Mattawan High School - Mirror Yearbook (Mattawan, MI)

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A solid background in Math and Science is necessary for an understanding of Physics. Experiments are used quiet dften to show how something works and why. Sometimes neither the students nor Mr. Watkins (B.A. Western Michigan) can explain what happened in an experi-men ha Ji no unwiu xMcted. lies in Math and Science It is hoped that these two forces, regular courses of study and extra-curricular activities, will enable the student to meet the demands made on him in the future. Mr. Barret (B S. from Western Michigan University) uses both experiments and textbooks to clearly show the laws of nature to his 7th grade class. Disection, crustaceon, and photosynthesis are familiar words around the Biology lab. But Mr. Schrock (B.A. Western Michigan) finds is difficult to make students learn their definition and pronunciation.

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The key to our future At Mattawan, the courses offered are intended to fill the needs of the individual student. These include vocational courses, such as Mechanical Drawing and Business Machines, and those courses, like Senior English and Advanced Algebra, that prepare him for higher education. But extra-curricular activities are essential for true school spirit and a well-rounded personality. Keeping this in mind, Mattawan has selected a few, such as Future Nurses and Modern Dance, intended to be of benefit to anyone willing to put forth the extra energy. Math and Science are two important fields in our space oriented world today. Proficiency in these subjects is necessary for a growing number of professions and at least a partial knowledge of both is helpful in understanding the many advances made recently. Mr. Hessel (B.S. from Western Michigan University) teaches the new concepts of modern math to his 9th grade class. Working with protractor and compass, these Freshmen apply the principles of Algebra to solve various types of problems, while Mrs. Wilkinson (B.S. from Mount Mary College) stands ready to give a helping hand if necessary.

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Mrs. Coulees leads the discussion on different types of local and federal governments in Civics class. The development and downfall of past civilizations are discussed and compared in 8th grade History taught by Mrs. Zantjer. Our red, white and blue past and future The history of the world and the United States is important to all Americans. Through such courses as History, Government, and Civics, we learn to fully appreciate the colorful heritage of our country and the future that lies ahead. Maps and slides enable Mr. Wood to point out important facts about the Earth and its atmosphere. Miss Boos acts as referee as the policies and operations of our national government are criticized and supported in Government. Mrs. Robinson encourages a firm knowledge of our nation’s past to help understand its present and future. 2 4