Mazama High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Klamath Falls, OR)

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Smiling with his double is Mr. Todd in the Anthropology class. Mr. Todd also taught Economics and acted as head of the Social Studies department Lecturing his class on presidents Mr. Lent points out the importance of the Presidential elections. Mr. Lentz is a very respected history teacher here at Mazama. according to his students. Reading from a textbook. Mr. Zumbo gives an amused look to his class. Mr Zumbo taught Western Civilization and Ameri- can History. Steve Everitt Cowboy Don Lentz Rockstar Kevin McDaniel President What did you want to be when you were growing up? Rick Anderson Optomertist Bill Palmer Musician Larry Todd Pro Baseball Player Bob Zumbo Pro Tennis Player Social Studies-113

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SOCIAL STUDIES When one thinks of social studies, things that come to mind are maps, studying foreign countries, and taking a lot of notes. That’s exactly what goes on in Mazama's social studies department. When a student enters Mazama as a freshman, he gets to look forward to three years of social studies classes including global studies, U.S. histo- ry, citizenship, and economics. Students who re- ceive an A in global studies as well as in U.S. history become eligible to take Advanced Place- ment history their senior year. By successfully completing this class and passing the A.P. test, which is administered in May, students receive college credit as well as the opportunity to increase their knowledge of history. Due to the fact that all students are required to take three years of social studies, the social studies teachers would like to add one staff member to their department to help handle the large number of students. Mr. Todd, department head, com- mented, Because classes are so big, the rooms are too crowded and it is hard to teach to bigger classes and to help individuals. The department teachers would also like to have some extra space so they could do some special projects in their classes. Besides keeping busy educating students, the social studies teachers were involved in other ac- tivities. Mr. Anderson coached both wrestling and varsity baseball, Mr. Everitt was the varsity football and track coach, Mr. McDaniel coached varsity basketball, and Mr. Palmer coached J.V. football, basketball, and softball. Meeting and discussing department business is Mr. Everitt and Mr. Palmer. Mr. Palmer completed his first year as part of the Ma ama staff. Smiling innocently as he types a test is Mr. Everitt. In addition to teaching Mr. Everitt coached football. Writing on the blackboard. Mr. Anderson illustrates a point to his students. Mr. Anderson taught a special class for seniors called Contemporary Family Life. Looking around the classroom, Mr. McDaniel watches his students take a Citizenship test: Are you cheating.' 112-Social Studies

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HEALTH AND P.E. Enjoying the scenery are Mr. Lentz and Mr. Mathis. Helping out with baseball and football, Mr. Mathis was a great help to both sports. Keeping in shape, Ms. Veitch leads the freshman girls in aerobics. Aerobics was one of the more popular classes in P.E. this year. Sitting patiently while getting his blood pressure checked is Mr. Zupan. Teaching photography was also one of Mr. Zupan's classes this year. Illustrating a point is Ms. Houston. Starting an aerobics dance program kept Ms. Houston busy this year. Regular exercise and a balanced diet are a key to a healthy person, according to school nurse Cindy Palmer. Mrs. Palmer has been a school nurse for two years and enjoys working with the teenage population. I like learning more about teenagers and trying to give them healthful knowledge that’s needed in building a healthful and dynamic soci- ety.” Mr. Oosterman is another healthful person who teaches boys P.E. 'I try to teach my students how to live a healthier life and it seems to be working because the students are becoming more con- cerned about their own health and well being. Mr. Zupan says he not only encourages students that good health is important, but also encourages other teachers, too. Mr. Zupan says students care more about health than believed. The forces in- fluencing poor health arc tough to deal with. I believe, however, that most young people care more about their health than we may think. There are other members of this robust depart- ment who equally believe in sound nutrition. Ms. Houston started an aerobic dance program this year and also helped in track. Mr. Mathis took on baseball and football duties along with his weight training. Last but not least, is Ms. Darcee Veitch who started our freshman girls off right in P.E. All of the health and P.E. teachers are a credit to helping us learn healthful lifestyles and positive self images. 114-Health And P.E.