Memorial High School - Reata Yearbook (Houston, TX)

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si Mem. t tflf',f w 'MW-we experiments. Senior lames Street and William Lunn test chemical results. nomo by Grant Olbrich. measurement of liquids allows for ac- Pulleys and levers presented an intellectual challenge to Freshman Angelia Caston. Angelia peers from her notebook to listen to a point of the lecture. Photo by Grant Olbrich. Intently listening to a physical science lecture, Freshman Ann Hulbert attempts to com- prehend the theory of soundwaves as she takes some notes. Photo by Grant Olbrich. Science I 227

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0161106 2f2feZZiglLTiZTiSFaT2Z Flora and fauna, living and non- living, microscopic and macroscopic materials, forces and objects all arouse interest in the minds of science students. Science demands a way of deduc- ing that is helpful in the future. Science is a way of thinking logical- ly and analiticallyf' said Chemistry teacher Miss Pauli Koscloskey. lt allows students to practice that kind of thinking. From mixing chemicals to dissec- ting sharks to testing the speed of hot wheels, the wide range of experimen- ting techniques provided visual insight. Theories and concepts are dif- ficult for students to transmit from a text to a life experience, said Miss Koscloskey. Physical science covered a general study of non-living material. We prepare labs, learn safety rules, inter- pret chemical reactions and distinguish natural things from ar- tificial ones, said Sophomore Bill Graves. I especially enjoy the labs, he continued. Living organisms and how they function were examined in biology classes. We started by studying the cell, then moved to bigger and more complex organisms, said Iunior Nita Ramsey. Protective goggles and aprons marked chemistry students perform- ing one of the frequent lab exercises. We did labs about twice a week to help us understand some of the con- cepts we learn, said Iunior Marie Fischer. A wide range of formulas were used in physics in dealing with the transfer of energy from one source of matter to another. It's logical, but you never really thought of it, said Iunior Doug Griffith. Chemistry I provided many students' first in- sights into the world of the molecule. Senior Armyn Freedson and Iunior Ioe Nicholson de- cant a liquid. Photo by Grant Olbrich. Physics field trips to Pipe Organ pizza gives in- structor Mark Kinsey a chance to show students how sound waves operate through pipes. Photo by lim Tomforde. The basic science classes, physical science, biology. chemistry and physics allowed a background for practical application. ln everyday life, you have the same scientific con- cepts and we behave logically and analitically naturally, said Miss Koscloskey. As science-related occupations in- crease in number and importance, the prospect of future careers becomes more obvious. My scienu classes are helping me decide aboi job possibilities in the science field said Griffith. Even students who aren concerned with the future gain sorr insight about their surrounding Griffith added, It's important to get taste of everything and make yol own choice about your future XJU by Iessica Ha qrdhv 1'

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Science electives permit exploration of starsg sea 0' W... S, wi ...Q M-,ff MHS Science department offers astronomy classes for interested students. Seniors Philip Papadopoulus and Iana Norris review an ap- paratus. Photo by Grant Olbrich. Oceanography provides students with a uni- que alternative towards gaining credit for tak- ing a science course. Iunior Mike Steiger studies his text. Photo by Iim Tomforde. 228 O Oceanography! Astronomy! Aviation Participation in an elective science class was one of the privileges gained with upperclassman seniority. Among these privileges is the allowance of enrolling in elective science classes. Students interested in space in- creased their knowledge in astronomy. There are a lot of factual things about the heavens that students learn, said astronomy teacher, Mr. Mike Saathoff. Astronomy lasted one semester and in that time, students completed various projects. They go out and do star observing on clear evenings and clear mornings, contributed Mr. Saathoff. Students also learned some basic chemistry, physics and computer science. Some students wrote com- puter programs to simulate the mo- tions of planets when they are in or- bit, said Mr. Saathoff. Aviation, taught by Mrs. Linda Aviation is offered as a basic course for students interested in flying. Iunior Mathis Weatherall takes a simulated FAA test in class. Photo by Grant Olbrich. Andrews, focuses on the structure o the plane and how to fly the aircraft Taking the 78-year-old science allow ed for a break from the credentia classes. Aviation is something you can ge- excited about rather than English o history. said Iunior Becky Golden- Unlike aviation, oceanography' highest elevation of study does no- extend from sea level. With the use o scanning nets, a hydrometer and fish tanks, students were taught informa tion they could use rather than straight facts. I hope to give students a bette understanding of oceanography. I they are planning a career in th science, the class gives the general in formation needed, said ocean ography teacher, Miss Cle Frangides. With the switch to the semeste system, an extra six weeks was tacke on to the quarter classes. With more time to teach the clas I can go into more depth on the su ject, said Miss Frangides. w by Chip Craft and Heidi Odegar