Moline High School - M Yearbook (Moline, IL)

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Sciences Prepare for Future Technology To keep pace with new developments and discoveries, MHS has expanded the scope of the science depart- ment. New this year to the biology classes were models of the DNA molecule. DNA, a substance believed to contain the secret of life, was previously studied only through the text book. With the aid of molecule kits the structure can now be covered more thoroughly. Study of all living matter from simple algae to the physiology of man was carried on through microscope work, dissec- tion, and the observation of specimens. Chemistry and chem-study classes sought to answer questions on the relationships of matter through lab experiments. More emphasis was placed on independent work in the chem-study course. PSSC physics was de- signed to give a more penetrating look at the universe by personal discovery and student conclusions. This year terminates the two year chem-physics course, which was offered at MHS on an experimental basis. Three years of material were covered in two, and Mr. Goar and Mr. Holm hope that this class will be per- manently adopted by the science department. Applying textbook knowledge in the lab, new biology teacher Mr. George Hart instructs Tom West- cott, Robin Graham, and Brenda Ketchum in performing a DNA molecule experiment. 17 Tracy Woods Mathematics Joe Wasson Chemistry Physics Vivian Jones Richard Lewis Dawn Newquist Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics John Reakes L. R. Sinclair Darlene Strobbe Biology Biology Mathematics

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Mr. Milton Hagberg and Mr. Orville Harkey take a moment from their busy schedules to discuss the latest problems. With world attention on space technology ' and mod- em math, many MHS math teachers took summer school classes. This study presented new techniques and methods of instructing students in all areas of mathe- matics. This year the understanding of basic mathematical structures was explored in Algebra I and II, while the emphasis in plane geometry was on deductive reason- ing. Because of stress placed on advanced math, the basic curriculum underwent a compression of content so that college level studies could be offered. Trigonometry, Calculus, and College Algebra were some of the acceler- ated courses which dealt in examination of ideas, rather than the manipulation of symbols. A new course, individual study of mathematics, will be added to the department with the completion of the new wing. Participating students will come from the tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grades. Under this plan, material will be covered at individual rates. By selecting from the wide variety of courses offered, a firm mathematical background could be gained by every MHS student. Math Courses Include Advanced Materials Fritz Boom Jack H. Brown Larry Carls D. George Dodd F. Darrell Goar Mathematics Mathematics Basic Science Biology Physics Milton E. Hagberg Football Student Congress T rainer FT A Chem-physics Mathematics Geneva Henss Nurse Orville Harkey George R. Hart Future Nurses Mathematics Biology Allied Health Club Paul L. Holm Chemistry Delores Hulse Phyllis Johnson C hem-physics Chemistry Algebra 16

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Helen Anderson Mary Ann Bengtson Cullen R. Case Government World History History Counselor Jack Coder R. A. Devinney Jack Dye Economics World History Government Counselor Audio-Visual Aids Geography Golf Mary C. Foster Social Studies Frances L. Johnson History Chuck Laws Social Studies Assistant Football Wrestling George Manus Social Studies Jack L. Miller U.S. History Sociology Rifle Club Robert Moore U.S. History Student Congress Co-sponsor MHS Historians Contemplate World Events, Mrs. Mary Foster doubts the results of her classes’ reports. Using James Madison as their President, these students prepared a bulletin board following Mrs. Dolly Madison’s Era of Hospitality. To top off their display, the girls have fixed cup cakes for the class to eat while listening to the chain of events climaxing James Madison’s term as President. 18