Monacan High School - Legend Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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134 MATH The Math Department worked towards a year full of programs and activities that would challenge students to strive harder than before. The results of the extensive planning were outstanding. We were, and have been consistently among the top schools in the state in the Virginia Math League Contests. In ’89, students were ranked as the top school in the county; this followed a legacy of success. Mrs. Mariett Eggleston, head of the math department, was very proud of the accomplish- ments achieved during the year. Along with the accomplishments in the contests, the department planned new projects. For the first time, Discrete Math was of- fered as a new course. Math Week, which took place in April, gave a chance for students to participate in contests and games to show their skill in math. The department has ac- complished much during the year, and still continues to set goals for itself. The Math teach- ers all strive to help educate students to become creative problem solvers. Although many may view math as being “tough,” the department works toward adding a little pizazz and fun to the work.

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SOGIAL STUDIES The Social Studies depart- ment offered a full range of course offerings, ranging from the mandatory to the elective selections. Courses such as Eco- nomics and American Studies were among the alternatives. In addition to a variety of course offerings, the members of the department willingly accept- ed additional responsibilities. Battle of the Brains, SADD, Track, wrestling and football were among the activities spon- sored by these teachers. As the year closed, the de- partment bid farewell to a very special person, Mrs. Beverly La- cy, who had served as depart- ment chairman. Mrs. Lacy welcomes Miss Hammett, a Monacan graduate. A lighter moment in history. SOCIAL STUDIES 133

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The science teachers were busy and involved with their stu- dents. Science teachers and stu- dents went to the Science Mu- seum to see the new Aerospace and Electromagnetism exhibit. They also taught a laboratory oriented class with constant lab- oratory setups. Activities such as these made science come alive. The science teachers were also very much involved in other activities. Mrs. Quinley put a lot of her efforts into the Ecology Club; Mr. Conrad and Mr. Goehle sponsored what they liked teaching best, the Science Club. Candy was sold around school with the help of the SCA sponsor Mr. Butta. The fresh- man and sophomore classes were sponsored by Mrs. Pen- dleton and Mrs. Parker. Mona- can was represented at the Sci- ence Fair by Mrs. Showalter and Mrs. Jefferson served as depart- ment chairperson who made a lot happen. The Science Department was involved in extra curricular ac- tivities. They devoted so much of their time teaching and help- ing their students. SIGNENGE SCIENCE 135