Morenci High School - Copper Cat Yearbook (Morenci, AZ)

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MATHEMATICS enrolled in beginning and advanced mathematics courses. Mathematics courses offered are general math, algebra I and II, solid and plane geo- metry and trigonometry. General math gives a practical knowledge of arithmetic helpful in everyday life. Algebra I and II are the foundation courses for advanced mathematics. Solid geometry is one of the most interesting and fascinating branches of mathematics studied in high school, and it develops in the pupils greater facility in visualizing spatial relations and figures. Geometry gives excellent training in logical thinking and reasoning. Trigonometry is espe- cially beneficial to students who wishto become engineers or scientists. Mrs. Louise Park, who received her M.A. from Columbia University, and her B.A. from Kansas University, teaches math. She enjoys bridge, swimming and music, is the financial sponsor of the annual and the Honor Society. Community activities in- clude membership in the St. James Episcopal Church. By using the postulatelcorresponding parts of congruent triangles are equal-Ronald Huggins proves that line BE is equal to line CE. Offering suggestions as to how this can be done is Bobby Layall. During the portion of the period desig- nated for individual study, Mrs. Park circulates among the students, answer- ing questions and giving assistance in the more difficult problems. In the foreground are Hector Munoz, Bobby Doerges, Phil Berra, Ronald Huggins and Elizabeth Huish.

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MATHEMATICS Numbers, symbols, lines, angles take on meaning for students Mr. E. J. Pfeifer re- ceived his B.S. and M. Ed. from St. Thomas College, St. Paul, Min- nesota. Besides teach- ing algebra, he teaches the slide rule to interested students both before and after school. His community activities are Lion's Club, Coronado Trail Sportsman, Colo- rado Rifle Club and V. F. W. A sponsor of hunter safety, Mr. Pfeifer enjoys photography, hunting and fishing as hobbies. While his algebra class observes, Mr. Pfeifer solves a problem. Paul Avenna stands at the blackboard. Mrs. Beverly Nichols received both her B.A. and M. A. from Arizona State Col- lege at Tempe. She teaches math and English, and is a freshman class and F. T. A. sponsor. Her hobbies include reading and cooking and she is an active member of the First Baptist Church in Morenci. BELOW: By use of a compass and protractor, M. Salcido and R. Xochihua construct geometric forms in general math.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION-BOYS This year high school boys' physical edu- cation classes were taught by Mr. Jake Row- den. The junior high classes were taught by Mr. JohnGlodis, first seme ste r and Mr. Tru- man Williamson the second semester. Basketball, football, softball, soccer and calesthenics are part of the broad sports pro- gram planned for the classes. Diligent practice and competition develop- ed and encouraged good sportsmanship. Per- sonal fitness and good health habits were stressed by both junior and senior high school instructors. LEFT: Alfonso Navarrete and Willie Gonzales demonstrate defense on a long shot while other classmates look on. Football, basketball and baseball top favorite sport list. Mr. J. R. Rowden received his degree from the University of Maryland. He teaches senior high boys' physical edu- cation. His hobbies are hunting and fishing. He sponsors the Letterman's Club and coaches football and track. Johnny Espinoza, Hector Cervantez and Joe Cervan- tez play an exciting game of basketball during a phy- sical education class. 24