New Athens High School - Vespa Yearbook (New Athens, IL)

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Math Classes Were Not To Be Outnumbered Mr. Germann proudly displays one of those tough bonus problems. Mr. Trotter finally takes time off to explain all that stuff on the board. There are seven math courses offered at NACHS. Practical Math, Business Math, Technical Math, and Algebra are taught by Mr. Trotter. Algebra I. Plane Geometry, and Individualized Math are taught by Mr. Germann. Practical Math is designed to strengthen the students’ background in the basic concepts and applications of mathematics. Business Math is for the student who is interested in the business related field. Technical Math is taught to students who are interested in the industrial related fields. Algebra I, a comprehensive introduction to Algebra is designed for the college preparatory student. Whereas Algebra II is an advanced course using the fundamentals learned in Algebra I where more complex problems are solved. Plane Geometry is a course dealing with the study of lines, angles, and geometric figures on a plane surface. Individualized math is a self-study or programmed learned course for students who desire advanced mathematic courses in subjects not offered at NACHS. Brenda Camp. Mary Birkner, and Judy Kreher look in wonderment at the amazing things you can learn in Algebra.

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Robert Matzenbacher teaches driver education and is the sophomore class sponsor. He has a Bachelor of Science Degree received from SlU-Edwards-ville. He is the assistant coach in baseball and basketball. Being around young people and coaching are his favorite things about teaching. The school nurse and high school health teacher. Mrs. Rubemeyer enjoys most about her profession the variety of problems she deals with from day to day. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from McKendree College and is a Registered Nurse. Mr. Don Sexton is the instrumental music instructor. He has a Bachelor of Music Education Degree which he got at Millikin University. He enjoys working with young people most about his teaching profession. Miss Gretchen Van Hove teaches general music for grades K-6. jr. high school, and high school chorus. She has a Bachelor of Music Degree in Education which she received at University of Dubuque. Miss Van Hove organizes the Jr. and Sr. Class Plays and the Grade School Operetta. The things she enjoys most about teaching are the look of enlightenment on a child’s face when he suddenly understands. Especially on the face of someone who has great difficulty. Mr. Charles M. Oyler is a newcomer to the NACHS teaching staff. His duties include teaching Earth Science. Biology I and II and he is the sponsor of the sophomore class and the Science Club. At Eastern III. University he received a Bachelor's Degree in Zoology. He enjoys educating young people about the need for conservation and respect for animal and plant life. Mr. A1 Barnes teaches high school chemistry and also jr. high science. He acquired his Bachelor of Science Degree at McKendree College and his MasFer's degree at SIU-Edwardsville. High school chemistry is what he enjoys most about teaching. 21

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Students Studied Life In All Dimensions Mr. Oyler concentrates hard while grading papers. Martha Osborn finds it hard to even touch that “thing much less dissect it. Students are required to have one credit in science having choices ranging from Earth Science to Physics. Earth Science is a first year course dealing with the physical features of the earth. It can serve as an introducation to further science study. Biology I is designed as a scientific study of living things. The first semester is devoted to plants and the second semester includes the study of animals. In Biology II. biological chemistry and cellular biology are introduced. There is a more detailed study of plants and animals than offered in Biology I. Earth Science and Biology I and II are taught by Mr. Oyler. Chemistry is a laboratory course in the study of matter — its composition and changes. It is recommended for all students planning to attend college. It is taught by Mr. Barnes. Physics, taught by Mr. Hollander, is a laboratory course open to juniors and seniors who have taken Algebra II. It includes a study of machines, force heat, motion, light, sound, electricity, and invisible radiations. 23 The wonders of chemistry seem to hold Mr. Barnes, Kenny Klingenberg and Pattie Huber in a spell.