Our Lady of Mercy School - Lore Yearbook (Detroit, MI)

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Study of science opens door to new realm of discovery One part book work, two parts lab work, three parts class work; shake well adding three new addi- tions to the teaching staff and you will have the chemical key that opens the door to a storehouse of chemical knowledge. Sr. M. Martina, head of this years team of scientists, is in charge of the various branches of the department, namely chemistry, biol- ogy I and I, physics and physical science. This year, the door to the chem labs is always open as Mrs. Higham and Mr. Brown help their stu- dents discover the chemical world of 103 elements, while Mr. Depuydt teaches physical science. Sr. Leona leads her seniors in a comparative study of physics. Sr. Margaret Mary teaches biology, rounding out the team for another knowledge-filled year. nt Upper Left: Mrs. Sharon Higham illustrates the complexities of formulas involved in man’s attempt to understand the world of chemistry. Left: Mr. Robert Brown points out an example to his chemistry class. Above: Sr. Mary Leona, checking physics papers, smiles at an answer given by her students.

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Right: Mr. Thomas Depuydt finds something to laugh about with ' his physical science class. Below: Sr. Mary Martina, chairman of the science department, and Sr. Margaret Mary examine the remains of a “‘student’’? Better check the enrollment of the ad- vanced biology class.

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Door: future citizens Key: social studies Election year 1968 and as Mrs. Jane Froslie says, this provides a “stimulating year in which to teach.” Students link past happenings with day-to-day occurrences. Ama- teur historians, whether just beginning with world history or advancing to American history strive to comprehend today by learning about yesterday. The United States government comes alive for O.L.M. seniors as they become aware of their ever-growing responsibility as Americans. Building this awareness, the three Contemporary World Affairs classes delve deeply into world problems. Preparing for the future, students sponsor mock elections in which the student body chooses the country s new leader. This helps them to become aware of their role as potential citizens of tomorrow, and what “they can do for their country.” Above: Sr. Mary Peter studies her freshmen class while contemplating their latest answers. Right: Mary McGuire looks questioningly at her his- tory teacher, but Mr. Thomas Fitzpatrick won't share the thought that brought on his smile. Upper right: Miss Eileen Wagner and Sr. Mary Imelda discuss the pros and cons of the history department.