Pensacola High School - Annona Yearbook (Pensacola, FL)

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JEFF MOORER KATHERINE PASCO JEAN PAYNE ANISE PRIEST LYDA WALTON This intricate Plane Geometry problem is extremely baffling to Susan Lurton. Solving this problem will put her one step further on the road to math success. A Math Knowledge Is Imperative for Today The responsibilities of a citizen are manifold and important. He must make decisions and appraise them. Because of the complexities of the economic world, political life, international relationships, and development of transportation and communication, the citizen must think logi- cally. He must recognize and verify assumptions, conclusions, definitions, and have the ability to conduct deductive arguments. If he can ac- complish these things, the citizen will be an intel- ligent member of the community, state, nation, and world. Mathematical competence is essential to citizenship competence. Algebra provides training in thinking of abstract mathematical relationships by using a new language and symbols. The knowledge gained is useful for college entrance examin- ations. The beginning period in an Algebra course is very crucial because basic skill and knowledge must be developed. There is vocabu- lary building, learning symbols, and using pro- cesses. Problem solving is one of the primary aims of mathematical studies; Algebra provides a good and effective approach for solving prob- lems. To develop genuine problem-solving abil- ity, the student is taught to understand the situ- ation that is setting the problem. It is the aim of the Algebra teachers of Pensacola High School to utilize devices and procedures which stimulate initiative in their students. 16

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VIRGINIA LANGFORD RHONDA LITTLEFIELD BILLIE LONG VIRGINIA SCHIMMEL Juniors, Lori Adams and Mike Dickinson industriously study their vocabulary books. This practice broadens a student's reading, writing, and speaking abilities. Pupils Choose From Literature or Grammar As juniors, we may choose from two dis- stinct courses of study. We learn, in English III B, the more advanced forms of composition. We have a sprinkling of the works of American authors mixed with this study. In English lll-L we make a complete study of American literature from its genesis in 1607 to its rebirth in the twentieth century. From the works of John Smith, to the philosophical writings of Ralph Waldo Emerson, to the stark realism of Ernest Heming- way, we are engrossed in an excitingly alive study of American authors. In our senior year we have three courses from which to choose. In English IV-B we once more study the fundamentals of grammar, as well as the works of some English authors. We may take English IV-C, an accelerated, college preparatory course dealing with complicated forms of composition. While in English IV-L, we make a detailed study of the works of English authors from Chaucer to Shaw. With the knowledge gained in this field, we shall be better able to communicate with each other. Mrs. Galbraith uses a display of miniature characters from Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream to offer an idea of Elizabethan costuming to Robert St. John. ANITA MASON LENORA McNEAL MARIANNA RABORN 15

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Senior trigonometry and physics students learn the mechanics and methods of working the slide rule under the direction of Mr. Bragg. Teaching them the fundamentals, Mr. Bragg uses an over-sized slide rule to illustrate his point. A knowledge of quick multiplication, division, and logarithms is obtained by all his students from the explanation. Math Department Is Extensive and Complete The complex procedure involved in solving a quadratic equation is demonstrated for a bewildered freshman by an understanding Mrs. Priest with a graph. Basic concepts, vocabulary, the nature of proof, and elements of a deductive system are important in understanding the principles of geometry. The value of clear thinking is em- phasized by instructors of geometry at Pensa- cola High School. Deductive logic is used and exercised throughout the year in the geometry classroom. Applied business arithmetic deals with fun- damental ideas and operations through the study of problems faced by every individual in his daily life. Personal use of finances as well as business use is taught. The senior at Pensacola High School is of- fered a course of higher mathematics which in- cludes trigonometry for the first semester and advanced mathematics for the second semester work. The pupils electing this course are pri- marily those who have been successful in pre- vious courses and who require mathematics for further vocational preparation. Trigonometry un- veils a wide range of applied problems. It is built on few assumptions; it gives an opportun- ity to show the power of modern mathematics, and offers excellent opportunity for interesting problem-solving situations. Advanced mathe- matics includes the study of numbers, complex equations, dimensions, and an introduction to the use of a slide rule. Mathematics is essential in the preparation of leaders of science, technology, business, agri- culture, and industry. It is basic for development, of all technical fields, natural science, and en- gineering. Mathematical knowledge can also lead to the appreciation of many other fields. 17