Petersburg High School - Missile Yearbook (Petersburg, VA)

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Allow Close Anatomical Study In Lab Isabelle Catling Ruth Gleason The Science Department, under the direction of Mr. James Sublett, offers a curriculum which includes general science, biology, chemistry, and physics. For the beginning science student, the department pro- vides a course in general science to prepare him for more advanced and intensive study in specific fields. The biology course explores the essentials of botany and zoology with particular emphasis on human anat- omy. In the biology lab, microscopes allow the stu- dents to investigate minute organisms not ordinarily studied, and dissection equipment make it possible for the students to study anatom y of both plants and animals. Both general science and biology are enhanc- ed by actual living plants and animals housed within the science rooms. The chemistry program, by em- phasizing chemical laws and principles, gives the stu- dent a comprehensive introduction to the composition and structure of every-day materials. Participation in lab encourages the student to discover the solutions to his own problems. The physics curriculum attempts to explain the fundamental principles of matter and energy in connection with its effect in mechanics, heat, light, sound, and electricity. By taking physics, a student especially develops his ability to analyze natural occurrences. Exasperation dominates Mr. Sublett’s expression as he searches for material necessary in his next experiment. “Oh, no. Not another stack of papers to grade!” ex- claims Mrs. Dupriest as Kandy Kahl watches her accept a fresh batch. Elizabeth Rice Jimmy Sublett 21

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New Concepts Challenge Math Students In addition to teaching math classes, Mr. Alexander devotes much time to developing pictures for the Missile. The knowledge of mathematics is vital for anyone who wishes to progress in the ever-changing world. Because mathematics is a progressive study with new theories and techniques constantly being discovered, the mathematics department must adapt itself to meet the needs of the individual who wishes to apply his acquired knov ledge. The curriculum of Petersburg High School is well suited for the ambitious student to grasp this necessary information. Courses are offered in elementary, intermediate, and advanced algebra and geometry, including analytics and trig- onometry. Petersburg High’s well-trained mathematics teach- ers are also a great contributing factor in the educa- tion of the student. The modern student wants to know the why as well as the how of his work. With this kind of reasoning, the teacher guides the pupil progressively through his studies, making these technical skills more easily understandable. Our hemisphere is rapidly advancing with the rush of the Space Age. To help the individual adjust to this world around him, the mathematics depart- ment is making every effort to consider the needs of students at all levels. Fascinated by the various uses of the slide rule, Judy Lamberson and Martha Stronach practice techniques and skills.