Plainfield High School - Milestone Yearbook (Plainfield, NJ)

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Facts 'N’ Figures Can you think of anything that has become more prominent in the world today than mathematics? Mathematics is the basis of many sciences; and, aware of this prominence and our need for skill in this field, our competent mathematics teachers are ready to plant qur footsteps firmly on the path of exactness, and to guide us along the way toward mastery of this science. Our mathematics department can help all of its students to learn all the types of mathematics from the simplest to the most difficult. Capability and enthusiasm are the only qualities needed for acquiring the knowledge. This year a Mathematics 4X class was added to the curriculum. This class is to emphasize the study of trigonometric analysis and advanced algebra, Some special projects included in the year's pro- gram are Pi Mu Epsilon Mathematics contest,. the New Jersey State Mathematics contest, and the nation-wide contest sponsored jointly by the Mathe- matical Association of America and the Society of Actuaries. MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT STUMPED!—Don LaRossa and Barbara Herzog try to solve a problem under the expert guidance of Mr. John Boyer. IN A QUANDARY—Miss Lord's algebra class First Row: Frances M. Lord, Ruth E. Baily, John H. Boyer, de- partment head; Barbara H. Spiegel, and Marjorie S. Bronston. Second Row: Arthur E. Smith, George E. Reck, George R. Dixon, George Bubrick, Victor B. Liske, and Karl S. Fritz. keeps up-to-date with their homework.

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HUMOR IN HISTORY CLASS—Mrs. Westpfahl's U. S.- P.A.D. students take a break from their hard routine with a laugh. HISTORY HUDDLE—Allan Maltby leads the discussion in Mr. Richard Pajewski's first period U. S. history class. SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT Left to right: Judith S$. Henehan, Donald E. Day, Paul B. Chambers, Joseph E. Passarella, Michael J. Nittoli, Shirley P. Gilbert Young, Marcia T. Westpfahl, department head; George Hunter (front), Mary C. McAloon, Luther Gearhart, Florence J. Huettl (standing), Florence Firth, Henry H. Banta, and Margaret V, Smith. G. Ackerman, John A. McCurdy, Richard Pajewski. Standing: The Present Mirrors the Past Making a trip around the world is not something that many people have the opportunity of under- taking, but there is something almost as satisfying right here at Plainfield High School. Through the study of varying types of history and geography, a student finds it easy to imagine that he is living in ancient Egypt or trudging the battlefields of the two recent world wars. When it comes to studying the United Nations, the student does not find it necessary to imagine, for a yearly trip is conducted to the U. N. Film strips, movies, and outside speakers are supple- ments to classroom work. 14 Through the study of the Problems of American Democracy, we find pupils learning to appreciate the true significance of equality, democracy, liberty, and freedom. These concepts are more than just the words upon which ideal living is based. In addition to the regular courses in history, World Geography, and Social Studies, the department offers a course exploring the fundamental principles of social psychology and one in economics. Whatever the course selected, the student has the opportunity to learn democratic principles and prac- tice them to his utmost advantage.

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Out of This World... DEEP IN DISSECTION—Miss Moore gives Nancy Sargent and Sandra Smith the grue- some details of the frog. + oe SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Back Row: Edmond C. Lonsky, Hiram P. Kistler, de- This year, more than in any other year, more emphasis has partment head (standing); Rita A. Matiskella, Nan been placed on the sciences. A year ago Russia astounded the e Brown, Richard, Booher, and Erie P. Nelson. . world by sending the first satellite whirling around the earth. Since enter Row: Robert G. Phillips, William E. Wolga- : : ; : muth, William H. Schlough; and Helen G. Moore. that time, educators have said that unless science is stressed more Front Row: Arthur DeCross. in our schools, Russia will surge ahead of us in scientific research. The Plainfield High School Science Department, recognizing the importance of science in today's world, presents to each student modern and up-to-date courses. On the college preparatory level, students are offered College Preparatory Biology, chemistry, and physics, with emphasis on laboratory experimentation and original thinking. For students taking a general course, the department includes such subjects as General Biology, Chemistry, and General Science. The ultimate goal is to develop thinking, capable men and women, each of whom can contribute to the welfare of mankind. BONING UP ON BOYLE'S LAW — Mv. Kistler shows Winnie Cleaver, Sue Dunham, Barbara Rountree, and Carol Pudlin an experiment in pressure. 16