R Nelson Snider High School - Safari Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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Chemistry Includes Lab and Classroom Work ABOVE; Dennis Debruler, Jim Tollman, Paul Gabriel, and Richard Warlzok, members of fourth period chemistry class, perform on experiment to deter- mine the heat of some reactions between acids and bases. An important part of chemistry is the laboratory work. There students learn to work to- gether, follow directions, and apply what they have learned in classroom study. The results of the experiments are then recorded in each student ' s lab notebook. RIGHT; Mr. Lewton offers to assist Sally Easton with her chemistry homework. Students soon learn the basic formulas and the importance of knowing how to apply them. A chemistry help night was also sponsored once a week for those who needed additional explanations. 27

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Four courses are included in the science department of Snider High School. Earth sci- ence presents various aspects of atmospheric phenomena, clouds, precipitation, winds, air pressure, and climates. Land formation and mountain building processes are intro- duced along with rock and mineral study. Zoology is designed as a laboratory class. Students spend over eighty percent of their time working on experi- ments and problems. Labora- tory skills are developed in use of the various microscopes and scales. Chemistry is a course in which observation and measurement lead to the un- folding and development of unifying principles. Emphasis is placed upon laboratory work, resulting in students ' models to correlate with ex- periences. Another science course is physics, which develops a uni- fied story that results in an atomic model of matter. Bring- ing the students close to the spirit of inquiry is the aim of the course. Special topics of study include sound, light, heat, electricity, and magnet- ism will be taught next year. LEFT: Lee VanHorn carefully measures an acid solution into a flask. In the science laboratory, students perform various experiments in order to better understand the scientific theories which are the foundation of chemistry. The results of these experiments, as Lee will soon know, must be recorded in his laboratory notebook. BELOW: Zoology is the study of the animal kingdom. Students taking this course learn about the types of organisms and the phases of their lives. Mike Bouse disects a fetal pig while his lab partner, Pat Herb, takes notes on the anatomy of the animal they are using. Experiments Help Prepare for the Future 26

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Combined Library and Studyhall Facilities Provide Research- Study Area The facilities of the library and studyhall gave the students a chance to research and gain deeper knowledge in areas of study and learning. The library afforded the books and maga- zines needed to substantiate and increase knowledge of a regular day of class work. Studyhall provided an atmosphere for study and concentration which aided students in preparing les- sons. Together the two formed a very desirable combination to aid students as well as teachers. With the convenient location of the library, near the studyhall, the advantages of the library reached its greatest height. The students utilized this area. ABOVE: Using the books and periodicals, Larry Jones studied diligently to gain additional data for a term paper. Right: Studyhall gave a break from the days routine to catch up on studys and prepare for classes. In the Lane building stu- dents were allowed to study together in the front of the studyhall. Below: Keith Augerbright uses one of many reference books available to stu- dents. Many books were added to the shelves of the studyhall. BELOW: Keith Augerbright uses one of many reference books available to stu- dents. Many books were added to the shelves of the library this past year giving the students greater advantages in their studies.