Saint Alphonsus High School - Arrow Yearbook (Dearborn, MI)

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Q. Do you think Math is a challenging subject to teach? A. “I enjoy teaching Mathematics. I especially want the student to see cor- relations and underlying generaliza- tions.” Q. How do students relate Math to their everyday life? A. “Most of the High School Mathe- matics is a tool to he used in college, business, drafting, etc. I lopefullv, each student learns to think logically and this can help in solving all types of problems from debate to developing per- sonal ■values.” Q. What is the most interesting, or different, thing about teaching Math in relation to teaching other subjects? A. “Mathematics, being precise, gives the chance for an objective, not subjec- tive response.” Q. What different topics of interest arc included in the Math department at St. Al’s? A. It seems every other chapter or so introduces another Mathematical topic whether in Algebra. Geometry or ad- vanced courses. We have introduced a Senior course, The Human Endeavor, which develops concepts by experimen- tation.” (Sister Mary Louise) 2J

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Math Is a loot for the Future Above: Mr. Quail willingly instructs his students in new Math techniques. Above Right: Mike Kneffel prepares for Math class. Right: Sister Mary Louise checks John Bacas home work. Far Right: Mrs. VandenBoom shows her class a Geometry example for the night's homework. Above Far Right: Mr. Vanderwill helps out his students in class. 22

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Science Department Explodes With Growing Interests Above: Mr. Kwasny shows Marina 7.arembski the importance of even the smallest microscopic creatures. Top: Mr. Suarez and Vicky Wisniewski examine the bones of “Ann Atotny . Right: Robert Wenglinski demonstrates proper care of the micro- scope. Top Middle Right: Mr. Suarez concocts another one of his great formulas. Middle Right: Mike Taubitz tries to picture in his mind Darwin's Theory of Evolution. Bottle Middle Right: It’s love at first sight for “Ann Atomy” and Gerry Burke. Bottom Far Right: John Wisniewski adds the final touches to the swine flu showcase. Far Right: Ms. Munster shows Yvonne Fradette and Jeff Korona the proper use of the balance scale. 24 Q. Mow has the Science Department grown and devel- oped? A. Our Science Department has seen many changes and improvements through the years; it has undoubtedly grown. Here at St. Al’s the study of life, in all forms, is truly explored. Genetics and Ecology were added to our program last year. To quote last years students. “If you want to be both interested and confused — the Genetics class is just what you need.” Ecology offers the study of both the good and bad aspects of the environment. Anatonmy and Physiology offer an in depth study of physical and chemical processes occurring within the human body. Q. What are the newest additions to the department? A. Zoology and Botany! The study of animal structure is very unique and exciting to the Zoology students. Since this is the first year it has been offered, it proves once more that our Science department is expanding in many ways. Our Botany class is enjoyable and interesting, since plants are becoming a growing interest these days. And don’t forget our Chemistry and Biology classes! Our Science Department, to sum it up, has truly grown and improved with age, from test tubes and bunsen burners to the Metric System and those special blue notebooks!