Sherman High School - Athenian Yearbook (Sherman, TX)

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Science Labs Provide Challenge Dissecting earthworms, frogs, cats, classifying plants and ani- mals, plotting graphs, making paper airplanes for contest, and completing endless scores of lab experiments provided a chal- lenge for highly motivated, as well as the uninterested science student. Finding students concerned with their environment, the sci- ence department at Sherman High School expanded their prof gram through lab assignments, thus making learning by doing, easier to understand. Biology, the wondrous world of nature and most abstract of the sciences, gave students the opportunity to learn how important genetics, bacteria, and other one-celled organisms are to every animal, plant, and man on earch. Junior, Cary McDougal described Biology ll as, 'Biology is pretty hard but its O.K. We take a lot of notes. l took the class because I want to be a doctor. Velocity, motion, electricity, and laws which govern the mate- rial world are studied in detail in Physics. Conducting numerous lab experiments, students find a special fascination for Chemistry as they study the fundamental ele- ments of every worldly element. Concerning Chemistry class, Kris Taylor, sophomore, commented, l felt l needed Chemistry for college. To be a veterinarian l need a great deal of work, but I enjoy labs and its neat when l finally understand something. Physical Science is a general study of all the sciences. The class covers subjects used in everyday life such as sound, heat, and electricity. 4. 1. Mr. Steve Rodgers lectures to class while in Lab. 2. Donna Harvey and Sandy Strass work on Lab from Mrs. Phyllis Young's Physical Science class. 3. Sara Burchfield and David Buck listen and take notes on class lecture from Coach Gerald Jack. 4. Dewayne McKinney from Mrs. Phyllis Young's Physical Science class works on generating Carbon Dioxide. 18 - Academics 'aa Hun ' ' ra, x

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1 . luv. 4+ , 5. . - It 'R I... AISI . 'Tl . il' K3 if N -ft 4. 'W K Q 'A s -A 25 ig A ,,., .ww is it s., ws -1 ,X 2. X '1 .,,,,: . 4, . :QNX- ss, P ll if g Nigggg-.fit ,ft 1 gf 0 .. 9? ., -ft , ,M A. xg 1 Duvers Ed, P.E. Break Monoton Climbing telephone poles, running stop signs, going the wrong way on a one way street, crumbled fenders, scratched doors and peeling paint reveal the inexperi- ence of Sherman High School Driver Education stu- dents. The majority of sophomores, a few juniors and even a few seniors ioined to tolerate a quarter of of simulator practice, bloody movies, and lengthy lec- tures to gain the all important white slip before age 16. On the spot training and going out on the open road help to make many of the impatient hopefuls safe and responsible drivers. Most students enrolled in Drivers Ed., in order to obtain their drivers' license, however, many still wanted to become safe drivers as sopho- more Becky Waller commented, By enrolling in Driv- ers Ed. I was able to get my license and also learned the importance of safe driving techniques. Physical Education classes ranging from gymnastics to physical fitness provided Sherman High School stu- dents with a daily break from the monotony of aca- demic courses. According to Kim Wiley, sophomore, P.E. gives you the opportunity to release your frustrations and show off your athletic abilities. I like the class when we play volleyball, but I don't like dressing out and going out- side. Most of the physical education courses teach only the fundamentals of the sport and students build their games around these basics. 1. Mark Dismuke and John Pennington learn how to be a safe, good driver from Mr. Jack Kruse. 2. P.E. students run their mile in prepa- ration for their Physical Fitness test. 3. Senior Ronald Jackson takes a breather before beginning his laps around the track. 4. P.E. work outs are a must before playing volleyball. ' .,..., 3 . ,sis- 3. 4. Academics - 17

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HOME ECONOMICS Home Econom1cs Revolves Around F emily, Society Recognizing the importance of a family centered society, the homemaking classes of Sherman High School revolved around family life, child development, consumer education, home man- agement, foods and nutrition, and clothing and textiles. While most laboratory classes chose to use eggs in recipes, members of Home and Family Living classes use them to stimu- late parental responsibilities. Students found themselves having to feed, diaper, and to hire egg sitters when leaving them alone. ln Home and Family Living students learned about themselves and their roles as family members. Realizing that today's young people are marrying later, the homemaking classes are also teaching single survival. This acquaints students with knowledge and skills needed to survive on their own. Realizing the importance of cooking and experiencing the ris- ing prices of clothes, freshman. Donna Gaddis enrolled in Home Ec. because I enjoy cooking and can become a better cook and have a chance to try different recipes. 1. Madelain Bryant and Kim Clayton listens while Mrs. Kay Viegever gives lecture on child development. 2. Lavanda Jones, Linda Swindler, Steve Anderson, and Kay Grissom listen and participate in a class lecture. 3. Tommy Davis learns correct procedures for cleaning kitchen utensils. 4. Tina Spencer listens while Mrs. Betty Brawley shows her corrections. 5. Sherri Franks cleans broiling rack. it 2, 3. 4, 5. Academics - 19