St Ignatius College Prepatory - Ignatian Yearbook (San Francisco, CA)

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MR. R. ROCHE, S.J. Geometry 2: Generol Moth 4; Yearbook; J.V. Football; Swimming MR. R. FRATINI. S.J. Algcbro 1; English 2; Soccer.- Frosh-Soph Bote boll 28 MR F. MORAN Algcbro 3; Physics 4 Mon muit still count opples.

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J[ ath— the language of Science. n ? n i 5 : FR. D. MORGAN. S.J. Molh 3; Track ond Cross Country To form mathematicians, engineers, scientists, moth teachers, computer technicians, the purpose of mathematics at $.1. is none of these, and yet it is all of these. None of these because the curriculum is set up in the Liberal Arts tradition of nonspecialization at the lower levels, presenting basic knowledge grounded in traditional fundamentals and clothed in the language of the twenti- eth century. All of these, because the S.l. graduate, with four years of mathe- matics from algebra through analytic geometry, may embark in a college major, leading to one of the careers above if he so desires. More important than all this, however, is the clear, logical thinking that mathematics strives to impart with its discipline and rigor, which in turn is counterbalanced and enhanced by the sparks of imaginative creativity that kindle a life of thought. Aware of the nationwide curriculum revisions of the past decade, the faculty and administration have not been idle as the mainstream of mathematics has cascaded past the door. To understand the new ideas and to impart them to the student is a challenge being met by text and teacher alike. Fortunately the S.l. student is anxious to win his spurs in fulfilling his part of the challenge with the satisfaction of accomplish- ment and the day well won as suffi- cient reward. 27 MR. W. KENNEDY Moth 1.4; Golf

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Science—mind over matter. Ft. Spohn demonstrotcs Galileo s inclined plone. To develop scientists, engineers or astronauts is not the sole aim of science at Saint Ignatius. Our purpose is broader than that. For science is more than a discipline that trains the mind to analyze, to think, to correlate and apply. A real know- ledge of science is also cultural, for it leads the student to a more pro- found appreciation of the beauty and order of the natural world, and a deeper gratitude to God who brought this beauty and order into being. This we all need as truly educated men. That is why Saint Ignatius High School demands of all students a rigorous science curriculum. From this twofold aspect, many find in a scientific career the means to fulfill their human destiny— the service of God and their fellow men. —Richard D. Spohn, S.J. Mr. Buley explains the technique of the slide rule to Hall and Wolohan. MR. M. BUIEY Chemistry; Rocket Club 29