St Stanislaus College - Reflections Yearbook (Bay St Louis, MS)

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Above: Ralph Aucoin, Keith Benvenutti, and Irwin Bothe determine the focal length of a convex lens during one of their Physics Lab periods. Left: Steve Schmitt and Chris Schillesci study the properties of steam in Introductory Physical Science. 15

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Fundamental Math, Science Stressed The curriculum at Stanislaus is designed so as to present the student with practical knowledge that will be of aid to him in his future life. In a technological society such as ours, a strong background in the fields of mathematics and the sciences can only be beneficial. It is for this reason that so much stress is put on these subjects at Stanislaus. During his first years at Stanislaus a student is taught the basics of algebra. During his freshman year he may take Algebra I. Geometry is offered to sophomores and Algebra II is given to juniors. Seniors may study Trig and Calculus or Senior Math. The fundamentals of science are also presented to the student during his first years at Stanislaus. The Science Department at Stanislaus is unique in that its scope encompasses grades sixth through twelfth. In addition to courses in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, students may also elect to study: Ecology, Marine Biology, Introductory Physical Science, Earth Science, Life Science, and Elementary Science. He may also join the taxidermy club or study astronomy. A hands on approach is stressed and the five new labs enable the student to test the mechanics of science. These labs were furnished at a cost exceeding $42,000 while the annual Science Department budget surpassed the $5,000 mark for the 71—72 school year. Left: John Strauss explores the fascinating world of microbes. Below: Brother Timothy and his 7—C math class discuss the distributive property of multiplication. 14

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English Includes Literature, Grammar Literature, composition, grammar, drama, speech, and vocabulary are stressed in the English program. The fundamentals of English composition are covered in all classes: sixth through twelfth. Grammar, expecially in the lower grades, receives intensive study and practice. In the literary field freshmen concentrate on representative short stories, Shakespeare ' s ROMEO AND JULIET, and a detailed study of the Elizabethan Period. Sophomores study Shakespeare ' s JULIUS CAESAR and Medieval Tales and Plays. The history of American literature from Washington Irving to Tennessee Williams is studied by the junior classes. Seniors receive instruction concerning English literature from the Anglo-Saxon to contemporary writers. Right: Bro. Melvin uses a model of the Globe Theater to explain a point about Shakespearian Drama. Below: In the reading lab Curtis Stevens receives instructions from Bro. Canisius on how to improve his reading ability.