St Xavier High School - Xaverian Yearbook (Junction City, KS)

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“Sign Of Discovery St. Xavier's students are discovering the ways and means of tomorrow. The science program has expanded to include the fresh- man course of Earth Science. For him, the age of scientific exploration has just begun, for only the surface of the earth is known. Its interior, its atmosphere, its oceans, its history, and its future remain to challenge the scientific explorer. In Biology, the student can study how life on earth developed from the one-cel led protozoa to the complex system of higher animals. Through Chemistry, each student may learn the how and the why of the composition of the world. Mathematics is said to be the language of the sciences. Our school offers a very effi- cient math program, beginning with the elementary course of General Math and continuing with the study of the number sets in Algebra I. In Geometry, the mathematician accepts postulates on faith and proves the truth of theorems. The student in this field develops his power of reasoning, for in Algebra II and Senior Math, he realizes the necessity of computation and structure with- in mathematics. Both math and science majors are one of the most favored fields to advance in, be- cause each important discovery suggests new avenues of investigation, resulting in the ex- pansion of scientific and mathematical knowl- edge at an ever increasing rate. Bill Barlet tackles a Chemistry experiment. Larry Jones and Leslie Jones prepare to dissect a frog in Biology. John Kramer, Lynn Castaneda, Kathy Smyle, and Jim Stapleton labor over a problem in Algebra II. 29

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In Latin I, Jeff Wild leads Vicki Levett, Gregg Dunn, Mary Meseke, Jim Swim, and Mike Kopmeyer in singing Te Cano Patria . Providing Insight John Lavender points out Paris to Richard Nenow and Erlind Fabia in French II. Through language courses, students can gain much insight on the people of other countries and of other times. To provide a stimulus for learning and to encourage active participation, St. Xavier's offers two years of Latin and French. In Latin I, one reads the fascinating tales of the Roman gods and goddesses and learns to appreciate this ancient literature. The following year, the stu- dent studies Roman civilization and its many wars. Since French is still spoken, it is necessary to speak it by thinking in it. Therefore, the pupil learns through the use of flash cards and even by playing the game of Password. The study of any language can prove to be useful because it makes one stop and think; it helps one's power of concentration; and it shows the necessity of self-discipline. All this contributes to preparing for a place in the adult world. 28

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In Art I, Fred Herron draws a picture in pastels. Sister Marquita gives art history notes to Steve Carter, Rodney Richmond, and Kay Schippert. Art Develops Creativity The Art student at St. Xavier's finds much satisfaction in expressing him- self creatively. Abstract and realistic ideas are portrayed in medias of pencil, charcoal, ink, pastels, tempera, watercolors, and oils. The installment of two new kilns this year has made it possible for the advanced student to do enamel work. A new class, Art III, gives the artistically inclined student an oppor- tunity to further his study. Art history, added to the Art curriculum this year, gives the student the chance to see how art has evolved. Domestic Skills Also, throughout the year, it is pos- sible for the pupil to display his talents in the form of various art displays. The student finds Art very rewarding because it enables him to experience self-improvement and to develop his abilities. In Home Ec., Jackie Venetta threads her sewing machine. Students in Home Economics are given opportunities to experience the basic skills of cooking and sewing. From this practical knowledge, St. Xavier's girls gain efficience in home management, grooming, child care, fashion designing, and interior decorating. Moreover, the abilities learned in Home Ec. help girls to become capable wives, mothers, and career women. The background in this subject received at St. Xavier's aids girls to become learned young women. After the fun of cooking, Linda Grant, Mary Lou Devane, and Sylvia Tighe clean the stove.