Sumter High School - Paragon Yearbook (Sumter, SC)

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'What 2 t I , '-M fffgifgffxwgf. 1 'K 'fe '5AihL.....s... . , 1 lf f rx j . ,.,, 1 jg' qv f 4 ,tx H L... 7 Formulas, Equations, 84 Angles Challenge Math Students Mistakes, dulled erasers, scratch paper, and anxiety were symptoms exhibited throughout math classes. Students found that absorbing mathe- matical equations and explanations re- quired their full attention. To avoid mass confusion, teachers taught at speeds sufficient to meet each student's needs. College bound stu- dents entered courses like Algebra ll, Trig.-Algebra, Trig.-Analytics, and Cal- culus. Business math classes were pro- vided for students ready to enter busi- ness careers after graduation. Student expressions signaled relief after dealing with tests that lasted until that final bell. KU Johnathan Bryan, john McArthur, Will Bynum, Bill Reynolds and Rick Blackman spend most of their time solving problems in 2nd period Trig.- Analytics class. l2l Geometry proofs don't come easy for Kevin Vaughters. Academics 47

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Innovative Mini-Course System Adds Variety to Science Department' Variation was the key word in Science for 1972-73. The mini-course method of instruction, already proven effective in the English Department, was the new approach undertaken by the Science Department in an effort to reach more students with a variety of science courses. While tramping through the heart of the Santee Wildlife Refuge, students in the new 9-week Wildlife course gained first hand knowledge and observation in their study of nature. Environmental Problems and Plant Study were other mini-courses that afforded future ecologists and nature lovers a relevant outlet for their interests. Classes were exposed to the natural elements by way of field trips and outdoor excursions. Those students wanting to study specific aspects of biology, but not having the time to take a full year course found the 9-week subjects Nutrition, Health Problems, the Human Body, and Reproduction and Genetics the solution to their problem. Other mini-courses offered were First Aid and Social Problems. Students in Chemistry ll, Physics, and the new Biology ll course spent Christmas vacation typing papers concluding long tedious hours of research and experimentation. Several of the students' research papers were selected and presented at the lr. Academy of Science Fair in March for judging. 'MW' ,jgssfv , ri .3g5,,.w 9-5533 ff? ui' VID After gathering needed information, Rebecca Richardson uses skill to successfully complete a protein qualitative analysis. f2l Working together, Frederick Holmes and Walter Williams look at their blood stains through the microscope. C33 Absorbed by Mrs. Cain's demonstration, Mike 1 Moore becomes acquainted with the method for measuring forces in physics. C4l Wayne Wehunt demonstrates the process needed in working with high voltage equipment in his lacob's Ladder project for physics.

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Divorce is Well-Discussed Topic In Sociology Students venturing into the new, one-semester Sociology course soon found themselves involved in an in- triguing discussion of divorce laws in S.C.. Mrs. Ivey, the Sociology instructor, invited a local attorney, Mr. john Hoar, to shed light on the perplexing subject for her inquisitive students. The question-loaded talk cleared up many of the student's misunderstandings of the grounds, procedure, and legalities offduivorce. A visit to the Salvation Army's Home for Children was another feature on the Sociology agenda. As students toured the facility, they learned of the Army's many non-profit community activities and also gained a glimpse of true social work in progress. 113 Paula jackson leaves the Salvation Army's Hom' bers made a tour of the facility, Q23 Burk Parrott, discussion in Miss Boose's economics class. Rodne Social Studies Department's display at Open House 48 Academics mmwwffwwfwpwwnwwhq 'El' L ,,., ,, I ,, rag: M ,, , , 1, ' rg A or Children after she and Sociology class mem- C. Evans, and Barry Parker indulge in a lively Small continues with his studies. Q31 Part of the ' so num: nd by SIM!! fi NO: BNN Yvl lvl el ' N gn--1-uv' 1 . 'l midi! ' f6,a,,,', ,wwf ,,,,,,,, ,,,, ,ffm EaY4fmzL2wm4g:1,g. ': r 'warm' sotll