Three Rivers High School - Reflector Yearbook (Three Rivers, MI)

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STEVE A. HENDERSON R. GORDON REINEL HAROLD A. VOORHEES B.S., Eastern Illinois University B.S., Northern Illinois Univer- A.B., Kalamazoo College Biology sity Physical Science Cross-Country Coach Chemistry Algebra 1 Ass ' t Trock Coach Physics Supervisor Buses Freshman Class Advisor Laboratory Assi stants Intramural Basketball Advancements in Science Encourage Student Research Steven Dale and Ro Lumbricus terrestris. Miller get an inside view of In order to understand the rapid changes in our modern world, it becomes almost necessary to study sci- ences. Research and study have greatly expanded the fields of medicine, agriculture, and engineering. The hor- izons have stretched beyond the planet on which we live into space. Because of these advancements, biology, chem- istry, and physical sciences require greater emphasis. To facilitate student research in the study of plants, a green- house has been added to the biology department. Steve Franklin and his classmates concentrate intently on the physics instructions.

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PAUL KIEINHEKSEL A.B., Hope College Advanced Algebra Senior Math Algebra I ROBERT JONES B.S., Western Michigan Univer- sity Algebra I Plane Geometry Ass ' t Reserve Football Coach Sophomore Class Advisor r i - RONALD J. RIOPEL B.S., Western Michigan Univer- sity Jr. High Math and Science Student Senate Advisor Math Progresses in Teaching Concepts to Students Mr. Kleinheksel uses the overhead projector frequently explaining problems in his math classes. New methods and techniques have improved the system of teaching math in T.R.H.S. Mr. Kleinheksel has made use of the school ' s overhead projector to demon- strate the solving of problems to his students. A pilot course in modern math was introduced to about thirty eighth graders beginning the second semester this year. It is expected that the new approach will be carried through to all the grades in the near future. Whot is distracting Linda Rogers ' attention from geometry class?

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PHYLLIS AGOSTI A.B., Western Michigan Univer- sity U.S. History LOUIS STRAUBEL A.B., Michigan State University M.A., Western Michigan Univer- sity Economics Government Audio-Visual Director GRETCHEN STUCKEY A.B., Hillsdale College Economics, Government English II Tri Hi-Y (N ROY ELDON HOUSTON B.S., Western Michigan Univer sity World History Ass ' t Football Coach Wrestling Coach Pondering over the events of the Civil War, Denny Comar studies his maps. Learning History Gives Foresight of World Affairs Rick KaufFman explains the difFerent types of money to Mrs. Stuckey ' s economics class. Reliving the Civil War becomes a memorable experience for the students in Mrs. Agosti ' s or Mr. Reynolds ' U.S. History classes. Projects related to the distant past reveal to the world history students the progress of man over the centuries. From the consideration of the past, students in economics and government classes learn of the prob- lems of today. By learning how the economy and government operate, students are encouraged to become better citizens. ROBERT L. THOMPSON B.S., M.A., Western Michigan University U.S. History 8 Math 8 Baseball Coach Reserve Football Coach Reserve Basketball Coach Varsity Club Sponsor