Van Buren High School - Pointer Yearbook (Van Buren, AR)

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Science courses explore 'unknown' The science department plays a vital role in educating the students at Van Buren High School, encouraging them to explore the un- known. Mr. James Colvard, the newest member of the science faculty, instructs students in biology and chemistry. He encourages his students to form conclusions by independent laboratory study. Mr. Jerry Duncan, known well for his extraordinary wit and humor, makes his biology classes interesting as well as educational. Courses in physics, Albebra ll, and senior math are instructed by Mr. Ralph Hughes. Often he guides students toward math or science majors in college. ' 'ji in ' xr - H '- if Y ,..,.....s....,.. K Q -T ,--...,..,.f--Q BEFORE RESUMING CLASSES, a short course in floor mopping was administered to biology students. The problem, a blown water faucet, was, however, quickly solved and studies were once again in session. Exciting classes fx? lil TI I if MR. JAMES Colvaxd uses gestures to show his interest in the subject he is discussing. His enthusiasm adds excitement to his classes. BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY: Mr. James Colvard. BIOLOGY: Mr. Jerry Duncan. Science is the study of new and old worlds and the beauty of our universe. It is exciting to be a part of such a satisfying endeavor. MR. JERRY Duncan examines a test paper which was just handed in. Commitment 27

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MISS WILDA Reeves instructs her classes on the ro r,use of English grammar lflrstoryiinstructors deal with past, present, future There is more to know about history than Columbus sailed the ocean blue in 1492. That is why the school doesnit neglect the field of History. There are four teachers who devote their time and energy to teaching students the things of importance that happened in the past. Instructing in the field of social studies are Miss Wilda Reeves, Mr. Gorden Yearty, Mr. Don Martin, and Mr. Tony McDaniel. Besides just learning events of our younger world, the students of VBHS learn items of the present, and near future, such as the World Affairs classes A do. History stirs the thoughts, emotions, if '71, and feelings of pride in one's forefathers. v . . . . at p . A E History 1S lrrlportant to the education of , 'if' ' every student. MR. DON Martin discusses American history with an interested class. 26 Commitment fx, S if ' X Rauf' MR. TONY McDaniel holds a discussion with sophomore World History students. HISTORY, WORLD AFFAIRS: MI, Gordo Yearty. U. S. HISTORY, ENGLISH: Miss Wild Reeves. W, HISTORY, GOVERN.: Mr. Do Martin. W. HISTORY: Mr. Tony McDaniel. X li r It

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5 ' WITH A look of anticipation, Mr. Henry Chotard prepares to distribute report cards among his students. Mathematics courses help VB students Numbers are compiled and figured and new discoveries made in each math class taught by three experienced teachers. Mrs. Betty Whedbee, Mr. Ralph Hughes, and Mr. Henry Chotard teach their classes with the latest mathematical techniques. While also instructing classes in math, Mr. Chotard teaches French to Van Buren High School students. In addition, he sponsors a French club. Classes in mathematics include general math, algebra, geometry, and senior math. These courses help to pre- pare students for the annual National Math Test, as well as use of mathematics in later life. 28 Commitment MR. RALPH Hughes delves into the mysteries of mathematics. As he does so, he contributes possible solutions to the problem at question. 1456 MRS. WHEDBEE concentrates attentively on insurance advice at a faculty meeting. In her seconc year at Van Buren High School, Mrs. Whedbee teaches general math and geometry. ,fp l MATH: Mr. Ralph Hughes, Mrs. Betty Whedbee, Mr. Henry Chota.rd. d