West Forsyth High School - Cronus Yearbook (Clemmons, NC)

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Frank Samuelson 4x4B?v1 I , Rob Harris FROZEN IN FLIGHT: Mr. Thomas Chin shared his expertise and background in ice sculpturing with Ms. Mauney's Introductory Home Economics class. He is a chef at the local Stouffers Hotel, and his sculptures have been shown at the White House and over seas. WAKING UP: Tara Callaghan and David Etchin- son file through the card catalog at the Wake Forest University Library in search of information for their required thesis paper. The thesis paper called for a lot of research on a particular topic said Mrs. Bur- r1s. Extended Activities f 59

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A RARE COMBINATION: Andy Mueller, Leanne Emery, Donna Todd, Nicole Schram, Mr. Louis Newton, Beth Moody, Kelly Cox, and Mary Sue I-FIC By: Erin Barkley eyond the walls of West Forsyth, there are many exciting and educa- tional activities going on. Excellent opportunities and explorations await stu- dents who seek them. Discovering the underwater world of the Bahamas seems like an exciting way to learn biology. Twenty five biology stu- dents in the Forsyth County Schools went. Seven of whom were from West. Donna Todd described the trip. We had class every night and studied plant and animal life and the stars. One day we went to a Barrier Reef, and went snorkel- ing. We saw all kinds of fish, plant and coral life - we even chased a Barracuda fa type of fishj. We learned a lot. It's really worth goinglv The students flew to their destination and stayed in a cabin that was very close to the shore for nine days. Nicole Schram, a freshman, said, I loved it! - Everybody should get to do it. I saw things I never knew existed. Every year, a group of students travel to Washington, for a week of meeting face 58 f Extended Activities Brookshire combine the thrill of being in the Baha- mas with an in-depth study of Marine Biology. These eight students were among the group of twenty-live XID TIT! N to face the people who operate our govern- ment explained Mrs. Binkley. Close Up students see representatives from each branch of government and their own Con- gressman. Many students who have at- tended the Close Up program agree that it is an excellent opportunity to ask questions and learn about their government. Governor's School is a special school for selected students who have been initially nominated at their home school. It is a great honor to be nominated from your school- competition is tough,', said Mrs. Twiggs. According to their talent and achieve- ment, the students can choose their area of study. Possibilities range from academics, drama, choral music, and dance. Most students never have the opportuni- ty for such extensive field studies. Yet many are exposed to some unique situa- tions closer to school. When teachers an- nounce a field trip, students immediately start looking forward to venturing beyond their familiar classrooms. Mrs. Waters took her Interior Design classes to the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts to see different periods Mr. Louis Newton that went from the Winston-SalemfForsyth County Schools to soak up some sunshine and knowledge from January 23 to February 2. 'I' U I F of furniture from the early Pilgrim period to the Classical period and the Modern period. Mrs. Burris also took her tenth grade Academically Gifted English class to the Wake Forest University Library for re- search. Many A.G. classes were required to do a thesis paper on a particular topic. Mrs. Burris feels that It's good experi- ence for them to learn how to use a library. Another way of getting beyond Titan Turf was to bring in guest speakers. These speakers shared their first hand experi- ences, often creating enough interest to perk up students. When someone comes to our class and talks about their experiences it makes it more meaningful. So we definitely need more,', said Kelli Ketner. These opportunities were given to stu- dents to gain their own first-hand experi- ence. Situations that extended the class- room in these ways made education more pertinent to students. The Titan turf has extended beyond the walls of West Forsyth.

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N0 BONES ABOUT IT: There is no doubt that Jeff Ebert, Andy Mucller, Corey Hart, and Don Raines got a top notch lesson from Hercules the class skeleton. Here , as he was known to stu- dents, was purchased years ago. The skeleton is the actual bones of a small oriental woman. Photos by Rob Harri: I-FD! -1-ll-U G.. any of the courses offered at West deal with learning about or using the body. Human Anato- my and Physiology, Cardio Pulminary Re- susitation, Advanced Biology and Physical Education are classes that require a knowledge of body language? Human Anatomy and Physiology gives students the opportunity to learn how the body functions and developes. Mr. Louis Newton teaches a variety of sections in- volving the body's systems. My favorite section to teach is the blood and circulation because my great- grandfather was Count von Newt from Transylvania . . . Actually, because of it's importance and lab activities. Students taking Anatomy are given modern, up to date information since Mr. Newton keeps up with the challenging field by reading and participating in col- lege courses and workshops during the summer. On the other end of the spectrum, all freshman were required to take a course in Cardio Pulminary Resusitation. Students 60fBody Language were taught to properly administer the methods to save a person's life if they stopped breathing, if their heart stopped beating, or if a person was choking. Stu- dents who passed the Red Cross written tests, given at the end of the course, re- ceived a certification in CPR from the American Red Cross. Advanced Biology returned to the cur- riculum at West this year supported by ten students. Mr. Louis Newton, who has taught a total of seven years of Advanced Biology, explained that the course is more detailed than the required sophomore course. We spend a great deal of time on five or six areas during the year, rather than a week or two on 15-20 different areas, said Mr. Newton. The class was small, consisting of ten students, so they were able to study and learn in more detail. The physical education classes did not have any trouble coming up with enough students to fill their classes. All Freshman were required to take one semester of P.E. this year. Brittany Orrell said, Even though ot P.E. classes sometimes seemed crowded is a definite break from all my othe- classes. Coach Dave McConnell, the head of t P.E. department said, Our objective teachers is to teach life time activitie: something students will develope an intel est for and carry on through life. The P.E. instructors have developed system which allows students to choos new classes each quarter. These blocks' as they are called, each have three diffe ent activities in them. This allows studeni to participate in a variety of sports eac quarter. Bettering the physical routine of st dents was very important to their growt . and it is proven that exercise is also goor for the mind. Students were very involved in cours dealing with the human body. Whether? be physical activity or mental work, th students showed an interest in learnin, about themselves.