Westport High School - Herald Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

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Math and Science SUSAN M DON W AMELIA MIDDENDORF NELSON SMITH MARSHALL J ELLA WILLIAM SPIEGEL WILLIAMS WOOD One of the many things that one learns while enrolled in Earth Science is the use of topographic maps Susy Q provides a shock for many of Mr. Bourette’s students, but here it appears that one of Susy Q's friends gave Mr Bourette quite a shock. 21

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A. H LETICIA BAKER BAUTISTA GERALD CHARLES BAYSINGER BODENHAMER INA G. V BONNEY BOURRETTE Laboratory work gives students basic knowledge in laboratory procedures besides study in cell structure and its vital activities. RAYMOND DICE THERESA KUN The mathematics department offers several courses to the student interested in advancing in today’s mathematical and sci- entific world. Varying from the basic to the very specific, one may take general mathe- matics, geometry, two levels of algebra, and modern introductory analysis. The science department goes hand in hand with the future. The research field in all of the sciences is one that is ever pres- ent and ever growing. To advance scien- tifically, good scientists are needed in medi- cine, space exploration, and countless other fields. General Science lays a foundation for and introduces many fields of science. More specifically, earth science deals with the study of the elements, soil, and distin- guishing marks of our planet. Biology and human science enable the student to learn about plant and animal life and man himself. Chemistry and physics challenge the good student what with the study of atoms and elements and how they shape our world. 20

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Practical Arts The Practical Arts Department, as its title implies, attempts to give the student mastery of several basic skills. Various courses are offered. Typing is a rapid method of writing almost necessary for future secretaries or college-bound students. Bookkeeping is a skill that can be applied to almost every facet of business, adjusting family finances, managing the wealth of business concerns, and keeping bank rec- ords in order. Metal Shop, Wood Shop, and Drafting give the student the experience of working with various materials and the chance to plan and design works of their own. Driver's Education is a must for the stu- dent who wishes to become a good, safe driver. This course emphasizes safety in driving by teaching the student not only how to drive, but the best, safest method pos- sible. The students get not only classroom instruction, but individual behind-the-wheel training. ABOVE: A student in Driver's Education obtains be- hind the wheel training in the classroom. BELOW: A student begins work on his own creation.