Worthington High School - Trojan Yearbook (Worthington, MN)

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Math Explores the Ideas of Group and Field Theories The Math Department was taught by three teachers: john Forsyth, Ken Droegemueller, and Rich Adel. Together they taught Geometry, Ad- vanced Algebra, and M.l.A. Career Vocational Algebra was open to those students who elected to pur- sue the' study of mathematics. Mastery of basic arithmetic, algebra skills, and concepts were the goals. Students completing three years of the Geometry, Advanced Algebra, and M.l.A. programs were well prepared for college math. We made use of our hands on equipment: geometric models, slide rules, calculators, over-head projec- tors, teletype, and chalk to supple- ment the programs. The various sections of Geometry, Advanced Algebra, and M.l.A. were designed quite well so that students may change instructors at the se- mester and still feel comfortable in the new environment. All three in- structors used the same grading scale, as well as same quarter, se- mester, and final exams. ln those ways all students should have felt comfortable with any section. r r .,., . Q. l sgggzfgyw L. ,- .:yw Xmicmufs fiat F ..- QU a 5 ' Iv , . 1 .- . Larry Fields, Russ Folker, and Lynn Brunk are and quadratic equations. If students want to combining their ideas from Algebra and go on in Algebra, they can study logarithms Geometry. The students study sets of num- and trigonometric functions. bers, polynomials, factoring, functions, linear , i girl .ft 'ifffmff . '5 i.. ' ,F Career Vocational Algebra emphasises the structure of Algebra as it relates to working written word problems as well as an analysis procedure method of solution, and making 22fMath . rowfzf' 1 correct conclusions in word problems. The Markman, and Linda Gravon are all improv students also learn some simple geometric ing their math skills. This class is for those concepts. Carol Boyle, Sherri Buysman, Sonja who will not be taking math in college.

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.1-. . .- s ae, ,Sew . 2- fi-QQ Each junior and senior has an opportunity to enroll in four quarters of co-educational physical education. Once enrolled, they ln Physical Education, it is the intention to give each student a wholesome experience with a varied number of activities. The pro- gram is varied enough so that at sometime , .W ,,,.,. ,H 'Y' ,wr then have their choice to select the activities they wish. The purpose of the program is to provide students with an advanced under- during the year, each student can enjoy par- ticipating. Mr. Leon Schimbeno explains handball to his class. cygg . s,.. Q Liga, xy.. . R .Q,,-is v. da.: if ,- v j 7t 4' A' w . 'Aw A , K f., ,MV yi, . V , , K? A V' ar ' tw 4. V: .1 v HM ,Qt ' 'Vs . Q, X , wc 4 V f , V s..f'3,:,.S,,w'.- iff f i standing about activities and use of their leisure time. Joni Kissinger takes careful aim on the firing range. The sophomore health classes underwent some major changes in content. Another major change provided a six-week block of time for health rather than twice a week for the entire year, as it had been in the past. The students accepted the change and found the program more beneficial. Subject areas included mental health first-aid, family life, sex edu- cation, and death. Through the use of resource people from difference agencies and films, each unit was investigated. In addition, numerous field trips were made to community agencies and businesses that could further develop the subject area. Students Applaud Curriculum Changes in Health Education Healthf21

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Chemistry I and ll are preparatory courses dent studies the more advanced chemistry. designed for the students who will be taking Linda Horstman and Monte Moore measure chemistry in college. The basic principles of exact, not to ruin a project. chemistry are further developed as the stu- lntroduction to Biology is team taught and in volves discussion, lecture, films, indoor labo- ratory work and outdoor laboratory exer- cises. Robert Emary demonstrates to sopho- more Scott Carlson the techniques of dis- secting earth worms. This is a prerequisite to other Biology courses. junior Duane Hassing finishes a project in the lab. Chemistry has proven to Duane to be a fulfilling course in his daily schedule. Wildlife to Stars Together We Can Make it Happen Quite a few classes were team- taught this past year. One in which involved the Science Department was Introduction to Biology. To- gether Leo Peterson and Robert Emary taught Biology. While one handled the lecture and discussion portion, the other supervised labo- ratory work. Another class which in- volved a considerable number of students was Animal Systems. This was a comparative study of a system in several different types of the animal kingdom. Astronomy was one of the new classes added to the department. Students discussed planets, stars, and therories on the origin and evolution of the universe. Also a field trip to the planetarium at Southwest Minn. State College was taken. This, with night obser- vations with a telescope were all appreciated by the students. Sciencef23