Yazoo City High School - Mingo Chito Yearbook (Yazoo City, MS)

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Mathematics, Puzzle of the Ages MR. KENNETH W. BUCKLEY, Mathematics and Counselor; M.A., Miss. Southern. MRS. GEORGE CLARK, Mathematics; B.A., Longwood, Virginia. MR. LESLIE C. CLARK, Mathematics and Coach; B.S., Miss. Southern. Jim, don't you think you’re a little too old to be playing with blocks? Oh, it’s a project in geometry.” He'll never balance that sphere on the cone! MRS. H E. WATSON. Mathematics. B.S., Millsaps College. Modern Algebra, Plane Geometry, and Business mathe- matics are the subjects YHS students dread until they enroll in the class and see the unlimited mysteries solved by num- bers. One cannot imagine the thrill enjoyed by solving a difficult mathematic problem until he, himself, has enter- tained the experience. Besides being a helper in everyday problems, it is the language of science and queen of the future. This year YHS. began to introduce modern mathe- matics and in future years, an advanced course in mathematics will be offered. Now multiply by x + 3, add the numerators and subtract the amount of change you have in your pocket. Joey Regan is really going to town with his Algebra II problem. I'm learning fast, arent I, Mrs. Watson?” asks freshman Norman Mott. Making graphs is a new adventure for 9th grade Algebra stu- dents who never knew one could find unknowns by the intersection of two straight lines. 19

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Science, The Door to the Future MRS. NETTIE FERRIS, Science; B.S., Bel haven College. MR. GEORGE RICHARDSON, Chemistry, Physics; Masters, Graduate Work, Univ. of Miss., Univ. of Utah. MRS NAOMI ROBERDS, Biology; B.S., MSCW. To keep up with the great advancements being made in the field of science, YHS offers general and senior science along with more advanced courses in biology, chemistry, and physics. Enriched science programs and clubs are also a part of the science department. The Jets Club is sponsored by Mr. George Richardson. The Jets strive for the advance- ment, development, and education of tomorrow’s scientists. Science programs included speakers from various colleges and agencies in Mississippi and the science fair. Many enthusiastic science and mathe- matics students participated in the annual fair. This activity gave the student a chance to excel in sci- ence outside the classroom. YHS boasts two up-to-date laboratories and some of the best research equipment available. Lonnie, now you sift the flour while I pour in the cyanide. This'll make a nice little cake for the teachers, jokes Byron Seward. This is a Luna moth, Owen. Biology classes just These poor students have been going around in circles trying to figure wouldn't be interesting without Mrs. Roberds’ out the structure of an atom.” Won't you please help them. Uncle vistial aids. George ?” 18

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Social Studies, The History of Mankind MISS MARGARET HESTER. American History, Social Science, Counselor, and Coach; B.A., MSCW. MR. JERRY JOHNSON, Social Studies, Coach; B.S.E., Delta State. MR. DEWITT MASSEY. World History; M.A., Miss. College. MRS. C. D. WILLIAMS, History; B.A., Blue Moun- tain College, Graduate Study, Univ. of Alabama. At YHS the social studies department opens six fields of history and economics to its students. Mis- sissippi History and American History credits are imperative for a high school diploma. This past year a six weeks' course on the evils of communism, which should better prepare students to recognize the communist propaganda that they will face in the future, was added to the History field. What's this world coming to? Larry Bloom seems to be Are Miss Hester and Betty Jo discussing American pained over something his world history class is reading History, or could it be basketball ? about in their Senior Scholastic. 20