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Student Interest In Science Soars

What do chemical equations, human
reproduction, and astronomy have in
common? All were areas of study
which were stressed in the science
department. The science program was
an essential part of the curriculum.
This was especially important for
students who were interested in
science-oriented careers.

One of the necessary ingredients for a
successful science class was student
participation. Monty Eckart, an eighth
grade student, enjoyed his science
class. He stated, “Mr. Lawman seems
to know what to explain and what to
let me figure out for myself.” Student
participation can be achieved through
field trips. Mr. William Morrison,
astronomy teacher, stated, ‘‘The most
interesting aspect of our class was our
field trip to the Kennedy Space
Center.”

Another necessity of a science class
was student enthusiasm. This was
gained by the study of subjects which
interest as well as inform the students.
Mrs. Barbara Grosz felt that biology
relates to the student. She commented,
“The nature of the human body is one
of the interesting topics which we
study and is something that every
student should know about.”

Mr. James Lansdale summed up the
year of scientific study. He said, “It has
been my experience this year that the
majority of the students taking science
courses are more interested in science
than in recent years.” He added, “I
think that the science program at Pine
Crest has had an excellent track record
in preparing students for college level
work.”

A FIELD TRIP on the Atlantic Ocean
highlighted Marine Biology class. Gilles
Galoustian and Walter Millsaps prepare to
gather samples from the ocean.

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