The Black and Gold 1977
Although traditional courses of study, the Math and Science departments underwent changes which broadened their scope of electives.
In this highly technical and computerized society, the Math department supplied students with 25 new calculators which aided them with more precise realistic problem solving.
Courses ranged from General Math to Calculus. Increased enrollment in the later indicated that more students were continuing on to higher math.
An active sponsor of the Mathematical Association of America, the Math department encouraged students to take the nation wide MAA exam which tested a student's individual achievement in Math.
A new optional two-credit course at the Honolulu Zoo was offered by the Science department for the first time. Titled Zoo Instructor Program (ZIP), students received on the job training as docents to visitors to the zoo, including study of behavior patterns and care of the animals.
The usual science offerings in biological, physical and oceanographical fields were just as popular and necessary as ever.
Contests in science provided an extra-curricular activity incentive for some students. These included McKinley's Science Fair on February 17, Engineering Fair on February 26, and the Sea Grant Symposium in May.
McKinley High School Class of 1977
40th Reunion Summer 2017
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