Have you ever wondered what that awful stench was coming from every time you pass by the west wing? Well, what you were smelling was formaldehyde from the dead cats coming from Mr. Sherden’s room. Before you get any crazy ideas, it’s not what you think! Every year in Mr. Sherden’s Human Bio science class, juniors and seniors have the opportunity to dissect cats during 4th quarter to learn about the different muscles and ligaments. The cats came from a pound across the country and were sent to the Bio Supply. The class is separated into groups consisting about 3-4 students each are assigned to one cat. “Everyday before we dissect, Mr. Sherden teaches the class about the muscles then assigns which one we should locate and dissect.” Senior Jamie Flanary, 12, explains. The class uses small scissors and scrapers to dissect with the cats. It is also mandatory for the students to wear gloves and have their sleeves rolled up. “We have to scrap off the fat before we start looking into the layers and organs of the cats.” Says Senior Lidia Escobedo, tells me. “It’s actually pretty difficult because you have to be careful and try not to cut through the thin layers.” I suggest that upcoming juniors and seniors, who are interested in the medical field, should consider taking this class.
by: Monica Khean
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