I don't know anyone that was never bullied!

There are specific things that I try to ingrain in people with whom I work. Be the best that you can be. Don't worry so much about the things in life that happen, but how you respond to all these opportunities. Be the best that you can be, not because good people are rewarded, because they usually are not. Be the best you can be, not because of the promise of ever lasting joy in heaven. Be the best you can be because that is what makes us worthwhile. Being the best you can be gives you meaning. Being the best you can be because it is simply and perfectly, the right way to be, and anything else is not an option. Be the best you can be at any given moment, with the understanding that our best is different with each and every moment. Don't punish yourself if you think you can be better, just be better next time.

President's Day 2013

I believe that this is still the America of 50, 150 and 236 years ago. Through times of darkness and of light we have always shown a special light, of knowledge that together we are better than separate, that in time, we do the right thing and in the end our greatest blessings are those that we share with graciousness and humility, with honor and integrity. I believe in America and am proud and oh so grateful to be American!

The eight parts of speech are verbs, nouns, pronouns, adjectives,adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and interjections. Instructions: In the following sentences, tell the part of speech of each italicized word as represents. 1. We need to learn about our past. 2. Your friend just went past. 3. The past event will be remembered forever. 4. The fall colors are outstanding this year. 5. The leaves fall all over the ground. 6. The branches broke his fall from the tree. 7. The spring is full of mud. 8. Spring into action before it is too late. 9. Don't come near me! 10. Do you think he is near?

Please write a sentence showing your understanding of each vocabulary word. Vocabulary Hyperbole Simile Metaphor Personification Symbolism Allegory Imagery Onomatopoeia Analogy Ambiguities Nuances

Daily Student News February 5, 2013

The Gun Debate

Your homework this evening is to finish your vocabulary definitions: Finish the conjunction worksheet. Remember to identify whether or not the conjunction is subordinate! For Extra Credit: Read this article http://upfront.scholastic.com/issues/01_28_13/book#/6

The Gun Debate and then write a short summary. Have a great evening!