AVID Trip to Syracuse University

Here are a few photos from the AVID trip to Syracuse University:

Outstanding Editorials

The following students submitted outstanding editorials outlining tips for next week's state ELA exam:

Amina B.
Rochelle B.
Kamara F.
Ema F.
Kodie H.
Richie L.
Arianna P.
Bonke R.
Jahmai S.
Katie W.
Tim W.

Today's Notes

Students of the Week

Congrats to the following students of the week! Period One - Natale D. Period Two - Yoan R. Period Three - Rochelle B. Period Five - Kapri D.

Earn a Homework Pass

Would you like to earn a HW pass? Then answer the following question in at least three complete sentences:

What can you do to improve yourself as a student in the last marking period?

• Remember that this applies to all classes not just ELA.
• Submit your answer on our blog, not as a written assignment turned into Ms. Short.
  

Incentive on Friday

As a reward for their hard work over the past month, all seventh and eighth graders will have the opportunity to participate in a Fun Friday during periods six and seven on Friday, April 15th. Students will be able to choose to participate in one of the following activities:

• basketball


• movie


• Zumba


• music and socializing

Half Day on April 14th

Just a reminder that there will be a half day on Thursday, April 14th. We will be running periods three. four, and five on the 14th. Students will begin dismissal at 10:20 am.