End of the Year

I can't believe the year is almost over. It doesn't seem like it was all that long ago that we were all in the computer lab together and you were first learning how to blog.

Don't forget to study for finals! They are important.

I'll continue to blog about my summer break, so stop back every once in awhile to see what I'm up to. Then leave me a comment. I'd love to hear about your breaks as well.

Have a safe and fun summer break!

Unrest in Jamaica

"Jamaica Unrest Prompts Tourism Worries" -- We just reviewed this today in class!

Movie Under the Stars

South Williamsport Junior High School celebrated its first ever "Movie Under the Stars" event Friday night. Approximately 50 students showed up to watch Night at the Museum 2, which gathered the most votes during the previous week's survey.

Thanks to the members of Junior High Student Council for planning this event, and to Mr. German for his tireless popcorn-popping efforts.

Should we do this again next year? Give your feedback.

Wiki Survey

Please don't forget to complete the wiki survey. I am still looking for 34 more responses. It will only take a few minutes. Only complete the survey if you are in one of my current 7th grade classes. Thanks!

Click here to go to wiki survey.

Reading Project at Kindergarten

Mrs. Geise's advanced reading classes acted out children's stories for the kindergarten classes at Central Elementary. The teachers in both the 7th grade and at Central were very impressed with the students' effort and enthusiasm, as well as the ingenuity of the sets and wardrobes. Here's a quick look at the rehearsal and performance of three reading groups.

Google in China

We've talked a lot in class about how China is changing. Here is another example. Because China is a communist country, they censor much of the information that the public has access to, meaning people in China don't have access to all information. They only see what the Chinese government allows them to see. As of today at about 3:00 pm ET, Google announced that it has stopped censoring the Internet in China. Google is no longer obeying the Chinese government and people in China now have access to information that they could never see before. Who knows, they might be reading this blog right now. It will be interesting to see how the communist Chinese government responds to this event.

Read this CNN article to find out more about Google in China.

Ready -- Set -- DODGEBALL!

Let's just say it--I love the dodgeball tournament! What a great turnout of players, spectators, teachers, and parents last night. I had a great time hanging out with everybody.

Congratulations to the Smurfs, who captured the title with a come-from-behind victory over the Ronald McDonald Gang.

Here's a quick tournament summary:

First person out in tourney -- Austin B.

Last person out in tourney -- Quinn K.

Man of the Match -- Nick M., who was 1 vs. 4 in the final match but still led his team to a win

Most likely to be first person out -- Ryan D.

Most likely to be last person in -- Anthony C.

(Final three categories as voted on by...me.)

Can't wait 'til next year, but until then keep the duck, diving, and dodging alive.