BP Oil Spill Graphs

I just saw this graph on CNN.com and found it amazing. This is a great look at just how big and costly the Gulf Oil Spill has been. Of particular interest, check out how much money BP makes each year, as compared to how much money they have currently spent in cleaning up the oil spill. Very interesting.

Click here for CNN graphs.

Excellent Showing

I had a great time today with the Junior High Boys' Soccer Team as we watched the US World Cup game at my house today. 10 players showed up to watch the game and saw the US tie England 1-1.

What a great showing for the US! England is one of the strongest soccer teams in the world and it shows how soccer has matured in the US that we can go toe to toe with one of the world's most storied soccer countries. People may say that the US got a lucky goal to tie it. Yes, it was a terribly lucky goal, but the US had many chances in the game, and probably had the best chance of the second half when Jozy Altidore hit the post after it was deflected by England's keeper. In that light, the US could have won. As a result of the tie, the US and England both get 1 point (team's get 3 points for a win, 1 for a tie, and 0 for a loss). The two teams with the most points after 3 games advance to the second round. The US plays again Friday morning versus Slovenia. So, the fact the US tied mighty England and got a point is a victory. I know that sounds weird, but it's a good thing. The US has shown it is a force to be reckoned and that it can hold its own with on the world stage.

Summer Vacation--Day 1

It's good to finally be on summer break!

Today I sanded, stained, and painted various pieces of molding for a bathroom we are finishing at my house. I also made a huge trip to Lowe's for some supplies I need for a garden fence project.

How did you spend your Summer Vacation Day 1? I hope you all got off on the right foot.

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.