Happy Spring!

Enjoy your Spring Break!

Frolic in a field of daffodils!

SBAC: Yea or Nay?

As we practice and prepare for the upcoming SBAC Testing, we hear various opinions about the value of these tests.  Some of us think they are good indicators of student progress, and some of us think they are detrimental to students' love of education.

Now that you've gotten a peek at what the test will be like, what do YOU think? It's important and timely to consider our own point of view toward standardized testing!  I want to hear your opinion!

Make sure to back up your opinion with evidence. An opinion is not valid in a debate unless it has facts behind it! Cite your source! Two full paragraphs, minimum. Respond to previous classmates' points of view.

You can view both sides of the debate here: http://standardizedtests.procon.org/

You can also read up on what lawmakers are thinking here: http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/education/senate-begins-debate-on-education-law-focuses-on-testing/2015/01/21/583b24d4-a19b-11e4-b146-577832eafcb4_story.html

OR, you can do your own research and find evidence from elsewhere around the internet! :)

SWEET FREEDOM!

Hi, all!  Don't worry about the blog this weekend.  Enjoy a weekend of freedom before Quarter 4 starts on Monday.

Freedom!  Sweet, sweet freedom!

Mark Twain Project

Work hard on your Mark Twain Projects this weekend!  Remember, they are due on Monday, 3/9/15.

I can't wait to see your work!

P.S. Did you know Mark Twain loved cats?  You sure can't tell from Tom Sawyer ! All those poor dead cats...