HAPPY MONDAY

I Lived

3-5-14
Song: I lived
Artist: One Republic

Thanks for being such an awesome class these past 8 weeks! What was your favorite thing we did during the last 8 while I was your student teacher? I will miss all of you! Best of luck the rest of the year!!

You Make Me

3/3/14
Song: You make me
Artist:: Avicii

Topic: 

What is your research topic? Why did you choose this topic? What are you most excited about finding out?

Earth

3/3/14
Song: Earth
Artist: Imogen Heap

Topic: How would you feel if someone took all the credit for something you did? Has this every happened to you??

A Drop in the Ocean

2/28/14
Song: A Drop in the Ocean
Artist: Ron Pope

Why is it important to volunteer to help others? How do you feel when you help others?

Let It Grow

Blog: 2/26/14
Song: Let it Grow
Artist: The Lorax Singers

TOPIC: 

What is your favorite Dr. Seuss book of all time??

Early Morning May

Blog: 2/25/14
Song: Early Morning May
Artist: Ronald Jenkins

Topic: What book did you choose for your book report this time? Did you enjoy it? Why or why not?

On Top of the World

Blog: 2/24/14

Song: On Top of the World

Artist: Imagine Dragons

Topic: 

List two similarities and two differences you have noticed thus far between the movie Flowers for Algernon and the short story we read in class. 

Happy

Blog for 2/20/14
Song: HAPPY :)
Artist: Pharrell Williams

DIRECTIONS:
1) Go onto schoology
2) Under "Discussions" you will find a discussion for 2/20/14
3) OPEN IT
4) Find your CC Partner's blog URL from the list I have posted in the comments.
5) Comment on your CC's blog post from yesterday. Make sure you include TWO of the following comments:
-                Something you learned
-                Something you agree/disagree with
-                Something you found interesting
-                A comment you have
-                A question you have
-                Something you liked/disliked

RESPECT

Blog: 2/19/14

Song: Respect

Artist: Aretha Franklin

Topic: Pick one of the following "What if" Questions and BLOG about it!!!

1. What would happen if you could fly whenever you wanted?
2. What would happen if there were no television?

3. What would happen if everyone lived in space?

4. What if cows gave root beer instead of milk?

The Man

Blog: 2-18-14
Song: The Man
Artist: Aloe Blacc

Topic: Is the story "Flowers for Algernon" believable? Why or Why not?

"Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present."

Somebody to Love

2/13/14
Song: Somebody to Love <3 <3 <3

Ethics: 
noun: 
 Moral principles that govern a person's or group's behavior. 

Example: Psychologist have to be careful when designing experiments using humans so they do not violate ethics by causing the people serious mental or physical harm. 

Topic: Why might an intelligence-altering

operation be unethical or risky? Explain

People all around the world want to be smart and clever to be successful. In order to be successful, you need to work hard. Charlie was a very smart individual even before he received the operation. He was eager to learn and worked as hard as he could to become smarter. Dr. Strauss states, " Look at how well hes learned to read and write for his low mental age"(Keyes 225). When someone works hard to have a great future and others use a shortcut, it is not only unfair to the individual, but those that work hard to achieve success. 

I'm Yours

Blog 2/12/14
Song: I'm Yours
Artist: Jason Mraz

Topic: What is something you have gotten better at over time? What did it take you to get better? How did you feel when you accomplished this goal?

Ex. Sports, Goals, School work, skills etc.

“The man who thinks he can and the man who thinks he can't are both right. Which one are you?” 

Flowers in your hair

Song: Flowers in your hair
Artist: The Lumineers
2/11/14

Journal topic: What are you most looking forward to finding out as you continue to read Flowers for Algernon?

“The path I choose through the maze makes me what I am. I am not only a thing, but also a way of being--one of many ways--and knowing the paths I have followed and the ones left to take will help me understand what I am becoming.” - Daniel Keyes, Flowers for Algernon

Stay

Journal 2/10/14
Song: Stay
Artists: Florida Georgia Line

Topic: If you could choose to be one of the following, which would you choose to be: smart, popular, or physically attractive? What are the pros and cons for each?

I don't think I could choose just one of the following. While being smart seems to be the most obvious answer, popularity has its pros as friendship stems from those who resonate well with others. Being physically attractive is probably the least important, however being physically attractive gives one confidence in themselves.

Tell me a Lie

Song: Lie to Me
Artist: Quiet Drive <----- Anyone know where the members of this band went to school?!? ;)

Journal: Two truths and a lie. Please write two true statements about yourself and one that is a lie. Do not tell which one is the lie, but have your classmates try to figure it out by commenting on your post for the day.

>>I have won three state dance championships. I have a twin brother. I had a guinea pig when I was in middle school.<<                                    
                                                                 You lying to me???

RED

Journal 2/5/13
Song: Red
Artist: Taylor Swift

Simile- noun

1. 1.

   a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid (e.g., as brave as a lion, crazy like a fox ).

Metaphor- noun

1. 1.

   a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.

   "“I had fallen through a trapdoor of depression,” said Mark, who was fond of theatrical metaphors"
2. 
   
3. Complete the following sentences by filling in the blank with a creative and fun simile. Make sure to explain your answer when it says explain or 'because."

I am as happy as___________ when

I_______________(explain). My personality is like 

a__________ because____________. I am most frustrated

 when others act like________________

ABC

Journal for 2/4/14

Song: ABC 

Artist: Jackson 5

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” 

Topic: How did you get your name? Do you think your name is an accurate description of who you are?

My parents waited until the last possible second to name me as they could not decide between Haley or Maddie. In the end, they chose Haley and I am glad they made that decision. I think my name suits me very well as I am a calm, even tempered individual and the name Haley represents this well. Above all else, I am thankful that my parents did not take my brothers name suggestion of Georgette into consideration!

Journal 2-3-14 Song: "The Spark"

Topic: Choose a controversial issue and write about your opinion on the subject.

Opinion: noun

1. 1.

   a view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.
2. 
   

*** Example Controversial issues: Minimum wage, war, all- year round school, death penalty, taxes, free trade, global warming, electoral college, health care, uniforms in school etc. ** Pick something you are passionate about!!

In my opinion, animal testing is wrong and should be banned! Animals are helpless creatures who cannot defend or speak up for themselves. As a human, we have liberty, which is freedom, choice, etc. Animals also have this right to live a free life and it is not right to deny them this basic right. Making animals suffer for research purposes is devastating as animals have feelings and emotions just like humans do. I could never imagine Rylee going through that much pain just so someone somewhere can have the perfect shade of pink lipstick! 

How could someone even think to hurt a face like this ?!?!

Victory 1-31-14

Hey! My name is Ms. Faust and I am super excited to be getting involved in the blogging world with all of my awesome students!! I am a senior at the college of St. Benedict with a major in English and minor in secondary education. My favorite hobbies are sewing, dancing, crafting etc. An interesting fact about myself is that I lived in Ireland for 4 months while I was a junior in college. While there, I created a blog for all my family and friends back home to follow me in my adventures abroad. I think blogging is an excellent way to get your AwEsOmE AmAziNg ideas out there for every one else to hear and read! I hope my students can share in my love of blogging and make their blog as creative and unique as they are!!

<-----Me in 8th grade...with Rylee of course!! :)