Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

In a week when school shootings and war dominate our news (and thoughts), how refreshing to reminded of St. Francis of Assisi. He modeled for us holy living in a times of chaos and confusion. We are called to sow seeds of love, hope, pardon, faith and joy. Thus we started our day with St. Francis' prayer; students considered what this prayer meant to them and wrote responses in their journals.
The school liturgy expanded our engagement with St. Francis' ministry through songs, prayers, and Father Henry's homily. Father Henry also came to our class and shared the attributes of a Franciscan life. Truly we have many "refreshing" ideas to ponder and use for our growth.

Geography 7 students finished reading our textbook about Brazil. Maps of South/Central Americas were due today.

Math 6 students need to complete p. 30: sections A and B even numbers. I have been calling home when students are running behind. Please check over your student's work frequently. Students are capable but need to develop more confidence.

English 8 students turned in their rough draft critical response to
The Old Man and the Sea. The final essay (typed) is due on Monday with corrections. Please also turn in the rough draft with the final.

World History: We finished reading about "early farmers." Next step is the introduction of a hands-on project for this unit.

"For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life." -St. Francis

Many say teaching is all about giving... and then giving more. Trust me, we receive so much. Thank you everyone.