Say "yes" to Holy Week

When we think of all that was going on during Jesus' time, we realize there is not much new under the sun. Those were busy days too. Many people were gathering for the Passover, there were rumors around town about this "strange" prophet, there were meals to cook, babies being born.... it is part of our world today too. Yes this is busy week as we finish the end of the quarter and get ready for our Easter break. Let us pray that we do take time and that we do build space in our schedules to walk this journey with Christ. For we have much to remember and much to learn that will guide us forward again with hope and faith.

After pledge and prayer today, we talked briefly about Oral Presentations that 8th grade students are giving this week. Students then used English period to get organized, get Spanish homework done, and some chose to watch the Veggie Tale movie. Everyone had something to do.

Calvin was here for Spanish today. Again, he shared his teaching skills and pushed students forward in Spanish. Thank you Calvin.

During English, two students presented their research topics today. Sarah on The Bloom's School of Ballet, and Eva on the American Quarter Horse. Both presenters did an excellent job of teaching us about their topic and supported their words with good PowerPoint presentations. Well done! Sarah also presented to the 6-7th grade English class. Thank you Mr. Grubisic for your presence and support.

English 6-7 students talked about "literacy" today; this is our word for the week. What it means and how literacy skills support our lives. We especially focused on the importance of literacy modeling for pre-school children. In our information age, literacy coupled with critical thinking can be a great asset for lifelong learning and seeking the truth. For English 7 students, your Sounder essay is due today! There is no spelling unit this week or letters. We will focus on "literacy" and reading The Voyage of the Frog.

Thank you everyone (many students included) for the wonderful time we had yesterday at the Panasuk Benefit. We were so blessed by the large crowd who came to support The Panasuk family. And all the raffle prizes that were donated. It was an overwhelming and great gift to be part of an event that said to the Panasuks that "we are with you" and we will pray and support you during this time of need. We are on a "holy" journey and we all are invited to participate. Please say "yes" to Holy Week opportunities.