Question of the Week #23

Dear class,

Write about your spring break. I'll be in Anaheim, CA for a teacher's workshop. For three days, I'll be learning new and interesting ways to teach you. Anaheim is the city where Disneyland is located. If I see Mickey or Minnie Mouse, I'll tell them "hi" for you!

What have you been doing for spring break?

How is your break going?

Where have you been?

Have fun and be safe everyone!

~ Ms. Gessner

Question of the Week #22

Dear class,

Welcome to Holy Week! This is a special time for Christians everywhere to remember how Jesus lived, died and rose from the dead (resurrected). On Thursday, we'll celebrate the life of Jesus as He shared in the last supper with His apostles. On Friday, we'll honor His death with a Good Friday service at school. Over the weekend, I strongly encourage you to go to church to celebrate Jesus' rising for Easter. This week's question is worth 2 extra credit points for a religion grade if you provide a thoughtful answer.

Why do you think Jesus chose to die? Why didn't He save himself?

I wish all of you a wonderful spring vacation and blessed spring break.

~ Ms. Gessner

Question of the Week #21

Dear class,

Spring break is around the corner. We will have a week off from school to rest and relax.

What are your spring break plans?

If you don't have plans, what do you wish you could do?

Thoughtful answers written by Friday, April 3rd, will receive 2 extra credit points toward your English grade. Remember to do the typing and response on your own. Your parents can help you with spelling.

~ Ms. Gessner

Question of the Week #20

Dear class,

Last Friday, the season of spring officially started. That means the next few months will be filled with warmer weather, flowers popping open and daylight lasting longer. For this week's question, answer this:

If you had to choose between winter, spring, summer or fall, which season do you like best? Why?

Thoughtful responses written by Friday, March 27th will receive 2 extra credit points toward their English grade. Remember to check your work for mistakes. Have fun!

~ Ms. Gessner

Question of the Week #19

Dear class,

On Tuesday, we will celebrate St. Patrick's Day by singing Irish songs to the residents at the Franciscan Apartments across the street. St. Patrick was a real man at one time. To read more about him, go to: http://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=89

We usually think of feeling lucky on St. Patrick's Day. This week's question is:

Describe a time when you felt lucky. What happened? Who else was part of it? Do you believe in good luck charms?

Thoughtful answer will receive 2 extra credit points toward their English grade. Good luck!

~Ms. Gessner

Question of the Week #18

Dear class,

On Friday, you will receive your report card for the 2nd trimester. For this week's blog, answer these two questions:

Why are report cards important?

What would happen if schools didn't use report cards?

This week's blog is just for fun. Make sure to check your work for mistakes. We'll read the blog together in class on Friday during lunchtime.

~ Ms. Gessner

Question of the Week #17

Dear class,

Every year, women around the world are recognized on March 8th for "International Women's Day." In Italy, little yellow flowers (called mimosa) are given out on many street corners to women as a way to say thank you. For this week's blog, think of a woman who has touched your life. This can be your mom, grandma, neighbor, etc. Write about how this woman has stood out to you. Thoughtful responses written by Friday, March 6th, will receive 2 extra credit points for their English grade. Remember to check your work for mistakes.

~ Ms. Gessner