This blog contains information for Mrs. Pluta's classes at the Lorain County JVS. It is hoped that Our Classroom Connection will keep students engaged in class discussion outside the school day.

Friday, May 27, 2011

End of the Line for Juniors!



Now that the seniors are gone, the building will seem much quieter.  While we may feel like celebrating, we have a little work left to complete.  Most important on the list: preparing for final exams.

For Sociology, students will take their final test over Chapter Fourteen.  This chapter looked at two important and sometimes controversial topics in our society: education and religion.  The test will be a regular chapter test and will be open notes.

In Practical Computer Applications, students will need to complete the final project.  The final exam will be a PowerPoint presentation on your dream house.  It should contain different parts of the final project.

Final exams will be given beginning June 7th. 

Monday, May 23, 2011

Senior Recgonition Ceremony

On Thursday, May 26, Seniors will be honored for their accomplishments at the JVS.  All seniors will receive their Career Portfolio and be announced with their programs. 

Each program will also recognize a student as the Outstanding Senior.  These students are the overall best in their individual programs.  Those receiving JVS scholarships will also be acknowledged.  Finally, each Academy will award a cash prize to the student that prepared the best Career Portfolio.

Good luck to all the seniors!  Whether you're pursuing additional education, joining the military, or heading to work, we know you are well prepared.  Please remember to keep in touch!

Thursday, May 12, 2011

Final Exam Updates

Final exams are just around the corner for Seniors.  Be prepared to take these finals beginning on Friday, May 20th.
  • Sociology: seniors will use the chapter twelve test over The Family as the final exam.
  • American Civics: the citizenship test we used to begin this school year will be the basis for the final exam; this is CLOSED notes, so be sure to study.
  • Practical Computer Applications: the presentation on your dream house will count as your final exam grade.
Final grades for seniors will be calculated as soon as possible!

Thursday, May 5, 2011

Caption Contest #3

If you're interested, earn FIVE bonus points by participating in this caption contest.  Post a comment by the end of the school day on Monday, May 9th.  Be creative!