Snow Days

Just a few notes about snow days.  On Tuesday, we had four schools that were closed because of the weather. 

If your home school is closed and the bus is not running and you have no alternate form of transportation, it would be an excused absence. 

Remember, this year we only have three days that will be excused as snow days.  After that, any additional snow days will have to be made up.

Enjoy a Little Laugh

I came across this video today and thought I would pass it along to all of you. 

There are some days that I feel like the penguin going down through that ice.  Then there are the days I wish I could be that other penguin and let somebody have it.  Hopefully we can make it through the rest of December without being either one.  Enjoy!

Toys for Tots

Every year, the JVS has a Toys for Tots donation drive.  This year if students would like to participate, they can earn bonus points for my class.  With a one-time donation of a new toy, students will earn 10 extra credit points.  Toys may be donated until December 21st.  All collected toys are donated to The Chronicle Telegram's Not Forgotten Box.

A Short Week

I think we will all make it through our two-day week.  Enjoy the time off and eat plenty of turkey and pumpkin pie.  Happy Thanksgiving!

JVS Food Drive

Every November, the JVS holds a food drive to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank.  Students have the opportunity to earn extra credit in my class by participating in the drive.  For every item brought to class, between now and November 23, students will earn one point.  There is a maximum of ten bonus points that can be earned!

It's time to wake up!

Listen everyone.  The second quarter has started and now is as good a time as any to get busy.  It is so easy to get behind with school work (even me), so make the decision to stay on top of your assignments this quarter.  Usually we have some class time to complete assignments--make sure you're using this time wisely.  And, as always, if you have any questions or concerns let me know. 

Hypnobirth on Chanel 3 News

On Monday, November 8, Chanel 3 News had a spot on hypnobirth.  We recently discussed using hypnosis as an effective pain management technique in psychology.

Visit the Chanel 3 Webpage to read about the story and watch a short video.

There's a link at the website to learn more information on the Mongan Method of hypnobirth.