The Bunny Hop!

We had a lot going on in Ag/Health class today!  First, we discussed conflicts and ways to prevent them.  I explained that the words and tone that we use can steer a conversation in different ways.  We briefly talked about ways to turn "you" statements into less aggressive "I" statements.  (We will work more on this in the upcoming weeks.)  The class worked on a reading comprehension activity on the subject while we took turns recording vocals for their music video project.  It will take a couple more weeks, but we should have it completed soon!

Spanish-  Today was the last day for the groups to practice their restaurant skits!  They have written, blocked out, organized, and completely put together their own Spanish skits over the last few weeks.  Because of a conflict with next week's performance, one group decided to go ahead and do theirs today!

In art class, Ms. Nancy gave a brief lesson on Holy Week, and the reason that we celebrate Easter.  The class then began constructing their own Easter hats.... using newspaper!  I absolutely loved this project!  The kids had a hard time holding in the laughter as they helped each other form and tape their main hat shape.  Then, they each worked on molding and decorating them into unique creations!  Once all of the hats were completed, Ms. Nancy cracked the kids UP by teaching them the Bunny Hop Line Dance!  It was hilarious!


In social studies, Mr. Dennis continued the Civil Rights/Human Rights unit with a study of The Petition of Right 1628. Then learned about how King Charles I broke up Parliament, deciding to rule England on his own. This is when, in response, the Petition of Right was presented by Sir Edward Coke. This document, citing the Magna Carta, reminded Charles I that it was the law gave Englishmen their rights, not the king. King Charles had violated the law by denying Englishmen due process, not protecting them from unjust seizure of property or imprisonment, ignoring the right to trial by jury, and not granting protection from unjust punishments or excessive fines. After accepting the Petition of Right, Charles I soon resumed the violations. This struggle resulted in a civil war and the beheading of Charles I.