Monthly Archives: September 2015

Mr. Jockers’s Reading Goal

My “reading goal” is to read at least 40 books this year. I’m challenging my students to do that so I should be able to do it as well. It’s going to take a bit of effort, though, since last year I read 28 books, falling two short of the goal I set for my … Continue reading Mr. Jockers’s Reading Goal

Our New Look: Gar-funk-i-fied

So, it may seem odd that immediately following an assignment designed to help you become familiar with the layout of the blog that I completely change the layout. You’re right: that is odd. But there is a reason. Although I liked the look of the previous “theme” (which, by the way, was called “Hemingway” and … Continue reading Our New Look: Gar-funk-i-fied

George, Where Are You From?

I’m from big family reunions, held all over.Where I see my family members and we get to to talk and discuss what has happened recently. Where I get to play with my cousins and hang out most all of the time. http://www.123rf.com/photo_5540426_bringing-people-together-between-a.html   I’m from going to the movie theater with my brothers to watch … Continue reading George, Where Are You From?

Mrs. DaSilva, Where Are You From?

Mrs. DaSilva, Where Are You From? I’m from  barefoot summers playing dodgeball in the street till dark,  the sweet smell of Juicy Fruit gum (mom’s purse heavy with it),  making chains with the yellow wrappers, riding my blue Schwinn bicycle on cracked sidewalks, “step on a crack and break your mother’s back”, and bees buzzing … Continue reading Mrs. DaSilva, Where Are You From?

Constantine, Where Are You From?

Constantine, Where Are You From?   I’m from the hardworking mother and father, and their parents, my grandparents, who took moments out of their own lives to aid me in creating my own special experiences, which is something that takes a lot to dedicate yourself to doing   I’m from moving to three different houses … Continue reading Constantine, Where Are You From?

Jake Where Are You From?

I’m from the loving parents of Lynn, and Bill, the rambunctious twin Tyler, and the 17 year old mayor of the house Chaisen.   I’m from the big gray house behind the ugly royal blue house with the bright yellow door, the brand new pool in my backyard, the messed up lawn in the backyard … Continue reading Jake Where Are You From?