Something which might help explain why my track record as a blogger is so pitiful is the fact that my personal computer does not have an internet connection. Therefore, I use the family computer; if you’ve ever been in a family of six, the reasons why I don’t write often are clearly apparent. So, to continue what should have been a single entry:
Lunch: Today was the last day I officially had a lunch period, at least in this semester. It was 5th period, which isn’t too shabby, and actually existed, which was even better. Finally, I knew a good number of people. Alas, I have decided to forfeit my lunch until January, in favor of debate.
US History: First impression: this is going to be long-suffering and boring. Second impression: I’m really looking forward to this class! Mr. B is “shaping up to be a better teacher than I expected”, and I appreciate the class discussions on relevant material. However, I do NOT appreciate the enormous ammounts of homework. (If you’re in APUSH, I don’t want to hear it.)
I could comment on the people in the class (I have some friends. The class is overenrolled.) But I’m switching to fifth period.
Speech and Debate: I have mixed feelings about this class. Mr. K. is very funny and very serious about debate, and I know I’ll both enjoy this class and learn a lot from him. In addition, it isn’t a very large class, so we’ll have a lot of chances to talk with him and improve debating skills. The downside is that once we start debating, there is going to be a lot of research involved.
English Media: Seventh period is English class. Here you witness the likes of SAT vocab, journal questions, and the 9/11 Commission report as a graphic novel, along with stimulating discussion. Eigth period brings to light photo booth (I don’t think it’s possible to not have fun with that), power point presentations, and sharing music titles.
Mr. B is an amazing teacher. He gives everyone a chance to talk. He assigns us challenging journal questions. He makes us think. And…. no homework on weekends!
There are a good mix of people in this class, and both Taylor and Courtney are taking the course!
And that’s all I have time for now. (Read: my mom is kicking me off.) Until next time.
