Journal Entry

Use your Storyworks maganize from October to recall the story, "Nobody's Perfect".  In this week's blog you will pretend your are either Mia or Paolo.  Write a one-paragraph (6-7 sentence) journal entry recalling and reflecting on the events at the party.  What happened at the party?  How did you feel?  What would you change next time?  What would you keep the same?

Remember, journal entries include a date and also remember to sign your name!!

Bullying In Schools

On Thursday and Friday of last week we addressed the issue of bullying through the variety of texts we read.  In the Time for Kids article, "Bullying: It's Against the Law" we heard two different opinions on how to improve bullying in schools.  One opinion suggested that we need more programs and funding to raise awareness of what bullying is, what it looks like in its different forms and how to stop or prevent it.  The other opinion suggested that we all just need take ownership for our own words and actions, therefore setting an example and being a role model for all those around us. This will then have a ripple effect and others will want to start doing good and being respectful as well. Which side do you agree with?  Think outside of Briarcliff and even Kansas City.  We discussed this being a nation-wide issue.  If we are going to solve this problem on a national level, how should we approach it? Maybe you have an idea of your own and don't agree with either opinion.  If so, share it.  How would you solve this problem?

Make sure your response is at least six complete sentences and put your name at the end so I know whose it is.