Floral Foam Fun

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Mama G gave her greenhouse students the go-ahead to try their hand at freehand sculpting. They got to cut, carve, and create with floral foam. Here is a sampling of some of their best work

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Adam, Mauricio

SueAnn Harding

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SueAnn Harding is one of the most caring teachers to work at Landmark. Sue has a positive influence on students that is expressed through her humor, and especially her kindness. Dedicated is the best word to describe Sue Her favorite thing about her job is that she gets paid to “harass” students.

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Jaydan Hampton, MK Huntley

Mike Wing

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5 Questions with Mike Wing

What is your favorite vehicle manufacturer? GMC

What is your favorite drink? Diet Pepsi

What made you want to become a school janitor? Got laid off, and needed to support his family. 

What do you enjoy most about your job? Having more time, being able to be with family.

What do you like to do in your spare time? Camping, Fishing, Hunting.

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Kade Evans

Expository Essay Experience

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Students continued to work on their "How To" projects for English. These students explained the process for checking the oil in a car. Shelby completed the check. Karen captured each step in photos. Joey and Hailey then described and transcribed each of the completed steps in a presentation. This activity expanded the student's expository writing, communication, and collaborative skills. The final result is a useful, practical tutorial in basic car care.

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Joey, Karen, Shelby, Hailey

Student Council & the Vital Behaviors

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The Student Council has been bringing awareness to the most important things students can do to increase their likelihood for graduation and future success. Sue had the students divide up and create visuals to accompany Landmark's 5 Vital Behaviors:

  • Attendance
  • Positive Attitude
  • Productivity
  • Cooperation
  • Civility

 

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Kyra, Michelle, Leo, Juve

Hallway Hacky Sack

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Believe it or not, this game of Hacky Sack is part of an English project. Students polished their expository writing skills by presenting a step-by-step guide, or "How to" project on the topic of their choice for English Class today. The finer points of gameplay, technique, scoring, ad dexterity were on display for this assignment.

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Bowdy, Lincoln, Pablo, Remi, Skyler

Owl Pellet Lab

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Landmark scientists examined Owl Pellets last week. They learned about owl diets and habitats. They identified the tiny bones, skulls, and teeth that remained after owl digestion. 

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Hunter Hopes