317 Blog

In Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

2012-02-03T11:25:00.005-05:00

MLK once said:

"As you press on for justice, be sure to move with dignity and discipline, using only the weapon of love. Let no man pull you so low as to hate him. Always avoid violence.”

What do these words mean to you?

Our Hopes and Dreams for a Better World

2012-01-30T11:19:00.004-05:00

What is your dream for a better world? Write about something that could be better in the world. Think of a problem that could be solved, an unfair situation that could be changed, a cause you care about, or something else.

In Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

2011-01-13T13:23:00.002-05:00

In Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.

2010-01-14T13:22:00.002-05:00

Reading Response Blog

2009-11-27T09:56:00.002-05:00

This is class 317's Reading Response Blog post. You can ask thick questions from your book talk buddies or just respond to what others are saying about books. Sharing your reading responses can deepen your understanding of what was read and make your reader's life even more special.

Love, Ms. Scarborough

Education is the Key to Your Future!

2009-09-11T13:04:00.004-04:00

Today we watched President Obama's speech to students. His message was about our responsibility to do our best in school so that we can become the leaders of the future. Everyone has special talents to share with the world. In order to achieve your dreams you need an education. Even when school is hard and you make mistakes, you can't give up!

"Don't be afraid to ask questions. Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it. I do that every day. Asking for help isn't a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength because it shows you have the courage to admit when you don't know something, and that then allows you to learn something new." -President Obama

What will your contribution be to the world? How will you go about achieving this goal?

Share Your Summer Adventures

2009-06-30T15:39:00.006-04:00

Hi Class,

We are very lucky to be together for one more amazing year! Let's stay in touch through the classroom blog. This is such a cool way to write about our summer adventures. Go ahead and check it out often. You may want to comment on what another student had to say; make sure that you mention the student's name in your first sentence. If you want to share a picture, email it to me and I will post it to our blog. Remember, adventures can happen anywhere and anytime, even in your own neighborhood!

"Catch a rainbow in a puddle, listen to the breeze. There's always something amazing to discover, just beneath your feet."

Love,
Ms. Scarborough

In Honor of Earth Day

2009-04-23T14:50:00.003-04:00

How does the color green make you feel? What would the world be like without any green?

Your actions speak louder than your words.

2009-03-12T14:40:00.001-04:00

What does this saying mean? Give an example when your actions spoke louder than your words.

"We are the change that we seek." - President Obama

2009-01-22T15:43:00.002-05:00

Individuals have the power to change the community. As a class, what would you like to do as a community service project? The community project can be done locally near the school (walking distance) or in the greater community (city, state, country or world). Be the change! Love, Ms. Scarborough

"YES WE CAN"

2009-01-15T15:48:00.006-05:00

Tuesday, January 20, is the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. How exciting! We have been talking in class about the powerful effect words can have on our lives. What do the words "Yes We Can" mean to you and how do they affect your life? When you want to post your comment select Name/URL and type in your first name. Leave the space for URL blank.

Love,
Ms. Scarborough

2009-01-05T19:16:00.002-05:00

Hi Class! Let's start the blog by writing our hopes and dreams for the future in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I can't wait to read your entries! Just click on comments to add your writing. If you would like to include a photo or drawing, bring it in to class and I will post it.