ENRICHMENT ASSIGNMENT:
The news can really focus on the negative and scary time of the COVID-19 spread. However, scary times can bring out the best in people. Watch the news, read the Internet and write down the kind things that people are doing. How do you feel about it? What can you do in your household to bring a smile to a family member? You can use the attached form.
UPDATE: Today staff had a virtual meeting with Mr. Martin. He said MiStar is not only for grades but for participation. He stressed that students need to stay mentally sharp and on task. MiStar can be used for participation and we can have due dates on materials assigned to make sure you understand what you are working on (feedback). Staff can assign materials twice or more per week. We will figure out a schedule as we move forward. You will be responsible for all the background information on Chapter 27: Imperialism. I will provide the enrichment work to help you learn the material. You need to get these materials to me whatever way works best for you. You can use any method to get the items to me: email, google classroom etc. I will provide feedback on the work you send me. Get the last study guide done from Ch. 26 if you have not done so already. The MiStar will remain “red/ungraded” but you can track your participation. Ch. 27: Imperialism starts tomorrow.
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CHECK YOUR GOOGLE CLASSROOM TODAY.
Ms. Ha ( All hours)
Students, be sure to go back to google classroom and turn in there as well. Code: W6ec6zi
ENRICHMENT:
Please send me some unique ideas and or short journal entries you will allow me to SHARE ON IBLOG.
SPIRIT WEEK IS HERE!!!
Hi Everyone,
I have a neat link for you to check out since we have discussed the American Cowboy briefly before we left school. https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/24/us/cowboy-museum-oklahoma-security-twitter-trnd/index.html
Hi everyone,
I hope you and your families are staying well and getting ready for the shelter in place, effective at 11:59 PM tonight.
Today would be a good day to write one of your journal entries! Remember, your journal entries will be no different than those people who kept journals during the Civil War or WWII. This is a unique time period, just like these prior time periods listed.
These letters below are from Ms. Rumler. Please read:
LETTER #1
We know the outbreak of COVID-19 can be stressful and cause fear and anxiety for people. These feelings during an infectious disease outbreak are normal and common. But there are things you can do to support yourself, friends and family members. By working together, you can cope with the stress which will make you and your loved ones stronger.
LETTER #2
Relaxation Techniques
© 2013 Therapist Aid LLC 1 Provided by TherapistAid.com
When a person is confronted with anxiety, their body undergoes several changes and
enters a special state called the fight-or-flight response. The body prepares to either fight
or flee the perceived danger.
During the fight-or-flight response it’s common to experience a “blank” mind, increased
heart rate, sweating, tense muscles, and more. Unfortunately, these bodily responses do
little good when it comes to protecting us from modern sources of anxiety.
Using a variety of skills, you can end the fight-or-flight response before the symptoms
become too extreme. These skills will require practice to work effectively, so don’t wait
until the last minute to try them out!
Deep Breathing
It’s natural to take long, deep breaths, when relaxed. However, during the fight-or-flight
response, breathing becomes rapid and shallow. Deep breathing reverses that, and sends
messages to the brain to begin calming the body. Practice will make your body respond
more efficiently to deep breathing in the future.
Breathe in slowly. Count in your head and make sure the inward breath lasts at least 5
seconds. Pay attention to the feeling of the air filling your lungs.
Hold your breath for 5 to 10 seconds (again, keep count). You don’t want to feel
uncomfortable, but it should last quite a bit longer than an ordinary breath.
Breathe out very slowly for 5 to 10 seconds (count!). Pretend like you’re breathing
through a straw to slow yourself down. Try using a real straw to practice.
Repeat the breathing process until you feel calm.
Imagery
Think about some of your favorite and least favorite places. If you think about the place
hard enough—if you really try to think about what it’s like—you may begin to have feelings
you associate with that location. Our brain has the ability to create emotional reactions
based entirely off of our thoughts. The imagery technique uses this to its advantage.
Make sure you’re somewhere quiet without too much noise or distraction. You’ll need a
few minutes to just spend quietly, in your mind.
Think of a place that’s calming for you. Some examples are the beach, hiking on a
mountain, relaxing at home with a friend, or playing with a pet.
Relaxation Techniques
© 2013 Therapist Aid LLC 2 Provided by TherapistAid.com
Paint a picture of the calming place in your mind. Don’t just think of the place briefly—
imagine every little detail. Go through each of your senses and imagine what you would
experience in your relaxing place. Here’s an example using a beach:
a. Sight: The sun is high in the sky and you’re surrounded by white sand. There’s no
one else around. The water is a greenish-blue and waves are calmly rolling in
from the ocean.
b. Sound: You can hear the deep pounding and splashing of the waves. There are
seagulls somewhere in the background.
c. Touch: The sun is warm on your back, but a breeze cools you down just enough.
You can feel sand moving between your toes.
d. Taste: You have a glass of lemonade that’s sweet, tart, and refreshing.
e. Smell: You can smell the fresh ocean air, full of salt and calming aromas.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
During the fight-or-flight response, the tension in our muscles increases. This can lead to a
feeling of stiffness, or even back and neck pain. Progressive muscle relaxation teaches us
to become more aware of this tension so we can better identify and address stress.
Find a private and quiet location. You should sit or lie down somewhere comfortable.
The idea of this technique is to intentionally tense each muscle, and then to release the
tension. Let’s practice with your feet.
a. Tense the muscles in your toes by curling them into your foot. Notice how it feels when
your foot is tense. Hold the tension for 5 seconds.
b. Release the tension from your toes. Let them relax. Notice how your toes feel differently
after you release the tension.
c. Tense the muscles all throughout your calf. Hold it for 5 seconds. Notice how the feeling
of tension in your leg feels.
d. Release the tension from your calf, and notice how the feeling of relaxation differs.
Follow this pattern of tensing and releasing tension all throughout your body. After you
finish with your feet and legs, move up through your torso, arms, hands, neck, and head.
Good Morning! I was surprised to have stepped outside for a walk this morning and was met by some snow flakes! Happy Spring. ;0)
I just wanted to update you on what is being discussed in the State.
The Michigan Department of Education issued a statement yesterday saying that we will have to make up any missed school time. This means finishing the school year could stretch into the summer. Later, we found out that statement was due to laws that are currently in place. Our Governor said she was “dismayed” to have read this. She followed up with a letter encouraging teachers/students/parents to make the school work count for credit, not just enrichment. The wheels are turning and we will probably have some more clarity in the upcoming weeks. Here is the response made by Governor Whitmer after the MDE statement was released:
LANSING, Mich. – The coronavirus outbreak has triggered cancellations, closures and drastic changes across the nation. That includes school closures.
Last week, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that all Michigan K-12 schools would be closed for at least three weeks to “protect our kids, our families, and our overall public health.”
On Friday, Michigan school officials said the online work students have been doing from home won’t count toward the curriculum. This lead to concern and confusion from some parents, leaving some wondering if their child would be held back or stopped from graduating.
READ: Online school work won’t count toward curriculum, state officials say
The Michigan Department of Education indicated Friday that — short of legislation action — the lessons and work will not count academically and the statutory 180 days of learning will remain intact. The missed days, due to school closures, will have to be made up.
On Friday night, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued the following statement regarding instructional time during school closure:
“Earlier today the Michigan Department of Education issued a memo regarding Instructional Time During School Closure. I know it caused a lot of confusion and panic among schools, teachers, students, and families. I wanted to provide some clarification from the perspective of the Governor’s Office.
The memo does not mean that school work done during the mandatory school closure won’t ‘count’ toward grades, credits, or graduation. Each district should determine what services and supports they are able to provide during this unprecedented crisis. Many are focusing on meeting basic needs and are working around the clock to provide breakfast and lunch for hungry students. Other districts have the ability to provide more learning support as a result of one-to-one technology initiatives. I am in awe of the work that school employees are doing to support their kids and I applaud their efforts.
As you know, the situation has changed rapidly over the course of the past ten days. We do not know what the future will hold, but we are absolutely committed to ensuring the needs of our students, parents, and families are met as we navigate these uncharted waters. I will be working in the coming days to ensure our seniors graduate and that no child is held back as a result of our ability to provide face-to-face instruction during the COVID-19 school closure.
To teachers, administrators, and support staff – I thank you for stepping up and helping your students and families.
To students and especially parents, hang in there. We will get through this.”
Hi Everyone!
I miss you guys. :0) <3
ENRICHMENT EXERCISE ONLY.
Note: I will add a link over the weekend. I know you are also independent and capable of easily finding items on google so: https://www.lib.umd.edu/civilwarwomen/primary-source-evidence/diaries
Hello!
There is a new assignment. Create a journal entry 3x per week. They are summative participation points. Please keep these journals and DATE them.
Read the directions and have fun with it.
I miss you! Stay safe.
Hello!
Thank you to all the students who have checked in so far.
TODAY: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM will be chrome book pickup at DHS. There is only one allowed per family because we do not have enough for everyone.
We are a Wld History family so I am asking for your help. If you can text and remind your friends to get into contact with me please. We need them to get into contact with me by joining Remind, Google Classroom, or email.
This is the first of your daily agendas.
I will also download as much of the previous chapter work in case your binder is at school.
