Posted in Uncategorized on May 29th, 2009 No Comments »
As I read through the blog posts you’ve written this trimester, I found myself alternately laughing out loud, smiling in agreement, moved near tears, and, yes, at times, frowning in dismay. However, a few posts stood out as being especially well written, interesting, moments when fresh voices came through, grabbed my attention, and kept [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on May 28th, 2009 1 Comment »
Voting is now open for your favorite student films… Click Here to Vote
Make your voice heard, and remember, voting closes next Wednesday at 3:45 pm!
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Posted in Uncategorized on May 27th, 2009 No Comments »
Two student films have been named finalists to be honored next week during the Springfield School District’s 2nd Annual Film Festival.
Congratulations to all of the students who entered the competition this year, in all there were over 80 entries, making it very impressive that two of your films were among the four finalists in the [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on May 20th, 2009 No Comments »
ColtCast, the collection of book trailer podcasts created by students in Lit 10 Honors this year, has been entered in the Springfield School District’s 2nd Annual K-12 Podcasting Competition. Highlighting the project will be the exceptional podcasts created by three students whose work is shared below.
Holly, The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien
James, [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on May 18th, 2009 No Comments »
Yes, that’s right, the CollegeNET website based in Portland, Oregon, has provided thousands of dollars in scholarships to deserving students. What’s the catch? Blogging. That’s right, simply post blog entries on engaging topics, the student who receives the most votes from CollegeNET members each week wins scholarship money. Nothing to turn [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on May 11th, 2009 1 Comment »
First of all, I’d like to thank each and every student who entered this year’s Edublogger’s Student Competition. There was no shortage of impressive, thoughtful work in response to the competition prompts.
Makaya’s impressive work which earned top honors reminds us to look around and notice those around us who too often remain nameless. [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on May 7th, 2009 No Comments »
Are you interested in a significant extra credit opportunity? Do you know someone who has an interesting slice of life story that you’d like to share? StoryCorps Mobile Tour is currently in Eugene, and I’d encourage you to read more details below, and, if you’re interested, make a call to set up an appointment [...]
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