Welcome, GCS Class of 2025. I know that sounds strange to you, and you think that 2025 is a LONG time from now, but you will be shocked at how quickly that time will pass.
As we begin a new school year, I want to introduce you to blogging. The word "blog" can be used as a noun or a verb.
It is defined as:
noun
noun: blog; plural noun: blogs
- 1.a regularly updated website or web page, typically one run by an individual or small group, that is written in an informal or conversational style.
verb
verb: blog; 3rd person present: blogs; past tense: blogged; past participle: blogged; gerund or present participle: blogging
1. add new material to or regularly update a blog.
Over the course of this year, you will have the opportunity to respond to a variety of blog posts for extra credit. Each nine weeks, I will post an average of two blogs. Your responses must follow the requirements posted, and you will be able to gain three to five extra credit points for your posts. These points are weighted as "test points," so they are actually worth 9 - 15 points in your cumulative points. There is also a deadline by which your responses must be posted! This is a more relaxed, conversational writing, so no worries!
My main objective is for you to WRITE ON! This is easy for some of you, and for others, not so much. But we will all grow and learn together. So . . . here goes!
As we begin 8th grade, are you ready? What excites you about this upcoming year? What scares you? Are you involved in extracurricular activities? If so, what? In FIVE COMPLETE sentences, please tell me your vision for this year. Tell me about you and your goals for the year.
You will receive FIVE extra credit points for your completed response. This blog will close on Friday, August 21st at midnight.
I'm excited about this year and getting to know you better! Write on!
