Well, we are down to only a few days left for 8th grade! This has been a great year, and it has really gone quickly! We have lived through the challenges of a global pandemic, and thankfully, we seem to be coming out on the other side of it.
In a ten short months, I have had the opportunity to watch you grow as students. I’ve seen all you of grow physically and academically, and I’ve seen many of you grow emotionally and spiritually, as well. I am so proud of you, as a class and as individuals.
I know that you’ve learned a lot this year. You’ve learned things about American history and mathematics. Some of you have learned Spanish or leadership skills. As my students, you’ve learned some great themes in wonderful literature, IXL and vocabulary.
But, I would bet many of you have learned great “lessons” that you will carry with you for the rest of your life. I still remember some valuable lessons that I learned from my 8th grade teachers like Mrs. Switzer, Mrs. Piper and Mr. Hagewood. These people remain influences in my life even today. My precious 8th grade Social Studies teacher, Mrs. Wanda Boyce passed away a week or so ago. I had so enjoyed getting reacquainted with her on Facebook because she was such a special part of my middle school years.
So, for your final blog responses for this year, what are your greatest lessons learned in 8th grade? What have you learned from living through the era of Covid-19? What teachers have been examples for you to follow in life? How will you take these lessons and examples with you going forward into high school? How will these lessons improve your life and your Christian walk with the Lord?
Answer in THREE (3) complete sentences for THREE (3) extra credit points. This blog will close at midnight on Friday, 5/14/21.
Finally, I love you all, and it has been my honor to be your English teacher this year. Have a wonderful summer break. Please, come back to see me next year, and WRITE ON!
Mrs. S.
