Siddhartha Activity in Honors English 400
Mr. Stracco's English Honors 400 Class participated in a text-based analysis of Chapter Six of Siddhartha by Herman Hesse. Using quotes, students argued the themes of materialism and spirituality and applied them to Siddhartha's inner conflict. After the debate, students participated in a Quiz, Quiz, Trade activity where they reviewed major concepts as well as weekly vocabulary. … [Read more...] about Siddhartha Activity in Honors English 400
Digital Media Collaboration Between Pierrepont School and RHS Students
Students enrolled in Pierrepont School's Digital Arts classes in grades 4 and 6 have been collaborating with the RHS students enrolled in TV Production. Throughout the school year, the students will be sharing their work on Google Meet with their counterparts across town. In October, the RHS TV 2 students worked with the Pierrepont Grade 4 students on Stop Motion videos while the RHS TV 3 students worked with the Pierrepont Grade 6 students on Infomercials. Throughout their time together, students were able to critique and analyze each other's works and share their ideas with each other. This … [Read more...] about Digital Media Collaboration Between Pierrepont School and RHS Students
Three Dimensional Design in Action at Union Middle School
Students in Ms. Calvello's Three Dimensional Design at UMS just learned how to make pinch pots. To solidify the concept and connect it to something fun, the students are now working hard on turning their pots into Jack-O-Lanterns! … [Read more...] about Three Dimensional Design in Action at Union Middle School
Unique Project in Honors English Class – Book Bento Boxes
Mr. Stracco's Honors 400 English Classes finished their study of Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom by creating Book Bento Boxes. A Book Bento Box is a visual analysis of arranging objects - physical or digital - that are arranged and relate to a novel's themes, plot, or setting. Each student presented to a team of peers who provided feedback and additional discussion. … [Read more...] about Unique Project in Honors English Class – Book Bento Boxes