After much discussion on how and why some books are
banned, Mrs. Conley's A.P. Language and Composition class recently created
"Banned Book Week" posters and placed them around the school to
educate their fellow school mates on the fact that many of their "favorite"
books have, at one time or another, been placed on a banned book list.
Students were encouraged to engage their fellow schoolmates in discussion about
the harmful effects of banning a book from a public library, school library, or
any public place where citizens are allowed to borrow and read books.
The Social Studies department is celebrating “Patriotic Week” September 11th through September 17th.
Mr. Bonning will be reading statements during
the daily announcements from the Daughters of the American Revolution
concerning “First Principles.”
On the September 16th during 5th period all
teachers will receive a word-search puzzle with the Preamble to the
Constitution as its topic. This will
give the students an opportunity to remember and practice reciting the Preamble.
In social studies classes on the 17th lessons
will be taught that bear on the Constitution.
In all other classes, teachers will be encouraged to teach something
related to the Constitution.
Now, for the FUN AND GAMES.....
On the 17th, before classes begin, the social
studies teachers will provide a doughnut prize to students who can
recite the Preamble from memory! During
the day on the 17th at the end of each class period a Constitution
Quiz item will be read and the first 5 students who make it to the office with
the correct answer will be awarded a candy prize!
What makes Key Club so successful is the fact that it is a student-led organization that teaches
leadership through serving others. Members of the Kiwanis International family, Key Club members build themselves as they build their schools and communities.
At Big Rapids High School, Key Club has a long tradition of
community service. One of the most
important and most enjoyable activities the club participates in is Relay for
Life – a 24 hour fund raising event for the American Cancer Society.
Relay for Life is…
overnight community fundraising walk
of people camp out around a track
of each team take turns walking around the track
games and activities provide entertainment and build camaraderie
environment for the entire community. This year the Big Rapids High School Key Club hopes to raise
$1000 to help fight cancer. How can you
help? Make a donation through any Club
member. You can even do this on line.
You can also come out and enjoy the event. Teams sponsor booths to raise money for the
American Cancer Society and there are a number of fun events and entertainment
scheduled throughout the day. This
year’s Relay will be held at the Big Rapids High School football field and
track Saturday, September 20 to Sunday, September 21. The Relay officially begins at 9 a.m. Come out and join us for the fun and help us
fight cancer together.