The Weekly What: Friday, August the 30th, 2019

September 3rd, 2019

The Weekly What:
Friday, August the 30th, 2019

Upcoming Learning Opportunities

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Getting to Know Our Advisories:
Jeff, 9th grade Humanities

Meet Jeff’s advisory. He has 13 ninth grade students. Jeff loves being an advisor because it gives him an opportunity to connect with his students by discussing important topics outside of the academic classroom. Here’s what his advisees had to say:

“Our advisory is awesome. We get a voice in what happens, we get to discuss what we enjoy, and what we like and want for the future of the school.” – Valentina

“I just wish we had even more time for advisory!” – Carl

“My favorite part is the one on one time. It’s a valuable way to interact with your peers and advisor.” – Dyan

“Advisory is the calmest time of the day. Jeff is very accomodating and works with my introverted personality.” – Austin

What We’re Reading

Our tenth graders are currently analyzing “The Hero’s Journey” archetype by Joseph Campbell. This specific archetype is used as a tool to identify the hero’s in various literary pieces. Kids were also asked to make a physical representation of their own journey and how they are, or can be, the hero’s in their own causes for justice and peace. 

HARMONY HIGHLIGHT:

Destiny, 9th grade

What is something you do well?

I dance well! Especially African dance.

What is something you have learned in the past week?

In math class with Dina I have learned to finally understand positive and negative numbers.

What is a misconception people have about you?

People often guess my age wrong.

What is the biggest dream you have for yourself that you do not often say aloud?

I want to become a famous singer and dancer.

Who has had a positive influence on your life so far and why?

My mom, she is a construction worker and tries to make an impact on the world through her work.

What would you do differently if you knew nobody would judge you? 

I need to think about that one more…

What do you like about New Harmony?

I like that you can be yourself and you don’t have to worry about anyone judging you.

Happy weekend!

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