GH Students’ Views On Becoming Life Long Learners By Geri Teal

General Herkimer has a given statement and

one of our goals is to “become life long

learners.” I decided to ask around school

to find out how others felt about this portion

of OUR SCHOOL’S vision.

I asked Alexis Robidoux and she said, “Focusing on your given task

and never be unprepared.” She also said “Listen to your teachers.’’

I also asked Gio Rivera, and he said “Never give up on a topic that

you struggle with.” Next I asked Shei Knoor Salim. He said, “Pay

attention and do assigned essays.”

Another person I asked was my sister, Trinity. She said “Study

hard and pay attention.’’ After asking her I asked a girl named

Ky’ara O’neal, who said “Work on things you have trouble with.”

Ameen Alfarhood said, “Help others in need.” Sofia Awan said,

“Practice and become respectful and responsible.’’

Eldin Odo Basic said “Study as hard as you can and listen so you

understand. He added, Ask questions if needed.’’

Selmin Muvinuvick said, Be sure to stay on your own pace and

make a good impression on your class.’’

Mia Quintero said “Read many books and practice to do better on

any subject.’’

GH’s goal to “become life long learners’’ has inspired many people.

I learned a lot from all the people I interviewed. I am sure these

students speak for many of you in our building. I really enjoyed

working on this article.

General Herkimer School

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February 27, 2018

Andrew Karas has

lots to show you on

page 2 of this issue!

Issue 4

AUTISM AWARENESS

BEGINS AT GH FOR

MARCH & APRIL!

Buy tickets to win the 4

foot dinosaur wearing an

autism scarf. Tickets costs

$1.00 each and benefit

Autism Awareness & The

Kelberman Center.

Thanks to everyone at GH for raising $550 for Stevens-Swan Humane

Society. Our whole Utica School District raised and donated $3800.

Our next fundraiser is for Autism Awareness. GH is always helping

in our community.

Our Awards Assembly took place on

Friday, January 26th. The 3rd grade

students performed “Lend a Helping

Hand.” It was a great reminder to

all students how

important cooperation is. The

third graders did a great job and I

could tell the students put a lot of

time into practicing.

Congratulations to all the PBIS

award winning students.

Remember GH students to

always try your best! Also, if your

parents have not signed up for class

DOJO yet, remind them so they know

what is happening at GH.

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Again on February 26th PBIS

awards were given out.

Congratulations to all February

award winners. Great

performance on “caring” by

Grade 2. Way to go!!

Lady Liberty : REVIEW BY TIARA TEAL

The biography lady liberty was amazing! This book was written by Doreen Rapport

and was illustrated by Matt Tavares. It was fantastic. In 1875, Auguste Barthold had

an idea to create the Statue of Liberty. Later that year, he found a spot for her to be

put. He then started to build. When he is done, Lady Liberty was 111 feet and 1 inch

tall! Plus the base, she would then be 151 feet and 1 inch. October 28, 1886 was when

the Americans and the French celebrated the construction of Lady Liberty. Auguste

Borthold named her after the ancient goddess, Libertas. Chains at the bottom of the

statue symbolize the freedom of slavery.

To know more, read…LADY LIBERTY: A BIOGRAPHY All fifth grade teachers have it in their

Wonders Class Library.

Literature Corner

Pennies for Pets a Success! By Dianndrea Frazier

January PBIS

ASSEMBLY By

Rashondan

Burks

Look for Mrs. Karas to purchase raffle tickets or items to benefit the

Kelberman Center which helps children with autism. Mrs. Karas spent her

winter break making her delicious puzzle pops which we enjoy every year.

Mrs. Karas thanks everyone for their support!

Items go on sale this Thursday, March 1st. Also, Andrew and Mr. Karas

come to GH for our popcorn sale on March 9th to help raise money for

autism. Read my article next month all about the Kelberman Center and how

it helps children with autism. Thank you—Dianndra Frazier