Last Day of School

I was out early this morning, strolling the yard--something I plan to do a lot of in the coming weeks--and caught the aroma of gardenia.  It was an instant reminder of my mom . . .

DAY 20 - Meaning

Our world looks different from a distant perspective, doesn't it?  It's always important to consider "the big picture".  This project has added immensely to my perspective, has added a bit of a creative focus to each day, and there hasn't been a project with Photo students that has been more rewarding!  I LOVE getting a glimpse into each person's world as you make meaning and seeing you all as grateful people . . . As this school year ends, I hope that you will continue to find value in your experiences, your learning, and in the world, near and far.

DAY 19 - Solar Technology

Adds delight to the night :-)

DAY 18 - Perspective

I am fascinated with the way minds work . . . and (mostly) grateful for my outlook on life!  I am glad that I see things the way I do (and that I'm willing to go looking for another way), and that I feel appreciative.  Sometimes I wonder what perspective is and where it comes from: born with it, learned it, brain chemistry or something else . . . in the meantime, I'll just keep using it :-)

Week 4 - FINAL REFLECTION - Due Fri., May 31 *No exceptions!*

Students,

Here are your instructions for your final reflection.  Be sure to read them carefully and completely!

Write about ALL of the following:

1. Brain research shows that being grateful builds creativity.  In the 20:One Grateful project did you find that to be true?  What is your evidence?  Be specific!  (Write about your experience and cite specific examples in your photos, thinking, and/or approach to taking photographs.)

2. What was the most difficult part of this project?  What was the most valuable?  Would you recommend this project to other students?  Regardless of how you respond, provide EVIDENCE for each response (describe why or how).

3. If you were to design a similar 20-day photo project, instead of a project on being grateful, what would the theme be and why?

Grading:

*There are five questions that require a response.  Each response requires ‘why’ or ‘how’ as evidence.

Art 100 – All responses, with depth of thought and quality examples evident

WOW! – All responses with evidence

Accomplished – All responses with some evidence

Emerging – Responses with some evidence

Novice – Responses

DAY 17 - Beautiful Light

and quiet

DAY 16 - Waking Up Early

To a spring rain!

DAY 15 - Talented Students

I LOVE my students' amazing and unique perspectives!

DAY 14 - Helpful Students

Behind-the-scenes!

DAY 13 - Lazy Days Inside . . .

. . . when the wind is blowing pollen!

DAY 12 - Small Surprises!

The unexpected can be such a treasure . . . especially when it makes me laugh!  hee hee

DAY 11 - Done!

Ready to take student art to the fair!  It's such a huge job, but always rewarding . . .

DAY 10 - Early Morning Perspective

After a rain

DAY 9 - Grateful for Stolen Moments

Especially when there aren't enough!

DAY 8 - Rewards

from concentration and practice . . .

DAY 7 - Kids at Play



Joyful!

*Your First Reflection is due!

Your first reflection about your project is due Friday, May 10.
For more information, go to the 'Notes to Students' tab (above, next to 'Home').

DAY 6 - For the Little Things

Ahhh, feeling whole again, now that the LCD projector bulb has been replaced!  Thank you!!

DAY 5 - Creative!

I'm like a kid on Christmas morning when I get to see what my students come up with!

DAY 4 - I Can't Resist One More . . .

Especially when it's Love in a Mist!  There is exuberance and renewal hidden in my garden; isn't it wonderful that beautiful color grows so easily?

DAY 3 - Poppies in the Garden

 

   A spring rain and memories of childhood play

DAY 2 - Being a 'Regular'

    It is a not-so-small delight to be 'known' . . .

DAY 1 - First Thing in the Morning

    HOPEFUL, POSITIVE, and CURIOUS . . .

Help Me!

I think this font is a little hard to read . . . scroll to the bottom and look at my first post.  What do you think?  Should I change my template and set the font to Arial?

Getting Started!

Students, your first 'official' post of your photo and caption is due on Friday!  (I'm so excited!)  Please be sure to title your post DAY 1.  You may ADD to the title, if you wish.  For example: DAY 1 - It's a Beautiful Day!  Title each photo post for the day it represents; you will have 20. REMEMBER to proofread each post for correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar!