We had a beautiful last class of food, sharing, and accomplishments. It was not the same without Elsa, Teresa, and Maria though. We discussed that each member brings something different to our community, and we definitely can feel you missing when you're not there.
Here is a recap of the awards:
Best Attendance (60 hours):
Victor DeSantiago, Jesus Gonzalez, Juanita Griffin
Most Improved Reading: Melissa Maldonado
Most Improved Math: Victor DeSantiago
Most Improved Writing: Juanita Griffin
Participation Award: Orlette Gabbidon
Thank you for being a positive community for us all to grow and learn from. I'm so proud to be your teacher.
Congratulations to all for completing the cycle and improving. You are on your way to getting your GED one day.
Enjoy the holidays, and stay warm as we move into the new year.
I hope to see you all at the registration on Monday, January 10th at 5pm (don't forget your slips).
The next cycle will begin on Wednesday, January 19th at 5pm as usual.
Karen
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Monday, December 6, 2010
to all my classmate
As you made know i was sick last week and i'm still sick now but today i will do my best to stay in class. This winter weather really get me sick but i'm not gonna give up i'm gonna fight it to the end. Thank you class you all are wonderful and i hope that someone can help me better focus..
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
The Treasure I Seek
The Treasure I Seek
Can’t be found in the largest pyramid,
Nor the deep end of the Sahara desert
or the dark end of the forest.
My treasure can be found on 15th street.
His name is Justin Jr., My grandson.
His pretty blond hair that glows
in the sun light, like the sun hitting the ocean.
His eyes that sparkle like marbles when he smiles at me, you can see his pretty white teeth.
He is truly my treasure, my hero, my superstar.
He is the one who make me feel like a kid again,
filling my life with happiness and joy.
I especially love the way he greets me at the door smiling ear to ear, with an high pitched “Hi!” following after.
The time we spend together means the world to me.
We always seem to have fun even
on the rainy, gloomy days.
I love to take him to the park and
see him grow right before my eyes enjoying the swings and sliding on the slide.
Seeing how everything is new to him makes me want to show him every beautiful thing that the world will soon offer him.
One of my favorite memories with Justin and me,
was just this summer, me and him at the beach
making sand castle,
even if he thought throwing sand was help. The way his toes had sand on them.
They felt like corn meal and smell like ocean air.
He was happy and so was I.
As he get older its sometimes feel crazy to see what
he learns even if it was not taught to him.
For example he loves football but I’m not to sure
how at 15 months he gets it,
he loves to yell touch down with his little arms above his head.
He amazes me everyday.
I truly treasure our cartoon time together.
I love to see him dance at “YO GABBA GABBA”
and sing along with “DORA AND DIEGO” as he learn a lesson with them.
I love my grandson a lot he means
everything to me, helping and reminding me about
the important thing in life.
He has changed the meaning of “baby sitting” and turned it into a joy.
Justin Jr., my amazing grandson is my
true treasure.
Can’t be found in the largest pyramid,
Nor the deep end of the Sahara desert
or the dark end of the forest.
My treasure can be found on 15th street.
His name is Justin Jr., My grandson.
His pretty blond hair that glows
in the sun light, like the sun hitting the ocean.
His eyes that sparkle like marbles when he smiles at me, you can see his pretty white teeth.
He is truly my treasure, my hero, my superstar.
He is the one who make me feel like a kid again,
filling my life with happiness and joy.
I especially love the way he greets me at the door smiling ear to ear, with an high pitched “Hi!” following after.
The time we spend together means the world to me.
We always seem to have fun even
on the rainy, gloomy days.
I love to take him to the park and
see him grow right before my eyes enjoying the swings and sliding on the slide.
Seeing how everything is new to him makes me want to show him every beautiful thing that the world will soon offer him.
One of my favorite memories with Justin and me,
was just this summer, me and him at the beach
making sand castle,
even if he thought throwing sand was help. The way his toes had sand on them.
They felt like corn meal and smell like ocean air.
He was happy and so was I.
As he get older its sometimes feel crazy to see what
he learns even if it was not taught to him.
For example he loves football but I’m not to sure
how at 15 months he gets it,
he loves to yell touch down with his little arms above his head.
He amazes me everyday.
I truly treasure our cartoon time together.
I love to see him dance at “YO GABBA GABBA”
and sing along with “DORA AND DIEGO” as he learn a lesson with them.
I love my grandson a lot he means
everything to me, helping and reminding me about
the important thing in life.
He has changed the meaning of “baby sitting” and turned it into a joy.
Justin Jr., my amazing grandson is my
true treasure.
Upcoming Testing Dates
Hello, everyone!
It is surprising, but there are only 2 more weeks left of classes for the Winter Cycle. Just a reminder, we will be taking the Reading TABE this Monday, December 6th, and the Math TABE next Wednesday, December 8th.
Have a good weekend, everyone!
Karen
It is surprising, but there are only 2 more weeks left of classes for the Winter Cycle. Just a reminder, we will be taking the Reading TABE this Monday, December 6th, and the Math TABE next Wednesday, December 8th.
Have a good weekend, everyone!
Karen
TO POPS
I remember a distinguished,
salt & pepper hair man, who was
cool
calm
and collected
His heart, big as the third rock.
With him he brings
value
ethics
and wisdom
I remember he was my
friend
confidant
and mentor
I have memories of him coming
home exhausted & reeking of work
inadditiion still had time to converse
Me
his son
his friend
his protege, will always remember
and cherish the fond memories until
we meet again.
salt & pepper hair man, who was
cool
calm
and collected
His heart, big as the third rock.
With him he brings
value
ethics
and wisdom
I remember he was my
friend
confidant
and mentor
I have memories of him coming
home exhausted & reeking of work
inadditiion still had time to converse
Me
his son
his friend
his protege, will always remember
and cherish the fond memories until
we meet again.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
About the Literacy Review
Hi all,
Please see below for more information and a website to learn more about the Literacy Review. I really encourage all of you to submit your writing for the book. There is such spirit, passion, and heart in your writing that should be shared with the world.
I will try to put the photos from our pizza party this weekend.
Happy Thanksgiving, and see you next Monday. Reminder that the Literacy Review submissions are due on Wed., December 1st to ME. Computer savvy students can email them directly to me at karenbhanna@gmail.com.
THANK YOU!
Karen
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Dear Friends of THE LITERACY REVIEW,
A gentle reminder: Submissions for THE LITERACY REVIEW, Volume 9
are due by MONDAY, DECEMBER 6th--two weeks from yesterday.
And again, tf you haven't read THE LITERACY REVIEW, Volume 8, we
recommend that you take a look at http://www.nyu.edu/gallatin/writing.
You might also enjoy viewing the video of the celebration readings and
listening to the podcasts of the complete readings, at the same site.
Again this year, our six wonderful Gallatin undergraduate editors will be
assisted in their selections by an editorial board of 20+ Gallatin students.
Thank you for all your hard work and high hopes, and happy Thanksgiving!
Best wishes,
EDITOR IN CHIEF Emily He
EDITORS Stephen Brown, Ryan Casey, Becca Cloyd,
Paolina Lu, and Elizabeth Mitaro
PHOTOGRAPHERS Amanda Knudsen and Aaron Berman
DESIGNER Courtney Hopkins
VISUAL AND EDITORIAL CONSULTANTS Molly Kleiman
and Evan Commander
ADVISOR June Foley, Writing Program Director
The Gallatin School, New York University
Please see below for more information and a website to learn more about the Literacy Review. I really encourage all of you to submit your writing for the book. There is such spirit, passion, and heart in your writing that should be shared with the world.
I will try to put the photos from our pizza party this weekend.
Happy Thanksgiving, and see you next Monday. Reminder that the Literacy Review submissions are due on Wed., December 1st to ME. Computer savvy students can email them directly to me at karenbhanna@gmail.com.
THANK YOU!
Karen
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Dear Friends of THE LITERACY REVIEW,
A gentle reminder: Submissions for THE LITERACY REVIEW, Volume 9
are due by MONDAY, DECEMBER 6th--two weeks from yesterday.
And again, tf you haven't read THE LITERACY REVIEW, Volume 8, we
recommend that you take a look at http://www.nyu.edu/gallatin/writing.
You might also enjoy viewing the video of the celebration readings and
listening to the podcasts of the complete readings, at the same site.
Again this year, our six wonderful Gallatin undergraduate editors will be
assisted in their selections by an editorial board of 20+ Gallatin students.
Thank you for all your hard work and high hopes, and happy Thanksgiving!
Best wishes,
EDITOR IN CHIEF Emily He
EDITORS Stephen Brown, Ryan Casey, Becca Cloyd,
Paolina Lu, and Elizabeth Mitaro
PHOTOGRAPHERS Amanda Knudsen and Aaron Berman
DESIGNER Courtney Hopkins
VISUAL AND EDITORIAL CONSULTANTS Molly Kleiman
and Evan Commander
ADVISOR June Foley, Writing Program Director
The Gallatin School, New York University
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