The students were charged with the task of writing a letter to President Barack Obama regarding what they wish they could tell/ask him given the opportunity. The students had to proofread each other's writing for conventional mistakes as well as make sure their partner responded appropriately to the prompt. They they had no idea their work would be passed on to President Obama. However, when I returned, I showed the pictures that I took during my lesson to explain the importance of always doing one's best work because one never knows where it will land. Recently, I had a serious discussion with both classes after taking a mock test. I specifically explained two constructed response prompts and discussed testing language. ALL of my students are fully capable of ROCKING those questions yet I had some students finish in 20 minutes although given an hour and submit work that is far from their best! It is my hope that after viewing pictures and learning that President Barack Obama will receive their letters, the lesson will be learned and the thought will forever be etched in their minds to ALWAYS give their best effort! Our class motto is We CAN! We WILL! Success is the ONLY option!! I am serious about that and work hard to make sure it comes to fruition.
The students also learned a lot about our system of government as well as obtained a personal view of how The President of the United States travels. Real life experience is always a bonus in the classroom!
Unfortunately, they had to be mailed due to security issues. However, I was assured he will read them and respond. Feel free to read the submitted letters below.
The students also learned a lot about our system of government as well as obtained a personal view of how The President of the United States travels. Real life experience is always a bonus in the classroom!
Unfortunately, they had to be mailed due to security issues. However, I was assured he will read them and respond. Feel free to read the submitted letters below.