encouraging students to become competent 21st Century learners
First I would love to give a huge THANK YOU to my library sub Ms. DiPietro. She did an amazing job taking control of the library while I was out on maternity leave. Which of course brings me to her wonderful idea of the Falcon Fall Reading Contest! Not only was the contest fun for... Continue Reading →
Thanksgiving FeastDo you know the real story behind Thanksgiving? Is it just about remembering the Pilgrims and Indians? Are we supposed to give thanks for what we have while remembering those who have less? Do we pray to God and reflect on our year? What about stuffing your face with Turkey, while watching football and... Continue Reading →
If you can read and write, then you can WIN PRIZES!There's only ELEVEN more days until the Falcon Fall Reading Contest 2012 officially ends. How many raffle tickets have you earned? Already, over 20 students have earned mini-prizes...will you be next? The GRAND PRIZE drawings for all grade groups will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 20,... Continue Reading →
Looking for something to read for the Falcon Fall Reading Contest 2012 that will benefit the whole person, rather than just one part? Take a look at the following titles we have here at the St. Philip's Library. 1. Saints and Angels by Claire Llewellyn A collection of brief profiles and pictures of nearly... Continue Reading →
Thank you, Lord, for the Saints and for the opportunity to become Saints ourselves! St. Philip the Apostle, pray for us! "The church in this great festival honours all the saints reigning together in glory; first, to give thanks to God for the graces and crowns of all his elect: secondly, to excite ourselves to... Continue Reading →
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