if the maze's walls always changed during the night and were home to
nightmarish ... This is the situation that Thomas is stuck in in The Maze Runner by
James.
Kim’s Newsletter February 2013 *Are you a U.S. Citizen? *Are you 18 years old or will you be 18 on or before November 5 t ? *Do you care about what the future holds? If you answered yes to these questions, are you registered to vote? If not, please contact me and I will see that you get registered to vote.
Kim’s “NOT” Lecture Self-esteem is about how much we feel valued, loved, accepted and thought of by others, and how much we value, love and accept ourselves. How we feel about ourselves can influence how we live our lives. People who feel that they are likable have better relationships. People who believe they can accomplish goals and solve problems are more likely to do well in school. Many people (not only teenagers) have problems with selfesteem. Ask yourself the following questions and answer true or false. (Rosenberg, 1965) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
I feel that I have a number of good qualities. I feel I do not have much to be proud of At times I feel I am no good at all I feel I am a person of worth, at least on an equal basis with others All in all, I feel that I am a failure On the whole, I am satisfied with myself.
Those who answer “true ” to 1,4 and 6 would be considered to have a higher selfesteem. Those who answer “true” to 2,3 and 5 would be considered to have lower self-esteem. Steps to Improving Self-Esteem:Each day write three positive things about yourself. Try to stop thinking negative thoughts about yourself. View mistakes as learning opportunities. Aim for accomplishments rather than perfection. Set goals.
BOOK REVIEW
Book Review
What would you do if you woke up and knew nothing about yourself except your first name? What would you do if you woke up with 30 people looking at you? What would you do if you were trapped in a box and the only way you could get to freedom was to figure out the path through a maze? And what would you do if the maze's walls always changed during the night and were home to nightmarish creatures where one bite would send you into a coma for weeks? This is the situation that Thomas is stuck in in The Maze Runner by James Dashner. When I finished reading, I realized it had exceeded all fantasy books I ever read. The ideas are far more original; it is suspenseful, and although its theme may seem overused, the book uses it differently than most. Unlike other fantasy books about magic and wizards and fairies, The Maze Runner contains a very interesting and original story line. As I read, no matter what page or chapter I was on, the story found a way to grab my attention. Just when you think everything is calming down – BAM! – a twist will leave you smiling.By: Perrynomalactivity- San Gabriel, CA
FEBRUARY CALENDAR Sun Mon Tues
Learn to Waltz. Free dance classes at the Athens Public Library. Dance Finale will be at the Annual Civil War Ball Fundraiser on March 23. “Life is what happens while you’re making other plans.” John Lennon
3 Super Bowl Ravens V. 49ers
4 Rosa Parks BDay
5 Call Kim to schedule workshops
Shane S B-Day
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Vietnam War Ended 1973 Born 2004 James B B-Day
17 Chinese New YearYear of the Snake
Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday 12
19 1st prize President’s inserted Day into Cracker Jack Box 1913 18
Some Great Websites Cheap prescription eyeglasses and sunglassesZennioptical.com Teen Health Teenshealth.org/teen/
February WorkshopsKim Hobbs The Work Station 70 N Plains Rd. The Plains, OH 45780 (740) 797-1405-work (740) 541-0284-cell
[email protected]
24 Clean Your Room WITHOUT being told day!
25 Full Moon
26 Regina B-Day Scott D B-Day
Wed
Thurs
6 1996100 billionth Crayola Crayon Produced 13
7 Make Your Family Dinner Day! 14
CPR/First Aid 5:00 The Work Station 20 First 21 Public School established 1635
Bully Movie WorkStation 5 p.m.
Rihanna B-Day 27
OU V. Akron Basketbal7 pm Convo
Fri Sat 1 WEAR 2 Ground RED Heart Hog Month Day
2010 US Space Shuttle Endeavor Launches
9 Book Sale
15 TGIFI can’t find anything for this day!
16 OU V. Kent State Basketball 7 p.m. Convo
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Athens Library 9am .30books
22 Talk with 23Free Ice your guidance counselor about ACT/SAT deadlines. They are fast approaching
Skating Bird Arena 4pm
28Learn to Dance Athens Library 7 pm (see side note)
Jessica C B-Day
2/13 -CPR/First Aid 2/21 -The Bully Movie (PG-13)- BULLY is a film to show how we've all been affected by bullying, whether we've been victims, perpetrators or stood silent witness. I HIGHLY recommend both students and parents attend this workshop. Please look up this movie online to see the trailer or read reviews.
Many students have not achieved their goal for this year nor have they attended a workshop. These are requirements to remain in this
program. If you have not met with me for your goal assessment and/or attended a workshop, you must contact me in order to stay in the WIA program! Kim
