Let's start with the 10 Commandments, shall we.
We have learned a lot about the commandments and have had GREAT discussions in class about why the Lord would give us specific laws to follow and how we can be blessed by Him as we keep these commandments in our lives each day, even though it isn't always easy to do that.
So, something we have done to help us remember the order of the commandments as given by the Lord is an activity called "The 10 Commandments: at your fingertips." Check it out....
Now, let's move onto our topic of Punk'd. It actually has nothing to do with learning the 10 Commandments, but it happened as we were learning about the Commandments, so I figured I'd throw it in with this post to give you a glimpse into our class.
So, what exactly is Punk'd you ask? Well, words alone don't do justice to this unique event that occurs every so often in our class, so let me add some pictures and music to help paint a clear visual of what it means to be Punk'd: Seminary Style!
I LOVE teaching these... PUNKS!!!
P.S. Check out these other updates to our class blog: Our "In the Spotlight" page featuring the one and only Jelly Belly BenT and our class "Filing Cabinet" with announcements and other updates
December 5, 2011
November 21, 2011
Whew! Back on Track!
Wahoo! Our blog is back on track!!!!
I had some technical difficulties with the blog, so between that and a lack of time to work on it, the regular weekly post hasn't happened for several weeks.
But... have no fear! We're back to share what is happening in our early morning seminary class filled with amazing high school students who get up before the sun does so that they can come and study the Old Testament. Did I mention these students are a-maz-ing?!?
Let me show you highlights of their a-maz-ing-ness with a few visual treats of some of the experiences we have had in class as we have studied Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph (who faced his trials with incredible strength), Moses and the Israelites, and so much more! You'll see that no matter what we study, in our class there is always....
But... have no fear! We're back to share what is happening in our early morning seminary class filled with amazing high school students who get up before the sun does so that they can come and study the Old Testament. Did I mention these students are a-maz-ing?!?
Let me show you highlights of their a-maz-ing-ness with a few visual treats of some of the experiences we have had in class as we have studied Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph (who faced his trials with incredible strength), Moses and the Israelites, and so much more! You'll see that no matter what we study, in our class there is always....
A-Lotta Learning Going On!
Things We Learn From Reading Exodus
Along with all of the learning that takes place in class, we also take time to celebrate each other with Birthday Bash days that are filled with fun, laughs, candy, and mad dancing skillz....
You can find even more great stuff in our class Filing Cabinet.
Check out these updates in The Filing Cabinet: Photo Gallery (several new albums AND updates in the Random Pictures have been added), Videos, Important Class Information (updates for Term 2 added), We Love Breakfast (December days added), Announcements and more.
Thanks for visiting our blog! Now that we're back on track, come back and visit again soon!
October 8, 2011
What a Week!
Whew! This was a whirlwind of a week filled with great things!
First of all, some quick class business. Term 1 ends October 31, and the deadline for all makeup work is October 28. Please check the updated Student Accountability Card for specific details on exactly what students do to earn their grade for the term.
Now, on to the great things from this week!
Highlight # 1 = An I RED Celebration!
(I RED = our "I Read Every Day" program)
Root beer floats are a great part of breakfast - especially to celebrate the successful progress students have made in their independent daily reading of the scriptures.
Students with 10 - 19 days of independent scripture reading in September included Poolside, Madsters, Dandelion, kTee, Beiber, and JesseJ.
Students with 20 - 29 days of independent scripture reading in September included Trouble, JDawg, Jarmo, and The Colbinator.
And our Extreme Team player that read ALL 30 DAYS in September... Mouse!!!
I know that reading our scriptures every day isn't always easy 'cuz life is so busy, but I also know that Heavenly Father blesses for making the time, even if we only read a few verses a night.
Highlight #2 = D-A-SH, Punch It, and Fakebook... what?
We participated in some fun learning activities this week as we focused on what we can learn from the Lord's prophets.
Our video highlights each of these activities:
Our Fakebook pages that we created highlight people and things we learned about in the Old Testament. Check them out here.
Finally, don't forget to read the Announcements for this coming week and enjoy your long weekend (remember, we don't have class on Monday because it is a school holiday for FWISD).
Oh, a couple of last thoughts to share from this week...
First: the Lord knows what He's doing... trust Him and:
Second: when the Prophet of the Lord speaks to us, we should listen or else we could miss something important:
Have a great weekend. See you Tuesday!
First of all, some quick class business. Term 1 ends October 31, and the deadline for all makeup work is October 28. Please check the updated Student Accountability Card for specific details on exactly what students do to earn their grade for the term.
Now, on to the great things from this week!
Highlight # 1 = An I RED Celebration!
(I RED = our "I Read Every Day" program)
Root beer floats are a great part of breakfast - especially to celebrate the successful progress students have made in their independent daily reading of the scriptures.
Students with 10 - 19 days of independent scripture reading in September included Poolside, Madsters, Dandelion, kTee, Beiber, and JesseJ.
Students with 20 - 29 days of independent scripture reading in September included Trouble, JDawg, Jarmo, and The Colbinator.
And our Extreme Team player that read ALL 30 DAYS in September... Mouse!!!
I know that reading our scriptures every day isn't always easy 'cuz life is so busy, but I also know that Heavenly Father blesses for making the time, even if we only read a few verses a night.
Highlight #2 = D-A-SH, Punch It, and Fakebook... what?
We participated in some fun learning activities this week as we focused on what we can learn from the Lord's prophets.
Our video highlights each of these activities:
Our Fakebook pages that we created highlight people and things we learned about in the Old Testament. Check them out here.
Finally, don't forget to read the Announcements for this coming week and enjoy your long weekend (remember, we don't have class on Monday because it is a school holiday for FWISD).
Oh, a couple of last thoughts to share from this week...
First: the Lord knows what He's doing... trust Him and:
Second: when the Prophet of the Lord speaks to us, we should listen or else we could miss something important:
Have a great weekend. See you Tuesday!
October 3, 2011
Why It Matters
Wasn't General Conference great! So many great messages! So many great talks! So many inspiring moments! The talks are already available at the Church website for anyone to listen to or view, just click here!
So, because I spent the weekend enjoying the messages shared during each session of General Conference, this post is going up later than intended, but here are some spotlights from seminary last week. Enjoy!
Highlight #1: Why It Matters
We really focused on why the scriptures we are reading and study matter, meaning: Why are they important to Heavenly Father and why should they be important to us.
We made connections to why certain things in our lives are important to us personally:
Why It Matters to Me - 1 Thing
Why seminary is important:
Why It Matters to Me - Seminary
And most importantly, why Jesus Christ is important:
Why It Matters to Me - Jesus Christ
We also spent time discovering why the 25 scriptures selected for this year's list of scripture mastery verses are important as well and enjoyed participating in a favorite activity called BRING IT, which helps us become more familiar with these scriptures (in a fun and somewhat messy way!):
Highlight #2: We enjoyed celebrating Madsters birthday with a creative congo circle dance bash!
Speaking of Madsters... check out the new page on this blog called "In the Spotlight" and see the video highlighting her!
This new page will change regularly to spotlight one of our awesome Extreme Team players, our #1 Fans, or other people who play an important role in our seminary experience this year, so make sure to check it out often!
Oh, and don't forget to read the Announcements for this week! There are important things there like: no class on Tuesday!
Have an awesome week!
So, because I spent the weekend enjoying the messages shared during each session of General Conference, this post is going up later than intended, but here are some spotlights from seminary last week. Enjoy!
Highlight #1: Why It Matters
We really focused on why the scriptures we are reading and study matter, meaning: Why are they important to Heavenly Father and why should they be important to us.
We made connections to why certain things in our lives are important to us personally:
Why It Matters to Me - 1 Thing
Why seminary is important:
Why It Matters to Me - Seminary
And most importantly, why Jesus Christ is important:
Why It Matters to Me - Jesus Christ
We also spent time discovering why the 25 scriptures selected for this year's list of scripture mastery verses are important as well and enjoyed participating in a favorite activity called BRING IT, which helps us become more familiar with these scriptures (in a fun and somewhat messy way!):
Highlight #2: We enjoyed celebrating Madsters birthday with a creative congo circle dance bash!
Speaking of Madsters... check out the new page on this blog called "In the Spotlight" and see the video highlighting her!
This new page will change regularly to spotlight one of our awesome Extreme Team players, our #1 Fans, or other people who play an important role in our seminary experience this year, so make sure to check it out often!
Oh, and don't forget to read the Announcements for this week! There are important things there like: no class on Tuesday!
Have an awesome week!
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