Player of the Game

Mitch Wendling won the POG for the Warriors over the Rockets last night.

Great Vantage Point

Watching the Warriors get ready to take on Routt at Illinois College

Enjoying some blue hot chocolate

Received a gift of Aggie Blue Hot Chocolate today. Made a cup tonight. Tastes like hot chocolate...sort of. :)

Session 2

Session 3 discussed using the ACT College Readiness Standards to focus instruction. We have been doing this at AHS in our math, science, and English departments for 4 years.  The conversation also included using 9 week assessments and the total EPAS program to assist students in reaching academic success. This was a self-esteem booster for me. It shows that we (staff and admin) are already doing things that other schools are just starting.  This is no reason to rest though. I have already noted several ideas to share with my staff.  Session 3 is upcoming .......

Session 1

My first session focused on ipad use in the science department. The session was excellent for a variety of reasons. Many of the tips and ideas will work with or without an ipad.  It is always nice to hear what other districts are doing to improve the learning environment.  The 2 speakers were science teachers from St. Charles North HS.  Session 2 is about to start and it deals with school improvement. 

Healthy Choice

Attending a conference in Springfield today.  Got up early and played some 6AM basketball.....had to pass on the donuts and bagels ....

The High School Years Parent Resources

I just added the 2 newest parent resource documents to the webpage.  One has strategies for dealing with bullying and another has reading tips for studying and learning.

Busy Week

A busy week at Athens High School is upon us. Monday the girls BB team travels to Riverton. On Tuesday, the girls go to Auburn and the boys BB team hosts Williamsville at home. On Thursday, Scholastic Bowl travels to New Berlin for the Conference Meet.  Also, on Thursday, Mrs. Slager will be taking a group of design students to the Dana Thomas House.  On Friday, FFA will travel to Moline for a tour of the John Deere Facilities. The Warriors will host New Berlin on Friday night as well. 

Another fun Saturday Morning

Hit the trails by 8. Also....Good luck to the 7th grade girls BB team at state.