How Will You Stay Healthy?

We have discussed a lot this school year and provided you with some tools on how to be active and healthy. Share below some things you have learned and answer the following questions:

1. Why is it important to have a healthy & active lifestyle?

2. What kind of activities have you learned about that you can do right at home or in the backyard?

3. What will you take with you from this class/experience?

Thanks for participating girls! We hope this has helped you in your journey to becoming healthier and active ladies!

Today's Topic: Fast-Food Facts That May Change Your Eating Habits

Read the following article about fast-food facts and then respond to the questions. Be honest in your answers for it will help you evaluate how you eat each day and whether or not you should make any changes.

http://www.articlesbase.com/nutrition-articles/ten-very-disturbing-fast-food-facts-2049063.html

Questions:

1. What are your thoughts on these frightening facts about fast food? What do you think it says about the health of Americans?

2. Do you eat a lot of fast-food? What do you feel are the main reasons people eat fast-food? Is it cost efficient? Taste? Or the simplicity and convenience of it? Or perhaps it is all of these reasons combined. Explain your answer. 

3. As the weeks progress and we have had our class discussion, are there any goals that you have set that you have been working towards? Anything you want to change/improve? Or do you feel that you are satisfied and happy with your health at this time. Explain. 

Keep Up the Great Work Girls! Ms. Jones and I are proud of you!

Tuesday, April 17

I hope you all had a wonderful Spring Break!

Continue reading for your LA classes and keep working hard. Don't like one of the assigned questions? Think of a new question and I would be happy to hear it.

We want the best for you so keep pushing yourself!

*No SSR Reading for today!

March 29, 2012

Fitness @ FOCUS Ladies,

Great walk today! We went almost for one full mile! Next week we will be continuing our exercise and learning about how to be fit! Remember to drink more water and less soda!

Great job girls! We are proud of you!

FITNESS AT FOCUS LADIES-Thursday, March 22nd

The Power of Walking! 

Today we discussed the importance of walking and how it is an excellent form of physical activity. 

Below are two articles that emphasize the benefits walking can do for your health.

Article One: Aerobic exercise: Top 10 reasons to get physical

Article Two:Start a Daily Walking Program…Today!

Blog Assignment: 

1. Based on what we read and the class discussion, name at least three benefits to walking/aerobic exercise.

2. Please DESCRIBE (more than 2 sentences) how you can incorporate more walking into your daily/weekly routine. Is this something you really plan on doing or do you see yourself doing other physical activities instead? Tell us what you plan on doing! It takes a plan to make the action!

Example: I can walk as I am talking on the phone for 20-30 minutes.

I can take my dog for a walk around the block a few times.

OGT WEEK-You Can Do This!!

Good Afternoon Students,

As the OGT Week comes to a close, we will continue our readings next week.

*IMPORTANT: If you missed a test day, please make sure you report to makeup test week!

YOU CAN DO THIS!!!

FITNESS AT FOCUS LADIES-Thursday, March 8th

Happy Fitness Day at Focus!! Today is our second session for our Fitness Class and today we will explore how to stay active without needing a fancy gym membership or weights.

 Click on the link below to read the article for today's session and then answer the questions below!
http://www.girlshealth.gov/fitness/started/index.cfm


1. Have you used any of the excuses mentioned in the article? Be honest! Why do you think we make excuses for ourselves when we want to be in better shape?


2. What is your fitness goal? What types of exercises can you do during the week? Start thinking of a plan for yourself that you can implement soon. Please list your ideas/plan below. I want to hear what you are thinking of.

Tuesday, March 6th

Hey Everyone. Make sure you are practicing for the OGT. We will continue the weekly readings once the OGT's are over.

Keep practicing and good luck! You can do it!

Thursday, March 1st

Hey Students,

Today is the first day of March! Please be sure to talk with your teachers regarding OGT Prep and Practice Test Materials.

Even if it is not Language Arts, GO PRACTICE!!!

Tuesday, February 28

OGT, OGT, OGT!!!

I have OGT Prep for Reading & Writing!

Stop by and practice so you are prepared!

Thursday, February 23

OGT TIME!

Please come see me for OGT Prep materials. You need to continue practicing; they are less than 15 days away!

I have prep material for both reading and writing! Stop on by and practice!

OGT PREP: Tuesday, February 21st

Ms. Mutz will be passing out study sheets for you to help in preparation for the Reading/Writing OGT. If you have not received one, please stop and get one! The more you practice on your own, the better off you will be! YOU CAN DO IT!

Based on the study sheet, please provide your own example of the following terms. Please make them original and different from other student's posts.

1. Metaphor

2. Simile

3. Hyperbole


The more familiar you become with these terms, the easier it will be for you in the future!

OGT PREP

Students,

OGT's will be March 12-17 which is soon approaching. It is important that you practice so you are ready and prepared to pass it with flying colors!

All of the labs will be doing OGT Prep and pullouts so listen to the announcement.

Also, come see Ms. Mutz for reading OGT Prep and listen for those announcements too!

Let me know if you would like any material.

Weekly Blog: Tuesday, December 13

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

Please share your thoughts on the Christmas Holiday? Do you enjoy Christmas? Why/Why not?
What does Christmas mean to you? Is it about presents or family?

Weekly Blog: Tuesday, November 29

Goal Setting:

What is one goal you have for yourself this year? Is it to graduate school? Find a job? Save money?
Whatever it may be, share your voice and explain why you set that goal!

The First Amendment

In this space, please share something you learned/discovered today. Whether it be an example of a First Amendment violation, a freedom you find most important or just something you found interesting. Please make sure to write an explanation for your post.

As always, Share Your Voice!

Weekly Reading: Thursday, November 10

Bullying is a major issue that is affecting people all over the world. This is something that has to stop.

50 Cent is Sharing His Voice about stopping the bullying with his novel, Playground.
He admits that he has not always been "role model material" for his fans, but his son has inspired him to change.
50 Cent Article
1. What do you think about 50 Cent writing a novel for kids about bullying?
2. Do you think 50 Cent is "role model material"?
3. Has 50 Cent learned from his mistakes? Do you think his lyrics will reflect the message in his novel?

Weekly Reading: Tuesday, November 8th

Good Morning Students! Now that OGT's are over, it is time to get back into the weekly readings!

This is a crazy story right here...Click on the link below

Giant asteroid to pass close to Earth Tuesday


1. What do you think about this story?

2. What if NASA were wrong? Do you think our country would be prepared for such an impact?

Weekly Reading: Thursday, October 20th

Good Morning Students.

Please read the following article. It occurred in Zanesville, Ohio and has become national news.

http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/local/2011/10/20/tragedy-waiting-to-happen.html

Answer the following questions:
1. Do you agree with what happened to the animals? Why or why not?
2. Do you think there should be stricter regulations for owning exotic animals?

Share Your Voice--Make sure you answer both questions and explain your opinion.

Weekly Reading: Tuesday, October 18th

Good Morning Students!

The OGT's are next week! The more you practice, the better off you will be.

We will continue the weekly readings after the OGT's.

I will be passing out practice OGTs today and for the rest of the week. Come see me if you would like one!

Lets pass those OGTs!! You can do it!