Elizebeth-Mt. Vernon

For National Poetry Month Elizebeth studied concrete poetry with her tutor Mrs. Newel, and then created this concrete poem about her favorite month, March.  

Kai-10 Years From Now

what would make you feel the happiest ten years from now….?

I think what would make me the happiest ten years from now would probably be…. less crime in the world, peace on earth and in space( if aliens exist), the homelessness rate is dropping, more job opportunities, more changes in our government, less pollution and trash, less diseases, and so much more.

My life would look like… I have a happy family I am married to my husband with 3 kids (one boy & two girls) and me and husband have a great paying job and a big house with a pool/waterfall and 2 slides and a look over jacuzzi. Also we would be friends with every celebrity so we can go to all the events and award shows and birthday parties. And my mom and dad are happy and i buy them houses and i buy my grandmother a big house and my cousins kanani, moani, ke’alea, makana, and my sister kealani all share a medium house and we all have 4 cars each. And have enough money to be set from life. AND THAT IS WHAT WOULD MAKE ME FEEL THE MOST HAPPIEST TEN YEARS FROM NOW!!!!

How Can I make this future a reality:

I think that i can make this future a reality by first finishing school (period). Getting a job in the government to learn how to make my changes come true. Then get a part time job doing interviews and celebrity parties and hosting award shows and get paychecks from both of those jobs and try really hard to keep them for life.

Zay : Mt. Vernon

Zay has been working on memorizing her multiplication tables.  Her tutor, Courtney, quizzes her a couple of times a month.  The first quiz at the top, was Zay's test on Monday.  After leaving over half of the questions blank, both Zay and her tutor were feeling a little disillusioned.  In the hope that she could figure out a new method to help Zay learn her multiplication tables, Courtney asked Zay: "Do you know your learning style? What method helps you remember information?"  Because Zay didn’t have an answer, for homework, Courtney assigned her the task of trying to figure out how she learns.  Zay devoted time over the next two days to try to figure out what methods helped her remember information. When Wednesday came, and Courtney asked, she was ready with an answer: “I think I learn best when I hear something being explained, and then I get to see an actual example."  She said she practiced her multiplication tables using that method, listening to the correct answers, and then practicing them herself.  The quiz on the bottom is from today, Wednesday April 1st.  Zay improved dramatically from her Monday score, from a 47% to a 97%.  We are very proud of her effort, and her growth.  Her newest homework assignment from her tutor is to focus on her learning style, and begin figuring out how to implement it into how she tackles her classes, just like she did for her multiplication.  

Good Job Zay!

Vashaune: The Daniel Center

Vashaune: The Daniel Center

The Book: Number The Stars by Lois Lowry

Ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen and her best friend Ellen Rosen often think of life before the war. It's now 1943 and their life in Copenhagen is filled with school, food shortages, and the Nazi soldiers marching through town. When the Jews of Denmark are "relocated," Ellen moves in with the Johansens and pretends to be one of the family. Soon Annemarie is asked to go on a dangerous mission to save Ellen's life. (Summary from Amazon)

The assignment was to interview a character from Number The Stars. Vashaune chose to interview the main character in the book, Annemarie. After summarizing the plot,  he created questions that he thought would be interesting to ask the protagonist, Annemarie. Next, he answered those questions from Annemarie's perspective. He completed this assignment in interview format. Here is his good work! 

Number The Stars by Lois Lowry is a wonderful book, recommended for students in grade 3-5. Vashaune, who says he doesn't enjoy reading, rates Number The Stars a 3 out of 5! We have this book, and many others in our library at the Juvenile Literacy Center. To browse our entire selection click Here. To request a book, simply drop by our office, or send an email to nware@triangleliteracy.org to have the book of your choice delivered to your tutoring session. 

2015 JLC Program Introduction

Hello,

My name is Nicole and I am the Instructor at the Juvenile Literacy Center, and this is our blog.  Soon we will be posting introductions from some of our students and tutors.  This blog will be used to showcase our students; their talents, interests, and the improvements they make with their tutors, as well as the latest information from the JLC.

The Juvenile Literacy Center (JLC) provides direct one-on-one tutoring to court-involved youth.  The program serves students ages 6-17 who are referred to the program by Juvenile Court.  Students who participate in this program receive individualized instruction to improve their reading, writing, and math skills.
Our program is designed so that students will come to know success.  The JLC is designed to improve literacy skills and cultivate both academic and personal success.

Stay Tuned!

Nicole

MyFavoritePerson

My favorite person is my grandma, because she is a person beutiful, intellentent, lovable, loving, caring, especial,
i love her because shi is mature person who helped me when you need it most, when I has sick look after me, give me  your love for a long time, she always for give me when to something bad,she loves me with my my mistakes and virtues, i define my grandmother as my life<3 nbsp="" p="">

HONDURAS

the best country in the world ｈｏｎｄｕｒａｓ                                                                                 

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The Old Man Who Loved Bunnies

There was a old man who loved bunnies,black bunnies,white bunnies name all the bunnies he will have it all. He only had seven because he left some at his house and he gave some away. Luckly he sold four then he held on to the three bunnies he had left. Three days later that one of his bunnies died and now he has two left.

I don't ride planes because i am afraid if it crashes or not. Sometimes  people crash on purpose sometimes  they do it by mistake.If it crashes a lot of people will get hurt.


-tj

HAVE FUN WITH YOUR LIFE

LIFE IS LIKE A PUZZLE YOU HAVE TO FIND YOUR WAY WHILE YOU GO THERE YOUR LIFE YOU FIND YOUR WAY AND THINGS MAY OR MAY NOT STOP YOU 
AND 

DO NOT FORGET TO HAVE FUN WITH YOUR LIFE




MGT

Phineas and Ferb

Phineas and Ferb made a time machine to see twenty years into the future. They saw some jet packs and flying cars in the air. Then, they saw Candace, their older sister, she was older then before. The weird thing is their sister Candace still wanted to get them in trouble but it didn't happen. Perry the platypus was old, and so was his enemy. Mom said to Candace, "you are too old for you to get your younger brothers in trouble".


Made by OJ

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Miguel Angel Trevino Multimedia

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Kony Multimedia

 

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Website Citation

Ronald, Barr G. "Soothing." The Period of PURPLE Crying. National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome, n.d. Web. 01 July 2013.

Citation for Website

Phillips, Tony. "The Great Moon Hoax." - NASA Science. NASA, 23 Feb. 2001. Web. 01 July 2013. -L.A.

Paparazzi

We should have more rules for paparazzi because all stars need their space and have their own lives to live.So the paparazzi should back off and try to focus on their lives. A.M.

Summer of Secrets

Darcey learns that... -K.A.B.

Daily Horoscope

Daily Horoscope

Wednesday March 20,2013

Aries: Spend less time worrying what others think and more on how you can better yourself. You will find alot of people who would like to put you down, keep your head up. Be willing to except criticism. Post pone the impulsiveness. You will the strength to do and become anything you want.

Taurus: Life is moving at break-neck speed, but that's no reason Taurus for you to be inconsiderate. Enjoy this season of celebration, but don't neglect to truly connect with friends who are loyal to you. make the time to hear their complaints and joys.

Gemini: When discouraged be open to others that care. Being wrong is a problem you must over come. Deep down your so loving and compassionate. Don't neglect love ones. Today brings a chance to over come your fears. True friends will show you they care whether they do or don't.

Cancer: Others admire your success. Good luck comes to you because how you treat others. Remember to save for your niece's birthday. Focus on yourself. Success comes ease to people like you. Think about what you have before you go out and do something crazy. Get together with old friends and have a night out.

Leo: Today is a good day to go out and explore something new. Get a grip on being overbearing. Your problems will be resolved by your romance. Don't get sucked into the negatives, be the same person who makes others proud.

Virgo: Don't let distance keep you from feeling connected Virgo. Send an email to someone on your mind; rekindle the closeness you had before. You might be tempted to complete your errands and chores and put off communications, but you will likely wallow in loneliness.

Libra: Today brings a chance to show your skills and show the world how artistic you are. You'll get caught up if your not careful. Try not to be indecisive; just count to 3 and what ever comes to your head just go with it. Get a grip on your fickleness and make plans for a spa day.

Scorpio: Be cautious when you travel. Don't let your guard down to much or expect dramatic improvements. Just enjoy today for what it is, Scorpio. Keep making plans but be open to a few surprises.

Sagittarius: Today is the day when your darling, argumentative, and blunt side doesn't hold you back. Choose a positive goal, like a promotion or a new relationship and start using your persuasive charm. It's time to be generous and treat yourself.

Capricorn: Continue to remain focused on your goals, but remember to enjoy your life. Your problems will be resolved by hard-work, persistence, and dedication. Try not to judge and hold grudges because the one losing out will be you.

Aquarius: Being anxious is a problem you must over come, and always remember there's nothing wrong with surprises. Don't get sucked in negative comments; just keep smiling and being a strong individual. Stand up for what your believe in and be willing to sacrifice yourself for it.

Pisces: Be willing to accept the criticism of those that love you and focus on the opportunity to grow. Be careful stepping out into unknown territory predators may be watching. Today is a good day to try out one of the many ideas you have been working on.

-KAB