Three guests joined us after Spring Break: Bob, Steve, and Buzzkill. Here, Sean Philips is holding one. Yes, that’s a murder hornet, also known as the Japanese Giant Hornet. Thankfully, these deceased insects caused no harm, only fascination, with the
The Dollhouse
It’s not often we have a dollhouse in our study hall but we did this week when Mrs. Likkel brought in one of her most cherished possessions to share with her Beyond the Basics class. The house is mentioned in
Classroom Connection: Lord of the Flies
The sophomore boys, after reading The Lord of the Flies, created microcosms of the island. Each used materials to re-create a scene in which the characters had to contend with the island. English Classes at ZLO Meet Mrs. Likkel
Classroom Connection: Writer’s L.A.B.
Gabrielle Teigrob, along with help from her classmates, explains the mirroring of plotline in our most recent novel, Holes, to a student who was absent. English Classes at ZLO Meet Mrs. Likkel
Meet Our Teachers: Sue Likkel
Ever wonder what our teachers do when they’re not at school? We know that our students have diverse interests and talents. They act, bike, camp, build and create, but how about the staff? Well, they’re just as active outside the
Sophomore English: Literature Circles
Mrs. Likkel’s sophomore English class executed literature circles based on their most recent novel. Each student came prepared to lead a part of the discussion. English Classes at ZLO Meet Mrs. Likkel
Classroom Connection: Freshman English
Mrs. Likkel’s Freshman English students wrote a plethora of impressive poems. This Biblical illusion poem is written by Owen Day. Not a man just a boy not a sword just a sling doubt was not seen not even a
Lord of the Flies and Legos
In Mrs. Likkel’s sophomore English class, students position Legos in scenes from Lord of the Flies. English Classes at ZLO Meet Mrs. Likkel
Classroom Connection: English with Mrs. Likkel
Mrs. Likkel’s class read about George Haley, a man whose story we all should know. In 1949, Mr. Haley entered law school in Alabama where he experienced overt racism. His perseverance in the face of such injustice is inspiring to
The Great American Read on PBS
Are you a passionate reader? Well you probably have a favorite as we all do. PBS is hosting The Great American Read in which they’ve narrowed down 100 titles of America’s best-loved books. Once on their website, pbs.org/the-great-american-read, you are