Archive for November, 2008
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Saturday, November 29th, 2008Our test review for this unit will not be ‘typical.’
We’re going to use several activities combined together to create an excellent review.
However, if you miss the review day (11/24) it will be more difficult. Here is a copy of what we will do in class.
The test will be on 12/2
Those of you who fell behind, [...]
A House of Cards
Friday, November 28th, 2008This isn’t the U.S. Capitol, but it’s still neat!
Happy Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 27th, 2008Have a blessed and enjoyable Thanksgiving!
After you’ve watched some parades, eaten some turkey, watched some football, and taken a nap – set some time aside to study for your test on Tuesday!
Best of luck
What the Election Would Look Like if it Was Decided by: [Fill In the Blank]
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008This is a pretty neat site that shows us what the Electoral Map would have looked like this year if only women voted, or men, or people over 65, etc, etc, etc.
The information is of little practical use – but it’s quite fascinating for you Government junkies!
Click here for: Hypothetical Election Maps!
According to CNN exit [...]
Congressional Homework: Windowpanes
Friday, November 21st, 2008What did you think of our congressional simulation? Have your opinions about Congress changed?
Here is a summary of your homework due next class. Take some time to make this nice – I’d like to show them off to people around the classroom/school/district.
In each box, illustrate the answer using as few words as possible. Make sure [...]
Rock Drums!
Friday, November 21st, 2008Congratulations on another outstanding year for “Rock Drums!”
The Round Rock High School Drumline “Rock Drums,” under the direction of Steve Roeder, competed at the state level “Lone Star Classic” drumline competition in Dallas on Saturday, November 15. For the 2nd year in a row, “Rock Drums” came away with the 1st place trophy [...]
Challenged Ballots: You Decide
Thursday, November 20th, 2008The Senate race in Minnesota STILL isn’t decided!
The race between incumbent Republican Norm Coleman and Democrat and former comedian Al Franken was too close to call after the votes were counted. In fact, after over 2 MILLION votes were counted, the difference was less than 300 votes.
LESS THAN 300 VOTES!!!
(Don’t ever let anyone EVER tell [...]
What’s up with the Women?
Wednesday, November 19th, 2008Wow! I found this story absolutely fascinating.
Ladies – take pride in the Granite State, New Hampshire!
All Things Considered, November 9, 2008 · The presidential election was not the only historic political moment last week: In New Hampshire, voters elected 13 women — out of 24 total members — to the state Senate, making it [...]
Texas is losing it!
Tuesday, November 18th, 2008Some people argue that we’re losing a lot of clout and stature with the new Democratic majority.
Politico’s story on our home state is quite interesting
When President George W. Bush turns the Oval Office over to Barack Obama, he might as well dump the Lone Star of Texas into the bed of his pickup and haul [...]
Senior Portraits for Yearbook
Monday, November 17th, 2008Photo Texas will be on campus on November 17 to 19 to take senior portraits.
Seniors must have their photo taken with this company to appear in the yearbook. Seniors can have pictures taken on campus or at the Photo Texas studio. There is no obligation to buy prints, but the picture must be taken by [...]