The senior psychology classes had the opportunity to reflect on their ‘last first day of school’ with a walk around the high school on day one with discussion of their experiences of the last three years and the importance of planning for their senior year. They had the opportunity to develop their goals for their senior year and seal them in an envelope which they will pick up with their diploma packet at graduation.

The classes continued to work on goal setting throughout the week after watching Randy Pausch’s Last Lecture. They continued to develop life goals at the same time as learning about Erik Erikson’s Theory of PsychoSocial Development and Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs.

The Introduction to Journalism class has learned some basic terms and examined the importance of rhythm in writing. After exposure to writers such as Rick Bragg, Tim O’Brien, Stephen King, Jeanette Walls, James Frey and more, they culminated their week of study with a trip to the library on Friday where each student journalist selected a library book of their choice to read. ‘THE MORE YOU READ THE BETTER YOU WRITE!’ Also, readers tend to score much higher on standardized tests and college entrance exams.

The yearbook and newspaper staff is busily considering theme ideas for yearbook and story ideas for the Gauger. They have also received contracts concerning care of equipment and behavior which is required for both student and parent to sign. It is a HUGE commitment to be a member of the publication staff. The 2010 yearbook should be ready for delivery by the third week of September.

CSU will hold an organizational meeting on Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. in journalism. All students are invited to attend the Christian Student Union and are warmly welcomed.