School Happenings

We got Clara's school pictures back (and already had Brynn's back a long time ago since they use theirs for school IDs.) I thought I had posted Brynn's already, but I didn't see it when I looked back on the blog, so I'm including now (or possibly for the second time.)

It's pretty blurry and difficult to see much, but the junior class had a Junior Preview Day this past week where they could sign up to tour either UND, MSUM or NDSU. Both Hubert and Brynn chose MSUM as they'd already been to UND and figured NDSU would get filled up pretty quickly anyhow. Sadly, neither one of them was impressed. :-/ I think it was still good to see another campus regardless as it only helps the students understand what they like/don't like about different schools.

On Thursday, Halloween, Brynn's AP (Advanced Placement) Psychology class had a Zombie Cafe in which the groups of students presented a restaurant concept with some dishes all relating to the brain. The instructor invited families of the students to attend, try the foods and hear the kids' presentations. It was so fascinating to see what all the groups put together. They all did an amazing job with the information they knew about the brain and the creativity with the whole project.

Brynn's group's restaurant's name was Brainforest Cafe. It was so clever and I thought their poster was the best (as well as the name). They did sweetbread and served a drink.

I loved this group's punch pouches that looked like IV bags.

Dana scored an eyeball treat.

I was excited to bring home some Medulla Munchies (aka puppy chow) and a dirt cup!

The guests were to vote on best restaurant name, most knowledgeable, best tasting dish, etc. Brynn said they'll find out their grades and who won the different awards on Monday.

Friday Brynn had a proficiency day at school for students get caught up on tests, missing assignments, etc. You must attend any class that you have a D or F grade, so thankfully for Brynn she had the day off of school! :-) It was especially nice that it fell the day after Halloween.

She slept in and then went to Clay Your Way with a friend.

Clara's class had an outing at the Plains Art Museum on Friday.

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