Because of Winn-Dixie Characters: Otis

I like Otis. He is cool and smart. He works at a pet shop called Gertrude's pets. One time he got his guitar and sang to the pets. That was awesome.

By: Isaac Benavidez

Learn a little about us: Featuring Damian G.

Hi, I am Damian. I am a 5th grader and I like to eat pizza. My favorite kind of pizza is pepperoni. I like to go the movies with my mom and dad for fun. I love my dad and mom. My mom's name is Esperanza and my dad's name is David. Dad I love you. Oh Mom, I am winning at taking my medicine. So there, you know my life! We own it! My favorite place to eat is Golden Corral. Mom, I love you!

3rd week already?!

Wow! The week went by so quickly that we only took 1 picture!

The boys celebrating Damian's birthday.

Our beans are growing beautifully and we'll be sure to post some pictures next week!

We are enjoying Because of Winn-Dixie.  It is a story of a lonely girl and the dog she rescued from a Winn-Dixie, who she named Winn-Dixie, quickly becoming best friends.

Look out at the end of the month for our Perseverance Award winner. This student will have exhibited impeccable strength in work ethic and maintaining a positive attitude.

Also, next week, each student will write a blog post detailing their lives, goals and intentions.

I am so proud of our students. Their respect and grace to those around them astound and humble me daily.

Have a great weekend - let's all soak in the last month of summer!