"Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” -Norman Vincent Peale

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US= Chapter 6 & 7 Test is this week (Wednesday, 12/16 for odd periods & Thursday, 12/17 for even periods). Don't forget to turn in your homework that same day! Look to the left for more details about the homework. Your final project for the 1st Semester will also be assigned this week, be sure to get that assignment sheet so you can use your time wisely!

IR/PacRim= We will be wrapping up the Poverty & Hunger unit this week. Be sure to be looking over your notes and handouts in preparation. We will review in class on Wednesday for Friday, 12/18's Hunger & Poverty Quest.

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