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Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Tip: Preparing your Students for College - Part 2

In, But Not Of - A Guide to Christian Ambition and the Desire to Influence the World by Hugh Hewitt is a great book for high school students to read. It is a quick-read and is especially appropriate for those about to head off to college. Although you may not agree with all of his points, overall, the book is filled with insight, wisdom and practical advice. Some of his chapter titles include: Tattoos: Don't, There is No Advantage in Trash Talk, Conflict is a Part of the Christian Life. He covers topics such as church, money, accomplishments, relationships, and success.

Answers to the Memorial Day quiz-
The original name for the holiday was Decoration Day.
The holiday was prompted by the Civil War. It was only celebrated by the North until after WWI. Then when soldiers from all wars were remembered, the South celebrated it as well.
Memorial Day was first observed was May 30, 1868.
Red poppies were sold to raise money for widowed wives and orphans.
No one really knows the city where the holiday first began. However, President Johnson officially named Waterloo, NY as its birthplace.
Source: www.usmemorialday.org/backgrnd

By the way, if you would like to learn more about US History and not get weighed down with dates and political terms, read children's books.

Have a great day - Robin

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