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Mead students see real-life applications with writing project

Mead students see real-life applications with writing project

Students in Kelli Miller’s language arts class at Mead Middle School were recently challenged to a creative project to get them motivated about writing. The students researched and wrote about Theodore Roosevelt and Theodore Roosevelt National Park after reading the book, The Camping Trip that Changed America. The papers were submitted to a mini golf park near Andover and the winning paper was made into a sign that will be on display at park.

“I’m trying to find ways to show them what they’re learning in class is something they can do in the real world,” said Miller.  “Writing is used in a lot of occupations, and they are learning they can use those skills in a future job, like a graphic designer.”  

Her students Arianna Aguilar and Gabriel Muñez won the contest. 

“I was excited that they chose our report,” said Arianna Aguilar. “I liked researching and learning new things about Theodore Roosevelt.”

“It was interesting to learn that he had so many animals,” said Gabriel Muñez. “He was the president who started the national parks.”  

The sign will be on display at Mega Pines Mini Golf Course by the end of the school year.   

Another writing project that Miller’s students completed was entered into a contest about American Democracy and how their voice matters. The students have a chance to win a scholarship. 

“Even if they don’t get the scholarship for this contest, it will give them experience when they get to high school and apply for other scholarships. The process won’t be unfamiliar to them,” Miller said.  
 

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