History Talk

 Have you ever wondered how listening to music affects learning???

Here is some REAL research on this topic:

http://coe.sdsu.edu/eet/articles/musiclearning/index.htm

Avoid negative people, places and things

Believe yourself to be a good being possessing positive energy

Crisis is always an opportunity - please see the glass half full

Do unto others as you would have them do unto you

Enjoy the moment and make it magical - its' a gift - that's why they call it the present

Family, Friends and Fun make for the richest experiences of life

Good things will come to you even in your darkest moments

Heal, maintain hope and hang on to your dreams

Imagination is great than knowledge - Albert Einstein

Justice exists - what goes around comes around

Keep trying - life isn't about how many times you get knocked down, but how many times you get back up

Love and laughter make the best medicines

Miracles abound - expect them and take time to notice their manifestation

Never compromise your ethics - "No" is always an acceptable answer

Open your mind, heart and soul

Patience and perserverance pay off in every arena of life

Quitters never win and winners never quit

Release ancient history - scripts and tapes from the past are immobilizing

Stop procastinating - Awareness + Acceptance + Action = Choice

Take time to smell the roses

Understand yourself to better understand others

Visualize world peace and let being with you now

Want better physical, emotional and spiritual health for a brighter tomorrow

X-ccelerate your efforts to achieve a peaceful balance

You are a valuable and unique creation

Zero in on your goals and go for the gold

Please keep in mind that being appropriately dressed, so as not to disrupt instruction, creates a positive learning environment.  Remember:

All shorts and skirts should be of an appropriate length.  Micro mini skirts and short shorts are not be worn unless accompanied by leg coverings;

Clothing that reveals the midriff should not be worn.  Low rise pants should be be worn unless the shirt covers the midriff;

Spaghetti strap tops should not be worn;

It is unacceptable for students to bring or to wear hats, caps, headbands, "do rags", or other head coverings unless they are part of a religious attire or have been approved fro medical reasons;

Boys should not be wearing sleeveless undershirts, tank tops/muscle shirts;

It is recommended that flip-flops or open sandals not be worn for safety reasons.

We wish to promote an environment that is appropriate and comfortable for everyone at Bryant High School.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Click on this link to find out the exact provisions of the New

 Immigration Reform Law

www.whitehouse.gov/infocus/immigration/ 

What do you think about these reforms?  Shout it out!

Check on this site regarding student loans for college:

 http://www.astrivestudentloans.com/

http://www.astrivestudentloans.com/contact_astrive.asp

DId you ever want to know about the history of the states that comprise the United States???  The History Channel has a new series that looks at the history of the individual states, the true stories of famous legends, little-known facts, colorful local characters and celebrities, and a history rich in details   Further, they have an interactive website that goes along with the show.  Click here for the schedule:

http://www.history.com/minisite.do?mini_id=53924

Click here to participate in thanking our troops overseas for their efforts on our behalf. 

http://www.amillionthanks.org/?seo=goo_program

For those Jamestown Dig enthusiasts:

http://www.historicjamestowne.org/the_dig/

Check out this site with volunteer positions for those interested in archaeology:

http://www.archaeologydigs.blogspot.com/

 Another link for summer jobs!

http://www.workforstudents.com/index.jsp

Apply online ~~~

 The New York National College Fair is being held on MAY 12, 2007 at the

 Jacob K. Javits Convention Center from 12:00-4:00 p.m. Meet face-to-face with

 representatives from colleges across the country.  This is your opportunity to

 meet and talk with those who know - Empowered yourself!

In our efforts to relearn the social studies terminology for the Regents, a site called Digital History helps us with a great collection of terms: 

http://www.digitalhistory.uh.edu/historyonline/glossary_af.cfm

Here is a link to the Barnes & Noble Store Locator to purchase Regents Review Books:

http://storelocator.barnesandnoble.com/stores.do;jsessionid=2ECEBFAE20E57727C2C02F6518D28CEC.worker2

Mr. Sarkozy stated "there cannot be rights without obligations. All must have their opportunity, but they must earn it by work, by personal commitment, by belief."

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?  Why or why not?

                                             

The New York State Education Department has online practice Regents Examinations for both American History and Global that will grade the exam for you!

Click on:

http://www.nysed.gov

Go to Regents Examinations in the drop down menu.

Below are some great links to start practicing for the Regents!!!

• Barrons Regents Review
  Paid subscription
  http://www.barronsregents.com/
• Ed Solutions Regents Review
  http://www.edusolution.com/default.htm
• History Shack
  http://www.historyshack.com/Regents%20Review%20Room.htm
• History Teacher Net
  http://www.historyshack.com/Regents%20Review%20Room.htm
• Mr. History
  http://www.geocities.com/mrhistorys/
• NYCENET Regents Review
  http://schools.nycenet.edu/d75/his/regents.htm
• NYSED
  http://www.nysed.gov
• Oswego Regents Exam Prep Center
  http://regentsprep.org/
• PH School - American History
  http://www.phschool.com/curriculum_support/brief_review/us_history/index.html
• PH School - Global Studies
  http://www.phschool.com/curriculum_support/brief_review/global_history/index.html
• Regents Review LIVE
  http://www.regentsreviewlive.net/rrl/courses/global_history.html
• Social Studies Help Center
  http://www.socialstudieshelp.com/Amer_History_Syallbus.htm
• West Islip Regents Review Links
  http://www.wi.k12.ny.us/links/regents.htm

Ever get stuck on a homework assignment and need to talk to a teacher????

The answer is Dial a Teacher:  212-777-3380

This is a program collaboratively sponsored by the United Federation of Teachers and Department of Education of the City of New York.

Click to read more about this highly successful program:

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/29/nyregion/thecity/29fyi.html

Below is a link to some fabulous tips on Thematic Essay Writing for the Regents:

http://oswego.org/staff/tcaswell/wg/theme.htm

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT!!!

• Britannica
  http://www.britannica.com
• Dictionary
  http://www.dictionary.com
• Refdesk
  http://www.refdesk.com

         "The Archaeological History of the City of New York"

Christopher Ricciardi, PHD, Project Archaeologist for the US Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, will give a discussion on the men, women and children who made this city great and how the city and ist residents have changed over the years.  This is stuff that is not in the history books!

Monday, May 7, 2007 @ 7:00 p.m.

at The Greater Astoria Historical Society

Quinn's Gallery (4th Floor), 35-20 Broadway, Long Island City, NY 11106

For other great events, check their site at www.astorialic.org

Call all students who are seeking summer employment, click here:

http://www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/services-employment-syep.html

The New York City Youth Summer Employment Program is accepting online job applications for summer jobs starting at $7.15 per hour.

"When the student is ready. . . the lesson appears."   Gene Oliver

"Without you guys, it just wouldn't be any fun.  Thanks for being you."

                                                                       Miss T

At your request, a list of our local Councilman, Senators, Borough President and Congressman:

http://centralastoria.org/CommunityInformationDirectory.htm

Remember what we discussed about the protocol surrounding formal letters to public officials. 

Tuesday, June 19th at 1:15 p.m.

Be prepared -- Bring two pens and two pencils, tissues and a water bottle (plastic container).  Wear comfortable cool clothing.  Last, but not least, STUDY!!!! 

This is a great tool for finding out requirements for different occupations!

THE OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK HANDBOOK

http://www.bls.gov/oco/