Galena Swim and Dive

At Galena High School, we believe in fostering a culture of engaged learning and personal growth. In our sophomore and senior English classes, we'll dive deep into literature, sharpen our writing skills, and explore the power of speaking and listening to language. Our outdoor-focused Academic Success course offers students in grades 9-12 unique opportunities to connect with nature while developing essential life skills.

What to Expect:

• A blend of traditional and technology-enhanced learning
• Emphasis on structured, paper-based notetaking
• Regular use of school-issued laptops and Canvas LMS
• Opportunities for collaborative discussions and independent work
• Engaging outdoor experiences (Academic Success)

Keys to Success:

1. Come prepared with notebooks and writing tools daily
2. Actively participate in class discussions and activities
3. Stay organized with your note-taking system
4. Regularly check Canvas for assignments and updates
5. Maintain a healthy balance of sleep, nutrition, exercise, and social connections

Grading and Progress:

• Canvas will reflect your most up-to-date grades
• Infinite Campus sync will have a delay
• Families: Please work with your student to view Canvas progress together

Remember, our focus is on creating meaningful learning experiences, not excessive homework. However, be prepared to engage in thoughtful reading and writing outside class as needed.

Let's make this an incredible year of growth, discovery, and Grizzly pride!

(Prepared with the assistance of Claude 3.5 Sonnet using a collection of Wilkinson-authored blog posts and memo content along with carefully engineered prompting. Prompts and content available on request.)

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