Learning in Language Arts
In Language Arts here at James D. Adams we have been using some of the skills and resources taught by Kelly Estepp on using vocabulary and also argument writing….
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Teaching Scarcity Through Zoo Design
In my economics classroom, I am always searching for ways to turn abstract theories into tangible experiences that resonate with high schoolers. To achieve this, I introduced the Zoo…
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Kentucky Studies Update
Spotlight on “Kentucky’s Role in the Civil War” In Kentucky Studies at Jackson County High School, students are diving into our current unit, “Kentucky’s Role in the Civil War.”…
Talking About Text: Building Understanding Through Timed-Pair-Share
While studying the Holocaust through various texts, including Shores Beyond Shores: From Holocaust to Hope by Irene Butter and several news articles about Olympians who competed in the 1936…
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Kentucky Youth Association
As a Language Arts teacher, It is truly a blessing to have the opportunity to accompany my students and witness them presenting and learning about how our government works….
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Jackson County High School Scores Big for Mental Health at District Basketball Game!
Jackson County High School recently demonstrated its commitment to student well-being by partnering with the Rae of Sunshine Foundation for our much-anticipated district basketball game against North Laurel. The…
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Students Reimagine Lexington’s History Through New Historical Markers
As Lexington celebrates its 250th anniversary, students at STEAM Academy in Fayette County Public Schools are contributing to the community’s reflection on the past while imagining a more inclusive…