Phyllis Blog

  It's 5 am and the alarm is blaring in my ear. I wish I could sleep in but I have a plan today. My uncle texts me that he is on his way so I get up to grab my things. I grab my old backpack and throw a towel in there. Next, I grabbed some lures and my tackle box since we were going to be fishing. My rods also had to be ready so I grabbed those and put all my things by the door. I didn't want to waste any time so I ate a quick breakfast. My uncle pulled up shortly after and I threw my belongings in and settled in for the drive. Our first destination was not far from home; it was the gas station. He fueled up while I ran in for some snacks. The sun wasn’t up and the gas station windows were still fogged up. I looked around for a minute but only grabbed a chocolate milk and a Kit Kat. The day is still beginning and when walking out of the gas station I immediately felt that everglades humidity that made it feel muggy. The truck did not make it better since it was packed but the...

  Technology Our new facility is a state-of-the-art building with many modern technological advances. For example, there are smartboards in every room. This allows us to integrate technology into the classroom more often. We also allow students to bring their own laptops. On top of this, we provide laptops for students who don’t have one. This ensures that everyone has an equal opportunity to learn. Doors Our facility is also very secure. We provide each student with an I.D. that incorporates their name and picture. These are required to enter all doors inside and outside the building. If a student loses their I.D. they can purchase a replacement for ten dollars. Athletics We offer an abundant amount of athletic activities. These include football, soccer, cheerleading, basketball, track, cross country, and baseball. This gives students a wide range of variety. Our building is equipped with a full-size basketball court that includes six hoops. Currently on the way is a soccer field ...