February Journals

How are you liking our weather? Did you enjoy the Super Bowl yesterday? What was your favorite commercial? Least favorite? Did you watch the groundhog see his shadow? Do you believe in the tradition of groundhog’s day? Explain all your answers

What do you like most about KHS? What do you like least about KHS? How would you change or improve KHS (be realistic and make sure it is something you could control or make happen)? Explain all answers

Who is your hero? Who do you look up to and why?

Would you rather: Spend a week with your greatest love OR Spend a lifetime with someone who only “kind of” loves you? Explain

Would you rather live where there are earthquakes or tornadoes? Explain

How was your weekend? Do you believe in Valentine’s Day? Go into detail with all your responses

In regard to this week of “Random Acts of Kindness”, can you think of a time that you were “randomly” helped or that you “randomly” helped someone else? What occurred and how did it make you feel? If you have never had this happen, think about how you could help a complete stranger, in order to better our world

Now that you are done with the poetry project, how do you feel? Do you feel confident and proud of the work you are submitting? Did you have fun putting it together?

Who is your Valentine this year? Does your family celebrate Valentine’s Day?

Explain a positive and negative Valentine’s Day experience. When, Where, Why, How, and Who?

Based upon your recent grades, what can you do to improve? Are you happy or disappointed with your grades and why?

Do you know our school mission and vision? What is the focus of our school and the expectations of our students?

What classes are you considering for next year? Are you excited about the selection available to you?

What do you do to relax and relieve stress? Do you feel you work better under pressure? Explain (and be appropriate)

What is your favorite rainy day activity? Do you like to be out in the rain? Explain

Have you ever set out to make your day or someone else’s day wonderful? What would you do to make someone (either stranger or known) have a better day? Give some examples and explain

Have you ever had an animal die? Have you ever had to put down an animal/pet? How did you know it was time? Was it something special to you, part of the family? How did you feel after they were gone?

You have finalized your classes for next year. Are you looking forward to the classes you have selected? Are you excited to be a junior?

Have any fun plans for the weekend? Have you purchased any Girl Scout Cookies (you can only get them in the month of February)? What is your favorite cookie and why?