1. How to End the School Year Successfully… Words of Wisdom from Ms. Hogg The Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush

2. Rule #1 Dont ask me about the weather or complain about the temperature… – Regardless of whether its 75 degrees and sunny or 50 degrees and rainy, WE WILL STILL LEARN! – I have no control over the temperature of the building. Always wear layers! Sometimes the air conditioning will not work, so be prepared!

3. Rule #2 Dont ask me how many days of school are left… – I dont do countdowns. I believe the only way to truly be happy is to enjoy the moment! – Remember, you are only a freshman once, so enjoy this time of your life! You may be surprised at how sad you are at the end of the school year…

4. Rule #3 Dont come to school dressed for a party on the beach… – PLEASE remember the school dress code. – It is extremely awkward to ask a student to put on some appropriate clothes.... YIKES.

5. Rule #4 Continue to do what you do…. – 4 th marking period grades count just as much as any other marking period! MP 1, 2, 3, & 4 average together to calculate your final grade! – Expect homework assignments, classwork, projects, labs, and tests just as any other time of year!

6. Rule #5 Overall, have fun and enjoy this last part of the school year! – Lets work together to create a positive learning environment and end the school year successfully! – Believe it or not, I will miss having you as students next year!