By Chad Zabeck Making Sense of the Sixties hosted by Randy Nelson with special guests Mike Lichty, Joyce Reif, and more often than not, Joanne Storlie. This class offered a brief look at the times and elements that contributed to the making of what was known as the Sixties. Inspired by a film with the … [Read more…]
By Angie Peterson Looking around Mini-School, you’ll see a lot of special people, students and teachers. Most of the students have come a long way since their first days in the program. The teachers have helped them get there. I think that most people who aren’t involved with Mini-School don’t realize what the program does … [Read more…]
By Raeann Rasmussen, Chad Zaback, and Dan Terry In the absence of Doug and Pauline, due to their Southwest Expedition, we the few and brave left in Mini-School were faced with only math and social studies. Ramona to the rescue. Inspired by the lack of attendance in her math block, Ramona offered the first annual … [Read more…]
By Karen Kenefick I felt it was necessary that we take some time to think about Mini-School’s very own Randy Nelson. It is really hard to describe in one article who this man is because there is so much to be said. He is one of the cornerstones that made the program. He works very … [Read more…]
By Patty Heien and Jill Maxson We asked the simple question, “How would you describe Mini-School as opposed to how you would describe mainstream?” The results were kinda funny. Mini talks about mainstream Raeann- Good place to be if you can handle it. Dan- Teachers don’t treat us like individuals as opposed to Mini-School. Jed- … [Read more…]
By Josh Stinson Philosophy with Randy was an experience. Randy covered the basic principles of philosophy. His easy-going methods of teaching were lapped up eagerly by the students. There was a lot to swallow, but Randy’s scintillating interpretations of ideas and concepts were understood by all. There was also a stimulating group with different ideas … [Read more…]
By David Zytkoskee What choices do people in Mini-School have? This is a simple question commonly asked by new people in Mini, but no one takes the time to answer. That’s why I’m here, to let you know what is offered here in Mini. Let’s begin with Hour 1 (although I’m in mainstream the first … [Read more…]
By Josh Stinson I am a laborer for a construction company. I do what nobody else wants to. I do the work like digging drain tile, hauling lumber, putting in erosion fences, and laying erosion fences blankets. I also clean up the job sites. I save the company a lot of money because if I … [Read more…]
By Hendrickson and Wright This school has the right to search through your locker and your personal things without you there. This is not right at all. There are also a lot of double standards. I’m not saying that students and “adults” should be equal, BUT the students should have some privacy. Students have no … [Read more…]
By Josh Hendrickson Bicycling is a deadly serious activity. NOT! It is real fun with the right bike and equipment. Biking can be fun for just cruising around, or for exercise to get in shape and to stay that way. It is also a good way to get around if you don’t have a car. … [Read more…]