Mar 14 - Mar 18

We are working hard preparing our Technical Writing instructions in Writer’s Workshop for next week’s Writing Buddy and Community of Editors reviews. Our Eagles took time to test out each other’s instructions using real-world tests (using the software, making the object, learning a game) and gave feedback. Some heroes admitted that they are not strong writers or they struggle with spelling, but they are being brave and trying something new or asking friends for help. We are looking forward to feedback from our Writing Buddies!

      

This week in Quest, the Eagles developed their arcade game plan, including budgeting for their supplies, were able to shop for tape, boxes, cardboard tubes, marbles, ping pong balls, hot glue, and many other options so that they can customize their game. The energy level while building was high! Eagles are having a great time using their imagination and creating the 3 simple machines their games must include. Everyone is looking forward to the competition and displaying their hard work. 

            

We’ve seen “Spring of Deception” this week during Free Time, from icy winds, to warm, sunny days. Everyone has been enjoying the good days and making the most of the not-so-good days. We’ve adjusted the schedule to include other fun activities, like more time for drama and extra time during DEAR for Fun Friday!  

Our P.E. leaders had a great time introducing us to new games (one indoors) and everyone seem to be building stamina and strength during our new workout and warm-up options. Several friends have worked really hard to advance up Freedom Levels and are getting voted into leadership positions for the first time - including leading P.E. It’s really exciting to see the Eagles working hard and earning new freedoms.  

The Drama performances were voted on this week in preparation for the Exhibition in a couple of weeks. Heroes are thinking through costumes, and the plays that didn’t win absorbed the other teams so they can have extras, stage hands, and understudies for the big event. This session has been full of creativity and imagination as they’ve worked through several drafts of scripts, worked on their characters, and are now considering props and sets. 

  

Studio Maintenance is an essential part of Acton and the Eagles have been demonstrating hard work, dedication, and responsibility this week. They decided that Studio Maintenance worked best when everyone had their own task. Each hero has been responsible for one task this week, and they have even worked together to accomplish tasks for absent friends all week. The studio is full of pride and is demonstrating to everyone that sees it that Eagles care deeply about hard work and responsibility. 

During Friday’s Town Hall, several big issues were presented to the group. After discussion and voting, each member of the group was able to feel heard and understood. The conversations ranged from starting an “Emergency Town Hall” to address urgent weekly issues that can’t wait until Friday, to working through conflict regarding holding each other accountable. The Eagles were respectful, thoughtful contributors, and excellent listeners. When they vote, even those who vote against the proposal keep their friends’ feelings in mind and the studio maintains integrity and cooperation.