Clickers Handheld Devices Make Learning Efficient and Fun

BJHS students in math, science, physical education and other subjects are now using "Clickers" in class to submit answers to questions rather than pencil and paper. Clickers are remote control devices (handhelds) that students use to individually log in and submit responses electronically. They're fun, they give immediate feedback, and they keep the students tuned in to the lesson. And since Clickers submit information electronically, reams of paper are eliminated, saving trees. BJHS faculty received Clickers training at workshops last week, and many are enthusiastic about creating content-specific games and quizzes using these handhelds. To learn more about Clickers, read this article from Wired.com.

Outdoor Education Junior Staff Enjoy a Weekend Winter Campout

Our BJHS Outdoor Education junior staff had a marvelous winter camping weekend (yes, they slept OUTSIDE in sleeping bags!) on January 19th and 20th. These eighth graders are preparing to be leaders of our spring Outdoor Education program, which will be the last week of April and the first week of May. (Click on the photo to view a larger version.)