IN THE CLASSROOM
Geography class filters and drinks water using a LifeStraw Mrs. Swanson’s 6th Grade geography students have been researching and discussing ways in which African countries can overcome water problems by implementing various solutions. Last spring, the students got a chance to use a LifeStraw—a water filter that is often used in parts
of Africa as an inexpensive and effective way of preventing waterborne disease. The straw filters a maximum of 1,000 liters of water, enough for one person for one year, and removes almost all waterborne bacteria and parasites. After a few moments of hesitation, many of the students eagerly jumped on line to try out the LifeStraw. Many commented afterwards the water tasted exactly like the kind they buy in a store.
Class of 2019 makes blankets for children in need In May, the Junior Class gathered in the Auxiliary Gym to make no-sew fleece blankets for children in need as part of Project Linus. Each 11th Grade advisory was responsible for making one blanket for the service project. The mission of Project Linus is to collect and distribute homemade blankets to children in shelters, social service agencies, and hospitals. With chapters in every state, Project Linus has managed to deliver more than 7 million blankets since 1995. 44 Crimson Fall 2018