A Little Speed Dating in the Library

Mr. Thomas's English classes started off the week with a Book Speed Dating session.  Before we started Mr. Thomas went over his expectations for the activity with each class and what book speed dating is and Mrs. Absi went over genres and how to look on the book jacket and inside the book to find summaries, reviews and other information about the book.

There was an array of books from different genres on each table and the students had six minutes at each table to review the books and take notes.  They then switched to another table for another six minutes and continued moving to each of the nine tables to look over the selections on each one.  When we finished the students were able to choose their perfect date book to check out.

Teen Read Week October 13 -19, 2014

Teen Read Week was initiated in 1998 to promote young adult literature.  This year's theme is Seek the Unknown @ your library, explore and learn about the unknown through mystery, adventure, sci-fi, and fantasy books.

The library is holding an online contest during the week.  Each day we will post a question and draw 3 winners from the entries.  Each winner will be able to choose from a cart of Advanced copies of books that Mrs. Absi has received from publishers.

The contest is open to all students at Ashley High.  Type in your answer, your full name and your grade on the entry form and click the submit button.  We will announce the winners on the following morning.  Each day there will be a new question.  Good Luck!

Google Maps Invites You into Doctor Who's TARDIS

With the long-running sci-fi series celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, "Doctor Who" fans working for Google have worked a clever Easter egg into a recent Google Maps update. Not only can you spot the Doctor's TARDIS on the streets of London at this location, but a special arrow in the street allows users to actually travel inside and explore a 3D environment that's quite a bit bigger on the inside.

Click here to find out more about Doctor Who's 50th Anniversary - November 23rd and the history of the Doctors, their companions and monsters on the show.

YALSA's Teen Book Finder app

YALSA's Teen Book Finder is a free app for students, teachers, parents and anyone who enjoys YA literature.  Every day it will post 3 different titles in Today's Hot Picks, you can search for titles either by title, author, genre, year or award.  They also have Search by Booklist option that has lists such as Great Graphic Novels for Teens, Outstanding Books for the College Bound, Popular Paperbacks, Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers and others.



You can create your own Favorites List of titles you have read or want to read. You also have the ability to share suggested titles with friends on twitter and facebook.  The app is compatible with iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad.  An Android version of the app is planned for later in 2013.

Click on the link and it will bring you to iTunes App Store.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/yalsas-teen-book-finder/id527674308?mt=8    

Book Fair in the Media Center : May 22-24

There will be a Book Fair held in the Media Center this week, Wednesday through Friday.  It will be open from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm each day.  If you cannot make it to the library, you can shop online until June 6th.    See the Book Fair icon at the top of this page.

Ashley Prom : May 18, 2013

Go ahead and mark you calendars!  When people are dressed in their best attire; Matching their dates for a day. This is the day of prom, where the theme this year will include The Great Gatsby.

The Great Gatsby, which is a part of the Great Read, will be providing the guests with a entertainment. People can look forward to music, awesome DJ’ing, great atmosphere, and food catered by Bon’ Appetite. If you are interested in participating in this extravagant of an event, there are steps in order to attend.

All you have to do is go to the AHS website, download application link, make sure you pay all of your fines, and then purchase your tickets. Tickets can be purchased via online, or paid with cash in person during the time period from April fifteenth to May first. You may be wondering about the opportunity of becoming prom princess/prom prince or becoming prom king/prom queen. The process is simple, just buy a ticket and your name is automatically put on the ballot. Ticket prices start out at sixty five dollars a person.

The only thing that you cannot forget is to make sure you get to prom ON TIME. It is best to arrive early, ahead of time before doors lock at seven thirty p.m. Just remember that the prom experience is an amazing one, and a time period you’ll remember for the rest of your life. On your mark get ready…. and Go!

written by Raesean  O.

Prom Application

Prom Tickets





Style Hints for Dress, Makeup, Hairstyles, and Music for Great Gatsby Theme