Staff Spotlight On Ms. Lee!

For our Spotlight interviews we chose to interview Ms. Lee. So, here are a few things we learned about her. These are a few questions we asked her and the answers.

What is your favorite color?
My favorite color is pink..


What is your favorite animal?
My favorite animal is a swan.

If you could travel to anywhere, where would it be and why?
Italy, because I have always wanted to go to Venice and see the canals.

Who is your favorite writer?
My favorite writer is J.K. Rowling.

Do you miss being a kid?
Yes I do miss being a kid.

What do you like to do for a hobby?
I love to crochet.

Who is your favorite singer?
My favorite singer is no one.

What kind of desserts do you like?
My favorite dessert is ice cream.

Do you like working as an after school teacher and why?
Yes, because I like to work with kids.

How many pets do you have? What are they?
I have one turtle and two fishes.




Interviewed by Mariana Cisneros-Chavez and Jamie Gress
Written and edited by Jamie Gress
Photographs by Jamie Gress and Alex Gress

Pennies for Patients Week 2

At the end of our second week of the Pennies for Patients campaign, William Land students, families, and staff have raised over $600 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society! That means we raised an additional $200 this week. Thank you so much for everyone's participation, but we still have one more week to go and this is the final stretch! The Pennies for Patients campaign ends on Friday, February 24 and the primary and intermediate class that raises the most money will win a pizza party. In the lead, currently, is Mr. Wong's class for primary and Ms. Mora's class for intermediate. Now is the time to turn over those couch cushions, empty those changes jars, and and get every penny in before the deadline!

Spirit Day Winners For February 17th

We wanted to announce that the winners of the February 17th School Spirit Day are Ms. Tek/Ms. Zhang's class for primary with 54% participation and Ms. Xie's class for intermediate with 54% participation as well. If your class didn't win, you will have another chance to earn spirit points on Friday March 3, 2017 which is also School Spirit Day.

LegendARY Dinner

"If you could have dinner with anyone in the world, living or dead, who would it be and why?"

If I could go to dinner with anyone in the world, I would go to dinner with 2-Pac. I would go to dinner with 2-Pac because he is an idol, from his music to some of the actions that he has made. I'm pretty sure most of us know that 2-Pac's music is hecka tight but most people don't know about the actions he took to overcome violence.

For example, I am not sure you know this, but a long time ago, 2-Pac was part of a movement to bring peace between gangs. This helped protect kids from any violence on the streets. Though he had his own moments of violence, we all have times that we regret in the future. These are a few reasons I would go to dinner with 2-Pac.



Written by Rianah Alani Pro
Edited by Ms. D

Pennies for Patients Week 1

Friday marked the end of the first week of the Pennies for Patients campaign. In the first week alone, we have raised over $400 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Great job William Land students, staff, and families! Let's keep it up! Remember that the primary and intermediate class that raise the most amount of money will be awarded a pizza party at the end of the campaign. In the lead currently is Mr. Wong's class for primary and Ms. Padilla's class for intermediate. There is still a lot more time to gather donations. Remember, every penny counts!

Lincoln's Birthday

President Lincoln is one of our most well known presidents for his role in keeping the United States of America together during the Civil War. He also signed the Emancipation Proclamation which freed the slaves. Because of his importance, we remember him and his work by celebrating his birthday as a national holiday. This Monday, February 13, 2017 there will be no school and no program. Have a great three day weekend!

Staff Spotlight on Mr. Jonathan!

We interviewed Mr. Jonathan for our "Spotlight on.." blog series and these are a few things we found out about him. These are the questions and answers. 

Mr. Jonathan just moved from 5/6th grade to 1st grade in the after school program because of staff changes so we asked him ...
Do you miss your old class?
I only miss them occasionally.





What is your favorite color?
My favorite color is green.

What is your favorite type of music?
My favorite music is any kind.

What is your favorite sport?
My favorite sport is basketball.


When Mr. Jonathan went to Disney World he went on a ride with water and he lost his glasses.
When are you getting new glasses?
In 2 or 3 weeks.

When did you graduate college?
I graduated in 2015.

What is your favorite TV show?
My favorite TV show is called "Happy Endings,"

Do you miss being a kid?
Yes I do miss being a kid.

What brand of shoes do you like?
I like Under Armor.

Can you do a British accent?
Yes, but a bad one.



Interviewed by Mariana Cisneros-Chavez and Jamie Gress
Photographs by Jessenia Robles
Written by Mariana Cisneros-Chavez
Edited by Jamie Gress

Artist Spotlight on Lillian Humes

Lillian is in our 3rd grade ASES classroom and is an avid artist.

Pennies for Patients

From February 6 to February 24 we will be doing Pennies for Patients. It was created by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. It helps children and young adults with leukemia and lymphoma get treatment. You can help by collecting quarters, nickels, and pennies and putting them in little boxes that will be sent home with your student.



Written and edited by Riley Wurster

Spirit Day Winners for February 3rd

We wanted to announce that the winners of the February 3rd Multicultural Spirit Day are Mr. Wong's class with 13 percent participation for primary and Ms. Xie's class with 33 percent participation for intermediate. If you didn't win, don't worry because February 17th is School Spirit Day, so you can earn spirit points then.





Written and edited by Jamie Gress