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Princeton Academy News
Week in Review 12-05-08
December 05, 2008
The geodesic dome greenhouse is all enclosed now, and work on the inside is in full swing. When completed, a 1200 gallon water tank will absorb heat from the sun during the day and slowly release it at night, keeping the temperature moderate for growing plants year-round.
Wednesday afternoon 46 middle schoolers from grades 5 through 8 competed in the preliminary round of the 2009 National Geographic Geography Bee. It was a spirited competition enjoyed by spectators and contestants alike. Our knowledge of U.S. geography and World geography was challenged by a variety of questions that covered these subjects in great depth. Five contestants emerged as finalists who will move onto the Championship round as yet to be scheduled.
Noted author and proponent of single sex education Abigail James spoke to parents on the topic of "Teaching the Male Brain." She worked with faculty the following day at the in-service workshop. Dr. James believes that boys learn in different ways and that educators and parents need to understand those differences when teaching and parenting.
