vocabulary
a school professional who helps students learn
What is a teacher?
Who is the middle or elementary principal?
Mrs. Olson
Mrs. Deiter
Who is the character in the book?
Asha
a class that can be chosen but is not required
What is an elective?
What does to blush mean?
your cheeks or face turns red because you are embarrassed
a school professional who is in charge of a school
What is a principal?
Who is the gym teacher?
Mrs. Reabe
or Mr. Schaeur
What is the setting?
Asha's school, Cooper Middle School
the topic of a class or lesson, such as math, science, or reading
What is subject?
Page 7--What does 'her mind raced' mean?
when you cannot stop thinking of things
a school professional who takes care of sick or hurt people
What is a nurse?
Who is the librarian?
Mrs. Carlson
What is the problem?
Asha is nervous because it is her first day and she is from South Africa.
a plan for when things will happen; can include specific times for starting and finishing
What is a schedule?
What does 'save a seat' mean?
to save a chair next to you for a friend
a school professional who works in a library; also called a librarian
What is a media specialist?
Who is the guidance counselor?
Mrs. Kilgas
How does the problem get resolved?
Asha gets help from teachers and then helps a new student on her first day.
A special event to honor students who complete high school or college
What is graduation?
What does 'her knees began to shake' mean?
It means she was very scared and nervous