It’s Homecoming Week! 🎉 What do you love most about being part of the Lakeside community? How do you show off your school spirit? What is your favorite Homecoming tradition or event?

Prompt Response: I love being able to talk to many of my peers and teachers about many relatable subjects. My favorite way to show off my school spirit is by dressing up during homecoming week. I really enjoy being able to dress up, and being able to do that for school spirit is really fun. My favorite Homecoming tradition is hanging out with friends before the actual dance. It's really great to socialize with my peers. 


Summary: We shared and presented our storyboards.


Reflection: I learned that certain subjects are universal even if they are not the same experience. I will use this information to relate to others. 

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