Astronauts on the International Space Station continue testing the VEGGIE hardware for growing vegetables and plants in space. VEGGIE provides lighting and nutrient supply for plants in the form of a low-cost growth chamber and planting "pillows" -- helping provide nutrients for the root system. via NASA http://1.usa.gov/1W1CMqb

How To Have A Great First Day Of SchoolAdjust your sleep schedule and take in quality fuel for your body/brain Arrive at school early and find your way around campusKeep a pic of the Bell Schedule on your phoneResearch teacher websites for particular supplies to bringPersonal interactions with friends: ask questions, be positive, don’t judge, be empathicStart a TO DO list and get organized to be a step aheadBe creative and make a memorable first impression with all of your teachers2100+ people can be overwhelming. Reach out to one new friend in every classBring food or money for lunch Use your phone to take photos of info you’ll need laterListen for announcements of events and get involvedBe YOU when it comes to clothing (confident and comfortable) Smile and ask questionsDon’t obsess about what others are thinking about you

One of my favorite scenes from Stephen Spielberg's movie Lincoln captures how Euclid's Books of Logic and Geometry shaped thousands of minds including Abraham Lincoln. "Things which are equal to the same thing are equal to each other." This SELF-EVIDENT truth shaped President Lincoln which in turn shaped the future of our country and millions of lives around the world.I believe my students saw mathematics in a new light today connecting history, logic, decision making, war and peace.Every student should see the entire film of Lincoln.

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