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Good Luck with Your New Class!

Hi Everyone, This week I won't be sending you a list of new spelling words, as you will be

getting spelling words from your new teacher, Deborah Gordon. She will be taking Richard's place until he returns to teaching. She is an experienced teacher with strong computer skills

that she will be using in class. I will be around Neighborhood Center either helping with

registration, or substituting in different classes. I'll miss all of you, and I'll probably see you from time to time. If you haven't registered yet, please come to Neighborhood Center at 8:30am,

on Monday, August 31. You need to take a CASAS test before you can be assigned to a class.

Good luck in your new class. Best wishes, Linda

Spelling Words for the Week of August 24, 2009

Hi All, Hope you're enjoying your summer, and have been practicing English. This week on
Friday, August 28, there will be registration for returning students, and classes start again on
Monday, August 31. So, vacation is almost over. Some of you are starting Laney or other schools, and I want to wish you good luck. Come back and visit us when you can.
This week's spelling words are about Judge Sonia Sotomayor.
1. approve
2. appointment
3. Supreme Court
4. Democrats
5. Republicans
6. position
7. affirmed
8. intellect
9. temperament
10. integrity
11. independence
12. ably
13. thrilled
14. experienced
15. asset
16. aspects
17. Latino
18. opportunity
19. diabetic
20. disability
21. forbids
22. impairments
23. advocates
24. champion
25. current

Spelling Words for the Week of Aug. 17, 2009

Hi All, I'm still using my husband's old computer while I decide what to do. My computer isn't
worth fixing, so I need to make a decision soon. I'll keep you posted. Meanwhile I'm attending
all day workshops this week about Adult School. It's more tiring than teaching! I want to encourage you to write on the blog, and not just to me. This may get other students involved,
and it's good practice for your writing. This week's words are about health reform.
1. confused
2. current
3. private
4. public
5. insurance
6. derail
7. system
8. prevent
9. illness
10. access
11. financial
12. ruin
13. excessive
14. debate
15. essential
16. solution
17. industry
18. excuse
19. misled
20. multiple
21. restrict
22. physicians
23. administrative
24. diverse
25. similar

Spelling Words for the week of August 10, 2009

Hi Everyone, Sorry that this week's spelling words are a little late. While I was in LA, my
computer died, and I'm now usung my husband's old computer until I decide what to do. Either
I will get my old computer repaired, or have to buy a new one. I'll make my decision after I
go to the computer store. I had a great time in LA, and I'm happy to be home. Hope you are
all enjoying this wonderful summer. This week's words are about the state budget.
Best regards, Linda P.S. Keep e-mailing me, and I will answer you when I can.
1. regain
2. economic
3. integrity
4. budgeting
5. accountability
6. turmoil
7. opportunity
8. permanent
9. downturn
10. acknowledge
11. unwilling
12. unpopular
13. balance
14. excessive
15. borrowing
16. worthy
17. recession
18. unemployment
19. revenue
20. forecast
21. vital
22. eliminated
23. conserve
24. convince
25. accurate

Spelling words for week of Aug. 3, 2009

Hi Everyone,  August is already here so quickly.  I've heard from a few students

over vacation, and it's not too late to e-mail me and let me know what

you're doing this summer.  My e-mail address is Newbuc@aol.com.  I'll be going to L.A. (Los Angeles) this weekend, so I might be a little late with the spelling

words for next week.  Also, please let me know if there are particular spelling

words that you would like to learn.  These words are about adult education.  Enjoy our gorgeous weather.   Love, Linda

1.  critical

2.  persistence

3.  remove

4.  barriers

5.  orientation

6.  relationships

7.  self-efficacy

8.  significant

9.  specific

10.  motivation

11.  benefit

12.  goals

13.  participation

14.  focus

15.  colleagues

16.  mentors

17.  identify

18.  support

19.  determination

20.  advice

21.  increase

22. strategies

23.  techniques

24.  accessible

25.  overcome   

Spelling words for week of July 27, 2009

Hi Everybody,

Hope you enjoyed another beautiful weekend in the Bay Area.  My husband and  I

went to the Kite Festival at the Berkeley Marina.  There were so many kites of all

sizes and shapes, some extremely large and colorful.  Luckily, there was enough wind to keep the kites going.  Also, this event attracts families from all different

backgrounds and countries.  It was a real multicultural event.

The spelling words this week are about the arrest of Professor Gates, by a police

officer, when breaking into his own house.  President Obama got involved because it was a racial profiling situation.

1.  accused

2.  arrested

3.  racial

4.  profiling

5.  uproar

6.  hastened

7.  controversy

8.  invited

9.  professor

10.  conceded

11.  ill-chosen

12.  apology

13.  rancorous

14.  back-and-forth

15.  transpired

16.  lighten

17.  situation

18.  commiserated

19.  multiracial

20.  fallout

21.  disorderly

22.  conduct

23.  remarks

24.  compelled

25.  mushroomed

 

Just wondering why?

Hi Everyone, How’s your summer vacation. Did you check the blog everyday?
Linda Teacher posted the vocabulary every week, did you follow? I did.
I wondering Why Linda Teacher Just brought few students to visited Richard. If I don’t have to work I would go together next time. Thank you. Enjoy your vacation. See you soon

Spelling words for week of July 20, 2009

Hi Everyone,  Hope you enjoyed another beautiful week in sunny Oakland, or

wherever you live.  I'm enjoying spending time in my backyard garden, and taking

care of the plants and flowers.  A few of us visited with Richard this week and he

was so happy to see us.  He suggested maybe a small BBQ in August.  I'll keep you posted.  Your teacher, Linda

This week's words are about skyscrapers going green.

1.  skyscraper

2.  facade

3.  insulate

4.  energy

5.  tenants

6.  desirable

7.  property

8.  environmental

9.  improvements

10.  gamble

11.  skyline

12.  upgrade

13.  structures

14.  efficient

15.  managers

16.  convince

17.  building

18.  financial

19.  retrofits

20.  technology

21.  occupancy

22.  renovation

23.  recycled

24.  preserve

25.  modifications  

Have good time with Richard

It's Linda, Richard, Kathleen, Kaiyan, Ella on the picture.

These pictures were took in Richard's home today. We went to visit him. He became thiner than before and looked tired, but we were happy to see him.

His daughter (the dog) was so enthusiastic for our coming, she wanted to kiss every guests, but only me have the pleasure got one of her kiss, even I told her I don't want to kiss with her...

Spelling Words for week of July 13, 2009

Hi Everyone,   Hope you're enjoying the beautiful weather.  Today I went kayacking in Sausalito with my husband  and friends.  We had a kayack for two 

people and I sat in the back and helped to steer the boat.   It was fun being on the water.  I've been e-mailing about 6 students and I'd like to hear from you.  Please

e-mail me at Newbuc@aol.com and I will answer you.   Richard is feeling better after his last treatment.   

This week's words are in memory of Michael Jackson, a famous singer who died

a few weeks ago.  He was known as the "King of Pop".

1.  entertainer

2.  icon

3.  legend

4.  international

5.  creative

6.  talent

7.  phenomenon

8.  charitable

9.  special

10.  childlike

11.  spotlight

12.  fame

13.  addictive

14.  controversial

15.  dynamic

16.  memorial service

17.  funeral

18.  spectacle

19.  awards

20.  global

21.  superstar

22.  monoculture

23.  spirit

24.  performer

25.  entertainment

Spelling Words for week of July 6, 2009

Hi everyone,  Hope you enjoyed your July 4th weekend.  I was in Sausalito and

was able to see some local fireworks there. On Sunday, I went on a long hike, and

now I'm feeling very tired and sore.  I want to recommend the movie "Up" and it

is appropriate for kids and adults.  It is in local theaters and it is animated, 

funny, and has adult emotional content.  Even if you don't understand all the

spoken language, you will get the message.  

I spoke to Richard today, and he had a good trip back East for his father's 

memorial service and to visit his 95 year old Aunt.  He is feeling better and going in for a treatment on Tuesday.  We all hope he continues to do well. 

1.  assisting

2.  badge

3.  cap

4.  elderly

5.  fake

6.  fix up 

7.  flightless

8.  waterfall

9.  desperate

10.  successful

11.  permission

12.  solution

13.  owe

14.  productive

15.  dutiful

16.  support

17.  get ahead

18.  obstacle

19.  recognize

20.  aim

21.  collaborate

22.  hook

23.  nag

24.  push

25.  promotion

 

 

Spelling Words for week of June 29

Hi Everyone,  Hope your summer is going well and have a safe, happy July 4th weekend.   Don't get caught with any fireworks, and don't eat too much BBQ.

This week's words are 15 most commonly misspelled words and 10 words about Independence Day.  Please e-mail me and let me know what kind of spelling words you would like for another week.  Thank you to those students who have e-mailed me, and I will be getting back to you.  My e-mail address is Newbuc @aol.com.

Please keep in touch this summer.  I miss all of you.   Love,   Your teacher Linda

1.  succeed

2.  necessary

3.  connected

4.  their

5.  accelerate

6.  obstinate

7.  responsibility

8.  hindrance

9.  hospitality

10. leisurely

11.  shield

12.  innovative

13.  proceed

14.  tropical

15.  yield

16.  soldiers

17.  colonists

18.  independence

19.  declaration

20.  liberty

21.  pursuit

22.  happiness

23.  pledge

24.  honor

25.  dangerous

Fathers Day

Thank you for contributing to my wonderful Father's Day.

My kids cooked me breakfast.

A friend invited me to dinner.

Of course, I shared the cards you created with everyone!

Thanks again. (Even the slightly delinquent ones)

I wish you a summer of fun and learning, but I can only wish for you. You have to go out and have fun and practice English.

Love


ps Special thanks to Linda and her husband, John, who hand delivered the Father's Day cards to my home on Friday afternoon.

Spelling Words for Week of June 22

Hi Everyone,  Enjoy the first week of summer.  If you need to reach me, you can

e-mail me at Newbuc@aol.com.  Please let me know if there are particular words you would like to learn.  Best wishes, Linda

1.  appreciate

2.  variety

3.  enthusiastic

4.  realize

5.  eventually

6.  control

7.  abstain

8.  conscience

9.  function

10. extreme

11. improve

12.  laughter

13. mischief

14.  complex

15.  partner

16.  constant

17.  employ

18. create

19. quiet

20. actual

21. complain

22. explain

23. simply

24. promotion

25. progress