Welcome

= **Mission** **Statement** = // We are students in Honors English 11 and Pre-AP 11 transcending physical classroom walls to build a virtual community of readers, writers and learners. // We believe that we build tomorrow with the tools we gain today. Academics and business people echo this idea. Students must have “21st Century skills” to succeed in the new century. The skills of tomorrow build on the skills of today, and we believe in starting preparation for tomorrow, right now.
 * // This is the future. //**

We believe in an increasingly global society. We believe that communication involves increasingly distant audiences every day. We strive to ask questions, get answers, and consider varying opinions and experiences. We commit to understanding our audience and our purpose as we present our ideas to the virtual world.
 * // The world is more than Middletown, more than Delaware, more than the United States. //**

We believe that information literacy is a priority in a world that exponentially produces new information each day. We believe that skills to navigate and adapt in an information world are a priority.
 * // Literacy extends beyond the traditional print approach. //**

We believe in stressing the importance of key issues in technology ethics and user responsibility. We focus on Internet safety, ethical and fair use of information and resources, netiquette, and the power and responsibilities of citizenship in a digital world.
 * // The 21st Century demands ethics and responsibility from its digital citizens. //**

We believe that setbacks and even failure can play a vital role in success. Through your struggles, be it at the beginning, in the middle, or at the end, our community will continue to change and grow stronger. If you suffer setbacks, please contact us and clearly describe your problem. Do not let temporary impediments hinder your full and optimal participation in our community.
 * // Sometimes success rises from failure. //**

We believe that 100% participation in our community, by each and every member, is crucial for the overall quality of content and collaboration. We believe that each and every one of you is capable of what is set in front of you. We know you can do it.
 * // Not doing it is NOT an option. //**