First Day of Seminary 2015-16

Dear Seminary Students and Parents/Guardians,

As we approach the first day of Seminary for the 2015-16 academic year, I would like to share a few things with you regarding the classroom. 

Classroom Times & Bus Information:

Seminary will begin on time at 6:00 am without exception. Please make it a priority to be in the classroom and seated in a timely fashion. The senior class will be meeting in the primary room.

For those of you who rely on the school bus for transportation to get to Bartlett and East High schools. Class will wrap up at 6:35 am. and you will be dismissed at 6:40 am. to ensure you are able catch your assigned bus without delay.

If you require early dismissal, please let me know prior to class. 

 Bartlett
You have to walk this far: 0.09 mi.
You are assigned to this bus stop: BAXTER RD @ COLGATE DR
Where bus number 26 (Route 26HA) arrives at 6:50 AM

East
You have to walk this far: 0.12 mi.
You are assigned to this bus stop: KENSINGTON DR @ CAMROSE DR
Where bus number 40 (Route 40HA) arrives at 7:00 AM

A Student Lead Classroom:

As Disciples of Christ, it is important we know how to share the Lord’s message. It is with this is mind I will be instituting a student lead program. Once a week students will take turns leading the class as the facilitator. Assignments will be given to the student in advance to allow them to prepare to teach. Every student will have the opportunity to teach (without exception). If you require assistance fulfilling this assignment please let me know.

Food & Beverages:

The Church has a no food policy outside the cultural hall or kitchen area. I will be enforcing this rule with few exceptions. It is important you eat your breakfast prior to coming to class (or afterwards). The only beverage I will allow in the classroom will be water. Please do not bring juice, sports drinks, energy drinks or any other non-water products into the classroom.

Presidential Award:

Each year President Fisher hands out the Presidential Award. This is a prestigious gift awarded to those that have 100% attendance, memorized all 25 scripture mastery verses for the year, those who have read all the assigned scripture text for the year. It is a personal goal of mine to help all of you receive this award.

Genesis and Exodus:

This year will mark the finally year of seminary for the bulk of the class and the first year of seminary for myself. Together, we are going to have an excellent time developing a new found knowledge of, and love for, the Old Testament. I am excited to meet you all and to get to know you more personally. As your teacher I am here to help you grow in the gospel. The seminary objective is to help youth and young adults understand and rely on the teachings and Atonement of Jesus Christ, qualify for the blessings of the temple, and prepare themselves, their families, and others for eternal life with their Father in Heaven. This is my mission and with your help, we will accomplish this divine goal.

See you Monday ~ Brother Dustin Morris