National Clean Up Your Room Day!
Did you know: The day helps garages, sheds, and cabinets see the light of day. Drawers, closets (did we say that already), and under the bed get thoroughly organized.
Today in History:Transcontinental railroad completed, unifying United States
On May 10, 1869, the presidents of the Union Pacific and Central Pacific railroads meet in Promontory, Utah, and drive a ceremonial last spike into a rail line that connects their railroads. This made transcontinental railroad travel possible for the first time in U.S. history. No longer would western-bound travelers need to take the long and dangerous journey by wagon train.
National Mental Health Awareness Month
Self Care Tips: Some of the numerous benefits of going outdoors include reduction in stress, improved mood, increased sense of calm, decrease in depression and anxiety, and can often serve as a source of inspiration.
Here are a few things you can do today: Exercise, do yoga or play a sport
“If you are graduating in June, please make sure to take care of any outstanding debts. Turn in those books ASAP and make sure to return your Chromebook at the end of the year. You may still participate in the graduation ceremony if your debt is not cleared, but you will not be able to pick up your diploma or get an Official Transcript. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Gabion in the office. Thank you.”
There will be a free Covid Vaccine Clinic held on site this Thursday between 1 and 5:30. All students 16 and older wishing to get their vaccine should preregister. Invite your families to come and get vaccinated too!
Quote of the day: “I found that with depression, one of the most important things you can realize is that you’re not alone. You’re not the first to go through it, you’re not gonna be the last to go through it,” — Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson