The 21 juniors in Ann Canniff’s English 11 Honors class at Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School showcased their writing, literacy, and technology talents during the first annual Young Authors Night. With a focus on the American Colonial period, the evening included readings of students’ original works, presentations of Colonial tombstone epitaphs and artwork, SmartBoard activities, and a viewing of student portfolios.
In class, the students have been reading “The Scarlett Letter” and other Colonial-period works and will take a one-day field trip to Salem, Massachusetts where they will visit the historic town and view such places as the Charter Street Cemetery.
Audience members included Board of Education President Laura Gavey, Board trustee Michael Greb, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Kathleen Bannon, members of the high school administration and staff, family members, and friends.
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