Hi Terri:
Two things always seem to liven things up: the notice of a guest speaker or the announcement of a planned field trip. Probably because it's something different, or the activity sparks interest in the students, these activities are almost always memorable, and be motivational and even inspiraing to some students who've become lulled into the doldrums. We should plan these more often. It has such a powerful and significant impact on students.
Regards, Barry
