Chimdindu Madubuchi, a student at Wilkinson Middle School, came in second place in the Mesquite ISD District Spelling Bee. The best students in grades 4 through 8 from all over the district took part in the competition. The result put the school in a high place in the district-level academic competition.

Q1. What is the usual schedule for classes at Mesquite's Wilkinson Middle School?

Ans. Most lessons start with a short introduction, then go into instruction, and finally move on to practice, where students use the same idea.

Q2. What kinds of writing do students do at Wilkinson Middle School?

Ans. Students often write down their thoughts and the steps they took to solve problems next to their answers.

Q3. How does Wilkinson Middle School use examples from the classroom?

Ans. Teachers keep examples in view while students work, so they can look back at each step while they practice.

Q4. What does Wilkinson Middle School do about corrections?

Ans. Students look over their returned work, mark the wrong answers, and then rewrite them using the right method that was taught in class.

Q5. What do teachers at Wilkinson Middle School usually do to end lessons?

Ans. Usually, a short recap question or written check is done before the end of class.