HONORS
1. Finish film today....
CP 9
1. Education of Little Tree
-reading test: writing prompt on "Trading with a Christian"
-study guide for today's two chapters....do in groups to answer identifications
-quickly share "secret places"
-read A DANGEROUS ADVENTURE and THE FARM IN THE CLEARING for Wednesday
Monday, January 30, 2012
Thursday, January 26, 2012
ORANWGE DAY
HONORS
1. Same as black....begin the film....enjoy this break....
FRESHMEN ENGLISH CP
1. Little Tree
-take test/go over test for the chapters Pine Billy, Secret Place, and Grandpa's Trade
-class activity-on own, explore the identifications from the chapter that I post on the board...take these as your notes
-go over these notes
-'secret place' activity: Describe your "secret place," as Little Tree had in the chapter. Address the following: What did you do there? What did it look like? What did it smell like? WHy did you go? Who was/wasnt allowed? When was the last time you were there? HOw has this place changed?
-read the next two chapters for homework! ALWAYS expect a reading quiz!
1. Same as black....begin the film....enjoy this break....
FRESHMEN ENGLISH CP
1. Little Tree
-take test/go over test for the chapters Pine Billy, Secret Place, and Grandpa's Trade
-class activity-on own, explore the identifications from the chapter that I post on the board...take these as your notes
-go over these notes
-'secret place' activity: Describe your "secret place," as Little Tree had in the chapter. Address the following: What did you do there? What did it look like? What did it smell like? WHy did you go? Who was/wasnt allowed? When was the last time you were there? HOw has this place changed?
-read the next two chapters for homework! ALWAYS expect a reading quiz!
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
1 I AM THE CHEESE
-read article on Patriot Act and answer the questions I posted on the board
-discuss article and responses, including difficult vocab words in article
-reading in class: chapter 17, 18, 19, 20 (very short chapters were read in class)
-read chapter 21 and 22 on your own for homework
-study guide for these chapters was given....I will not 'collect' this guide, but it will be in your best interest to DO the studyguide, since it will help you on the test
-Test on Friday on chapter 17 through 22...be sure to read!
HONORS ENGLISH
1. Begin V FOR VENDETTA. Fun!!!
1 I AM THE CHEESE
-read article on Patriot Act and answer the questions I posted on the board
-discuss article and responses, including difficult vocab words in article
-reading in class: chapter 17, 18, 19, 20 (very short chapters were read in class)
-read chapter 21 and 22 on your own for homework
-study guide for these chapters was given....I will not 'collect' this guide, but it will be in your best interest to DO the studyguide, since it will help you on the test
-Test on Friday on chapter 17 through 22...be sure to read!
HONORS ENGLISH
1. Begin V FOR VENDETTA. Fun!!!
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
ORANGE DAY
HONORS
1 Same as black day....we did projects, and we will start the film on Thursday
CP 9
1. LITTLE TREE
-notes on Pine Billy and To Know the Past
-in class research: using at least three websites, take notes on "The Trail of Tears" and one other instance of the government oppression of American Indians....hand in your notes for a participation grade
-reading aloud/finish at home: "The Secret Place" and "Grandpa's Trade"
-we will have a quiz on Thursday on the chapters you were to read for today....as well as "Pine Billy"
1 Same as black day....we did projects, and we will start the film on Thursday
CP 9
1. LITTLE TREE
-notes on Pine Billy and To Know the Past
-in class research: using at least three websites, take notes on "The Trail of Tears" and one other instance of the government oppression of American Indians....hand in your notes for a participation grade
-reading aloud/finish at home: "The Secret Place" and "Grandpa's Trade"
-we will have a quiz on Thursday on the chapters you were to read for today....as well as "Pine Billy"
Thursday, January 12, 2012
ORANGE AND BLACK CLASSES: SUB PLANS FOR FRIDAY THE 13TH!!!
As you know, I will be out at a conference in Augusta today. As I write this, it is still snowing out and it is 8:30. I have no idea what tomorrow will bring for you: Delay, no school, alien invasion, Armageddon, etc....HOWEVER, if we do have school, you will have ALL your classes, in order that each teacher can see you before midyear exams. So here is the deal for all my lovely classes....
HONORS: Use your time today to do one of the following things: Work independently to finish THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO....remember that this will greatly help you as you write your midyear exam class response. Another choice you could make is to work with your partner to finish the awesome projects you are working on. If the sub/Mrs Lucas gives the OKAY for you to go to the library for a bit, then that is fine with me. Another option you could choose would be to have some trusty kid meander on down to the library and pick up the copy of THE COUNT movie....we are not watching this in class, but you might want to check it out as a group to watch some selected scenes. REMEMBER that all classes will present their projects on the first class after midterm exams
ENGLISH 12: You folks lucked out, since you were SUPPOSED to have a test on Ch 1-10 of I AM THE CHEESE. Here is what you should do today: On the left corner of my desk is a rack where I keep all your class folders, etc. There, you will find a copy of the test for ch 1-10. Work on this in class....although it WILL NOT count as a test. Instead, use it for a review, since doing so will help you on the midyear exam. Also, you should read the next two chapters (ch 11 and 12). They are short chapters. Be sure to bring YOUR BOOK to the midterm exam. And, also, study the last three vocab lists!!!
FRESHMEN ENGLISH: You did not have a reading assignment due today. I was only asking you to be studying your "stuff" for the midterm exam. During class today, I would like you to work on getting your notes in order so you can study (last three vocab....literary devices...short story notes...etc.). Read the next two chapters (Pine Billy and To Know the Past)....use time in class to begin reading these...make sure you have these two chatpers read for when you come into the midterm exam....the writing question I ask you will be on these two chapters!
CREATIVE WRITING: As we talked about last time, do one of two things today. First, use the class as a "woodstock" (Please tell the sub what this means so she doesnt think I am crazier than she already thinks I am...) to work on your final piece of writing. You can use some class time to watch BIG FISH, although, remember, you only have a 38 minute class, and I really want to watch the film with you! Ha Ha
(To my sub: THANKS!! I am presuming that you, Mrs WInslow, are still my sub for today. If someone else is reading this, my apologies. I spoke with Jen McCowan, and she told me she would apprise you of all you needed to know. She said she would get out my sub folder for you, but, in the event that something has gone awry, my sub folder--containing rosters, etc--can be located in the bottom right corner drawer of my desk....it is labeled SUB FOLDER. I hope all goes well for you today! Have a great day!!--Jared)
HONORS: Use your time today to do one of the following things: Work independently to finish THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO....remember that this will greatly help you as you write your midyear exam class response. Another choice you could make is to work with your partner to finish the awesome projects you are working on. If the sub/Mrs Lucas gives the OKAY for you to go to the library for a bit, then that is fine with me. Another option you could choose would be to have some trusty kid meander on down to the library and pick up the copy of THE COUNT movie....we are not watching this in class, but you might want to check it out as a group to watch some selected scenes. REMEMBER that all classes will present their projects on the first class after midterm exams
ENGLISH 12: You folks lucked out, since you were SUPPOSED to have a test on Ch 1-10 of I AM THE CHEESE. Here is what you should do today: On the left corner of my desk is a rack where I keep all your class folders, etc. There, you will find a copy of the test for ch 1-10. Work on this in class....although it WILL NOT count as a test. Instead, use it for a review, since doing so will help you on the midyear exam. Also, you should read the next two chapters (ch 11 and 12). They are short chapters. Be sure to bring YOUR BOOK to the midterm exam. And, also, study the last three vocab lists!!!
FRESHMEN ENGLISH: You did not have a reading assignment due today. I was only asking you to be studying your "stuff" for the midterm exam. During class today, I would like you to work on getting your notes in order so you can study (last three vocab....literary devices...short story notes...etc.). Read the next two chapters (Pine Billy and To Know the Past)....use time in class to begin reading these...make sure you have these two chatpers read for when you come into the midterm exam....the writing question I ask you will be on these two chapters!
CREATIVE WRITING: As we talked about last time, do one of two things today. First, use the class as a "woodstock" (Please tell the sub what this means so she doesnt think I am crazier than she already thinks I am...) to work on your final piece of writing. You can use some class time to watch BIG FISH, although, remember, you only have a 38 minute class, and I really want to watch the film with you! Ha Ha
(To my sub: THANKS!! I am presuming that you, Mrs WInslow, are still my sub for today. If someone else is reading this, my apologies. I spoke with Jen McCowan, and she told me she would apprise you of all you needed to know. She said she would get out my sub folder for you, but, in the event that something has gone awry, my sub folder--containing rosters, etc--can be located in the bottom right corner drawer of my desk....it is labeled SUB FOLDER. I hope all goes well for you today! Have a great day!!--Jared)
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
ORANGE DAY.....and ALL CLASSES READ!!!!
HONORS
1. VOcab test taken
2. Library time for project.....I will be out on Friday....therefore, the presentation will be done THE NEXT CLASS we have after midterm exams.
CP9
1. Little Tree
-take test on last two chapters
-do notes and discuss key points
-there is NO reading assignment for tonight in the book....but you NEED to bring your books to class on Friday....I will be out at a conference, and the sub will let you know what you need to read in order to be successful on the midyear exam
-your only "homework" is to be studying the OWLs and last three vocab lists for the midyear exam. Also study literary terms and how they relate to the short stories we read
ALL CLASSES: Operate under the assumption that there will be no school THURS or FRI. THis way, you will have all your "stuff" with you in order to prepare for the midterm
ENGLISH 12: You will have a reading assignment you will need to finish in order to take the midyear exam. Keep checking the blog
HONORS: Remember to finish the book on your own. BLACK DAY should be prepared to present tomorrow if we have school. ORANGE DAY will present after midterms. On Friday, you can work on the projects, finish the book, review, or watch bits and pieces of THE COUNT film...this film is currently in the library and maybe one of you fine people can get it for my sub!
FRESHMEN: Keep checking the blog so you know what to read for the midterm exam!! On Friday, the sub will have you read, and you will have a writing assignment that will be due after midterms. BE GOOD for the sub, and maybe you will get a treat....haha
ALL CLASSES: BE RESPONSIBLE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. TAKE CARE OF YOUR STUFF. A SNOW DAY IS NOT AN EXCUSE FOR NUTHIN'. THAT'S RIGHT, NUTHIN' :)
1. VOcab test taken
2. Library time for project.....I will be out on Friday....therefore, the presentation will be done THE NEXT CLASS we have after midterm exams.
CP9
1. Little Tree
-take test on last two chapters
-do notes and discuss key points
-there is NO reading assignment for tonight in the book....but you NEED to bring your books to class on Friday....I will be out at a conference, and the sub will let you know what you need to read in order to be successful on the midyear exam
-your only "homework" is to be studying the OWLs and last three vocab lists for the midyear exam. Also study literary terms and how they relate to the short stories we read
ALL CLASSES: Operate under the assumption that there will be no school THURS or FRI. THis way, you will have all your "stuff" with you in order to prepare for the midterm
ENGLISH 12: You will have a reading assignment you will need to finish in order to take the midyear exam. Keep checking the blog
HONORS: Remember to finish the book on your own. BLACK DAY should be prepared to present tomorrow if we have school. ORANGE DAY will present after midterms. On Friday, you can work on the projects, finish the book, review, or watch bits and pieces of THE COUNT film...this film is currently in the library and maybe one of you fine people can get it for my sub!
FRESHMEN: Keep checking the blog so you know what to read for the midterm exam!! On Friday, the sub will have you read, and you will have a writing assignment that will be due after midterms. BE GOOD for the sub, and maybe you will get a treat....haha
ALL CLASSES: BE RESPONSIBLE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. TAKE CARE OF YOUR STUFF. A SNOW DAY IS NOT AN EXCUSE FOR NUTHIN'. THAT'S RIGHT, NUTHIN' :)
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. vocab test was taken today
2. I AM THE CHEESE
-review study guide questions through chapter 7
-read, together, taking notes out loud...
-for next class, you need to read through chapter 10 AND do the study guide questions
-be prepared for a test on chapters 1 through 10 next class...you cannot use your notes on "this" one
HONORS
1. Monte Cristo
-listen to really cool music over the intercom
-at this point, you should finish the book on your own...I will not necessarily TEST you on the last 25 pages or so that remain....BUT I am hoping that you will WANT to finish this on your own, to see what hyappens. Furthermore, finishing the whole book will GREATLY help you on your midterm exam
-we went to the library to continue on the philosophy projects...these are to be presented on THURSDAY
2. We took the vocab test!
3. Please, if you would, give me a graded paper to bring with me on Friday when I go to my writing conference......
1. vocab test was taken today
2. I AM THE CHEESE
-review study guide questions through chapter 7
-read, together, taking notes out loud...
-for next class, you need to read through chapter 10 AND do the study guide questions
-be prepared for a test on chapters 1 through 10 next class...you cannot use your notes on "this" one
HONORS
1. Monte Cristo
-listen to really cool music over the intercom
-at this point, you should finish the book on your own...I will not necessarily TEST you on the last 25 pages or so that remain....BUT I am hoping that you will WANT to finish this on your own, to see what hyappens. Furthermore, finishing the whole book will GREATLY help you on your midterm exam
-we went to the library to continue on the philosophy projects...these are to be presented on THURSDAY
2. We took the vocab test!
3. Please, if you would, give me a graded paper to bring with me on Friday when I go to my writing conference......
Monday, January 9, 2012
ORANGE DAY
HONORS
1. Same as black...you guys took your reading quiz and then you went to the library to work on your philosophy project...be working on this outside of class, since it is due on Friday....we will go back to the library on Wednesday AFTER the vocab test
2. The book: Be reading the rest of it on your own.......and try not to cry, even!
FRESHMEN ENGLISH
1. Vocabulary test
2. Little Tree
-go over the two chapters you read for today...do notes....
-read Cherokee poem on own, and respond to what you think it means...
-read the next two chapters (fox and hounds....I kin yee Bonney Bee) for Wednesday....expect a quiz!!
3. I went over the three sections of the midterm:
a. Vocabulary (the last three lists) and OWLS you will need to define and use correctly
b. Literature ID...particularly how LITERARY TERMS have impacted the stuff we have
read...you may need to explain how irony is used in a story, etc
c. Paragraph writing as it pertains to THE EDUCATION OF LITTLE TREE...you will need to
use good topic sentences, transitional words, coherence, etc with this!
1. Same as black...you guys took your reading quiz and then you went to the library to work on your philosophy project...be working on this outside of class, since it is due on Friday....we will go back to the library on Wednesday AFTER the vocab test
2. The book: Be reading the rest of it on your own.......and try not to cry, even!
FRESHMEN ENGLISH
1. Vocabulary test
2. Little Tree
-go over the two chapters you read for today...do notes....
-read Cherokee poem on own, and respond to what you think it means...
-read the next two chapters (fox and hounds....I kin yee Bonney Bee) for Wednesday....expect a quiz!!
3. I went over the three sections of the midterm:
a. Vocabulary (the last three lists) and OWLS you will need to define and use correctly
b. Literature ID...particularly how LITERARY TERMS have impacted the stuff we have
read...you may need to explain how irony is used in a story, etc
c. Paragraph writing as it pertains to THE EDUCATION OF LITTLE TREE...you will need to
use good topic sentences, transitional words, coherence, etc with this!
Friday, January 6, 2012
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. I AM THE CHEESE
-check off/collect literal and inferential questions which were due today
-go over study guide in class
-begin reading aloud/taking notes...you should be THROUGH chapter 7 for next class
2. Be prepared for your vocab quiz, which is on TUESDAY
HONORS
1. Thanks to the former seniors who came byack to talk about cyollege....
2. Monte Cristo
-introduce project-Philosophy and THE COUNT
-go to library to conduct research
-REMEMBER, you need to use at least one print source (book, magazine, etc) to help you understand the philosophy you are researching and how it relates to your correlation to the book
-we will go for half the class again on Tuesday (after your vocab test)...this will be due on THURSDAY!
1. I AM THE CHEESE
-check off/collect literal and inferential questions which were due today
-go over study guide in class
-begin reading aloud/taking notes...you should be THROUGH chapter 7 for next class
2. Be prepared for your vocab quiz, which is on TUESDAY
HONORS
1. Thanks to the former seniors who came byack to talk about cyollege....
2. Monte Cristo
-introduce project-Philosophy and THE COUNT
-go to library to conduct research
-REMEMBER, you need to use at least one print source (book, magazine, etc) to help you understand the philosophy you are researching and how it relates to your correlation to the book
-we will go for half the class again on Tuesday (after your vocab test)...this will be due on THURSDAY!
Thursday, January 5, 2012
ORANGE DAY
HONORS
1. Visitation from college freshmen....
2. Monte Cristo
-on own, do study guide for ch 58-63
-go over all as class
-read THROUGH 68 for next class (it is an awesome section...I got chills, even)
3. Dont forget to be prepared for vocab on Monday....we may postpone it because of the library, but you should be prepared nonetheless
COLLEGE PREP 9
1. Vocab
-google image vocab activity (everyone did a great job!)
2. Little Tree
-distribute books
-begin reading story together...finish first chapter
-read "The Way" and "Shadows on a Cabin Wall" for next class
3. Be prepared for vocab test on MONDAY!!
1. Visitation from college freshmen....
2. Monte Cristo
-on own, do study guide for ch 58-63
-go over all as class
-read THROUGH 68 for next class (it is an awesome section...I got chills, even)
3. Dont forget to be prepared for vocab on Monday....we may postpone it because of the library, but you should be prepared nonetheless
COLLEGE PREP 9
1. Vocab
-google image vocab activity (everyone did a great job!)
2. Little Tree
-distribute books
-begin reading story together...finish first chapter
-read "The Way" and "Shadows on a Cabin Wall" for next class
3. Be prepared for vocab test on MONDAY!!
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. We got a new vocab list...the test is next TUESDAY
2 I AM THE CHEESE
-start by giving some background notes on how the three stories work together
-read some of ch 1 out loud
-your job: read the rest of ch 1, ch 2, and make FIVE literal questions and ONE inferential question....these will be collected
HONORS
1. Vocab words for test next TUESDAY
2. Monte Cristo
-study guide for 58-63 to try to get up to speed on what is going on
-read through ch 68 for next class
1. We got a new vocab list...the test is next TUESDAY
2 I AM THE CHEESE
-start by giving some background notes on how the three stories work together
-read some of ch 1 out loud
-your job: read the rest of ch 1, ch 2, and make FIVE literal questions and ONE inferential question....these will be collected
HONORS
1. Vocab words for test next TUESDAY
2. Monte Cristo
-study guide for 58-63 to try to get up to speed on what is going on
-read through ch 68 for next class
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
ORANGE DAY
HONORS ENGLISH
1. Share "ambition" library research for Monte Cristo
2. Read THROUGH chapter 63 for next class
3. New vocab words were given today for a test next MONDAY
FRESHMEN ENGLISH
1. New vocab words for test next MONDAY
2. The Education of Little Tree
-begin by discussing importance of names
-for next class, interview your parents...Why are you named what you are named? Did your parents have any nicknames for you when you were a baby? Tell the story in a CLEAR and DETAILED paragraph with a TOPIC SENTENCE!
-we took notes on the beginning of the story, and we will start the books on Thursday!
1. Share "ambition" library research for Monte Cristo
2. Read THROUGH chapter 63 for next class
3. New vocab words were given today for a test next MONDAY
FRESHMEN ENGLISH
1. New vocab words for test next MONDAY
2. The Education of Little Tree
-begin by discussing importance of names
-for next class, interview your parents...Why are you named what you are named? Did your parents have any nicknames for you when you were a baby? Tell the story in a CLEAR and DETAILED paragraph with a TOPIC SENTENCE!
-we took notes on the beginning of the story, and we will start the books on Thursday!
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