AP English III
I hope that all of you enjoyed our foray into philosophy today. Emerson's text is definitely one that makes a lot more sense the second time that you read it. I would highly suggest working through the text again, especially if you did not have any visible annotations on the article. Not good enough. Not anymore.
This weekend you should begin your Transcendentalist for a Week project. As we discussed in class, it doesn't have to be giving up something - but you should be aiming to simplify your existence in some way in order to discover a higher truth. Keep in mind that you have daily reflections as well as your overall reflection - everything will be collected via Google Drive. The due date for this work is 2/25 (seven days from the 18th).
Your reading for this weekend is Thoreau's "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" - this can be found in 50 Essays, or via this link. As you read, consider the similarities and differences between Thoreau and Emerson. Why is Thoreau so focused on simplicity? How does he continue to build on the trends of Transcendentalism and use paradoxes in his writing?
Both Thoreau and Emerson give you a wonderful opportunity for vocabulary cards - your next set for these two texts will be due on Thursday (on paper or electronic submission - if you're doing electronic, please continue to build on the same set as before).
Lastly, you should be actively researching and continuing to refine your research scope, focus, and question. I'll return the research question forms to you on Tuesday. Your next step is the outline. Be sure that you are working on this daily! Collect sources and consider how you will develop and prove your argument.
English IV
Today in class we focused on correcting our vocabulary unit tests as well as understanding how to use context clues when working on filling in the blank type of activities. From there it was a lot of independent work as we went through our poems and focused on determining the theme of the poem we are studying. This weekend, we don't really have any homework to complete. I would suggest though, that if your Poet Research Project is incomplete or has a low score that you work on that this weekend to make sure it has all of the needed parts.
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Friday, February 15, 2019
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Homework/Reminders for All Classes - 16 January 2018
I'm going to do a post for all of the classes to review what needs to be done before next class - Wednesday for A day and Thursday for B day. If we don't have school because of the forecasted snow, then these reminders would be due for the next class.
AP English III
We had a really productive class today working through Hurston's "How It Feels to Be Colored Me." I think that working through this very accessible text helped you to understand more of what Emerson was doing with his piece "The Oversoul." Remember that as we keep reading we will continue to build an understanding of what Transcendentalism is.
For next class you have Henry David Thoreau's "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" - Be sure to read and annotate the piece clearly. Think about WHY Thoreau goes into the woods to live. Find out WHAT his points are about the life of others. His language and metaphors get a bit complicated, but if you keep Transcendentalism in mind, you'll be able to understand.
You have a few things to turn in to me next class. First, you have your small daily reflections on your Transcendentalism experiment. Remember that these should review how your process went for the day. You should also turn in your overall week-long reflection where you think about the week as a whole. This week-long reflection should be one-page, typed, double spaced. Lastly, you have two vocabulary cards due next class - one word from Emerson, one word from Hurston. Be sure to complete all parts of the card and share with me or turn them in.
English IV
We have finished Twelfth Night. You should be looking through all of the great work and notes that you have taken with this play to prepare for our unit exam. The exam will be in two classes from now. Next class we will play a review game, review our study guides as we play the game, and then get ready for our next unit of the year on Frankenstein.
Advanced Russian
You should be working on your exercises related to verbs of motion so that you are able to conjugate them appropriately in past and present tense, know the difference between unidirectional and multidirectional action, and be aware of the related cases and prepositions used with different verbs. Next class we will be doing a TPRS activity where we will be traveling through Russia. Make sure that you have your list of where you would go if you could go to Russia. Know where these places are and how you would get from place to place.
Russian I
Spend your time working on the exercises in the end of Chapter One related to the different cases and how to use them appropriately. You should be working hard to memorize your endings so that you can put words in any of the six cases and identify that case. You will also want to be able to know what each case does and why it is used in a sentence. Next class we will spend some time reviewing cases with Mad Libs in Russian!
AP English III
We had a really productive class today working through Hurston's "How It Feels to Be Colored Me." I think that working through this very accessible text helped you to understand more of what Emerson was doing with his piece "The Oversoul." Remember that as we keep reading we will continue to build an understanding of what Transcendentalism is.
For next class you have Henry David Thoreau's "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" - Be sure to read and annotate the piece clearly. Think about WHY Thoreau goes into the woods to live. Find out WHAT his points are about the life of others. His language and metaphors get a bit complicated, but if you keep Transcendentalism in mind, you'll be able to understand.
You have a few things to turn in to me next class. First, you have your small daily reflections on your Transcendentalism experiment. Remember that these should review how your process went for the day. You should also turn in your overall week-long reflection where you think about the week as a whole. This week-long reflection should be one-page, typed, double spaced. Lastly, you have two vocabulary cards due next class - one word from Emerson, one word from Hurston. Be sure to complete all parts of the card and share with me or turn them in.
English IV
We have finished Twelfth Night. You should be looking through all of the great work and notes that you have taken with this play to prepare for our unit exam. The exam will be in two classes from now. Next class we will play a review game, review our study guides as we play the game, and then get ready for our next unit of the year on Frankenstein.
Advanced Russian
You should be working on your exercises related to verbs of motion so that you are able to conjugate them appropriately in past and present tense, know the difference between unidirectional and multidirectional action, and be aware of the related cases and prepositions used with different verbs. Next class we will be doing a TPRS activity where we will be traveling through Russia. Make sure that you have your list of where you would go if you could go to Russia. Know where these places are and how you would get from place to place.
Russian I
Spend your time working on the exercises in the end of Chapter One related to the different cases and how to use them appropriately. You should be working hard to memorize your endings so that you can put words in any of the six cases and identify that case. You will also want to be able to know what each case does and why it is used in a sentence. Next class we will spend some time reviewing cases with Mad Libs in Russian!
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Homework for English Students - B Day - 3 January
With the one-hour early release the classes for AP are a bit off from each other. We'll be caught up by the end of next week again.
AP English III
Next class you will have your AP English Language and Composition Midterm Exam. You can't really study for it other than to review any devices that we've studied this year as well as to look at your notes around the different timed writings we have done. You will have twenty eight multiple choice questions and one essay.
The other assignment that is shared for both classes is the work on our Gatsby Synthesis assignment. In this assignment you should be working in the same document as the rest of your group. As a group you have determined a theme that is shared among all of the texts. This is stated in a shared introduction. Then, each person should import one of their texts from their annotated bibliography with annotations. This should be paired with explanation and analysis that shows how the text develops the shared theme. There should be transitions to the next person's text. At the end, there is a shared group conclusion. This assignment is due on Tuesday. You'll receive group and individual grades for this work.
3B - Since you all had a full class today you should begin to read and annotate "The Over Soul" by Ralph Waldo Emerson for homework. We'll begin to work through this piece on Tuesday of next week. Remember, he's defining a concept. Stay focused on seeing how he explains what exactly the OverSoul is.
4B - Since you all only spent thirty minutes with us we did not have time to begin the unit. I will give you Emerson to read after the midterm on Friday.
English IV
Today, we had a pretty productive class despite the excitement of the shortened day. We began our reading of Twelfth Night, Act III and then made some more progress on our short writing assignment comparing Twelfth Night to She's the Man. Before next class, spend some time planning out your essay so before the end of next period you have a workable draft to submit for feedback. This is the last significant assignment of this semester, so make sure you are doing well with it! Have a good day, and see you soon!
AP English III
Next class you will have your AP English Language and Composition Midterm Exam. You can't really study for it other than to review any devices that we've studied this year as well as to look at your notes around the different timed writings we have done. You will have twenty eight multiple choice questions and one essay.
The other assignment that is shared for both classes is the work on our Gatsby Synthesis assignment. In this assignment you should be working in the same document as the rest of your group. As a group you have determined a theme that is shared among all of the texts. This is stated in a shared introduction. Then, each person should import one of their texts from their annotated bibliography with annotations. This should be paired with explanation and analysis that shows how the text develops the shared theme. There should be transitions to the next person's text. At the end, there is a shared group conclusion. This assignment is due on Tuesday. You'll receive group and individual grades for this work.
3B - Since you all had a full class today you should begin to read and annotate "The Over Soul" by Ralph Waldo Emerson for homework. We'll begin to work through this piece on Tuesday of next week. Remember, he's defining a concept. Stay focused on seeing how he explains what exactly the OverSoul is.
4B - Since you all only spent thirty minutes with us we did not have time to begin the unit. I will give you Emerson to read after the midterm on Friday.
English IV
Today, we had a pretty productive class despite the excitement of the shortened day. We began our reading of Twelfth Night, Act III and then made some more progress on our short writing assignment comparing Twelfth Night to She's the Man. Before next class, spend some time planning out your essay so before the end of next period you have a workable draft to submit for feedback. This is the last significant assignment of this semester, so make sure you are doing well with it! Have a good day, and see you soon!
Thursday, January 19, 2017
Homework for the Weekend - 19 January 2017
Everybody's readin' for the weekend...
English II:
Over the weekend I want you to read part two of "The Night Face Up" - I gave you a handout that has the story on it. As you read, take notes around the plot and the character. What is happening to the character as the story develops? What is happening in the story? Keep track of his dreams versus his waking life.
AP English III:
Over the weekend you'll be finishing up the reading of Dr. Martin Luther King, Junior's "Letter from a Birmingham City Jail" - keep following up on the annotating and discussion we did today as you are reading through the second half. Hopefully, having the context from the Alabama clergymen helps you to make more sense of the points King is making and why he is making them.
Following that, you're going to take a look at Henry David Thoreau's "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" - the essay is available in 50 Essays and it's also at this link. As you read Thoreau, connect back to Transcendentalism as he is a clear disciple of Emerson. But also consider the way in which the ideas that King presents are similar to those of Thoreau. Read and annotate closely. How is Thoreau making his point to you? What is his point?
When you finish - make a list. What are the things in your life that are complicating your life? What would you want to do in order to "simplify, simplify, simplify" as Thoreau says? We'll have this discussion on Monday.
Lastly, don't forget that Monday is your last day of the quarter/semester. If you have any outstanding work, tests, missing grades in PowerSchool, then they need to be settled on MONDAY at the very latest!
English II:
Over the weekend I want you to read part two of "The Night Face Up" - I gave you a handout that has the story on it. As you read, take notes around the plot and the character. What is happening to the character as the story develops? What is happening in the story? Keep track of his dreams versus his waking life.
AP English III:
Over the weekend you'll be finishing up the reading of Dr. Martin Luther King, Junior's "Letter from a Birmingham City Jail" - keep following up on the annotating and discussion we did today as you are reading through the second half. Hopefully, having the context from the Alabama clergymen helps you to make more sense of the points King is making and why he is making them.
Following that, you're going to take a look at Henry David Thoreau's "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" - the essay is available in 50 Essays and it's also at this link. As you read Thoreau, connect back to Transcendentalism as he is a clear disciple of Emerson. But also consider the way in which the ideas that King presents are similar to those of Thoreau. Read and annotate closely. How is Thoreau making his point to you? What is his point?
When you finish - make a list. What are the things in your life that are complicating your life? What would you want to do in order to "simplify, simplify, simplify" as Thoreau says? We'll have this discussion on Monday.
Lastly, don't forget that Monday is your last day of the quarter/semester. If you have any outstanding work, tests, missing grades in PowerSchool, then they need to be settled on MONDAY at the very latest!
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Homework for 9/18/2013 - A Day Classes
Students! I hope that your Wednesday has been as wonderful as mine! Lots of stimulating conversation in my AP classes and some amazing progress in our Russian speaking ability in class too! Keep moving forward! Never stay still!
AP English III
Tonight you have two key tasks to prepare you for our class on Friday. First, I would like for you to read an annotate the excerpted version of The Grapes of Wrath which I gave you in class. The text is from my own copy so you can see how I annotate a text. As you work through the four excerpts, I want you to "find the Over Soul" -- How do you see Emerson's philosophy reflected by the characters and scenes I've given you. Focus on the five essential elements of Transcendentalism as well as our discussion to get you through this.
In addition, you need to read Henry David Thoreau's "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" which is in 50 Essays or available at this link. Remember to use this as an outgrowth of our discussion of Emerson. How is Thoreau living the philosophy? Where are some issues related to practicality?
I look forward to another hearty discussion on Friday!
Russian I
Tonight you need to all practice your reading, writing, and phonics. Practice the lines in your skit. If you're still having trouble with the alphabet - then continue to study that. Your test is coming next week! You need to be ready. If you're having serious trouble, then come see me so that I can help. Remember, I can't learn it for you. You've got to do it for yourself.
AP English III
Tonight you have two key tasks to prepare you for our class on Friday. First, I would like for you to read an annotate the excerpted version of The Grapes of Wrath which I gave you in class. The text is from my own copy so you can see how I annotate a text. As you work through the four excerpts, I want you to "find the Over Soul" -- How do you see Emerson's philosophy reflected by the characters and scenes I've given you. Focus on the five essential elements of Transcendentalism as well as our discussion to get you through this.
In addition, you need to read Henry David Thoreau's "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" which is in 50 Essays or available at this link. Remember to use this as an outgrowth of our discussion of Emerson. How is Thoreau living the philosophy? Where are some issues related to practicality?
I look forward to another hearty discussion on Friday!
Russian I
Tonight you need to all practice your reading, writing, and phonics. Practice the lines in your skit. If you're still having trouble with the alphabet - then continue to study that. Your test is coming next week! You need to be ready. If you're having serious trouble, then come see me so that I can help. Remember, I can't learn it for you. You've got to do it for yourself.
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Homework for 11/12 September
All classes have something to accomplish outside of class before we see each other again, feel free to ask any questions about the assignments in a comment or via e-mail.
Freshman Focus
I would like for all of you to spend some more time thinking about your values and the values of the people around you. For the Values Venn Diagram assignment I would like to see you compare and contrast your values to those of your Parent/Guardian and one of your friends. Ask then what they value and then consider any similarities or differences. Remember that for each person you must consider a minimum of five values. There are ideas on that sheet as well as other values which we've discussed earlier in the week.
English IV
For homework tonight I would like for you to continue reading Book One of 1984. This will take you to page thirty-four in our editions. As you read, continue to be on the lookout for new vocabulary words to learn and new insights about Winston's society. I was pleased with what you all were noticing today in class and the connections that you were able to make. I look forward to seeing what other observations you make as we move forward. Also be aware of the fact that we will have a quiz on this opening part of the book next week. It would be a good idea to prepare by reviewing.
AP English III
For tonight I want you to continue chewing on Transcendentalism and read one of the most important pieces in this movement. Tonight you'll read "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" by Thoreau. This is in 50 Essays and can be found at this link. Please read and annotate the text and then answer question four from 50 Essays. The question asks you to consider something like the railroad from Thoreau's text (an object created to be useful but which actually creates a burden in our lives). I want you to think of a similar object and consider the reasons why this object is burdensome instead of helpful. Written responses to this question should be no longer than a page (typed, double spaced) and should be ready to be collected at the beginning of class.
Freshman Focus
I would like for all of you to spend some more time thinking about your values and the values of the people around you. For the Values Venn Diagram assignment I would like to see you compare and contrast your values to those of your Parent/Guardian and one of your friends. Ask then what they value and then consider any similarities or differences. Remember that for each person you must consider a minimum of five values. There are ideas on that sheet as well as other values which we've discussed earlier in the week.
English IV
For homework tonight I would like for you to continue reading Book One of 1984. This will take you to page thirty-four in our editions. As you read, continue to be on the lookout for new vocabulary words to learn and new insights about Winston's society. I was pleased with what you all were noticing today in class and the connections that you were able to make. I look forward to seeing what other observations you make as we move forward. Also be aware of the fact that we will have a quiz on this opening part of the book next week. It would be a good idea to prepare by reviewing.
AP English III
For tonight I want you to continue chewing on Transcendentalism and read one of the most important pieces in this movement. Tonight you'll read "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" by Thoreau. This is in 50 Essays and can be found at this link. Please read and annotate the text and then answer question four from 50 Essays. The question asks you to consider something like the railroad from Thoreau's text (an object created to be useful but which actually creates a burden in our lives). I want you to think of a similar object and consider the reasons why this object is burdensome instead of helpful. Written responses to this question should be no longer than a page (typed, double spaced) and should be ready to be collected at the beginning of class.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
English III - 4/13 Homework
Tonight you have a bit of Transcendental reading to do. Please read pages 193-198 from Thoreau's Walden. I want you to just read the sections titled "Economy," "Where I Lived and What I Lived For," and "Solitude."
As you read this selection, take notes on the following ideas:
As you read this selection, take notes on the following ideas:
- How is Thoreau putting Emerson's preaching into practice? Note specific details.
- Keep track of the metaphors in "Where I Lived..." - Thoreau compares people and society to a lot of things. Keep track of the metaphors and their meaning.
See you tomorrow!
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