What a lovely day with all of you. I was impressed by the seriousness with which the Russian students completed their quizzes and the amount of discussion and thinking we had going on in AP English III as we worked through our key characters. Here are your reminders for tonight!
AP English III
Tonight ladies and gentlemen you have one of the hardest pieces to read this year, Ralph Waldo Emerson's "The Oversoul". Due to the fact that I was running around like mad this morning I didn't have a chance to make copies of the article. There's a link here - or you can come and pick up a copy of the essay next tomorrow. You do not have to have this read until you come in to class next week. Next class we're going to be focusing on starting our Writing Bootcamp and you'll get back your first essays. Remember, we're ripping off the band-aid; it's going to hurt.
As you read "The Oversoul" you should annotate heavily. Keep taking yourselves back to our notes on Jim Casy's philosophy. Find those elements in the text. Those will be your anchors as we go through the text. Remember to ask questions of the text, and keep up with your vocabulary logs!
Russian I
Today you completed your first quizzes on the alphabet. If there was anything at all on the quiz or any letters that you don't feel sure about make sure that you go back and study tonight. Also, look over and begin to learn that new vocabulary, we'll be studying and working through that next class as well as a few other small notes. It's time to start writing dialogues!
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Monday, September 9, 2013
Another Manic Monday - 9/9/2013
B-Day Students - This Monday has just flown by, but unfortunately my to do list has just gotten longer. Here is your to-do list for tonight to prepare you for Wednesday's class.
Honors English II
Tonight you need to read the handout I gave you which is the excerpted version of Sundidata as well as some background information on epics and Mali. Please make sure to read everything, including the background information.
Tonight you need to read the epic and you need to take notes as you read in your text. This is called annotating. For tonight, I want you to focus on the main character and his antagonist. As you read the text, mark quotations and moments which develop each of these characters for you. Be sure to make a note when you underline or highlight something to remind you as to why you marked that particluar passage. As you read you should also continue working on your vocabulary bookmarks.
ESL English III
Tonight you should continue working on your definition paragraphs. Next class we are going to finish our work on "Puertoricanness" and then we will move on to finishing our definition paragraphs.
Honors English II
Tonight you need to read the handout I gave you which is the excerpted version of Sundidata as well as some background information on epics and Mali. Please make sure to read everything, including the background information.
Tonight you need to read the epic and you need to take notes as you read in your text. This is called annotating. For tonight, I want you to focus on the main character and his antagonist. As you read the text, mark quotations and moments which develop each of these characters for you. Be sure to make a note when you underline or highlight something to remind you as to why you marked that particluar passage. As you read you should also continue working on your vocabulary bookmarks.
ESL English III
Tonight you should continue working on your definition paragraphs. Next class we are going to finish our work on "Puertoricanness" and then we will move on to finishing our definition paragraphs.
Friday, September 6, 2013
Homework for the Weekend - 9/6/2013
One more week down everyone! Here are your notes for the weekend.
AP English III
First of all, here is the link to the Ken Burns documentary on PBS about the Dust Bowl. I'd recommend looking over the photos and videos this weekend to add some more to your knowledge of what exactly this environmental catastrophe was like. In addition, make sure that you have your copies of The Grapes of Wrath with you in class on Tuesday. You should have notes to the end of chapter eight by the time we meet together on Tuesday. We're doing all Grapes on Tuesday, so prepare yourselves for a great discussion and some thorough analysis.
Did I mention having your books on Tuesday? Make sure you bring them.
In addition, continue working on your vocabulary bookmarks. Define the words you found today and use them in your regular conversation. The more you use this language the better you'll find your vocabulary becoming.
Russian I
You all have your first quiz on Tuesday/Wednesday. It will include speaking, listening, reading, and writing focusing primarily on the Cyrillic alphabet. Make sure that you have studied thoroughly and that you are prepared by knowing all thirty-three letters of the alphabet, their sounds, their shapes in both print and handwriting, and any relevant cultural notes that we've gone over.
Please ask questions if you have them. I'll be here after school on Monday for any last minute help.
AP English III
First of all, here is the link to the Ken Burns documentary on PBS about the Dust Bowl. I'd recommend looking over the photos and videos this weekend to add some more to your knowledge of what exactly this environmental catastrophe was like. In addition, make sure that you have your copies of The Grapes of Wrath with you in class on Tuesday. You should have notes to the end of chapter eight by the time we meet together on Tuesday. We're doing all Grapes on Tuesday, so prepare yourselves for a great discussion and some thorough analysis.
Did I mention having your books on Tuesday? Make sure you bring them.
In addition, continue working on your vocabulary bookmarks. Define the words you found today and use them in your regular conversation. The more you use this language the better you'll find your vocabulary becoming.
Russian I
You all have your first quiz on Tuesday/Wednesday. It will include speaking, listening, reading, and writing focusing primarily on the Cyrillic alphabet. Make sure that you have studied thoroughly and that you are prepared by knowing all thirty-three letters of the alphabet, their sounds, their shapes in both print and handwriting, and any relevant cultural notes that we've gone over.
Please ask questions if you have them. I'll be here after school on Monday for any last minute help.
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Homework for A-day Students - 9/4/2013
L'Shana Tova! Happy New Year Everyone.
I know it seems a bit silly to wish you a new year now, but tonight is Erev Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year's Eve. Even if you're not Jewish, we can all still celebrate a good start to our new school year together. Here are your reminders for Friday's class.
AP English III
Next class we are going to finish our work on Eighner's "On Dumpster Diving" as well as begin our work on The Grapes of Wrath. Be sure that you have both texts with you in class on Friday. To prepare for our work on Friday, be sure that you've reread and annotated chapters one through four of The Grapes of Wrath. You don't need to read it as carefully as the first time, but going back through it to refresh yourself will lead to a good class seminar.
Also, remember that your "Introduction" Assignments are due on Friday. You'll submit the rough draft from peer editing with the final draft. Remember that I'm looking for the following in your drafts:
Russian I
A-Day Students, I hope that you enjoyed today's first culture day. B-Day Students, you'll enjoy this on Thursday. For tonight you want to continue studying and working through your alphabet. By this point you should be confident in the alphabet and are now moving to reading whole words. We will review the alphabet on Friday/Monday in preparation for our quiz on the 10th and 11th. You will be expected to read, write, listen, and speak on your quiz next week. Spend the weekend practicing and studying.
Be sure, as well, that all of your writing practice sheets are done for our review day.
I know it seems a bit silly to wish you a new year now, but tonight is Erev Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year's Eve. Even if you're not Jewish, we can all still celebrate a good start to our new school year together. Here are your reminders for Friday's class.
AP English III
Next class we are going to finish our work on Eighner's "On Dumpster Diving" as well as begin our work on The Grapes of Wrath. Be sure that you have both texts with you in class on Friday. To prepare for our work on Friday, be sure that you've reread and annotated chapters one through four of The Grapes of Wrath. You don't need to read it as carefully as the first time, but going back through it to refresh yourself will lead to a good class seminar.
Also, remember that your "Introduction" Assignments are due on Friday. You'll submit the rough draft from peer editing with the final draft. Remember that I'm looking for the following in your drafts:
- a clear narrative approach
- strong and specific details
- clear use of language
- an effective title
- personalized voice
Russian I
A-Day Students, I hope that you enjoyed today's first culture day. B-Day Students, you'll enjoy this on Thursday. For tonight you want to continue studying and working through your alphabet. By this point you should be confident in the alphabet and are now moving to reading whole words. We will review the alphabet on Friday/Monday in preparation for our quiz on the 10th and 11th. You will be expected to read, write, listen, and speak on your quiz next week. Spend the weekend practicing and studying.
Be sure, as well, that all of your writing practice sheets are done for our review day.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
B-Day Homework Assignments: September 3rd
B-Day Students -
As a reminder, I will not be here next class. All of you have important work to accomplish with the substitute teacher, please make sure to do your best with him/her. If you have any questions, come see me on Friday to discuss those. Here are your reminders for tonight.
Russian I
Look at yesterday's post to see your assignment as well as links to several online resources for studying and learning your letter sounds.
English II Honors
For tonight since I won't be here to collect your assignment I would like for you to use the website to turn in your work. Any assignment e-mailed to me (daniel.miller@dpsnc.net) will also be accepted for credit. Please respond to the following prompt using clear details from the story and a solid paragraph to explain yourself.
The story "The Train from Rhodesia" contains two contrasting settings - the train and the village. How does Gordimer's use of the two contrasting settings emphasize the larger injustice and flaw of the society in which the characters live?
You may use the website to post a comment with your response or you may e-mail it. As a last ditch, you can also turn it in to me on Monday. Continue to review your vocabulary and add to your vocabulary lists in your notebooks.
English III ESL
After all of the work we've done on writing, you should be able to finish your "Defining an Immigrant" paragraphs. Please continue to review and study your writing notes as you will want to be able to apply those notes almost without thinking.
As a reminder, I will not be here next class. All of you have important work to accomplish with the substitute teacher, please make sure to do your best with him/her. If you have any questions, come see me on Friday to discuss those. Here are your reminders for tonight.
Russian I
Look at yesterday's post to see your assignment as well as links to several online resources for studying and learning your letter sounds.
English II Honors
For tonight since I won't be here to collect your assignment I would like for you to use the website to turn in your work. Any assignment e-mailed to me (daniel.miller@dpsnc.net) will also be accepted for credit. Please respond to the following prompt using clear details from the story and a solid paragraph to explain yourself.
The story "The Train from Rhodesia" contains two contrasting settings - the train and the village. How does Gordimer's use of the two contrasting settings emphasize the larger injustice and flaw of the society in which the characters live?
You may use the website to post a comment with your response or you may e-mail it. As a last ditch, you can also turn it in to me on Monday. Continue to review your vocabulary and add to your vocabulary lists in your notebooks.
English III ESL
After all of the work we've done on writing, you should be able to finish your "Defining an Immigrant" paragraphs. Please continue to review and study your writing notes as you will want to be able to apply those notes almost without thinking.
Friday, August 30, 2013
A-Day Homework for Labor Day Weekend - 8/30
AP English III
Over the weekend for homework I would like for you to read Lars Eighner's "On Dumpster Diving" - it is available in 50 Essays or at this link. If you use the online version you will want to have some post its as well due to the fact that there is not a lot of space in the margins for annotating. As you read continue to look for the elements of rhetoric we have discussed as well as participating in your own analysis of the piece. Look for elements of writing that Eighner uses and consider how these elements contribute and strengthen his overall argument.
This is a really enjoyable piece - pay special attention to his use of TONE - it varies throughout, notice the shifts. I look forward to a thorough discussion on Wednesday as well as more work on The Working Poor - be sure that you have your copies with you on Wednesday.
Russian I
Today in class we finished learning all of the letters in the Russian alphabet. Congratulations! Now we can move forward with our study of the grammar and the more high-level elements of the language. I'm putting below links to several .mp3 files to help you with your pronunciation of the sounds in Russian. Over the weekend it should be your priority to memorize all of the letters and become more fluent in your handwriting. Use the worksheet I gave you in class as well as the notes we've taken over the past few days to practice more.
Study! Then study some more! Your first quiz is coming soon!
Here is the link to the files on the alphabet. Use the file names to download individual letter sounds or the whole alphabet.
Over the weekend for homework I would like for you to read Lars Eighner's "On Dumpster Diving" - it is available in 50 Essays or at this link. If you use the online version you will want to have some post its as well due to the fact that there is not a lot of space in the margins for annotating. As you read continue to look for the elements of rhetoric we have discussed as well as participating in your own analysis of the piece. Look for elements of writing that Eighner uses and consider how these elements contribute and strengthen his overall argument.
This is a really enjoyable piece - pay special attention to his use of TONE - it varies throughout, notice the shifts. I look forward to a thorough discussion on Wednesday as well as more work on The Working Poor - be sure that you have your copies with you on Wednesday.
Russian I
Today in class we finished learning all of the letters in the Russian alphabet. Congratulations! Now we can move forward with our study of the grammar and the more high-level elements of the language. I'm putting below links to several .mp3 files to help you with your pronunciation of the sounds in Russian. Over the weekend it should be your priority to memorize all of the letters and become more fluent in your handwriting. Use the worksheet I gave you in class as well as the notes we've taken over the past few days to practice more.
Study! Then study some more! Your first quiz is coming soon!
Here is the link to the files on the alphabet. Use the file names to download individual letter sounds or the whole alphabet.
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Homework for the Weekend - 8/29/2013
B-day Students -- I won't see you all again until Tuesday so here are your reminders to get you prepared for our next class.
Honors English II
Tonight for homework your key task is to complete your vocabulary log with at least five words from the opening half of Nadine Gordimer's "The Train from Rhodesia". Remember as you complete this that you need the following information in your log:
ESL English III
Please have your parent contact sheets filled out on Tuesday with a phone number for you and for your parent or guardian. Also, continue to consider your first writing assignment - How can you add more detail and explanation to explain your idea of what it means to be an immigrant.
Honors English II
Tonight for homework your key task is to complete your vocabulary log with at least five words from the opening half of Nadine Gordimer's "The Train from Rhodesia". Remember as you complete this that you need the following information in your log:
- the word
- its dictionary definition
- a synonym
- a sentence using the word which you've come up with yourself
ESL English III
Please have your parent contact sheets filled out on Tuesday with a phone number for you and for your parent or guardian. Also, continue to consider your first writing assignment - How can you add more detail and explanation to explain your idea of what it means to be an immigrant.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Homework and Announcements - 8/28
AP English III
Apologies for not getting to the peer editing of our introduction pieces today in class. I just got so caught up with "On Compassion" and the elements of RHETORIC that I lost all track of time. For next class you will definitely want to arrive with a complete version of your rough draft. I'll be available next week for conferencing if you would like. In addition, I would like for you to complete the multiple choice practice for "On Compassion" - give yourselves just ten minutes to complete the questions. It is open book, so use the text. In addition, be sure that you mark any words that are new to you so that you can begin your vocabulary logs.
Lastly, I want you to reread the Introduction and the chapter called "Harvest of Shame" from The Working Poor. As you reread and reannotate these pieces I would ask that you apply what we learned today in class about the rhetorical appeals: How do you see ethos, pathos, and logos at play in Shipler's writing? How does this help to make his argument more effective?
Russian I
At this point in class we have reviewed letters in groups one, two and three. You now know the majority of the alphabet. Next class we will finish with our alphabet study and begin working on writing words. Tonight for homework I would like for you to complete the "Pre Lesson" handout to improve your handwriting. As you write, make sure to fill the line with the writing and also be sure that you are saying the letters, sounds and words as you write them. Saying as you write will help you to remember the sounds.
As a head's up - be aware that you will have your first quiz at the end of next week on the alphabet. Prepare yourselves accordingly.
Apologies for not getting to the peer editing of our introduction pieces today in class. I just got so caught up with "On Compassion" and the elements of RHETORIC that I lost all track of time. For next class you will definitely want to arrive with a complete version of your rough draft. I'll be available next week for conferencing if you would like. In addition, I would like for you to complete the multiple choice practice for "On Compassion" - give yourselves just ten minutes to complete the questions. It is open book, so use the text. In addition, be sure that you mark any words that are new to you so that you can begin your vocabulary logs.
Lastly, I want you to reread the Introduction and the chapter called "Harvest of Shame" from The Working Poor. As you reread and reannotate these pieces I would ask that you apply what we learned today in class about the rhetorical appeals: How do you see ethos, pathos, and logos at play in Shipler's writing? How does this help to make his argument more effective?
Russian I
At this point in class we have reviewed letters in groups one, two and three. You now know the majority of the alphabet. Next class we will finish with our alphabet study and begin working on writing words. Tonight for homework I would like for you to complete the "Pre Lesson" handout to improve your handwriting. As you write, make sure to fill the line with the writing and also be sure that you are saying the letters, sounds and words as you write them. Saying as you write will help you to remember the sounds.
As a head's up - be aware that you will have your first quiz at the end of next week on the alphabet. Prepare yourselves accordingly.
Tuesday, August 27, 2013
The First B-Day of the Year 8/27
By this point I've met all of you and I'm pleased to say that given how we've started this year I think we're going to do some amazing things. Please be aware of the following assignments and reminders to get you ready for our next class together.
All Classes
Please use the link in yesterday's post to access the online parent contact form. You can also submit a paper copy.
Russian I
Your assignment is listed below. I will post Russian I homework on the A-day post for the year. Be aware of that.
English II Honors
Tonight for class I would like for you to complete your first writing assignment of the year in which you reflect on your personal culture. Remember that this is a maximum one page response, and it is an introductory piece. Make sure that as you explain what your culture consists of that you focus on one specific element and include a lot of detail to clarify your ideas. Remember to stay focused on your main idea which is explaining your personal culture. Bring your rough draft with you to class on Thursday for peer editing.
ESL English III
Tonight I would like for you to spend some time finishing your brainstorming on the idea of an immigrant which we began discussing today in class. Think of specific examples from your life or the life of people around you to help you to explain your personal definition of what an immigrant is. Remember that you need to make your idea clear to me which means that you need to really explain things thoroughly. Remember to use your words as weapons to explain!
All Classes
Please use the link in yesterday's post to access the online parent contact form. You can also submit a paper copy.
Russian I
Your assignment is listed below. I will post Russian I homework on the A-day post for the year. Be aware of that.
English II Honors
Tonight for class I would like for you to complete your first writing assignment of the year in which you reflect on your personal culture. Remember that this is a maximum one page response, and it is an introductory piece. Make sure that as you explain what your culture consists of that you focus on one specific element and include a lot of detail to clarify your ideas. Remember to stay focused on your main idea which is explaining your personal culture. Bring your rough draft with you to class on Thursday for peer editing.
ESL English III
Tonight I would like for you to spend some time finishing your brainstorming on the idea of an immigrant which we began discussing today in class. Think of specific examples from your life or the life of people around you to help you to explain your personal definition of what an immigrant is. Remember that you need to make your idea clear to me which means that you need to really explain things thoroughly. Remember to use your words as weapons to explain!
Monday, August 26, 2013
The First A-Day of the Year
Hooray for getting over the first day of the year; however, boo to alarm clocks which have to go off at 5:30 in the morning. Anyhow, I hope that all of you have enjoyed your day and gotten the year off to a great start. Here are your reminders for the first day of class.
All Classes:
Please submit either the paper or online contact form. If you choose the online form, please return the paper version with a note saying that you have done this online. This will help to ensure accurate and timely communication throughout the year.
Parent Contact Form
AP English III
If you did not submit all of your summer assignment today and you have not already made arrangements with me then you are already falling behind in class. Remember that one of the key tools for success in AP classes is communicating honestly and proactively with your teachers. Please see me before our next class to talk about anything that you need.
For tonight, you will need to complete your introduction draft assignment as well as complete the reading of "On Compassion". The article for tonight's reading can be found in the 50 Essays anthology or at this link. No matter how you complete the reading, be sure that you come to class with notes and annotations and that you are prepared for a seminar on this piece in which you will be an active participant. In addition, you will need to bring your copy of Shipler's The Working Poor as we will begin our work on this text during class on Wednesday.
Russian I
Добро пожаловать в русский мир! Welcome to the world of Russian! I hope that today's class was helpful for you in reviewing the policies and expectations for this class as well as getting you interested in our developing language study throughout the rest of the year. For tonight, you need to make sure that your parent form is completed as well as continue your practice with the "Group One" letters which we studied today. Practice writing both lowercase and uppercase versions of the letters. Make small words or combinations of letters so that you can practice your handwriting and begin developing your style. Remember that as you write you will want to say the sounds that you are writing so that the sound sticks. Lastly, do not make English sounds when you say Russian letters. Focus on making a pure Russian sound so as to begin working on your American accent.
See you all Wednesday! B-day Russian students, your assignments are posted with the A-day post. B-day English II and III students can expect your update tomorrow.
All Classes:
Please submit either the paper or online contact form. If you choose the online form, please return the paper version with a note saying that you have done this online. This will help to ensure accurate and timely communication throughout the year.
Parent Contact Form
AP English III
If you did not submit all of your summer assignment today and you have not already made arrangements with me then you are already falling behind in class. Remember that one of the key tools for success in AP classes is communicating honestly and proactively with your teachers. Please see me before our next class to talk about anything that you need.
For tonight, you will need to complete your introduction draft assignment as well as complete the reading of "On Compassion". The article for tonight's reading can be found in the 50 Essays anthology or at this link. No matter how you complete the reading, be sure that you come to class with notes and annotations and that you are prepared for a seminar on this piece in which you will be an active participant. In addition, you will need to bring your copy of Shipler's The Working Poor as we will begin our work on this text during class on Wednesday.
Russian I
Добро пожаловать в русский мир! Welcome to the world of Russian! I hope that today's class was helpful for you in reviewing the policies and expectations for this class as well as getting you interested in our developing language study throughout the rest of the year. For tonight, you need to make sure that your parent form is completed as well as continue your practice with the "Group One" letters which we studied today. Practice writing both lowercase and uppercase versions of the letters. Make small words or combinations of letters so that you can practice your handwriting and begin developing your style. Remember that as you write you will want to say the sounds that you are writing so that the sound sticks. Lastly, do not make English sounds when you say Russian letters. Focus on making a pure Russian sound so as to begin working on your American accent.
See you all Wednesday! B-day Russian students, your assignments are posted with the A-day post. B-day English II and III students can expect your update tomorrow.
Friday, June 7, 2013
Final Post of the Year
And that takes us to the end of another successful school year. I'm sitting in an emptied classroom and I hope that most of you took this day to sleep in, especially since it's so crappy and rainy outside.
I wish you all a wonderful summer. I'll see you all in August when we start the next school year :)
I wish you all a wonderful summer. I'll see you all in August when we start the next school year :)
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
EXAM TIME
Alrighty kiddos - It's exam time. The exam schedule for all of you is posted on the Jordan website, I'm including a link to the actual document here. Please be aware that A1 students will not have a formal review period, so I will work in some review time before we begin the actual testing period.
As a reminder, any work which you have not yet submitted must be turned in at the day of the exam in order to get credit. At this point, fourth quarter grades are ready for nearly all of you so that you can determine your final score for the year if you are exempt. Remember that no student in English IV can be exempt from the exam as your test is a state test.
If you have any questions, come and see me. Good luck on your exams! Be rested and ready!
As a reminder, any work which you have not yet submitted must be turned in at the day of the exam in order to get credit. At this point, fourth quarter grades are ready for nearly all of you so that you can determine your final score for the year if you are exempt. Remember that no student in English IV can be exempt from the exam as your test is a state test.
If you have any questions, come and see me. Good luck on your exams! Be rested and ready!
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
AP English III - Group Photo
If you couldn't make the group photo but would like to be included e-mail me a small photo of you and I will photoshop you in.
B-Day Flannery O'Connor Discussion Board
Please respond to the following prompt by attaching a comment signed with your name. Responses received before 4:00 on Friday afternoon will be considered for extra credit on a previous assignment of either one, two, or three points.
As discussed during the reading of the story, Flannery O'Connor is an expert when it comes to creating and using irony within her stories. In your opinion, which element is the most ironic in the body of the story? What is this element's greater purpose in the context of the story? How does irony help Flannery O'Connor to communicate her greater message?
As discussed during the reading of the story, Flannery O'Connor is an expert when it comes to creating and using irony within her stories. In your opinion, which element is the most ironic in the body of the story? What is this element's greater purpose in the context of the story? How does irony help Flannery O'Connor to communicate her greater message?
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
A-Day Flannery O'Connor Discussion Board
Please respond to the following prompt by attaching a comment signed with your name. Responses received before 4:00 on Thursday afternoon will be considered for extra credit on a previous assignment of either one, two, or three points.
Flannery O'Connor is celebrated as being one of the foremost authors of the Southern Gothic style. This style relies especially on the use of the grotesque in either characters or situations to clarify O'Connor's greater purpose in the story. Given that knowledge, what element of the grotesque do you think has the most impact on the story? What is that impact? Why is this element of the grotesque and its impact important to the story as a whole?
Flannery O'Connor is celebrated as being one of the foremost authors of the Southern Gothic style. This style relies especially on the use of the grotesque in either characters or situations to clarify O'Connor's greater purpose in the story. Given that knowledge, what element of the grotesque do you think has the most impact on the story? What is that impact? Why is this element of the grotesque and its impact important to the story as a whole?
Homework and Reminders 5/14 and 5/15
We've got a few reminders for all of you in this post. Please pay attention and read carefully.
AP English IV: Our final days are upon us - Thursday we have our Character Cafe and then on Monday we have the project presentations. Be sure that you have completed your entry ticket thoroughly on your character. I'll announce exemptions for all of you on Monday. There's no formal review for our exam but I am offering time for you to come in on Tuesday afternoon or during lunch on Tuesday which is the last day of class. It's not required, but I'd come if you're taking the exam.
Remember for Thursday to be on time as we'll be taking our group photo at the beginning of class.
AP English III: First, remember that we have The Great Gatsby on Thursday afternoon at around 3:30. Meet at the Carmike Wynnsong on Martin Luther King Parkway. Also, we'll be having our group photo on Wednesday afternoon at 2:40. Please be prompt!
You all have your Character Cafe on the last day of class. Remember to sign up with me with your character and what you're planning on bringing for the good of the group. Keep it secret - part of the fun of the game is figuring out who everyone is. I'll announce exam exemptions for all of you during the Character Cafe.
Lastly, due to the fact that I'll be out this Friday you will have your final chance to tun in your Motif/Calligraphy Projects on Monday the 20th. This is a final due date for all students!
English IV: If you have missing assignments you need to get these made up and submitted ASAP. A-day students have their final projects due on the 16th (Thursday). B-day students will need to turn in their projects on either the 16th during 4th period or on Monday the 20th before school, after school, or during 4th period. Again, due to the fact that I will be out, the date has changed.
AP English IV: Our final days are upon us - Thursday we have our Character Cafe and then on Monday we have the project presentations. Be sure that you have completed your entry ticket thoroughly on your character. I'll announce exemptions for all of you on Monday. There's no formal review for our exam but I am offering time for you to come in on Tuesday afternoon or during lunch on Tuesday which is the last day of class. It's not required, but I'd come if you're taking the exam.
Remember for Thursday to be on time as we'll be taking our group photo at the beginning of class.
AP English III: First, remember that we have The Great Gatsby on Thursday afternoon at around 3:30. Meet at the Carmike Wynnsong on Martin Luther King Parkway. Also, we'll be having our group photo on Wednesday afternoon at 2:40. Please be prompt!
You all have your Character Cafe on the last day of class. Remember to sign up with me with your character and what you're planning on bringing for the good of the group. Keep it secret - part of the fun of the game is figuring out who everyone is. I'll announce exam exemptions for all of you during the Character Cafe.
Lastly, due to the fact that I'll be out this Friday you will have your final chance to tun in your Motif/Calligraphy Projects on Monday the 20th. This is a final due date for all students!
English IV: If you have missing assignments you need to get these made up and submitted ASAP. A-day students have their final projects due on the 16th (Thursday). B-day students will need to turn in their projects on either the 16th during 4th period or on Monday the 20th before school, after school, or during 4th period. Again, due to the fact that I will be out, the date has changed.
A3 Denisovich Scripts
A3 Students - Here is the link for your script.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yI15E-foMBX-Gdta4awkv_1feWhofVNo03GI9II4kZA/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yI15E-foMBX-Gdta4awkv_1feWhofVNo03GI9II4kZA/edit?usp=sharing
Monday, May 13, 2013
English IV - Denisovich Work
B2 Students - Here is the link for your script.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pO7ThuNBCubTXfaUUynuETlBh0_693dJSAEfLnev4dk/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pO7ThuNBCubTXfaUUynuETlBh0_693dJSAEfLnev4dk/edit?usp=sharing
Friday, May 10, 2013
Winding Down the Year
Students! Happy Friday!
By this point all of you have taken your AP Exams for me and now we just need to move forward to our actual examinations. AP Students - I'll be announcing your exemptions on the 20th and 21st. Remember that absences do count as well as grades.
AP Juniors - Remember that your motif and calligraphy projects are due next week. This is really your final chance to bring up your grades for the quarter - be sure that these projects show a level of sophistication and style. I'll be able to collect your projects before school, after school, or during lunches. Remember that you need to come with your copy of Invisible Man for a quick annotation check when you submit your work to me. I will not be able to collect projects on the 17th (Friday) due to the fact that I will not be in the building. Please plan accordingly.
English IV - Please work to complete your final projects on A Day in Your Life. Consider your presentation and your commentary as you work. B-day students, I will need to change your due date due to my absence next Friday. I'll be sure to find a plan that will work for you all and be fair.
Freshman Focus - Next week we will be constructing our children's books. Remember to bring any materials that you may need. I'll have the basics of colored pencils, markers, glue and colored paper - but you will need to bring clip art or collaging materials if you're not hand drawing your illustrations.
Lastly, if you have any materials or books from me please start bringing those back! I don't want to hunt you all down at the end of the year.
By this point all of you have taken your AP Exams for me and now we just need to move forward to our actual examinations. AP Students - I'll be announcing your exemptions on the 20th and 21st. Remember that absences do count as well as grades.
AP Juniors - Remember that your motif and calligraphy projects are due next week. This is really your final chance to bring up your grades for the quarter - be sure that these projects show a level of sophistication and style. I'll be able to collect your projects before school, after school, or during lunches. Remember that you need to come with your copy of Invisible Man for a quick annotation check when you submit your work to me. I will not be able to collect projects on the 17th (Friday) due to the fact that I will not be in the building. Please plan accordingly.
English IV - Please work to complete your final projects on A Day in Your Life. Consider your presentation and your commentary as you work. B-day students, I will need to change your due date due to my absence next Friday. I'll be sure to find a plan that will work for you all and be fair.
Freshman Focus - Next week we will be constructing our children's books. Remember to bring any materials that you may need. I'll have the basics of colored pencils, markers, glue and colored paper - but you will need to bring clip art or collaging materials if you're not hand drawing your illustrations.
Lastly, if you have any materials or books from me please start bringing those back! I don't want to hunt you all down at the end of the year.
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Homework and Reminders - 5/8 and 5/9
By this point in the year all classes really just have their final projects to work on and complete. Be sure that you're working on these so that your final projects show a level of sophistication and that they complete the task that you have ahead of you.
Remember - AP students, those of you taking the exam, I'd like to see you before you test. Come see me for one last hype-up!
Remember - AP students, those of you taking the exam, I'd like to see you before you test. Come see me for one last hype-up!
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