ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Beowulf
-collect books if you have them
-take test
-work on generating ideas for compare or contrast paper on Beowulf...
-time was given to begin working on the writing...please focus on good PARAGRAPH DEVELOPMENT with TOPIC SENTENCES that make sense!

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Take A SEPARATE PEACE quiz on chapters 1-5
2. Go over appearance vs reality conflict in chapter 5
3. There is NO READING for tonight
4. We put vocab words in sentences and went over them because....
5. Vocab test is FRIDAY

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Write to the following composition prompt: "Reflect on our discussion of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs." What level would you say you are currently on? Are you self actualized? What would being "self actualized" mean to you personally?"

2. Cultural Literacy

-write down new idioms and expressions and take about 15 minutes to walk around and ask students/faculty if they know any

3. I WILL BE OUT ON THURSDAY, so this means your INTERVIEW PROJECTS are due now on MONDAY. I will instruct the sub to allow you time to work in class on Thursday!

**ADDENDUM** CP 11 VOCAB LIST-PART 2 OF A SEPARATE PEACE

ajar
grandee
denounce
reverberating
diminished
delirious
decalogue
reverie
loyalty
sultriness
emissaries
infinitesimal
bantam
maimed
goad
automaton
dispensation
dumbfounded

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Take vocab test on cultural literacy
2. BEOWULF
-quiz/participation grade on "Death of Beowulf" section
-correct quiz as a class to go over this final section
-begin taking notes on elements and stereotypes of 'epic hero stories.'
-you will have your BEOWULF TEST on Wednesday, and on FRIDAY, your composition is due:

       Compare or contrast the character of Beowulf with a modern day 'epic hero' of your choosing.
       Please use at least three elements/stereotypes in order to make your argument. Be as specific
       as you can.

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Take vocab test!
2. A Separate Peace
-new vocab list for chapters 5&6
-go over chapter 4 study guide/notes on the reading
-begin chapter 5 in class and please finish for next time
-on Wednesday there will be a test on chapters 1-5,  including all the stuff we have talked about in class!!!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP

1. TheLongestWinter
-notes on Maslow and "hierarchy of needs" as it relates to the psychology of war, etc
-these notes will be used in a response I will ask you to write on Tuesday
-finish BandOfBrothers episode
-introduce final project "Interview Composition" and explain....
-this composition is due next THURSDAY

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. DUe to some confusion with the sub last time, I have rescheduled the cultural literacy vocab test to be on MONDAY
2. BEOWULF
-go over definition/examples of 'cultural heroes'
-notes and discussion on the "Battle with Grendel's Mother" including the evidence of supernaturalness, the setting of the lake, the differences in this fight, etc
-begin section 3 (death of Beowulf) together and make sure to read and finish for next time
-there will be a quiz (true/false--reading check) on this third section only....

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Due to confusion with the sub last time, we will have our vocab quiz on MONDAY
2. A SEPARATE PEACE
-give out chapter 3 study guides
-go over chapter 3 study guide questions and do notes for the chapter
-begin chapter 4 together...please finish chapter 4 for next time...you only have to read this short chapter

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. TheLongestWinter
-quiz on chapter 10 and 11
-view part of "Band of Brothers" TheBreakingPoint episode

ORANGE DAY (SUB PLANS BECAUSE I AM AT A CONFERENCE)

Sub Plans

Jared Goldsmith

December 8, 2015

Thanks for subbing for me today. My schedule and plans are as follows:

BLOCK 1-This is my free period. Relax.

BLOCK 2-This is a senior “college composition” class. This group of seniors is reading BEOWULF. Please have them read section 2 of BEOWULF (The battle with Grendel's mother) and actively take notes on the following as they read a) examples that show Beowulf's arrogance b) how Beowulf displays 'superhuman' characteristics in this section c) details to show the difference between this fight and the original fight with Grendel. They should take a good deal of notes as they read, and please tell them I will collect this on Thursday. Would you also remind the class that they have their vocab (cultural literacy) test on Thursday and they will need to know how to use the terms in sentences AND they will have to know the 'backstory' of the phrases. Thanks

LUNCH

BLOCK 3- This is a junior college prep English class. They are reading the book A SEPARATE PEACE. Please have them read chapter 3 in class. Please have them jot down three quotes from Finny that they think shows them the type of character he is. Would you also remind them that their A SEPARATE PEACE Vocab test 1 is on Thursday and they should be ready for it!

BLOCK 4-Same as block 2....Thanks!

I told my classes ahead of time that I would be out today, so they should already have a rough idea of today's plans. Please tell them I will also “cut and paste” these lesson plans on my class web site (www.goldsmithenglish.blogspot.com) if they have any questions!

Please only allow one student at a time to leave for bathroom/etc...the pass is on the file cabinet at the front of the room

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Vocab review putting half of the words in sentences describing YOU, and half of the sentences using words pertaining to any part of the book...this was a participation grade for today

2. The Longest Winter
-primary source discussion for chapter 10....you were to read this chapter for today
-please read the rest of chapter 11 for next time....
-there will be a READING QUIZ on Chapter 10 and 11 on Wednesday!!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1) BEOWULF
-rest of notes on the history and story of Beowulf
-depending on what class you were, we did two different things (due to shortened schedule)
block 2-read the first section on your own in class "The Battle with Grendel"
block 4-read the first section at home

ALL CLASSES TAKE/TOOK NOTES ON THE FOLLOWING:
-evidence of the men's 'nervousness' towards Grendel
-how Beowulf is described as a 'great' and strong character
-how there are Christian undertones to the story (evidence of the monks who wrote it)
-details that show Grendel's 'appearance'

PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK THIS BLOG NEXT WEEK, as I will be out on Tuesday and there will be sub plans!

COLLEGE PREP 11

1) A SEPARATE PEACE
-discussion of first two chapters, focusing our notes on
   *typological names
   *trees
   *Finny's acts of rebellion
   *Finny's appearance

-you do not need to read chapter 3, as the sub will have you do this when I am at a conference on Tuesday!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. THE LONGEST WINTER
-take quiz on chapter 9
-go over where applicable
-quiz is open book, but 20 minute time limit
-begin chapter 10 in class....read aloud and finish for next time
-our primary focus for the next (and final) two chapters we read will be on the characters of Bouck and Peiper and their actions in the story!
2. Vocab
-we will not have the quiz on Monday...instead, we will do a writing/review activity on Monday and we will have the quiz on Wednesday! But still study!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Finish cultural literacy phrases/definitions....the test for this is next TUESDAY
2. Take practice cultural literacy quiz http://www.readfaster.com/culturalliteracy/test.asp?tid=624
3. BEOWULF
-preliminary background notes
-please read in book pages 3, 4, 5...and then 8 and 9....jot down notes about what you find important...

CP 11

1. Collect compositions "something important in Maine"
2. A SEPARATE PEACE
-give vocab list with words from ch 1 and 2
-begin reading in class today....discuss as we go
-please read ch 1 and 2 for next class!

BLACK DAY

College Prep 12

1. Vocab
-look up 'personal narrative' vocab words on own
-use them each in a sentence....notice how they can be used to describe you
-the quiz on this will ONLY have you use them in a sentence...so be sure you know how
2. THE LONGEST WINTER
-your assignment is to read chapter 9 ("Terror!")
-there WILL BE a quiz on this chapter...you will be able to use your books, but there will be a TIME LIMIT on the quiz

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1 College essay was due today--mark on your paper where you 'varied your sentence beginnings!
2. Cultural literacy
-introduce new phrases/idioms
-interview other students/staff/faculty to see what they know
-begin (but we did not finish) terms

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Information Writing
-read newspaper article on history of Maine's paper mills
-identify topic sentence and enumerative paragraphs and subtopics
-write a 1/2 page summary of this article
-for next time, please write compose a piece of informational writing of your own addressing the prompt "Something very important to Maine." We discussed how snow, hunting, trees, cell phones, etc might be good ideas! Be sure to use two or three SUBTOPICS in your paper, and if you dont understand what I mean, come see me!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

In today's class we viewed the "Bastogne" episode as a companion piece to the place we are at in the book....there is no reading assigned over vacation...enjoy

HOWEVER, block 3 was responsible for giving me the short writing prompt of the day "Describe the physical, mental, and emotional challenges the men are facing in the war. Use your book or the episode of BAND OF BROTHERS as an example"

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Mr Mcneil/Ms Hallen speak about college stuff for about ten minutes....reminders of dates, etc
2. College essay
-go over sentence variety worksheet
-give out MethodsOfElaboration rubrics and explain how to use them
-workshop college essays, filling out rubrics for self and others
-your college essay is due on the Monday we get back from vacation...please remember
   1. Begin with a Q.A.Q.S.
   2. Have clear evidence of voice
   3. Demonstrate at least three underlined examples of varied sentence beginnings (prepositional
       phrase, adjective phrase, or participle phrase....)


COLLEGE PREP 11

1 Thoreau paper due today
2. Paragraph writing
-worksheet on enumerative paragraphs
-worksheet on sentence cohesiveness and organization
3. We will begin our next book after vacation and paragraph organization will be a focus area for our writing during this unit...

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Check in with Mr McNeil about college deadlines, SATs, Accuplacers, etc etc...
2. The Longest Winter
-quick discussion of chapter 7
-writing prompt to be done in class: "Using your book as a guide, describe what you think would be the greatest physical, emotional, and mental hardships facing the men during the battle" OR Describe the traits that you think make Lt Bouck a strong leader
**Note** Block 3 did not get to the prompt today...we will do this in class on Friday...****

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. College Essay
-"I am a dynamic figure" sentence activity
-pass back/examine intro paragraphs
-sentence variety--varying sentence beginnings with participle phrases, prepositional phrases, and adjective phrases
-do "from the top of my house" activity and change sentence beginnings
BLOCK 2-please finish the worksheet where you revise/create your own sentences
BLOCK 4-disregard block 2...you didnt get this sheet yet
-
BOTH CLASSES**** Bring in a PRINTED OFF draft of your college essay...you will be working on it in class and there will be some revision stuff going on....you will be editing your own and you will be editing another paper

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Reminder of Thoreau quote paper due next class...please pay close attention to the topic sentence stuff we did in class today....make sure your paragraphs reflect this!!!
2 Paragraph writing
-notes on topic sentences, etc
-sheet with exercise 19 and 20 to practice topic sentences, etc
-do sheet #21 and #22 and this was collected at the end of class!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. THE LONGEST WINTER
-test on chapter 1-6
-go over some of the answers
-research/discussion of "Geneva Convention" and its role in the story
-begin reading chapter 7 together in class...please finish this chapter....I get the sense that people are not reading, and therefore you should always expect a POP QUIZ...even if it is only two questions to check that you read  :/

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. TheLongestWinter
-work on chapter 5 study guide in class...
-go over certain answers of chapter 5 study guide
-begin reading chapter 6 in class and finish for next time (NOTE: Try not to get all stressed about all the names, numbers, etc...focus on the core elements of the story...even if you are skimming parts...pay close attention to the stuff about Lyle Bouck...
-we will have a test on Monday on chapters 1 through 6...it will include all the notes/studyguide/terminology stuff we have done thus far in the book...you can NOT use your notes on this...

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT ENGLISH

1. vocab quiz
2. College Essay unit
-pass back 'voice' pieces
-'annoying' prompt and discussion...try to guess voice of your classmate...
-begin talking about introductions for your essays
    -->Q.A.Q.S. strategy
    --> prompt along with modeling how to start your essays with either a quote, anecdote, question, or shocking statement
-for Friday, please bring in an introductory paragraph to your college essay...have it reflect one of the QAQS's....

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Vocab test
2. Thoreau
-re-introduce him with a few notes
-begin reading from "Walden" on page 174 of text book
-finish reading the rest of the "Walden" selections for next time
-please take down some notes/jot down some observations on how Thoreau seems to 'advertise' the beauty and appeal of 'nature' and living...

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. The Longest Winter
-quiz on chapter 4--you may use your study guide to help you answer the quiz questions
-go over all of chapt 4 study guide...
-view part of "Battlefield Detectives" HistoryChannel documentary about the Battle of the Bulge
-your assignment for THURSDAY is to read chapter 5....we will definitely do an in class study guide activity with this in class on Thursday....

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1.TheLongestWinter
-go over chapter 2 study guide
-summarize chapter 3 (no study guide, but you were supposed to read it)
-begin chapter 4 "The Ghost Front" together in class....you were given the last 20 minutes or so to read on your own in class....work wisely
-expect some type of quiz on chapter 4 on Monday!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

We continued with college essay writing...focused on voice and activities to get us writing with more voice...we did the 'question game' and took turns talking to different people....we then had a 15 minute focused writing on ONE of the questions (pick any one you want) and include at least two vocab words from this week's list in it...We also focused on the college essay vocab and we took time to go over the sentences you were to write for today...reminder that the test is next TUESDAY!!!!

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Vocabulary
-reminder of test on TUESDAY of next week!
-do multiple choice practice 'test' and go over (good SAT practice, etc!)
2. Ralph Waldo Emerson
-go over questions 1-4 for Emerson's "Nature"
-make sense out of a difficult section of reading
3. There is no reading assignment since we will not have class until next Tuesday....just study vocab!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

Today in class we officially began reading THE LONGEST WINTER...we skipped chapter one, as I summarized it for you rather quickly...we began reading out loud for chapter 2, and a study guide was passed out to be completed while you read...time was given in class to get a good jump on the reading, and you should read the rest of chapter 2 for next time....in addition, I would like you to read chapter 3, as it is a rather short chapter...always expect a quizzzzzzz

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Vocab words given today

amiable
bayou
grimace
indomitable
malleable
melodramatic
succumb
vibrant
visage
whimsical
apprehensive
callous
commendable
indignant
ineffectual
judicious
mystic
paraphrase
personification
verbatim

2. Brief introduction to transcendentalism....take some quick notes...then we read from "Nature" by Ralph Waldo Emerson....please finish reading this short essay and answer questions 1-4 in writing!

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. College essay vocab--synonyms of common 'personal narrative' words to avoid cliches in writing

elitist
extrovert
introvert
glib
kindred
meticulous
vivacious
jovial
intuitive
inquisitive
cognizant
zeal
talisman
solidarity
altruistic
galvanize
potent
resilient
pretentious
veracious

Please use each of these words in a sentence...make the sentence be about YOU...and how YOU would pertain to the words (example: I have a lot of ZEAL for paddling my canoe down the Kennebec River)

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

Today in class we started by taking the O.W.L. test and finishing up any remaining surveys that needed to be done....One class received their LONGEST WINTER books, but the other class did not. Some background about D-Day was discussed/shown and there is no reading assignment for this weekend...we will begin the reading of chapter 2 on Tuesday...in the meantime, you should just begin to study the 'military terms' we discussed in class....

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

Take OWL test in class....

College Essay
-'kite or clothesline' questions to generate ideas...
-brief discussion of voice....
-'collecting activity'
-please come to class with a paragraph where you develop any of the things you filled in on your collecting activity...please make sure it is something you can share with someone in the class...

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Collect papers-parts of speech circled, etc
2. "Setting" in nonfiction American lit
-read John Smith "New England" and answer questions
-read William Bradford from "Plymouth Plantation" and answer questions
-you do not need to read for hw...I collected the books at the end of class

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1.Part of speech papers due today
2. Reminder that this Friday you will have your O.W.L. test...I will give you ten words printed out on the paper (stationery, affect, effect, further, etc) and your job will be to use them correctly in a sentence
3. THE LONGEST WINTER
-some brief background notes on WWII, Battle of the Bulge, military lingo, etc
-we did not get the books today...we will get them on Friday...

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. O.W.L. Review sheet on farther/further and affect/effect
2. Discuss/pass back papers
-go over some of the problem areas such as thesis statement and transitional words/phrases
-go over examples from student papers (these were photocopied) and focus on backstory, general info, thesis, etc
3. College Essay
-begin unit by having discussion about college essays, grading, etc
4. Reminder of OWL test on Thursday

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Grammar review quiz on adverbs, verbs, and adjectives
2. Go to web site https://blog.udemy.com/expository-writing-prompts/ and scroll down to look at expository writing prompts
3. the assignment is to respond to one of the listed writing prompts...this response must be at least one full page, and you must show me (underline/circle/etc) adjectives and adverb usage...this is due on Thursday!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. OWL list #1
-block 1 had to finish the words (due to evac drill last time)
-all classes did OWL review sheet, getting practice with affect/effect and farther/further
-the test for this is on Friday
2. Composition 1
-work, for the remainder of class, on the compositions assigned last week....these are due WEDNESDAY and they must have underlined/circled/etc adverbs, adjectives, etc
-note: some popular linking verbs you might choose to use in your composition could be APPEAR, TASTE, FEEL, SEEM, and BECOME
3. We'll be starting THE LONGEST WINTER on Wednesday!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT ENGLISH

1. Papers are due today--
2. O.W.L. list number one
-go over notes for commonly misused words
-quiz for this will be next Thursday!!
3. College Essay unit
-briefly introduce unit...start getting all your applications together, etc...use your time wisely!

COLLEGE PREP 11

1 Vocab quiz
2. Grammar/Writing
-finish up exercises with adverbs, linking verbs, etc
-write sentences
-there will be a quiz (you can use notes) on applying adjectives, verbs, and adverbs...this quiz will be MONDAY

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

During block 1, we began our O.W.L. word list, but we had class cut short due to the fire drill and evacuation....we will finish the rest of the words list next time. During block 2 we were able to finish all the O.W.L. words and the rest of the time was used to work on the 'grammar/part of speech' compositions. BOTH CLASSES: Your compositions are due on Monday. Remember, that if you do not have it by then, you may use one of your tech days to pass it in late. See me BEFOREHAND for help with the parts of speech!!!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1 Writing FocusCorrectionArea: Introductions
-collect/go over/share/workshop intro paragraphs, looking for backstory, general info, thesis statement
-writing prompt with "what would you change about WHS teachers" and focus on crafting a good intro
-share my example, as well as student examples of good backstory
-writer's workshop on papers, which are due FRIDAY (NOTE: The WHOLE PAPER--not just the intro--is due Friday)

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Vocab
-share words you were to put in sentences
-do multiple choice test questions which utilize words in different contexts
-vocab test is FRIDAY
2. Grammar/Writing
-review of adjectives and exercise on adj
-notes on linking vs action verbs

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Writing/grammar
-notes on page 109 for adverbs and adverb phrases
-ex 11 and ex 12 on p 109-110
-go over usage for adverbs/adjectives when using linking or action verbs...
-assign paper: "Choose one of the three topics a) Describe the phone call that changed your life b) What would you do if you were not afraid? c)free choice In your paper you must have the appropriate number of action verbs, linking verbs, adjectives, and adverbs" See me with questions. We will work on this in class on Thursday

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Vocab test today in class
2. Writing
-writing "revision" expectations sheets distributed
3.Focus Correction Areas: Introductions
-practice backstory, general info, thesis..
-look at examples of intro paragraphs
-please write the INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH for your composition (see last class blog for assignment) for Wednesday....it will be workshopped and shared with other students..
-your composition is due on Friday....see me for help!

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Vocabulary
-new words given for test on Friday
-do matching/context clues worksheet and go over together
-please write all twenty words in GOOD, detailed sentences for Wednesday!
2. Grammar
-we will continue with this on Wednesday...

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Writing/composition
-ten original sentences (about food) that have circled verbs and underlined adjectives in them
-share orally for review
-quick review of linking verbs vs action verbs
-linking verb and action verb quiz...correct in class
-all of these exercises, etc are to be graded as class participation
-exercise 9 page 108 to practice adjectives

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT SENIORS

1. Brief conversation/notes/study guide on "In the Twilight" to prepare you for the short story test
2. Take short story test today
3. Remember that your vocab quiz is next class (Monday)
4. Your next composition topic is as follows. This is not due until the end of next week (perhaps Friday), but I am giving the topic to you now so you can mull it over....

 "Describe an incident where a seemingly positive quality--like loyalty, pride, love, innocence, etc--can become a life damaging flaw that damages lives? Use at least one of our short stories to make your argument.


COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Collect "realism" papers
2. Finish episode of "Band of Bros" combat/heroism...
3. Grammar/Writing
-notes on parts of speech (noun, pronoun, adj)
-exercises on page 9 and 10 for in class participation
**NOTE, these were not collected today...but they may be next time!!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Finish cultural literacy/Greek idiomatic expression vocab....
2. "In the Twilight" by Wallace Stegner
-begin reading story together...we did not finish...this is okay...we will finish on Thursday (I collected the stories back because I need them for another class)
3. Short Story test will be on Thursday! Remember:
-study your notes and study guides for the stories we read
-pay close attention to how we discussed literary devices in these stories
-the test will be two parted: a matching section (characters, terms, etc) and a section where you apply your knowledge of literary devices to a story of your choice

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Your "Realism" papers are due on Thursday...see last class's blog entry for a detailed assignment!!
2. View "The Replacements" from BandOfBrothers in the context of 'cowardice' in war...

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

Today we did an alternate plan due to the early release and the amount of absences....we did not continue with our grammar/composition 'stuff' and we will continue on Wednesday (you will have a quiz on Friday)....Instead, we did word games/trivia/word riddles....See me with any questions!

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Vocab quiz--you may use your image sheets from last time's review! Fun!
2. "Red Badge"
-discussion on realism stereotypes in pop culture
-work on completing 'chart' of stereotypes
-paper assigned: Compare THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE to a modern example of 'realism.' What piece of 'modern literature' (book....tv episode...film...music) is truly an example of 'realism?' Use at least three of the stereotypes on the chart we did to support your argument! You were given time to work on this at the end of class, and the paper is due on TUESDAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT ENGLISH
1. Raymond Carver author study
-background info on inferences, two truths and a lie, etc
-background on Carver's writing style
-split class up to read either "The Student's Wife" or "Night School"
-each group should summarize the story AND try to make inferences on the characters and their personal problems
-large group discussion of both stories
2. Vocab-new list-we will do words on Tuesday, but would you please look up the definitions on your own for the following words:

agitate
litigate
prodigal
synagogue
venue
incipient
infinitesimal
finite
trajectory
conducive

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Writing workshop
-continue with verbs and adjectives
-ex 7 page 106 to id verbs...
-adjective notes, predicate adjective notes
-ex 9 page 108 to revise sentences
-'would you rathers' to write sentences with predicate adjectives, etc...we worked on writing well crafted sentences...
-no homework tonight...on Thursday, you will be assigned a composition where you will put this grammar stuff into practice!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT
1. "The Lottery"
-go over story with notes on symbolism, typological names, etc etc
-closure to conversation about traditions that might seem offensive, unnecessary, etc...and how this relates to the story
2. "Once More to the Lake" by E.B. White
-collect compositions about a predominant literary device in the essay
-go over some of the essay...talk about conflicts involved, the idea of 'place,' etc...
3. No reading for tonight...we will begin our next two stories on Wednesday

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE
-take test
-do 'realism' charts for 'Badge,' as well as one for a pop culture example...see what stereotypes and generalizations exist ....make sure you bring this to the next class, as it will help you when I assign your composition on Wednesday
2. Prepare for the vocab test which is on WEDNESDAY

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Vocabulary quiz today!
2. Grammar/Writing
-intro discussion...how it is all based on becoming a better writer and crafting better sentences
-quick diagnostic activity: identification of subject/predicate (p111 ex A )
-notes on verbs...action verb vs linking verbs...examples..."seem" substitution, etc
-identifying verbs...(p106 ex 6)
-there is no homework assignment...we will continue with the writing on Tuesday!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson
-read story together and do 'thought questions'
-discussion points in groups: Do we have any weird traditions, as a culture, that just do not make sense? How/when can a tradition be harmful to a culture? Explain
-share responses, etc
-I collected the stories, but please bring the thought questions back on Monday so we can discuss the story
2. "Once More to the Lake" by E.B. White
-read the story on line OR come see me and get a paper copy
-What is a prevailing literary device used by White in this essay? Craft a response!

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Vocabulary
-finish the words we did not finish last time
-Google image activity: For ten of your words, Google-image an appropriate, powerful example of that word...then, write a couple of sentences explaining why you chose this image
2 THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE
-we will have a test on the book on Monday....you should at the very least read the SparksNotes summaries, etc. You MAY NOT use your notes on this. The Test will be true/false, matching, short answer, etc. It will also have some of our more recent RED BADGE vocab on it!! STUDY! (but, if you check this blog regularly, you probably already DO study...so great job!)

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Finish "Goonies" discussion with notes on epic heroes, etc
2. Vocab
-the quiz will be on FRIDAY
-as a way to review, craft the words into sentences...share with class in order to go over and reinforce
3. We will begin grammar/parts of speech/sentence revision on Friday

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Vocab quiz today!
2. "The End of Something"
-discuss story, symbolism, etc
3. "The Lottery"
-introduce story and discuss 'contrasting images'
4. TAKE NOTE: Many of you missed class today due to the college fair...please be sure to come see me and make up your vocab test ASAP. ALSO, make sure you copy the notes we took for our latest story, as they will help you on the test we take...
5. TAKE NOTE ALSO of the fact that you do not have to read THE LOTTERY for Wednesday...with so many folks out, we will just read it in class on Thursday...

JUNIOR ENGLISH

1. "Red Badge"
-read chapter 20 aloud and on own....
-take notes of three times (quotes) you see Henry's 'thoughts,' and explain what is going on
-I summarized chapt 21 for you...you do not need to read that one
-please read ch 22 through the end of the book for next class!
2. Vocab words
-"red badge" list number 3 was started...we did not finish and we will do so on Thursday

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Today in class we continued to view "The Goonies" as evidence of an 'epic hero' story...remember to take notes as you watch as to how the film contains several of the 'epic hero stereotypes' we discussed/took notes on in class
2. There is no hw assignment...we will finish the film on Wednesday, and we will begin some grammar writing review before getting into our next book....

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Go over "A & P" story with notes and discussion of literary devices in story
2. Collect responses done for "A &P"
3. Begin "The End of Something" by Ernest Hemingway
-background notes on Hemingway's style
-discussion of items that might be symbolic in the story
block2-write about how the items we listed on the board might be symbolism
block 3-overall, write a paragraph (not to be graded) commentary on the symbolism
4. Reminder that the vocab quiz is on Tuesday!!

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Pass out PSAT stuff, discuss Accuplacer, PSAT, etc
2. "Red Badge"
-test on reading chapter 16 thru 19
-go over test answers
-you have no reading homework tonight...we will read chapter 20 together on Tuesday!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Beowulf/epic hero paper is due today...if you are going to use one of your two tech days, please give it to me by Monday!
2. Vocabulary words in class today....these cultural literacy/idioms will be given to you on a test next FRIDAY
3. "The Goonies" and notes on how it follows the rules of an 'epic hero' story.....

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Finish vocab words (if applicable) for test that will be next TUESDAY
2. Connotation vs denotation activity and review in class...
3. "A&P" by John Updike
-introduce story with "The House" activity
-discuss the idea of 'perceptions'
-read story (find on line)
-respond to the following prompt: A&P is largely a story about perceptions, meaning that what Sammy PERCEIVES affects his decision to be rational (in his mind) or irrational (perhaps in our minds). Explain how Sammy's perceptions are the main cause and inspiration for him to make the decision he makes in the story. How does what he SEES affects his actions. You should also address the question as to if he made a foolish--or not foolish--decision based on these perceptions. 

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Vocab test in class today
2. "Red Badge"
-go over chapters through chapter 14, taking notes, etc
-writing prompt/discussion about 'envy' and what you are envious of...
-summary of chapter 15 (you didnt have to read this)
-begin reading in class...your assignment is to read chapters 16, 17, 18, and 19
-there will be a quiz on these chapters!
-please do the study guide questions for this group of chapters, as some of the questions may come right off the study guide!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Beowulf test in class today--you may use notes on this!
2. Your compare/contrast papers for Beowulf are due on Thursday...SEE ME ahead of time if you have questions...tomorrow (which is Wednesday) I am free all of block 1...come on by! On Thursday, I have a study hall during block 2
3. Copy down the new 'cultural literacy' vocab words...we will finish these on Thursday!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. We didnt get to the discussion of "The Bet," so we will do this next time....
2. We did our first vocab list today (block 4 did not finish the list) and this quiz will be next TUESDAY...in addition to the vocab words, there was much discussion on 'connotation' and 'denotation' and how 'cultural literacy' is used to generate our words lists...

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Reminder that vocab quiz is on WEDNESDAY
2. "Red Badge"
-check off 8-11 study guides for participation grades
-writing in class prompt: How do the people (or a person) Henry meets in chapt 8-11 have an effect on him? How do they make him feel? Show me that you read by writing a clear and detailed paragraph"
-discuss the responses to this prompt...go over 'the color red' and 'foil' in this section, along with the "tattered man" and the "spectral soldier"!
-begin reading chapters 12 through 14 in class...be sure to read this for next time....and be sure to answer the pertinent study guide questions!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1 BEOWULF
-finish last two 'hero convention stereotypes'
-be sure you have taken the notes for all of this, as it will help you on the paper
-do next worksheet/graphic organizer of "Epic hero elements" and go over the examples in class
-assign paper:
       COMPARE OR CONTRAST THE CHARACTER OF BEOWULF TO A MODERN DAY
       HERO OF YOUR CHOICE. IN DOING SO, YOU MUST USE AT LEAST THREE 'EPIC
       HERO STEREOTYPES' (LOOK AT YOUR NOTES) TO STATE YOUR CASE. HOW IS
       BEOWULF LIKE A MODERN DAY HERO? HOW IS HE UNLIKE? CHOOSE ONE
       POSITION TO TAKE.

we worked through some ways in which to do this (written on board) by organizing the answer into three solid paragraphs, etc...
-REMEMBER that this paper is due on THURSDAY of next week
-on MONDAY you have the Beowulf TEST (on the history, notes, and everything we read)...you may use notes on this

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

Classes were flipflopped again....block 2 read "The Bet" and did those activities....and block 4 had guidance come today....also, the lit terms papers were collected...

COLLEGE PREP 11

1 Vocab
-go over all the definitions and sentences from the words you looked up from the RED BADGE OF COURAGE
-this test will be next WEDNESDAY
2. "Red Badge"
-pass out study guide with questions from chapters 8 THROUGH 11
-we read and discussed some from chapter 8...your job is to finish the reading assignment through chapter 11 and do the questions...these will be collected!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Touch base about guidance's visit to our class last time...
2. BEOWULF
-take quiz on "Death of Beowulf" section
-go over quiz/section of BEOWULF...take good notes!
-begin discussion of genres and genre stereotypes (horror, romantic comedy, etc)
-narrow the focus to epic hero stories, and discuss how they share common stereotypes...this is an important set of notes, because you will be writing your BEOWULF paper based on these stereotypes....
-be prepared to share your "hero of choice" in class (real quick) on Friday....what "stereotype" do they share?

ORANGE DAYYYYYYYYYo

DUAL ENROLLMENT

Guidance was here to talk to block 2....block 4 had class. During block 4, we read and discussed the Anton Chekov story "The Bet" in class. You do not need to do anything at home with the story...we will continue with it next time we have class...butttttttt block 4 will have guidance come on Thursday

See me if you have any questions....haha

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. "Red Badge"
-test on notes through chapter 8....
-there is no reading assignment tonight....enjoy
2. Vocab
-new words from chapter 8 through 12 of the book
-look up words in class...
-for next time, please have ALL the words defined and please put HALF OF THEM in original sentences...this will be a participation grade!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

Guidance was in today for the full class, as they were discussing very important senior material. If you were not present in class today, please see your guidance counselor as soon as possible.

A reminder that we will pick up where we left off with BEOWULF when we have our next class...

Make sure you have read THE DEATH OF BEOWULF and be prepared for a quiz....

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT ENGLISH

1. Give syllabus for "Thomas" portion of class--explain logistics of how writing is done...
2. Literary Devices
-go over 1-15 worksheet you were to complete
-hear examples of your own from information map
-all of these were participation grades!
-assign 'literary terms' paper--this is due for both sections next THURSDAY

**Note: Guidance will see block 2 on Tuesday, and block 4 on Thursday


JUNIOR COLLEGE PREP

1. Vocabulary test 1
2. "Red Badge"
-go over chapters 3-5 with study guide and 'identifications'
-make sure you understand HOW to do identifications, as we will use these throughout the year
-we did not get to read together in class, but we will do more on Tuesday...
-please read chapters 6, 7, and 8 for next time
-we will have a TEST ON TUESDAY that will entail everything from Stephen Crane notes, Realism notes, and everything from chapters 1 through 8.....make sure to read and look over your study guides, etc....

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Vocab test number 1!!
2. Beowulf
-go over section 2 with notes, paying special attention to 'arrogance' and 'supernatural' details
-begin section 3 of Beowulf "death of Beowulf" and finish this section for next class
-for next time, please research a 'hero' of your choice (can be a person like a coach, soldier, grandparent...or you can totally take the other route and go Batman, Superman, etc etc..) and jot down that hero's a) secret/special weapon b) arch enemy....
-please remember: I will be giving you a short quiz on "the death of Beowulf" on Monday!

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Literary Terms
-finish definitions and examples
-explain 'info map' and work in groups to complete this (please finish for next time)
-review sheet for lit terms test...please do only the side with 1-15 on it...we will do the others next time!

CP 11

1. Reminder that vocab quiz is this Friday!
2. RED BADGE OF COURAGE
-write two paragraphs as written on board a) Write and describe how colors are used in the first two chapters...what role do you think they play? b) Write a paragraph describing the types of moods and emotions Henry feels in the first two chapters...this is to be a participation grade....
-go over chapters 1 and 2 with guided questions, etc
-begin reading at chapter 3....please read chapters 3, 4, and 5 for Friday! I will give a bonus/extra credit question on the vocab test having to do with the reading!!!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Silent reading--pick something you enjoy!
2. "Beowulf"
-work in class taking notes on a) nervousness of men b) religious references c) greatness of Beowulf
-go over these notes, along with questions 1-5 that you did along with the reading
-be sure to take good notes!!
-quick notes/discussion on KENNINGS and CULTURAL HEROES
-begin part 2 "Battle with Grendel's mother" in class
-please complete this section for next time...and take notes on how Beowulf is showing arrogance in this section!

** Dont forget to study for your first vocab test, which will be on Thursday!**

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. COllect Thomas College forms...if you dont have them, bring them next time!!
2. "A Rose For Emily"
-discussion of story...go over "clues" and "character of Emily"
-I did not collect this today...please bring it with you next time
-transition into literary terms
3. Literary Terms
-begin definitions and discussion of literary terms
-we will finish these on Wednesday!

COLLEGE PREP 11

1 Vocabulary
-finish last few words...this test will be on next FRIDAY
2. "Episode of War" by Stephen Crane
-read story and answer questions in study guide
-discuss story and 'glory' of war irony....
3. THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE
-distribute books and get numbers
-read chapters 1 and 2
-keep a log/take notes on how COLORS are mentioned/used in the chapters
-always expect a quiz!!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Silent reading (continue to bring something enjoyable or ask me for help!!)
2. Vocab
-finish remaining words..
-quiz will be next THURSDAY!
3. BEOWULF/Anglo Saxon Lit
-read page 3,4,5 in textbook...jot down three bulleted points from the reading
-take background notes on the time, culture, and story of BEOWULF
-read part one (BattleWithGrendel) and please answer the first FIVE questions on the page after the reading ends....make sure you do this for a participation grade

ORANGE DAY

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Ms Hallen presents on Thomas applications/paperwork...please try to have this into me by FRIDAY
2. "A Rose for Emily"
-'laundry' paragraph and discussion of 'clues'
-discuss status quo and 'someone you've always wondered about' as a way to introduce story
-begin reading the short story by William Faulkner (finish by finding it on line!)
-take notes on the following a) after you finish, what are the CLUES that tell you all along what was happening? b) what type of character is Emily? What is she like? Give me some good opinions and descriptions!
3. We will continue with literary devices next time

JUNIOR CP

1. Silent reading for ten minutes (bring something you like)
2. Stephen Crane/Realism
-background notes on author and genre of realism....
3. Vocab list 1
-words taken from first three chapters of RED BADGE OF COURAGE
-we did not finish the list, but we will finish next time....

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

Today we took notes on the types of vocab we will do this year....we paid special attention to the differences between CONNOTATION and DENOTATION and what they mean....we talked about cultural literacy and its role in our vocab this year....we took our first vocab list down today...we didnt finish the whole list, so we will finish next time...you should begin studying your words and learning the words, as we will have the quiz next week

Be sure to pick out a silent reading book for our ten minutes of silent reading....

ORANGE DAY

ALL CLASSES

Thanks for all your attentive ears as today I went over the syllabus, policies, and expectations for class this year. This will be a great year! I look forward to reading through the 'participation cards' you did, and I encourage you to choose something to bring into class for silent reading for next time.

ORANGE DAY

SENIORS

Pass back finals...ask questions if you have any...fill out evaluation (Thomas College class only)...collect any owed books, etc

FRESHMEN

1. Finish film of Act 2--take good notes
2. Take test on Act 2!
3. Assignment for next time is to actively read 3.1 on your own (use NOFEAR, etc if you need help!) and complete the reading guide...this will be a grade for participation!
4. On Wednesday of next week you must present your memorization of AT LEAST five lines from the play...for every other five lines you do, you earn extra credit. See me for details!

ORANGE DAY

SENIORS!!!!

Today we went over the Latin and Greek root vocab words...this quiz will be on THURSDAY FOR ALL!! You need to be sure you have a) learned what the roots mean b) learned the words I gave you c) learned some words on your own that contain the roots (real words that were NOT on the list I gave you.

We continued with claim, data, warrant argument writing, and today we looked at the DOWNEAST MAGAZINE article "25 things every Mainer should know" and we discussed some claims and data we could use to prove those points...

You dont need to write anything tonight...although you should be thinking about your OWN claim, data, warrant piece for your final...we will talk more about this on Thursday...

FRESHMEN

We continued with Act 1 of 'reading' the film and taking notes for R&J. We then took the quiz on Act 1 and the Shakespeare background. Please come prepared on Thursday to do new vocab ANNNND read aloud for Act 2!!

ORANGE DAY

SENIOR CLASSES (Dual enrollment AND cp)


Both classes took notes on the claim, data, warrant power point...discussed SPIN...viewed clips and lyrics...etc....if you were not here today, you NEED to be sure to copy the notes from a classmate...you missed a very important power point presentation, and you will need this info in order to succeed on your final!!!

Bring your vocab (that Mr Lessard had you do) for next class...we will go over these Latin and Greek roots on Tuesday!

Just be thinking about a claim you would like to pursue for your argument paper....

FRESHMEN

We got caught up on ROMEO AND JULIET stuff for act 1....we went over the study guide that you should have completed....I explained the process of finding and using the NO FEAR SHAKESPEARE on the Internet...we began the film for Act 1 of the play, and took notes...

Remember: we are READING the film as much as we are READING the actual play...take good notes

Next time we will have a test on Act 1 AND the Shakespeare history we took notes on. STUDY as you WILL NOT be able to use notes on the test...

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Finish film
2. One page reaction based on one of the following quotes...due on Friday (you may work on it Wed when I am out and Mr Lessard is in!) The four choices for your explanation/reaction/opinion are:

1. PEOPLE SHOULDNT BE AFRAID OF THEIR GOVERNMENTS; GOVERNMENTS SHOULD BE AFRAID OF THEIR PEOPLE

2. KNOWLEDGE, LIKE AIR, IS VITAL TO LIFE. LIKE AIR, NO ONE SHOULD BE DENIED IT.

3. LOVE YOUR RAGE, NOT YOUR CAGE

4. ARTISTS USE LIES TO TELL THE TRUTH--BECAUSE YOU BELIEVED MY LIE YOU FOUND SOMETHING TRUE ABOUT YOURSELF

3. Mr Lessard will have you working on your final vocab list of the year on Wednesday! Do a great job!!

4. When I am back on Friday, we will be viewing a power point of the Claim Data Warrant argument writing model


COLLEGE PREP 9

1. We took the vocab test today in class
2.. Romeo and Juliet
-notes on "chorus" and "iambic pentameter"
-give out books!
-begin reading the prologue and Act1 scene 1
-give out study guide for prologue THROUGH Act 1 scene 2...please work on this and have it done for Friday...
3. NOTE: You will have time to work on this on Wednesday when I am out...Mr Lessard will work with you with RomeoAndJuliet stuff on Wednesday, so please bring your books and study guides!

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Please see COLLEGE PREP 12....use the same plan!

ORANGE

SENIOR CLASSES

Today we did two things: We took our final quizzes on the end of the book (Please bring MONTE CRISTO with you to class next time so I can collect them!) and we continued viewing the film. We have about 15 minutes left for Monday, and then we will start our argumentative writing unit!

COLLEGE PREP 9

We took a lot of background notes and info on Shakespeare and his world today...make sure you take good notes!! We will begin the reading of ROMEO AND JULIET on Monday. Also, your vocab test is on Monday!

BLACK DAY

CP 11

1. Grammar-subject/verb agreement
-work in grammar texts, doing exercises on page 86-89
-be sure to take notes on plural vs singular subjects and verbs
-be sure to take notes on kernel sentences!
-go over exercises as class to reinforce understanding!
-work in combination with vocab words to craft sentences that start with the special subjects that we listed on the board...use correct verb tense...
2. Reminder that vocab test is on Friday!

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP

Remember on Thursday you will have two quick quizzes--the Greek root vocab AND a four question Monte Cristo book end quiz...we will also finish part 2 of the film...

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Please continue to study your Greek/Latin vocab root words...this quiz will be on MONDAY....next time, we will begin ROMEO AND JULIET in class...please consider buying your own copy...

DUAL ENROLLMENT

Begin film...we will have quick MONTE CRISTO book end quiz before part 2 of the film on Thursday!!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

Today in class we completed our Ethan From in class essays and handed them in...books were also collected, so if you did not get it to me, please do. Have a great vacation! There is no homework! When you return we will begin with a vocab list and then do some grammar (subject and verb agreement!)

BLACK DAY

CP 11

Today we finished the ETHAN FROME film and you were reminded about the in class essay that will make up the 'test' for the book. Due to time constraints, I would like you work on the essay for a bit at home and know that I will give you the first 25 minutes of class to 'write' on Thursday before they are collected. Please use your time wisely!

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Today we had the Monte Cristo character matching quiz
2. We then began our discussion of ETHOS as a Greek rhetorical tool...we discussed how Monte Cristo uses it to affect his relationships with characters...and then we read the article on political ethos in our culture...be sure to answer the questions I wrote on the board....
3. Remember that I will not be here on Wednesday....your sub will give you the plan for class...be sure to bring your ethos articles and questions for Friday please!
4. Your vocab quiz will be on Friday


COLLEGE PREP 9

1. IATC in class essay done IN CLASS today (hence the name!)
2. Begin discussion of government intrusion, conspiracy, spying, Patriot Act, etc in pop culture and current events as it pertains to the book....
3. Told class I will not be here for class on Wed....your sub will have you working on vocab....

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Character matching quiz for Monte Cristo
2. Begin discussion ethos and relationships as they pertain to the book and, most notably, the world of culture, politics, and relationships...we will continue with this on Wednesday.....
3. Please do not forget that your "Renaissance Man" response is due on Wednesday

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

Reminder that your vocab quiz on Greek words 2 will be on Wednesday and that your Monte Cristo character matching quiz will be on Monday of next week....today we discussed characters by means of film clips, etc

COLLEGE PREP 9

Today we discussed the ending of the book and went over the study guide so that it all made sense to folks...we did NOT get to the in class essay, and we will do this on MONDAY...therefore, there is no homework for tonight...enjoy

DUAL ENROLLMENT

We got new vocab today, in the way of Greek root words volume 2....this quiz will be next FRIDAY....the character matching quiz will be on MONDAY and your "Renaissance Man" papers will be due on WEDNESDAY...see me with any questions about the paper, as we discussed some of it today!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. You were supposed to finish the book for today, and we discussed the ending of the story; this led into the assigning of the final paper (this will be an IN CLASS essay to be done after the film). We will start the film next time, and you may use your film experience to help you with the paper; I will collect books after the film is over. You were instructed to copy down the essay assignment from the board, so you could be thinking about it until we actually do it in class. It concerned the idea of LIVING vs SURVIVING as it pertains to the story...see me if you have any questions! You should have copied it down!!

ORANGE DAY

CP 12

1. Vocab-New Greek Root Words....this test will be next Wednesday
2. The Count of Monte Cristo....this character list quiz will be next Monday

CP 9

1. I AM THE CHEESE
-go over chapter 28 thought questions and collect
-begin reading last two chapters of the story...please finish the book for next time, and complete the study guide questions for the last two chapters...thanks!


DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Monte Cristo
-power point presentation on Christ Imagery
-discussion of any questions regarding the reading
-do more of character list
-continue reading on your own
-Looking Ahead: Character matching quiz will be on MONDAY and Renaissance paper will be due on WEDNESDAy...we will talk more about this....

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

Ethan From paper was due today....we went over the chapter that was to be read for today, and we began reading the final chapter of the novel....I would like you to please finish the novel for Wednesday....please dont forget that you have your vocab quiz on Wednesday, and if you make your five sentences FACTUALLY about the final chapter of Ethan Frome, then you can earn five extra points...FUN!

ORANGE DAY

CP 12

1. MONTE CRISTO
-fulfill most of character list...take good notes as we will have char matching quiz next week!
-collect papers due today!
-explain 'new style' of teaching the book...at this point, I want to continue on your own with the story--perhaps reading 30ish pages each day--and finish it on your own and we will have a test RIGHT after vacation...this will enable us to use class time to focus on some more of the transcendent and thematic elements of the story ....

CP 9

1. Vocab test today
2. I AM THE CHEESE
-go over though questions for 24-26
-read chapter 27 quickly together...
-Do ch 28 thought questions for next time...they will be a grade...you only have to read ch 28

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Monte Cristo
-big discussion on character list, study guide, reading, etc...we took a lot of notes today....great job and great participation...
-read on own...I would suggest 30 pages or so per class...I will explain our new style of doing this book when we meet again....

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

Today in class we went over the vocab words from ETHAN FROME...we put them in sentences and reviewed them as a class....the test will be next WEDNESDAY. We discussed chapter 6 & 7 of the book, going over the study guide and the answers...you only need to read the next chapter for next time.....the next writing assignment was given today, and that is due on MONDAY...essentially, I am asking, in your opinion, what is Ethan Frome's greatest ILLNESS? Is it a physical, mental, or emotional problem? Why? What is his biggest problem? We first introduced this paper idea by talking about the similarities Ethan and Zeena share, and how they both suffer, but one suffers externally and one internally...see me if any questions!

SUB PLANS FOR APRIL 1 ORANGE DAY

Hi classes. I am out sick today. I have posted the following sub plans on this blog for your convenience. Thanks and see you all in Thursday hopefully!

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SUB PLANS

JARED GOLDSMITH

APRIL 1 2015

BLOCK 1-Study hall until 828 in my room...then, per my sub folder notes, you go down to Mark Cooper's room (next to Katrina Billings' art room) to relieve him for his break. Please note that for the first half, several kids may sign out to guidance, etc. Bryce usually has a pass to go to the gym with Ms Beckwith. Nate and Trevor may have a pass to go to Ms Littlefield's room. Good group of kids.

BLOCK 2- Senior CP English. Small class. They are reading THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO. Last time they copied a character list off the board. For extra credit points, they might “fill in” some of the characters themselves (we did not do this last time). I will complete the character list with them when I return. Also, they have a paper that is due today. Please DO NOT collect it...I will collect it when I return. They may use the time to work on the paper if they did not finish it. Finally, I would ask that they read the next thirty pages (or as close as that is to the end of a chapter) for Friday's class. Thanks!

LUNCH

BLOCK 3-Freshmen CP English. A good class...a couple of 'enthusiastic' kids in Cody and Logan. Sometimes Nick gets involved. All three are harmless...but feel free to separate them if they become an issue. I have two things for this class to do. They got new vocab words for I AM THE CHEESE (book they are reading) last time. Please have them write their vocab words in sentences. I will check this off for a participation grade when I return. Secondly, on my desk with the laptop on it, you will find a sheet with three or four 'thought questions' for the the chapters they were supposed to read. Please give this sheet out to the class and have them complete it. Please do not collect it...I will get it from them when I return. There is NO new reading assignment...they should take advantage of the time to CATCH UP. Also, there vocab test is Friday....

BLOCK 4-College Composition/Honors Senior English. This class is reading THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO as well (just like the CP class). I would like this class to do the following two things. First of all, you can assign them to read through chapter 37 of the story (tell them this is a longer assignment, but they have all of class today to work on it as well....) Also, I would like you to pass out the photocopied sheets that contain their next writing assignment—the paper is labeled 'Count of Monte Cristo' writing assignment...it deals with the notion of a “Renaissance Man.” Please give each student one of these and tell them it will be due next week and I will touch base with them about it on Friday.

Thank you again for subbing for me today. If you have any issues, please see Dave Lachapelle (outside my room and to the left) or Ellen Tello (dept chair) whose room is right beside Dave's. Thanks again!

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1 Monte Cristo
-32-37 study guide is due next time...it is a quiz grade
-time given to work on 'corruption paper' and this is due next time
-copy down character list off board..we did not begin 'filling it in'

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. I AM THE CHEESE
-new vocab words given today from the book
-go over selected questions from study guide
-collect papers that were due today on the character of Brint....
-begin reading at chapter 24....please read this, chapter 25, and chapter 26 for next time so you can do well on the in class open book written test we will have

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Monte Cristo
-show film version of chapter 20 and 21 to sum up
-read 22, 23, 24 for next time...prelim. notes were given...you should be familiar with all these notes on that sheet
-answer questions/discuss chapters...

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

I have a feeling people arent reading....make sure you are!! The assignment for next class is to read through chapter 30....I can almost guarantee that there will be a quiz on these chapters and there will be questions on parts of the study guide that we did today in class...be sure to KNOW THAT STUDYGUIDE!

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. The assignment for today was to read through chapter 16...we read chapter 17 as a class, as it was short...we then worked on a timeline encompassing 13-17....after finishing this, I assigned the next paper which you should bring a DRAFT to on Thursday....the topic of the paper is "Up to this point, do you think Brint is a good or bad guy? What makes you think so? Support your opinion with reasoning from the book!" You need to come to class with something written, since we will work on the paper more in class on Thursday...there is no new reading assignment

DUAL ENROLLMENT

We took a five question quiz on the reading that was due today...we went over the quiz...we watched selected film clips of the movie...I gave the study guide for chapters 8-12 and even though we did not address it, you should feel comfy with all the stuff on the study guide....ask if you are unsure....the reading for next time is 12 THROUGH 16...there will be a test on Intro THROUGH chapter 16 on Thursday...you may use any NOTES you have :/

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. MONTE CRISTO
-test on chapters 1-16
-film/discussion of chapter 18 and 19....be sure to take good notes
-we skipped chapter 20 and 21...I showed parts of this with the film and your job was to write down information!!!
-please read (NOT JUST SPARK NOTES) chapter 22, 23, 24....remember that ch 24 is a 'flashback,' mostly that Bertuccio is retelling to The Count....

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. IATC
-test on chapters 1-12...you could use notes
-discuss test...reinforce "the letter" and typological names...
-begin reading together...read THROUGH chapter 16....

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Greek Root Test
2. MONTE CRISTO
-discuss the first reading assignment....framing the whole discussion with 'the letter'
-be sure to take good notes
-reading assignment is to read 8 THROUGH 12 for next time....dont worryif you are confused by chapter 11....
-always expect a reading quiz.....

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. We continued taking a break from our 'regularly scheduled program' and focused on the SMARTER BALANCE assessment practice....this test will begin on Monday........

Be sure that you pay attention to room assignments, etc. I have told you this a couple of times. Be sure to look at the info posted outside my classroom door.....

ORANGE DAY

CP 12

1. MOTE CRISTO
-reading check quiz on 12-16
-go over reading via quiz...answer questions...
-show selected scenes of film...imprisonment...Villefort....escape...Faria....etc so we can better understand character relationships...
-Please read chapter 17, 18, and 19 only for next time...this is a pretty short assignment
-next class there will be a TEST (no notes allowed) on everything through chapter SIXTEEN (study background, class notes, etc!!
-next time we will view a few more clips of the film and skip a couple of chapters in between before moving on....

CP 9

1. Vocabulary quiz in class today
2. IATC
-discuss chapt 7, 8, 9, 10 by writing IDs on board and splitting up class to 'jigsaw' them
-discus these IDs and explain relevance to the story
-prepare yourself for Friday's test, which will be on everything up THROUGH chapter 12...study your notes, study guides, etc!
-the only two chapters you had to read for HW for 11 and 12...a very short reading assignment.....

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Greek root test is on FRIDAY
2. THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO
-finish background notes on theme, etc
-distribute books
-begin reading in class together....then read on own for fifteen minutes...
-please read chapters 1 THROUGH 7 for Friday's class.....

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. ETHAN FROME
-reading quiz on chapter 4 and 5....you could pick five of the eight questions to answer
-go over quiz and go over chapters
-no new reading assignment tonight due to SmarterBalance practice
2.Smarter Balance Assessment
-introduce the test, which will be taken next week
-log on to the computers...go over some logistics...do some of the practice test....
-we will continue this next class as well, as next week will be dedicated to the juniors taking this assessment

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO
-you were to read through chapter ten for today....
-we did study guide notes/questions for about 15 minutes on own to see answers...
-then we discussed those answers
-began reading in class in chapter 12 (we skipped 11 and discussed)
-please read THROUGH chapter 16 for next time!

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. I AM THE CHEESE
-give study guide for 1-6 to do in class...then discuss!
-began reading together at chapter 7
-please read on and read THROUGH chapter 10 (stop at 11) for next time
2. REMEMBER VOCAB TEST FOR WEDNESDAY!!

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Greek root word finish--test is on Friday!
2. MONTE CRISTO
-moral questions/participation
-begin background notes on historical fiction piece
-did NOT distribute books...will do that on Wed. after finishing notes on theme, etc!!

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Ethan Frome
-reading check quiz on chapters 2 &3
-go over quiz and other important notes from chapter
-begin reading in class (shortened class...early release)
-please continue and read chapter 4 AND 5 for next time....

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. MONTE CRISTO
-quiz on chapters 1-5
-discussion and notes on these chapters
-read on in chapter 6 together
-please be sure to read THROUGH chapter 10 for next time!

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Vocab
-review by GoogleImage reporting on words for 20 minutes
-your quiz will be next WEDNESDAY (no class Friday)
2. I AM THE CHEESE
-pass out books--I will collect numbers next time
-background notes on characters and the THREE simultaneous stories going on....
-read aloud together....please read through chapter 6 (p 34) for next class...

HONORS/DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Grammar/writing quiz on misplaced modifiers/sentence revision!
2. Greek root word/vocab list
3. MONTE CRISTO next....

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Ethän Frómē
-we discussed chapter 1, referring to the notes on the study guide
-we began reading chapter 2 in class
-please finish chapter 2 AND chapter 3 for next time AND be sure to explain the deeper meanings for the quotes from chapter 2 (on the back of the study guide we worked on today)
-we will almost DEFINITELY have a reading check quiz on chapter 2 and 3 this Thursday

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. The Count of Monte Cristo
-finish all notes
-begin reading in class together...
-please finish THROUGH chapter 5 for next class!
-Always expect a reading check quiz

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Due to the fact that we were missing about half the class, we did not begin our next book...we will do this next time
2. We DID, however, do our next vocab list...if you were absent, please copy this as soon as possible...the vocab is from the first few chapters of our next book....

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. We spent some time in the purple grammar books going over misplaced modifiers and dangling modifiers....we did several exercises and went over them
2. You should prepare for a quiz to be taken on WEDNESDAY on correcting these types of sentences
3. We were going to start our next vocab list (Greek roots) but ran out of time...

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Introduction paragraph papers due today!
2. The Count Of Monte Cristo
-begin background info notes on characters
-moral conundrum questions
*we did not do ALL of the lesson plan since we were missing half the class today...no books were given out

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Read silently
2. "Should we be afraid of aliens" NPR news article
-explain info writing and connection to Smarter Balance Assessment
-copy down question VERBATIM from the board
-answer the question on the article, taking time to also include at least one adjective phrase and one adverb phrase in your writing

HONORS/DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Grammar/writing
-go over sentence revisions from last time
-pass out and work on 'newspaper packets,' trying to correct individual sentences in order to make them more clear...correct errors, etc

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Collect college essays--be sure to underline sentence variety examples!!
2. EthanFrome
-briefly begin with some background on author, theme, story, history, etc--take notes!!
-briefly begin the intro of the book together, discussing the char. of Ethan....you do NOT have to read for homework, as we will 'officially' start on Friday with the book

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Test on cultural literacy
2. Introductions
-read some of the homework examples aloud (thanks Tim!)
-assign assignment for next time-Write a good INTRODUCTION and the FIRST BODY PARAGRAPH for the following prompt: "One thing I would change about Winslow High School is _______"
3. Begin talking about MonteCristo stuff....just briefly

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Pass back tests and papers
2. Grammar/Writing
-page 63 discussion of adjective and adverb phrases and how they are ALL prepositional phrases
-do exercises and discuss the answers
-we did not move on to the next thing, since the class had some difficulty and we took some extra time

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Test on cultural literacy
2. Grammar/Writing
-sentence enrichment exercises by looking at 'your own sentences' photocopied....fix the errors
-begin discussing stylistic changes made
-please, for next time, finish ALL of the sample sentences....how would you fix them??

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. OWL Homonym test!
2. College Essay
-work in class on college essay (use common app prompt or own prompt)...remember that your essay must have AT LEAST FIVE underlined sentence that 'showcase' the sentence variety stuff we have been working on...this means that you should begin your sentences with participle phrases, adverb phrases, or prepositional phrases!
-This is due on Wednesday!

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Cultural Literacy work/definitions/histories
2. Begin writing mini unit on introductory paragraphs
-bring the sheet I passed out today with you next time!!!

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Collect LITTLE TREE books!
2. Go over vocab sentences that you wrote that contained adverbs and propositions!
3. worksheet on using nouns as adjectives and vice versa
4. Begin 'green book' exercises in class (you wrote down the exercises)
-you did not need to bring these home to finish...your only homework is to study for the VOCAB QUIZ which is Friday...we will continue the exercises after that!

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Same as college prep with cultural literacy...
2. WE ARE NOT DOING THE INTRO STUFF RIGHT NOW....we are taking a different 'tack' toward grammar/sentence re-writing/etc....but we did not get to it today...we will begin next time

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Homonyms-new word comparisons given...this test will be next Monday
2. Pass back sentence variety quizzes...hang on to them so we can use them when it comes time to write our college essays (which we will start next time!)
3. Be studying the differences between these words...know their uses...

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ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. Paper due-HAMLET Appearance Reality paper
2. BRING Hamlet book for next time so I can collect it!!
3. Cultural Literacy
-define term
-take online test and discuss
-write down our terms
-'scavenger hunt' to interview people on the definitions of phrases....

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. New vocab word
2. LittleTree claim paper AND graphic organizer due today!
3. Grammar/Writing
-continue with definitions of parts of speech
-take good notes on all the terms and example
-I will be checking off notebooks next time
4. Homework is to put all vocab words in sentences....BUT have FIVE of the sentences contain adverbs and FIVE of the sentences contain prepositions...please IDENTIFY the adverbs and prepositions in each sentence!

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. HAMLET paper due today
2. Cultural Literacy
-begin discussion, take test, interview folks on terms
-we will begin the definitions next time!
3. PLEASE BRING HAMLET back if you did not give it to me today!

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. HAMLET
-finish film/discuss Appearance vs reality conflict
-your essay is due the class we get back from vacation.....if you want, you can give it to me tomorrow so you dont have to think about it over vacation....

      Discuss how the conflict of Appearance vs Reality exists in the final acts of the play HAMLET. You should work hard to maintain a sense of UNITY of examples in your response; don't just 'randomly' throw in examples of how the conflict exists. Rather, you should try to bring a common idea of how the examples exist in the life  of a particular character, scene, or event in the play!

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Vocabulary Test!
2. LITTLE TREE
-five minute check in regarding the paper....remember, you need to do both the graphic organizer AND the paper...I need both of them!
-I gave the option of showing me your graphic organizer today or tomorrow (Friday) before vacation and earning an extra FIVE POINTS!! on your paper!!! Take advantage of this!! Either way, your paper is due the class we get back from vacation
3. Grammar/writing
-begin notes on parts of speech....remember that NOTEBOOKS WILL BE CHECKED and they will count as a grade!

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Once again, same as CP :)

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Complete course registrations for next year....
2. Grammar/sentence variety
-go over homework sentences using adverb phrases
-do prepositional phrase worksheet and go over how to begin sentences with prep. phrases
-continue with notes and exercises on page 35 of RedGrammar book...looking at how sentences can be started off with phrases!!

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. HAMLET
-finish discussion of Appearance vs Reality
-write on board questions to ponder about things that seem a certain way to characters, ourselves, etc
-from this point on, as we view the film, make it your job to consider how the conflict of Appearance versus Reality is present....your job is to generate a thesis idea about how this conflict works in Act 4 & 5 of the play....

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Graphic organizer for claims....finish "The Office" exercise using graphic organizer to find quotes
2. Introduce LITTLE TREE claim paper (claims to choose from were written on board)
3. While I conferenced with you folks regarding course registration for next year, I wanted you folks to work on your graphic organizers for your claim paper....your paper is NOT due on Thursday (it will be due after vacation) but if you WANT to give it to me on Thursday, I will accept it!!!  Also, we will work on this for about ten minutes next class
4. Please do not forget your vocab test is on THURSDAY!!!

DUAL ENROLLMENT ENGLISH

1. Same plan as CP again

Black Day

COLLEGE PREP 11

1. Grammar/Sentence Variety
-go over exercise 5 on page 15
-do worksheet on adverbs
-go over worksheet, focusing on revising some of the sentences to start with adverb phrases
-your homework for next time is to write TEN SENTENCES--of of which starting with adverb phrases. You must revise FIVE from the worksheet we went over in class today, and five you can make up on your own.
2. We took the vocab quiz today
3. We had a shortened class because of meeting with guidance for course reg.

Orange Day

COLLEGE PREP 12
1. HAMLET
-'mood' papers were due in class today!
-view act 4 of film and frame your thinking around how the conflict of APPEARANCE VS REALITY is apparent
-read article about APPEARANCE VS REALITY and answer questions...discuss ideas...
-we will finish this on Tuesday, and then watch the rest of the film with this conflict in mind

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Finish the vocabulary words that were started last time...this quiz will be next THURSDAY
2. Collect LittleTree quote responses!
3. Introduce 'claim' and 'evidence' graphic organizers....discuss how to use quotes effectively in your writing
4. begin viewing clips of THE OFFICE as a way to collect 'quotes' and evidence about the character 'Michael Scott.' We will continue this next time
5. You do not have to finish this graphic organizer for HW....we will do it in class

DUAL ENROLLMENT

1. Actually, see College Prep 12...due to snow days, etc etc, you guys are pretty well aligned right now...

BLACK DAY

COLLEGE PREP 11

1 Reminder that your vocab quiz will be on Monday!!!!!
2. Grammar
-review of basic parts of speech--adjectives, adverbs, prepositions--as they will eventually lead to our sentence variety techniques!
-be sure to take notes as notebooks will be checked!
-we did several exercises starting on page 15 of the red Warriner's grammar book...see me if you were not here
3. Your only hw is to study for the quiz on Monday!

ORANGE DAY

COLLEGE PREP 12

1. HAMLET
-explain 'mood' papers, passing out copies of sheets....
-view Act 3 of film...pause to discuss...take notes...
-this paper is due on Friday...you must use at least three examples in your paper

COLLEGE PREP 9

1. Today we had a big chunk of class time to work on three things. Number one is to finish the book LITTLE TREE. Number 2, if you want, is to write me the half page reaction to the end of the story...this is an extra credit grade. Number 3 is to work on the 'quote response' sheet I passed out in class today. Remember: You are to pick one quote and write a paper responding to the four bulleted points at the top. DEVELOP YOUR PARAGRAPHS!!!
2. For the second part of class, we began our next vocab list....we will finish this next time

HONORS/DUAL ENROLLMENT

1 Since we did not meet on Monday (halfday!) your Hamlet mood papers will be due on Friday. Today we watched the film of Act 3, and you should use evidence from the film today to support the claim you make in your paper!

SUB PLANS FOR MONDAY FEB 2

Sub Plans for Jared Goldsmith

Monday February 2, 2015

BLOCK 1: Study Hall. In my room. These kids know the drill. They are to work quietly. They need to take the pass/sign out if they are going anywhere. The signet list is on the clipboard on top of the file cabinet at the front of my room. Please note per the sub folder that these students leave at about 830 for the Tech Center. At this time, you go down to room 308 (go past the auditorium...it is the room on your right before the art room) to cover for Mark Cooper's Academic Support Lab. You stay there until the end of the period to cover for him.

BLOCK 2: College Prep English 12. This class is finishing up HAMLET and please tell them that I will be showing them acts 4 and 5 of the film starting Wednesday. For today, I would like them to work on an essay I told them about last week. They should have the “Faces Chart” handout, but if they do not, please see the pile I have on my desk and give them one. They should know that the assignment is to 'assign' a prevalent mood to the character of Hamlet (they should focus on his actions in act 3, but they can use the whole play if they want) and write an essay supporting this argument. For example, a good thesis statement, tell them, would be “In act 3 of the play, Hamlet's most prevalent mood is that of 'exasperated'” or something such as this. They are to provide at least three quotes from the play to support their argument. They may use their books to do this, obviously...but you might also offer them the computers—they can go on youtube.com and view clips of the film we have been watching, etc. They can have the entire block to use for this writing assignment. Please tell them that I will collect it on Friday. Thank you!!

(eat lunch)

BLOCK 3: College Prep English 9. This class had an assignment due on the chapter called “The Dog Star.” Please first tell the class that I will collect this assignment next class! For today's class, I would like them to focus on two things: Number one, they may finish any parts they have of this assignment, as it will be graded. (please note—I put this assignment on the board and my blog last time...kids can refer to that if they have questions). The second thing I would like them to do is to FINISH to book (they only have about another chapter in THE EDUCATION OF LITTLE TREE). For an extra credit bonus opportunity, if they write at least a half page reaction/opinion/summary of the final chapters, I will give them an A on a quiz! If they finish these two things (they should be pretty busy all class) they may read or work silently.

BLOCK 4: Honors English 12/College Composition-This class should follow the plan for Block 1 please. NOTE** Please make sure that, at the end of the day, that the kids make sure the computers are PLUGGED IN. Thank you!!!! Please note that this class has their papers due WEDNESDAY (which is next class).

Please see Dave Lachapelle should you have any questions. He will help you out. His room is just outside my door, and to the left. Thanks again!!

ALSO, you can tell kids that if they have any questions, I will be posting these sub plans on my classroom web site, which is www.goldsmithenglish.blogpost.com. Thanks again!

BLACK DAY-SUB PLANS!!!

Dearest students, I am out this morning at an appointment. Here are the plans I have left with the sub, FYI. Have a great day!!!!

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BLOCK 1: Junior College Prep English: Today is an early release, so all classes are shortened from their usual length. Please explain to my junior class that I will go over midyear exams with them first thing next class. For today's class, please write down the following vocabulary words on the board. The students can use either their smartphone devices OR the Macbooks in the cart in the back of my room to look up the words and write definitions. Please tell them that this quiz will be next week, either Wednesday or Thursday. After they are done with the words, they can work on other work. Thank you!

1. clairvoyant
2. condescending
3. censure
4. ephemeral
5. rancorous
6. prudent
7. sagacity
8. submissive
9. eloquent
10. vindicate
11. intrepid
12. diligent
13. discredit
14. hackneyed
15. frugal
16. assiduous
17. benevolent
18. arid
19. antagonist

BLOCK 2: Creative Writing/elective: Creative writing is a semester long, elective course. The class technically started this past Tuesday (that was the first Black day of the quarter), but, since we had a snow day this past Tuesday, TODAY would be the first time these students are in my room...haha...and I am not here. I have not 'begun' class with these kids yet, therefore I am hard pressed to have any work for them to do—we havent 'started' anything. Since today is an early release/shortened class, please tell the students that they may either work on other work they have for their other classes, OR spend the time doing something related to creative writing (perhaps they would like to read for pleasure, write in their journals, etc etc). If students are truly hard pressed to find something to do, please direct them to my collection of 'Reader's Digest” magazines (in the back of my room on the metal bookshelves....the one closest to the front of the room has them) and have them explore the various ways writers 'write' in these editions. Thank you!!

PLEASE NOTE: I told the office I am only taking a half a sick day today due to my appointment. I should be back, at the very latest, by the end of block 2. Block 3 is lunch duty in the cafe and Block 4 is my free period, by the way. Thank you very much. Should you have any questions, please see Dave Lachapelle (go out my door, bang a left and he is around the corner! Thanks!)

ALSO: I am posting these sub plans on my classroom blog, which is www.goldsmithclass.blogspot.com (just in case the kids had any questions, or some were absent, etc)

Orange Day

College Prep 12

1. HAMLET
-Begin 3.1 together
-read soliloquy  (To Be Or Not To Be) on own, analyzing it and doing a DramaticSituation web for a line you find to be important in the speech...
-Discus soliloquy
-We will view parts of the film next time!!

College Prep 9

1. LittleTree
-begin the chapter "Down from the mountain" together in class...finish it all in class today on own
-discuss the idea of "American Indian Schools" and their function
-begin the chapter "Dog Star" and finish this chapter for next time
-in addition, pick two of the four 'options' to take notes on for this chapter...have those completed for next time--it will count as a participation grade

Honors
1. Hamlet
-discuss and analyze soliloquy of 3.1
-read and discuss selected scenes from 3.2 and take notes (beginning of the playwithinaplay, etc)
-distribute 'mood' sheets to be used when we view the film of Act 4 next time.....

ENJOY THE SNOW!!!!!!!