ENGLISH 12
Today we began viewing "Stand By Me" in class, as we are wrapping up our short story unit....
Please get me any missing work ASAP!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
See black day plan....you folks are the same....next class I need about a half hour of your time, and then we can pursue more 'celebratory' things....
MR. GOLDSMITH'S ENGLISH CLASS (jgoldsmith@winslowk12.org)
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Monday, December 18, 2017
BLACK DAY
1. Go over any missing work you might have outstanding!!!
2. Collect expository writing prompt with grammatical focus correction areas....
3. HAMLET-begin all!!!
-->Today we talked about the history/time period of the play and what the "culture" was like when Shakespeare wrote this play...we discussed the relevance of Shakespeare as he has invented words/phrases and perfected the usage of puns...We did not get too much into the themes and characters....we will do this next time
2. Collect expository writing prompt with grammatical focus correction areas....
3. HAMLET-begin all!!!
-->Today we talked about the history/time period of the play and what the "culture" was like when Shakespeare wrote this play...we discussed the relevance of Shakespeare as he has invented words/phrases and perfected the usage of puns...We did not get too much into the themes and characters....we will do this next time
Friday, December 15, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we used our Greek Root Vocabulary books and did exercises 1, 2, 3, and 4 for unit one...this was done in class....we went over it, and it was collected as a participation grade....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the black day plan from yesterday....same thing
Your composition is due on TUESDAY...see me if you have questions about the grading!
Get your notes to me if you didnt already!!!!!
Today we used our Greek Root Vocabulary books and did exercises 1, 2, 3, and 4 for unit one...this was done in class....we went over it, and it was collected as a participation grade....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the black day plan from yesterday....same thing
Your composition is due on TUESDAY...see me if you have questions about the grading!
Get your notes to me if you didnt already!!!!!
Thursday, December 14, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Grammar/Composition
-worksheet identifying the correct verb in the sentence (linking or action)
-go over worksheet
-practice writing (modifying and enriching) sentences from ex 12 on page 110 (I didnt pass out the books...I just dictated the sentences to you)
-all notes were collected
-the "test" for all this grammar and composition stuff was assigned....it is an expository writing prompt where you must utilize elements of what we have gone over...see me if you need clarification on the assignment...
Grammar/Composition
-worksheet identifying the correct verb in the sentence (linking or action)
-go over worksheet
-practice writing (modifying and enriching) sentences from ex 12 on page 110 (I didnt pass out the books...I just dictated the sentences to you)
-all notes were collected
-the "test" for all this grammar and composition stuff was assigned....it is an expository writing prompt where you must utilize elements of what we have gone over...see me if you need clarification on the assignment...
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we worked on our next list of Greek root vocab words...if you missed them, come and see me, as you can copy them out of the vocabulary book we will be using for the next few weeks!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You folks are a day behind the black day class, so see their plan....I DID collect all your grammar notes today--the ones we have been doing for the past three classes or so on verbs, adj, adverbs etc....
Today in class we worked on our next list of Greek root vocab words...if you missed them, come and see me, as you can copy them out of the vocabulary book we will be using for the next few weeks!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You folks are a day behind the black day class, so see their plan....I DID collect all your grammar notes today--the ones we have been doing for the past three classes or so on verbs, adj, adverbs etc....
Monday, December 11, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we read the story "A&P by John Updike and discussed how Sammy's "perceptions" influenced his decision to do what he did....
You were asked to write from your choice of two responses:
1. Do you agree with Sammy's decision to do what he did? Why or why not?
2. What are the perceptions Sam makes about his job, the manager, the customers, the girls, and the actions he takes?
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as black day class from last Friday....
Keep your grammar notes up to date as they will be collected eventually!!!!
Today in class we read the story "A&P by John Updike and discussed how Sammy's "perceptions" influenced his decision to do what he did....
You were asked to write from your choice of two responses:
1. Do you agree with Sammy's decision to do what he did? Why or why not?
2. What are the perceptions Sam makes about his job, the manager, the customers, the girls, and the actions he takes?
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as black day class from last Friday....
Keep your grammar notes up to date as they will be collected eventually!!!!
Friday, December 8, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Grammar/Composition
a. we took a pop quiz on the identification on linking verbs and action verbs....we went over the first ten...
b. we took some notes on adjectives and appositives, beginning on page 107
c. we did some of exercise 9 on page 108.....
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1. Grammar/Composition
a. we took a pop quiz on the identification on linking verbs and action verbs....we went over the first ten...
b. we took some notes on adjectives and appositives, beginning on page 107
c. we did some of exercise 9 on page 108.....
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday, December 7, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we went over missing grades, as progress reports come out soon....
We went over the answers to "The Bet" study guide....
We began the story "A&P" (even though we didnt get to the "reading" part of the story...haha) by reading "The House" and then talking about how we make PERCEPTIONS all the time....then we filled out the "character inventory chart" as it pertains to us....we will do it for Sammy, the main character of the story, for when we read the story next class
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as Black Day....
Please remember you will have a POP QUIZ on linking vs action verbs next time in class !
Today in class we went over missing grades, as progress reports come out soon....
We went over the answers to "The Bet" study guide....
We began the story "A&P" (even though we didnt get to the "reading" part of the story...haha) by reading "The House" and then talking about how we make PERCEPTIONS all the time....then we filled out the "character inventory chart" as it pertains to us....we will do it for Sammy, the main character of the story, for when we read the story next class
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as Black Day....
Please remember you will have a POP QUIZ on linking vs action verbs next time in class !
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we took the vocab quiz
We studied some grammar/composition material with action and linking verbs and how they relate to sentence fluency.
We took some notes based on page 105 of the purple books...
We did exercise 67 on page 106
We will continue with these notes on Friday....we will also take a pop quiz on identifying linking and action verbs...
Today we took the vocab quiz
We studied some grammar/composition material with action and linking verbs and how they relate to sentence fluency.
We took some notes based on page 105 of the purple books...
We did exercise 67 on page 106
We will continue with these notes on Friday....we will also take a pop quiz on identifying linking and action verbs...
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we read the short story "The Bet" and we answered the study guide questions that went along with the story.
For next class, all cell phones need to be placed in the back of the room on the computer cart OR at least out of sight. Any that are seen will be taken away.
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We finished the epic story of "The Goonies" today....you will have your vocab quiz on THURSDAY
Today in class we read the short story "The Bet" and we answered the study guide questions that went along with the story.
For next class, all cell phones need to be placed in the back of the room on the computer cart OR at least out of sight. Any that are seen will be taken away.
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We finished the epic story of "The Goonies" today....you will have your vocab quiz on THURSDAY
Monday, December 4, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class we finished watching "The Goonies" as an example of an epic story.
A reminder that your vocab test will be on WEDNESDAY so study!!!!
Today in class we finished watching "The Goonies" as an example of an epic story.
A reminder that your vocab test will be on WEDNESDAY so study!!!!
Friday, December 1, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we reviewed our Greek root words and you were assigned to put each root into a REAL WORD and then use that word in a sentence....
For example:
DERM: Skin-->Dermatologist
"I went to a dermatologist because I had a rash on my arm"
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Reminder that you have a vocab test on Tuesday!!!!
We began the film "The Goonies"
Today we reviewed our Greek root words and you were assigned to put each root into a REAL WORD and then use that word in a sentence....
For example:
DERM: Skin-->Dermatologist
"I went to a dermatologist because I had a rash on my arm"
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Reminder that you have a vocab test on Tuesday!!!!
We began the film "The Goonies"
Thursday, November 30, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Reminder that your vocab test will be next WEDNESDAY
2. We viewed the first 47 minutes of THE GOONIES today, as an example of an epic hero story
Just fyi, your class is now ahead of the orange day :/
1. Reminder that your vocab test will be next WEDNESDAY
2. We viewed the first 47 minutes of THE GOONIES today, as an example of an epic hero story
Just fyi, your class is now ahead of the orange day :/
ENGLISH 12 GREEK ROOT WORDS
Remember: know the definition of the ROOT annnnnnnnd the definition of a real word that CONTAINS that root!
ANTHRO
BIBLIO, BIBLI
CRAC, CRAT
DERM
GAM
GNO, KNO
HYDRO
HYPNO
HYPO
LOGUE, LOGO
MISO
PHIL
SOPH
OLOGY
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
SUB PLANS FOR 11/29-ORANGE DAY
***Hi classes! Below, you will find the exact sub plan I left with the sub for class today. I hope you all have a great day and I will see you soon! Mr. G***
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SUB PLANS FOR JARED GOLDSMITH
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 29, 2017
BLOCK 1-ENGLISH 12: We are in the
middle of our short story unit. Please have the students get a
Chromebook (or, if they want, they can use their own device) and find
the story “The Black Cat” by Edgar Allan Poe (If they Google “The
Black Cat Full Text” they should be able to hit the first site that
comes up). I would like them to read the whole story. I would like
them to write about the story's CONFLICT—do they think it has man
vs man, man vs self, man vs nature, or, perhaps, all three? Please
have them write an explanation of what they think the conflicts are
in the story. Please do not collect anything—part of their grade
will be remembering to bring their work in on Friday so they can pass
it in!!
BLOCK 2-STUDY HALL: A great group of
kids in my room. Stephanie Shorette often signs out to go to Mrs
Vigue's room....other students sign out to the library, and you
should get a roster with their names delivered to you. Please ask
Haley Twitchell (a girl in the study hall) if you are confused.
Thanks!
FOCUS TIME-HOMEROOM ROSTER-Just be sure
to take attendance, as some students may be “tagged” by other
teachers
(your lunch)
BLOCK 3-COLLEGE COMPOSITION: This class
got new vocab words on Monday. Please remind them that they have a
test on FRIDAY on these words. In class today, for review, I would
like them to use each word, correctly, in a sentence. I will collect
this on Friday before the quiz, and if it is complete, I will give
them extra credit on the quiz. When they are done with this vocab
review, they may work on their independent reading books to prepare
for their quarter 2 “booktalks.” They may also work on other work
quietly. **NOTE** Some students may have compositions that they want
to hand in. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE ANY PAPERS FROM STUDENTS! Please
instruct them to wait until I see them Friday....at that time, they
can give their papers to me themselves. Thank you for this!
BLOCK 4-COLLEGE COMPOSITION: Please
follow same plan as block 3
**NOTE** One irregularity to today's
schedule is that the guidance dept is running a program called “Admit
In A Day,” where kids may be pulled out of classes or study halls
in order to go interview with college admissions representatives.
This 'shouldn't' disrupt the English classes....but it might...and
that is fine. Kids can fill you in. I just wanted you to be aware of
this.
FINALLY, I have “cut and pasted”
this sub plan onto my classroom web site at
www.goldsmithenglish.blogspot.com,
just in case any kids needed clarification, etc
Thanks so much and I hope you have a
great day!!!!
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the Orange Day plan from yesterday...you have the same plan. Your vocab quiz, however, will be next MONDAY.
We will continue with our viewing of THE GOONIES next time
Dont forget: If you did not get me your paper, and you are using a tech day, please get it to me!
Please see the Orange Day plan from yesterday...you have the same plan. Your vocab quiz, however, will be next MONDAY.
We will continue with our viewing of THE GOONIES next time
Dont forget: If you did not get me your paper, and you are using a tech day, please get it to me!
Monday, November 27, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we started talking about our next vocab list, which focuses on Greek roots and words made from them. You have TWO JOBS. You must know what the root word means. AND, you must know a "real word" that contains that root word....We didnt finish so we will finish on Wednesday
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Collect compositions!
2. New vocab words were given for our quiz on Friday. The words are:
snub
scatheless
paucity
innuendo
insipid
exigent
ashen
orotund
adulation
sycophant
dispensation
extricate
impulsion
motley
inherent
omissive
concision
unadorned
3. We began viewing THE GOONIES as a companion to BEOWULF.
Today we started talking about our next vocab list, which focuses on Greek roots and words made from them. You have TWO JOBS. You must know what the root word means. AND, you must know a "real word" that contains that root word....We didnt finish so we will finish on Wednesday
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Collect compositions!
2. New vocab words were given for our quiz on Friday. The words are:
snub
scatheless
paucity
innuendo
insipid
exigent
ashen
orotund
adulation
sycophant
dispensation
extricate
impulsion
motley
inherent
omissive
concision
unadorned
3. We began viewing THE GOONIES as a companion to BEOWULF.
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Thanks everyone for a great class, and thanks for your patience with my music as I didn't feel well!!! Also, thanks to everyone who brought in food!
Please remember that your composition is due the first class we are back from break....Tuesday. See the Orange day plan from yesterday, as they are the class ahead of you
HAVE A GREAT BREAK!!!!!!!
Thanks everyone for a great class, and thanks for your patience with my music as I didn't feel well!!! Also, thanks to everyone who brought in food!
Please remember that your composition is due the first class we are back from break....Tuesday. See the Orange day plan from yesterday, as they are the class ahead of you
HAVE A GREAT BREAK!!!!!!!
Monday, November 20, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we wrote a story using conflict and at least one other literary device....if you need the directions that went along with this, come see me. The story was to be at least one page and it could be about whatever you wanted. There were some prompts in case you needed:
A day I'd like to relive
A day I'd like to forget
We all thought the house was haunted.....
All at once, the alarm went off......
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class we finished going over the stereotypes and conventions of an EPIC HERO, and we even addressed the worksheet I gave you as "enrichment"...
We spent a bit of time going over the "formula" for writing a successful and clear compare/contrast composition...some model introductory paragraphs were written on the board...for example...
"Due to their ____, _____, and ____, it follows that Eric Cartman and Beowulf are very similar epic heroes."
I also passed out a sheet with a model of two pretty good examples of compositions from last year
A participation grade was given for your work today, as you had a good chunk of class to work on your paper!
Remember: Your paper is due the day you return from THANKSGIVING!!!!!!
Today in class we wrote a story using conflict and at least one other literary device....if you need the directions that went along with this, come see me. The story was to be at least one page and it could be about whatever you wanted. There were some prompts in case you needed:
A day I'd like to relive
A day I'd like to forget
We all thought the house was haunted.....
All at once, the alarm went off......
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class we finished going over the stereotypes and conventions of an EPIC HERO, and we even addressed the worksheet I gave you as "enrichment"...
We spent a bit of time going over the "formula" for writing a successful and clear compare/contrast composition...some model introductory paragraphs were written on the board...for example...
"Due to their ____, _____, and ____, it follows that Eric Cartman and Beowulf are very similar epic heroes."
I also passed out a sheet with a model of two pretty good examples of compositions from last year
A participation grade was given for your work today, as you had a good chunk of class to work on your paper!
Remember: Your paper is due the day you return from THANKSGIVING!!!!!!
Friday, November 17, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the plan for the orange day class yesterday....you should follow the same plan....the only difference is that your paper will be due November 28, which is the first day you have class after Thanksgiving break.
PLEASE START WORKING ON YOUR COMPOSITION NOW....see me for questions!!! Let me help!!!!
Have a great weekend!!!!
Please see the plan for the orange day class yesterday....you should follow the same plan....the only difference is that your paper will be due November 28, which is the first day you have class after Thanksgiving break.
PLEASE START WORKING ON YOUR COMPOSITION NOW....see me for questions!!! Let me help!!!!
Have a great weekend!!!!
Thursday, November 16, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we worked on a second review sheet with examples of literary terms....we went over this in class and it was collected and graded as a participation grade...
On Monday's class, we will write stories utilizing literary devices...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we finalized any discussion of section 3 of BEOWULF and made sure to go over the participation "tests."
Your composition, which is due the Monday we get back from Thanksgiving is to address the following prompt:
Compare or contrast the character of Beowulf with a modern day example of an "epic hero." Be sure to utilize specific details from the story of "Beowulf" in your response. Also, you should pay careful attention to utilize conventions, stereotypes, and elements of epic hero stories (i.e. the notes we talked about!!!) to support your comparison or your contrast!
We took a lot of notes about these stereotypes today...and we talked about cultural heroes.....On Monday, we will finish the notes and review how to write a successful compare/contrast essay. Consider your "homework" between NOW and the Monday after Thanksgiving to be working on your composition
Today in class we worked on a second review sheet with examples of literary terms....we went over this in class and it was collected and graded as a participation grade...
On Monday's class, we will write stories utilizing literary devices...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we finalized any discussion of section 3 of BEOWULF and made sure to go over the participation "tests."
Your composition, which is due the Monday we get back from Thanksgiving is to address the following prompt:
Compare or contrast the character of Beowulf with a modern day example of an "epic hero." Be sure to utilize specific details from the story of "Beowulf" in your response. Also, you should pay careful attention to utilize conventions, stereotypes, and elements of epic hero stories (i.e. the notes we talked about!!!) to support your comparison or your contrast!
We took a lot of notes about these stereotypes today...and we talked about cultural heroes.....On Monday, we will finish the notes and review how to write a successful compare/contrast essay. Consider your "homework" between NOW and the Monday after Thanksgiving to be working on your composition
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
This class is pretty far behind the OrangeDay class, so today we worked hard to catch up!
We read the final section of BEOWULF--"The Death of Beowulf" in class and you were to do the "in class test" that went along with it....
We didn't finish going over this all in class...
Your assignment for Friday is to bring your textbook to class AND to come with the completed "test" so we can go over it all once and for all!! Fun!!
Monday, November 6, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we worked on doing the GoogleImage vocabulary tests....these were to be shared with me via GoogleDocs or given to me....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We presented our book talks today...we will continue with our BEOWULF stuff on Wednesday....
Today we worked on doing the GoogleImage vocabulary tests....these were to be shared with me via GoogleDocs or given to me....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We presented our book talks today...we will continue with our BEOWULF stuff on Wednesday....
Friday, November 3, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we took our Beowulf quizzes for section 2....if you didnt do it, COME MAKE IT UP!!!!!!
We will begin with our book talks on TUESDAY, so please be prepared for those!
Have a great weekend!!
Today we took our Beowulf quizzes for section 2....if you didnt do it, COME MAKE IT UP!!!!!!
We will begin with our book talks on TUESDAY, so please be prepared for those!
Have a great weekend!!
Thursday, November 2, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we gave our booktalks....if you did not go today YOU MUST make arrangements to see me so you can get this done....grades close on Friday!!!!!
We did NOT continue with our vocab "test" activity...we will do that next time...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
First of all, we signed up for the colleges we might visit for the "Admit in a Day"
We took the quiz on section two of BEOWULF...then we went over section 2, using the quiz as our guide, but also going through the text and alluding to that as well...
The orange day classes did not get to the booktalks...there were several absences due to soccer, blood drive, etc....we will begin with the book talks on MONDAY!!!
As always, come see me with any questions!!!
Today we gave our booktalks....if you did not go today YOU MUST make arrangements to see me so you can get this done....grades close on Friday!!!!!
We did NOT continue with our vocab "test" activity...we will do that next time...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
First of all, we signed up for the colleges we might visit for the "Admit in a Day"
We took the quiz on section two of BEOWULF...then we went over section 2, using the quiz as our guide, but also going through the text and alluding to that as well...
The orange day classes did not get to the booktalks...there were several absences due to soccer, blood drive, etc....we will begin with the book talks on MONDAY!!!
As always, come see me with any questions!!!
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Nice to see you all today! I know some of you had to leave early due to college trips for MMTC, etc...
Today in class, we went over THE BATTLE WITH GRENDEL and took notes, so please be sure to get them if you dont have them! We began reading THE BATTLE WITH GRENDEL'S MOTHER together in class and I would like you to read this for next class (Friday). There will be a ten question reading check QUIZ on the reading in this section....if you are confused or have questions, COME SEE ME!!!
You should PLAN on having your book talks ready to be presented on FRIDAY....even if we dont get to all of them! If we do not get to them, we will just finish hearing them on Tuesday
PLease continue to pay attention and check with me/this blog as there are a lot of shortened weeks/mixed up schedules coming up!
Have a great day!
Nice to see you all today! I know some of you had to leave early due to college trips for MMTC, etc...
Today in class, we went over THE BATTLE WITH GRENDEL and took notes, so please be sure to get them if you dont have them! We began reading THE BATTLE WITH GRENDEL'S MOTHER together in class and I would like you to read this for next class (Friday). There will be a ten question reading check QUIZ on the reading in this section....if you are confused or have questions, COME SEE ME!!!
You should PLAN on having your book talks ready to be presented on FRIDAY....even if we dont get to all of them! If we do not get to them, we will just finish hearing them on Tuesday
PLease continue to pay attention and check with me/this blog as there are a lot of shortened weeks/mixed up schedules coming up!
Have a great day!
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we went over the vocabulary words and their definitions...you were supposed to have the words from last time....since people keep forgetting things, I am just going to have you pass everything in at the end of class so I can grade it for participation (and so we can work on it if we need it again!)
You will be presenting your book talks next class! Remember, pick FIVE out of the ten items on the rubric and "report" on those....see me if you have any questions!!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Due to the storm day yesterday, your class is now TWO classes ahead of the black day class. THEREFORE, we put our normal plan on hold and we will continue with what we were supposed to do today..........and do it on Thursday.
Today's class was used to catch up on any Beowulf reading AND to work on preparing your book talks....you should plan on doing your book talk on Thursday EVEN IF WE DONT GET TO THEM
see me if you have ANY questions!!!
Today we went over the vocabulary words and their definitions...you were supposed to have the words from last time....since people keep forgetting things, I am just going to have you pass everything in at the end of class so I can grade it for participation (and so we can work on it if we need it again!)
You will be presenting your book talks next class! Remember, pick FIVE out of the ten items on the rubric and "report" on those....see me if you have any questions!!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Due to the storm day yesterday, your class is now TWO classes ahead of the black day class. THEREFORE, we put our normal plan on hold and we will continue with what we were supposed to do today..........and do it on Thursday.
Today's class was used to catch up on any Beowulf reading AND to work on preparing your book talks....you should plan on doing your book talk on Thursday EVEN IF WE DONT GET TO THEM
see me if you have ANY questions!!!
Friday, October 27, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. We went over the literary device worksheet....make sure you have all the answers to them...you will need to understand these!!!
2. New vocab words were given...you were to look definitions up on your own...we will go over them on Tuesday....the words were:
elitist inquisitive
extrovert cognizant
introvert zeal
kindred talisman
meticulous solidarity
vivacious altruistic
jovial galvanize
intuitive potent
resilient
reticent
veracious
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. BEOWULF
-in groups find quotes and evidence that describe Beowulf's greatness, the arrogance of Beowulf, the references to God, and the evilness of Grendel
-we went over all of these...you should have taken a complete set of notes for this section if you were listening in class!
-We began section 2 "The Battle with Grendel's mother" out loud in class....please read it for next time!
-We will definitely have a reading quiz on this section on Tuesday!!!!
2. DONT FORGET BOOK TALKS ARE DUE ON THURSDAY!!!
1. We went over the literary device worksheet....make sure you have all the answers to them...you will need to understand these!!!
2. New vocab words were given...you were to look definitions up on your own...we will go over them on Tuesday....the words were:
elitist inquisitive
extrovert cognizant
introvert zeal
kindred talisman
meticulous solidarity
vivacious altruistic
jovial galvanize
intuitive potent
resilient
reticent
veracious
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. BEOWULF
-in groups find quotes and evidence that describe Beowulf's greatness, the arrogance of Beowulf, the references to God, and the evilness of Grendel
-we went over all of these...you should have taken a complete set of notes for this section if you were listening in class!
-We began section 2 "The Battle with Grendel's mother" out loud in class....please read it for next time!
-We will definitely have a reading quiz on this section on Tuesday!!!!
2. DONT FORGET BOOK TALKS ARE DUE ON THURSDAY!!!
Thursday, October 26, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the blog for the Orange day class! See me with any questions
IT IS ALMOST FRIDAY!!!!!!!
GET IN PERSONAL NARRATIVES FOR A TECH DAY IF YOU WANT TO!!THE QUARTER ENDS NEXT FRI!!!!!
Make Stuff Up!!!!!!
Please see the blog for the Orange day class! See me with any questions
IT IS ALMOST FRIDAY!!!!!!!
GET IN PERSONAL NARRATIVES FOR A TECH DAY IF YOU WANT TO!!THE QUARTER ENDS NEXT FRI!!!!!
Make Stuff Up!!!!!!
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we went over the LiteraryDevice charts you made...we tried to get around the room and have everyone share an example....
We worked on a double sided worksheet containing "excerpts" and situations and passages...your job was to read each one and decide WHICH literary device was being used...you were to explain the literary device as well
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We started with the sentence variety quiz...
We continued with BEOWULF by taking notes on the background of the STORY portion of BEOWULF, since we are only reading sections....we then began reading section one "The battle with Grendel" together (we didnt get as much reading done together as I wanted....sorry)....Please read this first section for Friday!!!!
Today we went over the LiteraryDevice charts you made...we tried to get around the room and have everyone share an example....
We worked on a double sided worksheet containing "excerpts" and situations and passages...your job was to read each one and decide WHICH literary device was being used...you were to explain the literary device as well
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We started with the sentence variety quiz...
We continued with BEOWULF by taking notes on the background of the STORY portion of BEOWULF, since we are only reading sections....we then began reading section one "The battle with Grendel" together (we didnt get as much reading done together as I wanted....sorry)....Please read this first section for Friday!!!!
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the OrangeDay plan, as they are now ahead of you guys!!
Reminder that you folks will take the sentence variety quiz on THURSDAY
PLEASE make sure to BRING YOUR BOOKS TO CLASSS!!! AYYYYYY!!!!!!!
Please see the OrangeDay plan, as they are now ahead of you guys!!
Reminder that you folks will take the sentence variety quiz on THURSDAY
PLEASE make sure to BRING YOUR BOOKS TO CLASSS!!! AYYYYYY!!!!!!!
Monday, October 23, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we worked with our literary terms and put them to use by completing our literary terms "information map." See me if you need help finishing this....
We will go over this on Wednesday....it is important that you have the definitions of the literary devices!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Remember that your sentence variety test is going to be on WEDNESDAY
2. Your booktalks are going to be due to give on NOVEMBER 2!
3. BEOWULF
-began by taking notes on history, story, etc
-gave books
-did not do the reading...we will next time....
Today we worked with our literary terms and put them to use by completing our literary terms "information map." See me if you need help finishing this....
We will go over this on Wednesday....it is important that you have the definitions of the literary devices!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Remember that your sentence variety test is going to be on WEDNESDAY
2. Your booktalks are going to be due to give on NOVEMBER 2!
3. BEOWULF
-began by taking notes on history, story, etc
-gave books
-did not do the reading...we will next time....
Friday, October 20, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today I gave you folks a due date for your booktalks.....WEDNESDAY NOV 1 is the day we will present....
Today's class focused on "life topics"....therefore, the orange day classes will now be ahead....therefore, your sentence combining quiz will be moved until THURSDAY
Have a great weekend!
Today I gave you folks a due date for your booktalks.....WEDNESDAY NOV 1 is the day we will present....
Today's class focused on "life topics"....therefore, the orange day classes will now be ahead....therefore, your sentence combining quiz will be moved until THURSDAY
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, October 19, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we took notes on the rest of the literary terms we are learning...I asked to see your notes at the end of class, and I graded them as a class participation grade....
We will work more on literary terms on Monday...you will have an assignment and I wont have to talk as much :)
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You folks have pretty much the same plan as the black day class....
your quiz on sentence combining will be next WEDNESDAY
We will start BEOWULF next time...
Today in class we took notes on the rest of the literary terms we are learning...I asked to see your notes at the end of class, and I graded them as a class participation grade....
We will work more on literary terms on Monday...you will have an assignment and I wont have to talk as much :)
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You folks have pretty much the same plan as the black day class....
your quiz on sentence combining will be next WEDNESDAY
We will start BEOWULF next time...
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Personal Narrative composition was due today....remember, if you didnt hand it in and you are using a tech day, be sure to get it to me next time....
2. We did the "dynamic figure" example to look at an interesting take on a college essay....
3. Read a few other examples of college essays....good and bad....
4. We will have a sentence variety test next TUESDAY
5. We will begin "Beowulf" on FRIDAY
1. Personal Narrative composition was due today....remember, if you didnt hand it in and you are using a tech day, be sure to get it to me next time....
2. We did the "dynamic figure" example to look at an interesting take on a college essay....
3. Read a few other examples of college essays....good and bad....
4. We will have a sentence variety test next TUESDAY
5. We will begin "Beowulf" on FRIDAY
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we read the short story THE MONKEY'S PAW as a lead into our short story and literary device unit...we then began taking notes on literary devices, starting with symbolism...it is very important that you take notes on this, as I will check the notes as a grade!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the black day class, as you have the same plan...your compositions are due on THURSDAY
Today we read the short story THE MONKEY'S PAW as a lead into our short story and literary device unit...we then began taking notes on literary devices, starting with symbolism...it is very important that you take notes on this, as I will check the notes as a grade!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the black day class, as you have the same plan...your compositions are due on THURSDAY
Monday, October 16, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Personal narrative
-review and go over sentence combining --the "jay and the waves" paragraph in particular!
-be sure you are clear with sentence variety strategies, as we will continue with them EVEN AFTER your final drafts are due....by the way, your final drafts are due on WEDNESDAY!!!
-we took a good chunk of time and workshopped our personal narratives.....please be sure to follow the rubric...your personal narratives must be
1. STRONG IN VOICE
2. HAVE A LEAD THAT STARTS WITH A QUESTION, A QUOTE, A SHOCKING STATEMENT, OR AN ANECDOTE
3. HAVE AT LEAST FOUR SENTENCES THAT BEGIN WITH AN ADJECTIVE, PREPOSITION, OR PARTICIPLE PHRASE
Please see me with any questions!!!
1. Personal narrative
-review and go over sentence combining --the "jay and the waves" paragraph in particular!
-be sure you are clear with sentence variety strategies, as we will continue with them EVEN AFTER your final drafts are due....by the way, your final drafts are due on WEDNESDAY!!!
-we took a good chunk of time and workshopped our personal narratives.....please be sure to follow the rubric...your personal narratives must be
1. STRONG IN VOICE
2. HAVE A LEAD THAT STARTS WITH A QUESTION, A QUOTE, A SHOCKING STATEMENT, OR AN ANECDOTE
3. HAVE AT LEAST FOUR SENTENCES THAT BEGIN WITH AN ADJECTIVE, PREPOSITION, OR PARTICIPLE PHRASE
Please see me with any questions!!!
Friday, October 13, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. Paragraph writing
a. continue with Warriners book on pages 14-17....
b. read "Snow" paragraph and discuss/answer questions....
c. discuss importance of topic sentences with REASONS or EXAMPLES
d. please write (at least 1/2 page) answering the following prompt: "What is something that is a huge problem in America?" Your paragraph should have a TOPIC SENTENCE and it should have VERY CLEAR supporting details!!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. You folks are following the black day plan, so please see their class from yesterday. There are a couple of things especially for you though...
1. Your FINAL COPY of personal narrative will be due next THURSDAY
2. PLEASE complete #3 on the back of the 'sentence variety story' sheet we used today (the story about Jay and kayaks....)...change at least four or five of the sentence beginnings to reflect the sentence variety strategies we have been talking about...
We will workshop our papers on Tuesday!! Fun!!!
1. Paragraph writing
a. continue with Warriners book on pages 14-17....
b. read "Snow" paragraph and discuss/answer questions....
c. discuss importance of topic sentences with REASONS or EXAMPLES
d. please write (at least 1/2 page) answering the following prompt: "What is something that is a huge problem in America?" Your paragraph should have a TOPIC SENTENCE and it should have VERY CLEAR supporting details!!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. You folks are following the black day plan, so please see their class from yesterday. There are a couple of things especially for you though...
1. Your FINAL COPY of personal narrative will be due next THURSDAY
2. PLEASE complete #3 on the back of the 'sentence variety story' sheet we used today (the story about Jay and kayaks....)...change at least four or five of the sentence beginnings to reflect the sentence variety strategies we have been talking about...
We will workshop our papers on Tuesday!! Fun!!!
Thursday, October 12, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. We took the vocab test
2. Personal Narrative
a. we reviewed the sentence variety strategies....how to start your sentences with adjective, participle, and prepositional phrases....
b. we did the "snow shoveling" story example...in this example, you were to read a NOUN-LADEN story, and then a REVISION....find the adjective, prep, and participle phrases in the revision! Fun!
c. Please do the "Jay Kayak #3" example for next time....you don't have to rewrite the whole paragraph...just, perhaps, rewrite the first four or five sentences....this will be counted as a part. grade....
d. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PRINTED OUT DRAFT ON MONDAY
e. your final draft of your personal narrative/college essay is due next WEDNESDAY
1. We took the vocab test
2. Personal Narrative
a. we reviewed the sentence variety strategies....how to start your sentences with adjective, participle, and prepositional phrases....
b. we did the "snow shoveling" story example...in this example, you were to read a NOUN-LADEN story, and then a REVISION....find the adjective, prep, and participle phrases in the revision! Fun!
c. Please do the "Jay Kayak #3" example for next time....you don't have to rewrite the whole paragraph...just, perhaps, rewrite the first four or five sentences....this will be counted as a part. grade....
d. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PRINTED OUT DRAFT ON MONDAY
e. your final draft of your personal narrative/college essay is due next WEDNESDAY
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
No class--due to KVCC field trip....see you on Friday!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We had shortened classes today--due to the field trip...
Please be prepared to take your vocab test on Friday!
Please bring a PRINTED DRAFT of your personal narrative to class on Friday so we can continue working on the sentence variety strategies we worked on today!
If you have any questions on
a. sentence variety
b. starting off your composition with either a question, quotations, anecdote, or shock, please come talk to me!!!
Have a greaaaaaaaaat day!
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please remember that you have your vocabulary quiz on THURSDAY
We worked on the personal narratives today.....we worked again with developing good LEADS using the QAQS method....you were given several prompts from which to choose, and you were asked to write TWO "pretend leads" based on the QAQS strategy...we shared some and then they were passed in to be graded as a participation grade....
You were asked to have your printed out drafts of your personal narratives for today....we will be using them more next class...
We began talking about the third and final indicator for the personal narrative rubric: Sentence variety....we talked about varying your sentence beginnings using adjective, participle, and prepositional phrases....we will continue on THURSDAY...
Please remember that you have your vocabulary quiz on THURSDAY
We worked on the personal narratives today.....we worked again with developing good LEADS using the QAQS method....you were given several prompts from which to choose, and you were asked to write TWO "pretend leads" based on the QAQS strategy...we shared some and then they were passed in to be graded as a participation grade....
You were asked to have your printed out drafts of your personal narratives for today....we will be using them more next class...
We began talking about the third and final indicator for the personal narrative rubric: Sentence variety....we talked about varying your sentence beginnings using adjective, participle, and prepositional phrases....we will continue on THURSDAY...
Thursday, October 5, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we had a shortened class due to the early release day....we took our vocabulary quizzes and we listened to a couple of "mystery" listening activities....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please refer to the black day plan for yesterday, as you are aligned with them! The only difference is that you are to take your vocabulary test next FRIDAY as next WEDNESDAY will kind of a messed up orange day with PSAT and KVCC field trip, etc.
See me with any questions about the draft of your personal narrative!!
Today we had a shortened class due to the early release day....we took our vocabulary quizzes and we listened to a couple of "mystery" listening activities....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please refer to the black day plan for yesterday, as you are aligned with them! The only difference is that you are to take your vocabulary test next FRIDAY as next WEDNESDAY will kind of a messed up orange day with PSAT and KVCC field trip, etc.
See me with any questions about the draft of your personal narrative!!
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Vocab
-go over final three or four words we didnt get to last time....your quiz on these words will be next Thursday!
2. Personal narrative
-today we began talking about leads
-worksheet on effective leads using the QUESTION, ANECDOTE, QUOTE, SHOCK method...
-quick writing prompt trying out this strategy
-for next class, I would like you to come with a DRAFT of the personal narrative/college essay you will pass in for a grade...you should make sure that your draft is printed out....you should make sure your draft satisfies the first two elements of the rubric a) being rich in voice b) having a lead/opening from the QAQS strategy....you may write about whatever you want....however, if you need a prompt, you can choose from one of the two I gave classes last year:
*what is your talisman and why?
*what do your clothes say about you?
As always, see me if you have any questions!!!!
1. Vocab
-go over final three or four words we didnt get to last time....your quiz on these words will be next Thursday!
2. Personal narrative
-today we began talking about leads
-worksheet on effective leads using the QUESTION, ANECDOTE, QUOTE, SHOCK method...
-quick writing prompt trying out this strategy
-for next class, I would like you to come with a DRAFT of the personal narrative/college essay you will pass in for a grade...you should make sure that your draft is printed out....you should make sure your draft satisfies the first two elements of the rubric a) being rich in voice b) having a lead/opening from the QAQS strategy....you may write about whatever you want....however, if you need a prompt, you can choose from one of the two I gave classes last year:
*what is your talisman and why?
*what do your clothes say about you?
As always, see me if you have any questions!!!!
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
1 Vocabulary
-we went over the words you wrote in sentences....this was to review
-this quiz will be on Thursday, so please be sure to study!!!!
2 Composition
-work on activities on pages 14-17 and do activities related to writing good, detailed paragraphs...
3. Participation rubric was handed out so you know how you are graded in this way....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Same as black day from yesterday! Study your new words and be working on your personal narrative!
1 Vocabulary
-we went over the words you wrote in sentences....this was to review
-this quiz will be on Thursday, so please be sure to study!!!!
2 Composition
-work on activities on pages 14-17 and do activities related to writing good, detailed paragraphs...
3. Participation rubric was handed out so you know how you are graded in this way....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Same as black day from yesterday! Study your new words and be working on your personal narrative!
Monday, October 2, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. A reminder that progress report grades are closed....we are over half done with quarter 1...please be working on your book talks!!!
2. Today we talked about our latest vocab list--words designed to help you add more voice to your narratives by exploring hope, family, and opportunity....the new vocab words are:
elitist
extrovert
introvert
glib
kindred
meticulous
vivacious
jovial
intuitive
inquisitive
cognizant
zeal
talisman
solidarity
altruistic
galvanize
potent
resilient
reticent
veracious
be sure to get the definitions if you were absent/out on the yearbook ad drive!!!
1. A reminder that progress report grades are closed....we are over half done with quarter 1...please be working on your book talks!!!
2. Today we talked about our latest vocab list--words designed to help you add more voice to your narratives by exploring hope, family, and opportunity....the new vocab words are:
elitist
extrovert
introvert
glib
kindred
meticulous
vivacious
jovial
intuitive
inquisitive
cognizant
zeal
talisman
solidarity
altruistic
galvanize
potent
resilient
reticent
veracious
be sure to get the definitions if you were absent/out on the yearbook ad drive!!!
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. New vocabulary words!! Words were written on the board and definitions and examples were taken down as notes in class. The words were:
snub
scatheless
paucity
innuendo
insipid
exigent
ashen
orotund
adulation
sycophant
dispensation
extricate
impulsion
entropy
motley
inherent
omissive
concision
unadorned
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today I tried to combine elements of yesterday and tomorrow's black day class, because I am not going to be here on Friday.....we did some more work on developing voice in our writing...we did some more creative voice activities...I collected the half page of "voice" writing you were asked to do today....
We went over some other strategies to incorporate more voice into your writing...avoiding cliches, using precise verbs and adjectives, etc....
I will be posting the sub plan for Friday on the blog as well if there are any questions!
1. New vocabulary words!! Words were written on the board and definitions and examples were taken down as notes in class. The words were:
snub
scatheless
paucity
innuendo
insipid
exigent
ashen
orotund
adulation
sycophant
dispensation
extricate
impulsion
entropy
motley
inherent
omissive
concision
unadorned
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today I tried to combine elements of yesterday and tomorrow's black day class, because I am not going to be here on Friday.....we did some more work on developing voice in our writing...we did some more creative voice activities...I collected the half page of "voice" writing you were asked to do today....
We went over some other strategies to incorporate more voice into your writing...avoiding cliches, using precise verbs and adjectives, etc....
I will be posting the sub plan for Friday on the blog as well if there are any questions!
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Read silently for enjoyment!
2. FILL OUT "FUTURES SURVEY" if you have not!!!
3. Personal Narrative
-fill out as much of "personal scavenger hunt" as you can
-share as a class to discuss elements of "voice" in writing
-distribute double sided handout with information on college essay/personal narrative AND prompts from some notable colleges
-discuss the "voice" writing samples you did for today...these were collected and will be graded as a participation grade!
If you have not taken the vocab quiz, see me ASAP so we can make arrangements to be tagged during focus time, etc
Stay Coooooooool!!!!
1. Read silently for enjoyment!
2. FILL OUT "FUTURES SURVEY" if you have not!!!
3. Personal Narrative
-fill out as much of "personal scavenger hunt" as you can
-share as a class to discuss elements of "voice" in writing
-distribute double sided handout with information on college essay/personal narrative AND prompts from some notable colleges
-discuss the "voice" writing samples you did for today...these were collected and will be graded as a participation grade!
If you have not taken the vocab quiz, see me ASAP so we can make arrangements to be tagged during focus time, etc
Stay Coooooooool!!!!
Monday, September 25, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. Library for book talk/time to look around for free choice books.....
2. Reminder to fill out "Futures" survey for Mrs Bouchard
3. English "Diagnostic Test" in purple workbooks
-I PURPOSELY did not go over any of these first because I wanted you to see what you would see on the Accuplacer, etc....
-do exercises 1, 2, 3
-we will go over them next class as a participation grade....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Same as black day plans from last time.....we took vocab test, etc.....went to library....etc etc...
1. Library for book talk/time to look around for free choice books.....
2. Reminder to fill out "Futures" survey for Mrs Bouchard
3. English "Diagnostic Test" in purple workbooks
-I PURPOSELY did not go over any of these first because I wanted you to see what you would see on the Accuplacer, etc....
-do exercises 1, 2, 3
-we will go over them next class as a participation grade....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Same as black day plans from last time.....we took vocab test, etc.....went to library....etc etc...
Friday, September 22, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Library book talk
-go to library to hear presentation from Ms Johnson
-browse collection to possibly find book for book talk or silent reading, etc...
2. Vocab test
3. Personal narrative/college essay
-describe and go over the rubric for this composition
-describe the three elements of VOICE
-give the "collecting activity" sheet where you essentially conduct a scavenger hunt of yourself
-(NOTE: you do not need to complete this sheet for next time...we will work on it in class)
-based on something on that sheet (a category, something that catches your eye, etc) OR anything else of your choice, write AT LEAST 1/2 page of something where you really focus on integrating the elements of VOICE into your writing
Have a great weekend!!
1. Library book talk
-go to library to hear presentation from Ms Johnson
-browse collection to possibly find book for book talk or silent reading, etc...
2. Vocab test
3. Personal narrative/college essay
-describe and go over the rubric for this composition
-describe the three elements of VOICE
-give the "collecting activity" sheet where you essentially conduct a scavenger hunt of yourself
-(NOTE: you do not need to complete this sheet for next time...we will work on it in class)
-based on something on that sheet (a category, something that catches your eye, etc) OR anything else of your choice, write AT LEAST 1/2 page of something where you really focus on integrating the elements of VOICE into your writing
Have a great weekend!!
Thursday, September 21, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we did our silent reading for ten minutes
We took our "open note" vocab tests today in class.....you were allowed to use your notes and sentences....
We did not get to go over our "English diagnostic tests" today....we will do this next time and it will be a participation grade....
Be sure to check your school email to complete your FUTURES survey for the college trip!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as black day class! Be sure to do your FUTURES survey via your email link....
UGH!!! I STILLLLLLLLLL forgot to pass stuff back!!! #HELPME
Today we did our silent reading for ten minutes
We took our "open note" vocab tests today in class.....you were allowed to use your notes and sentences....
We did not get to go over our "English diagnostic tests" today....we will do this next time and it will be a participation grade....
Be sure to check your school email to complete your FUTURES survey for the college trip!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as black day class! Be sure to do your FUTURES survey via your email link....
UGH!!! I STILLLLLLLLLL forgot to pass stuff back!!! #HELPME
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class I gave--and went over--the rubric for the book talks you are asked to do towards the end of each quarter...see me with any questions!
I found out that the survey for the "Futures Day" (College Field Trip) survey can be taken now! Check your school gmail, and you will find an email containing a link to that survey!
We began our personal narrative/college essay unit today...we went over a little bit what we will be doing and how we will be doing it...we did a couple of really quick writing questions based on Brown University's college essay question
Study for the vocab test which will be on FRIDAY!
Have a great day
Today in class I gave--and went over--the rubric for the book talks you are asked to do towards the end of each quarter...see me with any questions!
I found out that the survey for the "Futures Day" (College Field Trip) survey can be taken now! Check your school gmail, and you will find an email containing a link to that survey!
We began our personal narrative/college essay unit today...we went over a little bit what we will be doing and how we will be doing it...we did a couple of really quick writing questions based on Brown University's college essay question
Study for the vocab test which will be on FRIDAY!
Have a great day
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we worked on a "diagnostic English test" where you had to correct some sentences with errors like misplaced modifiers, parallel structure, and commas....it was collected at the end of class and graded as participation....
NOTE: The vocabulary test will be on Thursday. For this one time only, you may bring your words or sentences and use them on the test!!! This will be the only time you will be able to do this! Take advantage of this!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as black day....the only difference is that your vocab test will be next MONDAY!!!!
See me with any questions!!!!
Today in class we worked on a "diagnostic English test" where you had to correct some sentences with errors like misplaced modifiers, parallel structure, and commas....it was collected at the end of class and graded as participation....
NOTE: The vocabulary test will be on Thursday. For this one time only, you may bring your words or sentences and use them on the test!!! This will be the only time you will be able to do this! Take advantage of this!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as black day....the only difference is that your vocab test will be next MONDAY!!!!
See me with any questions!!!!
Monday, September 18, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we took section 3 (the final section of the diagnostic test) in the purple test booklets....this section focused on the essay....We went over the questions that were asked about the essay and we made sure everyone had them correct!
We went over the vocabulary words and made sure everyone had the correct definitions!! The test for this will be on FRIDAY!
We will be working on the personal narrative/college essay next!!
Today we took section 3 (the final section of the diagnostic test) in the purple test booklets....this section focused on the essay....We went over the questions that were asked about the essay and we made sure everyone had them correct!
We went over the vocabulary words and made sure everyone had the correct definitions!! The test for this will be on FRIDAY!
We will be working on the personal narrative/college essay next!!
Thursday, September 14, 2017
SUB PLANS 9/15!!!
SUBSTITUTE PLANS
JARED GOLDSMITH
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 15
2017
BLOCK 1 ENGLISH 12:
This class often has a difficult time focusing. It is a large class
for a level 2 English class. There are many fantastic kids in this
class. Several of these students may/should leave to go work in Mr
Redwine's and Mr Carey's learning centers. This is totally fine. I
have told the students ahead of time that you would be here today,
and I have also told them the plan. The plan, as I told them, is to
put their vocabulary words in sentences (complete sentences that
illustrate that they understand the word's meaning). Please tell them
that I will collect this on Tuesday for a participation grade!!! They
may need to use the Chromebooks for this, and some students
legitimately used their phones to look up the definitions. The
students were told to bring the words with them. I will list the
vocab words at the end of this plan, as another class today has the
same list (*note*This class does not have ALL the words on the list I
leave you with!They should know which ones they have!). When the kids
are done with their vocab work, they were told they could read their
choice books/magazines to work towards their book-talk projects OR
they could work on other work for class, but they must do it
respectfully and quietly. If anyone is not doing this, please feel
free to ask them to leave the class and go visit Mr Hendsbee. Thanks!
BLOCK 2 STUDY HALL:
Many kids sign out to go places. Kids sign out in the blue binder on
the file cabinet by the door. A nice small study hall!
FOCUS TIME—Homeroom
kids
LUNCH
BLOCK 3 COLLEGE
ENGLISH 12: A wonderful class thus far! I told them the plan
beforehand as well. Please have them look up the words to their first
vocab list. Again, I have included the words on this plan (so you can
write them on the board...or they might already be up there). IN
ADDITION, as I told all classes, I will post this exact sub plan on
my web site at www.goldsmithenglish.blogspot.com.
After kids are done looking up their words, they may work on their
independent reading books OR they may work on other work quietly.
(NOTE) Students may be
allowed to use their electronic device or Chromebooks to look up word
definitions.
BLOCK 4 COLLEGE ENGLISH 12: Another fantastic class. Please have them
do same as Block 3!!
Please be sure to make kids TURN OFF Chromebooks and PLUG THEM IN
when done!
Thanks for subbing for me. As always, if there are any questions, see
Ellen or Jenn!!!
VOCAB
WORDS
indigent burnished scintillate
gesticulation effluvium fumatory
gambol raiment compeer
carte blanche laissez faire ardor
commove doughty consternate
criterion prosaic propensity
garrulus
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we took the "Sadlier/Oxford" Sentence Diagnostic test and began going over the first two sections. We will go over section 3 (the essay section) on Monday when we have class again...
Your first group of vocabulary words were given...they were written on the board for you to photograph with your phone...they will be left on the board for tomorrow (Friday) as I will be out of the building and I will have a sub. Additionally, I will post the words in the sub plans that I will later "paste" onto this blog!! Please look up the definition for each word for next time!!!!
Today we took the "Sadlier/Oxford" Sentence Diagnostic test and began going over the first two sections. We will go over section 3 (the essay section) on Monday when we have class again...
Your first group of vocabulary words were given...they were written on the board for you to photograph with your phone...they will be left on the board for tomorrow (Friday) as I will be out of the building and I will have a sub. Additionally, I will post the words in the sub plans that I will later "paste" onto this blog!! Please look up the definition for each word for next time!!!!
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we checked in on the presentation that guidance delivered last time to make sure there were no questions....
We went over both "writing diagnostic tests" that were to be done for today...the O.W.L. #1 sheets were collected and graded as a participation grade
Have a great afternoon!!!
Today we checked in on the presentation that guidance delivered last time to make sure there were no questions....
We went over both "writing diagnostic tests" that were to be done for today...the O.W.L. #1 sheets were collected and graded as a participation grade
Have a great afternoon!!!
Monday, September 11, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we did our silent reading for ten minutes...
You are reminded to be looking over your vocabulary words, as you will have a test next week....
We began talking about the differences between CONNOTATION and DENOTATION and we went over examples of them.....
A worksheet was given and done during class....this was collected and graded as participation...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Guidance counselors came by and presented to both classes today! Ask them questions! Meet with your counselor!
We will continue with English on WED!
Today in class we did our silent reading for ten minutes...
You are reminded to be looking over your vocabulary words, as you will have a test next week....
We began talking about the differences between CONNOTATION and DENOTATION and we went over examples of them.....
A worksheet was given and done during class....this was collected and graded as participation...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Guidance counselors came by and presented to both classes today! Ask them questions! Meet with your counselor!
We will continue with English on WED!
Friday, September 8, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we had a presentation from guidance regarding college application, standardized tests, etc etc.
You were given a sheet containing sentences with mistakes....I would like you to "fix" these sentences for next class, when they will be collected and graded as a participation grade!
Have a great weekend!
Today we had a presentation from guidance regarding college application, standardized tests, etc etc.
You were given a sheet containing sentences with mistakes....I would like you to "fix" these sentences for next class, when they will be collected and graded as a participation grade!
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, September 7, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
We began our silent reading today....please find a book or magazine that appeals to you!
We worked on our vocab by finishing the words and then going around to share definitions...make sure you have the correct definition for each word!!!
SEE ME if you are missing any words
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Ten minutes of silent reading....
We went over our first writing diagnostic test with misplaced modifiers and parallel structure....
We began O.W.L. #1 sheet with sentences to fix....please finish this sheet for Monday
NOTE: Guidance will be here on Monday to talk about all things college!!!
We began our silent reading today....please find a book or magazine that appeals to you!
We worked on our vocab by finishing the words and then going around to share definitions...make sure you have the correct definition for each word!!!
SEE ME if you are missing any words
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Ten minutes of silent reading....
We went over our first writing diagnostic test with misplaced modifiers and parallel structure....
We began O.W.L. #1 sheet with sentences to fix....please finish this sheet for Monday
NOTE: Guidance will be here on Monday to talk about all things college!!!
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
PLease see plan from Orange Day
PUBLIC SPEAKING
Remember to bring an object that says something about who you are as a person!!! Bring this next time!
PLease see plan from Orange Day
PUBLIC SPEAKING
Remember to bring an object that says something about who you are as a person!!! Bring this next time!
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we went over the rest of the class expectations and the books/titles we will read....we also got our first vocabulary list and we began writing down the definitions as we looked them up on the Chromebooks....
For next class you should definitely remember to bring a book for silent reading!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Mrs Van Arsdale came by with paperwork for Thomas College. Please be sure to complete that paperwork and get it to me!
We went over the rest of the course expectations, and the "Thomas" syllabus was passed out...
Please be sure to have a book for silent reading next time! We will always start class with ten minutes of silent reading....
We began some "diagnostic grammar tests" today...if you didnt finish the "test," please finish it so we can go over it next time in class
Have a great day!
Today we went over the rest of the class expectations and the books/titles we will read....we also got our first vocabulary list and we began writing down the definitions as we looked them up on the Chromebooks....
For next class you should definitely remember to bring a book for silent reading!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Mrs Van Arsdale came by with paperwork for Thomas College. Please be sure to complete that paperwork and get it to me!
We went over the rest of the course expectations, and the "Thomas" syllabus was passed out...
Please be sure to have a book for silent reading next time! We will always start class with ten minutes of silent reading....
We began some "diagnostic grammar tests" today...if you didnt finish the "test," please finish it so we can go over it next time in class
Have a great day!
Thursday, May 11, 2017
SUB PLANS FOR FRIDAY MAY 12
SUB PLANS
JARED GOLDSMITH
MAY 12, 2017
Good morning. I have
told all of my classes what the assignment would be when I was out,
so this should be familiar to them. Additionally, I have posted this
lesson plan on my class blog at www.goldsmithenglish.blogspot.com.
Thanks!
BLOCK 1: ENGLISH
12-A small, great group of kids. Please have them get one of the
“Latin and Greek Root Vocab” books (on the metal shelf by the
green grammar books). Please instruct them to work on the “Unit
Ten” words on beginning on page 60. They should become acquainted
with the words and then write each one in an original sentence. In
addition, they should do exercises 1, 2, and 3 on pages 62, 63, and
64. Please remind them NOT to write in the books-they should do all
this work on a separate sheet of paper. Please do not collect it...I
will collect it from them on Tuesday. When they are done, they may
work on other work, read, work on Chromebooks, etc.
BLOCK 2: STUDY
HALL-You are in the commons for this study hall....they are a great
group of kids as well! Usually, some of the girls ask to go grab a
Chromebook from the library...this is fine. Usually Nate goes to the
library and usually Gabe goes to Mrs Houston's room (usually...they
may not). At any rate, they should check in with you before they
leave. Additionally, Samantha Decker usually checks in and goes to
the art room. Just make sure the kids check in with you first.
FOCUS TIME: Most of
the homeroom kids will come back for this 25 minute time...they will
work on homework, etc...
BLOCK 3 (you eat
first lunch)
CREATIVE
WRITING-These folks were told to continue working on their
“elaborative detail stories” that we have been talking about.
Please inform them that I would like them to pass something into me
on Tuesday. Usually, on Fridays, I let the creative writing class
work on things that “enhance” their creative energy like reading,
writing, etc. Kids will most likely be on Chromebooks working. Some
kids may be done with their stories, and if they want to work on
other work that is fine. It is totally fine if some of them go sit in
the hallway outside my room—a few of them often do that, and they
work quietly.
BLOCK 4: COLLEGE
PREP 12-A great group of seniors who are all terrific people....but
who are totally tired of being in school! I have talked to them in
advance about me being out. Please have them follow Block 1's plan
with the vocabulary work, etc. Please be sure to only allow one
student at a time to leave for bathroom, locker, etc. Like I said,
they are a great group of kids, and I am really counting on them to
show some leadership.
Thanks for your help
today! If there are any problems, please see Ellen Pinkham (outside
my door, diagonally left across the hall) as she is our dept. head. I
hope you have an enjoyable day!
Jared
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we took the character matching quiz THROUGH chapter 30....if you missed it come see me
There was a study guide for 26-30 that we did in class and we went over it!
The reading for Thursday is to read ch 31 through 34....
The vocab quiz has been moved to next MONDAY. Isn't that nice??
Today we took the character matching quiz THROUGH chapter 30....if you missed it come see me
There was a study guide for 26-30 that we did in class and we went over it!
The reading for Thursday is to read ch 31 through 34....
The vocab quiz has been moved to next MONDAY. Isn't that nice??
Friday, May 5, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Reminder that the vocab test will be next THURSDAY
TRESPASSER compositions were due today....
The reading assignment for next time is to read chapters 26 thru 30!
There will be a character matching exam on TUESDAY so read, study, etc!
Reminder that the vocab test will be next THURSDAY
TRESPASSER compositions were due today....
The reading assignment for next time is to read chapters 26 thru 30!
There will be a character matching exam on TUESDAY so read, study, etc!
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we got new vocab words for a quiz that will be next THURSDAY
We continued discussion on chapters 22 thru 25 and we developed some inferential questions about the chapters....
Please remember to pass in your compositions this Friday...if you need an extra sheet with the three writing prompt choices, come see me!
Today we got new vocab words for a quiz that will be next THURSDAY
We continued discussion on chapters 22 thru 25 and we developed some inferential questions about the chapters....
Please remember to pass in your compositions this Friday...if you need an extra sheet with the three writing prompt choices, come see me!
Monday, May 1, 2017
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We practiced generating questions using the three level (literal, inferential, transcendent) system we went over last class...
We created 5 literal and 3 inferential questions for each chapter that was due today (20 and 21)
The reading assignment for Wednesday is to read THROUGH chapter 25
Composition topics were handed out today. Pick one. They are due FRIDAY
Friday, April 28, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
We did a powerpoint presentation on Question Generating so if you didnt get the notes come and see me....
COLLEGE PREP 12
THE VOCAB QUIZ IS TUESDAY!!!
some of you still haven't given me the review exercises for this vocab list!
We continued with V FOR VENDETTA....you were asked to create FIVE INFERENTIAL questions and ANSWER ONE of them....we will finish the film on Tues.
We did a powerpoint presentation on Question Generating so if you didnt get the notes come and see me....
COLLEGE PREP 12
THE VOCAB QUIZ IS TUESDAY!!!
some of you still haven't given me the review exercises for this vocab list!
We continued with V FOR VENDETTA....you were asked to create FIVE INFERENTIAL questions and ANSWER ONE of them....we will finish the film on Tues.
Thursday, April 27, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we listened to a Maine Public Radio story about a similar murder case to the one we are reading about in TRESPASSER...
We took notes on three levels of Question Generating....if you did not get all these notes, see me immediately!!!!!
We went over an important quote sheet for the reading that was due today....
The reading is chapters 20 and 21....
Today we listened to a Maine Public Radio story about a similar murder case to the one we are reading about in TRESPASSER...
We took notes on three levels of Question Generating....if you did not get all these notes, see me immediately!!!!!
We went over an important quote sheet for the reading that was due today....
The reading is chapters 20 and 21....
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we went over the vocab words...reviewed the sentences...we will have the quiz on FRIDAY
We continued with chapter ten of the book....you were asked to read simply pages 161-166 and write a reaction (half page or so)
COLLEGE PREP 12
JUST DO SOMETHING!
#butseriously
If you did not hand in the vocab exercises (from when the sub was in) please get them to me FRIDAY!!! The quiz will be next TUESDAY
We began V FOR VENDETTA today...the assignment for this is to create FIVE inferential questions and ANSWER TWO of them....the answers must be thought out and written out well...we will talk about this on Friday....
Today we went over the vocab words...reviewed the sentences...we will have the quiz on FRIDAY
We continued with chapter ten of the book....you were asked to read simply pages 161-166 and write a reaction (half page or so)
COLLEGE PREP 12
JUST DO SOMETHING!
#butseriously
If you did not hand in the vocab exercises (from when the sub was in) please get them to me FRIDAY!!! The quiz will be next TUESDAY
We began V FOR VENDETTA today...the assignment for this is to create FIVE inferential questions and ANSWER TWO of them....the answers must be thought out and written out well...we will talk about this on Friday....
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
TOday we went over the quiz we took before vacation....many of you still need to make it up so come and see me!
We read aloud all of chapter 16 in class and discussed it, etc
For Thursday, please read chapters 17, 18, and 19....no "formal" quiz will be given....but you never know about a quick, four question reading check quiz, right????
TOday we went over the quiz we took before vacation....many of you still need to make it up so come and see me!
We read aloud all of chapter 16 in class and discussed it, etc
For Thursday, please read chapters 17, 18, and 19....no "formal" quiz will be given....but you never know about a quick, four question reading check quiz, right????
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
READ THE BOOK!!!! It is very obvious people aren't keeping up with the reading #senioritis #isitJune7th #seriouslytho
Today we reviewed the Greek and Latin vocab by doing exercises 1 through 4 on starting on page 14....we went over the answers to the questions...
We went over the chapters of 7 thru 11 for TRESPASSER. It was rough. Make sure to read.
The reading assignment for Friday is to read 12 THROUGH 15.....we will have a test on Friday on all that we've covered thus far in the book!
READ THE BOOK!!!! It is very obvious people aren't keeping up with the reading #senioritis #isitJune7th #seriouslytho
Today we reviewed the Greek and Latin vocab by doing exercises 1 through 4 on starting on page 14....we went over the answers to the questions...
We went over the chapters of 7 thru 11 for TRESPASSER. It was rough. Make sure to read.
The reading assignment for Friday is to read 12 THROUGH 15.....we will have a test on Friday on all that we've covered thus far in the book!
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we went over the chapter 9 study guide you did with the sub on Friday...
Today we read in chapter 10 up through page 166 and you were asked to respond to this prompt: " What are the three worst things, in your opinion, that happened to the men in this chapter? Write at least a half page response"
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we took the vocab quiz and wrote the words in complete sentences...it was a gift!
We viewed and discussed the powerpoint presentation on question generating strategies! This was important info to know!
YOU HAVE AN EXTRA CLASS to get me the piece of writing that I assigned you to do with the sub last Friday...after that, the highest you can earn is a 65....
Today we went over the chapter 9 study guide you did with the sub on Friday...
Today we read in chapter 10 up through page 166 and you were asked to respond to this prompt: " What are the three worst things, in your opinion, that happened to the men in this chapter? Write at least a half page response"
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we took the vocab quiz and wrote the words in complete sentences...it was a gift!
We viewed and discussed the powerpoint presentation on question generating strategies! This was important info to know!
YOU HAVE AN EXTRA CLASS to get me the piece of writing that I assigned you to do with the sub last Friday...after that, the highest you can earn is a 65....
Monday, April 10, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we covered new Greek/Latin root vocab words....this test will be the Tuesday AFTER VACATION...more to come on this, as we review the words this Wednesday....
In TRESPASSER, we reviewed chapters 3 thru 6 by looking at the study guide and going over it....the reading for next time is reading chapters 7 thru 11.
PLEASE PLAN on a reading quiz on Friday. Quizzes are made up, in part, from study guide questions, so be sure to have them all done and filled out!
Today we covered new Greek/Latin root vocab words....this test will be the Tuesday AFTER VACATION...more to come on this, as we review the words this Wednesday....
In TRESPASSER, we reviewed chapters 3 thru 6 by looking at the study guide and going over it....the reading for next time is reading chapters 7 thru 11.
PLEASE PLAN on a reading quiz on Friday. Quizzes are made up, in part, from study guide questions, so be sure to have them all done and filled out!
Thursday, April 6, 2017
SUB PLANS FOR FRIDAY APRIL 7
SUB PLANS: JARED
GOLDSMITH
FRIDAY, APRIL 7 2017
I have told all my
classes ahead of time that I will be out today, and they have been
told of the “plan” as well. Thanks!
BLOCK 1: English 12.
A small, great class. They are reading the book THE LONGEST WINTER,
which is stacked to the left of my desk. They are to read chapter 9
and do the “quiz” that goes along with it. Please tell them this
will only count as an in-class quiz. Please do not let them take the
books home with them—rather, have them stack them back on the
counter at the end of class. Please tell them I will take the quizzes
from them next Tuesday.
BLOCK 2: Study Hall.
This is in the commons. A great group of kids. Several kids may see
you at the beginning of class regarding going to the library to get a
laptop. This is fine. They should go and come right back to the
commons with their laptop. Please only allow one student at a time to
leave for the bathroom, locker, etc.
LUNCH (your lunch)
BLOCK 3: Creative
Writing. This class was told ahead of time that Friday was to be
“Inspiration Time.” Inspiration Time is basically time I give
them in creative writing to “explore creative opportunities”
around them. This is not to be used as a “study hall,” but,
rather, a time for the students to work on their writing or, perhaps,
their reading. Encourage kids to do things that promote and enhance
their creativity. They are very familiar with what “Inspiration
Time” is so there should be no problem. You could remind kids to
work on their “mood museum” projects as well.
BLOCK 4: College
Prep English 12. A great group of kids with a bad case of senioritis...haha.They are reading the book HEROES, which is stacked on the counter
beside my desk. Please instruct them to read pages 98-118 of the
book. Don't let them take the books home, as I need them for another
class. Thanks! There is also a writing prompt I would like them to
do:
As Francis falls
asleep at night he 'recites the names of the guys in his platoon."
Men in war often bond closely with members of their groups as they
face danger together. Have you ever felt such an emotional link to
other people as you faced something difficult together? On a sports
team? In the cast of a play? Etc. Describe how it felt in AT LEAST
one full page....
Please
have them do this prompt and have them pass it in to me on Tuesday.
ALSO, PLEASE remind the class that they have vocab test on Tuesday.
.Again, this is a great group of kids....the biggest thing with them
is to only let ONE AT A TIME out for bathroom, locker, etc. Thanks!
Please
have ALL students make sure laptops are plugged in when they are done
Please
see Ms Pinkham or Mrs McCowan (diagonally across the hall) should you
have any questions. I have posted these exact lesson plans on my
class web site (www.goldsmithenglish.blogspot.com)
if there are any questions by the students, etc. Thanks again!
Jared
Goldsmith
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Today we took the cultural idiom vocabulary test....
2. TRESPASSER
-took book numbers
-gave out study guide for chapters 1 and 2....this wasnt collected...we just went over it...keep as notes...
-assignment for Monday is to read chapters 3 THROUGH 6....thanks!
-I hope you like the book!!!
1. Today we took the cultural idiom vocabulary test....
2. TRESPASSER
-took book numbers
-gave out study guide for chapters 1 and 2....this wasnt collected...we just went over it...keep as notes...
-assignment for Monday is to read chapters 3 THROUGH 6....thanks!
-I hope you like the book!!!
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we reviewed the idiom phrases by putting ten into sentences and then sharing them as we went around the room....this test will be on THURSDAY
I passed out copies of our next book TRESPASSER and we briefly went over some of the FIRST novel in the series (THE POACHER'S SON) so that this book would make more sense. ....I asked that you simply read the first two chapters....
Today we reviewed the idiom phrases by putting ten into sentences and then sharing them as we went around the room....this test will be on THURSDAY
I passed out copies of our next book TRESPASSER and we briefly went over some of the FIRST novel in the series (THE POACHER'S SON) so that this book would make more sense. ....I asked that you simply read the first two chapters....
Monday, April 3, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
TOday we got new vocab words with Greek and Latin roots....they are in a workbook, so if you dont have them, come and see me.
We continued with THE LONGEST WINTER by beginning the chapter TheLastSunset and we will finish the chapter on Thursday (and we will write about the chapter then as well)
COLLEGE PREP 12
We began with HEROES on page 72 and the goal was to read through page 97....we will review vocab words on Wednesday, so please bring those....there was also a writing prompt assigned
As Francis falls asleep at night he 'recites the names of the guys in his platoon." Men in war often bond closely with members of their groups as they face danger together. Have you ever felt such an emotional link to other people as you faced something difficult together? On a sports team? In the cast of a play? Etc. Describe how it felt in AT LEAST one full page....
TOday we got new vocab words with Greek and Latin roots....they are in a workbook, so if you dont have them, come and see me.
We continued with THE LONGEST WINTER by beginning the chapter TheLastSunset and we will finish the chapter on Thursday (and we will write about the chapter then as well)
COLLEGE PREP 12
We began with HEROES on page 72 and the goal was to read through page 97....we will review vocab words on Wednesday, so please bring those....there was also a writing prompt assigned
As Francis falls asleep at night he 'recites the names of the guys in his platoon." Men in war often bond closely with members of their groups as they face danger together. Have you ever felt such an emotional link to other people as you faced something difficult together? On a sports team? In the cast of a play? Etc. Describe how it felt in AT LEAST one full page....
Friday, March 31, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class we went over the definitions for the cultural idioms you were asked to research.....the test for this will be next THURSDAY....
I collected the feature stories for those who were out due to the blood drive, etc the other day....
Please check InfiniteCampus and make sure everything looks right for your grade! See me with any questions!
Today in class we went over the definitions for the cultural idioms you were asked to research.....the test for this will be next THURSDAY....
I collected the feature stories for those who were out due to the blood drive, etc the other day....
Please check InfiniteCampus and make sure everything looks right for your grade! See me with any questions!
Thursday, March 30, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we finished the BAND OF BROTHERS episode featuring "Bastogne...." and we will continue with the reading on Monday....
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we got a new list of Greek and Latin root words....these are words you can find in chapter 2 of the vocab workbooks.....the quiz will be next Friday, and we will do some more review on next Wednesday...
We did not continue with HEROES reading today, but we will on Monday, when we will read and write a response....
Today we finished the BAND OF BROTHERS episode featuring "Bastogne...." and we will continue with the reading on Monday....
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we got a new list of Greek and Latin root words....these are words you can find in chapter 2 of the vocab workbooks.....the quiz will be next Friday, and we will do some more review on next Wednesday...
We did not continue with HEROES reading today, but we will on Monday, when we will read and write a response....
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in college English we had a "work day" due to the fact that many were working at the school's blood drive.
The feature stories were due today and they were collected
There was no new reading, etc. to do
Today in college English we had a "work day" due to the fact that many were working at the school's blood drive.
The feature stories were due today and they were collected
There was no new reading, etc. to do
Monday, March 27, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Presenting Information
-do and go over reading "887" questions and discuss why the answers were what they were...
-go over rubric for the feature story that is due Wednesday....remember to follow the rubric that is given to you on the bottom of the "Presenting Information" handout I gave you way-back-when...pay special attention to your introduction and make it interesting (think Q.A.Q.S.)
2. Cultural Literacy Idioms-we wrote these down in class and 'walked around' asking people if they knew...
Kangaroo court
catch 22
pandora's box
Monday Morning QB
banker's hours
Busman's holiday
rule of thumb
drink the koolaid
jump the shark
caveat emptor
carpe diem
when in Rome
Midas touch
Achilles heel
ad hoc
bite the bullet
black sheep
Dutch treat
1. Presenting Information
-do and go over reading "887" questions and discuss why the answers were what they were...
-go over rubric for the feature story that is due Wednesday....remember to follow the rubric that is given to you on the bottom of the "Presenting Information" handout I gave you way-back-when...pay special attention to your introduction and make it interesting (think Q.A.Q.S.)
2. Cultural Literacy Idioms-we wrote these down in class and 'walked around' asking people if they knew...
Kangaroo court
catch 22
pandora's box
Monday Morning QB
banker's hours
Busman's holiday
rule of thumb
drink the koolaid
jump the shark
caveat emptor
carpe diem
when in Rome
Midas touch
Achilles heel
ad hoc
bite the bullet
black sheep
Dutch treat
Friday, March 24, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we read pages 77-91 of TheLongestWinter and we worked on a timeline showing acts of heroism, contributions of characters other than Bouck, and important historical events...
Mr Record came in and shared his expertise with us about winter survival training in the army....thanks Mr Record!!
COLLEGE PREP12
A reminder that the vocabulary test is next TUESDAY
Today we read in HEROES up through page 51and you were to write about which conflict you find to be the most prevalent in the story so far: man vs man, self, or nature....this was done in class and collected as a participation grade!
Today we read pages 77-91 of TheLongestWinter and we worked on a timeline showing acts of heroism, contributions of characters other than Bouck, and important historical events...
Mr Record came in and shared his expertise with us about winter survival training in the army....thanks Mr Record!!
COLLEGE PREP12
A reminder that the vocabulary test is next TUESDAY
Today we read in HEROES up through page 51and you were to write about which conflict you find to be the most prevalent in the story so far: man vs man, self, or nature....this was done in class and collected as a participation grade!
Thursday, March 23, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Presenting Information
-go over types/styles of feature stories listed on the handout I gave you
-go over format of paragraphs for SUBTOPIC in writing a feature story
-go around room and share what you reported on today, and then tell what sort of "style" of feature story it fits
-collect the precis and questions that were due today!
-begin "887" questions, etc....PLEASE BRING THESE NEXT TIME as we will go over them then
-view and discuss other examples of feature stories
*Susan's fish and chips
* BoomGoesTheDynamite
-we will continue on Monday....please note that your own feature story will be due next WEDNESDAY
1. Presenting Information
-go over types/styles of feature stories listed on the handout I gave you
-go over format of paragraphs for SUBTOPIC in writing a feature story
-go around room and share what you reported on today, and then tell what sort of "style" of feature story it fits
-collect the precis and questions that were due today!
-begin "887" questions, etc....PLEASE BRING THESE NEXT TIME as we will go over them then
-view and discuss other examples of feature stories
*Susan's fish and chips
* BoomGoesTheDynamite
-we will continue on Monday....please note that your own feature story will be due next WEDNESDAY
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we read the rest of chapter 5 and filled out the rest of the study guide questions (9-12)
We went over the questions and the reading....
Then, to put it in perspective, we viewed part of a History Channel documentary on The Battle Of The Bulge...
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we worked with the vocabulary books doing Exercises 1, 2, 3, and 4 starting on page 8...these were done in class and collected as a participation grade....
The test will be next TUESDAY, not this Friday....
We did not read any of HEROES today.....
Today we read the rest of chapter 5 and filled out the rest of the study guide questions (9-12)
We went over the questions and the reading....
Then, to put it in perspective, we viewed part of a History Channel documentary on The Battle Of The Bulge...
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we worked with the vocabulary books doing Exercises 1, 2, 3, and 4 starting on page 8...these were done in class and collected as a participation grade....
The test will be next TUESDAY, not this Friday....
We did not read any of HEROES today.....
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we continued our discussion of ethos, pathos, and logos, and how it is used to make informational writing more effective ....we went over the "Football Island" report that we watched last time, and discussed how these rhetorical devices were used....
We continued with the "Black Dolphin" documentary, taking notes on how ethos, pathos, and logos are used....also, we took note of the subtopics of the documentary
Your assignment for next class is to find your own example of a "feature story" and do two things with it. First of all, write a precis of it. Secondly, answer the four questions that exist on the original "handout" I gave you for the Presenting Information unit (see me if you are confused!)
ALSO, see me if you dont understand what, fully, a "feature story" is....
Today we continued our discussion of ethos, pathos, and logos, and how it is used to make informational writing more effective ....we went over the "Football Island" report that we watched last time, and discussed how these rhetorical devices were used....
We continued with the "Black Dolphin" documentary, taking notes on how ethos, pathos, and logos are used....also, we took note of the subtopics of the documentary
Your assignment for next class is to find your own example of a "feature story" and do two things with it. First of all, write a precis of it. Secondly, answer the four questions that exist on the original "handout" I gave you for the Presenting Information unit (see me if you are confused!)
ALSO, see me if you dont understand what, fully, a "feature story" is....
Monday, March 20, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we read chapter 5 of THE LONGEST WINTER...we went over the questions on the study guide...we will finish the rest on Wednesday, starting on page 64 of the book
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we took notes on the new vocab Greek roots and their accompanying words....this test will be on Friday....
In HEROES, we began reading on page 26 and the goal was simply to read to the end of the chapter on page 37 AND complete a Point, Question, Connect sheet on the reading...if you didnt give it to me today, be sure to give it to me at the start of next class
Today we read chapter 5 of THE LONGEST WINTER...we went over the questions on the study guide...we will finish the rest on Wednesday, starting on page 64 of the book
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we took notes on the new vocab Greek roots and their accompanying words....this test will be on Friday....
In HEROES, we began reading on page 26 and the goal was simply to read to the end of the chapter on page 37 AND complete a Point, Question, Connect sheet on the reading...if you didnt give it to me today, be sure to give it to me at the start of next class
Friday, March 10, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Presenting Information
-we went over the enumerative sentences and the subtopics for the "Maine paper" article...
-the precises you wrote on that article were collected
-we tried outlining some big topics--with their sub topics--for fun...for example....
SNOW
*Snow is a source of recreation for many in the state.......
* Snow is a huge problem in affecting school years this year.....
*Snow is a giant source of revenue for the state of Maine...
-I passed out the article from Men's Health magazine "The cardinal rules of fitness".....I would like you to read this article and answer the first THREE questions under the "Response Questions" section of the original "Presenting Info" guide that I passed out...
-you do not need to do a precis for this!
1. Presenting Information
-we went over the enumerative sentences and the subtopics for the "Maine paper" article...
-the precises you wrote on that article were collected
-we tried outlining some big topics--with their sub topics--for fun...for example....
SNOW
*Snow is a source of recreation for many in the state.......
* Snow is a huge problem in affecting school years this year.....
*Snow is a giant source of revenue for the state of Maine...
-I passed out the article from Men's Health magazine "The cardinal rules of fitness".....I would like you to read this article and answer the first THREE questions under the "Response Questions" section of the original "Presenting Info" guide that I passed out...
-you do not need to do a precis for this!
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Presenting Information
-collect 'eyewitness report' in class
-give 'Presenting Information' syllabus/handout/rubric
-give handout/directions on 'precis'
-read and discuss article on 'education philosophy' and pick out topic sentence for each of the 8 paragraphs
-give news article about Maine and its paper industry....do these three things
1. find topic sentences
2. pick out ENUMERATIVE paragraphs and sections
3. write a quality PRECIS on this article!
1. Presenting Information
-collect 'eyewitness report' in class
-give 'Presenting Information' syllabus/handout/rubric
-give handout/directions on 'precis'
-read and discuss article on 'education philosophy' and pick out topic sentence for each of the 8 paragraphs
-give news article about Maine and its paper industry....do these three things
1. find topic sentences
2. pick out ENUMERATIVE paragraphs and sections
3. write a quality PRECIS on this article!
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. Vocab quiz taken in class today
2. THE LONGEST WINTER
-we continued to read on in chapter 1
-we read on in chapter 1 and tried to finish as much of it as we could
-we took notes on the descriptions and characteristics of Lt Bouck, Sgt Slape, Kalil, Leopold, and Milosevich
COLLEGE PREP 12
1. We took the vocab quiz in class today
2. HEROES
-we worked on a 'judging' activity--using magazines--to start exploring how "character" is revealed through literature
-we continued reading and finished the first chapter, ending on page 11
1. Vocab quiz taken in class today
2. THE LONGEST WINTER
-we continued to read on in chapter 1
-we read on in chapter 1 and tried to finish as much of it as we could
-we took notes on the descriptions and characteristics of Lt Bouck, Sgt Slape, Kalil, Leopold, and Milosevich
COLLEGE PREP 12
1. We took the vocab quiz in class today
2. HEROES
-we worked on a 'judging' activity--using magazines--to start exploring how "character" is revealed through literature
-we continued reading and finished the first chapter, ending on page 11
Monday, March 6, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Take vocab quiz in class!
2. Composition
-go over eyewitness report directions...
-look on page 44 of purple books and go over types of writing strategies, etc
"It is clear that the students of WHS have a unique appetite indeed....."
or
"If there is one thing WHS students can agree on it is that the teachers here are really terrible...."
-go out 'into the field' and do some 'eyewitnessing' and collect data for your composition
-pay attention (as we went over) to the importance of the beginning!!
-the composition is due WEDNESDAY
1. Take vocab quiz in class!
2. Composition
-go over eyewitness report directions...
-look on page 44 of purple books and go over types of writing strategies, etc
"It is clear that the students of WHS have a unique appetite indeed....."
or
"If there is one thing WHS students can agree on it is that the teachers here are really terrible...."
-go out 'into the field' and do some 'eyewitnessing' and collect data for your composition
-pay attention (as we went over) to the importance of the beginning!!
-the composition is due WEDNESDAY
Thursday, March 2, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we continued work on our "Presenting Information" unit by studying composition...
The "directions on how to do something" was collected at the end of class....
In addition to these directions being collected, other writing--done in class--was collected:
We worked in the purple books and discussed paragraph types on page 27...then you were asked to choose a type (chronological, spatial, order of importance, logical order) and write about something involving 'food.'.....
We read the excerpt on page 42 and we answered questions 1, 2, and 3 on the following page...we discussed the "eyewitness report" and starting to go over how you will be writing one on Monday
DONT FORGET to study for vocab test on Monday!
Today we continued work on our "Presenting Information" unit by studying composition...
The "directions on how to do something" was collected at the end of class....
In addition to these directions being collected, other writing--done in class--was collected:
We worked in the purple books and discussed paragraph types on page 27...then you were asked to choose a type (chronological, spatial, order of importance, logical order) and write about something involving 'food.'.....
We read the excerpt on page 42 and we answered questions 1, 2, and 3 on the following page...we discussed the "eyewitness report" and starting to go over how you will be writing one on Monday
DONT FORGET to study for vocab test on Monday!
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we finished our vocabulary word definitions...the quiz will not be on Friday....on Friday we will do some review...
We began our new book THE LONGEST WINTER by taking some notes on military terms and terms related to World War 2....we did not begin the reading...we will do that next time
COLLEGE PREP
Today we reviewed our vocab words for the quiz on FRiday by putting all the words into sentences....we shared our definitions aloud...
The vocab test will be on FRIDAY
We began our new book HEROES today by reading the first few pages aloud....we will continue on Friday....
Today we finished our vocabulary word definitions...the quiz will not be on Friday....on Friday we will do some review...
We began our new book THE LONGEST WINTER by taking some notes on military terms and terms related to World War 2....we did not begin the reading...we will do that next time
COLLEGE PREP
Today we reviewed our vocab words for the quiz on FRiday by putting all the words into sentences....we shared our definitions aloud...
The vocab test will be on FRIDAY
We began our new book HEROES today by reading the first few pages aloud....we will continue on Friday....
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Today we did a new vocabulary list and the test will be next MONDAY. Please make sure you have all the definitions and parts of speech
2. We continued with some composition by focusing on following/giving clear and detailed directions....we worked on this with the "Back To Back" drawing activity
3. PLease be sure for next class to write for me CLEAR DIRECTIONS on how to do something. BE SURE TO INCLUDE transition words in your explanation and directions.
1. Today we did a new vocabulary list and the test will be next MONDAY. Please make sure you have all the definitions and parts of speech
2. We continued with some composition by focusing on following/giving clear and detailed directions....we worked on this with the "Back To Back" drawing activity
3. PLease be sure for next class to write for me CLEAR DIRECTIONS on how to do something. BE SURE TO INCLUDE transition words in your explanation and directions.
Monday, February 27, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we got new vocab words for a test that will be on Friday....this is part 2 of the "Greek Mythology Word set" we had from before. The words are:
Labyrinthine
laconic
lethargic
marathon
martial
mentor
mercurial
myrmidon
narcissistic
nectar
nemesis
olympian
paean
palladium
panic
philippic
plutocratic
We will begin THE LONGEST WINTER on Wednesday
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we got a new set of vocab words....we got the same set as seen above in the "English 12" category....please study these on your own time, as the quiz on Friday is quickly approaching!
We will begin our new book HEROES on Wednesday
Today we got new vocab words for a test that will be on Friday....this is part 2 of the "Greek Mythology Word set" we had from before. The words are:
Labyrinthine
laconic
lethargic
marathon
martial
mentor
mercurial
myrmidon
narcissistic
nectar
nemesis
olympian
paean
palladium
panic
philippic
plutocratic
We will begin THE LONGEST WINTER on Wednesday
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we got a new set of vocab words....we got the same set as seen above in the "English 12" category....please study these on your own time, as the quiz on Friday is quickly approaching!
We will begin our new book HEROES on Wednesday
Friday, February 10, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we just had a catch up day, since we only had half the class due to the homeroom survey.....
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we worked in our composition books going over exercise 9 and exercise 10 on page 109 and 110....we then went over how to use APPOSITIVES correctly in sentences...they are very good for adding voice to our writing.....we will be going over them more on Tuesday, and we will be writing an in class composition as well !
Today we just had a catch up day, since we only had half the class due to the homeroom survey.....
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we worked in our composition books going over exercise 9 and exercise 10 on page 109 and 110....we then went over how to use APPOSITIVES correctly in sentences...they are very good for adding voice to our writing.....we will be going over them more on Tuesday, and we will be writing an in class composition as well !
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLSH
TOday we focused on beginning our new composition unit...we talked specifically about transitional words and how to use them correctly in our writing...we worked in the purple books, doing the exercise on page 22....REMEMBER to take good notes (or get them from someone if you missed class) because they will be collected after we finish our discussion on Thursday!
TOday we focused on beginning our new composition unit...we talked specifically about transitional words and how to use them correctly in our writing...we worked in the purple books, doing the exercise on page 22....REMEMBER to take good notes (or get them from someone if you missed class) because they will be collected after we finish our discussion on Thursday!
Monday, February 6, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we took our vocabulary quiz after going over the words as practice....
We did a quick review of the adjectives we have been learning about by doing a short writing prompt and integrating adjectives INTO our writing....
We did a quick lesson on APPOSITIVES and how they can really enhance our writing when we add this bracketed off information within our sentences...
CP12
Today we took the vocab test in class
We continued our study of grammar and composition by looking on page 108 and reading about how to use adverbs effectively....
We did exercise 10 on page 109 and we began going over it...we ran out of time and we will continue with it on Wednesday....
Today in class we took our vocabulary quiz after going over the words as practice....
We did a quick review of the adjectives we have been learning about by doing a short writing prompt and integrating adjectives INTO our writing....
We did a quick lesson on APPOSITIVES and how they can really enhance our writing when we add this bracketed off information within our sentences...
CP12
Today we took the vocab test in class
We continued our study of grammar and composition by looking on page 108 and reading about how to use adverbs effectively....
We did exercise 10 on page 109 and we began going over it...we ran out of time and we will continue with it on Wednesday....
Friday, February 3, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we took our final test on HAMLET...it was open note
People shared their "corruption" projects....
We viewed, for fun, some scenes of THE REDUCED SHAKESPEARE COMPANY perform some improv skits of Shakespeare's plays
We will begin our next writing unit on Tuesday....
Today we took our final test on HAMLET...it was open note
People shared their "corruption" projects....
We viewed, for fun, some scenes of THE REDUCED SHAKESPEARE COMPANY perform some improv skits of Shakespeare's plays
We will begin our next writing unit on Tuesday....
Thursday, February 2, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we reviewed adjectives by taking notes and doing exercises on pages 107 and 108 in the purple books...
We reviewed the vocab words----for the TEST THAT WILL BE ON MONDAY!!---by putting as many words as we could in sentences AND ALSO WORKING AN ADJECTIVE into each one of these sentences! This was collected and will count for a participation grade....
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we worked in the purple grammar books and reviewed linking verbs and adjectives...we went over exercises on page 106-108...
There will be a vocab test on MONDAY....as a review of these words, we tried to put as many of our vocab words in sentences as we could....AND we tried to work ONE adjective into each sentence...
All of this was collected at the end of class and will count as a participation grade...
Today we reviewed adjectives by taking notes and doing exercises on pages 107 and 108 in the purple books...
We reviewed the vocab words----for the TEST THAT WILL BE ON MONDAY!!---by putting as many words as we could in sentences AND ALSO WORKING AN ADJECTIVE into each one of these sentences! This was collected and will count for a participation grade....
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we worked in the purple grammar books and reviewed linking verbs and adjectives...we went over exercises on page 106-108...
There will be a vocab test on MONDAY....as a review of these words, we tried to put as many of our vocab words in sentences as we could....AND we tried to work ONE adjective into each sentence...
All of this was collected at the end of class and will count as a participation grade...
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we finished watching/taking notes on HAMLET....please bring your books last time so I can collect them....please be prepared to present your 'corruption' presentation quickly on Friday so you can have that grade in the gradebook....a reminder that on Friday you will have a test on Acts 4 and 5 of HAMLET--this is basically the last two classes of film that we watched and discussed....you MAY use your notes on this test!
Today we finished watching/taking notes on HAMLET....please bring your books last time so I can collect them....please be prepared to present your 'corruption' presentation quickly on Friday so you can have that grade in the gradebook....a reminder that on Friday you will have a test on Acts 4 and 5 of HAMLET--this is basically the last two classes of film that we watched and discussed....you MAY use your notes on this test!
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Bring your vocab words next time, as we will review for the test!
Today we did some grammar/composition work and learned about using action and linking verbs correctly....we did exercises and notes on pages 103-106 of the purple grammar books...these notes and exercises were collected and graded for a participation grade....
COLLEGE PREP 12
Reminder to bring your vocab words with you next time to review!
We read "Reflections" from ONE MAN'S WILDERNESS by Richard Proennke....we read the essay and you were asked to answer questions 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 on the question sheet....this was collected for a participation grade
We began doing some work in the purple grammar books, starting on page 106 with ex 6...we will go over this next time!
Bring your vocab words next time, as we will review for the test!
Today we did some grammar/composition work and learned about using action and linking verbs correctly....we did exercises and notes on pages 103-106 of the purple grammar books...these notes and exercises were collected and graded for a participation grade....
COLLEGE PREP 12
Reminder to bring your vocab words with you next time to review!
We read "Reflections" from ONE MAN'S WILDERNESS by Richard Proennke....we read the essay and you were asked to answer questions 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 on the question sheet....this was collected for a participation grade
We began doing some work in the purple grammar books, starting on page 106 with ex 6...we will go over this next time!
Monday, January 30, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class we met for the first time in a long time....I went over the "corruption" presentations that I would like to see presented on Wednesday.....
We will "read" the film of HAMLET from here on out, and there WILL BE a final test on Acts 4 and 5 of what we cover in the film, so please be sure to take good notes and pay attention!
Today in class we met for the first time in a long time....I went over the "corruption" presentations that I would like to see presented on Wednesday.....
We will "read" the film of HAMLET from here on out, and there WILL BE a final test on Acts 4 and 5 of what we cover in the film, so please be sure to take good notes and pay attention!
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
SUB PLANS FOR ORANGE DAY JANUARY 26
SUB PLANS
JARED GOLDSMITH
JANUARY 26 2017
Thanks for subbing
for me today. My schedule goes as follows. It is an ORANGE day
BLOCK 1: Free
period. Relax. Drink coffee or tea.
BLOCK 2: College
English. Please have this class work on the HAMLET project. I have
included photocopies of this to pass out to the class. This class is
¾ through the play....we haven't had a “teaching” class, it
seems, since before Christmas...haha! Please tell them that we will
finish the play when I get back, but, for now, to work on this
project which will NOT be a paper, but rather an in class
PRESENTATION (they will get up and share what they found in front of
the class). This will not be due next Monday; it will be due next
Wednesday. I will check in with them on Monday if they have any
questions. They may work with a partner if they want. The assignment
says “library research” on it. Obviously, they are in the
classroom and not the library. They should feel free to use
Chromebooks, etc. If some want a pass to the library, please feel
free to let them go as you see fit (and just make sure it is okay
with Ms. Johnson too).
FOCUS TIME: In my
classroom. Many of my homeroom kids will be in there. Please take
attendance as usual.
BLOCK 3: LUNCH DUTY
with Mr. Pete Bolduc. You are in the cafe for the first lunch...then
you get a little break....then you head down to the cafe again for
the second lunch. After the second lunch, you are free until the bell
rings for block 4
BLOCK 4: College
English. Please see Block 2 assignment
I hope you have a
good day today. Thank you again for subbing. Please tell the students
that I am copying/pasting these sub plans on my class web site if
they have any questions. Www. Goldsmithenglish.blogspot.com
Thanks again
Jared
Thursday, January 12, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we discussed the midyear exam....as a reminder, remember to study the vocabulary portion of the test...
We went over the composition portion and much was written on the board for your consideration...
HOW DOES THE THEME OF APPEARANCE VS REALITY EXIST IN ACTS 1-4 OF HAMLET? USE EXAMPLES, ORGANIZED PARAGRAPHS, AND TOPIC SENTENCES TO WRITE YOUR COMPOSITION
Consider how things...
SEEM A CERTAIN WAY TO USE AND FOOL US...
SEEM A CERTAIN WAY BETWEEN CHARACTERS
SEEM A CERTAIN WAY TO THEMSELVES...
BUT ARE NOT.........
OR
YOUR OWN OPINION THAT GOES AGAINST THE STATUS QUO OF THE STORY IN GENERAL...
We then continued on with the film of Hamlet, taking notes, as we will have a test on Act 4 and 5...
Today we discussed the midyear exam....as a reminder, remember to study the vocabulary portion of the test...
We went over the composition portion and much was written on the board for your consideration...
HOW DOES THE THEME OF APPEARANCE VS REALITY EXIST IN ACTS 1-4 OF HAMLET? USE EXAMPLES, ORGANIZED PARAGRAPHS, AND TOPIC SENTENCES TO WRITE YOUR COMPOSITION
Consider how things...
SEEM A CERTAIN WAY TO USE AND FOOL US...
SEEM A CERTAIN WAY BETWEEN CHARACTERS
SEEM A CERTAIN WAY TO THEMSELVES...
BUT ARE NOT.........
OR
YOUR OWN OPINION THAT GOES AGAINST THE STATUS QUO OF THE STORY IN GENERAL...
We then continued on with the film of Hamlet, taking notes, as we will have a test on Act 4 and 5...
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we got new Greek-mythology vocab words...these words will show up on your MIDTERM EXAM so if you did not get them,, come see me,, make copies, etc...
We continued to watch the film of HAMLET, and we began our focus on the conflict of Appearance vs. Reality in the play...your midterm will comprise of vocab along with a composition analyzing how the conflict of App. vs Reality exists in the play....we will really focus on that on Thursday...
There was no reading of HAMLET for tonight
CONTINUE TO COPY any notes you have missed, for we WILL have a final test on Act 4 and 5 of HAMLET (this will be after midyears)
Today we got new Greek-mythology vocab words...these words will show up on your MIDTERM EXAM so if you did not get them,, come see me,, make copies, etc...
We continued to watch the film of HAMLET, and we began our focus on the conflict of Appearance vs. Reality in the play...your midterm will comprise of vocab along with a composition analyzing how the conflict of App. vs Reality exists in the play....we will really focus on that on Thursday...
There was no reading of HAMLET for tonight
CONTINUE TO COPY any notes you have missed, for we WILL have a final test on Act 4 and 5 of HAMLET (this will be after midyears)
Monday, January 9, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we worked on writing our compare/contrast compositions on "The Goonies"...if you missed this, come see me...
COLLEGE PREP 12
1. Collect compositions (based on "A & P" )
2. Vocabulary
-quiz is going to be on Wednesday, so study!
-today we put the words into sentences and went around and shared them...we did this to a) have exposure to the words and b) to earn an easy participation grade at the end of the quarter!
Today we worked on writing our compare/contrast compositions on "The Goonies"...if you missed this, come see me...
COLLEGE PREP 12
1. Collect compositions (based on "A & P" )
2. Vocabulary
-quiz is going to be on Wednesday, so study!
-today we put the words into sentences and went around and shared them...we did this to a) have exposure to the words and b) to earn an easy participation grade at the end of the quarter!
Friday, January 6, 2017
ORANGE DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we FINALLY had class and got caught up on all-things-HAMLET related....we 'read' the film for most of Act 3, taking notes and discussing as we went. We read a few pages in the book starting at page 153 line 290...
A sheet of paper was passed out, and on this sheet of paper were dozens of "emoji" faces...your assignment for Tuesday is to consider all the moods on this sheet, and pick the one YOU think best represents Hamlet through the play thus far. You do not need to use only act 3...you can use the whole play! I will be looking carefully at the EVIDENCE you provide to back up this "mood." Look through all our notes and find specific examples from the play and use them in your composition. Please have this for me on Tuesday....
Today we FINALLY had class and got caught up on all-things-HAMLET related....we 'read' the film for most of Act 3, taking notes and discussing as we went. We read a few pages in the book starting at page 153 line 290...
A sheet of paper was passed out, and on this sheet of paper were dozens of "emoji" faces...your assignment for Tuesday is to consider all the moods on this sheet, and pick the one YOU think best represents Hamlet through the play thus far. You do not need to use only act 3...you can use the whole play! I will be looking carefully at the EVIDENCE you provide to back up this "mood." Look through all our notes and find specific examples from the play and use them in your composition. Please have this for me on Tuesday....
Thursday, January 5, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we finished TheGoonies and began talking about the film as an "epic hero story." We will continue on Monday with writing our composition
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today in class we read the story A&P by John Updike. After reading this short story, we discussed some ideas about what the story says about authority....we also discussed the story's conflict, irony, and the author's usage of foil...
What advice would you give to a teacher/s at WHS concerning their authority? Please respond to this question in a composition for next class...
Today we finished TheGoonies and began talking about the film as an "epic hero story." We will continue on Monday with writing our composition
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today in class we read the story A&P by John Updike. After reading this short story, we discussed some ideas about what the story says about authority....we also discussed the story's conflict, irony, and the author's usage of foil...
What advice would you give to a teacher/s at WHS concerning their authority? Please respond to this question in a composition for next class...
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we began viewing the GOONIES as an example of an epic hero film....as we read, keep thinking about ways that "Mikey" exhibits the traits of an epic hero...
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we got a new vocab list with Latin Roots. If you missed the roots, come see me. The words are
antebellum
bellicose
inimical
paramour
approbation
probity
reprobate
gravid
levity
alleviate
cicerone
hector
hedonism
nestor
spartan
stoic
sybaritic
draconian
We also began our discussion of the story A & P and filled out our side of the "values inventory" sheet...please bring this to class on Thursday as we will fill it out for Sammy as well....
Today we began viewing the GOONIES as an example of an epic hero film....as we read, keep thinking about ways that "Mikey" exhibits the traits of an epic hero...
COLLEGE PREP 12
Today we got a new vocab list with Latin Roots. If you missed the roots, come see me. The words are
antebellum
bellicose
inimical
paramour
approbation
probity
reprobate
gravid
levity
alleviate
cicerone
hector
hedonism
nestor
spartan
stoic
sybaritic
draconian
We also began our discussion of the story A & P and filled out our side of the "values inventory" sheet...please bring this to class on Thursday as we will fill it out for Sammy as well....
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