ENGLISH 12
Please see orange day plan...you folks had the same thing....LOOK UP WORDS, as a lot of you in class didn't finish! The words are listed on yesterday's blog entry
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see orange day plan...you folks are following that....your Personal Narratives were due today!! Please look up the vocab words for next time!!!!!! They are listed on the blog entry from yesterday!
MR. GOLDSMITH'S ENGLISH CLASS (jgoldsmith@winslowk12.org)
Wednesday, December 19, 2018
Tuesday, December 18, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we did a couple of reading/correcting-errors tests and they were counted as participation....
We also got a new vocab list of words to look up....you can find these words at the bottom of the page....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today your Personal Narratives were due IN CLASS. If you are using a tech day get it to me next class please....
We did a reading/correcting punctuation PRACTICE test ....but I told you that in the future, some may count as real tests!
You got a new vocab list of words to look up....the list of words are at the bottom of the page....
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conventry
blazonry
confutation
disdain
expostulate
hinterland
variegated
vacillate
potable
dessication
proselytize
umbrage
idiom
mendicant
encomium
erubescence
chaste
benumb
Today we did a couple of reading/correcting-errors tests and they were counted as participation....
We also got a new vocab list of words to look up....you can find these words at the bottom of the page....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today your Personal Narratives were due IN CLASS. If you are using a tech day get it to me next class please....
We did a reading/correcting punctuation PRACTICE test ....but I told you that in the future, some may count as real tests!
You got a new vocab list of words to look up....the list of words are at the bottom of the page....
*********
conventry
blazonry
confutation
disdain
expostulate
hinterland
variegated
vacillate
potable
dessication
proselytize
umbrage
idiom
mendicant
encomium
erubescence
chaste
benumb
Monday, December 17, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please refer to orange day plan....a lot of you are missing work and need to get it into me ASAP!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please refer to orange day plan...the only difference is that your final draft of your personal narrative is due on WEDNESDAY. Please be sure to follow the directions for what you are supposed to do with it....
Please refer to orange day plan....a lot of you are missing work and need to get it into me ASAP!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please refer to orange day plan...the only difference is that your final draft of your personal narrative is due on WEDNESDAY. Please be sure to follow the directions for what you are supposed to do with it....
Friday, December 14, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we finished up with our paragraph unit....you were asked to complete your MAJOR/MINOR outline for organization, and then asked to put that outline into writing to craft AT LEAST 1/2 page of writing...you could choose your own topic as long as the writing was narrative, expository, persuasive, and descriptive!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class we went over the sentence variety exercises that you were asked to do for today!!! I want to make sure you know how to begin your sentences with either participle phrases, adjectives, prepositions, or appositives....then we worked on revising our drafts and making sure we had a good lead and voice and sentence variety!! A participation grade was given for all this work.
Your final copy of your personal narrative is due TUESDAY. Please follow the procedure:
1. PRINT IT BEFORE CLASS. ON PAPER. SERIOUSLY.
2. Be sure your paper has voice
3. Be sure your paper starts with a Q.A.Q.S. lead
4. Be sure that AT LEAST three of your sentences are purposely changed to reflect the sentence variety strategies we have been working on. Please be sure to UNDERLINE the alternate sentence beginnings that you have in your paper.
Have a great weekend!!!!!
Today we finished up with our paragraph unit....you were asked to complete your MAJOR/MINOR outline for organization, and then asked to put that outline into writing to craft AT LEAST 1/2 page of writing...you could choose your own topic as long as the writing was narrative, expository, persuasive, and descriptive!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class we went over the sentence variety exercises that you were asked to do for today!!! I want to make sure you know how to begin your sentences with either participle phrases, adjectives, prepositions, or appositives....then we worked on revising our drafts and making sure we had a good lead and voice and sentence variety!! A participation grade was given for all this work.
Your final copy of your personal narrative is due TUESDAY. Please follow the procedure:
1. PRINT IT BEFORE CLASS. ON PAPER. SERIOUSLY.
2. Be sure your paper has voice
3. Be sure your paper starts with a Q.A.Q.S. lead
4. Be sure that AT LEAST three of your sentences are purposely changed to reflect the sentence variety strategies we have been working on. Please be sure to UNDERLINE the alternate sentence beginnings that you have in your paper.
Have a great weekend!!!!!
Thursday, December 13, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Same as orange day plan....but GET YOUR MISSING WORK INTO ME!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as orange day plan..but your FINAL DRAFT of you personal narrative is due next WEDNESDAY!!! Be sure to bring a DRAFT to class on Monday please!!!
Same as orange day plan....but GET YOUR MISSING WORK INTO ME!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as orange day plan..but your FINAL DRAFT of you personal narrative is due next WEDNESDAY!!! Be sure to bring a DRAFT to class on Monday please!!!
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we continued with paragraph writing....there was a double sided worksheet that must be done for a participation grade, so come see me if you didnt get it....Next, there was a "major/minor" outline sheet given, in order for you to see how the paragraphs should be written...see me for that one too!! I collected these and I will give them back on Friday so we can work on outlining--and then writing--our paragraphs...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
First of all, know that your personal narrative FINAL COPY will be due next TUESDAY...we worked a great deal on sentence variety (the FINAL component of the rubric)...we took lots of notes on how we can vary our sentence beginnings, so please GET THE NOTES if you were absent....there was a worksheet we did in class on this, and then there was a worksheet you are asked to DO for next class...I will come around and check it off for a part. grade! BRING YOUR DRAFT ON FRIDAY so we can work with them, edit them, etc!!!!
Today we continued with paragraph writing....there was a double sided worksheet that must be done for a participation grade, so come see me if you didnt get it....Next, there was a "major/minor" outline sheet given, in order for you to see how the paragraphs should be written...see me for that one too!! I collected these and I will give them back on Friday so we can work on outlining--and then writing--our paragraphs...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
First of all, know that your personal narrative FINAL COPY will be due next TUESDAY...we worked a great deal on sentence variety (the FINAL component of the rubric)...we took lots of notes on how we can vary our sentence beginnings, so please GET THE NOTES if you were absent....there was a worksheet we did in class on this, and then there was a worksheet you are asked to DO for next class...I will come around and check it off for a part. grade! BRING YOUR DRAFT ON FRIDAY so we can work with them, edit them, etc!!!!
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please see orange day plan from yesterday...you follow the same plan
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see orange day plan from yesterday...you follow the same plan....please remember to BRING YOUR DRAFTS TO CLASS on Thursday!!!! REMEMBER: what you hand in as your final copy must:
a. contain voice
b. have a QAQS intro
c. have sentence variety (which we will talk about next time!)
Please see orange day plan from yesterday...you follow the same plan
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see orange day plan from yesterday...you follow the same plan....please remember to BRING YOUR DRAFTS TO CLASS on Thursday!!!! REMEMBER: what you hand in as your final copy must:
a. contain voice
b. have a QAQS intro
c. have sentence variety (which we will talk about next time!)
Monday, December 10, 2018
ORANGE DAYS
ENGLISH 12
If you have not gotten me the Google vocab assignment from last time, please GET IT TO ME!!!
Today we worked with our "Paragraph Cohesion" unit and did worksheet #3 and #4, which focused on main ideas, supporting details, etc....
I gave a prompt for you to write to.....
You were asked to pick two out of the four types of paragraphs we have been talking about (narrative, expository, persuasive, descriptive) and write two original paragraphs that have topic sentences and at least three supporting details
These paragraphs were handed in for today's grade!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we continued with editing and polishing our personal narrative by doing a quick writing prompt where you had to use a QAQS lead...
Due today was a draft of your personal narrative, and we worked with them by sharing with another person and giving feedback on voice, lead, etc. BRING YOUR DRAFTS AGAIN NEXT TIME!!!!!!!!
Finally, we read and gave feedback on a few "classic" personal narratives I had photocopies of....
If you have not gotten me the Google vocab assignment from last time, please GET IT TO ME!!!
Today we worked with our "Paragraph Cohesion" unit and did worksheet #3 and #4, which focused on main ideas, supporting details, etc....
I gave a prompt for you to write to.....
You were asked to pick two out of the four types of paragraphs we have been talking about (narrative, expository, persuasive, descriptive) and write two original paragraphs that have topic sentences and at least three supporting details
These paragraphs were handed in for today's grade!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we continued with editing and polishing our personal narrative by doing a quick writing prompt where you had to use a QAQS lead...
Due today was a draft of your personal narrative, and we worked with them by sharing with another person and giving feedback on voice, lead, etc. BRING YOUR DRAFTS AGAIN NEXT TIME!!!!!!!!
Finally, we read and gave feedback on a few "classic" personal narratives I had photocopies of....
Friday, December 7, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please see orange day plan from yesterday--you did the same thing! I passed back your paragraph notes and worksheet...please BRING THEM on Tuesday!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see orange day plan, as you folks are doing the same thing! There were SEVERAL students not here today in class...please see me ASAP so you can get the "Intros and Leads" worksheet I passed out!! Also, bring a draft of your personal narrative PRINTED OUT on Tuesday!
Please see orange day plan from yesterday--you did the same thing! I passed back your paragraph notes and worksheet...please BRING THEM on Tuesday!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see orange day plan, as you folks are doing the same thing! There were SEVERAL students not here today in class...please see me ASAP so you can get the "Intros and Leads" worksheet I passed out!! Also, bring a draft of your personal narrative PRINTED OUT on Tuesday!
Thursday, December 6, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we worked on a GoogleImage vocab review activity....for each of your words, Google the word and click on the image tag...then, out of all the images you get, select one that you think really expresses the definition of the word...paste that image into a GoogleDoc, and then write a good sentence about why you chose this word! If this does not make sense, come see me!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Personal Narrative
-go through and read some of the "annoying" prompts aloud, in order to see how different people express "voice."
Effective leads
-we took some notes on how to write an effective lead for your composition...I introduced the Q.A.Q.S. method...
-I passed out a photocopy of an example of a writing prompt done with EACH of the four lead "strategies."
For next class, I would like you to come with a DRAFT of whatever you will end up handing in for your personal narrative assignment....see me if you need clarification on what that means...it does NOT have to be what you use for your college essay....but please make sure it is TYPED and PRINTED OUT so we can work with them....it will be a gradeeeeeeeeee!
Today in class we worked on a GoogleImage vocab review activity....for each of your words, Google the word and click on the image tag...then, out of all the images you get, select one that you think really expresses the definition of the word...paste that image into a GoogleDoc, and then write a good sentence about why you chose this word! If this does not make sense, come see me!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Personal Narrative
-go through and read some of the "annoying" prompts aloud, in order to see how different people express "voice."
Effective leads
-we took some notes on how to write an effective lead for your composition...I introduced the Q.A.Q.S. method...
-I passed out a photocopy of an example of a writing prompt done with EACH of the four lead "strategies."
For next class, I would like you to come with a DRAFT of whatever you will end up handing in for your personal narrative assignment....see me if you need clarification on what that means...it does NOT have to be what you use for your college essay....but please make sure it is TYPED and PRINTED OUT so we can work with them....it will be a gradeeeeeeeeee!
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please follow the orange day's plan.....and keep reviewing your vocab words for a test next TUES
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please follow orange day's plan....we followed the same lesson...
Please follow the orange day's plan.....and keep reviewing your vocab words for a test next TUES
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please follow orange day's plan....we followed the same lesson...
Tuesday, December 4, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. Vocab
-finish list from last time, going over INTUITIVE and ending at GALVANIZE...
2. Paragraph Cohesion
-we took notes on types of paragraphs and methods of organization for paragraphs...
-there were a couple of worksheets where you were to find topic sentences, define paragraphs, etc...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Vocabulary quiz
2. Personal Narrative
-whip around room sharing from "scavenger hunt" once more
-one page 'voice writing' exercise due today for participation grade...switch with a partner and examine for evidence of VOICE
-notes and discussion on using 'precise words' and importance of avoiding cliches and using strong voice...
-"one thing that really annoys me is...." write 3.5 minutes for next time's activity
1. Vocab
-finish list from last time, going over INTUITIVE and ending at GALVANIZE...
2. Paragraph Cohesion
-we took notes on types of paragraphs and methods of organization for paragraphs...
-there were a couple of worksheets where you were to find topic sentences, define paragraphs, etc...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Vocabulary quiz
2. Personal Narrative
-whip around room sharing from "scavenger hunt" once more
-one page 'voice writing' exercise due today for participation grade...switch with a partner and examine for evidence of VOICE
-notes and discussion on using 'precise words' and importance of avoiding cliches and using strong voice...
-"one thing that really annoys me is...." write 3.5 minutes for next time's activity
Monday, December 3, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we got a new list of vocab--you were to look up definitions in class, and then we went over them...if you did not get the words, please look at last orange day's blog entry--I have listed the words!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see Orange Day plan from last entry....you folks have the same assignments. Reminder that you have TWO things due next time 1) full page (using voice) based on the "scavenger hunt" we did today and 2) vocab test
Have a great day
Today we got a new list of vocab--you were to look up definitions in class, and then we went over them...if you did not get the words, please look at last orange day's blog entry--I have listed the words!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see Orange Day plan from last entry....you folks have the same assignments. Reminder that you have TWO things due next time 1) full page (using voice) based on the "scavenger hunt" we did today and 2) vocab test
Have a great day
Friday, November 30, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we worked on a new set of vocabulary words designed to help you write about/talk about yourself in the event of writing a college essay, going on a job interview, etc. We worked on looking up the definitions on our own, and then we went over them as a class...we will finish the rest of going over them on Tuesday....the words were as follows:
elitist
extrovert
introvert
glib
meticulous
vivacious
jovial
intuitive
inquisitive
cognizant
zeal
talisman
solidarity
altruistic
galvanize
potent
resilient
reticent
unpretentious
veracious
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Personal Narrative/College Essay unit
-do "kite or clothesline" verbal activity....
-do "internal scavenger hunt" activity on own
-begin sharing (whip) around room to share some responses
-for next time, please write a ONE PAGE piece based on ANY of the categories/items IN a category...be sure it is rich in VOICE!!!! It will be graded as participation
-we revisited the rubric for the personal narrative, reiterating what VOICE is
2. Vocab quiz is on TUESDAY
Today we worked on a new set of vocabulary words designed to help you write about/talk about yourself in the event of writing a college essay, going on a job interview, etc. We worked on looking up the definitions on our own, and then we went over them as a class...we will finish the rest of going over them on Tuesday....the words were as follows:
elitist
extrovert
introvert
glib
meticulous
vivacious
jovial
intuitive
inquisitive
cognizant
zeal
talisman
solidarity
altruistic
galvanize
potent
resilient
reticent
unpretentious
veracious
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Personal Narrative/College Essay unit
-do "kite or clothesline" verbal activity....
-do "internal scavenger hunt" activity on own
-begin sharing (whip) around room to share some responses
-for next time, please write a ONE PAGE piece based on ANY of the categories/items IN a category...be sure it is rich in VOICE!!!! It will be graded as participation
-we revisited the rubric for the personal narrative, reiterating what VOICE is
2. Vocab quiz is on TUESDAY
Tuesday, November 20, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we finished "Quitter's Inc" and went over parts of the study guide....on the TUESDAY you get back from break, we will have our short story test....all notes/stories can be used as guides!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please be sure to pick one of the 20 "prompts" on the sheet and write at least 1/2 of a page--pretend that you are beginning to write the whole essay....how would you start???
HAVE A GREAT THANKSGIVING!!!!!
Today we finished "Quitter's Inc" and went over parts of the study guide....on the TUESDAY you get back from break, we will have our short story test....all notes/stories can be used as guides!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please be sure to pick one of the 20 "prompts" on the sheet and write at least 1/2 of a page--pretend that you are beginning to write the whole essay....how would you start???
HAVE A GREAT THANKSGIVING!!!!!
Thursday, November 15, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we worked on finishing "Quitter's Inc" and completing the study guides, which were passed in to be graded! We will have our SHORT STORY TEST on MONDAY (but first we will take about 15 minutes to go over our most recent story!). Bring all your notes and study guides so you can use them on the test!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we went over the personalized sentences you were asked to write using your new "personal narrative" words....these were collected for a grade in participation!!! Next, we began talking about the nuts and bolts of a college essay....I gave out a doublesided sheet with some information on it...on one side of the sheet were about 20 prospective "prompts"......for next class, I would like you to pick your favorite prompt on that list, pretend you are going to write the essay....but only write the FIRST GOOD PARAGRAPH of it....these will be collected and graded for EFFORT, CREATIVITY, and PARTICIPATION!!!
Today we worked on finishing "Quitter's Inc" and completing the study guides, which were passed in to be graded! We will have our SHORT STORY TEST on MONDAY (but first we will take about 15 minutes to go over our most recent story!). Bring all your notes and study guides so you can use them on the test!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we went over the personalized sentences you were asked to write using your new "personal narrative" words....these were collected for a grade in participation!!! Next, we began talking about the nuts and bolts of a college essay....I gave out a doublesided sheet with some information on it...on one side of the sheet were about 20 prospective "prompts"......for next class, I would like you to pick your favorite prompt on that list, pretend you are going to write the essay....but only write the FIRST GOOD PARAGRAPH of it....these will be collected and graded for EFFORT, CREATIVITY, and PARTICIPATION!!!
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Same plan as orange day....thanks!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You followed the same plan as the orange day schedule....BUT there were many of you who missed class today due to the blood drive, etc....BE SURE TO LOOK UP DEFINITIONS OF THE WORDS...you will find all the words listed on yesterday's "orange day" entry
Same plan as orange day....thanks!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You followed the same plan as the orange day schedule....BUT there were many of you who missed class today due to the blood drive, etc....BE SURE TO LOOK UP DEFINITIONS OF THE WORDS...you will find all the words listed on yesterday's "orange day" entry
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we began the final story of our short story unit: "Quitters Inc" by Stephen King...we went over some important vocabulary for the story....a study guide was given as well....we began the story together and then we read it silently....we will finish the story next time....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we began the personal narrative/college essay unit by going over a vocab list of words that would be good to use for your writing!! We went over the definitions and examples....your assignment for next time is to write a sentence for each word--make YOURSELF the subject of all these sentences and describe yourself as you RELATE to each word!!! The words are as follows:
elitist
extrovert
introvert
glib
kindred
meticulous
vivacious
jovial
intuitive
inquisitive
cognizant
zeal
talisman
solidarity
altruistic
galvanize
potent
resilient
reticent
unpretentious
veracious
Today we began the final story of our short story unit: "Quitters Inc" by Stephen King...we went over some important vocabulary for the story....a study guide was given as well....we began the story together and then we read it silently....we will finish the story next time....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we began the personal narrative/college essay unit by going over a vocab list of words that would be good to use for your writing!! We went over the definitions and examples....your assignment for next time is to write a sentence for each word--make YOURSELF the subject of all these sentences and describe yourself as you RELATE to each word!!! The words are as follows:
elitist
extrovert
introvert
glib
kindred
meticulous
vivacious
jovial
intuitive
inquisitive
cognizant
zeal
talisman
solidarity
altruistic
galvanize
potent
resilient
reticent
unpretentious
veracious
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we finished working on the "PracticeTestPacket" that had the "spacecraft chart" on it....we went through the packet and went over the answers...it was collected as a participation grade
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as black day plan, although, after today, YOU will be ahead due to the FuturesDay schedule, etc...
EVERYONE: Have a great trip tomorrow!!! Remember that when you come back on Tuesday, it is an ORANGE day!
Today we finished working on the "PracticeTestPacket" that had the "spacecraft chart" on it....we went through the packet and went over the answers...it was collected as a participation grade
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as black day plan, although, after today, YOU will be ahead due to the FuturesDay schedule, etc...
EVERYONE: Have a great trip tomorrow!!! Remember that when you come back on Tuesday, it is an ORANGE day!
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please see Orange Day plan from yesterday....we did some in class practice "diagnostic" tests....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we "technically" began our personal narrative/college essay unit by taking some notes and doing a worksheet on the differences between connotation and denotation....next time we will discuss how this help us write better essays about ourselves
Please see Orange Day plan from yesterday....we did some in class practice "diagnostic" tests....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we "technically" began our personal narrative/college essay unit by taking some notes and doing a worksheet on the differences between connotation and denotation....next time we will discuss how this help us write better essays about ourselves
Monday, November 5, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we worked on some practice "diagnostic" reading tests....this counted as the first participation grade of the second quarter!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Just as the black day classes did, you gave your book talks today! Come next time ready to start our personal narrative units!
Today in class we worked on some practice "diagnostic" reading tests....this counted as the first participation grade of the second quarter!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Just as the black day classes did, you gave your book talks today! Come next time ready to start our personal narrative units!
Friday, November 2, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please follow orange plan....you folks did the same thing
If you owe me any work, get it in ASAP!!! The quarter closes today!!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we presented our book talks. They were very well done! Thanks folks!!! I look forward to the ones next term!
Please follow orange plan....you folks did the same thing
If you owe me any work, get it in ASAP!!! The quarter closes today!!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we presented our book talks. They were very well done! Thanks folks!!! I look forward to the ones next term!
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please see orange day plan--you folks are doing the same thing!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we finished the film....we will begin class on Friday by doing the Book Talks....we will go alphabetically through the roster...be ready, and see me if you have any questions!!!
Please see orange day plan--you folks are doing the same thing!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we finished the film....we will begin class on Friday by doing the Book Talks....we will go alphabetically through the roster...be ready, and see me if you have any questions!!!
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we read and discussed the essay "Once More to the Lake" by E.B. White....there were questions that went along with this, and they were to be done in class along with reading the story....we discussed places in our lives that have "changed" since our childhoods, etc
Remember to keep rounding up your notes, since we will have our open-note short story test soon!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Follow BlackDay plan....
Today in class we read and discussed the essay "Once More to the Lake" by E.B. White....there were questions that went along with this, and they were to be done in class along with reading the story....we discussed places in our lives that have "changed" since our childhoods, etc
Remember to keep rounding up your notes, since we will have our open-note short story test soon!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Follow BlackDay plan....
Monday, October 29, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Same as Orange Day English 12 plan, as they are one class ahead of you
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we began "The Goonies" film and I passed back compositions at the end of class....remember that if you are using a "tech day" you must get your paper to me ASAP....otherwise, it can only earn a 65 at the highest!!!
Same as Orange Day English 12 plan, as they are one class ahead of you
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we began "The Goonies" film and I passed back compositions at the end of class....remember that if you are using a "tech day" you must get your paper to me ASAP....otherwise, it can only earn a 65 at the highest!!!
Friday, October 26, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we read and discussed "The Monkey's Paw" and went over terms like "Talisman" and "irony"....we wrote about what the saying "be careful what you wish for" means....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same plan as black day....papers were due....if you didnt get it in, use a tech day and get it to me next time....
Be prepared for your book talks!!
Today in class we read and discussed "The Monkey's Paw" and went over terms like "Talisman" and "irony"....we wrote about what the saying "be careful what you wish for" means....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same plan as black day....papers were due....if you didnt get it in, use a tech day and get it to me next time....
Be prepared for your book talks!!
Thursday, October 25, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we took our vocabulary quizzes.....we did not get to our next story--we will do this next time!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class your compositions were due....I hope they dont STINK (get it??? :/ )....I distributed the writing rubric and the "rules for writing" sheet and we went over WHAT is to be expected when you do a composition for class....
We will begin the epic hero film "Goonies" on Monday....
We began discussing connotation vs denotation as we started talking about words we can use to "sell ourselves" when we write college essays....
REMEMBER that your book talks are DUE TO BE PRESENTED on 10/31--as soon as "Goonies" is over, we will present those!!!
Today in class we took our vocabulary quizzes.....we did not get to our next story--we will do this next time!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today in class your compositions were due....I hope they dont STINK (get it??? :/ )....I distributed the writing rubric and the "rules for writing" sheet and we went over WHAT is to be expected when you do a composition for class....
We will begin the epic hero film "Goonies" on Monday....
We began discussing connotation vs denotation as we started talking about words we can use to "sell ourselves" when we write college essays....
REMEMBER that your book talks are DUE TO BE PRESENTED on 10/31--as soon as "Goonies" is over, we will present those!!!
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we began by reviewing vocabulary words and going around the room and answering questions....then we read an article entitled "The Science of Solitary Confinement" and answered the reading comprehension questions that followed the article....they were discussed and gone over
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today I quickly went over the "Beowulf" composition with you, handing out a graphic organizer to help conceptualize compare/contrast papers....I also gave you a sample from a paper from last year, so you could see how to go about writing this.....
After , the time was given to you so that you could work on your writing; we had a writer's workshop and I floated around, helping, etc!
Your paper is due Thursday. Relax!! Please be sure to print it out!
Today we began by reviewing vocabulary words and going around the room and answering questions....then we read an article entitled "The Science of Solitary Confinement" and answered the reading comprehension questions that followed the article....they were discussed and gone over
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today I quickly went over the "Beowulf" composition with you, handing out a graphic organizer to help conceptualize compare/contrast papers....I also gave you a sample from a paper from last year, so you could see how to go about writing this.....
After , the time was given to you so that you could work on your writing; we had a writer's workshop and I floated around, helping, etc!
Your paper is due Thursday. Relax!! Please be sure to print it out!
Monday, October 22, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please see entry from last English 12 Orange Day....you are following the same plan....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see entry from CollegeEnglish Orange day.....the only difference was that you took your vocab test today....
SEE ME ASAP if you want to be put on the list for AdmitInADay!!
Please see entry from last English 12 Orange Day....you are following the same plan....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see entry from CollegeEnglish Orange day.....the only difference was that you took your vocab test today....
SEE ME ASAP if you want to be put on the list for AdmitInADay!!
Friday, October 19, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. Vocab quiz is coming up on TUESDAY, so look over your words!!!!
2. Today we discussed the ending of "The Bet" and why the lawyer made the choice that he made...good discussion....you were then asked to use the RESPONSE rubric to write a half page reaction....if you did not get this to me, then GET IT TO ME!!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. We took the vocabulary quiz!!
2. We continued to take notes on the elements and characteristics of an EpicHero...be sure to get the notes that you missed....then, there was a worksheet with MORE stereotypes and conventions of EpicHeroes listed....you worked on this in groups to try to complete it....we will go over it quickly on Tuesday....
On Tuesday, come to class prepared to WRITE, since I want to give you a HUGE chunk of time to start writing your composition....the tentative due date is THURSDAY!
1. Vocab quiz is coming up on TUESDAY, so look over your words!!!!
2. Today we discussed the ending of "The Bet" and why the lawyer made the choice that he made...good discussion....you were then asked to use the RESPONSE rubric to write a half page reaction....if you did not get this to me, then GET IT TO ME!!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. We took the vocabulary quiz!!
2. We continued to take notes on the elements and characteristics of an EpicHero...be sure to get the notes that you missed....then, there was a worksheet with MORE stereotypes and conventions of EpicHeroes listed....you worked on this in groups to try to complete it....we will go over it quickly on Tuesday....
On Tuesday, come to class prepared to WRITE, since I want to give you a HUGE chunk of time to start writing your composition....the tentative due date is THURSDAY!
Thursday, October 18, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we had a lively discussion about capital punishment vs life imprisonment, solitary confinement, taking risks with money, etc...then we read the short story "The Bet" by Anton Chekhov....if you were not here to get it, you can easily find it on line!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You folks are following the same plan as the BlackDay class....but your vocab test is on MONDAY!! Don't forget!!!
Be thinking about who you will write about for your paper! This papers is TENTATIVELY due next Friday, and you MOST LIKELY will have next Wednesday (I will be out) to work on it in class!
Today in class we had a lively discussion about capital punishment vs life imprisonment, solitary confinement, taking risks with money, etc...then we read the short story "The Bet" by Anton Chekhov....if you were not here to get it, you can easily find it on line!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You folks are following the same plan as the BlackDay class....but your vocab test is on MONDAY!! Don't forget!!!
Be thinking about who you will write about for your paper! This papers is TENTATIVELY due next Friday, and you MOST LIKELY will have next Wednesday (I will be out) to work on it in class!
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we read the short story "The Bet" and you were asked to write a RESPONSE for it....you should also keep studying your vocab words, since your test will be next TUESDAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
BEOWULF
a. 7 minute MAX in going over the final test (only so it will help you on the paper)
b. notes and discussion on genres....notes on elements/stereotypes of epic hero stories...these are VERY IMPORTANT because you will need these in order to write a GOOD paper
VOCABULARY
a. please prepare for the vocabulary test, which will be Friday!!!!
Today we read the short story "The Bet" and you were asked to write a RESPONSE for it....you should also keep studying your vocab words, since your test will be next TUESDAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
BEOWULF
a. 7 minute MAX in going over the final test (only so it will help you on the paper)
b. notes and discussion on genres....notes on elements/stereotypes of epic hero stories...these are VERY IMPORTANT because you will need these in order to write a GOOD paper
VOCABULARY
a. please prepare for the vocabulary test, which will be Friday!!!!
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please see the black day class plan for yesterday.....you are following the same plan! They are one class ahead of you
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the black day class plan for yesterday...you are following the same plan....the vocabulary words you will find there are yours...the only difference is that your test will be this coming MONDAY
Please see the black day class plan for yesterday.....you are following the same plan! They are one class ahead of you
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see the black day class plan for yesterday...you are following the same plan....the vocabulary words you will find there are yours...the only difference is that your test will be this coming MONDAY
Monday, October 15, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we went around the room and reviewed the vocabulary words you were to look up for today....then, for a participation grade, you were asked to put those words in an original sentence...these were collected for a grade for participation!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today you folks got new vocab words for a test that will be on FRIDAY....the words are as follows:
expound
erratic
tranquility
furor
expansive
diminutive
fractious
begrudge
auspicious
disapprobation
approbation
abominable
arbitrate
evasion
cacophony
cavalier
paroxysm
jaundice
depredate
accolade
impious
antediluvian
You were also ASSIGNED your composition topic for the end of our BEOWULF unit....we will be discussing due dates AND the elements of the assignment this week...but, for now, here is the actual 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!
Friday, October 12, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class you were given new vocab words to look up in class...we did the first few together, and then you were asked to look up the rest on your own....if you missed any, you can find the list of words if you scroll down and look at yesterday's BLACK DAY ENGLISH 12 entry....bring this list Monday and we will go over the definitions!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we did the same plan that yesterday's College English did....if you have a textbook, PLEASE bring it back as soon as you can. Also, please be sure to bring your section three "tests" with you next time so we can go over them!
Today in class you were given new vocab words to look up in class...we did the first few together, and then you were asked to look up the rest on your own....if you missed any, you can find the list of words if you scroll down and look at yesterday's BLACK DAY ENGLISH 12 entry....bring this list Monday and we will go over the definitions!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we did the same plan that yesterday's College English did....if you have a textbook, PLEASE bring it back as soon as you can. Also, please be sure to bring your section three "tests" with you next time so we can go over them!
Thursday, October 11, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class, your assignment was to look up your new set of vocab words (I had to leave early due to a NEASC meeting). We will go over these words on Monday, so have them defined! The words are:
expound
erratic
tranquility
furor
diminutive
begrudge
auspicious
disapprobation
abominable
arbitrate
evasion
cacophony
cavalier
paroxysm
depredate
accolade
COLLEGE ENGLISH
A reminder of your book talk dates coming up: October 31 and Nov. 2!!!
Today in class we read "The Death of Beowulf".....we began it together out loud, and then you were asked to read it on your own....as you read it, you were asked to complete the "in class test" I gave you....I did not collect this....please bring it to class on Monday, as we will go over it and you will be graded on it then!!!
Today in class, your assignment was to look up your new set of vocab words (I had to leave early due to a NEASC meeting). We will go over these words on Monday, so have them defined! The words are:
expound
erratic
tranquility
furor
diminutive
begrudge
auspicious
disapprobation
abominable
arbitrate
evasion
cacophony
cavalier
paroxysm
depredate
accolade
COLLEGE ENGLISH
A reminder of your book talk dates coming up: October 31 and Nov. 2!!!
Today in class we read "The Death of Beowulf".....we began it together out loud, and then you were asked to read it on your own....as you read it, you were asked to complete the "in class test" I gave you....I did not collect this....please bring it to class on Monday, as we will go over it and you will be graded on it then!!!
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12 & COLLEGE ENGLISH:
Your classes today were impacted by the underclassmen PSAT testing and your field trip to KVCC....thus, we will continue classwork on Friday. That being said--the BLACK DAY classes will now be ahead of you, so look for that on the blog.
Please keep in mind the BookTalk dates, which are 10/30 and 11/1!!! See me with any questions
Also, if you have a BEOWULF text book, please bring it back. Thanks!
Your classes today were impacted by the underclassmen PSAT testing and your field trip to KVCC....thus, we will continue classwork on Friday. That being said--the BLACK DAY classes will now be ahead of you, so look for that on the blog.
Please keep in mind the BookTalk dates, which are 10/30 and 11/1!!! See me with any questions
Also, if you have a BEOWULF text book, please bring it back. Thanks!
Tuesday, October 9, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we quickly went over elements from "A&P" and talked about perspective in the story...we also filled out a "personality inventory" on the story, and we discussed how we, as a class, related to the items checked off in the personality inventory....good job participating!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
After silent reading, we went over any questions you may have had about the test....then we took the test! When the test was done, I passed out the BOOK TALK RUBRICS and went over what is expected of you when you do your booktalk! Please see me if you didn't get one. Your booktalks are scheduled to take place on OCTOBER 31st and NOVEMBER 2nd (if we need that extra time). Remember: We will do the booktalks on that day, and I will just start at the top of the roster and we will work our way down alphabetically....
Today we quickly went over elements from "A&P" and talked about perspective in the story...we also filled out a "personality inventory" on the story, and we discussed how we, as a class, related to the items checked off in the personality inventory....good job participating!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
After silent reading, we went over any questions you may have had about the test....then we took the test! When the test was done, I passed out the BOOK TALK RUBRICS and went over what is expected of you when you do your booktalk! Please see me if you didn't get one. Your booktalks are scheduled to take place on OCTOBER 31st and NOVEMBER 2nd (if we need that extra time). Remember: We will do the booktalks on that day, and I will just start at the top of the roster and we will work our way down alphabetically....
Tuesday, October 2, 2018
ORANGE AND BLACK 10/2 AND 10/3
ENGLISH 12
1. Pass out R.E.S.P.O.N.S.E. directions sheet....go over how to use it and how to "pick" a letter for a response...
2. "A&P" by John Updike
a. begin by talking about 'perceptions' and how we make them
b. begin reading story together...
c. finish story on own...
d. please write a half page (minimum) reaction from the RESPONSE rubric!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. "Beowulf"
a. go over section 2 in groups, paying special attention to Beowulf's arrogance, the details of the setting, and Beowulf's superhuman qualities....
b. go over these together as a class!
c. notes on "cultural hero" and what we can learn from "Beowulf" and how it translates into our modern world...
d. There will be a quiz on Thursday...the quiz will cover:
The history and background
The fight with Grendel
The fight with the mother
Cultural Hero notes/examples
**If you were out due to the yearbook ad drive and have questions, please see me**
1. Pass out R.E.S.P.O.N.S.E. directions sheet....go over how to use it and how to "pick" a letter for a response...
2. "A&P" by John Updike
a. begin by talking about 'perceptions' and how we make them
b. begin reading story together...
c. finish story on own...
d. please write a half page (minimum) reaction from the RESPONSE rubric!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. "Beowulf"
a. go over section 2 in groups, paying special attention to Beowulf's arrogance, the details of the setting, and Beowulf's superhuman qualities....
b. go over these together as a class!
c. notes on "cultural hero" and what we can learn from "Beowulf" and how it translates into our modern world...
d. There will be a quiz on Thursday...the quiz will cover:
The history and background
The fight with Grendel
The fight with the mother
Cultural Hero notes/examples
**If you were out due to the yearbook ad drive and have questions, please see me**
Monday, October 1, 2018
BLACK DAY
Both classes: Please see plan from last orange day--orange day classes are ahead of you...please see me with any questions!! COLLEGE ENGLISH classes: Please return books if you are done with them! Thanks!
Friday, September 28, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
1) Vocabulary quiz
a. 5-7 minutes to study and prepare
b. take quiz in class!
2. "Mystery" acute listening activities....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. BEOWULF
a. quiz on section 1
b. go over section 1 by alluding to the quiz and the text...be sure to take good notes!
c. begin reading "The Battle With Grendel's Mother" together in class, discussing key points
d. NOTE: All you need to do for next time is merely READ this section. You do not need to do anything else...we will do a note taking activity in class next time :)
1) Vocabulary quiz
a. 5-7 minutes to study and prepare
b. take quiz in class!
2. "Mystery" acute listening activities....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. BEOWULF
a. quiz on section 1
b. go over section 1 by alluding to the quiz and the text...be sure to take good notes!
c. begin reading "The Battle With Grendel's Mother" together in class, discussing key points
d. NOTE: All you need to do for next time is merely READ this section. You do not need to do anything else...we will do a note taking activity in class next time :)
Thursday, September 27, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please see yesterday's English 12 plan....
be prepared for your vocab test which is on MONDAY!!!!!!!! Remember to make flashcards or put words in sentences for extra credit!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as Orange day College English, but today I collected your AngloSaxon history responses...
Please see yesterday's English 12 plan....
be prepared for your vocab test which is on MONDAY!!!!!!!! Remember to make flashcards or put words in sentences for extra credit!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as Orange day College English, but today I collected your AngloSaxon history responses...
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. A reminder that your vocabulary test will be on FRIDAY!!! If you make flashcards or put your words in sentences and show me before the test, you can earn bonus points on the test!
2. "The Lottery"
a. we read the ending of the story together
b. we worked on finishing the questions on the sheet
c. we discussed additional notes--if yours are incomplete, see me or Mrs LeClair
d. this was turned in at the end of class to be counted as a grade!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. "Beowulf"
a. we took notes on the background "en medias reys" of the story so that it would be easier to understand
b. we began reading the first couple of pages together
c. for next time, please finish reading THE BATTLE WITH GRENDEL
d. please take notes on HOW THE FIGHT GOES, REFERENCES TO GOD, and SIGNS OF BEOWULF'S ARROGANCE
e. There very well may be a short quiz on Friday!
1. A reminder that your vocabulary test will be on FRIDAY!!! If you make flashcards or put your words in sentences and show me before the test, you can earn bonus points on the test!
2. "The Lottery"
a. we read the ending of the story together
b. we worked on finishing the questions on the sheet
c. we discussed additional notes--if yours are incomplete, see me or Mrs LeClair
d. this was turned in at the end of class to be counted as a grade!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. "Beowulf"
a. we took notes on the background "en medias reys" of the story so that it would be easier to understand
b. we began reading the first couple of pages together
c. for next time, please finish reading THE BATTLE WITH GRENDEL
d. please take notes on HOW THE FIGHT GOES, REFERENCES TO GOD, and SIGNS OF BEOWULF'S ARROGANCE
e. There very well may be a short quiz on Friday!
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please see yesterday's English12 assignment, since you are following the same plan! If you did not take the FuturesDay survey,, please do so ASAP or see me!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see yesterday's College English assignment, since you are following the same plan!!! Take the FuturesDay survey if you have not taken it yet!!
Please see yesterday's English12 assignment, since you are following the same plan! If you did not take the FuturesDay survey,, please do so ASAP or see me!!!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see yesterday's College English assignment, since you are following the same plan!!! Take the FuturesDay survey if you have not taken it yet!!
Monday, September 24, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today in class we started by taking the FUTURES DAY survey for our college field trips...
We took some notes on our first short story "The Lottery" and a study guide was passed out....
We began reading the first few pages of the story and then you were given the last ten minutes or so to read on your own...some of you didnt finish and we will continue next time...
Take good notes or get them if you were absent, since at the end of this unit we will have an OPEN NOTE test!!!!
Be careful to take the time to study the vocabulary words, since we will have this test later this week!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we took the survey for FUTURES DAY for our college field trips....
We took our vocabulary quiz!
We took notes on "Beowulf" and the history of how it came to be....if you were not here, make sure to get the notes you missed!!!!
Today in class we started by taking the FUTURES DAY survey for our college field trips...
We took some notes on our first short story "The Lottery" and a study guide was passed out....
We began reading the first few pages of the story and then you were given the last ten minutes or so to read on your own...some of you didnt finish and we will continue next time...
Take good notes or get them if you were absent, since at the end of this unit we will have an OPEN NOTE test!!!!
Be careful to take the time to study the vocabulary words, since we will have this test later this week!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we took the survey for FUTURES DAY for our college field trips....
We took our vocabulary quiz!
We took notes on "Beowulf" and the history of how it came to be....if you were not here, make sure to get the notes you missed!!!!
Thursday, September 20, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we went over the vocabulary words for the quiz you will have next week.....we put them in sentences and went over them...your willingness to share counted as a participation grade...
We talked about Connotation and Denotation and the differences between the two....we worked on a worksheet which focused on some similarities and differences between words....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Remember that your vocab quiz is on Monday
2. BEOWULF
-today we began talking about the poem we will be reading by exploring some history of the Anglo Saxons...
-read pages 1-8 in the brown textbook about the history of these people...
-find a unifying idea/topic sentence that ties an aspect of the reading together...write at least 1/2 of a page response focused around this topic or idea....note that this is NOT a summary on all of it....
Today we went over the vocabulary words for the quiz you will have next week.....we put them in sentences and went over them...your willingness to share counted as a participation grade...
We talked about Connotation and Denotation and the differences between the two....we worked on a worksheet which focused on some similarities and differences between words....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Remember that your vocab quiz is on Monday
2. BEOWULF
-today we began talking about the poem we will be reading by exploring some history of the Anglo Saxons...
-read pages 1-8 in the brown textbook about the history of these people...
-find a unifying idea/topic sentence that ties an aspect of the reading together...write at least 1/2 of a page response focused around this topic or idea....note that this is NOT a summary on all of it....
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. Vocabulary words
-finish looking up
-go over and review possible sentences to use on test
2. Connotation vs Denotation
-begin notes and discussion on differences between two....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please follow the orange day plan, as they are one class ahead of you...HOWEVER....
-your vocab quiz will be on TUESDAY of next week....
-there were many of you who were absent last time and did not take the grammar/diagnostic test in the purple book....I had folks made up that test today....if you still have not taken it, please see me ASAP so you can make it up! It counts as a participation grade
1. Vocabulary words
-finish looking up
-go over and review possible sentences to use on test
2. Connotation vs Denotation
-begin notes and discussion on differences between two....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please follow the orange day plan, as they are one class ahead of you...HOWEVER....
-your vocab quiz will be on TUESDAY of next week....
-there were many of you who were absent last time and did not take the grammar/diagnostic test in the purple book....I had folks made up that test today....if you still have not taken it, please see me ASAP so you can make it up! It counts as a participation grade
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Please see the black day class and their plan from yesterday....you are following the same plan
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We started by going over the "purple test" in the grammar-writing test booklet...these tests were handed back to you so you could correct any that you got incorrect...then we went over the vocabulary that you were asked to look up for today....the test for these words will be on this coming MONDAY....please see me if you have any questions....
Please see the black day class and their plan from yesterday....you are following the same plan
COLLEGE ENGLISH
We started by going over the "purple test" in the grammar-writing test booklet...these tests were handed back to you so you could correct any that you got incorrect...then we went over the vocabulary that you were asked to look up for today....the test for these words will be on this coming MONDAY....please see me if you have any questions....
Monday, September 17, 2018
BLACK DAY
ENGLISH 12
We started with ten minutes of silent reading...
We did a quick followup to the guidance presentation from last time...
We got our first vocabulary word list today! Your job in class was to copy the words down and look up the definitions for all the words...we will go over them next time! Here are the words:
agitate
litigate
prodigal
synagogue
venue
incipient
infinitesimal
finite
trajectory
conducive
obsequious
apollonian
bacchanalian
delphic
olympian
mercurial
jovial
aegis
ambrosial
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You folks have the same plan as the orange day class, so please follow that...don't forget to look up your vocab words for Wednesday's class! See me with any questions!!
We started with ten minutes of silent reading...
We did a quick followup to the guidance presentation from last time...
We got our first vocabulary word list today! Your job in class was to copy the words down and look up the definitions for all the words...we will go over them next time! Here are the words:
agitate
litigate
prodigal
synagogue
venue
incipient
infinitesimal
finite
trajectory
conducive
obsequious
apollonian
bacchanalian
delphic
olympian
mercurial
jovial
aegis
ambrosial
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You folks have the same plan as the orange day class, so please follow that...don't forget to look up your vocab words for Wednesday's class! See me with any questions!!
Friday, September 14, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today guidance counselors came to address the class....if you were absent, please see your guidance counselor right away!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Silent reading
2. Diagnostic sentence correction
-go over in class and make sense of the worksheet!
3. PurpleGrammarDiagnosticTests
-do exercise 1 and 2 only
-this will be graded as a participation grade/collected at end of class
4. Copy the vocabulary words off of the board, and please look up the definitions for Tuesday....NOTE: I will come around and "check off" that you looked these up
Today guidance counselors came to address the class....if you were absent, please see your guidance counselor right away!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Silent reading
2. Diagnostic sentence correction
-go over in class and make sense of the worksheet!
3. PurpleGrammarDiagnosticTests
-do exercise 1 and 2 only
-this will be graded as a participation grade/collected at end of class
4. Copy the vocabulary words off of the board, and please look up the definitions for Tuesday....NOTE: I will come around and "check off" that you looked these up
Thursday, September 13, 2018
Black Day
ENGLISH 12
Today in class, the guidance counselors were in to deliver their senior presentations....if you did not attend class, or if you have any questions, please see them right away. We will continue with our English work next time!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see Orange Day's plan from yesterday....they are one class ahead of you, so they have the same plan.....if you have any questions about the sentence diagnostic test, please see me!
Today in class, the guidance counselors were in to deliver their senior presentations....if you did not attend class, or if you have any questions, please see them right away. We will continue with our English work next time!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see Orange Day's plan from yesterday....they are one class ahead of you, so they have the same plan.....if you have any questions about the sentence diagnostic test, please see me!
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
1. Silent reading for ten minutes
2. Diagnostic reading test: "Walt" and answer questions...
3. Diagnostic sentence fixing test: fix the sentences in section I to the best of your ability
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Silent Reading
2. Get in your ThomasCollege forms to Mrs Bouchard (a new one on IT policy was passed out today!!)
3. Debrief the guidance presentation....talk about importance of dates, etc...
4. Diagnostic sentence tests
-begin in class by correcting sentences in section I....we went over this in class...
-please do section II and III for next time....this will all be counted as a participation grade!
1. Silent reading for ten minutes
2. Diagnostic reading test: "Walt" and answer questions...
3. Diagnostic sentence fixing test: fix the sentences in section I to the best of your ability
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Silent Reading
2. Get in your ThomasCollege forms to Mrs Bouchard (a new one on IT policy was passed out today!!)
3. Debrief the guidance presentation....talk about importance of dates, etc...
4. Diagnostic sentence tests
-begin in class by correcting sentences in section I....we went over this in class...
-please do section II and III for next time....this will all be counted as a participation grade!
Monday, May 7, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE COMPOSITION
Hi all. Today you had your Greek Mythology vocab test and then we began discussing the "Signs of Confidence" that you should be taking notes on! We will have a "public speaking test" when this is all over, so be sure to take notes....we will finish taking these notes on Wednesday, and then we will give our next speech!!!
Hi all. Today you had your Greek Mythology vocab test and then we began discussing the "Signs of Confidence" that you should be taking notes on! We will have a "public speaking test" when this is all over, so be sure to take notes....we will finish taking these notes on Wednesday, and then we will give our next speech!!!
Friday, May 4, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we reviewed the vocab....we will do our test on Tuesday where we do the GoogleImage sentence activity....
We worked in the purple grammar books discussing types of nouns and sentence variety....we did exercise 1 on page 101 and that is all we got to today....we will continue next time. NOTE: The work was collected at the end of class to be graded for participation
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as Black day plan from yesterday, only you folks had your vocab quiz today!!!!
We did our StumpSpeeches today. NOTE: If you had to leave early for the NHS assembly, please see me so you can make it up!
Today we reviewed the vocab....we will do our test on Tuesday where we do the GoogleImage sentence activity....
We worked in the purple grammar books discussing types of nouns and sentence variety....we did exercise 1 on page 101 and that is all we got to today....we will continue next time. NOTE: The work was collected at the end of class to be graded for participation
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same as Black day plan from yesterday, only you folks had your vocab quiz today!!!!
We did our StumpSpeeches today. NOTE: If you had to leave early for the NHS assembly, please see me so you can make it up!
Thursday, May 3, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
**Note that because of my absence yesterday, your class is now ahead of the orange day class**
A reminder that your vocabulary quiz is tomorrow!!!
We continued with our public speaking unit....we had a conversation about what it means to be "confident."....then, we all took our turn doing our first "STUMP" speech based on a "WouldYouRather" question....fun! Remember, these were graded on your originality, creativity, and your ability to talk for 25 seconds!!!!!
**Note that because of my absence yesterday, your class is now ahead of the orange day class**
A reminder that your vocabulary quiz is tomorrow!!!
We continued with our public speaking unit....we had a conversation about what it means to be "confident."....then, we all took our turn doing our first "STUMP" speech based on a "WouldYouRather" question....fun! Remember, these were graded on your originality, creativity, and your ability to talk for 25 seconds!!!!!
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we got new vocabulary words from Greek and Roman mythology.....if you are missing some, or if you were absent today, get the words from someone. You can find the list of words on YESTERDAY'S blog post. As a reminder, your test will be next MONDAY....
We began our discussion on our public speaking unit, and we will continue this next time as well....
Today we got new vocabulary words from Greek and Roman mythology.....if you are missing some, or if you were absent today, get the words from someone. You can find the list of words on YESTERDAY'S blog post. As a reminder, your test will be next MONDAY....
We began our discussion on our public speaking unit, and we will continue this next time as well....
Monday, April 30, 2018
ORANGE DAY
Blocks 1, 3, and 4: You all had the same vocabulary list....just in case you missed them, the words are as follows. They are all Greek and Roman mythology words...
Adonis
Aegis
Amazon
Ambrosial
Atlas
Auroral
Bacchanalian
Cassandra
Chimera
Draconian
Eristic
Fauna
Flora
Forum
Hector
Herculean
Iridescent
Jovial
COLLEGE ENGLISH: We began discussing our public speaking unit, and we went over the difference between STUMP and DAILY speeches....we will continue on FRIDAY as I will be out on WEDNESDAY
Adonis
Aegis
Amazon
Ambrosial
Atlas
Auroral
Bacchanalian
Cassandra
Chimera
Draconian
Eristic
Fauna
Flora
Forum
Hector
Herculean
Iridescent
Jovial
COLLEGE ENGLISH: We began discussing our public speaking unit, and we went over the difference between STUMP and DAILY speeches....we will continue on FRIDAY as I will be out on WEDNESDAY
Thursday, April 26, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Get me your "war quote" writing ASAP if you havent yet!!
We worked on writing cover letters today!!! We went over strategies for writing them, and you were asked to do one to hand in by the end of class.
Remember, you can only get half credit if you hand in work late!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Silent Reading (is back!)
2. Lead/Intro paragraphs
-read some good ones from last time
-write to another prompt I give about what is most important to you: Success, Time, Power, Relationships....write a good intro with a good backstory
-Instead of handing this in, these were all read aloud (and they were awesome, btw!!!) as a lead in to our.......
3. Public Speaking
-begin unit....we will continue on Monday!!
Get me your "war quote" writing ASAP if you havent yet!!
We worked on writing cover letters today!!! We went over strategies for writing them, and you were asked to do one to hand in by the end of class.
Remember, you can only get half credit if you hand in work late!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Silent Reading (is back!)
2. Lead/Intro paragraphs
-read some good ones from last time
-write to another prompt I give about what is most important to you: Success, Time, Power, Relationships....write a good intro with a good backstory
-Instead of handing this in, these were all read aloud (and they were awesome, btw!!!) as a lead in to our.......
3. Public Speaking
-begin unit....we will continue on Monday!!
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same or orange day plan....please be sure to see me if you are not understanding this "backstory" element to writing opening paragraphs....also, please be sure to bring a book for silent reading next time!
Same or orange day plan....please be sure to see me if you are not understanding this "backstory" element to writing opening paragraphs....also, please be sure to bring a book for silent reading next time!
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we viewed the episode "The Breaking Point" from BAND OF BROTHERS and you were asked to respond to one of the quotes about war listed on the sheet I gave you...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. We will return to silent reading starting next class!
2. Briefly went over the "final stretch" progression of material we will cover towards the end of the year: Leads....public speaking....methods of rhetoric...informational writing...claim, data, warrant argumentative writing....final....etc!
3. Leads
-talked about effective leads in writing formal papers
-took notes on "backstory" and discussed its role in lead paragraphs
-read several examples from the two handouts I gave you....
-I asked you to write the "intro paragraph" to the "what would you tell the teachers of WHS to do" prompt...I collected this prompt to see how you were understanding today's lesson....
Today we viewed the episode "The Breaking Point" from BAND OF BROTHERS and you were asked to respond to one of the quotes about war listed on the sheet I gave you...
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. We will return to silent reading starting next class!
2. Briefly went over the "final stretch" progression of material we will cover towards the end of the year: Leads....public speaking....methods of rhetoric...informational writing...claim, data, warrant argumentative writing....final....etc!
3. Leads
-talked about effective leads in writing formal papers
-took notes on "backstory" and discussed its role in lead paragraphs
-read several examples from the two handouts I gave you....
-I asked you to write the "intro paragraph" to the "what would you tell the teachers of WHS to do" prompt...I collected this prompt to see how you were understanding today's lesson....
Monday, April 23, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Same plan as the Orange day class before vacation....today we viewed the second part of MonteCristo AND we wrote the vocab/MonteCristo response....if you did not hand this in to me today, please have it WEDNESDAY!!!
Same plan as the Orange day class before vacation....today we viewed the second part of MonteCristo AND we wrote the vocab/MonteCristo response....if you did not hand this in to me today, please have it WEDNESDAY!!!
Friday, April 13, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we viewed a History Channel documentary on the Battle of the Bulge.....
We viewed and talked about a power point presentation on military awards and heroism as it pertains to the book THE LONGEST WINTER
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we worked on finishing the MONTE CRISTO film (we have about 20 minutes left and will finish after vacation!)
Also, during class, you were to work on the following as your "vocab test:"
USING/INCLUDING AT LEAST FIVE OF THIS WEEK'S VOCAB WORDS, PLEASE WRITE A REACTION PIECE TO THE FILM VERSION OF MONTE CRISTO. BY 'REACTION,' I MEAN YOUR THOUGHTS, OPINIONS, AND FEELINGS TOWARDS THE BOOK. YOU MAY FOCUS ON A CHARACTER, THE SETTING, WHAT SURPRISES YOU, ETC. THIS IS AS MUCH OF A 'MONTE CRISTO' GRADE AS IT IS A VOCAB TEST GRADE. YOU CAN OF COURSE USE YOUR VOCABULARY NOTES FOR THIS. AIM FOR ONE FULL PAGE AND DEFINITELY UNDERLINE YOUR VOCAB WORDS....AND BE SURE TO USE THEM CORRECTLY!!!
Today we viewed a History Channel documentary on the Battle of the Bulge.....
We viewed and talked about a power point presentation on military awards and heroism as it pertains to the book THE LONGEST WINTER
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we worked on finishing the MONTE CRISTO film (we have about 20 minutes left and will finish after vacation!)
Also, during class, you were to work on the following as your "vocab test:"
USING/INCLUDING AT LEAST FIVE OF THIS WEEK'S VOCAB WORDS, PLEASE WRITE A REACTION PIECE TO THE FILM VERSION OF MONTE CRISTO. BY 'REACTION,' I MEAN YOUR THOUGHTS, OPINIONS, AND FEELINGS TOWARDS THE BOOK. YOU MAY FOCUS ON A CHARACTER, THE SETTING, WHAT SURPRISES YOU, ETC. THIS IS AS MUCH OF A 'MONTE CRISTO' GRADE AS IT IS A VOCAB TEST GRADE. YOU CAN OF COURSE USE YOUR VOCABULARY NOTES FOR THIS. AIM FOR ONE FULL PAGE AND DEFINITELY UNDERLINE YOUR VOCAB WORDS....AND BE SURE TO USE THEM CORRECTLY!!!
Thursday, April 12, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today we began the film version of MONTE CRISTO....you folks will have your vocab quiz after vacation...you will not have it the Monday after (that would be mean)....but, rather, the Wednesday after. Please return your MONTE CRISTO book (or your HAMLET) if you have not done so!
Have a great vacation!
Today we began the film version of MONTE CRISTO....you folks will have your vocab quiz after vacation...you will not have it the Monday after (that would be mean)....but, rather, the Wednesday after. Please return your MONTE CRISTO book (or your HAMLET) if you have not done so!
Have a great vacation!
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we read chapter 7 of THE LONGEST WINTER and there was an "in class test" on chapters 1-7 that was collected at the end of class
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Pass back work
2. Collect MONTE CRISTO books!
3. Guidance "future plans" survey
4. Begin film of MONTE CRISTO!
Today we read chapter 7 of THE LONGEST WINTER and there was an "in class test" on chapters 1-7 that was collected at the end of class
COLLEGE ENGLISH
1. Pass back work
2. Collect MONTE CRISTO books!
3. Guidance "future plans" survey
4. Begin film of MONTE CRISTO!
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see yesterday's Orange Day entry, as you are aligned with them....be sure to study your vocabulary words! Please bring your MONTE CRISTO books (and HAMLET books) back!
Please see yesterday's Orange Day entry, as you are aligned with them....be sure to study your vocabulary words! Please bring your MONTE CRISTO books (and HAMLET books) back!
Monday, April 9, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Touch base, as I havent been here in over a month!
Do new vocab from Unit 7 of "Roots" workbook, and then put each new vocab word into its own sentence....this was handed in for a grade...
We will continue with reading chapter 7 of "Winter" on Wednesday
COLLEGE ENGLISH
It is great to be back!!!
As far as Monte Cristo, remember:
-Quarter 3 is in the books....
-Everyone starts Q4 with an A for participation (I talked to Mr Record)
-We are done with the "reading" of Monte Cristo, because after vacation we are starting something completely new!
We did a new vocab list today. The words are as follows:
ASSIDUOUS
LANGUOR
APPETENT
DYSPHORIC
BROMIDIC
DENIZEN
BLITHE
PRODIGIOUS
COUNTENANCE
MODICUM
MAUDLIN
CORRELATION
AFFINITY
ASININE
LINEATION
TORPID
XENOPHOBE
OBVIATE
PERAMBULATE
Touch base, as I havent been here in over a month!
Do new vocab from Unit 7 of "Roots" workbook, and then put each new vocab word into its own sentence....this was handed in for a grade...
We will continue with reading chapter 7 of "Winter" on Wednesday
COLLEGE ENGLISH
It is great to be back!!!
As far as Monte Cristo, remember:
-Quarter 3 is in the books....
-Everyone starts Q4 with an A for participation (I talked to Mr Record)
-We are done with the "reading" of Monte Cristo, because after vacation we are starting something completely new!
We did a new vocab list today. The words are as follows:
ASSIDUOUS
LANGUOR
APPETENT
DYSPHORIC
BROMIDIC
DENIZEN
BLITHE
PRODIGIOUS
COUNTENANCE
MODICUM
MAUDLIN
CORRELATION
AFFINITY
ASININE
LINEATION
TORPID
XENOPHOBE
OBVIATE
PERAMBULATE
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
ORANGE DAY
Hi folks....Originally, I was going to be in today, but the snowstorm forced me to leave a day early for the hospital. Here are the vocab lists for your respective classes. Mr Record is scheduled to take over on Thurs March 8. Thanks and see you soon!!! If you need to reach me for any reason, send me an email at jgoldsmith@aos92.org. See you all soon....JG
ENGLISH 12 VOCAB LIST
COLLEGE COMPOSITION VOCAB LIST
ENGLISH 12 VOCAB LIST
assiduous
languor
appetent
dysphoric
bromidic
denizen
prodigious
countenance
modicum
maudlin
correlation
affinity
asinine
lineation
torpid
bona fide
polemic
vermillion
COLLEGE COMPOSITION VOCAB LIST
apathy
elephantine
ornate
dank
besotted
virulent
disceptation
dialect
insolvent
fraudulent
carrion
decadent
vanquishment
excise
decorous
impregnable
homage
aesthetic
rudimentary
reverie
xenophobia
plebeian
Monday, February 26, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
At this point, we are done reading the "book" part of HAMLET, but we are continuing with the "film" portion as we count down the days until I leave for surgery. Pay attention--as we watch--to how THE THEME OF APPEARANCE VS REALITY EXISTS IN THE PLAY. This is what I am asking you to write about. Your composition for HAMLET is as follows:
Describe how the theme of Appearance vs Reality exists in the play HAMLET.
What "seems" real and genuine but isn't....and vice versa??
How are some relationships between the characters 'phony' or two sided?
Is everything in the castle of Elsinore as it seems?
Some possible, doable, modelable (is that a word?? haha) thesis statements would be:
Hamlet's relationship with Ophelia reveals the theme of appearance vs reality because he is never truly honest with how he feels towards her
OR
The theme of appearance versus reality is revealed in HAMLET through the dysfunctional behaviors of Laertes, Polonius, and Ophelia
OR
Hamlet expresses the theme of appearance vs reality by the way he deals with anger, love, and joy
OR
______, _______, and ______ are three characters who help convey the theme of appearance vs reality in HAMLET due to their shifty and shady behaviors in the play
Use your brains. This is a THINKING SORT OF PROMPT. It might seem difficult at first....but let the prompt sink in...I think you will find that you will start making connections.....be the fantastic college writer that I know you are!!!!
At this point, we are done reading the "book" part of HAMLET, but we are continuing with the "film" portion as we count down the days until I leave for surgery. Pay attention--as we watch--to how THE THEME OF APPEARANCE VS REALITY EXISTS IN THE PLAY. This is what I am asking you to write about. Your composition for HAMLET is as follows:
Describe how the theme of Appearance vs Reality exists in the play HAMLET.
What "seems" real and genuine but isn't....and vice versa??
How are some relationships between the characters 'phony' or two sided?
Is everything in the castle of Elsinore as it seems?
Some possible, doable, modelable (is that a word?? haha) thesis statements would be:
Hamlet's relationship with Ophelia reveals the theme of appearance vs reality because he is never truly honest with how he feels towards her
OR
The theme of appearance versus reality is revealed in HAMLET through the dysfunctional behaviors of Laertes, Polonius, and Ophelia
OR
Hamlet expresses the theme of appearance vs reality by the way he deals with anger, love, and joy
OR
______, _______, and ______ are three characters who help convey the theme of appearance vs reality in HAMLET due to their shifty and shady behaviors in the play
Use your brains. This is a THINKING SORT OF PROMPT. It might seem difficult at first....but let the prompt sink in...I think you will find that you will start making connections.....be the fantastic college writer that I know you are!!!!
Friday, February 16, 2018
ORANGE DAY
Today in class I passed back the written dramatic situations....
We took a four question reading check quiz on the section you were supposed to read for today (see the previous blog entry for the page section, etc)
We continued the film, pointing out sections that were rich in revealing the theme of APPEARANCE VERSUS REALITY in the play. Remember, your composition for the end of the play is to write about the theme of appearance vs reality is expressed or revealed in the play....
We took a four question reading check quiz on the section you were supposed to read for today (see the previous blog entry for the page section, etc)
We continued the film, pointing out sections that were rich in revealing the theme of APPEARANCE VERSUS REALITY in the play. Remember, your composition for the end of the play is to write about the theme of appearance vs reality is expressed or revealed in the play....
Wednesday, February 14, 2018
ORANGE DAY PART 2
COLLEGE ENGLISH
**NOTE**
Every observation you make from this point on in the play should be about how Shakespeare reveals the theme of Appearance versus Reality!! Be constantly on the lookout (be a line detective!) as you will be writing a composition about this topic! Take notes and pay attention to how Appearance vs Reality works!!!
Today we read sections of Act 3.1 and 3.2. You have a reading assignment to do for Friday. Please read from line 290 until the end of scene 2....and then read in scene 3 UP TO line 75....
you MIGHT be given a short reading check quiz on Friday!!
**NOTE**
Every observation you make from this point on in the play should be about how Shakespeare reveals the theme of Appearance versus Reality!! Be constantly on the lookout (be a line detective!) as you will be writing a composition about this topic! Take notes and pay attention to how Appearance vs Reality works!!!
Today we read sections of Act 3.1 and 3.2. You have a reading assignment to do for Friday. Please read from line 290 until the end of scene 2....and then read in scene 3 UP TO line 75....
you MIGHT be given a short reading check quiz on Friday!!
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
apathy
elephantine
ornate
dank
besotted
virulent
dialect
insolvent
fraudulent
carrion
decadent
vanquished
excise
decorous
impregnable
homage
reverie
rudimentary
reverie
xenophobe
plebian
apathy
elephantine
ornate
dank
besotted
virulent
dialect
insolvent
fraudulent
carrion
decadent
vanquished
excise
decorous
impregnable
homage
reverie
rudimentary
reverie
xenophobe
plebian
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Please see yesterday (Orange Day) plan...you folks have the same assignment....
If you have any questions about how to write your dramatic situation quote in PARAGRAPH form rather than MAPPED OUT form, please come see me!!!
Please see yesterday (Orange Day) plan...you folks have the same assignment....
If you have any questions about how to write your dramatic situation quote in PARAGRAPH form rather than MAPPED OUT form, please come see me!!!
Monday, February 12, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we went over all the vocabulary words that you were to look up with the sub last time....you will have this test on Friday
We then wrote a composition, and you had two choices:
a) IN BEOWULF, THE MONSTER GRENDEL REPRESENTED ALL THAT WAS EVIL IN THE WORLD DURING THAT TIME. IN YOUR OPINION, WHAT IS THE TRUE NATURE OF EVIL IN THE WORLD?
b) IF YOU COULD PICK ONE SUPERHERO POWER, WOULD IT BE A) ABILITY TO FLY B) BEING INVISIBLE C) SUPERHUMAN STRENGTH D) X-RAY VISION?
COLLEGE ENGLISH
NOTE** If you have not passed in your dramatic situation web from last time, you can still pass it in for half credit.
1. HAMLET
-quick film clip/discussion of "the players" as they appear towards the end of Act 2
-discussion and notes on "psychological association" and how Hamlet will use this to his advantage
-read, on your own, the final soliloquy of Act 2 ("O what a rogue and peasant slave am I!") and choose a line (on your own) that you think is important/significant enough to use to create a dramatic situation...write it out in paragraph (not web) form!!!
Today we went over all the vocabulary words that you were to look up with the sub last time....you will have this test on Friday
We then wrote a composition, and you had two choices:
a) IN BEOWULF, THE MONSTER GRENDEL REPRESENTED ALL THAT WAS EVIL IN THE WORLD DURING THAT TIME. IN YOUR OPINION, WHAT IS THE TRUE NATURE OF EVIL IN THE WORLD?
b) IF YOU COULD PICK ONE SUPERHERO POWER, WOULD IT BE A) ABILITY TO FLY B) BEING INVISIBLE C) SUPERHUMAN STRENGTH D) X-RAY VISION?
COLLEGE ENGLISH
NOTE** If you have not passed in your dramatic situation web from last time, you can still pass it in for half credit.
1. HAMLET
-quick film clip/discussion of "the players" as they appear towards the end of Act 2
-discussion and notes on "psychological association" and how Hamlet will use this to his advantage
-read, on your own, the final soliloquy of Act 2 ("O what a rogue and peasant slave am I!") and choose a line (on your own) that you think is important/significant enough to use to create a dramatic situation...write it out in paragraph (not web) form!!!
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we read part 3 (The Death Of Beowulf) and took an open book test on it after...we began the section together and you were asked to read the last two pages on your own....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
A reminder that your book talks are to be presented this Thursday!
We viewed/took notes on Act 2 of HAMLET up until "the players" started to arrive onto the scene...
MAKE SURE TO GET NOTES you missed!!!
I passed out a blank "dramatic situation" web and I passed out a sheet containing 6 quotes from the section we watched/read today....your assignment is to pick one of those 6 quotes---or choose another quote from the reading today--and "map out" a dramatic situation web for it. NOTE: You might find it helpful to look in your books from pages 97-105 for clarification...or you can compare those to the "modern English" on the NO FEAR site
Today we read part 3 (The Death Of Beowulf) and took an open book test on it after...we began the section together and you were asked to read the last two pages on your own....
COLLEGE ENGLISH
A reminder that your book talks are to be presented this Thursday!
We viewed/took notes on Act 2 of HAMLET up until "the players" started to arrive onto the scene...
MAKE SURE TO GET NOTES you missed!!!
I passed out a blank "dramatic situation" web and I passed out a sheet containing 6 quotes from the section we watched/read today....your assignment is to pick one of those 6 quotes---or choose another quote from the reading today--and "map out" a dramatic situation web for it. NOTE: You might find it helpful to look in your books from pages 97-105 for clarification...or you can compare those to the "modern English" on the NO FEAR site
Monday, February 5, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
You folks are a day behind the orange day class, so please see their plan for specifics....
Today your class took the Greek root vocabulary quiz and you were taught the strategy for responding to lines from the play by mapping out the "Dramatic Situation."
You folks are a day behind the orange day class, so please see their plan for specifics....
Today your class took the Greek root vocabulary quiz and you were taught the strategy for responding to lines from the play by mapping out the "Dramatic Situation."
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
ORANGE DAY
ENGLISH 12
Today we went over the first part of BEOWULF--particularly, we discussed WHY Grendel was left alive, and what this says about the arrogance of the character of Beowulf...
We began reading the second section "The Battle with Grendel's Mother" together as a class....there was a study guide that went along with this section...you were to do the study guide while we read along....we did not finish the ENTIRE section, so we will finish the last page and a half on Thursday
Everyone did an EXCELLENT job today!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Reminder of your book talk next Thursday!
1. HAMLET
-take character matching quiz
-assign parts and read aloud Act 2.2 taking notes as we go....we stopped right before Polonius was about to interrupt Hamlet as Hamlet was walking around reading his book....
2. Reminder of vocabulary test on Thursday!
Today we went over the first part of BEOWULF--particularly, we discussed WHY Grendel was left alive, and what this says about the arrogance of the character of Beowulf...
We began reading the second section "The Battle with Grendel's Mother" together as a class....there was a study guide that went along with this section...you were to do the study guide while we read along....we did not finish the ENTIRE section, so we will finish the last page and a half on Thursday
Everyone did an EXCELLENT job today!
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Reminder of your book talk next Thursday!
1. HAMLET
-take character matching quiz
-assign parts and read aloud Act 2.2 taking notes as we go....we stopped right before Polonius was about to interrupt Hamlet as Hamlet was walking around reading his book....
2. Reminder of vocabulary test on Thursday!
Monday, January 29, 2018
BLACK DAY
COLLEGE ENGLISH
Today I finally checked your book numbers!!!
Your plan is the same as the OrangeDay classes, as they are ahead of you by a day.....
REMINDER that you will have CHARACTER MATCHING quiz on WEDNESDAY...you can NOT use notes, so look over your notes...study!!!
REMINDER that you will have you VOCABULARY TEST next MONDAY so look over the words!
Today I finally checked your book numbers!!!
Your plan is the same as the OrangeDay classes, as they are ahead of you by a day.....
REMINDER that you will have CHARACTER MATCHING quiz on WEDNESDAY...you can NOT use notes, so look over your notes...study!!!
REMINDER that you will have you VOCABULARY TEST next MONDAY so look over the words!
Book
Talk Rubric
College
English 12
Mr
Goldsmith's class
DIRECTIONS:
I am asking you to give 3-5 minute book talk to the class. This can
be on any book you have read outside of class. You may definitely use
note cards, etc, but know that you should only use these as a guide,
as part of your grade for this is on your ability to deliver a good
public speech. You are graded in the following ways:
books
are parties you have with yourself!!!!!
Information
-Title,
author, date of publication information given
Summary
-A
brief summary of the story (don't re-tell the entire book!!!)
-What
was it about?
-What
information did you learn
Protagonist
-Who
is the main character?
-Give
your own description of this individual
-Explain
what they are like
Character
Quote
-Choose
a quote or short passage from the story that you believe illustrates
the protagonist well
-Why
did you choose this quote?
Conflict
-What
is the central conflict in the story?
-What
type of conflict(s) is involved?
Setting
-Describe
the setting of the story
-Why
is this particular setting important to the story?
Personal
Reaction
-What
was your overall reaction to the book?
-What
did you like? What did you dislike? Why?
Important
Quote
-Pick
out a short passage from the story that you would like to share with
the class
-What
was your reason for choosing this passage?
Literary
Device
-Pick
out at least one literary device used in the book, and explain how it
is used
Quality
of Presentation
-Presented
clearly and audibly
-Appropriate
length
-Minimal
fidgetty/awkwardy stuff
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