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Red: Graded Assignments

*There maybe some assignments graded which are not highlighted

in red (annotations and pop quizzes, for example) which is left to the

sole discretion of the teacher.

Journal Entry

Introduction of Haiku assignment. See attachments: Assignment

Rubric

HW: Complete notes for and rough draft of Haiku. Due Wednesday.

In class viewing of 30 Days episode regarding Outsourcing. We will connect this episode with Swift's arguments concerning his society's obligation to solve Ireland's famine and economic woes through in-house business practices.

Today I will review your drafts of the Haiku and provide feedback as you work in class. While I am going around the room, take time to have peers review your work as well and offer you feedback.

HW: Complete draft 2 of Haiku.

Textbooks needed in class today!

We will be reading a text called "War" by Pirandello and connecting the piece to our essential questions: what is an individual's responsibility to society and/or what are society's obligations to individuals?

Review 2 of Haiku drafts. Again, time will be given in class for you to work on your Haikus. This is an assignment that despite appearance is quite challenging.

Don't make the mistake of not putting in the effort success requires. It could be fatal (to your grade!)

John Madut, a lost boy of Sudan will be visiting with us today. We will have time to ask him questions concerning his experiences crossing the desert.

Use our reading of They Poured Fire... to guide your questions. You should make sure your questions are engaging, requiring more than a yes or no answer. Also, use decency and basic human respect in formulating your questions. He is open to answering anything, but I want to make sure we are respectful of his past and particularly his memories.

Journal Entry

Haikus due.

Remember: you should have no less than 4 total drafts of your Haiku. This does not include drafts of Haikus written and then scrapped. The drafts must all be constructed from one original. See me for clarification should you need it.

In class we will read about Confucianism from your text, again relating the reading to our essential questions. Discussion to occur as we read.

Conclusion of discussion on Confucianism if needed.

In class reading on Taoism, again addressing the essential questions.

Conclusion of discussion on Taoism if necessary.

Study guide distributed today for final exam.

SENIOR FIELD DAY!!!!!

Review day 1 for Final Exam

Study Guide

Essay

Discuss individual obligations to society and society’s obligations to individuals and itself as presented in V for Vendetta

Review day 2 for Final Exam

All seniors need to pick up their journals. If your journals are still in my room on Friday, they will be thrown away. Thanks! I've enjoyed your personal stories :)

1st and 6th period finals today.

Graduation Practice at Mt. Pisgah today!

3rd and 4th/5th finals today.

SENIORS DO NOT HAVE CLASS BUT ARE EXPECTED TO REPORT TO THE AUDITORIUM.

Memorial Day

Teacher work day!

School's out for summer!

April 2009

Spring Break

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Journals

Begin discussion of Archetypes. Today we will focus on the archetypal hero's life.

Continue discussion of Archetypes, focusing on Joseph Campbell's theory of the Archetypal Journey.

Distribution of Hercules.

Begin reading and annotating Hercules making sure to include the stages of the archetypal hero and his journey as you write. .

Discussion of Lord Raglan's Scale as well as archetypal characters, colors, symbols, and themes.

HW: Conclude Hercules and complete Take Home Quiz.

Collection of Take Home Quizzes.

Discussion of Hercules as an archetypal hero on an archetypal journey.

Discussion and outline of Harry Potter as an archetypal hero on a hero's journey.

We will also address how The Lion King fits this genre, among other Disney films.

ENJOY PROM!!!

Journal Entry.

Distribution of

"The Orphan and the Elk Dog."

Again we will examine the text for Archetypes, this time looking also for colors, symbols, and themes.

You should annotate as you read!

Discussion of "The Orphan and the Elk Dog."

Conclusion of Discussion concerning "The Orphan and the Elk Dog" as an archetypal text.

Begin viewing The Matrix. You are to take notes on Neo and how he fits the hero archetype. You will also note his hero's journey. A formal outline will be collected next Wednesday and will be counted as a technical writing grade.

Pay attention! You are not watching a film for fun (though you just may enjoy it!). You have a job to do:)

Continuation of The Matrix.

Conclusion of the Matrix. If time allows, I will answer basic questions you may have about archetypes. I will not respond to questions directly connected to Neo as an archetype. That is your job.

HW: Begin working on your outlines. If necessary, rent the film and rewatch. Remember that this counts as a major writing grade!

This week is EOCT week and follows a different schedule. 4th and 5th periods will meet daily, however.

Journal Entry

EOCT

1st and 7th

We will begin our new unit on Social Responsibility (across cultures and throughout history).

Distribution of excerpt from A Clockwork Orange.

1) You will need to respond to the questions at the end of the text.

2) Much of the language in this text

is gibberish based on the slavic languages. Decipher from

repetition of words in different contexts what those words mean.

3) Consider how this text fits our essential question for this unit.

EOCT

2nd and 6th

Matrix Outline Due (notes from the film days in class must be submitted with your outlines, as well as a rough draft).

Discussion of excerpt from yesterday. I will place you in groups to respond to the number question that corresponds to your group. We will take the last 30 minutes of class to discuss your conclusions. If needed, we will conclude discussion tomorrow.

EOCT

3rd and 4th/5th

Conclusion of discussion for A Clockwork Orange.

Distribution of Jonathan Swift's A Modest Proposal. We will read the text together allowing for you to annotate as I read.

Conclusion of discussion for Swift's essay.

March 2009

SNOW DAY: NO SCHOOL

Journal Entry

We will view about 30 minutes of a documentary entitled The Lost Boys of Sudan once journal have concluded.

HW: None.

Discussion of pages 11-37.

HW: Complete Part 1 of text.

In class discussion for the remainder of Part I of They Poured Fire...

Today you will view the remainder of The Lost Boys of Sudan.

In class discussion over pages 75-107 in They Poured Fire...

HW: Read pages 124-144 by Wednesday

I will be out today working in TAG. You will be given time in class to read. You should begin preparing for the quiz (which you know you have if you read this web site:) ) If you are caught up with reading and feel confident, use this time to review grammar or work on other classes' assignments.

Discussion of pages 108-144. Any left over time you may use to prepare for your quiz or to ask questions.

Pop Quiz over what you have read thus far.

HW: Read through page 194.

Research papers returned for 4th period in what I am calling "Operation Shock and Awe" I know I was shocked--not so much awed...

Submit Research Papers (not annotated bibliography) to Turnitin.com

IF you don't have an id, select "new user", register, and then add our class.

Class id: 2656590 (4th period)

2656593 (5th period)

Password: bennettrocks

TEACHER WORK DAY; NO SCHOOL!

Journal Entry

Discussion through page 194. It is my goal that 5th period will get back your research papers by this date.

HW: Read through 206

Discussion through 206.

HW: Read TPF through page 224 (the end of Part Two).

Discussion through part two.

HW: Read 227-240.

Discussion of yesterday's reading.

HW: 241-258

Discussion through 258.

HW: Read through the end of

Part III.

Journal Entry

Letter to the Editor: You will write a letter to the editor of The Speculator regarding an article in the latest issue. Due at the end of class.

Discussion through Part III.

By Thursday, make sure you have completed the book. We will meet in the library on Wednesday due to PLC day and a large class (4th and 5th combined). You will have time to read in the library.

PLC Early Release Day

In class reading day.

Discussion of the remainder of novel.

Study Guide Distributed for Tuesday's Test.

You will have today to work with partners to complete the study guide. Remember that all discussion is fair game, the guide is just that--a guide. We will go over any questions you have from the study guide on Monday.

Review for test. I will respond to questions which you have attempted to answer. Any changes to study guide will be discussed today.

HW: Study for test!!!

Essay Question: In a well constructed paragraph, discuss how Alepho proves to be the most dynamic Lost Boy in They Poured Fire.

Test!

Viewing of God Grew Tired of Us

We will draw connection between this and the text we have read as we view.

Viewing of God Grew Tired of Us

We will draw connection between this and the text we have read as we view.

Viewing of God Grew Tired of Us

We will draw connection between this and the text we have read as we view.

February 2009

Journal Entry #3

Discussion of Kite Runner Chapters 10 and 11.

HW: Read Chapter 13

In class reading of Chapter 14 of Kite Runner.

You may use extra time to work on revising your drafts for your research project. Be certain to follow the Final Checklist as you make changes to your papers.

HW: Plagiarism statement must be signed and returned by the research project due date.

Today you will have several options as to how best to utilize your time: You may read and annotate those chapters assigned but yet unread in Kite Runner; you may continue revising and working on your research project; or you may catch up on journal entries assigned but not yet completed.

I will meet with those individuals needing help in the research process and will answer questions pertaining to completed drafts.

Discussion of Chapters 12-14 in Kite Runner. Be certain to bring your annotations to class to further our discussion of character, culture, and themes.

In class reading of chapters 15 and 16.

HW: Read chapter 17.

Final Draft of Research Papers DUE. No Exceptions: Must be submitted by 2 PM directly to me, or 4 PM to the main office with a time and date stamp.

Discussion of chapters 15-17 of Kite Runner.

Grammar review: Parts of Speech.

HW: Read chapters 18-22 of Kite Runner.

Discussion of last night's reading.

Journal Entry #4

Research Paper DUE. No Exceptions!

Discussion of Chapters 18-20.

In Class reading of Chapter 21. We will discuss as we read.

Discussion through Chapter 22.

HW: Finish The Kite Runner by Tuesday of next week. .

Viewing of Kite Runner.

Continued.

Pep Rally Schedule

President's Day: NO SCHOOL

We will finish Kite Runner, both the film and discussion of the novel.

Distribution of Test Study Guide

The Essay Question is the Ch. 25 question from your study guide. You may bring the essay with you to class to give you more time answer test questions.

Test Review

TEST!!

Today we will begin viewing Hotel Rwanda. This film prefaces the novel They Poured Fire on Us from the Sky which is about another genocide in Africa resulting in one million + deaths.

Continuation Hotel Rwanda.

Conclusion of Hotel Rwanda. Distribution of novel They Poured Fire on Us From the Sky.

We will focus on culture, metaphors, implications, characterization, and history. Be prepared to annotate: BRING POST IT NOTES!

PLC DAY: In Class reading and discussion from novel.

HW: Read Introduction to novel.

Assembly: Tip Tap Two in celebration of Black History Month.

Discussion of novel thus far. And in class reading through Chapter 2.

HW: Read through page 37.

January 2009

Teacher Work Day

Students do not have class.

Conclusion of Crash from Fall Semester

Distribution of Books

Assignment and Discussion concerning Research Project.

See Links:

Overview

Specifics and notable dates

4th Period: Time in Library to begin research.

By the end of the day, you should have narrowed down your topic and chosen a partner if applicable.

5th Period: Journal Entry #1

Review of Gerunds and Diagramming.

4th Period: Time in Library to continue research.

You should e-mail yourself links to articles of interest. Bring change if you intend to print copies today.

5th Period: Time in Library to begin research.

4th Period: Journal Entry #1

Discussion of Formulaic Writing

Handouts on Paraphrasing and Quoting

5th Period: Time in library to continue research. You should e-mail yourself links to articles of interest. Bring change if you intend to print copies today.

Today we will discuss quotations and how to correctly incorporate them into your writing. We will practice a few exercises to reinforce concepts presented.

Keep in mind that you need to be gathering sources for your research project as they are all due on Friday, the 16th.

HW: Continue working on research project.

Distribution of Kite Runner. As you continue researching independently, we will be reading our first novel. Topics discussed will include: culture, themes including coming of age and identity, characterization, and style.

We will read Chapters 1 and 2 in class today.

HW: Continue working on research project.

Exercises on how to paraphrase and parenthetically cite sources.

In class reading of Kite Runner, chapters 3 and 4. Finish any reading left over for homework.

HW: Continue working on research project.

Discussion today of Chapters 3-4 of Kite Runner.

Follow up to exercises on on how to paraphrase.

Sources for Research Project Due. Any time remaining will be utilized informally annotating your sources for the research project.

HW: Continue working on research project.

MLK DAY: NO SCHOOL

Viewing of Presidential Inauguration for 1/2 of period.

Discussion of Chapters 3-4 of Kite Runner.

HW: Continue working

on research project; read chapter 5 in KR

Discussion of CH 5 in KR

Today you will begin organizing your research into a coherent outline. Sources must have been read and informally annotated by this date to effectually create and outline.

Any extra time available today will be utilized writing formal annotations for your sources.

HW: Continue working

on research project.

In class reading of Chapters 6 and 7 of Kite Runner. Discussion will take place as we read.

Four formal annotations should be written and submitted by tomorrow.

HW: Continue working on research project.

Four formal annotations due.

Remainder of annotations should be written and brought to class tomorrow. While these do not have to be final drafts, the annotations should be as accurate as possible for peer review to be effective.

HW: Continue working on research project; read CH 8-9 of KR

Discussion of Chapters 8 and 9 of Kite Runner.

Completed draft of annotated bibliography due, including bibliographic entry and paragraph stating the scope of the sources.

Time will be given today for peer review of the annotated bibliography.

HW: Continue working on research project, writing a draft of the synthesis paper (due Tuesday). Also, read chapters 8 and 9 in Kite Runner.

In class reading of Kite Runner Chapter 10. If time allows, a quiz will be given today. If not, expect a Pop Quiz tomorrow over chapters 1-10.

Rough Draft of Synthesis Paper due. Time will be given today for partners and objective bystanders to read the paper and ensure formulaic writing is followed, as well as appropriate synthesis, grammar, voice, punctuation, etc. is followed.

Pop Quiz.

Either a pop quiz (see Wednesday's note) or continuation of reading in Kite Runner. If the latter, we will read chapters 11 and 12 and discuss in class.

Final Peer edit of Synthesis paper and Annotated bibliography. Both must be brought to class.

HW: Final Draft of research paper. Also, read chapters 13 and 14 of Kite Runner.

Journal Entry #3

Discussion of Kite Runner Chapters 10 and 11.

HW: Read Chapter 13

In class reading of Chapter 14 of Kite Runner.

You may use extra time to work on revising your drafts for your research project. Be certain to follow the Final Checklist as you make changes to your papers.

HW: Plagiarism statement must be signed and returned by the research project due date.

I will meet with those individuals needing help in the research process and will answer questions pertaining to completed drafts.

Discussion of Chapters 12-14 in Kite Runner. Be certain to bring your annotations to class to further our discussion of character, culture, and themes.

In class reading of chapters 15 and 16.

HW: Read chapter 17.

Discussion of Chapters 18-19.

Grammar Review: Parts of Speech and Diagramming.

HW: Read Chapters 20-22 of Kite Runner.

Final Draft of Research Papers DUE. No Exceptions: Must be submitted by 2 PM directly to me, or 4 PM to the main office with a time and date stamp.

Discussion of chapters 15-17 of Kite Runner.

Grammar review: Parts of Speech.

HW: Read chapters 18-19 of Kite Runner.

Discussion of last night's reading.

Grammar Review: Parts of Speech (including verbals) and Diagramming.

December 2008

Journal Entry #4

LAST ENTRY FOR SEMESTER!!

Distribution of The Kite Runner. Read chapter one.

Awesome grammar web site added to my helpful links on the main page...check it out!

Final Draft of Research Paper DUE!

NO LATE PAPERS, NO EXCEPTIONS!

In class discussion of chapter one and reading of chapters 2 and 3. Read chapter four for HW.

Discussion of Chapters 3 & 4.

TAKE NOTES! THIS IS HALF OF YOUR FINAL EXAM!

Time allotted in class for you to begin reading tonight's homework: Chapters 5 and 6.

Discussion of Chapters 5 &6.

We will read in class together chapter 7. If time allows we will go ahead and discuss.

HW: Read chapters 8 and 9.

POP QUIZ!

We will discuss chapters 8 and 9.

HW: Read Chapters 10-12.

Discussion of Weekend Reading.

HW: Read chapter 13.

Discussion of Ch. 13.

We will read 14, 15, an 16 in class together.

HW: 17-19

Visit from John Madut, a Lost Boy from Sudan

Discussion of Ch. 17-19.

HW: 20-21

KITE RUNNER PORTION OF FINAL EXAM

STUDY GUIDE

Discussion of Chapters 20-21.

In class reading of chapter 22.

HW: Read 23.

We will discuss Chapter 23 in class and read 24 together.

HW: Read 24 and 25.

Discussion of Ch. 24 and 25.

Begin Review for Final Exam.

Second Half of Review

Review Day

50% of final is Kite Runner

25% is Grammar

25 % is a combination of cumulative review and a reading passage with which you are unfamiliar.

Essay Questions:

Choose one of the following and answer in a complete, cohesive paragraph.

1) Assef refers to America as a whore. Using Assef’s logic and core value system, discuss how the term/image “Whore” reflects his idea of America. You might also wish to discuss why it is necessary for us, as Americans, to be able to see this more cynical view of America.

2) The Kite Runner begins and ends with scenes of kite running. Why do you think the author chooses to frame the novel with these scenes? It is necessary to consider the theme and/or purpose of the novel in your analysis.

1^st and 7^th Exams

3^rd and 4^th/5^th Exams

2nd and 6^thExams

November

Review for Test

Essay Question: In a well constructed paragraph, discuss how Alepho proves to be the most dynamic Lost Boy in They Poured Fire.

Election Day: No School

Test

Reading and Analysis of Obama’s acceptance speech and McCain’s concession speech. You are to look for tone, reference, quotes that are likely to have historical significance, what those quotes say about the man, and any other details that you find significant.

You will then write a journal entry from a positive standpoint on the historical significance of this presidential election. Feel free to include what changes you feel the next 4 years are likely to bring. This will be fun to look back on 4 years from now!

In class viewing of Sometimes in April as follow up to novel on Sudanese conflict. You will gain insight into the determination of race markers for those of the same race, how power and race play powerful factors in civil wars, and how the ignorance of the world can wreak devastation on people in need.

Continuation of Sometimes in April.

Follow up of film with discussion.

Today we will begin the research project by beginning with a discussion of formulaic writing.

Distribution of Research Project guidelines.

We will go over the research project today. You will work in the library to find a topic of interest; topic must be of international concern and cannot be anything from the past 3 years or the Iraq War due to lack of objective information in print.

Meet in Library

By today, you will have chosen your research topic and partner if applicable.

Your topic of choice should be submitted to me today, along with the person with whom you have chosen to work.

Meet in Library to continue research.

HW: Annotate articles. Have all articles selected and annotated by Wednesday.

Journal Entry #11

Discussion of how to incorporate quotations into research writing, including proper MLA documentation.

HW: Annotate articles.

Discussion of the Annotated Bibliography.

Discussion will resume for your research papers; today we will specifically address how to paraphrase information and document your work.

We will read a brief article and review an annotated bibliographic entry already written as an example.

HW: Continue and conclude annotating articles for research.

Annotated Articles due for research paper (you should have two copies of each article if working with a partner) . Number due depend upon number of people in group. See Research Guidelines for specifics.

Time given in class today to work on an outline. You should organize your research topic into specific supporting topics which will be addressed in your paper. Those topics will form your paragraph foci.

Time given in class to work on bibliographic entries for Annotated Bibliography.

HW: Conclude your bibliographic entries and bring to class tomorrow. The partner responsible for typing the Annotated Bibliography will need these over the weekend in order to put your work together.

Rough Drafts of Annotated Bibliographic Entries due.

Class Work: Work on compiling Annotate Bibliography, making corrections as needed.

Also, begin working on Rough draft of research paper, using the outline as a guide to your writing. If you divvy up the paper by paragraphs, you will need to make sure flow is correct on Monday once you have all the pieces of the paper in front of you.

Today you will work with your partner to determine how to transition your ideas from each paragraph to the next. Reference notes from our discussion on Formulaic writing to transition effectively.

Journal Entry # 12

Rough Drafts of Research Paper Due.

Peer editing will take place today and you will be given time in class to work with your partner to determine final changes.

Thanksgiving Break

NO SCHOOL

Thanksgiving Break

NO SCHOOL

Thanksgiving Break

NO SCHOOL

Distribution of Kite Runner

Time given to finalize changes on research project.

Journal Entry # 13

Final Draft of Research Paper and Annotated Bibliography due.

October 2008

2^nd Typed Rough Draft of College Application Essay due (10 percent of final Paper Grade!).

Continued discussion of Clause types and verbals.

60 Minutes Clip on The Lost Boys.

Discussion as to how best to take notes on They Poured Fire on Us from the Sky

As you read this novel, you should be looking for cultural characteristics and making connections with your own, historical significance, literary devices, and characterization.

Distribution of above novel.

Time will be given in class to begin reading the Introduction and Chapter One from the novel. Finish for HW as needed.

Discussion of the introduction and Chapter One of TPF

Today we will begin a Documentary entitled The Lost Boys

HW: Read Ch.2-5 by Tuesday

We will continue with our documentary today.

Conclusion of Documentary if necessary.

Discussion of novel up to page 50.

Journal entry #6 if time permits.

Conclusion of discussion through page 50. Time will be given in class to read as you need to have read through page 101 of text by tomorrow.

Pop Quiz, open notes on what you have read thus far.

Discussion concerning page 51-101 of text.

HW: Read through page 162 by Monday.

Teacher Work Day-- Students OFF

Journal Entry #7

Discussion of reading through page 85.

Viewing of 30 Days. A Christian Man subjects himself to the Islamic faith for 30 Days and learns a lot about himself and others.

PSAT/ Early Release/Senior Skip Day

No Class. Film will be shown in Auditorium for those students attending school.

Group work on TPF; In-Class discussion up to page 135.

Grammar Review

HW: Have read through page 185 by Monday

Journal #8

Discussion of They Poured Fire

Continued discussion of They Poured Fire

HW: Read through page 212 by Friday.

Today we will go over the Grammar Review.

Continuation of Grammar: Focus on Noun Positions and Diagramming simple sentences.

In Class Discussion up to page 212.

HW: Read up to page 241 by Monday in TPF.

Journal # 9

Journals will be graded this week! Make sure they are on topic, complete, and in the classroom!

Discussion of TPF up through 241.

HW: Read and annotate through page 258.

In class discussion of pages 241-258 of TPF.

I will give you some grammar work on Verbals as review. Some questions will also refer back to our discussion on noun positions. Due Thursday.

HW: Read up to page 269.

Quiz over readings from pages 185-269.

We will correct quizzes in class anonymously.

Discussion of pages 259-269.

HW: Conclude book and be prepared to discuss for Friday's class.

Quizzes to be returned today.

Discussion of TPF up to page 285.

Today we will conclude discussion on They Poured Fire on Us from the Sky.

Review Guide for test will be distributed in class and posted here by Friday.

Test on Wednesday, November 5th with in-class review on Monday, November 3rd.

September 2008

Labor Day Holiday

Journal Entry #3

We will continue discussion of the Hero's Journey using Joseph Campbell's theory of Archetypes

Conclusion of discussion and notes for Hero's Journey

Introduction and conclusion to Campbell's Characteristics of the Archetypal Hero

Distribution of Archetype Power Point Project

Begin Viewing of The Matrix

You will write an in depth outline of Neo and his journey, preempting the outline you are expected to submit for Harry Potter.

Matrix Cont'd

Hercules Take Home quizzes will be returned today.

Conclusion of The Matrix

Journal Entry #4

if time permits

Matrix Outlines due

Grammar Sentence of the week:

Continued practice with diagramming.

Computer Lab time will be given to work on Power Point Presentations

Matrix Outlines will be returned today and we will take time to discuss.

Journal Entry #5

Discussion of The Matrix and Neo's Archetypal Journey and character traits of the hero.

Power Point Presentations due

Archetypal Hero PowerPoint Presentations begin today.

Archetypal Hero PowerPoint Presentations

Discussion of Hercules in depth concerning stages of the journey and the hero.

Harry Potter Outlines taken today for my perusal if you seek input. Not required!

Conclusion of discussion over Hercules

Continuation of Presentations

Formal outlines due with Rubrics as the start of class

In-Class Expository Essay: The Harry Potter Essay

one 3" x 5" note card allowed with one side written, typed, etc.

Journals will be graded and entered today!

Extra Credit Harry Potter Book donations accepted through today.

6 Week Grades due to be exported today!

If necessary, Presentations will be concluded today.

HW: Bring in 1-3 College App. Prompts for class for schools to which you are applying. If you have already turned your apps in, find essay prompts for scholarships for which you intend to apply.

DUE: College App Prompts

Discussion of the College Application Essay

College Application Essay

I will go over a few examples of not-so-good essays and we will discuss good foundations and how to build properly.

Examination of two good college essays as well as discussion of the three types of prompts and how to respond to each.

Time given in class for brainstorming.

See Packet for Details

Typed Rough Draft of College Application du (HW grade).

We will peer edit in class today. 2^nd rough with corrections from Peer Editing will be due Wednesday.

Journal Entry #6

Projected Date for College Application Essays to be returned to you is October 13^th.

*These may be resubmitted to me for up to half of the points missed.

Grammar: Sentence of the Week; Identification of Clause Types; Review of positions of Nouns

HW: Complete 2nd draft of College Application

2^nd Typed Rough Draft of College Application Essay due (10 percent of final Paper Grade!).

Continued discussion of Clause types and verbals.

60 Minutes Clip on The Lost Boys.

Discussion as to how best to take notes on They Poured Fire on Us from the Sky

As you read this novel, you should be looking for cultural characteristics and making connections with your own, historical significance, literary devices, and characterization.

Distribution of above novel.

Time will be given in class to begin reading the Introduction and Chapter One from the novel. Finish for HW as needed.

Discussion of the introduction and Chapter One of TPF

Today we will begin a Documentary entitled The Lost Boys

HW: Read Ch.2-5 by Tuesday

August 2008

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5 T E A C H E R

6 W O R K

7 W E E K

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First Day of Senior Year!!

36 Weeks and Counting...

Meet n’ Greet—we’ll do something at least mildly entertaining while getting to know one another.

Discussion of Character—not characterization, but your own, personal. Thus begins our mini introductory unit!

Distribution of “Why Don’t We Complain”; Complete reading for homework.

Distribution of Syllabus: discussion of classroom policies and procedures

Distribution of Machiavelli’s “Morals of the Prince”

HW: Read and Annotate the above

Distribution of text books

Discussion of “Morals of the Prince”

Conclusion of discussion. Introduction of Grammar Sentence:

Nearly 2.5 million spectators will be in bejing for this years olympic games

Complete Parts of Speech (P.o.S), punctuation, and capitalization.

35 Weeks and Counting...

English Supplies due (see syllabus)

Grammar

Today we will identify nouns in sentences and how those nouns function: subject, objects, predicate nominative, appositive

Distribution of “The Ways We Lie”

Journal #1

We will discuss in detail how to go about your journal assignment for each week. It is suggested you write these instructions in your journal, but they are here as a link for you if you choose to download them.

Begin discussion of "The Ways We Lie"

Conclude Discussion for "The Ways We Lie"

Why Read and Write? Glad you asked! Let’s read about it and discuss…

Conclude discussion if needed

Grammar Sentence:

us coach mike krzyzewski and his all-star basketball team should win a gold medal

P.o.S, punctuation, capitalization

Introduction to diagramming if time permits

OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT!!

34 Weeks and Counting...

Journal Entry #2

Grammar “Determination” (fancy word for quiz—just want to see what you do or don’t knowJ--no harm to your grade with this one)

Sentence of the Week:

PoS

Definition of Archetype by Carl Jung

Discussion of Archetypal Characters/Women/Themes and connection to lit. and film

Sentence of the Week

Part of the Sentence

Archetypal Characters/themes continued if needed

Discussion of the Archetypal Hero and the Lord Raglan Scale

HW: Read Myth of Hercules and complete take home quiz.

Sentence of the Week

Punctuation and Capitalization

Quiz Due

Continuation of discussion in light of clips from Disney's Hercules

HW: write 1/2 page response about the incontinuities between Disney's movie and the text you read.

Response Due

Discussion on the Hero's Journey