I hope all of you had a very nice Easter!
The week of April 13th-April 17th will be a busy one!
In L.A. we will kick off the second half of our poetry unit. Students will be using their creativity and talent to put together a theme portfolio, consisting of original poetry, a short story excerpt, song lyrics, published poetry, and a quote all focused on a theme of their choice. Students will be analyzing all of their selections, connecting them to their theme and to them personally. Students will be given 5 days in class to work on their portfolios.
***This assignment has always proven to be a favorite of mine and students alike, since it allows students flexibility and allows their unique personalities to shine. The portfolio requirements are listed below:
THEME PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS
***Your theme portfolio will be based on a theme which you chose. Everything in your portfolio will be a reflection of that theme and how it relates to you. This is meant to be a personal, reflective project.
****This assignment will be due on Tuesday, April 21st, and will be worth 130 points.
You must include the following in your portfolio:
1. A cover which includes your theme and your name
2. A formal introduction of at least 200 words which explains why you chose your theme, how it relates to you, and what you hope to accomplish through this project.
3. A table of contents which organizes your entries
4. At least two poems you have selected from a published author
5. At least two original poems you have written
6. At least one slogan (original or published)
7. The lyrics from at least one song
8. A literary excerpt (short story or novel)
9. An analysis of each entry explaining why you chose it, how it relates to the theme, and in turn, how it relates to you
10. A formal closing of at least 200 words which explains your feelings about your portfolio, and what you think you accomplished through doing the project
11. A bibliography including each borrowed piece of literature or music
***This project should be FREE OF ERRORS, attractive, professional looking, and must be typed. ( If computers are available, some class time will be designated for this).
In reading, we will continue reading and discussing Romeo and Juliet. The Act III quiz will be on Monday, and we should finish Act IV by the end of the week.
***Poor Romeo and Juliet are in dire straights. Romeo has been banished from Verona for killing Juliet's cousin, Tybalt, and Capulet has promised Paris he can now marry Juliet! Oh no! Stay tuned to see if the Friar can help them survive these circumstances, or if their fate is already sealed................
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Sunday, April 5, 2009
What's happening in class?
I hope everyone had a great break! I loved spending the week in the Caribbean! It was very hard to come back to snow!! :(
The week of April 6th will be a short one! Students do not have school on Tuesday, due to teacher inservice, and we all have off on Friday.
In L.A. I will be introducing our next book report, and students will be working on it in class, and presenting the final products this week.
In reading, we will continue reading and discussing Romeo and Juliet, Act III. Romeo and Juliet are now married. Will this fact bring the two families together, or tear them apart? Tune in to find out!
The week of April 6th will be a short one! Students do not have school on Tuesday, due to teacher inservice, and we all have off on Friday.
In L.A. I will be introducing our next book report, and students will be working on it in class, and presenting the final products this week.
In reading, we will continue reading and discussing Romeo and Juliet, Act III. Romeo and Juliet are now married. Will this fact bring the two families together, or tear them apart? Tune in to find out!
Sunday, March 22, 2009
What's happening in class?
One more week before spring break! Yahoo! :)
In L.A, students are presenting their persuasive speeches beginning on Tuesday! On Monday, we will review speech requirements and the speech rubric, and choose numbers to decide the order of speakers. Additionally, we will discuss delivery-voice, eye contact, enthusiasm and poise.
In reading, we will continue to read and discuss Romeo and Juliet. Romeo and Juliet have just found out, after they have fallen madly in love of course, that they are each other's arch enemy. What will become of their relationship? Will love overcome their families' age old hatred for each other, or are they doomed??
The Act II quiz will be on Friday, March 27th.
Here's to a great week!
In L.A, students are presenting their persuasive speeches beginning on Tuesday! On Monday, we will review speech requirements and the speech rubric, and choose numbers to decide the order of speakers. Additionally, we will discuss delivery-voice, eye contact, enthusiasm and poise.
In reading, we will continue to read and discuss Romeo and Juliet. Romeo and Juliet have just found out, after they have fallen madly in love of course, that they are each other's arch enemy. What will become of their relationship? Will love overcome their families' age old hatred for each other, or are they doomed??
The Act II quiz will be on Friday, March 27th.
Here's to a great week!
Sunday, March 15, 2009
What's happening in class?
I hope everyone enjoyed the beautiful weather this weekend!
The week of March 16th through March 20th will focus on preparation for persuasive speeches and finishing the first Act of Romeo and Juliet.
In language arts we will be researching speech topics in the IMC, putting together outlines, and formulating bibliographies. Below you will find the requirements for the persuasive speech:
LANGUAGE ARTS 8
PERSUASIVE SPEECH REQUIREMENTS
1. The speech must be 4-5 minutes long. YOUR GRADE WILL DROP A FULL GRADE IF YOU DO NOT STAY WITHIN THE DESIGNATED TIME FRAME.
2. You must use your OUTLINE, placed on NOTECARDS, to deliver your speech.
3. Eye contact is crucial for persuasion. Do not read from your note cards. Use them as a guide only. Reading your speech will result in a grade NO HIGHER than a D.
4. You must have a catchy introduction and a solid conclusion. DO NOT use the words "My speech is on..." or "I'm going to try to persuade you..." in your introduction, nor "I have just given you..." or "I have just told you..." in your conclusion.
5. Your persuasive purpose or intent must be CLEAR. It should be stated in your thesis statement, which is the last sentence in your introduction. Take a stand on an issue and convince your audience to side with you.
6. Be prepared to go on the day you are assigned. Failure to present your speech at that time will result in a ZERO.
7. You will be graded on delivery, length of speech, and persuasiveness.
8. Give me your final draft outline and bibliography on the day you deliver your speech, right before you begin speaking. You will need 2 copies of your outline. One typed to give to me, and one placed on note cards to use during your speech.
9. You must use at least five sources for your speech. You may not use two of the same source. For example, you may not use two Newsweek magazines.
10. You should use approximately 10 pieces of borrowed information in your speech, citing your source for each borrowed piece of information.
11. You will have approximately 5 class periods to do research. Any additional research must be done on your own time.
12. Speeches will begin on Tuesday, March 24th. Good luck!!!!!!
The week of March 16th through March 20th will focus on preparation for persuasive speeches and finishing the first Act of Romeo and Juliet.
In language arts we will be researching speech topics in the IMC, putting together outlines, and formulating bibliographies. Below you will find the requirements for the persuasive speech:
LANGUAGE ARTS 8
PERSUASIVE SPEECH REQUIREMENTS
1. The speech must be 4-5 minutes long. YOUR GRADE WILL DROP A FULL GRADE IF YOU DO NOT STAY WITHIN THE DESIGNATED TIME FRAME.
2. You must use your OUTLINE, placed on NOTECARDS, to deliver your speech.
3. Eye contact is crucial for persuasion. Do not read from your note cards. Use them as a guide only. Reading your speech will result in a grade NO HIGHER than a D.
4. You must have a catchy introduction and a solid conclusion. DO NOT use the words "My speech is on..." or "I'm going to try to persuade you..." in your introduction, nor "I have just given you..." or "I have just told you..." in your conclusion.
5. Your persuasive purpose or intent must be CLEAR. It should be stated in your thesis statement, which is the last sentence in your introduction. Take a stand on an issue and convince your audience to side with you.
6. Be prepared to go on the day you are assigned. Failure to present your speech at that time will result in a ZERO.
7. You will be graded on delivery, length of speech, and persuasiveness.
8. Give me your final draft outline and bibliography on the day you deliver your speech, right before you begin speaking. You will need 2 copies of your outline. One typed to give to me, and one placed on note cards to use during your speech.
9. You must use at least five sources for your speech. You may not use two of the same source. For example, you may not use two Newsweek magazines.
10. You should use approximately 10 pieces of borrowed information in your speech, citing your source for each borrowed piece of information.
11. You will have approximately 5 class periods to do research. Any additional research must be done on your own time.
12. Speeches will begin on Tuesday, March 24th. Good luck!!!!!!
In reading, we will finish reading Act I in Romeo and Juliet on Monday, and take the Act I quiz on Wednesday.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
What's happening in class?
The week of March 9th through March 12th will be a busy one!
In L.A., we will be beginning our persuasive speech unit.
On Monday we will go through speech requirements and discuss topic ideas.
On Tuesday, we will select speech topics and discuss thesis statements.
On Wednesday, we will determine thesis statements.
On Thursday of this week, Miss. Hagensee will provide a reseach introduction in preparation for next week's individual student research.
In reading, we will be starting my favorite play, Romeo and Juliet!! This Shakespearian play has it all: LOVE! ROMANCE! DECEPTION! INTRIGUE! DESTRUCTION! DEATH! and HOPE!
We will be reading the modern version of the play, but I will be hi-lighting famous quotes in Shakespeare's language, and students will eventually be memorizing and performing these quotes. The Romeo and Juliet unit will include the reading of the entire play out loud, with students choosing new parts each day, and indepth discussion of the play, including plot analysis, and character motivation.
Throughout the play, we will be noting similarities and differences between Romeo and Juliet and West Side Story. The unit will also consist of ACT 1 through ACT 5 quizzes, and a final comprehensive test.
In L.A., we will be beginning our persuasive speech unit.
On Monday we will go through speech requirements and discuss topic ideas.
On Tuesday, we will select speech topics and discuss thesis statements.
On Wednesday, we will determine thesis statements.
On Thursday of this week, Miss. Hagensee will provide a reseach introduction in preparation for next week's individual student research.
In reading, we will be starting my favorite play, Romeo and Juliet!! This Shakespearian play has it all: LOVE! ROMANCE! DECEPTION! INTRIGUE! DESTRUCTION! DEATH! and HOPE!
We will be reading the modern version of the play, but I will be hi-lighting famous quotes in Shakespeare's language, and students will eventually be memorizing and performing these quotes. The Romeo and Juliet unit will include the reading of the entire play out loud, with students choosing new parts each day, and indepth discussion of the play, including plot analysis, and character motivation.
Throughout the play, we will be noting similarities and differences between Romeo and Juliet and West Side Story. The unit will also consist of ACT 1 through ACT 5 quizzes, and a final comprehensive test.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
What's happening in class?
The week of March 3rd through March 6th is all about ISAT testing!
Last week, students did an excellent job of preparing for the reading and writing tests. I'm hoping all their hard work pays off!
During L.A. and reading this week, we will begin a new combination unit, comparing Romeo and Juliet and West Side Story. We will be watching the 1961 Oscar Award winning musical this week, discussing it as we go.
Students will be provided with a detailed study guide for the movie, and on Monday, 9th, they will take the West Side Story quiz. ***See the link below for interesting information on this fantastic musical!
http://www.westsidestory.com/
Last week, students did an excellent job of preparing for the reading and writing tests. I'm hoping all their hard work pays off!
During L.A. and reading this week, we will begin a new combination unit, comparing Romeo and Juliet and West Side Story. We will be watching the 1961 Oscar Award winning musical this week, discussing it as we go.
Students will be provided with a detailed study guide for the movie, and on Monday, 9th, they will take the West Side Story quiz. ***See the link below for interesting information on this fantastic musical!
http://www.westsidestory.com/
Monday, February 23, 2009
What's happening in class?
This week in L.A. and reading we will be doing power ISAT testing preparation! :)
In L.A., students will receive a complete review on how to write detailed, well structured, insightful persuasive and personal narrative essays. They will also have practice runs on writing in a timed environment and will receive credit for their work.
In reading, students will receive a complete review on how to read an excerpt in order to glean as much meaning as possible from the text, how to effectively take multiple choice question tests, and how to write a well thought out, detailed reading extended response. They will also have practice runs on writing in a timed environment and will receive credit for their work.
Let the fun begin!!
In L.A., students will receive a complete review on how to write detailed, well structured, insightful persuasive and personal narrative essays. They will also have practice runs on writing in a timed environment and will receive credit for their work.
In reading, students will receive a complete review on how to read an excerpt in order to glean as much meaning as possible from the text, how to effectively take multiple choice question tests, and how to write a well thought out, detailed reading extended response. They will also have practice runs on writing in a timed environment and will receive credit for their work.
Let the fun begin!!
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