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ENGLISH 9A DAILY AGENDA 2014-2015 School Year| Trimester 1| Ms. Topp
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Tuesday, 09.02.2014 Name Tags KP Pep Talk KP Pep Talk Syllabus- Student/Parent sign page due FRIDAY! COMING UP: Ideal Classroom Independent Reading Overview I can… Follow simple directions Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Name Tags FAV FOOD FAV MOVIE/TV SHOW NAME (IN FAV COLOR) SOMETHING I LIKE HOW I SPEND MY TO DO TIME OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL
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Wednesday, 09.03.2014 Student Information Form Introductions Questions? Hour 5: Syllabus Independent Reading Overview Ideal Classroom #1 COMING UP: Independent Reading Proposal I can… Share relevant information about myself Collaborate with my peers and teacher to create classroom expectations and goals Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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What does your IDEAL CLASSROOM… LOOK like? FEEL like? SOUND like? SMELL like? TASTE like? Think about HOW you would use your FIVE SENSES in your IDEAL CLASSROOM.
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Thursday, 09.04.2014 Questions? Ideal Classroom #2 Independent Reading Proposal- Due TOMORROW! COMING UP: Independent Reading Proposal & Student/Parent Syllabus sign page DUE TOMORROW! I can… Collaborate with my peers and teacher to create classroom expectations and goals Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Things to DISCUSS What are your thoughts, feelings, and guidelines for… GROUP WORK CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT/CLIMATE TIMELINESS/TIME IN CLASS WORK TIME CELL PHONES MY ROLE MS. TOPP’S ROLE
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Friday, 09.05.2014 Hand In- IR Proposal & Syllabus Announcements IR Final Project Overview Ideal Classroom #3 Ms. Topp Introduction/Ms. Topp Answers First Week Questions/Reflections COMING UP: Notebook/Portfolio Set-Up IR Book Check-out I can… Collaborate with my peers and teacher to create classroom expectations and goals Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Monday’s Tasks TONIGHT! Football and Ice Cream Notebook Set-Up Portfolio Set-up Book Check-out Check-outs from IMC (limited copies) Bring book from home Being Independent Reading Hand in IR Proposal on Tuesday Attendance end of Hour, TOO!
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So Far, I am missing… (Hour 4) Suheb E. Josiah H. Rebecca P. Merissa G. Rebecca P. Parent- Sign Page Independent Reading Proposal Computer Log-in Issues?
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So Far, I am missing… (Hour 5) Jaden A. Matt B. Raphael B. Kaylee B. Hailey K. Wilson L. Ronald P. MOST OF YOU! Parent- Sign Page Independent Reading Proposal Computer Log-in Issues?
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Monday, 09.08.2014 Seating Chart Notebook Set-Up Portfolio Set-up Ideal Classroom #4 Hour 5- IR Final Project Overview & Ms. Topp Introduction Independent Reading Book Check-out COMING UP: Reading Efficiency #1 I can… Be organized and prepared for class by establishing my notebook and writing portfolio Collaborate with my peers and teacher to create classroom expectations and goals Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Notebook/Portfolio Set up Take 3 post-its or tab dividers EACH ONE SHOULD BE A DIFFERENT COLOR COLOR 1: READING LOG COLOR 2: ASSIGNMENTS COLOR 3: NOTES You will use these like “tabs” for our sections Divide your notebook into 3 EQUAL SECTIONS Take ONE FILE FOLDER AND ONE LABEL Write YOUR NAME and CLASS PERIOD on the label Put the label on the top of your file folder Hand in to Ms. Topp NOTEBOOK SET UPPORTFOLIO SET UP
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Tuesday, 09.09.2014 P4- Announcements Hand in IR proposal Announcements/Logistics Final Ideal Classroom Discussion Reading Efficiency #1 COMING UP: Plagiarism Web Quest Independent Reading I can… Collaborate with my peers and teacher to create classroom expectations and goals Utilize my reading and comprehension skills to improve my Reading Efficiency Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Announcements/Logistics Website Class Crate Hand-in Bin Ms. Topp Wall Bathroom Passes Tardies/Absences Learning Targets Lunch Schedule (4 th Hour)
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Wednesday, 09.10.2014 P4- Announcements Plagiarism Web Quest Independent Reading Reading Log 1 (Follow Guidelines) COMING UP: DWA Writing Assessment I can… Identify the components and follow BHS’ Academic Honesty Polic Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Thursday, 09.11.2014 P4- Announcements DWA Writing Assessment COMING UP: DWA Writing Assessment I can… Understand that writing prompts can and should be broken into parts to ensure the response is thorough and on topic. Write an essay with a clear beginning, a developed middle with adequate elaboration, and a logical conclusion. Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Friday, 09.12.2014 P4- Announcements DWA Writing Assessment Independent Reading Reading Log 1 (Follow Guidelines) Ms. Topp Check Book Choices Missing Work COMING UP: Short Stories Unit: Elements of Plot I can… Understand that writing prompts can and should be broken into parts to ensure the response is thorough and on topic. Write an essay with a clear beginning, a developed middle with adequate elaboration, and a logical conclusion. Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Reading Log Set up Go to the READING LOG tab in your notebook. REQUIREMENTS Date Title, author, pages read (start page- end page_ My Summary: Summary or what you read. Summarize only what you read today. Use 4-7 complete sentences minimum. My Thoughts: A thoughtful response to what you read for the day (see suggested prompts). Use 3-5 complete sentences minimum.
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Monday, 09.15.2014 LONG PEP FEST SCHEDULE P4- Announcements Check Reading Log #1 Introduction to Elements of Plot Introduction to Elements of Plot Elements of Fiction Types of Conflict Setting “The Sniper” Background COMING UP: “The Sniper” and Elements of Plot I can… Identify the elements of plot and apply them to the short story “The Sniper” Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Tuesday, 09.16.2014 “The Sniper” Elements of Fiction- Point of View HAND IN PACKET TOMORROW! COMING UP: Reading Efficiency #2 Independent Reading I can… Identify the elements of plot and apply them to the short story “The Sniper” Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Wednesday, 09.17.2014 TOMORROW Announcements “The Sniper” Elements of Fiction- Theme Reading Efficiency #2 Review/Discussion Independent Reading Reading Log Review COMING UP: Gates Reading Test Independent Reading I can… Identify the elements of plot and apply them to the short story “The Sniper” Utilize my reading and comprehension skills to improve my Reading Efficiency Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Reading Log Set up/Reminders Go to the READING LOG tab in your notebook. REQUIREMENTS Date Title, author, pages read (start page- end page) My Summary: Summary or what you read. Summarize only what you read today. Use 4-7 complete sentences minimum. My Thoughts: A thoughtful response to what you read for the day (see suggested prompts). Use 3-5 complete sentences minimum. DateTitle/AuthorPages ____ to _____My Summary (4-7 Sentences) My Thoughts/Reaction (3-5 Sentences)
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Thursday, 09.18.2014 P4- Announcements Ms. Topp is GONE! Gates Test (35 Minutes Timed) Independent Reading Reading Log #2 COMING UP: Elements of Plot Review I can… Utilize my reading and comprehension skills to improve my Reading Efficiency Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Friday, 09.19.2014 LONG PEP FEST P4- Announcements Plot Review/Wrap-up “The Sniper” Hand in Packet! View “The Sniper” View “The Sniper” Ms. Topp Answers Best Villain Intro COMING UP: Short Stories Unit: “The Most Dangerous Game” I can… Identify the elements of plot and apply them to the short story “The Sniper” Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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The Best Villain… Think about the BEST VILLAIN you know… Perhaps they’re from a movie, book, comic, or your own life. In your assignment section of your notebook, answer the following questions: 1.Who are they? Where are they from? 2.What do they look like? 3.What do they do as the villain? What is their purpose? 4.What qualities do they possess that makes them a good villain? 5.Pick one quality that you will share with the class.
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Monday, 09.22.2014 Best Villain Journal/Discussion Introduction to Foreshadowing Title Inferences Begin MDG COMING UP: Foreshadowing and MDG I can… Identify the elements of plot in “The Most Dangerous Game” Analyze the plot in order to gather textual evidence that demonstrates where and how the author creates tension and suspense Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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The Best Villain… Think about the BEST VILLAIN you know… Perhaps they’re from a movie, book, comic, or your own life. In your assignment section of your notebook, answer the following questions: 1.Who are they? Where are they from? 2.What do they look like? 3.What do they do as the villain? What is their purpose? 4.What qualities do they possess that makes them a good villain? 5.Pick one quality that you will share with the class.
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Tuesday, 09.23.2014 Elements of Fiction Mood Tone Suspense Continue MDG Elements of Plot/Foreshadowing Notes COMING UP: Reading Efficiency #3 Independent Reading I can… Identify the elements of plot in “The Most Dangerous Game” Analyze the plot in order to gather textual evidence that demonstrates where and how the author creates tension and suspense Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Wednesday, 09.24.2014 Reading Efficiency #3 HIGHLIGHT and # answers for Questions #6-10 Review/Discussion Independent Reading Reading Log #3 COMING UP: More MDG I can… Utilize my reading and comprehension skills to improve my Reading Efficiency Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Reading Log Set up/Reminders Go to the READING LOG tab in your notebook. REQUIREMENTS Date Title, author, pages read (start page- end page) My Summary: Summary or what you read. Summarize only what you read today. Use 4-7 complete sentences minimum. My Thoughts: A thoughtful response to what you read for the day (see suggested prompts). Use 3-5 complete sentences minimum. DateTitle/AuthorPages ____ to _____My Summary (4-7 Sentences) My Thoughts/Reaction (3-5 Sentences)
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Thursday, 09.25.2014 Finish MDG Elements of Fiction- Characters Complete MDG/Foreshadowing Worksheet- HAND IN! COMING UP: MDG & Film Compare and Contrast Independent Reading I can… Identify the elements of plot in “The Most Dangerous Game” Analyze the plot in order to gather textual evidence that demonstrates where and how the author creates tension and suspense Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Friday, 09.26.2014 MDG/Hunger Games Compare & Contrast HAND IN MDG Worksheet Ms. Topp Answers Independent Reading COMING UP: MDG On-Demand Writing I can… Compare and Contrast literary elements in film and story Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Most Dangerous Hunger Games In the assignment section of your notebook, Compare and Contrast “The Most Dangerous Game” and Hunger Games. Pay particular attention to: How people are selected for the games? What is the unfair advantage to those running the games? GZ to Rainsford Capital to Tributes Tribute to Tributes What elements are similar? What elements are very different?
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Ms. Topp Answers How tall are you? How old are you? Do you have a boyfriend? Are you married? How long? Do you have kids? What religion are you? Do you have any pets? Do you like animals? What is your favorite animal? If you could have any animal as a pet what would it be?
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Monday, 09.29.2014 Introduction to Argumentative Writing Writing Portfolios Begin MDG On-Demand Writing (Gather Evidence/Complete Outline) COMING UP: Finish MDG On-Demand Writing I can… Understand that writing prompts can and should be broken into parts to ensure the response is thorough and on topic Identify specific textual evidence to support claims Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Tuesday, 09.30.2014 MDG On-Demand Writing Make-up/Missing Work COMING UP: Reading Efficiency #4 Independent Reading I can… Identify specific textual evidence to support claims Write arguments to support claims I have made about substantive topics or texts, using reason and specific, relevant, evidence. Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Wednesday, 10.01.2014 Reading Efficiency #4 Use your BEST METHOD! Review/Discussion Independent Reading Reading Log #4 Ms. Topp Conferences Reading Log Check FRIDAY! COMING UP: Begin “Harrison Bergeron” I can… Utilize my reading and comprehension skills to improve my Reading Efficiency Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Reading Log Set up/Reminders Go to the READING LOG tab in your notebook. REQUIREMENTS Date Title, author, pages read (start page- end page) My Summary: Summary or what you read. Summarize only what you read today. Use 4-7 complete sentences minimum. My Thoughts: A thoughtful response to what you read for the day (see suggested prompts). Use 3-5 complete sentences minimum. DateTitle/AuthorPages ____ to _____My Summary (4-7 Sentences) My Thoughts/Reaction (3-5 Sentences)
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Thursday, 10.02.2014 Introduction to Theme What If We Were All Equal? What If We Were All Equal? Small Groups: Read “Harrison Bergeron” and Complete Assignment with “Handicaps”- Due Tomorrow! COMING UP: Theme and 2081 Independent Reading I can… Work with my peers to identify the theme and how the elements of plot contribute to the theme. Determine the theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail how it emerges in the text, develops over the course of the text, and is refined through details Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Friday, 10.03.2014 Complete “Handicap” Assignment (15 Minutes) 2081: What If? (Hour 4) HAND IN NOTEBOOKS! HB & 2081 Theme Discussion Ms. Topp Answers COMING UP: “Marigolds” I can… Determine the theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail how it emerges in the text, develops over the course of the text, and is refined through details Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Monday, 10.06.2014 Introduction to Inferences Silently Read “Beware of the Dog” (Page 688) Complete Inferences Chart- Be Prepared to Discuss TOMORROW! COMING UP: “Marigolds” and More Inferences! I can… Define and understand inferences Make inferences within a text based on textual evidence and background knowledge Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Tuesday, 10.07.2014 “Beware of the Dog” and Inferences (15 Minutes to Finish; 15 Minutes to Discuss) Partner Read “Marigolds” (Page 141) and Begin Partner Activity COMING UP: Reading Efficiency #5 Independent Reading I can… Make inferences within a text based on evidence and background knowledge Identify specific textual evidence to support my claims Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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“Marigolds” Inferences As you read “Marigolds” (page 141) with your partner, think about the specific characters: what they say, their actions, their motivations, etc. When you have completed the short story, DISCUSS and then WRITE about the following: 2 INFERENCES ABOUT CHARACTERS: Include textual evidence for each inference and an explanation of how this supports your inference. THEME: Explain one theme from the story and how the text led you to that theme. CLIMAX: Explain the climax to the story and how you know. What types (2-3) of character is Lizbeth? Explain. What types (2-3) of character is Ms. Lottie? Explain.
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Wednesday, 10.08.2014 Hand In Sniper Revisions SCHOOL IS FUN! Reading Efficiency #5 Use Your BEST METHOD! Review/Discussion Independent Reading Reading Log #5 COMING UP: Finish “Marigolds” Partner Activity Literary Terms Review- Quiz Friday I can… Utilize my reading and comprehension skills to improve my Reading Efficiency Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Thursday, 10.09.2014 Literary Terms Review Finish “Marigolds” Partner Activity COMING UP: Literary Terms Quiz TOMORROW! Independent Reading I can… Identify the Elements of Fiction and apply them to various pieces of literature Make inferences within a text based on evidence and background knowledge Identify specific textual evidence to support my claims Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Friday, 10.10.2014 Literary Terms Quiz MDG/Foreshadowing Review Independent Reading Reading Log #6 COMING UP: Make-Up Day “Marigolds” Revision Independent Reading I can… Identify the Elements of Fiction and apply them to various pieces of literature Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Reading Log Set up/Reminders Go to the READING LOG tab in your notebook. REQUIREMENTS Date Title, author, pages read (start page- end page) My Summary: Summary or what you read. Summarize only what you read today. Use 4-7 complete sentences minimum. My Thoughts: A thoughtful response to what you read for the day (see suggested prompts). Use 3-5 complete sentences minimum. DateTitle/AuthorPages ____ to ____ My Summary (4-7 Sentences) My Thoughts/Reaction (3-5 Sentences)
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Monday, 10.13.2014 Make-Up Day Marigold’s Revisions (EVERYONE) Make-Up Work or Independent Reading COMING UP: Independent Reading I can… Identify the Elements of Fiction and apply them to various pieces of literature Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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“ Marigolds” (page 141) Inferences Read the short story and then complete the following in the ASSIGNMENT SECTION of your notebook: 2 INFERENCES ABOUT CHARACTERS: Include textual evidence for each inference (and pg #) and an explanation of how this supports your inference. THEME: Explain one theme from the story and how the text led you to that theme. CLIMAX: Explain the climax to the story and explain how you know. What types (2-3) of character is Lizbeth? Explain. What types (2-3) of character is Ms. Lottie? Explain. SHOW MS. TOPP!
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Tuesday, 10.14.2014 Group Work Preferences Complete “Marigolds” Assignment in Notebooks Read “The Interlopers” (PG. 189) & Complete Elements of Plot Assignment-HAND IN TODAY! COMING UP: Next Monday: Begin School Uniform Essay Revisions I can… Identify the Elements of Fiction and apply them to various pieces of literature Daily Agenda Learning Targets HAVE A WONDERFUL LONG WEEKEND!
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Monday, 10.22.2014 School Uniform Essay Argumentative Writing/Essay Reminders Essay Rubric Sample Essays COMING UP: School Uniform Rough Draft Self-Evaluation “Slip or Trip” I can… Discuss arguments, claims, and counterclaims utilized by a writer in an argumentative piece of writing Analyze organized writing that is appropriate to the task, purpose, and audience. Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Tuesday, 10.21.2014 Writing Portfolios/School Uniform Essay Rough Drafts Self Assessment w/Rubric Rough Draft Self-Reflection Show Ms. Topp Warranting Evidence “Slip or Trip” Group Work COMING UP: Wrap-Up “Slip or Trip” Essays & Introductions I can… Analyze my own writing and come up with goals for improving my writing I can support my interpretation of evidence with a general rule (warrant) Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Wednesday, 10.22.2014 “Slip or Trip” Group Work Argumentative Writing Reminders Introductions Revisions: Introduction COMING UP: Essays & Conclusions I can… I can support my interpretation of evidence with a general rule (warrant) Write arguments to support claims I have made about substantive topics or texts, using reason and specific, relevant, evidence. Provide organized writing that is appropriate to the task, purpose, and audience. Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Thursday, 10.23.2014 Writing Lab, Detention, Bengal Junction Announcements “Slip or Trip” Presentations Introductions & Conclusions Revisions: Introduction & Conclusion COMING UP: COMPLETE FINAL DRAFT! I can… Write arguments to support claims I have made about substantive topics or texts, using reason and specific, relevant, evidence. Provide organized writing that is appropriate to the task, purpose, and audience. Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Friday, 10.24.2014 Revisions: Body Paragraphs & Counterclaim Ms. Topp Challenge Register for Turnitin.com School Uniform Final Essay Submit to Turnitin.com Share with Ms. Topp on Google Docs Hand in Self-Reflection on Monday COMING UP: COMPLETE FINAL DRAFT! I can… Write informative/explanatory texts that analyze complex ideas, concepts, and information while remaining clear and accurate. Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Monday, 10.27.2014 New Seating Chart Ms. Topp Challenge Reminder Register for Turnitin.com School Uniform Final Essay Submit to Turnitin.com Share with Ms. Topp on Google Docs Hand in Self-Reflection TODAY! COMING UP: Begin Speak I can… Write informative/explanatory texts that analyze complex ideas, concepts, and information while remaining clear and accurate. Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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Tuesday, 10.28.2014 School Uniform Essay Wrap-up Submit to Turnitin.com Share with Ms. Topp on Google Docs Self-Reflection BY THURSDAY! Oh, High School! COMING UP: Reading Efficiency #6 (10 Minutes) Independent Reading I can… Analyze how complex characters develop, interact with other characters, and advance the plot or theme Write for a variety of purposes and for both short and extended amounts of time Daily Agenda Learning Targets Don’t forget about the WRITING LAB!
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Oh, High School Part 1: First Day Memories Think back to your first days of high school. In the assignment section of your notebook, write about: How you prepared (physically, mentally, emotionally) for your first day of high school? What were you feeling as the days grew nearer to the start of the school year? What were you feeling those first few days? How do you feel now? What group(s) do you fit into? Part 2: Cafeteria SeatingCafeteria Seating What are the different groups in the cafeteria in Mean Girls? What different groups can be found in our own cafeteria? Would you say these groups are a good or bad thing? Why or why not?
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Oh, High School Part 3: New KidNew Kid What do the high schoolers in Billy Madison think of Billy? How does this contrast with the kids in his elementary school class? Part 4: Saving A Friend How do Hazel, Isaac, and Augustus love, support, and save each other from life’s messes? In the assignment section of your notebook, write about: What is the best or hardest thing you have ever had to do for a friend? Why was it the best or hard?
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Oh, High School: On- Demand Writing Part 5: Saving YourselfSaving Yourself Answer Sutter’s college essay prompt from The Spectacular Now for your own life: “Discuss a challenge or hardship you have faced in your life and describe how you have overcome it.” If you haven’t yet overcome the hardship you plan to describe, how do you hope to overcome it. I will be the only one who reads this. It is okay to be real and vulnerable. Be honest. I want to know the real you. This will be due at the end of class tomorrow!
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Wednesday, 10.29.2014 Reading Efficiency #6 10 Minute Completion Review/Discussion Complete On-Demand Writing Independent Reading COMING UP: Begin Speak I can… Utilize my reading and comprehension skills to improve my Reading Efficiency Read and analyze a book of my choice for my own enjoyment Daily Agenda Learning Targets Don’t forget about the WRITING LAB!
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Thursday, 10.30.2014 Pre-Reading Activity Speak-Up Writing & Introduction- Select Names Monday Lit Circles Preview Check-out books Begin Speak (pages 1-9) Cafeteria Assignment- Due Tomorrow Notebook Check Tomorrow COMING UP: I can… Daily Agenda Learning Targets Don’t forget about the WRITING LAB!
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Speak Literature Circles HOUR 4 Brianna, Kallie, Alexis, Katie Damon, Derik, Tori, Becca, Prentiss Nick, Bret, Alix, Tiffany Peyton, Bella, Merissa, Jasmyn Gabby, Cammie, Josiah, Francisco Kelsey, Emily, Suheb, Jimmy
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Speak Literature Circles HOUR 5 Cait, Sarah Shogren, Annie, Kaylee Ana, Sahuur, Wilson, Alex Zaylee, Hailey, Emily, Brendan, Quinn Callie, Morgan, Sarah Stothart, Bailey, Mateo Marissa, Grace, Stevie, Jadan Casey, Matt, Zach, Elizabeth, Aubrianna Dominick, Joey, Ralph, Ronald, Cameron
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Friday, 10.31.2014 Begin Speak (pages 1-9) Cafeteria Assignment- Due Monday Read Speak (pages 10-22) Begin Discussion Groups Instructions/Expectations Assign Marking Period 1 Roles Independent Reading Notebook Check I can… Daily Agenda Learning Targets
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