1. I can use commas in a series. I can self-assess my writing to find strengths and weaknesses. I can apply knowledge of denotation to determine meaning of words. I can apply before, during, and after reading strategies.

2. 1. Commas in a series:  Use commas to separate words phrases or clauses in a series. EXAMPLE: Meanwhile people on benches chatted with each other, looked out over the river, or tossed crumbs to the ducks.  Mark commas in the correct place according to this rule. Complete sentences 5-9 on your own paper you have started in your Grammar Section of your notebook.

3. You need to write your vocabulary words with definitions into your vocabulary section of your English II notebook. You will have quizzes over your vocabulary words. Be ready! *Important Date: Vocabulary Quiz #1 (Words 1- 20) is on Monday, August 25 th (A Day) and Tuesday, August 26 th (B Day)

4. 1. Probation Officer- Person monitoring convicted criminals who are out of custody 2. Skiff- A flat bottomed boat 3. Detainees- Prisoners 4. Cowering- Crouching from something frightening 5. Prosecutor- The representative of the government who pursues formal charges against the accused 6. Sentencing- A hearing to determine the consequences for a crime 7. Chafed- To rub and irritate 8. Plead- To claim guilt or innocence in a court 9. Juvenile Delinquent- A young person who is in trouble with the law 10. Stifling- Suffocating

6.  Score your writing sample you completed the other day using the following:  4=AWESOME-I can teach someone else how to do this.  3=GOT IT- I know how to complete it, but I could use help improving.  2=OKAY- I know how to do some parts, but I still need help.  1=NEED HELP- I have no idea how to do this.  Be honest, where do you really feel you are. Tell why you think you scored this way.

7. The purpose of this project is to create your own book which will help you remember what you know, as well as show others who you are. Your book must have the following items: * An Original Cover (10 points) * Title/Title Page (5 points) * Dedication (5 points) * Table of Contents (5 points) * 10 Chapters with assigned literary terms (10 points each) TOTAL POSSIBLE: 125 points  Due Date: A Day: Thursday, September 11 th B Day: Friday, September 12 th  Note: You will NOT receive ANY POINTS AT ALL for any book that is turned in that has less than 5 completed chapters.

8. Your chapters must be chosen from the following subjects:  Your Name  Your Neighborhood  Something You Regret  A Time You Got Into Trouble  A Time You Saw Someone Else Get Into Trouble  Advice From an Adult  A Positive Story From Your Experiences at School  A Negative Story From Your Experiences at School  A Special Family Member or Adult  A Happy Time For You  A Time You Did Something Right  A Time You Were Angry  A Time You Did Something Right  The Big Game  An Obstacle You Have Overcame  Family Heirloom  1 additional chapter on anything you wish Due Date: A Day: Thursday, September 11 th B Day: Friday, September 12 th Chapter length: A chapter under a page will be considered underdeveloped and will not receive the full 10 points per chapter.

9.  On a sheet of paper in your NOTES Section, brainstorm the following with an elbow partner:  What does the word identity mean?  Be prepared to share with the class.

10.  How does environment shape our identity?  What identities are permanent and which do we have the power to change?

11.  Read and answer the questions.

12.  Your job:  Underline at least 5 facts you learned about the circle of justice as we read  Put a ! by anything that you find interesting or like  Put a  by anything you dislike

13. You will have 12 minutes to complete the following questions with a partner: 1. True or False: Minnesota was the first state in the nation to use circle sentencing? 2. List 3 Goals of Circle Sentencing 3. _____________ was the first place in Minnesota to try the circle sentencing technique. 4. List 4 sentences that Circle Sentencing can include. 5. What is the key difference between sentencing circles and other forms of restorative justice? 6. List the five basic steps for circle sentencing. 7. Summarize one of the case studies in the article. You both need to write the answers on your own paper!

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15.  Follow along as we read together!

16.  This week’s packet includes:  Vocabulary  Grammar  Point of View Labeling and Writing Activity  Due Date:  A Day- Monday, August 25 th  B Day- Tuesday, August 26 th Note: These are yours to write on!