ELA 8 Week 14

Thursday, 11/14/19

1. Due: LOTF chapter 1 study guide questions 1-8
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Read and analyze Lord of the Flies by tracing character development, sequencing plot events, and development of themes. 
3. Agenda: 
1. Lord of the Flies
1. Chapter 1 
1. Review Chapter 1 Analysis questions/study guide.
2. Group Character Analysis (GC): In groups, each will create a character web for an assigned character. Each member of your group is responsible for tracing different aspects of your character's development. You will continue to trace your character throughout the novel, adding information to your web as you read. Members will focus on:
1. Speech
2. Thoughts
3. Effect on other characters
4. Actions
5. Looks
4. HW: 
1. Add to your LOTF character web. Due date TBD.
2. Spelling #16 packet due Thursday, 11/21.

Wednesday, 11/13/19

1. Due: Nothing today
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Read and analyze Lord of the Flies by tracing character development, sequencing plot events, and development of themes. 
3. Agenda: 
1. Lord of the Flies
1. Chapter 1 
1. Finish reading and analyzing Chapter 1.
1. Work on analysis questions (packet) as you read.
2. Group Character Analysis (GC): In groups, each will create a character web for an assigned character. Each member of your group is responsible for tracing different aspects of your character's development. You will continue to trace your character throughout the novel, adding information to your web as you read. Members will focus on:
1. Speech
2. Thoughts
3. Effect on other characters
4. Actions
5. Looks
4. HW: 
1.  LOTF chapter 1 study guide questions 1-8--due Thursday, 11/14.
2. Add to your LOTF character web. Due date TBD.
3. Spelling #16 packet due Thursday, 11/21.

Tuesday, 11/12/19

1. Due: Nothing today
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Identify and practice Unit 16 spelling words and definitions.
2. Read and analyze Lord of the Flies by tracing character development, sequencing plot events, and development of themes. 
3. Agenda: 
1. Spelling #16 
1. Complete Packet
2. Work on Lord of the Flies
1. Chapter 1 
1. List major events
2. Define glossary words
3. The Scenery
4. What is the "scar"?
5. Words to describe Ralph and Piggy
6. Island Slang
7. First impressions
4. HW: 
1. Work on LOTF Chapter 1 analysis questions in packet

ELA 7 Week 14

Thursday, 11/14/19

1. Due: Essay Thesis Statements
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Today I will determine which texts from Unit 1 support my thesis statement, and I will identify several examples and details from the texts that support my ideas.
3. Agenda: 
1. Unit 1 Extended Writing Project
1. Gathering your supporting details
4. HW: 
1. Complete your textual details sheet--due Friday, 11/15.
2. Spelling 11 packet due Thursday, 11/21.

Wednesday, 11/13/19

1. Due: Nothing today
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Deconstruct a writing task and identify what you'll need to do in order to successfully respond to the task.
2. Develop a thesis statement in response to the writing task which demonstrates comprehension of the task.
3. Agenda: 
1. Unit 1 Extended Writing Project
1. Prompt Deconstruction
2. Develop your thesis statement
4. HW: 
1. Spelling 11 packet due Thursday, 11/21.

Tuesday, 11/12/19

1. Due: Nothing today
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Identify and practice spelling words and definitions by completing practice activities.
3. Agenda: 
1. Spelling #11
1. Work on your packet
4. HW: 
1. Spelling 11 packet due Thursday, 11/21.

Futures Week 14

Thursday, 11/14/19

1. Due: TRF
2. Learning Target:
1. I will use inquiry to answer level 2 or 3 questions in small groups.
3. Agenda:
1. Tutorial
4. HW:
1. Come ready for the field trip tomorrow!

Wednesday, 11/13/19

1. Due: Nothing today
2. Learning Target: 
1. Today I will complete current and late assignments for my core classes.
3. Agenda:
1. Test Board Check-in
2. Cafe Time
1. Use this time to work in small groups to:
1. Catch up: Work on make-up work or missing assignments
2. Stay on target: Work on current assignments
3. Get ahead: Work on TRF questions, Cornell Notes, upcoming assignments, organization, etc. 
4. HW:
1. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
2. No CN check or Binder Check due to Field Trip on Friday.

Tuesday, 11/12/19

1. Due: TRF
2. Learning Target:
1. I will use inquiry to answer level 2 or 3 questions in small groups.
3. Agenda:
1. Tutorial
4. HW:
1. MJC Permission Slips if you haven't already returned it.

11/7/19 CJSF Meeting

Thursday, 11/7/19

1. Call to order--Maddy
2. Agenda:
1. Jamba Juice Fundraiser--Stella
2. Field trip to MJC Friday, 11/15/19
3. The DiGiovanna Memorial Award is open for applicants
4. St. Anthony's Church Volunteer Opportunity
1. Tuesday, 12/17 and 12/19 from 6-7 PM
5. Yearbook Picture

ELA 8 Week 13

Friday, 11/8/19

1. Due: Spelling #15 Quizlet
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Demonstrate mastery of spelling words and definitions by earning a "C" or higher on the spelling test.
2. Read and analyze Lord of the Flies by tracing character development, sequencing plot events, and development of themes. 
3. Agenda: 
1. Spelling #15 
1. Quizlet Live Review
2. Test
2. Lord of the Flies
1. Chapter 1 
1. List major events
2. Define glossary words
3. The Scenery
4. What is the "scar"?
5. Words to describe Ralph and Piggy
6. Island Slang
7. First impressions
4. HW: 
1. Work on LOTF Chapter 1 analysis questions in packet

Thursday, 11/7/19

1. Due: Spelling #15 Packet
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Identify and review proper spelling and definitions of 20 spelling words.
2. Read and analyze Lord of the Flies by tracing character development, sequencing plot events, and development of themes. 
3. Agenda: 
1. Spelling #15 Quizlet
1. Correct Packet
2. Lord of the Flies
1. SS Video--Unit Overview
2. Read and discuss Chapter 1. 
1. Focus on character development, sequence of plot events, development of theme
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #15 Quizlet due and test Friday, 11/8.
2. Work on LOTF Chapter 1 analysis questions in workbook

Wednesday, 11/6/19

1. Due: LOTF Pre-reading pages 1-4
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Read and analyze information about an author and historical period to provide context for the novel, Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
3. Agenda: 
1. LOTF Student Workbook
1. Stamp pages 1-4 for completion
2. Review and discuss pre-reading
2. Spelling #15 Quizlet
1. Flashcards
2. Learn
3. Write
4. Spell
5. Test--Options: all terms, no images, written responses, 85% or higher
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7; Quizlet and test Friday, 11/8.

Tuesday, 11/5/19

1. Due: Nothing today
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Read and analyze information about an author and historical period to provide context for the novel, Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
3. Agenda: 
1. LOTF Student Workbook
1. Page 1--Read and annotate/highlight main ideas and important information.
2. Page 2--Respond thoughtfully and in complete sentences.
3. Page 3--Read and discuss with your groups, then explain your answers in complete sentences.
4. Page 4--Survival Island--Complete with your group and explain your reasons in complete sentences.
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.

Monday, 11/4/19

1. Due: Desert Island Slides (GC)
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Compare and contrast two sides of an argument by evaluating reasons and evidence from a text and determining which type of appeal is most effectively used: ethos, pathos, or logos. 
3. Agenda: 
1. Present Flag Slide of your Desert Island Slideshow
2. Mini-Philosophical Chairs: Violence in Movies
3. Check out Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.

ELA 7 Week 13

Friday, 11/8/19

1. Due: Spelling #10 Quizlet
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Demonstrate mastery of spelling words and definitions by earning a "C" or higher on the test.
3. Agenda: 
1. Spelling #10
1. Quizlet Live Review
2. Test
2. "The Cremation of Sam McGee"
1. Complete and submit all three StudySync assignments for the poem (if you haven't done so already).
4. HW: 
1. None!

Thursday, 11/7/19

1. Due: Spelling #10 Packet
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Analyze the elements of poetry in "The Cremation of Sam McGee" by Robert Service by completing a TS-CASTT document.
2. Identify and review the proper spelling and definitions of 20 spelling words.
3. Agenda: 
1. Spelling #10--Correct Packet
2. "The Cremation of Sam McGee"
1. TS-CASTT
1. Complete Shifts/Title/Theme & turn in to basket.
2. StudySync Skill: Poetic Structure
3. StudySync Skill: Poetic Elements
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #10 Quizlet due and Test Friday, 11/8.
2. Finish "The Cremation of Sam McGee" StudySycn assignments--check due dates/times in StudySync as each assignment may vary

Wednesday, 11/6/19

1. Due: "The Cremation of Sam McGee" StudySync Assignment
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Analyze the elements of poetry in "The Cremation of Sam McGee" by Robert Service by completing a TS-CASTT document.
2. Identify and review the definitions of 20 spelling words.
3. Agenda: 
1. "The Cremation of Sam McGee"
1. TS-CASTT
2. Spelling 10 Quizlet
1. Flashcards
2. Learn
3. Write
4. Spell
5. Test--Options: all terms, no images, written responses, 85% or higher
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #10 Packet due Thursday, 11/7; Quizlet and Test Friday, 11/8.

Tuesday, 11/5/19

1. Due: The Call of the Wild Final Projects
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Analyze the elements of poetry in "The Cremation of Sam McGee" by Robert Service by completing a TS-CASTT document.
3. Agenda: 
1. StudySync: "The Cremation of Sam McGee"
1. Vocabulary
2. Quiz 1-5
3. Think Questions 1-3 (RACE your answers)
4. SUBMIT WHEN FINISHED
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #10 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.

Monday, 11/4/19

1. Due: The Call of the Wild Final Projects
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Trace the development of a theme in The Call of the Wild by identifying and analyzing examples from the text.
3. Agenda: 
1. CoTW Chapters 6-7 Quiz (GC)
2. "The Cremation of Sam McGee"
1. Read and discuss
2. TS-CASTT w/summary annotations
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #10 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.

Futures Week 13

Friday, 11/8/19

1. Due: MJC Permission Slip 
1. Today I will use academic discourse and collaboration to design my dream college dorm room with a partner.
2. Agenda:
1. Collaboration: Dream Dorm Room (GC)
3. HW:
1. Reminder: No school Monday!
2. TRF Tuesday and Thursday

Thursday, 11/7/19

1. Due: TRF
2. Agenda:
1. Tutorial
3. HW:
1. MJC Permission Slips due Friday, 11/8/19

Wednesday, 11/6/19

1. Due: Nothing today
2. Learning Target: 
1. Today I will complete current and late assignments for my core classes.
3. Agenda:
1. Cafe Time
1. Use this time to work in small groups to:
1. Catch up: Work on make-up work or missing assignments
2. Stay on target: Work on current assignments
3. Get ahead: Work on TRF questions, Cornell Notes, upcoming assignments, organization, etc. 
4. HW:
1. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
2. MJC Field Trip Permission Slips due Friday, 11/8.

Tuesday, 11/5/19

1. Due: TRF
2. Agenda:
1. Tutorial
3. HW:
1. MJC Permission Slips due Friday, 11/8/19

Monday, 11/4/19

1. Due: Nothing Today
2. Agenda:
1. MJC K-W-L Chart (GC)
3. HW:
1. MJC Permission Slips due Friday, 11/8/19