Friday, October 25, 2019

ELA 8 Week 12

Friday, 11/1/19
  1. Due: Turn in your Ethos, Pathos, Logos worksheets
  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. Correct Spelling Test
    2. Mini-Philosophical Chairs: Violence in Movies
    3. Work on Desert Island Slides--due Monday. 
  4. HW: 
    1. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.
Thursday, 10/31/19--Happy Halloween!
  1. Due: Violence in Movies Philosophical Chairs pre-work
  2. Agenda: 
    1. RRW Videos (GC).
    2. LOTF Slide Show Check-in (GC).
    3. Reverse Halloween Grammar Extra Credit (worksheet). 
  3. HW: 
    1. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.
Monday, 10/28/19 to Wednesday, 10/30/19
  1. Monday: 
    1. Due: Nothing today
    2. Agenda: 
      1. Spelling #15 Packet--due Thursday, 11/7.
      2. Pathos and Ethos Worksheet (front and back). You may work with your assigned groups in class.--due Tuesday, 10/29.
    3. HW: 
      1. Pathos and Ethos WS due Tuesday, 10/29.
      2. Finish Violence in Movies Philosophical Chairs pre-work.
      3. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.
  2. Tuesday:
    1. Due: Pathos and Ethos WS
    2. Agenda: 
      1. Logos WS--You may work with your assigned group to complete--Turn in to the basket by the end of the period.
      2. Lord of the Flies Pre-Reading
        1. In your assigned groups, begin working on the "What if you were stranded on an island" Slides activity in Google Classroom. One of you needs to make a copy of the slideshow and share it with group members so you can all work on the same document. You will continue working on this on Wednesday. 
    3. HW: 
      1. Finish Violence in Movies Philosophical Chairs pre-work.
      2. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.
  3. Wednesday:
    1. Due: Nothing today
    2. Agenda: 
      1. Ethos, Pathos, Logos WS (front and back)--work on this with your group and then turn it in to the basket when you're finished. 
      2. Continue working on the "What if you were stranded on an island" slideshow with your assigned groups. Submit when finished. 
    3. HW: 
      1. Finish Violence in Movies Philosophical Chairs pre-work.
      2. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.
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ELA 7 Week 12

Friday, 11/1/19
  1. Due: Nothing today
  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. Correct Spelling Test
    2. Major Works Slide #5 (Theme) and then submit (GC)
    3. Work on CoTW Final Projects or Reverse Halloween Grammar Extra Credit. 
  4. HW: 
    1. CoTW Final Quiz Monday, 11/4.
    2. CoTW Final Project due Monday, 11/4--It should be 100% finished when you get to class. YOUR WORK SHOULD BE FRIDGE-WORTHY.
    3. Spelling #10 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.
Thursday, 10/31/19--Happy Halloween!
  1. Due: Nothing today
  2. Agenda: 
    1. Review CoTW Chapter 7 Qurestions
    2. Review CoTW Plot Chart
    3. Work on CoTW Final Projects or Reverse Halloween Grammar Extra Credit. 
  3. HW: 
    1. CoTW Final Quiz Monday, 11/4.
    2. CoTW Major Works Slides due Friday, 11/1. (We will do Slide #5 together in class before submitting.)
    3. CoTW Final Project due Friday, 11/1--It should be 100% finished when you get to class.
Monday, 10/28/19 to Wednesday, 10/30/19
  1. Monday: 
    1. Due: Nothing today
    2. Agenda: 
      1. Finish The Call of the Wild Chapter 7 w/reading comprehension questions. Read in your assigned small groups and work on the questions together. Turn your questions into the basket before the end of the class period. 
      2. Work on Major Works Slides #2, 3, 4, 6-12 (We'll do slide #5 together when I return). Work on these slides independently. 
      3. Work on CoTW Final Projects independently. 
    3. HW: 
      1. CoTW Major Works Slides due Friday, 11/1.
      2. CoTW Final Project due Friday, 11/1.
  2. Tuesday:
    1. Due: Nothing today
    2. Agenda: 
      1. Spelling #10 Packet--Due Thursday, 11/7
      2. Work on Major Works Slides #2, 3, 4, 6-12 (We'll do slide #5 together when I return). Work on these slides independently. 
      3. Work on CoTW Final Projects independently. 
    3. HW: 
      1. CoTW Major Works Slides due Friday, 11/1.
      2. CoTW Final Project due Friday, 11/1.
      3. Spelling #10 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.
  3. Wednesday:
    1. Due: Nothing today
    2. Agenda: 
      1. Complete and submit the Plot Chart assignment for The Call of the Wild in Google Classroom. You may work on this with you assigned groups. 
      2. Work on Major Works Slides #2, 3, 4, 6-12 (We'll do slide #5 together when I return). Work on these slides independently. 
      3. Work on CoTW Final Projects independently. 
    3. HW: 
      1. CoTW Major Works Slides due Friday, 11/1.
      2. CoTW Final Project due Friday, 11/1.
      3. Spelling #10 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.
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Futures Week 12

Friday, 11/1/19
  1. Due: Math Notes
  2. Agenda:
    1. Quickwrite (GC) and share out.
    2. Teambuilder:
      1. Halloween Brainteasers
  3. HW:
    1. Math CN due Friday
Thursday, 10/31/19--Happy Halloween!
  1. Due: TRF
  2. Agenda:
    1. Tutorial
  3. HW:
    1. Math CN due Friday
Monday, 10/28/19 to Wednesday, 10/30/19
  1. Monday: 
    1. Due: Nothing today
    2. Agenda: Complete a Learning Log based on what you did during 1st period. Please answer all questions completely and thoughtfully. Turn it in the basket when you are finished.
    3. Complete TRF for Tuesday's tutorial.
    4. Work on assignments from core classes.
    5. HW: TRF due Tuesday and Thursday; Math CN due Friday
  2. Tuesday:
    1. Due: TRF
    2. Agenda: Tutorial
    3. HW: TRF due Thursday; Math CN due Friday
  3. Wednesday:
    1. Due: Nothing today
    2. Agenda: Work on current or missing assignments from your core classes. The grading period ends Friday.
    3. Work on TRF for Thursday's Tutorial
    4. Work on Math CN for Friday's CN Check
    5. HW: TRF due Thursday; Math CN due Friday
** Please note: If your name is left by the substitute, the consequence is detention and/or possible office referral. ** I know you will all make good choices and represent Ross and Hughson well. 
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Monday, October 21, 2019

ELA 8 Week 11

Friday, 10/25/19--Happy Homecoming! 
  1. Due: Spelling #13 Quizlet; turn in your packet.
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Demonstrate mastery of Unit #7 spelling and vocabulary words by earning a score of "C" or higher on the test.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Spelling #13
      1. Quizlet Live
      2. Test
    2. Violence in Movies
      1. Philosophical Chairs Pre-Work
  4. HW:
    1. Catch up on Violence in Movies assignments (check past blog agendas).
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Thursday, 10/24/19
  1. Due: Spelling #13 Packet; Violence in Movies Annotations
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Compare and contrast two sides of an argument by evaluating reasons and evidence and determining which type of appeal is most effectively used: ethos, pathos, or logos. 
    2. Determine the spelling words to study for the test.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Correct Spelling
    2. RRW Email Pals and Response Drafting Check-in 
    3. Violence in Movies
      1. SOAPStone
      2. Philosophical Chairs Pre-Work
  4. HW:
    1. Spelling #13 Quizlet due and test on Friday, 10/25.
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Wednesday, 10/23/19
  1. Due: Quotations 21-34
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Compare and contrast two sides of an argument by evaluating reasons and evidence and determining which type of appeal is most effectively used: ethos, pathos, or logos. 
    2. Determine the proper way to incorporate quotations into your writing by correcting incorrect usage and adding quotations where they are needed.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Correct Quotations
    2. RRW Email Pals and Response Drafting--Some of you may draft your responses (which you will record during Science)
    3. Spelling #13 Quizlet
      1. Flashcards
      2. Learn
      3. Write 
      4. Spell
      5. Test--Options: all terms, written responses, no images, 85% or higher 
  4. HW:
    1. Spelling #13 Packet due Thursday, 10/24; Quizlet due and test on Friday, 10/25.
    2. Violence in Movies--Read the article "Hollywood Filmmakers Should Not be Villainized for Movie Violence" and annotate for Ethos, Pathos, and Logos--due Thursday, 10/24. 
    3. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Tuesday, 10/22/19
  1. Due: Nothing Today
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Compare and contrast two sides of an argument by evaluating reasons and evidence and determining which type of appeal is most effectively used: ethos, pathos, or logos. 
    2. Determine the proper way to incorporate quotations into your writing by correcting incorrect usage and adding quotations where they are needed.
  3. Agenda:
    1. "Violence in Movies" 
      1. Philosophical Chairs pre-work
      2. First-read w/annotations (Handout and SS)
      3. SOAPStone Analysis of both the point and counterpoint arguments.
      4. Introduce rhetorical appeals: Ethos
  4. HW:
    1. Incorporating Quotations (WS) 20-34 due Wednesday, 10/23.
    2. Spelling #13 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    3. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Monday, 10/21/19
  1. Due: "Annabel Lee" Narrative Plot Diagram (GC)
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Determine the proper way to incorporate quotations into your writing by correcting incorrect usage and adding quotations where they are needed.
    2. Compare and contrast two sides of an argument by evaluating reasons and evidence and determining which type of appeal is used: ethos, pathos, or logos. 
  3. Agenda:
    1. Incorporating Quotations (WS) 11-20
    2. "Violence in Movies" 
      1. Pre-reading discussion (GC)
  4. HW:
    1. Spelling #13 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
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ELA 7 Week 11

Friday, 10/25/19
  1. Due: Spelling #7 Quizlet; turn in your packet.
  2. Learning Targets:
    1. Demonstrate mastery of Unit #7 spelling and vocabulary words by earning a score of "C" or higher on the test.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Unit 7 Spelling 
      1. Quizlet Live 
      2. Test
    2. If you finish the test early, work on your CoTW slides and/or project.
  4. HW:
    1. Work on your Major Works chapter slides 1-6 for CoTW. 
    2. The Call of the Wild Final Project due Friday, 11/2.
    3. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
Thursday, 10/24/19
  1. Due: Spelling #7 Packet
  2. Learning Targets:
    1. Analyze the major plot events in a novel by answering higher level reading questions and participating in meaning class discussion as you read.
    2. Review spelling words and definitions by correcting a spelling packet.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Correct Spelling #7 Packet--Study these words for tomorrow's test.
    2. The Call of the Wild
      1. Chapter 7.
        1. Discussion of reading comprehension questions
  4. HW:
    1. Spelling #7 Quizlet due and Test Friday, 10/25.
    2. Work on your Major Works chapter slides 1-6 for COTW. 
    3. The Call of the Wild Final Project due Friday, 11/2.
    4. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
Wednesday, 10/23/19
  1. Due: Quotations #s 21-34
  2. Learning Targets:
    1. Analyze the major plot events in a novel by answering higher level reading questions and participating in meaning class discussion as you read.
    2. Determine the proper way to incorporate quotations into your writing by correcting incorrect usage and adding quotations where they are needed.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Incorporating Quotations: Correct and discuss quotations WS #s 21-34
    2. The Call of the Wild
      1. Chapter 6.
        1. Discussion of reading comprehension questions
      2. Spelling #7 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 #7 Packet due Thursday, 10/24; Quizlet due and Test Friday, 10/25.
    2. Work on your Major Works chapter slides 1-6 for COTW. 
    3. The Call of the Wild Final Project due Friday, 11/2.
    4. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
Tuesday, 10/22/19
  1. Due: Nothing today
  2. Learning Targets:
    1. Analyze the major plot events in a novel by answering higher level reading questions and participating in meaning class discussion as you read.
    2. Determine the proper way to incorporate quotations into your writing by correcting incorrect usage and adding quotations where they are needed.
  3. Agenda:
    1. The Call of the Wild
      1. Introduction of the final project
      2. Read, analyze, and discuss Chapter 6.
        1. Reading comprehension questions
  4. HW:
    1. Finish COTW Chapter 6 w/questions due Wednesday, 10/23.
    2. Incorporating quotations (WS) 21-34 due Wednesday, 10/23.
    3. Spelling #7 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    4. The Call of the Wild Final Project due Friday, 11/2.
    5. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
Monday, 10/21/19
  1. Due: Chapter 5 Key Passage Analysis; Resubmit Chapter 3-4 questions
  2. Learning Targets:
    1. Determine the proper way to incorporate quotations into your writing by correcting incorrect usage and adding quotations where they are needed.
    2. Demonstrate mastery of COTW Chapters 4-5 by earning a score of proficient (C or higher) on your reading quiz.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Incorporating quotations (WS) 11-20
    2. The Call of the Wild
      1. Questions about HW?
      2. Chapter 4-5 Quiz 
        1. On-demand timed write
        2. Multiple Choice (GC)
  4. HW:
    1. Spelling #7 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
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Futures Week 11

Friday, 10/25/19--Happy Homecoming!
  1. Due: ELA and choice CN
  2. Learning Target: 
    1. Today I will demonstrate my organization by completing a binder check.
    2. I will work in small groups to solve a problem or complete a task in order to form meaningful relationships.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Binder check
    2. Teambuilder: Ghost in Disguise (GC)
  4. HW:
    1. None this weekend
Thursday, 10/24/19

  1. Due: TRF
  2. Learning Target: 
    1. Today I will use inquiry to answer level 2 or 3 questions in small groups.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Tutorial
  4. HW:
    1. Binder Check Friday--ELA and choice notes
Wednesday, 10/23/19
  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. Binder Check Friday--You need ELA and choice CN
Tuesday, 10/22/19
  1. Due: TRF
  2. Learning Target: 
    1. Today I will use inquiry to answer level 2 or 3 questions in small groups.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Tutorial
  4. HW:
    1. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
    2. Binder Check Friday--ELA and choice notes
Monday, 10/21/19
  1. Due: Nothing today
  2. Learning Target: 
    1. Today I will think critically about about a controversial topic, research the topic, and gather evidence to support my ideas about the topic. 
  3. Agenda:
    1. Philosophical Chairs Revisit
      1. Review and discuss rules of engagement.
      2. Close read and research: Is tackle football too dangerous for teens?
      3. Discussion and presentation of points
      4. Reflection
    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. Binder Check Friday--You need ELA and choice CN
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Friday, October 11, 2019

ELA 8 Week 10

Friday, 10/18/19

  1. Due: Nothing today
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Determine the proper way to incorporate quotations into your writing by correcting incorrect usage and adding quotations where they are needed.
    2. Compose and present a narrative retelling of a poem, including all elements of fiction, such as character, setting, conflict and dialogue.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Incorporating Quotations (WS)
    2. Final two "Annabel Lee" Narrative Presentations.
    3. Edit your narrative slides, adding appropriate dialogue and using quotations correctly.
    4. Plot your narrative on a plot diagram (GC)
  4. HW:
    1. Finish your narrative plot diagram (due Monday, 10/21).
    2. Spelling #13 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    3. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Thursday, 10/17/19
  1. Due: Nothing today
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Compose and present a narrative retelling of a poem, including all elements of fiction, such as character, setting, conflict and dialogue.
  3. Agenda:
    1. "Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan Poe
      1. Narrative--Retelling Slides (GC) Presentations
  4. HW:
    1. Spelling #13 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Wednesday, 10/16/19
  1. Due: "Annabel Lee" Narrative Retelling Slides
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Compose and present a narrative retelling of a poem, including all elements of fiction, such as character, setting, conflict and dialogue.
  3. Agenda:
    1. "Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan Poe
      1. Narrative--Retelling Slides (GC) Presentations
  4. HW:
    1. Spelling #13 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
10/14/19-10/15/19
  1. Due: "Annabel Lee" Poetic Elements and First Read (turn in both by midnight tonight)
  2. Agenda:
    1. "Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan PoeReview and discuss graphic poem
      1. Partner Work: Narrative--Retelling Slides (GC)
        1. Review parts of a narrative
        2. With a partner, you will compose a narrative based on Poe's poem. 
        3. You will present on Wednesday, 10/16.
    2. Spelling # 13 Packet
  3. HW:
    1. "Annabel Lee" Narrative Retelling due Wed., 10/16
    2. Spelling #13 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    3. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
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ELA 7 Week 10

Friday, 10/18/19
  1. Due: Chapter 5 Reading Comp Questions (stamp); Chapter 5 Major Works Slide; Chapters 4-5 Active Reading Activity (GC)
  2. Learning Targets:
    1. Determine the proper way to incorporate quotations into your writing by correcting incorrect usage and adding quotations where they are needed.
    2. Analyze a significant passage from the text by adding meaningful annotations and discussing with your group. 
  3. Agenda:
    1. Incorporating quotations (WS) and group brainstorm
    2. The Call of the Wild
      1. Chapter 5 Significant Passage Analysis
  4. HW:
    1. CotW Chapters 4-5 Quiz on Monday, 10/21!--Study your reading questions, Major Works Slides, and Active Reading Activity.
    2. Spelling #7 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    3. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
Thursday, 10/17/19
  1. Due: Nothing today
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Make inferences about a character in a story by analyzing the character's speech, thoughts, effects on others, actions, and looks. Support assertions with evidence from the text.
  3. Agenda:
    1. The Call of the Wild
      1. Iron Chef (GC) presentations: Buck Character Analysis
      2. Begin Chapter 5--reading in small groups
        1. Reading questions
        2. Major Works Slide
        3. Chapters 4-5 Active Reading (GC)
  4. HW:
    1. Finish CotW Chapter 5 w/reading questions, slide, active reading--due Friday, 10/18.
    2. Spelling #7 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    3. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
Wednesday, 10/16/19
  1. Due: Buck Characterization Iron Chef 
  2. Learning Target:
    1. Make inferences about a character in a story by analyzing the character's speech, thoughts, effects on others, actions, and looks. Support assertions with evidence from the text.
  3. Agenda:
    1. The Call of the Wild
      1. Iron Chef (GC) presentations: Buck Character Analysis
  4. HW:
    1. Spelling #7 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
10/14/19-10/15/19
  1. Due: Make sure you turned in your "Black Beauty" StudySync assignment
  2. Agenda:
    1. The Call of the Wild
      1. Iron Chef (GC) Be prepared to present on Wednesday and make sure you provide textual evidence!
      2. Ch. 4-5 Active Reading (GC)
      3. Catch up on Slides
    2. Spelling # 7 Packet
  3. HW:
    1. Buck Characterization Iron Chef due Wed., 10/16/19
    2. Spelling #7 Packet due Thursday, 10/24.
    3. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
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Futures Week 10

Friday, 10/18/19
  1. Due: Nothing today
  2. Learning Target: 
    1. Today I will think critically about about a controversial topic, research the topic, and gather evidence to support my ideas about the topic. 
  3. Agenda:
    1. Philosophical Chairs 
      1. Review and discuss rules of engagement.
      2. Close read and research: Is tackle football too dangerous for teens?
      3. Discussion and presentation of points
  4. HW:
    1. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
Thursday, 10/17/19
  1. Due: TRF
  2. Learning Target: 
    1. Today I will use inquiry to answer level 2 or 3 questions in small groups.
  3. Agenda:
    1. Tutorial
  4. HW:
    1. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
    2. No binder check this week.
Wednesday, 10/16/19
  1. Due: Nothing today
  2. Learning Target: 
    1. Today I will think critically about about a controversial topic, research the topic, and gather evidence to support my ideas about the topic. 
  3. Agenda:
    1. Philosophical Chairs 
      1. Review and discuss rules of engagement.
      2. Close read and research: Is tackle football too dangerous for teens?
  4. HW:
    1. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
    2. No binder check this week.
Monday, 10/14 and Tuesday, 10/15
  1. Due: TRF due Tuesday
  2. Agenda:
    1. Monday: Complete a Learning Log on what you did in your first period class. Write in complete sentences and fill all lines (when possible). Turn in to the basket by the end of the period. If you have time, complete your questions for Tuesday's Tutorial (I gave you TRFs on Friday).
    2. Tuesday--Tutorial 
  3. HW:
    1. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
    2. No binder check this week.
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10/11/19 Meeting Agenda

  1. Welcome and Call to Order (Madison)
  2. Jamba Juice Fundraiser (Stella)
  3. Fun Fair 
    1. From Mrs. Climer: We are gearing up for another Fun Fair.  We will be having an informational meeting on Monday October 14th for any group interested in setting up a booth.  Please have them come with a partner and game in mind. 
  4. Field Trip (Mrs. Cordano)
  5. Community Service Check-In
  6. Questions? 
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Monday, October 7, 2019

ELA 8 Week 9

Friday, 10/11/19
  1. Due: "Annabel Lee" Poetic Elements and First Read (turn in both by midnight tonight)
  2. Agenda:
    1. "Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan Poe
      1. Review and discuss graphic poem
      2. Narrative--Retelling Slides (GC)
        1. Review parts of a narrative
        2. With a partner, you will compose a narrative based on Poe's poem. 
        3. Next week, you will present your narrative and read your version to the class. 
  3. HW:
    1. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Thursday, 10/10/19
  1. Due: "Annabel Lee" StudySync TV Questions 
  2. Agenda:
    1. "Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan Poe
      1. Complete the comprehension questions and submit. You may work with your partner. Submit when finished.
      2. Poetic Elements assignment in Google Classroom and StudySync. 
  3. HW:
    1.  Finish "Annabel Lee" Poetic Elements assignment and First Read (GC and StudySync) (due Friday)
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Wednesday, 10/9/19
  1. Due: "Annabel Lee" StudySync TV Questions 
  2. Agenda:
    1. "Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan Poe
      1. Visualizations 
  3. HW:
    1.  Finish "Annabel Lee" First Read Vocabulary (GC and StudySync) (due Friday)
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Tuesday, 10/8/19
  1. Due: "The Tell-Tale Heart" Character Tombstone
  2. Agenda:
    1. "Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan Poe
      1. StudySync and GC
        1. First read for understanding and story
        2. Second read w/annotations
  3. HW:
    1. Finish "Annabel Lee" First-Read TV Discussion Questions (GC and StudySync)
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
Monday, 10/7/19
  1. Due: "The Tell-Tale Heart" Mock Trial documents
  2. Agenda:
    1. "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe
      1. Mock Trial 
        1. The jury's verdict
      2. StudySync
        1. Comprehension questions and then submit
        2. Skill: Textual Evidence
        3. Skill: Greek and Latin affixes and roots
      3. AR Test--"The Tell-Tale Heart" Reading Practice Quiz
  3. HW:
    1. Here Lies Character Tombstone
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned.
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ELA 7 Week 9

Friday, 10/11/19

  1. Due: The Call of the Wild Chapters 3-4 Questions--turn in to the basket for your class period.
  2. Agenda:
    1. The Call of the Wild
      1. Ch. 4-5 Active Reading (GC)
      2. Catch up on Slides
    2. StudySync "Black Beauty"
      1. Vocab
      2. Read
      3. Comprehension Questions
      4. Think Questions--use the RACE strategy
      5. Complete 2 Peer Reviews
      6. This is due tonight at midnight
  3. HW:
    1. "Black Beauty" First Read due tonight at midnight (if you don't finish today)
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
    3. We are taking a one week break from class spelling (due to the school spelling bee coming up)
Thursday, 10/10/19
  1. Due: The Call of the Wild Chapters 3-4 Questions--turn in to the basket for your class period.
  2. Agenda:
    1. The Call of the Wild
      1. Catch up on Slides
    2. StudySync "Black Beauty"
      1. Vocab
      2. Read
      3. Comprehension Questions
      4. Think Questions--use the RACE strategy
      5. Complete 2 Peer Reviews
      6. This is due tomorrow at midnight
  3. HW:
    1. "Black Beauty" First Read due Friday at midnight (if you don't finish today)
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
    3. We are taking a one week break from class spelling (due to the school spelling bee coming up)
Wednesday, 10/9/19
  1. Due: Nothing today
  2. Agenda:
    1. The Call of the Wild
      1. Chapter 4
        1. Questions
        2. Slides
  3. HW:
    1. Work on reading questions and slides for The Call of the Wild
    2. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
    3. We are taking a one week break from class spelling (due to the school spelling bee coming up)
Tuesday, 10/8/19
  1. Due: Chapter 3 Questions and Slide; Chapters 1-3 Active Reading (GC)
  2. Agenda:
    1. The Call of the Wild
      1. Review Ch. 1-3 Active Reading
      2. Chapters 1-3 Quiz
        1. Timed Writing Task (20 minutes)
        2. Multiple Choice Response
  3. HW:
    1. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
    2. We are taking a one week break from class spelling (due to the school spelling bee coming up)
Monday, 10/7/19
  1. Due: Chapter 2 Slide
  2. Agenda:
    1. The Call of the Wild
      1. Review Chapter 2
      2. Read and analyze Chapter 3
        1. Chapter questions
        2. Major Works Slides (GC)
      3. Chapters 1-3 Active Reading (GC)
  3. HW:
    1. Work on The Call of the Wild Chapter 3 questions and slide
    2. COTW Active Reading--Chapters 1-3 Quiz and Writing task on Tuesday!
    3. Read 30 minutes every night--Extra Credit offered for AR points earned
    4. We are taking a one week break from class spelling (due to the school spelling bee coming up)
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Futures Week 9

Friday, 10/11/19
  1. Due: Science Notes
  2. Agenda:
    1. CN Notes Check
    2. TRFs for next week (Mrs. Ramirez will be here Monday and Tuesday)
    3. Organization and Work Time
  3. HW:
    1. TRF Tuesday and Thursday

Thursday, 10/10/19
  1. Due: TRF
  2. Agenda:
    1. Tutorial
  3. HW:
    1. Science CN due Friday
    2. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
Wednesday, 10/9/19
  1. Due: Rudy Character Pumpkin
  2. Agenda:
    1. Present Rudy Character Pumpkin
    2. Philosophical Chairs: Is Tackle Football Too Dangerous for Teens?
      1. Close read of article
      2. Research topic
      3. Gather evidence and reasons
  3. HW:
    1. Science CN due Friday
    2. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
Tuesday, 10/8/19
  1. Due: TRF
  2. Agenda:
    1. Tutorial
  3. HW:
    1. Science CN due Friday
    2. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
Monday, 10/7/19
  1. Due: Nothing Today
  2. Agenda:
    1. Work on Rudy Character Pumpkin
  3. HW:
    1. Science CN due Friday
    2. TRF Tuesday and Thursday
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