Thursday, August 24, 2006

English 3 -- We will type credos today. If you finish today, please turn in with your rough draft...the worksheet you filled out is optional.

English 4 / 1101 -- We will discuss "Sister Flowers" today. Additionally, we will finish spicing up those dull sentences. For homework, read "Once More to the Lake" and prepare for discussion.

Speech -- Chapter 1 test today. We will finish bag speeches.

Reading -- We are reading Freak the Mighty and making predictions.

Wednesday, August 23, 2006

English 3 -- We will continue working on the credos each of you wrote and edited yesterday. Today, we will work on breaking the information into paragraphs and checking mechanics and ensuring that you have explained enough. We will begin typing tomorrow. The rest of the hour, we will begin reading and discussing Puritan poetry from Anne Bradstreet.

English 4 - We will discuss Soto's "The Jacket." We will spend some time practicing making dull sentences come to life with word choice and description.

Speech -- Bag speeches today! You have a Chapter 1 test tomorrow. Should we not finish all the bag speeches, we will finish them after the Chapter 1 test Thurs.

Reading -- We are still reading Freak the Mighty. . .we are on Chapter 8.

Tuesday, August 22, 2006

English 3 -- We will discuss your credos today and then work on editing them. Additionally, we will read a poem by Anne Bradstreet and discuss how the Puritan influence can be seen in her poem.

English 4 -- We will continue to discuss the writing process.

Speech -- We will discuss each of your potential future careers and how speech communication will help you. We will go over the study guide for Chapter 1. If time allows, we will begin discussing Chapter 2.

Reading -- We will read Chapters 5-8 of Freak the Mighty and practice making predictions and asking questions.

Monday, August 21, 2006

English 3 -- Today, we will discuss the Pilgrims and Puritans. Additionally, please complete your credo draft and bring it with you tomorrow.

English 4 -- We will discuss Chapter 1: "The Reading Process: and will begin Chapter 2: "The Writing Process."

Speech -- We will practice nonverbal gestures, review Chapter 1, and work on a Chapter 1 study guide. Bag speeches due Wednesday, and a Chapter 1 test will be given Thursday.

Reading -- We will begin Chapters 1-4 of Freak the Mighty. I will read to you and you will draw a picture, ask a question, and make a prediction.

Friday, August 18, 2006

English 3 -- Take home "Million Words or Less" assignment to parents. Get class syllabus and Internet posting papers signed. We will do an individual survey today and turn it in.

English 4 -- We will do the RLC pre-write.

Speech -- We will discuss Chapter 1.

Reading -- We will discuss what good readers do.

Thursday, August 17, 2006

English 3 -- You will do an activity today to learn more about yourself. Then, you will need to complete an survey about yourself. Last, take home the "Million Words" paper to your parents. It's due next week. Remember to turn in your signed forms over the rules.

English 4 -- Read Chapter 1 in the Longman Reader.

Speech -- Read Chapter 1 in your textbook.

Reading -- Reading assignment in class.

Wednesday, August 16, 2006

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!

You will have school first hour only today. In your first hour class, you will go over school rules and regulations and such.

The normal school day begins tomorrow.

Beginning of School

School begins August 16th. See you soon!

Monday, May 8, 2006

English 3 -- Today is your last day to complete your poetry journal, save your poem to your folder (use the directions I gave you for this), and prepare what you will say tomorrow.

English 4 / 1102 -- Research presentations begin today. Final exams begin Wednesday.

Speech -- Work on farewell speeches.

Reading -- WIN reading.

Friday, May 5, 2006

Happy Cinco de Mayo!


English 3 -- We will discuss what goes into your poetry presentations that begin on Tuesday. You will have the rest of the hour to work on your poetry journals.

English 4 / 1102 -- Research papers due today. Work on your presentations, due to begin Monday.

Speech -- We will finish radio presentations. Begin working on your farewell speech. They will begin Tuesday and are only 1-2 minutes in length.

Reading -- Educational games today.

Thursday, May 4, 2006

English 3 -- You should be working on your poetry journals today. They must be finished by the end of the day Monday. You will present them Tuesday.

English 4 -- Work on your research papers and presentations. Presentations begin Monday.

Speech -- Radio presentations

Reading -- WIN reading program

Wednesday, May 3, 2006

English 3 -- Work on locating poems and writing in your journals.

English 4 / 1102 -- Work on your research paper and presentations.

Speech -- Practice your radio presentations today and finish your scripts. Presentations begin tomorrow.


Reading -- Work on WIN program.

Tuesday, May 2, 2006

English 3 -- We have a couple of slides left on the poetry Power Point. The rest of the hour, you should work on locating poems and writing in your journal. Presentations are tentatively set to begin Friday.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will discuss final preparations for completing your research paper, due Friday. We will also discuss your upcoming research paper presentation to the class. Presentations begin Monday of next week.

Speech -- Begin finalizing your radio program and work on your script. Scripts are due Thursday and presentations begin Thursday as well.

Reading -- Work on WIN program

Monday, May 1, 2006

Happy May! This is the last month of school!

English 3 -- Today we will attempt to finish the Power Point over poetry. Tomorrow you will begin your search for ten awesome poems and write about the best seven.

English 4 / 1102 -- Those of you who didn't present your poem Friday will do so today. Tomorrow we will discuss final preparations for your research paper and discuss what you need to do for your research paper presentation. The research paper is due Friday and the presentations begin Monday of next week.

Speech -- Work in groups on radio presentation. Presentations and scripts due Thursday.

Reading -- Work on WIN program.

Tuesday, April 25, 2006

English 3 -- You should have about 5-10 minutes to finish your Work Keys practice test and then we will go over the answers. The rest of the hour you will hopefully work on PLATO, a program that helps you prepare for the reading of ACT and Work Keys. Tomorrow the ACT test begins. Get a good night's sleep and eat a good breakfast!!

English 4 - 1102 : We will discuss "My Father as Guitar" and your notes. Then, we will continue looking at poetry. Work on your chosen poem at home in preparation for teaching the class.

Speech -- We will complete oral interpretations today. If time remains, we will discuss the final project, a radio presentation.

Reading -- You will take a Watsons Go to Birmingham test today to see how much you learned. Then you will go back to choosing your own books to read.

Monday, April 24, 2006

Welcome back from break! Hope it was a good one. Only a few more weeks of school left. Hang in there!

English 3 -- We are going to discuss the ACT English practice test you took before break. We will go over only the first section. Tomorrow, I will give you the answers to the rest of the test for those of you who finished it all and want to see how you did. The rest of the hour we will work on a practice Work Keys test. We will finish and discuss it tomorrow.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will begin poetry today. You will each need to choose a poem to present at the end of the week. I realize that several of you will be gone throughout this week...Weds. and Thurs. are speech field trips and Friday is the Art Fest. Keep up with your note taking and homework...especially your research paper!!

Speech -- Field trip for our class is Thursday. We will be gone all day to TV 3 and Clear Channel radio. We will finish our oral interpretations today and tomorrow. Our last project is a radio presentation.

Reading -- We will finish The Watsons Go to Birmingham today.

Wednesday, April 12, 2006

English 3 -- We will take a practice ACT reading test today.

English 4 / 1102 -- Work on your research paper. . .keep the May 5th deadline in sight.

Speech -- Oral interpretation of lit presentations today.

Reading -- next chapter of The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Tuesday, April 11, 2006

English 3 -- ACT and PSAE/Work Keys practice today. Bring your practice packet.

English 4 / 1102 -- Work on your research paper today.

Speech -- Oral interpretations today.

Reading -- Finish Chapter 11 of The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Monday, April 10, 206

English 3 -- Mrs. Zawaske will be here all hour again today to register you for the PSAE. Bring your practice packets with you tomorrow.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will discuss "Good Country People" today. The rest of the hour as well as Tuesday and Wednesday are for you to work on your papers. Remember to turn in your critical analysis by the end of the day today.

Speech -- Oral interpretations begin today.

Reading -- Chapters 10-11 of The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Friday, April 7, 2006

English 3 -- Mrs. Zawaske will be here all hour registering you for the PSAE. She will also be here Monday.

English 4 -- Read "Good Country People" for Monday. Critical analyses due Monday by end of the day.

Speech -- Last day to practice you oral interp.

Reading -- Game day

Thursday, April , 2006

English 3 -- We will discuss today what to expect on the Prairie State and ACT exams that you will take after spring break.

English 4 / 1102 -- You have today to finish your critical analysis and work on your research paper. I will be discussing both papers with each of you individually. Additionally, you should read "A Clean, Well-Lighted Place" for tomorrow and mark text for discussion.

Speech -- We will practice with partners today for oral interp. pieces.

Wednesday, April 5, 2006

English 3 -- We will begin discussion of the ACT and Prairie State exams. If time permits, we will begin practice exercises.

English 4 / 1102 -- Continue working on your critical analyses. We will go ahead tomorrow and work on lit analyses/research papers. "A Clean, Wel-Lighted Place" by Hemingway is due tomorrow. Bring notes to discuss. Analyses will be due Monday by the end of the day, not today as is on the calendar. However, you will not have additional class time to complete it.

Speech -- We will mark text and practice today for oral interpretation. We will begin these tomorrow.

Reading -- Next chapter of The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Tuesday, April 4, 2006

English 3 -- We will finish the movie over The Great Gatsby today and begin practicing for the ACT and Prairie State exams.

English 4 / 1102 -- Work on your literary analyses today. They are due Thursday by the end of the day, though you will not have time in class Thursday to work on them. Also, 8th hour will not have class tomorrow due to early dismissal.

Speech -- We will discuss today how to write your introduction for your oral interpretation and how to mark your text and read.

Reading -- We will read the next chapter of The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Monday, April 3, 2006

English 3 -- We will finish the movie today, I hope.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will work on your critical analysis draft. We will discuss how to now find sources that back up your point of view.

Speech -- Work on your analysis of your chosen piece for oral interpretation.

Reading -- We will read more of "The Watsons Go to Birmingham."

Friday, March 31, 2006

English 3 - We will watch more of the movie The Great Gatsby.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will discuss Oates's "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?" I will give you instructions for beginning your next critical literary analysis.

Speech -- We will discuss oral interpretation of literature today.

Reading -- Educational games today.

Thursday, March 30, 2006

English 3 -- Your character analysis is due by the end of the day today. Use the editing checksheet to ensure that your analysis contains all the required elements before turning it in. We will discuss the Gatsby test today. We will begin the movie today!!

English 4 / 1102 -- We will discus "The Open Boat" today. For tonight, read "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?" You will have the remaining time to work on your research paper.

Speech -- Debates today.

Reading -- We will read the next chapter of The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Wednesday, March 29, 2006

English 3 -- Today is the last day to work on your character analysis for first hour. Sixth and seventh hours will have a LITTLE time tomorrow to work. Your analyses are due by the end of the hour tomorrow. No class sixth throuth eighth hours today.

English 4 - 1102 : We will discuss "The Open Boat" Thursday. Today, since I have fourth hour only, you will have time to research. No class eighth hour.

Speech -- Debates today

Reading -- We will read the next chapter of The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Tuesday, March 28, 206

English 3 --You have all hour to work on your character analyses. They are due Thursday at the end of the day...you will have very little time Thursday to work on them.

English 4 / 1102 - We will discuss "Araby" today. Read "The Open Boat" by Stephen Crane for Thursday and prepare to discuss. The rest of the hour is yours to work on your research paper.

Speech -- Debates today.

Reading -- Miss Wells will teach you today. You will be listening to a short story as she reads and do a KWL chart.

Monday, March 27, 2006

English 3 -- You have all hour today and tomorrow to work on your character analyses. Weds. is early dismissal and you are the only class I will have that day. . .so in fairness to you (because theirs won't be due Weds.) your paper will be due Thurs. by the end of the day. However, you will not have Thurs. to work on them. Plan carefully.

English 4 / 1102 --Monday, we will discuss the plan for working on your research papers. You will need to read "Araby" on page 283 and mark the text for discussion.

Speech -- Debates

Reading -- We will read Chapter 4 and answer some questions about what we've read so far.

Friday, March 24. 2006

English 3 -- We will finish the Power Point presentation on archetypes/the hero's journey. Then, we will discuss your character analysis paper over a character in The Great Gatsby. The rest of the hour, you will have time to begin your paper. You will have Monday and only a bit of Tuesday to write. Paper is due Weds. at the end of the day, though you will not have Weds. to type. This means you will have to work on the draft at home and use your time resourcefully.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will discuss logical fallacies today. The rest of the hour, you should be researching and working on your paper.

Speech -- We will have a guest speaker, Chris Sink, from RLC to speak with us about the networking program and possible scholarships.

Reading --Today, as I read Chapter 4 of The Watsons Go to Birmingham, you will follow along. You will be responsible for reading the last two pages with a partner.

Thursday, March 23, 2006

English 3 -- Today, we will discuss archetypes. We will discuss archetypes in The Great Gatsby. You will then begin your written essay over the novel...directions will be given.

English 4 /1102 -- We will discuss alternate sources 8th hour. 4th and 8th hours we will discuss logical fallacies.

Reading -- We will read Chapter 3 today of The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Speech -- Debates today.

Wednesday, March 22, 2006

English 3 -- Only first hour will be in class, so today will be a study hall.

English 4 / 1102 -- Research your topic for your paper.

Reading -- We will read Chapter 2 of The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Speech -- Debate (Drug Testing).

Tuesday, March 21, 2006

English 3 - Add to your writing (Quick 8): In chapter 8, the narrator informs us that Gatsby gave Daisy a sense of security and the feeling that he was able to take care of her. In your opinion, what is more important, being able to take care of someone emotionally or financially?

We will discuss the rest of the novel today.

English 4 / 1102: Post to 214.ezboard.com/bcchsenglish under "research paper" by the end of the day. You wil have a little class time to post and reply to two students. We will also discuss sources, including alternative sources.

Speech: Debates (We will finish censorship today).

Monday, March 20, 2006

English 3 -- Begin by adding to your writing (Quick 8). Write about the following. . .Though Daisy is so central to the novel, she is in many ways a very undeveloped character, befitting for somebody made of clouds and stardust. She is a dream and in many ways remains a shadowy character. Do you give Daisy points for recognizing and caring for the romantic soul of Gatsby, or condemn her for carrying on a romance when she is a married woman? What drives Daisy? Fear, vanity, snobbery, weakness? You decide.

We will discuss Chapter 8 today. We will also add on to the character charts.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will discuss research topics and begin researching.

Speech-- Debates begin today.

Thursday, March 16, 2006

We will drop classes 1-4 and begin with classes 5-8.

English 3 -- We will play Bookworm. Those of you who still need to post to ezboard can do that this hour.

English 4 -- You have class time to research. . .take advantage of this, since you won't have lots of class time this go around.

Speech -- Today, I will check your evidence cards and your plan to see that your group is prepared. I will also discuss where to use your visual aid in your debate. I will draw for group presentations today.

No Reading Class!!!

Wednesday, March 15, 2006

English 3 -- We will discuss Chapters 6-7 today. For Monday, read Chapter 8 and answer the questions I hand out.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will continue our discussion of argument. I would like you to begin thinking about an argumentative topic for your next research paper. Some websites with possible topics:

http://www.tcc.edu/students/resources/writcent/HANDOUTS/writing/restopics.htm

http://www.uwc.ucf.edu/Writing%20Resources/Handouts/research_topics.htm

Speech -- continue working on your visual aid and evidence cards.

Reading lab - - You will present your flip books today.

Tuesday, March 14, 2006

English 3 -- First thing, please log into p214.ezboard.com/bcchsenglish. You will post, according to the instructions on the worksheet I will give you, to three of five questions and then respond to what three other students said. For homework, please read Chapter 7 and do the worksheet.

English 4 /1102 -- Study hall today...too many students absent for WYSE.

Speech -- We will discuss visual aids for debates. Your group must have at least one. Continue working on evidence cards.


Reading -- Finish your flip books today. Tomorrow we will present them to the class.

Monday, March 13, 2006

English 3 -- We will discuss Chapter 6 and go over your leveled questions you wrote. Read Chapter 7 tonight and do worksheet.

English 4 -- MLA midterm exam today. Tomorrow we will continue discussing argumentation.

Speech -- We will discuss how to make evidence cards today.

Reading Lab -- We will finish our cartoon books we worked on Friday.

Friday, March 10, 2006

English 3-- Write today about the following: When Nick told Gatsby that "you can't repeat the past," Gatsby replied, "Why, of course you can!" Do you agree with Nick or with Gatsby? Explain. We will answer other students' posts on p214.ezboard.com/bcchsenglish. For Monday, prepare leveled questions to discuss with the class over Chapter 6: write ONE level 3 or 4 and ONE level 5 or 6.

English 4 -- You will have time to finish your midterm analyses today. MLA midterm Monday.

Speech -- Many of you will be absent today, so you will have time to work on your debate plan.

Reading lab -- Since the link was blocked yesterday, we will try again today.

Thursday, March 9, 206

English 3 -- You will post to p214.ezboard.com/bcchsenglish today. You should post two level 4, 5, or 6 questions. You may use the ones you made in groups yesterday as long as only one group member posts one of the questions...no duplicates. The rest of the hour, you will have time to read Chapter 6 and/or work on the Ch. 6 worksheet.

English 4 -- 1102 -- You will begin writing your midterm lit analyses. You will also have tomorrow to work on them.

Speech -- Today, I will show you a sample affirmative and negative constructive speeches as well as a sample rebuttal speech. You will need to work on your plan today.

Reading Lab -- We will be making cartoons at www.readwritethink.org/materials/flipbook.

Friday, March 3, 2006

English 3 -- We will discuss the Chapter 3 worksheet that was for homework and the worksheet that we did at Gatsby's party. For tonight, read Chapter4 and do the assigned questions.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will look at your research papers and ensure that they look correct.

Speech -- Debate research in teams.

Reading -- Jig Words day.

Thursday, March 2, 2006

English 3 -- We will finish up your "Gatsby party" treasure hunt and award prizes today. We will also discuss Chapter 3. Tonight, read Chapter 4 and do assigned questions.

English 4 / 1102 -- Turn in your essays over "The Story of an Hour." We will look at a sample research paper and discuss incorporating quotations and then make sure that yours are accurate. You will look at how much you've quoted/paraphrased and how much is your own ideas.

Speech -- We will discuss debates and begin gathering research.

Reading Lab -- next chapter of War of the Worlds.

Wednesday, March 1, 2006

English 3 -- We will be having a party in class for Chapter 3...it is important that you have read the chapter.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will work on your in-class essay over "The Story of an Hour". You will have all hour to complete it.

Speeches -- We will discuss debates. I will assign you groups and then together you will choose topics.

Tuesday, February 28, 2006

English 3 -- Today, you will write about the following: "What is something you want that money can't buy?" Next, we will discuss what you have written down about the characters. Finally, you will get with a partner and look for references to colors. You will have a chart to complete. For homework, read Chapter 3 and do the worksheet.

English 4 / 1102 -- We will begin by discussing "The Story of an Hour." You will work with a partner to look more deeply into the story and will discuss your findings with the class. Finally, you will have a bit of time to work on your research paper.

Speech-- Last three speeches today. . . we hope!

Reading Lab - you will read the next chapter with a partner, answer questions, and then draw a picture.

Monday, February 27, 2006

English 3 -- We will discuss Chapter 2. Be sure to bring your completed worksheet with you.

English 4 -- We will continue working on rough drafts of the research paper. Final drafts are due Tuesday by the end of the day.

Speech -- more speeches

Reading -- We will begin the next chapter of War of the Worlds.

Friday, February 24, 2006

English 3 -- First, while waiting for met to take attendance, you should open a Word document and type today's date. Next, please write about the following topic: How important are first impressions?
Last, we will discuss Chapter 1. Tonight, read Chapter 2 and do the questions assigned.

English 4 / 1102 -- Today, work on your lit analysis because it is due by the end of the day (turned in with your drafts). Yesterday, we looked at a couple of sample analysis papers. If time remains, work on your research paper final, as it is due Tuesday.

Speech -- Still more speeches.

Reading -- Bookworm contest today!

Thursday, February 23. 2006

English 3 -- You will finish your Power Point presentations on your color today. Afterwards, we will discuss why we still are reading a book from the 1920's and if you've ever wanted to relive a moment from your past to redo it. IF time permits, we will discuss Chapter 1 and your worksheet.

English 4 / 1102 -- You should be correcting your lit analysis papers now that you've peer edited. Today, you will peer edit the research paper drafts (use a clean, updated copy). Tomorrow, your lit analyses are due. Your research paper final drafts are due next Tuesday.

Speech -- more speeches...we're halfway there.

Reading -- We will read Chapter 4. The action's getting good!!

Wednesday, February 22, 2006

English 3 -- Today, you will have about half the class time to finish up your color Power Point presentations. Afterwards, you will begin presenting your assigned color. As a class, you will take notes on the other presentations so you are familiar with all assigned colors when you begin reading Gatsby. . .and speaking of Gatsby. . .you should read Chapter 1 tonight and answer the questions on the worksheet.

English 4/1102 -- I will hand back your research paper drafts as well as your lit analysis drafts today. We will peer edit your lit analysis papers, and I will give you a sheet to use. Tomorrow, you will peer edit your research paper drafts (use a clean, hopefully edited copy for your peers to use and not the one Miss Wells and I marked on). Tomorrow (Thursday), you should use class time remaining after peer editing to fix both drafts. Friday I will give you a couple of sample lit analyses to use as samples for your final draft. Your lit analyses are due Friday by the end of the day (along with your drafts). Next Monday and Tuesday you will work on your research paper final copy. It is due by the end of the day.

Speech -- speeches today

Reading -- We are on Chapter 3 of War of the Worlds. You will pretend you are the leader of the Army and will write a plan for fixing what is happening.

Tuesday, February 21, 2006

English 3 -- You will work with your partner today taking notes on your assigned color. You need to then make a presentation of some sort to teach the class about your color...include synonyms for your color as well as objects that are usually your color. The original website is http://interactives.mped.org/view_interactive.aspx?id=583&title= . However, if this does not work for you, please go to these websites instead:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_psychology

http://www.benjaminmoore.com/wrapper_pg1art.asp?L=color&K=color&N=colabot&art=5.3.5

http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/cda/article_print/0,1983,HGTV_3368_1389947_ARTICLE-DETAIL-PRINT,00.html

http://www.grokdotcom.com/readingcolors.htm
and answer these questions:

a. What emotional connotations are associated with the color you are researching?

b. what cultural connotations are associated with the color you are researching?


English 4 (1102)--Your lit analysis draft is due by the end of the day today. I will return your research paper drafts today. You will need to work on another draft, correcting and adding information. This is due at the beginning of the hour Thurs. so that you can have your paper peer edited. Tomorrow, you will peer edit your critical analysis drafts. They are due by Friday.

Speech -- Speeches continue today.

Reading -- We will begin Chapter 2 of War of the Worlds.

Friday, February 17, 2006

English 3 -- Before beginning The Great Gatsby, we need to discuss symbolism and Fitzgerald's use of color, so we will be looking at what colors represent. You will be assigned a partner (most of you, anyway...some of you will have to work alone) and you will research information on your color.

English 4 (1102) -- Continue working on your drafts. I will conference with you today to ensure you are comfortable with your topic.

Speech -- More speeches today.

Thursday, February 16, 2006

English 3 -- We will watch the videos some of you produced over Huck Finn. IF time allows, we will discuss F. Scott Fitzgerald through Power Point.

English 4 -- Continue on your drafts of your literary analysis. We will discuss in class today your thesis statements and your details.

Speech -- speeches begin today!

Reading -- We will begin reading War of the Worlds.

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

English 3 -- Today, you need to finish your web hunt over Fitzgerald and the 1920's.

English 4 (1102) -- Continue working on your critical analysis outline. Your draft is due Tuesday.

Speech -- We will discuss finishing touches on speeches today.

Reading -- Power Point presentations today.

Tuesday, January 31, 2006

English 3 -- We will finish group presentations over themes of the novel. Next, each of you will present your Internet articles and discuss reasons for and against teaching the novel in school. Tomorrow, you will print your Quick 8 papers and turn them in.

English 4 -- We will continue working on outlines for research papers.

Speech -- Hopefully, the last few students who have put off speeches will present today. We will, if time allows, discuss the next speech, which is persuasive speaking.

Monday, January 30, 2006

NO SCHOLAR BOWL MATCH TODAY. IT HAS BEEN CANCELED. WE WILL RESCHEDULE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

English 3 -- You will be assigned an essay to read over Huck Finn for Wednesday. Today, we will do a Quick 8 and then discuss themes in the novel.

English 4 -- We will discuss notecards today. We will discuss outlining for your paper.

Speech -- Ceremonial speeches today.

Friday, January 27, 2005

English 3 -- We will finish the ACT packet today. We will also do a Quick 8 today. You should have finished the novel for today, so well will spend the rest of the hour discussing the ending and anything else you want to discuss over the novel.

English 4 -- We will discuss "Young Goodman Brown" today and look at some critical analyses of the story. Remember, your notecards are due Monday.

Speech -- more ceremonial speeches today. We're almost finished!

Thursday, January 26, 2006

English 3 -- You should have finished the book by today. We will discuss your themes in your groups today for about ten minutes. We will discuss the various themes in class afterwards. There will be class time to discuss questions and comments you have. We will do a quick 8 and the final page on the ACT review packet. NO HOMEWORK unless you are not caught up on your reading and thus have not finished the novel.

English 4 -- We will discuss "Young Goodman Brown." Afterwards we will begin looking online for literary criticisms over the short story. You will each locate one online, read it, and prepare an explanation for the class for Monday. Additionally, your notecards are due Monday as well.

Speech -- Ceremonial speeches.

Wednesday, January 25, 2006

English 3 -- You will discuss your paragraphs today as revisions from yesterday in groups. Your group members will suggest ways to improve with more specific details, proof from the book, etc. You will also do a Quick 8 and ACT review. . For tonight, please read Chapters 35-38 and write a response paragraph. We are almost finished with the book. Hang in there.

English 4 (1102) -- Today, we will finish the discussion over MLA. The focus today will be internal citations and punctuation. For homework, read "Young Goodman Brown" and mark text for discussion. Your bib cards are due today. Note cards are due Monday.

Speech -- Ceremonial speeches today.

Tuesday, January 24, 2006

English 3 -- We will do the fifth Quick 8 today...but it does not have to be #5...remember that you can do them in any order. Afterwards, we will discuss the next section in the ACT review. Additionally, in groups I want you to discuss how to make your responses more detailed. For homework, you will not read on but rather take last night's written paragraph and make it deeper and more detailed.

English 4 (1102) -- Today, we will discuss how to use MLA format. Remember, your bib (source) cards are due tomorrow. . . NOT NOTECARDS. They are due Monday the 30th.

Speech -- More ceremonial speeches today.

Monday, January 23, 2006

ESSAY CONTEST ANNOUNCED (and not required, but you could win up to a $500.00 Savings Bond). Go to http://www.stlouisfed.org/education/essaycontest.html#gs for more information.


English 3 -- ACT review. We will discuss Chapters 26-30. Most of you are doing GREAT in discussions...you have deep questions and tie your questions and answers to the book. I'm also impressed by how some of you attempt to draw in the quieter students. Those of you who are not preparing questions and/or are not participating MUST jump in NOW to have a decent grade. Since I can tell whether or not you've read the book only by your discussions and to an extent your questions, you must participate in order to receive a passing grade.

English 4 -- We will discuss litarary criticisims today. You will then be given a bit of time to research for your paper.

Speech -- more speeches today.

Friday, January 20, 2006

English 3 -- We will work on ACT review. Sixth and seventh hours will work a little on their group themes. Finally, we will discuss Chapters 21-25 and turn in questions.

English 4 -- Research time to locate information and work on bib and note cards.

Speech -- more speeches today.

Reading -- gone on field trip

Thursday, January 19, 2006

English 3 -- We will do ACT review first. Then, you will get into your assigned groups from yesterday and discuss your assigned theme. You will need to take notes and turn them in. If time remains, we will discuss your leveled questions up to Chapter 20. Remember, you need to have prepared questions from Chapters 21-25 by tomorrow.

English 4 -- You will be given the hour to research information on your topic. Remember to make bib cards on sources you consult and work on note cards as well. You will not have many more days to conduct research, so make the most of your time.


Speech -- Ceremonial speeches begin today (after the postponement from Tuesday).

Wednesday, January 18, 2006

English 3 -- We will NOT do a quick 8 today. Instead, we will attempt to log into p214.ezboard.com/bcchsenglish and reply to others' questions. First, though, we will discuss what makes a good post and I will give you examples. Reply to at least two other students' posts. With time remaining, I will put you in groups and assign your group a theme from the reading so far. For homework, you will need to think of some examples of the theme in the novel so far and be prepared to discuss it tomorrow. Also, you should have read to the end of Chapter 25 and prepared leveled questions for discussion by FRIDAY.

English 4 - 1102 -- We will discuss research theses today in class. In groups, you will discuss your thesis statements over "The Lottery" and choose the best ones. I will then allow you time to research your topic or read books over your topic. Please begin using bib and note cards to collect information.

Speech -- Jason Swan from RLC will be here this hour today. Speeches will begin tomorrow.

Tuesday, January 18, 2006

English 3 -- Well, logging into ezboard took longer than expected, so we're behind. No homework tonight--just be sure you've read to the end of Chapter 20 and prepared level 2 and 3 questions. We will do a quick 8 today and finish the ACT quiz.

English 4 -- Today we will discuss "The Lottery" and thesis statements. You will have a thesis statement for an essay (you won't actually write the essay) due tomorrow. Your thesis statement for your research paper is also due tomorrow. We will discuss using bib and note cards today, as well as talk about how to quote effectively and use paraphrasing.

Speech -- Jessica was the only one ready today, and tomorrow we have a guest speaker from RLC, so we will postpone speeches until Thursday. That means....all speeches are two days off. I will try to get a new calendar up soon.

Tuesday, January 17, 2006

English 3 -- We will post to others on the messageboard. We will also do a Quick 8 and then discuss leveled questions. Read Chapters 21-24 tonight and prepare to discuss tomorrow.

English 4 (1102) -- We will discuss "The Lottery." You will then be required to log in to the class messageboard and post possible thesis statements for a literary analysis of the short story. We will continue our discussion of web sites and also discuss bib and note cards.

Speech -- Ceremonial speeches begin today with Jessica, Rachel, and Giovanna.

Reading Lab -- Begin reading your books. We will be making predictions.

Friday, January 13, 2006

English 3 -- We wil attemp to post to ezboard. No homework -- just bring back your questions.

English 4 -- We will be talking about research from the LBCH. Three links you will need are http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/Internet/Evaluate.html ,
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/Internet/EvalForm_General_Barker.pdfm_General_Barker.pdf
and
http://www.sheboyganfalls.k12.wi.us/staff/dehogue/FSSH/cards.htmgue/FSSH/cards.htm . Additionally, you need to read "The Lottery" for Tuesday and prepare for discussion.

Speech -- Turn in your outlines today. We will draw names for presentations beginning next week.

Wednesday, January 11, 2006

English 3 -- We will take a quiz over commas in the ACT packet. Quick 8 (third entry) today. We will discuss Huck Finn Chapters 9-12 today. Turn in your questions. Bring your questions from all chapters up to 12 to class tomorrow. You will be posting online to other classes.

English 4 (1102) -- Continue working on your topics. You will need to narrow your topic, fill out the sheet given to you yesterday, and have your topic approved. We will discuss primary and secondary sources, and using the Internet. Additionally, we will discuss note taking (bib cards, source cards, etc.).

Speech -- Type your outline today. I will give you a check sheet for you to complete to ensure you are on schedule. Outlines are due Friday and speeches begin Monday.

Reading Lab - We will finish letters to pen pals today. I will send them tomorrow, if possible.

Tuesday, January 10, 2006

English 3 -- ACT review. Quiz over commas tomorrow. Quick 8 today. Discussion of Chapters 5-8. Turn in your level two and three questions. For tomorrow, read Chapters 9-12 and do leveled questions.

English 4 (1102) -- I will give you a list of hot topics today for those of you who are feeling stuck finding a topic. You will need to narrow down your topic so that it is not too broad (though you also need to avoid narrowing your topic too much). You will get a sheet today that asks questions about your topic so as to guide you on your path to deciding what to research and present in your paper. That sheet is due Thursday.

Speech -- Today, make your main points of your speech outline parallel. Also, add a linguistic device that we discussed in class. Tomorrow and Thursday you will type your outlines and turn them in by Friday. Friday we will draw names for speeches (which begin Monday) and discuss how to prepare for presentation.

Reading Lab -- You will finish your letters to pen pals. You can look up pictures to send.

Monday, January 9, 2006

English 3 -- We will begin class with ACT review. Then, we will discuss something called "Quick 8" which is a page of prompts. At the beginning of each day for the next ten class periods, you will choose a topic on the Quick 8 worksheet to write about. These topics relate to Huckleberry Finn. Afterwards, you will lead the class in discussion over Chapters 1-4 based on your Level 1, 2, and 3 questions that were howework. I will collect your questions after class. You will receive a participation grade, so be sure to participate actively today.

English 4 (1102) -- We will discuss "Teenage Wasteland" today based upon your notes. Next, we will begin discussing your first research paper. You will need to begin considering topics of interest.

Speech -- Continue working on your outlines for your ceremonial speech. Outlines are due Tuesday by the end of the day. Additionally, today we will discuss transitional devices.

Reading Lab -- You will receive new bookmarks today and I will discuss how to complete them. With the time remaining, you will continue to read.

Friday, January 6, 2006

English 3 -- Today we will complete an anticipation guide over the novel we are about to begin. Additionally, I will read Chapter 1 and a portion of Chapter 2 aloud. We will then discuss your reading assignment due Monday, to the end of Chapter 4, and the four questions due Monday. You will receive a worksheet explaining the questions. Be ready to discuss your questions Monday.

English 4 (1102) -- I received your pre-write prompt yesterday evening, so today we will take time off to write the pre-write. You have all hour. Additionally, for Monday you need to read "Teenage Wasteland" and mark text (either lightly in pencil or on sticky notes) and prepare to discuss in class Monday. Use the worksheet I gave you yesterday on questioning the text...this should help you in marking your text.

Speech -- Continue filling out your outlines on your ceremonial speech. I will explain to you how to come up with three main points.

Reading Lab -- You are doing well on your predictions before reading your books. Remember, it does not matter if your prediction comes true or not, as long as you are making a good guess as to what will happen next in your book. Monday, we will begin a new bookmark type.

Thursday, January 5, 2006

English 3 -- Turn in your "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" explanations. We will discuss Mark Twain and Huckleberry Finn. We will also do more ACT review.

English 4 (1102) -- We will discuss last night's reading assignment and begin discussion over interpreting and evaluating literature. If time permits, you will read a brief story in a group and annotate the text.

Speech -- Work on ceremonial speeches. We will discuss outline expectations.

Wednesday, January 4, 2006

English 3 -- We will discuss slavery and spirituals. For homework, please decipher "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot."

English 4 (ENGL 1102)-- We will go over the new semester English 1102 syllabus and course expectations. You will receive your new textbooks and we will begin discussing the introductory material.

Speech -- We will discuss the next assignment, the ceremonial speech. You will have class time to think about your topic and do some research.

Reading Lab -- Choose new books, grab a bookmark, fill out the first few parts, and begin reading!

Tuesday, December 13, 2005

English 3 -- Work on your Dickinson/Whitman essays. They are due tomorrow for first hour, and Thursday for sixth and seventh hours. I will hand out study guides today.

English 4 -- Eighthhour, turn in your argumentation-persuasion essays. Fourth and eighth hours should be working on final exam essays.

Speech -- Presenting today are Giovanna, Brooke, and Randy.

Monday, December 12, 2005

Ok, don't panic. Yes, we are behind due to the snow day Friday. And I have better news for you...we have a guest speaker today. I was going to tell you about her Friday, but we were not here (darn those snow days :) ) She is from DeVry University and will be speaking to you about preparing for college and what to expect. Because of this, pay special attention to due dates below.

English 3 -- Guest speaker today. Your essays are now due Wednesday.

English 4 -- Guest speaker today. Fourth hour, your argumentation-persuasion essays are due by the end of the day today. Your final exam is due by Thursday. Eighth hour, your argumentation-persuasion essay is due by the end of the day tomorrow, though the sooner the better since I have a lot to grade. Your final exam, a rewrite of your ungraded in-class essay from the first day of school, is due Thursday. I will give you your original and the assignment today.

Speech -- Presenting today should be Janelle, David, Lorrie, and Christina. We may not get to everyone, but be prepared.

Friday, December 9, 2005

English 3 -- First Hour: Work on drafting your information on your Dickinson-Whitman test. It is due Friday by the end of the day.
Sixth Hour: We will discuss your homework from last night over Whitman. Then, we will read two poems written in response to Whitman: Langston Hughes's "I, too," and Angela de Hoyos's "To Walt Whitman."
Seventh Hour: You will receive a written test over Dickinson and Whitman. You will work on it today and Monday.

English 4 : Essays due today. Youir final exam (revision paper) is due by next Wednesday. Once you have turned it in, you are finished for the semester. Bring something to work on the rest of the semester.

Speech: More speeches: David, Lorrie, Christina.

Thursday, December 8, 2005

English 3 -- First Hour: Today, you will begin your written test over Dickinson and Whitman. I will give you a worksheet with questions. You will have today and tomorrow to complete it in class.
Sixth Hour: We will discuss Walt Whitman. We will then read the preface to Leaves of Grass. For homework, read "Song of Myself" and do the worksheet given to you in class.
Seventh Hour: We will discuss your homework, the worksheet over Whitman's poetry. Then, we will read two poems written in response to Whitman: Langston Hughes's "I, too," and Angela de Hoyos's "To Walt Whitman."

English 4 -- Your essays are due tomorrow. Please finish peer editing and fixing errors. I will hand back your beginning essay from the first day of class along with the revision assignment for your final. The revision final is due by next Wednesday. When your argumentation-persuasion and final essays are turned in, you are finished for the semester. Bring something to work on the rest of the semester.

Speech-- Presenters today are Janelle, Will, and Ryan.

Wednesday, December 7, 2005

English 3 -- First hour: We will discuss "I Hear America Singing" by Whitman and then examine two poems written in response to Whitman: "I, too," by Langston Hughes, and "To Walt Whitman" by Angela de Hoyos. No homework.

Sixth Hour: We will finish presentations today over Emily Dickinson's poetry. No homework.
Seventh Hour: We will finish discussing Walt Whitman and read a portion of the preface of Leaves of Grass. For homework, read "Song of Myself" and answer the questions on the worksheet you receive in class.

English 4 -- Continue peer editing and working on your essay.

Speech -- Presenting today should be Mathew and Rachel (from yesterday), Samantha, Drake, and Anna.

Tuesday, December 6, 2005

English 3 -- First and seventh hours: We will begin a new poet, Walt Whitman. Sixth hour: you will present your Dickinson poem.

English 4 -- Continue working on your essay. Pay special attention to internal citations and the works cited page.

Speech -- Presenting today will be Rachel, Kyle, and Mathew N.

Monday, December 5, 2005

English 3 -- You will continue working in your groups today, preparing to present your assigned Dickinson poems.

English 4 -- Today we will discuss internal citations and works cited pages.

Speech -- Presenting today will be Hanna (from Friday), Matt P., Heidi, and Jessica.

Friday, December 2, 2005

English 3 -- We will look at another Dickinson poem as a class, "Because I Could Not Stop for Death." Then, in assigned groups, you will begin discussing tow assigned poems of hers. You will present them Monday to the rest of the class.

English 4 -- Bring your drafts for peer editing. Monday we will discuss how to use internal citations and make a works cited page.

Speech -- Presenting today will be Salina, Hanna, and Alisha.

Thursday, December 1, 2005

HaPpY DeCeMbEr!!!

English 3 -- Those of you who brought your music and lyrics will present them and tell the class how the songs apply to Transcendental themes for extra credit. Then, we will continue looking at Emily Dickinson's poetry. Turn in your Transcendental projects by the end of the day.

English 4 -- Last day to work on your argumentation-persuasion draft. Tomorrow, first thing, you will peer edit.

Speech -- You will have today to practice your speech, get your outline finalized and turned in, and finish your visual aid. Speeches begin tomorrow.

Wednesday, November 30, 2005

English 3 -- If you will be absent tomorrow for chorus to sing at WSIL TV 3 and you want to do the extra credit project, please bring your songs and lyrics today. In class today, we will discuss another writer who marched to the beat of a different drum...Emily Dickinson. Please bring her packet of p0ems you receive in class with you each day. Your Transcendentalism projects are due by tomorrow at the end of the day. If you want extra credit, bring your songs and lyrics to class tomorrow.

English 4 -- Continue working on your argumentation/persuasion drafts. Remember: they are due at the beginning of the hour Friday.

Speech -- Work on your visual aid. Today, we will discuss how to prepare for your speech. We will begin speeches Friday and will draw names for presentations today. If you know you are going to be absent any day from this Friday until the 14th, please let me know ASAP so we can schedule speeches around you. If you are absent the day you are scheduled to give speeches and are unexcused, your speech will be lowered considerably. Additionally, if you are excused absent the day of your speech, you will go FIRST when you return.

Tuesday, November 29, 2005

English 3 -- Finish your Transcendentalism project. Today is your last day to work in class. The project is due Thursday.

English 4 -- Work on your first draft of your essay.

Speech -- We will finalize your outlines and then discuss visual aides.

Monday, November 28, 2005

English 3 -- You will begin a Transcendentalism project. You will be using five quotes from the Emerson and Thoreau selections from your book and telling what they mean to you. Additionally, you need to find the lyrics to two songs and include them as well along with a description of how each fits the Transcendentalism theme. Refer to your class handout for details.

English 4 -- You should finish your outlines by tomorrow. Tomorrow, you should have begun your rough draft. We will edit Friday. Final is due November 7, Thursday.

Speech -- Finish your outlines. We will discuss visual aides tomorrow.

Wednesday, November 23, 2005

English 3 -- First hour only: play learning games.

English 4 -- Fourth hour only: work on outlines for essay.

Tuesday, November 22, 2005

English 3 -- We will discuss your responses to Walden. Turn in your worksheets. Then take out your original questions about nature and individualism. In a group, you will discuss what changes you've made in your thinking. I will then hand out a project, "This is your brain on Transcendentalism." It will be due later in the week that you return from break.

English 4 -- Be prepared to discuss and then turn in your responses to last night's reading assignment, "There's No Space Like Home." You will continue working on your research and outlines for your argument/persuasion essays. Outlines are due next Monday for fourth hour and Tuesday for eighth hour.

Speech -- Continue working on your outlines for your first major speeches.

Monday, November 21, 2005

English 3 : Turn in group worksheet over "Self-Reliance" if you have not yet done so. Remember, tomorrow your reflection over your personal road not taken is due. We will discuss Henry David Thoreau today. Tonight, read the excerpt of Walden and answer the questions about it. You will have some class time today to either work on your reflection or read and do the worksheet.

English 4 -- We will discuss what goes into an argument-persuasion essay. During class, you will work on your outline of your topic. For tonight, read "There's No Space Like Home" (I will give it to you) and write out how Quevedo uses Rogerian strategy to appease her audience. Your thesis and main points are due today.

Speech -- Today, your topic and three main points are due. I will show you what is expected on an outline today. You will need to begin working on it.

Friday, November 18, 2005

English 3 -- Socratic circles over "The Road Not Taken." Turn in your paragraph over an Emerson quote. Remember, if your group worksheet over "Self-Reliance" wan't completed yesterday and turned in, it is due Monday. You will have a personal reflection over difficult choices. This is due Tuesday.

English 4 -- We will discuss Rogerian Strategy tomorow and continue locating information for essays. Go to the following link to practic Rogerian Stragegy: http://cwx.prenhall.com/bookbind/pubbooks/wood2/chapter11/multiple1/deluxe-content.html .

Speech -- Now that you have analyzed the audiences for speeches, you will begin locating information. By Monday, I want to know your topic and three main points (you may change them later if you need to, with my permission).

Thursday, November 17, 2005

English 3 -- We will work in groups discussing Emerson's "Self-Reliance." For homework, you will be given a worksheet with quotes from "Self-Reliance." Choose ONE and describe it's significance to you in a well-developed paragraph. Additionally, you will receive Robert Frost's poem "The Road Not Taken." You should mark it for Socratic Circles tomorrow.

English 4 -- We will discuss Toulmin logic today. By Monday, you will need your topic, thesis statement, and three possible main points.

Speech -- You should have your first expository speech topic by today (you all said you had them yesterday). Today, we will complete an audience analysis and how to conduct research. Three main points are due by tomorrow.

Wednesday, November 16, 2005

English 3 - We will discuss Emerson's "Nature" and how it fits transcendental thought. Then, we will read aloud another piece by Emerson called "Self-Reliance" and discuss. We will look at famous quotes and decide which ones fit our lives by looking at what we wrote yesterday about nature, a person's spiritual side, and individuality.

English 4 -- We will discuss logical fallacies today. Additionally, there will be a little time to research online.

Speech -- We will begin discussing how to organize a major speech.

Reading--Keep working on your Power Point presentations over your book. You will need to get my ok before adding color, pictures, background, and so forth.

Tuesday, November 15, 2005

English 3 -- Your Moby Dick Socratic circle reflections are due by the end of the day today. In class, we will begin learning about Transcendentalism and some Transcendentalist authors.

English 4 -- Fourth hour, we will review inductive and deductive reasoning. Next, we will discuss Toulmin logic. You will then continue researching for your chosen topic. Turn in your "In Praise of the F-Word" worksheet. 8th hour, you will have a guest speaker today from RLC (actually, she used to be your librarian in grade school when you were young...Beth Mandrell). Turn in your "In Praise of the F-Word" workhseet before you leave.

Speech -- Chapter 6 test.

Reading -- Continue working on your Power Point presentations. Be sure to practice pronouncing all the words so that when you read to us, you will make sense.

Monday, November 14, 2005

English 3 -- You will complete your Socratic circle reflections today. They are due tomorrow.

English 4 -- Fourth hour will have a guest speaker, Beth Mandrell, to show you how to access the RLC library online. Turn in your worksheets from the story assigned. Eighth hour will be tomorrow. Eighth hour today, we will continue discussing inductive and deductive reasoning. Go to http://www.socialresearchmethods.net/kb/dedind.htm to see another explanation of inductive and deductive reasoning. We will then continue onto Tolumin logic. For homework, read "In Praise of the F- Word" and do the worksheet given to you.

Speech -- We will finish impromptu speeches and prepare for a Chapter 6 test tomorrow.

Friday, November 11, 2005

NO SCHOOL!!!!!!!!!!

Thursday, November 10, 2005

English 3 -- Begin working on Socratic Circles reflection. We will continue working on Monday. It will be due Tuesday.

English 4 -- We will spend some time locating information on your chosen topics. We will look at not only supporting evidence, but also differing viewpoints from your own.

Speech -- Impromptu speeches.

Wednesday, November 9, 2005

English 3 -- Socratic Circles today. Come prepared to discuss deeply!

English 4 -- We will discuss audience analysis, avoiding a hostile tone, organizing supporting evidence, and acknowledging and refuting differing viewpoints. We will begin looking at topics of interest and locating differing viewpoints online.

Speech -- Impromptu speeches. Remember to move a bit and use gestures.

Tuesday, November 8, 2005

English 3 -- We will discuss Moby Dick and Herman Melville. Socratic circles today.

English 4 -- Be prepared to discuss the statements from Friday. We will continue working with ethos, pathos, and logos. Additionally, we will discuss using logos in argumentation-persuasion.

Speech -- We will finish Chapter 6 discussion today. We will begin another round of impromptu speeches, with more expectations attached to this one.

Monday, November 7, 2005

English 3 -- Worked on ACT reading review since I was absent.

English 4 -- Read TIME magazine article and highlight instances of ethos, pathos, and logos.

Speech -- Study hall.

Reading -- Work Keys.

Friday, November 4, 2005

English 3 -- Either correct your Crucible essay or mark up the text of Moby Dick. Both are due Monday.

English 4 -- Turn in your essays today. We will begin argumentation-persuasion. For homework, look at the worksheet with statements lacking in logic. Be prepared to discuss them Monday.

Speech -- We will continue discussing Chapter 6.

Thursday, November 3, 2005

The first Scholar Bowl match is tonight. Come support us!

English 3 -- Turn in your poems. I will ask for a few of you to share yours (volunteers, only). Next, you will post to your blog (I HOPE!). Online, post the answers to three of the following:

1. How does this poem make you feel? Why? How does Poe make you feel this way?
2. Consider the motif of the word “nevermore.” How does this motif become increasingly more important as the poem goes on?
3. This poem has been popular for more than one hundred years. Explain why you think the poem does or does not merit this continued attention.
4. What does the Raven eventually come to represent?
5. Do you think grief can truly cause a person to permanently lose the ability to reason? Explain.

We will then discuss Herman Melville and his famous novel, Moby Dick. For homework, read the excerpt from Moby Dick and mark text for discussion in Socratic Circles Monday. Tomorrow, you will have the hour to work on your revision of your Crucible essay. If you are finished, please work on the Moby Dick excerpt.

English 4 -- You will have about half the period to work on correcting your drafts. Finals are due Friday by the end of the day. We will begin discussing argumentation-persuasion as our last type of writing.

Speech -- We will begin Chapter 6.

Wednesday, November 2, 2005

English 3 -- We will continue looking at the Interactive Raven website to discuss Poe's craft in "The Raven." Additionally, we will discuss the meaning and symbols in the poem. Turn in your Poe worksheet over his background. Tonight, write a poem using alliteration, assonance, internal rhyme and external rhyme. Your poem can be about anything school-appropriate. When finished, write the rhyme scheme (ABCBBB , etc.)

English 4 -- We will peer edit today. Essays are due Friday by the end of the day.

Speech -- Chapter 5 test today.

Tuesday, November 1, 2005

English 3 -- "Devil and Tom Walker" vocabulary test today. In class, we will discuss assonance, internal and external rhyme scheme, tone and mood. Then, we will look at how Poe put together "The Raven" for effect. We will go to the following websites in this order:
http://knowingpoe.thinkport.org/writer/internal.asp
http://knowingpoe.thinkport.org/writer/external.asp
http://knowingpoe.thinkport.org/writer/challenge.asp .

With a partner, you will then look at the Interactive Raven: http://www.teachersfirst.com/share/raven/start-fl.html . Afterwards, you will have a worksheet, though we most likely will not get to that part until tomorrow.


English 4 - Finish your draft. I will give you a check sheet to make sure you are still on track. Tomorrow, we will peer edit.


Speech --We will finish presentations today. Afterwards, you will each rate your group members as well as yourself. I will then hand out a study guide for the test tomorrow and hand back your last test.