Hello Sophomores,
Thank you for checking the blog. Here is the outline for the week.
Progress Reports will be distributed at the end of the week.
Advocate for yourself. Any concerns you have should be addressed immediately at the appropriate and designated time.
Tutoring/Office Hours - Tuesday after school
* Essay Workshop - Tuesday. Come get the assistance and help you need to ensure your success!
Due Dates:
Nature of Man Synthesis Essay - Due Friday. No Late Work will be accepted. No excuses.
Independent Reading - Book completion and critique/mind map due Friday 5/17
Extra Credit:
Poetry Club on Wednesday at lunch - attend/share
Tissues/Printing Paper - value TBD
Monday - Assessment
* Poem - The Hangman
* We will read the poem as a class. You will then annotate and answer questions independently. This will count as an assessment grade. Be ready to bring your best critical thinking!
Tuesday
* Unofficial WRG. You will write, edit, share, revise with your group.
* Sit together, write together, ask questions. Have your rubric with you. Evaluate your sources. Proofread and get feedback. Use this time efficiently.
Weds/Thurs - CST Testing. Your class will only meet on ONE of these days
* Unofficial WRG.
* Sit together, write together, ask questions. Have your rubric with
you. Evaluate your sources. Proofread and get feedback. Use
this time efficiently.
* This will be your last day to work on your writing before it is due on Friday. Be diligent.
Friday
* Nature of Man Essay DUE
* Gallery Walk - Time to celebrate our unique voices and insight!
Work hard this week. Your classwork and your essay will be evaluated closely and will contribute immensely to your final semester grade. We will be transitioning to our poetry/spoken word unit on Monday 5/6. Be ready to have some fun these last few weeks!
Be good.
Samakosky
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Sunday, April 21, 2013
Week #12 - Essay Writing, CST's, Progress Grades
Hello Sophomores,
12 week grades close this Friday. Continue to bring your best efforts into class. Complete all of your assignments, do your reading(s), and write, edit, and revise your essay. You must participate and advocate for yourself.
Tutoring/Office Hours - Tuesday after school or upon request
Poetry Club - Wednesdays at Lunch - attend/participate for extra credit
CST's are this week - Weds/Thurs - There will be an alternative schedule
Due Dates:
Nature of Man Essay - due 5/3. Rough draft (page 1, minimum two paragraphs) due Friday 4/26
Independent Reading Selection - Critique/Mind Map - due Friday 5/17
(Have your Independent Reading with you EVERYDAY this week - take advantage of your time during testing to get ahead if you finish early)
Monday
* Class Activity - Handout
* Work Check - Nature of Man packet - Annotations/Notes/Questions
- this will be checked for full credit, partial credit, no credit
* Graphic Organizer - TEPAC - this will allow you to form your essay body paragraphs with appropriate evidence, concrete details, and commentary
*Opening paragraphs!
Tuesday
* Essay Writing - Use our class computers to work on your essay.
* Proof read, check for appropriate sources, write, edit, revise!
* Use your graphic organizer!
Weds/Thurs
* Essay Writing - Use our class computers to work on your essay.
* Proof read, check for appropriate sources, write, edit, revise!
* Use your graphic organizer!
Friday - Please note that this WRG is worth 50 points - most WRG's are 25 points.
- It would be wise to show up prepared, with specific questions, typed copies, and helpful intentions.
* FF/WRG - Read and Edit your group members Nature of Man essay drafts
* Check for effective introductory paragraphs, thesis statements, clear claims
* Note body paragraphs, MLA format, citations, sources,
* Have your WRG packet with you - follow protocol
Work hard this week. Take advantage of the time being given to write, edit, and revise.
Make good decisions. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. However, your last minute issues - are not mine. With this in mind - advocate in a timely manner and when appropriate.
Be good.
Samakosky
12 week grades close this Friday. Continue to bring your best efforts into class. Complete all of your assignments, do your reading(s), and write, edit, and revise your essay. You must participate and advocate for yourself.
Tutoring/Office Hours - Tuesday after school or upon request
Poetry Club - Wednesdays at Lunch - attend/participate for extra credit
CST's are this week - Weds/Thurs - There will be an alternative schedule
Due Dates:
Nature of Man Essay - due 5/3. Rough draft (page 1, minimum two paragraphs) due Friday 4/26
Independent Reading Selection - Critique/Mind Map - due Friday 5/17
(Have your Independent Reading with you EVERYDAY this week - take advantage of your time during testing to get ahead if you finish early)
Monday
* Class Activity - Handout
* Work Check - Nature of Man packet - Annotations/Notes/Questions
- this will be checked for full credit, partial credit, no credit
* Graphic Organizer - TEPAC - this will allow you to form your essay body paragraphs with appropriate evidence, concrete details, and commentary
*Opening paragraphs!
Tuesday
* Essay Writing - Use our class computers to work on your essay.
* Proof read, check for appropriate sources, write, edit, revise!
* Use your graphic organizer!
Weds/Thurs
* Essay Writing - Use our class computers to work on your essay.
* Proof read, check for appropriate sources, write, edit, revise!
* Use your graphic organizer!
Friday - Please note that this WRG is worth 50 points - most WRG's are 25 points.
- It would be wise to show up prepared, with specific questions, typed copies, and helpful intentions.
* FF/WRG - Read and Edit your group members Nature of Man essay drafts
* Check for effective introductory paragraphs, thesis statements, clear claims
* Note body paragraphs, MLA format, citations, sources,
* Have your WRG packet with you - follow protocol
Work hard this week. Take advantage of the time being given to write, edit, and revise.
Make good decisions. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. However, your last minute issues - are not mine. With this in mind - advocate in a timely manner and when appropriate.
Be good.
Samakosky
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Week #11 - What is the Nature of Man?
Hello Sophomores!
I hope this finds you well. We will continue to look at other resources and texts this week - additional information that you can synthesize and "make yours" for your process essay.
You will receive the prompt/rubric on Monday. Please begin to organize your thoughts, ideas, and analysis. You will receive support in class.
Reminders:
Office Hours/Tutoring - Tuesday after school
Poetry Club - Wednesdays at Lunch
Due Dates:
Night - Reading Check Quiz - Monday 4/15.
*top left corner of your paper - write: "Never Shall I Forget - Pg. 32" - earn 2 additional points
Independent Reading Selection - Monday 4/15
FF/WRG - Friday 4/19
Nature of Man Essay - due Friday 5/3. No late work will be accepted. No excuses.
Monday
* Independent Reading Selection- book check
* Night - Reading Quiz (25 points)
* TED Talks - The Psychology of Evil - Philip Ximbardo
http://www.ted.com/talks/philip_zimbardo_on_the_psychology_of_evil.html
* "Man Is A Product Of His Environment" - B.F Skinner - Read/Annotate
Tuesday
* Continue w/Skinner Q and A
* "Man Is Innately Aggressive" -Robert Ardrey. Read/Annotate/Discuss
* Silent Socratic - In class activity - Respond to Statements. Take Notes.
HW - Read "Pieces of You" - Jewel. Annotate/Answer Q's
Wednesday/Thursday
* Socratic Seminar - Be prepared. Bring any and all resources. You must participate in order to receive credit. (50 points)
* Graphic Organizer(s) - How to prepare CD/CM and Analysis. Begin your writing!
HW - Read/Respond/Q's for other selections in your packet - "Doctor My Eyes", "Columbine" pieces, "Mayor's Choice" - we will discuss these in class.
Friday
*FF/WRG - Be prepared. Extra Credit opportunity to anyone who brings their INTRODUCTORY paragraph (or more) for the Nature of Man essay. Get assistance and feedback from your group. This is a wonderful opportunity. However, you can choose to bring your creative pieces if you choose.
Work hard this week. Your packet should be completed and annotated by Friday. I will not be collecting it - rather I will spot check it. Your in class comments and participation will show me your efforts in thinking through the variety of resources that you have had at your disposal. It will also be easy to note this in your final paper. With this in mind - please work hard so that you have a lot of opportunities to display your insight and knowledge.
Grades close on Friday 4/26. Make sure that you are doing all you can to EARN your grade.
Be good. Be well.
Samakosky
I hope this finds you well. We will continue to look at other resources and texts this week - additional information that you can synthesize and "make yours" for your process essay.
You will receive the prompt/rubric on Monday. Please begin to organize your thoughts, ideas, and analysis. You will receive support in class.
Reminders:
Office Hours/Tutoring - Tuesday after school
Poetry Club - Wednesdays at Lunch
Due Dates:
Night - Reading Check Quiz - Monday 4/15.
*top left corner of your paper - write: "Never Shall I Forget - Pg. 32" - earn 2 additional points
Independent Reading Selection - Monday 4/15
FF/WRG - Friday 4/19
Nature of Man Essay - due Friday 5/3. No late work will be accepted. No excuses.
Monday
* Independent Reading Selection- book check
* Night - Reading Quiz (25 points)
* TED Talks - The Psychology of Evil - Philip Ximbardo
http://www.ted.com/talks/philip_zimbardo_on_the_psychology_of_evil.html
* "Man Is A Product Of His Environment" - B.F Skinner - Read/Annotate
Tuesday
* Continue w/Skinner Q and A
* "Man Is Innately Aggressive" -Robert Ardrey. Read/Annotate/Discuss
* Silent Socratic - In class activity - Respond to Statements. Take Notes.
HW - Read "Pieces of You" - Jewel. Annotate/Answer Q's
Wednesday/Thursday
* Socratic Seminar - Be prepared. Bring any and all resources. You must participate in order to receive credit. (50 points)
* Graphic Organizer(s) - How to prepare CD/CM and Analysis. Begin your writing!
HW - Read/Respond/Q's for other selections in your packet - "Doctor My Eyes", "Columbine" pieces, "Mayor's Choice" - we will discuss these in class.
Friday
*FF/WRG - Be prepared. Extra Credit opportunity to anyone who brings their INTRODUCTORY paragraph (or more) for the Nature of Man essay. Get assistance and feedback from your group. This is a wonderful opportunity. However, you can choose to bring your creative pieces if you choose.
Work hard this week. Your packet should be completed and annotated by Friday. I will not be collecting it - rather I will spot check it. Your in class comments and participation will show me your efforts in thinking through the variety of resources that you have had at your disposal. It will also be easy to note this in your final paper. With this in mind - please work hard so that you have a lot of opportunities to display your insight and knowledge.
Grades close on Friday 4/26. Make sure that you are doing all you can to EARN your grade.
Be good. Be well.
Samakosky
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Week #10 - Springing Forward!
Hello Everyone!
I am so glad you are checking in. I hope your break was relaxing and has revitalized you to return to school inspired with ferocity and tenacity! Look up those words if you need to! ; )
We will be covering quite a bit over the next few weeks. Please work hard and bring your best work. Expectations are high. Those who commit themselves fully will always see the expected results. Please do not do mediocre work and then question why you are not achieving an A or B in the class.
I am essentially assessing you as "soon-to-be" juniors at this point. Bring it.
Office Hours/Tutoring is Tuesday after school. This is the time to discuss any concerns or issues. If you want specific feedback concerning grades or assignments - I am more than happy to assist you. If you need to meet at another time that works best - please make sure to communicate with me.
Poetry Club on Wednesdays - Please attend...earn some extra credit!
Spring Break Extra Credit - extended to Tueday 4/9. No late work accepted.
You must have your next reading selection (it must be approved by me) by Monday 4/15. If you still have a book that you got from our class library - it MUST be returned immediately. Other students may want to read it!
Here is our tentative schedule:
Monday
* Guilt Graph
* Read - Night Chapter 7 - Notes with quotes and significance
HW - Guilt Graph, Ch.7 notes and theme tracker Ch.6 will be checked Tues.
Tuesday
* This is a day to regroup and to make sense of our novel, the themes, and the significance. Be ready with your theme trackers, quotes, explanations, etc..
* Night discussion
* HW - Finish Night - Chapters 8,9, Theme trackers for Ch.7,8,9 due Weds. Quiz coming soon.
* Theme Trackers ARE DUE ON FRIDAY 4/12. They must be stapled, in order, completed well, and stamped to receive full credit. Each tracker will be work 10 points. Without a stamp - the highest you can get is an 8. So make sure your work (quotes) are legit - and are not just "taking up space".
Wednesday/Thursday
* Packet - Philosophies about Human Nature. We will cover TWO more perspectives that will allow you to think more critically on your stance about human behavior. Please take notes and pay attention as this will be very helpful for your synthesis paper.
* Socratic Seminar - Night, TED, Philosophies. Please participate!
Again, take notes and pay attention as this will be very helpful for your synthesis paper.
* TED Talks
HW - Complete notes and annotations. Prepare for FF/WRG
Friday
* FF/WRG - come prepared to participate, improve and assist. You must have all necessary components to receive full credit. If you show without work you will receive a ZERO.
As you can see - there is a lot going on. You will always get out what you put in. Be an active participant in class, be heard, and share your insights and thoughts! What you say matters! I look forward to seeing your best during our remaining weeks together.
Be good.
Samakosky
I am so glad you are checking in. I hope your break was relaxing and has revitalized you to return to school inspired with ferocity and tenacity! Look up those words if you need to! ; )
We will be covering quite a bit over the next few weeks. Please work hard and bring your best work. Expectations are high. Those who commit themselves fully will always see the expected results. Please do not do mediocre work and then question why you are not achieving an A or B in the class.
I am essentially assessing you as "soon-to-be" juniors at this point. Bring it.
Office Hours/Tutoring is Tuesday after school. This is the time to discuss any concerns or issues. If you want specific feedback concerning grades or assignments - I am more than happy to assist you. If you need to meet at another time that works best - please make sure to communicate with me.
Poetry Club on Wednesdays - Please attend...earn some extra credit!
Spring Break Extra Credit - extended to Tueday 4/9. No late work accepted.
You must have your next reading selection (it must be approved by me) by Monday 4/15. If you still have a book that you got from our class library - it MUST be returned immediately. Other students may want to read it!
Here is our tentative schedule:
Monday
* Guilt Graph
* Read - Night Chapter 7 - Notes with quotes and significance
HW - Guilt Graph, Ch.7 notes and theme tracker Ch.6 will be checked Tues.
Tuesday
* This is a day to regroup and to make sense of our novel, the themes, and the significance. Be ready with your theme trackers, quotes, explanations, etc..
* Night discussion
* HW - Finish Night - Chapters 8,9, Theme trackers for Ch.7,8,9 due Weds. Quiz coming soon.
* Theme Trackers ARE DUE ON FRIDAY 4/12. They must be stapled, in order, completed well, and stamped to receive full credit. Each tracker will be work 10 points. Without a stamp - the highest you can get is an 8. So make sure your work (quotes) are legit - and are not just "taking up space".
Wednesday/Thursday
* Packet - Philosophies about Human Nature. We will cover TWO more perspectives that will allow you to think more critically on your stance about human behavior. Please take notes and pay attention as this will be very helpful for your synthesis paper.
* Socratic Seminar - Night, TED, Philosophies. Please participate!
Again, take notes and pay attention as this will be very helpful for your synthesis paper.
* TED Talks
HW - Complete notes and annotations. Prepare for FF/WRG
Friday
* FF/WRG - come prepared to participate, improve and assist. You must have all necessary components to receive full credit. If you show without work you will receive a ZERO.
As you can see - there is a lot going on. You will always get out what you put in. Be an active participant in class, be heard, and share your insights and thoughts! What you say matters! I look forward to seeing your best during our remaining weeks together.
Be good.
Samakosky
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