Hello Writers!
Today we celebrate your writing and the stories of our classmates. We are a culture. We are a community. Let's have fun!
1. SWT
2. TJ Reflections
3. Cipher
4. Authors Chair
HW
1. Partner Poems continue next week
EC
LE on Tuesday
Poetry Club on Wed
SD Slam - 12/10
LE Anniversary 1/8
Prompts:
1. It's raining
2. It's pouring...
3. The old man...
4. Snooring...
5. Bed..
Friday, November 30, 2018
Thursday, November 29, 2018
Guest Writer - TJ Moss (Periods 2,3)
Hello Seniors!
Today we welcome the musical and spiritual goodness that is TJ Moss. TJ is a dynamic individual who lives his life with purpose and meaning. He has stories, he has traveled, he writes everyday. We are lucky to have his continous support. TJ and his friends visit our workshop every year. This year is special because he is here solo! He is all yours. Welcome TJ!
1. SWT
2. Guest Writer - TJ Moss
* Take notes - 5W's and H
* Be a Journalist. Interact. Have Fun.
HW
1. "When You Tell Them...." - Due Tmrw. 2 Copies.
2. TJ Reflection due Tuesday
* Grades close TMRW
1. Mojo
2. Yes
3. Rain
Today we welcome the musical and spiritual goodness that is TJ Moss. TJ is a dynamic individual who lives his life with purpose and meaning. He has stories, he has traveled, he writes everyday. We are lucky to have his continous support. TJ and his friends visit our workshop every year. This year is special because he is here solo! He is all yours. Welcome TJ!
1. SWT
2. Guest Writer - TJ Moss
* Take notes - 5W's and H
* Be a Journalist. Interact. Have Fun.
HW
1. "When You Tell Them...." - Due Tmrw. 2 Copies.
2. TJ Reflection due Tuesday
* Grades close TMRW
1. Mojo
2. Yes
3. Rain
Wednesday, November 28, 2018
WRG - "When You Tell Them My Story..."
Hello Truth Seekers and Speakers!
Today we get to work on revision and feedback. Once again - we meet with our classmates to talk about our writing, voice, clarity, content, stylistic choices, structure, formatting, grammatical choices, use of white space, stanza/line breaks, figurative language, sensory language, word choice, etc...
Follow WRG Protocol. Your mission is to make everyone better. Be open. Be constructive.
1. SWT
2. LE Chat and Props
3. WRG - Continue to talk, ask questions, inquire, suggest, copy stylistically
4. Writing Time
HW
1. "When You Tell Them..." - Final Draft due Friday. Be ready to present. Two copies.
Prompts:
1. They were all smiling...
2. Something had changed...
3. Do overs...
4. That is the old stuff though...
5. Now, you know you folks....
Today we get to work on revision and feedback. Once again - we meet with our classmates to talk about our writing, voice, clarity, content, stylistic choices, structure, formatting, grammatical choices, use of white space, stanza/line breaks, figurative language, sensory language, word choice, etc...
Follow WRG Protocol. Your mission is to make everyone better. Be open. Be constructive.
1. SWT
2. LE Chat and Props
3. WRG - Continue to talk, ask questions, inquire, suggest, copy stylistically
4. Writing Time
HW
1. "When You Tell Them..." - Final Draft due Friday. Be ready to present. Two copies.
Prompts:
1. They were all smiling...
2. Something had changed...
3. Do overs...
4. That is the old stuff though...
5. Now, you know you folks....
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
"When You Tell Them My Story" - Interview Time!
Hello Partners!
Today you get to really delve in - talk story! Ask questions, let the conversations feel natural, but make sure you are writing down worthwhile information, interesting words or sayings, sensory language. Ask more in depth questions - get to the real stuff. Have fun. Even the silly conversation can become fodder for your pieces. Awkward Silence? Figure it out.
1. SWT
2. Interview Time
HW
1. Draft Due Tmrw. Typed. Bring TWO copies.
EC
1. LE TONIGHT! $6 Cover. Starts at 8pm. Queen Bees in North Park
1. When you tell them my story be sure to say...
2. Don't forget to mention...
3. The last thing I want people to say about me...
4. If I could live in any other year/decade...
5. My top ten songs and why....
Today you get to really delve in - talk story! Ask questions, let the conversations feel natural, but make sure you are writing down worthwhile information, interesting words or sayings, sensory language. Ask more in depth questions - get to the real stuff. Have fun. Even the silly conversation can become fodder for your pieces. Awkward Silence? Figure it out.
1. SWT
2. Interview Time
HW
1. Draft Due Tmrw. Typed. Bring TWO copies.
EC
1. LE TONIGHT! $6 Cover. Starts at 8pm. Queen Bees in North Park
1. When you tell them my story be sure to say...
2. Don't forget to mention...
3. The last thing I want people to say about me...
4. If I could live in any other year/decade...
5. My top ten songs and why....
Monday, November 26, 2018
When You Tell Them My Story....Partner Poems
Hello Writers!
Welcome back. Let's think about our identity and how we perceive ourselves - then we will get a chance to see how others might perceive us with the tidbits of story we choose to tell. This is also a great opportunity to practice your journalistic skills - interviewing, Q and A, listening, interpreting, and writing - you can and will be doing all of this. Have fun. Meet someone. Share your stories. Write something that honors the activity and the individual.
1. SWT - See Prompt
2. Duo Poems - Examples
3. Interview Q's
4. Partner Time
HW
1. Partner Poem Draft - Due Wednesday, Final Draft Due Friday
EC
1. LE Tmrw Night - WW goes to LE! Come out earn extra credit right before grades close....perform something and it will be to your advantage.
Let me know - we can get you on the list.
Prompts
1. Write down 10 interview questions that will get someone talking. No Yes/No Q's.
2. The way I define myself
3. My identity is made up of....
Welcome back. Let's think about our identity and how we perceive ourselves - then we will get a chance to see how others might perceive us with the tidbits of story we choose to tell. This is also a great opportunity to practice your journalistic skills - interviewing, Q and A, listening, interpreting, and writing - you can and will be doing all of this. Have fun. Meet someone. Share your stories. Write something that honors the activity and the individual.
1. SWT - See Prompt
2. Duo Poems - Examples
3. Interview Q's
4. Partner Time
HW
1. Partner Poem Draft - Due Wednesday, Final Draft Due Friday
EC
1. LE Tmrw Night - WW goes to LE! Come out earn extra credit right before grades close....perform something and it will be to your advantage.
Let me know - we can get you on the list.
Prompts
1. Write down 10 interview questions that will get someone talking. No Yes/No Q's.
2. The way I define myself
3. My identity is made up of....
Friday, November 16, 2018
Authors Chair - Thanksgiving Edition
Hello Everyone!
We Write. We share. We care. We eat food. We be good. Have a safe break.
1. SWT
2. Cipher
3. Authors Chair
HW
1. WRITE!
EC
1. LE on Tuesday!
Prompts
1. So far...
2. By this time next week...
3. My writing at this point...
4. I'm noticing
5. My favorite thing(s)/people about/in this class...
We Write. We share. We care. We eat food. We be good. Have a safe break.
1. SWT
2. Cipher
3. Authors Chair
HW
1. WRITE!
EC
1. LE on Tuesday!
Prompts
1. So far...
2. By this time next week...
3. My writing at this point...
4. I'm noticing
5. My favorite thing(s)/people about/in this class...
Thursday, November 15, 2018
Writing/Editing - Perks of a Free Verse Day
Hello Writers!
Use your time today to write, revise, conference, type, and/or edit your Free Verse poem. Use combinations of styles we have played with or try something new. Have a premise and purpose for your choices and content. See the prompts from Tuesday if you still need assistance with ideas.
1. Guest Reflections Due - Jaleesa/Anita
* Discussion and Take Aways
2. Writing Time
3. Film
HW
1. Free Verse due TMRW
2. Authors Chair/Cipher
3. Potluck?
EC
1. LE on Tuesday (Attend the Workshop w/Ra and Anita)
Use your time today to write, revise, conference, type, and/or edit your Free Verse poem. Use combinations of styles we have played with or try something new. Have a premise and purpose for your choices and content. See the prompts from Tuesday if you still need assistance with ideas.
1. Guest Reflections Due - Jaleesa/Anita
* Discussion and Take Aways
2. Writing Time
3. Film
HW
1. Free Verse due TMRW
2. Authors Chair/Cipher
3. Potluck?
EC
1. LE on Tuesday (Attend the Workshop w/Ra and Anita)
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Guest Mentor - Anita D
Hi Everyone,
Today we are joined by Anita D. Anita is an amazing and strong woman. Her poems are hard hitting and she is a student of the art. She is ranked in the top 30 poets in the world. She has represented both San Diego and Boston on National stages. We are very lucky to have her join us today. Take notes, ask questions, and learn from the best.
1. SWT
2. Meet Anita
HW
1. Reflections Due Tmrw - Jaleesa, Anita
2. Free Verse Poem - Due Friday. Typed. Error Free. See prompts.
EC
1. Poetry Club Today
Today we are joined by Anita D. Anita is an amazing and strong woman. Her poems are hard hitting and she is a student of the art. She is ranked in the top 30 poets in the world. She has represented both San Diego and Boston on National stages. We are very lucky to have her join us today. Take notes, ask questions, and learn from the best.
1. SWT
2. Meet Anita
HW
1. Reflections Due Tmrw - Jaleesa, Anita
2. Free Verse Poem - Due Friday. Typed. Error Free. See prompts.
EC
1. Poetry Club Today
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
The Perks of Free Verse
Hello Writers!
Let's make the most of our week together before Thanksgiving. Work with the recent and current prompts to write a Free Verse piece that borrows from any and all mentor texts we have explored. Revisit a poem, a prompt, a premise. Challenge yourself - create something interesting and unique for Authors Chair Thanksgiving Edition.
1. SWT - Watch Poem "Gratitude"
* Response. Reflection
2. "Perks"
HW
1. Free Verse poem due Friday
2. Jaleesa Reflection due Thursday
3. Anita Reflection due Thursday
EC
1. LE Tonight!
2. Poetry Club TMRW
Prompt Ideas
Spend a couple of weeks writing down simple things you are thankful for.
Write a poem that incorporates at least two of the things you have written.
Write a poem called Ode to Dinner Rolls.
Write a sonnet about a live turkey getting excited to go to the market. He is going to the market to get prepared for Thanksgiving dinner.
Write a poem that is set at the most memorable Thanksgiving dinner that you have experienced.
Begin a poem with this prompt: “With gratefulness…”
Write a humorous poem about a man who stays up all night preparing Thanksgiving dinner for a party. He ends up falling asleep and ends up missing the party.
Write a poem that involves multiple characters saying thank you to each other.
Write a poem where the Thanksgiving meal somehow saves the life of another person.
Fiction Creative Writing Prompts
Write a story that begins with a small action, that appears to be simple but results in having a larger meaning to someone else.
Write a story about the central figure preparing a Thanksgiving meal for a fictional or nonfictional culture that does not celebrate Thanksgiving.
Write a story that starts with, “The last time I saw his eyes, he looked thankful…”
Write a story where each character needs to say thank you to someone for something. The entire story should revolve around each character’s journey to express their gratitude for something.
Write a story from the perspective of someone who hates Thanksgiving and how this conflicts with the character’s family and lifestyle around the holidays.
Write a story about someone who is unable to express gratitude towards anyone.
Write a story from the perspective of a turkey whose ultimate end will be at the dinner table.
Look through the news for inspiring stories. Write a story about something inspirational that you are thankful to have heard or read.
Let's make the most of our week together before Thanksgiving. Work with the recent and current prompts to write a Free Verse piece that borrows from any and all mentor texts we have explored. Revisit a poem, a prompt, a premise. Challenge yourself - create something interesting and unique for Authors Chair Thanksgiving Edition.
1. SWT - Watch Poem "Gratitude"
* Response. Reflection
2. "Perks"
HW
1. Free Verse poem due Friday
2. Jaleesa Reflection due Thursday
3. Anita Reflection due Thursday
EC
1. LE Tonight!
2. Poetry Club TMRW
Prompt Ideas
Spend a couple of weeks writing down simple things you are thankful for.
Write a poem that incorporates at least two of the things you have written.
Write a poem called Ode to Dinner Rolls.
Write a sonnet about a live turkey getting excited to go to the market. He is going to the market to get prepared for Thanksgiving dinner.
Write a poem that is set at the most memorable Thanksgiving dinner that you have experienced.
Begin a poem with this prompt: “With gratefulness…”
Write a humorous poem about a man who stays up all night preparing Thanksgiving dinner for a party. He ends up falling asleep and ends up missing the party.
Write a poem that involves multiple characters saying thank you to each other.
Write a poem where the Thanksgiving meal somehow saves the life of another person.
Fiction Creative Writing Prompts
Write a story that begins with a small action, that appears to be simple but results in having a larger meaning to someone else.
Write a story about the central figure preparing a Thanksgiving meal for a fictional or nonfictional culture that does not celebrate Thanksgiving.
Write a story that starts with, “The last time I saw his eyes, he looked thankful…”
Write a story where each character needs to say thank you to someone for something. The entire story should revolve around each character’s journey to express their gratitude for something.
Write a story from the perspective of someone who hates Thanksgiving and how this conflicts with the character’s family and lifestyle around the holidays.
Write a story about someone who is unable to express gratitude towards anyone.
Write a story from the perspective of a turkey whose ultimate end will be at the dinner table.
Look through the news for inspiring stories. Write a story about something inspirational that you are thankful to have heard or read.
Friday, November 9, 2018
Authors Chair - "Something Wicked..."
Hello Authors!
Today we celebrate our "Something Wicked" pieces. There have been plenty opportunities to rework and revise your writing. I hope you are proud of your choices and you are happy with your final draft. Let's share our work and enjoy all that we are doing well.
1. SWT
2. Cipher
3. Authors Chair
4. Work Check
EC
1. Lyrical on Tuesday
2. Poetry Club Wednesday
3. SD Slam on Monday 11/12
4. Jaleesa - Comedy on 11/19
Prompts:
1. My writing is...
2. At 2:16 today....
3. Three day weekends...
4. 18 Things I am grateful for...
5. As 2018 starts to come to a close...
Today we celebrate our "Something Wicked" pieces. There have been plenty opportunities to rework and revise your writing. I hope you are proud of your choices and you are happy with your final draft. Let's share our work and enjoy all that we are doing well.
1. SWT
2. Cipher
3. Authors Chair
4. Work Check
EC
1. Lyrical on Tuesday
2. Poetry Club Wednesday
3. SD Slam on Monday 11/12
4. Jaleesa - Comedy on 11/19
Prompts:
1. My writing is...
2. At 2:16 today....
3. Three day weekends...
4. 18 Things I am grateful for...
5. As 2018 starts to come to a close...
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Guest Writer/Mentor - Jaleesa Johnson
Hello Writers!
Today we welcome the awesome talent that is Ms. Jaleesa Johnson. Jaleesa writes and performs stand-up comedy. She has her own Podcast and she works hard at her craft. She frequents Open Mics to develop her talent and she regularly performs at different venues around town. Jaleesa has visited our class many times, she has been a judge for the Slams, and she is a big advocate of our Writing Program. Take Notes. Ask Questions! Please welcome Jaleesa!
1. SWT
2. Meet Jaleesa
* Notes, Questions, Observations
HW
1. Jaleesa Relflection - Due on Thursday 11/15
2. "Something Wicked" - Final Draft due TMRW
3. Authors Chair - TMRW
EC
1. LE Tuesday
2. Slam on Monday
3. Glassless Minds - TONIGHT
Prompts:
1. I want to be serious before we get funny...
2. Sometimes I just can't process...
3. How am I to feel safe when...
4. The proximity of things...
5. Again, I wake up to....
Today we welcome the awesome talent that is Ms. Jaleesa Johnson. Jaleesa writes and performs stand-up comedy. She has her own Podcast and she works hard at her craft. She frequents Open Mics to develop her talent and she regularly performs at different venues around town. Jaleesa has visited our class many times, she has been a judge for the Slams, and she is a big advocate of our Writing Program. Take Notes. Ask Questions! Please welcome Jaleesa!
1. SWT
2. Meet Jaleesa
* Notes, Questions, Observations
HW
1. Jaleesa Relflection - Due on Thursday 11/15
2. "Something Wicked" - Final Draft due TMRW
3. Authors Chair - TMRW
EC
1. LE Tuesday
2. Slam on Monday
3. Glassless Minds - TONIGHT
Prompts:
1. I want to be serious before we get funny...
2. Sometimes I just can't process...
3. How am I to feel safe when...
4. The proximity of things...
5. Again, I wake up to....
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
WRG - #2 "Something Wicked"
Hello You Bunch of Chucks!
Today you get to check in on your piece to see if all of your choices and moves are making it. Read it out loud. If it sounds awkward...it is because it is...so fix it. Be honest with your peers and give proper feedback that every writer deserves. Again, have out the Chuck text to see if you can use his techniques to allow your own story to have the same ethos, sincerity and validity.
1. SWT
2. WRG #2 - PQW - Follow Protocol
3. Writing Time
HW
1. Prep for Jaleesa visit - What do you want to know about Comedy Writing?
2. "Something Wicked" - Inspired by piece due on Friday
3. Authors Chair Friday
EC
1. Poetry Club TODAY - Bring a friend!
2. Glassless Minds - TMRW
3. SD Slam on Monday
Prompts:
1. It won't take long...
2. Every time I hear that song...
3. A blessing in disguise...
4. This is what it feels like...
5. Where did all the time go...
Today you get to check in on your piece to see if all of your choices and moves are making it. Read it out loud. If it sounds awkward...it is because it is...so fix it. Be honest with your peers and give proper feedback that every writer deserves. Again, have out the Chuck text to see if you can use his techniques to allow your own story to have the same ethos, sincerity and validity.
1. SWT
2. WRG #2 - PQW - Follow Protocol
3. Writing Time
HW
1. Prep for Jaleesa visit - What do you want to know about Comedy Writing?
2. "Something Wicked" - Inspired by piece due on Friday
3. Authors Chair Friday
EC
1. Poetry Club TODAY - Bring a friend!
2. Glassless Minds - TMRW
3. SD Slam on Monday
Prompts:
1. It won't take long...
2. Every time I hear that song...
3. A blessing in disguise...
4. This is what it feels like...
5. Where did all the time go...
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Revision/Editing Day - "Something Wicked..."
Hello Writers!
Today you dig in. Make changes, try techniques, use peer advice, disregard peer advice, make changes, make choices, drive your piece. Do not be lazy. Be inspired by the mentor text and take risks. Do not be gentle - tackle this task.
1. SWT
2. Revision Time
3. Consultation Time - Do you need to meet with Mr.Samakosky?
HW
1. WRG - Draft #2 Tmrw. 3 Pages. Typed. Copies.
2. Final Draft "Something Wicked" - due Friday
EC
1. LE Tonight
2. Poetry Club TMRW - Amen Ra will be here
Prompts
1. Grateful List...
2. November...
3. Of all things I am thankful for...
4. I cannot wait...
Today you dig in. Make changes, try techniques, use peer advice, disregard peer advice, make changes, make choices, drive your piece. Do not be lazy. Be inspired by the mentor text and take risks. Do not be gentle - tackle this task.
1. SWT
2. Revision Time
3. Consultation Time - Do you need to meet with Mr.Samakosky?
HW
1. WRG - Draft #2 Tmrw. 3 Pages. Typed. Copies.
2. Final Draft "Something Wicked" - due Friday
EC
1. LE Tonight
2. Poetry Club TMRW - Amen Ra will be here
Prompts
1. Grateful List...
2. November...
3. Of all things I am thankful for...
4. I cannot wait...
Monday, November 5, 2018
WRG - "Something Wicked..."
Hello Writers!
Today we work with our classmates to get feedback and assistance on our piece. Have out your mentor text and be able to explain your specific attempts at Klosterman-like technique. Give each other ideas for content, time signatures, syntax. Ask questions - what more do you want to know? Assist one another to be better and then make awesome revisions!
1. SWT
2. WRG - "Something Wicked"
3. Writing Time
HW
1. WRG - "Something Wicked" - Draft #2 due WED. Typed. 3 Pages.
2. Happy Reflection due on TTMRW(Mon if you are absent Tues for polls)
Prompts:
1. I am starting my list...
2. November
3. Of all the things I am grateful for...
4. I cannot wait to....
Today we work with our classmates to get feedback and assistance on our piece. Have out your mentor text and be able to explain your specific attempts at Klosterman-like technique. Give each other ideas for content, time signatures, syntax. Ask questions - what more do you want to know? Assist one another to be better and then make awesome revisions!
1. SWT
2. WRG - "Something Wicked"
3. Writing Time
HW
1. WRG - "Something Wicked" - Draft #2 due WED. Typed. 3 Pages.
2. Happy Reflection due on TTMRW(Mon if you are absent Tues for polls)
Prompts:
1. I am starting my list...
2. November
3. Of all the things I am grateful for...
4. I cannot wait to....
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