Monday, June 3, 2019

Final Week Together - Activities

Hello Seniors!

This is our last week together.  Be here each day to participate in closing activities and to spend time with your classmates.  You are being awarded points just for being here.  Interact, be kind, say goodbye.  Use your time respectfully.  See you at Graduation.

It has been a pleasure holding space with you and being your teacher.

Samakosky

Tues/Wed
* KUSI Story premieres TONIGHT at 10 pm.  Available online Wednesday.  Please share.
* Authors Chair - Nominations
* Cipher
* Portfolio Return
* Sea World Wednesday
* Taco Shop - Wednesday

Thursday
* Farewell Circle/Last Thoughts

*** SD Slam Team at Queen Bees on Monday 6/10

Tuesday, May 28, 2019

Work Day

Hello Seniors!

Here we are - near the very end.  Congrats to the teams that will be in today's FINAL.  Be sure to get permission slips to attend.  Today you are turning in your Portfolio.  If you need more time - take more time.  Be sure to turn in you hard copy so that you can get credit for next week's Gallery Walk.

1. Announcements/Zoo Passes
2. Portfolios - Rubrics/Self Assessment
3. Work Time
4. Film

HW
* Portfolios - Final turn in times: Thurs P.5, Friday P.2,4,6
* Zoo Field Trip - TMRW - Meet at the lion at 8:45.  We go in at 9.  Parking is free. Don't be late.


Thursday, May 23, 2019

Period 2,4 Semi Final Slams in PAC

Hello Seniors!

Meet in the PAC for the Semi Final rounds.  Good luck to all participants. 
Bring your energy!  Bring your good vibes!  We have a great day in store!

HOMEWORK
* Portfolios are due on 5/28 and/or 5/29.  You will be deducted 10% each day it is late.
* See the Portfolio requirements.  Be sure to follow protocol.
* Intro Reflection - MUST be: 2-4 complete pages.  12 pt font, Ariel/Times (Something collegiate)
* Your spacing should not be excessive as to fill up space.  Any attempts to do so (excessive double spacing) will result in a deduction of points. 
 * Be reflective.  Take the time to proofread and complete your story.

EC
* LE on Tuesday 5/28

Monday, May 20, 2019

Tues/Wed - Film "I Am"

Hello Seniors!

2nd Period
Today we will hangout and watch the film "Stranger Than Fiction" - enjoy!  We may have a Socratic if there is time.  We will finish viewing "I Am" during another class period.

6th Period
Today we will watch the film "I Am". Be sure to complete your handout and follow along with the central ideas and themes.  We will conclude this with a Socratic Seminar that ties into the other texts we have covered.  Be able to think critically and make connections.

1. Films "I Am" and "Stranger Than Fiction"
* Complete handout
* "I Am" - Inspired by piece DUE 5/28 - (This can be part of your 10 pages in portfolio)
***See other poems for ideas

HW
1. "I Am" - Handout due next class session - Period 2 we will talk.
2.  "I Am" - Inspired by due 5/28, 5/29

EC
* Symposium or Slam Reflection due 5/28, 5/29 (This can be part of your 10 pages in Portfolio)

Friday, May 17, 2019

Quarterfinal Slams and Symposium

Hello Seniors!

Enjoy all of the spoken word poems today.  There is a lot going on.  BE sure to support your classmates, keep the vibe hype, and let's have fun. 

1.Quartfinal Slam Rounds
2.  Announcements/Permission Slips
3. Schedule for Next Week
* 3rd Period Semi Final on MONDAY
* 2nd/6th Semi Final on THURSDAY - hosted by Sante

HW
1. Portfolio - Due 5/28
* See Blog for Portfolio Requirements (point adjustments are still taking place)
2. Reflection/Intro - Draft Due 5/21, 5/22
* See Prompts
3. Zoo Permission - DUE ASAP - 

EC
* Poetry Club Wed
* LE on Tues w/SD Slam Team
* Symposium Reflection Due on MONDAY

Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Smarter Balanced Tests - Weds/Thurs

Hello Seniors!

Today we take care of business.  We will use class time today and tomorrow (some of us will finish next week) - to complete the Smarter Balanced Test.  Please follow PLHS Testing Protocol. No phones.  Work quietly and Independently.  I will get you started.  Thanks for being cool.

We finish our Quarterfinal Round Slam on Thursday (6th) and Friday (2,3).  Period 3 Semi Final is on Monday 5/20 in the PAC. I will have permission slips for you to attend.  The Symposium is on Friday (P5,6) - you should come and support your classmates.  I will have permission slips as well.

1.Smarter Balanced Tests
2. LE?

HW
1. Portfolio - Due 5/28
* See Blog for Portfolio Requirements (point adjustments are still taking place)
* Reflection/Intro - Draft Due 5/21, 5/22
* See Prompts
2. Slam Rounds Continue on Thurs/Fri
3. Zoo Permission - DUE ASAP - Fri 5/17

EC
* Poetry Club Today at LUNCH
* Symposium on Friday - Permission Slips at Poetry Club TMRW

Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Slam Quarterfinals

Hello Seniors!

Today we continue with out Quarterfinal rounds.  Continue to allow the environment to thrive.  Support each other, speak loudly, be heard.  This is the place to be.

1. Slam Rules and Reminders
* Judges
* Scores

2. Quarterfinals
* P2 - Awkward Silence V Kool Kids V 4 Seasons
* P3 - We Showed V Matriarchy V Taco
* P4 - Thought Patrol V Winners V Kerbal

HW
1. Portfolio - Due 5/28
* See Blog for Portfolio Requirements (point adjustments are still taking place)
* Reflection/Intro - Draft Due 5/21, 5/22
* See Prompts
2. Slam Rounds Continue on Thurs/Fri
3. Zoo Permission - DUE ASAP - Fri 5/17

EC
* LE TONIGHT
* Poetry Club TMRW
* Symposium on Friday - Permission Slips at Poetry Club TMRW