Hello Poets!
Thank you for checking the blog. The next two weeks are rather straightforward. Your attendance, participation, WRG's, writing, and Slam performance are essential to your success. Please make sure that you are advocating for yourself and working to the best of your abilities. This is the ONLY way you can ensure an ABOVE AVERAGE grade in our class and workshop. Demonstrate persistence and effort and you will do just fine. I believe in you.
Thank you to those who came out to the Poets Meet Poets event at PLHS this past Saturday. We had a turn-out of 25 enthusiastic writers. We had amazing guests. Rudy Francisco stopped by to perform and to offer advice and support. It was a great day and we are planning a similar activity in February.You should attend if you can!
Office Hours - After school or by appointment. Speak up now.
Poetry Club - Wednesday after school.
Mon/Tues
* Sacred Writing Time
* WRG - Slam Teams. Write, Revise, Plan, Prep, Practice, Strategize...
* You will be graded for your efforts and teamwork. Demonstrate the ability to work towards success.
Weds/Thurs/Friday
* Spoken Word Slam - Round One - All NINE teams will perform. Be ready to present your work.
Each team will turn in typed copies of their individual poems and their group piece...date to be determined. With the group piece, make sure to highlight/indicate the lines/parts that each group member wrote/performed.
* Inspirational Texts will be shared sometime this week. Please be ready. Failure to do so will result in a non completion grade for this assignment.
The FOUR teams with the highest averaged scored will advance to the Second Round. This begins on Monday 12/16. Instructions and directions will be given in class as we move toward this date. Remember that the winning team will receive an A on the spoken word unit - as long as work is turned in neatly and on time.
Take advantage of your time to write and receive feedback. You are expected to incorporate diction/style/technique of the poets/poems we have studied/read/viewed as mentor texts.
Here is a link to the Def Poetry Channel on Youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuAbGJBvIVY&list=PL53810C8D59ED71BB
The first poem is "Hands" by Sarah Kaye. Sarah is an awesome
poet and you can learn a lot by watching her. Her content is amazing
and her ability to perform is top notch. Check out all the other
poets/musicians and links to other examples of excellence in the spoken
word genre.
Here is a link to Sarah's TED Talk. This is worth your time as well.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0snNB1yS3IE
Extra Credit Opportunity - Write a 1-2 page typed reflection on Sarah's purpose/poems/style/intent. Who is she as a writer? What makes her so good? Why is it important that young writers look to mentors like her? Turn this in by Friday. I will not ask for it...so you must literally put it in my hands.
Top 13 of 2013 is due on Thursday 12/19. Your work must be typed/error free/ and publishable. You have a lot of freedom and range with your writing topics and choice of presentation. Make sure that your work is reflective and demonstrates critical thinking and creative writing. You can write journal entries, stories, poems. Learn from the styles/techniques of our previous studies and mentor texts. Revisit Klosterman, take a look at the "Ultimate Guides" we wrote. Be unique and honor yout NINE rights as a writer.
Work Hard. Play Hard.
Samakosky
Turner
Sunday, December 8, 2013
Monday, December 2, 2013
Week #13 - Preparing for the Poetry Slam!
Hello Seniors!
Welcome back! Let's work hard these next three weeks - our next break is righ taround the corner! Work hard! Play hard! We have six weeks left in the semester - you will want to show dilligence and focus, as well as improvement and a willingness to write, revise, and reflect.
Our in-class Poetry Slam will keep things current and exciting! I cannot wait to see how you push yourselves and each other to write, perform an d express awesome viewpoints and perspectives. Don't pass up your opportunity to say something important....
Tentative Schedule:
* Round One - Weds. 12/11-Friday 12/13. Be ready to Slam! (9 Teams)
* Round Two - Mon. 12/16, Tues. 12/17 (4 Teams)
* Final Round - Thursday 12/19...to be continued on Friday 12/20 if needed (2 Teams)
*** Remember that the winning SLAM team will get an automatic A for this part of our unit - a nice grade booster for sure! Bring your best words, style, delivery to this art!
Office Hours - M/W - 2:15 - 3:30
*** Please speak with me if you have any concerns about grades, assignments, etc...
EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES:
Poetry Club is on Wednesday at LUNCH. Come try out a piece! Practice! Get feedback!
SATURDAY 12/7 - 10 -Noon - Poets Meet Poets with Mission Bay HS. This is a workshop and a chance to meet other writers your age. There will be food and special guests. You will get additional credit for attending and participating. All of this will be useful for writing your own work and performing.
Here is our schedule:
Monday
* Video Clips to reinvigorate and inspire.
* Sacred Writing Time
* Finish this Line/Idea -Group Activity
* Finish this Line/Idea - Independent.
Select favorite line/idea from group write and write freely - typed draft due on Weds.
Tuesday
* Sacred Writing Time
* Finish this Line - due Weds
* Villanelle - Learn how to write one of these sweet 19 line structured poems! Typed draft due Thurs.
Weds.
* WRG - Meet with your Slam Team! Bring ideas, poems, writings! Plan, Plot, Play!
* Due - Finish this Line poem (15-20 lines, free choice format, typed draft)
***GEAR UP Financial Aid Night - 6-8 pm at the PAC!
Thurs.
* Villanelle draft due!
* WRG - Meet with your Slam Team! Bring ideas, poems, writings! Plan, Plot, Play!
Friday
* WW Cypher
* Authors Chair
* Inspirational Text
* WRG - Meet with your Slam Team!
* DUE on Thurs 12/19 - Top 13 of 2013. Tell your Story!
* This is a 2 1/2 week "project" - get to work! Be creative! Be unique!
* Avoid subject matter that is not school appropriate
*** You will compile a list of 13 highlights from this year. Rank them in order from 13 - 1, with 1 being th most important/life changing experience of the year. Use techniques, skills, style that you have learned from mentor texts. Each entry should be a minimum of 100 words. Please make sure your work is publishable - this means typed, neat, organized, appealing, and free of errors. I will show an example in class. This will be part of your semester Portfolio.
Continue to work hard and to improve. Put in the time and effort to ensure that your writing represents you authentically. You have a lot of creative freedom and the expectation is that you and your group rise to the occasion. Good luck. Please advocate for yourself.
Samakosky
Turner
Welcome back! Let's work hard these next three weeks - our next break is righ taround the corner! Work hard! Play hard! We have six weeks left in the semester - you will want to show dilligence and focus, as well as improvement and a willingness to write, revise, and reflect.
Our in-class Poetry Slam will keep things current and exciting! I cannot wait to see how you push yourselves and each other to write, perform an d express awesome viewpoints and perspectives. Don't pass up your opportunity to say something important....
Tentative Schedule:
* Round One - Weds. 12/11-Friday 12/13. Be ready to Slam! (9 Teams)
* Round Two - Mon. 12/16, Tues. 12/17 (4 Teams)
* Final Round - Thursday 12/19...to be continued on Friday 12/20 if needed (2 Teams)
*** Remember that the winning SLAM team will get an automatic A for this part of our unit - a nice grade booster for sure! Bring your best words, style, delivery to this art!
Office Hours - M/W - 2:15 - 3:30
*** Please speak with me if you have any concerns about grades, assignments, etc...
EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES:
Poetry Club is on Wednesday at LUNCH. Come try out a piece! Practice! Get feedback!
SATURDAY 12/7 - 10 -Noon - Poets Meet Poets with Mission Bay HS. This is a workshop and a chance to meet other writers your age. There will be food and special guests. You will get additional credit for attending and participating. All of this will be useful for writing your own work and performing.
Here is our schedule:
Monday
* Video Clips to reinvigorate and inspire.
* Sacred Writing Time
* Finish this Line/Idea -Group Activity
* Finish this Line/Idea - Independent.
Select favorite line/idea from group write and write freely - typed draft due on Weds.
Tuesday
* Sacred Writing Time
* Finish this Line - due Weds
* Villanelle - Learn how to write one of these sweet 19 line structured poems! Typed draft due Thurs.
Weds.
* WRG - Meet with your Slam Team! Bring ideas, poems, writings! Plan, Plot, Play!
* Due - Finish this Line poem (15-20 lines, free choice format, typed draft)
***GEAR UP Financial Aid Night - 6-8 pm at the PAC!
Thurs.
* Villanelle draft due!
* WRG - Meet with your Slam Team! Bring ideas, poems, writings! Plan, Plot, Play!
Friday
* WW Cypher
* Authors Chair
* Inspirational Text
* WRG - Meet with your Slam Team!
* DUE on Thurs 12/19 - Top 13 of 2013. Tell your Story!
* This is a 2 1/2 week "project" - get to work! Be creative! Be unique!
* Avoid subject matter that is not school appropriate
*** You will compile a list of 13 highlights from this year. Rank them in order from 13 - 1, with 1 being th most important/life changing experience of the year. Use techniques, skills, style that you have learned from mentor texts. Each entry should be a minimum of 100 words. Please make sure your work is publishable - this means typed, neat, organized, appealing, and free of errors. I will show an example in class. This will be part of your semester Portfolio.
Continue to work hard and to improve. Put in the time and effort to ensure that your writing represents you authentically. You have a lot of creative freedom and the expectation is that you and your group rise to the occasion. Good luck. Please advocate for yourself.
Samakosky
Turner
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Week #12 - Sestinas, Rolland, Returned Work, Spoken Word, and Authors Chair
Hello Seniors!
I am grateful for being able to work with you every single day. It is amazing that we are 1/4 of the way through our school year and our time together. Let's continue to grow as writers and thinkers - staying open to new ideas and being willing to try new and different approaches to finding our most authentic voice.
Take advantage of opportunities to improve your class status and grade. I know this is important - however work ethic and a willingness to "be the process" is what we are working towards. Participate in daily classwork and activities and share your writing. Be sure to reflect on what is working for you stylistically and be okay with your endeavors that are less successful.
Office Hours/Tutoring - Monday/Wednesday after school.
* If you need to meet at another time - please schedule this with me accordingly.
Additional Credit Activities - completion of these writing assignments will contribute to your improvements as a writer (the over-arching goal of our class). It is highly suggested that if you are in hopes of attaining an A in the class for the semester that you take advantage of these opportunities. The deadline to submit these works is MONDAY 12/2. However, revise and resubmit work is open indefinitely - you can expect a January deadline. You WILL also get additional credit if these works become part of your Semester Portfolio - which you will submit in January on Midterms/Finals Day.
*** All assignments must be typed and publishable works
* Letter to LTAB Poet - Dear Nova, Lamar, Adam, Nate (1-2 pages in length)
* Grateful List - based of off our Sacred Writing prompt - (5-10 worthwhile entries of gratitude)
* Revise and Resubmit - Any Writing Invites, Personal Statement, etc... (you must submit your work with the original piece...you must have a reflection on what you have changed and why it is now a better piece)
* Read a book of your choice. Submit an authentic reflection which includes insight into author style and choice. Must be 1-2 pages in length. Clear your book selection with me on/by THURSDAY. IF you do not clear your book - I will not accept your reflection.
* 5-10 pages of your own writing/poems/independent endeavors - come and speak with me if you want more information on this...
Here is our tentative class schedule:
Monday
* Sestinas - We will experiment with this poetic format in class...you will write your own Sestina draft which will be due on TUESDAY for a credit/no credit grade
Tuesday
* Workshop with Rolland (from Glassless Minds)
* Rolland will share his insight and experience with Spoken Word
* You will produce your own poem based on an in-class writing activity - a draft will be due on WEDNESDAY for a credit/no credit grade
* Note - if you are absent - you will still be required to complete the activity
Wednesday
* Return Work - Personal Statements, Klosterman Copy, Mentor Text Poem
* Display exemplary student examples
* Independent Writing - poem revisions
* Slam Team Selections and Poem Expectations
Thursday
* Writing Activity (TBD)
* Grade Updates
Friday
* Inspirational Texts
* Authors Chair
* WW Cypher
Work hard, play hard! If you are going to be absent, make sure to speak with me. You are still responsible for completing all your work.
Be good. Be grateful. Have a great week.
Samakosky
Turner
I am grateful for being able to work with you every single day. It is amazing that we are 1/4 of the way through our school year and our time together. Let's continue to grow as writers and thinkers - staying open to new ideas and being willing to try new and different approaches to finding our most authentic voice.
Take advantage of opportunities to improve your class status and grade. I know this is important - however work ethic and a willingness to "be the process" is what we are working towards. Participate in daily classwork and activities and share your writing. Be sure to reflect on what is working for you stylistically and be okay with your endeavors that are less successful.
Office Hours/Tutoring - Monday/Wednesday after school.
* If you need to meet at another time - please schedule this with me accordingly.
Additional Credit Activities - completion of these writing assignments will contribute to your improvements as a writer (the over-arching goal of our class). It is highly suggested that if you are in hopes of attaining an A in the class for the semester that you take advantage of these opportunities. The deadline to submit these works is MONDAY 12/2. However, revise and resubmit work is open indefinitely - you can expect a January deadline. You WILL also get additional credit if these works become part of your Semester Portfolio - which you will submit in January on Midterms/Finals Day.
*** All assignments must be typed and publishable works
* Letter to LTAB Poet - Dear Nova, Lamar, Adam, Nate (1-2 pages in length)
* Grateful List - based of off our Sacred Writing prompt - (5-10 worthwhile entries of gratitude)
* Revise and Resubmit - Any Writing Invites, Personal Statement, etc... (you must submit your work with the original piece...you must have a reflection on what you have changed and why it is now a better piece)
* Read a book of your choice. Submit an authentic reflection which includes insight into author style and choice. Must be 1-2 pages in length. Clear your book selection with me on/by THURSDAY. IF you do not clear your book - I will not accept your reflection.
* 5-10 pages of your own writing/poems/independent endeavors - come and speak with me if you want more information on this...
Here is our tentative class schedule:
Monday
* Sestinas - We will experiment with this poetic format in class...you will write your own Sestina draft which will be due on TUESDAY for a credit/no credit grade
Tuesday
* Workshop with Rolland (from Glassless Minds)
* Rolland will share his insight and experience with Spoken Word
* You will produce your own poem based on an in-class writing activity - a draft will be due on WEDNESDAY for a credit/no credit grade
* Note - if you are absent - you will still be required to complete the activity
Wednesday
* Return Work - Personal Statements, Klosterman Copy, Mentor Text Poem
* Display exemplary student examples
* Independent Writing - poem revisions
* Slam Team Selections and Poem Expectations
Thursday
* Writing Activity (TBD)
* Grade Updates
Friday
* Inspirational Texts
* Authors Chair
* WW Cypher
Work hard, play hard! If you are going to be absent, make sure to speak with me. You are still responsible for completing all your work.
Be good. Be grateful. Have a great week.
Samakosky
Turner
Friday, November 8, 2013
Week #11 - Spoken Word, Socratic, a Gallary Walk, and Inspiration!
Hello Seniors!
This is a quick little update to get us to Tuesday. Make sure you check back on 11/12 for a more extensive update on our week and our assignments.
I hope you are enjoying your long weekend. The writing and the risks you are taking are super elevated and noticeable. I am truly impressed with your Personal Statements and Klosterman Copy content, stylistic choices, purposeful diction, differing syntax, and use of Mentor Text. I know we are only going to get better as we further embrace the writing, editing and revision process.
As soon as you begin turning in work that has been edited numerous times - you will see your scores skyrocketing. It is clear that the talent is there - however, the grit and the tenacity is always a work in progress.
Now...WE will be getting louder than "Louder Than A Bomb". It is our turn to play with language and delivery - healthily competing against one another. Please attend class, be a part of all the activities, and continue to write and explore your life's terrain.
There will be more information available when you check back concerning future writing assignments and opportunities. Office Hours will be on Wednesday/Thursday - so make sure to speak with me - now is the time to express any concerns you have. Grades will close on 11/22...the same day we head to Thanksgiving Break. Please advocate for yourself.
TUESDAY
* Socratic Seminar - Engage in an adult themed conversation - demonstrate critical thinking and inspire your classmates to do the same.
* Be ready with the texts you were asked to read and annotate. Your participation and insight is crucial - a failure to speak, ask questions, or offer text insight will result in a ZERO. You miss out on this opportunity if you are not in class...which will affect your grade as well.
* Texts:
"I Wanna Hear A Poem" - Steve Coleman,
"If" - Rudyard Kipling,
"I'll Be Knocking Out Goddamn Poetry....Flight" - Sean Adams
"Pretty Good" - Anonymous
Continue to write and reflect. Be present, be critical, and realize that EVERYTHING is worth writing about.
You are a tremendous talent. I believe in you.
Samakosky
Turner
This is a quick little update to get us to Tuesday. Make sure you check back on 11/12 for a more extensive update on our week and our assignments.
I hope you are enjoying your long weekend. The writing and the risks you are taking are super elevated and noticeable. I am truly impressed with your Personal Statements and Klosterman Copy content, stylistic choices, purposeful diction, differing syntax, and use of Mentor Text. I know we are only going to get better as we further embrace the writing, editing and revision process.
As soon as you begin turning in work that has been edited numerous times - you will see your scores skyrocketing. It is clear that the talent is there - however, the grit and the tenacity is always a work in progress.
Now...WE will be getting louder than "Louder Than A Bomb". It is our turn to play with language and delivery - healthily competing against one another. Please attend class, be a part of all the activities, and continue to write and explore your life's terrain.
There will be more information available when you check back concerning future writing assignments and opportunities. Office Hours will be on Wednesday/Thursday - so make sure to speak with me - now is the time to express any concerns you have. Grades will close on 11/22...the same day we head to Thanksgiving Break. Please advocate for yourself.
TUESDAY
* Socratic Seminar - Engage in an adult themed conversation - demonstrate critical thinking and inspire your classmates to do the same.
* Be ready with the texts you were asked to read and annotate. Your participation and insight is crucial - a failure to speak, ask questions, or offer text insight will result in a ZERO. You miss out on this opportunity if you are not in class...which will affect your grade as well.
* Texts:
"I Wanna Hear A Poem" - Steve Coleman,
"If" - Rudyard Kipling,
"I'll Be Knocking Out Goddamn Poetry....Flight" - Sean Adams
"Pretty Good" - Anonymous
Continue to write and reflect. Be present, be critical, and realize that EVERYTHING is worth writing about.
You are a tremendous talent. I believe in you.
Samakosky
Turner
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Week #10 - Louder Than A Bomb, Imitating Klosterman, Elements of Spoken Word...
Dear Seniors!
Hello! Thank you for checking the blog. I am more than impressed with your Personal Statements. You are amazing people with amazing stories - thank you for sharing and intrusting your words. Many of you still need plenty of revision - make sure that you take advantage of your opportunities to resubmit your work for a second assessment. You will get these back this week.
Office Hours/Tutoring will be on Tuesday and Wednesday after school. I am updating grades this week. If you have any questions or concerns - please make sure to speak with me at the appropriate time - so that we are able to assist you as needed.
Poetry Club - Wednesday @ Lunch
Poetry Day - Poets meet Poets with Mission Bay HS on Saturday 12/7 at 10 a.m. Please let me know if you are interested in attending this event. You will receive additional credit for attendance.
This week we will be transitioning into our Spoken Word/Poetry Unit. Be open to this awesome genre which offers numerous opportunities to share your writing, your voice, your insights, and your opinions. Be ready to inspire others, as well as being enlightened yourself. I know that you will both enjoy and honor this very cool artistic medium. Write on!
Monday/Tuesday
* Sacred Writing Time
* Imitating Klosterman Writing Assignment - draft due Wed. Final due Friday
* Film - "Louder Than A Bomb" - Note a Poet
Wednesday
* Writing Activity - in class writing
* WRG - Klosterman Writing Assigmnent draft. Please bring copies for your group
Follow all WRG protocol in order to receive full credit
Thursday - (assignments subject to change)
* Poetry Gallery Walk
* Note a Poet
* Writing Activity - in class writing
Friday - Participation Day
* Klosterman Writing Assignment Due - No Late Work
* Inspirational Texts
* WW Cypher
*Author's Chair
Have a good week. Make sure to involve yourself in the writing process....draft, revise, edit, draft.
Make sure you advocate for yourself. Continue to be your most authentic self.
Samakosky
Turner
Hello! Thank you for checking the blog. I am more than impressed with your Personal Statements. You are amazing people with amazing stories - thank you for sharing and intrusting your words. Many of you still need plenty of revision - make sure that you take advantage of your opportunities to resubmit your work for a second assessment. You will get these back this week.
Office Hours/Tutoring will be on Tuesday and Wednesday after school. I am updating grades this week. If you have any questions or concerns - please make sure to speak with me at the appropriate time - so that we are able to assist you as needed.
Poetry Club - Wednesday @ Lunch
Poetry Day - Poets meet Poets with Mission Bay HS on Saturday 12/7 at 10 a.m. Please let me know if you are interested in attending this event. You will receive additional credit for attendance.
This week we will be transitioning into our Spoken Word/Poetry Unit. Be open to this awesome genre which offers numerous opportunities to share your writing, your voice, your insights, and your opinions. Be ready to inspire others, as well as being enlightened yourself. I know that you will both enjoy and honor this very cool artistic medium. Write on!
Monday/Tuesday
* Sacred Writing Time
* Imitating Klosterman Writing Assignment - draft due Wed. Final due Friday
* Film - "Louder Than A Bomb" - Note a Poet
Wednesday
* Writing Activity - in class writing
* WRG - Klosterman Writing Assigmnent draft. Please bring copies for your group
Follow all WRG protocol in order to receive full credit
Thursday - (assignments subject to change)
* Poetry Gallery Walk
* Note a Poet
* Writing Activity - in class writing
Friday - Participation Day
* Klosterman Writing Assignment Due - No Late Work
* Inspirational Texts
* WW Cypher
*Author's Chair
Have a good week. Make sure to involve yourself in the writing process....draft, revise, edit, draft.
Make sure you advocate for yourself. Continue to be your most authentic self.
Samakosky
Turner
Sunday, October 27, 2013
Week #9 - Goths, Personal Statements, Zombies, Spoken Word w/Imani, and Inspiration....
Hello(ween) Seniors!
Thank you for checking into this cauldron of academic information. We will have a wonderfully spooky week together -laying our Personal Statements to rest and having some fun casting creative and lyrical spells!
Please do your best to take advantage of the many opportunities to get a-head. I hope you enjoy the Halloween themes that are spider webbed into our assignments and prompts. Watch out for those Goths and the Zombie-astic Article/Assessment surfacing on Wednesday. Don't be scared...
Please note that no late work will be accepted. Don't find yourself six feet under....
Next week we will be transitioning into our Spoken Word Poetry Unit. Are you ready to venture in to new and uncharted territories? We will welcome some of San Diego's best poets/writers/mentors into our classroom...
* Since you are checking the blog - you deserve to be rewarded!
Monday 10/28 - Follow these specific directions: On one side of an index card write"Trick or Treat" and on the other side write - "I Love Writers Workshop". Easy points. Hand me your card quietly at the beginning of class. Make sure your name, date, class period is visible.
Tutoring/Office Hours - Monday 2:15 - 3:15, Tuesday 2:15 - 4 pm
* Personal Statement Workshop - edit/revise, use the computers, print
* TSI (Test Scene Investigation) - You are personally dared to attend this thorough autopsy of Wednesday's Article Assessment...you will be glad you did
* Concerns, Revisions, Grades
Monday
* Sacred Writing Time - Prompt - Copy Klosterman
* Klosterman Article - "Something Wicked...."
* Socratic Discussion - article, stylistic endeavors, questions
Tuesday
* Personal Statement - Rough Draft #3 due
* Bring copies for your group
* WRG - Personal Statements - follow protocols. Praise, Question, Wish
* This is your LAST chance to workshop your piece before your Final Draft is due on Thursday
* You will receive a rubric and directions for your typed reflection - also due on Thursday
Wednesday
* Sacred Writing Time - In class prompt
* Article: "My Zombie, Myself: Why Modern Life Feels Rather Undead" - C.Klosterman
* Read/Annotate/Discuss/Reflect
Thursday
* Personal Statement due w/reflection and rubric
* Learn and workshop with one of the country's top spoken word artists: Imani Cezanne will join us for a VIP Writers Workshop Session. Check her out here: http://imanicezanne.tumblr.com/
* Attendance is mandatory to get credit for today's writing activities!
Friday - Participate!
* Inspirational Texts - If you are unable to present or present without a well written component you will receive a ZERO for this assignment. Please be genuine in your efforts.
* WW Cypher
* Author's Chair
Have a great week. Be safe. Work hard. Play Hard.
Samakosky
Turner
Thank you for checking into this cauldron of academic information. We will have a wonderfully spooky week together -laying our Personal Statements to rest and having some fun casting creative and lyrical spells!
Please do your best to take advantage of the many opportunities to get a-head. I hope you enjoy the Halloween themes that are spider webbed into our assignments and prompts. Watch out for those Goths and the Zombie-astic Article/Assessment surfacing on Wednesday. Don't be scared...
Please note that no late work will be accepted. Don't find yourself six feet under....
Next week we will be transitioning into our Spoken Word Poetry Unit. Are you ready to venture in to new and uncharted territories? We will welcome some of San Diego's best poets/writers/mentors into our classroom...
* Since you are checking the blog - you deserve to be rewarded!
Monday 10/28 - Follow these specific directions: On one side of an index card write"Trick or Treat" and on the other side write - "I Love Writers Workshop". Easy points. Hand me your card quietly at the beginning of class. Make sure your name, date, class period is visible.
Tutoring/Office Hours - Monday 2:15 - 3:15, Tuesday 2:15 - 4 pm
* Personal Statement Workshop - edit/revise, use the computers, print
* TSI (Test Scene Investigation) - You are personally dared to attend this thorough autopsy of Wednesday's Article Assessment...you will be glad you did
* Concerns, Revisions, Grades
Monday
* Sacred Writing Time - Prompt - Copy Klosterman
* Klosterman Article - "Something Wicked...."
* Socratic Discussion - article, stylistic endeavors, questions
Tuesday
* Personal Statement - Rough Draft #3 due
* Bring copies for your group
* WRG - Personal Statements - follow protocols. Praise, Question, Wish
* This is your LAST chance to workshop your piece before your Final Draft is due on Thursday
* You will receive a rubric and directions for your typed reflection - also due on Thursday
Wednesday
* Sacred Writing Time - In class prompt
* Article: "My Zombie, Myself: Why Modern Life Feels Rather Undead" - C.Klosterman
* Read/Annotate/Discuss/Reflect
Thursday
* Personal Statement due w/reflection and rubric
* Learn and workshop with one of the country's top spoken word artists: Imani Cezanne will join us for a VIP Writers Workshop Session. Check her out here: http://imanicezanne.tumblr.com/
* Attendance is mandatory to get credit for today's writing activities!
Friday - Participate!
* Inspirational Texts - If you are unable to present or present without a well written component you will receive a ZERO for this assignment. Please be genuine in your efforts.
* WW Cypher
* Author's Chair
Have a great week. Be safe. Work hard. Play Hard.
Samakosky
Turner
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Week #8 - Writing Time - Personal Statements, Inspirational Texts...
Hello Seniors!
I hope this note finds you well. We will continue to improve our Personal Statements this week. Take advantage of the opportunities and resources you are being given. Remember to edit, revise, and rewrite to make sure that your final productions are the very best they can be. As a writer and editor - YOU are in the drivers seat - take control - and get your reader to the proper and intended destination! Write On!
As always - advocate for yourself.
Tutoring and Office Hours will be both Monday and Tuesday after school. You are able to use the class computers and printer. If you need to make an appointment for another time - please let me know.
Extra Credit - Poetry Club at Lunch on Wednesday
Homework - You are contuining to write and edit any and all of your writing. This includes this weeks assignments as well as revising any previous pieces for a higher grade or for eventual Portfolio submission. There is ALWAYS something to be writing...bring some of your best and personal work to Author's Chair. Give yourself permission to participate!
Monday
* Return WI #4,5 - examples of exemplary student work
* Independent Writing Time - Personal Statements and Inspirational Texts
* You can use the classroom computers
HW - PS due Tues - Typed two-pages, 12 pt font, double spaced. Be prepared with questions and concerns to workshop
Tuesday/Wednesday
* Personal Stamement Workshop w/Gear Up
* Mr. Martinez will join us again with helpful information, tips, advice, and examples
* Take notes! Be attentive! Share! Ask questions!
* Be ready to workshop your piece! This will count as a WRG grade.
Thursday
* In Class Writing Activity - TBD
Friday - Participation Day
* Inspirational Text - Fabulous Four random selection to share your choice of text and your critical analysis and writing with personal insight and connection, explanation of purpose, style, and reflection. Make sure your copy is well done, error free, and pretty. No go = ZERO.
* WW Cypher
* Author's Chair
Continue to push your boundaries and expectations this week. Remember that your writing will make it's way into your Semester Portfolio (worth 10% of your entire grade). You will have some mandatory selections - however you will have plenty of free choice as well. Knowing this...make sure your daily efforts will allow you to have the most genuine and authentic writings possible.
Attend class! Be productive! Write On!
Samakosky
Turner
I hope this note finds you well. We will continue to improve our Personal Statements this week. Take advantage of the opportunities and resources you are being given. Remember to edit, revise, and rewrite to make sure that your final productions are the very best they can be. As a writer and editor - YOU are in the drivers seat - take control - and get your reader to the proper and intended destination! Write On!
As always - advocate for yourself.
Tutoring and Office Hours will be both Monday and Tuesday after school. You are able to use the class computers and printer. If you need to make an appointment for another time - please let me know.
Extra Credit - Poetry Club at Lunch on Wednesday
Homework - You are contuining to write and edit any and all of your writing. This includes this weeks assignments as well as revising any previous pieces for a higher grade or for eventual Portfolio submission. There is ALWAYS something to be writing...bring some of your best and personal work to Author's Chair. Give yourself permission to participate!
Monday
* Return WI #4,5 - examples of exemplary student work
* Independent Writing Time - Personal Statements and Inspirational Texts
* You can use the classroom computers
HW - PS due Tues - Typed two-pages, 12 pt font, double spaced. Be prepared with questions and concerns to workshop
Tuesday/Wednesday
* Personal Stamement Workshop w/Gear Up
* Mr. Martinez will join us again with helpful information, tips, advice, and examples
* Take notes! Be attentive! Share! Ask questions!
* Be ready to workshop your piece! This will count as a WRG grade.
Thursday
* In Class Writing Activity - TBD
Friday - Participation Day
* Inspirational Text - Fabulous Four random selection to share your choice of text and your critical analysis and writing with personal insight and connection, explanation of purpose, style, and reflection. Make sure your copy is well done, error free, and pretty. No go = ZERO.
* WW Cypher
* Author's Chair
Continue to push your boundaries and expectations this week. Remember that your writing will make it's way into your Semester Portfolio (worth 10% of your entire grade). You will have some mandatory selections - however you will have plenty of free choice as well. Knowing this...make sure your daily efforts will allow you to have the most genuine and authentic writings possible.
Attend class! Be productive! Write On!
Samakosky
Turner
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