Guest Mentor - Sherwin Ginez

Hello Spoken Word Poets!

Today we are joined by SD Slam Team member Sherwin Ginez.  Sherwin is the O.G - Original Guest.  He was the first to see the good in our program and continues to visit, teach, and support each and every year.  He is a true testament to hard work and committing to your passions.  Take note of his wonderful words, sincere and open advice, and lovely story.  We are lucky to have Sherwin today.

1.  SWT - 18/30 - Color
2.  Guest - Sherwin Ginez
* Take Notes.  Interact.  Ask Questions

HW
1.  Slam Team Poems - Write/Edit/Revise
2.  Mentor Text Poems - TWO per team
3.  Authors Chair - Slam Scores Edition

EC
1.  LE on Tues
2.  Poetry Club

Writing Day

Hello Groups!

Use class time to your advantage.  Write/Revise/Workshop/Plan.  This is your time to get your group purpose together - how are you presenting yourselves.  Quarterfinals will start on Friday 5/10.

1. SWT
*  17/30 -Words to live by
2. Mentor Texts/Poems/Poets
* Take Notes - Participate in the Discussion
3. Group Time - Write/Revise/Type/Plan/Prep
4. WOrk Check - Piece #2

HW
1.All pieces are play now.  Typed and final drafts (2-3 pages each) will be in your Portfolio
2. April 30/30 - Due on 5/3.  This will be part of your Portfolio
* See Examples in class
3. Mentor Text/Video - Be Ready To Go - Two pieces mandatory per group

EC
1. Poetry Club TODAY
* May Symposium
2. Natasha Hooper Event - Tonigh Ask for more info.  18+
3. Rudy on TONIGHT SHOW TONIGHT!

Get Your Write On!

Hello Groups!

Use class time to your advantage.  Begin to see your pieces take form.  Get ideas.  Be inspired.  Continue to research by watching other poets and try new techniques.  If you need a place to work - Advisory is open to you.  Quarterfinal matches start the week of 5/12.  Team names and photos will be taking place soon.

1. SWT
*  16/30 -Bullet your Entire Day
* Goodbye - Cage the Elephant Inspired
* Notre Dame Inspired
2. Mentor Texts/Poems/Poets
* Take Notes - Participate in the Discussion
3. Group Time - Write/Revise/Type/Plan/Prep/

HW
1. Slam Piece #2 - 1-2 Pages typed draft due WED - This MUST be a different piece to get credit.
* Note/Highlight/Underline/Acknowledge any specific techniques you are purposefully using
2. April 30/30 - Due on 5/3.  This will be part of your Portfolio
* See Examples in class
3. Mentor Text/Video - Be Ready To Go - Two pieces mandatory per group

EC
1. LE TONIGHT - Sante is the new Host! GO support him.  Take a picture w/Sante get credit!
2. Poetry Club Tmrw
* May Symposium
3. Natasha Hooper Event - Wednesday.  Ask for more info.  18+

Writing Day

Hello Groups!

Work together today to plan for the week and to start working on your additional pieces.  Your first drafts need a lot of editing and revision as well.  Use the mentor texts to assist you with techniques and ideas - as well as your classmates amazing shared work.

1. SWT 15/30 -Pet Peeves.  Catch up on Weekend prompts.
2. Mentor Texts/Poems/Poets
* Take Notes - Participate in the Discussion
3. Practice Slam Poems - We should have time for Two or Three
* Scores! Feedback! Fun!

HW
1. April 30/30 - Due on 5/3.  This will be part of your Portfolio.
2. Mentor Text/Video - Be Ready To Go - Two pieces mandatory per group
3. Slam Piece #2 - 1-2 Pages typed draft due WED - This MUST be a different piece to get credit.
* Note/Highlight/Underline/Acknowledge any specific techniques you are purposefully using

EC
1. LE on TUES
2. Poetry Club on WED
* May Symposium
3. Natasha Hooper Event - Wednesday.  Ask for more info.  18+

Authors Chair - Practice Slam

Hello Groups!

Let's perform some poems, let's score some poems, let's provide feedback.  Let's work together to assure OUR class wins the Slam!  It is all about helping each other to be better. Constructive Feedback is necessary! Happy Friday

1. SWT 12/30 -Phrases that make you smile/laugh
2. Work Check (Individual Grade) - Evidence of a drafted Piece in progress
3. Mentor Texts/Poems/Poets
* Take Notes - Participate in the Discussion
4. Authors Chair - Practice Slam Edition
* Scores!
* Feedback!
* Fun!

SLAM ESSENTIALS:
* 3 Individual Poems (60 pts)
* 1 Group (all members) (40 pts)
* Free Choice - Duo, Trio, Group ( 20 pts)
* Three Mentor Texts - Video/Reflection/Mini Lesson (30 pts)

*** You must have a typed reflection - Who, What, When, Where, Why, How - Teach us!

HW
1. April 30/30
2. Mentor Text/Video - Be Ready To Go!
3. Slam Piece #2 - 1-2 Pages typed draft due WED
* Note/Highlight/Underline/Acknowledge any specific techniques you are purposefully using


EC
1. LE on TUES
2. Poetry Club on WED
* May Symposium

Mentor Texts and Work Day

Hello Groups!

Let's watch some poems and performances.  What are these writers doing stylistically that you are able to then use in your own poems to tell your own authentic stories?  Speak with credibility and ask your classmates to comment as well. 

Take notes - you can't remember it all.  So...this way you can go back and implement as needed on your own time. Write. Write. Write.  There will be plenty of time to revise.  Exchange information with your group and keep each other accountable and coming to class.

1. SWT 11/30 - Relationship Status
2. Mentor Texts/Poems/Poets
* Take Notes - Participate in the Discussion
3. Group Time
* Write!
* Discuss! Writing and Ideas - Solos, Partners, Groups
* Figure out your Poem/Poet Presentations

SLAM ESSENTIALS:
* 3 Individual Poems (60 pts)
* 1 Group (all members) (40 pts)
* Free Choice - Duo, Trio, Group ( 20 pts)
* Three Mentor Texts - Video/Reflection/Mini Lesson (30 pts)

*** You must have a typed reflection - Who, What, When, Where, Why, How - Teach us!

HW
1. April 30/30
2. Mentor Text/Video - Be Ready To Go!
3. Slam Piece #1 - 1-2 Pages typed draft due TMRW.
* Highlight/Underline/Acknowledge any specific techniques you are trying or want assistance with..
* Authors Chair - Each Team will present!  We may play around with Scoring?!?

EC
1.Glassless Minds - TONIGHT. Ask for Info if interested.
2. Poetry Club on WED
* May Symposium

Group Planning and Mentor Poems/Poets

Hello Groups!

Today we will have THREE groups present their Poem/Poets - you must have your typed write up.  Mke sure to take notes and have takeways - you are teaching each other and giving ideas for poems, techniques, and strategies.

When working in your group -  you should be exploring themes and threads, older writing to revise, new ideas for Individual/Partner/Group poems.  Work on your Poem/Poet presentations - who is presenting next? Encourage one another to take advantage of your class time to accomplish your team goals. You can't just sit there in class without working/writing/revising/planning/etc...

1. SWT 10/30 - Fruit!
2. Mentor Texts/Poems/Poets
* Take Notes - Participate in the Discussion
3. Group Time
* Writing and Ideas - Solos, Partners, Groups
* Poem/Poet Presentation

 

SLAM ESSENTIALS:
* 3 Individual Poems (60 pts)
* 1 Group (all members) (40 pts)
* Free Choice - Duo, Trio, Group ( 20 pts)
* Three Mentor Texts - Video/Reflection/Mini Lesson (30 pts)

*** You must have a typed reflection - Who, What, When, Where, Why, How - Teach us!

HW
1. April 30/30
2. Mentor Text/Video - Be Ready To Go!
3. Slam Piece #1 - Typed draft due on Friday
* Authors Chair - Mini Class Slam on Friday (This mayaffect seeding for the Slam Rounds)

EC
1. Poetry Club TODAY