Language Arts
Unit: Writing Focus: Response to Literature
Over the next two weeks, we will work on a literary analysis unit. Our goal will be, not only to analyze but also, to provide an appreciation by the way of a written response. All work will be done in class. All required documents and handouts are posted on Google Classroom for your perusal.
Classwork:
Reading and Discussions 12/9
Prewrites Assigned & Completed 12/10
Break-up:
- Analyzing a Character/Draft Your Character Analysis
- Stating your Thesis and writing a Summary Statement
* Work on Rough Draft 12/10. You will have two class periods to work on your draft.
* Self/Peer Edits 12/11.
* Final Copies (Two) Due 12/13.
History
Focus: A Cross-Curricular Unit
Unit: The Contributions of China to World Civilizations
Project Presented and Explained 12/6. Students, please peruse the examples posted on Google Classroom. Get inspired!
Classwork 12/9 - 12/16.
Project Due 12/17 at the beginning of class. Please know that you must spend a minimum of twenty minutes at home every day augmenting & polishing classwork. Thank you!
Polite Reminders:
Adopting Families
Dear students, there is no better time than the present to be charitable & giving. It is at this time that “want” is acutely felt. Let us get together& make a few families happy this winter season!
Note to Students: Do remember that all writing related to projects needs to be submitted as a doc on GC and a hard copy needs to be presented to me - thank you.
Kindly bring your In Pursuit book to class every day- thank you!