Week of February 2nd, 2015

"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." - William Butler Yeats

The goal of this English class is to produce critical thinkers. Students are not only reading for comprehension but for meaning and relevancy of the work as a whole. Literature is also an example of good writing. The writing improves when a student reads. Vocabulary also improves because the student is learning to read in context. We want successful students who can think critically and communicate effectively. 
   
Academic English 9:  Reminder that the Extra Credit Assignment will be collected on February 6th at the beginning of the period.  Students have been working on identifying and applying Vocabulary.  They have been required to identify and apply the rules for subject/verb, phrases, and clauses.  Students will be introduced to the elements of the Short Story.  They will be required to identify and apply the elements and literary devices through discussion and analysis.

Practical English 11: Students will be working on dissecting and analyzing vocabulary.  The goal is to make students aware of word choice and communication.  Learned vocabulary is to be used in order to communicate effectively.  Through dissection and analysis, the students learn grammar, word parts and origins, and vocabulary in context.  Being able to use a resource to its fullest capacity is also a skill that is necessary in life.  Definitions, word analysis, sentences and worksheet will be due on Wednesday, February 4th.  There will be a review on Wednesday and a Test on Thursday, February 5th.

Public Speaking: Students will be required to read, comprehend and take notes on the text, preparing them for the requirements of Public Speaking, which include the utilization of research skills that they will need for the semester.  Through discussion, students will identify and apply the knowledge  skills, and techniques necessary for Public Speaking.

Reading Assignment 1:  Chapter 1 due on 1/28
Reading Assignment 2:  Chapter 2 due on 2/2
Reading Assignment 3:  Chapter 3 due on 2/9