Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Week of September 28th, 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. 

English 11:
 Students will complete the analysis of When Grizzlies Walk Upright.  They will apply the elements of literature to the myths.  Students have been given the first Vocabulary Unit.  They will be responsible for dissecting, analyzing, and applying vocabulary.  These are skills necessary for reading in context.  Vocabulary Squares will be due no later than Wednesday, September 30th.  Vocabulary Worksheets will be due by Friday, October 2nd.  The Vocabulary Unit 1 Test will be on October 5th.

Public Speaking:  Students will be creating outlines, rough drafts, and editing their speeches.  Speeches will commence on October 5th.

YES:  Students will be introduced to the TABE Test.  They will work on the test all week.  This test is necessary for the YES certification and in many instances, for employment.

Monday, September 21, 2015

Week of September 21st, 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. 

English 11:  Students will continue the unit on Native American Myths.  They will summarize and analyze the creation myth.  Students will need to discuss the importance of knowledge for use of interpretation.  They will be required to apply elements of Native American Myths after reading When Grizzlies Walked Upright.  Students will use their application skills to create a Children's Book or a Manifest Destiny Myth.

Public Speaking:  Students will identify elements necessary for good speech presentations.  They will apply these rhetoric skills to the Introductory Speech.  Students will be responsible for writing an outline, creating podium cards, and drafting a final speech.  They will need to practice the speeches many times before speeches commence on October 5th. Chapter 7 notes due on Wednesday, September 23rd.  Chapter 4 Notes due on Monday, September 28th.

YES:  Students will continue working on the section of Personal Development.  They will focus on topics which will fall under Appropriate Workplace Behavior.  The discussions and activities for this particular section will help them become better aware of their work environment and help them advocate for themselves and others when necessary.

Monday, September 14, 2015

Week of September 14th, 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. 

English 11:  Students have completed reading, analyzing, and responding to the informational article on Native American Myth.   On Tuesday, they will identify and discuss the elements of Native American Mythology through a PowerPoint.  The information found in the informational article, along with the daily response and discussion prompts, will also help with the comprehension of this unit.  We will begin with the story of creation found in the Literature Book.  We will then move onto the origin myth of the Native American.  By the end of the week, we will read the origin of man.  Students will be required to analyze and apply the elements of Native American Mythology through reading and discussion.

Public Speaking:  Students will continue to read and respond to the chapters in the textbook. Discussions analyzing components of public speaking will ensue.  Chapter 3 is due on Wednesday, September 16th.  Chapter 5 is due on Friday, September 18th.  Students are encouraged to watch current debate opportunities.  Identifying and constructively criticizing modern speakers is necessary for honing good critiquing skills.

YES:  Students will continue with the unit on Personal Development.  Discussion and activities include:  Change, Professional Impact, and Business Etiquette.

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Week of September 7th, 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. 

English 11:  Students will complete the informational article on Native American Literature.  They will need to respond to the questions/words documented to the right of the article.  These notes/questions/words model how they should be reading.  Students will need to complete the article responses for Homework on Tuesday, Sept. 8th if they do not complete it in class.  We will review the responses in class on Wednesday, Sept. 9th.  Students will be required to read and respond to a variety of literature on a regular basis.  Analytical reading will improve their critical thinking skills. They will be introduced to the elements of the Native American Myth on Thursday.  Students will be responsible for listening and responding to the Lecture and Discussion on Native American Myths in the handout.  The informational literature and PowerPoint will help the students analyze "The Earth on the Turtle's Back" and "When Grizzlies Stood Upright."

Public Speaking:  Students will need to have the notes for Chapter 1 done by the end of the period on Tuesday, Sept. 10th.  They should be prepared to engage in a discussion on elements of Speech Communication.  Chapter 2 will be due on Sept. 14th. Hopefully, there has been a safe environment created, where students feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from them.

YES:  Students will be working on the unit of Personal Development.  They will identify characteristics of good employment skills.  Students will engage in and complete activities on time management, organization, and planning.

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Week of August 31st, 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. 

Grade 11 English:  Students will review the Rules and Procedures of the Classroom on Monday, August 31st.  Please have students return the Student/Teacher/Parent/Guardian Contract.  They will be introduced to the requirements and expectations for reading, writing, and vocabulary.  Students will begin the unit on Native American Literature.  They will be required to read and respond to an informational article on Native American Literature.  Students will be able to identify elements of Native American Mythology.  They will need to apply their knowledge of Native American Mythology to the analysis of the creation myths selected from the literature textbook.

Public Speaking:  Students will review the Rules and Procedures of the Classroom on Monday, August 31st.  They will be introduced to the requirements and expectations for Public Speaking on Tuesday.  Chapter 1 Notes will be due on Friday, August 4th.

YES:  Students will review the Rules and Procedures of the Classroom on Monday, August 31st.  This course prepares students for the workforce.  Students will complete 120 hours of coursework which will help them achieve their future goals.  They will begin with the unit on Personal Development for Business Success.