Week of November 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. 

English 11:  On Monday, students will be given time to complete the Vocabulary Test which focuses on communication/word choice and vocabulary/reading in context, skills necessary for success in life. Staring on Tuesday, students will be given the option of producing one of two projects.  They both assess applications of myth writing.  Students will be given the requirements, rubric, and examples needed to complete the project.  They will be working in pairs.  Students will be required to either produce a Children's Storybook or a Manifest Destiny Myth. Both projects have students identifying and applying the elements of Native American myths.

Public Speaking:  Students will continue to complete their Informational Speeches.  Chapter 15 notes will be due by November 4th. They will be responsible for researching and using sources, creating an outline and a works cited page, designing a visual aid, using a helper, and producing a hard copy of their speech.  Speeches will commence on November 10th.

YES:  Students will continue working on the Personal Development Section of this course in the Entrepreneurship and the Personal Finance/Compensation Unit.  Students will continue activities to help hone their math and problem solving skills necessary for success in the workforce.