Weeks of March 28th and April 4th, 2016

"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 be reading and analyzing The Declaration of Independence.  They will analyze the structure and meaning by comparing/contrasting 2 interpretations of the motivation behind the Declaration.  Students will then read and respond to 2 of the deleted passages from the original draft and will need to interpret meaning.  They will then read an article on the translation of the deleted passages to affirm or to negate their interpretation.

Practical English 11:  Students will be completing their Crucible Study Guides.  They will be responsible for analyzing the text, identifying character motivation, and applying themes of power, personal integrity, and morality.  Students will begin work on Vocabulary Unit 3.

YES Period 4:  Students will create a presentation on the solution to a problem.  As a team, they will be responsible for research, data, and a solution in a presentation.

YES Periods 7 and 8:  Students will create a cover letter and a resume for preparation of their mock interview in May.   They will engage in discussions and activities on Communication.