Standard Vocabulary HW Assignment; Padlet On-line Tool; and Truancy

Hi Students,

We will continue using FreeRice.com as our vocabulary tool.  As explained in class, when you come to ELA, you should have a total of 40 words presented.  See the previous blog entry for instructions.


Soon, we will begin using Padlet.com online commentary tool to discuss the novel Truancy.  To the few students who have NOT turned in their chapters 1-11 assignment, it is imperative that you do immediately, as we will begin interactive discussions next week. 

Regretfully, you will continue losing points during this type of engagement because you have not read the novel.  At this late date, when you turn in your Truancy  assignment your possible score is 91/132, which is greater than 0/132. So please complete and turn in by next Tuesday.  Thank you. 
 
Speaking of Truancy, I have enjoyed reading the submitted journal entries.  They have been insightful and thoughtful. Thank you, thank you.
 
Last, I am uploading grades this weekend.  By Sunday night, all students should have updated grades.

See you Monday.

Vocabulary Homework for 1A, 2A, 4A, and 8B, Due This Week

Students we are going to increase our word knowledge using multiple sources and strategies.
Free Rice.com is one source.  You can access the site by logging in at freerice.com or choosing the link listed under LINKS to the right.

Once you have accessed the site, DO NOT log in...no need to.  You can begin the vocabulary assignment without logging in.

Next, choose the Level by clicking the link.  Change the level to Level 8. This is important to ensure you are getting the grade appropriate words.

Then, for each word interaction follow this model:


1. Write the Vocabulary word as it appears, write the equal (=) sign, and choose and write the word that is closely related to the vocabulary word. Click the word you chose.  The computer will indicate "correct " or "incorrect."

2. If your answer is correct, place a check mark  next to it.  If incorrect, place an x mark and then write the correct response.

Each night, interact with 20 words. = 20 points.

Don't forget to choose Level 8.

8B - due Thursday
1A, 2A, and 4A - due Friday

Do well and learn words!

HW due Wednesday, December 4th for 1A and 4A students. 2A and 8B will receive this assignment next week!

Students of 1 and 4A,

This assignment is due Wednesday, December 4th.  Open the Buckminster Fuller Analysis graphic organizer.  Click this link

1. Complete it.  Ensure you read the table's titles and answer each corresponding question thoroughly. Use my in-class example as a model.  Again, be thorough!

2. Each column is worth 2 pts, total 12 points for each test question analyzed.

3. There are five questions on the Buckminster Fuller test, therefore you are to complete the entire graphic organizer for each test question. For example,

 

Test question #1 x  2 (pts. per column) x  6 (columns) =  12 points for question #1

 

4. The entire assignment is worth 60 pts.

Do an effective job!

 Also, if you like, download the graphic organizer and type or write in your responses. Otherwise, hand draw the graphic organizer and write your responses.

Reminder:  Assignment is due Wednesday, worth 60 points.

 

HW is due Wednesday, December 4th for 1A and 4A students. 2A and 8B will receive this assignment next week!

TRUANCY chapters 1-11 are DUE!

Hi Parents,

If your child is in my A Day class, their Truancy chapters 1-11 were due today.  If I did not receive their product, it is considered late - and percentage points are deducted.  An extension has been given.  The due date is next Tuesday before we break for the holiday.  IF THEY DO  NOT TURN IT IN, IT IS LIKELY THEIR OVERALL 9 WEEK GRADE WILL NOT BE FAVORABLE, as this assignment is worth over 100 points.
Please ensure they refer to the previous blog entries for instruction and turn in Tuesday.

If your child is in my B Day classes, their assignment is due Monday - this is the on-time date.

Thanks.  Enjoy your weekend.

Chapters 1-11 are due Nov. 22/25

Week 3, Final Week.  All three weeks submission (Chapters 1-11) are due Nov. 22/25

For each journal entry, you will summarize the chapter, respond to the engaging question, and address the FOCUS reading task.

· Monday:

Summarize chapter 8             5-7 sentences

Engaging Question: What does the Chapter 8 subheading (When Life Gives You Lemons) reveal? 1-2 sentences

Focus Reading: Explain how the Rising Action is building in this chapter.  5 -7sentences

 

· Tuesday:

Summarize chapter 9             5-7 sentences

Engaging Question: What does the Chapter 9 subheading (Zero Tolerance) give insight into? 1-2 sentences

Focus Reading: Discuss how does Tack feel about school? Ensure to provide evidence to support your response. 5 -7sentences

· Wednesday:

Summarize chapter 10             5-7 sentences

Engaging Question: What does the Chapter 10 subheading (Final Exam) give insight into?

1-2 sentences

Focus Reading: Discuss the Final Exam Umasi gave Tack. What was the lesson he learned? Support your reasoning with evidence from the text. 5 -7sentences

· Thursday:

Summarize chapter 11            5-7 sentences

Engaging Question: What does the Chapter 11 subheading (Death) give insight into?

1-2 sentences

 

Focus Reading:  Predict. As a result of Tack's sister's death, what will Tack do ? What might he evolve into?       5 -7sentences

· Tuesday:

Summarize chapter 5             5-7 sentences

Engaging Question: What does the Chapter 5 subheading (The Report Card) give insight into? 1-2 sentences

Focus Reading: What are the significant details revealing about District 19 that might fuel the problem that is arising? Provide evidence to support your response. 5 -7sentences

· Wednesday:

Summarize chapter 6             5-7 sentences

Engaging Question: What does the Chapter 6 subheading (Tardy) give insight into?

 1-2 sentences

Focus Reading:  Discuss Umasi’s influence on Tack.  Specifically, discuss Umasi’s ideas on fixing the Education problem. Does Tack buy into it? Support your reasoning with evidence from the text.        5 -7sentences

· Thursday:

Summarize chapter 7            5-7 sentences

Engaging Question: What does the Chapter 7 subheading (Expulsion) give insight into?

 1-2 sentences

Focus Reading:  Discuss Who is Umasi? Support your thoughts with evidence from the text using a buildup of evidence from the beginning to this point.     5 -7sentences

Truancy, Chapters 5-8

Hi Students,

I left my Truancy novel and notes for this week's  assignment at school, accidentally of course. So, due to my error, you will only be responsible for chapters 5-7 -  journal readings for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.  I will post the assignment Tuesday during my planning period.

 So sorry for the inconvenience I have caused.  Enjoy your Veterans Day celebration tomorrow.