Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can identify the structures and strategies that create an effective essay.
- I will show this by analyzing and discussing the argument essay rubric.
- I can make a strong, fully-supported argument.
- I will show this by writing an AP-style argument essay.
Homework:
- None! (Though you can work on the first draft of Argument Essay #1 if you want to.)
Resources:
- Have a great weekend! Hopefully I will see lots of you at Music of the Knight!
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can identify the structures and strategies that create an effective essay.
- I will show this by analyzing an article and creating essay look-fors.
Homework:
Resources:
- We'll start drafting our first argument essay tomorrow!
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can have a productive conversation with a text.
- I will show this by discussing and annotating an article.
Homework:
- Finish annotating "Eye for an Eye" article if you didn't do so during class.
Resources:
- We'll start preparing to write our first argument essay tomorrow!
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can have a productive conversation with a text.
- I will show this by discussing and annotating an article.
Homework:
Resources:
- Knight Time tomorrow! I'm in room 307 if you would like to spend that hour with me.
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can increase my academic vocabulary.
- I will show this by creating a personal thesaurus.
Homework:
Resources:
- If you missed the vocab today, check the slides or Ms. Clemson's notebook.
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can have a productive conversation with a text.
- I will show this by annotating an article.
Homework:
- Read and annotate R&J Article: "The Psychology of Hate"
- Due Monday, though most should have finished in class on Friday
- This will be the first graded assignment--rubric is at the top of the article
Resources:
- Happy Homecoming!
- Classes were shortened today due to the afternoon pepfest.
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can have a productive conversation with a text.
- I will show this by discussing and writing about my own and others' article annotations.
Homework:
Resources:
- We'll be digging into Shakespeare's messages about hate and revenge in R&J this week.
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can have a productive conversation with a text.
- I will show this by annotating an article.
Homework:
- Finish reading and annotating "Here's What Your Brain Is Doing When You Really, Really Hate Someone"
- Due tomorrow
- Assignment is in Google Classroom
Resources:
- We'll be digging into Shakespeare's messages about hate and revenge in R&J this week.
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can explore the big ideas and arguments of R&J.
- I will show this by digging into a thematic question about hate and revenge in R&J Act 1.
Homework:
Resources:
- We'll be digging into Shakespeare's messages about hate and revenge in R&J this week.
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can explore the big ideas and arguments of R&J.
- I will show this by writing questions for 5 different topics in R&J.
Homework:
Resources:
- We'll be digging into theme in R&J this week.
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can understand and articulate the events and ideas of R&J Act 1.
- I will show this by watching and discussing R&J Act 1.
Homework:
Resources:
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
Homework:
- Read pages 18-22 of Romeo & Juliet (Act I Scene 5)
Resources:
- Tomorrow is fire drill day! Dress for the weather!
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I understand that a text can be interpreted in different ways.
- I will show this by reading/watching and discussing different versions of R&J.
Homework:
- Read pages 18-22 of Romeo & Juliet (Act I Scene 5)
Resources:
- There will be no class tomorrow because of the freshmen retreat!
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can evaluate an argument.
- I will show this by breaking down and rating Romeo & Benvolio’s arguments about love.
Homework:
- Read Act I, Scenes 3 & 4 (pages 12-18)
- Come ready to debate who has the strongest argument in this section
- Continue to use your resources to help you
Resources:
- Our work this semester is focused on argument.
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can read and understand difficult text.
- I will show this by summarizing and discussing R&J.
Homework:
Resources:
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I know how to use the IMC.
- I will show this by participating in an IMC orientation and checking out a book.
Homework:
- Read pages 1-11 of Romeo & Juliet (Prologue, Act I Scenes 1-2)
- Due Monday
- Be ready to explain the resources you used to help you understand what you read
Resources:
- Hope to see you all at the Irondale Block Party this afternoon!
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can share something about myself.
- I will show this by writing and talking about my name.
Homework:
- Finish your notebook cover if you didn't do so during class.
- Don't forget to "Turn in" in Google Classroom.
Resources:
- We'll be jumping into Romeo & Juliet soon!
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can share something about myself.
- I will show this by creating a notebook cover.
Homework:
- Finish your notebook cover if you didn't do so during class.
- Don't forget to "Turn in" in Google Classroom.
Resources:
- We'll be jumping into Romeo & Juliet soon!
Honors English 9
Learning Target:
- I can get to know my teacher better.
- I will show this by participating in a Kahoot.
Homework:
Resources:
- It's so great to meet all of you! I'm looking forward to an excellent year!
