Monday

Quarter 1, Week 10 of 10

Monday, September 28 
Learning Target: W.9-10.1 Write arguments in support of claims. W.9-10.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.
Classwork

  1. Do Now: Make sure Workbook Check #1 is created and ready for grading when you meet with the teacher. After, confer with your partners to prepare for today's seminar. 
  2. After: Socratic Seminar Ground Rules
  3. Then: Socratic Seminar about Into the Wild (5-7-5)
    • Round 1- Themes in music from the film and the book
    • Round 2- Using multiple genres to express an idea
    • Round 3- McCandless' Legacy: Kook or Idol?
  4. Next: Student-Teacher Conferences
Target Practice: I can create a project including artifacts that express a unified theme through multiple genres. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Final Research Project due by Friday @ midnight (Print copies due by Friday @ 2:15)
Wednesday, October 1
Learning Target: W.9-10.1 Write arguments in support of claims. W.9-10.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: There is NO notebook entry for today. Retrieve a computer from the cart and begin revising your essay based on the blue rubric/instructions sheet. 
  2. After: Student-Teacher Conferences
  3. Then: Student-Teacher Conferences
  4. Next: Student-Teacher Conferences
Target Practice: I can create a project including artifacts that express a unified theme through multiple genres. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Final Research Project due by Friday @ midnight (Print copies due by Friday @ 2:15)
Friday, October 2
Learning Target: W.9-10.1 Write arguments in support of claims. W.9-10.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: There is NO notebook entry for today. Retrieve a computer from the cart and begin revising your essay based on the blue rubric/instructions sheet. 
  2. After: Student-Teacher Conferences
  3. Then: Student-Teacher Conferences
  4. Next: Student-Teacher Conferences
Target Practice: I can create a project including artifacts that express a unified theme through multiple genres. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Final Research Project due by Friday @ midnight (Print copies due by Friday @ 2:15)
Enrichment Vocabulary:
This is an enrichment activity ONLY. If you wish to complete these units, they will support your vocabulary learning and your grade in English Class.
You may complete each activity at the following website:
This Quarter's Units are: 5-8.
Choose ONE of the tests for each unit! Make sure to type your name in the box on the 'Results' page, and type my e-mail in the box at the bottom: wfisher@kkhs.k12.hi.us.
You may complete them all at the same time, or one every two weeks.
There may be quizzes and/or presentations later in the quarter, so please remember to do it.
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Saturday

Quarter 1, Week 9 of 10

Last Day for Late Work: 
Last opportunity to complete INDEPENDENT Reading packet or PERSONAL Narrative is THIS FRIDAY (2:15 for the IR packet, midnight for the narrative).  
See your teacher if you plan to complete these activities for late credit!
Monday, September 21 
Learning Target: L.11-12.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. L.11-12.3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: Staple 'Quarter 1, Week 9 of 10' on the LEFT PAGE of your notebook. Read and annotate for important information. Title the RIGHT PAGE Drafting: Combine Elements to Present your Ideas. Write today's date at the top-right. Below the title, copy the Target Practice. Wait until the end of class to score yourself.
  2. After: In your notebook, respond to the Drafting questions on p. 339.
  3. Then: Work on Multi-Genre Research Project
  4. Next: Student-Teacher Conferences
Target Practice: I can express a unified theme through the creation of a project containing artifacts in a variety of genres. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Continue working on Multi-Genre Research Project due by NEXT Friday, October 2.
Wednesday, September 23
Learning Target: L.11-12.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. L.11-12.3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: Staple the 'Dear Reader Letter' instructions to the LEFT PAGE of your notebook. Title the RIGHT PAGE Writing the Dear Reader Letter. Write today's date at the top-right. Below the title, copy the Target Practice. Wait until the end of class to score yourself.
  2. After: Annotate the Dear Reader Letter instructions based on instruction during class. On the RIGHT PAGE, plan and write the Dear Reader Letter based on instruction during class.
  3. Then: Work on Multi-Genre Research Project (focus on elements from today's instruction first)
  4. Next: Student-Teacher Conferences
Target Practice: I can express a unified theme through the creation of a project containing artifacts in a variety of genres. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Continue working on Multi-Genre Research Project due by NEXT Friday, October 2.
Friday, September 25 (Last Day for Late Work)
Learning Target:  RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence of what the text says to support analysis. RL.11-12.6 Analyze a case in which grasping an author's point of view requires distinguishing what is meant from what is actually stated.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: Staple the orange (bottom) and white (top) Socratic Seminar documents to the LEFT PAGE of your notebook. Title the RIGHT PAGE Into the Wild Socratic Seminar Notes. Copy the Target Practice below the title. Wait until the end of class to score yourself.
  2. After: Planning for the Socratic Seminar: How are the ideas found in Krakauer's Into the Wild expressed through Eddie Vedder's soundtrack for the film? (Long Nights, Society, and Hard Sun are some of the songs from the soundtrack)
  3. Then: Setup Notebook Check #3
  4. Next: Setup Workbook Check #1
  5. Time-Permitting: Work Session for Multi-Genre Research Project
Target Practice: I know and can explain how to be prepared for an academic conversation. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Continue marking the text and developing open-ended comments/questions for Monday's Socratic Seminar. At least 9 open-ended comments/questions by the beginning of seminar on Monday.
  • Continue working on Multi-Genre Research Project due by NEXT Friday, October 2.
Reminder: 
TODAY, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 is the LAST DAY to complete the INDEPENDENT READING PACKET by 2:15 and/or the PERSONAL ESSAY by midnight!
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Sunday

Quarter 1, Week 8 of 10 (IR packet FINAL due by Friday)

Turn-in completed Independent Reading packet or slideshow by 2:15 on Friday.
Reminder: If you plan on completing vocabulary enrichment, do so by THIS Friday @ midnight.  See the bottom of this post for more details.
Monday, September 14
Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: Staple 'Quarter 1, Week 8 of 10' to the LEFT PAGE in your Notebook. Read and annotate the page on your own. Title the RIGHT PAGE Planning: Take time to plan ideas and structure. Write today's date at the top-right corner. Copy today's Target Practice below the title. You will score yourself at the end of class.
  2. After: Turn to p. 339 in the Workbook and respond to the 4 Planning questions in your Notebook.
  3. Then: Work Session for the annotated bibliography OR continue creating your artifacts.
  4. Next: Read and annotate The Nuts and Bolts of the Multi-Genre Research Project on pp. 307-324. You might also choose to use the Unit 4, EA 2: Multi-Genre Research Project rubric as well.
Target Practice: I can use my annotated bibliography to begin crafting the artifacts for my Multi-Genre Research Project. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Multi-Genre Research Project Check Friday in-class: 3 Artifacts, Reflective Endnotes for each, Current Annotated Bibliography
  • Turn-in completed IR packet by 2:15 on Friday
Wednesday, September 16 (eValuate Testing)
Learning Target: All reading and writing standards tested by the eValuate Test.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: No Notebook or Workbook activities for today.  Login to a Chromebook and click on the eValuate tab to start the test.
  2. After: complete the Catapult eValuate Test.
  3. Then: Use the computer to either continue researching, working on the next artifact of your project, or another component.
  4. Next: (if necessary) read/complete Into the Wild IR packet
Target Practice: I can perform at a proficient or exemplary level on the eValuate reading assessment. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Multi-Genre Research Project Check Friday in-class: 3 Artifacts, Reflective Endnotes for each, Current Annotated Bibliography
  • Turn-in completed IR packet by 2:15 on Friday
Friday, September 18
Learning Target: W.11-12.2 Develop the topic thoroughly by selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other appropriate information.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: On the LEFT PAGE of your Notebook, create a graphic organizer that shows your central idea/theme, at least 4 artifacts that express some aspect of the central idea/theme, and how the artifacts are each connected.  An example is available on p. 336 of the Workbook. 
  2. After: Title the RIGHT PAGE of your Notebook Drafting: Combine elements to present your ideas. Write the date at the top-right. Copy the Target Practice below the title. You will score yourself at the end of class. Respond to the prompts on p.339 for today's RIGHT PAGE entry.
  3. Then: What is your primary research question? What is your thesis (the answer to this question)? This should be at the top of your Annotated Bibliography.
  4. Next: Work time for genre artifacts
Target Practice: I can develop my multi-genre research project thoroughly by focusing on the most significant and relevant facts. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Turn-in completed IR packet by 2:15 on Friday
  • Complete at least 4 Artifacts, Reflective Endnotes for each, Annotated Bibliography with at least 8 sources by class-time on Monday.
  • Looking Ahead: Socratic Seminar next week on themes from Into the Wild. Consider the lyrics to two of Eddie Vedder's songs from the film version: Long Nights, Society, and Hard Sun.
Vocabulary Enrichment:
Enrichment vocabulary is available at your own pace every quarter.  You make complete this in stages, or all at once using the following website:
https://www.vocabtest.com/high_school/junior.php
This Quarter's units are: 1-4.
Make sure to enter your full name in the box at the top on the summary page, and my e-mail at the bottom: wfisher@kkhs.k12.hi.us.  
It's a good idea to e-mail it to yourself as well, just in case there's a problem getting to me.
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Saturday

Quarter 1, Week 7 of 10

Tuesday, September 8
Learning Target: RI.11-12.4 Determine the meanings of words and phrases as they are used in a text. RL.11-12.6 Analyze a case in which grasping a point of view requires distinguishing what is directly stated in a text from what is meant. SL.11-12.1 Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: Staple the documents you received on the next LEFT PAGE of your notebook: purple bottom, white middle, orange top. Title the next RIGHT PAGE Socratic Seminar Notes, and date the top-right corner.
  2. After: In teams of 3, develop 9 questions you have about making an Annotated Bibliography while watching this video. Use your responses from the homework to help as well.
  3. Then: Socratic Seminar about the Annotated Bibliography...
      • Round 1: What is it?
      • Round 2: Why is it important for me to do on this project?
      • Round 3: What kind of sources might be the best for me?
  4. Next: Create Annotated Bibliography in Google Drive with the template provided, AND add Into the Wild as the first source. Need to find at least 3 more sources by class-time on Friday.
  5. During: Notebook Check #2- Aug. 18 to Sep. 4 (6 entries for Legendary Score)
Target Practice: I can create an Annotated Bibliography and explain it's purpose. Fist-5?
Homework
  • SHARE and SUBMIT Annotated Bibliography (at least four sources by the end of class on Friday- 1 can be Into the Wild)
  • Continue IR- page 5 due by Friday @ 2:15
Friday, September 11 (IN THE LIBRARY)
Learning Target: W.11-12.6 Use technology, including the internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared work. W.11-12.8 Gather relevant information from multiple sources using advanced search techniques.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: Attach the MLA Citation Guide to the next LEFT PAGE of your Notebook.  Title the next RIGHT PAGE EBSCO Questions. Fold your page in half. Title the left column Questions, and the right column Responses. You should write 5 questions that you or your table group have about using EBSCO. Write the answers as you listen to Mrs. Arcas' presentation.
  2. After: Presentation from Mrs. Arcas on using EBSCO.
  3. Then: If you did not get responses, ask Mrs. Arcas.  You should have 5 questions and 5 responses.
  4. Next: Annotated Bibliography Workshop time. YOU NEED AT LEAST 4 TOTAL BY THE END OF CLASS.
Target Practice: I can use EBSCO to help me find sources to use in my Multi Genre Research Project. Fist-5?
Homework
  • Continue Annotated Bibliography (at least eight sources by the end of class on Monday- 1 can be Into the Wild)
  • Continue IR- page 5 due by Friday @ 2:15
Enrichment:
Enrichment vocabulary is available at your own pace every quarter.  You make complete this in stages, or all at once using the following website:
https://www.vocabtest.com/high_school/junior.php
This Quarter's units are: 1-4.
Make sure to enter your full name in the box at the top on the summary page, and my e-mail at the bottom: wfisher@kkhs.k12.hi.us.  
It's a good idea to e-mail it to yourself as well, just in case there's a problem getting to me.
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