Welcome Parents and Students to 2008 Second Semester English 10: Mrs. Harris
Unless otherwise noted, Academic English 10 class will be listed first by date, and Honors English 10 class assignments will be listed second. These assignments cannot be detailed; therefore,itis imperative that studentssk clarify of what they do not understand. Scroll down to find the class period and date. The lessons start from the current date.
The class expectations handout will be issued to students on the first day of class or when the student reports to class. Vocabulary word lists are given for each unit. Students received classroom expectations regarding assignments, rules, and other pertinent information. Assigned homework is due the next day unless a student is absent. You will find a copy of the class expectations at the bottom of the assignment entries.
Parents and Students: Parents can access your grading spreadsheet for Honors and Academic English 10. Parents must come to Leesville, complete the request form, and bring an ID. I will inform students when parents can access the program. I have to complete some steps in the program first. Students you can access your grades for Honors English 10 through SPAN.
Parents and Students,
The Third Quarter ends on Friday, March 28. Any graded work during the week of March 17-March 26 should be completed by Thursday, March 27. STUDENTS AND PARENTS, ON APRIL 11, I WILL DELETE ALL INFORMATION RELATED TO THE THIRD QUARTER ASSIGNMENTS. I WILL BEGIN 4TH QUARTER ASSIGNMENTS AS OF 4/8/2008
SPAN is now available for parents and students to review their grades for Quarter 4. All classes will check out the new book to read entitled Things Fall Apart.
IMPORTANT RESEARCH DATES LISTED BELOW:
1st Pd. Media Lab room 107 on Thurs., May 1
3rd Pd. Media Lab room 107 on Wed., April 30
Requirement: Drafted or completed outline
and introduction.
RESEARCH PAPER DUE ON THURSDAY, MAY 8. PRESENTATIONS BEGIN ON MAY 8. IF YOU CHECK IN OR OUT ON THIS DATE, YOU MUST BRING YOUR RESEARCH PROJECT TO MRS. HARRIS BEFORE 2:30 P.M. DO NOT LEAVE IT ON MY DESK, UNDER MY DOOR, OR WITH ANOTHER STUDENT.
IT IS IMPERTATIVE THAT YOU HAVE A COPY OF YOUR FINAL RESEARCH PAPER UNDER YOUR NAME ON THE SCHOOL'S SERVER. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH YOUR HOME PRINTER, GET TO SCHOOL EARLY ON THE DUE DATE AND USE THE MEDIA CENTER'S PRINTER.
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Fourth Period Honors English 10
REMEMBER, STUDENTS, THAT I GAVE EVERY ONE EXTENDED TIME!
MONDAY, APRIL 28--FINAL ALL-PERIOD, CLASS-TIME COMPUTER RESEARCH
RESEARCH PAPER DUE ON THURSDAY, MAY 6. PRESENTATIONS BEGIN ON MAY 6. IF YOU CHECK IN OR OUT ON THIS DATE, YOU MUST BRING YOUR RESEARCH PROJECT TO MRS. HARRIS BEFORE 2:30 P.M. DO NOT LEAVE IT ON MY DESK, UNDER MY DOOR, OR WITH ANOTHER STUDENT.
IT IS IMPERTATIVE THAT YOU HAVE A COPY OF YOUR FINAL RESEARCH PAPER UNDER YOUR NAME ON THE SCHOOL'S SERVER. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH YOUR HOME PRINTER, GET TO SCHOOL EARLY ON THE DUE DATE AND USE THE MEDIA CENTER'S PRINTER.
Attention students and parents,
I will be out of school from Monday, May 5 until Tuesday, May 13. Students will get an assignment outline with dates due and a grading spreadsheet that lists grades given up to May 1, 2008.
Thursday, May 1 1st Pd. in computer lab researching
3rd Pd. Discussion up to Chapter 7 in Things Fall Apart.
Thursday, May 1 4th Pd. Discussion of Things Fall Apart up to Chapter 11.
Continued research and TFA reading.
Wednesday, April 30 1st Pd. Discussion of Chapters 1-6 in Things Fall Apart. Complete reading up to Chapter 11. Quiz on Ch. 1-6 on Friday. Computer lab research tomorrow.
3rd Pd.
Computer Lab research all period. Quiz on Ch. 1-6 on Friday.
4th Pd.
Sustained Silent Reading and completing cultural and character charts in the literary packet on Things Fall Apart. While students are reading, addressing individual needs of students.
Complete Book I of Things Fall Apart and continue into Book II.
Tuesday, April 29 1st Period--Reminder about Computer Lab tomorrow for research--creating an outline and introduction. Students attended a Project Graduation Assembly
3rd Period--continued notetaking for Things Fall Apart.
If absent--get class notes. Sustained silent reading after oral reading.
Tuesday, April 29 4th Period
continued review of outlines and introductions
Discussion of Things Fall Apart and sustained silent reading of TFA.
Homework: continued research
Monday, April 28 1st Period and 3rd--explanation about producing an personalized outline (based on your research) Students copied the boldfaced research information above. They should have copied this information inside their research folders.
Discussion of the Ibo culture through teacher-made transparencies. I covered important cultural terms and significant customs, style of living, religious beliefs, etc., related to the Ibo culture. Homework: Review Chapters 1-3 and read Chapter 4.
4th Pd. Computer Lab--research Read through Chapter 6 in TFA.
Friday, April 25 1st Period--Final approval of research inquiry based topic. Students should be gathering research, creating information for parenthetical documentation, and compiling a works cited page.
Friday, April 25 3rd Pd. Help students with formatting a title page, second page, and a works cited page.
Begin discussion of Chapters 1-3 in the novel Things Fall Apart.
Home assignments for 1st and 3rd periods--Chapters 1-6 should be read.
Friday, April 25 Computer Lab on Monday, April 28--all period
Discussion of Chapters 1-3 in Things Fall Apart
Revision of outline--teacher conference
discussion with peers about ideas for introductions and thesis sentence.
Continued research
Thursday, April 24 1st and 3rd Pds.
1st pd. discussion of pre-reading of Things Fall Apart
computer lab research during the second half of the period
3rd Pd. Things Fall Apart pre-reading discussion and reading of Chapters 1-3.
Thursday, April 24
4th Pd.
All students were in the Computer Lab creating their outline for their research paper.
Wednesday, April 23 1st and 3rd
Students learned about important research skills: Parenthetical documentation and Works Cited. A sample student research paper was shown.
Wednesday, April 23 4th Pd.
Students received their research rubric for presentation of their project. I explained section of the research paper.
We began our pre-reading questions for the novel Things Fall Apart.
Tuesday, April 22 1st /Students completed Act III of ADH quiz.Students handed in their worksheets for ADH--one section to be graded. Returned Vocabulary Unit 7-8 and went over answers.
Students completed the pre-reading handout for Things Fall Apart. They are to complete that for homework.
3rd. Students in research lab all period.
April 22 4th Pd.
Research sharing and clarification with sample of parenthetical documentation sample and work cited sample for review.
I checked the pre-reading handout for Things Fall Apart.
Completing Chapters 1-3 of Things Fall Apart.
Monday, April 21 1st and 3rd Pds.
Research in the Media Center--Guidance related to Research.
Monday, April 21 4th Pd.
Test on A Doll's House and handout for Things Fall Apart with assignment on handout--Page one complete. Read Chapter 1 and complete questions.
Friday, April 18 1st and 3rd Pds.
1st Period students completed Act II Open book test for A Doll's House. Students turned in their homework assignment for Character Choices and Changes. I have graded this assignment. Monday--meet in the Media center for research. Students were given a research folder and guidelines for research. I explained the research assignment. I will continue to clarify this assignment.
Third Pd. Students will take Act III quiz on A Doll's House--open book. Students were given a research folder and guidelines for research. I will continue to clarify this assignment. Monday--students will meet in the Media Center to begin their research.
Fourth Pd. Students will complete their last 90 minutes of classroom times allotted for research. I will have a conference with each student.
Test on ADH--Students return books on Monday.
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Thursday, April 17 4th Pd.
Completion of literary packet for the play.
Friday: Media Center--research
Thursday, April 17 1st and 3rd Pd
1st--Reviewed changes in the relationship of Nora and Torvald through text. Students must complete for homework "Character Choices and Changes" and "Should Nora leave or should she stay" worksheet for homework.
3rd Pd. Review Act II and take a quiz. Second half of class. Open book quiz!
Wednesday, April 16 1st and 3rd Pd.
Concluding the reading and viewing of the play A Doll's House. 3rd Pd is ahead. They completed the worksheet entitled Character Choices and Changes. This worksheet was graded.
Wednesday, April 16 4th Pd.
Students debated a pro/con issue related to the play A Doll's House
Tuesday, April 15 1st and 3rd Pds.
Reading of Act II in A Doll's House.
Returning graded activity from the packet related to the play. No homework.
Tuesday, April 15 4th Pd.
Completion of Act III.
Debate: Should Nora Leave or Stay?
I explained parenthetical documentation to students and the corresponding use in the Works Cited page. Students will be in the Media Center on Friday, April 18 to finalize Works Consulted.
Monday, April 14 1st and 3rd Pds. English 10
Discussion of Act I of A Doll's House; review of questions on the board; students handed in worksheets on Nora in Act I. I will grade this handout.
Students received their test on Night.
Monday, April 14 4th Pds. English 10
Vocabulary Unit 7-8 tests. I only have a practice test for Vocabulary Unit 8.
We completed the video viewing of A Doll's House and began completing the packet.
Friday, April 11 1st and 3rd Pds. English 10
Take a practice Vocabulary Unit 8 test.
Take the test.
Answer questions on the board related to Act I of A Doll's House and turn in.
no homework
Friday, April 11 4th Pd.
Complete Act I of A Doll's House. Begin Act II of A Doll's. Complete Act I strategy--Nora in Act I.
Homework: Vocabulary Units 7-8
Thursday, April 10 1st and 3rd Pds.
Students received 100 participation for the completion of Vocabulary Unit 8 Exercises II-III. Students who were absent on this day should make up this assignment for credit.
We finished watching Act I of A Doll's House. Students completed the activity related to Nora in Act I.
Vocabulary Unit 8 test is tomorrow 4/11
Thursday, April 10 4th Pd. Students completed Exercises II-III in vocabulary Units 7-8. Vocabulary Test on Unit 7-8 on Monday, April 14.
Completion of Act I strategies and discussion of A Doll's House--a Norwegian play. Students should be researching during this time. I have cut back on daily homework.
Wednesday, April 9 1st and 3rd Pds.
Vocabulary Unit 8 introduction of words, meanings, and application.
Study of Act I in A Doll's House.
Vocabulary Unit 8 test on Fri., April 11
Wednesday, April 9 4th Pd.
Vocabulary Unit 7-8 study--partnering explanation and connections
Begin a study of A Doll's House.
Tuesday, April 8 1st and 3rd Pds.
Begin the study of Act I of Ibsen's Norwegian play called A Doll's House. Students received handouts related to our study. We will be reading the play aloud and video viewing as well.
Any student absent the week prior to spring break should make certain that they took Vocabulary Unit 7.
Tuesday, April 8 4th Pd.
Focus on dates for the research paper and timelines.
Major decisions centered on outlining and content features.
Classroom Expectations for English 10 Students: Mrs. Harris
Textbooks and Supplementary Books
Students will use a Glencoe world literature textbook in class. If they wish to check out a copy, they may do so. Throughout the year, students will check out literary works from the Media Center. They are responsible for turning in the supplementary books on time so that other students may begin their study. There will be a replacement cost for lost books.
Writing Information and Other Classroom Materials
Students should include all graded writing samples in their writing folders which are kept in class. Other materials, such as teacher-prepared class notes, vocabulary handouts, and any other handouts may also be placed in their folders. Including teacher-prepared class notes in the folder will be helpful later on as a guide for exam study. The study of grammar and language arts usage will come from one or more of these sources: exercise transparencies, and/or a grammar workbook.
Students will receive vocabulary handouts for each unit. They will use a class set of workbooks to help them learn the definition, association, and application for each word. After students complete their unit quiz, they may include the unit handouts in their writing folder so that the units will be ready to study for the exam. Students are strongly advised to create flashcards, and they must keep unit copies for their exam study.
Important Date to Remember
March 4, 2007—State Writing Assessment. Exact date will be posted in the classroom.
Note: We will learn the format and grading rubric requirements, and we will practice several writing assignments using a classroom set of the coaching manual. Various practices will be graded. The grading scale for these practices are as follows: 4H, 97; 4L, 93; 3H, 88; 3M, 83; 3L, 78; 2, 68; 1, 60-0. H=high range; M=mid range; L=low range
Department Late Work Policy
Ten points will be deducted for each day that an assignment, essay or major project, such as a research paper is late. Assignments are posted daily on Schoolnotes.com. If you have any questions, please e-mail me at ceharris@wcpss.net. Include your name on the subject line.
Plagiarism Teacher Policy
Students whose work constitutes plagiarism of direct quotes or paraphrasing of another’s ideas will receive a zero on the assignment if they do not correct the plagiarism.
Make-Up Expectations and Teacher Assistance: Schedule a Time with Me and Keep Your Appointment
LHS’s student handout explains the make-up policy procedures for excused and unexcused absences. The policy is posted on the wall in
Room 124. When you miss any work, please see me about a make-up time. Since I have numerous meetings after school, please schedule a time with me to come before school. While you are not required to give up any lunch time, you may opt to set up a time with me. If a longer period of time is needed, please schedule a time after school and notify your parents.
Unexcused Tardies and Behavior
I have posted on the wall LHS’s expectations for tardies. You must sign the tardy sheet located on the desk near the door. The first tardy is a warning; the second, teacher detention at 7:00 A.M., the third, after-school detention.
Eating and the Dress Code
No eating or drinking in class. Follow LHS’s dress code policy.
Supplies and Personal Calendar
Bring your own pencil, pen, and loose-leaf notebook paper to class each day. Create your own personal calendar for assignments. If your parents want to know what your assignments are, show them your calendar.
Student Evaluations, Interims, and Quarter Grades
All quizzes, class work, and other minor work, such as viewing videos is 60% of your grades while tests, essays, research papers, and other major projects count as 40%. You are expected to take your interims home and return them with a parent’s signature. Show your parents the final quarter grades.
Literature Works To Be Read
All Quiet on the Western Front, Night, The Epic of Gilgamesh, Antigone , Oedipus the King, Cyrano, A Doll’s House, Things Fall Apart, and assorted short stories from the Glencoe textbook will be read this year.. If you want more details about the short stories, please contact me at 870-4250 and leave a message, or e-mail me at ceharris@wcpss.net.
Students will study the parts of speech, punctuation—including the comma, underlining, quotation marks, and apostrophes. They will also study sentence structure and sentence variety. Words commonly confused and the correct use of verbs and adverbs will be covered as well.
Please review these classroom expectations with your parents.
Leesville High School’s Tenth Grade Vocabulary Program: Mrs. Harris
Pre-Test During the first week of each semester, students will take a diagnostic test and
will receive 100 participation points for taking the test. This test will indicate what words students already know.
Unit Tests For the most part, vocabulary tests will be administered each Friday unless
announced differently. If students are absent on the test date, they should be
prepared to make up the test the day they return.
Word Lists Students will receive 20 vocabulary word lists to keep all semester. Other
than the first unit, students can expect to see words from the previous unit on future vocabulary tests. Fifty of these vocabulary words will be covered on
the final exam. For this reason, students should periodically review the word definitions and usage.
Test Setup The test will consist of 25-35 multiple-choice items. Word definition and application will be tested. Students will also be tested on word definition from other units. This process requires students to keep up with the
definitions.
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