Week 3 Agenda

November 27-December 1

Monday
Book Pass
Introduce Vocabulary
Finding Forrester Exposition
Introduction to Descriptive Writing
Model of Descriptive Writing

HW: Prewriting for Descriptive Writing

Tuesday
Finding Forrester
Writing Workshop: Drafting (Rubric)

HW: Complete Draft; Get Book Permission Slip signed

Wednesday
Reading Time (Bring Book and Permission Slip)
Grammar Lesson: Using Clauses
Finding Forrester

HW: Finding Forrester Handout

Thursday
Vocabulary/Grammar Review
Finding Forrester

HW: Complete Finding Forrester Packet; Study

Friday
Weekly Quiz
Reading Time

HW: Revise Essay

Happy Thanksgiving!

I am very pleased to announce the start of a fun and exciting new unit. This has long been a favorite of my students and me. This week we begin the Independent Reading Project, which will offer all students the chance to read for fun while learning about themselves as readers. I encourage parents to get involved by helping students make wise choices--choosing the right book is essential for students to get the most out of this project.

Because these books may not be approved by Howard County, we are asking parents to fill out a persmission slip for students to read the books they choose. Thank you for your cooperation!

Updated grades have been posted. Click here or on the link in the sidebar.

Week 2 Agenda

November 13-17

New Website Feature
Student Grade Reports

• Students and parents can now access student grade reports. These will be updated weekly so students and parents can know how students are progressing in the class.
• Each student's password is the last six digits of his or her student ID number. Students will receive their password on Tuesday in class, and we will email parents as soon as possible.
• If you would like your password at any time, just email Ms. Feldman at the address to the right.
• If you would like to change your password, email Ms. Feldman a new 6 digit password.
• I hope this new feature will further aid students and parents as we empower students to take control of their own education.

School News
After School Bus

• OMHS is now offering a 3:30 bus for students who need to stay after school for academic puposes Monday through Thursday.
• Students must submit a parent permission form to have access to this bus.
• Students must be with a teacher until 3:30 to get a ticket for this bus.
• The English 9 Cohort will be offering daily tutoring for all students--please take advantage of this free opportunity!

Extra Credit
Speak Art Project
Choose one of the following mini-projects to express your understanding of the novel.

• Create a visual representation of the novel—you can do a collage, photo essay, or sketch that shows the images, themes, and symbols prevalent in the novel.
• Write a poem based on the novel. You can use the bio poem format or create your own poem.
• Due Monday

Monday
Picture Day
Introduce Vocabulary
Symbols/Motifs
Read Together

HW: Read 141-155; complete handout

Tuesday
Grammar Lesson: Clauses
Read pp. 155-159
Scene Studies

HW: Read 160-170; complete handout

Wednesday
Vocab/Grammar Review
Scene Studies

HW: Read 171-184; study

Thursday
Weekly Quiz
Finish Novel

HW: Extra Credit due tomorrow

Friday
Calculating Final Grades
Speak Synthesis

HW: 7 Habits Worksheet

Quarter 2 Week 1 Agenda

It’s a New Quarter!
Guess what!?! You all have a 100 in all of your classes as of today! It is a new quarter—a fresh start. Any mistakes of the past are behind you as you embark on this new quarter as an older and wiser and more experienced high school student. Start this quarter off right by following the tips below:
-Get organized
-Do all of your homework—homework assignments are easy points and teachers tend to be more lenient on students who complete their homework-Ask for help before it is too late
-Study for your quizzes and tests
-Make up missing work immediately rather than wait until there is too much to handle

Good Luck!

Week 1: November 8-10

Wednesday
Group Questioning
Reading Lesson: Irony
Read together

HW: Read pp. 77-99; complete chart

Thursday
Quarter One Reflection
Reading Lesson: Symbol
Discuss/Read together (pp. 100-123)

HW: Finish pp. 100-123; complete handout

Friday
Reading Art
Reading Time

HW: read pp. 123-137-complete handout

Late Bus Service--OMHS will begin offering a late bus for students staying after school for tutoring and make-up work. You must get a permission slip signed if you are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity. Service will be Monday to Thursday at 3:30 beginning on November 13.