Monday, Jan 31

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Finish "In the Field"

In Class:
1. NO WARM-UP!  Enjoy 5 free minutes while I pass back papers
2. Listen to "Good Form" & "Field Trip"
3. Silent Reading- begin your homework.
         *time for vocab test retakes

HW:

Read "Ghost Soldiers" up until "In the morning, I ran into..."

Friday, Jan 28

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Study for SAT 11-20 test

In Class:
1. Warm-up #7
2. Vocab SAT 11-20 test
3. Listen to "In the Field"

HW:

Finish "In the Field"

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #7: Riddle
There are animals hiding in each of the sentences below.  Can you find them?

1. We can go at six o'clock.
   
2. It's nice to do good deeds.
   
3. Take soap and a towel.
   
4. Most rich people wear fancy clothes.
   
5. You can keep the watch or sell it.
   
6. Use a ladder.
   
7. It will be a rainy day.
   
8. I came late.
   
9. Tell me if I should start now.
   
10. Will a map help you?

Thursday, Jan 27

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Read "Speaking of Courage" and finish the "Grief" handout

In Class:
1. Warm-up #6
2. Discuss "Speaking of Courage"
3. Listen to "Notes" and "In the Field"

HW:

Study Vocab SAT 11-20

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #6: Stories Save Lives
In an interview, Tim O'Brien once said that the theme of his novel is that stories can save lives.  What do you think this means?  Who is this story saving?  Remember, its a novel within a novel!  5+ sentences for full credit.

Wednesday, Jan 26

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Read "The Man I Killed" and fill out the questions that apply to this chapter on the "Grief" handout

In Class:
1. Warm-up #5
2. Discuss "The Man I Killed" & "Grief" handout
3. Listen to "Ambush" and "Style"

HW:

Read "Speaking of Courage

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #5: SAT 11-20 Practice

1. The _________________ mechanic was diligent in detailing the car- he even offered to ______________ and wax the paint!
2. I begged for _______________ after I was reprimanded for the _______________ my friends and I were making in the hallway.
3. When trying to get your way with the teacher, don't just _________ her into giving less homework;  Instead _____________ her and tell her she is beautiful.
4. I never really liked her- when I asked her why she kept switching her order, she quickly said "Just 'cause".  She was ______________ and ______________!
5. At the debate, the political candidate's ________________ aimed to tarnish his opponent's reputation.  I'm sure he just wanted to _____________ him his microphone.

Tuesday, Jan 25

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

SAT 11-20 definitions (dictionary + "in other words")
Finish reading "Song Tra Bong" chapter

In Class:
1. Warm-up #4
2. Review SAT 11-20 definitions
3. Listen to "Stockings" and "Church"
4. "Superstition & Faith" handout

HW:

Read "The Man I Killed" and fill out the questions that apply to this chapter on the "Grief" handout

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #4: Mary Anne
We never really find out what happens to Mary Anne.  In a narrative style, write what happens to her after she goes off into the mountains.  5+ sentences for full credit.

Monday, Jan 24

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Catch up on your reading and be prepared to discuss!

In Class:
1. Warm-up #3
2. Introduce SAT 11-20
3. Reading quiz
4. Continue "Song Tra Bong"

HW:

Finish reading "Song Tra Bong"

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #3: Vietnam Questions
As we are reading the novel, what questions do you have about the Vietnam War of the life of the soldier?  If you could ask a Vietnam vet any question, what would it be?  Write down at least 3 things you wish you knew!

Friday, Jan 21

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Vocab SAT 1-10 puzzle
Bring in your vocab definitions from a few days ago
Study for Vocab SAT 1-10 quiz

In Class:
1. No warm-up!  Study vocab for 5 minutes
2. Vocab SAT 1-10 quiz
3. Listen to "The Dentist" and begin "Song Tra Bong"

HW:

Catch up on your reading and be prepared to discuss on Monday!

Thursday, Jan 20

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Finish reading "How to Tell a True War Story"

In Class:
1. WPA- good luck!

HW:

None

Wednesday, Jan 19

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Vocab definitions- dictionary & in your own words
Read "On the Rainy River" if you didn't already!

In Class:
1. Warm-up #2
2. Review vocab definitions
3. Discuss "On the Rainy River"
4. Begin listening to "How to Tell a True War Story"

HW:

Finish reading "How to Tell a True War Story"

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #2: Vocab Practice
Write 5 original sentences using at least 5 of your new vocabulary words.

Tuesday, Jan 18

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Finish reading "Spin" and "On the Rainy River" from TTC

In Class:
1. Warm-up #1
2. Reading quiz- "Dilemma"
3. Vocab: SAT 1-10
4. Listen to "Enemies" and "Friends"

HW:
Fold a piece of paper hot dog style.  In one column, write your 10 new vocab words and their definitions straight from the dictionary.  In the second column, write their meaning in your own words ("In other words...").  Vocab words can be found under the VOCABULARY tab above, as well as links to online dictionaries. This assignment does not qualify for a homework pass!

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #1: Draft
The Iraq War needs soldiers and the President has lowered the draft age to 16.  You just got your letter in the mail and you'll be leaving for war in one month.  In a narrative style (like telling a story), take us through your reaction much like Tim O'Brien does in the "Rainy River" chapter.  5+ sentences for full credit

Friday, Jan 14

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Finish reading first chapter of TTC

In Class:
1. Warm-up #8
2. Vocab 1 quiz (+ green sheet quiz if you haven't taken it yet)
3. Movie clip
4. Listen to "Love" in TTC

HW:

Read "Spin" and "On the Rainy River" from TTC by Tuesday

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #8: Puzzle
Draw three straight lines in the box below to divide it into 7 sections, each of which has only one circle.

Thursday, Jan 13

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Read to pg 18 "The one thing I hate, its a silent Indian" of TTC

In Class:
1. Warm-up #7
2. Finish first chapter of TTC
3. Movie clip (if time)
4. Vocab review (if time)

HW:

Study for vocab quiz
Bring in warm-ups #1-7
If you didn't take it last week, prep for the green sheet quiz

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #7: To Carry
We know what it means to literally carry something, but what does it mean when someone is metaphorically carrying something?  (Ex: In the novel, one soldier carries a distrust for white men)  Why do we use the verb "to carry" in these situations?  Where does the weight come from?  5+ sentences for full credit

Wednesday, Jan 12

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

None

In Class:
1. Warm-up #6
2. Discuss anticipation guide
3. Begin listening to TTC
4. "Get to know you" (if time)

HW:

Read to pg 18 "The one thing I hate, its a silent Indian" of TTC

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #6: Antonyms
Create two columns on your paper.  In one, list all 10 of your vocab words.  In the second, try to come up with at least one antonym for each word.  If you can't come up with a single word, write a short phrase.

Tuesday, Jan 11

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Anticipation guide

In Class:
1. Warm-up #5
2. Go get books (bring your student ID!)
3. Discuss anticipation guide
4. "Get to know you" (if time)

HW:

None

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #5: Vocab Practice
Write 5 original sentences using 5 or more of your vocab words.

Monday, Jan 10

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

None

In Class:
1. Warm-up #4
2. PowerPoint: Vocab 1
3. Discuss anticipation guide
4. "Get to know you" (if time)

HW:

Complete the anticipation guide for The Things They Carried.  Also, bring in your student ID tomorrow to check out the novel.

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #4: Vietnam
Write down everything you know about the Vietnam War.  5+ sentences for credit.

Friday, Jan 7

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Green sheet contract (50% pts)
Values project (50% pts)

In Class:
1. Go to assembly at College and Career Center

HW:

None...but be prepared to check out books NEXT TUESDAY, Jan 11th!  You'll need your student ID cards!

Thursday, Jan 6

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Green sheet contract + student info for full credit
Study for green sheet quiz
Values project

In Class:
1. Warm-up #3
2. Green sheet quiz
3. Code of Conduct activity
3. "Get to know you" cards (if time)

HW:

None- enjoy your weekend!

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #3: Social Responsibility
What qualities make someone a "socially responsible citizen"?  What does this even mean?  5+ sentences for full credit.

Note: Warm-ups will be due NEXT Friday, Jan 14th.  This Friday, our class will be attending an assembly at the College and Career Center.

Wednesday, Jan 5

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

Bring back "The Crucible"
Green sheet contract + student info for extra credit- due tomorrow for full credit

In Class:
1. Warm-up #2
2. Kitty Genovese Newsday article
3. Introduce the values project
4. "Get to know you" cards

HW:

Study for green sheet quiz tomorrow
Values project

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #2: Values
What are values?  What are the four things you consider to be your main values in life?  Why?

Kitty Genovese Newsday Article
Here is a link to the article we are discussing in today's class.  It is in the format of a PDF.  Please note that I have cut out from "Six days after..." on page 2 until the "Over the years..." paragraph on page 3.

Critical Thinking Questions for the "Kitty Genovese" Article

1. What does Dorman imply when he states, "There was no law...that required someone witnessing a crime to report it to the police.  But they contended that morality should oblige a witness to go so"?
2. What reasons can you think of that someone might not act in the scene of a crime, like those at Kitty Genovese's apartment complex?  Which are valid and which are not?
3. How do you feel about the final quote?  Do you believe we are all here to "help us sustain our life and values" or do you think that humans are "individual flecks of dust just floating around in a vacuum"?  There is no correct answer, but try to come up with some reasoning to support your opinion.  If you are your partner have different views, try to see their point and understand their own logic. 
   

Tuesday, Jan 4

English 6 (p3)

Due Today: 

None- welcome back from break!

In Class:
1. Warm-up #1
2. Review green sheet
3. Introduce website
4. Ticket out

HW:

Sign your green sheet contract by Thursday for full credit- turn it in tomorrow for 5 pts extra credit!
Find definitions for Vocab 1

Details of the Day:

Warm-Up #1: About You and Me
Write down at least 3-4 things I should know about you to understand you better as both a student and a person.  Also, think about some things you may want to know about me and jot down at least one.  When I call time, get into groups of 3 or 4 and decide one ONE question to ask me.  You are adults- you should know what questions may not be appropriate.  Please stick to what is "safe".

Ticket Out:
On a half sheet of paper, write your full name and 3 things about you.  2 of them should be true, but make one of them a lie.  During the next 2 weeks, I will read 3-5 at the end of each period and have the class guess which statement about you is false!  Again, keep it appropriate!


Welcome to the website, Juniors!  I hope you all had a great break and you are ready to jump start an awesome semester.  Please go through the website some time on your own and read over the content that is on it.  You are always responsible for what is on the website so know it well and don't hesitate to email me with questions!

Take care!
Miss Ryder