Homework: Wednesday, January 31st

For tomorrow, please read through Chapter 4 (page 21) in Stargirl.


Keep checking out this blog for daily reading assignments and a unit calendar!

Homework: Monday, January 29th

For tomorrow, prepare to defend an argument in response to the Navy Pier High School Scenario.

1. Make a claim (is this or is this not bullying?)

2. Create two REEW sequences:
Reason: Why is this or is this not bullying?
Evidence: What is an example of your reason?
Explanation: How is your evidence a good example of your reason?
Warrant: So what? Why is your reason such an important element of your claim? For example, why does physical violence indicate a situation of bullying?

Homework: Tuesday, January 23rd

For homework, use the digital planner to plan for the first body paragraph of your essay on A Raisin in the Sun.

Here is how to access the digital planner:

* Open Internet Explorer
* Go to www.elmhurst205.org
* Click on “Teacher Webspaces”
* Click on the “Chambers, Brendan” link
* Click on “English 9 – Semester 2” (lowest right hand corner box)
* Click on “22 January”
* Read the description of Tuesday. Then, click on “read more”
* Click on “Essay Text Box – doc”
* Click on “open”

Be sure to print, save, and e-mail yourself the latest versions of your digital essay planner! We will be working with this essay planner in class tomorrow. Bring your books and all necessary materials!

Week of 1/16: Semester Finals

The English 9 final will comprise of the following:

1. Reading comprehension: fifteen multiple choice questions following a short story (review the packet given to you on Tuesday, January 16th)

2. Composition skills: Choose one of three prompts to compose an argumentative essay by analyzing/interpreting a short story. This essay will be scored on the same writing rubric we have been working with for the entire semester. Review all notes on effective writing and effective argument to obtain success on this portion of the final.

Please see me with any questions or concerns about finals or any other matters concerning your semester grade.

Good luck! Work hard - work smart!

Homework: 1/11/07

For homework, finish preparing for the A Raisin in the Sun debates that we will do in class together. Tomorrow, you will be assessed on your preparation, participation, and notes you take during class. Be as prepared as possible for the debate!

E-mail Ms. Lefebvre at slefebvre@elmhurst205.org with any questions or concerns.