Mostly Monday

Block A: Today was the dreaded in class writing diagnostic assessment. Thanks for putting forth your best writing efforts. We will be working with these again tomorrow.

Block C: Think transformationally. Today in class we viewed and discussed 2 examples of transformational narratives. The discussion continues tomorrow - along with the beginning of your essay writing journey.

Block D: Many of you forgot your silent reading novel today - please bring it tomorrow. My novels are for emergency use only! Good work on your in class writing diagnostic - we shall discuss these further tomorrow.

Fabulous Friday!

Phew! We made it through the first week of school!!! Next week a full 5 days...

Here is some work to help get you through the weekend until you get the come back to school!

Block A: Extended metaphors with visual support are due on Monday. In addition you need to choose your silent reading novel. I will consult with each of you to see if it is appropriate for the reading level in grade 11 English. See the helpful sites on the side bar for book suggestions.

Block C: Your contradictory natures will be on display when you hand in your paradox assignments on Monday. Silent reading novels are also due - there are lists on the side of some books you may want to think about for your independent novel study assignment. Remember to challenge yourself - read something unfamiliar - and outside what you are used to reading.

Block D: Bio poems are due on Monday - bring a silent reading novel as well - challenge yourself with something new and interesting!

Enjoy your weekend and see you on Monday!

Thorough Thursday

Block A: Today we looked at what an extended metaphor is. And watched the opening monologue of the movie Dear John as an example - what are you? Probably not a coin in the US Army.... Think about your metaphor and what you can reveal about yourself in this comparison. Metaphor and visuals are due on Monday.

If you have not already handed in your salmon coloured sheet - it is due tomorrow.

Block C: You and your paradoxes! You are contradictory and contrary - write about - create a visual and hand it in on Monday. There will be time to work on these tomorrow.

Blue sheets are due in the morning - if not already handed in.

Block D: We started our bio poems today - you will get a work block tomorrow to ask questions and get help if you are stuck. 

If you didn't finish your snap shot it is due tomorrow in addition to your blue coloured sheets.

Welcome Back Wednesday!!!

Here we go! Off on an adventure through the trials and tribulations of high school English! I promise to be your guide through the rough patches - let's make this an awesome semester!

This is what you are responsible for tonight:

Block A: Have your salmon coloured sheet signed and complete the personal snapshot to hand in tomorrow.

Block C: Have your blue sheet signed, and complete the personal snapshot.

Block D: Have your purple sheet signed and complete the letter to me if not done in class. The criteria from the overhead is below:

Part A: Explain to me a little bit about you. What kinds of things do you like doing outside of school? Do you belong to clubs or sports teams? Anything that will help to give me a better picture of who you are.

Part B: What do you expect to get out of my class? What makes a good teacher? What expectations do you have of me as your teacher?

Part C: Tell me about the kind of student you are. Do you hate to be called on in front of class? Do you sometimes need extra help? Do you need help keeping your work organized? Extra reminders about homework and due dates?

Part D: Think seriously about who would be a good person for you to sit near in order to benefit your learning. I'll take your reasons into consideration when I make my seating plan. You must provide a good reason s/he's by bff is not a good reason! You may also tell me who you think you might need some space from - with a good reason, for example I am easily distracted by ............. and I want to do better academically this semester. I'm not making any promises - but I'll do the best I can.

In your letter feel free to include anything else you think might be helpful for me to know about you.

Think about what novel you would like to read for your silent reading novel this semester. Remember you will be giving an oral presentation on this novel so please make sure that it is one that meets the criteria we discussed in class. You need to bring your book for Monday's class as I will be checking and approving each novel.

Thoughts for this Thursday:

Congratulations everyone - we made it!!!

It is the last day of school tomorrow. We will be having an alternate bell schedule for our classes tomorrow prior to Sharkfest at 1:00.

I expect to see all of you in class tomorrow - we will hang out, sign yearbooks and celebrate our great accomplishments this semester.

Wednesday Washout

Block A: Make sure you come to class prepared to write! You will have all class to write your final literary analysis. Please bring in your point form outline, and your copy of the play.  Good luck!!!

Blocks B&D: We'll mark your compositions tomorrow and try to get ourselves as prepared as possible for that test next Friday.

Block C:
Comm 11 - Memory Book is due at the end of class tomorrow.
Comm 12 - Writing practice essays tomorrow in class.

Take Away Tuesday!

Block A: Bravo actors! Fabulous work today on your act interpretations. We get back to work tomorrow with preparing for the in-class writing assignment on Thursday.

Blocks B&D: Well, looks like some people need to study their terminology a bit more - flashcards anyone?

Block C:
Comm 11 - Memory Book is due at the end of class on Thursday.
Comm 12 - Provincial Prep continues.