Tuesday - Sept 3 - English 2 - introduction, syllabus and GRIT

Objective: By the end of class, students will be introduced to English 2 requirements and complete memory exercises in order to prepare to succeed this academic year.

DO NOW

WRITE MY BLOG ADDRESS AND EMAIL INTO YOUR NOTEBOOKS:

reinaeng2.blogspot.com

karenreina1@gmail.com

ALSO WRITE YOUR NAME AND CLASS.

Direct Instruction

SYLLABUS

Review together. 

Circle words you don't know on syllabus - We will LOOK UP AND write down definitions in notebook after review.

Review and Analyze Syllabus, classroom rules and procedures. 

Guided / Independent

short term memory quiz

How we all think and see things differently - OPTICAL ILLUSIONS

Use board to identify different visions.

What is GRIT? 

Grit is defined as "courage and resolve; strength of character."

Grit Video

GRIT handout self quiz.

In a well written paragraph of 6-8 sentences, describe a time when you can honestly say you demonstrated GRIT. Be clear in your description of what happened, and how you felt about it afterwards.

You may hand write or use a NEO (neo preferred).

Exit Pass

Understanding / Closure

QUESTIONS?

Will smith video below

self esteem / self love / self discipline / responsibility vs. fault

MS. REINA / karenreina1@gmail.com / Reinaeng2.blogspot.com

ENGLISH 2 Syllabus 2019-2020

COURSE OVERVIEW: English 2 explores a variety of American Literature in various genres including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, prose and news reports.  This rigorous and challenging course is designed to improve reading, writing, speaking and critical thinking skills.  In addition to reading and analyzing different forms of texts, students will evaluate persuasive writing and develop research based essays to enhance research technology skills and synthesize information. The course will also emphasize building vocabulary and standardized test terminology to increase comprehension skills that will enable students to effectively and confidently approach the Keystone Literature Exams.

AUTHORS MAY INCLUDE:  Roald Dahl (fiction), Sandra Cisneros (fiction), Robert Kennedy, Malcolm X (persuasive speeches), Hanson W. Baldwin (historical article), Edgar Allan Poe (ficton), Shakespeare (drama),  Aldous Huxley (fictional allegory) and a variety of poetry that will enhance recognition of poetic elements and devices.

TEXT: Collections  - 10^th Grade / Keystone Finishline Literature

CLASSROOM RULES:

1.     Arrive on time, be prepared, take a seat and begin “DO NOW.”

2.     No eating or drinking except water.

3.     Follow directives when asked without argument– you may question it AFTER class if you need to and I will provide you with an explanation.

4.     Show respect for yourself and others.

5.     BE KIND.

GRADING POLICY:                                                               GRADES:

            Tests / Quizzes / Essays –    40 %                           90-100 = A

            Class work                              30%                            80-89 = B

                                                                                                70-79 = C

            Homework                             20%                            60 -69 = D

            Participation                          10%                            Below 60 = F

MATERIALS:

PLEASE be prepared every day when you come to class. You will need at three-subject notebook (YES, I said 3!) or binder equivalent and a writing utensil. A folder and highlighter are recommended as well.

I have read the English 2 syllabus and agree to abide by the rules.

Signature___________________________________                    Date_________________________