101th CLASS - GROUP 03 - LAST CLASS

Wednesday, June 9, 2010:
We watched a movie then went outside. See you at the final exam on June 17.

101th CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINAL LES X

Tuesday, June 8, 2010:
You continued the LES and now should be ready for your final writing task on Thursday, June 17 in RM 301 (GROUP 01). Those of you who missed class need to make time to see me BEFORE then for remediation please.

100th CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINAL LES IX

Monday, June 7, 2010:
We continued the LES.

100th CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINAL LES IX

Friday, June 4, 2010:
We continued the LES.

99th CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINAL LES VIII

Friday, June 4, 2010:
We continued the LES.

99th CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINAL LES VIII

Thursday, June 3, 2010:
We continued with the LES. Absent? See me ASAP.

98th CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINAL LES VII

Thursday, June 3, 2010:
We continued the LES. See me if you missed class ASAP.

97th CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINAL LES VI

Wednesday, June 2, 2010:
We continued on with the Final LES.

98th CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINAL LES VII

Tuesday, June 1, 2010:
We were in the computer lab. You were given time to research and record any important points from the ''Food For Thought'' section below.

FINAL LES - FOOD FOR THOUGHT

1) Check out these LEARN Quebec Resources. There are four sections. Each section links to 1 of the 4 expert guides you already read and discussed. They are worth the time and will give you more scope before you write your final ES.

2) Taking the time to read the National Geographic article you received will be worth it as well. See me if you need another copy.

97th CLASS - GROUP 01 - LES VI

Friday, May 28, 2010:
Onward with the LES...

96th CLASSES - GROUPS 01 & 03 - LES V

Wednesday, May 27, 2010:
We continued the LES.

95th CLASS - GROUP 01 - LES IV

Tuesday, May 25, 2010:
We continued the LES.

95th CLASS - GROUP 03 - LES IV

Thursday, May 20, 2010:
LES... see me on Tuesday to catch up if you were not there... remediation at lunch. NB.
Enjoy the long weekend. Relax and go outside!

94th CLASSES - BOTH GROUPS 01 & 03 - FINAL LES III

Wednesday, May 19, 2010:
We continued on with part 3 of the LES.

93rd CLASSES - BOTH GROUPS 01 & 03 - FINAL LES II

Tuesday, May 18, 2010:
We continued the final LES.
If you missed class, it is CRITICAL you come to remediation LES times at lunch to be successful.

92nd CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINAL LES

Monday, May 17, 2010:
We began the final LES. If you missed class, see me ASAP to catch up.

92nd CLASS - 01 - FINAL LES

Friday, May 14, 2010:
We began our final LES. Make sure you come to every class - very important!! :)

91st CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINAL LES PREP

Wednesday, May 12, 2010:
We continued preparing...

90th CLASS - GROUP 01 & 91st CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINAL LES PREPARATION -

Tuesday, May 11, 2010:
We continued preparing for the final LES.

89th CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINAL LES PREPARATION

Friday, May 7, 2010:
More preparing activities for the final LES.

89th-90th CLASSES - GROUP 03 - FINAL LES PREPARATION

Thursday, May 6 & Monday, May 10, 2010:
We continued different activities preparing you for the final LES.

87th & 88th CLASSES - BOTH GROUPS 01 & 03 - FINAL LES PREPARATION

Tuesday, May 4 & Wednesday, May 5, 2010:
We did many reading activities to prepare you for your final LES.
Everyone wrote a literary terms test and self-evaluated what needs to be worked on.
You practiced internalizing different questions we have been going over since the beginning of the year that effective readers do before, during, and after reading.

86th CLASS - GROUP 03 - FIGURES OF SPEECH LES & CONFERENCING

Today:
1) You began your Figures of Speech cartoon. A draft should be complete for tomorrow's class.
2) You began conferencing with me regarding your progress in the course, strengths and goals, and plans. We will continue them tomorrow.

86th CLASS - GROUP 01 - FIGURES OF SPEECH LES II

Friday, Apirl 30, 2010:
You finished up your figures of speech cartoons and handed them in.
If you need until class on Tuesday to finish, I will accept assignments at the beginning of that class too.
Have a great weekend! Enjoy the weather :)

85th CLASS - GROUP 01 - FIGURES OF SPEECH LES

Wednesday, April 28, 2010:
You completed a draft of a cartoon representing 5 types of figures of speech.
Please bring it to next class.

85th CLASS - GROUP 03 - READING ES 2

Today:
1) You worked in groups discussing and preparing answers about the story.
2) You presented your answers to the class during the next period in POP.

84th CLASS - GROUP 01 - READING ES 2

Today:
1) You did group discussion work on the story.
2) Most groups presented ideas the next period.

84th CLASS - GROUP 03 - READING ES

Today:
1) We read a story together as a class.
2) You wrote your thoughts in the story.
3) You completed an independent ES that was handed in at the end of class.

83rd CLASS - GROUP 01 - READING ES

Thursday, April 22, 2010:
1) Today we read a story together as a class.
2) You then completed an autonomy test of your knowledge on prior concepts you should know as readers from the previous projects we have done.

83rd CLASS - GROUP 03 - POP/ENGL MOVIE LES III

Today:
1) You wrote a test about the movie so far.
2) We watched the end of the movie.
Missed class? See me tomorrow at lunch!

82nd CLASS - GROUP 03 - POP/ENGL MOVIE LES II

Today:
We continued the Movie LES.
You now should have 20 points capturing parts from the movie.

82nd CLASS - GROUP 01 - QUEBEC ROOTS

Today:
1) Presentations were finished.
2) You received an exerpt from our QHS Section in the 2009 Quebec Roots book.
3) You did an individual activity.
4) You did an investigation activity in pairs.
If you missed class see me for your section and activity questions.

81st CLASS - GROUP 01 - PRESENTATION LES III: PRESENTATIONS

Today:
1) You received evaluation criteria.
2) You practiced your presentations.
3) We got through most presentation.
If you missed class, you can catch up by mainly reading the posters now around the room so don't worry... we'll finish up next class.

81st CLASS - GROUP 03 - POP/ENGL MOVIE LES

Today:
We began a movie LES credited to POP.
Exit slip: You needed to summarize the 10 most important plot elements of the movie so far.
If you missed class, see someone to discuss the movie so far. See me during lunch.

80th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MR. WILSON PRESENTATION II

Today:
Mr. Wilson was back for another great presentation!

80th CLASS - GROUP 01 - PRESENTATION LES II: FINALIZING POSTERS AND ACTIVITIES

Thursday, April 15, 2010:
You shoud be ready to present at the beginning of class on Monday.

79th CLASS - GROUP 01 - PRESENTATION LES I

Tuesday, April 13, 2010:
Assignment:

Congratulations! In groups of 2-3, you are going to teach your peers a concept about language that will help strengthen writing competency.

Once you know your concept, you and your group will need to:
1. Learn as much as you can about that concept
2. Draft a visual idea to teach that concept giving examples
3. Create a poster that shows that concept, the rules, giving examples
4. Create an activity that will test everyone's knowledge about that concept
5. Come up with a presentation that will be given to the class where you will teach your
concept to the class using the poster, and then go through the activity to test their knowledge, and then correct it together.

By the end of class you did 1-4. If you missed class, join any group and catch up on the information. See me if you have any questions.

78th CLASS - GROUP 01 & 79th CLASS - GROUP 03 - SPELLING REMEDIATION

Today:
In both classes we did many spelling activities that targeted areas your writing compencies can improve.
If you missed class:
See me so you can complete the handout.

78th CLASS - GROUP 03 - THANK YOU PARAGRAPHS & ... GAMES??

Today:
1) You wrote thank you paragraphs to our guest speakers in POP today.
2) You challenged yourself to develop your writing competency by choosing what areas you would like to work on using the Game Zone website.

YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO USE THE ABOVE WEBSITE IN YOUR SPARE TIME... IT'S GOOD TO SEE THAT YOU WERE INTO THE DIFFERENT GAMES!

77th CLASS - GROUP 01 - ADJECTIVES

Today:
1) You learned and reviewed adjectives.
2) You wrote sentences using them.
3) You found other people who could describe themselves using other adjectives.

77th CLASS - GROUP 03 - ADJECTIVES

Today:
1) You received a self-reflection sheet on adjectives that describe you.
2) We had a whole-class discussion about what each adjective meant as you filled out your sheet.

The ten sentences task needs to be brought to
class Friday, April 9.

76th CLASSES - GROUPS 01 & 03 - SPEAKING EVALUATIONS

Today:
You presented and conferenced about your final products to peers (in paris) and were evaluated on speaking.

75th CLASSES - GROUPS 01 & 03 - BONUS GENRE

Today:
Those of you finished on time were given class to do a bonus genre.
Those of you who needed more time were given class time as well to finish.

ALL GENRE BOOK RESPONSES ARE DUE TUESDAY, APRIL 6.

74th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MG PROJECT XI

Today:
We reviewed evaluation criteria and you were given time to finish your projects.

Due tomorrow.

74th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MG BOOK REVIEW RESPONSE XII

Today:
We reviewed evaluation tips.
You worked on your projects.

Reminder: due Thursday, April 1 @ beginning of class.

73rd CLASS - GROUP 01 - P.WILSON ES & MG BOOK RESPONSE

Today:
ESs were completed as a follow-up to P. Wilson's workshop.
You conferenced then independently worked on your MG Book Response Presentations.

73rd CLASS - GROUP 03 - GUEST SPEAKER P. WILSON

Today:
We took a break from the project to participate in an interactive workship lead by P. Wilson: Choices. Thanks Mr. Wilson for taking the time to come work with us today. We look forward to you coming back to QHS!

New date Multi-Genre Book Response Project is due:
Beginning of class on Thursday, April 1, 2010.

72nd CLASS - GROUP 01 - GUEST SPEAKER P. WILSON

Today:
We took a break from the project and had a workshop lead by P. Wilson who lead us through an interesting interactive presentation: Choices. Thanks P. Wilson for taking the time to come speak to us!

New date Multi-Genre Response Project is due:
Beginning of class on Thursday, April 1, 2010.

72nd CLASS - GROUP 03 - MG PROJECT X

Today:
You were given time to work on your project.

Group 03 - Projects are due Wednesday, March 31, 2010.

70th & 71st CLASSES - GROUP 01 - MG PROJECT X-XI

Friday, March 19 & Tuesday, March 23, 2010:
You worked on your Multi-Genre Projects.

Group 01 - Projects are due Tuesday, March 30.

71st CLASS - GROUP 03 - MG PROJECT VIIII

Today:
1) You conferenced.
2) People came up to present their entire projects to everyone. Well done!
3) You worked independently.
4) You conferenced.
SO YOU SHOULD BE FINISHING UP ON GENRE #7.

70th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MG PROJECT VIIII & 70th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MG PROJECT VIII

Today:
Thanks for subbing Mr. P.
1) You conferenced re: your project.
2) You worked independently: Group 01, on #7, Group 03, on #6.
3) You conferenced.
Missed class? Be sure to catch up!

69th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT VIII

Today:
1) We reviewed aspects of plot, character, and theme from the beginning of the year.
2) We discussed how those things can be used, specifically as you approach writing your introduction piece - knowing the language is important and will help you communicate your intentions and ideas for choosing genres.
3) You peer-conferenced.
4) You worked independently.
5) We had 4 people come up and model their genres, explain their intentions, and explain how their work showed the different meanings from their books. Creative! Informative! Impressive specific connections to your books... certainly original :) Bravo!
Missed class? See me before next class. You should be around Genre #7.

69th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT VII

Today:
1) We had a whole class discussion about plot, character, and themes.
2) During those times, you had many opportunities to discuss your book and response project progress. Thanks for the participation and in-depth ideas. I am confident that you will continue to work on listening to each other's ideas.
Missed class? See me.

68th CLASS - GROUP 03 - INTEREST INVENTORIES

Today:
We did an Interest Inventory with Mrs. H. This will help you make appropriate course selections in secondary 4 and 5... you will have more doors open to you and more opportunity by knowing the information now. The book should have been completed and handed in during class.
If you mised class - it is very important to see Mrs. H. in the Guidance Office ASAP to book a time to complete the activity as she needs it in her records to support your upcoming secondary 4 and 5 choices.

68th CLASS - GROUP 01 - INTEREST INVENTORIES

Today:
We did an activity with Mrs. H. regarding your interests and careers.
POP students, this should be nothing new but good practice. Other students, this is essential for future course planning in secondary 4 and 5.

67th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT VII

Today:
1) We reviewed characters, plot, and theme.
2) You discussed how your genres have focused on the above things in your book with a partner.
3) You discussed what areas (above) your genre responses need to focus on.
4) Those of you who are needing ideas came to speak to me to see and discuss different examples of genres.
5) You continued working on your sixth genre.
6) You should be finishing up your sixth genre.
7) We had 3 people present their ideas to the rest of the class and volunteers.
8) You were given time to conference with people.

67th CLASS - GROUP 03 - JOB SHADOWING

Today:
You were job shadowing!

66th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MULTI-GENRE WORK AND JOB SHADOW DAY!

Today:
Most of you were gone on your POP job shadows. Those of you that were in class worked on your projects.

66th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT VI

Today:
You should have finished your fifth genre.

65th CLASS - GROUP 01 - SNOW DAY!!

Friday, February 26, 2010:
I hope you had a great snow day!

64th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT V

Today:
1) We discussed the project.
2) You discussed your progress with a partner.
3) You worked on genre 5.
You should complete genre 5 soon.

64th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESONSE PROJECT - VI

Today:
1) We reviewed the project and some tips.
2) You shared your work and plan with a partner.
3) You worked on and completed genre 5.

63rd CLASS - GROUP 03 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESONSE PROJECT IV

Today:
1) We reviewed the project and went over some tips.
2) You discussed your plan with a partner.
3) You worked on and finished your fourth genre.

63rd CLASS - GROUP 01 - WINTER ACTIVITY DAY

Tuesday, February 23, 2010:
No class - winter activity day.

62nd CLASS - GROUP 03 - WINTER ACTIVITY DAY

Tuesday, February 23, 2010:
No class - winter activity day.

61st CLASS - GROUP 03 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT III

Today:
1) You shared your plan with peers.
2) You finished your second genre and moved on if you could.
3) You shared your progress with peers.

62nd CLASS - GROUP 01 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT V

Today:
1) You shared your work and discussed your goals for today.
2) You worked on and finished genre 4.
3) You conferenced about it and peer-evaluated each other.
Make sure all 4 genres are finished for next class if you haven't.
Have a good weekend!

61st CLASS - GROUP 01 - MULTI-GENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT IV

Today:
1) You shared the two genres you have created so far with another person.
You discussed ways you are showing your own ideas, how you are only using the book to prove those thoughts, and what can be done better/clearer.
2) You worked on and finished your third genre independently.
3) You shared that genre with another.
If you missed class, please finish your third genre.

60th CLASSES - GROUPS 01 & 03 - MG BOOK PROJECT

Today:
Group 01 - you finished at least 2 genres for your project
Group 03 - you finished at least 1 genre for your project.

59th CLASS - GROUP 03 - VOLLEYBALL

Thursday, February 11, 2010:
Student Council challenged the teachers and played a second volleyball tournament.

59th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MULTIGENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT II

Today:
You created a tentative timeline of genres and dates you would like to work on.
2 Genres are due at the end of class Tuesday, February 16. See me for the handout this week if you missed class please.

58th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MULTIGENRE BOOK RESONSE PROJECT

Today:
We discussed the new project.
If you missed class:
See me for the handout.

58th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MULTIGENRE BOOK RESPONSE PROJECT

Today:
We began discussing the Multigenre Book Response Project LES

57th CLASS - GROUP 03 - DIALOGUE SKIT PRESENTATIONS

Today:
You practiced and presented your skits and were evaluated on speaking.

57th CLASS - GROUP 01 - SKIT PRESENTATIONS

Today:
You finished your skit presentations.

56th CLASS - GROUP 03 - REMEDIATION

Today:
You had a great deal of time to update your last few tasks: Movie Review discussion handout, Skits, etc.

55th CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY APPRECIATION

Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010:
Your speaking was evaluated as you shared your finished short story with others.

56th CLASS - GROUP 01 - DIALOGUE SKIT PRESENTATIONS

Today:
1) You practiced your dialogue skits and were evaluated on speaking.
2) You presented the skits and were evaluated on speaking.
Next class Friday, Feb. 5 (Day 6):
We'll finish up on the skits.

55th CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY APPRECIATION

Today:
Your speaking was evaluated as you discussed your final short stories with others.

54th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MOVIE REVIEW CIRCLES & SKITS

Friday, January 29, 2010:
You finished the movie review circles and created skits to practice your dialogue.

53rd & 54th CLASSES - GROUP 03 - MOVIE REVIEW CIRCLES & SKITS

Thursday, Jan. 28 & Friday, Jan 29, 2010:
You did activities in groups discussing your movie reviews and created skits practicing dialogue.

53rd CLASS - GROUP 01 - MOVIE REVIEW LES V

Today:
1) Movie Reviews were due.
2) You did a speaking/listening activity to discuss the reviews in groups.
The above two things are due at the beginning of class Friday.

52nd CLASS - GROUP 03 - PUNS

Tuesday, January 26, 2010:
Thanks Mr. Sweeney for subbing.
You learned about puns and illustrated your own, then shared your work with everyone.

51st CLASS - GROUP 03 - MOVIE REVIEW LES V

Today:
You were given the class to type up your good copy of the Movie Review.
The good copy is due at the beginning of class Thursday, January 28.

52nd CLASS - GROUP 01 - MOVIE REVIEW LES IV

Today:
1) We finished watching the movie.
2) You were given the class to type out your movie review.
The good copy of your Movie Review is due at the beginning of class Wednesday, January 27.

51st CLASS - GROUP 01 - MOVIE REVIEW LES III

Today:
We almost finshed the movie.
If you missed class:
You will need to catch up during the movie remediation this coming week.

49th-50th CLASSES - GROUP 03 - MOVIE REVIEW LES III-IV

Wednesday, January 20 & Thursday, January 21, 2010:
1) We finished watching the movie.
2) You began working on the content we went over in the handout.
For Monday, January 25 (Day 7):
The second and third paragraphs are both due. Skip over the first paragraph.

50th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MOVIE REVIEW LES II

Today:
1) Short story packages (including all drafts with good copy) were due and handed in.
2) We went to the VCN room to begin watching our movie.

49th CLASS - GROUP 01 - MOVIE REVIEW LES

Today:
1) We began a new LES
2) You took turns reading about the structure of a movie review and read through different examples.
If you missed class:
See me ASAP.

48th CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES XIIII

Thursday, January 14, 2010:
1) You received your short stories back with feedback.
2) We reviewed the criteria you are going to be evaluated on.
3) You were given the class to type up good copies.
Please try to hand in your good copies with all drafts in by Tuesday, January 19.
If you missed class see me ASAP.

47th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MOVIE REVIEW II

Wednesday, January 13, 2010:
We began watching our movie.

48th CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES XV

Thursday, January 14, 2010:
1) You received your short stories back.
2) We reviewed the evaluation criteria.
3) You were given time to work on your good copy.
ALL DRAFTS WITH THE GOOD COPY ARE DUE TUESDAY, JANUARY 19.
If you missed class, please see me ASAP.

47th CLASS - GROUP 01 - HOLIDAY RAP II

Tuesday, January 12, 2010:
Everyone presented their creation to the class.
If you missed class:
Please see me so you can present.

46th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MOVIE REVIEW I

Today:
1) Short Stories are NOW moved to Tuesday, January 19.
2) We began a new LES.
3) You each took a turn reading through the formal structure of a movie review and some different examples of movie reviews. Excellent reading!
If you missed class:
See me ASAP.

46th CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES XIIII

Today:
1) You received your stories back with my feedback.
2) You spent the class in the computer lab working on conferencing and revisions.
I need to read your draft if I have not to give you feedback before formally evaluating it! Please e-mail it to me ASAP before the weekend is over.

45th CLASS - GROUP 03 - MAGAZINE HOLIDAY RAP II

Today:
1) You presented your rap to your peers.
2) You were evaluated on speaking.
3) Handed in your rap for writing evaluation.
If you missed class:
Please see me to book a time to present your work to me during lunch.

45th CLASS - GROUP 01 & 44th CLASS GROUP 03 - MAGIZINE HOLIDAY RAP

Today:
We took a class break from the short stories LES.
You began an assignment writing a 2010 holiday section rap using the rhyming scheme of your choice for the magazine company you inherited.
If you missed class:
E-mail me for the assignment.
Next class Friday, January 8 (Day 7):
The assignment is due at the beginning of class.

43RD CLASS - GROUP 03 - TYPING STORIES

Today:
We had 3 people who worked hard typing up the short stories.
REMINDER TO E-MAIL ME YOUR SHORT STORY DRAFTS BY FRIDAY IF POSSIBLE! HAPPY HOLIDAYS :)

GROUP 03 - REMINDER TO GET YOUR SHORT STORY DRAFT IN!

I WOULD LIKE ALL DRAFTS E-MAILED TO ME IF POSSIBLE BEFORE FRIDAY SO I CAN HAVE FEEDBACK READY FOR YOU WHEN YOU RETURN FROM THE HOLIDAYS. HAVE A GREAT BREAK!

44TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES XIII

Today:
Many of you were not here :(
Everyone was given time to type up the short stories.
I WOULD LIKE ALL DRAFTS E-MAILED TO ME IF POSSIBLE BEFORE FRIDAY SO I CAN HAVE THEM READY WITH FEEDBACK WHEN YOU GET BACK FROM THE HOLIDAYS. HAVE A GREAT BREAK!

43RD CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES XII & SECRET ELF

Today:
1) You were given time to work on your story.
2) You wrote your name down on paper and put it in a hat.
3) You picked another name from the hat and became that person's secret elf.
4) We reviewed 3 different types of rhyming schemes and went over some examples Mr. Parker helped create.
5) You designed a card for your person and began creating a complimentary poem for her/him.
If you missed class:
See me to be paired with a person.
For Monday, December 21 (Day 4) or before:
Please either make (creativity goes a long way) or get ($2-no more than $5) a present for your person. You can give your card, poem, and present to that person during class on Monday.

42ND CLASS - GROUPS 01 & 03 - SHORT STORY LES XI/XII

Wednesday, December 16, 2009:
1) We reviewed the power of imagery and descriptive writing.
2) You were given time to peer conference and revise.
3) You shared your best imagery idea with the rest of the class.
4) We had a mini-lesson on correct dialogue structure.
5) You began revising your short stories following that structure.
Continue updating your story.

41ST CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES XI

Today:
1) You finished any previous tasks.
2) You took your story to at least 3 different people to peer edit for spelling and grammar.
3) You handed your story in to me.
If you missed class:
Please get your story in to me.

41ST CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES X

Today:
1) You were given peer-conference time today.
If you missed class:
Be ready for...
Next class Thursday, December 17:
Your first draft must be fully completed.

40TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES X

Friday, December 11, 2009:
You spent the day peer-conferencing your work.
If you missed class, be ready for...
Next class Tuesday, December 15, 2009:
All first drafts should be fully completed.

40TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CAREER POSTER PRESENTATIONS

Today:
1) You practiced presenting the career poster you made before.
2) You went to the cafeteria.
3) Secondary 1 students in Mrs. Ross' class came and viewed your presentation, then took part in evaluating your poster and presentation.
4) You completed a self-assessment.
No one missed class! Bravo :)

39TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES VIIII

Today:
1) You peer conferenced.
2) You wrote individually.
3) You peer conferenced.
If you missed class, please be ready for...
Next class Friday, December 11 (Day 8):
Your first draft is due at the beginning of class. The plot elements should be written and circled where they arise in your story.

39TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES VIIII

Today:
1) Half of the class was gone because of the snow storm.
2) You were given time to make sure 500 words were written.
3) You wrote your central conflict in your story.
4) You wrote then circled each element of plot in your story.
5) We watched a part of The Lion King movie.
If you missed class:
Be sure you do #2-4 above.
Next class Thursday, December 10 (Day 7):
Reminder - you are presenting your career posters to cycle 1 students.

38TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES VIII

Today:
1) You peer conferenced about your central conflict and plot structure.
2) As a class we discussed dialogue, imagery, and descriptive writing.
3) You were given time to individually write.
If you missed class: See your "go-to" person.

37TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES VII

Today:
1) We briefly reviewed your character development work and the plot structure.
2) You were given time to peer-conference.
3) You individually continued writing your draft.
4) You were given time to peer-conference.
If you missed class:
Be sure you are ready for...
Next class Wednesday, December 9 (Day 5):
500 words minimum of your draft is due and will be checked at the beginning of class.

38TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES VII

Today:
1) You had 10 minutes to peer-conference your protagonist-driven short story so far.
2) You had a good chunk of time to individually aim to complete 500 words of your first draft.
3) You had 10 more minutes to peer-conference.
If you missed class:
Please do the above work to be ready for...
Next class Wednesday, December 9:
I will be checking 500 words are drafted.

37TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CONTINUING SHORT STORY LES VI

Today:
1) We reviewed the plot structure of a short story.
2) We discussed the story of the Lion King.
3) In pairs, you matched parts of the story with the correct element of plot.
4) As a class we reviewed the task.
If you missed class:
See your "go-to" person to catch up on the task.

36TH CLASS GROUP 01 & 37TH CLASS GROUP 03 - CTBS

Today:
You wrote the CTBS

36TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - CTBS PREP

Tuesday, December 1, 2009
We took a break from the Short Story LES so you could prepare for the Canadian Test of Basic Skills.

35TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CTBS PREP

Today:
We took a break from the Short Story LES and spent the period preparing for the Canadian Test of Basic Skills.
If you missed class: Please see me.

35TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES VI

Today:
1) We reviewed the stages of the plot diagram.
2) We reviewed the main parts of the story of the Lion King.
3) We discussed the central conflict of the Lion King.
4) In pairs, you decided where each part went on the plot diagram.
5) Individually, you continued writing your own short story trying to mesh out up to the "key incident" of your own character-driven plot.
If you missed class: Please see me.

34TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES V

Today:
Using the information you created about your protagonist...
1) Individually, you wrote the first draft of the exposition phase of the short story.
2) You peer-reviewed drafts checking for description of characters, time, and place.
3) You updated your draft.
4) You chose 2-3 sentences of your exposition and read it. It was inspiring to hear the different approaches and styles that are surfacing in your writing.
If you missed class:
Copy your notes from your "go-to" person and see me before...
Next class Monday, November 30 (Day 9):
We are moving on with the plot your protagonist is creating...

34TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES III

Today:
Preparing to write your own short story...
1) Individually, you answered several questions about your protagonist.
2) You shared that information with your partner.
3) You participated in a drama activity to help you understand your character. You put yourself in your "character's shoes" and lived a day in the life as her/him.
4) We discussed the 4 types of central conflict.
5) You discussed the central conflict of your story with your partner.
6) We reviewed the exposition phase of the short story plot.
7) You wrote a 1st draft of your exposition, focusing on character description, time, and setting.
If you missed class:
See your "go-to" person for the notes and me to catch up for...
Next class Friday, November 27 (Day 8):
Your first draft of the exposition is due.

33RD CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES IV

Wednesday, November 25, 2009:
Leading up to the short story you will be creating...
1) Individually, you answered many questions about your protagonist.
2) You then shared it with your partner.
3) Individually, you did a drama activity living a day in the life of your protagonist.
4) We discussed the four types of central conflict.
5) You discussed the central conflict of your story with your partner.

33RD CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES II

Wednesday, November 25, 2009:
1) Groups were given a focus question and presented short story elements to everyone.
2) We reviewed the structure of plot in relation to the story.

32ND CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES

Today:
1) We reviewed elements of and questions about the short story.
2) You chose to listen and read along to a story as a whole class.
3) In small groups, you answered the questions.
If you missed class: See me ASAP for the story and questions.

32ND CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES III

Today:
1) Using your assignments you were given a specific section and presented it in groups to the class.
2) You discussed the elements of plot, then chose a speaker to represent each group and where your group chose each element of plot in the story.
If you missed class: See me.

31ST CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES II

Today:
1) We discussed the short story elements.
2) We finished reading the short story.
3) In pairs, you worked on an assignment using the story.
If you missed class: I will catch you up on Monday.
Next class Monday, November 22, 2009: Aside from the 2 students who were absent, the assignment is due at the beginning of class.

30 & 31ST CLASS - GROUP 03 - OPEN HOUSE PREPARATION & POSTER PRESENTATIONS

Friday, November 13 & Monday, November 16, 2009:
1) You created multi-genre writing pieces about your experiences at QHS for open house.
2) Ms. McDonald's secondary 2 class came and you presented your Career Posters to them while they evaluated you.
3) You completed a self-evaluation.
4) You listened to their feedback.
If you missed class or were not prepared: See you tomorrow at noon in the computer lab with your poster ready to present.

29 & 30TH CLASSES - GROUP 01 - CAREER POSTER PRACTICE AND SHORT STORY LES

Thursday, November 12 & Monday, November 16, 2009:
1) Essays were appreciated from the previous LES.
2) We reviewed the evaluation rubric secondary 2 students would be evaluating you with this upcoming week.
3) We began focusing on the short story by focusing on various elements. We began reading a short story discussing those elements.
If you missed class: Come get the short story from me and copy the notes from your "go-to" person.

29TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - CAREER POSTER IV

Today:
1) You brought your good poster to class.
2) We celebrated successful essays. Thanks those of you who read what clearly took a great deal of work!
3) We discussed how your poster is being evaluated.
4) We discussed how your poster and your presentation is being peer-evaluated by secondary 2 students.
5) In pairs, you took turns practicing presenting your posters, asked questions, and gave each other feedback.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.

27 & 28TH CLASSES - BOTH GROUPS 01 & 03 - CAREER POSTERS II-III

Yesterday & Today:
You finished your draft poster, had 2 people peer-edit it for everyone on your assignmen handout, then corrected it.
Group 01 - The good copy is due Thursday, November 12 (Day 9)
Group 03 - The good copy is due tomorrow, November 11 (Day 8)

26TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - CAREER POSTERS I

Please read the group 01 post below. It is exactly the same.

26TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CAREER POSTERS I

Today:
1) Any remaining DEAR journals were collected.
2) You began the follow-up project from Take Our Teens To Work Day: creating an information poster targeted at cycle 1 students. You will have the chance to teach your profession that you job shadowed to cycle 1 students during an upcoming Career Fair.
If you missed class: See or e-mail me for the outline because...
Next class Monday, November 9 (Day 6): Your first draft is due at the beginning of class (including all writing you plan on writing on your good copy). Be prepared to peer-edit another person's poster.

25TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY

Today:
1) As a whole class, we brainstormed what makes a short story.
2) You got into groups of 4-5 and created your own 200 word story including those things. One person in your group wrote, and everyone spoke. Each person added a word at a time.
3) You started to read what you created in your group to the class.

25TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINAL DRAFT

Today:
1) We reveiwed the essay evaluation rubric.
2) You were given the class to do final revisions and type up your good essay copy.
3) It is due via e-mail or hard copy tomorrow morning.
If you missed class: Get your good copy in ASAP.

24TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINAL DRAFT

Today:
1) We reviewed the essay evaluation rubric.
2) You were given the class to do final revisions and type up your good essay copy.
3) It is due via e-mail or hard copy by tomorrow morning.
If you missed class: Get your good copy in ASAP.

24TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINALIZING, PICTURE OF PERSON, SPOOKY STORY GAME

Today:
1) You were given time to finish your second draft if needed.
2) You finished your picture of your person.
3) You got into groups of 4-5 and played the Spooky Story Game. One person recorded and each person said one word at a time to create a 100 word spooky story.
4) Your groups read them to the rest of the class.
If you missed class: I need your second draft.
Next class Monday, November 2 (Day 1): You will be typing up your good copy and handing it in.

23RD POST - GROUP 01 - SECOND DRAFTS, PICTURES OF YOUR PERSON FOR COVER

Today:
You worked on the exact thing as group 03 below.
If you missed class: Your second draft should be completed. Please hand it in ASAP.

23RD CLASS - GROUP 03 - SECOND DRAFTS, PICTURE OF YOUR PERSON FOR COVER

Today:
1) You finished your peer-editing.
2) You finished writing out your second draft and handed it in.
3) You began drawing the person you are writing about in your essay to be used for your polished piece front page.
If you missed class: Your second draft should be finished for...
Next class Friday, October 30 (Day 10).

22ND CLASS - GROUPS 01 AND 03 - FINISH PEER-EDITING, TRANSITION WORDS, SECOND DRAFTS

Today:
1) You finished having your first draft edited by 2 people following the checklist.
2) You revised and corrected your first draft.
3) You edited 2 other peoples' essays.
4) We had a language lesson on transition words.
5) You began adding your transition words to your work.
If you missed class: See your "go-to" person for the language lesson on transition words.

21ST CLASS - GROUPS 01 & 03 - REMEDIATION AND CATCH UP

Today:
In both sections, you were given time to work on your 1st draft, peer-editing, and began your second draft.
If you missed class: It is VERY important your first draft is completed.

20TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINISHED FIRST DRAFT

Yesterday:
1) You brought extra research about your person.
2) Finished your graphic organizers and handed them in.
3) Finished your first drafts and handed them in.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.

20TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINISHED FIRST DRAFT AND PEER-EDITING

Today:
1) We caught up and celebrated October birthdays.
2) You finished your essay rough draft.
3) You started peer-editing.
If you missed class: Make sure your ROUGH draft is completed for...
Next class Monday, October 26 (Day 6)

19TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - WEBBING AND 1ST ESSAY DRAFT

Today:
1) You received evaluations.
2) We reviewed the webbing organizers.
3) We went to the computer lab and you finished your organizers and handed them in.
4) Everyone started their first essay draft.
If you missed class: See me for the webbing organizer.
Next class Thursday, October 22 (Day 4): I trust you will have your evaluations signed by your parents/guardians when I check at the beginning of class.

19TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - RESEARCH ORGANIZERS

Today:
1) You received assignment evaluations.
2) We went over a webbing strategy to use with everything we've done and your research.
3) You began using the webbing strategy to get your ready for your first essay draft.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.

17TH & 18TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - PARAGRAPHS, THESIS STATEMENTS, WEBBING

The last 2 classes:
1) You completed your 3 paragraph assignment.
2) We had a language lesson on thesis statements.
3) You completed your thesis statement assignment.
4) We went over a webbing strategy to use with your chosen research person.
5) You began working with the webbing strategy.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.

18TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - RESEARCH

Today:
1) You were given the class to research your chosen person for your essay.
If you missed class: Make sure you are ready for...
Next class Monday, October 19 (Day 1): You need your research printed. Important parts need to be highlighted and your own thoughts need to be written in.

17TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - REMEDIATION

Today:
1) We reviewed all of recent assignment evaluations and had a review language lesson.
2) You reflected on areas you need to be aware of improving. You then updated your assignments in any places they were incorrect.
3) You wrote a PERFECT paragraph and thesis statement and handed them in.
If you missed class: See me for your assignments and to get the one that was due in.
Next class Friday, October 16 (Day 10): Evaluations need to be signed by your parents or guardians.

16TH CLASS - GROUPS 01 AND 03 - DEVELOPING AND CLOSING SENTENCES, AND THESIS STATEMENTS

Today:
Group 03
1) We had a language lesson on thesis statements.
2) You wrote 7 thesis statements including the three main parts.
3) You self-edited then peer-edited the work.
4) The assignment was due at the end of class.
If you missed class, see your "go-to" person or me and get the assignment in.

Group 01
1) You received your 10 leads/topic sentence evaluations.
2) We had a language lesson on developing sentences and closing sentences.
If you missed class, see your "go-to" person or me so you can hand your assignment next class.
Next class Thursday, October 15: You should have 3 paragraphs. Each paragraph will have a) a lead/topic sentence, b) 4-5 supporting sentences, and 3) 1 closing sentence. The three paragraphs will be collected at the beginning of class.

15TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - LEAD SENTENCES

Today:
1) We had a language lesson on Leads/Topic sentences.
2) You wrote 10 leads.
3) You edited another person's leads.
4) You shared your work with your peers and handed it in.
If you missed class: Copy your notes from your "go-to" person and get your assignment to me ASAP.
Have a great long weekend!

15TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SUPPORTING SENTENCES, CLOSING SENTENCES, AND THESIS STATEMENTS

Today:
1) We had a language lesson on supporting sentences.
2) You picked 3 leads/topic sentences you wrote from last class.
3) You wrote 4-5 supporting sentences for each lead/topic sentence you chose.
4) We had a language lesson on closing sentences.
5) You wrote a closing sentence at the end of your above work, so
6) The end result looked like 3 paragraphs. Each paragraph had a lead, 4-5 supporting sentences, and a closing sentence.
7) You read your paragraphs to your peers focusing on volume and slow pacing.
8) You had a language lesson on the thesis statement of persuasive essays.
If you missed class: See your "go-to" person to copy the notes and catch up on the above assignment. You can also see me. Please hand your work in ASAP.
For next class Tuesday, October 13 (Day 7): You need more research of your chosen person who had a positive or negative influence on Canadian society. Have a good long weekend! Enjoy the weather.

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14TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - LEAD/TOPIC SENTENCES

Today:
1) We finished the research presentations.
2) We discussed how your research is building your knowledge for your essays.
3) We had a language lesson on lead/topic sentences.
4) You created 10 topic sentences about anything.
5) You edited your parnter's topic sentences making sure it a) introduces a topic, b) states an opininon, c) lets the reader know supporting evidence/proof is to follow.
6) You handed that work in.
If you missed class: Copy the missed notes from your "go to" person, complete the assignment, have them edit it, and hand it in to me. If you have any questions, see me ASAP. There is also homework for tomorrow (below).
Next class Thursday, October 8 (Day 6): You need to have more research about your person (for the essay) completed and brought to class.

14TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - PRESENTATIONS

Today:
1) We briefly reviewed DEAR journals.
2) We reviewed strategies of success.
3) You each presented your 1 chosen person. Excellent variety and depth of research!
If you missed class: You will present at the beginning of next class.
Next class Thursday, October 8 (Day 6): If you did not present, you will have a chance to.

13TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - BLOG REVIEW AND FIVE-STAR RESEARCH

Today:
1) We reviewed the changes to this blog.
2) You had the class to research your 3 people.
If you missed class: Please finish your reserach.
Next class Tuesday, October 6 (Day 4): Be prepared to present 1 of your 3 people.
Have a good weekend.

13TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - AVOIDING PLAGIARISM & RESEARH PRESENTATIONS

Today:
1) You brought your 5-star research on 3 different people.
2) We discussed 4 easy steps to avoid plagiarism.
3) You chose 1 person you researched and presented that person.
If you missed class: Copy your class notes from your "go to" person.
Next class Wednesday, October 7 (Day 5): We will finish the presentations.

12TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - FIVE STAR RESEARCH

Today:
1) You brought your lists and shared one person with the class.
2) We did the exact same thing as the 03 post below, EXCEPT
Next class October 2 (Day 2): I will give you more time tomorrow to finish your research questions.
If you missed class: Read the post below and begin researching if possible.

12TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - FIVE STAR RESEARCH

Today:
You spent most of class in the computer lab and library researching three people who you think have had a positive or negative impact on Canadian Society.
The person does not have to be Canadian.
For each person, you need a brief description of:
1) Who was it?
2) What did that person do to influence Canadian society? (Good or bad.)
3) Where did it happen? (One place, many places, in or outside of Canada.)
4) When did it happen? (Remember, it cannot be earlier than January, 2009.)
5) Why did the event/sequence of events happen? (What was the purpose of it happening?)
6) How did the event/sequence of events take place? (Break it down step-by-step.)
If you missed class: You will need to complete the above information for next class. See me at noon in computer lab 216 tomorrow (Thursday) if you need help.
Next class Thursday, October 1 (Day 1): Your research is due at the beginning of class.

11TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - OVERVIEW OF THE FIVE PARAGRAPH PERSUASIVE ESSAY

Today: Is exactly the same as the 03 course below EXCEPT you also need to come up with 10 different people from talking to your friends and family for next class.
Next class Thursday, October 1 (Day 1): Be ready to discuss your list of people.

11TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - OVERVIEW OF FIVE PARAGRAPH PERSUASIVE ESSAY

Today:
1) You receved evaluations that need to be signed by your parents/guardians.
2) We discussed how we are still going to go ahead with the essay writing. Depending on the outcome from the contest oranizers, we may have our own contest at QHS.
3) We reviewed an overview of the 5 paragraph persausive essay.
4) You wrote a quickwrite on your experiences and attitudes towards formal structured writing.
If you missed class: It is really important you come pick your evaluations up. You also need to see your "go to" person and copy the notes from today before next class.
Next class Wednesday, September 30 (Day 30): You will use your Writer's Portfolios and begin to research a person living inside/outide of Canada who you think had a positive/negative impact on Canadian society between January-December, 2009. Talk to your friends and family members in the meantime to see who they know! You may be surprised.

10TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - DEAR JOURNALS

Today:
1) We silently read.
2) You were given time to complete your second DEAR journal that was due at the end of class.
If you missed class: Come get your DEAR journal to read my feedback and complete a second entry to hand in.

10TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - EDITING SYMBOLS, LANGUAGE LESSON, AND FINISHED LETTERS

Today:
1) I checked to make sure your Writing Motivation Strategies assignment was signed. If it wasn't, you wrote in your agenda to get it signed to show me next class.
2) We discussed the editing symbols that will be used in your work.
3) We wrote and discussed our first Language Lesson.
4) You wrote 2nd drafts of letters, editied them with a peer, then completed your final copy.
If you missed class: Please copy the editing symbols and language lesson from your "go to" person or a friend.

9TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - LANGUAGE LESSON AND 2ND DRAFT OF LETTER

Today:
1) You handed in your Writing Motivation Stragegies assignment.
2) We went over the editing symbols that will be found on your work from me.
3) We discussed the first Language Lesson.
4) You wrote your final drafted letter.
If you missed class: I need your assignment before class. You will need to copy the editing symbols and language lesson from your "go to" person or a friend before next class.

8TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - MOTIVATION STRATEGIES & ESSAY WRITING CONTEST

Today:
1) We discussed your Writing Motivation Strategies assignment. Good ideas!
2) We discussed the Spring 2009 Canadian Lives that Make a Difference Essay Contest, and
3) Wrote letters to the contest organizers for more information.
If you missed class: See me before next class.

9TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - ESSAY WRITING CONTEST & S'COOL VISIT

Today:
1) You received your Writing Motivation Strategies evaluations.
2) We began discussing the Spring 2009 Canadian Lives that Make a Difference Essay Contest we were going to take part in to learn how to write persuasive essays using our Writer's Portfolios, but then realized that we are not eligible, so
3) Out of interest, we wrote formal letters to the contest organizers asking for more details.
4) We had a S'Cool visit... click here for Mr. Sweeney's recap!
If you missed class: Please see me before next class.
Next class September 23 (Day 6): Please bring your signed evaluation.

8TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - PRESENTATIONS AND MOTIVATION STRATEGIES THAT WORK TO WRITE

Today:
1) We finished the Writer's Porftolio Presentations.
2) You brainstormed 10 ideas of motivational stragegies that work for you as a writer. We used these questions for ideas:
What do you do to inspire yourself? Where do you write best? What do you do when you get writer's block (difficulty coming up with ideas)? What strategies do you use? What do you say to yourself? How do you handle harsh criticism from another person about your writing? What authors inspire you and why? When you get an assignment you don't like how do make sure you complete it? You shared your answers in pairs then picked one for the whole class, after.
If you missed class: Come up with your 10 ideas, tell them to a friend, then hand them in.
Next class September 21 (Day 4): You will receive your presentation and strategy evaluations.

7TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - WRITER'S PORTFOLIO PRESENTATIONS AND HOMEWORK

Today: We nearly finished the Writer's Portfolio presentations.
If you missed class: If you do not have the evaluation rubric, see me.
Next class Tuesday, September 22 (Day 5): I trust you will have your homework assignment completed when I check - 10 strategies YOU have or can start using to motivate yourself to write. See you next week.

7TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - WRITER'S PORTFOLIO PRESENTATIONS

Today: You presented your Writer's Portfolio to your peers. Well done so far!
If you missed class: Please see me for the evaluation rubric.
Next class tomorrow, September 17 (Day 2): Presentations will continue and you will have the chance to create motivation strategies to get into the habit using before any pre-writing to combat the writing challenges you expressed before.

6TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - WRITER'S PORTFOLIO PRESENTATIONS

Today:
1) You reviewed your YOU*HAIKU evaluations.
2) You practiced presenting your Writer's Portfolio.
3) The class started the presentations. Nice job so far!
If you missed class: Please copy the presentation evaluation sheet from a friend or come see me for it.
Next class tomorrow, Sept. 15 (Day 1): I will be checking that your Haiku assignment is signed by your parent/guardian. We will continue the presentations.

6TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - WRITER'S PROCESS AND WRITER'S PORTFOLIOS

Please read the post below as it applies directly to what we did today.
The only difference is next class September 23 (Day 6) you also need your Haiku assignments signed by your parent/guardian. The cover of your Writer's Portfolio is due.

5th CLASS - GROUP 03 - WRITER'S PROCESS AND WRITER'S PORTFOLIOS

Today we: Reviewed an overview of the stages of the Writing Process you will be using throughout the year. You considered your own identity as a writer and had the opportunity to represent it on the front of your Writer's Portfolio using words and images.
If you missed class: I have two things you need to create your Writer's Portfolio. Please see me ASAP.
Next class September 15 (Day 10): The front cover should be complete and brought to class. Before then, you need to do something else: think about strategies that work for you to write. What do you do to motivate yourself to write? What do you do when you have "writer's block"? What environment do you write best in? Try coming up with 5 responses. You will need that for the activity we'll be doing.

5TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CLASS ORGANIZATION AND LITERARY ELEMENTS

Please read the post below. The only difference is that your next class is on Monday, September 14 (Day 9). You will need all materials. Have a good weekend.

4TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - CLASS ORGANIZATION AND LITERARY ELEMENTS

Today we:
First, discussed you as an effective communicator developing your competencies through talking, reading, listening, writing, and viewing/representing. Your development will be organized 3 ways: 1) your binder (with 5 dividers), 2) writer's portfolio, 3) and DEAR reading journal. All of those things will be kept in class.
Secondly, we reviewed the literary elements in small groups than as a whole class game. Now you can start using those terms when you are writing your DEAR journals.
If you missed class: You will need to copy the notes taken from a friend or come get them from me. Make sure you will bring the following materials needed for next class...
Next class September 11 (Day 8): You need your agenda, binder with 5 dividers, and I will be checking that your literary elements handout was completed. Please also bring any of the following you think represents you: pictures from the internet, photo albums, magazines, quotations, lyrics from songs, poems, stickers, etc., and colouring pencils. We will be making the Writer's Portfolios.

4TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CLASS GOALS, YOU*HAIKU, AND PUN ILLUSTRATION

Today we: Went over all listening, writing, and talking goals written in each Diagnostic Self-Assessment I handout... no names :) It was great to see your willingness to support each other to meet them and the ideas you came up with to make improvements easier. I look forward to reading each You*Haiku and response. Well done with your pun illustration presentation.
If you missed class: See me ASAP. I have a handout for you to catch up on everyone's goals. You also need to write a Haiku about yourself. You can either ask someone in class or come see me to discuss the format. After writing 9 lines, a friend must also read it and respond to it in Haiku. It is due at the beginning of next class.
Next class September 10 (Day 7): You should be ready to go with all materials. No homework. See you tomorrow.

3RD CLASS - GROUP 03 - CLASS GOALS AND YOU*HAIKU

Today we: Went over all listening, talking, and writing goals written in each Diagnostic Self-Assessment I handout... no names :) You each made excellent connections with the similarities shared between everyone, and now understand that we are all in the boat together and have a lot of work to do to combat the challenges discussed. I look forward to reading each You*Haiku and response.
If you missed class: See me ASAP. I have a handout for you to catch up on everyone's goals. You also need to write a Haiku about yourself. You can either ask someone in class or come see me to discuss the format. After writing 9 lines, a friend must also read it and respond to it in Haiku. It is due at the beginning of next class.
Next class September 10 (Day 7): You should be ready to go with all materials. No homework. See you tomorrow.

REMINDER - KNOW YOUR SECTION

Please make sure you are only reading the posts for the course section you are in (01 or 03), unless you are asked otherwise. It is on your 10-day schedule.

2ND CLASS - GROUP 03

Today: You finished up your Diagnostic Self-Assessment handout. It was due at the end of class.
Next class tomorrow (Day 6): Make sure you bring your course materials.

3RD CLASS - GROUP 01

Today we:
1) Finished up the Diagnostic Self-Assessments and handed them in.
2) Started working on the picture pun handouts (with the sports) and were given white blank pieces of paper.
Next class Wednesday, September 9 (Day6):
Your handout and quality picture of your favorite pun (on the paper you were given) are due at the beginning of class.
Have a good weekend and enjoy having Monday off!

2ND CLASS - GROUP 01

Today we finished the course introduction and you had time to work on your Diagnostic Self-Assessment. If you have any questions about it, see me or e-mail me before next class.
Reminder: I trust you will have up to at least p. 4 complete and your course outline signed when I check next class, Friday, Sept. 4 - Day 4. Have a good first week!

1ST CLASS - GROUPS 1 AND 3 - COURSE INTRODUCTION

Welcome to ENGL 306!
Group 01: We had a late start today so I will give you more time to work on the Diagnostic Self-Assessment handout tomorrow. Try to get your course outline signed and bring the course materials ASAP. See you tomorrow! Reminder: bring your book and journal this Wednesday for your first DEAR.
Group 03: Next class is Tuesday, September 8. I trust you will have completed p. 1-2 of the Diagnostic Self-Assessment and will have your outline signed when I check, as well as all course materials. Reminder: bring your book and journal this Wednesday for your first DEAR.

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