We have an AWESOME Tuesday in class today! The freshmen had a chance to practice their new vocabulary words, and one class even worked on coming up with hand signals to go with each word. That was a sight to see, believe me. After that, we took notes on plot and made individual graphic organizers. Since we made fishbones, first block named theirs "Bones", and second block named theirs "Nemo." Some of the fish heads and tails looked really life-like!
Finally, the freshmen went over how to follow a PRC study guide, a tool I use in class to help students understand and connect to the reading. We even made our first prediction before the end of class today, and we decorated our test folders as an exit activity.
The ACT juniors reflected on the guidelines and procedures we covered in class yesterday, and they had some interesting comments. Several of you agree that being courteous and prepared are really important, while others thought being on time and following directions is more important.
A lot of the juniors wanted to get rid of the rules about tardies, dress code, and eating in class. Sorry, gang. Those have to stay. Others in class wanted to make it okay to use cell phones or to sleep in class. Sorry, again, everyone, but I need you awake and off the phone to teach you.
The seniors had a phenomenal discussion today comparing and contrast "The Seafarer," "Sea Fever," and "The Wanderer." I loved how upset some of you were that the original work had been altered, no matter what the purpose. I really enjoyed listening to your comments and appreciated the thought and effort they put into class today. I even sang for them--poor babies!
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