Friday, August 12, 2011
What a great first week we had! Even though there was a mix up with the freshmen scheduling/rotation, we got it all worked out and had a good time going over the guidelines and procedures for the class. We also had a chance to watch our first Quack vocabulary video, and it seemed like a big hit.
The seniors got off to a great start, too! We went over all the typical class business, then we started discussing the Anglo-Saxons and how their culture is reflected in their literature. The seniors also watched their first Quack video, and I think everyone enjoyed learning those twenty new words.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
August 10, 2011
Another great day at RHS! The freshmen seem to be settling in to their new surroundings, and it looks like most of the upper classmens' scheduling issues have been resolved.
Today, our freshman class reflected on the guidelines and procedures we've covered in class so far, and we took some time to go over the great exit questions they left for me at the end of our last class. We also had a chance to practice note taking and group work procedures today, and they did a great job with both.
The seniors did a wonderful job with group work today, and we had an awesome discussion about the Anglo-Saxon belief in fate and immortality. We also took a survey to help us discover our own beliefs about who or what controls our lives, and I think we learned a lot from the experience. It really helped us relate the Anglo-Saxon values to our own culture, and I hope it gave everyone something to think about.
That's it for today. Hope you had a good one!
Another great day at RHS! The freshmen seem to be settling in to their new surroundings, and it looks like most of the upper classmens' scheduling issues have been resolved.
Today, our freshman class reflected on the guidelines and procedures we've covered in class so far, and we took some time to go over the great exit questions they left for me at the end of our last class. We also had a chance to practice note taking and group work procedures today, and they did a great job with both.
The seniors did a wonderful job with group work today, and we had an awesome discussion about the Anglo-Saxon belief in fate and immortality. We also took a survey to help us discover our own beliefs about who or what controls our lives, and I think we learned a lot from the experience. It really helped us relate the Anglo-Saxon values to our own culture, and I hope it gave everyone something to think about.
That's it for today. Hope you had a good one!
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Week One: So far
Wow! I can't believe it's the end of the second day of school. I've met so many new teachers and students that my head is spinning! And, we have gotten so much done already. Our freshmen have met all of their teachers, both the purple and white teams, and have visited all of their classrooms. We have gone over class guidelines and procedures, have looked over the fall newsletter, and have even had a chance to complete an activity to help everyone get to know each a little better.
The juniors had a big surprise when they showed up yesterday! Though we teachers tried to make it as stress-free as possible, every junior started taking an ACT exam during third period Monday. First, we did English. Today, we started math, and we will finish it on Wednesday. That leaves Reading and Science for Thursday and Friday. We're not doing this do be mean, honest! We just need to know how much those juniors know about those four subjects as soon as possible so we can work on their strengths and eliminate any weaknesses.
The seniors in DE English have been really busy, too. They, too have gone over the class guidelines and procedures and completed the get-to-know-you activity. They have also taken notes on group work procedures and are waiting to practice them on Wednesday. Today, they had the advantage of speaking with Mrs. Smith about all things DE, and they were able to ask her some great questions about the program.
The freshmen and seniors already have homework and a scheduled quiz. Their signed guidelines sheet is due on Friday (or Monday, depending on the freshmen rotation), and they will take a quiz over the guidelines, procedures, and group work on Friday.
I'm hoping everyone has a great and successful year, and I'm looking forward to working with all of my students and their families throughout the year and beyond.
Mrs. Sargent
The juniors had a big surprise when they showed up yesterday! Though we teachers tried to make it as stress-free as possible, every junior started taking an ACT exam during third period Monday. First, we did English. Today, we started math, and we will finish it on Wednesday. That leaves Reading and Science for Thursday and Friday. We're not doing this do be mean, honest! We just need to know how much those juniors know about those four subjects as soon as possible so we can work on their strengths and eliminate any weaknesses.
The seniors in DE English have been really busy, too. They, too have gone over the class guidelines and procedures and completed the get-to-know-you activity. They have also taken notes on group work procedures and are waiting to practice them on Wednesday. Today, they had the advantage of speaking with Mrs. Smith about all things DE, and they were able to ask her some great questions about the program.
The freshmen and seniors already have homework and a scheduled quiz. Their signed guidelines sheet is due on Friday (or Monday, depending on the freshmen rotation), and they will take a quiz over the guidelines, procedures, and group work on Friday.
I'm hoping everyone has a great and successful year, and I'm looking forward to working with all of my students and their families throughout the year and beyond.
Mrs. Sargent
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