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8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, January 9, 2018 EARLY DISMISSAL DAY

1. TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK - Leave it on your desk. 2. TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right-hand corner – each color is one line: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)3: Copy the Agenda- ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS

4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: Journal Topic # 1 *** 8A ONLY - MUST WRITE 6-8 SENTENCES FOR EACH PARAGRAPH****

Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED.Start your writing with: This will be the best year ever because… (give 3 reasons)1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- DESCRIPTION sentence about EACH REASON & (BECAUSE) THESIS STATEMENT (LABEL AND

HIGHLIGHT), 2ND BODY PARAGRAPH Explain why each REASON is the best. that contains Starts with a transition (highlighted orange), Topic Sentence, 3 Supporting Sentences(pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED

CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition, restated 3 reasons (1 sentence

each) (pink, blue, green), clincher sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, January 10, 2018



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED.

Describe 3 goals you hope to have accomplished five years from now? 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- DESCRIPTION sentence about EACH GOAL & (BECAUSE) THESIS STATEMENT (LABEL

AND HIGHLIGHT), 2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a transition (highlighted orange), Topic Sentence, 3 Supporting Sentences(pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, &

UNDERLINED: Explain why you chose each GOAL. CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition, restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, January 11, 2018



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED.What does it mean to stand up for what you believe in? Give 3 reasons why you would stand up for something you believed in.

~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- DESCRIBE 3 REASONS YOU WOULD STAND UP FOR SOMEING YOU BELIEVED IN & (BECAUSE) THESIS STATEMENT (LABEL

AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), Topic Sentence, 3 Supporting Sentences(pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED,

HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain why you chose each REASON. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition, restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, January 12, 2018



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED.

What inspires you? Describe 3 things or people that inspire you to be a better person.~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- DESCRIBE 3 THINGS OR PEOPLE THAT INSPIRE YOU & (BECAUSE) THESIS STATEMENT (LABEL AND

HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), Topic Sentence, 3 Supporting Sentences(pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED,

HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain why you chose each THING OR PERSON. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition, restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, January 16, 2018



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED.What is the hardest thing you’ve ever had to learn? ~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- DESCRIBE SOMETHING THAT WAS THE HARDEST THING YOU EVER HAD TO LEARN & (BECAUSE) THESIS STATEMENT (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), Topic Sentence, 3 Supporting Sentences(pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED,

HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain 3 REASONS why you chose each THAT ONE THING THAT WAS THE HARDEST THING YOU EVER HAD TO LEARN. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition, restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, January 17, 2018



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) What is something that you believe in strongly?~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- DESCRIBE SOMETHING THAT YOU HAVE A STRONG BELIEF IN (EXAMPLES: RELIGION, FRIENDSHIP, OBEYING THE LAW) & BECAUSE (YOU NEED 3 REASONS AFTER THE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), Topic Sentence, 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain EACH OF THE REASONS BY STATING WHY you chose this specific reason. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, January 18, 2018


4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: Journal Topic # 7

*** 8A ONLY - MUST WRITE 6-8 SENTENCES FOR EACH PARAGRAPH****

Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences )

Do you think aliens exist?~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- STATE YOUR OPIONION THEN & (YOU NEED 3 REASONS WHY YOU DO BELIEVE OR DON’T BELIEVE ALIENS REALLY EXIST AFTER THE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), Topic Sentence, 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain EACH OF THE REASONS YOU CHOSE BY STATING WHY you chose EACH specific reason. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, January 19, 2018

1. TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK - Leave it on your desk.

2. TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right-hand corner – each color is one line: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)3: Copy the Agenda- ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS



What 3 values will you teach your children?~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- STATE YOUR 3 REASONS WHY YOU CHOSE THE VALUES YOU PICKED BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain WHY you chose EACH specific VALUE. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.

FRIDAY ASSEMBLEY WARNING

***CONSEQUENCES FOR TALKITIVE BEHAVIOR DURING ASSEMBLY: 250 TIMES: “ I WILL NOT TALK DURING FRIDAY ASSEMBLIES.” (If assigned to you, due on Monday)

Reminder: BRING YOUR BINDER TO SATURDAY SCHOOL

THIS IS PART OF YOUR GRADE FOR ATTENDING SATURDAY SCHOOL.

ORGANIZE YOUR BINDER- NO PAPERS SHOULD BE IN ANY POCKET SLOTS. ALL PAPERS NEED TO BE IN DATE ORDER FROM JAN 9 (ON TOP)- TODAY ITEMS TO Move to the Back OF THE BINDER

~HW Assignment List- Aug. to Dec~ Focus Printouts-Aug. to Dec

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, January 22, 2018




How do you feel when you work with a team on a group project?~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- DESCRIBE 3 FEELINGS YOU EXPERIENCE WHEN YOU HAVE TO WORK IN A GROUP; NEXT USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND

HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain WHY you CHOSE those 3 feelings. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, January 25, 2018 & Friday, January 26, 2018

1. TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK - Leave it on your desk. 2. TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right-hand corner – each color is one line: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)3: Copy the Agenda- ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete:

Journal Topic # NO JOURNAL TOPIC TODAY USE THIS TIME TO ORGANIZE YOUR ASSIGNMENTS

1. JOURNALS # 1-52. SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.10 pg. 58-59 & 98 + REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS+ MAKING CONNECTIONS+ ESSENTIAL QUESTION ANSWERS+ PREPARING FOR EXPOSITORY WRITING ACT. # 1 pg. 59COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETS OF PAPER~QHT- CHART & RESORTED CHART Color coded correctly with definitions- STAPLED TOGETHER~SCORING GUIDE PG. 98- HIGHLIGHTED CORRECTLY~ ACTIVITY # 2 pg. 59- Definitions ~ ACTIVITY # 3 p.59 1 paragraph

GRADES COLLECTION STEPS

STEP 1- COLLECT & ORGANIZE ALL ASSIGNMENTSGRADES COLLECTED TODAY 1/25/18:

1. JOURNALS # 1-5- STAPLED TOGETHER IN ORDER WITH THE # 1 ON TOP (Even if 1 or more is not completed or stamped)

~All stapled together & stamped with a STAR = 100% A

~All COMPLETED, stapled, but NOT stamped = 70% C2.SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.10 pg. 58-59 ~ ALL ASSIGNMENTS IN THE TEXTBOOK MUST BE COMPLETED FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTONS GIVEN DURING CLASS.

+ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS+ MAKING CONNECTIONS+ ESSENTIAL QUESTION ANSWERS+ PREPARING FOR EXPOSITORY WRITING ACT. # 1 pg. 59COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETS OF PAPER~SCORING GUIDE PG. 98- HIGHLIGHTED CORRECTLY~ REWRITING OF ALL 4 COLUMNS WORD WEBS~QHT- CHART & RESORTED CHART Color coded correctly with definitions- STAPLED TOGETHER~ ACTIVITY # 2 pg. 59- Definitions ~ ACTIVITY # 3 p.59 1 paragraph******All assignments can still be turned in for LATE credit (70%) DURING CLASS by MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2018 DURING CLASS ONLY 8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, January 29, 2018




Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) Would you rather spend the weekend with friends or by yourself?~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- DESCRIBE 3 REASONS FOR YOUR CHOICE & USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain WHY you CHOSE those 3 REASONS. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, January 30, 2018



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) Write about a time when you lost something important.~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- DESCRIBE WHAT YOU LOST AND WHY IT WAS IMPORTANT & USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain 3 REASONS WHY THIS ITEM WAS IMPORTANT TO YOU. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT.

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, January 31, 2018



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) Should schools require students to wear uniforms?~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- State your position concerning this issue then be sure to 3 reasons why you feel the way you feel & USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain in detail your 3 REASONS WHY YOU FEEL THE WAY YOU FEEL.

~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, Februry 1, 2018



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) If you could take a dream vacation, where would you go?~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- STATE YOUR DREAM VACATION LOCATION then be sure to 3 reasons why you feel the way you feel & USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain in

detail your 3 REASONS WHY YOU CHOSE THIS LOCATION. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, Februry 2, 2018




Do you prefer to spend or save money?~1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- STATE YOUR POSITION then be sure to EXPLAIN YOUR 3 REASONS WHY YOU FEEL the way you feel & USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange),

~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain in detail your 3 REASONS WHY YOU PICKED THE 3 REASONS YOU CHOSE. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, Februry 5, 2018 (TEACHER ABSENT, USED FOR WED 2/7/18)



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) THINK ABOUT ONE OF YOUR BEST TALENTS. THEN DESCRIBE HOW you can share your talent with others?~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- STATE YOUR TALENT then be sure to EXPLAIN YOUR 3 REASONS WHY YOU PICKED THAT

TALENT & USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS

CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain in detail your 3 REASONS DESCRIBING HOW YOU CAN SHARE THIS TALENT WITH OTHERS. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, February 6, 2018 EARLY DISMISSAL DAY

1. TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK - Leave it on your desk. 2. TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right-hand corner – each color is one line: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)3: Copy the Agenda- ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete:

Journal Topic # NO JOURNAL TOPIC TODAY USE THIS TIME TO ORGANIZE YOUR ASSIGNMENTS 1. SCORE FOR UNIT 15- “IRISH LEDGENDS” HANDOUT2. SCORE FOR UNIT 16- “A SURFING CHAMPIONSHIP

3. JOURNALS # 6-104. FOCUS PRINTOUTS WEEKS 1 & 25. SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.11 pgs. 60-61

+ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS+ ACT. # 1 pg. 60 COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETS OF PAPER+ UNDERSTANDING TONE- ACT. # 2 & 3 ON SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER~ IDENTIFYING NUANCES IN DICTION- ACT. 4 & 5 ON ONE SHEET OF PAPER. ESSAY IS COLOR CODED ~ Active LISTENING NOTES ~Active LISTENING FEEDBACK SHEET

GRADES COLLECTION STEPSSTEP 1- COLLECT & ORGANIZE ALL ASSIGNMENTSGRADES COLLECTED TODAY 2/6 & 2/7: 1. SCORE FOR UNIT 15- “IRISH LEDGENDS” HANDOUT2. SCORE FOR UNIT 16- “A SURFING CHAMPIONSHIP3. JOURNALS # 6-10- STAPLED TOGETHER IN ORDER

WITH THE # 1 ON TOP (Even if 1 or more is not completed or stamped)

~All stapled together & stamped with a STAR = 100% A

~All COMPLETED, stapled, but NOT stamped = 70% C4. FOCUS PRINTOUTS WEEKS 1 & 2 5.SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.11 pgs. 60-61 ~ ALL ASSIGNMENTS IN THE TEXTBOOK MUST BE COMPLETED FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTONS GIVEN DURING CLASS.

+ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETSCOMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETS OF PAPER+ UNDERSTANDING TONE- ACT. # 2 & 3 ON SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER

~ IDENTIFYING NUANCES IN DICTION- ACT. 4 & 5 ON ONE SHEET OF PAPER. ESSAY IS COLOR CODED ~ ATTENTIVE LISTENING NOTES ~ATTENTIVE LISTENING FEEDBACK SHEET

******All assignments can still be turned in for LATE credit (70%) DURING CLASS by fRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2018 DURING CLASS ONLY 8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS (TEACHER ABSENT, USED FOR Thurs 2/8/18) Monday, Februry 5, 2018



Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) THINK ABOUT ONE OF YOUR BEST TALENTS. THEN DESCRIBE HOW you can share your talent with others?~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- STATE YOUR TALENT then be sure to EXPLAIN YOUR 3 REASONS WHY YOU PICKED THAT TALENT & USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange),

~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS

CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain in detail your 3 REASONS DESCRIBING HOW YOU CAN SHARE THIS TALENT WITH OTHERS. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, Februry 9, 2018




If you could visit another decade from the past 100 years, which would you choose?~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- STATE WHICH YEAR YOU WOULD LIKE TO VISIT then be sure to EXPLAIN YOUR 3 REASONS WHY YOU PICKED THAT DECADE & USE BECAUSE IN THE

THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow &

Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS

CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain in detail your 3 REASONS FOR PICKING THE DECADE YOU CHOSE. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, Februry 12, 2018




What do you feel when you look back at your academic self from 2 years ago, sixth grade? Have you made any significant changes?~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- COMPARE HOW YOU FELT ABOUT YOURSELF DURING 6TH GRADE WITH YOUR SELF NOW, then be sure to EXPLAIN 3 CHANGES YOU HAVE MADE OR ONES YOU NEED TO MAKE & USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS

CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : Explain in detail your 3 CHANGES YOU MADE OR YOU STILL NEED TO MAKE. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, Februry 13, 2018


4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: Journal Topic # 18

*** 8A ONLY - MUST WRITE 6-8 SENTENCES FOR EACH PARAGRAPH****

Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) EXPLAIN 3 OF THE MOST INSPIRING MOTIVATIONAL OR INSPIRATIONAL SAYINGS OR QUOTES YOU HAVE EVER BEEN TOLD OR HEARD.~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- CHOOSE 3 QUOTES OR SAYINGS, then be sure to STATE THEM & USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE SENTENCE) (LABEL AND HIGHLIGHT Yellow & Orange), ~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green),, and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS

CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : DESCRIBE in detail WHY YOU PICKED THE 3 QOTES OR MOTIVATIONAL SAYINGS. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, Februry 14, 2018 HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!!!

1. TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK - Leave it on your desk. 2. TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right-hand corner – each color is one line: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)

3: Copy the Agenda- ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS


Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) INTRODUCE BOTH HISTORICAL MEN AND Describe what you learned about EACH President Lincoln and Frederick Douglass (paragraph 1) NEXT, according to the “O Captain! My Captain!” and the “Frederick Douglass” poems, how do these two mens’ connections to liberty make them heroic? (paragraph 2)FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION (paragraph 3)

~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE INTRODUCTION.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), USE 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green), and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, Februry 15, 2018



4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: Journal Topic # 20 *** 8A ONLY - MUST WRITE 6-8 SENTENCES FOR EACH PARAGRAPH**** Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) First introcuce and describe what further information you learned about Frederick Douglass after reading his autobiography excerpt (paragraph 1) Next, according to the two texts “White House Funeral Sermon for Abraham Lincoln”pg.76 and the autobiography excerpt “Frederick Douglass” pg. 80, how do these two mens’ connections to liberty and freedom make them heroic? (paragraph 2) FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)

~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE INTRODUCTION.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH that Starts with a Transition (circled red), and Topic Sentence (highlighted yellow& orange), USE 3 Supporting Sentences (pink, blue, green), and Clincher Format (underlined black) THAT IS CORRECTLY CIRCLED, HIGHLIGHTED, & UNDERLINED : FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Friday, Februry 16, 2018


4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: Journal Topic # 21 *** 8A ONLY - MUST WRITE 6-8 SENTENCES FOR EACH PARAGRAPH**** Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences )

Writing an Expository paragraph means that you are writing to explain a topic or idea. Explain what you know about how to write a Topic sentence AND A Thesis Statement, Providing Examples to support WHAT YOU UNDERSTAND HOW TO DO, and Commentary -why the examples you chose actually support the topic sentence and thesis statement. (Paragraph 1) Next, chose your own topic and write an Expository paragraph highlighting the three different areas the same colors. (EXPLAINATION-pink, EXPLAINATION-blue, COMMENTARY-green) (Paragraph 2)

FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)

~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE INTRODUCTION.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENT

ACTIVITY TWO: SHOW & TAKE NOTES:

1) HOW TO WRITE AN EXPOSSITORY ESSAY YOUTUBE VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FOh_A1FotU (2:44)

2) How to write a thesis statement for beginners. YOUTUBE VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCzuAMVmIZ8 (3:48)

FRIDAY ASSEMBLEY WARNING

***CONSEQUENCES FOR TALKITIVE BEHAVIOR DURING ASSEMBLY: 250 TIMES: “ I WILL NOT TALK DURING FRIDAY ASSEMBLIES.” (If assigned to you, due on TUESDAY 2/20/18)

GRADES COLLECTED TUESDAY 2-20-18: 1. JOURNALS 11-152. Focus Printout Weeks 3 & 4 Signed &

Stamped3.SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.12 pgs. 62-68~ ALL ASSIGNMENTS IN THE TEXTBOOK MUST BE COMPLETED FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTONS GIVEN DURING CLASS

~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if needed~ ACT. # 4 TP-CASST graphic organizer for “A Man”~ Check Your Understanding pg 67COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETs OF PAPER~ TP-CASST graphic organizer for “Soldier home after losing his leg in Afghanistan”~ Expository WRITING PROMPT pg. 68

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCzuAMVmIZ8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FOh_A1FotU

4. SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.13 pgs. 69-74~ ALL ASSIGNMENTS IN THE TEXTBOOK MUST BE COMPLETED FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTONS GIVEN DURING CLASS

~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ~ ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if neededCOMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER~ Expository WRITING PROMPT pg.74 – All directions followed

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, February 20, 2018 EARLY DISMISSAL DAY


2. TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right-hand corner – each color is one line: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)3: Copy the Agenda- ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete:

Journal Topic # NO JOURNAL TOPIC TODAY USE THIS TIME TO ORGANIZE YOUR ASSIGNMENTS

1. JOURNALS # 11-152. FOCUS PRINTOUTS WEEKS 3 & 4

3.SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.12 pgs. 62-68~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if needed~ ACT. # 4 TP-CASST graphic organizer for “A Man”~ Check Your Understanding pg 67COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETs OF PAPER~ TP-CASST graphic organizer for “Soldier home after losing his leg in Afghanistan”~ Expository WRITING PROMPT pg. 684. SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.13 pgs. 69-74~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ~ ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if neededCOMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER~ Expository WRITING PROMPT pg.74 – All directions followed

5. Extra Credit- January HW Assignment List signed

GRADES COLLECTED TUESDAY 2-20-18: 1. JOURNALS # 11-152. FOCUS PRINTOUTS WEEKS 3 & 4

3.SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.12 pgs. 62-68~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if needed~ ACT. # 4 TP-CASTT graphic organizer for “A Man”~ Check Your Understanding pg 67

~ Expository WRITING PROMPT pg. 68 COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETs OF PAPER~ TP-CASTT graphic organizer for “Soldier home after losing his leg in Afghanistan”4. SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.13 pgs. 69-74~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if neededCOMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER~ Expository WRITING PROMPT pg.74 – All directions followed5. Extra Credit- January HW Assignment List signed

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, Februry 21, 2018



Think back to Friday’s Journal. And the video you watched about Expository Writing. First,Explain what you NOW UNDERSTAND about how to write an Expository Essay Topic sentence AND A Thesis Statement, Providing 3 Examples to support WHAT YOU NOW UNDERSTAND HOW TO DO, and Commentary -why the examples you chose actually support the topic sentence and thesis statement. (Paragraph 1) NEXT, explain what transitions are and why is it important to use transitions and transitional phrases in whatever you are writing? Provide 3 pieces of evidence that support your answer (paragraph 2)

LAST, look at what it is you just wrote, then Highlight your Topic sentence- Yellow & Orange, your Supporting Detail sentences- pink, blue, & green and finally Underline with black pen Concluding (Clincher) Sentence-. Transitions are to be Circled with red pen & Highlighted Orange. Last but not least, circle and count all sentences8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, Februry 22, 2018




FIRST Chose an idea, such as family, politeness, determination or love, NEXT, state 3 ways that show how this idea can be linked to idea of heroism (Paragraph 1) LAST, Describe 3 examples of this link. (Paragraph 2) FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT PART OF THE INTRODUCTION.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENTLAST, look at what it is you just wrote, then Highlight your all Topic sentences- Yellow & Orange, All Supporting Detail sentences- pink, blue, & green and finally Underline with black pen Concluding (Clincher) Sentence-. All Transitions are to be Circled with red pen & Highlighted Orange. Last but not least, circle and count all sentences8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Friday, Februry 23, 2018

1. TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK - Leave it on your desk. 2. TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right-hand corner – each color is one line: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)

3: Copy the Agenda- ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS


Reflect on what you can do to prepare yourself to be successful when taking the BENCHMARK TESTS. FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT AS PART OF THE INTRODUCTION. HAVE 3 REASONS IN YOUR THESIS STATEMENT.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENTLAST, look at what it is you just wrote, then Highlight your all Topic sentences- Yellow & Orange, All Supporting Detail sentences- pink, blue, & green and finally Underline with black pen Concluding (Clincher) Sentence-. All Transitions are to be Circled with red pen & Highlighted Orange. Last but not least, circle and count all sentences8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Monday 2/26/18 No School



4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: Journal Topic # 25 *** 8A ONLY - MUST WRITE 6-8 SENTENCES FOR EACH PARAGRAPH**** Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) Reflect back on how your WRITING SKILLS have improved by completing this daily journaling activity. (1st paragraph should describe your WRITING SKILLS back in August. 2nd paragraph should be about how you feel those same skills have improved.) FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT AS PART OF THE INTRODUCTION. HAVE 3 REASONS IN YOUR THESIS STATEMENT.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENTLAST, look at what it is you just wrote, then Highlight your all Topic sentences- Yellow & Orange, All Supporting Detail sentences- pink, blue, & green and finally Underline with black pen Concluding(Clincher) Sentence-. All Transitions are to be Circled with red pen & Highlighted Orange. Last but not least, circle and count all sentences.

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS

Wednesday, February 28, 2018



Explain and give 2 examples about HOW to use coherence to help you improve your writing?(1st paragraph should describe your current understanding of what coherence is. 2nd paragraph should be about how you feel that using this skill will or has improved your writing.) FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT AS PART OF THE INTRODUCTION. HAVE 3 REASONS IN YOUR THESIS STATEMENT.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENTLAST, look at what it is you just wrote, then Highlight your all Topic sentences- Yellow & Orange, All Supporting Detail sentences- pink, blue, & green and finally Underline with black

pen Concluding (Clincher) Sentence-. All Transitions are to be Circled with red pen & Highlighted Orange. Last but not least, circle and count all sentences8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, March 1, 2018



Explain and give 2 examples about HOW to use transitions and the TLQC writing strategy to help your writing have better coherence? (1st paragraph should describe your current understanding of what transitions & the TLQC writing strategy are. 2nd paragraph should be about how you feel that using these two skills will improve your writing.) FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)

~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT AS PART OF THE INTRODUCTION. HAVE 3 REASONS IN YOUR THESIS STATEMENT.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT.

~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENTLAST, look at what it is you just wrote, then Highlight your all Topic sentences- Yellow & Orange, All Supporting Detail sentences- pink, blue, & green and finally Underline with black pen Concluding (Clincher) Sentence-. All Transitions are to be Circled with red pen & Highlighted Orange. Last but not least, circle and count all sentences

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Friday, March 2, 2018



According to the SpringBoard Activity 1.16 information you completed for homework last night, explain what the Negation Definition Strategy is and how you are to use it in your writing. (1st paragraph should describe your current understanding of what The Negation Definition strategy is. 2nd paragraph should be about how you feel that using this skill will help you to write your Definition Essay.) FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)

~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT AS PART OF THE INTRODUCTION. HAVE 3 REASONS IN YOUR THESIS STATEMENT.

~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENTLAST, look at what it is you just wrote, then Highlight your all Topic sentences- Yellow & Orange, All Supporting Detail sentences- pink, blue, & green and finally Underline with black pen Concluding (Clincher) Sentence-. All Transitions are to be Circled with red pen & Highlighted Orange. Last but not least, circle and count all sentences

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Mondayday, March 5, 2018 & Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Early Dismissal Day

1. TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK - Leave it on your desk. 2. TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right-hand corner – each color is one line: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)3: Copy the Agenda- ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: NO JOURNAL TOPIC TODAY

USE THIS TIME TO ORGANIZE YOUR ASSIGNMENTS GRADES COLLECTED MONDAY 3-5-18 & TUES 3/6/18: 1. JOURNALS # 16-202. FOCUS PRINTOUTS WEEKS 5 & 6

3.SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.14 pgs. 75-83~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if needed~ FOUR TP-CASTTs graphic organizer for the 4 different texts (3 completed on separate sheets of paper.)COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETs OF PAPER~ Check Your Understanding Expository WRITING PROMPT pg 83~ TP-CASTT graphic organizer for “O CAPTIAN! MY CAPTIAN!”, FREDERICK DOUGLASS POEM, THE NARRATIVE of the LIFE of FREDERICK DOUGLAS, an American Slave4. SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.15 pgs. 84-87~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if neededCOMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER~Act. # 1 - Mulan Paragraph original Transitions inserted ~ Act. # 2 - Mulan Paragraph Transitions & Smoothly Embedded Quotes ~CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING pg.87 – All directions followed 5. Extra Credit- FEBRUARY HW Assignment List signedGRADES COLLECTED MONDAY 3-5-18:

1.JOURNALS # 16-202.FOCUS PRINTOUTS WEEKS 5 & 6

3.SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.14 pgs. 75-83~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if needed~ THREE TP-CASTTs graphic organizer for the 3 different texts (3 completed on separate sheets of paper.)COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETs OF PAPER~ Check Your Understanding Expository WRITING PROMPT pg 83~ TP-CASTT graphic organizer for “O CAPTIAN! MY CAPTIAN!”, FREDERICK DOUGLASS POEM, THE NARRATIVE of the LIFE of FREDERICK DOUGLAS, an American Slave4. SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.15 pgs. 84-87~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if neededCOMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER~Act. # 1 - Mulan Paragraph original Transitions inserted ~ Act. # 2 - Mulan Paragraph Transitions & Smoothly Embedded Quotes~CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING (WRITTEN 3X ) pg.87 – All directions followed5. Extra Credit- FEBRUARY HW Assignment List signed

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Monday, March 12, 2018

1: TAKE OUT ALL HOMEWORK (Leave it /them on your

desk) If the HW was in the SPRINGBOARD TEXTBOOK, TAKE THE BOOK OUT AND OPEN TO THE CORRECT PAGE.

2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME,

ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)

3. Copy the Agenda ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS

4: Copy and Complete the Journal Topic # NONE ( COPY THE INFORMATION BELOW)

SPEND THIS TIME COPYING DOWN YOUR HOMEWORK, AND ORGANIZING YOUR BINDER OR COMPLETING PAST JOURNAL TOPICS.

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, March 13, 2018



Explain and give 2 examples that SUPPORT YOUR ANSWER TO the following question-DO YOU THINK IT IS IMPORTANT TO HAVE RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN PEACEFUL PROTESTS? (1st paragraph should Explain how you feel about having the right to participate in PEACEFUL PROTESTING. 2nd paragraph should be 2 different Examples that SUPPORT YOUR “YES” OR “NO” RESPONSE.FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT AS PART OF THE INTRODUCTION. HAVE 3 REASONS IN YOUR THESIS STATEMENT.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence

(underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENTLAST, look at what it is you just wrote, then Highlight your all Topic sentences- Yellow & Orange, All Supporting Detail sentences- pink, blue, & green and finally Underline with black pen Concluding (Clincher) Sentence-. All Transitions are to be Circled with red pen & Highlighted Orange. Last but not least, circle and count all sentences

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, March 14, 2018 Periods 6 & 7 & Thursday, March 15, 2018 Periods 1-3 (BENCHMARK 3 TESTING)


4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: Journal Topic # 30 *** 8A ONLY - MUST WRITE 6-8 SENTENCES FOR EACH PARAGRAPH**** Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs (paragraph is 5-7 sentences ) Reflect back to yesterday’s peaceful protest assembly reconging the 17 victoms from the February, 14th high school shooting in Flordia. Decribe your feelings about the rise in school shootings around the country. (1st paragraph should Explain how one person can make a difference. 2nd paragraph Next answer this question: How can you make sure your school is safe for everyone?Examples that how you can make sure your school is a safe place to be. FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT AS PART OF THE INTRODUCTION. HAVE 3 REASONS IN YOUR THESIS STATEMENT.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT.




Explain and give 2 examples that answer the following question-

How can one person make a difference? (1st paragraph should Explain how one person can make a difference. 2nd paragraph should be 2 different Examples that describe how one person can make a difference. FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT AS PART OF THE INTRODUCTION. HAVE 3 REASONS IN YOUR THESIS STATEMENT.~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT.

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, March 20, 2018 Early Dismissal Day & Wednesday, March 21, 2018

1. TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK - Leave it on your desk. 2. TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right-hand corner – each color is one line: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)3: Copy the Agenda- ALL THE WAY DOWN THROUGH HOMEWORK ITEMS4. (Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: NO JOURNAL TOPIC TODAY

USE THIS TIME TO ORGANIZE YOUR ASSIGNMENTS GRADES COLLECTED TUES 3/20/18:


3.SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.16 pgs. 88-89~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ALL ANNOTATIONS COMPLETED~ 2nd READ TEXT DEPENDENT QUESTIONCOMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETS OF PAPER~ CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING- EXPOSITORY WRITNG PROMPT pg. 894. SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.17 pgs. 90-95~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ALL ANNOTATIONS COMPLETED~ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if neededACT. # 2 (possibly 2x)ACT. # 6 (possibly 2x)COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETS OF PAPER~CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING pg.92 – All directions followed ~CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING pg.94 – All directions followed ~CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING pg.95 – All directions followed

GRADES COLLECTED TUESDAY 3-20-18 & Wednesday 3-21-18:


3.SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.16 pgs. 88-89~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ALL ANNOTATIONS COMPLETED~ 2nd READ TEXT DEPENDENT QUESTIONCOMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETs OF PAPER~ CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING- EXPOSITORY WRITNG PROMPT pg. 894. SPRINGBOARD ACT. 1.17 pgs. 90-95~ REWRITTEN LEARNING TARGETS~ ALL ANNOTATIONS COMPLETED~ALL ACTIVITIES COMPLETED W/ CORRECTIONS if needed ACT. 7 REVISIONS SHOWING,COMPLETED ON A SEPARATE SHEETS OF PAPERACT. # 2 (REWRITTEN) ACT. # 6 (REWRITTEN)~CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING pg.92 – All directions followed~CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING pg.94 – All directions followed (possibly 2x)~CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING pg.95 – TABEL COMPLETED AS DIRECTED

8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBOARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, March 22, 2018




Benchmark 3 Reflection Think back to your performance on the 3rd ENGLISH Benchmark you completed LAST WEEK. How well do you believe you performed? Why or Why not? Do you believe you were prepared to take the test? Why or Why not? (This assignment will be collected on FRIDAY 3/23/18. BE SURE TO WRITE NEATELY use blue or black ink and SKIP LINES, CIRCLE & COUNT) (1st paragraph should ANSWER QUESTION 1. THE 2nd

paragraph should USE 2 Examples that describe WHETEHR OR NOT YOU FEEL YOU WERE PREPARED TO BE SUCCESSFUL ON THE TEST. FINALLY, WRITE A CONCLUSION. (paragraph 3)~ 1 ST PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH- REMEMBER TO USE BECAUSE IN THE THESIS STATEMENT AS PART OF THE INTRODUCTION. HAVE 3 REASONS IN YOUR THESIS STATEMENT (CIRLCED WITH BLUE HIGHLIGHTER).

~2ND BODY PARAGRAPH FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE PROMPT. ~CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH - Starts with concluding Transition(circled red) , restatement of EACH REASON (1 sentence each) (pink, blue, green), CLINCHER sentence (underlined black)- that ties back into the THESIS STATEMENTLAST, look at what it is you just wrote, then Highlight your all Topic sentences- Yellow & Orange, All Supporting Detail sentences- pink, blue, & green and finally Underline with black pen Concluding (Clincher) Sentence-. All Transitions are to be Circled with red pen & Highlighted Orange. Last but not least, circle and count all sentences.




(Skip 1 line) Copy and Complete: Journal Topic # NONE

COPY ONTO YOUR HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT LIST

SPRING BREAK HOMEWORK (DUE TUESDAY 4/3 /18): 4. COMPLETE PART 1- SB. EM ASSESSMENT Unit 1 Part 2- DEFINITION ESSAY- FINAL DRAFT TYPED . ~ TIMES NEW ROMAN, SIZE 12, DOUBLE SPACED, PRINTED DARK BLUE OR BLACK INKAs well as ALL READY COMPLETED: ~SB. Check Your Understandings- Expository Writing Prompts Activities 1.13 through 1.17~ DEFINITION ESSAY OUTLINE Handout~ DEFINITION ESSAY DRAFTS 1 & 25. COMPLETE PART 2- Family History Project

SEE HANDOUT FOR DIRECTIONS6. FOR THOSE WITH AN ALREADY RETURNED

SIGNED “IN DANGER OF FAILING” LETTER ONLY- COMPLETE MISSING ASSIGNMENTS7. FOCUS PRINTOUT WEEK 10- SIGNED BY PARENT8. ORGANIZE 3-RING BINDE

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