WEEK 5: "Bronx Masquerade" (p.50-90)

RESOURCES: SyllabusWeekly Snaps 1-3(Aug 7-25)Bronx Masquerade Novel (1-80)


MONDAY

  1. Read pages 60-70
  2. Complete Character Map (Stop at Judianne)
  3. Double-Entry Journals
TUESDAY
  1. Read pages 70-80
  2. Complete Character Map (Stop at Tanisha)
  3. Double-Entry Journals
  4. Character Map: Complete for assigned character.  Due Thursday 31st.  Prepare to present to class.
HW DUE 8/31: Character Map, Vocab List, Read pgs. 70-80.

WEDNESDAY
  1. ***HALF DAY****
THURSDAY
  1. Finish TPCAST for assigned character's poem
  2. Open Mic Friday: Write a poem inspired by the events taking place in Houston.  Read the article and create one of the following types of poem to express the feelings around the topic. 
HW DUE 9/1: Test on pages 50-90 and vocab list, Open Mic Poem on Houston for extra credit on test (5 pts).  If you want to use your notes you need to have your character chart, and TPCAST fully complete.

WEEK 4: Eclipse Week

RESOURCES: SyllabusWeekly Snaps 1-3(Aug 7-25)Bronx Masquerade Novel (1-80)


MONDAY

  1. Read both articles about eclipses:Article Link #1, LINK #2
  2. Writing Prompt: In both articles, it mentions that "there is a long history of people believing eclipses are omens that bad things will follow." Write a short story in the point of view of a South Cobb High School student who is describing what they see before, during, and or after the eclipse.  Be detailed and use imagery and suspense to build interest.
    • Eclipse Video: Watch video on eclipse myths to help you with the creative writing.
HW DUE 8/22: Stamp of Honor

TUESDAY
  1. Read pgs. 10-23 and complete double entry journals for Wes, Tyrone, and Chankara.
  2. Presentations: Stamp of Honor
HW DUE 8/23: Read pgs. 12-40 stopping at Gloria (pg 11 for online book) and complete 5 double entries (1 per new character)

WEDNESDAY
  1. Read pgs. 40-50 and complete double entry journals for Gloria-Janelle.
  2. Complete Character Chart (1-10)
HW DUE 8/25:Character Chart (1-10) and Double Entry Journal for 1st 10 characters.

THURSDAY

  1. Mini-lesson: TPCAST (poetry strategy)
  2. Apply TPCAST to the poem Harlem
  3. Poetry: Use Devon's Poem to write your first poem for Open Mic Fridays.  Replace underlined words with your info.
HW DUE 8/25: Open Mic poem inspired by Devon's poem on page 32. Character Chart (1-10) and Double Entry Journal for 1st 10 characters. 
FRIDAY
  1. Novel Quiz #1 (pgs. 1-50).
  2. Open Mic Friday
    • Watch No More Heroes spoken word and add features of the poem to tool box you could borrow when writing next weeks open mic poem.
    • Present 1st Open Mic poem inspired by Devon's poem on page 32 for extra credit (5 pts on Novel Quiz)
HW DUE 8/28: Notebook Check #3 (see top of page), Read pages 50-70 and add 5 double-entry journals (15 total) for new characters.

WEEK 3: Alternate Ending/Theme


RESOURCES: SyllabusNotebook Check #1,Bronx Masquerade Novel (1-80)

MONDAY

  1. Rubric: Review rubric for 2-minute skit.
  2. Groups: Pitch your idea for an alternate ending (The Necklace) to group and choose one to develop into a 2 minute script. 
  3. Writer's Workshop: Identify the elements of a script (see: Script handout) and complete final draft of script.
HW DUE 8/15: Final Version of Script Due, Presentations on 8/15

TUESDAY

  1. Presentations: Alternate Ending for Necklace
  2. 2-Point Writing: Develop a RACER paragraph explaining which ending you enjoyed most.  Provide evidence of the theme and examples from skit to support answer.


HW DUE 8/16: 2-point writing 

WEDNESDAY

  1. Notes: Novel Unit/Harlem Renaissance 
  2. Research: An important figure in the Harlem Renaissance and complete a Stamp of Honor w/ biographical information. 
HW DUE 8/17: Research one figure from Harlem Renaissance to focus research needed to complete Stamp of Honor (final version) 

THURSDAY
FRIDAY

WEEK 2: Diagnostic Testing


RESOURCES: SyllabusNotebook Check #1 

MONDAY-TUESDAY

  1. Take Mock EOC
  2. Complete Test Analysis Organizer 
HW DUE 8/10: Complete test analysis organizer for the questions you missed on Mock EOC. Due WEDNESDAY 8TH.

WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY
  1. Notes: Characterization (aka: S.T.E.A.L)
  2. Read The Necklace 
    • Annotate text wherever you find indirect characterization (STEAL) and what it reveals about character's personality.
  3. Complete Necklace Discussion Questions (1-20) and vocab list #1

HW DUE 8/11: Alternate Ending Idea (prepare to share Fri), Discussion Questions (1-20), Annotated text (Necklace), Study for Characterization/Necklace Quiz on Friday 11th

FRIDAY
  1. Necklace Quiz
  2. Alternate Ending Project 
    • Pitch ideas for new ending to Necklace
    • Write 2-minute script for alternate ending skit.

HW Due 8/14: Alternate Ending Presentations on Monday 14th.

WEEK 1: Getting to Know You/Course Overview

RESOURCES:

Syllabus, Notebook Check #1

MONDAY:
  1. Body Biography: Students completed an activity on symbolism as an ice breaker activity.
  2. Interview: Students interviewed one student about their body bio in order to present their findings to class on Tues.
HW: NONE

TUESDAY:
  1. Presentations: Students presented their interviewees body bio to the class to better get to know each student in the class.
HW: NONE

WEDNESDAY:
  1. Syllabus Review: Students highlighted information that will appear on syllabus quiz on Thursday.
  2. Socratic Seminar: Students watched Nate Parker's Who am I spoken word and jotted down one line that stood out and a question they would use to lead a conversation on the subject, and poet.
  3.  Personal I am Poem: Students completed an I Am poem using a template to reveal more of their motivations and help the class get to know one another more.
HW: SIGNED SYLLABUS (due Mon) AND STUDY FOR SYLLABUS QUIZ TOMORROW!!!

THURSDAY:
  1. Syllabus Quiz: 8-10 questions covering the  syllabus review from Wednesday.
  2. Unpacking Unit 1: Students used a graphic organizer to chart the verbs and nouns in the standards for Unit 1.
HW: NONE
FRIDAY:
  1. Pre-test: Students will be taking their writing diagnostic to gauge their writing skills before unit 1.
HW: SIGNED SYLLABUS, 2 PARAGRAPHS,  & NOTEBOOK CHECK (DUE: 8/7)

WEEK 19: Finals Week

RESOURCESSyllabus, Course Extension Form

MONDAY 
  1. Finish The Odyssey and the viewing guide.
  2. Review for Final Exam on Tuesday/Wednesday 23rd-24th.
TUESDAY
  1. Final Exams for periods 3 and 4.
WEDNESDAY
  1. Final Exams for periods 1 and 2.
>>>>FINAL EXAM MAKEUPS MAY 30-31 (9AM-12)<<<<<

WEEK 18: May 8-12 ***Romeo & Juliet***


RESOURCES: SyllabusTable of Content, BronxMasqNovelTutor.comThe Necklace, Women's March WebsiteNotebook Check #1 (1/3-1/30)Bronx Masq. Audio Book, notes on characterization, Notebook Check #2, DailySATPracticeTips for SocraticVocab List #5Debate RequirementsDebate StructureRhetorical Devices, R+J Script

MONDAY-WEDNESDAY
  1. Daily Evidence Based Journals on Acts 1-5
  2. Read/Watch Acts 1-5 of Romeo and Juliet
  3. Complete Viewing Guide

THURSDAY-FRIDAY

  1. Daily Evidence Based Journals on Act 4
  2. Complete Romeo and Juliet Final Exam Study Guide
  3. Complete Rough Draft of Social Media Project.  Use the following resources to aid you:
HW: (1.) Vocab List 6 due Friday 12th.  (2.) Completed rough draft of Social Media Project due Friday 12th. (3.) Soc. Media Presentations start Monday 15th.

WEEK 17: MAY 1-5 EOC TESTING WEEK/ROMEO & JULIET

RESOURCES: SyllabusTable of Content, BronxMasqNovelTutor.comThe Necklace, Women's March WebsiteNotebook Check #1 (1/3-1/30)Bronx Masq. Audio Book, notes on characterization, Notebook Check #2, DailySATPracticeTips for SocraticVocab List #5Debate RequirementsDebate StructureRhetorical Devices

MONDAY-WEDNESDAY
  1. >>>>>>>>>>EOC TESTING<<<<<<<<<<<
    • PERIOD 1: SOCIAL STUDIES LAB 
    • PERIOD 2: SOCIAL STUDIES LAB (TESTING W/ MRS. D)/ ROOM 213 (TESTING W/ MR. LEU
THURSDAY
  1. Notes: Elements of Shakespeare's Tragedies.
  2. Paraphrase Prologue of Romeo and Juliet
  3. Watch Act 1 of Romeo and Juliet 
HW: Answer questions 1-10 for the prologue to R+J.  Finish taking notes on Tragedies. 

FRIDAY

  1. Read Act 1 of R+J
  2. Complete Viewing Guide for Act 1 (#1-13)
  3. Watch Act 2 of Netflix version of R+J
HW: Answer #14-23 of viewing guide for R+J



WEEK 16: April 24-28

RESOURCES: SyllabusTable of Content, BronxMasqNovelTutor.comThe Necklace, Women's March WebsiteNotebook Check #1 (1/3-1/30)Bronx Masq. Audio Book, notes on characterization, Notebook Check #2, DailySATPracticeTips for SocraticVocab List #5Debate RequirementsDebate StructureRhetorical Devices

MONDAY
  1. Timed Writing: Practice 7-point narratives using S.T.O.R.Y technique. See student sample 
HW: Choose one of the following writing prompts in the link >>>HERE<<< and complete a 4-point writing (2 paragraphs).

TUESDAY
  1. Timed Writing: Complete a 7-point argument essay using at least 3 sources (see articles below)

HW: Finish 7-point writing from class on whether music should be free.  Use the sample brainstorm and intro as a guide. 

WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY
    Dogs and cats may seem to have similar mouths, but the way they drink water is different. Write an expository essay to compare (tell similarities and differences) between the drinking method of dogs and cats. Use at least three sources in your essay (see articles below)
    FRIDAY
    CLASS AGENDA CLICK >>>HERE<<<

    WEEK 15: April 17-21 ***EOC PREP UNIT***

    RESOURCES: SyllabusTable of Content, BronxMasqNovelTutor.comThe Necklace, Women's March WebsiteNotebook Check #1 (1/3-1/30)Bronx Masq. Audio Book, notes on characterization, Notebook Check #2, DailySATPracticeTips for SocraticVocab List #5Debate RequirementsDebate StructureRhetorical Devices

    MONDAY-FRIDAY 
    1. Error Analysis for questions 30-61 on Mock EOC using USATestPrep.
    2. Complete 2, 4, and 7-point persuasive, informational and narrative writing each day.
    3. Complete EOC Practice #1 and #2 on USATestPrep (Due 4/20)
    HW: Complete practice questions, watch videos, and play games for each skill you did not master w/ 85% or higher from Mock Test (55 total) within the domains (7 total) in order for your score to move to 85% or above (dot will turn green).  All dots need to be green under your login by Friday 21st of this week for a  quiz grade.

    NEWS
    1. ) Here are our class anthology finalists. Congratulate them when you see them. 
    2.) VOTE for SGA >>>HERE<<<if you missed it in Homeroom: 


    WEEK 14: April 10-14

    RESOURCES: SyllabusTable of Content, BronxMasqNovelTutor.comThe Necklace, Women's March WebsiteNotebook Check #1 (1/3-1/30)Bronx Masq. Audio Book, notes on characterization, Notebook Check #2, DailySATPracticeTips for SocraticVocab List #5Debate RequirementsDebate StructureRhetorical Devices

    MONDAY-TUESDAY 
    1. Complete practice EOC test online by going to www.usatestprep.com

      1. Select "Create Account"
      2. Type Account ID: SouthCobb AND Student Activation Code: stu1564
      3. Create new account by making a username (lunch #) AND password (lunch #) 
      4. Login in with new account username and password.
      5. Select "Join Class" and select "Mr. Leuleseged" from dropdown menu
      6. Select "Mock EOC" under assignments and begin taking test and recording answers on answer sheet.
    HWPractice USATestPrep 30 minutes/night until all dots (skills) turn green.

    WEDNESDAY
    1. Watch "Water and Power-A California Heist" and complete a 2-point writing. 
    HW: Practice USATestPrep 30 minutes/night until all dots (skills) turn green.


    THURSDAY
    1. Error Analysis for Mock EOC (1-10)
    2. Mini-lesson on 4-Point Narrative Writing.  Writing Assignment: Describe a typical day in Southern California during this drought using first person point of view.
    HW: Practice USATestPrep 30 minutes/night until all dots (skills) turn green.


    FRIDAY
    1. Error Analysis for Mock EOC (11-20)
    2. 2-Point Informational Writing. Writing Topic: Explain the problem California is having with the drought.  What proposals do the city and mayor make to solve the problems with the drought.  Read the article https://newsela.com/articles/drought-losangeles/id/5626/ and complete 2 paragraphs (4-Point).
    3. Quiz (1-20) on writing domains practiced in class this week
    HW: Practice USATestPrep 30 minutes/night until all dots (skills) turn green.

    WEEK 12: March 27-31

    RESOURCES: SyllabusTable of Content, BronxMasqNovelTutor.comThe Necklace, Women's March WebsiteNotebook Check #1 (1/3-1/30)Bronx Masq. Audio Book, notes on characterization, Notebook Check #2, DailySATPracticeTips for SocraticVocab List #5Debate RequirementsDebate StructureRhetorical Devices

    MONDAY-TUESDAY
    Writer's Workshop:
    1. Finish debates on social issues.
    2. Review Unit 2 Research Paper
      • Thesis Formation
      • Body Paragraph #1: Rebuttal
    HW: Create an introduction paragraph by adding a hook some background info about topic (2 sentences), and add your thesis you already completed in class.

    FormulaHook+Info About Topic+Thesis=Introduction Paragraph
    _______________________________________________________________________________
    WEDNESDAY
    Writer's Workshop:
    1. Teacher Conference: Introduction paragraph and rebuttal paragraph 
    2. Rough Draft: Complete an introduction (H.I.T) and your rebuttal (R/A.C.E.R) paragraph in the lab.  
    3. Research: Continue gathering citations and evidence for body paragraphs.  You need 3 sources (websites) to complete the work cited page typed and ready to turn in Friday 31st.
    HW: 1st THREE paragraphs (intro, body 1, and body 2) due Thursday 30th.
    _______________________________________________________________________________
    THURSDAY
    Writer's Workshop:
    1. Complete rough draft (ALL 5 paragraphs)
    2. Extra Credit: Those writing a satire instead of developing your debate topic need to look at this student example of a satire.  He proposes a solution to the problem of poor school attendance.
    3. Peer-Edit: Have at least ONE student read over your paper for:
    4. Final Draft: Begin typing your essay.  Typed paper with works cited due Friday 31st.
    HW: Rewrite your rough draft in pen and complete Works Cited organizer with a minimum of 3 sources (websites)...ALL DUE FRIDAY 31ST.  ANYONE WITHOUT A COMPLETE ROUGH DRAFT WILL RECEIVE NO HIGHER THAN A 60% ON THE FINAL DRAFT!!!
    _________________________________________________________________________________FRIDAY
    Writer's Workshop:
    1. Publish: Type final version of paper, with a cover page and works cited page (Place websites into citation maker from your works cited organizer)
    HW: Complete practice EOC test online by going to www.usatestprep.com

    1. Select "Create Account"
    2. Type Account ID: SouthCobb AND Student Activation Code: stu1564
    3. Create new account by making a username (lunch #) AND password (lunch #) 
    4. Login in with new account username and password.
    5. Select "Join Class" and select "Mr. Leuleseged" from dropdown menu
    6. It will ask you to "add assignment for class" so make sure to click "yes" 
    7. Take Mock EOC test under assignments.  It will be for a quiz grade and we will use it to prepare for the EOC from April 10-28th.




    WEEK 11: March 20-24

    RESOURCES: SyllabusTable of ContentBronxMasqNovelTutor.comThe NecklaceWomen's March WebsiteNotebook Check #1 (1/3-1/30)Bronx Masq. Audio Book, notes on characterization, Notebook Check #2, DailySATPracticeTips for SocraticVocab List #5 

    MONDAY-TUESDAY
    1. Finish The Great Debaters and complete 1-26 of viewing guide.
    2. Choose a topic to debate.  Start here: Pro vs. Con or Link 2 
    3. Review following items for Debate:

    WEEK 10: March 13-17

    RESOURCES: SyllabusTable of ContentBronxMasqNovelTutor.comThe NecklaceWomen's March WebsiteNotebook Check #1 (1/3-1/30)Bronx Masq. Audio Book, notes on characterization, Notebook Check #2, DailySATPracticeTips for SocraticVocab List #5 

    MONDAY
    1. Documentary:  Finish watching 13th and complete organizer for the writing process
    HW:  Body paragraph due Tuesday 14th.

    TUESDAY
    1. Benchmark Testing:  Complete 21 questions to gather data on individual/class weaknesses in preparation of EOC.
    2. Writer's Workshop:  Edit/Revise body paragraph from 13th.  Edit/Revise focus will be on specific evidence and examples (green) to support the director's claim "13th Amendment did not abolish slavery."
    HW:  Revise/Edit body paragraph for 13th focusing on adding specific citations, and examples from film.

    WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY
    1. Writer's Workshop: Edit/Revise body paragraph for explanation and analysis (red). See student example.
    2. Mini-lesson: Cross Examination (4 Types)
    3. Film: Watch Great Debaters and complete the viewing guide (3 parts)
    HW:  Vocab List 6 (2 words a day) and complete viewing guide for where we left off in film.

    FRIDAY
    1. Mini-Lesson: Rhetorical Devices 
    2. Film: Finish watching Great Debaters and complete the viewing guide (3 parts)
    3. Write two R/ACER paragraphs for short answer questions on viewing guide for film.  See sample R/ACER paragraphs
    HW:  Complete viewing guide (ALL 3 PARTS). Choose one debate topic to add to group list on Monday.

    WEEK 9: March 6-10


    Monday: 
    NEED 10 QUESTIONS TOTAL FROM 4 SOURCES (book, movie, two text)
    1. Read speech and generate 3 questions for our seminar related to the subject matter: Malcolm X Speech on Separation Vs. Segregation.  Who in the movie would agree with Malcolm? See Freedom Writer's Character List
    2. Read the article on School Choice or Access to College for Undocumented and generate questions to help us understand the benefits and problems with school choice.  Why do you believe it is good or bad?
    3. Research discussion questions online for The "Bronx Masquerade" and the movie "Freedom Writer's" to add to your Socratic Seminar questions. Here are some ideas:
      1. Domestic Abuse
      2. Power of Literature and Poetry
      3. Diversity=Good 
      4. Diversity=Bad
      5. School Choice
      6. Fitting in to new surroundings
      7. Self-Hate
      8. Peer Pressure
      9. Challenges of Teaching 
      10. Challenges of Learning
      11. Gangs/Violence/Poverty
      12. Racism
      13. Inner Beauty 
      14. Media's Definition of Beauty
      15. Pursuing Love vs. Career (dream for life)
    Tuesday
    1. Warm-up: 3 questions on Socratic Seminar norms.
    2. HW Check: 10 questions for seminar (see Mon)
    3. Socratic Seminar
    4. Reflection paragraph
    HW: NONE
    Wednesday-Friday
    1. Vocab List #5. Due Thursday 16th.
    2. Mini-lesson: Media Bias (see: S.S.S.L.O.P) and Persuasive Appeals (K.E.L.P)
    3. Apply notes on KELP and SSSLOP to documentary "13th" by placing examples of each persuasive method used by director in appropriate box on organizer.
    4. Review article on prison quotas
    HW: SIGNED PROGRESS REPORT/VOCAB LIST 5(two words a day)

    WEEK 8: February 27-March 3


    Monday-Tuesday
    1. Complete study guide: Unit 1 Study Guide
    2. Edit/Finalize New Character Project Rubric after raising hand and having teacher check it.  See that you have completed the following before printing:
    HW: UNIT 1 EXAM TOMORROW!!!

    Wednesday-Thursday
    1. Notes: Socratic Seminar Norms
    2. Freedom Writers vs Bronx Masquerade. Complete viewing guide.

    Friday
    1. Shadow Mrs. Collins Honors Lit Socratic Seminar.  Jot down norms observed best practices.
    HW: Read speech by Malcolm X explaining the difference between separation and segregation.  Is his position simile to Mrs. G's coworker who deems desegregation a joke?  Form open ended questions around this question: Is segregation or separation better for African Americans than integration? 
    Article: http://ccnmtl.columbia.edu/projects/mmt/mxp/speeches/mxt14.html