Homework September 12-16, 2016 Week at a Glance Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Do Now Vocab Group 2 Do Now: Study Knowsy #1 Knowsy #2 Summer Reading Due Review for Test Test What is a hero? Hero’s Journey Notes SAR Notes Explanation Knowsys Quiz 2 SAR Continued Exit Ticket: HOTS Monday: Study for Test Tuesday: What is a Hero Study for group 1 quiz Group 2 quiz Homework

September 12, 2016 Monday I can…participate in rotation stations in order to review for a test. DO NOW: Knowsys Group 2 Words. Rotation Stations EXIT TICKET: HOTS HOTS: What are some helpful way you use to review for a test?

Rotations Stations You will be split up into four groups Listen for your group number and what station you will start at. Once rotations start, we will rotate in order. Ex: If you start at station 4, then you will move to station 1. Make sure the group leader reads the instructions at each station so everyone can hear. Follow expectations for group work while doing stations. If your group finishes early, quiz each other over what you learned.

Station 1: Elevator with Ms. Kirkpatrick Who do you think the woman in the story is—what do you think is the reason for her behavior? Why do you think Sleator chose to end the story the way he did? How does Sleator create a mood and atmosphere of tension and suspense in the story? Consider these elements of the story and how they contribute to the mood and atmosphere: What point of view is it told from? What is the setting of the story, and why is it spooky? How is the story plotted?

Station 1: Elevator with Ms. Kirkpatrick What is Martin like, and what is his relationship with his father like? What is the narration like? Consider Sleator’s use of language, his imagery and descriptions. What is the appearance of the woman like, and how does she behave in the story? What elements of mystery are there in the story?

Station 2: Shame with Ms. Manis 1. Where did the narrator learn shame? 2. What did the narrator do for Helene Tucker? How important was she in his life?   3. According to the narrator, why could he not do well in school? What did his teacher think? 4. What event at school caused shame to control the narrator’s life for a long time? Summarize what happened. 5. What did the author dislike about the Worthy Boys Annual Christmas Dinner?

Station 2: Shame with Ms. Manis 1. The narration begins in paragraph 3, following two paragraphs of commentary about Helene Tucker, a girl on whom the narrator had a crush. What is the purpose of the preliminary paragraphs?   2. What dominant impression is always in the background of the narration? Why? 3. Beginning with paragraph 9, the narrator adds conversation to the narration. What is the effect of this technique? 4. What is the main theme (lesson about life) revealed in this story? Is it implied or stated? 5. In paragraph 5, what is the purpose of repeating the word “pregnant?” What does the author mean?

Station 2: Shame with Ms. Manis 1. Do you agree with the narrator’s comment that “everybody’s got a Helene Tucker?” What does Helene Tucker symbolize? Give an example of a Helene Tucker from your own experience. 2. The teacher thought the narrator was a troublemaker? Was he really, or was there another reason for drawing attention to himself? 3. Why did the teacher humiliate the narrator when he announced that his father would donate fifteen dollars? Do you think the teacher should have handled the situation differently? If so, how should she have reacted?

Station 3: Annotations This is your story, you may write on it! Make sure everyone gets a copy of the story. Put your heading in the top right hand corner. This is your story, you may write on it! Read the story silently first Work together as a group to determine what you need to annotate and what annotation mark you should use. You may use your ISN. Take this paper with you when you move onto the next station

Station 4: Plot Pick on person to read the book at your station, read it out loud. Once you finish reading, work with your table to identify the stages of plot; exposition, rising action, climax, falling action and the resolution. Use the manila sheet of paper at the table. One sheet per group.

September 13, 2016 Tuesday I can…answer comprehension questions. DO NOW: Study for Test Test EXIT TICKET: HOTS HOTS: What were some questions you thought you would see on the test, but didn’t?

HW: SUMMER READING DUE FRIDAY September 14, 2016 Wednesday I can…learn the different stages of a Hero’s Journey. DO NOW: Knowsys #1 A. avid F. ornate B. azure G. resilient C. clad H. flagrant D. combustible I. indulgent E.forbearance J. despicable ____ 1. clothed or covered ____ 2. the blue color of a cloudless sky ____ 3. capable of catching fire or burning ____ 4. deserving contempt or scorn ____ 5. able to recover quickly from misfortune or to return to the original state EXIT TICKET: HOTS HOTS: What careers might use a Hero’s Journey and for what purpose? HW: SUMMER READING DUE FRIDAY

September 15, 2016 Thursday I can…learn how to explain how my text evidence supports my answer. Do Now: Knowsys #2 Avid azure clad forbearance indulge ineffectual Intricate ornate overt precarious resilient tremulous Legend tells of a beautiful jewel, unlike any other. It is coveted for its strikingly (1) ____________________ color and its rumored healing qualities. Tales of the jewel claim that whoever looks at it feels as though he is drifting off into a cloudless sky and that he is instantly well and at peace. The famous jewel is said to be in the possession of Duke William Von Herring, who, when he found it, had the jewel set in a(n) (2) ____________________ ring whose band is covered in elaborate engravings. The ring is rare and priceless; therefore, the Duke keeps it highly protected. Stealthy Sue, the notorious cat burglar, was (3) ____________________ to steal the ring. She had made two previous attempts to steal it, but both of them had proved highly (4) ____________________. Others, like Stealthy Sue’s archenemy Clandestine Clyde, had attempted to steal the ring and, like Sue, had failed. Stealthy Sue was (5) ____________________, however, and did not let her failed attempts discourage her from her plans to gain possession of the ring and its precious blue jewel.

EXPLAIN Expanding your answer is a SIMPLE and DIRECT ONE sentence conclusion to your answer. DO NOT introduce any new information in your conclusion statement. DO NOT make your explanation more than one sentence! Keep it simple! Stay on the main topic!

EXPLANATION EXAMPLE A: Jackie Robinson demonstrated the trait of perseverance by not fighting back or quitting the team when faced with racism and discrimination. C: “At every game he had to put up with abuse from the stands. But something inside him would not let him give up.” E: By not giving up, Jackie Robinson was able to break color barriers and become the first African-American to play in baseball's major leagues.

Now Put It All Together Write your answer in paragraph form: Jackie Robinson demonstrated the trait of perseverance by not fighting back or quitting the team when faced with racism and discrimination. “At every game he had to put up with abuse from the stands; but something inside him would not let him give up.” By not giving up, Jackie Robinson was able to break color barriers and become the first African-American to play in baseball's major leagues.

I can…identify the parts of ACE in a short answer response sample. September 16, 2016 Friday I can…identify the parts of ACE in a short answer response sample. DO NOW: Study for your quiz. Continue SAR notes from Thursday (Pre-Ap) Continue Hero’s Journey Notes from Wednesday (OL) HOTS: What movies can you think of that follow each stage of a Hero’s Journey? HW: SUMMER READING DUE

SAR Work Samples

SAR Workshop Make sure your SAR from Thursday is complete. Switch notebooks, clockwise. Read the SAR and provide constructive feedback on how well the person responded, using the ACE strategy and answering the prompt (3-4 sentences). Look at the rating sheet and how well the person responded using the ACE strategy, then provide them with the appropriate rating.

SAR Scoring Rubric Scoring Process Advanced= 4 points Proficient=3 Nearing Proficient= 2 points Beginning steps= 1 point Answer (1 point) I did what the question asked me to do I answered “all” parts of the question My answer is correct and or makes sense Cite (2 points) I used detail/details from the story to support my answer I used the correct number of details All of my details came from the passage End (1 point) I wrote a well written, “ending “ sentence that sums up my thoughts. No Score My answer does not make sense I did not make an attempt at all My answer was difficult to follow or understand.

DEAR Expectations: Bring something to read- book or magazine Read silently for 30 minutes- no trading No sleeping, working on homework, or working on your binder. No talking of any kind Cell Phones etc: MUST FOLLOW TMS EXPECTATIONS! Must read a book on your phone. No surfing, shopping, texting, or using social media.