1. School Year 2013-2014

2.  First Grading Period

3.   Autobiographical Writing and Other Forms of Nonfiction  “A Hanging” (G. Orwell)  “Postcards from Somewhere” (F. M. Jimenez) Topics

4.   Strengthening Vocabulary  Greek and Latin Word Parts  Using Context Clues Topics

5.   Literature of the Ancient Greeks  The 12 Olympians  Mythological Allusions Topics

6.   The Greek Myth  The Greek Epic  Iliad (Homer)  The Greek Tragedy  Oedipus Rex (Sophocles) Topics

7.   The Greek Myth  The Greek Epic  Iliad (Homer)  The Greek Tragedy  Oedipus Rex (Sophocles) Topics

8.   July 8: Autobiographical Essay  August 19-23: Olympian Fair Important Dates for the First Grading Period

9.   English notebook  Quiz notebook (regular-sized filler) Requirements

10.   Speak in English at all times.  Submit requirements to the Class Academic Chair on the date set for submission. Unexcused late requirements will not be accepted. Reminders

11.   Read and know the texts to be discussed prior to coming to class. Take down or write notes on the margins as you read. Reminders

12.   Unless otherwise specified, major written requirements will be evaluated using the 6+1 Writing Traits Rubric. Other specifications will be provided as needed. Reminders

13.   Any form of intellectual dishonesty and any violation of the Examination Code will be dealt with in accordance with the provisions of the Student Handbook. Reminders