1. Bell Ringer 1. Hold onto the home learning, we’ll collect it after the bell ringer. 2. (10 minutes to complete) Get your computer & go to: http://studentpollsurvey.gallup.com/GNB48BW70 3. Select your preferred language, read the information, and click the ‘begin survey’ button. 4. When you finish/while you wait for a computer you will begin reading Ch. 11 The Outsiders.

2. Housekeeping Home Learning: Entire Current Events Project due next class. Remember to proofread for grammar, spelling, and conventions for 10 easy points!

3. STEP 1: Article Relation to the Selected Character On the Current Events Rubric, for full credit it states: “The articles selected for the project accurately reflect and relate to what the chosen character would be interested in.” For today’s work day, STEP 1 - Double check the 3 articles you choose are the best representation to accurately reflect your chosen character’s interest.

4. STEP 2: Analysis Paragraphs Your analysis should: state the title of the article state its text structure and explain how you know that it is that structure by supporting your analysis with evidence from the text (cite.) Use your graphic organizers to help you write the paragraphs.

5. STEP 3: Character Response Write Ups Your write-up should: state the title of the article give insight into its central idea. include a closing sentence instead of just… Based on the central idea, think about: what reaction, connection, or conclusion your character may draw based on the information presented. How your character would respond. Tap into how they would think and keep your personal opinions out. Length: 1-2 paragraphs per article.

6. Example – Work Period Article #1 Analysis: The article “Recovering from Childhood Neglect” primarily uses a problem-solution text structure. While the text uses several other text structures, problem-solution is seen throughout. One of the first problems is “childhood neglect leads to long term effects” (page 1, paragraph 1.) A proposed solution is to know yourself, know your strengths, and know your weaknesses. (page 1, paragraph 2.) Another solution mentioned was not to blame yourself for the actions of others (page 1, paragraph 3.) One more solution suggested was to find a book to reference and “use the techniques until they feel natural.” (page 2, paragraph 6.) Article #1 Character Write-Up: In “Recovering from Childhood Neglect” the central idea I found was childhood neglect is extremely negative, yet powerful. If you believe in yourself, you can overcome the effects and that will help you gain the experiences in life you are missing. As a child, I felt like I was neglected by my parents. After reading this article, it has given me ways to pick myself up and change myself for the better. I’m glad people like this author are speaking up about childhood neglect. I appreciate the fact that people are trying to make a positive difference and raise awareness about childhood neglect. I’m starting to realize being around the gang has made me the person I am today and this has helped me get through all my experiences through this point. The solutions listed here give me some suggestions to think about turning my life around.

7. Work Period – Current Events Project Work Day #2 STEP 1 - Double check the 3 articles you choose are the best representation to accurately reflect your chosen character’s interest. STEP 2 - Your analysis should: state the title of the article state its text structure and explain how you know that it is that structure by supporting your analysis with evidence from the text (cite.) Use your graphic organizers to help you write the paragraphs. Step 3 - Your write-up should: state the title of the article give insight into its central idea. include a closing sentence instead of just… Based on the central idea, think about: what reaction, connection, or conclusion your character may draw based on the information presented. How your character would respond. Tap into how they would think and keep your personal opinions out. Length: 1-2 paragraphs per article.

8. Packing Up Checklist  #1 - Comp. books returned to bin/computers returned to cart  #2 - All your belongings packed up  #3 - My supplies neatly returned to where you got them  #4 - All trash thrown away & paper recycled  #5 - Desks in neat rows  #6 - Seated silently waiting for Ms. Barker to dismiss you  #7 – (4A only) sit silently during announcements & move desks back/stack chairs on desks after the announcements have finished.

9. Closing Discuss any clarifications needed on project.