8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, January 15, 2016 1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. 2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE) 3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk) 4. Copy the Agenda Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs (paragraph is 6-7 sentences ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format 5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #1
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8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, January 15, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs (paragraph is 6-7 sentences ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #1
Reflect on the 1st Semester: What went well? What have you learned about yourself? How will you improve yourself this semester to be even better?
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, January 19, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs (paragraph is 6-7 sentences ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format. Explain whether you agree or disagree? Why?
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #2
“Don’t let what you can’t do, stop you from doing what you can do.” – John Wooden
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, January 20, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, Date, Red Number)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda, including the Common Core State Standard
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs (a paragraph is 6-7 sentences ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format. Explain whether you agree or disagree? Why?
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #3
“We all can dance when we find music we love.” – Giles Andrea
(HINT: Anyone can dance! Anyone can move their body to a rhythm that makes them feel good. Focus on feeling good and the dance will come naturally. As they say, ‘dance like no one is watching’.)
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, January 21, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #4
Journal Topic Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explaining your answers to the following TWO questions:
Explain how you know when something is funny? What makes you laugh? Describe at least two examples.
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, January 22, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #5
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explaining your answers to the following TWO questions:
What is a scoring guide/rubric and why are they used to grade assignments or performances?
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, January 25, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #6
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explaining your answers to the following TWO questions:
Reflect and describe the types of different things that make you laugh? Describe your own sense of humor.
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, January 26, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #7
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.2: Explain your answers for the following TWO questions:
1. What is serious about comedy?
2. Why are comedians most interested in figuring out what makes people laugh?
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, January 27, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #8
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.2 : Explain your answers for the following TWO questions:
1. Why might children laugh more than adults?
2. Name one secret of comic devices that you have witnessed as being successful.
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, January 28, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #9
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.2 :
Overall what did you learn about the complexity of humor after reading the essay by Marc Tyler Nobelman? Explain at
least 3 examples of what you now understand.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, January 29, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #10
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.2 :
What is Juxtaposition (Academic Vocabulary)
and provide TWO EXAMPLES OF
WHEN TO USE IT. (* Yes, you can look at your textbook page.)8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, February 1, 2016
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write # 11
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.2 : Explain your answers for the following TWO questions:
What is SATIRE (Literary Term) and provide TWO EXAMPLES OF WHEN TO USE IT. (* Yes, you can look at your textbook page.)8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, February 2, 2016 (MINIMUM DAY)
1:TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
2:Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAYS DATE)
3:TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK(Leave it on your desk)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #12
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.3 : Explain your answers for the following question:
Explain the two levels of comedy and provide your own example for each one.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, February 3, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
3: Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #13
Journal topics Directions:
Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.3 :
Describe what you already know about comic strips and political cartoons. * Think about the format, intended audience, descriptions of humor and the intended effect.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, February 4, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
3: Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #14
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.3 : Use your own comic strip and political cartoon you brought to class with you today to answer the following question:
How does an artist create humor using a comic strip and political cartoon, in your opinion? (Think about the images, dialogue, intended audience)
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, February 5, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
3: Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #15
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.3 :
Revisit your Quickwrite # 14 from yesterday 2/4/16. Revise your Quickwrite to include your updated understanding of the Question “How does an artist create humor?” based from the handout you finished for homework.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, February 8, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
3: Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #16
Journal topics Directions:Write 1 paragraph ( 6-7 sentences ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format,
Explain what you know about anecdotes. (Anecdote is a brief, entertaining account of an incident or event.)
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, February 9, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
3: Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #17
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.4 :
Families sometimes share anecdotes about the humorous things family members have done.
Do you or your family have a humorous anecdote that is shared over and over? What is it? Why is it retold?8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, February 10, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.
3: Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
4. Copy the Agenda
5:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #18
Journal topics Directions:Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based
on your reading from Act. 4.4 : Looking back over yesterday’s Quick Write # 17 : Do you or your family have a humorous anecdote that is shared over and over? What is it? Why is it retold?
Answer the following: Who tells the funny anecdote? How has the story changed over time?
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, February 11, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER.Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #19
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences,
and Conclusion Format, Based on your reading from Act. 4.4 :
** Looking back over Quick Writes # 17-18 : Do you or your family have a humorous anecdote that is shared over and over?
What is it? Why is it retold? Who tells the funny anecdote? How has the story changed over time?
Answer the following: Describe the person’s delivery. What is the story’s intended effect on the Audience? (Think and write about: Facial Expressions, Gestures, and Volume of voice, Pacing)
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, February 12, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #20
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences,
and Conclusion Format, Based on your reading from Act. 4.4 :
**Looking back over Quick Writes # 17-19 then answer the following question/statement:
Describe the imagery the speaker uses. List the details that describe the place, or
event. Why does the speaker use these specific details?
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, February 16, 2016 Minimum Day (Monday, February 15, 2016- No School)
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #21
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences,
and Conclusion Format, Based on your reading from Act. 4.4 :
Describe one funny memory related to a road
trip or riding in a car.
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, February 17, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #22
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences,
and Conclusion Format, Based on your reading from Act. 4.4 :
After reading the “Brothers” essay, answer the following 2 questions:
1. What is the Central Idea of the text? 2. What idea about life is the author
trying to convey through humor?8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, February 18, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #23
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences,
and Conclusion Format, Based on your reading from Act. 4.4 :
How do the activities in each Spring Board Lesson help to prepare you
to complete the Embedded Assessment at the end of the Unit?
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, February 17, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #2 4
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences,
and Conclusion Format, Based on your reading from Act. 4.4 :
Think and explain two reasons why humor is important in
everyday life. Then provide an example for each reason.
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, February 19, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #24
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences,
and Conclusion Format, Based on your reading from Act. 4.4 :
Think and explain two reasons why humor is important in
everyday life. Then provide an example for each reason.
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, February 22, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #25
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences,
and Conclusion Format, Based on your reading from Act. 4.5 :
Why might people use comedy to discuss serious or important
topics?
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, February 23, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #26
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format; Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask, the
answer is always no. If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same
place.” –Nora Roberts
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, February 24, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #27
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format; Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
Intelligence plus character is the TRUE GOAL of education. –Martin Luther King Jr.
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, February 25, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #28
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, February 26, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #29
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Motivation is what you use to get you started; HABIT is what
keeps you going.” – Jim Rohn (Entrepreneur/Business Man)
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, March 1, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #30
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Based on your completion of the
activities from Spring Board Act. 4.5 :
How is understanding how to use and participate in a Socratic Seminar a
valuable skill for you, as a student, to have? Provide at least one example of how you can use this skill in your life.
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, March 2, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #31
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Education is NOT preparation for life; Education is LIFE
ITSELF.” – John Dewy 8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, March 3, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #32
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“There’s no elevator to success; you have to take the stairs.” -Author Unknown
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, March 4, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #33
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Dreams do not work; UNLESS YOU DO” – Author Unknown 8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, March 7, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #34
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“When educating the minds of our youth, do not forget to educate their hearts.” –Dalai Lama
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, March 8, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #35
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“There are two educations. One should teach us how to make a living and the other should teach us how to live.” – John Adams
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, March 9, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #36
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Your success is measured by the strength of your desire, the size of your dream; and how you handle disappointment along the way.”
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, March 10, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #37
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Replace an empty mind with an open one.”
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, March 11, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #38
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to
those who are prepared for it today.” – Malcolm X
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, March 14, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #39
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #40
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Your greatest weakness is giving up. The most certain way to success is to try just one more time” – Thomas
Edison
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, March 16, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #41
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Don’t be upset by the results you didn’t get with the work you didn’t
do.” – Unknown
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, March 17, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #42
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Attitude is a little thing that makes a big
difference.” – Winston Churchill
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, March 18, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #43
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“You’ve got what it takes to complete the job, but it will take everything you’ve got.”8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, March 29, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #44
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-7 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format,
First Describe what you did over Spring Break.
Second Evaluate whether you spent your time wisely to complete your academic goals or not.8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, March 30, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #45
Journal topics Directions: Answer the following question Based on your completion of the activities from Spring Board Unit 4 All ACTIVITIES from 4.1-4.7 Write 2 paragraphs
( 6-8 sentences EACH ) using a; Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences,
and Conclusion Format also remember to use & HIGHLIGHT THE ACADEMIC LANGUAGE & VOCABULARY IN YOUR PARAGRAPHS: How might the following quote help you make predictions about the author’s sense of
humor?“Work is a necessary evil to be avoided.” – Mark Twain8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, March 31, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #46
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH ) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Education is a Gift that no one can take away.”- Unknown
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, April 1, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #47
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH ) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Children must be taught HOW to think, not WHAT, to think.”- Margaret Mead
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, April 4, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #48
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH ) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Just believe in yourself. Even if you don’t, PRETEND that you do and at some point YOU WILL.”- Venus Williams
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, April 5, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #49
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH ) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“You learn something new every day if you pay
attention.”- Ray LeBlond
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, April 6, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #50
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH ) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“You have BRAINS in your HEAD.
You have FEET in your SHOES. You can STEER yourself in ANY DIRECTION you CHOOSE.”- Dr. Seuss
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, April 7, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #51
Journal topics Directions: Write 2 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH ) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) Explain how you can use it in your life:
“Successful people never worry about what others
are doing.”- Unknown
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, April 8, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you
(paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3),
PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU KNOW:
“When you KNOW better, you DO better.”- Maya Angelou 8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, April 18, 2016 (Absent) Used Tuesday April, 19, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you
(paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3),
PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU KNOW:
“Excellence is not a skill, it’s an attitude.”- Ralf Marston 8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, April 19, 2016 Used Wednesday April 20, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you
(paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3),
PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “I am not going to tell you it is going to be easy. I’m saying it is going to be WORTH IT.” - Art Williams
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, April 22, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #61
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “We know who we are but not what we may become.”- Shakespeare8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, April 25, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #62
1.Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Wheresoever you go, go with all your heart.”- Confucious
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, April 26, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #63
2.Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”- Dr. Seuss
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, April 27, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #64
3.Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Fall seven times, stand up eight.”- Japanese Proverb
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS
Thursday, April 28, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #65
4.Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Education costs money, but then so does ignorance.”- Claus Moser
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, April 29, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #66
5.Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Learning is not achieved by chance, it must be sought
after with persistence and passion.”- Abigail Adams
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, May 2, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #67
6.Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “He, who opens a school door, closes a prison..”- Victor Hugo
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, May 3, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #68
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of
how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Treat people as if they were already what they ought to be, and you help them become what they are capable of becoming.”- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, May 4, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement; nothing can be done without hope and confidence..”- Helen Keller
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, May 5, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU KNOW:
“If the only tool you have is a hammer, you tend to see every problem as a nail.”- Abraham Maslow
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, May 6, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Aim for success, not perfection.”- Dr. David M. Burns8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, May 9, 2016
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #72
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Never give up your right to be wrong, because then you will lose the ability to learn new things and move forward with your life.” - Dr. David M. Burns
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #73
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW:
“Remember that fear always lurks behind
perfectionism.”- Dr. David M. Burns
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, May 11, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #74
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “What you believe, you can achieve .” -Mary Kay Ash
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, May 13, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “Each man must look to himself to teach him the meaning of life. It is not something discovered. It is something molded.” - Unknown
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, May 16, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #77
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE
YOU KNOW: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed it is the only thing that ever has..”- Margaret Mead
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, May 17, 2016
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #78
LIST 10 THINGS THAT HAVE CHANGED ABOUT YOU SINCE AUGUST 2015.
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, May 18, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #79
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW: “The purpose of Education is to replace an empty mind with an open one.”-Malcolm Forbes
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, May 19, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #80
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU KNOW:
“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says “I’m
possible”.”-Audry Hepburn 8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Friday, May 20, 2016 (Used Monday May 23, 2016)
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #81
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU KNOW:
“I CAN and I WILL”- UNKNOWN
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Monday, May 23, 2016 (Used Tuesday May 24, 2016)
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #82
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format, Explain what the quote means to you (paragraph 1), then (paragraph 2) GIVE a real life example of how you can use it in your life, finally (PARAGRAPH 3), PREDICT how you can use it TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE YOU
KNOW “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”- Winston Churchill8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, May 25, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #83
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format,
Describe your current favorite movie, band/singer/song, and your favorite book, or text you have read. (Be sure to explain why it’s your favorite and give as much detail as possible for each item.)
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, May 26, 2016 (NO SCHOOL FOR FRIDAY MAY, 27, 2016 PUPIL FREE 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 FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4: Copy and Complete the Quick Write #84
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format,
Describe your 3 MOST MEMORABLE MOMENTS FROM THIS SCHOOL YEAR.
(Be sure to explain why it’s your ONE OF YOUR 3 MOST MEMORABLE MOMENTS give as much detail as possible for each item.)8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Tuesday, May 31, 2016 (NO SCHOOL MONDAY, MAY 30, 2016 MEMORIAL 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 FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #85
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format,
Describe your 3 FUNNIEST MOMENTS
FROM THIS SCHOOL YEAR. (Be sure to explain why it’s your ONE OF YOUR 3 FUNNIEST MOMENTS give as much detail as possible for each item.)
8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Wednesday, June 1, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #86
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format,
Consider three people who have made the biggest impact on your life this school year. (Be sure to explain why you chose these three people, who could be family, friends, coaches, or teachers, that you connected with. Give as much detail as possible for each person and situation.)8 th Grade ENGLISH- WHITEBARD DIRECTIONS Thursday, June 2, 2016
1: TAKE OUT YOUR HOMEWORK (Leave it on your desk)
2: TAKE OUT A SHEET OF PAPER. Write your Heading (upper right hand corner FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, ENGLISH 8__, PERIOD, TODAY’S DATE)
3. Copy the Agenda & the CCSS
4:Copy and Complete the Quick Write #87
Journal topics Directions: Write 3 paragraphs ( 6-8 sentences EACH) using a: Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Conclusion Format,
Consider 3 ways you have changed for the better over the course of this school year. (Be sure to explain the changes you have went through from August to now. Perhaps the changes have been physical, mental, emotional, or social.)
