October 25, 2011 (9)1. Beginning of Second Nine Weeks!2. Report Cards Friday3. Journal 354. Flowers for Algernon Books5. Flowers for Algernon Tables6. Introduction to FFA Characters7. Begin Reading Play
Journal 35 (9)Describe what you did on your four day weekend.
Then explain what you want to do to improve your grades this nine weeks.
October 25, 2011 (12)1. Beginning of Second Nine Weeks!2. Report Cards Friday3. Journal 354. Introduction to Tragedy (vs. Disaster)5. Hand Out Hamlet Books6. Tragedy (create a tragedy)7. Review Reading Schedule8. Modern Tragedy Research in Computer Lab
(Make Webs)
Journal 35 (12)What is the definition of a tragedy? Describe any tragedies you have read or watched. What made them tragedies?
TragedyA play, novel, or other narrative depicting serious and important events, in which the main character comes to an unhappy end.
Main Character-usually dignified, courageous, and high ranking-downfall is usually caused by a tragic flaw (an error in judgment or a character weakness)-sometimes the fall is beyond his/her control-wins some kind of self-knowledge and wisdom, but also suffers defeat.
October 26, 2011 (9)1. Journal 362. Begin reading Flowers for Algernon.3. PAC Questions and Notes4. Class Discussion5. Guatemalan-US Syphilis Research
Journal 36 (9)Explain what you know about IQ from yesterday.
Explain what you know about Rorschach tests.
How were individuals with special needs treated during the 1950s? Describe how they were cared for and their living conditions.
October 26, 2011 (12)1. WOTD2. Confused Words3. Journal 364. Finish reading Hamlet through Act 2
Scene 1 for Friday’s class! 5. Modern Tragedy Research in
Computer Lab (Make Webs)
Word of the Day
Vivacity (n.)Mr. Bailey’s vivacity is annoying. Where does his energy come from? Does he really need to be in a good mood everyday?
Commonly Misused Words 4
Alternate vs. Alternative
Alternate: Every other one in a series, a needed substitute.Alternative: One of two possibilities. As the flooded road left them no alternative, they took the alternate route. Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 36 (12)Write for 5 minutes about anything (appropriate) that comes to mind. Practice free writing.
October 27, 2011 (9)1. Lab 408: Finish or improve your research from
yesterday. Look for details you think others might miss. (SSR once you get your research approved.)
2. Journal 373. Class discussion about what you discovered. (Graded)4. Within a group, write a speech that offers a
meaningful response to this situation. What should be included?
5. Read the speech to the class, pretending that you are representatives from the United States.
Journal 37 (9)Summarize what you discovered from your research. What are your thoughts or opinions about this situation?
October 27, 2011 (12)1. BEFORE CLASS: Take down your collages and put up
your “Tragedy Webs” in the same way. 2. WOTD3. Confused Words4. Journal 375. Finish reading Hamlet through Act 2 Scene 1 for
tomorrow’s class6. Short Quiz Tomorrow! 7. Create a Character Map to help you understand how
the main characters are connected. 8. Work on review questions.
Word of the Day
Scrupulous (adj.)The scrupulous girl knew exactly what she should do when she discovered that the party was getting out of hand. She left.
Commonly Misused Words 4
Among vs. Between
Among: Use when discussing MORE than TWO things or persons that are involved. “The money was divided among four players.”
Between: Use when discussing more than two, BUT EACH is considered individually. “an agreement between six heirs.”
Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 37 (12)Summarize what you have read so far in Hamlet. What questions do you have?
If you’ve not started reading, explain why. How do you plan on keeping up with your reading during the next three weeks?
October 28, 2011 (9)1. Journal 382. Finish class novel presentations.3. Present group speeches from yesterday.4. Read, discuss, and complete Current Events
activities. 5. SSR
Journal 38 (9)What goals (two or three) do you have for this nine weeks? Explain how you specifically plan to accomplish these goals. Why are these two or three goals so important to you?
October 28, 2011 (12)1. WOTD2. Confused Words3. Journal 384. Hamlet Quiz5. Graded class discussion when Mr.
Bailey gets out of the way. (15-20 Minutes)
6. SSR (15 Minutes)
Word of the Day
Scrupulous (adj.)The scrupulous girl knew exactly what she should do when she discovered that the party was getting out of hand. She left.
Commonly Misused Words 4
Anybody, everybody, nobody, and somebody are ALL one word.
Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 38 (12)Select one of the characters from this week’s reading. Write a ONE PAGE journal entry as if you were that character writing in a diary.
What happened from your perspective? What are you feeling? What are your fears or concerns? What are you thinking about?
Once you have finished the page, put your journal in the basket by the window.
October 31, 2011 (9)1. Journal 392. Finish class novel presentations.3. Begin reading, discussing, and questioning
Flowers for Algernon.4. Make rubric and assign groups for Flowers for
Algernon skits.
Journal 39 (9)Write about a Halloween memory.
October 31, 2011 (12)1. WOTD2. Confused Words3. Journal 39: I will grade them soon. Sorry!4. Watch a short, student-made cartoon clip of
Hamlet Act 1: Scene 15. Rotten and Revenge Thread Discussion6. Small group discussions: Summarize,
Question, Clarify, Record7. SSR
Word of the Day
Stealthy (adj.)The stealthy cat walked slyly and without detection toward the bird feeder in order to jump the cardinal that was enjoying some sunflower seeds.
Commonly Misused Words 5
Can = means “is capable or able” -Don’t confuse it with “may”
Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 39 (12)In the spirit of Halloween, describe one of your biggest fears.
November 1, 2011 (9)1. Journal 402. Finish Skit Rubrics in Small Groups3. Create a Class Rubric4. Assign Readings for Skits5. Work on Vocabulary6. Work on Study Guide
Journal 40 (9)What is intelligence? In what ways are you intelligent? In what ways do we measure intelligence?
November 1, 2011 (12)1. WOTD2. Confused Words3. Journal 404. Each group will share their scene
with the class. 5. Explain the Passages from Act 16. Work on Study Guide
Word of the Day
Gallant (adj.)The player’s gallant effort was appreciated by the fans. They understood she gave her best on the field, even in the face of defeat.
Commonly Misused Words 6
Cause vs. BecauseShe is my friend because I can trust her.
Her trustworthiness caused me to believe her side of the story.
Journal 40 (12)What is intelligence? In what ways are you intelligent?
November 3, 2011 (9)1. Journal 422. Review Essay Assignment3. Discuss Skit Rubric4. Practice and Prepare Skits (Present
Tomorrow)
November 3, 2011 (12)1. Turn in Study Guides2. No Journal3. Get the Video Guide from the front
of the room.4. Watch Act 1 of Hamlet and
complete Video Guide
November 4, 2011 (12)1. Put cell phones in box during quiz.2. Journal: Continue Character Diary3. Quiz4. Literal Timeline
November 7, 2011 (9)1. Journal 432. Read Current Events
A. Sticky Note Responses (PQuARC)B. Complete QuestionsC. Brown-Bag Battle Debate
3. Brainstorm Essay / Outline
PQuARCPredictQuestion: Focus on How? and Why?AnalyzeRespondConnect
Journal 43 (9)How do you get your news? Do you watch the news, read, or listen to it? What sources do you use? What kind of news do you enjoy? How can following the news be helpful and/or hurtful?
If you don’t watch, read, or listen to any news, please explain why you don’t? Why isn’t news important to you? Do your parents follow any news? How do you know what is going on in your world?
November 7, 2011 (12)1. Journal #432. WOTD3. Commonly Misused Words4. 15 Minute-Lecture: Revolution and
Crisis5. Timeline Work
Word of the Day
Clemency (n.)The man on death row hoped that he would receive clemency from the parole board.
Commonly Misused Words 7
Effect vs. AffectEffect (noun): Earning an F was the logical effect of not doing any work.
Affect (verb): The sun did not affect my skin nearly as much as I thought it would.
Journal 43? (12)Some scholars believe that many of Shakespeare’s tragedies can be interpreted through three lenses: Individual Crisis, Familial Crisis, and Societal Crisis. Think about each of these problems.
Describe each of these problems in Hamlet and explain their causes.
November 8, 2011 (9)1. Journal 442. Hand in Yesterday’s Homework3. Brainstorm/Outline Paper (Rough
Draft Due Tuesday4. Discuss Highlights of 22-585. Work on Study Guide and Vocab6. Quiz Friday
Journal 44 (9)Is Charley better off or worse after his surgery? Defend you answer with examples and a strong explanation.
November 8, 2011 (12)1. Journal #442. WOTD3. Commonly Misused Words4. Hamlet Line Analysis Activity5. Complete Timeline
Word of the Day
Conjectures (n.)Conjectures of the future can be dangerous if ignorant minds conceive them.
Commonly Misused Words 8
HoweverRefrain from using however at the beginning of a sentence.
Journal 44 (12)Tell me something that’s going on in your life right now that is interesting.
November 9, 2011 (9)1. Journal 452. Finish reading and discussing Act 13. Complete study guide 4. Work on “Support Your Statement”
Guide5. Quiz Friday
Journal 45 (9)If you could give Charley advice right, what would you tell him that would help him handle some of the difficult circumstances in which he finds himself? Be sure to explain and elaborate how your advice would help him.
November 9, 2011 (12)1. Journal #452. WOTD3. Commonly Misused Words4. Complete Study Guide and/or Finish
Reading Hamlet5. Ask questions before tomorrow’s quiz (CLOSED Book)
Word of the Day
Bibliophile (n.)Mr. Bailey wishes that more of his students were bibliophiles, but there are several in his classes this year.
Commonly Misused Words 9
Less vs. Fewer-Boo, Walmart. “20 Items or Less” is incorrect!Use less for quantity.Use fewer for number.His troubles are less than mine. I am taking fewer classes than she took her freshman year.
Journal 45 (12)Hamlet is extremely intelligent. Discuss several examples within the story of how Hamlet demonstrates that he is smart. Think about his plans, situations he anticipates, and evidence of deep thinking.
November 10, 2011 (9)1. Make sure you have your Flowers
for Algernon book AND study guide.2. Study and Review Vocabulary3. Review Study Guide4. Supporting Claims5. Large Quiz Tomorrow!
November 10, 2011 (12)1. Pep Talk2. Quiz (Closed Book)3. Continue Watching Video (If there is
time)
November 14, 2011 (9)1. Make sure you have your Flowers
for Algernon book.2. Journal 463. Current Events (Reading, Discussing, and
Activities)4. Continue Reading Act 2 in FFA5. Essay Rough Draft (5 Paragraphs) Due
Tomorrow!
Journal 46 (9)Discuss your reaction to the video you watched Friday. How was it similar to the story and/or different? What parts were confusing for you?
November 14, 2011 (12)1. Journal 462. Introduce Hamlet Skit and
Discussion Project3. Form Groups and Develop Proposal
Word of the Day
Implacable (adj.)The implacable student could not be distracted. She was focused on becoming her best and let nothing change her mind.
Writing Quotes
“Fortunately, the act of composition, or creation, disciplines the mind; writing is one way to go about thinking, and the practice and habit of writing not only drain the mind but supply it, too.”
Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 46 (12)Hamlet is considered a man of inaction. Why do you think he waits so long to act? There are some specific reasons. Discuss those and evaluate whether you thought they were legitimate reasons for waiting.
How would you evaluate your disposition toward action? Are you one who acts or procrastinates? Why?
November 15, 2011 (12)1. Journal 472. Work on/Plan Hamlet Skits (Graded)3. Change in the Schedule (Skits on
Thursday. Work on Study Guide Tomorrow)
November 15, 2011 (12)20 PointsI will check each group throughout the period. Each time you are found not working, you will lose five points.
What can we do? -Practice rereading the text.-Plan and organize stage movements and transitions. -Rehearse your scene. -Build props. -Work on timing.What is prohibited? -Anything NOT pertaining to your skits. (cell phones, other homework, etc.)
Word of the Day
Prowess (n.)The wrestler demonstrated his prowess by pinning his opponent within thirty seconds.
Writing Quotes
“The use of language begins with imitation...Never imitate consciously, but do not worry about being an imitator; take pains instead to admire what is good.”
Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 47 (12)For five minutes make a bullet list of everyone and everything for which you are thankful.
November 16, 2011 (9)1. Bring Flowers for Algernon, Study
Guide, and SSR Book2. Journal 483. Finish reading FFA4. Complete Act 2 Study Guide and Vocab5. Peer Editing (Rough Drafts)6. Conferences with Mr. Bailey7. SSR
Journal 48 (9)On page 83, Charley says that the knowledge and understanding that he has gained over the last few months has enabled him to experience beauty, love, and truth. In fact, he goes on to explain that his learning is joy.
Pretend you are writing in your own “journal.” How would you describe what you have learned in your life? How important is your education to you? How can joy and beauty be experienced through learning?
November 16, 2011 (12)1. Journal 482. Please LABEL PAPERS!3. Work on Study Guide (Due Friday)4. Work on Skits (Present Tomorrow)5. Make up quizzes.
Word of the Day
Arbitrate (v.)The mom attempted to arbitrate the argument between the two sisters, but she did not succeed.
Writing Quotes
“If you are deeply troubled and are composing a letter appealing for mercy or love, you had best not attempt to organize your emotions. But…Columbus didn’t just sail, he sailed west...”
Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 48 (12)What is Hamlet’s deepest tragic flaw? Support your answer with examples from the text.
November 17, 2011 (9)1. Bring Flowers for Algernon, Study
Guide, and SSR Book2. Complete Act 2 Study Guide and Vocab3. Peer Editing (Rough Drafts)4. Conferences with Mr. Bailey5. Watch FFA Video and Continue
Compare/Contrast6. SSR
Journal 49 (9)Now that you know what happens to Charlie, do you think the operation and the few months he had to enjoy the benefits were worth experiencing? Support your answer.
November 17, 2011 (12)1. Discuss “Questions”2. 5 Minutes to Prep for Skits3. Begin Skits
November 18, 2011 (9)1. Journal 502. Finish watching FFA video3. Write a 12-16 sentence compare/contrast
paragraph 4. Extended SSR with 10 PQuARC notes.
(Predict, Question, Analyze, Respond, and Connect)
5. Don’t forget about your paper that’s due Tuesday!
Journal 50 (9)Imagine you are Alice at the end of the story. Write a half page diary entry explaining what you are feeling and thinking. You will write in the first-person as if you are actually Alice.
November 18, 2011 (12)1. Journal 492. Finish Skits and Discussion3. Finish Video4. Answer Questions5. Review Study Guides and/or
Quizzes
Writing Quotes
“Write with nouns and verbs, not with adjectives and adverbs.”
Of course, adjectives and adverbs are important, but they cannot substitute powerful, direct, specific nouns and verbs.
Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Word of the Day
Discourse (n.)The students’ intelligent and lively discourse pleased the professor. He enjoyed listening to young adults share brilliant ideas.
Journal 49 (12)Write one sentence that states an important theme from Hamlet. Then continue to explain how that theme is developed, through examples from the text, over the course of the story.
November 28, 2011 (9)1. Journal 512. Finish Skits and Discussion3. Finish Video4. Answer Questions5. Review Study Guides and/or
Quizzes
November 28, 2011 (9)1. Journal 512. Introduction to the Odyssey Unit3. Hero Baseball Cards (No athletes or
popular entertainers)4. Research magazines or newspapers to
find out what our society values.5. Brief discussion about today’s
discoveries.
Journal 51 (9)Describe one of our culture’s living heroes. The hero cannot be an athlete or popular entertainer. What has this person done? What character traits make this individual heroic?
November 28, 2011 (12)1. Journal 502. Finish Any Leftover Skits3. New Unit Questions
A. What guides or influences an individual’s actions? B. What’s the difference between a prank and a crime?
4. Read “A New Vandal Hits US Streets” and Discuss5. Handout Novels6. Prereading Activity7. Begin reading and discussing the novel together. 8. Read at least two chapters for tomorrow.
Word of the Day
Ignominy (n.)The ignominy of the Colts’ winless season might lead to players and coaches losing their jobs.
Writing Quotes
Revising is not a recommended part of writing; it is essential for any effort at successful writing. Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 50 (12)Write about a time when a plan went wrong. What was the original plan? Why did it go wrong? What did you do about it? How did the situation turn out?
November 29, 2011 (9)1. Journal 522. Introduction to the Odyssey3. Mythology Scavenger Hunt4. We will complete the magazines/
newspaper research activity tomorrow to find out what our society values. Students who are finished may work on SSR.
Journal 52 (9)What makes someone a hero?
November 29, 2011 (12)1. Journal 512. Foreshadowing, allusions,
flashback, and planting.3. Brief discussion about chapters 1-24. Short Response Activity5. Read at least two chapters for
tomorrow.
Journal 51 (12)How does Susan’s assignment on page 14 mirror her life?
If you didn’t read, write about weaknesses that cause young adults to make destructive decisions. Why would someone do something that hurts his/her future or health?
November 30, 2011 (9)1. Journal 532. Finish Introduction Study Guide3. Review Study Guide and gods
activity. (Keep for study notes!)4. Work on newspaper/newsmagazine
research activity. 5. SSR if you finish both activities.
Journal 53 (9)Describe a journey that you have gone on. This can be any type of trip. Where did you go? What did you do? Did you encounter any challenges or problems? What did you learn from the journey?
November 30, 2011 (12)1. Journal 522. “Threads” Activity: What are some main
ideas in the story that you believe will be developed in the coming chapters. Think about similarities to Hamlet as well.
3. Clarify any confusion in chapters 1-44. Work on Study Guide5. Work on “If It Feels Right…” Response6. Read at least two chapters for tomorrow.
Journal 52 (12)Explain examples of dramatic irony in the first four chapters of the novel.
December 5, 2011 (9)1. Journal 542. Review Adapted Reader3. Watch the Cyclops Video4. Current Events
Journal 54 (9)In the episode of the Cyclops, how does Odysseus demonstrate that he is a hero? Provide five examples. Look at the text closely! What does he do, plan, say, etc.
December 5, 2011 (12)1. Journal 542. Sit in front four rows, please. 3. Eat C Lunch4. Quiz 5. Read through 13 for tomorrow. 6. Bring three questions and three thoughtful
comments for tomorrow’s class discussion. 7. SSR and/or Characterization Activity (If
there is time after quiz)
Journal 54 (12)What do we learn about Mark in chapter 10?
December 6, 2011 (9)1. Journal 552. You need your textbooks! (770)3. Read and discuss “The Enchantress
Circe” (773) and “The Land of the Dead” (775)
4. Watch the corresponding videos.
Journal 55 (9)Read 771 quietly on your own. Then answer the following questions: 1. What is the main idea of the article? 2. Provide three examples of times when the
custom was violated. Who violated the custom?
3. What are two traits that reveal the Cyclops is a monster?
December 6, 2011 (12)1. Journal 552. Discuss the Journal3. Group Activity with Brief
Presentation Today: Character Vulnerability and Manipulation. (Susan, David, Jeff, and Betsy)
4. Create a study guide for chapters 13-14. (10 questions per chapter)
Word of the Day
Compulsory (adj.)All students in today’s schools participate in compulsory testing, whether they want to or not.
Writing Quotes
Don’t overstate in your writing. If everything is the best or worst to you, the audience will lose faith in what you have to say. Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 55 (12)Describe the connections you can make between Hamlet and Killing Mr. Griffin. Think about characters, events, symbols, themes, etc. Come up with four connections.
December 7, 2011 (9)1. Journal 562. You need your textbooks! (770)3. Read and discuss “The Land of the
Dead” (775) and “The Sirens, Scylla, and Charybdis” (778)
4. Be ready to paraphrase sections of the story.
5. Watch the corresponding videos.
Journal 56 (9)Read the poem on page 772 and answer the following questions and activities.1. What does Giovanni compare to the Cyclops?2. Why is this metaphor appropriate? Think about how the
Cyclops and ____________ are similar.3. Ulysses is the Roman name of Odysseus. What does the
second line imply if the Cyclops does not meet Odysseus? 4. How does the use of ellipsis—“…”— throughout the
poem affect the pace?5. Give two examples of personification from the poem.6. What does the poet believe will happen in the morning?
December 7, 2011 (12)1. Journal 562. Pick 20 of the best questions from
your group and answer them together on one paper. You must have questions from each person and from each chapter. Turn in today.
3. Work on Study Guide: Finish through 17 for tomorrow.
Word of the Day
Perennial (adj.)When we read a novel each year, the students inevitably ask the perennial question: why do we need to read books?
Writing QuotesAvoid using qualifiers: rather, very, little, pretty.
“We should all try to do a little better.”Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 56 (12)Is Mr. Griffin David’s father? In paragraph form, provide textual evidence for both sides (there are several examples). In the final sentence, state your opinion.
December 8, 2011 (9)1. Journal 572. Get your textbooks!3. Finish watching Scylla and
Charybdis. 4. “The Cattle of the Sun God” (784)5. 787: 1-7 in small group6. Study for Monday’s quiz
Journal 57 (9)Which god do your believe made the biggest impact on Odysseus? Name the god, describe the god, then explain how he/she affected him. Be specific.
December 8, 2011 (12)1. Journal 572. Print Nextrans essay if you want to
submit it. I will mail it for you. 3. Work on ACT review4. HOMEWORK: Finish the last study
guide tomorrow. You should also completely read the book by tomorrow as well.
Word of the Day
Virtuous (adj.)The virtuous neighbors helped the couple who struggled with disabilities by shoveling their driveway in the cold.
Writing QuotesWrite clearly and support your ideas, but don’t convey an arrogant attitude.Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 57 (12)Now that we are nearly halfway through your senior year, what does your future look like? What are you hoping to be doing academically or professionally one year from now?
Are you on track to accomplish your goals? What help do you need?
December 9, 2011 (9)1. Journal 582. Get your textbooks!3. Finish Reviewing Questions4. Study for the Quiz
A. Gods, goddesses, and charactersB. Practice the timeline (see the board)C. Practice paraphrasing a passage (see lotus eaters)D. Odysseus’s strengths and flawsE. Views of womenF. Cultural norms: hospitality, respect for gods, honor,
obedience, faithfulness, suitors, etc. 5. Current Events
Journal 58 (9)Describe which character or episode of the Odyssey is most interesting to you. Explain your selection.
December 8, 2011 (12)1. Journal 582. Turn in NEXTRANS essay by the end of the day. I will mail
them immediately after school. 3. Turn in last study guide. Ask questions if you still have
some. 4. Psychopath Analysis Web or Chart
A. Read the ArticleB. Highlight 9 lines or quotes that relate to Mark. Briefly explain the connection with the story. C. Write the six traits of the psychopath on the last
page and explain the connection with the story.
Word of the Day
Diabolic (adj.)Mark is a diabolic character who is capable of destructive, evil behavior.
Writing QuotesUse orthodox spelling. Don’t try to be original with your spelling.
Nite, thru, pleez, etc. Taken from The Elements of Style by Strunk and White
Journal 58 (12)Make a list of at least TEN examples of “Appearance vs. Reality” in the novel. Be sure to briefly explain each example.
