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Daily Agendas
(the most recent agenda will always be at the top of this page):
Welcome to the 2018-2019 School Year at Johnson Center's EPIC Program!
10/24/18: Happy Wednesday!
Word of the Day:
Disheveled: In disarray; extremely disorderly
Example: The house was disheveled.
Read
Worksheets
Movie
Closing: Have a good day!
10/23/18: Hi
Dissect (p.10): To methodically cut up something in order to study its internal parts
Example: In science class, we dissected a frog in order to study how its digestive system works.
Classwork
Read
Movie
Closing: Have a great day!
10/22/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
Fester: To generate pus
Example: What happens to a dream deferred? Does it fester like a sore?
Worksheets
Read
Closing: Have a great day!
10/19/18: Hi
Word of the Day:
Accommodate: To make room for
Example: The house accommodates up to six people.
The American Dream Worksheet
Act 1 Scene one worksheet
Glossary of terms for a play
Character list
Closing: Have a great weekend!
10/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Allusion
https://literarydevices.net/allusion/
Hand back quizzes/ share poems
Introduction to A Raisin in the Sun.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
10/17/18: Welcome to class!
Words of the Day (Chapter 2):
1. Roguishly- in a mischievous , playful way.
Example: She winked roguishly at me after she ate my candy bar.
2. Incredulous- not ready to believe; doubting.
He listened with an incredulous expression on his face when he was told that his job was being terminated.
One presentation- 5 minutes (Jonah)
Where I'm From poems- 15 -20 minutes (writing workshop and sharing session)
Introduction to A Raisin in the Sun - the rest of class
Closing. Have a wonderful day!
10/16/18: Good Morning!
Study for your quiz! (fifteen minutes) Please use this link if you are using Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/327824191/words-of-the-day-review-periods-2-3-and-6-flash-cards/
Take quiz/ Good Luck!
1. Introduction to Where I'm From Poetry
2. Please review and discuss the following site and listen to George Ella Lyon's poem:
http://www.georgeellalyon.com/where.html
3. Writing Activity & Materials/Where I'm From...
Please feel free to create your own version of the following templates. Over the years, many students either start with the templates and then move into their own direction or stay with the template. It depends on YOU. The templates are available to help you get started if you want to use them. Good luck! :)
"Where I'm From" Template And Samples:
First step: Please explore the following sites in preparation for writing your own Where I’m From poem:
1) http://www.ci.maryville.tn.us/mhs/family_history/family_history_004.htm
2) Under construction
3) http://www.carts.org/staff_poem2.html
4) http://www.mrcoia.com/school/pdf/9/where_im_from.pdf (includes helpful tips!)
5) http://www.swva.net/fred1st/wif.htm (includes template!)
6) http://www.ehow.com/how_4615832_write-im-poem.html
7) http://www.facinghistory.org/resources/strategies/%E2%80%9Cwhere-
i%E2%80%99m-from%E2%80%9D-poems
http://www.scholastic.com/content/collateral_resources/pdf/t/Target_I_am_from%20poem.pdf
http://www.georgeellalyon.com/where.html
Closing/ Have a wonderful day! :)
10/15/18: Welcome to Class!
Quizlet in place of Word of the Day today: https://quizlet.com/327824191/words-of-the-day-review-periods-2-3-and-6-flash-cards/
Your quiz is tomorrow!
Poetry presentations!
Closing. Have a great day! :)
10/12/18: Good Morning and TGIF! Your quiz has been moved to Tuesday.
Word of the Day:
Aberrant- being different from the usual or natural type; abnormal
Example: Some people might consider Charles Bukowski's behavior both abhorrent and illegal! ;)
Continue with Poetry Project Workshops! Finish your projects and save them on a thumb drive, please! Ask Miss Cabrera for help. Final projects presentations are due on Monday. Drew, you can work on Current Events and Creative Writing today since you are done.
If you have not done the project or have not started the project, it's too late to start now. You will be working on Independent Reading (with a written response) and Current Events. Please use one of Miss Carroll's magazines/ newspapers or Teen Ink. Complete as many as possible.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful weekend! :)
10/11/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
Impish: Incline in doing naughty things
Example: He had an impish look about him.
Agenda:
Practice your presentations (briefly)
Presentations
Closing: Have a great day!
10/10/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
Dote: Shower with love, show excessive affection for
Example: The girl's grandmother loves to dote on her granddaughter and sends her many gifts
Poetry Project Continued
Quiz on Friday!
Closing. Have a wonderful day! :)
10/9: Good Morning! Wonderful job yesterday working on your projects! You know who you are :) Thank you!
Word of the Day:
Uncanny- being beyond what is normal or expected; suggesting superhuman or supernatural powers.
Usage: Our waiter had an uncanny resemblance to the creepy villain in the film we had just seen.
Continue working on your projects. Presentations are tomorrow. Do not forget to practice! Practice really does make perfect ;)
Wishing you a marvelous day :)
10/9/18: Welcome Back!
Word of the Day:
Ambivalent- having or showing very different feelings (such as love and hate) about someone or something at the same time.
EXAMPLES (select one):
He felt ambivalent about his job. [=he both liked and disliked his job]
He has an ambivalent relationship with his family.
The senator is ambivalent about running for president. [=the senator has not decided whether or not to run for president]
Continue with your research projects. Your presentations are this Thursday. Please see your requirements on the project sheet I gave you.
You have a vocabulary quiz on Friday! This will include questions about the presentations also.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
10/3/18: Welcome to Class
Word of the Day:
Emulate: 1. to imitate in an effort to equal or surpass. 2. to rival with some degree of success.
Synonyms: imitate, copy
10/5/18: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day:
Innocuous adj.
Definition: 1. not harmful or injurious; harmless. 2. not likely to irritate or offend; inoffensive.
Example: an innocuous home remedy; an innocuous remark.
Current events: http://www.studentnewsdaily.com/
Continue with Poetry Unit
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day
10/1 & 10/2: Good Morning and Welcome to October!
Word of the Day (Tuesday): Atone: make amends or reparation
Example: He was being helpful, to atone for his past mistakes.
Word of the Day (Monday): Ampersand (Am-per-sand): the symbol "&"; represents the word "and."
Example: For the corporate logo she was designing, the graphic artist decided to use an ampersand instead of the bulkier word "and."
Continue with Poetry Unit- This is Just to Say Activities (Monday). Then, next poet and poem.
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day :)
9/28: Welcome!
Word of the day!
· Form: the physical structure of the poem: the length of the lines, their rhythms, their rhyme scheme, and repetition
· Sample Sentence: The poem “Caged Bird” has a very rhythmic form; as you read the poem it sounds as if it could be a song.
Continue with Poetry Unit!
Closing. Have a fantastic weekend! :)
9/27: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
Integrity n.
Definition: 1. uncompromising adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
Example: to preserve the integrity of the empire.
Synonyms: honor, completeness
Continue with Poetry Unit
Independent Reading OR Creative Writing
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day!
9/26: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day-
Tactful: having or manifesting tact, consideration
Synonyms: discreet, understanding
Trying to remain tactful when you disagree with someone is a strength and shows respect.
Continue with Poetry Unit. Today: Meet Nikki Giovanni!
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic day! :)
9/25/18: Good Morning!
Please study for your quiz! (15-20 minutes max!). You
may use the Quizlets I made for you.
After the quiz, please read independently (quietly) for
15-20 minutes and the write a response on your
reading log.
You may also work on make-up work or continue your
research from last week.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
9/24: Welcome to Class!
Review Day (Literary Terms, Latin Word Parts) / Quiz Tomorrow
Latin Word Parts:
https://quizlet.com/318551096/mrs-benedettos-latin-word-parts-review-flash-cards/
Literary Terms (this is the Quizlet we have been using):
https://quizlet.com/213006639/mrs-benedettos-literary-terms-review-2018-flash-cards/
Closing. wishing you a positive and productive day!
9/19 through 9/21 (TGIF!): Welcome!
Word of the Day/ Latin Word Parts. Please see your lists and pick up where you left off.
******* Vocabulary Quiz Next Tuesday!
Poetry Unit Continued
Quizlet/ Literary Terms:
https://quizlet.com/213006639/mrs-benedettos-literary-terms-review-2018-flash-cards/
Closing. Have a fantastic day! :)
9/17 & 9/18 Good Morning!
Word of the Day/ Latin Word Parts. Please see your lists and pick up where you left off.
Monday: STAR TESTING (please watch and listen)
Poetry Unit Continued
Reminders:
Please make sure that I have your letters, surveys (2), and that I have seen your quiz score from Quizlet.
If you have not selected a book from our book shelves or brought in a book, please select one today. Independent Reading is a MAJOR requirement for this class.
Learning Stations: Independent Reading (with reading log) or Creative Writing (1.5 pages)
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day!
9/12 to 9/14: Good Morning!
Word of the Day/ Latin Word Parts. Please see your lists and pick up where you left off.
Poetry Unit
Please make sure that I have your letters, surveys (2), and that I have seen your quiz score from Quizlet.
If you have not selected a book from our book shelves or brought in a book, please select one today. Independent Reading is a MAJOR requirement for this class.
If we finish early, you will work on reading or creative writing.
Closing. Wishing you a phenomenal day!
9/11/18 Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: Latin Word Parts. Please see your lists and follow the format for
"bene" and mal" with the next word part.
Annotating activity with "Our Deepest Fear"
Continue studying on Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/213006639/mrs-benedettos-literary-terms-review-2018-flash-cards/
If you are done with Quizlet and have shown me your quiz score, please select one of the
two activities: Independent Reading or Creative Writing.
Please complete your letter and the learning survey from last week if you have not done so
yet. I know some students arrived in this class late due to schedule changes. Don't worry!
You have time to catch up!
Closing: Wishing you a fantastic day!
9/10/18: Welcome!
Word of the Day:
· Modus Vivendi (Mo-duss-vih-VEN-dee): lifestyle; a way of living.
Example:
While most envied his rich and seemingly carefree
existence, Glen often found his extravagant MODUS
VIVENDI rather empty and lonely.
The Five BPs - See handout
Make-up work from last week! For example,
letters, surveys, etc.
Time to review and apply what you know on Quizlet!
Please log into a laptop and go to the following site: https://quizlet.com/213006639/mrs-benedettos-literary-terms-review-2018-flash-cards/
Once you are on this site, please spend some time on
each activity and take the practice test. Make sure that
you show one of the teachers in the room your score
(20-22 minutes).
Lastly, Independent Reading with Response (see
reading log) OR Creative Writing (see packet and write
a full page in your notebooks (20-22 minutes).
Tomorrow: Annotating activity – print codes.
http://skdesigns.com/internet/articles/quotes/williamson/our_deepest_fear/
Closing. Enjoy your day!
9/7/18 Welcome to Class! (Day 2)
What is your ONE WORD for the new school year? Please write this on a colorful post it and
place on the cabinet
Review our classroom website and today’s agenda
Grading Policy and Expectations (post it activities)
Latin word Part – Mal
Letters (draft, type, save on thumb drive)
Review Creative Writing Packet and Requirements
Independent Reading & Reading Log/ Discuss and
Select a Book
Discuss Current Events and Brainstorm a List of Topics (if there is time)
Closing
Wishing you a positive and productive day! :)
6/4 to 6/8: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Continue with the next word part on your lists.
If you owe Odyssey Ware and Independent Reading, that is what you are doing every day until June 11th to get caught up. Please use your time wisely.
Next step for students who have finished the argument writing: Creative Writing!
Please look through the following links and write for the entire period if you choose this option. Yes, the entire period. You can do it!
1.
https://www.superteacherworksheets.com/journal-prompts.html
2.
https://thewritepractice.com/creative-writing-prompts/
3.
http://visualprompts.weebly.com/high-school.html
4.
https://elitewritings.com/blog/30-creative-writing-prompts-for-high-school.html
********You may break up the prompts and select two to three topics. You may also decide to write about one topic for the entire class period. The point is to get you writing creatively! The work is to be completed in your notebooks or typed in a Word Document.
Enjoy your day :)
5/30 to 5/31: Good morning! I'm sorry that I'm out. I needed to volunteer at my son's school this morning.
Word Parts Continued. Please see your Polyglot Club packet and pick up where you left off.
Learning Stations: Writing, Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading. Please get as much work done as possible! I can't log your grades if they are not there!
Reminder: When you are absent, you are still responsible for the work you missed. You will know what you missed by checking this website, sending me an e-mail, or asking a peer. My answer will always be Independent Reading or Odyssey Ware. Aything else will have come from direct instruction; the directions will be given when you return.
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day!
5/29/18: Welcome Back!
Word Parts Continued. Please see your Polyglot Club packet and pick up where you left off.
Learning Stations: Writing, Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading
Reminder: When you are absent, you are still responsible for the work you missed. You will know what you missed by checking this website, sending me an e-mail, or asking a peer. My answer will always be Independent Reading or Odyssey Ware. Aything else will have come from direct instruction; the directions will be given when you return.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day!
5/24/18: Welcome to class and TGIF!
Word Parts: Cent and Centi
Learning Stations: Current Events, Writing, Odyssey Ware, and/or Independent Reading
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable and safe weekend!
5/23/18: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day: https://membean.com/treelist
The next word on your lists "mono" (same format as last week)
Next, select a learning station (please select 2): Writing, Odyssey Ware, Independent Learning, or SAT Prep. Please use your time wisely as we only have 14 classes left.
Reminder: When you are absent, you are still responsible for the work you missed.
Closing. Wishing you terrific day :)
5/22/18: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day: https://membean.com/treelist
The next word on your lists (same format as last week)
Next, select a learning station (please select 2): Writing, Odyssey Ware, Independent Learning, or SAT Prep. Please use your time wisely as we only have 14 classes left.
Reminder: When you are absent, you are still responsible for the work you missed.
Closing. Wishing you terrific day :)
5/21/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: https://membean.com/treelist
Pre (same format as last week)
Next, select a learning station: Writing, Odyssey Ware, Independent Learning, or SAT Prep. Please use your time wisely as we only have 15 classes left.
Reminder: When you are absent, you are still responsible for the work you missed.
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day! :)
5/18/18: Welcome and TGIF! Word of the Day: https://membean.com/treelist
Please write down the meaning of "scrib" and "scrip" from the above link (or your sheet) in your notebooks. Then, select one word for each word part and their definitions to write underneath "scrib" and "scrip." You will earn a 100% for completing each step.
Current Events Friday! Challenge: Scroll down to past agendas to find the links!
Next, select a learning station: Odyssey Ware, Independent Learning, or SAT Prep. Please use your time wisely as we only have 16 classes left.
Reminder: When you are absent, you are still responsible for the work you missed.
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic and safe weekend! :)
5/17/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day/ Day 2 of New Activity: https://membean.com/treelist
Please write down the meaning of "Mal" from the above link in your notebooks. Then, select one word and their definition to write underneath "Mal." You will earn a 100% for completing each step.
Writing Station: Genesis, Jazmine, and Tyler. Please continue with the next steps of your argument essays. You are all in different spots and that is perfectly fine. Please review the rubric to make sure that you are ready to type.
Everyone Else: Odyssey Ware and Independent Reading with Response (reading log). If (and only if) you have done SAT Prep before and want to do so again, you may choose from that as well.
Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
5/16/18: Welcome!
Word of the Day/ Something NEW!: https://membean.com/treelist
Please write down the meaning of "Bene" from the above link in your notebooks. Then, select one words and their definition to write underneath "Bene." You will earn a 100% for completing each step.
Writing Workshop Continued. Nice work yesterday! If you have missed these important lessons, it is your responsibility to please get caught up.
Additional Learning Stations to Be completed Each Week: Odyssey Ware, SAT Prep, Independent Reading with Response. Please do not lose sight of this fact. Thank you.
Closing. Wishing you a productive and positive day! :)
5/15/18: Good morning!
Word of the Day:
Acquiesce: http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/yesterday_new.shtml
Writing Workshop Continued. Nice work yesterday! If you have missed these important lessons, it is your responsibility to please get caught up.
Additional Learning Stations to Be completed Each Week: Odyssey Ware, SAT Prep, Independent Reading with Response. Please do not lose sight of this fact. Thank you.
Closing. Wishing you a terrific day! :)
5/14/18: Welcome!
Word of the Day: May 14, 2018
Transpire (verb):
1: to take place: go on, occur
2: to be revealed: come to light
It suddenly dawned on her what was about to transpire.
Argument Essay Continued!
Closing. Have a great day! :)
5/11/18: Welcome!
Word of the Day
Remuneration: the act or fact of paying an equivalent to for a service, loss, or expense: recompense, pay
Example: The actor was offered a modest speaking fee by the host as remuneration for giving her speech at the awards ceremony.
Current Events Friday!
Then, please select a learning station: Independent Reading, Odyssey Ware, Make-up Work.
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day! :)
5/9/18
Mundane adj.
Definition: 1. of or pertaining to this world or earth as contrasted with heaven; worldly; earthly. 2. common; banal.
Example: mundane affairs.
Synonyms: earthly, ordinary, plain
Argument Writing Continued: Power Point and Notes
Finish your research notes OR begin drafting your essay
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic day! :)
5/8/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
Integrity n.
Definition: 1. uncompromising adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
Example: to preserve the integrity of the empire.
Synonyms: honor, completeness
Argument Writing Continued: Power Point and Notes
Finish your research notes OR begin drafting your essay
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
5/7/18: Welcome!
Word of the Day:
Innocuous adj.
Definition: 1. not harmful or injurious; harmless. 2. not likely to irritate or offend; inoffensive.
Example: an innocuous home remedy; an innocuous remark.
Next:
Odyssey Ware
Independent Reading with Response
Make up quiz if needed
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day!
5/4/18: Good Morning and TGIF!
No Word of the Day. Instead, please study your words for the quiz.
Kahoot Review! https://play.kahoot.it/#/?quizId=661941e0-6cca-49a1-a8d5-859359b4db48
Quiz- Good Luck!
Next, double check the following list of assignments. Have you completed everything?
Finish your research on your note sheet that is in your folders- if you made your own in your notebook, that is fine too. You still have the same requirements as the note sheet I made. for you
Odyssey Ware (this is a weekly requirement- 2-3 times per week minimum)
Independent Reading with response (also a weekly requirement- 2-3 times per week minimum)
If you are done with all of the above, please complete a Current Events.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
5/3/18: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day (two minutes- three minutes MAX) :
Aesthetic adj. (pronunciation: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aesthetic)
Definition: of or pertaining to beauty
Example: The statue had real aesthetic appeal.
Synonyms: tasteful, beautiful, pleasing
Please select two learning stations from the list below. I'll grade your work by the end of today as I'll be in by 11 am:
Finish your research on your note sheet that is in your folders- if you made your own in your notebook, that is fine too. You still have the same requirements as the note sheet I made. for you
Odyssey Ware (this is a weekly requirement- 2-3 times per week minimum)
Independent Reading with response (also a weekly requirement- 2-3 times per week minimum)
Quizlet- Review for tomorrow's quiz
Wishing you a wonderful day!
5/1/18 & 5/2/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
MONDAY
Apoplectic adjective: :
2 a : of a kind to cause or apparently cause stroke
an apoplectic rage
b : extremely enraged
was apoplectic over the news
TUESDAY- Anecdote http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Quizlet/ April's Words: https://quizlet.com/_4t67jl
Quiz on Friday!
Pick up where you left off in small groups with your research
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
4/30/18: Welcome Back!
Word of the Day:
Disdain v.
Definition: to treat with contempt, or to reject with scorn
Example: He was treated with disdain after being caught stealing Halloween candy from younger children.
Synonyms: snub, disregard
Quizlet/ April's Words: https://quizlet.com/_4t67jl
OR https://quizlet.com/290863281/mrs-benedettos-sat-words-for-april-2018-flash-cards/?new
Pick up where you left off in small groups with your research
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable and productive first day back! :)
Spring Break!
4/20/18: Welcome to Class and TGIF!
Word of the Day:
Subtle adj.
Definition: barely noticeable
Example: The vintage wine had subtle hints of oakiness.
Synonyms: mild, abstruse
Vocabulary Activity
Continue with your research for argumentative essay
Closing. wishing you a wonderful and safe week off! :) Don't Forget to Read and Write!
4/19/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
Aegis-noun EE-jus pronunciation ----> https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aegis
Definition: a: protection <under the aegis of the Constitution>
b: controlling or conditioning influence <passed new laws under the aegis of national security>
Synonyms: Security, shield, protection
Usage: The matter will be dealt with under the aegis of the ethics committee.
Continue with Argument Writing Unit - See Power Point . You ended with answering
questions yesterday (slide 5). Please write down the vocabulary words in your notebooks on
slide 7(claim, opinion, argument, warrant).
Next, review the slide with the list of topics (slide 6). Select a topic and work with a partner to locate research that supports your opinion on the selected topic and refutes it (the counterclaim). Write your facts (at least 3 for today) from your research in your notebooks. Be sure to keep track of where the information is from. This is called your "source." Your includes the title of the article, the web address, and the author.
Closing. wishing you a positive and productive day! :)
4/18/18: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day:
Zealous adj.
Definition: full of, characterized by, or due to zeal; ardently active, devoted, or diligent.
Synonyms: devoted, fervent
Usage: The detective was zealous in her pursuit of the kidnappers.
Present your advertisements and explanation of where you see rhetorical devices (Logos, Ethos. Pathos)
Introduction to Argument Writing (see Power Point in attachments)
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic day :)
4/16/18 & 4/17/18: Good morning!
Monday's word:
Vociferous adj.
Definition: 1. crying out noisily. 2. characterized by noisy or vehement outcry.
Example: vociferous protests
Synonyms: clamorous, loud
Tuesday's Word: Onomatopoeia-
Odyssey Ware and Independent Reading with Response
Closing. Wishing you a terrific day!
4/13/18: Welcome! TGIF!
Word of the Day:
vigor n.
Definition: 1. active strength or force; intensity; energy. 2. healthy physical or mental energy or power; vitality. 3. healthy growth in any living matter or organism, as a plant. 4. effective force, esp. legal validity.
Synonyms: power, strength
Current events Friday!
The, Independent Reading with Response OR another Learning Station.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend! :)
4/12/18: Welcome to Class! Nice work yesterday!
Word of the Day:
Grandiose: Impressive because of uncommon largeness, scope, effect, or grandeur
Synonyms: Glorious, grand, splendid, majestic
Usage: The committee eventually scaled back the most outlandish parts of its plans for the festival, including a grandiose scheme to bring in live peacocks for the event.
Next, please work on and complete your rhetoric and advertisement assignment. There are three steps. Please see the assignment in your packet.
Lastly, present your work. Good luck!
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable and productive day! :)
4/11/18: Good morning!
Word of the Day:
Verbose adj.: expressed in or characterized by the use of many or too many words; wordy.
Synonyms: loquacious, repetitive
Usage: 1. She has a verbose writing style. 2. He was a verbose speaker.
Continue with Rhetorical Appeals and activity to follow at the following link:
https://www.slideshare.net/thalialongoria/ethospathoslogos
Learning Stations (Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading with
Response, Writing, or SAT prep)
Closing. Have a nice day! :)
4/10/18: Welcome to Class!
Usurp- [yo͞oˈsərp]: Take (a position of power or importance) illegally or by force.
Synonyms: seize · take over · commandeer · annex · assume · lay claim to
Usage: Richard usurped the throne.
Next, Review our grading policy and learning stations
Inhttps://www.slideshare.net/thalialongoria/ethospathoslogostroduction to Rhetorical Appeals (see Slide Share)
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
4/9
4/6/18: Welcome to class and TGIF!
REMINDER: Your personal narrative drafts are due today!
Unanimity: the state or quality of being unanimous; a consensus or undivided opinion.
Synonyms: agreement, unison
The judges made a unanimous ruling.
Next: Current Events Friday!
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic weekend :)
4/4/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
Tentative: 1. of the nature of or made or done as a trial, experiment, or attempt. 2. unsure; not definite or positive; hesitant.
Synonyms: hesitant, conditional
Usage: We made tentative dinner reservations hoping that we would be able attend.
Select two learning stations (Independent Reading with response , Odyssey Ware, or your Personal Narrative- Due Friday)
Mini-conferences
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day! :)
4/3/18: Welcome to class! REMINDER: Grades are due this Friday! Is all of your work turned in?
No word of the Day due to the quiz
Review for SAT vocabulary quiz:
https://play.kahoot.it/#/?quizId=41d2d6b3-7865-4278-aa27-17266aa61fdf
Take quiz. Good luck!
After the quiz, please work quietly on a learning station quietly (Independent Reading with response , Odyssey Ware, or your Personal Narrative)
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day! :)
4/2/18
Word of the Day-
Tactful: having or manifesting tact, consideration
Synonyms: discreet, understanding
Trying to remain tactful when you disagree with someone is a strength and shows respect.
Please study and practice using your SAT words on Quizlet at the following link (15-20 minutes) : https://quizlet.com/281810598/mrs-benedettos-march-sat-vocabulary-words-2018-flash-cards/
Your quiz is tomorrow!
Next, continue working on your personal narrative draft, Independent Reading, or work on Odyssey Ware
Closing. Enjoy your day! :)
3/29/18: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day!
Succinct adj. : 1. expressed in few words; concise; terse. 2. characterized by conciseness or verbal brevity. 3. compressed into a small area, scope, or compass.
Synonyms: brief, short
Usage: Each student was asked to be succinct in their presentations in order for everyone to get a chance to present.
Please study and practice using your SAT words on Quizlet at the following link (15-20 minutes) : https://quizlet.com/281810598/mrs-benedettos-march-sat-vocabulary-words-2018-flash-cards/
Quiz on Tuesday, April 3rd!
Next, continue working on your personal narrative draft, Independent Reading, or work on Odyssey Ware
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable three day weekend!
3/28/18: Good Morning!
Words of the Day:
Claim: a confident statement that (something) is true but may not be proven or supported.
Argument: a position on a topic organized by a claim or series of claims that are supported by reasons and evidence.
Please study and practice using your SAT words on Quizlet at the following link (15-20 minutes) : https://quizlet.com/281810598/mrs-benedettos-march-sat-vocabulary-words-2018-flash-cards/
Next, continue working on your personal narrative draft, Independent Reading, or work on Odyssey Ware
(There are more outlines and examples of personal narratives up front on my little table with the pens and highlighters)
Wishing you a positive and productive day! :)
3/27/18
Welcome to Class!
Continue with drafting your personal narrative
Lastly, please select a learning station (Odyssey Ware or Independent Reading)
Word of the Day!
Somber: 1. gloomily dark; shadowy. 2. dark and dull in color or tone. 3. downcast; glum. 4. extremely serious; grave.
Synonyms: dark, serious
Usage: There was a somber note in his voice that was frightening.
Closing. Wishing you a terrific day!
3/26/18: Welcome!
Word of the Day!
Scrutinize v.: 1. to examine minutely. 2. to conduct a scrutiny.
Synonyms: inspect, investigate
Usage: During any kind of subjective research you must scrutinize your sources.
Continue with drafting your personal narrative
Lastly, please select a learning station (Odyssey Ware or Independent Reading)
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic day!
3/23/18: Good Morning and TGIF!
Word of the Day:
Resilient adj.
Definition: 1. having resilience; able to spring back to an original form or position after compression, stretching, etc.; flexible. 2. recovering readily from illness, adversity, or the like.
Synonyms: elastic
Current Events Friday!
Links for Current Events:
Featured Story: Student Voices: How Teens Want to Solve America's School Shooting Problem: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/student-voices/how-teens-want-to-solve-americas-school-shooting-problem/
http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/category/student-challenge
Next, continue with your writing or independent reading.
Closing. Wishing you a safe and enjoyable weekend!
3/22/18: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day:
Definition: Uncanny- being beyond what is normal or expected; suggesting superhuman or supernatural powers.
Usage: Our waiter had an uncanny resemblance to the creepy villain in the film we had just seen.
Next, please finish your Teen Ink assignment if needed. If you are done, please start drafting your personal narrative essay.
Some of you have the packets with outlines, a sample essay, and the rubric. If you have this, please use it to begin drafting your personal narrative. Then, begin writing a rough draft of your personal narrative in your notebooks.I will check your writing tomorrow.
If you don't have the packet, I've placed a graphic organizer in the attachment section at the very bottom of this page in the attachment section titled "Personal Narrative Graphic Organizer." Click on the link and the graphic organizer will appear. It's magic, I know ;) Then, get started with your drafting process. I will check your writing tomorrow.
Last step: Select a learning station if you have time (Odyssey Ware or Independent Reading with a Written Response (see your reading log)
Wishing you a wonderful day :)
3/21/18: Good Morning!
Continue with next steps of the writing process. Where did you leave off yesterday? That's your starting point today.
Word of the Day: http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/grade12/
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day :)
3/20: Welcome to class!
Review the final steps of Deciding What to Say that we finished yesterday. What was the entire process like for you?
Begin next steps on Teen Ink. Review assignment together. Share your findings with a partner. afterwards
Review the writing format of personal narratives as a whole group (see outlines and examples)
Word of the Day:
Rebuttal: an act of rebutting, as in a debate.
Synonyms: answer, parry
Usage: I’ll allow a rebuttal, the Judge ruled.
Continue with Teen Ink. Then, begin drafting your personal narrative essay (see materials/ outlines/ rubric)
Closing. Wishing you a productive day! :)
3/19/18: Welcome Back!
Word of the Day
· rancor: bitter deep-seated ill will; deep hatred \ ˈraŋ-kər , -ˌkȯr \
Synonyms: Antagonism, hostility
Usage: She answered her accusers calmly and without rancor.
Next, final steps of Deciding What to Say
Begin Teen Ink activities www.teenink.com
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day!
3/16/18: Good Morning and TGIF!
Current Events Friday!
Links for Current Events:
Featured Story: Student Voices: How Teens Want to Solve America's School Shooting Problem: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/student-voices/how-teens-want-to-solve-americas-school-shooting-problem/
http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/category/student-challenge
Next, continue with Deciding what to Say
Closing. Wishing you a safe and enjoyable weekend! :)
3/15/18: Welcome to Class!
Review Essential questions
Next, Deciding What to Say Activities Continued (Writing Station)
Select a second station if there's time (Digital or Independent Reading)
Wishing you a fantastic day!
3/13/18: Good Morning!
Review Essential questions
Next, Deciding What to Say Activities Continued (Writing Station)
Select a second station if there's time (Digital or Independent Reading)
Word of the Day:
Reverberate v
Definition: To spring back, spring away from an impact; To be reflected, to ring or echo, to have a long or continuing effect
Synonyms: bounce, echo, rebound
Usage: On the last day of school, the students' cries of elation reverberated throughout the hallways.
Closing. Enjoy your day!
3/12/18: Welcome to Class!
How did it go on Friday? Where did you leave off?
Review Essential Questions
Discuss the following as a refresher: http://grammar.yourdictionary.com/grammar-rules-and-tips/tips-for-writing-a-personal-narrative-essay.html
Next, Deciding What to Say Activities Continued (Writing Station)
Select a second station if there's time (Digital or Independent Reading)
Word of the Day:
Oblivious-
Definition: Failing to keep in mind
Synonyms: clueless
Usage: While daydreaming about her date last night, Jane was oblivious to her dinner getting cold.
Source @ http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/grade12/
Closing. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
3/9/18: Good Morning and TGIF!
Current Events Friday!
Links for Current Events:
Featured Story: Student Voices: How Teens Want to Solve America's School Shooting Problem: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/student-voices/how-teens-want-to-solve-americas-school-shooting-problem/
http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/category/student-challenge
Next, continue with Deciding what to Say (whole group) OR one of the following stations:
A. Independent Reading with written response B. Odyssey Ware (I will check your work online)
Closing. Wishing you a safe and enjoyable weekend :)
3/8/18: Welcome to Class!
Review New Essential Questions!
Discuss the following: http://grammar.yourdictionary.com/grammar-rules-and-tips/tips-for-writing-a-personal-narrative-essay.html
Next, Deciding What to Say Activities (writing station)
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day :)
3/7/18: Good Morning!
Revisit questions about writing (quick write)
Deciding What to Say
Select a Learning Station (make -up quizzes are today- final day)
Word of the Day:
Acrimonious:
Definition: Marked by strong resentment
Synonyms: bitter, acrid
Usage: The debate was punctuated with acrimonious exchanges.
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic day :)
3/6/18: Welcome to class!
Briefly review yesterday's agenda
Resources for the quiz if you are studying:
Quizlet activities and pretest: https://quizlet.com/272347110/mrs-benedettos-sat-word-of-the-day-review-for-february-2018-flash-cards/
Kahoot:https://play.kahoot.it/#/?quizId=87021fba-33bd-4bff-a00b-d1edc8854959
Writing Station: Deciding What to Say Introduction and Activities
Select a Second Learning Station. One could be a make- up work station. For example, study for your vocabulary quiz and then take the quiz.
Word of the Day:
Nullify-
Definition: 1. to render or declare legally void. 2. to deprive (something) of value or effectiveness; annul; invalidate.
Example: to nullify a contract.
Synonyms: cancel, invalidate, repeal
Source: http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
3/5/18: Good Morning!
Discuss our options. Are you ready for the vocabulary quiz?
Quick Write: 1. What words and phrases come to mind when you hear the word "Writing"?
2. Think back to your favorite or least favorite writing assignment of all times.
Please explain what you remember and what the process was like for you.
3. What are some strategies that will be helpful to you for our up and coming
writing assignment?
Writing Station: Begin Deciding What to Say Activities (we didn't get to yet, worked on Quizlet and Kahoot)
Word of the Day:
Parlay v:
Definition: To stake winnings from one bet on a subsequent wager
Synonyms: bet, gamble, venture
Usage: Grandma won three games of poker in a row, inducing her to overconfidently parlay an immense sum of money in the next game.
Source: http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/grade10/
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable and productive day!
3/2: SNOW DAY
2/27/18: Good Morning!
Review Essential Questions
Quizlet activities and pretest: https://quizlet.com/272347110/mrs-benedettos-sat-word-of-the-day-review-for-february-2018-flash-cards/
Kahoot:
https://play.kahoot.it/#/?quizId=87021fba-33bd-4bff-a00b-d1edc8854959
Independent Reading Station with Response
Closing:
Wishing you an enjoyable day!
2/26/18: Wecome Back! It's going to be a wonderful week!
Review Essential Questions. How are you doing in these areas?
Review and discuss your SAT Word of the Day list to prepare for Quizlet and Kahoot
Link to Quizlet Review: https://quizlet.com/272347110/mrs-benedettos-sat-word-of-the-day-review-for-february-2018-flash-cards/
Link to Kahoot!: https://play.kahoot.it/#/lobby?quizId=070ae016-639a-43f3-a5b1-270ddd2212ec
No SAT Word of the Day today since we are reviewing for Wednesday's quiz.
If there's time, please get your materials for the Independent Reading Station.
Closing: What stuck with you today? (post it activity). Wishing you an enjoyable and productive week!
WINTER BREAK! 2/17 to 2/24
2/16/18: Good morning and TGIF!
Current Events Friday! Please see the links on the 2/2 agenda (Scroll down a little. This is great practice!)
Please finish your SAT work from yesterday. You have your assignment in your folders.
Independent Reading Station (see reading log)
Word of the Day:
Fortuitous adj.-
Definition: 1. happening or produced by chance; accidental. 2. lucky; fortunate.
Synonym: chance
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable break! Read, read, read! :)
2/15- Welcome to Class!
Review Essential Questions
Vocabulary Extravaganza! Review and discuss briefly
SAT Station instruction with activity sheet (please listen and watch closely to the demonstration)
Odyssey Ware: A. Review & Discuss. B. Lesson 1.
Word of the Day:
Extricate-
Definition: 1. to free or release from entanglement; disengage.
Synonym: disengage
www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day! :)
2/14/18 Good Morning!
Review Essential Questions
Vocabulary Extravaganza! Review and discuss.
Continue with station rotations (Independent Reading and SAT prep).
Word of the Day (last seven minutes):
Extol or extoll-
Definition: to praise highly; laud.
Synonyms: praise
Example: Everyone wanted to know what words the president would use to extol the fallen heroes.
Source: http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Closing:What stuck with you today and what are you still wondering? Please post it on the chart paper.Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day!
2/13/18 Good Morning!
Word of the Day will be the last item for today (the last seven minutes).
Please listen and learn about two learning stations: Independent Reading and our SAT Preparation Page
Select a station to start with, work for 15 minutes, complete the assignment and then switch to the second station. I'll have the timer and remind you to switch.
Word of the Day: Source: http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Expedite v.t.
Definition: 1. to speed up the progress of. 2. to perform promptly. 3. to issue; dispatch.
Synonyms: accelerate, hurry
Closing: Write a sentence with your group using today's word. You may research some sample sentences online and model yours after the sample.
Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
2/12/18 Welcome to class!
Word of the Day:
Adversary n-
Definition: someone who offers opposition
Synonyms: antagonist, foe
Usage: Harry Potter's adversary is He Who Must Not Be Named.
Discuss Essential Questions and respond
Annotating activity with text
Review Odyssey Ware Station
Closing- post it activity. Wishing you a wonderful day!
2/8/18 & 2/9/18: Welcome to Class!
Word Of the Day: (same as yesterday due to low attendance)
Emulate v.
Definition: 1. to imitate in an effort to equal or surpass. 2. to rival with some degree of success. 3. a. to imitate the functions of (another computer system) by means of software. b. to replace (software) with hardware to perform the same task.
Synonyms: imitate, copy
Brief review for quiz and then take quiz
Current Events Friday!
Review Odyssey Ware Station/ Get Started (if there's time)
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day! :)
2/7/18 ****Snow Day**** Stay warm and safe!
2/6/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
Diversity n.
Definition: 1. the state or fact of being diverse; difference; unlikeness. 2. variety; multiformity. 3. a point of difference.
Synonyms: variety. difference
Review for quiz: Kahoot: https://play.kahoot.it/#/lobby?quizId=27385654-603a-4352-a896-fc6e729da000
Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/213006639/mrs-benedettos-literary-terms-review-2017-flash-cards/
Take quiz
Odyssey Ware (discuss and review this learning station and get started with your assignments)
Closing. Have a terrific day!
2/5/18 Welcome to class!
Word of the Day:
Allure n/v
Definition: the power to entice or attract/incline or entice to
Synonyms: allurement/tempt, attract, seduce
Usage: The potential for quick riches in the stock market has considerable allure for those who like to gamble.
Source: www.superkids.com
Literary Terms Review: Quizlet, Kahoot, Song and Annotating (the quiz has been moved to tomorrow) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3geTFqTBfU
Odyssey Ware Review
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day! Reminder: Study for your quiz!
2/2/18 Good morning and TGIF!
Word of the Day: Ominous
Study your literary terms on Quizlet
Kahoot Review
Quiz (moved to Monday)
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
1/31/18: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: Contrite http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Contrite adj. -
Definition: 1. caused by or showing sincere remorse. 2. filled with a sense of guilt and the desire for atonement; penitent.
Synonyms: repentant, sorry, humbled
Example: A contrite apology was given to students when their lunches were missing that afternoon.
Stations: Writing (draft and typed copy), Quizlet, Odyssey Ware
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! Quiz on Friday! Study your Literary Terms!
1/29/18 & 1/30/18 Good morning and welcome back!
Ominous adj
Definition: presaging ill fortune
Synonyms: alarming, menacing
Usage: The ominous clouds made the tornado warnings worth heeding.
Review for quiz- Kahoot!
Current Events Friday Station!
Links for Current Events:
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful weekend :)
2/1/18 Welcome to class! *******Due today: Drafts and perfected copies (typed) of writing samples*****
Word of the Day:
Appall v-
Definition: strike with disgust or revulsion
Synonyms: alarm, dismay, offend
Usage: The scandalous behavior of the married woman appalled her friends.
Station 1: A. Write the literary terms and definitions in your notebooks that are on Quizlet at the following link:
https://quizlet.com/213006639/mrs-benedettos-literary-terms-review-2017-flash-cards/
B. Please complete each and every review games and activity on Quizlet
C. Study for tomorrow's quiz! How will you study?
Station 2: Annotation Activity (active reading)
Closing and Please log off of your laptops. Wishing you a fantastic day!
Word of the Day: http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Step 1:
Even though the stock broker admitted his crime, he displayed very little compunction while standing in front of the judge.
Step 2:
Please write the word, definition, and synonyms.
Introduction and information about EPIC (a review of the program)
Review curriculum and this website
Review grading policy and classroom expectations (headphones, passes- five minute rule, after school hours, etc.)
Introductions: Introduce yourself to a peer and find out two things you have in common and one difference. Then, you will introduce each other.
Writing activity (letter to self or poem)
Locate our classroom website and begin reviewing literary terms needed for class on Quizlet. Your first quiz is this Friday. Here is the link to Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/213006639/mrs-benedettos-literary-terms-review-2017-flash-cards/
Wishing you an enjoyable and productive day :)
FIRST MP 2017
1/18/18
Slothful adj.
Definition: indolent; lazy.
Example: The heat made the workers slothful.
Synonyms: idle, indolent, lazy
Next: Stations (OW, Independent Reading, Test Prep)
Closing. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
*******Reminder: Today is the last day to make up the vocabulary test from last Thursday!
1/12/17: Welcome to class and TGIF!
Study for your quiz
Take quiz
Work on a station of your choice
Wishing you a wonderful weekend! :)
1/9/18 to 1/11/18 Good Morning!
No Word of the Day: Study on Quizlet at the following link:
https://quizlet.com/257607978/mrs-benedettos-word-of-the-day-review-part-3-january-2018-flash-cards/
******There is a quiz this Friday on all of the words! This quiz is multiple choice, matching, and fill in the blank.
Stations: The usual
Mini-conferences
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic day!
1/8/18: Welcome Back!
Word of the Day: Adulation
http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, Test Prep, etc.
Closing. wishing you an enjoyable and productive day! :)
1/4/18 Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Censure n.
http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
1. Test Prep Station: Students taking the test will practice argumentative writing.
2. Everyone else: Independent Reading, Odyssey Ware
*****Closing. Please log off of your laptops. Have a terrific day!
1/3/18: Good Morning!
Word of the Day:
Ludicrous adj
Definition: Broadly or extravagantly humorous; Completely devoid of wisdom or good sense
Synonyms: absurd, foolish, preposterous
Usage: When Galileo first proposed his theory that the earth revolves around the sun, most people found the idea completely ludicrous and even offensive.
http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
1. Test Prep Station: Students taking the test will practice argumentative writing.
2. Everyone else: Independent Reading, Odyssey Ware
Closing. Please log off of your laptops. Wishing you an enjoyable first day back!
Tuesday, 1/2/18 Welcome Back!
Word of the Day: Disdain (superkids.com)
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, Test Prep, Research Project , SAT Prep
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable first day back!
Vacation 12/22 to 1/1! We will see you on Tuesday, January 2nd.
12/20/17 Good Morning!
Philanthropist:
http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, Test Prep
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
12/19/17: Welcome!
Word of the Day: Novice (Super Kids)
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, Test Prep
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
12/18/17: Welcome to Class! Unfortunately, I'm out sick today. Please work diligently as you always do when I'm present.
Word of the Day:
Expedient: 1. fit or suitable for the purpose; proper; advisable. 2. conducive to advantage; governed by self-interest; advantageous. n. 3. a handy means to an end. Synonyms: appropriate, desirable
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading with Response, Test Prep (two students)
Link to more practice tests
http://www.nysedregents.org/hsela/
Directions for the above link:
Please scroll down a little once you are on the above page to see all of the exams listed from newest to oldest on the left side of the page. Then, select a month/ year of an old exam to click on. After that, you'll click on the exam and print the exam you would like.
Closing. Please log off of your computers. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day.
12/14/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Rebuttal
http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading with Response, Test Prep (two students)
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day :)
*******************12/13: SNOW DAY! **********
12/12/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: Mitigate http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading with Response, Test Prep (two students)
Closing. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
12/11/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Assuage: http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/sat/
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, Test Prep (Netti & Gaby)
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day :)
12/7/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day:
Adversity-
a state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune
showing courage in the face of adversity
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, Introduction to Test Prep (Netti & Gaby)
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
12/5/17 & 12/6/17: Good Morning
Word of the Day:
Diversity - 1. the state or fact of being diverse; difference; unlikeness. 2. variety; multiformity. 3. a point of difference.
Synonyms: variety. difference
Source: SuperKids SAT Vocabulary Builder
Stations: Independent Reading and Odyssey Ware
Closing: Please log off of the laptops
Wishing you an enjoyable day!
12/4/17: Welcome Back!
Word of the Day: Infinitesimal- Very small
Stations: Independent Reading and Odyssey Ware
Closing: Please log off of the laptops
Wishing you a positive and productive day!
12/1/17 Good Morning and TGIF!
Word of the Day: Infer: to derive as a conclusion from facts or premises; compare, imply
We see smoke and infer fire—L. A. White
Stations: 1. Current Events Friday! 2. Select another station when you are finished 3. Check points with me
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable and safe weekend. Thank you for a fabulous week! Your hard work is paying off :)
11/30/17: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day: Substantiate (sub-stant-chee-ate): to provide proof or evidence; to give validity to.
Example: The soft-drink company sought to substantiate the claim that their soda was the best tasting by holding blind taste tests in shopping malls across the country.
Stations: Independent Reading and Odyssey Ware
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable and productive day! :)
11/29/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Stations: Independent Reading and Odyssey Ware
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day! :)
11/28/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: Central idea is just another way of describing the main thought or principle theme of a work of literature.
Stations and conferences
Closing. Have a nice day! :)
11/27/17: Good morning and welcome back!
Word of the Day: Analyze- To break down, closely examine and interpret
Stations: Odyssey Ware and Independent Reading (with written response)
Mini-conferences as needed
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day :)
Wishing you a wonderful break!
11/20/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Divulge
Odyssey Ware
Independent Reading
Closing. Have a fantastic day! :)
11/17/17 Welcome to class and TGIF!
Word of the day: Lollygag
Current Events:
Links for Current Events:
Next, please select a station
Closing: Log off your computer properly. Wishing you an enjoyable day! :)
11/13 to 11/15 Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day (Tuesday only)
Stations (Odyssey Ware for most students). Conferences.
Closing: Log off of computer properly. Have a great day!
11/9 & 11/10 Welcome to Class! Final essays are due on Friday!
Word of the Day
Please finish typing your essays. I will be conferencing with students as they finish up.
Select a station.
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day :)
11/8/17 Good Morning
I am out sick today. I'd much rather be there with all of you! Please use your time wisely as the marking period ends tomorrow. There is no word of the day.
A typed draft of your personal narrative is due by tomorrow. Please use 12 Times New Roman font and double space everything underneath your heading.
Please see Kee Kee or Netti for headings if needed. We will print your work tomorrow.
This is worth an enormous part of your grade. Please do your best. You will have a little time tomorrow to add some finishing touches and meet with me.
If you have been absent and do not know what the personal narrative is, you should work on Odyssey Ware and/ or Independent Reading.
If you finish your personal narrative, please work on a station.
Teachers: Students have their personal narrative packets. If someone needs a copy, please borrow a student's.
Thank you and have a nice day.
11/6/17: Welcome!
Word of the Day: Ritual
Writing Workshop
Conferencing/ Feedback
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
11/3/17 TGIF!
Review for quiz
Take quiz- Good luck!
Current Events Friday!
Select a station if there's time.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful weekend :)
Links for Current Events:
11/2/17 Welcome to Class and to November! Your Quiz is on Friday.
No Word of the Day Today. Please go to the following link to study your last 14 Words of the Day (20-25 minutes): https://quizlet.com/238768059/mrs-benedettos-words-of-the-day-part-2-2017-flash-cards/
Continue with writing workshop
Closing. Have a nice day! :)
11/1/17 Welcome to Class and to November!
No Word of the Day Today. Please go to the following link to study your last 14 Words of the Day (20-25 minutes): https://quizlet.com/238768059/mrs-benedettos-words-of-the-day-part-2-2017-flash-cards/
Independent Reading or Odyssey Ware. Both if you have time. Please be productive during this time as usual. I'll be looking in your folders for the reading log and on Odyssey Ware to see what you've accomplished. Thank you.
****** We will continue with our writing workshop tomorrow. Excellent work with the first two parts!
Enjoy your day and I'll see you tomorrow :)
10/30/17 & 10/31/17 Good Morning!
No Word of the Day Today. Please go to the following link to study your last 14 Words of the Day: https://quizlet.com/238768059/mrs-benedettos-words-of-the-day-part-2-2017-flash-cards/
Begin brainstorming for your personal narrative (two steps)
Review the assignment together
Closing: Chart. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
10/27/17 TGIF!
Word of the Day: http://www.wordthink.com/favorite-words/
Current Events!
Select a station
Closing: Charts. Wishing you an enjoyable weekend :)
10/23/17 to 10/26/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: http://www.wordthink.com/favorite-words/
Review our grading policy
Odyssey Ware
Independent Reading
Closing: Charts
Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
10/20/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: http://www.wordthink.com/favorite-words/
Current Events Friday!
Then, please work on Independent Reading and/ or Odyssey Ware
Closing: Charts (I'll collect them on Monday)
Wishing you a wonderful weekend! :)
10/16/17 to 10/19/17:
Word of the Day: http://www.wordthink.com/favorite-words/
Stations (Please work on both):
Odyssey Ware
Independent Reading
Closing: Charts
Wishing you a wonderful day :)
10/13/17: Welcome to Class and TGIF!
Word of the Day: http://www.wordthink.com/favorite-words/
(Choose one from the list)
Study for quiz (briefly)
Take quiz
Current Events Friday!
Select a station
Closing: Fill out chart. Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
10/12/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Abstruse
Stations to choose from today:
Odyssey Ware
Independent Reading
Quizlet/ Word of the Day Review (last)
Closing: Chart. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
10/11/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: Modicum
Stations:
Odyssey Ware (at least one assignment)
Independent Reading with response (please use all of the space in the box- at least four to five complete sentences)
Reminder: Your Word of the Day Quiz is this Friday!
Closing: Charts. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
10/10/ 17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Gregarious (new set of words)
Station 1: Please go to the following link and study your Words of the Day:
Once you are on Quizlet, please type Mrs. Benedetto's Word of the Day Review! into the search engine at the top of the Quizlet site
Reminder: You should be completing all of the activities, including the quiz! Your actual quiz is this Friday!
Station 2: Independent Reading
Station 3: Odyssey Ware (if there's time)
Closing: Blended Learning Charts. Wishing you an enjoyable day!
10/5/17: Welcome to class!
Instead of Word of the Day, please study for the Literary Terms Test on Friday
Please go to www.quizlet.com and type Mrs. Benedetto's Literary Terms Review! 2017 into the search engine at the top of the Quizlet site
Spend time reviewing your terms on Quizlet and taking the practice quiz too
Memory game with flashcards
If there's time, select a station and finish any work that is owed
Closing: Blended Learning Charts. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
Word of the Day: Apropos
Teen Ink activities continued (see assignment sheet)
Odyssey Ware
Conferences/Progress Reports. The point of the progress reports is to show you how you are doing in class and what you can do in order to get caught up. I'm doing this work early so you have time to change it if needed.
Closing: Blended Learning Charts. Have a wonderful day :)
10/3/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: Censure
Please finish the Quizlet activities and the quiz if you still need to do so.
Station 1:Review and Complete Teen Ink Activities www.teenink.com
Station 2:Odyssey Ware
Closing: Complete your chart. Have a fantastic day!
10/2/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Ensconce
Please look over the agenda from Friday. What still needs to be done? Proceed with that work before moving onto the next step.
Odyssey Ware
Closing: Blended Learning Charts. Have a nice day! :)
9/29/19: Welcome to Class and TGIF!
Word of the Day: Diligent
Current Events Friday!
Quizlet Review. Then, take the Quizlet Quiz
Please read independently after the quiz
Closing: Blended Learning Charts
Links for Current Events:
9/28/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Please see poster next to the smart board.
Stations:
A. Work on Quizlet for 20-25 minutes. Yesterday you went to the site www.quizlet.com and googled Mrs. Benedetto's Literary Terms Review! 2017 instead of signing up. Please try that again or sign up if you have to.
B. Select a station for the last half of class (Odyssey Ware or Independent Reading With Response)
****All of the above is a grade just like every day*****
STUDY for the official quiz on Quizlet tomorrow.
Wishing you a wonderful day :)
9/27/17: Welcome to Class!
Words of the Day: Point of View and Repetition
Review Quizlet together. Then, follow the steps below:
1. Create a g-mail account OR locate your e-mail address
2. Please go to www.quizlet.com and follow the prompts.
3. Write down your account information in your notebooks; you will need it for future Quizlet assignments
4. Try this link: https://quizlet.com/213006639/mrs-benedettos-literary-terms-review-2017-flash-cards/
5. If that doesn't work, try looking for Mrs. Benedetto's Literary Terms Review! 2017 OR jbennie6171
6. Ask for help when you need it!
7. Once you are logged in, begin reviewing! Practice ALL of the sections.
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic day! Remember to be kind :)
9/26/17 Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Avid
Do you have all of your Literary Term notes?
Whole Group: Literary Terms Review: Kahoot
https://play.kahoot.it/#/?quizId=27385654-603a-4352-a896-fc6e729da000
Independent Station: Odyssey Ware or Independent Reading with Response
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable and productive day
9/25/17 Welcome!
Word of the Day: Preposterous
Literary Term Notes
Odyssey Ware
Please turn in your Current Events from Friday ASAP
Have a wonderful day :)
9/21/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Retort
Current Events Friday!
Continue with literary term notes (review and discuss). Some students are working on the matching sheets during this time.
Then, choose a station: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, or Make-up work.
Closing. Wishing you a lovely day!
9/20/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Ampersand (Am-per-sand): the symbol "&"; represents the word "and."
Example: For the corporate logo she was designing, the graphic artist decided to use an ampersand instead of the bulkier word "and."
Continue with literary term notes (review and discuss). Some students are working on the matching sheets during this time.
Then, choose a station (Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, or Make-up work)
If there's time, we will begin our next writing assignment
Closing. Wishing you a lovely day!
9/19/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: Cognizant (KOG-nuh-zunt) - aware or well informed.
Example: The attorney angrily denied the the charges that his client had been cognizant of the scheme to defraud customers.
Review and Discuss Vocabulary Extravaganza!
Literary Terms (quick write and notes): In 60 seconds write down as many literary terms, devices, and techniques as you can remember!
If there is time, you will select a station to work on at your own pace (Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, Make-up Work)
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful Day!
9/18/17: Welcome Back!
Word of the Day: Precocious- Exhibiting mature qualities at an unusually early age
Example: My five year old niece is quite precocious; sometimes I feel like I'm talking to a grownup with her sophisticated vocabulary and phrases!
Next, please select from the following two stations for today:
Odyssey Ware Station
Catching Up Station
Independent Reading Station
Conferencing (I will be coming around for mini-conferences today)
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day!
9/15/17 Good Morning and TGIF!
Word of the Day: Inoculate (Merriam Webster)
Review and discuss our vocabulary log activity
Current Events Friday! Please see the links in last Friday's agenda ( please scroll down to that date 9/8/17)
Next, please select a station: Independent Reading (with response), Odyssey Ware, or get caught up if needed.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful weekend :)
9/14/17: Good Morning
Word of the Day: Flabbergast: to overwhelm with shock, surprise, or wonder :dumbfound
Example: We were flabbergasted by the news that he had won the lottery.
Closing from yesterday
Odyssey Ware
Independent Reading with response
Closing: Have a nice day!
9/13/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: Biased
Continue with Six Word Memoir Continued (whole group)
Independent Reading OR Odyssey Ware Stations (independent)
Closing: Wishing you an enjoyable and productive day :)
9/12/17 Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Advise
Please turn in your letters or poems if you have not done so yet. Thank you.
Independent Reading Review with Response Sheet.
Six Word Memoir Acitivity (whole group)
Closing: Have a fabulous day! :)
9/11/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day:
Autonomous (aw-TAHN-uh-muss): Being in charge of one’s own life; independent of other influences; self-governing.
Writing Work Shop Continued. This is quiet and focused writing time.
Begin Independent Reading Assignment. Sign out a book and complete your first entry.
Closing: Wishing you a wonderful day :)
9/8/17 Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Extemporaneous https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Writing Workshop: Please finish the writing that you started yesterday.
Current Events Friday!
Independent Reading:
A. Select a book from one of our three bookshelves.
B. Sign the sign out sheet with your name and the title of your book.
C.Begin reading for enjoyment :)
Links for Current Events:
9/6/17 & 9/7/17 Welcome Back!
Introduction
Review Blended Learning and what that will like like ion our classroom
Review our grading policy and pass out class materials
Word of the day: Haphazard- Marked by lack of plan, order, or direction Example: If Google does it, you can be sure every other company will follow their lead as quickly and haphazardly as possible.
Writing activity
Independent Reading
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
****** Please see the following link to look through and practice with past Regents Examinations : http://www.nysedregents.org/hsela/
6/6/17: Welcome to Class! I'm sorry to have to miss today. Please do your best like you normally would.
Word of the Day: RSVP - To respond to an invitation. Sample Sentence: I asked my students to please RSVP to our event ASAP as I needed to know how much food to buy.
Period 1: Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, and/ or the argument essay outlines. You will need to read the directions and look at what the outlines are requesting of you. It's okay to make mistakes as that is part of learning! Just try if you choose this as a station!
Period 3: Quizlet Literary Terms & Techniques Review: https://quizlet.com/_3itgz3
Please do all of the review and take the quiz on Quizlet. I'll be able to see your results online. Therefore, you may take the quiz today or tomorrow, but you must do all of the review today. Please and thank you :)
Then, you will work on the Task 3/ Assignment 1. Please see handout and the June 14th, 2016 Regents exam. The materials for period 3 are on my desk near the door when you first walk in.
Closing. Remember to study, study, study! The English Regents Exam is next Wednesday! Wishing you an enjoyable and productive day! :)
6/5/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, and/ or the argument essay
Closing! Wishing you a fabulous day! :) We have FIVE classes left after today!
6/2/17: Welcome to Class and TGIF !
Word of the Day: Convene (kun-VENE): to gather or assemble.
Example: The legislature will not CONVENE until August 1st.
Please finish your outlines for the argumentative essay if you have been doing test prep with me for the past two and a half weeks!
Work on Odyssey Ware. All Odyssey Ware must be done by June 21st!
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day!
6/1/17: Welcome to Class and the Month of June!
Word of the Day: Valedictory https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Period 1: Stations
Period 3: Regents Review/ Part 3 and Stations
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day :)
5/31/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Modus vivendi (in book)
Period 1: Stations or Poetry Unit (depending on attendance)
Period 3: Test Prep Continued (Part 3) and Odyssey Ware
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
5/30/17: Welcome Back!
Word of the day: Abdicate (Please see use the first sample sentence on Merriam Webster)
Period 1: Stations or Poetry Unit (depending on attendance)
Period 3: Test Prep Continued and Odyssey Ware
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic day! :)
5/26/17: Welcome to class! TGIF!
Word of the day: Grisly (in our vocabulary book).
Period 1: Stations (Odyssey Ware and/or Independent Reading with Response).
Period 3: Both argumentative essay outlines are due.
Your typed copy of the argumentative essay is due today with a rubric that you have scored yourself on for this assignment.
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive weekend :)
5/24/17 & 5/25/17: Good Morning!
Words of the Day: Preposterous & Sanguine
Period 1: Poetry Unit & Stations
Period 3:Argumentative Writing Continued. Both of your outlines are due. Please use your outlines to type your essays on Thursday.
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day :)
Period 3:
Excellent work this week on your essays!
5/22/17 & 5/23/17: Welcome to class!
Words of the Day: Retort & Defer. Please see definitions and sample sentence in our book.
Period 1: Poetry Unit & Stations
Period 3: Argumentative Writing Continued
Closing. Wishing you a productive and positive day :)
5/19/17: Good morning!
Word of the Day: Rebus: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Period 1: Make up Day! Review your Odyssey Ware goals and Independent Reading
Period 3: Write an argumentative essay (use your annotated articles and outline from yesterday)
Closing. Wishing you a restful and enjoyable weekend :)
****** Here is the link we used in class to review the argumentative essay in case you need it again:
5/18/17: Welcome!
Word of the Day: Luscious (please use definitions 1. and 3 a. and the first sample sentence)https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Period 1: Continue with Poetry Unit!
Period 3: Continue with argumentative writing
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
5/16/17 & 5/17/17: Welcome to class!
Period 1: Words of the Day (look up the dates to find your words on the link below)
https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day/hoodlum-2017-05-16
Poetry Unit or Stations (depending upon attendance)
Period 3:
Word of the Day: Argumentative Essay- Please research what this is and put it in your own words in your notebooks with today's date. Then, turn to a partner and compare your definitions.
Test prep continued- Part 2/ Argument Writing
Closing. Wishing you an awesome day!
5/15/17: Good Morning and TGIF!
Word of the Day: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day/peregrinate-2017-05-15
Odyssey Ware and Independent Reading with a written response on the reading log that we always use or at the very least, a detailed summary in your notebooks.
Closing: Please fill out your weekly station checklist and keep it in your folders.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend :)
On Monday:
View the demo on argumentative essay (see the following link) for the Regents and take notes:
Review and discuss the practice argumentative essay you will be writing and begin writing the introduction.
Transitional words and phrases.
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable week :)
5/12: Please see your sub for directions. Word of the Day: Rabble.
5/11/17: Welcome to Class!
Word of the Day: Preposterous (see attachment below)
Period 1: Poetry Unit (Day 2) *********** If you have missed class today or yesterday, the lesson is attached below. You must scroll all the way to the bottom of this page and look in the attachments section. The lesson is labeled "Welcome to Our Poetry Unit Days 1& 2." You will need to click on the title.
Period 3: Stations and Conferences
Closing: Please fill out your station checklist form every day when you do station work.
Wishing you a positive and productive day!
5/10/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Erstwhile (see attachment below)
Period 1: Poetry Unit (Day 1)
Period 3: Stations and Conferences
Closing: Please fill out your station checklist form every day.
Wishing you a positive and productive day!
5/8/17 & 5/9/17: Welcome to class!
Words of the Day: Saunter& Ethereal (see attachment below)
Stations: Odyssey Ware/ Independent Reading/ Test Prep (Part I, Passages A-C)
Test Prep Station:
Common Core English Regents Practice/ Part I (June 2016 Exam):
Resources for Test Prep Stations (please click on the following link to access previous exams):
http://nysedregents.org/hsela/
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day! :)
5/4/17: Good morning!
Word of the Day: Transcend (see attachment below)
STATIONS to choose from today: Odyssey Ware Station, Independent Reading, Part I of the Regents (multiple choice)
Test prep for period 3 continued
Closing/ Wishing you a positive and productive day! :)
5/2/17 & 5/3/17: Welcome!
Words of the Day: Biased & Sans (see attachment below)
Odyssey Ware Station: Unit 1 should be finished. If it is not, please stay after school this week to get caught up on your work.
Independent Reading with Response after Odyssey Ware.
Period 3: Test prep for the Regents continued.
Closing. Wishing you a productive and positive day :)
5/1/17: Good Morning
Word of the Day: Avid (see attachment below)
Odyssey Ware Station. Unit 1 should be finished. If it is not, please stay after school this week to get caught up on your work.
Independent Reading with Response after Odyssey Ware.
Period 3: Test prep for the Regents
Closing. Wishing you a productive and positive day :)
4/28/17: Welcome to Class! :)
Finish Quizlet activities
Current Events Friday!
Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful day! :) Nice work this week!
4/27/17: Good Morning!
Instead of Word of the day, please go to Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/205068878/march-april-vocabulary-flash-cards/ (you will need to follow the log in prompts)
Select a station once you have completed all of the activities above. Make sure that your show me your quiz grade!
What stuck with you today?
Wishing you a wonderful day :)
4/26/17: Welcome!
Word of the Day: Autonomous
Odyssey Ware and Independent Reading Stations
Closing. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
4/24/17 & 4/25/17: Welcome to class!
Word of the day. We have used Merriam Webster the past two days: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Stations: Odyssey Ware, Independent Reading, or SAT prep
Mini-conferencing throughout the period
Closing. Wishing you a stellar day!
4/12/17 to 4/14/17: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day:
Fluctuate (FLUK-choo-ate): to waver between one thing and another; to change or shift back and forth constantly.
Sample Sentence: The doctor said we should not worry if our weight FLUCTUATED between two and five pounds in either direction of our goal, as long as we were able to maintain a weight in that range.
Today you will work on Odyssey Ware and/or Independent Reading. Please use your time wisely. We will continue with our conferences tomorrow.
Wishing you an enjoyable and productive day :)
4/11/17: Good Morning! :)
Word of the Day:
Credible (KRED-ih-bul): worthy of belief; plausible.
Sample Sentence: The prosecution's witness seemed forthright and CREDIBLE, while those of the defense weren't quite believable.
Odyssey Ware or Independent Reading Stations
While you are working on the above, I'll be holding conferences with students (report cards, personal narratives, and goals).
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day.
4/10/17: Welcome to class!
No word of the day today. We will have one tomorrow.
Please work on Odyssey Ware and Independent Reading.
If you came into class later in the marking period, please select a book or magazine and read for at least 20 minutes. Make sure that you write down where you left off reading or use a post it as a bookmark so that I can go over the assignment with you tomorrow. Thank you!
4/7/17: TGIF! Welcome to class!
Make up day (Odyssey Ware or the Personal Narrative)
Current Events Friday! (ONLY if you have turned in your essay!)
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful weekend :)
4/6/17: Welcome!
Stations:
Odyssey Ware
Personal Narrative Revisions
Make up work
I will be conferencing with students throughout the entire class. Excellent job this week! :) I love seeing all of you work towards your goals. Nicely done!
4/5/17: Good morning!
No Word of the Day today.
A typed and printed draft of your personal narrative is due today by the end of class. Please rate yourself on the rubric before you hand me your work.
If you are done with your personal narrative, please select a station. You may work on Odyssey Ware or do your independent reading with a written response (see your reading log).
Closing. Have a fantastic day :)
4/4/17: Welcome to class!
We do not have a Word of the Day today.
Stations:
Writing Workshops (rough drafts of your personal narratives are due tomorrow)
An online station (Odyssey Ware, SAT Prep, Castle Learning).
The school week of 4/3/17: Good morning!
Word of the Day:
Personal Narrative: A true story that relates to the author’s own personal experience.
Sample Sentence: I once wrote a personal narrative about when I learned to read in the first grade. I'm glad that I remembered all of the details as it brought my writing to life.
. Stations: Odyssey Ware OR your Personal Narrative.
Your personal narrative drafts are due this Wednesday! The final, perfected copy is due by Friday.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
3/31/17: Word of the Day: Cryptic
Personalized learning stations: Please choose between your personal narrative, current events, and Odyssey Ware.
You are managing your time wisely today. You just need to let me know which station or stations you have selected in order for me to document your activities and conference with you.
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable and productive weekend :)
3/29/17 & 3/30/17: Good morning!
Word of the Day: Forge and Construe
Continue with our writing workshop. We will look at more student samples with the same rubric that I will be using to access your personal narrative. Please listen closely when I'm reviewing directions as there are a few steps.
Next step, select a work station (if there is time).
Ticket out the Door: Please post on Padlet at the following link: https://padlet.com/jbenedetto3/ud8p0tqro0hc
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
3/27 & 3/28:
Word of the Day: Flue and Insouciant
1. Deciding What to Say Station: Please go to http://www.teenink.com/.
2. We will look over the site together. You will need to type in Personal Narrative in the search engine on Teen Ink. Then, I will give you time to read at least two student samples of writing. Next steps...
3. In your writer's notebooks, please write down the title and author of the two pieces that you chose to read. Then, write down one thing that you liked about each piece and something you would have done differently. Lastly, explain how looking at these samples has given you ideas for writing your own personal narrative. Explain.
4. Select a second station to work on for 30 minutes. Then, we will work on your Deciding What to Say pieces.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
3/24:
Word of the Day: Adapt
Continue with Deciding What to Say
Closing- See ticket out the door handout. Wishing you a fantatic weekend!
3/23/17: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day: Concoct
Continue with Deciding What to Say (next steps)
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful and productive day :)
3/22/17: Good Morning!
Word of the Day: Derogatory
Quick Write: 1. What words and phrases come to your mind when you hear the word writing? 2. Think back to any type of writing you have ever done (in school or out of school). What was your favorite piece or activity? Why? Explain.
Number a piece of paper in your writer's notebooks 1-12. Please leave space in between each number for writing.
Next, we will complete an assignment called Deciding What to Say. Stay tuned for each step!
Closing.
3/20/17 & 3/21/17: Good morning! I will be in at lunch time.
Word of the Day: (three to four minutes)
https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Station 1: Odyssey Ware (30 to 35 minutes)
Station 2: Independent Reading with response (20 minutes)
Please put all of your materials back into your bin. Thank you!
Closing. Have a wonderful day! :)
3/17/17: Welcome to class and TGIF! :)
Word of the day: Ambiguous
Current Events Friday!
Select a Station or complete more current events activities for extra credit.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day!
3/16/17: Welcome Back!
Word of Day: Acclimated
Quizlet! Please go to: https://quizlet.com/join/3YBkaVpcZ
You will need to sign up, search for a class, and then type in my name. I'll walk you through each step.
Please write your information down in your notebooks so it is there for you next time.
Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful day!
3/14 & 3/15: Snow days
3/13/17 Good Morning!
Words of the day:
https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Review stations and grading policy! There are five weeks left in the marking period. Your progress reports are in the mail!
Stations:
1. Independent Reading
2. Odyssey Ware
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable day! :)
3/6/17 to 3/10/17: Good morning!
Word of the day: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Period 1: 1. Study 2. Review 3.Take test by Thursday
Period 3: A. Select two stations (I'll set the timer) B. Make up your work (see progress reports)
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
3/3/17: Welcome to class! TGIF!
Word of the day:
Recuse: to disqualify (oneself) as judge in a particular case; broadly : to remove (oneself) from participation to avoid a conflict of interest
Sample Sentence: The U.S. Attorney General, Jeff Sessions, recused himself from the investigation into whether or not the White House staff communicated with Russia during the election.
Period 1:
Please finish making your literary term flashcards if you need to do so (they are worth 100 points).
Then, choose a station to work on for the rest of class. If you have time to work on two stations, please do.
Your test is on Monday. Remember to STUDY!
Period 3:
After your word of the day, please study!
TEST!!!!! (no Current Events today due to time)
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic day :)
3/2/17: Welcome to class!
Word of the day: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Period 1:
Please make your literary term flashcards if you need to do so (they are worth 100 points).
Then, choose a station to work on for the rest of class. If you have time to work on two stations, please do.
Your test is tomorrow. Remember to STUDY!
Period 2:
Choose a station to work on until the last ten minutes of class.
Please study your flashcards or notes with a partner the last ten minutes of class.
Your test is tomorrow. Remember to STUDY!
Wishing you a fantastic day :)
3-1-17 Welcome to class :)
Word of the day: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Period 1: Flashcards
Period 3: A. Review for the test on Friday (literary terms)
B. Select a station.
Closing. Wishing you a productive day! :)
2/28/17: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Study for the review game! Please use your flashcards! (8 minutes)
Period 1: Song/ poem activity , then the review games
Period 3:
Finish your flashcards if needed. If you are done, please work on a station.
Literary Terms Review!
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
2/27/17 Welcome Back!
Word of the Day: https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Create your own flashcards to prepare for tomorrow's literary terms review (please see your notes)
Select a station: 1. Independent Reading (with a four to five sentence response) OR 2. Odyssey Ware 3. Please see your list of stations as there are others to choose from if you are in English 11
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable first day back! :)
Welcome! 2/17
Word of the Day
Review the work that I grade each week and log onto E-school (whole group)
Current Events Friday! (individual work) Please turn in your paper when you have completed your work.
Mini-conferences regarding your three week grades. I'll come around while you work on your Current Event assignment.
Closing. Wishing you an enjoyable break! :) A Special shout out to my period 3 class! Keep up the great work!
Welcome to class! 2/15 & 2/16/17
Word of the Day
Review stations and weekly work
Period 1: Review and discuss literary term notes (take notes)
Period 3: Literary Terms Activity: Apply your knowledge!
1. Locate your favorite song lyrics or your favorite poem. You will need to cut and paste your lyrics into a Microsoft Word document. Then, print to 115 or 120 B if 115 is not installed onto your computer.
2. Then, annotate your song or poem by labeling four examples of literary terms. But this time, you’ll annotate for literary terms/ techniques.
3. I’ll review this more. You may want to use a highlighter.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day!
2/14/17 Word of the Day!
Next,
· Period 3: Finish Literary Terms Notes
· All other classes: Begin notes if you have not done so yet
· After notes, select a station
Closing. Have a great day!
2/10/17: SNOW DAY! ENJOY!
2/9/17
Welcome to class!
· Word of the Day
· Literary Term Notes
Next: Flip your station from yesterday. For example, if you did online work yesterday, you will do Independent Reading today:
Stations/ Group 1:
Odyssey Ware. Castle Learning, or Test Prep (see sidebar to the left)
Stations/ Group 2:
Independent Reading with Response. Be sure to fill the space. That usually takes around five sentences at least.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day!
2/8/17 Welcome to class!
· Word of the Day
· Literary Term Notes (period 3)
Next: Flip your station from yesterday. For example, if you did online work yesterday, you will do Independent Reading today:
Stations/ Group 1:
Odyssey Ware. Castle Learning, or Test Prep (see my website)
Stations/ Group 2:
Independent Reading with Response. Be sure to fill the space. That usually takes around five sentences at least.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day
2/7/17 Welcome to class!
Reminder: You have a half day tomorrow that ends at 11 AM
English 10, 11, and 12 Blended Learning
· Word of the Day
· Period 3: Continue with Literary Term Notes
Then,
Station 1:
· Odyssey Ware (10th) OR Test Prep Page with response sheet (11th)
Station 2: (All grades)
· Independent Reading with response sheet. Please select a book from one of my bookshelves if you have not done so yet. Place a post-it with your name onto your book so that I know it is yours. Then, you will read for 15-20 minutes and complete a response on your response sheet. Please place this in your class folder.
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful and productive day!
2/6/17 Welcome to class!
· Word of the Day
· Annotating Codes
· Review Independent Reading (requirement and sheet)
· Quick Write!
· Literary Term Notes (start today and work on all week). Discuss why we are taking these notes.
Station 1: (10th and 12th)
· Odyssey Ware and Conferences
Station 2: (11th)
· Independent Reading with Response
· Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful day
2/3/17: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day
Current Events (please see assignment sheet)/ Possible sources:
Next, share your topic with a partner
Lastly, work on Odyssey ware for my class or another class with the time you have left. Thank you!
Wishing you an enjoyable and safe weekend!
Welcome to class! 2/1/17
Word of the Day (I’ll show you the process)
Watch video. Respond in your notebooks. Discuss.
Finish any work from yesterday if needed (quick write)
Ice breakers:
1. Quote activity:
· Please find your favorite quote online, write it down with its author in marker on computer paper. Make sure that your name is on it as well.
· Then, work with a partner. Share your quote and explain what it means to you and why you like this quote.
2. Beach ball activity
Closing. Wishing you a productive day
New Semester! Welcome!
1/31/17: Welcome to the first day of the new semester!
Please take a folder and a notebook. Then, place your name on both. We will use these items regularly.
Review grading policy and our classroom website
Quick Write (in your new notebooks):
1. What are your goals for the first the weeks of this semester and how will you accomplish these goals?
2. Tell me something you are proud of. This could be yourself, another person, something you’ve accomplished, etc. Explain.
Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful day
English Regents Boot Camp: This and next Monday- Thursday from 2 pm-4 pm!
Practice English Regents:
http://www.nysedregents.org/hsela/
Your exam is on 1/24/17 at 12:30 pm sharp in the cafeteria!
1/21/16: Welcome to class!
1. Annotating activity and analysis with discussion to follow
2. View a demo on argumentative essay for the Regents:
3. Transitional words and phrases
4. Closing/ STUDY! Please try to stay for Boot Camp!
1/19/17: Welcome to class! Nice job yesterday!
1. Regents Review: Part 2 and 3 today and tomorrow.
2. Then, Odyssey Ware and mini-conferences as needed.
Closing. Wishing you a positive and productive day! Please study!
1/17/17 & 1/18/17: Welcome Back!
Review literary terms also know as literary elements and techniques!
Work on one of the writing tasks
Closing. Homework: STUDY! Wishing you a wonderful day :)
The school week of 1/9/17: Exam review (reading, writing, and critical thinking)
Monday: Welcome to class! Part 3 Exam Review (continued from last Friday).
Tuesday: Part 3 continued.
Wednesday: Two hour delay- keep reviewing on your own (you have test packets).
Thursday: Review literary elements and techniques! Then, continue with test preparation (any party).
Friday: Regents Review/ Literary terms (elements and techniques)
Closing. Homework: STUDY! Wishing you a wonderful day :)
The school week of 1/3/17: Happy New Year! Welcome Back!
******************Reminder: Your English Exam is on January 23rd at 12:30 in the Cafeteria******************
Tuesday: I'll be out as my son has a stomach bug. Please see sub for my sub plans
Wednesday: Test Preparation! OR Odyssey Ware (this depends upon your personalized plan)
Thursday: If your personalized learning plan calls for Odyssey Ware, please continue with that plan. I'll be around to conference with each of you.
Friday: TGIF! Please continue with your personalized plan. Excellent work this week! Congratulations, Olivia for finishing our tenth grade English course early!!!!! WOW! Wishing all of you a safe and enjoyable weekend :)
On Tuesday: In your writer's notebooks, please respond to the following:
For students focusing on test prep:
A. 1. What do you know about the English Regents so far? Please list all that you know at this point. 2. What do you need to do in order to feel prepared for the exam on January 24th? 3. Which parts of the exam are you feeling positive about? Which parts of the exam are you concerned about? Please be specific.
NEXT: Introduction to Part 3 of the exam. We have not done this part as a whole group yet. You will need your review packet and the August 18th 2016 exam (page 20).
Closing/ wishing you a productive day :)
12/22/16: Good Morning!
No word of the day today.
Work that should already be done or that you are finishing:
You should have the annotating done for all four texts for Part 2 of the practice exam.
Both outlines to complete your essay should be completed; however, some students just started typing their essays but followed the outlines and that works too.
Please finish your drafts by the end of class today (tomorrow at the latest) and turn them in to Mrs. Benedetto.
If you are done with this first practice essay, please work on your independent reading with the response sheet OR continue answering practice test questions on Castle Learning (look for Common Core Regents).
Closing. wishing you a fantastic day! :)
12/20 & 12/21: Welcome!
Please continue working on your exam review.
You should have the annotating done and both outlines filled out for Part 2.
Once those steps have been completed, you may write the essay with a partner, by yourself, or we could write one as a class. What works best for you?
Closing. Wishing you a productive and fabulous day! :)
12/19/16: Welcome to class! :)
Word of the Day and Sample Sentences:
Abrasive- rough; coarse; harsh
The waves had an abrasive action on the rocks.
An abrasive display of rude behavior can not be tolerated at the work place.
Please continue with all of the steps we have been working on to write an argumentative essay. Please see the agendas below if you have lost your place.
Closing. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day! :)
12/16/16: Good Morning! TGIF!
Please see the next set of vocabulary words from yesterday's agenda below if you missed yesterday.
Current Events Friday!
Lastly, finish up any work that needs to be finished. This might be one of the following: 1. Regents Review 2. Castle Learning 3. Odyssey Ware 4. Independent Reading
Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful weekend! :)
12/15/16: Welcome!
Group 2
Group 2
http://www.majortests.com/sat/wordlist-01
Please continue with the work we started yesterday (annotating the four texts of the English Regents/ Part 2 to write your argumentative essay).
See the agenda from yesterday as needed.
Closing/ Wishing you a productive and safe day :) Stay warm!
12/14/16: Good morning!
No word of the day today. Please start with the first item on the list below:
Work on Part I of the Regents on Castle Learning or in the test packet
Finish reviewing the test preparation packet for the exam
Read and annotate the articles for the argumentative essay we select to write as a group for practice
Then, use both of your graphic organizers to plan for our class essay
Closing/ Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day
12/13/16: Good morning!
Please review your vocabulary words for the quiz (we reviewed on Quizlet yesterday)
Take quiz (period 7 will work on Odyssey Ware after the quiz)
All other classes:
Work on Part I of the Regents on Castle Learning or in the test packet when you have completed the quiz
Begin reviewing the test preparation packet for the exam (we did not get to this yet)
If there is time:
Read and annotate the articles for the argumentative essay we select to write as a group for practice
Then, use both of your graphic organizers to plan for our class essay
Closing/ Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day
12/12/16: Welcome to class!
Stations:
All Students: Quizlet Activties and Pretest (look for Mrs. Benedetto's ELA Class at www.quizlet.com)
Regents Review/Students taking the exam in January: A. Reviewing the test preparation packet, transitional words/ phrases, and sentence starters B. Select a topic and begin writing your first practice essay! Use your all of your resources! This is excellent practice.
Odyssey Ware
Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful day :)
12/9/16: TGIF!
Quizlet (look for Mrs. Benedetto's ELA Class)
Current Events Friday!
Closing. Wishing you a safe, productive, and enjoyable weekend!
12/8/16: Welcome to class!
Regents Preparation:
1. Please go to Castle Learnign and
log in with your SCSD login and
password
2. Work on Castle Learning
assignments/ Mini-conferences
with your teacher as you work.
Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful day :)
12/6/16 & 12/7/16: Welcome to class!
Words of the day (please leave space in between each word for sample sentences):
SAT Vocabulary/ Group 1
SAT Vocabulary/ Group 1
http://www.majortests.com/sat/wordlist-01
Please look at Monday's agenda below and pick up where you left off. Several students left off at the start of Step 4.We will review and discuss your answers to Step 4 as a whole group.
After step 4, please log in to the following site with you SCSD login and password:
Welcome to Castle Learning! This is one of the places where you will prepare for the the English Common Core Regents.
Closing/ Wishing you a fantastic and productive day!
12/5/16: Welcome back!
No word of the day today.
1. Please look closely at your personal narratives and rate yourself on the rubric.
How do you think you did?
2. Then, look over the rubric I completed based upon your work. Are we close?
3. Next, revise your work. Locate your document and begin revising. Once your copy is perfected, please print to 115 and hand me your draft, your rubrics, and your perfected copy.
4. Research: 1. Look up (Google) argumentative essays 2. In your writer's notebooks, tell me what an argumentative essay is and how to write this type of essay. 3. Research the following terms: Ethos/ Logos/ Pathos. What did you learn? How will these devices be helpful to you as you practice argumentative writing?
5. Look over an English Regents/ Discuss. Begin working on multiple choice questions if there is time left.
Closing/ Have a wonderful and productive day :)
12/2/16: TGIF! :)
Welcome to class!
Vocabulary Quiz/ Quizlet. No word of the day today. Please study for the first five to seven minutes of class.
Current Events Friday! What is going on in the world? Your topic could be local, national, or international. Possible Sources:
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/
http://tweentribune.com/category/teen/
http://www.cnn.com/studentnews/
http://www.eduplace.com/ss/current/
Closing. Wishing you a fantastic Friday!
12/1/16: Welcome to class!
Word of the day: Boisterous- a : noisily turbulent : rowdy b : marked by or expressive of exuberance and high spirits
Sample sentence: My amazing students were extremely boisterous as they discussed exciting and controversial topics during our Lit Arts after school program every Friday.
Stations: 1. Odyssey Ware for Ninth or Tenth Grade Students Only
2. Test Preparation (see Regents Review and SAT Prep page on sidebar)
2. Independent Reading with Response (see your reading log)
Closing. Have a fantastic day!
11/30/16: Good morning!
Word of the day: Accentuate- intensify, emphasize, accent.
Sample sentence: My grandmother used to always say that we should accentuate the positive as it leads to a happier life.
Stations: 1. Personal Narratives (due today)
2. Odyssey Ware OR Test Prep (see NYS Regents Common Core Website)
3. Independent Reading with Response (see your reading log)
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day :)
11/29/16: Welcome!
Word of the day: Pessimism- a feeling or belief that bad things will happen in the future: a feeling or belief that what you hope for will not happen.
Sample sentence: Unfortunately, some students expressed pessimism about the state exams that were a few weeks away even though scores went up last year.
Stations: 1. Personal Narratives (due tomorrow)
2. Odyssey Ware OR Test Prep (see NYS Regents Common Core Website)
3. Independent Reading with Response (see your reading log)
Closing. Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day :)
11/28/16: Welcome back! I hope that you enjoyed your time off :)
Word of the Day: Optimism- a feeling or belief that good things will happen in the future: a feeling or belief that what you hope for will happen.
Sample Sentence: Both students expressed optimism about the future of our new school program.
Stations: 1. Personal Narratives (due this Wednesday)
2. Odyssey Ware OR Test Prep (see NYS Regents Common Core Website)
3. Independent Reading with Response (see your reading log)
Closing/ Wishing you a productive and enjoyable day!
11/22/16: Welcome to class! I hope that you enjoyed your snow day!
1. Quizlet Activities and Quiz at www.quizlet.com
2. Continue working on your personal narratives- they are due next Wednesday at the latest!
Closing
Wishing you a wonderful five days off!
Agenda 11/18/2016 Happy Friday!! I love you all so much.
No word of the day today! Answer this question in your writer’s notebook:
What is the topic of your personal narrative and why did you choose this topic?
Drafting! Start drafting your essays!
If you’ve already started, look it over a few times and think of anything you can add. If you need to, look back to the “How to Write an Essay” worksheet I handed out yesterday and think about the answers to some of the questions.
Peer Review.
For the second half of the class, we will pause and peer review each others work. If you’re not finished that’s fine! You can still use the feedback as you continue to draft your essays.
Closing. Grade yourself on the work you’ve done today on a scale of 1-10. 1 being “Wow! I didn’t do so great today.” 10 being “I did awesome!!”
Reminder! You have a vocabulary quiz on Monday so study the terms on the study sheet!!
Agenda 11/17/2016 Happy Thursday!
Word of the day
Diligent: When a person works hard and carefully.
Sample Sentence: The students were being really diligent as they worked on their personal narrative essays in class.
Class essay activity
As a class we're going to go over the planning process and drafting process then write an essay together.
Begin drafting your essays!
Closing. How far did you get in your personal narrative? Do you think you have a good start?
Here are some useful links!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBQ8dU0KPtg
This is a video that explains the planning process of writing a personal narrative.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2H29fRVqf8
This video gives some useful tips on writing an introduction
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJMQWNd1TT8
This video gives some useful tips on writing a conclusion!
You can also access the "How to Write an Essay" handout in the downloads below that explains everything in the videos above.
Have a great rest of your day!
Agenda 11/16/2017 Hey, it’s Wednesday!
Word of the day
Hook (essay): The first two sentences of an essay that grabs the reader’s attention.
Sample Sentence: Make sure your essay has an interesting hook, otherwise no one will read it.
Examine sample essays
We will continue the sample essay activity from yesterday, and grade two sample essays as a class.
Essay writing activity
We will be writing an essay as a class!
Begin drafting
This is when you will start drafting your own personal narratives.
Closing. When thinking about writing your own personal narrative, how prepared do you feel on a scale of 1-10? 10 being super prepared and 1 being not prepared at all.
Have a fun and safe Wednesday!!
Agenda 11/15/2016 Half-Day Tuesday!
Word of the Day:
Expository: Intended to explain or describe something.
Sample Sentence: The journalist wrote an expository on the treatment of children who worked in coal mines during the 1920s.
Finish up Deciding What to Say (more writing, yaay! You can do it!!)
Essay grading activity
We’ll be looking at sample essays and giving them a grade as a class! Try to keep in mind the aspects of the “good” essays when you go on to write your own personal narratives!
Closing. After this essay grading activity, do you have a better idea of what a “good” essay looks like versus a “bad” essay?
Agenda 11/14/2016 Hooray for Monday!
Word of the day:
Personal Narrative: A true story that relates to the author’s own personal experience.
Sample Sentence: When I was younger I wrote a personal narrative about how my dad taught me to ride a bike.
Deciding What to Say PowerPoint.
You will need your writer’s notebook for this activity. No laptops or cellphones necessary!
Closing:
Did this activity help you think of a topic for a personal narrative? If yes, what is the topic you would like to write about? If not, can you think of a topic you would rather write about?
Have a Marvelous Monday!
Agenda 11/10/2016 Hooray for Thursday!
Word of the Day
Amiable: having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner
Sample sentence: My grandmother is always very amiable; she says hi to the neighbors and invites my friends over to dinner.
Poetry Test (For those who haven’t taken it yet)
Current Events Thursday!
Here are some sample articles you can choose from. Or you can find your own!
http://www.syracuse.com/us-news/index.ssf/2016/11/donald_trump_election_protests_oakland.html
This article is about protests that happened across the country on Wednesday in response to the election results.
This is an article about how employers tend to hire less young people due to lack of experience.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/07/world/australia-police-arrest-woman-with-koala-in-bag-trnd/index.html
And for those who would like a little break from all the drama in the world, this is an article about an old woman who hid a baby koala in her bag in Australia.
Of course, feel free to pick your own articles if these do not interest you!
Here are some sources you can use:
Agenda 11/9/2016 Happy Wednesday!
-No word of the day today. Instead use this time to study for your poetry test.
-Poetry test. This will probably take the next two days. Take your time and do your best!
-If you finish the test before class is over, use this time to catch up on work or silent read.
Good luck and have a wonderful Wednesday!
Agenda 11/7/2016 Welcome back!
1. Word of the day
a. Copious: Large in number or quantity
b. Sample Sentence: The students had a copious amount of review in store for them for their class that day.
2. Station 1 (whole group): Kahoot review on authors
3. Station 2 (whole group): Question power point
4. Station 3: Quizlet Review—Play review games on your laptop for 10-15 minutes OR matching activity—match the terms with their correct definition
5. Closing. After you have completed these review activities, how confident do you feel for Wednesday’s test?
Have a wonderful Monday! Remember, no school tomorrow!
Agenda 11/04/2016 YAAAY for Friday!!
Word of the Day:
Garner: Assemble or get together
Sample Sentence: The church members are trying to garner enough funds to purchase the pastor a new house.
Finish up your “Where I’m From” poems (15 minutes)
Current events
Closing. What was your article about? Have a fun and safe weekend!!
This is an article about a student from Corcoran High School, Chase Coleman who was shoved by 57 year old Martin MacDonald, saying “Get out of here”. The mother thinks it was due to the fact that her son is both black and disabled.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/03/africa/morocco-teen-girls-kissing-jail/index.html
This article is about how two young women in Morocco face jail time for kissing each other.
OR if you would like to find your own article, you can use one of the sources below!
Agenda 11/03/2016 Happy Thursday!!
Word of the Day:
Memoir: A historical account or biography written from personal knowledge or special sources.
Sample Sentence: The man wrote a memoir of his life so his grandchildren could read it after he died.
Finalize “Where I’m From” Poems (10 minutes).
6 Word Memoirs (see presentation)
Closing. Have a wonderful Thursday!
11/02/2016: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day:
Frugal: To avoid wasting something
Sample Sentence: The students were being frugal with their time because they spent every minute of class working hard.
Writer's Workshop! Write your own Where I'm from Poem!
Name activity --> Poem
"Where I'm From" Introduction:
http://www.georgeellalyon.com/where.html
Template:
******You may create your own version of the following template. The templates are available to help you get started.
http://www.scholastic.com/content/collateral_resources/pdf/t/Target_I_am_from%20poem.pdf
Examples:
A. http://www.swva.net/fred1st/wif.htm
Who would like to share her or his favorite line?
Closing/ Wishing you a fantastic and productive day! :)
Agenda 11/1/2016 Happy Tuesday!!
Word of the Day!
Periodical: A magazine or newspaper published at regular intervals
Sample Sentence: I have a friend named Sam who writes periodicals about the ocean.
Author Study continued (Eve Merriam, Mark Strand, and Tupac Shakur)
OdysseyWare / Independent Reading (Or if you would like to finish your crossword puzzles / word searches from yesterday you may do that as well)
Closing: What was the most interesting thing you learned about one of the authors today?
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Agenda 10/31/2016 Happy Halloween!!
Word of the day!
Marginalize: To treat a person, or group as insignificant.
Sample Sentence: Minority groups often feel marginalized by majority groups because their thoughts and opinions are not acknowledged.
Author Study on Maya Angelou, Nikki Giovanni, and Audre Lorde
Halloween Crossword puzzle.
Closing. What is something interesting that you learned about today’s authors?
Have a safe and fun Halloween!
Agenda 10/28/2016 TGIF!!
No word of the day today! Use the first ten minutes of class to study for the vocabulary quiz!
Vocabulary quiz
Current Events Friday!
Closing. What did you learn from the article you chose today?
Wishing you a fun and safe weekend!!
This article is about the older man, Maurice Crawley who was arrested and detained over the summer. It caused quite an uproar in parts of the community, and there was even a Black Lives Matter protest about it. He's part of the OG's Against Violence group, and is now suing the Syracuse Police department for the way he was treated while being arrested. There is a video on attached to the article that is a recording of the event, as well.
This article is about how a sewage pipe broke and leaked 7 million gallons of sewage into Onondaga Lake--a lake that has been under treatment for some time now (treatment meaning, they have been working on getting rid of the pollution in the lake in order to make it clean again).
OR if you would like to find your own article, you can use one of the sources below!
Agenda 10/27/2016: Hooray for Thursday!!
Word of the Day!
· Imperative: of vital importance; crucial
· Sample Sentence: It was imperative that everyone understood the rules so that this would not happen again.
Station 1: Finish up Caged Bird practice questions
Station 2: Word of the Day Quiz Review (Quizlet, flash cards)
Station 3: Independent Reading
Closing. Wishing you a wonderful day!
Agenda 10/26/2016
1. Word of the day!
· Form: the physical structure of the poem: the length of the lines, their rhythms, their rhyme scheme, and repetition
· Sample Sentence: The poem “Caged Bird” has a very rhythmic from; as you read the poem it sounds as if it could be a song.
2. Finish poetry activity from Tuesday
3. Quizlet Practice
4. Question practice
5. Closing. Wishing you a wonderful Wednesday!
10/25/16: Welcome to class!
1. Word of the day !
Fastidious: giving careful attention to detail
Sample Sentence: The students were being fastidious as they closely read their poems. Their work showed they payed close attention to detail.
2. Poster activity with Caged Bird by Maya Angelou (Comparing the "Free bird" with the "Caged bird")
3. Discussion question poster activity
4. Closing. Wishing you a wonderful Tuesday!
Agenda 10/24/2016: Welcome to class!
Word of the day (50 Words Every High School Student Should Know)
Metonymy: A figure of speech where you replace the name of something with an object that is closely related to it
Sample Sentence: People often refer to the Queen of England as "The Crown".
Station 1 Annotating poetry (whole group)
Station 2 Poetry/small group discussions (if there are enough students)
Closing. Have a magnificent Monday!
Agenda 10/21/2016: Welcome to class! TGIF!
1. No word of the day today! Instead study the four most recent vocabulary words.
2. Vocabulary Quiz!
3. Current Events Fridays! Today, you will select out your own articles. If you do not want to choose your own articles, please look at the following articles and links below:
http://whatstrending.com/wtfem/23079-nadya-okamoto-camions-of-care-homeless-women#
This article is about a young lady who established an organization that provides homeless women with feminine hygiene products. I thought it would be a nice switch up cause I feel like we've been covering more depressing parts of the news for current events which can be a bummer. There's also a 2 minute video where the girl, Nadya talks about why she decided to start this organization.
Topic of above link: Nigeria: Boko Haram 'releases 21 Chibok girls'
OR, choose one of the following links to explaore: www.syracuse.com. www.PBS.org, http://www.teenkidsnews.com/, or www.CNN.com
a. For those of you who haven’t done the poetry activity from Wednesday you will be doing it with Miss Christensen BEFORE you start your Current Events.
4. ******** Closing. Wishing you a Fantastic Friday! (Despite all the rain)
Agenda 10/20/2016
Welcome! Happy Thursday!
1. Word of the day, (50 Words Every High School Student Should Know)
Sympathy: Feelings of pity or sorrow for someone else's misfortune
Example Sentence: I feel sympathy for the children whenever I see the St. Jude's Hospital commercials on television.
2. Add the finishing touches to your Mark Strand/Eve Merriam interviews
3. Make up day! Finish up any work you may have missed.
4. Closing. Wishing you a tremendous Thursday!
10/19/2016: Welcome to class!
Warm Up: No word of the today today! Please answer the following question in your writer's notebooks, don't forget today's date!
-Name something you have great appreciation for. Why do you appreciate this person/thing/place etc.?
1. Poetry Unit continued (Nikki Giovanni and Tupac)
2. Whole group writing activity
3. Closing
Wishing you a wonderful day!
10/18: Welcome to class! :)
Word of the Day: See Smart Board
Station 1: Poetry (whole group)/ Poems you may need to access:
"Eating Poetry" by Mark Strand ( poem and audio): https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems-and-poets/poems/detail/52959
Nikki Rosa by Nikki Giovanni (poem and audio: http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/nikki-rosa/ (For Wednesday)
Monday and Tuesday: Write and Present Mock Interviews with Mark Strand
Station 2: Test Preparation Online: Please check to see if you can access our classroom website:
https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbenedettoswebsite/. If this is working, we will proceed. If it isn't, go to the next station..
Station 3: Test Preparation Packet (multiple choice) OR Independent Reading with Response (see your sheet)
Wishing you a wonderful, safe, and productive day :)
10/17/16: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Station 1: Poetry (whole group)
Station 2: Odyssey Ware OR Test Prep (independent reading with response or multiple choice questions in test packet) ***** If everyone can access my website, we will use the online test prep page I made for you: https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbenedettoswebsite/grading-policy/sat-prep-word-power
Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful, safe, and productive day :)
10/14/16: Welcome! TGIF! :)
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Station 1: Word of the Day Review with Quizlet (create a log in and password)
Station 2: Current Events! (view video, complete response, discuss as a class)
Link to video clip:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84U1Qkv-wjE
Closing/ Wishing you a safe and enjoyable weekend! :)
10/13/16: Welcome!
Warm Up:
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Station 1: Poetry (Whole group)
Station 2: Odyssey Ware
Station 3: Test Prep (for students who are reviewing for the January exam)
Closing/ Wishing you a productive and fantastic day!
10/11/ & 10/12/16: Welcome! TGIF! :)
Warm Up:
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Station 1: Odyssey Ware
https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
Station 2: Test Prep (for students who are reviewing for the January exam)
Station 3: Poetry Unit (period 1, writing activity)
Closing/ Have an awesome day!!!! :)
10/7/16: Welcome! TGIF! :)
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Station 1: Odyssey Ware
https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
Station 2:
Current Events Link to Explore (with response sheet):
Closing/ Wishing you a restful and enjoyable weekend :)
10/4/ through 10/7/16: Welcome!
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Station 1: Whole group/ Poetry
Station 2: Odyssey Ware https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth OR Independent Reading with Response (English 9 &10)
Station 3: Test Prep or Independent Reading with Response (English 11)
**** Stations depend upon who needs which credit
Closing/ Have a great day! :)
10/3/16: Welcome to class! :)
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Stations:
1. Odyssey Ware for students who need this credit: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
2. Test Preparation (close reading and answering multiple choice questions)
3. Independent Reading with Response Sheet (place in folders, please)
Closing / Wishing you a wonderful day :)
9/29/16: Welcome! TGIF! :)
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Miss Christensen: 1. Current Events Friday with response! 2. Independent Reading with response (after current events)
Link: ttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zHgzPDaJ5c (Miss Chistensen's choice)
OR...
Current Events Link to Explore:
Progress Report Conferences: Mrs. Benedetto will meet with students throughout class individually
Closing/ Wishing you a restful and enjoyable weekend :)
9/28/16: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Share literary term themed comics if you have not done so (partner or whole group- take a vote!)
Stations:
1. Odyssey Ware: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
2. Independent Reading with Response Sheet (place in folders, please)
Closing / Wishing you a wonderful day :)
9/28/16: Welcome to class!
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Share literary term themed comics if you have not done so (partner or whole group- take a vote!)
Stations:
1. Odyssey Ware: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
2. Independent Reading with Response Sheet (place in folders, please)
Closing / Wishing you a wonderful day :)
9/27/16: Welcome! Please remember to make up any missed quizzes or tests.
Word of the Day Warm Up: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Finish and share comics as needed for each class(some students did this yesterday, one class still needs to). The links and the directions for the comic apps are on yesterday's agenda below.
Odyssey Ware: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
Independent Reading with response sheet if there's time after Odyssey Ware
Closing/ Wishing you a fabulous day :)
9/26/16: Welcome back! We hope you had a restful and enjoyable weekend :)
Word of the Day Warm Up: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Create Your Own Comic With Literary Terms! Comic book activity that we will share when everyone is finished
Silent reading or Odyssey Ware when you finish your comic:
Links to Comic Online Applications:
Please use a literary term in your comic- show in action! See student examples under the document camera.
Choose one (many students like option 1):
******Don't forget to print your work to 115 (science room next door)!
Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful day :)
9/23/16: Welcome to class! :)
Sorry, no Word of the Day today. Please use that time to study instead :)
Take your literary terms test- Good luck! You've been working hard all week! You've got this!
Current Events Friday!
Closing/ Wishing you a fantastic, safe, and productive weekend :)
9/22/16: Welcome! :)
Warm up:
Word of the day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Literary Terms Test preparation! 1) Matching 2) Name that term!
Take Part I of the test. Good Luck!
Have a terrific and productive day!
9/21/16:Welcome to class!
Warm up:
Word of the day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Kahoot and Quiz on Words of the Day!
Continue Reviewing Common Core English Regents (review and discuss notes/ look over exam/ start practicing)
Odyssey Ware (for students who are earning this credit)
Closing/ Wishing you a terrific and productive day! :)
9/20/16: Welcome to class!
Warm up:
Word of the day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Whole Group: Literary Terms Scavenger Hunt Extravaganza! Get ready to have some academic fun!
Continue Reviewing Common Core English Regents (review and discuss notes/ look over exam/ start practicing)
Odyssey Ware (for students who are earning this credit)
Closing/ Wishing you a fantastic and productive day! :)
9/19/16: Welcome!
Warm ups:
Word of the day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
It's okay to be.... It's not okay to be... and I wish my students knew...
Play Kahoot to review literary terms (seventh period only/ third period is done)
Review English Regents (review and discuss notes) for students taking the English Common Core Regents in January
Odyssey Ware (for students who need this credit)
Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful day! :)
9/16/16: Welcome! TGIF!
Current Events Friday!
Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lenient
Whole group activity with clip and article
Individual activity (review lists we created on posters with your initials last week)
Current Events Link to Explore:
http://www.studentnewsdaily.com/
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/
http://tweentribune.com/category/teen/
http://www.cnn.com/studentnews/
http://www.eduplace.com/ss/current/
Closing/ Thank you for your participation this week!
Wishing you a wonderful weekend! :)
9/15/16: Welcome to class!
DIN: Word of the Day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Literary Term Notes (finish up as needed)
Odyssey Ware (pretest)
Independent Reading Time
Closing
Wishing you a wonderful day!
9/14/16: Welcome to class!
DIN: Word of the Day (please see directions below on 9/9 agenda)
Literary Term Notes
Odyssey Ware
Independent Reading Time
Closing
Wishing you a fantastic day!
9/13/16: Welcome!
DIN: Word of the Day (please see directions below on 9/9 agenda)
Finish annotating activity (4-5 annotations) and share your work with a partner (turn in).
Listening activity. Write 3 facts in notebooks/ discuss.
Literary Term Notes (write in notebooks).
Select an independent reading book. Place a post it somewhere on the book with your name so that we know you've signed that book out.
Closing/ Thank you for your participation!
Wishing you a wonderful day :)
September 12: Welcome to class!
*******Period 3: Use Friday's agenda******
Period 7:
DIN: Word of the day (please see last agenda for directions)
Annotating codes/ practice with a poem or song of your choice (locate and print to printer 115)
Select an independent reading book (place name and title on sign out sheet)
***** Closing. Have an awesome day!
September 9th: Welcome to class! Current Events Friday!
1. Word of the day:
Please use the following link for the DIN each day this week; follow the step by step directions below A-C: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
A. Write down the word of the day and its definition in your writer's notebooks with today's date
B. Then, use it in a complete sentence OR write a sample sentence used on this site with the word
C. Please remember to place the date at the top of your entry each day!
D. Reminder: If you are absent, you are still responsible for each and every Word of the Day assignment that you missed.
Next...
2. What topics interest you in regards to Current Events? Discuss as a whole group.
3. Review and Discuss the Who, What, Where, Why, When Worksheet
4. View and video and apply what we've viewed to the 5 W worksheet as a whole group. Discuss and Collect. Link to video: http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-preseason/0ap3000000691102/Colin-Kaepernick-refuses-to-stand-for-National-Anthem
5. Start Literary Term notes if there is time. If we run out of time, we will start on Monday.
******Closing/ Wishing you a wonderful and safe weekend! Thank you for your participation! :)
September 7th and 8th/ Welcome to class!
Fill out and review important paperwork.
Complete and share icebreakers.
Please clean up your work space and push in your chairs before leaving. Thank you!
Have a nice day!
End of 2015/2016 school year: Welcome to class! :)
4/11/16:
Welcome to the new and last marking period of the school year!
Daily Agenda for May and June 2016:
1. Word of the day: Please use the following link for the DIN each day this week; follow the step by step directions below A-C: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
A. Write down the word of the day and its definition in your writer's notebooks with today's date
B. Then, use it in a complete sentence OR write a sample sentence used on this site with the word
C. Please remember to place the date at the top of your entry each day!
D. Reminder: If you are absent, you are still responsible for each and every Word of the Day assignment that you missed.
2. Odyssey Ware: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
Reminder: You must have at least two or more units completed before the end of this marking period. This is in addition to the writer's notebooks, participation, attendance, class work, staying on task, etc. Please set goals and work towards accomplishing them each day. You should complete two to three Odyssey Ware assignments each day during our 90 minutes together.
After you have completed your Odyssey Ware, work on the following for the last fifteen minutes of class:
3. A. Please go to the following and locate my name: http://corp.castlelearning.com/ OR B. Free Rice (please see me if you choose this option)
4. Closing and conference time. Wishing you all a wonderful and productive day!
******ATTENTION, Students! You have THREE WEEKS left in the marking period! How will you reach your goals?
Agenda for the entire month of March:
1. Word of the day: Please use the following link for the DIN each day this week; follow the step by step directions below A-C: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
A. Write down the word of the day and its definition in your writer's notebooks with today's date
B. Then, use it in a complete sentence OR write a sample sentence used on this site with the word
C. Please remember to place the date at the top of your entry each day!
D. Reminder: If you are absent, you are still responsible for each and every Word of the Day assignment that you missed.
2. Odyssey Ware: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
Reminder: You must have at least two or more units completed before the end of this marking period. This is in addition to the writer's notebooks, participation, attendance, class work, staying on task, etc. Please set goals and work towards accomplishing them each day. You should complete two to three Odyssey Ware assignments each day during our 90 minutes together.
After you have completed your Odyssey Ware, work on the following for the last twenty minutes of class:
3. Please go to the following and locate my name: http://corp.castlelearning.com/
4. Closing and conference time. Wishing you all a wonderful and productive day!
3/3/16:
This is in addition to Word of the Day:
Please view the following video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcruIov45bI
Then answer the following questions:
1. What do you think of the concept that happiness is helping others? Explain.
2. What do you think of the video? Make a text connection. Explain:
Text to Text (Does this connect to another piece you have read? what? Explain)
Text to Self (Does this connect to you? How? Explain)
Text to World (Does this connect to the world? How? Explain)
Next: See agenda below...
Agenda for the week of 2/29:
1. DIN: Word of the day (see the links and directions below in previous agendas)
2. A. Please go to the following link and take the quiz. Don't worry about your grade! Quiz yourself to see what you know!
http://writeathome.polldaddy.com/s/100-words-every-high-school-freshman-should-know
Afterwards, please write a brief reflection. How did you do? What did you think of the words that every freshman should know? Were you surprised? Explain.
B. If you've already completed the above activity (2A) please look through the following activites to see your options:https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbenedettoswebsite/grading-policy/sat-prep-word-power
3. Odyssey Ware: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
Reminder: You must have at least two or more units completed before the end of this marking period. This is in addition to the writer's notebooks, participation, attendance, staying on task, etc. Please set goals and work towards accomplishing them each day.
AND/OR
4. Please go to the following and locate my name: http://corp.castlel
5. Closing and conferences/ Have a great day! :)
Welcome Back!
Agenda for the school week of February 22, 2016:
1. DIN: Your choice of Free Rice or Word of the Day. Scroll down (under this agenda) to the week of February 8th and/ or the week of February 1st. The links and the directions to each are listed below on previous agendas- you just need to LOOK :)
2. Odyssey Ware: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
Reminder: You must have at least two or more units completed before the end of this marking period. This is in addition to the writer's notebooks, participation, attendance, staying on task, etc. Please set goals and work towards accomplishing them each day.
AND/OR
3. Please go to the following and locate my name: http://corp.castlel
4. Closing and conference time. Wishing you all a wonderful and productive day!
Agenda for the school week of February 8, 2016:
1. Word of the day: Please use the following link for the DIN each day this week; follow the step by step directions below A-C: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
A. Write down the word of the day and its definition in your writer's notebooks with today's date
B. Then, use it in a complete sentence OR write a sample sentence used on this site with the word
C. Please remember to place the date at the top of your entry each day!
2. Odyssey Ware: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth
Reminder: You must have at least two or more units completed before the end of this marking period. This is in addition to the writer's notebooks, participation, attendance, staying on task, etc. Please set goals and work towards accomplishing them each day.
AND/OR
3. Please go to the following and locate my name: http://corp.castlel
4. Closing and conference time. Wishing you all a wonderful and productive day!
Agenda for the entire school week of February 1:
Welcome to class! :)
1. DIN: Free Rice/ Please go to http://freerice.com/#/english-vocabulary/1492 to practice your vocabulary for English class EVERY DAY this week. Do this for ten minutes each morning this week. Afterwards, in your writer's notebooks, write down the following:
1. What you learned today (give an example of a word or two)
2. How did you do? (was it easy or difficult?).
3. Include what level you left off on today (1-60)
4. How many grains of rice did you donate today?
2. Let's try something new! Please go to the following and locate my name: http://corp.castlel
3. Odyssey Ware: https://syracuse.owschools.com/owsoo/login/auth You must have at least two or more units completed before the end of this marking period. This is in addition to the writer's notebooks, participation, attendance, staying on task, etc.
3. Closing and conference time
4. Please pick up your work space before leaving class- thank you!
*****Marking Period 3! Welcome to your interactive ninth and tenth grade English page! ******
There are 4 days left in the marking period. Will you meet your goals? How? What exactly will you do each day?
Agenda for the entire school week of 1/11 to 11/15:
Welcome to class! :)
1. DIN: Free Rice/ Please go to http://freerice.com/#/english-vocabulary/1492 to practice your vocabulary for English class EVERY DAY this week. Do this for ten minutes each morning this week. Afterwards, in your writer's notebooks, write down what you learned today (give an example of a word or two) and how you did (superior?). Include what level you left off on today (1-60).
2. Let's try something new! Please go to the following: http://corp.castlel
3. Odyssey Ware: You must have at least two or more units completed before the end of this marking period. This is in addition to the writer's notebooks, participation, attendance, staying on task, etc. Please set so me goals and work toward them each day.
3. Closing and conference time
4. Please pick up your work space before leaving class- thank you!
The school week of 1/4/16 to 1/8/16: Happy New Year! Welcome to class!
1. Word of the day/ please see both links and the directions below: http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/category/word-of-the-day/?_r=0 & http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/agglomeration
Write down the word of the day and its definition in your writer's notebooks and use it in a complete sentence or write a sample sentence from one of the links above. Please remember to place the date at the top of your entry each day.
2. Odyssey Ware: You must have at least two or more units completed before the end of this marking period. This is in addition to the writer's notebooks, participation, attendance, staying on task, etc. Please set so me goals and work toward them each day.
3. Closing and conference time: Please listen!
Keke: https://www.ocps.net/lc/southwest/hdp/AC/subject/Documents/TMDG%20Analysis.pdf
Have a wonderful day! :)
12/21: Welcome! :)
* Word of the day: http://www.merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
* Odyssey Ware
* Free rice http://freerice.com/#/english-vocabulary/1497 or independent reading
Closing/ Have a lovely day!
12/17 & 12/18 TGIF!: Good morning!
DIN: Discuss progress reports and hand them out at the end of class and review agenda
Odyssey Ware, Free Rice, and/ or independent reading
Closing
12/15 & 12/16: Welcome to class! Please read the agenda closely. You have choices :)
1. Look through your Odyssey Ware assignments. Complete at least two lessons today.
2. Then (or in place of the above), select an independent reading book from the bookshelf.
3. OR go Free Rice @ http://freerice.com/#/english-vocabulary/1497 and practice your vocabulary. Remember to change your level when it becomes too easy.
Assignments to follow choices 2 and 3 (tomorrow)!
Have a fabulous day :)
12/14: Good morning!
DIN: In your writer's notebooks, please do the following:
1. Vote on Mrs. Benny reading a book out loud each day for fifteen to twenty minutes or selecting an independent reading book to read (just write yes or no and explain your reasoning). You will have a short writing assignment after both options.
2. Goal Setting: What will you accomplish in class this week? Why is this important to you? Explain.
Next, continue working on Odyssey Ware. Remember to use your notebooks as a resource for an extra grade. Take notes! Write down important information, new vocabulary words, questions, etc.
12/11: TGIF! Welcome to class!
You have three choices today!
Odyssey Ware
View A Raisin In The Sun and take notes
SAT prep: https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbenedettoswebsite/grading-policy/sat-prep-word-power
Closing
Have a safe and restful weekend!
12/10: Good morning!
DIN: Goal setting/ 1. In your notebooks, please write down two goals for today's class. 2. How will you achieve your goals? 3. When will you feel like you have accomplished something meaningful today that is going to help you earn credit for this class?
Continue with Odyssey Ware.
Vote on Mrs. Benny reading a book out loud each day for fifteen to twenty minutes or selecting an independent reading book to read. You will have a short writing assignment after both options.
TOD= Ticket Out The Door
Have a wonderful day!
12/8 & 12/9: Welcome!
Thank you for the last two days! Almost all of you are on task and getting your work done! :) Keep up the phenomenal work!
Where are you on your Odyssey Ware lessons? Based upon YOUR answer, either finish lessons 2-4 or start the next lessons (5,6,7). Basically, keep going!
If you would like to try some test practice for eleventh grade Regents YOU will be taking this JUNE, please go to the following link: https://www.4tests.com/exam/regents-english/0/28863083
Closing!
Have an awesome day!
12/7: Good Morning! Welcome to Class!
Please make sure that your scavenger hunt work from last week has been completed and turned in (either a packet or written in your notebooks)
Odyssey Ware: Lessons 2, 3, and 4 to be completed by the end of tomorrow. If you are working hard and on task but need more time, we will have a conversation. If you are not on task, you will not get an extension
Please take notes each time you work on Odyssey Ware in your notebooks. Place the date at the top and label the lesson you are working on.
12/2 and 12/3:
Welcome to class!
Review classroom expectation
Please pick up where you left off yesterday. Everything is on the agenda below.
As a reminder: Your scavenger hunt assignment is due today by the end of class!
Once you finish your work, go to Odyssey Ware and work on your lessons.
Closing
Have a wonderful day!
Have a nice day!
11/30 and 12/1: Welcome Back! We will finish viewing A Raisin in the Sun on Friday.
1. DIN: Food for thought Monday!
2. View and discuss You Tube clip with Oprah and Elie Wiesel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4IJ4mpCDVpE. Please write down your "notcings" (at least five) as we view this video. Finish viewing the second half of this video on Tuesday. You do not need to write down five "noticings" on Tuesday.
3. Review Scavenger Hunt assignment (see attachments) due this Thursday. You will earn credit each day for the work you complete.
4. Continue with Odyssey Ware (if there is time)
5. Closing
Have a wonderful day!
11/24: Welcome!
1. Take the pretest a second time OR begin the first lesson in unit one on Odyssey Ware. You could also look through the agendas below to see if you need to make up work.
2. Finish Freedom Writers :)
3. Wishing all of you a restful, safe, and enjoyable break!
11/23:
Good morning! Welcome to class!
Food for thought...
Take the Odyssey Ware pretest (twice if needed)
When you are done, please create a Free Rice account and practice your vocabulary: http://freerice.com/category
When everyone is done with the pretest, we will view, analyze, and discuss the play A Raisin in the Sun (please see the plot diagram in your notebooks)
Closing
Have a nice day! :)
11/17: Welcome to class!
DIN: Word of the day
1. Harlem Renaissance presentation and activities (see power point)
2. Ticket out the door, KWL chart.
3. Have an awesome day! :)
11/15 & 16: Welcome to class!
1. Warm up activities
2. Finish work from last class on The Harlem Renaissance in your writer's notebooks (individually or with a partner)
3. Look up three facts about Lorraine Hansberry and write them in your notebooks.
11/13: Good morning! Please see yesterday's agenda below:
11/12: Welcome to the new marking period!
1. Goal setting and ice breakers.
2. Review EPIC and our new policies.
3. Odyssey Ware requirements.
4.The Harlem Renaissance on Brain Pop. Please listen to the directions and do the following:
View and complete the following activities in your writer's notebooks on Brain Pop: https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/ushistory/harlemrenaissance/
5. Finish exams from last class if there is time.
6. Have a fabulous day!
**** There are four activities after the video! You do not need a log in or password! Please scroll down just a little to the activities.
3. View part of A Raisin in the Sun
11/6: Welcome and TGIF! :)
DIN:
Link to literary term review game on Kahoot: https://play.kahoot.it/#/k/27385654-603a-4352-a896-fc6e729da000
Finish your work from yesterday's class. See the agenda below:
11/5 and 11/6: Welcome!
1. Discuss the next marking period and how that will work.
2. The Harlem Renaissance/View and complete the following activities in your writer's notebooks on Brain Pop: https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/ushistory/harlemrenaissance/
**** There are four activities after the video! Click this link:https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/ushistory/harlemrenaissance/activity/
3. Research Lorraine Hansberry on Google and write a well developed paragraph about this author in your writer's notebooks.
10/26 to 10/28: Please see the entries below for what to do the first half of class in room 109 each morning. When you switch to our classroom, we will continue with our morning warm up and notes. Thank you!
10/23:
Welcome to class and Happy Friday!
Class is only 45 minutes every Friday. You may choose from the following activities; Please turn in the assignment sheet based upon what you complete today. Thank you! :)
A. Quizlet: Please print your best test grade and hand it to me at the end of class. You need to create an account and give me your user name so that I can add you to my classroom on Quizlet.
B. Merriam Webster: Go to http://www.merriam-webster.com/and complete several of the vocabulary building activities in the game section.
C. Word Power: Please go to the following link https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbenedettoswebsite/grading-policy/sat-prep-word-power and look through all of the various activities. Complete two to three activities and turn in the activity sheet. You will see the activity in the attachment section. I'll attach it below as well.
D. Free Rice: http://freerice.com/#/english-vocabulary/1426 (create an account to track your progress!).
10/22: Good morning!
1. Review the post below
2. Take more notes/ Literary Terms
3. Move to the final activity
4. Have a lovely day!
10/19 to 10/21:
Good morning!
1. Each day ninth grade students will go to room 109 with Miss Morrison and complete Odyssey Ware. Just as a friendly reminder, Odyssey Ware is a requirement when you attend EPIC at the Johnson Center. We can see your daily activity online and how much time was spent each time you logged on. Good luck and do your best!
2. After you've spent at least 45 minutes, on Odyssey Ware, we will go back to the classroom for a whole group activity.
*****Once we have completed the lesson, you will choose from one or two of the following activities:
A. Quizlet: Please print your best test grade and hand it to me at the end of class. You need to create an account and give me your user name so that I can add you to my classroom on Quizlet.
B. Merriam Webster: Go to http://www.merriam-webster.com/and complete several of the vocabulary building activities in the game section.
C. Word Power: Please go to the following link https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbenedettoswebsite/grading-policy/sat-prep-word-power and look through all of the various activities. Complete two to three activities and turn in the activity sheet. You will see the activity in the attachment section. I'll attach it below as well.
D. Free Rice: http://freerice.com/#/english-vocabulary/1426 (create an account to track your progress!).
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