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I have taught English 12 CPB and CPA at Morris Hills High School. I have worked with students with varying levels of abilities, and I particularly enjoyed my time teaching the CPB population. Below are examples of my work.
Each lesson I design and teach aligns with a New Jersey Student Learning Standard(s), has clear and measurable learning objectives, is culturally responsive, and meets the academic, social, and emotional needs of my students.
Sample Lessons and Activities
Sample Lessons and Activities
Daily Bulletin Board Jan 11/12Daily Agenda that was projected for my students at the start of every class. This structured agenda allows students to see what will be expected of them for the block.
The Last Lecture Packet.pdfThis is The Last Lecture packet that students worked through while reading. It is filled with a variety of different skills, questions, and modes of learning to ensure that the needs of all of my students are effectively being met.
_Character Theme Songs- Glass Castle Activity.pdfCharacter Theme Song assignment: Students were required to think of a character from the memoir and find a song that could connect to them in some way.
Lisojo English 12 Mid Year Expectations 2023 (1).pdfSyllabus that every student was required to sign. This highlighted what is expected of them at all times.
5 paragraph essay outline - MYFCGraphic Organizer: Students were given this as a way to organize their thoughts and ideas before writing a 5 paragraph essay.
Copy of Lisojo 01/27/23 Lesson Plan - English 12 CPBSample Lesson Plan: Students worked in groups on a symbolism activity and then created their own Glass Castles.
I choose to teach The Last Lecture because of the relatable content to seniors. The memoir allowed me to tackle a variety of literary elements and themes while maintaining student interest. Through my teaching of this memoir, I guided my students as they explored different themes, symbolism, tone, and more. Students were also given ample opportunities to look at different perspectives and connect the memoir to their own lives.
I wrote each one of my students a handwritten letter and gave it to them on my last day with them. This is something I plan to do every year. Every letter is different and when I'm writing I do my best to encourage, praise, and challenge.
While teaching this memoir, my students were required to focus on topics like literary elements such as imagery, conflict, and foreshadowing. They also spent a lot of time analyzing the different themes and symbols and their significance to the memoir.
Student Work
Student Work
Symbolism Group Activity
Dream Wall Project
In The Last Lecture, Chapter 5 is entitled “The Elevator in the Ranch House.” In this vignette, Pausch details his childhood bedroom and the pictures, quotations, and other things he painted on his walls. This project allowed students to get creative and think about things that they would paint on their bedroom walls.
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