As we work on our Résumé mini-unit, you will use the "Résumé  Template (KERN)" document to create your own résumé. Please replace the highlighted sections with relevant information that pertains to you.

 Your "Final Résumé" will be due Friday, June 2nd. This assignment will be graded on completion, and the intentions of this mini-unit are to have you craft a résumé that you can adapt for future usage.

As we work on our Résumé mini-unit, you will use the "Résumé  Template (KERN)" document to create your own résumé. Please replace the highlighted sections with relevant information that pertains to you.

 Your "Final Résumé" will be due Friday, June 2nd. This assignment will be graded on completion, and the intentions of this mini-unit are to have you craft a résumé that you can adapt for future usage.

As we work on our Résumé mini-unit, you will use the "Résumé  Template (KERN)" document to create your own résumé. Please replace the highlighted sections with relevant information that pertains to you.

 Your "Final Résumé" will be due Friday, June 2nd. This assignment will be graded on completion, and the intentions of this mini-unit are to have you craft a résumé that you can adapt for future usage.

Memoir Project: This is your "home base" for this assignment. I recommend reviewing this often. 

DO NOT turn in this assignment until you are done with ALL FOUR vignettes/chapters and with the entire Memoir Project.
Remember to print your final book and turn it in PHYSICALLY.

The due date for this major assignment will be announced following ELA state testing.

Remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).

The Google Form is an alternative way to complete the same work on the Google Slides (you do not have to complete both the Google Slides and Google Form). Please note: Google Forms does not have a save option. However, I have enabled the "Respondents can edit after submitting" option, so please click "submit before closing this form whenever you are done working on it. You can edit after submitting it.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

Remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).

The Google Form is an alternative way to complete the same work on the Google Slides (you do not have to complete both the Google Slides and Google Form). Please note: Google Forms does not have a save option. However, I have enabled the "Respondents can edit after submitting" option, so please click "submit before closing this form whenever you are done working on it. You can edit after submitting it.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

Remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).

The Google Form is an alternative way to complete the same work on the Google Slides (you do not have to complete both the Google Slides and Google Form). Please note: Google Forms does not have a save option. However, I have enabled the "Respondents can edit after submitting" option, so please click "submit before closing this form whenever you are done working on it. You can edit after submitting it.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

Remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).

The Google Form is an alternative way to complete the same work on the Google Slides (you do not have to complete both the Google Slides and Google Form). Please note: Google Forms does not have a save option. However, I have enabled the "Respondents can edit after submitting" option, so please click "submit before closing this form whenever you are done working on it. You can edit after submitting it.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

Remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).

The Google Form is an alternative way to complete the same work on the Google Slides (you do not have to complete both the Google Slides and Google Form). Please note: Google Forms does not have a save option. However, I have enabled the "Respondents can edit after submitting" option, so please click "submit before closing this form whenever you are done working on it. You can edit after submitting it.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

Remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).

The Google Form is an alternative way to complete the same work on the Google Slides (you do not have to complete both the Google Slides and Google Form). Please note: Google Forms does not have a save option. However, I have enabled the "Respondents can edit after submitting" option, so please click "submit before closing this form whenever you are done working on it. You can edit after submitting it.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

You may complete this assignment digitally by filling out the attached Google Slides, OR you may complete it on the physical handout provided during class time. 

If you are completing the Google Slides version,  remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).
If you are completing this on the physical handout, remember to write your name on the assignment and turn it into the class tray.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.
Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

1) You will select a topic for your chapter/vignette,  will create one on your own, OR will write about the given topic
2) You will complete a free-write, for ten minutes on the selected topic.

Free-Writes are intended to be later edited and revised into vignettes/chapters for your "Memoir Project 2023." These will NOT be graded on mechanics or style.

You may earn up to two (2) points in the "Writing & Language" category. One point for selecting a topic, and one point for keeping your writing focused on the selected topic.

1) You will select a topic for your chapter/vignette,  will create one on your own, OR will write about the given topic
2) You will complete a free-write, for ten minutes on the selected topic.

Free-Writes are intended to be later edited and revised into vignettes/chapters for your "Memoir Project 2023." These will NOT be graded on mechanics or style.

You may earn up to two (2) points in the "Writing & Language" category. One point for selecting a topic, and one point for keeping your writing focused on the selected topic.

1) You will select a topic for your chapter/vignette,  will create one on your own, OR will write about the given topic
2) You will complete a free-write, for ten minutes on the selected topic.

Free-Writes are intended to be later edited and revised into vignettes/chapters for your "Memoir Project 2023." These will NOT be graded on mechanics or style.

You may earn up to two (2) points in the "Writing & Language" category. One point for selecting a topic, and one point for keeping your writing focused on the selected topic.

You may complete this assignment digitally by filling out the attached Google Slides, OR you may complete it on the physical handout provided during class time. 

If you are completing the Google Slides version,  remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).
If you are completing this on the physical handout, remember to write your name on the assignment and turn it into the class tray.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

1) You will select a topic for your chapter/vignette,  will create one on your own, OR will write about the given topic
2) You will complete a free-write, for ten minutes on the selected topic.

Free-Writes are intended to be later edited and revised into vignettes/chapters for your "Memoir Project 2023." These will NOT be graded on mechanics or style.

You may earn up to two (2) points in the "Writing & Language" category. One point for selecting a topic, and one point for keeping your writing focused on the selected topic.

1) You will select a topic for your chapter/vignette,  will create one on your own, OR will write about the given topic
2) You will complete a free-write, for ten minutes on the selected topic.

Free-Writes are intended to be later edited and revised into vignettes/chapters for your "Memoir Project 2023." These will NOT be graded on mechanics or style.

You may earn up to two (2) points in the "Writing & Language" category. One point for selecting a topic, and one point for keeping your writing focused on the selected topic.

You may complete this assignment digitally by filling out the attached Google Slides, OR you may complete it on the physical handout provided during class time. 

If you are completing the Google Slides version,  remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).
If you are completing this on the physical handout, remember to write your name on the assignment and turn it into the class tray.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

You may complete this assignment digitally by filling out the attached Google Slides, OR you may complete it on the physical handout provided during class time. 

If you are completing the Google Slides version,  remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).
If you are completing this on the physical handout, remember to write your name on the assignment and turn it into the class tray.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

1) You will select a topic for your chapter/vignette,  will create one on your own, OR will write about the given topic
2) You will complete a free-write, for ten minutes on the selected topic.

Free-Writes are intended to be later edited and revised into vignettes/chapters for your "Memoir Project 2023." These will NOT be graded on mechanics or style.

You may earn up to two (2) points in the "Writing & Language" category. One point for selecting a topic, and one point for keeping your writing focused on the selected topic. 

The first worksheet will be graded on completion, so be sure to complete every section diligently. 

You may complete this assignment digitally by filling out the attached Google Slides, OR you may complete it on the physical handout provided during class time. 

If you are completing this digitally,  remember to zoom in on the Google Slides click "File" > "View" > select an appropriate percentage (many prefer 100%, yet I use 200%).


If you are completing this on the physical handout, remember to write your name on the assignment and turn it into the class tray.

Additionally, I have added a link to each vignette.

Requirements:
Ten (10) complete sentences
One (1) highlighted or underlined example of imagery
Avoids unnecessary grammar and spelling errors
Avoids traditional plot or narrative structure (this is a snapshot rather than a complete story)

During free-writes, challenge yourself to write about the prompts for the entire ten-minute timer without stopping. If you need help starting or reach a pause in your writing, use the guiding questions. You DO NOT need to answer all or any of the questions, but please be sure to focus on the topics of each free-write, giving your responses to the prompts while timing yourself for ten minutes each time. Please use 200 words minimum!

Please read every section in the "Directions: The House on Mango Street Mini-Research Project" document.

The attached template is not required but may prove useful.

HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Create an additional slide that features an original and useful timeline of Sandra Cisnero's life. 

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Create an additional slide that features an original and useful timeline of Sandra Cisnero's life. Then, sign Sandra Cisnero's online guestbook (let me know that you did this in the "private comments" for this assignment:  https://www.sandracisneros.com/guestbook

This is an in-class group assignment that should be turned into the class tray with every group member's name on the assignment.

This is an in-class group assignment that should be turned into the class tray with every group member's name on the assignment.

This is an in-class assignment that should be turned into the class tray with your name on the assignment.

If you are absent, you may complete the items on a separate piece of paper or on the printed-out worksheet (if you do not have a printer, you may attend PAWS or office hours to receive a copy).


The reading and accompanying audio are posted under the "The Diary of Anne Frank" topic on Google Classroom.

This is an in-class assignment that should be turned into the class tray with your name on the assignment.

If you are absent, you may complete the items on a separate piece of paper or on the printed-out worksheet (if you do not have a printer, you may attend PAWS or office hours to receive a copy).


The reading and accompanying audio are posted under the "The Diary of Anne Frank" topic on Google Classroom.

This is an in-class assignment that should be turned into the class tray with your name on the assignment.

If you are absent, you may complete the items on a separate piece of paper or on the printed-out worksheet (if you do not have a printer, you may attend PAWS or office hours to receive a copy).


The reading and accompanying audio are posted under the "The Diary of Anne Frank" topic on Google Classroom.

The Secret Annex is where Anne Frank hid for more than two years during World War Two and wherein she wrote her diary. During your exploration of the Secret Annex, you will complete this assignment as a scavenger hunt.

BENCHMARK (expected requirements) = complete the first level

HONORABLE CHALLENGE = complete the first level, second level, and attic

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE = complete the first level, second level, attic, and at least three (3) rooms found in the "Front Section"

This is an in-class assignment that should be turned into the class tray with your name on the assignment. 

If you are absent, you may provide accurate descriptions for each character on a separate piece of paper or on the printed-out worksheet (if you do not have a printer, you may attend PAWS or office hours to receive a copy).


Benchmark: Record descriptions for each character.
HONORABLE Challenge: Record descriptions for each character, and cite the page number wherein you find these descriptions. 
SUPER HONORABLE Challenge: Record quotes in MLA format that provide direct characterization for each character. 

This is an in-class assignment that should be turned into the class tray with your name on the assignment.

If you are absent, you may complete the items on a separate piece of paper or on the printed-out worksheet (if you do not have a printer, you may attend PAWS or office hours to receive a copy).


The reading and accompanying audio are posted under the "The Diary of Anne Frank" topic on Google Classroom.

This is an in-class assignment that should be turned into the class tray with your name on the assignment.

If you are absent, you may complete the items on a separate piece of paper or on the printed-out worksheet (if you do not have a printer, you may attend PAWS or office hours to receive a copy).


The reading and accompanying audio are posted under the "The Diary of Anne Frank" topic on Google Classroom.

This is an in-class assignment that should be turned into the class tray with your name on the assignment.

If you are absent, you may complete the items on a separate piece of paper or on the printed-out worksheet (if you do not have a printer, you may attend PAWS or office hours to receive a copy).

The reading and accompanying audio are posted under the "The Diary of Anne Frank" topic on Google Classroom.

This is an in-class assignment that should be turned into the class tray with your name on the assignment. 

If you are absent, you may provide accurate definitions for each term on a separate piece of paper or on the printed-out worksheet (if you do not have a printer, you may attend PAWS or office hours to receive a copy).  

This assignment will be worth the same amount of points as the "Day 1: Vote Your Future," "Day 2: Vote Your Future," and "Day 3 and 4: Vote Your Future" assignments combined.


This is a major summative assignment. Please DO NOT plagiarize (refer to the "Academic Honesty section in the Timetracker).


1) Read the "Direction and Rubric: Vote Your Future Essay" document.


2) Write your essay on the "Vote Your Future Essay" document using your work from your previous "Vote Your Future" assignments, including the "Day 3 and 4: Vote Your Future (Outline)."


3) Revise your work with the "Self-Edit Checklist" (introduced during class time on Wednesday/Thursday).


4) Format your essay in MLA.


5) Review the "Direction and Rubric: Vote Your Future Essay" document and ensure that your writing meets all of the requirements.


Please let me know if you have any questions or need help with the assignment prior to the due date, Friday, February 17th. 






HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Please complete the "Honorable Challenge" segments that appear within the "Direction and Rubric: Vote Your Future Essay" document.

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Please complete the "Super Honorable Challenge" segments that appear within the "Direction and Rubric: Vote Your Future Essay" document.

You will complete the PHYSICAL copy of the "KWL Chart: Anne Frank Introduction" in class. Please remember to submit it to the class tray (slides are attached for reference in case you are absent).

Although this is graded out of 26 points, it will be worth 5 points in the "Speaking & Listening" category.

You will complete the PHYSICAL copy of the "KWL Chart: Anne Frank Introduction" in class. Please remember to submit it to the class tray. 

Although this is graded out of 21 points, it will be worth 5 points in the "Speaking & Listening" category. 

Please read the rubric and please note the following: if you skip any part of a section, it will not be considered "complete."

This assignment largely consists of using your work from your previous "Vote Your Future" assignments

This assignment will be worth the same amount of points in the grade book as the "Day 1: Vote Your Future" and  "Day 2: Vote Your Future," assignments combined.

HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Please use at least two (2) pieces of evidence in each body paragraph. 

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Please create a fourth body paragraph (two-finger click and select "Insert row below" to create additional rows).

An example is attached. 

This is due Wednesday, February 1st for period one.

This is due Thursday, February 2nd for period two.

HONORABLE CHALLENGE: 


Create three (3) "My 'I, Too' Poems" that each follow the requirements listed in the attached Google Doc.


SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE:


1) Complete one (1) "My 'I, Too' Poem" that follows the requirements listed in the attached Google Doc. 


2) Research and learn about different types of poetic forms (for example, sonnet, haiku, elegy, ode, etc.). 


3) While adhering to the prompt in the attached Google Doc, select two (2) specific poetic forms and create two (2) new poems.


4) Write two (2) Schaffer Chunks, one for each new poem, that justifies why the selected poetic form best fits the message of your poetry ("Why does the poetic form that you selected best fit the message that you are trying to convey as a poet?").

Please complete this after completing the "CATCH: 'I, Too'" assignment. 

PLEASE MAKE A COPY OF CATCH: "I, Too, Sing América" NOT THE PREVIOUS POEM OF STUDY.

You may choose to complete this on the physical worksheet or digitally. 
HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Please create ten (10) CATCH annotations instead of the required five (5).

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Instead of following CATCH, please create your own scholarly annotating system by providing a key for each type of comment, and create at least fifteen (15) annotations in total.

You may choose to complete this on the physical worksheet or digitally. 
HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Please create ten (10) CATCH annotations instead of the required five (5).

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Instead of following CATCH, please create your own scholarly annotating system by providing a key for each type of comment, and create at least fifteen (15) annotations in total.

Honorable Challenge: Write a Schaffer Chunk for each box. 

Super Honorable Challenge: Write two (2) Schaffer Chunks for each box.

1. What is your book selection?
2. What topic/person will you be reading about?

Please CATCH annotate using your physical copy. Please only submit digitally if you are absent or lose your physical copy.


HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Please create ten (10) CATCH annotations instead of the required five (5).

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE: Instead of following CATCH, please create your own scholarly annotating system by providing a key for each type of comment, and create at least fifteen (15) annotations in total. 

If you were absent, you will have to complete all of the following steps independently: 

1) Skim the "American Dream Overview" presentation.
2) Read the PDF entitled "What is the American Dream"
3) Watch the video entitled "How do you define the American Dream?"
4) Complete the requirements on the assignment entitled "The American Dream Questions"

Please use the second link if the first link does not work.

This lesson is student-paced. You must complete each activity in this lesson by Friday, January 13th:


- DRAW IT (1 point)
- OPEN-ENDED QUESTION (1 point)
- OPEN-ENDED QUESTION (1 point)
- DRAW IT (1 point)
- DRAW IT (1 point)
- OPEN-ENDED QUESTION (1 point)
- DRAW IT (1 point) 
- OPEN-ENDED QUESTION (1 point)
- QUIZ (1 point)
- OPEN-ENDED QUESTION (1 point)
- POLL (1 point)

Following the lesson, students will be able to formulate and share their own SMART goals by using the graphic organizer.

Instructions: If you want to earn any points that you missed on the Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Test, please complete one row for each word that you got incorrect on the test (make a copy of the "Vocabulary Test Missed Items.") Please email me "Vocabulary Test Missed Items" document when you are completed so that I know to update your Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Test score (my email is [email protected]). If you need to add extra rows on the document, right-click on a box and click “Insert row below.”

PLEASE READ: Writing a solid Schaffer Chunk can seem intimidating, but once you get it, the process is formulaic. DO NOT get intimidated or overwhelmed: focus on each step one at a time, starting with the first step below. There is an example at the end, but do not worry about it if it confuses you or makes you feel intimidated or overwhelmed. 

HONORABLE CHALLENGE:

Make this a two-chunk paragraph by adding an additional CD section, an additional DQ section, and an additional CM section. Add these sections by placing three rows to following step 6 (right-click and select "Insert row below"). 

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE:

In addition to the "HONORABLE CHALLENGE," create and defend a thesis statement composed of a MAIN ARGUMENT that you do not agree with (for example, if you do not believe Carlson is justified in killing Candy's dog, you would argue that he is justified in killing Candy's dog). Please leave a comment that you attempted the SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE so that I know you are arguing a viewpoint that you do not agree with.

You may choose to do this on Flipgrid or to present in class on Monday/Tuesday, PAWS, during office hours, or Friday (if time permits).

This is worth 2 points in the "Speaking & Listening" grading category.

Edpuzzle did not sync with Google Classroom. This was scheduled to post for the next class session, and we will discuss the assignment during that class session. If you choose, you may complete it before our class session together.

The rubric for the "Of Mice and Men Group Research Presentation" is found in the "Of Mice and Men Group Research Presentation Guidelines."

The rubric for the "Individual Research (OMaM Background)" work is attached to this assignment.

“Individual Research (OMaM Background)” DUE Friday, October 21st
“Of Mice and Men Group Research Presentation” presented in class on Wednesday, October 26/Thursday, October 27
An example is attached as "EXAMPLE - Of Mice and Men Group Research Presentation" Google Slides. Suggestion for how to arrange your Google Slides is attached as "Suggestions for Slides."

There are three parts. You will be graded on the completion of scoring each passage for "PART 2."

This will be graded as a "Reading" assignment since it will require you to closely re-read the text. 

You may use this for the "Theme CER Summative" that will be administered during class time this Friday.

DO NOT complete this assessment outside of a secure testing time (planned class time AND/OR planned PAWS sessions).
Please read over the "Theme CER Summative: Directions and Rubric (KERN)" document.


Please write your response on the "Theme CER Summative: Response" document.

You will complete this assignment on paper and will submit your work to the corresponding class tray at the front of the classroom. 

Your grade on the rubric and any additional feedback will be recorded here on Google Classroom. 

The following information should be found on your "One-Pager" (in any order that you decide):
Your name
The title of the story that you are focusing on
Five (5) topics from the story
A related theme statement
At least one (1) related image or graphic

Your "One-Pager" must be designed and decorated with effort and craftsmanship (these will be displayed in our classroom).

Possible Examples of Stories: ANY fairy tale, ANY Pixar animated movie, or ANY Disney movie.

Here was the writing prompt for the 8th Grade Writing Diagnostic:

In a three-paragraph essay, discuss how the author William Maxwell foreshadows the outcome of Ms. Vera Brown. Foreshadow means "to act as a warning or sign of a future event” (Cambridge Dictionary). 

Directions for this Warm-Up:

Part 1:
1) Read each student's introduction.
2) Identify the claim in each introduction.

Part 2 (Google Form): 
1) Evaluate each claim found in each response on a scale of 1-4 (1 = best claim and 4 = claim that requires the most revision). You may not assign the same ranking more than once. 
2) Revise the claim that you ranked as "4" on the previous item.

Guardians, please note that this document is static, unlike the one that is shared with students on Google Classroom. Some of these items may be revised. Please have your student share any changes to this document by allowing you to view the editable version on Google Classroom.

The first entry is filled out as an example. 

You will earn points by completing the "Definition," "Sentence" and "Picture" sections for each vocabulary word. Please use complete sentences for the "Sentence" section. 

HONORABLE CHALLENGE: 


Utilize the link for Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English, or an alternative reliable online dictionary, and cite dictionary entries for each vocabulary word. 

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE:

For each vocabulary word, please provide at least one (1) interesting factoid, such as the word's etymology (word origin) or rhyming words. 

Guardians, please note that this document is static, unlike the one that is shared with students on Google Classroom. Some of these items may be revised. Please have your student share any changes to this document by allowing you to view the editable version on Google Classroom.

Use Aeries to check your approximate Lexile Level, according to the "Lexile Level Estimation" (information only) score.

Use the following website, or check with your teacher for your selected book's Lexile Level (it should be around the "Lexile Level Estimation" score): https://hub.lexile.com/find-a-book/search

Each completed item is worth one point (ten items total).

You are giving feedback based on your group roles:


Manager ▶ Time Keeper
Time Keeper ▶ Recorder
Recorder ▶ Speaker
Speaker ▶ Manager

After reviewing the following case study, determine whom you think is the most intelligent and why. Please answer in a minimum of five (5) sentences. Directions are posted on the worksheet.

Guardians, please note that this document is static, unlike the one that is shared with students on Google Classroom. Some of these items may be revised. Please have your student share any changes to this document by allowing you to view the editable version on Google Classroom.

We will go over the following instructions in class on Monday: 

1) Select an article with your group (remember to make a copy of the selected article to attach to this assignment so you can annotate!) 
2) Annotate independently 
3) Work as a group to create a poster that includes: the main idea, key details, illustrations, reasoning (why the main idea matters) 
4) Present the poster to the class



INDIVIDUAL HONORABLE CHALLENGE: If your group is missing any of its four members, rise to the occasion, and take on an additional role.

SUPER HONORABLE GROUP CHALLENGE: After ensuring your group has met the requirements for the poster, add an additional section entitled "Additional Reading" to your poster: offer relevant additional texts that audience members should consider reading following your presentation.

1. Select your level (you are choosing one, or you will read the same article at two different levels).

BENCHMARK: This is considered grade-level work.

HONORABLE CHALLENGE: This is for students who want to challenge themselves!

2. Open the document
3. Select “File” in the upper left
4. Click “Make a copy”
5. Rename your copy to include your first and last name
6. Follow the instructions
7. Submit here once you completed the assignment. 


The following directions are ONLY for students who FINISHED the "HONORABLE CHALLENGE" and found it too easy (this additional practice will be ungraded but will give you a lot of writing feedback):

SUPER HONORABLE CHALLENGE: 


Use the article to find at least two quotations to use as textual evidence to support a response to the prompt below. Answer the prompt following CER format with an additional quotation as evidence and an additional piece of reasoning (C-E-R-E-R). please use at least five (5) complete sentences and please properly cite two quotes from the text as evidence in MLA format. 

If needed, review the “CER Handout” under the “Reference” topic on Google Classroom.


Writing Prompt: How is the main idea of the article significant to middle school students?

Guardians, please note that this document is static, unlike the one that is shared with students on Google Classroom. Some of these items may be revised. Please have your student share any changes to this document by allowing you to view the editable version on Google Classroom.

Please read and review the rubric that you will be graded on. 

Please use the CER references under the "References" topic on Google Classroom, or please reach out to Mr. Kern if you need help constructing your "CER Paragraph" (I have office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15 PM to 2:45 PM).


If you are absent from class, it is YOUR responsibility to email Mr. Kern at [email protected] regarding how to make up the "Interviewing" part of the assignment.

Guardians, please note that this document is static, unlike the one that is shared with students on Google Classroom. Some of these items may be revised. Please have your student share any changes to this document by allowing you to view the editable version on Google Classroom.   The due date for this assignment is required in order to cross-post it on Google Classroom. It is ungraded and serves as information only.

Students and guardians, please read, sign, and return "Mr. Kern’s ELA 8 Syllabus (2022-2023)." There is also a copy of the department's common syllabus translated into Spanish. 

You may physically sign and return the "Mr. Kern’s ELA 8 Syllabus (2022-2023)" handout that was distributed during class time, OR you may electronically sign the "Mr. Kern’s ELA 8 Syllabus (2022-2023)."


If you choose to electronically sign, please complete the corresponding Google Forms:

Guardians who choose to electronically sign will complete the "Guardian Electronic Signature - Mr. Kern's ELA 8 Syllabus ."
Students who choose to electronically sign will complete the "Student Electronic Signature - Mr. Kern's ELA 8 Syllabus."

We will review the rubric (it is ALWAYS a good idea to read any rubric provided for an assignment or assessment). 

You may use the "About Me Slides TEMPLATE" to help create your own presentation (if using the template, replace the red items). 

I will overview the "EXAMPLE About Mr. Kern Slides" as an example.

Guardians, please note that this document is static, unlike the one that is shared with students on Google Classroom. Some of these items may be revised. Please have your student share any changes to this document by allowing you to view the editable version on Google Classroom.   The due date for this assignment is required in order to cross-post it on Google Classroom. It is ungraded and serves as information only.

Prompt:
We will take three (3) minutes in class to allow ourselves to independently skim over the "Advice to 8th Graders from 8th Graders" document. Then, in at least one (1) complete sentence, I want you to share one piece of advice that stood out to you and to explain why this piece of advice stood out to you.

Possible Complete Sentence Frame:

One piece of advice that stood out to me was ["COPY AND PASTE THE TEXT"] because [EXPLAIN].

Example (no copying):

One piece of advice that stood out to was "if you're taking algebra this year, PAY ATTENTION. if your gonna pay attention to one class please pay attention to that one, I have no idea what I'm doing at the moment" because it contained mistakes yet shared something that I experienced when I took algebra during 8th grade, too.

Prompt:
With five (5) minutes to write, share as much as you can about your experience in your English Language Arts (ELA) class last school year. Try to write the whole time. If you get stuck, try the sentence starter below, or raise your hand for help.


Possible Sentence Starter:

When reflecting on last school year's ELA class, I would describe my overall experience as [DESCRIBE] because [EXPLAIN].

This post serves as an example of the weekly posted "Timetracker Entires" documents that will be posted here on my school webpage and on Google Classroom for students. Students are expected to use these documents with their Timetrackers to stay organized for our class.    Although there is a due date attached to this posting, it is ungraded as it serves informational purposes only (I am required to attach a due date to post it on Google Classroom).    I will go over this with students during our next class session together. 

  I will go over this with students during our next class session together.    Although there is a due date attached to this posting, it is ungraded as it serves informational purposes only (I am required to attach a due date to post it on Google Classroom).