Lang Arts 8-Period 6 - Kern (Culver City Middle School)

Due: 06/03/2023

Tue, 23 May 2023 16:05:23 PDT

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.

Due: 06/03/2023

Tue, 23 May 2023 16:05:25 PDT

Due: 05/31/2023

Mon, 29 May 2023 14:22:21 PDT

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.

Due: 05/27/2023

Fri, 26 May 2023 16:05:32 PDT

Due: 05/27/2023

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Fri, 26 May 2023 16:05:35 PDT

Due: 05/26/2023

Thu, 25 May 2023 16:05:18 PDT

Due: 05/26/2023

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Due: 05/26/2023

Thu, 25 May 2023 16:05:20 PDT

Due: 05/24/2023

Sun, 21 May 2023 18:41:23 PDT

Due: 05/20/2023

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 16:04:39 PDT

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.

Due: 05/17/2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:05:07 PDT

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.

Due: 05/17/2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:05:07 PDT

Due: 05/17/2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:05:07 PDT

Due: 05/17/2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:05:07 PDT

Due: 05/17/2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:05:08 PDT

Due: 05/17/2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:05:08 PDT

Due: 05/17/2023

Fri, 12 May 2023 16:21:17 PDT

Due: 05/12/2023

Tue, 09 May 2023 16:05:37 PDT

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.

Due: 05/12/2023

Tue, 09 May 2023 16:05:37 PDT

Due: 05/12/2023

Tue, 09 May 2023 16:05:39 PDT

Due: 05/12/2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:05:07 PDT

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.

Due: 05/12/2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:05:07 PDT

Due: 05/12/2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:05:08 PDT

Due: 05/10/2023

Sun, 07 May 2023 12:05:24 PDT

Due: 05/10/2023

Sun, 07 May 2023 09:41:25 PDT

Due: 05/10/2023

Tue, 09 May 2023 16:05:37 PDT

Due: 05/10/2023

Tue, 09 May 2023 16:05:37 PDT

Due: 05/10/2023

Tue, 09 May 2023 16:05:39 PDT

Due: 05/05/2023

Tue, 02 May 2023 16:05:43 PDT

Due: 05/05/2023

Thu, 04 May 2023 16:05:00 PDT

Due: 05/05/2023

Thu, 04 May 2023 16:05:00 PDT

Due: 05/04/2023

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 13:19:06 PDT

Due: 05/04/2023

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 13:19:06 PDT

Due: 05/03/2023

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 18:00:47 PDT

Due: 05/03/2023

Tue, 02 May 2023 16:05:43 PDT

Due: 05/03/2023

Tue, 02 May 2023 16:05:53 PDT

Due: 04/25/2023

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 13:18:10 PDT

I have also attached the "CAASPP Testing Bell Schedule 2023" PDF

Due: 04/22/2023

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 13:09:39 PDT

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.

Due: 04/22/2023

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:29:42 PDT

Due: 04/19/2023

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 17:45:10 PDT

Due: 04/15/2023

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 12:04:11 PDT

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!

Due: 04/15/2023

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 12:04:11 PDT

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)

Due: 04/15/2023

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 16:04:30 PDT

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

Due: 04/13/2023

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 16:05:11 PDT

Due: 04/13/2023

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 16:05:11 PDT

Due: 04/13/2023

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 16:04:30 PDT

Due: 04/11/2023

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 10:46:41 PDT

Due: 04/11/2023

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 16:05:11 PDT

Due: 04/11/2023

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 16:05:11 PDT

Due: 03/25/2023

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 15:29:49 PDT

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

Due: 03/24/2023

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 15:29:49 PDT

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.

Due: 03/22/2023

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 18:22:13 PDT

Due: 03/18/2023

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 15:04:32 PDT

Due: 03/17/2023

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:04:34 PDT

Due: 03/16/2023

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 15:04:31 PDT

Due: 03/15/2023

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 16:50:19 PDT

Due: 03/11/2023

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 18:00:00 PST

Due: 03/11/2023

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 12:04:50 PST

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"

Due: 03/11/2023

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 18:05:04 PST

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.

Due: 03/10/2023

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 16:05:17 PST

Due: 03/08/2023

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:05:26 PST

Due: 03/08/2023

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 18:51:42 PST

Due: 03/03/2023

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 18:05:04 PST

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).

Due: 03/01/2023

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 15:22:37 PST

Due: 03/01/2023

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 18:05:04 PST

Due: 02/25/2023

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 15:32:34 PST

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.

Due: 02/24/2023

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 17:34:19 PST

Due: 02/22/2023

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 17:03:20 PST

Due: 02/22/2023

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:05:09 PST

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.

Due: 02/22/2023

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:05:09 PST

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.

Due: 02/15/2023

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 13:38:09 PST

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).

Due: 02/15/2023

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 19:01:13 PST

Due: 02/11/2023

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 15:21:12 PST

Due: 02/08/2023

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 17:32:34 PST

Due: 02/04/2023

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 18:01:11 PST

An example is attached.

Due: 02/03/2023

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 14:28:14 PST

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?").

Due: 02/01/2023

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 16:03:57 PST

Due: 01/28/2023

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 13:21:50 PST

Due: 01/27/2023

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 17:24:12 PST

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

Due: 01/27/2023

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 13:21:50 PST

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.

Due: 01/25/2023

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 15:51:45 PST

Due: 01/25/2023

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 17:24:13 PST

Due: 01/21/2023

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 19:05:47 PST

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.

Due: 01/21/2023

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 22:45:57 PST

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

Due: 01/21/2023

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 19:05:47 PST

Honorable Challenge: Write a Schaffer Chunk for each box.

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

Due: 01/20/2023

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 12:43:36 PST

Due: 01/19/2023

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 13:42:38 PST

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"

Due: 01/14/2023

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 10:57:05 PST

Please use the second link if the first one 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)

Due: 01/14/2023

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:24:22 PST

Due: 01/10/2023

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 13:55:14 PST

Due: 01/05/2023

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:24:22 PST

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

Due: 01/04/2023

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 15:43:22 PST

Due: 12/13/2022

Sun, 11 Dec 2022 10:03:52 PST

Due: 12/10/2022

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 10:51:44 PST

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 shanekern@ccusd.org). If you need to add extra rows on the document, right-click on a box and click “Insert row below.”

Due: 12/06/2022

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 17:25:52 PST

Due: 12/03/2022

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 15:39:57 PST

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.

Due: 11/29/2022

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 16:55:07 PST

Due: 11/19/2022

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:52:21 PST

Due: 11/15/2022

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 18:28:39 PST