In addition...

...to English 11B students...

Hints regarding our essay test coming at you on Monday...

**Think about how you can apply the following big ideas to the ENTIRE novel:

PHSYIOGNOMY

REALISM

VICTORIAN ERA VALUES

THEME...AND EXAMPLES

NATURE VS. NURTURE

IDENTITY...WHAT'S OLIVER'S TRUE IDENTITY??

PS. See below if you haven't already...

Checking in...

Hi, again, everyone. I hope the break's been great for you all. We go back in less than one week! I know you're excited....

Regarding English-related material, ALL students, please take the time to check over my original holiday post below and scan the "weekly schedule"/"important dates" links to the right in order to fully prepare for Monday, Jan. 3 and beyond.

Also, all students should be aware of a new "late assignment" policy that i've recently updated under the "RESPONSIBILITY" rule located on the "Rules and Expectations" link. I'll talk more about this new policy on the Monday we return (which is the official date it will come into effect).

Any questions, concerns, and/or comments, please let me know!

PS. English 9-ers, if you're planning on sending your essay to me electronically or "sharing" it via googledocs, please do so early enough before Sunday evening so that I can reply IF there is a problem on my end!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

First and foremost, everyone, is that you enjoy your two week break with family and friends. Have fun...and be safe!

I've already updated the "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right regarding the week we return from break. Please check them out in order to prep for our returning work.

A few specific reminders...

**English 9a...ALL of your Personal Narrative items are officially due the MONDAY we return (Jan. 3). This due date includes your brainstorm sheet, completed outline (on a separate piece of paper), edited rough draft, and final draft (with cover page). Please feel free to send me via email the final version as a Microsoft Word document or just simply "share" it with me via GoogleDocs if you so choose. Also, the Monday we return, we'll also be starting a Choice Novel project. You'll be able to choose YOUR OWN novel to read, analyze, and reflect on provided it's at least 225 pages, fiction, appropriate, and something you have not read before. So, if you have any ideas over break, feel free to bring the book with you to class on that Monday...or else you'll have a chance to check something out in the school library that day.

**English 11b...ALL of your Oliver Twist items are officially due the MONDAY we return (Jan. 3). This due date includes your completed study question packet, 20 vocabulary terms, and completed plot summaries. You'll need to turn in your mini-story versions that you took from under the desk on that Monday. Also, be prepared for the TEST that day (keeping in mind major novel ideas like physiognomy, nature vs. nature, identity, Victorian/Realism era and values, etc. with examples from the novel, your own experiences, and "real world" application as evidence of your thoughts).

For everyone, please let me know if/how I can help at all these next two weeks! Don't hesitate....

Take care, all! Enjoy the time.

(Early) Weekend Update...

Hi, everyone. I thought i'd give you an early heads-up heading into our last weekend before the big holiday break. Please check out the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right and then read below regarding your class information:

**English 9a

-Finish "Thank You..." over the weekend and answer the attached questions in writing.

-Prepare yourself for the big Literary Term/Short Story TEST on MONDAY. All of our short stories and literary terms are fair game for the test!

**English 11b

-Continue with the Oliver Twist work...study questions (at least up to #39) and plot summaries (at least up to pg. 84). Be ready to show your work in class on Monday!

-Prepare yourself for the Key Literary Term QUIZ on MONDAY. You'll officially turn in that term sheet that day as well.

To all of you, enjoy the weekend and be safe on the roads! Let me know if you need anything.

Happy First Weekend of the Tri!

Hello, everyone. I hope you all have a great weekend. We're all back into the swing of things now, huh? Please let me know if you need anything at all at this point...questions about the course/material thus far, concerns, comments, etc. That's what i'm here for!

For ALL English students: check out the newly updated "important dates" and "weekly schedule" links to the right in order to prepare for this coming full week.

English 9 reminders:

**Finish your 41 literary term flash cards this weekend and be ready to turn all of them in on Monday first thing.

**Finish "Most Dangerous...", answer #2, 5, and 9 on pg. 31, and fill out your "hill" plot diagram for the story.

English 11 reminders:

**Be prepared for our poetry term QUIZ on MONDAY. Remember that you might be asked to compose your OWN poem as part of the quiz...hint hint.

**Finish ALL POEMS and RESPONSES from the packet this weekend...Byron and Shelley included.

Have a good one, all!

Welcome!

Greetings, everyone. I'm really looking forward to working with all of you and, of course, getting to know you more as students AND as people.

If at ANY TIME, you have questions, concerns, comments, etc., PLEASE feel free to contact me via the email address listed below and on your "parent letter". Of course, you could always simply talk to me face to face in class as well...:)

The two most important links on this site arguably the "important dates" and "weekly schedule" links listed to the right. Check these out frequently in order to stay ORGANIZED and INFORMED of class matters.

Let's get off to a GREAT start this week!

FINALS WEEK!

Hi, everyone.

First of all, GOOD LUCK WITH EXAMS THIS COMING WEEK. But really, you shouldn't need ANY luck if you PREPARE ACCORDINGLY.

The "weekly schedule" and "important" dates have been updated. Check them out.

Reminders for the weekend:

**Study...study....study...study!
**Exam review "facts" are due the day of your exam
**Be ready to turn in your green textbook the day of your exam

Let me know if you need anything at all, guys! Have a good weekend....almost done.

Almost Done!!

Hi, everyone. I thought i'd check in early again so that you could view and prepare ahead of time for our last full week of the trimester coming up. So go ahead and peruse the "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right. You'll notice that the TEST IS NOW SCHEDULED FOR THIS TUESDAY INSTEAD OF MONDAY. Be ready!

Other than reading your final Greek story ("The Minotaur) over the weekend and gathering blank note cards for our last round of vocab on Monday, here's how you can prepare for the important upcoming TEST:

Test topics...

**The Odyssey...Part I and II plot, heroic qualities displayed, characters (descriptions/roles), and translations ("making sense of nonsense" parts of the text)

**Greek Mythology research (all)..."Mount Olympus" through "centaurs"...see your handout

**Greek Mythology stories...respective plots and accompanying morals..."Choice of Hercules", "Icarus and Daedulus", "Hercules Cleans the Augean Stables", "Damon and Pythias", and "The Minotaur"

Let me know if you need anything, guys! Take care and have a good weekend.

Another Early Weekend Update...

The time left in this trimester is a tickin', everyone! For some of us, let's get our acts together, and for others, keep up that positive momentum!

Check out the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right.

You'll notice that we have a big "Odyssey" TEST coming up next week (Monday, Nov. 15). This means we'll be finishing that story by the end of this week and doing a bit of review in class on Friday for it.

You'll also notice that we have another set of Latin/Greek roots, key words, and bonus words for next week. This means you'll need 10 blank note cards once again for class ON MONDAY to begin the flash card process. Be ready.

Other than that, this weekend you've got the rest of "Odyssey" Part I (pgs. 662-678) to read...along with providing complete answers for pg. 679, 1-7 questions. ALL ODYSSEY PART I QUESTIONS ARE DUE ON MONDAY!!

Finally, don't forget about finishing with the "Greek mythology" research items for Monday!

Have a great weekend, everyone! See you all soon.

Early "SNOW DAY"?!!

Hey, all. I hope you enjoyed your surprise day off...man, I didn't see THAT coming.

Anyway, let's state the obvious first: your RESEARCH PROJECTS are now officially due tomorrow (Wednesday). Be sure to bring to class ALL research note cards, completed outlines, and final drafts. I've already received a handful of "shared" items from some groups, so i'll assume the rest of the groups will be bringing printed versions of their final drafts (one copy per group is all that is necessary).

As for next week, i've already posted the schedule and important due dates, so please check out the links to the right. We've only got about 3.5 weeks left in the trimester guys! Crazy. It's crunch time for all of us.

Please let me know if you need anything at all. See you all soon enough!

(Early) Weekend Update...

Hi, everyone. I thought i'd check in a bit earlier this time in order to update/clarify some things as we head into a shortened (yet very important) week.

First, check out the weekly schedule and important date links in order to be clear on English 9-related information. You'll notice that we do NOT have school next Thursday and Friday due to parent/teacher conference week (Monday and Tuesday 6-9 PM).

Second, regarding our Research Projects, remember that the ROUGH DRAFT IS DUE ON MONDAY AT THE BEGINNING OF THE HOUR. Be ready to do some editing/revising that day in order to start finalizing the final draft. Since you should be all hooked up to google and you also have each others' contact information, completing that rough draft shouldn't be a problem this weekend.

Finally, ALL RESEARCH-RELATED ITEMS (NOTE CARDS, OUTLINES, FINAL DRAFTS) ARE DUE ON TUESDAY, AND THE IN-CLASS PRESENTATIONS ARE THAT DAY AS WELL.

Let me know if you need anything, guys! Take care...Go State.

Weekend Update...

Hi, everyone. I hope the weekend is already going well for all of you! Enjoy the weather.

A few updates/reminders:

**Check the recently updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right in order to prepare for next week's responsibilities in our class. You'll notice that we'll be finalizing our Research Projects all week while at the same time focusing on some grammar-related material. You'll also notice that the overall due date for the research project has been pushed back a day due to MEAP testing that will go on Wednesday morning for all freshmen.

**Remember that 15 "big" note cards and 3 "small" note cards are DUE FIRST THING MONDAY! If you go to the "Michigan eLibrary" site in order to access the databases, you might need to prove that you're a Michigan resident. A valid driver's license # should do. Let me know if you questions/concerns about the research in general this weekend!

Take care, everyone. Go State! :)

Weekend Peek

Hi, everyone.

First, I hope you enjoy(ed) your Homecoming Friday! Great time of year...

Check out the newly updated "important dates" and "weekly schedule" links to the right. We're wrapping up the Novel Project and moving on to the next big endeavor--an online-based research project. Excited?! :)

Reminders for the weekend:

**All plot summaries, character, setting, style, and theme notes for your novel are DUE ON MONDAY. Be prepared to turn everything in!

**Practice and prepare for the Novel Presentations to be given in class on Monday and Tuesday. Remember, in 2-3 mins. you need to discuss the BOOK TITLE, AUTHOR, PLOT SUMMARY, 2 LIKES, 2 DISLIKES, AND OVERALL RECOMMENDATION REGARDING YOUR BOOK ALL THE WHILE INCORPORATING EYE CONTACT, MOVEMENT, AND LOUD/CLEAR VOICES. You'll need your book in your possession plus the OPTIONAL "cheat-sheet" note card in class.

Have a good weekend, all! And remember, GO STATE!

Another early weekend update...

Ladies and gentlemen,

Once again, please check the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right to prepare for the near future in this class.

Also, remember the following for Monday:

**You should be AT LEAST halfway finished with your novel by Monday with UPDATED PLOT SUMMARIES...hint hint.

**Bring 10 blank note cards to class on Monday for week 2 of vocabulary work.

Have a good weekend, everyone!

(early) Weekend Update

Greetings, all.

First, enjoy the weekend...BUT remember that we've got a big DUE DATE FOR MONDAY regarding our Personal Narrative essay assignments.

Reminders:

**You will be turning in ALL narrative items on Monday...brainstorm, outline, edited rough draft, and final draft.

**Final drafts should be typed, double-spaced, 12 pt. font (Times New Roman, Helvetica, Courier, or Arial...no bold), 1 inch margins, 2.5 pages, and with a cover page that contains your name and a creative title.

**If you are/were absent for Friday's class, you are still responsible for having at least ONE pair of eyes read/edit your paper, give comments/feedback and sign your rough draft as proof.

**Please feel free to email a Microsoft Word attachment to me for printing purposes and/or ask any questions you might have. Do so EARLY enough this weekend though so I have time to respond!

**Check the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right in order to prepare for next week. And if you have a fitting novel in mind, please bring it on Monday to class!

**Bring 10 blank note cards to class on Monday.

We'll see everyone on Monday! Be prepared!

Weekend Update...

Hi, all. I hope the weekend is a good, restful one for you. Monday is a big day for us in English class, so be prepared!

Reminders for the weekend:

1.) Finish "Thank You, Ma'm" and the attached questions for Monday.

2.) Prepare for the Literary term/Short story TEST which will be given on Monday.

And, as always, please browse the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right in order to fully prepare for the upcoming weeks ahead.

Take care, everyone!

First Weekend UPDATE

Hi, everyone. I hope you're enjoying your first weekend of the school year. Rest up for your first FULL week coming up!

A few things...

1.) Remember that you've got 41 Literary Term flashcards and your "Most Dangerous..." assignment DUE ON MONDAY.

2.) Check out the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" link to the right in order to plan ahead. We've got our first quiz and test coming up in the near future!

3.) Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions, concerns, comments, etc. thus far. I'm here for you guys!

See you all on Monday.

Welcome!!

Greetings, everyone. I'm really looking forward to working with all of you and, of course, getting to know you more as students AND as people.

If at ANY TIME, you have questions, concerns, comments, etc., PLEASE feel free to contact me via the email address listed below and on your "parent letter". Of course, you could always simply talk to me face to face in class as well...:)

Let's get off to a GREAT start this week!

Have a....

...GREAT break, everyone! It was a pleasure having you all in class this spring trimester. Let me know if you need anything at all.

Stay safe, and have fun!

LAST Update...

Hi, everyone. I hope the TKMB and final exam prep work is going all right for you this weekend...be ready for next week and perform!

Check out the "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right in order to be clear on next week's happenings. We've got a lot of stuff going on regarding TKMB finalization and exam preparation.

Remember, final drafts of TKMB essays should be typed, double-spaced, 12 pt. font, 2.5 pages...and with a cover page.

Take care, and let me know if you need anything!

Holiday Weekend Notes...

Hi, everyone. First, enjoy the beautiful holiday weekend...and don't forget to thank a veteran on Monday!

Regarding our class, check out the "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right. In addition, the "course documents" page has a downloadable link for the upcoming "final exam review" that we'll be working on for much of next week. Feel free to check that out.

Reminders: there will be NO TEST for TKMB...and a few other key due dates have shifted regarding that book. Take note! Also, remember that your "grammar quiz corrections" are due for thing on Tuesday as well.

See you all on Tuesday!

WEEKEND UPDATE:

Hi, everyone. I hope everything went well today with Mr. J in class. I'm sorry I couldn't be there!

Really, your main goal this weekend is to continue to make progress on your TKMB novel. Please let me know if you have any questions/concerns with that stuff.

Check out the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links. Next week, we'll have our last week of "vocab" starting on Tuesday.

REMINDER: WE HAVE A QUIZ OVER SUBJECT/VERB AGREEMENT MATERIAL AS WELL AS A TKMB (CHAPTERS 8-17) QUIZ ON MONDAY.

Have a good weekend!

It's the WEEKEND!

Hi, everyone.

First, please check the newly updated "important dates" and "weekly schedule" links to the right.

Monday's a big day regarding TWO QUIZZES (VOCAB and TKMB). The TKMB quiz will cover chapters 1-7 as well as vocab and allusions from the book. Also, be ready to turn in flash cards on Monday as well!

Starting Monday, we're shooting for chapters 8-17 in TKMB...consult your reading calendar to double-check.

Have a good one, all...make some progress in TKMB this weekend.

Update and Reminders

Hi, everyone. A few things for ya...

1.) Check out the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right. Also, I just updated the "course documents" link as well so that you can perhaps view upcoming TKMB assignments.

2.) Remember that over the weekend, you should finish up all Romeo and Juliet ESSAY items, including finding someone to EDIT (and sign) your rough drafts according to the 6 + 1 writing traits (and on a scale from 1 to 10):

IDEAS...thesis, evidence/citations, personal explanation
CONVENTIONS...grammar, punctuation, spelling, complete sentences
ORGANIZATION...structure (according to your outline), clear/developed paragraphs
WORD CHOICE...variety of colorful language
SENTENCE FLUENCY...variety of lengths, types
VOICE...formal, avoid slang, contractions, etc.

**The final draft should be typed, double-spaced, 12 pt. font, 2.5 pages, and with a cover page. Be prepared to turn in all additional items as well...brainstorm, outline, edited rough draft, etc.

Feel free to email me with questions, concerns, comments, and/or your final drafts!

See you all soon.

Weekend UPDATE:

Hi, everyone. I hope you're enjoying the last weekend of April!

Below and to the right are the recently updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links. Be sure to check these out since we've got a very important week coming up in class.

We're almost done with Romeo and Juliet! Happy? Sad? Neither? :)

Take care, all. See you soon.

Medical update...

Hey, everyone. Thanks for the work with Mr. J today, once again.

My "procedure" in Detroit went fairly well today despite a few complications. I'm actually writing you from Detroit right now as I (and my still-recovering wife) am not fit to drive anywhere after the day. Soooooooo, it looks like I will be absent from school tomorrow (Wednesday) again.

Please continue to make as much head-way in Romeo and Juliet as possible in class. You'll be watching more of the new version of the film tomorrow...enjoy!

Reminder: ACT III notes are due tomorrow (Wednesday) as well. The sub WILL collect this assignment!

Happy RAINY weekend...

Hi, everyone. First, thanks for the solid work with Mr. J yesterday in class...much appreciated.

We're now nearing the end of the line with Romeo and Juliet; therefore, check out the handful of additions made to the "important dates" link to the right, and, of course, view the "weekly schedule" link in order to prepare for this coming week. Feel free to read ahead in Romeo and Juliet!

Reminder: we have a Vocab QUIZ on Monday and all flash cards from this past week are due as well.

Have a good weekend, everyone!

Weekend Update...

Hi, everyone! The Robinson clan made it back home safe and sound from the hospital late this morning...all is well although, Mom is still in pain.

I hope everything's been going well with Mr. J! And HOPEFULLY you're handling Romeo and Juliet all right! Remember, avoid the typical frustration with Shakespeare. It'll get easier, I promise.

I'll be back to class on Monday, and we'll spend that day doing a bunch of review in order to "catch up"...for me and for you guys!

Please check out the updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right in order to fully prepare for next week.

Have a good weekend, all!

Baby News!

It's a GIRL! hahahaha....Quinn Nora Robinson, born this morning at 1:54 A.M....10 lbs. and 2 ounces! Yikes...wife/mom is fine...everyone's fine. Thanks for all the thoughts and well-wishes!

First, please continue to check this site for updates/announcements/directions in addition to Mr. J in class.

You'll still be on the same schedule for this week, just with me not present. So STILL be prepared for that Punctuation/Shakespeare QUIZ on Friday and continue to make healthy progress in Romeo and Juliet (reading, note-taking, and essay brainstorming, etc.)

As of now, I will definitely be absent for class tomorrow (Thursday) and most likely on Friday. But again, keep checking this blog for updates!

Hope all is well, everyone.

We're almost back!

Yippee, huh?! :)

Seriously though, i'm looking forward to seeing you all again and getting back down to business.

I hope that you guys have enjoyed your breaks and that you had safe traveling and a lot of fun with family/friends.

As for the Robinson household, STILL no baby news...the wife is ummmmmm...a bit impatient with the ol' baby at this point...just wants it to pop out already, ya know? Anyway, we're also all recovered (kind of) from the Spartan bball debacle a while back...I know you all care. :)

Regarding the class, check out the "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right to review the upcoming week. It's time to jump right into Romeo and Juliet!

Take care!

PS. I suppose if you do NOT see me on Monday, it's due to upcoming baby news...fingers crossed.

Dang it...

State! :(

The wife and I are currently in mourning after the bball loss...and still no baby!

In all seriousness, I hope you guys are enjoying your time off!

Take care, and let me know if there's anything you need from me.

SPRING BREAK!!

First, everyone, ENJOY the time off! I hope it's a safe, fun time with family and friends. Don't forget everything you're learned these past few weeks! :)

Check out the recently updated "weekly schedule", "important dates", and "course documents" links to the right regarding the week we come back to school.

On the "course documents" page, feel free to download and view the upcoming Romeo and Juliet assignments in order to perhaps plan a bit ahead.

Let me know if you need anything, guys! I'll check in on this blog at least one other time.

Take care, all.

Pre-Spring Break UPDATE...

Three more school days, everyone! I bet you're excited...

In the meantime, please check out the recently updated "important dates" and "weekly schedule" links to the right.

Reminders:

1.) We have a Punctuation (INCLUDING COMMAS) and Vocab (INCLUDING ROOTS AND BONUS WORDS) QUIZ on Monday. Prepare!!

2.) Your flash cards are due that day as well.

3.) We have a FREE READ on Monday after the quiz; come prepared with a reading material!

Have a good weekend, all, and please let me know if I can be of any help this weekend before another big day on Monday.

(Snowy) Weekend Update...

Great (sarcasm) weather, huh, guys? Man....

Anyway, I hope you're at least enjoying your weekend!

Please check out the recently updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right in order to fully prepare for classes this next week.

A few reminders:

1.) Steps 5-9 of "Teens..." are DUE ON MONDAY. Do not be confused, though, since one of the steps (the one about "change") was NOT on a handout of any type.

2.) We have a Comma and "Teens..." QUIZ ON MONDAY as well. Regarding the latter, you need to know each of the steps to success in order and be able to explain in extended writing how you personally can apply each step to your own life. Let me know ahead of time if you have questions!

3.) Also on Monday, we'll have a "free read". This means you can read ANY selection of your choice. This also means that you should perhaps bring a worthy selection to class! You will NOT be allowed to go to the library during class.

4.) The homework for Monday night is to gather at least 10 blank note cards and bring those to class with you on Tuesday.

Note: There is a chance that I will not be in class on Monday again due to a doctor appointment, but either way, the schedule will run as noted.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend! Spring Break is just around the corner...

PS: Go State!

Check out...

...the recently updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right.

Also, a reminder for over the weekend:

**"Teens..." steps 1-4 are DUE ON MONDAY. Be prepared to turn those in.


Enjoy your weekend, everyone!

WELCOME TO THE CLASS, EVERYONE!

I'm looking forward to working with all of you this trimester. This site is meant and designed wholeheartedly for you guys--to organize yourselves, ask questions, offer ideas, research class-related material, etc.

Take advantage of it!

Note: If you scroll down to the bottom of the page, you'll notice on my profile an email address that you can ALWAYS use to contact me for any reason at all.

Let's get started!

PRE-EXAM WEEKEND

An early "hello" to everyone. First, good luck with the studying/exam prep work this weekend. Come into Monday CONFIDENT that you'll do well!

The "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links have been updated to the right.

Here's a reminder of the exam schedule for next week:

**Monday: 1st hour Exam (lunch is based on your 3rd hour teacher)

**Tuesday: 2nd and 4th hour Exams (lunch is regular)

**Wednesday: 3rd and 5th hour Exams (lunch is based on your 5th hour teacher)

Also, remember that your review "facts" are due the day of your English exam.

Good luck next week, guys. Let me know if I can be of any help.

On the eve of the LAST FULL WEEK...

Everyone, feel free to check out the "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right.

Also, the "Exam Review" sheet is loaded on the "course documents" page if you want to get an early heads-up and/or if you misplace the sheet sometime next week.

REMINDERS:

1.) Bring blank note cards to class on Monday for our last week of Vocab.

2.) "Teens..." Chapters 2-5 (Steps 1-4) are DUE on Monday. Be prepared to hand those in.

Enjoy the weekend, all!

3-Day Weekend UPDATE

Hi, everyone. I hope you enjoy your time off...again!

Check out the "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right.

Reminders:

1.) Your TKMB rough draft is due on Tuesday

2.) ALL essay items are officially due on Wednesday

Have a good one!

Happy SNOW DAY!

Well, everyone, your wishes were granted. I hope you've been enjoying the day off!

BUT....it's back to work tomorrow and you should know what that means:

1.) The TKMB TEST

2.) TKMB written notes are DUE

3.) TKMB essay "brainstorm" is DUE

See you all soon enough!

Weekend Reminders

Hey, everyone. I hope the weekend is already treating you well!

A few reminders:

1.) Check out the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right. We've got a few important items coming up!

2.) Remember, our TKMB TEST and written notes due date has been pushed back to this Wed., Feb. 10 instead of Tuesday.

3.) Be ready for the Vocab QUIZ on Monday, and be ready to turn your flash cards in as well.

Have a good rest of the weekend! Enjoy the Super Bowl...Go Lions!

Weekend Update...

Greetings, all. As always, feel free to check out the updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right.

REMINDER: be prepared for our Subject/Verb Agreement QUIZ on Monday.

Let me know if/how I can be of help regarding your continued comprehension and analysis of TKMB! You're all shooting for pg. 254 by this coming Wednesday...through Chapter 27. Hopefully, you all make some healthy progress this weekend.

Have a good one!

Saturday Update...

Hey, all. I just finished watching my Spartans pull off an improbable comeback bball win, so I have to admit, i'm happy! I hope your (long) weekend is treating you the same way...

Check out the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right in order to properly prepare for next week's classes.

Remember that we have a Latin/Greek roots, key words, and bonus words QUIZ on Monday and that your flash cards are DUE that day as well.

As for TKMB, PLEASE don't hesitate to ask me any questions regarding anything related to the story. I'm here to help!

See you all soon.

NEW UPDATES

To the right are the newly updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links.

Also, check out the "course documents" link in case you lose specific TKMB materials.

Have a good weekend, everyone!

CHECK OUT...

...the recently updated "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right.

Also, a few reminders for everyone over the weekend:

**The TEST on Monday will cover Romeo and Juliet in its entirety as well as all of the punctuation rules we have covered thus far in English 9B (including commas)

**Be prepared to PERFORM your Romeo and Juliet scenes for the class on Monday after the test!

**Act IV and V notes are due at the beginning of class on Monday.


Enjoy the rest of your weekend, everyone!

Last HOLIDAY update...

Hi again, everyone! First, I hope you all had a fun, restful, rejuvenating break these past two weeks. It's almost time to get back to "the grind"!

Second, even if you've already done so, check out the "weekly schedule" and "important dates" links to the right in order to brush up on upcoming class/school items.

Remember, ALL of your written notes for ACTS I, II, and III of Romeo and Juliet are due tomorrow. Be ready to turn those in immediately. Also, it might be helpful to briefly review the story up to the beginning of Act IV, so you're not lost when we jump back into it in class.

See you all soon!