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.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Saturday, October 16, 2010
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! :)
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! :)
Thursday, October 7, 2010
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!
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!
Thursday, September 30, 2010
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!
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!
Thursday, September 23, 2010
(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!
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!
Friday, September 17, 2010
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!
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!
Saturday, September 11, 2010
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.
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.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
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!
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!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
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!
Stay safe, and have fun!
Friday, June 4, 2010
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!
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!
Friday, May 28, 2010
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!
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!
Friday, May 21, 2010
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!
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!
Friday, May 14, 2010
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.
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.
Friday, May 7, 2010
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.
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.
Friday, April 30, 2010
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.
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.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
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!
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!
Saturday, April 24, 2010
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!
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!
Friday, April 16, 2010
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!
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!
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
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.
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.
Saturday, April 10, 2010
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.
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.
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