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Sunday, September 21, 2008

Week #4

It's week 4 which means we are half way through the quarter ALREADY! Keep up the hard work. REMEMBER TO STUDY FOR THE TESTS ON FRIDAYS! I'm challenging you to work harder and to think more critically. If you need help, please let me know as soon as possible. I will do my best to guide you towards SUCCESS!!

P.S. Wednesday night is Back to School Night. I look forward to meeting your parents!

Monday, September 22
1. Due: Necklace Reading Discovery
2. Define extras
3. Lecture on introductory paragraphs
4. Homework: Write 3 theses

Tuesday, September 23
1. Due: Theses worksheet
2. Review extras
3. Continue lecture on Intro paragraphs
4. Discuss Necklace
5. Homework: Write 3 openers

Wednesday, September 24
1. Due: Openers
2. Review extras
3. Write introductory paragraph in class
4. Review MLA Format
5. Homework: Type intro using MLA Format
6. BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT!

Thursday, September 25
1. Due: Intro Paragraphs
2. Review extras
3. Peer Review Intro paragraphs
4. Homework: Retype Intro paragraphs and study for test

Friday, September 26
1. Due: Intro paragraphs
2. Necklace and extras test
3. Homework: Reading Discovery for Charming Billy


There is no telling how many miles you will have to run while chasing a dream.
-Anonymous