This week marks the halfway point in the second quarter. All classes have IXL language arts standards that are due on Nov. 12. These are all punctuation standards that we have learned in class; IXL is an individualized way to practice the application of these rules. For students wanting to raise a grade, this is a great way to do it. Students can work until their smart score is where they want it.
In ninth grade we are reading a short story called "The Most Dangerous Game," using this to analyze suspense, conflict, and irony, as well as learn new vocabulary words. Also in ninth grade, we have prefix quizzes each Thursday. The one this week is on prefixes 1-15. In tenth grade, we are writing to express and reflect on our Favorite Mistake, or a mistake from which something good resulted. A printed draft is due in class on Thursday for peer review, with the final draft due next week. This should be a good chance for expressive narrative writing, allowing students to reflect on how they learn important lessons in their lives.
This week we will have Wednesday off for Veterans' Day. I hope you are able to reflect on the sacrifices made by many to defend our freedom over the years.
Have a great week!
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