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Monthly Archives: February 2008

ELA 11 Mods 14,15 February 14, 2008

Catcher In The Rye
For Tuesday, please type the notes for the pages we have read so far (up to page 18).  You will need to print out two copies, one for me and one for you. Your notes should be organized by date or chapter.

Writing 11 Mods 1,2 February 25, 2008

Petitioning the Government
We have identified the following five ideas to express in our Public Service Announcement for the GVCLU contest.

What is important to you?
Citizens have the freedom to stand up for themselves.
Is it important to show respect to government when petitioning?
Do citizens have the responsibility to petition the government?
Petitioning shows loyalty to yourself and your [...]

ELA 11 Mods 14,15 February 4, 2008

Catcher in the Rye
Today we begin a controversial classic of American Literature, J. D. Salinger’s The Catcher in the Rye.  We will read a short bio of the author in class, on which you will be expected to take notes.
The note template can be downloaded by right-clicking the link and choosing “Save Target As.”
Cornell Note [...]

ELA 12 Mods 12,13 February 4, 2008

Perks of Being A Wallflower
As preparation for reading The Perks of Being a Wallflower, we will watch a film that is referenced in the novel, The Unbelievable Truth directed by Hal Hartley.  The film will provide context for understanding the novel and deepen the meaning. In order to use the movie as context, you will need [...]