Monday, August 5

Student Holiday

Tuesday, August 6

Student Holiday

Wednesday, August 7

Question

What is the essential component of being successful in English 2?

Lesson

We will discuss the requirements and expectations of assignment #2 - Website Scavenger Hunt. 

Strategy

NO phones

3RP - Responsibility, Respectfulness, Reliability, and Plagiarizing

Screencastify and public speaking

Readings

22/23 Student Survey Results

and/or

23/24 Student Survey Results

Activity

I will discover all the necessities of the course website to ensure my success in English 2 for the year.

#1 - Bell Work

#2 - Scavenger Hunt

Thursday, August 8 - Friday, August 9

Question

How does my reading purpose influence how I approach and understand a text?

Lesson

We will discuss foundational reading comprehension skills in order to effectively read and analyze any text. 

Strategy

Pre-reading strategies

Readings

"Harrison Bergeron" written by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

Activity

I will in a series of paragraphs address the following topics prior to reading “Harrison Bergeron” written by Kurt Vonnegut Jr..

#1 - Bell Work

#3 - Foundations of Reading Pre-reading Strategies

Monday, August 12 - Wednesday, August 14

Question

What does it mean to "interact with a text"?

Lesson

We will use metacognitive skills to both develop and deepen comprehension of increasingly complex texts. 

Strategy

Annotating, asking questions, making connections, visualizing, predicting, summarizing, reflecting, analyzing, discussing, and writing

Readings

"Harrison Bergeron" written by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

Activity

I will in a combination of annotations, notes, and graphic organizers address the following topics about Kurt Vonnegut Jr.’s short story “Harrison Bergerson” and be sure to record textual evidence for each topic as you read and analyze the text. 

#4 - Bell Work

#5 - Annotations & Note Taking Strategies 

Thursday, August 15 - Monday, August 19

Question

Am I actually familiar with the topic or details presented in the text? 

Lesson

We will develop an engaging idea reflecting depth of thought with specific details, examples, and commentary. 

Strategy

ATC

Show do not Tell

Readings

"Harrison Bergeron" written by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

Activity

I will use my notes and annotations from Kurt Vonnegut Jr.’s short story “Harrison Bergeron” to create a prompt analysis (bubble map, outline, etc. etc.) and compose an ATC response(s) that completely answers one of the following questions.

#4 - Bell Work

#6 - Reading Comprehension and Response

Monday, August 19

Question

Am I actually familiar with the topic or details presented in the text? 

Lesson

We will develop an engaging idea reflecting depth of thought with specific details, examples, and commentary. 

Strategy

ATC

Show do not Tell

Readings

"Harrison Bergeron" written by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

Activity

I will use my notes and annotations from Kurt Vonnegut Jr.’s short story “Harrison Bergeron” to compose an ATC response completely answering all parts of one question from the task page. 

#7 - Bell Work

#6 - Reading Comprehension and Response

Tuesday, August 20 - Friday, August 23

Question

How can discussing my ideas and thoughts with others enhance my understanding?

Lesson

We will determine what successful collaboration looks like. 

Strategy

Discussion / Writing Responses

Readings

"Harrison Bergeron" written by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

Activity

I will collaborate with peers within your group to have a discussion about Kurt Vonnegut Jr. short story “Harrison Bergeron” using the questions as guides for your discussion.  This activity will actually be a discussion, not a you speak, then you, then you, etc. etc.  While using the questions as a guide, be sure to contribute your own thoughts, opinions, and challenges to the conversation.  The group discussion will be no longer than 15 minutes and all members must actively participate in the discussion to receive credit for the assignment.  

#7 - Bell Work

#8 - Collaboration

Monday, August 26 - Friday, August 30

Question

What is the purpose of research?  How can research confirm or change our current perspective?

Lesson

We will explore a topic of academic or personal interest that you want to become more informed about by researching credible and reliable sources, producing an annotated bibliography that organizes your source material, and delivering a verbal presentation of your findings to your classmates. 

Strategy

Researching credible and reliable sources

Readings

Topic list located on #10

Various readings from research

Activity

I will define your research question and topic, refine and narrow your research question, consider the differences between primary and secondary sources, propose your research topic, create a plan to research, conduct research on your topic, collect information from sources, and examine your chosen sources for reliability and credibility in a notes page. 

#9 - Bell Work

#10 - Topic Selection & Brainstorming

Thursday, August 29 - Friday, August 30

Question

What strategies can be used to be successful on the MAP test?

Lesson

N/A

Strategy

Prompt/question analysis, process of elimination, 

Readings

Various readings

Activity

I will complete and attempt to achieve the highest score possible on the BOY MAP test.  

Quote of the Week

“When people get used to preferential treatment, equal treatment seems like discrimination."  

— Thomas Sowell

Monday, September 2

Student Holiday 

Tuesday, September 3 - Friday, September 6

Question

How do I differentiate between useful, relevant information, and unhelpful information?

Lesson

We will conduct research to identify, analyze, and evaluate at least four credible and reliable sources that will help students answer research questions in order to complete an annotated bibliography.  

Strategy

Analysis

MLA Formatting

Reliable / credible sources

Citation tool inside Google Docs

Readings

Self-Selected informational text based on research topic

Activity

I will identify, analyze, and evaluate four (4) credible and reliable sources that will effectively answer my research question. 

I will create an annotated bibliography using the four (4) credible and reliable sources.   

#11 - Bell Work

#12 - Research & Annotated Bibliography

#9-12 - Reflection

Monday, September 9 - Wednesday, September 11

Question

Why am I writing?  What is my purpose and topic? Who is my intended audience?

Lesson

We will review the various requirements for a personal reflective essay.

Strategy

Developing ideas

Readings

N/A

Activity

I will construct a personal reflective essay which honestly reflects on my strengths and weaknesses in my school performance in English 2.

#13 - Bell Work

#14 - Personal Reflection on School Performance

Thursday, September 12

Question

How do I know when my writing is ready to publish?

Lesson

We will review the foundations of a formal email correspondence.

Strategy

Structure of formal emails

Readings

N/A

Activity

I will create a formal correspondence email to Mr. Matherne and CC my parents covering the information you completed in assignment #14.  

#13 - Bell Work

#15 - Email Correspondence Personal Reflection

Friday, September 13

Student Holiday

Monday, September 16 - Friday, September 20

Question

What does it mean to “interact with a text”? 

Lesson

We will read and analyze George Orwell's short story "A Hanging" for setting, plot elements, characterization, literary devices, theme, mood, tone, and voice.

Strategy

Annotating

Readings

George Orwell's short story "A Hanging"

Activity

I will annotate the text to identify and analyze the meaning of literary elements, literary devices, and the author's use of language.

#16 - Bell Work 

#17 - Reading Comprehension of a Literary / Narrative Nonfiction Text 

Monday, September 23 - Tuesday, September 24

Question

What is the answer choice justification strategy? 

Lesson

We will discuss the answer choice justification strategy. 

Strategy

Answer choice justification strategy

Readings

George Orwell's short story "A Hanging"

Activity

I will complete the DMAC multiple choice question quiz to the best of my ability by justifying ever answer choice with brief explanations.  

#19 - DMAC Test Name: Matherne E2-Q1 

Wednesday, September 25 - Friday, September 27

Question

How can specific annotations of text elements and features aid in the literary analysis process?

Lesson

We will learn more about the meaning of the text and how the author use language to communicate that meaning.  

Strategy

Move from annotations to analysis of textual evidence to understand meaning

Readings

George Orwell's short story "A Hanging"

Activity

I will actively engage in the discussion by sharing your ideas and questions about the text. Some of your comments may build on the ideas of others. Be sure to contribute relevant information and listen actively to establish meaningful and respectful discourse.

#18 - Bell Work 

#20 - Analytical Discussion Podcast with a partner

Monday, September 30

Question

How can specific annotations of text elements and features aid in the literary analysis process?

Lesson

We will learn more about the meaning of the text and how the author use language to communicate that meaning.  

Strategy

Move from annotations to analysis of textual evidence to understand meaning

Readings

George Orwell's short story "A Hanging"

Activity

I will actively engage in the discussion by sharing your ideas and questions about the text. Some of your comments may build on the ideas of others. Be sure to contribute relevant information and listen actively to establish meaningful and respectful discourse.

#21 - Bell Work 

#20 - Analytical Discussion Podcast with a partner

Tuesday, October 1 - Friday, October 4

Question

What

Lesson

We will 

Strategy

?

Readings

George Orwell's short story "A Hanging"

Activity

I will

#21 - Bell Work 

#22 - RTI Stations