WORD OF THE DAY -- insatiable (adj): a hunger or desire so great it can not be satisfied
Period 1
English 12AP
Finished our discussion of "The Seafarer" and began work on "The Wanderer."
Homework: finish reading "The Wanderer" and read also "The Wife's Lament." There will be an in-class essay on Friday, 9/28 on the theme of exile in the three poems.
Period 3
English 12CP
Together as a class we read "The Coming of Beowulf" and discussed the passages that demonstrate epic conventions.
Homework: read the hand-out -- the Unferth passage -- and also "Battle with Grendel" in your literature books.
Period 4
English 12CP
Discussed the meaning of the Prologue that students read for homework. Also read the introduction to Beowulf written by B. Raffel (the translator of the poem). Together as a class, we read "The Wrath of Grendel" in our literature books.
Keep up with your outside reading and don't forget your vocabulary words. Twenty words and the quiz is just around the corner!!
Have a great night everybody! See you tomorrow...
Monday, September 24, 2012
Sunday, September 23, 2012
WORD OF THE DAY--ramify (v): to divide or spread out like branches; to separate into divisions
Period 1
English 12AP
Today we played around with kennings and Anglo-Saxon riddles. Then, continued discussing/explicating "The Seafarer."
Period 3
English 12CP
Had test today on Anglo-Saxon literature. Then, we read the first part of Beowulf -- "The Wrath of Grendel" -- in your literature anthologies.
Period 4
English 12CP
Discussed the definition of epic poetry with a lively conversation on what defines a hero. Students took a look at the Old English text of Beowulf. For homework, read the Prologue.
Hope your week-end was enjoyable!! See you tomorrow...
Period 1
English 12AP
Today we played around with kennings and Anglo-Saxon riddles. Then, continued discussing/explicating "The Seafarer."
Period 3
English 12CP
Had test today on Anglo-Saxon literature. Then, we read the first part of Beowulf -- "The Wrath of Grendel" -- in your literature anthologies.
Period 4
English 12CP
Discussed the definition of epic poetry with a lively conversation on what defines a hero. Students took a look at the Old English text of Beowulf. For homework, read the Prologue.
Hope your week-end was enjoyable!! See you tomorrow...
Thursday, September 20, 2012
WORD OF THE DAY -- largesse (n): generosity in giving; lavish contributions
Period 1
English 12AP
Today, I collected college essays and summer reading essay revisions. I distributed literature anthologies. There will be a book check tomorrow -- each book must have a book cover; this will count as a homework grade. We discussed terms such as elegy, alliteration, caesura, kennings, and exile. Also, began reading "The Seafarer." Finish reading the poem for homework.
Period 3
English 12CP
Today, we looked at the original Old English text of Beowulf and tried to figure out any familiar words. Then, we read the Prologue in translation. Finally, we read an introduction from Burton Raffel, the poem's translator.
Homework: Study for test tomorrow.
Period 4
English 12CP
Test today on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature. Afterwards, students self-edited their college essays before handing them in. Before leaving, they copied the definition of epic poetry from the board.
Homework: Keep reading your research paper book and study your words!
Have a great night...see you tomorrow!
Period 1
English 12AP
Today, I collected college essays and summer reading essay revisions. I distributed literature anthologies. There will be a book check tomorrow -- each book must have a book cover; this will count as a homework grade. We discussed terms such as elegy, alliteration, caesura, kennings, and exile. Also, began reading "The Seafarer." Finish reading the poem for homework.
Period 3
English 12CP
Today, we looked at the original Old English text of Beowulf and tried to figure out any familiar words. Then, we read the Prologue in translation. Finally, we read an introduction from Burton Raffel, the poem's translator.
Homework: Study for test tomorrow.
Period 4
English 12CP
Test today on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature. Afterwards, students self-edited their college essays before handing them in. Before leaving, they copied the definition of epic poetry from the board.
Homework: Keep reading your research paper book and study your words!
Have a great night...see you tomorrow!
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
WORD OF THE DAY -- germane (adj): relevant; appropriate
Period 1
English 12AP
Class did not meet today due to a senior assembly. Please note, however, that summer reading essay revisions AND college essays are due tomorrow.
Period 3
English 12CP
Students handed in their rough drafts of the college essay. I provided a study guide for the test on the introductory information for Anglo-Saxon literature. The test is on Friday, 9-21-12. Also, before starting Beowulf, we went over the definition for epic poetry and its components, such as epic hero, action, setting, and epic conventions.
Period 4
English 12CP
Class dropped today (E-day). Nevertheless, be sure to complete your college essays as they are due tomorrow. In addition, study for the test on the introductory information for Anglo-Saxon literature. The test is tomorrow, Thursday 9-20-12! Below is a list of names and terms to help you prepare.
Be familiar with and know the significance of:
scops/alliteration/St. Augustine/kennings/Hadrian's Wall/lyric poetry/Iberians/Christianity/Alfred the Great/Angles-Saxons-Jutes/The Exeter Book/ Venerable Bede/Celts/Danes/Elegy/Roman Empire/vernacular/caesura
Have a wonderful evening!
Period 1
English 12AP
Class did not meet today due to a senior assembly. Please note, however, that summer reading essay revisions AND college essays are due tomorrow.
Period 3
English 12CP
Students handed in their rough drafts of the college essay. I provided a study guide for the test on the introductory information for Anglo-Saxon literature. The test is on Friday, 9-21-12. Also, before starting Beowulf, we went over the definition for epic poetry and its components, such as epic hero, action, setting, and epic conventions.
Period 4
English 12CP
Class dropped today (E-day). Nevertheless, be sure to complete your college essays as they are due tomorrow. In addition, study for the test on the introductory information for Anglo-Saxon literature. The test is tomorrow, Thursday 9-20-12! Below is a list of names and terms to help you prepare.
Be familiar with and know the significance of:
scops/alliteration/St. Augustine/kennings/Hadrian's Wall/lyric poetry/Iberians/Christianity/Alfred the Great/Angles-Saxons-Jutes/The Exeter Book/ Venerable Bede/Celts/Danes/Elegy/Roman Empire/vernacular/caesura
Have a wonderful evening!
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
WORD OF THE DAY -- eschew (v): to avoid, to shun, to keep away from
Period 1
English 12AP
Today, students peer-edited their college essays. I also read several and made some suggestions. Students decided to take the essays home for a revision before handing them in for an actual grade/score. Essays should be handed in on Thursday, September 20th, at the very latest.
Please note: There is an assembly on Wednesday, September 19th, during Period 1.
Period 3
English 12CP
Class did not meet today. Nevertheless, be sure to have rough drafts of college essays on Wednesday, September 19th.
There will be a test on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature on Friday, September 21.
Period 4
English 12CP
Reviewed and discussed "The Seafarer." I also provided a study guide for the test on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature which will be on Thursday, September 20.
Hope your week-end is fantastic!!
Period 1
English 12AP
Today, students peer-edited their college essays. I also read several and made some suggestions. Students decided to take the essays home for a revision before handing them in for an actual grade/score. Essays should be handed in on Thursday, September 20th, at the very latest.
Please note: There is an assembly on Wednesday, September 19th, during Period 1.
Period 3
English 12CP
Class did not meet today. Nevertheless, be sure to have rough drafts of college essays on Wednesday, September 19th.
There will be a test on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature on Friday, September 21.
Period 4
English 12CP
Reviewed and discussed "The Seafarer." I also provided a study guide for the test on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature which will be on Thursday, September 20.
Hope your week-end is fantastic!!
Thursday, September 13, 2012
WORD OF THE DAY: coherent (adj) holding or sticking together; making a logical whole
Period 1
English 12AP
Introductory notes on Anglo-Saxon literature with very basic historical events leading up to the Anglo-Saxon invasion around 446 CE and on to Harold II's defeat at the Battle of Hastings by William the Conqueror.
Tomorrow, we will be peer editing rough drafts of college essays.
Revisions of one of your summer reading essays will be due on Thursday, 9-20-12. (On Wednesday, the 19th, there will be an assembly for seniors during Period 1.)
Period 3
English 12CP
After a surprise quiz on the poem "The Seafarer", I gave each student a question about the elegy, and we worked on answering the questions and in the process, analyzing the text. We will finish up the next time we meet.
Keep reading your research paper books, review your vocabulary words, and don't forget your college essays!
Period 4
English 12CP
Period 1
English 12AP
Introductory notes on Anglo-Saxon literature with very basic historical events leading up to the Anglo-Saxon invasion around 446 CE and on to Harold II's defeat at the Battle of Hastings by William the Conqueror.
Tomorrow, we will be peer editing rough drafts of college essays.
Revisions of one of your summer reading essays will be due on Thursday, 9-20-12. (On Wednesday, the 19th, there will be an assembly for seniors during Period 1.)
Period 3
English 12CP
After a surprise quiz on the poem "The Seafarer", I gave each student a question about the elegy, and we worked on answering the questions and in the process, analyzing the text. We will finish up the next time we meet.
Keep reading your research paper books, review your vocabulary words, and don't forget your college essays!
Period 4
English 12CP
After a surprise quiz on the poem "The Seafarer", I gave each student a question about the elegy, and we worked on answering the questions and in the process, analyzing the text. We will finish up the next time we meet.
Keep reading your research paper books, review your vocabulary words, and don't forget your college essays!
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
"Simplify your wants, and lead a contented life."
--Sri Dharma Mittra
WORD OF THE DAY: emulate (v)>>to imitate with the intent of equaling or surpassing the model
Period 1
English 12AP
Class did not meet today. Rough draft of college essay due tomorrow, Thursday, 9-13-12. You will be peer editing each other's essays before handing them in.
Period 3
English 12CP
Collected interview revisions; checked books for covers and notebooks for notes on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature. Reviewed information from the introduction. Terms to know include: lyric poetry, elegy, caesura, kennings, and scops. Began reading "The Seafarer".
HW: Finish reading the poem and bring in one question that you would ask the speaker of this poem. Remember rough drafts of college essays due next Wednesday, 9-19-12. Be prepared for surprise quizzes on vocabulary!!
Period 4
English 12CP
Checked books for covers and notebooks for notes on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature. Reviewed information from the introduction. Terms to know include: lyric poetry, elegy, caesura, kennings, and scops. Began reading "The Seafarer".
--Sri Dharma Mittra
WORD OF THE DAY: emulate (v)>>to imitate with the intent of equaling or surpassing the model
Period 1
English 12AP
Class did not meet today. Rough draft of college essay due tomorrow, Thursday, 9-13-12. You will be peer editing each other's essays before handing them in.
Period 3
English 12CP
Collected interview revisions; checked books for covers and notebooks for notes on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature. Reviewed information from the introduction. Terms to know include: lyric poetry, elegy, caesura, kennings, and scops. Began reading "The Seafarer".
HW: Finish reading the poem and bring in one question that you would ask the speaker of this poem. Remember rough drafts of college essays due next Wednesday, 9-19-12. Be prepared for surprise quizzes on vocabulary!!
Period 4
English 12CP
Checked books for covers and notebooks for notes on the introduction to Anglo-Saxon literature. Reviewed information from the introduction. Terms to know include: lyric poetry, elegy, caesura, kennings, and scops. Began reading "The Seafarer".
HW: Finish reading the poem and bring in one question that you would ask the speaker of this poem. Remember rough drafts of college essays due next Wednesday, 9-19-12. Be prepared for surprise quizzes on vocabulary!!
Monday, September 10, 2012
WORD OF THE DAY> acquisitive (adj): able to get and retain ideas or info; concerned with acquiring wealth or property
WORD OF THE DAY for Friday, 9-7-12> congeal (v): to change from liquid to solid
Period 1
English 12AP
Today was the third and (yes!) final summer reading assessment for your self-selected novel. I collected your homework -- the responses to the readings I distributed on Friday. Please note that several of you did not hand in your homework and normally, such a lapse would earn you NO CREDIT. I will allow you this one time to hand it in on Wednesday, September 12th.
I returned your graded Othello essays this morning. You may revise either this one or the Wuthering Heights essay. The due date for your revisions is Thursday, September 20th.
Rough drafts of your college essays are due on Thursday, September 13th.
Period 3
English 12CP
I returned your interview essays. I reviewed 4 basic grammar/style rules. They are:
a. commas are necessary in a compound sentence with 2 independent clauses
b. nouns and pronouns must agree -- singular with singular and plural with plural
c. do not use "however" at the beginning of a sentence; place it within the sentence
d. do not address your reader in most formal, academic writing; in other words, do not use "you"
Revised essays are due on Wednesday, September 12th. Books were distributed today. There will be a book check on Wednesday. Be sure to have your book covered.
Finally, for homework, read the introduction on pages 4-10 and take notes. I will check notebooks on Wednesday.
Period 4
English 12CP
I collected your revised interviews today. Books were distributed today. There will be a book check on Wednesday. Be sure to have your book covered.
WORD OF THE DAY for Friday, 9-7-12> congeal (v): to change from liquid to solid
Period 1
English 12AP
Today was the third and (yes!) final summer reading assessment for your self-selected novel. I collected your homework -- the responses to the readings I distributed on Friday. Please note that several of you did not hand in your homework and normally, such a lapse would earn you NO CREDIT. I will allow you this one time to hand it in on Wednesday, September 12th.
I returned your graded Othello essays this morning. You may revise either this one or the Wuthering Heights essay. The due date for your revisions is Thursday, September 20th.
Rough drafts of your college essays are due on Thursday, September 13th.
Period 3
English 12CP
I returned your interview essays. I reviewed 4 basic grammar/style rules. They are:
a. commas are necessary in a compound sentence with 2 independent clauses
b. nouns and pronouns must agree -- singular with singular and plural with plural
c. do not use "however" at the beginning of a sentence; place it within the sentence
d. do not address your reader in most formal, academic writing; in other words, do not use "you"
Revised essays are due on Wednesday, September 12th. Books were distributed today. There will be a book check on Wednesday. Be sure to have your book covered.
Finally, for homework, read the introduction on pages 4-10 and take notes. I will check notebooks on Wednesday.
Period 4
English 12CP
I collected your revised interviews today. Books were distributed today. There will be a book check on Wednesday. Be sure to have your book covered.
Finally, for homework, read the introduction on pages 4-10 and take notes. I will check notebooks on Wednesday.
Have an enjoyable day off tomorrow...see you Wednesday!!
Thursday, September 6, 2012
"We are one leaf on the great human tree." --Pablo Neruda
WORD OF THE DAY: excoriation (n): a strong denunciation; the act of stripping or wearing off the skin
Period 1
English 12AP
Students met in groups today to read successful examples of college essays and analyses from admissions officers. They deconstructed and evaluated the essays and presented their findings to the rest of the class.
Period 3
English 12CP
Students finished the interview presentations and then went to have pictures taken. Tomorrow, we will continue with the college essay process.
Period 4
English 12CP
I passed back students' corrected/revised interview essays and went over 3 grammar/style rules: use of commas in compound sentences, noun-pronoun agreement, and the proper placement of "however". Tomorrow, we will continue with the college essay process.
TO ALL OF YOU: Begin reading your research paper books! You need to bring questions/concerns to me ASAP!!
Have a great night! See you tomorrow...
WORD OF THE DAY: excoriation (n): a strong denunciation; the act of stripping or wearing off the skin
Period 1
English 12AP
Students met in groups today to read successful examples of college essays and analyses from admissions officers. They deconstructed and evaluated the essays and presented their findings to the rest of the class.
Period 3
English 12CP
Students finished the interview presentations and then went to have pictures taken. Tomorrow, we will continue with the college essay process.
Period 4
English 12CP
I passed back students' corrected/revised interview essays and went over 3 grammar/style rules: use of commas in compound sentences, noun-pronoun agreement, and the proper placement of "however". Tomorrow, we will continue with the college essay process.
TO ALL OF YOU: Begin reading your research paper books! You need to bring questions/concerns to me ASAP!!
Have a great night! See you tomorrow...
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
WORD OF THE DAY: carping (adj): tending to find fault especially in a petty way
Period 1
English 12AP
Discussion of Othello. Distributed the list of books suggested for your research paper. Please note that you may select something other than what is on the list as long as it is a topic of British literature. (The Lord of the Rings series, The Hobbit, Alice in Wonderland, or any books from the Narnia series are excluded.)
Tomorrow, we will begin the college essay writing process with a look at some successful examples. It is also "picture day", so the class will be shortened a bit.
The test for your third summer reading selection will be on Monday, September 10th. It is a question and short answer type assessment -- no essay!
Period 3
English 12CP
Presentations of your interview essays today. There are a few of you who did not have the opportunity to present, so we will continue tomorrow.
Have a great night!!
Period 1
English 12AP
Discussion of Othello. Distributed the list of books suggested for your research paper. Please note that you may select something other than what is on the list as long as it is a topic of British literature. (The Lord of the Rings series, The Hobbit, Alice in Wonderland, or any books from the Narnia series are excluded.)
Tomorrow, we will begin the college essay writing process with a look at some successful examples. It is also "picture day", so the class will be shortened a bit.
The test for your third summer reading selection will be on Monday, September 10th. It is a question and short answer type assessment -- no essay!
Period 3
English 12CP
Presentations of your interview essays today. There are a few of you who did not have the opportunity to present, so we will continue tomorrow.
Have a great night!!
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
WORD OF THE DAY: belabor (v): to work on excessively
Period 1
English 12AP
Today was part 2 of the summer reading assessment. Students wrote on the themes in Othello. Tomorrow, I will provide feedback on your Wuthering Heights essays, and if time permits, we will review the book list for 1st quarter outside reading/research paper. In addition, we will begin the college essay. The test on your third summer reading book is scheduled for Monday, September 10th. It will be a general, question and short answer type assessment.
Period 4
English 12CP
Today, students finished their interview presentations. Tomorrow, we will continue the college essay writing process. We will work in groups, reading examples and evaluating them.
Have a great night!
Period 1
English 12AP
Today was part 2 of the summer reading assessment. Students wrote on the themes in Othello. Tomorrow, I will provide feedback on your Wuthering Heights essays, and if time permits, we will review the book list for 1st quarter outside reading/research paper. In addition, we will begin the college essay. The test on your third summer reading book is scheduled for Monday, September 10th. It will be a general, question and short answer type assessment.
Period 4
English 12CP
Today, students finished their interview presentations. Tomorrow, we will continue the college essay writing process. We will work in groups, reading examples and evaluating them.
Have a great night!
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