Period 3: English 2-M,T,TH,F: 11:40am & W: 11:50am Assignments

Hello Sophomores! 


It was a pleasure having all of you in class this year both on Zoom and in person. I hope you all have a great summer! 


To get your attendance and deliverable points answer the question below. 


Reflect back on the reading and activities that we completed this year.
1) Which short story, novel, article, or speech was most interesting or memorable to you?
2) What activity did you enjoy or learn most from?

https://kahoot.it/challenge/01015123?challenge-id=6968d5bc-2254-40ea-a3bc-3f36af532226_1622093852378



Game PIN: 01015123

Click the photo below and let me know which picture best represents how you are feeling today.

What genre of music is your favorite?

Tell me about your progress on the final. Are you writing the speech? Are you ready to record? Do you have any questions?

How are you doing with the final project? Do you have any questions? Where are you in the process (writing my thesis, doing research, writing my reasons, etc. )

Please complete this form to request classes for next year.

1) What is one thing you learned after watching the senior presentations?

What is your favorite movie?

Hi everyone! For the rest of the period, please complete the following assignment. Tomorrow we will have class and I will be explaining the final. 

What is your favorite ice cream flavor?

Today we will be watching senior presentations. Complete the following for the senior presenting:


1) Name of student presenting:
2) One thing they did well:
3) One thing they can improve on:
4) What is one thing you can apply in your own future senior presentation? 

* Please click the Zoom link below to see the senior presentations. I will look at the participant list for attendance and the deliverable. 


Senior Presentations: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88493235839?pwd=cGgvbENSOWhZTE4wRW8veFdHbThmQT09


Meeting ID: 884 9323 5839
Passcode: P52Y23

Objective: You will apply your understanding of the rhetorical appeals, ethos, pathos, and logos, to create an advertisement.

Directions: Create a persuasive advertisement that includes ethos, logos, and pathos to sell square watermelons. (Read the directions/look at the Google Slides before starting.) If you would prefer to create an ad for another item, submit a private comment with the item of your choice for approval.

Option 1:
ROLE
Farmer/Store Owner/ Distributor of square watermelons.

AUDIENCE
Grocery Shoppers (You can also pick an age demographic.)

FORMAT
Persuasive Advertisement on Google Drawings

TOPIC
You will apply your understanding of the rhetorical appeals, ethos, pathos, and logos, to create an advertisement that sells the square watermelons.
You must be sure to include:
Company Name
Name of Product
Photo
Price
Slogan
Persuasive Paragraph: A paragraph that uses ethos, pathos, and logos to persuade the audience to buy the product.

Option 2: Submit a proposal to Ms. Renteria to create an ad for an item of your choice.
You will apply your understanding of the rhetorical appeals, ethos, pathos, and logos, to create an advertisement that sells your selected item.
Your ad must still include:
Company Name
Name of Product
Photo
Price
Slogan
Persuasive Paragraph: A paragraph that uses ethos, pathos, and logos to persuade the audience to buy the product.

Tech Tip:

You can remove backgrounds from images using this website: https://www.remove.bg/

Would you rather swim with a shark or a dolphin?

What topic are you interested in for your PSA. You will need to research and create a speech on this topic.

Would you rather speak in public or record a video? 

Today we will be watching senior presentations. Complete the following for the senior presenting:


1) Name of student presenting:
2) One thing they did well:
3) One thing they can improve on:
4) What is one thing you can apply in your own future senior presentation? 

* Please click the Zoom link below to see the senior presentations. I will look at the participant list for attendance and the deliverable. 


Senior Presentations: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88493235839?pwd=cGgvbENSOWhZTE4wRW8veFdHbThmQT09


Meeting ID: 884 9323 5839
Passcode: P52Y23

What is your biggest strength when public speaking? What is an area that you can improve on?

What did the senior presenting do well? What is one thing from their presentation/speech that you can apply to your own future senior presentation?

Do you use your cellphone in class for educational purposes? If so, for what? If not, why not?

🚨Due Friday, 05/07 at the End of the Day🚨

Directions: Select a speech and analyze it for its use of ethos, pathos, logos, and other rhetorical/persuasive devices. You are to analyze the speeches for its purpose and use of rhetorical devices.
Create a one-pager (on a Google Drawing or Slides) that includes the following:
- identifies the speech’s speaker, occasion, audience, purpose, subject, and tone
-a 5-8 sentence summary of the speech
- analysis of how the speech uses ethos, pathos, and logos
-identifies and explains how the speech uses 3 rhetorical devices (Rhetorical Question, Analogy, Simile, Metaphor, Parallelism, Repetition, Allusion, Anecdote)








Template: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NcG0f6M9EcMovsED1FEhPF6FDqpPjHzIbY9Ltg_qDJs/copy

Which speech did you select?  Tell me about your progress. What have you completed?  Do you have any questions about the project?

“We
shall fight in
France, we
shall fight on
the seas and oceans, we shall fight with
growing confidence and growing strength in the air, we shall defend our island,
whatever the cost may be. We shall fight on
the beaches, we shall fight
on the landing grounds, we shall fight in
the fields and in the streets, we shall fight
in the hills …”

Winston
Churchill, UK Prime Minister, House of Commons - June 4, 1940 (Context: World War 2 was happening at this time. )


How is this section of Churchill's speech using ethos(credibility), pathos (emotion), or logos (logic) to persuade?

How is Apple using Ethos (credibility), Pathos (emotion), or Logos (logic) to convince you to buy an AirTag?

Watch both commercials below. 

How Is Apple and Microsoft using ethos, pathos, or logos to convince you to buy their computer/laptop? Which is more effective? Explain.

In your opinion which phone brand is better: Apple or Android? Make a claim and provide reasoning to justify your response.

What social media app do you use the most? Why do you prefer that app over other other social media apps?

CCSS RI 9-10- Craft and Structure
6) Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance that point of view or purpose.

How is the Gatorade advertisement below using ethos (credibility), pathos (emotion), or logos (logic) to persuade you?

How much time do you usually spend watching YouTube videos?

For each of the following sections, identify whether or not ETHOS, PATHOS, or LOGOS  is used, and explain your reasoning.

Rate your understanding of ethos, pathos, and logos.
🟢I understand the definitions and can identify the use of ethos, pathos, and logos.
🟡I understand the definitions but need more practice identifying them in writing.
🔴I am struggling to identify the use of ethos, pathos, and logos. 

If you have specific questions make sure to ask them below.

“You should definitely get help with your debt, and I say that as somebody with over 30 years experience of debt counseling.”

How is the sentence above trying to persuade you?

This or That
Do you prefer salty snacks like popcorn or sweet snacks like M&Ms?

Review the components of the one-pager by clicking below. Create your one-pager on a Google Drawings or Google Slides.

Would you rather travel to an island or mountain resort? Have you ever traveled to another country? If so where?

https://share.nearpod.com/YLcJEh9sGbb

What is one of your dreams or goals? What would you like to accomplish or obtain?

At the end of Chapter 8, the Great Gatsby is tragically killed. Officially, George Wilson is to blame for Gatsby’s death, but we know that Gatsby’s death is more complicated than that. Analyze the the complex chain of events that led to the murder-suicide and break down the blame. Judge each of the characters’ blame and explain whether the character or the character’s actions played a role in Gatsby’s death. How did their actions or inactions lead to Gatsby’s murder. Provide specific examples.

Would you rather have a mansion or a private jet?

Assignment Link: https://read.activelylearn.com/#student/reader/3413865/notes
Audiobook: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X94j3k6NrUs

Hybrid Students: What is one thing that you are looking forward to now that you are coming back on campus next week? Do you have any questions or concerns?


Virtual Students: What is one thing you like about distance learning? Do you have any questions or concerns?

Assignment: https://read.activelylearn.com/#student/reader/3372539/notes
Audiobook: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSWbwQmIeRg



Monday: Questions 1-13 (audio-book stopped at 30.20 minutes)
Thursday: Questions 14-21

Make a prediction. Do you think Daisy will choose Tom or Gatsby? Why?

1) Barnum says "This is the Greatest Show.  It's everything you'll ever want, it's everything you'll ever need."  How is this idea similar to Gatsby's philosophy or attitude?
2) Charity says "I don't know what my future will be."  Barnum replies, "I do."  Listen to the lyrics. How do Barnum and Gatz/Gatsby use dreaming to drive their future? Consider their backgrounds and goals. 

Lyrics: https://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/greatestshowmancast/amilliondreams.html

Would you rather read the original book, comic book, or manga or watch the movie? Explain.

Would you rather hike or hibernate?

Good Morning!
Today will be an asynchronous day where you work independently since students who are beginning the hybrid model will be on campus today for orientation.  To check-in for attendance, please complete the attendance check-in on Google Classroom.  Complete the assignment to earn your deliverable points  . If you have any questions, I will be monitoring Google Classroom. I will see you all tomorrow via Zoom at 11:40 am. 



For attendance, check-in by clicking on one of the options below. 

Are you on campus today or virtual?

To earn your deliverable points, complete the assignment linked below. Read each excerpt from chapter 6 and answer the analysis question that follows. Your goal is to analyze Gatsby's transformation. 

Remember today is an asynchronous day. You do not have to log into Zoom. Make sure to check in via Google Classroom by completing the check-in and the assignment. 
I will see you all tomorrow via Zoom at 8:30 am. Make sure to reach out in the private comments section if you have any questions.

Using color connotations and symbols, design an egg that represents Gatasby. Make sure to use evidence in your explanation to support your design choices. The first few slides are directions and examples.

List two adjectives that describe Jay Gatsby.

Define the following words:1) Transpired2) Notoriety3) Ingratiate 4) Unprecedented 5) Incarnation

Are you choosing to stay virtual or are you returning to campus (hybrid model) for the rest of the semester?

If you have any questions feel free to ask them below. I will answer to the best of my ability.

In Ch. 4 we learned that Gatsby has been keeping track of Daisy by looking at newspapers for any mention of her. He bought the mansion across from hers and threw parties every weekend hoping she would stop by. What do you think of his actions? If you were Daisy what would you think of Gatsby's actions? How do you think Daisy will react to seeing Gatsby again after 5 years?

AIM: (Inference Skills) Based on the rumors about Gatsby in previous chapters and the information provided by Gatsby in Chapter 4, what is your analysis of Gatsby as a person? How would you characterize him? Is he lying? Do you believe him? Why?

Define each of the vocabulary words below.
1) punctilious
2) disconcerting
3) evasion
4) somnambulatory
5) disembodied

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ov05YQsmGY&t=1669s

What is your impression of Nick and Gatsby so far?

Focus: Setting

Define the following words:
Chapter 3 Vocabulary Words
1) Convivial
2) Impetuously (Impetuous)
3)Ascertain
4) Retracted
5) Subterfuge

How do you prefer to read in class? Does reading together with the audiobook help you better understand the story? Do you prefer to read independently instead?

Stop at question 5.

Describe the flowers below.

Examine the cover art work for The Great Gatsby. Francis Cugat is the artist who was commissioned to create the artwork for the novel and it’s titled “Celestial Eyes”. Select 2 of the 3 questions to answer.
✅What are the images that make up this cover art? What is the focal point of the image? What does it make you think about?
✅What colors are used to compose this piece? Which are dominant? Which are minimal? What does the color composition suggest to the viewer?
✅What might the cover represent in the novel? Is it previewing or suggesting anything to come? How so?

After viewing the Sincerely, Fitzgerald documentary, you will be assigned a different letter of Fitzgerald’s name. Each letter has a corresponding word that in some way shaped or defined part of his life and journey as an author. Based on your letter and word write a response that answers the prompt. Include two quotes or examples from the film to support your claim. You can add an image that goes along with your response for extra credit. Link to documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCfUsaX5F10

What do you know about the 1920's?

*** If you don't recall any facts, write a question that you have about this time period.

1)List two facts that you learned about the F. Scott Fitzgerald.
2) Describe Fitzergard's marriage. How did it impact his writing?

(stop at 22 minutes)

Were you able to complete your infographic?
✅Make sure you have submitted your infographic (link or image on Google Classroom)
✅Make sure you completed the Works Cited page

Take your research notes and create an infographic using Canva. Then add the links from your research chart to the Works Cited Page using proper MLA format.
https://www.canva.com/infographics/templates/

Make sure to share it with me on Canva and download it and upload it to Google Classroom.

Works Cited (Citation Tool) Tutorial : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaveYAC9OZo
You can also use Citation Machine or Easy Bib
https://www.citationmachine.net/

Tell me your progress on your infographic project.
A) I am done with my research and ready to start designing my infographic on Canva
B) I am almost done with my research and will need to complete that first before starting my design on Canva

If you have any questions about the project post them here.

1) What is your topic for the infographic?
2) List one question that you have about the project.

1)Click the link below. Based on what you see, what is an infographic?
2) Why would a company or individual design one?

Reflect on your research skills. What are some of your strengths when it comes to researching? What are some areas that you struggle with?

Do you prefer dogs or cats? Why?
(Make a claim and provide your reasoning.)

What is your favorite animal?

1) What makes an argument or opinion more convincing?
2) Practice: Which restaurant has the best french fries? Why?

What do you know about E-Sports?Are you familiar with this term?

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, you will...
✅learn about the growing field of competitive esports at the high school level.
✅evaluate the benefits and potential drawback of being involved in esports
✅consider academic and career paths related to gaming.

Tutorial on how to screen share using Flipgrid to present: https://help.flipgrid.com/hc/en-us/articles/360045940833-Screen-Recording-How-to-record-your-screen-using-the-Flipgrid-camera

Click the link below which will take you to Flipgrid
Open the camera to Record a Response
Select the additional settings Options button
Select Record screen
Start the screen recording and share/present your Dream Home Flyer.

Rate your undertanding of imagery and your ability to write descriptive writing on a scale of 1-5.

1: I don't understand the concept and need additional support.
3: I somewhat understand imagery, but struggle to write my own descriptions.
5: I understand imagery and can apply it in my own writing.

Your goal is to complete up to task 4 today (slide 11). You can then write your rough draft finalize your Flyer by the end of class Friday. You will be recording your Flipgrid presentation by Monday.

Directions: You are searching for a new home, but not just any home, your DREAM home! You have been searching on Zillow and real estate magazines, hoping to stumble across description of your ideal home, but so far, nothing has caught your eye … until today!

You have just read the description of the PERFECT house for you! What did it say? What interesting rooms were included in the house? How many bedrooms does the house have? Any unique features? You will write this description and create a detailed picture of EXACTLY the features you are looking for in your DREAM home.

The description of your dream home will contain all the important information about the home (a descriptive paragraph, images, and key information such as address, price, number of bedrooms/bathrooms, nearby attractions, etc.). Think of it as a snapshot of the home’s best qualities.

Progress Check:
1) What task are you currently on?
Brainstorm (Tasks 1-4)
Rough Draft (Task 5)
Flyer (Task 6)
2) Do you have any questions about the project? Write them here.

Use the information in the following sentences to create one sentence that combines the key information. ( Multiple simple sentences -> one compound or complex sentence)

1) She likes to run in the field.
2) She likes to twirl in the field.
3) She likes to dance in the field.
4) The field is beautiful.

Combine the information from the 4 sentences above into 1 sentence.

Where would your dream home be located?

Write one sentence that includes imagery (description using one of the 5 senses) and the noun house.

Click on the link below and respond to the padlet question. Make sure to write your name as the title.

Revise the following sentence by adding imagery. Add details, phrases, or adjectives that use one of the five senses to make it more descriptive.

Sentence:
I went for a walk.

What is your favorite breakfast meal? Describe it.

CCSS RL 9-10
1) Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text
2) Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.

1)What short story did you chose to analyze for the project?
2)Do you have any questions about the project? If so, write it down.

Describe the mood in the image below. Provide specific details to justify your interpretation.

Rate your understanding of Tone and Mood.
🟢 I understand the difference between Mood and Tone and how it is used in stories and film.
🟡 I understand the definitions of Tone and Mood, but struggle to identify it in stories (written text) and need more practice.
🔴 I don't understand the difference between Tone and Mood and need more clarification.

1) What was your reaction to the ending of "The Veldt"?

Learning Objectives:
Students will make inferences to understand the actions of characters along with the consequences they receive.
Students will examine how an author’s language choices can affect the mood of the story and create a specific tone.
Students will identify specific language choices that support the creation of a particular mood and/or tone.
How does the author's word choice and tone convey the theme of the story?

Concepts: Setting, Mood, and Tone

Audiobook:
Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_Ayo5Apacs
Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jViI2sHPCo
Part 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXpY35f7P6Y

If you could trade your house for one that was filled with all types of technological advances (smart house), would you?

If so, which advances would you most want and why? Would you opt for a room with 360 tv capabilities/VR Capabilites? A stove that cooked your favorite foods at the snap of your fingers? Something different entirely?

If not, explain your reasoning.

AIM: Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, identifying any fallacious reasoning or exaggerated or distorted evidence.

Podcast: https://thisiscriminal.com/episode-46-tiger-7-1-2016/

Transcript: https://podscribe.app/feeds/http-feedsthisiscriminalcom-criminalshow/episodes/4a53239c0fb111334f5bc6e24941699e

🐯Describe the last time you saw a tiger. Where were you? How close to the animal were you allowed to get? Would you want to be able to be closer or pet one?

AIM: Analyze the theme of "The Gift of the Magi" Were Della and Jim wise to give each other the gifts, or were they "two foolish children"? Which interpretation does the narrator want us to believe? Support your answer with evidence from the text.

Questions to help you determine the theme:
What is the author’s opinion on the topic? What does the author want the reader to know about the topic?

What is the author trying to show through the characters and their development?

What is the author trying to demonstrate through the conflict, resolution, and ending?

How does the author use foreshadowing to build suspense, tension, or humor?

You must include a claim (sentence that answers the prompt) and at least two examples from the story to support your analysis. (3 sentences minimum)

Describe the “best gift” you have ever received. Was it a surprise? Who gave it to you?

Do you think it was a good idea for Mr. White to use his second wish? Why or why not?

How does the author's use foreshadowing affect the story? Explain the theme (message) of the short story.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmYDQcaB2c8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTMmBCJqNVQ

If you encountered an object that would grant you a wish, what would you wish for?

Click on the tabs in your interactive notebook to learn and practice grammar rules that will empower you to become a stronger writer. Each tab includes six levels of learning: Level one will help you to remember the rules. Level two helps you to understand the rules. Level three helps you to apply the rules. Level four will ask you to analyze grammar in action. Level five will prompt you to evaluate writing. Level six will give you practice creating your own writing using your knowledge of grammar. At the end of each section, you will find a rubric for grading and a small space to self-assess. Be sure to review your work and measure your level of understanding.

Beyond a grade, use this notebook as a lifelong tool and writing reference. Grow confident and empowered in your grammar!

Describe yourself using one noun you can't live without, a verb you love doing, and an adjective your friends and family would use to describe you.

Directions: Select ONE of the podcast episodes listed on the first slide. Each slide has textboxes with prompts asking you to infer, connect, summarize, and evaluate. After listening to the podcast episode, you must read the prompts on each slide and then replace the text with your own answer .

What is your favorite snack? Do you prefer something sweet or salty?

AIM: How does Roald Dahl use irony to build tension and surprise?

Tell me one thing that you accomplished this week so far (It can be school related or personal).

Rate your understanding of irony below.

EQ: How important is status?
Literature Focus: Irony
What does this ironic twist at the end tell us about the author's attitude toward status? Use evidence from the story to support your answer.

How important is status (popularity, reputuation, etc.) to you?

Our focus this week is for you to be able to differentiate and use different types of sentences (simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex) in your writing.

Each tab includes six levels of learning: Level one will help you to remember the rules. Level two helps you to understand the rules. Level three helps you to apply the rules. Level four will ask you to analyze grammar in action. Level five will prompt you to evaluate writing. Level six will give you practice creating your own writing using your knowledge of grammar. At the end of each section, you will find a rubric for grading and a small space to self-assess. Be sure to review your work and measure your level of understanding.

What is your favorite type of weather? Explain.

Objective: Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric. Infer character traits using the STEAL method.


Link to Podcast Episode: https://thisiscriminal.com/episode-51-money-tree-8-23-2016/
Link to Transcript: https://www.podgist.com/criminal/episode-51-money-tree/index.html

1) Do you know what a credit score is?
2) What is identity theft? Define the term.
3)What risky online behaviors may lead to someone's identity being stolen?

Read both excerpts below. Identify which is direct characterization and which is indirect characterization.

A) “He had a long chin and big rather prominent teeth, just covered, when he was not talking, by his full, floridly curved lips. Old, young? Thirty? Fifty? Fifty-five? It was hard to say.”
~Brave New World by Aldous Huxley

B) She answered the door in a hurry, putting her earrings on while telling me to come in for a moment. I entered what looked like an abandoned war zone. Clothes and shoes were scattered across the floor. Dirty plates with hardened fettuccine noodles were piled on the table while magazines were spread haphazardly across the floor.

Make sure to join Actively Learn by logging in with your ACE Google email address.

Click this link to sign up and access the assignment: https://read.activelylearn.com/#student/reader/2843412/notes

Tuesday: Stop at 25 minutes on the audiobook and question 6 on Actively Learn.

What is your favorite animal? Explain.

When the deer was running through the field, he looked like he was gliding.

Identify the independent clause and dependent clause in the sentence above.

Click on the tabs in your interactive notebook to learn and practice grammar rules that will empower you to become a stronger writer. Each tab includes six levels of learning: Level one will help you to remember the rules. Level two helps you to understand the rules. Level three helps you to apply the rules. Level four will ask you to analyze grammar in action. Level five will prompt you to evaluate writing. Level six will give you practice creating your own writing using your knowledge of grammar. At the end of each section, you will find a rubric for grading and a small space to self-assess. Be sure to review your work and measure your level of understanding.

Beyond a grade, use this notebook as a lifelong tool and writing reference. Grow confident and empowered in your grammar!

What is your favorite genre of books or movies? (Horror, Dystopian, Action, Comedy, Historical Fiction, etc. ). What is the last book you read for fun? (This can also be a book you enjoyed reading in school.)

Podcast Episode: https://thisiscriminal.com/episode-33-deep-dive-12-18-2015/
Transcript: https://www.podgist.com/criminal/episode-33-deep-dive/index.html

1) Have you ever been to the La Brea Tar Pits?
2) What do you know about tar pits or what do you wonder about them?

Step 1: Read the entire story once for understanding.
Step 2: Go back and read and annotate the selected passages on slides 4-5.
Step 3: Using the text from the excerpts, write a literary analysis response.

(5 pts: Annotations, 5pts. Paragraph)

If you could meet any character from a book, tv show, or movie who would it be? Explain.

Define the following words:
1) acquiesce
2) languor
3) condolence
4) precipitous
5) interloper

Open the slideshow and follow along Ms. Renteria's lecture. You will complete the workbook as we review the basics of sending an email. Your final points will be based on the practice email you write on slide 17 (see rubric on slide 18).

1) What form of communication (email, text messages, social media, phone call, etc.) do you use most often? Explain.
2) What form of communication do you use the least? Explain.

Alaska is known as one of the most unexplored places on Earth. You have been dropped off in the middle of the unpredictable Alaskan wilderness 50 miles away from any city or town. Knowing very little about what to expect, you can only choose three items from the list below.

List which 3 items you would choose and why.

Items:
- 1 week's worth of jerky
-50 feet of rope
-a bag of potatoes
-5 gallons of water
-a half-gallon of milk
-signal flares
-compass
-first aid kit
-hammock
-portable heating unit
-1 can of bug spray
-self-inflating life raft
-1 box of matches
-1 roll of toilet paper

Complete the My Happy Place collage using the template below.

Tutorial on how to create your collage: https://www.loom.com/share/92f4a928e9c94da58c1c80729d4443af

Website that removes background: https://www.remove.bg/

Then, present on Flipgrid using this link: https://flipgrid.com/e7e5935e

1) What is one thing you are looking forward to this month?
2) Do you have any questions or concerns?

Click the link below. Tap the green plus below to open the Flipgrid Camera. Then, record a short video and...

👋 Say Hello and state your first and last name (If you prefer a nickname include that in your introduction).
📺Recommend a book, tv show, movie, or song that your classmates might like.
🎙Anything else you might want to share.

Today, you will be creating an “About Me” slide that will help your peers and I get to know you better. Choose from one of the following templates. Once all of your peers have created slides, I will combine them in a class “ebook.”

Welcome to English 2! Today, we will review the English 2 Syllabus. When you go home today, please click on the link and complete the Google Form to verify that both you, the student, and your parent or guardian have read and understood the class expectations and grading policy. Parents, please submit your prefered contact information in the Google Form. Thank you!

As we go through each question as a class, type your name on one of the black boxes and move your name to a corner that indicates your answer.

*Remember this is an editable slideshow so you should be careful not to change or move other students’ names.

You will get participation points for contributing to each slide.

Good Afternoon Everyone!
While we wait for students to arrive to our meeting, please answer the questions below.

1) Reading is an important element of any English class. What issues have you had in the past? (comprehension, speed, motivation, time, lack of challenge, etc.). What goals would you like to set for yourself for reading?
2) Writing and public speaking is an important element of any English class. What have you had success with in the past? What have you struggled with? What goals can you set to improve your writing and public speaking in this class?