Collection Quote: “We, as human beings, must be willing to accept people who are different from ourselves.” Barbara Jordan
Essential Question: How do people interact with others–family, enemies, neighbors, strangers, and those with whom they disagree?
Collection Objective: Students will be able to describe how people relate to and interact with others (family, enemies, neighbors, strangers, and those with whom they disagree), and make connections between the texts and the Collection quotation through reading, writing, speaking, and listening opportunities.
Performance Task: Write an Analytical Essay This collection focuses on the way we relate to and interact with others. Look back at the texts you have read particularly the anchor selections on burning the American flag in the context of the collectionopening quotation from Barbara Jordan. Synthesize your ideas in an analytical essay.
Texts We Will Cover: 1. ”What, of This Goldfish, Would You Wish” by Etgar Keret, translated by Nathan Englander, Short Story 2. “My SoCalled Enemy” by Lisa Gossels, Documentary Trailer 3. “Texas v. Johnson Majority Opinion” by William J. Brennan, Informational Text 4. “American Flag Stands for Tolerance” by Ronald J. Allen, Informational Text 5. from the Universal Declaration of HumanRights by UN Commission on Human Rights, Informational Text 6. “Towards a True Refuge” by Aung San Suu Kyi, Informational Text 7. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, Literature: Novel
Collection Two: The Natural World
Collection Quote: “Wildness reminds us what it means to be human, what we are connected to rather than what we are separate from.” Terry Tempest Williams
Essential Question: We are intertwined with nature: in what ways do we affect it as much as it affects us?
Collection Objective: Students will be able to explore the ways in which they interact with nature in an oral narrative.
Performance Task: Present an Oral Narrative Every text in this collection was inspired by its author’s experience with nature. Consider the kinds of experiences related in three of these texts, including the anchor text “My Life as a Bat.” What experience of your own do one or more of these texts bring to mind? Explore that experience more deeply, and share it in an oral narrative.
Texts We Will Cover: 1. "Called Out” by Barbara Kingsolver, Informational Text 2. “Sea Stars” by Barbara Hurd, Informational Text 3. “When I Heard the Learn’d Astronomer” by Walt Whitman, Literature: Poem 4. “My Life as a Bat” by Margaret Atwood, Literature: Short Story 5. “The Seventh Man” by Haruki Murakami, translated by Jay Rubin, Literature: Short Story
Ms. Scarpella's Class, Room 312 2016-17 Syllabus & Expectations How to Contact Ms. Scarpella: Email:[email protected] Website:[email protected] Office Hours: Every morning in room 312 from 7:30- 8:00 am, from 2:45-3:30, and by appointment. This semester you will need supplies:
School Planner (utilized daily for writing down agenda and for hall/restroom pass) *provided by GGHS
Composition Book for journaling
2 inch binder, with one English divider and lined paper, preferably college ruled
Pencils, highlighters, erasers, sticky notes
Access to a Google Classroom and Remind 101 app
Students will be able to (SWBAT)…
Improve academic and social skills through speaking, listening, reading, and writing across genres. This means you will use precise academic language employing complete sentences. Additionally, you will use appropriate body language when asked to express and reflect, inform and explain, evaluate and judge, persuade, analyze, and interpret.
Develop personal skills in order to become motivational to oneself and to those in the classroom community.
Take responsibility in the learning process by asking questions and being actively engaged in order to become lifelong learners.
Assignments & Grading Breakdown: ______ Participation/ Homework _____ Formative Assessments (classwork/quizzes/projects) _____ Summative Assessments (process-piece writing/tests) Classroom Procedures and Expectations: All students have a right to learn in a safe and comfortable learning environment; therefore, all students in this classroom community MUST BE RESPECTFUL to one another. As a member of this classroom community you will:
Be READY- in your seat with materials out and pencils sharpened when the bell rings. Please do not come in and ask to use the restroom; you must do this on your own time. Phones and ear buds on desks means you haven’t tuned in to the class yet. If you are not ready, like your book is in locker, then you will be marked tardy for needing to leave the class to get it.
Be RESPECTFUL- actively listen to others, do not make insulting or offensive comments or use vulgar language.
Be RESPONSIBLE- ask questions, use the classroom as an opportunity to learn, keep yourself and others around on task.
Follow PROCEDURES- coming into the classroom (hats off, phones out of sight, indoor behavior, in seat when bell rings, materials out on desk), speaking with partners, dismissal.
Life happens: sometimes your internet doesn’t work, the printer broke, you had a late game, or your mom threw out your homework. While I feel your pain, you still need to figure things out; I do not believe in excuses.
Consequences: At this point in your academic career, it should be common sense what is and what is not acceptable appropriate classroom behavior. Missing work will result in after school detentions until work has been made up. If you miss this helping period, a call home will be made. Disruptions and off-task behavior during class will be given a warning, the next step would be removal from the class (referral) with a call home to parent. Students with cell phones out in class will be given a warning, the second time the phone will be sent to the main office for parental pick-up. Extra Support: I am here to help you be successful and make progress! My door is always open. Come see me if you have any questions or concerns. This is your classroom and education; let’s make the classroom a positive and productive place! Signed agreement: I have read, understand, and accept all policies stated in this syllabus. Parents, please write down the best way to contact you in the space provided. ________________________________ _________________________________ ________________________________ Student Signature Parent (Guardian) Signature Best Way to Contact Parent PARENTS: The best way to contact me regarding any concerns about your student is through email:[email protected] To access grades and see upcoming assignments, go to: www.mykids.ggusd.usCreate an account to support and monitor students from home J ***several languages available Estimados padres: La mejor manera de ponerse en contacto conmigo acerca de su estudiante es por medio de mi correo electronico a continuacion: [email protected] Para obtener acceso a calificaciones, tareas y assignamientos favor de observar en el siguiente sitio de internet: www.mykids.ggusd.us Por favor crear una cuenta en este portal para monitorear a su estudiante desde casa J ***Diferentes lenguages disponibles.