Aim: How can we write a memoir in only six words? Lesson PowerPoint and worksheet attached. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Lesson-2-6-Word-Memoir-worksheet.docx"][gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Intro-Lesson-2-6-word-memoir.pptx.pdf"] … [Read more...]
9/11/15
Aim: How has the United States changed after the 9/11 terrorist attacks? Do Now: What impact do you feel the 9/11 attacks have had on the US? Assignment: *Due Wednesday, 9/16/15 Please answer the following in an essay: How has the 9/11 attack changed the United States and how will this affect our future? *Use at least 3 pieces of evidence from the article to support your claim in the essay. *If you choose to type your essay you are welcome to e-mail it. Please be sure to send it as an attachment or share on google docs and put your name and class period in the subject heading. Article [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/03a-article.pdf"] … [Read more...]
Welcome Sophomores and Parents: Course Syllabus, Office Hours, First Assignment
Hello Parents and Sophomores, My name is Mr. Key and I am very excited to kick off the 2015-2016 school year! Attached to this post you will find the course syllabus for English Language Arts, which includes a description of the class, the school's grading policy, my classroom's rules, and the Student Contract. Please, parents, sign the contract along with adding your contact information and have it returned to me by 9/16/15, which is next Wednesday. Thank you. This is going to be a great year! Mr. Key [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/10thGradeSyllabus.docx"] … [Read more...]
Current Events Project
Attached you will find instructions for your current events project, as well as your first current events article. DUE DATES FOR MP1: #1-9/10. #2-9/18, #3-10/2, #4-10/16 [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Current-Events-Project.doc"] [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/first-current-event.pdf"] … [Read more...]
Lesson: September 9
Aim: What shapes our identity? HW: - Please have both contracts signed at the end of the syllabus. - Complete Student Survey. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/12th-Grade-ELA-Syllabus-final.docx"] [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Lesson-1-Survey.docx"] [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Intro-Lesson-1.pdf"] Syllabus, Lesson PowerPoint, and Student Survey attached. … [Read more...]
AIM: How do audience & purpose shape your language choices for effective communication?
LANGUAGE ESSENTIALS, PGS. 8-11 Classwork: Exercise # 1, 2 Homework: Exercise # 4 … [Read more...]
AIM: How is the development of the English Language related to conquest and colonialism?
TEXT: Language Essentials, pgs. 4-7 Homework: Read, sign & return Syllabus. Bring required notebook & pen to class daily … [Read more...]
9/10/15
Aim: Why do we need a government? Do Now: Think of a right you believe all people should have. For example, you probably agree that everyone in the US has the right to be protected from robbers and burglars. The belief that everyone should have this protection is shared by most people. What rights do you believe all people should have? How do you think rights like those you listed can be protected? Journal #1 What is the purpose of government? How can the government protect our natural rights? *use evidence from today’s discussion and your knowledge of Social Studies … [Read more...]
Due Friday, 9/11/15
Please don't forget that you should have your supplies by this Friday. Your signed contract should also be returned. Supplies - Single Subject Composition book (to be used for Government only) - Folder - Pen (preferably blue/black ink) - Highlighter - Flash drive (for digital work) *These items should be in class with you every day, no exceptions … [Read more...]
¡Bienvenidos! / Welcome! – Student contract & Syllabi
¡Bienvenidos! Below you will find the student contract and syllabus for Spanish 3/4 and AP Spanish. Student contract: Read and bring signed document to Ms. Soto by Wed. (9/16/15) [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Student-contract.docx"] Syllabi for each course below! Español 3/4: [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Syllabus.doc"] Español avanzado: [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/APSyllabus1516.docx"] … [Read more...]