Weekly Schedule 10/4 - 10/8

Monday: 10/4
IC: You will begin class by handing in any vocabulary make-up work and taking the Lesson 1.4 Vocabulary Test. I will distribute graded papers as you complete the test. When you have finished taking the 1.4 Test, you will complete Writer's Notebook Entry #6. Depending on the amount of time we have left in class, you will use your notes from Ordinary People to discuss your application of Psychoanalytic Criticism with a partner. I will distribute copies of The Great Gatsby and go over the reading schedule for our study of this classic text.
HW: Double check to make sure that all of your Writer's Notebook Entries are in order.
Handout: Books will be distributed in class today.

Tuesday: 10/5
IC: We will finish viewing and discussing the film Ordinary People. You will hand in your notes over the film - you may take them home tonight to finish them up and hand in tomorrow if you prefer. You will complete an introduction to the 1.5 vocabulary words.
HW: Study 1.5 Vocabulary - test Monday 10/11.
Handout: 1.5 Vocabulary List (To be distributed in class.)

Wednesday: 10/6
IC: I will distribute your graded vocabulary tests and give you time to record any missed words for make up work. Remember to consult the handout for earning back points on missed vocabulary. We will also go over the 1.5 Vocabulary List. You will participate in an activity and discussion that will serve as an introduction to the study of literary theory. You will be able to answer the following essential questions:

• What is literary theory?
• Why do people study literary theory?

I will provide you with a brief introduction to the social and historical context of Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby.
HW: Study 1.5 Vocabulary - test Monday 10/11.
Handout: Literary Theory Handout (To be distributed in class.)

Thursday: 10/7
IC: You will take a reading quiz over chapters one and two of The Great Gatsby. We will discuss elements of characterization and thematic development in the beginning of the text. You will take some notes about the historical and social context of the novel.
HW: Study 1.5 Vocabulary - test Monday 10/11.

Friday: 10/8
IC: We will begin by using the elements of poetic analysis to perform a close reading of Robert Frost's "Nothing Gold Can Stay." You will then work with a partner to complete an in depth vocabulary review for all of Unit One vocabulary. Depending on the amount of time we have left, we will talk about analogies as a useful tool for thinking and writing about abstractions, as well as a skill that you will be required to use on college entrance exams such as the SAT and ACT.
HW:

• Study 1.5 Vocabulary - test Monday 10/11.

Handout: Unit One Vocabulary Review Crossword (To be distributed in class.)

Weekly Schedule 9/27 - 10/1 Homecoming Week!

Sunday: 9/26 - Happy Birthday, Ryan!

Monday: 9/27 - Movie Night on the Patio 7pm $3
IC: Change of plans: you'll have a substitute teacher in and work on a vocabulary activity.

Tuesday: 9/28 - Homecoming T-Shirt Day; Dodgeball Tournament in the Gym 7pm
IC: Turn in PERMISSION SLIPS. Review and completion of guided notes for psychoanalysis. Hand in guided notes. Introduction to 1.4 Vocabulary.
HW: Study vocabulary - test Monday 10/4.
Handout: 1.4 Vocabulary List. (To be distributed in class.)

Wednesday: 9/29 - BBQ Lunch on the Patio; Homecoming Dress Up Day (Must Still Be In Dress Code!) - Happy Birthday, Ian!
IC: Begin viewing film: Ordinary People. We will discuss the elements of psychoanalytic literary criticism as they provide insight into the characterization and actions of each character within the film.
HW: No homework day.

Thursday: 9/30 - Early Dismissal at 1:35 for Powderpuff Football Game; Wear Class Colors - Happy Birthday, Avery!
IC: Continue viewing film: Ordinary People. We will discuss the elements of psychoanalytic literary criticism as they provide insight into the characterization and actions of each character within the film.
HW: Study vocabulary - test Monday 10/4.

Friday: 10/1 - Assembly Schedule; Wear Maroon and White; Homecoming Parade Begins at 5:30 at Broadmoor Elementary; Tailgate at 6pm in the Parking Lot; Homecoming Football Game at 7pm in the Stadium - GO INDIANS!
IC: Continue viewing and discussing film: Ordinary People. Vocabulary Review.
HW:

• Study vocabulary - test Monday 10/4.
• Complete Writer's Notebook Entry #5.
  
• Make good decisions, be good to your bodies, and have fun!

Saturday: 10/2 - Homecoming Dance in the Auxiliary Gym 8:30pm - 11:30pm

Weekly Schedule 9/20 - 9/24

Monday: 9/20
IC: Hand in Rhetorical Analysis Revisions. MLA and Turnitin.com tutorials in the Integration Lab. We'll end with a reading quiz over chapters 18-21 of The Catcher in the Rye.
HW:

• Study vocabulary - test 9/23.
• Check out the Diana Hacker Writer's Reference Website - You are expected to use this as a reference in formatting your papers this year.
• Access and read the How to Submit a Paper Information Sheet on Turnitin.com.
  

Handout: You will create you own MLA Formatting Handout in the Integration Lab.

Tuesday: 9/21
IC: In class introduction to the central tenets of psychoanalytic criticism. You will complete guided notes in class as we discuss the rudiments of psychoanalytic theory and how it translates to psychoanalytic literary criticism. We will work as a class to make connections to the text of The Catcher in the Rye. We will end class with a brief vocabulary review.
HW: Study vocabulary - test 9/23.
Handout: Guided notes for psychoanalytic psychology/psychoanalytic literary theory. (To be distributed in class.)

Wednesday: 9/22 - Class Meeting Schedule - Happy Birthday Giselle!
IC: Reading quiz over chapters 18-24 of The Catcher in the Rye. Discussion of reading selection. Pass back vocabulary tests and discuss requirements for earning points back on missed test questions. Vocabulary review.
HW: Study vocabulary - test tomorrow.

Class Meeting Schedule - All juniors are to report to the main gym during the class meeting.
Zero Hour 6:40 - 7:30
1st 7:35 - 8:25
2nd 8:30 - 9:20
3rd 9:25 - 10:20
CLASS MEETING - 10:25 - 10:40
*Seniors - Auditorium
*Juniors - Main Gym
*Sophomores - Auxiliary Gym
*Freshmen - Cafeteria
4th 10:45 - 11:30
5th (a) 11:35 - 12:25 (First Lunch)
5th (b) 12:30 - 1:20 (Second Lunch)
6th 1:25 - 2:10
7th 2:15 - 3:00

Thursday: 9/23
IC: You will begin class with the 1.3 Vocabulary Test. We will continue our introduction and discussion of psychoanalytic literary criticism. You will work on application of this theory to the text of The Catcher in the Rye.
HW: Your homework involves completing Writer's Notebook Entry #4. Be sure to free-write for at least fifteen minutes, and keep the completed entry in your notebook with the first three entries. Remember that you will be responsible for turning in all twelve completed Writer's Notebook Entries at semester.
Handout:

• Be sure to make use of the Guidelines for Earning Points Back on Vocabulary to complete vocabulary make up sentences before the test today.
• Ordinary People permission slip - Print and have a parent or guardian sign. Bring this to class with you by Monday.
  

Friday: 9/24 - Happy Birthday Jessica!
IC: Reading quiz over chapters 25-26 of The Catcher in the Rye. Brief review and discussion of the central tenets of psychoanalysis. Introduction to 1.4 Vocabulary will be postponed until Monday. Turn in your books.
HW: Study vocabulary - test 9/30.

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Weekly Schedule 9/13 - 9/17

Monday: 9/13
IC: We will begin with a Reading Quiz over chapters 8-11 of The Catcher in the Rye. We'll continue our discussion of characterization, symbolism, and theme within the text through chapter eleven. We'll end the class period with a vocabulary review.
HW: Study vocabulary - test 9/16.

Tuesday: 9/14
IC: Mr. Smith, the junior counselor, will be in to speak with you for approximately fifteen minutes. We will complete a sentence-composing activity with discussion. I will distribute your graded rhetorical analyses and we will discuss the rubric, common issues, and revision expectations. Sentence-composing Unscrambling to Imitate.
HW:

• Study vocabulary - test 9/16.
• Rhetorical Analysis Revisions due 9/20.
  

Handout: An Essay Exam Rubric will be attached to your graded rhetorical analysis. Be sure to pay close attention to this rubric as you revise your essays.

Wednesday: 9/15 - Back to School Night!
IC: We will begin with a Reading Quiz over chapters 12-14 of The Catcher in the Rye. We'll discuss the reading. Next, we'll do a close reading of the poem "On My First Son" by Ben Jonson and continue our discussion of the elements of poetic analysis. We'll end class with a brief vocabulary review.
HW:

• Study vocabulary - test tomorrow 9/16.
• Rhetorical Analysis Revisions due 9/20.
  

Thursday: 9/16 - 2 Hour Delayed Start Schedule - Happy Birthday Jordan!
IC: This is a short day so we'll begin with the 1.2 Vocabulary Test and then finish up with Writer's Notebook Entry #3. We will also take a brief look at Mark 5.1-20 as it relates to the overarching themes of The Catcher in the Rye. What is the role of personal identity in Holden's struggle?
HW: Rhetorical Analysis Revisions due 9/20. Be sure to consult the Questions for Guiding Your Revision.

2 Hour Delayed Start Schedule
0 Hour 9:00 - 9:35
1st 9:40 - 10:15
2nd 10:20 - 10:55
3rd 11:00 - 11:40
4th 11:45 - 12:20
5th 12:25 - 1:00 / 1st Lunch
5th 1:05 - 1:40 / 2nd Lunch
6th 1:45 - 2:20
7th 2:25 - 3:00
Dismissal

Friday: 9/17
IC: We'll begin with a Reading Quiz and brief discussion of chapters 15-17 of The Catcher in the Rye. Introduction of 1.3 vocabulary. We'll end the week with a Friday Poem.
HW:

• Study vocabulary - test 9/23.
  
• Rhetorical Analysis Revisions due 9/20.

Handout: 1.3 Vocabulary List to be Distributed in Class

Weekly Schedule 9/8 - 9/10

Wednesday: 9/8
IC: You will begin by taking a reading quiz over chapters 1-3 of The Catcher in the Rye. We will discuss the use of characterization to introduce the complex character of Holden Caulfield. The class period will end with a brief vocabulary review in preparation for the test tomorrow.
HW: Study vocabulary - test tomorrow 9/9!

Thursday: 9/9
IC: You will begin class by taking the 1.1 vocabulary test over unit one Greek and Latin roots and prefixes. We will continue our discussion of the first three chapters of The Catcher in the Rye, and then we'll end the class period with a Writer's Notebook Activity.

Friday: 9/10
IC: You will begin with a reading quiz over chapters 4-7 of The Catcher in the Rye. We will discuss the reading selection with respect to the following elements of literary study: characterization, symbolism, theme, and types of characters. I will distribute 1.2 Vocabulary and we will go over the words in class.
HW: Study vocabulary - test 9/16.
Handout: Vocabulary 1.2 List (To be distributed in class.)

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