This I Believe is a narrative essay the kids will write using events in their lives. It can be related to their three words or not, but it should have some deeper meaning.
For example, I am contemplating using this sentence as my thesis::: I believe that good people should not stand silent and let bad things happen.
Very recently, a situation occurred in which I did this very thing. I still feel guilty about it, and I do believe that good people don't let bad things happen. My essay would reflect that through my experience. Usually these are the most powerful essays they write all year, and some will be read at the My 3 Words Premiere.
CALLING ALL PARENTS/GUARDIANS: My 3 Words Parent Committeee will meet Wednesday at 4:00 in Miss Cioni's room to discuss all things My 3 Words!!! ANYONE wanting to help is invited! I appreciate your time and help as well as your involvement with your child! I am so excited.
Key word for Extra Credit: respect.
Monday, May 9, 2011
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Research Project and More
Today the rough draft of their research paper was due and collected in class.
Work on typing up their Big Dream Essays are in progress...if you are in 2nd hour, I have your papers.
My 3 Words date has been set...May 23 at 6:30. Great things planned! Parent Committee to meet next week. Date to be determined.
Almost all students are videotaped!
In Literature we are coupling two books, Understanding the Holy Land (Non-fiction) and The Outsiders (fiction). Both books deal with real conflicts and issues. Students will create a Glogster (online poster) in class over their chapter of Understanding the Holy Land. That will begin the middle of next week.
Class discussion over The Outsiders will take place next week as well. Lots of reading! Love it!
I also wanted to say that I can't believe this year is almost over. It really has been a joy to work with these kids this year and push them to be their very best.
Work on typing up their Big Dream Essays are in progress...if you are in 2nd hour, I have your papers.
My 3 Words date has been set...May 23 at 6:30. Great things planned! Parent Committee to meet next week. Date to be determined.
Almost all students are videotaped!
In Literature we are coupling two books, Understanding the Holy Land (Non-fiction) and The Outsiders (fiction). Both books deal with real conflicts and issues. Students will create a Glogster (online poster) in class over their chapter of Understanding the Holy Land. That will begin the middle of next week.
Class discussion over The Outsiders will take place next week as well. Lots of reading! Love it!
I also wanted to say that I can't believe this year is almost over. It really has been a joy to work with these kids this year and push them to be their very best.
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