May 29, 2015

Opening Thought:

Today in class, we will:

1. Take the Vocab #13/#14 Quiz
2. Turn in Plot Chart, Character Graphic
3. Work on Genius Hour Presentations
4. Finish up on Genius  Hour blogs
5. HW:  Genius Hour Presentations 6/1-3 (only three days)


VOCAB #13 AND #14 QUIZ

May 28, 2015 Genius Hour Presentation Info

Opening Thought:

Today in class, we will:

1. We will turn in Vocab #14 work
2. Genius Hour Presentation information will be discussed
3. Work time for Plot Chart, Character Graphic and Genius Hour Presentation
4. HW:  Vocab #13 and #14 quiz 5/29; Lab room 622 5/29; Plot Chart 5/29; Character Graphic 5/29; Genius hour presentations start 6/1

GH Presentation Rubric

Genius Hour Success Criteria

Genius Hour Project Checklist

Link to Presentation Template

May 27, 2015

Opening Thought:

Today in class, we will:

1. Make sure students acquire the Vocab #14 list
2. Life of Pi activities:  Plot Chart and Character Graphic (both due 5/29)
3. When done with both activities, turn in to tray and also turn in notes
4. HW:  Vocab #14 work 5/28; Vocab #13 and #14 quiz 5/29; Plot Chart 5/29; Character Grapic 5/29; Lab 5/29;

Please note:
**Character Graphic Choice One is tougher than Choice Two and therefore may earn the student more points, if it is done well.
**On 5/28 in class, Ms. Petty will be reviewing requirements for Genius Hour Presentations.

CHARACTER GRAPHIC CHOICES:  CLICK THE LINKS BELOW

Character Graphic Choice One--Infographic

Character Graphic Choice Two--Sketch

If you are getting frustrated with the wifi, this is one  way to work offline in Google at school.  Follow the directions here:
HOW TO OFFLINE SYNC WITH GOOGLE DRIVE

May 26, 2015

Today in class, we will:

1. Distribute Vocab #14 list
2. Finish Life of Pi
3. HW:  Vocab #14 work 5/28; Quiz 5/29

May 20-21, 2015

Opening Thought:

In class these two days, we have:

1. Discussed issues/concerns with the tablets
2. Downloaded Chrome in order to have easy access to Google apps and gmail
3. Discussed and took notes on the background of the novel
4. Started watching the movie Life of Pi
5. Students take notes on plot and character
6. Items due this week:  Essay 5/18; Vocab #13 sentences 5/20; Background graphic 5/20

**Blog post due on 5/22

Information/Instructions Regarding Office 365 Downloads

SETUP DIRECTIONS FOR DELL VENUE TABLETS

May 19, 2015

Opening Thought:

Today in class, we will:

1.  Take notes on the background of Life of Pi
2.  Pick up tablets (if students choose to and have the signed form)
3.  Turn in background notes to tray
4.  Work on the Background Research assignment
5.  HW: Vocab #13 sentences 5/20; Background assignment 5/20; No School 5/22

LIFE OF PI Background Research Assignment

May 18, 2015- Early Out and Drills

Opening Thought:

Today in class, we will:

1. Distribute Vocab #13 lists
2. Turn in completed Final Draft of the Extended Essay on Happiness
3. Practice earthquake and fire safety drills
4. Have time to complete Vocab #13 weekly work
5. HW:  Don't forget to bring tablet forms signed if you are checking out a tablet; Vocab #13 sentences 5/20