Week of December 10, 2007

Monday, December 10, 2007

Journal: "All families and friends have rituals that they share from one generation to another.  These rituals can relate to holidays, seasons, foods, places, etc.  Please describe a ritual that you have with your family or friends.  Use descriptive detail."

2nd Period - Presentation of Short and Extended Responses by Dr. Moss

3rd & 4th Periods - Complete FCAT project

Tuesday, December 11, 2007

Journal:  "Write a letter to your administrator convincing them that students should be allowed to use cell phones during lunch and passing.  Be sure to explain why students are not allowed now and give suggestions for alleviating those concerns."

All periods - Discuss Main Idea Mini BAT

2nd Period - Finish FCAT project

3rd and 4th - FCAT project Competition

Wednesday, December 12, 2007

Journal: "What was your most embarrassing moment?"

2nd Period - FCAT project Competition

3rd and 4th - Short and Extended Responses Presentation

Thursday, December 13, 2007

Journal: "Describe your favorite music video.  Use descriptive details."

Mini BAT 3-A Cause/Effect and Compare/Contrast

TeenBiz "Music Videos"

FreeRice.com Vocabulary Competition

Friday, December 14, 2007

Journal: "Freedom Writers Friday"

Mini BAT 3-A Review

TeenBiz