9/16,17/08 English

• Students are again to grab "The Wave" and read hard and fast. Students should now be to page 75 or more
• SNT 5: "The Plot Was Confusing." The SNT's are intentionally general and vague. The purpose of the writing is for students to develop strong descriptive writing which would lead to the SNT conclusion. This is an FCAT writing skill.
• CYA 5 with related notes and mini lessons
• Q and A for homework: 1. Many students are not taking the homework assignments seriously and not turning them in. 2. I went over every assignment, the way the book is laid out, and my homework expectations. 3. I gave students the opportunity to turn in late work from EOL for full credit next class. 4. I clearly explained, again, the process for using the agendas to get and complete make up work. 5. I gave time to answer any and all questions related to the homework, homework process, and make-up work
• Handout for signature: Students were given the Internet Use Police from the Student Code of Conduct for their and their parents signature. The new technology will not be available to them until this is returned signed.
• Gave each student his/her ID and Password and explained how these were necessary and how the new materials would be used. Took time for Q & A related to this information
• Gave remaining time in class to work on make up and reading.