To all students: You are in my prayers every day, especially those of you who are ill or recovering from various illnesses. I hope that God's grace and healing will be with you in the next week.
Below, please find your homework assignments for the week. Classes are listed in order of period (first period at the top, sixth period at the bottom); scroll down to find your class or classes.
English 11:
1. Using Monday's class notes, create a timeline of American literary movements--place the movements from the PowerPoint on a timeline and write one or two brief phrases for each. Also finish your paragraph either agreeing with or rebutting (arguing against) one of the three statements we looked at in class. Whether you choose to agree with a statement and defend it or disagree with it and tell why you believe it is wrong is up to you, but whatever you choose, make sure you support your position with solid logic and evidence. This should be a well-developed paragraph of at least 6-7 sentences.
For students who were not here, the three statements to defend or rebut are as follows:
Puritans: We can see God's providence in every event--both the good and the bad.
Enlightenment: Humans should make decisions based on pure reason. People are basically good and will continue to make progress.
Romanticism: Connect to the spiritual world by looking within yourself or around you at the world of nature. Follow your emotions and do what you feel is right.
2. Read Literature pp. 134-136 and 138-139. List characteristics of Puritans. If you do not have your Literature book at home, you may instead read this article about Puritans and read the poem ''To Her Loving Husband'' at this website.
3. For your assignment for the rest of the week, choose ONE of the following options. Both will involve writing a (typed, double-spaced) one-page essay and will be counted as a quiz grade.
Option 1: Research the Puritans' beliefs and lifestyles online. You should use three sources; you may use this article as a great starting-point for your research. Write an essay presenting the information you have learned. Guidelines:
- Introduction should give a general overview of who the Puritans are.
- Body should present the information you found in some sort of logical, organized fashion. Make sure you PARAPHRASE information you find so that it is completely in your own words (alternately, you may use exact quotes, but do so sparingly).
- In the conclusion, you may state your personal opinion or evaluation of the Puritans if you wish; otherwise, a simple summary is fine.
- Include a list of your sources. You may use bibliography form if you know how, but it is not a requirement for this assignment.
Option 2 (more difficult): Choose and analyze a poem by a Puritan writer. Your essay should contain a brief introduction to the poem and the author (a small amount of biographical information is helpful but not an absolute requirement). The body needs to tell in plain English what the meaning of the poem is (i.e., what the poet is trying to say) and should also discuss poetic devices (meter, rhyme scheme, imagery, figurative language, etc.) and how they contribute to the poem. The conclusion should wrap things up, restate the overall meaning of the poem, and may include your personal opinion or response to the poem if you wish. Also, if you consult other sources than those provided here, include a list of them with your paper.
Possible poem choices:
- Anne Bradstreet ''To My Dear and Loving Husband'' (in Literature and also linked below)
- Other poems of Anne Bradstreet
- Poems by Edward Taylor: choose this poet if you want a challenge.
Brief biography of Taylor and index to some poems
Prologue to the Preparatory Meditations
I am the Living Bread
- Your teacher's personal favorite Puritan poem is Taylor's Meditation 22. The text does not seem to be available anywhere online, but it may be posted to this site tomorrow.
World History:
- Skim pp. 12-15 and 30-49. Write down five key terms from the chapter (with definitions) and one queston (something you want to know or a question you have about the chapter).
- Read pp. 30-43. On p. 37 do ''Identify,'' #2-4, and #5 a. On p. 43, answer #1-5.
- Write a brief narrative (one page) about the daily life of a person living in Sumer. Include details from the text.
English 10:
- Paragraph response: What do you think about when you look at the ocean? Use imagery to describe the ocean, then tell about your response to it.
- Your other assignment will be to read the Enuma Elish (Babylonian creation myth) online. I will soon post either the text itself or a link to it, in addition to study questions, so check back soon.
- Don't forget that you will have an in-class essay soon after your return.
John:
- Read pp. 19-27 and answer all questions.
- Make web diagrams for the following words or phrases: ''Word,'' ''world,'' ''grace and truth.'' (Three diagrams total.) For those who were not present today, write the word you are diagramming in the center of a piece of paper and draw a circle around it. Around the edges of the paper, write meanings or descriptions of the word in the center and connect each meaning/description to the central word with a line.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Syllabi and letters to parents
Syllabi and copies of the letters that were sent home with students have been uploaded and are permanently linked on the left so that you can easily find them without having to scroll down through old posts.
Letter to eleventh grade parents
August 21, 2009
Dear Parents and Guardians:
I would like to welcome you and your child to 11th Grade English at OCSI. I am excited about having your child in my class, and I am committed to high expectations and standards for your child’s behavior and academic performance as we work together to prepare your child for their senior year of high school.
One of the ways I can communicate my high expectations while helping your child to become a better student overall is by increasing the quality and amount of time spent reading. Research suggests that there is a direct correlation between students’ high test scores and the time they spend reading. Your child can raise test scores significantly over time by spending thirty minutes a night reading.
Education is maximized when the school and parents work together to help students succeed, so I hope that you will support this effort. Towards that goal, please take some time to look over the syllabus and the policies and procedure sheets that your child has received, and to fill out and sign the information sheet. Also, in order to keep track of your child’s assignments and class schedule, feel free to refer to my blog site, where homework assignments and other relevant materials will be posted weekly:
http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
You are invited to attend Open House on Thursday, August 27, 2008. This will be an informal meeting designed for parents to meet each other and teachers.
Please feel free to contact me anytime you have a question or concern.
Yours Truly,
Amber Fontenot
Amber.fontenot@ocsi.org
Letter to tenth grade parents
August 21, 2009
Dear Parents and Guardians:
As OCSI’s humanities teacher, I am pleased to welcome you and your child to tenth grade. Your child will be embarking on an exciting journey as we study together in two classes: world history and world literature. I am looking forward to having your child in my classes, and I am committed to high expectations and standards for your child’s behavior and academic performance as we explore the history and literature of cultures around the world.
One of the ways I can communicate my high expectations while helping your child to become a better student overall is by increasing the quality and amount of time spent reading. Research suggests that there is a direct correlation between students’ high test scores and the time they spend reading. Your child can raise test scores significantly over time by spending thirty minutes a night reading.
Education is maximized when the school and parents work together to help students succeed, so I hope that you will support this effort. Towards that goal, please take some time to look over the syllabus and the policies and procedure sheets that your child has received, and to fill out and sign the information sheet. Also, in order to keep track of your child’s assignments and class schedule, feel free to refer to my blog site, where homework assignments and other relevant materials will be posted weekly:
http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
You are invited to attend Open House on Thursday, August 27, 2008. This will be an informal meeting designed for parents to meet each other and teachers.
Please feel free to contact me anytime you have a question or concern.
Yours Truly,
Amber Fontenot
Amber.fontenot@ocsi.org
Letter to ninth grade parents
August 21, 2009
Dear Parents and Guardians:
I would like to welcome you and your child to 9th grade at OCSI. I am looking forward both to continuing to develop relationships with continuing students and families and also to welcoming some new faces.
Your child will be starting the school year studying John in Bible class. We will be reading and discussing the fourth gospel, learning about the life of Jesus as recorded by one of his closest disciples. Class activities will include scripture reading and analysis, drawing comparisons to the Old Testament, and memorization of Bible verses.
Education is maximized when the school and parents work together to help students succeed, so I hope that you will support this effort. Towards that goal, please take some time to look over the syllabus and the policies and procedure sheets that your child has received, and to fill out and sign the information sheet. Also, in order to keep track of your child’s assignments and class schedule, feel free to refer to my blog site, where homework assignments and other relevant materials will be posted weekly:
http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
You are invited to attend Open House on Thursday, August 27, 2008. This will be an informal meeting designed for parents to meet each other and teachers.
Please feel free to contact me anytime you have a question or concern.
Yours Truly,
Amber Fontenot
Amber.fontenot@ocsi.org
World History syllabus
Syllabus
World History
Hour: 2nd period
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 10:20 AM - 12:00 noon
Course Description: This course is a survey of world social and political history from ancient civilizations, including biblical history, to the present. This survey will trace man’s progress throughout history from Adam and Noah to the present, and it will provide perspective for understanding contemporary world events. These historical movements will be evaluated from a critical and biblical viewpoint.
Course Objectives:
Students will recognize the hand of God in human affairs: the rise and fall of empires, kingdoms, and nations.
Students will describe the world’s major civilizations and their major achievements
Students will understand the foundations of the world today.
Students will trace the chronology of major world events and explain cause-and-effect relationships.
Students will interpret and evaluate information gained through research and primary sources.
Students will express understanding through charts, maps, debates, projects, creative writing, and formal reports.
Class Texts:
World History: Perspectives on the Past – Krieger, Neill, Jantzen, D.C. Heath 1994
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- A notebook (B5 or A4)- Loose-leaf paper- A folder- Pens, pencils, erasers
- Your textbook
Grading:
Tests/research paper 40%
Quizzes/projects 30%
Daily assignments 20%
Class participation 10%
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late assignments.
- During class, be prepared to take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and the school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Approximate Class Schedule:
The schedule below is estimated, and may be adjusted based on class needs, at the teacher’s discretion, at any point throughout the year.
Semester 1:
Week 1 - guide to studying history, Biblical world history
Week 2-4 - Unit 1 (ch. 2-4) - Ancient Civilizations
Weeks 5-8 - Unit 2 (ch. 5-6)- Ancient Greece and Rome; research paper
Week 9-10 - Ch. 7 Roman Empire
Week 11 - Unit 3 (ch. 8) Byzantine Empire and the Rise of Islam
Weeks 12-13 - Unit 3 (ch. 9-11) The Middle Ages
Weeks 14-16 - Unit 4 (ch. 12-14) Age of Empires
Review for final exam
Semester 2:
Weeks 1-2 Unit 5(Ch. 15-17) Renaissance
Weeks 3-4 Unit 6 (Ch. 18, 19) Elizabethan era
Weeks 5-6 Unit 6 (Ch. 20,21) Enlightenment; American and French revolutions
Weeks 7-8 Unit 7 (Ch. 22-26) European Dominance
Weeks 9-10 Unit 8 (Ch. 27-29) World War I
Weeks 11-12 Unit Unit 8-9 (Ch. 31-32) World War II and the Cold War
Weeks 13-14 Unit 9 (Ch. 33-35) Modern World
Weeks 15-16 Unit 10 (Ch. 36-37) Perspectives on the Present
Review for final exam
World History
Hour: 2nd period
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 10:20 AM - 12:00 noon
Course Description: This course is a survey of world social and political history from ancient civilizations, including biblical history, to the present. This survey will trace man’s progress throughout history from Adam and Noah to the present, and it will provide perspective for understanding contemporary world events. These historical movements will be evaluated from a critical and biblical viewpoint.
Course Objectives:
Students will recognize the hand of God in human affairs: the rise and fall of empires, kingdoms, and nations.
Students will describe the world’s major civilizations and their major achievements
Students will understand the foundations of the world today.
Students will trace the chronology of major world events and explain cause-and-effect relationships.
Students will interpret and evaluate information gained through research and primary sources.
Students will express understanding through charts, maps, debates, projects, creative writing, and formal reports.
Class Texts:
World History: Perspectives on the Past – Krieger, Neill, Jantzen, D.C. Heath 1994
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- A notebook (B5 or A4)- Loose-leaf paper- A folder- Pens, pencils, erasers
- Your textbook
Grading:
Tests/research paper 40%
Quizzes/projects 30%
Daily assignments 20%
Class participation 10%
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late assignments.
- During class, be prepared to take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and the school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Approximate Class Schedule:
The schedule below is estimated, and may be adjusted based on class needs, at the teacher’s discretion, at any point throughout the year.
Semester 1:
Week 1 - guide to studying history, Biblical world history
Week 2-4 - Unit 1 (ch. 2-4) - Ancient Civilizations
Weeks 5-8 - Unit 2 (ch. 5-6)- Ancient Greece and Rome; research paper
Week 9-10 - Ch. 7 Roman Empire
Week 11 - Unit 3 (ch. 8) Byzantine Empire and the Rise of Islam
Weeks 12-13 - Unit 3 (ch. 9-11) The Middle Ages
Weeks 14-16 - Unit 4 (ch. 12-14) Age of Empires
Review for final exam
Semester 2:
Weeks 1-2 Unit 5(Ch. 15-17) Renaissance
Weeks 3-4 Unit 6 (Ch. 18, 19) Elizabethan era
Weeks 5-6 Unit 6 (Ch. 20,21) Enlightenment; American and French revolutions
Weeks 7-8 Unit 7 (Ch. 22-26) European Dominance
Weeks 9-10 Unit 8 (Ch. 27-29) World War I
Weeks 11-12 Unit Unit 8-9 (Ch. 31-32) World War II and the Cold War
Weeks 13-14 Unit 9 (Ch. 33-35) Modern World
Weeks 15-16 Unit 10 (Ch. 36-37) Perspectives on the Present
Review for final exam
John syllabus
Syllabus
Ninth grade Bible – The Gospel of John
Hour: 6th period
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 10:20 AM - 12:00 noon
Course Description: This is a study of the life and teachings of Christ as presented in the fourth gospel, John. Students will study about how God has used ordinary people to carry out His purpose. Students will also learn about how everything in the Bible is relevant and of spiritual use.
Course Objectives:
Students will build a firm foundation of understanding of and a desire to return to the gospel of John.
Students will train themselves to study a book of the Bible without structured guides.
Students will be able to explain historical background, word definitions, and other background information.
Students will grasp the overall message of John.
Students will examine and transform their lives according to God’s truth.
Class Texts:
John
Holy Bible (New Living Translation)
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- A notebook- Loose-leaf paper- A binder or folder- Pens, pencils, erasers
- Class textbooks and an IR book
Grading:
Tests/ papers 40%
Quizzes/projects 30%
Daily assignments 20%
Class participation 10%
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late assignments.
- During class, be prepared to take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and all school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Approximate Class Schedule:
Weeks 1-4: Chapters 1-5
Weeks 5-8: Chapters 6-11
Weeks 9-12: Chapters 12-17
Weeks 13-17: Chapters 18-22
Week 18: Review and final exam
Ninth grade Bible – The Gospel of John
Hour: 6th period
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 10:20 AM - 12:00 noon
Course Description: This is a study of the life and teachings of Christ as presented in the fourth gospel, John. Students will study about how God has used ordinary people to carry out His purpose. Students will also learn about how everything in the Bible is relevant and of spiritual use.
Course Objectives:
Students will build a firm foundation of understanding of and a desire to return to the gospel of John.
Students will train themselves to study a book of the Bible without structured guides.
Students will be able to explain historical background, word definitions, and other background information.
Students will grasp the overall message of John.
Students will examine and transform their lives according to God’s truth.
Class Texts:
John
Holy Bible (New Living Translation)
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- A notebook- Loose-leaf paper- A binder or folder- Pens, pencils, erasers
- Class textbooks and an IR book
Grading:
Tests/ papers 40%
Quizzes/projects 30%
Daily assignments 20%
Class participation 10%
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late assignments.
- During class, be prepared to take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and all school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Approximate Class Schedule:
Weeks 1-4: Chapters 1-5
Weeks 5-8: Chapters 6-11
Weeks 9-12: Chapters 12-17
Weeks 13-17: Chapters 18-22
Week 18: Review and final exam
Eleventh grade English syllabus
Syllabus
English 11 - American Literature
Hour: 1st period
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 10:20 AM - 12:00 noon
Course Description: The students study literature that coincides with what they are studying in their US History class. Students develop oral skills, critique selected readings, and develop their knowledge of the writings of America throughout its history.
Class Activities: The students study literature that coincides with what they are studying in their US History class. Students develop oral skills, critique selected readings, and develop their knowledge of the writings of America throughout its history.
Class Texts:
McDougal Littell - The Language of Literature
Language Network
Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics (non-consumable workbook)
Conrad Richter - The Light in the Forest
Hawthorne - The Scarlet Letter
In His Steps
Fitzgerald - The Great Gatsby
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- Two notebooks- Loose-leaf paper- A binder or folder- Pens, pencils, erasers
- Class textbooks and an IR book
Grading:
Tests/research papers 40%
Quizzes/projects 30%
Daily assignments 20%
Class participation 10%
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late assignments.
- During class, be prepared to take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and all school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Approximate Class Schedule:
The schedule below is estimated, and may be adjusted based on class needs, at the teacher’s discretion, at any point throughout the year.
Summer reading: The Light in the Forest
First quarter: Historical overview, the Puritan tradition (The Scarlet Letter), extra credit opportunity (The Crucible)
Second quarter: Spirit of Individualism, Gothic literature, research papers
J-term reading: Joni
Third quarter: The Changing Face of America (short stories), Modern Age (The Great Gatsby)
Fourth Quarter: 1940s-Present (The Testament), Integration and Disintegration (Unheard Voices)
English 11 - American Literature
Hour: 1st period
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 10:20 AM - 12:00 noon
Course Description: The students study literature that coincides with what they are studying in their US History class. Students develop oral skills, critique selected readings, and develop their knowledge of the writings of America throughout its history.
Class Activities: The students study literature that coincides with what they are studying in their US History class. Students develop oral skills, critique selected readings, and develop their knowledge of the writings of America throughout its history.
Class Texts:
McDougal Littell - The Language of Literature
Language Network
Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics (non-consumable workbook)
Conrad Richter - The Light in the Forest
Hawthorne - The Scarlet Letter
In His Steps
Fitzgerald - The Great Gatsby
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- Two notebooks- Loose-leaf paper- A binder or folder- Pens, pencils, erasers
- Class textbooks and an IR book
Grading:
Tests/research papers 40%
Quizzes/projects 30%
Daily assignments 20%
Class participation 10%
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late assignments.
- During class, be prepared to take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and all school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Approximate Class Schedule:
The schedule below is estimated, and may be adjusted based on class needs, at the teacher’s discretion, at any point throughout the year.
Summer reading: The Light in the Forest
First quarter: Historical overview, the Puritan tradition (The Scarlet Letter), extra credit opportunity (The Crucible)
Second quarter: Spirit of Individualism, Gothic literature, research papers
J-term reading: Joni
Third quarter: The Changing Face of America (short stories), Modern Age (The Great Gatsby)
Fourth Quarter: 1940s-Present (The Testament), Integration and Disintegration (Unheard Voices)
Tenth grade English syllabus
Syllabus
English 10 - World Literature
Hour: 5th period
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 10:20 AM - 12:00 noon
Course Description: The students study literature that coincides with what they study in their World History class. Students develop oral skills, presenting scenes from plays, speeches and readings. They will rely upon the writing process to develop and complete a research paper of 6-8 pages, essays, poetry, and personal experience pieces. In addition, Independent Reading (IR) will be assigned every quarter based on genre and page number criteria.
Course Objectives:
Students will apply appropriate strategies to interpret various types of reading materials (textual, functional, and recreational). They will recognize symbolism, context clues, follow directions, recognize cause and effect, identify sequence, and identify literary elements in specific works.
Students will exhibit the habit of reading for a substantial amount of time daily, including both assigned and self-directed materials.
Students will write in response to literature and prompts using journals and at times exercising critical analyses of ideas in their journal writing.
Students will demonstrate listening skills with oral vocabulary development along with dialect, slang, and jargon.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of grammar concepts and proper usage, resulting in strengthened phrases in their writing processes.
Students will conduct individual research using all aspects of the research process, producing thoughtful compositions constructed from pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing, and presenting.
Students will display an extended vocabulary consisting of common foreign words and terms, analogies, and formal and informal word choice.
Class Texts:
McDougal Littell - The Language of Literature
Language Network
Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics (non-consumable workbook)
Mark Twain - The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Joni Eareckson Tada - Joni
Corrie Ten Boom - The Hiding Place (Jean Wakatsuki – Farewell to Manzanar)
Alan Paton – Cry the Beloved Country
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- Two notebooks- Loose-leaf paper- A binder or folder- Pens, pencils, erasers
- Class textbooks and an IR book
Grading:
Tests/research papers 40%
Quizzes/projects 30%
Daily assignments 20%
Class participation 10%
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late assignments.
- During class, be prepared to take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and all school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Approximate Class Schedule:
The schedule below is estimated, and may be adjusted based on class needs, at the teacher’s discretion, at any point throughout the year.
Summer reading: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
First quarter: Literature of the Ancient World (The Epic of Gilgamesh, creation stories from around the world), Medea, PSAT review
Second quarter: Julius Caesar, Arthurian legends and other romances, poetry appreciation and writing
J-term reading: Joni
Third quarter: research paper, short fiction, The Hiding Place (extra credit opportunity: Farewell to Manzanar)
Fourth quarter: nonfiction stories and essays, Holocaust and WWII literature, Cry, the Beloved Country
English 10 - World Literature
Hour: 5th period
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 10:20 AM - 12:00 noon
Course Description: The students study literature that coincides with what they study in their World History class. Students develop oral skills, presenting scenes from plays, speeches and readings. They will rely upon the writing process to develop and complete a research paper of 6-8 pages, essays, poetry, and personal experience pieces. In addition, Independent Reading (IR) will be assigned every quarter based on genre and page number criteria.
Course Objectives:
Students will apply appropriate strategies to interpret various types of reading materials (textual, functional, and recreational). They will recognize symbolism, context clues, follow directions, recognize cause and effect, identify sequence, and identify literary elements in specific works.
Students will exhibit the habit of reading for a substantial amount of time daily, including both assigned and self-directed materials.
Students will write in response to literature and prompts using journals and at times exercising critical analyses of ideas in their journal writing.
Students will demonstrate listening skills with oral vocabulary development along with dialect, slang, and jargon.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of grammar concepts and proper usage, resulting in strengthened phrases in their writing processes.
Students will conduct individual research using all aspects of the research process, producing thoughtful compositions constructed from pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing, and presenting.
Students will display an extended vocabulary consisting of common foreign words and terms, analogies, and formal and informal word choice.
Class Texts:
McDougal Littell - The Language of Literature
Language Network
Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics (non-consumable workbook)
Mark Twain - The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Joni Eareckson Tada - Joni
Corrie Ten Boom - The Hiding Place (Jean Wakatsuki – Farewell to Manzanar)
Alan Paton – Cry the Beloved Country
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- Two notebooks- Loose-leaf paper- A binder or folder- Pens, pencils, erasers
- Class textbooks and an IR book
Grading:
Tests/research papers 40%
Quizzes/projects 30%
Daily assignments 20%
Class participation 10%
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late assignments.
- During class, be prepared to take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and all school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Approximate Class Schedule:
The schedule below is estimated, and may be adjusted based on class needs, at the teacher’s discretion, at any point throughout the year.
Summer reading: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
First quarter: Literature of the Ancient World (The Epic of Gilgamesh, creation stories from around the world), Medea, PSAT review
Second quarter: Julius Caesar, Arthurian legends and other romances, poetry appreciation and writing
J-term reading: Joni
Third quarter: research paper, short fiction, The Hiding Place (extra credit opportunity: Farewell to Manzanar)
Fourth quarter: nonfiction stories and essays, Holocaust and WWII literature, Cry, the Beloved Country
Monday, August 24, 2009
Week of August 24-28
English 11:
Students will be taking their summer reading test over A Light in the Forest Monday and Tuesday, after which we will read a Native American creation myth, examine some characteristics of folktales, and compare and contrast what we have learned about the Iroquois culture to our own worldviews. On Thursday we will have a brief grammar lesson and an opportunity to check out IR books from the library.
Homework:
Monday - bring all textbooks with book covers to class tomorrow
Tuesday - Read Litearture pp. 25-30 and fill out worksheet
Wednesday - from grammar workbook: p. 5 A, 11 B, 14 A
Thursday - write five sentences with verb errors and correct
English 10 - We will begin the week with the summer reading test over The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Other class activities will include a short grammar lesson, trip to the library, and examining passages from the Bible as literature. Our study of biblical narratives will parallel coursework in World History.
Homework:
Monday - bring all textbooks with book covers to class tomorrow
Tuesday - Read Psalm 137 and write a paragraph response
Wednesday - none
Thursday - Read Psalm 19 and 'The Sun' (Literature p. 38); worksheet
World History: As an introduction to the study of world history, we will be looking at study strategies for history, dating systems, and maps. We will also study biblical history through narratives in Genesis.
Keep in mind that beginning next week, students will take turns reading a news article at the beginning of class; each student will have this opportunity about once per month.
Monday - Read pp. 1-5, answer questions #1-4 and 6
Tuesday - Read and outline Genesis 1-3
Wednesday - On p. 6, answer questions #1-4 and 6. Read pp. 9-11 and answer questions #1, 3-5
Thursday - Read and outline Genesis 6:5-9:18.
John: This week is an introduction to the gospel of John; we will be going over background material and lesson 1 from the textbook.
Homework:
Monday - Read pp. 14-15. List reasons why there are four gospels and reasons John may have wanted his to be different from the others.
Tuesday - Read John 1-10. Answer questions 1-2 in the book (also 3 if applicable).
Wednesday - chapel; no homework
Thursday - Read John 11-20. Answer questions 5-7 (pp. 12-13). Quiz Monday.
Students will be taking their summer reading test over A Light in the Forest Monday and Tuesday, after which we will read a Native American creation myth, examine some characteristics of folktales, and compare and contrast what we have learned about the Iroquois culture to our own worldviews. On Thursday we will have a brief grammar lesson and an opportunity to check out IR books from the library.
Homework:
Monday - bring all textbooks with book covers to class tomorrow
Tuesday - Read Litearture pp. 25-30 and fill out worksheet
Wednesday - from grammar workbook: p. 5 A, 11 B, 14 A
Thursday - write five sentences with verb errors and correct
English 10 - We will begin the week with the summer reading test over The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Other class activities will include a short grammar lesson, trip to the library, and examining passages from the Bible as literature. Our study of biblical narratives will parallel coursework in World History.
Homework:
Monday - bring all textbooks with book covers to class tomorrow
Tuesday - Read Psalm 137 and write a paragraph response
Wednesday - none
Thursday - Read Psalm 19 and 'The Sun' (Literature p. 38); worksheet
World History: As an introduction to the study of world history, we will be looking at study strategies for history, dating systems, and maps. We will also study biblical history through narratives in Genesis.
Keep in mind that beginning next week, students will take turns reading a news article at the beginning of class; each student will have this opportunity about once per month.
Monday - Read pp. 1-5, answer questions #1-4 and 6
Tuesday - Read and outline Genesis 1-3
Wednesday - On p. 6, answer questions #1-4 and 6. Read pp. 9-11 and answer questions #1, 3-5
Thursday - Read and outline Genesis 6:5-9:18.
John: This week is an introduction to the gospel of John; we will be going over background material and lesson 1 from the textbook.
Homework:
Monday - Read pp. 14-15. List reasons why there are four gospels and reasons John may have wanted his to be different from the others.
Tuesday - Read John 1-10. Answer questions 1-2 in the book (also 3 if applicable).
Wednesday - chapel; no homework
Thursday - Read John 11-20. Answer questions 5-7 (pp. 12-13). Quiz Monday.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
First Week of School
Welcome!
I'm excited to be working with you as OCSI's high school humanities teacher. I will be teaching world history, tenth and eleventh grade English, and John.
For all classes, the survey you received today is your first assignment and will be graded on completion; please turn it in tomorrow if you have not already done so. There will be no homework Friday.
For my English classes, the test over summer reading will be Monday and Tuesday. You will need to bring your books Monday (Adventures of Huckleberry Finn for tenth grade, The Light in the Forest for eleventh grade) and turn them in.
Open House is on Thursday, August 27; I hope to see all of you there.
I'm excited to be working with you as OCSI's high school humanities teacher. I will be teaching world history, tenth and eleventh grade English, and John.
For all classes, the survey you received today is your first assignment and will be graded on completion; please turn it in tomorrow if you have not already done so. There will be no homework Friday.
For my English classes, the test over summer reading will be Monday and Tuesday. You will need to bring your books Monday (Adventures of Huckleberry Finn for tenth grade, The Light in the Forest for eleventh grade) and turn them in.
Open House is on Thursday, August 27; I hope to see all of you there.
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