Posted in AP Language, English 3 on Sep 2nd, 2008 No Comments »
Do you know the school song? Yes, good for you! No? We are reviewing this important text in class. Make sure you can pass the quiz. Look for the quiz before the end of spirit week.
We’ll be discussing in class how we can show our spirit and earn that stick at the homecoming pep rally.
Need [...]
Posted in AP Language, English 3 on Aug 15th, 2008 No Comments »
Welcome back class of 2010!
I hope that the summer has been relaxing and productive for you. Our work together begins on August 26th.
The main purpose of this blog is to communicate information to you and your parents regarding the English classes I teach, whether you are enrolled in Eng3 or AP Eng3. I hope that [...]
Posted in AP Language on May 16th, 2008 No Comments »
Update 7.21.2008
“Oh, give me a home…”
Take a look at what I saw last week at Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Unit.
Photo courtesy Joy Franklin of Duncan, OK.
Greetings from Fargo!
I am busy reading, writing, and discussing literature of the Great Plains with 14 other very talented teachers from across America. We have just [...]
Posted in AP Language on May 9th, 2008 No Comments »
AP students,
I hope you survived that APUSH test today. Several of you stopped by and looked tired.
Rest up! Your LANGUAGE EXAM IS WEDNESDAY!
Take home quiz over pages 4-6 of the words to know will be ready on Monday, come by then. If you will be in class, you will receive it then.
If you came by, [...]
Posted in AP Language on Mar 20th, 2008 No Comments »
We have been discussing and learning about poetess Emily Dickinson, considered one of the most influential authors to modern poets.
Poet Laurete (2001-2003) Billy Collins penned some verses about Ms. Emily.
Want to read it? Click the link below.
http://www.cs.rice.edu/~ssiyer/minstrels/poems/1139.html
I have included the slideshow from class, including assignments for the week.
dickinson.ppt
On March 24th we will discuss the project.
Reminder: [...]
Posted in AP Language on Feb 8th, 2008 Comments Off
MISSED CLASS? CHECK YOUR CLASS PAGE TAB FOR MORE INFO.
**UPDATE: You may pick up a form and bring $$ later. **
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MARCH 17TH, first day after Spring Break.
TWO DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER!!!
Friendly reminder — no extra exams are ordered. Sign up for the exam. You have until Friday, 2 days from now to register for exam.
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Posted in AP Language, English 3 on Feb 6th, 2008 Comments Off
The following is a link provided by the GT coordinator listing summer workshops.
Click the link to learn more.
http://www.txgifted.org/displaycommon.cfman=1&subarticlenbr=148#IndividualScholarshipApps
Posted in AP Language on Jan 28th, 2008 No Comments »
Please note the date change: Mock Exams for AP Language and Literature will be held on Saturday February 23, from 8:30 to 11:30. Site change: Provan Learning Center.
Flyers will be available in class next week with complete details.
AP/PreAP Prep Session for Math and English is Saturday April 12, 8:30-2pm. This change accommodates the [...]
Posted in AP Language, English 3 on Jan 7th, 2008 No Comments »
Midterms Jan. 14-17th. 2008
hhs-midterm-schedule.doc
Staff Development Day Jan. 18th
MLK Holiday Jan. 21th
Second Semester begins Jan. 22nd.
Posted in AP Language, English 3 on Jan 7th, 2008 No Comments »
2008-details-for-web.pdf
I encourage you to look at the attachment regarding the 2008 Excellence in Writing contest sponsored by the Austin American Statesman. Complete details attached.
The PTO is also sponsoring an essay contest for Black History Month. Keep checking back for details on this contest as soon as they are available.
