Released Exam Part One

December 2, 2019

Standards

All

Starter

What is your biggest strength in English?

What is the area you could use the most support?

Explain why.

Vocabulary: 

Word: Review

Part of Speech: Verb

Dictionary Definition: examine or assess (something) formally with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary.

Your Definition: 

Activity: What is one standard you would like to focus on the most?

Activity: 

1.  Released Exam 

Complete questions 1-24 of the packet.

You will get 60 minutes to answer the questions.

We will go over the responses as a class. 

Closure: 

Predict how you did on the released exam.

Service Learning: Finishing Touches

November 26, 2019

W.9-10.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

W.9-10.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.a 

W.11-12.5 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 

Obj: I can conduct research on a relevant problem and write a proposal solving the issue.

Starter

Free Write Tuesday

Vocabulary: 

Word: Service Learning

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: Service-learning refers to learning that actively involves students in a wide range of experiences, which often benefit others and the community, while also advancing the goals of a given curriculum. Community-based service activities are paired with structured preparation and student reflection.

Your Definition: 

Activity:  What is your experience with service learning?

Activity: 

First Block

Create educational plan for mental health day.

Second Block

Create wall. 

Closure

What is one thing you learned today?

Finalizing Projects

November 25, 2019

W.9-10.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

W.9-10.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.a 

W.11-12.5 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 

Obj: I can conduct research on a relevant problem and write a proposal solving the issue.

Starter

 Reflection

Use the handout to reflect on the process of service learning.

Vocabulary: 

Word: Service Learning

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: Service-learning refers to learning that actively involves students in a wide range of experiences, which often benefit others and the community, while also advancing the goals of a given curriculum. Community-based service activities are paired with structured preparation and student reflection.

Your Definition: 

Activity:  What is your experience with service learning?

Activity: 

First Block

Create educational plan for mental health day.

Second Block

Create wall. 

Closure

What is one thing you learned today?

Service Project Presentations

November 22, 2019

W.9-10.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

W.9-10.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.a 

W.11-12.5 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 

Obj: I can conduct research on a relevant problem and write a proposal solving the issue.

Starter

Free Write Friday 

Vocabulary: 

Word: Service Learning

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: Service-learning refers to learning that actively involves students in a wide range of experiences, which often benefit others and the community, while also advancing the goals of a given curriculum. Community-based service activities are paired with structured preparation and student reflection.

Your Definition: 

Activity:  What is your experience with service learning?

Activity: 

1.Presentation Preparation

Practice rehearsing your proposal to present to Ms. Derr. 

Determine who will be responsible for sharing what information.

After you practice, give feedback to each other.

What could make the proposal even more effective?

Consider the rhetoric here.

Second Block

How will we incorporate an educational purpose, considering the suggestion from Ms. Jackson?

2.  Reflection

Use the handout to reflect on the process of service learning.

Closure

What is one thing you learned today?

Service Planning Continued

November 20 & 21, 2019

W.9-10.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

W.9-10.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.a 

W.11-12.5 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 

Obj: I can conduct research on a relevant problem and write a proposal solving the issue.

Starter

Depending on the task and role you are assigned, create a SMART goal for what you would like to do in class today.

Vocabulary: 

Word: Service Learning

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: Service-learning refers to learning that actively involves students in a wide range of experiences, which often benefit others and the community, while also advancing the goals of a given curriculum. Community-based service activities are paired with structured preparation and student reflection.

Your Definition: 

Activity:  What is your experience with service learning?

Activity: 

1.  Determining Roles and Tasks

One person should make a copy of the document linked above.

Every person should be included on the doc and everyone should have a task they are responsible for.

As a class, determine what roles are necessary for your specific project. 

Assign roles and make sure that each person knows what tasks they are responsible for. 

Some tasks may require more than one person. 

Things to Consider

Who will facilitate and keep group on track?

Who is going to create and record the official proposal?

Who needs to manage the materials?

Who is keeping track of the time and deadlines?

Who will check for accuracy?

2.  The Proposal

The group with the original idea should have most of the proposal but make sure you have the following: 

A title

Name for Audience

Identify Yourself and Your Goal

Write the Date for the Proposal

Describe the Project in Detail

Provide Step-By-Step Instruction

List Materials

Include any Costs

Keep it Clear and Concise

3.  Emailing Derr to Propose Idea

Create an email to send to Ms. Derr to have her come listen to your proposal.

Make sure to include who, what, where, when, and why.

4.  Beginning Steps 

If there is anything you can begin to make or do for the project you may begin working on that task .

Closure

What is one thing you learned today?

Service Learning: Prepping the Official Proposal

November 19, 2019 

W.11-12.5 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 

Starter

What are you looking forward to the most about this project?

What questions and concerns do you have?

Vocabulary: 

Word: Service Learning

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: Service-learning refers to learning that actively involves students in a wide range of experiences, which often benefit others and the community, while also advancing the goals of a given curriculum. Community-based service activities are paired with structured preparation and student reflection.

Your Definition: 

Activity:  What is your experience with service learning?

Activity: 

1.  Determining Roles and Tasks

One person should make a copy of the document linked above.

Every person should be included on the doc and everyone should have a task they are responsible for.

As a class, determine what roles are necessary for your specific project. 

Assign roles and make sure that each person knows what tasks they are responsible for. 

Some tasks may require more than one person. 

Things to Consider

Who will facilitate and keep group on track?

Who is going to create and record the official proposal?

Who needs to manage the materials?

Who is keeping track of the time and deadlines?

Who will check for accuracy?

2.  The Proposal

The group with the original idea should have most of the proposal but make sure you have the following: 

A title

Name for Audience

Identify Yourself and Your Goal

Write the Date for the Proposal

Describe the Project in Detail

Provide Step-By-Step Instruction

List Materials

Include any Costs

Keep it Clear and Concise

3.  Emailing Derr to Propose Idea

Create an email to send to Ms. Derr to have her come listen to your proposal.

Make sure to include who, what, where, when, and why.

4.  Beginning Steps 

If there is anything you can begin to make or do for the project you may begin working on that task .

Closure

What is one thing you learned today?

Service Learning Presentations

November 18, 2019

W.11-12.5 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 

Obj: I can conduct short research to solve a problem and demonstrate understanding through investigation.

Starter

Get with your group members to finalize your presentation. 

Make sure to include:

problem and solution

The SMART goal

Action Plan

Map of Project

Any visuals and data to support your ideas. 

Vocabulary: 

Word: action plan

part of speech; noun

Dictionary Definition: a proposed strategy or course of action

Your Definition: 

Activity: What components do you think is the most important in an action plan?

Activity 

1.  Presentations

Each group will present their ideas to the class. 

Pay attention to the plan to consider what is the most important and realistic for us to do as a class.

2.  Voting

Individually, vote on the issue that you would like to focus on as a class. 

3.  Class Discussion

How is this issue our responsibility as part of the community?

How will we help the community be addressing this issue?

What concerns do we have moving forward?

What are we looking forward to doing?

Closure

Which presentation, in your opinion,  demonstrated the need with the highest priority?

Problem Solving and Planning

November 15, 2019

W.11-12.5 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 

Obj: I can conduct short research to solve a problem and demonstrate understanding through investigation.

Starter

Free Write Friday 

Vocabulary: 

Word: action plan

part of speech; noun

Dictionary Definition: a proposed strategy or course of action

Your Definition: 

Activity: What components do you think is the most important in an action plan?

Activity 

1.  Service Learning: Planning 

On Monday, you will present your action plans to the class. 

In order to present your plan, you need to organize your ideas and create action steps.

Complete the following tasks and organize your information in a visual to present to the class. 

Problem/Solution Graphic Organizer 
SMART goal Graphic Organizer
List of Actions

Create a Map of the Project

See the picture in the book at the front.

Don't forget to compile your information into a presentation for Monday.

Closure 

What concerns do you have about the issue you chose?

Service Learning Planning

November 14, 2019

W.11-12.5 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 

Obj: I can conduct short research to solve a problem and demonstrate understanding through investigation.

Starter

In your personal opinion, what is the biggest issue facing Sanford, NC at the moment?

Why?

Vocabulary: 

Word: action plan

part of speech; noun

Dictionary Definition: a proposed strategy or course of action

Your Definition: 

Activity: What components do you think is the most important in an action plan?

Activity 

1.  Benchmark Remediation 

As a class we will review the three most commonly missed questions from the benchmark.

Then, you will have time to work on the suggested practice questions.

I will give you about twenty minutes to get started. 

Remember, you must complete both sets to earn credit towards the remediation.

The suggested practice is due Thursday, November 21. 

2.  Service Learning: Planning 

On Monday, you will present your action plans to the class. 

In order to present your plan, you need to organize your ideas and create action steps.

Complete the following tasks and organize your information in a visual to present to the class. 

Problem/Solution Graphic Organizer 
SMART goal Graphic Organizer
List of Actions

Create a Map of the Project

See the picture in the book at the front.

Don't forget to compile your information into a presentation for Monday.

Closure 

What concerns do you have about the issue you chose?

Intro To Service Learning

November 13, 2019

W.11-12.5 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 

Obj: I can conduct short research to solve a problem and demonstrate understanding through investigation.

Starter

What does community mean to me?

How do I contribute to my community?

Vocabulary: 

Word: Community

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition:

a  a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.

b.  a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals.

Your Definition: 

Activity: What does this quote mean in your own words?

Activity

Third Block

15 minutes for Benchmark 

1.  Group Reflection

At your tables, answer the questions: 

What is your responsibility to your community?

What is the community's responsibility to the individual members?

2.  Investigation

Establishing a Baseline 

What community should we serve?
What does that community need?

What would make the biggest difference?

What is really possible for me to do?

Based on what evidence?

In small groups, work on researching an area that you believe needs addressing.  

Find facts to prove that this should be a priority.  

Eventually, we will share this information to the class.

Closure

What is one thing that surprised you about our community?