Wednesday, December 15th

Parents and Guardians 

Today I am sending home a Student Detail Report that shows the interim grades for the second marking period.  Please reinforce the importance of ending the calendar year on a strong note.

8th Grade

Lesson Objectives - Students will read their next story, "The Bet."  They will then identify and interpret the flashback as a literary device.
Homework -In a paragraph, answer the following: What do you think the outcome of the bet proves?  Explain your answer.

7th Grade

Lesson Objectives - Students will be comparing and contrasting O. Henry's two stories, "After Twenty Years" and "A Retrieved Reformation." 
Homework -Students are to begin writing their rough drafts for the test essay based on the above objective.  These drafts are due at the beginning of class on Monday before they take their test.