Lesson Objectives - Students will engage in a brainstorming session where they are encouraged to draw conclusions about the main characters. They will then apply these skills to characters in books, movies, and past reading samples.
Homework - Students are to begin writing their test essay rough draft. The rough draft is due on Monday. The question is as follows: Explain the author's use of static and dynamic characters from the story, "What Do Fish Have to do With Anything?"
Daily updates from Mr. Swain's 8th grade English classes. Contact information: michael.swain@redclay.k12.de.us
Important Due Dates
- TOMORROW! - INSERVICE, NO SCHOOL!
- Friday, September 7th - Return the signed course outline form
- Monday, September 10th - NO SCHOOL!
- Wednesday, September 19th - NO SCHOOL!
- Friday, September 28th - Reader Response Packet is due
Achieve 3000
You will have to work on two articles in Achieve 3000 every week on your own. You can do this at home or during class once you have completed your assignment.
There what you do....
- Log in to A3000
- Click on the assigned article. You may have to scroll to find it.
- Complete the "Before Reading Poll" first
- Read the "Thought Question," but but don't answer it until you have finished reading the article
- Click on "Article" and read it
- Go back and complete the "Thought Question," then move on to the "Activity"
- Check the Important Due Dates above to see when the assignment is due
There what you do....
- Log in to A3000
- Click on the assigned article. You may have to scroll to find it.
- Complete the "Before Reading Poll" first
- Read the "Thought Question," but but don't answer it until you have finished reading the article
- Click on "Article" and read it
- Go back and complete the "Thought Question," then move on to the "Activity"
- Check the Important Due Dates above to see when the assignment is due
Welcome to the 2017-2018 version of Swaintopia.
This website is a valuable resource for both students and parents. Every day, I will post lesson objectives, homework assignments, important announcements, and reminders that will enable the student to perform to the best of his or her ability.
If you ever have a question or need clarification regarding an assignment or a lesson objective, please leave a comment or email me using the address listed above.
I am looking forward to working with you during the upcoming school year.
-Michael Swain
If you ever have a question or need clarification regarding an assignment or a lesson objective, please leave a comment or email me using the address listed above.
I am looking forward to working with you during the upcoming school year.
-Michael Swain
About Me
- Michael Swain
- The 2017-2018 school year is Mr. Swain's 20th year at Conrad as a teacher. During this time, he has seen many positive changes with the Conrad facilities and programs. Mr. Swain completed his master's degree in educational technology and is looking forward to using these skills in the classroom.
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