About the Class
What is the theme of this class?
Memoir writing
True or False, sharing answers is ok!
Where must your phone be during class?
In the phone locker, with the teacher, at home
What percentages are the following worth?
Participation & Attendance
Classwork
Final Project
Exhibition
Participation & Attendance- 15%
Classwork- 45%
Final Project- 30%
Exhibition- 10%
Name every continent
NA/SA, Australia, Africa, Asia, Europe, Antarctica
How can you develop the skills you will learn in this class for your future?
college essays, scholarships, personal statements, and professional storytelling.
According to the Syllabus, collaboration is about...
understanding, not speed
When can you use the hall pass?
After lesson time/ during independent work time
What are two ways to lose participation points?
Miss the entry task
leave without a pass or leave before the bell
disrupt other's learning
violate baseline expectations
Who won Superbowl 50?
Broncos
According to our learning foals, what will we be examining in this class?
how imagery, diction, and structure shape meaning and emotional impact
What are some of the consequences of violating our Academic Integrity policy?
redoing work, loss of credit, family contact
When is the entry task due?
5 mins after class begins
How many points is 1 unit (3 weeks) worth?
100 points
Which dictator is known for starting WW2?
Hitler
How is this class important for understanding yourself?
It can help you reflect on experiences, name personal growth, and recognize how people, places, and challenges have shaped you
What can and can't you use AI to do?
Can use for research
Cannot use to generate assignments
How long can you leave class on a hall pass?
What happens after that?
5 mins
You will be written up and possibly put on a disciplinary plan with your family involved
What kinds of writing assignments will we do in this class?
Summaries
Analyses
Essay
How many colors are in a rainbow?
7
According to our learning goals, what will we be identifying?
narrative techniques such as tension, pacing, and reflection
What do you call a collection of cited sources?
A bibloigraphy
What should you do if you need to leave class to speak with another teacher or Katie?
Ask me and I'll text them
What can you do to get an A in each unit?
Do all the foundation tasks, do your unit reflections, read 10 pages from your novel and write a short reflection.
Who did Madonna kiss at the 2003 VMA's?
Britney Spears & Xtina