Mr. Thomas Worthington-----Social Studies Department----Current Events Homework Assignment

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1. Find a recent news article that you can relate to one of the following themes from

American History:

       a.  Federalism

       b. Checks and Balances

       c. Civil Liberties

       d. Foreign Policy Choices      

2. Summarize the article.

3. Explain how the article related to the theme you have chosen.

4. Hand in the article with your assignment.

Mr. Thomas Worthington--Social Studies Department-Virtual Reference Collection Activity-Industrial Revolution

     
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1. Log into the VRC collection
2. Go to American History
3. Click on Eras

Part I – Click on Inventions  

1. Did working life change with the inventions during the Ind. Rev.

2. Go to Images – Chicago, 1893.  Describe three images.

a.
b.

c.

 

3. Explain two quotes by Tom Edison.  

            a.

            b.  

Part II – Click on Shame of the Cities, 1860-1900    

4. Describe what life was like in a tenement.
5. Who was Jacob Riis?  What was he known for doing.    

Part III – Workers of the World Unite  

6.  Who was Samuel Gompers?  What did he create.

      7.  Find the image of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire/comment.

Part IV

       8.  Work on the key terms for the Industrial Revolution or your project.          

Ms. Nicole Schwartz-----English Department-----Research Assignment

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Research Paper Assignment

As we read Laurie Halse Anderson’s novel, SPEAK, we will encounter several issues that our protagonist, Melinda, must deal with. You will choose one of the following issues related to SPEAK to research. Since the issues are very heavy, you may want to choose a subtopic from that issue to focus on. You must write a 3-5 paged paper in which you discuss your chosen topic and then write about how Melinda Sordino is specifically affected by this issue in the novel.

Issues from SPEAK to choose from: (I provided subtopics for the first two issues as an example of focusing on a more pointed aspect rather than the full issue itself).

Depression

Subtopics may include:  What is depression/ Teenage depression/ The different behaviors/actions or types of depression/ Signs of depression/ The effects of depression/ How to cope with depression/

Sexual Harrassment       

    Subtopics may include: What is it/ Different types of sexual harassment/The effects of it/How to prevent it/Statistics/Ways to cope with it

Bullying-Cliques-Maya Angelou-Cubism-Art As Therapy 

Remember: You are not only writing about the specific issue, but also how it relates to Melinda Sordino in SPEAK. 

Topics must be chosen by _____________  

Paper Due Date: 11/21/2011 

Must be typed, double spaced, Times New Roman 

Bibliography must be included!

Ms. Sarah Bradshaw-----Global Languages Chairperson-----Cultural Study of Mexico

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Following a brief video presentation, students are to complete a

cultural packet supplying basic information in English about Mexico,

in the following categories:

       ·        Symbols – Describe the flag of the country or symbols associated with the region (colors, meaning of symbols)

·         Geography/Climate – Capitals, rivers, major cities, weather forecast.

·         Economy –Currency, exchange rate, regional products.

·         Food- native cuisine, special dishes, where products are purchased, preparation.

·         Government – Historical political information, current form of government

·         Customs – Any special customs, music, dance, performances, ceremonies.

·         Self-Reflection – Describe how the area studied is similar and/or different to your own, likes/dislikes.

Students will provide information based on research using the library resources.

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October 16-October 22, 2011 is Teen Read Week

Young Adult Library Services Association

Home*

"Teen Read Week™

Be part of Teen Read Week 2011! Join us for Picture It @ your library, Oct. 16-22.

News

• Check out our official products! YALSA and ALA Graphics have teamed up to offer a variety of products featuring the artwork for this year's theme. Your purchases support the work of ALA Graphics and YALSA. Sept. 29 is the last day to order products and receive them via standard shipping in time for Teen Read Week.
• Download the 2011 Teen Read Week audio PSAs, featuring Josh Robert Thompson, the voice of Geoff Peterson from The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson.
• Meet Jay Asher, author of Thirteen Reasons Why and 2011 Teen Read Week Spokesperson!Checking out our planning resources! Take a look at our activity ideas and professional materials to start planning your celebration, and use our publicity tools to get the word out to teens in your community.
• Tell your teens about the 2011 Teen Read Week Photo Contest!
• Read our FAQ! Of course you have questions about Teen Read Week. We've got answers.
• Plan a Teens' Top Ten announcement event. Voting closed Sept. 16, but we'll announce the winners during Teen Read Week.
• Learn more about Gareth Hinds, the artist who created the artwork for Teen Read Week this year.
• Add your event to the 2011 Teen Read Week Google Map....

...About Teen Read Week

Teen Read Week is an initiative of the  Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA). Teen Read Week started in 1998. This year's theme is Picture It @ your library®, which encourages teens to read graphic novels and other illustrated materials, seek out creative books, or imagine the world through literature, just for the fun of it. Libraries across the world celebrate Teen Read Week with a variety of special events and programs aimed at encouraging teens to read for pleasure and to visit their libraries for free reading materials.
Best-selling author, Jay Asher is the spokesperson for 2011 Teen Read Week.  Learn more about Jay here.
Why is it important to celebrate? For a lot of reasons! Teens have so many options for entertainment, so it's important to remind them to spend time reading for pleasure: it's free, fun, and can be done anywhere! Research shows that teens who read for fun have better test scores and are more likely to succeed in the workforce. Also, it’s a great chance to let your school or your public library communities know how important teen services are! Let teens know the possibilities that exist within your doors, and within the covers of books...
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...YALSA's Other Reading Initiatives

Teens' Top Ten
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Mrs. Joanna Cadolino-----English Department-----Multicultural Reading Critique (IRC)

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A Reading List Will Be Distributed

Directions:  Choose 2 books to read from two different categories from the multi-cultural selection list.  After you have finished reading the two books, write a 3 page critique.  Critiques should use the following guideline and be typed/double-spaced/Times New Roman/ 12 font. 

I.                     Critique Component  - page 1

Each bullet represents a paragraph!

·         Critique the book you’ve read by deciding if it was an enjoyable book that kept you engaged throughout the entire story.

o   Give supporting details for your opinion

·         Decide/Explain whether or not the author got his/her point (message) across in the novel.  Can you figure out what the theme and author’s purpose was?  Be sure to state it in this paragraph!

·         Decide/ Explain if the book was well written using descriptive language, figurative language, and details.

o   Give example/quotes from the book as evidence of your argument!

o   No examples = No credit

II.                  Compare/Contrast Connection – page 2

Each bullet represents a paragraph!

·         Discuss the similarities between the two novels that you choose to read.  Although they were from different cultural groups, did they have anything in common?

o   Give supporting details for your opinion

·         Discuss the differences found within the two works.  What caused the distinctions?  Was it solely the result of the cultural group that was being discussed or was it a product of the traits portrayed by the characters?  Did gender play a role?

o   Give supporting details for your opinion

o   No examples = No credit

III.                Reader Connection – page 3

Each bullet represents a paragraph!

·         Explain how you could relate to the protagonist (main character).

o   Try to find some connection to the conflict in the story or the way they handle the conflict. (man vs. self, man vs. man, man vs. nature)

·          Was the main character’s life or situation the same or different from your own life experiences?

·         Discuss how the books made you feel and whether or not you would recommend these novels for someone else to read.  Rate the books out of *5 stars*.

Due Date: ____________________________

Bring books to class on the due date for a class discussion.