Myth+Agenda+and+Homework

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, May 16th **
 * Senior Survey- 200 computer lab
 * Collect:
 * Senior Tribute Letter
 * Self Biopoem
 * Voting- TED talk
 * Freedom to Vote articles and graphic organizer
 * Distribute the final essay prompt
 * Distribute Arianna Stassinopoulos’ “Greek God Guide”
 * Read and annotate in preparation for the final essay.
 * Bring your books to return to the library


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, May 12th **
 * Collect Trojan War mandalas
 * Fun reading
 * Distribute the Senior Tribute Letter assignment (due next class) [[file:Senior Tribute Essay- revised Spring 2016.doc]]
 * Distribute the Self Biopoem (extra credit opportunity- due next class) [[file:Self Biopoem.doc]]

HW: Finish the tribute letter and biopoem.

HW: Finish the mandala for the Trojan War.
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, May 10th **
 * Check Trojan War study guide
 * Fun reading
 * Trojan War Mandala (due next class) [[file:Mandala on The Trojan War (REVISED).doc]]

HW: Finish the study guide for the Trojan War.
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, May 8th **
 * Fun reading
 * Read “The Fall of Troy” (pages 277-290 in Hamilton’s //Mythology)//
 * Complete the “Heroes from the Trojan War” study guide (due next class)

HW: The Job Shadow Project due is due next class (May 4th )
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, May 4th **
 * Collect Job Shadow Project
 * Fun reading
 * Scenes from //Troy//

HW: The Job Shadow Project due is due next class (May 4th )
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, May 2nd **
 * Fun reading
 * Review the first portion of the study guide
 * Scenes from //Troy//

HW: Finish the reading (p. 255-276) and continue working on the study guide. Reminder: Job Shadow Project due May 4th
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5) **** - Friday, April 28th **
 * Fun reading
 * Read pages 255-265 in Hamilton’s //Mythology// and write a one page summary
 * Complete the short response questions [[file:Trojan War response questions (p. 255-265).doc]]
 * Read pages 266-276 in Hamilton’s //Mythology//
 * Distribute the “Heroes from the Trojan War” study guide. Begin completing it in detail [[file:Heroes from the Trojan War study guide.doc]]

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, April 26th **
 * Hero Biopoem presentations
 * Introduction to Troy and the Trojan War
 * Troy- Myth or Reality?
 * Revise the essay. **Upload the final draft on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 26th**. The works cited page must be the final page of the uploaded document.

Reminder: Job Shadow Project due May 4th

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, April 24th **
 * Collect essay reflections
 * Check essay drafts (with works cited)
 * Peer/self edit
 * Fun reading
 * Revision (computer lab)
 * Revise the essay. Upload the final draft on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 26th . The works cited page must be the final page of the uploaded document.
 * Finish the Hero Biopoem (extra credit). It’s due next class (April 26th). [[file:Hero Biopoem (extra credit).doc]]
 * Reminder:** **Job Shadow Project due Thursday, May 4th [[file:Job Shadow packet 2016.docx]]**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, April 20th **
 * Fun reading
 * Works on the essay draft (computer lab)
 * Review works cited resources
 * Library website “research process” tab
 * Purdue OWL- MLA
 * Finish the essay draft. It’s next class with the works cited page.


 * Reminders:**
 * Hero Biopoem (extra credit) due April 26th
 * Job Shadow Project due May 3rd

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, April 18th **
 * Fun reading
 * Check essay shaping sheets
 * Works cited resources
 * Library website “research process” tab
 * Purdue OWL- MLA
 * Work on drafts & works cited page (computer lab)
 * Review intro & conclusion
 * FATt sentences to introduce new sources
 * Continue working on the essay draft. Bring your progress next class.
 * The completed draft (typed in MLA format) is due with the works cited page on Monday, 4/24


 * Reminders:**
 * Hero Biopoem (extra credit) due April 26th
 * Job Shadow Project due May 3rd

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, April 14th **
 * Fun reading
 * Review requirements, expectations, and due dates for the hero argument paper
 * Shaping sheet **due Tues. 4/18**
 * Essay draft (typed in MLA format with works cited) **due Monday, 4/24**
 * Final draft (with works cited) **uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Wed. 4/26**
 * Create FATt sentences for every source in the paper
 * Work on shaping sheet
 * Work on body paragraphs when shaping sheet is complete (chrome books)
 * Finish the shaping sheet for the hero paper. **It’s due next class.**
 * Be sure that you have a FATt sentence for every source in your paper.
 * Hero Biopoem (extra credit) due April 26th
 * **Job Shadow Project due May 3rd [[file:Job Shadow packet 2016.docx]]**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, April 12th **
 * Fun reading
 * Review requirements, expectations, and due dates for the hero argument paper
 * Shaping sheet **due Tues. 4/18**
 * Essay draft (typed in MLA format with works cited) **due Monday, 4/24**
 * Final draft (with works cited) **uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Wed. 4/26**
 * Review FATt sentences
 * Review how to embed fiction vs. non-fiction (handout) [[file:embedding directions and CM tips-REVISED-MYTH.doc]]
 * Work on shaping sheet [[file:Hero argument essay graphic organizer.pdf]]
 * Continue working on the shaping sheet for the hero paper.
 * Hero Biopoem (extra credit) due April 26th
 * Job Shadow Project due May 3rd


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, April 10th **
 * Fun reading
 * Return work
 * Assign the Hero Argument Paper[[file:Hero argument paper.pdf]]
 * Review requirements, expectations, and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due Tues. 4/18
 * Essay draft (typed in MLA format with works cited) due Monday, 4/24
 * Final draft (with works cited) uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Wed. 4/26
 * Write a FATt sentences for ALL sources
 * Find one additional source about a modern hero (chromebooks)
 * Must be a published article, with an author, and from a reputable publication
 * Distribute Essay Shaping Sheet [[file:Hero argument paper.pdf]]
 * Write thesis statement & topic sentences
 * Review the compare/contrast chart from last class

HW:

 * Hero Biopoem (extra credit- due April 24th)
 * Job Shadow Project due May 1st
 * Revise your thesis statement and write it on the essay shaping sheet (due next class).
 * Write your topic sentences and record them on the essay shaping sheet (due next class).
 * Begin finding evidence for your argument.

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, March 30th **
 * Collect the rhetorical square and appeals questions for article #3
 * Fun reading
 * Read and annotate article #4 “From Love Kitten to Child Literacy”
 * Read, annotate, and label components
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Answer the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article
 * **Due today**
 * Finish the Modern Heroes Chart (2 entries per article- 10 entries total) & collect
 * Compare & Contrast Greek Heroes vs. Modern Heroes
 * Have a wonderful spring break

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, March 28th **
 * Collect the rhetorical square and appeals questions for article #2
 * Fun reading
 * Read and annotate article #5 “Photo of Officer Giving Boots to Barefoot Man Warms Hearts Online”
 * Read, annotate, and label components
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Answer the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article
 * Continue working on the Modern Heroes Chart (2 entries per article)
 * Read and annotate articles #3 “Tight-knit Family Shares in Lin’s Achievement”
 * Complete the rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Complete the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete the Modern Heroes chart for articles #1, #2, #3, and #5 (8 entries total).

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, March 24th **
 * Collect the rhetorical square and appeals questions for article #1
 * Fun reading
 * Read and annotate article #2 “Betty Ford Dies at 98; Former First Lady”
 * Read, annotate, and label components
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Answer the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Distribute the Modern Heroes Chart
 * Complete two entries for article #1 and two entries for article #2
 * Read and annotate article #2 again.
 * Complete the rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Complete the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article
 * Complete the Modern Heroes chart for articles 1 and 2 (4 entries total).

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, March 22nd **
 * Collect:
 * Hercules assignment
 * Greek Heroes chart
 * Fun reading
 * Hercules Quiz
 * Introduce Modern Heroes (article packet) [[file:Hero articles and pictures.doc]]
 * Distribute “Annotating and Analyzing Non-Fiction” [[file:Annotations and Rhetorical Appeals.doc]]
 * Read and annotate article #1: “Two Lives Blurred Together by a Photo”
 * Complete the rhetorical square for the articles AND answer the questions for the rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos)
 * Review Rhetorical Square (prezi notes) [[file:The Rhetorical Square- Prezi Notes.docx]]
 * Finish reading and annotating article #1 “Two Lives Blurred Together by a Photo”
 * Finish the rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Finish the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, March 20th **
 * Fun reading
 * Hercules
 * Read pages 224-243
 * Questions
 * Strength & Stupidity Chart [[file:Hercules.doc]]
 * Log heroic traits and evidence on the chart (two traits and corresponding quotes with citations)
 * Extra Credit Opportunity
 * Hero Biopoem- due on April 20th [[file:Hero Biopoem (extra credit).doc]]
 * Finish the Hercules assignments and reading. **There will be a quiz next class!**
 * Identify at least two (2) heroic traits for Hercules and find textual evidence (quotes with citations) in support of each trait. Log your results on your Greek Heroes Chart. **It is due next class.**


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, March 16th **
 * Collect “Thoughtful Theseus”
 * Fun reading
 * Theseus Quiz
 * Check Greek Heroes Chart entries (Jason, Perseus, and Theseus)
 * Clash of the Gods- The Minotaur


 * HW: **
 * Review Perseus, Jason, and Theseus. The chart of the Greek heroes should have six entries total.


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, March 14th **
 * Fun reading
 * Check Greek Heroes Chart entries (Jason and Perseus)
 * Theseus (p. 209-223)
 * “Thoughtful Theseus” [[file:Thougtful Theseus.doc]]
 * Complete two entries on the chart for Theseus
 * HW: **
 * Finish the reading and assignments for Theseus. **There will be a quiz next class!**
 * Complete the Greek Heroic Traits Chart for Perseus, Jason, and Theseus (6 entries total).


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, March 10th (Rally Schedule) **
 * Fun reading
 * Jason quiz
 * Brainstorm heroic traits/characteristics for Jason & Perseus
 * Distribute Greek Heroic Traits Chart [[file:Greek Heroes- Qualities and Characteristics Log.doc]]
 * Complete for Jason and Perseus
 * Finish //Clash of the Titans//
 * HW: **
 * Complete the Greek Heroic Traits Chart for Perseus and Jason (4 entries total)

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, March 8th **
 * Fun reading
 * Perseus Quiz
 * Jason
 * Read and discuss pages 159-161
 * Distribute the flow map
 * Finish reading Jason’s story (p. 161-179) and chart Jason’s journey on the map [[file:jason flow chart.doc]]
 * Quest for the Golden Fleece Questions [[file:Quest for the Golden Fleece QUESTIONS.doc]]
 * Finish the Jason assignments and reading. **There will be a quiz next class!**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, March 6th **
 * Fun reading
 * Grammar Review- commas
 * Read about the hero Perseus (p. 197-208).
 * Write a one-page summary of the story
 * Complete the motif/symbolism assignment for Perseus. [[file:Perseus.doc]]
 * Finish reading and assignment for Perseus. There will be a short quiz next class.


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, February 28th **
 * Introduction to Greek heroes (notes)
 * //Clash of the Titans//
 * identifications
 * HW: **
 * Revise the essay. The final draft must be uploaded via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, 2/28


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, February 24th **
 * Check Human Traits essay drafts
 * Fun reading
 * Grammar Review #2- Run-ons & fragments
 * Peer edit & revision
 * HW: **
 * Revise the essay. The final draft must be uploaded via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, 2/28

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, February 22nd **
 * Check essay shaping sheets
 * Fun reading
 * Human Traits Essay
 * Review requirements and due dates
 * Completed Draft (typed in MLA format) due- Friday, 2/24
 * Final Draft submitted via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, 2/28
 * Review how to create quality analysis
 * Discuss the introduction and conclusion
 * Work on the draft
 * Review MLA Format
 * Great Online Resource:
 * Purdue OWL --> MLA Formatting and Style Guide --> Sample Paper
 * Finish the essay. The completed draft is due next class (2/24). It must be 100% complete and typed in MLA format to receive credit.

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, February 16th **
 * Fun reading
 * Human Traits Essay
 * Review requirements and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due- Wednesday, 2/22 [[file:Human Traits Essay- Shaping Sheet.pdf]]
 * Completed Draft (typed in MLA format) due- Friday, 2/24
 * Final Draft submitted via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, 2/28
 * Review how to effectively embed text [[file:embedding directions and CM tips-REVISED-MYTH.doc]]
 * Continue working on the essay shaping sheet
 * Finish the shaping sheet for the essay. It's due next class.

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, February 14th **
 * Collect run-on sentences assignments
 * Fun reading
 * Review grammar assignment
 * Review short answer test
 * Human Traits Essay [[file:Human Traits essay- revised.doc]]
 * Review requirements and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due- Wednesday, 2/22
 * Completed Draft (typed in MLA format) due- Friday, 2/24
 * Final Draft submitted via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, 2/28
 * Revise thesis statement
 * Discuss topic sentences
 * Review how to effectively embed text (distribute handout)
 * Distribute the shaping sheet and begin finding evidence [[file:Human Traits Essay- Shaping Sheet.doc]]
 * Work on the shaping sheet for the essay. By next class, revise your thesis, write your topic sentences, and effectively embed at least 2 quotes for your paper. Record on the shaping sheet.

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, February 10th **
 * Short Answer Test (chapters 2 & 3)
 * Grammar Review: Run-on Sentences & Fragments [[file:Fixing Run-on Sentences and Sentence Fragments.docx]]
 * Fun reading
 * Assign Human Traits Essay
 * Draft a thesis statement before next class
 * Finish grammar review sheet for run-ons and fragments. It’s due next class.
 * Choose a God or Goddess and two traits (one positive and one negative) for analysis in your Human Traits Essay. **Write your thesis statement and bring it next class.**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, February 8th **
 * Check Chapter 3 Review
 * Fun reading
 * Review Demeter & Dionysus & Chapter 3
 * Intro to the Human Traits Essay
 * Choose a God or Goddess and two traits (one positive and one negative) for analysis
 * Writing Terminology (Prezi)
 * Review chapters 1-3. **There will be a short answer test on Friday, 2/10**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, February 6th **
 * Collect Demeter & Dionysus Review Packet (stamp and return)
 * Fun reading
 * Review Demeter & Dionysus
 * Chapter 3: “How the World and Mankind Were Created” [[file:Chapter 3 Review.pdf]]
 * Read and discuss pages 77-94
 * Genesis handout (Noah and the Flood) [[file:Christian Flood- Noak's Ark from Genesis.docx]]
 * Complete the review questions for chapter 3
 * Finish the review sheet for chapter 3. It is due next class.
 * Review chapters 1-3. There will be a short answer test on Friday, 2/10


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, February 2nd **
 * Fun reading
 * Collect: //Clash of the Gods- Hades// (collect next class)
 * Chapter 2: “The Two Great Gods of the Earth”
 * Read and discuss pages 53-56
 * Read pages 57-76 and complete the Demeter/Dionysus review questions [[file:Demeter & Dionysus Review Packet.pdf]]

HW: Finish the reading and assignment for Demeter and Dionysus. Be prepared to discuss next class.

HW: Read about Orpheus and Eurydice (p. 138-142). Recall the stories of Orpheus & Eurydice and Sisyphus from the film. Then, write an analysis of the Underworld. What do these stories reveal about Hades and the Underworld? What is their significance? What moral truths are revealed in each story? What do the stories reveal about the early Greeks? Explain (1/2 page typed minimum in MLA format). DO NOT SUMMARIZE THE STORIES. The Underworld Analysis must be at least ½ page typed in MLA Format and submitted online on turnitin.com by 8 a.m. Thursday, February 2nd
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, January 31st **
 * Collect Underworld maps
 * Library- FUN reading book
 * The Underworld
 * //Clash of the Gods- Hades//
 * Add the class on turnitin.com
 * Class ID:
 * Period 3- 14610956
 * Period 5- 14610959
 * Password: wrwildcats

Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, January 27th (Rally Schedule) **
 * Collect the Lesser Gods review sheet
 * Introduce Job Shadow Project [[file:Job Shadow packet 2016.docx]]
 * Due May 1st
 * The Underworld
 * Carefully read p. 42-44
 * Complete a map of the Underworld
 * HW: ** Carefully read the section about the Underworld (p.42-44) and create a map of the underworld. Be sure to label __ALL__ of the places and Gods outlined in the text. Your map must be visually appealing and complete. It is due next class.


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, January 25th **
 * 1) Study
 * 2) Test

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, January 23rd **
 * 1) Study (small groups)
 * 2) “Survivor” review game
 * 3) Finish //Clash of the Gods- Zeus//
 * collect assignment

**Study/Review:**
Olympic Gods Test: Wednesday, January 25th
 * The Olympic Gods (realm, Greek and Roman names- spelling counts- and ALL symbols)
 * Both sets of notes

Mythology (Per. 3 & 5) (Every 15 Minutes)- Thursday, January 19th **
 * 1) Lesser Gods (p. 38-52)
 * Carefully read about the Lesser Gods (p.38-52 in //Mythology//) and complete the review sheet.
 * 1) Review for the test

HW: **Study:**
 * The Olympic Gods (realm, Greek and Roman names- spelling counts-, and ALL symbols)
 * Both sets of notes
 * **Olympic Gods Test: Wednesday, January 25th**

HW: **Study:** Olympic Gods Test: Wednesday, January 25th
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, January 17th **
 * 1) Collect signed syllabus
 * 2) Introduction to Mythology (notes) [[file:myth overview.pdf]]
 * 3) Notes: The Olympic Gods [[file:TheTwelve Olympians1.pdf]]
 * Finish the chart of the Olympic Gods
 * 1) //Clash of the Gods- Zeus//
 * Review questions
 * The Olympic Gods (realm, Greek and Roman names- spelling counts-, and ALL symbols)
 * Both sets of notes

Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, January 12th
 * Welcome and roll call
 * Collect signed syllabus
 * //The Greek Gods//
 * 10 Facts
 * The Olympic Gods [[file:god_chart_with examples & relationships.doc]]
 * Read pages 21-37 & complete the chart of the Olympic Gods

HW: Finish the reading and Olympic Gods chart


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, January 10th **
 * 1) Welcome and roll call
 * 2) Student survey
 * 3) Course syllabus, overview, and review of classroom rules and policies
 * 4) Games

HW: Bring your signed syllabus next class.

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Thursday, December 8th **
 * Check essay drafts
 * Grammar Review – comma usage
 * Peer Edit
 * Revision
 * Human Traits Essay reflection
 * View your Human Traits essay online and complete the essay reflection (extra credit)
 * Revise the Hero Argument Paper. **The final draft and works cited page must be uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Saturday, 12/10.**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Tuesday, December 6th **
 * Collect Modern Heroes chart
 * Check shaping sheets
 * FATt sentences to introduce sources
 * Embedding text (fiction and non-fiction) [[file:embedding directions and CM tips-REVISED-MYTH.doc]]
 * Hero Essay
 * Review requirements, expectations, and due dates
 * Essay draft (typed in MLA format with works cited) due Thurs. 12/8
 * Final draft (with works cited) uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Saturday, 12/10
 * Work on the draft (chromebooks).
 * Finish the Hero Essay draft and the works cited page. They are due next class. The essay must be 100% complete and typed in MLA format to receive credit.

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Friday, December 2nd **
 * Collect rhetorical squares for articles #3 & #4
 * Present (and collect) Hero Biopoems (extra credit)
 * Read and annotate article #5
 * Rhetorical Square (due before the end of the period)
 * Modern Heroic Traits Chart (two entries per article/hero)- due next class
 * Brainstorm- Greek & Modern heroic traits/values
 * Hero Essay
 * Review requirements, expectations, and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due Tuesday, 12/6
 * Essay draft (typed in MLA format with works cited) due Thurs. 12/8
 * Final draft (with works cited) uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Saturday, 12/10
 * Distribute Works Cited Packet
 * Work on the shaping sheet (due 12/6) [[file:Hero argument essay graphic organizer.doc]]
 * Finish the Modern Heroes Chart. It’s due next class.
 * Finish the shaping sheet for the essay. It’s due next class.
 * Begin working on the works cited page.

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Wednesday, November 30th **
 * Collect homework
 * Hercules quiz
 * Distribute Modern Heroes article packet (articles 2-5) [[file:Hero articles and pictures.pdf]]
 * Read and annotate the Betty Ford article (article #2)
 * Rhetorical Square (due before the end of the period)
 * Modern Heroic Traits Chart (two entries per article/hero)
 * Hero Essay
 * Review requirements, expectations, and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due Tuesday, 12/6
 * Essay draft (typed in MLA format with works cited) due Thurs. 12/8
 * Final draft (with works cited) uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Saturday, 12/10
 * Work on Modern Heroes Chart (due 12/6)
 * Read and annotate article #3 “Tight-knit Family Shares Lin’s Achievement.” Complete the rhetorical square for the article & chart heroic traits on the Modern Heroes Chart.
 * Read and annotate “From Love Kitten to Child Literacy.” Complete the rhetorical square & chart heroic traits on the Modern Heroes Chart.
 * Hero Biopoem (extra credit) due Friday, 12/2


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Monday, November 28th **
 * Collect “Thoughtful Theseus”
 * Theseus Quiz
 * Hercules (quiz next class)
 * reading (pg. 224-243)
 * assignment [[file:Hercules.doc]]
 * Read and annotate article #1 “Two Lives Blurred Together by a Photo” [[file:Hero articles and pictures.pdf]]
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the article [[file:Annotation and Rhetorical Appeals (Rhetorical Triangle).doc]] [[file:The Rhetorical Square- Prezi Notes.docx]]
 * Assign Hero Essay [[file:Hero argument paper.doc]]
 * Requirements, expectations, and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due Tuesday, 12/6 [[file:Hero argument essay graphic organizer.doc]]
 * Essay draft (typed in MLA format with works cited) due Thurs. 12/8
 * Final draft (with works cited) uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Saturday, 12/10
 * Distribute Modern Heroes Chart (due 12/6) [[file:Modern Heroes- Qualities and Characteristics Log.doc]]
 * HW: **
 * Finish annotating “Two Lives Blurred together by a Photo.” Complete the rhetorical square for the article. Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart
 * Complete the reading and assignments for Hercules (quiz next class).
 * Finish the Greek Heroic Traits chart (2 entries per hero- 8 entries total)
 * Hero Biopoem (extra credit) due Friday, 12/2

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Tuesday, November 22nd **
 * Collect assignments for Jason
 * Fun reading
 * Jason Quiz
 * Distribute the Greek Heroic Traits Chart
 * Complete for Perseus and Jason
 * Read about Theseus (p.209-223)
 * Complete “Thoughtful Theseus” [[file:Thougtful Theseus.doc]]
 * **There will be a quiz on Theseus next class!
 * Hero Biopoem (extra credit due 12/1) [[file:Hero Biopoem (extra credit).doc]]
 * Complete the reading and assignment for Theseus. Be prepared for a quiz on Theseus next class!
 * Finish the entries for Theseus, Jason, and Perseus on the Greek Heroes Chart


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Friday, November 18th **
 * Fun reading
 * Perseus Quiz
 * Heroic Traits Chart [[file:Greek Heroes- Qualities and Characteristics Log.doc]]
 * Complete two entries for Perseus

HW:
 * Read about Jason and The Quest for the Golden Fleece (p.159-179)
 * Complete a flow map for Jason’s journey [[file:jason flow chart.doc]]
 * Answer the review questions [[file:Quest for the Golden Fleece QUESTIONS.doc]]
 * **There will be a quiz on Jason next class!
 * Complete the reading and assignment for Jason. Be prepared for a quiz on Jason next class!
 * Complete the Heroic Traits Chart for Perseus and Jason (4 entries total)

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Wednesday, November 16th **
 * Fun reading
 * Perseus (p. 197-208)
 * Summary
 * Motifs & Symbols [[file:Perseus.doc]]
 * Complete the reading and assignment for Perseus. Be prepared for a quiz on Perseus next class!


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Monday, November 14th **
 * Fun reading
 * //Clash of the Titans//
 * identifications

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Wednesday, November 9th **
 * Fun reading
 * Collect reading log #4
 * //Clash of the Titans//
 * Identify: Perseus, Medusa, The Kraken, Andromeda, and Pegasus.
 * Identify and explain the example of hubris.
 * Revise your Human Traits Essay. The Final Draft must be uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. on Thursday, November 10th.

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Monday, November 7th **
 * Check essay drafts
 * Fun Reading
 * Grammar Review: Run-on Sentences & Fragments [[file:Fixing Run-on Sentences and Sentence Fragments.docx]]
 * Peer Edit/Revision
 * Finish the Grammar Review sheet on run-ons and fragments
 * Revise the essay. **The final must be uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Thursday, November 10th**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Thursday, November 3rd **
 * Fun Reading
 * Human Traits Essay
 * Completed draft due (typed in MLA format)- Monday, 11/7
 * Final draft uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. – Wednesday, 11/9
 * Intro & Conclusion
 * Work on the essay draft (chrome books)
 * Bright Bights Survey
 * Finish the Grammar Review sheet on run-ons and fragments
 * Finish the essay. **The completed draft is due next class. It must be 100% complete and typed in MLA format to receive credit**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Tuesday, November 1st **
 * Check shaping sheet
 * Fun Reading
 * Human Traits Essay
 * Completed draft due (typed in MLA format)- Monday, 11/7
 * Final draft uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. – Wednesday, 11/9
 * FATt sentence for Hamilton’s //Mythology//
 * Review how to create quality analysis
 * Work on the essay draft (chrome books)
 * Continue working on the essay. **The body paragraphs are dues next class. Bring your progress electronically.**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Friday, October 28th **
 * Collect comic strip
 * Writing Terminology Prezi
 * Fun reading
 * Human traits Essay [[file:Human Traits essay- revised.doc]]
 * Requirements, expectations, and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due- Tuesday, 11/1
 * Completed Draft due (typed in MLA format)- Thursday, 11/3
 * Final draft uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. – Wednesday, 11/9
 * Revise Thesis
 * Topic Sentences and evidence
 * Review how to embed text [[file:embedding directions and CM tips-REVISED-MYTH.doc]]
 * Distribute the essay shaping sheet [[file:Human Traits Essay- Shaping Sheet.doc]]
 * Distribute the essay shaping sheet [[file:Human Traits Essay- Shaping Sheet.doc]]
 * Work on the essay shaping sheet. **It’s due next class.**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Wednesday, October 26th **
 * Fun reading
 * Read “The Earliest Heroes: Prometheus and Io” (p. 95-99). Create a cartoon strip (6-10 boxes) to tell the story.
 * Human Traits Essay
 * Draft a thesis Statement for next class.
 * **Draft your thesis statement. Be prepared to share it next class.**
 * Finish the comic strip for “Prometheus and Io”

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Monday, October 24th **
 * Study (5 minutes)
 * Short Answer Test
 * Fun reading
 * Choose one God or Goddess (ant two of their traits- one positive, one negative) to analyze. Use the index of your book to do some research. Be prepared to share next class.

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Thursday, October 20th **
 * Collect homework
 * Fun reading
 * Review Demeter & Dionysus and Chapter 3
 * Review chapters 1-3. There will be a short answer test on Monday, 10/24

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Tuesday, October 18th **
 * Collect homework
 * Fun reading
 * Review Demeter & Dionysus
 * Chapter 3: “How the World and Mankind Were Created”
 * Read and discuss pages 77-94
 * Genesis handout (Noah and the Flood)
 * Complete the review questions for chapter 3 [[file:Chapter 3 Review.doc]]
 * Review chapters 1-3. There will be a short answer test on Monday, 10/24


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Friday, October 14th **
 * Fun reading
 * Reminder: Underworld Analysis due on turnitin.com by 10 p.m.
 * Chapter 2: “The Two Great Gods of the Earth”
 * Read and discuss pages 53-56
 * Read pages 57-76 and complete the Demeter/Dionysus review questions [[file:Demeter & Dionysus Review Packet.doc]]

HW: Finish the reading and assignment for Demeter and Dionysus. Be prepared to discuss next class.

HW: Read about Orpheus and Eurydice (p. 138-142). Recall the stories of Orpheus & Eurydice and Sisyphus from the film. What do these stories reveal about Hades and the Underworld? What is their significance? What moral truths are revealed in each story? What do the stories reveal about the early Greeks? Write an analysis paper (3/4 page typed minimum) addressing these questions/points. Do __NOT__ summarize the stories. **Upload your analysis on turnitin.com by 10 p.m. Friday, 10/14.**
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Wednesday, October 12th **
 * Collect Underworld maps
 * Fun reading
 * Collect Reading Logs
 * Turnitin.com
 * Handout [[file:Turnitin Student Quick Reference.pdf]]
 * Class ID:
 * **Period 3: 13787436**
 * **Period 5: 13787441**
 * Password: wrwildcats
 * Class ID & Password
 * //Clash of the Gods- Hades (will be collected next class) [[file:Clash of the Gods--Hades.doc]]//


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Monday, October 10th **
 * Collect homework
 * Fun reading
 * Review the Lesser Gods
 * The Underworld
 * Carefully read p. 42-44
 * Complete a map of the Underworld
 * HW: ** Carefully read the section about the Underworld (p.42-44) and create a map of the underworld. Be sure to label __ALL__ of the places and Gods outlined in the text. Your map must be visually appealing and complete. It is due next class.


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Wednesday, October 5th **
 * Fun reading
 * //Clash of the Gods: Zeus//
 * //review questions//
 * The Lesser Gods (p. 37-52)
 * Complete the Lesser Gods review sheet [[file:Lesser Gods.pdf]]
 * HW: **
 * Finish reading pages 37-52 and complete the review sheet for the Lesser Gods.


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Friday, September 30th **
 * Study
 * Test- The Olympic Gods
 * Fun reading
 * HW: **
 * Have a wonderful Fall Break.

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Wednesday, September 28th **
 * Fun reading
 * Review for the test
 * “Survivor” game
 * Study
 * Study the Olympic Gods (realm, Greek and Roman names, and ALL symbols). There will be a __**test on Friday, September 30th**__
 * Be sure to complete all of the assigned reading and review both sets of notes for the test.

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Monday, September 26th **
 * Fun reading
 * Collect college personal statement final drafts
 * Review //Mythology Overview// notes
 * The Olympic Gods notes [[file:TheTwelve Olympians1.pdf]]
 * Study the Olympic Gods (realm, Greek and Roman names, and ALL symbols). There will be a __**test on Friday, September 30th**__
 * Be sure to complete all of the assigned reading and review both sets of notes for the test.

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Thursday, September 22nd **
 * Check Personal Statement revised drafts
 * Fun reading
 * Peer Edit
 * Review the chart of the Olympic Gods
 * Study the Olympic Gods (realm, Greek and Roman names, and ALL symbols). There will be a __**test on Friday, September 30th**__
 * **Revise the personal statement. The final draft is due next class. Bring all edited drafts as well.**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Tuesday, September 20th **
 * Fun reading
 * Mythology Overview (notes)
 * The Olympic Gods
 * Read pages 25-37 in Edith Hamilton's //Mythology//
 * Carefully complete the chart of the Olympic Gods [[file:god_chart_with examples & relationships.doc]]
 * Finish the reading and chart of the Olympic Gods.
 * Revise your college personal statement(s). The **__revised draft is due next class (bring your edited draft as well)__**.
 * **Personal Statement Essay Due Dates:**
 * **Revised Draft- Thursday, September 22nd**
 * **Final Draft due- Monday, September 26th**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Friday, September 16th **
 * Check personal statement drafts
 * Fun reading
 * Peer Edit
 * Revise your college personal statement. The **__revised draft is due next class (bring your edited draft as well)__**.
 * **Personal Statement Essay Due Dates:**
 * **First Draft due (circle group review)- Friday, September 16th**
 * **Revised Draft- Thursday, September 22nd**
 * **Final Draft due- Monday, September 26th**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Wednesday, September 14th **
 * Fun reading
 * Read and discuss more sample college personal statements
 * Writing- College Personal Statements
 * 1) Discuss the introduction and reflection/conclusion
 * 2) Work on individual personal statements (laptops)
 * Review MLA format and give out MLA handout
 * Continue working on your college personal statement. The **__completed draft is due next class__**. It must be __100% complete and typed in MLA format__ to receive credit. Be sure to __include the prompt (written out) and the word count__ of the essay.
 * Remember:
 * Keep your focus narrow and personal
 * Use vivid description and sensory detail
 * Include a meaningful reflection
 * **Personal Statement Essay Due Dates:**
 * **First Draft due- Friday, September 16th**
 * **Revised Draft- Tuesday, September 20th**
 * **Final Draft due- Thursday, September 22nd**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Monday, September 12th **
 * Fun reading
 * “19 Common Application Essay Mistakes and How to Avoid Them” @http://inlikeme.com/19-common-application-essay-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them/
 * [[file:19 Common Application Essay Mistakes and How to Avoid Them.docx]]
 * Read and discuss more sample college personal statements
 * Work on individual personal statements (chrome books)
 * Review MLA format and give out MLA handout
 * Continue working on your personal statement. Bring your progress next class.
 * Remember
 * Keep your focus narrow and personal
 * Use vivid description and sensory detail
 * Your story should have a conflict, climax, and resolution
 * Create varied, dynamic sentences
 * **Personal Statement Essay Due Dates:**
 * **First Draft due (circle group review)- Friday, September 16th**
 * **Revised Draft- Tuesday, September 20th**
 * **Final Draft due- Thursday, September 22nd**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Thursday, September 8th **
 * Fun reading
 * Life after High School: What’s Next?
 * Answer questions and discuss
 * Read and score more sample college personal statements
 * Introduce the personal statement options and review due dates [[file:Personal Statement Essay- revised 16.doc]]
 * Work on individual personal statements
 * 1) Consider: conflict, climax, and resolution
 * 2) “Show” not tell
 * Choose your personal statement topic
 * Start writing your story and bring your progress next class
 * Remember
 * Keep your focus narrow and personal
 * Use vivid description and sensory detail
 * Your story should have a conflict, climax, and resolution
 * **Personal statement Essay Due Dates:**
 * **First Draft (typed in MLA format and 100% complete) due- Friday, September 16th**
 * **Revised Draft due- Tuesday, September 20th**
 * **Final Draft due- Thursday, September 22nd**

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Tuesday, September 6th **
 * Fun reading
 * Discuss Brené Brown’s “The Power of Vulnerability”
 * Introduction to the College Personal Statement
 * Distribute and review the rubric
 * Read and score essays 1-2
 * Consider what makes you who you are. Brainstorm topics for your personal statement.


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Thursday, September 1st **
 * Fun reading
 * Discuss “Hidden Intellectualism”
 * TED Talk:Brené Brown “The Power of Vulnerability” [[file:TED Talk- Brene Brown- Vulverability.docx]]
 * []
 * HW: **
 * Watch Brené Brown’s TED Talk “The Power of Vulnerability” again.
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the talk
 * Be prepared to discuss next class


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Tuesday, August 30th **
 * Collect homework for “College Admissions’ Wrenching Ins and Outs”
 * Fun reading
 * Discuss Perez’s articles
 * Read “Hidden Intellectualism” [[file:Hidden Intellectualism.pdf]]
 * First read- circle (and later define) unknown words and write reactions to the text
 * Second read- label components, and record additional reactions to the text
 * Third read- complete a rhetorical square and carefully answer the rhetorical appeals questions for the article
 * Discuss
 * HW: **
 * Read “Hidden Intellectualism” at least 3 times. Carefully annotate the article. Be sure __ALL__ components are labeled. Complete a rhetorical square for the article. Thoughtfully answer the rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos) questions. Be prepared to discuss next class.


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Friday, August 26th **
 * Collect homework for “Want to Get Into College? Learn to Fail”
 * Fun reading
 * Discuss Twain’s “Advice to Youth”
 * Read “College Admissions’ Wrenching Ins and Outs” [[file:College Admissions' Wrenching Ins and Outs.docx]]
 * First read- circle (and later define) unknown words and write reactions to the text
 * Second read- label components, and record additional reactions to the text
 * Third read- complete a rhetorical square and carefully answer the rhetorical appeals questions for the article
 * Discuss
 * HW: **
 * Read “College Admissions’ Wrenching Ins and Outs” at least 3 times. Carefully annotate the article. Be sure __ALL__ components are labeled. Complete a rhetorical square for the article. Thoughtfully answer the rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos) questions. Be prepared to discuss next class.


 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Wednesday, August 24th **
 * Collect homework (annotations, rhetorical square, and rhetorical appeals questions for Twain’s “Advice to Youth”)
 * Fun reading
 * Discuss Twain’s “Advice to Youth”
 * Read “Want to Get into College? Learn to Fail.” [[file:Want to Get Into College Learn to Fail.pdf]]
 * First read- circle (and later define) unknown words and write reactions to the text
 * Second read- label components, and record additional reactions to the text
 * Third read- complete a rhetorical square and carefully answer the rhetorical appeals questions for the article
 * Discuss
 * HW: **
 * Read “Want to Get Into College? Learn to Fail” at least 3 times. Carefully annotate the article. Be sure __ALL__ components are labeled. Complete a rhetorical square for the article. Thoughtfully answer the rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos) questions. Be prepared to discuss next class.

HW: Read Twain’s “Advice to Youth” again. Finish annotations. Be sure to label __all__ of the components on the annotations sheet. Carefully answer the rhetorical appeals questions for the piece. Complete a rhetorical square for the essay. Be prepared to discuss next class.
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Monday, August 22nd **
 * Fun Reading
 * Distribute: Annotating and Analyzing Non-fiction [[file:Annotation and Rhetorical Appeals (Rhetorical Triangle).doc]]
 * Discuss annotation expectations and requirements
 * Read and annotate Twain’s “Advice to Youth” [[file:Twain's Advice to Youth.docx]]
 * 1st read- identify & define unknown words
 * 2nd read (small groups)
 * annotate (define unknown words, label components, and complete more in-depth analysis)
 * Identify Twain’s “advice”
 * 3rd read (small groups)- discuss and complete the rhetorical square
 * Answer the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos)

HW: Bring your Fun reading book daily
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Thursday, August 18th **
 * Roll call and collect signed syllabus
 * Library- Fun reading book ( 9:30, 11:40)
 * “The Box Man”
 * Review the rhetorical square
 * The Greek Gods
 * 10 facts

HW:
 * M **** ythology (Per. 3 &5)- Tuesday, August 16th **
 * Roll call and collect signed syllabus
 * “The Box Man” [[file:The Box Man.docx]]
 * circle (and define) at least 5 unknown words
 * Read the story again. Write your reactions to the text.
 * What does the author want you to understand from reading this story? Explain in a short written response (2-3 sentences).
 * Then, highlight or underline two (2) passages from the text as evidence in support of your claim. (work with a partner)
 * The Rhetorical Square (Prezi notes) [[file:The Rhetorical Square- Prezi Notes.docx]]
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the article.
 * Read “The Box Man” again. Define any unknown words and finish annotations.
 * Complete a rhetorical square for “The Box Man” and be prepared to discuss next class.
 * Bring your ID card and signed syllabus next class

HW: Bring your ID card next class. The signed syllabus is due by the end of next week. J
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, August 12th **
 * 1) Welcome and roll call
 * 2) Student survey
 * 3) Ice Breaker
 * 4) Course syllabus, overview, and review of classroom rules and policies [[file:Myth syllabus.doc]]
 * 5) Tootsie Pop Game


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- April 25th- May 20th **



HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, April 21st **
 * Fun reading
 * Finish //Hercules//
 * Discuss grades and return work
 * Have a nice weekend


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, April 19th **
 * Fun reading
 * Hero Biopoem Presentations (extra credit)
 * Collect Hero Biopoems (extra credit)
 * Essay Revision
 * //Hercules//

HW:
 * Revise the Hero Essay. The Final Draft (with the works cited page as the final page of the document) needs to be uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 19th.

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, April 15th **
 * Check hero essay drafts
 * Fun reading
 * Self edit
 * Peer edit
 * Revision
 * Revise the Hero Essay. **The Final Draft** (with the works cited page as the final page of the document) needs to be **uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 19****th.**
 * The Hero Biopoem (extra credit) is due Tuesday, April 19th

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, April 13th **
 * Fun reading
 * Work on the essay draft and works cited page (chrome books)
 * Hero Essay due dates:
 * Essay draft (100% complete, typed in MLA format, with a works cited) due Friday, April 15th
 * Final draft (with works cited) uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 19th
 * Hero Biopoem (extra credit) due Tuesday, 4/19


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, April 11th **
 * Check Hero Essay Shaping Sheets
 * Fun reading
 * FATt sentences to introduce sources
 * Write a FATt sentence for each source in your paper
 * Work on the essay draft (chrome books)
 * Works Cited Packet & Resources
 * How to Effectively Embed Text & Create Quality Analysis/Commentary

HW:
 * Review your essay online and complete the essay reflection.
 * Continue working on the Hero essay draft and works cited page. They are due Friday, April 15th
 * The Hero Biopoem (extra credit) is due Tuesday, 4/19

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, March 31st **
 * Fun reading
 * Hero Essay [[file:Hero argument paper.doc]]
 * Review requirements, expectations, and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due Monday, April 11th
 * Essay draft (typed in MLA format with works cited) due Friday, April 15th
 * Final draft (with works cited) uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 19th
 * Work on the essay shaping sheet. It’s due Monday, 4/11 [[file:Hero argument essay graphic organizer.doc]]
 * Finish the essay shaping sheet. It is due next class (Mon. 4/11).
 * The Hero Biopoem (extra credit) is due Tues. 4/19 [[file:Hero Biopoem (extra credit).doc]]

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, March 29th **
 * Collect rhetorical squares & rhetorical appeals questions for articles #4 & #5
 * Collect Modern Hero Chart
 * Fun reading
 * Assign Hero Biopoem (extra credit- due Tuesday, April 19th) [[file:Hero Biopoem (extra credit).doc]]
 * Assign Hero Essay [[file:Hero argument paper.doc]]
 * Review requirements, expectations, and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due Monday, April 11th
 * Essay draft (typed in MLA format with works cited) due Friday, April 15th
 * Final draft (with works cited) uploaded on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 19th
 * Discuss thesis statements & topic sentences
 * Distribute the shaping sheet [[file:Hero argument essay graphic organizer.doc]]
 * Revise your thesis statement and write it on the essay shaping sheet (due next class).
 * Write your topic sentences and record them on the essay shaping sheet (due next class).
 * Begin finding evidence for your argument.


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, March 25th **
 * Collect rhetorical squares & rhetorical appeals questions for articles #2
 * Fun reading
 * Read and annotate article #5 “Photo of Officer Giving Boots to Barefoot Man Warms Hearts Online”
 * Read, annotate, and label components
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Answer the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article
 * Read and annotate article #4 “From ‘Love Kitten’ to Child Literacy”
 * Read, annotate, and label components
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Answer the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete one entry on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article

HW:
 * Finish reading and annotating article #5 “Photo of Officer Giving Boots to Barefoot Man Warms Hearts Online”
 * Finish the rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Finish the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article


 * Finish reading and annotating article #4 “From ‘Love Kitten’ to Child Literacy”
 * Finish the rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Finish the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete one entry on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article
 * Finish the Modern Heroes Chart

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, March 23rd **
 * Collect rhetorical squares & rhetorical appeals questions for articles #1 & #3
 * Fun reading
 * Read and annotate article #2 “Betty Ford Dies at 98; Former First Lady”
 * Read, annotate, and label components
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Answer the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article
 * Check progress on the Modern Heroes Chart
 * Two entries per article
 * Finish reading and annotating article #2 “Betty Ford Dies at 98; Former First Lady”
 * Finish the rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Finish the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, March 21st **
 * Fun reading
 * Read and annotate article #3 “Tight-knit Family Shares in Lin’s Achievement”
 * Complete a rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Answer the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article
 * Distribute the Modern Heroes Chart [[file:Modern Heroes- Qualities and Characteristics Log.doc]]
 * Complete for article #1 (2 entries) & article #3 (2 entries)
 * Finish reading and annotating article #3 “Tight-knit Family Shares in Lin’s Achievement”
 * Finish the rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Finish the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square.
 * Complete two entries on the Modern Heroes Chart for the article
 * Complete the Modern Heroes chart for articles #1 & #3 (4 entries total).

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, March 17th **
 * Fun reading
 * Discuss & collect paragraph about what it means to be a hero today.
 * Introduce Modern Heroes (article packet) [[file:Hero articles and pictures.doc]]
 * Distribute “Annotating and Analyzing Non-Fiction” [[file:Annotations and Rhetorical Appeals.doc]]
 * Read and annotate article #1: “Two Lives Blurred Together by a Photo”
 * Complete the rhetorical square for the articles AND answer the questions for the rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos)
 * Review Rhetorical Square (prezi notes) [[file:The Rhetorical Square- Prezi Notes.docx]]
 * Finish reading and annotating article #1 “Two Lives Blurred Together by a Photo”
 * Finish the rhetorical square for the article on a separate sheet of paper.
 * Finish the rhetorical appeals questions (ethos, pathos, logos) for the article on the back of the sheet with the rhetorical square

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, March 15th **
 * Fun reading
 * Collect Hercules assignments and Greek Heroes Chart
 * Hercules Quiz
 * //Clash of the Gods- Hercules//
 * Review questions
 * Consider what it means to be a hero today. What qualities/traits do we value/idealize as a society? Explain in a written paragraph. Be prepared to discuss next class.

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, March 11th **
 * Fun reading
 * Hercules
 * Read pages 224-243
 * Questions
 * Strength & Stupidity Chart [[file:Hercules.doc]]
 * Log heroic traits and evidence on the chart (two traits and corresponding quotes with citations)
 * Finish the Hercules assignments and reading. **There will be a quiz next class!**
 * Identify at least two (2) heroic traits for Hercules and find textual evidence (quotes with citations) in support of each trait. Log your results on your Greek Heroes Chart. **It is due next class.**


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, March 9th **
 * Fun reading
 * Theseus Quiz
 * //Clash of the Gods- The Minotaur [[file:Clash of the Gods-Minotaur.doc]]//
 * Continue working on the Greek Heroic Traits Chart (Perseus, Jason, Theseus)
 * HW: **
 * Review Perseus, Jason, and Theseus and make sure that the Greek Heroic Traits Chart is completed for those three heroes (6 entries total).


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, March 7th **
 * Fun reading
 * Jason Quiz
 * Brainstorm traits/characteristics for Jason & Perseus (with a partner)
 * Distribute Greek Heroic Traits Chart [[file:Greek Heroes- Qualities and Characteristics Log.doc]]
 * Complete for Jason and Perseus
 * Theseus (p. 209-223)
 * “Thoughtful Theseus” [[file:Thougtful Theseus.doc]]
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif'; font-size: 21.3333px;">HW: **
 * Finish the reading and assignments for Theseus. **There will be a quiz next class!**
 * Complete the Greek Heroic Traits Chart for Perseus, Jason, and Theseus (6 entries total)

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, March 3rd **
 * Fun reading
 * Perseus Quiz
 * Jason
 * Read pages 159-161 (whole class)
 * Distribute the flow map [[file:jason flow chart.doc]]
 * Finish reading Jason’s story (p. 161-179) and chart Jason’s journey on the map
 * Distribute the Quest for the Golden Fleece Questions [[file:Quest for the Golden Fleece QUESTIONS.doc]]
 * Finish the assignments and reading for Jason. **There will be a quiz next class!**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, March 1st **
 * Fun reading
 * Finish //Clash of the Titans//
 * The hero Perseus (p. 197-208).
 * Complete the assignment for Perseus. [[file:Perseus.doc]]
 * Finish reading and assignment for Perseus. There will be a quiz next class.

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, February 26th **
 * Introduction to Greek Heroes (notes) [[file:How to Identify a Hero PP revised_1.ppt]]
 * //Clash of the Titans//
 * identifications
 * Revise the Human Traits essay. **The final draft must be uploaded via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Saturday, February 27th**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, February 24th **
 * Check Human Traits essay drafts
 * Fun reading
 * Peer edit & revision
 * Revise the essay. **The final draft must be uploaded via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Saturday, February 27th**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, February 22nd **
 * Check essay shaping sheets
 * Fun reading
 * Human Traits Essay
 * Review requirements and due dates
 * Completed Draft (typed in MLA format) due- Wednesday, 2/24
 * Final Draft submitted via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Friday, 2/26
 * Work on the draft
 * Review how to create quality analysis
 * Discuss the introduction and conclusion
 * Finish the essay. **The completed draft is due next class. It must be 100% complete and typed in MLA format to receive credit.**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, February 18th **
 * Fun reading
 * Human Traits Essay
 * Review requirements and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due- Monday, 2/22
 * Completed Draft (typed in MLA format) due- Wednesday, 2/24
 * Final Draft submitted via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Friday, 2/26
 * Finish the shaping sheet (all quotes must be embedded and include parenthetical citations)
 * Finish the shaping sheet for the essay. It is due next class. [[file:Human Traits Essay- Shaping Sheet.doc]]

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, February 16th **
 * Fun reading
 * Collect run-on sentences assignments
 * Writing Terminology (prezi)
 * Assign Human Traits Essay [[file:Human Traits essay- revised.doc]]
 * Review requirements and due dates
 * Shaping sheet due- Thursday, 2/18 [[file:Human Traits Essay- Shaping Sheet.doc]]
 * Completed Draft (typed in MLA format) due- Wednesday, 2/24
 * Final Draft submitted via turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Friday, 2/26
 * Draft a thesis statement
 * Discuss topic sentences
 * Review how to effectively embed text [[file:embedding directions and CM tips-REVISED-MYTH.doc]]
 * Distribute the shaping sheet and begin finding evidence
 * Work on the shaping sheet for the essay.
 * By next class, revise your thesis, write your topic sentences, and effectively embed at least 2 quotes for your paper. Record on the shaping sheet.


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, February 10th **
 * Collect Grammar Review- Fixing Run-on Sentences & Fragments
 * Short Answer Test (chapters 2 & 3)
 * Grammar Review #2- More Practice with Run-ons & Fragments [[file:Run-on & Fragment Practice.docx]]
 * Fun reading
 * Assign Human Traits Essay [[file:Human Traits essay- revised.doc]]

HW:
 * Finish grammar review sheet #2 for run-ons and fragments. It’s due next class.
 * Choose a God or Goddess and two traits (one positive and one negative) for analysis in your Human Traits Essay. **Write your thesis statement and bring it next class.**

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, February 8th **
 * Collect Chapter 3 Review (stamp and return)
 * Fun reading
 * Review Demeter & Dionysus & Chapter 3
 * Grammar Review: Run-on Sentences & Fragments [[file:Fixing Run-on Sentences and Sentence Fragments.docx]]
 * Finish the grammar review sheet for run-ons and fragments. It’s due next class.
 * Review chapters 1-3. There will be a short answer test on Wednesday, 2/10
 * Choose a God or Goddess that you would like to analyze further. Be prepared to share next class.

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, February 4th **
 * Collect Demeter & Dionysus Review Packet, Lesser Gods Chart, and Clash of the Gods: Hades
 * Fun reading
 * Review Demeter & Dionysus
 * Chapter 3: “How the World and Mankind Were Created”
 * Read and discuss pages 77-94
 * Genesis handout (Noah and the Flood) [[file:Christian Flood- Noak's Ark from Genesis.docx]]
 * Complete the review questions for chapter 3 [[file:Chapter 3 Review.pdf]]
 * Finish the review sheet for chapter 3. It is due next class.
 * Review chapters 1-3. There will be a short answer test on Wednesday, 2/10

HW: Finish the reading and assignment for Demeter and Dionysus. Be prepared to discuss next class.
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, February 2nd **
 * Fun reading
 * Chapter 2: “The Two Great Gods of the Earth”
 * Read and discuss pages 53-56
 * Read pages 57-76 and complete the Demeter/Dionysus review questions [[file:Demeter & Dionysus Review Packet.pdf]]

=**HW:**= Read about Orpheus and Euridice (p. 138-142). Recall the stories of Orpheus & Euridice and Sisyphus from the film. Then, write an analysis of the Underworld. What do these stories reveal about Hades and the Underworld? What is their significance? What moral truths are revealed in each story? What do the stories reveal about the early Greeks? Explain. 1/2 page typed (minimum) in MLA Format. **DO NOT SUMMARIZE THE STORIES**. **The** Underworld Analysis **must be at least ½ page typed in MLA Format and** submitted online on turnitin.com by 9 p.m. Monday, February 1st.
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Friday, January 29th **
 * Fun reading
 * Add the class on turnitin.com [[file:Turnitin Student Quick Reference.pdf]]
 * Class ID:
 * Period 3- 11789372
 * Period 5- 11789374
 * Password: wrwildcats
 * Collect the Lesser Gods review sheet
 * Review MLA Format [|MLA Format]
 * The Underworld
 * Read pages 42-44
 * //Clash of the Gods- Hades [[file:Clash of the Gods--Hades.doc]]//

HW:
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Wednesday, January 27th **
 * 1) Fun reading/ study for the test
 * 2) Test on The Olympic Gods
 * 3) Lesser Gods (p. 38-52) [[file:Lesser Gods.pdf]]
 * Carefully read about the Lesser Gods (p.38-52 in //Mythology//) and complete the review sheet.

HW: **Study:**
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Monday, January 25th **
 * 1) Fun reading
 * 2) Study (small groups)
 * 3) “Survivor” review game
 * 4) Finish //Clash of the Gods- Zeus//
 * Review questions
 * The Olympic Gods (realm, Greek and Roman names, and ALL symbols)
 * Both sets of notes
 * Olympic Gods Test: Wednesday, January 27th**

HW: **Study:**
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Thursday, January 21st **
 * 1) Fun reading
 * 2) Notes: The Olympic Gods [[file:TheTwelve Olympians1.pdf]]
 * Finish the chart of the Olympic Gods
 * Review with a partner
 * 1) //Clash of the Gods- Zeus//
 * Review questions
 * The Olympic Gods (realm, Greek and Roman names, and ALL symbols)
 * Both sets of notes
 * Olympic Gods Test: Wednesday, January 27th**


 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, January 19th **
 * 1) Fun reading
 * 2) Finish //The Greek Gods//
 * 10 Facts
 * 1) Introduction to Mythology (notes) [[file:myth overview.pdf]]


 * 1) Distribute the chart of the Olympic Gods [[file:god_chart_with example.doc]]

HW: Read pages 21-37 and complete the chart of the Olympic Gods. Do not worry about the symbols. We will discuss them next class. Begin studying the chart.

4. Library- free reading book (last 30 minutes of the period) HW: Have a nice weekend
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5) (MINIMUM DAY)- Thursday, January 14th **
 * 1) Welcome and roll call
 * 2) Collect signed syllabus
 * 3) //The Greek Gods//
 * 10 Facts

HW: Bring your signed syllabus and your ID card next class.
 * Mythology (Per. 3 & 5)- Tuesday, January 12th **
 * 1) Welcome and roll call
 * 2) Student survey
 * 3) Ice Breaker
 * 4) Course syllabus, overview, and review of classroom rules and policies [[file:Myth syllabus- spring UPDATED.doc]]
 * 5) Games

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