The poetry portfolio was due for first, second, and seventh periods today.

First and seventh periods began researching for their persuasive essay assignment. We looked at the project resources and chose one article to read and take notes on. We’ll continue tomorrow on the project.

Second period completed a second day of research. Some began planning their essay; the rest of the class will spend tomorrow planning and completing additional research.

Fourth period finalized the planning of the compare/contrast essay on the Scottsboro boys trial and Tom Robinson’s trial in To Kill a Mockingbird. We’ll begin the essays tomorrow (though they won’t be due until after Christmas break).

Homework

None (unless you’re not caught up).