Schaffer Basics and the Writing Model

Schaffer Basics and the Writing Model

English 8 students moved toward their first formative assessment, an extended writing sample for me to evaluate and determine where we need to begin. Today, after going over SLANTS, we completed yesterday’s work and then moved on to the writing process. English...

First Day 2014

Students in first and fifth periods (English 8) worked on some basic instructional procedures we’ll be using throughout the year and also provided me with an initial writing sample. Students second period (creative writing) completed similar work, providing a...
Eighth Grade Day 2014

Eighth Grade Day 2014

0 Today, the tears flowed, even from those who regarded themselves as invincible — it’s the same every year. It brings a smile to my face, reminding me of that feeling of excitement mixed with regret that accompanied every end I experienced in my youth....