Schaffer Planning and a Test

Schaffer Planning and a Test

by | Sep 5, 2012 | English 8, English I Honors, Update

First and fifth periods worked on using the Schaffer model to plan a final culminating essay for this year’s first unit. Notes for each class follow: First period notes Sixth period notes We’ll do group work tomorrow for the second paragraph. Second and...
Library Plus

Library Plus

by | Sep 4, 2012 | English 8, English I Honors, Update

All classes went to the library for orientation and some time to check out books. After the library orientation, first and fifth periods finished up the Schaffer paragraphs from Friday and began thinking about the final unit project, which we will begin tomorrow....
Bike Ride

Bike Ride

by | Sep 2, 2012 | Blog

While looking through old pictures, I happened upon this photo from a memorable ride and thought I would share it for those students who have expressed an interest in cycling. This was in 2004, in northern Slovakia, having just crossed over the border from Poland. My...
First Schaffer Paragraphs

First Schaffer Paragraphs

by | Aug 31, 2012 | English 8, English I Honors, Update

All classes continued working on the Schaffer model, completing their first Schaffer paragraphs. A proud moment for us all! First period notes Second period notes Fourth period notes Fifth period notes Finally, as a reward for a week of hard work, we spent the last...