We started the week yesterday with no internet access at school, so my posting of this little message was delayed. Regardless, yesterday's classes were spent finishing presentations and starting narratives, with most students choosing to read "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allen Poe. The other option, "The Open Window" by Saki, still had a few fans, but with the more gory aspects of Poe's work he naturally gets more attention.
Today we move on to stories full-time, digging into the narratives to figure out how best to understand complex texts. Wednesday and Thursday are much the same, processing additional Elements of Literature as we go. Friday we write a Week in Review, and that is the week done! This is a vague description, I know, but different classes are operating at different speeds on these skills.
Wednesday is Parent-Teacher Conference night, from 4:00 – 7:00, and all the slots are taken. We encourage the student to join us (after all, students are why we are here!) so bring them along. Next week conferences (also booked) are on Tuesday, November 8, from 3:30 – 6:30.
Friday is Hat Day, raising money for a community need; bring a dollar and wear a hat!
Regards,
Mr. DeMaris
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