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Office 365 is Coming!

8/31/2015

Office 365 is Coming!
In order to help our students prepare for success, we are providing Microsoft Office 365 to every student free of charge. With Office 365, your child will now have access to the latest version of Word for writing; Excel for spreadsheets; PowerPoint for presentations; OneNote for organization and note taking; and much more! You will have the option of installing the software on your home computer/devices or using the programs online. Your student will be able to use the program for the remainder of their time in the Cobb County School District.

If you have not already signed up this service you should be getting an email from Office365ParentalConsent <Office365ParentalConsent@cobbk12.org> later this week as long as we have a current email address stored in our system. Codes for setting up your account are specific to your student so this email is very important. Please be on the lookout for it, you may want to check your junk mail folders as well. We will send out instructions for parents who do not receive the email early next week.

Mon. 8/31/15 - Become A Change Agent -Methods of persuasion

8/30/2015

Monday

Warm Up/Activator: Read 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens pgs. 58-65

Lesson Activities:
1. Complete Reader’s Journey pgs. 228, which focuses on the Literary Analysis – Persuasive Writing. Complete using Unit 3: Vocabulary sheet.

2. Write Online Reader Response 4 [Methods of Persuasion]: What are some methods everyday people use to persuade others? *View a commercial: Nike Ad: If You Let Me Play (1995) and discuss the methods of persuasion used in the commercial.
1. Which persuasive techniques were used?
2. Does the author use examples, details, reasons to support his or her opinions?
3. Does the commercial provide enough information to make a decision about the product?
4. Is the author's opinions well supported and clear?
5. Does the commercial represent the [women's] debate? Does it include the opposing viewpoint?

Homework: With an appropriate link to a persuasive commercial, advertisement, or campaign. Post your Online Reader Response 4 [Methods of Persuasion] to Edmodo.

August 29th, 2015

8/29/2015

Mcllure's foundation - fall [Long sleeve] t-shirts- $20.00

LAST CHANCE FOR FALL T-SHIRTS!!

If you are interested in purchasing a long-sleeve McClure shirt -

Orders are due by Friday September 11th.

Shirts are an ice blue color, with a choice of watermelon or blue logo – see example on link below.

Cost: $20.00 and may be purchased by cash, check or credit card.

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Fri. 8/28/15 - Habit #1 Be proactive & Methods of ORganization

8/28/2015

Friday

Warm Up/Activator: Complete Reader’s Journey pgs. 227, which is 6 review questions to help students think about the reading selection [article] – The World of Forensic Scientist

Lesson Activities:

1. Read 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens pgs. 52-58 which reminds us to 'Turn Setbacks Into Triumphs."
2. Complete the colorful illustration of 7 Habits Assessment #1.

Homework: With an appropriate pic and example of an advertisement, post your Online Reader Response 2 [Headings & Illustrations] to Edmodo.

Thurs. 8/27/15 - Expository Writing -methods of organization

8/27/2015

Thursday
Warm Up/Activator: Complete Reader’s Journey pgs. 220-221, which focuses on the Literary Analysis – Expository Writing. Complete using Unit 3: Vocabulary sheet and R.A.C.E. strategy.

Lesson Activities:
1. Complete Reader’s Journey pgs. 222-226, which is a model of an article – The World of Forensic Scientist

Homework: With an appropriate example of a nonfiction text, post your Online Reader Response 3 [Methods of Organization] to Edmodo.

Wed. 8/26/15 - Expository Writing - Methods of organization

8/26/2015

Wednesday
Warm Up/Activator: Complete Reader’s Journey pgs. 220-221, which focuses on the Literary Analysis – Expository Writing. Complete using Unit 3: Vocabulary sheet and R.A.C.E. strategy.

Lesson Activities:
1. Complete Reader’s Journey pgs. 222-226, which is a model of an article – The World of Forensic Scientist

Homework: With an appropriate example of a nonfiction text, post your Online Reader Response 3 [Methods of Organization] to Edmodo.

Tues. 8/24/15 - HABIT #1 BE PROACTIVE & METHODS OF ORGANIZATION

8/24/2015

Tuesday:
Warm Up/Activator:
1. Online Reader Response #3 - What kind of organization did the author use for the expository writing? Why do you think the author chose this method of organization? How does it impact the meaning of the text? Use details to support your answer.

Examples of Organization Methods for Nonfiction Writing:
a1 Compare/Contrast - NY Times article - Serena Is A Star Who Matches Lebron James, From A Different Court
a2. Problem/Solution - Yo Kids - Yoga For Kids informational webpage.
a3. Chronological Order - Howcast.com informational video - How to Tie A Windsor Knot
a4. Cause/Effect - Brain Pop educational video, Cause and Effect with Annie and Moby, which is a narrative which explains the relationship between causes and effects.

Lesson Activities:
1. Complete Reader’s Journey pgs. 220-221, which focuses on the Literary Analysis – Expository Writing. Complete using Unit 3: Vocabulary sheet and R.A.C.E. strategy.
2. Complete 7 Habits #1 Assessment: Paradigms and Principles - Color Reflection - Man in The Mirror

Homework:
Online Reader Response #3 - What kind of organization did the author use for the expository writing? Why do you think the author chose this method of organization? How does it impact the meaning of the text? Use details to support your answer.

Mon. 8/24/15 - Habit #1 Be PRoactive & Methods of organization

8/23/2015

Monday:
Warm Up/Activator:
1. Class Dojo Rewards/Turn in your Reader's Journey pgs. 206-219 [Check to be sure all pages are fully completed.]
2. Complete 7 Habits #1 Assessment: Paradigms and Principles - Color Reflection - Man in The Mirror

Lesson Activities:
1. Read 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens pgs. Habit #1 - Be Proactive - The Choice is Yours

2. Online Reader Response #3 - What kind of organization did the author use for the expository writing? Why do you think the author chose this method of organization? How does it impact the meaning of the text? Use details to support your answer.

Examples of Organization Methods for Nonfiction Writing:
a1 Compare/Contrast - NY Times article - Serena Is A Star Who Matches Lebron James, From A Different Court
a2. Problem/Solution - Yo Kids - Yoga For Kids informational webpage.
a3. Chronological Order - Howcast.com informational video - How to Tie A Windsor Knot
a4. Cause/Effect - Brain Pop educational video, Cause and Effect with Annie and Moby, which is a narrative which explains the relationship between causes and effects.

Homework:
Online Reader Response #3 - What kind of organization did the author use for the expository writing? Why do you think the author chose this method of organization? How does it impact the meaning of the text? Use details to support your answer.

fri. 8/21/15 - Vocabulary Building Strategies -Synonyms & Antonyms

8/21/2015

Friday
Warm Up/Activator: 7 Habits Assessment #1 - Paradigms and Principles. View a Father and Son's Inspirational Race which is an example of living on principles and changing your paradigm -the way you see things.

1. Complete Reader’s Journey pg. 218 [which focuses on Synonyms and Antonyms]

2. Complete Reader’s Journey pg. 219 [which focuses on Using a Thesaurus]

Homework: With an appropriate pic and example of an advertisement, post your Online Reader Response 2 [Headings & Illustrations] to Edmodo.

Thurs. 8/20/15 - Habit #1 -Be Proactive - I Am The Force

8/20/2015

Thursday

Warm Up/Activator: 7 Habits Assessment #1 - Paradigms and Principles. View a Father and Son's Inspirational Race which is an example of living on principles and changing your paradigm -the way you see things.

Lesson Activities:
1. Complete Reader’s Journey pg. 218 [which focuses on Synonyms and Antonyms]

2. As an example of Tapping Into Our Talents, we will watch JJ Watt Prove His Dedication To His Fans.

Homework: With an appropriate pic and example of an advertisement, post your Online Reader Response 2 [Headings & Illustrations] to Edmodo.