Here are a few PSA's for you to look at for inspiration.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Public Service Announcements
In groups, you've come up with what you think are huge problems in our society, and are working on creating public service announcements geared towards fellow students to help make our community a better place. Filming starts Monday, so be sure to bring all props!
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Interviews Due Monday
Students, your interviews are due Monday the 23rd. Please contact your interviewees (one for each career you chose) ASAP! Like I said last week, you CAN NOT wait until the last minute or you will have nothing. It's not your interviewee's faults you haven't contacted them yet! If you need help finding someone to interview (phone, email, or in person [with parent]), let me know, and I will help you find someone.
Remember to call your interviewee by name (Mr.___ or Ms. ___ or Dr. ____), introduce yourself (name, 8th grader at Westdale Middle), introduce your project (research paper on potential careers), and ask them if they have time to answer questions, or know someone who would have time to answer questions, about the career of ____.
Speak loudly and clearly when on the telephone, and remember to have those questions we developed in class in front of you so you won't miss anything!
Email me if you have questions: ahughes2@ebrschools.org
Remember to call your interviewee by name (Mr.___ or Ms. ___ or Dr. ____), introduce yourself (name, 8th grader at Westdale Middle), introduce your project (research paper on potential careers), and ask them if they have time to answer questions, or know someone who would have time to answer questions, about the career of ____.
Speak loudly and clearly when on the telephone, and remember to have those questions we developed in class in front of you so you won't miss anything!
Email me if you have questions: ahughes2@ebrschools.org
Career Research Papers
Parents and Students, here is a copy of the letter I sent home to be signed by both of you. Your research papers will be worth a majority of your English grade this nine-weeks, so it's important you keep up with the due dates, and say busy during class.
January 10, 2012
Dear Parents:
I hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday! Now that the break is over we are getting right back into the swing of school. Your child will be working on an important research project over the next several weeks. During this time, the students will be conducting research to learn more about two careers that interest them. As part of the project, the students will interview people working in their fields of interest, write reports reflecting their research, and create a presentation to share facts with the class.
This project is worth a total of 250 points; therefore, it will account for a large portion of your child’s grade for the third nine-weeks. In order that you may assist your child, the due dates and possible points are listed as follows:
Component Due Date Points Possible
Topics Beg of Class 1/12 10
Interviews Beg of Class 1/23 50
Note Cards End of Class 1/24 50
Outline End of Class 1/24 10
Final Report End of Class 1/30 100
Presentation Beg of Class 1/31-2/1 30
TOTAL 250
If you have any questions about any aspect of the project, please feel free to contact me at school at 225-924-1308 or email me at ahughes2@ebrschools.org. Thanks for your support in helping your child plan for the future.
Sincerely,
Allison Hughes
Approved by Sherry L. Brock
My signature below indicates that I received a letter from Ms. Hughes concerning the 8th grade research project, and I am aware that this project will account for a large part of my child’s English grade for the third nine-week grading period.
__________________________ ___________________
Student’s Signature Date
__________________________ ___________________
Parent’s Signature Date
January 10, 2012
Dear Parents:
I hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday! Now that the break is over we are getting right back into the swing of school. Your child will be working on an important research project over the next several weeks. During this time, the students will be conducting research to learn more about two careers that interest them. As part of the project, the students will interview people working in their fields of interest, write reports reflecting their research, and create a presentation to share facts with the class.
This project is worth a total of 250 points; therefore, it will account for a large portion of your child’s grade for the third nine-weeks. In order that you may assist your child, the due dates and possible points are listed as follows:
Component Due Date Points Possible
Topics Beg of Class 1/12 10
Interviews Beg of Class 1/23 50
Note Cards End of Class 1/24 50
Outline End of Class 1/24 10
Final Report End of Class 1/30 100
Presentation Beg of Class 1/31-2/1 30
TOTAL 250
If you have any questions about any aspect of the project, please feel free to contact me at school at 225-924-1308 or email me at ahughes2@ebrschools.org. Thanks for your support in helping your child plan for the future.
Sincerely,
Allison Hughes
Approved by Sherry L. Brock
My signature below indicates that I received a letter from Ms. Hughes concerning the 8th grade research project, and I am aware that this project will account for a large part of my child’s English grade for the third nine-week grading period.
__________________________ ___________________
Student’s Signature Date
__________________________ ___________________
Parent’s Signature Date
Friday, December 16, 2011
Jeopardy Review Game
Here's a link to a Jeopardy midterm review game. Enjoy!
http://www.superteachertools.com/jeopardy/usergames/Dec201150/game1324044064.php
Don't forget to study for all exams!
Friday - 2a and 3a (full day of school)
Monday - 2b and 3b (11:30 dismissal)
Tuesday 4a and 5a (11:30 dismissal)
Wednesday - 4b and 5b (11:30 dismissal)
http://www.superteachertools.com/jeopardy/usergames/Dec201150/game1324044064.php
Don't forget to study for all exams!
Friday - 2a and 3a (full day of school)
Monday - 2b and 3b (11:30 dismissal)
Tuesday 4a and 5a (11:30 dismissal)
Wednesday - 4b and 5b (11:30 dismissal)
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Study Guides
You will have two exams for me. On A Day, you will take your grammar and writing exam, and on B Day, you will take your literature exam. We will work on these study guides in class from Monday, December 12th to Thursday, December 15th. Here are copies in case you misplace yours:
English Midterm -
hughesMidterm English Studyguide
Literature Midterm -
litmidguide
Graphic Organizer to go with Poem on Literature Study Guide -
FISHBONE
English Midterm -
hughesMidterm English Studyguide
Literature Midterm -
litmidguide
Graphic Organizer to go with Poem on Literature Study Guide -
FISHBONE
Monday, November 28, 2011
Hunger Games Projects due Friday December 9th!
Make sure your projects are thorough, and that you show me your critical thinking skills!!
Here are your options:
1. Construct a tourist brochure for one of the following locations in the novel (or choose your own location). Your objective is to encourage people to visit this place. Be as accurate as possible (though you may add details that may not have been disclosed in the novel, as long as it doesn’t take away from the facts in the story). Make sure to include:
-illustrations that accurately depict what this location looks like
-description of what the location is like
-reasons why people should choose your location as a travel destination
(you can be sarcastic or do this as a parody, if you’d like)
Locations (or choose one of your own):
-District 12
-The Capitol
-The Arena
2. Choose at least three meals from the novel and research the history & symbolism of the foods. Relate them to the story. How does the symbolism of the food foreshadow or reveal information about an event or character?
3. Compare/contrast the 74th annual Hunger Games with another reality TV show, such as Survivor. (You should choose a TV show you are familiar with for this project.) Make sure to include the following:
-How the two “shows” are alike
(include the before/after, such as the interviews, training, presentation of victors, prizes, etc.)
-How the two “shows” are different
(include the before/after, such as the interviews, training, presentation of victors, prizes, etc.)
-Contrast the contestants’ interactions with one another (alliances, strategy, etc.)
-Discuss the roles behind the scenes (mentors, coaches, family members, etc.)
4. Create a marketing campaign for one of the tributes. The goal is to get as many sponsors as possible, so make sure to focus on the character’s skills and strengths. Your campaign should include three of the following:
-30 second TV commercial (script)- REQUIRED
-Magazine advertisement
-Press release article
-Billboard poster
5. Read about the Greek myth of Theseus, and how Crete demonstrated its power over Athens by demanding that 14 Athenian children be given up to the Minotaur every seven years. (Some sources say every nine years.) Then compare the story with The Hunger Games. Suzanne Collins was inspired by this myth as she was writing. Can you find sources of her inspiration in the story? Based on your research, predict what will happen next.
Helpful Sources:
http://www.mythweb.com/encyc/entries/theseus.html)
http://www.godchecker.com/pantheon/greek-mythology.php?deity=THESEUS
http://greece.mrdonn.org/theseus.html
http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/greeks/religion/myths/theseus.htm
6. Research at least three different types of plants from the novel. Learn about their history & symbolic significance. Relate them to the story. How does the symbolism of the plant foreshadow or reveal information about an event or character?
7. Write an historical article detailing Panem's history, wars, etc. and infrastructure. Explain the relationship between the different districts and what resources they use to survive. Include an analysis of the Capitol's power over the other districts and the nature and function of the Hunger Games. You may have to infer some of this information from what we learned in the novel.
8. Pretend you are Atala, the head trainer of the Games. Create a survival guide for the tributes. Using accurate information from the novel, you must include:
-A list of supplies (10 minimum) and the benefits of each one
-A list of the best strategies to survive the Games
-Pictures or other visual aides
This can be done in the form of a slideshow presentation, a brochure, or a video.
9. Re-read the Meadow Song Katniss sings to Rue. Critique it as a poem, looking for symbolism and other literary devices and clues or foreshadowing. After your critique, think about songs from your childhood. Choose one to compare with the Meadow Song. Are there any similarities? Critiques should be at least one page each. Then write an original children’s song or poem that reference themes, events, characters, or symbols.
10. In Hunger Games, there are creatures called Mutations (Mutts). These are animals that have been genetically altered to create an animal that could be used as a weapon. Two examples of this are the Jabberjay (which later mated with the mockingbird to become the Mockingjay) and the Tracker
Jackers (killer wasps). Create five “animal weapons.” Choose animals from a variety of groups
(birds, mammals, insects, etc.). Describe the new animal (appearance, habitat, food, lifespan) and what purpose it has as a weapon. Cite researched facts to back up your creation. Include illustrations.
11. As shocking and barbaric as the Hunger Games seem, they are quite similar to the times of the Roman Empire and the gladiators. Make comparisons of the Hunger Games society and customs to three of the following:
-The Roman Empire and the gladiators of the Coliseum
-The Marathon Dances during the Depression Era
-A slave plantation
-Modern-day television games such as Survivor
12. Are you a fan of graphic novels or comic books? Take five chapters from The Hunger Games and create and design a “comic” depicting those Chapters in at least 25 frames. Please include visuals, dialogue, and captions – as appropriate –remember this is a comic book. You can create it with paper and pen/pencil or use design software such as Comic Life, Microsoft Publisher (or in Word or Powerpoint), Adobe InDesign, or iWork’s Pages or Keynote.
13. Almost everyone appearing in the story has some responsibility for the deaths of those who participate in the Games. In your opinion who is most at fault (including--but not limited to--the participants, those in charge of the Games, or those who watch the Games on television)? In the role of a prosecutor, write your closing argument convincing the jury that the person on trial should be held accountable for the deaths. Give at least THREE examples evidencing your point as to who is at fault. Remember, you must be persuasive.
Here are your options:
1. Construct a tourist brochure for one of the following locations in the novel (or choose your own location). Your objective is to encourage people to visit this place. Be as accurate as possible (though you may add details that may not have been disclosed in the novel, as long as it doesn’t take away from the facts in the story). Make sure to include:
-illustrations that accurately depict what this location looks like
-description of what the location is like
-reasons why people should choose your location as a travel destination
(you can be sarcastic or do this as a parody, if you’d like)
Locations (or choose one of your own):
-District 12
-The Capitol
-The Arena
2. Choose at least three meals from the novel and research the history & symbolism of the foods. Relate them to the story. How does the symbolism of the food foreshadow or reveal information about an event or character?
3. Compare/contrast the 74th annual Hunger Games with another reality TV show, such as Survivor. (You should choose a TV show you are familiar with for this project.) Make sure to include the following:
-How the two “shows” are alike
(include the before/after, such as the interviews, training, presentation of victors, prizes, etc.)
-How the two “shows” are different
(include the before/after, such as the interviews, training, presentation of victors, prizes, etc.)
-Contrast the contestants’ interactions with one another (alliances, strategy, etc.)
-Discuss the roles behind the scenes (mentors, coaches, family members, etc.)
4. Create a marketing campaign for one of the tributes. The goal is to get as many sponsors as possible, so make sure to focus on the character’s skills and strengths. Your campaign should include three of the following:
-30 second TV commercial (script)- REQUIRED
-Magazine advertisement
-Press release article
-Billboard poster
5. Read about the Greek myth of Theseus, and how Crete demonstrated its power over Athens by demanding that 14 Athenian children be given up to the Minotaur every seven years. (Some sources say every nine years.) Then compare the story with The Hunger Games. Suzanne Collins was inspired by this myth as she was writing. Can you find sources of her inspiration in the story? Based on your research, predict what will happen next.
Helpful Sources:
http://www.mythweb.com/encyc/entries/theseus.html)
http://www.godchecker.com/pantheon/greek-mythology.php?deity=THESEUS
http://greece.mrdonn.org/theseus.html
http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/greeks/religion/myths/theseus.htm
6. Research at least three different types of plants from the novel. Learn about their history & symbolic significance. Relate them to the story. How does the symbolism of the plant foreshadow or reveal information about an event or character?
7. Write an historical article detailing Panem's history, wars, etc. and infrastructure. Explain the relationship between the different districts and what resources they use to survive. Include an analysis of the Capitol's power over the other districts and the nature and function of the Hunger Games. You may have to infer some of this information from what we learned in the novel.
8. Pretend you are Atala, the head trainer of the Games. Create a survival guide for the tributes. Using accurate information from the novel, you must include:
-A list of supplies (10 minimum) and the benefits of each one
-A list of the best strategies to survive the Games
-Pictures or other visual aides
This can be done in the form of a slideshow presentation, a brochure, or a video.
9. Re-read the Meadow Song Katniss sings to Rue. Critique it as a poem, looking for symbolism and other literary devices and clues or foreshadowing. After your critique, think about songs from your childhood. Choose one to compare with the Meadow Song. Are there any similarities? Critiques should be at least one page each. Then write an original children’s song or poem that reference themes, events, characters, or symbols.
10. In Hunger Games, there are creatures called Mutations (Mutts). These are animals that have been genetically altered to create an animal that could be used as a weapon. Two examples of this are the Jabberjay (which later mated with the mockingbird to become the Mockingjay) and the Tracker
Jackers (killer wasps). Create five “animal weapons.” Choose animals from a variety of groups
(birds, mammals, insects, etc.). Describe the new animal (appearance, habitat, food, lifespan) and what purpose it has as a weapon. Cite researched facts to back up your creation. Include illustrations.
11. As shocking and barbaric as the Hunger Games seem, they are quite similar to the times of the Roman Empire and the gladiators. Make comparisons of the Hunger Games society and customs to three of the following:
-The Roman Empire and the gladiators of the Coliseum
-The Marathon Dances during the Depression Era
-A slave plantation
-Modern-day television games such as Survivor
12. Are you a fan of graphic novels or comic books? Take five chapters from The Hunger Games and create and design a “comic” depicting those Chapters in at least 25 frames. Please include visuals, dialogue, and captions – as appropriate –remember this is a comic book. You can create it with paper and pen/pencil or use design software such as Comic Life, Microsoft Publisher (or in Word or Powerpoint), Adobe InDesign, or iWork’s Pages or Keynote.
13. Almost everyone appearing in the story has some responsibility for the deaths of those who participate in the Games. In your opinion who is most at fault (including--but not limited to--the participants, those in charge of the Games, or those who watch the Games on television)? In the role of a prosecutor, write your closing argument convincing the jury that the person on trial should be held accountable for the deaths. Give at least THREE examples evidencing your point as to who is at fault. Remember, you must be persuasive.
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