Mrs. Finch's English Class

Demonstration Speech

tngentry — Thu, 06 May 2010 21:56:51 +0000

10th Graders:

We will begin our demonstration speeches next week! Your outline should be formatted the same as for the informative speech; therefore, you may access the speech outline skeleton on the previous post to help you type your outline. Remember, if you are bringing food, you must bring enough for the entire class to sample. This avoids possible conflicts that could arise because of jealousy, etc. Good luck on your demonstration speeches!! This will wrap us up for the year, so I hope all of you do your best and end the year with a wonderful grade.

Demonstration Speech Rubric

Informative Speech

tngentry — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:29:07 +0000

If you are working on your speech outline at home, you may click on the following link to access a copy of the speech outline skeleton. Be sure to let me proof this outline by Friday!

Speech Outline Skeleton

Parenting Day

tngentry — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:32:46 +0000

All parents are welcome to stop by school and meet with me on Thursday, February 25, 2010 between 1:00-6:00 PM. Students will be dismissed at noon Thursday.

Also, don’t forget that the AHSGE will be given next week! I have listed the testing schedule below.

Monday- Math

Tuesday- Reading

Wednesday- Language

Thursday- Social Studies

Friday- Old Science/ Biology

Writing Assessment Date Change!

tngentry — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:14:34 +0000

The date for the Alabama Direct Assessment of Writing has changed. The assessment will now be given on April 8th!

Second Semester

tngentry — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:47:55 +0000

I can’t believe that the second semester is already here. Whether you are ready for it or not, we have A LOT going on this semester. I have put together a brief list of some things my classes can expect this semester.

10th Grade (We are going to cram like crazy for the writing assessment and graduation exam. Bear with me during the 3rd nine weeks, and I promise the 4th nine weeks will be much better. Just think, you have the opportunity to give speeches in front of your classmates. How fun does that sound?)

Writing skills practice for the writing assessment
Alabama Direct Assessment of Writing- Feb. 17
Grammar review for the AHSGE
Reading skills review for the AHSGE
AHSGE- March 1-5
The beloved speech unit (Expect to give 3+ speeches.)

9th Grade

Grammar, grammar, grammar…..Your graduation exam will be here before you know it!
Writing assignments to help us prepare for next year’s assessment.
The Outsiders
The Witch of Blackbird Pond
Romeo and Juliet

Also, I have attached a copy of the class update that I passed out on January 6th. If you turn in a signed copy of this note by Friday, January 15th, you will receive a “free 100.” I won’t be giving out extra copies of this handout, so if your dog eats it, you still have an opportunity to print out another one. Don’t forget to leave a comment to this post by January 15th to receive even more bonus points.

Note to parents 1.6.2010

MAKE-UP WORK

tngentry — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:22:36 +0000

If you are looking at our class blog, it is probably because you need to get your make-up assignments. I have been having an extreme problem with students simply not completing their make-up work. Remember, you only have 5 school days to make-up tests or class work after you return to school. No exceptions!

Homecoming Dress-Up Days 2009

tngentry — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 21:22:30 +0000

Monday, September 28: Retro Day (80′s)

Tuesday, September 29: Wacky Tacky Day

Wednesday, September 30: Twin Day

Thursday, October 1: Superhero or Cowboy Day

Friday, October 2: Hawk Pride Day- purple & white

Attention Danville Fans!!

tngentry — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:18:44 +0000

Please visit www.waff.com and vote for Danville as the Friday night fever team of the week. If we win the online poll, our pep-rally will be featured on the news Friday night! Go Hawks!!

Good morning!

tngentry — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:25:06 +0000

I hope everyone is having a wonderful first day back at school. Since I want everyone to be familiar with our class blog, I am offering bonus points to those of you who decide to visit the site during the first week of school. Just leave a comment to this post telling me what your favorite book is, and be sure to include your name and period. Post comments by Friday, August 14th to receive credit. Have a great day!

Miss Gentry

Welcome back!

tngentry — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:39:56 +0000

Thanks for taking the time to check out our class blog! Through this site, you will be able to access all of the information you might need for my English classes. I will be updating the blog daily with assignments, notes, deadlines, and other important information so be sure to check it out frequently. I encourage all students and parents to take advantage of this great communication tool.

Miss Gentry

Here is a link to my classroom rules and procedures. If you have lost yours, just click and print! Be sure to have yours signed and returned to me by Friday, August 14th to receive extra points.

Classroom Rules and Procedures 09-10