Monday, December 17, 2012

Energy Project Directions & Deadline

Final Copy Template
-Copy and paste your revised paragraphs into the document.
-Copy and paste your works cited sources at the end of your paper.
-The font should be 12 point, Arial.
-Line spacing should be 1.5.
-Be sure to add a title as well as your name, date, and period at the top.

The final copy of your paper and your rough draft are due on Edmodo on or before Thursday, 12/20. Give your blue peer editing sheet/rubric to Ms. Paddick during class!

If these are not turned in on time, you will complete them during the make-up work session instead of attending the basketball tournament on Friday afternoon. Be sure to turn them in on time so that you can enjoy the assembly!


Wednesday, December 5, 2012

"Flowers" Performance Task

Click here for the performance task template.
When completed, log-in to and follow the directions on Edmodo to submit your paper.
If you did not finish your paper in class, it is to be completed for homework over the weekend!

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Jackie Robinson Art, Essay, and Poetry Contest

CLICK HERE for information regarding the Jackie Robinson Art, Essay and Poetry Contest.
Entries are due by Friday, March 15, 2013. Students may earn up to 5 extra credit points to be applied to the 3rd 9 week marking period by participating in this contest sponsored by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Thursday, November 29, 2012

"Flowers for Algernon" Quiz & Study Guides

Please check your answers to the Reading Guides below. You do not have to have the exact same answer, but should check your work carefully to be sure your answers are complete.

Reading Guide - Part 1 Answer Key
Reading Guide - Part 2 Answer Key


The quiz on "Flowers for Algernon" will be on Wednesday, 12/5. It will be on the entire short story and consist of multiple choice questions based on plot, vocabulary (matching and completion), short answer and essay questions.

Vocabulary flashcards:


Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Extra Credit Opportunity

Students who are looking for an extra credit opportunity in English class may choose to participate in the Canonsburg Elks Essay competition. The theme of the essay should be: "The Choice 4 Me is Drug Free."

Essays may be up to 200 words in length. Click here for more info or see Ms. Paddick with any questions. Essays are due to Ms. Paddick before the winter break begins in December. Students may earn up to 5 extra credit points for participating in the essay contest.

Monday, November 12, 2012

Adv. English: List #9

Period 10:
The vocabulary terms for List #9 are on Quizlet. Use the flashcards and/or links below to study for your quiz on Friday, 11/16. Your vocabulary homework is due on Wednesday, 11/14.

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Adv. English: List #8

Period 10:
The terms for List #8 are posted on Quizlet. Use the flashcards or links below to prepare for your quiz on Friday, 11/9.