HW

Good afternoon,

I only heard great things about you guys today.  I also caught Andrew working really hard!

You are really wonderful students and I am so lucky to be your teacher.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is a sentence fragment?

2. Did Tom Robinson commit the crime?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question. Atticus is a very insightful man and gives a lot of good advice in our story.  What piece of advice really speaks to you and why?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

Courage is many things.  Atticus showed true courage when he stood up for Tom Robinson when no one else would.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is a complete sentence?

2. What was the verdict for Tom Robinson?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following sentence.  Atticus proved that Tom Robinson did not rape Mayella.  Why was Tom Robinson found guilty?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you on Friday,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

Jose, you did an outstanding job illustrating the chapter today. 

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. Describe Mrs. Dubose.

2. What is courage?

Option two:

In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following questions.  Mrs. Dubose insults Atticus.  Why does Atticus respect Mrs. Dubose? 

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

Great job acting today! 

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is a symbol?

2. Why does Atticus shoot the dog?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  How does Jem and Scout's opinion of their dad change through the chapter?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Hello students!

I had a lot of fun with you guys today.  Even though you were sick, you showed up and kicked butt!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is a biography?

2. Give an example of the Golden rule.

Option two:

1. If you worked 45 hours last week, how many hours of OVERTIME should you demand?


2. If Atticus gets paid $15.50 an hour and he worked 34 hours last week, how much money would he make?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you on Monday,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

Welcome to our class, Desirea.  We hope you have as much fun as we do every morning.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:
1. What is the Golden rule?

2. Why do the Ewells get to bend the law?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question. What does Atticus mean when he calls Scout "the common folk"?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

Great job to our actors today.  You really transported me to Ms. Caroline's class.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is a basic human need?

2. Why did Walter refuse the quarter?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question. Do the Cunninghams live in absolute poverty or relative poverty?  Explain your answer.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

Please BE ON TIME!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  Describe Maycomb

2.  What is poverty?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, discuss the following prompt.  Describe the Great Depression.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

Thank you for working hard today!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is an autobiography?

2. Describe Boo Radley.

Option two:
In a well-defined paragraph, answer the following question.  Do you believe the legends of Boo Radley?  Why or why not?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good afternoon,

Wow.  I am so impressed by your punctuality and professionalism on our crazy day of fun!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is a right triangle?

2. What are the Jim Crow laws?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question. The Jim Crow laws were racist and used to create division where there should be unity.  Make a connection to a current law that creates division and mistrust.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you on Monday,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

I am extremely disappointed in the class turnout today.  Please be on time to class.  You let everyone down when you are late or absent.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. Why is school important?

2. Who is the narrator or our story?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  A couple of days ago, we spoke about chasing our dreams. Explain how school helps you reach your goals and chase your dreams.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

Triangles are fun and awesome.  You know what else is fun and awesome?  Being kind to each other.  If someone doesn't know the answer to a question, please don't laugh.  Imagine that you didn't know the answer - show a little empathy. 

What are some other ways to be kind?

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is a triangle?

2. What is the triangle sum theorem?

Option two:

1. Using the triangle sum theorem, find <x

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

That was a spectacular performance.  Thank you for being great audience members.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is an acute isosceles triangle?

2. What is the name of the famous Alvin Ailey dance that we saw today?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question. The MC at the performance said "Don't ever stop believing in your dreams."  What is your dream?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

I hope you guys had a wonderful, restful weekend and are ready for a great week!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is the setting of To Kill a Mockingbird?

2. What are the "Jim Crow" laws?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Some people might say that we still live in a society where "Jim Crow" ideas are still prevalent.  Do you agree or disagree? Explain.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Hello my fellow movers and shakers,

Thank you for moving and shaking today.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is a scalene triangle?

2. What is an acute triangle?

Option two:

1. Draw a right isosceles triangle.


2. Draw a right scalene triangle.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you on Monday,

Ms. Betsy