9/11

Death, terrorism and mass confusion can be difficult topics.  I appreciate that you were passionate and professional while discussing 9/11.

Your homework is to respond, thoughtfully, to the following prompt:

Twenty, fifty, or one hundred years from now how do you think the events of September 11th, 2001 will be understood as part of the larger context of United States history? What about world history? In your opinion, what other events had a similar impact on U.S. or world history?

Stereotypes....

You guys are doing great.... Keep up the good work...

Your homework is as follows:

1. What is a stereotype?


2. What are some examples of stereotypes?


3. What is an unknown variable?

4.  What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

5.  Tomorrow is 9/11/14, which is the anniversary of when two airplanes hit the World Trade Center buildings in lower Manhattan.  What significance does this date have to you?

Remember to bring your earphones tomorrow, we will begin our day in the computer lab.  Check your email for further instructions when you get here.

Cloudy Tuesday Homework

Good evening,

I am proud of the work you did in class today.  It wasn't easy and I appreciate the level of dedication you show when you try something that is difficult.

Anyways... back to the main point.... HOMEWORK.

Your homework for tonight is to read 32 -43 and answer the following questions:

1.Why did Arnold get suspended?

2.  What information do you learn about Mr. P?

3.  What did Mr. P mean when he said "We were supposed to kill the Indian to save the child"? (pg. 35)

4. Why do you think Mary "faded away"?

5. What does Mr. P ask Arnold to do?  Why?


6.  Solve for X

X+3+5 = 2X

Monday's homework

First things, first: you all did a wonderful job today in class.

Second:  HOMEWORK

As a reminder, you need to check the blog every night and either email me the homework or bring a written copy to class.

Your homework for tonight is to read the chapter "Because Geometry is not a Country Somewhere Near France" and answer the following questions:

1. Describe Arnold's sister

2.  Describe Mr. P.

3. What does Mr. P symbolize?

4.  What is the significance of the geometry text book?


Remember:  Bring calculators tomorrow

Also remember: There will be special Friday prizes for those of you who come every day, on time, with your homework.  (On time is 8:00 AM, btw)

I look forward to seeing you tomorrow.

When the second day of school is a Friday, you know it's going to be a good year!

Happy Friday!!!

Your homework for tonight is to research the Spokane Tribe.  You can use websites or the library to find out information about Spokane culture, geography and history.

You can email me the homework or write it out and bring it with you on Monday.

The following link may prove useful:

http://www.spokanetribe.com/

Welcome!

Welcome to your first evening of your first day of school!  I had a great time meeting you guys today.  Please remember to bring your text with you tomorrow and to check the homework blog nightly.

 

 

Your homework for tonight is to....

 

Begin reading "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian".  Make sure you bring the book, notebook and pens/pencils with you tomorrow.

 

I am excited for a great year.

Please remember to bring back your signed CBVI permission slips

REVOLUTION!!!!

Name two NONPOLITICAL Revolutions and describe the impact each has had.