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Engaging English 10 Honors: Writing & Literature Journey

Join a dynamic learning experience focusing on writing, literature, discussions, and projects. Enhance skills through various activities like SSR, group work, and multimedia projects. Current emphasis on Beowulf and persuasive writing. Access grades via VISION. Contact for queries.

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Engaging English 10 Honors: Writing & Literature Journey

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  1. English 10 Honors Ms. Lisa Fiorilli lisa.fiorilli@lcps.org

  2. Background and Experience • GMU—Masters in English with a concentration in Teaching Writing and Literature • Bowling Green State University, Ohio—Bachelor of Music • 13th year in Education/10th year of teaching for LCPS/3rd at LCHS • Previous experience at Stone Bridge High School, H-B Woodlawn in Arlington, The University of Massachusetts

  3. English 10 Honors:a typical block • Warm up: grammar or vocabulary mini-lesson and/or practice; journal writing. • SSR • Literature or writing lesson • Group or individual work • Whole class discussion • Writing and research with the computers • Record homework in agendas • Use VISION

  4. Grading/Clarity Formative – 0 % • Homework assignments (5-10 points) • Class assignments/journals (5-10 points) • Rough drafts (30-50 points) • VISION forum posts (5-10 points) Summative – 100% • Projects and presentations (20-60 points) • Journals (5-10 points) • Quizzes (10-15 points) Tests (30-50 points) • Final draft papers (50-100 points total)

  5. So far we have: • Used a formula to write an autobiographical poem • Written a timed writing as a diagnostic • Learned and applied the RAFT Writing Strategy • Read two current nonfiction articles • Begun reading the epic poem Beowulf • Participated in two small group discussions

  6. So far we have: • Discussed the hero’s journey, courage, loyalty, leadership, reputation, generosity • Engaged in Silent Sustained Reading • Practiced with new vocab words and taken a vocab quiz

  7. Future Assignments • Persuasive writing: Students will work to understand and analyze essays and print media and learn ways to present an organized argument. • Homework: comprehension questions and journals, grammar and vocabulary practice, note taking using Cornell notes as they read or watch video presentations • Beowulf • Big Question Research • Multimedia projects: students will collaborate to organize and present literary analysis and research

  8. Check VISION and Clarity VISION • loudounvision.net • Log in: find my class by typing “LCH Fiorilli 10” • Use Password: guest CLARITY • Z, X, grade • Check the CMS/LCHS home page for links for info/link to VISION/other resources • Email me anytime with questions: lisa.fiorilli@lcps.org

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