Mr. Healy-Eighth Grade English
Parents who wish to contact me may do so by e-mailing: jhealy1@acsdny.org
WOTD for THURSDAY, December 17, 2009:
10. CONSUMMATE-(adj.)-To bring to completion
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for WOTD test tomorrow!
2) Complete MLA BROCHURE-it is due tomorrow!
3) Read for AR- you need 25 points by January 27, 2010.
WOTD for WEDNESDAY, December 16, 2009:
9. INVINCIBLE-(adj.)-Not capable of being overcome or defeated
WOTD for TUESDAY, December 15, 2009:
8. BESEECH-(vb)-To beg, plead, or implore
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for Conjunction/Interjection/Preposition quiz tomorrow! (Period 8 will take this quiz Thursday).
2) Complete MLA brochure-it is due Friday!
3) Study for WOTD test Friday!
4) Study for Flowers For Algernon unit test-
5) Read for AR- you need 25 points!
WOTD for MONDAY, December 14, 2009:
7. TRANSGRESSION-(noun)-A sin; a moral crime or offense
HOMEWORK:
1) Continue revising MLA outline so it will be ready to use for your MLA BROCHURE-due to the snow day, the due date for brochures will be Friday, December 18th
2) Study for Conjunction/Interjection/Preposition quiz Wednesday
WOTD for FRIDAY, December 11, 2009:
6. REPUTED-(adj)-Supposed; believed to be
HOMEWORK:
1) Finish reading Flowers For Algernon
2) Complete study guide for Flowers For Algernon- this will be checked on Monday
3) Continue revising MLA outline so it will be ready to use for your MLA BROCHURE-due to the snow day, the due date for brochures will be Friday, December 18th
WOTD for Thursday, December 10th, 2009:
5. DISSUADE-(vb)-To talk out of
HOMEWORK:
1) Finish reading Flowers For Algernon
2) Complete study guide for Flowers For Algernon- this will be checked on Monday
3) Continue revising MLA outline so it will be ready to use for your MLA BROCHURE-due to the snow day, the due date for brochures will be Friday, December 18th
WOTD for Tuesday, December 8, 2009:
4. ENAMORED-(vb)-in love with
HOMEWORK:
1) Read pp. 212-217 of Flowers For Algernon
2) Answer questions 24-31 of Flowers For Algernon
3) Study for C/I/P quiz Wednesday
4) Read for AR-closing date has been extended to this Thursday! Do you have 12 points yet?
5) FIX YOUR MLA OUTLINE! IF IT WAS WRONG ON THE OUTLINE, IT WILL STILL BE WRONG ON THE BROCHURE! IT IS DUE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15TH!!!
WOTD for MONDAY, December 7, 2009:
3. AMOROUS-(adj)- Loving; affectionate
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for Conjunction/Interjection/Preposition Quiz next Wednesday
2) Read for AR- you need 12 points by Wednesday
3) Continue working on MLA revision- if it wasn't acceptable for the outline, it won't be acceptable for the MLA brochure! Brochures are Due Tuesday, December 15th
WOTD for Friday, December 4th:
2. VALIANT-(adj)-Brave
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for C/I/P Quiz!
2) Remember to bring in your MLA outlines and your MLA packets- we will be in the COMPUTER ROOM 107 on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridy of next week to finish our MLA Drug Brochures
WOTD for Thursday, December 3rd:
1. REVELERS-(noun)-Party-goers; merry-makers
HOMEWORK:
1) Read to page 209 of Flowers for Algernon
20 Asnwer questions 18-23 of Flowers For Algernon study guide
3)Study for Prepostion/Conjunction/Interjection Quiz next week-
WOTD for Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009:
10. SHREWD-(adj)-Cunning; quick- or sharp-witted
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for WOTD test tomorrow!
2) Complete Interjection/Prepostion/Conjunction packet for Friday!
3) Read for AR!
WOTD for Monday, November 30th, 2009:
9. DISPOSITION-(noun)-Mood or attitude
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete ELA workbook pp. 66-67 and bring workbooks to class Wednesday
2) Read for AR
WOTD for Tuesday, November 24th, 2009:
8. MELANCHOLY-(noun or adjective)-A state of profound sadness
HOMEWORK:
1) Read up to page 209 of Flowers For Algernon
2) Answer up to and including question 17 from FFA study guide
3) Complete MLA outline revisions
4) Study for WOTD test Thursday, December 3rd.
5) Read for AR- you need 12 points by December 9th!
WOTD for Monday, November 23, 2009:
7. BETROTHS-(vb)-Marries; engages to be married
HOMEWORK:
1) Read up to page 209 of Flowers For Algernon
2) Answer up to and including question 17 from FFA study guide
3) Complete MAL outline revisions
4) Study for WOTD test Thursday, December 3rd.
5) Read for AR- you need 12 points by December 9th!
WOTD for Friday, November 20, 2009:
6. AFFECT-(vb)-To like, desire, or enjoy
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for ADVERB quiz on Monday- remember- more than one part of speech may be on quiz!
2) Read for AR!
3) Washington money is due!
WOTD for THURSDAY, November 19, 2009:
5. TUITION-(noun)- Care; safe-keeping
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete questions 1-9 from the study guide for Flowers For Algernon
2) Read for AR- 12 points needed by December 9
3) Study for ADVERB quiz Monday
4) Washington payment is due tomorrow! Please send in a $100 check if your child is attending!
WOTD for WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2009:
4. EMBASSAGE-(noun)-An important trip
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete ADVERBpacket
2) Complete OUTLINE form-Due Tomorrow!
3) Read for AR-12 points needed by December 9th!
WOTD for TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2009:
3. HERETIC-(noun)-Someone who goes against accepted (church) law or tradition
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete OUTLINE form-Due Tomorrow!
2) Read for AR-12 points needed by December 9th!
WORD for MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2009:
2. DESPITE-(prep)- In spite of, even though
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete pp. 62-64 of ELA workbook
2) Complete MLA outline-Due Thursday!
3) Read for AR! 12 points due by December 9th!
WOTD for FRIDAY, November 13th, 2009:
PARASKEVIDEKATRIAPHOBIA
TRISKAIDEKAPHOBIA
1. CONSTRAIN-(VB)- To urge; to compel; to strongly suggest
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete MLA outline-Due Thursday!
2) Read for AR! 12 points due by December 9th!
WOTD for Thursday, November 12, 2009:
10. BORNE-(vb)-Carried
HOMEWORK
1) Study for WOTD test tomorrow!
2) Read for AR! Tonight is the last night for AR!
3) Work on MLA outline forms- they are due next Thursday, November 19th
WOTD for TUESDAY, November 10, 2009:
9. DISDAIN-(noun)-Loath; contempt; scorn; snobbish arraogance
1) Read for AR- just 3 days left-
2) Study for WOTD test Friday-
WOTD for MONDAY, November 9, 2009:
8. PERNICIOUS-(adj.)-Extremely harmful, dangerous or deadly.
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete from pp. 57-61 in youe ELA workbooks! You should then have from page 48 to 61 complete when your workbook is checked!
2) Study for tomorrow's ADJECTIVES quiz- remember, you may be tested on the other parts of speech as well!
This includes:
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Nouns
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Pronouns
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Verbs
WOTD for FRIDAY, November 6th, 2009:
7. COMMENDATION-(noun)-Words of praise; favorable recognition
1) Get Progress Report Signed!
2) Study for ADJECTIVE quiz TUESDAY!
4) Don't forget that the Flanders' Fields extra credit poem is due Monday!
WOTD for THURSDAY, November 5th, 2009:
6. RECONCILED-(vb)-Made up; "buried the hatchet" (an example of IDIOM, by the way!)
1) Study for Tell Tale Heart Quiz Friday
2) Read for AR- 6 school days left!
3) Work on Flanders' Fields EXTRA CREDIT opportunity
WOTD for WEDNESDAY, November 4th, 2009:
5. PREDESTINATE-(adj.)- Arranged beforehand; pre-determined
1) Work on Flanders' Fields extra credit assignment
2) Study for Tell Tale Heart Quiz on Friday!
3) Read for Accelerated Reader- there are only 10 days left for you to get 25 points!
WOTD for Monday, November 2nd, 2009:
4. PESTILENCE-(noun)-An extremely deadly and contagious disease
1) Complete ADJECTIVE packet- due Wednesday!
2) Read for AR- there are only 12 days left to get 25 points!
3) Work on MLA Citation sheets to practice for the MLA OUTLINE!
WOTD for Friday, October 30, 2009:
3. BETWIXT-(preposition)-Between
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete the "Tell Tale Heart" Study Guide
2) Read for Accelerated Reader- you have 14 days left to get 25 points!
WOTD for THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2009:
1) Final draft of Charles essay is due tomorrow!
2) Read for Accelerated Reader! 15 days left to get 25 points!
WOTD for Wednesday, October 28, 2009:
1. SKIRMISH-(noun)- A brief battle or confrontation.
1) Final draft of "Charles" essay will be due Friday!
Period 8- 6 Citation sheets are due Friday, October 30!
Period 9- 6 Citation sheets are due Wednesday, November 4th (please note that this date has changed!)
Period 8 will return to the library on Wednesday to finish research.
Period 9 will return to the library on Monday, November 2nd, of next week to finish research (please note that this date has changed!)
READ FOR ACCELERATED READER! YOU NEED 25 POINTS BY NOVEMBER 13TH
1) Rough Draft of "Charles" Essay will be due on Monday!
2) "Charles" quiz will be Tuesday, October 27, 2009
3) Continue doing MLA research -citation sheets are due:
Period 3, 4 and 7-6 citation sheets are due Monday!
Period 8- 6 Citation sheets are due Friday, October 30!
Period 9- 6 Citation sheets are due Wednesday, November 4th (please note that this date has changed!)
Period 8 will return to the library on Wednesday and Thursday to finish research.
Period 9 will return to the library on Monday, November 2nd, of next week to finish research (please note that this date has changed!)
4) Study for WOTD test next week!
5) Read for AR! 25 points needed by November 13th!
WOTD for Friday, October 23, 2009
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Irony –n- |
FLaDs in which outcomes occur when least expected or desired |
1) Rough Draft of "Charles" Essay will be due on Monday!
2) "Charles" quiz will be Tuesday, October 27, 2009
3) Continue doing MLA research -citation sheets are due:
Period 3, 4 and 7-6 citation sheets are due Monday!
Period 8- 6 Citation sheets are due Friday, October 30!
Period 9- 6 Citation sheets are due Wednesday, October 28!
Period 8 will return to the library on Wednesday and Thursday of next week to finish research.
Period 9 will return to the library on Tuesday of next week to finish research.
4) Study for WOTD test next week!
5) Read for AR! 25 points needed by November 13th!
WOTD for Thursday, October 22, 2009:
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Alliteration –n- |
A FLaD in which the repetition of sounds is used to establish a mood or set tone |
HOMEWORK:
1) Rough Draft of "Charles" Essay will be due on Monday!
2) "Charles" quiz will be Tuesday, October 27, 2009
3) Continue doing MLA research -
Period 3, 4 and 7-6 citation sheets are due Monday!
Period 8- 6 Citation sheets are due Friday, October 30!
Period 9- 6 Citation sheets are due Wednesday, October 28!
4) Read for AR! 25 points needed by November 13th!
WOTD for WEDNESDAY, October 21, 2009:
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8. Oxymoron –n- |
A FLaD in which two words seem to contradict each other |
HOMEWORK:
1) Rough Draft of "Charles" Essay will be due on Monday!
2) "Charles" quiz will be Tuesday, October 27, 2009
3) Continue doing MLA research -citation sheets are due Monday!
4) Read for AR! 25 points needed by November 13th!
WOTD for TUESDAY, October 20, 2009:
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7. Onomatopoeia –n- |
A FLaD in which the pronunciation of certain words suggests their meaning, i.e., ‘Buzz’ |
HOMEWORK:
1) Bring in your signed front page of your MLA packet by Thursday
(It'll help to explain why you're looking up a dangerous and addictive drug on the family computer!)
2) Continue doing your MLA research-
3) The "Charles" quiz has been postponed until Tuesday, October 27th.
4) Read for AR-you need 25 points by November 13th
WOTD for MONDAY, October 19, 2009:
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6. Hyperbole –n- |
A FlaD that uses dramatic exaggeration/overstatement |
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete page one of MLA packet- CHOOSE YOUR MLA RESEARCH TOPIC
2) Read for AR-25 points needed by November 13th
3) Rough draft of "Charles" writing is due on Friday!
WOTD for Friday, October 16, 2009:
5. FORESHADOWING-(noun)- A FLaD in which the outcomes of events are hinted at before the conclusion of a story.
WOTD for Thursday, October 15, 2009:
4. PERSONIFICATION-(noun)-A FLaD in which non-human things are given life-like, or human, or PERSON-like, qualities
WOTD for WEDNESDAY, October 14th, 2009:
3. IDIOM-(noun)- A FLaD which is meant to be understood figuratively, not literally.
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for "Charles" quiz for Monday!
2) Study for VERB/PRONOUN/NOUN quiz on Thursday
3) Read for AR- you need 25 points by November 13th
4) THE WASHINGTON DC TRIP IS IN DANGER OF BEING CANCELLED. PLEASE GET YOUR PERMISSION SLIP IN BY FRIDAY. IF WE DO NOT HAVE 75% ATTENDANCE, WE WILL BE FORCED TO CANCEL THIS TRIP.
WOTD for Tuesday, October 13, 2009:
2. METAPHOR-(noun)- A FLaD which makes a comparison between two or more dissimilar things
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete "Charles" study guide
2) Study for VERB/PRONOUN/NOUN quiz on Thursday
3) Read for AR- you need 25 points by November 13th
4) THE WASHINGTON DC TRIP IS IN DANGER OF BEING CANCELLED. PLEASE GET YOUR PERMISSION SLIP IN BY FRIDAY. IF WE DO NOT HAVE 75% ATTENDANCE, WE WILL BE FORCED TO CANCEL THIS TRIP.
FRIDAY, October 9, 2009:
Walkway Across The Hudson Directions Are available on the
"Healy's Handouts/Reference Information"
page!
http://teacherweb.com/NY/Arlington/AMS-Team5/photo5.aspx
WOTD:
1. SIMILE-(noun)- A Figurative Language Device (FLaD) in which a comparison is made using 'like' or 'as'.
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for VERB, PRONOUN, & NOUN quiz for Thursday!
2) Read for AR- You need 25 points by November 13th!
3) Bring in your Washington permission slips, as well as your Word Aids Day slips, with their deposits
THERE IS ONE WEEK LEFT TO GET THESE FORMS IN.
REMEMBER: WE NEED 75% ATTENDANCE, OR THESE TRIPS WILL BE CANCELLED!
WOTD for THURSDAY, October 8, 2009:
10. SUAVITY-(noun)-Graceful politeness in speech, tone or manner
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for WOTD test tomorrow!
2) Study for VERB, PRONOUN, & NOUN quiz next Thursday
3) Read for AR- you need 25 points total by November 13th
WOTD for WEDNESDAY, October 7, 2009:
9. ACUTE-(adj)- Sharp; severe; critical
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for WOTD test Friday!
2) Study for VERB, PRONOUN, & NOUN quiz next Thursday
3) Read for AR- you need 25 points total by November 13th
WOTD for TUESDAY October 6, 2009:
8. APATHETIC-(adj)-Uncaring; unconcerned; disinterested
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for WOTD test Friday!
2) Study for VERB, PRONOUN, & NOUN quiz next Thursday
3) Read for AR- you need 25 points total by November 13th
WOTD for Monday, October 5, 2009
7. VACUOUS-(adj)-empty; shallow, as in space, or understanding
HOMEWORK:
1) Read for AR! You have just two days left to get 10 points!
2) Study for WOTD test Friday!
WOTD for FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2nd, 2009:
6. REFUTE- (vb)- To disprove, or prove false
HOMEWORK:
1) Read for AR- 5 days left to get 10 points!
2) Mug Shot Sheets are due Monday!
3) Study for WOTD test Friday!
WOTD for THURSDAY, October 1, 2009:
5. TANGIBLE-(adj.)-Able to be understood through observation
HOMEWORK:
1) AR book Check tomorrow!
2) Mug Shot sheets are due Monday!
3) Study for WOTD test next Friday!
4) Remind your parents about the Washington Meeting next Wednesday, October 7th, at 7:00 pm in the auditorium!
5) Remember- we need 75% participation to be able to go to Washington this year!
WOTD for Wednesday, September 30, 2009:
4. ABORIGINAL (adj.)-First, original, or native, as in people
HOMEWORK:
1) Read for AR- you have 8 days left to get 10 points!
2) Review DIPP pronoun packet
3) Be ready to present for Bookseller's Day
WOTD for Tuesday, September 29, 2009:
3. CRUSTACEANS-(noun)- Any type of shelllifhs, like lobster, crawfish, or shrimp
HOMEWORK:
1) Read for AR- you have 9 days left to get 10 points!
2) Review DIPP pronoun packet
3) Be ready to present for Bookseller's Day
WOTD for FRIDAY, September 25, 2009:
2. ENIGMA-(noun)-A mysterious, unexplainable event or object
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for PRONOUN quiz Tuesday!
2) Practice your Bookseller's Day Presentation-Presentations start TUESDAY!
3) Read for AR-You need 10 points by October 7th!
4) EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY! BRING A 12 OZ HAND SANITIZER DISPENSER, OR A BOX OF TISSUES, AND RECEIVE A 5 POINT ADDITION TO YOUR WORD OF THE DAY TEST!
WOTD for WEDNESDAY, September 23, 2009:
1. SEMBLANCE-(noun)-A false outward appearance
HOMEWORK:
1) Work on Bookseller's Projects-presentations begin Tuesday, September 29, 2009
2) Read for AR- you need 10 points by October 7th!
3) Study for DIPP PRONOUN quiz Tuesday!
4) EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY! BRING A 12 OZ HAND SANITIZER DISPENSER, OR A BOX OF TISSUES, AND RECEIVE A 5 POINT ADDITION TO YOUR WORD OF THE DAY TEST!
WOTD for Tuesday, September 22, 2009:
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10. CENTRIFUGAL-(adj)-Tending to move away from the center
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for WOTD test tomorrow!
2) Work on Bookseller project- Presentations begin Tuesday, September 29th!
3) Read for AR- you need 10 points by October 7th!
WOTD for MONDAY, September 21, 2009:
9. AFFECTATION-(noun)-An artificial behavior designed to impress others
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete PRONOUN DIPP packet
2) Study for WOTD test Wednesday
3) Rehearse your bookseller project- presentations begin Tuesday, the 29th
4) Read for AR-You need 10 points by October 7th.
WOTD for FRIDAY, September 18, 2009:
8. METICULOUS-(adj)-Paying close attention to detail
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete ELA workbook Assignment
READ pages 48-51
COMPLETE short answer, pg. 49, questions 1-2.
2) Begin working on your BOOKSELLER'S DAY project- presentations begin Tuesday, September 29th
3) Read for AR! You need 10 points by October 7th.
WORD of The Day for Thursday, September 17, 2009:
7. FORESTALL-(vb)-To halt, prevent, or stop
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for NOUN QUIZ tomorrow (FRIDAY!-This was moved back a day to better prepare for it!)
2) Read for You need 10 points by October 7th!
3) Complete your BOOKSELLER PROJECT sheet by filling in the author and title of your summer reading book-be ready to turn it in tomorrow!
4) Begin working on your BOOKSELLER'S DAY project- presentations begin Tuesday, September 29th
5) Study for your Word Of The Day test, which will be given Wednesday, September 23rd
WORD of The Day for Wednesday, September 16, 2009:
6. INCREDULOUSLY-(adv)-Done in a surpised, doubting way
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for NOUN QUIZ Thursday
2) Bring in your ACCELERATED READER book for Thursday-READ! You need 10 points by October 7th!
3) Begin working on your BOOKSELLER'S DAY project- presentations begin Tuesday, September 29th
4) Study for your Word Of The Day test, which will be given Wednesday, September 23rd
WORD of The Day for Tuesday, September 15, 2009:
5. SIMULTANEOUSLY-(adv.)-Done at the same time as another event or occurence
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for NOUN QUIZ Thursday
2) Bring in your ACCELERATED READER book for Thursday-READ! You need 10 points by October 7th!
3) Begin working on your BOOKSELLER'S DAY project- presentations begin Tuesday, September 29th
4) Study for your Word Of The Day test, which will be given Wednesday, September 23rd
WORD of The Day for Monday, September 14, 2009:
4. INSOLENTLY-(adv)-Done in a rude, disrespectful way
HOMEWORK:
1) Study for NOUN QUIZ Thursday
2) Bring in your ACCELERATED READER book for Thursday-READ! You need 10 points by October 7th!
3) Begin working on your BOOKSELLER'S DAY project- presentations begin Tuesday, September 29th
4) Study for your Word Of The Day test, which will be given Wednesday, September 23rd
Word of The Day for Friday, September 11, 2009:
3. SWAGGERING-(vb)- Walking with a bold, confident strut.
HOMEWORK:
1) Complete noun packet- due Monday!
2) Read for AR- you need 10 points by October 7, 2009
3) Make sure you have your 3 ring binder with labelled subject dividers ready to be checked on Monday!
Word Of The Day for Thursday, September 10, 2009:
2. RENOUNCED-(vb)- Gave up; quit (As in a habit or behavior, ie., "My uncle recently renounced smoking.")
HOMEWORK:
1) Read your AR packet and select a book to read!
2) Make sure you have your 3 ring binder with labelled subject dividers ready to be checked on Monday!
Word Of The Day for Wednesday, September 9, 2009:
1. YAA'TEEH-(int.)-A Navajo word that means 'hello' or 'it is good'
Homework:
1) Review welcome sheet with parents
2) Have parents sign welcome sheet
3) Complete student questionnaire
4) Study Welcome sheet for quiz tomorrow!
5)Know what 'Tabula Rasa" means!