Week of January 23, 2012
11th Academic English
This week we'll begin our study of Shakespeare's tragedy, Hamlet.  On Monday we will view and take notes on two documentaries, "Why Shakespeare?" and "In Search of Shakespeare."  On Tuesday and through Friday, we will read and discuss Act I of this play.  You will receive an Act I study guide to complete as we work with this act.  Make sure you take good notes while working with this play and answer the study guide questions completely.

12th Academic English
This week you will refine your topics for the research project.  On Tuesday you will hand in your General Topic, Thursday you will hand in your specific topic and Monday of next week you will hand in your Thesis Statement.  Please remember that you are writing a position paper, using research to defend your position.  Also remember that deadlines are absolute.  You must turn in the segments of this project on time or you will not receive credit for your work.