Week of October 1, 2012
11th Academic English
This week we will begin our study of Arthur Miller's play, The Crucible.  On Monday, we will discuss Salem's society in 1692, then will begin working with Act I.  You will be given a study guide for each of the Acts in this play.  We'll continue this work with Act I until Wednesday, when you will have an Act I quiz.  After the quiz, we will begin working with Act II.  Make sure you have your project proposals ready to go for class on Wednesday.  Have a great time during Homecoming Spirit Week 2012!

12th Academic English
This week we will begin our study of Arthurian legend.  On Monday and finishing on Tuesday, we will view two documentaries, In Search of Camelot and The Legend of King Arthur.  After we finish viewing the documentaries, you will read and outline "Prepare to Read," p. 110.  We will read aloud and discuss "Sir Gawain and The Green Knight," pp. 162+ in your literature anthologies.  I'll ask you to look at the indicators of societal and cultural values found in this and other Arthurian literature.  I'll also ask you to think about the changing concept of "Hero" in society as seen in this literature.  Don't forget to have your Beowulf projects ready to hand in at the start of class on Wednesday.  Have a great time during your last Homecoming Spirit Week, 2012!