Monday, September 14, 2009

Welcome to Family Group, Fall 2009, Cycle 1

Hi, Family Group members. Welcome to Fall 2009 at West Side High School.

This year, each member of our Family Group will be required to keep a journal. Your first assignment is to listen to President Obama's speech welcoming students back to school. You can view the speech here.

Write a two-page written response to his words in your journal.

Assignment, Week Two:
In your journal, respond to the writing prompt: College: Why, or Why Not?

What do you plan to do in your future? Do you plan to go to college? Why or why not? What do you plan to do in your future? Write a two-page response in your journal.

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I am an English teacher at an alternative high school in New York City. My students continuously inspire me. Despite the greatest adversity, they survive and flourish, becoming successful in the world. I love you all, even when you drive me batty.