Morning 8th Graders,
Here is the mission for the next 3 classes. We all know who Terry was and how heroic he was. But his fanfare at the time of his run was not what it should have been. He didn’t have the help of social media which definitely contributed to his lack of “likes”. Imagine Terry was running today, in 2022. Create his social media campaign. Find the instructions here. Read them carefully. Have fun and use your talent. You are presenting next week.
Don’t forget to sign and bring back your permission slips for our MS Retreat! We leave Wednesday.
Let’s get back into the swing of things. This is your first (of many) writing assignments. I have purposely given you very little guidelines in hopes you will prove how well you write. Take your time to read through the instructions and follow all steps outlined. I know you’ve got this! Take. Your. Time. Proof read!
Welcome back! Today in class we will go over the routines and procedures for a successful year. I will remind you how to work and organize your Google drives, blogs and other necessities. If time allows we may even put the pedal to the metal with your very first writing assignment. This hasn’t been assigned yet, so stay tuned for the actual due date. I have utmost faith in each and every one of you. I know you will read the directions thoroughly, consider your writing and of course proofread. Show me what you’re made of….GO!
Welcome back Grade 6 and welcome to Middle School. It is time to show what you’re made of. In class today we are going to focus on getting organized so that we can have a successful year together. I will remind you how to work your Google drive, our blogs and the ins and outs of our daily class and routines. If time allows we will begin working on our first writing assignment. You can find it here. We will go over it thoroughly in class before you start writing and I will give you a due date as well. I know you will all shine. Just take your time. Read the instructions carefully, go through the steps slowly and proofread your work. But remember, don’t start until I tell you to! I am looking forward to reading your assignments and getting to know a little something EXTRA about YOU!
This post contains all of the essential information for public speaking
Welcome to this year’s public speaking contest for grades 6-8. Expressing ideas aloud in a clear and effective way is an important life skill! Students will have the opportunity to plan, develop, and deliver a speech to showcase these skills. Students will be spending the upcoming weeks working towards preparing a 4-5 minute speech. Additionally, we will be spending time in class practicing various oral communication skills (eye contact, inflection, effective use of gestures, etc.)
Important Due Dates
| Choose topic + fill out topic brainstorming sheet (email your teacher with your choice by the end of the day) | 4/6 |
| Speech planner/Graphic Organizer | 4/13 |
Introduction
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4/26 |
| Body Paragraph 1 | 5/2 |
| Body Paragraph 2 | 5/6 |
| Body Paragraph 3 | 5/10 |
| Conclusion | 5/13 |
| Class Presentations | 5/18-5/20 |
| Self-assessment and reflection | 5/24 |
| Public Speaking Finals Grades 6-8 | 5/26 |
Click the links below to access important public speaking documents:
Public Speaking Google Slideshow Presentation
2022 Public Speaking Due Dates Checklist
2022 Public Speaking Speech Planner Graphic Organizer
2022 Public Speaking Self-Reflection
6B Public Speaking Order:
6A Public Speaking Order:
A reminder that speeches will be conducted during both English and Jewish Studies periods. Everyone must be prepared to present their speech on Wednesday, May 18th, regardless of their place in the order.
Beneficial Resources:
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The Grade 8 students each were asked to submit five topics that they would be interested in debating. Today we narrowed down the choices and voted on our topic.
Topic: Vaping should be illegal
Group 1: Aidan, Talia, Kiera, Jayson (Pro-debating for vaping to be illegal)
Group 2: Max, Jessie, Zoe, Ari, Lior (Con-debating for vaping to remain legal)
Teams will divide up the debate responsibilities amongst their peers. One member of each team will be responsible for the following roles:
Opening statement
Presenting the argument
Rebuttal
Crossfire questions
Closing Statement
As explained the in the document below, students will earn a group grade for the debate as well as an individual mark. Please re-read the rubric as you begin to prepare for the debate. Each student is responsible for conducting research, analyzing and finding credible sources (expert testimonies, statistics, etc.) citing their sources, preparing at least three main points, and developing questions prior to the debate. We will review the essential elements and skills necessary to create a strong debate in class.
This unit will also prepare students for their debate in Dr. Marcovitz’s Jewish Studies class. In Jewish Studies, the debate will focus on appropriate attire and modesty.
Debate strategies and information can found in the Google Slides presentation below:
Please note that the students will need to work diligently in-class and at home to adequately prepare for their debate!
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Welcome to this year’s public speaking contest for grades 4 – 8. Expressing ideas aloud in a clear and effective way is an important life skill! Students will have the opportunity to plan, develop, and deliver a speech to showcase these skills. Today the materials were shared with students via an information packet. Students will be spending the upcoming weeks working towards preparing a 4-5 minute speech. To ensure that each step is being followed at home, parents are being asked to sign their student’s checklist as they prepare items for each due date. I will also be signing each student’s checklist as I provide feedback along the way!
Please note: Each link contains a Google Doc that allows “view only” access. Please make a copy of the document to save your work to your Google Drive.
This link contains the checklist that contains each due date for the every part of the assignment.
List your possible topics here. Be sure to include your intended purpose for the speech. Are you looking to inform, persuade, or entertain your audience? Please remember that your topic needs to be chosen/topic brainstorming sheet completed by the end of the day on Wednesday, March 27th.
This document contains the detailed steps that can be used to prepare for public speaking.
Students will be required to create and submit a speech planning graphic organizer. I have supplied students with an example of what their organizer might look like when it is complete. I have also provided a blank graphic organizer for student for students to edit electronically. This assignment will be due on Friday, March 29th.
Please review this rubric to see how you will be marked for your speech. Remember to think with the end in mind…review the rubric prior to writing your speech!
After you have given your speech during the class presentation sessions, students will complete a reflection.
Grade 8 Pd.1-Read the next chapter of Lord of the Flies
Grade 8 Pd.2- Work on 60 Second Pitch
Grade 6 Pd. 3- Work on 60 Second Pitch (Guest Speaker at 10:30AM)
Tefillah
Grade 6 Pd. 4- Guest Speaker/Work on 60 Second Pitch
Grade 8 Pd. 5- Answer the following reflection questions regarding our Holocaust Unit. After you have completed this task, you may work independently on either Steam Fair or the 60 Second Pitch Assignment.
Grade 7 Pd. 6- Finish the drawing/creative piece relating to the first chapter of Perkei Avot. Those who turned in these assignments can find them on the window behind my desk (on top of the blue binder). Coloring materials can be found in the closet (put back neatly)
After you have completed this task, you may work independently on either Steam Fair or the 60 Second Pitch Assignment.
Lunch
Prep
Grade 7 Pd. 8 Work on 60 Second Pitch
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