PSSA+Prep+Quarter+1

Tuesday, September 15, 2009. 1. Bell ringer 2. Writing Process together on the prompt: "Candy bars, chips, soda, and other junk food are available for purchace in high school vending machines and in the cafeteria. A growing number of parents are urging school administrators to remove such foods from school grounds. They feel that by selling junk food, schools are sending students a poor message about what makes up a healthful diet. Write an essay that you might give to your school principal either supporting or opposing the proposed removal of junk food from school grounds. Use facts, examples, and other evidence to support your point of view.

Thursday, September 17, 2009 1. Bell Ringer 2. Practiced writing process on your own with the prompt: You have just won $50,000 in an essay contest. Here's the catch: You can't spend any of the money on yourself, and you must use it to improve your school. You will soon be addressing the student body with your explanation of how you will use the money. In your paper, be sure to explain what you will do and how it will help others. 3. If not finished, complete for homework.



Monday, September 21, 2009 1. Turn in essay. 2. Reading Pre-test

Wednesday, September 23rd and/or Friday, September 25th, 2009 2. TEST: We have spent several weeks on evaluating, planning, and strategy for PSSA writing. Complete a final essay with a prompt given in class using any strategies you wish.