SENIORS: In your notebook, write 6 statements about yourself, 3 true and 3 false, then with a partner, we guessed which was which.  You can use these statements as inspiration for character development, conflicts, plots, climaxes, etc.  After that, we got back into yesterday's groups and made corrections in the group story (deserted on an island).
     For Monday, bring your planner and your Netbooks Agreement Form (if you haven't done so already).  No homework; have a great weekend!

SOPHOMORES: We corrected and posted the 6 Word Memoirs.  We also played a True/False game--in your notebook, write down 6 statements about yourself, 3 true and 3 false; then, with a partner, we guessed which was which.  You can use these statements as inspiration for character development, conflicts, plots, climaxes, etc.  After that, we got started on a writing diagnostic: Write a 3 paragraph essay about yourself.  One paragraph about your past, one paragraph about your present, and one paragraph about your future.  Make this your BEST writing because I will use this to determine the things we'll need to work on for the CAHSEE exam.  The completed essay will be due first thing when you come back on Monday, so that is your homework.  
     Remember to bring your planner and your Netbooks Agreement Form on Monday.  Otherwise, thank you for a great start to the year, and have a great weekend!