Sunday, October 26, 2008

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Objectives:
After this class, students will be able to:
1. write for a clearly defined audience and purpose.
2. listen to a professional speaker.
3. take notes during a presentation.

Agenda:
1. Warm-Up: Students should write the following announcement into their notebooks: This is your homework! Write this down! Each month, from now until June, the School District of Philadelphia and Office Depot will give away $500 to an outstanding senior. Write a 1 page essay in which you explain why you should win the money. Discuss your character, academics, and community service. 50 points (and maybe some cash!)

2. Today we will have a guest speak, Lyle Boyd, from Lincoln Technical Institute. He will discuss finances and career choices after high school. As he speaks, students should take 2-column Cornell Notes on his presentation.

Homework: Students should type and email their resumes, cover letters, and thank you letters to ms.kingsbury@verizon.net. Due tomorrow!

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