October 26th through November 6th

In language arts classes, we're continuing to write and analyze stories, examining plot through the lens of the Hero's Journey archetype. We've been thinking both creatively and critically, reading and writing in a range of styles and genres. During the first week of November, students will take a quiz on the Hero's Journey Archetype and the key literary terms we've been working with in our reading and writing. Here's a link to a list of key terms and plot elements we've been studying.

In history, students will be studying the "Road to Revolution." We'll begin with an overview, using the comic style history text Adventure Tales of America (here's a copy of the question guide) as well as a higher-level history textbook for more depth. Then we'll be launching into one of my favorite parts of the year: the Boston Massacre Mock Trial!