Tuesday,+September+29

What do you believe? What is a core belief that drives you?

Write explanatory texts to examine complex ideas (CCSS W12-2)

Develop and strengthen writing through revision, editing, and rewriting (CCSS W12-4)

Use technology to authentically publish and share writing (CCSS W12-6)

You Decide!
I need your help in deciding what BIG IDEAS we want to explore together this year. So, cast your vote by completing the poll below. It's going to be tough, but you have to narrow the list to your top four votes. Feel free to write in a topic that's not included.

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Test Your Link!
Click on your name on the blog page for Contemporary Voices. Does it get me to your blog? If it's not there, EMAIL ME YOUR BLOG URL!!! :)

Your First Post!
Your first blog post will be your "This I Believe" essay. Type your revised final draft. You can either type it directly into Blogger or type it on Word and copy and paste into a new post. If you would like to resubmit it for grading, Write a note on your original essay and give it back to me. You have until next Tuesday for resubmissions.

Grammar Practice!
If you are are finished, it's time to practice a little grammar! Click the link to play Freerice.com. These are online grammar games that donate to the United Nations World Food Program for every correct answer! How much rice can you donate?