Outline for Biographical Sketch

Name ___________________________ Date ___________________ Class ________________

 

Outline for Biographical Sketch

 

Topic  __________________________________

 

Paragraph 1—Introduce the person.  Give a strong image of him / her.  Use a catchy image or phrase the person is known to say or do.

 

Paragraph 2-subtopic 1;

 

Paragraph 3-subtopic 2; 

 

Paragraph 4-subtopic 3;

 

Paragraph 5-conclusion; use synonyms to recap the reason(s) what you learned about the person you interviewed.

 

Subtopic         1. ______________________________

 Supporting Details

1.   _______________________

2.   _______________________

3.    _______________________

 

Subtopic         2.  ______________________________

Supporting Details

1.         ________________________

2.         ________________________

3.         ________________________

 

Subtopic         3. ______________________________       

Supporting Details

1.         ________________________

2.         ________________________

3.         ________________________

Biographical Sketch

Directions:

1.  Ask as many or all the question given. 
2. You may also ask follow up questions to give you clarity.
3. Do not ask questions that required only “Yes” or “no” answers unless you want the interviewee to clarify something.
4. Once you have the information, write your first draft on notebook paper.  It will be helpful to leave (Skip every other line) blank lines to give you room to add information or make changes to the first draft.
5. You will exchange drafts with your partner the following class period to read the sketch you have written.
6. With permission from your partner, you may add or make necessary changes in order to make the biographical sketch as clear as possible seeing that it is representative of who you are.
7. The second draft will then be ready to be written.  Again you may wish leave blank lines for corrections and changes when you work with other partners to peer edit the biographical sketch.
8. After the peer editing process is complete, you will be ready to write an additional draft.
9. This draft will be shared with the partner you originally interviewed.  If he /she have any suggestions for change they are responsible to make those changes know at that time.
10. Final Copy—You will type the biographical sketch using Times New Roman size 12 font and double spacing.
11. 11.  Cover Sheet

i)        Go down three (3) double spaces Biographical Sketch

ii)      One (1) double space for partner name Robin Hood

iii)    Three (3) double spaces teacher’s name Mary Hawkins

iv)    One (1) double space Name of Class  English 11  (or)   Public Speaking 10

v)      Two (2) double spaces for author’s name  The Merry Men

vi)    One (1) double space for Class Period  First Period

1. Page 1—Begin typing your final draft.  (For the biographical sketch, you must have at least one typed page but no more than two.  If you have more than the requirement, you must edit the biographical in order to fit the requirements as specified in the directions.
2. If you have more than one page, it will be necessary to include your last name and page numbers.  Go to insert. Click on Header and chose the one that is on the far right side of the paper that allows you to include your last name and the page number.

Note:  You should have at least five paragraphs. Paragraph 1 introduces the person.  Paragraphs 2-3-4 will highlight three of the most exciting or important things about the person interviewed. Paragraph 5 will conclude and recap on the exciting aspects of his/her life.

Rubric—This and all written assignments will graded using the West Virginia Rubric from the West Virginia State Department of Education.  You will be given the rubric and are expected to keep it for reference throughout the school year.  If you lose it, it will be your responsibility to go to my website and download another one.

Biographical Sketch

 

“Accept me as I am – only then will we discover each other.”
Federico Fellini (1920-1993), Italian director/screenwriter

 

Telling The Story: Interview the person sitting next to you. Feel free to add or skip any questions that you want. Take turns talking, jot down some notes, and prepare to write a biographical sketch about your partner.  Once you have the information required, you will write a one-page typed, double-spaced biography to introduce your partner to our class.

1. What’s your full name? How do you spell that?
2. Who chose your name? Why?
3. Where were you born? Were you the first child? Second? Fifth?
4. Do you have any older brothers? Sisters? Younger siblings?
5. Where did you grow up? Is that a city, village, or suburb?
6. How would you describe yourself as a child? Why?
7. Can you share some of first impressions of our city/town/suburb?
8. Do you have a favorite color? Number? Season? Why? (Chose 1 of these)
9. What kind of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite singer? Group?
10. What’s your favorite radio station or television channel? Why?
11. Can you recommend any movies to rent or see? Why do you like those films?
12. What do you like to do outside? Why?
13. Where do you walk, hike, jog, or bike on the weekends?
14. What’s your favorite sport? Why?
15. How do you like to spend your free time? What interests you?
16. Do you have a hobby? How long have you enjoyed it?
17. How long have you studied English? Where?
18. Where do you usually speak English? Who do you usually talk with?
19. What’s your best language? Where do you usually speak it? Why?
20. What makes you smile? Where do you feel most comfortable?
21. What are some things that might cause you to frown?
22. How do you express enthusiasm in a word or sound in your native language?
23. Do you have a favorite English word or expression? Why?
24. What are your goals for this year? Why? What’s your plan?
25. How would your friends describe you? What would you add?
26. What are three things that you appreciate about living in West Virginia?

Class Requirements 2011-2012

English / Language Arts 11

Instructor:  Mary Hawkins B110

Email:  mhawkins@access.k12.wv.us

Blog address: hawkinsmaryl.wordpress.com  (l as in listen; not 1 as in one)

Logan High School

Course Work:

• All students are expected to listen and actively participate in all class work.
• Daily assignments will vary according to the content being studied.
• Each class will begin with a POD.  These will be taken up weekly; each POD will be worth 10 points each.  Note:  It has been my observation that PODs are considered not as important by many students; not doing them has a negative impact on grades.

Grades:

• All grades will be posted on Edline.  Each student, parent and/or guardian will have their own password and login information.  Make it a habit to check Edline often.  If a mistake is found or questions arise, my email address is mhawkins@access.k12.wv.us .  I check my messages often and respond accordingly.  Leave a message and your email address.
• Students should keep all graded / returned papers until the grading period ends.  If a mistake is made, that will expedite necessary corrections.

Late Work:

• It is the student’s responsibility to ask for missed assignments.
• Check the agenda for county policy governing make up work.
• Late work coupons may be used to turn in missing work using the following

guidelines.  Use them wisely.

• 1^st, 9 weeks=2 coupons                 Only good for 9 wks. in which issued.
• 2^nd, 9 weeks=1 coupon                  These must be signed by me at the
• 3^rd, 9 weeks=1 coupon                  time you receive them.  If you lose
• 4^th, 9 weeks=1 coupon                   a coupon, you lose it. No reissue.

Check my blog for major assignments and due dates.

Not knowing is not an excuse.

 

 

 

 

 

Class Behavior:

• Be prompt. Once the tardy bell rings and I close the door, you are tardy for class. 
• Be prepared.  Pencils (must be sharpened), paper, and other materials must be ready when you enter the classroom.
• You must bring all materials to class every day.  You will not be excused from class to go to your locker.
• Be quiet and polite.
• Pay attention to class discussions and the selections being read.
• Participate in all class and group activities.
• No hats are to be brought into the classroom. Leave them in the locker.
• Do not touch anything on my desk without my permission.
• No cell phone use is permitted during class.

Consequences

• First Offence-warning and documentation
• Second Offence—Action Plan, parental contact, and detention in the classroom.
• Third offence—Disciplinary referral.

 

Severe Clause

• Profanity, fights, possession of alcohol or tobacco will result in removal from the classroom and action by an administrator.

Grading Policy—check your agenda for the grading scale adopted by Logan County Schools.

Mobile Lab Computer Procedures

• Students are assigned a numbered computer and power cord.
• Use only the computer and power cord to which you are assigned.
• Only use the assigned or appropriate websites directed by the teacher.
• Near the end of class, listen to the teacher’s directions for putting the computers away.
• Place computers back into the cabinet in the correct number slots along with the numbered power cord.
• Immediately inform the teacher of any problems/concerns with any computer.

Class Dismissal

• The bell does not dismiss you, the teacher will dismiss you according to the row in which you are sitting.

Agenda:

• Each student will be given one agenda at the beginning of the school year.  Please read through it; it contains a wealth of information to help students be successful at Logan High School.

Major / Important Assignments:

1.     Junior Research:

• October 17-21, 2011 in the library for research on chosen topic.
• November 7-10, 2011 word processing of research paper, bibliography, and all final materials.
• All materials are due on November 10, 2011.
• There are a lot of students a Logan High School and many assignments must be completed on assigned dates.  Please make every effort to be present and ready to work on the assigned computer task(s).
• The junior research paper will be completed using MLA notation and documentation of sources.
• No late coupons will be accepted for research assignments.  Those dates are set and cannot be changed.

2.     Writing Roadmap dates are TBA

Materials:

• It will be beneficial to you to purchase a flash drive to store all research and typed materials.
• A folder with pockets will enhance organization skills.  English assignments only are to be included in the folder.
• If you want hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, or tissues, you may bring them for the class to use.

 

Keep this document in a safe place for future reference throughout the school year.

 

 

 

Mary Hawkins

Public Speaking

Class Requirements

Course:  Public Speaking

Course Description:  The course is required for all tenth grade students.  It is designed to improve communication skills through reading, writing, speaking, and listening.  Additionally, students will practice skills to improve their Westest scores.

Instructor:  Mary Hawkins B110

Email:  mhawkins@access.k12.wv.us

Blog address: hawkinsmaryl.wordpress.com  (l as in listen; not 1 as in one)

Prerequisite: None

Course Objectives:

• Improve verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Investigate different forms of language such as: jargon, dialect, connotation, denotation, euphemisms, aphorisms, idioms, clichés, etc.
• Recognize and use various figures of speech
• Improve grammar, writing, and reading skills to become more effective communicators
• Practice Westest related questions
• Develop writing skills using the writing process
• Learn and use sentence combining techniques
• Write essays using given criteria (informative, persuasive, descriptive, expository)
• Expand vocabulary
• Compose / write in multiple genres

Evaluations:

• Rubrics, checklists, and criteria sheets to evaluate writing tasks
• Class participation (independently and / or cooperative)
• POD (Problem of the Day)  (10 points / day)

Grade Policy—Check your agenda for the policy adopted by Logan County Schools.

Class Behavior:

• Be prompt.  Once I close the door, you are tardy. 
• Be prepared.  Pencils (must be sharpened), paper, and other material must be ready when you enter classroom. You will not be permitted to go to your locker for needed assignments once class begins.
• Be quiet and polite.
• Pay attention to class discussions.
• Participate in all class activities.
• No hats are to be brought into the classroom.
• Do not touch anything on my desk without permission.
• No cell phones are to be out or used during class.

Agenda:

Write down what we will be doing in class each day in your agenda.  Refer to all policies, rules, and requirements.

Mary Hawkins