Syllabuspacingguide 20152 Ndsemester

Mrs. D.
Jackson English 9 SDHS Pacing Guide/Syllabus

{Activities and lessons are subject to change.}
1/8-1/9
Unit of Study Genre

Short Story
1/12-1/16
Short Story
1/20-1/23
MLK
Holiday
1/26-1/30
Short Story
Week of
2/2-2/6
2/9-2/13
2/16-2/20
2/23-2/27
3/2-3/6
Selections or Texts
Holt Anthology
Holt Anthology
Holt Anthology
Short Story
Non-Fiction &
Research &
News Articles
Non-Fiction &
Research &
News Articles
Non-Fiction &
Research
Non-Fiction &
Research
Non-Fiction &
Research
3/9-3/13
End 3rd Q
3/16-3/20
Poetry
3/23-3/27
Novel
3/30-4/2
SPRING
BREAK
Poetry
4/6-4/10
Novel
4/13-4/17
Drama
4/20-4/24
Drama
4/27-5/1
Drama
Holt Anthology
Read Informational Texts

& Begin Opposing
Viewpoints Paper
& Begin Opposing
Viewpoints Paper
& Begin Opposing
Viewpoints Paper
& Begin Opposing
Viewpoints Paper
Selections from Holt
Anthology
Selections from Holt
Anthology
Night by Ellie Wiesel
Spring Break
Night by Ellie Wiesel &
A Lesson Before Dying
The Tragedy of Romeo
and Juliet
and Juliet
and Juliet
5/4-5/8
DGP Sentence #3
-EOC commonly confused words
DGP Sentence #4
-EOC
Persuasive
devices
bandwagon,
snob appeal, misuse of statistics)
DGP Sentence #5
-EOC opposing views
(i.e.
Composition book, pen, pencil,

textbook
textbook
textbook
textbook
Composition book, pen, pencil, internet
access, highlighter & note cards

DGP Sentence #8
-EOC reliability & credibility
logical fallacy
DGP Sentence #9
-EOC identifying literary elements
DGP Sentence #10
-EOC characteristics of poetry
DGP Sentence #11
-EOC allusions-historical/cultural
Spring Break
Composition book, pen, internet access,

highlighter, printer & flash drive
Composition book, flash drive, pen,

internet access, highlighter & note cards
Textbook, construction paper,

composition book
Textbook, construction paper,
composition book
Textbook, construction paper, glue,
printer, composition book
Spring Break
DGP Sentence #12

-EOC distinguishing critique/summary
DGP Sentence #13
-EOC parallel structure
-EOC elements of drama
DGP Sentence #14
DGP Sentence #15
-EOC cause & effect
English I Practice tests are located at the
listed website. --------------------------------
All Week -EOC schedule
Review Week
Finish reading the play

& review for assessment
of the play.
May 16 SDHS Graduation
Semester Exams
For non-EOC courses
(May 22 - Report Cards)
The following course descriptions are included in the SDHS student handbook.
The English Department curriculum stresses sequential writing, reading, analysis of literature
and vocabulary study.
English 9
This course includes a review of grammar concepts and paragraph and essay development. Students study
vocabulary. Emphasis is on short stories, novels, drama and poetry. Students study The Tragedy of Romeo
and Juliet. Research skills such as note writing and paraphrasing are emphasized. Students write essays
based on a variety of subjects.
Honors English 9
Materials
DGP Sentence #6
-EOC thesis statement main idea
primary & secondary source
DGP Sentence #7
-EOC inferences & conclusions
EOC Testing
5/11-5/15
5/18-5/20
EOC Strategies & Practice

Daily Grammar Lesson
-EOC elements of plot point of view
-DGP booklet & sentences
DGP Sentence #1
-EOC review eight parts of speech
DGP Sentence #2
-EOC sentence structure editing
Composition book & novel

http://www.tn.gov/education/assessment
/samplers.shtml
This course is a college preparatory class. Strong reading and writing skills are required. The course
includes an in-depth research paper combining content from both English and geography. Students will
study poetry, short stories, novels and drama.
Mrs. D. Jackson * English & Honors English 9 * Room 409 * Soddy Daisy High School
Welcome to English 9. In this course you will read and analyze world literature and informational texts that will aid you in
preparing for a career path or a college path. You will also work daily on improving grammar, refining writing skills, and
cultivating communication skills. Additionally, the classroom time will be structured to include mini-lessons, independent
work, turn-and-talk sessions, and mini conferences. This classroom setting will foster great communication skills, and it will
help you to focus on specific areas of weakness.
[Supplies]
1 - Memo Book (or) Small Composition Book (This item is
important and will be used daily.)
(9 x 7 approximately)
(3 Ring Notebook/binder) filled with paper & at least one
subject divider with pockets
*Honors English: Purchase a copy of Tuesdays With Morrie
Pens & Pencils
2 highlighters (any
color)
White-out or Paper
Mate correction tape
USB Flash Drive

(Used Regularly, especially
during the research unit)
Construction Paper
Sanitizing Wipes
(Classroom supply)
Kleenex (Generic tissue is

fine!)
Magic Erasers (Classroom

Supply)
4 x 6 Ruled Note Cards
[Classroom Policies & Procedures]

[Tardies] Tardy 3 times = Detention (Tardy 4 or more times = Saturday School)
[Make-up Work] Make-up work will be allowed and is usually considered on a case-by-case basis, if absences are excused. You are
responsible for obtaining missed assignments and instructions from me. DO NOT interrupt instructional time to ask about missed work.
See me before school, after school, or during advisory period to discuss missed assignments and assessments. You may send email inquires
about assignments, while youre recovering at home, and submit your through an email as well.
[Cell Phones] The policy is posted in classroom. *Confiscation of your phone for the duration of the class period or school day is certain,
if you do not follow the cell phone policy or specific instructions with regard to lessons. Office referrals will follow-up.
[Homework] All homework will be graded. *When novels and short stories are assigned, you are expected to read at home. Always
assume that all of the assigned texts and novels are to be read and reviewed at home.
[Health Passes] You are required to have a written pass from me in order to see the school nurse. Do not come to class late with a health
pass. If the bell rings while you are in her office, excuse yourself and come to class. After you are marked present, youll receive an
updated health pass from me. Follow the procedures, or serve morning detention.
[Hall Pass/Orange Zone] Freshman will use an orange zone pass. If you abuse hall pass privileges, your privileges will be revoked.
[Grades]
Daily grades assignments, vocabulary terms, daily grammar practice quizzes, homework, and essays.
Test grades in-class projects, research paper, journal entries, and literary selections.
EOC exam 25% of the 2nd quarter grade and is the final exam for this course. It will impact your final grade.
[Videos/Movies]
On occasion, a unit of study may be enhanced by viewing selected scenes from a movie. Parental permission to view a video is required.
Review the following list with a parent or guardian and return this sheet with a parents signature.
Title
Rating
Romeo and Juliet

Simon Birch
Freedom Writers
The Odyssey
Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story
PG-13
PG-13
PG-13
PG-13
TV Movie/Not Rated
Unit
Shakespeare/Poetry
Voice/Narration/Journaling
Voice/Narration/Journaling/Holocaust
Homer/Epic/Literary Devices
Biography/Ben Carson
Parent Signature
Print Student Name
Student
Guardian _________________________
________________________________
Signature____________________________
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Mrs. D.

Jackson English 9 SDHS Pacing Guide/Syllabus

Unit of Study Genre

Read Informational Texts

Composition book, pen, pencil,

Composition book, pen, pencil, internet

Composition book, pen, internet access,

Composition book, flash drive, pen,

Textbook, construction paper,

DGP Sentence #12

All Week -EOC schedule

Finish reading the play

May 16 SDHS Graduation

For non-EOC courses

(May 22 - Report Cards)

EOC Strategies & Practice

Composition book & novel

Pens & Pencils

USB Flash Drive

Kleenex (Generic tissue is

Magic Erasers (Classroom

4 x 6 Ruled Note Cards

[Classroom Policies & Procedures]

Romeo and Juliet

Print Student Name

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