Learning Obj. (Shay: Y1) Assignments

Open your document from last weeks Speech-to-Text assignment.  Use text-to-speech to listen to the text and check for mistakes.  Use the original article to make sure the text is correct.

Choose one of the 3 attached articles.  Open your speech-to-text program.  Using speech-to-text, read the article to your computer.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

We will set up text to speech as a class.  If you are absent, watch the video below.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

Using the Resume instructions and
the Sample Resume
Write your own resume

Finish Chapters 7-19 on your own and complete the study guide.  

As we read; either together, or individually (alone):
Review the questions you have already answered to remind yourself what we have read so far.
Read over the remaining (the last few) questions, so you know what you are reading for today.
Set a timer and stop every 3 minutes to answer comprehension questions in the Hobbit Study Guide.
Do you have questions you were unable to answer? If so, how can you find the answers?

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

You can use the example as a template, delete the information in the template and replace it with your information and pictures. Feel free to play with the fonts, zie, color, etc.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  
Focus on reading the questions BEFORE you read the article.  This helps some people find the information as they read. 

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

As we read; either together, or individually (alone):
Review the questions you have already answered to remind yourself what we have read so far.
Read over the remaining (the last few) questions, so you know what you are reading for today.
Set a timer and stop every 3 minutes to answer comprehension questions in the Hobbit Study Guide.
Do you have questions you were unable to answer? If so, how can you find the answers?

Read each passage, or have your computer read it using Kami or Natural Reader.  Think about what the main idea is, use this to help you paraphrase the text.

Read each paragraph, and then rewrite the paragraph in your own words. Complete the worksheet in Kami and then submit your finished page.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

As we read; either together, or individually (alone):
Review the questions you have already answered to remind yourself what we have read so far.
Read over the remaining (the last few) questions, so you know what you are reading for today.
Set a timer and stop every 3 minutes to answer comprehension questions in the Hobbit Study Guide.
Do you have questions you were unable to answer? If so, how can you find the answers?

Keep working on your budget projects.  All materials are posted in S2 WEEK 5 Budget Proget.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

As we read; either together, or as a group, stop and take 5 minutes to answer comprehension questions on every reading day.
Today we will be starting the book. If you are home, complete the kahoort on your own so that you become familiar with the characters.

As we read; either together, or individually (alone):
Review the questions you have already answered to remind yourself what we have read so far.
Read over the remaining (the last few) questions, so you know what you are reading for today.
Set a timer and stop every 3 minutes to answer comprehension questions in the Hobbit Study Guide.
Do you have questions you were unable to answer? If so, how can you find the answers?

Look over the Paraphrasing Slides, then complete the paraphrasing worksheet in Kami.

Choose 1 question from below.  If you are not reading The Hobbit with us, #8 is probably the best choice.   Respond with a full paragraph that includes an introductory, conclusion, and 3 supporting sentences.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

As we read; either together, or individually (alone):
Review the questions you have already answered to remind yourself what we have read so far.
Read over the remaining (the last few) questions, so you know what you are reading for today.
Set a timer and stop every 5 minutes to answer comprehension questions in the Hobbit Study Guide.
Do you have questions you were unable to answer? If so, how can you find the answers?

Read over the questions for chapter 1.  You should have 1-3 filled in.  
Next, using Learning Ally, have pages 11-20 read to you.  
When you get to page 20, look over your questions and fill in what you can.  
Fill in your questions using Kami.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.


NEW: upload an image of your Grade Sheet from StudentVue if you have any classes with D's or F's.  Upload an image of each class.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  
Focus on reading the questions BEFORE you read the article.  This helps some people find the information as they read. 

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZEmFSP3Z0I&ab_channel=mathantics

Complete at least 10 correct addition and 10 correct subtraction.  Use the tools available; a piece of scratch paper, calculators, and the cheat sheet, review the video if you need to.  

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.

Complete the following addition, subtraction., multiplication, division, and word problem sheets using Kami.

Today, we are going to complete a 20 question questionnaire about how you learn information.   Then we will discuss study strategies that match each learning style.  
Your job is too:
1. Go to the web link below.
2. Complete the questionnaire.
3. Take a screenshot of your results.
4. Upload them here, this way we have a record of it, so you don't have to do the questionnaire again.
5.  When everyone is finished, I will ask you what your learning style is and we talk about study strategies that will be a good match for you.  Take notes in the Google Doc below. 
6. Make sure you have submitted everything by the end of class.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  
Focus on reading the questions BEFORE you read the article.  This helps some people find the information as they read. 

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

Turn the run on sentence into 2 sentences
OR
Use a conjunction to make them one complex sentence

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  
Focus on reading the questions BEFORE you read the article.  This helps some people find the information as they read. 

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

It's the final push to the end of Semester 1!  To make sure you are on track to pass all of your classes and earn your credits for graduation, we're going to organize all of your work today.  So today, as you do your Grade Check also do the following:

Write down or print missing work
Write down or print work that is below 60%
Organize your folders
Write down due dates on your assignments in your folders
If you have a lot of missing work as well as upcoming work you should prioritize based on tests/quiz, project, summative, practice points.  Thia is good to do at any times, but very important if you are trying to catch up in a short time frame. 
Think about upcoming quizzes/tests and write down the dates
Use a calendar, or at least write the dates and put the papers in order
If you have a long list of dates, you may want to mark or highlight important dates

Open the PDF in Kami. Make corrections using the draw tool, or retype the sentences using text boxes.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

We will be finishing the Q2 Essay today. You'll be working on your conclusion paragraph.  Remember, this paragraph should include:
Restate your thesis
Restate your main points
End it with something exciting or entertaining
Don't forget punctuation, grammar, spell check

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

Practice finding the Easiest Common Denominator on this worksheet. If you need a review, watch the attached video. 

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

*This week, find 2 words in your reading that you don't know, or are unsure of.  
*Include the word and the definition in one of the short answer blanks.  
*You still need to complete the short answer question.

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

Today we will begin our Q2 essay. 
We will start our introductory paragraphs this week, focusing on the introductory sentence.  Your Introductory paragraph needs to be  at least 4 sentences and should include a sentence that introduces you main idea. 



For your essay, you can choose from the following topics;
Your favorite book, movie, tv show, etc. 
A favorite vacation
A piece of creative writing ( a short story)

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

Open the attached PDF with Kami.  You will use Kami to fill out and turn in the attached form.  


There is a video attached if you have not used Kami before.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

This week we are learning all about the laws that can support and protect you in the world of work and at college. Remember, when we say college, we are talking about any school beyond high school. This is also called post-secondary education. This can be anything from a 3-month certification to a 4-year degree.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.

Watch the video below, then complete the Google Form.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.

It is important for students to begin to learn about the IEP process. As they begin working, going to post-secondary programs, you will need to be able to ask for help, and to understand what laws protect you when you need extra help. Open the Google Form below, watch the linked videos and answer the questions.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

GOAL: Be able to identify common and proper nouns to improve grammar in written language.


POINTS: 10 


Complete the attached Google Form.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

GOAL: Be able to identify common and proper nouns to improve grammar in written language.


POINTS: 10 


Watch the video, then complete the attached Google Form.

Goal: To look at your CURRENT interests.  We will do this each year, so if you did this last year, yes, you need to do it again.  


Points: 20 


*Go to the first site below and create a free account (see image). We will be using this website throughout the year. This will allow your results to be saved and access them later on.

**Go to the 2nd link and go into the Interest Profiler. Answer the questions; if you are having trouble reading the questions, use the Natural Reader extension OR join a Zoom with Shay or Adams to get help.

**A LOT OF STUDENTS ARE BEING CONFUSED BY WHAT TO SUBMIT. THE RESULTS WILL SHOW YOU A SUMMARY AND A LIST OF INTEREST AREAS. WE NEED THE CAREERS. TO GET TO THE CAREERS, GO TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SUMMARY PAGE. CLICK VIEW OCCUPATIONS. NOW YOU SHOULD SEE A PAGE THAT LISTS THE CAREERS THAT FIT YOUR INTERESTS. TAKE A SCREEN SHOT THAT SHOWS AT LEAST THE FIRST 5 CAREERS. (see screenshots of examples below showing the difference between the interest areas and the career list.)

To have it read to you, use Natural Reader. The directions for Natural Reader are on the Study Skills; Classwork page at the bottom under Assistive Technology

**When you are done, take a screenshot of your results and submit the screenshot through Google Classroom.

GOAL: Try to write a solid paragraph.  This paragraph will let me know how much help you need with writing.  If you do not do your best, you may find yourself with writing assignments you don't need.  Showing me what you can do on your own is important. 


POINTS: 10


Write 1 paragraph, at least 4 full sentences, telling me about either your: 
summer
pet
favorite book. tv, show, or movie
There is an outline form below, if you want it printed, let me know.  If you use speech-to-text, you can use it for this too. 


Pay attention to:
* Staying on topic
* Punctuation
* Spell check
* Details

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  

If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

Goal: Create a way to organize your work.
Points: 10


1. Create a folder 📂 in Google Classroom for EVERY class OR, have a physical older for each subject.
2. Label the folder with the name of the class.
3. Take a screenshot 📸 of your Google Drive showing all of your new folders and submit it through Google Classroom OR, show me the physical folders.

As you get assignments in classes, you will use these folders to keep your work organized. Sometimes, I will announce that we are having a binder checks and clean-outs. This will include looking at your digital papers as well.

An example One-Page Profile from Mrs. Shay is posted for you to look at and help you get ideas.

Your job is to find pictures, either ones that you have taken or images from online, and place them into the profile to show us your interests, strengths, areas you need help, etc.


If you have done this before, yes, you need to do it again.  Interests and experiences change quickly for teenagers.  I want to have the most up to date information for your IEP's.

GOAL:  Participate in regular reading to practice reading strategies and increase reading level.  The more you read, the better you will get at it.  


POINTS: 10 points for each assigned reading.


If you have been assigned reading for the week. Follow the ReadWorks link below. When you login, the site will automatically take you to your assigned reading.

If this is your first time logging into ReadWorks.
* Follow the link below.
* Choose: Login with Google
* Enter the login code below if asked for it.
* Let Mrs. Shay know if you get stuck

You can use the login code: VNXTXR OR sign in using your school Google account (recommended).

Remember to check your grades in StudentVue each week, then fill out this form.