Blog Assignment - Nov. 15-23

Should an employer be able to fire an employee for disparaging, insubordinate remarks made on social networking sites like Facebook?  Some people feel that slanderous talk about a company should be relegated to open, non-electronic forums and should not be posted on sites like Facebook.  Read the following article about a woman who is now suing her company stating that her 1st amendments rights were violated by her wrongful termination.  Facebook Firing

Blog Assignment - Nov.1 - Nov.5

We will be reading Lord of the Flies for the next two and a half weeks.  There are several themes that we will be discussing including but not limited to - loss of civilization, innate human evil, and loss of innocence.  What modern-day news events could relate with any of these themes?

Blog Assignment for Oct. 25-29

How do you feel about tattoos in the workplace?  Read the following article posted on CNN about this controversial topic and then comment on the article while weighing in with your own opinion.  In addition to your own blog posting, remember to comment on at least one classmate's blog posting. 

Blog Assignment for Oct. 18-Oct. 22

Welcome Back!  We've gone two weeks without a blog and so much has happened in the world.  At the forefront of world news is the rescue of the Chilean miners.  It's so refreshing to watch news that is positive and isn't in some way connected to tragedy, scandal or horror.  What is your reaction to the rescue?  Did you happen to watch any of it live?  How do you think the miners' lives will change as a result of this event?  I'm curious to know your opinions.   Make sure you are also responding to ONE of your classmate's responses. 

Bonus Blog Assignment for Oct. 4 - Oct. 8

This week's assignment is not required.  However, if you choose to do this blog, you will have 5 points added to your next vocabulary quiz.  In your opinion, what are some POSITIVE changes that could be made at our high school to make it even better than it already is?  Make sure you are being constructive with your suggestions and advice.  Think about academics, extra-curricular activities, relationships between students, relationships between students and teachers/staff, lunch room, class periods, class schedules, etc... Be creative and try to think outside the box.  Maybe you've heard of something at another school that works.  Write it down and together, let's make Cy-Woods like Snapple - "The best stuff just got better."

Class Blog Sept. 27-Oct. 1

Recently, education has been under fire. Click Obama interview with Matt Lauer to read comments from President Obama about education reform.  If you have Adobe Flashplayer 10 you can view the video.  If not, you can scroll down to read the text of the interview.  Make your scholarly comments by Friday of this week.  You must also respond to ONE of your classmate's responses. 

Blog Assignment - September 20-24

What are employers looking for in applicants, especially applicants who are teens?  Read the following article:  Top 10 Qualities Employers are Looking for in Teen Applicants.  What quality do you think is the most important?  Is there a quality that is missing from that list that you think should be added?  Are there any qualities that should be left off?  Explain your answers thoroughly.  Write your response by midnight, Friday, September 24. 

*Remember, to receive full credit for your blog response you must comment on two other classmates' responses and you must end your post with your full name and class period. 

Blog Assignment for Sept. 13-17

What is your reaction to the following August 13 front-page news article in the Houston Chronicle? What do the before and after pictures suggest?  (make sure you click on 1 or 2 at the top left of the picture)
Real-World Life Lessons

Blog Assignment for Sept. 7 - 10 - All Classes Post here

The second week of school is over.  You only have 32 Mondays left for your last year as a high school student!  I hope you've given some thought to our senior poem, "Musee des Beaux Arts," and you are consciously making an effort to not be a bystander in your own life and in others' lives.  It's not only your obligation as seniors, it's our obligation as members of the human race.  I challenge you to be deliberate about the choices you make this year.  I hope they are all positive:-)

For your assignment this week, go to the following link and write a response.  Pick a rule and comment on it or comment on the rules in general.  You will also need to respond to two of your classmates' responses in your post.  MAKE SURE YOU END YOUR POST WITH YOUR FULL NAME AND CLASS PERIOD.  11 Rules

Blog Assignment #2 - All Classes post here - Week of 8/30-9/3

How will you ensure that your legacy as seniors won't be one that is apathetic?  You will also respond to two of your classmates' responses.  I will also respond, so make sure that your responses are school appropriate.

Welcome to English IV

Your first bonus assignment is to do the following:
1.  Write a reaction to your first day of school.  What were your expectations?  How were they met and how were they not met?
2.  Respond to one of your classmates's blog postings.