How to Study for AP English Language

1. First, relax.  You have done a pile of work this year to prepare for this exam.  You are prepared.  You could take the test right now and do well!
2. Next, review your summer homework and all of your notes.  Organize your handouts. 
3. Review the books you have read this year.  Look at the work you have completed.
4. Language of Composition:  Re-read chapters 1, 2, 3, 4 -- and especially look at vocabulary, but don't spend too much time memorizing WORDS.  Understand CONCEPTS.
5. Here are some tips from US News and World Report Education.  Bottom line:  clarity and directness.
6. IN PROGRESS.  BACK LATER.

AF: Why We Procrastinate

Kids! Check this out!

When Satire Cuts Both Ways

Oh goodness, this is inspiring me.

The Posse Scholarship

Dear Juniors,

Please watch this 8-minute video about a unique scholarship opportunity, and see if you think you'd be a good match.  If you'd like me to nominate you, please let me know by emailing me 2 sentences on why you'd like to be considered.  This email came to all junior teachers from Mr. Garcia in the high school office.  He says we can nominate 10-15 students schoolwide.

Middle Class?

Even though we're done with our economy essays, I thought this was pretty interesting. This article on the American "middle class" is pretty cool and spot on...


http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/11/business/economy/middle-class-but-feeling-economically-insecure.html?smid=tw-nytimes&_r=0

AF: A New and Helpful Document

I hope you find this helpful >>>  Look over to the right where it says "Important Links," and at the top of the list it says, "Semester 2 Notebook Work".  Somebody remind me, please, to keep this updated -- it's a very good idea.

A baby squirrel!  

Please don't tell Hank I am sharing photos of squirrels with you.  

I'm not sure he'd like it. It is hardwired into his pea brain that 

he must catch a squirrel, and he will stop at nothing to get one.

AF: Bookreview Revision Workshop

Here is the document we were working with in class today.  Several of you asked for a copy.

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Puppies!