This page is for students in Period A, the Film as Literature course.
We meet from 9:17 – 10:43AM on Mondays and 7:29 – 8:19AM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Scroll down to see the Objective, Agenda, Classwork, and Homework for each day.
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Thanks for the Wonderful Memories!~
December 6, 2019
FRIDAY
Today’s Objective: Complete our investigation of the elements behind Biographical sport movies while viewing the hit film, Rudy.
Agenda:
1. Fill out and submit the Rudy movie guide while viewing the film. Consider how the elements of a sports biographical film apply to this movie in particular.
2. Make a mini poster of the ascent into success in the movie, Rudy.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Rudy movie guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Biographical elements PPT
Rudy Movie Questions
Homework: None!
December 4, 2019
WEDNESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue our investigation of the elements behind Biographical sport movies while viewing the hit film, Rudy.
Agenda:
1. Continue viewing the sports biographical film, Rudy.
2. Fill out the Rudy movie guide while viewing the film. Consider how the elements of a sports biographical film apply to this movie in particular.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Biographical elements PPT and Rudy movie guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Biographical elements PPT
Rudy Movie Questions
Homework: None!
December 3, 2019
TUESDAY
No school today due to weather conditions.
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December 2, 2019
MONDAY
No school today due to weather conditions.
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Enjoy your Thanksgiving Break!
I’m thankful for all of you!
November 27, 2019
WEDNESDAY
TODAY IS A 1/2 DAY
Today’s Objective: Continue our investigation of the elements behind Biographical sport movies while viewing the hit film, Rudy.
Agenda:
1. Continue viewing the sports biographical film, Rudy.
2. Fill out the Rudy movie guide while viewing the film. Consider how the elements of a sports biographical film apply to this movie in particular.
3. Time to go! Happy Thanksgiving!~
Classroom Work: Biographical elements PPT and Rudy movie guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Biographical elements PPT
Rudy Movie Questions
Homework: None! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!
November 26, 2019
TUESDAY
Today’s Objective: Begin our investigation of the elements behind Biographical sport movies while viewing the hit film, Rudy.
Agenda:
1. Begin investigating the elements behind biographical movies with our viewing of the film, Rudy. We will review biographical elements with a PowerPoint.
2. Begin viewing the sports biographical film, Rudy.
3. Fill out the Rudy movie guide while viewing the film. Consider how the elements of a sports biographical film apply to this movie in particular.
4. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Biographical elements PPT and Rudy movie guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Biographical elements PPT
Rudy Movie Questions
Homework: None!
November 25, 2019
MONDAY
Today’s Objective: Begin our investigation of the elements behind Biographical sport movies while viewing the hit film, Rudy.
Agenda:
1. Begin investigating the elements behind biographical movies with our viewing of the film, Rudy. We will review biographical elements with a PowerPoint.
2. Begin viewing the sports biographical film, Rudy.
3. Fill out the Rudy movie guide while viewing the film. Consider how the elements of a sports biographical film apply to this movie in particular.
4. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Biographical elements PPT and Rudy movie guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Biographical elements PPT
Rudy Movie Questions
Homework: None!
November 22, 2019
FRIDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue our investigation of the elements behind drama movies while viewing the hit film, Forrest Gump.
Agenda:
1. Finish investigating the elements behind drama movies with our viewing of the film, Forrest Gump.
2. Complete the Forrest Gump movie guide worksheet while viewing the film.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Forrest Gump movie guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Forrest Gump Movie Guide
Homework: None!
November 20, 2019
WEDNESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue our investigation of the elements behind drama movies while viewing the hit film, Forrest Gump.
Agenda:
1. Continue investigating the elements behind drama movies with our viewing of the film, Forrest Gump.
2. Complete the Forrest Gump movie guide worksheet while viewing the film.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Forrest Gump movie guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Forrest Gump Movie Guide
Homework: None!
November 19, 2019
TUESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue our investigation of the elements behind drama movies while viewing the hit film, Forrest Gump.
Agenda:
1. Continue investigating the elements behind drama movies with our viewing of the film, Forrest Gump.
2. Complete the Forrest Gump movie guide worksheet while viewing the film.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Forrest Gump movie guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Forrest Gump Movie Guide
Homework: None!
November 18, 2019
MONDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue investigating the elements behind Horror films and our viewing of Signs.
Agenda:
1. Continue our viewing of Signs. Continue to keep in mind the DISTINCT elements in this different type of horror film: extraterrestrial life.
2. Fill out the Signs Movie Guide while viewing the film.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Signs Movie Guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
DISTINCT Horror Notetaking Guide
Horror Genre Elements PPT
Signs Movie Guide worksheet
Homework: None!
November 15, 2019
FRIDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue investigating the elements behind Horror films and begin our viewing of Signs.
Agenda:
1. Continue working on the The Shining mini-poster project. Analyze one of the DISTINCT elements and be prepared to present your findings.
2. Hand in the The Shining DISTINCT elements worksheet and your mini-posters.
3. Begin our viewing of Signs. Continue to keep in mind the DISTINCT elements in this different type of horror film: extraterrestrial life.
4. Fill out the Signs Movie Guide while viewing the film.
5. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Distinct Notes, The Shining mini-poster project and Signs Movie Guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
DISTINCT Horror Notetaking Guide
Horror Genre Elements PPT
DISTINCT The Shining Worksheet
The Shining Mini Poster Assignment
Signs Movie Guide worksheet
Homework: None!
November 13, 2019
WEDNESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue investigating the elements behind Horror films and our viewing of The Shining and Signs.
Agenda:
1. Keep in mind the Horror Unit Notes, and the DISTINCT Acronym. This will help us identify key elements in the horror films: The Shining and Signs.
2. Finish viewing The Shining with the accompanying worksheet.
3. Upon completion, we will be engaging in The Shining mini poster presentation. This will test your understanding of the DISTINCT elements and how it applies in film.
4. If there’s time, we will begin the final horror movie of this unit, Signs.
5. Time to go!
Classroom Work: The Shining worksheet, mini-poster project assignment and Signs movie guide worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
DISTINCT Horror Notetaking Guide
Horror Genre Elements PPT
DISTINCT The Shining Worksheet
The Shining Mini Poster Assignment
Signs Movie Guide worksheet
Homework: None!
November 12, 2019
TUESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue investigating the elements behind Horror films and our viewing of The Shining.
Agenda:
1. Keep in mind the Horror Unit Notes, and the DISTINCT Acronym. This will help us identify key elements in the horror films: The Shining.
2. Continue viewing The Shining with the accompanying worksheet.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: The Shining worksheet and mini-poster project assignment.
Links to Classroom work:
DISTINCT Horror Notetaking Guide
Horror Genre Elements PPT
DISTINCT The Shining Worksheet
Homework: None!
November 8, 2019
FRIDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue investigating the elements behind Horror films and our viewing of The Shining.
Agenda:
1. Keep in mind the Horror Unit Notes, and the DISTINCT Acronym. This will help us identify key elements in the horror films: The Shining.
2. Continue viewing The Shining with the accompanying worksheet.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: The Shining worksheet and mini-poster project assignment.
Links to Classroom work:
DISTINCT Horror Notetaking Guide
Horror Genre Elements PPT
DISTINCT The Shining Worksheet
Homework: All missing or revised work is due at the end of the day, Friday (11/8). Please consult Aspen x2 in order to determine what is missing or what should be revised.
November 6, 2019
WEDNESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue investigating the elements behind Horror films and begin our viewing of The Shining.
Agenda:
1. If you haven’t already done so, please submit the 47 Meters Down worksheet.
2. Begin working on the 47 Meters Down mini-poster project. Analyze one of the DISTINCT elements and be prepared to present your findings.
3. Keep in mind the Horror Unit Notes, and the DISTINCT Acronym. This will help us identify key elements in the horror films: The Shining.
4. Begin viewing The Shining with the accompanying worksheet.
5. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Distinct Notes, 47 Meters Down worksheet and mini-poster project and The Shining worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
DISTINCT Horror Notetaking Guide
Horror Genre Elements PPT
DISTINCT 47 Meters Down Worksheet
47 Meters Down Poster Presentation
DISTINCT The Shining Worksheet
Homework: None!
November 5, 2019
NO SCHOOL TODAY, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
November 4, 2019
MONDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue investigating the elements behind Horror films and begin our viewing of The Shining.
Agenda:
1. If you haven’t already done so, please submit the 47 Meters Down worksheet.
2. Begin working on the 47 Meters Down mini-poster project. Analyze one of the DISTINCT elements and be prepared to present your findings.
3. Keep in mind the Horror Unit Notes, and the DISTINCT Acronym. This will help us identify key elements in the horror films: The Shining.
4. Begin viewing The Shining with the accompanying worksheet.
5. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Distinct Notes, 47 Meters Down worksheet and mini-poster project and The Shining worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
DISTINCT Horror Notetaking Guide
Horror Genre Elements PPT
DISTINCT 47 Meters Down Worksheet
47 Meters Down Poster Presentation
DISTINCT The Shining Worksheet
Homework: None!
October 30, 2019
WEDNESDAY
Please meet in room C123.
Today’s Objective: Finish analyzing the mentality and desire to be a part of mob families. Begin investigating the elements behind Horror films and our viewing of 47 Meters Down.
Agenda:
1. Today we will be meeting in room C123. If you haven’t already, please submit The Godfather Quote Log for grading.
2. We will then continue The Godfather Mini-poster project, addressing major themes introduced in the film and how certain scenes fall within those general categories.
3. We will then transition to our Horror movie unit. We will review the Horror Unit Notes, and the DISTINCT Acronym. This will help us identify key elements in the horror films: The Shining and 47 Meters Down.
4. Finally, we will begin viewing 47 Meters Down with the accompanying worksheet.
5. Time to go!
Classroom Work: The Godfather Mini-Poster worksheet and Distinct Notes and 47 Meters Down worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
The Godfather Mini-Poster Project
DISTINCT Horror Notetaking Guide
Horror Genre Elements PPT
DISTINCT 47 Meters Down Worksheet
Homework: None!
October 29, 2019
TUESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue analyzing the mentality and desire to be a part of mob families, a leader in a mob and why mob crimes are committed.
Agenda:
1. Finish our viewing of the Godfather, with the accompanying Quote Log worksheet.
2. Continue to take note of when specific phrases are said throughout the film. Take note of their meaning, in context to the plot and setting.
3. Begin The Godfather Mini-poster project, addressing major themes introduced in the film.
4. Time to go!
Classroom Work: The Godfather Character Log worksheet, and Quote Log worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Godfather Anticipation Guide
Godfather Character Log worksheet
Godfather Quote Log worksheet
Homework: None!
October 28, 2019
MONDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue analyzing the mentality and desire to be a part of mob families, a leader in a mob and why mob crimes are committed.
Agenda:
1. Continue our viewing of the Godfather, with the accompanying Quote Log worksheet.
2. Continue to take note of when specific phrases are said throughout the film. Take note of their meaning, in context to the plot and setting.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: The Godfather Character Log worksheet, and Quote Log worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Godfather Anticipation Guide
Godfather Character Log worksheet
Godfather Quote Log worksheet
Homework: None!
October 25, 2019
FRIDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue analyzing the mentality and desire to be a part of mob families, a leader in a mob and why mob crimes are committed.
Agenda:
1. Continue our viewing of the Godfather, with the accompanying Quote Log worksheet.
2. Continue to take note of when specific phrases are said throughout the film. Take note of their meaning, in context to the plot and setting.
3. Time to go!
Classroom Work: The Godfather Character Log worksheet, and Quote Log worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Godfather Anticipation Guide
Godfather Character Log worksheet
Godfather Quote Log worksheet
Homework: None!
October 23, 2019
WEDNESDAY
Today’s Objective: Begin analyzing the mentality and desire to be a part of mob families, a leader in a mob and why mob crimes are committed.
Agenda:
1. Transition to our next film by completing The Godfather Anticipation Guide. Consider how you define “family” and what characteristics make a good leader.
2. Distribute Character Log worksheet. This will help you differentiate between characters within this film.
3. Begin our viewing of the Godfather, with the accompanying Quote Log worksheet. Take note of when specific phrases are said throughout the film. Take note of their meaning, in context to the plot and setting.
4. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Chicago (2002) Mini Poster and Quiz, Godfather Anticipation Guide, Character Log worksheet, and Quote Log worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Godfather Anticipation Guide
Godfather Character Log worksheet
Godfather Quote Log worksheet
Homework: None!
October 22, 2019
TUESDAY
Today’s Objective: Begin analyzing the mentality and desire to be a part of mob families, a leader in a mob and why mob crimes are committed.
Agenda:
1. Take the Chicago (2002) Quiz.
2. Transition to our next film by completing The Godfather Anticipation Guide. Consider how you define “family” and what characteristics make a good leader.
3. Distribute Character Log worksheet. This will help you differentiate between characters within this film.
4. Begin our viewing of the Godfather, with the accompanying Quote Log worksheet. Take note of when specific phrases are said throughout the film. Take note of their meaning, in context to the plot and setting.
5. Time to go!
Classroom Work: Chicago (2002) Mini Poster and Quiz, Godfather Anticipation Guide, Character Log worksheet, and Quote Log worksheet.
Links to Classroom work:
Godfather Anticipation Guide
Godfather Character Log worksheet
Godfather Quote Log worksheet
Homework: None!
October 21, 2019
MONDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue analyzing mis-en-scene elements in the musical, Chicago (2002).
Agenda:
1. Continue our viewing of the musical Chicago (2002). Fill out the Mis-En-Scene Elements chart throughout the film. Particular songs are included on this chart.
2. Upon completion of the musical, we will be engaging in another mini-poster assignment and taking a quiz.
3. Time to go!
Classroom work: Handouts for the musical, Chicago (2002).
Links to Classroom work:
Chicago (2002) Chart Handout
Chicago (2002) Mini-Poster
Homework: None!
October 18, 2019
FRIDAY
Today’s Objective: Begin analyzing mis-en-scene elements in the musical, Chicago (2002).
Agenda:
1. Finish filling out the packet for the Into the Woods film.
2. Submit Into the Woods packet by the end of this period. Any late submissions will not be accepted.
3. Begin our viewing of the musical Chicago (2002). Fill out the Mis-En-Scene Elements chart throughout the film. Particular songs are included on this chart.
4. Upon completion of the musical, we will be engaging in another mini-poster assignment and taking a quiz.
5. Time to go!
Classroom work: Handouts for the musical, Into the Woods and Handouts for the musical, Chicago (2002).
Links to Classroom work:
Into the Woods handouts
Chicago (2002) Chart Handout
Chicago (2002) Mini-Poster
Homework: None!
October 16, 2019
WEDNESDAY, TODAY IS A 1/2 DAY
Today’s Objective: Continue analyzing mis-en-scene elements in the film Into the Woods.
Agenda:
1. Finish our viewing of the musical Into the Woods, keeping mis-en-scene elements in mind.
2. Continue to fill out the packet for the Into the Woods film. This will be the summative assessment for the mis-en-scene elements unit.
3. Submit Into the Woods packet upon completion.
4. Time to go!
Classroom work: Handouts for the musical, Into the Woods.
Links to Classroom work:
Into the Woods handouts
Homework: None!
October 15, 2019
TUESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue analyzing mis-en-scene elements in the film Into the Woods.
Agenda:
1. Continue our viewing of the musical Into the Woods, keeping mis-en-scene elements in mind.
2. Continue to fill out the packet for the Into the Woods film. This will be the summative assessment for the mis-en-scene elements unit.
3. Time to go!
Classroom work: Handouts for the musical, Into the Woods.
Links to Classroom work:
Into the Woods handouts
Homework: None!
October 11, 2019
FRIDAY
Today’s Objective: Begin analyzing mis-en-scene elements in the film Into the Woods.
Agenda:
1. If you haven’t already, please submit the Big Fish handout.
2. Distribute Into the Woods packets in preparation for our viewing of this musical.
3. Begin our viewing of the musical Into the Woods, keeping mis-en-scene elements in mind.
4. Time to go!
Classroom work: Handout for the film, Big Fish, Handouts for the musical, Into the Woods.
Links to Classroom work:
Big Fish Handout
Into the Woods handouts
Homework: None!
October 9, 2019
WEDNESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue analyzing mis-en-scene elements in the film Big Fish.
Agenda:
1. Finish watching Big Fish and follow along with the handout provided.
2. Submit handout upon the conclusion of the film.
3. Distribute Into the Woods packet.
4. If there’s time, begin our viewing of the musical Into the Woods, keeping mis-en-scene elements in mind.
5. Time to go!
Classroom work: Handout for the film, Big Fish, Handouts for the musical, Into the Woods.
Links to Classroom work:
Big Fish Handout
Into the Woods handouts
Homework: None!
October 8, 2019
TUESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue analyzing mis-en-scene elements in the film Big Fish.
Agenda:
1. Submit five-paragraph Essay on Edward Scissorhands if you haven’t already. Anything submitted after this period will not be accepted.
2. Continue watching Big Fish and follow along with the handout provided.
3. Time to go!
Classroom work: Handout for the film, Big Fish.
Links to Classroom work:
Big Fish Handout
Homework: None!
October 7, 2019
MONDAY
Today’s Objective: Finish our assessment of the mis-en-scene elements implemented within the film, Edward Scissorhands and begin a new film, analyzing mis-en-scene elements in Big Fish.
Agenda:
1. Pull out Writing prompt and your mis-en-scene Notetaking Guide.
2. Finish writing your five-paragraph essay on the subject, while following the prompt’s instructions.
3. Submit your five paragraph essay for grading.
4. Begin watching Big Fish and follow along with the handout provided.
5. Time to go!
Classroom work: Mis-en-Scene Elements worksheet, Edward Scissorhands prompt worksheet and handout for the film, Big Fish.
Links to Classroom work:
Mis-en-scene Notetaking Guide
Edward Scissorhands Writing Assignment
Big Fish Handout
Homework: None!
October 4, 2019
FRIDAY
Today’s Objective: Begin/Continue our assessment of the mis-en-scene elements implemented within the film, Edward Scissorhands, by writing a five-paragraph essay.
Agenda:
1. Pull out Writing prompt and your mis-en-scene Notetaking Guide.
2. Briefly re-review The New York Times movie review about Edward Scissorhands.
3. Get into groups of no more than 3 and begin to pick apart the film; what instances can you cite that portray mis-en-scene elements?
4. Begin writing your five-paragraph essay on the subject, while following the prompt’s instructions.
5. Time to go!
Classroom work: Mis-en-Scene Elements worksheet, Edward Scissorhands prompt worksheet and movie review from the New York Times.
Links to Classroom work:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1adrOOUxJGhvlzHx_wm715_st4ThzT_jZJ9gupPqSAxo
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rqaVFlHrmA9Epl5D69qwuOaLfqolQKa1mXnugOKrATc
Deadline: The 5 paragraph essay will be due Monday, 10/7.
October 2, 2019
WEDNESDAY
Today’s Objective: Finish watching Edward Scissorhands and begin an assessment analyzing the mis-en-scene elements implemented within the film.
Agenda:
1. Watch the rest of Edward Scissorhands with Mis-en-Scene Elements in mind.
2. Review the writing prompt assigned for this film. It is a five paragraph essay, asking you to analyze mis-en-scene elements found in the viewing of our film, Edward Scissorhands.
3. Project the movie review of Edward Scissorhands on the SMART Board and read it together as a class. Are there any mis-en-scene elements mentioned in this review?
4. Begin writing based on what you have observed watching the film, from reading the movie review from The New York Times and from what we have learned about mis-en-scene this past week.
5. Time to go!
Classroom work: Mis-en-Scene Elements worksheet, Edward Scissorhands prompt worksheet and movie review from the New York Times.
Links to Classroom work:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1adrOOUxJGhvlzHx_wm715_st4ThzT_jZJ9gupPqSAxo
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rqaVFlHrmA9Epl5D69qwuOaLfqolQKa1mXnugOKrATc
Homework: None!
October 1, 2019
TUESDAY
Today’s Objective: Continue watching Edward Scissorhands with Mis-en-Scene elements in mind.
Agenda:
1. Distribute the Mis-en-scene Elements Notetaking Guide and the Edward Scissorhands Writing Assignment prompt.
2. Re-review Mis-en-Scene with the Notetaking Guide and discuss the Writing Assignment that accompanies the film.
3. Watch the rest of Edward Scissorhands with Mis-en-Scene Elements in mind.
4. Project the movie review of Edward Scissorhands on the SMART Board and read it together as a class. Are there any mis-en-scene elements mentioned in this review?
5. If there’s time, begin the writing composition about the film.
6. Time to go!
Classroom work: Mis-en-Scene Elements worksheet, Edward Scissorhands prompt worksheet and movie review from the New York Times.
Links to Classroom work:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1adrOOUxJGhvlzHx_wm715_st4ThzT_jZJ9gupPqSAxo
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rqaVFlHrmA9Epl5D69qwuOaLfqolQKa1mXnugOKrATc
Homework: None!
September 30, 2019
MONDAY
Welcome to class!
Today’s Objective: Become acquainted with one another, discuss classroom routines and rituals, expectations, review Mis-en-Scene elements and begin watching Edward Scissorhands.
Agenda:
1. Welcome! I will be distributing a letter you can share with your folks, introducing myself as your teacher and how they can go about contacting me.
2. Talk about classroom routines and expectations. Also show y’all this really handsome website.
3. Discuss Mis-en-scene: what it is, its significance in film and what we are looking to analyze in our viewing of the film, Edward Scissorhands.
4. Begin the film Edward Scissorhands and take note of lighting, color usage in scenes, costume/makeup and facial expressions on characters. This will all be helpful for your writing assignment.
5. Time to go!
Classroom work: Welcome Letter, Classroom ritual and expectations review, Edward Scissorhands prompt worksheet.
Links to Classroom Materials:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1adrOOUxJGhvlzHx_wm715_st4ThzT_jZJ9gupPqSAxo
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rqaVFlHrmA9Epl5D69qwuOaLfqolQKa1mXnugOKrATc
Homework: None!
Ms. Foley's Classroom 