Spring Break Enrichment
In lieu of community service, you have the opportunity to do a variety of assignments over break that will allow you to gain community service/ extra credit “hours”. You have two main options.
Books:
Each book read and assignment completed will count for three hours. The book must be something that you have not already read. It must also come from this list. In addition to reading the book, you must complete the written assignment and submit it to turnitin.com by the deadline.
In Dubious Battle- John Steinbeck
Farewell to Manzanar- Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston & James D. Houston
A Raisin in the Sun- Lorraine Hansberry
The Catcher in the Rye- J.D. Salinger
Invisible Man- Ralph Ellison
Tortilla Curtain-T.C. Boyle
Rain of Gold- Victor Villasenor
Sunrise Over Fallujah- Walter Dean Myers
Movies:
Each movie watched and assignment completed will count for one hour. The movie must come from this list. In addition to watching the movie, you must complete the written assignment and submit it to turnitin.com by the deadline. If the movie is rated anything over PG, you must have your parent sign the release form.
Pleasantville (PG-13)
Saving Private Ryan (R)
Mona Lisa Smile (PG-13)
Dead Poets Society (PG)
When Trumpets Fade (R)
Casualties of War (R)
Good Morning Vietnam (R)
War Games (PG)
Inconvenient Truth (PG)
Mississippi Burning (R)
Dr. Strangelove (PG)
White Man’s Burden (R)
Hairspray (2007- PG)
Parent Permission:
I give permission for my child ___________________ to view the following movie(s) for the Spring Break Enrichment assignment.
Movies:
________________________________ ____________________________ __________
Parent Name Parent Signature Date
Written Assignment
In essay format (Must have an intro, thesis, conclusion, multiple paragraphs,etc.), you must:
Explain the argument of the movie or book
Provide specific evidence from the movie or book that shows the argument
Explain the aim of the movie or book
Provide specific evidence from the movie or book that shows the argument
Explain the historical context of the movie or book
Provide specific evidence from the movie or book that shows the historical context
All assignments must be submitted to www.turnitin.com by midnight on April 19th. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!
If you do multiple assignments, each one must be submitted to a separate assignment on turnitin.com. Ex. Spring Break Enrichment #1, Spring Break Enrichment #2, etc.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Upcoming Events from I Love a Clean San Diego
CREEK TO BAY CLEANUP
Saturday April 25th from 9AM - 12noon
Location: Over 60 sites countywide
Sign up today for the 7th Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup with I Love A Clean San Diego! Volunteers will span out across roughly 60 coastal and inland cleanup sites on Saturday, April 25th to make a big difference for the environment and the community countywide. All supplies are provided, and volunteers will receive commemorative event reusable water bottles. Scouts can earn patches for all of their hard work volunteering. Visit the event website at www.creektobay.org for more information and to register at the site of your choice.
Call or email Natalie Roberts at 619-291-0103 ext. 3014 or nroberts@cleansd.org if you have questions regarding the event or if you would like to register a large group.
UPCOMING EVENTS
San Diego Science Festival
Saturday, April 4th from 10AM - 4PM
Location: Balboa Park
Join in at Balboa Park for over 500 hands-on activities perfect for the whole family. Many popular museums will offer complimentary admission that day. Don't forget to stop by I Love A Clean San Diego's booth!
Gardening to Save, Conserve, and Harvest Rain Water Class
Tuesday, April 7 from 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park
With out a doubt, water is our most valuable resource and it's high time we treat it with the reverence it deserves. Examine the myriad ways people distribute (irrigation) and conserve (mulching) imported water. Study in detail methods used for eons by early cultures in harvesting rain water. Learn why the best place to store water is in the ground. The museum is also giving away low-flow shower heads and water-saving gardening tip pamphlets to all participants!
The San Diego Natural History Museum offers a water-conservation gardening series including classes on rainwater harvesting and water wise plants. Visit http://tickets.sdnhm.org or (619) 255-0203 to register or for more information.
San Diego EarthFair
Sunday, April 19th from 10AM - 5PM
Location: Balboa Park
ILACSD is happy to once again be a part of one of the largest environmental fairs nationwide. San Diego's EarthFair features more than 200 exhibitors, special themed areas, a Food Pavilion, a special Kids' Activity Area, five entertainment venues, the Children's Earth Parade and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Parade and Show. We hope to see you there celebrating Earth Day!
San Diego River Days Cleanup and Graffiti Paint Out Event
Saturday May 9th, 10AM - 12noon
Location: The portion of the San Diego River that runs beneath Pacific Highway. Registration will be set up at the trail access in front of the storage facility at 4800 Pacific Highway, San Diego, 92110. Parking is available along Pacific Highway before you reach Rosecrans St.
Volunteer with ILACSD to cleanup trash and paint out graffiti along the San Diego River. Trash and graffiti blight the portion of the river running beneath Pacific Highway and freeway overpasses, visible in several directions. Join us and San Diego River Park Foundation for this year's River Days event! Visit our website, www.cleansd.org or contact Natalie Roberts at 619-291-0103 ext. 3014 or nroberts@cleansd.org if you would like to participate.
Water Wise and Easy-Care Plants for Your Garden Class
Tuesday, May 12 from 6:30–8:30PM
Location: San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park
Concerned about using too much water in your garden? If you are, it's for good reason. Water is such a precious commodity that we all need to think about how to make do with less. But making do doesn't mean giving up, nor does it mean brown and dry. Learn 30 (or more) plants that are water wise, easy to take care of and absolutely beautiful in the garden.
The San Diego Natural History Museum offers a water-conservation gardening series including classes on rainwater harvesting and water wise plants. Visit http://tickets.sdnhm.org or (619) 255-0203 to register or for more information.
Kids' Ocean Day Cleanup
Thursday, June 4th from
Location: Coronado City Beach
Help local students take action for the environment through a cleanup and aerial art formation that sends out a powerful environmental message. ILACSD is seeking volunteers over the age of 18 to help supervise approximately 1,000 students that will be attending this annual event. To sign up as a volunteer, please contact Colleen Dahlem, Education Director, at cdahlem@cleansd.org or 619-291-0103, ext. 3009.
Saturday April 25th from 9AM - 12noon
Location: Over 60 sites countywide
Sign up today for the 7th Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup with I Love A Clean San Diego! Volunteers will span out across roughly 60 coastal and inland cleanup sites on Saturday, April 25th to make a big difference for the environment and the community countywide. All supplies are provided, and volunteers will receive commemorative event reusable water bottles. Scouts can earn patches for all of their hard work volunteering. Visit the event website at www.creektobay.org for more information and to register at the site of your choice.
Call or email Natalie Roberts at 619-291-0103 ext. 3014 or nroberts@cleansd.org if you have questions regarding the event or if you would like to register a large group.
UPCOMING EVENTS
San Diego Science Festival
Saturday, April 4th from 10AM - 4PM
Location: Balboa Park
Join in at Balboa Park for over 500 hands-on activities perfect for the whole family. Many popular museums will offer complimentary admission that day. Don't forget to stop by I Love A Clean San Diego's booth!
Gardening to Save, Conserve, and Harvest Rain Water Class
Tuesday, April 7 from 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park
With out a doubt, water is our most valuable resource and it's high time we treat it with the reverence it deserves. Examine the myriad ways people distribute (irrigation) and conserve (mulching) imported water. Study in detail methods used for eons by early cultures in harvesting rain water. Learn why the best place to store water is in the ground. The museum is also giving away low-flow shower heads and water-saving gardening tip pamphlets to all participants!
The San Diego Natural History Museum offers a water-conservation gardening series including classes on rainwater harvesting and water wise plants. Visit http://tickets.sdnhm.org or (619) 255-0203 to register or for more information.
San Diego EarthFair
Sunday, April 19th from 10AM - 5PM
Location: Balboa Park
ILACSD is happy to once again be a part of one of the largest environmental fairs nationwide. San Diego's EarthFair features more than 200 exhibitors, special themed areas, a Food Pavilion, a special Kids' Activity Area, five entertainment venues, the Children's Earth Parade and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Parade and Show. We hope to see you there celebrating Earth Day!
San Diego River Days Cleanup and Graffiti Paint Out Event
Saturday May 9th, 10AM - 12noon
Location: The portion of the San Diego River that runs beneath Pacific Highway. Registration will be set up at the trail access in front of the storage facility at 4800 Pacific Highway, San Diego, 92110. Parking is available along Pacific Highway before you reach Rosecrans St.
Volunteer with ILACSD to cleanup trash and paint out graffiti along the San Diego River. Trash and graffiti blight the portion of the river running beneath Pacific Highway and freeway overpasses, visible in several directions. Join us and San Diego River Park Foundation for this year's River Days event! Visit our website, www.cleansd.org or contact Natalie Roberts at 619-291-0103 ext. 3014 or nroberts@cleansd.org if you would like to participate.
Water Wise and Easy-Care Plants for Your Garden Class
Tuesday, May 12 from 6:30–8:30PM
Location: San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park
Concerned about using too much water in your garden? If you are, it's for good reason. Water is such a precious commodity that we all need to think about how to make do with less. But making do doesn't mean giving up, nor does it mean brown and dry. Learn 30 (or more) plants that are water wise, easy to take care of and absolutely beautiful in the garden.
The San Diego Natural History Museum offers a water-conservation gardening series including classes on rainwater harvesting and water wise plants. Visit http://tickets.sdnhm.org or (619) 255-0203 to register or for more information.
Kids' Ocean Day Cleanup
Thursday, June 4th from
Location: Coronado City Beach
Help local students take action for the environment through a cleanup and aerial art formation that sends out a powerful environmental message. ILACSD is seeking volunteers over the age of 18 to help supervise approximately 1,000 students that will be attending this annual event. To sign up as a volunteer, please contact Colleen Dahlem, Education Director, at cdahlem@cleansd.org or 619-291-0103, ext. 3009.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
DON'T FORGET TO SUBMIT YOUR MIT TO TURNITIN.COM!!!!!!
Here is the information you need to get started:
Website: turnitin.com
Class ID: 2632668
Enrollment password: orangepride
If you need the directions you can find them here: http://ebackpack.guhsd.net/ssdr89/Sites/assignments/
Website: turnitin.com
Class ID: 2632668
Enrollment password: orangepride
If you need the directions you can find them here: http://ebackpack.guhsd.net/ssdr89/Sites/assignments/
Friday, March 13, 2009
Civil RIghts Speeches Short Answer Prompts
Prompt #1: What is the argument/ main claim? What evidence is given to support the argument?
Prompt #2: What is the aim/purpose? What evidence is given to support the aim?
These should at least have a paragraph each in response.
Prompt #2: What is the aim/purpose? What evidence is given to support the aim?
These should at least have a paragraph each in response.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Scholarships
U.S. NAVY ROTC COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Grades 11, 12
Must be U.S. Citizen.
Qualifying SAT/ACT scores, (SAT: critical reading 530, math 520), (ACT:
English 22, math 21) to expedite your application, release scores
electronically to NROTC code 0656 via collegeboard.com or
actstudent.org
Nursing option available now!
Complete application and details on-line at http://www.navy.com for
more info call 619-279-9099 Petty Officer Cavazos.
Scholarship award is $180,000 (will pay full tuition, books and lab
fees).
CSU - FRESNO: SMITTCAMP FAMILY HONORS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Grade 11
Must have clear demonstration of the intellectual and creative
potential to benefit from honors learning experiences and meeting one or
more of the following criteria; within the upper 10% of your graduating
class, 3.6 GPA in college prep courses or PSAT/SAT of 1200 Math/verbal
or above.
Full scholarships.
Details at http://honors.csufresno.edu
Deadline April 15, 2009.
JUNIOR STATESMEN SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Grades 9, 10, 11
This is an exciting opportunity for student leaders to learn more about
politics and government in a dynamic academic environment. Located on
the campuses of Georgetown, Princeton, Yale, and Stanford.
Leadership and public service, cyberpolitics, international relations
media and politics and the civil rights movement are some of the new
courses for 2009.
Details at www.jsa.org/summer (partial scholarships available).
QUESTBRIDGE COLLEGE PREP SCHOLARSHIP
Grade 11
For juniors who have demonstrated academic excellence despite facing
financial obstacles.
Free of charge!
Full scholarships to college summer programs at Harvard, Notre Dame,
Stanford, and Yale. Individualize college admissions counseling from
QuestBridge.
Invitations to attend QuestBridge College Prep Conferences at locations
including Rice, Stanford and Yale.
Apply on-line at www.questbridge.org
Deadline on March 31, 2009.
ADOPTION CENTER OF SAN DIEGO ESSAY CONTEST
Grades 9,10,11,12
Open to all high school students.
Write an essay of 1,000-1,500 words on the topic: “Why is placing a
child in an open adoption a better decision than parenting for teens
today?”
Award amounts are $1,000 1st place, $500 2nd place, and $350 3rd
place.
Guidelines at http://grossmont.guhsd.net
Deadline is April 30, 2009.
Grades 11, 12
Must be U.S. Citizen.
Qualifying SAT/ACT scores, (SAT: critical reading 530, math 520), (ACT:
English 22, math 21) to expedite your application, release scores
electronically to NROTC code 0656 via collegeboard.com or
actstudent.org
Nursing option available now!
Complete application and details on-line at http://www.navy.com for
more info call 619-279-9099 Petty Officer Cavazos.
Scholarship award is $180,000 (will pay full tuition, books and lab
fees).
CSU - FRESNO: SMITTCAMP FAMILY HONORS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Grade 11
Must have clear demonstration of the intellectual and creative
potential to benefit from honors learning experiences and meeting one or
more of the following criteria; within the upper 10% of your graduating
class, 3.6 GPA in college prep courses or PSAT/SAT of 1200 Math/verbal
or above.
Full scholarships.
Details at http://honors.csufresno.edu
Deadline April 15, 2009.
JUNIOR STATESMEN SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Grades 9, 10, 11
This is an exciting opportunity for student leaders to learn more about
politics and government in a dynamic academic environment. Located on
the campuses of Georgetown, Princeton, Yale, and Stanford.
Leadership and public service, cyberpolitics, international relations
media and politics and the civil rights movement are some of the new
courses for 2009.
Details at www.jsa.org/summer (partial scholarships available).
QUESTBRIDGE COLLEGE PREP SCHOLARSHIP
Grade 11
For juniors who have demonstrated academic excellence despite facing
financial obstacles.
Free of charge!
Full scholarships to college summer programs at Harvard, Notre Dame,
Stanford, and Yale. Individualize college admissions counseling from
QuestBridge.
Invitations to attend QuestBridge College Prep Conferences at locations
including Rice, Stanford and Yale.
Apply on-line at www.questbridge.org
Deadline on March 31, 2009.
ADOPTION CENTER OF SAN DIEGO ESSAY CONTEST
Grades 9,10,11,12
Open to all high school students.
Write an essay of 1,000-1,500 words on the topic: “Why is placing a
child in an open adoption a better decision than parenting for teens
today?”
Award amounts are $1,000 1st place, $500 2nd place, and $350 3rd
place.
Guidelines at http://grossmont.guhsd.net
Deadline is April 30, 2009.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Couseling Info: ATTENTION PARENTS AND STUDENTS
Mrs. Swatniki, the 11th grade counselor came to class today to present information about graduation, planning for next year and planning for college.
COURSE SELECTION CARDS ARE DUE MARCH 10!!!!! DO NOT FORGET!!! If you do not select your classes, they will be selected for you!!
Please refer to the guidance websites for more information. You can also find a few helpful links to websites to the left.
Class of 2010 website: http://class.guhsd.net/index.php?EMP=DD57
General Guidance website: http://valhalla.guhsd.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=123&Itemid=272
COURSE SELECTION CARDS ARE DUE MARCH 10!!!!! DO NOT FORGET!!! If you do not select your classes, they will be selected for you!!
Please refer to the guidance websites for more information. You can also find a few helpful links to websites to the left.
Class of 2010 website: http://class.guhsd.net/index.php?EMP=DD57
General Guidance website: http://valhalla.guhsd.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=123&Itemid=272
Community Service Opportunities
REI Paddle Demo Day & Beach Cleanup
Sunday, March 15th, from 10AM - 2PM
Tidelands Park, Coronado
2020 Mullinix Drive, Coronado 92118
Cleanup, kayak, and canoe with I Love A Clean San Diego (ILACSD) and REI! We hope to see you out there to cleanup the beach and test out kayaks and canoes while enjoying a scenic view of the San Diego skyline. All volunteers will need to sign a waiver to participate, and minors under 18 will need a parent/guardian signature on their waiver. All supplies provided, but please remember your reusable water bottles and sunscreen/hat if it is warm out. Call 619-291-0103 ext. 3014 with questions or to sign up.
7th Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup
Saturday April 25th, 9AM - 12Noon
Over 60 coastal and inland cleanup sites countywide
Registration will begin this week for the 7th Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup! Volunteers are invited to celebrate Earth Month with ILACSD by participating at one of over 60 coastal and inland cleanup sites throughout San Diego County. Visit the event website at www.creektobay.org for more information and to register for a site of your choice. We hope to see you out there this year making a difference for your community at your favorite local beach or park.
Kids' Ocean Day Cleanup
Thursday, June 4th, 7:30AM - 1PM
Coronado City Beach
Isabella Ave and Ocean Blvd, Coronado 92118
I Love A Clean San Diego needs up to 50 volunteers for this event targeting underserved schools in South Bay and inland areas. Volunteers will assist with coordinating a beach cleanup and human art formation that will be photographed from a helicopter above! This event is a great for team-building with co-workers or fun with friends. Volunteers will spread environmental awareness and empowerment by showing students they can make a difference at any age. We ask that volunteers be at least 18 years of age. If you would like your school to participate, or to sign up as a volunteer, please contact Colleen Dahlem, Education Director, at cdahlem@cleansd.org or 619-291-0103, Ext. 3009.
Sunday, March 15th, from 10AM - 2PM
Tidelands Park, Coronado
2020 Mullinix Drive, Coronado 92118
Cleanup, kayak, and canoe with I Love A Clean San Diego (ILACSD) and REI! We hope to see you out there to cleanup the beach and test out kayaks and canoes while enjoying a scenic view of the San Diego skyline. All volunteers will need to sign a waiver to participate, and minors under 18 will need a parent/guardian signature on their waiver. All supplies provided, but please remember your reusable water bottles and sunscreen/hat if it is warm out. Call 619-291-0103 ext. 3014 with questions or to sign up.
7th Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup
Saturday April 25th, 9AM - 12Noon
Over 60 coastal and inland cleanup sites countywide
Registration will begin this week for the 7th Annual Creek to Bay Cleanup! Volunteers are invited to celebrate Earth Month with ILACSD by participating at one of over 60 coastal and inland cleanup sites throughout San Diego County. Visit the event website at www.creektobay.org for more information and to register for a site of your choice. We hope to see you out there this year making a difference for your community at your favorite local beach or park.
Kids' Ocean Day Cleanup
Thursday, June 4th, 7:30AM - 1PM
Coronado City Beach
Isabella Ave and Ocean Blvd, Coronado 92118
I Love A Clean San Diego needs up to 50 volunteers for this event targeting underserved schools in South Bay and inland areas. Volunteers will assist with coordinating a beach cleanup and human art formation that will be photographed from a helicopter above! This event is a great for team-building with co-workers or fun with friends. Volunteers will spread environmental awareness and empowerment by showing students they can make a difference at any age. We ask that volunteers be at least 18 years of age. If you would like your school to participate, or to sign up as a volunteer, please contact Colleen Dahlem, Education Director, at cdahlem@cleansd.org or 619-291-0103, Ext. 3009.
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