Period 4 Assignments

Listen to the attached meditation. When you are finished use the attached document to list 10 words that come to mind as you are relaxing and meditating.(feelings, thoughts, etc...) Use a proper heading. Title your paper: Mindfulness

Your Name

My Name

Language Arts

6 June 2020

Follow the instructions for each sentence.
Don't leave ANY words unedited.
No lower case stand alone "i"

#22 Journal Topic

Choose from one of the topics below.
Write using your best grammar and punctuation
5-7 sentences
CORRECT ALL UNDERLINED WORDS!
Proper heading as shown in the attached sample

Topics: (If you have my class twice, you must choose 2 different topics)** DO NOT CHOOSE A TOPIC YOU HAVE WRITTEN ABOUT BEFORE

George Floyd
Protests
Looting
ANTIFA
Black Lives Matter
COVID-19
School
Restaurants
What's Next
Something Good In Your Life
What Makes You Happy
Gaming
Friends
Your Job
Family
Future Plans
Online Learning
Teachers
Struggles
Politics
Choose Your Own
Something You Have Learned

**Hello All! Two more weeks until school is over. Complete any missing assignments and I will give you credit!

Take care,

Mrs. Pietsch

This week is make-up week. Go back and look at session , 10, and 11 and complete any assignments that you did not turn in. I will give you credit for each and every assignment that you turn in. if you have turned in all of your assignments, go back and make corrections on some of the suggestions that I posted for a particular assignment. We only have a couple weeks left and many of you have quite a bit of credit that you could earn. For each assignment that you turn in, I will update AERIES and mark it in my gradebook and you will get credit at the end of this session. There will be new assignments posted next week.

#20 Journal Topic

Choose from one of the topics below.
Write using your best grammar and punctuation
5-7 sentences
Proper heading as shown in the attached sample

Topics: (If you have my class twice, you must choose 2 different topics)

COVID-19
Something Good In Your Life
What Makes You Happy
Gaming
Friends
Your Job
Family
Future Plans
Online Learning
Teachers
Struggles
Politics
Choose Your Own
Something You Have Learned

**Hello All! I miss you and can't wait until everything goes back to normal! Will that ever happen! I hope so...
Please make sure to complete all work-even if it's past due! I'll take any and all work from now until the end of the year. Just pick an assignment you haven't completed and turn it in! You can do it and I can help if you need me to!

Take care,

Mrs. Pietsch

Please correct the sentences on the attached document. Double Ups-this is different from the one assigned in Periods 1 and 2. You must do both if you have my class twice.

Make sure you do Monday's assignment first. Listen to the podcast story a 2nd time. This time you will need to have a pencil and paper. As you listen, write down words from the images that you visualize while listening. For example, Jule talks about going to jail and sitting in the chapel on a wooden pew(bench). So some words you could write down are: jail, chapel, bench...

Once you have finished listening to the podcast and you have a page full of words from the images his story brings to your mind, you will need to create your google drawing like the sample one I attached below. The sample is from last week's meditative story. Your project will be created after listening to "Changing the soundtrack of our lives, by Jule Hall.

1. Listen to podcast while writing down words that you visualize
2. Look at my sample based on last week's meditative story (Shea Hembrey, Trust the world to show its goodness)
3. Read directions on the attached drawing
4. Begin your own project on the attached Google Drawing. Your pictures are from today's story.
5. Be creative, add your own color if you want to, and make sure you have 9 pictures!

This is a 30 minute activity. It will build through the week, so you can't skip this step. Listen to the attached podcast one time. All you have to do is listen in a quiet place or with earbuds. Listen through to the end...don't skip the commercials or the comments by Rohan.

If you were in my class on a daily basis, you would be spending 58 minutes in class. This is only 30 minutes. When you are done, you will type "I listened to the podcast" on the attached document and "turn in." That's all you have to do today...oh, and Assignments #15 and #16 if you didn't do those last week. Email me if you have any questions.

Please listen...don't skip...I will know by how you do the follow up assignment later in the week. Have a great MONDAY!

~Mrs. Pietsch

Read ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND DIRECTION BEFORE BEGINNING

I have discovered Shea Hembrey as I walk each day, finding podcasts that motivate and move me. I want you to listen to the way he describes his childhood as a 5 year old. As you listen, visualize the scene he creates. What do you hear? feel? see? taste? and what emotions do you tap into? I find his story to be soothing, calming, and inspirational.

Listen to the Mindful Meditation provided in the link below. You will hear Shea and you will also hear Rohan, who is the guide for the Meditative Story. There is some advertising in the talk, just continue listening, DO NOT SKIP...both Shea and Rohan have very soothing voices.

Before you begin your assignment on the attached document below, read the information on the Heading/Title Sample I have given you. All of your future assignments need to be set up like this. You should be doing this automatically at this point.

Make sure you set up your paper properly and then really look at it before turning it in. Are there words that are underlined in red? Fix them! Did you leave any "i" lower case? Fix them now. Did you read each of your responses and check for errors? Edit carefully!

If you have any questions, please email me. If you want to talk to me in person, email me with a number that works and I will call you. Miss you all! We are starting a new session, so try to keep up! I will take any late work from Session #9 or Session #10-I will add all the credit at the next grading period. It's never too late to turn in an assignment.

ELD-This will count twice for you if you are a double up. :) It's your lucky week!

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE CLICKING ON ANYTHING!

For this assignment you will listen to the TED Talk attached to the link below. After listening, use the attached document to type 5 questions and 5 answers to those questions. Each of your questions need to be written in a complete sentence with close attention to grammar and punctuation. Each answer needs to be typed in BLUE and must be a restated answer and complete sentence. See the example below:

1. What kind of artist is Shea Hembrey?
Shea Hembrey is a contemporary artist. (the answer would be typed in BLUE)

Title your assignment: Shea Hembrey TED Talk Questions

Add a heading to your document. See the attached sample if you need help. The sample is for a summary, but it will still work for what you need on this assignment. The only difference being that you will be writing questions and answers, not a summary.

Please create questions that cover the beginning, middle, and end of the TED Talk. Don't just listen to the first few minutes and type your questions. I really want you to listen to the entire talk.

**Make sure you have done Assignment #14 BEFORE watching this TED Talk. I want you to listen to the artist before viewing the TED Talk.

Please make sure to finish this assignment and #14 by Friday. Check AERIES each day and get back to me with any questions.

**Anyone that emails me with just the words "HELLO MRS. PIETSCH" will receive 20 points extra credit-I just want to see who reads all the way to the end!

Use the attached template to write the parts of speech that describe the picture. You will need to put one word in each of the spaces. For the "Three Word Sentence" make sure to choose 3 specific words that describe the picture. You DO NOT need a period. If you are not sure what an adjective, verb, or preposition is then you will need to look it up or use the link I have provided. You should know your parts of speech by now. You can do more than one for extra credit. All you will need to do is make a copy, put a different picture in the center, and attach it to this assignment.

Please go back and complete any unfinished work from this session or the previous session. I will give you credit for anything you complete.

If you have any questions, please email me or post a comment through the classroom assignment.

As for assignment #12, there was a technical error. Everyone is going to get credit for that assignment as it did not seem to be available when you logged in.

Period 4 and 5 Double Ups-You will need to do the extra credit as your second assignment. Just find a picture you want to use and insert it into the blank space.

This assignment can be done only AFTER you have completed assignment #9, #10, #11, and #12. You will need to fill in the blanks on the attached document with the score you received from each assignment. If you have not completed an assignment, you must do so before submitting this assignment. This is my way of keeping you on track. This assignment has a high point value that will benefit you greatly, but only if you do all your other assignments.

This is a 40 point assignment. If you complete this assignment, your grade will be in excellent standing.

Please keep up on your work. If you have problems with technology or wi-fi please let me know. I am here to help, but I can't help you if you don't start by helping yourself. I know this isn't the best case scenario for learning, but the assignments I have given are manageable and I know you can do them.

Take care,

Mrs. Pietsch

Use the link provided to browse through TED talks you might be interested in. Find a TED Talk that is 7 minutes or longer. Watch the TED Talk and take notes. When you are finished, use the link provided on "sentence summary frames" to guide you in your summary writing. Make sure to use the MLA format for your heading and title. Double spaced, 12 font, New Times, and indent. Grammar and punctuation count. I can't wait to see what TED Talk you choose. This assignment is worth 30 points and is a 2 day assignment. You can actually turn it in as late as Sunday if you need the time.

Updated addition: I have attached a sentence frame that you can use for your summary. I have listed several ideas you can use in your paragraph. Remember to make it your own and EDIT carefully. Do not leave the ... and make sure to delete anything you don't need. Write your final draft on the document I have provided.
**Period 4 and 5 Double Ups: You will need to do 2 different TED Talk Summaries.

Use a proper heading and add a title. Write 5-7 sentence paragraph about your COVID Spring Break. Tell me how it was different from any other spring break you've ever experienced. Use the 5 senses to add sensory details. Describe how you spent your week and with whom did you spend it? Remember to correct any underlined words and EDIT carefully before you turn in. You will be graded on content, grammar, and punctuation.

Your Name

Mrs. Pietsch

Language Arts

14 April 2020

Title (centered)

Don't forget to indent your paragraph.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS: It is time to start organizing your email, just like you would organize your class folder. Since much of our communication will come via email) or Google Classroom, you must learn to organize the emails and information you will be receiving. Watch the video attached and make a folder for each of your teachers. I would suggest putting "Mrs. Pietsch" as the title of one of your folders and then make one for all of your other teachers.

I would also suggest going through your email and deleting any unnecessary emails. If you have 50 to 400 emails and you are having a hard time deleting, just tell yourself that you will delete about 20 a day...keep doing this until you are organized.

If you already do this then you are done for this assignment. Please press the "turn in" button in Google Classroom so that I can give you credit. If you would like extra credit, take a picture of your screen with your folders and send it to me. You can attach the picture in this Google Classroom Assignment.

Once you have created a folder "label" for Mrs. Pietsch, put all my emails in that folder.

If you are reading these directions, you still have time to go in and make up any work in Google Classroom. I am adjusting grades to be fair since we are all adjusting to this new style of learning. Your grades for the first 3 weeks out of school (Session #9) will be generous, unless you did not do anything for Session #8 and #9.

Listen to the attached You Tube video 3 times in a row. That should take less than 6 minutes. On the attached document, write a summary of the video. Do not make a list-this needs to be a written paragraph. Tell me what you learned, how you felt while listening, and your overall motivation at this time in your life. This can also be a journal entry to tell me anything else you would like to. This assignment will cover Monday and Tuesday. You must have a proper heading, a title, and at least 7 well-written sentences. Use descriptive words. Write in complete sentences. Correct anything that is underlined. Remember, do NOT leave an "I" by itself without capitalizing. I want to hear your summary/story but I also want you to use good grammar and punctuation skills. Set up your paper like the sample right below:

First Last

Mrs. Pietsch

Language Arts

30 March 2020

Include a title in the center and don't forget to indent. 12 Font~ Arial ~Double spaced

Make sure you have completed all #1-#7 assignments. You have until Friday to complete everything. You have the time. No excuses! Let's do this!

Hi Students!

I have been walking almost every day. While I am walking, I am feeding my mind with motivational podcast. I can't seem to get enough of the positivity, especially in our current situation. I am trying to make the most of the "TIME" I have been given. I don't want to sit around and wait for everything to go back to normal. I want to make the most of this time to feed my mind, my soul, and my physical body with those things that build me up and make me better. What are you doing to make yourself better? What are you doing with the special gift of time? Are you maximizing your time to get maximum results?

Miss you all!

~Mrs. Pietsch

Use the attached document to list all the assignments we have done so far. You will also be listing your grade for each assignment. See the attached instructions and sample. I have done #1 for you. All YOU need to do is change the score 20/20 to YOUR score for that assignment.

Grading period ends tomorrow, but I will give you more time if you need it. Please complete all assignments by Sunday if possible...I will work with you if you let me know you need more time.

Read the instructions carefully. Read the instructions again, carefully. Watch the attached video at least 2 times. Write a paragraph using one of the topics provided on the "directions" page. Look at the "Teacher Sample" provided. Your paper should be set up exactly like the sample, substituting your name, title, and work. Use the attached document to write your paragraph. **If you have my class twice a day, you will need to do this for both classes, choosing a different topic for each one.

Watch the TED Talk using the link provided and use the attached document to write 5 questions and 5 answers. The questions need to be based on the TED Talk, as if YOU were a teacher. The answers need to be written in complete and restated sentences, using proper grammar and punctuation. Don't forget to type ANSWERS IN BLUE.

Use the attached document to type your responses. Make sure to write in complete and restated sentences. Use descriptive words and proper grammar and punctuation. Make sure to type all your sentences in BLUE. You may need to respond in more than one sentence for a particular question. Do not write run-on sentences. Avoid the mistakes I listed under the directions.

Don't forget to listen to a mindful meditation each day. It's so important to your mental well-being in these stressful times. I have provided the link below. You choose. No assignment with this one-just relax and enjoy.

Open the attached document and read the directions carefully. It might be a good idea to look at all the questions before beginning the podcast. You will be listening to a 28 minute podcast and responding to the information given on the document provided. Be sure to type all your responses in blue. Find a quiet place to listen. I would suggest taking a picture of the assignment and writing down your answers on a separate piece of paper, especially if you don't have a computer. You can email me a picture of your hand-written responses if that is easier. Let me know if you have any questions.

Hello Students!

Open the attached document to read the instructions for today's assignment. Make sure all your responses are typed in blue. If you want to write your responses on paper, that is fine also. You will need to take a picture of your work and send it to my email. [email protected]

This is the second assignment. Make sure to complete the journal assignment also. Grades are already put in the gradebook and we are starting Session #9.

Period 4 and 5 Students: You only need to do this lesson one time. It will count for both grades...for now. I will be adding special assignments as we learn to adjust to this new style of learning. It would be great if you could copy and paste your responses to the document in period 4 or 5. That will enable me to give you credit/grades easily.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Be sure to turn in your assignments in Google Classroom as you finish them.

Have a great day!

I am getting ready to launch my Instagram ...follow me at mrs.hollypietsch Let's Do This!!!

Read the entire instructions carefully. Double spaced/ 12 Font/ Arial/ Full page

Use the attached document to reflect upon the impact that the Coronavirus has had on your life. You can tackle the topic in any way you desire. Reflect on what is happening in regards to your day to day life, your community, or the world in general. What are the facts that you know? How are you feeling about the impact this pandemic has had on your life and the lives of those around you? How has your day to day life-good or bad-been affected by the current crisis? What lessons can be learned by you and those around you? Remember, I want the words to flow, but you need to be cognizant of proper grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. Absolutely no lower case "i" standing all alone! Re-read your journal before submitting. If you take a breath, use a comma or a period.

Send me a shout out at the end of your journal. Ex. Hi, Mrs. Pietsch! What's up? (or anything else you want to say)

I hope you are using your gift of time in a way that enriches your life and pushes you forward in the right direction! I miss you all! Now put your phones away and get to work! lol

Check Google Classroom Daily!

Period 4 and 5 students that are also in period 1 and 2: This is your only assignment. You do not have to do this twice.

Choose your destination and sign up with Mrs. Pietsch. We will not have any duplicates.
Read the instructions on each slide. There are instructions for each slide and below the instruction slide is the blank slide for your work. DO NOT DELETE slides until you have completely finished ALL of them.

See the attached instructions. If you have any questions please see me. This is a very unique chance to participate in history, earn extra credit, and go on an amazing field trip...lunch included!