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AP Language and Composition. February 22, 2013 Mr. Houghteling “It’s a Finish It Friday, and because it’s Friday, you know what that means…!”. “It’s great to be alive!”. AGENDA. Irregular Verbs Quiz. “Best in Class” group shout-out. Discerning Talbot’s opinion. . Essential Question.
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AP Language and Composition February 22, 2013 Mr. Houghteling “It’s a Finish It Friday, and because it’s Friday, you know what that means…!”
AGENDA • Irregular Verbs Quiz. • “Best in Class” group shout-out. • Discerning Talbot’s opinion.
Essential Question • Should high schools have only one valedictorian? • Do you think it is necessary for high schools to have valedictorians at all? • Why or Why not?
HOMEWORK • Finish the Margaret Talbot opinion question.
Table Discussions • What problems do schools that select valedictorians encounter? • Why should schools have valedictorians? • What rules for naming a valedictorian should schools establish? • Why are schools experiencing more problems with valedictorians today as opposed to years past? • Should schools post class rankings on transcripts so students see this ranking throughout high school?
“Best in Class” • As you read, identify multiple perspectives on the issue of honoring valedictorians and salutatorians. • Chart the students involved in the various conflicts regarding who wins the valedictory title. For example: • Denny Davies vs. Kylie Barker