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Writing College Admission Essays
There are many files attached to this link to assist in writing this important essay. (Remember: Start early on this process and revise often for the best essays!)
Focus Correction Areas for College Admission Essays and Personal Statements
English IV CP 1st - 2nd Block, 3rd period, 5th period, and 6th period
Portfolio Requirements for 1st-2nd Block Class
Portfolio Requirements for 3rd, 5th, and 6th Period Classes
MLA Guidelines
Glossary of Literary Terms
IRT Book Report Form
Creating Two-Part Titles
Macbeth Study Guide (updated)
Chaucer: Characterization Chart
Hamlet Study Guide Questions Acts 1-5
Background Information on Shakespeare
Frankenstein
Problem solving essay
Poetry
Poetry Presentation Rubric
Talking Points for Poetry Presentations
Poetry Terms
Poetry Explication Handout
Poetry Explication Guidelines
How to Cite Lines of Poetry
Graphic Poetry Web/Organizer
Components of an Annotated Bibliography
Sample Annotated Bibliography
Info on Writing/Constructing/Evaluating an Annotated Bibliography
Annotated Work Chart
MLA Sample Works Cited Page
Basic Literary Terms
Exam Review Questions
English I 7th period year long
IRT Book Report Form
Julius Caesar Study Guide
Problem solving essay
Poetry Presentation Rubric
Talking Points for Poetry Presentations
Poetry Terms
Poetry Explication Handout
Poetry Explication Guidelines
How to Quote Lines of Poetry
Example of Explicated Poem
Graphic Poetry Web/Organizer
MLA Sample Works Cited Page
Basic Literary Terms
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rgraves@richland2.org
This is the most efficient way to reach me.
Voice mail:
(803) 699-2999 ext. 619
School Fax:
(803) 699-2888
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| About Me |
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Education:
B. A. in English from Columbia College, Columbia, SC
M. A. in English from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, TX
Experience:
Prior to returning to teaching in 2000, I managed portfolios of properties for numerous entities both private and governmental for manyyears. I bring a unique perspective to the classroom of the skills/abilities required for not only the college-bound student but also the workplace-bound individuals.
In my free time -- besides reading, cooking, tennis, kayaking, and grandchildren -- I enjoy travelling and have had opportunities from experiencing Siberia (above the Arctic Circle) to China -- and many points in between. One recent summer, a Native American friend and I travelled over 4,000 thousand miles throughout the West "without reservations" visiting points of fascinating interest. We have a remarkable country.
Philosophy of Teaching
Quotes:
"Learning is not a spectator sport."
-- Anonymous
"The important thing is not to stop questioning."
--Albert Einstein
"The whole world opened to me when I learned to read."
-- Mary McLeod Bethune
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