1. Reading Log.
2. Compass Odyssey, 90 minutes weekly-Language Arts only NOT Language Arts Extensions.
3. Writing Prompt

Typed, Double-Spaced, Times Roman font 12, Numbered Lines and Title: Persuasive Essay: Mental Patient

Situation: A man was recently convicted of murder. A mental condition affected his ability to make rational choices; however, he chose not to take his medicine to control his problem and killed an innocent man.

Directions: Think about whether or not you feel the government should force mental patients to take their medication and why.

Prompt: Now persuade the reader of your paper to accept your point of view on this subject.


Review/Make-Up Day/FCAT Prep, Monday, March 1st from 1415 to 1530 hours.
We will review any assignments that need specific attention and practice FCAT strategies.
Your parents must contact me via e-mail in order for you to attend on Monday. You must have your own transportation from school.

Have a great weekend.