PLS HELP Use the texts in the collection as models for writing your own story in which the characters take bold actions in the face of a seemingly overwhelming challenge.

A successful fictional narrative

• introduces and develops characters and a setting

• contains a plot with a well-structured and logical sequence

• establishes, develops, and resolves a conflict--see plot diagram below

• uses dialogue, pacing, and relevant descriptive details

• utilizes transitions to convey sequence

• provides a conclusion that reflects a message about life

Explanation:

We can be proud of what we achieve in the Mount Vernon City Schools. This year, as in the past, we must concentrate

on the processes that spur continuing advancement: evaluating what we have, determining what we can do to improve,

and identifying what we need to make those improvements. The Curriculum and Instruction Department has taken a

close look at district-wide data, survey data, walk-through data, and teacher input to make amendments to our

curriculum. In order to ensure all stake-holders have clear expectations for the 2018-2019, please find an outline of the

expectations that include past practices and new initiatives.

Newness alone, however, cannot produce transformation. Starting a new year gives us the opportunity to make new

plans, design new strategies, and implement new ideas. There is a special kind of joy and satisfaction in planning lessons

and activities for a new class; for although the subject or grade level is the same, the students are new, and they appreciate

the planning that is done for them.

We are elated to announce the adoptions of “Collections”, a blended core ELA Curriculum Designed to prompt

thoughtfulness, inspire inquiry, and prepare students for 21st century literacies. The adoption will provide students in

engaging texts found in an anthology, coupled with a variety of trade books for indepth novel studies. Students and

teachers will interact with technology to increase engagement and support the acquisition of skills and strategies.

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