Just in case you're wondering - these are the requirements for Night of the Notables (N of N) --- This project is also used as our Social Studies Classroom Based Assessment (CBA). For 2 weeks the students have been encouraged to begin independent research - we continued this as a group today. Chosing the "just right" notable is really key for student success and enjoyment - please help your student if they seem to be floundering in any way. I too have numerous ideas and resources and I am more than happy to help! Much of the research and work will happen outside of class, but their will be plenty of in class guidance along the way. As always, I am excited to see the array of notable choices - always an adventure and a learning experience for all (including myself!)
Night of the Notables Expectations and Due Dates
This is our 13 year of Night of the Notables. All 8th graders are required to participate in this special evening event. Family and friends are invited to attend and enjoy an evening of conversations with a room full of notables! Once a student has selected and received approval for their notable, they are required to complete the assignments detailed below. Choosing a notable that is interesting to the student as well as suitable is our first priority. I am looking for a person who has made the world a better place. We want to choose people who exemplify excellence in their chosen field, who broke barriers and created new pathways for others to follow. Some currently living people are suitable, but we’re
1. Research your notable - this must be approved by me J
2. Select your notable (you need 3 possible choices)
3. Create a costume for the evening event that really transforms you into your notable! This does not need to be expensive – just creative! Think Goodwill, Valu-Village/thrift stores, your basement, sewing, construction paper….ask around!!!
4. Create a PowerPoint or Prezi with timeline/bio. info. This will likely be created during class time.
5. Complete the “fill in the blank” notable worksheet.
6. Complete your 5 paragraph essay based on the “fill in the blank” notable worksheet.
7. Answer the questions on the sheet for the evening event.
8. Prepare a 2 - 3 minute presentation using your notable “fill in the blank” handout as your guide – supplemented by your Prezi --- this may be done as a video if you would prefer - check with me firstJ
9. Create a face and quote – I’ll show examples of this in class
Tentative Due Dates:
*Evidence of research notes due in class 2/19 ________
*Notable “fill in the blank” handout – due 2/29______
*Questions for the evening event – due 3/8 ________
*Papers – due 3/15__________
*Timelines and presentations – due 3/20 – 3/26__________
*Xtra credit – due on the day of your presentation - TBD
*Face and quotes due on Wed 3/26 during class
*Costumes need to be ready by the evening event on:
March 28th Report by 5:45 – the event starts at 6:00!!!!!!!!
