Write a Little Letter

The following post is for juniors only.

Wolff expresses frustration at the limits of his self-identity as a boy. In other words, he as a man can in no way help himself as a boy; history cannot be rewritten. He writes:

“But the man can give no help to the boy,
not in this matter nor in those that follow" (Wolff 27).

Imagine what it would be like if you COULD go back and help your childhood self. What do you wish you knew then that you know now? What would you say to yourself as a child if you had the chance?

Write a letter to your 10-year-old self. You can offer advice, warnings, reassurances – whatever you think would have been helpful to you as a 10-year-old.

Your letter should be written in first person. It should be detailed and thorough. It needs to be multiple paragraphs and well organized. Employ correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc. If have any questions, don't hesitate to ask a teacher.

Who Are You?

This post is for JUNIORS only

Welcome to Junior English. Today is your first opportunity to introduce yourself to your instructors. In a thoughtful, thorough, multi-paragraph essay, answer the following question:

Who are you?

You must write for the entire period. Remember, this is your first opportunity to demonstrate who you are as a person and who you are as a student - so do your best!  Use specific details, correct grammar, and correct spelling. Your essay must be multiple paragraphs. You may wish to use some of the following questions to shape or guide your response:

• What have you done?
• Where have you been?
• What are you goals?
• What mistakes have you made?
• What do you like?
• What do you not like?
• How do you spend your time?
• What drives you?
• What makes you different?

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask one of the instructors. Good luck, and have fun.