“Reading was like a drug, a dope. The novels created moods in which I lived for days.”
― Richard Wright, Black Boy
Welcome to my information page for the 2014-15 school year. As you will see, there have been some big changes here at VCS. This site has been created to help my students navigate the new curriculum as well as provide you a way to get in touch with me when needed. I suggest you bookmark this page because I will update it as the year goes on.
In addition to this blog, please check out the welcome video that was sent along with this website link to your email.
In addition to this blog, please check out the welcome video that was sent along with this website link to your email.
I have been teaching English and Journalism the past 15 years. I was born and raised in Florida and graduated from The Ohio State University in 1997. My degree is in Journalism. I am here to make your journey through Journalism and English I successful, as well as fun. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with me when you have questions and need help. In addition, I will be getting in touch with you throughout the school year to make sure you are doing the things necessary to be successful in your course.
-Mr. Sparks
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.;
Friday 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Blackboard Sessions: Blackboards are done on an individual basis. Please contact me to set up an appointment. My Blackboard room is always open. Just let me know if you would like to work.
-Mr. Sparks
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.;
Friday 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Blackboard Sessions: Blackboards are done on an individual basis. Please contact me to set up an appointment. My Blackboard room is always open. Just let me know if you would like to work.
Contacting me:
Phone: 614-800-9671 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) After, 4 pm, please leave voice mail.
Text: 614-800-9671
Email: [email protected]
When texting or e mailing, please include the following information:
1. Name (first and last)
2. Class you are in (English I, II or Journalism)
3. Unit and lesson number, title of assignment
4. Specific details of the issue you are having
5. You can e mail me 24 hours a day. I will respond as quickly as I can.
Phone: 614-800-9671 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) After, 4 pm, please leave voice mail.
Text: 614-800-9671
Email: [email protected]
When texting or e mailing, please include the following information:
1. Name (first and last)
2. Class you are in (English I, II or Journalism)
3. Unit and lesson number, title of assignment
4. Specific details of the issue you are having
5. You can e mail me 24 hours a day. I will respond as quickly as I can.
Helpful hints for navigating your course:
Please interact with the below Prezi. It will help answer questions
when it comes time to work in your courses (works best in full screen and
might take a moment to load).
February 2015 REMINDERS
1. CHECK EMAIL (BOTH GMAIL AND Maestros) each day. Read your feedback on assignments!
2. START WORKING EACH DAY!!!!
3. ASK QUESTIONS
4. FOR ENGLISH I, YOU SHOULD BE FINISHING UP UNIT 4 AND INTO UNIT 5 THIS MONTH; FOR ENGLISH II, YOU SHOULD BE WELL INTO UNIT 3 THIS MONTH.
5. TESTING IS COMING SOON. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT THE DATES ON THE VCS WEBSITE.
1. CHECK EMAIL (BOTH GMAIL AND Maestros) each day. Read your feedback on assignments!
2. START WORKING EACH DAY!!!!
3. ASK QUESTIONS
4. FOR ENGLISH I, YOU SHOULD BE FINISHING UP UNIT 4 AND INTO UNIT 5 THIS MONTH; FOR ENGLISH II, YOU SHOULD BE WELL INTO UNIT 3 THIS MONTH.
5. TESTING IS COMING SOON. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT THE DATES ON THE VCS WEBSITE.
INFORMATION ON NOVELS FOR ENGLISH i:
YO! Below are Prezis that will help you gain a little more understanding on the novel choices. You should check this out before choosing your book
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