Extra+Credit

1. Jennifer Donnelly will be at NH on Wednesday, October 20th after school--attend her talk and write a 2 paragraph reaction to something she talks about--submit your reaction by Thursday, October 28th for up to 5 points of extra credit for 2nd quarter! Jennifer Donnelly home page

2. Read Jennifer Donnelly's book //Revolution// and turn in a 3 paragraph response to **one** of these prompts by Monday, November 29th for up to 5 points of extra credit: a) Which character did you identify with more strongly, Alex or Andi? Why? or b) How does Andi's senior thesis topic fit into her overall growth as a woman? or c) What is your reaction to this review posted on Jennifer Donnelly's home page "I loved Andi's voice. Her snark, her way of looking at things, her heartbreak and vulnerability, and in particular, her love of music, all made her incredibly real.**"**

3) Write an essay for the Fathers' Club Essay Contest. Follow the rules for submitting by December 2nd. This is worth 5 points of extra credit. Click this link for details. [|challenged books.docx]

4) Write a letter to the editor for Hallways. Respond to a story they have published or write about an idea that you think they should consider. Submit a copy of your letter to Hallways and give me a copy, also. Submit on or before November 23rd. This is worth up to 5 points of extra credit.

//"Hallways// is a student publication of Nerinx Hall High School. Its purpose is to inform, entertain, and provide a forum for community members to express their opinions. The newspaper strives to present the news of the school community, as well as that of the world around it. Views presented in Hallways do not necessarily represent that of the Hallways' staff or the Nerinx Hall administration or faculty. Hallways welcomes analysis of an issue previously addressed. We reserve the right to edit for grammar and spelling, for words inappropriate for public use, and length when space is limited. Letters to the Editor may be left in the Publications' Office, with an editor, or delivered by email. Letters to the Editor must be signed. However, writers may request to remain anonymous."