Glorification of Violent and Criminal Lifestyle in lyrics [Senior]

Dear Students:

 Through the second entry, I'd like to propose a discussion regarding music, culture and stereotypes. Since long time ago, words such as "bi***, fu** or kill" have been largely used in lyrics in order to portrait a violent imagery. Censorship might be an option, nevertheless it's not allowed to ban the liberty of expression among people. In your opinion, Is it correct to defend artists right to free speech? Why? Do you think banning this lyrics would be a coherent solution and stop spreading sexist messages across the globe? Why/why not? Is it hip-hop the main problem? Why / why not?

 Leave your comments below in at least 90-130 words

Target Language: Vocabulary, opinion-related words, Modal verbs.

Deadline: May 2nd,

Kind regards,

Juan Guevara
English Teacher

Earthquakes and Natural Disasters [Junior]

Dear students:

 During Unit 2, will be discussing about instructions and priorities during natural disasters of any kind, such as earthquake, tsunamis, etc. Considering this, What preparation should you make before earthquakes hit? What kind of injuries are caused by earthquakes and how do you treat them? What do you think about chilean perception regarding the magnitude of earthquakes (considering that Mexican got shocked with a 6,0 earthquake and here we laugh out loud about it)? is it correct or are we overconfident about it? What frightens you the most from earthquakes? What would you recommend to children while and after earthquakes? do you think countries which suffer from natural disasters should receive help only from developed countries?

 Please leave your comments below in at least 85-120 words

Target Language First Conditional, Unless, Zero Conditional, Vocabulary related to unit 2.

Deadline: May 2nd

Kind regards,

Juan Guevara
English Teacher

Is it too late for climate change? [Sophomore]

Dear students:

 As you may know, climate change is a current threat that humanity has been facing for the last decades. Although experts have claimed there's nothing else we can do, there's a large percentage who still believes humanity can overcome this situation. In your opinion, are we too late on global climate change? why / why not? what would you do if you were leading a global government? which would be your proposal? how would you apply it?

 Please leave your comments below in at least 75-115 words.

Target Language: Opinion-related vocabulary, multi-word vocabulary.

Deadline: May 2nd

Kind regards,

Juan Guevara
English Teacher

It is all about the attitude [Freshman]

Dear Students:

 Hope this message finds you well. As we have talked so far, I'd like to give you the opportunity to talk about the best jobs for you. If so, which would be the best job for you? Why/why no? is important the salary? What do you think about unusual jobs such as crisp inspector, island caretaker, pet food taster and the like? would you try one of those for a year despite if it's risky?

 Please leave your comments below in at least 70-110 words.

Target Language: Question tags, Vocabulary related, would like.

Deadline: May 2nd

Kind regards,

Juan Guevara
English Teacher

Traveling around the World [8th Grade]

Dear Students:

 For the second entry, we'll discuss means of transportations and landmarks covered in the second part of the unit. Based on the former premise: What means of transportation do you normally use everyday? How do you get to school? What means of transportation would you use to travel around the world? which landmarks would you visit? Why?

 Please leave your comments in at least 55-70 words.

Target Language: Would like, Vocabulary related to means of transportation.

Deadline: May 2nd

Kind regards,

Juan Guevara
English Teacher

Your Style! [7th Grade]

Dear Students:

 In the second entry, We'll discuss clothing styles and identity according the texts read on page 34-35. Considering this, What clothes do you like wearing? Which clothing styles are popular with young people in your country? Do you like wearing the school uniform? Why / Why not? Do you like shopping clothes? Where, Why / Why not?

 Please leave your comments below in 50-75 words.

Target Language: Like, Dislike + ing, vocabulary related to clothing, adverbs of frequency.

Deadline: May 2nd

Kind regards

Juan Guevara
English Teacher