Benefits of Part-Time Job [JUNIOR]

Dear Students:

 Hope this message finds you well. During our first classes, we were reflecting upon the benefits of part-time job, for example whether it's feasible for you or having your parent's permission to do so. Therefore, I'd like you to make some comments considering the following questions:

Questions: What kind of part-time job do you think you could do with your skills? Would your parents allow you to work part-time? Which of the benefits (page 10-11, Student's book) do you think teens of your country have in mind when thinking about applying for a part-time job? Do you think it would be beneficial for you? Why?

Key Words / Useful Expressions: hard-earned money, weigh priorities, boost confidence, introductory experience, to sum up, to begin with, Lastly, For instance.

Extension: 90-100 words

Deadline: March 30th, Monday

Kind regards,

Juan Guevara

English Book: The Mysterious Death of Charles Bravo - Oxford Bookworms

Global Issues [SOPHOMORE]

Dear Students:

 Hope this message finds you well. Based on the previous contents covered in class,  Globalization is a process where different aspects from different countries are shared around the world. Aside from the good things that may come as a result of it, there are plenty of issues that affect living beings and our current environment. For example, Climate change, Ice shelf boundaries, Food production, etc.

 Considering the idea mentioned above, I'd like you to make some comments following the next questions:

Questions: Which area (for example the ones on pages 12-13) is currently affecting your town / area / city? Why? Are you personally concerned about any of these issues? Why? / Why not?

Key words: Issue, Concern, Global, developing countries, sanitation.

Extension: 70-80 words

Deadline: March 30th, Monday

Kind regards,

Juan Guevara

ENGLISH BOOK: Dracula - Oxford Bookworms

COVID-19 in Chile [SENIOR]

Dear Students:

 I hope this message finds you well. Since march 19th, the total number of cases has climbed to 342, leading to multiple decisions to overcome this disease. For example, president Sebastian Piñera declared  a state of catastrophe, which began yesterday midnight. Moreover, shopping malls will be closed (some of them have been already closed) due this pandemic. This measure will be evaluated week-to-week depending on the public needs, such as clothes, pharmacies and different kinds of errands people may be likely to run.

 Based on the aforementioned idea, I'd like you to make some comments following the next questions:

Questions: How can we prevent the spread of this disease? What should the government do to stop hoarding and price-gouging of necessities during the quarintine? What do you think is the main responsability of inhabitants during this pandemic?

Extension: 100-130 words

Deadline: March 30th, Monday

ELECTIVE PLAN: Little Women - Oxford Bookworms
REGULAR PLAN: Scarlet Letter - Oxford Bookworms

Dream Job [FRESHMEN]

Dear Students:

 I hope this message finds you well. According to the first unit, it's important to reflect upon the contents that we have covered so far. Hence, I'd like you to talk about your dream jobs and posibble requirements to carry it out properly. Follow the next questions and make at least a 60-word comment below.

Questions: What would it be your dream job? What characteristics shoul it have? Why? What is the best way to get a job? Why

Key Words / Useful Expressions: Hire, Apply, Resume, Shifts, Holiday entitlement, I strongly believe.

Extension: 60-70 words

Deadline: March 30th, Monday 

Kind regards,

Teacher Juan Guevara
 

Preferences at Home [7TH GRADE]

Dear Students:

 Hope this message finds you well. Considering the current state of catastrophe due the coronavirus pandemic, I'd like you to post what are the activities you HATE/DISLIKE the most indoors. Besides, mention the reasons for each idea you write. Leave your comments below in at least 50 words. Drafts can be sent to my personal email (see the school official website) .

Questions: What do you like doing at home? Why? How do you like doing those activities with? Why? Is there anything you HATE doing at home? Why?

Key Words / Useful Expressions: LIKE, HATE, DISLIKE, CAN'T STAND, PREFER,

Extension: 50-60 Words

Deadline: March 30th, Monday 

Kind regards,

Teacher Juan Guevara

Music and cultural exchange [Senior]

Dear Students:

 We live in a society that is about 200 years old, with pros and cons compared to our nearby neighbours from South America. We are still a nation that grows as time goes by, but with no identity whatsoever. Somehow, music represents a country's culture and elicits a glimpse of who we are. For example, the beattles, The rolling stones or los prisioneros (back in the 80s). WOMAD, for instance, promotes multiculturalism through a concert which gives the opportunity to musicians to represent their countries by playing music.

 Considering the former idea, What type of music best represents the Chilean culture? is it same for children, teenagers, adults or elders? why / why not? Should students have more hours of music at school? why /why not? What type of concerts are held in Chile? Do you like them? Why?

 Please leave a comment between 170-200 words.

Useful Expressions: genre, interculture, exchange, spread, promote

Deadline: May 31st, Friday

Kind Regards,

Juan Guevara

Vocation over Trivial Interests [Junior]

Dear Students:

 When a doctor gives you poor attention, when a bus driver treats you in a rude way or when a police officer prefers chasing innocent people rather than dangerous criminals, it is noticeable that they don't  really like the job they are doing. People who follow their vocation are more prone tu succeed, they won't feel that working is a never-ending nightmare or that only money matters. However, it is quite hard to find your vocation due the pressure that society, friends and relatives put into us to study something because of the salary we may earn, but not happiness. Moreover, they impose adolescents to start university as soon as they graduate from highschool, otherwise it would be time 'wasted'.

 With that being said, think about the following questions: How important is vocation for you? What does it take to find your vocation? Do you feel is it essesntial to start university as soon as you graduate from highschool? Why? Is it difficult for you to really know what you want to study?

Please leave a comment below in at least 130-170 words.

Useful Expressions: Hire, employer, employee, experience, apply, thus, therefore, hence.

Deadline: May 31st, Friday

Kind Regards

Guillermo Salvo
Juan Guevara

ICT in Education [Sophomore]

Dear Students:

 We are currently living in a digital era in which technology has been gradually gaining ground, so has done education. The current generations have used technology since the day they were born. They know how to use technological devices before getting to know how to talk and of course, this has its pros and cons. Some people think that technology has ruined communication and some others say that technology has improved it.

 What do you think about it? Is tecnology improving our communication? Should teachers use it during their classes? Can technology improve education? Why/Why not? If so, How do you think technology can improve education?

Please leave a comment below of at least 90-120 words.

Useful Expressions: In my Opinion, improve, boost, enhance, internalize, ICT (information communication technology), spread, on the other hand.

Deadline: May 31st, Friday

Kind Regards,

Monica Zuñiga
Juan Guevara

School Problems [Freshmen]

Dear Students:

 Hope this message finds you well. I'm writing this entry so that we can discuss about the problems you have to face as you attend school. Firstly, it's important to claim that the school process may be something unforgettable, however, situations such as bullying, stress or an excess of homework may lead to severe issues that will impede you from learning effectively.

 Regarding the former situations,

What are the main problems you have to face daily? Why can't you get better results? What suggestions would you give to someone who is doing bad at school? Why?

Please leave a comment below in at least 75-100 words.

Useful expressions: Debunk, overcome, impede, relaxing, time-consuming, under pressure.

Deadline: May 31st, Friday

Kind regards,

Juan Guevara

Stereotypes among ethnic grooups [8th Grade]

Dear students:

 Since more than 5 years, many inmigrants have arrived to our country, bringing many interesting customs such as food and language. The migration rate is increasing as time goes by, and so racism is exponentially growing. Hence, this leads to false assumptions about countries, race stereotypes and violence.

 What do you think are the advantages of inmigration in Chile? What things can we learn from them? How is language affected by this?

Please leave a comment below between 60-80 words

Useful Expressions: However, and, First, In my opinion, In conclusion, such as (por ejemplo).

Target Language: Vocabulary from Unit 1, landmarks, typical food, traditions, customs, language, multicultural, diversity, facts.

Deadline: May 31st, Friday

Kind Regards,

Guillermo Salvo
Juan Guevara

Food and More! [6th Grade]

Dear Sudents:

 I hope this message finds you well. I'm writing this entry so that you can demonstrate your improvements during this first semester so far. There are 2 topics you need to answer, please read them carefully and leave a comment below.

TOPIC 1

Suhi, Pizza, hamburgers are some examples of traditional food from other countries. Pizza is an easy dish to prepare and is quite amazing because you can add any ingredient that you want, you only need dough, tomatoes (or tomatoe sauce) and cheese. First, you have to put the tomato sauce on the dough, then you have to put the cheese and all the ingredients you want.

What is your favorite traditional dish? Why? How can you prepare it? Name the steps.

Target Language: Vocabulary Unit 1, Sequencing Adverbs (First, Then, After That, Next, Finally, etc)

Leave a comment of at least 30-50 words

TOPIC 2

Chile is a country full of culture which has many typical dishes that are representative of our origins. The dishes are made with any kind of ingredients, which can be very useful when you feel sick or tired. Cazuela, for example, is a dish made with vegetables and food or meat. You can eat it when you have stomachache or during cold days. "Sopaipillas" are examples of a traditional Chilean food that people eat during winter. There's nothing better to eat a hot sopaipilla ina cold day.

Do you like sopaipillas? Do you know how to prepare them? What do you eat or prepare when you feel sick?

Target Language: Vocabulary Unit 1, Have to, Don't have to.

 Leave a comment below of at least 30-50 words.

Kind Regards,

Miss Monica Zuñiga

Reading Plan 2019 - Links Re-uploaded

Dear students:

 Hope this message finds you well. I attach the books for you to download, as well as their corresponding MP3 Files. Should you have any question please mail me ASAP.

6th Grade

Around the World in 80 days + MP3
Password: !GATg8mlgNottmMahOMBlmw

Kidnap!
Password: !-XVBBom_DQqMpnM0rC7gLiagFXk7bKUDCQTcrh7hlbI
  

8th Grade

The Elephant Man + MP3
Password: !epzmSK0VJHj8how2i59EDQ

The Phantom of the Opera + MP3
Password: !9bNp56I-a0_m4f3fCshQUQ

Freshman

The Monkey's Paw + MP3
Password: !u2A4rxOaUjQLJgnAPa4vLQ

The Wizard of Oz + MP3
Password: !rfigPeKaih44V_j8dxDDQQ

Sophomore

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn + MP3
Password: !_h4HCwpUt4yA6HKcIFtydg

New Yorkers Short Stories + MP3
Password: !onelSucX9iwPTFuH0azhxw

Junior

Frankestein  + MP3
Password: !5RYg-PelHkd3oBDnsMaDGQ

Two Lives 
Password: !fVI0riMk1q0g3poDHJlH4Y_99L0-kd8n1QuOkF3qBUo

Senior

Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde + MP3
Password: !oalDZPilD--pHHlGoM512w
 
Oliver Twist + MP3
Password: !vqK6LyoT92zC4UgZT6P6sg

 kind regards,

Juan Guevara
English Teacher

Is graffiti Vandalism or Art? [Senior]

Dear Students:

 Art has been claimed as a movement that expresses inner emotions and spread them through different means, such as music, poetry, literature or graffiti. Graffiti gives voice to silenced citizens through street art, furthermore it enlightens a city with colourful paintings and give joy to vulnerable communities as well (some people think that way though). Considering this, how does street art give a voice to people who feel silenced in other areas of their lives? Is Graffiti Vandalism or art? Would you do one? Why / Why not? Is Valparaiso favored or damaged by this?

 Please leave your comments below in at least 95-135 words.

Target language: Second conditional, Vocabulary related, connectors.

Deadline: May 21st

Kind regards,

Juan Guevara
English Teacher

A campaing must be run [Junior]

Dear Students:

In the third and last entry of this semester, we'll discuss one of the most trending issues worlwide...water shortage. This essential element for living beings,  is a must in our dailiy life. Actually, we can only survive without it for three days or even less. This phenomenon is known as Drough and has been becoming a serious threat as time goes by. Considering this, what do you think would happen if there was no water around? What are some preventive measures you could take beforehand? What would you recommend to newer generations to assure water for the future? What would you do during a drough in Chile?.

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

Target Language: Vocabulary related to Natural disasters (Unit 2), Conditional forms (First and Second).

Deadline: May 21st,

Kind Regards

Pablo Vasquez
English Teacher

Peaceful Means rather than Force [Sophomore]

Dear Students:

 We currently live in a society that is the result of a globalized world which, in our case, ended up being culturally merged with nearby cultures / countries such as Peruvians, Haitians, Colombians and the like. Hence, The role of discussing this issues has become crucial lately and debate may be one option to reach an agreement politely. Considering debate as a whole and the motions seen in class, do you think that debate is important? Why / why not? What topics do you consider important and should be debated? why?

 Please leave your comments below in 80-120 words.

Target language: Opinion-related vocabulary

Deadline: May 21st

Kind regards

Lucas Silva
English Teacher

The Pursuit of Happiness (2006) [Freshman]

Dear Students:

 For the third entry, we'll discuss about the movie "the pursuit of happiness' starred by Will Smith and his son (Jaden Smith). Its plot portraits a struggling salesman who takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career. Considering the plot and the activities covered in class: Do you think most people who live in poverty don't work hard and don't try to change their current situation? Has this movie changed your perception toward homeless people? If so, what are the changes you propose? If not, why not? What did you feel while watching the film?

 Please leave your comments below in at least 80-130 words.

Target Language: Simple Past, Question Tags, Would like.

Deadline: May 21st

Kind Regards,

Andres Muñoz
English Teacher

Do's and Don'ts before travelling [Eighth Grade]

Dear Students:

 For the third entry we'll discuss the importance of research about a place before visiting it. As you may know, the internet allows us to look for information, picture and adressess in a second. While some people claim that is well to be informed before visiting a place, others say that know about the place beforehand makes your travel less exciting.

 In your opinion, do you believe that being informed takes away all the fun from a trip? Why / Why not? Would you research a place before visiting? why / why not? where would you get information of a place? can you give examples?

 Please leave your comments in at least 65-85 words

Target Language: Would, vocabulary related to the unit.

Deadline: May 21st

Kind regards,

Lucas Silva
English teacher

Fashion and Music [Seventh Grade]

Dear Students:

 For the third entry, we'll discuss about music and fashion. As you may know, there's a strong link between music and clothing. According to the text on page 41, do you know any other style that is influenced by music? What do you know about it? What music do you like? How often do you wear clothes related to music?

 Please leave your comments below in at leas 60-80 words.

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

Deadline: May 21st

Kind Regards,

Andres Muñoz
English Teacher

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