Week 7 Prompt Essay

Discrimination

The Prompt…
Tell me of a time you were discriminated against and how you felt about it.

To explore your feelings

Sometimes You Gotta Teach in Green Socks

Well, today was fun.  It rained most of the day, which meant I had to drive to my schools in the rain.  I hate driving in the rain.  I spent my full lunch time sitting in the car, watching comedy videos on YouTube as I waited out the rain.

When I went to my last school, I had to cross the river.  So, it was the street, but the water was high enough that I was wading through water.  My left foot got wet; shoe, sock, and feet.  My right shoe only got wet.  I was miserable and cold when I got into the building.  The secretary let me borrow her floor heater for a few minutes.  That warmed me up, but I still had a wet left foot.

I asked the nurse if she had a pair of socks.  Thankfully, she did.  Went to class, fussed at them for being so disruptive, got them writing their in-class essay, then changed into the socks.

I taught class in striped green socks (no shoes).  Mind you, I didn’t have on anything green.  My color scheme was brown and yellow.

I’m a fighter.  I’ma make it do what it do!

Talking About Sensitive Subjects...

Today in 1301 (three times), I discussed the quote for the Explanatory Quote essay we wrote today.  It was a hard day.

The Quote: Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are. -Benjamin Franklin

When I was reviewing the lesson for this week, the only things that kept popping into my head as I thought about this quote was the Botham Jean case.  It was heavy in my spirit to discuss this with the class as an example of the quote.  I couldn't get it out of my spirit.  It was hard.

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It had me in tears, amongst other emotions in the front of my students.  I ain't even like that.  I don't like discussing sensitive topics in my classes.  But, if my tear filled discourse inspired one student to think differently about police brutality, then those few minutes of emotion was worth it.

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More Information on Botham Jean Case

The Botham Jean Story - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8zFJTtYEhY

George Mason addresses the killing of Botham Jean - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwMEdIwRsY4

Congressman Beto O'Rourke, Pastor George Mason Stand Up For Botham Jean - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mT5VUvCleyo

#justice4bothamjean

Week 6 Explanatory Quote Essay

From… Benjamin Franklin

“Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are.”

Week 6 Prompt Essay

Valuable…

The Prompt…
Write about an item you own that is not worth much money but has great value to you.

Use this prompt to display your Pathos about the item.

Week 5 Explanatory Quote Essay

From… Ann Lamott

“Almost all good writing begins with terrible first efforts. You need to start somewhere.”

Week 5 Prompt Essay

Unique or Special Skill

The Prompt…
What would you describe to be your most unique or special skill that differentiates you from everyone else?

Week 4 Explanatory Quote Essay

From… Napoleon Hill

“A goal is a dream with a deadline.”

Week 4 Prompt Essay

Letter to Yourself

The Prompt...

Write a letter to yourself discussing:
What advice would you give your younger self that could drastically change your life? Also explain why would it change your life?

This essay will help you practice metacognitive thinking and reflective writing.

Week 3 Explanatory Quote Essay

From Shiv Khera

“Your positive action combined with positive thinking results in success.”