They will also read and perform scenes from Romeo and Juliet . Our Book Talk program is designed to foster reading for pleasure. Based on student contributions, a reading list is compiled of books TJ students are reading and enjoying. After students describe the books on the list to other students, each student chooses one to read and study. Each student will complete a guided reading log about the book.
Students meet to discuss their responses to the books they read as well as special literary topics.
Choosing reading material and discussing it thoughtfully with other students are important aspects of this program. Research and Computer Skills Students will participate in several extensive research units in conjunction with their study of biology and technology. Students will use the TJ library's extensive electronic resources as well as the world wide web. Students will learn to develop search strategies, evaluate sources, document sources and communicate their research. As part of the ninth grade program students will also create PowerPoint presentations, use electronic mail and the TJ computer network, and word process documents.