Rosario's English Blog

 Writing prompt:  Troy’s complaint about the unfair job system, where African American men were not able to work certain positions, like being a driver instead of just a laborer, shows how racism shaped people’s opportunities in the 1950s. It made me think about how fairness and opportunity still aren’t equally distributed in society today. Even though laws have changed, people still face discrimination.  If I were in Troy’s situation, I would probably feel just as angry and discouraged. But I might try to do is speak up. I would also try to support and encourage other people to pursue opportunities.  Summary: Today in class we continued reading fences. Reflection: Today I learned more about the characters and trying to relate to them and put myself in their position. 

Writing prompt: Rose’s role as a wife and as a mother reflects the expectation of women back in 1950s by their sacrifices and strengthened the family. Her sense of duty impacts her relationship with Troy because in her mind, she stays committed to Troy dispite his mistakes. Everyday she tries to keep her household at peace. Rose sacrifices the most but she is able to stable Troy whenever a fight breaks out and just be an emotional support.  Summary: Today in class, we determined the connotation of the word ninja. Then we read Act 1 Scene 2.  Reflection:Today I learned more about how to identify connotation. 

 Writing Prompt: One truth I was afraid to accept was when my grandma passed away. It seems easy when you see things like that in movies, but completely different in real life. Although in my mind I knew what death meant, I always had the mindset that it wasn't going to happen to my family. It took me approximately 6 months to admit she was gone and let it process through me head. Until this day I miss her, but being able to accept the truth adds peace in my heart, my soul, and be able to help people find peace (my family). Summary: Today in class, we began to read the drama book out loud.  Reflection: Today I learned around the characteristics and personality of someone of the characters in the drama book fence. 

 Writing Prompt: one time I was judged unfairly was being left out from a group of white girl. I have nothing against them but based of their facial expressions and actions towards me was different. We had to get into groups at random and learn something from each and every one of them. I joined this one group and since a few of them already knew each other they were open to other but not me. They would skip my turn and just look at me like if I just landed on this planet. Once the timer went off I never spoke, I tried to because I wanted to make new friends, but I was silenced.  Summary: Today in class, we worked on a Common Lit Reflection: Today, I learned that being judge unfairly, especially if you don’t know the person, or in general, is cruel. No one likes to be judged because it just lowers our self esteem and our personality. It sometimes gives us a reason to change. 

Writing Prompt: There was this one time when I was called the word "Women". Although the word seems harmless, and that is what I am, I highly dislike that word. Although it is what I am, it was always said in a demanding and disrespectful way. One day, my brother called me. There are times he means it jokingly, but because I've previously told him not to call me that, it has become a habit. He noticed, but he brushed it off. My mother had accompanied me with my friends, who also called me "woman" jokily. In that moment, my brother snapped and defended me. Although I was grateful, I was also upset. I wondered, why is he mad if he calls me that too? Later that day, I was having a conversation with my brother, and they said if he did not want people to call me it he shouldn't either. I told him how that word made me feel and that he should not continue it. After that day, till this day, he has not called me a woman again.  Summary: Today in class, we listed 3 w...

Writing Prompt: One perspective that changed how I view a person was during my 8th-grade year. It was a time when we were coming back to in-person school. A few months before. My grandmother has passed away. I wanted to be stress-free and unbothered. It got to a point where I was failing almost all of my classes. However, never once did I want to ask for help. One day, I was talking to my teachers, and they made me realize I couldn't use that as an excuse anymore. Although it sounded a little harsh, I was blaming everything and everyone around me. However, in reality, it was just me. Due to that conversation. I was able to wake up and start doing my work, finding alternatives to pass this grade. This shaped me to focus on what is in front of me and make everyone around me proud. We're going to have our ups, downs, and very lows, but that should not stop us.  Summary: Today in class, we worked on a Common Lit assignment.  Reflection: Today, I learned that a single story is neve...

 Writing Prompt: The classmate's presentation that stood out to me was Richard's. It is different in many ways, but I like how he went into details. He is very family-oriented, and how much he values his mom stands out to me. It brings me back to how in any Hispanic/Latino household, we honor so much out mothers and grandmothers the most. Although he had trouble with public speaking, he explained very well.  Summary: Today in class, we listened to everyone's presentations.  Reflection: Today in class, I learned that although we chose certain topics for our presentations, it was the most important subjects to go over. I feel like it covered everyone's story, whether it was childhood culture or retaliation towards family. I really learned so much about my classmates. 

 Writing prompt: If it were my first time hearing about Hispanic/Latino heritage, I would be curious about their traditions and foods. I am a very big food person, so I would be very willing to try all. I want to know how their seasonings differ from mine and how I can apply them to mine as well. Additionally, I would be very curious about their traditions. The majority of people do celebrate the same traditions like birthdays, singing the song, or Christmas, giving presents, and putting up a tree. I want to know what other traditions do they do, how can I be a part of it?  Summary: Today in class, we saw a video about a boy and his mother moving to the USA. Then we answered 6 questions about the video.  Reflection: Today i learned how much my mother worked hard to give me the best life. Sometimes I would take it for granted and throw it away. However, I know now how grateful I should be and honor her. 

Writing Prompt: The best learning method I enjoy in class is class discussions. Not only does it help me in speaking out loud, but I also like to hear people's opinions nd ideas. I am very open-minded and understanding.. Being able to discuss as a class helps me understand as well, and also the teacher pitches in on our opinions and perceives them.  Summary: Today in class, we did independent work  Reflection: Today, I learned what I enjoy most about Mr.Rease's class and how to speak out loud. 

 Writing Prompt: One gender expectation that has been particularly challenging for me to maintain is having more female friends than male friends. Growing up, I surrendered myself to having guy friends because my brothers, in a way, raised me. I would dress and act like a boy at times, even though I was the opposite gender. Everyone who was Hispanic would look at me when I was in public. Now that I am older, I understand that we young ladies should be dressing pleasantly and neatly. However, I didn't like it at times; it didn't feel like me. Now, there are moments when I want to be girly, but I would not hesitate to dress like I used to. I do want to try being more girly because I wouldn't want to seem like I am disrespecting my culture. I just focused more on my identity than my culture, and I know I can balance them and be satisfied with both.  Summary: Today in class, we read the story "Why I Want a Wife" and were able to write 15 things on why i want a husband...

 Writing Prompt: One thing I love about the lakeside community is that it is very diverse. Although it is diverse, we can touch each and every part of it. I am the type of person who loves seeing everyone happy and smiling. I show off my school spirit by participating in the spirit weeks. We have them at least 2-3 times a year, and I enjoy them so much. It is also my favorite tradition at Lakeside High School. Summary: Today, we presented our project  Reflection: Today I learned new things about people based on their storymap! 

 Writing prompt; In my option, it just depends where my college application gets accepted. I wouldn’t mind being in state or out of state. If I had to choose one I would love to be in state. Wether I’m hours away I would still feel at home. Of course I would have to adapt to the area I’m in.  Summary: Today we were working on our story maps  Reflection: today I learned how to use story map 

 Writing Prompt: Growing up, it was mandatory, according to my mom, to serve in our church. There were many options I could have done so, but my mom thought dancing was for me. There were moments where I did like it, but that didn't feel enough for me. I served in the dance ministry for 9 years of my life. Slowly, throughout those years, I felt so drained and was always questioning my purpose. I never went against my mother because at the moment, she was more strict and very religious. Until one day, I had finally had enough. I told my mother I didn't want to dance anymore. I can see anger in her eyes. I already knew how it was going to go, but I also knew that yelling and causing a scene was not the way to go. She was, of course, yelling and trying to understand (this was at church). I simply said I couldn't do it anymore. I'm supposed to enjoy serving the lord, but how can I do that if I feel empty and remorseful? During that year, I was taking singing classes at scho...

Writing Prompt: So far, Multicultural lit is the perfect amount of difficulty. It has definitely challenged my critical thinking and open to exploring different possibilities. I really enjoy reading as a class and talking out loud about what we've read. I'm excited for what else is to come from this class. There are times it gets challenging, but I feel like I can overcome it by simply asking for help or staying on top of my work. Summary: Today in class, we were working on our vocabulary presentation. Reflection: Today, I learned knew words and their meaning and how to be able to diffrenciate them from similar words.