Monday:
Plan your response to the writing prompt
Jot down notes about the points you wish to make
write an outline and begin a rough draft of your material
-Be sure to use the 5 paragraph essay form

Timed Prompt

-Writing a persuasive essay

1. Teacher read PSSA instructions to the class.
2. Students will write for 30 minutes on the following prompt:

Write a letter convincing the administration to change our current cafeteria system. (i.e. incorporate a fast food restaurant into our cafeteria, revamp the current lunch system, or allow students to leave school during lunch time)

*State your opinion clearly
*Support your opinion with specific details
*Present your ideas clearly and logically
*Use words and well-constructed sentences
*Correct any errors in spelling, punctuation and capitalization


HINT:
Allow 4-5 minutes of the session to set your focus. This will help you leave enough time to develop your content and organize your ideas during the 30 minute session

Because a clear focus will help you complete the other stages more easily and successfully, you should work carefully


Tuesday
review your writing prompt
review your outline and rough draft
revise and edit your rough draft