MENTARI INTERCULTURAL SCHOOL Grand Surya

Jl. Paradise Boulevard Utara Blok Paradise 16, Taman Surya 6

Pegadungan, Kalideres, Jakarta Barat 11830
Phone: 021-22522600; www.mis.sch.id
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READING WEEK 2021

Theme: Reading: Breaking through the Barriers
October 18 – 22, 2021

I. Timetable

Date / Time Activity PIC

Pre-Reading Week Activities (during English periods)

September 13 - 17 Introduce Prologue Reels (scriptwriting/ planning)

October 4 -6 Recording of Prologue Reels
October 6 -8 Introduce Spoken Poetry (scriptwriting/planning)
October 8 - Submission of Prologue Reels
October 11-14 Recording of spoken poetry
October 18 - Submission of recorded spoken poetry

Reading Week Activities

II. ACTIVITY 1: PROLOGUE REELS

A. Participants:
7th to 12th

B. Objectives:
1. To arouse students’ interests in reading variety of materials
2. To develop an ever-improving capability to use English to think
and communicate; to acquire, develop and apply knowledge
3. To encourage higher-level thinking and creativity through ICT,
particularly in video-editing and use of social media.
4. To encourage students to become promoters of the use of English
language;
C. Guidelines and Mechanics
1. Students must create a prologue of a book of their interest. This can be
done individually, by pair, or by group of 3.
2. The point of view of the prologue should be from one of the characters
from the book.
3. Students must portray the character chosen in delivering the prologue.
(Clothes, voice, attitude, etc.)
4. Each video must be 30-60 seconds long.
5. Prior to submission of video, drafts/scripts must be submitted and
approved by their English teacher.
6. Videos must be uploaded in their Instagram account. Captions must
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Jl. Paradise Boulevard Utara Blok Paradise 16, Taman Surya 6
Pegadungan, Kalideres, Jakarta Barat 11830
Phone: 021-22522600; www.mis.sch.id
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Include the hashtag: #misgsreadingweek2021 and mention
@mis_grandsurya, @misgs_activities, the official Instagram accounts of
the school.
7. All outputs will be marked and recorded as a project in the
English subject.
8. Top 3 entries will be selected per class to be ranked and judged in
the finals.
9. There will be three winners per level.
10. The winning entries will be reposted by the school’s official
accounts.
10. Judges: Mr Fabien, Pak Hari, Ms Filia, Ms Dewi, Ms Putri
D. Criteria for Judging
Area of Excellent Average Below Average Score
Focus High Achieving Moderate Poor
17-20 points each Achieving 16 -14 0-13 points each
points each

Concept The video has a The video Weak

strong and effective demonstrates a key connection to
concept. concept. Ideas are the theme/topic.
Idea is not fully Unclear –
communicated well. communicated. The ideas seem
The video clearly video somewhat random. Little to
addresses the addresses the no evidence of
theme/topic. Video theme/topic and thought, creativity.
shows evidence of shows some Further
imagination, evidence of brainstorming ideas
creativity and thoughtfulness. is
thoughtfulness. recommended.

Content Subject knowledge is Subject knowledge is Some subject

evident evident in much of knowledge is
throughout (more than the output. evident. Some
required). All Information are clear, information are
information is clear, appropriate, and confusing, incorrect
appropriate, and correct. or flawed.
correct.

Digital Digital enhancements Digital enhancements Little or no

elements (voice
and over/music/original
effects sound) are planned
and purposeful,
adding impact to the
story line or focus.
accompany video, but enhancements add
there is little sign of interest to the
reinforcement. Some video, or excessive
tendency toward use of random
randomness with enhancements
effects. detracts from the
video.
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Jl. Paradise Boulevard Utara Blok Paradise 16, Taman Surya 6
Pegadungan, Kalideres, Jakarta Barat 11830
Phone: 021-22522600; www.mis.sch.id
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III. ACTIVITY 3: SHS SPOKEN POETRY

A. PARTICIPANTS:
Grades 10 - 12 students

B. OBJECTIVES:
1. To write a spoken word or poetry based on the theme of their assigned novel
2. To deliver the poetry or spoken word rhythmically with clever intonation and
performing arts techniques
3. To enhance their digital technology and creative skills through video recording
and video editing
4. To provide a meaningful output that displays an emotional connection with the
topic and engages audience to take action

C. GUIDELINES:
1. Each student is expected to write an emotional piece or a poem based on the
theme of their assigned novel. The piece or poem should contain 4 -10 stanzas
of 4 lines each.

Grade Level 10 11 12

Novel Greek Mythology The Joy Luck Animal Farm

Club

Sample Themes Human Flaws Mother- daughter The dangers of

relationships totalitarianism
Reward for
goodness and The power of Class conflict and
retribution for evil storytelling exploitation
(payback &
reward) Cultural identity Identity and
competition
The dominance of Legacy
fate Language as
Sacrifice power
Selfish love
Sexism and Revolution and
Unrequited love power corruption

Physical beauty Immigration,

language and
mistranslation

2. All poems or emotional pieces should be approved by the English teacher. The
written output will be recorded as a quiz and a classwork.
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Jl. Paradise Boulevard Utara Blok Paradise 16, Taman Surya 6
Pegadungan, Kalideres, Jakarta Barat 11830
Phone: 021-22522600; www.mis.sch.id
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3. Then students start to practice delivering the spoken poetry, record their
performance and edit their video. The video will be recorded as a project and K4.
4. Sounds, instrumental or music background is allowed to complement the
delivery.
5. The spoken poetry video should run for 2 - 3 minutes only.
6. The submission of the video is on 18th October while the posting of the video
will be on the 22nd October.
7. The video should be posted in the student’s personal IG account on 22nd
October, include the official hashtag #misgsreadingweek2021 and tag
@mis_grandsurya and @misgs_studentactivities.
8. The English teacher will choose the Top 12 per grade level to be viewed and
judged by 2 teachers and JHS students on 21st October.
9. Three winners per level will be selected. Announcement of winners will be on the
22nd October. The winning entries will be reposted by the school’s IG accounts.

D. RUBRIC
Phase II: Poetry Writing

Area of Focus Descriptions Marks Student’s

Score

Relevance to the 40%

theme · Entire poem shows reflection
and expression of a particular
theme.

· Supportive ideas are relevant &

original throughout.

· Poem gives real insight into the

writer's character and point of view.

Coherence of form 20%

and structure · All lines and stanzas are
carefully chosen to reinforce
rhythm.

· The poem is organized in a way

that naturally lends itself to spoken
word.

Creativity/Style and 20%

Originality · Utilizes numerous effective
poetic devices or figurative
language.

Clarity of Imagery 20%

and language · Uses vivid, detailed images and
rich, imaginative language.
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Jl. Paradise Boulevard Utara Blok Paradise 16, Taman Surya 6
Pegadungan, Kalideres, Jakarta Barat 11830
Phone: 021-22522600; www.mis.sch.id
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Phase II: Spoken Words

Area of Focus Description Marks Student’s

Score

Message / Content 20%

· The content of the spoken piece
is relevant and related to the theme.

· The piece has a powerful and

meaningful message to the
audience.

Concept 20%
· The video has a strong and
effective concept.

· The theme or message of the

spoken words/poetry is
communicated well.

· The video clearly addresses the

theme/topic.

· Video shows evidence of

imagination, creativity and
thoughtfulness.

Delivery and 40%

Performance · The spoken piece is delivered
from the heart.

· Connection to the audience was

established from the start.

· Facial expression, hand and body

gestures emphasized the different
elements of the performance.

· Eye contact pulled the audience

to the message of the spoken words.

· Audience’s attention and interest

were captured and sustained
throughout the delivery.

· Enunciation is clear. Audience

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Jl. Paradise Boulevard Utara Blok Paradise 16, Taman Surya 6
Pegadungan, Kalideres, Jakarta Barat 11830
Phone: 021-22522600; www.mis.sch.id
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can understand what is being

spoken.

· Words are pronounced

distinctly and correctly. Does not
stutter or stammer.

Overall Impact 20%

· The student’s physical
presence, voice and articulation,
dramatic appropriateness, and
evidence of understanding all seem
on target and unified to breathe life
into the piece.

· Total success of the

performance, the degree to which
the recitation has become more than
the sum of its parts. Did the student
bring the audience to a better
understanding of the theme through
the poetry piece?