English
FCA #1= commas, typed paper and cover sheet, formatted correctly, 2 or less spelling errors, punctuation, capitalization
FCA #2= 4-6(use MCAS rubric) well developed paragraphs with intro, clear statement of opinion, supporting paragraphs with a least 2 supporting reasons, possible opposing views, and strong conclusion
FCA #3= FCAs are at top, papers stapled together & in order as instructed
Emma Devine
6/5/12
8-8
Persuasive Essay I believe community service will benefit the community and the character of those who participate. Community service provides us with many advantages and it should be a mandatory service all kids must complete. This is a continuing argument whether or not kids should complete community service and I believe that it is necessary. There are many pros and cons but it seems as if the pros have a bigger impact and the cons are just excuses not to go out and do something bigger then yourself. Many people complain about the hours, the drive behind it and more. Instead, people should embrace this change and make it possible in all schools, widespread. One reason community service would be a logical choice would be because it would benefit the community. If more people were serving, the streets would be cleaner, charities would gain money and so much more. The more hands and brains working on a project the greater a change can be made. Not only would it benefit the community but it would benefit the people who live in it aswell. This includes helping the poor, or those who can’t afford the necessities of everyday life. This also includes the senior citizens who need someone to help and take care of them. When people are out doing this community service it inspires others to join in and follow in their footsteps. It can cause them to make a difference like the students. It would lead to a chain reaction of good and inspired behavior, Not only does community service benefit the community but it also builds character of the
FCA #2= 4-6(use MCAS rubric) well developed paragraphs with intro, clear statement of opinion, supporting paragraphs with a least 2 supporting reasons, possible opposing views, and strong conclusion
FCA #3= FCAs are at top, papers stapled together & in order as instructed
Emma Devine
6/5/12
8-8
Persuasive Essay I believe community service will benefit the community and the character of those who participate. Community service provides us with many advantages and it should be a mandatory service all kids must complete. This is a continuing argument whether or not kids should complete community service and I believe that it is necessary. There are many pros and cons but it seems as if the pros have a bigger impact and the cons are just excuses not to go out and do something bigger then yourself. Many people complain about the hours, the drive behind it and more. Instead, people should embrace this change and make it possible in all schools, widespread. One reason community service would be a logical choice would be because it would benefit the community. If more people were serving, the streets would be cleaner, charities would gain money and so much more. The more hands and brains working on a project the greater a change can be made. Not only would it benefit the community but it would benefit the people who live in it aswell. This includes helping the poor, or those who can’t afford the necessities of everyday life. This also includes the senior citizens who need someone to help and take care of them. When people are out doing this community service it inspires others to join in and follow in their footsteps. It can cause them to make a difference like the students. It would lead to a chain reaction of good and inspired behavior, Not only does community service benefit the community but it also builds character of the