may 5

 JOURNAL TOPIC:

What is the historical significance of Cinco de Mayo, and what exactly does it have to do with the way the "holiday" is celebrated and marketed in American popular culture? 

AGENDA:
1. Journal
2. Beginnings
3. MGOTM

HW:
1. [Ongoing/Reminder] Bring your blog, literature analyses etc. up to date.  You/we do not want any unpleasant grading surprises in the weeks before graduation.
2. Masterpiece work