Science 7

The tests that were taken on Thursday, 12/18/08, were handed back to the students. They looked over the tests and we talked about any questions/concerns in regards to the test. There are some students who have not taken the test, so I collected them at the end of the hour.

Hours 1, 2, and 4 were assigned the Chapter One Review and Assessment. They had time to work on it this afternoon and it is due when they return to school on Monday, 1/5/09.

Have a great winter break and enjoy your time off from school! Hopefully no more Christmas trees fall over inside the house :)

Social Studies 7

Most classes completed the Anthropology readings and correlating worksheets. There is no new assignment for over the break.

Applied Math 7

Corrected Lesson 40 together. Test 8 review in class. No homework, but remember to bring your reviews to use on the test. The test will be the first day we are back from break, due to last Friday's snow day.

Applied Math 8

Reviewed and corrected Lesson 3-7: Dividing Integers
Assignment: Complete the 3-7 Worksheet - more practice dividing integers. This can be turned in today, or kept until we are back from break.

Science 8

We had a pop quiz today on chapter three. With the number of snow days...we have gotten behind a bit. Students were allowed to use all notes/worksheets as notes on this quiz.

All extra credit is due today as well.

Chapter 3.4 review is due today (this was assigned last Thursday)

Students were also given time to complete the "meiosis/baby" activity we started last week Tuesday.

No regular science class on Tuesday due to our field trip! Have a great winter break!

Literature 8

Today was an organization day.

1. Chapter 7-12 review was due today. Any student who did not have it finished had time to complete it.

2. All missing/late work was announced today. It needs to be in by tomorrow A.M. at the latest.

Note:Although this is not the best time to "pause" our reading of "The Red Badge..." we have no choice. When we come back from winter break I will review where we are/what has happened and we will continue the story!

No Literature classes on Tuesday due to our field trip.

Social Studies 8

All present 8th grade students participated in the Search Survey during the first part of Social Studies class. This is a voluntary, confidential survey that asks students about some of their experiences. The surveys are scored by the Search Institute in Minneapolis, and results are then reported to the school as a whole.

If there was time after the survey, we reviewed the first two sections of Chapter 11 (Europe) and went over locations for the Chapter 11 Map Quiz which will focus on bodies of water and capital cities.

Updated grade sheets were posted this morning.

Science 7

Today we took our test for Chapter One...Mapping Earth's Surface. No Homework

Algebra

Chapter review, pages 264-266. Problems 1-32. Test and note check on Monday.

7th Grade Homework

Took quiz today. Homework, chapter 4 review. Pages 186-188. Problems 12-66 even. Test on and note check on Monday.

Pre-Algebra

Quiz today. Homework, chapter 4 review. Pages 198-200. Problems 9-31. Test and note check on Monday.

Social Studies 7

Again, we continued our readings and discussions on anthropology. Mrs. Moran's class took Readings Assignment home to complete.

Science 8

We are finishing up our meiosis "offspring" project. A chapter 3.4 review assignment was passed out as homework for Monday.

Literature 8

I read chapter 9 to the class. I assigned 10-12 with review question/vocabulary from 7-12. This assignment is due on Monday. Friday will be a work/help day.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 40: Adding and Subtracting Decimals
Assignment: finish the Lesson 40 worksheet - #1-16 were done together in class.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-7: Dividing Integers

The same rules apply as multiplying integers

Assignment: p. 140 #4-32

Social Studies 8

Today we begin our study of Europe. We discussed that Europe is a giant peninsula made up of many smaller peninsulas. We briefly reviewed important landforms such as the Alps, and natural resources found in Europe such as uranium, hydroelectric power, and geothermal power.

Students are to read Section 2 (Classical Greece and Rome) and complete the Europe map IN CLASS.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 4-8, pages 196-197. Problems 6-22, 26-29. Quiz tomorrow, test and note grade on Monday.

Science 8

Our Meiosis activity continued today. Students should have their "offspring's" genotypes mostly decided and will be completing the activity in class on Thursday.
Chapter three test is scheduled for Monday.
Science Showcase was assigned and is due on Jan. 19th.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-7, pages 184-185. Problems 7-23. Quiz tomorrow, test and note grade on Monday.

Algebra

Lesson 4.8, pages 260-262. Problems 21-53, 68-78 even, and quiz 3, 2-18 even. Test and notes on Monday.

Literature 8

We read chapter 7-8 together in class.

Science 7

Today we reviewed for the test tomorrow. The test is on Chapter One - Mapping Earth's Surface. Homework for tonight is to STUDY!!!

Social Studies 7

In class we continued our discussion about Anthropology. The students worked on their reading assignments in class.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 38: Decimal Numbers on the Number Line
Assignment: Lesson 38 Worksheet

Applied Math

Lesson 3-7 continued.
Assignment: 3-5 worksheet

Social Studies 8

Unit 3 Test today.
Assignment: Read Ch. 11, Section 1 (Europe). Clean ch. 7-10 materials out of folders and turn in any missing work from Unit 3.

Science 7

Today we discussed the assignment that was given yesterday in class, the Chapter 1, section 4 assessment. We also talked about the pixel pictures that were done by the students.
The remainder of the period was spent review the chapter...as a reminder, we have a test on Chapter ONE scheduled for this Thursday, 12/18/08.

Social Studies 7

Yesterday we started a new unit, Anthropology. Both yesterday and today we began introductions to the topic and the students worked on Reading Summaries in class.

Algebra

Lesson 4.7, pages 252-255. Problems 20-36 even, 44-48, and 52-66. Test and note check on Monday.

7th Grade Math

Finish yesterday's homework, worksheets. Today's homework is Lesson 4-6, page 180. Problems 8-25. Quiz Friday, test and note check on Monday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 4-7, pages 190-191. Problems 6-33. Quiz on Friday, test and note check on Monday.

Science 8

Chapter 3.3 Meiosis assignment was corrected. We discussed meiosis and our partner activity. Students will be pairing up, determining their traits, simulate meiosis and produce an "offspring" sharing the traits from the "parents". Any genetic disorders will be researched.

Literature 8

Chapter 5-6 was discussed/reviewed. The review assignment turned in and extra credit offered. Extra credit is due Friday!

Applied Math 7

Lesson 37 - Rounding Decimal Numbers
Assignment: Lesson 37 worksheet (practice - #6 were done together in class)

Applied Math 8

Students with a C or lower on the Mid-Chapter test were given the opportunity to make corrections. 1/2 point will be given for each correction made.
Lesson 3-6: Multiplying Integers.
Assignment: p. 136 #4-23, 26-31, 36-42

Social Studies 8

Partner Jeopardy for review of Unit 3. The last half of class students were paired with a different partner to review notes for the Unit 3 test tomorrow.
Take your notes home and study for the Unit 3 Test!!

Science 8

Finish the questions from our DNA extraction lab.
Read pages 92-96
Complete the review questions worksheet
Illustrate (with descriptions) meiosis on the back of the review sheet.

Literature 8

Read chapter 5-6 and complete the review questions for Tuesday

Applied Math 7

Corrected Lesson 36.
Lesson 37: Reading, Writing, and Comparing Decimal Numbers
Assignment: complete the Lesson 37 worksheet - fraction problems were done together in class.

Health 8

Students learned how to check a conscious ill or injured person and how to recognize and care for shock.

Health 7

We went over the growth years today in class highlighting the develomental stages, adolescence and puberty.
Assignment: Read pp. 159-165 in book and complete handout.

Applied Math 8

Chapter 3 Mid-Chapter Test
Assignment: 3-5 Packet due tomorrow.

Social Studies 8

Chapter 10 Reviews due today.
Chapter 10 Quiz.
Assignment: Unit 3 Review - can turn in today, otherwise, due tomorrow.
Remember, the Unit 3 Test is on Wednesday, so take your notes home and study!

7th Grade Math

Students took test and quiz, no homework. Already graded and scores are posted.

Pre-Algebra

Students took test and quiz, no homework. Already graded and scores are posted.

Algebra

Lesson 4.6 Part 1, pages 244-245. Problems 14-50 evens.

Science 7

Today we continued our discussion on technology in mapping. The students are to finish Key terms and concepts for 1.4 and complete their pixel drawing.

Have a great weekend!

Applied Math 7

Lesson 36: Decimal Fractions and Decimal Place Value
Assignment: Lesson 36- no #15, no #28-30 due Monday.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 3-5.
Assignment (due in class): P. 116 - Mid-Chapter Review
Mid-Chapter Test on Monday.

Social Studies 8

Review of Unit Test material from Chapters 7-10
Students were given the Chapter 10 review for Monday's quiz. This review covers all the material that will be on the quiz. It is due Monday.
Students need to study for the Chapter 10 Quiz and the Unit 3 Test over the weekend.

Science 7

Continuing with talking about longitude, latitude, the prime meridian, etc. - we corrected and discussed the GRS 1.2 about the Models of Earth.

The students also read a brief passage on technology, GPS, pixels, digitizing and more. The assignment was to complete the key terms/concepts for 1.3.

Social Studies 7

Today was opportunity for a few students to take a retest for the Sociology test. Students needed to hand in the correctives and in Mrs. Moran's class, had to have the first test signed by a parent/guardian turned in today.
No further assignment that needs to be done at home tonight.

Pre-Algebra

Mid-chapter 4 test, page 174. Problems 1-16. Study guide worksheets, all problems. Enrichment is extra-credit. Test/quiz/note grade tomorrow.

7th Grade Math

Mid-chapter 4 practice, page 170. Problems 1-20. Do evens on worksheets, enrichment extra-credit. Test/quiz/note grade tomorrow.

Algebra

Lesson 4.5, pages 238-240. Problems 23-37 and 44-62 even.

Science 8

We corrected page 89 questions 1-5 and completed a "traits" lab on pages 82-83 with a partner.
Note: Third hour did not have class today due to the "Reach" test...their questions should be turned into the basket on Friday if not earlier.

Literature 8

No classes today due to the "Reach" test.

Remember that chapters 3-4 should be read by Friday

Applied Math 7

Commonly made mistakes on the test review were addressed at the beginning of the hour.

Test 7 today - no homework.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-5: Subtracting Integers
Assignment: p. 130 #4-27, 30 -40 (#4-11 were done together in class)

Social Studies 8

Students in Periods 1-3 took the Explore Test in the IMC. 4th Hour students reviewed materials for the upcoming Chapter 10 Quiz (Monday) and Unit 3 Test (Wednesday). Students were again reminded to take their notes home to STUDY.

Vocab/Map packets are due tomorrow for 2nd and 3rd hours - many students in 1st hour still need to turn in these packets as well

Algebra

Lesson 4.4, part 2. Pages 231-233. Problems 51-60 and 72-95.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-5, pages 174-175. Problems 11-39. Mid-chapter test, quiz and notes on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 4-5, pages 181-182. Problems 6-16 and 20-25. Mid-chapter test, quiz and notes on Friday.

Science 7

We worked on the GRS 1.2 for the Models of Earth section. Most students finished in class. We talked about the different types of projections (Mercator, Equal-Area, and Conic) and various latitudes and longitude lines.

Remember test on 12/18/08

Applied Math 7

Corrected Lesson 35.
Assignment: Test 7 review - the test is tomorrow!

Social Studies 7

The students completed their correctives in class today. They must turn them in tomorrow before taking the re-test.

Applied Math 8

We reviewde Less 3-4 (Adding Integers) and corrected Monday's assignment.
Today's assignment is the 3-4 Packet.

Science 8

Our Punnett square practice sheets were corrected today. We discussed human traits today in class. The assignment for today is to read pages 84-89 in their text AND complete questions 1-5 All for Thursday

Literature 8

Chapters 1-2 review questions were turned in today...or should have been! Read chapters 3-4 for Thursday. (I read chapter three to the class)

Social Studies 8

Today students reviewed Chapters 7-9 for the Unit 3 Test. We also reviewed Chapter 10, sections 1-2 for the Chapter 10 Quiz. The Chapter 10 Quiz will be either this Friday or next Monday depending on when the Explore test is rescheduled. Students need to be bringing home their study guides to review on a nightly basis.

Assignment: Read Chapter 10, Section 3 and complete the notes. Vocab/map packet - can be turned in today, or taken home and finished as homework.

Algebra

Lesson 4.4, Part 1. Pages 230-231. Problems 12-20, 22-48 even.

Science 8

Punnett squares continued. The students shared the results of the pea crossings with the class.

A practice sheet was assigned...Due Tuesday!

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-4, pages 168-169. Problems 8-40 and 43-49. Test/quiz/notes on Thursday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 4-4, pages 172-173. Problems 11-42 and 45-48. Test/quiz/notes on Thursday.

Science 7

Today we read 1.2 Mapping the Earth. The students are to complete Key Terms/Concepts for 1.2. Most finished in class today.
We will have our test on 12/18/08

Literature 8

We reviewed Chapters 1-2. Questions were assigned as homework. Most students finished during work time.

Social Studies 7

The students were given their test back today. We reviewed the test in class, and they were handed back in. The students that earned an 80% or lower have an opportunity for a retake. In order to qualify for the retake, the students must complete the corrections packet (using complete sentences and following all directions). Also, Mrs. Moran's class has to have their test signed if student earned below a 75%

Health 7

Students took their ALcohol, and Other Drug Awareness unit test in class.
Permission slips for Human Growth and Development were due today. If they are not returned by Wed. students will not be able to remain in class and will be given an alternate assignment.

Health 8

Check, call, care- action steps were covered inclass today. Students learned how to remove gloves to prevent disease transmission and how to cehck a conscious adult.

Students shoud continue working on their nutrition projects. The first and second three day food log comparison is due Wednesday.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-4: Adding Integers
Assignment: p. 122-123 #5-22, #31-42 (#5-10 were done together in class)

Social Studies 8

Chapter 9 Quiz today. Students who were absent last Friday took their map quizzes and worked on the Chapter 9 Review.
Assignment: Read Chapter 10 (Brazil) Sections 1-2 and complete the notes

Langauge Arts - 8 (12/8-12/12)

This week we are working on vocabulary words that deal with fairness and unfairness. The packet is due on Wednesday along with the quiz being on Thursday.

Monday we are going to be working on the nonverbal cues behind our voices: pitch, tone, volume, articulation, and accent. We will be doing some practice with different vocal cues and preparing for our speeches that begin Wednesday. Remember to bring in a monologue, children's story, or poem to read for the class. You will be graded on your interpretation of the reading using your body language, gestures, facial exressions, pitch, tone, volume, etc. The speech will be worth 50 points so make sure to practice!

Science 7

The students finished their salt dough maps. They painted the models and map, made corresponding keys, and gave the various definitions and types of land forms (coastal plains, interior plains, mountains, mt. ranges, plateau, etc).
Have a great weekend!

Social Studies 7

Today students took their test on Unit 4 - Sociology.

Algebra

Students took a quiz on lessons 4.1 thru 4.3. Homework is extra practice worksheet 4.3B, problems 1-32.

7th Grade Math

Students took a short test today. Homework is Page 572, lesson 4-3. Problems 2-26 (check your solutions).

Applied Math 8

Today we reviewed Lesson 3-3 (the Coordinate Plane) and corrected yesterday's assignment.

Today's assignment is the 3-3 Packet which includes one page where students work with a map of the world - students can take an atlas home with them if they do not complete the assignment in class today.

Science 8

I missed Thursday...sorry!

We practiced Punnett squares yesterday...with students expected to complete some on their own. Today we will correct and discuss the correct answers. We will also pair up and predict offspring from "pea" traits as Mendel did about 200 years ago.

Literature 8

I missed Thursday...my apologies!

Today we discussed the reading assigned for today...chapters 1-2...in The Red Badge of courage. We had a mini history lesson on the civil war and labeled a U.S. map accordingly.

Pre-Algebra

Pop test today of 10 questions on the last two lessons. Homework: Page 624, lesson 4-3 (1-6).

Social Studies 8

Chapter 9 Map Quiz and Note Check today. Both grades will be posted on Family Access today.

Students were given an in-class review assignment for the Chapter 9 Quiz on Monday. The review included all 50 questions that will be on Monday's quiz.

Remember to study for the Quiz!

Algebra

Lesson 4.3, pages 221-224. Problems 14-54 even, 64-66, and quiz 1 (1-16). Quiz tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 33: Average Part 1
Assignment: Set 33 #1-13, 16-24 (1-6 and 19-24 - the word problems and fraction problems - were done together in class)

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-3: The Coordinate Plane

Assignment: p. 114 #3-40 NO 30-31 (3-8 were done together in class)

Science 7

Today the students had a land formation lab. They worked in groups to form the 3 main types of land formations that we are studying out of salt dough. They also made a map of the continental United States and showed its topography. The maps will dry over night and the students will continue to work on them tomorrow (making legends, painting, explaining the concepts of elevation as it is related to relief, and more).

Social Studies 7

We discussed the review part 2 for tomorrow's test. The students were given the two review assignments that were completed and corrected in class to use as a study guide for tomorrow's test. These reviews must be turned in tomorrow in order to receive full credit.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-3, pages 162-163. Problems 4-41. Extra credit due tomorrow.

Social Studies 8

Today we reviewed ALL sections of Chapter 9 for the Quiz on Monday. We also reviewed the Chapter 9 map for the Map Quiz tomorrow. Remember, the note check is also tomorrow, so make sure all your study guides are filled in.

Students were given a 10 question vocabulary worksheet as an in-class assignment - these should have been turned in before leaving.

The last 15 minutes of class time were given for students to study for the map quiz and the chapter quiz.

Parents, if you are concerned that you haven't seen any social studies homework, maps and study guides can be taken home. Quiz questions come right off the study guides, so if you would like to help your child study for Monday's quiz, have them bring home their study guides home and go over that information with them.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 4-3, pages 168-169. Problems 6-19 and 21-24. Extra-credit due tomorrow.

Family and Consumer Education - 8th Grade

The students have begun their Food Service Unit in both 2nd and 3rd hours. They should be reviewing their vocabulary of cooking terms and equivalents from last year. We will be working toward our food service simulation which should be hold after the new year.

The students in 1st hour will be studying the qualities of employable teens and working on their Architectural Design unit.

Science 8

We corrected and discussed G. Mendel and vocabulary questions 1-15. The students went into the computer lab to complete a genetic web lab. No homework!

http://www2.edc.org/weblabs/mendel/mendelmenu.html

Literature 8

We began reading "The Red Badge of Courage" today starting only with the introduction. The students were asked to define bravery and answer a few questions.

Algebra

Graphing Linear Equations :) Lesson 4.2, pages 214-215. Problems 16-64 even.

Health 8

Students handed in their food log and graphs today as well as suggestions for diet improvements. Students should be keeping track of their food intake for a three day period, implementing their suggestions. The food log should be completed by Tuesday, Dec. 9.

Students also completed their Nutrition Unit test in class today.

All should continue working on their semester health goal.

Health 7

Studens learned about inhalant abuse and how to keep themselves safe when around toxic fumes.

A permssion slip for Human Growth and Development was given to each student. It must be signed and returned by Monday, Dec. 8. Any questions or concerns please contact Mrs. Kutz at school, 495-7101 ext. 2109.

Applied Math 7

Corrected Lesson 31. Students were again encouraged to make ALL corrections on their assignments for the best grade possible. Homework scores are just as important as test scores.
Lesson 32- Two-Step Word Problems - the practice problems and #1-6 were done together as a class.
Homework: Complete the Lesson 32 worksheet.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 3-2 #5-31 and reviewed comparing and ordering integers.
Assignment: 3-2 Packet

Pre-Algebra

Homework: Page 624, Lesson 4-1. Problems 1-20. Lesson 4-2, problems 1-7. Extra-credit due on Friday.

7th Grade Math

Homework: Page 572, Lesson 4-2. Problems 1-30. Check your solutions. Extra-credit due on Friday.

Social Studies 8

Today we reviewed Chapter 9, Section 3: Colombia and Venezuela as well as reviewing Sections 1 and 2 for the quiz on Monday.
Students were given back their Chapter 9 maps and we went over the places on the quiz using the new overhead. The Chapter 9 Map Quiz and Note Check are on Friday.
Assignment: Read Sections 4-5 (Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and the Southern Cone) and complete the notes. Study all notes and the Chapter 9 map for upcoming quizzes!

Science 7

We are starting a new chapter today...as well as using a new book! We are now studying about the Earth's surface. We're reading section 1.1 today in class and discussing the main ideas and terms.

We will be talking about topography (elevation, relief) and land forms/regions (plains, plateaus, and mountain)

Social Studies 7

We are continuing to review for our upcoming test on Friday 12/5/08. Today students will begin a new review on Sociology.
Yesterday students received information in regards to options for this units "projects". They are not mandatory, but are needed in order to gain an A in the class. These projects are due this Friday.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 31- Multiples and Least Common Multiple
Assignment: Complete the Lesson 31 Worksheet

Algebra

Lesson 4.1, pages 206-208. Problems 14-26 even, 27-31 all, 35-38 all and 42-52 even.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-2, pages 158-159. Problems 4-38.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 4-2, pages 163-164. Problems 7-18 and 20-24.

Science 8

Introduction to Mendel and the many vocabulary terms used in chapter three. The students were given a reading and 15 questions to answer for tomorrows homework.

Literature 8

A review of novels occurred today with a selection made!
"The Red Badge of Courage" by: Stephen Crane
We will start the novel tomorrow.

Health 7

Students learned about inhalant abuse in class today. Ways to protect yourself against toxic chemicals was discussed.

Health 8

Students handed in their food log and graphs today. Suggestions for diet improvements are due on Thursday.
Students also completed their Nutrition Unit test in class today.

All should continue working on their semester health goal.

Applied Math 8

Today we corrected the 3-1 Packet (from last week Monday!) then moved on to Lesson 3-2: Comparing and Ordering Integers
Assignment: p. 110-111 #5-31 (#5-10 were done together in class)

Language Arts - 8 (12/2-12/5)

This week in language arts the vocabulary schedule will be different. The packet will be due Thursday, December 4th, and the quiz will be on Friday, December 5th.

Friday we will go to the library after the quiz, so make sure to bring your library books because they are due on the 5th!

This week we are beginning a unit on nonverbal communication. We will be learning the importance of posture, facial expressions, body language and vocal cues. The students will be doing group pantomines this week and other activities to enhance their understanding of nonverbal communication. The final assessment for this unit will begin next week and it will involve a nonverbal speech where students individually read a monologue.

Essays were due November 25th, but there are still a few who need to turn in their paper. Major assignments go down one letter grade for every day late.

Social Studies 8

Today we reviewed Chapter 9 (Middle America and Spanish-Speaking South America) Sections 1 and 2 about Central America and the Caribbean. The Chapter 9 schedule is on the board - the map quiz and note check will be on Friday, and the Chapter 9 quiz on Monday. Students are reminded to review their notes and maps daily.

In class work: Complete the Chapter 9 map and TURN IN before you leave

Assignment: Read Section 3 (273-277) about Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador and complete the notes.

Health 7

Students learned about inhalant abuse in class today. Ways to protect yourself against toxic chemicals was discussed.

No homework. Have a great Thanksgiving! Don't gobble too much.

Health 8

Students worked in computer lab on food graphs for their nutrition project. Students can access information at www.mypyramid.gov .
Graphs should have been completed today. Suggestions for improving the diet, along with the food diary and graphs are due on 12/2.
Students should also continue working on their semester health goal and tracking their progress in their journals.
Don't forget Nutrition Unit test on 12/2. It will be an open notes/book test, so please have all materials organized and with you in class on Tuesday. You will not be permitted to go to your locker to retrieve materials.

Science 8

"Mandatory" extra credit for all students not attending the honor roll trip!
Have a great break!

Literature 8

We read "Frankenstein" in a play form during first hour. Second hour had "mandatory"extra credit due to the honor roll trip. Have a great Thanksgiving break.

Health 7

Students worked on refusal skills in situations where there is group pressure to use.
Students who did not complete the Peer Pressure Interview with a parent should get that done and turned in.

Health 8

Students worked in computer lab on food graphs for their nutrition project. Students can access information at www.mypyramid.gov . Graphs should be completed by 12/1.

Students should also continue working on semester health goal and tracking their progress in their journals.

Don't forget Nutrition Unit test on 12/1. It will be an open notes/book test, so please have all materials organized and with you in class on Monday. You will not be permitted to go to your locker to retrieve materials.

Science 7

We have completed our Precipitation/Storms unit, so the students are watching the movie Twister. The movie brings up some great points of conversation, especially (so far) when they are talking about the Fujita scale, the diameter of various tornadoes and precipitation that may accompany the storm.

Social Studies 7

We have been discussing Unit 4, Sociology for the past few weeks. Today, students began a series of different reviews for an upcoming test. This assignment was done in class. Quite a few students completed the worksheet, those that did not finish will be given some time to complete the assignment before we discuss it as a class.

Language Arts - 8 (11/24-11/25)

Today was the last day in the lab to type the final copy of the essay. Tomorrow is the day to turn in your paper and receive full credit. Make sure you hand me your paper personally either before or after school since we will not have normal class periods due to the field trip.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

Science 8

All chapter two quizzes were returned. We will not be taking a chapter two test. We will continue our study of cells, particularly our genetic traits and DNA on Monday. We watched an introductory movie "Genes and Chromosomes" today. No homework!
The honor roll trip is scheduled for tomorrow...no science classes.

Literature 8

We reviewed the two movies and our last book, And Then There Were None. The students worked in learning teams to list similarities and differences between the book and both movies.
No homework

Algebra

Chapter three test and note grade. No homework.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-1, page 152. Problems 10-28 and 30-35. Honor roll trip tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 4-1, page 158-159. Problems 10-33 and 36-42. Honor roll trip tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Corrected and collected the Test 6 reviews.
Test 6
No homework!

Applied Math 8

We reviewed Lesson 3-1: Integers and Absolute Value. Then we corrected #4-33 and 37-40 - students can correct missed problems before submitting for a final grade.
Assignment: 3-1 packet (more with integers and absolute value)

Social Studies 8

Chapter 8 Quiz today. Students who were absent last Thursday did NOT take the quiz today - instead they made up their map quiz and worked on the Chapter 8 Review.
Assignment: Read Chapter 9 sections 1-2 (p. 252-265) and complete the notes.

7th Grade Math

Chapter 3 test and note grade today.

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 3 test and note grade today.

Algebra

Chapter 3 Study Guide and Review, page 142. Problems 1-34. Chapter 3 test and note grade on Monday, 11/24.

Applied Math 7

Corrected Lesson 30
Assignment: Test 6 Review (the other form of the test!)

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-1: Integers and Absolute Value
Assignment: p.106-107 #4-33 and #37-40

Science 8

Quiz on chapter two today. Hope you did well!

Literature 8

We finished the movie..."Clue"

Social Studies 8

Chapter 8 Map Quiz and Note Check
Chapter 8 Review Crossword Puzzle due at the end of the period.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 30: Multiplying and Dividing Mixed Numbers
Assignment: Complete the Lesson 30 Worksheet for tomorrow

Science 8

We reviewed for the chapter two quiz tomorrow. All notes and vocabulary the students completed as an independent study assignment may be used as notes. We also completed the other cell lab.

Literature 8

Today we continued to watch our second mystery..."Clue".

Algebra

Lesson 3.8, pages 183-186. Problems 11-21, 23-38, and quiz 3 problems 1-12. Chapter 3 test on Monday.

7th Grade Math

Students took quiz. Homework is Practice test form D. Chapter 3 test tomorrow with note grade.

Pre-Algebra

Students took quiz. Homework is Practice test C. Chapter 3 test tomoorw with note grade.

Science 7

Took our test on Water in the Atmosphere, Precipitation, and Storms.

No Homework!!

Social Studies 7

Today we watched an informational video on the influences of Germany and German immigrants.

Applied Math 8

Chapter 2 Test
Extra Credit was available today for students with NO missing work - p. 105
For students with missing work - today is an AMNESTY DAY - meaning that any late work turned in today will not lose percentage points for being late.

Social Studies 8

Today we discussed Chapter 8, Section 3 and reviewed all of Chapter 8 for the Quiz on Monday. We reviewed the Chapter 7 material that will be on the Unit Test. We discussed and reviewed features that will be on the Mexico Map Quiz TOMORROW. The last half of the period was given for students to make sure their notes were complete for the note check tomorrow and to study for the map quiz and the chapter 8 quiz.

Science 7

Today students reviewed for the TEST TOMORROW.
Water in the Atmosphere, Precipitation, and Storms

Science 8

Today we discussed the chromatography lab and DNA origami. A plant cell and animal cell observation lab was started as well. Tomorrow we will finish up the "cell" labs and review for the chapter two quiz on Thursday!(quiz moved from Wednesday)

Literature 8

We finished "And Then There Were None" movie today. We started another mystery movie as a comparison. "Clue"

Applied Math 7

Lesson 29: Dividing Fractions
Assignment: Corrections to LEsson 28 are due today - Lesson 29 worksheet is due tomorrow.

Health 7

Students learned what internal pressure is and refusal skills for handling internal pressure. If handout is not finished in class, it should be completed for homework.

Health 8

Students took notes on health risks of being over and under weight. After students were given time in class to work on converting the food they ate (from their food log entries) to servings and food groups. If students did not finish converting in class, this must be done outside of class and is due 11/20.

Nutrition Unit test is on Nov 25.

11/25 comparison graphs for actual servings eaten compared to the recommended daily servings are also due.

Applied Math 8

Students were given the entire period to complete the Chapter 2 Review. This review is due at the end of the hour. Students were also encouraged to complete and submit missing work to help raise their grades.
Chapter 2 Test is tomorrow.

Social Studies 8

Today we discussed the content from Chapter 7 that will be on the Unit Test (after Chapter 10). Students were encouraged to write this content down, rather than trying to remember it all in their heads. We also discussed Chapter 8 (Mexico) Sections 1-2. Students were given back the Chapter 7 Quizzes - the average grade was in the C range - a little disappointing considering that we go over the questions on the quiz every day in class.
Assignment: Students were to complete and hand in the Chapter 8 map of Mexico. If this is not turned in by the end of the hour it will be counted as late. Students were also assigned to read Section 3 and complete the notes for tomorrow. If Section 3 is not completed in class today, there should be time tomorrow to finish up.
Reminders: The Map Quiz and Note Check are on Thursday. The Chapter 8 Quiz is on Monday.

Health 7

Students watched a video on refusal skills and then performed skits demonstrating refusal skills.

Assignment:
Complete the Peer Pressure Parent Interview. NO information obtained from interview will be shared in class.

Health 8

Students took notes on the energy balance equation today in class. Students must complete Burn those Calories for homework.

Science 8

Chromatography lab and DNA origami were finished up today.

A quiz on chapter two is scheduled for Wednesday...all notes allowed!

Literature 8

The movie continues...

Algebra

Lesson 3.7, pages 177-178. Problems 11-35 and 40-44.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 3-7, pages 140-141. Problems 11-36 and 40-49. Quiz Wednesday, test and notes on Thursday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 3-6, pages 144-145. Problems 10-23 and 26-30. Quiz Wednesday, test and notes on Thursday.

Science 7

We began reviewing for our test on Wednesday. The students worked with a partner on a review sheet that encompasses all three sections that the test will be on. This assignment is due tomorrow, but most students finished in the class time provided.

Social Studies 7

To continue with our Sociology Unit, the students worked on an in class assignment with a partner ( a crossword puzzle).

Applied Math 7

Reducing Fractions, Part 2
Assignment: complete the Lesson 28 worksheet
Grade sheets for 2nd quarter were posted.

Applied Math 8

2-8 Packet due at the end of class today.
Review for Chapter 2 Test, in book p. 96-98 due at the end of class tomorrow (Tuesday)
Grade Sheets for 2nd Quarter were posted

Social Studies 8

Today grade sheets were posted with 2nd quarter grades - any missing assignment (be it late or due to an absence) is being recorded as a 0 (zero) until it is turned in. Students can bring their grades up by turning in these assignments. This way, students have a more realistic view of their grade should they choose not to turn something in.
Today was the Chapter 7 quiz.
Assignment: Read Chapter 8, Sections 1-2 (p. 231-243) and complete the note packet

Language Arts - 8 (11/17-11/20)

This week we will be in the computer lab typing our essay that we have already outlined. The rough draft is due by the end of the hour Wednesday, and the peer-editted copy is due Thursday. After corrections are made, the essay is due by the end of the day on Tuesday, November 25th.

Science 7

The assignment from yesterday was collected (#13-22) - then we took our knowledge to the computer lab! Students viewed information from http://www.weatherwizkids.com/, where it talked about all of the subjects that we are learning about. It also took them to various links to see how a hurricane is tracked, the # of tornadoes in a certain area, various clouds and more! A student brought in this website and it was great! We also looked at the storm chasers website. There it showed the formation of a tornado (the kids got to form their own) and pictures of the damage caused.

Just a friendly reminder that the next test will be on Wednesday (11/19/08). I've had it on my board and have been telling the kids all week - I've just forgotten to post it. Sorry!

Have a great weekend...Make Good Choices :)

Applied Math 7

Lesson 27: Reciprocals
Assignment: Complete Problem Set 27 using the worksheet guide. This is due Monday.

Applied Math 8

Today we went over Lesson 2-8: Misleading Statistics. Students were given an in-class assignment (due at the end of the hour) of #3-13. We completed #3-8 as a class, and each student needed to complete #9-13 independently.
Students were made aware of the Chapter 2 Test coming up next Wednesday. A list of skills needed for the test were posted on the board.

Algebra

Students took a quiz. Homework, Practice B lesson 3.6 worksheet. Problems 1-32.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 3-5 and 3-6 on page 571. 3-5 problems 1-27, show your work. 3-6 problems 1-28 use the odd/even rule and show your work on the algebra problems.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 3-5, pages 139-140. Problems 8-19 and 21-29.

Science 8

All Independent Study work is due today. Students who were completed did a chromatography lab and DNA origami.

Literature 8

We began watching "And Then There Were None" today.

Social Studies 8

Lots to do in Social Studies today! First - Mexico/Latin America/South America MAP QUIZ. Students should have been studying over testing this week. We also had the Chapter 7 note check, and reviewed for the Chapter 7 QUIZ which is on Monday. Finally, students were to complete the Chapter 7 review activity and turn it in during class. Reviews not turned in today will be counted as late.
Over the weekend: STUDY for the Chapter 7 QUIZ on Monday!

Algebra

Lesson 3.6 Part 2. Problems 48-53, 66-71 and quiz 2 1-12. Quiz tomorrow.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 3.6, pages 136-137. Problems 14-48 and 50-60.

Pre-Algebra

WKCE testing. No homework.

Science 7

We watched an episode (or part of an episode) of Storm Chasers from the Discovery Channel. It's a great show that talks about the power and language of tornadoes - just like we're doing in class. Today they were able to see baseball size hail fall and the impact of tornadoes!

For tomorrow, # 13 - 22 are due.

Social Studies 7

Students took a quiz on Sociology. They were allowed to use their notes for the quiz.

Social Studies 7

Students took a quiz on Sociology. They were allowed to use their notes for the quiz.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 26: Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers
Assignment: p. 124 a-f (the practice problems) and p. 636 - the supplemental problems for Lesson 26 - #1-12

Applied Math 8

Today students got more practice with bar graphs and histograms.
Assignment: Complete the 2-7 Packet due tomorrow

English/Literature 7

English -
We will be discussing the first poem we are going to write: Acrostic poetry.
Students need to turn in vocabulary #1 - 7 review tomorrow before their short quiz.

Literature -
We have begun breaking down plot using children's books. Yesterday we had a great time with the "Sneetches." We are using the children's books so we can get the hang of it before we move on to a full novel.
Students need to complete their House on Mango Street final project by Monday, November 17th.

Social Studies 8

No classes today - LAST day of WKCE tests (yay!)
Remember, the note check and the map quiz are tomorrow!

Science 7

We started reading and discussing Chapter 3, section 2 - Storms. We read through the section today and had some great personal stories shared in our discussions! The students started an assignment in class, they are to finish questions 1-12 for tomorrow.

Social Studies 7

Today, we finished reading and discussing Unit 4 of Sociology. We also corrected the remaining reading sheet in class. The students began making corrections to the reading sheets.

Algebra

Lesson 3.6 Part 1, pages 169-170. Problems 14-43.

Applied Math 7

Our Fraction review continues... today we corrected the green packet from yesterday and reviewed finding equivalent fractions (multiply by a fraction equivalent to 1 - same number on the top and the bottom).
Assignment: Complete the Blue review packet for tormorrow

Applied Math 8

Lesson 2-7: Bar Graphs and Historgrams
Assignment: Lesson 2-7 #3-13

Applied Math 8

Lesson 2-7: Bar Graphs and Historgrams
Assignment: Lesson 2-7 #3-13

Pre-Algebra

WKCE testing, no homework. 7th graders had a study hall.

7th Grade Homework

Lesson 3-5, pages 130-131. Problems 12-48 and 54-60.

Social Studies 8

No classes today - more WKCE testing. Rememeber the map quiz is on Friday!

Health 8

Students took notes on serving sizes for food items to be used as a guide for their nutrition project.
Due 11/13: Design for daily food log. See example in packet.

Health 7

In class, students completed Anti-Ads for tobacco and alcohol.

7th Grade Math

Students took their test and quiz today.

Algebra

Lesson 3.5, pages 164-165. Problems 14-21 and 27-40.

Pre-Algebra

8th Grade was taking their WKCE test. 7th graders homework is page 623, problems 1-15 (lesson 3-4).

Science 8

Notes and review questions from 2.2 Respiration should be done today...

Literature 8

No class today due to WKCE testing

Science 7

Continued our discussion about:

precipitation

the five types of precipitation

droughts

and

measuring rain/snow fall.

Students also took some notes in class about this topic. While taking the notes, we were introduced to how to summarize and pull out the important pieces - an effective way of note taking.

Social Studies 7

Today we spent some time in class talking about the importance and meaning of Veterans Day. This lead to some great discussions! We also continued in our readings of Sociology with corresponding work material.

Applied Math 7

In 7th grade this week we are spending time reviewing and enforcing skills with fractions. Today's packet covers adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators. Remember, the denominator does NOT change in addition or subtraction.
Assignment: complete the review packet - due tomorrow (green)

Applied Math 8

No class today - WKCE tests

Social Studies 8

No classes today - WKCE tests. Remember to study your maps for the map quiz on Friday!

Language Arts (11/10-11/14)

This week there are three days of testing so we will not have vocabulary. Monday, you will receive the outline for your essay and you should work on that throughout the week. The outline will be due Monday, Nov. 17th. If you have any questions, please come see me before or after school.

Friday we will be going to the library and books are due that day so remember to bring them!

Health 8

Students took notes on serving sizes for food items to be used as a guide for their nutrition project.

Due 11/12: Design for daily food log. See example in packet.

Health 7

Students completed their Anti-ads for tobacco and alcohol in class today.

Algebra

Students finished their mid-chapter three test. No homework.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 3-4, pages 135-136. Problems 12-34. 8th graders bring calculators on Wednesday for your WKCE testing.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 3-4, pages 123-124. Problems 11-58. Mid-chapter test, quiz and notes tomorrow.

Science 8

We began chapter two today. I assigned independent study work due to the W.K.C.E. testing schedule. All students should complete their work by Friday...at the start of class. We did Chapter 2.1 together. If students plan and use work time properly there should be little to no outside of class work time needed.

Science 7

Today due to operator confusion ;) we had a change in plans. We reviewed the events from Friday and that lead right into the reading of section 2.5, Precipitation. Students were actively involved in discussions! There was an assignment, pg 65 the section 5 assessment. Students were given class time to complete this, most finished. If not, it is due tomorrow in their notebooks.

Social Studies 7

Today students completed readings 4-9 in needed. We then discussed the readings and corrected the assignments from readings 1 to reading 9.

State Testing Week

W.K.C.E. testing begins tomorrow. Make sure to get plenty of rest, eat a good breakfast, and try your best!

Testing will take place Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during morning classes.

Literature 8

We took the book test today. The students were allowed to use their character charts as notes. We will watch the movie...a 1945 Black & White classic account of the story on Friday.

FYI...I will not have literature classes Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday due to the WKCE testing. Classes will resume on Friday.

Special Announcement

All this week, November 10-14, homerooms will be participating in the Student Council Food Drive. Each homeroom has been assigned a specific item to collect. They are as follows:

Corn – Francoeur/Powers
Tomato Products (paste, sauce) – King/Whitmore
Salt – Stachowski/Fadroski
Tuna – Moran/Leal
Peas – Rehm/Smith
Peaches – Lewis/Wolf

The top 3 homerooms with the most food collected per student (number of cans divided by number of students - to be fair to smaller homerooms) will receive participation posters that will count toward the end of the year pizza party!

Applied Math 7

We reviewed for Test 5 and made more corrections to our reviews. When reviews were corrected, students were able to use them on the test. No homework today!

Applied Math 8

Today we reviewed Box and Whisker Plots.
Assignment: the 2-6 packet - due Wednesday because of WKCE testing tomorrow

Social Studies 8

Today we reviewed and discussed Sections 3-4 of Chapter 7 - the early civilizations, colonizations, and independence. We also reviewed for the Chapter 7 quiz which will be next Monday. Students were reminded that the Chapter 7 MAP quiz is on Friday and that it is their responsibility to study their maps for the quiz.
We also had a short discussion about Veteran's Day (tomorrow) and students were encouraged to wear red, white, and blue to show their support for our veterans.
Assignment: Chapter 7 Vocabulary Worksheet

Science 7

As a class, we completed our discussions on the Water in the Atmosphere - during which we talked about the water cycle, humidity and relative humidity, and various types of cloud formations.

Students shared their projects today in class and were able to hear about the different choices that they had not performed. We also looked online at the importance of clean groundwater and how that affects us here in Wisconsin.

Finally, some classes had a few extra minutes and we played the Droplet Game. Students had to answer questions about the water cycle in order to play a game that moved "droplet" through the various stages of the water cycle. Many students asked for the link, so this is where to find it:

http://kids.earth.nasa.gov/droplet.html

You do not have to download the game, you can just play it online.

The only homework students will have is if they did not finish the tic-tac-toe assignment that was given on Monday.

Have a great weekend....Make good choices!

Social Studies 7

Today in class, we continued with our learning of sociology. The students completed their assignment from the 4th to 9th readings in our book.

Literature 8

Our novel is completed. We reviewed the book today. Students were encouraged to make sure all clues and information is filled in on the "Character Chart" They will be allowed to use the chart as notes on the test Monday!