Science 8

Disease Vocabulary was due today. It was our last workday to complete our disease projects. Presentations begin on Monday. The students also began working on a Venn Diagram comparing Viruses and Bacteria. The diagram needs to be finished on Monday.

Literature 8

We shared our predictions for the end of The Pigman. The students had some really interesting ideas for the end of the book. It was fun to listen to them all.
Read chapters 12-13 for Monday.

Algebra

Students fininshed Chapter 7 test. No homework.

7th Grade Math

Students took Mid-Chapter 7 test and quiz. No homework.

Pre-Algebra

Page 640, Lesson 10-1 practice. Problems 1-30.

Social Studies 7

Students are completing their History Short report which is due on Monday. Please note that the Progress Report being sent home next week will not reflect the grade on the report. This grade will be reflected on the grade for the Third Quarter. The grade earned with this report can significantly change the overall grade in Social Studies.

Science 7

Students completed the written Rock Test in class today. Any extra credit that would be applied to the 3rd Quarter Progress Report was due at the end of the day today.

Applied Math

Short review of exponents.
Basic facts for multiplication and division.
Today's assignment: p. 639 #1-12 (extra practice with exponents) and p. 238-240 - evens


Monday - Lesson 53 - Powers of 10 and Expanded Notation
Assignment: All Practice Problems and p. 242-244 #1-30

Tuesday - Lesson 54 - Rectangular Area, Part 1
Assignment: All Practice Problems and p. 246-249 #1-30

Wednesday (when Ms. Francoeur gets back) we will have a review for the test on Thursday of next week.

Social Studies 8

We finished Chapter 3 (hooray!).

Assignment: Section 5 packet - due Monday

Since Ms. Francoeur will be attending conferences Monday and Tuesday next week, we discussed the expectations for behavior when a substitute teacher is present. Students were also informed of the work they can expect. On Monday, students will be given the study guide for the test. They will have all hour to work on it, and are expected to use their time to STUDY rather than visit. Students will be allowed to use their study guides on the Chapter 3 Test which will be on Tuesday.

Algebra

Students worked on chapter 7 test.

7th grade math

Mid-chapter practice test, page 310, problems 1-20. Page 581, Lesson 7-4, problems 1-18. Test, quiz and notes tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 10-1, pages 472-473. Problems 16-53.

Science 8

Last work day in the computer lab. The students seem to be finishing up their projects quite nicely. Projects and definitions should be finished by tomorrow at the end of class.

Literature 8

We corrected our questions from Chapters 9-11. The class was asked to make a prediction about the end of the story. They could choose to write one half page or more or create an illustration with description.

Applied Math

Lesson 53 - Exponents

After a brief review of finding unit price, students learned about exponents.

Assignment - unit price and exponent practice problems/ exponent worksheet

Social Studies 8

Students read and discussed the first part of Chapter 3, Section 5. No Assignment today. Remember - there's a test on Chapter 3 coming up next Tuesday.

Social Studies 7

Students are continuing their work on their History Report.

Science 7

Today students participated in a Rock Lab test. Friday, there will be the written test on rocks.

7TH GRADE FRENCH

MONDAY MARCH 3 PROGRESS REPORTS ARE DUE. FRENCH VALENTINE NOTES ARE NOW DUE FOR PART OF GRADE AND ALSO THE MARDI GRAS COLORED JOKER. THIS WEEK WE HAVE TWO NEW VOCABULARY SHEETS IN OUR FOLDERS. (WHICH BY THE WAY NEED TO BE BROUGHT TO CLASS EVERYDAY.) THEY ARE A NUMBER VOCAB SHEET AND A UNIT PRELUDE VOCAB SHEET. GRADES THIS WEEK ARE FOCUSED ON LISTENING SKILLS AND PRONUNCIATION OF VOCABULARY. MAIN EFFORT IS THE WILLINGNESS TO TRY NEW SOUNDS.

Social Studies 7

Students worked on their History Short Report rough draft.

Science 7

Students took a practice rock lab test today. The rock lab test will be tomorrow, with the written test to be conducted on Friday.

Algebra

Chapter 7 review, pages 440-442. Problems 1-32. Chapter seven test and notes tomorrow.

7th Grade Math

Taught scale drawing, scale model, and scale factor. Homework: Lesson 7-4, pages 307-308. Problems 9-25 and 28-34. Mid-chapter test, quiz, and notes on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Students took chapter six test and notes were graded. No homework :)

Applied Math

Lesson 51- Unit Price

Tests were handed back with the option to correct for those students who received a failing grade.

Since there has been a continuing trend of students not studying for math tests, rather waiting until the test to ask questions about how to solve problems they do not understand, a few changes to Math Tests are being made. Today marks the last day students will be able to make corrections to a test or quiz in Applied Math. Students will still be given study guides that they will be able to use on the tests, so it would benefit students to use these study guides not only as a practice test, but as a place to note explanations for solutions.

Today's Assignment: due Friday- As a review, students are to explain the process (steps) in solving and solve all practice problems for Lessons 41 (p.188) through 51.

Social Studies 8

Students finished Chapter 3 Section 4 by learning about the French and Indian War.
Assignment: Map of the Results of the Treaty of Paris/ p. 97 #1-4

Science 8

Our work time continues. Disease projects are due on Friday. Most students have a great start. The presentations begin on Monday.

Literature 8

We finished reading chapter 11 in class. The students were assigned questions from Chapters 9-11. Most finished with the class time provided.

Literature 8

We corrected our vocabulary crossword and character connection assignment. We read chapters 9 and most of 10 in class. The students were asked to read the rest of Chapter 10 for homework.

Science 8

Today we had more time in the computer lab. Most students are creating a slide show using Power Point. Research, at this time, should be complete. Project and definitions are due on Friday. Presentations are on Monday.

7th grade math

Taught students how to solve proportions. Homework is lesson 7-3, pages 299-300. Problems 16-46 and 48-56. Mid chapter test and quiz on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Went over chapter six review. Handed out quiz and practice test for students to use as a study guide tonight. Homework is page 309, problems 1-20. Chapter six test tomorrow with note check.

Algebra

Went over several problems from yesterday's homework. Handed out the quiz and made it a take-home quiz. Chapter seven test and notes is on Thursday.

Health 7: Week at a Glance (2/25-2/29)

Week at a Glance:

2/25 & 2/26 Students learn what an "I-statement" is and how to use it. Students learn constructive and destructive ways to handle anger. Students should complete How You Handle Anger? / I-Messages worksheet (due 2/27/28)

2/27 &28 Students learn steps to conflict resolution. Pairs of students will be issued a conflict situation in which they must use the steps to resolve the conflict and then role play how they handled the conflict.

2/29 Review for Communication Unit Test next week.

Test for B-day is on Tuesday, 3/4. Test for A-day is on Wednesday, 3/5.

Health 8

Week at a Glance:
2/25 & 26 Students will learn the signals of a heart attack, chain of response and practice adult CPR.
2/27 & 28 Students will learn and practice care for an unconscious choking adult.
2/29 & 3/3 Students will review skills for adult care and complete a review puzzle for written test on 3/4 & 3/5.

Social Studies 7

Students who completed the History Short Report Outline worked on the rough draft of their report.

Science 7

Students reviewed all the different types of rocks in preparation for the lab test on Thursday and the written test on Friday. The Rock Cycle was also covered today in class.

Applied Math

Test 10
Extra Credit was available

Social Studies 8

Quiz on Sections 2 and 3 of Chapter 3

Students read p. 90-95 and took notes.

Assignment: Economies of the 13 Colonies Map/ Worksheet - due tomorow

English/Lit 7

English - We finished our outlines for our Internet research paper. The outlines are looking good! I can't wait to start seeing the students create their rough drafts.

Literature - Due to the (unbelievably) high number of students out due to illness, we had time to catch those students up while spending some quality time reading. Students who were missing the "Dear Abby" letters had time on the computer to finish those. Other students who were missing assignments also had time to work. Many students enjoyed some quiet time reading as they explored a new novel. This day was treated like our Monday IMC reading days. Students could lose points by not choosing to do one of the activities stated above.

7th grade math

Went over rates and unit rates today. Homework: Lesson 7.2, pages 294-295. Problems 10-28 and 30-36. Mid-Chapter Test and Quiz on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 6 review, pages 306-308. Problems 1-34. Quiz tomorrow and test on Wednesday.

Algebra

Lesson 7.6 Part 2, pages 436-438. Problems 30-58even and quiz 2, problems 1-14. Quiz tomorrow and chapter 7 test on Wednesday.

Social Studies 7

Students were to have the outline completed for the history research project by the end of the day today. Those who have already completed the outline proceeded to writing their first draft of the paper.

Science 7

Groups of students completed a review concept mapping project about the Types of Rocks. The reviewing will continue until the practical lab test on Thursday followed by the written test on Friday.

Langauge Arts - 2/25-2/29

We continue reading Black Star, Bright Dawn. The tentative reading schedule for this week goes as follows:

Monday- Chapter 8-10
Tuesday- Chapter 11
Wednesday - Chapters 12-14
Thursday - Chapters 15-17

Vocabulary packet 16 was handed out on Monday and needs to be completed by Wednesday, February 27th. The vocabulary quiz will be on Thursday, February 28th.

Applied Math

Lesson 50 - Dividing by a Decimal Number

*Students were given time in class to complete/turn in any late or missing work as well as to make corrections to previously turned in assignments.

Assignment: Test Review/Study Guide - Test tomorrow! (Extra Credit will be available)

Social Studies 8

Students read and took notes on Chapter 3, Section 3 - The Middle Colonies.

Assignment: Section 3 Vocab worksheet and p. 87 #1-4 on the back of the worksheet. Study for a quiz on Sections 2 and 3 tomorrow.

Coming Up: Tuesday, March 4 - Chapter 3 Test

Literature 8

Quizzes from chapters 1-8 were passed back today. Many students did well. Those who did not do well on the quiz need to pay more attention in class. I would also reccommend re-reading to get current with the story's plot.
Today we focused on vocabulary from Chapters 1-8. A crossword and character connection was assigned.

Science 8

We continue to work on our disease research. Although class time will be provided this week, students may have to complete some work at home. The projects are due on Friday, Feb. 29th. We also are continuing to study microbes. Bacteria is our current focus.

The students were given a virus quiz today to check understanding. Students are allowed to use notes on quizzes..

Art, 7th and 8th grade

Seventh graders are currently working on self-portrait drawings that will eventually become a mixed media piece using several different materials for the final project. Currently students are learning to draw with a technique called "blind contour" drawing. This exercise focuses the attention on the subject rather than on the paper. Students look at themselves in mirrors but are "blinded" to their paper as their sketchbooks are inside of a paper bag. They draw themselves without being able to look at the actual drawing. While many of the students find this technique strange, their drawings actually show much more detail and visual interest. The goal is to learn the skill of observation, a necessity in being an artist!

Eighth graders have just begun a new unit focusing on one of the design elements, that of shape. Students are to chose an organic shape (a shape based on nature) , which will then be the basis for a "stained glass window" piece (although they will be using tissue paper rather than glass). Like the 7th graders, they are also practicing with blind contours drawings as a starting point. This type of drawing exercise is a review for them from last year. In the coming week students can expect to be transferring their drawings onto the "metal" (black paper).

Family and Consumer Education

8th grade -

In Family and Consumer Education we are building, designing, furnishing and decorating homes using (CAD) computer aided design software. Please ask your student to tell you about their progress.


7th grade -

In Family and Consumer Education we have just begun using the sewing machine and are preparing to begin our kit projects. Each child has ordered a project which they are to pay for as soon as possible. Look for some great projects to be coming home in aobut 3 weks.

Literature 8

Quiz on chapters 1-8 today. Enjoy your two days off...see you on Monday!

Science 8

Many students were on the Middle School Honor Roll Trip...the students who remained had extra research time and/or completed missing assignments.

Social Studies 7

Students not attending the ice skating event had another opportunity to work on their history research project. All students must complete an outline for the paper by the end of the day on Monday.

Science 7

Students not attending the ice skating event watched a video about the Grand Canyon.

Algebra, Pre-Algebra, 7th Grade Math

Most students went on a honor roll field trip today. The students that stayed back worked on extra-practice worksheets to hone their math skills on the previous lesson.

Algebra

Worked on graphing inequality linear systems. Homework: Lesson 7.6 Part 1, pages 435-436. Problems 9-29.

English/Lit 7

English -- See Social Studies 7

Literature -- Now that we have completed our investigation of characterization, we are now beginning to look deeply into setting. We began today by looking at the many different ways authors will clue readers into setting in various texts. We will then apply this knowledge of setting to the short story "Raymond's Run," by Toni Cade Bambara.

Literature 8

We corrected questions from Chapters 6-8 today and discussed the main character's adult influences. The students were asked to complete a comparison of Home, Values and Connections to teens for these supportive charcters.

Science 8

Today we went to the computer lab to do research on our "disease" of choice. The students are either working alone or with a partner. They need to find general information on the disease such as symptoms, prognosis, cause (viral or bacterial), duration, and treatment to name a few. We will have more time in the lab on Wednesday and next week. These projects should be finished by the end of next week.

Social Studies 7

Students continued researching their history report topics. By the end of the day students should have a good start on their report outline using the Inspirations software. All student notes and the outline should be saved into a file in the students Home Directory.

Science 7

Igneous and Sedimentary rocks were reviewed. Metamorphic rocks were discussed while students took notes. A review sheet was distributed, completed and collected at the end of the class.

7th Grade Math

Taught ratios today and how to simplified them. Homework: Lesson 7-1, pages 290-291. Problems 14-38 and 40-46.

Pre-Algebra

Went over the creation of rotating polygons 90 and 180 degrees. Homework: Lesson 6-9, pages 302-303. Problems 5-13 and 15-25. Chapter test and quiz next Tuesday.

Applied Math

Students reviewed Lesson 48 - Decimals to Fractions and Fractions to Decimals, then began Lesson 49 which reviewed all the ways we have learned to write division answers (with remainders, as mixed numbers, as decimals, with repetends, or rounded to a certain decimal place).

Today's Assignment: Due In Class - Problem Set 49 (all)

Social Studies 8

Students finished Chapter 3 Section 2 (finally!) with notes. An in class-assignment was given - the assessment questions on page 84.

Science 8

The class completed their Virus Crossword Scavenger Hunt and choose their disease topic for research. We will be in the computer lab on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Assignment: Reading and questions about Viral Structure, Host Cells and Replication. Due Tuesday

Literature 8

The students read chapters 7 and 8 in The Pigman and completed review questions 1-8.

Literature - 7

Today we completed our "Dear Abby" assignment. The students received letters from an anonymous member of the class and had to respond to them using characterization and the careful consideration of perspective.

Many students did an excellent job and finished in a timely matter. For students who did not finish due to an absence, I will allow students extra time to ask questions and complete the necessary work. For students who did not finish because they were not using their computer lab time wisely, they will now have these assignments as homework.

Language Arts: 2/18-2/20

This week we are continuing to read Black Star, Bright Dawn which will allow us to understand what the Iditarod is all about and the challenges that the mushers will face when the race starts in March. The tentative reading schedule for this week goes as follows:

Chapters 3-4 -Monday (with a drawing of the village)
Chapters 5-7 - Tuesday
Chapters 8-10- Wednesday

If a student is absent one of these days, they may check out a book to take home. There is no vocabulary due to the short week, but we will be doing our daily editting practice.

7th grade math

Students finished Chapter 6 test and quiz.

Algebra

Students finished Chapter 7 Mid-Chapter test and quiz.

Pre-Algebra

Page 631, Lesson 6-6 problems 1-6, lesson 6-7 problems 1-5, and lesson 6-8 problems 1-4. Page 611, problems 2-38 even. Test and quiz has been moved to next Tuesday, 2/26.

Social Studies 7

Students continued researching their history report topics.

Science 7

Students completed a review about sedimentary rock.

Science 7

Sedimentary rock was discussed in class today. Students should be able to identify a sedimentary rock and tell whether it is clastic, organic or chemical.

Social Studies 7

All students worked on researching their topic for the history report.

Applied Math

Students practiced basic facts in multiplication and division. Assignment: p. 209-210 #9-30

Social Studies 8

Studnets continued taking notes on Chapter 3, Section 2 - The New England Colonies.
No Assignment.

Algebra

Students took Mid-chapter 7 test. No homework.

7th grade math

Students took chapter 6 test and quiz. No homework.

Pre-Algebra

Went over translations, "slides" with students. Homework: Lesson 6-8, pages 298-299. Problems 6-14 and 16-20.

Literature 8

Corrected review question s from Chapters 1-5. Read chapter 6 in class.

Science 8

Discussed Internet Lab Activity: At The Watersedge.
Corrected immunity packet, and continue our virus work. The students need to complete a crossword based on a article reading about virus classification,reproduction, and structure.

FRENCH 7TH GRADE

BONJOUR PARENTS OF MY 7TH GRADE STUDENTS. THIS WEEK WED AND THURS CLASSES MADE VALENTINES TO TAKE HOME. THE ASSIGNMENT WAS TO WRITE EVERYTHING IN THE FRENCH LANGUAGE. FRENCH IS THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE, YOU KNOW. YOUR STUDENTS CAN TRANSLATE FOR YOU. THE OTHER PART OF THE ASSIGNMENT WAS TO BRING ME A NOTE FROM HOME SO THAT I KNOW THAT YOU RECEIVED IT. HEUREUSE SAINT VALENTIN. MADAME COE.

Literature 8

We discussed Chapters 1-5 in The Pigman and completed our character comparison. The students were asked to complete 6 questions on the material read.

Science 8

We continued our work on viruses by simulating a job at a Public Health Office. The students played an interactive game involving mapping, testing and predicting the cause of a disease outbreak. The students were introduced to 7 careers in the Health field.
http://www.mclph.umn.edu/watersedge

English/Lit 7

English - Day 2 of Internet Research Unit. No homework.

Literature -

• We discussed some of the formalities of writing letters
• We discussed "Dear Abby." Who is she? Why do people write to her seeking advice? How does she go about dispensing this advice?
• Students will be writing a "Dear Abby" letter from the perspective of the main character of the short story, "Broken Chain." The students will want to use their characterization skills to make the letter authentic. They want the letter to reflect the voice of the main character, Alfonso. Students will be in the computer lab typing these letters tomorrow.
• Homework! If students have not finished the rough draft of their "Dear Abby" letter, they will need to do so tonight.

Algebra

Students took quiz. Homework, Lesson 7.5, page 430. Problems 18-32.

7th grade math

Chapter review, pages 278-280. Problems 8-68 even. Chapter 6 test and quiz tomorrow. Note check on lessons 6-6 through 6-9.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 6-7, pages 293-294. Problems 7-28 and 30-41.

Applied Math

Lesson 47 - Repeating Digits

Assignment: p. 217-219 (odds)

Social Studies 8

Quiz on Ch. 3, Sec. 1 - The Southern Colonies today. Quizzes will be returned either Friday or Monday.
Students began taking notes on Ch. 3, Sec 2 - The New England Colonies.
No Assignment for today, but students did receive their folders which are due back tomorrow. Grades in folders reflect 3rd quarter grades up until February 13.

Social Studies 7

Students worked on their history research project in the library and computer lab.

Science 7

Students "introduced" an igneous rock to the class, telling whether it was formed from magma or lava, intrusive or extrusive, and high or low in silica. Students then worked on a Study Guide about Igneous Rocks.

7th grade math

Students work on circle circumference activities. Homework: Lesson 6-9, page 277. Problems 11-23 and 25-31. Extra credit is problem 24. Chapter 6 test and quiz on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Went over line and rotational symmetry. Homework is Lesson 6-6, pages 288.-289. Problems 7-18, and 23-26.

Algebra

Lesson 7.4 part 2. Pages 422-424. Problems 31,33,39,43,47-51,55,61-65. Mid-chapter test on Friday.

Social Studies 7

Today students viewed a video that described how to do research using the internet.

Science 7

Igneous rocks were discussed today in class. Students should be able to observe an igneous rock, tell whether it came from magma or lava, explain whether it is intrusive or extrusive and describe whether it is high or low in silica.

Literature 8

Oops...I missed Monday's blog...We began reading The Pigman and compared the two main characters. No homework.

Today we read chapters 3-5 together in class. The students need to finish the last part of chapter 5 for Wednesday.

Science 8

Oops...I missed Monday's blog...Introduction to viruses video and discussion. No homework.

Today we continued our virus discussion and learned about our white blood cells/defense system. The students were given a reading/question assignment to complete.

Applied Math

Lesson 46: Dividing a Decimal Number by a Whole Number
Students worked in groups to teach one another the rules for dividing with decimals.
Assignment: p. 212-214 evens

Graded tests were returned today and students with a failing grade (69% or lower) were given the option to make corrections for half credit. Students who do not return corrected tests tomorrow will not be given credit.

Social Studies 8

Students finished taking notes for Ch. 3 Sec. 1 - The Southern Colonies and were given an assignment to help them review for tomorrow's quiz.
Assignment: Vocab Worksheet and p. 77 #1-5 (due tomorrow). Study for a Quiz!

Algebra

Students learned which of the three methods of solving a linear system to use on today's homework. Lesson 7.4 Part 1, pages 421-422 problems 14-44 even.

7th Grade Math

Went over perimeter and area with the students. Homework: Lesson 6-8, pages 272-273 problems 8-28 and 33-39. Chapter 6 test on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Students took a mid-chapter 6 test and quiz. No homework!

Health 7

This week at a glance:
2/11-12: Students were introduced to typical communication barriers through an activity. They took notes on communication barriers and steps to overcoming barriers. Completed Pass Right Pass Left worksheet in class.
2/13-14: Students discussed emotions and how they can affect the communication process. Focus was on verbal cues matching body language and tone of voice. Students completed Defining Emotions worksheet in class.
2/15: Students viewed the first segment of a video series which deals with anger management. Focus was on anger cues. Students completed Is it really anger? worksheet in class.

Health 8

Students should have turned in their semester Health Goal Action Plan which should be signed by a parent. Students should be implementing steps they outlined in their action plan into daily living. They should periodically be touching base with their accountability partners.


This week at a glance:
2/11 -12: Checking a conscious victim. No assignment.
2/13-14: Checking an unconscious victim. No assignment.
2/15: Breathing Emergencies and the Conscious Choking Adult. No assignment.

English/Literature 7

English -
We began our big research unit in the IMC today! Students are to come to social studies and language arts class with their pink packet each and every day!

Literature -
We had a discussion about the short story, "Broken Chain." Students received a study guide that will help them when we have a quiz on characterization late next week.
Please encourage your student to use time wisely in this class. I can't emphasize enough that it is important to complete work thoughtfully and thoroughly. Students are already falling behind and have not completed work!

Social Studies 7

Students selected topics for the history research paper. All requirements and rules were distributed in a packet. A new updated timeline for the project will be distributed to reflect the snow days incurred last week.

Science 7

Students took part in a Rock Identification lab today! There was no assignment.

Applied Math

Test 9 today.
Extra Credit was available.

Social Studies 8

We watched an A&E Biography about Pocahontas. Students were to complete a study guide while watching the video. Study Guides were due at the end of the hour. Participation points will be received by students who followed the directions to complete and turn in the study guide.

7th Grade English/Literature

English - We had to finish our introduction to MLA citation and plagiarism with what little time we had left. It was fast and furious, but the students should be feeling a little more comfortable with these skills as we head into the library tomorrow for the beginning of our research paper unit. *Note: We did lose 5th hour to an honor roll assembly, so these students may not be as familiar with these skills. I will work with the IMC staff to catch them up the best we can.

Literature - The students read a short story by Gary Soto titled, "Broken Chain." We briefly discussed Gary Soto and his rationale for writing short stories that highlight the hispanic culture. Tomorrow we will begin to look into the main character, Alfonso, and how Soto utilized characterization to provide us with information about him.

I strongly encourage students to utilize their time wisely in literature class. I have many students who are not using the time I give them to read or work on an assignment. It is far too early in the quarter to fall behind!

Language Arts: Week of 2/11-2/15

This week students received their Vocabulary Packet 12. This is due Wednesday with a vocabulary quiz on Thursday. On Monday, students finished their comma rules and editing techniques. They will be editing a peer's paper on Tuesday. Wednesday, we will be in the lab making our final corrections and turning in our final essays. We will be starting our Iditarod unit on Thursday with a novel titled Black Star, Bright Dawn.

Algebra

Lesson 7.3, Part 2. Pages 414-416, problems 9-43 odd and 57-71 odd.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 6-7, page 269 problems 11-32 and 34-44. Chapter 6 test and quiz on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Reviewed congruent polygons. Homework: 6-5 worksheets and story problems. Enrichment worksheet is extra-credit. Chapter 6 mid-chapter test and quiz tomorrow. Note check on lessons 6-1 through 6-5 tomorrow.

Science 8

Chapter 1 test today. I hope you did well!!!!

Applied Math

Lesson 45: Multiplying Decimal Numbers

After practice with multiplying decimal numbers students were given back pop quizzes from Friday. Students were given the option to correct missed problems for half credit (half a point for each problem corrected). Students were also given the test review for Test 9 tomorrow and were encouraged not only to work through all the problems, but to write themselves notes about how they solved the problems, since review questions and test questions are very similar. Students will be allowed to use the test review and any notes they wrote themselves about the review on the test tomorrow.

Assignment: Study for Test 9 (all lessons through Lesson 45) and complete Test Review for use on the test tomorrow.

Literature 8

Today we were introduced to the author of The Pigman. We discussed the setting and main characters as well. Each student was to make a "Best Friend's Qualities" poster.

Social Studies 8

We continued learning and taking notes about the Southern Colonies, including Virginia.
Today's Assignment: Read p. 75-77

Social Studies 7

Student open note history quizzes will be corrected and discussed today. Topics for the research project will also be discussed. Topics will be chosen shortly with initial research taking place later this week.

Science 7

Students completed the video, Asbestos. Each was required to write a paragraph explaining what they learned from the video. A rock identification lab will be held tomorrow.

Social Studies 7

Students took a open note quiz on the History readings.

Science 7

Today students turned in the Study Guide for Classifying Rocks. We discussed and viewed a video about the mineral asbestos.

Algebra

Lesson 7.3, pages 414-416, problems 8-44 even, 48, and quiz 1, problems 1-10. Quiz on Monday, February 11th.

7th grade math

Lesson 6-5, page 266, problems 8-20 and 23-29.

Pre-Algebra

Mid-Chapter practice test, page 284. Problems 1-10 and page 630, lesson 6-4, problems 1-6 and lesson 6-5, problems 107. Test, quiz and notes on Tuesday, February 12th.

Applied Math

Pop Quiz today!
Practiced basic facts of multiplication and division.
Work time was given to complete and submit late/missing assignments.

No Assignment for the weekend.


The Math Test has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 12.

Social Studies 8

Students started reading and outlining Chapter 3 (The English Colonies), Section 1: The Southern Colonies.

Tests will be handed back on Monday.
No Assignment for the weekend.

Literature 8

Corrected our Questions from the Lemon Brown story. Discussed the start of The Pigman. Books were passed out today.
Assignment: Complete a school and parent opinion sheet.

Science 8

Welcome back...I hope you enjoyed the two unexpected snow days this week. As a result the Chapter 1 test has been moved to Monday. We reviewed in class and had time for defining the vocabulary to help you study. Remember all other extra credit is due on Monday as well.

Algebra

Went over the substitution method on solving linear systems. Students were able to find the order pair that satisfied both linear equations. Homework is Extra Practice 7.1 Worksheet, problems 7-18.

Applied Math

Lesson 44: Proportions
We reviewed ratios and how they are related to proportions - 2 ratios connected by an equals sign. Practice problems were completed in class.
Assignment: p. 204 Problem Set 44 - odds

Social Studies 8

In honor of Super Tuesday, we spent today reviewing the candidates and their stands on issues.

French 7

FRENCH CLASSES FOR SEM 2 WILL START ON MONDAY JAN 28. ALL STUDENTS WILL NEED A FOLDER WITH POCKETS AND SOME TYPE OF WRITING TOOL. THEY ARE EXPECTED TO HAVE THEIR SUPPLIES WITH THEM AT ALL TIMES. THIS MEANS ALL PAPERS THAT ARE HANDED OUT DURING THE 18 WEEK COURSE. I DON'T LIKE THEM GOING TO THEIR LOCKER AFTER THE BELL RINGS. SEE YOU IN FRENCH!!! MADAME COE

Language Arts

In language arts, students have been working on an essay following the writing process. They are currently on the revision process and revised their essays today. For the remainder of the week we will be learning and practicing editing techniques. On Friday, students will edit one another's papers. Monday will be their final day in the computer lab to make corrections and turn in their final copies.

Science 7

Mineral Tests were returned today. Students not happy with their grade were encouraged to do a project in order improve their grade.

Chapter 5-Rocks was introduced and a SG for Section 5.1, Classifying Rocks was assigned for Wednesday.

Science 8

Discussed our classification lab activities.
Completed chapter 1 with notes from 1.4 (pages 30-33)
Assignment is to complete the section review worksheet.

Remember that you have a test on Chapter 1 this Friday!
All extra credit is due by Friday too.

Literature 8

We listened to The Treasure of Lemon Brown (pgs. 93-101) and discussed generation gaps.
Complete the "generation gap" review and questions a-e found on page 103 of your Lit. textbook

7th Grade Math

Students took Mid-Chapter 6 test and quiz today. No homework :).

Pre-Algebra

Students learned about congruent polygons. Homework is Lesson 6-5, pages 281-282. Problems 9-23 and 25-30. Mid-Chapter 6 test and quiz is on Friday. Notes are due on Friday.

Science 7

Students completed a Mineral Test today in class.

Algebra

Lesson 7.2, pages 408-410. Problems 18-44 even and 58-63 all.

English/Literature 7

In literature class (periods 3 & 4) students finished either "A Brief Moment in the Life of Angus Bethune" or a fictional short story of their choice. The students began working on an elements of plot worksheet. This worksheet is designed to have the students break the short story down (dissect it, if you will) into the important parts (i.e., setting, rising action, climax, etc.)

Homework! Many students did not finish the elements of plot worksheet, so I informed them to do what they can at home tonight and be ready to fill in the blanks tomorrow during our discussion.

Literature 8

We did a book summary in small groups, shared our findings and voted to read The Pigman in both first and second hours.

Science

We completed our partner classification and kingdom labs today. The 5 Kingdom packet was corrected in class.
Test on Chapter 1 is scheduled for Friday.

French 7th Grade

FRENCH CLASSES FOR SEM 2 WILL START ON MONDAY JAN 28. ALL STUDENTS WILL NEED A FOLDER WITH POCKETS AND SOME TYPE OF WRITING TOOL. THEY ARE EXPECTED TO HAVE THEIR SUPPLIES WITH THEM AT ALL TIMES. THIS MEANS ALL PAPERS THAT ARE HANDED OUT DURING THE 18 WEEK COURSE. I DON'T LIKE THEM GOING TO THEIR LOCKER AFTER THE BELL RINGS. SEE YOU IN FRENCH!!! MADAME COE

Applied Math

Lesson 43 - Graphs

Assignment: Problem Set 43 - due tomorrow

Time was given in class for corrections on previous assignments as well as to catch up on any late or missing work.

There will be a test on Thursday.

Social Studies 8

Chapter 2 Test today.
No Assignment.

7th Grade Math

Mid-Chapter Practice on page 262, problems 1-20. Page 578, Lesson 6-4, problems 16-32 even and Lesson 6-5, problems 18-32 even. Mid-Chapter 6 test and quiz tomorrow. Notes from lesson 6-1 through 6-5 due tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 6-4, pages 274-275. Problems 10-41. Mid-Chapter test and quiz on Friday. Notes are due on Friday.

Algebra

Lesson 7.1, pages 401-403. Problems 12-34 evens, 35 and 36, 48-58 evens.

7th Grade Math

6-5 worksheet, problems 1-10 and 1-24. Test and quiz on tuesday, 2/05.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 6-3, pages 269-270. Problems 6-18 and 21-31.

Social Studies 8

Graded Quizzes were returned.
Study guides for the Chapter 2 Test on Monday were given with time to start working on them in class.
Completion of missing assignments from Chapter 2 was encouraged.

Assignment: use the study guide to study for the Chapter 2 test on Monday

Applied Math

Lesson 42: More Fun with Perimeter

8th Grade - Basic Facts Tests for Multiplication and Division

7th Grade - Corrected Tests

Assignment: Problem Set 42 - evens

French 7th Grade

FRENCH CLASSES FOR SEM 2 WILL START ON MONDAY JAN 28. ALL STUDENTS WILL NEED A FOLDER WITH POCKETS AND SOME TYPE OF WRITING TOOL. THEY ARE EXPECTED TO HAVE THEIR SUPPLIES WITH THEM AT ALL TIMES. THIS MEANS ALL PAPERS THAT ARE HANDED OUT DURING THE 18 WEEK COURSE. I DON'T LIKE THEM GOING TO THEIR LOCKER AFTER THE BELL RINGS. SEE YOU IN FRENCH!!! MADAME COE

Science 7

Test Monday on Chapter 4 Minerals.