Monday, March 31, 2008
Health 8
the skeletal amd muscular system were introduced today as and introduction to our fitness unit. Students should be studying their diagrams every might until their test. Daily pop quizes are fair game until test time.
Health 7
Students finished watching the video "The Truth About Drinking". We discussed alternatives to drinking. Students should complete the handout from the video for homework.
Science 8
We reviewed our Field Trip and Human Body Unit. Introduction to Protists and Fungi.
No Homework
No Homework
Pre-Algebra
Chapter 10 review on pages 505-506. Problems 7-36. Quiz on Wednesday and test on Thursday.
Literature 8
First hour began "I Am the Cheese" by Robert Cormier and second hour started "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie
No Homework Today
No Homework Today
7th grade math
Lesson 8-3, pages 347. Problems 5-14. Extra Credit is 1-4. Mid-chapter test and quiz on Wednesday.
Language Arts - 8 (3/31-4/4)
This week we are watching a movie, Iron Will, which has the same themes as the story we finished before break. During the movie, we will be taking notes on three positive characteristics the main character displays which contribute to his ability to participate in a dog sled race. On Thursday, we will use these notes to write an in-class essay.
The vocabulary for this week will be a little different from the past. The remainder of the vocabulary words for this year will be based around root words. We will be doing some practice activities with different prefixes, roots, and suffixes. The practice packets will be due on Friday.
The vocabulary for this week will be a little different from the past. The remainder of the vocabulary words for this year will be based around root words. We will be doing some practice activities with different prefixes, roots, and suffixes. The practice packets will be due on Friday.
Science 7
Students who needed more time to complete the map skills test did so today. The remainder of the students viewed the film, Avalanche. The tests will be given back tomorrow along with an update of their current 3rd quarter grade.
Applied Math
Lesson 60 - Rectagular Area (Part 2)
Students learned how to find the area of a complex quadrilateral by splitting it into smaller rectangles, then adding all the areas together.
Assignment: p. 639-640 (Lesson 60) #1-4 - SHOW ALL WORK
Students learned how to find the area of a complex quadrilateral by splitting it into smaller rectangles, then adding all the areas together.
Assignment: p. 639-640 (Lesson 60) #1-4 - SHOW ALL WORK
Social Studies 8
Students were given presentation grades. Today, class time was spent reviewing for the Chapter 4 test which is tomorrow! Students worked in groups to complete a review sheet. Extra credit points were awarded for use on the test tomorrow.
Assignment: Study, study, study!
Assignment: Study, study, study!
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Physical Education grades 7 and 8
After spring break we will be looking for opportunities to go outside for class. Students need to change into clothes appropriate for physical activity. Your student should have a sweatshirt and pants in case the weather is still chilly.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Science 8
We discussed proper behavior on the field trip as well as the itinerary for the day. Don't forget money for lunch. No homework for spring break. Enjoy!
Literature 8
We listened to and discussed "The Tell Tale Heart". Students were assigned a question and vocabulary sheet.
There is no class tomorrow due to our field trip. Have a restful break.
There is no class tomorrow due to our field trip. Have a restful break.
English/Lit 7
English-
* We are still working on our technical writing assignment. We had scheduled computer lab time today, and we will also have time tomorrow. I would like the students to finish their projects and turn them in tomorrow at the end of class. However, some students are working diligently and still will not finish. I have told these students that they may have an extension on the due date and will have extra time over spring break to finish.
Literature-
* We are moving along with Freak the Mighty. The students are aware that the pace will begin to pick up and it is important to stay on task and use class time wisely. We read ch. 11 & 12 and filled out a study guide with partners.
* We are still working on our technical writing assignment. We had scheduled computer lab time today, and we will also have time tomorrow. I would like the students to finish their projects and turn them in tomorrow at the end of class. However, some students are working diligently and still will not finish. I have told these students that they may have an extension on the due date and will have extra time over spring break to finish.
Literature-
* We are moving along with Freak the Mighty. The students are aware that the pace will begin to pick up and it is important to stay on task and use class time wisely. We read ch. 11 & 12 and filled out a study guide with partners.
Science 7
There will be a Map Reading Test tomorrow. Students will be tested on their ability to locate places using latitude and longitude, interpret a topographic map and read a road map of Wisconsin.
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
L.D. - 7th Grade Language Arts
Students are learning and working on writing regular-order sentences. On Thursday students will take a Spelling Test on silent "e" words. Students have a Spelling list they should be studying from.
Applied Math
8th graders worked on finishing math stories. Many partner groups are very close to finishing!!
7th graders were gone on a field trip, but will have an extra day on Thursday to complete the project while the 8th graders are on their field trip.
7th graders were gone on a field trip, but will have an extra day on Thursday to complete the project while the 8th graders are on their field trip.
Social Studies 8
Presentations, Day 1. Students were chosed at random for their presentations. Some students were not prepared, despite the 4 days of work time given over the past week. These students will be given until tomorrow to prepare.
Monday, March 17, 2008
Social Studies 7
Students completed and corrected the History Crossword Puzzle. Reminder that there is a fieldtrip tomorrow to Camp Timberlee. Students make sure that you dress appropriately for outside activities.
Science 7
Students reviewed their map reading skills by finding locations using latitude and longitude, using a map of Wisconsin and interpreting a contour map. After one more day of review (Wednesday) a test of these skill will be held on Thursday.
Applied Math
Students had work time in which to finish the rough drafts of their stories. 8th grade stories are due Wednesday at the end of the hour, 7th grade stories are due Thursday at the end of the hour.
Social Studies 8
Today is the final day to perfect presentations and visual aids. Presentations begin tomorrow. All students are expected to be ready. Names will be called randomly for order of presentations.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Science 8
We had a food lab today. "The Taste of Color" Each small group made predictions on the flavors of Jello, based on the color...then we tasted it and made a final prediction. Our group work continues on the digestive system.
Algebra
Went over exponential growth. Homework: Lesson 8.5, pages 480-482. Problems 6-16, 18-23, 29,30,35,40,44,45.
Health 7
In class today we disussed attitudes toward alcohol and the effects alcohol can have on the user. Alcoholism and its effects on family and socitey were introduced.
Assignment: Read over notes.
Assignment: Read over notes.
Health 8
Students learned how to care for a victim suffereing from heat or cold related emergencies.
Assignment: First Aid test next week on Tuesday (b-day) or Wednesday (a-day). Students received an extra-credit puzzle to work on to be turned in before their test.
Assignment: First Aid test next week on Tuesday (b-day) or Wednesday (a-day). Students received an extra-credit puzzle to work on to be turned in before their test.
7th and 8th Grade Art
7th Grade Art: Portrait paintings were due today! Students participated in a classroom discussion about each others' projects. Next week students will begin an extended paper mache project.
8th Grade Art: Students began an architechture unit yesterday with a discussion about the Canadian/American architect, Frank Gehry. Three sketches are due on Monday for their "deconstructed" buildings.
8th Grade Art: Students began an architechture unit yesterday with a discussion about the Canadian/American architect, Frank Gehry. Three sketches are due on Monday for their "deconstructed" buildings.
Applied Math
Practice with basic facts in multiplication and division.
Computer Lab time to work on math stories with partners.
Students were encouraged to print 2 copies of whatever work they had completed in case of an absence by a partner in the following days.
Computer Lab time to work on math stories with partners.
Students were encouraged to print 2 copies of whatever work they had completed in case of an absence by a partner in the following days.
Social Studies 8
Day 3 of computer lab work time - students were encouraged to use their time today organizing the information they have been finding and transferring it to note cards. Monday's class time will be used to finalize visual aids.
Assignment: PRACTICE your presentations!!!
Assignment: PRACTICE your presentations!!!
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Algebra
Scientific notation was introduced today. Homework: Lesson 8.4, pages 473-475. Problems 16-56 even and 64,65,70,75,78,80,82.
7th grade math
Students took a quiz today. They were given a review for tomorrow's test. They should bring it home and use it to study for the test. Test tomorrow along with a note grade. Notes need to be done from Lesson 7-1 through 7-8.
Pre-Algebra
Students worked with inequalities today. Homework: Lesson 10-5, pages 494-495. Problems 12-42.
Literature 8
We finished the short story Contagion by Katherine Mac Lean. The students were asked to fill in a plot summary review and answer 5 "Think About It " questions.
English/Lit 7
Sorry for the inconsistency of postings! I vow to do a better job.
*English--
Students have been diligently working on rough drafts of their technical writing. We did some peer evaluating in class today. This helped the students see what other students are doing, but also helped generate some ideas and led them to better understand the expectations. From what I've seen, these are turning out fantastic and are going to be quite entertaining to read!
If students have not finished a rough draft, they are expected to do so by Monday, March 17.
*Literature--
We have been moving along in the novel Freak the Mighty. Many students are doing a great job following along and completing the study guide. No homework in this class.
*English--
Students have been diligently working on rough drafts of their technical writing. We did some peer evaluating in class today. This helped the students see what other students are doing, but also helped generate some ideas and led them to better understand the expectations. From what I've seen, these are turning out fantastic and are going to be quite entertaining to read!
If students have not finished a rough draft, they are expected to do so by Monday, March 17.
*Literature--
We have been moving along in the novel Freak the Mighty. Many students are doing a great job following along and completing the study guide. No homework in this class.
Applied Math
Lesson 59 - Multiplying Rates
Students were introduced to the project they will be completing before spring break. Expectations and directions were handed out today. Partners were chosen, and work began on writing math stories. These stories will be due March 19 for 8th graders, and March 20 for 7th graders (different due dates because of the field trips going on that week). No late projects will be accepted, however, extensions may be given if students show a substantial amount of work is already done by the due date.
Students were introduced to the project they will be completing before spring break. Expectations and directions were handed out today. Partners were chosen, and work began on writing math stories. These stories will be due March 19 for 8th graders, and March 20 for 7th graders (different due dates because of the field trips going on that week). No late projects will be accepted, however, extensions may be given if students show a substantial amount of work is already done by the due date.
Social Studies 8
Review of Chapter 4, Section 4
Assignment: Section 3 Assessment (p. 134) #1-5 and Section 4 Assessment (p139) #1-3
Assignment: Section 3 Assessment (p. 134) #1-5 and Section 4 Assessment (p139) #1-3
Health 7
Students discussed the effects of marijuana on the body.
Assignment: Read over fact sheets.
Assignment: Read over fact sheets.
Health 8
Students should continue working on their semester health goal. They received a check-up sheet today to report on their progress.
Today in class we went over the care for muscle, bone and joint injuries. Students learned how to splint and sling an injured arm.
Assignment: Check up sheet for semester health goal due next class period.
Today in class we went over the care for muscle, bone and joint injuries. Students learned how to splint and sling an injured arm.
Assignment: Check up sheet for semester health goal due next class period.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
7th Grade Math
Chapter 7 review, pages 326-328. Problems 11-57. Quiz tomorrow and test on Friday. Make sure notes are up to date.
Science 8
Well I do believe I forgot to fill in my blog yesterday...sorry. We took the chapter 2 test.
Today we began a multi-day mini human body unit in preparation for our field trip next week. The students will be working in small groups learning about some of our major body systems. We began with the skeletal system today. Activities include diagrams, concept maps and labs.
Today we began a multi-day mini human body unit in preparation for our field trip next week. The students will be working in small groups learning about some of our major body systems. We began with the skeletal system today. Activities include diagrams, concept maps and labs.
Applied Math
Review with Rates and Percent
Lesson 58: Mixed Measures/ Adding Mixed Measures
We discussed the importance of showing work - that it is important to show all steps on paper. Not only does this help us practice skills, but when everything is written down, it is not as easy to skip a step.
Assignment: p. 639 (Lesson 58) #1-6 show work on all
Lesson 58: Mixed Measures/ Adding Mixed Measures
We discussed the importance of showing work - that it is important to show all steps on paper. Not only does this help us practice skills, but when everything is written down, it is not as easy to skip a step.
Assignment: p. 639 (Lesson 58) #1-6 show work on all
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Social Studies 7
Students completed the review of the History Unit. There will be a quiz on this material tomorrow.
Language Arts (3/10-3/14)
This week we received our new list of vocabulary words that describe aspects of strength and defense and they will help us better understand how individuals and groups try to assure their own safety. As always, the packets are due Wednesday and there will be a quiz on Thursday.
Group numbers 3-5 will be doing their research in the library this week. By the end of the week, all groups need to be finished with research and begin working on their newscast presentation. The presentations will be March 18th and 19th.
By Wednesday, everyone is to be finished with Black Star, Bright Dawn and we will be discussing and handing in the study guides for chapters 10-20.
Group numbers 3-5 will be doing their research in the library this week. By the end of the week, all groups need to be finished with research and begin working on their newscast presentation. The presentations will be March 18th and 19th.
By Wednesday, everyone is to be finished with Black Star, Bright Dawn and we will be discussing and handing in the study guides for chapters 10-20.
7th grade math
Students work with the percent proportion. They were looking for missing pieces, either the part, base, or percent. Homework: Lesson 7-8, page 325. Problems 7-22 and 24-28. Quiz on Thursday, test on Friday along with a note grade.
Pre-Algebra
Mid-chapter practice, page 490. Problems 1-20. Worksheet 10-3, both sides. Test, quiz, and notes tomorrow.
Applied Math
Review of Rates using student-designed problems.
Lesson 57 - Percents
Assignment: p. 259-260 Practice Problems - #8
Lesson 57 - Percents
Assignment: p. 259-260 Practice Problems - #8
Social Studies 8
Students reviewed Chapter 4, Section 3. Notes on Chapter 4, Section 4.
No assignment.
Students will meet in the IMC tomorrow to continue presentation research.
No assignment.
Students will meet in the IMC tomorrow to continue presentation research.
Health 7
Today in class students discussed the short and long term physical, mental and social effects of tobacco and marijuana. Students received fact sheets to read over outside of class.
Health 8
Students should be working on their semester health goal and discussing progress with their accountability partners.
Today in class students learned about soft tissue injuries (wounds and burns) and how to control bleeding. No homework.
Today in class students learned about soft tissue injuries (wounds and burns) and how to control bleeding. No homework.
Monday, March 10, 2008
Literature 8
Our unit on The Pigman is finished. Today we started reading a short story called Contagion. We will continue reading this story tomorrow during class.
Science 8
The chapter 2 test is tomorrow. In preparation for that we did a review activity and played Bingo to review the definitions. There are 2 diagrams on the test: Viral replication and a Bacteria cell.
STUDY!
STUDY!
Applied Math
Lesson 56: Rates
Today we discussed and practiced with rates. We learned that rates are a type of ratio, and that certain formulas can be used to find specific rates, such as mileage or speed.
Assignment: (due tomorrow)
Students need to write and illustrate 3 different rate problems.
1. for speed
2. for mileage
3. for an exchange rate
*Today's tip: choose numbers that divide evenly and make sure you are asking a question in each problem, not just giving out information!!*
On a seperate piece of paper, include
1. the formula needed to solve each problem
2. the steps in solving each problem
3 the correct answer for each problem
Today we discussed and practiced with rates. We learned that rates are a type of ratio, and that certain formulas can be used to find specific rates, such as mileage or speed.
Assignment: (due tomorrow)
Students need to write and illustrate 3 different rate problems.
1. for speed
2. for mileage
3. for an exchange rate
*Today's tip: choose numbers that divide evenly and make sure you are asking a question in each problem, not just giving out information!!*
On a seperate piece of paper, include
1. the formula needed to solve each problem
2. the steps in solving each problem
3 the correct answer for each problem
Social Studies 8
Today we began researching for our presentations. Students also received a copy of the rubric which they will be graded with. Overall, students worked very hard and accomplished a lot today!
Health 7
Today in health class we discussed the short and long term physical, mental and social effects of tobacco and marijuana use. Students received a facts sheet they need to read over.
Health 8
Students should be working on semester health goal and discussing progress with their accountability partner.
Today in class we focused on care for wounds and controlling bleeding. No homework.
Today in class we focused on care for wounds and controlling bleeding. No homework.
7TH GRADE FRENCH
WELCOME TO THE WEEK OF MARCH 10. LAST WEEK WE TESTED OUR KNOWLEDGE OF SINGLE DIGIT NUMBERS. THIS WEEK WE WILL HAVE A NUMBER QUIZ ON DOUBLE DIGIT NUMBERS FOR GRADE. AS ALWAYS, WE PRACTICE LISTENING AND PRONUNCIATION SKILLS IN CLASS. CLASS PARTICIPATION COUNTS TOWARDS AN EFFORT GRADE. MADAME COE.
Friday, March 7, 2008
Literature 8
The Pigman Test
Assignment: Read The Journey to Meet the Pigman article. Complete the questions for Monday's class.
Assignment: Read The Journey to Meet the Pigman article. Complete the questions for Monday's class.
Science 8
Today we corrected our Chapter 2 review assignment. Conducted a disease transmission lab and made a Bingo card for the review game on Monday. If the students take the time to define all of the Bingo Terms they will be given extra credit.
The Chapter 2 test is on Tuesday
The Chapter 2 test is on Tuesday
Social Studies 7
A review of the unit on History continued with students taking notes in class. Please note that the recently sent home Progress Report did NOT include the grade for the recently completed History Report! The final grade on the report can significantly change the third quarter grade.
Applied Math
8th graders completed Test 11 and extra credit
7th graders had a fraction activity.
8th graders - No homework for the weekend!
7th graders - Complete the Coin Worksheet - due on Monday
7th graders had a fraction activity.
8th graders - No homework for the weekend!
7th graders - Complete the Coin Worksheet - due on Monday
Social Studies 8
Chapter 4, Section 3: The Struggle for Liberty - including such interesting things as the Battle of Trenton, the Battle of Saratoga, Nathan Hale, and John Paul Jones.
Students were advised about what to bring on research days - starting Monday. It was also discussed that due to the limited time before spring break and few research days (4 total) it is imperative that students use computer lab time for research. Any other activites will result in a lowered grade for the presentation.
No Homework!
Students were advised about what to bring on research days - starting Monday. It was also discussed that due to the limited time before spring break and few research days (4 total) it is imperative that students use computer lab time for research. Any other activites will result in a lowered grade for the presentation.
No Homework!
Social Studies 8
Chapter 4, Section 3: The Struggle for Liberty
Students chose topics for their individual presentations. It was discussed that presentation are scheduled to be completed by spring break. Since the 8th grade field trip is the day before spring break, that gives us one less day to prepare. Students were warned that there will be limited computer lab research time (4 days total) so any activity by a student that is not research will result in a lowered grade for the presentation. Students were advised about what materials to bring to class on research days - starting on Monday. No homework!
Students chose topics for their individual presentations. It was discussed that presentation are scheduled to be completed by spring break. Since the 8th grade field trip is the day before spring break, that gives us one less day to prepare. Students were warned that there will be limited computer lab research time (4 days total) so any activity by a student that is not research will result in a lowered grade for the presentation. Students were advised about what materials to bring to class on research days - starting on Monday. No homework!
Health 7
Today in class we went over the test scores from the Communication Unit test. Students who were absent the day of the test will need to come in to take the test during lunch, study hall, or after school.
We began our Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Awareness Unit today. We defined drugs, discussed what is classified as a drug and reasons teens choose to use drugs. No homework.
We began our Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Awareness Unit today. We defined drugs, discussed what is classified as a drug and reasons teens choose to use drugs. No homework.
Health 8
Students should be working on their semester health goal and talking with their accountability partners.
Today in class we discussed care for sudden illnesses. No homework.
Today in class we discussed care for sudden illnesses. No homework.
Thursday, March 6, 2008
English/Lit 7
Students worked on evaluating different types of technical writing as they prepare to begin writing their own. There will be a substitute tomorrow as I am going in for knee surgery; however, the students understand they will be following a planning guide tomorrow and beginning to compose their rough draft in class. I'm excited for these; some of the topics are highly entertaining!
Literature -- We filled out an anticipation guide as we prepare to read Freak the Mighty. Because of the fact that there is a substitute tomorrow, students will begin reading the novel and filling out a study guide with the first few chapters. We will have time to discuss these when I return.
Literature -- We filled out an anticipation guide as we prepare to read Freak the Mighty. Because of the fact that there is a substitute tomorrow, students will begin reading the novel and filling out a study guide with the first few chapters. We will have time to discuss these when I return.
Science 8
We reviewed Viruses and Bacteria with a group activity using concept maps. The students were assigned Pages 69-70 problems 1-20. Page 71 problems 1-5 for extra credit.
Science 7
Students reviewed latitude and longitude by using an atlas during a lab exercise. Students were also reminded of any missing assignments that needed to be turned in.
Social Studies 8
Chapter 4: Section 2 - Declaring Independence
We reviewed Section 1 and also discussed the importance of reading through a section before attempting to answer the questions at the end of the section.
Students were reminded that we will be picking presentation topics tomorrow.
Assignment: READ Section 2 (p. 118-121), p. 121 #1-3
We reviewed Section 1 and also discussed the importance of reading through a section before attempting to answer the questions at the end of the section.
Students were reminded that we will be picking presentation topics tomorrow.
Assignment: READ Section 2 (p. 118-121), p. 121 #1-3
Applied Math
Test 11 today. Extra credit problems were available. Students could also receive an additional 2% on their test grade if they completed their test review and showed work for ALL problems.
Look for graded tests to be returned on Monday.
Look for graded tests to be returned on Monday.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Literature 8
Due to the early release day shortened schedule...We were only able to correct and discuss the end of the book.
The Pigman book test has been moved to Friday. 3-7-08
The Pigman book test has been moved to Friday. 3-7-08
Science 8
Today we talked about the end of Chapter 2: Viruses, Bacteria and Your Health: pages 60-65.
The students were given a review assignment that follows those pages.
Field trip forms and money are due on Thursday. Slips will not be accepted after tomorrow.
The chapter 2 test has been moved to next week Tuesday.
The students were given a review assignment that follows those pages.
Field trip forms and money are due on Thursday. Slips will not be accepted after tomorrow.
The chapter 2 test has been moved to next week Tuesday.
Social Studies 8
While Ms. Francoeur was away at conferences students were supposed to complete a study guide as well as the Chapter 3 test. There have been some incidents brought to my attention where students have either (1) not chosen to complete the study guide and use their notes instead - which was clearly outlined as not permissable - or (2) students have been "sharing" study guides - either letting friends copy without doing the work, or passing off their study guides to friends after they already took the test. In order to keep this from happening again, and to encourage students to take a more active role in their learning, some changes for the next chapter (chapter 4 - the American Revolution) were announced today.
1. Notes for students will be much less detailed to encourage students to practice reading for information skills and studying on a more frequent basis.
2. Notes and study guides will not be allowed on the test - studying is required.
3. For this chapter, students will also have individual presentations to complete. Requirements and topic choices were distributed today. These presentations will offer students the opportunity to further research one of the many important people, battles, or documents covered in this chapter.
Also today we went through the main ideas of Chapter 4, Section 1
Assignment: Read Section 1 (p. 112-116) and answer the assessment questions 1-4 on p. 116. Start looking over topics you are interested in - topic choosing is on Friday - names will be drawn in random order.
1. Notes for students will be much less detailed to encourage students to practice reading for information skills and studying on a more frequent basis.
2. Notes and study guides will not be allowed on the test - studying is required.
3. For this chapter, students will also have individual presentations to complete. Requirements and topic choices were distributed today. These presentations will offer students the opportunity to further research one of the many important people, battles, or documents covered in this chapter.
Also today we went through the main ideas of Chapter 4, Section 1
Assignment: Read Section 1 (p. 112-116) and answer the assessment questions 1-4 on p. 116. Start looking over topics you are interested in - topic choosing is on Friday - names will be drawn in random order.
Applied Math
Reviewed Powers of 10, Expanded Notation, and Rectangular Area. New today - square roots.
Assignment: Test Review for tomorrow's test
Students are reminded that there will be no corrections made on tomorrow's test. There will still be extra credit available as well as bonus points for turning in the completed test review with the test tomorrow.
Assignment: Test Review for tomorrow's test
Students are reminded that there will be no corrections made on tomorrow's test. There will still be extra credit available as well as bonus points for turning in the completed test review with the test tomorrow.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Algebra
Reviewed exponents and raising a power to another power. Homework is Lesson 8.1 part 2, page 454-455, problems 75-82 and 86-105.
7th Grade Math
Went over conversions with fractions and percents. Showed students how to change a percent to it's equivalent fraction. Then showed them how to go from a fraction to a percent. Homework is Lesson 7-5, page 315, problems 13-39.
Pre-Algebra
Reviewed two-step equations with students. Homework is practice lesson 10-2 on page 640, problems 1-30.
7th and 8th Grade Art
7th Grade Art: A demonstration was given in class today on watercolor painting. Students are expected to be at the point of experimenting with the techniques so that they can begin finalizing their self-portrait projects.
8th Grade Art: Students continued cutting out shapes for their stained glass piece.
8th Grade Art: Students continued cutting out shapes for their stained glass piece.
Social Studies 7
Students presented their reports to the class. Please note that the grades on this report will not be reflected on the Progress Report being sent home this week. All grades needed to be in by Monday and the History Reports were not due until Monday.
Science 7
Students viewed a film about the earth's physical features and completed the study guide which accompanied it. The assignment for Wednesday is to create a "quiz" using at least 10 terms that were explained in the video.
Science 8
Today we finished our disease presentations. Nice Job Eighth Graders! We also reviewed the Venn Diagram assignment due on Monday.
Remember the field trip forms were due on Monday...please bring them in ASAP!
The chapter 2 test is scheduled for Friday, March 7th
Remember the field trip forms were due on Monday...please bring them in ASAP!
The chapter 2 test is scheduled for Friday, March 7th
Literature 8
We discussed the end of the book and completed a story map dealing with the last 4 chapters. The students were asked to complete questions from chapters 12-15 and a close activity.
The Pigman test is scheduled for Thursday.
The Pigman test is scheduled for Thursday.
7TH GRADE FRENCH
WELCOME TO THE WEEK OF MARCH 3. PROGRESS REPORTS QUARTER 3 WERE DUE YESTERDAY. THIS WEEK BOTH SECTIONS OF FRENCH (WHICH MEET EVERY OTHER DAY) WILL HAVE A NUMBER QUIZ FOR GRADE. PRACTICE OF LISTENING SKILLS AND PRONUNCIATION WILL BE THE QUIZ REVIEW WITH FLASH CARDS IN CLASS. MADAME COE.
Monday, March 3, 2008
English/Lit 7
English *
Today we turned in the final drafts of the Internet research paper! I'm sure many students were excited to be done and turn in the completed product!
Literature *
We discussed our characterization & setting quizzes. Students have the option to retake this quiz all week. They just need to let me know when they will be coming in and they can have another shot at it. I am hoping that many students will take me up on this offer and not just settle for a "passing" grade.
We also discussed and worked a little more with plot order (chronological & flashback) as well as foreshadowing.
Today we turned in the final drafts of the Internet research paper! I'm sure many students were excited to be done and turn in the completed product!
Literature *
We discussed our characterization & setting quizzes. Students have the option to retake this quiz all week. They just need to let me know when they will be coming in and they can have another shot at it. I am hoping that many students will take me up on this offer and not just settle for a "passing" grade.
We also discussed and worked a little more with plot order (chronological & flashback) as well as foreshadowing.
Science 8
Disease presentations began today. I was very impressed with some of the creative ways the students shared their research. We plan to finish presenting on Tuesday.
The students were asked to turn in their Virus/Bacteria Venn Diagram today at the start of class.
Other Reminders:
All Milwaukee Public Museum trip money and permission slips were due today. Please send in slips ASAP. The museum requires us to pay at least two weeks in advance to reserve our spot. This truly is a wonderful opportunity for our students.
The Chapter Two test is scheduled for Friday. 3-7-08
The students were asked to turn in their Virus/Bacteria Venn Diagram today at the start of class.
Other Reminders:
All Milwaukee Public Museum trip money and permission slips were due today. Please send in slips ASAP. The museum requires us to pay at least two weeks in advance to reserve our spot. This truly is a wonderful opportunity for our students.
The Chapter Two test is scheduled for Friday. 3-7-08
Literature 8
We finished reading The Pigman today in class. Tomorrow we will work on questions from Chapters 12-15 as well as a total book summary. The test on The Pigman is scheduled for Thursday.
Pre-Algebra
Went over two step equations. Students learned that the first step involved adding or subtracting and the second step involved multiplying or dividing. Homework: Lesson 10-2, page 477. Problems 13-20, extra-credit 41-52. Please make sure your child shows their work and checks the answer.
Health 7
Discussed passsive, assertive, agressive styles of communication. Reviewed for test on Tuesday (B-day) and Wednesday (A-day).
Health 8
Finished practicing care for an unconscious choking adult. Students were given time to review adult care by completing crossword puzzle. Test on Tuesday (B-day)and Wednesday (A-day).
Science 7
Students were informed of their progress so far this quarter while they worked to complete a Study Guide for Exploring Earth's Surface.
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