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.