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.

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

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.

Algebra

Lesson 8.1 Pt 1, page 453-454. Problems 22-68.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 8-1, page 377. Problems 15-34 and 38-42.

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).

Social Studies 7

Students completed and turned in their History Short Report.

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.