Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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.

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