Mid-Chapter Practice on page 170, problems 1-20. Also, on page 572 &573, Lessons 4-3/4-4 problems 2-26 EVEN. Class had 25 minutes of working time, many that used the time well are almost done.
Mid Chapter Test and Quiz tomorrow!
Monday, November 30, 2009
Science 7
Today students turned in their signed science test and coinciding assignment if they scored a 78% or below. We began watching the last episode of Storm Chasers from the Discovery channel.
Algebra
Lesson 4.4 Part 1, pages 230-231. Problems 16-20 and 21-25 odds, 36, 39-47 odd. Test on Friday.
Health 8
Worked on circulatory system study guide in class. We talked about pulse, heart rate, located and calculated radial and carotid pulses.
Health 7
Communication Test on Tuesday. Study your notes!!
Today in class we talked about reasons why kids do drugs.
Today in class we talked about reasons why kids do drugs.
Science 8
Introduction to Genetics. Chapter 3...vocabulary started, Crossword assigned (Due on Wednesday) and a class trait survey today! No new prefix list this week...students should review "E" through "IKL"
Welcome Back!
Welcome Back!
Literature 8
We finished up Gulliver's Travels today. Second Hour needs to finish Tuesday. A short review activity will take place Tuesday. We will be choosing our next book as well.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
8th gr. Spanish FLEX
Many of the FLEX students were gone on the Honor Roll field trip today. Those remaining saw the video Mexico's Great Pyramids.
Feliz dia de accion de gracias (Happy Thanksgiving).
Feliz dia de accion de gracias (Happy Thanksgiving).
Monday, November 23, 2009
7th Grade-Mr. Smith
Lesson 4-4, pages 168-169. Problems 8-40 even. Extra-credit 43-49. Check your solutions and no calculators. Show your work!
Algebra
Students went to the gym and worked on the rubber band cannon experiment. The questions and graphs will be due on Monday, 11/30.
Health 8
We watched a Bill Nye the Science Guy DVD on the heart and circulatory system.
No assignment.
No assignment.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
7th Grade Math
Lesson 4-2/4-3 worksheet packet. Do the evens and check your solutions. The odds are extra credit.
Health 7
Took notes on alternatives to conflict and passsive, assertive, and aggressive communication styles.
Please bring all notes to class on Monday.
Please bring all notes to class on Monday.
Science 8
We reviewed for the test today. Chapter two test is scheduled for Monday. STUDY!
Reminders:
I,K, & L list is due no later than Monday.
Extra Credit is due Monday...Brown Enrichment sheet and Key Terms from pg. 70 defined.
Reminders:
I,K, & L list is due no later than Monday.
Extra Credit is due Monday...Brown Enrichment sheet and Key Terms from pg. 70 defined.
Health 8
Read pp. 78-84 for Monday.
I hope everyone did well on their Muscular & Skeletal System Test. Have a great weekend.
I hope everyone did well on their Muscular & Skeletal System Test. Have a great weekend.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Science 8
Today we went to the Library Computer lab to work on an on-line mitosis lab. Students had time to complete the lab but may need to make a pie chart for homework.
http://www.biology.arizona.edu/cell_bio/activities/cell_cycle/cell_cycle.html
http://www.biology.arizona.edu/cell_bio/activities/cell_cycle/cell_cycle.html
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Health 8
Students took a pop quiz on muscle and bone indentification. Study, study, study!! We worked on study guide for pp. 24-28 in class.
Test on Thursday covering muscles and bones, pp.12-18 and 24-28 in text. Yes, there will be a word bank on the test for muscle and bone identification!!
Remember you can use http://msjensen.cehd.umn.edu/webanatomy/ to study.
Test on Thursday covering muscles and bones, pp.12-18 and 24-28 in text. Yes, there will be a word bank on the test for muscle and bone identification!!
Remember you can use http://msjensen.cehd.umn.edu/webanatomy/ to study.
8th gr. Spanish FLEX
We spent the class period reviewing for tomorrow's quiz (Wednesday!). Students need to study the forms of "tener" (to have), the four forms of "the," and the classroom vocabulary (book, notebook, backpack, etc.) It helps to make flashcards. The quiz will have the English words and the students will need to write the Spanish equivalents.
Science 8
We discussed The Cell Cycle today. The students have a note-review to complete outside of class.
Remember the Chapter 2 test is on Monday...as well as the Prefix list I,K,L quiz too!
Remember the Chapter 2 test is on Monday...as well as the Prefix list I,K,L quiz too!
Literature 8
We began watchin Gulliver's Travels. A study guide that follows the movie is an in class participation/attention assignment. There will be a quiz at the end!
Monday, November 16, 2009
Health 7
Viewed a short video clip and took notes on anger triggers and cues.
Extra-credit crossword was distributed.
Extra-credit crossword was distributed.
Health 8
In computer lab using the tutorial MS Jensen Web Anatomy.
Assignment: One paragraph stating 2 benefits of website, if you liked/disliked the site, if you would use it in the future and for what purpose.
Assignment: One paragraph stating 2 benefits of website, if you liked/disliked the site, if you would use it in the future and for what purpose.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Conference Times:
Thursday, November 19, 4:00-7:00 pm
Friday, November 20, 8:00-10:00 am
Friday, November 20, 8:00-10:00 am
Monday, November 23, 4:00-7:00 pm
There are no scheduled conference times...feel free to drop in during any of the times listed. Hope to see you there!
Literature 8
The class had a work day to complete reading the Scope magazine articles and work on a review assignment. All work was due at the end of the hour.
Tomorrow we will be watching Gulliver's Travels.
Friday, November 13, 2009
science 7
Students handed in their precipitation assignment from pg. 65. We discussed the various types of storms, the formation of storms, what we experience here in Wisconsin, and more. They have a storms assignment over the weekend, it is due Monday!
Remember, test next week Wednesday.
Remember, test next week Wednesday.
8th gr. Spanish FLEX
We reviewed the vocabulary for the classroom objects (paper, pencil, backpack, etc.). We reviewed the four forms of "the" (el, la, los, las) and we went over the forms of "tener" (to have).
We worked on a worksheet in class (on green paper) and went over the first side of it. We will correct the second side of the green worksheet on Monday.
There will be a quiz on all of the above sometime next week (perhaps on Wednesday).
We worked on a worksheet in class (on green paper) and went over the first side of it. We will correct the second side of the green worksheet on Monday.
There will be a quiz on all of the above sometime next week (perhaps on Wednesday).
Science 8
Prefix Quiz "H" today...and lists are due!
A review game to prepare for a Photosynthesis & Respiration quiz on Monday. Notes will be allowed.
A review game to prepare for a Photosynthesis & Respiration quiz on Monday. Notes will be allowed.
Literature 8
We read the play "Fame" as a class today. We will finish reading our Scope magazine and have a study guide to complete on Monday.
Social Studies 8
Review of Africa's Physical Features and Capitals.
Final day of research for informative writing.
Rough Drafts MUST BE written IN CLASS on Monday. Students will receive a grade for their rough drafts ONLY if the rough draft is done in class, and in the student's own handwriting. Typed rough drafts will not be accepted for points.
Final day of research for informative writing.
Rough Drafts MUST BE written IN CLASS on Monday. Students will receive a grade for their rough drafts ONLY if the rough draft is done in class, and in the student's own handwriting. Typed rough drafts will not be accepted for points.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Pre-Algebra
Chapter 3 reivew, pages 146-148. Problems 9-48. Chapter 3 test, quiz 2, and notes tomorrow.
7th Grade-Mr. Smith
Chapter 3 study guide and review. Pages 142-144. Problems 12-58 even, odds are extra-credit.
Chapter 3 test and quiz 2 tomorrow. Chapter 3 notes are also due.
Chapter 3 test and quiz 2 tomorrow. Chapter 3 notes are also due.
Science 7
Tic Tac Toe 2.4 project was due today. We continued our discussion on precipitation, and students took a few notes. The section assessment on pg. 65 is due tomorrow (it was assigned yesterday).
Also, our test will be on 11/18/09
Also, our test will be on 11/18/09
7th grade math (moran)
Lesson 3-7, pages 140 and 141. Problems assigned are # 11-36 and 40-49.
Remember Chapter 3 Test on MONDAY!
Remember Chapter 3 Test on MONDAY!
Health 7
Students took notes on communication barriers and engaged in a demonstration of communication barriers. Complete the summary sheet Pass Right/Pass Left if not completed in class.
Health 8
Students took a pop quiz on the bones of the body and then completed the study guide for pp. 12-18 in the text. Due on Friday if not completed in class.
Science 8
Photosynthesis labs were finished up.
Review assignment given on Monday was corrected.
Remember the "H" list is due and the quiz is tomorrow!
Review assignment given on Monday was corrected.
Remember the "H" list is due and the quiz is tomorrow!
Social Studies 8
Review of Africa's political map and capitals.
Introduced the Africa writing to inform paper which will be due next Thursday, November 19. Students will choose an issue in Africa and research this topic in order to write a 1-2 page paper informing the reader about that issue. Please see your child's orange packet for more detailed information as well as a daily schedule and grading rubric.
We began research in the IMC.
Introduced the Africa writing to inform paper which will be due next Thursday, November 19. Students will choose an issue in Africa and research this topic in order to write a 1-2 page paper informing the reader about that issue. Please see your child's orange packet for more detailed information as well as a daily schedule and grading rubric.
We began research in the IMC.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
7th Grade Math
Lesson 3-7, pages 140-141. Problems 11-36. Extra-credit 40-49. Test and quiz on Friday.
Algebra
Lesson 3.8, pages 183-186. Problems 12-28 even, 29, 33-35, 39, 44-46, 59. Quiz 3 problems 1-12. Test and quiz on Friday.
Science 8
Photosynthesis/chromatography lab today. Students were able to view plant cells and read about the effects of photosynthesis. They also will learn the truth behind pigments and what they really contain.
Social Studies 8
Today is Veteran's Day! Students went to an assembly today where they heard from local veterans about their experiences in the military and overseas.
In social studies we reviewed our Africa maps, countries, and capitals. Map Test is November 23. As a class we read about the history of ancient Egypt. Then we identified types of questions typically asked in textbooks and answered them.
Question packets were due at the end of the hour.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Science 7
Today we read and discussed the various cloud types and formations. Students had part of the period to work on their Tic-Tac-Toe projects for 2.4 Water in the Atmosphere. They have had 3 days of class time to work on the project. Many students have finished because they used their time wisely. If the projects are not completed, it now must be finished at home as homework. It is due this Thursday 11/12/09.
7th grade math (moran)
Tonight: Extra Practice! Pages 570 & 571.
Lesson 3-4, #'s 2 - 30 EVENS
Lesson 3-5, #'s 1 - 27
Chapter 3 TEST on Monday 11/16/09
Lesson 3-4, #'s 2 - 30 EVENS
Lesson 3-5, #'s 1 - 27
Chapter 3 TEST on Monday 11/16/09
Health 7
Completed Back to Back activity in class. If not finished with summary sheet, finish for homework.
Health 8
Began cutting out pieces for our skeleton model. Finish all cutting prior to class on Wednesday.
Study bones for 5-10 minutes.
Study bones for 5-10 minutes.
Science 8
Photosynthesis 'key term' partner activity.
Student worked with a partner to define and learn the concepts for their vocabulary term. All teams presented their information to the class. At the end of class all terms were then defined...for those classes that did not finish, presentations will continue on Wednesday.
A concept review assignment was assigned and is due on Wednesday.
Student worked with a partner to define and learn the concepts for their vocabulary term. All teams presented their information to the class. At the end of class all terms were then defined...for those classes that did not finish, presentations will continue on Wednesday.
A concept review assignment was assigned and is due on Wednesday.
Monday, November 9, 2009
algebra
Lesson 3.6 part 2. Patges 170-172. Problems 44, 49-53, 59, 61-71 and quiz 2 (1-12). Quiz Wednesday and test on Friday.
7th and 8th grade Band Students
Today, the students were instructed to bring their agendas to class. The students are to write "Band Lesson ___ Hour" on each day of each lesson. As they flip through their pages, they will have one band lesson written in each week and the hour that lesson will occur. The lesson schedule will stay the same as first quarter. If the student did not check off the assignment with Miss Becker at the end of class, the students will be required to show the written lesson times on Wednesday, November 11th during band!
There were some students who were unable to bring their agendas to class due to Mr. Whitmore having the agendas for grading purposes. They will need to have this completed by Wednesday, November 11th!
There were some students who were unable to bring their agendas to class due to Mr. Whitmore having the agendas for grading purposes. They will need to have this completed by Wednesday, November 11th!
Science 8
All chapter 1 work/tests were passed back.
An introduction to Photosynthesis: Prior knowledge questions and video.
An introduction to Photosynthesis: Prior knowledge questions and video.
Literature 8
Work day for completing their individual/partner projects based on the book "And Then There Were None" Students are demonstrating their knowledge of the book through these projects.
Tomorrow is the last work day.
Tomorrow is the last work day.
Health 7
Share syllabus with a parent and get signed. We defined comunication and engaged in an activity to demonstrate advantages and disadvantages of each type of cmmunication.
Health 8
Read pp. 12-18. ( we read 12-15 in class). Study bones diagram for 5-10 minutes. Share syllabus with parent and get parent signature.
Social Studies 8
Russia/Eurasia Map Assignments due today.
Russia/Eurasian Republics Map Test today - spelling counts!
Assignment: Complete the Africa Map Packet - these will be checked tomorrow for a grade.
The tentative date for the Africa Map Test is Monday, November 23. As the date becomes closer, it will be discussed with students that if they are going to be absent the 23rd and 24th due to deer hunting or family vacation for Thanksgiving, they will need to take the test BEFORE they leave (Thursday, November 19).
Russia/Eurasian Republics Map Test today - spelling counts!
Assignment: Complete the Africa Map Packet - these will be checked tomorrow for a grade.
The tentative date for the Africa Map Test is Monday, November 23. As the date becomes closer, it will be discussed with students that if they are going to be absent the 23rd and 24th due to deer hunting or family vacation for Thanksgiving, they will need to take the test BEFORE they leave (Thursday, November 19).
Science 7
Today students have a work day in class on their Tic-Tac-Toe project. Students choose 3 out of 9 assignments to complete and turn in by Thursday 11/12/09. The assignments all pertain to 2.4 Water in the Atmosphere. Students were given the tic-tac-toe boards on Thursday 11/5/09.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Thursday, November 5, 2009
7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith
Lesson 3-4, pages 123-124. Problems 10-58 even and 52-69. Odds are extra credit.
Pre-Algebra
Mid-chapter practice. Page 130. Problems 1-25. Packet 3-3. Do the evens. Odds and enrichment are extra credit. Mid-chapter test, quiz, and notes tomorrow.
8th gr. Spanish FLEX
We reviewed the Spanish vocabulary for the body parts (which the students have in their notes). We had a practice quiz on the body parts. Tomorrow (Friday) they will have a quiz on the body parts. The students handed in their textbooks. The remaining time in the class period was spent watching the Spanish version of Pinocchio. On Monday these students will start their 8th grade health class.
Science 8
Today was a review day for the test. The students had part of the class time to finish and turn in their lab reports. We then studied for the test by completing a concept map and practiced cell structure identification. Extra credit offered for tomorrow: define the key terms on page 38. This will also help them study!
Here is a great cell site:
http://askabiologist.asu.edu/research/buildingblocks/cellparts.html
Here is a great cell site:
http://askabiologist.asu.edu/research/buildingblocks/cellparts.html
Literature 8
The students were given the class period to practice/create their book project due on Wednesday.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Science 7
Today, they turned in their flying contraption rationale. Students also continued to work on their water cycle poster or mobile. These will be completed tomorrow in class.
7th grade math (Moran)
Mid-Chapter Review on page 116. Problems 1-15. Also, pg. 570, Lesson 3-3; problems 1-24.
Mid-Chapter Test and Quiz TOMORROW - STUDY!
Mid-Chapter Test and Quiz TOMORROW - STUDY!
Science 8
Students were given time to complete their osmosis and diffusion lab work. Remember the test on chapter one is Friday. Study!
Literature 8
Students choose a solitary, partner or small group project for "And Then There Were None". All work and presentations are due on Wednesday of next week.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
7th Grade Math-Mr.Smith
Mid-chapter practice. Page 116. Problems 1-15. Extra practice worksheet packet 3-3. Enrichment side is extra-credit.
Mid-chapter 3 test and quiz tomorrow.
Mid-chapter 3 test and quiz tomorrow.
Algebra
Lesson 3.4, Part 2. Page 157-159. Problems (31-41 odd), 42, 45, 46, 50, 52, 55, 60, 65, 69, 70.
Mid-chapter test and notes on Friday.
Mid-chapter test and notes on Friday.
Health 7
Students discussed guidelines for dating and marriage in class today.
Dating interview is due Wednesday.
All missing/late work is due Wednesday to receive credit for 1st Quarter.
Dating interview is due Wednesday.
All missing/late work is due Wednesday to receive credit for 1st Quarter.
Health 8
Students read pages 68-71 ands completed study guide.
Students need to bring snack food labels for Wednesday.
All missing/late work needs to be turned in by tomorrow in order to receive credit for 1st Quarter.
Students need to bring snack food labels for Wednesday.
All missing/late work needs to be turned in by tomorrow in order to receive credit for 1st Quarter.
Science 8
We reviewed key terms used during our labs this week. Students will be working in small groups to complete three labs illustrating diffusion and osmosis.
Test on Friday ...study a little each night.
Test on Friday ...study a little each night.
Literature 8
We finished the movie today...spontaneous extra credit was offered: A list of ten differences between the book and movie will be given toward the test scores!
8th gr. Spanish FLEX
This week we are working on learning the Spanish vocabulary for the parts of the body: arm, leg, head, foot, back, etc.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Science 7
Today we finally were able to go outside and test our flying contraptions/apparatuses! It was interesting to see which designs were overall successful and what alterations were made on the spot to improve the gaining or sustaining of altitude :) Flying Rationales need to be turned in tomorrow!
**Remember, quarter 1 ends on FRIDAY! So, make sure to turn in missing work by Thursday 11/5/09!
7th Grade Math (Moran)
Tonight's assignment is extra practice, from the back section of the book. Students are to complete Lesson 3-1 (problems 1-22) and Lesson 3-2 (problems 1-22). The pages are 569 and 570.
*Chapter 3 mid-chapter test and quiz on Thursday.
*Chapter 3 mid-chapter test and quiz on Thursday.
7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith
Lesson 3-3, pages 114-115. Problems 9-40 and 44-52. Mid-chapter 3 test and quiz on Wednesday.
Pre-Algebra
Lesson 3-1, pages 118-119. Problems 14-41 and 49-56. Mid-chapter 3 test and quiz on Friday.
Health 7
We discussed dating, dating abuse, and harassment in class. Dating interview due on Wednesday.
Quarter ends on Friday. All missing work needs to be in by Wednesday to receive credit.
Quarter ends on Friday. All missing work needs to be in by Wednesday to receive credit.
Health 8
Students read pp.60-65, completed study guide and labeled the digestive system model.
Quarter ends on Friday so all missing work needs to be turned in by Wednesday to receive credit.
Quarter ends on Friday so all missing work needs to be turned in by Wednesday to receive credit.
Science 8
Introduction to Osmosis/ Diffusion and transport. Students read an article and their book to compare and find terms needed for tomorrows lab.
Our chapter one test is scheduled for Friday...Topics include: Cell Theory, Cell structures and functions, Organic compounds and Osmosis/diffusion.
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