Science 7

We are continuing our discussions about soil formation and now today we started to talk about the importance of soil conservation and how that is achieved. The students had some great thoughts and ideas on the topic which lead to lively discussions today! They have an assignment due for Friday 1/16/09. They are to complete the key terms and concepts for 2.3 Soil Conservation. In addition, I reminded the classes that I will be collecting their notebooks next week and as of today, there are 9 assignments/notes taken that are supposed to be in the notebook for 2nd quarter. Also, we have our test on 1/21/09 - next week Wednesday.

Social Studies 7

Yesterday we finished up our crossword puzzles on the vocabulary from the Anthropology unit. We were also able to correct them in class.

Today, the students received a sheet of various dialects of the English language. The students have to match the Australian and British term to the American term. The students were able to work in partners and they are bringing them home tonight...so watch out for some questions! The Internet, dictionary, etc are great tools. The assignment is due on Friday.

Science 8

Tuesday...oops! We learned about the components of blood and read and answered questions about blood typing. Due Wednesday!

Today we corrected the assignment and discussed 4.3 Genetic Advancements. A review assignment for pages 123-128 was assigned.

REMINDERS: These have been written on the board every day as well!

Quiz on chapter 4 on Friday1/16 (All notes will be allowed)

Science Showcase due on Monday 1/19

Unit test on Thursday 1/22

Literature 8

I missed yesterday...oops! (Tuesday) We read the last two chapters of the book. A chapter review assignment was given and due today.

We started watching the movie based on the book today.

The book test is scheduled for Friday!

Social Studies 8

32-Minute homeroom schedule today. Students in Ms. Francoeur's homeroom had the opportunity to make up any missing work, and work on homework from any other class.

In Social Studies today we discussed Chapter 13 (The United Kingdom) Sections 1-2. Students were assigned to read and fill out the study guide for Section 3. The Chapter 13 Quiz will be on Friday, regardless of possible inclement weather on Thursday.