Applied Math 8

Chapter 4 Mid-Chapter Test

Applied Math 7

Test 9

Social Studies 8

Students viewed and evaluated the class averages for yesterday's map test. We discussed that at this point in the year, it is each student's responsibility to be studying for their map tests. The remaining projects we are doing this semester are very time-intensive and Mr. Whitmore and Ms. Francoeur would prefer to have students be responsible for studying for map tests, rather than taking class time to "force" students to study.
Students completed a study guide about the "Australia" video which previews our next unit.
The Oceania Map Test is scheduled for Friday, January 7. This is the first Friday back from break. The Oceania Map Test only consists of 15 points. It is important that students STUDY for this test OUTSIDE of class.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Students completed a study guide as they viewed "Genes and Chromosomes" which reviewed much of the material we have already covered in this chapter, as well previewing content still to come.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-7, pages 184-185. Problems 7-26 and 31-36.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 4-6, pages 186-187. Problems 7-19 and 23-28.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Additional Practice for 4-4.
4-4 Packet due in class.
HW: Mid-Chapter Review p. 170 #4-20. Chapter 4 Mid-Chapter Test is tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Test 9 review today. Make sure you bring it with you to class tomorrow to use on the test.

Social Studies 8

Judegment Day has arrived - The South/Southwest Asia Map Test.
Oceania Map Packets should be completed and checked for completion after the test.
7th Hour ONLY: due to various interruptions throughout our documentary project and limited lab access this week, those students who did not get their documentaries viewed will need to come to the middle school lab over lunch TOMORROW so documentaries can be graded.

Science 8 -Francoeur

Finishing up our Punnett Square and Genes/Chromosomes Lab today. The halves of the class switched to complete whichever part of the lab they didn't complete yesterday.
No homework. Check Skyward for mising study guides... there are a lot.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 4-4.
HW: p. 573 (4-4) #1-27

Applied Math 7

Lesson 45: Multiplying Decimal Numbers.
No homework today for most students because we managed to get an entire lesson completed, corrected, AND turned in - in only one class period! This is very exciting. If you didn't complete your lesson, you have homework.

Social Studies 8

2nd and 3rd hours completed their documentaries. They were viewed by the other students in the hour as well as the teacher and were graded as they were viewed.
7th hour will have today to complete their documentaries and will have final viewing and grading on Wednesday since they missed a day due to the Explore test and we lost power while in the computer lab on Friday.
All hours will have their South/Southwest Asia Map test tomorrow. Make sure you study.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Discussed Chapter 3, Section 2: Probability and Heredity. Important terms to remember include genotype, phenotype, homozygous, and heterozygous.
Half the class used the microslide viewers to learn about chromosomes and genes. The other half of the class did a Punnett square lab. Tomorrow they will switch.

Health 7

Disussed social pressure to use drugs in class today. Students performed skits to demonstrate refusal skills.

Health 8

Took Fitness Unit Test today in class.
Assignment: Read pp. 1-11 in First Aid book.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 4-4: Solving 2-Step Equations
HW: p. 168 #8-25 and #30-37 due Monday.

Applied Math 7

Completed, corrected, and submitted Lesson 44. No homework.

Social Studies 8

Review for Map Test.
Computer Lab time to work on documentaries. Documentaries should be mostly finished after today. 10 minutes will be allotted on Monday for final work time. The rest of the period students will be able to view the documentaries that their peers created.
Students who need extra time to work should use their lunch today (Mr. Whitmore supervising) or come in early Monday morning to work in the lab with either Mr. Whitmore or Ms. Francoeur.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Went over Chapter 3, Section 1 (Mendel's Work). Study guides were turned in.
Students were assigned Chapter 3, Section 2 (Probability and Heredity) and the study guide. Study guides were due in class today.

Health 7

Finish anti-ads.

Health 8

Study for test on Friday: pp.78-84 and all fitness handouts.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 4-3 Additional Practice
HW: 4-3 Packet due tomorrow

Applied Math 7

We finished correcting Lesson 43 and began Lesson 44: Proportions
HW: Complete Lesson 44 so you are ready to begin correcting right away tomorrow.

Social Studies 8

Review for South/Southwest Asia Map Test. 3rd Hour - make sure you study on your own today since Mr. Whitmore wasn't here to review with you.
Computer lab for work time on documentary projects.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Today we begin Chapter 3: Genetics - The Science of Heredity. Students read Section 1 (Mendel's Work) and completed the study guide for Section 1. We will discuss Section 1 tomorrow.

Science 8: Stachowski

I was gone on my seventh grade class trip...as a result I missed the blog yesterday. Tuesday:Students were given two review assignments. One on Cancer (2.4)and the other on DNA. The class had the entire hour to work. Our test on Chapter 2 is shaping up to be on Friday.
TODAY: Define the key terms on page 70 plus these six additional:
Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase, yields and Raw Materials....for extra credit. Students were asked to make a bingo card using the same key terms for our review tomorrow.

Science 7

Great day yesterday. They represented their school well.
Today we made a star finder and started our vocabulary for chapter 4.4.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 4-3.
HW: Additional Practice for 4-3: p. 572 #1-27 due tomorrow

Applied Math 7

Began Lesson 43: Graphs
HW: Complete Lesson 43/work on corrections for tomorrow.
Tomorrow we will correct Lesson 43 before beginning Lesson 44.

Social Studies 8

Review for South/Southwest Asia Map Test. Study your capitals!
Computer lab time to work on documentaries.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Chapter 2 Test today. Study guides, review, and notes allowed.
No homework.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 4-3: Solving Multiplication Equations
HW: p. 162-163 #14-27 and 32-37 due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

No class today - 7th graders on field trip.

Social Studies 8

Review for South/Southwest Asia Map Test.
Computer lab time to work on documentary projects.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Today we discussed Chapter 2, Section 4 and students turned in their study guides for a grade. Students were then given the Chapter 2 Review to work on in class. This review will not be graded, however it is allowed on tomorrow's test along with the study guides from Chapter 2, Sections 1-4, and mitosis notes.

Science 8: Stachowski

Extra Credit Video Quiz today...I hope they did well.
All missing work was due today as well.

Science 7

Spelling test 4.3
Constellation extra credit offered.

Applied Math 8

Corrected additional practice for Lesson 4-2.
HW: 4-2 packet due Monday

Applied Math 7

Finished correcting Lesson 42. No homework.

Social Studies 8

Map Review.
Computer Lab for South/Southwest Asia documentary project except students who are missing work.
If research was complete, students could use computer lab time to communicate with their epals. If students did not have time today, they were encouraged to complete an epals exchange at home over the weekend.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Well, 1st and 8th Hours were all caught up from last Friday's assembly, but then there was no 8th hour due to the Explore Test yesterday so once again, the hours are at different places.
1st hour: in an effort to get everyone at the same place in science, 1st hour had a study hall today. This gave students an opportunity to get late/missing work completed and submitted before progress report grades are submitted this afternoon. Most students used their time very well.
8th Hour: Today we will be completing our DNA lab - due in class. HW: Read Chapter 2, Section 4 starting on p. 64 and complete the study guide: due Monday.

Science 8: Stachowski

Mitosis notes and review finished up yesterday. Today we watched/took a video quiz on mitosis...points can be used as extra credit.

Science 7

We took notes today and watched part of a video on the birth of stars.

Vocabulary test 4.3 is tomorrow.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 4-2.
HW: p. 572 (Additional Practice for 4-2) #1-30 due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

We finished correcting Lesson 41 from yesterday and began Lesson 42: Perimeter, Part 2.
HW: Complete Lesson 42. We will check, correct, and check corrections tomorrow.

Social Studies 8

Map Review.
Middle School computer lab for research on South/Southwest Asia documentary projects.
Students with missing work are not allowed to work on the documentary project until their missing work is completed and submitted.
Since progress report grades are being submitted tomorrow, students with missing work were asked to stay after school to complete and submit their work.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Completed our DNA structure and replication lab today.
HW: Read Chapter 2, Section 4 (p.64): Cancer and complete the study guide.
Since progress report grades will be turned in tomorrow, students with missing work have been asked to stay after school today to complete and submit their work.

Health 8

Make sure you bring workout clothes and shoes for Tae-Bo on Thursday!! We will be monitoring target heart rate zones.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 4-2: Solving Addition and Subtraction Equations
HW: p. 159 #11-36

Progress report grades will be submitted on Friday, so all absent/missing work must be turned in by then or it will be reflected as zeros on the progress report.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 41 - Ratio.
New Problems and Word Problems were worked through as a class. Computation problems (including fractions and decimals) were assigned to be worked on independently in class, checked, corrected, and corrections checked before submitting.
You might have homework today if you didn't get all the way through the lesson before the end of the hour.

Social Studies 8

Map Review.
Mr. Whitmore offerred an extra credit opportunity for students: Students may go to the IMC to look at an article in the newest National Geographic (not yet available for checkout) and summarize the article about the treatment of women in Afghanistan as well as what the women there are doing to fight for their rights.
Extra Credit must be turned in by Friday if it is to be reflected on progress report grades, but will be accepted after Friday as well.
Our newest project was introduced today. Students will be making short (5 minute max.) documentaries about a topic in South or Southwest Asia. Today we chose groups and topics and got notes out our textbooks. Starting tomorrow we will be going to the computer lab.
Students who did not turn in the written response that was due today will not be allowed to work on this project until their response is turned in.
Remember, progress report grades will be submitted on Friday, so make sure all your work is turned in.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Continued construcion of our DNA models. Make sure to bring them to class tomorrow since we will be using them for the replication portion of our lab.
Remember that progress report grades will be turned in on Friday, so all missing work needs to be turned in by then.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Additional Practice for Lesson 4-1.
HW: 4-1 Packet - due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Test 8

Social Studies 8

As a class, we read and discussed 4 possible foreign policy options for U.S. involvement in Afghanistan. Students took notes on each option.
HW: A 1 page, handwritten response to the question, "What should the U.S. and NATO policy be towards Afghanistan and Pakistan?" Students should support their opinons with facts from the reading and their notes. Due tomorrow.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Both 1st and 8th Hours worked on constructing DNA strands as part of our DNA lab today.

Science 8: Stachowski

All work from last week was passed back. We reviewed Photosynthesis with a few notes and learned about Respiration and Fermentation. **Notes are valuable for reviewing and are allowed on quizzes...I wish all of the students would take them.

A respiration & fermentation assignment was given and is due tomorrow.

Science 7

Today we finished our notes on 4.2 and discussed our lab activity from Friday. We also took the spelling test abandoned on Friday due to an assembly.
Hints were given toward this chapter's extra credit.
No homework tonight!

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-3, pages 162-163. Problems 14-39. Mid-chapter test and quiz on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 4-1, pages 158-159. Problems 10-33 and 36-37.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 4-1.
HW: p. 572 (4-1) #1-30

Applied Math 7

Review for Test 8

Social Studies 8

Students with permission viewed portions of "Obama's War" by PBS Frontline, completed a study guide, and discussed the movie and study guide in class.
Students without permission are to complete an alternative assignment which they were given today. These will need to be turned in and do count as part of their grade.
Grades for alternative assignments will be logged in Skyward under the "Obama's war st. guide" with a note that says "alternate activity"

Science 8 - Francoeur

1st and 8th hours are not quite at the same spot due to the assmbley in 1st hour last Friday. We're hoping to be all caught up and back on the same track by this Friday.
1st Hour: Completed Mitosis notes and illustrated a Mitosis flip book.
8th Hour: Completed Mitosis flip books and began getting organized for our DNA structure and replication lab.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-1 and 4-2 worksheets. Do the evens. Odds are extra-credit.

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 3 test. NO homework :)

Science 7

Due to this mornings assembly I made a change to my plans. The spelling test planned for today was moved to Monday. The students then had the entire hour to finish the parallax lab.

Science 8: Stachowski

Due to several interruptions this week we are finally finishing the osmosis & microscope labs. All work should be turned in today.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 4-1: Writing Expressions and Equations
HW: p. 152 #10-25 - due Monday.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 40: Adding and Subtracting Decimal Numbers. Completed in class.

Social Studies 8

The entire 46 minute period was devoted to studying for the South/Southwest Asia Map Test as a class.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Discussed the Cell Cycle (Section 2.3) - More notes on Mitosis: due in class.
1st Hour was not able to complete the Mitosis notes due to an assembly the first portion of 1st hour, so they will be finishing up on Monday.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 4-1, page 152. Problems 10-28 and 30-35.

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 3 study guide and review. Pages 146-148. Problems 2-48 evens. Odds are extra-credit. Quiz tomorrow and chapter 3 test and notes on Friday.

Science 8: Stachowski

Having a sub today I changed our final lab day until tomorrow.
Any work completed should be turned in. Two reading review assignments were given one on photosynthesis and the other on Diffusion/Osmosis...both due tomorrow. Students will have the hour to work on both.

Science 7

We corrected our assignment and I read an introduction legend about stars origins. Two short reading were assigned: The Hubble Telescope and Constellations...both have 5 questions to be answered.

Health 8

Make test corrections.
Complete study guide for pp. 78-84.
Read pp. 85-89.

Applied Math 8

3-7 Packet due today.
HW: p. 142-144 #11-59 (Chapter 3 Review - test tomorrow)

Applied Math 7

Lesson 38: Rounding Decimal Numbers - due in class.

Social Studies 8

Students viewed and discussed a short documentary entitled "Children of the Taliban" - study guides due in class.
HW: STUDY for your map test (12/20)
Permission slips to view "Obama's War" are due on Friday!

Science 8 - Francoeur

Discussed Photosynthesis today - study guides due.
In Class work - Read Chapter 2, Section 2: Respiration (p. 49) and complete the study guide - due at the end of the hour

7th Grade Math

Chapter 3 test today. No homework :)

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 3-6, pages 144-145. Problems 10-23 and 26-30. Quiz on Thursday, Test on Friday. Make sure notes are done!

Science 8: Stachowski

We are working on Labs in class Monday through Wednesday. This is quite a challenge with half of the class doing a microscope lab and the other doing an osmosis lab. Please remind your child to act appropriately in class...especially during labs. Too much time was wasted yesterday.

Science 7

We discussed the key concepts to Chapter 4.1 today taking a few notes on the back of a reading assignment. We read the article together but many students may need to finish the questions as homework. Monday we defined our vocabulary from 4.1 and I put current grades in the agendas.

Please remember to send in your child's permission slip for the field trip on Dec. 14th. I have about 30 students who still need to respond.

Applied Math 8

Corrected the additional practice for Lesson 3-7.
HW: 3-7 Packet due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 37 - completed in class. No homework.

Social Studies 8

Went over the South/Southwest Asia Map Packet so students could make sure they had everything labeled correctly. The South/Southwest Asia Map TEST will be December 20th and is worth 56 points - this means each student will need to memorize 56 different locations or capitals.
Today, students viewed a website about the history of Afghanistan as a class, discussed the website, and completed a 5 question worksheet about information presented on the website. This was due in class.
No homework, but start studying your map packets today!

Science 8 - Francoeur

Still startingChapter 2 which is about cell processes and energy.
1/2 the class did a lab on photosynthesis using the microslide viewers while the other 1/2 of the class read Chapter 2, Section 1: Photosynthesis (p. 44) and completed the study guide.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 3-7.
HW: p. 571 (additional practice for Lesson 3-7) #1-32. Due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 36: Decimal Fractions and Decimal Place Value.
Lesson should be completed in class.

Social Studies 8

Mrs. Willems, our guidance counselor, administered the Explore surveys in social studies classes today.
Also, students received a permission slip for a PBS Frontline segment we will be watching next week as part of our South/Southwest Asia unit. Please read, sign, and return the slip as soon as possible. Please contact Ms. Francoeur or Mr. Whitmore with questions or concerns.
Permission slip is due by Friday, December 3. Any student without a signed permission slip will NOT be allowed to view the video.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Today we begin Chapter 2 which is about cell processes and energy.
1/2 the class did a lab on photosynthesis using the microslide viewers while the other 1/2 of the class read Chapter 2, Section 1: Photosynthesis (p. 44) and completed the study guide. Tomorrow the halves of the class will switch and do the other activity.

7th Grade Math

chapter 3 study guide and review. Pages 142-143. Problems 11-59. Quiz on lesson 3-4 thru 3-7 on Monday. Chapter 3 test on Tuesday. Notes are due next Tuesday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 3-5, pages 139-140. Problems 8-19 and 22-25.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-7: Dividing Integers
HW: p. 140 #11-32 due on Monday, November 29

Applied Math 7

Test 7 today. Reviews allowed.
No homework.

Social Studies 8

Russia / Eurasia Map Test today.
Soviet Union timelines due today as well.
HW: South/Southwest Asia Map Packet. This is due Monday, November 29, but may be checked off today if completed in class.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Chapter 1 Test today. Notes and Review allowed IF completed and brought to class.
No homework, but please check Skyward. A number of students still need to complete labs from last week. If this is the case, your child will need to come in before school or plan to stay after school. Lab grades will remain at 0 (zero) until the labs are completed and write-ups turned in.

Literature 7

I just wanted to leave a quick note regarding literature grades in Skyward:

If you have been checking literature grades and they seem extremely low, rest assured it is because I have not entered some of the larger assignments the students have been working on. Right now, the students' grades are merely a reflection of whatever they may have scored on their reading quizzes in class. This is not a reflection of what the grades will be once the other assignments are scored and entered over Thanksgiving break.

Thanks!
-- Mrs. Leal Tortomasi

7th Grade Math

Lesson 3-7, pages 140-141. Problems 11-36. Extra-credit 40-49. Quiz next Monday and chapter 3 test is next Tuesday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 3-2, pages 135-136. Problems 12-32, extra-credit 36-42.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Additional Practice for Lesson 3-6.
HW: 3-6 Packet due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Test 7 Review. Get corrected in class. Keep to use on tomorrow's test.

Social Studies 8

Review for Russia/Eurasia Map Test.
Work time on Soviet Union Timelines.
Timelines due tomorrow.
Russia/Eurasia Map Test tomorrow - STUDY.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Chapter 1, Section 4 was discussed today - active transport and passive transport (diffusion and osmosis). Students were given the Chapter 1 Review. If students complete and submit the review today, they will be able to use the review as additional notes on the tomorrow's test. If not, the review will be due tomorrow.
Chapter 1 Test is tomorrow. Make sure you have all your notes from Chapter 1 with you when you come to class or you will not be able to use them.

Science 8: Stachowski

Chapter 1.4 notes reviewed and discussed. The reading passed out on Tuesday serves as notes too. Students may define the key terms on page 38 for extra credit...due Monday! The test for chapter 1 will be on Tuesday. STUDY
The web site below will help reinforce cell organelles and their function...a big part of the test.
http://www.cellsalive.com/

Science 7

Spelling test 3.5-3.6 today.
Chapter 3 test too...all notes and vocabulary allowed.

I hope to see you during conferences!

Science 7

Honor Roll trip today. We organized our notes for the test TOMORROW! and watched a video on the Solar System as a review. Spelling test 3.5-3.6 is tomorrow as well.

All missing work is due tomorrow as well as extra credit from chapter 3. Reminders and extra copies were given of the missing work.

Science 8: Stachowski

No homework today. I passed out a mandatory extra credit review assignment for those students not on the Honor Roll trip today. Reminders for missing work was also provided.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 3-5, pages 130-131. Problems 12-43 and 45-48.

Pre-Algebra

Mid-chapter 3 practice. Page 130. Problems 1-25. Page 622, lesson 3-3. Problems 1-27. Due to honor roll field trip, homework will be graded on Thursday. Mid-chapter test and quiz on Thursday. Lesson 3-1 to 3-3 notes will be graded on Thursday.

Health 7

Complete "I-messages" & "How Do You Handle Your Anger?" handout for Wed.

Health 8

Complete muscular system study guide for pp. 24-28.

Test on skeletal and muscular system on Monday, Nov. 22.

Science 7

Oops...I missed Monday! Sorry.

Monday we finished our vocabulary for this chapter, did a self-evaluation on the Solar System Circuit box and turned in our sunspot graphing assignment. The test is scheduled for Thursday...all notes will be allowed.

Today we reviewed the key concepts of 3.5 & 3.6 and did a concept web of the chapter. STUDY!
Spelling test 3.5-3.6 on Thursday TOO.

Science 8: Stachowski

Oops...I missed yesterday! Sorry.

On Monday we reviewed our chapter so far. We then had a few notes on the elements & compounds that make up cells. A review assignment was given.
Today we corrected the assignment and had a reading assignment on Cellular membranes and transport. Many students were called out for the Basketball Game so only the reading was assigned.

7th Grade Math

Page 570. Lesson 3-4. Problems 1-30.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 3-3. Pages 128-129. Problems 17-50.

Science 7

We corrected the outer planets review today. Our spelling test took place...lists 3.1-3.4 and a take home graphing lab is due on Monday. I found out half way through the day today that there is one comparison to a graph on page 83 in their text book. I thought the worksheet printed the page #...oops. If they don't have the book at home, they can just wait until Monday to answer that question.

Science 8: Stachowski

No homework. We did take a quiz on the microscope and one on the cell structures. Notes were allowed.

Social Studies 8

Independent Study packets are due Monday.
7th hour - middle school lab for epals exchange.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Independent Study Packets are due on Monday.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 3-5.
Homework: Additional Practice for Lesson 3-5
p. 571 (3-5) #1-27 due Monday

Applied Math 7

Lesson 31: Multiplies and Least Common Multiple
Word Problems and Fraction Problems were worked through together as a class.
Homework: Complete Lesson 31 due Monday

Science 7

Hello all,

I have had some requests to use the blog...so here it is!

For the last two weeks we have been working on a Planet research poster and circuit box. Both will be on display during conferences...PLEASE come to see them. The kids worked hard and did an excellent job.

Today:
Our inner planet review packet was corrected and we then had time to work on the outer planets...due tomorrow. The book pages 94-101 are needed to complete this.
Spelling test on Key Terms from pages 72,78,84 & 94 (18 total) tomorrow.

Science 8: Stachowski

Hello all,

I didn't think many students used this blog. I am happy to say that I have had requests...mostly from parents...to fill this in. I am glad that it is in use.

Today we reviewed the parts of the microscope and had more time to complete our flashcards on cell organelles. Tomorrow is a quiz on the microscope AND cell organelles. Notes /flashcards will be allowed. We did a virtual microscope lab yesterday as a practice as well. Check it out:
http://www.udel.edu/biology/ketcham/microscope/
Click on virtual microscope...

Health 8

Complete study guide for pp. 12-19. Study your skeletal system, we start the muscular system on Friday!

7th Grade Math

Mid-chapter test and quiz today. Also, lesson 3-1 to 3-3 notes were graded.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 3-2, page 122. Problems 10-35 and 37-40.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-5: Subtracting Integers
Notes and in-class practice
HW: p. 130 #12-40 due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Test 6 today. No homework.

Social Studies 8

Work time provided for Independent Study packets

Science 8 - Francoeur

Work time provided for Independent Study packets.

Social Studies 8

No 7th Hour today - WKCE tests.
2nd and 3rd hours received time to work on their independent study packets due on Monday

Science 8 - Francoeur

Work time for independent study packets. These are due on Monday.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Additional Practice for Lesson 3-4 (Adding Integers)
HW: 3-4 Packet due tomorrow

Applied Math 7

Test 6 Review.

Health 8

Label the bones of your skeleton using your in class diagram.

Health 7

For the many who did not get their syllabus signed, please do that tonight.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 3-4.
HW: Additional Practice for Lesson 3-4 (p. 571) all problems. Due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

No class today - WKCE testing. (Last day for 7th grade)

Social Studies 8

No 2nd or 3rd hour today - WKCE testing

7th Hour received another full period to work on their independent study packets AND study for the Russia/Eurasia Map Test (November 23)

Science 8 - Francoeur

No 1st hour class today - WKCE testing.
8th hour received another full period of work time for their independent study packets.

7th Grade Math and Pre-Algebra

First three hours of the school day, students were taking the reading portion of the WKCE test.
4th hour thru 8th hour students received a refresher course on multiplying and dividing decimals. Homework is to complete the worksheet.

REMEMBER-BRING CALCULATORS TOMORROW!

Health 8

Get syllabus signed. Read pp. 12-19. Study bones.

Health 7

Get syllabus signed.

Applied Math 8

Shortened period due to WKCE tests, but we still had class today.
Lesson 3-4: Adding Integers
-Notes and in class practice
HW: p. 123 #11-22 AND #31-42 due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

No class today - WKCE testing

Social Studies 8

No 2nd or 3rd hour today - WKCE tests.
7th Hour received a full class period to work on their independent study packets assigned last Friday. These are due next Monday.

Science 8 - Francoeur

No 1st hour today - WKCE tests.
8th Hour received a full class period to work on their independent study packets assigned last Friday. These are due next Monday. Students may choose the grade they start 2nd quarter with based on the percent of the work assigned they complete well in the given time.

Social Studies 8

Middle School Lab for epals exchanges.
Students were assigned a packet that reviews basic geography skills to work on during WKCE testing. This packet will be due the Monday after testing (11/15). There are checkpoints throughout the packet so students can choose to complete as much as they would like in order to recieve the posted grade. Grade options are an F, a C, a B, or an A depending on how much of the packet each student chooses to complete in the given time.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Discussed Chapter 1, Section 2: Looking Inside Cells.
Students were assigned a packet about cells, cell parts, and cell functions to work on during WKCE testing. This packet will be due the Monday after testing (11/15). There are checkpoints throughout the packet so students can choose to complete as much as they would like in order to recieve the posted grade. Grade options are an F, a C, a B, or an A depending on how much of the packet each student chooses to complete in the given time.

Applied Math 8

Chapter 3 Mid-Chapter Test.
No homework.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 30: Multiplying and Dividing Mixed Numbers
Homework: the problems that we did not complete in class due to the early release schedule.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 3-3, pages 114-115. Problems 9-40. Mid-chapter test and quiz on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Page 621. Lesson 2-8, problems 1-27. Lesson 2-9, problems 1-27. Test on Friday.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Discussed Chapter 1, Section 1: Discovering Cells
Students received a packet about microscope basics with information about the history of the microscope, parts of a microscope, and directions how to use a microscope, as well as a picture of a microscope to color and label.
Microscope packet due in class. No homework.

Social Studies 8

Final day working on our class blogs about Eastern Europe. Our goal was to make sure, as a class, that everyone's post was complete, correct, and well-written.
Homework: Study for tomorrow's map test on Eastern Europe.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 28: Reducing Fractions, Part 2
Completed/Submitted in class. No homework.

Applied Math 8

Corrected additional practice from Lesson 3-3.
Homework: 3-3 packet

7th Grade Math

Lesson 3-2, page 111. Problems 11-38. Test on Thursday.

Pre-Algebra

Page 621. Lesson 2-7. problems 1-27. Check your solutions for the evens. Checking solutions for odds will be extra credit. Test on Thursday.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 3-3.
Homework: p. 570 (3-3) #1-24

Applied Math 7

Lesson 27: Reciprocals
Completed and submitted in class
No homework

Social Studies 8

Today, students were given computer lab time to read through the responses posted by their classmates. Then, students were to respond to/evaluate the responses of other students from their class. The goal being that each response be spectacular due to the orginial post plus the constructive comments from classmates. Students were given starting examples of how to comment constructively such as "I would add the following to this post..." or "I disagree with this post because..." or "I think this is a good post because..." Students were challenged to come up with more to say than something like "I disagree with this post because it is wrong" and to instead add or correct information to make a quality response to the posted question.
Absent students can access the class blog from at home: www.classchatter.com
Homework: Study for Thursday's map test on Eastern Europe

Science 8 - Francoeur

We went over our Introduction to Cells reading packet from yesterday. Students were assigned to read Chapter 1, Section 1: Discovering Cells and complete the reading packet. This was due in class, and will be discussed tomorrow.
No homework.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 3-1, page 108. Problems 11-40.

Pre-Algebra

Page 620-lesson 2-5. Problems 2-28 evens. Lesson 2-6, problems 2-28 evens. Odd problems are extra credit. Last quarter test this Thursday.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Purple books were returned - green books (cells and heredity) were distributed.
Students read an article that introduced them to cells - our new topic of study - and completed a reading worksheet. These were due by the end of the hour.
Students can clean out their science folders of all notes, study guides, worksheets, etc. from our first book. Do NOT recycle your prefix lists! Keep thse for review tests.
Students had time to complete their iSAFE posters about cyber-bullying from last week.

Social Studies 8

Review for Thursday's Map Test on Eastern Europe
Computer Lab 301 for students to post their responses to the Eastern Europe class blogs. Later in the week, students will be asked to respond to the posts of other students, but today, we just focused on getting responses typed and posted.
Homework: Study for the map test!!

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-3: The Coordinate Plane
HW: p. 114 #9-40

Applied Math 7

Lesson 26: Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers
Most students should have their lesson completed, checked, corrected, and turned in before the end of the hour.
If not, students should complete the lesson as their homework.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 2-8, pages 94-95. Problems 7-24. Quiz 2 tomorrow and chapter 2 test on Wednesday. Notes will be graded on Wednesday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 2-9, pages 106-107. Problems 13-39 and 44-50. Quiz 2 tomorrow and chapter 2 test on Wednesday. Notes will be graded on Wednesday.

Social Studies 8

Review for Eastern Europe Map Test (Thursday, November 4).
Ch. 14, Section 1 was read and discussed as a class. Students were introduced to this unit's project. Each section of Social Studies will be participating in a class blog about topics learned about in our Eastern Europe unit. Blogs encourage students to share their viewpoints and opinions without actually having to share them in person in front of the rest of the class. It also helps to eliminate being interrupted by another student and helps to make sure that all students are heard. Blogs are being used more and more in today's education - especially at the college level so we are excited to be giving students this opportunity.
Students were given a purple sheet with the questions that are on the blog. This week students are reading and discussing Chapter 14 (Eastern Europe) and preparing their answers to post to the blog.
Next week, students will post their responses and then respond to and evaluate classmates' posts.

Applied Math 7 & 8

Students discussed internet safety as part of the iSAFE curriculum. Word problems and graphs relating to topics of internet safety were introduced.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Students are participating in part of the iSafe curriculum this week in Science classes. Today, information was discussed regarding cyber bullying.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 3-2 and submitted.
Homework: 3-2 Packet (due Monday)

Applied Math 7

Test 5.
Optional: students may get their work checked before submitting if they would like the opportunity to make corrections. This is not required.

Social Studies 8

Review for Eastern Europe map test (Thursday, November 4)
Middle School Computer Lab:
1) Complete worksheet on the history of the European Union (website required) - due at the end of the hour
2) Make an epals exchange - this week share national customs and holidays (such as the 4th of July, Columbus Day, Veterans' Day, Memorial Day, etc.) and ask your epal to share national customs that they celebrate.

Science 8 - Francoeur

"E" prefix lists due today - 3 science related words and definitions for each prefix.
"E" prefix quiz
Students were assigned the article "Why Do Leaves Change Color?" with a worksheet to complete by the end of the hour.
Homework: Complete the "Why Do Leaves Change Color?" worksheet if not done by the end of the hour - due Monday.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 2-6, page 83. Problems 7-14 and 16-19. Test tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 2-8, pages 15-43. Extra-credit: 44-52. Test tomorrow.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-2: Ordering and Comparing Integers
In-class practice.
Homework: p. 570 - additional practice for Lesson 3-2

Social Studies 8

Review for Eastern Europe Map Test (Thursday, November 4).
Middle School computer lab - students accessed http://europa.eu/abc/history/index_en.htm which is a website all about the history of the European Union with lots of links to additional information.
Students have a worksheet to complete using this website. This site can be accessed from home as well/ if needed.
European Union History worksheets are due at the end of class tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Test 5 Review

Science 8 - Francoeur

Chapter 3 Review due.
Chaper 3 Test
Homework: complete "E" prefix list (due tomorrow) and study prefixes and meanings for tomorrow's prefiz quiz

Health 8

Great job on your adult CPR tests today! We begin first aid tomorrow.

Health 7

Read pp. 216-219.

Science 8 - Francoeur

1st Hour - Assembly for Red Ribbon Week
8th Hour - viewed a Science Explorer video that reviewed key concepts from our first book. Students completed and submitted a study guide.
HW: 3.3 Packet is due tomorrow for 1st and 8th Hours.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 3-1: Integers and Absolute Value
Practice problems done in class.
HW: p. 568 (3-1) #1-22

Social Studies 8

Western Europe Map Test.
HW: Eastern Europe Map Packet. Map Check tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 23 should be turned in today.
Lesson 24 - most done together in class.
HW: only if you didn't get Lesson 24 done, checked, and corrected by the end of the hour.

Health 8

Study for Adult Care test on Tuesday.

Health 7

Read pp. 159-165.

Applied Math 8

Chapter 1 Test today.
Reviews should be submitted for extra credit.
No homework today!

Applied Math 7

Lesson 23: Simplifying Fractions and Mixed Numbers
Some students need to make corrections to Lesson 23 - corrections are due tomorrow if not turned in by the end of the hour.

Social Studies 8

Students completed and turned in their Western Europe brochures.
HW: STUDY for the Western Europe Map Test tomorrow!

Science 8 - Francoeur

Today we went over Section 3.2. Students turned in their notes for a grade.
HW: Read Section 3.3 and complete the packet. "E" words and definitions (3 for each prefix) are due on Friday. Prefix Quiz on Friday.
No 1st Hour tomorrow due to an assembly. Section 3.3 will be due on Wednesday for all students.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 2-5, pages 78-79. Problems 11-21.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 2-6, pages 90-91. Problems 11-40.

Pre-Algebra and 7th Grade Math

Mid-chapter two test and quiz. No homework :)

Social Studies 8

Review for Western Europe Map test on Tuesday.
Computer Lab time today - epals and/or brochure project.
Brochures are due at the end of the hour on Monday.
HW: STUDY (actually go over more than once) your map packets for the test on Tuesday.

Science 8 - Francoeur

A-D Prefix Review Quiz for extra credit today. Students scoring a 70% or higher will receive extra credit.
Students also viewed and evaluated the science safety videos by 1st Hour and 8th Hour.
Homework: "E" prefix list (three science related words and definitions for each prefix) is due next Friday. 3.2 Packet (blue, assigned yesterday) is due on Monday.

Applied Math 8

Chapter 1 Review
p. 47-48 #8-59
Homework: complete the chapter 1 review for Monday and organize your notes for use on Monday's test.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 22: Prime Numbers / Prime Factorization
Lesson started in class. Students had independent work assigned that was to be completed in class, checked, and corrected before turning in. Students who did not complete the assignment before the end of the hour have homework: complete the lesson

7th Grade Math

Mid-chapter practice on page 74. Problems 1-15. Page 568, lesson 2-4. Problems 1-12. Mid-chapter test and quiz tomorrow. Notes will be graded.

Pre-Algebra

Mid-chapte practice test. Page 86. Problems 1-20. Page 620, lesson 2-4. Problems 2-32 evens. Mid-chapter practice test and quiz tomorrow. Notes will be graded.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 1-9.
Homework: 1-9 packet (due tomorrow)

Applied Math 7

Lesson 21 - completed, checked, and submitted in class.
No homework.

Social Studies 8

Review for Western Europe Map Test on 10/19.
Middle School Computer Lab for work time on Western Europe brochure project.
No homework.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Went over 3.1 Packet - Understanding Technology
Homework: Read Chapter 3, Section 2 "Technology Design" and complete the reading packet (due tomorrow).

Applied Math 8

Lesson 1-9: Scientific Notation
Notes (for use on test) and in class practice.
Homework: p. 566 (1-9) #1-33 due tomorrow.

Applied Math 7

Test 4 today. Reviews should be submitted for extra credit. No homework.

Social Studies 8

Review for the Western Europe Map Test (10/19)
Since no computer labs were available today, students viewed a video about England (history, landmarks, geography, culture, etc.) and completed a study guide. The study guide was due in class.
Homework: study for map test, complete additional research for project at home if necessary.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Chapter 2 Reviews due today.
Chapter 2 Test - notes allowed if you brought them to class.
Homework: Read Chapter 3, Section 1: "Understanding Technology" p. 88 and complete the 3.1 Reading Packet - due tomorrow.

7th Grade Math

Capacity worksheet-problems 8-32 evens. Mean/median/mode/range worksheet-problems 1-10. Range is the difference between the highest number and the lowest number. Mid-chapter two test and quiz on Friday. Notes will be graded on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 2-5. Pages 84-85. Problems: 11-31 and 38-40. Mid-chapter test and quiz on Friday. Notes will be graded.

Social Studies 8

Review for Western Europe Map Test (Tuesday, October 19).
IMC Computer Lab for project work time. Western Europe brochures are due Monday, October 18.
No homework, but make sure you are studying for your map test!

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 1-8.
Homework: 1-8 Packet (due tomorrow)

Applied Math 7

Review for tomorrow's test. No homework.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Students completed shooting their scenes for each class's science safety instructional video. Hopefully students should be able to view and evaluate these videos on Friday.
Homework: Chapter 2 Review (due tomorrow)

Health 7

Wrapped up peer pressure and discussed internal pressure and how to resist internal pressure.
Assignment: Complete peer pressure interview with a parent. Due Wednesday.
Get Human Growth and Dev. permission slip signed by Monday, 10/18.

Health 8

Make sure you have turned in your Exercise Plan.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 1-8: The Metric System
HW: p. 566 (1-8) all problems

Applied Math 7

Lesson 20 - Perimeter, Part 1. Completed in class. No homework.

Science 8 - Francoeur

Students rehearsed their scence for the Safety in the Science Laboratory video that each hour is making. Groups who were ready to be recorded were recorded. Students will (hopefully) be able to view their class videos and the video of the other class on Friday.

Social Studies 8

In World Geography, students went over their Western Europe map packets to make sure everything was labeled correctly for studying purposes. Students then viewed an 11 minute video that gave them ideas for our next project. Students can choose from a time period, custom, industry, landmark, or person relating to Western Europe. Students will research their topic and create an informational brochure. Students had the rest of the hour in the computer lab to begin their research.
W. Europe Project - due Monday, 10/18
W. Europe Map Test - Tuesday, 10/19

7th Grade Math

Lesson 2-4, page 72. Problems 10-18 and 20-23. Mid-chapter two test and quiz on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 2-4, pages 79-80. Problems 12-38. Mid-chapter two test and quiz on Friday.

7th Grade Math

Page 567. Do all three lessons. Ten total problems.

Pre-Algebra

Page 619. Lesson 2-2, problems 2-24 evens. Lesson 2-3, problems 2-28 evens.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 2-3. Pages 74-75. Problems 10-29 and 35-40.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 2-2. Pages 62-63. Problems: 5-12 and 15-22.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 2-2, pages 69-70. Problems: 12-33 and 37-43.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 2-1, pages 56-57. Problems 8-14 and 20-26.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 2-1, pages 65-66. Problems 14-46.

7th Grade Math

Chapter 1 quiz today. Homework: Chapter 1 test form D. Final chapter 1 test tomorrow. Notes will also be graded.

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 1 quiz today. Homework: Chapter 1 test form D. Final test of chapter 1 tomorrow. Notes will be graded.

7th Grade Math

Chapter 1 Review. Pages 46-48. Problems 6-60 evens. Quiz tomorrow. Chapter 1 test on Friday. Notes graded on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 1 Review, pages 54-56. Problems 11-58. Quiz tomorrow. Chapter 1 test on Friday. Note grade on Friday.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-9, page 45. Problems 10-35. Extra-credit 38-42. Quiz on Thursday, Test on Friday. Notes graded on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-9, pages 52-53. Problems 14-39. Extra-credit 40-44. Quiz on Thursday and test on Friday. Notes due on Friday.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-8, pages 40-41. Problems 11-41. Quiz on Thursday. Chapter 1 Test on Friday. Notes due on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-8, pages 48-49. Problems 12-39 and 47-51. Quiz on Thursday. Chapter test 1 on Friday. Notes due on Friday.

Pre-Algebra and 7th Grade Math

Students took their test today. No homework :)

Health 7

Students discussed reasons kids use drugs.
Assignment: Complete wksht Understanding Substance Abuse Concerns.

Health 8

Took notes on skill related fitness components.
Heart Health Essay due Monday.

7th Grade Math

Page 565, lesson 1-6. Problems 1-24. Page 566, lesson 1-7. Problems 2-24 evens.
Chapter 1 homework test tomorrow. Covering lessons 1-2 thru 1-7.

Pre-Algebra

Page 617, Lesson 1-6 problems 1-30. Page 618, Lesson 1-7. Problems 2-20 evens.
Homework chapter test tomorrow. Covers lesson 1-2 thru 1-7.

Health 7

Took I-safe pre-assessment in class.
Began discussion on "What is a drug?"

Health 8

Took notes on Health Related Fitness Concepts.
Continue working on heart health essay, due 9/27, Monday.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-7, page 36. Problems 12-25, 28-32. Homework test on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-7, pages 41-42. Problems 8-31, 33-39. Homework test on Friday.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-6 Study guide worksheets. Do all problems. Homework test on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-6 Study guide worksheets. Do all problems. Show your work!
Homework test on Friday.

Health 8

Heart Health essay guidelines given in class today. Due on Sept. 27.

Health 7

Study for test tomorrow.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-6, Pages 32-33. Problems: 11-30, 40, 43, 45-48. Test on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-6, pages 37-38. Problems: (16-60 evens), 65-72. Test on Friday.

7th Grade Math

Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz. Notes were graded.
No homework :) Have a great weekend!

Pre-Algebra

Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz. Notes were graded.
No homework :) Have a great weekend!

7th Grade Math

Mid-chapter practice test. Page 28. Problems 1-20. Page 565, lesson 1-4. Problems 2-36 evens. Mid-chapter test and quiz tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Mid-chapter practice test page 32. Problems 1-20. Page 617, Lesson 1-5. Problems 2-30 evens. Mid-chapter test and quiz tomorrow.

Health 7

Complete Thinking It Over if you did not turn in today in class.

Health 8

Read pp. 78-84 on the cardiovascular system.

Health 7

Students applied conflict resolution skills to a given scenario.

Health 8

Students took test in class today.

7th Grade Math

Study guide 1-4 worksheet-do the evens. Study guide 1-5 worksheet-do the evens. Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz on Friday. Notes will be graded on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Study Guide 1-4 worksheet- do all the problems. Study Guide 1-5 worksheet-do the even problems. Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz on Friday. Notes will be graded on Friday.

Health 8

Study for skeletal and muscular systems test on Wednesday. (pp.12-19; 24-28)

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-5. Pages 26-27. Problems: (14-40 evens), 42-46, and 48-54. Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz on Friday. Notes due Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-5. Pages 30-31. Problems: (12-40 evens), 42-44, and 48-53. Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz on Friday. Notes due on Friday.

Health 7

Complete "How Do I Handle Anger? / I-Messages" wksht.

Health 8

Study for Skeletal and Muscular Systems test on Wednesday.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-4, pages 20-21. Problems: (14-42 evens), 44-45, 48-56. Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz on Friday. Notes due on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-4. Pages 26-27. Problems: (4-42 evens), 43-57 all. Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz on Friday. Notes due on Friday.

Health 7

Complete anger styles worksheet.

Health 8

Study muscles & bones. Complete Muscular System Study Guide pp.24-28.
Remember: MSJensen WebAnatomy Study Tool

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-3 extra-practice worksheets. Do evens. Enrichment side is extra credit. Test tomorrow and notes are graded.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-3 extra practice worksheets. Do all problems. Enrichment side is extra-credit.
Test tomorrow and notes are graded.

Health 7

We discussed overcoming communication barriers and identifying emotions in class today.
Look over notes sheet tonight.

Health 8

Complete study guide for pp. 12-19 in class. Read pp. 23-27 and study bones.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-3, pages 16-17. Problems: (16-50 evens), and 53-56. Show your work! Test on Friday. Notes will be graded on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-3, pages 20-21. Problems: (16-48 evens), 49-57. Test on Friday. Notes will be graded on Friday.

7th Grade Math

Lesson 1-2, pages 12-13. Problems: 14-38, (42-56 evens), and 63-67. Finish your notes from lesson 1-2. Test on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-2, pages 14-15. Problems; (14-42 evens), 43-48, 51-52. Finish your notes from lesson 1-2. Test on Friday.

7th Grade

Lesson 1-1, pages 8-9. Problems 4-8 and 10-11.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 1-1, pages 9-10. Problems: 4-15.

Health 7

Students were introduced to one way verbal communications through an activity.
Assignment: Need to give two examples of one way verbal communication used in every day life.

Health 8

Students identified the major bones of the skeletal system. Study!! Pop quizzes may occur.

7th Grade Math & Pre-Algebra for today only

Practice order of operations and inequality worksheets #14 and #25. Do the evens.
Also, parent letter that was sent home today must be signed by both student and parent and turned in on Friday, Sept. 3rd.

Pre-Algebra

Mid-chapter 9 practice, page 440. Problems 1-10. 9-4 packet. Mid-chapter test tomorrow.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Chapter 10 test today. No homework.

Algebra

Students took chapter 11 quiz today. Homework: Chapter 11 review, pages 700-702. Test tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 9-3, pages 430-433. Problems 3-14 and 16-21. Quiz on Thursday and test on Friday.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Chapter 10 review. Pages 462-464. Problems 1-31. Test on Thursday, quiz tomorrow.

Algebra

Lesson 11.8, part 1. pages 614-615. Problems 14-38.

Social Studies 8

Day 2 of computer lab time for our WWII newspaper project. All students should have rough drafts of 2 of the 4 required articles done by the end of the hour today. IF NOT, students were made aware that they may use the computer lab (supervised by Ms. Francoeur) during 7th and 8th hours today besides or instead of participating in the dance/social activities. This is not required, but is encouraged for students who need a little extra work time to stay on schedule.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 111: Equations with Mixed Numbers
Due at the end of the hour

Applied Math 8

Lesson 9-4: Permutations.
In class practice p. 383 #7-17
Homework: 9-4 Packet - turn in today at the end of class!

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 9-2, pages 428-429. Problems 4-11 and 13-16.

7th Grade Math-Mr.Smith

Lesson 10-9, pages 458-459. Problems 3-17.

Algebra

Lesson 11.7, part 2. Pages 687-688. Problems 15-21 odds, 55, 61-65 and 69-72.

Science 8

No 3rd hour today...the Invertebrate test is scheduled for Wednesday for hours 7 and 8 due to the middle school dance. 3rd and 4th hours will take it on Thursday. We reviewed in class today and the students should have prepared their vocabulary and study chart to use as notes.

Literature 8

No class today due to field trip. Review for chapters 36-41 is due at the end of the hour Wednesday!

Math 7th-Mr. Smith

Lesson 10-8, pages 453-454. Problems 6-13, 15, 16, and 19-22.

Pre-Algebra and Algebra

Due to 8th grade field trip students worked on yesterday's assignment today in class.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 9-1, pages 422-424. Problems 3-22 and 24-35.

7th Grade Math-Mr.Smith

Lesson 10-7, pages 448-450. Problems 4-48. Extra-credit problems 35-41.

Algebra

Lesson 11.7, part 1. Pages 687-688. Problems 16-22 even, 23-26, 28-56 even and 51.

Science 8

We finalized and organized all peer teacher's work and assignments were turned in. The Invertebrate vocabulary should be finished by today and turned in as well...this was due last week Wednesday. The Invertebrate test is scheduled for Thursday for 3rd and 4th hours. They will miss a day of review with the field trip tomorrow so they will review on Wednesday. 7th and 8th hours will take the test on Wednesday...they will not have class on Thursday due to a M.S. dance.

Literature 8

We read chapter 38 and 40. No class tomorrow due to a field trip in the morning. We will finish chapter 41 and the review on Wednesday.

Science 8

Invertebrate presentations continue today...each student will need to complete the work given to them by their "peer" teachers.

Literature 8

We read chapter 36 today and had most of the hour to finish the review due today!

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 10 study packet. Chapter 10-12 test tomorrow.

7th grade math-Mr. Smith

Mid-chapter practice, page 438. Problems 1-16. Mid-chapter test and quiz tomorrow.

Algebra

Extra practice 11.6 worksheet.
Mid-chapter test tomorrow.

Science 8

Invertebrate presentations began...they are looking great!

Literature 8

We read chapters 34 &35 today...Chapter 36 and the review will be finished tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 11 worksheet packet. Chapters 10-12 test on Thursday.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 10-6, pages 442-443. Problems 6-14, 18-23. Test, quiz, and notes on Thursday.

Algebra

Lesson 11.6, jpart 2. Pages 680-682. Problems 32-33, 42-45, 50-52. Quiz 2 (1-13). Mid-chapter test on Thursday.

Science 8

Today we had the day to type up our research. Tomorrow presentations begin. It looks as though our test on Invertebrates will be next week Thursday.

Literature 8

We read both chapter 32 & 33 today in class. Continue working on your review.

Science 8

We had our last research day in class for our invertebrate subject. Tomorrow we will be typing and completing our assignment. Remember that your vocabulary should also be done this week Wednesday.

Literature 8

We read chapter 31 today in class. The new study guide was passed out and time was given to start it. Remember that the extra credit illustration is due this Thursday.

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 12 test today. No homework.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Page 587-588. Lesson 10-1, 1-18. Lesson 10-2, 1-2. Lesson 10-3, 1-6. Lesson 10-4, 1-6.

Algebra

Lesson 11.5A worksheet. Problems 1-15, 26-29 extra credit.

Pre-Algebra

Students took quiz today. Homework is practice test page 595. Problems 1-25. Chapter 12 test tomorrow. Notes also due.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 10-4, pages 430-431. Problems 8-24 and 27-31

Algebra

Lesson 11.5, pages 573-675. Problems 12-34 evens, 44, 45, 48-58 even.

Science 8

The students were given a list of vocabulary for the Invertebrate Unit. The vocabulary covers chapters 1 & 2 and will be allowed as notes on the test.

We started by dividing up our invertebrate groups. Students will be designing an assignment similar to ones we have used in class. A sample was given as an assignment today on Sponges: Phylum Porifera. They will have class time to research, plan and type their assignment. Students will be expected to work during the time provided and stay on task. Any extra time needed will have to take place after school. This will be finished by Wednesday.

Literature 8

We read chapters 29 and 30 today. The study packet is due tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Chapter 12 Review, pages 593-594. Problems 1-31. Quiz on Thursday and chapter 12 test on Friday.

7th Grade Math - Mr. Smith

Lesson 10-2, pages 420-421. Problems 7-14 and 17-22.

Algebra

Lesson 11.4 practice sheet

Science 8

Today we corrected our Animal Classification crossword and discussed the divisions of animals. No homework...but the new prefix list is due this Friday.

Literature 8

We read chapter 26 & 27. Your study guide packet is due on Friday!

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 12-7, pages 591-592. Problems 3-26 and 28-34.

7th Grade-Mr.Smith

Lesson 10-1, page 415. Problems 9-22 and 24-33

Algebra

Lesson 11-4, pages 667-669. Problems 13-33, 39, 46-50, 54 and 56.

Pre-Algebra

Page 645. Lesson 12-2. Problems 2-28 evens. Odds were extra credit.

7th Grade Math-Mr.Smith

Students worked on chapter 9 test. No homework.

Algebra

Students finished their tests and worked on worksheet 11.2B for extra-credit.

Science 8

Chapter 5 test today and the end of this plant unit. Vocabulary and key concepts were used as notes! We also had our Prefix "T" quiz and turned in our list.
Prefix "U &V" list due next Friday.

Literature 8

We read/listened to chapter 24. The review assignment for chapters 19-24 are due today as well.

No other homework

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 12-6, pages 586-587. Problems 10-42. Extra-credit 42-62.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Students took quiz today. Homework is chapter 9 review, pages 402-404. Problems 11-43. Chapter 9 test and notes tomorrow.

Algebra

Lesson 11.3, part 2. Pages 660-662. Problems 39-46, 50 (a & b), 55, 60, 64-68. Quiz 1 problems 1-9.

Pre-Algebra

Students took their test and quiz today. No homework.

7th Grade Math-Mr.Smith

Practice test page 405. Problems 1-16. Quiz tomorrow. Test on Friday.

Algebra

Lesson 11.3 part 1. Pages 659-660. Problems 11-36 even, 37, 38.

Pre-Algebra

Mid-Chapter Practice Test, page 578. Problems 1-20. Page 646, lesson 12-5. Problems 1-19. Mid-chapter test and quiz tomorrow.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 9-7, pages 400-401. Problems 6-19, 22-27. Extra -credit: 20-21 and 28-32. Quiz on Thursday. Test on Friday.

Algebra

Lesson 11.2, pages 653-655. Problems 10-12, 14-30 evens, 31-35, 48-50, 55, 60, 54, 70, 72.

Science 8

We discussed/debated the age old question...is a tomato a fruit or vegetable? We also had time to outline the main concepts of the chapter as a study aid on the test.
STUDY!

Literature 8

We read chapter today...time was also given to work in the review packet.

Health 8

Study for test on Wed. pp. 78-89 and all fitness notes & handouts.

Social Studies 8

WWI Test.
Notes allowed if brought to class. If a student came to class unprepared (without notes) they were not allowed to retrieve their notes from their locker.
No homework.

Applied Math 7

Review for Test 20

Applied Math 8

Lesson 8-3: Using Statistics to Predict
In Class assignment: p. 346-347 #3-8
Homework: 8-3 packet

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 12-5, pages 582-583. Problems 4-40. Mid-chapter test and quiz on Wednesday.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 9-6, pages 395-396. Problems 6-17 and 19-26. Quiz on Thursday and test on Friday.

Algebra

Lesson 11.1, pages 646-648. Problems 18-40 evens, 47, 48, 50, 55, 60.

Science 8

Our plants should be leaving school today...take good care of your sprouts!
We discussed our last section of chapter 5...Gymnosperms. A review assignment was given and most managed to finish during class time.
Vocabulary from chapter 5 was due today...unfortunately not all were finished. We will be quite busy until the end of the year...don't let work slide!

Literature 8

We shared our Family/Character Crest Projects with the class today and reviewed chapter 18 reading from Friday. Chapter 19 was read in class and a new study guide assigned.

Pre-Algebra

Page 646. Lesson 12-3 problems 1-17. Lesson 12-4, problems 1-18.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Page 585-586. Lesson 9-2 (1-5)., 9-4 (1-16) and 9-5 (1-6). Lesson 9-1 and 9-2 extra-credit.

Algebra

Chapter 10 test. No homework.

Health 7

Finish Truth @ Alcohol video guide.

Health 8

Heart Health Essay & Monitoring Target Heart Rate Zone graph due Monday.
Continue working on Exercise plans.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 12-4, pages 576-577. Problems 3-30. Extra-credit problems 41-56.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Students took mid-chapter 9 test and quiz today. No homework.

Algebra

Chapter 10 review. Pages 634-636. Problems 1-32. Chapter 10 test and notes due tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 12-3, pages 572-573. Problems 12-37 and 39-45.

Math 7-Mr. Smith

Mid-chapter 9 practice. Page 384, problems 1-16. Do the even problems in the math packet. Odds are extra-credit. Quiz and mid-chapter test tomorrow.

Algebra

Lesson 10.8, pages 629-630. Problems 16-50 even Quiz tomorrow and test on Thursday.

Science 8

Review of Angiosperms and flowers. Discussed Monocot and Dicot plants.
Remember: Prefix list R-S due Friday.
Chapter 5 Vocabulary due Monday.

Literature 8

We first discussed chapter 15...the assigned reading for today. (Second hour needs to do their assigned readings!) We read chapter 16 today and any extra time was given to work on their family crest...due on Friday.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 12-2, pages 567-568. Problems 10-38.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 9-5, pages 389-390. Problems 7-16 and 19-32. Mid-chapter test and quiz on Thursday.

Algebra

Lesson 10-7, pages 622-623. Problems 18-62 even, 63-66. Quiz on Thursday and test on Friday.

Health 7

Discussed consequences of tobacco and marijuana use.

Health 8

Took notes on fitness components & target heart rate range.
Make sure you have comfortable clothes and gym shoes to work out in for Wednesday.

Science 8

Flower lab finished today.
Individual bean seed lab.
Vocabulary for chapter 5 was passed out today and is due on Monday...it is quite long.
Don't forget the prefix list quiz R-S is Friday also.

Literature 8

We discussed a "Character Crest" assignment due this Friday. Students who choose to work alone pick one character to make a family crest/shield describing four of their qualities. Partner teams make one crest/shield listing qualities of all six family members.
Assignment: Read Chapter 15 for tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 12-1, pages 562-563. Problems 3-31, 33, and 37-44.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 9-4, pages 362-363. Problems 3-19 and 21-28. Mid-chapter test and quiz on Thursday.

Algebra

Lesson 10.6, part 2. Pages 614-617. Problems 15-63 odd, 64 and 65. Quiz 2 problems 1-27. Quiz this Thursday and test on Friday.

Science 8

Flower lab today after correcting our plant parts packet. A new prefix list was given on Friday...quiz this Friday.

Literature 8

We have read through Chapter 14 today. A new review packet was assigned which covers Ch. 13-18. This is due on Thursday.

Literature 8

We read chapter 13 today after correcting Ch. 7-12 assignment.

Health 7

Students completed their Communication Unit test in class today.

Health 8

Students worked on outliness for their Heart Healthy Essay due on May 3rd. Students must use the data from the heart health activity sheet in the essay.

Physical Education 7 & 8

Make sure you have turned in your rolling skating permission slip. You can not skate without it. Please have a good pair of socks everyday next week.

Science 8

Work day to fill in data on seeds we planted yesterday and to complete a plant structure packet assigned on Wednesday...due Monday!

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Science 8

Science Showcase Presentation are in full swing. Any not presented today will go tomorrow.
Happy Earth Week!

Literature 8

Today we read chapters 7 & 8

Health 7

Students worked through a problem using the seven steps to problem solving.

Health 8

Discussed function of the heart using models made in class. Read pages 78-84.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 11-5 and 11-7 practice worksheets. Do both sides of each. Word story problems are extra credit.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Students took chapter 8 test. No homework :{)

Algebra

Lesson 10-4, pages 600-602. Problems 20-42 even and 44-56.

Social Studies 8

Students viewed a History Channel/A&E video about the WWI foot soldier and modern warfare

Applied Math 7

Lesson 92: Finding the Whole When a Part is Known
Due in class.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 7-6: Decimals Greater Than 100% and Less Than 1%
In Class Practice: p. 318 #13-36
Homework: p. 581 (7-6) #1-36

Science 8

We played a review game today to help study for the test tomorrow on Chapter 4.
Science Showcase is due on Monday!

Literature 8

We read chapter 4 & 5 today. Review packet Ch. 1-6 will be due at the end of the hour tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 11-7, pages 546-547. Problems 7-32.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Students took quiz 2 on chapter 8. Homework, work on form 3 test. Test and notes tomorrow.

Algebra

Lesson 10.3, part 2. Pages 593-596. Problems 36-42, 47-50, 56-58. Quiz 1, problems 1-17.

Science 8

We reviewed the reproductive cycles and characteristics of our plants from chapter 4. Moss & Ferns. Study tonight for the test on Friday.
Showcase is due on Monday...Are you ready?

Literature 8

We discussed Chapters 1-2. After reading chapter 3 I assigned the character study section of the review. Most questions can be answered using chapter 1-3.

Science 8

We took notes on Seedless, Vascular plants: Ferns, Club Moss and Horsetails. As a review we compared yesterday's notes with today's.
A review for 4.3 & 4.4 was given. Students also had time to observe living Ferns and spore cases...Thank you to New House of Design for their donation to our lab today!

Chapter 4 test FRIDAY
Showcase is due on MONDAY

Literature 8

Our vocabulary was corrected today. We need to work on using terms in sentences...some were a bit rough.
We located Switzerland, England and Malaysia as possible ports and/or location for the shipwreck and discussed what 10 items we would want to salvage and use for survival on the island.
Read Chapters 1 & 2 for homework!

Social Studies 8

Review of the four main causes for tension in Europe prior to WWI.
Secret Alliance simulation - ask your student for details.
HOMEWORK: written response to today's simulation: If Penland invades Bahkan how will your country be involved? Explain what alliances your country has made which involve your country in a continent-wide conflict.

Applied Math 7

Review for Test 18

Applied Math 8

Chapter 7 Mid-Chapter Test. No homework.

Science 8

A quick refresher of plants today. We then focused on nonvascular plants called the Bryophytes: Moss, Liverwort and Hornworts. A few notes were given and students had time to view moss and its structures under the dissecting scopes.

REMINDERS:
Science Showcase is due one week from today.
Chapter 4 test is scheduled for this Friday.

Literature 8

We started Swiss Family Robinson today by reading a descriptive introduction. Students were given the Chapter's 1-6 Study Guide and assigned the vocabulary section. Define the twelve words and use them in a sentence...due tomorrow.

Language Arts 7

Students who want to go on the Milwaukee Holocaust Museum field trip need to have their permission slip and payment turned in tomorrow (April 13th)!

Students were given these forms on March 29th and very few have been turned in! I have given many students new permission forms, so look for the purple sheets they are hopefully bringing home!

This is a great opportunity and I would love for all students to attend!! Thanks!

Social Studies 8

Notes on background information for WWI - viewed a short video reviewing the causes for tension in Europe in the early 1900s.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 90: The Multiplication Rule for Equations

Applied Math 8

Chapter 7 Mid-Chapter Review
p. 310 #3-20

Language Arts/Literature 7

Language Arts 7

Students should be reviewing the contents of their poetry portfolios. It will be a big poetry week when we get back from break! Students should also be practicing their poem for the poetry recitation competition! I told them it is cool to randomly recite their poem over spring break!!

Literature 7

Students have a take home test for the novel Killing Mr. Griffin. This take home test will be due the Thursday when we get back from break. It would be wise (if students are able) to begin this take home test over break. It may help relieve some stress later!

Also, if you have Skyward access and notice that the literature grades are unusually low, it is because I have had a rash of students not turning things in. These grades can always be changed; however, I wanted to put in the missing grades as a reminder for students.

Science 7

Each class took their plate tectonic quest today. There are no new assignments over break:) Earthquake groups please remember your will be presenting when we get back from break!

Have a fun and safe break, make good choices!

Math 7 (Moran)

Today's assignment is Lesson 8-5 on page 354-357. Problems 11-25, 27-29, 31-32.
Notes will be checked on Tuesday when we get back from break.
Quiz Tuesday when we get back, and Test on Wednesday.

Science 8

We took a review quiz for the prefix lists M-P. We also had an observation lab ...viewing plant stems, leaves and stoma. A chromatography lab was also available to do. THANK YOU TO NEW HOUSE OF DESIGN FLORAL for the supplies used today!No homework!
Showcase projects are due one week after we return from break! Be ready!

Literature 8

We read through the rest of the Scope magazine and the kids had a review to finish that followed along with the play we read yesterday. The review should have been turned in...No Homework...have a nice break!

Science 7

Today, the plate tectonic groups finished up their presentations. There will be a "quest" tomorrow, so make sure you study! You need to use the notes from the presentation, any review sheets if you have them, and you book.

Math 7(Moran)

Lesson 8-4, page 353 with problems 11-27. There are also 3 new vocabulary words that need to be completed.
Chapter 8 Quiz #2 on 4/13 and test on 4-14

Science 8

Notes on Plants were presented and completed. We had a short graphing assignment noting two factors that affect Photosynthesis...temperature and light intensity.

Study for the prefix review quiz on Thursday!

Literature 8

We chose our next novel...The Swiss Family Robinson...which will begin after break.
We also read from Scope magazine an excerpt from the play Twelfth Night.

Pre-Algebra

Distributive Property worksheet problems 1-24. Multi-step worksheets. Problems 1-11, skip 5 and 8. 12-20 are extra credit.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 8-5, pages 356-357. Problems 11-29 and 33-35.

Algebra

Lesson 9.6, pages 574-576. Problems 10-34 evens and 35-38. Quiz 2 problems 1-13. Test on Thursday.

Health 7

Return syllabus if not already turned in.

Health 8

Finish cutting out skeleton parts for Wednesday. Study bones diagram.

Science 8

We answered six questions about plants today. Each small group answered one...then students copied the answers in their notes. We will review and discuss the work tomorrow.
REMEMBER the review M-P prefix quiz is Thursday...no homework tonight...study!

Literature 8

We finished our movie today and our comparison to the book. Tomorrow we will be choosing our next book for after break.

Science 7

The plate tectonic groups are still presenting to the class. Each hour has a section assignment/worksheet that is due tomorrow. Most of 1st and 2nd hour were able to complete the activity in class.

Wednesday is our reviewing day for plate tectonics, Thursday is our quiz/test = "quest"

Today, we also talked about 4th quarter expectations. These expectations are the same ones that have been discussed each of the preceding quarters. Assignments are expected to be completed on the due date. For 4th Quarter, if a student does not have an assignment completed for the day it is due, the student will be expected to stay after school either that day or the following day. The student needs to make transportation arrangements to be picked up at 3:45pm.

Math 7 (Moran)

Tonight's assignment is the Mid-Chapter 8 review on page 346. The quiz and mid-chapter test is tomorrow.

Today, we talked about 4th quarter expectations. These expectations are the same ones that have been discussed each of the preceding quarters. Assignments are expected to be completed on the due date. For 4th Quarter, if a student does not have an assignment completed for the day it is due, the student will be expected to stay after school either that day or the following day. The student needs to make transportation arrangements to be picked up at 3:45pm.

Mr. Smith's Homework Expectations

Starting 4th quarter, all math homework must be completed on the date it is due. If a student comes to class without it, he or she will be getting an afterschool detention the following day. They will be responsible to arrange a ride home at 3:45 p.m.

Pre-Algebra

Pages 642-643. Lesson 11-1, problems 1-27. Lesson 11-2, problems 1-12. Test and quiz on Thursday

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 8-4, pages 352-353. Problems 11-31. Extra-credit 33-41.

Algebra

Lesson 9.5, pages 536-537. Problems 32-82 even. Test and quiz on Thursday..

Health 7

Get syllabus signed.

Health 8

Get syllabus signed and read pp. 12-19.
Study bones diagram.

Social Studies 8

Expectations for 4th Quarter were reviewed. Parents will be interested to know that if homework is not complete the day it is due, Ms. Francoeur will be expecting your child to stay after school that day to complete it.
All this week students will be learning about the highlights in U.S. History between the Civil War and WWI. We will start WWI when we get back from Spring Break. Today students learned about Reconstruction and Americans moving West. Students have a packet to complete as the y listen to the lecture. Some answers are part of the powerpoint presentation, and some questions can only be answered by paying attention to the actual lecture. This packet will be due on Thursday. There will be no homework from Social Studies this week - participation in class will make up the first grade of the quarter.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 87: Operations with Fractions and Decimals.
Practice - #13 done together in class.
Assignment: Complete #14-30 independently, have it checked, make corrections, and submit before the end of the hour.

Applied Math 8

7-2 Packet due today.
Lesson 7-3: Proportions
In class practice p. 299 #16-39
Homework: p. 580 (7-3) #1-27

Science 8

Plant Cell review activity and introduction to plants. Vocabulary review and puzzle due tomorrow.

Literature 8

We are continuing to watch the video Flowers for Algernon.

7th Grade Math

Mid-chapter test and quiz on chapter 8 today.

Pre-Algebra

Page 643. Lesson 11-3, problems 2-18 even. Lesson 11-4, problems 2-24 even.

Algebra

Lesson 9.4, pages 529-531. Problems 18-44 even. Problems 52, 57, and 58.

Social Studies 8

Students viewed a video on the Civil War that reviewed what we have learned over the last week.

Applied Math 7

Basic Facts

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 7-1.
Homework: 7-1 Packet *This will be the first 4th quarter grade

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 11-4, pages 528-529. Problems 4-28. Extra-credit problems 29-40.

7th Grade-Mr. Smith

Practice Test, page 348. Problems 1-16. Page 583, Lesson 8-2. Problems 1-18. Test, quiz and notes on tomorrow.

Algebra

Lesson 9.3, Part 2. Pages 522-524. Problems 65, 66, 69-71, 76, 84, 86, 90, 94, 100. Quiz 1 problems 1-25.

Science 7

Today the plate tectonic groups began their presentations. Most classes did not finish all of their notes, so they will continue tomorrow as well.

Math 7 (Moran)

Lesson 8-3. Pages 345-347, #'s 5-18

Science 8

Students watched a video called the Seasonal Forrest from the Planet Earth series as an introduction to Plants. We will continue this tomorrow.

Literature 8

We finished the movie "Charly" today and made a comparison between our short story and the movie. The students will be comparing the 1968 version to a 2005 production titled Flowers for Algernon.

Social Studies 8

The Civil War Test. Notes allowed.
No extra time allowed - organization was important on this test.
Notes needed to be turned in with the test to make sure there was no passing off of notes to students in other hours who did not participate in taking notes over the last week.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 86: The Opposite of the Opposite / Algebraic Addition
practice - #12 done together in class.
#13-30 to be done independently, checked, and corrected before submitting.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 7-2: Rates
In Class work p. 294 #4-19
Homework: p. 580 (7-2) #1-20

Science 8

Chapter 3 test today. I hope you did well.
All late/missing work is due this Friday...I have been announcing this daily since last week.

Literature 8

We continued to watch "Charly"

Social Studies 8

"The Tide of War Turns"
The Civil War test is tomorrow... notes allowed, predominantly short answer.
Homework: study for your test and make sure your notes are organized.

Applied Math 7

Test 17 today. Tests should be checked before getting turned in so corrections can be made.

Applied Math 8

Corrected Lesson 7-1.
Homework: 7-1 Packet

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 11-2, pages 519-520. Problems 4-24 and 27-33.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 8-2. Pages 342-343. Problems 8-24 and 27-29.

Algebra

Lesson9.2, pages 514-516. Problems 10-52 even, 58-60, 65, 70, 74, 75.

Science 7

We continued our presentations in the lab today. Most groups are finishing up and have just to print out a final copy tomorrow in lab. Most have been working very hard and have found unique ways to bring their topics to life:) We will finish up tomorrow, with presentations starting on Thursday/Friday.

Math 7 (Moran)

Tonight's assignment= Extra Practice in the back of the book, pg 582 Lesson 8-1, the EVENS.
As a reminder, make sure to turn in all missing work for 3rd quarter by tomorrow!

Science 8

We reviewed for the Chapter 3 test tomorrow. Study!

Literature 8

We continued to watch the movie "Charly" after students had an opportunity to make vocabulary corrections on their test.

Social Studies 8

Today's topic: "Daily Life During the War"
No homework.
The Civil War Test is Thursday. This test is predominantly short answer - notes are allowed. Test reviews happen every day at the beginning of class. Students have been encouraged to make sure their notes are organized so they can complete the test in the allotted time. Test questions go in order along with the notes, and again, are reviewed EVERY DAY.

Applied Math 7

Review for Test 17. Students with outstanding work need to work on that over the review.

Applied Math 8

Lesson 7-1: Ratios
In Class: P. 290 #14-29
Homework: p. 580 (7-1) #1-25

Pre-Algebra

Lesson 11-1, page 514-515. Problems 4-29.

7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith

Lesson 8-1, page 337. Problems 15-32 and 36-42.

Algebra

Lesson 9.1, pages 507-510. Problems 23, 26, and every third example through 77, 79-81, 95, 96, 104, 107, 110 and 111.

Science 7

We were back in the computer lab today, working on group chapter presentations. The final copy of their notes were due at the end of the hour today, if they were not completed, students were encouraged to come in at lunch or before/after school to make sure they have access and the time to complete the presentation. Most of the presentations that I have seen so far look great! In most classes, tomorrow is the last day in the computer lab to finish everything up.

Math 7 (Moran)

Students received their chapter 7 quiz and test back today.
We started chapter 8. Tonight's assignment is on pgs 334-337, Lesson 8-1, #'s 15-32, 36-42.

Science 8

Fungi Packet corrected today. We had a review activity to help us study for the chapter 3 test on Wednesday. Key terms on page 98 may be defined for extra credit but are due at the start of class on Tuesday.
No homework....so STUDY!
NO new prefix list...review quiz of M-P is next week Thursday, 4/1

Literature 8

Flowers for Algernon test today...I hope you did well.
We started the movie "Charly"

Social Studies 8

Union and Confederacy Maps due today.
Review for Thursday's Civil War Test - predominantly short answer, notes allowed.
"The War in the East and the West" was our topic today.
No homework.
Students with missing work should be staying after school to get help. The quarter ends on Friday. No missing work will be accepted after that.

Applied Math 7

Lesson 85: Circumference and Pi
Practice - #11 done as a class. #12-30 done independently - must be checked and corrected before turning in

Applied Math 8

Chapter 6 Test.
No homework.

Science 7

We again were working in the computer lab. For groups that were working everyday in the labs for the past 2 weeks, there is no homework, as the work was completed in class. There are some groups that need to finish their worksheets or rough drafts over the weekend.
In addition, a few students have missing assignments. Make sure to turn them in by Wednesday, March 24th to count for 3rd quarter.

Math 7 (Moran)

Today, students took their chapter 7 test. There is no new homework. HOWEVER...many students are missing assignments. These assignments need to be turned in to me by Wednesday, March 24. The quarter ends on Friday, March 26th!
Students received a late work slip on Wednesday (if they had missing work). If additional work was not handed in on Thursday or Friday, that can be checked on skyward, as I did not print out another individual late/missing assignment slip.