Monday, March 10, 2008
Literature 8
Our unit on The Pigman is finished. Today we started reading a short story called Contagion. We will continue reading this story tomorrow during class.
Science 8
The chapter 2 test is tomorrow. In preparation for that we did a review activity and played Bingo to review the definitions. There are 2 diagrams on the test: Viral replication and a Bacteria cell.
STUDY!
STUDY!
Applied Math
Lesson 56: Rates
Today we discussed and practiced with rates. We learned that rates are a type of ratio, and that certain formulas can be used to find specific rates, such as mileage or speed.
Assignment: (due tomorrow)
Students need to write and illustrate 3 different rate problems.
1. for speed
2. for mileage
3. for an exchange rate
*Today's tip: choose numbers that divide evenly and make sure you are asking a question in each problem, not just giving out information!!*
On a seperate piece of paper, include
1. the formula needed to solve each problem
2. the steps in solving each problem
3 the correct answer for each problem
Today we discussed and practiced with rates. We learned that rates are a type of ratio, and that certain formulas can be used to find specific rates, such as mileage or speed.
Assignment: (due tomorrow)
Students need to write and illustrate 3 different rate problems.
1. for speed
2. for mileage
3. for an exchange rate
*Today's tip: choose numbers that divide evenly and make sure you are asking a question in each problem, not just giving out information!!*
On a seperate piece of paper, include
1. the formula needed to solve each problem
2. the steps in solving each problem
3 the correct answer for each problem
Social Studies 8
Today we began researching for our presentations. Students also received a copy of the rubric which they will be graded with. Overall, students worked very hard and accomplished a lot today!
Health 7
Today in health class we discussed the short and long term physical, mental and social effects of tobacco and marijuana use. Students received a facts sheet they need to read over.
Health 8
Students should be working on semester health goal and discussing progress with their accountability partner.
Today in class we focused on care for wounds and controlling bleeding. No homework.
Today in class we focused on care for wounds and controlling bleeding. No homework.
7TH GRADE FRENCH
WELCOME TO THE WEEK OF MARCH 10. LAST WEEK WE TESTED OUR KNOWLEDGE OF SINGLE DIGIT NUMBERS. THIS WEEK WE WILL HAVE A NUMBER QUIZ ON DOUBLE DIGIT NUMBERS FOR GRADE. AS ALWAYS, WE PRACTICE LISTENING AND PRONUNCIATION SKILLS IN CLASS. CLASS PARTICIPATION COUNTS TOWARDS AN EFFORT GRADE. MADAME COE.
Friday, March 7, 2008
Literature 8
The Pigman Test
Assignment: Read The Journey to Meet the Pigman article. Complete the questions for Monday's class.
Assignment: Read The Journey to Meet the Pigman article. Complete the questions for Monday's class.
Science 8
Today we corrected our Chapter 2 review assignment. Conducted a disease transmission lab and made a Bingo card for the review game on Monday. If the students take the time to define all of the Bingo Terms they will be given extra credit.
The Chapter 2 test is on Tuesday
The Chapter 2 test is on Tuesday
Social Studies 7
A review of the unit on History continued with students taking notes in class. Please note that the recently sent home Progress Report did NOT include the grade for the recently completed History Report! The final grade on the report can significantly change the third quarter grade.
Applied Math
8th graders completed Test 11 and extra credit
7th graders had a fraction activity.
8th graders - No homework for the weekend!
7th graders - Complete the Coin Worksheet - due on Monday
7th graders had a fraction activity.
8th graders - No homework for the weekend!
7th graders - Complete the Coin Worksheet - due on Monday
Social Studies 8
Chapter 4, Section 3: The Struggle for Liberty - including such interesting things as the Battle of Trenton, the Battle of Saratoga, Nathan Hale, and John Paul Jones.
Students were advised about what to bring on research days - starting Monday. It was also discussed that due to the limited time before spring break and few research days (4 total) it is imperative that students use computer lab time for research. Any other activites will result in a lowered grade for the presentation.
No Homework!
Students were advised about what to bring on research days - starting Monday. It was also discussed that due to the limited time before spring break and few research days (4 total) it is imperative that students use computer lab time for research. Any other activites will result in a lowered grade for the presentation.
No Homework!
Social Studies 8
Chapter 4, Section 3: The Struggle for Liberty
Students chose topics for their individual presentations. It was discussed that presentation are scheduled to be completed by spring break. Since the 8th grade field trip is the day before spring break, that gives us one less day to prepare. Students were warned that there will be limited computer lab research time (4 days total) so any activity by a student that is not research will result in a lowered grade for the presentation. Students were advised about what materials to bring to class on research days - starting on Monday. No homework!
Students chose topics for their individual presentations. It was discussed that presentation are scheduled to be completed by spring break. Since the 8th grade field trip is the day before spring break, that gives us one less day to prepare. Students were warned that there will be limited computer lab research time (4 days total) so any activity by a student that is not research will result in a lowered grade for the presentation. Students were advised about what materials to bring to class on research days - starting on Monday. No homework!
Health 7
Today in class we went over the test scores from the Communication Unit test. Students who were absent the day of the test will need to come in to take the test during lunch, study hall, or after school.
We began our Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Awareness Unit today. We defined drugs, discussed what is classified as a drug and reasons teens choose to use drugs. No homework.
We began our Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Awareness Unit today. We defined drugs, discussed what is classified as a drug and reasons teens choose to use drugs. No homework.
Health 8
Students should be working on their semester health goal and talking with their accountability partners.
Today in class we discussed care for sudden illnesses. No homework.
Today in class we discussed care for sudden illnesses. No homework.
Thursday, March 6, 2008
English/Lit 7
Students worked on evaluating different types of technical writing as they prepare to begin writing their own. There will be a substitute tomorrow as I am going in for knee surgery; however, the students understand they will be following a planning guide tomorrow and beginning to compose their rough draft in class. I'm excited for these; some of the topics are highly entertaining!
Literature -- We filled out an anticipation guide as we prepare to read Freak the Mighty. Because of the fact that there is a substitute tomorrow, students will begin reading the novel and filling out a study guide with the first few chapters. We will have time to discuss these when I return.
Literature -- We filled out an anticipation guide as we prepare to read Freak the Mighty. Because of the fact that there is a substitute tomorrow, students will begin reading the novel and filling out a study guide with the first few chapters. We will have time to discuss these when I return.
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