We are starting a new unit today, Sociology. The students were given an overview of the topic today and participated in an activity about the various roles we play. We will continue this tomorrow.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Applied Math 7
Mrs. Willems and Mrs. Topel conducted Conflict Resolution during our class period today.
No homework, but remember - Set 22 is due tomorrow.
No homework, but remember - Set 22 is due tomorrow.
Applied Math 8
Class time was given to complete yesterday's assignment since many students had not completed it. Calculators are very useful in this math class. Students are encouraged to bring them to class. If a student doesn't have a calculator by 8th grade, now would be a good time to get one.
Today's assignment: 2-4 packet - due tomorrow
Today's assignment: 2-4 packet - due tomorrow
Social Studies 8
Today we reviewed and discussed Chapter 6, Section 3 about the cultural diversity of Canada. We also discussed the differences between diversity in the U.S. ( a melting pot) and in Canada ( most ethnic groups live together in certain regions and adhere to their own traditions - not a lot of cultural blending).
Assignment: Read Chapter 6, Section 4 (p. 177-180) and complete the notes, terms, and skillbuilder on the study guide. The Chapter 6 Vocabulary Practice worksheet is due tomorrow.
Monday, October 27, 2008
Literature 8
Quiz on chapters 1-9 today. The students were assigned to read chapter 10 (X) when finished with the quiz.
Science 7
Today students made (if applicable) corrections to his/her Heat Transfer and Wind test. They also need to complete pgs 45 and 52 - the section assessments if he/she earned an 8o% or lower on the test.
Other students worked on created either a word search, cross-word puzzle or a word scramble for the upcoming topics.
Other students worked on created either a word search, cross-word puzzle or a word scramble for the upcoming topics.
Social Studies 7
Today the psychology test re-test review was collected. Students were able to take a re-test on the psychology unit.
No homework.
No homework.
Applied Math 7
Lesson 22: Prime and Composite Numbers; Prime Factorization
Assignment: Complete the Lesson 22 worksheet
Assignment: Complete the Lesson 22 worksheet
Language Arts - 8 (10/27-10/29)
Being that we have a shortened week, there will be no vocabulary packet. There is, however, a final quiz Wednesday on all the root words we have been studying. Make sure you know the definitions of all the roots, prefixes, suffixes, and are familiar with vocabulary definitions.
On Tuesday we will be performing the play Dracula for the class and Wedensday we will be writing chain ghost stories!
On Tuesday we will be performing the play Dracula for the class and Wedensday we will be writing chain ghost stories!
Applied Math 8
Lesson 2-4: Mean, Median, and Mode
Students took notes on the differences between Mean, Median, and Mode as well as how to find each measure of central tendancy, and when it is appropriate to use each.
Assignment: p. 71-72 #4-17, and #20-23
Students took notes on the differences between Mean, Median, and Mode as well as how to find each measure of central tendancy, and when it is appropriate to use each.
Assignment: p. 71-72 #4-17, and #20-23
Social Studies 8
Today students reviewed Chapter 6 for the test which will be next Wednesday. We discussed that since we do not always have access to an overhead projetor, studying for next Tuesday's map quiz will be the student's responsibility. Graded outline maps were returned today so students can make corrections to the maps they will be studying.
We also discussed that next Wednesday is the end of the Quarter. Any assignment that is not turned in by next Wednesday becomes a zero, no exceptions. For example, if you do not turn in next Tuesday's assignment on Wednesday, it becomes a zero, just like any work that has been missng from throughout the quarter, regardless of the date it was assigned.
Almost all of the hour today (except about 10 minutes) was devoted to work time so students can complete today's assignments as well as any missing work that is still out.
Today's assignment: Read Section 3 (p. 171) and complete the notes, terms, and skillbuilder portions of the study guide. Complete the Chapter 6 Connect to History worksheet.
Friday, October 24, 2008
8th Grade Family and Consumer Education
The Family and Consumer Ed classes (hours 2 & 3) are studying eating disorders.
Hour one is finalizing their menu and setting up committees for their restaurant simulation.
Hour one is finalizing their menu and setting up committees for their restaurant simulation.
Seventh Grade Family and Consumer Education
The students have been studying about how they can earn money as a seventh grader. They are now working on ads for jobs that they would like to have. These ads will be on display at conferences.
The pillows that they made in class will also be in the display case during conferences.
The pillows that they made in class will also be in the display case during conferences.
Science 7
Whew! Today we sorted through all the papers/tests/projects/etc. and organized them into individual folders. These folders will be kept in my room and will contain the quarter's work. They will be available at conferences and students will be able to take all the work home after the quarter is over.
Also, in class, students watched themselves on video during their flying contraption test flights :)Have a great weekend....and make good choices!!
Social Studies 7
The tests were corrected and passed back to the students so that they could see their score. Students who earned 80% or less are required to complete the Unit 3 Psychology packet. It must be done by Monday!!! Other than that, no homework.
Science 8
Our lab work continued!
Many of the labs are finished. Each day next week should allow for a bit of time to "tie up any loose ends"
Showcase starts Monday. I cannot wait to see the various projects your children have been working on!
Many of the labs are finished. Each day next week should allow for a bit of time to "tie up any loose ends"
Showcase starts Monday. I cannot wait to see the various projects your children have been working on!
Literature 8
Today we discussed the reading of Chapter 8. We read chapter nine...a quiz on chapters1-9 is planned for Monday!
Social Studies 8
Review of Chapter 6, Section 2: the regional differences, diversity, and history of Canada.
Reviewed the location of Canada's provinces on the overhead (thanks, Mrs. Moran, for letting us borrow yours!). Classes who review features loud enough to have someone from a different class come down to our class to ask us to be quiet earn extra credit points! Classes must tell "the complainer" why we are being so loud - example: we are reviewing the provinces of Canada!
Assignment: Complete the Chapter 6 Map & Graph/Skillbuilder packet - due Monday, no book required
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Science 8
Lab work continued today.
The Osmosis lab was finished by most as well as the cell structure micro-slide lab.
The Microscope lab started...
Work time again tomorrow to finish up!
SCIENCE SHOWCASE IS DUE MONDAY!
The Osmosis lab was finished by most as well as the cell structure micro-slide lab.
The Microscope lab started...
Work time again tomorrow to finish up!
SCIENCE SHOWCASE IS DUE MONDAY!
Literature 8
We reviewed the book to date. A chapter 5-7 review assignment was given. All should have finished in class. The kids were assigned to read Chapter 8 for homework!
Applied Math 7
Class began with a discussion about making corrections. The procedure is that students exchange papers and mark which problems have been missed on an assignment. Then, students get their own papers back and have the opportunity to ask questions, get help, and make corrections on missed problems BEFORE submitting the assignment for a final grade. There is NO REASON a student could not have 100% on every assignment. It was pointed out to students that it is not the teacher's responsibility to make sure they are correcting every problem before submitting - it is the student's responsibility to take advantage of the opportunity. When asked why corrections weren't being made suggestions from students were laziness (just not caring) and frustration with having to redo a problem. We discussed these suggestions and many students decided that it would be worthwhile to ask for help the first time they didn't understand a problem, and then they wouldn't have to try it again later.
Today we went over Lesson 21: Solving Equations - this lesson was mostly a review about how to find missing numbers.
Today we went over Lesson 21: Solving Equations - this lesson was mostly a review about how to find missing numbers.
- If you are missing and addend, subtract
- If you are missing the top number in a subtraction problem, add
- If you are missing the bottom number in a subtraction problem, subtract
- If you are missing a factor (multiplication), divide
Assignment: Lesson 21 worksheet
Applied Math 8
Lesson 2-3: Line Plots
We discussed how to make line plots and how to organize and summarize data on line plots.
Terms to remember:
We discussed how to make line plots and how to organize and summarize data on line plots.
Terms to remember:
- Range: the difference between the lowest and highest numbers
- Intervals: remember they must all be the same (25,20,35 NOT 25, 30, 40)
- Clusters: data close together
- Outliers: quite seperate from the rest of the data
- Gaps: big spaces between data
Assignment: p. 66 #5-21
Social Studies 7
The students had the entire class time to work on the Unit 3 Psychology test. Also, any projects were due today...this has been written on the board (both Mr.Whitmore's and Mrs. Moran's) and the students have been reminded daily of the deadline.
There is no homework tonight for Social Studies (whew!)
Social Studies 8
Sadly, our beloved overhead projector (Big Stinky) has died. Until he is either repaired or replaced, we will have to improvise a little when it comes to reviewing locations on the map of Canada.
Canada outline maps were due today.
We reviewed Chapter 6, Section 1 about the 4 regions of Canada: The Atlantic Provinces, The Core Provinces, The Prairie Provinces (with Ms. Francouer's favorite province name ever: Saskatchewan) and British Columbia and the Territories.
Assignment: Read Section 2 (p. 165-169) and complete the Section 2 Notes and Study Guide.
English/Literature 7
English 7 --
We are working on our spooky stories! Many students will be finishing rough drafts and heading to the computer lab to type. I am excited to see what they have come up with!
*Just a note: This is an in-class assignment, so I have stressed the importance of utilizing class work time. Many students have a co-author they are working with; this is not an assignment to be worked on at home. The students are aware and are all on board.
Homework: Vocabulary #6. There will be a short quiz tomorrow.
Literature 7 --
We are continuing through House on Mango Street. The students are working on double entry journals. These journals are designed to help students think critically about specific passages from the book. They are doing a fabulous job!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Pre-Algebra
Students took quiz. Homework: Chapter two review, pages 108-110. Problems 10-62 even. Test and note grade tomorrow.
Science 7
In classes today, we reviewed for the test TOMORROW! The students worked in groups to discuss and determine the correct answers to the questions I was asking (sort of a modified version of group Jeopardy). They were great - energetic and awesome answers!! It was a good review, but remember to study tonight as well!!
Social Studies 7
Classes reviewed for the upcoming social studies test tomorrow. The test will contain the information found in Unit 3, psychology.
Science 8
Today we started one of three labs.
Osmosis
Cell variety/structure
Microscope use and slide preparation/production
All three will be completed by Friday.
Reminder: Science Showcase is due on Monday!
Osmosis
Cell variety/structure
Microscope use and slide preparation/production
All three will be completed by Friday.
Reminder: Science Showcase is due on Monday!
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
7th Grade Math
Students took a quiz tomorrow. Homework: Chapter two test form D, problems 1-20. Test and note grade on Thursday.
Algebra
Lesson 2.8 part 2. Pages 118-120. Problems 26-34 and 39-57. Quiz 3, problems 1-21. Chapter two test and note grade on Thursday.
Science 8
Osmosis/Diffusion/cell membrane discussion & reading. The students were assigned a pre-lab vocabulary sheet and osmosis questions. Due Wednesday.
Pre-Algebra
Lesson 2-9, pages 106-107. Problems 13-41 and 41-50. Quiz tomorrow, test and note grade on Thursday.
Science 7
We continued our discussion on the Wind (sea breeze, land breeze, horse latitudes, jet streams, etc). Students also corrected the Wind section summary in class today.
The students were given the following pieces to use as study guides for the TEST on THURSDAY (items need to be turned back in on Thursday before the test):
- Heat Transfer GRS 2.2
- Vocabulary cards for Heat Transfer and Wind
- Wind Summary
- Wind GRS 2.3
Social Studies 7
In social studies today, the students had a presentation from Mrs. Topel and Mrs. Wilems. We did not have a chance to review for the test, so the test will be on Thursday 10/23/08.
Applied Math 8
Social Studies 8
Chapter 5 Test
Assignment: Read Chapter 6, Section 1 p. 154-163 and complete the study guide.
**Grade sheets were updated today - there are lots of missing assignments that can be completed and turned in to improve quarter grades.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Science 7
Today we talked about winds. We talked about global vs. local winds, the global wind belt, measuring wind speed with an anemometer or direction with a wind vane, wind chill factor, and more.
For homework, students are to complete the Wind worksheet given in class. Yes, they are due at the beginning of the hour. This is taking the place of the Key Terms and Key Concepts.
Remember...test is set for THURSDAY of this week!Also, extra credit projects are due by THURSDAY of this week as well.
social studies 7
Today we again reviewed and discussed unit 3 of psychology-operant conditioning, classical conditioning, positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement. In class we corrected part 2 of the review. Also, students began to work on part 3 of the review. Remember the test is on WEDNESDAY!
Remember that projects are due on Thursday - you can bring them in sooner if you like.
Remember that projects are due on Thursday - you can bring them in sooner if you like.
Language Arts - 8 (10/20-10/24)
This week we have our last vocabulary packet concerning root words "clam" and "voc" meaning to cry or call out. The packet is due Wednesday with a quiz on Thursday. Next week we will be having a final root word test concerning all the different root words we have done so far, so make sure to review those.
On Monday, we are finishing the movie The Truman Show which has many similar themes as The Giver. We are then getting into an expository writing unit and we will be working on developing out voice in our writing as well as organizational writing skills.
If you are interested in joining the Southern Lakes Anthology Club, the meeting will be after school on Tuesday, October 21st. This gives you an opportunity to chose and work on a style of writing or art, and then submit it for a competition.
On Monday, we are finishing the movie The Truman Show which has many similar themes as The Giver. We are then getting into an expository writing unit and we will be working on developing out voice in our writing as well as organizational writing skills.
If you are interested in joining the Southern Lakes Anthology Club, the meeting will be after school on Tuesday, October 21st. This gives you an opportunity to chose and work on a style of writing or art, and then submit it for a competition.
Science 8
Chemical compounds of cells was our discussion today. Notes were taken from Section 3 of Chapter 1 (pgs. 25-30) A review assignment was given...due Tuesday!
Science Showcase is due one week from today!!!
Science Showcase is due one week from today!!!
7th grade math
Chapter two study guide and review, pages 96-98. Problems 9-30. Quiz tomorrow, test and note grade onWednesday.
Pre-Algebra
Lesson 2-8, pages 100-101. Problems 15-44 and 46-53. Quiz on Wednesday, test and note grade on Thursday.
Applied Math 7
Lesson 20: Perimeter, part 1
Assignment: Complete the Lesson 20 Problem Set Worksheet. (Use p. 98 to help with #11)
Test is on Wednesday!
Assignment: Complete the Lesson 20 Problem Set Worksheet. (Use p. 98 to help with #11)
Test is on Wednesday!
Applied Math 8
Lesson 2-2a: - Problem Solving
Lesson 2-2a is a preview of Lesson 2-2 which we will be starting tomorrow. Lesson 2-2 is all about using graphs to make predictions.
Assignment: p. 59 #3-10 (problem solving word problems). There were helps on the board so students knew how to organize information.
Lesson 2-2a is a preview of Lesson 2-2 which we will be starting tomorrow. Lesson 2-2 is all about using graphs to make predictions.
Assignment: p. 59 #3-10 (problem solving word problems). There were helps on the board so students knew how to organize information.
Social Studies 8
Chapter 5 Vocab worksheets due today.
United States Map Quiz.
Reviewed for the Chapter 5 test tomorrow.
The rest of class time was given for students to complete the Chapter 5 Review on p. 152. This is due tomorrow.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Science 7
Each class had a new set of teachers today! The students played the role of teacher and had to explain a topic ( thermal energy, temperature, convection, conduction, radiation, temperature scales, etc). We even had some groups plan activities for the students to do! Wind will be the topic on Monday...a continuation from the flying contraptions!
The test is still scheduled for Thursday/Friday of next week.
Have a great weekend...Make Good Choices :)
Social Studies 7
Students completed the Unit 3 Psychology Review. We started to correct the review in class today. Again, we are looking at a test next week. It is scheduled for Wednesday 10-22-08.
Remember...Projects and/or Reports are due next week Thursday 10-23-08
Remember...Projects and/or Reports are due next week Thursday 10-23-08
Pre-Algebra
Study guides 2-6 and 2-7 worksheets. Do the even problems. Word story and enrichment worksheet will be extra credit if student does all the problems.
7th Grade Math
Homework: Pages 568 and 569, Lesson 2-5 (1-5), Lesson 2-6 (1-4), Lesson 2-7 (1-4) and Lesson 2-8 (1-2).
Applied Math 7
Basic Facts: Addition and Subtraction
Corrected yesterday's assignment. We would have played a math game, but many students were late to class, and very chatty, so we ran out of time.
No assignment.
Corrected yesterday's assignment. We would have played a math game, but many students were late to class, and very chatty, so we ran out of time.
No assignment.
Health 7
Discussed the short and long term useof tobacco and marijuana. Students viewed a video on some of the effects of marijuana.
Assignment:
Read handouts on smoking and marijuana.
Assignment:
Read handouts on smoking and marijuana.
Health 8
Students worked on their nutrition packets for pp. 42-53 in class.
Assignment:
Health goal check-up sheet is due on Tuesday.
Extra-credit was lso made available for students who wish to complete it.
Assignment:
Health goal check-up sheet is due on Tuesday.
Extra-credit was lso made available for students who wish to complete it.
Social Studies 8
Today we reviewed locations and features on the U.S. map - remember the Map Quiz is on Monday!!
We reveiwed Chapter 5 for the test which is on Tuesday.
Asssignment: Chapter 5 Vocab worksheet, continue working on the Chapter 5 review on p. 152 (due Tuesday)
We reveiwed Chapter 5 for the test which is on Tuesday.
Asssignment: Chapter 5 Vocab worksheet, continue working on the Chapter 5 review on p. 152 (due Tuesday)
Science 8
The completed cell brochures were used as notes today for a quiz on cells. Hope they all did well.
No Homework!
No Homework!
Literature 8
We read chapter 4 today in class.
Predictions were made of the order of each future victim's death.
A review assignment for chapter 3-4 was assigned. Due Monday.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Applied Math 8
Lesson 2-1 continued...more fun with Frequency Tables!
Assignment: 2-1 study guide/skills
Assignment: 2-1 study guide/skills
Social Studies 8
Today we reviewed features and locations on the United States map. We discussed Section 4 about the government and economy of the United States.
Assignment: Chapter 5 Skillbuilder/Map packet due tomorrow. Note Check tomorrow - you should have 4 study guides and 4 overhead worksheets completed for credit.
***The Chapter 5 Review (p.152) will be due on Tuesday.
Literature 8
We corrected the Chapter 1 & 2 review assignment. We read chapter three together in class.
No homework!
Science 8
Last work day to complete the cell brochure...due at the end of classes. The students can expect a quiz tomorrow.
Science 7
We discussed Heat Transfer in class and also corrected the GRS 2.2. Students joined in groups and will become the teachers tomorrow in class. They are to, as a group, provide information to us, the students, about temperature scales, varying freezing points between degrees Celsius and Fahrenheit, thermometers, convection, radiation, etc. Stay tuned for the results in tomorrow's post!
Algebra
Homework: Page 105, problems 80-85. Pages 112-113, problems 52-60 even, 62-70 and 76-100 even.
Social Studies 7
Students worked on the review packet for unit 3 -psychology. Most classes worked on this in class, Mrs. Moran's class took the remaining work home for homework. We will be working on reviewing as there will be a test next week Tuesday 10/21/08 on unit 3.
Students all received an information sheet about project(s) that can be completed. As a reminder, the syllabus stated that in order to earn an A in the class, a project has to be completed! This is also an opportunity to improve your overall grade by completing a project. The students were shown examples in class.
Students all received an information sheet about project(s) that can be completed. As a reminder, the syllabus stated that in order to earn an A in the class, a project has to be completed! This is also an opportunity to improve your overall grade by completing a project. The students were shown examples in class.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Health 8
We began our Nutrition Unit today.
Students are to read pp. 44-53 in their text for next class. They should also be recording progress on their semester health goal in their notebooks.
Personal fitness plans are due on Friday and Monday. This counts as a test grade.
Students are to read pp. 44-53 in their text for next class. They should also be recording progress on their semester health goal in their notebooks.
Personal fitness plans are due on Friday and Monday. This counts as a test grade.
Health 7
Students discussed reasons why teens use/do not use drugs. We defined drugs and discussed myths people have related to drug use.
NO assignment.
NO assignment.
Science 7
Students were expected to finish the Chapter 2 vocabulary cards today in class. If for some reason that they needed to be finished at home, they must follow the same guidelines given in class.
Again, there will be a test on Heat Transfer and Winds in the near future. A more specific date is to come ( late next week, early the following week)
Again, there will be a test on Heat Transfer and Winds in the near future. A more specific date is to come ( late next week, early the following week)
Social Studies 7
Students were to finish chapter 3 crossword puzzle in class. A few student may have brought this home in order to finish. We will continue in the psychology chapter and look for an announcement of an upcoming test.
Applied Math 8
Chapter 1 Tests were handed back today. The average grade on the test was a C (80%).
Today we began Chapter 2 with Lesson 2-1. Chapter 2 is about data analysis and statistics.
Assignment: p. 56-57 #8-26, no #15, 18, or 19
Literature 8
We finished reading chapter two today in class. A vocabulary and question summary assignment was given.
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