Lesson 7-2: Rates
Assignment: p. 294 #4-23
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Social Studies 8
Students viewed the video "The Great War" and completed a study guide. This video gives an overview of World War I including secret alliances prior to the war, new technology that made WWI more deadly than any other war up until this time, and U.S. involvement. The purpose for viewing this video is to give students basic background knowledge of WWI. We will study the war in depth when we return from Spring Break.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Health 7
Students learned the importance of and practiced reading labels for over-the-counter medications.
Health 8
Students used www.mypyramid.gov as a tool to learn more about personal nutrition guidelines and how they are eating.
Science 7
We started our chapter presentations today - Yippee!!! Over the past 2 1/2 weeks the students have been working in groups to present and teach a topic (earthquakes, volcanoes, minerals, or rocks). They have been working very hard, and using the calendar schedule that I gave them, a majority of them have turned in all of the required parts. Now, they just have to present:)
Today, the Earthquake groups began and they will take the remainder of the week. Those groups will give a short "quiz" on Thursday.
When we come back from spring break, Plate Tectonics and Volcanoes will present the first week back, followed by Minerals and Rocks.
Today, the Earthquake groups began and they will take the remainder of the week. Those groups will give a short "quiz" on Thursday.
When we come back from spring break, Plate Tectonics and Volcanoes will present the first week back, followed by Minerals and Rocks.
Social Studies 7
We have continued this week to work on our Geography unit. Today the students took their quiz, in which they were able to use their review worksheets for assistance.
Applied Math 7
Lesson 83: Weight
Assignment: Complete Set 83. This assignment NEEDS to be done for tomorrow. Students who have not completed Set 83 will not be able to make corrections.
Assignment: Complete Set 83. This assignment NEEDS to be done for tomorrow. Students who have not completed Set 83 will not be able to make corrections.
Social Studies 8
Students finished presentations today, then viewed a biography of Susan B. Anthony. Although women did not receive the right to vote until AFTER WWI, which we haven't studies yet, most of Anthony's work occurred prior to WWI. Students needed to write and submit 5 facts about Susan B. Anthony from the video for participation points today.
Language Arts-8 (4/6-4/9)
This week we are in the process of researching a famous Hispanic American. Three sources were due yesterday, and the three pages of written notes are due at the end of the hour Thursday. Since this is a long term assignment and due dates have already been established, there will be no extentions for absences. When you are absent, make sure to make up the work on your time.
There are no other assignments this week due to research.
There are no other assignments this week due to research.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Algebra
Lesson 9.1, pages 509-510. Every third problem starting with 23 and ending with 77. I.E. 23, 26,29..., then 77-81, 95, 96, 104, 107, 110, and 111.
Science 8
Seed plant packets were corrected today...a quiz was then given. All work was allowed as notes.
Health 7
Students learned the importance of and practiced reading labels for over-the-counter medications.
Literature 8
With Spring Break approaching I have decided not to start our next novel. In place of that we will be watching 'Gulliver's Travels' and completing a study guide. The movie is long and will take us all week to finish.
Applied Math 7
Due to the number of students who had not completed their homework from Friday, students were given the entire period today to catch up on late work. Consequently, students will lose the movie day that was planned for Thursday.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Health 7
Students learned about the Stages of Addiction and the difficulties of smoking cessation. Word search puzzle is due next class-Tuesday 4/7.
Health 8
Students went over the importance of reading a food label and practiced doing so in class.
Label Able is due Tuesday 4/7 for A-day and 4/8 for B-day.
Label Able is due Tuesday 4/7 for A-day and 4/8 for B-day.
Literature 8
Corrected questions and story map for 'The Treasure of Lemon Brown'
Our second novel was chosen
No Homework
Our second novel was chosen
No Homework
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Science 8
Work time today. The students need to complete three labs with a partner and a study packet for 'Seed Plants' structures and information On There Own!
All work should be completed by Friday at the end of class.
Please send in a packet of seeds for Monday. Any variety will do!
All work should be completed by Friday at the end of class.
Please send in a packet of seeds for Monday. Any variety will do!
Literature 8
The Treasure of Lemon Brown Pgs. 93-101
Complete the short story map & questions page 103 Reading Check a-e
Tomorrow we will choose our next novel...
Complete the short story map & questions page 103 Reading Check a-e
Tomorrow we will choose our next novel...
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Algebra
Chapter 8 review, pages 494-496. Problems 1-46. Due on Friday. Test and note grade on Friday.
7th Grade Math
Chapter 8 review, pages 362-364. Problems 11-47. Quiz tomorrow and test and note grade on Friday.
Pre-Algebra
Lesson 10-7, pages 503-504. Problems 12-45. Quiz tomorrow and test and note grade on Friday.
Science 8
Introduction to Seed Plants:
Individual review/note work and 3 partner labs.
All work due Friday at the end of class!
Please bring in a package of seed for class on Monday. Any variety.
Individual review/note work and 3 partner labs.
All work due Friday at the end of class!
Please bring in a package of seed for class on Monday. Any variety.
Social Studies 8
Today students had the entire period to do research on their chosen topics. Thursday and Friday will be work days in the classroom, and presentations will begin on Monday. Creativity is important!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Family and Consumer Education - Grade 7
The Seventh Grade students are starting their Child Care Unit. Any "babysitting" they do in the next few weeks will count as extra credit toward their quartter grade. Just send in a note signed by a parent to receive credit.
Vocational Education -8th grade-
All Eighth grade students are required to complete their job shadowing experience by the end of April. Forms and an explanation were sent home in the semester report card mailing. Please call if there are any questions. Students are finding this to be an eye-opening experience. I hope we can all support them!
Science 8
Chapter 4 test! Hope you did well.
Assignment: Bring in a package of seeds for a chapter 5 activity.
Assignment: Bring in a package of seeds for a chapter 5 activity.
Algebra
Lesson 8.6, Part 2. Pages 490-492. Problems 25-33, 44-48 and quiz 2 (1-10). Quiz tomorrow. Test and notes on Friday.
7th Grade Math
Lesson 8-6, page 360. Problems 8-22 and 24-29. Quiz on Thursday, test and notes on Friday.
Pre-Algebra
Lesson 10-6, Pages 498-499. Problems 12-48 and 54-58. Quiz on Thursday, test and notes on Friday.
Applied Math 7
Corrected Lesson 80
Assignment: Test 16 Review.... which means there's a test tomorrow!
Assignment: Test 16 Review.... which means there's a test tomorrow!
Social Studies 8
We finished the lecture about U.S. History from the Civil War to WWI today by talking about the Spanish American War and the Panama Canal. Students were then introduced to our project that will take us into spring break. Students were allowed to choose their own groups, or work individually to research and present any topic presented in the lecture. Students will give a more in-depth look at any of the topics addressed. Students are also allowe to choose their presentation method - examples were newscasts, talk shows, skits, or even interpretive dance. Students were encouraged to be as creative as possible when planning their presentations.
Tomorrow is the only day students will have in the computer lab for additional research. Thursday and Friday will be work days, and presentations will be next week.
Tomorrow is the only day students will have in the computer lab for additional research. Thursday and Friday will be work days, and presentations will be next week.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Science 7
Students are continuing to work in their new groups. Each group was given a specific topic that they would become the experts on. The groups will present the information in the coming weeks (most after spring break). In order to explain and teach their topic, the students are creating a visual aid, a demonstration, a worksheet, a review and a quiz/test. Each student received a calendar that outlines when each aspect is to be turned in. We have been working all last week and will continue to do so. We were in the computer lab on Friday and today with one more scheduled day next week Monday.
Tomorrow the visual aid, demonstration write-up, and notes must be completed. On Friday, the worksheet and script will be turned in.
Tomorrow the visual aid, demonstration write-up, and notes must be completed. On Friday, the worksheet and script will be turned in.
Social Studies 7
Today those students that earned 80% or below on his/her test turned in the corrective packet today.
Students started a new Unit today - Geography. They had a pre-"test" on what they know about the continents/oceans around the world.
Students started a new Unit today - Geography. They had a pre-"test" on what they know about the continents/oceans around the world.
7th Grade Math
Lesson 8-5. Pages 356-357. Problems 11-25, 27-29 and 33-38. Quiz on Thursday and test on Friday.
Pre-Algebra
Lesson 10-5, pages 494-495. Problems 12-42 and 47-51. Quiz on Thursday and test on Friday.
Science 8
The chapter 4 test was scheduled for today...I postponed it until tomorrow.
We had more time to review the chapter as a class and view fern spore cases today.
Don't waste this extra opportunity to study.
We had more time to review the chapter as a class and view fern spore cases today.
Don't waste this extra opportunity to study.
Literature 8
We finished the end of the movie 'And Then There Were None' today. A comparison of the book and movie was made.
The movie "Clue" continues our look into the mystery genre.
No homework
The movie "Clue" continues our look into the mystery genre.
No homework
Social Studies 8
Civil War - WWI continues.... today students learned about the Gilded Age (Political Corruption and Political Machines) and the Progressive Movement (Reforms, Temperance, and Women's Suffrage). No homework, but make sure you are keeping track of all your notes!
Friday, March 27, 2009
Applied Math 8
Lesson 6-8: Geometry - perimeter and area
Assignment: p. 272 #3-19 AND 579 (lesson 6-8) #1-13
Assignment: p. 272 #3-19 AND 579 (lesson 6-8) #1-13
Social Studies 8
Civil War - WWI lecture continued... today we focused on the second industrial revolution and immigration. No homework, have a great weekend!
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Health 7
Students learned about refusal skills when subjected to peer pressure. Students performed skits to demonstrate refusal skills.
Assignment: Peer Pressure Parent interview.
Assignment: Peer Pressure Parent interview.
Social Studies 8
Lecture about Civil Wat to WWI continued... today students learned about the West - cattle and mining, the Transcontinental Railroad, moving Native Americans to reservations, and the Homestead Act.
Science 8
Showcases Completed today.
The chapter 4 test is scheduled for Monday March 30th. A review was assigned on Tuesday: Pages 131-132 (1-17) and page 133 (1-5) due on Friday. Defining the vocabulary terms for extra credit is also due on Friday! Make sure your Bingo card is ready for our review game tomorrow.
The chapter 4 test is scheduled for Monday March 30th. A review was assigned on Tuesday: Pages 131-132 (1-17) and page 133 (1-5) due on Friday. Defining the vocabulary terms for extra credit is also due on Friday! Make sure your Bingo card is ready for our review game tomorrow.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Social Studies 8
All 8th graders participated in a Smart Board presentation during Social Studies Class time.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Pre-Algebra
Mid-chapter practice test page 490. Problems 1-20. Lesson 10-4 ex. page 641, problems 2-30 evens. Mid-chapter test, quiz and notes tomorrow.
Social Studies 8
Part 1 of Lecture about U.S History from the Civil War to WWI. Students should be practing taking notes... notes will be checked at the end of the lecture.
Health 7
Students worked on their anti-ads in class today. Detailing and coloring should be done outside of class. Ads are due on Wed. (B-day) and Thurs. (A-day).
Health 8
Reviewed for Fitness Unit test on Thursday ( A-day) & Friday (B-day). Test will cover the following:
Health Related Fitness Components note sheet
Skill Related Fitness Compnents note sheet
Exercise is Wise worksheet
F.I.T.T. notes- you will need to know how to calculate target heart rate zone
6 Principles of Training
Extra-Credit: Muscles & Bones Diagrams (on test) & Crossword Puzzle (due before test).
Exercise Plans due this week.
Health Related Fitness Components note sheet
Skill Related Fitness Compnents note sheet
Exercise is Wise worksheet
F.I.T.T. notes- you will need to know how to calculate target heart rate zone
6 Principles of Training
Extra-Credit: Muscles & Bones Diagrams (on test) & Crossword Puzzle (due before test).
Exercise Plans due this week.
Science 8
Chapter 4.4 review corrected. With Showcase due on Wednesday...the students will have until Friday to complete the chapter 4 review 1-17 on pages 131-132 and 1-5 on page 133. They should also make a vocabulary bingo card. The chapter four test will be on Monday March 30th.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Pre-Algebra
Lesson 10-4, pages 486-487. Problems 10-26 even, 30-34 and 39-44. Mid-chapter test and quiz on Thursday.
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