Thursday, September 10, 2009
Literature 8
We had some free reading time to finish our Scope Magazine. Tomorrow is the Genre Quiz! A review sheet for Scope magazine will follow the quiz.
Social Studies 8
Review for U.S. Map Test tomorrow.
Students were given the entire period to complete their posters about the regions of the U.S. These posters are due at the end of the hour.
ASSIGNMENT: study for the map test!!
Students were given the entire period to complete their posters about the regions of the U.S. These posters are due at the end of the hour.
ASSIGNMENT: study for the map test!!
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Health 7
Discussed the relationship between emotions, body language, verbal cues and tone of voice.
No assignment.
No assignment.
Health 8
Read pp. 24-28 in the text. Study the muscles and bones.
Start tracking goal progress in notebook.
Start tracking goal progress in notebook.
Science 8
Today we corrected and discussed our Scientific Method assignment. A series of eight similar practice problems were solve today in class as small groups. We will share our finding tomorrow. We will have our first quiz on Friday...The Scientific Method.
Remember:
Science Prefix assignment is due on Friday...a quiz on the meaning of the prefix will be given.
Remember:
Science Prefix assignment is due on Friday...a quiz on the meaning of the prefix will be given.
Literature 8
Today we presented our Genre excerpts. What a creative group!
We began reading Scope Magazine...Romeo & Juliet (simplified version) play was read as a class.
No homework tonight...but quiz on Genres is on Friday.
We began reading Scope Magazine...Romeo & Juliet (simplified version) play was read as a class.
No homework tonight...but quiz on Genres is on Friday.
Pre-Algebra
Lesson 1-4, pages 26-27. Problems 11-44, extra-credit 46-54. Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz next Tuesday, 9/15.
7th Grade Math-Mr. Smith
Lesson 1-4, pages 20-21. Problems 14-45. Extra-credit, 48-54. Mid-chapter 1 test and quiz next Tuesday, 9/15.
Algebra
Lesson 1.3, part 2. Pages 20-22. Problems 47-49, 55, (58-72 even) and quiz 1 (1-26). Mid-chapter test and quiz on Friday.
Science 7
We reviewed and talked about Chapter 1, Section 1 today. We had a "quiz off" today in class about the reading from yesterday. Due for tomorrow is the GRS (guided reading and study) for 1.1. The students had 15 - 20 minutes to work on this in class, and we answered some questions together. Most students finished in the class period. Reminder....Making Connections is due on FRIDAY!!
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Science 8
We reviewed our notes from last week. (Chapter 1.1 and 1.2)
A Scientific Method review assignment was given with class time provided as a work period.
A Scientific Method review assignment was given with class time provided as a work period.
Literature 8
We corrected our Genre Crossword and definitions assignment. Each Genre was categorized into either Fiction or Nonfiction as a review. Each student was assigned a genre to write a 2-5 sentence simple passage that would give away the genre without using the definition.
For example: This would represent Romance...
Timmy stared at me with his big brown eyes. I knew that instant that we were meant to be together. How can I tell him how I feel? Would he feel the same about me?
Quiz on Genres is scheduled for Friday!
For example: This would represent Romance...
Timmy stared at me with his big brown eyes. I knew that instant that we were meant to be together. How can I tell him how I feel? Would he feel the same about me?
Quiz on Genres is scheduled for Friday!
Science 7
Today the students were shown how their notebook needs to be set up for assignments. We started a KWL for the first chapter all about the atmosphere. Each class has had great thoughts! We will complete the last portion in the notebook once we have finished chapter 1. The assignment for today was to read Chapter 1, Section 1 (1.1) - which we did together as a class. For tomorrow the students have to complete the Key Terms and Key Concepts on page 6 in their notebook ( many finished in class). Also a reminder....Making Connections is DUE on FRIDAY!!!
Friday, September 4, 2009
Science 8
10 observations were turned in today...each student was asked to share one of each observation (qualitative & quantitative).
Notes on the Scientific Method/Inquiry Chapter 1.2
*NEW: Science Prefix Friday...each Friday I will assign a list of up to 20 prefixes. I provide a meaning for each but ask the students to find and define three words (science terms please) that utilize that prefix. They have a quiz on the prefix meanings the following Friday. This week starts with the A's...
This should emphasize and improve recognition and understanding of science terms.
Notes on the Scientific Method/Inquiry Chapter 1.2
*NEW: Science Prefix Friday...each Friday I will assign a list of up to 20 prefixes. I provide a meaning for each but ask the students to find and define three words (science terms please) that utilize that prefix. They have a quiz on the prefix meanings the following Friday. This week starts with the A's...
This should emphasize and improve recognition and understanding of science terms.
Literature 8
Genre crossword and vocabulary terms due on Tuesday. The students were able to define 18 genres using a crossword puzzle. The additional 8-10 words needing to be defined were listed on the board. Most students finished in class.
Pre-Algebra
Page 616, Lesson 1-1. Problems 1-5. Lesson 1-2, problems 2-26 evens (odds extra-credit).
Math 7
Mrs. Moran's Math Class: Assignment for Tuesday is Unit 1, Section 2 Powers and Exponents problems 6 - 52 EVEN. We did a few together in class today and the students had a good amount of time to work on this in class.
Mr. Smith's Math 7 Class: pg. 564 Lesson 1.1 (1-5) and lesson 1.2 (1-24)
Mr. Smith's Math 7 Class: pg. 564 Lesson 1.1 (1-5) and lesson 1.2 (1-24)
Science 7
It has been such a great week! This week, we have gone over policies for my classroom, and have taken some time to explore what to expect this year in science. The students have already completed a bio glyph and are working on a packet due Friday, September 11. This packet (Making Connections) is worth the same amount of points that a test is, so it is important that they follow directions, take their time and put thought into their answers. We have been working on it in class both yesterday and today. There may be a short amount of time next week to work on it as we finish up for the period, but some will have to be completed at home. It is 
a longer term assignment, so they will need to budget their time. I am reminding them everyday :) Also, by Tuesday, their books need to be covered. I have been offering paper covers - they seem to do the best job - but a stretchy cover is fine as long as it is XL or JUMBO size. Have a great weekend...Make Good Choices!
a longer term assignment, so they will need to budget their time. I am reminding them everyday :) Also, by Tuesday, their books need to be covered. I have been offering paper covers - they seem to do the best job - but a stretchy cover is fine as long as it is XL or JUMBO size. Have a great weekend...Make Good Choices! Social Studies 8
We reviewed for the U.S. Map Test - physical features and states and capitals (through Maryland). Make sure you are studying!
We spent the rest of class time in the middle school computer lab where students had time and access to the internet to do research for their group poster project.
ASSIGNMENT: Knowthe capitals through New Jersey!
We spent the rest of class time in the middle school computer lab where students had time and access to the internet to do research for their group poster project.
ASSIGNMENT: Knowthe capitals through New Jersey!
Applied Math 7
Students were introduced to Basic Facts. This is a packet that students will recieve about every five lessons in 7th grade which will give them the opportunity to practice basic skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. There are a LOT of problems, but they are relatively easy. Students were given the entire hour to complete their packets and turned them in before leaving for the weekend.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Pre-Algebra
Lesson 1-2, pages 14-15. Problems 14-54 even. Make sure properties are included in your notes.
Literature 8
We corrected today's assignment..."getting to know our text"
Genre- a class list was compiled using our text & prior knowledge.
Genre- a class list was compiled using our text & prior knowledge.
Science 8
Notes on Chapter 1.1 Thinking like a scientist were taken in class. A graph reading assignment was included in their notes (pg. 9/1-4) and today's assignment was to make a list of 10 observations after school. Identify them as qualitative or quantitative.
Social Studies 8
Check for completion of States and Capitals worksheet and U.S. Map for points.
Review of U.S. physical features, and the first ten states and capitals.
Introduction of the U.S. Geography project. This will be due Thursday, September 10 and will be worked on in class in groups. Students were given guidelines and expectations for the project, as well as information on grading. Ask your child to share their assignment sheet with you. Students were given the last twenty(ish) minutes of class to organize within their groups and plan for the execution of their projects.
ASSIGNMENT: Study the states and capitals (especially Hawaii - Maryland)
Review of U.S. physical features, and the first ten states and capitals.
Introduction of the U.S. Geography project. This will be due Thursday, September 10 and will be worked on in class in groups. Students were given guidelines and expectations for the project, as well as information on grading. Ask your child to share their assignment sheet with you. Students were given the last twenty(ish) minutes of class to organize within their groups and plan for the execution of their projects.
ASSIGNMENT: Study the states and capitals (especially Hawaii - Maryland)
Applied Math 7
Review Lesson B: Operation of Arithmetic with Money
Assignment: Complete Lesson B (#7-30)
Assignment: Complete Lesson B (#7-30)
Applied Math 8
We reviewed Lesson 2-1: Frequency Tables - terms and procedures.
Assignment: 2-1 Packet (due tomorrow) **Much class time was given, so most students finished their assignment in class today.
Assignment: 2-1 Packet (due tomorrow) **Much class time was given, so most students finished their assignment in class today.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Health 7
Students participated in two getting to know you activities in class. Please remember to brin gin your signed syllabus if you have not done so already.
Health 8
Students completed a wellness assessment in class that was used to formulate a quarter health goal. Students are to share their goal with the parent or guardian who is to serve as their accountability partner for project. Their action plan should be completed for class on Thursday.
Science 8
Today we took an Intelligence survey, as well as a pre-test on Chapter 1. Both of these will help me understand how your child learns best and what they know. Please cover your textbook.
Literature 8
Getting to know our text. The students were introduced to their text and given a packet to demonstrate and apply how to use it properly. Work time was allowed so most finished in class.
Social Studies 8
Today we began our unit on United States Geography. Students viewed a two minute video which outlined the four major regions of the U.S. and pointed out major physical features of each region. We reviewed the regions and features as a class after the video.
Students turned in their completed table of regions and features for participation points today.
As a class, we labeled all the physical features of the U.S. that will appear on the U.S. Map Test (scheduled for next Friday).
Assignment: Label all the states (use abbreviations) and complete the States and Capitals Worksheet (list the capitals for each state). All the information needed to complete this assignment can be found on the inside back cover of the student agenda. The maps and worksheets will be checked tomorrow for points, then are the students' to keep to use to study for the map test.
Applied Math 7
Review Lesson A: Operations of Arithmetic, Parentheses, Arithmetic with Whole Numbers
We did the practice problems through #6 as a class.
Assignment: Complete Review Lesson A (p. 5-6 #7-30) - due tomorrow
We did the practice problems through #6 as a class.
Assignment: Complete Review Lesson A (p. 5-6 #7-30) - due tomorrow
Band 7 and 8
The Middle School Band Handbook was handed out in class yesterday. Although we went through some of the major points, students are to take their handbooks home and share them with their parents/guardians. The last page is a yellow copy of the handbook form. This form needs to be signed by students and parents/guardians and returned to Miss Becker no later than Friday, September 9th, 2009.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Science 8
Welcome back! We discussed another section of the handbook in our agenda...each hour a different section. I passed out a classroom procedure sheet and explained our class routine with the students.
Literature 8
Welcome back. Today we discussed a section of the handbook in the agenda and had an introduction to 8th grade Literature. Please cover your textbook!
Social Studies 8
Welcome Back to School!
This semester in social studies students will be learning about World Geography. Students can expect Map Tests (labeling physical features, political units, and knowing countries and capitals), Projects (both group and individual), Quizzes, Videos and study guides, and some homework.
Most assignments will be in-class assignments - rarely will there be a take-home assignment. Most of the "homework" assigned will be studying in preparation for the map tests. We will also review for map tests daily in class.
Students were made aware of grading procedures, classroom expectations, and the fact that Ms. Francoeur (the meanest teacher in the middle school) will not be giving hall passes this year. Students have been warned/encouraged to bring all their materials to class with them every day.
*7th and 8th hours also discussed that it is the student's responsibility to plan ahead for absences due to sports.
*8th hour students... remember to have your parent sign the discipline policy form and return to your 8th hour teacher as soon as possible.
Questions or concerns about 8th Grade Social Studies - please contact me at kfrancoeur@palmyra.k12.wi.us
Applied Math 7
Welcome to Middle School!
Students were introduced to classroom and behavior expectations (no hall passes from Ms. Francoeur) as well as the grading system. We reviewed what students can expect in math this year which includes an assignment every day (some will be completed in class, so not always homework), a test every five lessons, and practice with basic facts.
Questions or concerns please contact me at kfrancoeur@palmyra.k12.wi.us
Students were introduced to classroom and behavior expectations (no hall passes from Ms. Francoeur) as well as the grading system. We reviewed what students can expect in math this year which includes an assignment every day (some will be completed in class, so not always homework), a test every five lessons, and practice with basic facts.
Questions or concerns please contact me at kfrancoeur@palmyra.k12.wi.us
Applied Math 8
Welcome back!
Many students in this class already know me (Ms. Francoeur) and the classroom expectations. We discussed the differences between what was expected in 7th grade math and what will be expected in 8th grade math. Students will be encouraged to work independently, will learn to manage and use their given work time, know when to ask for help, and know what to ask when asking for help.
Students should expect homework every day and need to come to class with all their materials since Ms. Francoeur is NOT giving out hall passes.
Many students in this class already know me (Ms. Francoeur) and the classroom expectations. We discussed the differences between what was expected in 7th grade math and what will be expected in 8th grade math. Students will be encouraged to work independently, will learn to manage and use their given work time, know when to ask for help, and know what to ask when asking for help.
Students should expect homework every day and need to come to class with all their materials since Ms. Francoeur is NOT giving out hall passes.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Applied Math 7
Corrected Integer Review Packet (pink).
Order of Operations and Scientific Notation Review Packet (green).
All Late Work is due Tomorrow!
Order of Operations and Scientific Notation Review Packet (green).
All Late Work is due Tomorrow!
Applied Math 8
Corrected Percent Review Packet.
M&M Applying Percent Activity.
All Late Work is due Tomorrow.
M&M Applying Percent Activity.
All Late Work is due Tomorrow.
Social Studies 8
We are almost done watching "Pearl Harbor" and completing the study guides. We finish tomorrow.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Language Arts - 8 (6/8-6/10)
Today we will finish Bedtime Stories and have the first round of the Spelling / Definition Bee, which is just spelling. Tomorrow we will have our second round where you will be asked to spell and define the word. Remember, the words are from our last three vocabulary packets.
Tuesday is also the due date for the creative myths. You will be asked to introduce us to your God or Goddess and summarize the myth.
Wednesday we will all take an end-of-the-year Language Arts survey and hear some advice letters from current Freshmen. There will also be class time to sign yearbooks.
Tuesday is also the due date for the creative myths. You will be asked to introduce us to your God or Goddess and summarize the myth.
Wednesday we will all take an end-of-the-year Language Arts survey and hear some advice letters from current Freshmen. There will also be class time to sign yearbooks.
Applied Math 7
Corrected the Blue Conversion Packet from Friday.
Assignment: Complete the Pink Integer Review Packet
Late work needs to be completed and turned in.
Assignment: Complete the Pink Integer Review Packet
Late work needs to be completed and turned in.
Friday, June 5, 2009
Health 7
Numerous students still need to turn in their dating interview and Worksheet 26/27 dealing with pregnancy and child birth. The dating interview is weighted more heavily so it needs to get turned in.
We played a review game in class today.
We played a review game in class today.
Health 8
Finished up first aid in class. Test on Tuesday next week.
Assignment: Complete crossword puzzle.
Assignment: Complete crossword puzzle.
Science 8
Zoo poster work day...the students will have Monday during class to finish the poster up. All "Fact Sheets" and poster are due at the end of class on Monday!
Literature 8
Students read five different fairy tales during class completing a fact chart. This chart will be used to show similarities and differences between fairy tales.
Applied Math 7
Corrected Mixed Number Packet.
Assignment: Conversion and Percent Review Packet
Late work needs to be turned in by next Wednesday
Assignment: Conversion and Percent Review Packet
Late work needs to be turned in by next Wednesday
Applied Math 8
Corrected Rounding Packet.
Students with no late work AND in good academic standing were given the opportunity to attend the FACE restaurant simulation.
Students with late work were given time to complete and turn in their missing work.
Students with no late work AND in good academic standing were given the opportunity to attend the FACE restaurant simulation.
Students with late work were given time to complete and turn in their missing work.
Thursday, June 4, 2009
7th Grade Math
Students took quiz today. Homework: Chapter 11 test form 3. Chapter 11 test tomorrow and notes.
Literature 8
We corrected our Sadako assignment.
A fairy tale/nursery rhyme quiz was given and discussed as our introduction to Fairy Tale unit.
A fairy tale/nursery rhyme quiz was given and discussed as our introduction to Fairy Tale unit.
Applied Math 7
Students corrected the Reducing Packet from yesterday.
Assignment: Mixed Number Packet
Assignment: Mixed Number Packet
Social Studies 8
Today students returned their Social Studies books and began watching "Pearl Harbor." Students have a study guide to complete as they watch.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Science 8
Computer Lab work day. Research and type up a fact sheet for your animal. Poster work begins on Friday!
Kristine says hi!
Kristine says hi!
Literature 8
Finished reading "Sadako and the Thousand Cranes"
Questions and a cross word were assigned...due Thursday.
Questions and a cross word were assigned...due Thursday.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
7th Grade Math
Practice Test in book on page 507. Problems 1-16. Quiz on Thursday and notes and test on Friday.
Pre-Algebra
Practice test in book, page 595. Problems 1-25. Quiz on Thursday and test and notes on Friday.
Science 8
Animal research began...tomorrow is the last research day. Posters will begin on Thursday.
Social Studies 8
We reviewed for tomorrow's test on WWII, then discussed the article on the Atomic Bombs.
Assignment: Complete the atomic bomb essay and study for your test. Bring in video permission slips!
Assignment: Complete the atomic bomb essay and study for your test. Bring in video permission slips!
Monday, June 1, 2009
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