Thursday, December 10, 2009

Thursday, December 10

Science: Today we went over the review in preparation for tomorrow's test. 2nd & 4th hours labs have been returned and their lab re-do's are due on Monday, December 14.

Geometry: Practice test. Chapter 5 test is Monday.

Algebra: Students checked 4.7 and we took a timed test. Afterward, I explained the Equations of Attack activity that they will do tomorrow. Chapter 4 Test is on Tuesday, December 14th. Students must do Chapter Test 4 in book for practice (ALL problems). No homework tomorrow (Friday) except for studying over the weekend.

Algebra 2: Today we finished our discussion on 6.2. Students have 6.2 homework.

Pre Algebra: Students must do 4.1 and 4.2 homework tonight. They will have ½ the class period tomorrow to work. This homework is due on Monday. Please see attached assignment sheet.

Course 3: Baker-Today students presented their recipe posters. Afterward, those who chose to do extra credit shared their recipes with the class. No homework. Chapter 5 Test on Wednesday, December 16th. Austin- We went over homework and finished notes on 5.6, adding and subtracting decimals. We did more practice in class. No homework.

LA - Catch up day. Students read the Pigman through ch 6 on their own. They had to define and write a sentence for the following vocabulary words. Ch 5- demented, patron, subsidize, disdain. Ch 6 - terminal, omens, antagonistic, nocturnal, secrete, primate. Students also had to answer the following questions: How has being John's friend seemed to help Lorraine? How might it have harmed her? What would you advise Lorraine if she asked if she should become further involved with John? Give reasons for your advice. There will be a quiz on the "Pigman" Ch5 -6 Mon. Dec 14th. HW - definitions and comprehension questions.

Journalism - working on news features. Discussing "Best Schools in Michigan" homework. HW - none.