Course 3: We are still working on multi-step equations. Homework is worksheet 6.2,
#10-12, and 13 - 27 odds. 5th hour-Homework is worksheet 6.2, 1-9.
Pre-Algebra: We have our Chapter 4 test tomorrow. We reviewed in class. Homework: Practice test.
Algebra: We worked on finding the equation for a line given two points. Homework p. 296 (4-44 multiples of 4)
Geometry: Worked on the chapter 6 practice test after going over the 6.7 homework. Chapter 6 test is Friday.
Science: Took the Unit 2 Test, labs will be returned tomorrow and students will have time in class to work on corrections.
Humanities: Students checked 6.1 guided reading, discussed 6.2 and worked on 6.1/6.2
time line in which they chronicle the events leading to the Revolutionary
War. Homework is to finish the time line.
ELA - Students reviewed each
other's Extended Example Paragraphs from last night (those who did not complete
this homework worked on it in the hall and then were requested to come at lunch
to see the lesson taught while they were doing their homework). They marked up
each other's paragraphs indicating when they found each of the 5 components and
if any were missing they conferenced to help their partner include all important
components. We then moved on to Day 8 - Connected Example Paragraphs. We
discussed Transitions and reviewed an example of an Extended Example Paragraph,
we will write these tomorrow in class no Writer's Workshop Homework tonight
:) Homework: READ! Writer's Journal
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Spanish I: Study for the vocab quiz on 2.1 (part 2) on Friday, January 4th.
Art 8: 1st hr: Monochromatic Collage Poems have been completed and will be displayed.
Students have now moved onto a monochromatic stained glass painting.
Art 7/8: Hrs 5 & 6 Crowded Elevator drawings have been completed. We are now studying the sculptor Louise Nevelson. Students viewed a video
about the sculptor. Each student will complete a Louise Nevelson inspired
assemblage. Students have painted their base piece and are now picking their
assemblage pieces.
Advanced Art 8: Students have now completed 7 still life drawings. We continue to work on
our mixed media fruit still life. Pasta still life ebony drawings are displayed
in the front hallway showcase!
