Science: Took the unit 1 test. 7th hour & 1/2 of 5th hour got their labs back today and their re-do's are due Monday, November 2.
Geometry: Went over 3.6 notes in class, 3.6 worksheet is homework. Chapter 3 test is Wednesday, November 4.
Algebra: Test moved until Monday, Nov. 2nd. Homework: Ch. 3 Review 3.1-3.4 Pg. 192-194 #7-37 odds, Pg. 197 1-17 odds, Ch. 6 Review 6.1-6.4 Pg.415-417 #5-23 odds, Pg. 419 #1-19 odds and 32. Show all work, you may use a calculator. It is homework if you do not finish in class.
Algebra 2: 4.6 homework as assigned on assignment log. Remember to refer back to notes on complex numbers while doing your homework.
Course 3: Baker-Took notes on the coordinate plane. Homework is 2.8 on assignment sheet. Students have Ch. 2 Test on Thursday, Nov. 5th. Austin- We started notes on lesson 2.8. No homework
Pre Algebra: Students took notes on numbers with decimal operations. Homework is 2.7 assigned on Assignment log. Ch. 2 Test on Thursday, Nov. 5th.
LA - Journal #3 Write about a time when you were new at something and felt a bit nervous about doing it. Why? Finished Jackie Robinson discussion. Started reading about Harriet Tubman. Returned and reviewed poetry quizzes. No homework - unless they did not finish their daily journals.
Journalism - Continue with news leads. My class, discussed news leads that were in the Oakland Press. HW: none.
Humanities: Worked on note taking skills in studying the French Indian War. If students did not finish the notes on section 5.3, they are to finish it at home.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Wednesday, October 28
Science: Today we went over the chapter review in class. Test is tomorrow!
Geometry: Took the 3.1-3.4 quiz. 3.6 notes for homework. Chapter 3 test will be Wednesday, November 4.
Algebra: We reviewed compound inequailities and prepared for the Ch. 3/6 test on Friday.
Algebra 2: Reviewed our Ch. 4 Test Part I and then started 4.5 Solving Quadratic Equations by finding square roots.
Course 3: (Baker) Today we had a partner quiz on Distributive property. Ch. 2 test is scheduled for next week Thursday. (Austin) We finished taking notes on the distributive property. Homework-worksheet 2.7 #1-12 all, 13-27 odds.
Pre Algebra: Today we started 2.7 in class. Ch. 2 test is scheduled for next week Thursday.
Humanities: Shared current events and worked on notes for 5.3. No homework.
Spanish 1: Chapter 2 test is tomorrow. I am asking the kids to prepare for the test using a new study technique in addition to what they usually do.
Spanish 8: Start to memorize your lines from conversations from the video transcript.
LA: Journal #2: If you could replace an actor/actress in any movie and play the part yourself what movie would you choose? What part would you play? Why? Biography Unit - what is a biography,autobiography, memoir, journal, diary. Read and discussed Jackie Robinson biography excerpt. HW: finish journal
Journalism: Studying and working on more news leads. HW: write a good news lead.
8th Gr Car Tech is presenting their Family Budget Projects and will end next Thursday.
8th Gr Int Tech is beginning work on Webquests on a topic they are studying in SS...
Geometry: Took the 3.1-3.4 quiz. 3.6 notes for homework. Chapter 3 test will be Wednesday, November 4.
Algebra: We reviewed compound inequailities and prepared for the Ch. 3/6 test on Friday.
Algebra 2: Reviewed our Ch. 4 Test Part I and then started 4.5 Solving Quadratic Equations by finding square roots.
Course 3: (Baker) Today we had a partner quiz on Distributive property. Ch. 2 test is scheduled for next week Thursday. (Austin) We finished taking notes on the distributive property. Homework-worksheet 2.7 #1-12 all, 13-27 odds.
Pre Algebra: Today we started 2.7 in class. Ch. 2 test is scheduled for next week Thursday.
Humanities: Shared current events and worked on notes for 5.3. No homework.
Spanish 1: Chapter 2 test is tomorrow. I am asking the kids to prepare for the test using a new study technique in addition to what they usually do.
Spanish 8: Start to memorize your lines from conversations from the video transcript.
LA: Journal #2: If you could replace an actor/actress in any movie and play the part yourself what movie would you choose? What part would you play? Why? Biography Unit - what is a biography,autobiography, memoir, journal, diary. Read and discussed Jackie Robinson biography excerpt. HW: finish journal
Journalism: Studying and working on more news leads. HW: write a good news lead.
8th Gr Car Tech is presenting their Family Budget Projects and will end next Thursday.
8th Gr Int Tech is beginning work on Webquests on a topic they are studying in SS...
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Tuesday, October 27
Science: Today we played a jeopardy review game in class. Unit 1 review is due tomorrow. The directions for this assignment can be found on yesterday's blog post. We will go over the review in class tomorrow. Unit 1 test is Thursday.
Geometry: 3.5 notes (equations of lines and graphing lines). 3.5 worksheet is homework. 3.1-3.4 quiz tomorrow. Chapter 3 test Wednesday, November 5.
Algebra: Students will complete 6.4 today and work on the homework involving compound inequalities. Students must pay attention to the difference between AND or OR problems.
Pre Algebra: We reviewed one step equations with addition and subtraction. Students then completed one step equations with multiplication and division (2.6/2.7). Students have 2.6 homework to do today.
Course 3: We continued the conversation on distributive property and students completed the rest of the homework assignment in class. No homework.
Algebra 2: No homework, took Ch. 4 Part I test today.
Language Arts: Students took the poetry quiz. New journals: #1 - Write a description of your personality from a good friends point of view. HW: none
Journalism - See yesterday's post. HW: none
Geometry: 3.5 notes (equations of lines and graphing lines). 3.5 worksheet is homework. 3.1-3.4 quiz tomorrow. Chapter 3 test Wednesday, November 5.
Algebra: Students will complete 6.4 today and work on the homework involving compound inequalities. Students must pay attention to the difference between AND or OR problems.
Pre Algebra: We reviewed one step equations with addition and subtraction. Students then completed one step equations with multiplication and division (2.6/2.7). Students have 2.6 homework to do today.
Course 3: We continued the conversation on distributive property and students completed the rest of the homework assignment in class. No homework.
Algebra 2: No homework, took Ch. 4 Part I test today.
Language Arts: Students took the poetry quiz. New journals: #1 - Write a description of your personality from a good friends point of view. HW: none
Journalism - See yesterday's post. HW: none
Monday, October 26, 2009
Monday, October 26
Science: Today we started working on review for the unit 1 test. The review is due on Wednesday, test is Thursday. Review must have complete sentences or problem solving boxes.
-Pg. 24-26: Vocabulary (#7-13), Reviewing Concepts (#8, 10, 11, 12, 15, 20, 21, 22, 24, & 25), Solving Problems (#4-11 & 13).
-Pg. 56: # 11 & 13
Geometry: 3.4 Notes (slopes of parallel & perpendicular lines). 3.4 worksheet is homework, 3.1-3.4 quiz on Wednesday.
Algebra: Today we started solving compound inequalities by doing an activity in class. Students worked in groups and presented to class. No homework for tonight.
Algebra 2: Chapter 4 test tomorrow 4.1-4.4 and 5.4. Today we reviewed in class by playing a review game.
Course 3: Today we learned distributive property by doing an exploration activity with area. Students are required to do 2.7 homework.
Pre Algebra: Today we learned about one step equations. Students were required to complete exit pass and had a lot of time to complete homework in class.
Language Arts: Students handed in their poetry booklets and recited their poems from memory. These are both project grades. HW: study for the poetry quiz which is Tuesday.
Journalism: Today we learned about how to write a good news lead. HW: none]
Humanities: Mr. L hopes to be back tomorrow. 5.2 section assessment due Tuesday. Current event due Wednesday.
Spanish 1: Please remember there is a vocab test tomorrow and a chapter test on Thursday.
Spanish 8: Group 1: Please do p. 31 and 32, actividades 1 and 2. Group 2: Please do p. 36 and 37, actividades 7 and 8.
-Pg. 24-26: Vocabulary (#7-13), Reviewing Concepts (#8, 10, 11, 12, 15, 20, 21, 22, 24, & 25), Solving Problems (#4-11 & 13).
-Pg. 56: # 11 & 13
Geometry: 3.4 Notes (slopes of parallel & perpendicular lines). 3.4 worksheet is homework, 3.1-3.4 quiz on Wednesday.
Algebra: Today we started solving compound inequalities by doing an activity in class. Students worked in groups and presented to class. No homework for tonight.
Algebra 2: Chapter 4 test tomorrow 4.1-4.4 and 5.4. Today we reviewed in class by playing a review game.
Course 3: Today we learned distributive property by doing an exploration activity with area. Students are required to do 2.7 homework.
Pre Algebra: Today we learned about one step equations. Students were required to complete exit pass and had a lot of time to complete homework in class.
Language Arts: Students handed in their poetry booklets and recited their poems from memory. These are both project grades. HW: study for the poetry quiz which is Tuesday.
Journalism: Today we learned about how to write a good news lead. HW: none]
Humanities: Mr. L hopes to be back tomorrow. 5.2 section assessment due Tuesday. Current event due Wednesday.
Spanish 1: Please remember there is a vocab test tomorrow and a chapter test on Thursday.
Spanish 8: Group 1: Please do p. 31 and 32, actividades 1 and 2. Group 2: Please do p. 36 and 37, actividades 7 and 8.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Wednesday, October 21
* Tomorrow is the last day of MEAP. 8th graders will take the science MEAP.
* It is a 1/2 day tomorrow and there is no school on Friday.
* Conferences Wednesday evening, Thursday afternoon & evening.
Science: Today student's did a peer review with the rough drafts of their "How Fast Am I?" labs. Final drafts are due on Monday. Unit 1 Test is Thursday, October 29. Study guides for the test were passed out today and we will begin reviewing on Monday.
Geometry: 3.3 notes in class (proving lines parallel), 3.3 worksheet is homework. 3.1-3.4 quiz on Wednesday, October. 28.
Algebra: We went over solving equations and inequalities with variables on both sides. Students explored the differences and similarities between equations and inequalities by graphing their answers on a number line. Ch. 3.4 is homework for students as listed on their assignment log.
Algebra 2: Students reviewed for the chapter 4 test on Tuesday, Oct. 27th. It is very important that students know how to write, solve and graph polynomials in standard form, intercept form, and vertex form. Students must also be familiar with the rules for factoring quadratics and polynomials with degrees greater than 2. Students have to do the even problems in the extra practice section for homework (study 4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4, 5.4 and 4.10)
Pre Algebra: We reviewed Ch. 2 section 4 and went over all homework and grades. Students must review distributive property. All missing work is due on tomorrow at the end of the half day.
Course 3: Students must turn in 2.1-2.5 take home quiz. Today we are going to explore number properties to evaluate expressions. Students were given a sheet with all properties listed on it for their ease and to refer back to during homework. Also, it is very important for students to practice problems on www.classzone.com. Please refer to my website on www.berkleyschools.org for more information. Students have 2.6 homework.
LA - We correct the grammar homework (fragments/run-on sentences) and I collected it.
We reviewed for the poetry quiz on Tuesday Oct. 27th. HW: studying for the quiz on Tuesday. Finishing their booklet which is due Monday 10/26 and memorizing their poems also due 10/26.
Journalism - Students gathered background information on Al Taubman and came up with interview questions regarding their findings. This will be used when he comes in to speak to our class.
Humanities: No homework, enjoy the long weekend!
Spanish 1: Please do the U1E2 review sheet for Monday. We will have the vocab test on Tuesday and the chapter exam on Thursday of next week.
* It is a 1/2 day tomorrow and there is no school on Friday.
* Conferences Wednesday evening, Thursday afternoon & evening.
Science: Today student's did a peer review with the rough drafts of their "How Fast Am I?" labs. Final drafts are due on Monday. Unit 1 Test is Thursday, October 29. Study guides for the test were passed out today and we will begin reviewing on Monday.
Geometry: 3.3 notes in class (proving lines parallel), 3.3 worksheet is homework. 3.1-3.4 quiz on Wednesday, October. 28.
Algebra: We went over solving equations and inequalities with variables on both sides. Students explored the differences and similarities between equations and inequalities by graphing their answers on a number line. Ch. 3.4 is homework for students as listed on their assignment log.
Algebra 2: Students reviewed for the chapter 4 test on Tuesday, Oct. 27th. It is very important that students know how to write, solve and graph polynomials in standard form, intercept form, and vertex form. Students must also be familiar with the rules for factoring quadratics and polynomials with degrees greater than 2. Students have to do the even problems in the extra practice section for homework (study 4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4, 5.4 and 4.10)
Pre Algebra: We reviewed Ch. 2 section 4 and went over all homework and grades. Students must review distributive property. All missing work is due on tomorrow at the end of the half day.
Course 3: Students must turn in 2.1-2.5 take home quiz. Today we are going to explore number properties to evaluate expressions. Students were given a sheet with all properties listed on it for their ease and to refer back to during homework. Also, it is very important for students to practice problems on www.classzone.com. Please refer to my website on www.berkleyschools.org for more information. Students have 2.6 homework.
LA - We correct the grammar homework (fragments/run-on sentences) and I collected it.
We reviewed for the poetry quiz on Tuesday Oct. 27th. HW: studying for the quiz on Tuesday. Finishing their booklet which is due Monday 10/26 and memorizing their poems also due 10/26.
Journalism - Students gathered background information on Al Taubman and came up with interview questions regarding their findings. This will be used when he comes in to speak to our class.
Humanities: No homework, enjoy the long weekend!
Spanish 1: Please do the U1E2 review sheet for Monday. We will have the vocab test on Tuesday and the chapter exam on Thursday of next week.
Spanish 8: We took a diagnostic test today based on the text. On Monday we'll start to work in smaller groups based on the results. There is no homework over the weekend.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Tuesday, October 20
Students took the Math MEAP today and had a speed schedule in the afternoon.
Science: "How Fast Am I?" rough draft. Peer review is tomorrow, final lab write up due Monday, October 26. Unit 1 test is Thursday, October 29.
Geometry: 3.2 notes in class. 3.2 worksheet is homework.
Algebra: Today in class we went over 6.2 solving inequalities. For more information about solving inequalities and a practice game to play please refer to http://www.math-play.com/Inequality-Game.html.
Pre Algebra: Passed back Quiz 2.1-2.3. Students who received a grade below 80% are required to get a parent signature due tomorrow with their quiz corrections. All students must do quiz corrections on a separate sheet of paper and turn it in tomorrow, Oct. 21st.
Algebra 2: We reviewed factoring polynomials and continued our discussion on quadratic equations. We have our first Ch. 4 Test on Oct. 27th covering 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 5.4 and 4.10.
Course 3: Today we corrected homework on dividing integers. Students took an in class quiz on 2.1-2.5. No homework for tonight.
Language Arts: Worked on the grammar packet = run-ons/fragment sentences. Students also had time to work on their poetry books and recitations. HW: grammar packet is due tomorrow and they should be working on their projects.
Journalism: Students took at quiz on writing and technology. HW: none.
Humanities: 5.1 section assessment due Wednesday. Current event due Wednesday.
Science: "How Fast Am I?" rough draft. Peer review is tomorrow, final lab write up due Monday, October 26. Unit 1 test is Thursday, October 29.
Geometry: 3.2 notes in class. 3.2 worksheet is homework.
Algebra: Today in class we went over 6.2 solving inequalities. For more information about solving inequalities and a practice game to play please refer to http://www.math-play.com/Inequality-Game.html.
Pre Algebra: Passed back Quiz 2.1-2.3. Students who received a grade below 80% are required to get a parent signature due tomorrow with their quiz corrections. All students must do quiz corrections on a separate sheet of paper and turn it in tomorrow, Oct. 21st.
Algebra 2: We reviewed factoring polynomials and continued our discussion on quadratic equations. We have our first Ch. 4 Test on Oct. 27th covering 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 5.4 and 4.10.
Course 3: Today we corrected homework on dividing integers. Students took an in class quiz on 2.1-2.5. No homework for tonight.
Language Arts: Worked on the grammar packet = run-ons/fragment sentences. Students also had time to work on their poetry books and recitations. HW: grammar packet is due tomorrow and they should be working on their projects.
Journalism: Students took at quiz on writing and technology. HW: none.
Humanities: 5.1 section assessment due Wednesday. Current event due Wednesday.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Monday, October 19
Science: Worked on the conclusion & critique/reflection sections of the "How fast Am I?" lab. Rough drafts for peer review are due on Wednesday and final drafts are due Monday, October 26.
Geometry: 3.1 Notes in class, 3.1 worksheet for homework.
Algebra: 6.2 Homework.
Algebra 2: 4.10 Homework and reviewed 5.4 factoring polynomials
Pre Algebra: 2.4 Notes and homework
Course 3: WWDT - Made foldable study guide to help students remember rules for dividing, multiplying, adding and subtracting integers. 2.5 Notes and homework. Quiz on Wednesday.
Humanities: Chapter 4 quiz was taken in class today. Students should finish reading chapter 5.1 for tomorrow.
Language Arts: I handed back their daily journals. We continued with our poetry unit reading aloud and analyzing the components. HW: Students should be working on their poetry list as well as memorizing their poem.
Journalism - Students worked on editing an audio interview by using the "acid" editing technology on the computers. HW: none.
Spanish 1: Please do the homework about accents for tomorrow and prepare to describe either Student A or B ftom ¿Qué llevan? for Wednesday.
Spanish 8: Please review the vocabulary from pp 21, 51 and 77 for a diagnostic test on Wednesday. We're going to break into smaller groups next week.
Geometry: 3.1 Notes in class, 3.1 worksheet for homework.
Algebra: 6.2 Homework.
Algebra 2: 4.10 Homework and reviewed 5.4 factoring polynomials
Pre Algebra: 2.4 Notes and homework
Course 3: WWDT - Made foldable study guide to help students remember rules for dividing, multiplying, adding and subtracting integers. 2.5 Notes and homework. Quiz on Wednesday.
Humanities: Chapter 4 quiz was taken in class today. Students should finish reading chapter 5.1 for tomorrow.
Language Arts: I handed back their daily journals. We continued with our poetry unit reading aloud and analyzing the components. HW: Students should be working on their poetry list as well as memorizing their poem.
Journalism - Students worked on editing an audio interview by using the "acid" editing technology on the computers. HW: none.
Spanish 1: Please do the homework about accents for tomorrow and prepare to describe either Student A or B ftom ¿Qué llevan? for Wednesday.
Spanish 8: Please review the vocabulary from pp 21, 51 and 77 for a diagnostic test on Wednesday. We're going to break into smaller groups next week.
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