Permission slips for the 8th grade trip are due on Thursday, March 31!
Science: Students finished presenting alarm circuits and worked on the test review. Review is due on Thursday (4th & 6th hour will have time tomorrow to work on the review). Electricity test is Friday, March 25.
Geometry: 10.3 Notes (chords in circles) in class, 10.3 worksheet is homework. 10.1-10.4 quiz on Thursday, March 24 & chapter 10 test Thursday March 31.
Pre-Algebra: We went over lesson 6.5, similar figures. Homework-worksheet 6.5, # 1-4,8-10.
Technology - Family Budget due date update! Due to the limited time we have in class with High School Scheduling...the due date for the Investigate section (print evidence of the research done, spreadsheet, and bibliography) has been extended to the week of April 11th (after break).
LA - students typed their final drafts. The paper is due either Thurs. 3/24 or Fri 3/25. Student's also took their A.R. novel quiz on The Outsiders. The last day to take the quiz is 3/31. HW - Hours 2,4,6 dress as a soc (preppy) or a greaser for extra credit as we will be watching the Outsiders movie tomorrow. :-) 3rd hour will be doing the same thing on 3/28
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
Monday, March 21 (D-Day)
Science: Presented alarm projects, there are so many wonderful and creative circuits! We will spend the remainder of the week reviewing for Friday's test on the electricity unit.
Geometry: 10.2 notes (circle measurements). 10.2 worksheet is homework. 10.1-10.4 quiz on Thursday, March 24. Chapter 4 test will be Thursday, March 31. If students will be absent on Thursday they should take the test before spring break!
Pre-Algebra: We did a review today. No homework.
Art 7/8: "Round Robin Picasso" continued.
Advanced Art: Students have completed collages. They had the choice of red, blue, green, or purple paint. They are now mixing tints and shades of their chosen color to create a "monochromatic" painting!
Technology: Mrs. Weiss joined us today to introduce the new scheduling system for the High School. Tonight is the parent meeting at the High School at 7:00 pm. Next "D" day (Tuesday, March 28th) we will be logging in to the Student system and scheduling your students for their entrance into Berkley High! The due date for the "Investigate" portion of the Family Budget Project was set for next week...with March Miracles and High School Scheduling the due date will now be the week we return from Break (April 11th-17th).
Algebra: Passed back Chapter 8 tests and discussed. Started chapter 9. Homework: finish problems from the notes
Social Studies: Students discussed 12.1 guided notes and worked on 12.2 section assessment in class. Homework is to complete 12.2 section assessment. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
LA - Students worked on their literary essay. The final draft is due either Thursday 3/24 or Friday 3/25. Please remember that students can dress up as a soc (preppy) or a greaser on Wed 3/23 (hours 2,4,6) to celebrate "The Outsiders." 3rd hour will watch the movie on 3/28 and they should dress up as well.
HW - working on their papers. A.R. quizzes can be taken from home on the Outsiders quiz or they can take it in school but it is due by 3/31.
Geometry: 10.2 notes (circle measurements). 10.2 worksheet is homework. 10.1-10.4 quiz on Thursday, March 24. Chapter 4 test will be Thursday, March 31. If students will be absent on Thursday they should take the test before spring break!
Pre-Algebra: We did a review today. No homework.
Art 7/8: "Round Robin Picasso" continued.
Advanced Art: Students have completed collages. They had the choice of red, blue, green, or purple paint. They are now mixing tints and shades of their chosen color to create a "monochromatic" painting!
Technology: Mrs. Weiss joined us today to introduce the new scheduling system for the High School. Tonight is the parent meeting at the High School at 7:00 pm. Next "D" day (Tuesday, March 28th) we will be logging in to the Student system and scheduling your students for their entrance into Berkley High! The due date for the "Investigate" portion of the Family Budget Project was set for next week...with March Miracles and High School Scheduling the due date will now be the week we return from Break (April 11th-17th).
Algebra: Passed back Chapter 8 tests and discussed. Started chapter 9. Homework: finish problems from the notes
Social Studies: Students discussed 12.1 guided notes and worked on 12.2 section assessment in class. Homework is to complete 12.2 section assessment. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
LA - Students worked on their literary essay. The final draft is due either Thursday 3/24 or Friday 3/25. Please remember that students can dress up as a soc (preppy) or a greaser on Wed 3/23 (hours 2,4,6) to celebrate "The Outsiders." 3rd hour will watch the movie on 3/28 and they should dress up as well.
HW - working on their papers. A.R. quizzes can be taken from home on the Outsiders quiz or they can take it in school but it is due by 3/31.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Friday, March 18 (C-Day)
Science: Played Eletricity Jeapordy and students worked on their projects and/or the review for the electricity test. "What is Safe" project due Monday, March 21. Unit 4 (Electricity) test on Friday, March 25.
LA - I only met with 3rd hour today and they worked on their literary essays. We will be working and completing them this week. Due on 3/31 or 4/1. HW - working on papers.
Pre-Algebra: We finished lesson 6.4, (similar and congruent figures). Homework-worksheet 6.4, # 1 - 10. We also had a "march madness" speed tournament. Way to go Boris!!
Social Studies: Students checked a quiz, shared current events and discussed westward expansion in class. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Spanish 8 test on Tuesday, march 22nd. Study guides are in the red folder outside the Spanish room, and on my blog sraroth.blogspot.com
LA - I only met with 3rd hour today and they worked on their literary essays. We will be working and completing them this week. Due on 3/31 or 4/1. HW - working on papers.
Pre-Algebra: We finished lesson 6.4, (similar and congruent figures). Homework-worksheet 6.4, # 1 - 10. We also had a "march madness" speed tournament. Way to go Boris!!
Social Studies: Students checked a quiz, shared current events and discussed westward expansion in class. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Spanish 8 test on Tuesday, march 22nd. Study guides are in the red folder outside the Spanish room, and on my blog sraroth.blogspot.com
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Thursday, March 16 (B-Day, 1/2 Day)
Science: 1st hour worked on their "What is Safe" project, due Monday!
Geometry: 10.1 notes, 10.1 worksheet is homework. Chapter 10 test is scheduled for Thursday, March 31.
Social Studies: Students received project grades, corrected quizzes and discussed current event topics in class. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Algebra: 5th hour test tomorrow!! I have attached the reviews (Stations & Practice Test).
Geometry: 10.1 notes, 10.1 worksheet is homework. Chapter 10 test is scheduled for Thursday, March 31.
Social Studies: Students received project grades, corrected quizzes and discussed current event topics in class. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Algebra: 5th hour test tomorrow!! I have attached the reviews (Stations & Practice Test).
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Wednesday, March 16
Science: Watched Bill Nye "Static Electricity" and discussed fuses & circuit breakers. "What is Safe?" projects & paper due Monday, March 21. Unit 4-Electricity test on Friday, March 25.
Geometry: Took the chapter 9 Quest. 10.1 notes are homework. We are hoping to finish chapter 10 before spring break and having the test Thursday, March 31.
Spanish 8 students: Go to my blog to find the study guide, since some of you will not have class on B day this week, since it is a half day. Your chapter test is next week on E day (March 22nd).
Pre-Algebra: We went over solving proportions with a variable, (lesson 6.3). Homework-worksheet 6.3, # 2-20, 25, 27.
Social Studies: Students finished presenting projects and shared current events in class. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Algebra: 2nd and 4th hour took test. 5th hour reviewed, test on Friday. I have attached the 2 review packets (practice test and review stations) we did in class.
LA - students worked on their literary analysis papers and some took their A.R. quiz on "The Outsiders." HW - Finishing their paper.
Geometry: Took the chapter 9 Quest. 10.1 notes are homework. We are hoping to finish chapter 10 before spring break and having the test Thursday, March 31.
Spanish 8 students: Go to my blog to find the study guide, since some of you will not have class on B day this week, since it is a half day. Your chapter test is next week on E day (March 22nd).
Pre-Algebra: We went over solving proportions with a variable, (lesson 6.3). Homework-worksheet 6.3, # 2-20, 25, 27.
Social Studies: Students finished presenting projects and shared current events in class. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Algebra: 2nd and 4th hour took test. 5th hour reviewed, test on Friday. I have attached the 2 review packets (practice test and review stations) we did in class.
LA - students worked on their literary analysis papers and some took their A.R. quiz on "The Outsiders." HW - Finishing their paper.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Tuesday, March 5 (F-Day)
Science: Completed notes using the Jigsaw method and did investigation 15-A (Static Electricity). What is Safe project & paper due Monday, March 21 (see yesterday's post for the rubric and project planner).
Geometry: Completed and went over the chapter 9 practice quest in class. Chapter 9 review sections 9.2, 9.3, 9.6 & 9.7 are homework. Chapter 9 Quest is tomorrow.
Social Studies: Students shared presentations and current events in class. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Algebra: 2nd and 4th hour - test tomorrow, 5th hour - test Friday. I have attached the review that we did in class today. Answers are there as well. Happy Studying!!
LA - Students worked on typing up their literary essay rough draft. They will be working on their papers for the rest of the week. Their novel "The Outsiders" should be completed. HW - working on their papers.
Geometry: Completed and went over the chapter 9 practice quest in class. Chapter 9 review sections 9.2, 9.3, 9.6 & 9.7 are homework. Chapter 9 Quest is tomorrow.
Social Studies: Students shared presentations and current events in class. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Algebra: 2nd and 4th hour - test tomorrow, 5th hour - test Friday. I have attached the review that we did in class today. Answers are there as well. Happy Studying!!
LA - Students worked on typing up their literary essay rough draft. They will be working on their papers for the rest of the week. Their novel "The Outsiders" should be completed. HW - working on their papers.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Monday, March 14 (E-Day)
Science: Worked on "What is Safe?" paper in class today. This is the last day that we will be working on the project in class, although students are encouraged to bring their circuits in if help is needed. Final projects and paper are due on Monday, March 21. Click for rubric and lab planner.
Geometry: 9.7 notes (dilations and compositions) completed in class. 9.7 worksheet is homework. Chapter 9 "Quest" on Wednesday, March 16.
LA - Students were supposed to be done with their rough drafts so they can peer edit today. We also went over Ch 9 and 10 in the "Outsiders." HW - Finish the "Outsiders" (hours 2,4,6 -3/15) (hour 3 - 3/16). Literary essays are due 3/17 or 3/18. Students will have access to computers to type in class all week. Don't forget that conferences are this week 3/16 in the evening and 3/17 afternoon and evening. I look forward to seeing you there.
Pre-Algebra: We went over lessons 6.1 on rates and ratios. Homework-worksheet 6.1, #1-9,12-23.
Social Studies: Students finished presentations in class today. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Art 7/8: Students continue coloring their "Round Robin Picasso."
Advanced Art grade 8: Day 5 of weekly still life drawing. Drawings will be checked today. Students will continue cutting chair drawings apart and begin their collage.
Algebra: We finished chapter 8!!! Our test will be on Wednesday (2nd and 4th hours) and Friday (5th hour) and it is covering a ton of material. I have attached the practice test they received in class. Students should be studying their notes and flashcards. I am available before school and at lunchtime for extra help.
Spanish I test tomorrow. Spanish 8 test next E day
Geometry: 9.7 notes (dilations and compositions) completed in class. 9.7 worksheet is homework. Chapter 9 "Quest" on Wednesday, March 16.
LA - Students were supposed to be done with their rough drafts so they can peer edit today. We also went over Ch 9 and 10 in the "Outsiders." HW - Finish the "Outsiders" (hours 2,4,6 -3/15) (hour 3 - 3/16). Literary essays are due 3/17 or 3/18. Students will have access to computers to type in class all week. Don't forget that conferences are this week 3/16 in the evening and 3/17 afternoon and evening. I look forward to seeing you there.
Pre-Algebra: We went over lessons 6.1 on rates and ratios. Homework-worksheet 6.1, #1-9,12-23.
Social Studies: Students finished presentations in class today. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Art 7/8: Students continue coloring their "Round Robin Picasso."
Advanced Art grade 8: Day 5 of weekly still life drawing. Drawings will be checked today. Students will continue cutting chair drawings apart and begin their collage.
Algebra: We finished chapter 8!!! Our test will be on Wednesday (2nd and 4th hours) and Friday (5th hour) and it is covering a ton of material. I have attached the practice test they received in class. Students should be studying their notes and flashcards. I am available before school and at lunchtime for extra help.
Spanish I test tomorrow. Spanish 8 test next E day
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