Have a wonderful week off next week!
Science: Completed investigation 14-A (Voltage and current in series and parallel circuits) and worked on quiz corrections. Quiz corrections are due on Monday, February 27, click here for the quiz correction sheet.
Geometry: Investigated medians of trapezoids using Cabri Jr. on the graphing calculators. Click here for an applet to further investigate this theorem Homework is to complete the 8.5 notes. The chapter 8 test will be Friday, March 2.
Spanish I: Your 2.2 unit test will be on Wednesday, February 29th. Your 2.2 vocab quiz will need to be taken any day from Monday, February 26th-Friday, march 2nd. Take home all your study packets to be ready for these assessments.
ELA: Students took their TKM chapters 10-15 quiz. We then had time to work on our Persuasive Research papers. Students should have 12-20 note cards with facts about their topic. When we return we will be formulating a thesis statement and organizing our facts into an outline.
Tech (Kennedy): We had a scare with Moodle not working....but we got it back :) Module 1 Part 2 should be complete by the time we return from break.
Humanities: Students reviewed chapter 11, corrected tests and shared current events in class. No homework. Have a wonderful break.
Algebra (Graham): Classwork was front side of a worksheet simplifying exponents. If the work wasn't finished in class, then it is homework. Have a great break!
Technology (Graham): Lesson projects are due March 2. Have a great break!
Friday, February 17, 2012
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Thursday, February 16
Science: Today we worked on investigation 14-A (building series and parallel circuits and measuring current and voltage in these circuits). Quizzes will be returned tomorrow. No homework.
Geometry: Went over the 8.4 worksheet and took the 8.1-8.4 quiz. Homework is to complete the 8.5 notes.
ELA: Students discussed TKM chapters 13-15 and completed their packets. I then allowed them time to study their vocabulary words for tomorrow as the quiz is for Chapters 10-15.
Tech (Kennedy): Students continued on in Module 1 Part 2. After reading articles and viewing more videos they commented on safety concerns related to internet use.
Pre-Algebra: We worked on adding and subtracting fractions with different denominators. Homework is worksheet 5.3, # 1-23 odds.
Spanish I: Study your written answers and your questions for the 2.2 test.
Algebra (Graham): Homework p. 515 (3-48 multiples of 3)
Technology (Graham): Moodle: Module 1 Globalization questions are due tomorrow.
Geometry: Went over the 8.4 worksheet and took the 8.1-8.4 quiz. Homework is to complete the 8.5 notes.
ELA: Students discussed TKM chapters 13-15 and completed their packets. I then allowed them time to study their vocabulary words for tomorrow as the quiz is for Chapters 10-15.
Tech (Kennedy): Students continued on in Module 1 Part 2. After reading articles and viewing more videos they commented on safety concerns related to internet use.
Pre-Algebra: We worked on adding and subtracting fractions with different denominators. Homework is worksheet 5.3, # 1-23 odds.
Spanish I: Study your written answers and your questions for the 2.2 test.
Algebra (Graham): Homework p. 515 (3-48 multiples of 3)
Technology (Graham): Moodle: Module 1 Globalization questions are due tomorrow.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Wednesday, February 15
Permission slips for the February 28th field-trip to see "Red Tails" are due on Friday to your 1st hour teacher!
Science: Took the electricity quiz, no homework. We will be building parallel and series circuits tomorrow and Friday in class.
Geometry: Went over the 8.3 worksheet and took notes on 8.4 (rhombuses, rectangles & squares). 8.4 worksheet is homework, 8.1-8.4 quiz tomorrow.
Pre-Algebra: Today we worked with adding and subtracting fractions. This should be review. Homework is worksheet 5.2, 1 - 29 odds, 60 and 31.
ELA: Students reviewed evaluating websites and using Easybib.com for their bibliography. We then concentrated on getting 12-20 facts down on note cards. We will organize them after break. Homework: Chapters 13-15 packet due tomorrow. Quiz on TKM chap 10-15 and vocabulary on Friday.
Tech (Kennedy): Module 1 Part 2 graphic organizer due today and students will begin the second assignment today, Cyber communication and examples and benefits of Internet use in school.
Spanish I: No home work today
Algebra (Graham): We finished up properties of exponents today. Homework is from section 8.3 page 506. 4th hour had problems 28-42 evens. 7th hour problems 12-42 evens.
Technology (Graham): Students are working on their "Teach a Lesson" projects (which are due March 2). I am really impressed so far. We also watched a video clip and read an article on Globalization. Answers to questions pertaining to those are due on Friday. (Article and questions can be found on Moodle, Module 1).
Science: Took the electricity quiz, no homework. We will be building parallel and series circuits tomorrow and Friday in class.
Geometry: Went over the 8.3 worksheet and took notes on 8.4 (rhombuses, rectangles & squares). 8.4 worksheet is homework, 8.1-8.4 quiz tomorrow.
Pre-Algebra: Today we worked with adding and subtracting fractions. This should be review. Homework is worksheet 5.2, 1 - 29 odds, 60 and 31.
ELA: Students reviewed evaluating websites and using Easybib.com for their bibliography. We then concentrated on getting 12-20 facts down on note cards. We will organize them after break. Homework: Chapters 13-15 packet due tomorrow. Quiz on TKM chap 10-15 and vocabulary on Friday.
Tech (Kennedy): Module 1 Part 2 graphic organizer due today and students will begin the second assignment today, Cyber communication and examples and benefits of Internet use in school.
Spanish I: No home work today
Algebra (Graham): We finished up properties of exponents today. Homework is from section 8.3 page 506. 4th hour had problems 28-42 evens. 7th hour problems 12-42 evens.
Technology (Graham): Students are working on their "Teach a Lesson" projects (which are due March 2). I am really impressed so far. We also watched a video clip and read an article on Globalization. Answers to questions pertaining to those are due on Friday. (Article and questions can be found on Moodle, Module 1).
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Tuesday, February 14
Science: Students used the jigsaw method to take notes on pages 318-320 & 323-325 (series & parallel circuits). Quiz tomorrow!
Geometry: Went over the 8.2 worksheet and completed teh 8.3 notes (proving quadrilaterals are parallelograms). 8.3 worksheet is homework. 8.1-8.4 quiz on Thursday.
Humanities: Students took chapter 10 test in class today. No homework. I will be attending a conference at Oakland Schools tomorrow. If you have any questions, I will be returning on Thursday, February 16, 2012.
Spanish I: Ex 16 and 17 pg 136. Due tomorrow
ELA: Students began making note cards for their Persuasive Research paper. The COW worked well for us and we got some great information to back up our opinions. For a good solid argument I am expecting students to have 12-20 note cards for their project. Homework: TKM Chapters 13-15 and packet due Thursday. Friday quiz is chapters 10-15 (two weeks worth of chapters and vocabulary). FYI: I am still open at lunch for students to use the listening stations, I have only had two days with students taking advantage of this opportunity.
Tech (Kennedy): Moodle assignment M1P1 Technology Essay was due today. We began reviewing basic Technology terminology and the chart for M1P2 is due tomorrow.
Algebra (Graham): We spent the hour going over 8.1 and 8.2. Our homework is 8.2 (evens). Also, I gave them a half sheet of challenge problems to do. This is tough stuff. Students are going to need to spend time on this!
Geometry: Went over the 8.2 worksheet and completed teh 8.3 notes (proving quadrilaterals are parallelograms). 8.3 worksheet is homework. 8.1-8.4 quiz on Thursday.
Humanities: Students took chapter 10 test in class today. No homework. I will be attending a conference at Oakland Schools tomorrow. If you have any questions, I will be returning on Thursday, February 16, 2012.
Spanish I: Ex 16 and 17 pg 136. Due tomorrow
ELA: Students began making note cards for their Persuasive Research paper. The COW worked well for us and we got some great information to back up our opinions. For a good solid argument I am expecting students to have 12-20 note cards for their project. Homework: TKM Chapters 13-15 and packet due Thursday. Friday quiz is chapters 10-15 (two weeks worth of chapters and vocabulary). FYI: I am still open at lunch for students to use the listening stations, I have only had two days with students taking advantage of this opportunity.
Tech (Kennedy): Moodle assignment M1P1 Technology Essay was due today. We began reviewing basic Technology terminology and the chart for M1P2 is due tomorrow.
Algebra (Graham): We spent the hour going over 8.1 and 8.2. Our homework is 8.2 (evens). Also, I gave them a half sheet of challenge problems to do. This is tough stuff. Students are going to need to spend time on this!
Monday, February 13, 2012
Monday, February 13
WEAR RED, PINK, OR PURPLE tomorrow for Valentine's Day Spirit Points.
Science: Practiced calculating Ohm's Law (Click here for more practice!) and watched on quick on video on Ohm's Law. Ohm's Law worksheet is homework. We will have a quiz on Wednesday.
Geometry: Went over the 8.2 notes (properties of parallelograms) and started discussing 8.3. Homework is 8.2 worksheet, 8.1-8.4 quiz on Thursday.
ELA: Students were given the hour to read TKM chapters 13-15 and complete the chapter section of their packet. Chapters 13-15 are due Thursday. Homework: Read and complete chapters 13-15.
Tech (Kennedy): Students were given the time to review and complete their Moodle assignment on Globalization - M1P1 - and their typing test was checked from Friday. All previous posts and assignments are due by the end of the hour.
Pre-Algebra: Students took their Chapter 4 test. No homework.
Humanities: Students worked on a study guide for the chapter 10 test tomorrow. Homework is to study for the test. Study guide with sample essay answers is attached.
Algebra (Hill): Homework: Page 498 11-33 odd
Algebra (Graham) We are working on power properties. We made flashcards today and continued with more properties from section 8.2. There is no homework tonight.
Technology (Graham): The new project was introduced today. Students are asked to create a lesson for any subject using technology. We discussed multiple-intelligences and the need to address them in this project. The project is due March 2.
Science: Practiced calculating Ohm's Law (Click here for more practice!) and watched on quick on video on Ohm's Law. Ohm's Law worksheet is homework. We will have a quiz on Wednesday.
Geometry: Went over the 8.2 notes (properties of parallelograms) and started discussing 8.3. Homework is 8.2 worksheet, 8.1-8.4 quiz on Thursday.
ELA: Students were given the hour to read TKM chapters 13-15 and complete the chapter section of their packet. Chapters 13-15 are due Thursday. Homework: Read and complete chapters 13-15.
Tech (Kennedy): Students were given the time to review and complete their Moodle assignment on Globalization - M1P1 - and their typing test was checked from Friday. All previous posts and assignments are due by the end of the hour.
Pre-Algebra: Students took their Chapter 4 test. No homework.
Humanities: Students worked on a study guide for the chapter 10 test tomorrow. Homework is to study for the test. Study guide with sample essay answers is attached.
Algebra (Hill): Homework: Page 498 11-33 odd
Algebra (Graham) We are working on power properties. We made flashcards today and continued with more properties from section 8.2. There is no homework tonight.
Technology (Graham): The new project was introduced today. Students are asked to create a lesson for any subject using technology. We discussed multiple-intelligences and the need to address them in this project. The project is due March 2.
Friday, February 10, 2012
Friday, February 10
Science: Today we completed the notes that we started yesterday and began Investigation 13-B, testing resistance and mystery resistors using Ohm's Law. No homework.
Geometry: Went over the 8.1 worksheet and learned how to construct figures using Cabri Jr. on the graphing calculators. Homework is to complete the 8.2 notes.
Humanities: Students checked 10.3 and began to work on 10.4 summaries in class. Homework is to complete 10.4 summaries. Homework folders are due Monday. Chapter 10 test is on Tuesday.
Algebra(Graham): Started chapter 8. Homework is to finish the notes. Have a great weekend.
Algebra (Hill): Finish Practice problems worksheet 8.1
ELA: Students read quietly, asked questions about yesterday's work on note taking and we did class discussion for Chapters 10-12 of TKM.
Tech (Kennedy): Students worked on their Globalization essay (at least 5 paragraphs) which is due Tuesday, 2/14
Geometry: Went over the 8.1 worksheet and learned how to construct figures using Cabri Jr. on the graphing calculators. Homework is to complete the 8.2 notes.
Humanities: Students checked 10.3 and began to work on 10.4 summaries in class. Homework is to complete 10.4 summaries. Homework folders are due Monday. Chapter 10 test is on Tuesday.
Algebra(Graham): Started chapter 8. Homework is to finish the notes. Have a great weekend.
Algebra (Hill): Finish Practice problems worksheet 8.1
ELA: Students read quietly, asked questions about yesterday's work on note taking and we did class discussion for Chapters 10-12 of TKM.
Tech (Kennedy): Students worked on their Globalization essay (at least 5 paragraphs) which is due Tuesday, 2/14
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Thursday, February 9
Science: Jigsaw notetaking on pages #306-311. No homework.
Geometry: Went over the chapter 7 test and kitchen work triangle projects. Students may correct mistakes on these projects for additional credit. We also went over the 8.1 notes (angle measures of polygons), 8.1 worksheet is homework.
ELA: Students reviewed good internet research habits and then used the COW to choose which of their topics/opinions are most viable for their Persuasive Research Papers. In other words, which of their topics of choice will have the most back-up and will be most easily researched. Homework: TKM chap 10-12 due Friday, there will be no quiz this week as I am at Oakland Schools tomorrow.
Tech (Kennedy): Students moved on to Moodle Module 1 - we watched a video packed with facts about the impact of globalization and the advances of technology. They will continue with this module reading multiple articles and watching other videos and commenting in forums on the topic of globalization. Tuesday, February 14, a paper about globalization is due...all is posted on the Moodle online classroom.
Humanities: Students checked 10.2 section assessment, were introduced to 10.3 and began to work on 10.3 guided notes in class. Homework is to complete 10.3 guided notes.
Algebra (Graham): Chapter 7 test today. Take home problem solving test (attached) due tomorrow morning! Don't forget!!
Spanish I: 1) Vocab quiz on 2.2 must be taken tomorrow if you have not yet taken it. 2) There will be a quiz on Monday on telling time. 3) Today we did exercises #12 and #13 on pg 134. This is due tomorrow.
Pre-Algebra: We started to review for our chapter 4 test. They should do the back of their chapter 4 review for homework. Test is Monday.
Geometry: Went over the chapter 7 test and kitchen work triangle projects. Students may correct mistakes on these projects for additional credit. We also went over the 8.1 notes (angle measures of polygons), 8.1 worksheet is homework.
ELA: Students reviewed good internet research habits and then used the COW to choose which of their topics/opinions are most viable for their Persuasive Research Papers. In other words, which of their topics of choice will have the most back-up and will be most easily researched. Homework: TKM chap 10-12 due Friday, there will be no quiz this week as I am at Oakland Schools tomorrow.
Tech (Kennedy): Students moved on to Moodle Module 1 - we watched a video packed with facts about the impact of globalization and the advances of technology. They will continue with this module reading multiple articles and watching other videos and commenting in forums on the topic of globalization. Tuesday, February 14, a paper about globalization is due...all is posted on the Moodle online classroom.
Humanities: Students checked 10.2 section assessment, were introduced to 10.3 and began to work on 10.3 guided notes in class. Homework is to complete 10.3 guided notes.
Algebra (Graham): Chapter 7 test today. Take home problem solving test (attached) due tomorrow morning! Don't forget!!
Spanish I: 1) Vocab quiz on 2.2 must be taken tomorrow if you have not yet taken it. 2) There will be a quiz on Monday on telling time. 3) Today we did exercises #12 and #13 on pg 134. This is due tomorrow.
Pre-Algebra: We started to review for our chapter 4 test. They should do the back of their chapter 4 review for homework. Test is Monday.
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