Science: 4th & 6th hours did Lab 10B (Energy & Efficiency). All classes have the Unit 3 Quiz tomorrow.
Geometry: Introduced the Kitchen Geometry Project and took notes on 6.3 & 6.4. Worksheet 6.3 & 6.4 (odds) are homework. Chapter 6 test is Friday, January 14.
Language Arts: Miss Klein is at a writing conference today. There is no homework.
Social Studies: Students shared current events and participated in a geography challenge in class. 8.1 guided notes due Friday. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Art 7/8: Day 2 of clay! (Except for 5th hr.) Head shapes are cut and students have started to create the face!
Advanced Art grade 8 did not meet today.
Technology: Students moved on to the next section in Module 1, Part 2 - Cyber Communication and Collaboration. Then provided Examples and Benefits of Internet Use in School - this task is due next Wednesday, January 12th.
Algebra: Discussed section 5.4. Assigned 5.4B worksheet. Ask your son or daughter, "What is the difference between slope-intercept form and standard form?"
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Wednesday, January 5 (E Day)
Student Council presents the "Got Glo?" Dance on Thursday, January 6 5:00-7:00.
Midterm Schedule (Tentative)
Science - Monday, January 31
Geometry - Monday, January 24
Algebra- Monday/Tuesday January 24 & 25
Science: Classes worked on their educational video skits. Unit 3 quiz on Friday.
Geometry: 6.2 notes (proportions to solve geometry problems), 6.2 worksheet is homework. Chapter 6 test Friday, January 14.
Social Studies: Students were introduced to chapter 8, read section 8.1 and worked on guided questions for 8.1 in class. 8.1 questions due Friday. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Algebra: We are having the best time finding the equations for lines. Ask your son or daughter, "What 2 things do you need in order to write an equation for a line?" 2nd/4th hour- homework p.296 (4-44 multiples of 4). 5th hour- worksheet 5.1/5.2
Pre-Algebra: We worked on reducing fractions with variables in them. Students did a great job. Homework-worksheet 4.3, # 18 - 23 and 3 problems from the notetaking guide.
LA - We finished presenting the cereal box projects. Everyone is doing an amazing job! HW - none
Midterm Schedule (Tentative)
Science - Monday, January 31
Geometry - Monday, January 24
Algebra- Monday/Tuesday January 24 & 25
Science: Classes worked on their educational video skits. Unit 3 quiz on Friday.
Geometry: 6.2 notes (proportions to solve geometry problems), 6.2 worksheet is homework. Chapter 6 test Friday, January 14.
Social Studies: Students were introduced to chapter 8, read section 8.1 and worked on guided questions for 8.1 in class. 8.1 questions due Friday. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Algebra: We are having the best time finding the equations for lines. Ask your son or daughter, "What 2 things do you need in order to write an equation for a line?" 2nd/4th hour- homework p.296 (4-44 multiples of 4). 5th hour- worksheet 5.1/5.2
Pre-Algebra: We worked on reducing fractions with variables in them. Students did a great job. Homework-worksheet 4.3, # 18 - 23 and 3 problems from the notetaking guide.
LA - We finished presenting the cereal box projects. Everyone is doing an amazing job! HW - none
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Tuesday, January 4 (D Day)
Student Council presents the "Got Glo?" Dance on Thursday, January 6 5:00-7:00.
Midterm Schedule (Tentative)
Science - Monday, January 31
Geometry - Monday, January 24
Algebra- Monday/Tuesday January 24 & 25
Science: 1st hour planned their science video skits and will tape thier skits tomorrow. 4-6th hours worked on the remaining notes for this unit. Unit 3 quiz on Friday. The following dates are tentative: Lab due Wednesday, January 19, Unit 3 Test Tuesday, January 25. Midterm Monday, January 31.
Geometry: 6.1 Notes (Ratios, Proportions, and the Geometric Mean). 6.1 workshet is homework. Chapter 6 test will be Friday, January 14. Midterm is planned for Monday, January 24.
Algebra: 2nd and 4th hour: Went over chapter 4 test. Grades are on Family Access. Started section 5.1-homework is out of the book p.286 (2-38 evens) . Chapter Test scheduled for Friday 1/14, Midterm scheduled for Tuesday 1/25. 5th hour: Started section 5.2-homework p.296 (4-44 multiples of 4) and a slope worksheet. Chapter Test scheduled for Thursday 1/13 , Midterm scheduled for Monday 1/24.
Art 7/8: Demonstration today on Picasso inspired clay tiles. Students will get their clay tomorrow and begin!
Advanced Art grade 8: Pastel fruit bowls were turned in yesterday. Today students will pick their subject for their next drawing. They will be using white chalk pencil on black paper.
Midterm Schedule (Tentative)
Science - Monday, January 31
Geometry - Monday, January 24
Algebra- Monday/Tuesday January 24 & 25
Science: 1st hour planned their science video skits and will tape thier skits tomorrow. 4-6th hours worked on the remaining notes for this unit. Unit 3 quiz on Friday. The following dates are tentative: Lab due Wednesday, January 19, Unit 3 Test Tuesday, January 25. Midterm Monday, January 31.
Geometry: 6.1 Notes (Ratios, Proportions, and the Geometric Mean). 6.1 workshet is homework. Chapter 6 test will be Friday, January 14. Midterm is planned for Monday, January 24.
Algebra: 2nd and 4th hour: Went over chapter 4 test. Grades are on Family Access. Started section 5.1-homework is out of the book p.286 (2-38 evens) . Chapter Test scheduled for Friday 1/14, Midterm scheduled for Tuesday 1/25. 5th hour: Started section 5.2-homework p.296 (4-44 multiples of 4) and a slope worksheet. Chapter Test scheduled for Thursday 1/13 , Midterm scheduled for Monday 1/24.
Pre-Algebra: We went over lesson 4.3. Homework-worksheet 4.3 # 1 - 15
Social Studies: Students reviewed 7.4 notes, were introduced to chapter 8 and watched a video (with notes) on the founding of a new nation. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
LA - students presented their cereal box projects. We did not get through all of them and will finish up tomorrow. So far the projects are amazing and the kids put in a lot of work!! :-) HW - finish their biography books if they did not complete it as of yet.
Technology: Students were informed of any missing work on my books. They then completed Module 1, Part 2 in their Moodle course.Art 7/8: Demonstration today on Picasso inspired clay tiles. Students will get their clay tomorrow and begin!
Advanced Art grade 8: Pastel fruit bowls were turned in yesterday. Today students will pick their subject for their next drawing. They will be using white chalk pencil on black paper.
Monday, January 3, 2011
Monday, January 3 (C-Day)
Science: 1st & 5th hours did Investigation 3B - Conservation of Energy. All classes will have a quiz on unit 3 on Friday.
Social Studies: Students discussed CNN Student News, shared current events and participated in a geography challenge in class today. Homework is to complete 7.4 guided notes and current events if these assignments are not finished.
LA - Today was C day so I only met with one 8th grade class. Students were introduced to their Science Fiction unit. They read and took notes on the subject. Students also read silently the biography of Dolores Huerta and took and open book quiz. With time left we started working on adjectives at the beginning of sentences. (this was done on F day before the break so everyone is caught up). HW - To finish their cereal boxes. Many students turned them in early! I am very excited for their presentations tomorrow!
Algebra: Happy New Year! 5th hour - Started Unit 5. Homework tonight is from the book. pp. 286 (2-38 evens) This is our last unit before the midterm. Our midterm is scheduled for Monday 1/24.
Pre-Algebra: We reviewed lesson 4.1 and 4.2. Students will do some more practice for homework. Homework-worksheet 4.1, #3,8,10,14,21,22,25,27 and 4.2, # 6,9,13,15,21,23. Also, students got their chapter 3 tests back today. They are allowed to do test corrections. The corrections are due Thursday 1-6-11. No exceptions. Rules for corrections-
1. Separate sheet of paper.
2. Rewrite question.
3. Answer correctly.
4. Explain mistake.
Technology - Students submitted the Assignment from Moodle Module 1 - Part 1 (Due December 13, assigned November 29). Then we began Module 1 - Part 2. We are NOT completing the webquest in this section due to lack of time....Students were to review the note-taking skills section and then move on to the section headed "Using the Internet, The Web, and Web 2.0" The Task or Assignment for this section is due by the end of class tomorrow. FYI - we meet four more times before the marking period is over. Please check family access often to be sure your student is caught up. All Moodle related work can be done from home or library.
Social Studies: Students discussed CNN Student News, shared current events and participated in a geography challenge in class today. Homework is to complete 7.4 guided notes and current events if these assignments are not finished.
LA - Today was C day so I only met with one 8th grade class. Students were introduced to their Science Fiction unit. They read and took notes on the subject. Students also read silently the biography of Dolores Huerta and took and open book quiz. With time left we started working on adjectives at the beginning of sentences. (this was done on F day before the break so everyone is caught up). HW - To finish their cereal boxes. Many students turned them in early! I am very excited for their presentations tomorrow!
Algebra: Happy New Year! 5th hour - Started Unit 5. Homework tonight is from the book. pp. 286 (2-38 evens) This is our last unit before the midterm. Our midterm is scheduled for Monday 1/24.
Pre-Algebra: We reviewed lesson 4.1 and 4.2. Students will do some more practice for homework. Homework-worksheet 4.1, #3,8,10,14,21,22,25,27 and 4.2, # 6,9,13,15,21,23. Also, students got their chapter 3 tests back today. They are allowed to do test corrections. The corrections are due Thursday 1-6-11. No exceptions. Rules for corrections-
1. Separate sheet of paper.
2. Rewrite question.
3. Answer correctly.
4. Explain mistake.
Technology - Students submitted the Assignment from Moodle Module 1 - Part 1 (Due December 13, assigned November 29). Then we began Module 1 - Part 2. We are NOT completing the webquest in this section due to lack of time....Students were to review the note-taking skills section and then move on to the section headed "Using the Internet, The Web, and Web 2.0" The Task or Assignment for this section is due by the end of class tomorrow. FYI - we meet four more times before the marking period is over. Please check family access often to be sure your student is caught up. All Moodle related work can be done from home or library.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Friday, December 17 (B-Day)
Science: Jigsaw notes pages 71-72 & 91-95. No homework over break, unless last night's potential and kinetic energy worksheet was not completed.
Geometry: Took the chapter 5 test. Students need to research the kitchen work triangle over break.
Algebra: We finally took our Unit 4 test!!! Have a great break!
Pre-Algebra: We played a math game. No homework.
Social Studies: Students corrected 7.3 guided reading, discussed 7.4 and worked on 7.4 guided notes in class. If not finished in class, homework is to complete 7.4 notes. Current events due "C" and "F" days-Monday, January 3, is a "C" day.
Art 7/8: 2nd hr. will complete Treasure Chest drawing assignment. 4th and 5th hr. will continue Picasso clay plans.
Advanced Art grade 8: Last day for weekly still life. Grade today. Students will continue pastel fruit bowls.
Geometry: Took the chapter 5 test. Students need to research the kitchen work triangle over break.
Algebra: We finally took our Unit 4 test!!! Have a great break!
Pre-Algebra: We played a math game. No homework.
Social Studies: Students corrected 7.3 guided reading, discussed 7.4 and worked on 7.4 guided notes in class. If not finished in class, homework is to complete 7.4 notes. Current events due "C" and "F" days-Monday, January 3, is a "C" day.
Art 7/8: 2nd hr. will complete Treasure Chest drawing assignment. 4th and 5th hr. will continue Picasso clay plans.
Advanced Art grade 8: Last day for weekly still life. Grade today. Students will continue pastel fruit bowls.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Thursday, December 16 (A-Day)
Science: Went over the Energy Packet and practiced calculating potential and kinetic energy. Potential & Kinetic Energy worksheet is homework.
Geometry: Went over the practice test. Chapter review odds is homework. Chapter 5 test is tomorrow.
Pre-Algebra: We worked on lesson 4.2 on greatest common factors. Homework-worksheet 4.2 4-26, evens only.
LA - today we read Ch 13 in the Pigman. We will finish the last 2 chapters tomorrow. We watched the documentary of Jackie Robinson in conjunction with our biography unit. Students were to answer the question "What did you learn that you did not already know about him from our readings?" HW - working on their cereal box project. Due Tuesday Jan 4th.
Social Studies: Students reviewed chapter 7, corrected 7.2 section assessment and were introduced to 7.3 in class. Homework is to complete 7.3 guided reading. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Geometry: Went over the practice test. Chapter review odds is homework. Chapter 5 test is tomorrow.
Pre-Algebra: We worked on lesson 4.2 on greatest common factors. Homework-worksheet 4.2 4-26, evens only.
LA - today we read Ch 13 in the Pigman. We will finish the last 2 chapters tomorrow. We watched the documentary of Jackie Robinson in conjunction with our biography unit. Students were to answer the question "What did you learn that you did not already know about him from our readings?" HW - working on their cereal box project. Due Tuesday Jan 4th.
Social Studies: Students reviewed chapter 7, corrected 7.2 section assessment and were introduced to 7.3 in class. Homework is to complete 7.3 guided reading. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Wednesday, December 15 (F-Day)
Science: Investigation 3B- Conservation of energy.
Geometry: Reviewed centers of triangles and worked on the practice test for the chapter, which is homework. Chapter 5 test is Friday, December 17.
Algebra: Due to the snow days, our test will be moved to Friday. I understand that interferes with some vacation plans. No worries! Any who miss Friday can take the test when we return from break. Tomorrow will be a review day.
Social Studies: Students shared current events and participated in part two of our geography challenge. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
LA - today we read The Pigman, Ch 12. I then introduced their new unit which is science fiction. Students had to read on their own, and fill out the worksheet given to them. The sheet consisted of the definition of science fiction, key elements, theme and conflict. We also discussed movies, books and TV shows that are science based. When we return from break students will start reading the novel The Giver by Lois Lowry. They will also read short science fiction stories in class. Students worked on grammar, opening adjectives (single word and phrases). HW - students should be working on their cereal box projects. I will be checking my email over break if you or you child have questions regarding the project.
Technology: 2nd Hour...Welcome back and see ya in January :) Students finished up Module 1 Part 1 Assignment and Forums. Next is Module 1, Part 2 - Task - Using the Internet, the Web, and Web 2.0 (cyber-related terms). This assignment will be due the Tuesday after we get back (January 3).
Art 7/8: Students will continue their plans for the Picasso clay piece. 5th hr. does not meet today.
Advanced Art grade 8: This class does not meet today.
Geometry: Reviewed centers of triangles and worked on the practice test for the chapter, which is homework. Chapter 5 test is Friday, December 17.
Algebra: Due to the snow days, our test will be moved to Friday. I understand that interferes with some vacation plans. No worries! Any who miss Friday can take the test when we return from break. Tomorrow will be a review day.
Social Studies: Students shared current events and participated in part two of our geography challenge. No homework. Current events due "C" and "F" days.
LA - today we read The Pigman, Ch 12. I then introduced their new unit which is science fiction. Students had to read on their own, and fill out the worksheet given to them. The sheet consisted of the definition of science fiction, key elements, theme and conflict. We also discussed movies, books and TV shows that are science based. When we return from break students will start reading the novel The Giver by Lois Lowry. They will also read short science fiction stories in class. Students worked on grammar, opening adjectives (single word and phrases). HW - students should be working on their cereal box projects. I will be checking my email over break if you or you child have questions regarding the project.
Technology: 2nd Hour...Welcome back and see ya in January :) Students finished up Module 1 Part 1 Assignment and Forums. Next is Module 1, Part 2 - Task - Using the Internet, the Web, and Web 2.0 (cyber-related terms). This assignment will be due the Tuesday after we get back (January 3).
Art 7/8: Students will continue their plans for the Picasso clay piece. 5th hr. does not meet today.
Advanced Art grade 8: This class does not meet today.
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