Tuesday, September 16

Science: Today we took some of what we have experienced with the car moving down the track to discover the formulas involved in calculating speed (velocity), distance and time. Quiz on Monday, September 22.

Geometry: Practiced copying and bisecting angles before using what we knew about congruent angles to discover a construction for parallel lines. Homework is to complete the two practice parallel line constructions. Constructions quiz on Friday, quiz corrections are also due on Friday.

RR Math: Students have a math test Friday- study! Math homework packets are due on OR before this Friday. Blue group- finish any workbook pages that you could not get done today-due tomorrow.

RR English: Tomorrow is the LAST day I will accept late logs that were supposed to be turned in yesterday, Monday. Your new reading log was passed out yesterday and will be due Monday 9.22.14. Read!!

Humanities: Students were introduced to 1.1 in the text, and began to work on 1.1 section assessment in class. Homework is to complete 1.1 section assessment.

Pre-Algebra: Today we continued 1.3, writing and evaluating expressions from story problems. We took notes together in class. We got through the next two pages of notes. I have the class notes, completed class notes and homework uploaded at http://norupstein.weebly.com/pre-algebra-notes-and-homework . The homework tonight is 1.3 Practice A, 27, 28 and Practice B, 21, 22, 23. This is due tomorrow at the beginning of the hour. Please do all work on a separate sheet of paper. Note: there is a quiz over 1.1 - 1.3 on Friday, September 19.

French 2: Passé composé quiz on Thursday. Passé composé translations due Thursday. 9.1 worksheet packet due Monday.

ELA - Students continued with their Writer's Workshop Launching Unit with Day 2, we looked at the elements of Narrative Poetry and found these elements in mentor poems. We then practiced this with our own poems and discussed with an elbow partner. Homework: Journal entry #1.8 & Read. Six Elements of narrative verse is attached. 

Algebra: We covered section 2.5 today. Homework: worksheet 2.5

Monday, September 15

Science: Today students read on took notes on distance and time units. 

Geometry: Discussed angles and how to copy & bisect angles. We also investigated distance with more challenging problems & quizzes were returned. Students may do quiz corrections for partial credit- corrections must be on a separate sheet of paper and include explanation. Homework is the angles handout.

French 2: Quiz on the passé composé this Thursday. A practice one is on my blog.

RR English: Reading logs are due today. If you did not turn it in, please turn it in tomorrow for late points- better than a zero! Your new log was passed out today, and all five days are due Monday 9/22/14.

RR Math: You will have a test this Friday- study. Your homework packet is due on or before this Friday as well. Please see me during lunch if you have questions.

Pre-Algebra: Today we took notes over 1.3, reviewing order of operations and use of exponents. There is a quiz over 1.1 - 1.3 this Friday, 9/19. The homework is 1.3 Practice A, 1-25 odd. The notes and homework are available at http://norupstein.weebly.com/pre-algebra-notes-and-homework .

Algebra: We finished our discussion on classifying numbers (whole, integer, rational, real). Homework: worksheets 2.2/2.3 multiples of 3 both sides. 

Humanities: Students reviewed grades and were introduced to the "meeting of the two worlds" in class. No homework.

ELA - Students took their Chapter 1 Grammar Quiz today. We then set up our journals and added our Reader's Workshop Teaching Points from last week. I demonstrated how to enter table of contents entries. Homework: Journal entry 1.6 & Read

Friday, September 12

Science: Today students investigated how variables affect systems through experiences with rolling cars down tracks with varying inclines. We noticed the importance of controlling variables in a system.

Geometry: Took our first quiz today- students will be able to do corrections next week.

RR Math, RR English, RR LRC: I will check to make sure you have all supplies listed in the course packet this week.

RR Math: First homework packet/test will be due/on- next week Friday-9/19.

RR English: Reading logs were passed out on Monday 9/8/14. All sections (five days) will be due on Monday 9.15.14.

Pre-Algebra: Today we continued notes on 1.2, reviewing exponents and working with squares and cubes. Homework is 1.2, 2-28 even due Monday. There is a quiz on 1.1-1.3 on Friday, 9/19. Have a great weekend! http://norupstein.weebly.com/pre-algebra-notes-and-homework

Humanities: Students shared current events in class. No homework.

Algebra: Handed in PSW, discussed classification of numbers. Homework: the 7 problems at the bottom of the notes.

Thursday, September 11

Science: Today students finished sharing their expertise on the scientific method from the notes they took yesterday.We then discussed writing great short answers, which a) give a complete answer; b) repeat key words from the question; c) are specific; and d) don't leave the reader guessing. Scientific Processes worksheet is homework- students must do this on a separate sheet of paper with great short answers.

Geometry: Student explored the concept of midpoint and derived the midpoint formula. Homework is to practice using the midpoint formula by completing the Midpoint Formula Practice in their note packet. Quiz tomorrow! 

Algebra: We took our quiz today. Remember the Problem Solving Workshop is due tomorrow!

Pre-Algebra: Today we started 1.2, working with and defining parts of exponential expressions. I have the class notes, blank and completed, and homework uploaded at http://norupstein.weebly.com/pre-algebra-notes-and-homework . The homework is 1.2 Practice, 1-29 odd. Please do work on a separate sheet of paper. 

RR Math, RR English, RR LRC: I will check to make sure you have all supplies listed in the course packet this week.

RR Math: First homework packet/test will be due/on- next week Friday-9/19.

RR English: Reading logs were passed out on Monday 9/8/14. All sections (five days) will be due on Monday 9.15.14.

French 2: Vocab quiz on Monday. Flash cards also due. Passé composé quiz on Thursday

ELA- Kennedy:  Students "graded" their Grammar 1.7-1.8 and we discussed any difficulties they may have had. We then worked all hour on Grammar 1.9-1.10 discussing Direct and Indirect Objects. Many students utilized lunch time appropriately by coming in for extra help! Bravo! Homework: Finish Grammar & Read

Wednesday, September 10

MYP Curriculum Night begins at 6:45. Use your students schedule: 

6:45 - 6:55 - 1st

7:00 - 7:10 - 2nd

7:15 - 7:25 - 3rd

7:30 - 7:40 - 4th

7:45 - 7:55 - 5th

8:00 - 8:10 - 6th

8:15 - 8:25 - 7th

Science: Students had their first experience with reading and taking notes utilizing the jigsaw method; we will continue this process tomorrow. We also discussed good reading and note-taking strategies and will continue to improve on these skills throughout the school year.

Geometry: Completed the Pythagorean Theorem activity from yesterday, and then used the Pythagorean Theorem to discover the distance formula. Homework is the Pythagorean Theorem & Distance Formula practice (in their notes). Quiz on Friday!

Humanities: Students shared KWLs and discussed current event and class grading scales in preparation for Curriculum Night this evening. No homework. 

ELA (Kennedy) - Students reviewed last night's Grammar and we discussed any questions.  We then started Grammar 1.7-1.8  EVERYONE should be at least half-way through their first novel of the year.  I have brought the class to the Media Center, sent students down to check out new books, and offer a great classroom library.  Please check with your student and talk about the book they are currently reading, you might like it as well.  Remember our goal is a book every two weeks.  If students are reading for at least 30 minutes a night, they should be there by now! Hope to see all at Curriculum Night Tonight!

RR Math, RR English, RR LRC: I will check to make sure you have all supplies listed in the course packet this week.

RR Math:  First homework packet/test will be due/on- next week Friday-9/19.

RR English:  Reading logs were passed out on Monday 9/8/14.  All sections (five days) will be due on Monday 9.15.14.

French 2: Vocab quiz on purple words on pg 291 on Monday, and flash cards due then too. Grammar quiz on passé composé on Thursday Sept 18th.

Pre-Algebra: Today we continued section 1.1. We took notes together in class. The homework is Practice 1.1 B, 2-26 even. This is the same page given in class yesterday. This is due at the beginning of the hour tomorrow. I have attached the blank notes, a completed class notes and the homework page on my website http://www.weebly.com/weebly/main.php

Tuesday, September 9

Science: Students used the data they collected Friday, and graphed on Monday, to calculate the average speed of the car on the track. We discussed multiple methods for calculating the average as well as how to analyze our average to see if it makes sense.

Geometry: Went over the Basic Terms handout homework, and began analyzing how/why the Pythagorean theorem works. We will continue working on this tomorrow.

RR Math, RR English, RR LRC: I will check to make sure you have all supplies listed in the course packet this week.

RR Math: First homework packet/test will be due/on- next week Friday-9/19.

RR English: Reading logs were passed out on Monday 9/8/14. All sections (five days) will be due on Monday 9.15.14.

Humanities: Students received new textbooks today. We spent our time introducing the text and completing our KWL from last week. Homework is to complete the KWL if it was not finished in class. Current events are due Friday.

Chinese: Please visit the class blog (link is in the left column).  Looking forward to see you all tomorrow night at the curriculum night. 

Pre-Algebra: Today we started Chapter 1, section 1.1. We took notes together in class. The homework is Practice 1.1 B, 1-25 odd. This was given to students in class. This is due at the beginning of the hour tomorrow. For blank note page, completed class notes and homework page, please visit http://norupstein.weebly.com/pre-algebra-notes-and-homework .

ELA- We checked over Grammar 1.3-1.4 and I distributed Grammar 1.5-1.6. We discussed the importance of using our Notice and Note Signposts while reading and how it will aid us in our partner discussions during RW Launching Day 3. Homework: Grammar 1.5-1.6 and READ Remember we will be decorating our journals on Friday, be sure to bring supplies and decorations.

Algebra: We finished the notes for 1.3/1.4. Homework: wkst 1.3/1.4B evens only. I also handed out the first Problem Solving Workshop (PSW). It is due on Friday. Students are encouraged to work together!!

French 2: Vocab quiz on purple words on pg 291 on Monday. Flash cards are also due on Monday. 20 sentences from yesterday are due tomorrow. Grammar quiz on the passé composé next week on Thursday.

Monday, September 8

Science: Analyzed & graphed the data that was collected on Friday. We talked about patterns in data and how to handle outliers (or wonky data).

Geometry: Continued discussing basic terms and constructions. Basic Terms handout is homework. Quiz on basic terms, distance & midpoint formulas on Friday.

RR Math, RR English, RR LRC: I will check to make sure you have all supplies listed in the course packet this week.

RR Math: First homework packet/test will be due/on- next week Friday-9/19.

RR English: Reading logs were passed out today. All sections (five days) will be due on Monday. A week from today.

Humanities: Students discussed current event expectations in class today. No homework. Current events are due Friday.

French 2: Verb retake quizzes: any lunchtime this week. Write 20 sentences using the passé composé. Due this Wednesday.

Pre-Algebra: What We Did Today: Today we finished going over the review. Homework: There is no homework today. http://norupstein.weebly.com/

ELA - Kennedy - Today we checked in Grammar 1.1-1.2 and then moved on to Grammar 1.3-1.4. During Day 2 of the Launching unit students discussed the Notice and Note Signposts and how to use them to better understand their independent reading. They were given bookmarks to use to help remind them of the signposts and what each means. Homework: finish Grammar 1.3-1.4, Read, gather decorations for composition books (Journals)

Algebra: Each class finished at a different point, so the homework is to finish the notes (and sample problems) for both 1.3 and 1.4. Our first quiz will be this Thursday covering sections 1.1-1.5