Science: Took the Electricity Quiz, followed by a discussion of the movie Selma and a visible thinking exercise where students were asked to "Step Inside" the role of a character or object and to imagine themselves inside that point of view. Students were given the choice to "Step Inside" the following characters from the film: Annie Lee Cooper, James Reeb, Viola Gregg Liuzzo or the Edmund Pettus Bridge.
Geometry: Took the Unit 5 test. No homework over break!
RR English:
Read every evening
Reading log is due Monday, February 23, 2015
parents must sign reading logs
RR Math:
A section of math should be completed each night
Math packet is due Monday, February 23, 2015
TEST: Monday, February 23, 2015
Algebra: We are preparing for our Chapter 8 Test which will be the Tuesday we return from break (2/24). Both reviews (Chapter 8 practice test & review stations) are due on Monday 2/23.
Pre-Algebra: We starting 9.2, simplifying radicals. The homework is 9.2, 1-6, 13-16, 20. http://norupstein.weebly.com/pre-algebra-notes-and-homework
ELA: Students reviewed their sticky notes regarding their reading of To Kill a Mockingbird. The goal was to find as many pieces of evidence showing Harper Lee's use of author's craft as possible. Students then contemplated what Harper Lee's goal for using each sticky noted author's craft move. When we return from break all students should have the book read and have an idea as to whether they will focus on one move or technique of author's craft or if they will focus on a goal. The students have charts from Day 5 of this Reader's Workshop that show the different techniques and goals.
Homework: Journal#3.23 and finish the book. Have a great Break!
Technology - Students worked on completing their Digital Footprint Quests 1-5. Remember to post a link to the blog for Quest 5 and comment on at least 2 other blogs posted in the Google Classroom.
Have a Great Break!
