Literacy:
Homework:
1. Independent Reading Handout
Mathematics:
Algebra 8-
Students received their grades for the Clever Counting unit test. Students could not keep them however, because there are still a few students that have not taken the test. Students will be able to take them home and correct them on Monday night.
Today’s lesson was on Combinations vs. Permutations, and students completed both Problem 4.1 and 4.2 in class.
Homework:
Challenge Algebra -
Today in class students took the chapter 2 test, and then took notes on 3.2.
Homework:
Science:
Students have traded their “Experimental Challenge 1 and 2″ worksheets with each other. Their assignment is to grade/critique the tables and graphs that their partner created. I will be grading their work and critiques upon completion. Science is not only experimentation and production of data, but the analysis of other scientists’ data.
Social Studies:
Homework:
- Prepare a study guide for the chapter 1 test.
- Compete the web that was started in class
NOTE: Test on Chapter 1 for all of 8 South Thurday, October 4th.
Literacy:
Homework:
1. Independent Reading Handout.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8-
Students received their grades for the Clever Counting unit test. Students could not keep them however, because there are still a few students that have not taken the test. Students will be able to take them home and correct them on Monday night.
Today’s lesson was on Combinations vs. Permutations, and students completed both Problem 4.1 and 4.2 in class.
Homework:
Science:
Students have traded their “Experimental Challenge 1 and 2″ worksheets with each other. Their assignment is to grade/critique the tables and graphs that their partner created. I will be grading their work and critiques upon completion. Science is not only experimentation and production of data, but the analysis of other scientists’ data.
Social Studies:
Homework:
- Prepare a study guide for the chapter 1 test.
- Compete the web that was started in class.
We would like to thank students for their participation in today’s activities. We believe your excellent behavior and insightful discussions today will serve as a wonderful springboard into the community service opportunities we are planning. We also hope you feel comfortable creating your own community service ideas and are more than happy to help you turn those ideas into actions. On the far right you will find we have added to the “Community Service Page.” The addition includes a copy of today’s presentation, comments your fellow students have written, and instructions on how to get free candy (not really!).
Just as a reminder, Thursday will be a B Day. This means that your work assigned on Tuesday will be due. Consult yesterday’s entry if you are unsure what the assignments were.
Literacy:
Today in class, we worked on understanding the idea of “Show, Don’t Tell” in writing. We practiced using photographs as prompts.
Homework:
1. Bring draft of your second Identity piece to class next time. Typed.
2. Look for Challenge Options on Ms. Baker’s website.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8-
We took our Clever Counting unit test in class today. When finished, students worked on a portfolio problem.
Homework:
- Finish Portfolio Problem
- Try Problem 4.1 (A)
Science:
Students have three parts to their assignment.
1. Complete Safety Quiz #2.
2. Complete the packet entitled “Experimental Challenge 1.” Students should complete the whole packet, not just challenge number 1.
3. Complete PS3 Summary (if they have not already) and copy PS4 pre-lab into your composition notebook.
Social Studies:
Homework:
READ AND NOTES, pp. 13-17.
Complete the hunter/gatherer and farmer cost/benefit chart.
Test on Chapter One on October 3 or 4.
Literacy:
Today in class, we worked on understanding the idea of “Show, Don’t Tell” in writing. We practiced using photographs as prompts.
Homework:
1. Bring draft of your second Identity piece to class next time. Typed.
2. Look for Challenge Options on Ms. Baker’s website.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8-
We took our Clever Counting unit test in class today. When finished, students worked on a portfolio problem.
Homework:
Finish Portfolio Problem
Challenge Algebra -
Today, we checked our homework from 2.5. Then we discussed the upcoming chapter 2 test.
Homework:
- Chapter 2 test review
- Come by Wednesday (X-day) to pick up the extra review work
Notes: Chapter 2 test is Friday due to the team X-day on Wednesday!!!
Science:
Students have three parts to their assignment.
1. Complete Safety Quiz #2.
2. Complete the packet entitled “Experimental Challenge 1.” Students should complete the whole packet, not just challenge number 1.
3. Complete PS3 Summary (if they have not already) and copy PS4 pre-lab into your composition notebook.
Yes, this is a lot of work, but you had no homework last class, but you have until FRIDAY to do this work.
Social Studies:
Homework:
READ AND NOTES, pp. 13-17.
Complete the hunter/gatherer and farmer cost/benefit chart.
Test on Chapter One on October 3 or 4.
Literacy:
Homework:
- Finish the draft that you started in class
- Read your independent reading book
Mathematics:
Algebra 8-
Today in class we checked our Investigation 3 review sheets, took our Investigation 3 Quiz, and studied for our Clever Counting Unit Test.
Homework:
- Finish the Unit Review Packet
- Type up Reflection Questions 1-4
- Study for the Clever Counting Unit Test (B day students your test is Tuesday!!!)
Science:
Students need to review their PS2 summaries as I have found many errors in them. We will discuss these again prior to starting PS4 next class.
Social Studies:
Homework:
- List 5 achievements of early civilizations in rank order and write a sentence or two for each describing why you picked them.
- Write a reflective paragraph (At least seven sentences) answering the following questions:
- How do I get my basic needs met?
Literacy:
Today in class, we discussed the difference between a narrative and an essay. Then, we reviewed essay structure. Ms. Baker returned students’ essays and they each set writing goals based on the comments on their essays. Lastly, students took a quiz over the basic parts of speech and other language terms. Writer’s notebooks were collected at the end of the period.
Homework:
1. You need at least four of your prewritings for the Identity Portfolio finished by next class. Each should be on a separate sheet of looseleaf paper or typed.
2. You need to have completed at least one independent reading book by October 1st. Remember to read at home for at least 30 minutes a night, five nights a week.
3. Bring in at least two photographs of yourself from different periods of your life.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8-Today in class we checked ACE(3) #2, 5-8. Next, we made corrections to our Investigation 1 & 2 quizzes. and discussed the vocabulary we have covered so far in the book. Then, we worked on the Investigation 3 review and the reflection questions for Investigation 3.
Homework:
- Investigation 3 Review
- Investigation 3 Reflection Questions #5-7
- Study for the Quiz next class
- If you did not finish in class, Quiz Corrections from Investigation 1 & 2
NOTES:
- INVESTIGATION 3 QUIZ IS NEXT CLASS
- CLEVER COUNTING UNIT TEST IS ON MONDAY
Challenge Algebra -
Today in class students checked their work from Lesson 2.3 and then they took the “Mid-Chapter 2 Quiz.”
Next, students read lesson 2.4, and we took notes and did a few examples as a class. Students were given some time in class to do their homework from lesson 2.4.
Homework:
- Lesson 2.4 #11-13, 14-32 evens, 33-38.
Science:
Today, in class, we experimented with the properties of transparency, translucency, and opacity using colored filters and surfaces. Students need to bring in one object (from home) that demonstrates filtered light.
Social Studies:
Homework:
Complete the Venn Diagram we started in class on hunters/gatherers and farmers.
Literacy:
Today in class, we discussed the difference between a narrative and an essay. Then, we reviewed essay structure. Ms. Baker returned students’ essays and they each set writing goals based on the comments on their essays. Lastly, students took a quiz over the basic parts of speech and other language terms. Writer’s notebooks were collected at the end of the period.
Homework:
1. You need at least four of your prewritings for the Identity Portfolio finished by next class. Each should be on a separate sheet of looseleaf paper or typed.
2. You need to have completed at least one independent reading book by October 1st. Remember to read at home for at least 30 minutes a night, five nights a week.
3. Bring in at least two photographs of yourself from different periods of your life.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8-Today in class we checked ACE(3) #2, 5-8. Next, we made corrections to our Investigation 1 & 2 quizzes. and discussed the vocabulary we have covered so far in the book. Then, we worked on the Investigation 3 review and the reflection questions for Investigation 3.
Homework:
- Investigation 3 Review
- Investigation 3 Reflection Questions #5-7
- Study for the Quiz next class
- If you did not finish in class, Quiz Corrections from Investigation 1 & 2
NOTES:
- INVESTIGATION 3 QUIZ IS NEXT CLASS
- CLEVER COUNTING UNIT TEST IS ON MONDAY
Science:
Today, in class, we experimented with the properties of transparency, translucency, and opacity. Students need to bring in one object (from home) that demonstrates filtered light.
Social Studies:
Homework:
Complete the Venn Diagram we started in class on hunters/gatherers and farmers.
Literacy:
Today in class, we listened to and then read some “This I Believe” essays from npr.org. Then, students brainstormed their own personal beliefs and continued on their other Identity unit brainstorms.
Homework:
1. Language quiz on Monday (B) and Tuesday (A).
2. Work on your independent reading and writing requirements.
3. Bring in at least two photographs of yourself from different periods of your life.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8-Today in class we checked ACE(3) #3, 4, and 10. Next, we explored Problem 3.3, and the follow-up to Problem 3.3. At the end of the period, students received their Investigation 1 +2 quiz scores.
Homework:
- Finish the follow-up to Problem 3.3
- ACE(3) # 2, 5-8
NOTE: There is a quiz over Investigation 3 two classes from today (NOT NEXT CLASS).
Challenge Algebra -
To start class, students turned in their test corrections, warmed up with a worksheet, and checked Lesson 2.2 homework.
Next, students took notes on Lesson 2.3, and discussed the patterns that we have noticed so far in this chapter.
At the end of class, the mid-chapter quiz was discussed, which will be given on Tuesday.
Homework:
- Lesson 2.3 #9-18, 20-34 evens, 35-42
- Study for the mid-chapter quiz on Tuesday
Science:
Students in 1-2A block need to create a data table and graph of their Lifesaver data. They also need to complete the PS2 summary. Students in 5-6A should have already completed their Lifesaver table and graph. Therefore they only need to complete their PS2 summary. Have a great weekend!
Social Studies:
Homework:
Complete the Venn Diagram we started in class on hunters/gatherers and farmers.
Literacy:
Homework:
#1. Language Bingo quiz is on Monday for B day students.
#2. Work on your independent reading and writing requirements.
#3. For a writing activity on Monday, bring in two or more photographs of yourself from different periods of your life. It’s okay if other people are in the photograph(s) too.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8-
Today in class we checked ACE(3) #3, 4, and 10. Next, we explored Problem 3.3, and the follow-up to Problem 3.3. At the end of the period, students received their Investigation 1 +2 quiz scores.
Homework:
- Finish the follow-up to Problem 3.3
- ACE(3) # 2, 5-8
NOTE: There is a quiz over Investigation 3 two classes from today (NOT NEXT CLASS).
Science:
Students have a worksheet that helps to summarize PS2. This needs to be completed and brought to class. Their graphs can be drawn on another sheet of paper or in their comp books. I will check the questions and return their work to them to be placed in their comp books permanently.
Social Studies:
Homework:
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