Literacy:
Homework:
Typed To Kill a Mockingbird essay is due on Monday–all classes. Essay must be proofread carefully and a minimum of five paragraphs.
Mathematics:
Challenge Algebra 8 (1-2A)
Today we revisited “the methods for graphing quadratic functions.” Then we worked more on completing the square and solving quadratic functions algebraically.
Homework:
- 12.3 Worksheet and graph #2-10 in your composition book
Algebra 8 (5-6 A)
Today we checked our yellow and green worksheets, looked over problem 2.1, and discussed scientific notation of numbers less than 1.
Then we started discussing problem 2.2
- Finish Problem 2.2
- ACE(2) #1, 2, 3, 4, 15, 16, 21, 33
Science:
Homework:
Social Studies:
Homework: Finish the map we started in class and prepare two reflections for Portfolio Night.
For A day – Read pp. 195-200; answer 206 on p. 200.
Literacy:
During class, we are working on drafting our Mockingbird essays. Students are conferencing with Ms. Baker about their ideas and their organization.
Homework:
Final typed, proofread TKMB essay (minimum five paragraphs) is due on Monday (May 5th)–all classes.
Post to two Forums due this Wednesday (A) or Thursday (B)–
a. “Poetry Is a Juicy T-Bone Steak” forum
b. “What Are you Reading?” forum (Choose just one category for this)
3. Bring two pieces (hard copies) for your portfolio. Due Wednesday (A) or Thursday (B).
Mathematics:
Algebra 8 (1-2B)
Today we started class by checking our yellow and green worksheets. Then we took a look back at problem 1.4 and continued on to problem 2.1 which dealt with starting values different than 1 and the growth factor.
Homework:
- Problem 2.1
- 1, 2, 4, 15, 16, 21
Algebra 8 (5-6 B)
Today we checked our yellow and green worksheets, looked over problem 2.1, and discussed scientific notation of numbers less than 1.
Then we started discussing problem 2.2
- Finish Problem 2.2
- ACE(2) #1, 2, 4, 15, 16, 21, 33
Science:
Students received a handout that outlines their work for the rest of the semester. In that handout there are several due dates and small checks that allow me to make sure they are progressing. Read this handout and use it as your guideline for the remainder of the semester.
Homework:
These are just the assignments DUE (not the small checks) by May 22:
- Reflection and COL post for Chapter 1 Cartoon Guide to Environment (I)
- Pros/Cons and article for Chapter 10 Cartoon Guide to Environment (I)
- Reflection for Chapter 14 Cartoon Guide for Environment (I)
- EC #7 Summary and Extra Questions (I)
- Your Group Lab Presentation (at Symposium) (G)
- Garden mass comparison (I/G)
Social Studies:
Homework: Finish the map we started in class and prepare two reflections for Portfolio Night.
Literacy:
During class, we are working on drafting our Mockingbird essays. Students are conferencing with Ms. Baker about their ideas and their organization.
Homework:
Final typed, proofread TKMB essay (minimum five paragraphs) is due on Monday (May 5th)–all classes.
Post to two Forums due this Wednesday (A) or Thursday (B)–
a. “Poetry Is a Juicy T-Bone Steak” forum
b. “What Are you Reading?” forum (Choose just one category for this)
3. Bring two pieces (hard copies) for your portfolio. Due Wednesday (A) or Thursday (B).
Mathematics:
Challenge Algebra 8 (1-2A)
Today we took the mid chapter 12 quiz and then we took a look at the quadratic formula.
Homework:
Algebra 8 (5-6 A)
Today we looked over problem 1.4 of Growing, Growing, Growing and our ACE questions from the previous class. Then we continued our exploration of exponential growth looking at starting values different than 1 in problem 2.1
- Finish Problem 2.1
- Green and Blue WS’s
Science:
Students received a handout that outlines their work for the rest of the semester. In that handout there are several due dates and small checks that allow me to make sure they are progressing. Read this handout and use it as your guideline for the remainder of the semester.
Homework:
These are just the assignments DUE (not the small checks) by May 22:
- Reflection and COL post for Chapter 1 Cartoon Guide to Environment (I)
- Pros/Cons and article for Chapter 10 Cartoon Guide to Environment (I)
- Reflection for Chapter 14 Cartoon Guide for Environment (I)
- EC #7 Summary and Extra Questions (I)
- Your Group Lab Presentation (at Symposium) (G)
- Garden mass comparison (I/G)
Social Studies:
Homework: Read and take Cornell Notes on pp. 186-195. Also, begin to prepare reflections on artifacts for Portfolio Night ( May 6).
A day for April 28 – Finish the map we started in class and write two reflections for Portfolio Night.
Literacy:During class, we are working on outlining our Mockingbird essays. Students are conferencing with Ms. Baker about their ideas and their organization.
Homework: You need to bring a finished outline to class on Monday (A Day) or Tuesday (B Day). We will begin drafting on Monday/Tuesday.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8 (1-2B)
Today we took a look at our answers from problem 1.3. Then we did problem 1.4.
Homework:
- Finish problem 1.4
- ACE(1) #25-27
- Green and Yellow WS’s
Algebra 8 (5-6 A)
Today we looked over problem 1.4 of Growing, Growing, Growing and then we continued on with Problem 2.1.
- Finish Problem 2.1
- Green and Yellow WS’s
Science:
Homework:
NONE
Social Studies:
Homework: Read and take Cornell Notes on pp. 186-195. Also, begin to prepare reflections on artifacts for Portfolio Night ( May 6).
Brunch for Books! Please check out the attached article about a book fundraiser through our library.Did someone say “barbecue?” Read the attachment about the upcoming 8th grade Community Alliance BBQ!
Upcoming Events: Poetry Slam on April 23rd at 7 p.m. Be there!!! Taylor Mali will be the MC.
Literacy:
During class, we are working on outlining our Mockingbird essays. Students are conferencing with Ms. Baker about their ideas and their organization.
Homework: Your Mockingbird outline is due on Monday (A Day) or Tuesday (B Day). Also, keep reading your independent reading book.
Mathematics:
Challenge Algebra 8 (1-2A)
Today we took a look at our answers from 12.3 and then took notes on using factoring to solve quadratic equations.
Homework:
Algebra 8 (5-6 A)
Today we looked over problem 1.3 of Growing, Growing, Growing and then we continued on with Problem 1.4.
- Finish Problem 1.4
- ACE(1) #28-30,35-38, 50
Science:
Homework:
NONE
Social Studies:
Homework: Quiz on Confucius, Daoism, Chinese Dynasties, and Chinese Exploration – A Day – Wednesday April 23; and B Day – Thursday, April 24.
Brunch for Books! Please check out the attached article about a book fundraiser through our library.Did someone say “barbecue?” Read the attachment about the upcoming 8th grade Community Alliance BBQ!
Upcoming Events: Poetry Slam on April 23rd at 7 p.m. Be there!!! Taylor Mali will be the MC.
Literacy:
During class, we are working on outlining our Mockingbird essays. Students are conferencing with Ms. Baker about their ideas and their organization.
Homework: Get your 4th Quarter Reading Contract Signed. Dive into your independent reading book. You should be reading at least 30 minutes a night.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8 (1-2B)
Today we took a look at ACE(1) #1-7, and 31 and discussed exponential growth at length.
Homework:
- Finish Problem 1.3
- Test corrections for some
Algebra 8 (5-6 B)
Today we looked over problem 1.3 of Growing, Growing, Growing and then we continued on with Problem 1.4.
- Finish Problem 1.4
- ACE(1) #28-30,35-38, 50
Science:
Homework:
- Take the online carbon footprint quiz at www.myfootprint.org
- Write down the number of earths it would take… (your score)
- Complete the Experimental Challenge worksheet about Albert and his bats. The focus of this worksheet is the table and graph. How would you draw a good table for this lab? Would you use every data point? Would you use the average? Would you use the longest hit of each bat?
Social Studies:
Homework: Quiz on Confucius, Daoism, Chinese Dynasties, and Chinese Exploration – A Day – Wednesday April 23; and B Day – Thursday, April 24.
Brunch for Books! Please check out the attached article about a book fundraiser through our library.Did someone say “barbecue?” Read the attachment about the upcoming 8th grade Community Alliance BBQ!
Upcoming Events: Poetry Slam on April 23rd at 7 p.m. Be there!!! Taylor Mali will be the MC.
Literacy:
During class, we are working on outlining our Mockingbird essays. Students are conferencing with Ms. Baker about their ideas and their organization.
Homework: Get your 4th Quarter Reading Contract Signed. Dive into your independent reading book. You should be reading at least 30 minutes a night.
Mathematics:
Challenge Algebra
Today we took a look at 12.2, this time focusing on graphing, and we reviewed the method for finding the zeros of an exponential function. Then we took a look at 12.3 “Completing the Square.”
Homework:
Algebra 8 (5-6 A)
Today we looked back over problem 1.2 of Growing, Growing, Growing.
After making some observations, we worked ACE questions in class to get some extra practice.
- Problem 1.3
- Test corrections
Science:
Homework:
- Take the online carbon footprint quiz at www.myfootprint.org
- Write down the number of earths it would take… (your score)
- Complete the Experimental Challenge worksheet about Albert and his bats. The focus of this worksheet is the table and graph. How would you draw a good table for this lab? Would you use every data point? Would you use the average? Would you use the longest hit of each bat?
Social Studies:
Homework: Quiz on Confucius, Daoism, Chinese Dynasties, and Chinese Exploration – A Day – Wednesday April 23; and B Day – Thursday, April 24.
Brunch for Books! Please check out the attached article about a book fundraiser through our library.Did someone say “barbecue?” Read the attachment about the upcoming 8th grade Community Alliance BBQ!
Upcoming Events: Poetry Slam on April 23rd at 7 p.m. Be there!!! Taylor Mali will be the MC.
Literacy:
Homework: Get your 4th Quarter Reading Contract Signed. Post to COL (Darius Goes West), if you were in one of the classes that watched the film today.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8 (1-2 A)Today we took a look at 12.1 and the beginning of 12.2.Homework:
- 12.1 WS
- 12.2 #10-48 evens
Algebra 8 (5-6 A)Today we discussed problem 1.1 of Growing, Growing, Growing. After making some observations, we explored problem 1.2 which challenged students to write basic equations modeling exponential growth.Homework:
Science:
Homework:
Students have two tasks:
- Try the ElectroCity game on Clayton Online Learning. I am not taking a grade on this, but would like to see you try the challenge of balancing economics, pollution, and need for power.
- Read the article on ethanol from the recent Time Magazine. Try to find an article in favor of ethanol and bring the article in (find the claims and evidence).
Dead Zone in Gulf of Mexicoor this one with more pictures… Yeah, pictures!
Social Studies:
Homework: Prepare Dynasty Presentations (if you have not already done them in class.)
Brunch for Books! Please check out the attached article about a book fundraiser through our library.Did someone say “barbecue?” Read the attachment about the upcoming 8th grade Community Alliance BBQ!
Upcoming Events: Poetry Slam on April 23rd at 7 p.m. Be there!!! Taylor Mali will be the MC. You need to tell Ms. Baker by tomorrow, if you want to participate.
Literacy:
Homework: Get your 4th Quarter Reading Contract Signed.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8 (1-2 A)Today we took a look at 12.1 and the beginning of 12.2.Homework:
- 12.1 WS
- 12.2 #10-48 evens
Algebra 8 (5-6 A)Today we discussed problem 1.1 of Growing, Growing, Growing. After making some observations, we explored problem 1.2 which challenged students to write basic equations modeling exponential growth.Homework:
Science:
The soil has been turned over and is ready for the planting. I am hoping we will put plants in the ground tomorrow and Wednesday.
Homework:
Students have two tasks:
- Try the ElectroCity game on Clayton Online Learning. I am not taking a grade on this, but would like to see you try the challenge of balancing economics, pollution, and need for power.
- Read the article on ethanol from the recent Time Magazine. Try to find an article in favor of ethanol and bring the article in (find the claims and evidence).
Dead Zone in Gulf of Mexicoor this one with more pictures… Yeah, pictures!
Social Studies:
Homework: Read 314-320; Prepare for Dynasty Presentation;
A day – Tuesday, April 15 – finish Mulan worksheet; read 308-314.
Brunch for Books! Please check out the attached article about a book fundraiser through our library.
Did someone say “barbecue?” Read the attachment about the upcoming 8th grade Community Alliance BBQ!
Upcoming Events:1. Poem in My Pocket Day on April 17th. Don’t forget to wear something with pockets tomorrow! The Poetry Slam on April 23rd at 7 p.m. Be there!!! Taylor Mali will be the MC. You need to tell Ms. Baker by this Friday, if you want to participate.
Literacy:
Homework:
Wear something with pockets.
Get your 4th Quarter Reading Contract Signed.
Mathematics:
Algebra 8 (1-2 B)
Today we took the Looking for Pythagoras Unit Test
Homework:
Algebra 8 (5-6 B)
Today we discussed problem 1.1 of Growing, Growing, Growing. After making some observations, we explored problem 1.2 which challenged students to write basic equations modeling exponential growth.
Homework:
Science:
The soil has been turned over and is ready for the planting. I am hoping we will put plants in the ground tomorrow and Wednesday.
Homework:
Students have two tasks:
- Try the ElectroCity game on Clayton Online Learning. I am not taking a grade on this, but would like to see you try the challenge of balancing economics, pollution, and need for power.
- Read the article on ethanol from the recent Time Magazine. Try to find an article in favor of ethanol and bring the article in (find the claims and evidence).
Dead Zone in Gulf of Mexico
or this one with more pictures… Yeah, pictures!
Social Studies:
Homework: Read 314-320; Prepare for Dynasty Presentation;
A day – Tuesday, April 15 – finish Mulan worksheet; read 308-314.
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