I come from a family where gravy is considered a beverage. & Did you ever notice that the first piece of luggage on the carousel never belongs to anyone? ~Erma Bombeck
Have a safe and happy Winter Break!! See you in two weeks:) ~Team 8C
Algebra
Today we played math games!
HW: none
Math 8
Today we completed slope and y-intercept activities.
HW: none
Language Arts
Today we finished navigating the remaining resources and topics students had not had a chance to explore this week.
HW: Enjoy your family and friends!
Science
Today we viewed a video on Gravity and Momentum. A video guide was completed for each.
HW: none
Social Studies
Today we finished viewing the Fort Knox video about what is kept under tight security.
HW: none
Friday, December 16, 2011
Thursday, December 15, 2011
All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Algebra
Today we finished Warm Up #6 in class and gave 25 extra minutes to finish quiz from yesterday. We also watched a short music video on multiplying binomials using the distributive property (F.O.I.L )
HW: Distributive Property review
Math 8
Today we gave extra class time (25 minutes) to finish the quiz from yesterday. Began HW in class, translating data between Table, Graph, Equation and Story.
HW: Finish Table, Graph, Equation, Story worksheet (green)
Language Arts
Today we continued our research of texts and media on The Holocaust. Students will spend the rest of the week navigating these numerous resources.
HW: None
Science
Today we learned about Newton's Law #1. We worked on and completed an in class assignment.
HW: none
Social Studies
Today we viewed a video in class on Fort Knox and the countries reserve of gold bullion because it was pointed out that even in a democracy, governments have secrets.
HW: none!
Algebra
Today we finished Warm Up #6 in class and gave 25 extra minutes to finish quiz from yesterday. We also watched a short music video on multiplying binomials using the distributive property (F.O.I.L )
HW: Distributive Property review
Math 8
Today we gave extra class time (25 minutes) to finish the quiz from yesterday. Began HW in class, translating data between Table, Graph, Equation and Story.
HW: Finish Table, Graph, Equation, Story worksheet (green)
Language Arts
Today we continued our research of texts and media on The Holocaust. Students will spend the rest of the week navigating these numerous resources.
HW: None
Science
Today we learned about Newton's Law #1. We worked on and completed an in class assignment.
HW: none
Social Studies
Today we viewed a video in class on Fort Knox and the countries reserve of gold bullion because it was pointed out that even in a democracy, governments have secrets.
HW: none!
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
The bird a nest, the spider a web, man friendship. ~William Blake
Algebra
Today we took an assessment on Solving Systems of Equations by graphing, substitution and elimination methods.
HW: none
Math 8
Today we took an assessment on Determining and Understanding Slope
HW: none
Language Arts
Today we continued our research of texts and media on The Holocaust. Students will spend the rest of the week navigating these numerous resources.
HW: None
Social Studies
Today we looked at the Constitution and did a scavenger hunt.
HW: none
Science
Today we took a quiz on motion.
HW: none
Algebra
Today we took an assessment on Solving Systems of Equations by graphing, substitution and elimination methods.
HW: none
Math 8
Today we took an assessment on Determining and Understanding Slope
HW: none
Language Arts
Today we continued our research of texts and media on The Holocaust. Students will spend the rest of the week navigating these numerous resources.
HW: None
Social Studies
Today we looked at the Constitution and did a scavenger hunt.
HW: none
Science
Today we took a quiz on motion.
HW: none
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
A hug is like a boomerang - you get it back right away. Bil Keane
Algebra
Today we began Warm Up #6 and reviewed/collected HW. Students who had completed HW from past 3 days in class were allowed to use classroom computers to access/explore www.classzone.com as a study tool.
HW: Study on www.classzone.com (chapter 7) for assessment on Solving Systems of Equations by graphing, substitution and elimination methods.
Math 8
Today we continued reviewing how to find slope, completing the assignment from last night.
HW: Complete Review as a study guide for quiz tomorrow on Finding and Using Slope
Language Arts
Today we began a mini-research unit where students are using a vast array of resources to explore topics related to The Holocaust. In addition to using and practicing their reading and research skills to navigate texts and media, students are building their background knowledge for our upcoming novel.
HW: None
Science
Today we reviewed and practice the different formulas for motion, velocity and momentum.
HW: Complete handout on formulas and study for test.
Social Studies
Today we took notes on Federalism and the Three Branches of Gov't.
HW: review notes and practice presidents for Jan. 19th test.
Algebra
Today we began Warm Up #6 and reviewed/collected HW. Students who had completed HW from past 3 days in class were allowed to use classroom computers to access/explore www.classzone.com as a study tool.
HW: Study on www.classzone.com (chapter 7) for assessment on Solving Systems of Equations by graphing, substitution and elimination methods.
Math 8
Today we continued reviewing how to find slope, completing the assignment from last night.
HW: Complete Review as a study guide for quiz tomorrow on Finding and Using Slope
Language Arts
Today we began a mini-research unit where students are using a vast array of resources to explore topics related to The Holocaust. In addition to using and practicing their reading and research skills to navigate texts and media, students are building their background knowledge for our upcoming novel.
HW: None
Science
Today we reviewed and practice the different formulas for motion, velocity and momentum.
HW: Complete handout on formulas and study for test.
Social Studies
Today we took notes on Federalism and the Three Branches of Gov't.
HW: review notes and practice presidents for Jan. 19th test.
Monday, December 12, 2011
The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.
B.B. King
Algebra
Today we allowed for classtime to complete assignment given last Thursday, however, due to morning and afternoon assemblies on Friday, there was some confusion as to when the assignment was due. Students were given time to discuss answers within there groups and from staff on either elimination, substitution or graphing methods used in solving systems of equations.
HW: Complete 2 of 3 "Pizzaazz" worksheets working on solving systems of equations through elimination, substitution, and graphing. The students were asked to pick one that they are comfortable solving and one that they have had difficulty solving.
Math 8
Today we answered questions and reviewed/corrected the practice quiz given over the weekend (assigned on Thursday).
HW: Story, table, graph worksheet (gold). Answer 1 of each, only 3 total problems!
Language Arts
Today we worked on building background knowledge in preparation for reading the play adaptation of The Diary of Anne Frank. Students also worked with informational texts as we reviewed and discussed some key words and topics relating to The Holocaust.
HW: None;
Please note, any students who received an "I" for trimester 1 only have till tomorrow to submit their key missing assignment(s).
Science
Today we looked at momentum and inertia. We did a small lab and gathered data.
HW: Complete data and questions from the lab.
Social Studies
Today we reviewed the government plans put forth by the Continental Congress, Virginia and New Jersey Plans. We then also compared them to what we saw in the North Korea video.
HW: Make sure flash cards are completed on the presidents.
B.B. King
Algebra
Today we allowed for classtime to complete assignment given last Thursday, however, due to morning and afternoon assemblies on Friday, there was some confusion as to when the assignment was due. Students were given time to discuss answers within there groups and from staff on either elimination, substitution or graphing methods used in solving systems of equations.
HW: Complete 2 of 3 "Pizzaazz" worksheets working on solving systems of equations through elimination, substitution, and graphing. The students were asked to pick one that they are comfortable solving and one that they have had difficulty solving.
Math 8
Today we answered questions and reviewed/corrected the practice quiz given over the weekend (assigned on Thursday).
HW: Story, table, graph worksheet (gold). Answer 1 of each, only 3 total problems!
Language Arts
Today we worked on building background knowledge in preparation for reading the play adaptation of The Diary of Anne Frank. Students also worked with informational texts as we reviewed and discussed some key words and topics relating to The Holocaust.
HW: None;
Please note, any students who received an "I" for trimester 1 only have till tomorrow to submit their key missing assignment(s).
Science
Today we looked at momentum and inertia. We did a small lab and gathered data.
HW: Complete data and questions from the lab.
Social Studies
Today we reviewed the government plans put forth by the Continental Congress, Virginia and New Jersey Plans. We then also compared them to what we saw in the North Korea video.
HW: Make sure flash cards are completed on the presidents.
Friday, December 9, 2011
“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” Mae West
All classes participated in the Choir Assembly in the morning and then the Holocaust speaker, Mr. Alter Wiener, in the afternoon. There is no homework! Enjoy the weekend. :)
All classes participated in the Choir Assembly in the morning and then the Holocaust speaker, Mr. Alter Wiener, in the afternoon. There is no homework! Enjoy the weekend. :)
Thursday, December 8, 2011
A day without laughter is a day wasted. ~Charlie Chaplin
Algebra
Today we reviewed and discussed identifying information in story problems in order to create two separate equations to solve using Elimination, Substitution or Graphing methods of solving equations
HW: Divide up the 12 story problems given in class into 3 different categories.
A. 4 problems to solve using Elimination method
B. 4 problems to solve using Substitution method
C. 4 problems to solve using Graphing method
Math 8
Today we corrected and gave extra time in class to finish HW and ask questions The last 15 minutes of class we began a take-home Practice Quiz on Finding Slope
HW: work on practice quiz, have specific questions ready for class
Language Arts
Today we continued taking the OAKS Reading Test. Typically, students take about two days to complete the test, but a third day and/or make up days will be given to students who need more time or have been absent.
HW: None
Science
Today in class we learned about inertia and momentum.
HW: Finish the momentum worksheet.
Social Studies
Today in class we took the state capital's test. When students were done, they were asked to make flash cards of the 44 presidents. Those assessments will take place after winter vacation.
HW: complete note cards
Algebra
Today we reviewed and discussed identifying information in story problems in order to create two separate equations to solve using Elimination, Substitution or Graphing methods of solving equations
HW: Divide up the 12 story problems given in class into 3 different categories.
A. 4 problems to solve using Elimination method
B. 4 problems to solve using Substitution method
C. 4 problems to solve using Graphing method
Math 8
Today we corrected and gave extra time in class to finish HW and ask questions The last 15 minutes of class we began a take-home Practice Quiz on Finding Slope
HW: work on practice quiz, have specific questions ready for class
Language Arts
Today we continued taking the OAKS Reading Test. Typically, students take about two days to complete the test, but a third day and/or make up days will be given to students who need more time or have been absent.
HW: None
Science
Today in class we learned about inertia and momentum.
HW: Finish the momentum worksheet.
Social Studies
Today in class we took the state capital's test. When students were done, they were asked to make flash cards of the 44 presidents. Those assessments will take place after winter vacation.
HW: complete note cards
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning. ~Albert Einstein
Algebra
Today we worked on developing equations from story problems in order to solve using Elimination, Substitution or Graphing. Students were allowed to work within table groups to come up with proper equations.
HW: Systems of Equations (Practice) Quiz
Math 8
Today we practiced the skill of writing equations when given slope and y-intercept in a story problem.
HW: Additional Practice, pg 104-105, #'s 5 - 8 (all)
Language Arts
Today we began taking the OAKS Reading Test. This is the state's way of assessing students' reading abilities.
HW: None
Science
Today in class Mrs. Hay-Roe the counselor came and spoke to students about the Option HS in the district for next year.
HW: none
Social STudies
Today in class we completed the video on North Korea and received an introduction to the Holocaust for the guest speaker, Al Wiener, on Friday.
HW: state capital's test tomorrow
Algebra
Today we worked on developing equations from story problems in order to solve using Elimination, Substitution or Graphing. Students were allowed to work within table groups to come up with proper equations.
HW: Systems of Equations (Practice) Quiz
Math 8
Today we practiced the skill of writing equations when given slope and y-intercept in a story problem.
HW: Additional Practice, pg 104-105, #'s 5 - 8 (all)
Language Arts
Today we began taking the OAKS Reading Test. This is the state's way of assessing students' reading abilities.
HW: None
Science
Today in class Mrs. Hay-Roe the counselor came and spoke to students about the Option HS in the district for next year.
HW: none
Social STudies
Today in class we completed the video on North Korea and received an introduction to the Holocaust for the guest speaker, Al Wiener, on Friday.
HW: state capital's test tomorrow
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
We cannot teach people anything; we can only help them discover it within themselves. ~Galileo Galilei
Math 8
Today in class we worked on solving systems of equations, using the graphing, substitution, and elimination method.
HW: complete assignment from yesterday's class. Due Wednesday.
Algebra
Today in class we looked at slope. Including drawing and reading graphs.
HW: none
Language Arts
Today we played a trivia game that required students to identify various literary devices and elements in works of literature.
HW: None;
Please note, students who received an "I" for their trimester 1 grade have 7 DAYS to turn in any key assignment(s) that is the cause of their incomplete grade in Language Arts. If their work is not submitted by 12/13, their "I" will turn into an "F" permanently.
Science
Today in class students learned how to calculate acceleration and how to use it to complete a handout.
HW: make sure acceleration and displacement diagram worksheets are completed for class tomorrow
Social Studies
Today we viewed the video Inside North Korea. Students chose either the reaction paper (score up to a HP) or video questions (score up to NP). Due tomorrow.
HW: complete reaction paper or questions from video and study US capital cities.
Math 8
Today in class we worked on solving systems of equations, using the graphing, substitution, and elimination method.
HW: complete assignment from yesterday's class. Due Wednesday.
Algebra
Today in class we looked at slope. Including drawing and reading graphs.
HW: none
Language Arts
Today we played a trivia game that required students to identify various literary devices and elements in works of literature.
HW: None;
Please note, students who received an "I" for their trimester 1 grade have 7 DAYS to turn in any key assignment(s) that is the cause of their incomplete grade in Language Arts. If their work is not submitted by 12/13, their "I" will turn into an "F" permanently.
Science
Today in class students learned how to calculate acceleration and how to use it to complete a handout.
HW: make sure acceleration and displacement diagram worksheets are completed for class tomorrow
Social Studies
Today we viewed the video Inside North Korea. Students chose either the reaction paper (score up to a HP) or video questions (score up to NP). Due tomorrow.
HW: complete reaction paper or questions from video and study US capital cities.
Monday, December 5, 2011
A dream doesn't become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work. ~Colin Powell
Algebra:
Today we continued working on solving systems of equations through Graphing, Substitution and Elimination Methods.
HW: worksheets pg 165 & 166 (due Wednesday)
Math 8
Today we started a new seating chart and handed back past HW to file. We continued working on slope, today we focused on sing slope in real life situations.
HW: No new HW, complete any work that has not been turned in previously (additional practice #1-4, justification poster, past worksheets, etc.)
Language Arts
Today we reviewed the definitions of various literary devices and elements. Tomorrow students will be playing a trivia game that requires them to identify these in a number of works of literature.
HW: None;
Please note, students who received an "I" for their trimester 1 grade have 8 DAYS to turn in any key assignment(s) that is the cause of their incomplete grade in Language Arts. If their work is not submitted by 12/13, their "I" will turn into an "F" permanently.
Science
Today we worked on displacement and distance.
HW: complete displacement - distance diagram and be prepared to discuss tomorrow in class.
Social Studies
Today in class we took notes on different systems of government. Our notes included definitions and examples of 6 different governments.
HW: Review notes on governments and study state capitals.
Algebra:
Today we continued working on solving systems of equations through Graphing, Substitution and Elimination Methods.
HW: worksheets pg 165 & 166 (due Wednesday)
Math 8
Today we started a new seating chart and handed back past HW to file. We continued working on slope, today we focused on sing slope in real life situations.
HW: No new HW, complete any work that has not been turned in previously (additional practice #1-4, justification poster, past worksheets, etc.)
Language Arts
Today we reviewed the definitions of various literary devices and elements. Tomorrow students will be playing a trivia game that requires them to identify these in a number of works of literature.
HW: None;
Please note, students who received an "I" for their trimester 1 grade have 8 DAYS to turn in any key assignment(s) that is the cause of their incomplete grade in Language Arts. If their work is not submitted by 12/13, their "I" will turn into an "F" permanently.
Science
Today we worked on displacement and distance.
HW: complete displacement - distance diagram and be prepared to discuss tomorrow in class.
Social Studies
Today in class we took notes on different systems of government. Our notes included definitions and examples of 6 different governments.
HW: Review notes on governments and study state capitals.
Friday, December 2, 2011
"The better part of one's life consists of his friendships." ~Abraham Lincoln
Math:
Algebra
Today we reviewed yesterday's HW and covered specific questions involving using the substitution method of solving systems of equations. We also introduced the elimination method as an alternate strategy to solve.
HW: Thursday's HW extended over the weekend, also including Elimination worksheet
Math 8
Today we self corrected HW and continued working on finding slope
HW: worksheets, pg 152 and pg 153
Language Arts:
Today we continued practicing using our test-taking strategies in preparation for our OAKS Test. The practice test that students are completing will be assessed for proficiency in reading.
HW: Finish the practice test packet. Please note that students are to mark their reading passages to show either where they have found evidence to support their answer or to show they know what part of the text the question is referencing.
Please note, students who received an "I" for their trimester 1 grade have 11 DAYS to turn in any key assignment(s) that is the cause of their incomplete grade in Language Arts. If their work is not submitted by 12/13, their "I" will turn into an "F" permanently.
Social Studies:
Today we took an assessment on the Constitutional Convention. Then we practiced our state capitals. Spell and know 20 correctly.
HW: none
Science:
Today we did a warm-up how to graph speed. Then students received a handout on measuring constant speed and graph info.
HW: complete handout on constant speed and graph
Math:
Algebra
Today we reviewed yesterday's HW and covered specific questions involving using the substitution method of solving systems of equations. We also introduced the elimination method as an alternate strategy to solve.
HW: Thursday's HW extended over the weekend, also including Elimination worksheet
Math 8
Today we self corrected HW and continued working on finding slope
HW: worksheets, pg 152 and pg 153
Language Arts:
Today we continued practicing using our test-taking strategies in preparation for our OAKS Test. The practice test that students are completing will be assessed for proficiency in reading.
HW: Finish the practice test packet. Please note that students are to mark their reading passages to show either where they have found evidence to support their answer or to show they know what part of the text the question is referencing.
Please note, students who received an "I" for their trimester 1 grade have 11 DAYS to turn in any key assignment(s) that is the cause of their incomplete grade in Language Arts. If their work is not submitted by 12/13, their "I" will turn into an "F" permanently.
Social Studies:
Today we took an assessment on the Constitutional Convention. Then we practiced our state capitals. Spell and know 20 correctly.
HW: none
Science:
Today we did a warm-up how to graph speed. Then students received a handout on measuring constant speed and graph info.
HW: complete handout on constant speed and graph
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Life is good. Do what you like. Like what you do.
Language Arts:
Today we reviewed and discussed test-taking tips. Students then began practicing using these tips on a sample OAKS test.
HW: None
Please note, however, students who received an "I" for their trimester 1 grade have 12 DAYS to turn in any key assignment(s) that is the cause of their incomplete grade in Language Arts. If their work is not submitted by 12/13, their "I" will turn into an "F".
Algebra:
Today we began solving systems of equations using the graphing method and the substitution method.
HW: Complete worksheets started in class on solving systems graphically and using substitution. Both worksheets are double sided.
Math 8:
Today we continued working on finding slope
HW: Complete back side of Additional Practice worksheet , #s 3 & 4 (both sides should be complete by Friday)
Social Studies: Today we discussed the Virginia Plan and New Jersey Plan. Slavery and the 3/5 Compromise was also discussed.
HW: quiz tomorrow
Science: Today we worked on a guided reading that covered Speed, Distance and Velocity.
HW: Complete handout 6.1. Be ready to discuss in class tomorrow.
Language Arts:
Today we reviewed and discussed test-taking tips. Students then began practicing using these tips on a sample OAKS test.
HW: None
Please note, however, students who received an "I" for their trimester 1 grade have 12 DAYS to turn in any key assignment(s) that is the cause of their incomplete grade in Language Arts. If their work is not submitted by 12/13, their "I" will turn into an "F".
Algebra:
Today we began solving systems of equations using the graphing method and the substitution method.
HW: Complete worksheets started in class on solving systems graphically and using substitution. Both worksheets are double sided.
Math 8:
Today we continued working on finding slope
HW: Complete back side of Additional Practice worksheet , #s 3 & 4 (both sides should be complete by Friday)
Social Studies: Today we discussed the Virginia Plan and New Jersey Plan. Slavery and the 3/5 Compromise was also discussed.
HW: quiz tomorrow
Science: Today we worked on a guided reading that covered Speed, Distance and Velocity.
HW: Complete handout 6.1. Be ready to discuss in class tomorrow.
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