Luhmann: Today in math students introduced Chapter 5... Ratios! This will be continued after break. Homework: none :)
Chambers: Today in math students worked on graphing points on a coordinate plane to make a holiday picture. We will begin ratios after break. Homework: none :)
Thursday, December 19, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*went to the library for a checkout time
*continued watching "A Christmas Carol" & comparing our visuals of the ghosts
No HW
Tomorrow we will be doing a craft for Mexico Day & finish watching the movie while we create!! :)
No HW - although it would be great to read over break!! :)
Have a safe, wonderful holiday season!! Merry Christmas! Happy New Year!!
Have a fabulous break & we will see you in 2014!!
*went to the library for a checkout time
*continued watching "A Christmas Carol" & comparing our visuals of the ghosts
No HW
Tomorrow we will be doing a craft for Mexico Day & finish watching the movie while we create!! :)
No HW - although it would be great to read over break!! :)
Have a safe, wonderful holiday season!! Merry Christmas! Happy New Year!!
Have a fabulous break & we will see you in 2014!!
Social Studies
Thursday: Learning about Mexico continues!!
No homework (unless you did not turn in your Maya DBQ)
FRIDAY: MEXICO DAY!! Thanks for all the donations we will have a blast celebrating Mexico's culture.
No homework (unless you did not turn in your Maya DBQ)
Have a wonderful holiday break with your family and friends!! I'll see you next year:)
No homework (unless you did not turn in your Maya DBQ)
FRIDAY: MEXICO DAY!! Thanks for all the donations we will have a blast celebrating Mexico's culture.
No homework (unless you did not turn in your Maya DBQ)
Have a wonderful holiday break with your family and friends!! I'll see you next year:)
Science- Lillmars 12/19
Today in Science, the students...
1) turned in their family albums
2) did a poker chip activity to review sex-linked traits
HW: None! :)
1) turned in their family albums
2) did a poker chip activity to review sex-linked traits
HW: None! :)
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
MATH 7 - Luhmann
Today we discussed the rules to use when dealing with positive and negative numbers. The kids had work time and they will have more work time tomorrow.
Math: Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we finished our quiz from yesterday over area formulas. With the remaining time students read or worked on coordinate plane pictures. Homework: none :)
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
So sorry for the lacking of blogging this week, I am been home with my son.
We continue to work on "A Christmas Carol".... discussing classic literature, reading the play version aloud to each other, now watching the movie. We are comparing our visualizations from the play to the characters in the movie. We will also discuss things like theme, author's purpose, & character development later in the week.
No HW..... play out in the snow & read from a good book!! :)
We continue to work on "A Christmas Carol".... discussing classic literature, reading the play version aloud to each other, now watching the movie. We are comparing our visualizations from the play to the characters in the movie. We will also discuss things like theme, author's purpose, & character development later in the week.
No HW..... play out in the snow & read from a good book!! :)
Social Studies
12/18
Still learning about Mexico:)
No homework (Unless you did not turn in your DBQ last week)
Still learning about Mexico:)
No homework (Unless you did not turn in your DBQ last week)
Science- Lillmars 12/18
Today in Science, the students...
1) finished up the available work time for their family albums. We even did a self check and a partner check that should be turned in tomorrow with the album.
2) watched a genetics video.
HW: Albums are DUE tomorrow
1) finished up the available work time for their family albums. We even did a self check and a partner check that should be turned in tomorrow with the album.
2) watched a genetics video.
HW: Albums are DUE tomorrow
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Dobb 12/17
Resource ELA:
We continued watching "A Christmas Carol". We compared and contrasted the classic play and the movie, in addition to extending our list of themes (lessons learned) from the story.
HW: Read 20 minutes
Resource Math:
We calculated the unit rate of the parts of an object, using division steps and pictures.
HW: Using the problem solving sheet, students should add up that grand total for the price of the snowman.
Resource Guided Studies:
It's test taking tuesday! Many students needed time to continue problem solving through their math assessments. Many needed to remember to show work when doing so to receive credit for their thinking.
We also started a list of activities that students have found helpful for studying in the past. Topping the list was playing a game. For example, answering a question and getting to take a b-ball shot or answering a questions and getting to move a certain number of spaces.
HW: Productivity Checklist
Best wishes to all the MP3 students in their concert tonight! :)
We continued watching "A Christmas Carol". We compared and contrasted the classic play and the movie, in addition to extending our list of themes (lessons learned) from the story.
HW: Read 20 minutes
Resource Math:
We calculated the unit rate of the parts of an object, using division steps and pictures.
HW: Using the problem solving sheet, students should add up that grand total for the price of the snowman.
Resource Guided Studies:
It's test taking tuesday! Many students needed time to continue problem solving through their math assessments. Many needed to remember to show work when doing so to receive credit for their thinking.
We also started a list of activities that students have found helpful for studying in the past. Topping the list was playing a game. For example, answering a question and getting to take a b-ball shot or answering a questions and getting to move a certain number of spaces.
HW: Productivity Checklist
Best wishes to all the MP3 students in their concert tonight! :)
Math: Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we had our first day of the quiz on the formulas to calculate the area of rectangles, parallelograms, triangles, and trapezoids. Students were allowed to use a calculator and had the formulas available for them. Tomorrow we will finish up the quiz and spend the remaining time working on plotting points on a coordinate plane.
Homework: Any last minute review/practice with the area formulas that you need to do? We want you to be successful!
Homework: Any last minute review/practice with the area formulas that you need to do? We want you to be successful!
Social Studies
12/17
Today we skimmed p. 195-198 and took filled in notes about Mexico's revolutionary leaders and watched a 20 min. Mexico video.
No homework
Today we skimmed p. 195-198 and took filled in notes about Mexico's revolutionary leaders and watched a 20 min. Mexico video.
No homework
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- We took a colorblindness test
- we did a mini-lesson on colorblindness
- we worked on our Family Album - DUE THURSDAY!
- We took a colorblindness test
- we did a mini-lesson on colorblindness
- we worked on our Family Album - DUE THURSDAY!
English-Hickok
Today we started watching the original movie of, A Christmas Carol. Theme, setting, and characterization are some of the skills that the kids will be practicing these next two days.
Mexico Day
A big GRACIAS to everyone that brought items in for Mexico Day!! We will enjoy them on Friday:)
Lepo 1st hour
Here is the link I would like you to read:
http://www.hollandsentinel.com/article/20131217/NEWS/131219292
Homeless donation drive end TOMORROW!!
http://www.hollandsentinel.com/article/20131217/NEWS/131219292
Homeless donation drive end TOMORROW!!
Science- Lillmars 12/17
Today in Science, the students...
1) completed a "sex-linked traits" mini-lesson
2) continued working on their family albums
HW: Albums DUE Thursday!
1) completed a "sex-linked traits" mini-lesson
2) continued working on their family albums
HW: Albums DUE Thursday!
Monday, December 16, 2013
Math: Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we reviewed for our quiz tomorrow covering 4.1-4.4. Students were given practice problems that are similar to the quiz to practice tonight. Students can use a calculator on the quiz tomorrow and the formulas will be posted in the room.
Homework: Practice/Review for the quiz tomorrow!
Homework: Practice/Review for the quiz tomorrow!
MATH 7 - Luhmann
Today we finished our notes on rational numbers. The kids then got the rest go the hour to work on the assignment. The homework is to finish the worksheet. (just the problems in the bubbles)
BONUS
#8 terminating
#19 The bar should be over both the 6 and the 3
#23 -39/125
#27 -12 81/200
#34a -.55
#34b -11/20
#38 =
#44 math quiz
BONUS
#8 terminating
#19 The bar should be over both the 6 and the 3
#23 -39/125
#27 -12 81/200
#34a -.55
#34b -11/20
#38 =
#44 math quiz
Mexico Day!!
Each year the day before Christmas break we enjoy celebrating Mexico’s
culture in the 6th grade wing. This year we would like to have kids do a
craft, try foods, and gain more knowledge about Mexico by celebrating
Mexico Day December 20. Students will have a normal class schedule but
instead of having a subject that day they will participate in an
enrichment activity about Mexico’s culture.
Would you like to help by bringing in supplies? If you would be willing to donate the following, please have your child let me know. We would need them by next week Tues. (12/17)
- 100 corn tortillas
- 4 gallons of whole milk
Would you like to help by bringing in supplies? If you would be willing to donate the following, please have your child let me know. We would need them by next week Tues. (12/17)
- 100 corn tortillas
- 4 gallons of whole milk
Social Studies 12/16
Today in class we researched travel information about Mexico.
Here is the link you need:
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/countries/mexico-guide/#close-modal
No homework
Here is the link you need:
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/countries/mexico-guide/#close-modal
No homework
English-Hickok
Today we will continue reading the play, A Christmas Carol. Each student has a part and they sounded fantastic on Friday.
No homework
No homework
Science- Lillmars 12/16
Today in Science, the students...
1) completed another "I can..." journal
2) worked through a quick switch blood type actvitiy
3) continued working on their family album
HW: Albums DUE Thursday
1) completed another "I can..." journal
2) worked through a quick switch blood type actvitiy
3) continued working on their family album
HW: Albums DUE Thursday
Science - Spotts
Science today... 12/16
- We practiced some Punnett Squares with Blood Types
- We worked on our Family Albums (due Thursday!)
- We practiced some Punnett Squares with Blood Types
- We worked on our Family Albums (due Thursday!)
Friday, December 13, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Quiz on area on Tuesday. Please be prepared. You can Google any of the shapes to get practice worksheets to help you study.
Mr. Luhmann's class needs to finish their shape design for homework.
Mr. Luhmann's class needs to finish their shape design for homework.
MATH 7 - Luhmann
Today we moved onto rational numbers. We play war with some cards and took a few notes.
MEXICO DAY SUPPLIES:)
Each year the day before Christmas break we enjoy celebrating Mexico’s
culture in the 6th grade wing. This year we would like to have kids do a
craft, try foods, and gain more knowledge about Mexico by celebrating
Mexico Day December 20. Students will have a normal class schedule but
instead of having a subject that day they will participate in an
enrichment activity about Mexico’s culture.
Would you like to help by bringing in supplies? If you would be willing to donate the following, please have your child let me know. We would need them by next week Weds. (12/18)
- 200 styrofoam cups
- 100 corn tortillas
- 4 gallons of whole milk
Would you like to help by bringing in supplies? If you would be willing to donate the following, please have your child let me know. We would need them by next week Weds. (12/18)
- 200 styrofoam cups
- 100 corn tortillas
- 4 gallons of whole milk
Social Studies
Friday:
CNN student news
Read about the geography of Mexico.
DBQ were due today, no homework!!
CNN student news
Read about the geography of Mexico.
DBQ were due today, no homework!!
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*went over what we found on our practice database search
*discussed what a classic story is
*started reading "A Christmas Carol"
No HW! Enjoy the snow & family this weekend!!
*went over what we found on our practice database search
*discussed what a classic story is
*started reading "A Christmas Carol"
No HW! Enjoy the snow & family this weekend!!
English-Hickok`
Today we finished our "Miss Houser" letters and we started practicing parts for, A Christmas Carol.
No homework
No homework
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- First Genetics Quiz
- Worked on Family Album - due Tuesday
- Have a lovely weekend!
- First Genetics Quiz
- Worked on Family Album - due Tuesday
- Have a lovely weekend!
Science- Lillmars 12/13
Today in Science, the students...
1) took their first genetics quiz
2) continued working on their family albums
HW: Let's try to have the albums ready to turn in next Tuesday! Plan on a little more class time Monday.
1) took their first genetics quiz
2) continued working on their family albums
HW: Let's try to have the albums ready to turn in next Tuesday! Plan on a little more class time Monday.
Thursday, December 12, 2013
Math: Chambers/Luhmann
Luhmann: today in math we learned how to plot points on a coordinate plane and then calculate the area of the shape we created. Students had work time. Homework: finish up the Coordinate plane worksheet.
Chambers: today in a th we reviewed the 2 concepts from yesterday and the spent the remaining time working on the worksheets for practice. Homework: finish up the two worksheets and if you have some you are stuck on...come with questions tomorrow!
Chambers: today in a th we reviewed the 2 concepts from yesterday and the spent the remaining time working on the worksheets for practice. Homework: finish up the two worksheets and if you have some you are stuck on...come with questions tomorrow!
Mexico Day 12/20
Each year the day before Christmas break we enjoy celebrating Mexico’s culture in the 6th grade wing. This year we would like to have kids do a craft, try foods, and gain more knowledge about Mexico by celebrating Mexico Day December 20. Students will have a normal class schedule but instead of having a subject that day they will participate in an enrichment activity about Mexico’s culture.
Would you like to help by bringing in supplies? If you would be willing to donate the following, please have your child let me know. We would need them by next week Weds. (12/18)
- 200 styrofoam cups
- 100 corn tortillas
- 4 gallons of whole milk
Would you like to help by bringing in supplies? If you would be willing to donate the following, please have your child let me know. We would need them by next week Weds. (12/18)
- 200 styrofoam cups
- 100 corn tortillas
- 4 gallons of whole milk
Social Studies
Thursday
We worked on finishing our Maya DBQ (due tomorrow).
We also worked on mapping Mexico geographic features and summaries information from maps in the desk atlas.
HW: DBQ due FRIDAY!!
Mexico Map from National Geographic:
Click here to see an interactive Mexico map from National Geographic
We worked on finishing our Maya DBQ (due tomorrow).
We also worked on mapping Mexico geographic features and summaries information from maps in the desk atlas.
HW: DBQ due FRIDAY!!
Mexico Map from National Geographic:
Click here to see an interactive Mexico map from National Geographic
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Blood Type Mini-lesson
- Work on Family Album
- Genetics Quiz tomorrow! Do a bit of reviewing.
- Blood Type Mini-lesson
- Work on Family Album
- Genetics Quiz tomorrow! Do a bit of reviewing.
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Math: Chambers/Luhmann
Luhmann: Today in math we learned how to calculate the area of a composite figure. Students divided larger shapes into smaller shapes and then calculated the area of those smaller shapes.
Homework: Skills Review and 4.3 Practice Extension worksheet
Chambers: Due to the fact that Mrs. Chambers will be gone on Thursday for a meeting, students went through 2 lessons today. 1. Composite figures (same as Mr. Luhmann's class) and 2. Plotting points and calculating the area of the shape that is created. Tomorrow will be a work day on the two assignments.
Homework: Skills Review and students can work for 10 minutes on the composite figures worksheet if they want to. Tomorrow will be a workday for both and all will be checked on Friday. If students have questions, they may ask me in class on Friday.
Homework: Skills Review and 4.3 Practice Extension worksheet
Chambers: Due to the fact that Mrs. Chambers will be gone on Thursday for a meeting, students went through 2 lessons today. 1. Composite figures (same as Mr. Luhmann's class) and 2. Plotting points and calculating the area of the shape that is created. Tomorrow will be a work day on the two assignments.
Homework: Skills Review and students can work for 10 minutes on the composite figures worksheet if they want to. Tomorrow will be a workday for both and all will be checked on Friday. If students have questions, they may ask me in class on Friday.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*created Kind Words Wednesday cards
*assigned parts for our upcoming reading of "A Christmas Carol"
*practiced using databases
No HW
Tomorrow (Thursday) we will:
*share book recommendations
*go to the library to check out books
*finish up our practice using databases
No HW
*created Kind Words Wednesday cards
*assigned parts for our upcoming reading of "A Christmas Carol"
*practiced using databases
No HW
Tomorrow (Thursday) we will:
*share book recommendations
*go to the library to check out books
*finish up our practice using databases
No HW
MATH 7 - Luhmann
Today in math we discussed the multiplying and dividing homework for Monday. The kids had a chance to pick up a chapter review that we will go over tomorrow. Tomorrow we will have our first quistessment point. (the kids know what this is!) The homework is to study the notes and homework for the chapter.
English- Hickok
Today the kids got into groups and discussed their "facts" they researched on their practice topic. Together they evaluated the best databases, research techniques, and ways to organize their notes. They also did a quick personal bio of themselves that will be shared with Miss Houser, our student teacher that will start in January.
HW- Go play in the snow and read a good book...not at the same time though. :)
HW- Go play in the snow and read a good book...not at the same time though. :)
Science- Lillmars 12/11
Today in Science, the students...
1) completed a "blood type" mini-lesson
2) began drawing their fictitious family (based on their genetic traits) in their family album
HW: Review! Genetics quiz #1 is Friday!
1) completed a "blood type" mini-lesson
2) began drawing their fictitious family (based on their genetic traits) in their family album
HW: Review! Genetics quiz #1 is Friday!
Monday, December 9, 2013
Math: Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we learned how to calculate the area of a trapezoid. Students spent the rest of the hour practicing using the formula to solve the area problems. Homework: trapezoid worksheet and a skills review sheet.
To find the are of a trapezoid:
1) add the two bases together
2) multiply by the height
3) divide by 2
Or 1/2 (base 1 + base 2) x height
To find the are of a trapezoid:
1) add the two bases together
2) multiply by the height
3) divide by 2
Or 1/2 (base 1 + base 2) x height
Social Studies
Monday
Today we typed (or hand wrote) our Mayan DBQ essays. Some students had time to peer edit.
Final ESSAY Due Friday
Please remember tomorrow we do not have school so staff and students are able to attend the funeral service for Mr. Hoppe at 1:30. Please have a safe and peaceful day tomorrow.
Today we typed (or hand wrote) our Mayan DBQ essays. Some students had time to peer edit.
Final ESSAY Due Friday
Please remember tomorrow we do not have school so staff and students are able to attend the funeral service for Mr. Hoppe at 1:30. Please have a safe and peaceful day tomorrow.
MATH 7- Luhmann
MATH 7 - Today we finished up the notes on multiplying positive and negative numbers. The rules for dividing are the same. Yea! The homework is to finish the worksheets for multiplying and dividing integers. We have a quiz/test/assessment scheduled for Thursday of this week.
BONUS:
Multiplying
#37 (-36)
#42 38
#44 1792, (-7168)
#48 (-25)
Dividing
#21 undefined
#29 (-8)
#31 65
#34 (-10)
BONUS:
Multiplying
#37 (-36)
#42 38
#44 1792, (-7168)
#48 (-25)
Dividing
#21 undefined
#29 (-8)
#31 65
#34 (-10)
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*reviewed plagiarism
*discussed keeping track of sources
*were introduced to databases briefly - more to come Wed.
~No HW aside from reading for practice!~
*reviewed plagiarism
*discussed keeping track of sources
*were introduced to databases briefly - more to come Wed.
~No HW aside from reading for practice!~
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Start with a journal today
- Discuss twins in a mini-lesson'
- Work on Family Album
No Homework. Remember no school tomorrow so teachers and high school students can attend the funeral services for Mr. Hoppe.
- Start with a journal today
- Discuss twins in a mini-lesson'
- Work on Family Album
No Homework. Remember no school tomorrow so teachers and high school students can attend the funeral services for Mr. Hoppe.
Science- Lillmars 12/9
Today in Science, the students...
1) completed a mini-lesson about identical and fraternal twins
2) began flipping a coin to figure out the traits of the children in their family albums
No homework-- but expect a genetics quiz at the end of the week!
1) completed a mini-lesson about identical and fraternal twins
2) began flipping a coin to figure out the traits of the children in their family albums
No homework-- but expect a genetics quiz at the end of the week!
Friday, December 6, 2013
Math:Chambers/Luhmann
For math today we reviewed the formula for finding the area of a triangle. Then students had work time to practice calculating the area of a variety of triangles. Homework: worksheet on triangles. Students CAN use a calculator on the area problems as long as they write down the math they are doing.
Next week will be area of trapezoid sand composite figures.
If your child is struggling...have them go see his/her math teacher :) We want to help.
Next week will be area of trapezoid sand composite figures.
If your child is struggling...have them go see his/her math teacher :) We want to help.
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
MATH 7 - Today we reviewed subtracting positive and negative integers and took notes on multiplying positive and negative integers. There is no homework for tonight. We plan on having a test over chapter 1 on Thursday off next week.
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Punnett Sqaure mini-lesson
- Family Album
No Homework, but an important letter coming home today from Mr. Tebo.
- Punnett Sqaure mini-lesson
- Family Album
No Homework, but an important letter coming home today from Mr. Tebo.
Social Studies
Friday
CNN Student News
Worked on outline for DBQ
Shared creations from yesterday (Lepo)
HW: Work on outline for Monday
CNN Student News
Worked on outline for DBQ
Shared creations from yesterday (Lepo)
HW: Work on outline for Monday
Science- Lillmars 12/6
Today in Science, the students...
1) did a cut and paste chromosome karyotype activity
2) continued working on the "mom and dad" of their family album
No homework!
1) did a cut and paste chromosome karyotype activity
2) continued working on the "mom and dad" of their family album
No homework!
Thursday, December 5, 2013
Math: Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we finished our area of triangles activity. With the remaining time we practiced how to solve area of triangle problems. Homework: Skills Review sheet
Social Studies
Thursday
Today we continued working on our Mayan DBQ - ask your child what we did in class today!!
No homework (unless Doc A, B, C, D are not done)
Today we continued working on our Mayan DBQ - ask your child what we did in class today!!
No homework (unless Doc A, B, C, D are not done)
English-Hickok
Today the kids worked on identifying the key parts of an essay, which is practice for their future research essay writing. They also went to the library to return, renew or check out books.
I am at a conference today, but the kids are in good hands with Mr. Barr.
No homework
I am at a conference today, but the kids are in good hands with Mr. Barr.
No homework
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*shared recommendations & headed to library for checkout
*reviewed over the parts of an essay(from the activity yesterday)
*discussed plagiarism & how to avoid it
~No HW!~
*shared recommendations & headed to library for checkout
*reviewed over the parts of an essay(from the activity yesterday)
*discussed plagiarism & how to avoid it
~No HW!~
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Finish up the Gregor Mendel Reading and response
- Work on Family Album dad and mom
- no HW
- Finish up the Gregor Mendel Reading and response
- Work on Family Album dad and mom
- no HW
Science- Lillmars 12/5
Today in Science, the students...
1) completed a Punnett Square mini-lesson
2) continued working on their family albums
No homework!
1) completed a Punnett Square mini-lesson
2) continued working on their family albums
No homework!
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Math-Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math students corrected their area of a parallelogram worksheet. We then did an activity to investigate how to find the area of a triangle. Homework: Skills Review sheet
Social Studies
Wednesday
Today we continued working on our Maya documents preparing for the DBQ writing we will start later this week.
HW: Make sure Doc B, C, and D are done for tomorrow (many students finished in class).
Today we continued working on our Maya documents preparing for the DBQ writing we will start later this week.
HW: Make sure Doc B, C, and D are done for tomorrow (many students finished in class).
Science- Lillmars 12/4
Today in Science, the students...
1) completed a mini-lesson about chromosomes
2) started pulling traits for the fictitious dad and mom in their "family album"
No homework!
1) completed a mini-lesson about chromosomes
2) started pulling traits for the fictitious dad and mom in their "family album"
No homework!
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*did brain teaser Tuesday
*wrote an on demand essay as a pre-test to our informational/essay writing unit
No HW, aside from some at home reading! :)
*did brain teaser Tuesday
*wrote an on demand essay as a pre-test to our informational/essay writing unit
No HW, aside from some at home reading! :)
Math-Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we learned how to calculate the area of a parallelogram. Students learned that to calculate the area of a parallologram they need to multiply Base x Height. They are allowed to use a calculator for the math calculations as long as they write down the math that they are doing.
Homework: Finish up the 4.1 Area of Parallelogram worksheet
MATH 7 - Today the kids went through their first assignment and corrected it in class. We ended the hour with some notes about adding integers. No homework tonight.
Homework: Finish up the 4.1 Area of Parallelogram worksheet
MATH 7 - Today the kids went through their first assignment and corrected it in class. We ended the hour with some notes about adding integers. No homework tonight.
Science- Lillmars 12/3
Today in Science, the students...
1) reflected in their "I Can..." journals about Gregor Mendel and genes
2) watched a video about Genetics
No homework!
1) reflected in their "I Can..." journals about Gregor Mendel and genes
2) watched a video about Genetics
No homework!
English-Hickok
Today the kids got a new seating chart and we discussed topic choices for our upcoming "on demand" writing assignment. They also had a little time to do some research for this upcoming topic.
Progress reports were sent home yesterday, so please ask about it if they haven't shared it with you yet.
'~~ Please note: The reports your student received today will show how they are doing in the area of each standard assessed in Trimester 1. Grades are also updated online. Due to the need to report a final grade, we did end up averaging how students did on standards into a final grade. All writing standards were worth 45%, all reading standards worth 45%, and all language standards worth 10%. However, we did discuss with the students and encourage them to not just focus on a final grade, but really look at their marks for each standard to get a good picture of what they understand well & where they could use improvement!!~
No homework
Progress reports were sent home yesterday, so please ask about it if they haven't shared it with you yet.
'~~ Please note: The reports your student received today will show how they are doing in the area of each standard assessed in Trimester 1. Grades are also updated online. Due to the need to report a final grade, we did end up averaging how students did on standards into a final grade. All writing standards were worth 45%, all reading standards worth 45%, and all language standards worth 10%. However, we did discuss with the students and encourage them to not just focus on a final grade, but really look at their marks for each standard to get a good picture of what they understand well & where they could use improvement!!~
Social Studies
Tuesday
Today we worked on the Maya DBQ - ask your child about it.
HW: Document A must be done by Tomorrow!!
Today we worked on the Maya DBQ - ask your child about it.
HW: Document A must be done by Tomorrow!!
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Meet Gregor Mendel
- Mendel Reading and Response (did not finish so due on Friday!)
- Meet Gregor Mendel
- Mendel Reading and Response (did not finish so due on Friday!)
Monday, December 2, 2013
Math-Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we investigated how to find the area of a parallelogram. Tomorrow we will continue on with this discussion and practice solving area problems with parallelograms. Homework: Skills Review
Reminder: Retake over 3.3-3.4 is tomorrow at lunch. Students got a review sheet the day before break with the answers provided.
MATH 7 - We discussed the new class and what the future may look like. We started taking notes on integers and on absolute value. No homework tonight.
Reminder: Retake over 3.3-3.4 is tomorrow at lunch. Students got a review sheet the day before break with the answers provided.
MATH 7 - We discussed the new class and what the future may look like. We started taking notes on integers and on absolute value. No homework tonight.
Social Studies
Welcome Back!!
We reviewed the Maya, watched a powerpoint created by Maya:), went over Maya test, and started the Maya DBQ!
No homework:)
We reviewed the Maya, watched a powerpoint created by Maya:), went over Maya test, and started the Maya DBQ!
No homework:)
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Hello Trimester 2!!!
Today we:
*finished up Christmas cards for Troops
*cleaned out folders
*previewed trimester 2
*received progress reports from Trimester 1
~~ Please note: The reports your student received today will show how they are doing in the area of each standard assessed in Trimester 1. Grades are also updated online. Due to the need to report a final grade, we did end up averaging how students did on standards into a final grade. All writing standards were worth 45%, all reading standards worth 45%, and all language standards worth 10%. However, we did discuss with the students and encourage them to not just focus on final grade, but really look at their marks for each standard to get a good picture of what they understand well & where they could use improvement!!~
Today we:
*finished up Christmas cards for Troops
*cleaned out folders
*previewed trimester 2
*received progress reports from Trimester 1
~~ Please note: The reports your student received today will show how they are doing in the area of each standard assessed in Trimester 1. Grades are also updated online. Due to the need to report a final grade, we did end up averaging how students did on standards into a final grade. All writing standards were worth 45%, all reading standards worth 45%, and all language standards worth 10%. However, we did discuss with the students and encourage them to not just focus on final grade, but really look at their marks for each standard to get a good picture of what they understand well & where they could use improvement!!~
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Happy New Trimester!
- We watched a Genetics Video to kick things off
- We completed a Mini-Lesson to go with the video.
- Happy New Trimester!
- We watched a Genetics Video to kick things off
- We completed a Mini-Lesson to go with the video.
Science- Lillmars 12/2
Today in Science, the students...
1) learned about the "father of genetics" (Gregor Mendel) with a little role play
2) read an article about Mendel using the iPads
No homework
1) learned about the "father of genetics" (Gregor Mendel) with a little role play
2) read an article about Mendel using the iPads
No homework
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Science- Lillmars 11/26
Today in Science, the students...
1) played trait Bingo
2) worked on the "DNA" take 5.
No homework. Have a fabulous Thanksgiving!
1) played trait Bingo
2) worked on the "DNA" take 5.
No homework. Have a fabulous Thanksgiving!
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- DNA Take 5
- Trait Bingo
Turkey Trot today!!!
Happy Thanksgiving!
- DNA Take 5
- Trait Bingo
Turkey Trot today!!!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Monday, November 25, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today we took our quiz on math properties and simplifying expressions. There is no homework tonight.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*completed gratitude journal #14
*presented our turkey presentations to others in class
NO HW, but DRESS WARM for Turkey Trot tomorrow!!!
Tomorrow we will:
*complete gratitude journal #15 & bring the journals home to be shared with famiy
*get back bully writing grades
*create Christmas cards for Troops
*participate in Turkey Trot at the end of the day!
HW- Share at least a few of your 15 days of Gratitude Journal with family & have a wonderful, safe, and Happy Thanksgiving and break!!!
*completed gratitude journal #14
*presented our turkey presentations to others in class
NO HW, but DRESS WARM for Turkey Trot tomorrow!!!
Tomorrow we will:
*complete gratitude journal #15 & bring the journals home to be shared with famiy
*get back bully writing grades
*create Christmas cards for Troops
*participate in Turkey Trot at the end of the day!
HW- Share at least a few of your 15 days of Gratitude Journal with family & have a wonderful, safe, and Happy Thanksgiving and break!!!
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- we got our tests back
- we took a class survey to kick off the genetics unit
- no homework today
TURKEY TROT TOMORROW! Dress warm.
- we got our tests back
- we took a class survey to kick off the genetics unit
- no homework today
TURKEY TROT TOMORROW! Dress warm.
Social Studies
Monday:
Today we are taking the Maya Test (I will try to have grades entered by Wednesday)
No Homework
Tuesday:
(Because of the Turkey Trot Run we only have hours 1-5)
CNN Student News
Mayan Articles
No homework
Have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving break!! See you next Monday:)
Today we are taking the Maya Test (I will try to have grades entered by Wednesday)
No Homework
Tuesday:
(Because of the Turkey Trot Run we only have hours 1-5)
CNN Student News
Mayan Articles
No homework
Have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving break!! See you next Monday:)
Science- Lillmars 11/25
Today in Science, the students started the genetics unit with a "class survey" of traits.
No homework.
No homework.
Friday, November 22, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*completed gratitude journal #13
*worked on our pleading turkey presentations.... be ready to present MONDAY!!
HW: Finish up turkey presentations for Monday!!
**FYI: Students who scored standard not met or progressing on their summary assessment earlier in the trimester were offered an opportunity to improve that score today.
Also, I recently entered a couple of scores for the bully argument paper.... check it out.
I have the personal argument paper to grade yet... scores to come for the end of the trimester grade! :)
*completed gratitude journal #13
*worked on our pleading turkey presentations.... be ready to present MONDAY!!
HW: Finish up turkey presentations for Monday!!
**FYI: Students who scored standard not met or progressing on their summary assessment earlier in the trimester were offered an opportunity to improve that score today.
Also, I recently entered a couple of scores for the bully argument paper.... check it out.
I have the personal argument paper to grade yet... scores to come for the end of the trimester grade! :)
Social Studies
Friday:
Watched CNN Student News
Played review game for Mayan Test Monday
HW: Study for Maya TEST MONDAY!! (Tuesday is the last day of the marking period therefore retakes will not be possible for this test)
Watched CNN Student News
Played review game for Mayan Test Monday
HW: Study for Maya TEST MONDAY!! (Tuesday is the last day of the marking period therefore retakes will not be possible for this test)
Science- Lillmars 11/22
Today in Science, the students...
1) took the Brain unit test
2) started the Genetics unit with a pretest
3) had DEAR time
No homework!
1) took the Brain unit test
2) started the Genetics unit with a pretest
3) had DEAR time
No homework!
Thursday, November 21, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we went over the assignment and did more examples. The homework is to complete 2 sections of the PracticeA/Puzzle Time worksheet and the skills review sheet.
Friday we will review more and on Monday we will have a quiz on math properties and simplifying expressions.
Friday we will review more and on Monday we will have a quiz on math properties and simplifying expressions.
Social Studies
Thursday:
-Compared Ancient Maya to current Maya
-Went over answers on for the Mayan test review
HW: Study for the Mayan Test MONDAY (end of the marking period is Monday so retakes will not be an option this test).
-Compared Ancient Maya to current Maya
-Went over answers on for the Mayan test review
HW: Study for the Mayan Test MONDAY (end of the marking period is Monday so retakes will not be an option this test).
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*shared some good books & went to library for checkout
*finished gratitude journal entry #12
*worked on our turkey presentations - - - students will give these on Monday!!
HW- Continue to work on your turkey presentations so you will be ready Monday!!
*shared some good books & went to library for checkout
*finished gratitude journal entry #12
*worked on our turkey presentations - - - students will give these on Monday!!
HW- Continue to work on your turkey presentations so you will be ready Monday!!
English- Hickok
Another productive work day for our turkey presentations. Great job everyone! Kids know if they are presenting Friday or Monday, so be prepared.
Don't forget about our middle school Turkey Trot next week Tuesday. See link below.
Turkey Trot
Don't forget about our middle school Turkey Trot next week Tuesday. See link below.
Turkey Trot
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Journal entry "How do I learn best?"
- Test Ticket Time
- Quiz bowl review
- Brains Test Tomorrow!!! Be Ready
- Journal entry "How do I learn best?"
- Test Ticket Time
- Quiz bowl review
- Brains Test Tomorrow!!! Be Ready
Science- Lillmars 11/21
Today in Science, the students...
1) wrote another entry into their "I Can" Journals.
2) reviewed for tomorrow's unit test over the brain. All students received a test ticket on Monday.
HW: Study! Now that we know how they work, strengthen those dendrites!
1) wrote another entry into their "I Can" Journals.
2) reviewed for tomorrow's unit test over the brain. All students received a test ticket on Monday.
HW: Study! Now that we know how they work, strengthen those dendrites!
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*did the 1st of more "Kind Words Wednesday" activities - ask your student about it!
*completed gratitude journal #11
*worked on our turkey presentations
No HW, unless you would like to work on brainstorming for your presentations!
*did the 1st of more "Kind Words Wednesday" activities - ask your student about it!
*completed gratitude journal #11
*worked on our turkey presentations
No HW, unless you would like to work on brainstorming for your presentations!
Public Service Announcement
We are all collecting food for people in need this holiday season. All donated food needs to be turned in to 1st hour by Friday.
*Lepo's first hour is making something for Thanksgiving if anyone would like to donate a brown paper bag (large grocery size) please bring in by Monday-you will get candy in return:) Thanks!!
*Lepo's first hour is making something for Thanksgiving if anyone would like to donate a brown paper bag (large grocery size) please bring in by Monday-you will get candy in return:) Thanks!!
Social Studies
Wednesday:
Today we continued to learn about Mayan Culture - ask your child about it!
HW: Work on test review and study-TEST MONDAY:)
Today we continued to learn about Mayan Culture - ask your child about it!
HW: Work on test review and study-TEST MONDAY:)
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Luhmann - Today we practiced identifying math properties when looking at equations. We also took note about using distribution and simplifying expressions. The homework is to complete the double sided worksheet with simplifying and math properties on it (not #62) and the review sheet.
BONUS:
#25 63 + 9c
#27 40g + 24
#41 68 + 28k
#45 3d + 1
#61 area: 108 +9x perimeter: 42 + 2x
Chambers - We did the same lesson as Mr. Luhmann. =) Since we are a little behind still, the homework is # 21-47. We will do the story problems from this sheet tomorrow.
BONUS:
#25 63 + 9c
#27 40g + 24
#41 68 + 28k
#45 3d + 1
#61 area: 108 +9x perimeter: 42 + 2x
Chambers - We did the same lesson as Mr. Luhmann. =) Since we are a little behind still, the homework is # 21-47. We will do the story problems from this sheet tomorrow.
English-Hickok
We had work time again to prepare for our "turkey presentations" that will be this Friday and next Monday.
Homework- Please manage your school work time and time at home so that you are ready to present this Friday.
Homework- Please manage your school work time and time at home so that you are ready to present this Friday.
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- we will prepare the rest of our study skills presentations
- we will do a gallery walk of presentations and take some pictures
- any leftover time will be spent on studying for our brains test Friday
HW - Work on that test ticket!
- we will prepare the rest of our study skills presentations
- we will do a gallery walk of presentations and take some pictures
- any leftover time will be spent on studying for our brains test Friday
HW - Work on that test ticket!
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Social Studies
Tuesday:
Mayan Culture - ask your child what we did in class!!
Students picked up a Mayan test study guide, test is Monday (end of the marking period is Tuesday so there will not be retakes offered for this test)
HW: Work on test review!
Mayan Culture - ask your child what we did in class!!
Students picked up a Mayan test study guide, test is Monday (end of the marking period is Tuesday so there will not be retakes offered for this test)
HW: Work on test review!
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today we took our math quiz on beginning algebra. The students took some notes on math properties that we will get into more tomorrow. The homework for tonight is a skills review sheet.
science - spotts
Science today...
- We did a journal entry
- we worked on our stations - present tomorrow
- We did a journal entry
- we worked on our stations - present tomorrow
Science- Lillmars 11/19
Today in Science, the students...
1) completed their third "I can" journal.
2) continued working on their imagination stations.
HW: Review! Make those dendrites strtonger! Our unit test is Friday. Students received a test ticket yesterday in class.
1) completed their third "I can" journal.
2) continued working on their imagination stations.
HW: Review! Make those dendrites strtonger! Our unit test is Friday. Students received a test ticket yesterday in class.
Monday, November 18, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we did some review for our quiz tomorrow. The kids get a practice quiz to go over as a study guide. The homework is a skills review sheet and to study for the quiz.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*completed gratitude journal #9.... Today, I am thankful we are all safe after the storms! :)
*had a last day to work on our argument paragraphs of choice.
HW- Please finish up argument paragraphs if you are not done!! We are starting something new tomorrow!!
*completed gratitude journal #9.... Today, I am thankful we are all safe after the storms! :)
*had a last day to work on our argument paragraphs of choice.
HW- Please finish up argument paragraphs if you are not done!! We are starting something new tomorrow!!
Social Studies
Monday:
We are continuing to learn about the Mayan culture and economics. Lepo's class held a Mayan market today.
No homework (Students will receive a study guide for the Mayan test tomorrow, the test will be next week Monday)
We are continuing to learn about the Mayan culture and economics. Lepo's class held a Mayan market today.
No homework (Students will receive a study guide for the Mayan test tomorrow, the test will be next week Monday)
English-Hickok
Today we introduced our "Turkey Persuasion" project. The kids are excited to show their creativity and writing talents! Ask them about it.
Keep bringing in food items for the Thanksgiving meals. You are making a difference.
Keep bringing in food items for the Thanksgiving meals. You are making a difference.
Science - Spotts
Science today....
- handed out test ticket, discussed how it works
- worked with our learning strategies groups on our project displays
- present learning displays tomorrow
- Brains test on Friday!
- handed out test ticket, discussed how it works
- worked with our learning strategies groups on our project displays
- present learning displays tomorrow
- Brains test on Friday!
Science- Lillmars 11/18
Today in Science, the students...
1) went over the Brain Unit Test Ticket
2) spent the hour working with their groups from Friday to create their imagination stations for learning strategies
HW: Study! Brain unit test is Friday!
*Kyle Heyerman, here is your reminder to bring your materials for BBG. :)
1) went over the Brain Unit Test Ticket
2) spent the hour working with their groups from Friday to create their imagination stations for learning strategies
HW: Study! Brain unit test is Friday!
*Kyle Heyerman, here is your reminder to bring your materials for BBG. :)
Friday, November 15, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
More review of algebra today… the homework is to complete 3.2 practice A&B worksheet. The quiz on algebra is on Tuesday.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*completed gratitude journal #8... they are really thinking of all the things they are thankful for!!
*worked on trying to finish up the argument paragraph on a choice topic
~No HW except reading at home this weekend!!~
Have a great weekend!
*completed gratitude journal #8... they are really thinking of all the things they are thankful for!!
*worked on trying to finish up the argument paragraph on a choice topic
~No HW except reading at home this weekend!!~
Have a great weekend!
English-Hickok
Today we identified our topic sentence, evidence, and arguments in the writing samples that were turned in today. You should see grades on this assessment soon.
No homework.
Good luck and be safe, my fellow hunters!
No homework.
Good luck and be safe, my fellow hunters!
Social Studies
Friday
Today we continued learning about the Maya, ask your child about their math system!!
No homework (Retakes for persuasive essay are Monday and Tuesday only)
Today we continued learning about the Maya, ask your child about their math system!!
No homework (Retakes for persuasive essay are Monday and Tuesday only)
Social Studies
Friday
Today we continued learning about the Maya, ask your child about their math!!
No homework (Retakes for persuasive essay are Monday and Tuesday only)
Today we continued learning about the Maya, ask your child about their math!!
No homework (Retakes for persuasive essay are Monday and Tuesday only)
Science-Lillmars 11/15
Today in Science, the students...
1) reviewed visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles
2) researched helpful study tips/ideas for these styles in groups
3) as a group selected the best activity for each learning style
We will continue with this topic next week!
HW: Study! Our final brain test is next week Friday.
1) reviewed visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles
2) researched helpful study tips/ideas for these styles in groups
3) as a group selected the best activity for each learning style
We will continue with this topic next week!
HW: Study! Our final brain test is next week Friday.
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- We started a study strategies project called the Imagination Station
- We did some research on study strategies
- our groups planned our stations
(Yesterday I had assigned a paragraph, but we did not get that far in class. Sorry if it was confusing. We are just going to skip it altogether to catch up a bit.)
- We started a study strategies project called the Imagination Station
- We did some research on study strategies
- our groups planned our stations
(Yesterday I had assigned a paragraph, but we did not get that far in class. Sorry if it was confusing. We are just going to skip it altogether to catch up a bit.)
Thursday, November 14, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we review some of the algebra from earlier in the week.
Mrs. Chambers' class has a skills review and 3.1 practice A worksheet for homework.
Mr. Luhmann's class has 3.1 practice A and B worksheet for homework.
The quiz over algebra is on Tuesday, Nov 19th.
Mrs. Chambers' class has a skills review and 3.1 practice A worksheet for homework.
Mr. Luhmann's class has 3.1 practice A and B worksheet for homework.
The quiz over algebra is on Tuesday, Nov 19th.
Science - Spotts
Today in Science...
- I Can... journal entry
- Learning Styles survey
- Read ADD article, highlight, write a summary paragraph - DUE FRIDAY!
- I Can... journal entry
- Learning Styles survey
- Read ADD article, highlight, write a summary paragraph - DUE FRIDAY!
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Math Chambers/Luhmann
Luhmann: Today in math the substitute teacher taught lesson 3.2. This lesson covered how to change from math words to math as well as from math to math words. Use the chart on the back of the notes booklet to help you with your homework.
Homework: Finish the lesson 3.2 worksheet AND the skills review half sheet.
Chambers: We are behind Mr. Luhmann's class (we will catch up tomorrow =)). We finished up 3.1 and taught part of 3.2. Homework: Skills review half sheet. We will do the 3.2 worksheet that Mr. Luhmann's class had for homework tomorrow.
Science- Lillmars 11/15 (Thursday)
I am posting tomorrow's blog entry early because I won't be here tomorrow.
Tomorrow, in Science, the students...
1) completed another entry in their "I can" journals
2) discovered their learning style
3) continued writing about the article we read on A.D.D
HW: Writing is DUE tomorrow. Also, we have our final Brain test next week Friday!
Tomorrow, in Science, the students...
1) completed another entry in their "I can" journals
2) discovered their learning style
3) continued writing about the article we read on A.D.D
HW: Writing is DUE tomorrow. Also, we have our final Brain test next week Friday!
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*completed day 6 of our gratitude journal
*worked in lab on finishing & printing bully DBQ writing
*worked in lab on research for our own choice argument
~No HW aside from reading @ home!!~
*completed day 6 of our gratitude journal
*worked in lab on finishing & printing bully DBQ writing
*worked in lab on research for our own choice argument
~No HW aside from reading @ home!!~
Social Studies
Wednesday
Learning about the Mayan civilization (timeline, eras, and daily life) - ask your child about it!
No homework
Learning about the Mayan civilization (timeline, eras, and daily life) - ask your child about it!
No homework
English- Hickok
Today we wrapped up researching evidence for our argumentative writing sample. The kids should be working on their rough draft by now. If they have questions at home, they have an outline to follow to help them write the paragraph.
HW- Have rough draft ready for Thursday.
HW- Have rough draft ready for Thursday.
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Roberto Book
- Learning Disabilities Mind Map
- ADD article with sticky notes
No Homework today:(
- Roberto Book
- Learning Disabilities Mind Map
- ADD article with sticky notes
No Homework today:(
Science- Lillmars 11/13
Today in Science, the students...
1) entered their first writing in their "I can" journals. Today's topic was "I can identify basic brain anatomy". Students wrote about what they have learned about the brain parts so far in our brain unit.
2) finished their brain helper/blocker notes from last week.
No homework!
1) entered their first writing in their "I can" journals. Today's topic was "I can identify basic brain anatomy". Students wrote about what they have learned about the brain parts so far in our brain unit.
2) finished their brain helper/blocker notes from last week.
No homework!
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Math: Chambers/Luhmann
Luhmann: Today in math students continued with the concepts taught yesterday on Chapter 3 Lesson 1. Students have a notes booklet to help organize their notes on the lesson. Students did a review sheet in class. Homework: The worksheet covering the concepts in 3.1 AND the skills review half sheet.
Chambers: We took notes on 3.1 in our Chapter 3 notes booklet practicing the skill as well as the new vocabulary of algebra. Homework: Finish the worksheet covering the concepts in 3.1 AND the skills review half sheet.
Chambers: We took notes on 3.1 in our Chapter 3 notes booklet practicing the skill as well as the new vocabulary of algebra. Homework: Finish the worksheet covering the concepts in 3.1 AND the skills review half sheet.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*completed day 5 of gratitude journal
*continued to type our DBQ paragraphs
*started on our next argument paragraph if we finished DBQ
~No HW!~
*completed day 5 of gratitude journal
*continued to type our DBQ paragraphs
*started on our next argument paragraph if we finished DBQ
~No HW!~
English- Hickok
Today we continued gathering information that will support our new argumentative topic.
No homework
Social Studies
Happy 11/12/13!!
Today we started learning about the Mayan Ancient Civilization. Ask your child about it!!
No homework (Test retakes are next Monday/Tuesday)
Today we started learning about the Mayan Ancient Civilization. Ask your child about it!!
No homework (Test retakes are next Monday/Tuesday)
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Finished the Helpers and Blockers
- Tried out some Mirror Activities to see how it feels to have a learning disability
- Jotted down some info on Learning Disabilities
No Homework except some of you owe me 1$ for journals
- Finished the Helpers and Blockers
- Tried out some Mirror Activities to see how it feels to have a learning disability
- Jotted down some info on Learning Disabilities
No Homework except some of you owe me 1$ for journals
Science- Lillmars 11/12/13
Today in Science, the students...
1) read/sticky noted an article about A.D.D.
2) categorized their sticky notes
3) began an organized writing about the article
no homework!
1) read/sticky noted an article about A.D.D.
2) categorized their sticky notes
3) began an organized writing about the article
no homework!
Monday, November 11, 2013
Math-Chambers/Luhmann
Luhmann: Today in math we started Chapter 3! Students took notes on lesson 3.1. Homework: Skills Review sheet
Chambers: Today in math we finished up our quizzes from Friday. We will begin Chapter 3 tomorrow. Homework: Skills Review sheet
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*changed seats! :)
*completed 2 gratitude journals (we had to make up one from Friday).
*worked on typing our paragraph - Should bullies be treated as criminals with evidence and arguments from our organizer.
~No HW, but you can always read! :)~
*changed seats! :)
*completed 2 gratitude journals (we had to make up one from Friday).
*worked on typing our paragraph - Should bullies be treated as criminals with evidence and arguments from our organizer.
~No HW, but you can always read! :)~
Social Studies
Monday
Current Events: Discussed and watched video clips from CNN student news about Veteran's Day and the typhoon in the Phillipines (Discussed connections to globalization and test Friday).
Started MAYA unit (KWLR and pretest)
Almost all classes had tests returned graded (sorry 7th hour, I will finish grading them tonight!).
No homework
Current Events: Discussed and watched video clips from CNN student news about Veteran's Day and the typhoon in the Phillipines (Discussed connections to globalization and test Friday).
Started MAYA unit (KWLR and pretest)
Almost all classes had tests returned graded (sorry 7th hour, I will finish grading them tonight!).
No homework
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Science Notebook Entry #1 - Identify Basic Brain Anatomy
- Finish Fishing Activity from Friday
- No Homework today
- Science Notebook Entry #1 - Identify Basic Brain Anatomy
- Finish Fishing Activity from Friday
- No Homework today
Friday, November 8, 2013
Math- Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we took the second part of our decimals quiz. This part was more challenging as it was all story problems. Homework: Skills Review Sheet
Enjoy the weekend!
Enjoy the weekend!
Social Studies
Friday:
Thanks for all your hard work this week, we had a lot of things due! Today we took a persuasive writing assessment. I will grade them this weekend and all grades will be updates next week Monday or Tuesday. They will be graded using the Language Arts 4 point rubric:
4=100% 3.5=92% 3=84% 2.5=76% 2=68% 1.5=60% 1=52%
No homework!! Get ready we start learning about the Maya civilization next week!!
Thanks for all your hard work this week, we had a lot of things due! Today we took a persuasive writing assessment. I will grade them this weekend and all grades will be updates next week Monday or Tuesday. They will be graded using the Language Arts 4 point rubric:
4=100% 3.5=92% 3=84% 2.5=76% 2=68% 1.5=60% 1=52%
No homework!! Get ready we start learning about the Maya civilization next week!!
English-Hickok
Today the kids took the SRI test. Lots of kids have been working hard on their reading, so I'm looking forward to seeing their results.
No homework
No homework
Science- Lillmars 11/8
Today in Science, the students...
1) did a "fishing" activity about brain helpers and blockers
2) took a brain quiz
3) finished their memory paragraph from yesterday
No homework!
1) did a "fishing" activity about brain helpers and blockers
2) took a brain quiz
3) finished their memory paragraph from yesterday
No homework!
Thursday, November 7, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
We took the first part of our quiz today (4 problems) and will take the second part (word problems) tomorrow. The homework for tonight is to complete the skills review sheet. Also, students should study the word problems on the practice quiz and past homework sheets.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*completed day 2 in our gratitude journal
*went to library for checkout
*worked on evidence & arguments for our argument writing
No HW!!
Just a heads up: SRI test tomorrow!!
*completed day 2 in our gratitude journal
*went to library for checkout
*worked on evidence & arguments for our argument writing
No HW!!
Just a heads up: SRI test tomorrow!!
Dobb 11/7
Today in ELA...
Students reviewed Document 3 (the School Handbook) to form thoughts on whether they think bullying should be a criminal act and what evidence supports their thinking.
HW: Read!
Today in Math...
Students processed through LCM and GCF word problems. They figured out both LCM and GCF for each word problem to evaluate which answer makes the most sense.
HW: Review sheet 11/7
Today in Guided Studies...
Students considered or sorted vocabulary words they are currently using in all their classes. After brainstorming the specific vocabulary words, students sort the words into categories with a partner to determine how the words are connected.
HW: Productivity Checklist
Students reviewed Document 3 (the School Handbook) to form thoughts on whether they think bullying should be a criminal act and what evidence supports their thinking.
HW: Read!
Today in Math...
Students processed through LCM and GCF word problems. They figured out both LCM and GCF for each word problem to evaluate which answer makes the most sense.
HW: Review sheet 11/7
Today in Guided Studies...
Students considered or sorted vocabulary words they are currently using in all their classes. After brainstorming the specific vocabulary words, students sort the words into categories with a partner to determine how the words are connected.
HW: Productivity Checklist
Social Studies
Thursday:
Turned in Democracy Vs. Dictatorship writing
Looked at an Infographic on globalization
Worked on outline and practiced persuasive writing
Watched CNN Student News
HW: Be ready for persuasive essay test tomorrow
Turned in Democracy Vs. Dictatorship writing
Looked at an Infographic on globalization
Worked on outline and practiced persuasive writing
Watched CNN Student News
HW: Be ready for persuasive essay test tomorrow
Science - Spotts
In Science today we...
- Handed in our Brain Response Questions
- Read and Sticky Noted an article on Memory
- Talked about quiz tomorrow - Review to Build those dendrites!
HW - Study for Quiz! (Brain parts notes, Neuron Notes, Brain Mind Map, Limbic System)
- Handed in our Brain Response Questions
- Read and Sticky Noted an article on Memory
- Talked about quiz tomorrow - Review to Build those dendrites!
HW - Study for Quiz! (Brain parts notes, Neuron Notes, Brain Mind Map, Limbic System)
Science- Lillmars 11/7
Today in Science, the students...
1) finished reading the memory article
2) put their sticky notes into categories
3) began writing about what they learned
HW: Review! Brain quiz tomorrow!
1) finished reading the memory article
2) put their sticky notes into categories
3) began writing about what they learned
HW: Review! Brain quiz tomorrow!
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
More decimals!!! More problem solving!!! The homework for today is to complete the other side of the problem solving worksheet and complete the review sheet.
Here is how the rest of the week looks:
THURSDAY : Decimals quiz #1: Four decimal problems (+, -, x, /) The students will also get a practice quiz for problem solving with decimals
FRIDAY : Decimals quiz #2 : Problem solving with decimals. The points from parts #1 and #2 will be combined.
Here is how the rest of the week looks:
THURSDAY : Decimals quiz #1: Four decimal problems (+, -, x, /) The students will also get a practice quiz for problem solving with decimals
FRIDAY : Decimals quiz #2 : Problem solving with decimals. The points from parts #1 and #2 will be combined.
Social Studies
Wednesday
Today we:
-Watched a Globalization video about fashion-ask your child about it!
-Went over what to work on to get ready for the writing assessment FRIDAY (all students have an outline, notes, and rubric) -Tomorrow we will work on these in class
TEST Writing Prompt:
HW: Democracy Vs. Dictator writing due tomorrow, TEST FRIDAY, anyone that did not turn in poster today=late and turn in ASAP
Today we:
-Watched a Globalization video about fashion-ask your child about it!
-Went over what to work on to get ready for the writing assessment FRIDAY (all students have an outline, notes, and rubric) -Tomorrow we will work on these in class
TEST Writing Prompt:
The President of the United
States want to get rid of all World Relief Organizations, you must write a
letter persuading him to change his mind and see the value in these
organizations.
HW: Democracy Vs. Dictator writing due tomorrow, TEST FRIDAY, anyone that did not turn in poster today=late and turn in ASAP
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*completed day 1 of our "15 Days of Gratitude Journal" - ask your student about it
*finished up our debate & took a final vote
*discussed and started organizing our argument piece of writing
~No HW!~
*completed day 1 of our "15 Days of Gratitude Journal" - ask your student about it
*finished up our debate & took a final vote
*discussed and started organizing our argument piece of writing
~No HW!~
English- Hickok
Today we practiced writing an argumentative paragraph using our documents from this past week. The kids will applying this skill to a new topic that they will choose this week.
No homework
Science- Lillmars 11/6
Today in Science, the students...
1) continued working on the 5 Brain questions that are DUE tomorrow
2) began reading/sticky noting an article called "How Well Do You Remember" about memory
HW: Questions are due tomorrow-- and students should be reviewing for their Brain quiz on Friday!
1) continued working on the 5 Brain questions that are DUE tomorrow
2) began reading/sticky noting an article called "How Well Do You Remember" about memory
HW: Questions are due tomorrow-- and students should be reviewing for their Brain quiz on Friday!
Science - Spotts
- Lists, Lists, Lists (Memory techniques)
- How Well do you remember? Reading and Sticky Note
- Brains Response Sheet -DUE THURSDAY!
- How Well do you remember? Reading and Sticky Note
- Brains Response Sheet -DUE THURSDAY!
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
English- Hickok
Today we had our trial! Kids did a great job supporting their claim with evidence and strong inferences. Well done. :)
No homework
No homework
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today we worked on problem solving. The homework is a review sheet and to finish one side of the problem solving paper. The quiz covering decimals is Thursday of this week.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*finished up some team planning
*started the "debate", as groups presented opening statements and started in on document evidence
~No HW, but certainly do some reading tonight!! :)~
*finished up some team planning
*started the "debate", as groups presented opening statements and started in on document evidence
~No HW, but certainly do some reading tonight!! :)~
Social Studies
Today in class we:
Discussed Globalization and filled in a Cause and Effect graphic organizer.
We then researched International Aid Organizations.
HW: Bill of Rights Poster Due WEDS.
Democracy vs. Dictatorship Writing Due THURS.
Discussed Globalization and filled in a Cause and Effect graphic organizer.
We then researched International Aid Organizations.
Assessment Questions on Globalization (WEDNESDAY)
Using the information you researched please do the following:
1. Focus my research to answer the following question: How does GLOBALIZATION affect the people that are suffering around the World?
2. Put yourself in this simulation: The President of the United States wants to get rid of all World Relief Organizations, you must write a letter persuading him to change his mind and see the value in these organizations.
HW: Bill of Rights Poster Due WEDS.
Democracy vs. Dictatorship Writing Due THURS.
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Hand in Mind Maps
- Limbic Speed Sort (practice notes)
- Memory Practice
- Brains Response Sheet - Due Thursday
- Just a heads up - Brain Quiz on Friday!
- Hand in Mind Maps
- Limbic Speed Sort (practice notes)
- Memory Practice
- Brains Response Sheet - Due Thursday
- Just a heads up - Brain Quiz on Friday!
Science- Lillmars 11/5
Today in Science, the students...
1) confirmed what they learned yesterday about the limbic system with "not-so-smart" criminal stories
2) worked on memory activities with "lists"
3) began working on "Brain Response Questions"
HW: Questions are DUE Thursday and we have a Brain Quiz FRIDAY. I spoke with my classes about what to study for this quiz yesterday.
1) confirmed what they learned yesterday about the limbic system with "not-so-smart" criminal stories
2) worked on memory activities with "lists"
3) began working on "Brain Response Questions"
HW: Questions are DUE Thursday and we have a Brain Quiz FRIDAY. I spoke with my classes about what to study for this quiz yesterday.
Monday, November 4, 2013
Social Studies
Today in class we:
-Make a mini book to help us remember the forms of government.
-Started a paragraph writing assignment about Dictatorship vs. Democracy
HW: Bill of Rights Poster due Wednesday
Paragraph due Thursday
-Make a mini book to help us remember the forms of government.
-Started a paragraph writing assignment about Dictatorship vs. Democracy
HW: Bill of Rights Poster due Wednesday
Paragraph due Thursday
Dobb 11/4
Today in ELA...
Students kicked off the Document Based Questioning (DBQ) Project! Over the next week the class will be looking at articles/evidence to determine whether bullying should be treated as a criminal act.
HW: Read!
Today in Math...
Students will work through Greatest Common Factor Word Problems and Least Common Multiple Problems, along with identifying vocabulary to focus on telling which operation to do.
HW: Review problems 11/4. This is a half sheet of 8 problems that are due tomorrow at the start of the hour.
Today in Guided Studies...
Productivity Checklist and "Make Your Binder Magnificent Monday!"
HW: Productivity Checklist
Students kicked off the Document Based Questioning (DBQ) Project! Over the next week the class will be looking at articles/evidence to determine whether bullying should be treated as a criminal act.
HW: Read!
Today in Math...
Students will work through Greatest Common Factor Word Problems and Least Common Multiple Problems, along with identifying vocabulary to focus on telling which operation to do.
HW: Review problems 11/4. This is a half sheet of 8 problems that are due tomorrow at the start of the hour.
Today in Guided Studies...
Productivity Checklist and "Make Your Binder Magnificent Monday!"
HW: Productivity Checklist
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*shared good news from the weekend
*checked in our signed letters - IF you did NOT get a signature, please take care of that tonight!!
*split into our "No" and "Yes" sides & started to work together to organize our points for our debate
HW- Get a signature if you still need to get one!!!
*shared good news from the weekend
*checked in our signed letters - IF you did NOT get a signature, please take care of that tonight!!
*split into our "No" and "Yes" sides & started to work together to organize our points for our debate
HW- Get a signature if you still need to get one!!!
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we shared our shopping lists from last week and finished up some word problem notes. The homework for today is a division worksheet problems 34, 49, 50, 51, 52ab, 59abc, and 60ab.
These problems are due on Wednesday.
Chambers: Since we had more work time than Mr. Luhmann's class, my class should be close to finished if they used their time wisely. We will go through the answers and work through any questions that students may have.
We will have a quiz covering decimals on Thursday. Most of the quiz is word problems so students will need to read slowly and think about what is going on in the situation.
Check out this video about the math.
BONUS
#50 4.8 feet
#59a 6.15 bowls
These problems are due on Wednesday.
Chambers: Since we had more work time than Mr. Luhmann's class, my class should be close to finished if they used their time wisely. We will go through the answers and work through any questions that students may have.
We will have a quiz covering decimals on Thursday. Most of the quiz is word problems so students will need to read slowly and think about what is going on in the situation.
Check out this video about the math.
BONUS
#50 4.8 feet
#59a 6.15 bowls
English-Hickok
Today the kids organized and practiced their "jobs" for Tuesday's court trial.
No homework
No homework
Science- Lillmars 11/4
Today in Science, the students...
1) turned in their mind maps
2) learned about their brain's limbic system
3) did a note sorting activity
No homework-- but we will have a brain quiz on Friday!
1) turned in their mind maps
2) learned about their brain's limbic system
3) did a note sorting activity
No homework-- but we will have a brain quiz on Friday!
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Learn about the Limbic System and how it affects learning
- Do a speed sort activity
- Finish Mind Maps - DUE TUESDAY
- Learn about the Limbic System and how it affects learning
- Do a speed sort activity
- Finish Mind Maps - DUE TUESDAY
Friday, November 1, 2013
Mrs. Dobb
Today in ELA we...
Checked out books in the library and worked on using sentence starters strategies to begin our writing.
HW: Read 2 pages and enjoy your weekend!
Today in Math we...
Started the hour by completing math stations. We then checked the weather and calculated the average temperature for the week. We also worked on transferring information from factor trees into Venn Diagrams.
HW: Have a fabulous weekend!
Today in Guided Studies we...
Completed a survey to find out more about our strength and challenges as learners. We also talked about how these strengths and challenges will impact our future career goals.
HW: Productivity Checklist :)
Checked out books in the library and worked on using sentence starters strategies to begin our writing.
HW: Read 2 pages and enjoy your weekend!
Today in Math we...
Started the hour by completing math stations. We then checked the weather and calculated the average temperature for the week. We also worked on transferring information from factor trees into Venn Diagrams.
HW: Have a fabulous weekend!
Today in Guided Studies we...
Completed a survey to find out more about our strength and challenges as learners. We also talked about how these strengths and challenges will impact our future career goals.
HW: Productivity Checklist :)
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*discussed document #6
*worked on a parent letter and selected our side & our evidence
HW: SHARE LETTER & GET SIGNED!! :)
Have a great weekend!!
*discussed document #6
*worked on a parent letter and selected our side & our evidence
HW: SHARE LETTER & GET SIGNED!! :)
Have a great weekend!!
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we talked about, and estimated, division problems with decimals. There will be quiz on Thursday over decimals. (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing)
HOMEWORK: Review the notes on how to do each of the 4 operations with decimals and complete the review sheet.
HOMEWORK: Review the notes on how to do each of the 4 operations with decimals and complete the review sheet.
English-Hickok
Today we looked at the signed parent letters and divided the class up into two groups based on what side of the big question they were on. Kids then organized subgroups based on responsibilities for Tuesday's court trial.
No homework
No homework
Science- Lillmars 11/1
Today in Science, the students...
1) worked on their mind map
2) continued watching the brain video we started yesterday
HW: Mind map is DUE Monday
1) worked on their mind map
2) continued watching the brain video we started yesterday
HW: Mind map is DUE Monday
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Dobb 10/31
Today in ELA...
Students learned a handful of ideas for effective sentence starters when paragraph writing. The used a previous writing (a movie review) to enhance their writing.
HW: none
Today in Math...
We reviewed factoring and started using that knowledge to find the LCM and GCF for two factored numbers.
HW: none
Today in Guided Studies...
We did each step of the Productivity Checklist.
We also reviewed all/any learning this year to find connections from one area to another. We then sorted our ideas into learning categories to strengthen our learning vocabulary.
HW: Productivity Checklist
Students learned a handful of ideas for effective sentence starters when paragraph writing. The used a previous writing (a movie review) to enhance their writing.
HW: none
Today in Math...
We reviewed factoring and started using that knowledge to find the LCM and GCF for two factored numbers.
HW: none
Today in Guided Studies...
We did each step of the Productivity Checklist.
We also reviewed all/any learning this year to find connections from one area to another. We then sorted our ideas into learning categories to strengthen our learning vocabulary.
HW: Productivity Checklist
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we shopped for a large meal and a few kids presented their shopping list. We also did some division with decimals. The homework is the division worksheet problems 20-22, 26, 27, 35, and 40-43. There is also a review sheet for homework.
Social Studies
Today in class we:
-Looked at how Halloween boosts our economy
-Brainstormed US Government
-Worked on a Branches of Government activity
-Went over Bill of Rights Poster - working on in class tomorrow!
No homework
-Looked at how Halloween boosts our economy
-Brainstormed US Government
-Worked on a Branches of Government activity
-Went over Bill of Rights Poster - working on in class tomorrow!
No homework
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*went to library for checkout
*finished discussing document #5
*worked on document #6
HW~ Think about what side you might pick and what documents support that thinking.
*went to library for checkout
*finished discussing document #5
*worked on document #6
HW~ Think about what side you might pick and what documents support that thinking.
English- Hickok
Today we discussed document 4 and 5 and read document 6. Document 6 is our last evidence document to help support our big question.
HW- Students are to fill out the parent "What's happening in English" letter with their top evidence to support their official claim. A parent signature is required for this assignment. We want your child to communicate what we are doing in class, and this will be a great way to do so. :)
HW- Students are to fill out the parent "What's happening in English" letter with their top evidence to support their official claim. A parent signature is required for this assignment. We want your child to communicate what we are doing in class, and this will be a great way to do so. :)
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- We completed a "Thinking like a Scientist" activity
- We worked on our Brain Mind Maps
- Bring in $1 for a science notebook
- We completed a "Thinking like a Scientist" activity
- We worked on our Brain Mind Maps
- Bring in $1 for a science notebook
Science- Lillmars 10/31
Today in Science, the students watched a brain video and took notes.
HW: Mind maps are DUE Monday-- students will have some time to work on them tomorrow in class.
*Note: If you haven't turned in your $1 yet and are still able to, please do so by tomorrow!
Have a safe Halloween!
HW: Mind maps are DUE Monday-- students will have some time to work on them tomorrow in class.
*Note: If you haven't turned in your $1 yet and are still able to, please do so by tomorrow!
Have a safe Halloween!
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
English-Hickok
Today we discussed document 3 and read over document 4 and 5. Unfortunately, 8 students did not have their questions answered with evidence after reading document 3. Please make sure you are taking care of this responsibility for documents 4 and 5 also. :)
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Several people owe me a progress report if parents did not come to conferences
- Handed in Genie questions
- Watched "Brain on Drugs" video and took some notes on what we learned
- Several people owe me a progress report if parents did not come to conferences
- Handed in Genie questions
- Watched "Brain on Drugs" video and took some notes on what we learned
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*wrapped up document #3
*read and responded to documents #4 & 5
*discussed with a partner
No HW!!
*wrapped up document #3
*read and responded to documents #4 & 5
*discussed with a partner
No HW!!
Social Studies
Today in class we:
-Shared our Imports Scavenger Hunt
-Mapped the "Flow of Imports"
-Discussed NAFTA and free trade zones
-School supply economy simulation
No Homework
-Shared our Imports Scavenger Hunt
-Mapped the "Flow of Imports"
-Discussed NAFTA and free trade zones
-School supply economy simulation
No Homework
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we discussed grocery shopping and it's connection to decimals. The kids 'shopped' around the room to buy food for a large family gathering. We will finish this tomorrow.
The homework is a small review sheet. (Chpt 1 & Delta 2 top)
The homework is a small review sheet. (Chpt 1 & Delta 2 top)
Science- Lillmars 10/30
Today in Science, the students...
1) did a "thinking like a scientist" opener
2) began working on a brain mind map
No homework-- but the mind maps will be DUE Monday.
*PS: We are asking students who are able to bring in $1 this week for a "Science notebook" that we will use starting next week! We thought we would save parents the hassle and go buy them all at once ourselves! :)
1) did a "thinking like a scientist" opener
2) began working on a brain mind map
No homework-- but the mind maps will be DUE Monday.
*PS: We are asking students who are able to bring in $1 this week for a "Science notebook" that we will use starting next week! We thought we would save parents the hassle and go buy them all at once ourselves! :)
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we continued on working with decimals. In our class discussion we focused on estimating a reasonable answer before starting the problem and then looking back to see if our answer makes sense. (one of the 11 statements)
The homework for Mr. Luhmann's class is to finish the adding/subtracting and multiplying decimals worksheets and complete the review sheet.
The homework for Mrs. Chambers class is to finish the multiplying decimals worksheet and complete the review sheet.
BONUS (on the multiplying worksheet)
#27 30.060 pounds
#58 150.183
The homework for Mr. Luhmann's class is to finish the adding/subtracting and multiplying decimals worksheets and complete the review sheet.
The homework for Mrs. Chambers class is to finish the multiplying decimals worksheet and complete the review sheet.
BONUS (on the multiplying worksheet)
#27 30.060 pounds
#58 150.183
Social Studies
Today in class we:
-Continued our economy simulation activity-ask your child if his/her life would be easy or hard based on the wage earned.
-Filled in tax notes (Fed./State/Local)
-Went over imports scavenger hunt.
HW: Do the Imports scavenger hunt!!
-Continued our economy simulation activity-ask your child if his/her life would be easy or hard based on the wage earned.
-Filled in tax notes (Fed./State/Local)
-Went over imports scavenger hunt.
HW: Do the Imports scavenger hunt!!
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*looked over returned vocab quizzes (ask your student about his/her score!)
*read & discussed document #3: the HMS student handbook
*noted how the document support both sides of the BIG question
~No HW!~
*looked over returned vocab quizzes (ask your student about his/her score!)
*read & discussed document #3: the HMS student handbook
*noted how the document support both sides of the BIG question
~No HW!~
Dobb 10/29
Today in ELA we...
-Journaled about our experiences with bullying
-read "I was Cyberbullied" but first read around the text - reading the captions, looking at the structure, pictures, and subtitles as comprehension strategies.
HW: Read!
Today in Math we...
-Stations (exponents, graphing, time, multiplication option)
-working through steps for prime factorization, lcm and gcf
HW: Practice sheet A
Today in Guided Studies we...
-tackled "Text Taking Tuesday" what strategies are you using...poster creation next Tuesday
-worked through the Productivity Checklist
HW: Productivity Checklist...completed by student and parent
Have a terrific night!
-Journaled about our experiences with bullying
-read "I was Cyberbullied" but first read around the text - reading the captions, looking at the structure, pictures, and subtitles as comprehension strategies.
HW: Read!
Today in Math we...
-Stations (exponents, graphing, time, multiplication option)
-working through steps for prime factorization, lcm and gcf
HW: Practice sheet A
Today in Guided Studies we...
-tackled "Text Taking Tuesday" what strategies are you using...poster creation next Tuesday
-worked through the Productivity Checklist
HW: Productivity Checklist...completed by student and parent
Have a terrific night!
English-Hickok
Today we discussed student evidence for document 2 and we read document 3 in small groups.
HW- Please finish reading and identifying evidence that supports the yes and no side to our big question.
HW- Please finish reading and identifying evidence that supports the yes and no side to our big question.
Science - Spotts
Science on Tuesday...
- We discussed the Maze expo - why we did it
- We jotted down some notes about neurons and how they change when we learn
- Genie Questions were posted yesterday, but we didn't get that far - sorry! They will be due on Wednesday.
- We discussed the Maze expo - why we did it
- We jotted down some notes about neurons and how they change when we learn
- Genie Questions were posted yesterday, but we didn't get that far - sorry! They will be due on Wednesday.
Science- Lillmars 10/29
Today in Science, the students...
1) discussed the purpose of the maze experiment. What happens in our brains when we learn something?
2) took notes on neurons (brain cells).
3) began answering questions about Genie from last week's story (oops, we never got to this yesterday)! Questions are DUE tomorrow
HW: Genie Questions
1) discussed the purpose of the maze experiment. What happens in our brains when we learn something?
2) took notes on neurons (brain cells).
3) began answering questions about Genie from last week's story (oops, we never got to this yesterday)! Questions are DUE tomorrow
HW: Genie Questions
Monday, October 28, 2013
Math-Chambers & Luhmann
Today in math we reviewed the four operations (adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing) with decimals. We took notes using a foldable with the steps typed up along with example problems.
Chambers class: We went through the adding and subtracting practice page. This should be finished up for tomorrow if possible. We are moving on to multiplication tomorrow =). Homework: Do the 8 problem math skills review sheet
Luhmann: Got back the multiplying and dividing fractions quiz from last week. Homework: Do the 9 problem math skills review sheet.
Chambers class: We went through the adding and subtracting practice page. This should be finished up for tomorrow if possible. We are moving on to multiplication tomorrow =). Homework: Do the 8 problem math skills review sheet
Luhmann: Got back the multiplying and dividing fractions quiz from last week. Homework: Do the 9 problem math skills review sheet.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*shared good news from our long weekend
*recapped where we were with our DBQ
*worked on Document #2
~No HW!! However, like we discussed in class today, you should ALWAYS read at home each night.... remember, 40 book challenge!! :)~
*shared good news from our long weekend
*recapped where we were with our DBQ
*worked on Document #2
~No HW!! However, like we discussed in class today, you should ALWAYS read at home each night.... remember, 40 book challenge!! :)~
Dobb 10/28
Today in ELA...
-Students in ELA read "Rachel's Story" to identify types of bullying and ways of preventing.
HW: Read!
Today in Guided Studies...
-Students finished quizzes and tests
-Made their binders "Magnificent"
-Processed through the Productivity Checklist
HW: Productivity Checklist
Today in Math...
-Students progressed through number sense stations
-Practiced GCF and LCM problem solving using Halloween scenarios
HW: Finish Halloween GCF and LCM
-Students in ELA read "Rachel's Story" to identify types of bullying and ways of preventing.
HW: Read!
Today in Guided Studies...
-Students finished quizzes and tests
-Made their binders "Magnificent"
-Processed through the Productivity Checklist
HW: Productivity Checklist
Today in Math...
-Students progressed through number sense stations
-Practiced GCF and LCM problem solving using Halloween scenarios
HW: Finish Halloween GCF and LCM
Social Studies
Today in class we:
-Went over Economy Vocab Tests
-Did a "Math in SS" handout figuring out taxes.
-Some classes started an tax activity -ask your child how much money he/she earns an hour in our simulation.
No homework (Unless you were not able to come to conferences, please sign the progress report send home Wednesday)
-Went over Economy Vocab Tests
-Did a "Math in SS" handout figuring out taxes.
-Some classes started an tax activity -ask your child how much money he/she earns an hour in our simulation.
No homework (Unless you were not able to come to conferences, please sign the progress report send home Wednesday)
English- Hickok
Today we pumped up our vocabulary by playing freerice.com in addition to reading document #2 for our DBQ.
HW- Have evidence responses finished in addition to reading document 2.
HW- Have evidence responses finished in addition to reading document 2.
Science- Lillmars 10/28
Today in Science, the students...
1) tested out their mazes in the maze experiment
2) answered questions about the "Genie story" we talked about last week
HW: No homework
*PS: We are asking students who are able to bring in $1 this week for a "Science notebook" that we will use starting next week! We thought we would save parents the hassle and go buy them all at once ourselves! :)
1) tested out their mazes in the maze experiment
2) answered questions about the "Genie story" we talked about last week
HW: No homework
*PS: We are asking students who are able to bring in $1 this week for a "Science notebook" that we will use starting next week! We thought we would save parents the hassle and go buy them all at once ourselves! :)
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*went to the library for our weekly checkout
*took a content vocabulary quiz
No HW! Please do read over the long weekend though!!
** If you were able to attend conferences.... great to meet you!! If you were not, I have sent home some information with your child today. Please look it over & sign/return the sheet attached. Let me know if you have any questions! :)
*went to the library for our weekly checkout
*took a content vocabulary quiz
No HW! Please do read over the long weekend though!!
** If you were able to attend conferences.... great to meet you!! If you were not, I have sent home some information with your child today. Please look it over & sign/return the sheet attached. Let me know if you have any questions! :)
Dobb 10/23
Today in ELA-
We finished watching Chrissa Stands Strong and identified different types of bullying. After watching the movie, we wrote movie reviews and sketched our favorite scenes.
Homework: Read for 20 minutes and enjoy your four-day weekend!
Today in Guided Studies-
We checked powerschool for missing assignments and tests/quizzes that need to be improved. We also worked on completing various test re-takes.
Homework: Don't forget to complete your productivity checklist!
Today in Math-
We worked in our math stations. We finished our Order of Operations worksheet and reviewed factorization trees.
Homework: Enjoy your four-day weekend!
We finished watching Chrissa Stands Strong and identified different types of bullying. After watching the movie, we wrote movie reviews and sketched our favorite scenes.
Homework: Read for 20 minutes and enjoy your four-day weekend!
Today in Guided Studies-
We checked powerschool for missing assignments and tests/quizzes that need to be improved. We also worked on completing various test re-takes.
Homework: Don't forget to complete your productivity checklist!
Today in Math-
We worked in our math stations. We finished our Order of Operations worksheet and reviewed factorization trees.
Homework: Enjoy your four-day weekend!
Social Studies
Wednesday
Today in class we:
-Took a 10 questions economy vocab. test
-Watched CNN Student News
-Finished and tested out airplanes
No homework - enjoy the long weekend!!
Today in class we:
-Took a 10 questions economy vocab. test
-Watched CNN Student News
-Finished and tested out airplanes
No homework - enjoy the long weekend!!
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- worked on our reading habit
- read the Genie story to learn about brain development
- made mazes for a lab next week
- worked on our reading habit
- read the Genie story to learn about brain development
- made mazes for a lab next week
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today was the QUIZ!!! Ask your child how he/she felt they did and then check Powerschool to see the score. No homework.
We will start adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing decimals next week. Look around in stores, TV, magazines, and other places to find how often decimals are used.
Enjoy the weekend!
We will start adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing decimals next week. Look around in stores, TV, magazines, and other places to find how often decimals are used.
Enjoy the weekend!
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Science- Lillmars 10/22
Today in Science, the students pulled interesting facts out of a "Brain" magazine. They also identified brain builders and brain busters. Class ended with students sharing brainstormed questions about the brain.
No homework.
*Reminder for parents: I will be coaching until about 6:30 tonight and will be at conferences as soon as I am able to be.
No homework.
*Reminder for parents: I will be coaching until about 6:30 tonight and will be at conferences as soon as I am able to be.
Social Studies
Tuesday
Today we:
-Worked on economy "Flow" notes
-Watched CNN student news
-Started our paper airplane business
-Played review BBall for the Economy vocab test tomorrow.
HW: STUDY review for test tomorrow
Parents, thank you so much for coming to conferences. Your support of our children and our school is so amazing and appreciated! Thank you for being patient and waiting in line:) Looking forward to seeing more parents tonight.
Reminder: No school for students Thursday or Friday this week - have a relaxing and safe long weekend!
Today we:
-Worked on economy "Flow" notes
-Watched CNN student news
-Started our paper airplane business
-Played review BBall for the Economy vocab test tomorrow.
HW: STUDY review for test tomorrow
Parents, thank you so much for coming to conferences. Your support of our children and our school is so amazing and appreciated! Thank you for being patient and waiting in line:) Looking forward to seeing more parents tonight.
Reminder: No school for students Thursday or Friday this week - have a relaxing and safe long weekend!
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*had a short review for our vocabulary quiz
*read Document #1 in our DBQ packet
HW~Please review over your vocabulary notes on types of bullying and HA HA SO strategies.
*had a short review for our vocabulary quiz
*read Document #1 in our DBQ packet
HW~Please review over your vocabulary notes on types of bullying and HA HA SO strategies.
English- Hickok
Today we had a short test review and we read document #1 in our DBQ packet.
Homework- Don't forget to look at your notes for Wednesday's test. :)
Homework- Don't forget to look at your notes for Wednesday's test. :)
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we played Bingo review. Tomorrow is a quiz on multiplying and dividing fractions and mixed numbers. Study up!
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- What do we wonder about brains?
- Mind Map/brain sketch
- Make a Maze
- What do we wonder about brains?
- Mind Map/brain sketch
- Make a Maze
Monday, October 21, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we did a 4 problem check in to see how dividing fractions was going. Begin the review now for the quiz on Wednesday. The quiz will cover multiplying and dividing fractions and mixed numbers.
Luhmann's class - your homework is to have 4 multiplying and 4 dividing problems done for tomorrow in class.
Luhmann's class - your homework is to have 4 multiplying and 4 dividing problems done for tomorrow in class.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*shared good news
*did a journal about consequences & fairness
*discussed our thoughts
*received our new mini DBQ(Document Based Question) documents with the BIG question.
(This will be the backbone of our next couple week so please don't lose them.)
HW~ Please review over bully notes on types of bullies, HA HA SO, and examples. We will have a vocabulary quiz on Wednesday!!
*Reminder: We hope to see you at Parent/Teacher Conferences tonight or tomorrow night. I look forward to meeting those who can come. If you cannot make it, please feel free to call or email. I will also send home a progress report and student reflection sheet on Wednesday if you can't make it. :)
*shared good news
*did a journal about consequences & fairness
*discussed our thoughts
*received our new mini DBQ(Document Based Question) documents with the BIG question.
(This will be the backbone of our next couple week so please don't lose them.)
HW~ Please review over bully notes on types of bullies, HA HA SO, and examples. We will have a vocabulary quiz on Wednesday!!
*Reminder: We hope to see you at Parent/Teacher Conferences tonight or tomorrow night. I look forward to meeting those who can come. If you cannot make it, please feel free to call or email. I will also send home a progress report and student reflection sheet on Wednesday if you can't make it. :)
Dobb 10/21
Happy Parent Teacher Conference Day!
Today in ELA-
-we viewed examples of the 5 different types of bullying watching "Chrissa Stands Strong"
HW: Read!
Today in Math-
-we warmed up with multiplication stations and counting money for number fluency
-we worked on factoring numbers for prime factorization and using a multiplication chart. We used this skill to calculate Greatest Common Factor (GCF) and Least Common Multiple (LCM).
Today in Guided Studies-
-we're switching up "Make your binder magnificent Monday" and "Test Taking Tuesday" to prepare for tomorrow's Economy Test in Social Studies test.
HW: Productivity Checklist
Today in ELA-
-we viewed examples of the 5 different types of bullying watching "Chrissa Stands Strong"
HW: Read!
Today in Math-
-we warmed up with multiplication stations and counting money for number fluency
-we worked on factoring numbers for prime factorization and using a multiplication chart. We used this skill to calculate Greatest Common Factor (GCF) and Least Common Multiple (LCM).
Today in Guided Studies-
-we're switching up "Make your binder magnificent Monday" and "Test Taking Tuesday" to prepare for tomorrow's Economy Test in Social Studies test.
HW: Productivity Checklist
Social Studies
Monday
Today in class we...
1. Went over progress reports before conferences tonight.
2. Made a review for the economy term test WEDNESDAY
3. Started some economy notes
Homework: STUDY review for the test WEDS.
*Parent/Teacher Conferences are tonight and tomorrow night 3:30-8:00. If you can't make it, you are more than welcome to call or email. I will also send home a progress report for you.
Today in class we...
1. Went over progress reports before conferences tonight.
2. Made a review for the economy term test WEDNESDAY
3. Started some economy notes
Homework: STUDY review for the test WEDS.
*Parent/Teacher Conferences are tonight and tomorrow night 3:30-8:00. If you can't make it, you are more than welcome to call or email. I will also send home a progress report for you.
Science- Lillmars 10/21
Today in Science, the students started the brain unit by...
1) taking a pretest
2) creating a sketch of the brain parts
3) writing facts about each brain part
No homework
Note: Parents, hopefully your student shared this with you, but just in case, I thought I would include a reminder that I will not be at conferences from about 3:45-6:30 tomorrow as I will be coaching my freshman volleyball team at the high school. I will have a contact list on my table for you to leave me your information if you would like me to contact you regarding your student.
Thanks!
1) taking a pretest
2) creating a sketch of the brain parts
3) writing facts about each brain part
No homework
Note: Parents, hopefully your student shared this with you, but just in case, I thought I would include a reminder that I will not be at conferences from about 3:45-6:30 tomorrow as I will be coaching my freshman volleyball team at the high school. I will have a contact list on my table for you to leave me your information if you would like me to contact you regarding your student.
Thanks!
English- Hickok
Today we shared good news, received the new mini DBQ documents with the Big Question. This will be the backbone of our next couple week so please don't lose them.
HW- There will be a content vocab test on Wednesday. Please take a look at you bully notes. We will have a short review on Tuesday.
HW- There will be a content vocab test on Wednesday. Please take a look at you bully notes. We will have a short review on Tuesday.
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- We need to finish cell project presentations (wow - they have been interesting!)
- Brain Pretest
- Brain Kids Discover take 5
- Questions we have
- We need to finish cell project presentations (wow - they have been interesting!)
- Brain Pretest
- Brain Kids Discover take 5
- Questions we have
Friday, October 18, 2013
Dobb 10/18
Today in ELA we:
-learned strategies to deal with bullying
-did a self reflection sheet to share at parent-teacher conferences next week
No HW
Today in Math we:
-did a self reflection sheet to share at parent-teacher conferences next week
-learned factoring tricks using a multiplication chart
-factored a variety of numbers to learn about prime and composite numbers
No HW
Today in Guided Studies we:
-did a self reflection sheet to share at parent-teacher conferences next week
-worked through the productivity checklist
HW: go through the productivity checklist AGAIN over the weekend, sign and return. Just a heads up that "Make you Binder Magnificent Monday" and "Test Taking Tuesday" are flip-flopping next week to prep for the Social Studies Econ Test on Tuesday and Math quiz on Wednesday.
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-learned strategies to deal with bullying
-did a self reflection sheet to share at parent-teacher conferences next week
No HW
Today in Math we:
-did a self reflection sheet to share at parent-teacher conferences next week
-learned factoring tricks using a multiplication chart
-factored a variety of numbers to learn about prime and composite numbers
No HW
Today in Guided Studies we:
-did a self reflection sheet to share at parent-teacher conferences next week
-worked through the productivity checklist
HW: go through the productivity checklist AGAIN over the weekend, sign and return. Just a heads up that "Make you Binder Magnificent Monday" and "Test Taking Tuesday" are flip-flopping next week to prep for the Social Studies Econ Test on Tuesday and Math quiz on Wednesday.
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Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*reflected on our own paragraph
*gave peer feedback on someone else's paragraph
*filled out a reflection sheet to prepare for conferences
No HW ,... although please do read this weekend!! :)
P/T Conferences Monday & Tuesday from 3:30 - 8! We hope to see you there!!
*reflected on our own paragraph
*gave peer feedback on someone else's paragraph
*filled out a reflection sheet to prepare for conferences
No HW ,... although please do read this weekend!! :)
P/T Conferences Monday & Tuesday from 3:30 - 8! We hope to see you there!!
MATH - Chambers/ Luhmann
Students need to use their notes to help with the homework. They should estimate the answer so they will have an idea if their actual answer is reasonable.
Chambers - Students discussed fractions and mixed numbers and what they really mean. The homework is to finish up 2.3A and 2.2B and do 4 division story problems.
Luhmann - We did another example of dividing fractions and then had work time. The homework is 2.2B. Students were given a progress report today to take home. Please make sure you see this before conferences.
Dividing Fractions Song
BONUS - 2.2B
# 12 31 1/2
#18 1/75
# 19 10 7/9
#20 11/32
#22a 900 pictures
#22b 225 pictures
Chambers - Students discussed fractions and mixed numbers and what they really mean. The homework is to finish up 2.3A and 2.2B and do 4 division story problems.
Luhmann - We did another example of dividing fractions and then had work time. The homework is 2.2B. Students were given a progress report today to take home. Please make sure you see this before conferences.
Dividing Fractions Song
BONUS - 2.2B
# 12 31 1/2
#18 1/75
# 19 10 7/9
#20 11/32
#22a 900 pictures
#22b 225 pictures
Social Studies
Friday:
Today we watched CNN Student News, ask your child about modern day slavery.
We then worked in the library writing or typing a power paragraph see writing prompt below:
After researching data from the US and other countries write a power paragraph about which country is economically stronger and use data to back up your opinion. Data should be included in detail sentences.
Power Paragraph:
Topic Sentence
3 Supporting Detail Sentences
Closing Sentence
We also started working on a vocab review crossword for the test next Weds.
Homework: Paragraph due Monday and start studying for the Economy Vocab Test next WEDS.
Today we watched CNN Student News, ask your child about modern day slavery.
We then worked in the library writing or typing a power paragraph see writing prompt below:
After researching data from the US and other countries write a power paragraph about which country is economically stronger and use data to back up your opinion. Data should be included in detail sentences.
Power Paragraph:
Topic Sentence
3 Supporting Detail Sentences
Closing Sentence
We also started working on a vocab review crossword for the test next Weds.
Homework: Paragraph due Monday and start studying for the Economy Vocab Test next WEDS.
Thursday, October 17, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we discussed division story problems took notes on dividing fractions. The homework is to complete worksheet 2.3 A, and show all the work.
Parent Letter
Ask you child to explain what KCF stands for and how to use it.
Ask your child to sing or dance to the dividing fractions song! SONG
BONUS!
2.3 A
#7 4/57
#10 5/7
#12 14/15
#20 14 plots
Parent Letter
Ask you child to explain what KCF stands for and how to use it.
Ask your child to sing or dance to the dividing fractions song! SONG
BONUS!
2.3 A
#7 4/57
#10 5/7
#12 14/15
#20 14 plots
Social Studies
Thursday
We are researching economy data for countries on the CIA Factbook site. Ask your child what he/she found out about literacy rate, infant mortality rate and GDP? Was it a surprise? How are these connected to how wealthy and developed a country is?
If anyone finished early he/she had the option of starting the writing assignment we are working on tomorrow and/or watching CNN Student News.
NO HW
We are researching economy data for countries on the CIA Factbook site. Ask your child what he/she found out about literacy rate, infant mortality rate and GDP? Was it a surprise? How are these connected to how wealthy and developed a country is?
If anyone finished early he/she had the option of starting the writing assignment we are working on tomorrow and/or watching CNN Student News.
NO HW
English- Hickok
Today we went to the library to build up our book inventory. The kids also filled out a conference reflection sheet.
No homework
No homework
Science- Lillmars 10/17
Today in Science, the students took their cells final test.
HW: Cell models are DUE tomorrow!
HW: Cell models are DUE tomorrow!
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Math-Chambers
Today I am posting separately from Mr. Luhmann because we have different homework due to the fact that I am at a conference tomorrow. Today in class we learned the steps to divide fraction and mixed numbers. We practiced a few problems in class. Tomorrow we will have the hour to practice independently or with a partner.
Homework: None =)
Social Studies
Wednesday
Last MEAP testing day!! All classes were a half hour.
Watched a video about how Culture and Economy are connected.
HW: Economy Vocabulary Test Next Week TUESDAY - study your mini-book and crossword puzzle.
Last MEAP testing day!! All classes were a half hour.
Watched a video about how Culture and Economy are connected.
HW: Economy Vocabulary Test Next Week TUESDAY - study your mini-book and crossword puzzle.
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- short classes because of MEAP
- Cells or Not opener
- Time to work on Test Ticket (kids have had it since Monday)
- Cells Test tomorrow!!!
- Cell Model is due on Friday (fill out the half sheet planner with it)
- short classes because of MEAP
- Cells or Not opener
- Time to work on Test Ticket (kids have had it since Monday)
- Cells Test tomorrow!!!
- Cell Model is due on Friday (fill out the half sheet planner with it)
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we continued estimating division problems and took notes about dividing fractions. The homework is to write and estimate 4 mixed number division problems and make a sketch for each one.
CHALLENGE: Students, explain what division is to your parents.
CHALLENGE: Students, explain what division is to your parents.
English- Hickok
Today the kids took the Social Studies MEAP. The kids did a great job during these four days of testing.
During English we worked on our listening skills and while playing a game called, Direction Cards.
No homework
During English we worked on our listening skills and while playing a game called, Direction Cards.
No homework
Science- Lillmars 10/16
Today in Science, the students reviewed for the cells final test, which will be tomorrow!
Test tickets can be turned in tomorrow (complete and with a parent signature) for a small prize.
Cell models are DUE Friday.
Test tickets can be turned in tomorrow (complete and with a parent signature) for a small prize.
Cell models are DUE Friday.
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
English- Hickok
Great job on the MEAP today! With our shorter classes, we were able to only get in a new seating chart, play a short game, and discuss any PowerSchool questions the kids had from yesterday's discussion.
No homework
No homework
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- MEAP day so short classes
- We worked on cell models for the entire class period
- cell models due on Friday!
- Test Ticket Review handed out yesterday
- Cells Test Thursday!
- MEAP day so short classes
- We worked on cell models for the entire class period
- cell models due on Friday!
- Test Ticket Review handed out yesterday
- Cells Test Thursday!
Social Studies
Today classes are shortened due to Math MEAP.
In class we are taking some notes about different economies.
I am also handing out progress reports in all classes today.
-Many students have turned in all their work and are doing great in class -THANK YOU!!
-A few students have missing assignments, I have waited until I talked to everyone missing work, now that I have those missing assignments have become 0%. If your child has one, please remind them to get it turned in and I will grade it and enter the new grade. Remember retakes can still be done. On the one assessment we have had, I have a few students that still have not taken me up on the offer and it would really help their grade out if they studied and retook the assessment.
HW: Show parents your progress report and turn in any work that is missing!!
In class we are taking some notes about different economies.
I am also handing out progress reports in all classes today.
-Many students have turned in all their work and are doing great in class -THANK YOU!!
-A few students have missing assignments, I have waited until I talked to everyone missing work, now that I have those missing assignments have become 0%. If your child has one, please remind them to get it turned in and I will grade it and enter the new grade. Remember retakes can still be done. On the one assessment we have had, I have a few students that still have not taken me up on the offer and it would really help their grade out if they studied and retook the assessment.
HW: Show parents your progress report and turn in any work that is missing!!
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we had MEAP Math in the morning, with shortened hours in the afternoon. In English, we finished up the Chrissa movie and discussed examples of bullying, empathy, & HA HA SO strategies they identified.
No HW aside from practice reading!! :)
Get a good night's sleep & fire up for the last MEAP - Social Studies tomorrow!!
No HW aside from practice reading!! :)
Get a good night's sleep & fire up for the last MEAP - Social Studies tomorrow!!
MATH - Luhmann
Today in math we continued our discussion about division. The students estimated problems and presented them to the class. The homework is for the students to estimate 4 division problems and draw a scene for each problem.
Parents - Here's something for you.
A quote from an article titled "Important Facts to Know Bout Learning Math" by Tina Barseghian
"... yet studies show that “number talk” at home is a key predictor of young children’s achievement in math once they
get to school."
Parents - Here's something for you.
A quote from an article titled "Important Facts to Know Bout Learning Math" by Tina Barseghian
"... yet studies show that “number talk” at home is a key predictor of young children’s achievement in math once they
get to school."
So, what is "number talk"? Talking about numbers in sports (stats), grocery shopping (bugetting money), asking them to explain their math homework to you.
Science- Lillmars 10/15
Today in Science, the students had time to work on their cell model and the test ticket.
HW: Test ticket is due (for a small prize) on Thursday-- which is also the day of the test. Cell models are due Friday.
HW: Test ticket is due (for a small prize) on Thursday-- which is also the day of the test. Cell models are due Friday.
Monday, October 14, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*shared good news from the weekend
*continued to watch the movie, Chrissa, while making note of examples of our vocabulary
No HW, aside from reading from our DEAR book! :)
*shared good news from the weekend
*continued to watch the movie, Chrissa, while making note of examples of our vocabulary
No HW, aside from reading from our DEAR book! :)
Social Studies
Monday
Today we:
-Did a few Columbus Day activities, including following directions, reading a political comic, and a journal entry.
-Turned in Pizza Power Paragraph
All grades will be updated by tonight in Powerschool. Students will receive a print out of their grade reports tomorrow.
No homework (unless you have missing work)
Today we:
-Did a few Columbus Day activities, including following directions, reading a political comic, and a journal entry.
-Turned in Pizza Power Paragraph
All grades will be updated by tonight in Powerschool. Students will receive a print out of their grade reports tomorrow.
No homework (unless you have missing work)
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we took snapshot of how well the students are doing with multiplying mixed numbers. Then we started our discussion of division with mixed numbers. No homework for today.
Students can do practice problems at ixl.com. Just scroll down to the fractions section.
Students can do practice problems at ixl.com. Just scroll down to the fractions section.
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Finished up the Eggsperiment
- Handed out a test ticket for the Cells Test on Thursday!
- Read the Stem Cells article and completed the outline
- Finished up the Eggsperiment
- Handed out a test ticket for the Cells Test on Thursday!
- Read the Stem Cells article and completed the outline
Science- Lillmars 10/14
Today in Science, the students...
1) completed the "eggsperiment"
2) finished their stem cells outline
3) watched a video about cells
4) received their test ticket
HW: Bring in cell parts for class tomorrow! Cell models are DUE Friday. Cells test is Thursday!
1) completed the "eggsperiment"
2) finished their stem cells outline
3) watched a video about cells
4) received their test ticket
HW: Bring in cell parts for class tomorrow! Cell models are DUE Friday. Cells test is Thursday!
Friday, October 11, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*discussed the similarities and differences we found yesterday in our Venn Diagrams.
*started a movie called, "Chrissa" that gives many examples of our vocabulary we have been discussing.
No HW!! Please read over the weekend! Have a great one!!
*discussed the similarities and differences we found yesterday in our Venn Diagrams.
*started a movie called, "Chrissa" that gives many examples of our vocabulary we have been discussing.
No HW!! Please read over the weekend! Have a great one!!
Social Studies
Happy Friday
Today we watched CNN Student News and went over how to write a quality "power paragraph". Students wrote a paragraph using pizza data from yesterday.
HW: Paragraph due Monday
Today we watched CNN Student News and went over how to write a quality "power paragraph". Students wrote a paragraph using pizza data from yesterday.
HW: Paragraph due Monday
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math the students presented some of the problems from the homework. After that we discussed how students might gage how well they are doing in a subject and ways that students might study when preparing for a quiz.
Here is a link to a good article about learning.
Here is a link to a good article about learning.
English- Hickok
Today the kids worked on a compare and contrast activity with two bully articles.
After a week of grading assessments, grades will be entered very soon. :)
No homework, but please keep reading and playing outside.
After a week of grading assessments, grades will be entered very soon. :)
No homework, but please keep reading and playing outside.
Science-Lillmars 10/11
Today in Science, the students...
1) saw a couple "all-star" presentations from their hour
2) discussed specialized cells
3) began outlining an article on stem cells
HW: Start thinking about and looking for materials at home you can bring in to build your own cell model. You can scrounge around in junk drawers at home (with permission from your parents, of course) to bring in odds and ends like buttons, pipe cleaners, paper plate, bouncy ball, etc. You will have time on Tuesday in class to work on your model! Models will be due Friday.
1) saw a couple "all-star" presentations from their hour
2) discussed specialized cells
3) began outlining an article on stem cells
HW: Start thinking about and looking for materials at home you can bring in to build your own cell model. You can scrounge around in junk drawers at home (with permission from your parents, of course) to bring in odds and ends like buttons, pipe cleaners, paper plate, bouncy ball, etc. You will have time on Tuesday in class to work on your model! Models will be due Friday.
Thursday, October 10, 2013
10/10 Dobb
Today in ELA:
-we visited the library
-students took an assessment on characterization and writing a story summary
HW: Read outside for 20 minutes
Today in Math we:
-studied flashcards
-updated our weather report
-challenged each other using an exponent game
HW: Study flashcards
Today in Guided Studies we:
-progressed through studying for all subjects, reviewed the blog, organized binders and worked on science and math homework/projects
HW: productivity checklist
-we visited the library
-students took an assessment on characterization and writing a story summary
HW: Read outside for 20 minutes
Today in Math we:
-studied flashcards
-updated our weather report
-challenged each other using an exponent game
HW: Study flashcards
Today in Guided Studies we:
-progressed through studying for all subjects, reviewed the blog, organized binders and worked on science and math homework/projects
HW: productivity checklist
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*took a trip to the library for checkout
*worked on a Venn Diagram to compare and contrast "I Was Cyberbullied" and "Rachel's Story"
*we will start with a discussion over our ideas tomorrow
~No HW! ~ Enjoy the beautiful weather & read from your book tonight!!~
*took a trip to the library for checkout
*worked on a Venn Diagram to compare and contrast "I Was Cyberbullied" and "Rachel's Story"
*we will start with a discussion over our ideas tomorrow
~No HW! ~ Enjoy the beautiful weather & read from your book tonight!!~
Social Studies
Thursday:
Don't be surprised if your child comes home and want to order pizza for dinner! We researched pizza prices today in class, analyzed the data, and decided which pizza place had the best prices.
We also went over how to write a quality "POWER PARAGRAPH"
No homework
Don't be surprised if your child comes home and want to order pizza for dinner! We researched pizza prices today in class, analyzed the data, and decided which pizza place had the best prices.
We also went over how to write a quality "POWER PARAGRAPH"
No homework
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we learned how to estimate and multiply mixed numbers. The homework is page 60 problems 26 to 58 even.
Remember the steps for multiplying mixed numbers are:
1. Turn any mixed numbers into improper fractions.
2. Look to simplify/reduce in the problem.
3. Multiply across top and bottom.
4. simplify/reduce answer.
Here is the link to our book online. MATH
Here are some of the answers:
#38 - 7 7/8
#40 - 17 6/7
#48 - 2 1/12
#52 - 121/144
Remember the steps for multiplying mixed numbers are:
1. Turn any mixed numbers into improper fractions.
2. Look to simplify/reduce in the problem.
3. Multiply across top and bottom.
4. simplify/reduce answer.
Here is the link to our book online. MATH
Here are some of the answers:
#38 - 7 7/8
#40 - 17 6/7
#48 - 2 1/12
#52 - 121/144
Science- Lillmars 10/10
Today in Science, the students...
1) took an OPEN NOTE quiz on cell organelles
2) finished their Mitosis presentations
No homework-- but, the cells final test will be next week Thursday!
1) took an OPEN NOTE quiz on cell organelles
2) finished their Mitosis presentations
No homework-- but, the cells final test will be next week Thursday!
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Dobb 10/9
Today in ELA-
-we discussed the zigism on how one becomes wise
-we finished reading "The Loser" and discussed examples of direct and indirect characterization
HW: Read 20 minutes or 2 pages
Today in Math-
-we practiced multiplication facts
-we did the weather report
-we played an exponent game to further knowledge of bases and powers
HW: think about ways to make the game more competitive
Today in Guided Studies-
-we finished up quizzes and tests needing further problem solving
HW: productivity checklist
-we discussed the zigism on how one becomes wise
-we finished reading "The Loser" and discussed examples of direct and indirect characterization
HW: Read 20 minutes or 2 pages
Today in Math-
-we practiced multiplication facts
-we did the weather report
-we played an exponent game to further knowledge of bases and powers
HW: think about ways to make the game more competitive
Today in Guided Studies-
-we finished up quizzes and tests needing further problem solving
HW: productivity checklist
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we had Reading Part 2 of MEAP in the morning!! Due to MEAP, we had shortened hours again today. In English, students read a true story about a girl who suffered from some tough relational bullying, which sparked some great conversation.
No HW!! Enjoy the beautiful weather tonight!!
No HW!! Enjoy the beautiful weather tonight!!
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- It was a short day so we just worked on the Mitosis Presentations (due Friday)
- It was a short day so we just worked on the Mitosis Presentations (due Friday)
Social Studies
Wednesday:
Due to MEAP testing we had 1/2 hour classes.
Today in class we continued working with teams designing products - ask your child about it!
NO Homework
I have all country projects (that were turned in) graded and only a few verbal tests to go, I will start entering them in Powerschool today:)
Due to MEAP testing we had 1/2 hour classes.
Today in class we continued working with teams designing products - ask your child about it!
NO Homework
I have all country projects (that were turned in) graded and only a few verbal tests to go, I will start entering them in Powerschool today:)
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we multiplied fractions and focused on reducing fractions. The homework for tonight is pg 59 problems 5-19 odd, 2 constructed response questions, and measuring with fraction strips.
The quiz from last Friday was handed back today as well.
The quiz from last Friday was handed back today as well.
Science- Lillmars 10/9
Today in Science, the students finished their mitosis google presentations and shared them with me to turn them in.
No homework!
No homework!
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Dobb 10/8
Today in ELA-
-students continued reading "The Loser" and looking for examples of direct and indirect characterization
HW: Read 2+ pages and get a good night of sleep
Today in Math-
-we checked and recorded the weather
-we continued on our order of operations learning
HW: finish expressions 6,7,8 due tomorrow and get a good night of sleep
Today in Guided Studies:
-we studied parts of the cell
-we progressed through the productivity checklist
HW: productivity checklist and get a good night of sleep
-students continued reading "The Loser" and looking for examples of direct and indirect characterization
HW: Read 2+ pages and get a good night of sleep
Today in Math-
-we checked and recorded the weather
-we continued on our order of operations learning
HW: finish expressions 6,7,8 due tomorrow and get a good night of sleep
Today in Guided Studies:
-we studied parts of the cell
-we progressed through the productivity checklist
HW: productivity checklist and get a good night of sleep
Social Studies
Tuesday
Because of MEAP testing we had 30 minute classes. Today students started a group design project for economy. Ask your child about it!
No homework
Because of MEAP testing we had 30 minute classes. Today students started a group design project for economy. Ask your child about it!
No homework
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Yesterday students read about some strategies to help diffuse bullying & tried to draw a few examples to go with the strategies.
Today we started our day with MEAP & then had shortened hours the rest of the day.
Today, in English, we continue with discussion of the HA HA SO strategies and read an article called, "I Was Cyberbullied".
No HW!! Get some rest.... be ready for MEAP Day #2!! :)
Today we started our day with MEAP & then had shortened hours the rest of the day.
Today, in English, we continue with discussion of the HA HA SO strategies and read an article called, "I Was Cyberbullied".
No HW!! Get some rest.... be ready for MEAP Day #2!! :)
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