April/May/June
6/4: In class, we continued to discuss Ecosystems and Relationships (Day 2). In particular, we focused on rain-forest and the causes and effects of deforestation. We began watching Fern Gully and students were required to follow along and answer video questions. These questions will be used during our class discussions.
H/W: NONE
6/3: In class, we discussed Ecosystems and Relationships (Day 1). In particular, we focused on rain-forest and the causes and effects of deforestation. We began watching Fern Gully and students were required to follow along and answer video questions. These questions will be used during our class discussions.
H/W: NONE
6/2: In class, we finished The Croods and discussed how the movie related to our Evolution Unit: natural selection, biological, and geological evolution.
H/W: NONE
6/1: In class, we watched The Croods and related it to our Evolution unit. We discussed biological and geological evolution that occurred during the movie.
H/W: NONE
5/29: In class, we completed and submitted our 8th grade moving on Ceremony Writing Prompt on Google Classroom. (Due by the end of class, no late work will be accepted since class time and homework time was given for several days in a row).
H/W: 1. HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
5/28: In class, we finished contagion and worked on our writing prompts...due tomorrow.
H/W: 1. 8th Grade Moving on Ceremony Writing Prompt due Friday, May 29 (Google Classroom)
5/27: In class, we continued to watch Contagion.
H/W: 1. 8th Grade Moving on Ceremony Writing Prompt due Friday, May 29 (Google Classroom)
5/26: In class, we started our 8th Grade Moving on Ceremony Prompt. This will be a graded assignment. Every 8th grade student is required to complete this assignment. Class time will be provided, but if you fall behind, please work on it at home as well. The essay will be due on Friday 5/29. Check Google Classroom for instructions.
H/W: 1. 8th Grade Moving on Ceremony Writing Prompt due Friday, May 29 (Google Classroom)
5/22: Today we took the SCIENCE EOG! WOOHOOO! You did it! We also started watching Contagion during class.
HW: 1. Have a fabulous Memorial Weekend! Be safe!
5/21: In class, we watched a video on Dawin's voyage to the Galapago's Islands and reviewed evolution.
H/W: 1. Study 30 minutes for Science EOG - TOMORROW!
2. Get Contagion Movie Permission Form signed and returned by tomorrow!
3. You will need to bring a highlighter to the Science EOG tomorrow, to help you pick our key terms. This is one of the 5 test taking strategies we have been using throughout the school year.
5/20: In class, we completed the EOG Terms @ a Glance in class. We also played a EOG Review Kahoot.
H/W: 1. Study 30 minutes for Science EOG - This Friday, May 22.
2. Get Contagion Movie Permission slip signed and returned by tomorrow. We will begin watching on Friday.
3. You will need to bring a highlighter to the Science EOG on Friday, to pick out/highlight key terms. Part of our 5 test taking strategies we have used all year.
5/19: In class, students were given the ENTIRE block to complete EOG terms @ a Glance HYDROLOGY section (pg 4-7). This section was due at the end of the block.
H/W: 1. Study 30 minutes for Science EOG - This Friday, May 22. (SCIENCE EOG DOES COUNT IN 8TH GRADE)
2. Students are required to bring a highlighter on Friday for Science EOG. This will help them with Step 3 of my 5 (picking out/highlighting key terms) test taking strategies that we have been working with throughout the year.
5/18: In class, we completed the Chemistry section of EOG Terms @ a Glance. Students then started the Disease/Biotech section (pages 2-4 of EOG Terms at a Glance). This is due tomorrow at the beginning of class. Please use your binder, notes on my website, and EOG booklet and Review Notes PPT found on the EOG Review Tab of my website. EOG Terms @ a Glance can be found on Google classroom. Please copy the format and complete on your own sheet of notebook paper.
H/W: 1. Complete EOG Terms @ a Glance - Disease/Biotech Section (pages 2-4)
2. Study daily 30 minutes for your Science EOG- THIS FRIDAY, May 22!
5/15: In class, we started the EOG Terms @ a Glance. The assignment was listed on Google Classroom. Students were assigned the Chemistry portion only for today (all of page 1 and half of page 2). Students were required to copy the format on Google classroom on their own piece of paper.
H/W: 1. Continue adding to your EOG Quizlet: add 15 flashcards using your Biology Study Guide.
2. Study daily for at least 30 minutes for your Science EOG- Friday, May 22.
5/14: In class, we reviewed over the answers to the MOCK EOG. Students were instructed to take notes while we reviewed the answers. Students should have written down topics and notes so that they could go back and study the questions that they got incorrect.
H/W: 1. Continue adding to your EOG Quizlet: add 15 flashcards using your Chemistry Study Guide
2. Study daily for at least 30 minutes for your SCIENCE EOG - Friday, May 22
5/13: In class, we had teacher/student conferences to review over MOCK EOG scores. Students receieved a score paper that will need to be signed by a parent.
H/W: 1. Get MOCK EOG score paper signed
2. Continue adding to your EOG Quizlet: add 15 flashcards using History Study Guide
5/12: In class, we took the MOCK EOG.
H/W: 1. Create EOG Quizlet: Make 15 flashcards using Earth's History Study Guide
5/11: In class, we reviewed the answers together as a class for the Biology EOG Study Guide. There will not be a 5th Study Guide on Ecology since that was the last unit we completed this year. Please use your QTR 4 section of your binder to review over the material. We also played an EOG Review Jeopardy Game. We will take a MOCK EOG in class tomorrow and it will count as a grade (informal). Students have been advised of this date for two weeks and have been informed to study each night.
H/W: 1. Study for MOCK EOG tomorrow (All 4 study guides and QTR 4 section of binder)
5/8: In class, students were given a key to check their Chemistry EOG Study Guides from yesterday during warm-up. We then started our 4th review study guide: Biology EOG Study Guide. Students were given 60 minutes of class time to complete their study guide. Most students completed the work in class. If a student did not complete the assignment, he or she must complete it for homework. ince students were given ample time in class and for homework, no late work will be accepted. We will be reviewing the answers tomorrow in class; this will be a completion grade. Students will receive a 100 if the assignment is 100% complete, students will receive a zero if it is not complete and/or attempted. All EOG study guides will be graded this way.
HW: 1. Complete Biology EOG Study Guides - due Monday
2. Study the 4 EOG Study Guides
3. Check out the EOG Review tab on my website (click on more to see the tab). I have listed many great resources to prepare you for the science EOG: mini books of EOG info, notes, quizlet, and jeopardy game.
5/7: In class, students were given the entire block to work on their Chemistry EOG Study Guide. If a student did not complete the assignment during class, he or she was instructed to complete for homework. Since students were given ample time in class and for homework, no late work will be accepted. We will be reviewing the answers tomorrow in class; this will be a completion grade. Students will receive a 100 if the assignment is 100% complete, students will receive a zero if it is not complete and/or attempted. All EOG study guides will be graded this way.
Hydrology EOG Study Guide KEY is posted on Google Classroom. Please take the time to review over and correct any mistakes on your study guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Chemistry EOG Study Guide - due tomorrow
2. Check Google Classroom for Hydrology Study Guide KEY
5/6: In class, students were given the entire block to work on their Hydrology EOG Study Guide. If a student did not complete the assignment during class, he or she was instructed to complete for homework. Since students were given ample time in class and for homework, no late work will be accepted. We will be reviewing the answers tomorrow in class; this will be a completion grade. Students will receive a 100 if the assignment is 100% complete, students will receive a zero if it is not complete and/or attempted. All EOG study guides will be graded this way.
Earth's History EOG Study Guide KEY is posted on Google Classroom. Please take the time to review over and correct any mistakes on your study guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Hydrology EOG Study Guide - due tomorrow
2. Check Google Classroom for Earth's History Study Guide KEY
3. Parents, please consider volunteering to be a proctor for the EOG's. Please put Kickham as your recruiter. Proctor Volunteer Info
If you sign up under Kickham, as a thank you for your time and support, Your child will recieve 5 extra credit points on Unit 10 Test and I will drop 1 of their lowest INFORMAL grades.
5/5: In class, students were given the entire block to work on their Earth's History EOG Study Guide. If a student did not complete the assignment during class, he or she was instructed to complete for homework. Since students were given ample time in class and for homework, no late work will be accepted. We will be reviewing the answers tomorrow in class; this will be a completion grade. Students will receive a 100 if the assignment is 100% complete, students will receive a zero if it is not complete and/or attempted. All EOG study guides will be graded this way.
H/W: 1. Complete Earth's History EOG Study Guide - due tomorrow
2. Unit 10 Retake will be tomorrow during working lunch. You must make a 30+ flashcards using QUIZLET only.
3. PARENTS: Please consider volunteering to be proctor for the upcoming EOGs. EOG PROCTOR VOLUNTEER INFO.
5/4: In class, we reviewed Test 10. We also began our EOG review by playing QTR 1 review games. Students worked in groups of 4-5 and created games questions to review Qtr 1 material.
H/W: 1. Unit 10 RETAKE will be during working lunch on Wednesday, May 6. Student who need to take the retake are required to complete thier study guide, AND make a 30+ flashcards using QUIZLET ONLY!
2. Study 20-30 minutes QTR 1 material - we will be reviewing this material for EOG this week.
5/1: In class, we took Test 10
H/W: 1. Begin reviewing for the Science EOG, using your binder as your study guide. Science EOG - May 21
4/30: In class, we reviewed the study guide, took Unit 10 Quest, and we worked in groups to play review games for tomorrow's test.
H/W: 1. Study for Unit 10 Test tomorrow - pages 111-123 in binder
4/29: In class, we reviewed and took Nitrogen Cycle Notes. We also started Unit 10 Study Guide. This is due tomorrow!
H/W: 1. Complete Unit 10 Study Guide
2. STUDY - Quest 10 (tomorrow) and Test 10 (Friday, 5/1)
4/28: In class, we reviewed over the Alien Dichotomous Key and Types of Symbiosis worksheet. We also took Population-Spacing Notes.
H/W: 1. Study 20-30 minutes for Quest 10 (Thurs. 4/30) and Test 10 (Fri. 5/1)
Study pages 111-present in binder.
4/27: In class, we completed Day 2 of the Oh Deer Lab. Students worked on their lab reports in groups. Students were required to complete the lab report during class and turn in before the end of the block. If you were absent due to stock market club or the dance-a-thon, you are still responsible for making up the work missed during class. Please look at the PowerPoint to find the directions, data table, and questions for the lab report. It is DUE tomorrow. If you were absent, even though you were unable to play in the Oh Deer lab game on Friday, you are still able to complete the lab report. All data and information that is needed is provided. Use your notes to assist you in answering the questions.
H/W: 1. Study 20-30 minutes for Quest 10 - Thursday, 4/30 and Test 10 - Friday, 5/1 (PAGES 111-PRESENT IN BINDER)
2. If you were absent during class today, please complete the Oh Deer Lab! Powerpoint link can be found above.
4/24: In class, we reviewed Evolution Evidence: Embryology. We also did Oh Deer Lab Day 1. We will complete this on Monday.
H/W: 1. Study for Unit 10 Quest (4/30) and Test (5/1). Pages 111-present in your binder.
4/23: In class, we took Taxonomy Notes. We also started Alien Dichotomous Key. Most students completed this assignment in class, but if you didn't, please complete for homework.
H/W: 1. Alien Dichotomous Key due tomorrow.
2. Study for Unit 10 Quest (5/30) and Test (5/1) Study Pages 111-Present
4/22: In class, Assignment #1: Symbiotic Relationships worksheet (SEE MRS. KICKHAM FOR A COPY). Students were required to complete and turn in assignment one before completing assignment #2: Organsisms Relationships Worksheet Packet (see Mrs. Kickham for a copy). Students were required to complete and turn in both assignments before leaving class. Students were also given time to begin their homework.
H/W: 1. Ecosystems & Food Webs Worksheet - due tomorrow, Thurs/ 4/23
4/21: In class, we took Food Chains, Webs, and Energy Transfer Notes. We also watched Ecology Crash Course #7: Links in the Chains.
H/W: 1. Using the Unit 10 quizlet we started in class, look through today's notes and make a minimum of 10 cards using key terms from notes.
4/20: In class, we began our notes for Unit 10. We took Ecology notes (slides #1-21 ONLY today). We discussed ecosystems, populations, communities, and feeding relationships.
H/W: 1. Study for 20-30 minutes pages 111-113 in binder. Be ready for a POP quiz at any time.
4/19: In class, students worked on their Unit 10 Visual Vocab. Students were required to complete and show me their definitions before leaving class today. If students completed their definition early, students were instructed to work on their pictures for each term. If absent, please use the internet to define terms.
H/W: 1. Complete Visual Vocab. - Make sure each term has definition and picture. All pictures must be COLORFUL!
2. Test 9 RETAKE- Monday, April 20: Required- 30+ quizlet and study guide completed.
4/16: In class, reviewed Test 9. We also took Pre-Quest 10. Students were able to keep their prequest. The pre-quest will be similar to the quest. Since all my classes were permitted to keep a copy of the pre-quest, NO RETAKE WILL BE ALLOWED FOR QUEST10. STUDY!
H/W: 1. Retake - Monday, April 20. You must complete a quizlet with 30+ cards and the study guide in order to be eligible to take the retake.
4/15: In class, we took Test 9.
H/W: 1. Retake - Monday, April 20. You must complete a quizlet with 30+ cards and the study guide in order to be eligible to take the retake.
4/14: In class, we made a quizlet to review for the test tomorrow. We also worked in groups to review the study guide. After reviewing the study guide, we played Kahoot to review for Test 9. A copy of the Unit 9 Study Guide KEY can be found on Google Classroom.
***If you were absent yesterday, you need to complete the study guide by tomorrow to be prepared for the test tomorrow (your assignment can be found on Google classroom).****
H/W: 1. Study for Test 9 - Tomorrow (Pages 103-110 in binder & study guide on Google Classroom)
4/13: In class, we reviewed Unit 9: Evolution. Students were given the entire block, including warm-up time to work on their study guide. The study guide can be found on Google Classroom. Since this was a classwork assignment and students were given ample time, I will NOT accept late work for this study guide. Students were given the entire block, plus homework time to complete the assignment. Most students completed the assignment or at least 90% of it in class. It is very important that students use their class time wisely.
H/W: 1. Complete Unit 9 Study Guide on Google Classroom - Make sure to click on Turn in Twice to submit the assignment.
2. Study 15-30 minutes outside of working on the study guide for Unit 9 Test on Wednesday, April 15
4/2: In class, we watched PBS: Evolution of Venom.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 9 (4/15)
2. HAVE A GREAT Spring Break!!
4/1: In class, we took Quest 9. After the quest students watched Bill Nye: Evolution. Students were required to complete the guided questions and turn the assignment in to the substitute at the end of class.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 9 (4/15)
6/4: In class, we continued to discuss Ecosystems and Relationships (Day 2). In particular, we focused on rain-forest and the causes and effects of deforestation. We began watching Fern Gully and students were required to follow along and answer video questions. These questions will be used during our class discussions.
H/W: NONE
6/3: In class, we discussed Ecosystems and Relationships (Day 1). In particular, we focused on rain-forest and the causes and effects of deforestation. We began watching Fern Gully and students were required to follow along and answer video questions. These questions will be used during our class discussions.
H/W: NONE
6/2: In class, we finished The Croods and discussed how the movie related to our Evolution Unit: natural selection, biological, and geological evolution.
H/W: NONE
6/1: In class, we watched The Croods and related it to our Evolution unit. We discussed biological and geological evolution that occurred during the movie.
H/W: NONE
5/29: In class, we completed and submitted our 8th grade moving on Ceremony Writing Prompt on Google Classroom. (Due by the end of class, no late work will be accepted since class time and homework time was given for several days in a row).
H/W: 1. HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
5/28: In class, we finished contagion and worked on our writing prompts...due tomorrow.
H/W: 1. 8th Grade Moving on Ceremony Writing Prompt due Friday, May 29 (Google Classroom)
5/27: In class, we continued to watch Contagion.
H/W: 1. 8th Grade Moving on Ceremony Writing Prompt due Friday, May 29 (Google Classroom)
5/26: In class, we started our 8th Grade Moving on Ceremony Prompt. This will be a graded assignment. Every 8th grade student is required to complete this assignment. Class time will be provided, but if you fall behind, please work on it at home as well. The essay will be due on Friday 5/29. Check Google Classroom for instructions.
H/W: 1. 8th Grade Moving on Ceremony Writing Prompt due Friday, May 29 (Google Classroom)
5/22: Today we took the SCIENCE EOG! WOOHOOO! You did it! We also started watching Contagion during class.
HW: 1. Have a fabulous Memorial Weekend! Be safe!
5/21: In class, we watched a video on Dawin's voyage to the Galapago's Islands and reviewed evolution.
H/W: 1. Study 30 minutes for Science EOG - TOMORROW!
2. Get Contagion Movie Permission Form signed and returned by tomorrow!
3. You will need to bring a highlighter to the Science EOG tomorrow, to help you pick our key terms. This is one of the 5 test taking strategies we have been using throughout the school year.
5/20: In class, we completed the EOG Terms @ a Glance in class. We also played a EOG Review Kahoot.
H/W: 1. Study 30 minutes for Science EOG - This Friday, May 22.
2. Get Contagion Movie Permission slip signed and returned by tomorrow. We will begin watching on Friday.
3. You will need to bring a highlighter to the Science EOG on Friday, to pick out/highlight key terms. Part of our 5 test taking strategies we have used all year.
5/19: In class, students were given the ENTIRE block to complete EOG terms @ a Glance HYDROLOGY section (pg 4-7). This section was due at the end of the block.
H/W: 1. Study 30 minutes for Science EOG - This Friday, May 22. (SCIENCE EOG DOES COUNT IN 8TH GRADE)
2. Students are required to bring a highlighter on Friday for Science EOG. This will help them with Step 3 of my 5 (picking out/highlighting key terms) test taking strategies that we have been working with throughout the year.
5/18: In class, we completed the Chemistry section of EOG Terms @ a Glance. Students then started the Disease/Biotech section (pages 2-4 of EOG Terms at a Glance). This is due tomorrow at the beginning of class. Please use your binder, notes on my website, and EOG booklet and Review Notes PPT found on the EOG Review Tab of my website. EOG Terms @ a Glance can be found on Google classroom. Please copy the format and complete on your own sheet of notebook paper.
H/W: 1. Complete EOG Terms @ a Glance - Disease/Biotech Section (pages 2-4)
2. Study daily 30 minutes for your Science EOG- THIS FRIDAY, May 22!
5/15: In class, we started the EOG Terms @ a Glance. The assignment was listed on Google Classroom. Students were assigned the Chemistry portion only for today (all of page 1 and half of page 2). Students were required to copy the format on Google classroom on their own piece of paper.
H/W: 1. Continue adding to your EOG Quizlet: add 15 flashcards using your Biology Study Guide.
2. Study daily for at least 30 minutes for your Science EOG- Friday, May 22.
5/14: In class, we reviewed over the answers to the MOCK EOG. Students were instructed to take notes while we reviewed the answers. Students should have written down topics and notes so that they could go back and study the questions that they got incorrect.
H/W: 1. Continue adding to your EOG Quizlet: add 15 flashcards using your Chemistry Study Guide
2. Study daily for at least 30 minutes for your SCIENCE EOG - Friday, May 22
5/13: In class, we had teacher/student conferences to review over MOCK EOG scores. Students receieved a score paper that will need to be signed by a parent.
H/W: 1. Get MOCK EOG score paper signed
2. Continue adding to your EOG Quizlet: add 15 flashcards using History Study Guide
5/12: In class, we took the MOCK EOG.
H/W: 1. Create EOG Quizlet: Make 15 flashcards using Earth's History Study Guide
5/11: In class, we reviewed the answers together as a class for the Biology EOG Study Guide. There will not be a 5th Study Guide on Ecology since that was the last unit we completed this year. Please use your QTR 4 section of your binder to review over the material. We also played an EOG Review Jeopardy Game. We will take a MOCK EOG in class tomorrow and it will count as a grade (informal). Students have been advised of this date for two weeks and have been informed to study each night.
H/W: 1. Study for MOCK EOG tomorrow (All 4 study guides and QTR 4 section of binder)
5/8: In class, students were given a key to check their Chemistry EOG Study Guides from yesterday during warm-up. We then started our 4th review study guide: Biology EOG Study Guide. Students were given 60 minutes of class time to complete their study guide. Most students completed the work in class. If a student did not complete the assignment, he or she must complete it for homework. ince students were given ample time in class and for homework, no late work will be accepted. We will be reviewing the answers tomorrow in class; this will be a completion grade. Students will receive a 100 if the assignment is 100% complete, students will receive a zero if it is not complete and/or attempted. All EOG study guides will be graded this way.
HW: 1. Complete Biology EOG Study Guides - due Monday
2. Study the 4 EOG Study Guides
3. Check out the EOG Review tab on my website (click on more to see the tab). I have listed many great resources to prepare you for the science EOG: mini books of EOG info, notes, quizlet, and jeopardy game.
5/7: In class, students were given the entire block to work on their Chemistry EOG Study Guide. If a student did not complete the assignment during class, he or she was instructed to complete for homework. Since students were given ample time in class and for homework, no late work will be accepted. We will be reviewing the answers tomorrow in class; this will be a completion grade. Students will receive a 100 if the assignment is 100% complete, students will receive a zero if it is not complete and/or attempted. All EOG study guides will be graded this way.
Hydrology EOG Study Guide KEY is posted on Google Classroom. Please take the time to review over and correct any mistakes on your study guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Chemistry EOG Study Guide - due tomorrow
2. Check Google Classroom for Hydrology Study Guide KEY
5/6: In class, students were given the entire block to work on their Hydrology EOG Study Guide. If a student did not complete the assignment during class, he or she was instructed to complete for homework. Since students were given ample time in class and for homework, no late work will be accepted. We will be reviewing the answers tomorrow in class; this will be a completion grade. Students will receive a 100 if the assignment is 100% complete, students will receive a zero if it is not complete and/or attempted. All EOG study guides will be graded this way.
Earth's History EOG Study Guide KEY is posted on Google Classroom. Please take the time to review over and correct any mistakes on your study guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Hydrology EOG Study Guide - due tomorrow
2. Check Google Classroom for Earth's History Study Guide KEY
3. Parents, please consider volunteering to be a proctor for the EOG's. Please put Kickham as your recruiter. Proctor Volunteer Info
If you sign up under Kickham, as a thank you for your time and support, Your child will recieve 5 extra credit points on Unit 10 Test and I will drop 1 of their lowest INFORMAL grades.
5/5: In class, students were given the entire block to work on their Earth's History EOG Study Guide. If a student did not complete the assignment during class, he or she was instructed to complete for homework. Since students were given ample time in class and for homework, no late work will be accepted. We will be reviewing the answers tomorrow in class; this will be a completion grade. Students will receive a 100 if the assignment is 100% complete, students will receive a zero if it is not complete and/or attempted. All EOG study guides will be graded this way.
H/W: 1. Complete Earth's History EOG Study Guide - due tomorrow
2. Unit 10 Retake will be tomorrow during working lunch. You must make a 30+ flashcards using QUIZLET only.
3. PARENTS: Please consider volunteering to be proctor for the upcoming EOGs. EOG PROCTOR VOLUNTEER INFO.
5/4: In class, we reviewed Test 10. We also began our EOG review by playing QTR 1 review games. Students worked in groups of 4-5 and created games questions to review Qtr 1 material.
H/W: 1. Unit 10 RETAKE will be during working lunch on Wednesday, May 6. Student who need to take the retake are required to complete thier study guide, AND make a 30+ flashcards using QUIZLET ONLY!
2. Study 20-30 minutes QTR 1 material - we will be reviewing this material for EOG this week.
5/1: In class, we took Test 10
H/W: 1. Begin reviewing for the Science EOG, using your binder as your study guide. Science EOG - May 21
4/30: In class, we reviewed the study guide, took Unit 10 Quest, and we worked in groups to play review games for tomorrow's test.
H/W: 1. Study for Unit 10 Test tomorrow - pages 111-123 in binder
4/29: In class, we reviewed and took Nitrogen Cycle Notes. We also started Unit 10 Study Guide. This is due tomorrow!
H/W: 1. Complete Unit 10 Study Guide
2. STUDY - Quest 10 (tomorrow) and Test 10 (Friday, 5/1)
4/28: In class, we reviewed over the Alien Dichotomous Key and Types of Symbiosis worksheet. We also took Population-Spacing Notes.
H/W: 1. Study 20-30 minutes for Quest 10 (Thurs. 4/30) and Test 10 (Fri. 5/1)
Study pages 111-present in binder.
4/27: In class, we completed Day 2 of the Oh Deer Lab. Students worked on their lab reports in groups. Students were required to complete the lab report during class and turn in before the end of the block. If you were absent due to stock market club or the dance-a-thon, you are still responsible for making up the work missed during class. Please look at the PowerPoint to find the directions, data table, and questions for the lab report. It is DUE tomorrow. If you were absent, even though you were unable to play in the Oh Deer lab game on Friday, you are still able to complete the lab report. All data and information that is needed is provided. Use your notes to assist you in answering the questions.
H/W: 1. Study 20-30 minutes for Quest 10 - Thursday, 4/30 and Test 10 - Friday, 5/1 (PAGES 111-PRESENT IN BINDER)
2. If you were absent during class today, please complete the Oh Deer Lab! Powerpoint link can be found above.
4/24: In class, we reviewed Evolution Evidence: Embryology. We also did Oh Deer Lab Day 1. We will complete this on Monday.
H/W: 1. Study for Unit 10 Quest (4/30) and Test (5/1). Pages 111-present in your binder.
4/23: In class, we took Taxonomy Notes. We also started Alien Dichotomous Key. Most students completed this assignment in class, but if you didn't, please complete for homework.
H/W: 1. Alien Dichotomous Key due tomorrow.
2. Study for Unit 10 Quest (5/30) and Test (5/1) Study Pages 111-Present
4/22: In class, Assignment #1: Symbiotic Relationships worksheet (SEE MRS. KICKHAM FOR A COPY). Students were required to complete and turn in assignment one before completing assignment #2: Organsisms Relationships Worksheet Packet (see Mrs. Kickham for a copy). Students were required to complete and turn in both assignments before leaving class. Students were also given time to begin their homework.
H/W: 1. Ecosystems & Food Webs Worksheet - due tomorrow, Thurs/ 4/23
4/21: In class, we took Food Chains, Webs, and Energy Transfer Notes. We also watched Ecology Crash Course #7: Links in the Chains.
H/W: 1. Using the Unit 10 quizlet we started in class, look through today's notes and make a minimum of 10 cards using key terms from notes.
4/20: In class, we began our notes for Unit 10. We took Ecology notes (slides #1-21 ONLY today). We discussed ecosystems, populations, communities, and feeding relationships.
H/W: 1. Study for 20-30 minutes pages 111-113 in binder. Be ready for a POP quiz at any time.
4/19: In class, students worked on their Unit 10 Visual Vocab. Students were required to complete and show me their definitions before leaving class today. If students completed their definition early, students were instructed to work on their pictures for each term. If absent, please use the internet to define terms.
H/W: 1. Complete Visual Vocab. - Make sure each term has definition and picture. All pictures must be COLORFUL!
2. Test 9 RETAKE- Monday, April 20: Required- 30+ quizlet and study guide completed.
4/16: In class, reviewed Test 9. We also took Pre-Quest 10. Students were able to keep their prequest. The pre-quest will be similar to the quest. Since all my classes were permitted to keep a copy of the pre-quest, NO RETAKE WILL BE ALLOWED FOR QUEST10. STUDY!
H/W: 1. Retake - Monday, April 20. You must complete a quizlet with 30+ cards and the study guide in order to be eligible to take the retake.
4/15: In class, we took Test 9.
H/W: 1. Retake - Monday, April 20. You must complete a quizlet with 30+ cards and the study guide in order to be eligible to take the retake.
4/14: In class, we made a quizlet to review for the test tomorrow. We also worked in groups to review the study guide. After reviewing the study guide, we played Kahoot to review for Test 9. A copy of the Unit 9 Study Guide KEY can be found on Google Classroom.
***If you were absent yesterday, you need to complete the study guide by tomorrow to be prepared for the test tomorrow (your assignment can be found on Google classroom).****
H/W: 1. Study for Test 9 - Tomorrow (Pages 103-110 in binder & study guide on Google Classroom)
4/13: In class, we reviewed Unit 9: Evolution. Students were given the entire block, including warm-up time to work on their study guide. The study guide can be found on Google Classroom. Since this was a classwork assignment and students were given ample time, I will NOT accept late work for this study guide. Students were given the entire block, plus homework time to complete the assignment. Most students completed the assignment or at least 90% of it in class. It is very important that students use their class time wisely.
H/W: 1. Complete Unit 9 Study Guide on Google Classroom - Make sure to click on Turn in Twice to submit the assignment.
2. Study 15-30 minutes outside of working on the study guide for Unit 9 Test on Wednesday, April 15
4/2: In class, we watched PBS: Evolution of Venom.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 9 (4/15)
2. HAVE A GREAT Spring Break!!
4/1: In class, we took Quest 9. After the quest students watched Bill Nye: Evolution. Students were required to complete the guided questions and turn the assignment in to the substitute at the end of class.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 9 (4/15)
March
3/31: In class, we took Comparative Anatomy Notes. We also played a Natural Selection game.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest 9 TOMORROW!
3/30: In class, we started the day by talking about the importance of having a growth mindset and how we can change our fixed mindset to a growth mindset. We watched a youtube video about Growth Mindsets. We also took Evolution Notes and discussed Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection.
H/W: 1. Create a min. of 15 flashcards using quizlet or index cards (due tomorrow) & study 20-30 minutes.
2. Quest 9 (4/1) & Test 9 (4/15)
3/27: In class, students read Chapter 1.2 & 1.3. Students then made a graphic organizer. Evolution Corners Notes, please use the link to see the format and requirements for the assignment. I have also uploaded pictures on the PowerPoint of Chapter 1. All answers can be found in Chapter 1. Words should be written in pencil and all pictures should be colored using colored pencils.
H/W: 1. Complete Evolution Corner Notes
2. Study Quest 9 (4/1) and Test 9 (4/15)
3/26: In class, we started class with Chapter 1.1 Textbook review. Students read pages B9-B15 and answered the review questions #1-3 on page B15. We also reviewed over previous topics such as Law of Superposition, Absolute and Relative Age, Fossils, and Goelogic Time Scale. Students took Earth's History Review Notes. We did learn these topics during Qtr 1, but it is necessary to review in order to continue on with our Evolution unit.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest 9 (4/1) and Test 9 (4/15).
2. Quest/Test 8 RETAKE is tomorrow. You must have your vocab squares and study guide completed!
3/25: In class, we reviewed over Geologic Time Scale. Students worked with their learning partners to complete the Geologic Time Football Assignment. The assignment can be found on Google Classroom. Pages 1-3 must be typed in the Google Docs and submitted on Google Classroom. by 9:30am on Thursday. Page 4 (football field timeline-a copy was given out in class) will be submitted in class on Thursday.
H/W: 1. Complete Geologic Time Football Assignment
2. Quest/Test 8 RETAKE - Friday 3/27 (must complete study guide and vocab triangles to retake -see homepage for more details).
3. STUDY Quest 9 (4/1) and Test 9 (4/15)
3/24: In class, we took Pre-Quest 9. Student were given a copy of this pre-assessment to use as a study tool. The Quest will not be exactly the same, but it will have very similar questions. Since I am allowing to students to keep their prequest, students will not be allowed to retake Quest 9. Please use this extra study resource carefully. However, students will be able to retake Test 9. Today in class, we also completed the PBS video clips. Due to technical difficulties with the videos at home, students watched all the remaining videos in class. Students took notes on each video so they could go back and answer the questions on google classroom for homework.
H/W: 1. Complete PBS Video-Evolution Assignment on Google Classroom (Make sure to click turn in when completed)
2. Quest/Test 8 RETAKE - Friday, March 27. You must complete Vocab. squares to take the retake. See link on homepage for instructions.
3. STUDY Quest 9 (4/1) and Test 9 (4/15)
3/23: In class, we reviewed Test 7. We also started our new unit: Evolution. Over the next two days we will be watching PBS video clips about Evolution. There is a total of 7 video clips. We will watch each video and complete a writing response for each. The PBS Video Series-Evolution Assignment can be found on Google Classroom. Please make sure to read ALL of the instructions. Today we will only complete videos 1-3.
H/W: 1. Complete PBS Video-Evolution assignment #1-3. Due tomorrow. (Please do not go any further than what is assigned for today. We will complete #4-7 tomorrow).
2. QUEST/Test 8 Retake -TBA
3/20: In class, we took Test 8.
H/W: 1. Test Retake TBA - Please study if you feel you need to retake.
2. Please bring headphones to class on Monday and Tuesday. You will need them for the assignment.
3/19: In class, we reviewed the quest. We also did a review activity for tomorrow's test. Each student was required to create a quizlet to review for the Unit 8 Test. Each class was assigned a certain number of flashcards (see instructions on Google Classroom). By the end of class each student had to share their quizlet link with the class on the spreadsheet. You can find the links for each class on GOOGLE CLASSROOM. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU STUDY YOUR NOTES, STUDY GUIDE, AND THE 28+QUIZLET LINKS TO HELP YOU PREPARE FOR TOMORROW'S TEST!
H/W: 1. If you did not complete your required number of flashcards on quizlet during class, please complete by THIS evening!
2. Study for Test 8 - Tomorrow
3/18: In class, we reviewed the study guide. We took Quest 8.
H/W: STUDY FOR TEST ON FRIDAY 3/20
3/17: In class, the counselors came to visit our class to discuss career pathways and colleges. Happy St. Patrick's Day!
HW: 1. Quest/Test 8 STUDY GUIDE - due tomorrow 3/18
2. Study Quest (3/18) and Test (3/20)
3/16: In class, students worked in pairs to discuss good studying strategies for the upcoming test. We also watched a Discovery Education video called Understanding Viruses. Students watched the video and answered their video questions. The video has been assigned to each of you on discoveryeducation.com as a study tool. If you were absent, it would be a good idea to back and watch the video and answer the questions.
H/W: 1. Study for your Quest (3/18) and Test (3/20)
3/13: In class, students worked in pairs to complete their assignment: Immune System and Disease. The assignment can be found on Google Classroom along with instructions. Students had to complete the assignment by the end of class. If you were absent, YOU DO HAVE TO MAKE THIS ASSIGNMENT UP BY NO LATE THAN TUESDAY, March 17.
H/W: 1. STUDY STUDY STUDY
Quest 8 (Wed 3/18) and Test 8 (Friday 3/20)
3/12: In class, we selected Around the Clock partners. We also completed the Epidemic vs Pandemic Activity on Google Classroom.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY
3/11: In class, we did a Disease Internet Activity. You can find the links on Google Classroom.
H/W: 1. Vector Wks
2. Study daily Quest 8 (3/18) and Test 8 (3/20)
3/10: In class, we learned about Protists. Students worked in groups to complete their Protists 4Corners Notes. In the last 15 minutes of class, we came back as a whole group and reviewed the answers to the notes. If absent, please click on the link to find the guidelines for the 4Corners notes and I have also attached in the link, pictures of the textbook pages.
H/W: 1. Study daily 15-20 minutes
Quest 8 (3/18) and Test 8 (3/20)
3/9: In class, we took Infectious Disease Notes. We watched a short video clip from National Geographic about parasites and host.
H/W: 1. Study daily for at least 15 minutes. Quest 8 (3/18) & Test 8 (3/20)
2. Test 7 Retake is on Thurday, must have your flashcards and study guide completed to take.
3/6: ATLANTA FIELD TRIP
3/5: ATLANTA FIELD TRIP
3/4: In class, we complete the Microbes & Diseases Notes from yesterday. We then watched a Discovery Ed. Swine Flu video. Students took A,E,I,O,U Notes about the video and then discussed the video within their groups.
H/W: 1. REVIEW NOTES
3/3: In class, we took Microbes & Disease Notes. In most classes, we did not complete the notes by a few slides. We will complete it tomorrow.
H/W: 1. Study these notes for at least 15 minutes tonight! HINT HINT....just in case.
2. Test 7 retake will be on 3/11. You must have hard copy proof of studying (Ex: a minimum 20 flashcards (but highly suggested to do more)
3/2: In class, we reviewed the answers from Test 7. We also took pre-Quest 8 (Disease unit). We also had DEAR (drop everything and read time 15 minutes) in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday.
H/W: 1. If you need to take the retest for the Quest (3/2) and/or Test (3/11), please make sure you are studying and have your hard copy proof of studying when you come to take the retest. (For example flashcards: note cards or quizlet, at least 20 cards)II
3/31: In class, we took Comparative Anatomy Notes. We also played a Natural Selection game.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest 9 TOMORROW!
3/30: In class, we started the day by talking about the importance of having a growth mindset and how we can change our fixed mindset to a growth mindset. We watched a youtube video about Growth Mindsets. We also took Evolution Notes and discussed Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection.
H/W: 1. Create a min. of 15 flashcards using quizlet or index cards (due tomorrow) & study 20-30 minutes.
2. Quest 9 (4/1) & Test 9 (4/15)
3/27: In class, students read Chapter 1.2 & 1.3. Students then made a graphic organizer. Evolution Corners Notes, please use the link to see the format and requirements for the assignment. I have also uploaded pictures on the PowerPoint of Chapter 1. All answers can be found in Chapter 1. Words should be written in pencil and all pictures should be colored using colored pencils.
H/W: 1. Complete Evolution Corner Notes
2. Study Quest 9 (4/1) and Test 9 (4/15)
3/26: In class, we started class with Chapter 1.1 Textbook review. Students read pages B9-B15 and answered the review questions #1-3 on page B15. We also reviewed over previous topics such as Law of Superposition, Absolute and Relative Age, Fossils, and Goelogic Time Scale. Students took Earth's History Review Notes. We did learn these topics during Qtr 1, but it is necessary to review in order to continue on with our Evolution unit.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest 9 (4/1) and Test 9 (4/15).
2. Quest/Test 8 RETAKE is tomorrow. You must have your vocab squares and study guide completed!
3/25: In class, we reviewed over Geologic Time Scale. Students worked with their learning partners to complete the Geologic Time Football Assignment. The assignment can be found on Google Classroom. Pages 1-3 must be typed in the Google Docs and submitted on Google Classroom. by 9:30am on Thursday. Page 4 (football field timeline-a copy was given out in class) will be submitted in class on Thursday.
H/W: 1. Complete Geologic Time Football Assignment
2. Quest/Test 8 RETAKE - Friday 3/27 (must complete study guide and vocab triangles to retake -see homepage for more details).
3. STUDY Quest 9 (4/1) and Test 9 (4/15)
3/24: In class, we took Pre-Quest 9. Student were given a copy of this pre-assessment to use as a study tool. The Quest will not be exactly the same, but it will have very similar questions. Since I am allowing to students to keep their prequest, students will not be allowed to retake Quest 9. Please use this extra study resource carefully. However, students will be able to retake Test 9. Today in class, we also completed the PBS video clips. Due to technical difficulties with the videos at home, students watched all the remaining videos in class. Students took notes on each video so they could go back and answer the questions on google classroom for homework.
H/W: 1. Complete PBS Video-Evolution Assignment on Google Classroom (Make sure to click turn in when completed)
2. Quest/Test 8 RETAKE - Friday, March 27. You must complete Vocab. squares to take the retake. See link on homepage for instructions.
3. STUDY Quest 9 (4/1) and Test 9 (4/15)
3/23: In class, we reviewed Test 7. We also started our new unit: Evolution. Over the next two days we will be watching PBS video clips about Evolution. There is a total of 7 video clips. We will watch each video and complete a writing response for each. The PBS Video Series-Evolution Assignment can be found on Google Classroom. Please make sure to read ALL of the instructions. Today we will only complete videos 1-3.
H/W: 1. Complete PBS Video-Evolution assignment #1-3. Due tomorrow. (Please do not go any further than what is assigned for today. We will complete #4-7 tomorrow).
2. QUEST/Test 8 Retake -TBA
3/20: In class, we took Test 8.
H/W: 1. Test Retake TBA - Please study if you feel you need to retake.
2. Please bring headphones to class on Monday and Tuesday. You will need them for the assignment.
3/19: In class, we reviewed the quest. We also did a review activity for tomorrow's test. Each student was required to create a quizlet to review for the Unit 8 Test. Each class was assigned a certain number of flashcards (see instructions on Google Classroom). By the end of class each student had to share their quizlet link with the class on the spreadsheet. You can find the links for each class on GOOGLE CLASSROOM. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU STUDY YOUR NOTES, STUDY GUIDE, AND THE 28+QUIZLET LINKS TO HELP YOU PREPARE FOR TOMORROW'S TEST!
H/W: 1. If you did not complete your required number of flashcards on quizlet during class, please complete by THIS evening!
2. Study for Test 8 - Tomorrow
3/18: In class, we reviewed the study guide. We took Quest 8.
H/W: STUDY FOR TEST ON FRIDAY 3/20
3/17: In class, the counselors came to visit our class to discuss career pathways and colleges. Happy St. Patrick's Day!
HW: 1. Quest/Test 8 STUDY GUIDE - due tomorrow 3/18
2. Study Quest (3/18) and Test (3/20)
3/16: In class, students worked in pairs to discuss good studying strategies for the upcoming test. We also watched a Discovery Education video called Understanding Viruses. Students watched the video and answered their video questions. The video has been assigned to each of you on discoveryeducation.com as a study tool. If you were absent, it would be a good idea to back and watch the video and answer the questions.
H/W: 1. Study for your Quest (3/18) and Test (3/20)
3/13: In class, students worked in pairs to complete their assignment: Immune System and Disease. The assignment can be found on Google Classroom along with instructions. Students had to complete the assignment by the end of class. If you were absent, YOU DO HAVE TO MAKE THIS ASSIGNMENT UP BY NO LATE THAN TUESDAY, March 17.
H/W: 1. STUDY STUDY STUDY
Quest 8 (Wed 3/18) and Test 8 (Friday 3/20)
3/12: In class, we selected Around the Clock partners. We also completed the Epidemic vs Pandemic Activity on Google Classroom.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY
3/11: In class, we did a Disease Internet Activity. You can find the links on Google Classroom.
H/W: 1. Vector Wks
2. Study daily Quest 8 (3/18) and Test 8 (3/20)
3/10: In class, we learned about Protists. Students worked in groups to complete their Protists 4Corners Notes. In the last 15 minutes of class, we came back as a whole group and reviewed the answers to the notes. If absent, please click on the link to find the guidelines for the 4Corners notes and I have also attached in the link, pictures of the textbook pages.
H/W: 1. Study daily 15-20 minutes
Quest 8 (3/18) and Test 8 (3/20)
3/9: In class, we took Infectious Disease Notes. We watched a short video clip from National Geographic about parasites and host.
H/W: 1. Study daily for at least 15 minutes. Quest 8 (3/18) & Test 8 (3/20)
2. Test 7 Retake is on Thurday, must have your flashcards and study guide completed to take.
3/6: ATLANTA FIELD TRIP
3/5: ATLANTA FIELD TRIP
3/4: In class, we complete the Microbes & Diseases Notes from yesterday. We then watched a Discovery Ed. Swine Flu video. Students took A,E,I,O,U Notes about the video and then discussed the video within their groups.
H/W: 1. REVIEW NOTES
3/3: In class, we took Microbes & Disease Notes. In most classes, we did not complete the notes by a few slides. We will complete it tomorrow.
H/W: 1. Study these notes for at least 15 minutes tonight! HINT HINT....just in case.
2. Test 7 retake will be on 3/11. You must have hard copy proof of studying (Ex: a minimum 20 flashcards (but highly suggested to do more)
3/2: In class, we reviewed the answers from Test 7. We also took pre-Quest 8 (Disease unit). We also had DEAR (drop everything and read time 15 minutes) in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday.
H/W: 1. If you need to take the retest for the Quest (3/2) and/or Test (3/11), please make sure you are studying and have your hard copy proof of studying when you come to take the retest. (For example flashcards: note cards or quizlet, at least 20 cards)II
January & February
H/W: 1. Get parent signature on progress report. Make sure to read carefully the bold print at the bottom for retake instructions and dates.
2/26: No School - Snow Day (Test 7 postponed until tomorrow 2/27)
2/25: In class, students took Quest 7. After the quest, students were introduced to our upcoming unit (Disease).
H/W: 1. Study for your Test - Tomorrow
2/24: In class, we continued to discuss Biotechnology and how it relates to us in North Carolina and globally. We worked in Literacy Circles to discuss the four different articles. If you did not complete your article report homework from the night before, you were given an alternate assignment (Textbook review for the test). We also played Kahoot to review for the quest and test. All classes were given at least 15 minutes or more to start working on their Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Quest/Test 7 Study Guide - due tomorrow (Since I will be absent tomorrow, if you have any questions about the study guide, please see Ms. Smart during working lunch. She will be able to assist you and she will also have a review Kahoot game going.
2. STUDY STUDY STUDY for your quest tomorrow and test on Thursday. \
2/23: In class, we took Biotechnology Notes (See Mrs. Kickham during working lunch for the notes or ask a friend). Students were assigned to an article related to NC Biotechnology. Instructions can be found on Google Classroom. If you were absent, please 1 of the 4 articles do your report on. You must submit you assignment on Google Classroom to recieve credit. It is due no later than 10am tomorrow morning.
H/W: 1. NC Biotech. Article Report (Articles assigned in class. If absent, please pick one article) Turn in assignment on Google Classroom.
2. Quest - Wednesday 2/25 STUDY
3. Test - Thursday 2/26 STUDY
2/20: In class, we discussed the importance of good health and exercise. We also discussesd the short and long term effects that smoking and alcohol has on the body. To review these topics, students were instructed to create a Alcohol & Tobacco Poster. The poster is 1 piece of printer paper, front and back. I did provided the paper in class. Students can use my Alcohol and Tobacco Notes, but not all the information that is needed for the poster is in these notes. Students will have to do some of their own research. Please use reliable resources. Students were given the entire class time to work on this poster, plus the weekend to complete the assignment.
H/W: 1. Complete Alcohol & Tobacco Poster
2. Study Quest (2/25) and Test (2/26)
2/19: In class, we discussed and took Mitosis & Meiosis Notes. Students were also given class time before and after the notes to work on their homework packet.
H/W: 1. Complete Cell Cycle & Mitosis Packet - If absent, see Mrs. Kickham for a copy.
2. Study daily for Quest (2/25) and Test (2/26). Pages 79-presents
2/18: No School - Snow/Ice Day
2/17: No School - Snow/Ice Day
2/16: No School - President's Day
2/13: No School - Teacher Workday
2/12: In class, continued Diffusion & Osmosis Lab and we complete the Diffusion/Osmosis Egg Lab. Students completed their lab report in class and turned the assignment in before they left class.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY (Pages 79 - Present in your Science Binder - Qtr 3)
Quest 7 - Mon 2/23
Test 7 - Tues 2/24
2/11: In class, we started part 1 of the Diffusion/Osmosis Egg Lab. We will complete the lab tomorrow. We also took Diffusion & Osmosis Notes.
H/W: Study Daily for Quest 7 (2/23) and Test 7 (2/24) Study notes and handouts from page 79-present.
2/10: In class, we reviewed the organelle homework. We took Molecules Notes and discussed the importance of each within the cell and within our everyday lives. We also created Valentine's Day posters using science puns. We brainstormed what puns we could make using content that we have learned so far this year. Also, we took a pop quiz. It is very important that you study notes for this unit for at least 10-20 minutes daily.
H/W: 1. Macromolecules in your Food - Be specific when writing your labels, what brand, what kind??
2. Study for Quest (2/23) & Test (2/24)
2/9: In class, we played a quick Kahoot to review Cell Organelles. We then took Cellular Respiration Notes. The last 15-20 minutes was used to complete the front side of their homework:
H/W: 1. Organelle WKS - Front Side (City Analogies) & Back Side (Riddles)
2. Study 10-20 minutes - Always be ready for POP quiz
2/6: In class, we had a class discussion and took Cell & Organelle Notes. Much of this unit that pertains to cells, is a review from previous years.
H/W: 1. Study cell theory & organelle notes - Be prepared for a POP quiz!
2. Test 6 Retake - Monday 2/9 - STUDY STUDY STUDY!
2/5: In class, we completed the Pre-Quest 7. We took Cell Theory Notes.
H/W: Study Notes 10-20 minutes (Be ready for a POP quiz) ;)
2/4: In class, we reviewed the answers of Test 6. We then took Pre-Quest 7 to review the upcoming units.
H/W: 1. Quest retake - tomorrow working lunch
Test retake - Monday 2/9 working lunch
STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY
2/3: In class, before taking the test, we reviewed the 5 different ways to speed up a chemical reaction. After a quick review, we took Test 6.
H/W: 1. If you made below an 80 on the test, or you know you did not do well on the Test today, please begin studying for the retake.
RETAKE TBA
2/2: In class, we reviewed the study guide, we took Quest 6, and then played a test review game.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 6 - Tomorrow
1/30: In class, we started working on our Quest/Test 6 Study guide. You can find the study guide assignment on Google Classroom. Please complete the study guide and turn the assignment in on Google classroom AND print a hard copy for your notebook by Monday morning at 9:30am. Students were given the entire class, plus this weekend to complete the study guide.
H/W: 1. Complete study guide on Google Classroom (Turn In) & print a hard copy for binder
2. STUDY for quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/29: In class, we took Energy Recap Notes to review all the different resources types.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest 6 (2/2) and Test 6 (2/3).
1/28: In class, we continued the Energy Debates.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/27: In class, we started the Project presentations and Debate.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/26: In class, Energy Debate Project Workshop - Day 4 (last day). Students should have completed their project by then end of class and practiced their presentations and debate skills with their group.
H/W: 1. PRACTICE & COMPLETE PROJECT - DUE TOMORROW
2. Study daily for 10-20 min.
Quest 6 - 1/28
Test 6 - date changed to Tuesday 2/3
1/22: In class, Energy Debate Project Workshop - Day 3.
H/W: 1. Work on Project - Complete individual wks & PPT
2. Study daily 10-20 min.
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 has been moved to Tuesday, February 3
1/21: In class, Energy Debate Project WORKSHOP - Day 2. Students continued working on their research for their project. Each group should have completed at least 90% of their research and worksheet. If not, you need to work on your project at home to get caught up.
H/W: 1. Continue working on your research & individual worksheet for your project (assignments and guidelines are on GOOGLE CLASSROOM)
2. Study daily - 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 - Friday. 1/30
1/20: In class, Energy Debate Project WORKSHOP - Day 1. Students began their research for their project.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed 1/28
Test 6 - Friday 1/30
2. Continue working on Project - due Tues. 1/27. EVERYONE MUST PRESENT.
1/16: In class, we began our Energy unit. Students watched "Power Surge." While watching the video, students were required to answer the video questions.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed 1/28
Test 6 - Fri 1/30
1/15: In class, we reviewed and turned in the Law of Conservation of Mass Lab Report. We then introduced The Great Energy Debate projects. Students were told their groups. Guidelines/Rubric and individual research worksheet can be found on GOOGLE CLASSROOM.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6: Wed. 1/28
Test 6: Friday 1/30
2. Project due Tuesday, January 27
1/14: In class, we did the Law of Conservation of Mass Lab.
H/W: 1. Complete Lab report due tomorrow
2. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 - Friday 1/30
1/13: In class, we completed the Chem Review Stations Activity. Your stations booklet is a great study tool for the Chemistry units, please refer to the key to the Chem Review Stations ANSWER KEY to help you study. This is one of the many resources you may use to prepare for your test. After the stations activity, we took Catalyst, Exothermic & Endothermic Notes.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10-20 minutes)
1/12: In class, we did Chem Review Station Activity. Students worked in groups of 3-4 to complete each station. Students had 6-7 minutes to complete each station. Station topics covered material from this unit and the last unit. The stations (topics) were the following: 1. Atoms & Elements 2. Compounds and Mixtures 3. The Periodic Table 4. Physical Properties & Changes 5. Chemical Properties & Changes 6. Synthesizing Properties & Changes 7. Law of Conservation of Mass 8. Balancing Chemical Equations
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10 - 20 minutes)
1/9: In class, we took the last Greek/Latin quiz for this quarter. We then watched Myth Busters: Skunked to review Chemical Reactions. Periodically we stopped the video to have class discussions.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10 - 20 minutes)
1/8: In class, we took Physical and Chemical Properties Notes. We then completed the Snowman Challenge. If time permitted, students were able to begin their homework.
H/W: 1. Physical & Chemical Change WKS
2. Study, G/L Quiz tomorrow
1/7: In class, we reviewed Balancing Equations WKS homework. We then played Snowman Challenge. Students worked in groups of two to practice balancing equations. It was a competition between the groups. The group that could complete the most equations the fastest and the most accurately won. We will continue this challenge later this week.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 1/9
1/6: In class, we took Balancing Equations Notes and did practice problems together. Students were given 10-15 minutes at the end of class to begin their homework assignment. As a class, we completed a couple questions from each part of the homework as an examples.
H/W: 1. Balancing Equations WKS (Key attached to worksheet)
2. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 1/9
1/5: In class, we completed the last few project presentations. We then took a Pre-Quest (This is not a grade, but the student will see very similar questions on their Quest at the end of the unit). After the Pre-Quest, we started a Discovery Education video: Standard Deviants - Chemical Reactions. Students were required to take notes during the video and during discussions. We will complete the last 10-15 minutes of the video tomorrow in class.
H\W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 1/9 (This will be the last G/L Quiz for this quarter!)
2. Please make sure your binder is neat and organized. See Table of Contents for assistance.
3. Be prepared for class. Make sure to have plenty of paper in your binder, bring a your agenda, pencil to class everyday!
Preparedness = on the right track to SUCCESS!
3/3: In class, we took Microbes & Disease Notes. In most classes, we did not complete the notes by a few slides. We will complete it tomorrow.
H/W: 1. Study these notes for at least 15 minutes tonight! HINT HINT....just in case.
2. Test 7 retake will be on 3/11. You must have hard copy proof of studying (Ex: a minimum 20 flashcards (but highly suggested to do more)
3/2: In class, we reviewed the answers from Test 7. We also took pre-Quest 8 (Disease unit). We also had DEAR (drop everything and read time 15 minutes) in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday.
H/W: 1. If you need to take the retest for the Quest (3/2) and/or Test (3/11), please make sure you are studying and have your hard copy proof of studying when you come to take the retest. (For example flashcards: note cards or quizlet, at least 20 cards)
2/27: In class, we took Test 7.
H/W: 1. Get parent signature on progress report. Make sure to read carefully the bold print at the bottom for retake instructions and dates.
2/26: No School - Snow Day (Test 7 postponed until tomorrow 2/27)
2/25: In class, students took Quest 7. After the quest, students were introduced to our upcoming unit (Disease).
H/W: 1. Study for your Test - Tomorrow
2/24: In class, we continued to discuss Biotechnology and how it relates to us in North Carolina and globally. We worked in Literacy Circles to discuss the four different articles. If you did not complete your article report homework from the night before, you were given an alternate assignment (Textbook review for the test). We also played Kahoot to review for the quest and test. All classes were given at least 15 minutes or more to start working on their Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Quest/Test 7 Study Guide - due tomorrow (Since I will be absent tomorrow, if you have any questions about the study guide, please see Ms. Smart during working lunch. She will be able to assist you and she will also have a review Kahoot game going.
2. STUDY STUDY STUDY for your quest tomorrow and test on Thursday. \
2/23: In class, we took Biotechnology Notes (See Mrs. Kickham during working lunch for the notes or ask a friend). Students were assigned to an article related to NC Biotechnology. Instructions can be found on Google Classroom. If you were absent, please 1 of the 4 articles do your report on. You must submit you assignment on Google Classroom to recieve credit. It is due no later than 10am tomorrow morning.
H/W: 1. NC Biotech. Article Report (Articles assigned in class. If absent, please pick one article) Turn in assignment on Google Classroom.
2. Quest - Wednesday 2/25 STUDY
3. Test - Thursday 2/26 STUDY
2/20: In class, we discussed the importance of good health and exercise. We also discussesd the short and long term effects that smoking and alcohol has on the body. To review these topics, students were instructed to create a Alcohol & Tobacco Poster. The poster is 1 piece of printer paper, front and back. I did provided the paper in class. Students can use my Alcohol and Tobacco Notes, but not all the information that is needed for the poster is in these notes. Students will have to do some of their own research. Please use reliable resources. Students were given the entire class time to work on this poster, plus the weekend to complete the assignment.
H/W: 1. Complete Alcohol & Tobacco Poster
2. Study Quest (2/25) and Test (2/26)
2/19: In class, we discussed and took Mitosis & Meiosis Notes. Students were also given class time before and after the notes to work on their homework packet.
H/W: 1. Complete Cell Cycle & Mitosis Packet - If absent, see Mrs. Kickham for a copy.
2. Study daily for Quest (2/25) and Test (2/26). Pages 79-presents
2/18: No School - Snow/Ice Day
2/17: No School - Snow/Ice Day
2/16: No School - President's Day
2/13: No School - Teacher Workday
2/12: In class, continued Diffusion & Osmosis Lab and we complete the Diffusion/Osmosis Egg Lab. Students completed their lab report in class and turned the assignment in before they left class.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY (Pages 79 - Present in your Science Binder - Qtr 3)
Quest 7 - Mon 2/23
Test 7 - Tues 2/24
2/11: In class, we started part 1 of the Diffusion/Osmosis Egg Lab. We will complete the lab tomorrow. We also took Diffusion & Osmosis Notes.
H/W: Study Daily for Quest 7 (2/23) and Test 7 (2/24) Study notes and handouts from page 79-present.
2/10: In class, we reviewed the organelle homework. We took Molecules Notes and discussed the importance of each within the cell and within our everyday lives. We also created Valentine's Day posters using science puns. We brainstormed what puns we could make using content that we have learned so far this year. Also, we took a pop quiz. It is very important that you study notes for this unit for at least 10-20 minutes daily.
H/W: 1. Macromolecules in your Food - Be specific when writing your labels, what brand, what kind??
2. Study for Quest (2/23) & Test (2/24)
2/9: In class, we played a quick Kahoot to review Cell Organelles. We then took Cellular Respiration Notes. The last 15-20 minutes was used to complete the front side of their homework:
H/W: 1. Organelle WKS - Front Side (City Analogies) & Back Side (Riddles)
2. Study 10-20 minutes - Always be ready for POP quiz
2/6: In class, we had a class discussion and took Cell & Organelle Notes. Much of this unit that pertains to cells, is a review from previous years.
H/W: 1. Study cell theory & organelle notes - Be prepared for a POP quiz!
2. Test 6 Retake - Monday 2/9 - STUDY STUDY STUDY!
2/5: In class, we completed the Pre-Quest 7. We took Cell Theory Notes.
H/W: Study Notes 10-20 minutes (Be ready for a POP quiz) ;)
2/4: In class, we reviewed the answers of Test 6. We then took Pre-Quest 7 to review the upcoming units.
H/W: 1. Quest retake - tomorrow working lunch
Test retake - Monday 2/9 working lunch
STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY
2/3: In class, before taking the test, we reviewed the 5 different ways to speed up a chemical reaction. After a quick review, we took Test 6.
H/W: 1. If you made below an 80 on the test, or you know you did not do well on the Test today, please begin studying for the retake.
RETAKE TBA
2/2: In class, we reviewed the study guide, we took Quest 6, and then played a test review game.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 6 - Tomorrow
1/30: In class, we started working on our Quest/Test 6 Study guide. You can find the study guide assignment on Google Classroom. Please complete the study guide and turn the assignment in on Google classroom AND print a hard copy for your notebook by Monday morning at 9:30am. Students were given the entire class, plus this weekend to complete the study guide.
H/W: 1. Complete study guide on Google Classroom (Turn In) & print a hard copy for binder
2. STUDY for quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/29: In class, we took Energy Recap Notes to review all the different resources types.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest 6 (2/2) and Test 6 (2/3).
1/28: In class, we continued the Energy Debates.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/27: In class, we started the Project presentations and Debate.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/26: In class, Energy Debate Project Workshop - Day 4 (last day). Students should have completed their project by then end of class and practiced their presentations and debate skills with their group.
H/W: 1. PRACTICE & COMPLETE PROJECT - DUE TOMORROW
2. Study daily for 10-20 min.
Quest 6 - 1/28
Test 6 - date changed to Tuesday 2/3
1/22: In class, Energy Debate Project Workshop - Day 3.
H/W: 1. Work on Project - Complete individual wks & PPT
2. Study daily 10-20 min.
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 has been moved to Tuesday, February 3
1/21: In class, Energy Debate Project WORKSHOP - Day 2. Students continued working on their research for their project. Each group should have completed at least 90% of their research and worksheet. If not, you need to work on your project at home to get caught up.
H/W: 1. Continue working on your research & individual worksheet for your project (assignments and guidelines are on GOOGLE CLASSROOM)
2. Study daily - 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 - Friday. 1/30
1/20: In class, Energy Debate Project WORKSHOP - Day 1. Students began their research for their project.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed 1/28
Test 6 - Friday 1/30
2. Continue working on Project - due Tues. 1/27. EVERYONE MUST PRESENT.
1/16: In class, we began our Energy unit. Students watched "Power Surge." While watching the video, students were required to answer the video questions.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed 1/28
Test 6 - Fri 1/30
1/15: In class, we reviewed and turned in the Law of Conservation of Mass Lab Report. We then introduced The Great Energy Debate projects. Students were told their groups. Guidelines/Rubric and individual research worksheet can be found on GOOGLE CLASSROOM.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6: Wed. 1/28
Test 6: Friday 1/30
2. Project due Tuesday, January 27
1/14: In class, we did the Law of Conservation of Mass Lab.
H/W: 1. Complete Lab report due tomorrow
2. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 - Friday 1/30
1/13: In class, we completed the Chem Review Stations Activity. Your stations booklet is a great study tool for the Chemistry units, please refer to the key to the Chem Review Stations ANSWER KEY to help you study. This is one of the many resources you may use to prepare for your test. After the stations activity, we took Catalyst, Exothermic & Endothermic Notes.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10-20 minutes)
1/12: In class, we did Chem Review Station Activity. Students worked in groups of 3-4 to complete each station. Students had 6-7 minutes to complete each station. Station topics covered material from this unit and the last unit. The stations (topics) were the following: 1. Atoms & Elements 2. Compounds and Mixtures 3. The Periodic Table 4. Physical Properties & Changes 5. Chemical Properties & Changes 6. Synthesizing Properties & Changes 7. Law of Conservation of Mass 8. Balancing Chemical Equations
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10 - 20 minutes)
1/9: In class, we took the last Greek/Latin quiz for this quarter. We then watched Myth Busters: Skunked to review Chemical Reactions. Periodically we stopped the video to have class discussions.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10 - 20 minutes)
1/8: In class, we took Physical and Chemical Properties Notes. We then completed the Snowman Challenge. If time permitted, students were able to begin their homework.
H/W: 1. Physical & Chemical Change WKS
2. Study, G/L Quiz tomorrow
1/7: In class, we reviewed Balancing Equations WKS homework. We then played Snowman Challenge. Students worked in groups of two to practice balancing equations. It was a competition between the groups. The group that could complete the most equations the fastest and the most accurately won. We will continue this challenge later this week.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 1/9
1/6: In class, we took Balancing Equations Notes and did practice problems together. Students were given 10-15 minutes at the end of class to begin their homework assignment. As a class, we completed a couple questions from each part of the homework as an examples.
H/W: 1. Balancing Equations WKS (Key attached to worksheet)
2. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 1/9
1/5: In class, we completed the last few project presentations. We then took a Pre-Quest (This is not a grade, but the student will see very similar questions on their Quest at the end of the unit). After the Pre-Quest, we started a Discovery Education video: Standard Deviants - Chemical Reactions. Students were required to take notes during the video and during discussions. We will complete the last 10-15 minutes of the video tomorrow in class.
H\W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 1/9 (This will be the last G/L Quiz for this quarter!)
2. Please make sure your binder is neat and organized. See Table of Contents for assistance.
3. Be prepared for class. Make sure to have plenty of paper in your binder, bring a your agenda, pencil to class everyday!
Preparedness = on the right track to SUCCESS!e
H/W: 1. Get parent signature on progress report. Make sure to read carefully the bold print at the bottom for retake instructions and dates.
2/26: No School - Snow Day (Test 7 postponed until tomorrow 2/27)
2/25: In class, students took Quest 7. After the quest, students were introduced to our upcoming unit (Disease).
H/W: 1. Study for your Test - Tomorrow
2/24: In class, we continued to discuss Biotechnology and how it relates to us in North Carolina and globally. We worked in Literacy Circles to discuss the four different articles. If you did not complete your article report homework from the night before, you were given an alternate assignment (Textbook review for the test). We also played Kahoot to review for the quest and test. All classes were given at least 15 minutes or more to start working on their Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Quest/Test 7 Study Guide - due tomorrow (Since I will be absent tomorrow, if you have any questions about the study guide, please see Ms. Smart during working lunch. She will be able to assist you and she will also have a review Kahoot game going.
2. STUDY STUDY STUDY for your quest tomorrow and test on Thursday. \
2/23: In class, we took Biotechnology Notes (See Mrs. Kickham during working lunch for the notes or ask a friend). Students were assigned to an article related to NC Biotechnology. Instructions can be found on Google Classroom. If you were absent, please 1 of the 4 articles do your report on. You must submit you assignment on Google Classroom to recieve credit. It is due no later than 10am tomorrow morning.
H/W: 1. NC Biotech. Article Report (Articles assigned in class. If absent, please pick one article) Turn in assignment on Google Classroom.
2. Quest - Wednesday 2/25 STUDY
3. Test - Thursday 2/26 STUDY
2/20: In class, we discussed the importance of good health and exercise. We also discussesd the short and long term effects that smoking and alcohol has on the body. To review these topics, students were instructed to create a Alcohol & Tobacco Poster. The poster is 1 piece of printer paper, front and back. I did provided the paper in class. Students can use my Alcohol and Tobacco Notes, but not all the information that is needed for the poster is in these notes. Students will have to do some of their own research. Please use reliable resources. Students were given the entire class time to work on this poster, plus the weekend to complete the assignment.
H/W: 1. Complete Alcohol & Tobacco Poster
2. Study Quest (2/25) and Test (2/26)
2/19: In class, we discussed and took Mitosis & Meiosis Notes. Students were also given class time before and after the notes to work on their homework packet.
H/W: 1. Complete Cell Cycle & Mitosis Packet - If absent, see Mrs. Kickham for a copy.
2. Study daily for Quest (2/25) and Test (2/26). Pages 79-presents
2/18: No School - Snow/Ice Day
2/17: No School - Snow/Ice Day
2/16: No School - President's Day
2/13: No School - Teacher Workday
2/12: In class, continued Diffusion & Osmosis Lab and we complete the Diffusion/Osmosis Egg Lab. Students completed their lab report in class and turned the assignment in before they left class.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY (Pages 79 - Present in your Science Binder - Qtr 3)
Quest 7 - Mon 2/23
Test 7 - Tues 2/24
2/11: In class, we started part 1 of the Diffusion/Osmosis Egg Lab. We will complete the lab tomorrow. We also took Diffusion & Osmosis Notes.
H/W: Study Daily for Quest 7 (2/23) and Test 7 (2/24) Study notes and handouts from page 79-present.
2/10: In class, we reviewed the organelle homework. We took Molecules Notes and discussed the importance of each within the cell and within our everyday lives. We also created Valentine's Day posters using science puns. We brainstormed what puns we could make using content that we have learned so far this year. Also, we took a pop quiz. It is very important that you study notes for this unit for at least 10-20 minutes daily.
H/W: 1. Macromolecules in your Food - Be specific when writing your labels, what brand, what kind??
2. Study for Quest (2/23) & Test (2/24)
2/9: In class, we played a quick Kahoot to review Cell Organelles. We then took Cellular Respiration Notes. The last 15-20 minutes was used to complete the front side of their homework:
H/W: 1. Organelle WKS - Front Side (City Analogies) & Back Side (Riddles)
2. Study 10-20 minutes - Always be ready for POP quiz
2/6: In class, we had a class discussion and took Cell & Organelle Notes. Much of this unit that pertains to cells, is a review from previous years.
H/W: 1. Study cell theory & organelle notes - Be prepared for a POP quiz!
2. Test 6 Retake - Monday 2/9 - STUDY STUDY STUDY!
2/5: In class, we completed the Pre-Quest 7. We took Cell Theory Notes.
H/W: Study Notes 10-20 minutes (Be ready for a POP quiz) ;)
2/4: In class, we reviewed the answers of Test 6. We then took Pre-Quest 7 to review the upcoming units.
H/W: 1. Quest retake - tomorrow working lunch
Test retake - Monday 2/9 working lunch
STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY
2/3: In class, before taking the test, we reviewed the 5 different ways to speed up a chemical reaction. After a quick review, we took Test 6.
H/W: 1. If you made below an 80 on the test, or you know you did not do well on the Test today, please begin studying for the retake.
RETAKE TBA
2/2: In class, we reviewed the study guide, we took Quest 6, and then played a test review game.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 6 - Tomorrow
1/30: In class, we started working on our Quest/Test 6 Study guide. You can find the study guide assignment on Google Classroom. Please complete the study guide and turn the assignment in on Google classroom AND print a hard copy for your notebook by Monday morning at 9:30am. Students were given the entire class, plus this weekend to complete the study guide.
H/W: 1. Complete study guide on Google Classroom (Turn In) & print a hard copy for binder
2. STUDY for quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/29: In class, we took Energy Recap Notes to review all the different resources types.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest 6 (2/2) and Test 6 (2/3).
1/28: In class, we continued the Energy Debates.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/27: In class, we started the Project presentations and Debate.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/26: In class, Energy Debate Project Workshop - Day 4 (last day). Students should have completed their project by then end of class and practiced their presentations and debate skills with their group.
H/W: 1. PRACTICE & COMPLETE PROJECT - DUE TOMORROW
2. Study daily for 10-20 min.
Quest 6 - 1/28
Test 6 - date changed to Tuesday 2/3
1/22: In class, Energy Debate Project Workshop - Day 3.
H/W: 1. Work on Project - Complete individual wks & PPT
2. Study daily 10-20 min.
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 has been moved to Tuesday, February 3
1/21: In class, Energy Debate Project WORKSHOP - Day 2. Students continued working on their research for their project. Each group should have completed at least 90% of their research and worksheet. If not, you need to work on your project at home to get caught up.
H/W: 1. Continue working on your research & individual worksheet for your project (assignments and guidelines are on GOOGLE CLASSROOM)
2. Study daily - 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 - Friday. 1/30
1/20: In class, Energy Debate Project WORKSHOP - Day 1. Students began their research for their project.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed 1/28
Test 6 - Friday 1/30
2. Continue working on Project - due Tues. 1/27. EVERYONE MUST PRESENT.
1/16: In class, we began our Energy unit. Students watched "Power Surge." While watching the video, students were required to answer the video questions.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed 1/28
Test 6 - Fri 1/30
1/15: In class, we reviewed and turned in the Law of Conservation of Mass Lab Report. We then introduced The Great Energy Debate projects. Students were told their groups. Guidelines/Rubric and individual research worksheet can be found on GOOGLE CLASSROOM.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6: Wed. 1/28
Test 6: Friday 1/30
2. Project due Tuesday, January 27
1/14: In class, we did the Law of Conservation of Mass Lab.
H/W: 1. Complete Lab report due tomorrow
2. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 - Friday 1/30
1/13: In class, we completed the Chem Review Stations Activity. Your stations booklet is a great study tool for the Chemistry units, please refer to the key to the Chem Review Stations ANSWER KEY to help you study. This is one of the many resources you may use to prepare for your test. After the stations activity, we took Catalyst, Exothermic & Endothermic Notes.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10-20 minutes)
1/12: In class, we did Chem Review Station Activity. Students worked in groups of 3-4 to complete each station. Students had 6-7 minutes to complete each station. Station topics covered material from this unit and the last unit. The stations (topics) were the following: 1. Atoms & Elements 2. Compounds and Mixtures 3. The Periodic Table 4. Physical Properties & Changes 5. Chemical Properties & Changes 6. Synthesizing Properties & Changes 7. Law of Conservation of Mass 8. Balancing Chemical Equations
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10 - 20 minutes)
1/9: In class, we took the last Greek/Latin quiz for this quarter. We then watched Myth Busters: Skunked to review Chemical Reactions. Periodically we stopped the video to have class discussions.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10 - 20 minutes)
1/8: In class, we took Physical and Chemical Properties Notes. We then completed the Snowman Challenge. If time permitted, students were able to begin their homework.
H/W: 1. Physical & Chemical Change WKS
2. Study, G/L Quiz tomorrow
1/7: In class, we reviewed Balancing Equations WKS homework. We then played Snowman Challenge. Students worked in groups of two to practice balancing equations. It was a competition between the groups. The group that could complete the most equations the fastest and the most accurately won. We will continue this challenge later this week.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 1/9
1/6: In class, we took Balancing Equations Notes and did practice problems together. Students were given 10-15 minutes at the end of class to begin their homework assignment. As a class, we completed a couple questions from each part of the homework as an examples.
H/W: 1. Balancing Equations WKS (Key attached to worksheet)
2. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 1/9
1/5: In class, we completed the last few project presentations. We then took a Pre-Quest (This is not a grade, but the student will see very similar questions on their Quest at the end of the unit). After the Pre-Quest, we started a Discovery Education video: Standard Deviants - Chemical Reactions. Students were required to take notes during the video and during discussions. We will complete the last 10-15 minutes of the video tomorrow in class.
H\W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 1/9 (This will be the last G/L Quiz for this quarter!)
2. Please make sure your binder is neat and organized. See Table of Contents for assistance.
3. Be prepared for class. Make sure to have plenty of paper in your binder, bring a your agenda, pencil to class everyday!
Preparedness = on the right track to SUCCESS!
3/3: In class, we took Microbes & Disease Notes. In most classes, we did not complete the notes by a few slides. We will complete it tomorrow.
H/W: 1. Study these notes for at least 15 minutes tonight! HINT HINT....just in case.
2. Test 7 retake will be on 3/11. You must have hard copy proof of studying (Ex: a minimum 20 flashcards (but highly suggested to do more)
3/2: In class, we reviewed the answers from Test 7. We also took pre-Quest 8 (Disease unit). We also had DEAR (drop everything and read time 15 minutes) in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday.
H/W: 1. If you need to take the retest for the Quest (3/2) and/or Test (3/11), please make sure you are studying and have your hard copy proof of studying when you come to take the retest. (For example flashcards: note cards or quizlet, at least 20 cards)
2/27: In class, we took Test 7.
H/W: 1. Get parent signature on progress report. Make sure to read carefully the bold print at the bottom for retake instructions and dates.
2/26: No School - Snow Day (Test 7 postponed until tomorrow 2/27)
2/25: In class, students took Quest 7. After the quest, students were introduced to our upcoming unit (Disease).
H/W: 1. Study for your Test - Tomorrow
2/24: In class, we continued to discuss Biotechnology and how it relates to us in North Carolina and globally. We worked in Literacy Circles to discuss the four different articles. If you did not complete your article report homework from the night before, you were given an alternate assignment (Textbook review for the test). We also played Kahoot to review for the quest and test. All classes were given at least 15 minutes or more to start working on their Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Quest/Test 7 Study Guide - due tomorrow (Since I will be absent tomorrow, if you have any questions about the study guide, please see Ms. Smart during working lunch. She will be able to assist you and she will also have a review Kahoot game going.
2. STUDY STUDY STUDY for your quest tomorrow and test on Thursday. \
2/23: In class, we took Biotechnology Notes (See Mrs. Kickham during working lunch for the notes or ask a friend). Students were assigned to an article related to NC Biotechnology. Instructions can be found on Google Classroom. If you were absent, please 1 of the 4 articles do your report on. You must submit you assignment on Google Classroom to recieve credit. It is due no later than 10am tomorrow morning.
H/W: 1. NC Biotech. Article Report (Articles assigned in class. If absent, please pick one article) Turn in assignment on Google Classroom.
2. Quest - Wednesday 2/25 STUDY
3. Test - Thursday 2/26 STUDY
2/20: In class, we discussed the importance of good health and exercise. We also discussesd the short and long term effects that smoking and alcohol has on the body. To review these topics, students were instructed to create a Alcohol & Tobacco Poster. The poster is 1 piece of printer paper, front and back. I did provided the paper in class. Students can use my Alcohol and Tobacco Notes, but not all the information that is needed for the poster is in these notes. Students will have to do some of their own research. Please use reliable resources. Students were given the entire class time to work on this poster, plus the weekend to complete the assignment.
H/W: 1. Complete Alcohol & Tobacco Poster
2. Study Quest (2/25) and Test (2/26)
2/19: In class, we discussed and took Mitosis & Meiosis Notes. Students were also given class time before and after the notes to work on their homework packet.
H/W: 1. Complete Cell Cycle & Mitosis Packet - If absent, see Mrs. Kickham for a copy.
2. Study daily for Quest (2/25) and Test (2/26). Pages 79-presents
2/18: No School - Snow/Ice Day
2/17: No School - Snow/Ice Day
2/16: No School - President's Day
2/13: No School - Teacher Workday
2/12: In class, continued Diffusion & Osmosis Lab and we complete the Diffusion/Osmosis Egg Lab. Students completed their lab report in class and turned the assignment in before they left class.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY (Pages 79 - Present in your Science Binder - Qtr 3)
Quest 7 - Mon 2/23
Test 7 - Tues 2/24
2/11: In class, we started part 1 of the Diffusion/Osmosis Egg Lab. We will complete the lab tomorrow. We also took Diffusion & Osmosis Notes.
H/W: Study Daily for Quest 7 (2/23) and Test 7 (2/24) Study notes and handouts from page 79-present.
2/10: In class, we reviewed the organelle homework. We took Molecules Notes and discussed the importance of each within the cell and within our everyday lives. We also created Valentine's Day posters using science puns. We brainstormed what puns we could make using content that we have learned so far this year. Also, we took a pop quiz. It is very important that you study notes for this unit for at least 10-20 minutes daily.
H/W: 1. Macromolecules in your Food - Be specific when writing your labels, what brand, what kind??
2. Study for Quest (2/23) & Test (2/24)
2/9: In class, we played a quick Kahoot to review Cell Organelles. We then took Cellular Respiration Notes. The last 15-20 minutes was used to complete the front side of their homework:
H/W: 1. Organelle WKS - Front Side (City Analogies) & Back Side (Riddles)
2. Study 10-20 minutes - Always be ready for POP quiz
2/6: In class, we had a class discussion and took Cell & Organelle Notes. Much of this unit that pertains to cells, is a review from previous years.
H/W: 1. Study cell theory & organelle notes - Be prepared for a POP quiz!
2. Test 6 Retake - Monday 2/9 - STUDY STUDY STUDY!
2/5: In class, we completed the Pre-Quest 7. We took Cell Theory Notes.
H/W: Study Notes 10-20 minutes (Be ready for a POP quiz) ;)
2/4: In class, we reviewed the answers of Test 6. We then took Pre-Quest 7 to review the upcoming units.
H/W: 1. Quest retake - tomorrow working lunch
Test retake - Monday 2/9 working lunch
STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY
2/3: In class, before taking the test, we reviewed the 5 different ways to speed up a chemical reaction. After a quick review, we took Test 6.
H/W: 1. If you made below an 80 on the test, or you know you did not do well on the Test today, please begin studying for the retake.
RETAKE TBA
2/2: In class, we reviewed the study guide, we took Quest 6, and then played a test review game.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 6 - Tomorrow
1/30: In class, we started working on our Quest/Test 6 Study guide. You can find the study guide assignment on Google Classroom. Please complete the study guide and turn the assignment in on Google classroom AND print a hard copy for your notebook by Monday morning at 9:30am. Students were given the entire class, plus this weekend to complete the study guide.
H/W: 1. Complete study guide on Google Classroom (Turn In) & print a hard copy for binder
2. STUDY for quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/29: In class, we took Energy Recap Notes to review all the different resources types.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest 6 (2/2) and Test 6 (2/3).
1/28: In class, we continued the Energy Debates.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/27: In class, we started the Project presentations and Debate.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest (2/2) and Test (2/3)
1/26: In class, Energy Debate Project Workshop - Day 4 (last day). Students should have completed their project by then end of class and practiced their presentations and debate skills with their group.
H/W: 1. PRACTICE & COMPLETE PROJECT - DUE TOMORROW
2. Study daily for 10-20 min.
Quest 6 - 1/28
Test 6 - date changed to Tuesday 2/3
1/22: In class, Energy Debate Project Workshop - Day 3.
H/W: 1. Work on Project - Complete individual wks & PPT
2. Study daily 10-20 min.
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 has been moved to Tuesday, February 3
1/21: In class, Energy Debate Project WORKSHOP - Day 2. Students continued working on their research for their project. Each group should have completed at least 90% of their research and worksheet. If not, you need to work on your project at home to get caught up.
H/W: 1. Continue working on your research & individual worksheet for your project (assignments and guidelines are on GOOGLE CLASSROOM)
2. Study daily - 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 - Friday. 1/30
1/20: In class, Energy Debate Project WORKSHOP - Day 1. Students began their research for their project.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed 1/28
Test 6 - Friday 1/30
2. Continue working on Project - due Tues. 1/27. EVERYONE MUST PRESENT.
1/16: In class, we began our Energy unit. Students watched "Power Surge." While watching the video, students were required to answer the video questions.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed 1/28
Test 6 - Fri 1/30
1/15: In class, we reviewed and turned in the Law of Conservation of Mass Lab Report. We then introduced The Great Energy Debate projects. Students were told their groups. Guidelines/Rubric and individual research worksheet can be found on GOOGLE CLASSROOM.
H/W: 1. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6: Wed. 1/28
Test 6: Friday 1/30
2. Project due Tuesday, January 27
1/14: In class, we did the Law of Conservation of Mass Lab.
H/W: 1. Complete Lab report due tomorrow
2. Study daily 10-20 minutes
Quest 6 - Wed. 1/28
Test 6 - Friday 1/30
1/13: In class, we completed the Chem Review Stations Activity. Your stations booklet is a great study tool for the Chemistry units, please refer to the key to the Chem Review Stations ANSWER KEY to help you study. This is one of the many resources you may use to prepare for your test. After the stations activity, we took Catalyst, Exothermic & Endothermic Notes.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10-20 minutes)
1/12: In class, we did Chem Review Station Activity. Students worked in groups of 3-4 to complete each station. Students had 6-7 minutes to complete each station. Station topics covered material from this unit and the last unit. The stations (topics) were the following: 1. Atoms & Elements 2. Compounds and Mixtures 3. The Periodic Table 4. Physical Properties & Changes 5. Chemical Properties & Changes 6. Synthesizing Properties & Changes 7. Law of Conservation of Mass 8. Balancing Chemical Equations
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10 - 20 minutes)
1/9: In class, we took the last Greek/Latin quiz for this quarter. We then watched Myth Busters: Skunked to review Chemical Reactions. Periodically we stopped the video to have class discussions.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily (at least 10 - 20 minutes)
1/8: In class, we took Physical and Chemical Properties Notes. We then completed the Snowman Challenge. If time permitted, students were able to begin their homework.
H/W: 1. Physical & Chemical Change WKS
2. Study, G/L Quiz tomorrow
1/7: In class, we reviewed Balancing Equations WKS homework. We then played Snowman Challenge. Students worked in groups of two to practice balancing equations. It was a competition between the groups. The group that could complete the most equations the fastest and the most accurately won. We will continue this challenge later this week.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 1/9
1/6: In class, we took Balancing Equations Notes and did practice problems together. Students were given 10-15 minutes at the end of class to begin their homework assignment. As a class, we completed a couple questions from each part of the homework as an examples.
H/W: 1. Balancing Equations WKS (Key attached to worksheet)
2. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 1/9
1/5: In class, we completed the last few project presentations. We then took a Pre-Quest (This is not a grade, but the student will see very similar questions on their Quest at the end of the unit). After the Pre-Quest, we started a Discovery Education video: Standard Deviants - Chemical Reactions. Students were required to take notes during the video and during discussions. We will complete the last 10-15 minutes of the video tomorrow in class.
H\W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 1/9 (This will be the last G/L Quiz for this quarter!)
2. Please make sure your binder is neat and organized. See Table of Contents for assistance.
3. Be prepared for class. Make sure to have plenty of paper in your binder, bring a your agenda, pencil to class everyday!
Preparedness = on the right track to SUCCESS!e
December
12/19: In class, we did Element Superhero Project Presentations. G/L Quiz Postponed to Friday, January 9, 2015.
H/W: NONE - Enjoy your break!
12/18: In class, we did Element Superhero Project Presentations.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 12/19
12/17: In class, we did Element Superhero Project Presentations.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 12/19
12:16: In class, we had our last in-class project workshop. Students had the entire class to complete their project.
H/W: 1. Project due tomorrow
2. G/L Quiz on Friday 12/19
12/15: In class, we reviewed Test 5 answers. We then played Kahoot to review the difference between Compounds, Elements, and Mixtures, as well as reviewed how to count atoms.
H/W: 1. Bring materials for you project to class tomorrow. In-class workshop tomorrow.
2. Project due Wednesday
3. G/L Quiz Friday 12/19
12/12: In class, we did a project workshop. Students were given the entire block to work on their project. We also had student/teacher conferences. These conferences were an informal way for me to check in on student progress and to assist with any questions or concerns about the project. Our next project workshop will be Tuesday 12/16.
H/W: 1. Element Superhero Project due Wed. 12/17 (All 3 parts)
2. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 12/19
12/11: In class, we took Test 5. Once the student completed their test, they were instructed to work on their project.
H/W: 1. Part 3 of project due tomorrow (Character Development Outline)
2. In class Project workshop tomorrow. Please bring materials to work on your project.
3. Final Project due Wednesday, 12/17
4. G/L Quiz Friday 12/19
12/10: In class, we took the Quest. After we completed the quest, we reviewed all the answers. We also played Kahoot to review for tomorrow's test.
H/W: 1. STUDY Test 5- TOMORROW
2. Part 3 of Project due Friday (Research Outline) Final Project due Wed. 12/17
(Bring project materials to class on Friday, 12/12 for in class project workshop)
12/9: In class, we reviewed the answers to the Test 5 Study Guide. We completed the examples from yesterday's notes: Counting the Atoms PPT. We then worked in groups and practiced counting the atoms Activity.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest - Tomorrow
2. Study for Test - Thursday 12/11
3. Part 3 of Project due Friday (Research Outline) Final Project due Wed. 12/17
(Bring project materials to class on Friday 12/12 for in class project workshop)
12/8: In class, we took Counting the Atoms Notes.
H/W: 1. Part 3 (outline due next Friday) Project due 12/17
2. Quest 5 - Wed. 12/10
3. Test 5 - Thurs. 12/11
12/5: In class, we did a the Element Superhero Project WORKSHOP.
H/W: 1. Part 3 (outline due next Friday) Project due 12/17
2. Quest 5 - Wed. 12/10
3. Test 5 - Thurs. 12/11
12/4: In class, we took Physical & Chemical Properties Notes. After the notes, students worked on their Physical & Chemical Properties WKS.
H/W: 1. Complete WKS
2. Study - G/L Quiz tomorrow
3. Study - Quest 5 Wed. 12/10
4. Study - Test 5 Thurs. 12/11
5. Project due Wed. 12/17
12/3: In class, we reviewed E,C,M Poem Homework. We then completed the notes from yesterday. After the notes, students used the remainder of class time to work on their Chemistry Foldable. The foldable should be completely in color using crayons, markers, or colored pencils. All words and pictures should be in color. You do not have to color the background unless you want to.
H/W: 1. Chemistry Foldable due tomorrow (Plenty of class time was given to work on this assignment. If you used your class time wisely, you should only have to put final touches on the assignment for homework.)
2. Study G/L Quiz Friday 12/5
3. Study Quest 5 Wed. 12/10
4. Study Test 5 Thurs. 12/11
5. Element Superhero Project due Wed. 12/17
12/2: In class, we reviewed Color Coding Periodic Table homework. We then started Elements, Compounds, & Mixtures Notes.
H/W: 1. Elements, Compounds, & Mixtures Poem Questions
2. Study G/L Quiz Friday 12/5
3. Study Quest 5 Wed. 12/10
4. Study Test 5 Thurs. 12/11
5. Element Superhero Project due Wed. 12/17
12/1: In class, students were assigned their Element Superhero Project. This project is due on Wednesday, 12/17. Students should work on this project at home, but they will be provided two full class days to work on this assignment on 12/5 & 12/12. Students should not wait to work on the project until these days. Please make sure you are following the directions carefully. You will have to submit all three parts to receive credit. The days we work on the project in class are days for students to use computers for research and a way for me to check in on student progress. After we reviewed the guidelines for the project, students started to work on the Color Coding Periodic Table.
H/W: 1. Color Coding Periodic Table due tomorrow
2. G/L Quiz Friday 12/5
3. Quest 5 Wed. 12/10
4. Test 5 Thursday 12/11
5. Element Project due Wed. 12/17
12/19: In class, we did Element Superhero Project Presentations. G/L Quiz Postponed to Friday, January 9, 2015.
H/W: NONE - Enjoy your break!
12/18: In class, we did Element Superhero Project Presentations.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 12/19
12/17: In class, we did Element Superhero Project Presentations.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 12/19
12:16: In class, we had our last in-class project workshop. Students had the entire class to complete their project.
H/W: 1. Project due tomorrow
2. G/L Quiz on Friday 12/19
12/15: In class, we reviewed Test 5 answers. We then played Kahoot to review the difference between Compounds, Elements, and Mixtures, as well as reviewed how to count atoms.
H/W: 1. Bring materials for you project to class tomorrow. In-class workshop tomorrow.
2. Project due Wednesday
3. G/L Quiz Friday 12/19
12/12: In class, we did a project workshop. Students were given the entire block to work on their project. We also had student/teacher conferences. These conferences were an informal way for me to check in on student progress and to assist with any questions or concerns about the project. Our next project workshop will be Tuesday 12/16.
H/W: 1. Element Superhero Project due Wed. 12/17 (All 3 parts)
2. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 12/19
12/11: In class, we took Test 5. Once the student completed their test, they were instructed to work on their project.
H/W: 1. Part 3 of project due tomorrow (Character Development Outline)
2. In class Project workshop tomorrow. Please bring materials to work on your project.
3. Final Project due Wednesday, 12/17
4. G/L Quiz Friday 12/19
12/10: In class, we took the Quest. After we completed the quest, we reviewed all the answers. We also played Kahoot to review for tomorrow's test.
H/W: 1. STUDY Test 5- TOMORROW
2. Part 3 of Project due Friday (Research Outline) Final Project due Wed. 12/17
(Bring project materials to class on Friday, 12/12 for in class project workshop)
12/9: In class, we reviewed the answers to the Test 5 Study Guide. We completed the examples from yesterday's notes: Counting the Atoms PPT. We then worked in groups and practiced counting the atoms Activity.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest - Tomorrow
2. Study for Test - Thursday 12/11
3. Part 3 of Project due Friday (Research Outline) Final Project due Wed. 12/17
(Bring project materials to class on Friday 12/12 for in class project workshop)
12/8: In class, we took Counting the Atoms Notes.
H/W: 1. Part 3 (outline due next Friday) Project due 12/17
2. Quest 5 - Wed. 12/10
3. Test 5 - Thurs. 12/11
12/5: In class, we did a the Element Superhero Project WORKSHOP.
H/W: 1. Part 3 (outline due next Friday) Project due 12/17
2. Quest 5 - Wed. 12/10
3. Test 5 - Thurs. 12/11
12/4: In class, we took Physical & Chemical Properties Notes. After the notes, students worked on their Physical & Chemical Properties WKS.
H/W: 1. Complete WKS
2. Study - G/L Quiz tomorrow
3. Study - Quest 5 Wed. 12/10
4. Study - Test 5 Thurs. 12/11
5. Project due Wed. 12/17
12/3: In class, we reviewed E,C,M Poem Homework. We then completed the notes from yesterday. After the notes, students used the remainder of class time to work on their Chemistry Foldable. The foldable should be completely in color using crayons, markers, or colored pencils. All words and pictures should be in color. You do not have to color the background unless you want to.
H/W: 1. Chemistry Foldable due tomorrow (Plenty of class time was given to work on this assignment. If you used your class time wisely, you should only have to put final touches on the assignment for homework.)
2. Study G/L Quiz Friday 12/5
3. Study Quest 5 Wed. 12/10
4. Study Test 5 Thurs. 12/11
5. Element Superhero Project due Wed. 12/17
12/2: In class, we reviewed Color Coding Periodic Table homework. We then started Elements, Compounds, & Mixtures Notes.
H/W: 1. Elements, Compounds, & Mixtures Poem Questions
2. Study G/L Quiz Friday 12/5
3. Study Quest 5 Wed. 12/10
4. Study Test 5 Thurs. 12/11
5. Element Superhero Project due Wed. 12/17
12/1: In class, students were assigned their Element Superhero Project. This project is due on Wednesday, 12/17. Students should work on this project at home, but they will be provided two full class days to work on this assignment on 12/5 & 12/12. Students should not wait to work on the project until these days. Please make sure you are following the directions carefully. You will have to submit all three parts to receive credit. The days we work on the project in class are days for students to use computers for research and a way for me to check in on student progress. After we reviewed the guidelines for the project, students started to work on the Color Coding Periodic Table.
H/W: 1. Color Coding Periodic Table due tomorrow
2. G/L Quiz Friday 12/5
3. Quest 5 Wed. 12/10
4. Test 5 Thursday 12/11
5. Element Project due Wed. 12/17
November
11/25: In class, we completed our warm-up. Using the element, Silicon (S), students practice finding protons neutrons, and electrons. They also practice drawing Bohr Models & Lewis Dot Structure, as well as using the Periodic Table to determine the Period (# of shells) and Group (# of valence electrons), and the the elements family. After the warm-up, we continued to watch PBS Nova Video: Hunting the Elements. Students were required to answer the Hunting the Elements Video Questions in complete sentences. IF YOU ARE ABSENT TODAY & TOMORROW, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLETING ALL ASSIGNMENTS MISSED, INCLUDING THE VIDEO. I HAVE PROVIDED A LINK TO THE VIDEO AND THE QUESTIONS, AS WELL AS THE PERIODIC TABLE NOTES.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily! 15-20 minutes
2. G/L Quiz - Friday 12/5
3. Quest 5 - Wednesday 12/10
4. Test 5 - Thursday 12/11
11/24: In class, we completed Periodic Table Notes. We reviewed Periods (Rows 1-7), Groups (Columns 1-18), and Families of the Periodic table. We then started PBS Nova Video: Hunting the Elements. As students watched the video, students were to answer the Hunting the Elements Video Questions. We will continue the documentary and questions tomorrow in class. IF YOU ARE ABSENT TODAY & TOMORROW, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLETING ALL ASSIGNMENTS MISSED, INCLUDING THE VIDEO. I HAVE PROVIDED A LINK TO THE VIDEO AND THE QUESTIONS, AS WELL AS THE PERIODIC TABLE NOTES.
H/W: 1. Study notes daily for 15-20 minutes
2. G/L Quiz - Friday, December 5
11/21: In class, we took the G/L Quiz and we started the Periodic Table Notes.
H/W: 1. Study notes daily for 15-20 minutes
11/20: In class, we worked in groups to complete Atomic Model Practice Activity.
H/W: 1. Study G/L Quiz TOMORROW!
2. Study notes daily for 15-20 minutes
11/19: In class, we completed our Atomic Structure Notes that we started on Monday.
H/W: 1. Study daily for 15-20 minutes (Notes from the current unit)
2. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 11/21
11/18: In class, we watched Bill Nye: Atoms. Students were instructed to watch the video and take notes. After the video, students completed the Atoms Family Atomic Math Challenge. If students completed their classwork early, they were instructed to start their homework.
H/W: 1. Protons, Neutrons, Electrons Practice WKS
2. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 11/19
11/17: In class, we started our new unit: Chemistry. We started taking Atomic Structure Notes.
H/W: 1. Study notes for 15-20 minutes
2. Study G/L Quiz Friday 11/21
11/14: In class, we took Test 4.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 11/21
2. Quest 4 RETAKE - Wed. 11/19
3. Test 4 RETAKE - Thurs 11/20
11/13: In class, we took Quest 4 and then we played Kahoot to review for the test tomorrow.
H/W: 1. Study Test 4 tomorrow
2. Quest 4 Retake - Wednesday, 11/19
11/12: In class, we reviewed the answers to the Study Guide. We also continued to watch Finding Nemo and answer the video questions.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest - Thursday 11/13
2. Test 4 - Friday 11/14
11/10: In class, we continued to discuss marine ecosystems and ocean zones. We started to watch Finding Nemo and students answered video questions relating the movie to what they have learned so far this unit about Oceans and marine life in the different ocean zones. Students also received their Quest/Test 4 Study Guide today. No homework passes will be accepted for this assignment - due Wednesday.
H/W: 1. Study Guide due Wednesday, 11/12 (NO HOMEWORK PASS)
2. Quest 4 - 11/12
3. Test 4 - 11/14
4. G/L Quiz - Fri. 11/21
11/7: In class, we learned about non-point and point pollution. Students took Water Pollution Notes.
H/W: 1. STUDY QUEST 4 - 11/12
2. TEST 4 - 11/14
11/6: In class, we learned about Water Quality Indicators. Students were provided the Water Quality Indicators Notes and were instructed to make a foldable. Instructions can be found on the link for the notes. Students were given the entire class time to complete this assignment. If a student did not complete the foldable in class, they were instructed to complete it for homework.
H/W: 1. Complete Water Indicators Foldalbe
2. G/L QUIZ TOMORROW
3. QUEST 4 - 11/12
4. TEST 4 - 11/14
11/5: In class, we learned about Ocean Explorations & Technology. We took Ocean Tech. Notes. We also watched Bill Nye: Ocean Explorations. Students were instructed to watch the video and answer the video questions.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY!
1. G/L Quiz Friday, 11/7
2. Quest 4 - Wed. 11/12
3. Test 4 - Friday, 11/14
11/4: In class, we learned about Ocean Ecosystems: Coral Reefs and Kelp Forest. Students worked on their Marine Ecosystems Notes Poster. This assignment will be informal, but will count twice since students were given all of class and homework time to complete this assignment. Please follow instructions and template provided. Students should use complete sentences and everything should be in color. This includes the words, pictures, and backgrounds! LOTS OF COLOR!
H/W: 1. Complete Marine Ecosystems Notes Poster
2. G/L Quiz - Friday, 11/7
3. Quest 4 - Wed. 11/12
4. Test 4 - Friday 11/14
11/3: In class, we learned about Ocean Zones. We took notes in the form of a foldable: Ocean Life Zones Notes Foldable.
H/W: 1. If you did not complete the foldable in class, please complete for HW. Due TOMORROW - NO HW PASS
2. G/L Quiz - Friday, 11/7
3. Quest 4 - Wed. 11/12
4. Test 4 - Friday 11/14
11/25: In class, we completed our warm-up. Using the element, Silicon (S), students practice finding protons neutrons, and electrons. They also practice drawing Bohr Models & Lewis Dot Structure, as well as using the Periodic Table to determine the Period (# of shells) and Group (# of valence electrons), and the the elements family. After the warm-up, we continued to watch PBS Nova Video: Hunting the Elements. Students were required to answer the Hunting the Elements Video Questions in complete sentences. IF YOU ARE ABSENT TODAY & TOMORROW, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLETING ALL ASSIGNMENTS MISSED, INCLUDING THE VIDEO. I HAVE PROVIDED A LINK TO THE VIDEO AND THE QUESTIONS, AS WELL AS THE PERIODIC TABLE NOTES.
H/W: 1. Study Notes Daily! 15-20 minutes
2. G/L Quiz - Friday 12/5
3. Quest 5 - Wednesday 12/10
4. Test 5 - Thursday 12/11
11/24: In class, we completed Periodic Table Notes. We reviewed Periods (Rows 1-7), Groups (Columns 1-18), and Families of the Periodic table. We then started PBS Nova Video: Hunting the Elements. As students watched the video, students were to answer the Hunting the Elements Video Questions. We will continue the documentary and questions tomorrow in class. IF YOU ARE ABSENT TODAY & TOMORROW, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLETING ALL ASSIGNMENTS MISSED, INCLUDING THE VIDEO. I HAVE PROVIDED A LINK TO THE VIDEO AND THE QUESTIONS, AS WELL AS THE PERIODIC TABLE NOTES.
H/W: 1. Study notes daily for 15-20 minutes
2. G/L Quiz - Friday, December 5
11/21: In class, we took the G/L Quiz and we started the Periodic Table Notes.
H/W: 1. Study notes daily for 15-20 minutes
11/20: In class, we worked in groups to complete Atomic Model Practice Activity.
H/W: 1. Study G/L Quiz TOMORROW!
2. Study notes daily for 15-20 minutes
11/19: In class, we completed our Atomic Structure Notes that we started on Monday.
H/W: 1. Study daily for 15-20 minutes (Notes from the current unit)
2. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 11/21
11/18: In class, we watched Bill Nye: Atoms. Students were instructed to watch the video and take notes. After the video, students completed the Atoms Family Atomic Math Challenge. If students completed their classwork early, they were instructed to start their homework.
H/W: 1. Protons, Neutrons, Electrons Practice WKS
2. Study for G/L Quiz Friday 11/19
11/17: In class, we started our new unit: Chemistry. We started taking Atomic Structure Notes.
H/W: 1. Study notes for 15-20 minutes
2. Study G/L Quiz Friday 11/21
11/14: In class, we took Test 4.
H/W: 1. Study for G/L Quiz - Friday 11/21
2. Quest 4 RETAKE - Wed. 11/19
3. Test 4 RETAKE - Thurs 11/20
11/13: In class, we took Quest 4 and then we played Kahoot to review for the test tomorrow.
H/W: 1. Study Test 4 tomorrow
2. Quest 4 Retake - Wednesday, 11/19
11/12: In class, we reviewed the answers to the Study Guide. We also continued to watch Finding Nemo and answer the video questions.
H/W: 1. Study for Quest - Thursday 11/13
2. Test 4 - Friday 11/14
11/10: In class, we continued to discuss marine ecosystems and ocean zones. We started to watch Finding Nemo and students answered video questions relating the movie to what they have learned so far this unit about Oceans and marine life in the different ocean zones. Students also received their Quest/Test 4 Study Guide today. No homework passes will be accepted for this assignment - due Wednesday.
H/W: 1. Study Guide due Wednesday, 11/12 (NO HOMEWORK PASS)
2. Quest 4 - 11/12
3. Test 4 - 11/14
4. G/L Quiz - Fri. 11/21
11/7: In class, we learned about non-point and point pollution. Students took Water Pollution Notes.
H/W: 1. STUDY QUEST 4 - 11/12
2. TEST 4 - 11/14
11/6: In class, we learned about Water Quality Indicators. Students were provided the Water Quality Indicators Notes and were instructed to make a foldable. Instructions can be found on the link for the notes. Students were given the entire class time to complete this assignment. If a student did not complete the foldable in class, they were instructed to complete it for homework.
H/W: 1. Complete Water Indicators Foldalbe
2. G/L QUIZ TOMORROW
3. QUEST 4 - 11/12
4. TEST 4 - 11/14
11/5: In class, we learned about Ocean Explorations & Technology. We took Ocean Tech. Notes. We also watched Bill Nye: Ocean Explorations. Students were instructed to watch the video and answer the video questions.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY!
1. G/L Quiz Friday, 11/7
2. Quest 4 - Wed. 11/12
3. Test 4 - Friday, 11/14
11/4: In class, we learned about Ocean Ecosystems: Coral Reefs and Kelp Forest. Students worked on their Marine Ecosystems Notes Poster. This assignment will be informal, but will count twice since students were given all of class and homework time to complete this assignment. Please follow instructions and template provided. Students should use complete sentences and everything should be in color. This includes the words, pictures, and backgrounds! LOTS OF COLOR!
H/W: 1. Complete Marine Ecosystems Notes Poster
2. G/L Quiz - Friday, 11/7
3. Quest 4 - Wed. 11/12
4. Test 4 - Friday 11/14
11/3: In class, we learned about Ocean Zones. We took notes in the form of a foldable: Ocean Life Zones Notes Foldable.
H/W: 1. If you did not complete the foldable in class, please complete for HW. Due TOMORROW - NO HW PASS
2. G/L Quiz - Friday, 11/7
3. Quest 4 - Wed. 11/12
4. Test 4 - Friday 11/14
October
10/31: Teacher Workday
H/W: 1. HAPPY HALLOWEEN! HAVE FUN, BUT PLEASE BE SAFE! MAKE GOOD DECISIONS!
2. Study daily 15-20 minutes
10/30: In class, we completed Oceans & Currents Notes. We then started our Ocean Currents Wks.
H/W: 1. Ocean Currents WKS due Monday.
2. G/L Quiz 11/7
3. Quest 4 11/12
4. Test 4 11/14
10/29: In class, we started Oceans & Currents Notes. We will continue the rest of the notes tomorrow.
H/W: 1. Study daily (15-20 minutes)
Quest 4 - 11/12
Test 4 - 11/14
2. Study G/L - 11/7 (Quarter 2 List - page 38 in binder)
10/28: In class, we completed Water Properties Notes and watched Planet Earth: Deep Ocean. Students were to watch and answer the
Deep Ocean Video Questions.
H/W: 1. Study notes and vocab daily 15-20 minutes.
Quest 4 - 11/12
Test 4 - 11/14
2. G/L Quiz - 11/7 (G/L Quarter 2 List)
10/27: In class, G/L I gave each student a Quarter 2 List, along with all the G/L Quiz dates for Quarter 2. We then took Water Properties Notes.
H/W: 1. Study notes and vocab daily 15-20 minutes
Quest 4 - Wednesday, November 12
Test 4 - Friday, November 14
2. Study G/L - Quiz Friday, November 7
10/24: In class, students were given 20 minutes to work on their vocab. triangles and to make sure they copied all 17 definitions from the textbook. After vocab. triangles, students worked in their groups to complete their River Basin Posters.
H/W: 1. Complete vocab. triangles - due Monday (1st grade for Quarter 2)
2. Test 3 RETAKE - Monday 10/27 during working lunch
10/23: In class, We set up our binders for Quarter 2. Quarter 2 should be labeled on the second binder divider. We started a new table of contents for Quarter 2. We took Test 3 today. After the test, students worked on their vocab triangles for the next unit.
H/W: 1. Test 3 Retake Monday 10/27 during working lunch (If you made below an 80, please come to working lunch)
10/22: In class, we played Kahoot to review for Test 3.
H/W: 1. Test 3 tomorrow
2. Quest 3 retake tomorrow during working lunch
3. Test 3 retake Monday 10/27
10/21: In class, we took Quest 3. We then continued to work on our River Basins Group Mini-Project. Students will receive 15-20 minutes of class time on Friday to complete their poster.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY
1. Test 3 Thurs. 10/23
2. Quest 3 Retake - Thurs. 10/23 during working lunch
10/20: In class, we reviewed the study guide. We also started the River Basins Group Mini-Project. This assignment will be completed in class only. It will count as an informal grade, twice, since we will be working on it over several days this week.
H/W: 1. Quest 3 tomorrow STUDY
2. Test 3 Thursday, 10/23
****Study pages 28-36 in binder (Vocab. Triangles, 5 Sets of Notes, and Study Guide)****
***Please remember a study guide is just a way to GUIDE you to what to study for your quest and test****
10/17: In class, we took the GL Quiz 4. We also started the Quest&Test 3 Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete study guide, due Monday 10/20
2. Study pages 28-36 in Science Binder (Vocab Triangles, 5 sets of Notes, Study Guide)
Please remember the study guide is just a GUIDE to what and where to study!
3. Quest 3 - Tuesday, October 21
4. Test 3 - Thursday, October 23
10/16: In class, we took Solvent&Solute Notes. We did a surface tension demo in class and made a paper clip float.
H/W: 1. START STUDYING DAILY (AT LEAST 15-20 MINUTES A DAY)
2. G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
3. Quest 3 - Tuesday, October 21
4. Test 3 - Thursday, October 23
PLEASE STUDY AND PREPARE AHEAD OF TIME. This will be our last G/L Quiz, Quest, and Test for this Quarter!
5. BYOT forms (See school website to print out)
10/15: In class, we took the first 10 minutes of class to complete the questions from our Mud & Salt: The World of Estuary video notes. We then had a class discussion and took Estuaries Notes. We had a few minutes at the end of class and we played a review game on an new app called KAHOOT. I am very excited to start using Kahoot more in my class, but in order to do this we need BYOT forms filled out and turned in ASAP!
H/W: 1. START STUDYING DAILY (AT LEAST 15-20 MINUTES A DAY)
2. G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
3. Quest 3 - Tuesday, October 21
4. Test 3 - Thursday, October 23
PLEASE STUDY AND PREPARE AHEAD OF TIME. This will be our last G/L Quiz, Quest, and Test for this Quarter!
5. BYOT forms (See school website to print out)
10/14: In class, we completed Hydrology 4 Corner Notes. Students had two class periods to complete this assignment. After completing the notes, we watched Discovery Education Video: "Mud & Salt: The World of Estuary". While students watched the video, they completed guided notes. This video will lead us into our next discussion tomorrow: Estuaries
H/W: 1. Test 2 Re-take is tomorrow during working lunch. PLEASE SEE ME FOR A PASS BEFORE LUNCH!
2. Start studying daily (15-20 minutes) notes and Vocabulary for this unit.
3. Study G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
4. Quest 1 - Tuesday 10/21
5. TEST 3 -Thurs. Oct. 23
10/13: In class, we completed Distribution of Water Notes. After we completed the notes from Friday, students worked on their guided notes called Hydrology 4 Corners Notes. Students were given class time to complete this assignment. By using their notes, vocab triangles, and textbook, students were able to answer the questions from the 4 Corner Notes.
H/W: 1. Start studying daily (15-20 minutes) notes and Vocabulary for this unit.
2. Study G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
3. Quest 1 - Tuesday 10/21
4. TEST 3 -Thurs. Oct. 23
10/10: In class, we started Distribution of Water Notes.
H/W: 1. Start studying daily 15-20 minutes notes and Vocabulary for this unit. TEST 3 -Thurs. Oct. 23
2. Study G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
10/9: In class, we took our pre-quest. We also took Hydrology Notes.
H/W: 1. Study Notes & Vocab triangles
2. G/L Quiz 4 October 17
10/8: Blocks Red-Yellow (1-3) took the ACT EXPLORE. In my Green & Blue Block (4th & 5th), we did review sections in the textbook to introduce Water on Earth.
H/W: 1. Study Vocab Triangles - Be very familiar with each term and definition.
2. G/L Quiz 4 10/17
10/7: In class, we started our new unit. Students watched a Discovery Education video to introduce the new topics. Students were required to take video notes.
H/W: 1. Study Vocab Triangles - Be very familiar with each term and definition.
2. G/L Quiz 4 10/17
10/6: In class, we reviewed for our test for the first 10-15 minutes of class. We then took Test 2. After students completed their test, they were able to start on their Hydrology Vocab. Triangles.
H/W: 1. Complete Hydrology Vocab. Triangles due tomorrow
2. Quest 2 Re-take will be on Friday, during the first half of working lunch.
10/3: In class, we took G/L Quiz 3. Also, Mrs. Klemm (8th grade counselor) visited each of my classes today and gave a presentation.
H/W: 1. STUDY STUDY STUDY
Test 2 - Monday, 10/6
10/2: In class, we took Quest 2. We also played a review game to prepare the students for their upcoming test on Monday.
H/W: 1. Study G/L Quiz 3 tomorrow 10/3
2. Study Test 2 Monday, 10/6
10/1: In class, we did a Think, Pair, Share, Write Activity. Directions can be found on Google Classroom. If you are having trouble logging into Google Classroom, please refer to my Google Classroom Tab for further Instructions. The essay must be submitted through Google Classroom. If you are a new student and do not have a log in yet, you may type the essay and print it to submit in class tomorrow. Directions Article 1 Article 2.
H/W: 1. Complete Discovery Education Article Essay
2. STUDY STUDY STUDY
Quest 2: Thurs. 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3
Test 2: Mon. 10/6
10/31: Teacher Workday
H/W: 1. HAPPY HALLOWEEN! HAVE FUN, BUT PLEASE BE SAFE! MAKE GOOD DECISIONS!
2. Study daily 15-20 minutes
10/30: In class, we completed Oceans & Currents Notes. We then started our Ocean Currents Wks.
H/W: 1. Ocean Currents WKS due Monday.
2. G/L Quiz 11/7
3. Quest 4 11/12
4. Test 4 11/14
10/29: In class, we started Oceans & Currents Notes. We will continue the rest of the notes tomorrow.
H/W: 1. Study daily (15-20 minutes)
Quest 4 - 11/12
Test 4 - 11/14
2. Study G/L - 11/7 (Quarter 2 List - page 38 in binder)
10/28: In class, we completed Water Properties Notes and watched Planet Earth: Deep Ocean. Students were to watch and answer the
Deep Ocean Video Questions.
H/W: 1. Study notes and vocab daily 15-20 minutes.
Quest 4 - 11/12
Test 4 - 11/14
2. G/L Quiz - 11/7 (G/L Quarter 2 List)
10/27: In class, G/L I gave each student a Quarter 2 List, along with all the G/L Quiz dates for Quarter 2. We then took Water Properties Notes.
H/W: 1. Study notes and vocab daily 15-20 minutes
Quest 4 - Wednesday, November 12
Test 4 - Friday, November 14
2. Study G/L - Quiz Friday, November 7
10/24: In class, students were given 20 minutes to work on their vocab. triangles and to make sure they copied all 17 definitions from the textbook. After vocab. triangles, students worked in their groups to complete their River Basin Posters.
H/W: 1. Complete vocab. triangles - due Monday (1st grade for Quarter 2)
2. Test 3 RETAKE - Monday 10/27 during working lunch
10/23: In class, We set up our binders for Quarter 2. Quarter 2 should be labeled on the second binder divider. We started a new table of contents for Quarter 2. We took Test 3 today. After the test, students worked on their vocab triangles for the next unit.
H/W: 1. Test 3 Retake Monday 10/27 during working lunch (If you made below an 80, please come to working lunch)
10/22: In class, we played Kahoot to review for Test 3.
H/W: 1. Test 3 tomorrow
2. Quest 3 retake tomorrow during working lunch
3. Test 3 retake Monday 10/27
10/21: In class, we took Quest 3. We then continued to work on our River Basins Group Mini-Project. Students will receive 15-20 minutes of class time on Friday to complete their poster.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY
1. Test 3 Thurs. 10/23
2. Quest 3 Retake - Thurs. 10/23 during working lunch
10/20: In class, we reviewed the study guide. We also started the River Basins Group Mini-Project. This assignment will be completed in class only. It will count as an informal grade, twice, since we will be working on it over several days this week.
H/W: 1. Quest 3 tomorrow STUDY
2. Test 3 Thursday, 10/23
****Study pages 28-36 in binder (Vocab. Triangles, 5 Sets of Notes, and Study Guide)****
***Please remember a study guide is just a way to GUIDE you to what to study for your quest and test****
10/17: In class, we took the GL Quiz 4. We also started the Quest&Test 3 Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete study guide, due Monday 10/20
2. Study pages 28-36 in Science Binder (Vocab Triangles, 5 sets of Notes, Study Guide)
Please remember the study guide is just a GUIDE to what and where to study!
3. Quest 3 - Tuesday, October 21
4. Test 3 - Thursday, October 23
10/16: In class, we took Solvent&Solute Notes. We did a surface tension demo in class and made a paper clip float.
H/W: 1. START STUDYING DAILY (AT LEAST 15-20 MINUTES A DAY)
2. G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
3. Quest 3 - Tuesday, October 21
4. Test 3 - Thursday, October 23
PLEASE STUDY AND PREPARE AHEAD OF TIME. This will be our last G/L Quiz, Quest, and Test for this Quarter!
5. BYOT forms (See school website to print out)
10/15: In class, we took the first 10 minutes of class to complete the questions from our Mud & Salt: The World of Estuary video notes. We then had a class discussion and took Estuaries Notes. We had a few minutes at the end of class and we played a review game on an new app called KAHOOT. I am very excited to start using Kahoot more in my class, but in order to do this we need BYOT forms filled out and turned in ASAP!
H/W: 1. START STUDYING DAILY (AT LEAST 15-20 MINUTES A DAY)
2. G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
3. Quest 3 - Tuesday, October 21
4. Test 3 - Thursday, October 23
PLEASE STUDY AND PREPARE AHEAD OF TIME. This will be our last G/L Quiz, Quest, and Test for this Quarter!
5. BYOT forms (See school website to print out)
10/14: In class, we completed Hydrology 4 Corner Notes. Students had two class periods to complete this assignment. After completing the notes, we watched Discovery Education Video: "Mud & Salt: The World of Estuary". While students watched the video, they completed guided notes. This video will lead us into our next discussion tomorrow: Estuaries
H/W: 1. Test 2 Re-take is tomorrow during working lunch. PLEASE SEE ME FOR A PASS BEFORE LUNCH!
2. Start studying daily (15-20 minutes) notes and Vocabulary for this unit.
3. Study G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
4. Quest 1 - Tuesday 10/21
5. TEST 3 -Thurs. Oct. 23
10/13: In class, we completed Distribution of Water Notes. After we completed the notes from Friday, students worked on their guided notes called Hydrology 4 Corners Notes. Students were given class time to complete this assignment. By using their notes, vocab triangles, and textbook, students were able to answer the questions from the 4 Corner Notes.
H/W: 1. Start studying daily (15-20 minutes) notes and Vocabulary for this unit.
2. Study G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
3. Quest 1 - Tuesday 10/21
4. TEST 3 -Thurs. Oct. 23
10/10: In class, we started Distribution of Water Notes.
H/W: 1. Start studying daily 15-20 minutes notes and Vocabulary for this unit. TEST 3 -Thurs. Oct. 23
2. Study G/L Quiz 4 - Friday, Oct. 17
10/9: In class, we took our pre-quest. We also took Hydrology Notes.
H/W: 1. Study Notes & Vocab triangles
2. G/L Quiz 4 October 17
10/8: Blocks Red-Yellow (1-3) took the ACT EXPLORE. In my Green & Blue Block (4th & 5th), we did review sections in the textbook to introduce Water on Earth.
H/W: 1. Study Vocab Triangles - Be very familiar with each term and definition.
2. G/L Quiz 4 10/17
10/7: In class, we started our new unit. Students watched a Discovery Education video to introduce the new topics. Students were required to take video notes.
H/W: 1. Study Vocab Triangles - Be very familiar with each term and definition.
2. G/L Quiz 4 10/17
10/6: In class, we reviewed for our test for the first 10-15 minutes of class. We then took Test 2. After students completed their test, they were able to start on their Hydrology Vocab. Triangles.
H/W: 1. Complete Hydrology Vocab. Triangles due tomorrow
2. Quest 2 Re-take will be on Friday, during the first half of working lunch.
10/3: In class, we took G/L Quiz 3. Also, Mrs. Klemm (8th grade counselor) visited each of my classes today and gave a presentation.
H/W: 1. STUDY STUDY STUDY
Test 2 - Monday, 10/6
10/2: In class, we took Quest 2. We also played a review game to prepare the students for their upcoming test on Monday.
H/W: 1. Study G/L Quiz 3 tomorrow 10/3
2. Study Test 2 Monday, 10/6
10/1: In class, we did a Think, Pair, Share, Write Activity. Directions can be found on Google Classroom. If you are having trouble logging into Google Classroom, please refer to my Google Classroom Tab for further Instructions. The essay must be submitted through Google Classroom. If you are a new student and do not have a log in yet, you may type the essay and print it to submit in class tomorrow. Directions Article 1 Article 2.
H/W: 1. Complete Discovery Education Article Essay
2. STUDY STUDY STUDY
Quest 2: Thurs. 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3
Test 2: Mon. 10/6
September
9/30: In class, we did the Sweet Superposition Lab.
H/W: 1. Complete Lab Report
2. STUDY STUDY STUDY
Quest 2: Thurs. 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3
Test 2: Mon. 10/6
9/29: In class, today was a bit of a review day. We took most of the class to review the answers from our homework assignments. We reviewed Geoglogic Time and Test 2 Study Guide. After reviewing, we started to watch a Discovery Education video related to how we understand Earth's history using fossils, rocks, and ice cores.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY
1. Quest 2: Thurs. 10/2
2. G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3
3. Test 2: Mon. 10/6
9/26: In class, we watched Bill Nye: Fossils. We also started our Test 2 Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Study Guide
2. Remember the Geologic Time Internet Activity is due Monday
STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!
3. Quest 2: Thurs 10/2 G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3 Test 2: Mon. 10/6
9/25: In class, we completed Geologic Time Notes. We reviewed our homework. We started the Geologic Time Internet Activity. Follow along with the
simulation and answer the questions (guided notes) on the worksheet provided.
H/W: 1. Complete Geologic Time Internet Activity & Worksheet due Monday 9/29
STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!
2. Quest 2: Thurs. 10/2
3. G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3
4. Test 2: Mon. 10/6
9/24: In class, we completed Relative & Absolute Dating Notes. We started Geologic Time Notes.
H/W: 1. Absolute Dating Practice
2. QUEST 1 re-take: tomorrow 9/23 during working lunch
3. TEST 1 RE-TAKE: Thursday 9/25 during working lunch
4. STUDY QUEST 2 - Thurs 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Friday 10/3
Test 2 - Monday 10/6
9/23: In class, we took Relative Dating & Absolute Dating Notes.
H/W: 1. Complete How Fossisl are Made (Make sure to also HIGHLIGHT answer in reading passage)
2. QUEST 1 re-take: tomorrow 9/23 during working lunch
3. TEST 1 RE-TAKE: Thursday 9/25 during working lunch
4. STUDY QUEST 2 - Thurs 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Friday 10/3
Test 2 - Monday 10/6
***You have two weeks to study and prep for these assessments. Please use your time wisely. BE PROACTIVE!***
9/22: In class, we completed Fossil & Law of Superposition Notes. We also did sing alongs: Types of Rocks, Fossil Rocks, and Geologic Time. These songs are a great study tool to study for the test. A couple other ways to study for the test are: read your notes daily to review over the material, read your notes and summarize what the notes say, or pull up your notes on a computer and become the teacher (teach your parent, sibiling, or friend what you are learning in class). Also, quizlet.com or flashcards are also another great tool to use when studying.
H/W: 1. Complete Superposition WKS
2. QUEST 1 re-take: tomorrow 9/23 during working lunch
3. TEST 1 RE-TAKE: Thursday 9/25 during working lunch
4. STUDY QUEST 2 - Thurs 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Friday 10/3
Test 2 - Monday 10/6
***You have two weeks to study and prep for these assessments. Please use your time wisely. BE PROACTIVE!***
9/19: In class, we took G/L Quiz 2, we took a pre-test for our upcoming unit. We also took Fossil & Law of Superposition Notes.
H/W: 1. Review Notes
2. Quest - Re-takes will be during working lunch on Tuesday 9/23 ONLY. You should have already signed up for this.
3. ALL grades are updated in PowerSchool
9/18: In class, we learned about the Rock Cycle. Students took Rock Cycle Notes. Much of this material was a review from previous years, but a strong foundation is needed in order to move on to our next unit: Earth's History.
H/W: 1. STUDY G/L Quiz 2 tomorrow! There are only nine words - NO WORD BANK! SPELLING COUNTS!
2. All make-up QUEST and TEST must be completed by tomorrow during working lunch.
3. Quest - Re-takes will be during working lunch on Tuesday 9/23 ONLY. Please sign up now.
9/17: In class, students were allowed to review with a partner for 5 minutes before starting their first test. After the test, students were instructed to start their homework: Vocab Triangles (Earth's History).
H/W: 1. Complete Vocab Triangles (Earth's History)
2. G/L Quiz 2: Friday 9/19 STUDY
9/16: In class, we did partner review for the quest and test. We then took our first Quest. After the quest, we watched a Discovery Education Video calle "Rocks, Soil, Mineral." This video introduced our next unit. Students were required to follow along and answer video guided questions.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 1: tomorrow (Review study guide and pages 3-15 in binder)
2. Study for G/L Quiz 2: Friday 9/19
9/15: In class, we reviewed for our first Quest and Test. Students reviewed in pairs using their Plate Tectonics and Earth's Layers fortune tellers and
then as a class we played Test 1 Review Jeopardy.
H/W: 1. Quest 1: 9/16 (This is the post assessment. It is short like a quiz, but will count as a test (formal) grade.)
2. Test 1: 9/17
3. G/L Quiz 2: 9/19
9/12: In class, we reviewed the answers to the Study Guide. We also did a review activity by making a two different fortune tellers for Earth's History unit.
H/W: 1. You are required to have both fortune tellers in class on Monday for review game. Please keep in your science binder pockets or
pencil pouch.
2. Quest 1 - 9/16 STUDY
3. Test 1 - 9/17 STUDY
4. G/L Quiz 2 - 9/19 STUDY
9/11: In class, we reviewed for the upcoming quest and test. We watched a short video called Restless Earth. This video reviewed everything we have learned about so far. After the video, students completed a few follow up questions. Students were given the remainder of the class to work on their Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Study Guide
2. Quest 1 (Post Assessmen) - Tues. 9/16
3. Test 1 - Wed. 9/17
4. G/L Quiz 2 - Fri. 9/19
9/10: In class, we did the Snack Tectonics Lab. After the lab, students were given class time to complete the Snack Tectonics Lab Questions. Use your notes and Chapter 1.2 in the textbook to answer the questions.
H/W: 1. Complete lab questions
2. Study Quest 1 - 9/16
3. Study Test 1 - 9/17
4. G/L Quiz 2 - 9/19
9/9 : In class, we took the Ring of Fire Notes. Students were given Guided Notes. We also started a video by PBS Nova ("How Earth Began").
H/W: STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!
1. Quest 1: 9/16 (This is the post test. We took the pre-test the first week of school)
2. Test 1: 9/17
3. G/L Quiz 2: 9/19
9/8: In class, we completed the Plate Tectonic Notes. We started the Tectonics 4Corners Notes. Please use the textbook to complete
this assignment. Use the entire sheet and use the format given. This assignment should be completely in color!
H/W: 1. Complete Tectonics 4Corners Notes: Please follow all directions given. Everything should be in color. Use the textbook only!
STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!
2. Quest 1: 9/16 (This is the post test. We took the pre-test the first week of school)
3. Test 1: 9/17
4. G/L Quiz 2: 9/19
9/5: In class, we took Quiz 1: Greek/Latin Derivatives. We also took Plate Tectonic Notes.
H/W: 1. Study for 2nd Greek/Latin Quiz: Friday 9/19
2. Have a great weekend. Please review notes daily. Test 1 will be September 16
9/4: In class, we started our new unit on Earth's History. Today we took Earth's Layers Notes.
H/W: 1. Study for Greek/Latin Quiz - Friday 9/5
9/3: In class, we reviewed the Density Triangle homework. We continued to discuss density and how to calculate density.
H/W: 1. Study for Greek/Latin Quiz - Friday 9/5
9/2: In class, we took Density Notes.
H/W: 1. Density Triangle WKS
2. Study for Greek/Latin Quiz - Friday 9/5
9/30: In class, we did the Sweet Superposition Lab.
H/W: 1. Complete Lab Report
2. STUDY STUDY STUDY
Quest 2: Thurs. 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3
Test 2: Mon. 10/6
9/29: In class, today was a bit of a review day. We took most of the class to review the answers from our homework assignments. We reviewed Geoglogic Time and Test 2 Study Guide. After reviewing, we started to watch a Discovery Education video related to how we understand Earth's history using fossils, rocks, and ice cores.
H/W: STUDY STUDY STUDY
1. Quest 2: Thurs. 10/2
2. G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3
3. Test 2: Mon. 10/6
9/26: In class, we watched Bill Nye: Fossils. We also started our Test 2 Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Study Guide
2. Remember the Geologic Time Internet Activity is due Monday
STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!
3. Quest 2: Thurs 10/2 G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3 Test 2: Mon. 10/6
9/25: In class, we completed Geologic Time Notes. We reviewed our homework. We started the Geologic Time Internet Activity. Follow along with the
simulation and answer the questions (guided notes) on the worksheet provided.
H/W: 1. Complete Geologic Time Internet Activity & Worksheet due Monday 9/29
STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!
2. Quest 2: Thurs. 10/2
3. G/L Quiz 3: Fri. 10/3
4. Test 2: Mon. 10/6
9/24: In class, we completed Relative & Absolute Dating Notes. We started Geologic Time Notes.
H/W: 1. Absolute Dating Practice
2. QUEST 1 re-take: tomorrow 9/23 during working lunch
3. TEST 1 RE-TAKE: Thursday 9/25 during working lunch
4. STUDY QUEST 2 - Thurs 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Friday 10/3
Test 2 - Monday 10/6
9/23: In class, we took Relative Dating & Absolute Dating Notes.
H/W: 1. Complete How Fossisl are Made (Make sure to also HIGHLIGHT answer in reading passage)
2. QUEST 1 re-take: tomorrow 9/23 during working lunch
3. TEST 1 RE-TAKE: Thursday 9/25 during working lunch
4. STUDY QUEST 2 - Thurs 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Friday 10/3
Test 2 - Monday 10/6
***You have two weeks to study and prep for these assessments. Please use your time wisely. BE PROACTIVE!***
9/22: In class, we completed Fossil & Law of Superposition Notes. We also did sing alongs: Types of Rocks, Fossil Rocks, and Geologic Time. These songs are a great study tool to study for the test. A couple other ways to study for the test are: read your notes daily to review over the material, read your notes and summarize what the notes say, or pull up your notes on a computer and become the teacher (teach your parent, sibiling, or friend what you are learning in class). Also, quizlet.com or flashcards are also another great tool to use when studying.
H/W: 1. Complete Superposition WKS
2. QUEST 1 re-take: tomorrow 9/23 during working lunch
3. TEST 1 RE-TAKE: Thursday 9/25 during working lunch
4. STUDY QUEST 2 - Thurs 10/2
G/L Quiz 3: Friday 10/3
Test 2 - Monday 10/6
***You have two weeks to study and prep for these assessments. Please use your time wisely. BE PROACTIVE!***
9/19: In class, we took G/L Quiz 2, we took a pre-test for our upcoming unit. We also took Fossil & Law of Superposition Notes.
H/W: 1. Review Notes
2. Quest - Re-takes will be during working lunch on Tuesday 9/23 ONLY. You should have already signed up for this.
3. ALL grades are updated in PowerSchool
9/18: In class, we learned about the Rock Cycle. Students took Rock Cycle Notes. Much of this material was a review from previous years, but a strong foundation is needed in order to move on to our next unit: Earth's History.
H/W: 1. STUDY G/L Quiz 2 tomorrow! There are only nine words - NO WORD BANK! SPELLING COUNTS!
2. All make-up QUEST and TEST must be completed by tomorrow during working lunch.
3. Quest - Re-takes will be during working lunch on Tuesday 9/23 ONLY. Please sign up now.
9/17: In class, students were allowed to review with a partner for 5 minutes before starting their first test. After the test, students were instructed to start their homework: Vocab Triangles (Earth's History).
H/W: 1. Complete Vocab Triangles (Earth's History)
2. G/L Quiz 2: Friday 9/19 STUDY
9/16: In class, we did partner review for the quest and test. We then took our first Quest. After the quest, we watched a Discovery Education Video calle "Rocks, Soil, Mineral." This video introduced our next unit. Students were required to follow along and answer video guided questions.
H/W: 1. Study for Test 1: tomorrow (Review study guide and pages 3-15 in binder)
2. Study for G/L Quiz 2: Friday 9/19
9/15: In class, we reviewed for our first Quest and Test. Students reviewed in pairs using their Plate Tectonics and Earth's Layers fortune tellers and
then as a class we played Test 1 Review Jeopardy.
H/W: 1. Quest 1: 9/16 (This is the post assessment. It is short like a quiz, but will count as a test (formal) grade.)
2. Test 1: 9/17
3. G/L Quiz 2: 9/19
9/12: In class, we reviewed the answers to the Study Guide. We also did a review activity by making a two different fortune tellers for Earth's History unit.
H/W: 1. You are required to have both fortune tellers in class on Monday for review game. Please keep in your science binder pockets or
pencil pouch.
2. Quest 1 - 9/16 STUDY
3. Test 1 - 9/17 STUDY
4. G/L Quiz 2 - 9/19 STUDY
9/11: In class, we reviewed for the upcoming quest and test. We watched a short video called Restless Earth. This video reviewed everything we have learned about so far. After the video, students completed a few follow up questions. Students were given the remainder of the class to work on their Study Guide.
H/W: 1. Complete Study Guide
2. Quest 1 (Post Assessmen) - Tues. 9/16
3. Test 1 - Wed. 9/17
4. G/L Quiz 2 - Fri. 9/19
9/10: In class, we did the Snack Tectonics Lab. After the lab, students were given class time to complete the Snack Tectonics Lab Questions. Use your notes and Chapter 1.2 in the textbook to answer the questions.
H/W: 1. Complete lab questions
2. Study Quest 1 - 9/16
3. Study Test 1 - 9/17
4. G/L Quiz 2 - 9/19
9/9 : In class, we took the Ring of Fire Notes. Students were given Guided Notes. We also started a video by PBS Nova ("How Earth Began").
H/W: STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!
1. Quest 1: 9/16 (This is the post test. We took the pre-test the first week of school)
2. Test 1: 9/17
3. G/L Quiz 2: 9/19
9/8: In class, we completed the Plate Tectonic Notes. We started the Tectonics 4Corners Notes. Please use the textbook to complete
this assignment. Use the entire sheet and use the format given. This assignment should be completely in color!
H/W: 1. Complete Tectonics 4Corners Notes: Please follow all directions given. Everything should be in color. Use the textbook only!
STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!
2. Quest 1: 9/16 (This is the post test. We took the pre-test the first week of school)
3. Test 1: 9/17
4. G/L Quiz 2: 9/19
9/5: In class, we took Quiz 1: Greek/Latin Derivatives. We also took Plate Tectonic Notes.
H/W: 1. Study for 2nd Greek/Latin Quiz: Friday 9/19
2. Have a great weekend. Please review notes daily. Test 1 will be September 16
9/4: In class, we started our new unit on Earth's History. Today we took Earth's Layers Notes.
H/W: 1. Study for Greek/Latin Quiz - Friday 9/5
9/3: In class, we reviewed the Density Triangle homework. We continued to discuss density and how to calculate density.
H/W: 1. Study for Greek/Latin Quiz - Friday 9/5
9/2: In class, we took Density Notes.
H/W: 1. Density Triangle WKS
2. Study for Greek/Latin Quiz - Friday 9/5
August
8/29: In class, we continued the Scientific Method Notes. We also did the Bubble Lab to further learn about the scientific method.
H/W: 1. Complete the Bubble Lab Report
2. Study for Greek/Latin Derivatives Quiz- Friday 9/5
8/28: In class, we continued from yesterday on learning about lab safety. We also began Scientific Method Notes.
H/W: 1. Scientific Method Controls & Variables (IF absent or you lost your copy, please see Mrs. Kickham for a copy)
8/27: In class, we took a pre-assessment for the upcoming unit and we continued the Chem Games Video and discussing lab safety.
H/W: 1. SpongeBob Scientifc Method: Highlight 10 ways SpongeBob and his friends broke lab safety rules, and on the backside, write in complete sentences how Spongebook could correct or better the situation. (think basic lab safety rules)
2. Study for 1st Greek and Latin Derivatives Quiz - Friday, September 5
8/26: In class, we continued the Intro to Class PPT, we set up our notebooks, we discussed Greek & Latin Derivatives Qtr 1 words and upcoming quiz dates, and we started discussing Lab safety by watching the Chem Games Video.
H/W: 1. 1st Greek and Latin Quiz will be Friday, September 5th. Start Studying.
2. Register for Remind101 (Both parent and student)
3. Please have all Science supplies by Wednesday. (***Add composition notebook to your list of needed supplies)
8/25: In class, we started the Intro to class PPT. We discussed expectations and policies for my class. We also reviewed the syllabus & remind101.
H/W: 1. Get Syllabus signed. (Both parent and student must sign)
2. Register for Remind101 (Both parent and student)
3. Please have all Science supplies by Wednesday. (***Add composition notebook to list, along with other supply items already listed)
H/W: 1. Complete the Bubble Lab Report
2. Study for Greek/Latin Derivatives Quiz- Friday 9/5
8/28: In class, we continued from yesterday on learning about lab safety. We also began Scientific Method Notes.
H/W: 1. Scientific Method Controls & Variables (IF absent or you lost your copy, please see Mrs. Kickham for a copy)
8/27: In class, we took a pre-assessment for the upcoming unit and we continued the Chem Games Video and discussing lab safety.
H/W: 1. SpongeBob Scientifc Method: Highlight 10 ways SpongeBob and his friends broke lab safety rules, and on the backside, write in complete sentences how Spongebook could correct or better the situation. (think basic lab safety rules)
2. Study for 1st Greek and Latin Derivatives Quiz - Friday, September 5
8/26: In class, we continued the Intro to Class PPT, we set up our notebooks, we discussed Greek & Latin Derivatives Qtr 1 words and upcoming quiz dates, and we started discussing Lab safety by watching the Chem Games Video.
H/W: 1. 1st Greek and Latin Quiz will be Friday, September 5th. Start Studying.
2. Register for Remind101 (Both parent and student)
3. Please have all Science supplies by Wednesday. (***Add composition notebook to your list of needed supplies)
8/25: In class, we started the Intro to class PPT. We discussed expectations and policies for my class. We also reviewed the syllabus & remind101.
H/W: 1. Get Syllabus signed. (Both parent and student must sign)
2. Register for Remind101 (Both parent and student)
3. Please have all Science supplies by Wednesday. (***Add composition notebook to list, along with other supply items already listed)