Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of January 7, 2008

WELCOME BACK!!!

Important Information:
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Wednesday, January 9.
o We will begin a Folk Tales unit this week. During this unit, students will write their own folktale or legend. The prewriting is due on Tuesday, Jan 15, the rough draft if due on Thursday, Jan 17, and the final paper is due on Thursday, Jan 24. Students will get all requirements and rubrics at the end of the week.

Monday, January 7
Read and Mark Article for Socratic Seminar: Should Kids Hunt?
Begin watching Where the Red Fern Grows and complete double column activity

Homework: Write two high level questions for our Socratic Seminar

Tuesday, January 8
Finish watching Where the Red Fern Grows
Socratic Seminar: Should Kids Hunt?

Homework: Finish Reading Log- be sure to get parent signatures

Wednesday, January 9
Commas: Dates, Addresses, Letters pgs 212 – 213
Complete Practice and Apply – Top Pt. A and B pg 213
Respect Journal
The Very Angry Ghost Vocabulary
Read The Very Angry Ghost

Homework: Handout – Commas: Dates, Addresses, and Letters p. 166

Thursday, January 10
Review Comma Homework
Angry Ghost Story Map
Angry Ghost Discussion Questions and Vocabulary Practice
Introduce Lazy Fox- Moral of the Story
Read Lazy Fox

Homework: None

Friday, January 11
Discuss the Irony in Lazy Fox
Lazy Fox Discussion Questions
Introduce Folktale/Legend Writing Assignment
Work on Prewriting- due on Tuesday

Homework: Have a great weekend! Work on Legend Prewriting.

Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of December 17

Important Information:
o The students will have a vocabulary test over chapters 12-20 on Wednesday, December 19.
o Students will take a Red Fern Comprehension Test on Thursday, December 20.
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Wednesday, January 9. Be sure to read over winter break!
o Differentiation projects are due on Friday, December 21.
o The student Council is requesting gently used books for their Book Drive; it ends on 12/20.

Monday, December 17
Spelling Lesson 28: Pre-Test
Read and Discuss Chapter 18
Chapter 16-18 Comprehension Questions
Chapter 19-20 Vocabulary

Homework: Spelling Lesson 28: Part A (page 123)

Tuesday, December 18
Read and Discuss Chapters 19-20
Cloze Vocabulary Review

Homework: Chapter 19-20 Comprehension Questions. Study for your chapter 12-20 vocabulary test.

Wednesday, December 19
Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test
Review Where the Red Fern Grows
Spelling Lesson 28: Part B (pages 123-124)

Homework: Study for Red Fern Comprehension Test

Thursday, December 20
Where the Red Fern Grows Comprehension Test
Write Chapter 21 for Where the Red Fern Grows- due tomorrow (1pg Min- 2pg Max)
Spelling Review

Homework: Study for Spelling Test. Finish writing Chapter 21 for Where the Red Fern Grows- due tomorrow

Friday, December 21
Spelling Lesson 28: Post Test
Present Chapter 21 of Where the Red Fern Grows

Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WINTER BREAK! I will see you next year!

Math Syllabus: Week of December 17

1st Period

*Students will take a chapter 4 Vocabulary Test on Monday, December 17.
*Students will take a Ch. 4 Math Test on Friday, December 21.

Monday, December 17
Chapter 4 Vocabulary Test
Practice Packet Pages 5-152

Homework: Practice Packet pages 51-52

Tuesday, December 18
Lesson 4.7

Homework: Practice Packet page 55

Wednesday, December 19
Lesson 4.8

Homework: Practice Packet pg 57

Thursday, December 20
Review Chapter 4 Concepts
Chapter 4 Practice Test- page 219
**I will hold a chapter 4 review session at lunch today.

Homework: Finish Chapter 4 Practice Test (on page 219). STUDY!!!

Friday, December 21
Chapter 4 Test

Homework: Have a wonderful WINTER BREAK!!! See you next year!








2nd and 3rd Period

*Students will work on the “I’m the TEACHER” project this week. Students will have class time to complete this project; they will receive all the requirements and due dates this week.
*All Chapter 4 late work is due on Monday, December 17.

Monday, December 17
Introduce “I’m the TEACHER” project
Select Groups and Lessons to Teach- lesson plan is due on Friday, December 21.

Homework: Review the lesson your group will be teaching.

Tuesday, December 18
Group Project Work Time- Media Center Computers and Front Tables

Homework: Project

Wednesday, December 19
Group Project Work Time- Media Center Computers and Front Tables

Homework: Project

Thursday, December 20
Group Project Work Time- Media Center Computers and Front Tables

Homework: Project

Friday, December 21
Project is due TODAY!
Word Problems

Homework: Have a wonderful WINTER BREAK!!! See you next year!

Math Syllabus: Week of December 10

1st Period

*Students will take a Ch. 4 Math Test on Friday, December 21.
*All Chapter 3 Late work is due no later than Monday, December 10.

Monday, December 10
Lesson 4.1

Homework: Practice Packet pg. 43 (odd questions only)

Tuesday, December 11
Lesson 4.2

Homework: None

Wednesday, December 12
Lesson 4.2 Study Guide

Homework: Book page 177 (#1-6, 15, 25-29, 43)

Thursday, December 13
Lesson 4.3

Homework: Practice Packet page 47

Friday, December 14
Lesson 4.5

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend!












2nd and 3rd Period

*Students will take a Ch. 4 Math Test on Friday, December 14.
*All Chapter 4 late work is due on Monday, December 17.

Monday, December 10
Lesson 4.7 Examples and Guided Practice
Practice Packet pages 55-56

Homework: Finish Practice Packet pgs. 55-56 and begin Chapter 4 Cumulative Practice (due on 12/14).

Tuesday, December 11
Lesson 4.8

Homework: Practice Packet pages 57-58 (due on Thursday)

Wednesday, December 12
Media Center: Chapter 4 Review Games

Homework: Finish Practice Packet pages 57-58 (due tomorrow)

Thursday, December 13
Chapter 4 Practice Test (page 219)

Homework: Study for Chapter 4 Test. Be sure to complete Ch 4 Cumulative Practice.

Friday, December 14
Chapter 4 Math Test

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend!

Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of December 10

Important Information:
o Report cards were given to students on 12/7; please review and sign your child’s report card.
o Students will take a chapter 1-11 vocabulary test on Tuesday, December 11. The students will have a vocabulary test over chapters 12-20 on Wednesday, December 19.
o Students will take a Red Fern Comprehension Test on Thursday, December 20.
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Wednesday, January 9.
o Last week I offered a differentiation opportunity to selected students who have exhibited the ability to work independently and produce outstanding products. They will be required to complete Where the Red Fern Grows by Tues., Dec. 11th and pass a comprehension test, with a 90% or higher. Students are still expected to complete the vocabulary and odd questions in the packet but it will not be due until Dec.17 Students will receive a variety of projects to work on this week that will be due on Fri., Dec. 21.
o Our advisories have adopted a family in order to provide holiday gifts for families or senior citizen. Students are to contribute money to purchase the items for our family.
o The student Council is requesting gently used books for their Book Drive; it ends on 12/20.

Monday, December 10
Chapter 11 POP QUIZ
Chapter 11 Comprehension Questions
Chapter 12-13 Vocabulary
Read and Discuss Chapter 12

Homework: Chapter 12-13 Comprehension Questions #1-5. Study for the Chapter 1-11 vocabulary test.

Tuesday, December 11
Chapter 1-11 Vocabulary Test
Read and Discuss Chapter 13
Chapter 12-13 Comprehension Questions # 6-10

Homework: Figures of Speech with Local Flavor

Wednesday, December 12
Chapter 14-15 Vocabulary
Read & discuss Chapter 14
Drawing of Figures of Speech with Local Flavor

Homework: Read Chapter 15 and complete Chapter 14-15 Comprehension Questions

Thursday, December 13
Olympics

Homework: Read Chapter 16

Friday, December 14
Chapter 15-16 POP QUIZ
Chapter 16-18 Vocabulary,
Read and Discuss Ch. 17, complete questions (# 1-4)

Homework: Have a FANTASTIC weekend!

Math Syllabus: Week of December 3

1st Period

*Students will take a Ch. 3 Math Test on Thursday, December 6.
*All Chapter 3 Late work is due no later than Monday, December 10.

Monday, December 3
Practice Packet pages 41-42

Homework: Finish Practice Packet pgs 41-42. Begin Cumulative Practice due Thursday December 6.

Tuesday, December 4
Chapter 3 Practice Test Page 161

Homework: Finish Chapter 3 Practice Test Page 161 and work on Cumulative Practice

Wednesday, December 5
Computer Lab: Review Games

Homework: Study for Chapter 3 Test and finish cumulative practice due tomorrow

Thursday, December 6
Chapter 3 Test

Homework: None

Friday, December 7
Chapter 4 Vocabulary Notes

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend!










2nd and 3rd Period

*Students will take a chapter 4 vocabulary quiz on Wednesday, December 5.
*Students will take a Ch. 4 Math Test on Friday, December 14.
*All Chapter 4 late work is due on Monday, December 17

Monday, December 3
Lesson 4.2

Homework: Practice Packet page 45

Tuesday, December 4
Review Homework
Practice Packet page 46

Homework: Study for vocabulary test

Wednesday, December 5
Chapter 4 Vocabulary Quiz
Lesson 4.3

Homework: Practice Packets pgs 47-48 odd questions only

Thursday, December 6
Lesson 4.5

Homework: Finish Classwork

Friday, December 7
Lesson 4.7

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend!

Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of December 3

Important Information:
o Report cards will be given to students on Dec. 7th. Be sure to return the signed envelope on Monday, December 10. Each student with this will receive a Jayhawk Signature!
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Wednesday, January 9.
o I will be offering a differentiation opportunity, only to selected students who have exhibited the ability to work independently and produce outstanding products. They will be required to complete Where the Red Fern Grows by Monday, December 10th and pass our Red Fern comprehension test, with a 90% or higher. Students are still expected to complete the vocabulary and odd questions in the blue packet but it will not be due until December 17th.
o Our advisories have adopted a family in order to provide holiday gifts for families or senior citizen. Students are encouraged to contribute money to purchase the items for our family. This week you will receive information from your child’s advisory teacher.
o The student Council is requesting gently used books for their Book Drive; it ends on 12/20.

Monday, December 3
Spelling Lesson 7: Pretest and discuss rule on p. 32
Spelling Lesson 7: Part B – p. 33
Assign Red Fern Books
Read & discuss Ch. 5 and complete questions (# 5 – 8)

Homework: Red Fern Math- Record of Billy’s Earnings

Tuesday, December 4
Chapter 6-7 vocabulary
Read, & Discuss Chapter 6
Complete Active Reading Handout

Homework: Chapter 6-7 Comprehension Questions (# 1- 3)

Wednesday, December 5
Read & discuss Chapter 7
Chapter 6-7 Comprehension Questions 4-10
Review Chapter 6-7 Vocabulary
Spelling Lesson 7: Part C – p. 34

Homework: None

Thursday, December 6
Ch 8 & 9 Vocabulary
Read and Discuss Chapter 8; Comprehension Questions (# 1-5)
SPARKLE

Homework: Read Ch. 9. Study for Lesson 7 Spelling Test.

Friday, December 7- Report Cards go home today
Spelling Lesson 7: Test
Chapter 10-11 Vocabulary,
Read and Discuss Ch. 10, complete questions (# 1-4)
CAST Assembly today

Homework: Finish Ch 10 Questions (# 1-4). Read Ch. 11 (HINT HINT: CH. 11 POP QUIZ on Monday)

Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of Nov 26

Important Information:
• Permission slips for our upcoming trip to Greek Town on Nov. 29, were sent home last week. It is due by Tuesday. Please send cash only.
• Our third reading Log is due on Friday, November 30th. Remember, if your child wants to include the Greek Myth book he/she must read the entire book.
• We will begin a new novel, Where the Red Fern Grows, this week. Students will be given a blue Red Fern packet to complete as indicated below. Finally, please do not encourage your child to read ahead of our class due to certain prediction activities. You will be notified about enrichment opportunities at a later date.
• We are beginning our new marking period this week. Report cards go home Dec. 7th.

Monday, November 26
Finish Hercules Movie
Introduce Wilson Rawls author of Where the Red Fern Grows
Make a prediction and discuss vocabulary for Ch. 1
Play Student Created Greek Myth Games

Homework: None

Tuesday, November 27
Pre-reading discussion, read, and discuss Ch. 1
L/Network book- Punctuation- “Periods and End Marks” pp 206-207; Take notes

Homework: Ch. 1 comprehension questions #’s 1, 3, 5, and 7. L/Network book- Finish Pt A – top of p. 208, if necessary

Wednesday, November 28
Figurative Language Handout
Chapter 2: vocabulary, read, and discuss
L/Network book- Pt. B Bottom of p. 208

Homework: Finish Ch. 2 odd questions # 1 - 7

Thursday, November 29
Media Center to Check Out and Return Books
Chapter 3 Vocabulary, Read and Discuss; begin odd questions # 9-13
Review rules- “Commas in sentences” pp. 209-211 begin Part A top of p. 211

Homework: Finish Ch. 3 questions and vocabulary if necessary

Friday, November 30
Ch. 4 Pre-reading, read, and discuss Ch. 4
Complete questions # 1-4
L/Network book- Part B – bottom of p. 211

Homework: Have a FANTASTIC weekend!

Hellenic Museum and Restaruant Field Trip

Permission Slip and Money is due by Tuesday, November 27

Hellenic Museum and Restaruant Field Trip

On Thursday, November 29, 2007, we’ll visit Greek Town to tour the Hellenic Museum and enjoy a delicious meal at the Parthenon Restaurant. The cost will be $20.00 per child. It will cost $10 for the bus and museum and $10 for the restaurant. If your child does not wish to eat at the restaurant then he/she should plan to bring a lunch and only pay $10. Please let us know if you are available to chaperone our trip. Chaperones only have to pay $10.00 for the meal if they wish to eat at the restarurant. Please send only cash.

Schedule:
9:30 A.M. Board bus
10:00 A.M. Hellenic Museum at 801 W. Adams
11:45 A.M. Lunch at the Parthenon Restaurant at 314 S. Halsted
12:45 P.M. Board buses to return back to school.
1:30 P.M. Arrive back at school. Students will go to their 7th period class and finish the rest of their school day.

-----------------------Clip and return to your reading teacher-------------------
I give permission for my child ______________________________to attend the field trip to Greek Town with team 6-3 on Thursday, November 29, 2007. My child understands that all school rules and regulations still apply for him/her while on this trip. Violations could result in him/her not being allowed to go on future trips. The cost of the trip is $20.00.
Does your child have any food restrictions? Please explain or write your comments here: _______________________________________________________________

Parent Signature_____________________________________
Phone number where you can be reached during our field trip hours: ________________________________________________________

Will your child need to take any medications along with him/her?(circle one) yes or no

What medications?________________________________________

___ Yes. I will be able to chaperone the trip.

Parent Name___________________________________________________

Email___________________________Phone #:_____________________

Math Syllabus: Week of November 26

1st Period

*Students will take a chapter 3 vocabulary quiz on Friday, November 30.
*Students will take a Ch. 3 Math Test on Thursday, December 6.
*All Chapter 3 Late work is due no later than Monday, December 10.

Monday, November 26
Practice Packet pages 35-36

Homework: Book page 135 # 1-19. Complete the Brain Game at the bottom of the page and I will give you two bonus points for a correct answer.

Tuesday, November 27
Quiz: Lessons 3.1-3.3

Homework: None

Wednesday, November 28
Lesson 3.4

Homework: Practice Packet Pages 37-38 (due on Friday)

Thursday, November 29
NO MATH: FIELD TRIP

Homework: Finish Practice Packet Pages 37-38 (due on Friday)

Friday, November 30
Chapter 3 Vocabulary Test
Lesson 3.6

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend!






2nd and 3rd Period

*Students will take a chapter 4 vocabulary quiz on Wednesday, December 5.
*Students will take a Ch. 4 Math Test on Friday, December 14.

Monday, November 26
Finish Mathnet
Chapter 4 Vocabulary

Homework: None

Tuesday, November 27
Chapter 4 Pre-Assessment

Homework: None

Wednesday, November 28
Lesson 4.1

Homework: Page 171-173 (#1, 6-10, 16-20, 23-28, 35-36) due on Friday

Thursday, November 29
NO MATH: FIELD TRIP

Homework: Finish Page 171-173 (#1, 6-10, 16-20, 23-28, 35-36) due on Friday

Friday, November 30
Review Homework
Lesson 4.2

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend!

Math Reminder

The 2nd and 3rd period math retake test is during lunch on Wednesday. Be sure to study and bring in the signed parent letter to retake the test.

Trimester 1 BUZZWORDS Study Guide

Trimester 1 BUZZWORDS
Study Guide

Below is a list of your trimester one BUZZWORDS. You must know and understand the definition of each as well as know the part of speech for each word (verb, noun, adjective)


• accord
• ersatz
• hector
• luxurious
• hoodlum
• insinuating
• undergo
• alias
• copacetic
• decree
• blasé
• unison
• facetious
• niche
• sabbatical
• wanton
• tumult
• plausible
• bask
• retrospect
• vicarious
• laggard
• aghast
• virtuoso

Math Syllabus: Week of Nov 12

1st Period

Monday, November 12
Math Net Movie: View from the Rear Terrace

Homework: None

Tuesday, November 13
Chapter 3 Vocabulary
Chapter 3 Pre-Assessment

Homework: Vocabulary Spiral- you will need to use your book to complete this.

Wednesday, November 14
No Math

Homework: None

Thursday, November 15
Lesson 3.1

Homework: Practice Packets Pages 31-32

Friday, November 16
Lesson 3.2

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend!

Monday, November 19
No Math

Homework: None

Tuesday, November 20
Lesson 3.3

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving break!





2nd Period
* Students will take a chapter 3 test on Monday, November 19. The test will be on all chapter 3 concepts covered as well as the chapter 3 vocabulary.

Monday, November 12
Review Vocab Spiral and Secret Message
Lesson 3.3

Homework: Begin Cumulative Review- due Monday Nov. 19

Tuesday, November 13
No Math

Homework: None

Wednesday, November 14
Lesson 3.4

Homework: Practice Packet pages 35-36

Thursday, November 15
Lesson 3.6
Review for Chapter 3 Test

Homework: Study- complete chapter 3 Review Game Handout

Friday, November 16
No Math

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend! Study for Chapter 3 Test- make sure your cumulative review is complete.

Monday, November 19
Chapter 3 Test

Homework: None

Tuesday, November 20
Math Net Movie: The View from the Rear Terrace

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving break!




3rd Period
* Students will take a chapter 3 test on Monday, November 19. The test will be on all chapter 3 concepts covered as well as the chapter 3 vocabulary.

Monday, November 12
No Math

Homework: None

Tuesday, November 13
Review Vocab Spiral and Secret Message
Lesson 3.3

Homework: Begin Cumulative Review- due Monday Nov. 19

Wednesday, November 14
Lesson 3.4

Homework: Practice Packet pages 35-36

Thursday, November 15
No Math

Homework: None

Friday, November 16
Lesson 3.6
Review for Chapter 3 Test

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend! Study- complete chapter 3 Review Game Handout and cumulative review


Monday, November 19
Chapter 3 Test

Homework: None

Tuesday, November 20
Math Net Movie: The View from the Rear Terrace

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving break!

Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of Nov 12

Important Information:
o Students are expected to complete a “Minor Gods” handout while reading this section of the myth book. This sheet is due on Monday November 12.
o Students will take a test over our Trimester 1 BUZZWORDS on Wednesday, November 14.
o Students began working on a project for the Greek Myths last week. This project will be due on Thursday, November 15.
o Students will take a Minor Gods Comprehension and Vocabulary Test on Friday, November 16.
o Today Greek Myth enrichment students will receive a writing assignment that will be due on Tuesday, November 20.
o The third Reading Log is due on November 30. If students would like to include the Greek Myth Book on their reading log they must finish the reading the entire book on their own.
o Any late Greek Myth work is due on Tuesday, November 20.

Monday, November 12
Spelling Lesson 6: Pre Test
Review Lesson 6 Spelling Rule and Complete Part A
Review Minor Gods Sheet
Homework: Work on Myth Project

Tuesday, November 13
Spelling Lesson 6 Part B
Read Heracles
Buzzword Review
Homework: Study for Buzzword Test

Wednesday, November 14
Trimester 1 BUZZWORD Test
Spelling Master 6B
Heracles Activity
Homework: Finish Greek Myth Project- due tomorrow.

Thursday, November 15
Present Greek Myth Projects
Finish Heracles Activity
SPARKLE
Homework: Study for Spelling Test and Minor Gods Vocabulary & Comprehension Test

Friday, November 16
Spelling Test Lesson 6
Minor Gods Comprehension and Vocabulary Test
Begin Reading and Marking Socratic Seminar Article- Write 2 High Level Questions based on Article
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND! Prepare for Socratic Seminar- you must have questions written and article fully marked to participate on Monday.

Monday, November 19
Socratic Seminar: Religion in Schools
Begin Watching Heracles
Homework: None

Tuesday, November 20
Finish Watching Heracles
Compare and Contract Greek Myth Novel and Movie
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING BREAK!!!

Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of November 5

Important Information:
o Students are expected to complete a “Minor Gods” handout while reading this next section of the myth book. This sheet is due on Monday November 12.
o Students will take a test over our Trimester 1 BUZZWORDS on Wednesday, November 14.
o Students will begin working on a project for the Greek Myths this week. This project will be due on Thursday, November 15.
o Students will take a Minor Gods Comprehension and Vocabulary Test on Friday, November 16.
o Students participating in the Greek Myth enrichment group do not have to participate in the myth activities with the rest of the class. Instead they will work on selected enrichment projects. The projects are due November 9. They are also expected to finish the entire myth novel and complete a handout for the minor gods by November 9. On Monday November 12, enrichment students will receive a writing assignment that will be due on Tuesday, November 20.
o The third Reading Log is due on November 30.


Monday, November 5
Vocabulary for Eos, Helios, Selene, and Pan
Read Eos and Helios
Capitalization Mixed Review

Homework: Read Selene and work on Minor Gods handout

Tuesday, November 6
Vocabulary for Echo, Syrinx, The Wild & Vulgar Centaurs, and Orpheus
Read Pan and Echo
Capitalization: Writing a Letter

Homework: Read Syrinx and work on Minor Gods handout

Wednesday, November 7
Media Center to Return and Check out Books
Write 5 sentences using Minor Gods Vocabulary
Introduce Greek Myth Project- due November 15

Homework: Capitalization Proofreading. Work on Greek Myth Project.

Thursday, November 8
Review Grammar Homework
Read The Wild & Vulgar Centaurs and Asclepius
Work on Minor Gods Handout

Homework: Read The Nine Muses. Work on Greek Myth Project

Friday, November 9
Read Orpheus and The Muses
Finish Minor God Sheet
Study for Buzzword Test

Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND! Work on Myth Project

Math Syllabus: Week of November 5

1st Period

*Students will take a Ch. 2 Math Test on Friday, November 9. Students will receive a cumulative review this week to help them study for the test. This must be completed by Thursday, November 8.
*All Chapter 2 Late work is due no later than Monday, November 12.

Monday, November 5
Extended Response Due Today
Continue Lesson 2.8

Homework: Practice Packet pgs 29-30

Tuesday, November 6
Review pages 29-30
Practice Chapter 2 Test: Page 111

Homework: Finish Practice Chapter 2 Test: Page 111, if necessary

Wednesday, November 7
Computer Lab: Review for test

Homework: Finish Cumulative Practice- due tomorrow

Thursday, November 8
Review Cumulative Practice

Homework: Study for Chapter 2 Test

Friday, November 9
Chapter 2 Test

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend! Work on any late work- it is all due on Monday!







2nd and 3rd Period

*All Chapter 2 Late work is due no later than Wednesday, November 7.

Monday, November 5
Take Chapter 2 Math Test

Homework: None

Tuesday, November 6
Chapter 3 Pre-Assessment

Homework: None

Wednesday, November 7
Chapter 3 Vocabulary Notes
Lesson 3.1

Homework: Page 121-123 (#1-4, 12-14, 20-24, 30-31, 40-45, 58)

Thursday, November 8
Review Book Homework
Lesson 3.2

Homework: Practice Packet pages 33-34

Friday, November 9
Review PP pages 33-34
Vocabulary Spiral
Chapter 3 Secret Message

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend!

Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of October 29

Important Information:
o On Tuesday, students will take a comprehension test over the first section of myth book.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Students participating in the Greek Myth enrichment group do not have to participate in the myth activities with the rest of the class. Instead they will work on selected enrichment projects. The projects are due November 9. They are also expected to finish the entire myth novel and complete a handout for the minor gods by November 9.
o Students wishing to retake their pictures will take retake their pictures on Tues. Oct. 30; they must return the pictures in order to retake them.
o Students received a letter in their Thursday’s packet, regarding appropriate Halloween costumes, behavior, and informing them they need to donate a can good if they plan to wear a costume on Halloween. Children are not allowed to bring candy to school on Halloween.
o All students are expected to complete a “Minor Gods” handout while reading this next section of the myth book.

Monday, October 29
Greek Myth Jeopardy
Spelling Pretest Lesson 5
Review Spelling Rule pg. 24

Homework: Study for comprehension test and be sure to complete reading logs with parent signatures. Complete Spelling: page 25 part A

Tuesday, October 30
Greek Myth Comprehension Test
Greek Myth: Read p. 70 -71 in myth book and make a prediction
Spelling Lesson 5: Review page 25 part A and complete part. B

Homework: None

Wednesday, October 31
Review Predictions
Vocabulary, read, & review Prometheus myth
Prometheus comprehension handout
Values handout regarding Prometheus myth
Spelling Lesson 5: Review Pt. B

Homework: Spelling page 26 part C (Top)– Dictionary only

Thursday, November 1
Vocabulary, read, & review Pandora myth
Spelling Lesson 5: Review homework and review for test

Homework: Read Nemesis myth. Study Spelling Test Lesson 5

Friday, November 2 - Reading /LArts in A.M.
Read and discuss Prometheus poem
“Think Pair Share” activity- regarding Prometheus, Pandora, & Nemesis myths
Spelling Test Lesson 5

Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND!

Math Syllabus: Week of October 29

• Final Scale Drawing project is due on Friday, November 2. Remember to follow your rubric while working on your final draft.




1st Period

*Students will take a Ch. 2 Math Test on Friday, November 9. Students will receive a cumulative review this week to help them study for the test. This must be completed by Thursday, November 8.
*Students will begin writing an extended response for a word problem. This will be due on Monday, November 5.

Monday, October 29
Designer’s Challenge
Steps to Convert Measurements to Scale

Homework: Practice Packet pg 25

Tuesday, October 30
Review page 25
Complete page 26

Homework: Begin Cumulative Practice- due on Thursday, November 8

Wednesday, October 31 (HAPPY HALLOWEEN)
Lesson 2.7 Practice A

Homework: Enjoy your Halloween!

Thursday, November 1
Review how to write an Extended Response

Homework: Complete an extended response- due on Monday November 5

Friday, November 2
Final Scale Drawing Project due
Lesson 2.8

Homework: Have a fantastic weekend!






2nd and 3rd Period

*Students will take a Chapter 2 Math Test on Monday, November 5.

Monday, October 29
Review Practice Packet pages 25-26
Steps to Convert Measurements to Scale

Homework: Begin Cumulative Review- it must be completed by Friday, November 2

Tuesday, October 30
Lesson 2.7

Homework: Book: Pages 95-96 (#1-3, 7, 10-16, 28-30)

Wednesday, October 31 (HAPPY HALLOWEEN)
Lesson 2.8

Homework: Enjoy your Halloween!

Thursday, November 1
Mean, Median, and Range Game

Homework: Book: Page 105 Mixed Review. Finish Cumulative Practice- due tomorrow.

Friday, November 2
Final Scale Drawing Project due
Computer Lab to review for Chapter 2 Test

Homework: Study for your chapter two math test and have a fantastic weekend!

Math Syllabus: Week of October 22

Important Math Due Dates:
• Bedroom measurements are due on Tuesday, October 23 (these must be done in cm).
• Scale Drawing rough draft is due on Friday, October 26. This must be done on cm grid paper and include measurements and labels. It does not have to be to scale or colored.
• Final Scale Drawing project is due on Friday, November 2




1st Period

Monday, October 22
Lesson 2.4 Study Guide

Homework: Finish bedroom measurements- due tomorrow

Tuesday, October 23
Turn in Measurements
Practice Packet pages 21-22

Homework: Is the Scale Reasonable?

Wednesday, October 24
Lesson 2.5

Homework: Book pg 80—Quiz #s 1-7

Thursday, October 25
Review how to select a scale for our bedroom project
Lesson 2.6

Homework: Finish Scale Drawing Rough Draft- due tomorrow

Friday, October 26
Rough Draft Due
Divisibility Rules

Homework: Have a SUPER weekend and work on Scale Drawing Project!








2nd and 3rd Period

*Students will take a chapter 2 math test on Monday, November 5.

Monday, October 22
Review Lesson 2.4
Begin Lesson 2.5

Homework: Finish bedroom measurements- due tomorrow

Tuesday, October 23
Turn in Measurements
Lesson 2.5 Practice C

Homework: Is the Scale Reasonable?

Wednesday, October 24
Lesson 2.6
Review how to write an extended response

Homework: Select one word problem from last week and write an extended response.

Thursday, October 25
Learn how to select a scale for your bedroom Practice Packet pgs 25-26

Homework: Finish Scale Drawing Rough Draft- due tomorrow. Finish Practice Packet if necessary

Friday, October 26
Rough Draft Due
Divisibility Rules

Homework: Have a SUPER weekend and work on Scale Drawing Project!

Reading/Language Arts Syllabus: Week of October 22

Important Information:
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Students participating in the Greek Myth enrichment group must take a test over the first section to show mastery. If they receive a score above 90%, they will be assigned a variety of differentiated projects and activities to complete.
o Students will take a Greek Myth Vocabulary Test on Friday, October 26. They will have a comprehension test over the first section of myths on Tuesday, October 30.
o This is Red Ribbon Week. Each day of the week has a theme for students to follow to show they are drug free. Please note the themes listed below.

Monday, October 22 (Wear Red)
Media Center to Check Out and Return Books
Review Element Chart: Hephaestus through Athena
Complete Element Chart for Apollo and Artemis

Homework: Study for myth vocabulary test

Tuesday, October 23 (Hawaiian Day)
Vocabulary, Read, and Chart Hermes and Hades
Review Capitalization of First Words and Titles: Language Network pgs 189-190
Complete Practice and Apply page 191

Homework: Grammar in Math

Wednesday, October 24 (Crazy Hair Day)
Vocabulary, Read, and Chart Persephone and Dionysus
Review Element Chart

Homework: Greek Myth Vocabulary Crossword

Thursday, October 25 (Twin Day)
Review Capitalization of Places and Transportation: Language Network pgs 193-194
Complete Parts A and B page 195
Myth Venn Diagram Activity

Homework: Study for your vocabulary test. Finish the Venn Diagram, if necessary.

Friday, October 26 (Sports Team Day)
Greek Myth Vocabulary Test
Gods of Olympus Sheet
Review Capitalization of Organizations and Other Subjects: L/Network pgs 196-197
Complete Practice and Apply pg 197

Homework: Enjoy your weekend! Study for Greek Myth Comprehension Test.

Reading/LA Syllabus: Week of Oct 15

Important Information:
o Progress reports were sent home last Friday. Please sign and return it to me.
o Greek Myth book will be assigned on today. Please send a 2 gal Ziploc bag with your child or buy one from me for 25 cents.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Don’t forget that conferences are this week, Thursday Oct. 18th. If you have not signed up for a conference, please get In touch with me a.s.a.p.
o Our read-a-thon and P.J. day is Friday, Oct. 19th. Besides bringing several good books to read, students may bring only one of the following: a pillow, blanket, or stuffed animal. He/she may also bring a healthy snack.
o Today I offered a Greek Myth enrichment opportunity for students who wish to read ahead of the class and work on a variety of projects. Students must thoroughly read and chart the first section of the Greek Mythology book (up to page 69). They must be prepared to take a test over the material on Monday, October 22.

Monday, October 15
Spelling Pretest Lesson 4 and discuss p. 20
Assign Greek Myth Books
Vocabulary, Read, and Chart Hera, Hephaestus, & Aphrodite

Homework: Spelling Master 4B

Tuesday, October 16
Review spelling homework and complete page 21 Pt B
Vocabulary Ares, Athena, and Poseidon
Read and Chart Ares and Athena myths

Homework: Read Poseidon and complete story element chart

Wednesday, October 17
Spelling pg. 22 Build Word Power
Vocabulary, Read, and Chart Apollo & Artemis

Homework: Study for spelling test on Friday. Finish reading and charting Artemis myth, if necessary


Thursday, October 18 (1/2 Day)
No Reading and Language Arts


Friday, October 19 (1/2 Day)
Read-a-Thon and Pajama Day
Spelling Test Lesson 4

Homework: Enjoy your weekend!

Math Syllabus: Week of October 15

Important Info:
• Students will take a test over all Chapter 2 vocabulary words on Wed, Oct. 17.
• Students will begin a scale drawing project this week. They will receive a handout with all project requirements and due dates this week.




1st Period

Monday, October 15
Practice Packet pages 17-18

Homework: Book pgs 68-69 (#6-11, 15, 29)

Tuesday, October 16
Lesson 2.3

Homework: Study for Vocabulary Test

Wednesday, October 17
Chapter 2 Vocabulary Test

Homework: Practice Packet pgs 19-20

Thursday, October 18 (1/2 Day)
Review Lesson 2.3
Introduce Scale Drawing Project

Homework: Work on measurements for scale drawing project- due on Tuesday Oct 23.

Friday, October 19 (1/2 Day) PJ DAY
No Math Today

Homework: Have a SUPER weekend and work on Scale Drawing Project!








2nd and 3rd Period

Monday, October 15
Review Lesson 2.3
Begin Lesson 2.4

Homework: Practice Packet pgs 19-20

Tuesday, October 16
Book pages 78-80 (# 1-5, 7-9, 14-15, 22)

Homework: Study for Vocabulary Test and finish class work if necessary.

Wednesday, October 17
Chapter 2 Vocabulary Test
Introduce Scale Drawing Project

Homework: Work on measurements for scale drawing project- due on Tuesday Oct 23.

Thursday, October 18 (1/2 Day)
Word Problems

Homework: Finish Word Problems, if necessary. Work on measurements for scale drawing project- due on Tuesday Oct 23.

Friday, October 19 (1/2 Day) PJ DAY
No Math Today

Homework: Have a SUPER weekend and work on Scale Drawing Project!

Conference Schedule: Thursday, October 18

Below are the times scheduled for fall conferences on Thursday, October 18th. You will need to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled conference time in order to review your child’s portfolio. If there is a conflict with your schedule conference time please alert me as soon as possible.


12:35 – 12:50 p.m. Zoe Gearing

12:50 – 1:05 p.m. Malcolm Range

1:05 – 1:20 p.m. Jordan Murphy

1:25 – 1:40 p.m. Elana Abrams

1:55 – 2:10 p.m. Emma LaSaine (Father)

2:10 – 2:25 p.m. Tim Huettle

2:25 – 2:40 p.m. George Mason

2:40 – 2:55 p.m. Jurvess Riley

2:55 – 3:10 p.m. Grace Rivera

3:40 – 3:55 p.m. Mark Watson

3:55 – 4:10 p.m. Micah Easty

4:10 – 4:25 p.m. Ryan Chancellor

4:25 – 4:40 p.m. Zach Goldenberg

4:40 – 4:55 p.m. Maggie Costello

4:55 – 5:10 p.m. Tommy Jackson

5:45 – 6:00 p.m. Helen Onyenso

6:00 – 6:15 p.m. Luke Shalla

6:15 – 6:30 p.m. Samantha King

6:30 – 6:45 p.m. Emma LaSaine (Mother)

6:45 – 7:00 p.m. Hani Richman Kruger

7:15 – 7:30 p.m. Isabella Miller

7:30 – 7:45 p.m. Kate Spittle

7:45 – 8:00 p.m. Bryan Mooney

(8:00 – 8:15 p.m.) Alexis Ramos

(8:15 – 8:30 p.m.) Caroline Coughlan

Math Syllabus: Week of October 8

1st Period

** Students will take a test over all Chapter 2 vocabulary words on Wednesday, Oct. 17.

Monday, October 8
No School: Columbus Day

Homework: None

Tuesday, October 9
Chapter 2 Pre-Assessment
Draw a Diagram: Book Page 762
Book Page 771 # 6

Homework: Finish Book Work

Wednesday, October 10
Finish Chapter 2 Vocabulary Notes

Homework: None

Thursday, October 11
Lesson 2.1 (pgs. 62-63 odd questions)

Homework: Finish pgs 62-63 odd questions

Friday, October 12
Lesson 2.2

Homework: Have a SUPER weekend!










2nd and 3rd Period

** Students will take a test over all Chapter 2 vocabulary words on Wednesday, Oct. 17.

Monday, October 8
No School: Columbus Day

Homework: None

Tuesday, October 9
Finish Mathnet Mystery
Lesson 2.1

Homework: Book pgs 63-63 (# 17-24, 29-34, and 49)

Wednesday, October 10
Lesson 2.2

Homework: Practice Packet pgs 17-18

Thursday, October 11
Land Logic
Customary Measure Maze

Homework: Finish class work

Friday, October 12
Lesson 2.3 (pg 74 # 1-16)

Homework: Have a SUPER weekend!

Rgd/LA Syllabus: Week of October 8

Important Information:
o Confirmation of conference times were sent home on Tuesday, Oct 2. Please let me know if you are unable to attend at that time.
o We will begin reading the Greek Myths this week. Students must have a two-gallon Ziploc bag to store their books in. If you do not have one at home you can purchase one from me for 25 cents.
o Students will take a grammar test on Thursday, October 11
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.

Monday, October 8
No School: Columbus Day

Tuesday, October 9
Language Network book -Fragments and run-ons
L/Network book Pt. A Concept Check and Challenge pg. 27
Introduce D’Aulaires’ book of Greek Myths and elements of a myth
Read and discuss In Olden Times & Gaea short stories
Complete Greek Myth story element chart

Homework: Study for diagramming/grammar test

Wednesday, October 10
Review for diagramming test on Thursday
Discuss “Show Me What You Know” survey
Titans Complete Vocabulary and Read
Complete Greek Myth story element chart

Homework: Study for diagramming/grammar test. Finish myth chart, if necessary.

Thursday, October 11 - Stuffing Day
Portfolio Preparation
Diagramming/Grammar Test
Vocabulary for Cronus & Zeus myth
Read and discuss Cronus myth

Homework: Finish myth chart, if necessary

Friday, October 12
Complete fragment and run-on worksheet
Review chart for Cronus myth
Read & discuss Zeus and His Family myth and complete chart

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!

Important Announcement: Missing Work

If you have any missing work in my classes (math, language arts, or reading) it must be turned in by Friday, October 5 to receive late credit for the assignment. If you are unsure of your missing work or have questions about it please see me during lunch this week.

Remember you must have your Missing Homework Slip signed to turn in late work.

Math Syllabus: Week of October 1

1st Period

** Students will take a test over all Chapter 1 concepts on Wednesday, October 3.

Monday, October 1
Work on Cumulative Practice Handout

Homework: Study- finish Cumulative Practice if necessary.

Tuesday, October 2
Media Center: Online Review of Ch. 1

Homework: Study for Chapter 1 Test

Wednesday, October 3
Chapter 1 Test

Homework: None

Thursday, October 4
Chapter 2 Vocabulary

Homework: Lesson 2.1 Study Guide

Friday, October 5
Math Net Mystery

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL three-day weekend!








2nd and 3rd Period

Monday, October 1
Chapter 1 Test

Homework: None

Tuesday, October 2
Chapter 2 Vocabulary

Homework: Word Problem- Fresh Fruit

Wednesday, October 3
Chapter 2 Pre-Assessment

Homework: None

Thursday, October 4
Finish Chapter 2 Vocabulary
Word Problems page 762

Homework: Word Problem- Ski Run

Friday, October 5
Math Net Mystery

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL three-day weekend!

Rgd/LA Syllabus: Week of October 2

Important Information:
o Confirmation of conference times will be sent home on Tuesday, Oct 2. Please let me know if you are unable to attend at that time. If you have yet to sign up for a conference please contact me.
o We will begin reading the Greek Myths next week. Students must have a two-gallon Ziploc bag to store their books in. If you do not have one at home you can purchase one from me for 25 cents.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Students will take a grammar test on Thursday, October 11.
o If you plan to send in a treat for the class on your child’s birthday, please be sure that you send in a healthy snack (i.e. veggies, fruit, pretzels, goldfish, etc.). If you have any questions please call or email me.

Monday, October 2
Spelling Pre-Test: Lesson 3
Discuss Spelling Rule (page 16) and Complete Part A
Socratic Seminar Expectations
Begin Reading and Marking Singapore Whipping

Homework: Continue Reading and Marking Singapore Whipping. You must have your article thoroughly marked and with you in class on Wednesday in order to participate in the Socratic Seminar.

Tuesday, October 3
Media Center Computers- Learn how to log into computers
Media Center Tables- Return, check out, and/or read pleasure books

Homework: Write at least two thought provoking questions that relate to the Singapore Whipping article.

Wednesday, October 4
Spelling Lesson 3 Part B
Socratic Seminar: Singapore Whipping

Homework: Build Word Power- Spelling Master 3B

Thursday, October 5
Review Spelling Master 3B
The Watsons go to Birmingham- 1963 Foreshadowing Activity
SPARKLE

Homework: Study Spelling Words

Friday, October 5 (SPIRIT DAY!!!)
Today we will attend an assembly so we will only have one period of LA/Rdg.
Spelling Test: Lesson 3
What do you know about the Greek Myths?

Homework: Enjoy your THREE-DAY weekend!

What in the world are Team 6-3 students thinking?

Do you have a great idea for new poll that I can put on my blog? Come up with a question and at least four answers to the question and I will make a new survey for students take.

Math Syllabus: Week of September 24

Classroom sets of our textbooks have arrived! Please leave your textbook at home until the end of the school year. Be sure to take great care of your book!


1st Period

** Students will take a test over all Chapter 1 concepts on Wednesday, October 3.

Monday, September 24
Lesson 1.5 Practice

Homework: Practice Packet page 9

Tuesday, September 25
Lesson 1.6

Homework: Study for Vocabulary Test

Wednesday, September 26
Chapter 1 Vocabulary Test

Homework: Lesson 1.6 Study Guide

Thursday, September 27
Lesson 1.7

Homework: Practice Packet pg 13

Friday, September 28
Cumulative Practice Handout

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!





2nd and 3rd Period

** Students will take a test over all Chapter 1 concepts on Monday, October 1.

Monday, September 24
Lesson 1.7

Homework: Textbook page 37 (#s 12-27 and 36-41)

Tuesday, September 25
Mixed Review Textbook Page 45
Finish Lesson 1.7

Homework: Study for Vocabulary Test

Wednesday, September 26
Chapter 1 Vocabulary Test

Homework: Practice Packet pgs 13-14

Thursday, September 27
Challenge Practice

Homework: Textbook Page 51

Friday, September 28
Review Practice Chapter 1 Test

Homework: Study for your Chapter 1 Test and ENJOY your weekend!

Rgd/LA Syllabus: Week of September 24

Important Information:
o Mrs. Alexander, Ms. Uhen, Mr. Boyle, and I are in need of a parent from each of our classes to be our emergency caller parent. If interested, send us an email or leave a message on our voice mail. If you work at home or are easily accessible, this may be the right volunteer opportunity for you.
o Conference request forms were sent home last week, to all parents that did not attend Curriculum Night. Please complete the conference form a.s.a.p.
o Picture Day is Tues, 9/ 25. All students will take a picture for our yearbook even if he/she does not wish to purchase pictures. Remember to send the envelope and money with your child on Tuesday.
o We will discuss Bud, Not Buddy this week; be sure to have the summer reading guide completed by Friday, September 28.
o First Reading Log will be due on Thurs, 9/27. Each book must have a parent signature on the log.
o The final draft of the Seedfolks Writing Assignment is due on Friday, September 28.

Monday, September 24
Sentence Diagramming: Adjectives
Review and discuss literary terms: Protagonist, Antagonist, Theme, and Conflict
Review for Seedfolks Test: Comprehension and Vocabulary

Homework: Study for Seedfolks Test

Tuesday, September 25
Seedfolks Comprehension and Vocabulary Test
Essay Drafts Returned- discuss the final draft of the essay
Introduce Christopher Paul Curtis author of Bud, Not Buddy
Compare and contrast realistic fiction vs. historical fiction

Homework: Draw a picture of most memorable character from Bud, Not Buddy and write 2-3 sentences explaining why. The drawings must be done on unlined paper and colored neatly.

Wednesday, September 26
Discuss setting, characters, events, and resolution
Complete Bud, Not Buddy story map
Sentence Diagramming: Adverbs

Homework: Finish your reading log- you must have parent signatures. Students should bring 2-3 items that are important to him/her; place the items in a bag. Finish story map, if necessary

Thursday: September 27
Share your 2-3 important items with the class
Discuss history of jazz and blues
Jazz and blues music activity
Write reflection regarding jazz and blues music

Homework: Finish Final Draft of Seedfolks Writing Assignment and Summer Reading Guide for Bud, Not Buddy- both due tomorrow

Friday, September 28
Review Summer Reading Guide for Bud, Not Buddy
Closing activity- Write final reflection, regarding items brought to school and personal connections to Bud, Not Buddy
Sentence Diagramming: Reviewing Sentence Basics

Homework: Enjoy your weekend!

LA/Reading Syllabus: Week of September 17

Important Information:
· Students will take a Seedfolks Comprehension & Vocabulary Test on Tuesday, Sept. 25.
· Students began working on a Seedfolks Essay Last week. The typed rough draft of the essay is due on Friday, Sept 21 and the final draft is due on Friday, Sept 28.
· All students should have read Bud, Not Buddy, by Christopher Paul Curtis, over the summer. Students who did not read the book over the summer must have it read by September 24.
· Curriculum Night is Tuesday, Sept. 18th. It begins at 6:45 P.M. Each student brought home a letter with his or her schedule last week.
· The reading log is due on Thursday, Sept. 27. Students are required to read at least two books each month and turn in a completed log with parent signatures.

Monday, September 17
Buzzword
Lesson 2: Spelling Pretest
Read and Chart Maricela
Finish Defining Seedfolks Vocabulary

Homework: Read your pleasure book for 30 minutes

Tuesday, September 18
Read and Chart Amir and Florence
Spelling Lesson 2: Complete page 12 and discuss spelling rule
Spelling Lesson 2: Part A

Homework: Finish Spelling, if necessary

Wednesday, September 19
Buzzword
Seedfolks Character Review
Spelling Lesson 2: Part B
Spelling Activity: Practice the Words

Homework: Finish Spelling, if necessary. Work on your Seedfolks Essay Rough Draft- due on 9/21

Thursday: September 20
Spelling Lesson 2: Part C
SPARKLE: Spelling Review Game
Review Seedfolks Vocabulary- write five detailed sentences using five Seedfolks vocabulary words

Homework: Study for Lesson 2 Spelling Test. Finish your Seedfolks rough draft- it must be typed.

Friday, September 21
Buzzword
Media Center- Check Out and Return Books
Lesson 2: Spelling Test
Seedfolks Rough Draft: Peer Edits

Homework: Enjoy your weekend!

Math Syllabus: Week of September 17

*Students will take a chapter 1 vocabulary test on Wednesday, September 26.

1st Period

Monday, September 17
Finish Chapter 1 Vocabulary
Review the T-Chart

Homework: Lesson 1.3 Study Guide

Tuesday, September 18
Lesson 1.4

Homework: None

Wednesday, September 19
What Number am I?
Magic Squares

Homework: Finish Class work, if necessary

Thursday, September 20
Review Activities
Lesson 1.5

Homework: Practice Packet pg 7 (#1-16)

Friday, September 21
Problem Solving Handbook- Make a Model (page 761)
Practice Problems on page 771

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!



2nd and 3rd Period

Monday, September 17
Finish Chapter 1 Vocabulary
Finish Order of Operation Notes

Homework: Lesson 1.4 Study Guide

Tuesday, September 18
Lesson 1.5

Homework: None

Wednesday, September 19
What Number am I?
Magic Squares

Homework: Finish Class work, if necessary

Thursday, September 20
Review Activities
Lesson 1.6

Homework: Practice Packet pg. 9

Friday, September 21
Problem Solving Handbook- Make a Model (page 761)
Practice Problems on page 771

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!

Math Syllabus: Week of Sept 10

Important Information
* Students who scored a 90% or above on the Chapter 1 Pre-Assessment will not follow this syllabus. They will work on a variety of enrichment activities at home and at school.
* All students will be assigned a math text book on Monday 9/10. A classroom set of textbooks has been ordered for us but until they arrive students will need to bring their math text to class each day.

1st Period Math

Monday, September 10
Assign Textbooks
Scavenger Hunt

Homework: Finish Scavenger Hunt

Tuesday, September 11
Warm Up 1.2
Lesson 1.2

Homework: Pgs 13-14 (#s 1-4, 8-9, 19-21, 26-28)

Wednesday, September 12
Warm Up and HW Quiz 1.3
Lesson 1.3

Homework: Practice Packet pages 5-6

Thursday, September 13
Begin Lesson 1.4

Homework: Pg 17 (# 32-37, 40-41)

Friday, September 14
Warm Up 1.4
Finish Lesson 1.4

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!




2nd and 3rd Period Math

Monday, September 10
Assign Textbooks
Scavenger Hunt

Homework: Finish Scavenger Hunt

Tuesday, September 11
Lesson 1.2

Homework: Practice Packet pages 3-4 (Odd Questions Only)

Wednesday, September 12
Warm Up and HW Quiz 1.3
Lesson 1.3

Homework: Practice Packet pages 5-6

Thursday, September 13
Lesson 1.4 Notes and Practice

Homework: Pgs 23-24 (# 10-17, 22-27)

Friday, September 14
Homework Quiz 1.5
Problem Solving Pages 24-25

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!

Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of Sept 10

Important Information:
· All students should have read Bud, Not Buddy, by Christopher Paul Curtis, over the summer. Students who did not read the book over the summer should be reading it now because we have planned activities for it later this month. The books may be available at the Oak Park Public Library.
· Students should have their final, typed draft of the Vital Statistics by Tues, Sept. 11.
· Curriculum Night is Tuesday, Sept. 18th. It begins at 6:45 P.M. Information will be sent home this week.
· The reading log is due on Thursday, Sept. 27. Students are required to read at least two books each month and turn in a completed log.

Monday, September 10
Go to Media Center: Orientation
Seedfolks Vocabulary
Participate in Seedfolks activity

Homework: Read Sam story and complete chart. Typed Final Draft of Vital Statistics is due tomorrow.

Tuesday, September 11
Review Sam’s Story
Seedfolks Vocabulary
Participate in Seedfolks activity # 2
Introduce diagramming sentences-worksheet p.6-7

Homework: Read Virgil story

Wednesday, September 12
Complete Virgil chart and read Sae Young story
Seedfolks Vocabulary
Discuss diagramming articles and verb phrases – worksheet p. 5

Homework: Complete Sae Young chart. Write a sentence using five of the Seedfolks Vocabulary words we learned this week.

Thursday: September 13
Read Curtis story and complete chart
Seedfolks Vocabulary
Discuss verb phases and complete pg 13 in Language Network book

Homework: Read Nora Story and complete chart

Friday, September 14
Seedfolks Vocabulary
Participate in Seedfolks activity # 3
Introduce Seedfolks writing project

Homework: Enjoy your weekend!

Math Syllabus: Week of September 3

Important Information:

• A weekly math syllabus will go home every Monday throughout the school year. You may also access the syllabus by going to the webpage listed above.
• All students should have a binder strictly for math. If they do not have their binder, they must see me. They need to bring this binder to class EVERYDAY.
• All students will be going to the computer lab this week to explore the online textbook. Look for more information about this later in the week.
• All students took a Chapter 1 Pre-Assessment last week. Students who scored a 90% or above on this will work on a variety of Enrichment Activities in school and at home starting next week.

Monday, September 3
Labor Day: No School

Homework: None

Tuesday, September 4
Pearson Benchmark Test

Homework: Show your parents your Math Syllabus!

Wednesday, September 5
Finish Pearson Benchmark Test
Finish Textbook Scavenger Hunt, if necessary

Homework: Taxi Fares Math Activity

Thursday: September 6
Computer Lab: Create Usernames and Passwords for the Online Textbook. Explore all the features available to us on the Online Textbook

Homework: Explore the online textbook with your parent/guardian. Have your parents review and sign the math letters.

Friday, September 7
Chapter 1 Vocabulary
Word Problems- Extended Response

Homework: Enjoy your weekend!

Rgd/LA Syllabus: Week of September 3

Important Information:

• A weekly syllabus in each core subject will go home with your child the first day of every school week throughout the school year.
• All students should have read Bud, Not Buddy, by Christopher Paul Curtis, over the summer. Students who did not read the book over the summer should be reading it now because we have planned activities for it later this month. The books may be available at the Oak Park Public Library.
• All students need a quart sized Ziploc bag by Thursday, September 6. Students may purchase bags from his/her teacher for 25 cents.
• Students began their Vital Statistics survey in class last Friday. A typed draft is due by Wed. 9/5. A final typed copy is due on Tues. 9/11. If you do not have a computer for your child to type the Vital Statistics survey please plan to use the public library.
• Don’t forget to send in two boxes of tissues and one roll of paper towels, if you haven’t done so already. Thank You.
• The Back to School Picnic is on Friday, Sept. 7 and Curriculum Night is on Thursday, September 18.

Monday, September 3
Labor Day: No School

Tuesday, September 4
Read Ana’s Story and complete chart for Ana
Spelling Lesson 1: Pg. 8 and Pg. 9 Part A

Homework: Get your syllabus signed. Typed draft of Vital Statistics survey is due tomorrow.

Wednesday, September 5
Read Wendell story and complete chart
Spelling Lesson 1: Pgs. 9-10 Part B
Team 6-3 meeting-discuss team procedures & policies

Homework: You need to have your Ziploc bag in class tomorrow. Finish spelling assignment, if necessary.

Thursday: September 6
Read Gonzalo and Leona story and complete chart
Assign Seedfolks books (only if you have your Ziploc bag)
Spelling Lesson 1: Pg. 10 Part C

Homework: Finish Chart for Gonzalo and Leona, if necessary. Study for Spelling Test

Friday, September 7 (SPIRIT DAY!)
Assembly – L/Arts class will be held in a.m.
Read Sam story and complete chart, time permitting
Spelling Lesson 1: Take spelling posttest

Homework: Enjoy your weekend!


Parents and Guardians:
Please sign below indicating that you have seen your child’s syllabi for all core subjects (reading, math, science, social studies, and language arts).


Parent signature __________________________________________Date_____________

Questions, Questions, Questions...

Team 6-3 Students... Here is your chance to post any questions, thoughts, ideas you have so far! Please post anything you wish here and I will respond. I would also like you to read comments your classmates leave and post helpful responses! Let's continue to build our community! I am so glad to see many students have visited the website and are taking the polls and trying the posting feature! Keep it up!

Don't forget about Spirit Day on Friday September 7th, wear your Julian Apparel or Red &White! Let's show the school that Team 6-3 has the most spirit! Go JAYHAWKS!!!

Welcome to Julian!

I am so thrilled to be starting a new school year with a great group of new Julian Jayhawks! Coming to the middle school is a very exciting (and possibly a little scary) adventure for you, and I want to help make your move to Julian a very positive experience! I will be posting electronic copies of my weekly syllabi here, as well as other information that may be relevant to the families of the students on my team. The best way to reach me is through email; you may also leave a message on my voice mail. I can’t wait to meet everyone on Tuesday! We are going to have a fabulous year!

Contact Information
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Voicemail: 708-524-5830, box 5716

Important Dates
1st Day of School: Tuesday, August 28 (1/2 Day)
PTO Picnic: Friday September 7
Curriculum Night: Tuesday September 18

Vital Statistics Template

Vital Statistics

Birthday:

Birthplace:
.

Favorite Performer:

.

The last good movie I saw:

.

The book I’ve been recommending:

.

Personal hero:

.

Every New Year I resolve to:

.

I’d give anything to meet:

.

The best time of my life was:

.

If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s:

.

I hope I never have to:

.

Favorite pig out food:

.

My favorite childhood memory:

.

My friends like me because I’m:
.

My pet peeve:

.

The best advice my parents gave me was:
.

I want to teach my children to:
.

Three words that describe me:

.