Important Information:
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, November 4. Please be sure to log all of your books and get a parent signature for each book you read. Don’t forget to log Where the Red Fern Grows (you do not need to get a parent signature or answer a question for in class books).
o Students will have a grammar test on Wednesday, November 5. The test will cover subjects, predicates, run-on sentences, fragments, and capitalization.
o We are beginning a new unit on the Greek Myths this week! We will offer a differentiation option for students next week.
Monday, November 3
Spelling Lesson 5: Pre-Test
What Do You Know About the Greek Myths?
Introduce Greek Myth Unit
Greek Myth Capitalization Practice
Continue Where the Red Fern Grows movie
Homework: Finish your Reading Log- it is due tomorrow! Remember you must have parent signatures. Study for your grammar test.
Tuesday, November 4
Collect Reading Log #2
Introduce Greek Myth Element Chart
Read Olden Times and Gaea
Complete Element Chart for Gaea
Finish Where the Red Fern Grows movie
Review for Grammar Test
Homework: Study for the grammar test tomorrow!
Wednesday, November 5
Grammar Test
Vocabulary Notes: Titans, Cronus, and Zeus & His Family
Read and Chart Titans and Cronus
Spelling Page 25 Part B
Homework: Spelling Master 5A
Thursday, November 6
Vocabulary Notes: Hera and Hephaestus
Read and Chart Zeus & His Family
Spelling Rows Review Game
Homework: Study for your Spelling Test Lesson 5
Friday, November 7 (First Friday: Julian SPIRIT DAY!)
Spelling Lesson 5 Test
Read and Chart Hera and Hephaestus
Vocabulary Notes: Aphrodite and Ares
Read Pleasure Books- start working on next months reading log
Homework: Have a SUPER weekend!!! The Fall Dance is after school today in the commons from 4-6.
Friday, October 31, 2008
Math Syllabus: Week of November 3
1st Period Pre-Algebra Syllabus
Week of November 3, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• We will be following a block schedule for the next few weeks in order to allow more time for mousetrap car construction.
Monday, November 3
Mathnet Mystery
Homework: Name the Numbers
Tuesday, November 4
Chapter 4 Pre-Assessment
Homework: Misleading Graphs
Wednesday, November 5
No Math Today
Homework: Finish Misleading Graphs
Thursday, November 6
Greek Myth Math
Lesson 4.1
The Factor Game
Homework: Lesson 4.1 Practice B
Differentiation Option: Lesson 4.1 Challenge Practice
Friday, November 7 (First Friday: Julian Spirit Day!)
Vocabulary Notes
Lesson 4.2
The Product Game
Homework: Have a VERY nice weekend! The fall dance is after school today in the commons from 4:00 to 6:00! Be there or be square!
2nd Period Math Syllabus
Week of November 3, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• We will be following a block schedule for the next few weeks in order to allow more time for mousetrap car construction.
Monday, November 3
Assign Workbooks!
Lesson 3.1
Investigation: Lesson 3.2
Homework: Workbook Pages 31-32
Tuesday, November 4
No Math Today
Homework: Finish Workbook Pages 31-32
Wednesday, November 5
Lesson 3.2
Lesson 3.3
Homework: Workbook Pages 33 and 35
Thursday, November 6
Lesson 3.4
Workbook Page 37
Homework: None
Friday, November 7 (First Friday: Julian Spirit Day)
No Math Today
Homework: Have a GREAT weekend! The fall dance is after school today in the commons from 4:00 to 6:00! Be there or be square!
3rd Period Math Syllabus
Week of November 3, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• We will be following a block schedule for the next few weeks in order to allow more time for mousetrap car construction.
Monday, November 3
No Math Today
Homework: None
Tuesday, November 4
Assign Workbooks!
Lesson 3.1
Investigation: Lesson 3.2
Homework: Workbook Pages 31-32
Wednesday, November 5
Lesson 3.2
Lesson 3.3
Homework: Workbook Pages 33 and 35
Thursday, November 6
No Math Today
Homework: Finish Workbook Pages 33 and 35
Friday, November 7 (First Friday: Julian Spirit Day)
Lesson 3.4
Workbook Page 37
Homework: Have a GREAT weekend! The fall dance is after school today in the commons from 4:00 to 6:00! Be there or be square!
Week of November 3, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• We will be following a block schedule for the next few weeks in order to allow more time for mousetrap car construction.
Monday, November 3
Mathnet Mystery
Homework: Name the Numbers
Tuesday, November 4
Chapter 4 Pre-Assessment
Homework: Misleading Graphs
Wednesday, November 5
No Math Today
Homework: Finish Misleading Graphs
Thursday, November 6
Greek Myth Math
Lesson 4.1
The Factor Game
Homework: Lesson 4.1 Practice B
Differentiation Option: Lesson 4.1 Challenge Practice
Friday, November 7 (First Friday: Julian Spirit Day!)
Vocabulary Notes
Lesson 4.2
The Product Game
Homework: Have a VERY nice weekend! The fall dance is after school today in the commons from 4:00 to 6:00! Be there or be square!
2nd Period Math Syllabus
Week of November 3, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• We will be following a block schedule for the next few weeks in order to allow more time for mousetrap car construction.
Monday, November 3
Assign Workbooks!
Lesson 3.1
Investigation: Lesson 3.2
Homework: Workbook Pages 31-32
Tuesday, November 4
No Math Today
Homework: Finish Workbook Pages 31-32
Wednesday, November 5
Lesson 3.2
Lesson 3.3
Homework: Workbook Pages 33 and 35
Thursday, November 6
Lesson 3.4
Workbook Page 37
Homework: None
Friday, November 7 (First Friday: Julian Spirit Day)
No Math Today
Homework: Have a GREAT weekend! The fall dance is after school today in the commons from 4:00 to 6:00! Be there or be square!
3rd Period Math Syllabus
Week of November 3, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• We will be following a block schedule for the next few weeks in order to allow more time for mousetrap car construction.
Monday, November 3
No Math Today
Homework: None
Tuesday, November 4
Assign Workbooks!
Lesson 3.1
Investigation: Lesson 3.2
Homework: Workbook Pages 31-32
Wednesday, November 5
Lesson 3.2
Lesson 3.3
Homework: Workbook Pages 33 and 35
Thursday, November 6
No Math Today
Homework: Finish Workbook Pages 33 and 35
Friday, November 7 (First Friday: Julian Spirit Day)
Lesson 3.4
Workbook Page 37
Homework: Have a GREAT weekend! The fall dance is after school today in the commons from 4:00 to 6:00! Be there or be square!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of Oct 27
Important Information:
o All students began a Red Fern project last week. The project will be due on Friday, October 31.
o Students will take a Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test on Tuesday, October 28 and a Comprehension Test on the entire novel on Thursday, October 30.
o Red Fern Differentiation: Students received a Tic-Tac-Toe Board containing differentiated activities. Each student selected 3 projects to complete. The final projects are due on Friday, October 31.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, November 4.
o Students will have a grammar test on Wednesday, November 5. The test will cover subjects, predicates, run-on sentences, fragments, and capitalization.
o Remember it is Red Ribbon SPIRIT WEEK! Say no to DRUGS!
Monday, October 27 (Kick off RRW: Red Day)
Red Fern Project Work Time: Media Center 8th Period
Language Network Book: Organization and Other Subjects pgs 196-197
Complete Cloze Vocabulary Review (in back of packet)
Homework: Work on Red Fern Projects. Study for Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test tomorrow.
Tuesday, October 28 (Winners Don’t Do Drugs: Sports Team Day)
Review Cloze Vocabulary Review
Red Fern Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test
Chapter 19-20 Comprehension Questions
Capitalization Mixed Review
Homework: Read your pleasure book and work on your reading log- it is due in one week! Continue working on Final Red Fern Project.
Wednesday, October 29 (Drugs are Wack: Wacky EVERYTHING Day)
Grammar in Math
Review Red Fern Comprehension
Begin Reading “Should Kids Hunt?”
Homework: Study for Red Fern Comprehension Test (Chapters 1-20). Bring in Field Trip Permission Slip and Money- due tomorrow!
Thursday, October 30 (Friends Don’t Let Friends Do Drugs: Twin Day)
Where the Red Fern Grows Comprehension Test
Mark Socratic Seminar Article “Should Kids Hunt?”
Media Center 9th Period: Check Out and Return Books
Homework: Finish your Red Fern Project- due tomorrow.
Friday, October 31 (Say BOO to Drugs: Costume Day)
Language Network Book: Mixed Review page 30 part A and Practice Mastery Test page 31
Socratic Seminar: Should Kids Hunt?
Begin Movie: Where the Red Fern Grows
Homework: Have a VERY HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!
o All students began a Red Fern project last week. The project will be due on Friday, October 31.
o Students will take a Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test on Tuesday, October 28 and a Comprehension Test on the entire novel on Thursday, October 30.
o Red Fern Differentiation: Students received a Tic-Tac-Toe Board containing differentiated activities. Each student selected 3 projects to complete. The final projects are due on Friday, October 31.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, November 4.
o Students will have a grammar test on Wednesday, November 5. The test will cover subjects, predicates, run-on sentences, fragments, and capitalization.
o Remember it is Red Ribbon SPIRIT WEEK! Say no to DRUGS!
Monday, October 27 (Kick off RRW: Red Day)
Red Fern Project Work Time: Media Center 8th Period
Language Network Book: Organization and Other Subjects pgs 196-197
Complete Cloze Vocabulary Review (in back of packet)
Homework: Work on Red Fern Projects. Study for Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test tomorrow.
Tuesday, October 28 (Winners Don’t Do Drugs: Sports Team Day)
Review Cloze Vocabulary Review
Red Fern Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test
Chapter 19-20 Comprehension Questions
Capitalization Mixed Review
Homework: Read your pleasure book and work on your reading log- it is due in one week! Continue working on Final Red Fern Project.
Wednesday, October 29 (Drugs are Wack: Wacky EVERYTHING Day)
Grammar in Math
Review Red Fern Comprehension
Begin Reading “Should Kids Hunt?”
Homework: Study for Red Fern Comprehension Test (Chapters 1-20). Bring in Field Trip Permission Slip and Money- due tomorrow!
Thursday, October 30 (Friends Don’t Let Friends Do Drugs: Twin Day)
Where the Red Fern Grows Comprehension Test
Mark Socratic Seminar Article “Should Kids Hunt?”
Media Center 9th Period: Check Out and Return Books
Homework: Finish your Red Fern Project- due tomorrow.
Friday, October 31 (Say BOO to Drugs: Costume Day)
Language Network Book: Mixed Review page 30 part A and Practice Mastery Test page 31
Socratic Seminar: Should Kids Hunt?
Begin Movie: Where the Red Fern Grows
Homework: Have a VERY HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!
Math Syllabus: Week of October 27
1st Period: Pre-Algebra
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 3 Test on Friday, October 31. I will have a lunch-time review session Thursday, October 30.
Monday, October 27 (Kick off RRW: Red Day)
Lesson 3.4
Homework: Lesson 3.4 Practice B (# 1-5)
Tuesday, October 28 (Winners Don’t Do Drugs: Sports Team Day)
Lesson 3.5
Homework: Lesson 3.5 Practice B
Wednesday, October 29 (Drugs are Wack: Wacky EVERYTHING Day)
Lesson 3.6
Homework: Lesson 3.6 Challenge Practice- # 1 only. Chapter 3 Cumulative Practice #s 27-38.
Thursday, October 30 (Friends Don’t Let Friends Do Drugs: Twin Day)
Lesson 3.6 Challenge Practice
**Lunch Time Review Session TODAY**
Homework: STUDY for Chapter 3 Test—remember the best way to study math is by doing problems!
Friday, October 31 (Say BOO to Drugs: Costume Day)
Chapter 3 Test
Homework: Have a VERY HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!
2nd/3rd Period Math
Important Information:
o The final draft is due on Monday, October 27. Remember the final scale drawing must be done in color, neatly and accurately. Be sure to check the rubric and make sure you include all necessary components.
o Students will finish their in-class data collection project this week. This project will allow the students to collect and analyze data using the concepts learned in chapter two.
o Students will take a Chapter 2 Test on Wednesday, October 29. I will have a lunch-time review session on Tuesday, October 28.
Monday, October 27 (Kick off RRW: Red Day)
Final Scale Drawing due today
Finish In Class Data Collection Project
Homework: Study for Science Quiz and Red Fern Vocabulary Quiz!
Tuesday, October 28 (Winners Don’t Do Drugs: Sports Team Day)
Review Chapter 2
**Lunch Time Review TODAY**
Homework: Study for Chapter 2 Test- remember the best way to study for a math test is to do practice problems!
Wednesday, October 29 (Drugs are Wack: Wacky EVERYTHING Day)
Chapter 2 Math Test
Homework: Study for Where the Red Fern Grows Comprehension Test.
Thursday: October 30 (Friends Don’t Let Friends Do Drugs: Twin Day)
Divisibility Rules
Homework: Study the Divisibility Rules- we will take a timed quick quiz on them tomorrow.
Friday, October 31 (Say BOO to Drugs: Costume Day)
Quick Quiz: Divisibility Rules
Halloween Word Problems
Homework: Have a very HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 3 Test on Friday, October 31. I will have a lunch-time review session Thursday, October 30.
Monday, October 27 (Kick off RRW: Red Day)
Lesson 3.4
Homework: Lesson 3.4 Practice B (# 1-5)
Tuesday, October 28 (Winners Don’t Do Drugs: Sports Team Day)
Lesson 3.5
Homework: Lesson 3.5 Practice B
Wednesday, October 29 (Drugs are Wack: Wacky EVERYTHING Day)
Lesson 3.6
Homework: Lesson 3.6 Challenge Practice- # 1 only. Chapter 3 Cumulative Practice #s 27-38.
Thursday, October 30 (Friends Don’t Let Friends Do Drugs: Twin Day)
Lesson 3.6 Challenge Practice
**Lunch Time Review Session TODAY**
Homework: STUDY for Chapter 3 Test—remember the best way to study math is by doing problems!
Friday, October 31 (Say BOO to Drugs: Costume Day)
Chapter 3 Test
Homework: Have a VERY HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!
2nd/3rd Period Math
Important Information:
o The final draft is due on Monday, October 27. Remember the final scale drawing must be done in color, neatly and accurately. Be sure to check the rubric and make sure you include all necessary components.
o Students will finish their in-class data collection project this week. This project will allow the students to collect and analyze data using the concepts learned in chapter two.
o Students will take a Chapter 2 Test on Wednesday, October 29. I will have a lunch-time review session on Tuesday, October 28.
Monday, October 27 (Kick off RRW: Red Day)
Final Scale Drawing due today
Finish In Class Data Collection Project
Homework: Study for Science Quiz and Red Fern Vocabulary Quiz!
Tuesday, October 28 (Winners Don’t Do Drugs: Sports Team Day)
Review Chapter 2
**Lunch Time Review TODAY**
Homework: Study for Chapter 2 Test- remember the best way to study for a math test is to do practice problems!
Wednesday, October 29 (Drugs are Wack: Wacky EVERYTHING Day)
Chapter 2 Math Test
Homework: Study for Where the Red Fern Grows Comprehension Test.
Thursday: October 30 (Friends Don’t Let Friends Do Drugs: Twin Day)
Divisibility Rules
Homework: Study the Divisibility Rules- we will take a timed quick quiz on them tomorrow.
Friday, October 31 (Say BOO to Drugs: Costume Day)
Quick Quiz: Divisibility Rules
Halloween Word Problems
Homework: Have a very HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Monday, October 20, 2008
Reading/LA Syllabus: Week of October 20
Important Information:
o Don’t forget that conferences will be this Thursday, October 23rd. Check my blog if you have forgotten your conference time. Students will be dismissed at noon on Thursday and Friday. Students must attend conferences with their parents. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to conference to view the portfolio.
o All students will begin a Red Fern project this week. The project will be due on Friday, October 31.
o Students will take a Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test on Tuesday, October 28 and a Comprehension Test on the entire novel on Thursday, October 30.
o Red Fern Differentiation: Students will get the results of their Where the Red Fern Grows differentiated test today and the Tic-Tac-Toe Board containing differentiated activities- the final projects are due on Friday, October 31. They should still complete the odd comprehension questions and all of the vocabulary activities in the blue Where the Red Fern Grows packet. It is due Wednesday, October 22nd.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, November 4.
o Remember, Red Ribbon Spirit Week begins on Monday, October 27th. Wear Red next Monday.
Monday, October 20
Spelling Pretest: Lesson 4
Spelling page 21 part B.
Review Chapter 14/15 Comprehension Questions
Ch. 16-18 Pre-reading and Introduce Vocabulary
Read Ch. 16
Homework: Complete Ch. 16-18 Vocabulary
Tuesday, October 21
Read Ch. 17 and 18
Complete Ch. 16-18 comprehension questions #1-9.
Homework: Complete Spelling Master 4B and Reach Out for New Words handouts
Wednesday, October 22
6th Grade Assembly
Spelling: Review homework
Read Ch. 19
Introduce Red Fern project
Homework: Complete Chapter 19-20 Vocabulary Study for spelling test on Friday. Decide what Red Fern project you will complete and begin working on it- project is due on Friday, October 31.
Thursday, October 23 (½ Day: Portfolio Conferences)
No Rdg/LA
Homework: Study for Lesson 4 Spelling Test. Wear you PJ’s tomorrow and bring in a few good books to read during the read-a-thon. You may also bring in a healthy snack and one comfort item (blanket, pillow, or stuffed animal)
Friday, October 24 (½ Day: READ-A-THON)
Spelling Test: Lesson 4
Read Chapter 20
READ-A-THON
Homework: Enjoy your weekend! Remember spirit week begins on Monday-- Wear Red!
o Don’t forget that conferences will be this Thursday, October 23rd. Check my blog if you have forgotten your conference time. Students will be dismissed at noon on Thursday and Friday. Students must attend conferences with their parents. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to conference to view the portfolio.
o All students will begin a Red Fern project this week. The project will be due on Friday, October 31.
o Students will take a Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test on Tuesday, October 28 and a Comprehension Test on the entire novel on Thursday, October 30.
o Red Fern Differentiation: Students will get the results of their Where the Red Fern Grows differentiated test today and the Tic-Tac-Toe Board containing differentiated activities- the final projects are due on Friday, October 31. They should still complete the odd comprehension questions and all of the vocabulary activities in the blue Where the Red Fern Grows packet. It is due Wednesday, October 22nd.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, November 4.
o Remember, Red Ribbon Spirit Week begins on Monday, October 27th. Wear Red next Monday.
Monday, October 20
Spelling Pretest: Lesson 4
Spelling page 21 part B.
Review Chapter 14/15 Comprehension Questions
Ch. 16-18 Pre-reading and Introduce Vocabulary
Read Ch. 16
Homework: Complete Ch. 16-18 Vocabulary
Tuesday, October 21
Read Ch. 17 and 18
Complete Ch. 16-18 comprehension questions #1-9.
Homework: Complete Spelling Master 4B and Reach Out for New Words handouts
Wednesday, October 22
6th Grade Assembly
Spelling: Review homework
Read Ch. 19
Introduce Red Fern project
Homework: Complete Chapter 19-20 Vocabulary Study for spelling test on Friday. Decide what Red Fern project you will complete and begin working on it- project is due on Friday, October 31.
Thursday, October 23 (½ Day: Portfolio Conferences)
No Rdg/LA
Homework: Study for Lesson 4 Spelling Test. Wear you PJ’s tomorrow and bring in a few good books to read during the read-a-thon. You may also bring in a healthy snack and one comfort item (blanket, pillow, or stuffed animal)
Friday, October 24 (½ Day: READ-A-THON)
Spelling Test: Lesson 4
Read Chapter 20
READ-A-THON
Homework: Enjoy your weekend! Remember spirit week begins on Monday-- Wear Red!
Friday, October 17, 2008
Math Syllabus: Week of October 20
1st Period Pre-Algebra Syllabus
Week of October 20, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 3 Test on Friday, October 31. I will have a lunch-time review session Thursday, October 30.
Monday, October 20
Gathering Data: Activity Master 3.2
Lesson 3.2
Homework: Lesson 3.2 Practice C
Tuesday, October 21
Lesson 3.3
Homework: Lesson 3.3 Challenge Practice
Wednesday, October 22
Media Center Computers: Making Graphs using Excel
Homework: Lesson 3.1-3.3 Problem Solving Workshop (# 1, 3, 5, and 6)
Thursday: October 23 (1/2 Day: Portfolio Conferences)
Investigation: Organizing Data Using the Median (pg 132)
Vocabulary Notes
Homework: BRAIN GAME: What’s My Age? Book Page 114 (at the bottom)
Friday, October 24 (1/2 Day: PAJAMA DAY and READ-A-THON)
No Math
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend! Wear RED on Monday for Red Ribbon Week!
2nd & 3rd Period Math Syllabus
Week of October 20, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o The final draft is due on Monday, October 27. Remember the final scale drawing must be done in color, neatly and accurately. Be sure to check the rubric and make sure you include all necessary components.
o Students will begin an in-class data collection project this week. This project will allow the students to collect and analyze data using the concepts learned in chapter two.
o Students will take a Chapter 2 Test on Wednesday, October 29. I will have a lunch-time review session on Tuesday, October 28.
Monday, October 20
Scale Drawing Work Day- by the end of today you should have your bedroom scale set.
Homework: Work on converting all measurements into your new scale. Practice Packet Pages 26-27.
Tuesday, October 21
Review Lesson 2.7
Begin Lesson 2.8
Homework: Practice Packet Page 29 (#1-6 and 9-10). Continue working on scale drawing.
Wednesday, October 22
Finish Lesson 2.8
Homework: Practice Packet Page 30 (#13-16). Continue working on scale drawing.
Thursday: October 23 (½ Day: Portfolio Conferences)
Begin In-Class Data Collection Project
Homework: Continue working on scale drawing.
Friday, October 24 (½ Day: PAJAMA DAY and READ-A-THON)
No Math
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend! Wear Red on Monday for RED RIBBON WEEK!
**FINISH SCALE DRAWING PROJECT- it is due on MONDAY
Week of October 20, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 3 Test on Friday, October 31. I will have a lunch-time review session Thursday, October 30.
Monday, October 20
Gathering Data: Activity Master 3.2
Lesson 3.2
Homework: Lesson 3.2 Practice C
Tuesday, October 21
Lesson 3.3
Homework: Lesson 3.3 Challenge Practice
Wednesday, October 22
Media Center Computers: Making Graphs using Excel
Homework: Lesson 3.1-3.3 Problem Solving Workshop (# 1, 3, 5, and 6)
Thursday: October 23 (1/2 Day: Portfolio Conferences)
Investigation: Organizing Data Using the Median (pg 132)
Vocabulary Notes
Homework: BRAIN GAME: What’s My Age? Book Page 114 (at the bottom)
Friday, October 24 (1/2 Day: PAJAMA DAY and READ-A-THON)
No Math
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend! Wear RED on Monday for Red Ribbon Week!
2nd & 3rd Period Math Syllabus
Week of October 20, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o The final draft is due on Monday, October 27. Remember the final scale drawing must be done in color, neatly and accurately. Be sure to check the rubric and make sure you include all necessary components.
o Students will begin an in-class data collection project this week. This project will allow the students to collect and analyze data using the concepts learned in chapter two.
o Students will take a Chapter 2 Test on Wednesday, October 29. I will have a lunch-time review session on Tuesday, October 28.
Monday, October 20
Scale Drawing Work Day- by the end of today you should have your bedroom scale set.
Homework: Work on converting all measurements into your new scale. Practice Packet Pages 26-27.
Tuesday, October 21
Review Lesson 2.7
Begin Lesson 2.8
Homework: Practice Packet Page 29 (#1-6 and 9-10). Continue working on scale drawing.
Wednesday, October 22
Finish Lesson 2.8
Homework: Practice Packet Page 30 (#13-16). Continue working on scale drawing.
Thursday: October 23 (½ Day: Portfolio Conferences)
Begin In-Class Data Collection Project
Homework: Continue working on scale drawing.
Friday, October 24 (½ Day: PAJAMA DAY and READ-A-THON)
No Math
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend! Wear Red on Monday for RED RIBBON WEEK!
**FINISH SCALE DRAWING PROJECT- it is due on MONDAY
Friday, October 10, 2008
Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of Oct 13
Important Information:
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, November 4.
o Students participating in the Where the Red Fern Grows differentiated group must take a comprehension test over the entire novel to show mastery on Thursday October 16th. If they receive a score above 90%, they will be assigned a variety of differentiated projects and activities to complete. Students must complete the odd comprehension questions and all of the vocabulary activities in the blue Where the Red Fern Grows packet by Wed October 22nd (I would suggest doing the odd comp questions before the test to study).
o Students will take a Where the Read Fern Grows Vocabulary Test on Chapters 1-11 Wednesday, October 15th. Students were given a list of vocabulary words to study.
Monday, October 13
No School: Columbus Day
Homework: Study for Red Fern vocabulary test.
Tuesday, October 14
Capitalization: People and Cultures, Language Network pages 186-188
Complete Practice and Apply Language Network page 188
Read and Discuss Ch. 11
Figurative Speech With Local Flavor Sheet
Active Reading Characterize Billy Coleman
Homework: Complete Active Reading, if necessary. Ch. 10/11 comprehension questions 5-9.
Wednesday, October 15
Red Fern Vocabulary Test Chapters 1-11
Capitalization: First Word and Titles, Language Network pages 189-191
Complete Practice and Apply Language Network page 191
Ch. 12/13 Pre-Reading
Read and Discuss Ch. 12
Homework: Read Ch. 13 and complete Ch 12/13 Vocabulary Crossword
Thursday, October 16
Review Capitalization of Places and Transportation Reading Network pages 193-195
Complete practice and apply Places and Transportation
Red Fern Comprehension Questions Ch 12/13
Chapter 14 and 15 Pre-Reading and Vocabulary
Read and Discuss Chapter 14
Homework: Ch 14/15 Comprehension Questions #1-5
Friday, October 17
Compare and Contrast Old Dan and Little Ann: Venn Diagram
Read and Discuss Chapter 15
9th Period: Media Center to return and check out books
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, November 4.
o Students participating in the Where the Red Fern Grows differentiated group must take a comprehension test over the entire novel to show mastery on Thursday October 16th. If they receive a score above 90%, they will be assigned a variety of differentiated projects and activities to complete. Students must complete the odd comprehension questions and all of the vocabulary activities in the blue Where the Red Fern Grows packet by Wed October 22nd (I would suggest doing the odd comp questions before the test to study).
o Students will take a Where the Read Fern Grows Vocabulary Test on Chapters 1-11 Wednesday, October 15th. Students were given a list of vocabulary words to study.
Monday, October 13
No School: Columbus Day
Homework: Study for Red Fern vocabulary test.
Tuesday, October 14
Capitalization: People and Cultures, Language Network pages 186-188
Complete Practice and Apply Language Network page 188
Read and Discuss Ch. 11
Figurative Speech With Local Flavor Sheet
Active Reading Characterize Billy Coleman
Homework: Complete Active Reading, if necessary. Ch. 10/11 comprehension questions 5-9.
Wednesday, October 15
Red Fern Vocabulary Test Chapters 1-11
Capitalization: First Word and Titles, Language Network pages 189-191
Complete Practice and Apply Language Network page 191
Ch. 12/13 Pre-Reading
Read and Discuss Ch. 12
Homework: Read Ch. 13 and complete Ch 12/13 Vocabulary Crossword
Thursday, October 16
Review Capitalization of Places and Transportation Reading Network pages 193-195
Complete practice and apply Places and Transportation
Red Fern Comprehension Questions Ch 12/13
Chapter 14 and 15 Pre-Reading and Vocabulary
Read and Discuss Chapter 14
Homework: Ch 14/15 Comprehension Questions #1-5
Friday, October 17
Compare and Contrast Old Dan and Little Ann: Venn Diagram
Read and Discuss Chapter 15
9th Period: Media Center to return and check out books
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!
Math Syllabus: Week of October 13
1st Period Pre-Algebra Syllabus
Week of October 13, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• Students received their graded Chapter 2 Tests on Friday. Each student was also given a test correction form in which they can receive half credit for each incorrect problem. The test corrections are due on Wednesday, October 15. Students who need help with the test corrections should see me at lunch on Tuesday.
Monday, October 13
No School: Columbus Day
Homework: None
Tuesday, October 14
Divisibility Rules
Homework: Finish test corrections. Review the divisibility rules- we will have a timed quick quiz using the rules tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 15
Divisibility Rules Quick Quiz
Begin Lesson 3.1
Homework: Form the Numbers
Thursday: October 16
Stuffing Day! Portfolio Preparation
Lesson 3.1 Workbook pages 29-30
Differentiated Option: Lesson 3.1 Challenge Practice
Homework: Finish class work, if necessary.
Friday, October 17
Lesson 3.2
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!
2nd & 3rd Period Math Syllabus
Week of October 13, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Last week we began a project in which the students will make a scale drawing of their bedroom. The measurements must be done by Wednesday, October 15. The rough draft of the bedroom scale drawing is due on Friday, October 17 (this does not need to be to scale, but it must include the measurements and labels of object). The final draft is due on Monday, October 27. Remember the final scale drawing must be done in color, neatly and accurately.
Monday, October 13
No School: Columbus Day
Homework: Work on Measurements
Tuesday, October 14
Turn in Signed Quiz for Two Bonus Points
Review Converting Inches to Centimeters
Investigation: Types of Data
Homework: Be sure to finish taking measurements—due tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 15
Scale Project Measurements Due
Lesson 2.5
Homework: Scale Drawing Handout (½ Sheet)
Thursday: October 16
Stuffing Day! Portfolio Preparation
Lesson 2.6
Homework: Practice Packet page 23 (#1 and 3), page 24 (#5 to 8), and page 25 (#1 to 7). Finish Scale Drawing Rough Draft- due tomorrow.
Friday, October 17
Scale Drawing Rough Draft Due
Lesson 2.7
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend! Work on scale drawing. On Monday we will have an in class scale drawing workday. Be sure to bring the necessary materials to work in class on Monday.
Week of October 13, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
• Students received their graded Chapter 2 Tests on Friday. Each student was also given a test correction form in which they can receive half credit for each incorrect problem. The test corrections are due on Wednesday, October 15. Students who need help with the test corrections should see me at lunch on Tuesday.
Monday, October 13
No School: Columbus Day
Homework: None
Tuesday, October 14
Divisibility Rules
Homework: Finish test corrections. Review the divisibility rules- we will have a timed quick quiz using the rules tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 15
Divisibility Rules Quick Quiz
Begin Lesson 3.1
Homework: Form the Numbers
Thursday: October 16
Stuffing Day! Portfolio Preparation
Lesson 3.1 Workbook pages 29-30
Differentiated Option: Lesson 3.1 Challenge Practice
Homework: Finish class work, if necessary.
Friday, October 17
Lesson 3.2
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!
2nd & 3rd Period Math Syllabus
Week of October 13, 2008
Email: lkoplin@op97.org
Website: http://op97-koplin.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Last week we began a project in which the students will make a scale drawing of their bedroom. The measurements must be done by Wednesday, October 15. The rough draft of the bedroom scale drawing is due on Friday, October 17 (this does not need to be to scale, but it must include the measurements and labels of object). The final draft is due on Monday, October 27. Remember the final scale drawing must be done in color, neatly and accurately.
Monday, October 13
No School: Columbus Day
Homework: Work on Measurements
Tuesday, October 14
Turn in Signed Quiz for Two Bonus Points
Review Converting Inches to Centimeters
Investigation: Types of Data
Homework: Be sure to finish taking measurements—due tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 15
Scale Project Measurements Due
Lesson 2.5
Homework: Scale Drawing Handout (½ Sheet)
Thursday: October 16
Stuffing Day! Portfolio Preparation
Lesson 2.6
Homework: Practice Packet page 23 (#1 and 3), page 24 (#5 to 8), and page 25 (#1 to 7). Finish Scale Drawing Rough Draft- due tomorrow.
Friday, October 17
Scale Drawing Rough Draft Due
Lesson 2.7
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend! Work on scale drawing. On Monday we will have an in class scale drawing workday. Be sure to bring the necessary materials to work in class on Monday.
Friday, October 3, 2008
Reading/LA Syllabus: Week of October 6
Important Information:
• Great job on your first reading log! Your second one is due on Tuesday, November 4.
• Students who have turned in their Seedfolks novel will be assigned a Red Fern novel on Monday, 10/6. It is very important that students do not read ahead during this novel study. At the end of the week we will introduce a differentiated read ahead activity for eligible students who are interested.
• Students will have a quick comprehension quiz over chapters 1-7 on Wednesday, October 8. They will take a Chapter 1-11 Vocabulary Test on Tuesday, October 14.
• Don’t forget that conferences are on Thursday, October 23. Students were given a copy of the conference schedule last week- be sure to check your conference time and call/email me if there is a conflict with your time.
Monday, October 6
Spelling Pre-Test: Lesson 3
Read and Discuss Chapter 5
Review Chapter 4-5 Vocabulary
Chapter 4-5 Comprehension Questions #5-8
Introduce Chapter 6-7 Vocabulary Words
Homework: Read Chapter 6. Wear GREEN tomorrow!
Tuesday, October 7 (6th Grade SPIRIT—Wear GREEN)
Read and Discuss Chapter 7
Chapter 6-7 Comprehension Questions
Complete Chapter 6-7 Vocabulary
Spelling Page 17 Part A
Homework: Study for Chapter 1-7 Red Fern Quiz
Wednesday, October 8
Quick Quiz: Red Fern Comprehension Chapters 1-7
Complete Chapter 8-9 Vocabulary
Read Chapter 8
Chapter 8-9 Comprehension Questions #1-5
Spelling Page 17 Part B
Homework: Finish Class work, if necessary.
Thursday: October 9
Introduce Chapter 9-10 Vocabulary Words
Read and Discuss Chapter 9
Spelling Master 3A
Homework: Study for Spelling Test Lesson 3
Friday, October 10
Spelling Test: Lesson 3
Introduce Differentiated Read Ahead Assignment
Read and Discuss Chapter 10
Chapter 9-10 Comprehension Questions and Vocabulary
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND! GET MID-TERM PROGRESS REPORT SIGNED!!!
• Great job on your first reading log! Your second one is due on Tuesday, November 4.
• Students who have turned in their Seedfolks novel will be assigned a Red Fern novel on Monday, 10/6. It is very important that students do not read ahead during this novel study. At the end of the week we will introduce a differentiated read ahead activity for eligible students who are interested.
• Students will have a quick comprehension quiz over chapters 1-7 on Wednesday, October 8. They will take a Chapter 1-11 Vocabulary Test on Tuesday, October 14.
• Don’t forget that conferences are on Thursday, October 23. Students were given a copy of the conference schedule last week- be sure to check your conference time and call/email me if there is a conflict with your time.
Monday, October 6
Spelling Pre-Test: Lesson 3
Read and Discuss Chapter 5
Review Chapter 4-5 Vocabulary
Chapter 4-5 Comprehension Questions #5-8
Introduce Chapter 6-7 Vocabulary Words
Homework: Read Chapter 6. Wear GREEN tomorrow!
Tuesday, October 7 (6th Grade SPIRIT—Wear GREEN)
Read and Discuss Chapter 7
Chapter 6-7 Comprehension Questions
Complete Chapter 6-7 Vocabulary
Spelling Page 17 Part A
Homework: Study for Chapter 1-7 Red Fern Quiz
Wednesday, October 8
Quick Quiz: Red Fern Comprehension Chapters 1-7
Complete Chapter 8-9 Vocabulary
Read Chapter 8
Chapter 8-9 Comprehension Questions #1-5
Spelling Page 17 Part B
Homework: Finish Class work, if necessary.
Thursday: October 9
Introduce Chapter 9-10 Vocabulary Words
Read and Discuss Chapter 9
Spelling Master 3A
Homework: Study for Spelling Test Lesson 3
Friday, October 10
Spelling Test: Lesson 3
Introduce Differentiated Read Ahead Assignment
Read and Discuss Chapter 10
Chapter 9-10 Comprehension Questions and Vocabulary
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND! GET MID-TERM PROGRESS REPORT SIGNED!!!
Math Syllabus: Week of October 6
1st Period Pre-Algebra
Important Information:
• Students will have a Chapter 2 Test on Wednesday, October 8. I will have a review session during lunch on Tuesday, October 7 for students who wish to attend.
Monday, October 6
Review Lesson 2.7 Guided Practice
Lesson 2.7 C
Homework: Study: Book page 101 #4-27. Wear Green Tomorrow.
Tuesday, October 7 (6th Grade SPIRIT- WEAR GREEN)
Review Text Book Chapter 2 Practice Test
Chapter 2 Review Games and Activities
Homework: Finish classwork
Wednesday, October 8
Chapter 2 Test
Homework: None
Thursday: October 9
Problem Solving Workshop
Homework: None
Friday, October 10
Chapter 3 Pre-Assessment
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!
2nd/3rd Period Math
Important Information:
o Students received their corrected chapter 1 tests later last week and they have the option of doing test corrects. Students can earn half credit for each problem they got incorrect on the test- they must use the given test correction form and show all work to receive the extra points. Chapter 1 Test Corrections are due on Tues. 10/7.
o Students will have a quiz over Lessons 2.1-2.3 on Wednesday, October 8.
o This week we are beginning a project in which the students will make a scale drawing of their bedroom. The measurements must be done by Wednesday, October 15. The rough draft of the bedroom scale drawing is due on Friday, October 17 (this does not need to be to scale, but it must include the measurements and labels of object). The final draft is due on Monday, October 27. Remember the final scale drawing must be done in color, neatly and accurately.
Monday, October 6
Introduce Scale Drawing Project
Homework: Give parents Scale Drawing Parent Letter. Start measuring your bedroom- measurements are due by Wednesday, October 15. Test Corrections are due tomorrow.
Tuesday, October 7 (6th Grade SPIRIT: Wear GREEN)
Finish Lesson 2.3
Homework: Practice Packet Page 19. Study for Quiz tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 8
Quiz: Lessons 2.1-2.3
Homework: None
Thursday: October 9
Lesson 2.4
Homework: None
Friday, October 10
Finish Lesson 2.4
Practice Packet Page 21
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend! Work on bedroom measurements.
Important Information:
• Students will have a Chapter 2 Test on Wednesday, October 8. I will have a review session during lunch on Tuesday, October 7 for students who wish to attend.
Monday, October 6
Review Lesson 2.7 Guided Practice
Lesson 2.7 C
Homework: Study: Book page 101 #4-27. Wear Green Tomorrow.
Tuesday, October 7 (6th Grade SPIRIT- WEAR GREEN)
Review Text Book Chapter 2 Practice Test
Chapter 2 Review Games and Activities
Homework: Finish classwork
Wednesday, October 8
Chapter 2 Test
Homework: None
Thursday: October 9
Problem Solving Workshop
Homework: None
Friday, October 10
Chapter 3 Pre-Assessment
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!
2nd/3rd Period Math
Important Information:
o Students received their corrected chapter 1 tests later last week and they have the option of doing test corrects. Students can earn half credit for each problem they got incorrect on the test- they must use the given test correction form and show all work to receive the extra points. Chapter 1 Test Corrections are due on Tues. 10/7.
o Students will have a quiz over Lessons 2.1-2.3 on Wednesday, October 8.
o This week we are beginning a project in which the students will make a scale drawing of their bedroom. The measurements must be done by Wednesday, October 15. The rough draft of the bedroom scale drawing is due on Friday, October 17 (this does not need to be to scale, but it must include the measurements and labels of object). The final draft is due on Monday, October 27. Remember the final scale drawing must be done in color, neatly and accurately.
Monday, October 6
Introduce Scale Drawing Project
Homework: Give parents Scale Drawing Parent Letter. Start measuring your bedroom- measurements are due by Wednesday, October 15. Test Corrections are due tomorrow.
Tuesday, October 7 (6th Grade SPIRIT: Wear GREEN)
Finish Lesson 2.3
Homework: Practice Packet Page 19. Study for Quiz tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 8
Quiz: Lessons 2.1-2.3
Homework: None
Thursday: October 9
Lesson 2.4
Homework: None
Friday, October 10
Finish Lesson 2.4
Practice Packet Page 21
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend! Work on bedroom measurements.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Ms. Koplin's Conference Schedule: Thursday, October 23
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please see the portfolio conference schedule below; all conferences are on Thursday, October 23. Contact me if there is any problem with your scheduled conference time. Please arrive 15 minutes early to review the portfolio with your child prior to meeting with me.
Sincerely,
Linda Koplin
lkoplin@op97.org
(708) 524-5830 ext 5716
12:35 – 12:50 p.m. Victoria Pancewicz
12:50 – 1:05 p.m. Moira Malley
1:05 – 1:20 p.m. Diamond Hall
1:25 – 1:40 p.m. Ryan Isom
1:40 – 1:55 p.m. Michael Russo
1:55 – 2:10 p.m. Isabel Beebe
2:10 – 2:25 p.m. Jordan Buhman
2:25 – 2:40 p.m. Dawon Browley-Lacey
2:40 – 2:55 p.m. SaVonne Bennette
3:10 – 3:25 p.m. Skyler Seed
3:25 – 3:40 p.m. Chelsie Kowalski
4:10 – 4:20 p.m. Marisa Short
4:20 – 4:35 p.m. Oliver Soto
4:35 – 4:50 p.m. Quintin King
4:50 – 5:05 p.m. Wasin Ponkaew
6:15 – 6:30 p.m. Max Long
6:30 – 6:45 p.m. Elaine Houha
6:45 – 7:00 p.m. Cashe McGowan
7:00 – 7:15 p.m. Annie Schurr
7:15 – 7:30 p.m. Franklin Taylor
7:30 – 7:45 p.m. Jacob Newman
7:45 – 8:00 p.m. Sheridan Crawford
8:00 – 8:15 p.m. Toby Oplaski
Please see the portfolio conference schedule below; all conferences are on Thursday, October 23. Contact me if there is any problem with your scheduled conference time. Please arrive 15 minutes early to review the portfolio with your child prior to meeting with me.
Sincerely,
Linda Koplin
lkoplin@op97.org
(708) 524-5830 ext 5716
12:35 – 12:50 p.m. Victoria Pancewicz
12:50 – 1:05 p.m. Moira Malley
1:05 – 1:20 p.m. Diamond Hall
1:25 – 1:40 p.m. Ryan Isom
1:40 – 1:55 p.m. Michael Russo
1:55 – 2:10 p.m. Isabel Beebe
2:10 – 2:25 p.m. Jordan Buhman
2:25 – 2:40 p.m. Dawon Browley-Lacey
2:40 – 2:55 p.m. SaVonne Bennette
3:10 – 3:25 p.m. Skyler Seed
3:25 – 3:40 p.m. Chelsie Kowalski
4:10 – 4:20 p.m. Marisa Short
4:20 – 4:35 p.m. Oliver Soto
4:35 – 4:50 p.m. Quintin King
4:50 – 5:05 p.m. Wasin Ponkaew
6:15 – 6:30 p.m. Max Long
6:30 – 6:45 p.m. Elaine Houha
6:45 – 7:00 p.m. Cashe McGowan
7:00 – 7:15 p.m. Annie Schurr
7:15 – 7:30 p.m. Franklin Taylor
7:30 – 7:45 p.m. Jacob Newman
7:45 – 8:00 p.m. Sheridan Crawford
8:00 – 8:15 p.m. Toby Oplaski
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