Important Information:
• Students will receive their edited research papers on Wednesday, May 6. The final research paper is due on Tuesday 5/12. You should be working on making suggested improvements and your own improvements. Be sure to look at the rubric and make sure you have all the requirements within your research paper.
• The visual aid is due on Thursday 5/14. Students will have some in class time but a majority of this will be done at home. Be sure to see the rubric for guidelines/requirements.
• We have our first lit circle meetings this week! Please be sure to keep up with your reading and packet work- the lit circles are meeting on different days so you need to know your schedule! Remember you must have your packet 100% complete and your book in class with you in order to participate.
• The FINAL reading log is due on Tuesday, May 19!
Monday, May 4
Sentence Diagramming: Reviewing Sentence Basics (pages 12-13)
Literature Circle Work Time
Homework: Work on Lit Circles
Tuesday, May 5
8th Period Media Centers: Computers for Visual Aid Work Time
Literature Circle Work Time
Homework: Work on Lit Circles. Code Talker Lit Circle meets TOMORROW. Remember you must have your packet 100% complete and your book in class with you in order to participate.
Wednesday, May 6
Code Talker Literature Circle 8th Period (lit circle work time for everyone else)
Return Edited Rough Drafts
Review How to Make a Cover Page
Review How to Make a Works Consulted Page
Homework: Work on Editing your Research Paper- final draft is due on Tuesday, May 12. Work on Lit Circles. Habibi Lit Circle meets TOMORROW. Remember you must have your packet 100% complete and your book in class with you in order to participate.
Thursday, May 7
Habibi Literature Circle 8th Period (lit circle work time for everyone else)
Compound Subjects and Predicates (pages 14-17
Homework: Finish Grammar Work (pages 14-17) if necessary. Day of Tears, A Single Shard, and The Other Side of Truth Lit Circles meet TOMORROW. Remember you must have your packet 100% complete and your book in class with you in order to participate.
Friday, May 8
Day of Tears, A Single Shard, and The Other Side of Truth Literature Circle 8th Period
Media Center Computers 9th Period: Research Visual Aid
Homework: Have a super weekend! Work on your final draft & your visual aid! Both are due next week!
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Math Syllabus: Week of May 4
1st Period Pre-Algebra
Important Information:
• We will have a test of Chapter 1 of the Algebra Book on Tuesday, May 12. I have a lunchtime review session on Monday, May 11.
Monday, May 4
Lesson 1.5 Study Guide
Homework: Workbook Pages 9 and 10
Tuesday, May 5
Lesson 1.6
Homework: None
Wednesday, May 6
Continue Lesson 1.6
Homework: Workbook pages 11-12
Thursday, May 7
Lesson 1.7
Homework: Workbook page 13
Friday, May 8
Review Lesson 1.7
Homework: Have a super weekend! STUDY for the Chapter 1 Test on Tuesday!
2nd/3rd Period Math
Important Information:
• Students will take a test over all Chapter 7 concepts on Tuesday, May 5. I had a lunchtime review session on Friday, May 1.
Monday, May 4
Chapter 7 Practice Test- page 391
Homework: Finish Chapter 7 Practice Test- page 391. STUDY FOR TEST TOMORROW!
Tuesday, May 5
Chapter 7 Test
Homework: None
Wednesday, May 6
Number Challenge (book page 398-399)
Homework: None
Thursday, May 7
Lesson 8.1
Homework: Workbook page 101
Friday, May 8
Lesson 8.2
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!!!
Important Information:
• We will have a test of Chapter 1 of the Algebra Book on Tuesday, May 12. I have a lunchtime review session on Monday, May 11.
Monday, May 4
Lesson 1.5 Study Guide
Homework: Workbook Pages 9 and 10
Tuesday, May 5
Lesson 1.6
Homework: None
Wednesday, May 6
Continue Lesson 1.6
Homework: Workbook pages 11-12
Thursday, May 7
Lesson 1.7
Homework: Workbook page 13
Friday, May 8
Review Lesson 1.7
Homework: Have a super weekend! STUDY for the Chapter 1 Test on Tuesday!
2nd/3rd Period Math
Important Information:
• Students will take a test over all Chapter 7 concepts on Tuesday, May 5. I had a lunchtime review session on Friday, May 1.
Monday, May 4
Chapter 7 Practice Test- page 391
Homework: Finish Chapter 7 Practice Test- page 391. STUDY FOR TEST TOMORROW!
Tuesday, May 5
Chapter 7 Test
Homework: None
Wednesday, May 6
Number Challenge (book page 398-399)
Homework: None
Thursday, May 7
Lesson 8.1
Homework: Workbook page 101
Friday, May 8
Lesson 8.2
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!!!
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Rdg/LA Syllabus: Week of April 27
Important Information:
• The typed rough draft of the research paper is due on Wednesday, April 29. Remember our library is open before school everyday except Wednesdays. It is open everyday after school from 3:30 - 4:30, as well. Final Research paper is due on Tuesday 5/12
• We will begin working on the Visual Aids this week. Students will all receive a rubric explaining the requirements- be sure to review this carefully and follow all the expectations and requirements. The visual aid is due on Thursday 5/14.
• Thanks to all the parents who volunteered to lead a lit circle! I know how busy your schedule is and I really appreciate it! I will be sending home Lit Circle Folders if we are going to be leading a lit circle. As always please call or email with any questions.
• The FINAL reading log is due on Tuesday, May 9!
Monday, April 27
Literature Circle: Author Activity
Research Paper Writing Time
Homework: Work on your typed rough draft of the research paper. It is due on Wednesday, 4/29.
Tuesday, April 28
Review Literature Circle Packets
Introduce Visual Aid Rubric
Begin Organizing Visual Aid Ideas/Info
Research Paper Writing Time
Homework: Finish typed rough draft of research paper- due TOMORROW!
Wednesday, April 29
Media Center Computers 8th Period: Gather Information and Pictures for Visual Aid
Assign Literature Circle Groups and Receive Packets for 1st Meeting
Homework: Work on your Visual Aid and Literature Circle Reading and Packet
Thursday, April 30
Literature Circle Work Time
Review “How to Lead a Literature Circle”
Visual Aid Work Time
Homework: Continue working on your visual aid! Work on Literature Circle Reading and Packet. Wear Julian Gear tomorrow or Red AND White.
Friday, May1 (JULIAN SPIRIT DAY!)
Media Center Computers 8th Period: Research the Country and Culture of Lit Circle Novel
Share Research with Lit Circle Group
Literature Circle Work Time
Homework: Have a lovely weekend!
• The typed rough draft of the research paper is due on Wednesday, April 29. Remember our library is open before school everyday except Wednesdays. It is open everyday after school from 3:30 - 4:30, as well. Final Research paper is due on Tuesday 5/12
• We will begin working on the Visual Aids this week. Students will all receive a rubric explaining the requirements- be sure to review this carefully and follow all the expectations and requirements. The visual aid is due on Thursday 5/14.
• Thanks to all the parents who volunteered to lead a lit circle! I know how busy your schedule is and I really appreciate it! I will be sending home Lit Circle Folders if we are going to be leading a lit circle. As always please call or email with any questions.
• The FINAL reading log is due on Tuesday, May 9!
Monday, April 27
Literature Circle: Author Activity
Research Paper Writing Time
Homework: Work on your typed rough draft of the research paper. It is due on Wednesday, 4/29.
Tuesday, April 28
Review Literature Circle Packets
Introduce Visual Aid Rubric
Begin Organizing Visual Aid Ideas/Info
Research Paper Writing Time
Homework: Finish typed rough draft of research paper- due TOMORROW!
Wednesday, April 29
Media Center Computers 8th Period: Gather Information and Pictures for Visual Aid
Assign Literature Circle Groups and Receive Packets for 1st Meeting
Homework: Work on your Visual Aid and Literature Circle Reading and Packet
Thursday, April 30
Literature Circle Work Time
Review “How to Lead a Literature Circle”
Visual Aid Work Time
Homework: Continue working on your visual aid! Work on Literature Circle Reading and Packet. Wear Julian Gear tomorrow or Red AND White.
Friday, May1 (JULIAN SPIRIT DAY!)
Media Center Computers 8th Period: Research the Country and Culture of Lit Circle Novel
Share Research with Lit Circle Group
Literature Circle Work Time
Homework: Have a lovely weekend!
Math Syllabus: Week of April 29
1st Period: Pre-Algebra
Monday, April 27
Lesson 1.2
Homework: Workbook page 3 odd #s and page 4 all #s
Tuesday, April 28
Lesson 1.3
Homework: None
Wednesday, April 29
Continue Lesson 1.3
Homework: Workbook page 5
Thursday, April 30
Lesson 1.4 Study Guide
Homework: Workbook page 6 all #s and page 8 #18-21
Friday, May 1
Review Lesson 1.4
Homework: Have a super weekend!
2nd/3rd Period Math
Important Information:
• Students will take a test over all Chapter 7 concepts on Tuesday, May 5. I will have a lunchtime review session on Friday, May 1.
Monday, April 27
Lesson 7.5
Homework: Workbook page 93
Tuesday, April 28
Practice Dividing Fractions
Homework: Workbook page 95
Wednesday, April 29
Lesson 7.6
Homework: None
Thursday, April 30
Workbook pages 97-98
Homework: Finish pages 97-98 if necessary
Friday, May 1
**Lunchtime Review Session TODAY**
Lesson 7.7
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!!!
Monday, April 27
Lesson 1.2
Homework: Workbook page 3 odd #s and page 4 all #s
Tuesday, April 28
Lesson 1.3
Homework: None
Wednesday, April 29
Continue Lesson 1.3
Homework: Workbook page 5
Thursday, April 30
Lesson 1.4 Study Guide
Homework: Workbook page 6 all #s and page 8 #18-21
Friday, May 1
Review Lesson 1.4
Homework: Have a super weekend!
2nd/3rd Period Math
Important Information:
• Students will take a test over all Chapter 7 concepts on Tuesday, May 5. I will have a lunchtime review session on Friday, May 1.
Monday, April 27
Lesson 7.5
Homework: Workbook page 93
Tuesday, April 28
Practice Dividing Fractions
Homework: Workbook page 95
Wednesday, April 29
Lesson 7.6
Homework: None
Thursday, April 30
Workbook pages 97-98
Homework: Finish pages 97-98 if necessary
Friday, May 1
**Lunchtime Review Session TODAY**
Lesson 7.7
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!!!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Rdg and Language Arts Syllabus: Week of April 20
Important Information:
• Students should be making good progress gathering information for their research project. For the next two weeks students will have limited time in the media center to use the computers and reference books to gather research material. Students should plan to research on their own at the public library or here at school. Our library is open before school everyday except Wednesdays. It is open everyday after school from 3:30 - 4:30, as well.
• Minimum of 25 note cards completed and formatted correctly are due on Tuesday 4/21.
• Typed rough draft of the research paper outline is due Thursday 4/23- this needs to be typed using Power Notes Format.
• Remember our team does not accept late work during the 3rd trimester.
• Research paper rough draft is Due Wednesday 4/29
• Final Research paper is due on Tuesday 5/12
• Oral and Visual Presentation materials are due on Thursday 5/14
Monday, April 20
Media Center Computers 8th Period: Work on outline rough draft
Media Center Back Tables 9th Period: Research Time
Homework: Finish at least 25 note cards formatted correctly- due tomorrow.
Tuesday, April 21
Media Center Font Tables 8th Period: Research Organization
Benchmark Testing
Homework: Work on typed Rough Draft Outline- I recommend typing it in school using the program Inspiration. The outline needs to be completed using the Power Notes format and it is easiest to type with Inspiration.
Wednesday, April 22
Media Center Computers 8th period: Type Research Paper Rough Draft or Outline Draft and any last minute research that needs to be completed. May also begin work on visual and oral presentations.
Benchmark Testing
Homework: Continue researching at home or the public library. Finish your typed rough draft outline due tomorrow!
Thursday, April 23
Turn in Typed Draft of Outline
Media Center Front Tables: 8th period think about adjustments that need to be made for final paper work on information for visual and oral presentations.
Benchmark Testing
Homework: Continue working on your research project! Typed Rough Draft of Research Paper is Due 4/29.
Friday, April 24
No School: Institute Day
Homework: Continue working on your research project!
• Students should be making good progress gathering information for their research project. For the next two weeks students will have limited time in the media center to use the computers and reference books to gather research material. Students should plan to research on their own at the public library or here at school. Our library is open before school everyday except Wednesdays. It is open everyday after school from 3:30 - 4:30, as well.
• Minimum of 25 note cards completed and formatted correctly are due on Tuesday 4/21.
• Typed rough draft of the research paper outline is due Thursday 4/23- this needs to be typed using Power Notes Format.
• Remember our team does not accept late work during the 3rd trimester.
• Research paper rough draft is Due Wednesday 4/29
• Final Research paper is due on Tuesday 5/12
• Oral and Visual Presentation materials are due on Thursday 5/14
Monday, April 20
Media Center Computers 8th Period: Work on outline rough draft
Media Center Back Tables 9th Period: Research Time
Homework: Finish at least 25 note cards formatted correctly- due tomorrow.
Tuesday, April 21
Media Center Font Tables 8th Period: Research Organization
Benchmark Testing
Homework: Work on typed Rough Draft Outline- I recommend typing it in school using the program Inspiration. The outline needs to be completed using the Power Notes format and it is easiest to type with Inspiration.
Wednesday, April 22
Media Center Computers 8th period: Type Research Paper Rough Draft or Outline Draft and any last minute research that needs to be completed. May also begin work on visual and oral presentations.
Benchmark Testing
Homework: Continue researching at home or the public library. Finish your typed rough draft outline due tomorrow!
Thursday, April 23
Turn in Typed Draft of Outline
Media Center Front Tables: 8th period think about adjustments that need to be made for final paper work on information for visual and oral presentations.
Benchmark Testing
Homework: Continue working on your research project! Typed Rough Draft of Research Paper is Due 4/29.
Friday, April 24
No School: Institute Day
Homework: Continue working on your research project!
Math Syllabus: Week of April 20
1st Period: Pre-Algebra
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 11 Test on Monday, April 20. I had a lunchtime review session on Thursday, April 16.
• We are starting the algebra text this week! I am collecting your Course 2 Books on Tuesday so please be sure to have it in class. I will not assign an Algebra Book until you have returned Course 2.
• Students will take a Chapter 1 Pre-Assessment on Wednesday. Students who show mastery by scored over 90% will work on differentiated assignments during the Chapter.
Monday, April 20
Chapter 11 TEST
Homework: Bring your Course 2 book to class tomorrow.
Tuesday, April 21
Collect Course 2 Books
Assign Algebra 1 Books and Workbooks
Math Games
Homework: None
Wednesday, April 22
Algebra 1: Chapter 1 Pre-Assessment
Homework: None
Thursday, April 23
Lesson 1.1
Homework: Enjoy your day off!
Friday, April 24
No School: Institute Day #4
Homework: Have a lovely three-day weekend!
2nd/3rd Period
Monday, April 20
Lesson 7.2
Homework: Workbook page 87 #2-10 and all of page 89
Tuesday, April 21
Brownie Pan Fraction Problem
Homework: Finish Brownie Pan Fraction Questions if necessary
Wednesday, April 22
Lesson 7.3
Homework: Workbook page 91 # 1-12
Thursday, April 23
Lesson 7.4
Homework: Enjoy your day off!
Friday, April 24
No School: Institute Day #4
Homework: Enjoy your three-day weekend!!!
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 11 Test on Monday, April 20. I had a lunchtime review session on Thursday, April 16.
• We are starting the algebra text this week! I am collecting your Course 2 Books on Tuesday so please be sure to have it in class. I will not assign an Algebra Book until you have returned Course 2.
• Students will take a Chapter 1 Pre-Assessment on Wednesday. Students who show mastery by scored over 90% will work on differentiated assignments during the Chapter.
Monday, April 20
Chapter 11 TEST
Homework: Bring your Course 2 book to class tomorrow.
Tuesday, April 21
Collect Course 2 Books
Assign Algebra 1 Books and Workbooks
Math Games
Homework: None
Wednesday, April 22
Algebra 1: Chapter 1 Pre-Assessment
Homework: None
Thursday, April 23
Lesson 1.1
Homework: Enjoy your day off!
Friday, April 24
No School: Institute Day #4
Homework: Have a lovely three-day weekend!
2nd/3rd Period
Monday, April 20
Lesson 7.2
Homework: Workbook page 87 #2-10 and all of page 89
Tuesday, April 21
Brownie Pan Fraction Problem
Homework: Finish Brownie Pan Fraction Questions if necessary
Wednesday, April 22
Lesson 7.3
Homework: Workbook page 91 # 1-12
Thursday, April 23
Lesson 7.4
Homework: Enjoy your day off!
Friday, April 24
No School: Institute Day #4
Homework: Enjoy your three-day weekend!!!
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Reading/LA Syllabus: Week of April 13
Important Information:
• Don’t forget to turn in both the permission slip and a check, for our sixth grade end of the year field trip. It is due by Friday, April 18. No Exceptions! If you need a scholarship please see me as soon as possible, but definitely before the due date.
• Students should be making good progress gathering information for their research project. For the next two weeks students will have limited time in the media center to use the computers and reference books to gather research material. Students should plan to research on their own at the public library or here at school. Our library is open before school everyday except Wednesdays. It is open everyday after school from 3:30 - 4:30, as well.
• Minimum of Three Source Cards are due April 16 and Fifteen Note Cards are due April 17.
• Be sure to bring your research folder and materials to class every day. You never know when you can earn extra credit points.
• Our next reading log is due on Friday, April 17.
• Remember our team does not accept late work during the 3rd trimester.
• The sixth grade honor roll breakfast is on Friday, April 17 @ 8:00am! Congratulations!!!
Monday, April 13
Media Center Front Tables 8th and 9th Period: Research Time
Introduce Research Paper Writing Rubric
Introduce Research Note Cards Rubric
Homework: Continue collecting researching and completing note cards.
Tuesday, April 14
Media Center Computers 8th and 9th Period: Research Time
Homework: Continue collecting researching and completing note cards.
Wednesday, April 15
Media Center Back Tables: 8th Period Research
Making an Outline from Notes: Bicycle Racing Example
Note card work time
Homework: Continue researching at home or the public library. Finish your source cards- they are due tomorrow.
Thursday, April 16
Check in Source Cards
Review Outlining Process with Power Notes
Outline Medical Article using Power Notes
Finish Note Cards
Homework: You must have at least 15 paraphrased note cards completed by tomorrow. Your Reading Log is also due tomorrow- remember you must have parent signatures and detailed question responses.
Friday, April 17
Media Center 8th Period: Check out and Return Books
Note Card Check
Work on organizing your note cards into an outline.
Homework: Continue working on your research project! Your final 25 note cards are due on Tues, 4/21.
• Don’t forget to turn in both the permission slip and a check, for our sixth grade end of the year field trip. It is due by Friday, April 18. No Exceptions! If you need a scholarship please see me as soon as possible, but definitely before the due date.
• Students should be making good progress gathering information for their research project. For the next two weeks students will have limited time in the media center to use the computers and reference books to gather research material. Students should plan to research on their own at the public library or here at school. Our library is open before school everyday except Wednesdays. It is open everyday after school from 3:30 - 4:30, as well.
• Minimum of Three Source Cards are due April 16 and Fifteen Note Cards are due April 17.
• Be sure to bring your research folder and materials to class every day. You never know when you can earn extra credit points.
• Our next reading log is due on Friday, April 17.
• Remember our team does not accept late work during the 3rd trimester.
• The sixth grade honor roll breakfast is on Friday, April 17 @ 8:00am! Congratulations!!!
Monday, April 13
Media Center Front Tables 8th and 9th Period: Research Time
Introduce Research Paper Writing Rubric
Introduce Research Note Cards Rubric
Homework: Continue collecting researching and completing note cards.
Tuesday, April 14
Media Center Computers 8th and 9th Period: Research Time
Homework: Continue collecting researching and completing note cards.
Wednesday, April 15
Media Center Back Tables: 8th Period Research
Making an Outline from Notes: Bicycle Racing Example
Note card work time
Homework: Continue researching at home or the public library. Finish your source cards- they are due tomorrow.
Thursday, April 16
Check in Source Cards
Review Outlining Process with Power Notes
Outline Medical Article using Power Notes
Finish Note Cards
Homework: You must have at least 15 paraphrased note cards completed by tomorrow. Your Reading Log is also due tomorrow- remember you must have parent signatures and detailed question responses.
Friday, April 17
Media Center 8th Period: Check out and Return Books
Note Card Check
Work on organizing your note cards into an outline.
Homework: Continue working on your research project! Your final 25 note cards are due on Tues, 4/21.
Math Syllabus: Week of April 13
1st Period Pre-Algebra Syllabus
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 11 Test on Monday, April 20. I will have a lunchtime review session on Thursday, April 16. Be sure to study each night for the test.
• We will begin the Algebra 1 Book on Tuesday, April 21.
Monday, April 13
Check in Workbook page 147
Lesson 11.4
Homework: Workbook page 149. Begin Taking Two-Sided Notes for Chapter 11.
Tuesday, April 14
Lesson 11.5
Homework: Workbook pages 151-152
Wednesday, April 15
Lesson 11.6 Study Guide
Homework: Odd Numbers on Workbook page 153 and 154.
Thursday, April 16
**Lunchtime Review Session TODAY**
Lesson 11.7
Homework: Workbook page 155
Friday, April 17
Review Chapter 11 Concepts
Homework: Study for your Chapter 11 Test on Monday! Finish your two-sided notes!
2nd/3rd Period Math Syllabus
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 6 Test on Wednesday, April 15. I will have a lunchtime review session on Tuesday, April 14. Be sure to study each night for the test.
Monday, April 13
Lesson 6.5
Homework: Workbook page 81 Odd Numbers and Page 83 #2-10. Work on Two- Sided Notes for Chapter Lessons 6.2 to 6.5.
Tuesday, April 14
**Lunchtime Review Session TODAY**
Review Chapter 6
Homework: Study for Chapter 6 Test tomorrow! Finish Two-Sided Notes
Wednesday, April 15
Chapter 6 Test
Homework: Word Problem
Thursday, April 16
Math Games
Homework: None
Friday, April 17
Lesson 7.1
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!!!
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 11 Test on Monday, April 20. I will have a lunchtime review session on Thursday, April 16. Be sure to study each night for the test.
• We will begin the Algebra 1 Book on Tuesday, April 21.
Monday, April 13
Check in Workbook page 147
Lesson 11.4
Homework: Workbook page 149. Begin Taking Two-Sided Notes for Chapter 11.
Tuesday, April 14
Lesson 11.5
Homework: Workbook pages 151-152
Wednesday, April 15
Lesson 11.6 Study Guide
Homework: Odd Numbers on Workbook page 153 and 154.
Thursday, April 16
**Lunchtime Review Session TODAY**
Lesson 11.7
Homework: Workbook page 155
Friday, April 17
Review Chapter 11 Concepts
Homework: Study for your Chapter 11 Test on Monday! Finish your two-sided notes!
2nd/3rd Period Math Syllabus
Important Information:
• Students will take a Chapter 6 Test on Wednesday, April 15. I will have a lunchtime review session on Tuesday, April 14. Be sure to study each night for the test.
Monday, April 13
Lesson 6.5
Homework: Workbook page 81 Odd Numbers and Page 83 #2-10. Work on Two- Sided Notes for Chapter Lessons 6.2 to 6.5.
Tuesday, April 14
**Lunchtime Review Session TODAY**
Review Chapter 6
Homework: Study for Chapter 6 Test tomorrow! Finish Two-Sided Notes
Wednesday, April 15
Chapter 6 Test
Homework: Word Problem
Thursday, April 16
Math Games
Homework: None
Friday, April 17
Lesson 7.1
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!!!
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