Mrs. Brown-Curry

Daily Agenda (Wed. 11/30/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/30)

1. Completed Lsn. 12 vocab. "Explain Yourself" questions.

2. Used Lsn. 21-3 (Outer Planets) to complete the Outer Planets portion of the Planets graphic organizer.

Homework

1. Complete the Outer Planets portion of the Planets graphic organizer (if not done in class).

2. Looking Ahead: The Lsn. 12 vocab. quiz will be given next Fri. 12/9.

 

Science & AC Science (Periods 4, 5, 6, & 7)

Class Work

1. Finished discussion about Lsn. 12-3 (Erosion & Deposition by Ice).

2. Read an article entitled Death of the Unsinkable Titanic, and discussed the role of icebergs in the event.

Homework

Looking Ahead: There will be a quiz on Lsns. 12-3 (Erosion & Deposition by Ice), 11-1 (The Active River), and 11-2 (River & Stream Deposits) on Tue. 12/6. 

 

General Information

Students received progress reports in homeroom today.  They revisited the Goal Setting sheet and made modifications (as needed) to the action plan, type of help, and method of assessment.  They need to obtain a parent signature on the slip provided by Fri. 12/2.

Daily Agenda (Tue. 11/29/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/29)

1. Turned in DEAR Response.

2. Introduced to Lsn. 12 vocabulary words.  Received handout.

3. Worked on Lsn. 12 vocab. flashcards.  The directions are as follows:

• Use 11 uniform-sized index cards (or same-size notebook paper)
• Front side - Write each word in bubble letters and color
• Back side - Write the definition and part of speech
• Make a cover card bearing the standard heading information and title of the assignment
• Place the set of cards inside of a sealable plastic bag

Homework

Finish Lsn. 12 vocab. flashcards (if not done in class).  Follow the directions closely.

 

Science & AC Science (Periods 4, 5, 6, & 7)

Class Work

1. Finished sharing Soil Conservation posters (where applicable).

2. Read a small passage about icebergs, completed a set of notes, and compared them to glaciers.

(Period 4)

3. Completed the following journal entry on notebook paper & submitted:

• Describe what you did over the holiday break.
• Identify a minimum of (3) science-related activities, preferably earth science connections.
• Minimum length - 1/2 of a page.

 (Period 5)

3. Turned in Erosion by Ice webquest responses.

4. Read Lsn. 11-1 (The Active River) and completed the Dir. Rdng. WS.

Homework

(Periods 4, 6, & 7)

No homework.

(Period 5)

Continue Science Fair project.  Reminder: Due Mon. (12/19).

Daily Agenda (Mon. 11/28/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/28)

 1. DEAR time.

2. Began DEAR Response:

• Write a summary of what you read during today's class period on notebook paper
• Find a quote (inclusive of the page number) that supports your response
• Based on your summary, make a prediction about what you think will happen in the next chapter.

Homework

Finish the DEAR Response (as described above).

 

Science & AC Science (Periods 4, 5, 6, & 7)

Class Work

1. Discussed old business (reviewed soil horizons, received graded Chapter 10 Test, etc.).

(Periods 4 & 7)

2. Turned in Erosion by Ice) webquest responses.

(Periods 5, 6, & 7)

3. Answered the following journal prompt on notebook paper:

• Describe what you did over the holiday break.
• Identify a minimum of (3) science-related activities, preferably earth science connections.
• Minimum length - 1/2 of a page.

Homework

(Periods 4, 6, & 7)

Read Lsn. 11-1 (The Active River) and complete the Dir. Rdng. WS.

Download Lsn. 11-1 (The Active River) dir_rdng WS_b

 

(Period 5)

1. Finish the journal entry according to the guidelines provided above.

2. Use the previous blog post (11/18) to access the links & complete the Erosion by Ice webquest. 

3. Continue working on your Science Fair project.

Daily Agenda (Fri. 11/18/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/18)

Mac Lab - Day 7

• Finished and submitted Lsn. 2 vocab. story.
• Continued working on the Inner Planets side of the Planets graphic organizer, using Lsn. 21-2 (Inner Planets) for reference.

Homework

Finish the Inner Planets side of the Planets graphic organizer (if not done in class).  Due Mon.

AC Science (Per. 5)

Class Work

Continued working on research paper.  Submitted paper at the end of the period.

Homework

Continue working on your Science Fair project.  You should be working on finalizing your hypothesis and working on the experimental portion of your project.

Reminder: Try to stay on track with the suggested timeline provided in your packet.  Projects are due Mon. 12/19.

 

Science Classes (Periods 4, 6, & 7)

Class Work

Click on the following link to complete the first half of the Erosion by Ice handout.

http://www.msue.msu.edu/objects/content_revision/download.cfm/item_id.211898/workspace_id.26697/How%20The%20Great%20Lakes%20Were%20Formed%20(Video).swf/

Click on the next link to complete the second half of the Erosion by Ice handout.

Glaciers Link: Think Quest

If you were absent either yesterday or today, click here to download a copy of the assignment. Download Erosion_by_Ice

Turn in your work when the entire sheet is complete. 

Homework

If you did not complete this assignment on Fri., do so over the break and turn it in on Mon. when you return. 

All Classes

Have a restful, wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday break!

Daily Agenda (Thur. 11/17/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/17)

Mac Lab - Day 7

• Continued typing Lsn. 2 vocab. story using Pages application
• Began Planets graphic organizer using Lsn. 21-2 (Inner Planets) for reference.

Homework

No homework.

 

Science & AC Science (Periods 4, 5, 6, & 7)

Class Work

(Periods 4, 6, & 7)

1. Reviewed and submitted HW.

2. Began Erosion by Ice webquest in the instructional lab.

(Period 5)

Went to Media Center to continue research on Science Fair project topic.

Homework

(Period 5 only)

Continue working on your Science Fair project.

Continue research on your selected topic.  If you did not bring in any research information or resources today, be sure to do so tomorrow.  You will be given class time to work on your research paper tomorrow.  It is due to be written (at least by hand) by the end of the period tomorrow (11/18).  This is merely a checkpoint (daily) grade.  I will give you credit for doing the assignment and provide commentary (where applicable) on what might need to be done to enhance it.  The final research paper will be graded along with the rest of the project.

Reminder: Try to stay on track with the suggested timeline provided in your packet.  Projects are due Mon. 12/19.

Daily Agenda (Wed. 11/16/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/16)

Mac Lab - Day 3

• Finished Pages Exploration
• Began typing Lsn. 2 vocab. story using Pages application

Homework

No homework.

 

Science & AC Science (Periods 4, 5, 6, & 7)

Class Work

1. Finished sharing Soil Conservation posters (Period 5 will do so tomorrow).

2. Finished viewing Glaciers video and completing the discussion questions.  Submitted.

3. Began discussion about Lsn. 12-3 (Erosion & Deposition by Ice).

Homework

Read Lsn. 12-3 (Erosion & Deposition by Ice) and complete the Dir. Rdng. WS.  You may click below to access a copy.

(Periods 4, 6, & 7)

Download Lsn. 12-3 (Erosion & Deposition by Ice) dir_rdng_b WS 1112

(Period 5)

Download Lsn. 12-3 (Erosion & Deposition by Ice) dir_rdng_a WS 1112

 (Period 5 only)

Continue working on your Science Fair project.

Continue research on your selected topic.  If you did not bring in any research information or resources today, be sure to do so tomorrow.  You will be given class time to work on your research paper tomorrow and Fri.  It is due to be written (at least by hand) by the end of the period on Fri. (11/18).

Reminder: Try to stay on track with the suggested timeline provided in your packet.  Projects are due Mon. 12/19.

Daily Agenda (Tue. 11/15/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/15)

1. Mac Lab - Day 2

• Pages software exploration

Homework

1. No homework.

 

Science & AC Science (Periods 4, 5, 6, & 7)

Class Work

(Periods 4, 6, & 7)

1. Finished Soil Conservation posters.  Began group presentations.

2. Began Glaciers: Movers and Shapers video and discussion questions.

(Period 5 only)

1. Discussed and recorded (in a special place in the log) guidelines for the Science Fair log.  You may click below to access a copy.  These guidelines must be handwritten neatly in the designated place in your log.  If you were absent, you may consult a class mate for this information.

Download Guidelines for Science Fair Project Log 1112

2. Began Glaciers: Movers & Shapers video and discussion questions.

Homework

(Periods 4, 6, & 7)

No homework.

(Period 5)

Continue working on your Science Fair project.

Continue research on your selected topic.  If you did not bring in any research information or resources today, be sure to do so tomorrow.  You will be given class time to work on your research paper.  It is due to be written (at least by hand) on Fri. (11/18).

Reminder: Try to stay on track with the suggested timeline provided in your packet.  Projects are due Mon. 12/19.

Daily Agenda (Mon. 11/14/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/14)

DEAR time (participation).

Homework

DEAR Response: 

• Describe a feeling that the main character (or supporting character) experienced during  your reading.
  
• Tell what caused each and explain the effect it had on other characters in your book. 
• Find a quote in your reading that supports your response.  Include the page number.

 

Science & AC Science (Periods 4, 5, 6, & 7)

Class Work

1. Finished Chapter 10 (Weathering) Test (where applicable).

2. Created a Soil Conservation poster (groups).

(Period 5 only)

3. Log check in and research checkpoint.

4. Continued discussion about elements of the Science Fair project. Focus: Research

Homework

(Period 5 only)

Continue research on your selected topic.  If you did not bring in any research information or resources today, be sure to do so tomorrow.  You will be given class time to work on your research paper.  It is due to be written (at least by hand) on Fri. (11/18).

Bring your log as well (if not turned in today).  I will provide the guidelines for what should be included in the log.

Reminder: Try to stay on track with the suggested timeline provided in your packet.  Projects are due Mon. 12/19.

Daily Agenda (Fri. 11/11/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/11)

Finished and submitted Lsn. 21-1 (Our Solar System) outline notes.

Homework

No homework.

 

Science & AC Science (Periods 4, 5, 6, & 7)

Class Work

1. Reviewed HW and submitted.

2. Took Chapter 10 (Weathering & Soil) Test.

3. Began Soil Conservation posters (if time permitted).

Homework

(Periods 4, 6, & 7)

No homework.

(Period 5)

On-going

Work on your Science Fair project.  Follow the guidelines provided in the reference packet.  You should be gathering information for research. 

Get a log (if you haven't already done so) and bring it to class on Mon. (11/14).

Skip the first 3 pages and then begin recording what you're learning about your problem in your log.  List your references as you go.

 

General Information

I am grading current, make-up, and late work and will  update Pinnacle accordingly.  You may check on Mon. afternoon for updates.  Have a wonderful weekend!

Daily Agenda (Thur. 11/10/11)

Science Literacy

Class Work  (11/10)

Began discussion about Lsn. 21-1 (Our Solar System) and took notes in outline format.

Homework

No homework.  Be sure to bring your textbook to class tomorrow.

 

Science & AC Science (Periods 4, 5, 6, & 7)

Class Work

1. Finished Soil Horizons foldable and submitted.

2. Completed, reviewed, and received back graded Chapter 10 Test Review handout. Discussed techniques used to prevent soil erosion.  Click below to access a copy if you were absent.

Download Chapter 10 (Weathering & Soil) Review WS

3. Received the graded Lsn. 10-3 (From Bedrock to Soil) Dir. Rdng. WS and 10-4 (Soil Conservation) graphic organizers.

Homework

Complete the Soil Formation Review WS & Lsn. 10-4 (Soil Conservation) Dir. Rdng. WS.  Use this and the Chapter 10 (Weathering & Soil) Review handout to prepare for tomorrow's test on Chapter 10.

On-going

Work on your Science Fair project.  Follow the guidelines provided in the reference packet.  You should be gathering information for research. 

Get a log (if you haven't already done so) and bring it to class on Mon. (11/14).

Skip the first 3 pages and then begin recording what you're learning about your problem in your log.  List your references as you go.