Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Science

Element Project; Due on Wednesday 10/31/18; Class time given to project on Friday 10/26/18;  Rubric and Directions/Model on Google Classroom

Quiz tomorrow 10/31/18 on: Atomic structure (parts, locations and charges of subatomic particles), Atomic models/scientists/discoveries (study timeline in Physical Science notebook), Using the Periodic Table

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 11/13/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Chromosomes
  • Earth's Movement
  • Earth's Movement-TERMS
  • The Periodic Table
  • The Engineering Design Process


ELA

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry chapter 1 due on Friday

Math

A Block (1)Textbook p 88 #20 AND #22-25 AND #28
                      (graph paper for #23-25)
               (2) Quiz Tomorrow (Transformations)
               (3) Chapter 2 Test Friday

B&C Blocks (1) Textbook p 88 #20-21 AND #23-28
                           (graph paper for #23-25)
                     (2) Quiz Tomorrow (Transformations)
                     (3) Chapter 2 Test Friday

D Block - Textbook pgs 108-109 #18-30

Monday, October 29, 2018

Math

A Block  - Textbook p 87 #4-5  AND  #7-14  AND  #16
                          (graph paper for #4,5,13,14)

B&C Blocks - Textbook pgs 87-88  #2-14  AND  #16, 18, 22
                           (graph paper for # 4, 5, 13, 14, 16, 18)

D Block - Textbook pgs 107-108 #3-17


Friday, October 26, 2018

Homeroom B14

Bring signed "Parent Confirmation Forms" MONDAY!!

Math

A Block - Textbook p 80 #4-5  AND  #8-11

B&C Blocks - Textbook pgs 80-81  AND  #4-13

        [Chapter 2 Test next week for ABC Blocks]

D Block - No Homework (Test Today)

ELA

Enjoy the weekend!

Thursday, October 25, 2018

Homeroom B14

Bring signed "Parent Confirmation Forms" TOMORROW

Picture Retake Day is Friday October 26 7:45 a.m. after homeroom

Science

Element Project introduced today; Due on Wednesday 10/31/18; Class time given to project on Friday 10/26/18;  Rubric and Directions/Model on Google Classroom

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/29/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Changes in Ecosystems
  • Earth's Evolution
  • Melting and Boiling Point
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion- TERMS
  • Communication Technologies and Systems

ELA

Study for tomorrow's literature test

Math

A Block - Textbook p 74 #4-11 (graph paper for #6-7)

B&C Blocks - Textbook p 74 #4-14 (graph paper for #6-7)

       -- Chapter 2 Test next week for ABC Blocks --

D Block - Study for Chapter 2 test tomorrow

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Social Studies

Homework: Graphic organizer Turn in Parent Conference Confirmation sheets. Quiz: Friday

ELA

Study for vocabulary quiz on lesson 2
Complete literature review questions (test Friday)

Math

A Block - Worksheet 2.4 Practice A #1-8   (use graph paper for #3-6)

B&C Blocks - Worksheet (both sides) 2.4 Practice A #1-8   (use graph paper for #3-6)
                                                        2.4 Practice B #1-8   (use graph paper for #3-6)

D Block - Textbook p 88 #20-28  (use graph paper for #23-26)
                       [Chapter 2 Test Friday]

Tuesday, October 23, 2018

Social Studies

Homework: Vocabulary Parent Conference Forms Teen Light Form Quiz:Friday-Chapter 12-2

Science

In Nature of Matter, Read pp.18-23 The Simplest Matter; 2-Column Notes on Vocabulary (include Periodic Table) in Physical Science Notebook  due Wednesday 10/24

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/29/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Changes in Ecosystems
  • Earth's Evolution
  • Melting and Boiling Point
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion- TERMS
  • Communication Technologies and Systems

Math

A Block - Textbook pgs 65-66 #7-12  AND  #14, 16,, 18, 19, 20   [Graph Paper]

B&C Blocks - Textbook pgs 65-66 #2-21   [Graph Paper]

D Block - Textbook p 87 #4-18   [Graph Paper]
                       (Chapter 2 Test Friday)

ELA

Create quizlet/flashcards for vocabulary lesson 2 (quiz Thursday)

Monday, October 22, 2018

Homework: Vocabulary

Conference forms must be signed and returned by tomorrow. 
Thank you,
Mrs. Volpe

Science

In Nature of Matter, Read pp.18-23 The Simplest Matter; 2-Column Notes on Vocabulary (include Periodic Table) in Physical Science Notebook  due Wednesday 10/24

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/29/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Changes in Ecosystems
  • Earth's Evolution
  • Melting and Boiling Point
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion- TERMS
  • Communication Technologies and Systems

Math

ABC Blocks - "Take Home" Quiz (reflections and transformations)

D Block - Worksheet - 2.6 Practice B #1-6 (in math notebook)
                             AND  Textbook p 81 #5

ELA

Copy vocabulary lesson 2 into your notebook (quiz Thursday on just lesson 2)

Friday, October 19, 2018

Math

A Block - Textbook pgs 58-59 #4-24  (graph paper for #10-17)

B&C Blocks - Textbook pgs 58-59 #4-28  (graph paper for #10-17)

D Block - Textbook pgs 80-81 #1-14

     RETURN Parent Conference "Preference" Forms ASAP

Social Studies

Turn in Parent Conference Forms on Monday!

Science

Finish Protons, Neutrons and Electrons Lab

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/29/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Changes in Ecosystems
  • Earth's Evolution
  • Melting and Boiling Point
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion- TERMS
  • Communication Technologies and Systems

Thursday, October 18, 2018

Math

ABC Blocks - Textbook pgs 52-53 #4-13 AND #19-21 (graph paper)

D Block - Textbook pg 74 #4-18 (graph paper)

RETURN Parent Conference "Preference" Forms ASAP

ELA

Create quizlet/flashcards for vocabulary lesson 1 & study for tomorrow's quiz

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

ELA

Remember to attach the top down web and rough draft behind the final copy

Math

ABC Blocks - Textbook pgs 46-47 #4-9, 11-12,  AND  #15

D Block - Worksheet (both sides)  *2.4 Practice B  and  *2.4 Puzzle Time

   RETURN Parent Conference "Preference" Forms ASAP

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent Conference Preference Form Handed out today
Please return form by Friday, October 26th

Science

**Matter Test scheduled for Thursday 10/18/18**
Read pp.6-17 in Nature of Matter, Models of the Atom; Foldable Notes (directions on p. 7) are due Friday 10/19

Matter Test Study Guide handed out on Tuesday 10/16/18


Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/29/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Changes in Ecosystems
  • Earth's Evolution
  • Melting and Boiling Point
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion- TERMS
  • Communication Technologies and Systems

ELA

Final copy of independent reading essay due tomorrow, typed and printed

Tuesday, October 16, 2018

Social Studies

Homework:
Sorting Cards (15)

Quiz on Thursday

Math

ABC Blocks - No homework (test today)

D Block - Textbook pgs 65-66 #2-21   (graph paper)

Science

Read pp.6-17 in Nature of Matter, Models of the Atom; Foldable Notes (directions on p. 7) are due Friday 10/19

Extra Help for Matter Test on Tuesday 10/16 after school (late buses available)
Matter Test Study Guide handed out todaty
**Matter Test scheduled for Thursday 10/18/18**

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/29/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Changes in Ecosystems
  • Earth's Evolution
  • Melting and Boiling Point
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion- TERMS
  • Communication Technologies and Systems

ELA

Complete analyzing literature #1-10 on page 809.  Answer in complete sentences

Monday, October 15, 2018

Science

Study for Phase Change Quiz 10/16/18
Extra Help for Matter Test on Tuesday 10/16 after school (late buses available)
**Matter Test scheduled for Thursday 10/18/18**

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/29/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Changes in Ecosystems
  • Earth's Evolution
  • Melting and Boiling Point
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion- TERMS
  • Communication Technologies and Systems

Math

ABC Blocks - Study for Chapter 1 Test tomorrow

D Block - Reflections & Translations Take Home Quiz

BRING SIGNED MID TERM REPORT TO HR TEACHER

ELA

Copy vocabulary lesson 1 into your vocabulary notebook (quiz Friday)

Friday, October 12, 2018

Math

ABC Blocks - Worksheet "Solve for ... variable"

D Block - Text pgs 58-59 #1-28 (graph paper)

Science

Frayer Blocks in Physical Science Notebook: Vaporization, Sublimation, Deposition

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/15/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Bioengineered Products- Food
  • Bioengineered Products- Fuel
  • Earth's Crustal Plates
  • Cell Functions
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion

ELA

Independent novel must be read by Monday!  Please bring the novel to class because you will need it to draft your essay.

Thursday, October 11, 2018

Social Studies

Homework:Vocabulary

If you did not finish Section Review 1-7, please finish by Monday.

Quiz on Tuesday

Math

A Block - Worksheet 3.4 Practice A #10-17  AND  #23   (TEST TUESDAY)
    **BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

B&C Blocks - Worksheet 3.4 Practice A #10-23   (TEST TUESDAY)
    **BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

D Block - Text pgs 52-53 #1-13  AND #16-21  (graph paper)

ELA

Create quizlet/flashcards for literary elements #41-55
Study for quiz on #41-55

Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Math

A Block - Textbook pgs 24 #18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 25, 28, 29     AND     p. 23 #17
     **BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

B&C Blocks - Textbook pg 24 #18-29  AND  p23  #17
     **BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

D Block - Textbook pgs 46-47 #1-15  AND #20

Science

Frayer Blocks in Physical Science Notebook: Freezing, Condensation, Melting

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/15/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Bioengineered Products- Food
  • Bioengineered Products- Fuel
  • Earth's Crustal Plates
  • Cell Functions
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion

ELA

Complete analyzing literature #1-10 on page 842.  Answer in complete sentences

Tuesday, October 9, 2018

Math

A Block - Worksheet Practice 1.3 #1-5  AND  #11-15

B&C Blocks - Worksheet Practice 1.3 #1-15

D Block - No homework

Science

Finish Change of State- Condensation Lab

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/15/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Bioengineered Products- Food
  • Bioengineered Products- Fuel
  • Earth's Crustal Plates
  • Cell Functions
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion

ELA

Study for tomorrow's grammar test!
Copy literary elements #41-55 into notebook (quiz Friday on #41-55)

Friday, October 5, 2018

Science

No Homework- enjoy your long weekend!

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/15/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Bioengineered Products- Food
  • Bioengineered Products- Fuel
  • Earth's Crustal Plates
  • Cell Functions
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion

Math

A Block - Textbook p 23 #6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13  AND  TRY #33
        **BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

B&C Blocks - Textbook p 23 #6-14  AND  #16  AND  #33
        **BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

D Block - Study for Chapter 1 Test on Tuesday

       LINK FOR EXTRA REVIEW --
       https://www.bigideasmath.com/protected/content/ipe_cc2/grade%208/extra_help/01/tp_01_ct.htm

ELA

Enjoy the long weekend!!  Get outside and enjoy the fall weather!!

Thursday, October 4, 2018

Social Studies

Study for chapter 11 test.

Science

Finish Changing States- Evaporation Lab

In The Nature of Matter, read pp. 45-55 "Changes of State"
2-Column Notes on Vocabulary in Physical Science Notebook due Friday 10/5/18

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/15/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Bioengineered Products- Food
  • Bioengineered Products- Fuel
  • Earth's Crustal Plates
  • Cell Functions
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion

ELA

Study for vocabulary quiz on literary elements #21-40

Math

A Block - Worksheet 1.2 Practice A #1-9
 [in math notebook / copy the problems]
**BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

B&C Blocks - Worksheet 1.2 Practice B #1-7  AND  #10-11
 [in math notebook / copy the problems]
**BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

D Block - Worksheet 1.4 Practice B
           (TEST Tuesday)

Wednesday, October 3, 2018

Math

A Block - Textbook p. 14 #1,3,4,6,7,8,9,13,15          
                 [in math notebook / copy the problems]
**BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

B&C Blocks - Textbook p. 14 #1, 3, 4   # 6 through 9,   #13 through 16
                [in math notebook / copy the problems]
**BRING SIGNED FORM ABOUT TEXTBOOKS

D Block - Textbook pgs 30-31 #3, #5 through 19  AND  #21-a
                [in math notebook / copy the problems]

Science

Finish Heat, Temperature and Conduction Lab

In The Nature of Matter, read pp. 45-55 "Changes of State"
2-Column Notes on Vocabulary in Physical Science Notebook due Friday 10/5/18

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/15/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Bioengineered Products- Food
  • Bioengineered Products- Fuel
  • Earth's Crustal Plates
  • Cell Functions
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion

ELA

Create quizlet/flashcards for literary elements #31-40 (quiz Friday on #21-40)

Tuesday, October 2, 2018

Social Studies

Finish Crossword Puzzle

Test on chapter 11 this Friday.

Math

A Block - Textbook pgs 7-8 #7-12  AND  #18-23  [math notebook - copy the problems]

B&C Blocks - Textbook pgs 7-9 EVENS #2-28    [math notebook - copy the problems]

D Block - Textbook pgs 24-25 #18-29,  #33-34,  #40-42

Science

What is Between Particles of Matter? Worksheet

In The Nature of Matter, read pp. 45-55 "Changes of State"
2-Column Notes on Vocabulary in Physical Science Notebook due Friday 10/5/18

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/15/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Bioengineered Products- Food
  • Bioengineered Products- Fuel
  • Earth's Crustal Plates
  • Cell Functions
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion

ELA

Continue reading independent novel and taking notes

Monday, October 1, 2018

Science

In The Nature of Matter, read pp. 45-55 "Changes of State"
2-Column Notes on Vocabulary in Physical Science Notebook due Friday 10/5/18

Long-Term Assignment:
JogNog Quizzes due Monday 10/15/18 [2 weeks]
Quiz Grade

  • Bioengineered Products- Food
  • Bioengineered Products- Fuel
  • Earth's Crustal Plates
  • Cell Functions
  • Heat, Energy and Particle Motion

Math

ABC Blocks - worksheet to do in class

D Block - Textbook p 23 #1-2  AND  #6-17 (math notebook)

  BRING SIGNED FORMS ABOUT TEXTBOOKS & JOURNALS