Monday - 6th rough draft due Tuesday (tomorrow) Two papers to read and sign

6th grade: Students were reminded that the rough draft of their animal report is due tomorrow at the start of class. Today we discussed endangered animals. Each team got a short page to read about a specific animal. The teams read the reports and came up with their own ideas on how to help keep the animal from being endangered. Then each team gave a short report explaining how the animal became endangered and what we could do to help. We watched a short youtube video, Extinct is Forever. Then we discussed things we could do to use the resources we have wisely.

7th grade: Students learned a little about balancing scientific equations. We worked on a respiration/photosynthesis cycle. It is not homework and will be finished in class tomorrow.

Students have two papers that need signing and returning. One is a contract for using the new computer lab so students understand what is and is not allowed. The second paper is a Title 1 Student/Parent/School Compact. Please read both these papers with your student and sign and return them ASAP.

Thursday 6th grade rough draft due Tuesday

6th grade: We worked on reports today. The rough draft is due on Tuesday.

7th grade: Today we played with mitosis. Students worked on a really large cell and made mitosis happen. It was interesting.

Wednesday

6th graders worked on their fact sheet for the report that is due October 25th. Tomorrow we will work on the report.

7th graders finished the online quiz to see what they had learned about cellular processes.

I have laryngitis so it was a little tricky today. A special thank-you for the students who made the day easier by working hard and doing what they were asked to do

Tuesday

6th grade: Students might have two different types of homework today. In class we wrote down the vertebrates and two characteristics of each one. Some did not finish that. If it was not done, it is homework. All students have homework to bring in a book, magazine, or information off the of the Internet to help them with their animal report. Students have had two days to get this information together.

In class we went to the lab and played a team game to see how much the students knew about vertebrates. We will do this game again with invertebrates so the students are prepared for the upcoming test on November 2nd. Remember, the rough draft of your animal report is due October 25th, one week from today. We will work on it in class tomorrow, after that, you are on your own.

We also began a discussion on endangered animals.

7th grade: Today we took a hypothesis and the students had to write out an experiment to go with the hypothesis. Then we started the experiment. Next we played a game on Plato to see if they remembered the facts we learned yesterday about cellular processes. We started a quiz and will finish that tomorrow.

Monday

6th Grade: The rubric for the animal report was handed out today. Students drew from a sack to get their animal. The rough draft is due on Tuesday October 25th. I will correct the papers, hand them back and then the student will be able to correct any mistakes. Each student is responsible on Wednesday to bring information; from the internet, a book, or a magazine (use the library) to work on their report on Wednesday. They will then finish it at home and turn it in on Tuesday. This first draft must be handwritten. If they write neatly, all the following reports can be typed. If they still need practice writing neatly, they will practice that. The final report is due November 15th. Posters and an oral report will be due then also. This is a big deal, 125 points. Please follow your rubric and the instructions.

7th grade:We learned about Mitosis and Meiosis today. We watched a presentation that allowed students to better view what happened. Their homework is to find out what the word Mutation means.

Thursday Parent Teacher Conferences

We are having parent-teacher conferences tonight from 4:30 to 7:30.

I have been gone this week to a conference on alcohol and drug abuse. That is why there have been no postings.

Tuesday: 6th and 7th grade worked on measuring using Standard measurements and Metric

Wednesday:
6th grade: Watched a movie on how seeds are dispersed and filled out a worksheet during the movie
7th grade: Was supposed to watch Plato, but it didn't cooperate. So they watched an interesting movie on volcanoes.

Thursday:
6th grade: Students studied different classes of invertebrates and then reported to the class what they learned.
7th grade: We started the Plato session on cell processes.

Tuesday - no school Thursday and Monday

6th grade: We reviewed invertebrates today and then teams worked together to determine if pictures of invertebrates had asymmetrical symmetry, radial symmetry or bilateral symmetry. Finally we worked again on the difference between dicot plants and monocot plants by tracing leaves.

7th grade: We reviewed the vocabulary words for element, molecule and compound and looked at the molecules and compounds we made yesterday to emphasize what we learned. Then students got into teams and filled out the chart from yesterday. We learned what elements went into our foods, how they functioned and what foods were carbogydrates, lipids, proteins and then we covered nucleic acids also.

Part of TALL was spent in an assembly on not bullying. The high school class officers came and presented a short presentation to the middle school students.

Tonight is a meeting at the middle school dealing with how school patrons want the funds used for the school. The meeting begins at 6:30.

Parent teacher conferences will be moved back to October 13th.

Monday

6th grade: Today we completed the overview of invertebrates. We dealt with Annelids, Arthropods and Echinoderms. Students were given their science tests and we reviewed again how to correct it properly if they desire to improve their grades. A student can raise their grade by half of the points they lost. However, the answers must all be in complete sentences so they better learn the material they did not master before the test. Handwriting must be neat, spelling must be correct, and the test must be handed in before their class starts.

7th grade: Students learned about elements and compounds as we used the molecule kit to make different compounds. Then we returned to the classroom and started working on the chart that explains the uses of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. This includes the material on 76-78. We will finish that in school tomorrow.

Remember, Thursday is a teacher work day and Monday is a holiday so students have five days off.

Thursday - 6th graders bring back your parent signed sheet.

6th grade: We began learning about invertebrates on Plato today. Students had a worksheet to fill in. We also discussed the importance of doing our very best in school, at home and in our lives.

7th grade: We corrected last night's homework. It took quite awhile.

The school had a fire drill today and then we met in the auditorium. The students who had 100% attendance for the last month were involved in a drawing for $25.00. Bryson, Kyler, and Shanelle all won. Then, because the 6th graders had the most 100% attendance, 6 of them were chosen to for a special ride in a limousine next week. We are strongly encouraging students to come to school unless they are contagious.

Wednesday 7th grade homework 6th grade paper

6th grade: We corrected the tests today. Papers have gone home for parents to sign. These papers explain how students can fix their tests and earn back half of the points they missed. Make sure your parent or guardian see, read and sign these papers. If you want to keep the paper, sign the bottom section, cut it off and return it to school - by tomorrow if possible,but by Monday for 10 points.

7th: Students are not taking a test on this section. They will, however have homework tonight to sum up the chapter. Page 69 1-10 Complete sentences page 70 11-15 Complete sentences pt 71 1-5 just the letter, not complete sentences (test practice) and then 6 a complete sentence.

Tuesday - 7th grade worksheet due at the start of class tomorrow

6th grade: The sixth graders took their first test today. We will correct it tomorrow.

7th grade: We discussed how drugs, including alcohol and tobacco can injure the nerve cells in our bodies. Students drew nerve cells and blood cells. Then students worked on the chart of Function, Location and Description of the cells organelles. This is homework if the student did not finish it in class.

Monday

6th grade: Students reviewed for tomorrow's test. We went over every single question on the test. Students were allowed to take notes on the test questions. We discussed the best way to answer the questions in complete sentences. The test will be tomorrow.

7th grade: Students worked on their cell today. Each team was to bring items to make their cell. Students will be graded on participation and supplying the required materials as decided by the teams on Wednesday and Thursday of last week.

Thursday

6th grade: We corrected pages A34-35. Then we reviewed in our book how to study for the test. Some students chose to take their science books home this week-end to study for the test on Tuesday. Monday we will review for the test.

7th grade: We cleaned up our science experiment with the flowers. Then we worked on reading a graph. We discussed a few questions that might be on the ISAT. Then students planned out their cells for our activity on Monday. Remember, your cell drawing is due on Monday.

Wednesday 6th grade homework

6th grade: Today we learned about angiosperms and the differences between dicots and monocots. Then we examined the different plants that represent gymnosperms and angiosperms. We returned to class and reviewed tonight's homework assignment. We talked about how to do it correctly, reviewed the questions. Students worked on it for twenty minutes. They also had thirty minutes in TALL to finish the assignment. The homework is A34-35 1-20 in Complete Sentences C.S. We have a unit test coming up on Tuesday Sept. 27th. It will cover A2-A33.

7th grade: Students worked on finishing their cell pictures. The pictures are due on Monday, September 26th. Then students made team flash cards to practice their cell organelles and learn the functions. We will be making a team cell on Monday. Students need to discuss with their team what they are supposed to bring.

Tuesday 6th grade test next week

6th grade: We reviewed the three types of plants we discussed yesterday. As a class, we went outside and saw examples of the different types of plants. Then we came back in and watched power point presentations of each of the first three groups. Tomorrow we will do the final group, vascular, seed-bearing, flowering plants. This section covers A20-A31.

7th grade: We learned more about cells today. We watched two videos explaining the functions of the cell organelles. Students continued drawing their cells. They also looked through a microscope at a thin slice of potato to see the cells.

Monday

6th grade: Today students brought plant parts to class. We discussed three of the four different types of plants. We learned about xylem and phloem and what vascular meant. Tomorrow we will review today's material and then move onto the last plant group.

7th grade: Students are learning about cells. In class they drew a plant and animal cell. They will spend part of tomorrow learning the function of each cell part. (pg 60-67)

Thursday 6th graders Monday bring a plant part

6th grade: We learned about the Fungus kingdom today. On Monday we start on the Plant Kingdom. All students are to bring a plant part.

7th grade: We corrected the first homework assignment. We also began work on a microscope page.

Wednesday 7th grade homework

The school had pictures today.

6th grade: students practiced taking notes while we studied a power point presentation on protists.

7th grade: Students reviewed the week's vocabulary. Then we took the time to draw the organisms we saw in the microscope. The 7th grade has homework. It is page 49 1-3. Notice however, that each question has three parts. All answers are to be complete sentences and correct spelling.It would also be a good idea to have the answers correct!

Tuesday Pictures tomorrow

Tomorrow the school is doing pictures. All students will have their picture taken for the yearbook and for activity cards. Usually pictures are first thing in the morning.

6th grade: Today in 6th grade we tasted different foods made with fungi and bacteria. We discussed the differences of the 5/6 kingdoms. Students were reminded that fungi and bacteria are not plants or animals, but they have their own kingdom.

7th grade: We reviewed homeostasis, learned about autotrophs and heterotrophs, reviewed prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells. Then we practiced using our eyes, hand lenses, and microscopes to view newspaper pictures. Students recorded the differences.

Monday - Picture Day is Wednesday

Wednesday is picture day. All students will have their picture taken. However, if students wish to purchase the pictures, they must have their money on Wednesday. Papers were sent home today informing parents about cost etc.

In 6th grade we drew food webs. Then we learned about bacteria while learning to outline notes. Tomorrow we will be learning about the foods we get from fungus and bacteria.

7th graders checked their flowers and wrote down the information. Then we attempted to build a graph. First we tried a line graph, but that didn't work. Then we tried a bar graph and that did work. Finally, we learned about the history of microscopes in a power point presentation.