School House Rock – Three Ring Circus
Week of May 21 – 25
|
|
May 21 – 28 |
|
|
SUBJECT |
WHAT WE’RE STUDYING |
EXTRA INFO. |
|
Math
|
|
Quiz –Tuesday – Lessons 1 & 2
We are using our protractors and compasses for this chapter. Helpful math websites: http://www.mathplayground.com/measuringangles.html http://www.ezschool.com/Games/Angles.html http://www.helpingwithmath.com/printables/worksheets/geometry/4md6measuring_angles02.htm Math Help: on THURSDAY this week from 3:15-3:45
|
|
Science
|
|
Chapter 9 Test: Monday
Volcano Project: Eruption Day 2012 will be during the week of May 28th. All volcanoes should be brought to school by Tuesday, May 29th and we will look at the weather forecast to determine which day we will erupt our volcanoes! LAB: Wednesday – Science with Engineers – Rockets in Flight http://sciencewiththeengineers.com/ Thursday – What buildings are less damaged by an earthquake? |
|
Social Studies
|
~The Industrial Revolution ~Project: And Now for the Evening News…
|
Unit 5 Test: Lessons 1-5 only –Thursday, May 31
School House Rock – “The Preamble” “I’m Just a Bill” “Three Ring Circus” |
Monday, May 21 – Let’s have a great week!
Tuesday, May 22 – Don’t forget your gym clothes!
Thursday, May 24 – Math Help from 3:15-3:45 in Room 7
Friday, May 25 – Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!
Monday, May 28 – MEMORIAL DAY – No School
Week of May 14 – 18
|
May 14 – 18 |
||
|
SUBJECT |
WHAT WE’RE STUDYING |
EXTRA INFO. |
|
Math
|
|
Ch. 9 Test: Monday, May 14th
Math Help: on THURSDAY this week from 3:15-3:45
NOTE: Students will need a safe drawing compass and protractor starting on Tuesday. |
|
Science
|
|
Chapter 9 Test: Monday, May 21
Ch. 9 Study Guide and Review due Thursday Volcano Project Deadline extended! Eruption Day 2012 will be during the week of May 28th. All volcanoes should be brought to school by Tuesday, May 29thand we will look at the weather forecast to determine which day we will erupt our volcanoes!
Field trip: Cranbrook Institute of Science – We are still in need of drivers/chaperones. Please e-mail us! |
|
Social Studies
|
~The Bill of Rights ~3 branches of government ~The Louisiana Purchase
|
In this unit, the students will learn about the development of the Constitution and continued growth of our country.
School House Rock: “The Preamble” “I’m Just a Bill” |
Monday, May 14 –Please bring in food items, hygiene products and clothing items for the 8th Grade Food Pantry Drive.
Tuesday, May 15 – Room 8 Mass – Join us!
Don’t forget your library books and gym clothes!
Thursday, May 17 – Math Help from 3:15-3:45 in Room 7
Friday, May 18 – Field trip to Cranbrook Institute of Science
Dance Party, grades 3-5 in the Gym 5-7 PM
Helpful Math websites for Chapter 9 skills
http://www.helpingwithmath.com
Look under Decimals – Multiplying & Dividing – offers great math review and worksheets
http://www.mathplayground.com/howto_multiplydecimals.html
Wonderful video created by kids!
Week of May 7-11
|
|
May 7 – 11 |
|
|
SUBJECT |
WHAT WE’RE STUDYING |
EXTRA INFO. |
|
Math
|
|
Ch. 9 Test: Monday, May 14th
Math Help: on THURSDAY this week Each week, I will be available from 3:15-3:45 for extra help with math. Please meet in Room 7. NOTE: Students will need a safe drawing compass and protractor for our next chapter. We will need these tools by May 15th.
|
|
Science
|
|
In Chapter 9, we will about Earth’s layers, what causes earthquakes and volcanoes, and how weathering and erosion change Earth’s surface.
Volcano Project: Deadline extended! Eruption Day 2012 will be during the week of May 28th. All volcanoes should be brought to school by Tuesday, May 29th and we will look at the weather forecast to determine which day we will erupt our volcanoes!
LAB: Drilling Into the Earth Chapter 9 Test: Tuesday, May 22nd |
|
Social Studies
|
~NW Territory ~Shay’s Rebellion ~Virginia Plan ~New Jersey Plan |
In this unit, the students will learn about the development of the Constitution and continued growth of our country.
School House Rock – “The Preamble” |
Monday, May 7 – Alternate dress code begins. Please see handbook for details.
Please bring in food items, hygiene products and clothing items for the 8th Grade Food Pantry Drive.
Tuesday, May 8 – Don’t forget your library books and gym clothes!
Wednesday, May 9 – Bring your instruments to school for band!
Coffee with Mrs. Ball – topic: Summer Resources – 9 a.m. in the FSCR
Thursday, May 10 – Math Help from 3:15-3:45 in Room 7
Friday, May 11 – TGIF!
National Day of Prayer
This Thursday is the National Day of Prayer. Please check out the website to learn more:
Week of April 30 – May 4
|
|
April 30 – May 4 |
|
|
SUBJECT |
WHAT WE’RE STUDYING |
EXTRA INFO. |
|
Math
|
|
Quiz – Tuesday, May 1 – Lessons 1-4,6-7
Math Help: on THURSDAY this week Each week, I will be available from 3:15-3:45 for extra help with math. Please meet in Room 7. |
|
Science
|
|
In Chapter 9, we will about Earth’s layers, what causes earthquakes and volcanoes, and how weathering and erosion change Earth’s surface.
Volcano Project: The students will learn about this exciting project on Monday! LAB: Drilling Into the Earth |
|
Social Studies
|
|
Unit 4 Test: Monday, April 30th
We will be watching parts of the History Channel’s AMERICA THE STORY OF US. Unit 5 Flip Vocabulary: 26 terms –due Thursday |
Monday, April 30 – A new week begins! Food Drive begins! Please bring in food items, hygiene products and clothing items.
Tuesday, May 1 – No Mass
Don’t forget your library books and gym clothes!
Wednesday, May 2 – Bring your instruments to school for band!
Girls Scout service opportunity @ the St. Regis Women Spring Luncheon
Thursday, May 3 – National Day of Prayer
Friday, May 4 – Mother’s Day Program – ½ day- Students will arrive at 8:30 AM Mass with their guest. The crowning of the Blessed Mother will take place followed by a short program and classroom visits.
Note: Students will need a safe drawing compass and protractor for our next chapter in math. These items will be used starting May 14th.