Language Arts 12/23

1) Mid-Year Assessment Review Packet is due on January 6th.  Make sure you complete ALL exercises to receive credit!!!

2) Mid-Year Exam is on January 14th.  

3) Have a safe and happy vacation!!!!!

History 12/22

Please be sure that all vocabulary for 12.4 is complete.  Don't forget the midyear is January 7th!!

Language Arts 12/22

1) Mid-Year Assessment Review Packet is due on January 6th.  Bring it to school tomorrow!

2) Mid-Year Exam is on January 14th.  

History 12/19

Great work on quizzes today:)
Please read #98 and complete questions on a lined piece of paper.  No RED pen!
Complete the Map Skills on #99

algebra, 12/19

a-c block:   finish practice sheet 13-4

d-block:  finish practice sheet 8.4B

Language Arts 12//19

1) STUDY!!! Use your chapter summaries, review sheet, quotes sheet, and notes from class to help you prepare for the test on Monday.  

2) Bring your mid-year assessment review packet to school on Monday and Tuesday.  The completed packet is due on January 6th.

3) 8th Grade ELA Mid-Year Assessment is on January 14th.

Science December 18th 2014

Using your Nature of Matter Book
Go to page 59 and research ARCHIMEDES PRINCIPLE 

Take notes and study what it is ab out, you may or may not have a pop quiz about it tomorrow. I may or may not let you use your notes..

Marino

History 12/18

Study for your quiz on Chapter 12, Section 3
Possible short answer questions:
When was Temujin elected Genghis Khan?
What two things were the Mongols known for?
What accomplishments did the Mongols have under the leadership of Genghis Khan?
Who controlled Genghis Khan's empire after his death?
How was Kublai Khan related to Genghis Khan?
Which dynasty did the Mongols end in China?
How did Kublai Khan strengthen government?
What religion did the Mongols adopt?
What trade route did the Mongols use to become wealthy?
Where was Marco Polo from?

Language Arts 12/18

1) Chapter 6 and summary are due tomorrow!

2) Begin researching your topic for your group project.  Research should be independently by each person in the group.  REMEMBER TO DO A WORKS CITED PAGE FOR ALL OF YOUR RESEARCH!!!!!

3) Test on chapters 1-6 will be next Monday.  Use your chapter summary and the review sheet given in class to help you prepare!
Chapters 1-6 Review Sheet

Science Wednesday December 17th

Tonight just design two word problems that demonstrate an understanding of density;

Example-

What is the density of an object that has a width of 45cm, height of 100 cm and a length of 75 cm and a mass of 500 g?

Then, on a separate page write out the equations do out the math, and give the answers.  Tomorrow as a warm up we will swap problems with our lab partners.

History 12/17

Vocabulary # 93 and Guided Reading #94
Please begin studying for the Chapter 12, Section 3 Quiz
Read Chapter 12, Section 3 if you haven't already!
The midyear is scheduled for January 7th with a review being held after school on the 6th!

Language Arts 12/17

1) VOCABULARY QUIZ TOMORROW!!!  Be sure to know the first ten words on your list.  Use your two-column notes to help you prepare.

2) Chapter 5 and summary are due on Thursday.  Chapter 6 and summary are due on Friday!

3) Begin researching your topic for your group project.  Research should be independently by each person in the group.  REMEMBER TO DO A WORKS CITED PAGE FOR ALL OF YOUR RESEARCH!!!!!

4) Test on chapters 1-6 will be next Monday.  Use your chapter summary and the review sheet given in class to help you prepare!

algebra, 12/16

a-c block:   1) pg. 177, # 11-23 (odd)
                   2) pg. 169, # 30-34
                   3) study for wed quiz

d-block:   1) 4.2C, #1-21
                 2) study for wed quiz

Language Arts 12/16

1) Finish reading chapter 4.  Chapter 4 and summary are due tomorrow.

2) Chapter 5 and summary are due on Thursday.  Chapter 6 and summary are due on Friday!

3) Begin researching your topic for your group project.  Research should be independently by each person in the group.  REMEMBER TO DO A WORKS CITED PAGE FOR ALL OF YOUR RESEARCH!!!!!

4) Vocabulary Quiz on the first ten words will be on Thursday.

5) Test on chapters 1-6 will be next Monday.  Use your chapter summary and the review sheet given in class to help you prepare!

!!!SCIENCE ANNOUNCEMENT!!!

I AM STAYING AFTER SCHOOL TUESDAY FOR EXTRA HELP ON DENSITY FOR 30 MINS. 

Science December 15th, 2014

Tonight's science homework is to write a one paragraph narrative on the actual process of determining the density of a cube.

Start by explaining how you will determine the VOLUME of the cube. Giving a step by step procedure and listing the materials you will use. Be clear about the math.

Next, go over how to use the triple beam balance in determining the MASS.

Lastly,
explain how you use both pieces of data to conclude the DENSITY.

DON'T FORGET TO EXPLAIN THE UNITS YOU WILL USE IN ALL THE STEPS.

BRING IT TO CLASS TOMORROW.

  

algebra, 12/15

a-c block:   pg. 169, #20-28
                  pg. 177, #12-24 (even)


d-block:   pg. 221-222, #20-30 (find the x AND y intercept for each problem, and graph)
                 pg. 221-222,#60-63

Language Arts 12/15

1) Begin reading chapter 4.  Chapter 4 and summary are due on Wednesday.

2) Chapter 5 and summary are due on Thursday.  Chapter 6 and summary are due on Friday!

3) Begin researching your topic for your group project.  Research should be independently by each person in the group.  REMEMBER TO DO A WORKS CITED PAGE FOR ALL OF YOUR RESEARCH!!!!!

4) Vocabulary Quiz on the first ten words will be on Thursday.

5) Test on chapters 1-6 will be next Monday.  Use your chapter summary and the review sheet given in class to help you prepare!

Science Friday 12/12

The homework over the weekend is due this Monday.

Take the homework that was due today (Friday December 12th) and calculate the density of each block. Use the mass that I gave you in class.

Also, 
take the new worksheet and do the same. BOTH are due Monday December 15th.

If you lost them, I posted them on Google Classroom.

E-Mail me if you have any questions

jmarino@bpsk12.org 

History 12/12

Fill out #85 to help you prepare for your quiz.
The quiz on 12.2  is Monday.  Please be sure to study your Confucianism and Buddhism notes!

Below here are some sample short answer questions:

How did farming improve under the Tang Dynasty?
How did the printing process help the Chinese people?
Besides products, what else was transported along the Silk Rd.?

Language Arts 12/12

1) Chapter 3 with summary is due on Monday!

Science Homework December 11th 2014

COMPLETE THE WORK SHEET DONE IN  CLASS, HERE IS A PHOTO OF IT. YOU CAN PRINT OR REDRAW IT. SHOW ALL WORK!!!!

Language Arts 12/11

1) Chapters 1 and 2 WITH CHAPTER SUMMARIES of Roll of Thunder are due tomorrow.  Be prepared for a D.Y.R.T. quiz, and bring your book to class for discussion and to read chapter 3.  
Roll of Thunder Unit Overview

SCIENCE HOMEWORK DEC 10TH 2014

Tonight,
research what "Density"  is. 

Now design a demonstration that I could do in the front of the class that would demonstrate what density is.

This step by step procedure should include the necessary materials to complete this task.

example;

come up with two containers of the same volume and shape, with different matter in them. Explain how you would judge which is more or less dense.

E mail me if you have any questions.

MARINO

Language Arts 12/10

1) The final draft of your research paper is due tomorrow!! Please make sure you have your final draft, works cited page, peer edit sheet, and all your research printed and ready to turn in PRIOR to coming to class! No one will be allowed to print during class, and any essay not turned in will be considered late.

2) Chapters 1 and 2 of Roll of Thunder are due on Friday.  Be sure to read a little bit each night, and bring your book to class for some extra reading time.  
Roll of Thunder Unit Overview

algebra, 12/10

all blocks:   animal poster project due on Monday, 12/15

algebra, 12/9

a-c block:  none, had a quiz

d-block:   no homework

Language Arts 12/9

1) Continue working on the final draft of your research paper.  All final drafts are due in class on Thursday!  Please be sure to print your essays with your works cited page before coming to school.

Science December 8th 2014

Tonight complete reading chapter 3 section 2 in your chemistry book

Answer questions 1-5 on page 76

List and define the key terms found throughout the section

DON'T FORGET TO ANSWER NUMBER 5!!!

THANKS,
Marino

algebra, 12/8

a-c block:   1)  practice 3.3B, #8-26 (even)
                   2) practice 3.4B #8-24 (even)
                   3) study for Tuesday quiz 3.3-3.4

d-block:    1)  Finish 'average man' sheet (put in regular x-values into table of values)
                 2) 4.2B  (Complete the right hand column of questions)

Language Arts 12/8

1) Continue revising and editing your rough draft.  The final draft of your research paper is due on Thursday!!

algebra, 12/5

a-c block:  practice sheet 3.5B, #2,3,5,6,8-11,13-16

d-block: pg. 214-215, #24-26, 30-35, 42-55, 60, 61

Language Arts 12/5

1) Finish writing your concluding paragraph.  You should now be finished with the rough draft of your research paper!   :)

2) The final draft of the research paper will be due next Thursday!!

GOOD JOB ON THE QUIZ TODAY EVERYONE!

GRADES WILL BE ON ASPEN SHORTLY IF THEY ARE NOT UP ALREADY.

HOMEWORK THIS WEEKEND IS TO READ CHAPTER 3 SECTION 1 IN THE CHEMISTRY BOOK. LIST AND DEFINE THE KEY TERMS AND ANSWER REVIEW QUESTIONS 1-5 ON PAGE 69.

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS, SOME OF YOU LIKE TO "FORGET TO DO THE LAST ONE".

THANKS,
HAVE A DELIGHTFUL WEEKEND!

Science DUE FRIDAY DEC 5th

WE HAVE A QUIZ ON CHAPTER 2 SECTION 1 CHEMISTRY BOOK THIS FRIDAY.

5 QUESTION QUIZ.

STUDY HOMEWORK AND WHAT WE HAVE GONE OVER CLASS THIS WEEK

- KEY TERMS ---

CHEMICAL EQUATIONS
REACTANT
PRODUCT
ENDOTHERMIC
EXOTHERMIC
NUMBERS 1-4 ON PAGE 45

History 12/3

The Chinese Social Ladder #82

algebra, 12/3

a-c block:   practice 3.4C, #1-19

d-block:   pg. 214-215, #12-23, 27, 28, 36-41

Language Arts 12/3

1) Finish going through the Body Paragraph Checklist to edit and revise your three body paragraphs.

2) Complete your introductory paragraph for Friday's class.

3) The final draft of the research paper will be due next Thursday!!

algebra, 12/2

a-c block:   pg. 157, #13-41 (odd)

d-block:   pg. 206-208, # 7, 8, 10-32

History 12/2

Continue reading Chapter 12, Section 2 and complete #80 & 81

Language Arts 12/2

1) Finish writing your body paragraphs.  For class tomorrow, all three body paragraphs should be completed (at least ten sentences per paragraph including topic sentences, in-text citations, transitions within the paragraphs, and transitions connecting the paragraphs to each other).

Science

This homework is due this Wednesday 
Chapter 3 Section 1

Key terms

Answer Review Questions 1-4 on page 69

History 12/1

Begin reading Chapter 12, Section 2 and complete vocabulary #'s 78 & 79.

Language Arts 12/1

1) Finish writing the first body paragraph of your research paper. Make sure to include the topic sentence, transitions between new pieces of information, and a concluding/transition sentence at the end of the paragraph.  The specific directions are on Google Classroom!  

algebra, 12/1

a-c block:   pg. 157, #12-40 (even)
                  must show all steps on both sides of the equation to receive credit

d-block:  finish 1) 3.8A practice sheet
                          2) 9-7 practice sheet

Language Arts 11/26

1) HAVE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!!

2) Bring your research to class on Monday to start writing your research paper.

Language Arts 11/25

1) Anyone who still needs to do the oral presentation will do so tomorrow.

algebra, 11/24

a-c block:    practice sheet 9-7  ,  finish sheet


d-block:  none, had a quiz

History 11/24

Study for your quiz!
Guided Reading Sheet #73

Language Arts 11/24

1) The FINAL DRAFT of your interview essay is due TOMORROW!!!!!!  Please be sure to have the final draft printed and ready to turn in by the start of class.  You will not be allowed to leave the classroom to print, and they will be considered late.  I will collect them right at the start of class.
Interview Essay Rubric

2) We will finish presentations tomorrow!

History 11/21

Begin studying for your Chapter 12, Section 1 Quiz

algebra, 11/21

a-c block:   practice 3.3C, #2-26 (even)

d-block: 
                2) study for quiz on Monday 3.5-3.7

Language Arts 11/21

1) Continue revising and editing the rough draft of your interview essay.  Final draft is due on Tuesday.
Interview Essay Rubric

2) Practice your presentation!  We will continue with them on Monday.

History 11/20

Pg. 415 #'s 1 - 5, skip #3

algebra, 11/20

a-c block:  3.3C, #1-27 (odd)
                  show all work on a separate paper for credit

d-block:  pg. 177, #11-29

algebra, 11/19

a-c block:   pg. 148-149 , #3-43 (odd)

d-block:   1) pg. 164, #17
                2) pg. 169-171, #5-16, 20-23, 40-43, 49, 53-55

Language Arts 11/18

1) Continue revising and editing the rough draft of your interview essay.  
Interview Essay Rubric

2) Continue working on the oral presentation of your novel.  Presentations will begin on Thursday! You should follow the directions on these handouts:
Multicultural Literature Unit Overview
Oral Presentation Directions

3) Personal Pronoun Quiz is TOMORROW!  Be sure to study your notes and your review guide!
Personal Pronoun Review Guide

algebra, 11/17

a-c block:   1) pg. 148, #4-36 (even)
                   2) study for Tuesday quiz 3.1-3.2

d-block:     1) prac. 3.4C, #1-21
                  2) study for Tuesday quiz 3.3-3.4

History 11/17

Please read China's Grand Canal and answer the questions that go along with the reading.  #67

Language Arts 11/17

1) Continue revising and editing the rough draft of your interview essay.  We will finish peer editing tomorrow in class.
Interview Essay Rubric

2) Continue working on the oral presentation of your novel.  Presentations will begin on Thursday! You should follow the directions on these handouts:
Multicultural Literature Unit Overview
Oral Presentation Directions

3) Personal Pronoun Quiz is on Wednesday.  Be sure to study your notes and your review guide!
Personal Pronoun Review Guide

History 11/14

Continue reading Chapter 12, Section 1
Complete 61 & 62

algebra, 11/14

a-c block:  practice sheet 3.2C, #4-21

d-block:  1) Arrowhead sheet, finish 1-10  (write equation and solve)
               2) astronaut sheet, #1-5 (write equation and solve)

Language Arts 11/14

1) Continue revising and editing the rough draft of your interview essay.  We will peer edit next week.
Interview Essay Rubric

2) Continue working on the oral presentation of your novel for next week.  You should follow the directions on these handouts:
Multicultural Literature Unit Overview
Oral Presentation Directions

3) Personal Pronoun Review Guide is due on Monday.  Please spend time and effort on this sheet to help prepare you for the quiz on Wednesday.
Personal Pronoun Review Guide

History 11/13

Read #57 "The Great Wall of China"

 Please answer these questions on a separate piece of paper.

1.  What is the main attraction people trade to China to visit?  How long has it been in existence?

2.  What is the succession of dynasties in China, beginning with the building of the Great Wall of China?

3.  What was the original purpose of the Great Wall?  How has that purpose changed over time?

4.  What are the dimensions of the wall?

5.  Please answer this questions thoughtfully and support your answer.

There was once talk of destroying the Great Wall.  Why do you think people considered this?  Would you support this action or oppose it?  Why?

algebra, 11/13

a-c block:   pg. 142, #24-47

d-block:  pg 157, #5-39 (odd)

Language Arts 11/13

1) Completed rough drafts will be checked TOMORROW for a quiz grade!
Interview Essay Rubric

2) Continue working on the oral presentation of your novel for next week.  You should follow the directions on these handouts:
Multicultural Literature Unit Overview
Oral Presentation Directions

3) Personal Pronoun Review Guide is due on Monday.  Please spend time and effort on this sheet to help prepare you for the quiz on Wednesday.
Personal Pronoun Review Guide

algebra, 11/12

a-c block:  prac. 3.1C, #1-30 
                  must show all work on separate paper to get credit

d-block:  pg. 157, #4-40 (even)
                must show all steps in equation to get credit

History 11/12

Begin reading Chapter 12, Section 1 on pg. 409
Complete Vocabulary #'s 59 & 60
I will be collecting your Africa maps tomorrow!!

Language Arts 11/12

1) Finish the rough draft of your interview essay.  Completed rough drafts will be checked on Friday for a quiz grade!

2) Continue working on the oral presentation of your novel for next week.  You should follow the directions on the assignment sheet:
Multicultural Literature Unit Overview

3) Begin studying your pronoun notes for the quiz that will be next Wednesday.  I will give you a study guide to help you prepare later this week!

History 11/7

Have a good weekend!

algebra, 11/7

a-c block:    pg. 135, #4-9, 21-41
                    (must show all steps in equation to get credit)

d-block:   1) practice 3.3C, #2-26 (even)
                2) Grape sheet, #1-8  (must show equations and all work on a separate sheet)

Language Arts 11/7

1) Use the long weekend to get caught up on your interview essay if you have fallen behind.  All students should have the introductory paragraph and three body paragraphs completed for Wednesday's class.

2) If you have not already done so, finish reading your novel over the weekend.
3) Bring your research material to class each day!

Sci Homework Nov 6th

STUDY THESE WORDS FOR TOMORROWS ACTIVITY;

CHAPTER 1 SECTION 2 VOCAB.

ION
IONIC BOND
COVENANT BOND
COMPOUND
METALLIC BOND
MOLECULE
POLAR BOND
CHEMICAL FORMULA

algebra, 11/6

all blocks:   Clean out binders (for everything from chapter 1 + 2)
                    - keep all practice sheets in a folder at home (we might use them to review for midyear
                    - classnotes and homework :  option to either throw out at home OR keep in a folder at
                      home. 
                     - keep all tests and quizzes at home

Language Arts 11/6

1) Finish your thesis and your body paragraphs tonight.  You should have all three body paragraphs finished for tomorrow's class.

2) Read!! Bring your book to class each day to get some reading done during class.

3) Bring your research material to class each day!

History 11/5

Pg. 478 #'s 1-12

Study for your test!

Language Arts 11/5

1) Continue writing the introductory paragraph of your interview essay.  Completed rough drafts are due next Wednesday.

2) Read!! Bring your book to class each day to get some reading done during class.

3) Bring your research material to class each day!

Sci Homework MONDAY NOV 3rd

Quiz Wednesday on Chapter 1 Section 2

Also, 
Read Chapter 1 Section 2 in the Chem book and take notes, I may let you use notes on the quiz,
Answer questions 1-4 on page 24 in CHEM book.

Marino

algebra, 11/3

a-c block:  finish probability worksheets 6 + 7.
                  must show work for credit, either on sheet or on separate sheet
                  quiz on Thursday, 2.6-2.8

d-block:     pg. 148-149, # 3-8, 19-40.   must show all work for credit
                  quiz on Thursday, 3.1-3.2

History 11/3

Guided Reading #164
Study for your Chapter 13 Test!

Language Arts 11/3

1) Conduct your interview!! Try to have your interview finished by Wednesday.

2) Read!! Bring your book to class each day to get some reading done during class.

3) Bring your research material to class each day!

algebra, 10/31

all blocks:  no homework

Language Arts 10/31

1) Conduct your interview!! Try to have your interview finished by Wednesday.

2) Read!! Bring your book to class each day to get some reading done during class.

3) Bring your research material to class on Monday!

History 10/30

Chapter 13, Section 3 Review
Pg. 476 1 -6, skip #3

algebra, 10/30

a-c block:  practice 2.7C, #1-29

d-block:   pg. 144,  #62-82

Language Arts 10/30

1) Conduct your interview!! Try to have your interview finished by next Wednesday.

2) Read!! Bring your book to class each day to get some reading done during class.

3) Bring your research material to class tomorrow!

Science Homework

Chapter 1 Section 1 Review Questions 1-4  PAGE 15  CHEMISTRY BOOKS!

History 10/29

Vocabulary 161

Language Arts 10/29

1) Conduct your interview!! Try to have your interview finished by next Wednesday.

2) Read!! Bring your book to class each day to get some reading done during class.
3) Bring your research material to class tomorrow!

algebra, 10/29

a-c block:  pg. 117-118, #4-18, 22-25, 28-30

d-block:  pg. 142-143, # 24-54, 56

History 10/28

Vocabulary 159 & 160
Continue reading Chapter 13, Section 3

algebra, 10/28

a-c block:  pg. 111-112, # 6-66 (even)

d-block:  pg. 135, # 4-41

Language Arts 10/28

1) Using the master list created today in class (posted on Google Classroom) select the 20-25 questions you plan on bringing to your interview.

2) Read!! Bring your book to class each day to get some reading done during class.

3) We will begin doing research for the Multicultural Literature Unit this week.  To take notes, you will either use index cards, paper, or Google Documents.  If you would like to use index cards or paper, please make sure you have them in class tomorrow.

Science Homework Oct 27th

Please read Chapter 2 Section 2 and answer questions 1-4 on page 52

Also,
I will be staying after school should anyone wish to discuss their current grade in science.

homework, 10/27

all blocks:   no homework, had a quiz

Language Arts 10/27

1) Finish your list of thirty questions!  We will combine all of our questions tomorrow in class to make a master list!

2) Read!! Bring your book to class each day to get some reading done during class.

3) We will begin doing research for the Multicultural Literature Unit this week.  To take notes, you will either use index cards, paper, or Google Documents.  If you would like to use index cards or paper, please make sure you have them in class on Wednesday.

algebra, 10/24

a-c block:   1) 2.5B, #1-33
                   2) 2.6B, # 1-33
                   3) study for Monday quiz 2.4-2.6

d-block:     1) finish probability worksheets 6 +7
                  2) 2.7B, #1-21
                  3) study for quiz Monday 2.6-2.8

Language Arts 10/24

1) Begin reading your novel for the Multicultural Literature Unit.  If you were unable to find a book at our library today, please make sure to get one and begin reading over the weekend.

Science Oct 23rd

I am staying after for anyone who wishes to work on the Breakfast Viscosity Lab that is due tomorrow at 7:40am.  BIG GRADE!!! 

See me or e-mail me if you have questions or concerns. 

jmarino@bpsk12.org 

History 10/23

Sheet #146
Don't forget to study for your quiz tomorrow on Chapter 13, Section 2.
THIS WAS WRITTEN FOR COLE

algebra, 10/23

all blocks:  no homework today

Language Arts 10/23

1) Be prepared to tell me tomorrow in class when and where you will be doing the interview.  Schedule interviews for any day after Tuesday of next week.  
Multicultural Literature Unit Outline Sheet


2) Begin reading your novel that we picked out today at the library.  If you did not find a book to read, please do so immediately (the public library has many options).


3) Study your vocabulary words.  These words will help you as you begin researching and learning about your culture.
Multicultural Literature Vocabulary

algebra, 10/22

a-c block:  finish 'Superman' sheet.  must show 2-3 steps on a separate paper to get credit

d-block:  finish 'gigi' sheet

Language Arts 10/22

1) Unit vocabulary is due tomorrow.  Please make sure you have the definition AND the part of speech for each word!
Multicultural Literature Vocabulary

1) Contact the person you would like to interview BY FRIDAY!  Ask permission to do the interview and set a date and time.  In-person interviews are best, but you are allowed to do them over the phone or through email if needed. 
Multicultural Literature Unit Outline Sheet

History 10/21

Continue reading Chapter 13, Section 2
Quiz on Friday
Vocabulary #'s 142 and 143

algebra, 10/21

a-c block:  finish 'circus' sheet , #1-24
                  must show at least 2-3 steps for each question on separate paper to get credit

d-block:   pg. 117-118, # 2-18, 22-30

Language Arts 10/21

1) Find a person to interview for your Multicultural Literature Unit project.  Follow the directions given in class on provided on the following handouts:
Multicultural Literature Unit Outline Sheet
Preliminary Interview Sheet

2) Unit vocabulary is due on Thursday.  Please make sure you have the definition AND the part of speech for each word!
Multicultural Literature Vocabulary

SCIENCE OCT 20TH 2014

COMPLETE AND BRING THE "COKE BOTTLE LAB QUESTIONS AND REFLECTIONS WORKSHEET" TO CLASS TOMORROW.

IT HAS TWO SIDES!!

YOU CAN FIND IT ON GOOGLE CLASSROOM IF YOU LOST IT.

History 10/20

Begin reading Chapter 13, Section 1 on pg. 460
Complete vocabulary 140 & 141

Language Arts 10/20

1) None!

algebra, 10/20

a-c block:  pg. 103-104, #5-67 (odd)

d-block:  pg. 111-112, # 7- 63 (odd)

algebra, 10/17

a-c block:  pg. 103-104, #6-68 (even)

d-block:   pg. 111-112, #6-64 (even)

algebra, 10/16

a-c block:  finish practice sheet 2.5C, #1-35

d-block: no homework, had a quiz

Language Arts 10/16

1) None!

SCIENCE HOMEWORK 10/15

THIS FRIDAY WE HAVE A QUIZ ON WHAT WE HAVE BEEN  LEARNING IN CLASS.

COVALENT BONDS

IONIC BONDS

ELECTROSTATIC

HIGH AND LOW VISCOSITY

HETEROGENEOUS 

HOMOGENEOUS

MIXTURES

SUBSTANCES

COMPOUNDS

MATTER

BRAINPOP---CHEMICAL BONDS

2.1 QUESTIONS

KEYTERMS

algebra, 10/15

a-c block:  pg. 96-97, # 5-59 (odd)

d-block:  1) finish 2.6C  2) study for quiz 2.4-2.6

Language Arts 10/15

1) NONE :)

algebra, 10/14

a- c block:  pg. 96-97, #6-60 (even)


d-block:  finish 'circus' sheet. show all work on a separate sheet of paper

Language Arts 10/14

1) STUDY!!! The Functions of Nouns Test is tomorrow!  Use your notes, review sheet, and practice exercises to help you prepare.

2) Your Independent Reading Project is due tomorrow.  Make sure you follow the directions to ensure a good grade.
Independent Reading Project #1 Rubric

History 10/10

Vocabulary 124 &125

Language Arts 10/10

1) Finish your independent reading project. Final drafts of all projects are due on the 15th!!!
Independent Reading Project

2) Functions of Nouns Review Sheet is due on Tuesday.  Please make sure you have it completed for class, as we will be using this to review for the test.
Functions of Nouns Review Sheet

3) There will be a functions of nouns test on Wednesday.  Use your notes and exercises from class to study.  I will be after school on Tuesday for extra help.

algebra, 10/9

a-c block:   none, had a quiz

d-block:  pg. 103-104, #5-67 (odd)

Language Arts 10/9

1) STUDY!!! The vocabulary quiz is tomorrow. I have put the definitions on Google Classroom.

2) Work on your independent reading project for at least 20 minutes tonight.  Final drafts of all projects are due on the 15th!!!
Independent Reading Project


3) Functions of Nouns Review Sheet is due on Tuesday.  Please make sure you have it completed for class, as we will be using this to review for the test.
Functions of Nouns Review Sheet

4) There will be a functions of nouns test next Wednesday.  Use your notes and exercises from class to study.  I will be after school on Tuesday for extra help.

History 10/8

We are beginning Chapter 13 on pg. 444

Please begin to read Section 1 and complete Vocabulary #'s 120& 121

Sci Wednesday October 8th

Good Job we're on Chapter 2!!

Answer questions 1-4 on page 44 in your Nature of Matter Book.

If you are in D block, DO IT WELL!!!!

Thanks,

-Mr.Marino

algebra, 10/8

a-c block: 1) pg. 82, #16-32
                 2) pg. 75, #18-30
                 3) study for Thursday's quiz 2.1-2.3

d-block:    pg. 103-104, #6-68 (even)

Language Arts 10/8

1) Continue reading your book. You should be finished with it by Friday!


2) Work on your independent reading project for at least 20 minutes tonight.  Final drafts of all projects are due on the 15th!!!
Independent Reading Project

3) Study your vocabulary words!! There will be a quiz on Friday!

4) There will be a functions of nouns test next Wednesday.  Use your notes and exercises from class to study.  I will be after school on Tuesday for extra help.

Sci Tuesday Octth

Science homework tonight is to Complete questions 17, 18 and 19 on page 37 in your Nature of Matter Book.  COMPLETE SENTENCES PLEASE.

Thanks,
Mr. Marino

History 10/7

Complete 47, 48 and word search 49

algebra, 10/7

a-c block:  Finish 'balloons' sheet

d-block:  pg. 96-97, #5-59 (odd), 64-67

Language Arts 10/7

1) Continue reading your book. You should be finished with it by Friday!


2) Work on your independent reading project for at least 20 minutes tonight.  Final drafts of all projects are due on the 15th!!!
Independent Reading Project

3) Study your vocabulary words!! There will be a quiz on Friday!

4) There will be a functions of nouns test next Wednesday.  Use your notes and exercises from class to study.  I will be after school on Tuesday for extra help.

Sci Monday Oct 6th

Complete questions 1-4 in the Nature of Matter Book Chapter 1 Section 3

Pay attention to the differences between Compounds and Substances

History 10/6

Study for the Chapter 11 Test!

Language Arts 10/6

1) Continue reading your book. You should be finished with it by Friday!

2) Now that you have selected a project to complete, you should begin working on it.  You should spend twenty minutes a night on it each night this week.
Independent Reading Project

3) Study your vocabulary words!! There will be a quiz on Friday!

algebra, 10/6

a-c block:  pg. 82-83, #5-77 (odd)

d-block:  pg. 96-97, # 6-60 (even), #61-63

algebra, 10/3

a-c block:  pg. 82-83, # 4-78 (even)

d-block:  none, had a quiz

Language Arts 10/3

1) Continue reading your book. You should be finished with it by next Friday!

2) Begin thinking about the Independent Reading Project.  Select which option from the list you would like to do.  I will be checking on Monday to see which option you have selected.
Independent Reading Project

History 10/3

Pg. 396 1-10
Study for the Chapter 11 Test!
Review will be held after school Monday!

History 10/2

Test is Tuesday!
Review on Monday
Sheet #43 tonight

algebra, 10/2

a-c block:  complete practice sheet 2.2B

d-block:  1) pg. 82-83, #5-63 (odd)
                2) study for Friday's quiz 2.1-2.3

Language Arts 10/2

1)  Study your M.U.G. shots from the past two weeks for tomorrow's quiz.  Focus on: their/there/they're, your/you're, run-on sentences, should have, and commas.

2) Continue reading your book. You should be finished with it by next Friday!

3) Begin thinking about the Independent Reading Project.  Select which option from the list you would like to do.  I will be checking on Monday to see which option you have selected.
Independent Reading Project

History 10/1

Chapter 11 Test is Tuesday!
Review Session will be held Monday after school

HW Tonight:
Pg. 394 1-6
and Please complete Sheet #46 if you did not do so already.

Language Arts 10/1

1) Suspense Unit vocabulary is due TOMORROW!!!
Suspense Unit Vocabulary

2) Read!!!

algebra, 10/1

a-c block: pg. 75-76, #5-32, 43-50

d-block: pg. 82-84, #4-80 (even)

History 9/30

Start reviewing for Test.  The Chapter 11 Test will be on Tuesday, Oct. 7th.
Vocabulary #40 and 41

Language Arts 9/30

1) Suspense Unit vocabulary is due on Thursday.
Suspense Unit Vocabulary

2) Read!!!

algebra, 9/30

no homework tonight, had chapter 1 test

Sci Monday Sept 29th

Tonight's homework is to make a model of a key, explaining how the Periodic Table of Elements reads. Pick an element and describe the features of what appears on the key.

ALSO I WILL BE STAYING AFTER SCHOOL FOR EXTRA HELP IF ANYONE NEEDS IT. GRADES, ASPEN STUDYING, GO OVER CLASS LECTURE, ECT.

History 9/29

Begin reading Chapter 11, Section 3 on pg. 387
Vocabulary #38 & 39

Language Arts 9/29

1) Continue revising and editing your rough draft.  FINAL DRAFTS ARE DUE TOMORROW!!!! Please be sure to print out your final draft before coming to school tomorrow.  I will not let anyone print during class. I will be after school today for extra help!

Short Story Rubric

Creative Writing 2014

2) Suspense Unit vocabulary is due on Thursday.
Suspense Unit Vocabulary

3) Read!!!

algebra, 9/29

all blocks:  1) pg. 57, #1-29
                   2) study for Tuesday's chapter 1 test

algebra, 9/26

a-c block:  1) Finish 'Spanish Explorers' sheet
                
d-block:  1) pg. 75-76, # 5-32

Language Arts 9/26

1) Continue revising and editing your rough draft.  FINAL DRAFTS ARE DUE ON TUESDAY!!!! I will be after school on Monday for extra help!

Short Story Rubric

Creative Writing 2014

2) READ!!!!

Sci Sept 25th

No Homework. YAYY

algebra, 9/25

a-c block:  1) finish practice sheet 1.7B, #1-23
                  2) finish pie chart
                 
d-block:     1) pg. 67-69, #4-7, 18-21, 27-29, 37-65, 71-78
                  2) finish pie chart

Language Arts 9/25

1) Continue revising and editing your rough draft.  Bring your story to class tomorrow to peer edit.  Use the rubric below to help strengthen your story!

Short Story Rubric

Creative Writing 2014

2) Continue reading your independent reading book.  You should be finished with the first half of the book by tomorrow.

Sciece Sept 24th

Answer questions 1-4 for the section review 1.1 in the Nature of Matter Book. Bring the completed assignment to class tomorrow.

MAKE SURE YOU USE COMPLETE SENTENCES!!!'
Thanks,
Mr. Marino

History 9/24

Read and answer the follow-up questions on #33

algebra, 9/24

a-c block:  1) pg. 49-50, #4-7, 10-22 (due Thursday)
                  2) finish pie chart project for Friday if didn't finish in class

d-block:     1) pg. 54-56, # 8-29 (due Thursday)
                   2) finish pie chart project for Friday if didn't finish in class

Language Arts 9/24

1) COMPLETED rough drafts are due tomorrow.  Your story should be finished and be at least 3 pages long.  Follow the rubric below to help you.

Short Story Rubric

Creative Writing 2014

2) Continue reading your independent reading book.  You should be finished with the first half of the book by Friday.

Sci Sept 23rd

Tonight,
Cover your books! We started section 1 today in class, so if you feel like reading more of section 1, DO IT. Wednesday we will go over the structure of an atom. Have a good one!

Marino

Language Arts 9/23

1) You should have 1.5 - 2 pages of your story written for tomorrow's class.  Bring your work to class each day to work on it.

Creative Writing 2014

2) Continue reading your independent reading book.  You should be finished with the first half of the book by Friday.

algebra, 9/23

all blocks:  1) pg. 43-45, #4-21  (due Wed.)
                   2) pie chart project due on Friday
                  

algebra, 9/22

a-c block: no homework, had a quiz

d-block:  pg. 49-50, #4-7, 10-21, 25-32

History 9/22

Continue reading Chapter 11, Section 2 on pg. 382
Vocabulary #28

Language Arts 9/22

1) Continue writing your rough draft. Bring your work to class each day to work on it.Creative Writing 2014

2) Study for the Short Story Unit Test that will be TOMORROW.  Use the study guide posted here and on Google Classroom to help you prepare.  

Short Story Unit Study Guide

3) Continue reading your independent reading book.  You should be finished with the first half of the book by Friday.