Sci homework over vacation

Study your vocab cards. All of you should have the review guide. Study study study. 

Science Dec 22nd

Study your vocabulary cards for 20 mins and come up with a question for tomorrow's science competition. You must also provide an answer. 

Sci Dec 21st

Complete the flash cards with definitions on the other side. Bring them to class tomorrow. 

History 12/18

No homework for the weekend, however, if you did not complete your Chapter 14, Section 2 Outlines you should!

algebra, 12/18

a-c block:  4.2B (google),   #1-9,
                                            #10-15, 22-30  (for all of these, make a TABLE and GRAPH)

d-block:  none, had quiz

algebra, 12/17

a-c block:    pg. 215   #30-35 (just put in function form, y = )
                                   #39-48,  (table of values AND graph)
                                   #60-62 (  table AND graph)

d-block:    4.4B (google)   #1-12 (graph and rise / run)
                                           #13-24 (use m= (y2-y1)/(x2-x1)   )
                                           Study for Friday quiz on section 4.4 slope

Science December 17th

Use your " make your own test" that was due today as a review, in addition to over the notes we took in class. 

algebra, 12/16

a-c block:  pg. 214-215, # 12-20
                                       # 21-26, 36-39  (for 21-26 and 36-39, you have to make a table of values
                                                                   AND graph each line)

d-block:  pg. 231-232, #43, 47-63

Science homework December 15th

Finish the Make Your Own Test, I have included a template on classroom if you would like to use it or modify it. It's your choice.

It must have 15 questions, and include math to determine volume and density. E mail me if you have any questions

Jmarino@bpsk12.org

algebra, 12/15

a-c block:   g3.3b (google), #1-8

d-block:   pg. 230, # 20-31 (using (y2-y1)/(x2-x1)
                              #38-42

algebra, 12/14

a-c block:  google g3.2, # 1-10

d-block:  pg. 230, # 5-10 (rise/run)
                             #12-19  (rise/run)
                             #20-24 (rise/run)
                             #25-34 ((y2-y1)/(x2-x1)

Science December 10th

1. Were you able to stack the fluids in the order you predicted?

2.  Were you able to stack the fluids in order according to your calculations?

3. Did you have to borrow fluids from another group if so which fluids did you borrow and why?

4. If you could do this experiment again what would you do differently and why?

5. What was the hardest part of this lab and why? Also, how did you overcome it?

6. How many tries did it take to get all of your fluids to stack?

7. If your fluids didn't stack why did they not stack explain.

History 12/9

Vocabulary 172 and 173
Please download Chapter 14 on your iPads in school tomorrow.

algebra, 12/9

a-c block:  study for Thursday's test on geometry chap 2

d-block:   study for Thursday's test on 4.2,4.3, and geo 3.1-3.4

Science December 8th

Do the fluids you have now, have the potential to be stacked? Why or why not, be clear and use the word density in your answer. I don't want a well thought out answer. 

In ink write up your answer and draw a picture if you can. 

algebra, 12/8

a-c block:    g3.1B (google), #1-12

d-block:  pg. 221-223, # 7-12, 45-47, 60-67

History 12/7

You are free tonight, tomorrow we start medieval Japan!

algebra, 12/7

a-c block:  g2.7B (google classroom), #1-10

d-block:  pg. 221, #17-31 (find X AND Y intercept for each, using a table), and GRAPH

History 12/4

Study for the Chapter 12 Test on China!

Short answers will include:
Major reforms the Ming Dynasty carried out
What led to the rise of the Ming Dynasty? (what happened after Kublai Khan's death?)
What were the goals of the expeditions Zheng He went on?
Chinese Inventions

algebra, 12/4

a-c block:  1)g2.2p, #1-8
                  2) g2.4b, #3,4

d-block:   pg. 214-215, #30-35 (just write in function form, don't graph)
                                    , #40-51 (write a table of values, AND graph)
                                    , #52-55, 60-63

History 12/3

Don't forget to complete the Guided Reading #113.
Also 8B, it's FLANNEL FRIDAY!

algebra, 12/2

a-c block:   g2.3p (google), #1-12
                   the numbers on the graphs are large, just make sketches of the graphs on regular paper.

d-block: pg. 214-215, #12-20, #21-29, 36-39
                                                 (for 21-29 and 36-39, must make a table of values for 4 values AND
                                                  you must also GRAPH the line)

algebra, 12/1

a-c block:   g2.3b (google), #1-11

d-block:  1) pg. 141-144 (textbook), #'s 13, 58, 59, 64
               2) g3.4b (google), #1-5

History 11/30

Begin on pg. 432 and complete Vocabulary #'s 107 and 108

algebra, 11/30

a-c block:  1) g2.2b (google classroom), #1-7
                  2) finish leprechaun/heart sheet

d-block:  1) g3.2b, #1-10
               2) g3.3B, #1-6

History 11/24

Vocabulary 106 and 107 is due on Monday!
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! Gobble, Gobble

History 11/23

Marco Polo reading 103 and 104

11/23, Algebra

all blocks:  animal poster project is due on Tuesday (counts as a test grade)

Complete both worksheets.. Number 7 is just volume and number 2 is volume and density.

The copy that i read numbers to in class are as the follows for Mass in grams

1----500g
2----100g
3----1000g
4----210g
5---150g
6----2200
7----50g
8-----12g
9------23.5g
10----6300g
11-----500g
12----100g
13----130g
14------170g
15------1500g

algebra, 11/20

All Blocks:  Animal Poster Project is due on Tuesday, counts as a test grade.
                    We worked on project on Thursday and Friday, and all students should have all of the information they need to complete the project, and each student received 2 sheets of poster paper at school. 
                   10 points will be deducted from the poster score for each day late after Tuesday. 
                   Try to get the poster done over the weekend if possible.
                   Presentations will be made on Tuesday in front of the class. 

History 11/20

No Homework!  We will begin a new section on Monday.

Have a good weekend!

History 11/18

Guided Reading #94
Study for your Chapter 12, Section 3 quiz that is on Friday!

algebra, 11/17

a-c block:   1) pg. 177, #11-20
                   2) pg. 169, #20-26
                   3) study for Wed. quiz on 3.5-3.8

d-block:     1) complete geometry chapter 2 test B worksheet (#1-18)
                  2)study for Wed. quiz on geometry chap 2
                 
                 

History 11/16

Continue reading Chapter 12, section 3 and complete vocabulary #91
There will be a quiz on Chapter 12, Section 3 on Friday!

algebra, 11/16

a-c block:  pg. 183-184, #11-31

d-block:  sheet g2.6b, #1-6

History 11/13

Vocabulary 90 and Sheet #99

algebra, 11/13

a-c block:  pg. 169, #20-35

d-block:  worksheet G2.5B (google), #1-10

algebra, 11/12

a-c block:  pg. 177, #11-27

d-block:  g2.7b(google) , #1-10

History 11/9

Please go to Mr. Marino's Google Classroom and read The Silk Road reading.  You can start at Caravans and answer the questions that go along with the reading.

algebra, 11/9

a-c block:  3.5 (google classroom), #1-14


d-block:  g2.4B (google classroom), #1-8
               g2.4P (google), #9-11

Science HW

Read chapter 2 Section 2 starting on page 47

Answer questions 1-4 on page 52 

Define all 6 key terms

Answer reading check questions on pages 47, 48. & 51

algebra, 11/5

a-c block:   1) pg. 157, #18-29
                  2) pg. 148, # 16-22
                  3) Study for Friday's quiz on 3.3-3.4

d-block:     1) pg. 177, # 11-23
                  2) pg. 169, # 26-31
                  3) study for Friday's quiz on 3.5-3.8

algebra, 11/4

a-c block:  3.4C on google classroom, #1-21 (odd)

d-block:    g2.3B on google classroom, #1-11 (use graph paper for some questions)

Sci NOV 3rd 2015

Complete the worksheet handed out in class today.
Study the words.

Check grade in Aspen it is up to date some people are missing assignments already! BEWARE!!!

algebra, 11/3

a-c :  pg. 157, # 5-39 (odd)

History 11/2

Please read the "Chinese Social Ladder" on #82 and answer the questions at the bottom of the reading. All three:)

Sci Nov 2nd

Vocab Quiz tomorrow, all of you have the vocabulary from Friday and today.

Here are the answer keys to today's prep quizzes made by other students;

Quiz A
1. N
2. L
3. M 
4. E
5. I
6. K
7. F
8. J
9. G
10. C
11.A
12. H
13. D
14. B

Quiz B
1. D
2. G
3. B
4. I
5. N
6. J
7. L
8. K
9.  F
10. H
11. C
12. M 
13. E
14. A

Quiz C
1. B
2. M
3. G
4. K
5. N
6. I
7. F
8. L
9. A
10. C
11. J
12. D
13. H
14. E


Here are the words to study once more;

Words

1 Aqueous

2 Solution

3 Saturated

4 Substance

5 Solubility

6 Solvent

7 Concentration

8 Condensation

9 Precipitate

10 Solute

11 Sublimation

12 Heat

13 Temperature

14 Vaporization

algebra, 11/2

a-c block:  pg. 157, #4-40 (even)

d-block:  pg. 183-184, # 11-32

History 10/29

Continue reading Chapter 12, Section 2 and complete vocabulary #81

algebra, 10/29

a-c block:  3.3C (on google classroom), finish #1-27

d-block:  pg. 177, #11-29

Sci Wed Oct 28th

Answer question 5 on pages 69 and 76 in your chemistry books.

Donate Legos to the MSMS a Robotics Club for extra credit!!

algebra, 10/28

a-c block:  3.3B, #7-27 on google classroom, show all work on separate sheet of paper

d-block:  1)  pg. 163-165, #3,4,6,7,13,17
               2) pg. 169, #20-22,32-34

SCI 10/27

CHAPTER 3 SECTION 2 

READ

DEFINE KEY TERMS

ANSWER QUESTIONS 1-4 SECTION REVIEW

ANSWER ALL "READING CHECK" QUESTIONS WITHIN THE SECTION, THEY ARE GREEN AND THERE ARE FOUR WITHIN THE SECTION

History 10/27

Begin reading Chapter 12, Section 2 on pg. 417 up to Art & Literature
Complete Vocabulary #'s 78 and 79

algebra, 10/26

a-c block:  1) pg. 148-149, # 3-39 (odd)
                  2) study for Tuesday quiz 3.1-3.2

d-block:  1) pg. 157, # 12-28
               2) study for Tuesday quiz 3.3, 3.4

algebra, 10/23

a-c block:  pg. 148-149, #4-40 (even) 

d-block:  3.4C (on google classroom), #1-21

algebra, 10/22

a-c block:  pg. 142-144, #48-56, 58, 59, 62-64, 70-81

d-block:  pg. 157, #13-41 (odd)

History 10/22

Back to the Future!
Please complete the vocabulary #'s 63 and 64.
There will be a quiz on Chapter 12, Section 1 on Monday!

Sci Week of October 19th

This Friday we have a quiz on what we have been learning in class.
Notes will be on the board and gone over in the beginning of every class. If you have questions please e mail be  JMarino@bpsk12.org  

The quiz will be approx. 15 questions.

Study the homework, notes, labs and demonstrations we have done this past week.
Essential vocabulary is on the word wall everyday.

I will be staying after school this Thursday for extra help. 

algebra, 10/21

a-c block:   pg. 142, #24-47

d-block:  pg. 157 , #4-40 (even)

algebra, 10/20

a-c block:  finish 3.1C, #1-30 (sheet is on google classroom)


d-block:  finish 3.3C, #1-27 (sheet is on google classroom)

History 10/19

Please continue reading Chapter 12, Section 1 and complete vocabulary # 61.

algebra, 10/19

a-c block:  pg. 135, #4-9, 21-41

d-block:  1) pg. 149, #50-55
               2) finish 'hawk' sheet

Sci Weekend HOMEWORK

Use your Chemistry books to;

Read Chapter 3 Section 1
Define all key terms
Answer Rev Ques 1-4

Twitter and Instagram @mrmarinoscience 

algebra, 10/16

a-c block:  pg. 111, #16-27, 32-44


d-block:  pg. 148-149 , #16-40

History 10/13

Please read #57 "The Great Wall of China" and answer the questions below in your notebooks or binders.

1.  What was the original purpose of the Great Wall?  How has that purpose changed over time?
2.  Why do historians still study the Great Wall after all these years?

Please pick one of the following and write a paragraph

Option A
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?

Option B
In your opinion, is the Great Wall worthy of being one of the greatest relics of the ancient world ? Why or why not?

algebra, 10/14

a-c block:   1) pg. 96, #16-24
                   2) pg. 103, #13-18, 25-28
                   3) study for Thursday's quiz on sections 2.4-2.6

d-block:    1) pg. 135, #27-44
                 2)  study for Thursday's quiz on sections 3.1-3.2

algebra, 10/13

a-c block:   1) pg. 96, #26-41
                   2)pg. 103-104, #34-46

d-block:  pg. 142-143, #24-53, 58, 59

algebra, 10/9

a-c block:  1)circus sheet (evens)
                  2) superman sheet (evens)
                 must show all work (either on sheet or on a separate sheet of paper)

d-block:  pg. 135-136, #21-51

Science Homework October 9th 2015

This weekend answer the "Reading Check" questions on pages;

40,41,42,44,46 and 55.

Answer using complete sentences and in addition to answering ALL of the questions, make models for questions on pages 41,44 and 51.

History 10/9

Please complete the Section Review on pg. 396 in your textbook.  #'s 1-22
Test on Chapter 11 is on Wednesday!

History 10/8

Please study for your Chapter 11.3 quiz!
The test on Chapter 11 has been moved from Tuesday to Wednesday of next week!

algebra, 10/8

a-c block:  pg. 103-104, #7-67 (odd)

d-block:  pg. 111-112, # 16-50 (even)

History 10/7

Please complete the crossword #49
Begin studying for the Chapter 11, Section 3 quiz on Friday

algebra, 10/7

a-c block:   pg. 103-104, # 6-68 (even)

d-block:  none, had quiz

Sci Oct 6th 2015

List at least 5 fluids in order of viscosity and bring the list to class tomorrow.

algebra, 10/6

a-c block:  pg. 96-97, # 7-63 (odd)


d-block:   1) pg. 96, #30-41
                2) pg. 104, #61-67
                3) study for Wed. quiz 2.4-2.6

algebra, 10/5

a-c block:   pg. 96-97, #6-64 (even)

d-block:  1)Superman sheet (show all work either on sheet or on separate paper)
               2)study for Tuesday's quiz on 2.4-2.6

History 10/2

Continue reading Chapter 11, Section 3 starting on pg. 393
Complete Vocabulary #40 and 41.
The mosque does not have to be colored in:)

algebra, 10/2

a-c block:  none, had quiz

d-block:  pg. 103-104, #7-67 (odd)

History 10/1

Yay October!

Continue reading Chapter 11, Section 3 and complete Vocabulary #39

algebra, 10/1

a-c block:  1) 'Octopus' sheet, (right hand side)
                  2) study for quiz 2.1-2.3 on Friday (we will review for the first 15 min. on class on Friday as well)

d-block:    pg. 103-104, # 6-68 (even)

SCIENCE SEPT 30TH

BIG TEST COMING UP FRIDAY ON CHAPTER ONE AND EVERYTHING WE HAVE BEEN WORKING ON IN CLASS THIS WEEK. BE READY.

ALSO,
 CALCULATE HOW MANY NEUTRONS ARE IN A SINGLE ATOM OF THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS;

1. K
2. Ca
3. Ti
4. Fe
5. Ag
6. Na
7. Cl

SHOW ALL WORK TO GET THE CREDIT

-MARINO

History 9/30

Begin reading Chapter 11, Section 3 and complete Vocabulary #38

algebra, 9/30

a-c block:  pg. 82-83, # 4-64 (even)

d-block:  pg. 96-97, # 7-47 (odd)

SCIENCE MARINO

Let's not forget there is  science test this Friday which covers chapter 1 and some of chapter 2

Tonight's homework is to read chapter 2 section 1 and answer the 4 review questions at the end of the section. 

Also,
define the 4 vocabulary words.

This will count as 2 assignments in aspen.

Marino

algebra, 9/29

a-c block:   pg. 75-76, #5-36, 43-48

d-block:  1) pg. 96, #6-48 (even)
               2) study for Wed. quiz on 2.1-2.3

History 9/28

Complete the Guided Reading #36
Study for your quiz on Chapter 11, Section 2.
Reread the section if you have to! Study vocabulary! Know the Islamic Empire!

algebra, 9/28

a-c block:   pg. 67-69, #8-48 (even), #54-65 (all), 71-75

d-block:  pg. 82-84, #4-70 (even), 71-78 (all)

History 9/25

Complete reading Chapter 11, Section 2 and work on Vocabulary #30.

algebra, 9/24

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

History 9/24

Continue reading Chapter 11, Section 2
Complete Vocabulary #'s 28 & 29

algebra, 9/23

a-c block:  pg. 49-50, #4-6, 10-21, 25, 26


d-block:  pg. 75-76, #12-36 (use any method), 43-46, 55-57

History 9/22

No Homework

History 9/21

Begin reading Chapter 11, Section 2 on pg. 379 and complete Vocabulary #'s 26 and 27.
The reading should stop at the Reading Check on pg. 381

algebra, 9/21

a-c block:   1) pg. 43, #4-17
                   2) study for Tuesday quiz, on sections 1.3-1.5

d-block:  pg 50-51, #25, 26, 30-43

History 9/18

American Essay is due Monday, 9/21!

History 9/17

Study for the Chapter 11, Section 1 quiz!
Know the Five Pillars!

algebra, 9/17

a-c block:  pg. 35-36, #13-48

d-block:  pg. 49-50, #4-6, 10-21

History 9/16

Guided Reading begins on pg. 372
Complete #20

algebra, 9/16

a-c block:  pg. 27-28, #14-18(all), #39-67 (odd)

d-block:  pg. 35, #5-17
               pg. 39, #1-13
               study for Thursday quiz on 1.3-1.5

History 9/15

Read "Islamic Beliefs" and complete the questions.  Sheet #18

algebra, 9/15

a-c block:   pg. 27-28, # 38-64 (even)
                   pg 19, #21-37 (odd)

d-block:  pg. 36, #39-48
               pg. 28, #50-66

History 9/14

No Homework
Reminder:  American Essay is due 9/21 and Quiz is on Friday!

algebra, 9/14

a-c block:  pg. 19-20, #8-42 (even), 48, 49

d-block:  pg. 28, #38-45
               pg. 35-36, #9-38

History 9/10

Please read #10 The Bedouins Migratory Lifestyle and answer the questions that go along with the reading.

algebra, 9/10

 a-c  block: 1)  pg. 12-13, #8-60 (even)
                   2) study for Friday quiz on 1.1, 1.2, and review packet

d-block:  1) pg. 19-21, #4-42 (even), 48, 49
               2) study for Friday quiz on 1.1, 1.2, and review packet

History 9/9

Continue reading Chapter 11, Section 1 on pg. 374
Complete vocabulary #'s 13 and 14

algebra, 9/9

a-c block:  pg. 6-8, #9-45

d-block:  pg. 12-13, #8-60 (even),   #64-67 (all)

History 9/8

Begin reading The Rise of Islam on pg. 372 and continue up to the heading Opposition to Islam.
Complete vocabulary sheet #'s 11 & 12.  We will review these tomorrow in class.

algebra, 9/8

a-c block:   pg. 6, #5-12
                   pg. 8, # 50-68

d-block:  pg. 6-8, #9-45

algebra, 9/3

all blocks:   Finish 2 review sheets (no calculator)
                   (front and back of each sheet)

algebra, 9/2

finish 'mathography' writing assignment.  must be at least 1.5 pgs. long

ELA 9/2

As tomorrow will be my last day until I return from maternity leave, all homework assignments from this point forward will be given by Mr. Pearl.  He will be using his weekly assignment sheets that are distributed in class every Friday to inform you of your homework assignments.  I will begin posting ELA homework assignments on this blog once I return.  I have really enjoyed getting to meet you this week, and I am excited for my return in January.  Have a great start to the year, and I will see you soon!!

Algebra, 9/1

-  continue getting supplies (3-ring binder, 6 dividers, white-lined paper, and pens/pencils)
-  have parents sign expectations sheet

ELA 9/1

1) STUDY!!!! The in-class essay on your second summer reading novel will be tomorrow during class.

2) Please return all forms to your homeroom teacher.

History 8/31

Please bring in your grading policy!

ELA 8/31

1) STUDY!!!! You will have the test on either Trouble or Notes... tomorrow during class.
2) STUDY!!!! You will have the test on your other summer reading book on Wednesday!
3) Return all your forms to your homeroom teacher.

Language Arts 6/17

1) All textbooks should have been turned in by now.  If you have lost your book, you must bring in $65 cash or check (made out to MSMS) by Friday.

algebra, 6/16

all blocks:  All students must return textbooks on Wednesday. 
                  Students who borrowed a cd-rom must return the cd-rom.

Language Arts 6/16

1) All textbooks should have been turned in by now.  If you have lost your book, you must bring in $65 cash or check (made out to MSMS) by Friday.

algebra, 6/15

all blocks:   all students must return textbooks on Tuesday.   students who have lost their textbook can bring in $65 (either cash or check written out to MSMS)

Language Arts 6/15

1) We will be starting our next unit tomorrow.  All students must have their literature textbooks in class!!

Language Arts 6/11

1) None :)

Language Arts 6/10

1) Please bring your literature textbook to class tomorrow if you have not yet done so.

Language Arts 6/9

1) Please bring your literature textbook to class tomorrow if you have not yet done so.

2) Tomorrow is the last day for presentations.  Any students who were absent yesterday must be prepared for tomorrow.

Language Arts 6/8

1) Grammar test is tomorrow!!! STUDY!!!!!!!!!

2) If you have not yet brought your literature textbook back to class, please do so tomorrow.

History 6/8

Guided Reading #364
Quiz Tuesday on Chapter 17, Section 4

Language Arts 6/5

1) Study your grammar packet for the test on June 9th.  Bring questions to class.

2) Finish your presentation!  Everyone will go on Monday :)

May Independent Reading Project

algebra, 6/5

a-c block:  none, had a quiz

d-block:   pg. 537, # 53-56, 74, 75, 79, 80

algebra, 6/4

a-c block:  Study for Friday's quiz on 5.1-5.2

d- block:  pg. 536-537, # 33-43 (odd), 71, 72, 77, 78

Language Arts 6/4

1) Study your grammar packet for the test on June 9th.  Bring questions to class.


2) READ and begin working on your presentation for next week.

May Independent Reading Project

3) Please bring your literature textbook to class tomorrow!!!

History 6/3

Vocabulary 359
Quiz on Chapter 17, Section 4 on Tuesday, June 9th!

algebra, 6/3

a-c block:   pg. 282-283, # 3-6, 32-37, 42,43,48,49

d-block:   pg. 536, # 16-48 (even) 

Language Arts 6/3

1) Study your grammar packet for the test on June 9th.  Bring questions to class.


2) READ and begin working on your presentation for next week.

May Independent Reading Project

3) Please bring your literature textbook to class on Friday!!!

Science Tuesday June 2nd 2015

Finish the write ups on;
-Bernoulli
-Boyle
-Pascal

Finish the backside of the Jar/Bag Lab. Be clear and use complete sentences.

Work on your models, labeling everything!
Make sure on the bottom of both sides you have explanations of what is happening to the pressure (high and low) and what is happening to the air molecules inside.

:) :)  

algebra, 6/2

a-c block:   pg. 282, # 12-29

d-block:  prac. 9.3B, #2-24 (even)

Language Arts 6/2

1) Study your vocabulary and the story for tomorrow's "Flowers for Algernon" test.

2) Study your grammar packet for the test on June 9th.  Bring questions to class.


3) READ and begin working on your presentation for next week.

May Independent Reading Project

Science Monday June 1st

- Check aspen
-Study everything we have covered on pressure so far
-Write up on Bernoulli and include real applications on his work on pressure
-C BLOCK  do your write up on Pascal

algebra, 6/1

a-c block:   pg. 276-277, # 12-32

d-block:  pg. 521-522, # 21-41 (odd), #49-53 (all)
   

Language Arts 6/1

1) If you were unable to finish reading "Flowers for Algernon" today in class, please do so tonight for homework.

2) Study your grammar packet for the test on June 9th.  Bring questions to class.

3) Study your vocabulary and the story for the "Flowers for Algernon" test this Wednesday.

4) READ and begin working on your presentation for next week.

algebra, 5/29

a-c block:  none

d-block:   pg. 521-522, #22-42 (even), #44-48 (all)

Language Arts 5/29

1) Grammar Review Packet is due on Monday!!! Please make sure you have completed ALL sections!

2) Read your book!  You should finish your novel by the end of next week.
May Independent Reading Project

3) We will be having a test on "Flowers for Algernon" once we finish reading the story.  Be sure to study your vocabulary words and catch up on the reading if needed.  The test will probably be next Wednesday.

Language Arts 5/28

1) Finish your two-column notes for the last six vocabulary words.
"Flowers For Algernon" Vocabulary List  

2) Read your book!!!

3) The Grammar Review Packet is due on Monday.

History 5/27

The Chapter 17, Section 3 quiz has been moved to Friday
Guided Reading #354

algebra, 5/27

a-c block:    1) study for Thursday quiz on 10.1, 10.2, and 10.5

d-block:    pg. 514, #10-40

Language Arts 5/27

1) Complete two-column notes for the first SIX vocabulary words.  Remember, the left side of the page will have the word and your drawing.  The right side will have the definition, synonyms, antonyms, category, and an original sentence using the word correctly.  YOU MUST HAVE ALL PARTS COMPLETED TO RECEIVE CREDIT!!!!!
"Flowers For Algernon" Vocabulary List

2) If you did not finish the Personal Response Questions in class today, you must do so and submit your answers tonight.  

3) Read your book!

4) The Grammar Review Packet is due on Monday.

SCIENCE TUESDAY MAY 26TH 2015

COMPLETE READING CHAPTER 3 SECTION 1 IN THE FORCES MOTION BOOK.

WHEN YOU ARE DONE COMPLETE QUESTIONS 1-5 ON PAGE 73

----

WRITE A SHORT PARAGRAPH ABOUT ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE.

WHAT IS IT?
HOW DOES IT CHANGE WITH ALTITUDE?
HOW DOES IT AFFECT US?

----DON'T COPY ANYTHING OUT OF THE BOOK---

algebra, 5/26

a-c block:  pg. 607, #15-38

d-block:  pg. 507-508, #8-66 (even)

Language Arts 5/26

1) Continue reading your novel.  

2) Grammar Review Packet will be due on Monday.  Please be sure to complete the packet to get ready for the grammar test on June 9th.

History 5/22

Please complete the Section Review on pg. 641 #'s 1-6

Language Arts 5/22

1) Keep reading!!!  You should be at the half - way point (or more) by the start of next week.

History 5/21

Please complete Vocabulary #350 and #351
There will be a quiz on Chapter 17, Section 3 on Thursday 5/28

Language Arts 5/21

1) Make sure your TPCAST chart is complete!!  I will be checking your chart tomorrow in class for a quiz grade. The poems we read for the chart are:
"Casey At The Bat"
"The Black Walnut Tree"
"Admonition"
"A Time To Talk"
"Fire and Ice"
"Identity"

2) Keep reading!!!  You should be at the half - way point (or more) by the start of next week.

History 5/20

PARCC

Language Arts 5/20

1) If you did not finish TPCAST for "Identity" in class, you must do so for homework.  "Identity" is on page 317 in your literature textbook.  Again, this is a very well-known poem and can be found online if you are unable to locate your textbook.

2) Continue reading your book.  Bring your book to school to read after PARCC testing tomorrow.

Language Arts 5/19

1) If you did not finish TPCAST for "A Time To Talk" in class, you must do so for homework.  "A Time To Talk" is on page 303 in your literature textbook.  Again, this is a very well-known poem and can be found online if you are unable to locate your textbook.

2) Continue reading your book.  Bring your book to school to read after PARCC testing tomorrow and Thursday.

History 5/19

PARCC

History 5/18

PARCC

Language Arts 5/18

1) Continue reading your independent reading book.  You should bring the book to school the rest of the week to read after PARCC testing.

Language Arts 5/15

1) Select your next independent reading book for Monday.  This book is your choice, but it must be one you have not yet read and at least two hundred pages in length.  BRING YOUR BOOK TO SCHOOL EVERY DAY NEXT WEEK!!!!!

2) We will have PARCC testing next Monday-Thursday.  Be sure to come to school on time and have your reading book with you!

Language Arts 5/14

1) Read "The Black Walnut Tree" on page 299 in your literature textbook (FIND YOUR LITERATURE TEXTBOOK). Fill out the second column of your TPCAST chart for this poem.  This will be counted as a homework grade tomorrow!
  
*If you cannot find your textbook, you will be able to find the poem on the internet!*

2) Select your next independent reading book for Monday.  This book is your choice, but it must be one you have not yet read and at least two hundred pages in length.

History 5/13

There is a quiz on Chapter 17, Section 2 on Friday!

Language Arts 5/13

1) Bring a book (and #2 pencils) for MCAS tomorrow!

2) Select your next independent reading book for Monday.  This book is your choice, but it must be one you have not yet read and at least two hundred pages in length.

History 5/12

Quiz on Chapter 17, Section 2 Friday!

algebra, 5/12

a-c block:   1) finish 'skunk' sheet
                  2) finish 'pie' sheet

d-block: no homework, had a quiz

Language Arts 5/12

1) Bring a book to school tomorrow (with #2 pencils) to read after you finish MCAS.   

algebra, 5/11

a-c block:  pg. 607, #27-41

d-block:  1) finish 'skunk' sheet
               2) finish 'pie' sheet
               3) study for quiz chap 10 on Tuesday

Language Arts 5/11

1) Use the rubric that we went over today in class to help you with final revisions/edits of your essay.  The typed and printed final draft is due at the beginning of class tomorrow.
Book Vs. Movie Essay Rubric

Science Avengers

If you choose to go see the Avengers 2 Movie, you may write a report on how the science in this
 sci-fi thriller can relate any of the units we learned this year in a comparative essay.

Extra credit will be given.

This may also count towards your field trip Blizzard Bag if it's high quality.

algebra, 5/8

a-c block:  pg. 607, #6-26

d-block:  pg. 629, #6-35

History 5/8

Vocabulary #344

Language Arts 5/8

Continue working on your rough draft.  Please use the outline sheet to help you! Rough drafts are due on Monday.  We will peer edit in class, and the final draft is due on Tuesday!

Book Vs. Movie Essay
Book Vs. Movie Essay Outline

Language Arts 5/7

B Block: practice, practice, practice for your debate. We will continue with debates tomorrow! 

All Blocks:

Continue working on your rough draft.  Please use the outline sheet to help you!  Rough drafts are due on Monday.  We will peer edit in class, and the final draft is due on Tuesday!

Book Vs. Movie Essay
Book Vs. Movie Essay Outline

algebra, 5/6

a-c block:  pg. 587, #9-35

d-block:  pg. 614-615, # 5-25

Language Arts 5/6

1) Practice, practice, practice for your debate.  We will conduct debates the rest of this week!

2) Begin working on your rough draft.  Remember, the rough draft is due on Monday, and the final draft is due on Tuesday. 
Book Vs. Movie Essay
Book Vs. Movie Essay Outline

Science Tuesday May 5th 2015

At the end of class you should have collected a "PHOTOSYNTHESIS" and a "PLANT GROWTH" BrainpPop Quiz.

Complete them both tonight.

When you are done and get a 100% on both quizzes, make one essay about plant growth and photosynthesis. 10 - 12 sentences.

algebra, 5/5

a-c block:  pg. 580, #20-56 (even)

d-block:  pg.  607-608, # 7-45 (odd)

Language Arts 5/5

1) Practice, practice, practice for your debate.  We will conduct debates the rest of this week!

2) Complete your brainstorm for tomorrow's class.  Most of you were able to finish this in class today, but if you did not, please do so for homework.  Remember, the rough draft is due on Monday, and the final draft is due on Tuesday. 
Book Vs. Movie Essay

algebra, 5/4

a-c block:  no homework, had a quiz

d-block:   pg. 607-608, #6-46 (even)

Language Arts 5/4

1) Practice, practice, practice for your debate.  We will conduct debates the rest of this week!

2) Use the assignment/brainstorm sheet for your independent reading essay.  The rough draft is due on Monday, and the final draft is due on Tuesday. 
Book Vs. Movie Essay

Science Friday May 1st 2015

ALERT!!!! ALERT!!!! ALERT!!!!

WE HAVE A QUIZ MONDAY ON THE SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES BETWEEN AND ANIMAL AND PLANT CELL.

ALSO THE SCIENCE/ENGINEERING/ TECHNOLOGY MCAS PACKET IS DUE TUESDAY, START NOW, BECAUSE THE FIRST 50 QUESTIONS ARE DUE MONDAY.

algebra, 5/1

a-c block:   1) finish the right hand side of 'bachelor rabbit' sheet
                   2) study for Monday's quiz on 8.1-8.3

d-block:   pg. 593, # 6-35, 43, 44
                Use shortcut #1 for problems like (x-4)(x+4)
                shortcut #2 is optional for problems like (x+4)(x+4) or use regular arrows

Language Arts 5/1

1) STUDY!!!  Use your notes, homework assignments, and the review sheet to help you prepare for the verbal phrases test on Monday.

         Verbal Phrases Review Sheet

2) Print out a copy of your speech to turn in on Monday.  ALL STUDENTS MUST TURN IN A COPY OF THEIR SPEECH TO RECEIVE CREDIT!!!!!! 

3) READ!!! Finish your book.  I will be giving you the writing assignment on Monday.

History 4/30

Foldable on Renaissance Man/Woman is due tomorrow!  Not late projects will be accepted.

Science Thursday April 30th

COMPLETE MCAS PACKET 2

DRAW MODELS OF A PLANT CELL AND AN ANIMAL CELL, LABEL ALL OF THE IMPORTANT PARTS OF EACH.

LIST AND DESCRIBE THE FUNCTION OF EACH PART OF BOTH CELLS

COMPLETE AND SHOW ME BRAINPOP CELL STRUCTURES

algebra, 4/30

a-c block:  finish LEFT HAND side of  Bachelor Rabbit sheet
                  quiz 8.1-8.3 on MONDAY

d- block: pg. 587, #18-40

Language Arts 4/30

1) Complete the Infinitives and Infinitive Phrases Worksheet given today in class.  I will be checking this tomorrow.
    Participles and Gerunds Worksheet
        *There will be a test on verbal phrases on Monday!* Use the review sheet given in class to help you prepare!!!       Verbal Phrases Review Sheet

2) Practice your speech.  Make sure you read it out loud and time yourself to make sure you are as close to three minutes (without going over) as possible! Work on your visual.

3) READ!!! Finish your book.  I will be giving you the writing assignment on Monday.

algebra, 4/29

a-c block:   pg. 466, #3-42

Language Arts 4/29

1) Complete the BACK side of the Participle and Gerund Worksheet given yesterday in class.  I will be checking this tomorrow.
    Participles and Gerunds Worksheet
        *There will be a test on verbal phrases on Monday!*

2) Practice your speech.  Make sure you read it out loud and time yourself to make sure you are as close to three minutes (without going over) as possible! Work on your visual.

3) READ!!! Finish your book.  I will be giving you the writing assignment on Monday.

algebra, 4/28

a-c block:  pg. 459, #14-43

d-block:  1) do right hand side of 'bachelor rabbit' sheet
               2) study for quiz 8.1-8.3

History 4/28

Continue working on your Foldable project.
Please see me with any questions or concerns regarding the project.

Language Arts 4/28

1) Complete the front side of the Participle and Gerund Worksheet given today in class.  I will be checking this tomorrow.
    Participles and Gerunds Worksheet
        *There will be a test on verbal phrases on Monday!*

2) Finish writing your speech.  Make sure you read it out loud and time yourself to make sure you are as close to three minutes (without going over) as possible!

3) READ!!! Finish your book.  I will be giving you the writing assignment on Monday.

History 4/27

Work on researching your Renaissance artist.
Type up titles and definition of the Renaissance and Renaissance Man.
Foldable is due Friday, May 1st.

Blizzard Bags

Here is the link for all of the assignments: MSMS Blizzard Bags.  Please keep in mind the basic directions:

1) You MUST complete 4 out of the 5 listed assignments (ELA, math, social studies, science, field trip).

2) The week of May 4th will be a check-in point.  You should have at least half of your assignments completed by then.

3) All work needs to be completed by June 1st!

Language Arts 4/27

1) Begin writing your speech.  Each person of your group is responsible for writing a three-minute speech.  Be sure to go over the outline together as a group so that people don't repeat key points.  Speeches should be completed by Wednesday of this week.

2) Debates will begin next Tuesday.  Please make sure your group is on track to complete your work by then.

3) Finish reading your book.  I will be giving you the writing assignment for the book next week.

algebra, 4/27

a-c block:   pg. 453-454, #2-68 (even)

d-block:  pg. 466, #3-44,   quiz on Wed. 8.1-8.3

Welcome Back SCIENCE MONDAY APRIL 27TH 2015

1. 
TODAY IS THE LAST DAY YOU CAN STAY AFTER TO WORK COLLECTIVELY ON PROJECTS BECAUSE TOMORROW(TUESDAY) THEY ARE DUE BY THE END OF CLASS.

2. LAB REPORTS ARE DUE AT THE START OF CLASS WEDNESDAY, HARD COPY.


3. FINISH MCAS PACKETS BY WEDNESDAY AS WELL WE WILL BE GOING OVER THOSE WEDNESDAY AFTER I COLLECT LAB REPORTS.

Language Arts 4/17

1) READ!!!!!!! You should have more than half of your book read when we return after break.

2) HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY VACATION   :)

History 4/16

Begin reading Chapter 17, Section 1 on the Renaissance.
Please complete #335 & 336

science Thursday April 16th

Complete %50 of the lab report about your project. 

Title-
Hypothesis- ( if Applicable) 
Purpose-
Materials-
Procedure-
Data-
Analysis-
Conclusion

We have done lab reports all year and by now you should know what each part includes.

Look back at old labs for guidance

Language Arts 4/16

1) Read your independent reading book.  You should be 1/4 of the way through by the end of the week.  Bring it to school the rest of the week for some reading in class and during reading blocks.

2) Continue doing research for your group.  By now you should be finished with all the research you need for your constructive speeches.  Now is the time to research what your opponents will say and how you can dispute it in your rebuttal.

History 4/15

Study for the quiz on Chapter 15, Section 5
Complete the Guided Reading Review #293

algebra, 4/15

all blocks:  1) practice 6.1C, #1-26
                  2) practice 6.2C, #1-11
                  3) study for quiz on Thursday (6.1,6.2)

Language Arts 4/15

1) Read your independent reading book.  You should be 1/4 of the way through by the end of the week.  Bring it to school the rest of the week for some reading in class and during reading blocks.

2) Do research for your group.  Bring any information to class tomorrow. Try to look for case studies and/or specific studies, research, findings that support at least one of your top reasons.

History 4/14

Vocabulary #'s 282 & 283

algebra, 4/14

a-c block:  pg. 343, #5-30,  must show all steps to get credit

d-block:  pg. 459, #14-43

Language Arts 4/14

1) Read your independent reading book.  You should be 1/4 of the way through by the end of the week.

2) Do research for your group.  Bring any information to class tomorrow. Try to look for case studies and/or specific studies, research, findings that support at least one of your top reasons.

History 4/13

Continue reading Chapter 15, Section 5
Complete Vocabulary #281
Quiz on Chapter 15, Section 5 on Thursday

algebra, 4/13

a-c block:   pg. 337-338, #2-66 (even)

d-block:   pg. 453-454, #4-68 (even)

Language Arts 4/13

1) Read your independent reading book.  You should be 1/4 of the way through by the end of the week.

2) Do research for your group.  Bring any information to class tomorrow.

Language Arts 4/10

1) Study your two-column notes for your vocabulary quiz on Monday!
Debate Vocabulary


2) Find your book (one that you have never read before that has been turned into a movie). Begin reading as soon as you get it!! All students should have their books by Monday!

History 4/9

Please begin reading Chapter 15, Section 5
Complete vocabulary #'s 279 & 280

Language Arts 4/8

1) Complete the Debate Brainstorm Worksheet for tomorrow's class.

2) Continue looking for a book for our book/movie assignment.

3) Study your vocabulary words for the vocabulary quiz on Monday.

algebra, 4/8

a-c block:  1) pg. 414, #8-12, 15-18
                  2) study for Thurs. quiz on chapter 7

d-block :   1) pg. 349, #12-15, 26-30
                 2) pg. 356-357, #22-27, 40-44

Science Homework Tuesday April 7th

Tonight's homework is to create 5 word problems that are similar to the ones found on page 20 in your Force, Motion and Energy Books. Make sure you show ALL of your work and provide answers for your problems. Be original and be NEAT.

Additionally,

Create 2 different sentences using the word "Tendency", make sure your sentences show your understanding for the meaning of the word.

algebra, 4/7

a-c block:   pg. 429-430, # 12-17 (just write the # of solutions, don't need to match with A-F)
                                        #18-23 (use combination method to solve)

d-block:  no homework, had a quiz

History 4/7

Study for your quiz Thursday!
Please complete vocabulary #'s 270 & 271

Language Arts 4/7

1) Complete two-column notes for vocabulary words 7-11. On the right-hand side of the page, give the definition, synonyms, antonyms, category, and an original sentence for each word. Underneath the word (on the left-hand side) draw a picture! 
Debate Vocabulary

2) Begin looking for your April independent reading book.  For this month, you need to pick a book that has been made into a movie. Remember, it must be a book you have not yet read.

History 4/6

There will be a quiz on Chapter 15, Section 4 Thursday!
Vocabulary #'s268 &269

algebra, 4/6

a-c block:   1) 'ladder' sheet, #1-6
                   2) 'antelope' sheet, #1-5


d-block:     1)  'ladder' sheet, #1-6
                   2)  'antelope' sheet, #1-8
                  3) study for quiz on Tuesday (chapter 7:  7.1,7.2,7.3,7.5)

Language Arts 4/6

1) Complete two-column notes for vocabulary words 1-6. On the right-hand side of the page, give the definition, synonyms, antonyms, category, and an original sentence for each word. Underneath the word (on the left-hand side) draw a picture! 
Debate Vocabulary

2) Begin looking for your April independent reading book.  For this month, you need to pick a book that has been made into a movie. Remember, it must be a book you have not yet read.

Language Arts 4/2

1) None  :)

algebra, 4/2

a-c block:  1) practice 7.3B, #1-8 (use combination method)
                  2) clean out binder (everything except chapter 7)
                          
d-block:    1) practice 6.2A, #1-24
                 2) clean out binder (everything except chapter 6 + 7)

Language Arts 4/1

1) Nonfiction project is due TOMORROW!! It is the last major grade of the term.  The rubric and assignment sheets can be found on this blog and also Google Classroom.

History 4/1

Yay - April is here!
Please study for the Chapter 15, Section 3 quiz.
Review Sheet # 266

algebra, 4/1

a-c block:  pg. 414, #8-19  (solve by using combinations)

d-block:  pg. 337-338, #2-66 (even)

History 3/31

Guided Reading #265
Please finish the Fact or Opinion #263 if not finished.
Quiz Thursday on Chapter 15, Section 3

algebra, 3/31

a-c block:   pg. 408, #6-16

d-block:   pg. 421, #19-23
                pg. 429-430, #15-23

Language Arts 3/31

1) STUDY!!!!! The unit test on Twelve Angry Men is tomorrow!  Use your notes and review guides from all three acts to help you prepare. 


2) Work on your independent reading project.  The project is due by Thursday and will be the last major grade of the term.  
Nonfiction Project
Nonfiction Project Rubric

History 3/30

There will be a quiz on Chapter 15, Section 3 on Thursday!
Vocabulary homework tonight is #253 & 254

Language Arts 3/30

1) Work on your independent reading project.  The project is due Thursday and will be the last major grade of the term.  
Nonfiction Project
Nonfiction Project Rubric

2) Use your notes from Acts I and II to help you prepare for the Twelve Angry Men test that will be on Wednesday.  We will review all three acts on Tuesday!

Language Arts 3/27

1) Work on your independent reading project.  The project is due next Thursday and will be the last major grade of the term.  
Nonfiction Project

2) Use your notes from Acts I and II to help you prepare for the Twelve Angry Men test that will be on Wednesday.  We will finish Act III in class at the beginning of the week.