Thursday:
I collected the LA section of everybody's binder and we read our poems!
Friday:
Team Building Day
Enjoy your break -- Read, Read, Read!
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Wednesday, December 16
Due: Seminar Questions Finished
In class we had a seminar discussing Bronx Masquerade and Dead Poets Society.
HW: (1) Test Corrections due tomorrow and (2) Organize your binder and update your TOC
In class we had a seminar discussing Bronx Masquerade and Dead Poets Society.
HW: (1) Test Corrections due tomorrow and (2) Organize your binder and update your TOC
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Tuesday, December 15
Due: None.
In class, we finished watching Dead Poets Society and started working on Seminar Questions.
HW: Seminar Questions due tomorrow.
All Test corrections (vocab. and Bronx) due Thursday!
In class, we finished watching Dead Poets Society and started working on Seminar Questions.
HW: Seminar Questions due tomorrow.
All Test corrections (vocab. and Bronx) due Thursday!
Monday, December 14, 2009
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Thursday, December 10
Due: None.
In class, we discussed Dead Poets Society and continued watching it.
HW: (1) Study for Vocab. Unit Test Tomorrow and (2) Bring your independent reading book for a homework grade!
In class, we discussed Dead Poets Society and continued watching it.
HW: (1) Study for Vocab. Unit Test Tomorrow and (2) Bring your independent reading book for a homework grade!
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Tuesday, December 8
Due: None.
In class students took their Bronx Masquerade and Poetry Test.
HW: Get movie permission slip signed and vocab. quiz corrections due tomorrow!
In class students took their Bronx Masquerade and Poetry Test.
HW: Get movie permission slip signed and vocab. quiz corrections due tomorrow!
Monday, December 7, 2009
Monday, December 7
Due: None.
In class students reflected on the title of Bronx Masquerade and then completed a poetry scavenger hunt.
HW: Study for Bronx & Poetry Test tomorrow!
In class students reflected on the title of Bronx Masquerade and then completed a poetry scavenger hunt.
HW: Study for Bronx & Poetry Test tomorrow!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Thursday, December 3
Due: None.
In class, students finished reading Bronx Masquerade :) and finished filling in their character charts.
HW: Bring a book to class tomorrow and study for vocab. quiz.
Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, Dec. 8: Bronx and Poetry Test
Friday, Dec. 11: Vocabulary Unit Test (all 4 lists!)
Tuesday, Jan. 12: SSR Project due (reading goal met and reading reflection sheets for each book completed!)
In class, students finished reading Bronx Masquerade :) and finished filling in their character charts.
HW: Bring a book to class tomorrow and study for vocab. quiz.
Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, Dec. 8: Bronx and Poetry Test
Friday, Dec. 11: Vocabulary Unit Test (all 4 lists!)
Tuesday, Jan. 12: SSR Project due (reading goal met and reading reflection sheets for each book completed!)
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Tuesday, December 1
Due: Figurative Language Review
In class students wrote a poem entitled "If I ..."
Then, we discussed the characters in Bronx and continued reading the book.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow!
In class students wrote a poem entitled "If I ..."
Then, we discussed the characters in Bronx and continued reading the book.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow!
Monday, November 30, 2009
Monday, November 30
Due: None.
In class students received the 4th vocab list for this quarter. Then, we discussed the Bronx masquerade questions from last week. Finally, the kids completed an imagery activity about Shel Silverstein.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Wednesday
If you missed class last Tuesday, do the back of #14 (Figurative Language Review) for tomorrow
In class students received the 4th vocab list for this quarter. Then, we discussed the Bronx masquerade questions from last week. Finally, the kids completed an imagery activity about Shel Silverstein.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Wednesday
If you missed class last Tuesday, do the back of #14 (Figurative Language Review) for tomorrow
Friday, November 20, 2009
Friday, November 20
Due: Independent reading books and quiz corrections
In class, students took their 3rd vocab quiz and read their books.
HW: Enjoy the Weekend!
In class, students took their 3rd vocab quiz and read their books.
HW: Enjoy the Weekend!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Thursday, November 19
Due: None.
In class student continued reading Bronx and filling out their character charts. Then, they completed a "magic square" to review for their quiz tomorrow.
HW: Study for vocab quiz tomorrow
Bring a book to class to read
Vocab Quiz 2 corrections
In class student continued reading Bronx and filling out their character charts. Then, they completed a "magic square" to review for their quiz tomorrow.
HW: Study for vocab quiz tomorrow
Bring a book to class to read
Vocab Quiz 2 corrections
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Wednesday, November 18
Due: Vocab 3 Flashcards and "Message to a Friend" poem
In class, students wrote a half page responding to the questions: Of the characters we have read about so far, who do you relate to the most? Explain.
Then, we discussed the "Bronx Masquerade Questions" from Monday. Finally, kids took notes on sound devices in poetry and looked for examples in the song "Summer in the City."
HW: Study for Vocab. Quiz Friday :)
In class, students wrote a half page responding to the questions: Of the characters we have read about so far, who do you relate to the most? Explain.
Then, we discussed the "Bronx Masquerade Questions" from Monday. Finally, kids took notes on sound devices in poetry and looked for examples in the song "Summer in the City."
HW: Study for Vocab. Quiz Friday :)
Monday, November 16, 2009
Tuesday, November 17
Due: Bronx Questions WS
In class, students had a few minutes to work on their questions and then turned them in. Then, they read in Bronx and filled in their character chart. finally, students were given time to start writing a "Message to a Friend" poem.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards & "Message to a Friend" Poem due tomorrow :)
In class, students had a few minutes to work on their questions and then turned them in. Then, they read in Bronx and filled in their character chart. finally, students were given time to start writing a "Message to a Friend" poem.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards & "Message to a Friend" Poem due tomorrow :)
Monday, November 16
Due: Letter Poem :)
In class, students received their 3rd vocabulary list for the quarter. Then, students continued reading Bronx and filling in their character chart. Finally, students had time to work on their Bronx Questions in class.
HW: Finish Bronx Questions and Vocab. Flashcards due Wednesday!
In class, students received their 3rd vocabulary list for the quarter. Then, students continued reading Bronx and filling in their character chart. Finally, students had time to work on their Bronx Questions in class.
HW: Finish Bronx Questions and Vocab. Flashcards due Wednesday!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Thursday, November 12
Due: Vocab. Flashcards
In class students continued reading Bronx and started writing their "Letter Poems" in class.
HW: Study for vocab. quiz tomorrow; bring a book to class Friday; Letter Poem due Monday
In class students continued reading Bronx and started writing their "Letter Poems" in class.
HW: Study for vocab. quiz tomorrow; bring a book to class Friday; Letter Poem due Monday
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Tuesday, November 10
Due: None.
In class students took notes on different types of poetry and then we started reading Bronx Masquerade and filling out character charts!
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Thursday - Enjoy your day off!
In class students took notes on different types of poetry and then we started reading Bronx Masquerade and filling out character charts!
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Thursday - Enjoy your day off!
Monday, November 9, 2009
Monday, November 9
Due: None.
In class, students turned in their TOC and we introduced a new unit. In class we will be reading Bronx Masquerade - a book which discusses the Harlem Renaissance, life in the Bronx, and poetry! We discussed some of these themes today and will begin reading tomorrow.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Thursday! Vocab. Quiz Friday :)
In class, students turned in their TOC and we introduced a new unit. In class we will be reading Bronx Masquerade - a book which discusses the Harlem Renaissance, life in the Bronx, and poetry! We discussed some of these themes today and will begin reading tomorrow.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Thursday! Vocab. Quiz Friday :)
Friday, November 6, 2009
Friday, November 6
Due: Projects finished!
Students presented their projects in class!
HW: Enjoy your weekend!
Students presented their projects in class!
HW: Enjoy your weekend!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Thursday, November 5
Due: Project Sheet Signed!
In class students worked on their Literature Circle Projects!
HW: Be ready to present tomorrow!
In class students worked on their Literature Circle Projects!
HW: Be ready to present tomorrow!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Wednesday, November 4
Due: None.
In class students worked on their Projects!
HW: Remember Projects are due Friday first thing and Project sheets should be signed by tomorrow!
In class students worked on their Projects!
HW: Remember Projects are due Friday first thing and Project sheets should be signed by tomorrow!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Tuesday, November 3
Due: SSR Goals Sheets (past) due!
In class, students took a silent group quiz on their literature circle books. Then, I explained their lit. circle project and students started dividing up responsibilities. Projects are due Friday and students will be given Wednesday and Thursday in class to work on them!
HW: (1) If you have missing work - turn it in!
(2) Quiz Corrections due Tomorrow!
(3) Project Sheet Signed due Thursday
In class, students took a silent group quiz on their literature circle books. Then, I explained their lit. circle project and students started dividing up responsibilities. Projects are due Friday and students will be given Wednesday and Thursday in class to work on them!
HW: (1) If you have missing work - turn it in!
(2) Quiz Corrections due Tomorrow!
(3) Project Sheet Signed due Thursday
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Thursday, October 29
Due: SSR Goals sheet SIGNED
In class, students continued reading their books and working on the handouts -- they also reviewed for their vocab. quiz tomorrow.
HW: Study for vocab. quiz tomorrow and bring a book to class. Literature circle books and handouts due tomorrow at the beginning of class.
In class, students continued reading their books and working on the handouts -- they also reviewed for their vocab. quiz tomorrow.
HW: Study for vocab. quiz tomorrow and bring a book to class. Literature circle books and handouts due tomorrow at the beginning of class.
Wednesday, October 28
Due: Vocab. Flashcards
In class, students read their literature circle books and worked on their handouts.
HW: SSR Goals sheet due SIGNED tomorrow!
In class, students read their literature circle books and worked on their handouts.
HW: SSR Goals sheet due SIGNED tomorrow!
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Tuesday, October 27
Due: None.
In class, students were introduced to their extra credit option for this quarter. Then, students completed a warm up about using "They", "It", and "Thing" in their writing and had the rest of the period to read in their literature circles.
HW: Vocabulary Flashcards due tomorrow! SSR Goals sheet due Thursday (signed!)
In class, students were introduced to their extra credit option for this quarter. Then, students completed a warm up about using "They", "It", and "Thing" in their writing and had the rest of the period to read in their literature circles.
HW: Vocabulary Flashcards due tomorrow! SSR Goals sheet due Thursday (signed!)
Monday, October 26, 2009
Monday, October 26
Due: None.
In class students got their new vocab. list and SSR Goals sheet. Then, I passed back Charlie Essays and SSR Projects and showed students their report card grades. Finally, students read in their literature circle books.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Wednesday & SSR goals due Thursday (signed!)
In class students got their new vocab. list and SSR Goals sheet. Then, I passed back Charlie Essays and SSR Projects and showed students their report card grades. Finally, students read in their literature circle books.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Wednesday & SSR goals due Thursday (signed!)
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Thursday, October 22
Due: SSR Reading Reflections due!
In class, students finished reading their 2nd section in the Literature Circle books and completed their 2nd Worksheet.
Students then turned in their Reading Reflections!
HW: Enjoy your long weekend!
In class, students finished reading their 2nd section in the Literature Circle books and completed their 2nd Worksheet.
Students then turned in their Reading Reflections!
HW: Enjoy your long weekend!
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Wednesday, October 21
Due: None.
In class, students discussed different types of narration and then continued reading in their Literature Circles.
HW: Vocabulary Test Corrections due tomorrow.
SSR Project Due Tomorrow
In class, students discussed different types of narration and then continued reading in their Literature Circles.
HW: Vocabulary Test Corrections due tomorrow.
SSR Project Due Tomorrow
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Tuesday, October 20
Due: "Kinds of Narrators" WS
In class, students continued reading their Literature Circle Books.
HW: SSR Project due THIS Thursday!!
In class, students continued reading their Literature Circle Books.
HW: SSR Project due THIS Thursday!!
Monday, October 19, 2009
Monday, October 19
Due: None.
In class students continued reading their literature circle books. They also switched assignments :)
HW: "Kinds of Narrators" WS
In class students continued reading their literature circle books. They also switched assignments :)
HW: "Kinds of Narrators" WS
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Friday, October 16
Due: None.
In class students took their Vocabulary Unit Test #1 and then they read their independent reading books for the remainder of class.
HW: Read! Enjoy your weekend :)
In class students took their Vocabulary Unit Test #1 and then they read their independent reading books for the remainder of class.
HW: Read! Enjoy your weekend :)
Thursday, October 16
Due: Literature Circle Worksheet #1 Due.
In class students discussed their literature circle books and turned in their homework. Then, we reviewed for the vocabulary test tomorrow!
HW: Study for test tomorrow and bring your book to class :)
In class students discussed their literature circle books and turned in their homework. Then, we reviewed for the vocabulary test tomorrow!
HW: Study for test tomorrow and bring your book to class :)
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Wednesday, October 14
Due: "Plot and Conflict" WS
In class students reviewed for theirVocab. Test on Friday and then continued reading in their Literature Circles.
HW: (1) Lit. Circle Worksheet #1 Due tomorrow
(2) Vocab. Quiz Corrections due tomorrow
(3) Study for Vocab. Test Friday!!!
In class students reviewed for theirVocab. Test on Friday and then continued reading in their Literature Circles.
HW: (1) Lit. Circle Worksheet #1 Due tomorrow
(2) Vocab. Quiz Corrections due tomorrow
(3) Study for Vocab. Test Friday!!!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Tuesday, October 13
Due: None.
In class students continued reading their East Asia Literature Circle Books.
HW: (1) "Plot and Conflict" WS due tomorrow
(2) Vocabulary Quiz Corrections due Thursday
(3) Study for Vocab. TEST on Friday
(4) Kanki Permission form and money due Friday
In class students continued reading their East Asia Literature Circle Books.
HW: (1) "Plot and Conflict" WS due tomorrow
(2) Vocabulary Quiz Corrections due Thursday
(3) Study for Vocab. TEST on Friday
(4) Kanki Permission form and money due Friday
Monday, October 12, 2009
Monday, October 12
Due: None.
In class I introduced our next unit: East Asia Literature Circles!
Then, students were assigned roles in their groups and books.
Students were then given the rest of the period to start reading.
HW: Vocabulary Unit Test Friday, October 16
In class I introduced our next unit: East Asia Literature Circles!
Then, students were assigned roles in their groups and books.
Students were then given the rest of the period to start reading.
HW: Vocabulary Unit Test Friday, October 16
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Thursday, October 8
Due: Your essay must be finished and ready to type!
In class students typed their final Charlie essays.
HW: Study for Vocab Quiz tomorrow and bring your book to class!
In class students typed their final Charlie essays.
HW: Study for Vocab Quiz tomorrow and bring your book to class!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Wednesday, October 7
Due: Vocab Flashcards
In class, students reviewed for their Vocabulary Quiz on Friday. Then, they switched essays with a peer and edited eachother's papers.
HW: You must come into class tomorrow ready to type your essay!
In class, students reviewed for their Vocabulary Quiz on Friday. Then, they switched essays with a peer and edited eachother's papers.
HW: You must come into class tomorrow ready to type your essay!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Tuesday, October 6
Due: None.
In class, students practiced using apostrophes and then took a TOC quiz/check. Then, we discussed conclusion paragraphs and students completed their conclusion!
HW: Make sure your entire rough draft of your Charlie essay is finished (Intro, Body, and Conclusion). Vocab. 4 Flashcards due tomorrow!
In class, students practiced using apostrophes and then took a TOC quiz/check. Then, we discussed conclusion paragraphs and students completed their conclusion!
HW: Make sure your entire rough draft of your Charlie essay is finished (Intro, Body, and Conclusion). Vocab. 4 Flashcards due tomorrow!
Monday, October 5, 2009
Monday, October 5
Due: None.
In class, students received their Vocabulary List #4. They were then given the rest of the period to finish writing their body paragraphs for "Charlie & the Chocolate Factory."
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Wednesday!
In class, students received their Vocabulary List #4. They were then given the rest of the period to finish writing their body paragraphs for "Charlie & the Chocolate Factory."
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due Wednesday!
Friday, October 2, 2009
Friday, October 2
Due: Book in class
During class students read their independent reading books. While they read, I met with students one-on-one to discuss their writing and their SSR goals.
HW: Read:)
During class students read their independent reading books. While they read, I met with students one-on-one to discuss their writing and their SSR goals.
HW: Read:)
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Thursday, October 1
Due: Introduction Paragraph
In class students practiced using apostrophes. Then, students started outlining the body paragraphs for their Charlie essays.
HW: Bring book tomorrow!
In class students practiced using apostrophes. Then, students started outlining the body paragraphs for their Charlie essays.
HW: Bring book tomorrow!
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Wednesday, September 30
Due: Pre-Writing for Charlie Essay
In class, students completed a short lesson about apostrophe usage. Then, we discussed what an introduction paragraph and thesis statement are. Finally, students were given te remainder of class time to work on their introduction paragraph.
HW: Finish introduction paragraph!
In class, students completed a short lesson about apostrophe usage. Then, we discussed what an introduction paragraph and thesis statement are. Finally, students were given te remainder of class time to work on their introduction paragraph.
HW: Finish introduction paragraph!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Tuesday, September 29
Due: None
In class students received their first Writing Test score and reviewed the scoring rubric for the test. Then, students practiced pre-writing and began working on the pre-writing for their Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Essay.
HW: Finish Pre-Writing!
In class students received their first Writing Test score and reviewed the scoring rubric for the test. Then, students practiced pre-writing and began working on the pre-writing for their Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Essay.
HW: Finish Pre-Writing!
Friday, September 25, 2009
Friday, September 25
Due: Book in class :)
In class students took their vocabulary quiz and then read books.
HW: zErO
In class students took their vocabulary quiz and then read books.
HW: zErO
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Thursday, September 24
Due: None
In class students reviewed our discussion yesterday about essay organization. Then, students did an activity called "Visiting Canada" where they put together the pieces of an argumentative essay about Canada. Finally, we played a review game for our vocabulary quiz tomorrow.
HW: Study for quiz tomorrow and bring book!
In class students reviewed our discussion yesterday about essay organization. Then, students did an activity called "Visiting Canada" where they put together the pieces of an argumentative essay about Canada. Finally, we played a review game for our vocabulary quiz tomorrow.
HW: Study for quiz tomorrow and bring book!
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Wednesday, September 23
Due: Flashcards
In class students took notes about writing and paper organization.
HW: Study for vocab quiz Friday
In class students took notes about writing and paper organization.
HW: Study for vocab quiz Friday
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Tuesday, September 22
Due: None.
In class we FINISHED Charlie & the Chocolate Factory and then took some notes on Writing.
HW: Vocab List #3 Flashcards due tomorrow!
In class we FINISHED Charlie & the Chocolate Factory and then took some notes on Writing.
HW: Vocab List #3 Flashcards due tomorrow!
Monday, September 21, 2009
Monday, September 21
Due: None
In class we continued watching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and students received their 3rd Vocabulary List.
HW: Vocab Flashcards due Wednesday!
In class we continued watching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and students received their 3rd Vocabulary List.
HW: Vocab Flashcards due Wednesday!
Friday, September 18, 2009
Friday, September 18
Due: Book in class
In class students took their vocabulary quiz and read their independent reading books.
HW: Read! (and watch Carolina football)
In class students took their vocabulary quiz and read their independent reading books.
HW: Read! (and watch Carolina football)
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Thursday, September 17
Due: None.
In class, students reviewed for their vocabulary quiz. Then we continued watching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Study for Vocab Quiz tomorrow and bring your book to class!!
In class, students reviewed for their vocabulary quiz. Then we continued watching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Study for Vocab Quiz tomorrow and bring your book to class!!
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Wednesday, September 16
Due: Vocab 2 Flashcards & Grammar #2 Worksheet
In class, students read their books for about 10-15 minutes. Then, we discussed the grammar worksheet and started watching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Study for Vocab Quiz Friday and bring candy tomorrow for a webami!
In class, students read their books for about 10-15 minutes. Then, we discussed the grammar worksheet and started watching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Study for Vocab Quiz Friday and bring candy tomorrow for a webami!
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Tuesday, September 15
Due: None.
In class, students continued reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Then, students completed a handout called "Plot the Play" and we discussed their thoughts. Finally, students began work with synonyms and antonyms (and their vocabulary).
HW: Vocabulary Flashcards due tomorrow. Finish grammar worksheet for tomorrow.
In class, students continued reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Then, students completed a handout called "Plot the Play" and we discussed their thoughts. Finally, students began work with synonyms and antonyms (and their vocabulary).
HW: Vocabulary Flashcards due tomorrow. Finish grammar worksheet for tomorrow.
Monday, September 14
Due: None.
In class I returned some work and reviewed with students my expectation for their work. We then continued reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: None.
In class I returned some work and reviewed with students my expectation for their work. We then continued reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: None.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Friday, September 11
Due: "Set the Stage" Worksheet and Independent Reading Book
In class students completed a practice EOG reading and questions. Then, they had the remainder of class time to read their books and/or work on reading reflection handouts.
HW: read always!
In class students completed a practice EOG reading and questions. Then, they had the remainder of class time to read their books and/or work on reading reflection handouts.
HW: read always!
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Thursday, September 10
Due: A Play is Different WS
In class, students completed a warm up where they practiced organization in writing. Then, we continued reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Finish "Set the Stage" worksheet and bring independent reading book Friday!
In class, students completed a warm up where they practiced organization in writing. Then, we continued reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Finish "Set the Stage" worksheet and bring independent reading book Friday!
Wednesday, September 9
Due: None.
In class, students comleted a warm up reflection of Obama's speech on Tuesday. Then, we continued reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and students started work on a worksheet entitled "A Play is Different."
HW: A Play is Different WS due tomorrow!
In class, students comleted a warm up reflection of Obama's speech on Tuesday. Then, we continued reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and students started work on a worksheet entitled "A Play is Different."
HW: A Play is Different WS due tomorrow!
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Tuesday, September 8
Due: SSR Goals Sheet
In class, students turned in their SSR goals handout. Then, I passed back student reading diagnostics from last week and had students complete a handout which told me which type of EOG question they missed the most. Then, I introduced Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and we began reading the play!
HW: None!
In class, students turned in their SSR goals handout. Then, I passed back student reading diagnostics from last week and had students complete a handout which told me which type of EOG question they missed the most. Then, I introduced Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and we began reading the play!
HW: None!
Friday, September 4, 2009
Friday, September 4
Due: Must have independent reading books in class!
In class, students took their first vocabulary quiz. Then, kids read their independent reading books for the remainder of class.
HW: Get your SSR Goals sheet signed by a parent for Tuesday! Have a great weekend!
In class, students took their first vocabulary quiz. Then, kids read their independent reading books for the remainder of class.
HW: Get your SSR Goals sheet signed by a parent for Tuesday! Have a great weekend!
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Thursday, September 3
Due: None.
1st & 2nd Periods: State Writing Test #1
3rd, 6th, and 8th Periods: I explained the SSR Project for this quarter and gave students independent reading time for the rest of class.
HW: (a) Study for Vocab. Quiz tomorrow (b) Bring IRB to class tomorrow and (c) Get SSR Goals sheet signed by a parent for Tuesday!
1st & 2nd Periods: State Writing Test #1
3rd, 6th, and 8th Periods: I explained the SSR Project for this quarter and gave students independent reading time for the rest of class.
HW: (a) Study for Vocab. Quiz tomorrow (b) Bring IRB to class tomorrow and (c) Get SSR Goals sheet signed by a parent for Tuesday!
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Wednesday, September 2
Due: Vocabulary Flashcards
In class, students wrote about and discussed the "steps" to writing an academic essay. Then, students went to the library to choose their Independent Reading Books.
HW: Vocab. Quiz Friday. Make sure you have a book with you in class TOMORROW!
In class, students wrote about and discussed the "steps" to writing an academic essay. Then, students went to the library to choose their Independent Reading Books.
HW: Vocab. Quiz Friday. Make sure you have a book with you in class TOMORROW!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Tuesday, September 1
Due: None.
Today students completed their Reading Diagnostic in class.
HW: Vocabulary Flashcards due tomorrow.
**Remember you have a Vocabulary QUIZ on Friday!
Today students completed their Reading Diagnostic in class.
HW: Vocabulary Flashcards due tomorrow.
**Remember you have a Vocabulary QUIZ on Friday!
Monday, August 31, 2009
Monday, August 31
Due: All Parent Questionnaires & LA Parent Letters due!!!
In class, students received their first vocabulary list! Then, students discussed the good reading strategies and spent the rest of the class period working on a Reading Diagnostic.
HW: Flashcards for Vocab words are due WEDNESDAY! Write the vocab word on the front of the card and the definition and ONE sentence using the word on the back of the card. Remember that you should copy the information from the sheet I gave you in class (you don't have to come up with your own sentence)!
Vocab Quiz #1 on Friday!
In class, students received their first vocabulary list! Then, students discussed the good reading strategies and spent the rest of the class period working on a Reading Diagnostic.
HW: Flashcards for Vocab words are due WEDNESDAY! Write the vocab word on the front of the card and the definition and ONE sentence using the word on the back of the card. Remember that you should copy the information from the sheet I gave you in class (you don't have to come up with your own sentence)!
Vocab Quiz #1 on Friday!
Friday, August 28, 2009
Friday, August 28
Due: Parent Questionnaires, LA Parent Letters, SIVForms
Students viewed a movie and discussed positive and negative character traits using the characters in the movie. Students then participated in team activities for the rest of the day.
HW: If I didn't see you Friday, please turn in the above forms MONDAY! Have a super weekend!
Students viewed a movie and discussed positive and negative character traits using the characters in the movie. Students then participated in team activities for the rest of the day.
HW: If I didn't see you Friday, please turn in the above forms MONDAY! Have a super weekend!
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Thursday, August 27
Due: Parent Questionnaires
In class, students reviewed the rules and procedures in the LA Parent Letter. Then, students completed their barnesbook handouts and shared them with the class. Finally, we discussed what a "complete sentence" is and students completed a worksheet.
HW: LA Parent Letters due Monday, 7th grade contracts due Friday, and Student Information Verification Forms due ASAP!
In class, students reviewed the rules and procedures in the LA Parent Letter. Then, students completed their barnesbook handouts and shared them with the class. Finally, we discussed what a "complete sentence" is and students completed a worksheet.
HW: LA Parent Letters due Monday, 7th grade contracts due Friday, and Student Information Verification Forms due ASAP!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Wednesday, August 26
Due: None.
In class, we reviewed my LA parent letter as a class. Students learned about classroom procedures for behavior, homework, late work, grading, etc. Students then worked on "barnesbook" handouts which will be used to introduce themselves to their classmates on Thursday!
HW: Parent Questionnaires due Thursday, LA Parent Letter due Friday (1st period) and Monday for all other class periods, Student ID Verification Forms due Friday.
In class, we reviewed my LA parent letter as a class. Students learned about classroom procedures for behavior, homework, late work, grading, etc. Students then worked on "barnesbook" handouts which will be used to introduce themselves to their classmates on Thursday!
HW: Parent Questionnaires due Thursday, LA Parent Letter due Friday (1st period) and Monday for all other class periods, Student ID Verification Forms due Friday.
Tuesday, August 25
Due: None!
Welcome back to school! Today in class students received a number of handouts from the school and school district -- these items need to be taken home to parents. Students then received a Parent Questionairre which is to be completed by the parents/guardians of each student and returned to Mrs. Thornton by Thursday, August 27!!!
Finally, students played a name game in class to get to know one another and myself.
HW: Parent Questionairre due Thursday!
Welcome back to school! Today in class students received a number of handouts from the school and school district -- these items need to be taken home to parents. Students then received a Parent Questionairre which is to be completed by the parents/guardians of each student and returned to Mrs. Thornton by Thursday, August 27!!!
Finally, students played a name game in class to get to know one another and myself.
HW: Parent Questionairre due Thursday!
Monday, August 24, 2009
Welcome Back!
Welcome back to Culbreth! As I have mentioned in class (for students) and in the parent letter, I will be maintaining a blog throughout this school year. The purpose of this blog is to keep YOU informed of what is going on during class time and what due dates are coming up. Each day I will record (a) what work was due, (b) what activities we did during class time, and (c) homework or other upcoming assignment due dates. Students should make a point to look at this blog if they have missed a day of class or are confused about a homework assignment. Extra copies of handouts will be located in the "Missed Something!" notebook in Ms. Barnes' classroom. Please let me know if there is any other information you wish to be shared through this blog!
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