Pre-Algebra I with Seema:
We are close to finishing Chapter 4 and I handed out a review packet to prepare for Chapter 4 test. My best guess is the test will be next Friday Oct 26th. I have had to put off covering new material a couple of times this week in order to review previously covered material. The majority of this group is secure with different concepts such as greatest common factor (GCF) and least common multiple (LCM). However, they need to review well so they don't get confused between them. I have emphasized thinking about what the words mean if they get stuck and figuring it out from there. I returned chapter 4 quiz 1 and they took chapter 4 quiz 2 today. This (shortened) week we started looking at improper and proper fraction and mixed numbers and how to convert between them. The students were also introduced to least common multiple and next they will learn how to use this to find the least common denominator to order and compare fractions. We will finish up the unit with converting decimals to fractions and vice versa.
We are close to finishing Chapter 4 and I handed out a review packet to prepare for Chapter 4 test. My best guess is the test will be next Friday Oct 26th. I have had to put off covering new material a couple of times this week in order to review previously covered material. The majority of this group is secure with different concepts such as greatest common factor (GCF) and least common multiple (LCM). However, they need to review well so they don't get confused between them. I have emphasized thinking about what the words mean if they get stuck and figuring it out from there. I returned chapter 4 quiz 1 and they took chapter 4 quiz 2 today. This (shortened) week we started looking at improper and proper fraction and mixed numbers and how to convert between them. The students were also introduced to least common multiple and next they will learn how to use this to find the least common denominator to order and compare fractions. We will finish up the unit with converting decimals to fractions and vice versa.
Pre-Algebra II with Jared:
In Pre-Algebra II, we looked at how to convert improper fractions into mixed numbers, and then how to do the reverse. We also discussed how to solve complicated word problems by solving simpler problems, and then finding a pattern to extrapolate from. On Friday we took a second quiz on this material.
Pre-Algebra III with Ann:
We worked with solving systems of linear equations by graphing- including what happens when you end up with the same line and parallel lines. After a quiz on the second part of Chapter 3, students began a transformations mini-project. For this project, students have a choice of how they would like to learn and present the information in the last portion of Chapter 3. All students are required to show they understand translation, rotation, and reflection. Some students are creating flip books while others have chosen to preform transformations on graph paper and work several problems in the text. I am excited to see what everyone comes up with as some of the brainstorming ideas were rather ambitious!
Our Chapter 3 test will be next Thursday (10/26).
We worked with solving systems of linear equations by graphing- including what happens when you end up with the same line and parallel lines. After a quiz on the second part of Chapter 3, students began a transformations mini-project. For this project, students have a choice of how they would like to learn and present the information in the last portion of Chapter 3. All students are required to show they understand translation, rotation, and reflection. Some students are creating flip books while others have chosen to preform transformations on graph paper and work several problems in the text. I am excited to see what everyone comes up with as some of the brainstorming ideas were rather ambitious!
Our Chapter 3 test will be next Thursday (10/26).
Algebra I with Molly:
This week in Algebra, students learned to work with compound
inequalities. They are now applying the many skills they’ve brought to algebra
to new situations. They are working on very careful calculations, keeping track
of negative signs, doing steps in the correct order, and sometimes changing the
direction of inequality signs. These are all opportunities for mistakes and
require careful attention from the students. They learned to solve absolute
value equations and inequalities. And will complete Chapter 3 on early next
week, review and take the test.
Language Arts with Jared:
In Language Arts, students reviewed for their vocabulary test by working in partners on a giant crossword puzzle, and by using their flashcards and working on a review worksheet. We also spent a bit of time discussing short stories, reading a few examples, and looking at their story structure. Sixth graders read "The Three Questions" by Tolstoy, seventh graders read Thurber's "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," and Sawyer's "Gator", and eighth graders read "The Celebrated Jumping Frog" by Mark Twain and "The Cop and the Anthem" by O. Henry.
World Studies & U.S. History with Ann:Sixth graders had the chance to perfect and deliver their elevator speeches this week. Seventh graders began investigating what happens when 10% of the people control 90% of the wealth. Eighth graders worked on analyzing political cartoons.
All students were asked to find a current event relating to technology this week. Some of them were amazing-please ask your student what they discovered!
All students were asked to find a current event relating to technology this week. Some of them were amazing-please ask your student what they discovered!
Earth Science with Molly:
This week in science students had a third additional day to work on
their seasons essay. This should be turned in by Monday. We’re moving along
with science fair. Students turned in proposals for science fair projects at
the end of the week. Next week, 6th & 7th grade
students will be doing some basic research about the scientific processes affecting
their science project topic and 8th grade students will be
researching products similar to or components of what they’re creating for
their engineering design project. We began reading from the textbook, learning
to take effective notes to study from.
Spanish with Corinne:
Sunshine Spanish
Sunshine A
This week we started Chapter 2A, talking about classes and school day schedules. On Friday students used class time to work on their research projects for our culture night in the spring.
Sunshine B
This week we started Chapter 6B, parts of the house a chores. Students enjoyed discussing their chores and their house layouts compared to what was listed in the book. On Friday students used class time to continue working on their research projects for the spring culture night.
HS Spanish I, part II
Sunshine A
This week we started Chapter 2A, talking about classes and school day schedules. On Friday students used class time to work on their research projects for our culture night in the spring.
Sunshine B
This week we started Chapter 6B, parts of the house a chores. Students enjoyed discussing their chores and their house layouts compared to what was listed in the book. On Friday students used class time to continue working on their research projects for the spring culture night.
HS Spanish I, part II
This week we began Chapter 6A, talking about items in a bedroom, and electronic equipment. Students enjoyed a review of colors and other vocabulary from 4th grade Spanish, and also enjoyed discussing VCR and DVD players in comparison to modern day technology such as Apple TV and Netflix. Because of the field trips this week, we did begin the grammar for this chapter.
HS Spanish II, part I
This week we began Chapter 2A, talking about daily routines. Students made lists of all of the new vocabulary words. Because of the field trips this week, we did not start any grammar.
HS Spanish II, part II
This week we began Chapter 5A, talking about heroic acts during natural disasters. Students made lists of all of the new vocabulary from this chapter to help with studying and familiarity with the words. We did not begin any grammar this week because of the field trips.
Art with Patti:
Sixth Grade: Art Journal:
Bottles/Vases Watercolor
Using watercolor, students filled in the background of their
bottles/vases composition. They thought about intensity and color choice so
that the background does not compete with the bottles. Some used white pastel
to create a resist. Project:
Non-representational Artwork
Exploring three
different types of materials, create an artwork that focuses on shape, color,
line, value, and emotion. You can reference the non-representational art
journal pages for some of the technique exploration as possibilities to use.
Your reflection will include what types of media you chose to explore, as well
as which elements of art you used. Art Project:
Self-Representation Students
think about their likes, how they spend their time, favorite foods, hobbies,
family representation, favorite places to visit, who they are as a person. They
are to create an artwork that is a representation of themselves, using visuals
to convey imagery of who they are, without using a self-portrait.
Seventh Grade: Art Journal:
Watercolor To
compare their journal paper to watercolor paper, students created background
using an intermediate color (by mixing a primary color with a secondary color)
on a 6 X 9" watercolor paper. They also finished their journal watercolor
page by removing the Rubber Cement. Project: Chalk
Drawing Using Grid First
PROJECT assignment. You will create a drawing using white chalk on black paper.
LIGHTLY draw a 2" grid on your black 12 X 18" paper. Choose an image
to print out in black and white that has a range of values and shows contrast.
Draw a 1" grid (or adjust if necessary) on top of your image. Using pencil,
LIGHTLY draw major shapes you see in each square from your image onto your
black paper. Move square by square, checking where the shapes meet the edges of
the squares to scale correctly. Using white chalk, students fill in various
values you see in each square, reference the value scale you created in your
art journal. Use a viewfinder (a card cut with a hole that matches your image
grid square) to help you focus on small pieces of information.
Eighth Grade: Art Journal: More
watercolor techniques Students continued exploring different watercolor
techniques. They started exploring transparency, used the water drop, splatter,
dry on dry. Art Journal: Label
Watercolor techniques Students labeled transparency, wet on
wet, splatter, alcohol, salt, dry on dry, resist and water/color drops. Project: Charcoal
Drawing
First PROJECT assignment. Students will create a drawing using charcoal on
white or neutral paper. LIGHTLY draw a 2" grid on your 12 X 18"
project paper. Choose an image to print out in black and white that has a range
of values and shows contrast. Draw a 1" grid (or adjust if necessary) on
top of your image. Using pencil, LIGHTLY draw major shapes you see in each
square from your image onto your black paper. Move square by square, checking
where the shapes meet the edges of the squares to scale correctly. Using vine
charcoal, start filling in shapes they see in each square. Use charcoal pencils
and compressed charcoal to build a range of values in each square. Reference
the value sphere you created in your art journal. Use a viewfinder (a card cut
with a hole that matches your image grid square) to help you focus on small
pieces of information.
Check out the art blog at http://bnsartstudio.weebly.com/
Computer Lab with Lorraine:
6th and 7th Grade
Students will start a new project. It is a research project where students identify a specific country's location on a map, its capital, population, and size (add these as markers to the map as clip art). Upon further research, students will identify three industries for the specific country's economy. Then in detail, describe how these industries affect that particular country's economy in a Google Slide presentation.
Students will research a topic about some "type" of travel path for a vehicle (car, train, plane, boat) i.e. Amelia Earhart flight plans, the first Transcontinental Railroad or a famous sail boat or car race). It could also be about an art tour, an animal or insect migration, history event i.e. westward expansion, or even the manufacturing of a product as a raw material at the the beginning until the end when the product is in our home. Using the skills learned about creating maps, students will add location markers, icons and images to their maps. Finally in Google Slides create a 4 slide presentation about their research
P.E. and Health with Matt:
http://matthewperry.co/?page_
Next week 10/23 to 10/27, the Purple roomers will be doing their Physical Fitness Testing for the beginning of the year. Please try to encourage your student to wear athletic clothing on Tuesday and Thursday. As it may be uncomfortable for students to do some of these activities in regular street clothes.
Next week 10/23 to 10/27, the Purple roomers will be doing their Physical Fitness Testing for the beginning of the year. Please try to encourage your student to wear athletic clothing on Tuesday and Thursday. As it may be uncomfortable for students to do some of these activities in regular street clothes.
Life Skills / Sex Ed with Molly:
This week only 7th grade students had class, due to Monday
off. They turned their science fair proposals in, then spent time learning
about Micah’s Backpack and making posters for this month’s collection of fruit
cups. Next time, 6th grade students will split into gender groups.
The girls will learn about and diagramed parts of the body that produce
hormones for the endocrine system. The boys will spend their independent time
working on a handwriting practice book. 7th grade boys will watch a
video reviewing changes that occur during puberty. 7th grade boys
will respond to a questionnaire about how their year is going. 8th
grade students will split into gender groups. Girls will meet to discuss breast
changes during puberty, while the boys read from 101 Things To Know About Being
A Guy.
Thank you from,
The Purple Team
The Purple Team
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