12/14 - 12:00 DISMISSAL
12/15 - Grades 5-7 to the Cloisters
12/17 - Students need to bring in small plastic bags to pack their books safely in the closets for Christmas break.
12/18 - Lessons and Carols in the AM followed by class Christmas Party
5th Grade students won a $30 Dominoes gift card for having the most points in Achieve 3000 Science class. It will be used to order Domino pizza on 12/18 for their Christmas Party.
TO ALL OUT STUDENTS AND FAMILIES: WISHING YOU A VERY SAFE AND BLESSED HOLIDAY SEASON!
Monday, December 14, 2015
8th Science - 12/14/15
12/15 - Find an experiment online and complete the following experiment on typing paper. It must be neatly, completely, correctly, full of details and information. If the project is not done correctly your grades will reflect the outcome.
PURPOSE: How do earthquakes form
HYPOTHESIS: If earthquakes ............ then,
MATERIALS: must include materials
PROCEDURE: at least 5 steps
EXPERIMENT: Use drawings and diagrams to show experiment
RESULT: 4 sentences
CONCLUSION: 6-8 sentences
PURPOSE: How do earthquakes form
HYPOTHESIS: If earthquakes ............ then,
MATERIALS: must include materials
PROCEDURE: at least 5 steps
EXPERIMENT: Use drawings and diagrams to show experiment
RESULT: 4 sentences
CONCLUSION: 6-8 sentences
7th Science - 12/14/15
12/16 - Type up the following Cell Experiment. NEATLY! We will do the experiment in class and finish the result and conclusion.
PURPOSE: What are the structures of a cell
HYPOTHESIS: If cells make up all living things, then cell must have specific structures in order to divide
MATERIALS: clear cup; raw chicken egg; paper towel
PROCEDURE: 1. gently break egg without breaking the yolk
2. Take out thin film from inside of egg shell
3. Observe the shell, thin membrane, cytoplasm and nucleus
EXPERIMENT: In class you will: Draw and label each part of the egg cell
RESULT:
CONCLUSION: in class
PURPOSE: What are the structures of a cell
HYPOTHESIS: If cells make up all living things, then cell must have specific structures in order to divide
MATERIALS: clear cup; raw chicken egg; paper towel
PROCEDURE: 1. gently break egg without breaking the yolk
2. Take out thin film from inside of egg shell
3. Observe the shell, thin membrane, cytoplasm and nucleus
EXPERIMENT: In class you will: Draw and label each part of the egg cell
RESULT:
CONCLUSION: in class
6th Science and Social Studies - 12/14/15
12/15 - Copy or type the following Scientific Methods on Volcanoes: NOT in NOTEBOOK
PURPOSE: How do volcanoes form?
HYPOTHESIS: If volcanoes form ..............., then
MATERIALS: materials you used for your project
PROCEDURE: List the steps you took in building and showing how the project works
EXPERIMENT: Draw and label your project- the different parts of your project
RESULT: did it erupt or what was the result (4-8 sentences)
CONCLUSION: summarize your experiment (6-8 sentences)
PURPOSE: How do volcanoes form?
HYPOTHESIS: If volcanoes form ..............., then
MATERIALS: materials you used for your project
PROCEDURE: List the steps you took in building and showing how the project works
EXPERIMENT: Draw and label your project- the different parts of your project
RESULT: did it erupt or what was the result (4-8 sentences)
CONCLUSION: summarize your experiment (6-8 sentences)
5th Science and Social Studies - 12/14/15
12/15 - On loose-leaf or typing paper, copy the Scientific Methods. Leave
PURPOSE: How does the Water Cycle work?
HYPOTHESIS: If water is recycle or renewed, then water is constantly moving in a circle
MATERIALS: clear jar, clear plastic, hot water; shavings of ice; small rock, rubber band
PROCEDURE: 1. Fill jar with 1/4 cups of hot water
2. Put 3 TBSP of ice shavings in the hot water
3. Cover with clear plastic by placing rubber band around the jar
4. Place small rock on top of plastic cover.
EXPERIMENT: (You will draw your observation in class)
RESULT: in class
CONCLUSION: in class
PURPOSE: How does the Water Cycle work?
HYPOTHESIS: If water is recycle or renewed, then water is constantly moving in a circle
MATERIALS: clear jar, clear plastic, hot water; shavings of ice; small rock, rubber band
PROCEDURE: 1. Fill jar with 1/4 cups of hot water
2. Put 3 TBSP of ice shavings in the hot water
3. Cover with clear plastic by placing rubber band around the jar
4. Place small rock on top of plastic cover.
EXPERIMENT: (You will draw your observation in class)
RESULT: in class
CONCLUSION: in class
Monday, December 7, 2015
Weekly Reminders - 12/7/15
12/11 - Full day of school this Friday. Regular Dismissal at 3:00 PM. Friday is FULL DRESS UNIFORM DAY - just like the first day of school.
12/14 - Monday - HALF-DAY - 12:00 Dismissal
8th Science - 12/7/15
8th grade, MAKE SURE your homework is handed in when due. Place notebooks on the table.
12/8 - In notebook, copy and answer the questions completely
1. Where are earthquakes located?
2. Name the three types of fault.
3. What is a strike-slip fault
12/10 - Why is a seismic record from three locations needed to determine the position of an epicenter? in NB
7th Science - 12/7/15
MAKE SURE your homework is handed in when due. Place notebooks on the table.
12/9 - In NB - Draw and label an animal cell
12/11- What is the cell theory? Name the cell theory in NB after explaining what it is.
6th Science and Social Studies - 12/7/15
SCIENCE
MAKE SURE your homework is handed in when due. Place notebooks on the table.
12/8 - In Notebook - Describe in your own words how the Earth's layers were formed. You can use the internet or your text.
12/10 - Write paragraphs explaining the reasons why earthquakes and volcanoes tend to occur on plate boundaries in notebook.
SOCIAL STUDIES
12/9 - In notebook - Why was religion important to the ancient civilization? Use text or internet.
12/10 - REMINDER THAT VOLCANO AND EARTHQUAKE PROJECTS ARE DUE THURSDAY!
12/11 - Compare and contrast monotheism and polytheism. NB
MAKE SURE your homework is handed in when due. Place notebooks on the table.
12/8 - In Notebook - Describe in your own words how the Earth's layers were formed. You can use the internet or your text.
12/10 - Write paragraphs explaining the reasons why earthquakes and volcanoes tend to occur on plate boundaries in notebook.
SOCIAL STUDIES
12/9 - In notebook - Why was religion important to the ancient civilization? Use text or internet.
12/10 - REMINDER THAT VOLCANO AND EARTHQUAKE PROJECTS ARE DUE THURSDAY!
12/11 - Compare and contrast monotheism and polytheism. NB
5th Science and Social Studies - 12/7/15
SCIENCE
MAKE SURE your homework is handed in when due. Place notebooks on the table.
12/8 - In notebook answer the following question:
Which members of a population are more likely to be eaten by predators? Why do you think that is? Write out questions.
12/10 - Handout: Worksheet on the water cycle.
SOCIAL STUDIES
12/9 - In Notebook, copy and define the following vocabulary words - astrolabe; compass; maps; sextant
12/11 - In Notebook - How and Why did Europeans came to the New World
MAKE SURE your homework is handed in when due. Place notebooks on the table.
12/8 - In notebook answer the following question:
Which members of a population are more likely to be eaten by predators? Why do you think that is? Write out questions.
12/10 - Handout: Worksheet on the water cycle.
SOCIAL STUDIES
12/9 - In Notebook, copy and define the following vocabulary words - astrolabe; compass; maps; sextant
12/11 - In Notebook - How and Why did Europeans came to the New World
Friday, December 4, 2015
WEEKLY REMINDER - 12/4/15
12/11 - HALF-DAY NEXT WEEK FRIDAY IS CANCELLED. THERE WILL BE A FULL DAY!
12/14 - THERE WILL BE A HALF-DAY ON MONDAY 12/14.
12/14 - THERE WILL BE A HALF-DAY ON MONDAY 12/14.
Monday, November 30, 2015
8th Science - 11/30/15 - 12/4/15
12/2 - Research the following: Why might it be easier to predict where an earthquake will occur than it is to predict when it will occur? 1-2 pages written or typed.
12/4 - In NB - Write out questions and answer in complete sentences
What are tectonic plates?
What are faults?
What relationships do tectonic plates and faults have with earthquakes?
What is the Richter scale? What do the numbers on the Richter scale mean?
12/4 - In NB - Write out questions and answer in complete sentences
What are tectonic plates?
What are faults?
What relationships do tectonic plates and faults have with earthquakes?
What is the Richter scale? What do the numbers on the Richter scale mean?
7th Science - 11/30/15 - 12/4/15
12/1 - On LL - How can the body defend itself against diseases? Explain.
12/4/15 - Research about the body's immune system and how it protects us from foreign substances. Next, research how vaccines work together with the immune system by helping the body create antibodies (cells that fight bacteria and viruses). State how bodies can sometimes create antibodies themselves without vaccines. Create diagrams or models of the human body to depict how vaccines work with the immune system.
12/4/15 - Research about the body's immune system and how it protects us from foreign substances. Next, research how vaccines work together with the immune system by helping the body create antibodies (cells that fight bacteria and viruses). State how bodies can sometimes create antibodies themselves without vaccines. Create diagrams or models of the human body to depict how vaccines work with the immune system.
6th Science and Social Studies - 11/30/15 - 12/4/15
SCIENCE:
12/2 - On LL. -
Find the area where you live on the map. Is it an area that is subject to earthquakes? Why or why not? Look at places around the country where you may have friends or family, or places you may have previously lived. Do earthquakes occur in these areas? Why or why not?
12/4 - In Notebook: Write out questions and answer in complete sentences.
What are the three major types of fault boundaries?
How do the plates move relative to each other at each of these boundaries?
Which boundaries do you think produce the most earthquakes?
SOCIAL STUDIES:
12/1- NOVEMBER MAP OF THE MONTH DUE
12/1 - Review on p. 99 - 1-3 in NB. Questions and answers
12/3 - On LL - Using the information about Ur in this lesson, write an essay that explains the importance of religion in Sumerian city-states. Tell how archaeological discoveries at Ur support your explanation
12/2 - On LL. -
Find the area where you live on the map. Is it an area that is subject to earthquakes? Why or why not? Look at places around the country where you may have friends or family, or places you may have previously lived. Do earthquakes occur in these areas? Why or why not?
12/4 - In Notebook: Write out questions and answer in complete sentences.
What are the three major types of fault boundaries?
How do the plates move relative to each other at each of these boundaries?
Which boundaries do you think produce the most earthquakes?
SOCIAL STUDIES:
12/1- NOVEMBER MAP OF THE MONTH DUE
12/1 - Review on p. 99 - 1-3 in NB. Questions and answers
12/3 - On LL - Using the information about Ur in this lesson, write an essay that explains the importance of religion in Sumerian city-states. Tell how archaeological discoveries at Ur support your explanation
5th Science and Social Studies - 11/3015 - 12/4/15
SCIENCE
12/2 - IN NOTEBOOK: Copy the following statement and answer the question. Give details!
Our sun is a yellow dwarf and the sun in the article is red dwarf. Find out the difference between these two types of stars. A good place to begin research is on the Worldbook@NASA Web site.
12/4 - Draw and label the water cycle in NB
SOCIAL STUDIES:
12/3 - In notebook, write out questions and answer in full and complete sentences.
What was the aim of King Henry VII when he paid for Cabot's expedition?
Why did Cabot's ship sailed farther north than Columbus's ships?
12/2 - IN NOTEBOOK: Copy the following statement and answer the question. Give details!
Our sun is a yellow dwarf and the sun in the article is red dwarf. Find out the difference between these two types of stars. A good place to begin research is on the Worldbook@NASA Web site.
12/4 - Draw and label the water cycle in NB
SOCIAL STUDIES:
12/3 - In notebook, write out questions and answer in full and complete sentences.
What was the aim of King Henry VII when he paid for Cabot's expedition?
Why did Cabot's ship sailed farther north than Columbus's ships?
Monday, November 23, 2015
Weekly Reminders - 11/23/15
To: Students/Parents/Guardians/Families
On November 24th, OLQM will celebrate Thanksgiving by having a small concert performed by the PRE-Ks and grades 5-8.
We are kindly asking students, teachers, staffs, and families to bring in a dish to share with each other after the performance. All types of foods are accepted!
All are welcome to celebrate with us.
On November 24th, OLQM will celebrate Thanksgiving by having a small concert performed by the PRE-Ks and grades 5-8.
We are kindly asking students, teachers, staffs, and families to bring in a dish to share with each other after the performance. All types of foods are accepted!
All are welcome to celebrate with us.
11/24 - 6th grade research paper due. Details given on Week 11/16/15
12/1 - Map of the Month
12/1 - Social Studies Quiz
12/2 - Science Quiz
Monday, November 16, 2015
WEEKLY REMINDERS - 11/16/15
To: Students/Parents/Guardians/Families
On November 24th, OLQM will celebrate Thanksgiving by having a small concert performed by the PRE-Ks and grades 5-8.
We are kindly asking students, teachers, staffs, and families to bring in a dish to share with each other after the performance. All types of foods are accepted!
All are welcome to celebrate with us.
On November 24th, OLQM will celebrate Thanksgiving by having a small concert performed by the PRE-Ks and grades 5-8.
We are kindly asking students, teachers, staffs, and families to bring in a dish to share with each other after the performance. All types of foods are accepted!
All are welcome to celebrate with us.
8TH SCIENCE ASSIGNMENTS -11/16/15
11/17 - Explain how Newton's first law occurs in everyday events: NB
a) car suddenly stops and you strain against the seat belt b) when riding a horse, the horse suddenly stops and you fly over its head
c) the magician pulls the tablecloth out from under a table full of dishes
d) the difficulty of pushing a dead car
e) lawn bowling on a cut and rolled lawn verses an uncut lawn
f) car turns left and you appear to slide to the right
11/18 - Use the scientific method to write out the information for your experiment.
You will create your own demonstration and experiment illustrating one (1) of Newton's Law or all of his 3 laws. You can work with A partner (1)
You will create your own demonstration and experiment illustrating one (1) of Newton's Law or all of his 3 laws. You can work with A partner (1)
7TH SCIENCE ASSIGNMENTS - 11/16/15
11/17 - What are communicable diseases and how does it spread? NB. At least 2 paragraphs
11/19 - Write out or type up the scientific method to use for your experiment.
Bring in the following 2 apples
Bandage
Antibiotics cream if you have it. Please keep in a sealed ziplock bag and hand it in to me as soon as you get in.
11/19 - Write out or type up the scientific method to use for your experiment.
Bring in the following 2 apples
Bandage
Antibiotics cream if you have it. Please keep in a sealed ziplock bag and hand it in to me as soon as you get in.
6TH SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES ASSIGNMENTS - 11/16/15
SCIENCE
11/17 - VOCABULARY: IN NB
11/19 - In NB - Define volcanologists
SOCIAL STUDIES
11/18 - Read the story of Gilgamesh and the King and answer the questions on p. 93 in NB
12/1 - MAP OF THE MONTH DUE
11/17 - VOCABULARY: IN NB
1. core : The central of the Earth below the mantle, consisting of iron and nickel.
Context: In the center is the yellow core of the planet, a mass of hot liquid iron and nickel.
Context: In the center is the yellow core of the planet, a mass of hot liquid iron and nickel.
2. mantle : The layer of the Earth between the crust and the core.
Context: The white of the egg represents a layer of hot rock called the mantle.
Context: The white of the egg represents a layer of hot rock called the mantle.
3. crust : The exterior portion of the Earth that lies above the Mohorovicic discontinuity.
Context: The eggshell is the earth's crust.
Context: The eggshell is the earth's crust.
4. tectonic plates : Structural features that construct the Earth, consisting of interlocking pieces of land. Context: The Earth is made up of interlocking pieces of land, called tectonic
11/24 -Research a famous volcanic eruption in history and describe the eruption scientifically, explaining the type of eruption and its long-term effects on the environment, as well as its effects on human life.
2 pages typed, double space, black ink, 1 inch margins on all sides, 12 font, reference sheet.
SOCIAL STUDIES
11/18 - Read the story of Gilgamesh and the King and answer the questions on p. 93 in NB
12/1 - MAP OF THE MONTH DUE
5TH SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES HOMEWORK - 11/16/15
SCIENCE
11/17 - In Notebook - Write out question and answer the following: Explain what the difference is between the words toxic and contamination
11/19 - What tools are used to measure different features of the weathers? Write out question. In NB
SOCIAL STUDIES
11/18 - In notebook. Answer the following question using information from the text. Give details.
What details in Columbus's logbook show that the goal of his journey was to claim land for Spain?
11/17 - In Notebook - Write out question and answer the following: Explain what the difference is between the words toxic and contamination
11/19 - What tools are used to measure different features of the weathers? Write out question. In NB
SOCIAL STUDIES
11/18 - In notebook. Answer the following question using information from the text. Give details.
What details in Columbus's logbook show that the goal of his journey was to claim land for Spain?
Monday, November 9, 2015
7th SCIENCE - 11/9/15
11/10 - LOG IN TO ACHIEVE 3000 - LESSON - LIFE WITHOUT LIGHT AND AIR.
Complete the article including Math and Stretch Article. Everything must be completed online
Complete the article including Math and Stretch Article. Everything must be completed online
6th SCIENCE AND SOCIAL STUDIES - 11/9/15
11/10 - ACHIEVE 3000 - Log in and find - WHERE ARE ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA- Complete the article, including the Stretch Activity and Math. All activities must be completed online.
5th SCIENCE AND SOCIAL STUDIES - 11/9/15
11/10 - ACHIEVE 3000 - Log in and complete up to the Thought Question ONLINE.
LESSON - SUN POWER. Complete everything up to the stretch article.
All activities must be completed online
LESSON - SUN POWER. Complete everything up to the stretch article.
All activities must be completed online
Friday, November 6, 2015
MODULE ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE: 11/9 - 11/13
MODULE ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE:
Tuesday - Mathematics and Social Studies
Wednesday - CLOSED
Thursday - Religion and Science
Friday - Reading and ELA
Tuesday - Mathematics and Social Studies
Wednesday - CLOSED
Thursday - Religion and Science
Friday - Reading and ELA
Monday, November 2, 2015
8TH SCIENCE HOMEWORK 11/2/15
11/3- Explain how the three laws are different. in NB
11/4 - Students will define energy and describe how to calculate kinetic gravitational potential energy.
11/4 - Students will define energy and describe how to calculate kinetic gravitational potential energy.
7TH SCIENCE HOMEWORK -11/2/15
11/3 - ACIEVE 3000 - Write about how you think daily life will be different in 10 years due to wearable computers such as Google's eyeglasses. Explain whether you think these changes will improve your quality of life. NB
11/5 - Why are some people colorblind? Give specific details.
11/5 - Why are some people colorblind? Give specific details.
6TH SCIENCE AND SOCIAL STUDIES HOMEWORK -11/2/15
SCIENCE
11/3 - Do you think the breakup of Pangaea during the Jurassic period led to the extinction of some dinosaurs and the evolution of other dinosaurs? In NB
11/5
SOCIAL STUDIES
11/4 - Define vocabulary words: tributary; plateau; alluvial plain; silt in NB
11/3 - Do you think the breakup of Pangaea during the Jurassic period led to the extinction of some dinosaurs and the evolution of other dinosaurs? In NB
11/5
Do you think that the breakup of Gondwanaland into the southern continents affected the organisms living in Gondwanaland?
Give evidence to support your ideas. In NB
SOCIAL STUDIES
11/4 - Define vocabulary words: tributary; plateau; alluvial plain; silt in NB
5th SCIENCE AND SOCIAL STUDIES HOMEWORK 11/2/15
SCIENCE:
11/2 - What is lightning? Why does warmer air cause more lightning? from Achieve 3000. Complete sentences in notebook
11/4 - Name and Define the different types of clouds discussed in class. NB
SOCIAL STUDIES
11/3 - Define the following vocabulary words: technology; navigation; expedition
11/5 - Define the following vocabulary word: empire; entrepreneur
11/2 - What is lightning? Why does warmer air cause more lightning? from Achieve 3000. Complete sentences in notebook
11/4 - Name and Define the different types of clouds discussed in class. NB
SOCIAL STUDIES
11/3 - Define the following vocabulary words: technology; navigation; expedition
11/5 - Define the following vocabulary word: empire; entrepreneur
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Weekly Reminders - 10/26/15
10/28 - SOCIAL STUDIES AND SCIENCE QUIZ
10/30 - Students in the 6th grade can bring in $5.00 if they want Dominos pizza for lunch. If not, they can bring in their own lunch or let me know if they would like to have the school lunch. Students need to bring in drinks and snacks to share with the class. Money must be brought in by Thursday. (10/29/30)
10/30 - 8th grade bake sale
10/30 - Students in the 6th grade can bring in $5.00 if they want Dominos pizza for lunch. If not, they can bring in their own lunch or let me know if they would like to have the school lunch. Students need to bring in drinks and snacks to share with the class. Money must be brought in by Thursday. (10/29/30)
10/30 - 8th grade bake sale
Monday, October 26, 2015
8th Science- 10/26/15
HOMEWORK:
10/27 - NB-Predict what will happen to a ball if it bounces off the bumper of an approaching car. Describe the collision that will occur. 2 paragraphs with example
10/29 - In NB - Write out Newton's three Laws of Motions
7th Science- 10/26/15
HOMEWORK:
10/27 - Draw and label the parts of a cell body and central nervous system. NB
10/29 - List the functions of the endocrine system in NB
6th Science- 10/26/15
HOMEWORK:
10/27 - In NB - Re-write vocabulary words definition and a sentence for each word
VOCABULARY:
relative age
absolute age
geologic column
10/30 - NB - What do the periods in the geologic time scale represent? Give examples
10/30 - NB - What do the periods in the geologic time scale represent? Give examples
6th Social Studies- 10/26/15
HOMEWORK:
10/28 - In Notebook, answer the following question. 2 paragraphs with supporting details from the text.
Compare and contrast a young person's life in a village in central Europe in 5500 B.C. with a young person's life in your community.
5th Social Studies - 10/26/15
HOMEWORK:
10/28 - Write a paragraph on the following question. Notebook
Explain how sod is related to a lodge. Give examples.
10/30 - In NB - How were Pueblo and Navajo shelters different?
10/30 - In NB - How were Pueblo and Navajo shelters different?
5th Science - 10/26/15
HOMEWORK:
10/27 - Achieve 3000 - No Water, No Problem! Answer the following question in notebook. Write out the question.
Explain the step-by-step process that takes place when water is desalinated at the Brownsville plant
1029 - How do meteorologists measure weather - NB
10/27 - Achieve 3000 - No Water, No Problem! Answer the following question in notebook. Write out the question.
Explain the step-by-step process that takes place when water is desalinated at the Brownsville plant
1029 - How do meteorologists measure weather - NB
Sunday, October 18, 2015
8th Science - 10/19/15
All questions should be answered on LL. Please DO NOT copy from each other. At least a paragraph or more for each answer. Give examples. Will be graded
10/20 -Math: calculate velocity and average speed-
10/21 - What is rate?
10/23 -What factors affect solubility rate?
10/20 -Math: calculate velocity and average speed-
10/21 - What is rate?
10/23 -What factors affect solubility rate?
7th Science - 10/19/15
10/21 -Construct a chart with different parts of the human body system. In notebook. Will be graded so do not copy each other ideas or drawings!
10/23 -LL - How is the CNS and PNS different?
Writing: Compare and contrast the circulatory and pulmonary system
10/23 -LL - How is the CNS and PNS different?
Writing: Compare and contrast the circulatory and pulmonary system
6th Science - 10/19/15
10/21 - In Notebook -Describe radioactive dating. 2 paragraphs with examples from the text. Use the information from the text. D86 and the internet
6th Social Studies Homework: 10/19/15
10/22 - In notebook - Define the following vocabulary words: agriculture; slash-and-burn farming; surplus
5th Science Homework - 10/19/15
10/21 -List four factors that determine weather. In notebook.
10/22 -Copy vocabulary words in NB
10/22 -Copy vocabulary words in NB
- climate change: the changes that occur as a result of the higher temperatures on Earth
- global warming: the overall rise in average temperatures on our planet
- fossil fuel: any carbon-containing fuel formed from the remains of prehistoric plants and animals, including coal, petroleum, and natural gas
- greenhouse gas: a gas in the atmosphere that absorbs infrared radiation and traps its heat in the atmosphere
5th Social Studies Homework- 10/19/15
10/20 - Define the following vocabulary words in your Social Studies notebook:
1. ancestor; 2. theory; 3. migration 4. artifact
10/23 - In notebook, answer the following question. Write at least 4 sentences.
How were men's jobs and women's job divided?
1. ancestor; 2. theory; 3. migration 4. artifact
10/23 - In notebook, answer the following question. Write at least 4 sentences.
How were men's jobs and women's job divided?
Monday, October 12, 2015
WEEKLY REMINDERS - 10/12/15
10/14 - Hispanic Heritage Food Festival. Students will bring in foods that represent the country they did their presentation on.
10/15 - Brookly Botanical Garden - 2 -4 students from 6-8 grades
Weekly Quizzes: The schedule for the weekly quizzes may change due to the events taking place this week. Students will be inform of the changes in class.
Students still need to study classwork, vocabulary, and read daily.
10/15 - Brookly Botanical Garden - 2 -4 students from 6-8 grades
Weekly Quizzes: The schedule for the weekly quizzes may change due to the events taking place this week. Students will be inform of the changes in class.
Students still need to study classwork, vocabulary, and read daily.
8th Science - 10/12/15
HOMEWORK
10/15 - In NB - Define and describe displacement. You can draw a diagram to explain your answer.
10/15 - In NB - Define and describe displacement. You can draw a diagram to explain your answer.
7th Science - 10/12/15
HOMEWORK
10/15 - What nutrients are supplied by blood. 1-2 paragraphs. Answer in NB
10/15 - What nutrients are supplied by blood. 1-2 paragraphs. Answer in NB
6th Science - 10/12/15
HOMEWORK:
10/16 - On LL - Answer the following question.
Will we ever run out of minerals and rocks to mine? - 1-2 paragraphs
10/16 - On LL - Answer the following question.
Will we ever run out of minerals and rocks to mine? - 1-2 paragraphs
6th Social Studies - 10/12/15
HOMEWORK
10/15 - Define the following vocabulary words in NB
1. primary sources
2. migration
10/15 - Define the following vocabulary words in NB
1. primary sources
2. migration
5th Science - 10/12/15
HOMEWORK
10/15 - Rewrite the four vocabulary words with definitions in NB.
10/15 - Rewrite the four vocabulary words with definitions in NB.
1. air mass
2. front
3. cold front
4. warm front
5th Social Studies - 10/12/15
HOMEWORK:
10/16 - Imagine that you lived in the desert Southwest during the time of Little Basket and Long Legs. Write a story that describes your everyday life as a farmer or trader. 3 paragraphs. LL
10/16 - Imagine that you lived in the desert Southwest during the time of Little Basket and Long Legs. Write a story that describes your everyday life as a farmer or trader. 3 paragraphs. LL
Monday, October 5, 2015
Weekly Reminders - 10/5/15
WEEKLY QUIZZES
10/6 - Social Studies
10/7 - Science
10/5 - 7 - HISPANIC HERITAGE PRESENTATION:
Students will present their powerpoint on the country of their choice. All information were given in class, so please follow the instructions!
5th Grade - You have the choice to do a powerpoint OR or looseleaf. Follow the directions that were given last week and today.
* 5 slides
Include in your presentation.
- country's name, flag, and location
- culture
- poplutation density
- special celebrations (include foods, music, clothing, and when it is celebrated)
10/14 - Hispanic Heritage Food Celebration
10/6 - Social Studies
10/7 - Science
10/5 - 7 - HISPANIC HERITAGE PRESENTATION:
Students will present their powerpoint on the country of their choice. All information were given in class, so please follow the instructions!
5th Grade - You have the choice to do a powerpoint OR or looseleaf. Follow the directions that were given last week and today.
* 5 slides
Include in your presentation.
- country's name, flag, and location
- culture
- poplutation density
- special celebrations (include foods, music, clothing, and when it is celebrated)
10/14 - Hispanic Heritage Food Celebration
8th Science - 10/5/15
HOMEWORK:
10/13 - On LL -
1. What is meant by half-life?
2. If you have 100 grams of a radioactive isotope with a half-life of 10 years:
a. How much of the isotope will you have left after 10 years?
b. How much of the isotope will you have left after 20 years?
c. How many half-lives will occur in 40 years?
10/13 - On LL -
1. What is meant by half-life?
2. If you have 100 grams of a radioactive isotope with a half-life of 10 years:
a. How much of the isotope will you have left after 10 years?
b. How much of the isotope will you have left after 20 years?
c. How many half-lives will occur in 40 years?
6th Social Studies - 10/5/15
HOMEWORK:
10/13 - Research the Ice Age mammals preserved in the La Brea Tar Pits in southern California. 2 passages typed; double spaces; 1 inch margins on all 4 sides; black ink only.
10/13 - Research the Ice Age mammals preserved in the La Brea Tar Pits in southern California. 2 passages typed; double spaces; 1 inch margins on all 4 sides; black ink only.
5th Social Studies - 10/5/15
HOMEWORK:
10/7 - In notebook: Copy and answer the following 2 questions in notebook:
1. IWrite a sentence using a synonym for arid.
10/7 - In notebook: Copy and answer the following 2 questions in notebook:
1. IWrite a sentence using a synonym for arid.
2. Write a sentence using the word tundra in context.
Monday, September 28, 2015
8th Science - 9/28/15
HOMEWORK:
9/30 - In notebook, write a paragaraph on: What was Mendeleev and Moseley’s contribution to the periodic table?
10/2 - Write a description of the law of conservation in NB
9/30 - In notebook, write a paragaraph on: What was Mendeleev and Moseley’s contribution to the periodic table?
10/2 - Write a description of the law of conservation in NB
7th Science - 9/28/15
HOMEWORK:
9/30 - Draw and labe the digestive system in NB. p. 530 in text or a similar drawing online.
10/2 - Re-write vocabulary words from class in NB
1. enzyme 2. peristalsis 3. chyme 4. villi
9/30 - Draw and labe the digestive system in NB. p. 530 in text or a similar drawing online.
10/2 - Re-write vocabulary words from class in NB
1. enzyme 2. peristalsis 3. chyme 4. villi
6th Social Studies - 9/28/15
HOMEWORK:
9/29 - Write a paragraph on How did the remains of "Lucy" changed our interpretation of history?
10/1 - Textbook p. 20 # 1,2,3 in NB
9/29 - Write a paragraph on How did the remains of "Lucy" changed our interpretation of history?
10/1 - Textbook p. 20 # 1,2,3 in NB
5th Social Studies - 9/28/15
HOMEWORK:
9/29 - In notebook with proper heading. Answer the following question.
Name 6 types of landform.
10/1 - Re-write vocabulary words in notebook: inlet; gulf; tributary
9/29 - In notebook with proper heading. Answer the following question.
Name 6 types of landform.
10/1 - Re-write vocabulary words in notebook: inlet; gulf; tributary
5th Science - 9/28/15
HOMEWORK:
9/30 - Copy vocabulary words in NB
1. elliptical: oval-shaped
2. galaxy: a large system of stars
3. irregular: not having a regular shape
4. universe: the stars, planets, and everything else
10/2 - On LL with proper heading. Answer the following question. Write out the question. 2-3 Sentences.
Why is the sun important for planet Earth?
9/30 - Copy vocabulary words in NB
1. elliptical: oval-shaped
2. galaxy: a large system of stars
3. irregular: not having a regular shape
4. universe: the stars, planets, and everything else
10/2 - On LL with proper heading. Answer the following question. Write out the question. 2-3 Sentences.
Why is the sun important for planet Earth?
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
8th Science - 9/21/15
HOMEWORK
9/23 - Draw and label an atom in your NB - Name the element. e.g. carbon 12
9/23 - Draw and label an atom in your NB - Name the element. e.g. carbon 12
6th Social Studies - 9/21/15
HOMEWORK
9/23 - Define the following vocabulary words. prehistory; archaeology; artifact; fossil Give an example of the definition.
10/2 - MAP OF THE MONTH
HISPANIC HERITAGE POWER-POINT DUE 10/6
FOOD DUE 10/14
9/23 - Define the following vocabulary words. prehistory; archaeology; artifact; fossil Give an example of the definition.
10/2 - MAP OF THE MONTH
HISPANIC HERITAGE POWER-POINT DUE 10/6
FOOD DUE 10/14
6th Science - 9/21/15
HOMEWORK
9/24 - Describe in a paragraph the different types of mixtures. You can give examples of each mixture
9/24 - Describe in a paragraph the different types of mixtures. You can give examples of each mixture
5th Social Studies - 9/21/15
HOMEWORK:
9/23 - In Notebook - Define: region; landform; contiguous. Use information given in class to write your definition or use your textbook.
10/2 - MAP OF THE MONTH
HISPANIC HERITAGE POWER-POINT DUE 10/9
FOOD DUE 10/15
9/23 - In Notebook - Define: region; landform; contiguous. Use information given in class to write your definition or use your textbook.
10/2 - MAP OF THE MONTH
HISPANIC HERITAGE POWER-POINT DUE 10/9
FOOD DUE 10/15
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
8th Science - 9/14/15
HOMEWORK:
9/15 - Write out the chemical equations for the following:
Sodium reacts with aluminum chloride to form sodium chloride and aluminium
9/16 -
1. Potassium bromide reacts with chlorine to produce potassium chloride and bromine
2. Hydrogen peroxide breaks down into water and oxygen.
9/15 - Write out the chemical equations for the following:
Sodium reacts with aluminum chloride to form sodium chloride and aluminium
9/16 -
1. Potassium bromide reacts with chlorine to produce potassium chloride and bromine
2. Hydrogen peroxide breaks down into water and oxygen.
7th Science - 9/14/15
HOMEWORK:
9/16 - Define the following words in your notebook
1.skeletal system 2. joints 3. ligaments
9/17 - Define the follwoing words in your notebook.
1.dermis 2. epidermis 3. involuntary muscle.
9/16 - Define the following words in your notebook
1.skeletal system 2. joints 3. ligaments
9/17 - Define the follwoing words in your notebook.
1.dermis 2. epidermis 3. involuntary muscle.
6th Science - 9/14/15
HOMEWORK:
9/17 - In your notebook - solve the following problems using the formula - Density = Mass/Volume
You must show your work.
D = M/V - Find the density of the follwing objects:
1. The desk has a mass of 675 with the volume of 25.
2. The bench's mass is 380 and the volume is 20.
9/17 - In your notebook - solve the following problems using the formula - Density = Mass/Volume
You must show your work.
D = M/V - Find the density of the follwing objects:
1. The desk has a mass of 675 with the volume of 25.
2. The bench's mass is 380 and the volume is 20.
6th Social Studies - 9/14/15
HOMEWORK:
9/16 - In notebook answer the following question. 5+ sentences.
Restate the question.
- What do you absolutely need to live/survive?
9/16 - In notebook answer the following question. 5+ sentences.
Restate the question.
- What do you absolutely need to live/survive?
5th Social Studies - 9/14/15
HOMEWORK:
9/17 - Define - physical map; climate map; vegetation map in your notebook. Skip lines for each vocabulary words
9/17 - Define - physical map; climate map; vegetation map in your notebook. Skip lines for each vocabulary words
Week of 9/7/2015
Dear Parents/Students/Guardians:
Welcome to the new school year! Thank you to all the parents/guardians who showed up for Parents - Teacher Conference on 9/8/15 and to all those parents who sent in their forms completed.
As a reminder, sstudents should come to school with proper uniform unless otherwise stated and fully prepared for classes.
Welcome to the new school year! Thank you to all the parents/guardians who showed up for Parents - Teacher Conference on 9/8/15 and to all those parents who sent in their forms completed.
As a reminder, sstudents should come to school with proper uniform unless otherwise stated and fully prepared for classes.
Monday, July 20, 2015
2015-2016 - Supply List for grades 5 - 8
Below are the SUPPLY LISTS for the School year 2016-2017. Please look under your child's specific grade to find the supplies need. Grade 7th and 8th are together. Grades 5th and 6th are together.
3 reams of WHITE copy paper is required
GRADE 7TH AND 8TH SCIENCE:
6th grade: 3 reams of WHITE copy paper is required
Mrs. Ramsey.
3 reams of WHITE copy paper is required
GRADE 7TH AND 8TH SCIENCE:
- backpack (no wheels please)
- 1 thick marble composition notebook
- loose leaf ( at least 2 packet for now)
- Pencil case
- 1 pocket folders (pockets must be at the bottom)
- rulers
- pencil sharpener
- erasers
- PENCILS AND PENS (blue and black ink only)
- colored pencils
- construction paper
- USB
- glue stick
- highlighters
- scotch tape
- 1 pair scissors
- index cards
- antibacterial soap
- hand sanitizer
- roll of paper towel
- cleaning wipes
- boxes of tissues
6th grade: 3 reams of WHITE copy paper is required
- backpack (no wheels please)
- 2 thick marble composition notebook
- loose leaf ( at least 2 packet for now)
- Pencil case
- 2 pocket folders (pockets must be at the bottom)
- rulers
- pencil sharpener
- erasers
- PENCILS AND PENS (blue and black ink only)
- colored pencils
- construction paper
- USB
- glue stick
- highlighters
- scotch tape
- 1 pair scissors
- index cards
- antibacterial soap
- hand sanitizer
- roll of paper towel
- cleaning wipes
- boxes of tissues
Special Requirements:
- Sanitary napkins for girls in grades 5-8
Mrs. Ramsey.
Monday, June 15, 2015
Monday, June 8, 2015
Weekly Reminders - 6/8/15
Students should be studying for final exams which will be administered next week. Guidelines of all exams were given last week and reviewing is continuing during class. Dates for the exams are listed on the monthly calendar which was sent home.
8th Science - 6/8/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mJINZ4DlxBzRuR3VN5Si7Fg_KgHaT0WGhw8bom1dcbE/pub
Homework
6/10 - Chapter 5 vocabulary words in NB
1. chemical reaction
2. rate of reaction
3. catalyst
4. reactant
5. inhibitor
6. endothermic reaction
7. exothermic
7th Science - 6/8/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1snMN9iqw65RVC5ocEmCpm6zzRbe3FMk8QA_iGW_NChw/pub
Homework
6/9 - In NB - Textbook p. 664. Restate the questions. # 1-4
6/11 - In Nb - Textbook p. 671. # 3 Think Critically
6th Science - 6/8/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Uoufnjw7SOmaQODMVp1xjnEDqgzgTSHzog0FCWMyy_g/pub
Homework
6/9 - WB. p. 319: In NB questions and answers # 1-10
6th Social Studies - 6/8/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/12aoEzp1nNdjPubFUnBGX36EJOZBvLZth4PSZbWeiwc8/pub
Homework:
6/11 - In NB - How did the Nile in Egypt and the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers flooding affected agriculture in early civilization?
5th Science - 6/8/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XunWLKcfioXE8FXp0GxN4eiPQbszoBV16-aPdvYcB2o/pub
Homework:
6/10 - WB p. 119. Questions and Answers. Workbooks was given out in class. EVERYONE have the WB and the PAGE.
5th Social Studies - 6/8/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wjbF3BM3W3dtdV1kKGhFY6K0VeW-h8sJc2FfqgUvFLU/pub
Homework
6/10 - In NB - Use the internet or your textbook to explain what is Emancipation Proclamation and how it afftect the North and South.
Homework
6/10 - In NB - Use the internet or your textbook to explain what is Emancipation Proclamation and how it afftect the North and South.
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Weekly Reminders - 6/1/15
6/4 - Archdiocese Religion Exam
6/5 - School Closed.
6/5 - Columbia Presbyterian Awards Ceremony for some students in the greenhouse. 3 - 6PM. Only for the students who were given permission slips.
6/5 - School Closed.
6/5 - Columbia Presbyterian Awards Ceremony for some students in the greenhouse. 3 - 6PM. Only for the students who were given permission slips.
8th Science - 6/1/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gAmVm0CKIcFl5U3bQbDwSYtx0czc_kDY7_ZW-Tuu9dk/pub
Homework
Students should be studying for final exams using the study guideline and notes
7th Science - 6/1/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ouOsWu_LzYmO0x5nDoK94s8hgvj87cpuEjZxgQgPzmU/pub
Homework
Students should be studying for final exams using the study guidelines and notes from class
6th Science - 6/1/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wgKDiyyErfPLT8Z6jdkgYGu7Yy7Wia59l_Hz_v7m8lg/pub
Homework
Students should be studying for final exams using notes and study guidelines
6th Social Studies - 6/1/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j_ubPc2Qamy5TssuEwDJRI5UfezRB_GAQzTOYl7aTFc/pub
Homework
Study for final exam using notes and study guides
5th Science - 6/1/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AYgWDBljDf13AP-RC3IJM1AHXAb-ZYWyyGNQfCQlUOI/pub
Homework:
Students should be studying for final exams using the guidelines and notes.
5th Social Studies - 6/1/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dGNdcoDQ3aio8hHopuazE8g79kHrEE226D10n7Z_N-E/pub
Homework:
Study for Final Exam
Homework:
Study for Final Exam
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Weekly Reminders - 5/25/15
5/25 - Memorial Day - School Closed
5/26 - Trip to One World Observatory
5/28 - 8th Grade NYS Science Performance Exam (Make sure you have #2 pencils)
5/29 - May Procession - Bring in your rosary beads. Communion & Confirmation class may wear their Confirmation gowns and their communion outfits.
5/26 - Trip to One World Observatory
5/28 - 8th Grade NYS Science Performance Exam (Make sure you have #2 pencils)
5/29 - May Procession - Bring in your rosary beads. Communion & Confirmation class may wear their Confirmation gowns and their communion outfits.
Monday, May 18, 2015
Weekly Reminders - 5/18/15
5/21 - Students in 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade who participated in the Water Resources Art and Poetry Contest will be attending the awards ceremony on Thursday. Permission slips were sent home on 5/18. Please note that your child will return to the school approximately 4:00PM if there are no delays.
2015 Water Resources Art and Poetry Contest Celebration
2015 Water Resources Art and Poetry Contest Celebration
Thursday, May 21, 2015
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
199 Chambers Street (between Greenwich and West Streets), New York City, NY
Entrance is up the ramp through the main doors.
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Doors open at 12:30 pm
All students will be honored for their outstanding work.
5/22 - 12:00 Dismissal - After School is in session.
8th Science - 5/18/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NknkFm_nuDsUhRiSqONvmcmaKs44-o-OrBiiaKrYykM/pub
Homework
5/19 - Copy vocabulary words in NB
1. fossil -
"obtained by digging") are the preserved remains or traces of
animals, plants, and other organisms from the remote past
2. petrified remains - formed by the
replacement of original materials (like bones) by minerals.
3. carbonaceous film - carbon residue
remaining from the organism or part of an organism that has been fossilized.
4. mold - formed by the impression left
in rock by the remains of an organism
5. cast - occurs when the mold is filled in by
precipitating minerals.
6. index fossil - The fossil remains of an
organism that lived in a particular geologic age, used to identify or date the
rock or rock layer in which it is found.
7. principle of superposition - tells us that the layer on the bottom is the
oldest, and the layers get younger as they pile up.
8. relative dating - is a method of sequencing events in the
order in which they happened.
9. unconformity - A substantial break in
the succession of stratified sedimentary rocks, following a period when deposition
was not taking place.
10. absolute dating - Absolute dating is a method of
estimating the age of a rock sample in years via radiometric techniques.
7th Science - 5/18/15
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xi7W9nva7-JJE6yYEBWHxB9B9DHdQJ4yA3-Zcom-Rwc/pub
Homework:
5/19 - Copy vocabulary words in NB
1. static charge - is caused by a buildup of electrons on an object.
2. insulator - a material or
method that restricts the transfer of either heat or electricity.
3. conductor - a material or
object that permits an electric current to flow easily
4. electric discharge - the
release and transmission of electricity in an applied electric field
through a medium such as a gas. Several types of electric discharges occur naturally on Earth
5. electric current - the flow of charged particles
6. circuit - is a path
between two or more points along which an electrical current can be carried.
7. voltage – A measure of the difference in
electric potential between two points in space, a material, or an electric
circuit, expressed in volts.
8. resistance - The opposition that a substance offers to the flow
of electric current.
9. parallel circuit - one
that has two or more paths for the electricity to flow, the loads are parallel
to each other.
10. electrical power - the rate at which electric energy is
transferred by an electric circuit.
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