NYC History Day Project

Students in grades 5th and 6th will begin researching topics for NYC History Day projects.  Parents and students can go online to the Museum of the City of New York -> Educators->History Day themes and rules.
Topics are due 11/9/11.

Weekly Reminders - 10/31/11

10/31 - Students can wear their Halloween costumes.  Money will be collected today for pizzas and juice.
- Students should bring in candies for the PreK and Kindergarten parade.
- Remember the 8th grade is also having a bake sale where you can buy cakes, cupcakes, hot chocolate, and  cookies.

11/4 - Dismissal is at 12:00.

8th Science - 10/31/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1-OZ3ytboe2R_rQXG1Gmkc0zTK14eX1SU4MxBL3k8dfk

7th Science - 10/31/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1L4xi4W3BueEvuvdbg3xknn8vqn34h-SrhEJZuhpCiLU

6th Science - 10/31/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1gXpQA85Z8j_ioMFDX6XPM7s5sub20oPdzthSyGJC1PE

5th Science 10/31/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1E1bJHihZiMFIsow5LanNaupc10r5XEAvbk8yxlxZkXM

6th Social Studies - 10/31/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1rXzYveFOvn3FVEyEkjADlO8eIqxOgl-7RPsWQivJPbI

5th Social Studies - 10/31/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1Lr-WEFeRq13TC3ovq1sAckIrOqycKFwpOh9pphUaKfc

11/1 - Map of the Month AND Panama Canal report will be collected today. 

Weekly Vocabulary Words 10/24/11

1. Hydroelectricty - electricity that is produced by flowing water.


2. photosphere - the lowest layer of the sun's atmosphere and the layers from which light is given off.

3. corona - the largest layer of the sun's atomsphere and extends millions of kilometers into space.

4. nebula - large cloud of gas and dust in the beginning of a star's life.

5. binary system - when two stars orbit each other.

Weekly Reminders - 10/24/11

9/25 - CSI Trip for grades 5, 6, 7 & 8.  Students must wear their Gym shirts.  Mr. Placido will give students a menu for BBQ (restaurant) on Monday.

Most importantly, this is Unit 1 Exam Week.  Students will be assessed on information given from September to present.  Notes and outlines were given to students to study.  

10/26 - Science
10/27 - Social Studies

8th Science - 10/24/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1AgiK9k1IZ6QinK32jXQpRawnvXr7qoTtxgdsWBJmtuo
Homework:
10/28 - Materials and ingredients are due this week for Halloween Chemistry.

7th Science - 10/24/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1ewqY1wOFkS5EE5TpFc0A8Awres3iIQhVLlNztUd7lX0

6th Science - 10/24/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1eWis-KbTF3e4YRw6MzaJmXOkIGMZ5MU0mdHkCAZQGaE

5th Science 10/24/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1cMQvJvuv_dimXwGM30ETz646oG6liR89bt5AFtf-o0c

6th Social Studies - 10/24/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1YEzyce0SRBjVSsIcP50svDZcIN7SNfqXJhjic_cxGEg
Homework:
9/27 - Map of the Month

5th Social Studies - 10/24/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1ch8NJO38puKkFbwVTCKMW_fev2Dn4l7dMyp3ojQnQ6E
Homework:
10/27 - Map of the Month
10/28 - Research paper on the Panama Canal.  2 pages typed.   Follow format for typing.

Weekly Reminders - 10/17/11

*  Last week vocabulary test will be given on 10/18.  Study the words from last week.

*  Parents/Students: Some students are wearing their gym uniforms when there is no gym classes.  ONLY the greenhouse students are allowed to wear the gym uniforms daily.  Detention will be given to students who are out of proper uniform.

*  Several students are choosing to break the school rules by chewing gum during school time.  30 days of detention will be given if a child is caught chewing gum during school. NO EXCEPTION!

*  Homework must be completed neatly and on time.  Ample time is given for students to copy homework and pack up for dismissal. 

8th Science - 10/17/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1eKrYkXgXJsxaWYcaq59mIkRHtpXd8HBcG4_mRG8OdBY
Homework:
10/18 - On LL - When you rub your hands together, what energy was transformed to produce heat.  You must use chemical energy, mechanical energy, and friction in your answer.
10/21 - Bring in materials for Halloween chemistry projects.

7th Science - 10/17/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1bolib4AX5bh1HDrC4hxdJSGuJKJ1z11oTCPJves8riQ
Homework:
10/19 - Textbook p. 617- Problem Solving.  Write out the question and complete the answer on LL.
10/21 - Complete the following on LL.  1.  What is the function of the dendrite?  2.  What are nerve cells that relay impulses from sensory to motor neurons?  3.  The peripheral nervous system consists of what two types of nerves?  4.  What connects the brain to the spinal cord.?

6th Science - 10/17/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1Y1tVep4hSJhgux-ydDKqGTIjE2Ugxhf6NQ_8gXJ5dR0
Homework:
10/19 - Write a 2 page essay on: "Life and physical health are precious gifts entrusted to us by God.  How do we take reasonable care of them while taking into account the needs of others and the common good."

5th Science 10/17/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1CZy5iJAZYbQXN9ASpIAFwpnfL925wtZ4igp8O_DAtBE
Homework:
10/18 - Identify the various phases of the Moon and how they are created in notebook.
10/20 - On LL - Compose a list of items that would be useless on the Moon and explain why. 

6th Social Studies - 10/17/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1hPKV2glTrD7MsnYb2XffBE-7G4lldo6EMgqHQWFbHxY
Homework:
10/18- On LL- What was the covenant between God and Abraham? 2 paragraphs. Must be handwritten, not to be typed.
10/20 - On LL - 2 paragraphs or more- How would you compare and contrast the Ten Commandments with the Code of Hammurabi?

5th Social Studies - 10/17/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=13Uwupms0Irhw5faNgP2XC8YF9a20g3ejqch0CoZKfTo
Homework:
10/19 - Use chapter 19 or the internet- On LL - Write at least 2 paragraphs on the causes of the Spanish- American War.
10/21 - In NB - Textbook pp. 434, #1-5 AND 568, #1-5 Questions and answers.

Reminder - Weekly Vocabulary Test Change for 10/14/11

The Weekly Vocabulary Test for 10/14/11 will be given on 10/18/11 (Tuesday) instead. 

Weekly Vocabulary Words - 10/10/11

1.  Haciendas - 

large estates some ranchers in the borderlands of northern Mexico built.

 

2.  missionary -

a person sent by a church to teach its religion

 

3.  civil war -

a war between two groups in the same country

 

4.  sea dogs -

commanders of English warships that attacked Spanish ships carrying treasures

 

5.  raw material -

a resource that can be used to make a product

8th Science - 10/10/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1YSueGB6lLoVjVfZbMULszSB-ONeurOl1SydMhF6FULc


Homework:
10/13 - Text. p. 155 - Questions # 1, 2, 3 in notebook. Q & A
10/14 -  On LL - Which has greater momentum, a falling raindrop or a truck at a stop light? Explain

7th Science - 10/10/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1YSueGB6lLoVjVfZbMULszSB-ONeurOl1SydMhF6FULc

Homework:
10/13 - Design an experiment to compare the heartbeat rate at rest and after exercising. Lab Book
10/14 -  On LL - Make a hypothesis to suggest the effects of smoking on heartbeat rate

6th Science - 10/10/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1H4fRIlwnLxlkloJWOvfSGw7qrF3G-jeX2RW54rEWRi4

Homework:
10/12 - Workbook p. 52 in notebook.
10/14 - Workbook p. 57 in notebook

5th Science 10/10/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1SWpsROKzYEXGG9YJErilAZjm1aBO40O9wPOsee3k7o4

Homework:
10/12 - Workbook p. 194; Draw and label diagram in notebook.  Follow directions.
10/14 - List and explain ten ways the Sun and Moon affect Earth in notebook.

6th Social Studies - 10/10/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1ejlxmXaP--2k1IK-yvjvNSAAWyj1G3wmXGM9sM92YmA

Homework:

10/14 - Textbook p. 115; Questions and Answers in notebook.

5th Social Studies - 10/10/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1eZZjHr8ckei8hVZApMRg4BKW8sHaQH3vDRenHdx0-aY

Homework:
10/13 - Chapter 10 - vocabulary words including people in notebook.

Weekly Vocabulary Words - 10/3/11

1.  Conductor- A material through which heat passes easily 

2.  Insulator- A material through which heat does not pass easily.

3.  Conduction- The transfer of energy through matter (solids) by the direct contact of  the particles.

4.  Convection- The transfer of energy in a fluid by the movement of the heated particles.

5.  Radiation- The transfer of energy through space by electromagnetic waves.

8th Science - 10/3/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1loYPGb41HOdG-hiut3QYawor79f-k5Srwh5JwA4CYxY

Homework:

Consider the Law of Conservation of mass and the statement, “We are rapidly using up our natural resources.” Write a short essay that show that the law of conservation and the statement are not in conflict.  Essay should include we using resources in the form in which they exist, but because of the law of conservation of mass, atoms cannot be destroyed.

7th Science - 10/3/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=19sv7WqNe3GoNAeJIy6vYGOTMzwK3JVjU453q-f6Z7FM

10/6 - Research paper on cardiovascular diseases (details were given in class)
10/7 - Research the diets of Native Americans, Indians, Inuit, and people who live in the rainforest.  How does the incidence of heart disease vary with culture.

The 2 research paper are very similar with the exception of 2nd paper which have specific cultures.  Follow the same format.

6th Science - 10/3/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1jZt2pQQwcgEpUodJzQyJ9UVi5bx7ybso2srL9YPp8nA

Homework:
10/5- Workbook p. 29 and 30 questions and answers in notebook. Test on 10/6

10/7 – Workbook p. 45 – Q & A in notebook




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5th Science 10/3/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1-t9gOq4GeLX-cTxPM_m6wTv-3-ZFtykWYp5lCsBUZpo

Homework:
10/4 - Workbook p. 200.  Copy length of day chart and diagram of earth.  Then write out questions and answer them in notebook.
10/6 - workbook p. 207,  1-14 - Questions and answers in notebook

6th Social Studies - 10/3/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1jR7VIB4I-jnHrgqLN9Vue-O5pA7fUJEQIwLUzsOVBwI

Homework:

10/4 - p. 107; 1-5 Questions and Answers in notebook
10/7 - On LL - Write an essay - comparing life in Mesopotamia to your own live.

5th Social Studies - 10/3/11

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1lrgHngMbOYEsZvEaWPVHpJL67D_GGDwaKrZWwfQHfyw

10/5 - On LL - Predict what might have happened if the Maya civilization had continued into the present  day. Explain - 1+ pages.
10/7 - In notebook - page 69, # 4 & 5; questions and answers.