5th Social Studies - 9/24/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1KCLWgFuPOWugbGov69FXsqng8uCIdNauQ7lolZcTHSM
Homework:
9/25 - Copy vocabulary words from lesson plan, 1-10 in Vocab. NB and define each word or phrase.

928 - LL -What elements make a culture a civilization? a paragraph based on chapter 3, Lesson 1.

8th Science - 9/17/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1fciORgM0XwxUX0iv-uhREk58ywpMPv87L2j_9-GEGKo
Homework:
9/18 - Copy the following vocabulary words in Science vocab. NB and define each term.
1.  physical change         2.  chemical change      3. chemistry          4. inhibitor        5. precipitate
6. reaction          7.  atom           8. molecule        9.  product        10. periodic table

9/20 -

7th Science - 9/17/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1omGr33JHwZpe3VarEi8Q1uVm-jFPepRlp9Sr--hitIg
Homework:
9/18 - In Science NB, copy and define each term.
1.  digestion      2. chemical digestion       3. mechanical digestion       4. nutrients        5.  minerals
6. protein          7. vitamins         8.  enzymes       9. fats         10. water

9/20 - 

6th Science - 9/17/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1vwJzHAB_9LGVq-rmf1vYRip0f6pDzURwCdoi2j4by3k
Homework:
9/18 - Copy vocabulary words in notebook and define.
1.  matter        2. density         3. volume          4. mass        5. weight            6. atom
7. molecules         8. waves        9. compound     10.  minerals

9/20- On LL: Copy and answer questions completely.
Compare mixture with a compound.  What is an atom?   How are molecules form?

5th Science - 9/17/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1BjUVdyczgNgSkrprp-uAR6m59Hm8Hns__AiShmrHH-8

 Homework:
9/19 - Name and describe the sacraments in Science notebook.

9/20 - Vocabulary words for science in NB
1. stars           2. comets         3. moon            4. solar system          5. asteroids          6. rotation
7.  sun            8.  orbit            9.  revolution        10. celestial objects.

6th Social Studies - 9/17/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1YHoB82XtFib92GPloLdZC6-9IJtqIcboBCrg7BKkgoI
Homework:
9/18 - Copy vocabulary words in SS vocabulary NB and define each term.
1.  political map              2.  physical map             3.  elevation          4. relief map
5.  historical map            6.  distribution may        7. landform        8.  region
9.  climate              10. culture

9/21 - On LL - Explain how geography shapes people's lives and is shaped by them.

5th Social Sudies - 9/17/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1CGyFysuPbFckm06Om3QFQVGV_EGcX3VDqQfbJSmgSEM
Homework:
9/18 - Copy vocabulary words in SS vocabulary notebook and define each word.
1.  longitude            2. hemisphere         3.  equator             4.  latitude              5.  prime meridian
6.  symbol               7.  scale                    8.  map key          9.  locator              10. compass rose

9/21 - ON LL - Name the 5 themes of geography and explain what each theme means. 

6th Science - 9/10/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1Gi8-K21WMCy0mG2ViAiVtuugVOin1Woy5tRaXI2wwcE
Homework:
9/11 - LL.  How can using reading strategies and skills help you develop a hypothesis? Are some strategies and skills better for some types of reading than others? Give an example.
9/13 - LL. Design an experiment using the scientific methods.

8th Science - 9/10/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1kU_maxNqFla0QflS8pwGYeFuPbMgJ9IBkyd9kLq13sw
Homework:
9/11 - LL.  The speed of a sound wave traveling in ocean water at 20'C is 1522 meters per second.  Suppose that a sound wave takes 20 seconds to reach the bottom and return,  How deep is the water at that location?
9/13 - 1 page.  Write about a time when you explored something.  Describe the technology and the inquiry skills used.

7th Science - 9/10/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1BOOKwgu3gZ8ZJbQ0KlfMeJnjyIhaGXjkCBKU60iXSHE
Homework:
9/12 - LL.  Choose a topic and locate five articles from scientific journals written for young people.  Write a brief description of each article.
9/13 - LL. How is learning to play a piano similar to learning the skills used in science?  Use the information in your text on Science Skills. p. 11

6th Social Studies - 9/10/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1wCFnkCGKC2FjgeXDLjly2wdmLi9hEKISzYM8dBIVM5U
9/12 - LL.  Describe the five fundamental themes that geographers use to study their subject.  Must give sufficient details and examples.
9/14 - In NB. Research agricultural products in both Chile and Switzerland.  List as many products as possible.  Explain the climates in these countires.

5th Social Studies - 9/10/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1tRluH5VpDmMPOs9zvIwUnLE1MsfKRTsi1qU14HXFN50
Homework:
 9/12 - On LL - 1 page. Explain why the United States is considered a diverse country.   Give examples.
9/13 - On LL - 1 page.  Describe some important basic beliefs of the people of the U.S.

5th Science - 9/10/12

https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=1ANWFN_qySUeGjrjfvCAXP4DXWK1--HrQWHxMC0Ofpgg
HOMEWORK:
9/11 - On LL - Describe how scientists use methods of science in their work.  2+ paragraphs.  Written neatly in pen.

9/14 - Design an experiment using the Scientific Method.  LL

Welcome to 2012-2013 School Year

Dear Parents:


I am your child’s 6th grade teacher, and I am delighted to have your child in my class this year. I am looking forward to a very successful year and I know you are too. I have high expectations for your child and I will do all that I can to help your child achieve those expectations. It will be a challenging year with the implementation of the new Core curriculum.

You can help. I will be expecting all work assigned in class to be completed. Of course, all children do not work at the same pace. Some children will get their work done in class and some will not. If your child does not complete an assignment in class, he or she will be required to complete it at home. The way you can help is to ask your child every school day if schoolwork needs to be done, and if so, make sure your child completes the assignment. Homework assignments must be completed at home and checked by a parent/guardian.

In addition, I will be assigning projects in various subjects throughout the school year. Some projects are to be completed at home. Your help and support will not only make your child more successful in school this year but will instill good study habits that will last a lifetime.

Finally, I want you to know that one of my most important goals this year is to keep the lines of communication open with you. The school office has the time and date for meetings. It’s important that you meet with your child’s teachers to keep updated on their progress.

Mrs. Ramsey

  *  Students are expected to have their school supplies the first day of class. (9/5/12)

SEPTEMBER 2012 SUPPLY LIST

GRADES 7TH & 8TH - SCIENCE

2 THICK MARBLE NOTEBOOK
2 FOLDERS WITH POCKETS ON THE BOTTOM
COLORED PENCILS
BLUE OR BLACK INK PENS
PENCILS
LOOSE-LEAF
CONSTRUCTION PAPER
PAPER TOWELS, TISSUES, HAND SANTIZERS
USB DRIVES
IDEX CARD



5TH & 6TH -SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES
4 THICK MARBLE NOTEBOOKS
4 FOLDERS WITH POCKETS AT THE BOTTOM
BLUE OR BLACK IN PENS
PENCILS
COLORED PENCILS
LOOSELEAF
CONSTRUCTION PAPER
TISSUES, HAND SANTIZERS, WIPES
USB DRIVES
INDEX CARDS