Please complete a formal reflection about your CSI: Me project.  Your final paper should be typed, no more than 14-pt font, and "normal" (easily readable) font choice.

Students were reminded specifically on Monday, October 24 to have this ready for today

Log 4.5 hours (270 minutes) of Apangea Math (estimated 4-7 lessons completed)

Calculate the UNIT RATES on p. 8-9 in your notebook.

10/17

10/14

Complete your book report project by Tuesday, October 25

10/25

"Many Faces of Scientists" Voki

For more information

See Science Assignments

"Many Faces of Scientists" Voki

For more information

See Science Assignments

"Many Faces of Scientists" Voki

For more information

See Science Assignments

Please complete a formal reflection about your CSI: Me project. Your final paper should be typed, no more than 14-pt font, and "normal" (easily readable) font choice.

Students were reminded specifically on Monday, October 24 to have this ready for today

No Lessons assigned for week of 10/24

Students are creatig a math notebook to use with Apangea, it is expected they will use this with every lesson.

Log 4.5 hours (270 minutes) of Apangea Math (estimated 4-7 lessons completed)

Calculate the UNIT RATES on p. 8-9 in your notebook.

10/17

10/14

Complete your book report project by Tuesday, October 25

10/25

Hang on to the Holocaust videos until we get technology figured out.

Turn in Venn Diagram comparing Holocaust to Current Crisis.

Medieval Vocabulary

TBD

10/24

11/1/11

"Many Faces of Scientists" Voki

For more information

See Science Assignments

"Many Faces of Scientists" Voki

For more information

See Science Assignments

"Many Faces of Scientists" Voki

For more information

See Science Assignments

p. 51-52 # 38-52

P. 49-51 # 15-37

11/3

11/2

Book Report Presentations

11/2

Prezi on Bubolz

Define the following: percolation, precipitation, runoff,
evaporation, condensation, transpiration, sublimation

Option 1: begin test on chapter 1 in back of book

Choose 5+ problems as extra practice

Continue Monday

11/7

Solving Systems of Equations by Graphing

Khan Academy video if you need extra help or missed due to basketball game

http://www.khanacademy.org/video/solving-systems-by-graphing?playlist=Algebra+I+Worked+Examples

worksheet practicing 10 probelms by graphing

Book Report Presentations

11/4

Unwind

Read chapters 14 & 15

5 elements of Prezi

Bubolz nature center
Geocaching
Journal Reflection
Pond Study
Photo scavenger

5 elements of Prezi

Bubolz nature center
Geocaching
Journal Reflection
Pond Study
Photo scavenger

5 elements of Prezi

Bubolz nature center
Geocaching
Journal Reflection
Pond Study
Photo scavenger

Final, finished Prezi needs to be e-mailed to Mr. Hall by Thursday morning

Complete Chapter 1 test

log at least 1 hour of Apangea Math between Nov. 1 and Monday Nov. 14

11/9

11/14

Solving Systems of Equations by Graphing

Khan Academy video if you need extra help or missed due to basketball game

http://www.khanacademy.org/video/solving-systems-by-graphing?playlist=Algebra+I+Worked+Examples

worksheet practicing 10 probelms by graphing

WKCE testing

in class

Unwind

Read chapters 14 & 15

Project Block

Project Block ongoing

No new assignments for Project Block due to WKCE testing

Finalize your PREZI about our Bubolz excursion.

 ---

Final, finished Prezi needs to be e-mailed to Mr. Hall by Thursday morning

Project Block ongoing

     no class due to WKCE testing

WKCE testing

in class

Unwind

complete question for 14 and 15

Read chapters 16 &17

inclass

Thursday

11/10/11

Attended HHS production of Cinderella

Attended HHS production of Cinderella

Attended HHS production of Cinderella

11/10/11

11/17/11

LEGO Groups

 Complete programing task 2 - detect touch; at least one person must record observations for your group.

 Complete programing task 3 - detect distance; at least one person must record observations for your group.

Ongoing

Other groups

Correct your chapter 1 math test and complete extra practice problems #1-6 on page 608
(lesson 1-9)

*Also complete the Edmodo assignment for our math group online (join group ztveji)

11/22

11/23

Apangea lesson

Applied Pythagorean Therorem - practice skills learned

Reflect on the scariest, creepiest situation/setting you've ever been in (example, alone with the lights out, walking through a cemetary at night, etc.) in order to make connections with Scrooge's scary experience with Marley's ghost.

Unwind

read through chapter 20

complete response to finding out that you are to be unwound; proof and print off

11/18

complete an "I Am" poem; print off and hand into Mr. Hall

complete an "I Am" poem; print off and hand into Mr. Hall

LEGO Groups

Complete all programing tasks listed above; at least one person must record observations/reflections for your group for each task.

Read and take notes on one or more of the Eco-City articles noted above.  Your group begin to take notes on one or more articles before starting the Green City Challenge missions.  One or more group members may research while other team members are programming.

11/28

Other groups

Correct your chapter 1 math test and complete extra practice problems #1-6 on page 608
(lesson 1-9)

*Also complete the Edmodo assignment for our math group online (join group ztveji)

Textbook p. 52 & 53 (standardized test practice) # 1-12

11/22

11/23

11/23

Apangea lesson

Applied Pythagorean Therorem - practice skills learned

Reflect on the scariest, creepiest situation/setting you've ever been in (example, alone with the lights out, walking through a cemetary at night, etc.) in order to make connections with Scrooge's scary experience with Marley's ghost.

Unwind

read through chapter 20

complete response to finding out that you are to be unwound; proof and print off

11/18

Reach Out Groups

Complete a Prezi providing examples of 5 different persuasive techniques used in poplular media. 

Wed

11/30

Reach Out Groups

Research and select the top 3 water charities.  You can find a list of various charities at the following websites:

http://www.filtersfast.com/articles/Water-Charities-A-Comprehensive-List.php

Tues

11/29

p. 74-75 #3-38

(multiples  of 3)

105 min. (1 hr. 45 min.)

Apangea math for this week

11/30

12/2

Apangea lesson

Polynomials

Page 708(green book) 19-41 odd, 45,47, & 55

SSR Reading time in Library

Unwind

read pages 121-140

11/29

Reach Out Groups

Design a website that summarizes your learning and experiences for Tread Lightly.

Preliminary due Wed.
12-7

Final Due Friday 12/9

email Mom or Dad regarding meeting or not meeting your goal for Apangea Math this week

105 min. (1 hr. 45 min.)

Apangea math for this week

12/5

12/2

Read Aloud Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol

Reach Out Groups

Design a website that summarizes your learning and experiences for Tread Lightly.

Preliminary due Wed.
12-7

Final Due Friday 12/9

email Mom or Dad regarding meeting or not meeting your goal for Apangea Math last week (if you have not already done so)

Math book p. 80 #4-20 (17 problems); #21-33 (multiples of 3; additional 5 problems)

12/6

12/6

Read Aloud Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol

Reach Out Groups

Design a website that summarizes your learning and experiences for Tread Lightly.

Preliminary due Thursday.
12-8

Final Due Friday 12/9

Log 30 minutes of Apangea Math

12/7

Library book check out

Reach Out Groups

Design a website that summarizes your learning and experiences for Tread Lightly.

Preliminary due Thursday.
12-8

Final Due Friday 12/9

Log 45 minutes of Apangea Math and use a notebook to record your work, time, and lessons

12/8

Read aloud from  A Christmas Carol

Reach Out Groups

Design a website that summarizes your learning and experiences for Tread Lightly.

Final Due Friday 12/9

Log 40 minutes of Apangea Math and use a notebook to record your work, time, and lessons

12/9

Take A.R. test on Becoming Naomi Leon

Complete character analyisis sheet from A Christmas Carol

1. Score yourself for ALL categories of Essential Skills

2. Provide examples on a separate sheet of looseleaf paper for each category; if you give yourself a score of 3 or 4, you MUST provide a minimum of three examples/reasons that you deserve this score [minimum 2 examples otherwise[.

Log 60 minutes of Apangea Math before Thursday, and use a notebook to record your work, time, and lessons

Complete # 1-33 on page 96-99 (chapter 2 review) before Thursday 12/15

12/15

N/A-  early release

1. Score yourself for ALL categories of Essential Skills

2. Provide examples on a separate sheet of looseleaf paper for each category; if you give yourself a score of 3 or 4, you MUST provide a minimum of three examples/reasons that you deserve this score [minimum 2 examples otherwise[.

Log 60 minutes of Apangea Math before Thursday, and use a notebook to record your work, time, and lessons

Complete # 1-33 on page 96-99 (chapter 2 review) before Friday 12/16

P. 82-83 #15-39 (multiples of 3)

P. 88 # 12-30 (mult. of 3)

12/16

N/A- band practice

Log 25 minutes of Apangea Math before Monday, and use a notebook to record your work, time, and lessons

Make sure the following work is ready for Monday (unless you already handed it in)...

Complete # 1-33 on page 96-99 (chapter 2 review) before Friday 12/16

P. 82-83 #15-39 (multiples of 3)

P. 88 # 12-30 (mult. of 3)

12/16

Compare A Christmas Carol book and play/movie and complete plot diagram

Complete # 34-53 on page 98-99 (chapter 2 review) before Wednesday 12/21

Correct and hand in previous assignments (p.82, 88, 97)

12/19

Compare A Christmas Carol book and play/movie and complete plot diagram

Complete at least 1 study guide worksheet from chapter 11

Tuesday

Jan. 3

Please answer the following questions about the Periodic Table of the Elements:

-who is credited with putting it together?

-how is it organized?

-what does it show?

Please answer the following questions about the Periodic Table of the Elements:

          -who is credited with putting it together?

          -how is it organized?

          -what does it show?

Please provide 2 definitions for each of the following vocabulary words.  The first definition should be a dictionary or scientific definition; then change the explanation to your own words:

1. Element
2. Compound
3. Chemical reaction
4. Melting point
5. Freezing point
6. Ion
7. Molecule

Begin studying the next 10 elements of the periodic table

Study Guide 11-2 (or continue to work ahead)

1-4

Begin working on 6th grade Nightmares script with group

Check out SSR book

1. Memorize the first 10 elements of the periodic table - abbreviations and names.

2. Review basic properties of matter notes.

In your notebook, please answer the following question:

What is the difference between a physical change in matter and a chemical reaction?

What are the 3 main indicators of chemical changes/reactions?

Was the "exploding color" in milk lab a chemical reaction or a physical change?  What is your evidence?

Room 118 total surface area AND volume in square and cubic feet, respectively

1-5

Begin working on 6th grade Nightmares script with group

Check out SSR book

In your One Note “Chemistry” file/page:

Please find definitions that you can understand for the following words:

Element                               Chemical reaction

Mass                                     Molecule

Matter                                 

In your notebook, please answer the following questions:

1. What is the mass of each of your table's cubes?

2. What is the mass of each cube?

3. What is the difference between a physical change in matter and a chemical reaction?

4. What are the 3 main indicators of chemical changes/reactions?

5. Was the "exploding color" in milk lab a chemical reaction or a physical change? What is your evidence?

Notes on volume and density (in class); calculate the density of your "assigned cube"

1. Complete Study Guide 11-3 (if not already completed)

2. By next Friday, you must have 3 more lessons completed on Apangea math

Monday, Jan. 9

Friday Jan. 13

Begin working on 6th grade Nightmares script with group

Check out SSR book

In your One Note “Chemistry” file/page:

Please find definitions that you can understand for the following words:

solvent

solute

solution

Test on 1st 10 Elements of the periodic table and basic properties of matter; identify your cube based on density calculations.

Test on 1st 20 Elements of the periodic table; identify your cube based on density calculations.

Click on the following site and practice functions using this website for 30 minutes:

http://www.mathplayground.com/functionmachine.html

The remainder of the hour is spent working completing the worksheet on functions.

Individual reading of your book.  At 3:00 send Mr. Hall an e-mail about what you read.  Your response should be 2 paragraphs in lenght.  Send the e-mail to greghall@foxwestacademy.org

In your own words, explain what affect salt has on snow and ice and how it can be used to help melt ice. Does salt contain energy?

Does sugar have the same affect?

In your own words, explain what affect salt has on snow and ice and how it can be used to help melt ice. Does salt contain energy?

Does sugar have the same affect?

In your own words, explain what affect salt has on snow and ice and how it can be used to help melt ice.  Does salt contain energy?

Does sugar have the same affect?

Monday

1-16

Complete 2 additional Apangea Math Lessons by Wednesday

Complete the Chapter 11 Test in the back of the math book

1-18

Solve the Tracks of a Killer case and answer the questions about your investigation (page 3 - follow this link).

Define each of these vocabulary words with a scientific explanation, then translate it into your own words in a way you could explain it to someone else.

1-17

1-18

Define each of these vocabulary words with a scientific explanation, then translate it into your own words in a way you could explain it to someone else.

Extra chapter 11 practice p.636 # 1-5

OR Chapter 11 test (2nd try)

OR Apangea Math (3 lessons due this week)

1-25 (Wed)

Friday

ALL GRADES:

1. Using a science notebook, write down the difference between chemical properties of matter and physical properties of matter.  You may wish to use the online textbook (Short Course K: Introduction to Matter) sections 2 and 3.               Login: sfwam          Password: science
2. Find and list 10 examples of chemical operties/changes and 10 examples of physical properties/changes. 
3. Be prepared to try to identify whether certain examples are chemical or physical changes AND be prepared to explain why you think so...

1-25

Continue Chap 11 test (retake) AND pass 2 lessons of Apangea Math for Friday

OR complete and pass 3 lessons of Apangea for Friday

Percent change activity - expanding critters.  Measure change and calculate percent changes for mass, length, and width.  Measure 8th hour and in advisory

Began bridge project (load effeciencies)

Continued reading fiction book of choice.

All students that did not have your assignment done for today must complete page 3 of this document about chemical and physical changes IN ADDITION to finishing yesterday's homework...

Chapter 11 test (2nd try) - Due Friday AND 2 lessons passed for Apangea Math - Due Monday

OR Apangea Math (3 lessons due Friday)

1-25 (Wed)

Friday

Grades 7 & 8 - Due Friday:

1. Using this website, define and write the 5 major types of chemical reactions IN YOUR SCIENCE NOTEBOOK: synthesis, decomposition, single displacement, double displacement, and combustion
2. Be prepared to try to identify whether certain examples are chemical or physical changes AND be prepared to explain why you think so...

1-26

1. Email Mr. L. and parents about progress in math this week by copying, pasting, and modifying the message in the attached document...

2. Any incompleted lessons (either 2 or 3 - depending on whether or not you re-took the test) are due MONDAY

1-27

All grades - due TUESDAY1-31

Please read at least 2 full articles (either in print or online) on science and technology and record the following for each by handwriting the following in your (paper) science notebook:

1. Brief summary

2. Source

3. What impact do you think this might have in our world?

1-26

1.Write a letter to Mr. L. stating your choice of either Apangea Math OR Book work for approximately the next month.

2. Optional chapter 3 math test (as pre-test) OR lesson 3-1 worksheet OR approx. 20 minutes at home Apangea math USING A NOTEBOOK.

1-27

7th and 8th

IF you did not have the 2 articles ready for today, read a total of  3 full articles (either in print or online) on science and technology current events and record the following for each by handwriting the following in your (paper) science notebook:

1. Brief summary

2. Source

3. What impact do you think this might have in our world?

1-26

Apangea: All in-class time on Apangea Math.  Use your math notebook to record notes.  If you have problems or have questions, first ask someone else.  If three other people can't help you, email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems.

Book:
1. Correct your lesson/test from yesterday.  If you took the test, find the next lesson in the book where you started to get answers incorrect and complete that Study Guide (example, I got #13 wrong which relates to lesson 3-3; it's okay to skip lesson 3-1 and 3-2 if you got these correct on the pre-test and feel confident that you understand them)..

2. to Complete 1 or 2 of the next (worksheets) lessons from the book. Use your math notebook to record notes.  If you have problems or have questions, first ask someone else. If three other people can't help you, email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems.

All grades check for your scheduled demonstration date:

View Mr. L's sample demonstratoin in the student shared folder "I Am Bill Nye"  (Please note that the scored sample explanation DOES NOT relate to my density demonstration; I used an example that many students have witnessed for reference).

1. Review your plan for demonstration or what you already demonstrated  (see your completed "Bill Nye" sheet); there are many students who have not submitted your "I'm Bill Nye" idea summary.  Please do so today.

2. Create a PowerPoint that explains your demonstration and the science concepts behind it. Use images and pictures to help explain your ideas, but DO NOT simply cut and paste.   

3.  Don't settle for a simple explanation; investigate the physical and chemical properties you are demonstrating.  If you get stuck, email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org

4.  Have 2 other people (students, parents, teachers, etc.) review your explanations and ask questions.  Make appropriate changes.

5.  Make sure you credit your sources for ideas and descriptions and have a draft of your PowerPont ready for FRIDAY, February 3.

2-3

Apangea:
1. All in-class time on Apangea Math. Use your math notebook to record notes. If you have problems or have questions, first ask someone else. If three other people can't help you, email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems. 

2. You should spend an average of approximately 45 min. per day in class on Apangea - you are expected to log an additional 20 minutes out of class.

3. Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE.  All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
1. Correct your lesson(s) from yesterday. If you took the test, find the next lesson in the book where you started to get answers incorrect and complete that Study Guide (example, I got #13 wrong which relates to lesson 3-3; it's okay to skip lesson 3-1 and 3-2 if you got these correct on the pre-test and feel confident that you understand them)..

2. to Complete 1 or 2 of the next (worksheets) lessons from the book. Use your math notebook to record notes. If you have problems or have questions, first ask someone else. If three other people can't help you, email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems.

3. Take the chapter 3 book test after you've worked through the book lessons (sometime by Tuesday)

2-3

All grades (7th grade also see below) check for your scheduled demonstration date:

View Mr. L's sample demonstratoin in the student shared folder "I Am Bill Nye" (Please note that the scored sample explanation DOES NOT relate to my density demonstration; I used an example that many students have witnessed for reference).

1. Review your plan for demonstration or what you already demonstrated (see your completed "Bill Nye" sheet); there are many students who have not submitted your "I'm Bill Nye" idea summary. Please do so today.

2. Create a PowerPoint that explains your demonstration and the science concepts behind it. Use images and pictures to help explain your ideas, but DO NOT simply cut and paste.

3. Don't settle for a simple explanation; investigate the physical and chemical properties you are demonstrating. If you get stuck, email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org

4. Have 2 other people (students, parents, teachers, etc.) review your explanations and ask questions. Make appropriate changes.

5. Make sure you credit your sources for ideas and descriptions and have a draft of your PowerPont ready for FRIDAY, February 3.

2-3

Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
1. All in-class time on Apangea Math. Use your math notebook to record notes.

2. Average of 45 min. per day in class on Apangea - PLUS an additional 20 minutes out of class.

3. Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
1. Correct your lesson(s) from yesterday. Move through 1-2 lessons per day minimum.

2. to Complete 1 or 2 of the next (worksheets) lessons from the book. Use your math notebook to record notes.

3. Take the next chapter book test after you've worked through the book lessons.

2-3

This week in reading:

1. Sign up with Mr. L. For your next SSR/book report choice.

2. Read at 40 minutes outside of school druing the week; record the date and write a brief sumamry (3-4 sentences) about what you read this week (this will be checked on Monday, 2-13).  I STONGLY ENCOURAGE students to set an individual goal of 20 or more minutes per night.  Reaching this goal and completing journal reflection regularly on what you read can earn a score of "4" for independent reading.

3. Participate in one or more mini-video projects to be recorded this week.

4. Daily reading Reviews:
     Correct/discuss #21
     #23 in class
     #22-24 due Thursday

5. (Starting Tuesday) Continue Wolf Rider in class and work on Literature Circle Jobs as assigned.
    

2-13

All grades check for your scheduled demonstration date:

1. Create a PowerPoint that explains your demonstration and the science concepts behind it. Use images and pictures to help explain your ideas, but DO NOT simply cut and paste.

2. Don't settle for a simple explanation; investigate the physical and chemical properties you are demonstrating. If you get stuck, email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org

3. Have 2 other people (students, parents, teachers, etc.) review your explanations and ask questions. Make appropriate changes.

4. Make sure you credit your sources for ideas and descriptions and have a draft of your PowerPont ready for Tuesday, February 7.

2-3

Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
1. All in-class time on Apangea Math. Use your math notebook to record notes.

2. Average of 45 min. per day in class on Apangea - PLUS an additional 20 minutes out of class.

3. Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
1. Correct your lesson(s) from yesterday. Move through 1-2 lessons per day minimum.

2. to Complete 1 or 2 of the next (worksheets) lessons from the book. Use your math notebook to record notes.

3. Take the next chapter book test after you've worked through the book lessons; ideally, you should be onto chapter 4 (at least) by the end of the week...

2-10

This week in reading:

1. Sign up with Mr. L. For your next SSR/book report choice.

2. Read at 40 minutes outside of school druing the week; record the date and write a brief sumamry (3-4 sentences) about what you read this week (this will be checked on Monday, 2-13). I STONGLY ENCOURAGE students to set an individual goal of 20 or more minutes per night. Reaching this goal and completing journal reflection regularly on what you read can earn a score of "4" for independent reading.

3. Participate in one or more mini-video projects to be recorded this week.

4. Daily reading Reviews:
Correct/discuss #21
#23 in class
#22-24 due Thursday

5. (Starting Tuesday) Continue Wolf Rider in clas.  Literature Circle Jobs will be assigned next week.

2-13

PRIORITIES:      A) Finish demonstrations     B) Complete PowerPoints

1. Revise your PowerPoint that explains your demonstration and the science concepts behind it. Use images and pictures to help explain your ideas, but DO NOT simply cut and paste.

2. When finished with your PowerPoint, ask Mr. L. to review it and save it to his external hard drive.

3. Using the online science textbook Short Course K: Introduction to Matter, find the index, and note the page number that each of the concepts/ideas below is explained.  Read through the page and begin studying ideas for a test next week.  Click for 6th grade terms here; you can find 7th and 8th grade terms here (*seek other references for terms that do not appear in the index).

4. Using the online science textbook as well as other online resources, create a One-Note page or file that contains and explains the concepts and terms above (due Tuesday).  Include 2 or more pictures for each term.

2-14

Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
1. All in-class time on Apangea Math. Use your math notebook to record notes.

2. Average of 45 min. per day in class on Apangea - PLUS an additional 20 minutes out of class.

3. Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
1. Correct your lesson(s) from yesterday. Move through 1-2 lessons per day minimum.

2. to Complete 1 or 2 of the next (worksheets) lessons from the book. Use your math notebook to record notes.

3. Take the next chapter book test after you've worked through the book lessons; ideally, you should be onto chapter 4 (at least) by the end of the week...

2-10

Friday:

1. Continue to record mini-video projects.

2. Correct/discuss #21-#24

3. Use any extra class time for SSR and journal your reflections about what you read.  Mr. L. will also check for evidence of 40 minutes reading outside of school on Monday.

2-13

PRIORITIES: A) Finish demonstrations B) Complete PowerPoints

1. Revise your PowerPoint that explains your demonstration and the science concepts behind it. Make sure you try to earn the score you want to get.

2. When finished with your PowerPoint, attach it to an email and send it to danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org  (you may have to delete the video if the file size is too big - we can reinsert it later, but I need to see your explanation). 

3. Using the online science textbook Short Course K: Introduction to Matter, find the index, and note the page number that each of the concepts/ideas below is explained. Read through the page and begin studying ideas for a test next week. Click for 6th grade terms here; you can find 7th and 8th grade terms here (*seek other references for terms that do not appear in the index). 

4. Using the online science textbook as well as other online resources, create a OneNote page or file that contains and explains the concepts and terms above (due Tuesday). Include 2 or more pictures for each term.  You may use the Snipping tool to import pictures into your One Note - cutting and pasting is also acceptable for this assignment.

5. Re-ACTING Science: Once you have created your One Note page/file, your mission is to "act out" as many science concepts as you can using actions, moving things around on a surface, miming, body movements, etc. and video tape each "acted out concept."  The goal will be for you to create a video challenge that another team will watch and try to figure out which word is being acted out in each scene.  This can be done individually or in teams of as many  as 5 people; HOWEVER, every person must have a role in each "acted out concept."

2-14

Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
1. All in-class time on Apangea Math. Use your math notebook to record notes.

2. Average of 45 min. per day in class on Apangea - PLUS an additional 20 minutes out of class.

3. Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
1. Correct your lesson(s) from yesterday. Move through 1-2 lessons per day minimum.

2. to Complete 1 or 2 of the next (worksheets) lessons from the book. Use your math notebook to record notes.

3. Take the next chapter book test after you've worked through the book lessons; ideally, you should be taking the test on chapter 4 (at least) by the end of the week...Talk to Mr.L. if you have concerns. 

2-16

Tuesday:

1. Read from Wolf Rider and continue to record mini-video projects (time permitting).

2. Correct/discuss #21-#24; COMPLETE Daily Reading Review #25-27 for Thursday, Feb. 16

3. Use any extra class time for SSR and journal your reflections about what you read. Mr. L. will also check for evidence of 40 minutes reading outside of school on Monday, February 20.

2-16

PRIORITIES: A) Review/study for Thursday's Test     B) Continue/Finish One-Note Files   C)"Acting Science"      D) Powder Investigation

1. Complete the study guide for 6th or 8th grade and study the vocabulary words for Thursday's test.

2. Using the online science textbook as well as other online resources, create a OneNote page or file that contains and explains the concepts and terms above.  Include 1-2 (or more) pictures for each term. You may use the Snipping tool to import pictures into your One Note - cutting and pasting is also acceptable (for this assignment).

3. Re-ACTING Science: Once you have created your One Note page/file, your mission is to "act out" as many science concepts as you can using actions, moving things around on a surface, miming, body movements, etc. and video tape each "acted out concept." The goal will be for you to create a video challenge that another team will watch and try to figure out which word is being acted out in each scene. This can be done individually or in teams of as many as 5 people; HOWEVER, every person must have a role in each "acted out concept."

4. With any available time in class, continue the "Powder Investigation"

2-14

ONGOING:
Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
1. All in-class time on Apangea Math. Use your math notebook to record notes.
2. Average of 45 min. per day in class on Apangea - PLUS an additional 20 minutes out of class.
3. Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
1. Correct your lesson(s) from yesterday. Move through 1-2 lessons per day minimum.
2. to Complete 1 or 2 of the next (worksheets) lessons from the book. Use your math notebook to record notes.
3. Take the next chapter book test after you've worked through the book lessons; ideally, you should be taking the test on chapter 4 (at least) by the end of the week...Talk to Mr.L. if you have concerns.

2-24

Monday:

1. Read from Wolf Rider; complete next literature circle job

2. Show Mr. L. your reading journal from last week

2-21

 Journal reflection (see rubric here):

1. What experience($) do you have with money? (i.e. savings, performed a job, saved for a purchase, owed someone money)

2. What is your attitude toward $? (Is it good, bad, neither?)  What are the advantages/disadvantages of money?

3. ALL GRADES email your parents, jennikoeneke@foxwestacademy.org  and danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org and explain of the following:
-  The difference between simple and compound interest
- The rule of 72 (6th grade is not required to explain this one yet)
...use your Learning, Earning, and Investing book if necessary

2-21

ONGOING:
Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
1. All in-class time on Apangea Math. Use your math notebook to record notes.
2. Average of 45 min. per day in class on Apangea - PLUS an additional 20 minutes out of class.
3. Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
1. Correct your lesson(s) from yesterday. Move through 1-2 lessons per day minimum.
2. to Complete 1 or 2 of the next (worksheets) lessons from the book. Use your math notebook to record notes.
3. Take the next chapter book test after you've worked through the book lessons; ideally, you should be taking the test on chapter 4 (at least) by the end of the week...Turn in your test after correcting it
Talk to Mrs. W. if you have concerns.

2-24

1. Review your corrected test and make corrections.

2. Copy and paste the contents of this document and email to your parents and to Mr. L.  Plan to retake the test (it will be slightly different from the original) if necessary.

Wednesday:

1. Read from Wolf Rider; complete next literature circle job

2. Show Mr. L. your reading journal from last week

2-23

(Assigned Monday) Journal reflection (see rubric here):

1. What experience($) do you have with money? (i.e. savings, performed a job, saved for a purchase, owed someone money)

2. What is your attitude toward $? (Is it good, bad, neither?) What are the advantages/disadvantages of money?

3. ALL GRADES email your parents, jennikoeneke@foxwestacademy.org and danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org and explain of the following:
- The difference between simple and compound interest
- The rule of 72 (6th grade is not required to explain this one yet)
...use your Learning, Earning, and Investing book if necessary

2-21

ONGOING:
Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
Ideally, you should be working on chapter 6 (at least) by the end of the week (if you recently switched over, you may be on chapter 3 or 4 - that's okay)...Turn in your tests and packets after you correct them.

2-24

1. Find answers to the science test here.

2. Create a note card to use on the test (you may use both sides).  The re-take will happen on Friday, March 2.

1. Review your corrected test and make corrections.  Study at least 30 minutes for the Thursday re-take

2. Copy and paste the contents of this document and email to your parents and to Mr. L. Plan to retake the test (it will be slightly different from the original) if necessary.  Mom or Dad must confirm that you have studied 30 minutes outside of school in order for your re-take to count.

1.Make sure you have set your STRETCH Goals from yesterday.  If you have not yet done so, add a math and project block goal. 

2. Continue reading your book report book.

1. Journal reflection (see rubric here):

a. What are your skills/strengths that would help you to be successful as an employee?

b. What are your struggle areas or weaknesses that you would need to overcome?  How could you look at this a different way to show it as being a "good" trait?

2. Subtract or add your "Situation" amount from your budget.

3. Calculate how much you can afford for monthly car payments (if eligible for a loan) and complete paperwork (including picture) to buy your automobile.

2-28

2-27-2012

ONGOING:
Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
Ideally, you should be working on chapter 6 (at least) by the end of the week (if you recently switched over, you may be on chapter 3 or 4 - that's okay)...Turn in your tests and packets after you correct them.

2-24

1. Find answers to the science test here.

2. Create a note card to use on the test (you may use both sides). The re-take will happen on Friday, March 2.

1. Review your corrected test and make corrections. Study at least 30 minutes for the Thursday re-take

2. Copy and paste the contents of this document and email to your parents and to Mr. L. Plan to retake the test (it will be slightly different from the original) if necessary. Mom or Dad must confirm that you have studied 30 minutes outside of school in order for your re-take to count.

1.Make sure you have set your STRETCH Goals from yesterday. If you have not yet done so, add a math and project block goal.

2. Continue reading your book report book.

1. Journal reflection (see rubric here):

Before you can purchase shares of stock in a company, you need to do some research and answer each of the following questions in your journal notebook about the stock (you must research at least 3 different companies in 3 different business sectors:

1. What is the name of the company you are researching?
2. What is the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange) or NASDAQ abbreviation for your company?
3. What business sector (service, manufacturing, advertising, internet, retail, entertainment, etc.) is the company involved in?
4. How long has this company been in business?
5. What is the 52 week range for stock prices of this company?
6. PARAGRAPH REFLECITON MINIMUM: What is it about this company that makes you think this could be a good investment?

2. On Friday (or before), each student will subtract $100 from your savings - this will be used as invesment money for the online stock simulation: $100 = $1,000,000 virtual stock. This is a required balance reduction.

3. Calculate how much you can afford for monthly car payments (if eligible for a loan) and complete paperwork (including picture) to buy your automobile.

4. Create an account to trade stocks: http://www.smartstocks.com/

*Use only your first name
*Use the first 6 letters of your email address as your user name
*DO NOT enter a street address or any personal information
*Your confirmation email to enable your stocktracks account will likely be in your "SPAM" account (under email - more options)

2-28

ONGOING:
Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
Ideally, you should be working on chapter 7 (at least) by the end of the week (if you recently switched over, you may be on chapter 4 or 5 - that's okay)...Turn in your tests and packets after you correct them.

2-24

Review your re-take; see Mr. L. about options for improving your grade if you are interested in working toward a better grade.

1.Make sure you have set your STRETCH Goals from yesterday. If you have not yet done so, add a math and project block goal.

2. Continue reading your book report book.

1. Journal reflection (see rubric here)...Write down a brief summary of what you learned and did last week (8th grade can skip the journal and include these in your email):

1. What did we study and learn about?
2. How was your effort at putting academics before socializing?
3. What stocks did you purchase? What kind of car did you buy?
4. Preview this week: resume building, home purchase, stock market challenge.

2. If you have not yet done so, log into http://www.smartstocks.com/ and join the appropriate group: 6FWA, 7FWA, 8FWA.  By Tuesday you should have invested at least $250,000

3. Email Mom/Dad with a summary of what we studied last week including how well you focused on your academics and responsibilities (CC your email to danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org ).

4. Fill in the resume planning sheet (due Tuesday)

5. DUE WEDNESDAY: With your mom or dad, complete the "Drivers License" exam.

3-6

ONGOING:
Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
Ideally, you should be working on chapter 7 (at least) by the end of the week (if you recently switched over, you may be on chapter 4 or 5 - that's okay)...Turn in your tests and packets after you correct them.

2-24

Review your re-take; see Mr. L. about options for improving your grade if you are interested in working toward a better grade.

1.Review and evaluate your STRETCH goals from last week.  Begin to think of goals for next week.

2. Read at least 40 minutes outside of school during the week; record the date and write a reflection about what you read this week (this will be checked each Monday  I STONGLY ENCOURAGE students to set an individual goal of 20 or more minutes per night. Reaching this goal and completing journal reflection regularly on what you read can earn a score of "4" for independent reading.

3. Continue reading your book report book.

1. Complete the next month of your budget: pay your salary, subtract expenses, pay car loan, choose situation card, etc.  PLEASE NOTE: As of today if your laptop is left out at any time and/or not turned completely off at the end of the day, all students associated with the laptop will recieve a fine of $150.00 for each occurrence.

2. Begin to develop your resume on Microsoft Word or Google Docs (or another word processing program); choose an approprate template and fill in your experiences.  A draft of your resume is due tomorrow (Wednesday, March 7)

3. DUE WEDNESDAY: With your mom or dad, complete the "Drivers License" exam.

4. Continue investments on http://www.smartstocks.com/

3-7

ONGOING:
Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
Ideally, you should be working on chapter 7 (at least) by the end of the week (if you recently switched over, you may be on chapter 4 or 5 - that's okay)...Turn in your tests and packets after you correct them.

3-10

Review your re-take; see Mr. L. about options for improving your grade if you are interested in working toward a better grade.

1.Review and evaluate your STRETCH goals from last week. Begin to think of goals for next week.

2. Read at least 40 minutes outside of school during the week; record the date and write a reflection about what you read this week (this will be checked each Monday I STONGLY ENCOURAGE students to set an individual goal of 20 or more minutes per night. Reaching this goal and completing journal reflection regularly on what you read can earn a score of "4" for independent reading.

3. Continue reading your book report book.

1. Complete the next month (3rd full month budget subtractions) of your budget: pay your salary, subtract expenses, pay car loan, choose situation card, etc. PLEASE NOTE: As of 3-6 if your laptop is left out at any time and/or not turned completely off at the end of the day, all students associated with the laptop will recieve a fine of $150.00 for each occurrence.  Owners of the following laptops have incurred a fine from 3-6 (Tuesday): 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29

2. Begin to look over and revise your resume.  Read your resume as it is, then write a journal reflection about what you need to add to, clarify, or change about your resume.  If you need more to write about, imagine what you would like to be able to put on a resume in your future. 

3. Continue investments on http://www.smartstocks.com/

4. Get your individual student Skyward login (not your family login) from Mr. L. 
     a. Record the login and password and email it to yourself
     b. Enter your foxwestacademy.org (gmail) email address on Skyward

5. Use the Mortgage/Rent calculation sheet to figure out how much you can  spend on a house or apartment rental.  You may want to consider rooming with another student (each person must have their own bedroom).  Look at rental options on http://appleton.craigslist.org/ and investigate possible rentals. 

3-7

ONGOING:
Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
Your goal is to pass 2 lessons per week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

Book:
Ideally, you should be working on chapter 7 (at least) by the end of the week (if you recently switched over, you may be on chapter 4 or 5 - that's okay)...Turn in your tests and packets after you correct them.

3-10

Review your re-take; see Mr. L. about options for improving your grade if you are interested in working toward a better grade.

6th Grade
1.Finish reading Wolf Rider and continue your goal of 40 minutes reading outside of school (with reflection).

2. For Monday, March 12, write a 1/2 page (or more) journal reflection about Wolf Rider...Did you like it?  Why or why not?  What do you think the THEME (or overall lesson the book might have been about) was?

3. For Monday, March 12, write an alternate ending...that means, if you were the author, how could you have made the ending different from how AVI chose to end the story.  Plan to write at least 3/4 page for a score of 3.

4. Begin planning what type of project you would like to do for your book report.  It must be different from the type of project you completed last fall (for example, if you did a PowerPoint last time, you’ll have to choose something else to do this time). See the rubric for how it will be scored.

1. Owners of the following laptops have incurred a fine from 3-7 (Wednesday): 7, 22

2. Lesson 12 & lesson 14

3. Continue investments on http://www.smartstocks.com/

4. If you have not done so, use the Mortgage/Rent calculation sheet to figure out how much you can spend on a house or apartment rental (we'll actually make the purchase during an upcoming week). You may want to consider rooming with another student (each person must have their own bedroom). Look at rental options on http://appleton.craigslist.org/ and investigate possible rentals or check out a realty websity like www.realty.com.

5. On Friday (time permitting) use a video camera and record yourself (or partner with someone to video you) on video responding to each of the following questions in preparation for your March 22 job interviews:

     a. What are your strenths?
     b. What are your weaknesses?

...these videos will be used to help us analyze our own interviewing and communication skills, so try your best, but don't get stressed!

3-7

ONGOING:
Email Mr. L. at danlundstrom@foxwestacademy.org with questions or problems; also seek help from others whenever possible.

Apangea:
Your goal is to pass 2 lessons this week OR MORE. All math class time is to be used for Apangea (even if you finish) if you have chosen this path.

3-16

6th Grade
1.Continue SSR time outside of school including journal writing.

2. Begin planning what type of project you would like to do for your book report. It must be different from the type of project you completed last fall (for example, if you did a PowerPoint last time, you’ll have to choose something else to do this time). See the rubric for how it will be scored.

1. Create a login (JOIN THE REVOLUTION) for Gen I Revolution Online Personal Finance Game and play the game during project block for at least 30 minutes (alone or work with a partner):
6th grade use class code: a07586
7th grade use class code: 8e195f
8th grade use class code: 018eef

2. Write a draft of your cover letter

3-15

Correct your Semester Test and determine which lesson you would feel comfortable instructing...

3-16

6th Grade
1.Have journal notebooks ready to turn in tomorrow

2. Take Accelerated Reader test of Wolf Rider

3. View your new "Yellow Workbook" and in class we will vote on our first article/story to read.

4. For Monday, finish the answers to the yellow workbook as directed.

1. Complete cover letter (this was due today) . Have your cover letter printed and ready for revising/editing tomorrow.

2. Revise resume

3. Write an email to a parent (cc to Mr. Lundstrom) in a friendly letter format (please watch capitalization, use proper word choice, use complete sentences, etc.) to update them about this week of learning and include the following:
     -I would give myself a score of ____% for the past week in my efforts toward learning and completing my responsibilities.
     -An attached copy of your cover letter
     -An attached copy of your revised resume

4. Play Gen I by creating a login (click: JOIN THE REVOLUTION) for Gen I Revolution Online Personal Finance Game and play the game (alone or work with a partner):
6th grade use class code: a07586
7th grade use class code: 8e195f
8th grade use class code: 018eef

3-15

Plan your lesson to teach including: How will you teach the lesson?  What 5 problems will you assign?  Who will be in charge of what parts of the lesson?

Complete the Ecological Footprint Survey: http://www.hasd.org/faculty/DanLundstrom/Ecological_footprint.pdf for Tuesday

3-20

6th Grade
1.Read and complete p. 25-36 in the Reader/Writer Yellow Workbook

2. Sign up for the type of book report project you are doing

3. Set new STRETCH Goals and evaluate your current success.

1. Complete 2 cover letters that have been adapted to 2 of the specific jobs available for Thursday's expo.

2. Finalize resume

3-20

Plan your lesson to teach including the following written out on a piece of looseleaf or notebook paper:

1. Name the people in your group.

2. Note the book lesson(s) that your group is presenting (ex. 1-3 & 1-4). 

3. Explain how you are going to present each lesson/concept and which student(s) is/are in charge of leading the lesson and what each person's responsibilities are.

4. Include what background information or vocabulary will be needed in order for students to be successful.

5. List the page numbers and practice problems that students will complete to show they've learned the lesson - 5 problems minimum per lesson (for example - 3 lessons would be 15 problems)

3-20

6th Grade
1.Read and complete p. 25-36 in the Reader/Writer Yellow Workbook

2. Plan how you will share your most recent (or a selected) book in an informal presentation next week (example: short PowerPoint, written summary, poster with basic information)...We will be sharing a formal book report presentation 4th quarter.

3. Set new STRETCH Goals and evaluate your current success.

1. Complete 2 cover letters that have been adapted to 2 of the specific jobs available for Thursday's expo.

2. Finalize resume.

3. Practice interviewing with a parent for Thursday's Career Expo.  Prepare responses to the following questions:

1. What are your strengths?
2. What are your weaknesses (and how do you overcome them)?
3. What experiences have you had that prepared you for this position?
4. Why do you want this position?
5. Explain how you get along with others.

3-20

Turn in your "lesson plan" and continue preparing (if necessary)

2 or 3 lessons Apangea Math this week...

Complete the "TRANSIT TIME" worksheet (both sides) for tomorrow.

3-20

6th Grade
1.Correct p. 25-36 in the Reader/Writer Yellow Workbook

2. Plan how you will share your most recent (or a selected) book in an informal presentation next week (example: short PowerPoint, written summary, poster with basic information)...We will be sharing a formal book report presentation 4th quarter.

3. Discuss new STRETCH Goals and evaluate your current success.

4. Read the SCOPE magazine article on the giant squid.

1.Review the specific job descriptions for tomorrow night's Expo.

2. Pay yourself the next month's salary and subtract budget expenses.

3. Complete 2 cover letters that have been adapted to 2 of the specific jobs available for Thursday's expo.

4. Finalize resume.

5. Practice interviewing with a parent for Thursday's Career Expo. Prepare responses to the following questions:

1. What are your strengths?
2. What are your weaknesses (and how do you overcome them)?
3. What experiences have you had that prepared you for this position?
4. Why do you want this position?
5. Explain how you get along with others.

3-20

Turn in your "lesson plan" and continue preparing (if necessary)

Book p.283 #15-23 (odd)

Book p.303 #5-9

3-20

6th Grade
1.Make sure p. 25-36 in the Reader/Writer Yellow Workbook is ready to correct.

2. Plan how you will share your most recent (or a selected) book in an informal presentation next week (example: short PowerPoint, written summary, poster with basic information)...We will be sharing a formal book report presentation 4th quarter.

3. Discuss new STRETCH Goals and evaluate your current success.

4. Read the SCOPE magazine article on the giant squid.

1.Review the specific job descriptions for tonight's Expo.

2. View the rubric and prepare the best cover letters and resume you can.

3. Complete 2 cover letters that have been adapted to 2 of the specific jobs available for Thursday's expo.

4. Practice interviewing tonight's Career Expo. Prepare responses to the following questions in addition to questions that would be more job-specific:

1. What are your strengths?
2. What are your weaknesses (and how do you overcome them)?
3. What experiences have you had that prepared you for this position?
4. Why do you want this position?
5. Explain how you get along with others.

3-20

Turn in your "lesson plan" and continue preparing (if necessary)

Thursday's homework:
Book p.283 #15-23 (odd)
Book p.303 #5-9

Friday's homework:
Book p.10 #21-25, 33, 35
Book p.58 #8, 9, 15, 16, 17

3-26

6th Grade
1.Make sure p. 25-36 in the Reader/Writer Yellow Workbook is ready to correct.

2. Plan how you will share your most recent (or a selected) book in an informal presentation next week (example: short PowerPoint, written summary, poster with basic information)...We will be sharing a formal book report presentation 4th quarter.

3. Discuss new STRETCH Goals and evaluate your current success.

4. Read the SCOPE magazine article on the giant squid and following page.  Complete the quiz based on these 2 articles.

1.Please reflect on the following questions in your journal notebook:

1. How do you feel your interviews went last night?
2. Which interview went best and why do you think so?
3. What would you do differently next time AND what would you make sure to do again?

2. Turn in a copy of your best cover letter and final resume for grading.

3. Read lesson 21 and identify the following information about stock market crashes in your journal notebook:

1. What were at least 2 causes of the crash of 1929 and 1987?
2. How did the Fed (Federal Resereve) react to the crash?
3. Research the stock market crash of 2008 online.  When did it occur?  What are at least 2 causes (or contributing factors) to the crash?

3-20

Complete the "Skill" practice worksheet and turn in by the end  of the day. 

3-26

6th Grade
1.Make sure p. 25-36 in the Reader/Writer Yellow Workbook is ready to correct.

2. Plan how you will share your most recent (or a selected) book in an informal presentation next week (example: short PowerPoint, written summary, poster with basic information)...We will be sharing a formal book report presentation 4th quarter.

3. Discuss new STRETCH Goals and evaluate your current success.

4. Read the SCOPE magazine article on the giant squid and following page. Complete the quiz based on these 2 articles.

1.Please reflect on the following questions in your journal notebook:

1. How do you feel your interviews went last night?
2. Which interview went best and why do you think so?
3. What would you do differently next time AND what would you make sure to do again?

2. Turn in a copy of your best cover letter and final resume for grading.

3. Read lesson 21 and identify the following information about stock market crashes in your journal notebook:

1. What were at least 2 causes of the crash of 1929 and 1987?
2. How did the Fed (Federal Resereve) react to the crash?
3. Research the stock market crash of 2008 online. When did it occur? What are at least 2 causes (or contributing factors) to the crash?

3-20

1. Turn in the fraction "Skill" practice (if you didn't already)

2. post your KWH on the online form.

3. Log at least 1 hour on Apangea Math between Tuesday and the beginning of math class Wednesday

3-28

6th Grade
1.Read p. 38-46 and complete all questions and margin items.  Make sure p. 25-36 in the Reader/Writer Yellow Workbook is ready to correct.

2. Plan how you will share your most recent (or a selected) book in an informal presentation next week (example: short PowerPoint, written summary, poster with basic information)...We will be sharing a formal book report presentation 4th quarter.

3. Prepare to evaluate new STRETCH Goals that you wrote last week (will be collected on Friday).

4. Read the SCOPE magazine article on the giant squid and following page. CORRECT the quiz based on these 2 articles that was returned in class yesterday.

ALL STUDENTS: join FWA Project group on EDMODO group 5klec2

and take the Finance Quiz.  You may use your finance book.

7th and 8th grade (posted last Friday)

1.Please reflect on the following questions in your journal notebook:

1. How do you feel your interviews went last night?
2. Which interview went best and why do you think so?
3. What would you do differently next time AND what would you make sure to do again?

2. Complete the next month (6th full month budget subtractions) of your budget: pay your salary, subtract expenses, pay car loan, choose situation card, etc.

3-28

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