Sunday, October 6, 2019

In Math we have been working on:

  • Math facts through "Math Minute" warm ups.
  • Identifying Different types of Patterns.
  • Order of operations and idea of BEDMAS.....how do we use it and why?
  • Temperature:  Fahrenheit and Degrees Celsius
  • You have a duotang with this work that lives in your folder.
  • We have been making snacks each week to help us with fractions and units of measure.
  • last week we made Banana Wheat Germ Muffins, the week before we made pizza.
Coming up in Math:
  • Time

In Science Grade 8 has been working on the unit Mix and Flow of Matter:
  • Understanding Fluids
  • Classifying Substances (Pure substance or Mixture, type of Mixture)
  • Vocabulary
  • Visual Journal
Coming up in Science 8:
  • Concentration and solubility

In Science Grade 9 has been working on the unit Biological Diversity:
  • Vocabulary
  • Diversity within species, between species
  • Adaptations
  • Niches
  • Animal Adaptations project:  What makes them special?  Google Slide show shared with me.
  • Inherited and uninherited traits.
Coming up in Science 9:
  • Genetics

Other Stuff
  • Working as a community to clean up the mess we make.
  • Projects in construction:  can be related to any topic, discuss with Mr. Laj, Mr. Schultz, and myself.
  • Recycling:  how can we make it better?
  • You all have a folder and duotangs that stay in the classroom to help you keep your work organized.
Coming Up: 
  • Early Dismissal Thursday (12:15)
  • Progress Conferences Thursday and Friday. (1-4, 5-8 and 10-2)
  • Fall Break October 14-18