Have a SAFE day off tomorrow. I hope none of you are affected too severely by the storm !
Integrated Science
Your projects are supposed to be due on Tuesday however I realize some of you may not have brought home your science binders over the weekend figuring you could work on it/finish it Monday night. Therefore I will not collect your projects until Wednesday 10/31. Your next unit test will be Monday 11/5. More information on this when we get back to school.
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Friday, October 26, 2012
Here is what went on today/reminders !
Forensics
Today we completed the class fingerprint activity. You should have handed in your packet and a graph showing the class totals for each fingerprint type. Today you also should have handed in your 4 paragraph response to the article we read the other day. Always hand something in even if it is late! I will still give you credit with some point off for being late. Better to get partial credit than no credit at all.
Homework
NONE
Int. Science
Today we finished up our lab on the physical property of density. Everyone did a pretty good job with this ! You should have handed in your table & questions (worksheet you filled out) and a graph of your mass and volume. We then started vocabulary for our next section. I will check these grids during a binder check which is coming up soon ! More information on this next week
There will be a test either the end of next week or early the following week - Info/Update on this Tues 10/30
Homework
Children's Book Project - Due Tuesday 10/30
Reminders: If your name is on the board to make up a test or quiz you need to make everything up ASAP - The term ends 2 weeks from today and I need time to grade it before grades are due so I need you to get this done by the beginning of that week (Nov 5th)
Have an awesome & safe weekend !
Forensics
Today we completed the class fingerprint activity. You should have handed in your packet and a graph showing the class totals for each fingerprint type. Today you also should have handed in your 4 paragraph response to the article we read the other day. Always hand something in even if it is late! I will still give you credit with some point off for being late. Better to get partial credit than no credit at all.
Homework
NONE
Int. Science
Today we finished up our lab on the physical property of density. Everyone did a pretty good job with this ! You should have handed in your table & questions (worksheet you filled out) and a graph of your mass and volume. We then started vocabulary for our next section. I will check these grids during a binder check which is coming up soon ! More information on this next week
There will be a test either the end of next week or early the following week - Info/Update on this Tues 10/30
Homework
Children's Book Project - Due Tuesday 10/30
Reminders: If your name is on the board to make up a test or quiz you need to make everything up ASAP - The term ends 2 weeks from today and I need time to grade it before grades are due so I need you to get this done by the beginning of that week (Nov 5th)
Have an awesome & safe weekend !
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Good morning - I hope you all enjoy your half day ! Here is what went on so far this week/things to remember
Forensics
We started out unit on Fingerprints yesterday during which time we took notes on fingerprint characteristics and looking at fingerprint detail. Today you should have matched fingerprints and read the article about famous cases that utilized fingerprint identification for convictions/solving cases. We will go over the fingerprint identifications tomorrow. The article and response is due on Friday. Tomorrow we will continue with fingerprint analysis
Homework
Write a four-paragraph response about the article you read in class about famous cases and fingerprints. One paragraph should explain the significance of fingerprints to solving cases and the other thee should summarize how fingerprint technology was used in solving different cases (1 paragraph per case you choose to discuss). These instructions were on the board during class! This response is not due until Friday 10/26.
Integrated Science
This week we have been looking at physical properties. We have notes on six of the major physical properties but there are others. Today we discussed the criteria and grading rubric for a children's book project about physical properties. You received a rubric, example page, and what I expect to see in the book. Your book can have a central theme/storyline or can be like an encyclopedia/visual dictionary with examples. Do not hesitate to ask me any questions about the book but make sure you are actually reading the directions. This project is due Tuesday 10/30. Tomorrow we will delve into physical properties a bit more and do some hands-on activities.
Homework
Work on your children's book project
Reminders
Homework Club - help with homework/time management/organization from National Honor Society students for freshmen academy = Tuesday afternoons 2:15-3 pm in Mr North's room (Room 218)
* Please be diligent about showing me/completing make-up work. It is your responsibility to obtain this information and show me you have completed it by the deadline I give you to receive credit
* People that need to make up tests/quizzes should do so ASAP. You have until Monday 11/5 for any tests or quizzes because I need to make sure I can grade them before grades are due. NO EXCEPTIONS - people missing quizzes/tests names' are on the white board and i will erase them as you complete them
Extra Credit - Several of you have asked for extra credit opportunities. I will put something together that will be due at the very end of the term that can influence your grade positively if you complete it correctly. More information on this later.
Enjoy the half day and BE SAFE
Forensics
We started out unit on Fingerprints yesterday during which time we took notes on fingerprint characteristics and looking at fingerprint detail. Today you should have matched fingerprints and read the article about famous cases that utilized fingerprint identification for convictions/solving cases. We will go over the fingerprint identifications tomorrow. The article and response is due on Friday. Tomorrow we will continue with fingerprint analysis
Homework
Write a four-paragraph response about the article you read in class about famous cases and fingerprints. One paragraph should explain the significance of fingerprints to solving cases and the other thee should summarize how fingerprint technology was used in solving different cases (1 paragraph per case you choose to discuss). These instructions were on the board during class! This response is not due until Friday 10/26.
Integrated Science
This week we have been looking at physical properties. We have notes on six of the major physical properties but there are others. Today we discussed the criteria and grading rubric for a children's book project about physical properties. You received a rubric, example page, and what I expect to see in the book. Your book can have a central theme/storyline or can be like an encyclopedia/visual dictionary with examples. Do not hesitate to ask me any questions about the book but make sure you are actually reading the directions. This project is due Tuesday 10/30. Tomorrow we will delve into physical properties a bit more and do some hands-on activities.
Homework
Work on your children's book project
Reminders
Homework Club - help with homework/time management/organization from National Honor Society students for freshmen academy = Tuesday afternoons 2:15-3 pm in Mr North's room (Room 218)
* Please be diligent about showing me/completing make-up work. It is your responsibility to obtain this information and show me you have completed it by the deadline I give you to receive credit
* People that need to make up tests/quizzes should do so ASAP. You have until Monday 11/5 for any tests or quizzes because I need to make sure I can grade them before grades are due. NO EXCEPTIONS - people missing quizzes/tests names' are on the white board and i will erase them as you complete them
Extra Credit - Several of you have asked for extra credit opportunities. I will put something together that will be due at the very end of the term that can influence your grade positively if you complete it correctly. More information on this later.
Enjoy the half day and BE SAFE
Friday, October 19, 2012
Happy Friday everyone ! Here is everything that went on today/information to remember
Forensics
Today we watched a documentary on the murder trial of Amanda Knox. Yesterday we concluded our unit on handwriting analysis and chromatography with a unit test. Next week we will start our unit on fingerprinting. Be mindful that if you have to make up a test or quiz you should do so sooner rather than later ! You have to the end of the term but that is soon approaching.
Homework
No Homework
Integrated Science
Yesterday we took a quiz on Section 2.1 and began looking at vocabulary for our next section about physical properties of matter. We will continue with this next week. Today we went out to the Mobile Science Center which I hope everyone enjoyed ! Good behavior was shown by all please keep up the good work :)
Homework
Finish new vocabulary grid from yesterday! I will check it Monday
Period D: Work on your research plan !
Note: The Freshman Academy is starting a homework club on Tuesday afternoons where students that need help with organization, time management, and class content can come get help from national honor society students. The club runs from 2:00-3:00 pm. If you feel as if this could help you come to homework club !
Forensics
Today we watched a documentary on the murder trial of Amanda Knox. Yesterday we concluded our unit on handwriting analysis and chromatography with a unit test. Next week we will start our unit on fingerprinting. Be mindful that if you have to make up a test or quiz you should do so sooner rather than later ! You have to the end of the term but that is soon approaching.
Homework
No Homework
Integrated Science
Yesterday we took a quiz on Section 2.1 and began looking at vocabulary for our next section about physical properties of matter. We will continue with this next week. Today we went out to the Mobile Science Center which I hope everyone enjoyed ! Good behavior was shown by all please keep up the good work :)
Homework
Finish new vocabulary grid from yesterday! I will check it Monday
Period D: Work on your research plan !
Note: The Freshman Academy is starting a homework club on Tuesday afternoons where students that need help with organization, time management, and class content can come get help from national honor society students. The club runs from 2:00-3:00 pm. If you feel as if this could help you come to homework club !
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Forensics
Today we did a review crossword puzzle for the test and went over the topics on for the test. The test is on the following topics:
1. Handwriting Analysis
2. Case Study #1 - Lindbergh baby kidnapping/murder
3. Case Study #2 - JonBenet Ramsey murder
4. Chromatography
Use your notes, past quizzes, and crossword puzzle to study for the test ! Bring other work to do in class (quietly of course) if you finish early
Homework
Study for Test
Integrated Science
Today we finished the matter-stations activity and reviewed for the quiz tomorrow. The quiz is on all of Section 1.2, so the three note sheets given out and filled in in class.
Homework
Study for the Quiz & Review crossword puzzle
Reminders: Please continue to show good behavior and especially respect & effort in class. I notice :)
Period D: If you need science fair help come see me tomorrow afternoon. You really need a solid topic by now so you can write your research plan (2 pages double-spaced). I also need all paperwork by Tuesday 10/23 as my director will be coming in to collect paperwork for those projects that need further documentation/confirmation
Today we did a review crossword puzzle for the test and went over the topics on for the test. The test is on the following topics:
1. Handwriting Analysis
2. Case Study #1 - Lindbergh baby kidnapping/murder
3. Case Study #2 - JonBenet Ramsey murder
4. Chromatography
Use your notes, past quizzes, and crossword puzzle to study for the test ! Bring other work to do in class (quietly of course) if you finish early
Homework
Study for Test
Integrated Science
Today we finished the matter-stations activity and reviewed for the quiz tomorrow. The quiz is on all of Section 1.2, so the three note sheets given out and filled in in class.
Homework
Study for the Quiz & Review crossword puzzle
Reminders: Please continue to show good behavior and especially respect & effort in class. I notice :)
Period D: If you need science fair help come see me tomorrow afternoon. You really need a solid topic by now so you can write your research plan (2 pages double-spaced). I also need all paperwork by Tuesday 10/23 as my director will be coming in to collect paperwork for those projects that need further documentation/confirmation
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Forensics
Today we finished the chromatography lab. You should have handed in the sheet with the table on it and the question sheet at the end of class. Most of you did but I will not count it as late if you hand it in tomorrow. Tomorrow we will go over what is on the test Thursday and do a review activity. Those of ou that still need to make up the last test or the quiz from last week should try to get those done ASAP (then I can erase your name from the board too :) )
Homework
Start studying for the test & finish the lab
Integrated Science
Today we finished notes on section 2.1 about matter. I handed out a sheet that reviews what is on the quiz Thursday (all the notes from section 2.1). We will review for the quiz tomorrow with some review sheets and activities. We went to stations around the room and assessed household items and categorized them as certain kinds of matter. We will finish this activity tomorrow.
Homework
Worksheet on classifying matter
Period D: We will go to the library tomorrow to do some more science fair research and start on the research plan
Today we finished the chromatography lab. You should have handed in the sheet with the table on it and the question sheet at the end of class. Most of you did but I will not count it as late if you hand it in tomorrow. Tomorrow we will go over what is on the test Thursday and do a review activity. Those of ou that still need to make up the last test or the quiz from last week should try to get those done ASAP (then I can erase your name from the board too :) )
Homework
Start studying for the test & finish the lab
Integrated Science
Today we finished notes on section 2.1 about matter. I handed out a sheet that reviews what is on the quiz Thursday (all the notes from section 2.1). We will review for the quiz tomorrow with some review sheets and activities. We went to stations around the room and assessed household items and categorized them as certain kinds of matter. We will finish this activity tomorrow.
Homework
Worksheet on classifying matter
Period D: We will go to the library tomorrow to do some more science fair research and start on the research plan
Monday, October 15, 2012
Good afternoon. Here is everything that went on today.
Forensics
Today we started the chromatography lab. We tested different writing utensils to see the separation of the inks using chromatography paper. Tomorrow we will look at a check and look to see if it is a forgery using this same technique and comparing the inks to those we tested already so make sure you keep that sheet with you. Tomorrow we will also go over what is on the test on Thursday. Wednesday we will review for the test.
Homework
No Homework
Integrated Science
Today we took more notes on this section on matter. Today's notes were on mixtures and types of mixtures. We learned more vocabulary and filled out a vocab quiz to familiarize ourselves with the terms. Tomorrow we will finish noted, go over homework, and do a class activity. Tomorrow I will also finish out a sheet of topics for the quiz on Thursday on Section 1.2 (matter).
Period D: Remember to keep researching and preparing for science fair. On Wednesday we will go to the library to start the research plan (info sheet given out in class) and also continue researhcing. If you have individial questions please see me after school. It is difficult to sddress all of your individual concerns during classtime!
Homework
Finish the vocab sheet & Worksheet #'s 1-6 (We will finish this tomorrow !)
Forensics
Today we started the chromatography lab. We tested different writing utensils to see the separation of the inks using chromatography paper. Tomorrow we will look at a check and look to see if it is a forgery using this same technique and comparing the inks to those we tested already so make sure you keep that sheet with you. Tomorrow we will also go over what is on the test on Thursday. Wednesday we will review for the test.
Homework
No Homework
Integrated Science
Today we took more notes on this section on matter. Today's notes were on mixtures and types of mixtures. We learned more vocabulary and filled out a vocab quiz to familiarize ourselves with the terms. Tomorrow we will finish noted, go over homework, and do a class activity. Tomorrow I will also finish out a sheet of topics for the quiz on Thursday on Section 1.2 (matter).
Period D: Remember to keep researching and preparing for science fair. On Wednesday we will go to the library to start the research plan (info sheet given out in class) and also continue researhcing. If you have individial questions please see me after school. It is difficult to sddress all of your individual concerns during classtime!
Homework
Finish the vocab sheet & Worksheet #'s 1-6 (We will finish this tomorrow !)
Friday, October 12, 2012
Happy Friday ! Here is what went on today
Forensics
Today we watched an episode on CSI
Homework
No Homework
Integrated Science
Today we finished up notes on elements and compounds and went over examples of each for classwork. On Monday we will continue on with tis section by looking at mixtures and solutions. Test corrections were due today and I will not accept them late.
Homework
Look up an element and make up a small poster about it. I gave out the directions for this in class as well as an example. The poster should be the size of a piece of computer paper and colorful ! Include images ! All of the directions and criteria are on the handout
Have a fantastic weekend !
Forensics
Today we watched an episode on CSI
Homework
No Homework
Integrated Science
Today we finished up notes on elements and compounds and went over examples of each for classwork. On Monday we will continue on with tis section by looking at mixtures and solutions. Test corrections were due today and I will not accept them late.
Homework
Look up an element and make up a small poster about it. I gave out the directions for this in class as well as an example. The poster should be the size of a piece of computer paper and colorful ! Include images ! All of the directions and criteria are on the handout
Have a fantastic weekend !
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Good afternoon, here is everything that went on today !
Forensics
Today we finished up the documentary on JonBenet Ramsey. You should have handed in the question sheet that went along with the documentary. If you forgot hand it in tomorrow for only -5 points and not half credit (this is worth 20 pts classwork). We then started reviewing for the quiz tomorrow on Handwriting Analysis and the two case studies that go along with it (Lindbergh & Ramsey).
Homework
Study for Quiz & Crossword Puzzle
Today we finished up Mythbusters and you should have handed in your question sheet to me to check off. We then began looking at some of the vocabulary for Chapter 2 by defining terms, giving examples, and depicting the terms with images. Finish this for homework. You can access the information from teh book via the online book (you all got the access code a few weeks back that should have goen in your general question) or you can look up the words via an online dictionary or encyclopedia. I will be going over all of this in our notes but wanted to introduce you to the chapter and its concepts to start.
Homework
Finish Vocab sheet (4 terms - definition,example, image)
Period D: Also get Sci Fair packet signed !
Reminders
Freshman barbeque tomorrow ! The football team will be playing and there will be food: 3-5 pm
Extra Credit is due tomorrow - no late extra credit accepted - correct completion = +10% on quiz
Test Corrections are due Friday - see rules/procedure for this on the front whiteboard
*Absent students please be diligent about making up work and coming to see me if you are confused
Forensics
Today we finished up the documentary on JonBenet Ramsey. You should have handed in the question sheet that went along with the documentary. If you forgot hand it in tomorrow for only -5 points and not half credit (this is worth 20 pts classwork). We then started reviewing for the quiz tomorrow on Handwriting Analysis and the two case studies that go along with it (Lindbergh & Ramsey).
Homework
Study for Quiz & Crossword Puzzle
Today we finished up Mythbusters and you should have handed in your question sheet to me to check off. We then began looking at some of the vocabulary for Chapter 2 by defining terms, giving examples, and depicting the terms with images. Finish this for homework. You can access the information from teh book via the online book (you all got the access code a few weeks back that should have goen in your general question) or you can look up the words via an online dictionary or encyclopedia. I will be going over all of this in our notes but wanted to introduce you to the chapter and its concepts to start.
Homework
Finish Vocab sheet (4 terms - definition,example, image)
Period D: Also get Sci Fair packet signed !
Reminders
Freshman barbeque tomorrow ! The football team will be playing and there will be food: 3-5 pm
Extra Credit is due tomorrow - no late extra credit accepted - correct completion = +10% on quiz
Test Corrections are due Friday - see rules/procedure for this on the front whiteboard
*Absent students please be diligent about making up work and coming to see me if you are confused
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Hi Everyone. Here is what went on today in science class. Hope you enjoyed the three-day weekend!
Forensics
Today we watched a documentary on JonBenet Ramsey. There is a worksheet that goes along with this video (20 questions). I will collect the worksheet as we finish the documentary tomorrow and give you a few minutes to look over your answers. I will be checking it as a classwork grade but will be looking for the correct answers. On Thursday you will have a quiz on handwriting analysis so we will review for that tomorrow with a study guide and a crossword puzzle.
Homework
NONE
Integrated Science
Today we went over the test from Friday (C,E,D). Remember you can do quiz corrections on this test the same way you did quiz corrections for the last quiz which are due Friday 10/12 (see board in class for test corrections protocol). We then concluded our unit on Scientific Practices with an episode on Mythbusters which we will finish after notes tomorrow. Tomorrow we will start our unit on matter.
Homework
Work on test corrections if applicable (if you got lower than a 82%) & Extra Credit Graphs (C,E,G)
Period D - Read through the science fair paperwork and get signatures/keep researching
Reminders: Those that need to make-up tests/quizzes - Please do so as soon as possible
Freshmen - Freshmen Barbeque/Cook-out Thursday at 3:00 on the field !
Have a great day. Remember to please see me if you have any questions about anything
Forensics
Today we watched a documentary on JonBenet Ramsey. There is a worksheet that goes along with this video (20 questions). I will collect the worksheet as we finish the documentary tomorrow and give you a few minutes to look over your answers. I will be checking it as a classwork grade but will be looking for the correct answers. On Thursday you will have a quiz on handwriting analysis so we will review for that tomorrow with a study guide and a crossword puzzle.
Homework
NONE
Integrated Science
Today we went over the test from Friday (C,E,D). Remember you can do quiz corrections on this test the same way you did quiz corrections for the last quiz which are due Friday 10/12 (see board in class for test corrections protocol). We then concluded our unit on Scientific Practices with an episode on Mythbusters which we will finish after notes tomorrow. Tomorrow we will start our unit on matter.
Homework
Work on test corrections if applicable (if you got lower than a 82%) & Extra Credit Graphs (C,E,G)
Period D - Read through the science fair paperwork and get signatures/keep researching
Reminders: Those that need to make-up tests/quizzes - Please do so as soon as possible
Freshmen - Freshmen Barbeque/Cook-out Thursday at 3:00 on the field !
Have a great day. Remember to please see me if you have any questions about anything
Friday, October 5, 2012
Hi everyone. Apologies for not updating more often this week. Internet was not working at home a few days and it was a very busy week ! Regardless I will make sure I am more diligent about posting. I enjoyed meeting your parents last night as well ! Here is what went on today
Forensics
Class finished up the handwriting activity. Next week we will begin a new unit. Expect a quiz Tuesday or Wednesday on handwriting analysis.
Homework
No Homework
Integrated Science
All integrated science students had a Test today on Unit 1 which was composed of the scientific method, measurement, and graphing. We will begin the second unit on Monday, the properties of matter.
Homework
Students should finish up the thumb war activity packet. Make sure you fill out all of the information in the data collection portion, complete a graph, and answer all of the questions. You now have information on what to include in a conclusion so do the last question ! You will hand this in on Tuesday. Students can also work on the extra credit assignment which is due Thursday 10/11. For periods C&D you muct complete 2 graphs from the back table and period G must complete 1 graph. Accurate completion of this will increase your scientific method quiz grade by 10%.
Have a great 3-Day weekend ! Good job this week :)
Forensics
Class finished up the handwriting activity. Next week we will begin a new unit. Expect a quiz Tuesday or Wednesday on handwriting analysis.
Homework
No Homework
Integrated Science
All integrated science students had a Test today on Unit 1 which was composed of the scientific method, measurement, and graphing. We will begin the second unit on Monday, the properties of matter.
Homework
Students should finish up the thumb war activity packet. Make sure you fill out all of the information in the data collection portion, complete a graph, and answer all of the questions. You now have information on what to include in a conclusion so do the last question ! You will hand this in on Tuesday. Students can also work on the extra credit assignment which is due Thursday 10/11. For periods C&D you muct complete 2 graphs from the back table and period G must complete 1 graph. Accurate completion of this will increase your scientific method quiz grade by 10%.
Have a great 3-Day weekend ! Good job this week :)
Monday, October 1, 2012
Hello everyone. Here is everything that went on today.
Forensics
Today we started learning about handwriting analysis. We took notes in class and then started a two-part video about the kidnapping of Charles Lindbergh Jr. I apologize for the technical issues nothing was going right today ! Tomorrow we will finish this and continue on with handwriting analysis.
Homework
Start working on essay (you might not have enough info yet but start getting ideas) This is due on Thursday.
Integrated Science
Today we took a quiz on the metric system. Then we started notes on graphs and tables. Period D will begin graphs and tables tomorrow as today we just continued to discuss science fair. Tomorrow we will continue to discuss why and when you use certain graphs and do some graphing and chart- making group work. Remember there it a test on scientific method, metric system, and graphing on Friday and we will review this week. Binder checks will be during the test and I will let you know what I'm looking for in the next few days.
Homework
Period C,D,E: Find a graph in the media. It can be from a magazine, newspaper, online, or drawn(correctly) by you and about anything.
Period D you should just read the science far
Please continue to be conscientious about respect and effort in class !
Forensics
Today we started learning about handwriting analysis. We took notes in class and then started a two-part video about the kidnapping of Charles Lindbergh Jr. I apologize for the technical issues nothing was going right today ! Tomorrow we will finish this and continue on with handwriting analysis.
Homework
Start working on essay (you might not have enough info yet but start getting ideas) This is due on Thursday.
Integrated Science
Today we took a quiz on the metric system. Then we started notes on graphs and tables. Period D will begin graphs and tables tomorrow as today we just continued to discuss science fair. Tomorrow we will continue to discuss why and when you use certain graphs and do some graphing and chart- making group work. Remember there it a test on scientific method, metric system, and graphing on Friday and we will review this week. Binder checks will be during the test and I will let you know what I'm looking for in the next few days.
Homework
Period C,D,E: Find a graph in the media. It can be from a magazine, newspaper, online, or drawn(correctly) by you and about anything.
Period D you should just read the science far
Please continue to be conscientious about respect and effort in class !
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