June 09, 2011
Thursday, 6-9-11 Homework
English: The Outsiders end of book test is due Friday, 6-10-11. No late work will be accepted for this assignment.
Spelling/Vocabulary: none this week.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 17 all. Due Friday, 6-10-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Practice Workbook all. Due Friday, 6-10-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:12 PM
June 08, 2011
Wednesday, 6-8-11 Homework
English: The Outsiders end of book test is due Friday, 6-10-11. No late work will be accepted for this assignment.
Spelling/Vocabulary: none this week.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Finish practice test. Due Thursday, 6-9-11. Study for Chapter test on Thursday, 6-9-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 517 1-9. Due Thursday, 6-9-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:56 PM
June 07, 2011
Tuesday, 6-7-11 Homework
English: Finish Chapters 11 & 12 ofThe Outsiders. Answer the Chapter 11 & 12 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Wednesday, 6-8-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Note: The Outsiders end of book test is due Friday, 6-10-11. No late work will be accepted for this assignment.
Spelling/Vocabulary: none this week.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Chapter test review: Text 474-476. Do 2 problems from each of the following sections: 9.1 through 9.4 and 9.6 through 9.8; and Text 542-543: Do 2 problems each from the following sections: 10.2 and 10.5. Due Wednesday, 6-8-11. Study for Chapter test on Thursday, 6-9-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 515 10-17 and 516 26-28. Due Wednesday, 6-8-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 32 test on Wednesday, 6-8-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:30 PM
June 03, 2011
Friday, 6-3-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 10 of The Outsiders. Answer the Chapter 10 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Monday, 6-6-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-30-11:
trademark
imploringly
bewildered
surveyed
conviction
wistfully
indignant
mimicking
drawled
eluded
Spelling-vocabulary homework due dates:
Wednesday, 6-1-11: alphabetize list, break into syllables, note accents.
Thursday, 6-2-11: Look up definitions and parts of speech for each word. We will develop classroom definitions.
Friday, 6-3-11: Write a sentence for each word.
Monday, 6-6-11: Write each word 3X; spelling vocabulary test.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Review for Mastery, Practice A & C. (10.5 Area of Circles.) Due Monday, 6-6-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 510 6-16 all. Due Monday, 6-6-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:03 PM
June 02, 2011
Thursday, 6-2-11 Homework
English: Read to end of Chapter 9 of The Outsiders. Answer the Chapter 9 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Friday, 6-3-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-30-11:
trademark
imploringly
bewildered
surveyed
conviction
wistfully
indignant
mimicking
drawled
eluded
Spelling-vocabulary homework due dates:
Wednesday, 6-1-11: alphabetize list, break into syllables, note accents.
Thursday, 6-2-11: Look up definitions and parts of speech for each word. We will develop classroom definitions.
Friday, 6-3-11: Write a sentence for each word.
Monday, 6-6-11: Write each word 3X; spelling vocabulary test.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 79 all. (10.5 Area of Circles.) Due Friday, 6-3-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 436 all. Due Friday, 6-3-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:21 PM
June 01, 2011
Wednesday, 6-1-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 9 to p. 141 of The Outsiders. Answer the Chapter 9 questions (that correspond to the first 10 pages) and take careful notes for discussion. Due Wednesday, 6-1-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-30-11:
trademark
imploringly
bewildered
surveyed
conviction
wistfully
indignant
mimicking
drawled
eluded
Spelling-vocabulary homework due dates:
Wednesday, 6-1-11: alphabetize list, break into syllables, note accents.
Thursday, 6-2-11: Look up definitions and parts of speech for each word. We will develop classroom definitions.
Friday, 6-3-11: Write a sentence for each word.
Monday, 6-6-11: Write each word 3X; spelling vocabulary test.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Learn the formula for area of a circle. Due Thursday, 6-2-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 678-679, 1 exercise for each section including 12.1, 12.3, 12.4, 12.5. Due Thursday, 6-2-11. Study for chapter test covering Chapter 12.1, 12.3, 12.4 and 12.5 on Thursday, 6-2-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:07 PM
May 31, 2011
Tuesday, 5-31-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 8 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 8 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Wednesday, 6-1-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-30-11:
trademark
imploringly
bewildered
surveyed
conviction
wistfully
indignant
mimicking
drawled
eluded
Spelling-vocabulary homework due dates:
Wednesday, 6-1-11: alphabetize list, break into syllables, note accents.
Thursday, 6-2-11: Look up definitions and parts of speech for each word. We will develop classroom definitions.
Friday, 6-3-11: Write a sentence for each word.
Monday, 6-6-11: Write each word 3X; spelling vocabulary test.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 494-495 2-16 evens. Due Wednesday, 6-1-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 641-643 7, 19, 21-27. Due Wednesday, 6-1-11. Study for chapter test covering Chapter 12.1, 12.3, 12.4 and 12.5 on Thursday, 6-2-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:38 PM
May 26, 2011
Thursday, 5-26-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 7 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 7 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Tuesday, 5-31-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Finish PWB 489-490 if not done in class. Due Tuesday, 5-31-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 30 test on Tuesday, 5-31-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:56 PM
May 25, 2011
Wednesday, 5-25-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 6 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 6 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 5-26-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Writing: Santa Barbara field trip expository essay. Write a 5-paragraph essay about your best, most outstanding experience on the trip. What will you remember about the trip for a long time? Please word-process: 12 point Times Roman, double-spaced with 0.75" margins. A copy of the prompt can be found here.
Due dates:
Thursday, 5-26-11: Final copy, all drafts, and outline. Please staple the prompt on top of all papers.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 494-495 1-15 odds. Due Thursday, 5-26-11.Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 630 #3. Due Thursday, 5-25-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 30 Study Guide, questions 4-6 and timeline. Due Thursday, 5-25-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 11:50 AM
May 24, 2011
Tuesday, 5-24-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 6 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 6 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 5-26-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Writing: Santa Barbara field trip expository essay. Write a 5-paragraph essay about your best, most outstanding experience on the trip. What will you remember about the trip for a long time? Please word-process: 12 point Times Roman, double-spaced with 0.75" margins. A copy of the prompt can be found here.
Due dates:
Wednesday, 5-25-11: First draft to be edited in class
Thursday, 5-26-11: Final copy, all drafts, and outline. Please staple the prompt on top of all papers.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 76 all. Due Wednesday, 5-25-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Study for 12.4 Lesson quiz on stem & leaf plots, Wednesday, 5-25-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 30 Study Guide, terms & questions 1-3. Due Wednesday, 5-25-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:19 PM
May 23, 2011
Monday, 5-23-11
English: Read Chapter 5 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 5 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Tuesday, 5-24-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Writing: Santa Barbara field trip expository essay. Write a 5-paragraph essay about your best, most outstanding experience on the trip. What will you remember about the trip for a long time? Please word-process: 12 point Times Roman, double-spaced with 0.75" margins. A copy of the prompt can be found here.
Due dates:
Tuesday, 5-24-11: introduction & outline
Wednesday, 5-25-11: First draft to be edited in class
Thursday, 5-26-11: Final copy, all drafts, and outline. Please staple the prompt on top of all papers.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 464 1-23 odd. Due Tuesday, 5-24-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 488 all. Due Tuesday, 5-24-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:10 PM
May 16, 2011
Monday, 5-16-11 Homework
Middle School Field Trip: May 17-20, 2011
English: Read Chapter 5 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 5 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Tuesday, 5-24-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week.
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): None this week. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None this week. Math 7 notes here.
History: None this week.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:29 PM
May 13, 2011
Friday, 5-13-11
English: Read Chapter 4 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 4 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Monday, 5-16-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-9-11, with class-generated definitions:
bickering, v: having a petty quarrel or squabble
gingerly, adv: in a very careful or cautious way
impersonally, adv: in a way that shows no human feelings, sympathy, or warmth
irresistibly, adv: too strong to restrain or ignore
muttered, v: spoken in low, indistinct tones
nonchalantly, adv: in a coolly, unconcerned way
sagely, adv: in a wise way
sarcasm, n: a sneering, cutting, or caustic remark
sympathetic, adj: showing agreement, favor, or approval
unfathomable, adj: impossible to understand
Due Dates for Spelling/vocabulary homework are changed this week because of STAR Testing:
Wednesday, 5-11-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks
Thursday, 5-12-11: definitions for each word
Friday, 5-13-11: write a sentence for each word
Monday, 5-16-11: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 72 all (9.7 Angle Measures in Triangles) Due Monday, 5-16-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:03 PM
May 12, 2011
Thursday, 5-12-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 4 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 4 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Friday, 5-13-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-9-11, with class-generated definitions:
bickering, v: having a petty quarrel or squabble
gingerly, adv: in a very careful or cautious way
impersonally, adv: in a way that shows no human feelings, sympathy, or warmth
irresistibly, adv: too strong to restrain or ignore
muttered, v: spoken in low, indistinct tones
nonchalantly, adv: in a coolly, unconcerned way
sagely, adv: in a wise way
sarcasm, n: a sneering, cutting, or caustic remark
sympathetic, adj: showing agreement, favor, or approval
unfathomable, adj: impossible to understand
Due Dates for Spelling/vocabulary homework are changed this week because of STAR Testing:
Wednesday, 5-11-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks
Thursday, 5-12-11: definitions for each word
Friday, 5-13-11: write a sentence for each word
Monday, 5-16-11: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 71 all (9.6 classifying triangles) Due Friday, 12-13-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 485 all (12.3 Box & Whisker Plots). Due Friday 12-13-11. here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:18 PM
May 11, 2011
Wednesday, 5-11-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 4 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 4 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Friday, 5-13-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-9-11:
sympathetic
bickering
sarcasm
irresistibly
sagely
gingerly
unfathomable
nonchalantly
impersonally
muttered
Due Dates for Spelling/vocabulary homework are changed this week because of STAR Testing:
Wednesday, 5-11-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks
Thursday, 5-12-11: definitions for each word
Friday, 5-13-11: write a sentence for each word
Monday, 5-16-11: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:02 PM
May 10, 2011
Tuesday, 5-10-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 3 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 3 questions and take careful notes for discussion. NOTE DUE DATE CHANGE for STAR testing: Due Wednesday, 5-11-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-9-11:
sympathetic
bickering
sarcasm
irresistibly
sagely
gingerly
unfathomable
nonchalantly
impersonally
muttered
Due Dates for Spelling/vocabulary homework are changed this week because of STAR Testing:
Wednesday, 5-11-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks
Thursday, 5-12-11: definitions for each word
Friday, 5-13-11: write a sentence for each word
Monday, 5-16-11: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:10 PM
May 09, 2011
Monday, 5-9-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 3 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 3 questions and take careful notes for discussion. NOTE DUE DATE CHANGE for STAR testing: Due Wednesday, 5-11-11. A complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-9-11:
sympathetic
bickering
sarcasm
irresistibly
sagely
gingerly
unfathomable
nonchalantly
impersonally
muttered
Due Dates for Spelling/vocabulary homework are changed this week because of STAR Testing:
Wednesday, 5-11-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks
Thursday, 5-12-11: definitions for each word
Friday, 5-13-11: write a sentence for each word
Monday, 5-16-11: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:16 PM
May 06, 2011
Friday, 5-6-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 2 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 2 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Monday, 5-9-11. Complete list of questions for the novel can be found here.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday!
Spelling/Vocabulary template can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 477 1-28 all. Due Due Monday, 5-9-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 620 7-8. Due Monday, 5-9-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 27 test on Monday, 5-9-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:46 PM
May 05, 2011
Thursday, 5-5-11 Homework
English: The Pearl end of book test questions. Due Friday, 5-6-11.
Read Chapter 1 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 1 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Friday, 5-6-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-2-11, with class-generated definitions:
cleft, n: a v-shaped space or opening
collusion, n; a secret agreement, often for deceitful purposes
divert, v: to turn aside or distract
guttural, adj: a strange, unpleasant sound from the throat
lament, v: to mourn or regret
lethargy, n: drowsiness; being lazy, sluggish, or indifferent
monolithic, adj: huge or massive
monotonously, adv: in a tedious or unvarying way
petulant, adj: insolent or rude; impatient or irritated
trudged, v: walked laboriously or unwillingly
Spelling-Vocabulary Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 5-3-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 5-4-11: definitions & parts of speech.
Thursday, 5-5-11: write a sentence for each word. Use correct part of speech.
Friday, 5-6-11: Write 3X; Spelling-vocabulary test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 323 1-39 odds. Due Friday, 5-6-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 619 Calif. Standards Check #4. Due Friday, 5-6-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 27 Study Guide. Terms & Questions 4-5 & Timeline. Due Friday, 5-6-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:30 PM
May 04, 2011
Wednesday, 5-4-11 Homework
English: The Pearl end of book test questions. Due Friday, 5-6-11.
Read Chapter 1 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 1 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 5-5-11
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-2-11, with class-generated definitions:
cleft, n: a v-shaped space or opening
collusion, n; a secret agreement, often for deceitful purposes
divert, v: to turn aside or distract
guttural, adj: a strange, unpleasant sound from the throat
lament, v: to mourn or regret
lethargy, n: drowsiness; being lazy, sluggish, or indifferent
monolithic, adj: huge or massive
monotonously, adv: in a tedious or unvarying way
petulant, adj: insolent or rude; impatient or irritated
trudged, v: walked laboriously or unwillingly
Spelling-Vocabulary Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 5-3-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 5-4-11: definitions & parts of speech.
Thursday, 5-5-11: write a sentence for each word. Use correct part of speech.
Friday, 5-6-11: Write 3X; Spelling-vocabulary test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 121 1-31 odds. Due Thursday, 5-4-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 220 1-51 odds. Due Thursday, 5-4-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 27 Study Guide. Terms & Questions 1-3. Due Thursday, 5-5-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Challenges in Life Book Report. Due Tuesday, 6-7-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:02 PM
May 03, 2011
Tuesday, 5-3-11 Homework
English: The Pearl end of book test questions. Due Friday, 5-6-11.
Read Chapter 1 of The Outsiders. Answer Chapter 1 questions and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 5-5-11
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-2-11:
collusion
lethargy
lament
divert
monotonously
guttural
cleft
petulant
monolithic
trudged
Spelling-Vocabulary Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 5-3-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 5-4-11: definitions & parts of speech.
Thursday, 5-5-11: write a sentence for each word. Use correct part of speech.
Friday, 5-6-11: Write 3X; Spelling-vocabulary test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 70 all; Text 161 1-33 odds. Due Wednesday, 5-4-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 121 all. Due Wednesday, 5-4-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:42 PM
May 02, 2011
Monday, 5-2-11 Homework
English: The Pearl end of book test questions. Due Friday, 5-6-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-2-11:
collusion
lethargy
lament
divert
monotonously
guttural
cleft
petulant
monolithic
trudged
Spelling/vocabulary due dates:
Spelling-Vocabulary Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 5-3-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 5-4-11: definitions & parts of speech.
Thursday, 5-5-11: write a sentence for each word. Use correct part of speech.
Friday, 5-6-11: Write 3X; Spelling-vocabulary test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 61 5-35 odds. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11, Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 609 5-19 odd. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:01 PM
April 29, 2011
Friday, 4-29-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 69 all (9.4 Finding Angle Measures) Due Monday, 5-2-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:41 PM
April 28, 2011
Thursday, 4-28-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 6 of The Pearl and take careful notes for discussion. Due Friday, 4-29-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Review for Chapter test on sections 1.10, 8.2, 8.3 & 8.4 on Friday, 4-29-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 26 test on Friday, 4-29-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 06:16 PM
April 26, 2011
Tuesday, 4-26-11 Homework
English: Revise Homeless Bird essay. Due Friday, 4-28-11. Read Chapter 6 of The Pearl and take careful notes for discussion. Due Wednesday, 4-27-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 68 all. (9.3 Angle Relationships). Due Thursday, 4-28-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Math 7 Linear Equations Review, all. Due Wednesday, 4-27-11. Review for Chapter test on sections 1.10, 8.2, 8.3 & 8.4. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Chapter 26 Study Guide. Due Wednesday, 4-27-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 06:03 PM
April 25, 2011
Monday, 4-25-11 Homework
English: Revise Homeless Bird essay. Due Friday, 4-28-11. Read Chapter 6 of The Pearl and take careful notes for discussion. Due Wednesday, 4-27-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 68 all. (9.3 Angle Relationships). Due Thursday, 4-28-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 670 18-30 evens. Due Tuesday, 4-26-11. Review for Chapter test on sections 1.10, 8.2, 8.3 & 8.4. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Chapter 26 Study Guide. Due Wednesday, 4-27-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:59 PM
April 15, 2011
Friday, 4-15-11 Homework
HAPPY SPRING BREAK!
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:22 PM
April 14, 2011
Thursday, 4-14-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 434 1-23 odds all. (9.2 Measuring & Classifying Angles) Due Friday, 4-15-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:11 PM
April 13, 2011
Wednesday, 4-13-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 430 1-12 all. (9.1 Intro to Geometry) Due Thursday, 4-14-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 392 all. (8.4 Direct Variation) Due Thursday, 4-14-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:31 PM
April 12, 2011
Tuesday, 4-12-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 5 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Due Wednesday, 4-13-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 66 all. (9.1 Intro to Geometry) Due Wednesday, 4-13-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 407 5-12 all. (8.4 Direct Variation) Due Wednesday, 4-13-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:25 PM
April 11, 2011
Monday, 4-11-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 5 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Due Wednesday, 4-13-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Do 2 problems in each of the following sections: Text p. 370 & 372 for sections 7.1, 7.6, 7.7; and p. 418 & 419 for sections 8.1, 8.3, and 8.4 to review for chapter test. Due Tuesday, 4-12-11. Chapter test on Tuesday, 4-12-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 391 all. (8.4 Direct Variation) Due Tuesday, 4-12-11.Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:12 PM
April 08, 2011
Friday, 4-8-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 5 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Due Wednesday, 4-13-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text EP 14, 15, 16. Do 2 problems in each of the following sections: 7.1, 7.6, 7.7,8.1, 8.3, and 8.4 to review for chapter test. Due Monday, 4-11-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Graphing Packet, #1-10 (8.3 Slope and Y-Intercept.) Due Monday, 4-11-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 25 test--Geography & Settlement in Ancient Greece on Monday, 4-11-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:58 PM
April 07, 2011
Thursday, 4-7-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 5 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Due Friday, 4-8-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Spelling/Vocabulary word list, with class-generated definitions, for the week of 4-4-11:
curtly, adv: in a rude or abrupt manner
deftly, adv: nimbly or skillfully done
diffused, adj: scattered or spread out
essence, n: the basic, ultimate nature of a thing
infinitely, adj: unlimited, extending indefinitely
involuntarily, adv: unintentionally; without choice or control
reluctantly, adv: unwillingly or hesitantly
schemes, n: plans or designs, esp. crafty or secret ones
solemnly, adv: seriously, gravely or sedately
writhed, v: twisted or struggled as if in pain
Spelling-Vocabulary Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 4-5-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 4-6-11: definitions & parts of speech.
Thursday, 4-7-11: write a sentence for each word. Use correct part of speech.
Friday, 4-8-11: Write 3X; Spelling-vocabulary test.
Spelling-vocabulary template is here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 396-397 4-14 all. Due Friday, 4-8-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): 4.3 Review sheet, pages 1 & 2 (8.3 Slope and Y-Intercept.) Due Friday, 4-8-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 25 Study Guide--Geography & Settlement in Ancient Greece: Questions 3 & 4 plus timeline. Due Friday, 4-8-11. Study for Chapter 25 test on Monday, 4-11-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-3-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:00 PM
April 06, 2011
Wednesday, 4-6-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 4 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Due Thursday, 4-7-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Spelling/Vocabulary word list, with class-generated definitions, for the week of 4-4-11:
curtly, adv: in a rude or abrupt manner
deftly, adv: nimbly or skillfully done
diffused, adj: scattered or spread out
essence, n: the basic, ultimate nature of a thing
infinitely, adj: unlimited, extending indefinitely
involuntarily, adv: unintentionally; without choice or control
reluctantly, adv: unwillingly or hesitantly
schemes, n: plans or designs, esp. crafty or secret ones
solemnly, adv: seriously, gravely or sedately
writhed, v: twisted or struggled as if in pain
Spelling-Vocabulary Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 4-5-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 4-6-11: definitions & parts of speech.
Thursday, 4-7-11: write a sentence for each word. Use correct part of speech.
Friday, 4-8-11: Write 3X; Spelling-vocabulary test.
Spelling-vocabulary template is here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 62 (8.4 Sample Spaces) Due Thursday, 4-7-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): 4.1 Review sheet, pages 1 & 2 (8.3 Slope and Y-Intercept.) Due Thursday, 4-7-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 25 Study Guide--Geography & Settlement in Ancient Greece: terms & Questions 1 & 2. Due Thursday, 4-7-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Science Fiction Book Report. Due Tuesday, 5-4-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:00 PM
April 04, 2011
Monday, 4-4-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 4 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Due Wednesday, 4-6-11
Spelling/Vocabulary: Spelling/Vocabulary word list for the week of 4-4-11:
essence
schemes (n.)
infinitely
reluctantly
solemnly
curtly
deftly
writhed
involuntarily
diffused (adj.)
Spelling-Vocabulary Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 4-5-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 4-6-11: definitions & parts of speech.
Thursday, 4-7-11: write a sentence for each word. Use correct part of speech.
Friday, 4-8-11: Write 3X; Spelling-vocabulary test.
Spelling-vocabulary template is here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Finish RFM, Practice A & C (8.3 Experimental Probability)if not completed in class. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 389 all (8.3 Slope and Y-Intercept.) Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Geography Challenge Questions 1-8 in Interactive Notebook, p. 166-167. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:09 PM
April 01, 2011
Friday, 4-1-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 3 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Due Monday, 4-4-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New Spelling/Vocabulary word list Monday 4-4-11.
Spelling-vocabulary template is here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 392 7-17 odds. (8.3 Experimental Probability) Due Monday, 4-4-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 402 5-23 odds. (8.3 Slope and Y-Intercept.) Due Monday, 4-4-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 24 History test, Monday, 4-4-11. Chapter 24 Review Guide is here.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:02 PM
March 30, 2011
Wednesday, 3-30-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 2 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Due Friday, 4-1-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Spelling/Vocabulary word list for the week of 3-28-11, with class-generated definitions:
avarice, n: excessive wish for wealth; greed.
bulwark, n: a wall raised for defense
estuary, n: an arm of the sea meeting the lower end of a river
indigent, adj: poor or impoverished
mangroves, n: maritime trees or shrubs with dense roots
plaintively, adv: expressing sadness or sorrow; melancholy
poultice, n: a soft mass of material to soothe an injury
reassuring, adj: comforting or giving confidence to
semblance, n: outward appearance
subsequent, adj: following or succeeding; next
Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 3-29-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks, write 3
Wednesday, 3-30-11: definitions
Friday, 4-1-11: sentences, spelling/vocab test.
Spelling-vocabulary template is here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 60 all. (8.3 Experimental Probability) Due Friday, 4-1-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 24 History test, Monday, 4-4-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:18 PM
March 29, 2011
Tuesday, 3-29-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 2 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Due Friday, 4-1-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Spelling/Vocabulary word list for the week of 3-28-11, with homework due dates:
subsequent
plaintively
semblance
avarice
indigent
reassuring (adj)
poultice
bulwark
mangroves
estuary
Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 3-29-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks, write 3
Wednesday, 3-30-11: definitions
Friday, 4-1-11: sentences, spelling/vocab test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 384 1-15 all. (8.1 Intro to Probability) Due Friday, 4-1-11. 8.1 Lesson Quiz on Wednesday, 3-30-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 428 13-16 (8.2 Equations w/2 variables) Due Wednesday, 3-30-11. 8.2 Lesson Quiz on Wednesday, 3-30-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Chapter 24 Study Guide, Questions 4-6 and timeline. Due Wednesday, 3-30-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:33 PM
March 28, 2011
Monday, 3-28-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 1 of The Pearl. Take careful notes for classroom discussion. Be prepared to describe Kino physically and by character traits. Due Tuesday, 3-29-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Spelling/Vocabulary word list for the week of 3-28-11, with homework due dates:
subsequent
plaintively
semblance
avarice
indigent
reassuring (adj)
poultice
bulwark
mangroves
estuary
Homework Due Dates:
Tuesday, 3-29-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks, write 3
Wednesday, 3-30-11: definitions
Friday, 4-1-11: sentences, spelling/vocab test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice A&C (8.1 Intro to Probability) Due Tuesday, 3-29-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Reteaching 8.2 & 4 solve & graph problems. (8.2 Equations w/2 variables) Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 24 Study Guide, Terms and Questions 1-3. Due Tuesday, 3-29-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:48 PM
March 25, 2011
Friday, 3-25-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 59 (8.1 Intro to Probability) Due Monday, 3-28-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 396 20-22; PWB 387 7-10. Due Monday, 3-28-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:58 PM
March 24, 2011
Thursday, 3-24-11 Homework
English: Write the conclusion of your Homeless Bird essay. The first draft of the essay is due Friday, 3-25-11. Please word process: 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced, .75 inch margins. Staple first draft on top of paragraph drafts.
Essay web link: http://www.gc.maricopa.edu/English/essay/
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice C (7.7 Selecting Samples). Due Friday, 3-25-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 395 5a, b, & c; 396 6-11. Due Friday, 3-25-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:55 PM
March 23, 2011
Wednesday, 3-23-11 Homework
English: Write the third body paragraph of your Homeless Bird essay using the third piece of evidence listed in your introduction. Due Thursday, 3-24-11.
Essay web link: http://www.gc.maricopa.edu/English/essay/
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 360 4-12. (7.7 Selecting Samples). Due Thursday, 3-24-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 387 1-6 and 11-14. Due Thursday, 3-24-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Studhy for Chapter 21 Test, Thursday, 3-24-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:20 PM
March 21, 2011
Monday, 3-21-11 Homework
English: Write the first body paragraph of your Homeless Bird essay using the first piece of evidence listed in your introduction. Due Tuesday, 3-22-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 356-357 2-14 evens. (7.6 Population & Samples). Due Tuesday, 3-22-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 223 all. (1.10 Coordinate Plane) Due Tuesday, 3-22-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 21 study guide: Questions 5 & timeline. Due Tuesday, 3-22-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:26 PM
March 18, 2011
Friday, 3-18-11 Homework
English: Write the Introduction paragraph of your Homeless Bird essay using your thesis statement and the three pieces of evidence you will use to write the body paragraphs next week. Introduction Due Monday, 3-21-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 356 1-11 odds. (7.6 Population & Samples). Due Friday, 3-18-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 54 5-35 all. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 21 study guide: terms and Questions 1-4. Due Monday, 3-21-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:15 PM
March 17, 2011
Thursday, 3-17-11 Homework
English: Find 3 pieces of evidence to support your thesis statement about the role of tradition in Homeless Bird. Due Friday, 3-18-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Review for Mastery, Practice A&C (7.6 Population & Samples). Due Friday, 3-18-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:55 PM
March 16, 2011
Wednesday, 3-16-11 Homework
English: Write theme statement for Homeless Bird: one-sentence generalization on tradition. Due Thursday, 3-17-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 56 (7.6 Population & Samples) Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 666-668 Chapter test review: 1 exercise from each of the following sections: 6.1, 6.2, 6.4 through 6.8. Due Wednesday, 3-16-11. Chapter test Thursday, 3-17-11 on 6.1, 6.2, 6.4 through 6.8 & 7.7. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:09 PM
March 15, 2011
Tuesday, 3-15-11 Homework
English: Write theme statement for Homeless Bird: one-sentence generalization on tradition. Due Wednesday, 3-16-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice C (7.1 Mean Median Mode Range) Due Wednesday, 3-16-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 335-337 Chapter test review: 2 exercises from each of the following sections: 6.1, 6.2, 6.4 through 6.8. Due Wednesday, 3-16-11. Chapter test Thursday, 3-17-11 on 6.1, 6.2, 6.4 through 6.8 & 7.7. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:13 PM
March 14, 2011
Monday, 3-14-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 333-334 1-17 odds. (7.1 Mean Median Mode Range) Due Tuesday, 3-15-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 374-375 6-18 evens. (7.7 Simple & Compound Interest) Due Tuesday, 3-15-11. Chapter test Thursday, 3-17-11 on 6.1, 6.2, 6.4 through 6.8 & 7.7. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 19 History test on Tuesday, 3-15-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:47 PM
March 10, 2011
Thursday, 3-10-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 375 all. (7.7 Simple & Compound Interest) Due Friday, 3-11-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Interactive Notebook 131-134 if not done in class. Due Thursday, 3-10-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:05 PM
March 09, 2011
Wednesday, 3-9-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Study for test on Chapters 6.1, 6.2, 6.4 through 6.7 on Thursday, 3-10-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 372 1-2; 374 6-7; 379 44-46. Due Thursday, 3-10-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Interactive Notebook 131-134 if not done in class. Due Thursday, 3-10-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:44 PM
March 08, 2011
Tuesday, 3-9-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text EP12 (back of book) Chapters 6.1, 6.2, 6.4-6.7: do any 3 from each section. Due Wednesday, 3-9-11. Review for Chapter test. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 19 Study Guide. Finish Questions 3-4 and timeline. Due Wednesday, 3-9-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:55 PM
March 07, 2011
Monday, 3-7-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text EP10 (back of book) Chapters 6.1, 6.2, 6.4-6.7: do any 3 from each section. Due Tuesday, 3-9-11. Review for Chapter test. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 322 1-5 all; 7-17 odds. (6.8 Markup & Discount) Due Tuesday, 3-9-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 19 Study Guide. Terms & Questions 1-2. Due Tuesday, 3-9-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:58 PM
March 04, 2011
Friday, 3-4-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 322 46-52 all. Due Monday, 3-7-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 349 (6.8 Markup & Discount) Due Monday, 3-7-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:06 PM
March 03, 2011
Thursday, 3-3-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice C (6.7 Simple Interest.) Due Friday, 3-4-11. See Google site for notes on Simple Interest. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 318 16-34 odds (6.7 Finding Percent of Change) Due Friday, 3-4-11. See Google site for Powerpoint on Percent of Change. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 18 test on Friday, 3-4-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:36 PM
March 02, 2011
Wednesday, 3-2-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice A (6.7 Simple Interest.) Due Thursday, 3-3-11. See Google site for notes on Simple Interest. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 318 7-35 odds (6.7 Finding Percent of Change) Due Thursday, 3-3-11. See Google site for Powerpoint on Percent of Change. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 18 test on Friday, 3-4-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:21 PM
March 01, 2011
Tuesday, 3-1-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 50 all. (6.7 Simple Interest.) Due Wednesday, 3-2-11. See Google site for notes on Simple Interest. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 347 (6.7 Finding Percent of Change) Due Wednesday, 3-2-11. See Google site for Powerpoint on Percent of Change. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Chapter 18 Study Guide, Questions 4-5 and timeline. Due Wednesday, 3-2-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Autobiography Book Report. Due Tuesday, 4-5-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:10 PM
February 28, 2011
Monday, 2-28-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 322 38-45. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 313 5-21 odds. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. (6.6 Percents & Equations.) Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 18 Study Guide, Terms & Questions 1-3. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:20 PM
February 25, 2011
Friday, 2-25-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Finish Practice A&C: 6.6 Percent of Change. Due Monday, 2-28-11. Lesson Quiz on 6.6 Percent of Change on Monday, 2-28-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 345 all. (6.6 Percents & Equations.) Monday, 2-28-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 18 Study Guide, Terms & Questions 1-3. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:33 PM
February 24, 2011
Thursday, 2-24-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Review for Mastery 6.6 Percent of Change, all; Practice A&C: word problems only. Due Friday, 2-24-11. Lesson Quiz on 6.6 Percent of Change on Friday, 2-25-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Box Method sheet, p. 2 & 3, 15 problems. (6.5 Proportions and Percents.) Due Friday, 2-25-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:07 PM
February 23, 2011
Wednesday, 2-23-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text EP13 53-61 all. (6.6 Percent of Change) Due Thursday, 2-24-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 309 5-20 all. (6.5 Proportions and Percents.) Due Thursday, 2-24-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:16 PM
February 22, 2011
Tuesday, 2-22-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 11 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Due Wednesday, 2-23-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 310 2-20 evens. (6.6 Percent of Change) Due Wednesday, 2-23-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 343 all. (6.5 Proportions and Percents.) Due Wednesday, 2-23-11. Study for Lesson Quiz on 6.4 Fractions, Decimals and Percents on Wednesday, 2-23-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Preview 18 in Interactive Notebook and Prereading handout for Chapter 18 if not finished in class. Due Wednesday, 2-23-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 12:30 PM
February 18, 2011
Friday, 2-18-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 10 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Due Tuesday, 2-22-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Tuesday, 2-22-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 49 (6.6 Percent of Change) Due Tuesday, 2-22-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 17 Test on Tuesday, 2-22-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:44 PM
February 17, 2011
Thursday, 2-17-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 9 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 2-17-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 2-14-11:
devotions, n: acts of prayer or private worship
hesitantly, adv: reluctantly or indecisively.
huddled, v: curled up or crouched
impudent, adj: shamelessly bold; disregarding of others
inconspicuous, adj: not readily noticeable
kinship n: relationship
piety, n: dutifulness as in religion; devout
pittance, n: a small amount; a meager wage
refined, adj: well-bred; cultivated or cultured
sophisticated, adj: worldly wise; experienced or aware
Due dates for Spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-15-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 2-16-11: No class; Dave Nettell.
Thursday, 2-17-11: Definitions & parts of speech. (We will collaborate to develop class definitions.)
Friday, 2-18-11: Write a sentence for each word; write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 310 1-17 odds. Due Friday, 2-18-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 303 1-51 odds. Due Friday, 2-18-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 17 Test on Tuesday, 2-22-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:37 PM
February 16, 2011
Wednesday, 2-16-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 9 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 2-17-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 2-14-11:
impudent
kinship
pittance
refined
huddled
piety
devotions
hesitantly
inconspicuous
sophisticated
Due dates for Spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-15-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 2-16-11: No class; Dave Nettell.
Thursday, 2-17-11: Definitions & parts of speech. (We will collaborate to develop class definitions.)
Friday, 2-18-11: Write a sentence for each word; write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Memorize percent of change formula, and do the You-Try problems in the notes.(6.6 Percent of Change.) Due Thursday, 2-17-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 292 5-25 odds. Due Thursday, 2-17-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 17 Study Guide: Questions 3-4 and timeline. Due Thursday, 2-17-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:27 PM
February 15, 2011
Tuesday, 2-15-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 9 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 2-17-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 2-14-11:
impudent
kinship
pittance
refined
huddled
piety
devotions
hesitantly
inconspicuous
sophisticated
Due dates for Spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-15-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 2-16-11: No class; Dave Nettell.
Thursday, 2-17-11: Definitions & parts of speech. (We will collaborate to develop class definitions.)
Friday, 2-18-11: Write a sentence for each word; write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Memorize percent of change formula, and do the You-Try problems in the notes.(6.6 Percent of Change.) Due Thursday, 2-17-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 337 all. Due Wednesday, 2-16-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 17 Study Guide: Questions 3-4 and timeline. Due Thursday, 2-17-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:46 PM
February 14, 2011
Monday, 2-14-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 8 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Due Tuesday, 2-15-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 2-14-11:
impudent
kinship
pittance
refined
huddled
piety
devotions
hesitantly
inconspicuous
sophisticated
Due dates for Spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-15-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks.
Wednesday, 2-16-11: No class; Dave Nettell.
Thursday, 2-17-11: Definitions & parts of speech. (We will collaborate to develop class definitions.)
Friday, 2-18-11: Write a sentence for each word; write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 304 2-20 evens.(6.5 Solving Percent Problems.) Due Tuesday, 2-15-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 286-287 5-25 odds. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 17 Study Guide: Terms and Questions 1-2. Due Tuesday, 2-15-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:47 PM
February 11, 2011
Friday, 2-11-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 7 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Look for examples of metaphors & similes. Due Monday, 2-14-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday, 2-14-11.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice A & C + Review for Mastery sheets. (6.5 Solving Percent Problems.) Due Monday, 2-14-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 317 all. Due Monday, 2-14-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
A good website about Buddhism can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 06:03 PM
February 10, 2011
Thursday, 2-10-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 7 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Look for examples of metaphors & similes. Due Monday, 2-14-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 2-7-11, with class-generated definitions:
bazaar, n: a marketplace or area of shops.
elegance, n: refined grace; dignified manner.
gawky, adj: awkward or clumsy; ungainly.
insolent, adj: boldly disrespectful; rude or insulting.
pilgrimage, n: a journey to a shrine or holy place.
privileged, adj: having or enjoying benefits.
scandalized, v: shocked or offended by improper conduct.
shrewd, adj: clever or sharp in practical affairs; astute.
triumphant, adj: successful or victorious.
veranda, n: a roofed porch.
Spelling/Vocabulary template is here.
Due Dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-8-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks
Wednesday, 2-9-11: Definitions & parts of speech for each word. (We will agree on class definitions.)
Thursday, 2-10-11: Write a sentence for each word.
Friday, 2-11-11: Write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 48 all. (6.5 Solving Percent Problems.) Due Friday, 2-11-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
A good website about Buddhism can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:00 PM
February 09, 2011
Wednesday, 2-9-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 6 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Look for examples of metaphors & similes. Due Thursday, 2-10-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 2-7-11, with class-generated definitions:
bazaar, n: a marketplace or area of shops.
elegance, n: refined grace; dignified manner.
gawky, adj: awkward or clumsy; ungainly.
insolent, adj: boldly disrespectful; rude or insulting.
pilgrimage, n: a journey to a shrine or holy place.
privileged, adj: having or enjoying benefits.
scandalized, v: shocked or offended by improper conduct.
shrewd, adj: clever or sharp in practical affairs; astute.
triumphant, adj: successful or victorious.
veranda, n: a roofed porch.
Spelling/Vocabulary template is here.
Due Dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-8-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks
Wednesday, 2-9-11: Definitions & parts of speech for each word. (We will agree on class definitions.)
Thursday, 2-10-11: Write a sentence for each word.
Friday, 2-11-11: Write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
A good website about Buddhism can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:45 PM
February 08, 2011
Tuesday, 2-8-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 6 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Look for examples of metaphors & similes. Due Thursday, 2-10-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list for the week of 2-7-11:
elegance
bazaar
scandalized
triumphant
privileged
gawky
veranda
pilgrimage
insolent
shrewd
Spelling/Vocabulary template is here.
Due Dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-8-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks
Wednesday, 2-9-11: Definitions & parts of speech for each word. (We will agree on class definitions.)
Thursday, 2-10-11: Write a sentence for each word.
Friday, 2-11-11: Write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 320-321 do odd-numbered problems in sections 6.1, 6.2, and 6.4. Due Wednesday, 2-9-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Finish Benchmark Prep test if not finished in class. Due Wednesday, 2-9-11. Study for district assessment on Wednesday, 2-9-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 16 Test on Wednesday, 2-9-11.
A good website about Buddhism can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:05 PM
February 07, 2011
Monday, 2-7-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 5 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Look for examples of metaphors & similes. Due Tuesday, 2-8-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list for the week of 2-7-11:
elegance
bazaar
scandalized
triumphant
privileged
gawky
veranda
pilgrimage
insolent
shrewd
Spelling/Vocabulary template is here.
Due Dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-8-11: alphabetize list, syllables, accent marks
Wednesday, 2-9-11: Definitions & parts of speech for each word. (We will agree on class definitions.)
Thursday, 2-10-11: Write a sentence for each word.
Friday, 2-11-11: Write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 47 (6.4 Percent of a Number.) Due Tuesday, 2-8-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Do at least 4 exercises for each of the following sections in Extra Practice pages in back of Text: 2.1, , 4.7, 4.8, 9.5, 11.1 & 11.2. Study for district assessment on Wednesday, 2-9-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 16 Test on Wednesday, 2-9-11.
A good website about Buddhism can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:02 PM
February 04, 2011
Friday, 2-4-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 4 of Homeless Bird. Take notes for discussion. Due Monday, 2-7-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday, 2-7-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary template is here.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 300 10-25 all. (6.4: Percent of a Number) Due Monday, 2-7-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Practice Test, all. Due Monday, 2-7-11. Study for Unit test covering 9.5, 11.1 & 11.2 on Monday, 2-7-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 16 Study Guide, definitions & questions 4 & 5; complete timeline. Due Monday, 2-7-11.
A good website about Buddhism can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:21 PM
February 03, 2011
Thursday, 2-3-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 3 of Homeless Bird. Take notes, choose 3 quotes & explain their significance. Due Friday, 2-4-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 1-31-11, with classroom definitions:
auspicious, adj: favorable or promising
cunning, adj: skillful in deception; sly or crafty
defied, v: challenged the power; resisted or opposed boldly
dowry, n: the property a woman brings to her husband at marriage
embroider, v: to make a design on fabric with needlework
garland, n: a wreath or woven chain of flowers
procession, n: the act of moving along in a formal way
respectable, adj: worthy of esteem; proper
shuddered, v: shook or trembled from fear or disgust
sulky, adj: gloomy, dismal or sullen
Due dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-1-11: alphabetize list, break into syllables, note accent marks.
Wednesday, 2-2-11: definitions & parts of speech. (We will generate and agree upon definitions as a class.)
Thursday, 2-3-11: Write a sentence using each word.
Friday, 2-4-11: Write each word 3X; spelling & vocabulary test on 2-4-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary template is here.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Finish Practice Workbook 45 all if not finished in class; Text 290-291 2-28 evens. (6.2 Fractions, Decimals & Percents.) Due Friday, 2-4-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Unit test covering 9.5, 11.1 & 11.2 on Monday, 2-7-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 16 Study Guide, definitions & questions 1-3. Due Friday, 2-4-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:39 PM
February 02, 2011
Wednesday, 2-2-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 2 of Homeless Bird. Take notes, choose 3 quotes & explain their significance. Due Thursday, 2-3-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 1-31-11, with classroom definitions:
auspicious, adj: favorable or promising
cunning, adj: skillful in deception; sly or crafty
defied, v: challenged the power; resisted or opposed boldly
dowry, n: the property a woman brings to her husband at marriage
embroider, v: to make a design on fabric with needlework
garland, n: a wreath or woven chain of flowers
procession, n: the act of moving along in a formal way
respectable, adj: worthy of esteem; proper
shuddered, v: shook or trembled from fear or disgust
sulky, adj: gloomy, dismal or sullen
Due dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-1-11: alphabetize list, break into syllables, note accent marks.
Wednesday, 2-2-11: definitions & parts of speech. (We will generate and agree upon definitions as a class.)
Thursday, 2-3-11: Write a sentence using each word.
Friday, 2-4-11: Write each word 3X; spelling & vocabulary test on 2-4-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary template is here.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Finish Practice Workbook 45 all if not finished in class; Text 290-291 1-27 odds. (6.2 Fractions, Decimals & Percents.)Due Thursday 2-3-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 671 11 a-e; Text 676 1-18. Due Thursday 2-3-11. (Review of 9.5, 11.1 & 11.2) Unit test covering 9.5, 11.1 & 11.2 on Friday, 2-4-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:15 PM
February 01, 2011
Tuesday, 2-1-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 1 of Homeless Bird. Answer the 13 questions (p. 5 of packet) and fill out as much of character chart (p. 3 of packet) and pie chart (p. 6 of packet) as possible. Due Wendesday, 2-2-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 1-31-11:
embroider
dowry
auspicious
sulky
garland
defied
cunning
shuddered
procession
respectable
Due dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-1-11: alphabetize list, break into syllables, note accent marks.
Wednesday, 2-2-11: definitions & parts of speech. (We will generate and agree upon definitions as a class.)
Thursday, 2-3-11: Write a sentence using each word.
Friday, 2-4-11: Write each word 3X; spelling & vocabulary test on 2-4-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary template is here.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 44 all. (6.1 Intro to Percents.)Due Wednesday, 2-2-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 573 7-19 odds and 574 21-24 all. Due Wednesday, 2-2-11. (11.2 Pythagorean Theorem.) Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report. Due Tuesday, 3-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:12 PM
January 31, 2011
Monday, 1-31-11 Homework
English: Read Chapter 1 of Homeless Bird. Answer the 13 questions (p. 5 of packet) and fill out as much of character chart (p. 3 of packet) and pie chart (p. 6 of packet. Due Wendesday, 2-2-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 1-31-11:
embroider
dowry
auspicious
sulky
garland
defied
cunning
shuddered
procession
respectable
Due dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 2-1-11: alphabetize list, break into syllables, note accent marks.
Wednesday, 2-2-11: definitions & parts of speech. (We will generate and agree upon definitions as a class.)
Thursday, 2-3-11: Write a sentence using each word.
Friday, 2-4-11: Write each word 3X; spelling & vocabulary test on 2-4-11.
Spelling/Vocabulary template is here.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text EP11 (back of book) 36-40. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 465 all. (11.2 Pythagorean Theorem.) Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 15 history test on Tuesday, 12-1-11. Review guide is here.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:29 PM
January 27, 2011
Thursday, 1-27-11 Homework
No school Friday 1-28-11.
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Similar figures sheet, 1-26 all. Due Monday, 1-31-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 568 1-39 odds. (11.1 Square roots & irrationals.) Due Monday, 1-31-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 15 history test on Tuesday, 12-1-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:53 PM
January 26, 2011
Wednesday, 1-26-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 261 10-19 all. (5.6 Similar Figures & Proportions) Due Thursday, 1-27-11. Study for 5.6 Lesson Quiz on Thursday, 1-27-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 462 all. (11.1 Square roots & irrationals.) Due Thursday, 1-27-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 15 Study Guide. Questions 4-7 & timeline. Due Thursday 1-27-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:14 PM
January 25, 2011
Tuesday, 1-25-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 260 1-8 all. (5.6 Similar Figures & Proportions) Due Wednesday, 1-26-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 462 all. (11.1 Square roots & irrationals.) Due Wednesday, 1-26-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 15 Study Guide. Questions 4-7 & timeline. Due Wednesday, 1-26-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:03 PM
January 24, 2011
Monday, 1-24-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 247 1-25 odds. Due Tuesday, 1-25-11. 5.4 HW Quiz on Tuesday, 1-25-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 461 25-36 all. (9.5 Congruence) Due Tuesday, 1-25-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 15 Study Guide. Definitions & questions 1-3. Due Tuesday, 1-25-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:31 PM
January 21, 2011
Friday, 1-21-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice A&C Sheet (plus optional exercises for extra credit) (5.4 Solving Proportions.) Due Monday, 1-24-11, Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 415 all (9.5 Congruence) Due Monday, 1-24-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 13 test on Monday, 1-24-11. Review guide here.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:33 PM
January 19, 2011
Wednesday, 1-19-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice A&C (5.2 Rates). Due Thursday, 1-20-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Review for Chapter Test. Text 658, any 3 exercises from each sections 2.1-2.6 (total of 18 exercises) Due Thursday, 1-20-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 13 Study Guide. Definitions, Questions & Timeline. Due Thursday, 1-20-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:50 PM
January 18, 2011
Tuesday, 1-18-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 238 1-21 odds. (5.2 Rates). Due Wednesday, 1-19-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 371 all. (7.5 Solving 2-step inequalities.) Due Wednesday, 1-19-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:23 PM
January 14, 2011
Friday, 1-14-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 37 all. (5.2 Rates). Due Tuesday, 1-18-11.
Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 369 all. (7.4 Reasoning Strategy: write an equation.) Due Tuesday, 1-18-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 12 History test, Tuesday, 1-18-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:18 PM
January 13, 2011
Thursday, 1-13-11 Homework
English: Compare/contrast paragraph. Imitate the model paragraph by writing about 2 contrasting items of your own choice. Use transition words for compare and contrast, such as these or these.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 234 11-13 & 274 4 & 5. Due Friday, 1-14-11. 5.1 Lesson quiz on Ratios on Friday, 1-14-11.
Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Study for 7.2 Lesson quiz on Solving Multistep Equations, Friday, 1-14-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 12 History test, Tuesday, 1-18-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:03 PM
January 12, 2011
Wednesday, 1-12-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight.
Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 351 7-21 odds. Due Thursday, 1-13-11.Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 12 Study Guide: Questions 5-7 & timeline. Due Thursday, 1-13-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:21 PM
January 11, 2011
Tuesday, 1-11-11 Homework
English: Write a 2-paragraph compare-contrast on a subject of your choice using parallel structure. See handout for models. Due Wednesday, 1-12-11.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 234 1-10. (5.1 Ratios.) Due Wednesday, 1-12-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 365 all. (7.2 Solving Multistep Equations.) Due Wednesday, 1-12-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 12 Study Guide: Terms and Questions 1-4. Due Wednesday, 1-12-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:03 PM
January 07, 2011
Friday, 1-7-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 224 46-63 all. Due Monday, 1-10-11. Study for Chapter 4 test on Monday, 1-10-11. Test will cover Chapter 4.1-4.5, 4.7, 4.8. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 346 7-25 odds. (7.1: Solving 2-step equations) Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 11 History test on Monday, 1-10-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:22 PM
January 06, 2011
Thursday, 1-6-11 Homework
English: Write a show not tell paragraph that "undoes" the following cliche: I was in a state of shock. Focus on showing the feeling of being in shock about something rather than constructing an elaborate story. Due Friday, 1-7-11.
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Math 6 (Kloess): Text 222-223. Do any 3 exercises in each of the following sections: 4.1-4.5 (a total of 15 exercises.) Due Friday, 1-7-11. Study for Chapter 4 test on Monday, 1-10-11. Test will cover Chapter 4.1-4.5, 4.7, 4.8. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 113 8-36 evens. (2.10 Solving 1-step inequalities with multiplication & division.) Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 11 History test on Monday, 1-10-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:52 PM
January 05, 2011
Wednesday, 1-5-11 Homework
English: Write a show not tell paragraph that "undoes" the following cliche: This time, I knew I was in hot water. Focus on showing the feeling of being in trouble rather than constructing an elaborate story. Due Thursday, 1-6-11.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice A&C sheets (4.8 Dividing Decimals.) Due Thursday, 1-6-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 113 7-37 odds. (2.10 Solving 1-step inequalities with multiplication & division.) Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 11 Study Guide: Questions 4 & 5 plus Timeline. Due Thursday, 1-6-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:28 PM
January 04, 2011
Tuesday, 1-4-11 Homework
English: Write a show not tell paragraph that "undoes" the following cliche: They are as different as night and day. Focus on showing the difference between the two people, things, or situations rather than constructing an elaborate story. Due Wednesday, 1-5-11.
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Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 33, all. (4.8 Dividing Decimals.) Due Wednesday 1-5-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 251 all. Due Wednesday 1-5-11. 2.9 Lesson quiz on Solving 1-step Inequalities by adding and subtracting on Wednesday 1-5-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 11 Study Guide: Terms & Questions 1-3. Due Wednesday, 1-5-11.
Long-Term Assignments:
Mystery Book Report. Due Tuesday, 2-1-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Links to lists of Mystery books for middle schoolers can be found here and here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:47 PM
January 03, 2011
Monday, 1-3-11 Homework
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None tonight.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 32, all. (4.7 Adding, Subtracting & Multiplying Decimals.) Due Tuesday, 1-4-11. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 108 5-25 odds. Due Tuesday, 1-4-11. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Sports Book Report. Due Tuesday, 1-4-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:10 PM
December 14, 2010
Tuesday, 12-14-10 Homework
English:
Reading: Prepare for The Golden Goblet end of book test on Wednesday 12-15-10. Make sure your notes are complete for each chapter.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None tonight.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 30, all. (4.5 Dividing Fractions & Mixed Numbers.) Due Wednesday, 12-15-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 84 7-27 odds. Due Wednesday, 12-15-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Study Guide Chapter 10; questions 4 & 5 plus timeline. Due Wednesday, 12-15-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Sports Book Report. Due Tuesday, 1-4-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:43 PM
December 13, 2010
Monday, 12-13-10 Homework
English:
Reading: Prepare for The Golden Goblet end of book test on Wednesday 12-15-10. Make sure your notes are complete for each chapter.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None tonight.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 190 12-36 odds (4.4 Multiplying Fractions & Mixed Numbers.) Due Monday, 12-13-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 80 4-32 evens. Due Tuesday, 12-14-10. HW quiz on Chapter 2.3 Simplifying Algebraic Expressions on Tuesday, 12-14-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study Guide Chapter 10: Definitions & Questions 1-3. Due Tuesday, 12-14-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Sports Book Report. Due Tuesday, 1-4-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:09 PM
December 10, 2010
Friday, 12-10-10 Homework
English:
Reading: None tonight. The Golden Goblet end of book test on Tuesday 12-14 or Wednesday 12-15-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 12-6-10, with class definitions:
agitatedly, adv: in an excited or disturbed way.
callous, adj: lacking pity or mercy; unfeeling.
conviction, n: a belief or truth.
eloquent, adj: fluent, forceful or persuasive.
futile, adj: useless, hopeless, or ineffective.
gala, n: a festive occasion, festival or celebration.
homage, n: something given or done to show reverence.
plundering, v: robbing or despoiling.
restive, adj: hard to control, nervous or impatient.
serenity, n: calmness or tranquility.
Due dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
(This schedule is different because of the Asian Art Museum field trip on Wednesday, 12-8-10.)
Tuesday, 12-7-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Thursday, 12-9-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Friday, 12-10-10:: write a sentence for each word.
Monday: 12-13-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 190 13-35 odds (4.4 Multiplying Fractions & Mixed Numbers.) Due Monday, 12-13-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Sports Book Report. Due Tuesday, 1-4-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:35 PM
December 09, 2010
Thursday, 12-7-10
English:
Reading: None tonight.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 12-6-10, with class definitions:
agitatedly, adv: in an excited or disturbed way.
callous, adj: lacking pity or mercy; unfeeling.
conviction, n: a belief or truth.
eloquent, adj: fluent, forceful or persuasive.
futile, adj: useless, hopeless, or ineffective.
gala, n: a festive occasion, festival or celebration.
homage, n: something given or done to show reverence.
plundering, v: robbing or despoiling.
restive, adj: hard to control, nervous or impatient.
serenity, n: calmness or tranquility.
Due dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
(This schedule is different because of the Asian Art Museum field trip on Wednesday, 12-8-10.)
Tuesday, 12-7-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Thursday, 12-9-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Friday, 12-10-10:: write a sentence for each word.
Monday: 12-13-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 30 all. (4.5 Dividing Fractions & Mixed Numbers.) Due Friday, 12-10-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 80 5-23 odds. Due Friday, 12-10-10. (2.3 Simplifying Algebraic Expressions). Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Sports Book Report. Due Tuesday, 1-4-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:59 PM
December 08, 2010
Wednesday, 12-8-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 16. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in the chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Thursday, 12-9-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 12-6-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
eloquent-218
restive-207
agitatedly-208
gala-207
serenity-216 .
plundering-218
callous-217
homage-218
conviction-212
futile-211
Due dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
(This schedule is different because of the Asian Art Museum field trip on Wednesday, 12-8-10.)
Tuesday, 12-7-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Thursday, 12-9-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Friday, 12-10-10:: write a sentence for each word.
Monday: 12-13-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 28 all (4.3 Adding/Subtracting Mixed Numbers) Due Thursday, 12-9-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 76 5-25 odds. Due Thursday, 12-9-10. (2.2 Distributive Property). Study for 2.2 Quiz on Distributive Property, Thursday, 12-9-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Sports Book Report. Due Tuesday, 1-4-11. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:54 PM
December 06, 2010
Monday, 12-6-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 15. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in the chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 12-6-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
eloquent-218
restive-207
agitatedly-208
gala-207
serenity-216 .
plundering-218
callous-217
homage-218
conviction-212
futile-211
Due dates for Spelling/Vocabulary homework:
(This schedule is different because of the Asian Art Museum field trip on Wednesday, 12-8-10.)
Tuesday, 12-7-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Thursday, 12-9-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Friday, 12-10-10:: write a sentence for each word.
Monday: 12-13-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 178 29-47 odds.(4.2 Adding/Subtracting Fractions). Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 235 all. (2.2 Distributive Property). Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 9 test on Tuesday, 12-7-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:19 PM
December 03, 2010
Friday, 12-3-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 14. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in each chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Monday, 12-6-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list to come.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): PWB 27, all. Due Monday, 12-6-10. (Practice 4.2 Adding/Subtracting Fractions). Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 71, 9-21 odds. (2.1 Properties of Numbers). Due Monday, 12-6-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish study guide for Chapter 9. Study for Chapter 9 test on Tuesday, 12-7-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
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Posted by Mr. K at 04:52 PM
December 02, 2010
Thursday, 12-2-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 13. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in each chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Friday, 12-3-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-29-10, with class definitions:
chortle, n: gleeful laugh or chuckle.
civilities, n: courteous behavior or politeness.
conspiratorial, adj: secretive, unlawful or evil.
cubits, n: an ancient measure of length from the elbow to the fingertips.
dwindled, v: became smaller, decreased.
kindle, v: to ignite or start a fire.
laconically, adv: using few words; succinct or concise.
malice, n: a desire to hurt or see others suffer.
skullduggery, n: deception or trickery.
wager, v: to bet or gamble.
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 11-30-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 12-1-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Thursday: 12-2-10: write a sentence for each word.
Friday: 12-3-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Problem Solving 4.1: Estimating with fractions sheet, all. Due Friday, 12-3-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 233 all. (2.1 Properties of Numbers). Due Friday, 12-3-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Your name in hieroglyphs project. Due Friday, 12-3-10. A copy of the packet can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:12 PM
December 01, 2010
Wednesday, 12-1-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 13. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in each chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Friday, 12-3-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-29-10, with class definitions:
chortle, n: gleeful laugh or chuckle.
civilities, n: courteous behavior or politeness.
conspiratorial, adj: secretive, unlawful or evil.
cubits, n: an ancient measure of length from the elbow to the fingertips.
dwindled, v: became smaller, decreased.
kindle, v: to ignite or start a fire.
laconically, adv: using few words; succinct or concise.
malice, n: a desire to hurt or see others suffer.
skullduggery, n: deception or trickery.
wager, v: to bet or gamble.
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 11-30-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 12-1-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Thursday: 12-2-10: write a sentence for each word.
Friday: 12-3-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): PWB p. 26, all. Due Thursday, 12-2-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: Your name in hieroglyphs project. Due Friday, 12-3-10. A copy of the packet can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:57 PM
November 30, 2010
Tuesday, 11-30-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 12. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in each chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Wednesday, 12-1-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-29-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
laconically-173
conspiratorial-177
wager-175
chortle-186
malice-181
cubits-177
dwindled-194
kindle-169
civilities-191
skullduggery-177
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 11-30-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 12-1-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Thursday: 12-2-10: write a sentence for each word.
Friday: 12-3-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 275-277; at least 2 problems from each of the following sections: 5.1-5.4; 5.7-5.9. Due Wednesday, 12-1-10. Study for Chapter 5 test Wednesday, 12-1-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Your name in hieroglyphs project. Due Friday, 12-3-10. A copy of the packet can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:12 PM
November 29, 2010
Monday, 11-29-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 11. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in each chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Tuesday, 11-30-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-29-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
laconically-173
conspiratorial-177
wager-175
chortle-186
malice-181
cubits-177
dwindled-194
kindle-169
civilities-191
skullduggery-177
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 11-30-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 12-1-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Thursday: 12-2-10: write a sentence for each word.
Friday: 12-3-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 158-160. Do at least two problems from each section, 3.1-3.6; Study for Chapter 3 test on Tuesday, 11-30-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 325 all. 5.9 Quiz on Tuesday, 11-30-10. Study for Chapter 5 test Wednesday, 12-1-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Your name in hieroglyphs project. Due Friday, 12-3-10. A copy of the packet can be found here.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:23 PM
November 19, 2010
Friday, 11-19-10 Homework
Have a good break!
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapters 10 & 11. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in each chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Monday, 11-29-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list on Monday, 11-29-10.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Study for Chapter 3 test on Tuesday, 11-30-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Study for Chapter 5 test Tuesday, 11-30-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:40 PM
November 18, 2010
Thursday, 11-18-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 9. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in the chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Friday, 11-19-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-15-10, with class definitions:
admonishing: adj: cautioning, informing, or warning
austere, adj: severe or strict in manner.
belligerent, adj: aggressive, showing a readiness to fight or quarrel
contemptuously, adv: in a scornful disdainful way
diffidently, adv: in a shy or timid manner
diligence, n: constant, persistent effort; perseverance
menial, adj: servile, low, or degrading
pervading, adj: permeating or prevalent throughout
self-recrimination, n: the act of blaming or accusing yourself
wrought: v: shaped by beating or hammering
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 11-16-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 11-17-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Thursday: 11-18-10: write a sentence for each word.
Friday: 11-19-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 273 50-66. Due Friday, 11-19-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 9 Study Guide: Definitions & questions 1-4. Due Friday, 11-19-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:12 PM
November 17, 2010
Wednesday, 11-17-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 8. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in the chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Thursday, 11-18-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-15-10, with class definitions:
admonishing: adj: cautioning, informing, or warning
austere, adj: severe or strict in manner.
belligerent, adj: aggressive, showing a readiness to fight or quarrel
contemptuously, adv: in a scornful disdainful way
diffidently, adv: in a shy or timid manner
diligence, n: constant, persistent effort; perseverance
menial, adj: servile, low, or degrading
pervading, adj: permeating or prevalent throughout
self-recrimination, n: the act of blaming or accusing yourself
wrought: v: shaped by beating or hammering
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 11-16-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 11-17-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Thursday: 11-18-10: write a sentence for each word.
Friday: 11-19-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 148 15-33 odds. Due Thursday, 11-18-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 272 5-20 odds. Due Thursday, 11-18-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:19 PM
November 16, 2010
Tuesday, 11-16-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 8. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in the chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Wednesday, 11-17-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-15-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
diffidently-123
pervading-125
self-recrimination-127
diligence-129
menial -104
wrought-127
contemptuously-104
admonishing-130
austere-126
belligerent-108
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 11-16-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 11-17-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Thursday: 11-18-10: write a sentence for each word.
Friday: 11-19-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): 3.5 Review for Mastery/Practice C Sheet. Due Wednesday, 11-17-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 264 7-25 odds. (5.8 Solving Equations by Multiplying Fractions.) Due Wednesday, 11-17-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:36 PM
November 15, 2010
Monday, 11-15-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 7. Take careful notes. Find 2 quotes in the chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Tuesday, 11-16-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-15-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
diffidently-123
pervading-125
self-recrimination-127
diligence-129
menial -104
wrought-127
contemptuously-104
admonishing-130
austere-126
belligerent-108
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
Tuesday, 11-16-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 11-17-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Thursday: 11-18-10: write a sentence for each word.
Friday: 11-19-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook, p. 23; 3.5 Equivalent Fractions & Decmials. Due Tuesday, 11-16-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 323 all; 5.8 Solving Equations by Multiplying Fractions. Due Tuesday, 11-16-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 8 History test on Tuesday, 11-16-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:18 PM
November 12, 2010
Friday, 11-12-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 6. Take careful notes. Find 4 quotes in the chapter and explain why they are significant. Due Monday, 11-15-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-8-10, with class definitions:
brusquely: adv, in an abrupt or blunt way
chided, v: corrected or scolded
deigning, v: talked down to or condescended
extricated, v: freed from an entanglement or difficulty
gawking, v: staring or gaping stupidly
humiliating, adj: embarrassing; lowering pride or self-respect
ingratiating: adj charming, pleasing, agreeable
jocular, adj: characterized by joking
reproach, n: blame, rebuke, or shame
temerity, n: reckless disregard of danger
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
(This schedule is different because of the Veterans Day Holiday)
Tuesday, 11-9-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 11-10-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Friday, 11-12-10: write a sentence for each word.
Monday: 11-15-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 8 Study Guide: Complete the study guide--Questions & Timeline. Study for Chapter 8 History test on Tuesday, 11-16-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:36 PM
November 10, 2010
Wednesday, 11-10-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 5. Take careful notes, and be prepared for a class discussion. Due Friday, 11-12-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-8-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
humiliating-16
temerity-34
jocular-29
gawking-55
chided-55
brusquely-22
extricated-33
ingratiating-10
reproach-42
deigning-42
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
(This schedule is different because of the Veterans Day Holiday)
Tuesday, 11-9-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 11-10-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Friday, 11-12-10: write a sentence for each word.
Monday: 11-15-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 118-119 any 4 from each of the following sections: 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5; Text 158-159, 15-33 odds. Due Friday, 11-12-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 8 Study Guide: Definitions.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 12:56 PM
November 09, 2010
Tuesday, 11-8-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 5. Take careful notes, and be prepared for a class discussion. Due Wednesday, 11-10-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-8-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
humiliating-16
temerity-34
jocular-29
gawking-55
chided-55
brusquely-22
extricated-33
ingratiating-10
reproach-42
deigning-42
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
(This schedule is different because of the Veterans Day Holiday)
Tuesday, 11-9-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 11-10-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Friday, 11-12-10: write a sentence for each word.
Monday: 11-15-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): PWB 23 all, 3.4 Equivalent Fractions and Mixed Numbers. Due Wednesday, 11-10-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 260 6-25 evens. Due Wednesday, 11-10-10. 5.7 Quiz on Solving Equations by Adding or Subtracting Fractions on Wednesday, 11-10-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:08 PM
November 08, 2010
Monday, 11-8-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 4. Take careful notes, and be prepared for a class discussion. Due Tuesday, 11-9-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-8-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
humiliating-16
temerity-34
jocular-29
gawking-55
chided-55
brusquely-22
extricated-33
ingratiating-10
reproach-42
deigning-42
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
(This schedule is different because of the Veterans Day Holiday)
Tuesday, 11-9-10: alphabetize list, syllables, accents.
Wednesday, 11-10-10: definitions & parts of speech. (We will develop class definitions.)
Friday, 11-12-10: write a sentence for each word.
Monday: 11-15-10: write each word 3X; spelling/vocab test.
Spelling/vocabulary template sheet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 144 21-43 odds. Due Tuesday, 11-9-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 321 all. Due Tuesday, 11-9-10. 5.7 Quiz on Solving Equations by Adding or Subtracting Fractions on Tuesday, 11-9-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:33 PM
November 04, 2010
Friday, 11-5-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, Chapter 3. Take careful notes, and be prepared for a class discussion. Due Monday, 11-8-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday!
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 260, 7-21 odds. Due Monday, 11-8-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Death, Grief & Loss Book Report. Due Tuesday, 12-7-10. Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:18 PM
November 03, 2010
Wednesday, 11-3-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, p. 26-36. Take careful notes, and be prepared for a class discussion. Due Thursday, 11-4-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Class definitions for the week of 11-1-10:
adder: n, a venomous viper; a snake.
aghast: adj struck with terror, amazement, or horror; shocked
artisan: n, a skilled worker
beneficently: adv, in a way that is kind or charitable
crucible: n, a container for melting metal or other substances
fathom: v, to come to comprehend or understand
hewn: v, gave form or shape to; carved
ingrate: n, an ungrateful person
molten: adj, liquefied by heat; melted
revered: adj, worthy of honor or respect
servility: n, submissiveness or excessive desire to please
sibilant: adj, a sound resembling a hiss
speculative: adj, marked by questioning curiosity
surly: adj, irritable, rude, or bad-tempered
treacherous: adj, unreliable, untrustworthy.
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary assignments, week of 11-1-10:
Tuesday, 11-2-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday 11-3-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 11-4-10: Write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 11-5-10: Write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
A copy of the spelling/vocabulary template sheet is here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 138, 1-19 odds. Due Thursday, 11-4-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 245 11-21 odds. Also, do 25, 27, & 29 3 ways. Due Thursday, 11-4-10. Phil's Powerpoints on multiplying and dividing fractions can be found here and here. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 7 Study Guide: Questions 1-3 and timeline. Due Thursday, 11-4-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:19 PM
November 02, 2010
Tuesday, 11-2-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, p. 17-26 (to end of Chapter 1). Take careful notes, and be prepared for a class discussion. Due Wednesday, 11-3-10.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-1-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
molten -7
sibilant -10
adder -12
aghast -18
speculative -34
crucible -7
beneficently -8
revered -11
treacherous -15
surly -20
artisan -28
hewn -33
ingrate -36
fathom -9
servility -11
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary assignments, week of 11-1-10:
Tuesday, 11-2-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday 11-3-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 11-4-10: Write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 11-5-10: Write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
A copy of the spelling/vocabulary template sheet is here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 134, 18-34 evens. Due Wednesday, 11-3-10. 3.2 Quiz on finding Greatest Common Divisor on Wednesday, 11-3-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 240 6-13. Due Wednesday, 11-3-10. 5.3 Quiz on Adding & Subtracting Fractions on Wednesday, 11-3-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 7 Study Guide: definitions. Due Wednesday, 11-3-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:30 PM
October 29, 2010
Monday, 11-1-10 Homework
English:
Reading: The Golden Goblet, p. 7-17. Take careful notes, and be prepared for a class discussion.
Look here for help with unfamiliar words found in the novel: http://mssantobookclub.pbworks.com/
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 11-1-10, with page references from The Golden Goblet:
molten -7
sibilant -10
adder -12
aghast -18
speculative -34
crucible -7
beneficently -8
revered -11
treacherous -15
surly -20
artisan -28
hewn -33
ingrate -36
fathom -9
servility -11
Due dates for spelling/vocabulary assignments, week of 11-1-10:
Tuesday, 11-2-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday 11-3-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 11-4-10: Write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 11-5-10: Write each word 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
A copy of the spelling/vocabulary template sheet is here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 134, 21-35 odds. 3.2 Quiz on finding Greatest Common Divisor on Tuesday, 11-2-10. Memorize divisibility rules for 5, 6, and 8. Quiz on Tuesday, 11-2-10. Copy of divisibility rules here. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 311 all: Practice 5.3-Adding & Subtracting Fractions. Due Tuesday, 11-2-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:16 PM
October 28, 2010
Thursday, 10-28-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Write a show not tell paragraph for the following sentence: He looked guilty. Be sure that you do not use the telling sentence in your paragraph. Give your paragraph a creative title. Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Due Friday, 10-29-10.
Describe a place packet. One page minimum word processed; two page minimum handwritten double-spaced (skip every other line.) Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Final draft due 11-1-10 after peer editing. A copy of the packet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 134, #1-10 all. Due Friday, 10-29-10. Copy of divisibility rules here. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 234 20-27. Due Friday, 10-29-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Preview 7 and Prereading handout if not completed during class. Due Friday, 10-29-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 12:52 PM
October 27, 2010
Wednesday, 10-27-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Describe a place packet. One page minimum word processed; two page minimum handwritten double-spaced (skip every other line.) Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Final draft due 11-1-10 after peer editing. A copy of the packet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 130, #1-31 odds. Due Thursday, 10-28-10. Quiz on divisibility rules for 2, 3, and 4 on Thursday, 10-28-10. Copy of divisibility rules here. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 309 all. Due Thursday, 10-28-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 6 test on Thursday, 10-28-10. A copy of the Chapter 6 Review can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:38 PM
October 26, 2010
Tuesday, 10-26-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Write a show not tell paragraph for the following sentence: <The food at the party was incredible. Be sure that you do not use the telling sentence in your paragraph. Give your paragraph a creative title. Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Due Wednesday, 10-27-10.
Describe a place packet. One page minimum word processed; two page minimum handwritten double-spaced (skip every other line.) Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Final draft due 11-1-10 after peer editing. A copy of the packet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook p. 20 all. Due Wednesday, 10-27-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 229 5-33 odds. Due Wednesday, 10-27-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 6 test on Thursday, 10-28-10. A copy of the Chapter 6 Review can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:36 PM
October 25, 2010
Monday, 10-25-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Describe a place packet. One page minimum word processed; two page minimum handwritten double-spaced (skip every other line.) Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Final draft due 11-1-10 after peer editing. A copy of the packet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text EP4 & EP5 (Extra Practice pages in back of book), 2-44 evens. Due Tuesday, 10-26-10. Chapter 2 test on 2.1 to 2.5 on Tuesday, 10-26-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 226-227. Know definitions of multiples & least common multiple; what are two methods for finding LCM? Due Tuesday, 10-26-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study Guide Chapter 6, questions 4-6 & timeline. Due Tuesday, 10-26-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:30 PM
October 22, 2010
Friday, 10-22-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Describe a place packet. Complete senses worksheet & first draft. Due Monday, 10-25-10. One page minimum word processed; two page minimum handwritten double-spaced (skip every other line.) Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Final draft due 11-1-10 after peer editing. A copy of the packet can be found here.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 118-119. Do any 5 problems in each of the following sections: 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 & 2.5. Due Monday, 10-25-10. Chapter 2 test on 2.1 to 2.5 on Tuesday, 10-26-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 662 13-51 odds. Due Monday, 10-25-10. Chapter 4 test covering sections 4.3, 4.4, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 4.9 on Monday, 10-25-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:44 PM
October 21, 2010
Thursday, 10-21-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Write a show not tell paragraph for the following sentence: The math test was a killer. Be sure that you do not use the telling sentence in your paragraph. Give your paragraph a creative title. Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Due Friday, 10-22-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 96, 9-35 odds. Due Friday, 10-22-10. Chapter test Monday, 10-25-10. Math 6 notes here.
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Math 7 (Kloess): Text 218-219. Do any 3 problems from each of the following sections: 4.3, 4.4, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 4.9. Due Friday, 10-22-10. CMath 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 6 study guide: definitions & questions 1-3. Due Friday, 10-22-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:40 PM
October 20, 2010
Wednesday, 10-20-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Write a show not tell paragraph for the following sentence: The concert was disappointing. Be sure that you do not use the telling sentence in your paragraph. Give your paragraph a creative title. Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Due Thursday, 10-21-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook 16. OK to skip problems with multiplication or division. Due Thursday, 10-21-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 299 all. Due Thursday, 10-21-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Preview 6 if not completed in class. Due Thursday, 10-21-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:01 PM
October 19, 2010
Tuesday, 10-19-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Write a show not tell paragraph for the following sentence: I was very embarrassed. Due Wednesday, 10-20-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Finish 2.4 Practice A&C sheets, all. Due Wednesday, 10-20-10. 2.4 Quiz on Multiplying & Dividing Integers on Wednesday, 10-20-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 299 all. Due Tuesday, 10-19-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 5 Test on Wednesday, 10-20-10. A copy of the Chapter 5 Review can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 12:05 PM
October 18, 2010
Monday, 10-18-10 Homework
English:
Writing: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 90, 1-33 odds. Due Tuesday, 10-19-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 214 1-29 odds. Due Tuesday, 10-19-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 5 Test on Wednesday, 10-20-10. A copy of the Chapter 5 Review can be found here.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:36 PM
October 15, 2010
Friday, 10-15-10 Homework
English:
Writing: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 119 20-35. Due Monday, 10-18-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 219 54-61 all. Due Monday, 10-18-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Complete Chapter 5 Study Guide Questions 4, 5 and timeline. Due Monday, 10-18-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:52 PM
October 14, 2010
Thursday, 10-14-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Write a Show Not Tell paragraph for the following telling sentence: The party was great. Be sure that you do not use the telling sentence in your paragraph. Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Friday, 10-15-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice 2.3 A&C Subtracting Integers sheet, all. Due Friday, 10-15-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 208 2-24 evens. Due Friday, 10-14-10. 4.8 Quiz on Exponents & Division on Friday, 10-14-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 5 Study Guide: do Questions 1-3. Due Friday, 10-15-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:58 PM
October 13, 2010
Wednesday, 10-13-10 Homework
English:
Writing: Write a Show Not Tell paragraph for the following telling sentence: She has a fantastic personality. Be sure not to use the telling sentence in your paragraph. Please word process; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Due Thursday, 10-14-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 84, 5-33 odds. Due Thursday, 10-14-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 297 all. Due Thursday, 10-14-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 5 Study Guide: do definitions. Due Thursday, 10-14-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:46 PM
October 12, 2010
Tuesday, 10-12-10
English:
Writing: Write a Show Not Tell paragraph for the following telling sentence: The room was vacant. Be sure not to use the telling sentence in your paragraph. Please word process if possible; 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced. Due Wednesday, 10-13-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): PWB p. 14 all. Due Wednesday, 10-13-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 208 1-21 odds. Due Tuesday, 10-12-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 4 History Test on Wednesday, 10-13-10.
Chapter 4 History Links:
http://www.wsu.edu/%7Edee/MESO/MESO.HTM
http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/asbook03.html
British Museum site: http://www.mesopotamia.co.uk/menu.html
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:27 PM
October 11, 2010
Monday, 10-11-10 Homework
English:
Reading: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 78 2-44 evens. Due Tuesday, 10-12-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 203 6-32 odds. Due Tuesday, 10-12-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 4 History Test on Wednesday, 10-13-10.
Chapter 4 History Links:
http://www.wsu.edu/%7Edee/MESO/MESO.HTM
http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/asbook03.html
British Museum site: http://www.mesopotamia.co.uk/menu.html
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:15 PM
October 07, 2010
Thursday, 10-7-10 Homework
NO SCHOOL FRIDAY, 10-8-10
English:
Reading: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 78 1-31 odds. Due Monday, 10-11-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 203 1-31 odds. Due Monday, 10-11-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Complete Chapter 4 Study Guide questions and timeline. Due Monday, 10-11-10.
Chapter 4 History Links:
http://www.wsu.edu/%7Edee/MESO/MESO.HTM
http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/asbook03.html
British Museum site: http://www.mesopotamia.co.uk/menu.html
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 11:40 AM
October 06, 2010
Wednesday, 10-6-10 Homework
English:
Reading: Boy of the Painted Cave: Make sure you have notes for all chapters; study for end of book test by identifying types of conflict found in the novel with evidence, quotes, or passages. End of book test Thursday, 10-7-10. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here).
Math 6 (Kloess): 2.1 Practice A & C Intro to Integers. Due Thursday, 10-7-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 293 all. Due Thursday, 10-7-10. 4.6 quiz on Rational Numbers on Thursday, 10-7-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Chapter 4 History Links:
http://www.wsu.edu/%7Edee/MESO/MESO.HTM
http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/asbook03.html
British Museum site: http://www.mesopotamia.co.uk/menu.html
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 12:46 PM
October 05, 2010
Tuesday, 10-5-10 Homework
English:
Reading: Boy of the Painted Cave: Make sure you have notes for all chapters; study for end of book test by identifying types of conflict found in the novel with evidence, quotes, or passages. End of book test Thursday, 10-7-10. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here).
Math 6 (Kloess): PWB 12, all. Due Wednesday, 10-6-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 199 1-23 odds. Due Wednesday, 10-6-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 4 Study Guide: Definitions. Due Wednesday, 10-6-10.
Chapter 4 History Links:
http://www.wsu.edu/%7Edee/MESO/MESO.HTM
http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/asbook03.html
British Museum site: http://www.mesopotamia.co.uk/menu.html
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Humor Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Mr. K's Google site is here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:10 PM
October 04, 2010
Monday, 10-4-10
English:
Reading: Read Chapters 17 & 18 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for each chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here). Due Tuesday, 10-5-10. Work on completing notes for all chapters; end of book test Thursday, 10-7-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 72, #1-11. Due Tuesday, 10-5-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 62-63 all. Due Tuesday, 10-5-10. 4.4 Quiz on Simplifying Fractions Tuesday, 10-5-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Chapter 4 History Links:
http://www.wsu.edu/%7Edee/MESO/MESO.HTM
http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/asbook03.html
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 11:35 AM
October 01, 2010
Friday, 10-1-10
English:
Reading: Read Chapters 15 & 16 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for each chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here). Due Monday, 10-4-10. Work on completing notes for all chapters; end of book test Thursday, 10-7-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 61 5-33 odds. Due Monday, 10-4-10. Study for Chapter 1 test on Monday, 10-4-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 190 18-25 all & 32-43 all. Due Monday, 10-4-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 3 Study Guide: Questions 4-6 & Timeline. Due Monday, 10-4-10. Study for Chapter 3 test on Monday, 10-4-10. Guiding question: How did life change from the Paleolithic to the Neolithic age?
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 06:28 PM
September 30, 2010
Thursday, 9-30-10 Homework
English:
Reading: Read Chapter 14 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for the chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here). Find 1 or 2 examples of "showing" language. Due Friday, 10-1-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 58 Study Guide-Review, #1-4; then do any 2 questions in each section--1.2 exponents through 1.11 solving equations by multiplying, p. 58-60. Due Friday, 10-1-10. Study for Chapter 1 test on Monday, 10-4-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 289 all. Due Friday, 10-1-10. 4.3 Quiz on Prime Factorization & GCD Friday, 10-1-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Chapter 3 Study Guide: do definitions and Questions 1-3. Due Friday, 10-1-10. Guiding question: How did life change from the Paleolithic to the Neolithic age? Study for Chapter 3 test Monday, 10-4-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:05 PM
September 28, 2010
Tuesday, 9-28-10 Homework
English:
Reading: Read Chapter 12 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for the chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here). Due Wednesday, 9-29-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 49, #26-37. Due Wednesday, 9-29-10. Study for 1.10 Quiz on Solving Equations by Dividing, on Wednesday, 9-29-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 185, 22, 23, & 29-36 all. Due Wednesday, 9-29-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Sections 3.3-3.7 in Interactive Notebook, p. 22-26. Guiding question: How did life change from the Paleolithic to the Neolithic age? Due Wednesday, 9-29-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:02 PM
September 27, 2010
Monday, 9-27-10 Homework
English:
Reading: Read Chapter 11 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for the chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here). Due Tuesday, 9-28-10.
Writing: Write a diary entry from Tao's point of view (in Tao's voice) that explores his recent encounters with Graybeard. How does Tao feel about Graybeard's changing views about Tao becoming a cave painter? Chapter frame and journal entry due Tuesday, 9-28-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 49, #1-25 odds. Due Tuesday, 9-28-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 185, 1-27 odds. Due Tuesday, 9-28-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Preview 3 in Interactive Notebook. Be prepared to discuss your comic. Due Tuesday, 9-28-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 12:51 PM
September 24, 2010
Friday, 9-24-10 Homework
English: Read Chapter 9 & 10 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for each chapter using Chapter Frames. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here). Due Monday, 9-27-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): None tonight. Non required extra credit opportunity: Practice Workbook p. 9 all. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Finish Chapter Review. Due Monday, 9-27-10. Study for Unit 1 test on Monday, 9-27-10, covering Chapter 1.1, 4.2, 1.2-1.6, & 1.9. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:36 PM
September 23, 2010
Thursday, 9-23-10 Homework
English: Read Chapter 8 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for the chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here). Due Friday, 9-24-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text 45-46, #7-27 odds. Due Friday, 9-24-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 47, #9-29 odds & 48, #48-53. Due Friday, 9-24-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 2 History test, Friday, 9-24-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 12:59 PM
September 22, 2010
Wednesday, 9-22-10 Homework
English: Read Chapter 7 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for the chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here. Due Thursday, 9-23-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook p. 8, all. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Practice 4.4 sheet on subtracting integers, all. Due Thursday, 9-23-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Chapter 2 Study Guide. Due Thursday, 9-23-10. Study for Chapter 2 History test, Friday, 9-24-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:08 PM
September 21, 2010
Tuesday, 9-21-10
English: Read Chapter 7 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for the chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here. Due Thursday, 9-23-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook p. 8, all. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 221 all. Due Wednesday, 9-22-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: Finish Chapter 2 Study Guide. Due Thursday, 9-23-10. Study for Chapter 2 History test, Friday, 9-24-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:12 PM
September 20, 2010
Monday, 9-20-10 Homework
English: Read Chapter 6 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for the chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here. Due Tuesday, 9-21-10.
Writing: Show Not Tell HW Paragraph #2. Select one of the "tell" sentences and undo the cliche by creating an original situation and using as many sensory details as possible. Create a meaningful title and do not use the cliche in your paragraph. Be sure to word process your paragraph, double-spaced. (A copy of the instruction sheet can be found here.) Due Tuesday, 9-21-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text p. 34, #9-29 odds. Due Tuesday, 9-21-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 215 all. Due Tuesday, 9-21-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:21 PM
September 17, 2010
Friday, 9-17-10 Homework
English: Read Chapters 4 & 5 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes for each chapter using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here. Due Monday, 9-20-10.
Writing: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text p. 30, #1-31 odds. Due Monday, 9-20-10. Study for Quiz on 1.6 Writing Algebraic Expressions, Monday, 9-20-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): None tonight. Math 7 notes here.
History: Complete Reading Notes 2 for Chapter 2 in Interactive Notebook. p. 14-18. Due Monday, 9-20-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:04 PM
September 16, 2010
Thursday, 9-16-10 Homework
English: Read Chapter 3 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes using Chapter Frame. (A copy of the Chapter Frame can be found here.) Due Friday, 9-17-10.
Writing: Show Not Tell Homework Paragraph 1. Choose one "tell" sentence and turn it into a "show" paragraph. Please word-process your paragraph, double-spaced. (Show Not Tell sheet can be found here.) Be sure to give it a title. Due Friday, 9-17-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook p. 6, all. Due Friday, 9-17-10. Math 6 notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 27, 9-31 odds. Due Friday, 9-17-10. Math 7 notes here.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
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Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 12:58 PM
September 15, 2010
Wednesday, 9-15-10 Homework
English: Read Chapter 2 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes using Chapter Frame. Due Thursday, 9-16-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text p. 26, #4-28 evens. Due Thursday, 9-16-10. Study for 1.5 Quiz on Evaluating Algebraic Expressions, Thursday, 9-16-10. Math notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 59-60, 8-22 evens. Due Thursday, 9-16-10. Checkpoint Quiz on 1.1 through 1.4, Thursday, 9-16-10. Math notes here.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 11:24 AM
September 14, 2010
Tuesday, 9-14-10 Homework
English: Read Chapter 1 of Boy of the Painted Cave. Take notes using Chapter Frame. Due Wednesday, 9-15-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text p. 26, #1-19 odds. Due Wednesday, 9-15-10. Math notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 20 7-31 odds. Due Wednesday, 9-15-10. 1.4 Quiz on Integers & Absolute Value on Wednesday, 9-15-10. 1.1 through 1.4 Checkpoint Quiz Thursday, 9-16-10. Math notes here.
History: Study for Chapter 1 test on Wednesday, 9-15-10.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:56 PM
September 13, 2010
Monday, 9-13-10 Homework
English: None tonight.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text p. EP2 (back of book) Extra Practice Lesson 1.4 #26-40. Due Tuesday, 9-14-10. Math notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 211 all. Due Tuesday, 9-14-10. Math notes here.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
Gradebook Wizard Login Instructions can be found here.
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:34 PM
September 10, 2010
Friday, 9-10-10
English: Prepare for class discussion of Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry. Gather notes and be prepared to offer your opinions and insights into the novel. End of book test is scheduled for Monday, 9-13-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Problem Solving 1.4 sheet, #1-8. Correct multiplication ladder and write corrected facts 10 times. Due Monday, 9-13-10. Math notes here.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 209 all. Due Monday, 9-13-10. Study for 1.3 quiz on Writing & Evaluating Expressions, Monday, 9-13-10. Math notes here.
History: Finish Chapter 1 Study Guide. Answer questions on separate sheet. Due Monday, 9-13-10.
Documents:
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:21 PM
September 09, 2010
Thursday, 9-9-10 Homework
English: Prepare for class discussion of Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry. Gather notes and be prepared to offer your opinions and insights into the novel. End of book test is scheduled for Monday, 9-13-10.
Choose the book for your Fantasy Book Report & get it approved by Thursday, 9-9-10. Email your book's title & author to Mr. Kloess: mjkloess@yahoo.com. Book Report is due Tuesday, 10-5-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook p. 4, #7 and Text p. 22, #13-29. Due Friday, 9-10-10.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 207 all. Due Friday, 9-10-10. Study for 1.2 quiz on Order of Operations, Friday, 9-10-10.
History: None tonight.
Documents:
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:41 PM
September 07, 2010
Tuesday, 9-7-10 Homework
English: Prepare for class discussion of Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry. Gather notes and be prepared to offer your opinions and insights into the novel.
Choose the book for your Fantasy Book Report & get it approved by Thursday, 9-9-10. Book Report is due Tuesday, 10-5-10.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook p.3, #1-26. Due Wednesday, 9-8-10. Study for 1.3 quiz on Order of Operations, Wednesday, 9-8-10.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 180, #22-36 odds. Due Wednesday, 9-8-10. Study for 4.2 quiz on Exponents, Wednesday, 9-8-10.
History: Finish Geography Challenge 1, p. 4-7 in Interactive Notebook. Due Wednesday, 9-8-10.
Documents
The 2010-2011 Book Report List can be found here.
Fantasy Book Report Instruction Sheet & Rubric can be found here.
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:38 PM
September 03, 2010
Friday, 9-3-10
English: Prepare for class discussion of Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry next week. Gather notes and be prepared to offer your opinions and insights into the novel.
Math 6 (Kloess): Correct 1.2 quiz. Due Tuesday, 9-7-10.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text 180, #5-37 odds. Due Tuesday, 9-7-10.
Announcements: Bring in a composition notebook (not spiral bound!) for writing workshop.
Return signed Demerit & cell policy sheets.
For Puberty/HIV/AIDS Awareness sheets, return form ONLY if opting out.
Documents
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:32 PM
September 02, 2010
Thursday, 9-2-10 Homework
English: Prepare for class discussion of Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry next week. Gather notes and be prepared to offer your opinions and insights into the novel.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text p.16 #1-24. Due Friday, 9-3-10.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB finish p. 59 & 285 all. Due Friday, 9-3-10.
Announcements: Bring in a composition notebook (not spiral bound!) for writing workshop. Due Friday, 9-3-10.
Return signed Demerit & cell policy sheets.
Return First Day Survey by Friday, 9-3-10. A copy can be found here.
For Puberty/HIV/AIDS Awareness sheets, return form ONLY if opting out.
Documents
Ms. Viteri's El Alfabeto sheet can be found here.
Posted by Mr. K at 01:56 PM
September 01, 2010
Wednesday, 9-1-10 Homework
English: Prepare 2 to 3 minute summer reading book report presentation. Concentrate on presenting the essence of the book, not just a summary--think of the presentation as a commercial for your book. Use index cards to remind you of the major points. Your presentation should include the title, author, the essence (NOT a summary) of your book, and whether you would recommend your book and the reasons pro or con.
Math 6 (Kloess): Practice Workbook (PWB) p. 2, #1-26. Due Thursday, 9-2-10. Study for 1.2 quiz on exponents, Thursday, 9-2-10.
Math 7 (Kloess): Text p.6, #5-27 odds. Due Thursday, 9-2-10. Study for 1.1 quiz on variables & expressions, Thursday, 9-2-10.
Announcements: Bring in a composition notebook (not spiral bound!) for writing workshop. Due Friday, 9-3-10.
Return signed Demerit & cell policy sheets.
Return First Day Survey by Friday, 9-3-10. A copy can be found here.
For Puberty/HIV/AIDS Awareness sheets, return form ONLY if opting out.
Posted by Mr. K at 05:03 PM
August 31, 2010
Tuesday, 8-31-10 Homework
English: Prepare 2 to 3 minute summer reading book report presentation. Concentrate on presenting the essence of the book, not just a summary--think of the presentation as a commercial for your book. Use index cards to remind you of the major points. Your presentation should include the title, author, the essence (NOT a summary) of your book, and whether you would recommend your book and the reasons pro or con.
Math 6 (Kloess): Text p. 12, #1-9 & 11-20. Due Wednesday, 9-1-10.
Math 7 (Kloess): PWB 205, all. Due Wednesday, 9-1-10.
Announcements: Return signed Demerit & cell policy sheets.
Return First Day Survey by Friday, 9-3-10. A copy can be found here.
For Puberty/HIV/AIDS Awareness sheets, return form ONLY if opting out.
Posted by Mr. K at 02:49 PM
August 30, 2010
Monday, 8-30-10 Homework
Welcome Back!
English/Reading: Prepare 2 to 3 minute summer reading book report presentation. Concentrate on presenting the essence of the book, not just a summary--think of the presentation as a commercial for your book. Use index cards to remind you of the major points. Your presentation should include the title, author, the essence (NOT a summary) of your book, and whether you would recommend your book and the reasons pro or con. Due Tuesday, 8-31-10.
Posted by Mr. K at 04:10 PM
June 19, 2010
Summer Book Report and School Supplies Information for Fall 2010
A copy of the Summer Book Report instructions can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/summer-book-report
A copy of the School Supply List can be found here:
https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/school-supply-list
Have a great summer!
Posted by Mr. K at 06:11 AM
June 10, 2010
Thursday, 6-10-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Study for The Outsiders end of book test on Friday, 6-11-10.
Movie Permission Slips are due Friday, 6-11-10. We're watching The Outsiders on Monday, 6-14-10; students without permission slips will be assigned an alternate activity. Find a copy of the permission slip here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/documents
History: Study for Chapter 27 test Friday, 6-11-10. Earlier study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:29 PM
June 09, 2010
Wednesday, 6-9-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Study for The Outsiders end of book test on Friday, 6-11-10.
History: Study for Chapter 27 test Friday, 6-11-10. Earlier study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 05:32 PM
June 08, 2010
Tuesday, 6-8-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 12 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Wednesday, 6-9-10. End of book test on Friday, 6-11-10.
History: Finish Chapter 27 Study Guide & Asian Art Museum Reflection. Study for Chapter 27 test Friday, 6-11-10. Earlier study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 05:53 PM
June 04, 2010
Friday, 6-4-10
Math 7: Text 356 25-26. Due Monday, 6-7-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 592 4-11, Solving two-step equations. Due Monday, 6-7-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 9 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Monday, 6-7-10.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday.
History: Finish Chapter 27 Study Guide & Asian Art Museum Reflection. Both Due Monday, 6-7-10. Earlier study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:21 PM
June 02, 2010
Wednesday, 6-2-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 356 15-23, Two-step equations with fractions & decimals. Due Thursday, 6-3-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 556, 1-19 odds, Solving two-step equations. Due Thursday, 6-3-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 8 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Thursday, 6-3-10.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-31-10, with class definitions and spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
bewildered, adj: confused or puzzled completely
drawled, v: spoke with long or drawn-out vowel.
eluded, v: escaped the understanding or grasp of
gorged, v: ate greedily
hysterics, n : uncontrollable laughter or crying
imploringly, adv: to beg in an earnest or desperate way
indignant, adj: anger at unfairness or injustice
mimicking. v: mocking through imitation
radiates, v: to spread energy through personality or emotion
wistfully, adv: in a reflective, sad, or melancholy way
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday 6-1-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 6-2-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 6-3-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 6-4-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Earlier study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:22 PM
June 01, 2010
Tuesday, 6-1-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 356 15-23, Two-step equations with fractions & decimals. Due Wednesday, 6-2-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 556, 1-19 odds, Solving two-step equations. Due Thursday, 6-3-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 8 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Thursday, 6-3-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-31-10, with page references from The Outsiders and spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
imploringly-72
bewildered-81
hysterics-98
gorged-83
wistfully-82
indignant-80
mimicking-100
radiates-101
drawled-82
eluded-78
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday 6-1-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 6-2-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 6-3-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 6-4-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Earlier study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:56 PM
May 27, 2010
Thursday, 5-27-10 Homework
Math 7: Practice Workbook 498. Use textbook if you need help with terms. Due Tuesday, 6-1-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 7 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Tuesday, 6-1-10.
Writing: Make revisions to "My Special Place" and descriptive Essay "Out My Front Door." Format: 12 pt. Times Roman, double-spaced, 1-inch margins. Staple new copy to previous versions. Due Tuesday, 6-1-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-31-10, with page references from The Outsiders and spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
imploringly-72
bewildered-81
hysterics-98
gorged-83
wistfully-82
indignant-80
mimicking-100
radiates-101
drawled-82
eluded-78
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday 6-1-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 6-2-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 6-3-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 6-4-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Earlier study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 02:44 PM
May 26, 2010
Wednesday, 5-26-10 Homework
Math 7: Practice Workbook 198-199. Use textbook if you need help with terms. Due Thursday, 5-26-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 6 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Thursday, 5-26-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-24-10, with class definitions and spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Monday, 5-24-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Tuesday, 5-25-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Wednesday, 5-26-10: write one sentence for each word.
Thursday, 5-27-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
aloof, adj: indifferent, reserved, or cool in manner.
bootlegging, v: selling liquor illegally
contemptuously, adv: in a way that shows scorn or disdain
dumbfounded, v: made speechless by being shocked or surprised
elite: adj, part of a privileged or superior group
ornery: adj, mean, ill-tempered, or grouchy
resignedly, adv: in a hopeless manner
roguishly, adv: in a playful or mischievous manner
stammered, v: spoke haltingly with involuntary pauses
vaguely, adv: in an uncertain, indefinite or unclear way
History: Complete Chapter 24 Study Guide. Study for Chapter 24 test on Thursday, 5-25-10. Earlier study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 05:19 PM
May 25, 2010
Tuesday, 5-25-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 5 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Wednesday, 5-26-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-24-10, with class definitions and spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Monday, 5-24-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Tuesday, 5-25-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Wednesday, 5-26-10: write one sentence for each word.
Thursday, 5-27-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
aloof, adj: indifferent, reserved, or cool in manner.
bootlegging, v: selling liquor illegally
contemptuously, adv: in a way that shows scorn or disdain
dumbfounded, v: made speechless by being shocked or surprised
elite: adj, part of a privileged or superior group
ornery: adj, mean, ill-tempered, or grouchy
resignedly, adv: in a hopeless manner
roguishly, adv: in a playful or mischievous manner
stammered, v: spoke haltingly with involuntary pauses
vaguely, adv: in an uncertain, indefinite or unclear way
History: Complete Chapter 24 Study Guide. Study for Chapter 24 test on Thursday, 5-25-10. Earlier study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:02 PM
May 21, 2010
Friday, 5-21-10 Homework
Math 7: PWB p. 488. Due Monday, 5-24-10. 12.4 Mini Quiz on stem & leaf plots, Monday, 5-24-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 2.7 Problem Solving & Challenge. Due Monday, 5-24-10. 2.7 Mini Quiz on Equations in 2 Variables, Monday, 5-24-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 4 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Monday, 5-24-10.
Writing: Bring in writing notebook Monday, 5-24-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-24-10, with page references from The Outsiders and spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
aloof-8
resignedly-39
ornery-44
roguishly-22
elite-41
dumbfounded-42
vaguely-47
stammered-49
contemptuously-59
bootlegging-58
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Monday, 5-24-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Tuesday, 5-25-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Wednesday, 5-26-10: write one sentence for each word.
Thursday, 5-27-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 07:14 PM
May 20, 2010
Thursday, 5-20-10 Homework
Math 7: Finish Stem/Leaf Plot activity & Workbook 487, 12.4 Practice. Due Friday, 5-21-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 2.7 RFM, Practice A, B, & C--Equations in Two Variables. Due Friday, 5-21-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 4 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Monday, 5-24-10.
Writing: Second draft of Yosemite descriptive essay. Incorporate peer edits. Due Friday, 5-21-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-17-10, with class definitions and homework due dates:
bickering, v: arguing over something unimportant
gingerly, adv: with great care or caution
impersonally, adv: without showing emotion, sympathy, or warmth
irresistibly, adv: almost too tempting to be withstood
muttered, v: spoken in a low, barely audible voice
nonchalantly, adv: acting in a calm, unconcerned way; indifferent or not caring
sagely: adv: showing good judgment or wisdom
sarcasm, n: a sneering, cutting or caustic remark; gibe or jeer
sympathetic, adj: showing compassion or concern
unfathomable, adj: unable to be comprehended
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 5-18-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 5-19-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Thursday, 5-20-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 5-21-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:41 PM
May 19, 2010
Wednesday, 5-19-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 625 1-7. Due Thursday, 5-20-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 106 5-13. Due Thursday, 5-20-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 3 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Thursday, 5-20-10.
Writing: Write first draft of Yosemite descriptive essay from outline. Due Thursday, 5-20-10 for peer editing session on Thursday, 5-20-10. Second draft due Friday, 5-21-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-17-10, with class definitions and homework due dates:
bickering, v: arguing over something unimportant
gingerly, adv: with great care or caution
impersonally, adv: without showing emotion, sympathy, or warmth
irresistibly, adv: almost too tempting to be withstood
muttered, v: spoken in a low, barely audible voice
nonchalantly, adv: acting in a calm, unconcerned way; indifferent or not caring
sagely: adv: showing good judgment or wisdom
sarcasm, n: a sneering, cutting or caustic remark; gibe or jeer
sympathetic, adj: showing compassion or concern
unfathomable, adj: unable to be comprehended
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 5-18-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 5-19-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Thursday, 5-20-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 5-21-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 02:22 PM
May 18, 2010
Tuesday, 5-18-10 Homework
Math 7: Workbook 485-12.3 Practice; Box & Whisker Plots. Due Wednesday, 5-19-10. Study for 12.3 Mini Quiz on Box & Whisker Plots, Wednesday, 5-19-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Finish Coordinates Worksheets 2, 3, or 4 if not completed in class. Textbook 102, 29-47 odds plus 48; 103, 55-56. Due Wednesday, 5-19-10. Study for 2.6 Mini Quiz on the Coordinate Plane, Wednesday, 5-19-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 2 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Wednesday, 5-19-10.
Writing: Write first draft of Yosemite descriptive essay from outline. Due Thursday, 5-19-10. Peer editing session on Thursday, 5-20-10. Second draft due Friday, 5-21-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-17-10, with page references from The Outsiders and homework due dates:
muttered-5
sympathetic-8
unfathomable-10
irresistibly-10
gingerly-12
sagely-12
sarcasm-17
nonchalantly-25
bickering-26
impersonally-38
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 5-18-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 5-19-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Thursday, 5-20-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 5-21-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study for Chapter 19 test on Wednesday, 5-19-10. Read chapter & go over study guide. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 12:52 PM
May 17, 2010
Monday, 5-17-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight: Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Finish 2.6 RFM/Practice A, B, & C if not completed in class. Due Tuesday, 5-18-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 1 of The Outsiders & take detailed notes for class discussion. Due Tuesday, 5-18-10.
Writing: Complete brainstorm & outline for Yosemite descriptive essay. Due Tuesday, 5-18-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-17-10, with page references from The Outsiders and homework due dates:
muttered-5
sympathetic-8
unfathomable-10
irresistibly-10
gingerly-12
sagely-12
sarcasm-17
nonchalantly-25
bickering-26
impersonally-38
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 5-18-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 5-19-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Thursday, 5-20-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 5-21-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study for Chapter 19 test. Read chapter & go over study guide. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 02:56 PM
May 10, 2010
Monday 5-10 through Friday, 5-14
Middle School Field trip, Tuesday 5-11 through Friday 5-14.
Writing: On the Yosemite Field Trip, collect sensory impressions for descriptive essay. Focus on what you see, hear, touch, taste, and smell on the trip. Upon our return, you'll be writing descriptive essays about your time at Yosemite. Brainstorming session on Monday, 5-17-10.
Posted by Mr. K at 03:59 PM
May 07, 2010
Friday, 5-7-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 102, 1-21. Due Monday. 5-10-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: None tonight.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
History: Finish Reading Notes Chapter 19 in Interactive Notebook (except Processing; Finish Study Guide for Chapter 19: Terms, essential questions, and timeline. Due Monday, 5-10-10. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:12 PM
May 06, 2010
Thursday, 5-6-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight: STAR Testing. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight: STAR Testing. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: None tonight.
Writing: Revise descriptive paragraph incorporating peer edits. Format: 12 point Times Roman, double-spaced, 1-inch margins. Due Friday, 5-7-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-3-10, with class definitions and homework due dates:
alms, n: gifts to the poor
ascetic: n: a person who gives up worldly pleasures
bestow: v: to give or present as a gift
elation: n: a state of great joy or pride
forbade: v: ruled against, not permitted, prohibited
gallantry: n, courageous behavior; heroic courage
rapturous: adj: carried away by joyful feeling
ravaged: v: destroyed or ruined
remorseless: adj: without regret or guilt; cruel
stately: adj: imposing, dignified, or majestic; grand
throng: n: a large crowd of people
treason: n: a betrayal of one’s country
unsuitable: adj; inappropriate, unbecoming
urgent: adj: calling for immediate action; insistent
vigorous: adj: strong, healthy, energetic; robust
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 5-4-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 5-5-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Thursday, 5-6-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 5-7-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:23 PM
May 05, 2010
Wednesday, 5-5-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight: STAR Testing. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight: STAR Testing. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: None tonight.
Writing: Write a descriptive paragraph about what you see when you walk out of the front door of your house. Be sure to use rich sensory words. What do you see, hear, feel, touch, taste, smell? Refer to the Edward Hoagland or Anne Fadiman pieces from Wednesday's class for examples of good, rich descriptive language. Due Thursday, 5-6-10.
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-3-10, with class definitions and homework due dates:
alms, n: gifts to the poor
ascetic: n: a person who gives up worldly pleasures
bestow: v: to give or present as a gift
elation: n: a state of great joy or pride
forbade: v: ruled against, not permitted, prohibited
gallantry: n, courageous behavior; heroic courage
rapturous: adj: carried away by joyful feeling
ravaged: v: destroyed or ruined
remorseless: adj: without regret or guilt; cruel
stately: adj: imposing, dignified, or majestic; grand
throng: n: a large crowd of people
treason: n: a betrayal of one’s country
unsuitable: adj; inappropriate, unbecoming
urgent: adj: calling for immediate action; insistent
vigorous: adj: strong, healthy, energetic; robust
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 5-4-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 5-5-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Thursday, 5-6-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 5-7-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 02:58 PM
May 04, 2010
Tuesday, 5-4-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight: STAR Testing. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight: STAR Testing. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: None tonight.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-3-10, with page references from History text and Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and homework due dates:
rapturous-270
gallantry-275
bestow-275
vigorous-275
stately-279
remorseless-255
ravaged-250
elation-251
unsuitable-265
throng-279
urgent-259
forbade-267
treason-254
ascetic-H156
alms-H157
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 5-4-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 5-5-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Thursday, 5-6-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 5-7-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study for Chapter 16 test on Wednesday, 5-5-10. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:29 PM
May 03, 2010
Monday, 5-3-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight: STAR Testing. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight: STAR Testing. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: None tonight.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 5-3-10, with page references from History text and Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and homework due dates:
rapturous-270
gallantry-275
bestow-275
vigorous-275
stately-279
remorseless-255
ravaged-250
elation-251
unsuitable-265
throng-279
urgent-259
forbade-267
treason-254
ascetic-H156
alms-H157
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 5-4-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 5-5-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Thursday, 5-6-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 5-7-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Complete Processing 16 in Interactive Notebook. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 6-17-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 05:09 PM
April 30, 2010
Friday, 4-30-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 680-698. Do a minimum of 10 problems in an area you need review. 3 Extra Credit points. Due Monday, 5-3-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: MG 1.1, 2.2 Review. Due Monday, 5-3-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: None tonight.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 4-26-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, class definitions, and homework due dates:
adroit-266, adj: clever or skillful; nimble
anteroom-265, n: waiting room
bedraggled-258 adj: dirty or disheveled
detachment-264, n: a unit of soldiers
devise-250, v: contrive, plan, or invent
faction-264, n: a dissenting clique
feigning-265, v: pretending, imitating, or simulating
incorruptible-269, adj: not evil, depraved, or dishonest
inundation-270, n: flooded or engulfed
pandemonium-269, n: confusion, wild uproar, noisy chaos
populace-264, n: the common people or masses; the public
quenched-250, v: overcame, subdued, or suppressed; extinguished
relentless-255, adj: ruthless, harsh, or persistent
rhythmic-248, adj: with a regular beat or pattern
spangled-259, adj: covered or decorated with bright objects
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 4-27-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 4-28-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Friday, 4-30-10: write one sentence for each word.
Monday, 5-3-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 06:22 PM
April 28, 2010
Wednesday, 4-28-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 620, 10-14. Due Friday, 4-30-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Finish AF 1.1 Review. Due Friday, 4-30-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Review notes for Mara, Daughter of the Nile and complete the question packet. End of book test Friday, 4-30-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 4-26-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, class definitions, and homework due dates:
adroit-266, adj: clever or skillful; nimble
anteroom-265, n: waiting room
bedraggled-258 adj: dirty or disheveled
detachment-264, n: a unit of soldiers
devise-250, v: contrive, plan, or invent
faction-264, n: a dissenting clique
feigning-265, v: pretending, imitating, or simulating
incorruptible-269, adj: not evil, depraved, or dishonest
inundation-270, n: flooded or engulfed
pandemonium-269, n: confusion, wild uproar, noisy chaos
populace-264, n: the common people or masses; the public
quenched-250, v: overcame, subdued, or suppressed; extinguished
relentless-255, adj: ruthless, harsh, or persistent
rhythmic-248, adj: with a regular beat or pattern
spangled-259, adj: covered or decorated with bright objects
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 4-27-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 4-28-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Friday, 4-30-10: write one sentence for each word.
Monday, 5-3-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 05:15 PM
April 27, 2010
Tuesday, 4-27-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 620, 1-6. Due Wednesday, 4-28-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 121 7-21 odds; Text 161 1-13 all. Due Wednesday, 4-28-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Review notes for Mara, Daughter of the Nile and complete the question packet. End of book test Friday, 4-30-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 4-26-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile and homework due dates:
rhythmic-248
quenched-250
devise-250
relentless-255
bedraggled-258
spangled-259
detachment-264
faction-264
populace-264
feigning-265
anteroom-265
adroit-266
incorruptible-269
inundation-270
pandemonium-269
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 4-27-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 4-28-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.
Friday, 4-30-10: write one sentence for each word.
Monday, 5-3-10. Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 01:26 PM
April 23, 2010
Friday, 4-23-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 404 Checkpoint Quiz, 1-9. Extra credit opportunity. Due Monday, 4-26-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Finish End of Year Review test. Due Monday, 4-26-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapters 24 & 25 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile take notes, and answer questions in the packet. Due Monday, 4-26-10. End of book test will be later in the week of 4-26, schedule to be determined.
Writing: Complete first draft of "My Special Place" expository essay. Due Monday, 4-26-10. Peer editing session on 4-26.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week due to Book Report Presentations & district Process Writing Assessment.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 06:14 PM
April 22, 2010
Thursday, 4-22-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 407 1-7 (Direct Variation). Due Friday, 4-23-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Finish Mid-Year Review, 11-27. Due Friday, 4-23-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapters 24 & 25 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile take notes, and answer questions in the packet for Monday, 4-26-10. End of book test will be later in the week of 4-26, schedule to be determined.
Writing: Complete first draft of "My Special Place" expository essay. Due Monday, 4-26-10. Peer editing session on 4-26.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week due to Book Report Presentations & district Process Writing Assessment.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:45 PM
April 21, 2010
Wednesday, 4-21-10 Homework
Math 7: 11.4 Practice sheet all, except 14-17. Due Thursday, 4-22-10. Study for Mini Quiz on 8.3 (Slope & Y-Intercept) on Thursday, 4-22-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 494-495 12-17. Due Thursday, 4-22-10. Study for 10.2 Mini Quiz (Circles and Circumference)on Thursday, 4-22-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Prepare for Chapter 23 discussion on Mara, Daughter of the Nile on Thursday 4-22-10. Read Chapters 24 & 25, take notes, and answer questions in the packet for Monday, 4-26-10. End of book test will be later in the week of 4-26, schedule to be determined.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week due to Book Report Presentations & district Process Writing Assessment.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 12:20 PM
April 20, 2010
Tuesday, 4-20-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 403 31-39. Due Wednesday, 4-21-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 494 1-9. Due Wednesday, 4-21-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Practice How-To Book Report Presentations!
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week due to Book Report Presentations & district Process Writing Assessment.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:22 PM
April 19, 2010
Monday, 4-19-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 402-403: 13-19 odds; 23 & 24; 27-30. Due Tuesday, 4-20-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 10.5 Practice A&C (Area of a Circle). Due Tuesday, 4-20-10. Study for Mini Quiz on 10.5 Area of a Circle, Tuesday, 4-20-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Practice How-To Book Report Presentations!
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: None this week due to Book Report Presentations & district Process Writing Assessment.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:46 PM
April 16, 2010
Friday, 4-16-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 402 1-9. Due Monday, 4-19-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 10.5 RFM/Practice (Area of a Circle) Due Monday, 4-19-10. Study for Mini Quiz on 9.8 Classifying Quadrilaterals on Monday, 4-19-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Practice How-To Book Report Presentations!
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:59 PM
April 14, 2010
Wednesday, 4-14-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight.
Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 9.8 Practice A&C (Classifying Quadrilaterals) Due Thursday, 4-15-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Practice How-To Book Report Presentations!
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 4-12-10, with class definitions and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
abruptly, adv: suddenly or unexpectedly
bewilderment, n; a confused state; befuddled
burnished, v: made tan by the sun; polished
cobalt, adj: a dark blue color
disconsolately, adv: in a dejected, unhappy way
engulfed, v: swallowed up or submerged
exacted, v: demanded or required
feebly, adv: in a weak or ineffective way
fundamental, adj: basic, essential
furtively, adv: in a sly or shifty way
gunwale, n: the upper edge of a ship or boat
imperceptibly, adv: in a very gradual, slight, or subtle way
involuntary, adj: accidental, unintentional; not done by choice
jutting, v: protruding or projecting outwards
staunch, adj: firm, loyal, or steadfast
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 4-13-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 4-14-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 4-15-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 4-16-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Finish Preview 16, p. 107 in Interactive Notebook. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 06:40 PM
April 13, 2010
Tuesday, 4-13-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 397 30-32; Text 670 5-16 (8.2 Equations with 2 Variables.) Due Wednesday, 4-14-10. 8.2 Mini Quiz on Wednesday, 4-14-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 9.8 RFM & Practice (Classifying Quadrilaterals) Due Wednesday, 4-14-10. 9.7 Mini Quiz (Angle Measures in Triangles) on Wednesday, 4-14-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Practice How-To Book Report Presentations!
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 4-12-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
staunch-200
fundamental-202
feebly-203
engulfed-204
furtively-207
abruptly-211
involuntary-212
bewilderment-215
disconsolately-216
burnished-217
exacted-216
jutting-219
cobalt-218
imperceptibly
gunwale-217
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 4-13-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 4-14-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 4-15-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 4-16-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Finish Preview 16, p. 107 in Interactive Notebook. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:17 PM
April 12, 2010
Monday, 4-12-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 396 13-26 (8.2 Equations with 2 Variables.) Due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 460-461 1-17. (9.7 Angle Measures in Triangles) Due Tuesday, 4-13-10. 9.6 Mini Quiz (Classifying Triangles) on Tuesday, 4-13-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapters 22 & 23 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions in the packet & take careful notes for discussion. Due Tuesday, 4-13-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 4-12-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
staunch-200
fundamental-202
feebly-203
engulfed-204
furtively-207
abruptly-211
involuntary-212
bewilderment-215
disconsolately-216
burnished-217
exacted-216
jutting-219
cobalt-218
imperceptibly
gunwale-217
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 4-13-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 4-14-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 4-15-10: write one sentence for each word.
Friday, 4-16-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study for Chapter 15 Test on Tuesday, 4-13-10. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:26 PM
April 02, 2010
Friday, 4-2-10 Homework
Math 7: Workbook 388 all. (8.2 Equations with 2 Variables.) Due Monday, 4-12-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 9.6 RFM & Practice A&C: Classifying Triangles. Due Monday, 4-12-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapters 22 & 23 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions in the packet & take careful notes for discussion. Due Monday, 4-12-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday 4-12-10.
History: Study for Chapter 15 Test. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
Sports Book Report, due Tuesday, 5-4-10.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 06:15 PM
April 01, 2010
Thursday, 4-1-10 Homework
Math 7: Workbook 387 all. Due Friday, 4-2-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 442-443 1-18. Due Friday, 4-2-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: None tonight.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-29-10, with page references and class definitions from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
abomination-195, n: a thing that causes disgust or hatred
dignitaries-196, n: important or high-ranking people as in government or church
disheveled-196, adj: untidy, disordered, or messy
mystic-199, adj: having magic power; beyond human comprehension
oppressive-195, adj: hard to put up with; causing great discomfort
painstakingly-197, adv: in a thorough and careful way
recoiled-196, v: drew back, startled, or shrunk back in disgust or fear
reluctance-195, n: hesitance, unwillingness, lack of enthusiasm
taut-198, adj: pulled or stretched tightly; tense
threshing-198, v: beating grain from its husk
tranquil-199, adj: peaceful, quiet, or calm
translucence-199 n: the state of being partially transparent, like frosted glass
transmuted-197, v: to change from one form to another; transformed
unguents-198, n: a healing ointment or salve
urgency-195, n: the need for action or haste; stress or pressure
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-30-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-31-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 4-1-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 4-2-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study for Chapter 15 Test. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required. Elements that must be included in your presentation: Title & author; 2 to 4 facts learned from the book; 1 aspect of the book that you found helpful; and the how-to demonstration.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:42 PM
March 31, 2010
Wednesday, 3-31-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight--District Assessment. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight--District Assessment. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 22 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 22 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Friday, 4-2-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-29-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
abomination-195
oppressive-195
urgency-195
reluctance-195
recoiled-196
disheveled-196
dignitaries-196
painstakingly-197
transmuted-197
unguents-198
threshing-198
taut-198
translucence-199
tranquil-199
mystic-199
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-30-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-31-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 4-1-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 4-2-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study for Chapter 15 Test. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 09:10 AM
March 30, 2010
Tuesday, 3-30-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight. Finish District Math Assessment Thursday, 3-31-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight. Finish District Math Assessment Thursday, 3-31-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: None tonight.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-29-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
abomination-195
oppressive-195
urgency-195
reluctance-195
recoiled-196
disheveled-196
dignitaries-196
painstakingly-197
transmuted-197
unguents-198
threshing-198
taut-198
translucence-199
tranquil-199
mystic-199
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-30-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-31-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 4-1-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 4-2-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:09 PM
March 26, 2010
Friday, 3-26-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 396 1-12. Due Tuesday, 3-30-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 9.4 RFM & Practice/Practice A&C packet. Due Tuesday, 3-30-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 21 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 21 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Tuesday, 3-30-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-29-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
abomination-195
oppressive-195
urgency-195
reluctance-195
recoiled-196
disheveled-196
dignitaries-196
painstakingly-197
transmuted-197
unguents-198
threshing-198
taut-198
translucence-199
tranquil-199
mystic-199
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-30-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-31-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 4-1-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 4-2-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight. Study guides can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:54 PM
March 25, 2010
Thursday, 3-25-10 Homework
Math 7: Practice Workbook 386: 8.1. Due Friday, 3-26-10. 8.1 Mini Quiz on Relations & Functions on Friday, 3-26-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text EP18 11-16. (Extra Practice 18, back of book.) Due Friday, 3-26-10. 9.3 Mini Quiz on Angle Relationships on Friday, 3-26-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 21 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 21 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Tuesday, 3-30-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-22-10, with class definitions, page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
appalled-189: adj: shocked or dismayed; horrified
assailed-181, v: overwhelmed the mind or senses
commendable-189, adj, honorable or praiseworthy
indifference-189, n: having a lack of interest or concern
indignantly-186, adv: in a way that shows anger at injustice
iniquity-194, n: wickedness; lack of righteousness or justice; deviltry
interminable-193, adj: seemingly endless; perpetual
inviolate-194, adj: unbroken, pure, or undisturbed
laden-188, adj: heavily loaded or burdened
obscurity-193, n: dark, dim, or murky
pinioned-191, v: restrained, confined, or shackled
profound-190, adj: deep, intense, or extreme
sheepishly-190, adv, in a way that shows embarrassment
stoic-186, adj: showing little reaction to pain or unpleasantness; thick-skinned
wrenched-192, v: pulled suddenly or forcibly
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-23-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-24-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-25-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-26-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study for Chapter 13 test on Friday, 3-26-10. Study guide can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 05:56 PM
March 24, 2010
Wednesday, 3-24-10 Homework
Spanish 6: Write a fiction story in Spanish. 15 lines minimum. Due Thursday, 3-25-10.
Math 7: Practice Workbook 385. Due Thursday, 3-25-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 9.3 Practice A&C: Angle Relationships. Due Thursday, 3-25-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 20 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 20 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 3-25-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-22-10, with class definitions, page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
appalled-189: adj: shocked or dismayed; horrified
assailed-181, v: overwhelmed the mind or senses
commendable-189, adj, honorable or praiseworthy
indifference-189, n: having a lack of interest or concern
indignantly-186, adv: in a way that shows anger at injustice
iniquity-194, n: wickedness; lack of righteousness or justice; deviltry
interminable-193, adj: seemingly endless; perpetual
inviolate-194, adj: unbroken, pure, or undisturbed
laden-188, adj: heavily loaded or burdened
obscurity-193, n: dark, dim, or murky
pinioned-191, v: restrained, confined, or shackled
profound-190, adj: deep, intense, or extreme
sheepishly-190, adv, in a way that shows embarrassment
stoic-186, adj: showing little reaction to pain or unpleasantness; thick-skinned
wrenched-192, v: pulled suddenly or forcibly
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-23-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-24-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-25-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-26-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study for Chapter 13 test on Friday, 3-26-10. Study guide can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:32 PM
March 23, 2010
Tuesday, 3-23-10
Spanish 6: Write a fiction story in Spanish. 15 lines minimum. Due Thursday, 3-25-10.
Math 7: Text 391 12-19. Due Wednesday, 3-24-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 438 1-16. Due Wednesday, 3-24-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 20 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 20 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 3-25-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-22-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
assailed-181
indignantly-186
stoic-186
laden-188
indifference-189
appalled-189
commendable-189
sheepishly-190
profound-190
pinioned-191
wrenched-192
interminable-193
obscurity-193
inviolate-194
iniquity-194
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-23-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-24-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-25-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-26-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study for Chapter 13 test on Friday, 3-26-10. Study guide can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/history
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:25 PM
March 22, 2010
Monday, 3-22-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 391 1-11. Due Tuesday, 3-23-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 430-431 13-19. Due Tuesday, 3-23-10. Study for 9.1 Mini Quiz: Intro to Geometry on Tuesday, 3-23-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: None tonight.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-22-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
assailed-181
indignantly-186
stoic-186
laden-188
indifference-189
appalled-189
commendable-189
sheepishly-190
profound-190
pinioned-191
wrenched-192
interminable-193
obscurity-193
inviolate-194
iniquity-194
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-23-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-24-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-25-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-26-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:59 PM
March 19, 2010
Friday, 3-19-10 Homework
Math 7: None tonight; class did not meet. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 9.1 RFM & Practice: Intro to Geometry. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 19 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 19 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Also complete Reading Progress Report after reading Chapter 19. Both Due Monday, 3-22-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:05 PM
March 18, 2010
Thursday, 3-18-10
Math 7: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: None tonight. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 19 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 18 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Monday, 3-22-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-15-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, class definitions, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
astonishing-167, adj: causing surprise, amazement, or sudden wonder
balefully-173, adv: in a menacing, threatening or ominous way
balustrade-165, n: a railing
befuddled-146, adj: unable to think clearly; confused
depleted-155, v: used up or diminished
dissipated-150, v: dispersed or scattered
extravagance-150, n: lack of restraint in spending; unreasonable excess
frantic-152, adj: wild with pain, anger, or worry; frenzied
impassive-148, adj: calm, serene, without emotion
leonine-182, adj: having the characteristics of a lion
precipice-176, n: a cliff
sagacity-162, n: keen intelligence or sound judgment
savoring-156, v, to enjoy with appreciation
stolidly-172, adv: in a way showing little emotion; unexcitable
unprincipled-145, adj: lacking moral codes; unscrupulous
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-16-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-17-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-18-10: Write a sentence for each word.
Friday, 3-19-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: None tonight.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:43 PM
March 17, 2010
Wednesday, 3-17-10 Homework
Spanish 6 Homework/Tarea: Write ten complete sentences using "yo soy" y "tu eres" together in the same sentence. Example:
Yo soy de Berkeley y tu eres de Oakland. Due Thursday, 3-18-10.
Math 7: Text 338 any 20 exercises. Due Thursday, 3-18-10. Study for Chapter test on 6.1 Ratios & Unit Rates; 6.4 Fractions, Decimals, Percents; 6.5 Proportions & Percents; 6.6 Percents & Equations; 6.7 Percent of Change; 6.8 Markup & Discount; and 7.7 Simple & Compound Interest. Test on Thursday, 3-18-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 430 1-12. Due Thursday, 3-18-10. Study for Chapter test on the following: 7.1 Mean, Median, Mode & Range; 7.7 Selecting Samples (p. 370 & 372). 8.1 Intro to Probability; 8.3 Theoretical Probability; and 8.4 Sample Spaces (p. 418 & 419). Test on Thursday, 3-18-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 18 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 18 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 3-18-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-15-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, class definitions, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
astonishing-167, adj: causing surprise, amazement, or sudden wonder
balefully-173, adv: in a menacing, threatening or ominous way
balustrade-165, n: a railing
befuddled-146, adj: unable to think clearly; confused
depleted-155, v: used up or diminished
dissipated-150, v: dispersed or scattered
extravagance-150, n: lack of restraint in spending; unreasonable excess
frantic-152, adj: wild with pain, anger, or worry; frenzied
impassive-148, adj: calm, serene, without emotion
leonine-182, adj: having the characteristics of a lion
precipice-176, n: a cliff
sagacity-162, n: keen intelligence or sound judgment
savoring-156, v, to enjoy with appreciation
stolidly-172, adv: in a way showing little emotion; unexcitable
unprincipled-145, adj: lacking moral codes; unscrupulous
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-16-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-17-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-18-10: Write a sentence for each word.
Friday, 3-19-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study & make notes for Chapter 12 Test on Thursday, 3-18-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10. See the following websites for information on research: http://www.crlsresearchguide.org/00_basic_steps.asp and http://elementary.oslis.org/learn-to-research
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 02:19 PM
March 16, 2010
Tuesday, 3-16-10 Homework
Math 7: Do any 3 exercises in each of the following sections in the Chapter Review sections on p. 335-337 (for Chap. 6) and p. 379 (for Chap. 7): 6.1 Ratios & Unit Rates; 6.4 Fractions, Decimals, Percents; 6.5 Proportions & Percents; 6.6 Percents & Equations; 6.7 Percent of Change; 6.8 Markup & Discount; and 7.7 Simple & Compound Interest. Due Wednesday, 3-17-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Do any 2 exercises in the Chapter Review section for each of the following: 7.1 Mean, Median, Mode & Range; 7.7 Selecting Samples (p. 370 & 372). 8.1 Intro to Probability; 8.3 Theoretical Probability; and 8.4 Sample Spaces (p. 418 & 419). Due Wednesday, 3-17-10. 8.4 Sample Spaces Mini Quiz Wednesday, 3-17-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 18 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 18 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 3-18-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-15-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
impassive-148
extravagance-150
dissipated-150
unprincipled-145
befuddled-146
leonine-182
frantic-152
depleted
savoring
sagacity-162
balustrade-165
astonishing-167
stolidly-172
balefully-173
precipice-176
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-16-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-17-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-18-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-19-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study & make notes for Chapter 12 Test.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10.
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:07 PM
March 15, 2010
Monday, 3-15-10 Homework
Math 7: Study for unit test that will include: 6.4 Fractions, Decimals, Percents; 6.5 Proportions & Percents; 6.6 Percents & Equations; 6.7 Percent of Change; 6.8 Markup & Discount; 7.7 Simple & Compound Interest; and 6.1 Ratios & Unit Rates. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 8.4 Practice A&C (Sample Spaces/Compound Events) Due Tuesday, 3-16-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 17 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 17 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Tuesday, 3-16-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-15-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
impassive-148
extravagance-150
dissipated-150
unprincipled-145
befuddled-146
leonine-182
frantic-152
depleted
savoring
sagacity-162
balustrade-165
astonishing-167
stolidly-172
balefully-173
precipice-176
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-16-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-17-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-18-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-19-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Study & make notes for Chapter 12 Test.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10.
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends 4-30-10.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 05:02 PM
March 12, 2010
Friday, 3-12-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 286 5-14; (Ratios & Unit Rates). Due Monday, 3-15-10. 7.7 Mini Quiz-Simple & Compound Interest Friday, 3-12-10. Study for unit test that will include: 6.4 Fractions, Decimals, Percents; 6.5 Proportions & Percents; 6.6 Percents & Equations; 6.7 Percent of Change; 6.8 Markup & Discount; 7.7 Simple & Compound Interest; and 6.1 Ratios & Unit Rates. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 8.4 RFM & Practice (Sample Spaces/Compound Events) Due Monday, 3-15-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 16 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 16 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Do Reading Progress Report Part IV. Due Monday, 3-15-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday.
History: Complete 12.2-12.4 Interactive Notebook. Due Monday, 3-15-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Topic proposal due Friday, 3-12-10. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10.
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends March 12, 2010.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 02:04 PM
March 11, 2010
Thursday, 3-11-10 Homework
Math 7: Text 668 35-43. Due Friday, 3-12-10. 7.7 Mini Quiz-Simple & Compound Interest Friday, 3-12-10. Study for unit test that will include: 6.4 Fractions, Decimals, Percents; 6.5 Proportions & Percents; 6.6 Percents & Equations; 6.7 Percent of Change; 6.8 Markup & Discount; 7.7 Simple & Compound Interest; and 6.1 Ratios & Unit Rates. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 396 1-5 (Sample Spaces/Compound Events) Due Friday, 3-12-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 16 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 16 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Do Reading Progress Report Part IV. Due Monday, 3-15-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-8-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
bemused-120
priggish-122
languid-125
earnest-125
chicanery-127
jovial-128
spellbound-131
deceit-133
insouciance-133
precarious-133
verify-133
façade-134
enigma134
cynical-135
desolate-142
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-9-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-10-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-11-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-12-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Work on topic proposal for Ancient Egypt Research Project. Due Friday, 3-12-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Topic proposal due Friday, 3-12-10. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10.
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends March 12, 2010.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:55 PM
March 10, 2010
Wednesday, 3-10-10 Homework
Spanish 6: Homework/Tarea: Write down one phrase per each of the following prepositions:
Además de (as well as, in addition to)
Al lado de (beside)
Alrededor de (around, about)
Antes de (before)
A pesar de (despite)
Cerca de (near, close to)
Con respecto a (in respect of)
De acuerdo con (in accordance with)
Debajo de (under, underneath)
Delante de (in front of)
Dentro de (in, inside, into, within)
Due Thursday, 3-11-10.
Math 7: 7.7 Enrichment-Simple & Compound Interest. Due Thursday, 3-11-10. Study for unit test that will include: 6.4 Fractions, Decimals, Percents; 6.5 Proportions & Percents; 6.6 Percents & Equations; 6.7 Percent of Change; 6.8 Markup & Discount; 7.7 Simple & Compound Interest; and 6.1 Ratios & Unit Rates. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 8.3 Practice A & C-Theoretical Probability. Due Thursday, 3-11-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 15 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 15 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 3-11-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-8-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
bemused-120
priggish-122
languid-125
earnest-125
chicanery-127
jovial-128
spellbound-131
deceit-133
insouciance-133
precarious-133
verify-133
façade-134
enigma134
cynical-135
desolate-142
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-9-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-10-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-11-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-12-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Work on topic proposal for Ancient Egypt Research Project. Due Friday, 3-12-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Topic proposal due Friday, 3-12-10. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10.
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends March 12, 2010.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 04:30 PM
March 09, 2010
Tuesday, 3-9-10 Homework
We need boxes of kleenex!
Spanish 6: Homework/Tarea: Write down one phrase per each of the following prepositions:
Además de (as well as, in addition to)
Al lado de (beside)
Alrededor de (around, about)
Antes de (before)
A pesar de (despite)
Cerca de (near, close to)
Con respecto a (in respect of)
De acuerdo con (in accordance with)
Debajo de (under, underneath)
Delante de (in front of)
Dentro de (in, inside, into, within)
Due Thursday, 3-11-10.
Math 7: 7.7 Reteaching--Simple & Compound Interest. Finish Lab 7.7 sheet if not completed from today's class. Due Wednesday, 3-10-10. Study for unit test that will include: 6.4 Fractions, Decimals, Percents; 6.5 Proportions & Percents; 6.6 Percents & Equations; 6.7 Percent of Change; 6.8 Markup & Discount; 7.7 Simple & Compound Interest; and 6.1 Ratios & Unit Rates. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 8.3 RFM & Practice-Theoretical Probability. Due Wednesday, 3-10-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 14 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 14 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Wednesday, 3-10-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-8-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
bemused-120
priggish-122
languid-125
earnest-125
chicanery-127
jovial-128
spellbound-131
deceit-133
insouciance-133
precarious-133
verify-133
façade-134
enigma134
cynical-135
desolate-142
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-9-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-10-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-11-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-12-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Work on topic proposal for Ancient Egypt Research Project. Due Friday, 3-12-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Topic proposal due Friday, 3-12-10. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10.
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends March 12, 2010.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 05:42 PM
March 08, 2010
Monday, 3-8-10 Homework
We need boxes of kleenex!
Math 7: Text 374-375 13-18. Due Tuesday, 3-9-10. Study for unit test that will include: 6.4 Fractions, Decimals, Percents; 6.5 Proportions & Percents; 6.6 Percents & Equations; 6.7 Percent of Change; 6.8 Markup & Discount; 7.7 Simple & Compound Interest; and 6.1 Ratios & Unit Rates. Test scheduled for Friday, 3-12-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: Text 392 1-10. Due Tuesday, 3-9-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 14 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 14 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Wednesday, 3-10-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-8-10, with page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile, and due dates for spelling/vocabulary homework:
bemused-120
priggish-122
languid-125
earnest-125
chicanery-127
jovial-128
spellbound-131
deceit-133
insouciance-133
precarious-133
verify-133
façade-134
enigma134
cynical-135
desolate-142
Spelling/vocabulary homework due dates:
Tuesday, 3-9-10: alphabetize list, syllables, note accents.
Wednesday, 3-10-10: definitions & parts of speech. (we will develop class definitions as well.)
Thursday, 3-11-10: sentences using each word.
Friday, 3-12-10: Write 3X; spelling/vocabulary test.
History: Work on topic proposal for Ancient Egypt Research Project. Due Friday, 3-12-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Topic proposal due Friday, 3-12-10. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10.
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends March 12, 2010.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 02:20 PM
March 05, 2010
Friday, 3-5-10
We need boxes of kleenex!
Math 7: Workbook 375 all. Due Monday, 3-8-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 8.1 RFM & Practice. Due Monday, 3-8-10. 8.1 Mini Quiz on Probability on Monday, 3-8-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 13 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 13 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Monday, 3-8-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
Great web-based mind-mapping program here: http://mywebspiration.com Mywebspiration is ideal for making character webs, plot summaries, and just about anything that requires a good graphic organizer.
Spelling/Vocabulary: New word list Monday.
History: Study for Chapter 11 Test on Monday, 3-8-10.
Long-Term Assignments:
Ancient Egypt Research Project. Topic proposal due Friday, 3-12-10. Final copy of report due Friday, 4-2-10.
How-To Book Report, due Tuesday, 4-13-10. Presentation required.
For copies of current book report instruction sheets and the 2009-2010 book report list, look here: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/book-reports
Announcements:
Many documents can be found on my Google site: http://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/
The current grading period ends March 12, 2010.
For information on California Content Standards, go here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/
Posted by Mr. K at 03:33 PM
March 03, 2010
Wednesday, 3-3-10 Homework
We need boxes of kleenex!
Math 7: Text 372, #1; 374, 1-4, 6. Due Thursday, 3-4-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-7
Math 6: 7.7 Practice A & C. Due Thursday, 3-4-10. Notes here: https://sites.google.com/site/mrkloess/Home/math-6
English: Read Chapter 12 of Mara, Daughter of the Nile. Answer questions for Chapter 12 in the packet, and take careful notes for discussion. Due Thursday, 3-4-10.
Check the links below for information on Ancient Egypt.
Look at Ancient Egypt websites here: http://www.omnibusol.com/anegypt.html#egypt
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Spelling/Vocabulary: Word list for the week of 3-1-10, with class definitions, page references from Mara, Daughter of the Nile & due dates for homework assignments:
avaricious-114, adj: greedy or covetous
bravado-118, n, pretended courage
conciliatory-112, adj: tending to appease, pacify, smooth over
countenance-111, n: face or facial expression
enhance-116, v: intensify, magnify, or improve
fleeting-114, adj: passing quickly; transient; not lasting
grudgingly-111, adv: displaying unwillingness; reluctance
impenetrable-103, adj: inaccessible; cannot be understood or solved
malevolence-112, n: ill-will, malice, or hatred
monotonous-114, adj: lacking in var