Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 – 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of February 8, 2010
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Please read the following information:
*Students will participate in another Newbowl next Friday. In order for them to be prepared for the competition each student is expected to locate, read, and bring an article to school regarding his/her assigned Newsbowl category. Remember each article should be notable news for this week only, for the following categories: world news, national news, sports, arts and entertainment, people and places. Students should use a noteworthy periodical such as: newspapers, news magazines, online articles, etc.
*The articles should include a brief summary regarding who, when, when, what, why, and how. It is due on Wednesday, Feb. 17th.
Monday, February 8 –
Answer question # 3- p. 220
Review two-column notes from last week
Compare and contrast Roman Republic and U.S. Government
Homework: Read pp. 219-221 to create a timeline of important events for: 509 B.C., 450 B.C., 275 B.C.,
250 B.C., and 146 B.C. (Be prepared to add more assigned given dates throughout Ch. 14)
Tuesday, February 9– Lunch time review session
Review homework
Define maniple , legions, and legionaries
Read and discuss pp. 221-222 and complete Sect. 2 questions p. 222 # 2-4
Homework: Finish Section 2 Questions p. 222 # 2 – 4, if necessary. Answer each question thoroughly using 2 or more sentences.
Wednesday, February 10–
Review homework
Discuss and take notes: Causes and Effects of Roman Conquests
Begin Power notes- 1st Punic War pp. 222-224
Homework: None - Study for Science test tonight
Thursday, February 11–
Define: Carthage, Punic Wars, corvus, Hannibal Barca
Continue Power notes- 2nd Punic War pp. 222-224
Homework: Finish 2nd and 3rd Punic Wars power notes using subtopics given in class, if necessary
Friday, February 12–
Review power notes
Complete Section 3 Questions p. 224 # 1-4
Homework: Don’t forget to locate and write a short summary for an article for your assigned category of_________
It is due on Wednesday, Feb. 17th.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Social Studies Syllabus- Week of February 1, 2010
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 – 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of February 1, 2010
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Please read the following information:
*There will be a Ch. 13 test on Thursday, February 4th.
*Conferences are this week. Please be mindful these are portfolio conferences, therefore all students must be present at their conference. If the student is not able to attend please reschedule the conference.
*Last week we discussed strategies for studying for the test. Students should spend at least 30-45 minutes each night studying for the test. See below.
Monday, February 1 –
Map Review and review p. 58
Review Newsbowl results
Homework: Study for test – ***Hint….I strongly urge you to make flash cards for your vocabulary words**
Put the word on one side. then put the definition on the other side. Be sure
to include a sentence with a blank instead of the word.
Tuesday, February 2– Lunch time review session
Continue reviewing for test
Homework: Study for test – ***Hint….I strongly urge you to make flash cards using each bullet point on the
study guide. ***
Wednesday, February 3–
Finish reviewing for test.
Introduce Ch. 14 and define: republic, veto, and Twelve Tables
Homework: Study for test
***Don’t forget that conferences are tomorrow for most students. You must be present at your
conference. If you can not attend please reschedule the conference. ***
Thursday, February 4– Half Day – Students are dismissed at noon
Ch. 14Test
Finish reading pp. 219-220 and define: republic, veto, and Twelve Tables, if necessary
Homework: Finish reading pp. 219-220 and define: republic, veto, and Twelve Tables, if necessary
Complete 2 column notes on patricians, plebeians, consuls, judges and tribunes
Designate a column for the following topics: Name - Definition of who they are – tell their responsibilities
Due Monday, Feb. 8th
Friday, February 5– Half Day and Pajama Day – Students are dismissed at noon
Only classes for periods: 8, 5, 7, 9 - No social studies today
Homework: Finish above homework – Due Monday, Feb. 8th
Map Review Questions - P. 211
**Read and complete questions # 1 – 3 on p. 211 then
answer the following questions:
4. What is the name of the area where the Romans lived?
5. What is the name of the area where the Etruscans
lived?
6. What are the two major rivers located near the above
mentioned areas?
7. What is the name of the large mountain chain near the
above mentioned areas?
8. Why were the Etruscans known as “the people of the
sea”?
9. What shape does Italy look very similar to?
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of February 1, 2010
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Please read the following information:
*There will be a Ch. 13 test on Thursday, February 4th.
*Conferences are this week. Please be mindful these are portfolio conferences, therefore all students must be present at their conference. If the student is not able to attend please reschedule the conference.
*Last week we discussed strategies for studying for the test. Students should spend at least 30-45 minutes each night studying for the test. See below.
Monday, February 1 –
Map Review and review p. 58
Review Newsbowl results
Homework: Study for test – ***Hint….I strongly urge you to make flash cards for your vocabulary words**
Put the word on one side. then put the definition on the other side. Be sure
to include a sentence with a blank instead of the word.
Tuesday, February 2– Lunch time review session
Continue reviewing for test
Homework: Study for test – ***Hint….I strongly urge you to make flash cards using each bullet point on the
study guide. ***
Wednesday, February 3–
Finish reviewing for test.
Introduce Ch. 14 and define: republic, veto, and Twelve Tables
Homework: Study for test
***Don’t forget that conferences are tomorrow for most students. You must be present at your
conference. If you can not attend please reschedule the conference. ***
Thursday, February 4– Half Day – Students are dismissed at noon
Ch. 14Test
Finish reading pp. 219-220 and define: republic, veto, and Twelve Tables, if necessary
Homework: Finish reading pp. 219-220 and define: republic, veto, and Twelve Tables, if necessary
Complete 2 column notes on patricians, plebeians, consuls, judges and tribunes
Designate a column for the following topics: Name - Definition of who they are – tell their responsibilities
Due Monday, Feb. 8th
Friday, February 5– Half Day and Pajama Day – Students are dismissed at noon
Only classes for periods: 8, 5, 7, 9 - No social studies today
Homework: Finish above homework – Due Monday, Feb. 8th
Map Review Questions - P. 211
**Read and complete questions # 1 – 3 on p. 211 then
answer the following questions:
4. What is the name of the area where the Romans lived?
5. What is the name of the area where the Etruscans
lived?
6. What are the two major rivers located near the above
mentioned areas?
7. What is the name of the large mountain chain near the
above mentioned areas?
8. Why were the Etruscans known as “the people of the
sea”?
9. What shape does Italy look very similar to?
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus- February 8, 2010
Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of February 8, 2010
Website: http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
• Students will spend the entire week doing research on their catastrophic event. Although they will have class time students will need to do research at home too.
• Upcoming research due dates:
o Wednesday 2/10: Students need to have at least 15 note cards done.
o Friday 2/11: Collect students final note cards (minimum of 25)
• The February Reading Log is due on Friday, February 12. Don’t forget signatures!!!
• Remember our schedule is different this week. We will follow this schedule: 1st per, 8th per, 9th per in the morning instead of our 1st- 3rd period schedule. Students will still have 4th - 7th period as normal. Then instead of 8th and 9th periods in the afternoon, we will have 2nd and 3rd period classes in the afternoon.
Monday, February 8
2nd Period: Computers
3rd Period: Front Tables
Homework: Work on researching your topic.
Tuesday, February 9
2nd Period: Front Tables
3rd Period: Computers
Homework: Work on researching your topic. Remember- you must have at least 15 note cards done by tomorrow.
Wednesday, February 10
2nd Period: Back Tables- Note card check
3rd Period: Back Tables
Homework: Author’s Purpose Packet. Work on researching your topic.
Thursday, February 11
2nd Period: Computers
3rd Period: Front Tables
Homework: Keep working on research, note cards, and source cards. Your final note cards will be collected at the end of the class tomorrow. You must have 25 or more cards completed. Reading Log #5 is due tomorrow!
Friday, February 12
Collect Reading Logs
2nd Period: Front Tables
3rd Period: Computers - Collect Final Note Cards
Homework: Have a SUPER Three-Day WEEKEND ☺
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of February 8, 2010
Website: http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
• Students will spend the entire week doing research on their catastrophic event. Although they will have class time students will need to do research at home too.
• Upcoming research due dates:
o Wednesday 2/10: Students need to have at least 15 note cards done.
o Friday 2/11: Collect students final note cards (minimum of 25)
• The February Reading Log is due on Friday, February 12. Don’t forget signatures!!!
• Remember our schedule is different this week. We will follow this schedule: 1st per, 8th per, 9th per in the morning instead of our 1st- 3rd period schedule. Students will still have 4th - 7th period as normal. Then instead of 8th and 9th periods in the afternoon, we will have 2nd and 3rd period classes in the afternoon.
Monday, February 8
2nd Period: Computers
3rd Period: Front Tables
Homework: Work on researching your topic.
Tuesday, February 9
2nd Period: Front Tables
3rd Period: Computers
Homework: Work on researching your topic. Remember- you must have at least 15 note cards done by tomorrow.
Wednesday, February 10
2nd Period: Back Tables- Note card check
3rd Period: Back Tables
Homework: Author’s Purpose Packet. Work on researching your topic.
Thursday, February 11
2nd Period: Computers
3rd Period: Front Tables
Homework: Keep working on research, note cards, and source cards. Your final note cards will be collected at the end of the class tomorrow. You must have 25 or more cards completed. Reading Log #5 is due tomorrow!
Friday, February 12
Collect Reading Logs
2nd Period: Front Tables
3rd Period: Computers - Collect Final Note Cards
Homework: Have a SUPER Three-Day WEEKEND ☺
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus- February 1, 2010
Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of February 1, 2010
Website: http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
• Students received information regarding the Research Paper we are beginning to write. The signed parent letter and topic choices are due on Wednesday 2/3. Be sure to follow all the due dates given!
• Students working in the Red Fern Read Ahead Group must continue writing their comparison essay. The essay is due on Friday, February 5.
• Students will take a Red Fern Vocabulary Test (chapters 12-20) on Monday February 1.
• The final Red Fern Comprehension Test will be on Tuesday, February 2.
• Winter Conferences are on Thursday, February 4. Scheduled conference times went home two weeks ago. Please email me if you need to change your time.
• Our school started Penny Wars two weeks ago to raise money for the Haiti Relief Fund. Bring pennies and paper currency for your advisory and silver coins to bomb☺ other advisories. Penny Wars end in one week, on Monday, Feb 8.
• Our February Reading Log is due on Friday, February 12. Don’t forget signatures!!!
Monday, February 1
Where the Red Fern Grows Vocabulary TEST Chapters 12-20
Continue Working on Persuasive Packet
Study for the Red Fern Comprehension Test (Whole Novel)
Homework: Study for Red Fern Comprehension Test! Best way to study is to review the questions within your Red Fern packet!
Tuesday, February 2
Red Fern Comprehension Test
Begin Watching: Where the Red Fern Grows
Homework: Signed Parent Letter and Top 5 Research Topics are due TOMORROW! Remember- you must rank your five choices using numbers 1 to 5!
Wednesday, February 3
Collect Signed Research Letter and Topic Choices
Finish Red Fern Movie
How to Make a Source Card and Note Card
Work on Persuasive Packet
Homework: Persuasive Packet ______________________________. Bring in your research folder, index cards, and bag. These need to be in class with you on FRIDAY! Make sure your parents know when your conference is!
Thursday, February 4 (Conferences are TODAY!!!) HALF DAY!
Class for 1st – 4th No Reading/LA Today
Homework: Bring in your research folder, index cards, and bag. These need to be in class with you TOMORROW! Wear you PJs to school tomorrow☺ Arrive 15 minutes before you conference today!!!
Friday, February 5: HALF DAY and PAJAMA DAY!!!
Check in Research Folder, Index Cards, and Bag
Topics are Assigned and Research Begins!!!!
Homework: Have a SUPER WEEKEND! Work on Research Note Cards and Source Cards! Remember- Penny Wars end on MONDAY☺
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of February 1, 2010
Website: http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
• Students received information regarding the Research Paper we are beginning to write. The signed parent letter and topic choices are due on Wednesday 2/3. Be sure to follow all the due dates given!
• Students working in the Red Fern Read Ahead Group must continue writing their comparison essay. The essay is due on Friday, February 5.
• Students will take a Red Fern Vocabulary Test (chapters 12-20) on Monday February 1.
• The final Red Fern Comprehension Test will be on Tuesday, February 2.
• Winter Conferences are on Thursday, February 4. Scheduled conference times went home two weeks ago. Please email me if you need to change your time.
• Our school started Penny Wars two weeks ago to raise money for the Haiti Relief Fund. Bring pennies and paper currency for your advisory and silver coins to bomb☺ other advisories. Penny Wars end in one week, on Monday, Feb 8.
• Our February Reading Log is due on Friday, February 12. Don’t forget signatures!!!
Monday, February 1
Where the Red Fern Grows Vocabulary TEST Chapters 12-20
Continue Working on Persuasive Packet
Study for the Red Fern Comprehension Test (Whole Novel)
Homework: Study for Red Fern Comprehension Test! Best way to study is to review the questions within your Red Fern packet!
Tuesday, February 2
Red Fern Comprehension Test
Begin Watching: Where the Red Fern Grows
Homework: Signed Parent Letter and Top 5 Research Topics are due TOMORROW! Remember- you must rank your five choices using numbers 1 to 5!
Wednesday, February 3
Collect Signed Research Letter and Topic Choices
Finish Red Fern Movie
How to Make a Source Card and Note Card
Work on Persuasive Packet
Homework: Persuasive Packet ______________________________. Bring in your research folder, index cards, and bag. These need to be in class with you on FRIDAY! Make sure your parents know when your conference is!
Thursday, February 4 (Conferences are TODAY!!!) HALF DAY!
Class for 1st – 4th No Reading/LA Today
Homework: Bring in your research folder, index cards, and bag. These need to be in class with you TOMORROW! Wear you PJs to school tomorrow☺ Arrive 15 minutes before you conference today!!!
Friday, February 5: HALF DAY and PAJAMA DAY!!!
Check in Research Folder, Index Cards, and Bag
Topics are Assigned and Research Begins!!!!
Homework: Have a SUPER WEEKEND! Work on Research Note Cards and Source Cards! Remember- Penny Wars end on MONDAY☺
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Winter Conferences- February 4, 2010
Please note the following scheduled conferences. Since these are portfolio conferences all students are expected to attend these meetings. If your child cannot attend then they should be rescheduled. Finally plan to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your conference in order to peruse your child's portfolio.
Looking forward to seeing your soon,
Jolynn Alexander
Thursday Afternoon
12:35 – 12:50 p.m. Brandon B
12:50 – 1:05 p.m. Matt M
1:05 – 1:20 p.m. Cami J
1:25 – 1:40 p.m. Lernard McD
1:40 – 1:55 p.m. Emma N
1:55 – 2:10 p.m. Josie W
2:10 – 2:25 p.m. Ray P
2:25 – 2:40 p.m. Lucy K-Z
2:40 – 2:55 p.m.
2:55 – 3:10 p.m. Bonnie B
3:10 – 3:25 p.m. Antwoin B
3:25 – 3:40 p.m. Kyle P
3:40 – 3:55 p.m. Hannah F
3:55 – 4:10 p.m. Ellis D
4:10 – 4:25 p.m.
4:25 – 4:40 p.m.
4:40 – 4:55 p.m. Ali W
4:55 – 5:10 p.m. Aiden T
Thursday Evening
5:45 – 6:00 p.m. John D
6:00 – 6:15 p.m. Alessandro B
6:15 – 6:30 p.m. Paula R
6:30 – 6:45 p.m. Elise T
6:45 – 7:00 p.m. Shantel P
7:00 – 7:15 p.m. Brandon H
7:15 – 7:30 p.m. Ben E
7:30 – 7:45 p.m. Colin K
7:45 – 8:00 p.m. Noah B
8:00 – 8:15 p.m. Symi F
Looking forward to seeing your soon,
Jolynn Alexander
Thursday Afternoon
12:35 – 12:50 p.m. Brandon B
12:50 – 1:05 p.m. Matt M
1:05 – 1:20 p.m. Cami J
1:25 – 1:40 p.m. Lernard McD
1:40 – 1:55 p.m. Emma N
1:55 – 2:10 p.m. Josie W
2:10 – 2:25 p.m. Ray P
2:25 – 2:40 p.m. Lucy K-Z
2:40 – 2:55 p.m.
2:55 – 3:10 p.m. Bonnie B
3:10 – 3:25 p.m. Antwoin B
3:25 – 3:40 p.m. Kyle P
3:40 – 3:55 p.m. Hannah F
3:55 – 4:10 p.m. Ellis D
4:10 – 4:25 p.m.
4:25 – 4:40 p.m.
4:40 – 4:55 p.m. Ali W
4:55 – 5:10 p.m. Aiden T
Thursday Evening
5:45 – 6:00 p.m. John D
6:00 – 6:15 p.m. Alessandro B
6:15 – 6:30 p.m. Paula R
6:30 – 6:45 p.m. Elise T
6:45 – 7:00 p.m. Shantel P
7:00 – 7:15 p.m. Brandon H
7:15 – 7:30 p.m. Ben E
7:30 – 7:45 p.m. Colin K
7:45 – 8:00 p.m. Noah B
8:00 – 8:15 p.m. Symi F
Social Studies Syllabus & Study Guide- Week of January 25, 2010
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 – 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of January 25, 2010
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Please read the following information:
*There will be a Ch. 13 test on Thursday, February 4th.
*Starting this week, all my classes will participate in a Newsbowl current events activity. This will be done every other week. You may preview the Newsbowl website at: www.newsbowl.com
*Last week I offered students 5 bonus points if they would go online to the newsbowl website, complete 4 or more sections of the practice newsbowl test, print, and return it to me. It is due on Wednesday.
* Mid-term grades are now available online since last Friday. If you have not viewed your child’s mid-term grades please do so this week and sign the mid-term progress report letter, indicating you have seen your child’s grades. The letter should be returned to your child’s reading/L.A. teacher.
Monday, January 25 – No School due to Institute Day
Tuesday, January 26–
Review section 2 vocabulary and power notes, if necessary
Discuss and take power notes on Roman/Greek gods & arches
Begin reading pp. 215-216 and complete definitions
Homework: Finish definitions- Capitoline, forum, gladiatorial, triumph, fasces, municipal, and mundus
Wednesday, January 27–
Review pp. 215-216 using “Read and Say It”-0active reading strategy
Homework: Complete Section 3 guided power notes – Pt. 1
Thursday, January 28-
Review homework
Finish power note taking for pp. 215-216
Homework: Complete “Vocabulary & Contribution Review” handout p. 58- due Friday
Ch. 13 test next Thursday, therefore you should begin studying for it tonight
Friday, January 29–
Newsbowl current events activity
Homework: Continue studying for Ch. 13 test on next Thursday, February 4th
Chapter 13 Study Guide
For Test on February 4th, 2010
1. All given vocabulary words
2. Study Section 1, 2 and 3 questions
3. Know the Early Italian landforms: major rivers, mountains (see map on p. 211)
4. Review the Reading Check questions in margins on pp214-215
5. Study notes taken on pp. 212 – 216 regarding Etruscan:
*Origins and background information
* Jobs
* Natural resources
*Military
*Entertainment
*Religious beliefs
*Ruler of Rome
*Burial Practices
*Architectural contributions
*Language contributions
*Customs borrowed from Romans
*How Etruscan founded their cities
*Underworld customs
6. Vocabulary and Connections handout- p. 58
7. Review “Summary and Study Guide” on p. 216
8. Review “Understanding Main Ideas” on p. 217
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of January 25, 2010
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Please read the following information:
*There will be a Ch. 13 test on Thursday, February 4th.
*Starting this week, all my classes will participate in a Newsbowl current events activity. This will be done every other week. You may preview the Newsbowl website at: www.newsbowl.com
*Last week I offered students 5 bonus points if they would go online to the newsbowl website, complete 4 or more sections of the practice newsbowl test, print, and return it to me. It is due on Wednesday.
* Mid-term grades are now available online since last Friday. If you have not viewed your child’s mid-term grades please do so this week and sign the mid-term progress report letter, indicating you have seen your child’s grades. The letter should be returned to your child’s reading/L.A. teacher.
Monday, January 25 – No School due to Institute Day
Tuesday, January 26–
Review section 2 vocabulary and power notes, if necessary
Discuss and take power notes on Roman/Greek gods & arches
Begin reading pp. 215-216 and complete definitions
Homework: Finish definitions- Capitoline, forum, gladiatorial, triumph, fasces, municipal, and mundus
Wednesday, January 27–
Review pp. 215-216 using “Read and Say It”-0active reading strategy
Homework: Complete Section 3 guided power notes – Pt. 1
Thursday, January 28-
Review homework
Finish power note taking for pp. 215-216
Homework: Complete “Vocabulary & Contribution Review” handout p. 58- due Friday
Ch. 13 test next Thursday, therefore you should begin studying for it tonight
Friday, January 29–
Newsbowl current events activity
Homework: Continue studying for Ch. 13 test on next Thursday, February 4th
Chapter 13 Study Guide
For Test on February 4th, 2010
1. All given vocabulary words
2. Study Section 1, 2 and 3 questions
3. Know the Early Italian landforms: major rivers, mountains (see map on p. 211)
4. Review the Reading Check questions in margins on pp214-215
5. Study notes taken on pp. 212 – 216 regarding Etruscan:
*Origins and background information
* Jobs
* Natural resources
*Military
*Entertainment
*Religious beliefs
*Ruler of Rome
*Burial Practices
*Architectural contributions
*Language contributions
*Customs borrowed from Romans
*How Etruscan founded their cities
*Underworld customs
6. Vocabulary and Connections handout- p. 58
7. Review “Summary and Study Guide” on p. 216
8. Review “Understanding Main Ideas” on p. 217
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus- January 25, 2010
Mrs. Jolynn Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of January 25, 2010- Updated Jan. 26th
Website: http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email:jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
• Friday 1/22 marked the mid-term in Trimester 2! Please be sure to log onto the online gradebook to view your child’s grades. Students who earned D's and/or U's by mid-term should have received a progress report in the mail.
• Students received a mid-term confirmation letter. Please sign and return the letter indicating you have viewed your child's grades either online or via the mail. If you are having trouble accessing your grades, send me an email with your current login information so I can check it for accuracy.
• Students working in the Red Fern Read Ahead Group must continue reading The Call of the Wild and then begin writing their essay. The essay is due on Friday, February 5.
• Verb Differentiation: Keep up with your verb due dates and expectations.
• Students will take a Chapter 4 VERBS test on Thursday, January 28.
• Students will take a Red Fern Vocabulary Test (chapters 12-20) on Monday February 1.
• The final Red Fern Comprehension Test will be on Tuesday, February 2.
• Spring Conferences are on Thursday, February 4. Scheduled conference times were verbally given to students home to write in planners on Friday. You will receive a written confirmation on Tuesday.
• Our school started Penny Wars last week to raise money for the Haiti Relief Fund. Bring in your pennies and paper currency for your advisory and silver coins to bomb☺ other advisories.
• The February Reading Log is due on Tuesday, February 12. Don’t forget signatures!!!
Monday, January 25 - NO SCHOOL: Teacher Institute Day
Tuesday, January 26
Read Chapter 17
Comprehension Questions Chapters 16/17
Vocabulary Chapters 19/20
Vocabra Word Story: Topic = Pranks Due Friday
Homework: Read Red Fern Chapter 18. Finish Vocabra Word Story.
Finish Classwork
Do Verb Study Guide
Wednesday, January 27
Read Chapter 19
VERB Jeopardy
Homework: Study for Verb Test- you can bring home a Language Network Book to study with if you would like!
Thursday, January 28 (Stuffing DAY!!!)
Verb TEST
Read Chapter 20
Cloze Vocabulary (End of Packet)
Spelling Race
Homework: Study for Vocabra Tests
Friday, January 29
List #9 Vocabra Tests
Introduce Research Assignment and Parent Letter
Introduce Persuasive Writing Packet
Homework: Have a SUPER WEEKEND!
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of January 25, 2010- Updated Jan. 26th
Website: http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email:jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
• Friday 1/22 marked the mid-term in Trimester 2! Please be sure to log onto the online gradebook to view your child’s grades. Students who earned D's and/or U's by mid-term should have received a progress report in the mail.
• Students received a mid-term confirmation letter. Please sign and return the letter indicating you have viewed your child's grades either online or via the mail. If you are having trouble accessing your grades, send me an email with your current login information so I can check it for accuracy.
• Students working in the Red Fern Read Ahead Group must continue reading The Call of the Wild and then begin writing their essay. The essay is due on Friday, February 5.
• Verb Differentiation: Keep up with your verb due dates and expectations.
• Students will take a Chapter 4 VERBS test on Thursday, January 28.
• Students will take a Red Fern Vocabulary Test (chapters 12-20) on Monday February 1.
• The final Red Fern Comprehension Test will be on Tuesday, February 2.
• Spring Conferences are on Thursday, February 4. Scheduled conference times were verbally given to students home to write in planners on Friday. You will receive a written confirmation on Tuesday.
• Our school started Penny Wars last week to raise money for the Haiti Relief Fund. Bring in your pennies and paper currency for your advisory and silver coins to bomb☺ other advisories.
• The February Reading Log is due on Tuesday, February 12. Don’t forget signatures!!!
Monday, January 25 - NO SCHOOL: Teacher Institute Day
Tuesday, January 26
Read Chapter 17
Comprehension Questions Chapters 16/17
Vocabulary Chapters 19/20
Vocabra Word Story: Topic = Pranks Due Friday
Homework: Read Red Fern Chapter 18. Finish Vocabra Word Story.
Finish Classwork
Do Verb Study Guide
Wednesday, January 27
Read Chapter 19
VERB Jeopardy
Homework: Study for Verb Test- you can bring home a Language Network Book to study with if you would like!
Thursday, January 28 (Stuffing DAY!!!)
Verb TEST
Read Chapter 20
Cloze Vocabulary (End of Packet)
Spelling Race
Homework: Study for Vocabra Tests
Friday, January 29
List #9 Vocabra Tests
Introduce Research Assignment and Parent Letter
Introduce Persuasive Writing Packet
Homework: Have a SUPER WEEKEND!
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