week of February 2

In reading and language arts will be reading the story Flowers for Algernon and begin practicing for ISATs that are in March. In math we will be taking the Geometry test in two parts. Monday will cover sections 8.1 - 8.5 and Tuesday will cover 8.6-8.8. Students are allowed to have one notecard of notes (front only) for each day.

PACK THE PLACE is Wednesday, February 4 and Thursday, February 5. Come support the girls and boys basketball teams!!

week of january 19

In reading class we will be finishing The Outsiders. Overall, as expected, the students have really enjoyed reading this novel. The final test will be on Friday, January 23. In language arts on Monday we will be reviewing the format for a play. This will help the students prepare to write their own play in class. Students will work in groups to create a play which includes a character list, scene descriptions and an overall theme. Students will be given class time to work on their plays and presentation will begin later in the week of January 26. Students will be given a rubric and list of expectations on Tuesday, January 20.

Reminder....the Ball room dance will be on Friday, January 23 in the afternoon!

Happy 2009!

Hopefully everyone had a wonderful holiday season and was able to relax and enjoy some time with your family. In reading we are continuing to read The Outsiders and should finish in the next few weeks. In math the 8th graders took the test for Chapter 6. On Monday we will be beginning Chapter 8.... Geometry!!!!

Due to the snow day on the Friday before break, the Ballroom Dance has been rescheduled for Friday, January 23 in the afternoon. Also, on your calendars, mark down that graduation pictures for January 29.