Here are your assignments for the week of 9/25 to 9/29/2023
Monday (9/25)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. Digital Journal Check on 9/26/23! (Remember, a Digital Journal Check is a test grade.) Picture Day is Wednesday! Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Student Work Day. Mr. Reed will hold student-teacher conferences. Learners will continue to working on "The Big Finish" (due 9/22/23), the Research and Exploration Homework (due 9/26/23), their Digital Journals (due 9/26/23), or their Mission to Mars Presentation due 9/27/23. If you do not finish all of your work today, no worries. I will provide you with on last student work day on Monday (9/25/23).
Help from Mr. Reed: Make sure that your Digital Journal is in order. Each entry will count 10 points. Your entries will be graded based upon completion and the quality of your work. You must have a prompt for each entry. Proofread your work.
Research and Exploration Homework due 9/26/2023
A mission to Mars is real! Spend at least one hour reading about NASA's MARS Exploration Program and other upcoming endeavors to send humans Mars in the very near future. Place newly acquired/learned information in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10. I will be looking for information about the planet, atmosphere, planetary resources, past/present/future missions to Mars, technologies used to observe/explore Mars, and other additional amazing facts. If you have any extra time, consider listening to the Mars Podcasts, view images of Mars captured by the Perseverance Rover, watch Mars in a Minute, and read "Pop Culture Mars." (Note: Most of the aforementioned items can be founds on the NASA Science Mars Exploration website.
Homework-"The Big Finish" by 9/22/23. Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. (6th period-your Mission to Mars Presentation is due 9/22/23.) Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28.
Tuesday(9/26)
Click here for the Morning Announcements. Digital Journal checks begin today! (Remember, a Digital Journal Check is a test grade.) Picture Day is Wednesday! Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
1st/4th/7th period-Student Work Period. Today is your last student work day. Use it wisely to work on your group projects or on missing, present, and future assignments. Mr. Reed will also finish up with last week's student conferences today.
6th period-Your Google Class Doc was reset. Please review your period's GCD to ensure all links have been successfully submitted. Your Book Talk column should contain the name of your book and author. The book's title should be linked to a webpage that provides viewers with a summary of your novel.
Lunch w/Mr. Poff- Yosmanny, Kamani, Poppy, Madison, Eric, Maha, Darius, Ivan, Elune, Matthew, Sterling, America, Alexandra, Alexander, Thomas, Denis, Ansu, Adan, and Issac.
Homework-Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due 10/3).
Digital Journal
Click here to learn how to create a Digital Journal and share/submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc. (Follow Steps 1-5.)
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Wednesday(9/27)
Click here for the Morning Announcements. Picture Day is today; we go at 2:00 p.m. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Create and complete Quickwrite 12 in your Digital Journals. Introduction to our Personal Narrative Learning Module. As a class, we read and discussed the personal narrative "Silent But Deadly" (student model). Afterwards, students began working on Investigative Reading: The Narrative assignment (due 9/29).
Lunch w/Mr. Poff- Yosmanny, Kamani, Poppy, Madison, Eric, Maha, Darius, Ivan, Elune, Matthew, Sterling, America, Alexandra, Alexander, Thomas, Denis, Ansu, Adan, Issac,
Homework-Remember your Mission to Mars Presentation are due today (9/27/23). Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due 10/3).
Quickwrite 12
1. What is a personal narrative? (Feel free to provide the denotation or define the literary term in your own words.)
2. Why do you think people write personal narratives?
3. What things should a great personal narrative contain?
Resources
Thursday(9/28)
Click here for the Morning Announcements. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. (Time is running out.) Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Mission to Mars Reflection. Mission to Mars Presentations.
Homework-Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due 10/3). Digital Plot Diagram (due 10/10/23).
Reflection 13
1. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest, how satisfied are you with your group's Mission to Mars presentation? (Explain your rating.)
2. Using that same rating scale, how well did your group work together to complete this STEM activity? (Explain your rating. Consider the efforts and work ethics of all in your group.)
3. Evaluating your personal performance, how would you rate your contribution to the group's presentation? (Do you feel as though you did more or less work than your counterparts? Explain your rating. Remember, the scale is 1 to 5.)
4. What real world connections does this particular assignment reflect? (Consider the requirements for completing the task from start to finish.)
Mission to Mars Presentations
1st period-Click here to enter your group's Mission to Mars presentation
4th period-Click here to enter your group's Mission to Mars presentation
6th period-Click here to enter your group's Mission to Mars presentation
7th period-Click here to enter your group's Mission to Mars presentation
Resources
Plot Diagram Template 1
Friday
1st period-Mission to Mars presentations.
4th/5th/6th/7th period-Student Work Day/Fun Friday. Students who are failing a class or more, were given the opportunity to make up any missing, incomplete, or late work. Students who are passing all classes chose an after activity (mural painting in the courtyard, movie room, or outdoor games).
CommonLit Class Codes
Click here to enroll in CommonLit for Mr. Reed's ELA classes. Use the appropriate class codes below to access your period's ELA class.
1st period-49WTRQX9
4th period-N88ADJS5
5th period- 8M7BGDAJ (Only join this class with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period- C2BM2LY5
7th period (Group A)-ADKJQN5W
7th period (Group B)-RQKCC79B
Homework-Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due 10/3).
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. Digital Journal Check on 9/26/23! (Remember, a Digital Journal Check is a test grade.) Picture Day is Wednesday! Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Student Work Day. Mr. Reed will hold student-teacher conferences. Learners will continue to working on "The Big Finish" (due 9/22/23), the Research and Exploration Homework (due 9/26/23), their Digital Journals (due 9/26/23), or their Mission to Mars Presentation due 9/27/23. If you do not finish all of your work today, no worries. I will provide you with on last student work day on Monday (9/25/23).
Help from Mr. Reed: Make sure that your Digital Journal is in order. Each entry will count 10 points. Your entries will be graded based upon completion and the quality of your work. You must have a prompt for each entry. Proofread your work.
Research and Exploration Homework due 9/26/2023
A mission to Mars is real! Spend at least one hour reading about NASA's MARS Exploration Program and other upcoming endeavors to send humans Mars in the very near future. Place newly acquired/learned information in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10. I will be looking for information about the planet, atmosphere, planetary resources, past/present/future missions to Mars, technologies used to observe/explore Mars, and other additional amazing facts. If you have any extra time, consider listening to the Mars Podcasts, view images of Mars captured by the Perseverance Rover, watch Mars in a Minute, and read "Pop Culture Mars." (Note: Most of the aforementioned items can be founds on the NASA Science Mars Exploration website.
Homework-"The Big Finish" by 9/22/23. Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. (6th period-your Mission to Mars Presentation is due 9/22/23.) Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28.
Tuesday(9/26)
Click here for the Morning Announcements. Digital Journal checks begin today! (Remember, a Digital Journal Check is a test grade.) Picture Day is Wednesday! Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
1st/4th/7th period-Student Work Period. Today is your last student work day. Use it wisely to work on your group projects or on missing, present, and future assignments. Mr. Reed will also finish up with last week's student conferences today.
6th period-Your Google Class Doc was reset. Please review your period's GCD to ensure all links have been successfully submitted. Your Book Talk column should contain the name of your book and author. The book's title should be linked to a webpage that provides viewers with a summary of your novel.
Lunch w/Mr. Poff- Yosmanny, Kamani, Poppy, Madison, Eric, Maha, Darius, Ivan, Elune, Matthew, Sterling, America, Alexandra, Alexander, Thomas, Denis, Ansu, Adan, and Issac.
Homework-Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due 10/3).
Digital Journal
Click here to learn how to create a Digital Journal and share/submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc. (Follow Steps 1-5.)
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Wednesday(9/27)
Click here for the Morning Announcements. Picture Day is today; we go at 2:00 p.m. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Create and complete Quickwrite 12 in your Digital Journals. Introduction to our Personal Narrative Learning Module. As a class, we read and discussed the personal narrative "Silent But Deadly" (student model). Afterwards, students began working on Investigative Reading: The Narrative assignment (due 9/29).
Lunch w/Mr. Poff- Yosmanny, Kamani, Poppy, Madison, Eric, Maha, Darius, Ivan, Elune, Matthew, Sterling, America, Alexandra, Alexander, Thomas, Denis, Ansu, Adan, Issac,
Homework-Remember your Mission to Mars Presentation are due today (9/27/23). Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due 10/3).
Quickwrite 12
1. What is a personal narrative? (Feel free to provide the denotation or define the literary term in your own words.)
2. Why do you think people write personal narratives?
3. What things should a great personal narrative contain?
Resources
Thursday(9/28)
Click here for the Morning Announcements. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. (Time is running out.) Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Mission to Mars Reflection. Mission to Mars Presentations.
Homework-Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due 10/3). Digital Plot Diagram (due 10/10/23).
Reflection 13
1. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest, how satisfied are you with your group's Mission to Mars presentation? (Explain your rating.)
2. Using that same rating scale, how well did your group work together to complete this STEM activity? (Explain your rating. Consider the efforts and work ethics of all in your group.)
3. Evaluating your personal performance, how would you rate your contribution to the group's presentation? (Do you feel as though you did more or less work than your counterparts? Explain your rating. Remember, the scale is 1 to 5.)
4. What real world connections does this particular assignment reflect? (Consider the requirements for completing the task from start to finish.)
Mission to Mars Presentations
1st period-Click here to enter your group's Mission to Mars presentation
4th period-Click here to enter your group's Mission to Mars presentation
6th period-Click here to enter your group's Mission to Mars presentation
7th period-Click here to enter your group's Mission to Mars presentation
Resources
Plot Diagram Template 1
Friday
1st period-Mission to Mars presentations.
4th/5th/6th/7th period-Student Work Day/Fun Friday. Students who are failing a class or more, were given the opportunity to make up any missing, incomplete, or late work. Students who are passing all classes chose an after activity (mural painting in the courtyard, movie room, or outdoor games).
CommonLit Class Codes
Click here to enroll in CommonLit for Mr. Reed's ELA classes. Use the appropriate class codes below to access your period's ELA class.
1st period-49WTRQX9
4th period-N88ADJS5
5th period- 8M7BGDAJ (Only join this class with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period- C2BM2LY5
7th period (Group A)-ADKJQN5W
7th period (Group B)-RQKCC79B
Homework-Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due 10/3).
Book Talk Updates
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/18 to 9/22/2023
Monday (9/18)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. The team is treating all 8D students to lunch to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day. This Friday is Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23.
Last Call: Today is the last day to complete any missing/late work.
All periods-Use this period to complete your CommonLit assignments. It's due today and many of you have not completed the articles/readings. You will receive a zero if your work is not completed by the due date. (Today is the due date!). Students who have completed all of their assignments will continue working in their Mission to Mars Learning Module. All student groups should be at the Instructions/Task section.
Homework-Log into CommonLit and read/complete "The Big Finish" by 9/22. Make sure you have completed all missing/late work by tonight.
Need Help Completing Missing/Late Work?
Digital Journal
Click here to learn how to create a Digital Journal and share/submit a link to your work. (Follow Steps 1-5.)
CommonLit Class Codes
Click here to enroll in CommonLit for Mr. Reed's ELA classes. Use the appropriate class codes below to access your period's ELA class.
1st period-ZBE7P3D
4th period-7YRL8R5
5th period- JZ6LNL7 (Only join this class with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period- Y7NWLZK
7th period (Group A)-DG3YYZ6
7th period (Group B)-QBVEEBL
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Book Talk Help
Click here to use Find A Book's Lexile and Quantile Tools webpage. This page will allow you to use their Search by Interest tool which will suggest books you may be interested in based up your selected likes/interests. You can also use their Search by Measure tool to locate book's Lexile score or find books within your Lexile range. (Enter your book's author, author, or ISBN number in the Quicksearch.)
Signing Up for Quizlet
Use these instructions to sign up for Quizlet and join your class' group. If you are familiar with using Quizlet, simply click on your period's join link and add yourself to the class.
Quizlet Join Link for 1st Period
Quizlet Join Link for 4th Period
Quizlet Join Link for 6th Period
Quizlet Join Link for 7th Period
Quizlet Join Link for ELT/Tutorial
Tuesday(9/19)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. This Friday is Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Lakeside High School Parade this Friday at 9:15 a.m. in the HMS Hallways. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Continue working in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. All student groups should be at the Instructions/Task section. Complete your Mission to Mars Crew List and upload it to your period's Google Class Doc.
Homework-Log into CommonLit and read/complete "The Big Finish" by 9/22.
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
CommonLit Results
Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could
4th period-88%
Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet
4th period-86%
Are Humans Really Headed to Mars Anytime Soon?
4th period-77%
Wednesday(9/20)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. This Friday is Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Lakeside High School Parade this Friday at 9:15 a.m. in the HMS Hallways. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Continue working in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. All student groups should be at the Instructions/Task section of the learning module. Read Factors for Consideration before making and entering your final selections in your Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. Note: Each group member is responsible for sharing an individual link to their selection chart. Read How to Present in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. Start working on creating your presentation with your group members. If needed, open some of the Presentation Examples to review similar projects that have been turned in for this STEM activity. Submit a link to your presentation on your period's Google Class Doc. Place a link to your presentation under the X of the Mission to Mars Crew Selection column (on your period's Google Class Doc). Change the text of your presentation link to a P (instead of an X).
Homework-Crew Mission to Mars Selection Chart due 9/21/23. Log into CommonLit; read/complete "The Big Finish" by 9/22/23. Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. (6th period-your Mission to Mars Presentation is due 9/22/23.) Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28.
Thursday(9/21)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. This Friday is Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Lakeside High School Parade this Friday at 9:15 a.m. in the HMS Hallways. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Continue working in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. All student groups should be at the Instructions/Task section of the learning module. Read Factors for Consideration before making and entering your final selections in your Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. Note: Each group member is responsible for sharing an individual link to their selection chart. Read How to Present in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. Start working on creating your presentation with your group members. If needed, open some of the Presentation Examples to review similar projects that have been turned in for this STEM activity. Submit a link to your presentation on your period's Google Class Doc. Place a link to your presentation under the X of the Mission to Mars Crew Selection column (on your period's Google Class Doc). Change the text of your presentation link to a P (instead of an X).
Research and Exploration Homework-A mission to Mars is real! Spend at least one hour reading about NASA's MARS Exploration Program and other upcoming endeavors to send humans Mars in the very near future. Place newly acquired/learned information in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10. I will be looking for information about the planet, atmosphere, planetary resources, past/present/future missions to Mars, technologies used to observe/explore Mars, and other additional amazing facts. If you have any extra time, consider listening to the Mars Podcasts, view images of Mars captured by the Perseverance Rover, watch Mars in a Minute, and read "Pop Culture Mars." (Note: Most of the aforementioned items can be founds on the NASA Science Mars Exploration website.
Homework-Crew Mission to Mars Selection Chart due 9/21/23. Log into CommonLit; read/complete "The Big Finish" by 9/22/23. Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. (6th period-your Mission to Mars Presentation is due 9/22/23.) Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28.
Friday (9/22)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. Lakeside High School Parade this Friday at 9:15 a.m. in the HMS Hallways. Today is Pizza Friday. Students who ordered pizza can pick up their lunch from Mr. Reed at 12:00 p.m. Digital Journal Check on 9/26/23! (Remember, a Digital Journal Check is a test grade.) Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
Homecoming Nominations: If you are interested in running for Homecoming Court, please write your name on a sheet of paper and give it to Mr. Reed in 4th period. We will vote at the end of class. Click here to nominate a homecoming king and queen from our team.
All periods-Student Work Day. Mr. Reed will hold student-teacher conferences. Learners will continue to working on "The Big Finish" (due 9/22/23), the Research and Exploration Homework (due 9/26/23), their Digital Journals (due 9/26/23), or their Mission to Mars Presentation due 9/27/23. If you do not finish all of your work today, no worries. I will provide you with on last student work day on Monday (9/25/23).
Help from Mr. Reed: Make sure that your Digital Journal is in order. Each entry will count 10 points. Your entries will be graded based upon completion and the quality of your work. You must have a prompt for each entry. Proofread your work.
Research and Exploration Homework due 9/26/2023
A mission to Mars is real! Spend at least one hour reading about NASA's MARS Exploration Program and other upcoming endeavors to send humans Mars in the very near future. Place newly acquired/learned information in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10. I will be looking for information about the planet, atmosphere, planetary resources, past/present/future missions to Mars, technologies used to observe/explore Mars, and other additional amazing facts. If you have any extra time, consider listening to the Mars Podcasts, view images of Mars captured by the Perseverance Rover, watch Mars in a Minute, and read "Pop Culture Mars." (Note: Most of the aforementioned items can be founds on the NASA Science Mars Exploration website.
Homework-"The Big Finish" by 9/22/23. Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. (6th period-your Mission to Mars Presentation is due 9/22/23.) Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28.
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. The team is treating all 8D students to lunch to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day. This Friday is Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23.
Last Call: Today is the last day to complete any missing/late work.
All periods-Use this period to complete your CommonLit assignments. It's due today and many of you have not completed the articles/readings. You will receive a zero if your work is not completed by the due date. (Today is the due date!). Students who have completed all of their assignments will continue working in their Mission to Mars Learning Module. All student groups should be at the Instructions/Task section.
Homework-Log into CommonLit and read/complete "The Big Finish" by 9/22. Make sure you have completed all missing/late work by tonight.
Need Help Completing Missing/Late Work?
Digital Journal
Click here to learn how to create a Digital Journal and share/submit a link to your work. (Follow Steps 1-5.)
CommonLit Class Codes
Click here to enroll in CommonLit for Mr. Reed's ELA classes. Use the appropriate class codes below to access your period's ELA class.
1st period-ZBE7P3D
4th period-7YRL8R5
5th period- JZ6LNL7 (Only join this class with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period- Y7NWLZK
7th period (Group A)-DG3YYZ6
7th period (Group B)-QBVEEBL
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Book Talk Help
Click here to use Find A Book's Lexile and Quantile Tools webpage. This page will allow you to use their Search by Interest tool which will suggest books you may be interested in based up your selected likes/interests. You can also use their Search by Measure tool to locate book's Lexile score or find books within your Lexile range. (Enter your book's author, author, or ISBN number in the Quicksearch.)
Signing Up for Quizlet
Use these instructions to sign up for Quizlet and join your class' group. If you are familiar with using Quizlet, simply click on your period's join link and add yourself to the class.
Quizlet Join Link for 1st Period
Quizlet Join Link for 4th Period
Quizlet Join Link for 6th Period
Quizlet Join Link for 7th Period
Quizlet Join Link for ELT/Tutorial
Tuesday(9/19)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. This Friday is Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Lakeside High School Parade this Friday at 9:15 a.m. in the HMS Hallways. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Continue working in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. All student groups should be at the Instructions/Task section. Complete your Mission to Mars Crew List and upload it to your period's Google Class Doc.
Homework-Log into CommonLit and read/complete "The Big Finish" by 9/22.
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
CommonLit Results
Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could
4th period-88%
Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet
4th period-86%
Are Humans Really Headed to Mars Anytime Soon?
4th period-77%
Wednesday(9/20)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. This Friday is Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Lakeside High School Parade this Friday at 9:15 a.m. in the HMS Hallways. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Continue working in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. All student groups should be at the Instructions/Task section of the learning module. Read Factors for Consideration before making and entering your final selections in your Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. Note: Each group member is responsible for sharing an individual link to their selection chart. Read How to Present in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. Start working on creating your presentation with your group members. If needed, open some of the Presentation Examples to review similar projects that have been turned in for this STEM activity. Submit a link to your presentation on your period's Google Class Doc. Place a link to your presentation under the X of the Mission to Mars Crew Selection column (on your period's Google Class Doc). Change the text of your presentation link to a P (instead of an X).
Homework-Crew Mission to Mars Selection Chart due 9/21/23. Log into CommonLit; read/complete "The Big Finish" by 9/22/23. Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. (6th period-your Mission to Mars Presentation is due 9/22/23.) Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28.
Thursday(9/21)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. This Friday is Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Lakeside High School Parade this Friday at 9:15 a.m. in the HMS Hallways. Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
All periods-Continue working in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. All student groups should be at the Instructions/Task section of the learning module. Read Factors for Consideration before making and entering your final selections in your Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. Note: Each group member is responsible for sharing an individual link to their selection chart. Read How to Present in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. Start working on creating your presentation with your group members. If needed, open some of the Presentation Examples to review similar projects that have been turned in for this STEM activity. Submit a link to your presentation on your period's Google Class Doc. Place a link to your presentation under the X of the Mission to Mars Crew Selection column (on your period's Google Class Doc). Change the text of your presentation link to a P (instead of an X).
Research and Exploration Homework-A mission to Mars is real! Spend at least one hour reading about NASA's MARS Exploration Program and other upcoming endeavors to send humans Mars in the very near future. Place newly acquired/learned information in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10. I will be looking for information about the planet, atmosphere, planetary resources, past/present/future missions to Mars, technologies used to observe/explore Mars, and other additional amazing facts. If you have any extra time, consider listening to the Mars Podcasts, view images of Mars captured by the Perseverance Rover, watch Mars in a Minute, and read "Pop Culture Mars." (Note: Most of the aforementioned items can be founds on the NASA Science Mars Exploration website.
Homework-Crew Mission to Mars Selection Chart due 9/21/23. Log into CommonLit; read/complete "The Big Finish" by 9/22/23. Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. (6th period-your Mission to Mars Presentation is due 9/22/23.) Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28.
Friday (9/22)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. Lakeside High School Parade this Friday at 9:15 a.m. in the HMS Hallways. Today is Pizza Friday. Students who ordered pizza can pick up their lunch from Mr. Reed at 12:00 p.m. Digital Journal Check on 9/26/23! (Remember, a Digital Journal Check is a test grade.) Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23. Purchase a personal copy of Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. We will begin using this book for our first literary dissection the week of 10/10/2023.
Homecoming Nominations: If you are interested in running for Homecoming Court, please write your name on a sheet of paper and give it to Mr. Reed in 4th period. We will vote at the end of class. Click here to nominate a homecoming king and queen from our team.
All periods-Student Work Day. Mr. Reed will hold student-teacher conferences. Learners will continue to working on "The Big Finish" (due 9/22/23), the Research and Exploration Homework (due 9/26/23), their Digital Journals (due 9/26/23), or their Mission to Mars Presentation due 9/27/23. If you do not finish all of your work today, no worries. I will provide you with on last student work day on Monday (9/25/23).
Help from Mr. Reed: Make sure that your Digital Journal is in order. Each entry will count 10 points. Your entries will be graded based upon completion and the quality of your work. You must have a prompt for each entry. Proofread your work.
Research and Exploration Homework due 9/26/2023
A mission to Mars is real! Spend at least one hour reading about NASA's MARS Exploration Program and other upcoming endeavors to send humans Mars in the very near future. Place newly acquired/learned information in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10. I will be looking for information about the planet, atmosphere, planetary resources, past/present/future missions to Mars, technologies used to observe/explore Mars, and other additional amazing facts. If you have any extra time, consider listening to the Mars Podcasts, view images of Mars captured by the Perseverance Rover, watch Mars in a Minute, and read "Pop Culture Mars." (Note: Most of the aforementioned items can be founds on the NASA Science Mars Exploration website.
Homework-"The Big Finish" by 9/22/23. Complete your Mission to Mars Presentation by 9/27/23. (6th period-your Mission to Mars Presentation is due 9/22/23.) Research and Exploration Homework (due by 9/26/23). Continue reading your novel. (You should be close to finishing your book.) We will begin preparing/practicing Book Talk presentations on 9/28.
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/11 to 9/15/2023
Monday (9/11)
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. Today is our last day using the modified instructional schedule. This means you will go to your regular 6th period during 1st period, 7th period during 4th, and 5th period during 5th. However, in 6th and 7th period, you will complete the Science MAP Test. 1st and 4th period will not have classes today. Read the instructions below and follow the directions to complete your assigned work. If you have any questions, let me know (in person or through email).
Friendly Reminder: Today is our last Student Work Day. Use your class period to complete any missing/late work or receive help from Mr. Reed and Ms. Fauntleroy.
All periods-Today is a Student Work Day. We will use our class periods to get organized, complete/submit missing assignments/late work, and get help with from peers/Mr. Reed.
Homework-See Progress Check.
Reflection 9
Use your period's testing links (see below) to review your performance on the "Sorry, Wrong Number" and "The Hitchhiker" assessments.
1. How did you do on your test over “Sorry, Wrong Number”? Explain your performance. Include what you did well and where you need to improve.
2. How did you do on your test over “The Hitchhiker”? Explain your performance. Explain your performance. Include what you did well and where you need to improve.
(Note: In your reflection, you should include your score, if you are pleased or displeased with it, the concepts you did well on, what areas need improvement, and what you will do in the future to prepare for your next test.)
Progress Check
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
CommonLit Class Codes
Click here to enroll in CommonLit for Mr. Reed's ELA classes. Use the appropriate class codes below to access your period's ELA class.
1st period-ZBE7P3D
4th period-7YRL8R5
5th period- JZ6LNL7 (Only join this class with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period- Y7NWLZK
7th period (Group A)-DG3YYZ6
7th period (Group B)-QBVEEBL
The Results are In . . .
Sorry, Wrong Number Test Class Averages
1st period-83.5%
4th period-91.2%
6th period-78.8%
7th period (Group A)-71.0%
7th period (Group B)-74.7%
1st period-Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
4th period- Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
6th period- Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
7th period (Group A)- Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
7th period (Group B)- Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
The Hitchhiker Test Class Averages
1st period-75.1%
4th period-92.5%
6th period-76.8%
7th period (Group A)-70.6%
7th period (Group B)-
1st period-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
4th period-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
6th period-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
7th period (Group A)-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
7th period (Group B)-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
Tuesday (9/12)
All periods-Reviewed yesterday's Progress Check to ensure students are aware of past, current, and upcoming assignments and due dates. Students also received a clear and detailed review of their Book Talk project. (Note: All students should have read "What is a Book Talk" and "How to Get Started" in the Book Talk Learning Module.)
1st/6th period-Students used this period to review yesterday's Progress Check and ensure all assignments/tasks were completed. All Google Class Doc links are due by tomorrow. Discussion on Book Talk expectations.
4th period-Discussion on Book Talk expectations. Students learned how to create tables and insert graphic organizers in their Digital Journals. This group was assigned KWL Chart 10 to complete.
7th period-Discussion on Book Talk expectations. Group B will take The Hitchhiker Test on Wednesday (9/13). Reflection 9 will be due 9/15.
Homework-Reflection 9 (due 9/14) and KWL Chart 10 (9/14). Check your Digital Journal (DJ) for mistakes and errors. Make any necessary revisions to ensure your DJ organized, neat, and structured. (Review the Digital Journal Tips for advice on making sure your DJ meets class expectations.) Log into Quizlet and study "The Crowd" vocabulary set. (That's the next story we will be studying.) Continue reading your selected novel. (We'll begin preparing for our Book Talk presentations towards the end of the month). See today's resource on Book Talk Help if you need assistance finding/selecting a book.
KWL Chart 10
Task: Create a Mars KWL Chart. The KWL Chart should be 3x2 (three columns and two rows). Review slides 5 and 6 in the Pre-Assessment section of the Mission to Mars Learning Module, for step-by-step instructions (slide show) to assist you with constructing your Mars KWL Chart. After creating your KWL Chart, fill in the What I Know and What I Want to Know sections of your graphic organizer.
Book Talk Help
Click here to use Find A Book's Lexile and Quantile Tools webpage. This page will allow you to use their Search by Interest tool which will suggest books you may be interested in based up your selected likes/interests. You can also use their Search by Measure tool to locate book's Lexile score or find books within your Lexile range. (Enter your book's author, author, or ISBN number in the Quicksearch.)
Wednesday
1st period- Discussion on Book Talk expectations. Book Talk practice with Ms. Fauntleroy. Students learned how to create tables and insert graphic organizers in their Digital Journals (w/Mr. Reed). This group was assigned KWL Chart 10 to complete. (Fil in the "What I Know" and "What I Want to Know" sections of your Mars KWL Chart.)
4th period-Quickwrite 11. Class reviewed shared the "What I Know" sections of their KWL Chart 10.Watch "Could Humans Live on Mars?" and input new information learned about the Red Planet into KWL Chart 10.
Quickwrite 11
Homework-Review Monday's Progress Check. Make sure you have entered Reflection 9, KWL Chart 10, and Quickwrite 11 in your Digital Journal. (Complete those journal entries by their listed due dates.) Complete "Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could"; "Are Humans Really Headed To Mars Anytime Soon?"; and "Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet" in CommonLit by 9/18. Remember to place new information learned in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10.
Resources
Announcements- Click here for the Morning Announcements. Today is our last day using the modified instructional schedule. This means you will go to your regular 6th period during 1st period, 7th period during 4th, and 5th period during 5th. However, in 6th and 7th period, you will complete the Science MAP Test. 1st and 4th period will not have classes today. Read the instructions below and follow the directions to complete your assigned work. If you have any questions, let me know (in person or through email).
Friendly Reminder: Today is our last Student Work Day. Use your class period to complete any missing/late work or receive help from Mr. Reed and Ms. Fauntleroy.
All periods-Today is a Student Work Day. We will use our class periods to get organized, complete/submit missing assignments/late work, and get help with from peers/Mr. Reed.
Homework-See Progress Check.
Reflection 9
Use your period's testing links (see below) to review your performance on the "Sorry, Wrong Number" and "The Hitchhiker" assessments.
1. How did you do on your test over “Sorry, Wrong Number”? Explain your performance. Include what you did well and where you need to improve.
2. How did you do on your test over “The Hitchhiker”? Explain your performance. Explain your performance. Include what you did well and where you need to improve.
(Note: In your reflection, you should include your score, if you are pleased or displeased with it, the concepts you did well on, what areas need improvement, and what you will do in the future to prepare for your next test.)
Progress Check
- Click here for help creating your Digital Journal (DJ) and reviewing the journal entries your should currently include. Add and complete any missing entries. As of today, you should have a total of eight entries. Make sure that a link to your DJ has been entered correctly to your period's Google Class Doc by the end of your class period on 9/8/23. All nine journal entries are due by Wednesday (9/13/23). When you reach journal entry #10, you will have a journal check, which is a test grade. There are no make-ups for journal checks. Get your DJ in order now. #ThankMeLater
- Adjust journal entry #3 to include Explicate 3a and Quickwrite 3b. Use the Digital Journal menu page to copy and paste the journal entries.
- Make sure that you have shared a link to your DJ (with the proper permissions/settings) on your period's Google Class Doc. I should have editing access to your DJ so that I can provide you with commentary, feedback, and grades/scores. Click here if you need assistance with using or sharing links.
- If you have not submitted your CommonLit Reading Assessment, it is not late and you have earned a zero! (Please see Mr. Reed regarding late work/extra credit opportunities.)
- Complete The Hitchhiker Foreshadowing Graphic Organizer by 9/12/23. (This assignment should be submitted on your period's Google Class Doc.)
- Add your book talk information on your period's Google Class Doc. You will need to place the title of your book and the author's name under the Book Talk column on your period's Google Class Doc. Spend a moment researching your book on the Internet. When you have found a great webpage/website that provides readers with an introduction and summary to your book (due 9/13/2023). See my example on your period's Google Class Doc for a visual.
- Log into Quizlet and study "The Crowd" vocabulary set. (This the next story we will be studying.) You should also review The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set to ensure your remember those learned vocabulary words.
- Continue reading your selected novel. (We'll begin preparing for our Book Talk presentations towards the end of the month).
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
CommonLit Class Codes
Click here to enroll in CommonLit for Mr. Reed's ELA classes. Use the appropriate class codes below to access your period's ELA class.
1st period-ZBE7P3D
4th period-7YRL8R5
5th period- JZ6LNL7 (Only join this class with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period- Y7NWLZK
7th period (Group A)-DG3YYZ6
7th period (Group B)-QBVEEBL
The Results are In . . .
Sorry, Wrong Number Test Class Averages
1st period-83.5%
4th period-91.2%
6th period-78.8%
7th period (Group A)-71.0%
7th period (Group B)-74.7%
1st period-Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
4th period- Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
6th period- Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
7th period (Group A)- Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
7th period (Group B)- Click here to view your assessment over "Sorry, Wrong Number."
The Hitchhiker Test Class Averages
1st period-75.1%
4th period-92.5%
6th period-76.8%
7th period (Group A)-70.6%
7th period (Group B)-
1st period-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
4th period-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
6th period-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
7th period (Group A)-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
7th period (Group B)-Click here to view your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
Tuesday (9/12)
All periods-Reviewed yesterday's Progress Check to ensure students are aware of past, current, and upcoming assignments and due dates. Students also received a clear and detailed review of their Book Talk project. (Note: All students should have read "What is a Book Talk" and "How to Get Started" in the Book Talk Learning Module.)
1st/6th period-Students used this period to review yesterday's Progress Check and ensure all assignments/tasks were completed. All Google Class Doc links are due by tomorrow. Discussion on Book Talk expectations.
4th period-Discussion on Book Talk expectations. Students learned how to create tables and insert graphic organizers in their Digital Journals. This group was assigned KWL Chart 10 to complete.
7th period-Discussion on Book Talk expectations. Group B will take The Hitchhiker Test on Wednesday (9/13). Reflection 9 will be due 9/15.
Homework-Reflection 9 (due 9/14) and KWL Chart 10 (9/14). Check your Digital Journal (DJ) for mistakes and errors. Make any necessary revisions to ensure your DJ organized, neat, and structured. (Review the Digital Journal Tips for advice on making sure your DJ meets class expectations.) Log into Quizlet and study "The Crowd" vocabulary set. (That's the next story we will be studying.) Continue reading your selected novel. (We'll begin preparing for our Book Talk presentations towards the end of the month). See today's resource on Book Talk Help if you need assistance finding/selecting a book.
KWL Chart 10
Task: Create a Mars KWL Chart. The KWL Chart should be 3x2 (three columns and two rows). Review slides 5 and 6 in the Pre-Assessment section of the Mission to Mars Learning Module, for step-by-step instructions (slide show) to assist you with constructing your Mars KWL Chart. After creating your KWL Chart, fill in the What I Know and What I Want to Know sections of your graphic organizer.
Book Talk Help
Click here to use Find A Book's Lexile and Quantile Tools webpage. This page will allow you to use their Search by Interest tool which will suggest books you may be interested in based up your selected likes/interests. You can also use their Search by Measure tool to locate book's Lexile score or find books within your Lexile range. (Enter your book's author, author, or ISBN number in the Quicksearch.)
Wednesday
1st period- Discussion on Book Talk expectations. Book Talk practice with Ms. Fauntleroy. Students learned how to create tables and insert graphic organizers in their Digital Journals (w/Mr. Reed). This group was assigned KWL Chart 10 to complete. (Fil in the "What I Know" and "What I Want to Know" sections of your Mars KWL Chart.)
4th period-Quickwrite 11. Class reviewed shared the "What I Know" sections of their KWL Chart 10.Watch "Could Humans Live on Mars?" and input new information learned about the Red Planet into KWL Chart 10.
Quickwrite 11
- Do you think humans can live on Mars?
- Why do you think some people support the idea of colonizing Mars? (Is there a need? Human curiosity? Adventures in exploration? “To boldly go where no one has gone before”?)
- Do you think there will ever be a reason that humans will have to leave Earth to inhabit another planet?
Homework-Review Monday's Progress Check. Make sure you have entered Reflection 9, KWL Chart 10, and Quickwrite 11 in your Digital Journal. (Complete those journal entries by their listed due dates.) Complete "Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could"; "Are Humans Really Headed To Mars Anytime Soon?"; and "Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet" in CommonLit by 9/18. Remember to place new information learned in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10.
Resources
- Could Humans Live on Mars? by Top Trending
- KWL Chart 10
- "Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could" by Kedar Garzon Gupta (CommonLit/2021/Informational Text/4th Gr)
- "Are Humans Really Headed To Mars Anytime Soon?" by Nell Greenfieldboyce (CommonLit/2015/Informational Text/1120L/9th Gr)
- "Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet" by Lucianne Walkowicz (CommonLit/2015/Speech/8th Gr)
- "Should We Terraform Mars?" by Paul Scott Anderson (CommonLit//Opinion/1140L/10th Gr) 4th period only.
Thursday (9/15/2023
All periods-Students worked in their assigned Mission to Mars groups to research space exploration, the planet Mars, current issues with Earth, and the possibility/process of terraforming/colonizing Mars. 1st period watched BrainPop's video on "Mars" and Trending Topics' "Could Humans Live on Mars?" Remember to place new information learned in the "What I Learned" section of your Mars KWL Chart 10. Your KWL Chart 10 will be a separate assessment grade.
Homework-Review Monday's Progress Check. Make sure you have entered Reflection 9, KWL Chart 10, and Quickwrite 11 in your Digital Journal. (Complete those journal entries by their listed due dates.) Complete "Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could"; "Are Humans Really Headed To Mars Anytime Soon?"; and "Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet" in CommonLit by 9/18. Remember to place new information learned in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10.
Resources
Friday (9/15/2023
Announcements: Next Friday (9/22) will be a Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23.
Last Call: Today is the last day to submit missing/late work on your period's Google Class Doc. I will begin grading all assignments on Monday. All students have Chromebooks and all students have had more than enough time to receive help on missing/incomplete work.
All periods-Students will continue working in their Mission to Mars Learning Module. Read the section: Background Information. Skip over the learning assignment
1st period-Mini-lesson on Character Traits (positive vs. negative). Class read the section: "Background Information" in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. Students will begin the Instructions/Task section of the learning module on Monday.
4th/6th/7th period-Groups read the "Background Information, " reviewed "Terms to Know," and began the "Instructions/Task section of the Mission to Mars Learning Module.
Homework-None. Make sure that you have entered Reflection 9, KWL Chart 10, and Quickwrite 11 in your Digital Journal. (Complete those journal entries by their listed due dates.) Complete "Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could"; "Are Humans Really Headed To Mars Anytime Soon?"; and "Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet" in CommonLit by 9/18. Remember to place new information learned in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10.
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
All periods-Students worked in their assigned Mission to Mars groups to research space exploration, the planet Mars, current issues with Earth, and the possibility/process of terraforming/colonizing Mars. 1st period watched BrainPop's video on "Mars" and Trending Topics' "Could Humans Live on Mars?" Remember to place new information learned in the "What I Learned" section of your Mars KWL Chart 10. Your KWL Chart 10 will be a separate assessment grade.
Homework-Review Monday's Progress Check. Make sure you have entered Reflection 9, KWL Chart 10, and Quickwrite 11 in your Digital Journal. (Complete those journal entries by their listed due dates.) Complete "Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could"; "Are Humans Really Headed To Mars Anytime Soon?"; and "Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet" in CommonLit by 9/18. Remember to place new information learned in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10.
Resources
- Could Humans Live on Mars? by Top Trending
- KWL Chart 10 (Digital Journal)
- "Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could" by Kedar Garzon Gupta (CommonLit/2021/Informational Text/4th Gr)
- "Are Humans Really Headed To Mars Anytime Soon?" by Nell Greenfieldboyce (CommonLit/2015/Informational Text/1120L/9th Gr)
- "Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet" by Lucianne Walkowicz (CommonLit/2015/Speech/8th Gr)
- "Should We Terraform Mars?" by Paul Scott Anderson (CommonLit//Opinion/1140L/10th Gr) 4th period only.
Friday (9/15/2023
Announcements: Next Friday (9/22) will be a Pizza Friday. Slices of Cheese or Pepperoni are $2 each (cash only). Mr. Reed will accept pre-orders for pizza until next Thursday (9/21). Team Day money and permission slips are due 10/5/23.
Last Call: Today is the last day to submit missing/late work on your period's Google Class Doc. I will begin grading all assignments on Monday. All students have Chromebooks and all students have had more than enough time to receive help on missing/incomplete work.
All periods-Students will continue working in their Mission to Mars Learning Module. Read the section: Background Information. Skip over the learning assignment
1st period-Mini-lesson on Character Traits (positive vs. negative). Class read the section: "Background Information" in the Mission to Mars Learning Module. Students will begin the Instructions/Task section of the learning module on Monday.
4th/6th/7th period-Groups read the "Background Information, " reviewed "Terms to Know," and began the "Instructions/Task section of the Mission to Mars Learning Module.
Homework-None. Make sure that you have entered Reflection 9, KWL Chart 10, and Quickwrite 11 in your Digital Journal. (Complete those journal entries by their listed due dates.) Complete "Perseverance: The Mars Rover That Could"; "Are Humans Really Headed To Mars Anytime Soon?"; and "Let's Not Use Mars as a Backup Planet" in CommonLit by 9/18. Remember to place new information learned in the What I Learned section of your Mars KWL Chart 10.
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/5 to 9/9/2023
Monday (9/5)
All periods-No school due to Labor Day. Enjoy your day off.
Tuesday (9/6)
Announcements-Click here for the Morning Announcements. All HMS students will complete the 2023-2024 Bullying Presentation in 1st period. MAP Testing begins Wednesday (9/6) and concludes on Monday (9/11).
Bullying Presentation Make-up Session (9/14)-James K., Tahana, Denis, Carrie, Emmely E., Finn M.,
1st period-All students completed the district's mandated Bullying Presentation. Afterwards, students signed the Bullying Pledge and Student Signature Log for the 2023-2024 Bullying Presentation. Mr. Reed provided the students with another tech tutorial on sharing links and submitting them on Google Class Docs. A primary focus was placed on the permissions/settings that must be adjusted before sharing a link to ensure student privacy and editing abilities for a teacher.
Note: Students were given copies of the Bullying /Harassment/Hazing Awareness Pledge for their parent(s)/legal guardians. The awareness pledge should be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to their first period teacher.
1st period homework-Complete The Hitchhiker Foreshadowing Graphic Organizer. Complete Quickwrite 5. Play The Hitchhiker Quizizz Review Game to study for tomorrow's open notes test (8267 1939). Start/continue reading your selected novel.
4th/6th/7th period-Mr. Reed provided the students with another tech tutorial on sharing links and submitting them on Google Class Docs. A primary focus was placed on the permissions/settings that must be adjusted before sharing a link to ensure student privacy and editing abilities for a teacher. Students adjusted the permissions in their links (DJ and The Hitchhiker Questions) to check privacy and editing abilities for Mr. Reed (and Ms. Fauntleroy for 7th period students). Learners worked on completing The Hitchhiker Foreshadowing Graphic Organizer. Students received their Lexile scores (if available).
Homework-Complete The Hitchhiker Foreshadowing Graphic Organizer. Complete Quickwrite 5. Play The Hitchhiker Quizizz Review Game to study for tomorrow's open notes test (8267 1939). Start/continue reading your selected novel.
Quickwrite 5
1. What is your Lexile score?
2. What book/novel did you select to read for your September/October Book Talk? Why?
Resources
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
All periods-No school due to Labor Day. Enjoy your day off.
Tuesday (9/6)
Announcements-Click here for the Morning Announcements. All HMS students will complete the 2023-2024 Bullying Presentation in 1st period. MAP Testing begins Wednesday (9/6) and concludes on Monday (9/11).
Bullying Presentation Make-up Session (9/14)-James K., Tahana, Denis, Carrie, Emmely E., Finn M.,
1st period-All students completed the district's mandated Bullying Presentation. Afterwards, students signed the Bullying Pledge and Student Signature Log for the 2023-2024 Bullying Presentation. Mr. Reed provided the students with another tech tutorial on sharing links and submitting them on Google Class Docs. A primary focus was placed on the permissions/settings that must be adjusted before sharing a link to ensure student privacy and editing abilities for a teacher.
Note: Students were given copies of the Bullying /Harassment/Hazing Awareness Pledge for their parent(s)/legal guardians. The awareness pledge should be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to their first period teacher.
1st period homework-Complete The Hitchhiker Foreshadowing Graphic Organizer. Complete Quickwrite 5. Play The Hitchhiker Quizizz Review Game to study for tomorrow's open notes test (8267 1939). Start/continue reading your selected novel.
4th/6th/7th period-Mr. Reed provided the students with another tech tutorial on sharing links and submitting them on Google Class Docs. A primary focus was placed on the permissions/settings that must be adjusted before sharing a link to ensure student privacy and editing abilities for a teacher. Students adjusted the permissions in their links (DJ and The Hitchhiker Questions) to check privacy and editing abilities for Mr. Reed (and Ms. Fauntleroy for 7th period students). Learners worked on completing The Hitchhiker Foreshadowing Graphic Organizer. Students received their Lexile scores (if available).
Homework-Complete The Hitchhiker Foreshadowing Graphic Organizer. Complete Quickwrite 5. Play The Hitchhiker Quizizz Review Game to study for tomorrow's open notes test (8267 1939). Start/continue reading your selected novel.
Quickwrite 5
1. What is your Lexile score?
2. What book/novel did you select to read for your September/October Book Talk? Why?
Resources
- "The Hitchhiker" (1946 radio play)
- The Hitchhiker (1966 Twilight Zone)
- Instructions/tutorial for creating a digital journal (DJ)
- Instructions/tutorial for sharing private links to a Google Class Doc
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Wednesday(9/6)
Announcements-Click here for the Morning Announcements. Today we will operate on a modified instructional schedule. This means you will go to your regular 1st, 4th, and 5th periods. However, in 6th and 7th period, you will complete the Reading MAP Test. This week will be kind of crazy, but as a team, we will try our best to normalize all of the schedule adjustments. Read the instructions below carefully and follow the directions to complete your assigned work. If you have any questions, let me know (in person or through email).
Note: All students (w/the exception of 7th period) should have received their Lexile scores.
All periods-Student Work Day.
1st period-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker." After completing the test, students copied and pasted Quickwrite 5 (QW 5) and What Would You Do 6 (WWYD 6) into their Digital Journals. Mr. Reed gave students their Lexile scores to complete QW 5.
4th period-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker." After completing the test, students copied and pasted Quickwrite 5 (QW 5) and What Would You Do 6 (WWYD 6) into their Digital Journals.
Homework-Update your Digital Journal to include Quickwrite 5 and What Would You Do 6. Log into Quizlet and study "The Crowd" vocabulary set. (That's the next story we will be studying.) Continue reading your selected novel.
Quickwrite 5
1. What is your Lexile score?
2. What book/novel did you select to read for your September/October Book Talk? Why?
What Would You Do 6
You are riding along Route 66 with your family to visit distant relatives. You are surround by the hot desert, repetitive landscaping, and family members singing off tune to your parents' Today's Hits playlist. You can see an old man on the side of the road. He's dressed in a raggedy gray suit, moving extremely slow due to the heat, and looks exhausted. His thumb out, He's asking for a ride. Your parents look at each other, exchanging thoughts without saying any words. You know that your opinion can possibly be the tie breaker for their decision. What do you do (or say, if anything)?
MAP Testing Schedule (9/6 to 9/11)
Thursday (9/7/23)
Announcements-Click here for the Morning Announcements. Today we will operate on a modified instructional schedule. This means you will go to your regular 6th period during 1st period, 7th period during 4th, and 5th period during 5th. However, in 6th and 7th period, you will complete the Math MAP Test. 1st and 4th period will not have classes today. Read the instructions below and follow the directions to complete your assigned work. If you have any questions, let me know (in person or through email).
Friendly Reminder: Click here to verify your shirt size/order. Let Mr. Reed know if you have any issues/corrections.
All periods-Student Work Day. Due to our modified instructional schedule, students will work independently to complete the work outline below for their specific class period. Mr. Reed will assist learners as need, while working with individual learners and small groups of students.
1st/4th period-Copy and paste Quickwrite 5, What Would You Do 6, Reflection 7, and Interpret 8 into your Digital Journal. Complete all journal entries by 9/11/23. (Note: You will be given class time on Friday to work on your assignments.)
6th period-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker." After completing the test, students copied and pasted their journal entries into their Digital Journals. Mr. Reed gave students their Lexile scores to complete QW 5.
7th period (Group A)-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
7th period (Group B)-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
Homework-Update your Digital Journal to include Quickwrite 5, What Would You Do 6, Reflection 7, and Interpret 8. (Your Digital Journal should include all eight entries.) Add your book talk information on your period's Google Class Doc (see below for details). Log into Quizlet and study "The Crowd" vocabulary set. (That's the next story we will be studying.) Continue reading your selected novel. (We'll begin preparing for our Book Talk presentations towards the end of the month).
Book Talk Link
Place the name of your book and the author's name under the Book Talk column on your period's Google Class Doc.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Quickwrite 5
1. What is your Lexile score?
2. What book/novel did you select to read for your September/October Book Talk? Why?
What Would You Do 6
You are riding along Route 66 with your family to visit distant relatives. You are surround by the hot desert, repetitive landscaping, and family members singing off tune to your parents' Today's Hits playlist. You can see an old man on the side of the road. He's dressed in a raggedy gray suit, moving extremely slow due to the heat, and looks exhausted. His thumb out, He's asking for a ride. Your parents look at each other, exchanging thoughts without saying any words. You know that your opinion can possibly be the tie breaker for their decision. What do you do (or say, if anything)?
Reflection 7
Read both quotes. Then respond appropriately to the prompt below them. Your answer should be clear, concise, and supported with textual evidence from your selected story.
Interpret 8
1. In your own words, define antagonist. (Compare your definition of antagonist to its denotation. Make revisions to your definition as needed.)
Select the protagonist from either “Sorry, Wrong Number” or “The Hitchhiker” as a focus for your next set of questions.
2. Who is the antagonist in your selected story? Explain why.
3. Compare the quotes about fear in Reflection 7 to your definition of an antagonist. Do you think Fear would, could, and/or should be the true antagonist of your story and for your protagonist? Explain.
Announcements-Click here for the Morning Announcements. Today we will operate on a modified instructional schedule. This means you will go to your regular 1st, 4th, and 5th periods. However, in 6th and 7th period, you will complete the Reading MAP Test. This week will be kind of crazy, but as a team, we will try our best to normalize all of the schedule adjustments. Read the instructions below carefully and follow the directions to complete your assigned work. If you have any questions, let me know (in person or through email).
Note: All students (w/the exception of 7th period) should have received their Lexile scores.
All periods-Student Work Day.
1st period-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker." After completing the test, students copied and pasted Quickwrite 5 (QW 5) and What Would You Do 6 (WWYD 6) into their Digital Journals. Mr. Reed gave students their Lexile scores to complete QW 5.
4th period-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker." After completing the test, students copied and pasted Quickwrite 5 (QW 5) and What Would You Do 6 (WWYD 6) into their Digital Journals.
Homework-Update your Digital Journal to include Quickwrite 5 and What Would You Do 6. Log into Quizlet and study "The Crowd" vocabulary set. (That's the next story we will be studying.) Continue reading your selected novel.
Quickwrite 5
1. What is your Lexile score?
2. What book/novel did you select to read for your September/October Book Talk? Why?
What Would You Do 6
You are riding along Route 66 with your family to visit distant relatives. You are surround by the hot desert, repetitive landscaping, and family members singing off tune to your parents' Today's Hits playlist. You can see an old man on the side of the road. He's dressed in a raggedy gray suit, moving extremely slow due to the heat, and looks exhausted. His thumb out, He's asking for a ride. Your parents look at each other, exchanging thoughts without saying any words. You know that your opinion can possibly be the tie breaker for their decision. What do you do (or say, if anything)?
MAP Testing Schedule (9/6 to 9/11)
- Wednesday, September 6th Reading (6th - 7th period)
- Thursday, September 7th Math (6th - 7th period)
- Friday, September 8th Language Usage (6th - 7th period)
- Monday, September 11th Science (6th - 7th period)
Thursday (9/7/23)
Announcements-Click here for the Morning Announcements. Today we will operate on a modified instructional schedule. This means you will go to your regular 6th period during 1st period, 7th period during 4th, and 5th period during 5th. However, in 6th and 7th period, you will complete the Math MAP Test. 1st and 4th period will not have classes today. Read the instructions below and follow the directions to complete your assigned work. If you have any questions, let me know (in person or through email).
Friendly Reminder: Click here to verify your shirt size/order. Let Mr. Reed know if you have any issues/corrections.
All periods-Student Work Day. Due to our modified instructional schedule, students will work independently to complete the work outline below for their specific class period. Mr. Reed will assist learners as need, while working with individual learners and small groups of students.
1st/4th period-Copy and paste Quickwrite 5, What Would You Do 6, Reflection 7, and Interpret 8 into your Digital Journal. Complete all journal entries by 9/11/23. (Note: You will be given class time on Friday to work on your assignments.)
6th period-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker." After completing the test, students copied and pasted their journal entries into their Digital Journals. Mr. Reed gave students their Lexile scores to complete QW 5.
7th period (Group A)-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
7th period (Group B)-Click here to complete your assessment over "The Hitchhiker."
Homework-Update your Digital Journal to include Quickwrite 5, What Would You Do 6, Reflection 7, and Interpret 8. (Your Digital Journal should include all eight entries.) Add your book talk information on your period's Google Class Doc (see below for details). Log into Quizlet and study "The Crowd" vocabulary set. (That's the next story we will be studying.) Continue reading your selected novel. (We'll begin preparing for our Book Talk presentations towards the end of the month).
Book Talk Link
Place the name of your book and the author's name under the Book Talk column on your period's Google Class Doc.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Quickwrite 5
1. What is your Lexile score?
2. What book/novel did you select to read for your September/October Book Talk? Why?
What Would You Do 6
You are riding along Route 66 with your family to visit distant relatives. You are surround by the hot desert, repetitive landscaping, and family members singing off tune to your parents' Today's Hits playlist. You can see an old man on the side of the road. He's dressed in a raggedy gray suit, moving extremely slow due to the heat, and looks exhausted. His thumb out, He's asking for a ride. Your parents look at each other, exchanging thoughts without saying any words. You know that your opinion can possibly be the tie breaker for their decision. What do you do (or say, if anything)?
Reflection 7
Read both quotes. Then respond appropriately to the prompt below them. Your answer should be clear, concise, and supported with textual evidence from your selected story.
- Some believe that fear is our most powerful adversary. In fact, Franklin Delano Roosevelt said: "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself."
- Fear is not real. The only place that fear can exist is in our thoughts of the future. It is a product of our imagination-causing us to fear things that do not at present, and may not ever exist. Danger is very real. But fear is a choice.' -Cypher (After Earth)
Interpret 8
1. In your own words, define antagonist. (Compare your definition of antagonist to its denotation. Make revisions to your definition as needed.)
Select the protagonist from either “Sorry, Wrong Number” or “The Hitchhiker” as a focus for your next set of questions.
2. Who is the antagonist in your selected story? Explain why.
3. Compare the quotes about fear in Reflection 7 to your definition of an antagonist. Do you think Fear would, could, and/or should be the true antagonist of your story and for your protagonist? Explain.
Friday (9/8/23)
Announcements-Click here for the Morning Announcements. Today we will operate on a modified instructional schedule. This means you will go to your regular 6th period during 1st period, 7th period during 4th, and 5th period during 5th. However, in 6th and 7th period, you will complete the Math MAP Test. 1st and 4th period will not have classes today. Read the instructions below and follow the directions to complete your assigned work. If you have any questions, let me know (in person or through email).
Friendly Reminder: Click here to verify your shirt size/order. Let Mr. Reed know if you have any issues/corrections.
All periods-Today is a Student Work Day. We will use our class periods to get organized, complete/submit missing assignments/late work, and get help with from peers/Mr. Reed.
Homework-See Progress Check.
Progress Check
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
The Results are In . . .
Sorry, Wrong Number Test Class Averages
1st period-83.5%
4th period-91.2%
6th period-78.8%
7th period (Group A)-71.0%
7th period (Group B)-74.7%
The Hitchhiker Test Class Averages
1st period-75.1%
4th period-92.5%
6th period-76.8%
7th period (Group A)-70.6%
7th period (Group B)-
Announcements-Click here for the Morning Announcements. Today we will operate on a modified instructional schedule. This means you will go to your regular 6th period during 1st period, 7th period during 4th, and 5th period during 5th. However, in 6th and 7th period, you will complete the Math MAP Test. 1st and 4th period will not have classes today. Read the instructions below and follow the directions to complete your assigned work. If you have any questions, let me know (in person or through email).
Friendly Reminder: Click here to verify your shirt size/order. Let Mr. Reed know if you have any issues/corrections.
All periods-Today is a Student Work Day. We will use our class periods to get organized, complete/submit missing assignments/late work, and get help with from peers/Mr. Reed.
Homework-See Progress Check.
Progress Check
- Click here for help creating your Digital Journal (DJ) and reviewing the journal entries your should currently include. Add and complete any missing entries. As of today, you should have a total of eight entries. Make sure that a link to your DJ has been entered correctly to your period's Google Class Doc by the end of your class period on 9/8/23. All nine journal entries are due by Wednesday (9/13/23). When you reach journal entry #10, you will have a journal check, which is a test grade. There are no make-ups for journal checks. Get your DJ in order now. #ThankMeLater
- Adjust journal entry #3 to include Explicate 3a and Quickwrite 3b. Use the Digital Journal menu page to copy and paste the journal entries.
- Make sure that you have shared a link to your DJ (with the proper permissions/settings) on your period's Google Class Doc. I should have editing access to your DJ so that I can provide you with commentary, feedback, and grades/scores. Click here if you need assistance with using or sharing links.
- Please review the team's t-shirt order form and verify your size has been entered correctly by 9/8/2023. Click here to access our team order form. Today is the last day!
- Complete The Hitchhiker Foreshadowing Graphic Organizer by 9/12/23. (This assignment should be submitted on your period's Google Class Doc.)
- Add your book talk information on your period's Google Class Doc. You will need to place the title of your book and the author's name under the Book Talk column on your period's Google Class Doc. Spend a moment researching your book on the Internet. When you have found a great webpage/website that provides readers with an introduction and summary to your book (due 9/13/2023). See my example on your period's Google Class Doc for a visual.
- Log into Quizlet and study "The Crowd" vocabulary set. (This the next story we will be studying.) You should also review The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set to ensure your remember those learned vocabulary words.
- Continue reading your selected novel. (We'll begin preparing for our Book Talk presentations towards the end of the month).
Google Class Docs
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
The Results are In . . .
Sorry, Wrong Number Test Class Averages
1st period-83.5%
4th period-91.2%
6th period-78.8%
7th period (Group A)-71.0%
7th period (Group B)-74.7%
The Hitchhiker Test Class Averages
1st period-75.1%
4th period-92.5%
6th period-76.8%
7th period (Group A)-70.6%
7th period (Group B)-
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/26 to 9/30/2022
Monday (9/26)
Announcements: ST.E.M. Day is this Friday! (Depending on the weather, we may reschedule it to earlier this week or next week.)
Click here to sign up for your S.T.E.M. Day group.
Click here to suggest a song snippet for our 360 Video Booth
All periods-Mini-lesson on discovering student email address (name and s#) using Outlook. Quickwrite 23. Students also signed up for an Adobe Express (formerly Adobe Spark) account. Last week, students researched the S.T.E.M. career of Video Game Designer/Programmer. Using their resources and notes, students created a presentation on becoming a video game designer, developer, or programmer.
Quickwrite 23
List your two email addresses issued through Office 365.
1. This one should include your s#@dekalbschoolsga.org.
2. This one should include your name @dekalbschoolsga.org.
Task: Create a presentation on becoming a video game designer, developer, or programmer. (Items marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory.) Your presentation should include the following:
Note: Your presentation must include voice narration.
Resources
Rubric
Video Game Designer-Alix Woods
Video Game Designer-
Digital Journal
CommonLit
Flocabulary
Homework-Your Video Game Designer presentation is due on Friday (9/30/2022). Note: Most of you guys will be participating in our collaborative S.T.E.M. Day with Team 8C. Please use your time wisely to ensure you have your presentation and submitted to your period's Google Class Doc before Friday. All CommonLit and Flocabulary assignments are due on Wednesday (9/28/22).
Tuesday (9/27)
Announcements: S.T.E.M. Day has been rescheduled to Tuesday, 10/4/22 due to weather concerns. Today, I graded late work the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Irony, Suspense, and Conflict. This was my fourth time grading this assignment in the past four weeks. At this point, the assignments are beyond past due. If you still have a zero remaining, it's permanent. Consider doing a future extra credit opportunity to improve your grade.
All periods-Mr. Reed provided students with an orientation to Adobe Express. Students learned how to create a new video project, choose the proper layout for their slides, enter content (icons/text/pictures/videos), resize content, select a theme for their presentation, record voice narration for slides, and add/eliminate music. Mr. Reed also provided students with pro tips for recording and formatting their presentations.
Homework-Work on your Video Game Designer presentation (due 10/3/22).
Top Readers in LightSail
1st period-Lance D.
4th period-
6th period-
7th period-
Wednesday(9/28)
Announcements: ST.E.M. Day has been rescheduled to Tuesday, October 4, 2022. (Don't forget to wear your team t-shirt on S.T.E.M. Day.)
Click here to sign up for your S.T.E.M. Day group.
Click here to suggest a song snippet for our 360 Video Booth
All periods-KWL Charts 24, 25, & 26. Exit Ticket 27. Today we are going to work on citing your sources, avoiding plagiarism, and creating a Works Cited/References page. BrainPop videos: Paraphrasing, Plagiarism, and Citing Sources. Flocabulary learning modules: Works Cited and Plagiarism (video, Read & Respond, and Quiz).
1st period-Mr. Reed did a rough check on your Digital Journals. (Not pleased.) Afterwards, we began working on KWL Chart 24 and watched a BrainPop video on Paraphrasing.
#QOTD: When citing references in an oral presentation what should you do?
Click here for the answer
Presentation Tip: Remember to cite sources for direct quotations, paraphrased materials, and sources of facts. Your Reference List must include the sources cited on your presentation slides.
Homework-Work on your Video Game Designer presentation (due 10/3/22). KWL Charts 24-27 should be completed by Friday.
KWL Chart 24 (Paraphrasing)
Create a KWL Chart for learning about paraphrasing. The KWL Chart should be a 3x2 graphic organizer that lists What You Know (Column 1), What You Want to Know (Column 2), and What You Learned (Column 3).
KWL Chart 25 (Plagiarism)
Create a KWL Chart for learning about plagiarism. The KWL Chart should be a 3x2 graphic organizer that lists What You Know (Column 1), What You Want to Know (Column 2), and What You Learned (Column 3).
KWL Chart 26 (Citing Sources)
Create a KWL Chart for learning about citing sources. The KWL Chart should be a 3x2 graphic organizer that lists What You Know (Column 1), What You Want to Know (Column 2), and What You Learned (Column 3).
Exit Ticket 27
What's verbal citation?
Why cite your sources during a speech/oral/video presentation?
Resource: Oral Citation Guide,
Help from Mr. Reed
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Thursday (9/29)
Announcements: ST.E.M. Day will occur on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. Please remember to wear your team shirts. Also, group assignments and schedules have been completed. Friday is the last day to sign up or change your group. Lastly, today is the last day to suggest a song snippet for our 360 Video Booth.
Click here to sign up for your S.T.E.M. Day group.
Click here to suggest a song snippet for our 360 Video Booth
All periods-Student Work Day.
Homework-Bring markers/color pencils to decorate your S.T.E.M. Day name badge tomorrow.
Friday (9/19)
Recap: This week was extremely busy. We have been working on using our time wisely in class and at home. I'm proud of you guys that followed the recommended pacing guide and worked hard to submit your work on time. There are also those of you who received zeroes for not completing your assignments by the due dates and extended deadlines. (We'll talk later about upcoming extra credit opportunities and additional supports to help you improve your academic performance. And yes, it may include a conference/conversation with you parent(s)/guardian.) I'm hoping that you guys were able to successfully complete your first big task/project. You were given a variety of assignments to educate you on the career field of video game development, design, and programming. It was a lot of information. However, I can't wait to watch your Adobe Express presentations and evaluate your demonstration of comprehension. Welcome to 8th grade; it's boot camp for high school.
Announcement: The school's subscription to Flocabulary ended today. As a result, I am exempting you guys from the following learning modules: Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms (originally due 9/23/22).
All periods: Class reviewed their academic performance on completing the following reading articles in CommonLit:
While students worked on R28 and SCR 29, Mr. Reed held student-teacher conferences.
Reflection 28
Review your grades in Infinite Campus. Overall, how do you feel about your scores on this week's reading assignments in CommonLit? Why? Explain your thoughts and feelings. (Think about what you did well. What you wished you could have done better. Reflect on where you need to improve. Ponder over the changes you need to make going forward.)
Self-Check and Reflect 29
With the exception of "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind," did you find any of the information in this week's CommonLit reading assignments, journal entries, or learning modules useful for presentation on Video Game Design, Development, and/or Programming?
Homework-Self-Check and Reflect 29 (due 10/3/22). Complete your Video Game Designer presentation (due 10/3/22). To submit your work, publish your project in Adobe Express, then share your link to your period's Google Class Doc. Please don't forget to change the text of your link to an X. (Thank you in advance.) Presentations are due by Monday. We have S.T.E.M. Day Tuesday and no late work will be graded. Bring back your iFly S.T.E.M. Day permission slip and money as soon as possible (due 10/31/22). Enjoy your weekend-see you Monday.
Progress Check
Announcements: ST.E.M. Day is this Friday! (Depending on the weather, we may reschedule it to earlier this week or next week.)
Click here to sign up for your S.T.E.M. Day group.
Click here to suggest a song snippet for our 360 Video Booth
All periods-Mini-lesson on discovering student email address (name and s#) using Outlook. Quickwrite 23. Students also signed up for an Adobe Express (formerly Adobe Spark) account. Last week, students researched the S.T.E.M. career of Video Game Designer/Programmer. Using their resources and notes, students created a presentation on becoming a video game designer, developer, or programmer.
Quickwrite 23
List your two email addresses issued through Office 365.
1. This one should include your s#@dekalbschoolsga.org.
2. This one should include your name @dekalbschoolsga.org.
Task: Create a presentation on becoming a video game designer, developer, or programmer. (Items marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory.) Your presentation should include the following:
- *Introduction
- *What is a Video Game Designer? (Note-substitute developer/programmer if needed.)
- *What degree/type of education, skills, and/or training do you need to have to be a video game designer? (Do you need a degree to become a video game designer/developer/programmer? Tip-Degree fields include but are not limited to: Game Design Degree, Game Development Degree, Game Art Degree, Programming, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Design Tools.)
- *What is a video game designer salary?
- *What is it like to work in the field of video gaming (design/development/programming)?
- Differences between a video game designer, video game developer, and video game programmer?
- What are the levels of game design?
- Female minority in the field of software engineering/coding/video game design.
- Discuss the lack of minorities in the field of gaming, programming, and/or coding.
Note: Your presentation must include voice narration.
Resources
Rubric
Video Game Designer-Alix Woods
Video Game Designer-
Digital Journal
CommonLit
Flocabulary
Homework-Your Video Game Designer presentation is due on Friday (9/30/2022). Note: Most of you guys will be participating in our collaborative S.T.E.M. Day with Team 8C. Please use your time wisely to ensure you have your presentation and submitted to your period's Google Class Doc before Friday. All CommonLit and Flocabulary assignments are due on Wednesday (9/28/22).
Tuesday (9/27)
Announcements: S.T.E.M. Day has been rescheduled to Tuesday, 10/4/22 due to weather concerns. Today, I graded late work the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Irony, Suspense, and Conflict. This was my fourth time grading this assignment in the past four weeks. At this point, the assignments are beyond past due. If you still have a zero remaining, it's permanent. Consider doing a future extra credit opportunity to improve your grade.
All periods-Mr. Reed provided students with an orientation to Adobe Express. Students learned how to create a new video project, choose the proper layout for their slides, enter content (icons/text/pictures/videos), resize content, select a theme for their presentation, record voice narration for slides, and add/eliminate music. Mr. Reed also provided students with pro tips for recording and formatting their presentations.
Homework-Work on your Video Game Designer presentation (due 10/3/22).
Top Readers in LightSail
1st period-Lance D.
4th period-
6th period-
7th period-
Wednesday(9/28)
Announcements: ST.E.M. Day has been rescheduled to Tuesday, October 4, 2022. (Don't forget to wear your team t-shirt on S.T.E.M. Day.)
Click here to sign up for your S.T.E.M. Day group.
Click here to suggest a song snippet for our 360 Video Booth
All periods-KWL Charts 24, 25, & 26. Exit Ticket 27. Today we are going to work on citing your sources, avoiding plagiarism, and creating a Works Cited/References page. BrainPop videos: Paraphrasing, Plagiarism, and Citing Sources. Flocabulary learning modules: Works Cited and Plagiarism (video, Read & Respond, and Quiz).
1st period-Mr. Reed did a rough check on your Digital Journals. (Not pleased.) Afterwards, we began working on KWL Chart 24 and watched a BrainPop video on Paraphrasing.
#QOTD: When citing references in an oral presentation what should you do?
Click here for the answer
Presentation Tip: Remember to cite sources for direct quotations, paraphrased materials, and sources of facts. Your Reference List must include the sources cited on your presentation slides.
Homework-Work on your Video Game Designer presentation (due 10/3/22). KWL Charts 24-27 should be completed by Friday.
KWL Chart 24 (Paraphrasing)
Create a KWL Chart for learning about paraphrasing. The KWL Chart should be a 3x2 graphic organizer that lists What You Know (Column 1), What You Want to Know (Column 2), and What You Learned (Column 3).
KWL Chart 25 (Plagiarism)
Create a KWL Chart for learning about plagiarism. The KWL Chart should be a 3x2 graphic organizer that lists What You Know (Column 1), What You Want to Know (Column 2), and What You Learned (Column 3).
KWL Chart 26 (Citing Sources)
Create a KWL Chart for learning about citing sources. The KWL Chart should be a 3x2 graphic organizer that lists What You Know (Column 1), What You Want to Know (Column 2), and What You Learned (Column 3).
Exit Ticket 27
What's verbal citation?
Why cite your sources during a speech/oral/video presentation?
Resource: Oral Citation Guide,
Help from Mr. Reed
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Thursday (9/29)
Announcements: ST.E.M. Day will occur on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. Please remember to wear your team shirts. Also, group assignments and schedules have been completed. Friday is the last day to sign up or change your group. Lastly, today is the last day to suggest a song snippet for our 360 Video Booth.
Click here to sign up for your S.T.E.M. Day group.
Click here to suggest a song snippet for our 360 Video Booth
All periods-Student Work Day.
Homework-Bring markers/color pencils to decorate your S.T.E.M. Day name badge tomorrow.
Friday (9/19)
Recap: This week was extremely busy. We have been working on using our time wisely in class and at home. I'm proud of you guys that followed the recommended pacing guide and worked hard to submit your work on time. There are also those of you who received zeroes for not completing your assignments by the due dates and extended deadlines. (We'll talk later about upcoming extra credit opportunities and additional supports to help you improve your academic performance. And yes, it may include a conference/conversation with you parent(s)/guardian.) I'm hoping that you guys were able to successfully complete your first big task/project. You were given a variety of assignments to educate you on the career field of video game development, design, and programming. It was a lot of information. However, I can't wait to watch your Adobe Express presentations and evaluate your demonstration of comprehension. Welcome to 8th grade; it's boot camp for high school.
Announcement: The school's subscription to Flocabulary ended today. As a result, I am exempting you guys from the following learning modules: Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms (originally due 9/23/22).
All periods: Class reviewed their academic performance on completing the following reading articles in CommonLit:
- "How Video Games Are Getting Inside Your Head--And Wallet" by Steve Henn for NPR (Non-fiction, 2013, 1020 Lexile, 8th grade reading level)
- "When Playing Video Games Means Sitting On Life's Sidelines" by NPR Staff (Non-fiction, 2013, 980 Lexile, 8th grade reading level )
- "Someone Might Be Watching -- An Introduction to Dystopian Fiction" by Shelby Ostergaard (Non-fiction/Informational Text, 2017, 1170 Lexile, 9th grade)
- "When Women Stopped Coding" by Steve Henn (Non-fiction/Informational Text, 2014, 940 Lexile, 7th grade)
- "Screen Addiction Among Teens: Is There Such A Thing?" by Anya Kamenetz (Non-Fiction/Article, 2018, 1140 Lexile, 10th grade) *Note-This article was only assigned to specific students in 1st and 4th period.
- "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive" by Kathiann Kowalski (Non-fiction, 2014, 940 Lexile, 7th grade reading level)
- "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" by Ray Bradbury (Fiction, 1953, 810 Lexile, 7th grade reading level)
While students worked on R28 and SCR 29, Mr. Reed held student-teacher conferences.
Reflection 28
Review your grades in Infinite Campus. Overall, how do you feel about your scores on this week's reading assignments in CommonLit? Why? Explain your thoughts and feelings. (Think about what you did well. What you wished you could have done better. Reflect on where you need to improve. Ponder over the changes you need to make going forward.)
Self-Check and Reflect 29
With the exception of "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind," did you find any of the information in this week's CommonLit reading assignments, journal entries, or learning modules useful for presentation on Video Game Design, Development, and/or Programming?
Homework-Self-Check and Reflect 29 (due 10/3/22). Complete your Video Game Designer presentation (due 10/3/22). To submit your work, publish your project in Adobe Express, then share your link to your period's Google Class Doc. Please don't forget to change the text of your link to an X. (Thank you in advance.) Presentations are due by Monday. We have S.T.E.M. Day Tuesday and no late work will be graded. Bring back your iFly S.T.E.M. Day permission slip and money as soon as possible (due 10/31/22). Enjoy your weekend-see you Monday.
Progress Check
- Completed Reflection 28
- Complete and submit your Video Game Designer project
- Completed Self-Check & Reflection 29
- Return your iFLY S.T.E.M. Day permission slip and money
- Return your Space Camp S.T.E.M. Day permission slip and money
Monday (9/19)
Announcements: Parent Teacher Conference Night is this Thursday, September 22, 2022. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22. (Please do not wait until the last minute if possible.) Progress Reports for the 4.5 Weeks were distributed last week. Please return signed progress reports to your Homeroom teacher. T-shirts are in. (Distribution date TBA, but very soon.) Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th. Please make sure you are using your teachers' websites for instructional support. They're great resources for staying on task.
All periods-Mr. Reed reviewed last week's assignments with the class and assisted students with setting up their digital journals, sharing links to their work and submitting them to their period's Google Class Doc, accessing required books in LightSail, and joining classes in Quizlet/CommonLit/Flocabulary. As a class we discussed the importance of respecting due dates/deadlines. (See Progress Check below to ensure you have completed all of your assigned work.)
Homework-Complete your period's open notes/book test over "Sorry, Wrong Number." (It's due tonight by 10:00 p.m.) Complete the Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms (due date 9/23/22). Begin/continue reading the recommended texts about video game design/designers in LightSail, and continue adding new information learned in the "What I Learned" section of KWL Chart 14. Pro Tip: Start off by reading Video Game Designer by Alix Woods. It's a very easy read and will supply you with important information for your presentation.
Assignment Resources
Sorry, Wrong Number Assessment Links (active until 10:00 p.m. tonight)
Links for this assessment were removed at 11:59 p.m. on 9/19/22.
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Progress Check
1. Past Due: Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Completed the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, and Conflict ( due 9/16/22). Continue working on the following Flocabulary learning modules: Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms (due 9/23/22).
3. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
4. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
5. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
6. Make sure that you have copied and completed Digital Journal entries 1-14 from the Digital Journal menu page. (Note: Your KWL Chart 14 is a work in progress.)
7. Past Due: Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge ( past due-9/9).
8. Past Due: Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
9. In Progress: Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
10. In Progress: Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
11. Past Due: Uploaded a link to your Digital Journal on your period's Google Class Doc. (If you need help with this task, see the classwork assignment for 9/13/2022.)
12. In Progress: Complete your open notes/book assessment over Sorry, Wrong Number (due 9/19/22 by 10:00 p.m.)
13. Ongoing: Check your Outlook email to review/respond to any messages you may have received from your teachers.
Tuesday (9/20)
Announcements: Grades for the open notes/book assessment for Sorry, Wrong Number have been entered. (As promised, I logged into the testing platform at 11:00 p.m. last night, reviewed/scored your tests, and entered grades.) If you did not complete this assessment, which was designed to improve your grade, you received a 0. You cannot make-up this open notes/book test. (I gave you guys entirely too many friendly reminders/warnings and free class periods to complete the assessment. Not to mention the weekend and an extension to Monday night.) However, I will provide you with a future extra credit opportunity that you can complete to replace this grade. Parent Teacher Conference Night is this Thursday, September 22, 2022. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22. Please return signed progress reports to your Homeroom teacher. Team t-shirts are in and will be distributed soon. Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th; start planning.
All periods-Today, students learned to use the digital tools in CommonLit to improve their reading comprehension. Students also extracted information from articles about coding, video games, video game designers/programmers, and addictive technology. Students entered newly learned information into the "What I Learned" section of their KWL Chart 14. While the students worked, Mr. Reed help student-teacher conferences to review the first 4.5 Weeks progress report.
Homework-Use the Recommended Pacing Guide to complete your assignments by the listed due date. If you received a zero for not completing your open notes/book test over "Sorry, Wrong Number," please send me an email requesting to take one of the alternative tests. I will respond with directions/instructions for completing your make-up test.
Resources
Digital Journal
Recommended Pacing Guide for this Week's Assignments
Note: Remember to add new information learned about video game design/designers, etc. to KWL Chart 14 under the "What I Learned" column. This will help you create a presentation over the S.T.E.M. career field of video game designers/programmers. Students in 4th period should complete parts A and B of all journal entries.
Announcements: Parent Teacher Conference Night is this Thursday, September 22, 2022. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22. (Please do not wait until the last minute if possible.) Progress Reports for the 4.5 Weeks were distributed last week. Please return signed progress reports to your Homeroom teacher. T-shirts are in. (Distribution date TBA, but very soon.) Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th. Please make sure you are using your teachers' websites for instructional support. They're great resources for staying on task.
All periods-Mr. Reed reviewed last week's assignments with the class and assisted students with setting up their digital journals, sharing links to their work and submitting them to their period's Google Class Doc, accessing required books in LightSail, and joining classes in Quizlet/CommonLit/Flocabulary. As a class we discussed the importance of respecting due dates/deadlines. (See Progress Check below to ensure you have completed all of your assigned work.)
Homework-Complete your period's open notes/book test over "Sorry, Wrong Number." (It's due tonight by 10:00 p.m.) Complete the Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms (due date 9/23/22). Begin/continue reading the recommended texts about video game design/designers in LightSail, and continue adding new information learned in the "What I Learned" section of KWL Chart 14. Pro Tip: Start off by reading Video Game Designer by Alix Woods. It's a very easy read and will supply you with important information for your presentation.
Assignment Resources
Sorry, Wrong Number Assessment Links (active until 10:00 p.m. tonight)
Links for this assessment were removed at 11:59 p.m. on 9/19/22.
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Progress Check
1. Past Due: Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Completed the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, and Conflict ( due 9/16/22). Continue working on the following Flocabulary learning modules: Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms (due 9/23/22).
3. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
4. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
5. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
6. Make sure that you have copied and completed Digital Journal entries 1-14 from the Digital Journal menu page. (Note: Your KWL Chart 14 is a work in progress.)
7. Past Due: Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge ( past due-9/9).
8. Past Due: Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
9. In Progress: Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
10. In Progress: Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
11. Past Due: Uploaded a link to your Digital Journal on your period's Google Class Doc. (If you need help with this task, see the classwork assignment for 9/13/2022.)
12. In Progress: Complete your open notes/book assessment over Sorry, Wrong Number (due 9/19/22 by 10:00 p.m.)
13. Ongoing: Check your Outlook email to review/respond to any messages you may have received from your teachers.
Tuesday (9/20)
Announcements: Grades for the open notes/book assessment for Sorry, Wrong Number have been entered. (As promised, I logged into the testing platform at 11:00 p.m. last night, reviewed/scored your tests, and entered grades.) If you did not complete this assessment, which was designed to improve your grade, you received a 0. You cannot make-up this open notes/book test. (I gave you guys entirely too many friendly reminders/warnings and free class periods to complete the assessment. Not to mention the weekend and an extension to Monday night.) However, I will provide you with a future extra credit opportunity that you can complete to replace this grade. Parent Teacher Conference Night is this Thursday, September 22, 2022. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22. Please return signed progress reports to your Homeroom teacher. Team t-shirts are in and will be distributed soon. Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th; start planning.
All periods-Today, students learned to use the digital tools in CommonLit to improve their reading comprehension. Students also extracted information from articles about coding, video games, video game designers/programmers, and addictive technology. Students entered newly learned information into the "What I Learned" section of their KWL Chart 14. While the students worked, Mr. Reed help student-teacher conferences to review the first 4.5 Weeks progress report.
Homework-Use the Recommended Pacing Guide to complete your assignments by the listed due date. If you received a zero for not completing your open notes/book test over "Sorry, Wrong Number," please send me an email requesting to take one of the alternative tests. I will respond with directions/instructions for completing your make-up test.
Resources
Digital Journal
Recommended Pacing Guide for this Week's Assignments
Note: Remember to add new information learned about video game design/designers, etc. to KWL Chart 14 under the "What I Learned" column. This will help you create a presentation over the S.T.E.M. career field of video game designers/programmers. Students in 4th period should complete parts A and B of all journal entries.
- Log into Clever, open BrainPop, and watch the video "Video Games." (You will need to type Video Games in the Search Bar to pull up the video.) While watching the video, enter new information learned about video games/video game designers in the "What I Learned" section of KWL Chart 14. Remember to use bullets to organize and structure your information.
- Use Clever to log into LightSail and start/continue reading Video Game Designer by Alix Woods.
- Log into Flocabulary and complete the following learning modules: Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms.
- Quickwrite 15-Do you think that video games are addictive?
- Log into CommonLit. Read "How Video Games are Getting Inside Your Head . . . " (Steven Henn, NPR 2013). Complete the reading comprehension questions.
- Log into CommonLit. Read "Someone Might Be Watching -- An Introduction to Dystopian Fiction (Shelby Ostergaard). Completion the reading comprehension questions and Reflection 16.
- Reflection 16-Think about how game companies' influence over video gamers might be portrayed in a dystopian world. 1) In what ways do game companies infringe on gamers; privacy? 2) Do you think this is a violation of your rights? Why or why not?
- Watch (via YouTube) "How Free Games Are Designed to Make Money" (Vox, 7/21/2016) and complete the Reflection 17 in your Digital Journal. Reflection 17:
1. How does the “fun pain” or “the pinch” show up in the video’s discussion of video game design?
2. What other tactics do video game companies use to learn about gamers and to tweak the game accordingly?
3. In what ways are some of these tactics invasive or infringe on people’s privacy? - Watch (via YouTube) "Gaming Addiction" (CBC, 2010) and complete Reflection 18a in your Digital Journal. Reflection 18a:
1. Do you agree or disagree with with Rick MacDonald about his son. Explain your response.
2. When do you think playing video games becomes a problem and should be viewed as an addiction? - 4th period and some 1st period students-Log into CommonLit. Read "Screen Addiction Among Teens: Is There Such a Thing?" (Anya Kamenetz, 2018) and complete the reading comprehension questions. Complete Reflection 18b-Reflect on the addictive nature of screens. (You may need to think back to the information you learned from Steven Henn's "How Video Games Are Getting Inside Your Head . . . " and CBC's video on "Gaming Addiction.") 1) How are screens, specifically video games, designed to keep users engaged? 2) How do both texts (Henn and Kamenetz) explore the difficulty of overcoming technology "addictions"? Reflection 18c-1) How much time do you think you spend looking at a screen a day? 2) Do you think you spend more or less time on your devices than your peers? What about your parents? 3) What is something you could do to decrease the amount of time you spend staring at a screen? (Note: I like to randomly challenge students with academic enrichment. This task should also be completed by Ava, Elena, Emily V.M., Julian, Kerrington, Lance, Leah K., Kimora, and Raielle.)
- Log into CommonLit. Read "When Playing Video Games Means Sitting on Life's Sidelines" (NPR Staff, 2013). Complete the reading comprehension questions and Reflection 18. Reflection 19a -1) What is ReSTART? 2) How did technology addiction negatively affect the people discussed in the article? Reflection 19b (4th period only)-Consider how the program described in "When Playing Video Games Means Sitting on Life's Sidelines" fits into the concepts explained in "Screen Addiction Among Teens: Is There Such a Thing?"1) What are some similarities in the two articles in terms of how people think about, talk about, and respond to life habits that change due to one's relationship with technology? 2) What are some differences?
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/19 to 9/23/2022
"How Free Games Are Designed to Make Money" (Vox, 7/21/16).
Watch "How Free Games Are Designed to Make Money" (Vox, 7/21/16). If you are unable to view the video on your Chromebook, click here for a shared Safeview link for students.
Reflection 17:
1. How does the “fun pain” or “the pinch” show up in the video’s discussion of video game design?
2. What other tactics do video game companies use to learn about gamers and to tweak the game accordingly?
3. In what ways are some of these tactics invasive or infringe on people’s privacy?
Reflection 17:
1. How does the “fun pain” or “the pinch” show up in the video’s discussion of video game design?
2. What other tactics do video game companies use to learn about gamers and to tweak the game accordingly?
3. In what ways are some of these tactics invasive or infringe on people’s privacy?
"Gaming Addiction" (CBC, 4/8/2010)
Watch Gaming Addiction (CBC, 4/8/2010). Rick MacDonald of Richmond, believes his 20-year-old son is addicted to gaming, and wants him to get counseling. If you are unable to view the video on your Chromebook, click here for a shared Safeview link for students.
Reflection 18a:
1. Do you agree or disagree with with Rick MacDonald about his son. Explain your response.
2. When do you think playing video games becomes a problem and should be viewed as an addiction?
Reflection 18a:
1. Do you agree or disagree with with Rick MacDonald about his son. Explain your response.
2. When do you think playing video games becomes a problem and should be viewed as an addiction?
Wednesday(9/21)
Announcements: Click here to vote for our team's Homecoming nominations. I have reopened up the following Flocabulary learning modules: Plot, Supsense, and Irony. You have until 9/23/22 to complete them or the zeroes will become final. Parent Teacher Conference Night is this Thursday, September 22, 2022. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22. Please return signed progress reports to your Homeroom teacher. Team t-shirts have been distributed. (Remember, we will all wear our shirts next Friday on S.T.E.M. Day.) Lastly, Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th; start planning for your yearbook photograph.
All periods-If you had a productive class period and did a little homework last night, you should completed items 1-3 under Tuesday's (9/20/22) Recommended Pacing Guide (at a minimum). Today, we'll continue working through the assignments in the Recommended Pacing Guide. Hopefully, you're ready to work on items 4-7, which should be completed by today (classwork/homework). For those of you who are ready for items 8 and onward, I have created Safeview links that you can use to watch the YouTube videos referenced in #8 and #9.
Homework-Use Tuesday's (9/20) Recommended Pacing Guide to complete your assignments by the listed due date. Before tomorrow's class, you should be ready to begin on #8-10. Make sure that your Digital Journal is ready for your upcoming journal check. That means, you should have 22 entries completed by Friday. Expect a Digital Journal check next week. You will be graded on the organization and structure of your journal entries, along with your responses to each prompt. Proofread your work, correct your grammatical errors, and make sure that you have submitted an editable link to your work. Your Digital Journal check will be a test grade.
Thursday (9/22)
Announcements: Click here to vote for our team's Homecoming nominations. I have reopened up the following Flocabulary learning modules: Plot, Supsense, and Irony. You have until 9/23/22 to complete them or the zeroes will become final. Parent Teacher Conference Night is this Thursday, September 22, 2022. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22. Please return signed progress reports to your Homeroom teacher. Team t-shirts have been distributed. (Remember, we will all wear our shirts next Friday on S.T.E.M. Day.) Lastly, Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th; start planning for your yearbook photograph.
All periods-If you had a productive class period and did a little homework last night, you should completed items 1-3 under Tuesday's (9/20/22) Recommended Pacing Guide (at a minimum). Today, we'll continue working through the assignments in the Recommended Pacing Guide. Hopefully, you're ready to work on items 4-7, which should be completed by today (classwork/homework). For those of you who are ready for items 8 and onward, I have created Safeview links that you can use to watch the YouTube videos referenced in #8 and #9.
Log into CommonLit. Read "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive" (Kathiann Kowalski, 2014). Complete the reading comprehension questions and Reflection 20.
Reflection 20a
Think back to Steven Henn's "How Video Games Are Getting Inside Your Head-And Wallet." Compare cell phone addiction with gaming addiction.
1. Create a 2x2 graphic organizer that compares being addicted to a cell phone with being addicted to a video games.
2. Examine the information placed in your graphic organizer. How do the consequences of the two addictions compare?
3. How did Kowalski and Henn's articles explore the term "addiction"? (Please provide textual evidence to support your response.)
4. Do you think that one addiction is worse than the other? If so, in what way?
Reflection 20b
In Reflection 19, you dissected "When Playing Video Games Means Sitting on Life's Sidelines." After reading "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive," you should have received additional information about how technology can be addictive. In your opinion, which should be based upon the two articles referenced in this reflection, when does technology usage become an addiction rather than just a form of entertainment?
Homework-Use Tuesday's (9/20) Recommended Pacing Guide to complete your assignments by the listed due date. Before tomorrow's class, you should be ready to begin on #8-10. Make sure that your Digital Journal is ready for your upcoming journal check. That means, you should have 22 entries completed by Friday. Expect a Digital Journal check next week. You will be graded on the organization and structure of your journal entries, along with your responses to each prompt. Proofread your work, correct your grammatical errors, and make sure that you have submitted an editable link to your work. Your Digital Journal check will be a test grade.
Friday (9/23)
All periods-Last Student Work Day. All items (1-11) in Tuesday's Recommended Pacing Guide should be completed by the end of your class period. (If not, you have homework. Assignments will be reviewed, graded, scored, and entered into Infinite Campus. Missing/incomplete work will receive a 0.)
#QOTD: Why are fewer women pursuing careers in computer science?
All periods-Complete Reflection 21. Log into CommonLit. Read "When Women Stopped Coding" (Steve Henn). Complete Reflection 22. Vote in the survey below-Which is worse: cell phone or gaming addiction?
Reflection 21
1) Based upon this week's readings, what are some disadvantages of technology?
2) Has technology ever impacted your life in a negative way?
3. Do you think we should use technology less frequently in our society? Why or why not?
Reflection 22
Think back to Henn's article: "How Video Games Are Getting Inside Your Head - And Wallet." Reflect on the articles argument that video games were originally marketed towards boys.
1. Do you think that video games are still marketed towards boys in 2022? Why or why not?
2. How do both of Henn's articles explore the influence of marketing in the technology industry?
3. How can this influence be dangerous or detrimental?
Reading Comprehension Check
Homework-None (unless you have unfinished work from Tuesday's (9/20) Recommended Pacing Guide to complete). Remember to tidy up your Digital Journal (D.J.) and make sure it's ready for your upcoming journal check. By the end of today's class, you should have 22 entries completed. Expect a D.J. check next week. I will grade your D.J. based upon your organization and structure of your journal entries, along with your responses to each prompt. Proofread your work to reduce/eliminate grammatical errors. Make sure that you have submitted an editable link to your D.J. on your period's Google Class Doc. Your Digital Journal check will be a test grade.
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Announcements: Click here to vote for our team's Homecoming nominations. I have reopened up the following Flocabulary learning modules: Plot, Supsense, and Irony. You have until 9/23/22 to complete them or the zeroes will become final. Parent Teacher Conference Night is this Thursday, September 22, 2022. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22. Please return signed progress reports to your Homeroom teacher. Team t-shirts have been distributed. (Remember, we will all wear our shirts next Friday on S.T.E.M. Day.) Lastly, Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th; start planning for your yearbook photograph.
All periods-If you had a productive class period and did a little homework last night, you should completed items 1-3 under Tuesday's (9/20/22) Recommended Pacing Guide (at a minimum). Today, we'll continue working through the assignments in the Recommended Pacing Guide. Hopefully, you're ready to work on items 4-7, which should be completed by today (classwork/homework). For those of you who are ready for items 8 and onward, I have created Safeview links that you can use to watch the YouTube videos referenced in #8 and #9.
Homework-Use Tuesday's (9/20) Recommended Pacing Guide to complete your assignments by the listed due date. Before tomorrow's class, you should be ready to begin on #8-10. Make sure that your Digital Journal is ready for your upcoming journal check. That means, you should have 22 entries completed by Friday. Expect a Digital Journal check next week. You will be graded on the organization and structure of your journal entries, along with your responses to each prompt. Proofread your work, correct your grammatical errors, and make sure that you have submitted an editable link to your work. Your Digital Journal check will be a test grade.
Thursday (9/22)
Announcements: Click here to vote for our team's Homecoming nominations. I have reopened up the following Flocabulary learning modules: Plot, Supsense, and Irony. You have until 9/23/22 to complete them or the zeroes will become final. Parent Teacher Conference Night is this Thursday, September 22, 2022. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22. Please return signed progress reports to your Homeroom teacher. Team t-shirts have been distributed. (Remember, we will all wear our shirts next Friday on S.T.E.M. Day.) Lastly, Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th; start planning for your yearbook photograph.
All periods-If you had a productive class period and did a little homework last night, you should completed items 1-3 under Tuesday's (9/20/22) Recommended Pacing Guide (at a minimum). Today, we'll continue working through the assignments in the Recommended Pacing Guide. Hopefully, you're ready to work on items 4-7, which should be completed by today (classwork/homework). For those of you who are ready for items 8 and onward, I have created Safeview links that you can use to watch the YouTube videos referenced in #8 and #9.
Log into CommonLit. Read "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive" (Kathiann Kowalski, 2014). Complete the reading comprehension questions and Reflection 20.
Reflection 20a
Think back to Steven Henn's "How Video Games Are Getting Inside Your Head-And Wallet." Compare cell phone addiction with gaming addiction.
1. Create a 2x2 graphic organizer that compares being addicted to a cell phone with being addicted to a video games.
2. Examine the information placed in your graphic organizer. How do the consequences of the two addictions compare?
3. How did Kowalski and Henn's articles explore the term "addiction"? (Please provide textual evidence to support your response.)
4. Do you think that one addiction is worse than the other? If so, in what way?
Reflection 20b
In Reflection 19, you dissected "When Playing Video Games Means Sitting on Life's Sidelines." After reading "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive," you should have received additional information about how technology can be addictive. In your opinion, which should be based upon the two articles referenced in this reflection, when does technology usage become an addiction rather than just a form of entertainment?
Homework-Use Tuesday's (9/20) Recommended Pacing Guide to complete your assignments by the listed due date. Before tomorrow's class, you should be ready to begin on #8-10. Make sure that your Digital Journal is ready for your upcoming journal check. That means, you should have 22 entries completed by Friday. Expect a Digital Journal check next week. You will be graded on the organization and structure of your journal entries, along with your responses to each prompt. Proofread your work, correct your grammatical errors, and make sure that you have submitted an editable link to your work. Your Digital Journal check will be a test grade.
Friday (9/23)
All periods-Last Student Work Day. All items (1-11) in Tuesday's Recommended Pacing Guide should be completed by the end of your class period. (If not, you have homework. Assignments will be reviewed, graded, scored, and entered into Infinite Campus. Missing/incomplete work will receive a 0.)
#QOTD: Why are fewer women pursuing careers in computer science?
All periods-Complete Reflection 21. Log into CommonLit. Read "When Women Stopped Coding" (Steve Henn). Complete Reflection 22. Vote in the survey below-Which is worse: cell phone or gaming addiction?
Reflection 21
1) Based upon this week's readings, what are some disadvantages of technology?
2) Has technology ever impacted your life in a negative way?
3. Do you think we should use technology less frequently in our society? Why or why not?
Reflection 22
Think back to Henn's article: "How Video Games Are Getting Inside Your Head - And Wallet." Reflect on the articles argument that video games were originally marketed towards boys.
1. Do you think that video games are still marketed towards boys in 2022? Why or why not?
2. How do both of Henn's articles explore the influence of marketing in the technology industry?
3. How can this influence be dangerous or detrimental?
Reading Comprehension Check
- Can people be addicted to technology? ("Screen Addiction Among Teens . . . " Kamenetz, Anya)
- How can technology addiction negatively affect people? ("When Playing Video Games . . . " NPR Staff)
Homework-None (unless you have unfinished work from Tuesday's (9/20) Recommended Pacing Guide to complete). Remember to tidy up your Digital Journal (D.J.) and make sure it's ready for your upcoming journal check. By the end of today's class, you should have 22 entries completed. Expect a D.J. check next week. I will grade your D.J. based upon your organization and structure of your journal entries, along with your responses to each prompt. Proofread your work to reduce/eliminate grammatical errors. Make sure that you have submitted an editable link to your D.J. on your period's Google Class Doc. Your Digital Journal check will be a test grade.
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/12 to 9/16/2022
Monday (9/12)
Announcements-Welcome back! Hope you guys had a great weekend. With that being said, let's get down to business. First, today all students will take the MAP Reading (Fall) Assessment during 6th/7th period. When you finish, work on the assignments listed below for your class period. Next, all test scores for "The Ransom of Red Chief" have been entered. This year, I tried a different approach for preparing students for this test. I gave you an author's introduction to O. Henry, read the story with you guys, discussed and designed journal entries to assist you with understanding the elements in the story (plot, conflict, irony, etc.), provided you with study guide questions for the test, created a vocabulary set for you to study in Quizlet, watched the short story's film adaptation in class, shared a Quizizz review game for you to play-which is what I used for your test questions, and gave you access to the learning module for you to review any study information/resources. Whew! It was a lot. Unfortunately ladies and gentlemen, the final results were not our best. Here are the class averages (by period) for The Ransom of Red Chief Test: 1st-72.2%, 4th-79.8%, 6th-76%, 7th (Group A)-72.8%, and 7th (Group B)-65.6%.
Feedback: Realistically, many of you did not properly prepare for this test. You did not sign up for Quizlet and study the vocabulary. (I can see who has joined their period's class in Quizlet, what you practiced, and track your learning progress. Quizlet is designed to help you build your vocabulary and increase reading comprehension.) Many of you rushed through the study guide questions and journal entries. (Most answers were inaccurate, lacked important details, and/or needed improvement). Only a few took advantage of the Quizizz review game. (It was created to help you study and prepare for the test. I literally pulled your test questions from the Quizizz review game.) So, with that being said, your test grades will stick. I will not provide anyone with a retesting opportunity. You guys must learn to take ownership of your education. This means being responsible and accountable for your academic performance. When you are given tools and resources, use them. (As a doctoral student, there are times when I have to find tools and resources to do well in my classes.) You cannot always count on your teacher or instructor to tell you what/how to study in order pass the assessments. (A good teacher will, but this is still a skill/set of skills you need to learn for the future.)
Friendly Reminders: Today is the last day for teachers to post their grades for the 4.5 Weeks Progress Report. (Check your average in Infinite Campus to avoid surprises and arrange a conference with your teacher if needed.) Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Money and permission slips will be accepted until 9/23/2022.
Note: Mr. Reed will be off campus today. (Mr. Williams will cover all classes.) Please use your class time wisely. Due dates will be upheld without excuses. Students who misbehave will receive stern consequences. Pro Tip: Come into class, find a seat, work quietly and independently on your assignments. There's nothing complicated about what has be assigned and what you are expected to do in class today. (Make me proud or else.)
All periods-Student Work Day. Log into Flocabulary and complete the following learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. Students without a computer should grab a literature textbook and complete page 59, questions 1-3 and 5-8.
5th period-All students should have signed up for Flocabulary and CommonLit. You have assignments due. Please work on those. Remember, only students who received permission, should join the 5th period group in Flocabulary or CommonLit. If you are a student in one of my 1st, 4th, 6th, or 7th period classes, the 5th period group is not for you.
5th period class code for Flocabulary-HX7WTZ (only join this class with teacher permission). Students, please visit www.flocabulary.com/join-class and enter the class code.
5th period CommonLit class code-Click here to enroll in CommonLit. Use class code: GD67PGL.
7th period-I believe there was a glitch or some type of hiccup in Flocabulary last week. Some of you all received the same class code as 4th period. Please log into Flocabulary and verify that you are enrolled in the correct period and group (7th Period Group A or Group B). If you need clarification on your group status, ask Ms. Fauntleroy for assistance. Regardless, if you did or did not sign up and complete the work, get it done as soon as possible. I will make an exception for this period and accept your work without late work penalties (this week only). Below are the Flocabulary class codes and join links:
7th period (Group A)-BQ76GG. Students, please visit www.flocabulary.com/join-class and enter the class code.
7th period (Group B)-JPF3Z6. Students, please visit www.flocabulary.com/join-class and enter the class code.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. (Across the team, you guys struggled with the stages of plot, how/when to use active and passive voice, and the types of conflict. This is important information you will need to create your upcoming personal narratives.) You will also need to log into CommonLit to complete the reading assignment: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). The learning modules in Flocabulary and the reading article in CommonLit are due this Friday (9/16/2022). If you haven't completed the Power Challenge in LightSail, please do so. Review the Progress Check (below) to make sure you are up to speed with your assignments.
Heads up: If you did not complete the Irony and Suspense Flocabulary learning modules by last week's due date (9/9/22), you probably received a series of zeroes for those missing/late/incomplete assignments (students with extended absences excluded). After assigning students with incomplete work to an academic luncheon (on Friday) with Mr. Poff, I logged back in Friday night to enter late work scores, update the gradebook, and repost my grades for the 4.5 Weeks Progress Report. If you did not complete your late work by Friday night, I will not review late work and enter new scores until this upcoming Friday (9/16/22).
The following students need to make-up the Reading MAP Test: Max C., Ronald C. R.
Progress Check
1. Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Begin working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, and Conflict (9/16/22).
3. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
4. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
5. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
6. Make sure that you have copied and completed Digital Journal entries 1-12 from the Digital Journal menu page.
7. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (past due-9/9).
8. Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
9. Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
10. Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
11. Check your Outlook email to review/respond to any messages you may have received from your teachers.
Tuesday (9/13)
Announcements-Students will take the MAP Math (Fall) Assessment during 6th/7th period. Due to MAP Testing, we will have 6th, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th period today. Students will take the Math Map Test from 2:05 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. We will not have 1st and 4th period.
6th/7th period-Students learned how to submit digital work by creating, sharing, and pasting links to their period's Google Class Doc. Click here to access the technology tutorial on Using and Sharing Links. There are 13 slides that will walk you step-by-step through the process. In the end of the tutorial, you should be able to share a link to your Digital Journal and change the link's text to a X on your period's Google Class Doc.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. (Across the team, you guys struggled with the stages of plot, how/when to use active and passive voice, and the types of conflict. This is important information you will need to create your upcoming personal narratives.) You will also need to log into CommonLit to complete the reading assignment: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). The learning modules in Flocabulary and the reading article in CommonLit are due this Friday (9/16/2022). If you haven't completed the Power Challenge in LightSail, please do so. Review the Progress Check (below) to make sure you are up to speed with your assignments.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
The following students from Mr. Reed's homeroom need to make-up the Math MAP Test: Max C., and Ronald C.R.
Wednesday (9/7)
Announcements-Students will take the Language Usage MAP Assessment (Fall) during 6th/7th period. Due to MAP Testing, we will have 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th period today. Students will take the Math Map Test from 2:05 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. We will not have 6th and 7th period. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money will be collected until 9/23/22 for
All periods-Practice the Sorry, Wrong Number Quizizz review game to prepare for your "open notes/book" test over the radio play. When you are ready, open the Sorry, Wrong Number radio play script and your Digital Journal. Click on the link for your class period's assessment over Sorry, Wrong Number.(Before beginning your test, please verify that you are taking the correct assessment for your period.) You can use the radio play script and your Digital Journal to answer the questions on the assessment. However, the test must be completed during one sitting and by Monday (9/19/22) at 10:00 p.m.
Tip: Use the Sorry, Wrong Number radio play script and your Digital Journal to take this open notes/book assessment.
Sorry, Wrong Number Assessment Links
(Links for the assessment for Sorry, Wrong Number were removed at 11:59 p.m. on 9/19/22.)
1st/4th period-Students learned how to submit digital work by creating, sharing, and pasting links to their period's Google Class Doc. Click here to access the technology tutorial on Using and Sharing Links. There are 13 slides that will walk you step-by-step through the process. In the end of the tutorial, you should be able to share a link to your Digital Journal and change the link's text to a X on your period's Google Class Doc.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. (Across the team, you guys struggled with the stages of plot, how/when to use active and passive voice, and the types of conflict. This is important information you will need to create your upcoming personal narratives.) You will also need to log into CommonLit to complete the reading assignment: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). The learning modules in Flocabulary and the reading article in CommonLit are due this Friday (9/16/2022). If you haven't completed the Power Challenge in LightSail, please do so. Review the Progress Check (below) to make sure you are up to speed with your assignments.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
The following students from Mr. Reed's homeroom need to make-up the Language Usage MAP Test: Max C., and Ronald C.R.
Thursday (9/15)
Heads up: Today you will need your Chromebook, Digital Journal, and headphones. Please come to class prepared so that we can have a productive learning session.
1st period-You are in for a treat. The infamous Dr. Tyler will be special guest teacher today. Enjoy. She's an amazing educator. (Sorry 4th-7th period.)
All periods-Student Work Day. Use this class period to complete any of this week's assignments. Suggestions:
If you have had a great week, then you are caught up on all of your work and ready for the next activity. Here's a portion of tomorrow's work:
1. Create Quickwrite 13 (QW 13) and KWL Chart 14 in your Digital Journal. Answer QW 13 and the "What I Know" section of KWL Chart 14. See below if you need an example of a KWL Chart. (If you missed the tutorial on creating charts/tables in Word Online/Google, draw a KWL Chart on your paper and I will help you learn the skill in class, at lunch, or during ELT. (No sweat . . . no stress.)
2. Log into Clever, open BrainPop, and watch the video "Video Games." (You will need to type Video Games in the Search Bar to pull up the video.) While watching the video, enter new information learned about video games/video game designers in the "What I Learned" section of KWL Chart 14. Remember to use bullets to organize and structure your information.
3. Start reading the recommended texts about video game design/designers in LightSail, and continue adding new information learned in the "What I Learned" section of KWL Chart 14. Pro Tip: Start off by reading Video Game Designer by Alix Woods. It's a very easy read.
Note: I have already assigned to informational texts to you in LightSail (Video Game Design by Kenzia Endsley and The World's Coolest Jobs: Video Game Designer by Alix Woods).
Resources
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Sorry, Wrong Number Assessment Links
(Links for this assessment were removed at 11:59 p.m. on 9/19/22.)
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. (Across the team, you guys struggled with the stages of plot, how/when to use active and passive voice, and the types of conflict. This is important information you will need to create your upcoming personal narratives.) You will also need to log into CommonLit to complete the reading assignment: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). The learning modules in Flocabulary and the reading article in CommonLit are due this Friday (9/16/2022). If you haven't completed the Power Challenge in LightSail, please do so. Review the Progress Check (below) to make sure you are up to speed with your assignments.
The following students from Mr. Reed's homeroom need to make-up the Science MAP Test: Max C., Ariana T.L, and Ronald C.R.
Announcements-Welcome back! Hope you guys had a great weekend. With that being said, let's get down to business. First, today all students will take the MAP Reading (Fall) Assessment during 6th/7th period. When you finish, work on the assignments listed below for your class period. Next, all test scores for "The Ransom of Red Chief" have been entered. This year, I tried a different approach for preparing students for this test. I gave you an author's introduction to O. Henry, read the story with you guys, discussed and designed journal entries to assist you with understanding the elements in the story (plot, conflict, irony, etc.), provided you with study guide questions for the test, created a vocabulary set for you to study in Quizlet, watched the short story's film adaptation in class, shared a Quizizz review game for you to play-which is what I used for your test questions, and gave you access to the learning module for you to review any study information/resources. Whew! It was a lot. Unfortunately ladies and gentlemen, the final results were not our best. Here are the class averages (by period) for The Ransom of Red Chief Test: 1st-72.2%, 4th-79.8%, 6th-76%, 7th (Group A)-72.8%, and 7th (Group B)-65.6%.
Feedback: Realistically, many of you did not properly prepare for this test. You did not sign up for Quizlet and study the vocabulary. (I can see who has joined their period's class in Quizlet, what you practiced, and track your learning progress. Quizlet is designed to help you build your vocabulary and increase reading comprehension.) Many of you rushed through the study guide questions and journal entries. (Most answers were inaccurate, lacked important details, and/or needed improvement). Only a few took advantage of the Quizizz review game. (It was created to help you study and prepare for the test. I literally pulled your test questions from the Quizizz review game.) So, with that being said, your test grades will stick. I will not provide anyone with a retesting opportunity. You guys must learn to take ownership of your education. This means being responsible and accountable for your academic performance. When you are given tools and resources, use them. (As a doctoral student, there are times when I have to find tools and resources to do well in my classes.) You cannot always count on your teacher or instructor to tell you what/how to study in order pass the assessments. (A good teacher will, but this is still a skill/set of skills you need to learn for the future.)
Friendly Reminders: Today is the last day for teachers to post their grades for the 4.5 Weeks Progress Report. (Check your average in Infinite Campus to avoid surprises and arrange a conference with your teacher if needed.) Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Money and permission slips will be accepted until 9/23/2022.
Note: Mr. Reed will be off campus today. (Mr. Williams will cover all classes.) Please use your class time wisely. Due dates will be upheld without excuses. Students who misbehave will receive stern consequences. Pro Tip: Come into class, find a seat, work quietly and independently on your assignments. There's nothing complicated about what has be assigned and what you are expected to do in class today. (Make me proud or else.)
All periods-Student Work Day. Log into Flocabulary and complete the following learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. Students without a computer should grab a literature textbook and complete page 59, questions 1-3 and 5-8.
5th period-All students should have signed up for Flocabulary and CommonLit. You have assignments due. Please work on those. Remember, only students who received permission, should join the 5th period group in Flocabulary or CommonLit. If you are a student in one of my 1st, 4th, 6th, or 7th period classes, the 5th period group is not for you.
5th period class code for Flocabulary-HX7WTZ (only join this class with teacher permission). Students, please visit www.flocabulary.com/join-class and enter the class code.
5th period CommonLit class code-Click here to enroll in CommonLit. Use class code: GD67PGL.
7th period-I believe there was a glitch or some type of hiccup in Flocabulary last week. Some of you all received the same class code as 4th period. Please log into Flocabulary and verify that you are enrolled in the correct period and group (7th Period Group A or Group B). If you need clarification on your group status, ask Ms. Fauntleroy for assistance. Regardless, if you did or did not sign up and complete the work, get it done as soon as possible. I will make an exception for this period and accept your work without late work penalties (this week only). Below are the Flocabulary class codes and join links:
7th period (Group A)-BQ76GG. Students, please visit www.flocabulary.com/join-class and enter the class code.
7th period (Group B)-JPF3Z6. Students, please visit www.flocabulary.com/join-class and enter the class code.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. (Across the team, you guys struggled with the stages of plot, how/when to use active and passive voice, and the types of conflict. This is important information you will need to create your upcoming personal narratives.) You will also need to log into CommonLit to complete the reading assignment: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). The learning modules in Flocabulary and the reading article in CommonLit are due this Friday (9/16/2022). If you haven't completed the Power Challenge in LightSail, please do so. Review the Progress Check (below) to make sure you are up to speed with your assignments.
Heads up: If you did not complete the Irony and Suspense Flocabulary learning modules by last week's due date (9/9/22), you probably received a series of zeroes for those missing/late/incomplete assignments (students with extended absences excluded). After assigning students with incomplete work to an academic luncheon (on Friday) with Mr. Poff, I logged back in Friday night to enter late work scores, update the gradebook, and repost my grades for the 4.5 Weeks Progress Report. If you did not complete your late work by Friday night, I will not review late work and enter new scores until this upcoming Friday (9/16/22).
The following students need to make-up the Reading MAP Test: Max C., Ronald C. R.
Progress Check
1. Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Begin working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, and Conflict (9/16/22).
3. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
4. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
5. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
6. Make sure that you have copied and completed Digital Journal entries 1-12 from the Digital Journal menu page.
7. Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (past due-9/9).
8. Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
9. Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
10. Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
11. Check your Outlook email to review/respond to any messages you may have received from your teachers.
Tuesday (9/13)
Announcements-Students will take the MAP Math (Fall) Assessment during 6th/7th period. Due to MAP Testing, we will have 6th, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th period today. Students will take the Math Map Test from 2:05 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. We will not have 1st and 4th period.
6th/7th period-Students learned how to submit digital work by creating, sharing, and pasting links to their period's Google Class Doc. Click here to access the technology tutorial on Using and Sharing Links. There are 13 slides that will walk you step-by-step through the process. In the end of the tutorial, you should be able to share a link to your Digital Journal and change the link's text to a X on your period's Google Class Doc.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. (Across the team, you guys struggled with the stages of plot, how/when to use active and passive voice, and the types of conflict. This is important information you will need to create your upcoming personal narratives.) You will also need to log into CommonLit to complete the reading assignment: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). The learning modules in Flocabulary and the reading article in CommonLit are due this Friday (9/16/2022). If you haven't completed the Power Challenge in LightSail, please do so. Review the Progress Check (below) to make sure you are up to speed with your assignments.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
The following students from Mr. Reed's homeroom need to make-up the Math MAP Test: Max C., and Ronald C.R.
Wednesday (9/7)
Announcements-Students will take the Language Usage MAP Assessment (Fall) during 6th/7th period. Due to MAP Testing, we will have 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th period today. Students will take the Math Map Test from 2:05 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. We will not have 6th and 7th period. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money will be collected until 9/23/22 for
All periods-Practice the Sorry, Wrong Number Quizizz review game to prepare for your "open notes/book" test over the radio play. When you are ready, open the Sorry, Wrong Number radio play script and your Digital Journal. Click on the link for your class period's assessment over Sorry, Wrong Number.(Before beginning your test, please verify that you are taking the correct assessment for your period.) You can use the radio play script and your Digital Journal to answer the questions on the assessment. However, the test must be completed during one sitting and by Monday (9/19/22) at 10:00 p.m.
Tip: Use the Sorry, Wrong Number radio play script and your Digital Journal to take this open notes/book assessment.
Sorry, Wrong Number Assessment Links
(Links for the assessment for Sorry, Wrong Number were removed at 11:59 p.m. on 9/19/22.)
1st/4th period-Students learned how to submit digital work by creating, sharing, and pasting links to their period's Google Class Doc. Click here to access the technology tutorial on Using and Sharing Links. There are 13 slides that will walk you step-by-step through the process. In the end of the tutorial, you should be able to share a link to your Digital Journal and change the link's text to a X on your period's Google Class Doc.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. (Across the team, you guys struggled with the stages of plot, how/when to use active and passive voice, and the types of conflict. This is important information you will need to create your upcoming personal narratives.) You will also need to log into CommonLit to complete the reading assignment: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). The learning modules in Flocabulary and the reading article in CommonLit are due this Friday (9/16/2022). If you haven't completed the Power Challenge in LightSail, please do so. Review the Progress Check (below) to make sure you are up to speed with your assignments.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
The following students from Mr. Reed's homeroom need to make-up the Language Usage MAP Test: Max C., and Ronald C.R.
Thursday (9/15)
Heads up: Today you will need your Chromebook, Digital Journal, and headphones. Please come to class prepared so that we can have a productive learning session.
1st period-You are in for a treat. The infamous Dr. Tyler will be special guest teacher today. Enjoy. She's an amazing educator. (Sorry 4th-7th period.)
All periods-Student Work Day. Use this class period to complete any of this week's assignments. Suggestions:
- Complete the open notes/book assessment for "Sorry, Wrong Number." Tip: Use the Sorry, Wrong Number radio play script and your Digital Journal to take this open notes/book assessment.
- Complete your CommonLit reading article over Bradbury's "Golden Kite/Silver Wind
- Complete all assigned learning modules in Flocabulary (Suspense, Irony, Plot, Active/Passive Voice, and Conflict
- Complete the Power Challenge in LightSail if you have not done so already. (Log into Clever, type in LightSail, click on the green Power Challenge icon.)
- Make sure that you have submitted a link to you Digital Journal on your period's Google Class Doc.
- Complete journal entries 1-12 in your Digital Journal
If you have had a great week, then you are caught up on all of your work and ready for the next activity. Here's a portion of tomorrow's work:
1. Create Quickwrite 13 (QW 13) and KWL Chart 14 in your Digital Journal. Answer QW 13 and the "What I Know" section of KWL Chart 14. See below if you need an example of a KWL Chart. (If you missed the tutorial on creating charts/tables in Word Online/Google, draw a KWL Chart on your paper and I will help you learn the skill in class, at lunch, or during ELT. (No sweat . . . no stress.)
2. Log into Clever, open BrainPop, and watch the video "Video Games." (You will need to type Video Games in the Search Bar to pull up the video.) While watching the video, enter new information learned about video games/video game designers in the "What I Learned" section of KWL Chart 14. Remember to use bullets to organize and structure your information.
3. Start reading the recommended texts about video game design/designers in LightSail, and continue adding new information learned in the "What I Learned" section of KWL Chart 14. Pro Tip: Start off by reading Video Game Designer by Alix Woods. It's a very easy read.
Note: I have already assigned to informational texts to you in LightSail (Video Game Design by Kenzia Endsley and The World's Coolest Jobs: Video Game Designer by Alix Woods).
Resources
- Video Game Designer by Alix Woods (32 pgs./990L)
- Video Game Design by Kenzia Endsley (96 pgs./1150L)
- Quickwrite 13: What skills, talents, and/or training should a great video game designer possess?
- KWL Chart 14:Create a KWL Chart for learning about being a Video Game Designer. The KWL Chart should be a 3x2 graphic organizer that lists What You Know (Column 1), What You Want to Know (Column 2), and What You Learned (Column 3).
- Sorry, Wrong Number radio play script
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Sorry, Wrong Number Assessment Links
(Links for this assessment were removed at 11:59 p.m. on 9/19/22.)
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete learning modules: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, along with Conflict. (Across the team, you guys struggled with the stages of plot, how/when to use active and passive voice, and the types of conflict. This is important information you will need to create your upcoming personal narratives.) You will also need to log into CommonLit to complete the reading assignment: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). The learning modules in Flocabulary and the reading article in CommonLit are due this Friday (9/16/2022). If you haven't completed the Power Challenge in LightSail, please do so. Review the Progress Check (below) to make sure you are up to speed with your assignments.
The following students from Mr. Reed's homeroom need to make-up the Science MAP Test: Max C., Ariana T.L, and Ronald C.R.
Friday (9/16)
Announcements: Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th. Progress Reports for the 4.5 Weeks were distributed yesterday in Homeroom. All t-shirt orders have been placed. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22.
Note: Mr. Reed will be off campus today. (Ms. Green will cover all classes.) Please use your class time wisely. Due dates will be upheld without excuses. Students who misbehave will receive stern consequences. Pro Tip: Come into class, find a seat, work quietly and independently on your assignments. There's nothing complicated about what has be assigned and what you are expected to do in class today. (Make me proud or else.)
All periods-Make sure that you have completed all of Thursday's assignments (9/15/22). When you have finished Thursday's work, log into Flocabulary. Complete the following learning modules: Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms. Pay careful attention to these five learning modules. Add new information learned about video game design/designers to KWL Chart 14 under the "What I Learned" column. Next week, we'll work on organizing and structuring your information, gathered data, and resources to prepare you to create a presentation over the S.T.E.M. career field of video game designers/programmers. In your upcoming Video Game Designer S.T.E.M. Day, you will play a variety of video games and examine the coding while searching for examples of events, conditionals, loops, and algorithms.
Students without a Chromebook-Complete the Assessment Practice on pg. 152-157 in your literature textbook. Answer all questions (Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, and Writing & Grammar). If you have additional time left over, begin working on Unit 2's Reader's Workshop (Character and Point of View). It starts on pg. 162 and ends on pg. 167. Complete all Close Read questions.
Homework-None (unless you have missing/late/incomplete/past due assignments). Enjoy your weekend. (However, if you want to get a jump start on next week's due dates, see the Progress Check below for a heads up.)
Progress Check
1. Past Due: Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. In Progress: Continue working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, and Conflict ( due 9/16/22). Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms (due 9/23/22).
3. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
4. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
5. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
6. Make sure that you have copied and completed Digital Journal entries 1-14 from the Digital Journal menu page.
7. Past Due: Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due-9/9).
8. In Progress: Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
9. In Progress: Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
10. In Progress: Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
11. Past Due: Uploaded a link to your Digital Journal on your period's Google Class Doc.
12. In Progress: Complete your open notes/book assessment over Sorry, Wrong Number.
13. Ongoing: Check your Outlook email to review/respond to any messages you may have received from your teachers.
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Sorry, Wrong Number Assessment Links
(Links for this assessment were removed at 11:59 p.m. on 9/19/22.)
Announcements: Picture Day is Wednesday, September 28th. Progress Reports for the 4.5 Weeks were distributed yesterday in Homeroom. All t-shirt orders have been placed. S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money can be turned in until 9/23/22.
Note: Mr. Reed will be off campus today. (Ms. Green will cover all classes.) Please use your class time wisely. Due dates will be upheld without excuses. Students who misbehave will receive stern consequences. Pro Tip: Come into class, find a seat, work quietly and independently on your assignments. There's nothing complicated about what has be assigned and what you are expected to do in class today. (Make me proud or else.)
All periods-Make sure that you have completed all of Thursday's assignments (9/15/22). When you have finished Thursday's work, log into Flocabulary. Complete the following learning modules: Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms. Pay careful attention to these five learning modules. Add new information learned about video game design/designers to KWL Chart 14 under the "What I Learned" column. Next week, we'll work on organizing and structuring your information, gathered data, and resources to prepare you to create a presentation over the S.T.E.M. career field of video game designers/programmers. In your upcoming Video Game Designer S.T.E.M. Day, you will play a variety of video games and examine the coding while searching for examples of events, conditionals, loops, and algorithms.
Students without a Chromebook-Complete the Assessment Practice on pg. 152-157 in your literature textbook. Answer all questions (Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, and Writing & Grammar). If you have additional time left over, begin working on Unit 2's Reader's Workshop (Character and Point of View). It starts on pg. 162 and ends on pg. 167. Complete all Close Read questions.
Homework-None (unless you have missing/late/incomplete/past due assignments). Enjoy your weekend. (However, if you want to get a jump start on next week's due dates, see the Progress Check below for a heads up.)
Progress Check
1. Past Due: Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. In Progress: Continue working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot Elements, Active and Passive Voice, and Conflict ( due 9/16/22). Coding, Coding: Events, Coding: Conditionals, Coding: For Loops, and Coding: Algorithms (due 9/23/22).
3. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
4. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
5. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
6. Make sure that you have copied and completed Digital Journal entries 1-14 from the Digital Journal menu page.
7. Past Due: Log into LightSail (using Clever) and complete the Power Challenge (due-9/9).
8. In Progress: Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
9. In Progress: Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
10. In Progress: Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
11. Past Due: Uploaded a link to your Digital Journal on your period's Google Class Doc.
12. In Progress: Complete your open notes/book assessment over Sorry, Wrong Number.
13. Ongoing: Check your Outlook email to review/respond to any messages you may have received from your teachers.
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Sorry, Wrong Number Assessment Links
(Links for this assessment were removed at 11:59 p.m. on 9/19/22.)
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/5 to 9/9/2022
Monday (9/5)
Announcements-No school on Monday due to Labor Day (9/5). All students should have a Chromebook on Team 8D. The team does not have any loaners that students can borrow. The next Chromebook distribution date for 8th grade is 9/9/22. If you have not completed the Chromebook User Agreement, please have your parent(s)/guardian(s) do so as soon as possible. Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) Next Friday is a Pizza Friday day (9/9). Students can place pizza orders with Mr. Reed until 9/8/22. ($2 per slice, $1 for a drink, $5.00 for a combo-2 slices and a drink. Cash only.) Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Details and permission slips will be distributed on Tuesday, 9/6/22.
Tuesday (9/6)
Announcements-The next Chromebook distribution date for 8th grade is 9/9/22. If you have not completed the Chromebook User Agreement, please have your parent(s)/guardian(s) do so as soon as possible. Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) This Friday is a Pizza Friday day (9/9). Students can place pizza orders with Mr. Reed until 9/8/22. ($2 per slice, $1 for a drink, $5.00 for a combo-2 slices and a drink. Cash only.)
1st period-Students completed the Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief.
Click here to join the Quizlet group for 1st period. After joining their period's group in Quizlet, students reviewed the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief and played a few rounds of Quizlet Live. Students also joined that period's group in Flocabulary (click here Class Code: NZD4VB). Mr. Reed reviewed the homework and due dates.
4th period-Students continued their Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief. Click here to join the Quizlet group for 4th period. Students also joined that period's group in Flocabulary (click here Class Code: DN7WPR). Mr. Reed reviewed the homework and due dates.
5th period-Students logged into LightSail and completed the Power Challenge assessment.
6th period-Student Work Day. Learners used the class period to sign up for Quizlet and Flocabulary. Afterwards, students used Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary for The Ransom of Red Chief (TRRC). Next, (Click here to join the Quizlet group for 6th period.) Next, students studied for their test over TRRC by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325). With remaining time, students logged in to Flocabulary and began working on their Suspense and/or Irony learning modules. (To join your period's group in Flocabulary click here and enter class code: F6N7BJ.)
7th period-Students continued their Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief. Click here to join the Quizlet group for 7th period. Students also joined that period's group in Flocabulary (click here Class Code: BQ76GG for Group A or Class Code: JPF3Z6 for Group B).
Homework-Review The Ransom of Red Chief Vocabulary Set in Quizlet (due 9/9). Study for your test by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325). Complete the Plot, Suspense and Irony learning modules in Flocabulary by 9/9/2022. Use Clever to log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge. Sign up for CommonLit and complete the reading article: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). Click here to sign up for CommonLit and enter your period's Class Code:
1st period-B85ZPZ9
4th period-6W35G7K
5th period-GD67PGL (Only join this group with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period-4KN7ZNZ
7th period (Group A)-4KN7ZYZ
7th period (Group B)-ZB97YZ5
Progress Check
1. Use the links/class codes (above) to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Study for your test over TRRC by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325).
3. Begin working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot, Irony, and Suspense (due 9/9)
4. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
5. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
6. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
7. Make sure that you have copied Digital Journal entries 1-6 from the Digital Journal menu page and pasted them into their Digital Journal in Word Online. (Note: Your Digital Journal should be created in Word Online, not Google Documents. If you need help or further assistance, please see Mr. Reed.)
8. After copying journal entries 1-6, students should use the hard (paper) copies of their digital journals to enter their original answers to the prompts onto their new digital journals. (Note: You will share links to your Digital Journals on Wednesday. Entries 1-6 are due on Thursday. Be prepared)
9. Log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge (due 9/9)
Wednesday (9/7)
Announcements-Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Details and permission slips were distributed today. This month we will begin our Video Game Designer Learning Module, which includes reading Video Game Design by Kenzia Endsley. You do not need to purchase this book, it has been assigned to you (for free) through LightSail. If you do not have a Chromebook, the next distribution date for 8th grade is 9/9/22. Please have your parent(s)/guardian(s) complete the Chromebook User Agreement by 9/7/22 to ensure the District has your information synced before the next distribution date. Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) Pizza Friday has been canceled for this week. (Sorry guys, we're just too busy.) We'll reschedule another pizza day later in the month.
1st period-Student Work Day. Open your Digital Journals (DJ). Copy and paste entries 7-11 into your DJ. Use this period to work on completing Quickwrite 7, Reflection 8, Quickwrite 9, Quickwrite 10, and Quickwrite 11. (These journal entries will help prepare you for Friday's test.)
4th period-Students continued their Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief.
5th period-Log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge. Complete the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot, Irony, and Suspense. Make sure that you have created your Digital Journal and entered journal entries 1-6. Study The Ransom of Red Chief (TRRC) Quizlet Vocabulary Set. Study for your test over TRRC by playing the review game in Quizizz.
6th period-Student Work Day. Open your Digital Journals (DJ). Copy and paste entries 7-11 into your DJ. Use this period to work on completing Quickwrite 7, Reflection 8, Quickwrite 9, Quickwrite 10, and Quickwrite 11. (These journal entries will help prepare you for Friday's test.)
7th period-Students continued their Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief.
Homework-TRRC Venn diagrams are due on Thursday (9/8/22). Please make any necessary revisions to ensure your work is ready to submit. Review TRRC Vocabulary Set in Quizlet (due 9/9). (Remember, after you have joined your class' period in Quizlet, you have access to all of this year's vocabular sets. Simply scroll down to the required vocabulary set and begin studying using your preferred learning style.) Study for your test (on 9/9/22) by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325). Complete the Plot, Suspense, and Irony learning modules in Flocabulary by 9/9/2022. Use Clever to log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge (due date-9/12/22). Sign up for CommonLit and complete the reading article: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). Click here to sign up for CommonLit and enter your period's Class Code:
1st period-B85ZPZ9
4th period-6W35G7K
5th period-GD67PGL (Only join this group with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period-4KN7ZNZ
7th period (Group A)-4KN7ZYZ
7th period (Group B)-ZB97YZ5
Progress Check
1. Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Study for your test over TRRC by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325).
3. Begin working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot, Irony, and Suspense (due 9/9)
4. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
5. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
6. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
7. Make sure that you have copied Digital Journal entries 1-6 from the Digital Journal menu page and pasted them into their Digital Journal in Word Online. (Note: Your Digital Journal should be created in Word Online, not Google Documents. If you need help or further assistance, please see Mr. Reed.)
8. After copying journal entries 1-6, students should use the hard (paper) copies of their digital journals to enter their original answers to the prompts onto their new digital journals. (Note: You will share links to your Digital Journals on Wednesday. Entries 1-6 are due on Thursday. Be prepared.)
9. Log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge (due 9/9).
10. Purchase a team shirt from Mr. Poff by 9/9. The cost is $15.00. (You will need it for upcoming team/S.T.E.M. days and field trips).
11. Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
12. Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
13. Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
Thursday (9/8)
Announcement-Students, Mr. Reed will be off campus today. Please read today's announcements, reminders, assignments, and Progress Check carefully. Follow directions/instructions to complete the required tasks and prepare for tomorrow's test.
Friendly Reminders: Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money are due on 9/23/22. Chromebooks will be distributed for 8th grade tomorrow (9/9/22). If you need a Chromebook, please make sure that your parent(s)/guardian(s) have completed the Chromebook User Agreement. Tomorrow (9/9/22) is the last day to order team t-shirts from Mr. Poff. The cost is $15.00. Cash only.
All periods-Student Work Day. Open your Digital Journals (DJ). Copy and paste entries 7-11 into your DJ. Use this period to work on completing Quickwrite 7, Reflection 8, Quickwrite 9, Quickwrite 10, and Quickwrite 11. (These journal entries will help prepare you for Friday's test.) Hopefully, you have been keeping up with this week's work. Make sure that you are working to complete everything in the Progress Check by the established due dates. (There is a large number of students who have not joined their period's class in Flocabulary. You have been assigned a total of three learning modules-two (Irony and Suspense) are due tomorrow.)
Note: When I assign online work, I like to provide students with in-class access the school's high speed internet. Please use your time wisely. (If you do not have internet access at home and need additional time to complete your assignments, let me know.) Today, review the Progress Check under Wednesday's (9/7) class summary and assignments. Work on completing all of the assignments/tasks listed.
Homework-Complete any incomplete work. (See Progress Check below for an itemization of all assignments.) At this point, you should have entered and completed journal entries 1-11 in your Digital Journal (DJ). Do not worry about submitting a link to your period's Google Class Doc. I'll show you how to do that on Friday.
Progress Check
1. Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Study for your test over TRRC by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325).
3. Begin working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Irony, and Suspense (due 9/9). Plot Elements will be due on 9/16/22.
4. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
5. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
6. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
7. Make sure that you have copied Digital Journal entries 1-6 from the Digital Journal menu page and pasted them into their Digital Journal in Word Online. (Note: Your Digital Journal should be created in Word Online, not Google Documents. If you need help or further assistance, please see Mr. Reed.)
8. After copying journal entries 1-6, students should use the hard (paper) copies of their digital journals to enter their original answers to the prompts onto their new digital journals. (Note: You will share links to your Digital Journals on Wednesday. Entries 1-6 are due on Thursday. Be prepared.)
9. Log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge (due 9/9).
10. Purchase a team shirt from Mr. Poff by 9/9. The cost is $15.00. (You will need it for upcoming team/S.T.E.M. days and field trips).
11. Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
12. Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
13. Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
14. Check your Outlook email to review/respond to any messages you may have received from your teachers.
Friday (9/9)
All periods-Test over The Ransom of Red Chief. Reflection 12. Quickwrite 13 (if you have time).
1st period-Students started today's learning session by using Quizlet to review the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief. Afterwards, students completed the assessment for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Afterwards, students worked on the rest of their remaining classwork/homework assignments (including journal entries 11-12).
1st period-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
1st period's lunch Invitations w/Mr. Poff: Forrest, Emily B., Isabella B., Martha, Giovanni J., Jack M., Raielle, Kimora, Moctar, Emely S., Makayla S., Isabella V., Emily V-M., Opal. (Please spend your time working on your missing work in Flocabulary.)
4th period-Students started today's learning session by using Quizlet to review the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief. Afterwards, students completed the assessment for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Afterwards, students worked on the rest of their remaining classwork/homework assignments (including journal entries 11-12).
4th period-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
4th period's lunch invitations w/Mr. Poff: Braydon, Dylan, Max, Floyd, Henry, and Phillip.
6th period-Students started today's learning session by using Quizlet to review the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief. Afterwards, students completed the assessment for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Afterwards, students worked on the rest of their remaining classwork/homework assignments (including journal entries 11-12).
6th period-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
6th period's lunch invitations w/Mr. Poff: Jalynn, Niya, Javion, Diego, Daneira, Anthony, Jose, DeQuincy, Justin, Valeria, Jhunseo, Andy, Naima, Rey, Serena, Aaren, Ariana, and Eric.
7th period-Students started today's learning session by using Quizlet to review the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief. Afterwards, students completed the assessment for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Afterwards, students worked on the rest of their remaining classwork/homework assignments (including journal entries 11-12).
7th period (Group A)-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
7th period (Group B)-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
Homework-None (unless you have missing/incomplete/late work). Enjoy your weekend.
Reflection 12 (due 9/13)
Quickwrite 13 (due 9/13)
What is an allegory?
Announcements-No school on Monday due to Labor Day (9/5). All students should have a Chromebook on Team 8D. The team does not have any loaners that students can borrow. The next Chromebook distribution date for 8th grade is 9/9/22. If you have not completed the Chromebook User Agreement, please have your parent(s)/guardian(s) do so as soon as possible. Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) Next Friday is a Pizza Friday day (9/9). Students can place pizza orders with Mr. Reed until 9/8/22. ($2 per slice, $1 for a drink, $5.00 for a combo-2 slices and a drink. Cash only.) Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Details and permission slips will be distributed on Tuesday, 9/6/22.
Tuesday (9/6)
Announcements-The next Chromebook distribution date for 8th grade is 9/9/22. If you have not completed the Chromebook User Agreement, please have your parent(s)/guardian(s) do so as soon as possible. Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) This Friday is a Pizza Friday day (9/9). Students can place pizza orders with Mr. Reed until 9/8/22. ($2 per slice, $1 for a drink, $5.00 for a combo-2 slices and a drink. Cash only.)
1st period-Students completed the Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief.
Click here to join the Quizlet group for 1st period. After joining their period's group in Quizlet, students reviewed the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief and played a few rounds of Quizlet Live. Students also joined that period's group in Flocabulary (click here Class Code: NZD4VB). Mr. Reed reviewed the homework and due dates.
4th period-Students continued their Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief. Click here to join the Quizlet group for 4th period. Students also joined that period's group in Flocabulary (click here Class Code: DN7WPR). Mr. Reed reviewed the homework and due dates.
5th period-Students logged into LightSail and completed the Power Challenge assessment.
6th period-Student Work Day. Learners used the class period to sign up for Quizlet and Flocabulary. Afterwards, students used Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary for The Ransom of Red Chief (TRRC). Next, (Click here to join the Quizlet group for 6th period.) Next, students studied for their test over TRRC by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325). With remaining time, students logged in to Flocabulary and began working on their Suspense and/or Irony learning modules. (To join your period's group in Flocabulary click here and enter class code: F6N7BJ.)
7th period-Students continued their Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief. Click here to join the Quizlet group for 7th period. Students also joined that period's group in Flocabulary (click here Class Code: BQ76GG for Group A or Class Code: JPF3Z6 for Group B).
Homework-Review The Ransom of Red Chief Vocabulary Set in Quizlet (due 9/9). Study for your test by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325). Complete the Plot, Suspense and Irony learning modules in Flocabulary by 9/9/2022. Use Clever to log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge. Sign up for CommonLit and complete the reading article: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). Click here to sign up for CommonLit and enter your period's Class Code:
1st period-B85ZPZ9
4th period-6W35G7K
5th period-GD67PGL (Only join this group with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period-4KN7ZNZ
7th period (Group A)-4KN7ZYZ
7th period (Group B)-ZB97YZ5
Progress Check
1. Use the links/class codes (above) to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Study for your test over TRRC by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325).
3. Begin working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot, Irony, and Suspense (due 9/9)
4. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
5. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
6. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
7. Make sure that you have copied Digital Journal entries 1-6 from the Digital Journal menu page and pasted them into their Digital Journal in Word Online. (Note: Your Digital Journal should be created in Word Online, not Google Documents. If you need help or further assistance, please see Mr. Reed.)
8. After copying journal entries 1-6, students should use the hard (paper) copies of their digital journals to enter their original answers to the prompts onto their new digital journals. (Note: You will share links to your Digital Journals on Wednesday. Entries 1-6 are due on Thursday. Be prepared)
9. Log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge (due 9/9)
Wednesday (9/7)
Announcements-Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Details and permission slips were distributed today. This month we will begin our Video Game Designer Learning Module, which includes reading Video Game Design by Kenzia Endsley. You do not need to purchase this book, it has been assigned to you (for free) through LightSail. If you do not have a Chromebook, the next distribution date for 8th grade is 9/9/22. Please have your parent(s)/guardian(s) complete the Chromebook User Agreement by 9/7/22 to ensure the District has your information synced before the next distribution date. Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) Pizza Friday has been canceled for this week. (Sorry guys, we're just too busy.) We'll reschedule another pizza day later in the month.
1st period-Student Work Day. Open your Digital Journals (DJ). Copy and paste entries 7-11 into your DJ. Use this period to work on completing Quickwrite 7, Reflection 8, Quickwrite 9, Quickwrite 10, and Quickwrite 11. (These journal entries will help prepare you for Friday's test.)
4th period-Students continued their Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief.
5th period-Log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge. Complete the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot, Irony, and Suspense. Make sure that you have created your Digital Journal and entered journal entries 1-6. Study The Ransom of Red Chief (TRRC) Quizlet Vocabulary Set. Study for your test over TRRC by playing the review game in Quizizz.
6th period-Student Work Day. Open your Digital Journals (DJ). Copy and paste entries 7-11 into your DJ. Use this period to work on completing Quickwrite 7, Reflection 8, Quickwrite 9, Quickwrite 10, and Quickwrite 11. (These journal entries will help prepare you for Friday's test.)
7th period-Students continued their Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief.
Homework-TRRC Venn diagrams are due on Thursday (9/8/22). Please make any necessary revisions to ensure your work is ready to submit. Review TRRC Vocabulary Set in Quizlet (due 9/9). (Remember, after you have joined your class' period in Quizlet, you have access to all of this year's vocabular sets. Simply scroll down to the required vocabulary set and begin studying using your preferred learning style.) Study for your test (on 9/9/22) by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325). Complete the Plot, Suspense, and Irony learning modules in Flocabulary by 9/9/2022. Use Clever to log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge (due date-9/12/22). Sign up for CommonLit and complete the reading article: "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind" (by Ray Bradbury). Click here to sign up for CommonLit and enter your period's Class Code:
1st period-B85ZPZ9
4th period-6W35G7K
5th period-GD67PGL (Only join this group with Mr. Reed's permission)
6th period-4KN7ZNZ
7th period (Group A)-4KN7ZYZ
7th period (Group B)-ZB97YZ5
Progress Check
1. Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Study for your test over TRRC by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325).
3. Begin working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Plot, Irony, and Suspense (due 9/9)
4. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
5. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
6. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
7. Make sure that you have copied Digital Journal entries 1-6 from the Digital Journal menu page and pasted them into their Digital Journal in Word Online. (Note: Your Digital Journal should be created in Word Online, not Google Documents. If you need help or further assistance, please see Mr. Reed.)
8. After copying journal entries 1-6, students should use the hard (paper) copies of their digital journals to enter their original answers to the prompts onto their new digital journals. (Note: You will share links to your Digital Journals on Wednesday. Entries 1-6 are due on Thursday. Be prepared.)
9. Log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge (due 9/9).
10. Purchase a team shirt from Mr. Poff by 9/9. The cost is $15.00. (You will need it for upcoming team/S.T.E.M. days and field trips).
11. Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
12. Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
13. Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
Thursday (9/8)
Announcement-Students, Mr. Reed will be off campus today. Please read today's announcements, reminders, assignments, and Progress Check carefully. Follow directions/instructions to complete the required tasks and prepare for tomorrow's test.
Friendly Reminders: Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). S.T.E.M. Day permission slips and money are due on 9/23/22. Chromebooks will be distributed for 8th grade tomorrow (9/9/22). If you need a Chromebook, please make sure that your parent(s)/guardian(s) have completed the Chromebook User Agreement. Tomorrow (9/9/22) is the last day to order team t-shirts from Mr. Poff. The cost is $15.00. Cash only.
All periods-Student Work Day. Open your Digital Journals (DJ). Copy and paste entries 7-11 into your DJ. Use this period to work on completing Quickwrite 7, Reflection 8, Quickwrite 9, Quickwrite 10, and Quickwrite 11. (These journal entries will help prepare you for Friday's test.) Hopefully, you have been keeping up with this week's work. Make sure that you are working to complete everything in the Progress Check by the established due dates. (There is a large number of students who have not joined their period's class in Flocabulary. You have been assigned a total of three learning modules-two (Irony and Suspense) are due tomorrow.)
Note: When I assign online work, I like to provide students with in-class access the school's high speed internet. Please use your time wisely. (If you do not have internet access at home and need additional time to complete your assignments, let me know.) Today, review the Progress Check under Wednesday's (9/7) class summary and assignments. Work on completing all of the assignments/tasks listed.
Homework-Complete any incomplete work. (See Progress Check below for an itemization of all assignments.) At this point, you should have entered and completed journal entries 1-11 in your Digital Journal (DJ). Do not worry about submitting a link to your period's Google Class Doc. I'll show you how to do that on Friday.
Progress Check
1. Use the links/class codes to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (Remember, you have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.)
2. Study for your test over TRRC by playing The Ransom of Red Chief Quizizz (game code 1862 7325).
3. Begin working on the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Irony, and Suspense (due 9/9). Plot Elements will be due on 9/16/22.
4. Order a personal copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (due date-10/3/2022). We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
5. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds (required) and a mouse (recommended) that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
6. Purchase Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance and a case (optional). If you need information on Device Coverage/Chromebook Insurance, see one of your team's teachers.
7. Make sure that you have copied Digital Journal entries 1-6 from the Digital Journal menu page and pasted them into their Digital Journal in Word Online. (Note: Your Digital Journal should be created in Word Online, not Google Documents. If you need help or further assistance, please see Mr. Reed.)
8. After copying journal entries 1-6, students should use the hard (paper) copies of their digital journals to enter their original answers to the prompts onto their new digital journals. (Note: You will share links to your Digital Journals on Wednesday. Entries 1-6 are due on Thursday. Be prepared.)
9. Log into LightSail and complete the Power Challenge (due 9/9).
10. Purchase a team shirt from Mr. Poff by 9/9. The cost is $15.00. (You will need it for upcoming team/S.T.E.M. days and field trips).
11. Log into CommonLit and read Ray Bradbury's "The Golden Kite, The Silver Wind." The story is already assigned to your class period (due date-9/16).
12. Return a signed permission slip with $25.00 to participate in our upcoming S.T.E.M. Day on video game designers. September 23, 2022 is the last day we can accept money and permissions slips, but please do not wait until the last minute.
13. Consider completing an extra credit activity/assignment in The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module. Scroll down to the bottom of the learning module to review the extra credit opportunities. If you are interested in completing one, please see me to discuss due dates and expectations.
14. Check your Outlook email to review/respond to any messages you may have received from your teachers.
Friday (9/9)
All periods-Test over The Ransom of Red Chief. Reflection 12. Quickwrite 13 (if you have time).
1st period-Students started today's learning session by using Quizlet to review the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief. Afterwards, students completed the assessment for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Afterwards, students worked on the rest of their remaining classwork/homework assignments (including journal entries 11-12).
1st period-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
1st period's lunch Invitations w/Mr. Poff: Forrest, Emily B., Isabella B., Martha, Giovanni J., Jack M., Raielle, Kimora, Moctar, Emely S., Makayla S., Isabella V., Emily V-M., Opal. (Please spend your time working on your missing work in Flocabulary.)
4th period-Students started today's learning session by using Quizlet to review the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief. Afterwards, students completed the assessment for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Afterwards, students worked on the rest of their remaining classwork/homework assignments (including journal entries 11-12).
4th period-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
4th period's lunch invitations w/Mr. Poff: Braydon, Dylan, Max, Floyd, Henry, and Phillip.
6th period-Students started today's learning session by using Quizlet to review the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief. Afterwards, students completed the assessment for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Afterwards, students worked on the rest of their remaining classwork/homework assignments (including journal entries 11-12).
6th period-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
6th period's lunch invitations w/Mr. Poff: Jalynn, Niya, Javion, Diego, Daneira, Anthony, Jose, DeQuincy, Justin, Valeria, Jhunseo, Andy, Naima, Rey, Serena, Aaren, Ariana, and Eric.
7th period-Students started today's learning session by using Quizlet to review the vocabulary set for The Ransom of Red Chief. Afterwards, students completed the assessment for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Afterwards, students worked on the rest of their remaining classwork/homework assignments (including journal entries 11-12).
7th period (Group A)-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
7th period (Group B)-Click here to access your test over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
Homework-None (unless you have missing/incomplete/late work). Enjoy your weekend.
Reflection 12 (due 9/13)
- How did you do on your The Ransom of Red Chief Test? (Include your score in your answer.)
- Choose one to answer: What things will you work on next time to better prepare for your next test? What things will you continue to do in order to receive good grades on your tests?
Quickwrite 13 (due 9/13)
What is an allegory?
Please Do Not Go Beyond This Point!
Here are your assignments for the week of 8/29 to 9/2/2022
Thursday (9/1)
Announcement-Students received Chromebooks on 8/31/2022. (All student should have a Chromebook on Team 8D. The team does not have any loaners that students can borrow.) Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) Next Friday is a Pizza Friday day (9/9). Students can place pizza orders with Mr. Reed until 9/8/22. ($2 per slice, $1 for a drink, $5.00 for a combo-2 slices and a drink. Cash only.) Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Details and permission slips will be distributed on Tuesday, 9/6/22.
All periods-Mr. Reed provided troubleshooting support to students who were unable to access the school's Wi-Fi network. Afterwards, Mr. Reed showed the class how to bookmark their core content teachers' websites and Office 365 (O365). Students received a brief orientation to O365 and learned how to create their Digital Journal in Word Online. Note: Students should copy Digital Journal entries 1-6 from the Digital Journal menu page and paste them into their Digital Journal in Word. (Your Digital Journal should be created in Word Online, not Google Documents. If you need help or further assistance, please see Mr. Reed.) After copying journal entries 1-6, students should use the hard (paper) copies of their digital journals to enter their original answers to the prompts onto their new digital journals.
Homework-Enter journal entries 1-6 in your Digital Journal (follow steps 1-4 on the Digital Journal website). Entries 1-6 should be completed by Thursday (9/8/22). Students will learn how to create, share, and submit links to their digital journals onto their period's Google Class Doc next week.
Note: Students in 6th and 7th period learned how to Bookmark/Favorite their team teachers' websites.
Friday (9/2)
Announcement-No school on Monday due to Labor Day (9/5). All students should have a Chromebook on Team 8D. The team does not have any loaners that students can borrow. The next Chromebook distribution date for 8th grade is 9/9/22. If you have not completed the Chromebook User Agreement, please have your parent(s)/guardian(s) do so as soon as possible. Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) Next Friday is a Pizza Friday day (9/9). Students can place pizza orders with Mr. Reed until 9/8/22. ($2 per slice, $1 for a drink, $5.00 for a combo-2 slices and a drink. Cash only.) Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Details and permission slips will be distributed on Tuesday, 9/6/22. Spanish 1 & 2 will stay on team today. Students should report to their homerooms in 5th period.
All periods-Students continued the Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief. Learners continued using their Venn diagram to identify and list significant similarities and differences between the short story and film adaptation of "The Ransom of Red Chief."
5th period-Student Work Day.
Homework-None
Resources
The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module
Announcement-Students received Chromebooks on 8/31/2022. (All student should have a Chromebook on Team 8D. The team does not have any loaners that students can borrow.) Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) Next Friday is a Pizza Friday day (9/9). Students can place pizza orders with Mr. Reed until 9/8/22. ($2 per slice, $1 for a drink, $5.00 for a combo-2 slices and a drink. Cash only.) Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Details and permission slips will be distributed on Tuesday, 9/6/22.
All periods-Mr. Reed provided troubleshooting support to students who were unable to access the school's Wi-Fi network. Afterwards, Mr. Reed showed the class how to bookmark their core content teachers' websites and Office 365 (O365). Students received a brief orientation to O365 and learned how to create their Digital Journal in Word Online. Note: Students should copy Digital Journal entries 1-6 from the Digital Journal menu page and paste them into their Digital Journal in Word. (Your Digital Journal should be created in Word Online, not Google Documents. If you need help or further assistance, please see Mr. Reed.) After copying journal entries 1-6, students should use the hard (paper) copies of their digital journals to enter their original answers to the prompts onto their new digital journals.
Homework-Enter journal entries 1-6 in your Digital Journal (follow steps 1-4 on the Digital Journal website). Entries 1-6 should be completed by Thursday (9/8/22). Students will learn how to create, share, and submit links to their digital journals onto their period's Google Class Doc next week.
Note: Students in 6th and 7th period learned how to Bookmark/Favorite their team teachers' websites.
Friday (9/2)
Announcement-No school on Monday due to Labor Day (9/5). All students should have a Chromebook on Team 8D. The team does not have any loaners that students can borrow. The next Chromebook distribution date for 8th grade is 9/9/22. If you have not completed the Chromebook User Agreement, please have your parent(s)/guardian(s) do so as soon as possible. Team t-shirts can be ordered/purchased from Mr. Poff until 9/9/22. (The cost is $15.00. Cash only.) Next Friday is a Pizza Friday day (9/9). Students can place pizza orders with Mr. Reed until 9/8/22. ($2 per slice, $1 for a drink, $5.00 for a combo-2 slices and a drink. Cash only.) Our first Team/S.T.E.M. Day will occur on 9/30/22. The cost is $25.00 (cash only). Details and permission slips will be distributed on Tuesday, 9/6/22. Spanish 1 & 2 will stay on team today. Students should report to their homerooms in 5th period.
All periods-Students continued the Compare and Contrast Activity for The Ransom of Red Chief. Learners continued using their Venn diagram to identify and list significant similarities and differences between the short story and film adaptation of "The Ransom of Red Chief."
5th period-Student Work Day.
Homework-None
Resources
The Ransom of Red Chief Learning Module
Monday (9/27)
1st/4th/6th period-Review over using links to submit work on a Google Class Doc. Click here if you need help with learning/using this skill. As a class, students worked in groups on the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity.
5th period-Student work day and student-teacher conferences.
7th period-Students completed a test over "The Monkey's Paw." After the assessment, students began working on a Test Correction and Reflection Form (due 9/29).
7th period A-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
7th period B-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Complete all 11 Flocabulary learning modules by 9/29/2021. Complete "If," "Big Finish," "CommonLit Diagnostic," "Mexican Migrant Workers . . . ," and "The Blind Men and the Elephant" in CommonLit by 9/29/2021. Submit links to your Digital Journal, Personal Narrative (Introduction paragraph only), The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide (for students who completed theirs digitally), and your Mission to Mars KWL Chart.
Tuesday (9/28)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Skills Test Activity. Follow the steps/directions in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity's Pre-Assessment and the Share Your Work sections to create a graphic organizer and share a link to your work. (Note: The Pre-Assessment section provides students with a slideshow detailing how to create a 3x2 KWL Chart. The Share Your Work section explains how to share and submit a link to their KWL Charts on their period's Google Class Doc.) Good luck!
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Complete all 11 Flocabulary learning modules by 9/29/2021. Complete "If," "Big Finish," "CommonLit Diagnostic," "Mexican Migrant Workers . . . ," and "The Blind Men and the Elephant" in CommonLit by 9/29/2021. Submit links to your Digital Journal, Personal Narrative (Introduction paragraph only), The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide (for students who completed theirs digitally), and your Mission to Mars KWL Chart.
Wednesday (9/29)
Note: We did not have 6th/7th period today due to Picture Day.
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students continued working individually/in pairs/with their group on their Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. (Click on the link to open the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity and complete the tasks in Instructions/Task and How to Present Your Crew.)
Homework-Complete Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man Survey (listed under Friday (10/1) assignment). Your Mission to Mars Presentation will be due at the end of class on Friday (10/1).
Tips: 1) Use the rubrics while creating your presentations. The How to Present Your Crew section of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity contains great student examples of presentations using Sway and PowerPoint. Check them out to make sure your presentation is meeting the project's expectation.
Progress Check
1. Completed the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Irony, Allusions, Foreshadowing, Theme in Literature, Mars, Inherited & Acquired Traits, Similes & Metaphors, Quotation Marks, Run-On Sentences, and Sentence Fragments (all due 9/29).
2. Completed the following assignments in CommonLit: "If," "Big Finish," "CommonLit Diagnostic," "Mexican Migrant Workers . . . ," and "The Blind Men and the Elephant" (all due 9/29).
3. Submitted links to the following assignments on your period's Google Class Doc: Digital Journals, Personal Narrative (Introduction paragraph only), Mission to Mars KWL Chart, Mission to Mars Presentation, and The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide (if you selected to complete this assignment digitally).
4. Turned in your The Monkey's Paw Venn Diagram (past due), your The Monkey's Paw Test and Correction Form (due 9/29), and The Monkey's Paw Study Guide (past due).
5. Purchase or obtain a personal copy of The Illustrated Man (by Ray Bradbury) by 10/4/2021. We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
6. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
Thursday (9/30)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students continued working individually/in pairs/with their group on their Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Today's section focus: Instructions/Task and How to Present Your Crew.
Homework-Complete Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man Survey (listed under Friday (10/1) assignment). Your Mission to Mars Presentation will be due at the end of class on Friday (10/1).
Tips: 1) Use the rubrics while creating your presentations. The How to Present Your Crew section of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity contains great student examples of presentations using Sway and PowerPoint. Check them out to make sure your presentation is meeting the project's expectation.
Progress Check
1. Purchase or obtain a personal copy of The Illustrated Man (by Ray Bradbury) by 10/4/2021. We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
2. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
Friday (10/1)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students finished working on their Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Today's section focus: Project Submissions and Final Check for Assignment Submissions.
Homework-None (unless you did not finish your presentation). Enjoy your weekend!
Reminders-1) You will present your Mission to Mars project on Monday (be prepared). 2) Bring in your t-shirt money on Monday. 3) Team Day on Friday. 4) No school October 7-11 (Fall Break).
1st/4th/6th period-Review over using links to submit work on a Google Class Doc. Click here if you need help with learning/using this skill. As a class, students worked in groups on the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity.
5th period-Student work day and student-teacher conferences.
7th period-Students completed a test over "The Monkey's Paw." After the assessment, students began working on a Test Correction and Reflection Form (due 9/29).
7th period A-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
7th period B-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Complete all 11 Flocabulary learning modules by 9/29/2021. Complete "If," "Big Finish," "CommonLit Diagnostic," "Mexican Migrant Workers . . . ," and "The Blind Men and the Elephant" in CommonLit by 9/29/2021. Submit links to your Digital Journal, Personal Narrative (Introduction paragraph only), The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide (for students who completed theirs digitally), and your Mission to Mars KWL Chart.
Tuesday (9/28)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Skills Test Activity. Follow the steps/directions in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity's Pre-Assessment and the Share Your Work sections to create a graphic organizer and share a link to your work. (Note: The Pre-Assessment section provides students with a slideshow detailing how to create a 3x2 KWL Chart. The Share Your Work section explains how to share and submit a link to their KWL Charts on their period's Google Class Doc.) Good luck!
Google Class Doc Links
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Complete all 11 Flocabulary learning modules by 9/29/2021. Complete "If," "Big Finish," "CommonLit Diagnostic," "Mexican Migrant Workers . . . ," and "The Blind Men and the Elephant" in CommonLit by 9/29/2021. Submit links to your Digital Journal, Personal Narrative (Introduction paragraph only), The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide (for students who completed theirs digitally), and your Mission to Mars KWL Chart.
Wednesday (9/29)
Note: We did not have 6th/7th period today due to Picture Day.
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students continued working individually/in pairs/with their group on their Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. (Click on the link to open the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity and complete the tasks in Instructions/Task and How to Present Your Crew.)
Homework-Complete Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man Survey (listed under Friday (10/1) assignment). Your Mission to Mars Presentation will be due at the end of class on Friday (10/1).
Tips: 1) Use the rubrics while creating your presentations. The How to Present Your Crew section of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity contains great student examples of presentations using Sway and PowerPoint. Check them out to make sure your presentation is meeting the project's expectation.
Progress Check
1. Completed the following learning modules in Flocabulary: Irony, Allusions, Foreshadowing, Theme in Literature, Mars, Inherited & Acquired Traits, Similes & Metaphors, Quotation Marks, Run-On Sentences, and Sentence Fragments (all due 9/29).
2. Completed the following assignments in CommonLit: "If," "Big Finish," "CommonLit Diagnostic," "Mexican Migrant Workers . . . ," and "The Blind Men and the Elephant" (all due 9/29).
3. Submitted links to the following assignments on your period's Google Class Doc: Digital Journals, Personal Narrative (Introduction paragraph only), Mission to Mars KWL Chart, Mission to Mars Presentation, and The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide (if you selected to complete this assignment digitally).
4. Turned in your The Monkey's Paw Venn Diagram (past due), your The Monkey's Paw Test and Correction Form (due 9/29), and The Monkey's Paw Study Guide (past due).
5. Purchase or obtain a personal copy of The Illustrated Man (by Ray Bradbury) by 10/4/2021. We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
6. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
Thursday (9/30)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students continued working individually/in pairs/with their group on their Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Today's section focus: Instructions/Task and How to Present Your Crew.
Homework-Complete Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man Survey (listed under Friday (10/1) assignment). Your Mission to Mars Presentation will be due at the end of class on Friday (10/1).
Tips: 1) Use the rubrics while creating your presentations. The How to Present Your Crew section of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity contains great student examples of presentations using Sway and PowerPoint. Check them out to make sure your presentation is meeting the project's expectation.
Progress Check
1. Purchase or obtain a personal copy of The Illustrated Man (by Ray Bradbury) by 10/4/2021. We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
2. Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
Friday (10/1)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students finished working on their Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Today's section focus: Project Submissions and Final Check for Assignment Submissions.
Homework-None (unless you did not finish your presentation). Enjoy your weekend!
Reminders-1) You will present your Mission to Mars project on Monday (be prepared). 2) Bring in your t-shirt money on Monday. 3) Team Day on Friday. 4) No school October 7-11 (Fall Break).
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/27 to 10/1/2021
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/20 to 9/24/2021
Monday (9/20)
Note: Mr. Reed will be out today. Also, we will not have 6th and 7th period due to administering the Science MAP Test.
1st/4th period-Log into CommonLit and complete the reading assignment "The Big Finish." If you have already completed "The Big Finish," log into Flocabulary and complete the following learning modules: Irony, Allusions, and Foreshadowing (due 9/23).
5th period (Students not in Mr. Reed's ELA class)-Log into CommonLit and make sure that you have completed "If," "The Big Finish," and "Zombies Are Real!" If all of those reading assignments have been completed, begin working on "Elena." (Remember, only students who are not in Mr. Reed's ELA class, should use the class codes for 5th period in CommonLit and Flocabulary.)
5th period (Students in Mr. Reed's ELA class)-Continue working on your classwork assignments in CommonLit and Flocabulary.
6th/7th period-No class due to administering the Science MAP Test.
7th period-If you did not read pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Answer all of the Close Read questions. (Write the question, skip a line, and then write your answer. You may also write in PQA format.)
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 0942 6254. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips. 6) Complete any unfinished classwork.
Alternative assignment: Students who are unprepared for class and do not have their Chromebooks, should complete Unit 1's Reader's Workshop in their literature textbook (MLL pg. 24-31). Answer all of the Close Read questions in Part 1 (Conflict-The Fuel of a Story), Part 2 (Stages of Plot), and Part 3 (Analyze the Literature).
Reminder: Last week, you were instructed to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. You have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.
Tuesday (9/21)
Note: Mr. Reed will be out today.
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Make sure that you have completed "The Big Finish" in CommonLit. You also should be working on completing Irony, Allusions, Foreshadowing, Quotation Marks, Run-on Sentences, and Sentence Fragments in Flocabulary. If you have finish those assignments, log into CommonLit and start working on "If" and "Mexican Migrant Workers in the 20th Century." You can also start working on "Theme in Literature," "Mars," and "Inherited and Acquired Traits" in Flocabulary.
5th period-Log into CommonLit and complete "Mexican Migrant Workers in the 20th Century."
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 0942 6254. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips. 6) Complete any unfinished classwork in CommonLit and Flocabulary.
Alternative assignment: Students who are unprepared for class and do not have their Chromebooks, should read "Raymond's Run"in their literature textbook (MLL pg. 34-42). Answer After Reading questions (1-3, 5-7) on MLL pg. 43.
Friendly Reminders
Wednesday (9/22)
Note: Mr. Reed will be out today.
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Log into CommonLit and complete the CommonLit Diagnostic. This assessment may take the entire class period. You will receive a grade for completing the test, but your actual score will not be entered into the gradebook. Do your best, but do not stress over the test. If you do not finish, you can complete the test for homework (if you have Internet access), or continue working on it on Thursday during your class period. If you finish early, continue working on your Flocabulary learning modules (Irony, Allusions, Foreshadowing, Theme in Literature, Mars, Inherited & Acquired Traits, Similes & Metaphors, Quotation Marks, Run-On Sentences, and Sentence Fragments). If you used your time wisely this week, you should have been able to complete all of your Flocabulary and CommonLit assignments. They are due on Friday (unless specified otherwise).
5th period-Log into CommonLit and complete the CommonLit Diagnostic. This assessment may take the entire class period. You will receive a grade for completing the test, but your actual score will not be entered into the gradebook. Do your best, but do not stress over the test.
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 0942 6254. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips. 6) Complete any unfinished classwork in CommonLit and Flocabulary.
Students who are unprepared for class and do not have their Chromebooks, should read "Clean Sweep" in their literature textbook (MLL pg. 64-72). Answer After Reading questions (1-3, 5-8) on MLL pg. 73.
Thursday (9/23)
Note: I hope everything is going well with you guys. As you can see, I have been reviewing your completed assignments and the scores you received (check Infinite Campus). Some of you guys are doing an awesome job of staying on task and using your time wisely (* virtual fist bumps*). Others, not so much, and the consequences will be harsh on Friday. (You know that I do not play about grades.) If you have a blank in Infinite Campus under Irony Read & Respond (Flocabulary), Irony Quiz (Flocabulary), Allusions Read & Respond (Flocabulary), Allusions Quiz (Flocabulary), If (CommonLit), and Mexican Migrant Workers (CommonLit), it means that you have not completed and submitted one or more of those assignments. (*raised The Roc eyebrow* I'm confused on what you have been doing this week, but I will find out #PinkySwear). If you have not signed up for Flocabulary and CommonLit, as well as joined your period's class, you and I will have a friendly face-to-face on Friday.
Moving forward, please do not rush through the Flocabulary learning modules. They are used to reteach you foundational content that you should already know before you reach 8th grade. I'm more focused on you mastering the content and not the grades you receive . . . we can always boost those with effort and hard work. As we continue to progress through the fall semester, you will need to know, understand, and be able to identify these elements of a story and how they affect literature. (Ok, I'm hopping off my soap box.) I'm hoping you guys use your final student work day wisely and have a great Thursday. Remember to be extremely nice, polite, and respectful to Ms. Johnson. (Otherwise . . . things will not be so pleasant for you upon my return.) Also, don't forget you have a test on Friday (tomorrow) over "The Monkey's Paw." See you soon.
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Student Work Day. Please use today to make sure that you have completed all of this week's assignments (review Monday-Wednesday). This includes your online assignments in Flocabulary and CommonLit. You can also type up your introduction in Word Online and share a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc. Submit the link under the Personal Narrative column. If you selected to submit your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc under TMP Study Guide. Lastly, you can also log into CommonLit and complete "Mexican Migrant Workers in the 20th Century." This assignment will be due next week.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 0942 6254. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips. 6) Complete any unfinished classwork in CommonLit and Flocabulary.
Friday (9/24)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students completed a test over "The Monkey's Paw." After the assessment, students began working on a Test Correction and Reflection Form (due 9/29).
Note: 7th period's test will be rescheduled for Monday due to today Homecoming Pep Rally.
1st period-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
4th period-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
6th period-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
7th period-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
7th period B-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
Homework-None. Remember, your signed Test Correction and Reflection Form is due on 9/29.
Note: I collected The Monkey's Paw Venn Diagram and Study Guide. I have also entered grades for Irony Read & Respond (Flocabulary), Irony Quiz (Flocabulary), Allusions Read & Respond (Flocabulary), Allusions Quiz (Flocabulary), If (CommonLit), and Mexican Migrant Workers (CommonLit).
Note: Mr. Reed will be out today. Also, we will not have 6th and 7th period due to administering the Science MAP Test.
1st/4th period-Log into CommonLit and complete the reading assignment "The Big Finish." If you have already completed "The Big Finish," log into Flocabulary and complete the following learning modules: Irony, Allusions, and Foreshadowing (due 9/23).
5th period (Students not in Mr. Reed's ELA class)-Log into CommonLit and make sure that you have completed "If," "The Big Finish," and "Zombies Are Real!" If all of those reading assignments have been completed, begin working on "Elena." (Remember, only students who are not in Mr. Reed's ELA class, should use the class codes for 5th period in CommonLit and Flocabulary.)
5th period (Students in Mr. Reed's ELA class)-Continue working on your classwork assignments in CommonLit and Flocabulary.
6th/7th period-No class due to administering the Science MAP Test.
7th period-If you did not read pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Answer all of the Close Read questions. (Write the question, skip a line, and then write your answer. You may also write in PQA format.)
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 0942 6254. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips. 6) Complete any unfinished classwork.
Alternative assignment: Students who are unprepared for class and do not have their Chromebooks, should complete Unit 1's Reader's Workshop in their literature textbook (MLL pg. 24-31). Answer all of the Close Read questions in Part 1 (Conflict-The Fuel of a Story), Part 2 (Stages of Plot), and Part 3 (Analyze the Literature).
Reminder: Last week, you were instructed to sign up and join your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. You have to join your class in order to see the work that has been assigned to your period. Click on the links (above) to find your period's class code if you need assistance.
Tuesday (9/21)
Note: Mr. Reed will be out today.
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Make sure that you have completed "The Big Finish" in CommonLit. You also should be working on completing Irony, Allusions, Foreshadowing, Quotation Marks, Run-on Sentences, and Sentence Fragments in Flocabulary. If you have finish those assignments, log into CommonLit and start working on "If" and "Mexican Migrant Workers in the 20th Century." You can also start working on "Theme in Literature," "Mars," and "Inherited and Acquired Traits" in Flocabulary.
5th period-Log into CommonLit and complete "Mexican Migrant Workers in the 20th Century."
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 0942 6254. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips. 6) Complete any unfinished classwork in CommonLit and Flocabulary.
Alternative assignment: Students who are unprepared for class and do not have their Chromebooks, should read "Raymond's Run"in their literature textbook (MLL pg. 34-42). Answer After Reading questions (1-3, 5-7) on MLL pg. 43.
Friendly Reminders
- You have a test on Friday (9/24) over "The Monkey's Paw." Use the digital tools and resources under today's homework to prepare for the assessment.
- Purchase or obtain a personal copy of The Illustrated Man (by Ray Bradbury) by 10/4/2021. We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
- Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
- Progress Reports for the 4.5 Week term are available in Infinite Campus. See the principal's letter for instructions/directions.
- Make sure that you have signed up for your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (You have assignments waiting to be completed.)
- Fully charge your Chromebook every night in order to be prepared for each day of school. You will use your Chromebook daily in my class and on this team.
Wednesday (9/22)
Note: Mr. Reed will be out today.
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Log into CommonLit and complete the CommonLit Diagnostic. This assessment may take the entire class period. You will receive a grade for completing the test, but your actual score will not be entered into the gradebook. Do your best, but do not stress over the test. If you do not finish, you can complete the test for homework (if you have Internet access), or continue working on it on Thursday during your class period. If you finish early, continue working on your Flocabulary learning modules (Irony, Allusions, Foreshadowing, Theme in Literature, Mars, Inherited & Acquired Traits, Similes & Metaphors, Quotation Marks, Run-On Sentences, and Sentence Fragments). If you used your time wisely this week, you should have been able to complete all of your Flocabulary and CommonLit assignments. They are due on Friday (unless specified otherwise).
5th period-Log into CommonLit and complete the CommonLit Diagnostic. This assessment may take the entire class period. You will receive a grade for completing the test, but your actual score will not be entered into the gradebook. Do your best, but do not stress over the test.
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 0942 6254. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips. 6) Complete any unfinished classwork in CommonLit and Flocabulary.
Students who are unprepared for class and do not have their Chromebooks, should read "Clean Sweep" in their literature textbook (MLL pg. 64-72). Answer After Reading questions (1-3, 5-8) on MLL pg. 73.
Thursday (9/23)
Note: I hope everything is going well with you guys. As you can see, I have been reviewing your completed assignments and the scores you received (check Infinite Campus). Some of you guys are doing an awesome job of staying on task and using your time wisely (* virtual fist bumps*). Others, not so much, and the consequences will be harsh on Friday. (You know that I do not play about grades.) If you have a blank in Infinite Campus under Irony Read & Respond (Flocabulary), Irony Quiz (Flocabulary), Allusions Read & Respond (Flocabulary), Allusions Quiz (Flocabulary), If (CommonLit), and Mexican Migrant Workers (CommonLit), it means that you have not completed and submitted one or more of those assignments. (*raised The Roc eyebrow* I'm confused on what you have been doing this week, but I will find out #PinkySwear). If you have not signed up for Flocabulary and CommonLit, as well as joined your period's class, you and I will have a friendly face-to-face on Friday.
Moving forward, please do not rush through the Flocabulary learning modules. They are used to reteach you foundational content that you should already know before you reach 8th grade. I'm more focused on you mastering the content and not the grades you receive . . . we can always boost those with effort and hard work. As we continue to progress through the fall semester, you will need to know, understand, and be able to identify these elements of a story and how they affect literature. (Ok, I'm hopping off my soap box.) I'm hoping you guys use your final student work day wisely and have a great Thursday. Remember to be extremely nice, polite, and respectful to Ms. Johnson. (Otherwise . . . things will not be so pleasant for you upon my return.) Also, don't forget you have a test on Friday (tomorrow) over "The Monkey's Paw." See you soon.
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Student Work Day. Please use today to make sure that you have completed all of this week's assignments (review Monday-Wednesday). This includes your online assignments in Flocabulary and CommonLit. You can also type up your introduction in Word Online and share a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc. Submit the link under the Personal Narrative column. If you selected to submit your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc under TMP Study Guide. Lastly, you can also log into CommonLit and complete "Mexican Migrant Workers in the 20th Century." This assignment will be due next week.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 0942 6254. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips. 6) Complete any unfinished classwork in CommonLit and Flocabulary.
Friday (9/24)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students completed a test over "The Monkey's Paw." After the assessment, students began working on a Test Correction and Reflection Form (due 9/29).
Note: 7th period's test will be rescheduled for Monday due to today Homecoming Pep Rally.
1st period-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
4th period-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
6th period-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
7th period-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
7th period B-Click here to open your test over "The Monkey's Paw."
Homework-None. Remember, your signed Test Correction and Reflection Form is due on 9/29.
Note: I collected The Monkey's Paw Venn Diagram and Study Guide. I have also entered grades for Irony Read & Respond (Flocabulary), Irony Quiz (Flocabulary), Allusions Read & Respond (Flocabulary), Allusions Quiz (Flocabulary), If (CommonLit), and Mexican Migrant Workers (CommonLit).
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/13 to 9/17/2021
Monday (9/13)
1st/6th/7th period-Students completed part one of The Monkey's Paw Compare and Contrast Activity. Students watched a film adaptation of The Monkey's Paw (Ricky Lewis 2011) and used a three-circle Venn diagram to list important similarities and differences. (The video is listed under Day 8 in The Monkey's Paw Learning Module. Remember, you do not have to complete any of the assignments listed under Day 8. Simply use this section to view the video.) Note: 7th period also watched Brandy and Mr. Whiskers rendition of "The Monkey's Paw."
4th period-The students read "The Monkey's Paw" in class. (Previously, they were shown the film adaptation of the short story on 9/10/2021 by mistake.) Students used a a three-circle Venn diagram to list important similarities and differences between the short story and film adaptation. Note: I will provide this period with an alternative film adaptation for their The Monkey's Paw Compare and Contrast Activity.)
Homework-Use your digital resources to study for this Friday's test over The Monkey's Paw.
Friendly Reminders
Tuesday (9/14)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students completed part two of The Monkey's Paw Compare and Contrast Activity. Students watched another film adaptation of The Monkey's Paw (Alfred Hitchcock Hour) and used their three-circle Venn diagram to list important similarities/differences between the short story and film adaptations. (The video is listed under Day 9 in The Monkey's Paw Learning Module. Remember, you do not have to complete any of the assignments listed under Day 8/9. Simply use this section to view the video.)
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for this Friday's test (due 9/17). 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 3128 7054. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games.
Friendly Reminders
Wednesday (9/15)
1st period-Completed part two of The Monkey's Paw Compare and Contrast Activity. Next, Mr. Reed walked the students through the process of bookmarking their teachers' class websites. Afterwards, we reviewed this homework assignments/due dates and friendly reminders.
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Tuesday's test (due 9/17). 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 3128 7054. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games.
Friendly Reminders
Thursday (9/16)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students learned how to access Office 365 and create their Digital Journal using Microsoft's Word Online. As a class, we completed Quickwrite 1. Afterwards, the students learned how to share a link to submit their work on their period's Google Class Doc.
Quickwrite 1
1. What is foreshadowing?
2. Why do authors use it in their literary works?
Resources
Click here to learn how to create a Digital Journal and share/submit a link to your work. (Follow Steps 1-5.)
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Note: Due to MAP Testing, your test over The Monkey's Paw has been pushed back to 9/24. Your study guide over The Monkey's Paw will also be due on 9/24.
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 3128 7054. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips.
Friendly Reminders
Friday (9/17)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Weekly recap (lessons, activities, assignments, and assessments). As a class, we played all of "The Monkey's Paw" review games (Quizlet Live, Quizizz, online arcade games) to prepare for next Friday's test over the story.
7th period-If you did not read pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Answer all of the Close Read questions. (Write the question, skip a line, and then write your answer. You may also write in PQA format.)
Note-Rough drafts of your personal narratives (introductory paragraphs) were returned today. Please hold on to your drafts. You will type them next week and share a link on your period's Google Class Doc.
1st/6th/7th period-Students completed part one of The Monkey's Paw Compare and Contrast Activity. Students watched a film adaptation of The Monkey's Paw (Ricky Lewis 2011) and used a three-circle Venn diagram to list important similarities and differences. (The video is listed under Day 8 in The Monkey's Paw Learning Module. Remember, you do not have to complete any of the assignments listed under Day 8. Simply use this section to view the video.) Note: 7th period also watched Brandy and Mr. Whiskers rendition of "The Monkey's Paw."
4th period-The students read "The Monkey's Paw" in class. (Previously, they were shown the film adaptation of the short story on 9/10/2021 by mistake.) Students used a a three-circle Venn diagram to list important similarities and differences between the short story and film adaptation. Note: I will provide this period with an alternative film adaptation for their The Monkey's Paw Compare and Contrast Activity.)
Homework-Use your digital resources to study for this Friday's test over The Monkey's Paw.
Friendly Reminders
- Complete the Online User Agreement for your Chromebook and/or mobile hotspot before 9/14. (Remember, the agreement must be completed online.)
- Purchase or obtain a personal copy of The Illustrated Man (by Ray Bradbury) by 10/4/2021.
- Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds that you can use with your Chromebook.
Tuesday (9/14)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students completed part two of The Monkey's Paw Compare and Contrast Activity. Students watched another film adaptation of The Monkey's Paw (Alfred Hitchcock Hour) and used their three-circle Venn diagram to list important similarities/differences between the short story and film adaptations. (The video is listed under Day 9 in The Monkey's Paw Learning Module. Remember, you do not have to complete any of the assignments listed under Day 8/9. Simply use this section to view the video.)
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for this Friday's test (due 9/17). 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 3128 7054. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games.
Friendly Reminders
- You have a test this Friday over "The Monkey's Paw." Use the digital tools and resources under today's homework to prepare for the assessment.
- Purchase or obtain a personal copy of The Illustrated Man (by Ray Bradbury) by 10/4/2021. We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
- Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
- Progress Reports for the 4.5 Week term are available in Infinite Campus. See the principal's letter for instructions/directions.
- Make sure that you have signed up for your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (You have assignments waiting to be completed.)
- Fully charge your Chromebook every night in order to be prepared for each day of school. You will use your Chromebook daily in my class and on this team.
Wednesday (9/15)
1st period-Completed part two of The Monkey's Paw Compare and Contrast Activity. Next, Mr. Reed walked the students through the process of bookmarking their teachers' class websites. Afterwards, we reviewed this homework assignments/due dates and friendly reminders.
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Tuesday's test (due 9/17). 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 3128 7054. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games.
Friendly Reminders
- You have a test on Tuesday (9/21) over "The Monkey's Paw." Use the digital tools and resources under today's homework to prepare for the assessment.
- Purchase or obtain a personal copy of The Illustrated Man (by Ray Bradbury) by 10/4/2021. We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
- Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
- Progress Reports for the 4.5 Week term are available in Infinite Campus. See the principal's letter for instructions/directions.
- Make sure that you have signed up for your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (You have assignments waiting to be completed.)
- Fully charge your Chromebook every night in order to be prepared for each day of school. You will use your Chromebook daily in my class and on this team.
Thursday (9/16)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students learned how to access Office 365 and create their Digital Journal using Microsoft's Word Online. As a class, we completed Quickwrite 1. Afterwards, the students learned how to share a link to submit their work on their period's Google Class Doc.
Quickwrite 1
1. What is foreshadowing?
2. Why do authors use it in their literary works?
Resources
Click here to learn how to create a Digital Journal and share/submit a link to your work. (Follow Steps 1-5.)
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Note: Due to MAP Testing, your test over The Monkey's Paw has been pushed back to 9/24. Your study guide over The Monkey's Paw will also be due on 9/24.
Homework-1) Complete your The Monkey's Paw Study Guide to prepare for next Friday's test (due 9/24). Note: If you selected to complete The Monkey's Paw (TMP) Study Guide electronically, submit a link to your work on your period's Google Class Doc (under TMP Study Guide). Click here if you need a refresher on Using/Submitting Links on a Google Class Doc. 2) Play the Quizizz review game for "The Monkey's Paw." Click here to open the game and enter this code: 3128 7054. 3) Log into Quizlet and study The Monkey's Paw vocabulary set. 4) Click here to study for your test over The Monkey's Paw by playing old school arcade games. 5) Read the section on Digital Journal Tips.
Friendly Reminders
- You have a test on Friday (9/24) over "The Monkey's Paw." Use the digital tools and resources under today's homework to prepare for the assessment.
- Purchase or obtain a personal copy of The Illustrated Man (by Ray Bradbury) by 10/4/2021. We will begin using this novel frequently during the month of October and for the rest of the school year.
- Make sure that you have a pair of headphones/ear buds that you can use with your Chromebook. You will need headphones to quietly listen to various forms of multimedia in class.
- Progress Reports for the 4.5 Week term are available in Infinite Campus. See the principal's letter for instructions/directions.
- Make sure that you have signed up for your period's class in Quizlet, Flocabulary, and CommonLit. (You have assignments waiting to be completed.)
- Fully charge your Chromebook every night in order to be prepared for each day of school. You will use your Chromebook daily in my class and on this team.
Friday (9/17)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Weekly recap (lessons, activities, assignments, and assessments). As a class, we played all of "The Monkey's Paw" review games (Quizlet Live, Quizizz, online arcade games) to prepare for next Friday's test over the story.
7th period-If you did not read pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Answer all of the Close Read questions. (Write the question, skip a line, and then write your answer. You may also write in PQA format.)
Note-Rough drafts of your personal narratives (introductory paragraphs) were returned today. Please hold on to your drafts. You will type them next week and share a link on your period's Google Class Doc.
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/6 to 9/10/2021
Monday (9/6)
All periods- No school. Labor Day observance.
Tuesday (9/7)
Note: All students received their group assignments for the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity today.
1st/4th/6th/7th period- What are characteristics, character traits, characterization, and character development? Students used a KWL Chart to identify what they know about Characteristics. Afterwards, the class watched a series of videos on Characteristics/Character Traits (see the "Do You Remember?" section of the Mission to Mars Learning Module.) While watching the videos, students added new information learned to the What I Learned section of their Characteristics KWL Chart. Next, we discussed what we learned from watching the videos, and the differences between characteristics, character traits, characterization, and character development. Lastly, students selected to work individually, in a pair, or in a group for their Mission to Mars S.T.EM. Activity. (Group listings will be posted under the "Instructions/Task" section of the Mission to Mars Learning Module.
Reminder: 6th period also completed The Joker and Elsa sections of the Character Traits graphic organizer.
5th period-Student Work Day.
Homework-None. If you have Internet access, you can begin studying your Mission to Mars Quizlet vocabulary set. Students that have signed up for their free Flocabulary accounts and joined their period's online class, can also begin working on their assigned learning modules.
Collected-Test Corrections and Reflection Form
Progress Check
1. All students should have received a textbook by Mr. Reed.
2. All students should have completed the 8th Grade English Language Arts Unit 1 Pre-Assessment (due 8/9).
3. All students should have created and submitted an introduction for their personal narratives (due 8/9).
4. All students should have signed up for Quizlet and started studying the Mission to Mars vocabulary set (currently).
5. Students should sign up for their free Flocabulary accounts. Click here for instructions to log into your class period's Flocabulary account. After successfully logging in and joining your class period's group, begin working on the online learning modules that have been assigned to your class (Irony, Foreshadowing, Allusions, Similes and Metaphors, Theme, Mars, and Inherited and Acquired Traits).
6. If you have questions or need assistance, click here to send me a message/email.
Wednesday (9/8)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-The class reviewed yesterday's lesson on Characteristics/Character Traits. Next, the class watched a video compilation of movie clips and used a graphic organizer to list character traits for each character. (What character traits are revealed in each video clip?) Afterwards, the class covered the Background Information, Factors for Consideration, and Vocabulary sections of the Mission to Mars Learning Module. Groups met to review and discuss the crew candidates in their
5th period-Student Work Day.
Homework-Read MLL pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Complete all of the Close Reads in Part 1-3 (Point of View, Character Traits and Motivation, and Analyze the Literature). Students should write the Close Read questions, skip a line, and then respond/answer the question. Students can also choose to write in PQA format if they have acquired this skill. This assignment is due on 9/10/2021.
Thursday (9/9)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students worked in their Mission to Mars groups to review the instructions for the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Team leaders studied the vocabulary (Terms to Know) with their groups, introduced important information about the Red Planet, and discussed factors for consideration when selecting mission crew members. Next, each group analyzed the Mission to Mars crew candidates and selected seven individuals to form their crew. Lastly, we discussed each group's crew lists and discussed pros and cons.
Homework-Read MLL pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Complete all of the Close Reads in Part 1-3 (Point of View, Character Traits and Motivation, and Analyze the Literature). Students should write the Close Read questions, skip a line, and then respond/answer the question. Students can also choose to write in PQA format if they have acquired this skill. This assignment is due on 9/10/2021.
Friday (9/10)
1st/4th/6th/7th-Quickwrite (warm up). Class discussion on superstitions and superstitious behavior. Introduction to William Wymark Jacobs (W.W. Jacobs) and his legendary horror story, "The Monkey's Paw." Students read "The Monkey's Paw," (MLL pg. 360-370). The class discussed the characters (and their traits), along with the story's plot/conflicts/resolution.
Quickwrite
1. If you could wish for three things, what would they be?
2. What is the definition of superstition?
3. Are you superstitious?
4. What kinds of superstitions have you heard of? (Think about the kinds of superstitious behaviors that you or people you know may believe in.)
Homework-None. #TGIF (Enjoy your weekend!)
Collected-MLL pg. 162-167.
All periods- No school. Labor Day observance.
Tuesday (9/7)
Note: All students received their group assignments for the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity today.
1st/4th/6th/7th period- What are characteristics, character traits, characterization, and character development? Students used a KWL Chart to identify what they know about Characteristics. Afterwards, the class watched a series of videos on Characteristics/Character Traits (see the "Do You Remember?" section of the Mission to Mars Learning Module.) While watching the videos, students added new information learned to the What I Learned section of their Characteristics KWL Chart. Next, we discussed what we learned from watching the videos, and the differences between characteristics, character traits, characterization, and character development. Lastly, students selected to work individually, in a pair, or in a group for their Mission to Mars S.T.EM. Activity. (Group listings will be posted under the "Instructions/Task" section of the Mission to Mars Learning Module.
Reminder: 6th period also completed The Joker and Elsa sections of the Character Traits graphic organizer.
5th period-Student Work Day.
- Read pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Answer all of the Close Read questions. (Write the question, skip a line, and then write your answer. You may also write in PQA format.)
- Use the computers to work on your Flocabulary learning modules.
- CommonLit article assignment.
- Mr. Reed will host student-teacher conferences.
Homework-None. If you have Internet access, you can begin studying your Mission to Mars Quizlet vocabulary set. Students that have signed up for their free Flocabulary accounts and joined their period's online class, can also begin working on their assigned learning modules.
Collected-Test Corrections and Reflection Form
Progress Check
1. All students should have received a textbook by Mr. Reed.
2. All students should have completed the 8th Grade English Language Arts Unit 1 Pre-Assessment (due 8/9).
3. All students should have created and submitted an introduction for their personal narratives (due 8/9).
4. All students should have signed up for Quizlet and started studying the Mission to Mars vocabulary set (currently).
5. Students should sign up for their free Flocabulary accounts. Click here for instructions to log into your class period's Flocabulary account. After successfully logging in and joining your class period's group, begin working on the online learning modules that have been assigned to your class (Irony, Foreshadowing, Allusions, Similes and Metaphors, Theme, Mars, and Inherited and Acquired Traits).
6. If you have questions or need assistance, click here to send me a message/email.
Wednesday (9/8)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-The class reviewed yesterday's lesson on Characteristics/Character Traits. Next, the class watched a video compilation of movie clips and used a graphic organizer to list character traits for each character. (What character traits are revealed in each video clip?) Afterwards, the class covered the Background Information, Factors for Consideration, and Vocabulary sections of the Mission to Mars Learning Module. Groups met to review and discuss the crew candidates in their
5th period-Student Work Day.
- Read pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Answer all of the Close Read questions. (Write the question, skip a line, and then write your answer. You may also write in PQA format.)
- Use the computers to work on your Flocabulary learning modules.
- CommonLit article assignment.
- Mr. Reed will host student-teacher conferences.
Homework-Read MLL pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Complete all of the Close Reads in Part 1-3 (Point of View, Character Traits and Motivation, and Analyze the Literature). Students should write the Close Read questions, skip a line, and then respond/answer the question. Students can also choose to write in PQA format if they have acquired this skill. This assignment is due on 9/10/2021.
Thursday (9/9)
1st/4th/6th/7th period-Students worked in their Mission to Mars groups to review the instructions for the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Team leaders studied the vocabulary (Terms to Know) with their groups, introduced important information about the Red Planet, and discussed factors for consideration when selecting mission crew members. Next, each group analyzed the Mission to Mars crew candidates and selected seven individuals to form their crew. Lastly, we discussed each group's crew lists and discussed pros and cons.
Homework-Read MLL pgs. 162-167 in your literature textbooks. Complete all of the Close Reads in Part 1-3 (Point of View, Character Traits and Motivation, and Analyze the Literature). Students should write the Close Read questions, skip a line, and then respond/answer the question. Students can also choose to write in PQA format if they have acquired this skill. This assignment is due on 9/10/2021.
Friday (9/10)
1st/4th/6th/7th-Quickwrite (warm up). Class discussion on superstitions and superstitious behavior. Introduction to William Wymark Jacobs (W.W. Jacobs) and his legendary horror story, "The Monkey's Paw." Students read "The Monkey's Paw," (MLL pg. 360-370). The class discussed the characters (and their traits), along with the story's plot/conflicts/resolution.
Quickwrite
1. If you could wish for three things, what would they be?
2. What is the definition of superstition?
3. Are you superstitious?
4. What kinds of superstitions have you heard of? (Think about the kinds of superstitious behaviors that you or people you know may believe in.)
Homework-None. #TGIF (Enjoy your weekend!)
Collected-MLL pg. 162-167.
Here are your assignments for the week of 8/30 to 9/3/2021
Monday (8/30)
Warm Up
1st period-Students completed the warm up and shared their answers with the class. Next, we discussed the Types of Conflict and watched Learn Types of Conflict Using Clips (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IHUuZ8Evag).
4th/6th/7th period-Students completed the warm up and shared their answers with the class. Next, we discussed the Types of Conflict and watched "Learn Types of Conflict Using Clips" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IHUuZ8Evag). Afterwards, students were placed in groups and created a skit mimicking a type of conflict. Lastly, students presented their skits to the class.
5th period-Use Quizlet and Quizizz to study for this Wednesday test over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Click here to access the Quizzizz Review Game for "The Ransom of Red Chief" (enter game code: 2959 2630). Log into Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary set for "The Ransom of Red Chief."
Homework- Use Quizlet and Quizizz to study for this Wednesday test over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Click here to access the Quizzizz Review Game for "The Ransom of Red Chief" (enter game code: 2959 2630). Log into Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary set for "The Ransom of Red Chief."
Tuesday (8/31)
Note: Tonight is Curriculum Night/Open House. Click here to join our Zoom meeting at 6:15 p.m. (Meeting ID: 867 8972 4504; Passcode: Team8D1)
Parents, click here to add your email address to our Parent Email List.
Join Zoom Meeting
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All periods-Warm Up
Think back to a time when you were faced with making a hard decision. After reflecting, do you think you made the right choice? Would your life be different if you could change your selection? Do you have any regrets? Explain your response.
After the class shared their responses, Mr. Reed introduced the students to Ray Bradbury and his infamous novel, The Illustrated Man. As a class, we read "The Rocket." The class concluded by discussing the main characters, plot, conflicts, and resolution of the story.
5th period-Use Quizlet and Quizizz to study for this Wednesday test over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Click here to access the Quizzizz Review Game for "The Ransom of Red Chief" (enter game code: 2959 2630). Log into Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary set for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Students who finished studying for their test, logged into CommonLit and worked on their article assignments ("If" and "Big Finish").
Homework- Use Quizlet and Quizizz to study for this Wednesday test over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Click here to access the Quizzizz Review Game for "The Ransom of Red Chief" (enter game code: 2959 2630). Log into Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary set for "The Ransom of Red Chief."
Wednesday (9/1)
All periods-Learners completed an online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Students, use the links below to complete the test for your class period.
1st period, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
4th period, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
6th period, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
7th period A, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
7th period B, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
5th period-Click here for instructions to log into your class period's Flocabulary account. After successfully logging in and joining your class period's group, begin working on the online learning modules that have been assigned to your class (Irony, Foreshadowing, Allusions, Similes and Metaphors).
Thursday (9/2)
All periods- Mini-lesson on Theme (videos in Flocabulary and BrainPop). The class completed BrainPop's interactive quiz on Theme. Afterwards, the class shared their definition of theme (in their own words) and any thematic messages they identified in "The Rocket." Next, we watched a review of "The Rocket" by Let's Talk. Mr. Reed elaborated on the themes/thematic messages in "The Rocket," and assigned a reflection explication (see/email Mr. Reed for a copy).
Homework-The Rocket Reflection (selecting and explicating a quote), due 9/3/2021. Test Correction and Reflection Form due Tuesday (9/7).
Friday (9/3)
Note: No school on Monday (9/6) due to the observance of Labor Day.
All periods- Recap of "The Rocket." Students shared their responses to yesterday's reflection (explicating quotes connected to "The Rocket"). Students created KWL Charts and used the graphic organizers to organize data about the planet Mars. As a class, we watched videos about Mars (using Flocabulary, YouTube, BrainPop), and completed BrainPop's interactive quiz.
Homework-None. Test Correction and Reflection Form due Tuesday (9/7).
Warm Up
- What are the two types of conflict?
- In your opinion, how important is conflict for a story?
- List some of the types of conflicts that you have learned about. Please specify if they are internal or external.
1st period-Students completed the warm up and shared their answers with the class. Next, we discussed the Types of Conflict and watched Learn Types of Conflict Using Clips (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IHUuZ8Evag).
4th/6th/7th period-Students completed the warm up and shared their answers with the class. Next, we discussed the Types of Conflict and watched "Learn Types of Conflict Using Clips" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IHUuZ8Evag). Afterwards, students were placed in groups and created a skit mimicking a type of conflict. Lastly, students presented their skits to the class.
5th period-Use Quizlet and Quizizz to study for this Wednesday test over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Click here to access the Quizzizz Review Game for "The Ransom of Red Chief" (enter game code: 2959 2630). Log into Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary set for "The Ransom of Red Chief."
Homework- Use Quizlet and Quizizz to study for this Wednesday test over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Click here to access the Quizzizz Review Game for "The Ransom of Red Chief" (enter game code: 2959 2630). Log into Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary set for "The Ransom of Red Chief."
Tuesday (8/31)
Note: Tonight is Curriculum Night/Open House. Click here to join our Zoom meeting at 6:15 p.m. (Meeting ID: 867 8972 4504; Passcode: Team8D1)
Parents, click here to add your email address to our Parent Email List.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86789724504?pwd=cWgyZlJmSUVrZ3gyWFpmaGJjZVpjZz09
Meeting ID: 867 8972 4504
Passcode: Team8D1
All periods-Warm Up
Think back to a time when you were faced with making a hard decision. After reflecting, do you think you made the right choice? Would your life be different if you could change your selection? Do you have any regrets? Explain your response.
After the class shared their responses, Mr. Reed introduced the students to Ray Bradbury and his infamous novel, The Illustrated Man. As a class, we read "The Rocket." The class concluded by discussing the main characters, plot, conflicts, and resolution of the story.
5th period-Use Quizlet and Quizizz to study for this Wednesday test over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Click here to access the Quizzizz Review Game for "The Ransom of Red Chief" (enter game code: 2959 2630). Log into Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary set for "The Ransom of Red Chief." Students who finished studying for their test, logged into CommonLit and worked on their article assignments ("If" and "Big Finish").
Homework- Use Quizlet and Quizizz to study for this Wednesday test over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Click here to access the Quizzizz Review Game for "The Ransom of Red Chief" (enter game code: 2959 2630). Log into Quizlet to review/study the vocabulary set for "The Ransom of Red Chief."
Wednesday (9/1)
All periods-Learners completed an online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief." Students, use the links below to complete the test for your class period.
1st period, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
4th period, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
6th period, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
7th period A, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
7th period B, click here to take your online assessment over "The Ransom of Red Chief."
5th period-Click here for instructions to log into your class period's Flocabulary account. After successfully logging in and joining your class period's group, begin working on the online learning modules that have been assigned to your class (Irony, Foreshadowing, Allusions, Similes and Metaphors).
Thursday (9/2)
All periods- Mini-lesson on Theme (videos in Flocabulary and BrainPop). The class completed BrainPop's interactive quiz on Theme. Afterwards, the class shared their definition of theme (in their own words) and any thematic messages they identified in "The Rocket." Next, we watched a review of "The Rocket" by Let's Talk. Mr. Reed elaborated on the themes/thematic messages in "The Rocket," and assigned a reflection explication (see/email Mr. Reed for a copy).
Homework-The Rocket Reflection (selecting and explicating a quote), due 9/3/2021. Test Correction and Reflection Form due Tuesday (9/7).
Friday (9/3)
Note: No school on Monday (9/6) due to the observance of Labor Day.
All periods- Recap of "The Rocket." Students shared their responses to yesterday's reflection (explicating quotes connected to "The Rocket"). Students created KWL Charts and used the graphic organizers to organize data about the planet Mars. As a class, we watched videos about Mars (using Flocabulary, YouTube, BrainPop), and completed BrainPop's interactive quiz.
Homework-None. Test Correction and Reflection Form due Tuesday (9/7).
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/28 to 10/2/2020
Monday (9/28)
1st/6th period-Students read and discussed the Background Information, Factors for Consideration, and Instructions/Task sections of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Students created their 2x8 Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart (see the Instructions/Tasks section in the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. Activity). Students shared a private link with the proper permissions/settings on their period's Google Class Doc.
4th period- Students created their 2x8 Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart (see the Instructions/Tasks section in the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. Activity). Students shared a private link with the proper permissions/settings on their period's Google Class Doc. Students continued working in groups to discuss their Mission to Mars crew selections.
Homework-Let's begin our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on "Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing" (due 10/2).
Reminder: We will begin using The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury next week. Remember to order your personal copies of the novel for class use.
Note: The school's subscription to Flocabulary has apparently expired. This means we (students and teachers) cannot fully access the program/assignments. Hold tight for now. I'll let you know when we're up and running.
Tuesday (9/29)
5th period- Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on "Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing" (due 10/2). Mr. Reed will host student-teacher conferences as well.
Note: If you have not completed your R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question #1, this is due by 4:00 p.m. today.
R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question 1.
Instructions: Open a blank Word Online document. Title your document-R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question 1. Use the R.A.P.P. Strategy to answer your first practice question: In your opinion, why is school important?
Tip: You will need to do a bit of research to support your response. Make sure that you follow all of the steps in the R.A.P.P. Strategy to receive maximum points. I will grade your written response based upon the R.A.P.P. Strategy Checklist and rubric.
R.A.P.P. Strategy Checklist
R.A.P.P. Strategy Rubric
7th period-Students read and discussed the Background Information, Factors for Consideration, and Instructions/Task sections of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Students created their 2x8 Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart (see the Instructions/Tasks section in the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. Activity). Students shared a private link with the proper permissions/settings on their period's Google Class Doc.
Group 1: Kaitlyn, Alexa, Claire, Matthew, Naomi, and Daniela
Group 2: Anna, Oliva, Spencer, Fatima R., Jacelyn, and Victoria
Group 3: Mary Lilly and Ryen
Working Individually: Jayden, Noah, Midori, Caleb, William, Oliver, Fatima N., Jenifer, Angel, Scarlet, and Ki'ya.
Homework-Let's begin our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on "Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing" (due 10/2).
Reminder: We will begin using The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury next week. Remember to order your personal copies of the novel for class use.
Note: The school's subscription to Flocabulary has apparently expired. This means we (students and teachers) cannot fully access the program/assignments. Hold tight for now. I'll let you know when we're up and running.
Wednesday (9/30)
All periods-No classes. (Work on your assignments for the week.)
Thursday (10/1)
1st period- Review of Bullying Presentation. Students selected to work individually or in groups on the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Students began reading the Mission to Mars Crew Activity packet and selecting candidates for their Mission to Mars crew. All crew selections were entered into the students' Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. (Note: A link to your chart should have been entered on your period's Google Class Doc.)
Group 1-Aiden, Evelynne, Makayla, and Nevaeh
Group 2-Angel, Jacqueline, Kara, and Lavarus
Working Individually-Ella, Genesis, Jeon, Emely, Akeelah, Douglas, Rasheeda, Eric, Micah, and Dante
4th period-Students began reading the Mission to Mars Crew Activity packet and selecting candidates for their Mission to Mars crew. All crew selections were entered into the students' Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. (Note: A link to your chart should have been entered on your period's Google Class Doc.)
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on "Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing" (due 10/5). Note: An extension for this assignment was granted due to an interruption to the school's subscription to Flocabulary.
Friday (10/2)
1st period-Students completed the Sources of Strength Program survey. Students also completed the MAP Testing orientation. Mr. Reed verified all students can log into the MAP Testing site and that student cameras were operational. (MAP Testing will begin on Tuesday-10/6/2020.)
7th period-Students began reading the Mission to Mars Crew Activity packet and selecting candidates for their Mission to Mars crew. All crew selections were entered into the students' Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. (Note: A link to your chart should have been entered on your period's Google Class Doc.)
Homework-None. Enjoy the weekend.
1st/6th period-Students read and discussed the Background Information, Factors for Consideration, and Instructions/Task sections of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Students created their 2x8 Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart (see the Instructions/Tasks section in the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. Activity). Students shared a private link with the proper permissions/settings on their period's Google Class Doc.
4th period- Students created their 2x8 Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart (see the Instructions/Tasks section in the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. Activity). Students shared a private link with the proper permissions/settings on their period's Google Class Doc. Students continued working in groups to discuss their Mission to Mars crew selections.
Homework-Let's begin our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on "Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing" (due 10/2).
Reminder: We will begin using The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury next week. Remember to order your personal copies of the novel for class use.
Note: The school's subscription to Flocabulary has apparently expired. This means we (students and teachers) cannot fully access the program/assignments. Hold tight for now. I'll let you know when we're up and running.
Tuesday (9/29)
5th period- Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on "Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing" (due 10/2). Mr. Reed will host student-teacher conferences as well.
Note: If you have not completed your R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question #1, this is due by 4:00 p.m. today.
R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question 1.
Instructions: Open a blank Word Online document. Title your document-R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question 1. Use the R.A.P.P. Strategy to answer your first practice question: In your opinion, why is school important?
Tip: You will need to do a bit of research to support your response. Make sure that you follow all of the steps in the R.A.P.P. Strategy to receive maximum points. I will grade your written response based upon the R.A.P.P. Strategy Checklist and rubric.
R.A.P.P. Strategy Checklist
R.A.P.P. Strategy Rubric
7th period-Students read and discussed the Background Information, Factors for Consideration, and Instructions/Task sections of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Students created their 2x8 Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart (see the Instructions/Tasks section in the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. Activity). Students shared a private link with the proper permissions/settings on their period's Google Class Doc.
Group 1: Kaitlyn, Alexa, Claire, Matthew, Naomi, and Daniela
Group 2: Anna, Oliva, Spencer, Fatima R., Jacelyn, and Victoria
Group 3: Mary Lilly and Ryen
Working Individually: Jayden, Noah, Midori, Caleb, William, Oliver, Fatima N., Jenifer, Angel, Scarlet, and Ki'ya.
Homework-Let's begin our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on "Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing" (due 10/2).
Reminder: We will begin using The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury next week. Remember to order your personal copies of the novel for class use.
Note: The school's subscription to Flocabulary has apparently expired. This means we (students and teachers) cannot fully access the program/assignments. Hold tight for now. I'll let you know when we're up and running.
Wednesday (9/30)
All periods-No classes. (Work on your assignments for the week.)
Thursday (10/1)
1st period- Review of Bullying Presentation. Students selected to work individually or in groups on the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Students began reading the Mission to Mars Crew Activity packet and selecting candidates for their Mission to Mars crew. All crew selections were entered into the students' Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. (Note: A link to your chart should have been entered on your period's Google Class Doc.)
Group 1-Aiden, Evelynne, Makayla, and Nevaeh
Group 2-Angel, Jacqueline, Kara, and Lavarus
Working Individually-Ella, Genesis, Jeon, Emely, Akeelah, Douglas, Rasheeda, Eric, Micah, and Dante
4th period-Students began reading the Mission to Mars Crew Activity packet and selecting candidates for their Mission to Mars crew. All crew selections were entered into the students' Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. (Note: A link to your chart should have been entered on your period's Google Class Doc.)
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on "Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing" (due 10/5). Note: An extension for this assignment was granted due to an interruption to the school's subscription to Flocabulary.
Friday (10/2)
1st period-Students completed the Sources of Strength Program survey. Students also completed the MAP Testing orientation. Mr. Reed verified all students can log into the MAP Testing site and that student cameras were operational. (MAP Testing will begin on Tuesday-10/6/2020.)
7th period-Students began reading the Mission to Mars Crew Activity packet and selecting candidates for their Mission to Mars crew. All crew selections were entered into the students' Mission to Mars Crew Selection Chart. (Note: A link to your chart should have been entered on your period's Google Class Doc.)
Homework-None. Enjoy the weekend.
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/21 to 9/25/2020
Monday (9/21)
Let's take a break from working on our Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. I will be out today, so you will be working independently on your classwork/homework.
1st/4th/6th periods-Mr. Reed will be out today. Please complete the following assignments:
Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25). Yes, I know it's elementary. However, as a group, you guys submit work that contains an overwhelming amount of grammatical errors (mostly capitalization). Hopefully, you guys are just being lazy (fingers crossed). However, as professional students, I need you to proofread your work and realize what you turn in is a reflection of you and your mastery of the standards.
Homework-Log into CommonLit. Complete the article: Should We Terraform Mars. (Take your time with this assignment. The Lexile score for this text is 1140L. By Georgia's standard, an eighth grader should read somewhere between 1010L and 1185L range. Which means, this article may be slightly above your current reading level as a rising eighth grader. However, I have turned on the Guided Reading option. You also have access to all of tools and resources available in CommonLit to improve your reading comprehension of the text. Do your best and we will discuss this assignment in class.) Due 9/25/2020.
Tuesday (9/22)
5th/7th period-Open a blank Word document. Title it: Digital Journal. Share a private link on your period's Google Class Doc. Complete the prompt (Quickwrite 1: What's one thing that you hate about Language Arts.)
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25). Log into CommonLit. Complete the article: Should We Terraform Mars. (Take your time with this assignment. The Lexile score for this text is 1140L. By Georgia's standard, an eighth grader should read somewhere between 1010L and 1185L range. Which means, this article may be slightly above your current reading level as a rising eighth grader. However, I have turned on the Guided Reading option. You also have access to all of tools and resources available in CommonLit to improve your reading comprehension of the text. Do your best and we will discuss this assignment in class.) Due 9/25/2020.
Wednesday (9/23)
All periods-No classes.
Thursday (9/24)
1st/4th/6th period-Open a blank Word document. Title it: Digital Journal. Share a private link on your period's Google Class Doc. Complete the prompt:
Quickwrite 1
Step 1-Open a blank Word Online document.
Step 2-Title your document: Digital Journal
Step 3:Write the type of entry and the number associated with the prompt (ex-Quickwrite 1)
Step 4: Enter the prompt/question
Step 5: Share a private link to your work using your period's Google Class Doc. (If you need a refresher on sharing links and changing the text, review the slideshow instructions under the Share Your Work section in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25). Log into CommonLit. Complete the article: Should We Terraform Mars. (Take your time with this assignment. The Lexile score for this text is 1140L. By Georgia's standard, an eighth grader should read somewhere between 1010L and 1185L range. Which means, this article may be slightly above your current reading level as a rising eighth grader. However, I have turned on the Guided Reading option. You also have access to all of tools and resources available in CommonLit to improve your reading comprehension of the text. Do your best and we will discuss this assignment in class.) Due 9/25/2020.
Let's take a break from working on our Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. I will be out today, so you will be working independently on your classwork/homework.
1st/4th/6th periods-Mr. Reed will be out today. Please complete the following assignments:
Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25). Yes, I know it's elementary. However, as a group, you guys submit work that contains an overwhelming amount of grammatical errors (mostly capitalization). Hopefully, you guys are just being lazy (fingers crossed). However, as professional students, I need you to proofread your work and realize what you turn in is a reflection of you and your mastery of the standards.
Homework-Log into CommonLit. Complete the article: Should We Terraform Mars. (Take your time with this assignment. The Lexile score for this text is 1140L. By Georgia's standard, an eighth grader should read somewhere between 1010L and 1185L range. Which means, this article may be slightly above your current reading level as a rising eighth grader. However, I have turned on the Guided Reading option. You also have access to all of tools and resources available in CommonLit to improve your reading comprehension of the text. Do your best and we will discuss this assignment in class.) Due 9/25/2020.
Tuesday (9/22)
5th/7th period-Open a blank Word document. Title it: Digital Journal. Share a private link on your period's Google Class Doc. Complete the prompt (Quickwrite 1: What's one thing that you hate about Language Arts.)
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25). Log into CommonLit. Complete the article: Should We Terraform Mars. (Take your time with this assignment. The Lexile score for this text is 1140L. By Georgia's standard, an eighth grader should read somewhere between 1010L and 1185L range. Which means, this article may be slightly above your current reading level as a rising eighth grader. However, I have turned on the Guided Reading option. You also have access to all of tools and resources available in CommonLit to improve your reading comprehension of the text. Do your best and we will discuss this assignment in class.) Due 9/25/2020.
Wednesday (9/23)
All periods-No classes.
Thursday (9/24)
1st/4th/6th period-Open a blank Word document. Title it: Digital Journal. Share a private link on your period's Google Class Doc. Complete the prompt:
Quickwrite 1
- What is one thing that you dislike about language arts?
- What are some things that a good story should contain?
- What important but recent event in your life could you write a story about?
Step 1-Open a blank Word Online document.
Step 2-Title your document: Digital Journal
Step 3:Write the type of entry and the number associated with the prompt (ex-Quickwrite 1)
Step 4: Enter the prompt/question
Step 5: Share a private link to your work using your period's Google Class Doc. (If you need a refresher on sharing links and changing the text, review the slideshow instructions under the Share Your Work section in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25). Log into CommonLit. Complete the article: Should We Terraform Mars. (Take your time with this assignment. The Lexile score for this text is 1140L. By Georgia's standard, an eighth grader should read somewhere between 1010L and 1185L range. Which means, this article may be slightly above your current reading level as a rising eighth grader. However, I have turned on the Guided Reading option. You also have access to all of tools and resources available in CommonLit to improve your reading comprehension of the text. Do your best and we will discuss this assignment in class.) Due 9/25/2020.
Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity Help
4th period-Students should begin working on the Instructions and Task section of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. This will require that all group members read the section carefully, read the Mission to Mars Activity packet, learn the factors for consideration, and then study all 12 of the candidates. Next, meet with your group to discuss the 12 candidates and select seven. List your candidates in the graphic organizer included on the Mission to Mars Background and Overview document. (It's the last page. Save this document.) When your group has finalize your crew, proceed on to the section on How to Present Your Crew.
Group 1: Isabella, Shaan, Caroline, Franzico, Benji, and Sebas.
Group 2: Whitman, Ansely, Hallie, Ben Olesen, Brandon, and Getahuh
Group 3: Cooke, Cori, Nora, Aidan, Claire VH, and Mila
Group 4: Matthew, Ellie, Max Synder, Joselyn, Anna, Alexa, and Sadie
Tips
Friday (9/25)
5th period-R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question 1.
Instructions: Open a blank Word Online document. Title your document-R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question 1. Use the R.A.P.P. Strategy to answer your first practice question: In your opinion, why is school important?
Tip: You will need to do a bit of research to support your response. Make sure that you follow all of the steps in the R.A.P.P. Strategy to receive maximum points. I will grade your written response based upon the R.A.P.P. Strategy Checklist and rubric.
R.A.P.P. Strategy Checklist
R.A.P.P. Strategy Rubric
7th period-See Thursday's assignment for 1st/4th/6th period (creating a Digital Journal and sharing a private link). Overview of Mission to Mars. Students selected to work individually or groups.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25). Log into CommonLit. Complete the article: Should We Terraform Mars. (Take your time with this assignment. The Lexile score for this text is 1140L. By Georgia's standard, an eighth grader should read somewhere between 1010L and 1185L range. Which means, this article may be slightly above your current reading level as a rising eighth grader. However, I have turned on the Guided Reading option. You also have access to all of tools and resources available in CommonLit to improve your reading comprehension of the text. Do your best and we will discuss this assignment in class.) Due 9/25/2020.
Helpful Tips and Hints for Mr. Reed's English Language Arts Class:
1. The best way to reach Mr. Reed is through email ([email protected]). You can also call and/or text him (404-436-0918). Please do not send him general messages through Teams; he may not see them.
2. Bookmark Mr. Reed's teacher website. (You will use it a lot in class.)
3. If you are absent, remember that it is your responsibility to get your make up work and complete any missing assignments.
4. If you need help with an assignment, please ask.
5. If you make up an assignment, email Mr. Reed so that he knows to look for your work and grade it.
6. If you come into the virtual classroom late, let Mr. Reed know so that he can adjust your attendance. (Otherwise, you will continue to be marked absent.)
7. Understand that grading late work is not a priority for Mr. Reed. Reviewing, grading, and providing feedback on current assignments takes precedence. Late work will be graded and entered before the end of the 4.5 weeks.
4th period-Students should begin working on the Instructions and Task section of the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. This will require that all group members read the section carefully, read the Mission to Mars Activity packet, learn the factors for consideration, and then study all 12 of the candidates. Next, meet with your group to discuss the 12 candidates and select seven. List your candidates in the graphic organizer included on the Mission to Mars Background and Overview document. (It's the last page. Save this document.) When your group has finalize your crew, proceed on to the section on How to Present Your Crew.
Group 1: Isabella, Shaan, Caroline, Franzico, Benji, and Sebas.
Group 2: Whitman, Ansely, Hallie, Ben Olesen, Brandon, and Getahuh
Group 3: Cooke, Cori, Nora, Aidan, Claire VH, and Mila
Group 4: Matthew, Ellie, Max Synder, Joselyn, Anna, Alexa, and Sadie
Tips
- Open a blank email in Outlook, add all of your group members name (email recipients), use this newly formed distribution list to communicate with each other.
- Assign group roles to increase the productivity of your crew. ()
- Read all of the information provided to make the best selections for your crew.
- Review the student project examples for presentation ideas.
Friday (9/25)
5th period-R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question 1.
Instructions: Open a blank Word Online document. Title your document-R.A.P.P. Strategy Practice Question 1. Use the R.A.P.P. Strategy to answer your first practice question: In your opinion, why is school important?
Tip: You will need to do a bit of research to support your response. Make sure that you follow all of the steps in the R.A.P.P. Strategy to receive maximum points. I will grade your written response based upon the R.A.P.P. Strategy Checklist and rubric.
R.A.P.P. Strategy Checklist
R.A.P.P. Strategy Rubric
7th period-See Thursday's assignment for 1st/4th/6th period (creating a Digital Journal and sharing a private link). Overview of Mission to Mars. Students selected to work individually or groups.
Homework-Log into Flocabulary and complete the learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25). Log into CommonLit. Complete the article: Should We Terraform Mars. (Take your time with this assignment. The Lexile score for this text is 1140L. By Georgia's standard, an eighth grader should read somewhere between 1010L and 1185L range. Which means, this article may be slightly above your current reading level as a rising eighth grader. However, I have turned on the Guided Reading option. You also have access to all of tools and resources available in CommonLit to improve your reading comprehension of the text. Do your best and we will discuss this assignment in class.) Due 9/25/2020.
Helpful Tips and Hints for Mr. Reed's English Language Arts Class:
1. The best way to reach Mr. Reed is through email ([email protected]). You can also call and/or text him (404-436-0918). Please do not send him general messages through Teams; he may not see them.
2. Bookmark Mr. Reed's teacher website. (You will use it a lot in class.)
3. If you are absent, remember that it is your responsibility to get your make up work and complete any missing assignments.
4. If you need help with an assignment, please ask.
5. If you make up an assignment, email Mr. Reed so that he knows to look for your work and grade it.
6. If you come into the virtual classroom late, let Mr. Reed know so that he can adjust your attendance. (Otherwise, you will continue to be marked absent.)
7. Understand that grading late work is not a priority for Mr. Reed. Reviewing, grading, and providing feedback on current assignments takes precedence. Late work will be graded and entered before the end of the 4.5 weeks.
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/14 to 9/18/2020
Monday (9/14)
Today, students learned about link settings/permissions and how to share their work online. Students also learned how to change the visible text of a hyperlink to reflect a specific letter, word, or character(s). Mr. Reed introduced students to their period's Google Class Doc and presented how students will use the document to share/submit their work.
1st period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
4th period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
6th period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Log into BrainPop using Clever. Type in Mars in the "Search BrainPop" section and then click the search button. Watch the video. Add important information that you have learned about Mars into the "What I Learned" section of your KWL Chart. Feel free to explore the learning module's other resources-Quiz, Challenge, Related Reading, Games, etc. (this is optional).
Note: At this point, I should have access to every students' KWL Chart. The "What I Learned" section of your KWL Chart, should contain information that you have learned from the Mars learning modules in BrainPop and Flocabulary (at a minimum). Your grade will reflect evidence of the information you have learned.
Progress Check-So far, you should have:
1. Signed up for Google Classroom and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and class codes).
2. Signed up for Quizlet and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and the join link).
3. Signed up CommonLit and joined your ELA class period (click here for class codes/instructions).
4. Ordered a copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (in progress).
5. Customized your digital HMS agenda (optional/not required).
6. Joined your ELA class period in Flocabulary (click here for instructions and class codes).
7. Completed the Mars learning module in Flocabulary.
8. Created a Mars KWL Chart in Word.
9. Completed the CommonLit Pre-Assessment.
10. Study Mission to Mars vocabulary set on Quizlet.
11. Began working on the "Inherited and Acquired Traits" learning module in Flocabulary.
12. Shared your Mars KWL Chart on your period's Google Class Doc.
13. Watch Mars video on BrainPop. Add new information learned on your KWL Chart.
Tuesday (9/15)
5th/7th period-Make sure that I have access to your Mars KWL Chart. Log into BrainPop using Clever. Type in Mars in the "Search BrainPop" section and then click the search button. Watch the video. Add important information that you have learned about Mars into the "What I Learned" section of your KWL Chart. Feel free to explore the learning module's other resources-Quiz, Challenge, Related Reading, Games, etc. (this is optional).
Wednesday (9/16)
All periods-No classes.
Thursday (9/17)
1st/6th period-Student work day (due to bad weather and power/Internet outages). Mr. Reed postponed today's Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity due to a large number of student absences. The class met and we agreed to use today's class as an opportunity to make sure that all items under the Progress Check have been completed (see assignments for 9/14).
4th period-The class read and discussed the Background Information and Instructions/Task sections in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. Students then began working individually, with their partners, or in a group to select their crew.
Note: Mr. Reed may be absent on Monday. Please check my teacher website for your assignments.
Friday (9/18)
5th period-Complete the Flocabulary learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25).
7th period-The class read and discussed the Background Information and Instructions/Task sections in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. Students then began working individually, with their partners, or in a group to select their crew.
Homework-Complete the Flocabulary learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25).
Today, students learned about link settings/permissions and how to share their work online. Students also learned how to change the visible text of a hyperlink to reflect a specific letter, word, or character(s). Mr. Reed introduced students to their period's Google Class Doc and presented how students will use the document to share/submit their work.
1st period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
4th period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
6th period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Homework-Log into BrainPop using Clever. Type in Mars in the "Search BrainPop" section and then click the search button. Watch the video. Add important information that you have learned about Mars into the "What I Learned" section of your KWL Chart. Feel free to explore the learning module's other resources-Quiz, Challenge, Related Reading, Games, etc. (this is optional).
Note: At this point, I should have access to every students' KWL Chart. The "What I Learned" section of your KWL Chart, should contain information that you have learned from the Mars learning modules in BrainPop and Flocabulary (at a minimum). Your grade will reflect evidence of the information you have learned.
Progress Check-So far, you should have:
1. Signed up for Google Classroom and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and class codes).
2. Signed up for Quizlet and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and the join link).
3. Signed up CommonLit and joined your ELA class period (click here for class codes/instructions).
4. Ordered a copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (in progress).
5. Customized your digital HMS agenda (optional/not required).
6. Joined your ELA class period in Flocabulary (click here for instructions and class codes).
7. Completed the Mars learning module in Flocabulary.
8. Created a Mars KWL Chart in Word.
9. Completed the CommonLit Pre-Assessment.
10. Study Mission to Mars vocabulary set on Quizlet.
11. Began working on the "Inherited and Acquired Traits" learning module in Flocabulary.
12. Shared your Mars KWL Chart on your period's Google Class Doc.
13. Watch Mars video on BrainPop. Add new information learned on your KWL Chart.
Tuesday (9/15)
5th/7th period-Make sure that I have access to your Mars KWL Chart. Log into BrainPop using Clever. Type in Mars in the "Search BrainPop" section and then click the search button. Watch the video. Add important information that you have learned about Mars into the "What I Learned" section of your KWL Chart. Feel free to explore the learning module's other resources-Quiz, Challenge, Related Reading, Games, etc. (this is optional).
Wednesday (9/16)
All periods-No classes.
Thursday (9/17)
1st/6th period-Student work day (due to bad weather and power/Internet outages). Mr. Reed postponed today's Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity due to a large number of student absences. The class met and we agreed to use today's class as an opportunity to make sure that all items under the Progress Check have been completed (see assignments for 9/14).
4th period-The class read and discussed the Background Information and Instructions/Task sections in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. Students then began working individually, with their partners, or in a group to select their crew.
Note: Mr. Reed may be absent on Monday. Please check my teacher website for your assignments.
Friday (9/18)
5th period-Complete the Flocabulary learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25).
7th period-The class read and discussed the Background Information and Instructions/Task sections in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. Students then began working individually, with their partners, or in a group to select their crew.
Homework-Complete the Flocabulary learning module on Capitalization (due 9/25).
Here are your assignments for the week of 9/7 to 9/11/2020
Monday (9/7/2020)
No school. Labor Day holiday.
Tuesday (9/8/2020)
5th period-1) Make sure that you have completed the Code of Conduct (6) online modules in VERGE. 2) Confirm that you have received the Code of Conduct handbook. 3) Complete the Bullying Presentation if you missed it in class last week. 4) Start the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity. Begin by reading the Greetings all the way to the Do You Remember? section. Complete any assigned tasks listed from "Greetings" to "Do You Remember?" (The only task is the KWL Chart in the Pre-Assessment.)
7th period-Log into Flocabulary. View the video Inherited and Acquired Traits in Flocabulary. In this learning module, you will need to also complete the Read and Respond, along with the Quiz (due 9/11/2020).
Homework: Make sure that you have completed all assignments.
Progress Check-So far, you should have:
1. Signed up for Google Classroom and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and class codes).
2. Signed up for Quizlet and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and the join link).
3. Signed up CommonLit and joined your ELA class period (click here for class codes/instructions).
4. Ordered a copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (in progress).
5. Customized your digital HMS agenda (optional/not required).
6. Joined your ELA class period in Flocabulary (click here for instructions and class codes).
7. Completed the Mars learning module in Flocabulary.
8. Created a Mars KWL Chart in Word.
9. Completed the CommonLit Pre-Assessment.
10. Study Mission to Mars vocabulary set on Quizlet.
11. Began working on the "Inherited and Acquired Traits" learning module in Flocabulary.
Wednesday (9/9/2020)
All periods-No class.
Thursday (9/10/2020)
1st/6th period-Students continued working on their Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. At this point, all students logged in to Flocabulary and completed the learning module on Inherited and Acquired Traits. (This assignment requires you to view the video on "Inherited and Acquired Traits," do the Read and Response activity, and complete the Quiz.)
Homework-Make sure that you have completed everything in the Progress Check (below).
4th period-Students completed the Share Your Work portion in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. They also logged in to Flocabulary and completed the learning module on Inherited and Acquired Traits. (This assignment requires you to view the video on "Inherited and Acquired Traits," do the Read and Response activity, and complete the Quiz.)
Progress Check-So far, you should have:
1. Signed up for Google Classroom and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and class codes).
2. Signed up for Quizlet and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and the join link).
3. Signed up CommonLit and joined your ELA class period (click here for class codes/instructions).
4. Ordered a copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (in progress).
5. Customized your digital HMS agenda (optional/not required).
6. Joined your ELA class period in Flocabulary (click here for instructions and class codes).
7. Completed the Mars learning module in Flocabulary.
8. Created a Mars KWL Chart in Word.
9. Completed the CommonLit Pre-Assessment.
10. Study Mission to Mars vocabulary set on Quizlet.
11. Began working on the "Inherited and Acquired Traits" learning module in Flocabulary.
Friday (9/11/2020)
5th period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
7th period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
No school. Labor Day holiday.
Tuesday (9/8/2020)
5th period-1) Make sure that you have completed the Code of Conduct (6) online modules in VERGE. 2) Confirm that you have received the Code of Conduct handbook. 3) Complete the Bullying Presentation if you missed it in class last week. 4) Start the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity. Begin by reading the Greetings all the way to the Do You Remember? section. Complete any assigned tasks listed from "Greetings" to "Do You Remember?" (The only task is the KWL Chart in the Pre-Assessment.)
7th period-Log into Flocabulary. View the video Inherited and Acquired Traits in Flocabulary. In this learning module, you will need to also complete the Read and Respond, along with the Quiz (due 9/11/2020).
Homework: Make sure that you have completed all assignments.
Progress Check-So far, you should have:
1. Signed up for Google Classroom and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and class codes).
2. Signed up for Quizlet and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and the join link).
3. Signed up CommonLit and joined your ELA class period (click here for class codes/instructions).
4. Ordered a copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (in progress).
5. Customized your digital HMS agenda (optional/not required).
6. Joined your ELA class period in Flocabulary (click here for instructions and class codes).
7. Completed the Mars learning module in Flocabulary.
8. Created a Mars KWL Chart in Word.
9. Completed the CommonLit Pre-Assessment.
10. Study Mission to Mars vocabulary set on Quizlet.
11. Began working on the "Inherited and Acquired Traits" learning module in Flocabulary.
Wednesday (9/9/2020)
All periods-No class.
Thursday (9/10/2020)
1st/6th period-Students continued working on their Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. At this point, all students logged in to Flocabulary and completed the learning module on Inherited and Acquired Traits. (This assignment requires you to view the video on "Inherited and Acquired Traits," do the Read and Response activity, and complete the Quiz.)
Homework-Make sure that you have completed everything in the Progress Check (below).
4th period-Students completed the Share Your Work portion in the Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity. They also logged in to Flocabulary and completed the learning module on Inherited and Acquired Traits. (This assignment requires you to view the video on "Inherited and Acquired Traits," do the Read and Response activity, and complete the Quiz.)
Progress Check-So far, you should have:
1. Signed up for Google Classroom and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and class codes).
2. Signed up for Quizlet and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and the join link).
3. Signed up CommonLit and joined your ELA class period (click here for class codes/instructions).
4. Ordered a copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (in progress).
5. Customized your digital HMS agenda (optional/not required).
6. Joined your ELA class period in Flocabulary (click here for instructions and class codes).
7. Completed the Mars learning module in Flocabulary.
8. Created a Mars KWL Chart in Word.
9. Completed the CommonLit Pre-Assessment.
10. Study Mission to Mars vocabulary set on Quizlet.
11. Began working on the "Inherited and Acquired Traits" learning module in Flocabulary.
Friday (9/11/2020)
5th period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
7th period-Students completed the Share Your Work section of the Mission to Mars S.T.EM. activity.
Here are your assignments for the week of 8/31 to 9/3/2020
Monday (8/31/2020)
1st/4th/6th period-Students created a Mars KWL Chart. The KWL Chart should be 3x2 (three columns and two rows). Below are step-by-step instructions in the slide show. After creating your KWL Chart, fill in the What I Know and What I Want to Know sections.
Homework-Complete the first two sections of your Mars KWL Chart. (Note: We will continue filling in your KWL Charts as we work through our Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity.)
Progress Check-So far, you should have:
1. Signed up for Google Classroom and joined your ELA class period (see 8/19/2020 assignment)
2. Signed up for Quizlet and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and the join link)
3. Signed up CommonLit and joined your ELA class period (see 8/24/2020 instructions)
4. Ordered a copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (in progress)
5. Customized your digital HMS agenda (optional/not required)
6. Joined your ELA class period in Flocabulary (see 8/27/2020 instructions).
7. Completed the Mars learning module in Flocabulary.
8. Created a Mars KWL Chart in Word.
9. Completed the CommonLit Pre-Assessment.
10. Study Mission to Mars vocabulary set on Quizlet.
Tuesday (9/1/2020)
5th period-Continue working on your Code of Conduct test. Make sure that you have completed all of the assignments listed in Monday's Progress Check (see 8/31/2020).
7th period-Students created a Mars KWL Chart. The KWL Chart should be 3x2 (three columns and two rows). Step-by-step instructions in the slide show are available under the assignment details for Monday's lesson (8/31/2020). After creating your KWL Chart, fill in the What I Know and What I Want to Know sections.
Homework-Complete the first two sections of your Mars KWL Chart. (Note: We will continue filling in your KWL Charts as we work through our Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity.)
Wednesday (9/2/2020)
No classes.
Thursday (9/3/2020)
1st period-Code of Conduct/Bullying Presentation. Log into VERGE. Click on Courses. Select Digital Dreamers Hub. Click on Resources. Open Student Code of Conduct. Carefully read and review the PowerPoint presentations for each of the six modules. At the end of each module is an assessment to test your comprehension. You must pass with a 100%. After you have completed all six modules, sign that you have received your Code of Conduct Handbook. (1st period: Remember, we will have a live learning session tomorrow, 9/4/2020 to complete the Student Code of Conduct and the Bullying Presentation.)
4th period-Review of past, present, and upcoming assignments. (Please make sure that you have completed all assignments in Monday's Progress Check.) Introduction and overview of Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Students selected to complete the S.T.E.M. activity individually, in a pair, or with a group.
6th period-Review of past, present, and upcoming assignments. Students were given today's class period to complete missing/incomplete work. (Please make sure that you have completed all assignments in Monday's Progress Check by 9/7/2020. Zeroes will be entered for all missing/incomplete work.)
Homework-Please make sure that you have completed all assignments under Monday's Progress Check by 9/7/2020. Zeroes will be entered for all missing/incomplete work.
Friday (9/4/2020)
1st period-Code of Conduct/Bullying Presentation
5th period-Continue working on your Code of Conduct test. Make sure that you have completed all of the assignments listed in Monday's Progress Check (see 8/31/2020).
7th period-Review of past, present, and upcoming assignments. Students were given today's class period to complete missing/incomplete work. (Please make sure that you have completed all assignments in Monday's Progress Check by 9/7/2020. Zeroes will be entered for all missing/incomplete work.)
1st/4th/6th period-Students created a Mars KWL Chart. The KWL Chart should be 3x2 (three columns and two rows). Below are step-by-step instructions in the slide show. After creating your KWL Chart, fill in the What I Know and What I Want to Know sections.
Homework-Complete the first two sections of your Mars KWL Chart. (Note: We will continue filling in your KWL Charts as we work through our Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity.)
Progress Check-So far, you should have:
1. Signed up for Google Classroom and joined your ELA class period (see 8/19/2020 assignment)
2. Signed up for Quizlet and joined your ELA class period (click here for instructions and the join link)
3. Signed up CommonLit and joined your ELA class period (see 8/24/2020 instructions)
4. Ordered a copy of The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury (in progress)
5. Customized your digital HMS agenda (optional/not required)
6. Joined your ELA class period in Flocabulary (see 8/27/2020 instructions).
7. Completed the Mars learning module in Flocabulary.
8. Created a Mars KWL Chart in Word.
9. Completed the CommonLit Pre-Assessment.
10. Study Mission to Mars vocabulary set on Quizlet.
Tuesday (9/1/2020)
5th period-Continue working on your Code of Conduct test. Make sure that you have completed all of the assignments listed in Monday's Progress Check (see 8/31/2020).
7th period-Students created a Mars KWL Chart. The KWL Chart should be 3x2 (three columns and two rows). Step-by-step instructions in the slide show are available under the assignment details for Monday's lesson (8/31/2020). After creating your KWL Chart, fill in the What I Know and What I Want to Know sections.
Homework-Complete the first two sections of your Mars KWL Chart. (Note: We will continue filling in your KWL Charts as we work through our Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. activity.)
Wednesday (9/2/2020)
No classes.
Thursday (9/3/2020)
1st period-Code of Conduct/Bullying Presentation. Log into VERGE. Click on Courses. Select Digital Dreamers Hub. Click on Resources. Open Student Code of Conduct. Carefully read and review the PowerPoint presentations for each of the six modules. At the end of each module is an assessment to test your comprehension. You must pass with a 100%. After you have completed all six modules, sign that you have received your Code of Conduct Handbook. (1st period: Remember, we will have a live learning session tomorrow, 9/4/2020 to complete the Student Code of Conduct and the Bullying Presentation.)
4th period-Review of past, present, and upcoming assignments. (Please make sure that you have completed all assignments in Monday's Progress Check.) Introduction and overview of Mission to Mars S.T.E.M. Activity. Students selected to complete the S.T.E.M. activity individually, in a pair, or with a group.
6th period-Review of past, present, and upcoming assignments. Students were given today's class period to complete missing/incomplete work. (Please make sure that you have completed all assignments in Monday's Progress Check by 9/7/2020. Zeroes will be entered for all missing/incomplete work.)
Homework-Please make sure that you have completed all assignments under Monday's Progress Check by 9/7/2020. Zeroes will be entered for all missing/incomplete work.
Friday (9/4/2020)
1st period-Code of Conduct/Bullying Presentation
5th period-Continue working on your Code of Conduct test. Make sure that you have completed all of the assignments listed in Monday's Progress Check (see 8/31/2020).
7th period-Review of past, present, and upcoming assignments. Students were given today's class period to complete missing/incomplete work. (Please make sure that you have completed all assignments in Monday's Progress Check by 9/7/2020. Zeroes will be entered for all missing/incomplete work.)