Welcome to Ms. Malabad's SchoolNotes page. I will try to update this site weekly. Sometimes we take longer with material so the assignments posted here are subject to change.
Students need to bring all of their work to class with them. Students will not be allowed to go to their locker to get their homework. Late homework will not be accepted. All homework needs to be completely in full sentences. Feel free to email me if you have any questions or concerns. I hope you find this site helpful.
Week of 04 September 2007
Monday
No school- Labor Day
Tuesday
Focus: Day One Material
Objective: Introductions; Go over class policy
Procedure:
SOLs covered: none
Homework: none
Wednesday
Focus: Safety contracts; VA watersheds; Pass out Textbooks
Objective: Students will be “tested” on their knowledge of VA watersheds
Procedure: Pass out safety contracts (due back Thursday); Watersheds activity
SOLs covered: 9f
Homework: Get contracts signed
Thursday
Focus: Pre-Test
Objective: Students will take a pre-test in earth science
Procedure: Take pre-test
SOLs covered: all
Homework: Get contracts signed
Friday
Focus: Finish pre-test; Watershed Information Continued
Objective: Understand the role of earth science in our lives
Procedure: Complete watershed handout; Finish watershed notes
SOLs covered: 2a
Homework: Pds 3, 4, 6 (applied); read pages 5-14, page 14 1-6 Full sentences; Pds 1, 5: read pages 5-10, page 10 1-6 full sentences; read pages 11-16 page 16 1-5 full sentences
Week of 10 September 2007
Monday
Focus: Scientific Method
Objective: To identify the parts of the scientific method
Procedure: Go over homework; Notes on watersheds; Scientific method activity; Notes on scientific method
SOLs covered: 1 d, 1 e, 2 all
Homework: Pds 3,4, 6: read pages 15-22, page 22 1-5 full sentences; Pds 1, 5: read pages 17-19, page 19 1-7 full sentences
Tuesday
Focus: Finish scientific method notes; Scientific method activity (Simpsons worksheet)
Objective: To understand the parts of the scientific method
Procedure: Notes on graphing; graphing activity
SOLs covered: 1d, 1e, 2 all
Homework: Finish Simpsons worksheet if not completed in class
Wednesday
Focus: Lab Activity on Scientific Method
Objective: To use the scientific method to solve a problem
Procedure: The Penny Activity; If absent complete the following: Periods 3, 4, 6: page 30 Checking Concepts 1-10 and 11, 14, and 15 [Full sentences for all] ; Periods 1, 5: page 24 1-11, 16-18 [Full sentences for all]
SOLs covered: 1d, 1e, 2all
Homework: Study for quiz on Watersheds in Giles and the Scientific Method
Thursday
Focus: Watershed & Scientific Method Quiz; Notes on graphing
Objective: Evaluate understanding of scientific method and watershed knowledge with a quiz
Procedure: Quiz; Finish penny lab; finish scientific method
SOLs covered: 1d, 1e, 2 all, 9e, 9f
Homework: Finish graphing activity (if did not complete in class)
Week of 17 September 2007
Monday
Focus: Metric System
Objective: Understand the metric system
Procedure: Metric system notes
SOLs covered: 1a, 3c
Homework: Start review sheet
Tuesday
Focus: Computer Lab
Objective: Go over internet safety, Complete an activity in the computer lab on phases of the moon
Procedure: Computer lab activity
SOLs covered: 1, 3
Homework: Second third of review sheet
Wednesday
Focus: Metric System Activity
Objective: Application of the metric system
Procedure: Measurement activity
SOLs covered: 1a, 3c
Homework: Complete review sheet
Thursday
Focus: Review for test
Objective: Review for test on scientific method, measurement, and watersheds
Procedure: Play a jeopardy review game, go over review sheet
SOLs covered: 1, 2, 3 all
Homework: Study for Test
Friday
Focus: Scientific method, measurement, and watersheds test
Objective: To evaluate students’ understanding with a test
Procedure: Take the test; when finished Pds 1, 5: Define terms on page 73 (all terms); Pds 3, 4, 6: Define terms on page 57 (all terms)
SOLs covered: 1 all, 5 (partly)
Homework: Finish definitions if not completed in class (checked on Tuesday)
Week of September 24 2007
Monday
Focus: Basic Chemistry
Objective: To review basic chemistry information
Procedure: To understand basic chemistry and how it relates to earth science
SOLs covered: 1a, 1b, 1c; 5 (partly)
Homework: Finish definitions (pg 73 for Pds 1, 5; pg 57 for Pds 3, 4, 6)
Tuesday
Focus: Density Lab
Objective: To review density
Procedure: Check homework; Density lab activity- [if absent: Pds 1, 5: pg 74 #1-16 Full Sentences; Pds 3, 4, 6: pg 58 # 1-15 Full Sentences]
SOLs covered: 1a
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 53-59, pg 59 1-5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 34-38 page 38 1-6 FS
Wednesday
Focus: Periodic Table Bingo
Objective: Students will review the periodic table through a game of bingo
Procedure: Go through homework; complete periodic table bingo game
SOLs covered: 1a, 1b, 1c, 5 (partly)
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 60-66, page 66 1-5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 39-44, page 44 1-5 FS
Thursday
Focus: Chemistry
Objective: To review basic chemistry
Procedure: Notes; Puzzle activity on bonding
SOLs covered: 1a, 1b, 1c, 5 (partly)
Homework: Study for quiz on basic chemistry
Friday
Focus: Quiz; Go over test
Objective: Evaluate students’ understanding with a quiz
Procedure: Quiz on basic chemistry; Go over test
SOLs covered: 1a, 1b, 1c, 4 all
Homework: none
Week of 01 October 2007
Monday
Focus: History of Space Travel
Objective: Understand the scientists that made a significant contribution to space knowledge
Procedure: Computer Lab- research scientists
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 640-645, page 645 1-5 FS; Pds 1, 5: read pages 747-752, page 752 1-6 FS
Tuesday
Focus: Chemical Bonding and Introduction to Astronomy
Objective: Understand bonding and astronomy
Procedure: bonding notes and short video clips; reading on space travel
SOLs covered: 1, 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 647-654 page 654 1-5 FS; Pds 1, 5: read page 753 and define vocab from Section 28.1 and the following terms Sputnik 1, Apollo 11, Neil Armstrong
Wednesday
Focus: History of Space Travel
Objective: Continue to investigate individual who made significant contributions to the space program
Procedure: Computer Lab- research and if time additional assignment
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: none
Thursday
Focus: Introduction to Astronomy
Objective: Understand importance of astronomy and tools used in astronomy
Procedure: Astronomy notes, remote sensing activity
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: First third of review sheet
Friday
Focus: Astronomy
Objective: Understand tools used in astronomy and measurement
Procedure: Astronomy notes; remote sensing activity
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Second third of review sheet; Test will be next Wednesday
Week of 08 October 2007
Monday
Focus: Introduction to Astronomy
Objective: Students will understand how to use a spectroscope and work on a puzzle
Procedure: Spectroscope activity (if absent: Pds 1,5: page 772 1-8, 10, 13; Pds 3, 4, 6: page 667 define terms) and puzzle hand out
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Finish the review sheet
Tuesday
Focus: Introduction to Phases of the Moon Project and Test Review
Objective: Students will be introduced to the phases of the moon project in time to start on the new moon (11 October) and test review
Procedure: Phases of the Moon handout and review game
SOLs covered: 1 all, 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Study for test
Wednesday
Focus: Basic Chemistry and Introduction to Astronomy Test
Objective: Evaluate students’ understanding of the material with a test
Procedure: Chemistry and Astronomy Test; When finished students will define terms on page 771, sections 28.2-28.3, page 801 29.1 (Pds 1,5) and page 697 (Pds 3, 4, 6)
SOLs covered: 1 all, 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Finish definitions
Thursday
Focus: Apollo 13
Objective: To understand major issues that can occur as we try to travel to space
Procedure: Watch Apollo 13- Write down 5 scientific or historical information presented in the movie
SOLs covered: 4 a, 4d, 14 all
Homework: Work on phases of the moon
Friday
Focus: Apollo 13
Objective: To understand major issues that can occur as we try to travel to space
Procedure: Watch Apollo 13- Write down 5 scientific or historical information presented in the movie
SOLs covered: 4 a, 4d, 14 all
Homework: Work on phases of the moon
Additional homework for 11 October through 09 November: Students should be making visual observations of the moon every night/day. They have a phases of the moon project that is due in class on 12 November 2007. They have a handout where they will record their observations.
Week of 15 October 2007
Monday
Focus: Apollo 13
Objective: Students will finish the Apollo 13 video and recognize the issues that astronauts face
Procedure: Check definitions assigned last week; Finish Apollo 13; Notes on Apollo 13; Introduce Planet Project; Solar system discussion and activity
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Pds 3, 4, 6: Define terms page 731 (due on Wednesday); Pds 1, 5: Define terms page 801- Sections 29.2-29.4 (due on Wednesday)
Tuesday
Focus: Computer Lab
Objective: Students will work on their Planet Projects
Procedure: Go to computer lab to work on planet project
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Finish definitions
Wednesday
Focus: Computer Lab
Objective: Students will work on their Planet Projects
Procedure: Check definitions; Go to computer lab to work on planet project; If they finish, students will log on ALS and work on ALS
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 702-706, page 706 1-5 FS; Pds 1, 5: read pages 780-785, page 785 1-5 FS
Thursday
Focus: Computer Lab
Objective: Students will work on their Planet Projects
Procedure: Go to computer lab to work on planet project; If they finish, students will log on ALS and work on ALS
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Quiz moved to Tuesday (movie not finished)
Friday
Focus: Computer Lab
Objective: Students will work on their Planet Projects
Procedure: Go to computer lab to work on planet project; If they finish, students will log on ALS and work on ALS
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Quiz moved to Tuesday (movie not finished)
Week of 22 October 2007
Continue working on phases of the moon project every night!!!
Monday
Focus: Apollo 13
Objective: Discuss issues that can arise in space flight
Procedure: finish watching Apollo 13
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Study for Quiz; Pds 1, 5: read pages 786-792, page 792 1-5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 708-713, page 713 1-5 FS
Tuesday
Focus: Apollo 13 Quiz
Objective: Evaluate students’ understanding of Apollo 13 with a quiz; Discuss moon and eclipses
Procedure: Check homework; Take quiz; Discuss moon positions and eclipses; short videos
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Pds 1,5: read pages 793-797; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 714-719
Wednesday
Focus: Computer Lab
Objective: Students will work on their Planet Projects
Procedure: Go to computer lab to work on planet project; If they finish, students will log on ALS and work on ALS
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 758-767, page 767 1-4, 6 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 672-677, page 677 1-5 FS, read pgs 678-686
Thursday
Focus: Moon versus Earth
Objective: Students will work on an activity comparing the sizes of the moon and the earth
Procedure: Moon/earth activity
SOLs covered: 4 all
Homework:
Friday
Focus: Phases of the Moon
Objective: Understand position of the moon, the earth and the sun during moon phases and eclipses
Procedure: Phases of Moon Lab activity; If absent: Pds 1, 5: page 772 5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 14-20 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: page 686 1-5, page 698 1-4, 6-8 FS
SOLs covered: 4 all
Homework: Project Presentations in class on Monday; Quiz on earth and moon on Wednesday
Week of 29 October 2007
Monday
Focus: Planet Presentations
Objective: To understand the 8 planets in our solar system
Procedure: Groups will present their power point presentations and students will take notes on presentations
SOLs covered: 4all
Homework: Crossword Puzzle on moon-earth-sun interactions
Tuesday
Continue with Planet Presentations- Quiz has been moved to Thursday to finish up with presentations
HW- Review for Quiz
Wednesday
Focus: Earth-moon-sun interactions
Objective: Review material on earth-moon-sun
Procedure: Go over crossword; Review sheet to complete in class; Class discussion and review for quiz
SOLs covered: 4all
Homework: Study for Quiz
Thursday
Focus: Quiz on earth-moon-sun; other objects in the solar system
Objective: Evaluate students’ understanding with a quiz; Understand other objects in our solar system
Procedure: Quiz; Worksheet on asteroids, comets, meteoroids
SOLs covered: 4 all
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 793-797, page 797 1-5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 722-725, page 725 1-5 FS
Friday
Focus: Stars, Galaxies
Objective: Understand the universe
Procedure: Take notes on material using textbook (handout)
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read page 813-820, page 820 1-6 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 736-740, page 740 1-5 FS
Week of 05 November 2007
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on November 8 from 2:00-7:00 pm and on November 9 from 9:00 am -12:00 pm. I look forward to meeting you all. If you cannot attend during these times, please feel free to email me at Pmalabad@gilesk12.org to touch base on how your student is progressing in earth science. Thank you.
Monday
Focus: Stars, Galaxies
Objective: Finish notes-
Procedure: Finish notes (This will change based on progress of classes)
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Finish notes if not complete (we will go over in class on Wednesday)
Tuesday
Focus: Constellations
Objective: Students will understand constellation and why some appear to move in the sky
Procedure: Work on a constellation activity using star charts (if absent and did not complete constellation activity: Pds 3, 4, 6: define terms page 763; Pds 1, 5: define terms page 829 30.1-30.2)
SOLs covered: 14 all
Homework: Work on phases of the moon; Finish star and galaxy notes
Wednesday
Focus: Quiz on Planets; Finish constellation activity
Objective: Evaluate students’ understanding of the planets with a quiz
Procedure: Planet quiz; Constellation activity- finish; If time, we will go through star and galaxy notes
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Don’t forget Phases of the Moon Project is due in class on Monday!!!!!
Thursday- 4 hour early release for students- Parent-Teacher Conferences I will only meet with periods 1 and 3 on this day
Focus: Video
Objective: Watch a video on space
Procedure: Space video
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Finish up Phases of the Moon Project; Due in Class Monday!!!
Friday- No school for students: Parent-Teacher Conferences
Week of 12 November 2007
Monday
Focus: The Sun and Stellar Evolution
Objective: Students will understand the importance of our star and its fate, as well as the fate of other stars
Procedure: Turn in Phases of Moon Project; Turn in Notes; Computer lab and watch BrainPop videos on the sun and stellar evolution
SOLs covered: 14 c
Homework: Crossword puzzle (handed out in class)
Tuesday
Focus: Hertzsprung-Russell Diagrams
Objective: Students will understand how stars are classified
Procedure: Complete a H-R diagram; Sub in the PM classes (I will be out of the building for professional leave)
SOLs covered: 14a-e
Homework: Part I of the review sheet
Wednesday
Focus: Stars and galaxies
Objective: To understand scientific concepts related to the universe
Procedure: Go through notes (will be handed back in class); Review misconceptions; Watch a few short video clips; Review information on quiz
SOLs covered: 14 all
Homework: Study for the quiz; Part II of the review sheet
Thursday
Focus: Stars and galaxies
Objective: To evaluate student understanding of the universe with a quiz
Procedure: Quiz; Work on terminology review sheet
SOLs covered: 14 all
Homework: Part III of the review sheet
Friday
Focus: Stars and galaxies
Objective: Students will understand the Big Bang Theory and what it tries to explain
Procedure: Big Bang activity; Finish work not completed from the week
SOLs covered: 14 all
Homework: Test is Tuesday of next week
Week of 19 November 2007
Monday
Focus: Stars and Galaxies
Objective: Review for stars and galaxies test
Procedure: Students will participate in a review game on stars and galaxies
SOLs covered: 14 all
Homework: Study for stars and galaxies test
Tuesday
Focus: Stars and Galaxies
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of stars and galaxies with a test
Procedure: Take stars and galaxies test; When finished, students will: Pds 1, 5: define all terms on page 295 ; Pds 3, 4, 6: define all terms on page 457
SOLs covered: 14 all
Homework: Finish definitions; due in class on Monday when we return from Thanksgiving break
Wednesday: Two hour early release
Focus: Black Holes
Objective: To understand black holes
Procedure: Watch a video on black holes
SOLs covered: 14 all
Homework: None
Thursday: Thanksgiving break- NO SCHOOL
Friday: Thanksgiving break- NO SCHOOL
Week of 26 November 2007
Monday
Focus: Earth’s atmosphere
Objective: Understand the Earth’s atmosphere
Procedure: Atmosphere notes, Activity on the Layers of the Atmosphere (handout)
SOLs covered: 13d
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 270-277, pg 277 1-5 FS, Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 434-441, pg 441 1-5 FS
Tuesday
Focus: Earth’s atmosphere
Objective: Understand the importance of the ozone layer and what is causing damage to it
Procedure: Reading on the ozone layer, short video on ozone layer
SOLs covered: 13d
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 278-284, page 284 1-3, 5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 443-446, page 446 1-5 FS
Wednesday
Focus: Earth’s atmosphere
Objective: Review terminology of the atmosphere
Procedure: Complete a crossword puzzle on atmosphere terms
SOLs covered: 13d
Homework: Study for quiz
Thursday
Focus: Earth’s atmosphere
Objective: Evaluate students’ knowledge on the atmosphere
Procedure: Quiz on earth’s atmosphere; notes on atmosphere
SOLs covered: 13d
Homework: none
Friday
Focus: Computer Lab
Objective: Students will use the computers to complete an activity (TBA)
Procedure: Computer lab activity (TBA)
SOLs covered: 13d
Homework: none
Week of 03 December 2007
Atmosphere Test HAS BEEN MOVED TO TUESDAY 11 DECEMBER
Focus: Earth’s Atmosphere
Objective: Radiation, Convection, and Conduction
Procedure: Go through notes, Classwork assignment on energy transfer
SOLs covered: 12 c, d
Homework: Pds 1,5: read pages 305-308, page 311 1-4 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 447-451, page 451 1-5 FS
Tuesday- * We will miss some classes in the afternoon due to the play performance
Focus: Space Science
Objective: Students will finish the video on black holes
Procedure: Finish video on black holes
SOLs covered: 12 c, d
Homework: Complete review sheet up to and including #12 under layers and pressure section
Wednesday
Focus: Earth’s Atmosphere and Wind Systems
Objective: Differential heating and cooling of substances
Procedure: Lab activity; If absent complete the following: Pds 1, 5: page 296 1-8, 15 All in Full Sentences, and page 297 #16, 17 and Interpreting data 1-4 All in Full Sentences ; Pds 3, 4, 6: page 458 1-15 All in Full Sentences
SOLs covered: 12 all
Homework: Complete review sheet up Coriolis effect section
Thursday
Focus: Local Winds; Heat Capacity
Objective: Students will finish lab activity from yesterday and be introduced to local winds
Procedure: Graph results; receive notes on Coriolis effect and local winds
SOLs covered: 12 all
Homework: Complete the last section of the review sheet
Friday
Focus: Coriolis Effect
Objective: Understand the Coriolis effect and its effect on wind systems
Procedure: Notes; Coriolis effect activity
SOLs covered: 12 all
Homework: Study for the test
Week of 10 December 2007
Monday
Focus: Review for Atmosphere Test
Objective: To review for the atmosphere test
Procedure: Atmosphere review game
SOLs covered: 12 all
Homework: Study for the test- Test will be on TUESDAY!
Tuesday
Focus: Atmosphere Test
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of the atmosphere with a test
Procedure: Take the atmosphere test; When finished with the test, students will: Pds 1, 5: Define key terms on page 325 all; Pds 3, 4, 6: Define key terms on page 487
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Finish definitions- due Thursday
Wednesday
Focus: Relative Humidity
Objective: Students will understand the differences between humidity and relative humidity and will use a sling psychrometer
Procedure: Notes on humidity; Activity- Measuring relative humidity in the classroom
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Finish definitions- due tomorrow
Thursday
Focus: Dew Point Activity
Objective: Students will understand dew point
Procedure: Notes on weather; Complete a dew point activity: If absent: Pds 1, 5: Complete page 356 1-10 in full sentences; Pds 3, 4, 6: Complete page 487 Using vocab section 1-10 in full sentences
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read page 282-284, page 284 #4, read pages 299-304, page 304 1-5 Full sentences ; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 461-469, page 469 1-5 Full sentences
Friday
Focus: Weather
Objective: Understand fronts, pressure systems, weather instruments
Procedure: Notes on weather; Looking at weather maps
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Study for Weather Quiz- Tuesday
Week of 17 December 2007
Monday - Two- hour late arrival
Focus: Clouds
Objective: Research cloud types
Procedure: Go to computer lab and research different cloud types
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Study for Quiz- moved to Wednesday
Tuesday
Focus: Weather Maps
Objective: Students will understand weather symbols by creating a weather map
Procedure: Notes on pressure and station models; weather map activity
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Study for Quiz
Wednesday
Focus: Weather
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of weather with a quiz
Procedure: Weather Quiz; Finish weather map
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: None
Thursday
Focus: Weather
Objective: Understand isobar and isotherm maps
Procedure: Notes on isobars and isotherms; Classwork on creating an isobar map
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Enjoy the break and keep an eye on the weather!
Friday- 4 hour early release; Holiday concert in AM
Only 1st and 3rd will meet this day and we will have a holiday concert during that time. If we return to 3rd period, we will work on a short weather puzzle. Have a nice holiday break!
Homework: Enjoy your break and keep an eye on the weather!
Week of 03 January 2008
Thursday
Focus: Severe storms and station models
Objective: Understand severe storms and station models
Procedure: Hand back papers, severe storm notes, if time, short brainpop video
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: First part of review sheet
Friday
Focus: Severe storm information
Objective: Understand severe storms and what causes them
Procedure: video on severe storms (Isobar activity moved to Monday)
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Second part of review sheet; Test is Wednesday, January 9th- start preparing for the test
Week of 07 January 2008
Monday
Focus: Isobar mapping activity
Objective: Understand isobar and isotherm maps
Procedure: Notes on isobars/isotherms; isobar activity
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Finish review sheet; Study for the test on Wednesday
Tuesday
Focus: Weather review
Objective: Students will review for a test on the weather information
Procedure: Review game
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Study for the test
Wednesday
Focus: Weather test
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of weather with a test
Procedure: Weather test; When finished, students will define terms: Pds 3, 4, 6: Define terms on page 545 and 575; Pds 1, 5: Define terms on page 409 and 433
SOLs covered: 13 all, 11 all
Homework: Finish definitions- due Friday
Thursday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Introduction to oceanography
Procedure: Guided reading activity- completing notes on oceanography
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Finish definitions; Finish class work if not complete
Friday
Focus: Oceanography- computer lab
Objective: Go to computer lab and learn about oceans
Procedure: Computer lab activity- handout
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Finish Thursday’s class work assignment if not completed
Week of 14 January 2008
Monday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: To understand oceanography
Procedure: Work on oceanography notes (20 minutes); go through weather test; oceanography handout, if time permits
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Finish notes (handout from class)- due Wednesday in class
Tuesday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Students will watch a video to help understand the importance of the oceans
Procedure: Watch video: “Understanding Oceans”
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Finish notes (handout from class)- due tomorrow
Wednesday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Help students gain a better understanding of the importance of oceans
Procedure: Check notes; go through the notes; Demo “A Drop in the Bucket”; Crossword Puzzle on Oceanography
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Finish crossword puzzle for homework
Thursday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Students will complete a density activity
Procedure: Density Lab activity; If absent- Pds 1, 5: page 391 1-4, page 398 1-5, page 405 1-5 All in Full Sentences; Pds 3, 6, 7: pages 546-547 11-19 full sentences, #1,2 under test practice (not in full sentences)
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: None
Friday- I will have a sub
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Understand global currents; Go through a currents handout
Procedure: Go through oceanography notes; handout
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Study for Quiz- quiz will be on Wednesday
Week of 21 January 2008
Monday-
Focus: Astronomy Review
Objective: Students will visit an on-line review site and be evaluated on their knowledge of astronomy
Procedure: Visit web site and take 40 question on-line practice test
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Study for quiz- use crossword puzzle to help you study
Tuesday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Review for quiz; Students will complete a density activity
Procedure: Quiz review; Density Lab activity; If absent- Pds 1, 5: page 391 1-4, page 398 1-5, page 405 1-5 All in Full Sentences; Pds 3, 6, 7: pages 546-547 11-19 full sentences, #1,2 under test practice (not in full sentences)
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Study for quiz
Wednesday
Focus: Oceanography Quiz
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of oceanography with a quiz
Procedure: Quiz on oceanography; go through page 2 of oceanography notes (assignment from last week)
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: TBA
Week of 21 January 2008
Monday-
Focus: Astronomy Review
Objective: Students will visit an on-line review site and be evaluated on their knowledge of astronomy
Procedure: Visit web site and take 40 question on-line practice test
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: Study for quiz- use crossword puzzle to help you study
Tuesday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Review for quiz; Students will complete a density activity
Procedure: Quiz review; Density Lab activity; If absent- Pds 1, 5: page 391 1-4, page 398 1-5, page 405 1-5 All in Full Sentences; Pds 3, 6, 7: pages 546-547 11-19 full sentences, #1,2 under test practice (not in full sentences)
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Study for quiz
Wednesday
Focus: Oceanography Quiz
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of oceanography with a quiz
Procedure: Quiz on oceanography; go through page 2 of oceanography notes (assignment from last week); start currents activity, if time permits
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: none
Thursday- 4 hour early release- end of the semester- only 1st and 3rd period will meet
Focus: Astronomy Review
Objective: Students will visit an on-line review site and be evaluated on their knowledge of astronomy
Procedure: Visit web site and take 40 question on-line practice test
SOLs covered: 4 all, 14 all
Homework: none
Friday- NO SCHOOL- SNOW DAY
Week of 28 January 2008
Monday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Understand global currents
Procedure: Students will complete an assignment mapping global currents (handout in class and questions)
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: 1st part of review sheet (water on earth1-12, currents waves and tides 1-2)
Tuesday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Understand tides and what causes them
Procedure: Finish currents activity; Handout notes on life in the oceans (Periods 1, 5); Go through tides; Graphing tides activity (class handout)
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: 2nd part of review sheet (Currents, waves, tides 3-17)
Wednesday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Understand life in the oceans
Procedure: Finish tides graphing activity; Handout notes on life in the oceans (Periods 3, 4, 6); Go through terminology; Discuss seafloor features if time
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Finish review sheet (18-20 currents, waves, tides to the end)
Thursday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Understand features of the seafloor
Procedure: Go through seafloor features; Class activity (TBA); if time, watch short video
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Study for oceanography test- On Monday
Friday
No school- Snow Day
Week of 04 February 2008
Monday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Students will review for the oceanography test
Procedure: Review game
SOLs covered: 11 all
Homework: Study for oceanography test- Monday
Tuesday
Focus: Oceanography
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of oceanography with a test
Procedure: Oceanography Test; When finished: 1,5: define terms on page 467; pages 3,4,6: define terms on page 299 and read pages 276-279, page 279 1-5 FS
SOLs covered: 11 all, 8 b, c
Homework: Finish definitions and bookwork assigned in class (checked on Thursday)
Wednesday
Focus: GIS
Objective: Understand Geographic Information System
Procedure: Guest Speaker in computer lab- Smart Board
SOLs covered: 1 all
Homework: none
Thursday
Focus: GIS
Objective: Understanding Geographic Information System
Procedure: Look at the Giles County GIS site
SOLs covered: 1 all
Homework: Pd 1, 5: read page 448-454, page 454 1-5 FS
Friday
Focus: Plate Tectonics
Objective: Continental Drift and Pangaea, Sea-floor spreading
Procedure: Finish looking at GIS website; Computer lab: Pangaea activity
SOLs covered: 8 b, c
Homework: none
Week of 11 February 2008
Monday
Focus: Plate Tectonics
Objective: Students will understand Continental Drift
Procedure: Introduction to Plate Tectonics; Pangaea activity
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Page 455-459, page 459 1-5 FS; read pages 280-282, page 282 1-5 FS
Tuesday- I was absent
Focus: Tsunamis
Objective: To understand forces that cause tsunamis
Procedure: Video on Mega-Tsunamis
SOLs covered: 11d
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 460-463, page 463 1-5FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 284-293, page 293 1-5 FS
Wednesday- I was absent
Focus: Plate Tectonics
Objective: Understand plate tectonics
Procedure: Review sheet on plate tectonics
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Quiz moved to Monday
Thursday
Focus: Plate Tectonics
Objective: Students will visualize the breakup of Pangaea
Procedure: finish Pangaea activity (started Monday)
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Happy Valentine's Day!
Friday- assembly at 10:00 am (miss part of third period)
Focus: Plate Tectonics
Objective: Understand sea-floor spreading
Procedure: Hand back papers; notes on sea-floor spreading; go through assigned work from sub
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Study for the quiz - QUIZ IS RESCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY(up to and including material on sea-floor spreading)
Week of 18 February 2008
Mid-term in Earth Science and Earth Science Applied classes is scheduled for 26 February 2008. Material covered includes: Scientific Investigation, Astronomy, Atmosphere, Weather, and Oceanography. All questions will be multiple choice.
Monday
Focus: Plate Tectonics
Objective: Students will understand different boundary types and use computer animations to help them visualize these features
Procedure: Notes on boundaries; computer images
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Study for the quiz
Tuesday
Focus: Plate Tectonics
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of plate tectonics with a quiz
Procedure: Take a quiz (quiz will cover information on continental drift, sea floor spreading); Discussion on plate boundaries
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: none
Wednesday
Focus: Computer Lab Activity
Objective: Students will go to the computer lab to complete an activity
Procedure: TBA
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Study for mid-term
Thursday
Focus: Plate Tectonics
Objective: Students will visualize the differences between divergent, convergent, and transform plate boundaries and the features that occur there
Procedure: Lab activity- Modeling plate tectonics
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Study for mid-term exam (Tuesday)- Study guide was handed out in class today
Friday
Focus: Plate Tectonics
Objective: Understand the different fault types and how they relate to plate boundaries
Procedure: Fault handout and activity
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Study for mid-term exam (Tuesday)- Study guide was handed out in class yesterday
Week of 25 February 2008
Mid-term will be Tuesday, 26 February 2008
Monday
Focus: Plate Tectonics and Mid-term Review
Objective: Give students opportunity to ask questions about material to be covered on the mid-term exam
Procedure: Review for mid-term; If time, plate tectonics information
SOLs covered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 11, 12, 13, 14 (and 8, if time permits)
Homework: Study for mid-term exam
Tuesday
Focus: Mid term exam
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of earth science with a mid-term exam
Procedure: Take mid-term (Students need to bring a pencil with them to class); When finished, students will have the opportunity to work on the plate tectonics review
SOLs covered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 11, 12, 13, 14
Homework: Start review sheet for plate tectonics test- Test has been moved to Monday due to snow day on Wednesday
Wednesday
No school- snow day
Thursday
Focus: Review for Plate Tectonics Test
Objective: Students will review the information covered on the plate tectonics test
Procedure: Complete a plate tectonics crossword;
SOLs covered: 8all
Homework: Review sheet due Monday; Plate Tectonics Test is now Monday
Friday
Focus: Review for Plate Tectonics Test
Objective: Students will review for the plate tectonics test
Procedure: Review game for plate tectonics
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Study for plate tectonics test; Review sheet due Monday
Week of 03 March 2008
Monday
Focus: Plate Tectonics Test
Objective: Evaluate students’ understanding of plate tectonics with a test
Procedure: Plate tectonics test; When finished define terms: Pds 1, 5: pages 491 and 519; Pds 3, 6, 7: pages 329 and 359
SOLs covered: 6a, 8b, 8c
Homework: Finish definitions
Tuesday
Focus: Earthquakes
Objective: To understand P and S waves and earthquake terminology
Procedure: Earthquake notes, earthquake activity
SOLs covered: 8b
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read page 494-499, read pages 500-504, page 504 1-6 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 308-315, page 315 1-5 FS
Wednesday
Focus: Earthquakes
Objective: To understand earthquakes
Procedure: Watch a video on earthquakes
SOLs covered: 8b
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 505-510, page 510 1-5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 317-323, page 323 1-5 FS
Thursday
Focus: Finish up earthquakes; Start volcano information
Objective: To understand the different types of volcanoes and how they form
Procedure: Finish up earthquake activity; Notes on volcanoes
SOLs covered: 8b
Homework: Study for Quiz
Friday
Focus: Earthquake Quiz
Objective: To be evaluated on students’ knowledge of earthquakes with a quiz
Procedure: Quiz on earthquakes; volcano types
SOLs covered: 8b
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 471-475; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 334-339
Week of 10 March 2008
Monday
Focus: Natural Resources Project
Objective: To research an alternative fuel source and understand the pros and cons
Procedure: Computer lab- create PowerPoint Presentation
SOLs covered: 7 all
Homework: work on project
Tuesday
Focus: Natural Resources Project
Objective: To research an alternative fuel source and understand the pros and cons
Procedure: Computer lab- create PowerPoint Presentation
SOLs covered: 7 all
Homework: work on project
Wednesday
Focus: Natural Resources Project
Objective: To research an alternative fuel source and understand the pros and cons
Procedure: Computer lab- create PowerPoint Presentation
SOLs covered: 7 all
Homework: work on project- Project will be due on March 25th (day we return from break). Students should be ready to give their presentations that day.
Thursday
Focus: Guest speaker during 3rd and 5th; Volcanoes
Objective: To listen to Jay Webb discuss weather predictions
Procedure: 1st, 3rd, 4th will report to auditorium during 3rd period; 5th and 6th wil report to auditorium during 5th period; For 1st period: Volcano lab activity and for 4th period: Earthquake lab activity; For 6th period: computer lab
SOLs covered: 13 all
Homework: Work on presentations
Friday
Focus: Computer lab for 1, 3, 4, and 5
Objective: Students will finish up their PowerPoint Activities
Procedure: Computer lab; 6th period will complete an earthquake lab activity
SOLs covered: 8 all, 6a, 7 all
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages page 475 1-6 Full sentences; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 340-347, page 347 1-5 Full Sentences
Week of 17 March 2008
Monday
Focus: Volcanoes
Objective: To understand the different types of magmas and different volcanoes associated with them
Procedure: Check homework; Notes on volcanoes; volcano review information
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 476-479, page 479 1-3 FS, read pages 480-487, page 487 3-6 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 349-353, page 353 1-5 Full sentences
Tuesday
Focus: Volcanoes
Objective: Students will complete a volcanic rock lab activity
Procedure: Volcanic rock activity- Looking at Igneous Rocks; If absent: Pds 1, 5: page 492 1-15 in Full Sentences (Including Multiple Choice Questions!!) ; Pds 3, 4, 6: Page 360 #1-15 in Full Sentences (Including Multiple Choice Questions!!)
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Study for volcano quiz
Wednesday
Focus: Volcano Quiz
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of volcanoes with a quiz
Procedure: Volcano quiz; finish notes (if haven’t); Start volcano video if time remains
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Projects are due in class on Tuesday. Be ready to present your PowerPoint in class Tuesday.
Thursday- 2 Hour Early Release
Focus: Volcanoes
Objective: To understand how eruptive volcanoes can be
Procedure: Watch a video on volcanoes
SOLs covered: 8 all
Homework: Don’t forget that project presentations are on Tuesday. Make sure you bring your PowerPoint with you to class Tuesday.
Friday: No school- Holiday Break
Week of 24 March 2008
Monday – no school- Break
Tuesday
Focus: Alternative Energy
Objective: Students will present their PowerPoint projects on alternative energy.
Procedure: In-class presentations using the SmartBoard
SOLs covered: 7 all
Homework: Get permission slips signed for field trips- Permission slips are due in class on Friday
Wednesday
Focus: Finish alternative energy presentations; Watershed Pre-test; Topographic maps
Objective: Students will finish presentations; Students will be evaluated on their current knowledge of watersheds; Students will be introduced to topographic maps
Procedure: Presentations; watershed pre-test; topographic map handout and looking at topographic maps in class
SOLs covered: 7 all; 9 all; 3a
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 27-36, page 36 1-5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 166-172, page 172 1-5 FS
Thursday
Focus: Topographic Maps continued
Objective: Understand topographic maps, physiographic provinces, and start watershed discussion
Procedure: Finish topographic map discussion; Complete Physiographic Provinces of Virginia work; Introduce watersheds
SOLs covered: 9 all
Homework: Bring in permission slips tomorrow; Pds 1, 5: read pages 211-227, page 227 1-5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 240-250, page 250 1-5FS
Friday
Focus: Watersheds
Objective: Understand the features of a watershed and their importance
Procedure: Watershed activity; Discussion of types of questions to be answered with our watershed work
SOLs covered: 9 all
Homework: none
Week of 31 March 2008
Monday
Focus: Watershed Information
Objective: Students will review watershed information in preparation for field trips
Procedure: Watershed work
SOLs covered: 9 all
Homework: none
Tuesday I will be out on field trip all Day
Focus: Minerals
Objective: To understand minerals
Procedure: Fill out a note sheet on minerals
SOLs covered: 5 a, b
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 77-83, page 83 1-5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 60-66, page 66 1-5 FS
Wednesday I will be out on a field trip all day long
Focus: Minerals
Objective: Understanding minerals and their importance
Procedure: Finish notes on minerals; video on minerals and rocks
SOLs covered: 5 a, b
Homework: Pds 1, 5: 84-91, page 91 1-7 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 68-72, page 72 1-5 FS
Thursday
Focus: Mineral activity
Objective: Students will understand the different properties of minerals with a lab activity; If absent: Pds 1, 5: page 96 #1-15 in Full Sentences (Including Multiple Choice!!); Pds 3,4, 6: page 86 1-15 in Full Sentences (Including Multiple Choice!!)
Procedure: Mineral Activity
SOLs covered: 5 a, b
Homework: none
Friday: I will be out on a field trip all day long
Focus: Rock notes
Objective: Students will understand the three different types of rocks based on mineral composition and textures
Procedure: Fill out a notes sheet on rocks
SOLs covered: 6 all
Homework: none
Week of 07 April 2008
Monday
Focus: Mineral Information
Objective: To understand the importance of minerals
Procedure: Check homework; Go through notes; Look at specific minerals; Perform mineral tests
SOLs covered: 5 all
Homework: Study for Quiz (Wednesday)
Tuesday- I will be out all day on a field trip
Focus: Rocks
Objective: To understand the 3 different classifications of rocks
Procedure: Complete rock notes; If time remains, Minerals and Rocks video
SOLs covered: 6 all, 5 all
Homework: Study for Quiz (Wednesday)
Wednesday
Focus: Mineral Quiz
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of minerals with a quiz
Procedure: Mineral Quiz; Go through rock notes
SOLs covered: 5 all, 6 all
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 99-106; Answer the following question: Explain Bowen’s Reaction Series, read pages 107-113, page 113 1-4 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 89-93, page 93 1-5 FS (this assignment will be checked on Friday)
Thursday- I will be out all day on a field trip
Focus: Rocks
Objective: Understand how rocks are formed
Procedure: In class handouts to complete
SOLs covered: 6 all
Homework: see Wednesday’s homework assignment
Friday
Focus: Computer Lab
Objective: To take a practice online SOL
Procedure: Visit education.jlab.org/solquiz/ and take a 40 quiz practice SOL test in earth science
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 120-127, page 127 1-4, 6 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 94-97, read pages 99-102, page 102 1-5 FS
Week of 14 April 2008
Monday
Focus: Rocks
Objective: To understand the major rock types
Procedure: Go through rock notes; Period 4 and 6: Soil and water testing
SOLs covered: 6 all
Homework: none
Tuesday
Focus: Rocks
Objective: To understand formation of rocks
Procedure: Rock handout; List of information covered on rock quiz
SOLs covered: 6 all
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 128-132, page 132 1-5 FS; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 103-109, page 109 1-5 FS
Wednesday
Focus: Finish up rocks
Objective: Rock activity
Procedure: To look at rock types and identify specific properties
SOLs covered: 6 all
Homework: Study for rock quiz
Thursday
Focus: Rock quiz
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of rocks with a quiz
Procedure: Rock quiz; When finished introduce reflection
SOLs covered: 6 all
Homework: Pds 1, 5: Define terms page 177 (due Monday); Pds 3, 4, 6: Define terms page 207 (due Monday)
Friday
Focus: Watershed Reflection Paper
Objective: Students will write a reflection based on their field trip experiences
Procedure: Write reflection
SOLs covered: 8 b
Homework: See Thursday’s homework; Finish reflection, if haven't done so
SOL Schedule for Ms. Malabad’s Classes
1st Period will test the morning of May 15th
3rd Period will test the morning of May 19th
4th Period will test the afternoon of May 20th
5th Period will test the afternoon of May 12th
6th Period will test the afternoon of May 13th
Students should be studying for their SOL in earth science. They should go back and study old notes, activities, etc. as well as use the textbook to reinforce the concepts. I will provide SOL study sheets in class as the test date approaches but students need to start preparing now. If students are passing my class and pass the SOL (provided results come in on time), the final exam in earth science will be optional.
Week of 21 April 2008
Monday
Focus: Weathering and Erosion
Objective: Students will understand the differences between mechanical and chemical weathering
Procedure: Hand out notes to students; Go through notes; Practice worksheet on mechanical versus chemical weathering
SOLs covered: 8b
Homework: Pds 1, 5: read pages 153-161; Pds 3, 4, 6: read pages 183-189
Wednesday
Focus: Groundwater
Objective: To understand the different parts of our groundwater system, including the terminology
Procedure: Go through parts of the groundwater system
SOLs covered: 9b, 9c
Homework: Study for the Quiz Friday
Thursday
Focus: Computer Lab
Objective: Take an on-line practice SOL test
Procedure: Students will take the 2007 released earth science SOL test
SOLs covered: all SOLs will be covered
Homework: Pds 1, 5: Define terms on page 207 (due Monday); Pds 3, 4, 6: Define terms on page 235 (due Monday)
Friday
Focus: Weathering and Erosion Quiz; Groundwater
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of weathering and erosion with a quiz; Groundwater activities will continue
Procedure: Weathering and erosion quiz; Groundwater activity
SOLs covered: 8b, 9b, 9c, 9d
Homework: Study for SOLs; Definitions due on Monday
Week of 28 April 2008
Monday
Focus: Groundwater
Objective: Students will understand the parts of the groundwater system
Procedure: Check definitions; Go through notes; Groundwater sheet
SOLs covered: 9c, 9d
Homework: Watershed crossword puzzle (due Wednesday); SOL Review Sheet was handed out in class today- students need to begin their preparation for their SOL test in earth science
Tuesday
Focus: Groundwater and Karst
Objective: Students will understand karst and its importance in Giles County
Procedure: Notes on karst; activity
SOLs covered: 9 c, 9d, 9 b
Homework: Finish watershed crossword puzzle
Wednesday
Focus: Sinkhole in a Cup
Objective: Students will complete an activity on sinkholes
Procedure: Sinkhole in a cup activity
SOLs covered: 9 b
Homework: Quiz on groundwater and karst on Tuesday of next week
Thursday
Focus: Computer Lab- SOL Review Information
Objective: Students will work on sample SOL information
Procedure: On-line activity
SOLs covered: All
Homework: Periods 1, 5: Define key terms on page 573; Periods 3, 4, 6: Define key terms on page 393
Friday
Focus: Fossils and Dating
Objective: Students will understand how to date fossils
Procedure: Handout on fossils; Class assignment on fossils TBA
SOLs covered: SOL 10a, 10b, 10c, 10d
Homework: Finish definitions (due Monday); Study for quiz on groundwater and karst (Tuesday)
Week of 05 May 2008
Monday
Focus: Karst and fossils
Objective: Students will finish up the unit on karst and review the fossil information
Procedure: Karst notes; fossil worksheet from the sub
SOLs covered: 9 all; 10 all
Homework: Study for the quiz on groundwater and karst
Tuesday
Focus: Groundwater and karst quiz; Understanding a geologic profile
Objective: Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of groundwater and karst with a quiz
Procedure: Quiz on groundwater and karst; Start geologic profile activity
SOLs covered: 9 all
Homework: SOL Review Sheet (ES 3 and ES 4)
Wednesday
Focus: SOL Post-Test
Objective: Students will review for the SOL test by taking the Post-Test
Procedure: Students will take the SOL post-test
SOLs covered: all SOLs will be covered
Homework: SOL Review Sheet (ES 5 and ES 6)
Thursday
Focus: Finish geologic profiles
Objective: Students will finish up the activity on geologic profiles
Procedure: Go through SOL review homework; Finish geologic profile work; For 5th and 6th periods: handouts on SOL review sheets for ES 9 and 10 as well as ES 11 and 12
SOLs covered: ES 3, 4, 5, 6, 10
Homework: SOL Review Sheet (ES 7 and ES 8)
Friday
Focus: SOL Review Day
Objective: Students will review the SOLs
Procedure: Go through the SOL Post-test- students will be busy writing test corrections; handouts for any student finishing test corrections
SOLs covered: all SOLs will be covered
Homework: SOL Review Sheet (ES 13 and 14) for 5th and 6th periods; for 1st, 3rd, and 4th periods: SOL Review Sheet (ES 9 and 10)
REMINDER: Period 5 will be taking their earth science SOL on Monday afternoon! Period 6 will be taking their earth science SOL on Tuesday afternoon! Period 1 will test on Thuesday morning!
Week of 12 May 2008
Monday : 5th period blocked in afternoon: 5th period earth science SOL
Focus: SOL Review
Objective: Students will review for SOL
Procedure: 1st: Finish geologic profiles: 3rd and 4th: Review handout to work on in class; 5th Period: SOL Test in afternoon
SOLs covered: all
Homework: 6th period SOL will be tomorrow afternoon; Students need to continue to prepare for their SOL in earth science, get a good night’s sleep and eat a good breakfast and lunch
Tuesday: 6th period blocked in afternoon: 6th period earth science SOL
Focus: SOL Review
Objective: Students will review for SOL
Procedure: 1st: Review handout to work on in class: 3rd and 4th: In-class review- on SmartBoard; 6th Period: SOL Test in afternoon
SOLs covered: all
Homework: 1st period SOL will be Thursday morning; Students need to continue to prepare for their SOL in earth science, get a good night’s sleep and eat a good breakfast
Wednesday: 7th period blocked in afternoon
Focus: SOL Review
Objective: Students will review for SOL Procedure: 1st: Review for the SOL; 3rd and 4th: Review handout to work on in class; 7th period will be blocked in the afternoon
SOLs covered: all
Homework: 1st period SOL will be tomorrow morning; Students need to continue to prepare for their SOL in earth science, get a good night’s sleep and eat a good breakfast
Thursday: 1st period blocked in morning; 1st period earth science SOL
Focus: SOL Review
Objective: Students will review for SOL
Procedure: 1st: SOL test in the morning; 4th: Review work in class; 5th and 6th periods: Work on creation of a geologic profile
SOLs covered: all
Homework: 3rd period SOL will be Monday morning and 4th period SOL will be Tuesday afternoon; Students need to continue to prepare for their SOL in earth science, get a good night’s sleep and eat a good breakfast and lunch
Friday: 2nd period blocked in morning
Focus: SOL Review
Objective: Students will review for SOL
Procedure: 2nd period is blocked all morning; 4th: Review work in class; 5th and 6th periods: Finish work on the geologic profiles
SOLs covered: all
Homework: 3rd period SOL will be Monday morning and 4th period SOL will be Tuesday afternoon; Students need to continue to prepare for their SOL in earth science, get a good night’s sleep and eat a good breakfast and lunch
Week of 19 May 2008
Monday: 3rd period is blocked in AM- 3rd period earth science SOL in AM
Focus: Students will work on relative age in 5th and 6th, review in 4th and take SOL in 3rd
Objective: Students will understand relative age techniques of rocks
Procedure: 3rd period SOL in morning; 4th period review; 5th and 6th- relative age work
SOLs covered: all
Homework: 4th period needs to prepare for the SOL test tomorrow- get a good night’s sleep, eat a good breakfast and lunch and come to the test confident!
Tuesday: 4th period is blocked in PM- 4th period earth science SOL in PM
Focus: Students will work on relative age in 1st and 3rd; 4th period will review and then take SOL in afternoon
Objective: Students will understand relative age techniques for dating rocks
Procedure: 1st and 3rd: relative age work; 4th period review; 4th period SOL
SOLs covered: all
Homework: none
Wednesday
Focus: Fossils
Objective: Students will look at different fossil types and understand geologic time
Procedure: Fossil lab activity
SOLs covered: 10 all
Homework: none
Thursday: 4th period is blocked in PM
Focus: Maps
Objective: Students will understand different types of maps
Procedure: Mapping activity in 1st and 3rd periods; 4th period: work on relative age and then watch a video for part of the period
SOLs covered: 3 all
Homework: none
Friday: Sport Assembly in the PM: Starts at 1pm- 5th and 6th periods will not meet
Focus: Landscape
Objective: To understand the landscape and features of Giles County
Procedure: Discuss karst topography, soil profiles, water
SOLs covered: 9 all
Homework: none
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