Monday (March 9) is the last day to turn in yearbook orders. Also, this is the last day to bring in toiletry items for the 3rd grade service project.
Tuesday (March 10) is accelerated reader free dress.
Wednesday (March 11) is the Internet safety program in St. Ursula Hall at 6:30. This should be very informative, and parents (only) are strongly urged to attend. ("No homework" passes will be given out to parents who attend!)
Friday (March 13) are spring pictures/free dress.
Tuesday (March 24) 8th grade favorites pictures. (These are usually taken on spring picture day; however, this is also the day of the Regional Science Fair so we have scheduled a special day for 8th grade favorite pics.)
8th grade graduation will be here before we know it. An important letter went home last week from Mrs. Melancon. Please be sure your student gave it to you. Many other important messages will be forthcoming regarding graduation requirements and activities!
SCIENCE
We have covered plate tectonics, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Next, we will complete chapters 13 & 14 which cover geologic time. Students are strongly encouraged to take notes during my lectures and read the text book!
EXTRA CREDIT:
I offer several opportunities for extra credit in Science. When we're working on a chapter in the textbook, a "mock" vocabulary test (which should include an answer key) can be submitted on the day of our vocabulary test for an extra grade. In addition, an online quiz, which is accessed at www.glencoe.com, can be completed, printed, signed by a parent and turned in on the day of the chapter test for an extra grade. The quiz results can also be emailed to me at jjones@mbsbr.org. Also, bonus points will be given for a summary of an Earth Science current event. This extra credit will be accepted daily. These events can be found in the newspaper, Internet, or scientific publications. The summary must be in the students' own words!
English:
I return all graded tests and writing assignments to the students for future reference. These should be kept in their "Shurley binder." If you would like to see their work on a particular item ask them to show you!
Jingles should be practiced at home on a regular basis!
Be sure all materials are brought to class!
Note to 8th grade English students and parents: I no longer accept late work. In the future assignments not turned in on time will receive a "0." These young men & women need to prepare for high school!
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