Welcome to Miss Berry's Beach Bungalow 2008 -2009!
In addition to writing down your daily assignments before you leave class, you may check here for Homework and other assignments. Please refer to my website (use the link above) to print out any documents.
kberryms@gmail.com (Type your first and last name in the Subject Line)
https://sites.google.com/site/missberryesms/ (Class Website-VERY helpful)
FRI 06/12/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Final submission of My Access Essay, study for finals
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Turn in TKAM Final Folder, Return TKAM book, Take TKAM Final Exam
HW: Bring enough treats for everyone for our End of Year Party (Per. 1,2,4 on Wednesday and Per. 5 & 6 Monday)
THURS 06/11/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: My Access Essay, study for finals
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Continue to watch TKAM movie, Complete the Post Reading Activity and receive back your Pre Reading Activity
HW: TKAM FInal Exam is tomorrow (60 multiple choice questions), TKAM Folder is due tomorrow as you walk into class, Return TKAM novel tomorrow also
WED 06/10/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Move READ 180 items to Ms. Maye's room, finish My Access Essay, study for finals
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Watch TKAM movie, 5 differences in the movie vs. novel
HW: Study for final, work on TKAM folder, return novel Friday
TUES 06/09/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: My Access Essay & Study for finals
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS:Discuss end of TKAM, Instructions for Themefolio, Table of Contents for TKAM Folder, Instructions for "Just Because" Poem, Begin watching TKAM Movie
HW: Work on TKAM Folder (organize & complete work), Themefolio, Study for final exam, return TKAM book on Friday
MON 06/08/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: My Access Essay
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Pass back papers, Look at examples of Themefolio, Discuss chapters 19-27, Read Ch 28
HW: Finish TKAM!!!!! Bring your TKAM folder (tomorrow you will get a list of required items due in the folder), Study for the TKAM Final Exam (vocabulary, characters, events, themes, etc.) You will get a study guide tomorrow
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FRI 06/05/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: My Access Essay
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Discuss TKAM CH 17 & 18, Comprehension Questions for CH 15-18, Read through Ch 27
HW: READ TKAM CH 19-27
TUES 06/02/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: My Access essay
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Receive paper about last week of school, dates given out for L.A. Final Exam and Final Mini-Project, Answer Comprehension Questions for TKAM CH 12-14, Read CH 15-16
HW: By Thursday, read ALL the way through Chapters 15 AND 16
MON 06/01/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: My Access Essay writing
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Review the 4 themes in TKAM so far, Read CH 13
HW: Read all the way through Chapter 14, DO NOT forget your High School registration form
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FRI 05/29/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: finish self esteem posters
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Writing Assignment: TKAM My Favorite Scene from Part 1, Correct/ Discuss Comprehension Questions for CH 9-11
HW: Define TKAM Terms CH 12-18 and read ch 12
THURS 05/28/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Work on Self Esteem Posters
HW: bring in any pictures you may want to add to your poster
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: BRAVO to those of you who are on track with the reading!!!!!! Everyone needs to have read all of TKAM Part 1 (Ch 1-11) by now, CH 9-11 Comprehension Questions, Part 2 Legal Terms (both are on website)
HW: If you did not finish in class, BOTH the CH 9-11 Comprehension Questions AND Part 2 Legal Terms are due tomorrow --- Make sure that you have read THROUGH Ch 11 also
WED 05/27/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Self-Esteem Poster
HW: Find pictures for your poster
L.A.8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Collect TKAM folders, CH 1-8 Pop Quiz, Read Chapter 9
HW: Finish reading chapters 9-11 (Be ready for working in class tomorrow)
TUES 05/26/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: HW Check, reading & computers
HW: 2 interviews with adults on Self-Esteem
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Copy Table of Contents for TKAM Folder DUE AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS WED., High School counselors are hear to help you register for classes (Form is due JUNE 2)
HW: TKAM CH 9-11 Vocabulary Terms (see website),TKAM Folder is due tomorrow at the BEGINNING of class
MON 05/25/09:
NO SCHOOL --- Memorial Day Holiday
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FRI 05/22/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers, reading
HW: Interview 2 adults about the self esteem workshop - due Tuesday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Copy list of items in folder (due Tues), Read TKAM CH 7 - 8
HW: Finish reading TKAM CH 7-8, TKAM Folder is due on Tuesday, Answer TKAM Comprehension Questions for CH 7-8 (see website)
THURS 05/21/09:
Reading Intervention:
none for STAR testing schedule
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, correct vocab crossword, correct TKAM ch 4-6 comprehension questions
HW: Define Vocab Terms for TKAM ch 7-8 (see website)
WED 05/20/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: correct TKAM CH 4-6 comprehension questions, correct crossword for vocab terms
HW: Define Vocab terms for TKAM CH 7-8 (see website)
TUES 05/19/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: none for STAR testing
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: TKAM CH 4-6 Comprehension Questions, TKAM CH 1-6 Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle
HW: TKAM CH 1-6 Vocabulary Crossword
MON 05/18/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: TKAM CH 4-6 Comprehension Questions
HW: Finish CH 4-6 Comprehension Questions by WED.
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FRI 05/15/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Turn in DEAR Project and/ or Essay, TKAM Folder Check, Ch 4-6 Vocabulary, TKAM Illustration
HW: Read TKAM Ch 4-6 by Monday
THURS 05/14/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: quiz tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, correct Chapters 2-3 comprehension questions, begin ch 4-6 vocab
HW: T3 DEAR PROJECT AND/ OR ESSAY DUE TOMORROW!!!! Also, I will be checking for your TKAM folder in class - come prepared)
WED 05/13/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Test Prep Practice, reading & computers
HW: Study for vocab quiz Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: 9th Grade Reading Placement Test, Finish reading TKAM CH 2-3, work on Comprehension Questions for CH 2-3
HW: Read TKAM Ch 2-3, Comprehension Questions for TKAM CH 2-3 (See website), T3 DEAR PROJECT AND/ OR ESSAY DUE FRIDAY!!!
TUES 05/12/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: Study 10 terms for quiz on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Comprehension Questions, Begin to fill out Character Chart, Begin reading Chapters 2 & 3
HW: Finish reading TKAM CH 2-3, Answer CH 2-3 Comprehension Questions (see website), FINISH DEAR PROJECT AND/ OR ESSAY - DUE FRIDAY 05/15
MON 05/11/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Begin new workshop unit, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Discuss TKAM requirments (Folder, Post-its, highlighter, paper), Read About the Author/ Great Depression & Setting Handout, Discuss as a whole class, Discuss 4 themes, Discuss why the N-word may NOT be said aloud in class at all, Begin reaing TKAM Chapter 1
HW: Finish reading TKAM Chapter 1, Comprehension Questions for Chapter 1 (Go to my website), Finish DEAR Project and/ or essay
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FRI 05/08/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, 4 Corners (Agree or Disagree), Distribute TKAM novels to students, TKAM CH 1-3 Vocabulary Terms
HW: FInish defining all 25 vocab terms for TKAM Chapters 1-3 (Go to my website for the list), Bring TKAM book with you EVERYDAY, Work on T3 DEAR project and/ or essay (Due next week!!!!!), Per. 2 only--return Blue Permission Slip signed on Monday
THURS 05/07/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Finish Short Stories, clean-up party for Open House
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Pass back projects, FInish watching "My Kid Could Paint That," Turn in worksheet from film, Copy TKAM Pre-reading Activity -- respond with "A" for AGREE or "D" for DISAGREE (We will discuss in class tomorrow)
HW: TKAM Pre-Reading Activity, Work on T3 DEAR Project and/ or Essay
WED 05/06/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Graphic Organizer for short story, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Continue "My Kid Could Paint That"
HW: Work on T3 project and/ or essay, (OPTIONAL) buy your own copy of "To Kill a Mockingbird"
TUES 05/05/09:
(Miss Berry is out ill)
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS:Correct Test Prep Practice, Begin watching "My Kid Could Paint That"
HW: Finish DEAR book ASAP, Work on T3 DEAR project
MON 05/04/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Correct Test Prep, New Test Prep Practice
HW: Finish DEAR book ASAP, Work on T3 DEAR project
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FRI 05/01/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Poetry Unit Quiz, Correct Quiz, Work on DEAR Project or Essay
HW: Work on DEAR Project or Essay (Don't forget about the new due date and the 15 Extra Credit Points offer)
THURS 04/30/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Poetry Crossword, Test Prep Practice
HW: Finish DEAR book (remember the T3 DEAR Project changes), STUDY FOR POETRY QUIZ tomorrow
WED 04/29/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS:Finish Poetrypalooza Presentations, Poetrypalooza Reflections, Begin Poetry Review Crossword
HW: Finish Poetry Review Crossword Puzzle (use textbook), Finish DEAR book ASAP!!!!!
TUES 04/28/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Continue Poetrypalooza presentations
HW: Prepare for your presentation, DEAR, 2nd PERIOD ONLY: COMPLETE THE REFLECTION QUESTIONS FROM CLASS
MON 04/27/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: POETRYPALOOZA DAY!!!!! Presentations today and tomorrow!
HW: Prepare for your Poetrypalooza Presentation, bring your MUSIC with you
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FRI 04/24/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, memorize sonnet & practice reciting out loud
HW: POETRYPALOOZA DAY THIS MONDAY!!!!!!!! Bring your poster, music, and a copy of the poem you will recite by memory (to give to Miss Berry)
THURS 04/23/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Finish Metaphors Handout, memorize sonnets
HW: Memorize sonnet & practice out loud, work on poster, bring sonnet to class again
WED 04/22/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Look at Poetrypalooza Poster Examples, Metaphors Handout
HW: Bring Sonnet back, memorize sonnet, work on poster
TUES 04/21/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBook Unit quiz, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, Peer Edit Sonnets, revise and rewrite sonnet
HW: Typed, final draft of sonnet due tomorrow, Music MUST be tested in class by tomorrow!!!!!
MON 04/20/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers, STAR practice tests
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Continue working on sonnets, read examples of Poetrypalooza sonnets
HW: Rough draft of sonnet is due tomorrow, Music must be tested in class by Wednesday!!!!
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FRI 04/17/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, Peer Editing of Evaluating the Music Paragraph, Begin sonnet handout
HW: Work on your Poetrypalooza Project!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THURS 04/16/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, read example paragraphs for Evaluating the Music, Rhyme Scheme Handout, Share poetry
HW: Typed final Eval. the Music Paragraph, Read your DEAR book
WED 04/15/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, Write an ode poem, Evaluating the Music Questionnaire, Definition Poem
HW: Answer the Evaluating the Music Questionnaire, Read your DEAR book
TUES 04/14/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, Peer Editing - Evaluating the Art Paragraph, begin Ode Poetry
HW: Music selection is due tomorrow, read your DEAR book
MON 04/13/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS:Write a summary of your favorite READ 180 book
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Poetrypalooza reminders, share Evaluating the Art paragraph examples, write Concrete poems
HW: Typed Evaluating the Art paragraph for Poetrypalooza, Read your DEAR book
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SPRING BREAK --- (8th Grade DC/ NYC TRIP Monday to Friday)
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FRI 04/03/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: review games
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Read "The Charge of The Light Brigade," Comprehension Questions due at end of class
HW: Poetrypalooza Music choice is due Wed 04/15/09, Typed Evaluating the Art Paragraph due Tues. 04/14/09, DEAR
THURS 04/02/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: study, computers, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Read "The Charge of The Light Brigade," Comprehension Questions
HW: Choose Poetrypalooza Music (due Wed. 04/15/09), Typed Evaluating the Art Paragraph is due Tuesday 04/14/09, DEAR
WED 04/01/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: study words, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Evaluating the Art Questionnaire distributed
HW: Complete Evaluating the Art Questionnaire, DEAR
TUES 03/31/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Continue discussing Poetrypalooza, Cinquain Poems
HW: Artwork is due tomorrow, DEAR
MON 03/30/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Study your 40 review Target Words, reading & computers
HW: Vocabulary Review Quiz Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Poetrypalooza Packets distributed, Introduction to Poetrypalooza Project
HW: Choose Work of Art for Poetrypalooza Project by WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1 (Bring in the title, artist's name, year created, and a copy if possible)
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FRI 03/27/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: 5 Senses Poems, write and share in class
HW: DEAR Reading Log is due Monday, Choose Artwork by Wednesday, April 1 for Poetrypalooza
THURS 03/26/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Pgs. 193 & 195, Choosing your art for Poetrypalooza
HW: DEAR, Artwork chosen by Wednesday, April 1
WED 03/25/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Share Alliteration Poems, Read Pages 192, 193, 194, Begin Comprehension Questions
HW: Comprehension Questions Pages 193 and 195, DEAR
TUES 03/24/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, share Identity Poems in groups, Learn Alliteration and write your own poem
HW: Finish Alliteration poem and illustration, DEAR
MON 03/23/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Sensory Details Handout (HW), Identity Poem Handout
HW: Finish Identity Poem Handout, DEAR
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FRI 03/20/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Health Fair!!!!!!
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Pages 216 and 218, begin Sensory Details Handout
HW: Sensory Details Handout, DEAR
THURS 03/19/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Finish Poetry Terms Presentations, Turn in completed List of Poetry Terms with definitions, Read Simile: Willow and Ginkgo along with A Loaf of Poetry (Pages 215-217)
HW: Comprehension Questions Pages 216 and 218 (ALL), DEAR
WED 03/18/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Rehearse for group performance of poetry terms, Teach class poetry terms and perform an example, audience takes notes of what they learn
HW: DEAR, We will finish poetry terms performances tomorrow, bring back list of terms
TUES 03/17/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Groups work together to define poetry terms and develop a creative and informative way to teach them to the rest of class (This will be tomorrow)
HW: Practice your group's performance, DEAR, T2 ends TOMORROW!!!!!
MON 03/16/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Turn in DEAR Reading Logs, Pass out new DEAR Reading Logs, Collect Found Poems, Share Found Poems
HW:Read Pages 187-191 (textbook), DEAR, Check all grades (T2 ends Wednesday)
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FRI 03/13/09:
NO SCHOOL --- Teacher Inservice Day
THURS 03/12/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, work on Found Poem in class
HW: Finish Found Poem and include pictures - due Monday, DEAR Reading Log is due Monday
WED 03/11/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Begin new workshop, watch Anchor video, SRI test
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Turn in Letter to Governor, Turn in A.I. Story and ALL drafts, share some A.I. Stories, Begin POETRY UNIT, Found Poetry
HW: Bring in pictures that represent the theme, glue, scissors for Found Poem, DEAR
TUES 03/10/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBook Quiz, short story, response writing
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, A.I. Story Peer Review, Type story on blog
HW: Finish your blogspot post (http://esms8berry.blogspot.com), Type and print out your final draft of the A.I. Story (the blog posting and the final draft should be identical), you will turn in ALL work for your A.I. Story on Wednesday, Letter to the Governor with picture & typed is due Wednesday, DEAR
MON 03/09/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Letter to our Governor (Due Wed), Begin Self Review of your AI Story
HW: Self Editing Handout for AI Story, Type your letter to the Governor by Wednesday, DEAR
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FRI 03/06/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: work on WAVE crossword, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Review Nonfiction exams, Select only 1 A.I. story to develop further, complete an A.I. Story Chart, Begin writing your 3 paragraph A.I. story
HW: Type your first draft of your A.I. Story (only 3 paragraphs total) --- it must have a creative title, dialogue, descriptive details, an interesting/ captivating first sentence, Read your DEAR book
THURS 03/05/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Update Reading Logs, Independent reading, rBooks
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, share lists of stories, choose the best 1 for each of the categories, Write the Beginning/ Middle/ End for each (total of 4)
HW: Write 4 detailed short stories including a Beginning, a Middle, and an End, DEAR
WED 03/04/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Finish DEAR Presentations, Begin creating lists of your A.I. stories
HW: Compile lists of your Autobiographical Incidents (A. I.) stories by category: Funniest, Scariest, Most Embarrassing, Most Exciting --- come up with as many as you can
TUES 03/03/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Finish rBook summary, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Finish DEAR Project presentations, Begin DEAR Project Reflections
HW: Complete DEAR Project T1 & T2 Reflection, Choose a new DEAR book, if you haven't already done so
MON 03/02/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks summary
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: T2 DEAR Projects are due, begin presentations
HW: Choose a new DEAR book if you have not already, DEAR
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FRI 02/27/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS:reading, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS:NONFICTION UNIT EXAM PART 2
HW: T2 DEAR PROJECT AND ESSAY DUE MONDAY
THURS 02/26/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: NONFICTION UNIT EXAM PART 1, read silently
HW: STUDY FOR NONFICTION EXAM PART II, WORK ON DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY
WED 02/25/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Jeopardy Review Game
HW: STUDY FOR NONFICTION EXAM, WORK ON DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY
TUES 02/24/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Review all Nonfiction stories and vocabulary
HW: STUDY FOR NONFICTION EXAM, WORK ON DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY
MON 02/23/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Re-read Grammar Lessons, Complete Pages 38, 40, & 43 in Grammar Book, Make flashcards for all Prefixes & Suffixes
HW: Study for Nonfiction Unit Exam (Thurs & Fri), WORK ON YOUR DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY - DUE MONDAY MARCH 2!!!!!!!!!!
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FRI 02/20/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading, computers, studying
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check,.Correct Page 166, view examples of DEAR Music Video project
HW: WORK ON YOUR DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY-DUE 1 WEEK FROM MON, STUDY FOR NONFICTION UNIT EXAM
THURS 02/19/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Return assignments/ projects, read The Story of an Eyewitness, complete chart, begin comprehension questions Page 166 ALL
HW: (Per. 2-E.C. for Parent Signature page tomorrow ONLY), Finish the chart & Comp. Ques. page 166 (all), WORK ON YOUR DEAR PROJECT AND ESSAY - DUE IN LESS THAN 2 WEEKS!!!!!!!
WED 02/18/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, correct Story Preview
HW: Work on DEAR Project & Essay (due in less than 2 weeks)
TUES 02/17/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Turn in DEAR Reading Logs, Story Preview for The Story of an Eyewitness Pages 159-169
HW: Finish Story Preview, work on T2 DEAR Project & essay
MON 02/16/09: NO SCHOOL
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FRI 02/13/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Lincoln & O Captain QUIZ, correct quiz, WAVE Mad Libs
HW: DEAR Reading Log is due Tuesday 02/17/09
THURS 02/12/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Finish The Jackie Robinson Story, Turn in Cornell Notes, Begin WAVE Mad Libs, Study for Quiz
HW: Quiz tomorrow (Lincoln: A Photobiography & O Captain, My Captain), WAVE Madlibs (See list of WVE words on my website)
WED 02/11/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Review Podcasting & posting to Blog, Watch first 1/2 of "Jackie Robinson" and work on Cornell Notes
HW: Poscast "Make-up," Study for Lincoln: A Photobiography & O captain, My Captain Quiz on Friday, DEAR
TUES 02/10/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, share poems, Extended Metaphor Blog
HW: Post reflection to http://esms8la.blogspot.com by 11:59pm tonight (print it or e-mail it to me by the same time if you have technical difficulties), DEAR
MON 02/09/09:
NO SCHOOL - Presidents' Day Holiday
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FRI 02/06/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Study Hall, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, revise metaphor poems, learn how to record a Podcast
HW: Type the final Extended Metaphor Poem (include pictures)-due Tues., Record a Podcast of your poem by 11:59 pm SUNDAY 02/08 ---- Instructions are on the green paper given out in class and on Miss Berry's website (click 8th Grade Language Arts; find the attachment at the bottom) ***NOTE TO PER. 2: The ten digit number is 310-615-2690 and the PIN is 0208 ------ Please e-mail me immediately if you encounter any problems. Good luck!!!
THURS 02/05/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Finish watching D.P.S., Extended Metaphors Poetry assignment introduced
HW: Type your Extended Metaphor Poem Draft (at least 15 lines comparing one person who inspires you to an object, type of person, or place; Refer to Pg. 780 O Captain, My Captain for help), DEAR
WED 02/04/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: watch Anchor Video for new unit: Stolen Childhoods, new Target Words, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Continue to watch "Dead Poet's Society"
HW: Write about AT LEAST 3 people who inspire you in your own life and why - at least 1 (or all of them) MUST be someone you know, or have known, personally, DEAR
TUES 02/03/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: continue "Dead Poet's Society," think about Who Inspires You?
HW: DEAR
MON 02/02/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Severe Weather Unit Quiz, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Grammar Packet, New DEAR Log passed out, Begin watching "Dead Poet's Society"
HW: DEAR
FRI 01/30/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Write Final drafts of Severe Weather Stories, computers, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Grammar Packet, New Grammar Packet given
HW: Finish Grammar Packet, DEAR reading Logs are due MONDAY
THURS 01/29/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct PG. 781, Begin New Grammar Packet
HW: Finish Grammar Packet, DEAR
WED 01/28/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Re-read "O Captain, My Captain" and answer Pg. 781, correct grammar packet
HW: Finish Pg 781, DEAR
TUES 01/27/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Pg. 776 Lincoln: A Photobiography, Correct Grammar
HW: Re-read Lincoln: A Photobiography Pages 770-775, DEAR
MON 01/26/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Grammar: Kinds of Nouns & Prefixes and Base Words
HW: Finish Grammar Packet, DEAR
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FRI 01/23/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: SRI Test, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Discuss Story Preview for "Lincoln A Photobiography," View pictures of Ford's Theater & Petersen House, Begin reading "Lincoln A Photobiography"
HW: Finish reading Lincoln: A Photobiography, Comprehension Questions Pg 776 (Skip #5), DEAR
THURS 01/22/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Character Counts Assembly
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Discuss what you know about Abraham Lincoln, Story Preview: Lincoln: A Photobiography Pages 769-778, Read O Captain, My Captain on Page 780
HW: Read O Captain, My Captain, Finish the Story Preview, DEAR
WED 01/21/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: SRI tests & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Inauguration Freewrite Exit Slips, Career Research Give 1 - Get 1 Chart
HW: Write or type EVERYTHING you know about Abraham Lincoln, DEAR
TUES 01/20/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Watch Barrack Obama's Presidential Inauguration
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Watch Barrack Obama's Presidential Inauguration, HW Check, Collect DEAR Reading Logs, Collect Career Research, Receive new DEAR Reading Logs, optional art contest, begin Inaugural Freewrite
HW: Complete Inaugural Freewrite (1/2 page OR MORE), DEAR
MON 01/19/09:
NO SCHOOL --- Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
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FRI 01/16/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, correct Who Are the 99s? Questions, Career Research in the library
HW: Complete Career Research (due Tuesday), DEAR Reading Log due Tuesday
THURS 01/15/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers & reading
HW: B.R. Raffle tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Read Who Are the 99s? on Pages 130-133, answer the questions (complete sentence required), then read the TAN colored boxes only on pages 211-214 (You need to know the TERMS), read Biz Goes Up in Flames Article and answer the Questions on the handout I provide for you
HW: Answer Biz Goes Up in Flames Questions (staple answers, questions, and article together), come with a list of 3-5 jobs/ careers that sounds interesting to you, DEAR
WED 01/14/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, Flying Quiz, Correct quiz in class, correct Flying handouts, WAVE word search
HW: DEAR
TUES 01/13/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Re-read Flying, 2 review handouts for Flying
HW: Flying quiz tomorrow, 2 Flying review handouts due tomorrow, DEAR
MON 01/12/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Share Personal Anecdote Stories
HW: DEAR, Flying Quiz on Wednesday
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FRI 01/09/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Peer editing with 2 different students
HW: Final Personal Anecdote story - typed, double spaced - due MONDAY, bring all work with it, be prepared to share, DEAR, Flying quiz on Wednesday
THURS 01/08/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Finish Winter Break Stories, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Writing Workshop: Personal Anecdote Stories
HW: Type Personal Anecdote Stories, double-spaced, 1 page or more, containing 3-5 anecdotes within the main story, use VIVID details to engage the reader/ audience, DEAR, Flying Quiz on Wed 01/14
WED 01/07/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Finish Winter Break stories, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Page 127, Begin Personal Anecdote Stories
HW: DEAR, Begin writing your Personal Anecdotal Story - at least 1 paragraph (See handout)
TUES 01/06/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Continue Winter Break story, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, discuss Story Preview for Flying, look at Charles Lindbergh website/ videos, read Flying
HW: Comprehension Questions for Flying Pg. 127 (ALL - yes, even #5... just ignore the 1st sentence. You can still answer the remaining questions in #5), DEAR
MON 01/05/2009:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Winter Break stories, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: New calendar items, New DEAR Reading Logs, Story Preview: Flying Pages 118-129
HW: DEAR, Finish Story Preview: Flying Pgs. 118-129
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FRI 12/19/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Finish watching The Mighty
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Finish The Karate Kid and the Story Chart ---- NOTE: if you did NOT finish your Story Chart or were absent, rent the movie and turn in your COMPLETED Story Chart on Monday 01/05/08 for full credit
HW: Story Chart for Karate Kid, Plan out your T2 DEAR Project and DEAR Essay (it will be due at the end of February)
THURS 12/18/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Quiz #10, The Mighty
HW: none
L.A. 8: Continue The Karate Kid and Story Chart
HW: Bring Story Chart tomorrow
WED 12/17/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Review Spelling words (Quiz will be tomorrow), rBooks, Begin The Mighty
HW: Study Spelling words for quiz tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, TGRH Quiz, Correct Grammar HW, Begin watching Karate Kid and filling out Story Chart
HW: Bring back Story Chart for Karate Kid to fill out in class
TUES 12/16/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: HW Check, rBooks, reading and computers
HW: study for Spelling Quiz #10
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct TGRH Handout, Nouns Grammar Diagnostic Test Pg 35, Read Grammar Pgs. 36-37, Begin Grammar Worksheet
HW: TGRH Quiz is tomorrow, Finish Kinds of Nouns Handout
MON 12/15/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Pre-Test #10, computers, reading
HW: Return Parents Signature for (1) Spelling Pre-Test #10 AND (2) Video Permission Slip
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, turn in DEAR Reading Logs, Re-read T.G.R.H., Correct worksheets, begin new T.G.R.H. worksheet
HW: Finish T.G.R.H. Worksheet, T.G.R.H. Quiz Wednesday
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FRI 12/12/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Quiz #9, Binder Reminder Raffle, reading, computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Pg. 115
HW: DEAR Reading Log is due MONDAY
THURS 12/11/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers & reading
HW: Study for Spelling Quiz #9
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Collect Ex. of Nonfiction Corrections, Comprehension Questions for T.G.R.H. Page 115 (Skip #4)-due at end of class, Begin T.G.R.H. Worksheet
HW: Finish T.G.R.H. Worksheet, DEAR
WED 12/10/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: Spelling Quiz #9 Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Grade Examples of Nonfiction and make corrections, Begin reading The Great Rat Hunt
HW: Finish reading The Great Rat Hunt Pg. 107, Finish making corrections on Examples of Nonfiction Handout, DEAR
TUES 12/09/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: HW Check, computers & reading
HW: Study for Spelling Quiz #9
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Review Story Preview for TGRH, Begin Examples of Nonfiction Handout
HW: Examples of Nonfiction Handout (Include 2 titles with the author for each type of nonfiction writing, then list the purpose for each - see me for help before class), DEAR
MON 12/08/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: New seats for T2, Spelling Pre-Test #9, computers & reading
HW: Parent signature for Spelling Pre-test #9
L.A 8:
IN CLASS: New seats for T2, Choose new class monitors, finish Cornell Notes for Nonfiction Unit Pgs. 101-104, Begin Story Preview: The Great Rat Hunt Pgs. 106 - 117
HW: Finish entire Story Preview for The Great Rat Hunt Pgs. 106-117, DEAR
FRI 12/05/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Quiz #8, Binder Reminder Raffle, computers & reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Fiction Unit Exam Part 2, DEAR
HW: DEAR
THURS 12/04/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Fiction Unit Exam Part 1, DEAR
HW: Study for Fiction Exam Part 2
WED 12/03/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Finish stories, study
HW: Spelling Quiz #8 on Friday
L.A 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Grammar Review Packet, Nonfiction Unit Cornell Notes Pgs. 101-104
HW: Study for FICTION UNIT EXAM - THURS & FRI (Part 1 Elements of Fiction - Part 2 Grammar & Vocab), Bring in your DEAR book
TUES 12/02/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Creative Stories
HW: Spelling Quiz #8 Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Grammar Review Packet for the Fiction Exam
HW: Re-read pages 17-21 and study the terms from those pages, study the 20 vocabulary terms and finish the grammar review packet, DEAR
MON 12/01/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Pre-Test #8, rBooks
HW: Parent Signature for Spelling Pre-Test
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Finish DEAR Project Presentations, Update December calendar, New DEAR Reading Logs, Fiction Unit Vocabulary Sentences
HW: Finish Fiction Unit Vocab Sentences (20 total), DEAR
FRI 11/21/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers, Spelling Quiz #7, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: DEAR Project Presentations
HW: none
THURS 11/20/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, study for spelling quiz, computers & reading
HW: Spelling Quiz #7 tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: DEAR Presentations for multi-media projects, Finish watching The Ransom of Red Chief, Finish Cornell Notes
HW: ALL DEAR PROJECTS & ESSAYS ARE DUE TOMORROW
WED 11/19/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers & reading
HW: Spelling Quiz #7 Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Continue watching The Ransom of Red Chief, take Cornell Notes
HW: DEAR Project & essay due tomorrow (if you do a multi-media project) & Friday
TUES 11/18/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks - Target Words, computers & reading
HW: Spelling Quiz Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Collect all RTL essays, Watch The Ransom of Red Chief and take Cornell Notes
HW: WORK ON YOUR DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY - DUE THURS & FRI
MON 11/17/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Pre-Test #7, Choose a new Workshop to begin, Watch Anchor Video for Workshop #2
HW: Return Spelling Pre-Test signed
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Collect DEAR Reading Logs (you will get a new one after Thanksgiving Break), Computer Lab: Finish typing RTL Essay and turn it in
HW: If you did NOT finish your RTL essay in the computer lab today you MUST finish it at home and turn it in first thing tomorrow, WORK ON YOUR DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY - Due Thurs & Fri
FRI 11/14/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Binder Reminder Raffle, Spelling Quiz #6, Study for tests, computers, and reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Checklist for RTL Essay, Type final draft of Essay in Computer Lab (we will finish in class on Monday - no need to work on it over the weekend)
HW: DEAR Reading Log is due Monday, WORK ON YOUR DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY --- due Thursday and Friday 11/20 & 11/21
THURS 11/13/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers and reading, study for spelling quiz
HW: Spelling Quiz #6 tomorrow, Binder Reminder Raffle tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Read an example RTL essay, write first draft in class - Final will be due at the end of class Friday (We are using the computer lab)
HW: Bring ALL papers and handouts to use for the RTL essay in class tomorrow (Bring a finished 5 paragraph draft tomorrow), WORK ON YOUR DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY
WED 11/12/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Workshop Quiz, reading and computers
HW: Study for Spelling Quiz #6
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Born Worker Quiz, Read pages 94 - 98 (Response to Literature writing prompt), re-read the story you are writing about, keep track of 3 examples with 3 quotes and page #rs, and your thesis statement
HW: Finish re-reading the story you will be writing your RTL essay about, Have a list of 3 or more supporting xamples, 3 or more supporting quotes, and your thesis statement, WORK ON YOUR DEAR PROJECT AND ESSAY
TUES 11/11/08:
Veteran's Day holiday - NO SCHOOL
MON 11/10/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Pre-Test #6, rBooks
HW: Bring back signed Spelling Pre-Test #6 on Wednesday, Workshop Quiz on Wednesday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, Notes for Response to Literature Essay (Assignment: Write an essay that describes your personal connections with one of the short stories we've read)
HW: Freewrite (1/2 page or more) about your personal connections to 1 story, Born Worker Quiz Wednesday, WORK ON YOUR DEAR PROJECT & ESSAY
FRI 11/07/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Binder Reminder Raffle, Study Hall day, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Review & Correct Born Worker Comprehension Questions, Summarizing Skills with LA Youth Newspaper
HW: WORK ON DEAR PROJECT AND ESSAY (DUE IN 2 WEEKS), Also: Write a summary for the LA Youth Article on Page 9 (due Mon):
* Include the title and author
* Explain the main idea first
* Give several IMPORTANT details
* Do NOT include your opinions or first person
THURS 11/06/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Write final draft of Literature Review and illustrate
HW: Binder Reminder Raffle tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, correct grammar packet, read Born Worker on CD, Answer comprehension questions
HW: Finish Born Worker Comprehension Questions, Work on DEAR Project & Essay
WED 11/05/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, work on literature review paragraph
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Correct Story Preview for Born Worker, Grammar Handout, Plan out DEAR Project & Essay if time
HW: Finish Grammar Handout, DEAR, Work on DEAR Project & Essay
TUES 11/04/08:
ELECTION DAY!!!!!
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Grammar handout is due, Correct in class, Complete Story Preview for Born Worker, read the story
HW: read Born Worker, DEAR, optional Extra Credit is due tomorrow
MON 11/03/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, New DEAR Logs given, Stop the Sun Quiz, Grammar Handout
HW: Finish Grammar Handout, DEAR, Optional Extra Credit due Wednesday
FRI 10/31/08:
NO SCHOOL-Teacher Inservice
THURS 10/30/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers, rBooks, reading, Pictionary
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Watch BMW film "Beat the Devil" and fill out the Story Chart
HW: DEAR Reading Log, Begin working on your DEAR Project & DEAR Essay, Stop the Sun Quiz on Monday
DC/ NY Trip Christmas Fundraiser orders and money due MON 11/03!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
WED 10/30/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers & reading
HW: Binder Reminder Raffle tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Finish discussing DEAR Project Packet, Story chart: Stop the Sun
HW: Story Chart for Stop the Sun. DEAR, dress in costume tomorrow for a prize
TUES 10/29/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, reading & computers
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Comprehension Questions for Stop the Sun, Introduction to DEAR Projects
HW: DEAR, Finish reading the DEAR Project packet, write down any questions you have and bring it back with you tomorrow, Re-read Stop the Sun
MON 10/27/08:
Miss Berry is out sick :(
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Independent Reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, Read Stop the Sun and begin answering comprehension questions on Page 56
HW: Finish Comprehension Questions for Stop the Sun Page 56 (skip #4), DEAR
FRI 10/24/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Binder reminder Raffle, Spelling Quiz #5, Choice
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Raymond's Run Quiz, Correct Grammar Handout and Raymond's Run Handout
HW: DEAR, Story Preview for Stop the Sun - Make sure to answer the Connect to Your Life question as best you can (ex., describe what you know about the Vietnam War, discuss the experience someone you know had in that war or any war, etc.)
THURS 10/23/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading, computers, rBooks
HW: spelling quiz #5 tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, complete WAVE Mad Libs, Edit, Share
HW: Raymond's Run Quiz tomorrow, DEAR
WED 10/22/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, Homophones handout
HW: spelling quiz #5 on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Raymond's Run Handout, Grammar Handout, Mad Libs
HW: Mad Libs answers, DEAR, Raymond's Run quiz on Friday
TUES 10/21/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: HW check, Independent reading
HW: spelling quiz #5 on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, correct Comprehension questions page 41 and story chart for Raymond's Run
HW: Raymond's Run quiz on Friday, DEAR
MON 10/20/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Pre-Test #5, rBooks, computers
HW: Parent signature on Spelling Pre-Test, Spelling Quiz #5 on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, New DEAR Reading Logs passed out, Re-read "Raymond's Run," complete story chart for "Raymond's Run"
HW: Finish Story Chart for "Raymond's Run," DEAR
FRI 10/17/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Binder Reminder Raffle, Choose new monitors, rBooks, computers, reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Discuss Story Preview for "Raymond's Run," Share reflections, choose new class monitors
HW: (1) Read "Raymond's Run" on pages 33-40, (2) Answer the comprehension questions on page 41 (skip #2) using complete sentences and answer each bullet point separately, (3) DEAR Reading Log is due on Monday
THURS 10/16/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: reading and computers
HW: Binder Reminder Raffle tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Story Preview for "Raymond's Run," Write a Reflection of Spooky Story (describe 3 things that worked well in your group and 3 things that did not work so well and why)
HW: Finish Reflection, DEAR
WED 10/15/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers and reading
HW: none
L.A.8:
IN CLASS: "Checkouts" quiz, sign up for new monitors, read spooky stories
HW: DEAR
TUES 10/14/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: SRI, Independent Reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Write final draft of spooky story in groups
HW: Study for "Checkouts" Quiz
MON 10/13/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks and computers
HW: Tomorrow you will each take your next SRI test - get rest and eat a good breakfast in the morning
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct "The Tell-Tale Heart" mini story chart, small group spooky story
HW: write out your part for your group's spooky story
FRI 10/10/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: spelling quiz #1-4, Binder Reminder Raffle, choice (study for test, computers or reading)
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct/ discuss Comprehension questions Pg. 29, Read "The Tell-Tale Heart" (Page 625) and complete a "mini" Story Chart
HW: DEAR, Complete a "mini" Story Chart for "The Tell-Tale Heart" Page 625 (only complete the PLOT elements)
THURS 10/09/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers & Independent Reading
HW: study for spelling quiz tomorrow (study all 4 quizzes)
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, correct grammar handout, correct/ discuss Story Chart for "Checkouts," Begin Comprehension Questions on Page 29
HW: Comprehension Questions for "Checkouts" Page 29 (skip #5, but answer 1-8 AND all bullet points), return DC/NY Trip contact information paper from the meeting
WED 10/08/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Study spelling words with a partner, computers & rBooks
HW: spelling quiz Friday (#1-4)
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Collect optional Extra Credit, Read "Checkouts," Complete Story Chart for Checkouts, Begin Grammar Handout
HW: Finish Grammar Handout: Simple Predicates
TUES 10/07/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers & Independent Reading
HW: Spelling Quiz Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct/ Discuss Story Preview for "Checkouts," Optional Extra Credit
HW: Optional Extra Credit - Watch the 2nd Presidential debate tonight at 6:00pm. Describe 3 arguments, points, or goals that McCain makes and 3 that Obama makes. Must be typed, complete sentences, and detailed explanations (I will only accept this on Wednesday 10/08/08), DEAR
MON 10/06/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Pre Test #4, computers and rBooks
HW: Parent signature on Spelling Pre-Test #4
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Collect and pass out DEAR Reading logs, Introduce Story Preview, Begin Story Preview for "Checkouts" Pages 22-31
HW: Finish Story Preview for "Checkouts" Pages 22-31, DEAR
FRI 10/03/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Quiz #3, Binder Reminder Raffle, computers and independent reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Correct Grammar packet, Correct Story Chart Quiz
HW: DEAR Reading Log is due Monday
THURS 10/02/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: rBooks, computers and Reading
HW: Spelling Quiz tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Story Chart Quiz based on a new BMW film
HW: DEAR Reading Log is due Monday
WED 10/01/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Computers and Independent Reading
HW: Spelling Quiz Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Grammar Page 9 Simple Subjects, Simple Subjects handout and Context Clues handout
HW: Story Chart Quiz tomorrow, finish both grammar handouts by tomorrow, DEAR
TUES 09/30/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers, letter blends, context clues
HW: Spelling Quiz #3 on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Discuss/ Correct Story Chart for "Star," Review MBSID test
HW: DEAR
MON 09/29/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Pre Test #3, computers, independent reading
HW: Spelling Quiz #3 Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Turn in Summer Reading Project, Watch "Star" BMW film again and complete Story Chart
HW: DEAR
FRI 09/26/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Quiz #2, Binder Reminder Raffle, computers and Independent Reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Review Story Chart form "Chosen," watch "Star" and begin Story Chart
HW: SUMMER READING PROJECT IS DUE MONDAY (please e-mail me if you have any questions), DEAR
THURS 09/25/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: computers and independent reading
HW: spelling quiz on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Review Story chart (elements of fiction), watch BMW short film again, finish story chart and discuss
HW: Work on Summer Reading Project (due Monday 09/29), DEAR
WED 09/24/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Anchor Video for Workshop 6, Target words, computers
HW: Spelling test on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Copy down C & C essay checklist, Re-read page 18 in textbook (Plot elements), Story Chart, Watch "Chosen" BMW film, complete Story Chart for "Chosen"
HW: Work on Summer Reading Project, DEAR
TUES 09/23/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Pre-test, Independent Reading & Computers
HW: Spelling Test on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: "Hooks" Handout, 5 paragraph essay outline handout, requirements for the Summer Reading Project compare & contrast essay, work on project in class
HW: Work on Summer Reading Project, DEAR
MON 09/22/08:
Reading Intervention: computers & independent reading
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Check for DEAR book, Introduce DEAR Reading Logs, Discuss DC/NY Trip
HW: Bring items/ books/ etc. to work on the Summer Reading Project tomorrow in class (THIS WILL BE THE ONLY DAY I WILL GIVE YOU CLASS TIME FOR THE PROJECT - COME PREPARED), DEAR
FRI 09/19/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Spelling Test, BR Raffle, computers, reading, study
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: MBSID Test
HW: Bring in your DEAR Book on Monday, Work on your Summer Reading Project
THURS 09/18/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Independent Reading, Computers
HW: Spelling Test tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Watch PMR video, freewrite, correct grammar
HW: MBSID Test tomorrow
WED 09/17/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Independent Reading books & Descriptive Writing Packet
HW: Spelling Quiz on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Collect Grammar Page 7 & Grammar Handout, Watch PMR Video, Take Cornell Notes
HW: Study for MBSID Test, Work on Summer Reading Project, Find a DEAR book
TUES 09/16/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Independent Reading Book lists, packet: descriptive writing
HW: Spelling Quiz on Friday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Collect Cornell Notes for Fiction, MBSID Study Guide, Class Norms, Grammar: Complete Subjects & Predicates Pg. 7 and Handout
HW: Finish Grammar Handout, study for MBSID test, work on Summer Reading Project, find a DEAR book
MON 09/15/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Browse independent reading books, speed reading drills
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Collect Video Permission Slips, Grammar Diagnostic Test, Cornell Notes for Fiction (Pages 17-21)
HW: Finish Cornell Notes for Fiction Pages 17-21, study for MBSID test, work on Summer Reading Project, find a DEAR book
FRI 09/12/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Binder Reminder Raffle, finish SRI, Compound Words
HW: none
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Video Permission Slips, Limerick Presentations, Create Class Norms
HW: Return signed Video Permission Slip, Study for MBSID Test, Work on Summer Reading Project, Find a DEAR book
THURS 09/11/09:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: SRI test, Vowels, Words Per Minute Quiz, Spelling Words
HW: Binder Reminder Raffle tomorrow
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Per 2 HW check, Write and edit Edit Limericks
HW: Type only ONE Limerick, add a creative title, and relevant images to it, you will read it in class Friday (or recite by memory for 5 E.C. points), plan Summer Reading Project, Study for MBSID Test, find a DEAR book
WED 09/10/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: SRI tests, rBooks pages 6-7, short vowels worksheet
HW: Fill in Binder Reminder
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Finish discussing Summer Reading Project, Taboo Word List, DEAR Book Requirements, Limericks
HW: Period 2 ONLY: Type 2 Limericks, bring in artifact for WAVE, all classes study for MBSID test, plan summer reading project
TUES 09/09/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Pass out rBooks, get username and password, Take SRI test on computers, Finish rSkills test and grade
HW: Use Binder Reminder
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Correct Textbook Treasure Hunt, Discuss Summer Reading Project
HW: Plan out Summer Reading Project, Study for MBSID test, look for a DEAR book, PERIOD 2: bring in artifact on Thursday
MON 09/08/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: HW check, share quilt pieces, take rSkills test
HW: Use Binder Reminder
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW check, collect Reader's Questionnaire, Share Name Tag, Textbook Treasure Hunt packet
HW: Finish Textbook Treasure Hunt packet, PERIOD 2: bring 1 spiral notebook and 1 personal journal, review MBSID
FRI 09/05/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Work on Quilt Piece
HW: Finish Quilt Piece (front and back) entirely by Monday
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: HW Check, Distribute LA textbooks, work on Name Tag Assignment
HW: Complete the Reader's Questionnaire (include your heading), complete the Name Tag Assignment if you did not do so in class, study for MBSID test (09/19)
THURS 09/04/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Collect signatures, Goals, Who Am I? game, Quilt Assignment, Monitor Sign-ups
HW: Bring all items for the quilt assignment
L.A. 8:
IN CLASS: Collect signatures, Monitor Sign-ups, Multiple Intelligences, Memory Name Game, Name Tag Assignment
HW: Bring in all items for your Name Tag, review MBSID
WED 09/03/08:
Reading Intervention:
IN CLASS: Syllabus, Introductions, Autograph game
HW: Return syllabus with parent signature
Language Arts 8:
IN CLASS: Seats, Introductions, Class syllabus and policies, DC/NY Trip info, "About Me" cards
HW: Return syllabus and plagiarism policy with parent signature
TUES 09/02/08:
District Inservice - NO SCHOOL
MON 09/01/08:
LABOR DAY HOLIDAY - NO SCHOOL
