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Mrs. Elizabeth Bitow
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WILSON (WOODROW) MIDDLE
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Friday, November 20, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Day 2, Exs. 24, 28, 30, 34, 36, 48, 52, 54, 56, 58, pp. 216-218.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 24, 26, 28, 36, 38, 40, pp. 199-200.
2. Make a 4-square of chapter 3.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Read Sec. 3.3, pp. 108-114.
2. answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms and give examples.
4. Make a drawing of a landscape before making the 3-D model, p. 87.

See you on Monday and have a great weekend.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Answer the 3 questions for "The Shoes" story.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Day 1, Exs, 1-2, 6, 12, 14, 16, 18, 40, 42, pp. 216-218.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-15, p. 196.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2.3, pp. 94-103, as needed.
2. Answer Sec. 3.2 Assessment questions, p. 103.
3. Study for Sec. 3.2 quiz tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Finish writing your classified ad.

Pe. 3 -- Math 7
1. Mixed Review, Exs. 1-11, p. 211.
2. Extra Practice, Exs. 17-24, p. 750.
3. Sec. 4.1-4.3 quiz tomorrow.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Review for Ch. 3 test tomorrow
2. Extra Practice, Exs. 35-55, p. 694.
3. Take the on-line Ch. 3 test.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 3.2, pp. 94-103 as needed and write a summary.
2. answer the key questions, p. 94.
3. Study the key words using flashcards.
4. Sec. 3.2 quiz on Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-3- minutes.
2. Write a short job description of Hurricane Hunter.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 10, 12, 16, 22, 30, 34, 36, 42, 46, pp. 208-210.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 75-79, p. 186.
2. Chapter Test, Exs. 1-20, p. 187.
3. Chapter 3 test will be Thursday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 3.2, pp. 94-103.
2. Define the key words and give examples.
3. Make flashcards with the key words.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, November 16, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Bring dry food for the needy, if you can.  Tomorrow is the last day.  Thanks!

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. 1-2, 6, 8, 12, 16, 18, 22, 24, 30, 32, pp. 203-204.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. 1-2, 8, 10, 14, 20, 22, 24, 32, 38, 40, 42, 60, pp. 175-178.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Read Sec. 3.2, pp. 94-103.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Study for Sec. 3.1 quiz tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, November 13, 2009

Per. 2
1. Read AR book for 20-20 minutes.

Per. 3 - Math 7
1. Practice A worksheet for sec. 4.1
2. Complete PWB for Sec. 4.1
3. Make a 4-square for Ch. 3

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 2, Exs. 26, 28, 30, 34, 38, 46, 48, 50, 52, pp. 170-172.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 3.1, pp. 88-91 as needed
2. Study for sec. 3.1 quiz on Monday.
3. Observe your crystals and record observations.

Have a great weekend, and I'll see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, November 11, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Please bring some dry foods to donate for those who are less fortunate than we are.  Example, sugar, pasta, rice, etc.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 6, 8, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 32, 36, 38, 40, pp. 198-200.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 6, 8, 12, 14, 20, 24, 36, 40,
pp. 170-172.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 3.1, pp. 88-91 and write a summary of sec. 3.1 using Cornell notes.
2. Answer Sec. 3.1 Assessment questions, p. 91.
3. Study the key terms using your flashcards and know the answers to the key questions; quiz on Monday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow
Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Solve the prerequisite problems for chapter 4, p. 194.
2. Table of contents for chapter 3 are due no later than Thursday 11/12.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Define the key terms in sec. 3.7, p. 167 paying attention to the examples.
2. Copy the "key concept" in your notebook.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread sec. 3.1, pp. 88-91.
2. Answer the key questions, p. 88.
3. Study the key terms using your flashcards.
4. Table of contents for chapter 2 are due no later than Thursday, 11/12/09.

Have a great day tomorrow and I'll see you on Thursday.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, November 9, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Reread the "Hunting Hurricanes" story and answer the 3 questions.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Review for Ch. 3 test tomorrow.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 2, Exs. 24, 26, 28, 46, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, pp. 162-165.
2. Review for Sec. 3.1-3.5 quiz tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Read Sec. 3.1, pp. 88-91.
2. Answer the "Reading checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.

Dear Parents and Students,
We are totally out of tissue paper.  Please donate a box if you can.  Thank you.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, November 6, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Solve he Mixed Review prolems, p. 179
2. Review for chapter 3 test on Tuesday, using the chapter review problems.
3. Take the on-line chapter 3 test before Tuesday.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 8, 10, 12, 14, 34, 36, 38, 40, pp. 162-165.
2. Review for sec. 3.1-3.5 quiz on Tuesday using Extra Practice excercises for these sections.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Study for chapter 2 test on Monday..
2. Do the chapter review pages.
3. Take the online chapter test 2 test and print a copy.
4. Work on your table of contents.

Have a great weekend and I'll see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow
Thursday, November 5, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Reread "Volcanoes" story.  Test is tomorrow.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Day 2, Exs. 12, 14, 18, 20, 22, 24, pp. pp. 175-177.
2. Extra Practice, Exs. 38-43, p. 749.
3. Chapter 3 test will be on Tuesday.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-2, 4, 14, 16, 18, 20, 26, 28, 30, 32, 36, 38, 42, 46, 48, pp. 156-158.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2.4, pp. 74-77 as needed.
2. Complete any incomplete assignments from this section.
3. Study for quiz tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Complete the Context Clues paper.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 4, 6, 8, 10, pp. 175-177.
2. Extra Practice, Exs. 31-37, p. 749.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-2, 4, 12, 14, 16, 18, 26, 32, 40, 46, 52, 54, 56, 58, pp. 150-152.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2, pp. 74-77 as needed.
2. Answer the Sec. 2.4 Assessment questions, p. 77.
3. Study the key terms, and key questions for quiz on Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Complete your cluster graph with the word VOLCANO you started in class.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 4, 6, 10, 14, 16, 18, 22, 24, 26, pp. 170-171.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 2, Exs. 22, 24, 40, 42, 44, 56, 58, pp. 145-147.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread sec. 2.4, pp. 74-77 and write a summary using Cornell notes.
2. Answer the key questions in your own words, p. 74.
3. Study the key words using flashcards.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, November 2, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Some of you still owe me the written assignment.  Bring it for partial credit.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Day 2, Exs. 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 30, 32, 34, 36, pp. 163-165.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 18, 20, pp. 145-147.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Read Sec. 2.4, pp. 74-77.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions as you read.
3. Define the key terms, p. 74,  giving examples.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, October 30, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. If you have not turned in your written assignment, please as soon as possible.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Extra Practice, Exs. 19-30, p. 749.
2. Practice for Sec. 3.1-3.5 quiz on Monday.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 2, Exs. 16, 18, 20, 22, 26, 28, 30, 32, 56, 58, 60, pp. 138-140.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Do the writing test at home.  Write the summary in your own words, and you are allowed to use the textbook.

Have a great weekend and Happy Halloween!

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, October 29, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Bring your Halloweedn stories/poems all typed or written neatly to class tomorrow.
3. Thank you for bringing pumpkins for carving and contest.  It was fun!

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, p. 163.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 4. 6. 8, 10, 12, 14, 66, 68, pp. 138-140.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2.3, pp. 66-72, as needed.
2. Complete all incomplete work for Sec. 2.3.
3. Study for Sec. 2.3 quiz tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Bring your Halloween stories/poems all typed neatly to share.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 4, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 26, 30, 32, 50, 52, 54, 60, 62, pp. 157-159.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-2, 4, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 26, 30, 32, 50, 52, 54, 60, 62, pp. 131-133.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2.3, pp. 66-72 as needed.
2. Answer Sec. 2.3 Assessment questions, p. 72.
3. Learn the key words and their definitions using your flashcards.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Bring your Halloween poems and stories tomorrow.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 6,8,16,20,24,26,32,34,38,44,46, pp. 152-153.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Make a 4-square of four skills you know well from chapter 2.
2. Organize ch. 2 table of conents, due tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2.3, pp. 66-72 and write a summary using Cornell notes.
2. Answer the key questions, p. 66.
3. Learn the key words using your flashcards.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Monday, October 26, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Answer the three questions from the "Titanic" story.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 10,12,14,16,22,24,26,30,32,36,38,40,48,50,52, 54, pp.146-149.
2. Sec. 3.1-3.5 quiz will be next Monday, I suggest you begin to review for it.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Extra Practice, Exs. 42-58, p. 693.
2. Review for chapter 2 tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Read Sec. 2.3, pp. 66-72.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key words and give examples.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, October 23, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Finish writing your Halloween poem or story.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 6, 12, 14, 20, 22, 24, 26, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, pp. 139-141.
2. Bring your table of contents for chapter 2 on Monday.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Ch. Test, p. 121, do even numbers only.
2. Review for ch. 2 test on Tuesday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2.2, pp. 56-63 as needed.
2. Sec. 2.2 resource page.
3. Study for sec. 2.2 quiz on Monday.
4. Do the At-Home Activity, p. 55 and bring it on Monday.

Have a great weekend, and I'll see you Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, October 22, 2009

REMINDER:  Tomorrow is "Dress in Red" Day.  Wear something red to school!

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-20 minutes.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 6, 8, 10, 14, 18, 20, 22, 24, 28, 30, 34, 40, 42, pp. 135-136.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Chapter review, Exs. 42-66 (even ones)
2. Review for Ch. 2 test on Tuesday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2.2 as needed.
2. Answer Sec. 2.2 Assessment questions, p.63.
3. Per. 4 Finish curving your soap and begin your experiment/observation.
   Per. 6, do resource pages.
4. Study key words using flashcards.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow
Wednesday, October 21, 2009

REMINDER: Tomorrow is "Sock It To Drugs" Day, and you may wear crazy mismatched socks to school if you wish.

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.  Try to meet your 12 week goal!

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Make a 4-square of four skills you know very well in chapter 2.  Explain and give examples.  If you do not have access to a computer, you could do it by hand.
2. Organize you table of content.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Ch. 2 review, Exs. 27-40, pp. 118-119.
2. Review for chapter 2 test on Tuesday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2.2, pp. 56-63 and take Cornell notes on it, if you haven't already.
2. Answer the key questions in complete sentences.
3. Study the key words.  Sec. 2.2 quiz will be on Monday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

REMINDER:  Wear the biggest or weirdest sunglasses to school tomorrow for "Shade Out Drugs" Day at Wilson.

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success

1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Answer the 4 questions from today's poem.

Per. 3
1. Do the ch. 2 test, p. 125 for practice.
2. Review for ch.2 test tomorrow.

Per. 5
1. Day 2, Exs. 24-31, 72-80, 89-91, pp. 110-113.
2. Review for ch. 2 test on Thursday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2.2, pp. 56-63 and do Cornell notes in your notebooks.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions as you read.
3. Define the key terms and give examples.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow
Monday, October 19, 2009

REMINDER!  Tomorrow is wear sweat cloths wot school day to show that "Living Drug Free is No Sweat!"

Per. 2
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. Finish writing your paragraph about what you would rather do instead of take drug.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Chapter Review, Exs. 1-25, pp. 121-123.
2. Practice for chapter 2 test on Wednesday.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 1, Sec. 2.7, Exs. 1-14, 23, 40, pp. 110-113.
2. Practice for chapter 2 test on Thursday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Study for Sec. 2.1 quiz tomorrow.
2. Bring your table of contents for chapter 1 if you haven't already.
3. Bring a bar or soap to class.  You can bring more to donate if you wish.  Thanks!

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes. Bring your book to class every day.
2. Answer the 4 questions on p. 35 of Bidges to Lit. Book.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 5-8, 17-22, 27, 29, 33-35, 38-42, 46-52, pp. 115-117.
2. Review for Ch. 2 test on Tuesday using Chapter Review, pp. 121-124.
3. Take the on-line end of ch. 2 test as well.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-8, 15, 17-19, 23-25, 32, 40-45, 56-58, pp. 104-106.
2. Begin to review for ch. 2 test next Wed. or Thursday using Chapter Review, pp. 117-120.  Have as you solving the problems.  MATH IS FUN!!

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science
1. Answer the questions of Sec. 2.1 Assessment, p. 55.
2. Reread Sec. 2.1, pp. 48-55 and make Cornell notes.
3. Study for Sec. 2.1 quiz on Tuesday.
4. Bring a bar of soap and if possible one liter clear plastic bottles and sand for our experiment.  Thanks!

Have a great weekend, I'll see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 20-30 minutes.  Bring your book to class every day.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Sec. 2.6, Day 2, Exs. 44-47, 50-53, 57-61,
pp. 109-111.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Sec. 2.5, Day 2, Exs. 12-18, 34-38.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Ch. 2, Sec. 1, pp. 48-55.
2. Answer the key questions, p. 48, in complete sentences.
3. Bring a bar of soap to class.
4. Table of Contents for Chapter 1 due tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.  Bring your book to class every day.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Sec. 2.6, Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 9-14, 19, 21, 24-27, 34-37, pp. 108-111.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Sec. 2.5, Day 1, Exs. 1-11, 22, 24, 48-50, pp. 97-99.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Review for Ch. 1 test tomorrow.
2. Reread Sec. 2.1, pp. 48-55.
3. Define the key terms, p. 48, giving examples.
REMINDER:  Thursday, October 15th is domino's Pizza Fund Raiser for Wilson Middle School.  Domino's Pizza will donate 20% of all pizza sales to students, parents and frineds of the Wilson Middle School Science Dept. for this day.  Please show your support! Thank you.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, October 12, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes. Bring your book to class every day.
2. Complete the 5 metaphor sentences.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Extra Practice, Exs. 25-42, p. 748.
2. Practice Sec. 2.1-2.5 for quiz tomorrow.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Extra Practice, Exs. 12-27, p. 693.
2. Practice Sec. 2.1-2.4 for quiz tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Review for Ch. 1 test, pp. 39-41 on Wednesday.
2. Read Sec. 2.1 pp. 48-55.
3. Answer the "Reading checkpoint" questions as you read.
4. Bring a bar of soap to class for a science experiment.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, October 9, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.  Bring your book to class on Monday.
2. If you finished reading a book, fill out the book report following the instructions in the back.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Sec. 2.5, Day 2, Exs. 34-37, 42-45, 53-60, pp. 102-104.
2. Complete Practice WB, pp. 27-28 if you haven't in class today.
3. Review Sec 1.1-1.5 for quiz on Tuesday.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Sec. 2.4, Day 2, Exs. 11-16, 31-36, pp. 90-91.
2. Complete Practice WB, pp. 23-24 if you haven't in class today.
3. Review Sec. 1.1-1.4 for quiz on Tuesday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. reread Sec. 1.5, pp. 33-37 as needed and finish Cornell notes if you haven't already.
2. Safety poster due on Monday.
3. Study Sec. 1.5 for quiz on Monday.
4. Do the chapter review pp. 39-41 before Wednesday. You do not need to copy all the questions, only the fill ins.
5. Chapter 1 test is on Wednesday.

Have a great weekend.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.
2. If you finished reading your book, fill out the book report I gave you yesterday to the best of your ability.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Sec. 2.5, Day 1, Exs. 1-3, 10-13, 16, 19-22, 25-27, 29, pp. 101-104.
2. Review for sec. 2.1-2.5 quiz on Tuesday.

Per 5 -- Math 6
1. Sex. 2.4, Day 1, Exs. 1-3, 4-10, 19, 42-44, pp. 90-92.
2. Review for Sec. 2.1-2.4 quiz on Tuesday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 1.5, pp. 33-37 as needed and complete your Cornell notes if you haven't already.
2. Complete Reading and Notetaking guide pages for Sec. 1.5. Please bring the Reading and Notetaking guide to class tomorrow.
3. Study for sec. 1.5 quiz on Monday.
4. Safety symbol poster is due no later than Monday.  Follow the instruction on "Writing in Science" p.37.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.
2. Answer the 4 questions on p. 27, if you have not already.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Day 2, Sec. 2.4, Exs. 14, 16, 21, 24, 25, 27, 32-38, pp. 93-95.
2. Complete Practice WB pages 23-24 from classwork.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 2, Sec. 2.3, Exs. 19-22, 25-29, 41-45, pp. 83-84.
2. Complete Practice WB pages 21-22 from classwork.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 5, pp. 33-37 as needed.
2. Complete your Cornell notes for sec. 5 you started in class.
3. Make a poster with one of the safety symbol, follow the instructions "Writing in Science" , p. 37, due Monday.
4. Study for quiz 5 on Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.
2. Answer the 4 questions on p. 27.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Day 1, Sec. 2.4, Exs. 1-2, 6, 8, 10, 20,22,26, pp. 93-94.
2. Complete classwork, Practice Workbook, pp. 21-22.

Per 5 -- Math 6
1. Day 1, Sec. 2.3, 1-11, 13-18, 53-55, pp. 83-85.
2. Complete classwork, Practice Workbook, pp. 19-20.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread, Sec. 1.5, pp. 33-37 as needed and take Cornell notes to check your understanding.
2. Answer the key questions, p. 33.
3. Study the Safety Symbols and their descriptions.
4. Bring your Reading and Notetaking Guide to class tomorrow.  

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow
Monday, October 5, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit 4 success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 6, 8, 10, 16, 22, 24, 28, 30, 34-39, pp. 87-89.
2. Complete classwork, Practice WB, pp. 19-20.
3. Get parent signatures on quiz papers given today.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 14, 16, 22, 24, 37-43, pp. 77-79.
2. Complete classwork, Practice WB, pp. 17-18.
3. Get parent signature on quiz papers given today.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread, Sec. 5, pp. 33-37.
2. Make flashcards with the safety symbols and their descriptions.
3. Get parent signature on quiz papers given today.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Friday, October 2, 2009

Dear Parents,

I want to thank you for taking the time to attend our Back-to-School Night at Wilson last night.  It was so nice to have met many of you.  Those who were unable to attend, I sent you a copy of the agenda with your children.  If you have any questions, please call or e-mail me at ebitow@gusd.net.

Sincerely,
Mrs. Bitow

Tonight's homework:
Per. 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.
2. Bring your fable on Monday if you haven't turned it in today.

Per. 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 20, 24, 26, 32, 36, 43-45, pp. 82-84.

Per. 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-12, 20, 53-55, pp. 77-80.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Read Sec. 5, pp. 33-37.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.

Have a great weekend and I'll see you on Monday!

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Tonight is Back-to-School Night, and I look forward to see/meet all parents.  

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.
2. Complete your Fables and bring them to class.
3. We will go to the Book Fair tomorrow morning; bring money.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 6,8,10,12,14,16,20,24,26,32,42-47,
pp.77-79.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-2,14,16,18,20,28,30,36,38,40,50-52, pp.71-73.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 4, pp. 28-31, as needed.
2. Complete any incomplete assignments from Sec. 4.
3. Study for quiz 4 tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

REMINDERS:
1. Tomorrow and Friday are minimum days and dismissal is at 12:30 p.m.
2. Back-to-School Night is tomorrow and all parents are invited.

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.
2. Continue writing your fables, due Friday.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Make a 4-Square of four sections in Chapter 1 you feel you understand well, and be able to explain to someone new if you have to, give examples.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Make a 4-Square of Ch. 1 similarly as period 3.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science
1. Reread Sec. 4, pp. 28-31 as needed.
2. Answer Sec. 4, Assessment questions, p. 31.
3. Study the key words using your flashcards.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.
2. Create a fable that has the same moral as "The Turtle and the Swans." This is due Friday.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Take the online test for Ch. 1 at Classzone.com or the Chapter Test in your textbook.
2. Review for Ch. 1 test tomorrow.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Take the online test for Ch. 1 at Classzone.com or the Chapter Test in your textbook.
2. Review for Ch. 1 test tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 4, pp. 28-31 as needed.
3. Answer the key questions in complete sentences,
p. 31.

See you tomorrow.

Monday, September 28, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read AR book for 15-20 minutes.
2. Read the "Turtle and the Swans" Bridges to Literature book.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-35, pp. 62-64.
2. Review for Ch. 1 test on Wednesday.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-34, pp. 56-58.
2. Review for Ch. 1 est on Wednesday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 4, pp. 28-31 as needed.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms and give examples from text.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Friday, September 25, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 15-20 minutes.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 16-28, pp. 56-58.
2. Review for quiz #2 on Monday.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 12-19, 25-27, pp. 50-52.
2. Review for quiz #2 on Monday.

Peiods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Read Sec. 4, pp. 28-31.
2. Complete andy incomplete work for Sec. 3.

Have a great weekend, and I'll see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, September 24, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 15-20 minutes.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-4, 6-11, 31-33, pp. 55-58.
2. Review Sec. 1.4-1.6 for quiz 2 on Monday.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-11, pp. 49-50.
2. Review Sec. 1.5-1.8 for quiz 2 on Monday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 3,pp. 21-27 as needed.
2. Study for Quiz 3 tomorrow.
3. Complete classwork, Reading and Notetaking Guide pages for Sec. 3.
4. Complete and bring to class any incomplete projects for credit.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read your AR book for 20-30 minutes.
2. If you still have the PTSA fundraising orders, please bring to class tomorrow.  Even if you order one item, you will be contributing toward helping our school.  Thank you for your support.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-8, 12, 14, 18, 24, 28, 30, 34, 36, 38, 42-44, pp. 50-51.
2. Study for quiz 2, Sec. 1-4-1.6, on Monday.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 22-24, 30-32, 35-39, 45-47, 52-58, pp. 43-45.
2. Study for quiz 2, Sec. 1.5-1.8, on Monday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec 3, pp. 21-27.
2. Answer Sec. 3 Assessment questions, p. 27, in complete sentences.
3. Complete all projects and bring to class for credit.
4. Study for quiz 3 on Friday. Using flashcards with the key words could be helpful.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow


Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Peiod 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read for 20-30 minutes.
2. Read your AR book and record the title, AR level, and the number of pages you read.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 6-8, 14, 16, 18, 26, 30, 34, 36, 42, 48, 52-54, pp. 43-45.
2. Practice for quiz 2, sections 1.4-1.6, on Friday.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-2, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 42-44, 65-67, pp. 42-45.
2. Practice for quiz 2, sections 1.5-1.8, on Monday.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 3, pp. 21-27.
2. Answer the key questions, p. 21, in complete sentences.
3. Complete scientific process project and bring to class tomorrow.
4. Bring your Reading and Notetaking Guide to school tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, September 21, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read for 20-30 minutes.
2. Reread "The Fish Story" and find words with suffixes, prefixes, and compound words.
3. The PTSA gift wrap orders and money is due tomorrow, 9/22.  Show your support by at least buying one item.  Thank you!

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 7-10, 16, 19-20, 26-28, 36, 40, 46, 50, 54-56, pp. 38-40.
2. Good news! Do not bring your math textbook to class tomorrow.  We now have a class set.  Thank you for yor cooperation. YEY!

Periods 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 20, 22, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 48-50, pp. 37-39.
2. Bring your Practice Workbook to class tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 3, pp. 21-27.
2. Answer the "Reading checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms and give examples.
4. Period 4 bring your completed "Scientific Process" project for credit.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, September 18, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read for 20-30 minutes

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 53-54, 59-65, 71-73, pp. 33-35.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Sec. 1.5 Practice Workbook, pp. 9-10.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Work on your scientific inquiry project due Monday for Period 6 and Wednesday Period 4.  There are so many things you could observe, hypthesize, and test!  Have fun doing it.

Have a great weekend and I'll see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, September 17, 2009

REMINDER:  Tomorrow it Spirit Day so wear blue and gold to school. Also, tomorrow is Banking Day, so dismissal is at 1:45 p.m.

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read for 20-30 minutes.
2. Answer the "Think It Through" questions for "The Fish Story," p. 17.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 10-16, 24, 28-30, 37-40, 48-50, pp. 33-34.
2. Do not bring your math textbook to school tomorrow. Leave it at home not in your locker because you'll need it to do your homework.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 14-22, 24-25, 37-42, pp. 31-33.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread Sec. 2, pp. 13-19 as needed.
2. Complete unfinished classwork and homework for Section 2.
3. Study for Sec. 2 quiz tomorrow using flashcards for key words/definitions and your notes.

See you tomorrow.
Period 5 --
Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit 4 Success
1. Read for 20-30 minutes.
2. Define the Vocabulary Preview for "The Fish Story", p. 13.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 20-23, 25-28, 32-28, 41-43, pp. 27-28.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-5, 8-11, 26-31, 47-49, pp. 31-39.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science
1. Reread Sec. 2, pp. 13-19 as needed.
2. Answer Sec. 2 Assessment questions, p. 19.
3. The "Writing in Science" assignment for Sec. 2 is due next Wednesday, 9/23/09.

See you tomorrow and remember this Friday is Spirit Day, so wear blue and gold.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit 4 Success
1. Read for 20-30 minutes and have your parent initial in the appropriate box.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 5-15, 17-18, pp. 26-27.
2. Visit classzone.com for extra help.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Extra Practice, Exs. 1-16, p. 692.
2. Practice for quiz 1 tomorrow, you may use the Practice Workbook, pp. 1-8 you did in class if you wish.
3. Visit classzone.com for extra help.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Reread, Sec.2, pp. 13-19 as needed.
2. answer key questions in detail, p. 12.
3. Complete the resource page given in class this afternoon.
4. Bring the Reading and Notetaking Guide to class tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, September 14, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit 4 Success
1. Read for 20-30 minutes.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exsw. 1-28 of Practice Book pp. 5-6.
2. Practice for quiz #1 on Secs. 1.1-1.3 tomorrow.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 16-22, 27-30, 35-43, pp. 23-24.
2. Practice for quiz #1 on Secs. 1.1-1.3 tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread, Sec. 2, pp. 13-19.
2. Define the key terms giving examples, p. 13.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow
Friday, September 11, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success
1. Read for 20-20 minutes.

Period 3 -- Math 7
1. Exs. 1-2, 5-8, 12, 23-24, 29, 32, 34, 38, 42, 44, 52, 56, 58, 61-63, pp. 20-23.
2. Study for quiz #1 on Tuesday, Sections 1.1-1.3.

Period 5 -- Math 6
1. Exs. 1-2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 23, 24, 44-46, pp. 23-25.
2. Practice for quiz #1 on Tuesday, Sections 1.1-1.3.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6
1. Read Section 2, pp. 13-19.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questins.

Have a great weekend and I'll see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, September 10, 2009

REMINDER:  
1. Tomorrow in honor of Patriot Day wear white, red, and blue.
2. It is Banking Day tomorrow, so dismissal is at
1:45 p.m.

Period 2 -- Lit. 4 Success

1. Read 20-30 minutes and record minutes.
2. Find the synonyms of the 10 words given to you in class.

Period 3 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 1-2, 6-8, 13-15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 30, 32, 36, 38, 40, 44, 46 51-53, pp. 14-16.

Period 5 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-2, 4, 8, 10, 12, 16, 18, 24, 28, 30, 36, 40, 44, 52, 61-63, pp. 18-20.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science 6

1. Reread pp. 6-12 as needed.
2. Complete classwork, Reading and Notetaking Guide, pp. 11-14.
3. Study for quiz 1 tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

REMINDER:  Tomorrow is picture day!

Period 2 -- Lit 4 Success

1. Read for 20-30 minutes and record in white log and have parent initial in box.

Period 3 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 44, 48-53, 58-60, 63, 67-70, 75-77, pp. 8-10.

Periods 4 and 6 -- Science

1. Reread pp. 6-12.
2. Answer Section 1 Assessment questions, p. 12 in complete sentences.
3. Study for quiz 1 on Friday.
4. Bring your Reading and Notetaking guide to class tomorrow.

Period 5

1. Exs. 1-24, Practice Book, pp. 1-2.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Period 2 -- Lit 4 Success

1. Answer the connect to life questions, p. 4
2. Read "Midas and the Golden Touch," pp. 4-7

Period 3 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 1-7, 12-17, 24-32, 42, pp. 8-10

Period 4 and 6 -- Science

1. Reread section 1, pp. 6-12
2. Answer the key questions in complete sentences.
3. Study for quiz 1 on Friday.

Period 5 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-2, 8-12, 15, 17-18, 24-27, 31-36, 40, 54-56, pp. 12-14.

Do your best, don't worry, and I'll see you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, September 4, 2009

Period 2

Write a two paragraph biography.

Period 3

1. Complete the scavenger hunt of your textbook on p. SG26.
2. Define the key vocabulary and give example/s, p. 5.

Period 5

Do the following exercises, 1-2, 5-8, 14-16, 20, 25-28, 31-38, pp. 7-8.  Follow the examples.

Have a great 3-day weekend, and I will see you on Tuesday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Dear Parents and Students,

I want to take this opportunity to welcome you to Wilson Middle School.  Our first day of school went smoothly.  I look forward to having a productive, resourceful, and fun year.  Parents please feel free to introduce yourselves if you see me on campus.  In addition, I look forward to meeting you all at the Back-to-School night.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Bitow

Today's homework is as follows:

Periods 2 through 6

1. Read my letter together with your parents.  Sign the tear off paper and bring to school tomorrow.
2. Begin to read the school policies and procedures in the Binder Reminder.  Do not try to read all of it in one night.  Pick a topic from the table of content and highlight the most important points.  The Binder Reminder is an important tool and you will find many useful tips as the year progresses.
3. Periods 4 and 6 only, please read pp. xxi to xxxi as assigned by set number and write a summary to share with you group tomorrow.  

I will see you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow
























Monday, May 11, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Test Practice #1; please do not write/mark on the test booklet, use a separate sheet of paper and show your work.
2. Make sure you get plenty of rest tonight; try to go to bed earlier than usual as Mr. Canfield said.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Sec. 6.5, Day 2, Exs. 22-27, 35-37, pp. 328-329.
2. Extra Practice, Exs. 33-38, p. 697.
3. Practice for CST using your California Standards Review and Practice workbook, starting on p. 110.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread ch. 9, Sec. 3, pp. 362-371.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.
4. Please bring your compare and contrast essay tomorrow.  Thank you for those who turned it in today.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, May 8, 2009

Per. 2 -- Math 7

1. Cummulative Practice, pp. 502-503.
2. Practice for CST using your CSRP workbook.
3. Review for end of Ch. 9 test on Monday.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 6.5 Day 1, Exs. 1-5, 7-8, 11-12, 14, 16-17, 19-21, pp. 327-329.
2. Practice for CST using your CSRP workbook.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science
1. Read Sec. 9.3, pp. 362-371.
2. Type the final draft of your compare and contrast essay about Il Nina and El Nino.

I wish HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to all the mothers!

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Ch. 9 summary and Review, pp. 496-497.
2. Quiz on Sections 9.6-9.9 tomorrow.
3. Review for end of ch. 9 test on Monday.
4. Practice for CST using your CSRP workbook.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 6.4, Day 2 Exs. 16-18, 21, 26-29, 36-45, pp. 321-323.
2. Quiz on 6.1-6.3 tomorrow.
3. Practice for CST using your CSRP workbook.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 9.2 pp. 356-361.
2. Study for 9.2 quiz tomorrow.
3. Write your first draft of compare and contrast of La Nina and El Nino.  Remember you have had plenty of class time to most of these during the week.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Ch. 9 Summary and Review, pp. 494-495.
2. Practice for CST using your CA Standard Review & Practice workbook.
3. Review for end of ch. 9 test on Monday.
4. Those of you who will be on a field trip tomorrow, please check my website for homework.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 6.4, Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 4-12, 22, 24, 31, pp. 321-323.
2. Do the Mixed Review, p. 318.
3. Practice for CST using your Ca Standard Reivew & Practice workbook.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread 9.2, pp. 356-361.
2. answer the 9.2 Assessment question, p. 361.
3. Study key words and key questions for quiz on Friday.
4. compare and contrast La Nina and El Nino on a Venn diagram.  Your typed essay is due on Monday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.9, Day 2, Exs. 10-17, 21-23, 26, 29-30, pp. 491-493.
2. Practice for CST using the Standards Review and Practice workbook.
3. Review for end of ch. 9 test on Monday, 5/11.
4. Bring your receipts from Howdy Night for the year book.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 6.3, Day 2, Exs. 37-40, 45, 51-54, 58, 61-62,
67-68, 75, 80-81, pp. 314-317.
2. Practice for CST using the Standards Review and Practice workbook.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. reread Sec. 9.2, pp. 356-361.
2. Answer the 9.2 key questions, p. 356.
3. Study the 9.2 key words.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, May 4, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.9, Day 1, Exs. 18-20, 24-25, pp. 491-493.
2. Practice for CST using your CSRP workbook.
3. Study for chapter 9 test on Thursday.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 6.3, Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 5-8, 15-18, 23, 26-29, pp. 314-317.
2. Practice for CST using your CSRP and STAR released questions.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 9.2, pp. 356-361.
2. Define the sec. 9.2 key terms giving examples.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, May 1, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.8, Day 2, Exs. 30, 37-38, 42-45, 47-49, 64-67, 70-72, pp. 486-488.
2. Practice for CST using CSRP and STAR rleased questions.
3. Study for Ch. 9, Quiz 1 on Monday.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 6.2 Day 2, Exs. 30-31, 35-43, pp. 308-311.
2. Practice for CST using CSRP and STAR release questions.
3. Study for Ch. 6, Quiz 1 on Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Read Sec. 9.2, pp. 356-361.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Study for Sec. 9.1 quiz on Monday.

Have a great weekend, and I'll see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1.  9.8, Day 1, Exs. 10-14,18-26, 50-53, 58-59, 62-63, pp. 486-488.
2. Practice for 9.8 quiz.
3. Practice for CST using your Standards Review and Practice workbook.
4. Continue organizing your table of contents for
ch. 9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 6.2, Day 1 , Exs. 1-5, 8-13, 17-19, 21-22, 26-27, pp. 308-311.
2. Practice for CST using your Standards Review and Practice workbook.
3. Practice for Ch. 6 quiz 1 (section 6.1-6.2) on Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 9.1, pp. 346-353.
2. Answer the 9.1 Assessment qustions, p. 353.
3. Study for Sec. 9.1 quiz on Monday.  Due to majority request it has been postponed for Monday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.7 Exs. 16-19, 21-33, 39-40, 45-47, pp. 482-483.
2. Continue to organize your table of contents for chapter 9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 6.1 Exs. 1-2, 10-14, 24-26, 34, 38-40, 43-37, 52-54, 61-63, pp. 303-304.
2. Practice for CST using your California Standards Review and Practice workbook.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 9.1, pp. 346-353.
2. Answer the key questions, p. 346.
3. Study the key words for 9.1 quiz on Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.6 Practice worksheet, pp. 147-148.
2. Continue organizing your table of contents for ch. 9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Do the prerequisite review, p. 300. I will introduce chapter 6, lesson 1 tomorrow.  Read ahead if you wish.
2. Bring your table of contents for chapter 5.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 9.1, pp. 346-353.
2. Answer the "Reading checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.
4. Bring your table of contents for chapter 7.  Thank you for understanding, and our room will look beautiful tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, April 27, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.6 Exs. 14-18, 21-25, 32-37, 44-45, 47-51, pp. 478-479.
2. Copy 9.6 examples from textbook.
3. Continue organizing your table of contents for ch.9.

Periofds 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Take the ch. 5 test in your book, pp. 293, 296-297 for practice.
2. Study for ch. 5 test tomorrow.  Ask your parents for help.
3. Organize your table of contents for ch. 5 due tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Study for ch. 7 test tomorrow.
2. Organize and turn in ch. 7 table of contents tomorrow.
3. Take ch. 7 on-line self assessment and attach to table of contents.

School is your way to success and try your best while you have the chance.  See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, April 23, 2009 and Friday, April 24, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Take the mid-chapter test in your book, p. 475 for practice.
2. Study for the test on Monday.
3. 9.5 Practice Book pp. 145-146 (handout).
4. Cotninue organizing your table of contents for chapter 9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math

1. Do the chapter review on pp. 290-292.
2. Take the chapter test in your textbook for practice, pp. 293-297.
3. Study for chapter 5 test on Tuesday.
4. Organize your table of contents for ch. 5 due on Tuesday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Do the chapter review on pp. 291-293.
2. Study for ch. 7 test next Tuesday.
3. Take the online self-assessment for ch. 7 and print it out.
4. Organize your table of contents for ch. 7 due on Tuesday.

See you tomorrow, and those who will be absent tomorrow, I will see you on Monday. Have a safe weekend.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Extra Practice, Exs. 31-54, p. 706.
2. Practice for mid-chaptetr test tomorrow using the classwork Extra Practice, Exs. 1-30 and homework.
3. Continue organizing your table of contents for ch.9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Sec. 5.5, Day 2, Exs. 18-21, 24-27, 32-38, pp. 283-286.
2. Study for Quiz 2 tomorrow.
3. Study for chapter 5 test next Tuesday.
4. Organize your table of contents for chapter 5 due on Tuesday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Complete all assignments for sec. 7.6.
2. Study for sec. 7.6 quiz tomorrow.
3. Study for chapter 7 test next Tuesday.
4. Orgnize your table of contents for chapter 7 due next Tuesday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.5 Day 2, Exs. 11-14, 20, 26-29, 31-33, pp. 472-474.
2. Practice for mid-chapter test on Thursday.
3. Continue organizing your table of contents for ch.9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 5.5 Day 1, Exs. 1-6, 8-9, 12-13, 31, pp. 283-286.
2. Study for mid-chapter test on Thursday.
3. Continue orgnizing your table of contents for ch. 5.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Answer the key questions for sec. 7.6.
2. Do sec. 7.6 assessment, p. 288.
3. Study for sec. 7.6 quiz on Thursday.  Quiz date has been changed from Wednesday to Thursday to accommodate those students who were at camp the last week before spring break.
4. Continue orgnizing your table of contents for ch. 7.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, April 20, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Practice Book page for Sec. 9.4, pp. 143-144.
2. Review chapter 8 for retake test tomorrow.
3. Complete and bring the CST packet that shows your work for credit tomorrow.
4. Continue organizing your table of contents for chapter 9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Complete incomplete Practice Book pages for sections 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4.
2. Bring your completed CST packet that shows your work for credit tomorrow.
3. Continue organizing your table of contents for chapter 5.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread section 7.6, pp. 282-288.
2. Answer the sec. 7.6 "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.
4. Campers review for sec. 7.5 quiz tomorrow.
5. Continue organizing your table of contents for chapter 7.
6. Section 7.6 quiz is on Thursday.
7. Chapter 7 test will be next Tuesday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow
Friday, April 10, 2009

Periods 2 (Math 7), 3 and 6 (Math 6)

1. Print the STAR released test questions for math from the following website: www.cde.ca.gove/ta/tg/sr/oss05rtq.asp answer each question and bring the whole packet to class for extra credit.
2. Practice for the CST testing using the Standards Review Workbook and complete learning about each of the 6th grade standards.  Take the test in the book for practice as well.  Remember I have the key in class, so you can always check how you have done on each section.

3. Organize your table of contents for the chapter you are on now.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Read ch. 7, sec. 6, pp. 282-288.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions, define the key terms giving examples, answer the key questions, answer the assessment questions on p. 288, and complete your Cornell Notes responding to the questions given to you in class.
3.  We will do the Reading and Notetaking guide worksheets and Resource pages.
4. If any one of you want to design and build an anemometer to measure the wind as described on p. 289 for extra credit, be my guest.  It would be an exciting experiment to share when you return from spring break.

Thank you for your hard work and determination.  Just know that you do not have to wake up early.  Take care and I will see you in a week.  Cheers!

Mrs. Bitow:-)


Thursday, April 9, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.5 Day 1, Exs. 9-10, 17-19, 23, 34-46, pp. 472-474.
2. Begin organizing your table of contents for ch. 9.
3. The website for your vacation assignment is:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/sr/oss05rtq.asp.  You will print the 6th grade math, solve each problem and bring it to class after spring break.
4. Continue to practice for the CST using the Standards Review Workbook I gave in January.  It is very helpful.  Our math testing dates are May 19-20.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 5.4 Day 2, Exs. 29-32, 35, 40-43, 47-55,
pp. 276-279.
2. Begin organizing your table of contents for ch. 5.
3. During spring break please print out the state released test questions for math from the website I gave you today and listed in period 2 section.
4. You too must use your Standards Review Workbooks to review for the CST test in May.  Our math testing will be May 19-20.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Finish any unfinished assignments for ch. 7, sections 1-5.
2. Continue organizing your table of contents for chapter 7.
3. You're welcome to read ch. 7, sec. 6.  I will give you the questions to answer in your Cornell notes.

I will see you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.4 Day 1 Exs. 7-18, 22-23, pp. 467-468.
2. Begin organizing your table of contents for ch. 9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 5.4 Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 9-14, 19, 21, 23-26, 36-39, pp. 276-279.
2. Begin organizing your table of contents for ch. 5.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Do Sec. 7.5 Assessment, p. 281.
2. Complete Sec. 7.5 Resource page.
3. Study for Sec. 7.5 quiz tomorrow.
4. Continue organizing your table of contents for
Sec. 7.5.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.3, Day 1 Exs. 8-19, 21-22, 25-26, 30, 37-38, pp. 462-464.
2. Begin organizing your table of contents for Ch. 9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 5.3, Day 2 Exs. 21-24, 28-39, pp. 268-271.
2. Begin organizing your table of contents for Ch. 5.
3. Campers, please check the homework website for spring break assignments.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Answer thekey questions for Sec. 7.5, p. 278.
2. Study the key words for Sec. 7.5, quiz on Thursday.
3. Continue organizing your table of contents for
Ch. 7.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow
Monday, April 6, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.2, Day 2, Exs. 12-16, 38-40, 46-47, 51-52, 58-59, 63-68, pp. 455-457.
2. Campers please work on the assignments you did not do last week (4/1-4/3).
3. Begin to organize your table of contents for ch.9.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 5.3, Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 5-9, 11, 14-18,20, pp. 268-271.
2. Complete your table of contents for ch. 4 and turn it in tomorrow without the end of ch.4 test for now.
3. Begin to organize your table of contents for ch.5.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Ch.7 Sec.5, pp. 278-281.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.
4. Campers and those who were absent last Friday, study for quiz 7.4 tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow
Friday, April 3, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.2 Day 1 Exs. 17-34, 50, 60-62, pp. 455-457.
2. Organize your table of contents for ch.8 due on Monday.
3. Campers welcome back, and please complete all missing homework.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 5.2 day 1, Exs 1-3, 9-13, 19-20, 24-28, 32, 38-45, pp. 262-264.
2. Organize your table of contents for ch. 4 due on Monday.
3. Campers, welcome back and please complete all missing homework.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Campers, please complete missing homework and stury for quiz 4.  The rest of the class took the quiz today.

Have a great weekend and I'll see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.1 Day 2, Exs. 30-40, 53-57, 60-61, pp. 451-452.
2. Organize your table of contents for chapter 8 due on Monday.
3. Tomorrow is the last day to bring the dry foods for the Food Drive. Thanks!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 5.1 Day 2, Exs. 37-38, 45-54, pp. 257-259.
2. Organize your table of contents for chapter 4 due on Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Complete all incomplete classwork/homework for this week.
2. Study for quiz 7.4 tomorrow.
3. Organize your table of contents.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 9.1 Day 1, Exs. 14-21, 26-29, 43-52, pp. 451-452.
2. Organize your table of contents for Ch. 8 due on Monday.
3. Bring your donation for the Food Drive if you can.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 5.1 Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 4-5, 15-18, 27-33, pp. 257-259.
2. Organize your table of contents for Ch. 4 due on Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 7.4, pp. 272-275.
2. Do 7.4 Assessment, p. 275.
3. Complete 7.4 reading and notetaking guide pages if not completed in class.
4. Study for quiz on Friday.
5. Organize table of contents, so will have ready when due.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, March 27, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Chapter 9 Getting Ready -- Define the words to know, p. 448 giving examples.
2. 9.1 Square Roots: Read how to find square roots, and copy the examples in your notebooks.
3. Organize your Table to Contents for chapter 8 due on Monday.
4. Bring your donation for the Food Drive if you can. Thanks!
5. For those of you who are going on the 6th Grade Science Camp, here is a list for your day packs: Sweatshirt or light jacket; sunglasses; lip balm; sunscreen with protection factor of at least 15; bandanna; lunch; filled water bottle or canteen (one quart minimum); something to write with; and water shoes.  Have fun packing!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Chapter 5 Prerequisite Skills: Define the Preview Vocabulary and give example. Do the Vocabulary check. Skill check, and make a word magnet for the word "equation."
2. Ch. 5 Sec. 1 Ratios:  Define the key vocabulary and give examples; copy the key concept; and the three examples.
3. Organize your table of contents for chapter 4 due on Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Ch. 7 Sec. 4, pp. 72-275.
2. Answer the key questions in detail.
3. Study for Sec. 7.4 quiz on Thursday.
4. Organize your table of contents for chapter 7 starting now; don't wait till the last minute.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, March 27, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Chapter review, pp. 438-441.
2. Study for Ch. 8 test on Tuesday.
3. Bring dry food for the FOOD DRIVE if you can!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Chapter 4 review, pp. 243-246.
2. Study for chapter test on Tuesday.
3. Math Summary Writing test on Monday; practice solving problems using the Order of Operations.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. No homework; review what you have learned so far about "The Atmosphere."

Thank you all for showing your best behavior to our guest teacher (substitute).  Have a great weekend.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 8.9 Exs. 10-22, 29-33, 38, pp. 435-437
2. Extra Practice Exs. 34-38. p. 705
3. Review for end of chapter 8 test on Tuesday.
4. Remember the Spring Food Drive begins on Monday, March 30 and end on Friday, April 3, 2009.  (Dried food items only)

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Extra Practice, Exs. 23-43, p. 695.
2. Review for end of chapter 4 test on Tuesday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. 1. Answer 7.3 Assessment questions, p. 271.
2. Study for 7.3 quiz tomorrow.
3. If you have not completed the Reading and Notetaking Guide pages for 7.3, please do so.

Have a great evening!

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 8.8 Exs. 6-18, 21-22, ppp. 430-431.
2. Continue with Standards Review Workbook, Geometry/Measurement Section.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Day 2, 4.7 Exs. 33-37, 41-43, 47-56, pp. 236-239.
2. Review for chapter test on Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Answer the 7.3 Assessment questions, p. 271.
2. Study the key words for quiz on Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Period 23 -- Math 7

1. 8.7 Exs. 3-16, 20-24, 31-33, 37-38, pp. 425-427.
2. Review for mid-chapter test on Thursday (8.1-8.4).
3. Tomorrow a short quiz on section 8.4 only.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Day 1, Exs. 1-2, 11-18, 24-28, 30, 38-40, pp. 236-239.
2. Review for quiz 2 on Thursday (4.5-4.7).

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 7.3, pp. 267-271.
2. Define the  key terms giving examples.
3. Make flash cards with the key words and definitions to help you study for your quiz on Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, March 23, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Ex. 19, p. 422.
2. Extra Practice, Exs. 31-33, p. 705
3. Congruent Polygons review worksheet.
4. Continue to work on the Standards Reivew workbook whenever you can.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Day 2, Exs. 28-33, 40-42, 45-47, 49, 56-62, pp. 228-231.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 7.3, pp. 267-271.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Finish drawing the diagram on p. 269 neatly and label/describe the characteristics of each layer.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, March 20, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. 8.6 Exs. 7-18, 20-22, 24-25, pp. 421-422.
2. Standards Review WB, Geometry/Measurement section.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Day 1, 4.6 Exs. 1-2, 7-14, 19-24, 48, pp. 228-231.
2. Standard Review WB, Algebra and Functions section.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

NO HOMEWORK!!!!

Have a great weekend, and I will see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 19-20, 24-25, pp. 415-416.
2. Extra Practice, Exs. 27-30, p. 705.
3. Continue with the Standards Review Workbook, Geometry/Measurement section.
4. Remember to wear something that represents a College or University. Tomorrow is SHOW YOUR COLLEGIATE STYLE ON FRIDAY at Wilson.  The class with the most participation will receive a cool prize for the WHOLE CLASS!!!!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Day 2, Exs. 29-30, 33-34, 36-37, 40, 48-55, pp. 222-224.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 7.2, pp. 262-266.
2. 7.2 Assessment.
3. Study for quiz sec. 7.2 tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow


Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 6-18, 22-23, 26-27, pp. 415-416.
2. Cotninue working on the Geometry and Measurement section of the Standards Review workbook.
3. All See's Candies sales were due today.  Please bring your order tomorrow if you've sold some.
4. The second payment for camp is due this Friday. Thank you!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 4.5 Day 1, 1-2, 6-7, 10-11, 14, 19-23, 27, pp. 221-223.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 7.2, pp. 262-266.
2. Answer the key questions, p. 266.
3. Study key words for quiz on Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Extra Practice, Exs. 15-26, P. 704.
2. 8.3. & 8.4 Practice worksheets.
3. Mid-chapter test tomorrow.
4. Please bring you See's Candies sales money and list tomorrow.  Thank you for participating.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Extra Practice, Exs. 1-22, p. 695.
2. Study for mid-chapter test on Thursday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Ch. 7 Sec. 2, pp. 262-266.
2. Define the key terms and give examples.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, March 16, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Extra Practice, Exs. 1-14, p. 704.
2. Review for mid-chapter test on Wednesday.  You may want to use your homework and Practice Book worksheets to review.
3. Please bring your See's Candies sales money and list tomorrow.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Day 2, Exs. 17-23, 26-29, 32, 40-42, pp. 215-217.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 7.2, pp. 262-266.
2. answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, March 13, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

First of all I want to thank you for attending the Open House last night.  It was one of the best attended event, and I was so thrilled to see many of you.  The children have been working hard and I feel blessed to have them in my classes.  Thank you for your support and keep in touch.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Bitow

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 12-20, 24-37, 41-45, 47-48, pp. 407-409.
2. Sec. 8.2 Practice Worksheet.
3. Remember for this chapter you will need a protractor and a compass.  
4. Thank you for turning in the camp forms.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-5, 7, 9-14, 33-34, 39, pp. 215-217.
2. Continue to work on the Standards Review workbook, algebra and functions section.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 7.1, pp. 256-261.
2. Study for Sec. 7.1 quiz on Monday.

Have a great weekend, and I will see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 9-18, 21, 23-27, 29-31, pp. 400-402.
2. Sec. 8.1 Practice worksheet.  Please show your work, so I can help you when your answers are wrong.
3. 6th grade science camp forms are due tomorrow.  Please make sure your parents sign the forms.  Also, return the yellow form even if you are not on any special medication; just have your parents write on it NO MEDICATION NEEDED or similar to that effect.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Day 2 Exs. 21-27, 30-34, 38-40, pp. 209-210.  Complete your homework daily and organize your Table of Contents.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Do the Sec. 7.1 Assessment, p. 261.
2. Complete the reading and notetaking pages for sec. 7.1 from classwork.
3. Study for quiz 1 on Monday.

I look forward to seeing all of you in OPEN HOUSE tonight.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Day 1 Exs. 6-8, 19-20,32-44, pp. 400-402.
2. Organize posters and prepare to present the results of your surveys.
3. Please bring your pink yellow camp forms to me no later than Friday, March 13, 2009.  Parents please sign wherever your signature is required.  Thank you!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Day 1 Exs. 1-5, 7, 10-15, 17, pp. 209-210.
2. Bring your 4-square activity if you haven't already.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Answer 7.1 key questions in complete sentences.
2. Complete resource page from classwork.
3. Bring Calif. models and other unfinished projects.

Have a great evening, and I look forward to seeing you and your families in OPEN HOUSE tomorrow night.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 11-14,19-33,36-38,40-45,47-48, pp. 393-394.
2. Organize data from survey, type your analyses, and bring your completed graphs to assemble and share in class.  Each group will have a few minutes between tomorrow and on Thursday to present your findings.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Day 1 Exs. 1-6, 9-13, 21-24, pp. 204-206.
2. Bring your 4-square project to class tomorrow if you haven't already.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Define Sec. 7.1 key words and give examples.
2. Write a summary of Sec. 7.1.
3. Bring your California model, and any missing projects tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow


Monday, March 9, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 11-17, 19-26, 28-29, 33-36, pp. 387-389
2. Organize data for group work.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-2, 6-8, 13-18, 24-28, 35-40, pp. 199-200.
2. Bring your 4-square activity neatly typed.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Read Section 7.1, pp. 256-261.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" quetions in this section.
3. Complete your group work, if you have not presented yet.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Type the four areas you identified in the four-square format yesterday neatly and bring it on Monday.
2. Organize the data your collected today for your group project.
3. Continue working on the geometry and measurement section of your Standards Review Workbook.
4. If you were absent today, please bring your table of contents on Monday.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Type the four areas you identified from chapter 3 neatly and bring it to class on Monday.
2. Continue working on the algebra and functions section of your Standards Review Workbook.
3. If you were absent today, please bring your table of contents on Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Prepare for your group presentations.
2. Write and type your "I Am ..." poem.  You pretend to be your topic and tell what you are in a poem.  For example, If your topic is Volcano, your title may be I am A Volcano.  Then say, I am dormant, active, or extinct at times.  I am bright red. I am helpful at times. etc.
3. Bring your California models.
4. If you were absent, please bring your table of contents on Monday.

Have a great weekend.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Identify four sections from chapter 7 that you know how to do well on a four-square paper and give examples.
2. Practice geometry using the Standards Review Workbook geometry section.
3. I will collect table of contents tomorrow.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Identify four sections from chapter 3 that you know how to do well on a four-square paper and give examples in number, words, or pictures.
2. In chapter 4 you will learn about algebra, and I suggest that you practice algebra standards using the Standards Review Workbook.
3. I will collect table of contents tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Make sure you bring what you need for your group work.  If you have been absent or will be absent, please communicate with someone in your group and exchange information.
2. Those of you who have not contributed to the group work, I am giving you an option to write a poem or a song about your topic.  You might make you group work even more interesting by doing so.
3. Late projects for partial credit, bring tomorrow.
4. Table of contents due tomorrow.

Have a great evening.
Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. In your notebooks answer, "Why are geometry concepts important?" pp. 382-383.
2. Define the ch. 8 "words to k ow," p. 384, giving examples.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Review your notes, quizzes, mid-chapter test, and textbook for the end of chapter 3 test tomorrow.  Please study with someone at home.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Complete your task for your group work.  You will finalize your project tomorrow and be ready for oral presentation on Thursday.
2. Bring your California model if ready.
3. Final call for late volcano research paper.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Monday, March 2, 2009

Peiod 2 -- Math 7

1. Study for the end of Chapter 7 test.  Please use the quizzes, your notes, and examples from the text to review.  Also, remember the few formulas we covered in this chapter.

2.  Since chapter 8 is on geometry, I suggest you practice the geometry and measurement pages in the Standards Review Workbook. NOT TONIGHT!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Study for the end of Chapter 3 test.  I suggest you use the quizzes, your notes, and the examples in each section to review.  Also, pay attention to the meaning of the key words we covered in this section.  TONIGHT THIS IS THE PRIORITY.

2. Chapter 4 will cover algebra in addition to number sense.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Write a meaningful summary of the article, Pompeii In the Shadow of Vesuvious, pp. 244-247.
2. Continue to work on your California model due no later than Friday.
3. Bring your volcano research for partial credit.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Friday, February 27, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Extra Practice, Exs. 24-60, pp. 702-703.
2. Organize your table of contents due Monday.
3. Review lessons 7.6-7.8 for quiz on Monday.
4. Study for chapter test on Tuesday.  We are off schedule due to the field trips this week.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Chapter review, Exs. 31-53, pp. 183-184.
2. Study for chapter 3 test and bring questions.
3. Organize your table of contents.
4. Continue working on the standards review workbook.  This will help you get ready for the California Standards Test in May.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Study for end of chapter 6 test, Monday.
2. Continue making your California model.
3. You can still turn in your volcano research paper.
4. Do your group assignment.
5. Organize your table of contents.

Have a great weekend!

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Chapter Summary and Review, Exs. 21-26, 377.
2. Chapter review worksheet.
3. Orgnize your table of contents.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Chapter 3 Review, Exs. 1-11, p. 182.
2. Continue to work on your California Standards Review Workbook.
3. Organize your table of contents due on Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Study for end of Chapter 6 test on Friday.
2. Find and bring information about your group topic to class tomorrow.
3. Continue making your California model.
4. Bring your volcano research paper.
5. Organize your table of contents due Friday.

See you tomrrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Chapter Summary and Review, Exs. 14-20, p. 376.
2. Continue to work on the Standards Review Workbook.  Remember we now have the answer book and any time you want to compare your answer or if you have any question about any of the problems let me know.
3. Organize your table of contents due next Monday.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Continue working on your Practice Workbook, 3.1-3.8.
2. Continue to work on the Standards Review Workbook.
3. Organize your table of contents due next Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Study for end of chapter 6 test on Friday.
2. Continue making your California model.
3. Bring your volcano research paper.
4. Organize your table of contents due Monday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, February 23, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Chapter Summaryu and Review, Exs. 1-13, pp. 374-375.
2. Continue to work on the Standards Review Workbook.
3. Organize your table of contents due next Monday.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 3.8 Exs. 1-2, 5-7, 9, 14-17, 19, 21, 25-27, 33-35, 37, 41-52, 54, pp. 175-178.
2. Organize your table of contents due next Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Study for end of chapter 6 test on Friday.
2. Make sure you get parent signature on quiz 6.3.
3. Work on your California model.
4. Organize your table of contents due next Monday.

Have a great evening.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, February 20, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 14, 21-22, 25-27, pp. 367-368
2. Read Sec. 7.9 and take notes.
3. Continue working on the Standards Review Workbook.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Sec. 3.7, Day 2, Exs. 26-30, 31-35, 38, 45-52, pp. 170-1712.
2. Continue to work on the Standards Review Workbook.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Do the Ch. 6 review pp. 241-243.
2. Finish up your volcano research paper due Monday, February 23.
3. Study for end of Ch. 6 test on Tuesday.
4. Start planning your California model.

Have a great weekend.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 10-13, 15-20, 23-24, 28-29, pp. 367-368.
2. Practice worksheet, pp. 115-116.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 3.7 Day1, Exs. 3, 5, 7, 10-11, 15, 17, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29, pp. 170-172.
2. Continue to work on the Practice Workbook pages for Secstions 3.1-3.7.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread Sec. 6.4, pp. 235-237.
2. Sec. 6.4 resource page.
3. Study for quiz 6.4 tomorrow.
4. Volcano research paper is due 2/23.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 9, 15-16, 22-23, pp. 363-364.
2. 7.7 Practice worksheet, pp. 1113-114.
3. Continue to work on the Standards Review Workbook. We now have the answer key to all the problems, so you will be able to check how well you're doing.  Feel free to ask me if you are unable to solve a problem.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 3.6 Exs. 45, 47, 49, 51, 53, 55, 60, 69, 70, 71, pp. 163-165.
2. You will have a retake of the mid-chapter 3 test tomrrow, 3.1-3.5 only.
3. When working on your homework quizzes, it is important that you show your work and have your parents sign it before turning it in.  These are designed to help you be successful and allow your parents check your work for accuracy. NO WORK AND NO PARENT SIGNATURE MEANS NO GRADE.
3. Continue to work on the Standards Review Workbook, and feel free to ask me if you are unable to solve a problem.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread Sec. 6.4, pp. 235-237.
2. Do Sec. 6.4 Assessment.
3. Work on you volcano research paper due 2/23/09.
4. Bring your Reading and Notetaking Guide to class tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 6-14, 17-21, 24-25, pp. 363-364.
2. Continue to work on the Standards Review Workbook.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. 3.6 Day 1, Exs. 5,7,9,21,27,29,31, 33-35, 37, 39, pp. 162-165.
2. Continue to work on the Standards Review Workbook.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread Sec. 6.4, pp. 235-237.
2. Define the key words giving examples.
3. Answer the key question in complete sentences.
4. Your volcano paper in due on 2/23.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow

Friday, February 13, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Review for mid-chapter test, 7.1-7.5 on Tuesday.
2. Continue to work on the 6th grade standards review workbook.  Read each lesson, underline or highlight the important parts, and then solve each of the problems before choosing the answer.  Any questions, bring them to class so we can discuss them as a group.
3. Remember those of you who will be taking the CML test on Tuesday at 7 a.m. to report to room 1109.  Good luck!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Study for your mid-chapter test on Tuesday by completing Practice Book pages that go with lessons 7.1-7.5.  
2. Continue to work on the 6th grade standards review workbook to prepare yourselves for the California Standards Test in spring.  Make sure to read each lesson, underline or highlight the important parts, and then solve each of the problems on a separate notebook before choosing the answer.  Any questions, bring it to class for discussion.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Study for quiz 6.3 on Tuesday.
2. Work on your volcano research paper due on Monday, February 23, 2009.  Try to find other volcanoes than the ones mentioned in our textbook.  Make it informative and include pictures.

Happy Valentine's Day to you and your family.  Enjoy your weekend and I'll see you on Tuesday!

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Review for mid-chapter test, 7.1-7.5 on Tuesday.
2. Solve problems on the mid-chapter review handout.
3. Saturday is Valentine's Day and if any of you want to bring treats and cards, feel free. Thanks!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Complete all Practice Book pages for sections 7.1 through 7.5.
2. Review for mid-chapter test on Tuesday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 6.3, pp. 229-234.
2. Sec. 6.3 resource page.
3. Work on your volcano research paper.  Prepare to tell me your topic tomorrow.
4. Study for your 6.3 quiz on Tuesday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Review for mid-chapter quiz, 7.1-7.5
2. Exs. 10-11, 18-23, 32-40, 52-55, 60-62, pp. 359-360.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Mid-chapter quiz/mixed review, pp. 158-159.
2. Study for mid-chapter quiz tomorrow.
3. Make sure you have your parents sign your homework quizzes.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 6.3, pp. 229-234
2. Answer the key questions in detail.
3. So Sec. 6.3 Assessment, p. 234.
4. Continue working on your volcano research paper; include pictures.

See you tomorrow.
Mrs. Bitow
Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 28-31, 34-39, 43-44, pp. 353-354.
2. Practice for your mid-chapter test, lessons 7.1-7.5 on Thursday.
3. The practice worksheets I have been giving you for each section will be helpful.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 5, 9, 11, 13, 15, 19, 25, 27, 29, 33, 35, 37, 53-55, pp. 156-158.
2. Practice for your mid-chapter test, lessons 3.1-3.5 on Thursday.
3. Make sure your table of content is up-to-date.  

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread, Section 6.3, pp. 229-234,
2. Answer the "Reading Check-point" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.
4. Work on your Volcano research paper a little at a time.  Please do not wait till the last minute.  Remember to type your report neatly and include pictures.
5. Bring your "Reading and Notetaking Guide" to class tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, February 6, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 9-27, 32-33, pp, 352-354
2. Scale drawing of your bedroom is due on Tuesday, February 10, 2009.
3. Continue working on the Standards Review and Practice workbook.  Remember to put a question mark (?) next to the ones that you are unable to solve, so that we can discuss and solve them in class.  Remember this book addresses all 6th grade standards, and since you will be taking the California Standards Test for sixth grade in May, you will find it beneficial.  Read each lesson carefully before solving the problems.
4. If you can bring grocery ads to class, so we can use them in figuring unit prices.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 5,7,9,11,15,19,25,27,29,35,41,43,49,51,55,62-64, pp. 150-152.
2. Continue to work on the Standards Review and Practice workbooks.  Questions about any of the problems, please bring them to class and I will help you solve them.
3. Keep track of your table of contents.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 6.2, pp. 221-228.
2. Do Sec. 6.2 Resource Page.  Do the experiment with an adult supervision.
3. Last chance to turn in your earthquake plan for your home for partial credit. This was due last Tuesday, then extended until today.
4. You are encourage to begin working on your volcano research paper now.  Don't wait till the due date, Tuesday, February 24, 2009.

Have a great weekend, and I will see you on Tuesday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, February 5, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 7-10, 13-20, 27-28, pp. 348-349.
2. Complete practice worksheet from classwork
3. Continue to work on the Standards Review workbook, Number Sense pages.  Please bring your questions to class for solution and discussion.
4. Those of you who are invited to take the California Math League Exam on February 17th at 7:00 a.m., please bring the permission slip signed by parents tomorrow.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 29, 31, 33, 37, 39, 41, 43, pp. 146-147.
2. Complete the Practice Workbook pages to go with Lessons 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3 if you have not during class work since Monday.
3. Continue to work on the Standards Review Workbook starting with the Number Sense pages.  This is very helpful book in getting ready for the California Standards Test in May.
4. Those of you who have been invited for the California Math League exam on February 17th, please bring your permission slip signed by your parents tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 6.2, pp. 221-228
2. Do Sec. 6.2 Assessment, p. 228.
3. Bring completed Earthquake Plan of your home, as assigned last Thursday, to class tomorrow.  If for any reason you require more time, talk to me.
4. Make sure you have chosen a volcano to write about.  Your research paper about one of the biggest earthquakes in the world is in about two weeks.  Always start early and work on a project a little at a time, and you will have it ready by due date.  You all can do this!

I will see you tomorrow meantime stay dry!

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 4-10,12-17,20-21, pp. 341-342
2. Complete practice worksheet from classwork
3. Continue to work on the Standards Review workbook

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 3, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15,17,19,21,23,25,27, pp. 145-147.
2. Complete the Practice Book pages for lesson 3.3 you started in class.
3. Continue working on the Standards Review workbook whenever you can.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Read Sec. 6.2, pp. 221-228.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 9-10, 15-18, 21-27, 31-37, pp. 336-337.
2. Standards Review Workbook, work on the Number Sense pages as many as you can.  Read the lesson before trying to answer the multiple choice questions.  This is a great way to prepare for the California Standards Test in May.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 7, 9, 15, 17, 19, 21, 25, 27, 29, 31, 35, 37, pp. 138-140.
2. Do as many pages as you can of the Standards Review Worknook, first section, Number Sense.  This is a great way to prepare for the California 6th Grade Standards Test in May.  Get a separate notebook and try to solve each problem before choosing an answer.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1.  Reread Sec. 6.1, pp.216-219
2.  6.1 Resource page.
3.  Study for your 6.1 quiz tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, February 2, 2009

Congraturlations on completing your first semester of 6th grade at Wilson Middle School!

Today is the beginning of 2nd semester and for homework:

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 9, 23, 26, 28-29, 33-34, pp. 331-332.

Period 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 3, 5, 7, 9, 13, 15, 17, 19, 27, 29, 53, 55, 57, pp. 131-133.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread Section 6.1, pp. 216-219
2. Do Sec. 6.1 Assessment

See you tomorrow!

Mrs. Bitow
Thursday, January 29, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Work on the Number Sense section of the Standards Review Work Book.  Always begin by reading the standard and objective/s of each lesson; highlight or underline if you need to.  Then, look at the examples carefully and solve each problem in a notebook before selecting an answer.  Try to avoid guessing before attempting to solve it.  The goal is for you to understand what each 6th grade standard is about and be able to solve the problems.  Each lesson is beautifully presented, and you can either use it to work independently or with an adult/tutor.  Go ahead meet the challenge.
2. On Monday we will begin with chapter 7.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1.  Work on the Number Sense section of the Standards Review Work Book and follow the same suggestion as above.
2. On Monday we will begin with chapter 3.  Please familiarize yourselves with the key words for the chapter.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Read Chapter 6, Sec. 1:  Volcanoes and Plate Tectonics, pp. 216-219.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.
4. Remember to empty your binders and bring plenty of lined paper and other school supplies with you.

Have a great weekend, and I will see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow
Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

As we finish the first semester, I want you to look at what is in chapter 7 by:
1. Defining the key words for chapter 7, p. 328 giving examples.
2. Read and copy the examples on pp. 328-330.
3. Plan to get a new binder, plenty of lined papers as well as other school supplies for Monday. Happy shopping!

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

Our new chapter will be Ch. 3 not chapter 4. In fact from here on we will be going through the chapters in order. Hurray!
1. Define the key words for chapter 3, p. 128 giving examples.  To find the words in the chapter, go to the page numbers next to the word rather than the glossary. Also, read to find out what chapter 3 is all about.  Enjoy!
2. You too may want to plan and get the supplies you need for the new semester which will begin on Monday.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science
As you begin a new chapter on volcanoes:
1. Read pp. 210-215.
2. Answer the "Big Idea" question on p. 211.
3. Period 4 you will take the end of chapter 5 test tomorrow.
4. You may want to plan and get your supplies for the new semester by Monday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Review for chapter 6 test.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Review for chapter 7 test

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread Ch. 5, Sec. 4, pp. 196-202.
2. Do Sec. 3 and Sec. 4 Assessments.
3. Study for the chapter test.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, January 26, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Please review for the benchmark test tomorrow using the cummulative practice packets I gave you; know how are associative, commutative, and distributive properties difference; absolute values; scientific notations; finding areas and perimeters among the others you have covered in the first 3 chapters.  You will need a number 2 pencil.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Review for the cummulative assessment using the worksheet for Ch. 2 and Ch. 9 I gave you today.  Know how to solve each problem.  Also, important for you know the difference between complementary and supplementary angles and finding the missing angle measure in a triangle or others.  Know the rules from you textbook and notes.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread ch.5, sec. 3, pp. 190-195.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the two key terms giving examples.
4. Answer the three key questions in complete sentences.
5. Complete and bring your earthquake research paper due tomorrow.  Don't forget to include pictures.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, January 23, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 11-14, 23-26, 35-37, 44-45, pp. 311-312.
2. Continue to review for the final/benchmark exams using the review for final #1 and #2 worksheets I gave you today.  Do your best and I will see you on Monday.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Standards Review and Practice Book, pp. 57-60.
2. Practice Book, lesson 7.7.
3. On Monday you will take chapter 7 quiz #2 (7.5-7.7) and on Tuesday the end of chapter 7 test.  Practice using the practice pages for lessons 7.1 through 7.7 in your Practice Workbook.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread Sec. 5.2
2. Answer the key questions
3. Do Sec. 5.2 assessment
4. Finish earthquake research paper that is due 1/2/09
5. End of chapter 5 will be on Wednesday, and feel free to read ahead.

Have a great weekend, and I will see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, January 22, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 18-29, 34-37, 42-45, 50-53, 56-57, pp. 307-308.
2. Continue to review for the final/benchmark exams.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Standards Review and Practice Book, pp. 55-56.
2. Practice Book, lesson 7.5

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread Ch. 5, Sec. 2, pp. 181-187.
2. answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.
4. Continue to work on your earthquake research paper due 1/27/09.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 10-24, 26-34, 38-41, 49-50, pp. 301-302.
2. Continue to review for the final/benchmark exams using the Cummulative Review, pp. 322-323, Extra Practice, pp. 690-701.  Final exam will be on Monday, 1/26; Benchmark test on Tuesday, 1/27; and end of chapter 6 test on Wednesday, 1/29/09.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Do chapter 7 review, pp. 403-406.
2. Standard Review and Practice Book, pp. 53-54.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Answer the key questions, p. 174.
2. Do Ch. 5, Sec. 1 Assessment, p. 180.
3. Work on your earthquake3 research paper due 1/27/09.  Make sure you talk about where, when, how, and what about the particular earthquake that you picked and include maps, pictures, etc.
4. Ch. 5 test will be next Wednesday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 8-18, 23-25, 27-29, 31-34, 39-40, 42-44, pp. 297-298.
2. Continue to review for the final/benchmark exams
using the Cummulative Review, pp. 322-323; Extra Practice, pp. 690-701.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-2, 4-8, 10-11, 16-19 24-29, pp. 395-398.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Read ch. 5, Sec. 1, pp. 174-180.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.
4. Work on your earthquake research paper due 1/27/09.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow  

Friday, January 16, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 30-36, 38-39, 47-53, pp. 292-293.
2. Continue to review for the final/benchmark exams using cummulative review pp. 322-323; Extra Practice pp. 690-701.
3. Familiarize yourselves with lessons 7.8 and 7.9 and we will discuss and do the problems next week.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Extra Practice 7.1-7.6, p. 698.
2. Review for the end of chapter test using your Practice Book as well.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Do the review and assessment, pp. 165-166.
2. Study for end of chapter 4 test on Tuesday or Wednesday.  
3. Work on your earthquake research paper due 1/27/09.

Have a great weekend, and I will see you on Tuesday.

Mrs. Bitow


Thursday, January 15, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 12-29; 40-44, pp. 292-293.
2. Continue to practice for the final/benchmark exams using the Cummulative Review pp. 322-323; Extra Practice for chapters 1 through 6, pp. 690-701.
3. Scholastic book orders are due tomorrow.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-4, 6-7, 10-11, 13-14, 19-22, pp. 389-391.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science

1. Reread Sec. 4.5, pp. 158-162.
2. answer the key questions.
3. Do 4.5 Assessment p. 162.
4. Study for quiz 4.5 tomorrow.
5. Summary regarding Alfred Wegener's theory due tomorrow.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 45-46, 60-62, pp. 285-286; review for test tomorrow.
2. Continue to review for the final/benchmark exams using the cummulative review, pp. 322-323; Extra practice, pp. 690-701.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-2, 4-5, 8-9, 13-19, pp. 382-384.
2. Review for your test tomorrow using pp. 403-405; Extra Practice p. 689.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Read Sec. 4.5, pp. 158-162.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" questions.
3. Define the key words giving examples.
4. Work on the written assignment regarding Alfred Wegener due this Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 10-18, 22-25, 29-31, 35-37, 42-43, pp. 285-286.
2. Continue to review for the final/benchmark exams using the cummulative Review, pp. 322-323; Extra Practice, pp. 690-701.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-2, 4-5, 7, 9-10, 12-15, 19-22, pp. 375-377.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. answer the key questions for Section 4.4
2. Do Sec. 4 Assessment p. 155
3. Study for Sec. 4 quiz tomorrow.
4. Work on your summary of Alfred Wegener's theory of continental drift.  Report is due on this Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Monday, January 12, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 40-47, 52-56, 58-59, 62-63, pp. 281-282.
2. Continue to review for finals using the Cummulative Review for chapters 1-6, pp. 322-323; and Extra Practice Exercises on pp. 690-701.  The final exam is scheduled for 1/26/09; Benchmark test on 1/27/09.  My plan is to conclude all lessons in chapter 6 before the final/benchmark tests.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 24-34, pp. 366-369.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread Ch. 4 Sec. 4, pp. 149-155.
2. Answer the "Reading checkpoint" questions in Sec. 4.
3. Define the key terms giving examples.
4. Work on Wegener's hypothesis summary due no later than Friday, January 16, 2009.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Friday, January 9, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 23-36, 48, 50-51, 60-61, pp. 281-282.
2. Continue to work on the Cummulative Review for chapters 1-6 on pp. 322-323.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-3, 6-8, 10, 12, 14-16, 19, pp. 366-369.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread Sec. 4.3, pp. 144-148.
2. Do Sec. 4.3 Assessment on p. 148.
3. Study for Sec. 4.3 test on Monday.
4. Write a one page summary about Alfred Wegener and his theory about the continental drift.  This report is due on Thursday.  Please type or write neatly and use proper heading.

Have a great weekend and I'll see you on Monday.

Mrs. Bitow

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 15-16, 20-28, 32-34, 39-40, 43-46, 59-60,
pp. 275-277.
2. Begin to work on the Cumulative Practice problems on pp. 322-323.  Final exam will be on January 26th and will include chapters 1-6.  

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-2, 4-6, 8, 10-13, 17-21, pp. 362-363.
2. Bring your Standard Review Workbook to class tomorrow.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science
1. Reread Sec. 4.3, pp. 144-148.
2. Complete the Reading and Notetaking Guide pages for Sec. 4.3 and answer the three key questions.
3. Study for Sec. 4.3 quiz on Monday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Welcome back, and I hope you had a fabulous break.

Period 2 -- Math 7

1. Exs. 10-24, 28-29, 34-35, pp. 271-272.
2. Have your parents sign your chapter 5 test.

Periods 3 and 6 -- Math 6

1. Exs. 1-2, 4-6, 8-13, 17-19, pp. 356-358.
2. Have your parents sign your chapter 9 quiz 2 and end of chapter test.

Periods 4 and 5 -- Science 6

1. Reread chapter 4, section 3, pp. 144-148.
2. Answer the "Reading Checkpoint" question.
3. Define the three key words and give examples.
4. Have your parent sign chapter 4, section 1 quiz.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Bitow



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