Today we did activities related to Constitution Day. Tomorrow is the actual day of celebrating the Constitution and we prepared ourselves to be knowledgeable citizens of America.
We turned in our Railroads reading that was homework last night.
Homework:
1) Current Events
2) Constitution Multiple Choice questions
3) Bring in picture of yourself (no baby pics please)
Have a great night!
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
What we did today
All classes took their chapter 1 test today.
Homework: complete the reading about railroads
Remember to bring in a picture of yourself by Friday. It should not be a large picture but something you can put on paper for a project. We will start the project Tuesday of next week.
Keep working on your current events for the week.
Homework: complete the reading about railroads
Remember to bring in a picture of yourself by Friday. It should not be a large picture but something you can put on paper for a project. We will start the project Tuesday of next week.
Keep working on your current events for the week.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Reminders!!!
Haw River field trip form is due by September 17th. This form needs turned in with a parent signature so that we know you and your parents understand the discipline policy.
HAW River field trip money is due by September 24th. Try to get your money in as soon as possible. YOU WANT TO GO ON THIS TRIP!!!
September 17th is picture day at school. Come dressed to impress!
September 22nd is an early release day from school. School lets out at 12:55p.m.
If girls are interested in science or would like to spend more time doing experiments, they should attend the GELS (Girls Experiencing and Learning Science) meeting. The meeting is Wednesday, September 15th in room 607 from 3:15 - 3:45. COME AND ENJOY THE FASCINATING WORLD OF SCIENCE. (You may even get to shoot off a rocket)
HAW River field trip money is due by September 24th. Try to get your money in as soon as possible. YOU WANT TO GO ON THIS TRIP!!!
September 17th is picture day at school. Come dressed to impress!
September 22nd is an early release day from school. School lets out at 12:55p.m.
If girls are interested in science or would like to spend more time doing experiments, they should attend the GELS (Girls Experiencing and Learning Science) meeting. The meeting is Wednesday, September 15th in room 607 from 3:15 - 3:45. COME AND ENJOY THE FASCINATING WORLD OF SCIENCE. (You may even get to shoot off a rocket)
What we did Today!
All classes glued a strip of paper into their current events notebooks which helps to clarify what are current events and what are NOT considered current events. This paper needs to be glued in by Friday for those of you who had their notebooks at home. I will be looking for it when I grade your article.
We reviewed your chapter 1 test study guide. There weren't a lot of questions being asked so hopefully this means everyone is ready and prepared for their test tomorrow. STUDY STUDY STUDY!
We ended the day with a geography game. Winners will be announced tomorrow before your test.
STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY
Your test is on all notes, guided readings, and worksheets from chapter 1.
We reviewed your chapter 1 test study guide. There weren't a lot of questions being asked so hopefully this means everyone is ready and prepared for their test tomorrow. STUDY STUDY STUDY!
We ended the day with a geography game. Winners will be announced tomorrow before your test.
STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY STUDY
Your test is on all notes, guided readings, and worksheets from chapter 1.
Monday, September 13, 2010
What we did Today!
All Classes:
We received our grades on the second current events articles we did. They were much better this week!!! YAY!
Mr. Bullins came in and conducted his G.R.E.A.T. class today. There are some students that have yet to bring in your paper signed. Please remember this for next Monday in order to participate for the remainder of the year.
Remember to bring in a picture or yourself by Friday. This needs to be a recent picture (within the last two years). No baby pictures! We will be starting a project next week using these pictures you bring in.
Make sure to have your study guides in class tomorrow. We will review for your chapter 1 test tomorrow.
Your chapter 1 test is Wednesday, September 15th.
Blocks 1 and 2:
We reviewed your chapter 1 section 2 guided reading, compass rose, and map key papers.
Block 3:
We reviewed your chapter 1 section 2 guided reading and compass rose papers.
We received our grades on the second current events articles we did. They were much better this week!!! YAY!
Mr. Bullins came in and conducted his G.R.E.A.T. class today. There are some students that have yet to bring in your paper signed. Please remember this for next Monday in order to participate for the remainder of the year.
Remember to bring in a picture or yourself by Friday. This needs to be a recent picture (within the last two years). No baby pictures! We will be starting a project next week using these pictures you bring in.
Make sure to have your study guides in class tomorrow. We will review for your chapter 1 test tomorrow.
Your chapter 1 test is Wednesday, September 15th.
Blocks 1 and 2:
We reviewed your chapter 1 section 2 guided reading, compass rose, and map key papers.
Block 3:
We reviewed your chapter 1 section 2 guided reading and compass rose papers.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Updates!
Haw River field trip form is due by September 17th. This form needs turned in with a parent signature so that we know you and your parents understand the discipline policy.
HAW River field trip money is due by September 24th. Try to get your money in as soon as possible. YOU WANT TO GO ON THIS TRIP!!!
The school-wide candy fundraiser has kicked off. Money will be collected on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays only. Please do not bring in money on any other day because we will not take it from you.
September 17th is picture day at school. Come dressed to impress!
September 22nd is an early release day from school. School lets out at 12:55p.m.
If girls are interested in science or would like to spend more time doing experiments, they should attend the GELS (Girls Experiencing and Learning Science) meeting. The meeting is Wednesday, September 15th in room 607 from 3:15 - 3:45. COME AND ENJOY THE FASCINATING WORLD OF SCIENCE. (You may even get to shoot off a rocket)
HAW River field trip money is due by September 24th. Try to get your money in as soon as possible. YOU WANT TO GO ON THIS TRIP!!!
The school-wide candy fundraiser has kicked off. Money will be collected on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays only. Please do not bring in money on any other day because we will not take it from you.
September 17th is picture day at school. Come dressed to impress!
September 22nd is an early release day from school. School lets out at 12:55p.m.
If girls are interested in science or would like to spend more time doing experiments, they should attend the GELS (Girls Experiencing and Learning Science) meeting. The meeting is Wednesday, September 15th in room 607 from 3:15 - 3:45. COME AND ENJOY THE FASCINATING WORLD OF SCIENCE. (You may even get to shoot off a rocket)
What we did today!
All Classes:
We turned in our homework from last night. This was the compass rose paper and using a map key paper. All current events were due today as well. Study guides for the first chapter test were handed out today. Everyone should start studying, or at least read through the study guide so that you come prepared to ask questions on Monday and Tuesday.
Reminder: if you did not complete your current events then you need to have two done by Monday's class in order to receive full credit.
Each student needs to have their GREAT paper signed in order to attend Mr. Bullins' class on Monday. He is in the room every Monday and you will not want to miss out!
Block 1 and 2:
Finished the guided reading for chapter 1 section 2. We will go over this on Monday.
Block 3:
We discusses the notes for chapter 1 section 2 and then completed the guided reading for chapter 1 section 2. We will review these on Monday.
Chapter 1 Test is Wednesday, September 15th.
Enjoy your weekend!
We turned in our homework from last night. This was the compass rose paper and using a map key paper. All current events were due today as well. Study guides for the first chapter test were handed out today. Everyone should start studying, or at least read through the study guide so that you come prepared to ask questions on Monday and Tuesday.
Reminder: if you did not complete your current events then you need to have two done by Monday's class in order to receive full credit.
Each student needs to have their GREAT paper signed in order to attend Mr. Bullins' class on Monday. He is in the room every Monday and you will not want to miss out!
Block 1 and 2:
Finished the guided reading for chapter 1 section 2. We will go over this on Monday.
Block 3:
We discusses the notes for chapter 1 section 2 and then completed the guided reading for chapter 1 section 2. We will review these on Monday.
Chapter 1 Test is Wednesday, September 15th.
Enjoy your weekend!
Thursday, September 9, 2010
What we did today!
All Classes:
Each class has two homework assignments tonight. Students need to complete a compass rose worksheet and a map key worksheet. This is due when you come into class tomorrow. Also, your second current events article is due tomorrow. I hope you all did not wait until the last minute to do this again!!!
Study guides for your first chapter test will go home tomorrow. Your chapter 1 test is on Wednesday, September 15th.
Reminder: Mr. Bullins needs your GREAT paper signed by Monday. If you don't have this, you don't get to participate in class on Mondays.
Block 1 and Block 2:
We finished your longitude and latitude quiz on coordinates today. Most of you did really awesome! We completed filling in our notes for chapter 1 section 2 and began working on our guided reading for that section.
Block 3:
Mr. Bullins came in and did GREAT today. We also began filling out our chapter 1 section 2 notes. Be ready to finish your longitude and latitude quiz on coordinates tomorrow.
See you all tomorrow!!!
Don't watch too much t.v. tonight. You have work to get done!
Each class has two homework assignments tonight. Students need to complete a compass rose worksheet and a map key worksheet. This is due when you come into class tomorrow. Also, your second current events article is due tomorrow. I hope you all did not wait until the last minute to do this again!!!
Study guides for your first chapter test will go home tomorrow. Your chapter 1 test is on Wednesday, September 15th.
Reminder: Mr. Bullins needs your GREAT paper signed by Monday. If you don't have this, you don't get to participate in class on Mondays.
Block 1 and Block 2:
We finished your longitude and latitude quiz on coordinates today. Most of you did really awesome! We completed filling in our notes for chapter 1 section 2 and began working on our guided reading for that section.
Block 3:
Mr. Bullins came in and did GREAT today. We also began filling out our chapter 1 section 2 notes. Be ready to finish your longitude and latitude quiz on coordinates tomorrow.
See you all tomorrow!!!
Don't watch too much t.v. tonight. You have work to get done!
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Reminder:
FCA dance on Friday. The cost is $5 and you have tomorrow and Friday morning to buy tickets!!
HAW River field trip money is due September 24th. Try to get your money in as soon as possible. YOU WANT TO GO ON THIS TRIP!!!
Tomorrow we have an assembly to discuss the candy fundraiser here at RCMS. Candy will be coming home either tomorrow or Friday.
September 22nd is an early release day from school. School lets out at 12:55p.m.
If girls are interested in science or would like to spend more time doing experiments, they should attend the GELS (Girls Experiencing and Learning Science) meeting. The meeting is Wednesday, September 15th in room 607 from 3:15 - 3:45. COME AND ENJOY THE FASCINATING WORLD OF SCIENCE. (You may even get to shoot off a rocket)
HAW River field trip money is due September 24th. Try to get your money in as soon as possible. YOU WANT TO GO ON THIS TRIP!!!
Tomorrow we have an assembly to discuss the candy fundraiser here at RCMS. Candy will be coming home either tomorrow or Friday.
September 22nd is an early release day from school. School lets out at 12:55p.m.
If girls are interested in science or would like to spend more time doing experiments, they should attend the GELS (Girls Experiencing and Learning Science) meeting. The meeting is Wednesday, September 15th in room 607 from 3:15 - 3:45. COME AND ENJOY THE FASCINATING WORLD OF SCIENCE. (You may even get to shoot off a rocket)
What we did Today!
Block 1 and Block 3:
We reviewed the longitude and latitude worksheet from our group work. Then, we reviewed the answers on the 5 themes of geography quiz. We took a short pop quiz on longitude, latitude, and hemispheres. After reviewing the answers to this, we began a second quiz (a group quiz) on using longitude and latitude coordinates.
We began talking briefly about maps and parts to a map to get us ready for section 2 in chapter 1.
Block 2:
We reviewed the longitude and latitude worksheet from our group work. We reviewed the answers to our guided reading for chapter 1 section 1 and discussed our 5 themes of geography before we took the quiz on the 5 themes.
After taking the 5 themes of geography quiz we graded this and reviewed the answers. Then, we took a short pop quiz on longitude, latitude, and hemispheres.
We began talking briefly about maps and parts to a map to get us ready for section 2 in chapter 1.
All Classes:
No classes have homework tonight.
Get some good sleep tonight and come back ready to ace your longitude and latitude coordinates quiz!!!
We reviewed the longitude and latitude worksheet from our group work. Then, we reviewed the answers on the 5 themes of geography quiz. We took a short pop quiz on longitude, latitude, and hemispheres. After reviewing the answers to this, we began a second quiz (a group quiz) on using longitude and latitude coordinates.
We began talking briefly about maps and parts to a map to get us ready for section 2 in chapter 1.
Block 2:
We reviewed the longitude and latitude worksheet from our group work. We reviewed the answers to our guided reading for chapter 1 section 1 and discussed our 5 themes of geography before we took the quiz on the 5 themes.
After taking the 5 themes of geography quiz we graded this and reviewed the answers. Then, we took a short pop quiz on longitude, latitude, and hemispheres.
We began talking briefly about maps and parts to a map to get us ready for section 2 in chapter 1.
All Classes:
No classes have homework tonight.
Get some good sleep tonight and come back ready to ace your longitude and latitude coordinates quiz!!!
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
What we did today
All classes:
Current events notebooks were returned with grades stapled inside today. A new current event article is due this Friday!!!
Block 1:
Mr. Bullins began GREAT today. We took a quiz on the 5 themes of geography. We took a pre-quiz on maps which we will begin talking about tomorrow.
Block 2:
Mr. Bullins began GREAT today. We took a pre-quiz on maps which we will begin talking about tomorrow. We finished our competition with the guided readings on chapter 1 section 1 and received grades on those.
Block 3:
We took a quiz on the 5 themes of geography today. We finished our competition with the guided readings on chapter 1 section 1 and received grades on those.
Current events notebooks were returned with grades stapled inside today. A new current event article is due this Friday!!!
Block 1:
Mr. Bullins began GREAT today. We took a quiz on the 5 themes of geography. We took a pre-quiz on maps which we will begin talking about tomorrow.
Block 2:
Mr. Bullins began GREAT today. We took a pre-quiz on maps which we will begin talking about tomorrow. We finished our competition with the guided readings on chapter 1 section 1 and received grades on those.
Block 3:
We took a quiz on the 5 themes of geography today. We finished our competition with the guided readings on chapter 1 section 1 and received grades on those.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Reminder
For those of you who were absent on Friday or failed to turn in your current events notebooks...
YOU NEED TO HAVE THOSE HANDED IN ON TUESDAY!!!
If you were absent Friday, you need to have one finished article. If you failed to turn in your notebook and you would like a grade, you need to hand in two finished articles.
Look over your notes to understand your five themes of geography quiz.
Enjoy your Labor Day!!
YOU NEED TO HAVE THOSE HANDED IN ON TUESDAY!!!
If you were absent Friday, you need to have one finished article. If you failed to turn in your notebook and you would like a grade, you need to hand in two finished articles.
Look over your notes to understand your five themes of geography quiz.
Enjoy your Labor Day!!
Friday, September 3, 2010
What we did Today
We turned in our first current events articles. I had some students who did not finish theirs and some who did not follow directions. Please don't wait until Thursday night to start working on your articles!!! You have a week to get one article done. Don't procrastinate!!!
All classes received their world map tests back. Mostly everyone did a great job. Awesome!!!
Reward charts were introduced. I even gave my first rewards out today.
We finished our notes on chapter 1 section 1 too. If you were absent, make sure you get these from a classmate or ask me.
Block 1:
We finished our competition today and worksheet: guided reading chapter 1 section 1. I loved the competition in the room. You guys all did great! Remember that you will have your quiz on the five themes of geography on Tuesday.
Blocks 2 and 3:
We began our competition today using the worksheet: guided reading chapter 1 section 1. We will finish this on Tuesday. You guys will have a quiz on the five themes of geography on Tuesday.
Have a great Labor Day weekend and eat some burgers and hot dogs. YUM!!!
Maybe you could even get some hohos!!!
All classes received their world map tests back. Mostly everyone did a great job. Awesome!!!
Reward charts were introduced. I even gave my first rewards out today.
We finished our notes on chapter 1 section 1 too. If you were absent, make sure you get these from a classmate or ask me.
Block 1:
We finished our competition today and worksheet: guided reading chapter 1 section 1. I loved the competition in the room. You guys all did great! Remember that you will have your quiz on the five themes of geography on Tuesday.
Blocks 2 and 3:
We began our competition today using the worksheet: guided reading chapter 1 section 1. We will finish this on Tuesday. You guys will have a quiz on the five themes of geography on Tuesday.
Have a great Labor Day weekend and eat some burgers and hot dogs. YUM!!!
Maybe you could even get some hohos!!!
Thursday, September 2, 2010
What we did Today!
In Block 1:
Today we finished our group work. If you have been absent, you will have to finish this on your own. But, if you have questions or need help, please ask.
We completed the rest of our notes and discussion on chapter 1 section 1.
In Blocks 2 and 3:
Some groups finished their group work but there are some that will have to put it in fifth gear tomorrow to finish. We will complete your chapter 1 section 1 notes tomorrow.
All Classes:
Your current events articles are due tomorrow!!! This is your first one. A lot of you have waited until the last minute to do this assignment. Make sure you have this done for tomorrow. If they are not in your class crate by 3:01pm Friday they will be marked as late. Remember that we do have a deal that if you are late turning this in, you can do two articles and turn it in Monday. (In this case it will be Tuesday with the holiday weekend)
I am super excited to read your current events articles!!!
Today we finished our group work. If you have been absent, you will have to finish this on your own. But, if you have questions or need help, please ask.
We completed the rest of our notes and discussion on chapter 1 section 1.
In Blocks 2 and 3:
Some groups finished their group work but there are some that will have to put it in fifth gear tomorrow to finish. We will complete your chapter 1 section 1 notes tomorrow.
All Classes:
Your current events articles are due tomorrow!!! This is your first one. A lot of you have waited until the last minute to do this assignment. Make sure you have this done for tomorrow. If they are not in your class crate by 3:01pm Friday they will be marked as late. Remember that we do have a deal that if you are late turning this in, you can do two articles and turn it in Monday. (In this case it will be Tuesday with the holiday weekend)
I am super excited to read your current events articles!!!
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Computer Lab
Today we spent most of the class in the computer lab registering for the textbook online. We also learned how to navigate the website and the textbook.
The online textbook website: www.pearsonsuccessnet.com
While we were in the computer lab we discussed this blog and how to use it and how to sign in. Remember: you will need a gmail, yahoo, or AOL account to sign in. If you do not have one of these, you can create an account easily. Just follow the steps as they prompt you.
If you want to be a follower, which allows you to post comments, then you have so sign up to be a follower. If you just want access to read the blog, then all you do is type in the link and read. You do NOT have to sign up if all you want to do is read the blog.
After working the computer lab, we came back to class and worked for approximately 20min on our group work of hemispheres, longitude, and latitude.
No homework tonight!
Keep working on your current event articles. They are due Friday.
Keep up the good work guys!!!
The online textbook website: www.pearsonsuccessnet.com
While we were in the computer lab we discussed this blog and how to use it and how to sign in. Remember: you will need a gmail, yahoo, or AOL account to sign in. If you do not have one of these, you can create an account easily. Just follow the steps as they prompt you.
If you want to be a follower, which allows you to post comments, then you have so sign up to be a follower. If you just want access to read the blog, then all you do is type in the link and read. You do NOT have to sign up if all you want to do is read the blog.
After working the computer lab, we came back to class and worked for approximately 20min on our group work of hemispheres, longitude, and latitude.
No homework tonight!
Keep working on your current event articles. They are due Friday.
Keep up the good work guys!!!
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