Spring Break
Finally! Spring Break! I hope everyone's having a great time. When we return on March 31, we'll be starting the last quarter of this school year. In science, look for our study of the sun and moon to get started up. Maybe the weather will even warm up enough to finally be able to get outside for a study of the chemical reaction between Mentos and Diet Coke.
ISTEP
The online part of our ISTEP testing is currently scheduled for the last week of April. More details to follow.
Activities and Assignments for March 31-April 4
Monday, March 31 (Blue)
1. Bell Work
2. USA Weekly #23 with question sheet
3. Homework: Finish worksheet if not done in class
Tuesday, April 1 (Gold)
1. Journal: Make a list of objects you can see in the sky during the day
2. Science: Investigation 1.1 - "Follow the Sun" (establish cardinal directions)
3. No homework
Wednesday, April 2 (Blue)
1. Journal: Use cardinal directions to tell how to get to the lunchroom
2. Science: Investigation 1.1 continued - "Where's the Sun?"
3. No Homework
Thursday, April 3 (Gold)
1. Journal: Draw and label a diagram of the sun moving from sunrise to sunset
2. FOSS Reader: "Sunrise & Sunset" / Journal: Vocabulary
3. No homework
Friday, April 4 (Blue)
1. Journal: "What is a shadow?" - Explain and diagram
2. Science: Investigation 1.2 - "Tracing Shadows"
3. No Homework
Videos to Watch at Home
Tour of the Moon (4:39)
Solar Flare (4:16)
Bill Nye - The Sun (22:56)
Nova: Secrets of the Sun (52:43)
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Friday, March 14, 2014
March 17-20
Four Day Week
Yes, we know this should have been the first week of Spring Break. But! There's no one to blame except Old Man Winter. We've got four days to make up that we missed earlier this year due to one of our worst winters in a long time. So, read on to see what we have planned for science and social studies this week.
St. Patrick's Day
Monday, of course, is St. Patrick's Day. Take a few minutes here with this link to enjoy some beautiful Irish scenery set to some equally beautiful Irish music.
> A Quick Trip to the Emerald Isle <
Activities and Assignments for March 17-20
Monday, March 17 (Blue)
1. Bell Work: Ireland Puzzle
2. Social Studies: USA Weekly #22 with a Fact Finder sheet
3. No homework (Unless you need to finish the Fact Finder)
Tuesday, March 18 (Gold)
1. Bell Work
2. Solutes and Solvents: Investigate the fastest way to dissolve chocolate
3. No homework
Wednesday, March 19 (Blue)
1. Bell Work
2. Swirling Milk Colors (Science experiment)
- add a "secret substance" that turns a tray full of milk and food coloring into
a swirling symphony of colors!
3. No homework
Thursday, March 20 (Gold)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Make an Edible Mixture
- Make a bar graph of the ingredients
- Snack on the mix
3. Spring Break Homework - Relax, rejuvenate, and get ready for the push
to the end of the year.
Yes, we know this should have been the first week of Spring Break. But! There's no one to blame except Old Man Winter. We've got four days to make up that we missed earlier this year due to one of our worst winters in a long time. So, read on to see what we have planned for science and social studies this week.
St. Patrick's Day
Monday, of course, is St. Patrick's Day. Take a few minutes here with this link to enjoy some beautiful Irish scenery set to some equally beautiful Irish music.
> A Quick Trip to the Emerald Isle <
Activities and Assignments for March 17-20
Monday, March 17 (Blue)
1. Bell Work: Ireland Puzzle
2. Social Studies: USA Weekly #22 with a Fact Finder sheet
3. No homework (Unless you need to finish the Fact Finder)
Tuesday, March 18 (Gold)
1. Bell Work
2. Solutes and Solvents: Investigate the fastest way to dissolve chocolate
3. No homework
Wednesday, March 19 (Blue)
1. Bell Work
2. Swirling Milk Colors (Science experiment)
- add a "secret substance" that turns a tray full of milk and food coloring into
a swirling symphony of colors!
3. No homework
Thursday, March 20 (Gold)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Make an Edible Mixture
- Make a bar graph of the ingredients
- Snack on the mix
3. Spring Break Homework - Relax, rejuvenate, and get ready for the push
to the end of the year.
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Biz Town Images
Everyone had a great day at Biz Town Monday! Here are some images from this fantastic experience. Check back tomorrow for more uploads.
Everyone had a great day at Biz Town Monday! Here are some images from this fantastic experience. Check back tomorrow for more uploads.
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| Town Meeting |
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| Our Town Marshal |
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| Experimenting in the Lab |
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| Radio Disney Prepares for Broadcast |
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| At the PNC Bank |
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| Interested in Making an Investment? |
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| Welcome to the Wellness Center |
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| Meter Reader at Work |
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| The Lids Staff |
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| Indianapolis Power and Light |
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| Writing Up Stories for the Newspaper |
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| May We Help You? |
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| Our Savings Officer |
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| A Teller's Day is Never Done! |
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| I Love My Job! |
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| Getting the Staff's Paychecks Ready |
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| Our Mayor Speaks to Biz Town |
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| Steak N' Shake Staff Meeting |
Friday, March 7, 2014
March 10-14
Biz Town Last Minute Reminders
(1.) Please send your child with a sack lunch (unless they're taking one of the cafeteria provided lunches). Lunches should be in a disposable bag with the student's name and Biz Town business clearly written on the outside of the bag. You may send a drink if you wish, but drinks may also be purchased at the Steak and Shake store in Biz Town.
(2.) Make sure your child arrives at school on time Monday. The buses will be leaving as soon as bus riders have unloaded in the morning. We'll arrive back at school in time for regular afternoon dismissal.
(3.) Students should wear business casual clothes appropriate for their Biz Town business position. This means no jeans if at all possible. Comfortable shoes are a must because students will be on their feet most of the day. (No flip-flops!)
(4.) We have also told students no cameras or cell phones at Biz Town.
If you're one of the volunteer facilitators for the day, thanks again for your assistance. Volunteers will be expected by the Biz Town staff and should arrive at the facility for early orientation. Students will arrive at approximately 8:45, so volunteers should be there no later than 8:00.
ISTEP
We're getting into the first round of ISTEP testing this week. This is the written part and will take three sessions. To avoid both Biz Town trips our tests will be first thing in the morning on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Plenty of rest and a good breakfast will certainly help with the energy needed to perform at optimum levels.
Activities and Assignments for March 10-14
Monday, March 10
Biz Town Trip
Tuesday, March 11 (Blue) ISTEP in AM
1. Biz Town debriefing
2. Mixtures and Solutions Investigation 2
3. No homework
Wednesday, March 12 (Gold)
1. FOSS science stories with worksheet
2. No homework
Thursday, March 13 (Blue) ISTEP in AM
1. USA Weekly with Fact Finder worksheet
2. No homework
Friday, March 14 (Gold) ISTEP in AM
1. Saturated solutions and crystal growing
2. No weekend homework
Videos for Home Viewing
Bill Nye - Chemical Reactions
Meet the Elements Song
(1.) Please send your child with a sack lunch (unless they're taking one of the cafeteria provided lunches). Lunches should be in a disposable bag with the student's name and Biz Town business clearly written on the outside of the bag. You may send a drink if you wish, but drinks may also be purchased at the Steak and Shake store in Biz Town.
(2.) Make sure your child arrives at school on time Monday. The buses will be leaving as soon as bus riders have unloaded in the morning. We'll arrive back at school in time for regular afternoon dismissal.
(3.) Students should wear business casual clothes appropriate for their Biz Town business position. This means no jeans if at all possible. Comfortable shoes are a must because students will be on their feet most of the day. (No flip-flops!)
(4.) We have also told students no cameras or cell phones at Biz Town.
If you're one of the volunteer facilitators for the day, thanks again for your assistance. Volunteers will be expected by the Biz Town staff and should arrive at the facility for early orientation. Students will arrive at approximately 8:45, so volunteers should be there no later than 8:00.
ISTEP
We're getting into the first round of ISTEP testing this week. This is the written part and will take three sessions. To avoid both Biz Town trips our tests will be first thing in the morning on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Plenty of rest and a good breakfast will certainly help with the energy needed to perform at optimum levels.
Activities and Assignments for March 10-14
Monday, March 10
Biz Town Trip
Tuesday, March 11 (Blue) ISTEP in AM
1. Biz Town debriefing
2. Mixtures and Solutions Investigation 2
3. No homework
Wednesday, March 12 (Gold)
1. FOSS science stories with worksheet
2. No homework
Thursday, March 13 (Blue) ISTEP in AM
1. USA Weekly with Fact Finder worksheet
2. No homework
Friday, March 14 (Gold) ISTEP in AM
1. Saturated solutions and crystal growing
2. No weekend homework
Videos for Home Viewing
Bill Nye - Chemical Reactions
Meet the Elements Song
Saturday, March 1, 2014
March 3-7
This Week's Assignments and Activities
Monday, March 3 (Blue)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Finish up fat content investigation
3. Journal: Write up report on investigation
4. No homework
Tuesday, March 4 (Gold)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Mixtures and Solutions / Investigation #1
3. Biz Town: Shop meetings
4. No homework
Wednesday, March 5 (Blue)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Mixtures and Solutions / FOSS reader
with Fact Finder Challenge
3. Homework: Finish Fact Finder as needed
Thursday, March 6 (Gold)
1. Bell Work
2. USA Weekly #20 with worksheet
3. Homework: USA Crossword for extra credit
Friday, March 7 (Blue)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Mixtures and Solutions / Investigation #2
3. No weekend homework
Monday, March 3 (Blue)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Finish up fat content investigation
3. Journal: Write up report on investigation
4. No homework
Tuesday, March 4 (Gold)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Mixtures and Solutions / Investigation #1
3. Biz Town: Shop meetings
4. No homework
Wednesday, March 5 (Blue)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Mixtures and Solutions / FOSS reader
with Fact Finder Challenge
3. Homework: Finish Fact Finder as needed
Thursday, March 6 (Gold)
1. Bell Work
2. USA Weekly #20 with worksheet
3. Homework: USA Crossword for extra credit
Friday, March 7 (Blue)
1. Bell Work
2. Science: Mixtures and Solutions / Investigation #2
3. No weekend homework
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