This
week’s class motto is: Be Confident
Each week we will
discuss a class motto. This week we will discuss confidence. We will discuss
how the students can show confidence in their attitude, ability, and overall
performance. We will temper this with humility, of course.
The next two weeks in
class:
History: This
week in history, students will close out the Middle Ages unit with the study of
Joan of Arc and relevant literature, as well as learning about the Black Death
and the role it played in Europe toward the end of the Middle Ages. Students
will take a test next week on chapters 17-21, for which they have the study
guides. Please note that this test is largely composed of short-answer
questions--students should be prepared to explain concepts we discuss in class
and on the study guides.
Science: During
the fourth week of the second quarter, students will learn more about Arizona
regions, biomes, plants, and animals. This information will be useful for
the project due on November 16. Students will review for a test on
Wednesday and be tested on Thursday.
Language Arts: This
week in Language Arts, students will work on perfecting the descriptive essay.
In Literature, students will continue with the adventures of Robin Hood and the
band of merry men. In Spalding there will be words and markings.
Math: Students will continue
working on fractions. There will be nightly homework.
