Today we were outside for the kickball tournament against 7D.
Homework None
June 21, 2019
Today we began or continued watching, America: The Story of Us- Civil War. We reviewed yesterday's benchmark video then discussed why South Carolina left the Union.
Homework None
June 20, 2019
Some classes finished their classwork from yesterday. Today we began watching, America: The Story of Us- Civil War. We reviewed yesterday's benchmark video then discussed why South Carolina left the Union.
Homework None
June 19, 2019
Ms. Melendez was absent. We watched the lesson video created by Ms. Melendez to analyze a primary source document related to Mississippi's secession statement. Afterwards we watched two videos related to the Civil War while completing a KWL chart.
Homework
None
June 18, 2019
Today we learned how the tension caused by sectionalism led to violence in the new territories. We learned about Bleeding Kansas using secondary sources then worked on analyzing primary sources related to the Southern secession, John Brown, and more. Homework
None
June 17, 2019
Today we continued learning about the compromises made to deal with slavery in the United States. We worked independently, with a partner or as a group to learn about the Kansas-Nebraska Act. We met to share our work for the Compromise of 1850 and the Kansas-Nebraska Act. We shared why these compromises did not deal with slavery in the long run. Homework
None
June 14, 2019
Today we began learning about the compromises made to deal with slavery in the United States. We worked independently, with a partner or as a group to learn about the Missouri Compromise of 1820, the Compromise of 1850 and the Kansas-Nebraska Act. Homework
None
June 13, 2019
Today reviewed industrialization in the Northern states and discussed what it looked like in the Southern states. We watched a video to see how the cotton gin works then worked independently, with a partner or as a group to analyze how the cotton gin boosted the slave trade in the mid to late 1800s. Homework
None
June 12, 2019
Today we completed part 2 of the final exam. If we finished early, we have a list of options to pick from.
Homework
None
June 11, 2019
Today we completed part 1 of the final exam. If we finished early, we have a list of options to pick from.
Homework
Study for final tomorrow
Final on 6/12
June 10, 2019
Today we completed review for the final on Tuesday and Wednesday. We worked as a group and with Ms. Melendez to review topics from Unit 3.
Homework
Study for final tomorrow and Wednesday
Final on 6/11 and 6/12
June 7, 2019
Today we completed review for the final on Tuesday and Wednesday. We worked as a group to review the information included in the review guide and notes.
Homework
Complete page 1 of the review packet
Completed review packet due 6/10
Final on 6/11 and 6/12
June 6, 2019
Today we completed the Unit 6 test on School. We selected one way to showcase our understanding on the final topics covered in Unit 6.
Homework
Complete page 2 + 3 of the review packet
Completed review packet due 6/10
Final on 6/11 and 6/12
June 5, 2019
Today we reviewed what the Industrial Revolution was. We analyzed primary sources to examine what the conditions were like in the mills and factories. We worked independently or with a partner to answer the questions.
Homework
Unit 6 test tomorrow
Page 4 + 5 of the review packet
Completed review packet due 6/10
Final on 6/11 and 6/12
June 4, 2019
Today we used Flocabulary to learn about the Industrial Revolution. We reviewed what the idea of Manifest Destiny is and how technology helped people get there. We watched the video, completed the read and respond and completed the quiz. We completed the exit ticket at the end of class.
Homework
Unit 6 test on Thursday, 6/6
Page 6 + 7 of the review packet
Completed review packet due 6/10
Final on 6/11 and 6/12
June 3, 2019
Today we finished looking at the women's rights reform movement. We finished working in stations to learn about the women (and men), what they demanded and what strategies they used to reform the lives of women. We added this information to our final review packet then discussed day 1 and 2 of the final next week.
Homework
Completed review packet due 6/10
Final on 6/11 and 6/12
May 31, 2019
Today we looked at another reform movement, women's rights. We began working in stations to learn about the women (and men), what they demanded and what strategies they used to reform the lives of women.
Homework
Final on 6/11 and 6/12
May 30, 2019
Today we finished looking at another reform movement- abolition of slavery. We reviewed what abolish and abolition means. We analyzed various images, maps and excerpts to determine how freed and enslaved blacks resisted slavery and fought to abolish it.
Homework
Finish documents
Final on 6/11 and 6/12
May 29, 2019
Today we looked at another reform movement- abolition of slavery. We reviewed slavery as it has existed in the world and what it means to abolish something. We analyzed various images, maps and excerpts to determine how freed and enslaved blacks resisted slavery and fought to abolish it.
Homework
Finish documents #1-3, if needed
Final on 6/11 and 6/12
May 28, 2019
Today we examined four reform movements: temperance, prison, mental illness and education reform. We examined one of the reform movements in our groups then shared our knowledge with our group. We discussed what the conditions were like before reform and the solutions reformers came up with.
Homework
Finish notes, if needed
May 27, 2019
No School-Memorial Day
May 24, 2019
Today we completed a quiz on Andrew Jackson and Manifest Destiny. Afterwards, we were able to work on a list of activities.
Homework
None
May 23, 2019
Today we reviewed for the quiz. We worked as a group to come up with questions to our notes then quiz each other. Afterwards, we reviewed independently using Quizlet, iXL, and/or our notes.
Homework
None
May 22, 2019
Today we shared out our answers to the Nearpod work. We charted which groups believed Manifest Destiny was positive and/or negative. We discussed which groups would fall in the middle.
Homework
Finish Nearpod notes, if needed
May 21, 2019
Today we finished using Nearpod to learn about Manifest Destiny and how it impacted different groups. We met as a class to review how the United States gained territories, what Manifest Destiny is and how it impacted United States Citizens and Native Americans.
Homework
Finish Nearpod notes, if needed
May 20, 2019
Today we used Nearpod to learn about Manifest Destiny and how it impacted different groups. We reviewed the map of Native Americans from Unit 1 and how the United States was moving west.
Homework
None
May 17, 2019
Today we shared the information we learned about Andrew Jackson with the class. After each group shared, we discussed if this policy or decision promoted democracy and which set of notes match the presenters' information.
Homework
None
May 16, 2019
Today we learned about Andrew Jackson's policies. We reviewed what to look for when analyzing primary and secondary sources, and what democracy is. While analyzing primary and secondary sources, we tried to evaluate if Andrew Jackson's policies promoted successful American democracy.
Homework
None
May 15, 2019
Today we completed the quiz on the precedents, events, acts and laws set during the first 30 years of the United States under the Constitution. Afterwards, we selected from a list of choices such as revise the Amendments essay, finish the precedents packet, organize the class folder or binder, and more.
Homework
Quiz on Wednesday
May 14, 2019
Today some of us worked with Ms. Melendez to review our stations classwork. Afterwards, we reviewed for the quiz in different ways. This included Quizlet, iXL, Kaboom!, quiz a partner, and/or reviewing independently.
Homework
Quiz on Wednesday
May 13, 2019
Today we worked with Ms. Melendez to create a visual representation of the precedents and events during the first, five preserndices. We used a game buzzer to response to the statements. While waiting for our group to be called, we finished our packet or reviewed for the quiz. Afterwards, we continued reviewing for the quiz.
Homework
Quiz on Wednesday
May 10, 2019
Today some classes finished looking into the precedents set by the 1st five presidents. We worked as a group to read, watch and discuss the work and complete the corresponding questions. We checked our answers with Ms. Melendez before handing it in.
Homework
Finish the Testing the Constitution packet, if needed
May 9, 2019
School Trip Homework
Testing the Constitution packet due Friday, 5/10
May 8, 2019
Today we continued looking into the precedents set by the 1st five presidents. We worked as a group to read, watch and discuss the work and complete the corresponding questions.
Homework
Testing the Constitution packet due Friday, 5/10
May 7, 2019
Today we continued looking into the precedents set by the 1st five presidents. We worked as a group to read, watch and discuss the work and complete the corresponding questions. We used the last 8-10 minutes of class to discuss new Philadelphia announcements and answer questions about Thursday's trip.
Homework
Testing the Constitution packet due Friday, 5/10
May 6, 2019
Today we continued looking into the precedents set by the 1st five presidents. We worked with Ms. Melendez to sequence the important details of Marbury v. Madison. We listed the who, what and why of the case and how it is important today. We worked as a group to read, watch and discuss the work and complete the corresponding questions.
Homework
Testing the Constitution packet due Friday, 5/10
May 3, 2019
Today we continued looking into the precedents set by the 1st five presidents. We worked as a group to read, watch and discuss the work and complete the corresponding questions.
Homework
Late- submit typed or handwritten essay through Schoology
May 2, 2019
Today we continued looking into the precedents set by the 1st five presidents. We reviewed how the geography and climate of the original 13 states created regions that had different economies. We worked as a group to read, watch and discuss the work and complete the corresponding questions.
Homework
Late- submit typed or handwritten essay through Schoology
May 1, 2019
Today we continued looking into the precedents set by the 1st five presidents. We reviewed what a precedent is and how George Washington used it to create a Cabinet of advisors. We worked as a group to read, watch and discuss the work and complete the corresponding questions.
Homework
Late- submit typed or handwritten essay through Schoology
April 30, 2019
Today we began looking into the precedents set by the 1st five presidents. We discussed what a precedent is and how we use it in our lives. We worked as a group to read, watch and discuss the work and complete the corresponding questions.
Homework
Late- submit typed or handwritten essay through Schoology
April 29, 2019
Today kicked off unit 6 by reading a task statement and answering anticipation statements. Afterwards, we discussed our answers using a discussion format called World Café. We circulated around the room until we discussed most of the statements.
Homework
Submit typed or handwritten essay through Schoology
April 26, 2019
Today we used out Unit 5 notes to complete the last Unit 5 quiz. After the quiz, we were able to grade and submit our essays.
Homework
Submit typed or handwritten essay through Schoology
April 25, 2019
Today we finished our final set of Unit 5 notes. We used our resources to review the information we have learned from the last quiz/quarterly. We were able to work independently, with a partner or as a small group. If we finished early, we could continue working on our essay or move on with our listed activities.
Homework
Typed or handwritten essay due on Friday, 4/26
Quiz on Friday, 4/26
April 24, 2019
Today we finished revising the drafts of our essays. We went to different stations to improve our essays. There was a MLA in-text citation, teacher, partner share, organization, mechanics, and final product station. We moved from station to station, as needed.
Homework
Typed or handwritten essay due on Friday, 4/26
Quiz on Friday, 4/26
April 23, 2019
Today we worked on revising the drafts of our essays. We went to different stations to improve our essays. There was a MLA in-text citation, teacher, partner share, organization, mechanics, and final product station. We moved from station to station, as needed.
Homework
Typed or handwritten essay due on Friday, 4/26
Quiz on Friday, 4/26
April 15-22, 2019
No School- Spring Recess Homework
Finish the written draft
April 12, 2019
Today we finished writing the draft to our essay. We worked independently to complete the concluding paragraph then met with partner to revise our work.
Homework
Finish the written draft
April 11, 2019
Today we used our research organizer to finish writing our body paragraphs. Ms. Melendez meet with students in a 1-to-1 setting. There were how-to sheets on how to write the thesis, use in-text citations and body paragraphs.
Homework
Finish the body paragraphs, if needed
April 10, 2019
Today we used our research organizer to write our body paragraphs. We used the thesis and/or mini lesson with Ms. Melendez to organize our writing. Some students went to a mini-lesson with Ms. Melendez to finish the thesis.
Homework
Finish the body paragraphs, if needed
April 9, 2019
Today we used our research organizer to write our thesis statement which is in the introductory paragraph. We used the thesis notes and video to help write the statement. Some students went to a mini-lesson with Ms. Melendez to finish the research organizer.
Homework
Finish the thesis statement, if needed
April 8, 2019
Ms. Melendez was absent but we used the lesson video to start (and finish) the research organizer on one amendment to the Constitution. We picked the amendment then used the Newsela text-sets to conduct guided research. We listed three reasons why some people want to keep the amendment the same and three reasons why people want to change it.
Homework
Finish the research organizer
April 5, 2019
Today we finished the amendment process as listed in the Constitution. We shared our own amendment to the Constitution. We decided which one we wanted to ratify but we needed three-fourths of the class to say "yay." Only two classes were able to ratify an amendment!
Homework
Quarter ends this Friday, April 5th
April 4, 2019
Today we continued or started the amendment process as listed in the Constitution. We examined the amendment process and discussed the different ways to amend the Constitution. Afterwards, we wrote our own amendment to the Constitution then shared it with the class. We decided which one we wanted to ratify but we needed three-fourths of the class to say "yay."
Homework
Quarter ends this Friday, April 5th
April 3, 2019
Today we finished the Bill of Rights work from Monday (or Tuesday). Some of the classes moved on to the amendment process. We examined the amendment process, created our own amendment then voted to ratify it or not as a class. Homework
Quarter ends this Friday, April 5th
April 2, 2019
Today we continued working in groups to determine if the people in each case had rights that were protected by the Bill of Rights. We debated the last few cases regarding search and seizure and criminal cases. Homework
Quarter ends this Friday, April 5th
April 1, 2019
Today we ranked the rights we believed were most important in our lives or we could live without. We worked in groups to determine if the people in each case had rights that were protected by the Bill of Rights. We debated the first few cases and will continue tomorrow. Homework
Quarter ends this Friday, April 5th
March 29, 2019
Today we organized our class folders to prepare for the last topic in Unit 5 and prep for Unit 6. Afterwards, we transitioned to a choice activity.
Homework
Quarter ends next Friday, April 5th
March 28, 2019
Today we completed the quarterly exam. Afterwards, we could pick from a list of options to work on. These included finish missing work, sign up to talk about our social studies grade, organize our binders and/or folders, and more.
Homework
Quarter ends next Friday, April 5th
March 27, 2019
Today we reviewed for the quarterly. The quarterly will cover topics from the last exam until now. These topics include the battles of the Revolutionary war upto Federalism. We have our Unit 4 review guide and Unit 5 notes in our binders.
Homework
Study for the quarterly this week
Quarterly, 3/28
March 26, 2019
Today we finished our partner work related to Federalists and Anti-Federalists. We wrote what the compromise was in order to ratify, or approve the Constitution. At the end of class, we checked and sorted our answers on the whiteboard.
Homework
Study for the quarterly this week
Quarterly, 3/28
March 25, 2019
Today we expanded on the principle of federalism. We analyzed two primary source documents, one from a Federalist and the other from an Anti-Federalist. We organized the main ideas in one of arguments then met with a partner to discuss the other argument.
Homework
Study for the quarterly this week
Quarterly, 3/28
March 22, 2019
Today we looked at another principle of the Constitution, federalism. We worked independently, with a partner or Ms. Melendez to read then sort the powers enumerated to the federal government, concurrent powers and the ones reserved to the states.
Homework
Finish incomplete work (Venn diagram or yesterday's Nearpod- if you picked that option)
Quarterly, 3/28
March 21, 2019
Today we learned how the president gets elected. We learned about the popular and electoral vote. We looked at a general electoral map then the electoral map from 2016. We discussed why the framers of the Constitution created the Electoral College.
Homework
Finish incomplete work
Quarterly, 3/28
March 20, 2019
Today we took the second quiz of the unit. We completed the quiz on the Three-Fifths Compromise through the three branches of government. Afterwards, we could have completed missing work, organized our folder/binders, review for the quarterly, and more.
Homework
Quarterly, 3/28
March 19, 2019
Today some classes debriefed and shared their feelings about the two presentations. Other classes finished their notes on the Three-Fifths Compromise through the three branches of government. Afterwards, we moved on with our schedule of activities.
Homework
Quiz on Wednesday, 3/20
Quarterly, 3/28
March 18, 2019
Today we took the time to complete our binder notes on the the Three-Fifths Compromise through the three branches of government. We worked independently, with a partner or small group to use our classwork in order to complete the notes. These notes will stay in the binder. Some students joined Ms.Melendez for a mini-lesson on the Great Compromise.
Homework
Quiz on Wednesday, 3/20
March 15, 2019
Today we started the checks and balances debate. We shared our goal with the class then discussed how we were use the powers written in the Constitution to "check" the other branches. At the end of class, we discussed how checks and balances are used and why people should know about it.
Homework
None
March 14, 2019
Today we used the information we learned about the powers of each branch to help accomplish our goal. We decided how we were going to use our powers and check the other branches. We will finish tomorrow.
Homework
None
March 13, 2019
Today we looked at two principles written in the Constitution, separation of powers and checks and balances. We identified the branches of the government and their respected powers. Next, we sorted the powers as a class. Afterwards, we prepared for our role-playing activity using checks and balances.
Homework
None
March 12, 2019
Today we finished analyzing the seven principles found within the Constitution of the United States. We finished our doodle notes or written notes independently, with a partner or small group then explained why those principles were included. We completed an exit ticket before we left.
Homework
Finish incomplete work
March 11, 2019
Today we analyzed the preamble of the Constitution then the seven principles. We picked which style of notes we wanted to complete to learn about the 7 principles in the Constitution. We will finish the work tomorrow.
Homework
None
March 8, 2019
Today we finished analyzing parts of the Constitution that directly dealt with slavery. We discussed why slavery and the slave trade continued until 1808.
Homework
Finish incomplete work
March 7, 2019
Today we analyzed parts of the Constitution that directly dealt with slavery. We read the modern day versions of each Articles and section to rewrite it in our own words. We read about the Three-Fifths Compromise, slavery in the United States and the slave trade. We decided whether the Articles stopped or promoted slavery then how we would amend it today.
Homework
None
March 6, 2019
Today we finished using our math skills to help us figure out how the Three-Fifths Compromise affected the number of representatives in the House of Representatives. We shared out our answers to the questions then wrote our response to the guiding question.
Homework
None
March 5, 2019
Today we used our math skills to help us figure out how the Three-Fifths Compromise affected the number of representatives in the House of Representatives. We figured out how many representatives each state would receive if the total population was counted or only the freed people were counted. Then we figured out how the Three-Fifths Compromise helped certain states.
Homework
Bring in signed permission slips ASAP- tomorrow is the last day.
March 4, 2019
Snow day- No School
March 1, 2019
Today we completed the quiz on the Articles of Confederation, Shays' rebellion and the Great Compromise. Afterwards, we had the option to revise our work for Unit 5, complete missing work, or complete extending beyond options on Schoology.
Homework
Bring in signed permission slips ASAP.
February 28, 2019
Today we took the time to complete our binder notes on the Articles of Confederation, Shays' rebellion and the Great Compromise. We worked independently, with a partner or small group to use our classwork in order to complete the notes. These notes will stay in the binder. Some students joined Ms.Melendez for a mini-lesson on the Articles of Confederation and Shays' rebellion.
Homework
Quiz of Friday, 3/1 (Articles of Confederation through Constitutional Convention)
Bring in signed permission slips ASAP.
February 27, 2019
Today we continued the Constitutional Convention simulation. We learned how they decided who should run the executive branch. We debated which idea was better and why it was necessary to come to a consensus. Afterwards, we worked independently, with a partner or group to complete our notes. These notes can be used as a study guide for the quiz.
Homework
Quiz of Friday, 3/1 (Articles of Confederation through Constitutional Convention)
Bring in signed permission slips ASAP.
February 26, 2019
Today we started the Constitutional Convention simulation. We learned about the New Jersey Plan, the Virginia Plan and the Great Compromise. We debated which plan was better and why it was necessary to come to a consensus.
Homework
Quiz of Friday, 3/1 (Articles of Confederation through Constitutional Convention)
Bring in signed permission slips ASAP.
February 25, 2019
Today we started the Constitutional Convention by analyzing who was and was not invited to the Convention in Philadelphia. We worked as a group to identify their wealth, land owning status, if they were enslavers, and more. Then we read about the people who were not invited. At the end, we discussed how representative the Convention was.
Homework
Bring in signed permission slips ASAP.
February 18-22, 2019
Winter Recess-Schools Closed
February 15, 2019
Today we finished identifying how people reacted to Shays' rebellion. We analyzed Thomas Jefferson's letter about the rebellion then we discussed why a textbook would claim all people wanted a strong central government when evidence proves otherwise.
Homework
Finish missing work if it is flagged in Infinite Campus
Bring in signed permission slips ASAP.
February 14, 2019
Today we started to look at how people viewed Shays' rebellion. We reviewed which powers the states had under the Articles of Confederation the worked with our partners to analyze a textbook excerpt. Tomorrow, we will analyze Thomas Jefferson's letter about the rebellion.
Homework
Bring in signed permission slips, due 2/15.
February 13, 2019
Today we finished our Articles of Confederation work. We identified the strengths and weaknesses of this first plan for government with a partner then we decided if the first plan for government was strong or weak. Afterwards, we reviewed the information we learned from the simulation and reading.
Homework
Finish RACES paragraph, if needed.
Bring in signed permission slips, due 2/15.
February 12, 2019
Snow day- No School
February 11, 2019
Today we participated in an Articles of Confederation simulation. We did a brief overview on what the Articles of Confederation actually were and the powers given to the Congress and states. We became delegates for each state then made choices that benefited our state. At the end of class, we discussed what the strengths and weaknesses of Articles of Confederation were.
Homework
Bring in signed permission slips, due 2/15.
February 8, 2019
Today we organized our folders and began discussing the next learning unit. We discussed what government is and what type of government we picked for our ELA utopia project. Next, we read the different opinions regarding the second amendment. Some people want to amend it while others want to uphold it. Our next unit will focus on government, laws and rights.
Homework
Bring in signed permission slips, due 2/15.
February 7, 2019
Today we finished the Unit 4 test. We were able to work on a choice of activities and assignments if we finished early.
Homework
Bring in signed permission slips, due 2/15.
February 6, 2019
Today we began the Unit 4 test. Due to shortened periods, we will continue the test tomorrow.
Homework
Study
Bring in signed permission slips, due 2/15.
February 5, 2019
Today we voted on how we wanted to review by selecting JamBall! or Zap! We worked as a group to answer the questions and correct any misunderstandings.
Homework
Bring in signed permission slips, due 2/15.
Study (review guide, notes, Quizlet, IXL available) - the answer key will be posted on Saturday.
Unit 4 Test on 2/6
February 4, 2019
Today reviewed propaganda and how it was used during the 1750s to 1770s. We discussed what propaganda is and how it was used to convince regular citizens to take a stance on issues regarding the mother country. Afterwards, we picked the assignment we wanted to work on.
Homework
Study (review guide, notes, Quizlet, IXL available) - the answer key will be posted on Saturday.
Unit 4 Test on 2/6
February 1, 2019
Today we spent the time reviewing the information we learned during Unit 4. This includes information from the French and Indian War until the Treaty of Paris, 1783. Ms. Melendez moved the test to Wednesday, 2/6.
Homework
Study (review guide, notes, Quizlet, IXL available) - the answer key will be posted on Saturday.
Unit 4 Test on 2/6
January 31, 2019
Today the guidance counselors came to talk about our career inventory.
Homework
Review guide due Friday, 2/1
Unit 4 Test on 2/4
January 30, 2019
Today we viewed our notes using a game called "Back-to-Back." We worked as geographers to study 5 different maps. Then we reviewed the Treaty of Paris, 1783. Afterwards, we completed any catch-up work such as our battles notes, Nearpod quiz, started the review guide, and more.
Homework
Review guide due Friday, 2/1
Unit 4 Test on 2/4
January 29, 2019
Today Ms. Melendez was absent but we worked on the treaty of Paris of 1783. We used the Nearpod app to read or listen to the information, take a quiz and play a matching game. If we finished early, we could organize our binders, finish our major battles notes and move on with our schedules.
Homework
Finish the Treaty of Paris, 1873 notes and Nearpod
January 28, 2019
Today we shared our battle or event poster to the class. Each group member spent five minutes sharing the factual information on Long Island, Trenton, White Plains, Saratoga, Yorktown or the winter at Valley Forge. After sharing, we discuss which battle or event was the most important.
Homework
None
January 25, 2019
Today we finished working on our battle or event poster on Long Island, Trenton, White Plains, Saratoga, Yorktown or the winter at Valley Forge. We worked as a team to fact check our work, decorate the paper, and finish on time. We revised our work using the answer key and decided the order of the presentation tomorrow .
Homework
None
January 24, 2019
Today we began to learn about the major battles of the Revolutionary war. We worked in groups to learn about the battles at Long Island, Trenton, White Plains, Saratoga, Yorktown and the winter at Valley Forge.
Homework
Last day to hand in late Unit 4 work is this Friday, 1/25
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 23, 2019
Social Studies Midterm
Homework
Last day to hand in late Unit 4 work is this Friday, 1/25
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 22, 2019
Social Studies Midterm
Homework
Study, you can use your notes, Quizlet, the review guid, IXL and more!
Midterm on 1/23
Last day to hand in late Unit 4 work is this Friday, 1/25
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 21, 2019
No School- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 18, 2019
Today we reviewed the format of the midetem- the short response on 1/22 and multiple choice on 1/23. Ms. Melendez shared the different ways to study: using the review sheet, having someone quiz us on our notes, playing the midterm Quizlet, and reviewing on IXL (highlighted choices for 4th grade). Afterwards, we played a review game called "Zap!"
Homework
Study, you can use your notes, Quizlet, the review guid, IXL and more!
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 17, 2019
Today we finished analyzing the Declaration of Independence by interpreting it into modern day language. Afterwards, we continued with our schedules. Last, we reviewed how the thinkers of the Enlightenment period inspired Common Sense and the Declaration of Independence.
Homework
Complete the study guide (answer key will be available on Schoology)
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 16, 2019
Today we examined Thomas Paine's Common Sense and the Declaration of Independence. We learned how Thomas Paine and others were inspired by thinkers of the Enlightenment period. Next, we worked with a partner to interpret the Declaration of Independence into today's language.
Homework
Complete page 3 of the study guide (14 questions)
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 15, 2019
Today we reviewed what happened during the battle at Bunker Hill by sharing our Cornell Notes questions. We learned about the strengths and weaknesses of the Continental and British armies. We worked as a group to complete the work and share our answers. At the end of class, we completing a sorting activity.
Homework
Finish incomplete work, if needed
Complete page 2 of the study guide (9 questions)
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 14, 2019
Today learned about the 2nd Continental Congress and the battle at Bunker Hill. We learned what the colonist decided to do after the battles at Lexington and Concord. Afterwards, we discussed why the armies would want to be at the top of the hill during the battle. We finished our Cornell Notes and moved on to our choice activities.
Homework
Finish incomplete work, if needed
Complete page 1 of the study guide (7 questions)
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 11, 2019
Today we finished our schedule which included the Lexington and Concord storyboard, taxes matching activity, exploring the Freedom Trail in Boston, and review activities. We met to review who would be considered a Loyalist, Patriot, or neutral.
Homework
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 10, 2019
Today we continued working on our schedule which included the Lexington and Concord storyboard, taxes matching activity, exploring the Freedom Trail in Boston, and more. We discussed what happened at Lexington and Concord and why it is considered "the shot heard round the world."
Homework
Lexington and Concord storyboard is due Friday, 1/11
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 9, 2019
Today we discussed the colonists response by meeting during the 1st Continental Congress. We reviewed what led to the meeting and began working on our schedule which included the Lexington and Concord storyboard, taxes matching activity, exploring the Freedom Trail in Boston, and more.
Homework
Lexington and Concord storyboard is due Friday, 1/11
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 8, 2019
Today we used our notes from yesterday to engage in a discussion about the Sons of Liberty. We used evidence to share our responses and ask each other questions.
Homework
Finish discussion reflection on Schoology, if needed
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 7, 2019
Today we learned about the Coercive/Intolerable Acts then began to look at how the Sons of Liberty helped sparked events which led to the American Revolution. To prepare for our debate, we looked at how different people might view the Sons of Liberty.
Homework
Finish annotations, if needed
Midterm on 1/22 and 1/23
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 4, 2019
Today we finished working with our partner to analyze various primary and secondary sources to determine what really happened during the Boston Massacre. We used ACAPS to help us understand images and text. Afterwards, we continued working on our scheduled activities.
Homework
Finish incomplete work you owe
Quarter 2 ends 1/25
January 3, 2019
Today we looked at various primary and secondary sources to determine what really happened during the Boston Massacre. We used ACAPS to help us understand images and text. At the end, we picked which image best represents what happened during the event.
Homework
Finish incomplete work, if needed
January 2, 2019
Today we reviewed using Quizlet Live! We looked at some of the colonists reactions to the new taxes and acts. We learned about the boycotting, protests, petitions, violence and more that were used. We discussed which form of protest would be most effective in getting the government to change their actions.
Homework
Finish BrainPop worksheet, if needed
December 24, 2018-January 1, 2019
No School-Holiday Recess
December 21, 2018
Today we finished evaluating why the relationship between the colonists and the British government began to change. We finished working on our schedules which included a timeline, propaganda poster, partner review, a matching game and more. Afterwards, we reviewed the last two taxes/acts.
Homework
Finish incomplete work, if needed
December 20, 2018
Today we continued to look at why the relationship between the colonists and the British government began to change. We continued working on our schedules which included a timeline, propaganda poster, partner review, a matching game and more. Afterwards, we reviewed two new taxes/acts.
Homework
Finish reflection for day 2 on your paper, if needed
Review your notes from this week
December 19, 2018
Today we shared why the relationship between the colonists and the British government began to change. We play a simulation game about taxes to learn how taxes work and why the colonists thought they were unfair (and why the government would think they were necessary). Afterwards, we began to identify some of the new taxes and acts.
Homework
Finish reflection for day 1 on your paper, if needed
Review your notes from this week
December 18, 2018
Today we learned how different people would view the Proclamation of 1763. We looked at the declaration from the colonists, Native American and British government perspectives. Afterwards, we decided who would think if they would think the Proclamation of 1763 to be fair.
Homework
Finish reflection, if needed
December 17, 2018
Today we reviewed the homework answers. We finished the lesson video on the French and Indian War, or Seven Years' War. Afterwards, we reviewed the concepts, took a field trip to various cities and forts, and more. At the end, we shared out the effects of the French and Indian War.
Homework
Finish notes, if needed
December 14, 2018
Today we started Unit 4 by learning about the French and Indian War, or the Seven Years' War. We reviewed the similarities and differences between the British colonies and New France then began the lesson video. We chose how we wanted to complete our notes (Cornell notes, mind map, or graphic organizer) then continued with our choice options. At the end, we shared out some review answers.
Homework
Complete the "Join or Die!" worksheet
December 13, 2018
Today we complete the Unit 3 test. We completed various multiple choice questions and one short-response. Afterwards, we could finish our schedules, hand in missing work, revise work, complete extension activities, and more.
Homework
None
December 12, 2018
Today we reviewed for the Unit 3 test using the game, Jam Ball!
Homework
Study for the unit test (study guide was provided last Thursday)
Last day to hand in late work for Unit 3 is tomorrow
December 11, 2018
Today some classes reviewed how the middle and southern colonies adapted to their environment and climate. We reviewed the possible answers to the question, "Why did the colonies develop different economies?" We continued working on our 13 Colonies packet.
Homework
Finish page 11 in the packet, if needed
Unit 3 test moved to 12/13
December 10, 2018
Today we reviewed how the middle and southern colonies adapted to their environment and climate. We looked at how mercantilism fueled the Triangular trade of raw goods and enslaved people ( the Middle Passage). We continued working on our 13 Colonies packet.
Homework
Finish page 13 in the packet, if needed
Unit 3 test moved to 12/13
December 7, 2018
Today we went over how mercantilism provided European countries with more wealth and power. We played a simulation game to show how laws were put in place that benefited the country over the colonies. Afterwards, we picked how we wanted to complete our classwork (independently, with a partner or home group).
Homework
Finish page 6 - 9 in the packet, if needed
Unit 3 test on 12/12
December 6, 2018
Today looked at the English colonies in North America. We did an interactive activity with the word "colony." We discussed why the English were coming over and where they landed. Afterwards, we picked how we wanted to complete our classwork (independently, with a partner or home group).
Homework
Finish page 4 +5 in the packet, if needed
Unit 3 test on 12/12
December 5, 2018
Half-day for all students Today we finished learning about the early settlements in the New World. We looked at primary and secondary sources, toured some settlements using drone footage and virtual reality, and videos.
Homework
Scavenger hunt sheet due 12/6
Unit 3 test on 12/12
December 4, 2018
Today we continued learning about the early settlements in the New World. We looked at primary and secondary sources, toured some settlements using drone footage and virtual reality, and videos.
Homework
Finish the row you were working on today
Scavenger hunt sheet due 12/6
December 3, 2018
Today we began the explorer and early settlement scavenger hunt. We used the clues to guide us to the correct settlement and/or colony. While we were there, we looked at primary and secondary sources, toured some settlements using drone footage and virtual reality, and videos.
Homework
Finish the row you were working on today
Scavenger hunt sheet due 12/6
November 30, 2018
Today we discussed what the Columbian Exchange was. We compared it to a middle school example then discussed the possible positive and negative outcomes. Afterwards, we worked with our partner to sort the positive and negative then independently, wrote a paragraph about the Columbian Exchange.
Homework
Finish the RACES paragraph (extra help how-to sheet is posted in Schoology)
November 29, 2018
Today we worked the classwork related to the causes of the Age of Exploration. We finished our group activity (if needed), learned how to use an astrolabe, watched a summary video, review the classwork by using online sources and a game, and conferenced with Ms. Melendez
Homework
Finish incomplete work
November 28, 2018
Today we continued exploring how gold, God, glory and technology caused and/or advanced travel around the world. We kept working as a group to analyze the artifacts in the "sunken ship."
Homework
Fishbone chart is due tomorrow, 11/29
November 27, 2018
Today guidance came in to talk about career interests and choices. Tomorrow we will continue our group work.
Homework
None
November 26, 2018
Today we explored how gold, God, glory and technology caused and/or advanced travel around the world. We worked as a group to analyze the artifacts in the "sunken ship."
Homework
None
November 22-23, 2018
Schools closed- Thanksgiving break
November 21, 2018
Today is our team activity day. We were in the media center during the team periods. We review the expectations during a town hall, made goals using "Smarties," learned about the "Pay it Forward" movement, and began our pay it forward activity.
Homework
None, unless you own past due work
November 20, 2018
Today we finished the fishbone chart which manages the causes and effects of European exploration. Ms. Melendez met with different groups to review the information and revise, if needed.
Homework
Finish the top half of the fish bone chart
Finish the Mayans, Aztecs, Incas chart, if needed
November 19, 2018
Today we worked on the fish bone chart which manages the causes and effects of European exploration. Since last Friday was a snow day, we continued working on the same activities. Ms. Melendez had a notes mini-lesson.
Homework
None
November 16, 2018
Snow day- No School
November 15, 2018
Today we explored the causes of European exploration. We looked at the major events taking place in Europe (review from 6th grade) and how it may have impacted the decisions of explorers and civilians.
Homework
None
November 14, 2018
Today we finished the Mayans, Aztecs, and Incas chart/Venn diagram. We were able to learn more about each group by watching videos, playing games, and more.
Homework
None (personal homework: finish chart)
November 13, 2018
Today we worked with a partner to learn about the civilizations and empires of Central and South America. We learned how these groups affect us today and how they adapted to their environment.
Homework
None
November 12, 2018
No school- Veterans Day
November 9, 2018
Today we reviewed our answers from the quarterly. We had a chance to review the information related to the question, play a review game, meet with Ms. Melendez and continue with our activity list.
Homework
Finish quarterly review sheet you started in class
November 8, 2018
Today we completed the quarterly assessment. We reviewed the tasks we could complete once we finished the test before starting.
Homework
None
November 7, 2018
Today continued reviewing for the quarterly this Thursday. We were able to review in a variety of ways: Quizlet, notes review with a partner or group, and hands-on games. We met with Ms. Melendez to go over any questions about Native American regions.
Homework
Quizizz study game- code= 007682
Social studies quarterly, 11/8 (study your notes from unit 1 and 2)
November 6, 2018
Election Day- No school for students
November 5, 2018
Today we reviewed and discussed what a midterm election was then began reviewing for the quarterly this Thursday. We were able to review in a variety of ways: Quizlet, notes review with a partner or group, and hands-on games.
Homework
Social studies quarterly, 11/8 (study your notes from unit 1 and 2)
November 2, 2018
Today we finished the jigsaw activity. We reviewed the discussion strategy, "30-second Expert." We wrote our own responses to summarize how the geography of each region shaped the tribes located in that region.
Homework
Finish incomplete work
Social studies quarterly, 11/8 (study your notes from unit 1 and 2)
November 1, 2018
Today we finished our group work for the jigsaw activity. We reviewed the discussion strategy, "30-second Expert." After discussing some issues with might encounter, we meet with our expert groups. We shared what we learned about each indigenous region. We will continue tomorrow.
Homework
Social studies quarterly, 11/8 (study your notes from unit 1 and 2)
October 31, 2018
Today we completed our 2nd CPR of the month. We worked on eye contact and listening during the greeting. We spent time working on holding a conversation for a period of time. For the activity, we learned how to develop problem-solving skills while trying to be the last person standing.
Homework
None
October 30, 2018
Today we continued learning about the regions where indigenous people lived (and some continue to live today). We finished our meeting with our home group to learn about 1 region. We continued with the "curiosity" choices to learn more about these tribes cultures (past and present day). Later on in the week, we will be teaching another group about our region.
Homework
None
October 29, 2018
Today we began learning about the regions where indigenous people lived (and some continue to live today). We met as a home group to learn about 1 region. Later on in the week, we will be teaching another group about our region.
Homework
None
October 26, 2018
Today we wrapped up our work from the activity list. We shared our notes with a partner or as a home group, completed our regions map, reviewed our new vocabulary terms, and more. Homework
Finish incomplete choice work
October 25, 2018
Today we completed the unit 2 quiz on our notes from Monday and Tuesday. We used our notes to help us answer the questions. Afterwards, we reviewed the new activity list after yesterday's feedback survey.
Homework
Finish incomplete choice work
October 24, 2018
Today we completed two choice activities which included finishing incomplete work, reviewing our notes with a partner/group, watching review videos, etc. We continued to apply our note taking skills from unit 1 to today's work.
Homework
Finish incomplete choice work
Quiz on thursday, 10/25
October 23, 2018
Today we learned how people adapted to their environment after migrating from Asia to the Americas. We continued to apply our note taking skills from unit 1 to today's work.
Homework
Finish incomplete choice work
Quiz on thursday, 10/25
October 22, 2018
Today we began unit 2. We identified the different theories of migration from Asia to the Americas. We learned what archaeologists have discovered such as the Clovis and Monte Verde sites. We applied our note taking skills from unit 1 to today's reading.
Homework
Finish incomplete choice work
October 19, 2018
Today we completed our Unit 1 test. The topics covered were from the notes we completed two weeks ago. These topics included geography, history, economics, and government.
Homework
Enjoy your weekend
October 18, 2018
Today we finished our inter-class discussion using Flipgrid. The rest of the groups met with Ms. Melendez to review map skills. We worked on reviewing our notes, completing the study guide, practicing key terms and definitions, and review games to prepare us for the unit test.
Homework
Review your notes
Unit test this Friday, 10/19
October 17, 2018
Today we continued our inter-class discussion using Flipgrid. Some of the groups met with Ms. Melendez to review map skills. The rest of the groups will meet with here tomorrow. We worked on reviewing our notes, practicing key terms and definitions, and review games to prepare us for the unit test.
Homework
Review your notes
Unit test this Friday, 10/19
Last day to hand in late work is 10/17
October 16, 2018
Today we continued our inter-class discussion using Flipgrid. We worked as a class to complete an interdependent activity which simulated how countries rely on each other. We worked on reviewing our notes, practicing key terms and definitions, and review games to prepare us for the unit test.
Homework
Review your notes
Unit test this Friday, 10/19
Last day to hand in late work is 10/17
October 15, 2018
Today we began our inter-class discussion using Flipgrid. We reviewed the Flipgrid discussion criteria then began recording our answers. Also, we worked on reviewing our notes, practicing key terms and definitions, and review games to prepare us for the unit test.
Homework
Review your notes
Unit test this Friday, 10/19
Last day to hand in late work is 10/17
October 12, 2018
Today we revised our written statements. We viewed a S.T.A.R. revision video, applied it to our written statements then submitted our assignments through Schoology.
Homework
Unit test next Friday, 10/19
Last day to hand in late work is 10/17
October 11, 2018
Today we continued working on our schedules. We answered the unit question: what does it mean to be a "good citizen?" We used our personal experiences and notes to help us write the paragraph.
Homework
Written statement due Friday, 10/12
Last day to hand in late work is 10/17
October 10, 2018
Today we continued working on our schedules. We learned what a written statement is then began writing our own based on the unit question. We used our personal experiences and notes to help us write the paragraph.
Homework
Written statement due Friday, 10/12
Last day to hand in late work is 10/17
October 9, 2018
Today we participated in a small group discussion to understand the connect between the 4 concepts found in social studies and the world around us. We read excerpts from different sources and studies then discussed the questions provided. At the end, we shared our findings with the class.
Homework
Written statement due Friday, 10/12
Last day to hand in late work is 10/17
October 8, 2018
No school-Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day
October 5, 2018
7th grade class trip
October 4, 2018
Today we participated in our 3rd Circle, Power and Respect. We greeted each other with a ball toss, shared some commonalities, and played "Zip-Zap." We said 'thank-you' with a fantastic cheer.
Homework
Finish any incomplete work
October 3, 2018
Today we finished the notes on the 4 concepts of social studies: geography, history, economics and government. We were able to practice the information we learned through individual, partner and group activities. Homework
Finish any incomplete work
October 2, 2018
Today was picture day. We spent most of the class period outside.
Homework
Completed notes are due tomorrow
October 1, 2018
Today we continued using the three style of notes we thought would best fit our learning needs. We applied these notes to understand the 4 concepts of social studies: geography, history, economics and government. We were able to practice the information we learned through individual, partner and group activities. Homework
Finish any incomplete work
Bring photo package for picture day tomorrow
September 28, 2018
Today we continued using the three style of notes we thought would best fit our learning needs. We applied these notes to understand the 4 concepts of social studies: geography, history, economics and government. Homework
Finish any incomplete work
Last page of the parent packet is due ASAP
September 27, 2018
Today we continued using the three style of notes we thought would best fit our learning needs. We applied these notes to understand the 4 concepts of social studies: geography, history, economics and government. Homework
Finish any incomplete work
Signed Bear Mountain permission slip is due 9/28
Last page of the parent packet is due 9/28
September 26, 2018
Today we continued using the three style of notes we thought would best fit our learning needs. After understanding how to use the different notes, we began learning about the four concepts found in social studies. We reviewed the flexible seating options in class. Homework
Finish any incomplete work
Signed Bear Mountain permission slip is due 9/28
Last page of the parent packet is due 9/28
September 25, 2018
Today we began using the three style of notes we thought would best fit our learning needs. After understanding how to use the different notes, we began learning about the four concepts found in social studies. There was a mini-lesson on scheduling. Homework
Finish any incomplete work
Signed Bear Mountain permission slip is due 9/28
Last page of the parent packet is due 9/28
September 24, 2018
Today we discussed how some note-taking styles work best for certain students. We talked about the type of learner that would benefit from using that note-taking method. We had a chance to learn more about each style before picking our top 3 favorites. Homework
Finish any incomplete work
Signed Bear Mountain permission slip is due 9/28
Bring home parent/guardian packet
September 21, 2018
Today we continued working on our schedules. This included reading the unit task statement, rubric, textbook scavenger hunt, online survey, etc. Homework
Finish the textbook scavenger hunt
Signed Bear Mountain permission slip is due 9/28
Bring home parent/guardian packet
September 20, 2018
Today we finished reviewing the unit 1 task statement and the rubric as a class. We continued working on our schedules. This included reading the unit task statement, rubric, textbook scavenger hunt, online survey, etc. Homework
Signed Bear Mountain permission slip is due 9/28
Bring home parent/guardian packet
September 19, 2018
No School- Yom Kippur
September 18, 2018
Today we learned reviewed the unit 1 task statement and the rubric as a class. We continued working on our schedules. This included reading the unit task statement, rubric, textbook scavenger hunt, online survey, etc. Homework
Signed Bear Mountain permission slip is due 9/28
Bring home parent/guardian packet
September 17, 2018
Today we learned how to schedule ourselves using Schoology. We practiced as a whole class then began our activities for the week. This included reading the unit task statement, rubric, textbook scavenger hunt, etc. Homework
Signed Bear Mountain permission slip is due 9/28
September 14, 2018
Today we participated in our second Circle of Power and Respect. We worked on learning each others' names, shared something we enjoyed about the summer, and played round 2 of 'Buzz.' Afterwards, we finished our schedule activities with our home groups or by ourselves.
Homework
Charge and reset your iPad passcode
Give the photo package to the adult at your home
September 12, 2018
Today we continued on list of activities. After 15-20 minutes, we retrieved our iPads. We stored the iPads in our lockers until we went home.
Homework
Charge and reset your iPad passcode
Give the photo package to the adult at your home
September 11, 2018
Today we met with our home group. We completed some group and individual activities. The goal was to learn new classroom procedures then get to know each other. Some groups played "home group Jenga," set up their folders, or started "Places and Spaces." At the end, we played quiz, quiz, swap!
Homework
Bring in signed iPad contract- you get the iPads tomorrow!
September 7, 2018
Today we completed a social studies pre-assessment. The pre-assessment was to gauge what we already about geography, United States history, economics and government. It did not count as a quiz or test, just classwork. Afterwards, we participated in our first Circle of Power and Respect. This is a way for the class to get to know each other and work on life skills.
Homework
Bring in supplies
Bring in signed iPad contract
September 6, 2018
Today we became familiar with our social studies classroom. We learned three new class procedures and how to start a class schedule. We will continue to use a schedule throughout the school year.
Homework
Bring in supplies
Bring in signed iPad contract
September 5, 2018
Today we learned more about the building procedures. We met as a team to go over our team expectations and design a logo and name. We ended the day with a Circle of Power and Respect!