Every week, we are using the newspaper in our classroom. This week, we read an article about tools (hand tools) and the discovery of microscopes. The students in third period read the book entitled, The Starry Messenger. They enjoyed the facts about Galileo and his popularity with the telescope.
Picture Day is September 18th. Don't forget to look your best on that day.
Planners are checked on Fridays. Each student needs to fill out each subject area to help the communication between school and home. We at HCMS, are trying to help your child do their best. We need your assistance.
On a personal note, in the woods below our house, two fawns with spots have started grazing. They are gorgeous! Our dog, Champ, doesn't see very well and gets startled easily.
He barks to let them know that he is in charge! HA!
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Midterms tomorrow! (9/10/09)
Students need to make sure they have all work turned in to me. They are missing notecards and this is very easily corrected. However, each student must do the work....some students are having trouble keeping up with their belongings--planner, paper, pencils.....use those lovely trapper keepers and folders please....
Some students need to wear tennis shoes or at least bring them to wear during wellness. I don't want anyone injuring themselves when we play any games outside. We walked on the track today.
Speeches are almost completely wrapped up....the students did well but relied heavily on their notecards. Their voices suddenly became softer when it was their moment to shine. Don't worry! We will be doing some impromptu speeches during the coming month.
Poems are to be recited on September 18th. Don't forget to study!!!!! It is worth fifteen points.
Some students need to wear tennis shoes or at least bring them to wear during wellness. I don't want anyone injuring themselves when we play any games outside. We walked on the track today.
Speeches are almost completely wrapped up....the students did well but relied heavily on their notecards. Their voices suddenly became softer when it was their moment to shine. Don't worry! We will be doing some impromptu speeches during the coming month.
Poems are to be recited on September 18th. Don't forget to study!!!!! It is worth fifteen points.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
September 8th (2009) Tuesday after Labor Day Weekend
The students took a vocabulary test. They used their notecards with words and definitions to write sentences with detailed explanations of the word.
Several classes are reading Maniac Magee, Freak the Mighty and Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes. Students need NINE AR points for the first nine weeks. This goal will be individualized during the second, third and fourth nine weeks.
Has your child taken any tests?
On September 18th, students will be having their pictures made and also be reciting their second poem of the year. They were given a copy of their poems last week. (August 31-September 4)
Also I hope everyone was able to have time to rest and relax. It was a wonderful weekend....
Several classes are reading Maniac Magee, Freak the Mighty and Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes. Students need NINE AR points for the first nine weeks. This goal will be individualized during the second, third and fourth nine weeks.
Has your child taken any tests?
On September 18th, students will be having their pictures made and also be reciting their second poem of the year. They were given a copy of their poems last week. (August 31-September 4)
Also I hope everyone was able to have time to rest and relax. It was a wonderful weekend....
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Good morning, September!
Worksheets with ant, anti, contra, counter and ob are missing in action from some students. Need to get those into me as quickly as possible..thanks for your help!
Read the story, "The White Umbrella" on pages 34-41 and answered questions relating to the story. The students started learning how to use PEER FACILITATION CIRCLES when they are reading a selection, in this case--a short story.
Discussion centered on the differences in families and their cultural expectations. Also the main character lied or embellished the truth to appear more confident.
On another note, it is important for students to have the proper tennis shoes during wellness. It is tough to run in some flip flops or sandals. In my wellness, we have been playing freeze tag and it gives them great joy to tag their teacher repeatedly because she is old and slow......
Read the story, "The White Umbrella" on pages 34-41 and answered questions relating to the story. The students started learning how to use PEER FACILITATION CIRCLES when they are reading a selection, in this case--a short story.
Discussion centered on the differences in families and their cultural expectations. Also the main character lied or embellished the truth to appear more confident.
On another note, it is important for students to have the proper tennis shoes during wellness. It is tough to run in some flip flops or sandals. In my wellness, we have been playing freeze tag and it gives them great joy to tag their teacher repeatedly because she is old and slow......
Monday, August 31, 2009
Speeches on Greek Gods and Goddesses
Make sure you have your notecards ready and your speech is practiced with plenty of eye contact!
You need an extra shot of confidence......fifth period's speeches were awesome!!! I can tell that they were prepared....Yippee!
Students are taking the MAP test today...well, really all this week! Math and Reading are the areas of testing.
Glad students are feeling better from being absent...remember to wash hands often...get a good night's sleep and eat properly. Also students need to drink fluids so they will stay hydrated....
On a personal note, Mrs. Basham paddled a kayak from the Hawesville boat dock to the bend ...I could see the dam and watched my boys as they rode the jet ski.....my arms were rubbery when I paddled back to the boat ramp.....
You need an extra shot of confidence......fifth period's speeches were awesome!!! I can tell that they were prepared....Yippee!
Students are taking the MAP test today...well, really all this week! Math and Reading are the areas of testing.
Glad students are feeling better from being absent...remember to wash hands often...get a good night's sleep and eat properly. Also students need to drink fluids so they will stay hydrated....
On a personal note, Mrs. Basham paddled a kayak from the Hawesville boat dock to the bend ...I could see the dam and watched my boys as they rode the jet ski.....my arms were rubbery when I paddled back to the boat ramp.....
First Period Reading
I am so proud of Jenny Head who gave her speech. She did very well and knew many additional facts about her Greek god.
Mrs. Basham
Accelerated Reading Points will be set soon. The first nine weeks' goal for all students will be nine.
That is correct! Only nine points .....however, the second nine weeks will be individualized for each student.
Mrs. Basham
Accelerated Reading Points will be set soon. The first nine weeks' goal for all students will be nine.
That is correct! Only nine points .....however, the second nine weeks will be individualized for each student.
Vocabulary Quiz #2
The following words will be on the second test of the nine weeks....
1)Anemia
2)Ambiguous
3)Ambivalent
4)Ambidextrous
5)Anarchy
6)Antecede
7)Antiseptic
8)Antislavery
9)Archeology
10)Archenemy
11)Catastrophe
12)Catapult
13)Polyglot
14)Multifarious
Prefixes:
an-without
ante-before
arch-chief; against
cata-down
ambi-both
The quiz is September 8th. We are currently doing speeches in class and reading novels during Monday and Tuesday. Study these words listed above because I want you to do well.
1)Anemia
2)Ambiguous
3)Ambivalent
4)Ambidextrous
5)Anarchy
6)Antecede
7)Antiseptic
8)Antislavery
9)Archeology
10)Archenemy
11)Catastrophe
12)Catapult
13)Polyglot
14)Multifarious
Prefixes:
an-without
ante-before
arch-chief; against
cata-down
ambi-both
The quiz is September 8th. We are currently doing speeches in class and reading novels during Monday and Tuesday. Study these words listed above because I want you to do well.
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