6-2 2018/2019 Assignments
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Past Assignments
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Hatchet Chs. 1-5 vocab quiz will be on Thursday 5/23. Definitions will be given on Monday. All summaries for Chapters 1-4 should be written and ready to be checked on Monday.
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Upcoming Final Schedule:
5/21 - ELA Extended Essay written in class
5/29 - ELA Final
5/30 - SS Final
5/31 - Science Final
6/3 - Math Final
6/4 - Religion and Spanish Final
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Greek gods and monsters project due April 29th.
Using the god or monster that you have been assigned, create a poster that includes:
- a title of your god or monster, and your name and class
- a 1-2 paragraph summary of important information about your god or monster written as an informative essay in 3rd person (only presentation is done in 1st person). Each paragraph should be 10 or more sentences written in 12-13 font size, 1.5 spacing, Times New Roman or Arial font. Must have a heading and title
- 4 pictures with captions written in complete sentences that include relevant information and a description of each picture
- at least 3 sources typed in MLA format located on the bottom right-hand corner of the poster
- project should be done on posterboard only (24x36) - no foam board, trifold, oaktag, or construction paper
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- in 1st person point of view, you will present your god or monster to the class beginning Monday, April 29th. Include any relevant or interesting facts about your god or monster. Teach your audience something new about your god/monster. Be prepared to answer questions.
- you may dress up as your god or monster, or bring in a symbol/s or representation/s of your god/monster (Ex: trident, lightning bolt) Your god/monster costume/outfit must be easy for you to put on over your uniform which you will do right before you present. Props must be school appropriate.
- presentations should last 1-2 minutes. You must be well-prepared to speak without looking at any reference materials. Small index cards are allowed to help remind you what to say, but are not to be directly read from.
Project and Presentations will be graded as a test out of 50 points and effort is a key factor in your grade. Will be graded on content, originality, factual relevance and accuracy, organization, eye contact, volume, inflection and tone, audience engagement, attitude and effort, and knowledge of the material presented.
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Complete Spelling worksheets pgs. 27&28. May be graded. Spelling quiz on Monday.
6-1 Venn Diagram due on Monday.
6-2 Venn Diagram will be due on Tuesday. We will finish the movie on Monday.
Research and choose 5 gods, goddesses, or monsters that you would like to do for your project. They will be assigned on Monday and we will discuss the specifics of the project then.
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Complete Spelling worksheet pg. 26. Quiz will be on Monday.
The Lightning Thief Venn Diagram is due on Monday. Will be graded.
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Please complete the reading packet titled, "Dust." Work on the packet as if it is the state exam. Use the test taking strategies that we have been doing in class. Be sure to underline and annotate important details. Answer short answer and extended response questions in complete sentences using the RACE method.
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Read passages and complete all multiple choice questions in the reading packet.
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Read and complete the reading packet, "Vivian's Move". May be graded.
Journal Write - Please describe one inner character trait about yourself that you are most proud of or happy to have. Explain this trait in detail, telling me why you chose this particular trait and how you display or share it with others. Give examples from your life to show this trait in action. Follow the journal format that we have been doing all year.
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The Lightning Thief Chs. 18-22 test has been moved to Wednesday, 3/20. You must study vocab words, reread and know the sequence of events of Chs. 18-22, the climax, one theme and be able to explain it, and one internal or external conflict and be able to explain it.
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Complete the reading practice packet to review for the NYS ELA Exam. Be sure to thoroughly answer short response questions in restated, complete sentences. May be graded.
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Complete Main Idea and Details review worksheet pgs. 57 and 67. Answer in restated, thorough sentences.
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Complete Main Idea and Details practice worksheet pgs. 53 and 68. May be graded
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Review Internal and External Conflict for quiz tomorrow.
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Complete Main Idea and Details practice worksheet pgs. 53 and 58. May be graded.
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Lent Word Cloud - Please use the hand template to create a word cloud using words relating to Lent and the Easter season. All words used must be religious words. You may not use words in your word cloud that are related to the commercial Easter holiday. The word Lent should be written on the front cover along with a drawing of a religious symbol. Another religious symbol should be drawn on the inside left side of the hand. The word cloud belongs on the inside right side of the hand. You are expected to include about 40-50 religious words in your word cloud. When creating your word cloud, please think of a scheme of color and design. Words should be written in various sizes, positions, and colors. The back of the right side of the hand must be glued on to a piece of construction paper. Will be graded.
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Please write a summary for Chapter 22 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in the chapter.
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On your Ipad, using a dictionary, define Chs. 18-22 vocab words according to context.
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Journal Write - Due Fri. 2/8/19 - Will be graded
Topic - "If I could be any animal, I would choose to be a(n) ______________ because...."
- 10-12 sentences written in your journal notebook.
- 1 paragraph
- Stay on topic
- Proofread and edit for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors
- Neat and readable
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Please write a summary for Chapter 21 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in the chapter.
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Please write a summary for Chapter 20 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in the chapter.
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African American Character Analysis Essay and Presentation - 5 paragraph essay
- 1st paragraph - introduction/background information on the African American that you were assigned to write about. 8-10 sentences
- 3 body paragraphs - each body paragraph must contain one character trait that describes your person. You must explain why you choose that trait and what events/experiences/accomplishments in their life supports the description of that trait. 8-12 sentences.
- 5th paragraph - conclusion - wrap up your essay. Give a personal connection or a reflection on that person's accomplishments/impact on you or others' lives. 5-6 sentences.
- Your last page must include a Bibliography/Works Cited page. You must use the reference pack that I gave out to help you write an accurate bibliography.
- Format - 12-14 font; Times New Roman or Arial; 1.5 or double-spaced; heading with title; cover with picture, title, your name and class
- Presentation - 1-2 minute presentation. Include background information, as well as the 3 traits and support. You can have an index card as a guide, but you may not directly read from the card.
- Graded as a test out of 50 points. Grade will include: content, originality, character traits and support, factual relevance and accuracy, punctuation and spelling, organization, eye contact, volume, inflection and tone, audience engagement, attitude and effort.
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Create a list of 5 character traits each for Percy, Annabeth, and Grover on your Ipad. Be prepared to support your answers.
List 5 famous, accomplished African Americans that you would like your character traits essay to be about. We will choose your topic in class.
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Journal Write - Due Fri. 2/8/19 - Will be graded
Topic - "Since we are now in the 2nd half of the school year, what goal/s are you setting for yourself to ensure that you end the 6th grade successfully? What do you feel that you need to work on to be fully prepared to enter 7th grade? Do you feel that you are living up to your responsibilities or your academic potential? If not, why?"
- 10-12 sentences written in your journal notebook.
- 1 paragraph
- Stay on topic
- Proofread and edit for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors
- Neat and readable
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Write a summary for Ch. 19. Follow the same format of bullets and paragraph.
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Complete Ch. 19 response worksheet - "What does the scene in the throne room tell you about each of the three friends: Annabeth, Grover, and Percy? Support your answer with evidence from the text." Answer this question in paragraph format in 6-10 sentences using the RACE method. Be sure to cite evidence using direct quotes from the text to support your answer. Will be graded.
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Please complete Spelling wksht pg. 22. May be graded. Spelling quiz on Friday.
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Complete Spelling worksheet pgs. 23 and 24. May be graded. Study for Spelling quiz tomorrow.
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Please complete Spelling wksht pg.21. Spelling quiz on Friday.
Write a summary for Ch. 18. Follow the same format we have been doing all year.
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Create a timeline of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life using the Sequencing Events worksheet that was given in class today. Research to find the year of each event. Write in the dates, cut out the cards, and arrange them in the order that they happened. Glue on to construction or poster paper. Add a picture that corresponds to each event. Will be graded on accuracy, neatness, and presentation.
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Journal Write - due Tuesday, Jan. 22 - Please follow the same writing journal format that we have been doing all year.
Dr. Martin Luther King gave a famous speech entitled "I Have a Dream." In this speech, King shared his dream of a world where all people lived in peace and harmony - regardless of their skin color. Write about a dream you have for making the world a better place. How can you make your dream come true?
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Journal Write - Due Fri. 1/11/19 - Will be graded
Topic - "The best thing a parent can teach a child is to..." Describe specifically with details ONE thing that you feel is the best thing a parent can teach a child. It can be something physical, emotional, spiritual, or a value or belief.
- 10-12 sentences written in your journal notebook.
- 1 paragraph
- Stay on topic
- Proofread and edit for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors
- Neat and readable
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Complete the 3 review worksheets on Author's Purpose. Review for the ELA midterm tomorrow.
Journal due on Friday.
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Practice Review for midterm - Please complete the two worksheets on Fact and Opinion and Author's Purpose.
Continue to review for the Midterm - Outline and your RINB and GINB.
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Study for The Lightning Thief Chs. 9-17 Test on Tuesday 1/8.
Review Outline, RINB and GINB for ELA Midterm on Thurs. 1/10.
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Catholic Schools Week Mass Invitation
Please join the Staten Island Catholic Elementary Schools as we Gather in Celebration of Mass to commemorate Catholic Schools Week. Hosted by: Holy Rosary Parish 80 Jerome Ave Sunday, January 27, 2019 2:00 p.m. Refreshments to follow at Holy Rosary School. Mrs. Elizabeth Campbell, Principal Fr. Michael Martine, Pastor Mrs. Zoilita M. Herrera, Regional Superintendent
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Define 15 vocab words from Chs. 13-17 and 5 RINB vocab words on your Ipad. Also, write a summary for Ch. 17. Follow the same summary writing format that we have been doing all year.
The Lightning Thief Ch. 9-17 test will be on Tuesday, Jan. 8th. Study - reread chapters and review your summaries.
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Thank you for the generous and thoughtful gifts! Your kindness has filled my heart. I am so lucky to be your teacher and so grateful to be a part of such a wonderful school community. I wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year!
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Please complete the packet and begin reviewing for the midterm. Some worksheets from the packet will be graded, so do your best. Enjoy the break and be safe!
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Write a shorter summary for Ch. 14 of between 6-8 sentences and 4-6 bullets.
Study - Vocab quiz tomorrow
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Please write a summary for Chapter 13 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in each chapter. Due - Mon. 12/17
Free Verse Poem - Christmas - due on Monday 12/17
- 6 lines total (or more if you would like)
- Must include a rhyme combination
- Must fit on template
- Must be decorated with Christmas colors and glued on to construction paper
- Will be graded for originality, content, directions followed, punctuation, spelling, neatness, and presentation
Study - Chs. 9-12 Vocabulary Quiz on Tues. 12/18
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Christmas Poem due on Mon. 12/17
Study for Chs. 9-12 vocab quiz on Tues. 12/18.
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Please write a summary for Chapter 12 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in each chapter. Due - Thursday 12/13
Free Verse Poem - Christmas - due on Monday 12/17
- 6 lines total (or more if you would like)
- Must include a rhyme combination
- Must fit on template
- Must be decorated with Christmas colors and glued on to construction paper
- Will be graded for originality, content, directions followed, punctuation, spelling, neatness, and presentation
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Define Chapters 9-12 vocab words using context clues and a dictionary.
Vocab quiz - Tues. Dec. 18th
The Lightning Thief Chapters 9-17 test tentatively scheduled for Tues. Jan. 8th.
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Please write a summary for Chapter 11 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in each chapter.
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Please write a summary for Chapter 10 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in each chapter.
*Reminder - junior high trip to see The Nutcracker on Mon. 12/10. All chaperones please be at the Golden Doors by 9am. Students may dress in their gym uniforms. Each student will receive a snack pack, but the snack stand will be open to purchase snacks as well. Each class will have the opportunity to visit the snack stand 1 time only before the movie begins. Students who have allergies can bring a snack from home.
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Please complete any work that was not finished in class today for homework.
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Please write a summary for Chapter 9 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in each chapter.
Quiz tomorrow on Complete Subjects/Simple Subjects and Complete Predicates/Simple Predicates
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All tests must be signed and returned by tomorrow otherwise points will be deducted from the test for every day it is late.
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If you did not complete all the classwork from today, please finish it for homework tonight. Study for the spelling quiz tomorrow.
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Grammar quiz on kinds of sentences tomorrow.
Spelling quiz on Friday.
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Spelling - Complete pg. 14. Quiz on Friday.
Grammar - Complete worksheet given in class today. Then complete pg. 4. Quiz on Thursday.
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Just a reminder for any parent whose child is participating in the Spelling Bee tomorrow, you are invited to attend. Please report to the 4th floor gym by 8 am.
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1. Difficult Spellings - Complete spelling worksheet pg. 13. Quiz on Friday.
2. Grammar Review - Kinds of Sentences worksheet pg. 2. May be graded.
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1. Journal Write - Due Monday. Please follow same format as all past journal entries.
"This Thanksgiving I am thankful for....:
2. Please complete The Gods of Olympus worksheet. For each god/goddess list 3 important or interesting facts that you learned about them. You can use the Greek Mythology reference guide that was given out in class, or you can use the internet to research the gods/goddesses, just be sure to use a credible website. Will be graded.
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Please write a cinquain poem on the template given in class today. Refer back to your notes and class discussion on how the poem is to be written. Your title and 1st line is Thanksgiving. Please follow the poem pattern for lines 2-5. Template is to be glued on to a fall-colored piece of construction paper. Poem will be graded as a test based on content, if poem structure was followed correctly, originality, punctuation and spelling, presentation and creativity, and neatness.
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Please write a summary for Chapter 8 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in each chapter.
**Also, Chapter 1-8 test will be on Tuesday, Nov. 20th. Test will include 15 vocab words from Chs. 5-8 and 5 words from your RINB, as well as 10 multiple choice questions based on the story, 10 events placed in sequence order, 5 true or false questions, and 4 short response questions.
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Define vocabulary words for chapters 5-8 using context clues and a dictionary. Be sure to also take the 5 story vocab words and their definitions from your Reading Interactive Notebook and add them to your ch. 5-8 words on your ipad.
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Please write a summary for Chapter 7 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in each chapter.
**Also, Chapter 1-8 test tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 20th.
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Please write summaries for Chs. 5 and 6 of The Lightning Thief on your iPad in your chapter summaries section. Follow the same format we have been doing, however limit your bullets to 8 only, and include only the most important events in each chapter.
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Study for Vocabulary Quiz - 15 words from Chs. 1-4 of The Lightning Thief and 5 words from your Reading Interactive Notebook.
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- Define vocabulary words for Chs. 1-4 on your ipad of The Lightning Thief and the 5 words from your Reading Interactive Notebook. Use context clues and the dictionary to define the chapter words.
- Happy Halloween Acrostic Poem due on Monday. Refer to notes and follow directions discussed in class.
Spelling Quiz on Friday
Journal due on Friday
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1. Complete Spelling wksht pg. 11 - quiz on Friday
2. Write bullets and a chapter summary for Ch. 4 of The Lightning Thief on your ipad. Follow same directions as previous summaries.
3. Journal entry due on Friday
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Please complete spelling wksht pg. 10. May be graded. Quiz on Friday
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Spelling Lesson 3 - complete pg.9. Spelling Quiz on Friday.
Journal write - "The best advise I ever received is..." Please follow all previous stated directions. Due Friday.
Remember to reread and edit your Ch. 2 and 3 summaries. Students will be chosen at random tomorrow to read them aloud.
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Complete or finish if started today in class writing a summary for Ch. 3. Follow the same format and directions as discussed in class.
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Write a Ch. 2 summary on your ipad in The Lightening Thief summary note. Please sure to review your notes on summary writing and to follow the directions we discussed in class today. First, you are to create a bullet list outlining key details and events. Then, you will use that bullet list as a guide to help you create a 10 sentence summary paragraph.
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Complete Fact or Opinion review worksheets pgs. 33 and 38. Will be graded.
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Fact or Opinion - Written on looseleaf paper or typed, please list 5 facts and 5 opinions in full complete sentences.
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Journal Write - "One thing I really like about myself is..." Answer in 10-12 complete sentences and stay on topic as we discussed in class.
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Please complete spelling worksheet pages 7 and 8. Quiz tomorrow.
Journal also due tomorrow.
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Please complete spelling worksheet pg. 6. May be graded. Spelling quiz on Thursday. Journal due Thursday.
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Please complete Spelling worksheet pg. 5. Quiz on Thursday.
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Complete cause and effect review worksheet using thorough and restated sentences. May be graded.
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Please complete the cause and effect worksheet using complete, thorough, and restated sentences. May be graded.
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Journal Write - Due Fri. 9/21/18 - Will be graded
Topic - What did you do this summer? Vacation? Sports? Summer Camp? Job? Describe specifically with details ONE thing that you did this past summer.
- 10-12 sentences written in your journal notebook.
- 1 paragraph
- Stay on topic
- Proofread and edit for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors
- Neat and readable
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Complete spelling worksheet pg.4. May be graded. Spelling quiz tomorrow.
Journal Write due tomorrow.
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Complete spelling worksheet pg.3 . May be graded. Spelling quiz on Friday
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1. Complete spelling worksheet. May be graded. Spelling quiz on Friday.
2. Using the website below, please complete the 9/11 photo analysis worksheet for photo #4 using the the photo titled "Angry Hulk in the Pit" (found in Gallery Part 5). Please be sure to follow the same format that we used in school for the other 3 pictures; describe the image and then list the symbols and what those symbols represent and why. Will be graded.
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Spelling worksheet due tomorrow. - Quiz on Fri. 9/21/18
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Please purchase The Lightning Thief and bring to class by Sept. 17th.
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Please use this code to connect to google classroom: 3kxvmn3