Wednesday, November 30, 2011

math and tech

Algebra (Graham)
We have our chapter test this Friday. I have attached some of the reviews that students will get in class. We reviewed today and tomorrow.
Happy Studying!
 
Course 3
Two Step Equation solving.  Homework:  wkst. 3.3 (1-12 on a separate sheet of paper)
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
One step equations
Homework
WS 3-3 & 3-4 All
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Hill/Kettner 11-30-2011

What We Did Today: We reviewed the big ideas involving our weather unit
Homework: Memorize flash cards, study review quiz, and study the 16 big ideas exam review sheet and answers.
Discussion Starters: What is the difference between global winds and local winds? How are each formed?


Mr. Hill
7th Grade Science Teacher
Norup International School
14450 Manhattan Street
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 837-8348
jthill@berkleyschools.org

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced the map and each student received the list of vocabulary terms that will be needed for the written test in January.
 
Homework: Current event on Africa is due tomorrow.
 
Eastern and central Africa map test is on Monday.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
One step equations
Homework
WS 3.1 B #13-24
           A # 15-26
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

math and technology

Algebra (Graham)
We graphed inequalities with 2 variables. Homework is worksheet 6.7.
Chapter Test this Friday! We will be reviewing Wednesday and Thursday.
Course 3
Equation solving using multiplication and division
Homework: practice worksheet 3-3,3-4 (multiples of 3)
Must Show Work!!
 
Technology
Ask about Prezi!
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Austin-Course 3

We worked on lesson 3.2.  These are one step equations that include multiplication or division.  Homework-worksheet 3.2, #3-31 odds.

Monday, November 28, 2011

Algebra (Graham)

Algebra (Graham)
We went over our "problem solving workshop" problems that were handed in last week. We are working hard to get past the idea if it is a word problem, it must be too difficult.
We discussed direct variation (finding the constant of variation) and graphing lines using 3 different methods.
Chapter Test this Friday!!!
Homework: worksheet reviewing slope and y intercept.
 
Technology
Finished projects.  Made Scavenger Hunt.
 
Course 3
Started equation solving.  Most kids finished their work in class.  I am really emphasizing showing work.  It will develop good habits for when the equations become more difficult.
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced the eastern and central African map.  Students were shown a list of important vocabulary terms and worked individually, in small groups, and as a class to identify their meanings.
 
Homework: Current event on Africa is due Wednesday.
 
Eastern and central African map test is next Monday.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
One step equations
Homework
WS 3-1 & 3-2
All missing assignments are due Tuesday, 11/29.
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
Chapter 5 Test
Homework
None
All missing assignments are due Tuesday, 11/29.
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Algebra (Graham)

Algebra (Graham)
Finished up section 4.5. No homework... enjoy the long weekend!
Our next test is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 2.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Technology
Finished Cyberbullying Projects!
 
Course 3
The tests were great!!!  Today we did a project with M&Ms and Skittles, finding mean, median, mode and range.  We also reviewed graphs.
Have a great weekend!!
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Monday, November 21, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we started the preliminary rounds for the Geography Bee.  We will finish tomorrow.
 
Homework: Current event on Africa due next Wednesday.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
Chapter 5 Review
Homework
WS  # 1-22 & 29-45 odd
Chapter 5 Test Tuesday,November 22nd.  Study Guide on text pages 240, 241, 262, & 263
All missing assignments are due Tuesday, 11/29.
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Hill/Kettner 11/21/2011

What we did today:
Today we prepared for our weather balloon lab tomorrow and began our review for the upcoming weather unit test.
Homework:
Finish the review questions and the poster project for Monday November 28th.
Discussion Starters:
Wind Shadow, Jet Stream, Land breeze and Sea breeze, Westerlies, Polar Easterlies, and Trade Winds.


Mr. Hill
7th Grade Science Teacher
Norup International School
14450 Manhattan Street
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 837-8348
jthill@berkleyschools.org

Friday, November 18, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced the central and eastern Africa map.  We then read an article about Paul Rusesabagina (Hotel Rwanda) and made some connections with what we have been reading and talking about in class.  Some classes were able to answer some Geo Bee practice questions.
 
Homework: Students need to complete the worksheet that goes along with pages 346-348 in their textbook if they have not done so yet.
 
Monday and Tuesday will be the preliminary rounds for the Geo Bee.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
 Mean, Median, Mode, & Range  
Homework
Textbook pg 264 # 8-28 evens, 33-42, 48&50
All homework may be completed with a calculator.  Chapter 5 Test Tuesday,November 22nd.  Study Guide on text pages 240, 241, 262, & 263
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Austin-Course 3

All students have a test on chapter 5 on Monday.

math and tech

Algebra (Graham)
Finished section 4.4. Homework 4.4 worksheet and problem solving worksheet (1-6). 4.4 worksheet is attached. Have a great weekend.
 
Technology
Cyberbullying projects were due!!
 
 
Course 3
Study, Study, Study!  Test on chapter 5 on Monday.
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced the eastern and central Africa map.  We also went over the worksheet that was due Tuesday, pg 324-327.
 
Homework: Students need to finish the worksheet that goes with pages 346-348 in their textbook.  This is due Monday.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
 Decimal Operations  
Homework
Textbook pg 249 # 11-31
                    250 # 37-39
                    253 # 7-22 & 24
All homework may be completed with a calculator.  Chapter 5 Test Tuesday,November 22nd.  Study Guide on text pages 240, 241, 262, & 263
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Algebra (Graham)

Algebra (Graham)
We did a basketball problem solving exercise today. Our focus this year in math is to help our students become excellent problem solvers. I have attached a copy of the exercise, if you are interested. We started section 4.4 today-didn't get very far. No official homework tonight, however, I did assign some more problem solving work that is due on Monday.
 
Technology
Projects are due tomorrow!
 
 
Course 3 (Graham)
Chapter 5 test on Monday!  The test will cover (+, -, x, and /) of fractions and decimals; mean, median, mode, and range; and of course, problem solving.
Today's homework is page 285 (1-23)
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today students turned in their current event articles and summaries.  Some students shared and discussions followed.  Students also received their western African map scores.  We also started to practice on the new map of eastern and central Africa.
 
Homework: No homework tonight.

math and technology

Algebra (Graham)
Discussed x and y intercepts and what they mean in a real life example. Used the "cover up" method to find them when equations are in standard form.
Homework: Review worksheet (manipulating equations and review of order of operations)
 
Course 3
Discussed mean, median, mode and range
Homework: book work!  page 274 (4,10,11,21-25)
 
Technology
Cyberbullying projects due on Friday!
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we took the western Africa map quiz.  Students received a new map of central and eastern Africa to study.  When finished we worked on a practice test question using vocabulary terms and some shared their answers with the class.
 
Homework: Current event on Africa is due tomorrow.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
 Decimals to Fractions  
Homework
WS 5.5  Complete all of the problems you skipped yesterday.
Yesterday's assignment
A - 4-19, 28-30
B - 1-3, 5-19 odds, 28-31
C - 1-4, 5-16 odds, 25-30
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Austin-Course 3

Today we multiplied and divided decimals.  Homework-worksheet 5.7, # 4 - 18, 25, 26, 30.

Monday, November 14, 2011

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
 Fractions to Decimals & Rational Numbers  
Homework
WS 5.5
A - 4-19, 28-30
B - 1-3, 5-19 odds, 28-31
C - 1-4, 5-16 odds, 25-30
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced the western Africa map, had a follow up discussion about the video we watched on Friday, and students were given an opportunity to get a head start on the homework.
 
Homework: Students need to finish the worksheet that goes with pages 324-327 in their textbook.  There is a current event on Africa due Wednesday.
 
Tomorrow is the western Africa map "quiz".

math and technology

Algebra (Graham)
We had a surprise quiz today. Finished up section 4.2. No homework tonight.
 
Course 3
Discussed adding and subtracting decimals.  We are using calculators now!!  Homework: worksheet 5.6 (2-12, 20-30 evens)
 
 
Technology
Cyberbullying projects due on Friday.  Ask to see them.  They are looking great!
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Austin-Course 3

Today we worked on adding and subtracting decimals.  Students are allowed to use calculators.  Homework-worksheet 5.6, #1 - 12, 19, 24 - 26. 

Friday, November 11, 2011

Austin-Course 3

We finished lesson 5.5.  Hoimework-worksheet 5.5, # 20 - 27.

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we talked about Veteran's Day and the significance of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.  We then watched a short video about two American journalists who went to Somalia in 2006 to interview the ICU.  We will continue our discussion of that video on Monday.
 
Homework: There is no homework tonight.  Current events on Africa are due Wednesday.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
 Quarterly Test  
Homework
None
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Hill/Kettner 11-11-11

What we did today:
Today we created a functioning vortex in lab!
Homework:
Finish lab all analysis questions.
Discussion starters:
What things do you need to make a hurricane, or a tornado? Why are some places on earth never affected by tornado's or hurricanes?


Mr. Hill
7th Grade Science Teacher
Norup International School
14450 Manhattan Street
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 837-8348
jthill@berkleyschools.org

math and tech

Algebra
Homework: worksheet 4.2 (1-10) only
 
Course 3
Worksheet 5.5B (1-3, 4-30 evens, and 31)
 
Tech
Continued working on Cyberbullying projects.  They are due Friday, November 18.
It was Five Fact Friday today!
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced the west African map and went over the homework for pages 317-321.
 
Homework: No homework tonight.  Current event on Africa due Wednesday.

Hill/Kettner 11-10-2011

What we did today: Today we discusses sever weather and how specific types of storms are generated
Homework:Finish the severe weather reading and all review question.
Discussion starters: Cyclone, Anti Cyclone, Super Cell


Mr. Hill
7th Grade Science Teacher
Norup International School
14450 Manhattan Street
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 837-8348
jthill@berkleyschools.org

Austin-Course 3

We talked about rational numbers and changing fractions to decimals.
 
Homework-worksheet 5.5, #4-14, 28, 29.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
 Quiz  
Homework
Read Text pg 242-244
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced the western Africa map, practiced written response to sample test question, and finished comparing African countries today with how they were in 2001.
 
Homework: Students had an assignment due today that we will go over tomorrow.
No homework due tomorrow.  Next Wednesday there is a current event due.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
 Fraction Review  
Homework
Text pg 241 complete the practice quiz
Quiz 5.1-5.4 Thursday 
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Austin-Course 3

Students took the quarterly assessment today.  No homework.

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

math and tech

Algebra
finished notes and assigned worksheet 1.6,1.7,4.7 (see attached)
 
Course 3
Took the districts common assessment for 7th grade math
Remember quiz tomorrow.  Ask your child to teach you how to add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions!
 
Technology
We have been having some great discussions about cyberbullying.  Ask your child about our discussions.
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
Dividing Fractions 
Homework
WS 5.4 # 2-4, 6, 7, 11, 14, 20, 21
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced the western Africa map and went over the homework from yesterday.
 
Homework: Students need to finish the worksheet that goes along with pages 317-321 for tomorrow.

Austin-Course 3

Students took a quiz today on lessons 5.1 - 5.4.  No homework.

Monday, November 7, 2011

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
Multiplying Fractions 
Homework
WS 5.3 # 3,5,8,14-17
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced the western Africa map.  We also started to practice for our written Africa test.  There is not date set for the written test yet.
 
Homework: Students were assigned an African country and they needed to find three pieces of information: the name of the leader(s), how they came to power, and the style of government that country follows.  This is due tomorrow.
They are to use the BBC Country Profile page:
 
Students were also assigned a worksheet covering pages 317-321.
This assignment is due on Wednesday.

11/7/11

HOMEWORK

NOV.  P.E. QUESTION

 ·        How does the food we eat impact our health?

 ·        Describe a healthy diet in detail by giving a three day example.

 

Papers should be at least one page in length, completed on time, information accurate and neat.

Papers are due on or before Monday, Nov. 21.

 

 

**Parents please remind your child to bring gym clothes to school on Monday and keep in their gym locker until needed for class.  This habit will help to alleviate the lost of points. 


 
 
 
 
 

Friday, November 4, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: We practiced the western Africa map and went over the worksheet for pages 307-310.
 
Homework: No homework this weekend.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
Multiplying Fractions 
Homework
Textbook page 232 # 8-18 evens 19, 23, 26, 27
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: We practiced with the western Africa map and shared current events.
 
Homework: No homework tonight.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
Adding Fractions with Variables
Homework
Text pg 226 #7-27 odds
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Austin- Course 3

Today we divided fractions, lesson 5.4.  Homework is worksheet 5.4, 2 - 16, evens.  Quiz is on Monday.

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced identifying western African countries and finished going over the worksheet 301-305.
 
Homework: No homework.

math and tech

Algebra (Graham)
Test tomorrow!  Covers sections 6.4, 6.5, 6.6.
4th hour-we gave the answers in class
7th hour- due to the assembly, I copied the answers for them.
I have attached a copy of the review
 
Tech
Handed in our Excel projects.  We discussed the pros and cons of a world that has 24/7 technology access.
 
 
Course 3
Reviewed 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3.  Homework was a worksheet.
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
Fractions 
Homework
Fraction worksheet
Yesterday's homework -Text page 226 # 8-16 evens & 19, 20, 24, 25 will be corrected on Thursday.
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

Hill/Kettner 11/2/2011

What we did today:
Today we discussed the impacts that occur when various air masses meet in various ways.


Homework:
Finish the Fronts Notes


Discussion Starters:
Relative Humidity, Condensation, Dew Point, Maritime Tropical Air Mass, Precipitation.


Mr. Hill
7th Grade Science Teacher
Norup International School
14450 Manhattan Street
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 837-8348
jthill@berkleyschools.org

Austin-Course 3

Students were given a review packet today.  It is all due tomorrow.

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Mercer-Humanities

What we did today: Today we practiced identifying countries of Western Africa.  We also started going over the worksheet for pages 301-305.
 
Homework: Current event article and summary on Africa.  Read pages 307-310 and get started on the worksheet that goes along with those pages.

Carter Course 3

What We Did Today  
Fractions 
Homework
Text page 226 # 8-16 evens & 19, 20, 24, 25
 
Amy Carter
Math Teacher
Norup International School
acarter@berkleyschools.org
248-837-8343

math and tech

Algebra (Graham)
Reviewed section 6.6 today. We have a test covering sections 6.4, 6.5, 6.6 on Thursday! Remember I am available before school and at lunch for extra help. I have attached the review that students will be given tomorrow if they want to get a head start. Our homework today was worksheet 6.6 which I have also included.
Technology
Finished our Excel projects.  Students uploaded their projects to their Weebly websites if you want to take a look at them.
 
 
Course 3
Discussed multiplication of fractions.  Homework is worksheet 5.3B (2-20 evens)
 
Lara Graham
Mathematics/Technology Teacher
Norup International School