Current Events- We Didn't Start the Fire Source

Here is the link I talked about in class.  This should be used to gather some baseline information.  You may not use this as one of your 3 sources.  

http://www.school-for-champions.com/history/start_fire_facts.htm

Attention Current Events

Just a reminder that your first article summary assignment is due tomorrow, Tuesday, September 3rd.  Remember, for everyday it is late, you will lose 10%.

Attention 7th and 10th Graders

If you or your parents/guardians have access to Progress Book, your grades have been updated.  All assignments and your scores have been added and your current grade is available for you to see.  If you have any blanks for any assignments, please talk to me.  The Welcome Letter was bonus, and will not be accepted now.  However, if any other assignments are blank, please talk to me.

Attention Current Events!

I just finished the rubric that will be used when grading your article summaries.  I will attach it to this post so that you may look it over while at home.  I will also pass out copies tomorrow in class and discuss it to make sure there is no confusion over what I am asking of you when you write your summaries.

Here it is....

Article Summary Rubric

1.      Article Information (Score range 3 to 0)                                            _____

·         One point for each of the following: Headline, News Outlet/Newspaper, and the Author

2.      Summary

·         Location of story (1 point)                                          _____

·         People, organizations, or groups involved (1 point)  _____

·         Clarity: The summary clearly explains the situation in the students own words. (Score range 10 to 0)                                                            _____

·         Why is it news? Which of the 12 characteristics from your notes does it best fit? (Score range 3 to 1)                                                            _____

3.      Article Included?

·         Did you include a copy of the article? (Score range 2 OR 0)                                                                                                                         _____

4.      Spelling/Grammar (Score range 5 to 0)

·         Every three spelling/grammar mistakes will lead to a one point deduction.                                                                                                   _____

Total Score      ___________

Comments:

Attention 7th Graders!

I would like you to look up several Greek Gods or Goddesses.  Find a few that interest you, and write down their names and what they are the God/Goddess of. For instance, if you choose Apollo, you would write "Apollo, God of the Sun."  Make a list of a few Gods/Goddesses and bring this list to class Monday.  You will need it for the project we will be working on for a few days!

Here is a website that will help you.  It will list both Greek and Roman Gods/Goddesses.  IGNORE THE ROMAN GOD/GODDESS LIST!

http://greece.mrdonn.org/greekgods/

Attention 10th Graders!

I stumbled upon this website and they have several study activities to help you remember the main ideas/key points of chapter 6.  Check this one out.  It is a flash card activity.  Keep in mind that there are a few terms on these cards that we have not covered and may not cover.  Keep track of how many you get right out of the total.

http://classzone.com/books/americans_rec/page_build.cfm?id=flashcard&ch=6&sfd=yes

10th Grade Reminders

10th Graders,

Here are your reminders for class:

1. You will need to have your binders set up by Thursday.  You will need a 1-1.5 inch binder with 5 divider tabs.  The tabs should be labeled: Bellwork, classwork/notes, homework, tests/quizzes, and data.  This is your first homework assignment!

2. Text books will be passed out this week.  You will need to have them covered.  You can cover them with a paper bag, elastic stretchy cover, or another cover you may buy at the store.

I hope you are ready for a successful year!


Mr. Monty