This week was a fun one, we took 3 different tests! We read 2 different stories, the 1st one was a folk tale called "The reason why monkeys live in trees", it was a very funny story. The 2nd book was called "The case of the monkeys that fell from the trees". It was a non-fiction article. That is all for The Weekly Blog, and Bye-Bye!
From Mrs. R.
In addition to Literature...
G Math - reviewed PEMDAS and began decimal operations. We used stations on Thursday:
1) http://www.aaamath.com/for basic place value and decimal drills - a very low tech but
practical website with reteaching and instant feedback!! Click the Sixth Grade Tab and
scroll for decimals
2) Mrs. R's small group work: decimal word problems w/ markerboards
3) small group reviewed the lesson and began homework together
I was impressed by how well the groups stayed on task!! Our first test is Thursday!
T Math - spent a lot of time with PEMDAS and logged into xtramath.org for facts practice individualized to each student. (G Math will start this next week). You received a parent letter with the option to login from home. (not required, but a great resource!!) The more that facts can become an automatic habit, the easier math gets when we get more complicated problems. Our first test is Monday over 1.1 -1.2 , Place Value (p.380) and basic operations.
2nd Steps - recognizing situations where we can be allies Proverbs 17:17:
A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.
Typing.com - In computer lab this week we started a typing tutorial, learning about proper posture to head off aches and pains as well as the importance of fingering. A report came home with their first lesson data. We will make some time each week to do typing practice, but once again - a lot can be accomplished on their own too!
Click on Ms. Preusser's link to the right to find about about Science labs and guest speaker!!
Walkathon, Friday, Sept. 29Our first JH Walkathon was held after Hurricane Katrina in 2009. Now our students are joining efforts for two great causes. 75% of our donations will go to Lutheran schools affected by Hurricane Harvey and 25% will go towards fleece blankets for the organization we are sponsoring with our gum drive and chapel offerings, Friends of Kids with Cancer. Kids learned about our walkathon at the kickoff assembly this morning. We "cancel" classes for that Friday afternoon and set the kids loose to run and walk for the cause. Students may begin raising pledges and are encouraged to self-pledge as well. No money is due until after the walk.
Gum Drive continues-
Students may continue to bring in gum until Monday, Sept. 18. We are compiling jokes to attach to the packs of gum to bring a smile to a child's face and let them know Zion is praying for them.
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| Discussing situations where we could be an ALLY to a classmate |
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| We join the classes in the Family Life Center for a different setting |
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| Group discussion is very focused |
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| Teachers reinforce active listening skills and how to show respect for different ideas |
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| The Typing Challenge!! |
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| Who's that helping out at homeroom? Thanks, mom, for teaching your son how to vacuum! |
CHAOS IS BACK!
Junior high students, please join the Demien family on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am in Mr. Braddy’s classroom for a little CHAOS. You will be Challenged! Hear a message via word, music or video. Act. Find out what you can Offer. Look at how you might Serve.
Challenge, Hear, Act, Offer, Serve – CHAOS!
Join us this Sunday for an old new challenge, or is it a new old challenge? Enjoy some snacks and fellowship.
CHAOS – Christ Heals All Our Sins – What an Awesome God!
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| The Luther documentary created for the 500 Anniversary of the REFORMATION air on PBS on September 12. It is very good and interesting. Watch it to learn about Luther and the Reformation of the Church. | WANT MORE? Zion's Adult Bible study is beginning the first part of our study Sunday 9:30-10:15 a.m. |
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