Physics Test 4 Review...

We reviewed for Test 4 today in Physics class. Click HERE to be redirected to a picture of a student's study guide. Combine these notes along with the quizzes over sections A, B, and C and you should be well prepared. The test is scheduled for Thursday, September 28th.

World Geography Quiz 7 Study Guide...

On Wednesday, September 27th, the 11th and 12th Geography class will take Quiz 7 over p. 90-95. Click HERE to see a picture of a study guide so you will know what to study over.

Physics Study Guide 3C...

We are back on schedule with Physics class! Tuesday, September 26th, homework is to answer Section Review Questions 4C #1-3, 6, and to study for Quiz 3C. On Wednesday, September 27th, we will review for the Test 3 which will be taken on Thursday, September 28th. Click HERE to be directed to pictures of the study guide for Quiz 3C. If you have any questions, please leave a comment below or send me an e-mail.

Can You Find...

Cooler, "fall-ish" weather is moving in this weekend, and I don't know about you, but I'm ready to wear some fall clothes! So in honor of fall, even though we've really already been celebrating here, find the above photo hidden somewhere on this blog for +5 Bonus points on the next quiz. Ready? Set? Go!!

Biology Cell Cake...

On Friday, September 22nd, the 9th and 10th Biology class did a little hands on learning. This last chapter has centered around the basics of Cytology and I thought creating our own animal cell would be a great way to learn all of the different parts of the cell. Each student chose a certain type of candy to bring to decorate a cake in the shape of a cell. This project really did seem to be a hit! These girls went right to work...

 Only a class full of girls would think to do an ombre colored cell but the affects were stunning! I do believe they were quite proud of their work!

 And of course, the finished product...

Who would have thought some cake, little bit of frosting, and an assortment of candy could make learning so enjoyable! We each enjoyed a piece during history class. Now I'm expecting 100% on the next test! Way to go, Girls!

Asian Country Project...

There were several projects turned in this week that I just need to share. My student's really impressed this teacher with their creativity. Let me start with the Asian Country Project...

I have to say that the results of the 11th and 12th Asian travel brochure project were way better than I ever expected. In previous years when we've done this project I simply expect a hand drawn and hand written brochure. But this year my students went above!

Check out the outside of Ben's brochure on Taiwan...

 Then there's the inside...

Seth designed his around the country of India. Here's the outside...

Then the inside...

I'm not really sure how any of my Geography classes I teach over the next few years will every match this. Great job, Guys!

European Geography Overview...

Starting in chapter three of the 11th and 12th World Geography book we are covering the continent of Europe. There are many peninsulas, mountain ranges, and islands as well as geographical features that make Europe unique. For an overview of the physical features of Europe check out this video below...

Pumpking Geography...

11th and 12th Geography have started a new project just in time for Fall! We are now painting pumpkins as world atlas's and to go along with our country board project coming next. Instead of pumpkins being due on Monday, September 25th, I am moving the due date to Wednesday, September 28th, Each student will simply need one small or medium size pumpkin that has been washed in bleach water and dried. Once the pumpkins are brought in, we will seal them with Mode Podge spray.

Physics Quiz 4A-B Study Guide...

Click HERE to get the picture of a study guide for Physics Quiz 4A-B. Remember that these ten questions were taken from the test so this study guide can be used to study for the test. If you have any questions please leave a comment or send me an e-mail.

Change in Biology Schedule...

Due to the grades on the test taken over chapter three I am stopping to re-teach this chapter before moving on. The following assignments were placed on the board today, September 21st, but just as a re-cap....we will be following this schedule:

• Thursday, September 21st - Label the animal/plant cells & cell wall structure (Quiz Monday); From Table 3-1 explain the cell functions and processes; Study
• Friday, September 22nd -  List out all organelles of the cell and explain their function; Study Quiz over labeling cells and cell wall
• Monday, September 25th - Quiz Cell Structures; Explain the two ways substances enter the cell (Use bold black terms in your explanation [6])
• Tuesday, September 26th - Study Test 3 Re-Take; Do Standardized Test 3
• Wednesday, September 27th - Test 3 Re-Take

Vector Video...

In Physics we began chapter number four dealing with Vectors: basic info about them, how to perform mathematical operations with them, and how to solve them when they form triangles. To understand more about the basics of scalars and vectors check out this video by Mr. Anderson from Bozeman Science:

Section B of chapter four deals with thee mathematical operations of vectors. Here Mr. Anderson explains about calculating the sum of vector forces...

World Geography Study Guide...

On Thursday, Setember 21st, is the 11th and 12th World Geography Test. Thank you, Ben, for allowing the use of your study guide. Simply click HERE to be redirected to the picture of his notes. This should help when you have to make this test up. If you have any questions please leave me a comment below or e-mail them to me.

Physics Test Study Guide...

For those missing out on the Physics test over chapter 3, simply click HERE to be directed to the photo of a study guide written during our review. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave me a comment below or write me an e-mail. Don't forget that at least 18 of the questions will come from the quizzes over sections A and B.

Extra Credit Biology Video...

We have studied the individual parts of the cell in our 9th and 10th grade Biology class before discovering the need for the cell to maintain homeostasis. The cell accomplishes this by active and/or passive transport. Below is the video we were watching when the bell rang depicting the difference between these two types of transports...

Now for some extra credit: to understand better about the cell membrane watch these two videos below then leave me a comment or email that you watched it for +5 Bonus Points on the next test. The first introduces the cell membrane and what it is composed of...

The second deals with how the cell membrane transports substances...

If you have any questions from something you don't understand please leave me a comment or e-mail and I will answer them accordingly. Remember: you will need to use your critical thinking skills as you watch to apply information we have studied in previous chapters.

Colony Postage Stamp Project...

This year I assigned a new project while studying the thirteen colonies. How exciting to see creativity coming through in these postage stamps! Check them out:

Anna Grace's "Massachusetts" stamp...

Then check out these other colonies...

Let those creative juices flow! I'm excited to see how your colony postcard turns out. Remember, your job is to impress me. Think outside the box!! The due date for these postcards is Wednesday, September 20th. No extensions!

Northeast Asia Geography Video...

We are finishing up our study of the Asian continent with the northeastern countries of the Korean peninsula and the archipelago of Japan. Remember some key info about the names of the four Japanese islands with Mount Fuji being the highest point on the largest island and that the Korean peninsula being divided into North and South Korean at the 38th parallel. Check out this video for some geographic features of the eastern, northeastern section of Asia.

Physics Quiz Study Guide...

Thanks to Ben, anyone missing Physics class can now have the notes for what will be on Quiz 3B on Tuesday, September 19th. Click HERE to  access a picture of his quiz notes. If you have any questions please feel free to leave me a comment below or send me an e-mail.

Biology Cell Cake Project...

On Friday, September 22nd, the 9th and 10th Biology class will be replicating an animal cell using cake and candy! Here is a reminder of who is to bring what candy by Friday:

• Anna Grace - Air Heads
• Daniela - Sour Worms
• Rosa - Berry Mike and Ike's
• Destinee - Candy Disc Sprinkles
• Cynthia - Twizzler pieces
• Arianna - Jelly Beans

This should be a great project to put together. Looking forward to it!

World Geography Study Guide...

As a study guide for Quiz 5 and Quiz 6 in 11th and 12th World Geography, click HERE to go to the study guide so you'll know exactly what to review. Quiz 5 is a Political Map of Asia while Quiz 6 is a Physical Map of Asia. These maps can be found in your map study booklet. More of the places and their locations will be on the test but check out the study guide HERE to narrow down what you should study.

Animated Parts of the Cell...

There are so many individual parts of the cell beginning with the non-organelles and then the organelles. Below is the video we watched in Biology class that animates each part of the cell. As you label your cell worksheets jot down a brief function of each part to help you as you study for both quiz and test...

History and Geography of China...

In 11th and 12th World Geography we have been studying the different countries of Asia. Our lesson on Friday, September 15th, centered around The country of China. We didn't just look at it's geography but also some history of it's dynasties. Here are some videos that we watched to help better understand China's geography...

This next short video shows an animation of the dynasties throughout China's history. Since China is the oldest civilizations it's important to understand a little bit about it's past...

The last video we watched through the Han Dynasty to understand the advancements made throughout the centuries...

If you have any questions please feel free to e-mail them to me or leave a comment below.

US History Test Study Guide...

On Monday, September 18th, there will be a US History Test for 9th and 10th over chapter three. Thanks to Cynthia click HERE to get pictures of her study guide over the forty-two questions, including two essays. Please let me know if you have any questions BEFORE you take your test in class on Monday.

Cytology in Biology...

In Biology class we have started chapter 3 on Cytology: the study of the cell. Even though many of my students are gone to the volleyball tournament, I still taught over 3.1-3.2 on how the study of cells relates to the development of the microscope. We also saw that how cells make up living organisms making them have the same attributes of life of a living organism...only in a little different form than what we think of. Be VERY familiar with the Chart 3-1 on p. 58 where a description of how the cell performs the attributes of life are described. Again, be VERY, VERY familiar with this chart.

Also there are two different types of organisms according to the number of cells they have: unicellular and multiicellular. Unicellular organisms only have one cell as seen in bacteria, protozoans, and algae. Multicellular organisms are made up of two or more cells. Humans, animals, and plants are all examples of multicellular organisms.

With multicellular organisms cells are grouped together according to their functions...similar to people with the same language and culture tend to live in the same land area. When we have similar cells performing a similar function we have tissues. Tissues that perform similar functions group together to form organs. Organs group together to form Organ Systems. These are all key terms discussed in class and should be remembered for a quiz or test.

Here is also a video of an overview of the cell. Watch now and then feel free to come back and watch again and again as we go over each individual part of the cell: how they function, what they look like,, and where they are located at in the cell. Mr. Anderson does a fantastic job putting this chapter in perspective for us.

UPDATE on Classroom Competitions...

Currently we have two competitions going on in my classes. First of all thank you to everyone who has brought toilet paper rolls and paper towel rolls along with material rolls for our log cabin we will begin constructing in October. The prize for this competition is a Homework Pass Coupon and +5 Bonus Points added to your lowest Test score.  For the Box Top competition I am giving away $50 MBA Bucks for the person who brings in the most in this first nine weeks. Here are the results for both competitions so far:

Toilet Paper/Paper Towel Roll Competition-

• First Place: Arianna with 86
• Second Place: Daniela with 55
• Third Place: Anna Grace with 22

 Box Tops-

• First Place: Arianna and Anna Grace with 9

Keep bringing them in! The Nine Weeks ends on October 20th.

US History Quiz Review...

For those on the volleyball team who are missing the US History Quiz over p. 55-61 on Friday, September 15th, Cynthia so graciously took notes of the six questions you can expect. Click HERE for your study guide and be ready to make up this quiz on Monday, September 18th, during Study Hall. You will find the notes in black at the bottom of the page.

Extra Credit Biology Videos...

Since our biology test is scheduled for Thursday, September 14th, check out these two videos for five extra credit points.

First will be on Carbohydrates from Mr. Anderson and Bozeman Science...

...and the second is about Lipids...

These are the first two monomers we talked about under Organic Chemistry. Watch these two videos and leave me a comment below. I will then add five extra bonus points on your next test.

DON'T FORGET TO LEAVE ME A COMMENT OR E-MAIL ME that you have watched the videos! Some have missed out on the much needed extra credit because of not leaving a comment or e-mailing me. I cannot add points unless you complete one of these.

Happy day off of school!

Biology Videos from class...

In our Biology lesson on proteins and nucleic acids we watched two videos that explain the difference. Remember these two are two of four monomers...the other two being carbohydrates and lipids.

For proteins rewatch this video by Mr. Anderson from Bozeman Science...

...and for nucleic acids here is this video...

If you still have any questions please feel free to e-mail me (e-mail address on the top of your class syllabus) or leave me a comment below.

Can You Find...

New week and a new picture! Are you ready for this one? I'm thinking along the lines of fall leave, football, and COFFEE! Pumpkin Spice Latte to be more precise! It's back in season! So in celebration of its return find the picture above hidden somewhere on this blog and you can earn yourself +5 bonus points on the next quiz!

School Schedule...

Hopefully you have already received a call that Monday, September 11th, will be a half day of school (dismissal at 11:48) and then a complete day off of school on Tuesday, September 12th. Please stay safe!

The Thirteen Colonies Videos...

In chapter 2 of our US History book we have been studying about the thirteen colonies. We had the chance to watch a video about the Southern colonies but did not have enough time to watch these other two videos. So I am offering them as extra credit for your test on Friday, September 8th. Simply watch the videos below then leave me a comment at the end of the post with your name that you watched them and I will add five extra points on your test.

First, let's start with the four New England Colonies...

...and then let's finish with the Middle Colonies...

Don't forget to leave me your name in the comments below!

Favorite Foods Celebration...

I don't know about you but I am super excited about celebrating our favorite foods tomorrow, September 8th, during lunch time. I've already made my Rotel Cheese Dip and am interested in seeing what some of your favorites are. Don't forget to bring something to share with others...and remember, NO NUTS! Thank you!

Favorite Food Day...

This month we are celebrating our favorite foods! That means on Friday, September 8th, please bring your favorite food to share with everyone. At lunch time we will put everything together buffet style and take a bite of other student's favorite foods. Because of a nut allergy please bring something that does not contain any form of nut. We look forward to seeing everyone's favorite food!

New US History Project...

Our new project for US History involves creating a postage stamp for one of the thirteen colonies chosen last Friday. I did not put on the requirements paper what date information to work on the project was due in class but I would be remiss in a few reminders regarding this project. You are not allowed to work on any other class, even one of the other classes I teach you. You must work on work ONLY for US History. Please bring information to class tomorrow, Wednesday, September 6th, so that once I am done with the lesson you may work on your project. These little projects I assigned are actually to be completed in class and not where you need to take them home. So again, no working on any other class (even Biology) in my class, only US History. Bring materials in to work on your new project.

VIDEO: Significant Digits...

In Physics we have been learning about figuring out significant digits and how to use them in mathematical operations. This is a key concept in physic's calculations that you must be familiar with. In fact they will become second nature to you as we begin using formulas in the next chapter. As a review be sure to watch Mr. Anderson's video above as a review to these key concepts.

Can You Find...

I hope you enjoyed your Labor Day break from school. Now it's back to school and back to a new week of quizzes and tests. To help you out on your next quiz find the fall leaves above hidden somewhere on this blog and you could earn yourself +5 bonus points! Happy hunting!!