8th Grade News
January 29, 2018
Subject Specifics!
Computers - Delaney
Algebra and Geometry - Cerutti
Algebra tested on systems of equations and is doing the EOC Practice Test this week before moving on to Exponent Rules.
Math - Theis
P.E. - Baker/Milne
Social Studies - Marshall
Grades for this quarter will be updated by Wednesday, January 31. This includes the Causes of the American Revolution Quiz #2 (and any re-takes), and the TIME Magazine Person of the Year project. The project can't be re-done or completed if not turned in or incomplete.
Within our classroom the American Revolution ended today, January 30, with the British surrendering at Yorktown. As of right now, the kids will receive their Test Review Wednesday, January 31. The AMERICAN REVOLUTION TEST will be Tuesday, February 6.
In addition, my students have begun their next DBQ (document based question) ~ Valley Forge: Would you have quit? Portions of this DBQ are reviewed and assigned each day. Students should stay on top of the daily assignments. There is no due date yet for this DBQ, but it will be worth an assessment grade (95%).
Finally, we will have guest speakers on Friday, February 2 portraying George Washington and King George III...should be exciting!
Automation and Robotics - Eastep
ELA - McCarty
This week students are taking the practice MAP. Once we have completed and reviewed areas of strength and need for improvement, we will finish out our point of view/genocide unit.
Next week begins debates! We are excited about this year's topics:
-Should net neutrality be revoked?
-Should the Affordable Healthcare Act be repealed?
-Should schools adopt a 4 day school week?
-Should the minimum wage be raised?
-Should military service be required for all citizens?
Debate Newsletter
Band - Holtzscher
Band members are performing a mini concert for the 5th graders on Friday, 2/2. Each section will perform a song of their choice for the 5th grade, and the whole band will do 2 short songs. This will be followed by a question and answer session.
Students participating in Solo/Ensemble contest need to turn in their entry forms with their money by 2/14. The sooner the better. Students should be working on their music for this, and coming to Mrs. Holtzscher with questions.
It's not too late to participate!! If you want to do a solo or small ensemble, talk to Mrs. Holtzscher ASAP!!
Jazz Band has a contest and mini-concert coming up! 2/21: pre-contest concert will be at PCMS Forum Room. 2/23: Students travel to Maryville to NWMSU Jazz Festival for the the day.