8 Integrity
April 26, 2024
Notes and Upcoming Due Dates
MAP TESTING
- April 30th
- May 1st
- May 2nd
- May 3rd (make-up day)
NWEA Testing - May 7th & May 8th
2nd Annual Hixson Walkathon - May 10th
Late Start - May 13th
Algebra Final - May 15th & 16th
Six Flags field trip - May 17th
Career Exploration Fieldtrip - May 21st (details and permission slip to be given out on Monday, April 29th)
Social Studies: Mr. Cahn
Students wrapped up their study of the Middle Ages in Europe this week with the Bubonic Plague, some other major events, and a short, DBQ summative assessment.
By the end of this week, they also had a geography assignment on the continent of Africa as we pivot toward African kingdoms during the Middle Ages. Students will begin a culture project that will be going on in the background as we learn about the powerful trade networks that connected the northern half of Africa with the Arab world and beyond during this period up to about 1500.
ELA: Mr. Sbisa
We are nearing the end of our Argumentative unit, where we’ve explored the nuances inside the topic of graffiti as art or crime. Students will be asked to defend a position with research based evidence we’ve collected over these last two weeks, as well as addressing counterclaims.
Students have researched, analyzed, and discussed nearly a dozen articles to form a synthesis understanding of the art and crime aspects related to the use of graffiti. We’ve also taken virtual field trips to explore how aerosol paint is used for public murals in St. Louis and other inner cities. Thanks to Google Maps, we’ve been able to see for ourselves what buildings and areas looked like before aerosol-based murals began to reclaim blighted and urban areas.
Next week, we will begin our writing process, which will be a languid process that extends to May 10th, when your student will return their Chromebook.
Students have a goal of finishing 4 independent reading books by the end of the year. Ask them what they’re reading and what three books they’re planning for the rest of the year!
Science: Ms. Garwood
Over the past weeks, our students have been exploring the fundamentals of electricity, from circuits to conductors, in an engaging and hands-on manner. It's been a journey filled with discoveries, experiments, and a growing understanding of the role electricity plays in our lives. From lighting up bulbs to powering simple devices, their enthusiasm for learning has been truly inspiring.
Now, as we near the end of our unit, we are thrilled to introduce a culminating project that promises to ignite their imagination and ingenuity: the Caine's Arcade project. Inspired by the remarkable story of Caine Monroy, a young boy who built an elaborate arcade out of cardboard boxes in his father's auto parts shop, this project celebrates creativity, resourcefulness, and the power of a child's imagination.
For this project, we are inviting students to bring in any extra Christmas lights they may have at home. These lights will serve as a key component in their arcade creations, adding a vibrant and illuminating touch to their designs. Whether it's crafting intricate game mechanisms or decorating their arcade booths, the lights will undoubtedly enhance the visual appeal and magic of their creations.
Mrs. Hobold: Math 8 and Algebra
Math 8
This week we concluded our study of Data with a test on Tuesday. The rest of the week we spent reviewing for the MAP test. There are several “Around the World Review” questions posted on Canvas. Students have been able to choose a country, each country reviews a different content, and work on a review that meets their own needs. MAP testing begins on Tuesday. NWEA testing will occur the following week.
Algebra
This week, our main focus in algebra has been preparing and taking the EOC. I know that these students will do a stellar job on it! We have even more testing coming up…. MAP testing next week, and NWEA the week after. We will begin our study of Chapter 11 on Friday, May 3rd. It will be our last chapter! Students were also given a review packet for their semester final. It will be given on May 15th & 16th in class.
As always, if you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email me!
Contact Us
Mr. Cahn: cahn.sean@wgmail.org
Ms. Garwood: garwood.amirah@wgmail.org
Mrs. Hobold: hobold.terrie@wgmail.org