BVMS Lesson Plans

Andrew Kelly — 7th Grade

All Classes — Science, Social Studies, Math, ELAUpdated: Jul 14, 2026, 10:04 AM ·

Week 1Aug 18 – 22, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 8/18
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
Tuesday 8/19
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
Wednesday 8/20
  • To identify the characteristics of living things
  • Living vs Nonliving Activity
  • About Me worksheet
  • Intro to Life Science
  • First Day of School
  • About Me Wkst 8/21
  • Students will participate in introduction activities to learn more about staff and peers
  • -Meet Ms. Duncanson
  • -Introduction Activities in class
  • First Day of School
  • Start thinking like a mathematician
  • First Day of School
  • Classroom expectations
  • In-class activity
  • *Finish All About Me worksheet both sides by tomorrow
  • Students will learn about adjusting to middle school life and building a classroom community.
  • Welcome Back: ppt. & activity
  • Find: lesson plans-review
  • Join Google Classroom
  • First Day of School
Thursday 8/21
  • To identify the characteristics of living things
  • Room Tour and Expectations
  • Read pages 5-12 in textbook
  • Students will create a collage on Google Drawing with photos that relate to their interests and hobbies
  • -Classroom Expectations
  • -All About Me Collage
  • All About Me Due Mon. 8/25
  • Start thinking like a mathematician
  • Class Information
  • Google Classroom
  • Virtual Scavenger Hunt
  • Start ALEKS knowledge check
  • *Finish virtual scavenger hunt
  • * Finish ALEKS knowledge check
  • Students will learn about adjusting to middle school life and building a classroom community. Students will visit the library to understand all it has to offer.
  • Library & check out book
  • Google Slides: Get to Know Me
  • Independent reading book needed
Friday 8/22
  • To identify the characteristics of living things
  • Savvas Video: Living Things
  • Google Classroom and online textbook tour
  • Savvas Interactivity: “What all living things have in common”
  • Students will list as many cities and places they recognize from past knowledge.
  • -I’ve been Everywhere Activity
  • -Intro to US Geography
  • Start thinking like a mathematician
  • Discuss mathematical patterns
  • Which One doesn’t belong
  • * Video and notes for Mod 0-1 (in google classroom) due by Monday
  • Students will learn about adjusting to middle school life and building a classroom community.
  • Read independently
  • Post-It Activity
  • Book Check quarter 1
  • Finish Google slides-turn in
  • Acrostic Poem activity
  • Google Slides due

Week 2Aug 25 – 29, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 8/25
  • To distinguish between living and nonliving things based on the presence of cells
  • It’s Alive! 8/26
  • Quiz Wed 8/27
  • Students will review the parts of a map, and identify them with an example map
  • -Map Skills Review (in class)
  • -Introduce US Geography
  • Show current knowledge of ratios and proportional relationships.
  • Rounding Review
  • *Questions/note check
  • *Mystery Picture in Google Classroom
  • *SLO Pre-Test in ALEKS (not graded)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *understand plot
  • *write a personal response connecting to the theme
  • Read independently
  • Read Aloud
  • Plot Diagram
  • Personal paragraph
Tuesday 8/26
  • To distinguish between living and nonliving things based on the presence of cells
  • Finish It’s Alive! Lab
  • Review for Quiz
  • It’s Alive! (end of clas)
  • Quiz Wed 8/27
  • Students will be able to identify the eastern states of the US, as well as their geographic features
  • -US Geography Overview (Eastern)
  • -Seterra 50 States (link on Google Classroom)
  • All About Me Collage Due Today
  • Review calculating unit rates and ratios with whole numbers.
  • Unit Rates & Ratios Review Day 1
  • *Questions/note check
  • *Passport Activity in class
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *relate to poetry through personal experiences
  • Read independently
  • Finish Acrostic Poem project
  • ‘Chances’ writing assignment and poem due
Wednesday 8/27
  • To recognize and explore the components of the cell theory, that cells are the basic unit of life
  • Quiz
  • Read 63-66
  • Savvas Cell Theory Video
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the world Wednesday
  • - Seterra 50 States
  • Review calculating unit rates with decimals.
  • Unit Rates Review Day 2
  • * Questions/note check
  • * Better Buy - Grocery Shopping Activity
  • *Unit rates mini quiz (graded)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *read for comprehension
  • *understand Digital Citizenship and the appropriate behavior when online
  • *practice working cooperatively
  • Read independently
  • Read ‘Becoming a Firefighter’
  • -answer ?’s (GC)
  • Digital Citizenship
  • Comprehension assignment due
Thursday 8/28
  • To distinguish between living and nonliving things based on the presence of cells
  • Review Cell Theory
  • Cell Theory Video
  • Read 73-80
  • Students will be able to identify the western states of the US, as well as their geographic features
  • -US Geography Overview (Western)
  • -Seterra 50 States
  • Solving story problems using proportional reasoning.
  • Proportions Review
  • *Questions/note check
  • * Google Form proportion review
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *show their ELA knowledge during the STAR test
  • *read for comprehension
  • STAR testing
  • Read independently
  • Email Etiquette
  • Read ‘Let the Games Begin’
  • -answer ?’s (partner)
  • Comprehension assignment due
Friday 8/29
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Cell Notes Worksheet
  • Draw Animal and Plant Cells
  • Students will review the 50 states on the map in preparation for an assessment on Tuesday
  • -Current Events Friday
  • -Review for 50 States Quiz on Tuesday
  • Study for 50 States Map Quiz Tuesday
  • Review dividing fractions and mixed numbers.
  • Dividing Fractions & Mixed #s Review
  • * Questions/note check
  • * Dividing Fractions Scavenger Hunt
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify the elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *understand how to send an email appropriately
  • *practice using the academic tool:email
  • *read for comprehension
  • Read independently
  • Send practice email
  • Read ‘Helicopters’-answer ?’s (GC)

Week 3Sep 1 – 5, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 9/1
  • NO SCHOOL
  • NO SCHOOL
  • NO SCHOOL
  • NO SCHOOL
Tuesday 9/2
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Savvas Video: Cell Structures
  • Review: draw a cell
  • Assign: Cell Exploration Slides
  • Cell Exploration Slides 9/5
  • Study 9/5
  • Students will be able to identify all 50 states on a map
  • -50 States Map Quiz
  • Demonstrate understanding of all prerequisite skills.
  • *Questions/note check
  • *Start ALEKS prereq skills review (must be at 74% before quiz tomorrow)
  • * Rounding * Unit rates
  • * Proportions
  • * Mixed < – > Improper
  • * Dividing Fractions
  • Mod 0 Review in Aleks
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *read for comprehension
  • *Identify components of a RACER(S) paragraph
  • *practice writing in the RACER format
  • *work collaboratively writing RACER paragraph
  • Read independently
  • Read: ‘Yellowstone’-answer ?’s
  • RACER(S): ‘Tortoise and the Hare’
  • RACER:Great Auk
  • ‘Yellowstone’ ?’s
Wednesday 9/3
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • Demonstrate knowledge of all prerequisite skills
  • MOD 0 quiz (graded)
  • covers all prerequisite skills
  • Video/notes Mod 1-1 in GC
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *read for comprehension
  • *collaborate with partner to use the correct writing technique
  • Read independently
  • ‘Symbol’ project
  • Read: ‘Soccer’-answer ?’s
  • ‘Soccer’ ?’s
Thursday 9/4
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Students will locate significant physical features in the US and label them on a map
  • -US Geography Map Packet
  • Map Packet due Tuesday
  • Students will find unit rates when one or both quantities are fractions.
  • 1-1 Unit Rates
  • *Questions/note check
  • *Begin working on ALEKS 1-1
  • Work on ALEKS 1-1 if not finished
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *work collaboratively with the teacher and write using the correct technique
  • Book check #1
  • ‘Symbol project’
  • Book Check #1
Friday 9/5
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Quiz: Cell Structures
  • Onion and Cheek Lab
  • Students will review significant physical features and cities in South Dakota
  • -Current Events Friday
  • -Major US Cities
  • Students will find unit rates when one or both quantities are fractions.
  • 1-1 Unit Rates Review
  • *warm up problems
  • *book page 11 or Gimkit 1-1 for review
  • *Mini quiz 1-1
  • Video/notes Mod 1-2 in GC
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify literary terms and plot elements
  • *identify key vocabulary terms in reading material
  • *review parts of speech
  • Read independently
  • Read “Lunch Buddy…”-answer ?’s-GC
  • Finish ‘Symbol’ project
  • Literature terms-GC
  • Vocabulary: ‘The Taste of Melon’-GC
  • Symbol Project

Week 4Sep 8 – 12, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 9/8
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Students will review maps of South Dakota and answer questions
  • -Intro to South Dakota Geography
  • -Atlas Work in class
  • I can understand how a proportional relationship can exist between quantities.
  • 1-2
  • *Questions/note check
  • * Begin ALEKS 1-2
  • ALEKS 1-2 if not finished due tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *identify editing errors in paragraph writing
  • Read independently
  • Lit. terms/Vocab. Rev.
  • Google Slides-Vocab. 1
  • Par. Editing-Mon.
  • Begin ‘Taste of Melon’
Tuesday 9/9
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Students will create a map of South Dakota with major physical features
  • -Mapping South Dakota
  • US Map Packet Due Today
  • I can understand how a proportional relationship can exist between quantities.
  • 1-2
  • * Review in Class with GImkit or textbook ?’s
  • 1-2 mini quiz during class
  • Video/notes 1-3 in GC due tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *identify editing errors in paragraph writing
  • Read independently
  • Lit. terms/Vocab. Rev.
  • Par. Editing-Tues.
  • Quizlet-Rev.
  • Continue ‘Taste of Melon’
  • Google Slides Vocab. 1
Wednesday 9/10
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Finish Presentations if needed
  • Review Game
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can identify proportional relationships in a table.
  • 1-3
  • *Questions/note check
  • * Begin ALEKS 1-3
  • 1-3 ALEKS if not finished due tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *identify editing errors in paragraph writing
  • Read independently
  • Lit. terms/Vocab. Rev.
  • Par. Editing-Wed.
  • Finish ‘Taste of Melon’
  • —--quiz
  • Quizlet-Rev. (test Friday)
Thursday 9/11
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Cell Test
  • Egg Lab introduction: complete vocab
  • Students will plot iconic South Dakota locations on a map
  • -South Dakota Road Trip
  • -need to use road maps in class
  • I can identify proportional relationships in a table.
  • 1-3 Tables of Proportional Relationships
  • *Book page 29 or Gimkit 1-3
  • 1-3 mini quiz during class
  • Video/notes 1-4 in GC due tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *identify editing errors in paragraph writing
  • Read independently
  • Lit. terms/Vocab. Rev.-game
  • Par. Editing-Thurs.
  • Watch ‘Boatlift’ video
  • Read ‘Strength Training’ -GC
  • -answer ?’s
Friday 9/12
  • To identify the parts of a cell, describe how each part contribute to the function as a whole
  • Read pages 82-86
  • Notes
  • Egg Lab Day 1
  • Egg Lab
  • Students will use their time to complete their assigned work from this week
  • -Current Events Friday
  • -Work time on South Dakota assignments
  • I can identify proportional relationships in a graph.
  • 1-4 Graphs of Proportional Relationships.
  • *Questions/note check
  • * Begin ALEKS 1-4
  • ALEKS 1-4 if not finished due tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *collaborate with partner
  • Read independently
  • Lit. terms rev.
  • Lit. term quiz
  • Collaborative discussion-body image and health
  • Begin ‘Heartbeat’
  • Literature terms quiz

Week 5Sep 15 – 19, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 9/15
  • To observe the role of the cell membrane in cell function
  • Read 87-88: Notes
  • Egg Lab Day 2/3
  • Egg Lab (9/18)
  • Study (9/18)
  • Students will be able to identify the theories of human arrival in North America
  • -Early Human Migrations & Paleo Indians
  • Mapping South Dakota Due
  • I can identify proportional relationships in a graph.
  • 1-4 Graphs of Proportional Relationships *(explain points (0,0) and (1,r)
  • *Book page 39 or Gimkit 1-4
  • *1-4 Mini quiz in Class
  • Begin 1-4 Review in ALEKS (due Wednesday)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *identify editing errors in paragraph writing
  • *practice using direct quotes
  • Read independently
  • Vocab. rev.
  • Par. Editing-M
  • Text evidence & direct quote practice
Tuesday 9/16
  • To observe the role of the cell membrane in cell function
  • Egg Lab Day 4
  • HIH Worksheet
  • Interactivity: Cell Transport
  • Egg Lab (9/18)
  • HIH Worksheet (9/17)
  • Study (9/18)
  • Interactivity (9/17)
  • Students will be able to identify key characteristics of ancient civilizations of the region
  • -Early Mesoamerican Societies
  • -The Olmec, Maya, Aztec, and Inca
  • South Dakota Road Trip Due
  • I can identify proportional relationships
  • Put It All Together
  • Complete 1-4 Review to a minimum of 74% in preparation for quiz
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work collaboratively w/ a partner
  • *identify editing errors in paragraph writing
  • Book Check #2
  • Vocab. rev.
  • Par. Editing-T
  • Paraphrasing notes
  • Begin ‘In the Middle of a Pitch’
  • Book Check #2
Wednesday 9/17
  • To observe the role of the cell membrane in cell function
  • Egg Lab Day 5: Finish questions and turn in
  • Finish Interactivity: Cell Transport
  • Review Activity
  • Egg Lab (9/18)
  • Study (9/18)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • -Constitution Day
  • I can identify proportional relationships.
  • s 1-4 (in class)
  • REVIEW
  • Video and notes 1-5 in GC (due tomorrow)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *identify editing errors in paragraph writing
  • *show paraphrasing skills
  • Read independently
  • Vocab. rev.
  • Par. Editing-W
  • Song lyric-paraphrasing practice
  • Continue ‘In the MIddle of a Pitch’
  • Quiz
Thursday 9/18
  • To observe the role of the cell membrane in cell function
  • Finish Review Activity
  • Cell Transport Quiz
  • Students will be assess on standards from Early Mesoamerican and South American societies
  • -Early Mesoamerican Societies Graphic Organizer & Vocab
  • -done in class, finish in Enrichment if not complete
  • I can write equations to represent proportional relationships.
  • Module 1 Lessons 1-4 QUIZ (50 pts)
  • Finish ALEKS 1-5 if not completed in class
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *identify editing errors in paragraph writing
  • *personally connect to the readings by journaling
  • Read independently
  • Vocab. rev.
  • Par. Editing-TH
  • Vocab. quiz
  • Copy vocab. 2
  • Journal #1
  • Vocab. 1 test
Friday 9/19
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Read 108-114
  • Interactivity: Making Energy for Cells
  • Interactivity: Making Energy for Cells (9/22)
  • Students will craft their own news report from a list of news events
  • -SLO Pre Test (Bill of Rights)
  • Current Events
  • -Current Events Report
  • 50 States Quiz Retakes Due
  • I can write equations to represent proportional relationships.
  • 1-5 Equations of Proportional Relationships
  • *Questions/note check
  • *Start work on ALEKS 1-5
  • Video and notes 1-6 in GC (due Monday)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *collaborate with partner
  • *show paragraph editing knowledge
  • Read independently
  • Vocab. rev.
  • Par. Editing-quiz
  • Google Slides: vocab. 2
  • Read: Awesome 8
  • -assign #’s for activity
  • Par. Editing quiz

Week 6Sep 22 – 26, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 9/22
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Finish Notes
  • Video
  • Cellular Respiration Reading Worksheet
  • Case Study: Mole-Rats
  • Case Study 9/23
  • CR Worksheet 9/23
  • Students will be able to identify the key characteristic of early groups
  • -Early Native Americans
  • I can solve problems involving proportional relationships.
  • 1-6 Solve Problems Involving Proportional Relationships
  • * Questions/note check
  • * Review Test
  • *ALEKS 1-6
  • ALEKS 1-6 if not completed in class
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *practice summarizing skills
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Google slides
  • Awesome 8:paraphrasing practice
  • Begin ‘Rogue Wave’
  • Google slides
Tuesday 9/23
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Food Inquiry Lab
  • Food Lab 9/25
  • Students will be able to identify different characteristics and groups of Native Americans based on region
  • -Native American Regions Guided Notes
  • I can solve problems involving proportional relationships.
  • Math book page 55
  • *1-5/1-6 Mini quiz during class
  • Module 1 Review in ALEKS (due Thursday)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *practice summarizing skills
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read: ‘Rogue Wave’
  • Notes: summarizing
Wednesday 9/24
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Food Inquiry Lab
  • Food Lab 9/25
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can solve problems involving proportional relationships.
  • Test Review
  • *Class Jeopardy
  • Make sure Mod 1 Review is at least 80%/prepare for test (know how to show work)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *show knowledge of figurative language
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Fig. Language pre-test
  • Notes:Summarizing
  • -activities
Thursday 9/25
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Exercise Lab
  • Exercise Lab 9/26
  • Students will be able to summarize traits of Native American groups by region, and identify groups by region
  • -Finish Guided Notes
  • -Native American Regions Map & Guide
  • -may use online book if not finished in class
  • I can identify and solve problems involving proportional relationships
  • Module 1 Test (worth 100 pts)
  • Watch video and complete guided notes for 2-0.1 link in GC turn in on edpuzzzle.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *practice summarizing
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read: ‘Women in Aviation’
  • -answer ?’s
  • Journal #2
  • Journal #2
Friday 9/26
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Finish Exercise Lab
  • Fermentation: Pop Lab Background Knowledge
  • Yeast
  • Study 10/8
  • Students will be able to record and answer questions about Lakota culture
  • -Current Events
  • -Akta Lakota Museum Hunt
  • I can find the percent of a number
  • Note check/questions
  • ALEKS 2-0.1(in class)
  • Watch video and complete guided notes for 2-0.2 link in GC, turn in on edpuzzle, if not completed in class finish ALEKS 2-0.1
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • Read independently
  • Vocab. Test
  • Copy vocab. 3
  • Fig. Lang.notes
  • Google Slides
  • Read ‘Struggles’
  • -complete activity

Week 7Sep 29 – Oct 3, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 9/29
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Pop Lab 9/30
  • Study 10/8
  • Students will be able to record and answer questions about Lakota culture
  • -Akta Lakota Museum Scavenger Hunt
  • I can use proportional relationships to solve percent proportion problems
  • Note check/questions
  • ALEKS 2-0.2 (with DESMOS calculator)
  • Finish ALEKS 2-0.2 if not done in class
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *practice editing paragraphs
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • read independently
  • Rev. vocab.-finish Google slides/Struggles
  • Par. Editing: M
  • Read: ‘Thank You, Ma’am’
  • -activities
  • Alliteration activity
Tuesday 9/30
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Pop Lab: Day 2
  • Soft Drinks
  • Finish conclusion and questions
  • Pop Lab 9/30
  • Study 10/8
  • Students will read and summarize various different Lakota stories and legends
  • -Native American Storytelling
  • -Lakota Legend Guide
  • Native American Regions Map Due
  • I can use proportional relationships to solve percent proportion problems
  • Mini quiz 2-0.1 and 2-0.2
  • 2-1 notes live in class
  • Book page 71-72
  • Problems 1-12 due by class tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *practice editing paragraphs
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Par. Editing: T
  • Cont. Alliteration Act.
  • Read: ‘A Police Stop…’
  • -activities
  • Fig. Language-practice (1-10)
Wednesday 10/1
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Reading: 98-105
  • Notes
  • Video
  • Review Energy Challenge
  • Study 10/8
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • Akta Lakota Museum Hunt Due
  • I can use proportional reasoning to solve percent of change problems..
  • 2-1: Percent of Change Check book problems
  • *work on ALEKS 2-1
  • Finish ALEKS 2-1 if not completed in class
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *practice editing paragraphs
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Par. Editing-W
  • Carousel activity
  • Finish All. act.
  • Alliteration Act.
Thursday 10/2
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Photosynthesis Review Game
  • Cellular Respiration vs Photosynthesis Slides
  • CR and Photo Slides 10/3
  • Study 10/8
  • Students will watch a documentary about the decline of Native Lakota speakers
  • -Oyate Woyaka (The People Speak) Documentary
  • I can use proportional reasoning to solve percent of change problems.
  • Practice/review Percent of Change problems
  • Mini quiz 2-1
  • Watch video lesson and complete guided notes for 2-2. Link in GC, turn in on edpuzzle due 8 AM tomorrow.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *practice editing paragraphs
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Par. Editing-Th
  • Read: ‘From Monster’
  • Rev. Fig. Lang. notes
Friday 10/3
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Cellular Respiration vs Photosynthesis Graphic Organizer
  • Review Questions
  • Study 10/8
  • Review Questions 10/6
  • Students will watch a documentary about the decline of Native Lakota speakers
  • -Current Events
  • -Finish Oyate Woyaka
  • Lakota Legend Guide Due
  • I can solve multi-step ratio and percent problems involving taxes.
  • Finish ALEKS 2-2 if not completed in class. Due 8 AM Monday.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *identify key vocabulary terms
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *show understanding of editing writing
  • read independently
  • Vocab Quiz: 2
  • Par. Editing quiz: 2
  • Book Jacket synopsis project-notes
  • Par. Editing quiz
  • Vocab. quiz

Week 8Oct 6 – 10, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 10/6
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Photo. Lab 10/6
  • Study 10/8
  • Students will review standards for a summative assessment
  • -Review for Pre-Columbian Americans Quiz
  • I can solve multi-step ratio and percent problems involving taxes.
  • *Review taxes (book 81)
  • Watch video lesson and complete guided notes for 2-3. Link in GC, turn in on edpuzzle due 8 AM tomorrow.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity
  • Read independently
  • Figurative Language 1
  • Fig. Lang.-notes
  • Journal #3
  • Book Jacket project
Tuesday 10/7
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Study 10/8
  • Students will be assessed on standards from the Pre-Columbian period
  • -Pre-Columbian Americas Quiz
  • BVMS Conferences
  • 3:30-9:30
  • I can use proportional relationships to find the amount to pay for a tip and the amount of markup on items.
  • 2-3 Tips & Markup
  • ALEKS 2-3 if not completed in class due tomorrow 8 AM
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity
  • Book check #4
  • Fig. Lang. 2
  • Fig. Lang. notes
  • Book Jacket project
  • BVMS Conferences
  • Book check #4
Wednesday 10/8
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Kahoot! Review as class
  • Cell Energy Test
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can use proportional relationships to find the amount to pay for a tip and the amount of markup on items.
  • 2-3 notes check/questions
  • *work on ALEKS 2-3
  • Watch video lesson and complete guided notes for 2-4. Link in GC, turn in on edpuzzle due 8 AM tomorrow.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 3
  • Fig. Lang. notes
  • Read ‘The Refueling’ GC
  • -answer questions
  • Book Jacket project
  • The Refueling ?’s
Thursday 10/9
  • To analyze how cells break down food to make energy
  • Review Cell Energy test data
  • Science department trashketball tournament
  • Students will report information on a current news event in the style of news reporter
  • -Current Events Report
  • I can use proportional relationships to find the amount of discount or markdown.
  • 2-3 Tips & Markup
  • Review: Book page 89-90
  • Mini quiz 2-2/2-3
  • ALEKS 2-4
  • Due 8 AM Monday
  • Extra practice review available for quiz practice (Thursday)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity
  • Read independently
  • Hyperbole vs. Idioms
  • Read ‘Fat Bear Week’ GC
  • -answer questions
  • -Fig. Lang. matching game
  • Book Jacket project
  • Fat Bear Week ?’s
Friday 10/10
  • No School
  • No School
  • Comp Day
  • 2-4 Discounts
  • No School
  • Comp Day

Week 9Oct 13 – 17, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 10/13
  • No School
  • Teacher In-Service
  • No School
  • in-Service
  • No School
  • in-Service
  • No School
  • in-Service
Tuesday 10/14
  • Identify and describe the main stages of the cell cycle
  • Explain the purpose and importance of the cell cycle in growth, development, and repair.
  • Students will be able to describe the difference between various early explorers
  • -European Explorers
  • -Guided Note Sheet (in class)
  • I can use proportional relationships to find the amount of discount or markdown.
  • 2-4 Discounts
  • Review
  • Book page 97/IXL
  • Mod 2 L1-4 Practice Quiz (must be at 80% by test day)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 4
  • Paraphrasing trivia
  • Read The Run pt. 3
  • -answer ?’s (GC)
  • Review direct quote evidence, similes, and alliteration
  • Corrections: Fat Bear Week
  • Book jacket project
Wednesday 10/15
  • Identify and describe the main stages of the cell cycle
  • Explain the purpose and importance of the cell cycle in growth, development, and repair.
  • EdPuzzle
  • Cell Cycle Slides
  • Lindstad out all Day for curriculum development
  • EdPuzzle (due in class)
  • Cell Cycle Slides (10/17)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • Current Events Report Due Today
  • I can use proportional relationships to solve problems including percent change, tax, tip, markup, discount, and markdown.
  • In class Review - Gimkit
  • PIAT (ALEKS)
  • Complete PIAT in ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 5
  • Read The Run pt. 4
  • -answer ?’s (GC)
  • Matching fig. Lang. game
  • Book jacket project
Thursday 10/16
  • Identify and describe the main stages of the cell cycle
  • Explain the purpose and importance of the cell cycle in growth, development, and repair.
  • Gummy Worm Cell Cycle Lab
  • Cell Cycle Slides (10/17)
  • Gummy Worm Cell Cycle Lab (10/17)
  • Students will be able to describe the difference between various early explorers
  • -European Explorers
  • -Guided Note Sheet (in class)
  • I can use proportional relationships to solve problems including percent change, tax, tip, markup, discount, and markdown.
  • In class Review
  • -Jeopardy
  • Make sure your practice quiz is done! Can also complete extra review.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 6
  • Read The Run pt. 5
  • -answer ?’s (GC)
  • Denotation/Connotation act.
  • Gimkit: Fig. Lang.
Friday 10/17
  • Identify and describe the main stages of the cell cycle
  • Explain the purpose and importance of the cell cycle in growth, development, and repair.
  • Edpuzzle
  • Finish and turn in Mitosis Slides
  • Interactivity: A Cell Divides
  • Lindstad out PM
  • EdPuzzle (due in class)
  • Interactivity: A Cell Divides (10/20)
  • Students will be able to describe the effect of European colonization in the New World
  • -Spain Builds a New Empire
  • - Independent Guided Notes
  • I can use proportional relationships to solve problems including percent change, tax, tip, markup, discount, and markdown.
  • Module 2 Lessons 1-4 QUIZ
  • 2-5 video/notes
  • In GC/edpuzzle Due Monday 8:00 AM
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 7
  • Denotation/Connotation act.
  • Blooket: Fig. Lang.
  • Book jacket project due

Week 10Oct 20 – 24, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 10/20
  • Identify and describe the main stages of the cell cycle
  • Explain the purpose and importance of the cell cycle in growth, development, and repair.
  • Interactivity: How Does a Broken Bone Heal?
  • Review Gimkit
  • Mitosis Quiz Check
  • Lindstad Out All Day
  • Students will be able to explain the results of the Columbian Exchange, and how it changed the world around us.
  • -finish Guided Notes from Friday
  • -The Columbian Exchange worksheet (due Friday)
  • I can solve problems involving simple interest.
  • 2-5 Interest * notes check
  • ALEKS 2-5
  • Scheduled knowledge check
  • 2-5 ALEKS and ALEKS knowledge check if not finished
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 7
  • Read “Changes”
  • -answer ?’s
  • Paraphrase act.
  • Paraphrase Act.
Tuesday 10/21
  • Describe the basic structure of DNA as a molecule that carries genetic information
  • Explain how genes determine inherited traits.
  • Read 370-377
  • Notes
  • Students will be able to describe the result of discoveries, and the motivations of European powers to claim the New World
  • -The Race for Empires
  • I can solve problems involving simple interest.
  • 2-5
  • Book page 105
  • Commission & Fee
  • Edpuzzle 2-6 video/notes in GC
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity in writing
  • Book Check #5
  • Fig. Lang. 8
  • Read “End of the Road”
  • -answer ?’s
  • Paraphrase partner act.
Wednesday 10/22
  • Describe the basic structure of DNA as a molecule that carries genetic information
  • Explain how genes determine inherited traits.
  • DNA Lab
  • End of Qtr 1
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • -Where in the World Quarter 1 Note Check
  • End of Qtr 1
  • ALL QUARTER 1 MISSING WORK DUE
  • I can solve problems involving commission and fees.
  • 2-6 Commission & Fees note check
  • 2-6 ALEKS
  • End of Qtr 1
  • ALEKS 2-6 if not finished in class
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Library-books for 2nd quarter
  • Read independently
  • Read aloud: alternate ending
  • End of Qtr 1
Thursday 10/23
  • Describe the basic structure of DNA as a molecule that carries genetic information
  • Explain how genes determine inherited traits.
  • Finish DNA Lab
  • Finish Notes
  • Critter Protein Synthesis Lab
  • DNA Lab 10/23
  • Students will be able to describe the accomplishments of various European Explorers
  • -finish Race for Empires
  • -European Explorer Quizlet
  • I can solve problems involving percent error
  • 2-7 Percent Error notes in class
  • 2-7 book page 119-120
  • Problems 1-9
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity in writing
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 1-3
  • 2-sentence horror stories
  • Read: ‘The Elevator’
Friday 10/24
  • Describe the basic structure of DNA as a molecule that carries genetic information
  • Explain how genes determine inherited traits.
  • Finish Critter Protein Synthesis Lab
  • DNA Video
  • Students will be able to identify explorers from this time period based on a description
  • -Current Events
  • -Explorer Crossword
  • The Columbian Exchange Worksheet due today
  • I can solve problems involving percent error.
  • 2-7 Percent Error Review
  • Go over book problems
  • Activity
  • 2-7 ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity in writing
  • Read independently
  • Hyperbole vs. Idiom
  • Fig. Lang. 4-6
  • Read: ‘The Vanishers’
  • -write ending
  • Vanishers ending

Week 11Oct 27 – 31, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 10/27
  • Describe the basic structure of DNA as a molecule that carries genetic information
  • Explain how genes determine inherited traits.
  • DNA Gizmo
  • Review for Quiz
  • DNA Gizmo (10/28)
  • Students will be able to distinguish between various early explorers
  • -Finish Explorer Crossword
  • -Explorer Study Guide
  • I can solve multi-step percent problems.
  • Put it all together Part 2 (PIAT) in class on ALEKS
  • Module 2 Review Lessons 5,6,7
  • 2 Mod 5-7 Practice Quiz (must be at least 74% to take test Wed.)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand compare and contrast technique
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 7-9
  • Read ‘The Landlady’
  • -answer ?’s
  • Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday 10/28
  • Describe the basic structure of DNA as a molecule that carries genetic information
  • Explain how genes determine inherited traits.
  • Genetic Wheel (10/30)
  • Students will be assessed on standards from chapter 2 content
  • -finish Explorer Guide
  • -Chapter 2 Comprehension Sheet
  • I can solve multi-step percent problems.
  • Module 2 Quiz Review Lessons 5,6,7
  • 2 Mod Review 5-7 (extra practice)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 10-12
  • Watch movie: ‘The Landlady’
  • -compare and contrast both
  • Read ‘Click-Clack the Rattlebag’
  • Paraphrasing Activity #2
  • Paraphrasing Act.
  • Landlady assign.
Wednesday 10/29
  • Describe how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  • Read 360-367
  • Notes
  • Assign: Meiosis Google Slides
  • Genetic Wheel (10/30)
  • Meiosis Slides (11/3)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can solve multi-step percent problem.
  • Quiz Mod 2 L5-7
  • Mod 3 Preview in ALEKS due tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *use their creativity in writing
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 13-15
  • Read “Running a Real Zombie 5K”
  • -answer ?’s
  • Paraphrase group meet
  • Informative essay: scavenger hunt
Thursday 10/30
  • Describe how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  • Meiosis Slides (11/3)
  • Students will explore and theorize what happened to Roanoke colony
  • -The Lost Colony of Roanoke Documentary
  • Ch. 2 Comprehension Sheet Due
  • I can solve multi-step percent problems.
  • s 5-7
  • Percentage project found in GC. Due Monday
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • Read independently
  • Fig. Lang. 16-18
  • Read ‘Haunted Mansion’
  • -answer ?’s
  • Fig. La
  • Video
Friday 10/31
  • Describe how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  • Mitosis vs Meiosis Escape Room
  • Meiosis Slides (11/3)
  • Students will create their own theory as to what happened to Roanoke Colony
  • -What happened to Roanoke? Creative Writing
  • Explorer Crossword Due
  • I will begin thinking about integers.
  • Graded
  • Percentages Project (Classroom Store)
  • *One class day to work on this
  • *Reference your paper rubric and directions to make sure your have all necessary information.
  • Graphing activity
  • Graphing if not finished, Percentage project Due Monday
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • Read independently
  • Video

Week 12Nov 3 – 7, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 11/3
  • Predict the probability of specific genotypes and phenotypes occurring in offspring using Punnett squares.
  • Read 349-356
  • Notes
  • Punnett Square Practice
  • Study for Quiz 11/14
  • Students will review content for a summative assessment
  • -Review for Chapter 2 Quiz
  • I can add integers with chips or a # line.
  • 3-1 Add Integers Modeling
  • notes *chips
  • *number line
  • ALEKS 3-1: Model Adding
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify errors in paragraph writing
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Book check #1
  • Paragraph editing: M
  • Fig. Lang.-10
  • Read: ‘The Incredible Machine’
  • -answer ?’s (GC)
  • Landmark informative essay
  • Book check #1
Tuesday 11/4
  • Predict the probability of specific genotypes and phenotypes occurring in offspring using Punnett squares.
  • Baby Lab
  • Baby Lab 11/5
  • Study for Quiz 11/14
  • Students will take a summative assessment over chapter 2 standards
  • -Chapter 2 Quiz
  • Lost Colony of Roanoke due Today
  • I can add integers using different methods including integer rules.
  • 3-1 Notes: Rules
  • Problems from Book page 137 in class
  • ALEKS 3-1 Deep Dive with work page
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify errors in paragraph writing
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Independent reading
  • Paragraph editing: T
  • Fig. Lang-11
  • Landmark informative essay
  • Gimkit:review
Wednesday 11/5
  • Predict the probability of specific genotypes and phenotypes occurring in offspring using Punnett squares.
  • Finish Lab
  • Punnett Square Practice
  • Study for Quiz 11/14
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can subtract integers using chips.
  • 3-2 Subtract Integers Modeling Notes Day 1 (chips)
  • ALEKS 3-2 Modeling Subtracting (Chips)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand figurative language concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify errors in paragraph writing
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Library renew
  • Independent reading
  • Paragraph editing: W
  • Figurative Language:post-test
  • Landmark
  • Fig. Lang. post-test
Thursday 11/6
  • Predict the probability of specific genotypes and phenotypes occurring in offspring using Punnett squares.
  • SpongeBob Genetics: Page 1
  • SB Genetics Page 1 (11/7)
  • Study for Quiz 11/14
  • Students will be able to describe the culture and lifestyle of the southern English Colonies
  • -The English Colonies
  • -Southern Colonies
  • I can subtract integers using a number line.
  • 3-2 Notes Day 2
  • (# line)
  • Problems from Book page 147 in class.
  • ALEKS 3-2 Modeling Subtracting (# line)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *identify errors in paragraph writing
  • *practice paraphrasing
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Independent reading
  • Paragraph editing: Th
  • Paraphrasing: #3
  • Landmark
Friday 11/7
  • Predict the probability of specific genotypes and phenotypes occurring in offspring using Punnett squares.
  • Correct Page 1
  • SpongeBob Genetics: Page 2
  • SB Genetics Page 2 (11/10)
  • Study for Quiz 11/14
  • Students will be able to describe the culture and lifestyle of the southern English Colonies
  • -Current Events
  • -Southern Colonies
  • -3-1 Comprehension Sheet
  • I can use different methods to subtract integers including integer rules.
  • 3-2 Subtract Integers Notes (Rules)
  • ALEKS 3-2 Deep Dive with work page
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *write using the correct format
  • *identify errors in paragraph writing
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Independent reading
  • Paragraph editing: quiz
  • Finalize paraphrasing act.
  • Read: ‘Who are Veterans?’(GC)
  • -answer ?’s
  • Landmark
  • Paragraph editing quiz

Week 13Nov 10 – 14, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 11/10
  • describe how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  • Correct Page 2
  • SpongeBob Genetics: Page 3
  • SB Genetics Page 3 (11/13)
  • Study for Quiz 11/14
  • Students will be able to describe the culture and lifestyle or the New England Colonies
  • -The New England Colonies
  • I can use different methods to add and subtract integers
  • Integer Activity in class (PP, cards, CTF)
  • ALEKS Mod 3 L1-2 Practice Quiz
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand language arts concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • ELA Review: Monday
  • Read synopsis: Ghost
  • Vocab. Chapters 1-2
  • Google slides
  • Veterans Day-article
  • -answer ?’s
  • Landmark
  • Google slides
Tuesday 11/11
  • Veteran’s Day
  • No School
  • No School
  • Veteran’s Day
  • No School
  • Veteran’s Day
  • No School
  • Veteran’s Day
Wednesday 11/12
  • describe how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  • Genetic Review Activities
  • Lindstad Out at HS all Day
  • SB Genetics Page 3 (11/13)
  • Study for Quiz 11/14
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • 3-1 Comprehension Sheet Due
  • I can use different methods to add and subtract integers.
  • 3-1 and 3-2 Quiz Review
  • ALEKS 3-1 / 3-2 Quiz Review
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand language arts concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • ELA Review: Tues./Wed.
  • Pre-reading act.
  • Landmark
Thursday 11/13
  • describe how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  • Correct SB Page 3
  • Study for Quiz
  • Study for Quiz 11/14
  • Students will be able to describe the culture and lifestyle or the New England Colonies
  • -The New England Colonies
  • -3-2 Comprehension Sheet
  • I can use different methods to add and subtract integers.
  • Module 3 Lessons 1 & 2 QUIZ
  • Complete 2 ALEKS Topics
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand language arts concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • ELA Review: Thursday
  • Read chapter 1
  • Landmark
Friday 11/14
  • describe how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  • Genetic and Punnett Square Quiz
  • Biology of Skin Color Video & Questions
  • Biology of Skin Color Video & Questions 11/18
  • Study 11/18
  • Students will be able to describe the lifestyle of the Middle Colonies
  • -Current Events
  • -The Middle Colonies
  • I can Multiply Integers.
  • 3-3: Multiply Integers
  • *Notes in class
  • 3-3 Book Page 157 #1-15
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand language arts concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Book check #2
  • ELA Review: Friday
  • Read Chp. 2
  • Quiz Chps. 1-2
  • Landmark
  • Book check #2

Week 14Nov 17 – 21, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 11/17
  • describe how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  • Review for SLO
  • Bio of Skin Color 11/18
  • Study 11/18
  • Students will be able to identify the 13 colonies on a map, and record the colonial region they belong to
  • -Colonial Regions Map
  • 3-2 Comprehension Sheet Due
  • I can Divide Integers
  • 3-4: Divide Integers
  • Notes in class
  • Book page 165 # 1-14
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Par. Editing-M
  • Read Chp. 2
  • Expository essay
Tuesday 11/18
  • describe how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  • SLO Post Test (graded)
  • Interactive: Sex-linked Traits
  • Bio of Skin Color 11/18
  • Interactive: Sex-linked traits 11/25
  • Students will be able to describe key characteristics such as government, culture, religion, and economy in the colonies
  • -Characteristics of the English Colonies review in class
  • I can multiply and divide integers.
  • Multiply and Divide Integers Combo Review Day
  • ALEKS 3-3/3-4 Combo
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Par. Editing-T
  • Chapters 1-2 vocab. And reading quizzes
  • Copy Chps. 3-4 vocab.
  • Google slides
  • Expository essay
  • Chps. 1-2 vocab./chapter quizzes
Wednesday 11/19
  • Construct an explanation based on evidence that describes how genetic variation of traits in a population increase some individuals probability of surviving and reproducing
  • Read 381-391
  • Notes
  • Interactive: Sex-linked traits 11/25
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • Colonial Regions Map Due
  • I can multiply and divide integers.
  • Multiply and Divide Integers Review
  • Practice Quiz
  • Extra practice in GC
  • ALEKS 3-3/3-4 Review (Like quiz) must be completed to 74% minimum to take quiz Thursday.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Library to renew
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Par. Editing-W
  • Read Chp. 3
  • Expository essay
Thursday 11/20
  • Develop and use a model to describe why genes located on chromosomes affect proteins
  • Karyotype Lab
  • Karyotype Lab 11/21
  • Interactive: Sex-linked traits 11/25
  • Students will record notes as they read through the reading in the textbook
  • -3-4 “Life in the Colonies” Guided Reading
  • Ms. Duncanson out of the building in Pierre for Best Buddies
  • I can multiply and divide integers
  • Multiply & Divide Integers Quiz
  • Video and notes Evaluate/PEMDAS prerequisite
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Par. Editing-Th
  • Expository essay
  • Google slides Chps. 3-4
Friday 11/21
  • Gather and synthesize info about technologies that have changed human influence the inheritance of desired traits in organisms
  • Interactive: Sex-linked traits 11/25
  • Students will record notes as they read through the reading in the textbook
  • -Current Events
  • -continue Guided Reading “French and Indian War”
  • I can complete integer operations.
  • *Evaluate/Pemdas notes check
  • Begin working on assignment
  • ALEKS Evaluate PEMDAS (must have work shown) due Monday
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Par. Editing-quiz
  • Read Chp. 4
  • Expository essay
  • Par. Editing quiz

Week 15Nov 24 – 28, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 11/24
  • Gather and synthesize info about technologies that have changed human influence the inheritance of desired traits in organisms
  • Guest Speaker: Crime Scene Investigator
  • Start background knowledge for lab if time
  • Interactive: Sex-linked traits 11/25
  • Students will review standards from Chapter 3 materials
  • -The Colonies Review
  • I can solve problems applying all operations to integers.
  • 3-5: Apply Operations
  • *notes
  • 3-5 ALEKS with work page due tomorrow at 8:15 a.m.
  • Objective: Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Finish chapter 4
  • Chps. 3-4 vocab. And chapter quizzes
  • Journal #2
  • Copy Chps. 5-6 vocab.
  • Slides
  • Chps. 3-4 vocab. And chapter quizzes
  • Journal #2
Tuesday 11/25
  • Gather and synthesize info about technologies that have changed human influence the inheritance of desired traits in organisms
  • DNA Crime Lab
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
  • Students will be able to identify key concepts and standards over the English colonies
  • -Colonies Assessment (Team Quiz)
  • I can solve problems applying all operations to integers.
  • 3-5 Apply Operations practice
  • *Book page 169
  • Module 3 Review (like test) must be to a minimum of 74% before Test Dec. 2nd
  • Objective: Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Book Check #3
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Slides
  • Expository essay
  • Book check #3
Wednesday 11/26
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
Thursday 11/27
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
Friday 11/28
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break
  • No School
  • Thanksgiving Break

Week 16Dec 1 – 5, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 12/1
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Read: pages 130-137
  • Interactivity: Human Body Systems
  • Interactivity: Human Body Systems 12/2
  • Students will be able to describe how the French and Indian War created conflict in the colonies
  • -French and Indian War Recap
  • -Begin Ch.4 “The American Revolution”
  • -4-1 Vocabulary
  • Vocabulary Sheet done in class
  • I can solve problems applying all operations to integers.
  • Integer Rules and operations Review
  • Module 3 Review (like test) must be to a minimum of 74% before Test Dec. 2nd
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Grammar Rev.-M
  • Slides
  • Read Chp. 5
  • Essay
Tuesday 12/2
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Major Organs Poster Activity - as a class
  • Students will be able to identify the events that contributed the American Revolution
  • -Continue 4-1 “Conflict in the Colonies”
  • I can solve problems applying all operations to integers.
  • Integers Test All Lessons
  • Video/notes 4-1 Rational Numbers
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Grammar Rev.-T
  • Essay
  • Vocab. 5-6 slides due
Wednesday 12/3
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Read pages 153-161
  • Digestive System Worksheet
  • Digestive System Worksheet 12/4
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can identify terminating and repeating decimals, and use long division to convert rational numbers to decimals
  • 4-1: Rational Numbers Book page 183 in class
  • 4-1 ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Library to renew
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Grammar-W
  • Read Chp. 6
  • Essay
Thursday 12/4
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Interactivity: Human Body Systems 12/2
  • Students will participate in an activity simulating the British government and taxes in American colonies
  • -No Taxation Without Representation Simulation
  • I can add and subtract fractions with like and unlike denominators.
  • 4-1.5: In class Prerequisite Notes
  • 4-1.5 ALEKS due 8:15 AM tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Grammar-Th
  • Vocab./Chp. 5-6 quizzes
  • Journal #3
  • Copy 7-8 vocab.
  • Essay
  • Quizzes 5-6
Friday 12/5
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Cracker Lab
  • Cracker Lab 12/8
  • Students will design and create a poster protesting on one of the tax laws in the American colonies
  • -Current Events
  • - Protest Poster
  • I can demonstrate application of the additive inverse, and an understanding of addition with rational numbers
  • 4-2 Add Rational Numbers (Fractions)
  • notes
  • ALEKS 4-2 Add Rational Day 1 (Fractions) with work page due Monday
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Grammar: F
  • Essay

Week 17Dec 8 – 12, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 12/8
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Dissection Safety and Procedures
  • Dissection: Worm Packet: Part A (all) and Part C (only page 5) need to be done to dissect
  • Worm Packet 12/10
  • Students will design and create a poster protesting on one of the tax laws in the American colonies
  • -America: The Story of Us (Recap)
  • -Worktime on Protest Poster
  • I can demonstrate application of the additive inverse, and an understanding of addition with rational numbers
  • 4-2 notes day 2 (Add fractions and decimals)
  • ALEKS 4-2 Day 2 due tomorrow 8:15 am
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop an informative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Paragraph editing: M
  • Read chapter 7
  • Finish typing essay
Tuesday 12/9
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Worm Dissection
  • Worm Packet 12/10
  • Students will be able to identify the causes of the Revolutionary War
  • -4-2 “The Revolution Begins”
  • -4-2 Vocabulary
  • I can demonstrate understanding of subtraction of rational numbers by adding the additive inverse and apply it to real world problems
  • 4-3 Subtract rational
  • Video lesson/notes ( I will be gone pm)
  • ALEKS 4-3 due tomorrow 8:15 am
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Paragraph editing: T
  • Peer Review of essays
  • Turn in on GC
  • Expository essay due
Wednesday 12/10
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Finish Dissection Packet
  • Correct at end of class and turn in
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • Protest Poster Due
  • I can demonstrate understanding of subtraction of rational numbers by adding the additive inverse and apply it to real world problems
  • 4-3 Book page in class
  • ALEKS MOD 4 Like Quiz (L1-3) due Friday 8:15 AM
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Book Check #4
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read chp. 8
  • Print essays/bibliography
  • Google slides project
  • Book Check #4
Thursday 12/11
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Read 165-169
  • Circulatory Worksheet
  • Circulatory Worksheet 12/12
  • Students will be able to describe the first events of the Revolutionary War
  • -continue 4-2 “The Revolution Begins”
  • -America: The Story of Us
  • -4-2 Comprehension Sheet
  • I can add and subtract rational numbers.
  • MOD 4 Lesson 1-3 Review
  • Break out room
  • Work time
  • ALEKS MOD 4 Like Quiz (L1-3) due Friday 8:15 AM
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • STAR TESTING
  • Chapters 7-8 vocab/chapter quizzes
  • Copy 9-10 vocab.
  • Finish Google slides and printing
  • Google slides
  • 7-8 quizzes
Friday 12/12
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Pig Heart Demonstration
  • Students will be able to identify the key points of the Declaration of Independence
  • -Current Events
  • -4-3 “Declaring Independence”
  • I can add and subtract rational numbers.
  • Module 4 Lessons 1-3 Quiz
  • Fall Spiral Review in ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *develop proper paragraphs
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Paragraph editing:W/ Th
  • Journal #4
  • Google Slides for 9-10 vocab.
  • Journal #4

Week 18Dec 15 – 19, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 12/15
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Heart Rate Lab
  • Heart Rate (12/16)
  • Students will be able to summarize the major points in the Declaration of Independence
  • -Reading the Declaration of Independence
  • - Declaration of Independence Reflection
  • 4-2 Comprehension Sheet Due
  • I can apply understanding of multiplication to rational numbers, and use order of operations to solve real-world problems.
  • 4-4 Multiply Rational Numbers
  • 4-4 Book page 211 #1-15 due tomorrow 8:15 am
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Vocab. Slides 9-10
  • Read Chapter 9
  • Slides 9-10
Tuesday 12/16
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Finish Heart Rate Lab Questions and turn in
  • Correct Circulatory System Worksheet
  • Read 30-32
  • Video
  • Students will be able to identify the key characteristics of major battles in the Revolution
  • -4-4 “Struggle for Liberty”
  • I can apply understanding of division to rational numbers, and use order of operations to solve real-world problems.
  • 4-5 Divide Rational Numbers
  • 4-5 Book page 219 #1-14 due tomorrow 8:15 am
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Reac Chapter 10
  • Journal #5
  • Journal #5
Wednesday 12/17
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Read Bacteria Lab
  • Swab and prep petri dishes
  • Bacteria Lab (12/22)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can solve problems involving multiplying and dividing rational numbers.
  • Review/correct 4-5 Book
  • 4-4/4-5 ALEKS due tomorrow 8:15 am.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Chapter and vocab. Quizzes 9-10
  • Journal #6 (object)
  • Object project: Ghost
  • Journal #6
  • Object project
Thursday 12/18
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Bacteria Lab (12/22)
  • Students will be able to identify the key characteristics of major battles in the Revolution
  • -Continue 4-4 “Struggle for Liberty”
  • -America: The Story of Us
  • -Revolution Battle Guide
  • Declaration of Independence Reflection Due
  • I can apply the order of operations to solve real world problems involving multiplying and dividing rational numbers.
  • Module 4 Lesson 4-5 quiz review
  • Module 4 L4-5 like quiz due tomorrow at 8:15 am. (must be at 74% to take test.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Renew books
  • Read independently
  • Movie
Friday 12/19
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Bacteria Lab (12/22)
  • Mini-Poster (1/5)
  • Students will be able to identify the key characteristics of major battles in the Revolution
  • -Current Events
  • -Revolution Battle Guide
  • I can apply the order of operations to solve real world problems involving multiplying and dividing rational numbers.
  • Module 4 L4-5 Quiz (on 3rd quarter grade)
  • Quarter 2 knowledge check.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Movie
  • *Make corrections to bibliography*

Week 19Dec 22 – 26, 2025 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 12/22
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Finish Viruses Mini Poster and turn in
  • Virus Video
  • Mini-Poster (1/5)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World
  • Interim-Proportional Relationships
  • Surface Area: Min sq. feet of wrapping needed to wrap gifts
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • Book Check #5
  • Game day
  • Holiday Bingo
  • Book Check #5
Tuesday 12/23
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Learning in a Day
  • (no traditional classes)
  • 2 Hour Early Dismissal
  • -Learning in a Day
  • 2 Hour Early Dismissal
  • 2 Hour Early Dismissal
  • Play games
  • Learning in a Day: Minute to Win It
  • 2 Hour Early Dismissal
Wednesday 12/24
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
Thursday 12/25
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
Friday 12/26
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School

Week 20Jan 5 – 9, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 1/5
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Review Packet
  • Sheep Pluck Dissection Prep Video
  • Review Packet (1/8)
  • Students will complete a note guide with key concepts of major battles
  • -continue Revolutionary War Battle Guide
  • -Recap and Remember Review Game
  • I can apply understanding of the four operations with rational numbers to evaluate mathematical expressions.
  • 4-6
  • Apply rational number operations.
  • Notes
  • ALEKS 4-6 with work page due 8:15 am tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare to give a speech
  • *use creativity to explain the importance of places in a character’s life
  • Read independently
  • Create notecard
  • Practice speech
  • Ghost’s World: project
Tuesday 1/6
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Dissect Sheep Pluck
  • Worksheet
  • Review Packet (1/8)
  • Sheep Pluck Worksheet (1/7)
  • Students will be able to identify major events towards the end of the Revolutionary War
  • -continue 4-4 “Struggle for Liberty”
  • -America: The Story of Us (Valley Forge & Washington’s Spies)
  • I can apply understanding of the four operations with rational numbers to evaluate mathematical expressions.
  • Book problems in class
  • 4-6 worksheet
  • Open practice quiz in ALEKS
  • 4-6 worksheet due 815 AM tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare to give a speech
  • *use creativity to explain the importance of places in a character’s life
  • Read independently
  • Practice speech
  • Ghost’s World: project
Wednesday 1/7
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Finish Review Packet
  • Review Packet (1/8)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can apply understanding of the four operations with rational numbers to evaluate mathematical expressions.
  • Mod 4 Lesson 6 Like Quiz Review in ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare to give a speech
  • *use creativity to explain the importance of places in a character’s life
  • Library to check out 3rd qtr. book
  • Practice speech
  • Ghost’s World: project
Thursday 1/8
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Magic School Bus Video/Worksheet
  • Open Note Quiz (use review packet) -Q3 grade
  • Students will be able to identify key events leading to the end of the war such as Yorktown and the Treaty of Paris
  • -4-5 “Independence!”
  • -America: The Story of Us (Yorktown and the Treaty of Paris)
  • I can apply understanding of the four operations with rational numbers to evaluate mathematical expressions.
  • s 4-6 Like Quiz Review
  • Distributive Property Preview in ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare to give a speech
  • *use creativity to explain the importance of places in a character’s life
  • Read independently
  • Practice speech
  • Ghost’s World: project
Friday 1/9
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Students will review key standards from the Revolutionary War
  • Revolution Review
  • -Quizlet review on Google Classroom
  • End of Quarter 2
  • ALL Quarter 2 missing work due today!!!- no exceptions
  • I can find circumference of a circle
  • Module 4 Lesson 6 Quiz (25 points on 3rd quarter grades)
  • Mod 5-1 video and notes in GC due 8:15 Tuesday
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare to give a speech
  • *use creativity to explain the importance of places in a character’s life
  • Read independently
  • Speeches
  • End of Quarter 2
  • Speeches

Week 21Jan 12 – 16, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 1/12
  • No School
  • Teacher in-service
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
Tuesday 1/13
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Reaction Time Lab
  • Reaction Time Lab 1/15
  • Students will review content for the Revolutionary War Test
  • -Review for Test
  • -Both Quizlet and Gimkit reviews on Google Classroom
  • I can simplify algebraic expressions by combining like terms
  • 5-1 note check
  • *In class book page 241 1-8
  • Video/notes 5-1.5 in GC due tomorrow 8:15 am
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme
  • *use creativity to explain the importance of places in a character’s life
  • Read independently
  • Find the Theme
  • Copy Hero Unit vocabulary
  • Read: ‘Dian Fossey’-answer ?’s
  • Ghost’s World Map
Wednesday 1/14
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Read 177-181
  • Nervous System Worksheet
  • Nervous System Worksheet 1/15
  • Reaction Time Lab 1/15
  • Students will be assessed on standards from the Revolutionary War
  • -Revolutionary War Test
  • Revolutionary War Battle Guide Due
  • I can simplify algebraic expressions by combining like terms and using the Distributive Property.
  • *note check * in class book page 241 9-17
  • ALEKS 5-1 due tomorrow 8:15 am with workpage
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme
  • *use creativity to explain the importance of places in a character’s life
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Find the Theme
  • Read: ‘Roberto Clemente’-answer ?’s
  • Ghost’s World Map
  • -complete writing portion of map
Thursday 1/15
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Finish and Correct Lab
  • Correct Nervous System Worksheet
  • If time: sense activity
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World
  • I can add linear expressions and express the sum in simplest form.
  • 5-2 *notes in class
  • ALEKS 5-2 due tomorrow 8:15 am with workpage
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme
  • *use creativity to explain the importance of places in a character’s life
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Find the Theme
  • Read: ‘Wilma Rudolph’-answer ?’s
  • Ghost’s World Map
  • Washington, DC virtual tour video
  • -Fictional Narrative essay intro.
Friday 1/16
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Balance and Coordination Lab
  • Students will be able to identify the initial struggles the United States experienced after the Revolutionary War
  • Introduction to Chapter 5 “Forming a Government”
  • -The Articles of Confederation
  • I can add linear expressions and express the sum in simplest form.
  • In class review book page 249
  • 5-1/ 5-2 Mini Quiz
  • 5-3 video/notes in GC
  • due Tuesday at 8:15 am
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme
  • *use creativity to explain the importance of places in a character’s life
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Find the Theme
  • Read: ‘Louis Zamperini’-answer ?’s
  • Map due
  • Ghost’s World Map

Week 22Jan 19 – 23, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 1/19
  • No School
  • Martin Luther King Day
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
Tuesday 1/20
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Muscular and Skeletal System Reading and Questions (google classroom)
  • Start Muscular and Skeletal Gizmo
  • Questions (1/21)
  • Gizmo (1/22)
  • Students will be able to identify the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation
  • -The New Nation Faces Challenges
  • -Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation
  • I can subtract linear expressions and express the sum in simplest form.
  • 5-3 Note check
  • 5-3 ALEKS with work due 8:15 tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Find the Theme
  • Read: ‘Babe Didrickson’
  • -answer ?’s
  • Narrative essay
Wednesday 1/21
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Video
  • Muscular and Skeletal System Gizmo
  • Gizmo (1/23)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World
  • Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation Due
  • I can simplify, expand, add, and subtract linear expressions in simplest form.
  • 5-3 Book page 257 in class
  • Mod 5 L1-3 like quiz in ALEKS with work page must be >74% to take test Friday
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Library: renew
  • Book check #1
  • Rev. vocab.
  • FInd the Theme
  • Read: ‘John Audubon’
  • -answer ?’s
  • Narrative essay
  • Book check #1
Thursday 1/22
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Build a Hand Lab
  • Gizmo (1/23)
  • Hand Lab (1/23)
  • Students will identify key arguments of the Constitutional Convention
  • I can simplify, expand, add, and subtract linear expressions in simplest form.
  • Finish like quiz/prepare for test
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Find the Theme
  • Read: ‘Rachel Carson’
  • -answer ?’s
  • Narrative essay
Friday 1/23
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Finish Gizmo and Build a Hand Lab
  • Snow Day
  • SNOW DAY
  • I can simplify, expand, add, and subtract linear expressions in simplest form.
  • s 1-3 Review
  • “4 Corners”
  • 5-4 video/notes
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Vocab. quiz
  • Find the Theme
  • Read an article/create a quiz
  • Take a quiz created by another pair
  • Work day
  • Vocab. quiz

Week 23Jan 26 – 30, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 1/26
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Video
  • Finish Gizmo and Build a Hand Lab
  • Crayfish Packet (2/2)
  • Students will identify key arguments of the Constitutional Convention
  • -5-3 “Creating the Constitution”
  • I can factor algebraic expressions.
  • Module 5 L1-3 Quiz
  • 5-4 video/notes in GC
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme & figurative language concepts
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Copy vocab.-Greek Mythology
  • Find the Theme
  • Figurative Language
  • Greek Mythology: paraphrasing notes
  • Narrative Essay
Tuesday 1/27
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Crayfish Packet (2/2)
  • Students will be able to describe the process of ratifying the Constitution
  • -5-4 “Ratifying the Constitution”
  • -Antifederalists vs. Federalist Note Guide
  • I can factor algebraic expressions.
  • 5-4 Factor Linear Expressions note check and worksheet in class
  • 5-4 ALEKS due 8:15 am tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme & figurative language concepts
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Find the Theme
  • Fig. Lang.
  • Greek Mythology: paraphrasing notes
  • Narrative Essay
Wednesday 1/28
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Osmosis Jones
  • Lindstad Out Sick
  • Crayfish Packet (2/2)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can combine operations to simplify linear expressions.
  • ALEKS 5-5 due tomorrow 8:15 am
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme & figurative language concepts
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Find the Theme
  • Fig. Lang.
  • Read: ‘Echo and Narcissus’
  • -quiz
  • Narrative Essay
  • Echo and Narcissus-quiz
Thursday 1/29
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Osmosis Jones
  • Lindstad Out Sick
  • Crayfish Packet (2/2)
  • Students will be able to identify the three branches of government along with the roles
  • -6-2 “Branches of Government”
  • -Government Guide
  • Antifederalists vs. Federalist Note Guide Due
  • I can combine operations to simplify linear expressions.
  • Review in class.
  • Test practice page 275
  • Module 5 Like test in ALEKS due
  • 8:15 am tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme & figurative language concepts
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Find the Theme
  • Fig. Lang.
  • Read: ‘Origin of the Seasons’
  • -quiz
  • Narrative Essay
  • Origin of the Seasons-quiz
Friday 1/30
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Crayfish Dissection
  • Crayfish Packet (2/2)
  • Students will be able to identify the sections and articles of the U.S. Constitution
  • -The Constitution Deep Dive
  • Module 5 test
  • Spiral Review 1/30/26 in ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice finding theme & figurative language concepts
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. Vocab.
  • Find the Theme
  • Fig. Lang.
  • Narrative Essay

Week 24Feb 2 – 6, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 2/2
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Correct Crayfish Packet
  • Read: 144-148, 182-184 (Endocrine System)
  • Endocrine Digital Escape Room
  • Study (2/12)
  • Students will be able to identify the goals listed in the Preamble to the Constitution
  • -Preamble and Articles of the Constitution
  • I can solve one-step equations with whole numbers.
  • 6-0.1 notes
  • Equations: PreReq: Solve One-step whole number equations.
  • 6-0.1 online ALEKS with workbook due 8:15 am tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *practice figurative language concepts
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Book Check #2
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Fig. Lang.
  • Read ‘Arachne the Weaver’
  • -quiz
  • Narrative essay
  • Book Check #2
  • Quiz: Arachne the Weaver
Tuesday 2/3
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Male Reproductive System
  • Study (2/12)
  • Students will be able to identify the rights and freedoms in Amendments 1-5 in the Bill of Rights
  • -Bill of Rights
  • I can solve one-step equations with rational number coefficients.
  • 6-0.2 notes
  • Solve one-step fraction and decimal coefficient equations.
  • 6-0.2 online ALEKS with workbook due 8:15 am tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Vocab. Review game
  • Listen to ‘The Gift of Athena’
  • -quiz
  • Narrative essay
  • Gift of Athena-quiz
Wednesday 2/4
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Frog Dissection Packet
  • Frog Video
  • Lindstad Out
  • Study (2/12)
  • Frog Packet (2/11)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can solve one-step equations with rational numbers.
  • 6-1: Solve One step Equations with positive and negative rational numbers. Page 287 1-17 in class
  • 6-1 Solve One-step equations in ALEKS with work page due 8;15 am tomorrow.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Narrative essay
Thursday 2/5
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Female Reproductive System
  • Study (2/12)
  • Frog Packet (2/11)
  • Students will be able to identify the rights and freedoms in Amendments 6-10 in the Bill of Rights
  • -Bill of Rights
  • -Bill of Rights Guide
  • I can solve two-step equations.
  • 6-1.5 notes
  • Two-step prerequisite
  • Solve one-step mini quiz 4 questions (8 points, work required) no retakes
  • 6-1.5 in ALEKS with work page due 8:15 am tomorrow.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand how to write a narrative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.-quiz
  • Vocab. Test
  • Find the Theme: test
  • Narrative essay
  • Vocabulary quiz
  • Find the Theme-quiz
Friday 2/6
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Pregnancy and Birth
  • Study (2/12)
  • Frog Packet (2/11)
  • Review Packet (2/11)
  • Students will be able to identify the rights and freedoms provided in the Bill of Rights
  • -Review Bill of Rights
  • Bill of Rights Guide completed by end of class
  • I can solve two-step equations in the form px+q=r
  • 6-2 Solve two-step equations: px+q=r in class
  • Page 297 in class
  • 6-2 in ALEKS with work page due 8:15 AM monday
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Narrative essay

Week 25Feb 9 – 13, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 2/9
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Frog Dissection
  • Study (2/12)
  • Frog Packet (2/11)
  • Review Packet (2/11)
  • Students will be able to identify the rights and freedoms provided in the Bill of Rights
  • -Bill of Rights Quiz
  • I can solve two-step equations in the form p(x+q)=r
  • 6-4
  • Page 315 1-13 in class
  • 6-4 ALEKS with workbook due tomorrow 8:15 am
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify and understand poetry concepts
  • Read independently
  • Daily Language Review-M
  • Read: ‘Flight of Icarus and Icarus’ Flight’
  • -annotate and answer ?’s
  • Narrative essay-slides
Tuesday 2/10
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Finish Dissection and Frog Packet
  • Study (2/12)
  • Frog Packet (2/11)
  • Review Packet (2/11)
  • Students will be able to identify the ideals and responsibilities of citizenship in the U.S.
  • -Civics and Citizenship
  • -Citizenship Test
  • I can solve two-step equations in the form p(x+q)=r
  • 6-4 solve two-step equations
  • 6-4 worksheet
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify and understand poetry concepts
  • *use creativity in writing to show theme knowledge
  • Read independently
  • Daily Language Review-T
  • Read: Belonging & Beyond
  • -answer ?’s
  • Write short story with a theme
  • Theme story
Wednesday 2/11
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Correct Frog Packet
  • Correct and go over Review Packet
  • Review for Test
  • Study (2/12)
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World
  • Citizenship Test Due
  • I can solve one and two step equations.
  • Module 6
  • L 1,2,4 Quiz Review
  • ALEKS Mod 6 solve equations like test
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify and understand poetry concepts
  • Read independently
  • Daily Language Review-W
  • Poetry notes
  • Hero Unit final assignment
Thursday 2/12
  • Construct an evidence-based argument for how the
  • body is a system of interacting subsystems composed
  • of groups of cells, tissues, and organs.
  • Human Body System Test
  • Students will be able to describe how the electoral college is used in the U.S. and explore results of past elections
  • -Elections and the Electoral College
  • -270 to Win
  • Module 6 Lessons 1,2,4 QUIZ
  • Complete 3 ALEKS topics before Tuesday
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify and understand poetry concept
  • Book check #3
  • Daily Language Review-TH/F
  • Poetry notes
  • Read and respond to poetry assigned
  • Book check #3
Friday 2/13
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School

Week 26Feb 16 – 20, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 2/16
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
Tuesday 2/17
  • To explain how populations can change over time
  • To analyze evidence that describes how genetic traits in a population increase the chances of surviving and reproducing
  • Read 415-422
  • Notes
  • Students will be able to describe how the electoral college is used in the U.S. and explore results of past elections
  • -Review 270 to Win
  • 270 to Win Due
  • Write one step equations
  • Pre 6-3 Write One Step equations in ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify and understand poetry concept
  • Read independently
  • Daily Language Rev.-M-T
  • Poetry Notes
  • Watch Commercial
  • Poetry Act.-GC
Wednesday 2/18
  • To explain how populations can change over time
  • To analyze evidence that describes how genetic traits in a population increase the chances of surviving and reproducing
  • Finish notes (if needed)
  • Hangry Bird WebQuest
  • Interactive: Mice Selection on the Prairie
  • Hangry Bird WebQuest 2/20
  • Interactive 2/20
  • Hangry Bird Lab 2/23
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • Write and solve two step equations in the form px+q=r using inverse operations to solve
  • 6-3 worksheet
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify and understand poetry concept
  • Read independently
  • Daily Language Rev.-W
  • Read ‘Act of Reading’
  • -answer ?’s
  • Vocabulary act.
  • Poetry Act.-GC
Thursday 2/19
  • To explain how populations can change over time
  • To analyze evidence that describes how genetic traits in a population increase the chances of surviving and reproducing
  • Hangry Bird Lab
  • *If absent, do the absent assignment found in the student center folders
  • Hangry Bird WebQuest 2/20
  • Interactive 2/20
  • Hangry Bird Lab 2/23
  • Students will be able to describe the first actions of George Washington and the government
  • -7-1 Read Aloud
  • -Questions in class
  • Write and solve two step equations in the form px+q=r using inverse operations to solve
  • Write and solve two step equations. Check worksheet
  • ALEKS 6-3
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify and understand poetry concept
  • Read independently
  • Daily Language Rev.-TH
  • Read ‘Honey Badgers’
  • -answer ?’s
  • Vocabulary Act.
  • Poetry Act.-GC
Friday 2/20
  • To explain how populations can change over time
  • To analyze evidence that describes how genetic traits in a population increase the chances of surviving and reproducing
  • Correct WebQuest
  • Finish Hangry Bird Lab Data and Conclusions
  • Hangry Bird Lab 2/23
  • Students will be able to describe the differences in political ideology of Hamilton and Jefferson
  • 7-2 Hamilton vs. Jefferson
  • Write and solve two step equations in the form p(x+q)=r using inverse operations to solve.
  • ALEKS 6-5 ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Daily Language Rev.-F
  • Read ‘Carnivorous Plants’
  • -answer ?’s

Week 27Feb 23 – 27, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 2/23
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Read 425-431
  • Notes
  • Students will be able to identify opinions of Hamilton and Jefferson
  • -Hamilton vs. Jefferson
  • -Comparison Questions
  • Write and solve two step equations in the form p(x+q)=r using inverse operations to solve.
  • 6-5 worksheet
  • Write and solve equations review
  • 6-5 worksheet
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify and understand poetry concept
  • Read independently
  • Daily Lang. Rev.
  • Read ‘Dodo’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -vocab. 7-8
  • Poetry Activity: textbook
Tuesday 2/24
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Natural Selection Stations Lab
  • *If absent: do Absent Assignment linked on google classroom
  • NSS Lab 2/25
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World
  • Write equations quiz
  • Reference sheet for Mod 8
  • 8 Mod Preview in ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify key information
  • Read independently
  • Daily Lang. Rev.
  • Read ‘Diamonds’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -vocab. 9-10
  • Poetry quiz
  • Paralympian research project
  • Poetry quiz
Wednesday 2/25
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Natural Selection Stations Lab
  • *If absent: do Absent Assignment linked on google classroom
  • NSS Lab TODAY
  • Students will be able to answer questions from a provided map
  • I can identify complementary and supplementary angles and use what I know to find missing values.
  • ALEKS 8-2
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify key information
  • Read independently
  • Daily Lang. Rev.
  • Read ‘Bermuda Triangle’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -vocab. 11-12
  • Paralympian research project
Thursday 2/26
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Speciation 2/27
  • Students will be able to identify the struggles of the early nation
  • -7-3 “Challenges for the New Nation”
  • I can identify vertical and adjacent angles and use what I know to find missing values.
  • 8-1: Vertical & Adjacent Angle
  • Notes
  • Book page 401-402
  • # 1-10
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify key information
  • Read independently
  • Daily Lang. Rev.
  • Read ‘Hyperinflation’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -vocab. 13-14
  • Paralympian research project
Friday 2/27
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Speciation TODAY
  • Students will describe the warnings and advice Washington provided for the nation in his farewell address
  • -Washington’s Farewell Address
  • -Hamilton vs. History
  • I can identify vertical and adjacent angles and use what I know to find missing values.
  • 8-1
  • Math conf. Slides
  • Check book
  • Review
  • ALEKS 8-1
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify key information
  • Book Check # 4
  • Daily Lang. Rev.
  • Language quiz
  • Read ‘Koko’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -vocab. 15-16
  • Paralympian research project
  • Book check #4
  • Language quiz

Week 28Mar 2 – 6, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 3/2
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Read
  • Notes
  • Students will be able to to describe key events and struggles of the Adams Administration
  • -7-4 “John Adams’s Presidency”
  • -Assessment Questions
  • Use what I know about angles to solve for missing angles
  • Combined Angle Review (complementary, supplementary, vertical, and adjacent) * Make your own angle
  • ALEKS 8 Mod Angle like quiz
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify and understand poetry concept
  • Read independently
  • Daily Lang. Rev-Mon.
  • Read: ‘Cobra Effect’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -vocab. 17-18
  • Paralympian project
Tuesday 3/3
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Process of Evolution Activity on formative
  • Lindstad Out All Day at HS
  • Process Activity Activity 3/4
  • Students will be able to identify and describe key events in the Jefferson Administration
  • -7-5 “Jefferson Becomes President”
  • 7-4 Assessment Questions due
  • Quiz on Angles
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify key information
  • Read independently
  • Daily Lang. Rev-Tues.
  • Read: ‘Mad Hatters’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -vocab. 19-20
  • Paralympian project
Wednesday 3/4
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Genetic Drift Lab
  • Process Activity Activity TODAY
  • Genetic Drift Lab 3/5
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can identify triangles by their angles and sides
  • 8-3 Triangle Classifications and measuring angles
  • notes
  • 8-3 ALEKS Day 1
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify key information
  • Renew books
  • Read independently
  • Daily Lang. Rev-Wed.
  • Read: ‘Child Inventors’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -vocab. 21-22
  • Google Slides: presentation
Thursday 3/5
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Finish Genetic Drift Lab
  • Review for Quiz
  • Genetic Drift Lab TODAY
  • Students will be able to identify and describe key events in the Jefferson Administration
  • -Louisiana Purchase & Lewis and Clark
  • I can identify triangles by their angles and sides and apply the Triangle Angle Sum Theorem.
  • 8-3 ALEKS Day 2
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *identify key information
  • *speak with clarity while presenting information
  • Read independently
  • Daily Lang. Rev-Thurs.
  • Read: ‘Hummingbirds’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -vocab. 23-24 (turn in)
  • Complete slide for conferences
  • Finish Google Slides presentation
  • -turn in
  • Vocab. due
  • Google Slides presentation
Friday 3/6
  • To explore the roles of genes, mutations, and the environment in natural selection
  • Quiz
  • Video
  • Students will review key concepts from Chapter 7
  • -Module 7 Recap
  • I can analyze three-dimensional figures
  • ALEKS 8-5
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand editing concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *speak with clarity while presenting information
  • Read independently
  • Daily Lang. Rev-Fri.
  • *time to finish slides if needed*
  • Begin Paralympian project presentations
  • Presentations

Week 29Mar 9 – 13, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 3/9
  • Analyze fossil record data to identify patterns showing how life on Earth has changed over time.
  • Use scientific ideas to explain similarities and differences between modern and fossil organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
  • Finish Video
  • Start reading Read 443-452
  • MS Conferences (student led)
  • Students will review materials and standards from Chapter 7
  • -Review Chapter 7
  • MS Conferences 3:30-9:30
  • I can solve problems involving triangles, draw and measure angles, and identify slices of 3-D shapes.
  • Triangle/Slicing Review
  • MS Conferences
  • ALEKS 8-3,5 Like quiz
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand main idea/ELA concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *speak with clarity while presenting information
  • Read independently
  • Main Idea-1
  • ELA Concepts-M
  • Presentations
  • Presentations
  • Conferences
Tuesday 3/10
  • Analyze fossil record data to identify patterns showing how life on Earth has changed over time.
  • Use scientific ideas to explain similarities and differences between modern and fossil organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
  • Fossil Record Worksheet 3/12
  • Students will be assessed on material and standards from Chapter 7
  • -Chapter 7 Test
  • Triangle and Slicing QUIZ 8-3, 8-5
  • 3rd quarter knowledge check
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand main idea/ELA concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Main Idea-2
  • ELA Concepts-T
  • Read: ‘Totem’
  • -answer ?’s
  • -choose animal
  • Argumentative essay:notes
Wednesday 3/11
  • Analyze fossil record data to identify patterns showing how life on Earth has changed over time.
  • Use scientific ideas to explain similarities and differences between modern and fossil organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
  • Evidence Slides
  • Work time on Worksheet and Slides
  • Fossil Record Worksheet 3/12
  • Evidence Slides 3/16
Thursday 3/12
  • Analyze fossil record data to identify patterns showing how life on Earth has changed over time.
  • Use scientific ideas to explain similarities and differences between modern and fossil organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
  • Correct Worksheet as class
  • Work on Evidence Slides
  • Fossil Record Worksheet DUE TODAY
  • Evidence Slides 3/16
  • Students will be able to answer questions from a provided map
  • -Atlas Activity part 2
  • -turn in at end of class
  • Ms. Duncanson out all day- Sub in class
  • I can solve problems involving scale drawings
  • 8-4 ALEKS day 2
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand main idea/ELA concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Main Idea-4
  • ELA Concepts-TH/F
  • Animal reveal activity
Friday 3/13
  • No School - Comp Day
  • No School
  • Comp Day
  • No School
  • Comp Day
  • No School
  • Comp Day

Week 30Mar 16 – 20, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 3/16
  • Analyze fossil record data to identify patterns showing how life on Earth has changed over time.
  • Use scientific ideas to explain similarities and differences between modern and fossil organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
  • Snow Day- No School
  • SNOW DAY
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand main idea concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • Read independently
  • Main Idea-5
  • Language 1-4
  • Copy vocabulary: Chapters 1-3
  • Read chapter 1
Tuesday 3/17
  • Analyze fossil record data to identify patterns showing how life on Earth has changed over time.
  • Use scientific ideas to explain similarities and differences between modern and fossil organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
  • Correct Evidence Slides
  • Comparative Anatomy Lab
  • Evidence Slides due TODAY
  • Comparative Anatomy Lab 3/18
  • Students will review vocabulary for this chapter
  • -History of St. Patrick’s Day
  • -Chapter 8 Vocabulary
  • 8-4 Review
  • 8-4 like quiz
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand main idea concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • Book Check #5
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea-6
  • Language 5-8
  • Read chapter 2
Wednesday 3/18
  • Analyze fossil record data to identify patterns showing how life on Earth has changed over time.
  • Use scientific ideas to explain similarities and differences between modern and fossil organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
  • Finish Comparative Anatomy Lab
  • Review Worksheet
  • Comparative Anatomy Lab 3/18
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • -Where in the World Quarter 3 Note Check
  • I can solve problems involving scale factors
  • 8-4 Quiz
  • Circumference Preview assignment in Google Classroom
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand main idea concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • Library: books for 4th quarter
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea-7
  • Language 9-12
  • Read chapter 3
Thursday 3/19
  • Analyze fossil record data to identify patterns showing how life on Earth has changed over time.
  • Use scientific ideas to explain similarities and differences between modern and fossil organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
  • Correct Review
  • Study for Test
  • Students will be able to identify the key events and factors leading up to the War of 1812
  • -8-1 “The Coming of War”
  • I can solve circumference problems given the radius or diameter of a circle.
  • 9-1 Circumference
  • *notes
  • All retakes/ tests must be done by end of day unless arranged with me
  • ALEKS 9-1
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Language 13-15
Friday 3/20
  • Analyze fossil record data to identify patterns showing how life on Earth has changed over time.
  • Use scientific ideas to explain similarities and differences between modern and fossil organisms to understand evolutionary relationships.
  • Test
  • End of Quarter 3
  • Students will be able to identify and describe the key events in the War of 1812
  • -8-2 ”The War of 1812”
  • -TEST RETAKES DUE
  • End of Quarter 3
  • ALL QUARTER 3 MISSING WORK DUE
  • I can solve area problems given the radius or diameter of a circle.
  • 9-2 Area of a Circle
  • notes
  • End of Quarter 3
  • ALEKS 9-2
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Vocab. Test 1-3
  • Chapters 1-3 test
  • Adopt a Puppy: Argumentative
  • Copy vocab. 4-6
  • End of Quarter 3
  • Vocab. Chapters 1-3 quiz

Week 31Mar 23 – 27, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 3/23
  • To apply scientific ideas to construct how things are similar and different among living things
  • Read 17-23
  • Classification System Notes
  • Students will be able to identify and describe key events and themes of the War of 1812
  • -War of 1812
  • -Ch. 8 Comprehension Sheet
  • -Finish Ch. 8 Vocab
  • I can solve circumference or area problems involving circles with a known diameter or radius.
  • Combo Review
  • ALEKS Circle Review
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea 2:1
  • Editing 1-4
  • Read Chapter 4
  • Argumentative essay
Tuesday 3/24
  • To apply scientific ideas to construct how things are similar and different among living things
  • Bacteria Reading and Worksheet
  • Bacteria Dichotomous Key
  • Bacteria Dich. Key 3/25
  • Students will be able to identify and describe the Monroe Doctrine and its effect in the Western Hemisphere
  • -9-1 “American Foreign Policy”
  • -The Monroe Doctrine
  • Ch. 8 Vocab Due
  • Quiz over circles
  • Review Perimeter and area of quadrilaterals and triangles
  • Area Review in ALEKS
  • Opt perimeter/area review in GC
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea 2:2
  • Editing 5-8
  • Read Chapter 5
  • Argumentative essay
Wednesday 3/25
  • To apply scientific ideas to construct how things are similar and different among living things
  • Correct Key
  • Read 33
  • Protists Notes
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • Ch. 8 Comprehension Sheet Due
  • I can find the area of composite figures
  • Area of composite figures 9-3
  • Notes
  • ALEKS 9-3
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea 2:3
  • Editing 9-13
  • Read Chapter 6
  • Argumentative essay
Thursday 3/26
  • To apply scientific ideas to construct how things are similar and different among living things
  • Protist Lab: Day 1
  • Protist Lab 3/30
  • Students will be able to describe the changes occurring in American infrastructure and society
  • -9-2 “Nationalism and Sectionalism”
  • -Assessment Questions
  • -Ch. 9 Vocab
  • I can find the surface area of Prisms.
  • 9-5 Surface Area prisms
  • notes
  • ALEKS 9-5
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea 2:4
  • Journal 4-6
  • Argumentative essay
Friday 3/27
  • To apply scientific ideas to construct how things are similar and different among living things
  • Protist Lab: Day 2
  • Protist Lab 3/30
  • -9-3 “American Culture”
  • 9-2 Assessment Questions Due
  • I can find the area of composite figures and surface area of prisms.
  • 9-3 and 9-5 Combo Review
  • Combo Review
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Vocab. And chapters 4-6 quiz
  • Main Idea 2:5/6
  • Argumentative essay
  • Chapters 4-6 quizzes

Week 32Mar 30 – Apr 3, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 3/30
  • To apply scientific ideas to construct how things are similar and different among living things
  • Read 34-35 and Fungi Notes
  • Students will review standards from Modules 8 & 9
  • -Review
  • I can find the volume of prisms.
  • Volume 9-4
  • notes
  • 9-4 ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea 3:1
  • Listening 1-4
  • Read Chp. 7
  • Argumentative essay
Tuesday 3/31
  • To apply scientific ideas to construct how things are similar and different among living things
  • Poster 4/2
  • Students will be assessed on standards from Modules 8 & 9
  • -Chapter 8 & 9 Quiz
  • I can solve problems involving area, volume, and surface area.
  • Mod 9 L3-5
  • Review
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Book Check #1
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea 3:2
  • Listening 5-7
  • Read Chapter 8
  • Argumentative essay
  • Book Check #1
Wednesday 4/1
  • To apply scientific ideas to construct how things are similar and different among living things
  • Poster 4/2
  • Worksheet 4/7
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • Quiz on surface area and volume of prisms
  • Inequality Preview in Google Classroom/Wayground with notes
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea 3:3-4
  • Listening 8-11
  • Read Chapter 9
  • Argumentative essay
Thursday 4/2
  • To apply scientific ideas to construct how things are similar and different among living things
  • Finish Worksheet
  • Documentary
  • 2-Hour Early Dismissal
  • Worksheet 4/7
  • Students will be able to describe both the praises and criticisms of Andrew Jackson
  • -Introduction to Andrew Jackson
  • 2-Hour Early Dismissal
  • I can find surface area of 3D composites
  • Surface area 3-D composites 9-6
  • 2-Hour Early Dismissal
  • 9-6 worksheet, and catch up on missing work
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Main Idea 3: 5-6
  • Quizzes: Chapters 7-9/vocab. 7-9
  • Mud Race Challenge-read and answer ?’s
  • 2-Hour Early Dismissal
  • Chapters 7-9/vocab. 7-9 quizzes
Friday 4/3
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • Enjoy break
  • No School

Week 33Apr 6 – 10, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 4/6
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
  • No School
Tuesday 4/7
  • To identify animal characteristics using starfish
  • Correct Plant and Animal Packet
  • Starfish packet/notes
  • Starfish Dissection Packet
  • Starfish Packet 4/9
  • Students will be able to describe how democratic processes evolved during the early 1800s
  • -10-1 “Jacksonian Democracy”
  • -Ch. 10 Vocab
  • I can solve one and two step inequalities by isolating the variable
  • ALEKS Solve inequalities D1
  • due 8:15 am tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Reading Lit. 1-5
  • Read chapter 10
  • Argumentative essay
Wednesday 4/8
  • To identify animal characteristics using starfish
  • Starfish Dissection
  • Starfish Packet 4/9
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • I can solve and graph one and two step inequalities
  • ALEKS Graph inequalities D2
  • due 8:15 am tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Research inquiry 1-2
  • Read chapter 11
  • Argumentative essay
Thursday 4/9
  • To identify animal characteristics using starfish
  • Correct Starfish Dissection Packet
  • Review for Quiz
  • Students will be able to identify and describe key events during the Jackson presidency
  • -10-2 “Jackson Administration”
  • -Jackson Administration Note Guide in Class
  • I can write and solve one and two step inequalities
  • ALEKS Write inequalities D3
  • due 8:15 am tomorrow
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Research inquiry 4-7
  • Read chapter 12
  • Argumentative essay
Friday 4/10
  • To identify the characteristics of living things
  • Classification of Living Things Quiz
  • Plant Structures for Reproduction Worksheet
  • Worksheet 4/13
  • Students will be able to identify and describe the Indian Removal Act and Trail of Tears
  • 10-3 “Indian Removal”
  • Ch. 10 Vocab Due
  • I can write and solve one and two step inequalities
  • Review
  • ALEKS inequalities review due Monday 8:15 am in preparation for quiz
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *prepare for state testing via practice
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Reading: inferences
  • Read chapter 13
  • Argumentative essay
  • Read chapters 10-13 for quiz on Monday

Week 34Apr 13 – 17, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 4/13
  • Develop and use a model to describe how plant structures function as a system
  • Construct scientific explanations based on evidence about how plants maintain life processes.
  • Review Quiz
  • Correct Plant Structures for Reproduction
  • Plant Structure Packet
  • Packet 4/14
  • Study 4/17
  • Students will be able to describe life on the frontier and the importance of the Oregon Trail
  • - A Growing Nation
  • -The Oregon Trail Write Up
  • Jackson Administration Note Guide Due
  • Inequality quiz (50 pts)
  • Integer review assign in ALEKS (no calculator)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand how to write an argumentative essay
  • Book Check #2
  • Rev. vocab. And chapters 10-13
  • Quizzes: vocab. And chapter quizzes
  • Copy vocab. 14-16
  • Finishy typing argumentative essay: peer review
  • Book check #2
  • Argumentative essay
Tuesday 4/14
  • Develop and use a model to describe how plant structures function as a system
  • Construct scientific explanations based on evidence about how plants maintain life processes.
  • Correct Plant Structure Packet
  • Flower Dissection Lab
  • *absent assignment on google classroom
  • Dissection Paper 4/15
  • Study 4/17
  • Students will be able to describe the conflict between Plains Native and U.S. forces
  • - Wars in the West
  • State Testing Review
  • Equivalent expressions interim
  • ALEKS SBAC review (Fractions, Expressions, Equations)
  • STATE TESTING
Wednesday 4/15
  • Develop and use a model to describe how plant structures function as a system
  • Construct scientific explanations based on evidence about how plants maintain life processes.
  • Design Lab 4/17
  • Study 4/17
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World Wednesday
  • Oregon Trail Write Up
  • State Testing Review Percents
  • ALEKS SBAC review (percents)
  • STATE TESTING
Thursday 4/16
  • Develop and use a model to describe how plant structures function as a system
  • Construct scientific explanations based on evidence about how plants maintain life processes.
  • Design Lab 4/17
  • Study 4/17
  • Students will complete a simulated Oregon Trail experience
  • -Oregon Trail Game
  • Ch.8 & Ch.9 Quiz Retakes Due
  • Statistics and Probability interim questions
  • Figures/angles
  • SBAC Review (Figures/angles, stats, probability) in ALEKS)
  • STATE TESTING
Friday 4/17
  • Develop and use a model to describe how plant structures function as a system
  • Construct scientific explanations based on evidence about how plants maintain life processes.
  • Gallery Walk of Flowers
  • Plant Structure Quiz
  • Students will see recreations of historical events from the time period.
  • SBAC Review (proportions, unit rate, scale factor) in ALEKS
  • STATE TESTING

Week 35Apr 20 – 24, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 4/20
  • Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence that changes in the amount and availability of resources affect population within an ecosystem
  • Analyze the cause–and-effect relationships in order to predict how the size of a population directly affects the availability of resources
  • Read 253-258
  • Ecosystem Vocab Worksheet
  • Worksheet 4/23
  • Study 4/24
  • Students will be able to describe why and how the Texas Revolution happened
  • -Texas Revolution
  • Breathe, you’ve got this!
  • Get lots of rest.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab. 14-16
  • Read chapter 14
  • Noun ppt. = notes
Tuesday 4/21
  • Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence that changes in the amount and availability of resources affect population within an ecosystem
  • Analyze the cause–and-effect relationships in order to predict how the size of a population directly affects the availability of resources
  • Oh Deer Lab! (activity)
  • Worksheet 4/23
  • Oh Deer! 4/23
  • Study 4/24
  • Students will be able to describe the lasting effects of the Mexican American War
  • -Mexican American War
  • Get lots of rest.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab. 14-16
  • Read chapter 15
  • Noun ppt.=notes
Wednesday 4/22
  • Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence that changes in the amount and availability of resources affect population within an ecosystem
  • Analyze the cause–and-effect relationships in order to predict how the size of a population directly affects the availability of resources
  • Finish Oh Deer Lab! (data analysis and conclusions)
  • Worksheet 4/23
  • Oh Deer! 4/23
  • Study 4/24
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World
  • Take your time, and show what you know….it’s a lot!
  • Get lots of rest.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab. 14-16
  • Read chapter 16
  • Noun wks.
Thursday 4/23
  • Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence that changes in the amount and availability of resources affect population within an ecosystem
  • Analyze the cause–and-effect relationships in order to predict how the size of a population directly affects the availability of resources
  • Correct Ecosystem Vocab Worksheet
  • Gizmo: Rabbit Population
  • Study 4/24
  • Gizmo 4/27
  • Students will be able to describe the effects the gold rush had on California
  • -The California Gold Rush
  • Get lots of rest.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab. 14-16
  • Quizzes 14-16
  • Journal #2
  • Copy vocab. 17-19
  • Read chapter 17
  • Chapter and vocabulary quizzes chapters 14-16
Friday 4/24
  • Analyze and interpret data to provide evidence that changes in the amount and availability of resources affect population within an ecosystem
  • Analyze the cause–and-effect relationships in order to predict how the size of a population directly affects the availability of resources
  • Vocabulary Quiz
  • Finish Gizmo: Rabbit Population
  • Gizmo 4/27
  • Students will review concepts from the unit
  • -Chapter 12 Review
  • Finish strong!
  • Enjoy the week-end.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read chapter 18
  • Grammar book: 13-14

Week 36Apr 27 – May 1, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 4/27
  • Students will identify the key components of the water, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycles
  • Read 262-269
  • Energy Worksheet
  • Energy Wkst 4/28
  • Study 5/1
  • Students will be able to describe life, culture, and economy of the North
  • -The North
  • Review and catch up on skills not quite mastered
  • If completing circle quiz retake, must have additional retake like quiz done by Wednesday.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Book check #3
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read chapter 19
  • Pronoun notes
  • Book check #3
Tuesday 4/28
  • Students will identify the key components of the water, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycles
  • Correct Energy Worksheet
  • Food Chain/Web Activity
  • Study 5/1
  • Students will be able to describe life, culture, and economy of the South
  • -The South
  • Review and catch up on skills not quite mastered
  • Review for Mod 9 L3-5 Retake Review Or continue practicing circles OR missing work (6th & 8th PD Circle Review)
  • IF Finished, play card golf or integer war
  • If Retaking Mod 9 L3-5 Test have retake like test review done by tomorrow.
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Quizzes: chapter and vocab. 17-19
  • Pronoun antecedents: notes
  • Copy 20-22 vocab.
  • Chapter and vocab. 17-19
Wednesday 4/29
  • Students will identify the key components of the water, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycles
  • Read 273-279
  • Cycles Worksheet
  • Cycles Wkst 4/30
  • Study 5/1
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World
  • Review and catch up on skills not quite mastered
  • Optional
  • Circle Quiz Retake
  • OR
  • Mod 9 L3-5 Retake
  • If not retaking: missing work or ALEKS topics
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read chapter 20
  • Pronoun/antecedent wks.
Thursday 4/30
  • Students will identify the key components of the water, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycles
  • Nitrogen Cycle Lab
  • Study 5/1
  • Students will be able to compare and contrast life in the North and South Pre Civil War
  • -North vs. South Note Guide in class
  • -Ch. 13 & 14 Comprehension Sheet
  • Integer Review
  • Integer Rule Review
  • (Game format)
  • Complete or re-do integer review assigned prior to state testing
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read chapter 21
  • Adj. notes
Friday 5/1
  • Students will identify the key components of the water, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycles
  • Finish Nitrogen Cycle Lab
  • Energy Quiz
  • Fish Packet: Parts A, B, C ONLY
  • Fish Packet 5/11
  • Students will be able to identify major abolitionists of the time.
  • -Abolitionist Note Guide
  • Measure progress on integer skills from beginning of year.
  • ** New Quiz on reviewing integer rules (25 pts)
  • When finished: work on missing
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Workbook pages 15-16
  • Adjective wks.

Week 37May 4 – 8, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 5/4
  • Students will identify the key components of the water, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycle
  • Students will identify the parts of an aquatic ecosystem and the interactions within
  • Fish Packet Notes and Videos
  • Fish Packet: sign up for part F fish
  • Fish Packet 5/11
  • Students will be able to identify themes of Immigration during the mid 1800s and challenges of growing cities
  • - Immigration and Urban Challenges
  • Ch. 13 & 14 Comprehension Sheet Due
  • Scale Factor Review in class
  • If not wanting/needing to correct and no missing work
  • *integer card game * Golf card game
  • If retaking Mod 8 Scale Factor Quiz, Retake Review in ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read Chapter 22-summary
  • Workbook: 17-18, 21
  • Subject/predicate: notes
Tuesday 5/5
  • Students will identify the key components of the water, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycle
  • Students will identify the parts of an aquatic ecosystem and the interactions within
  • Black Team Field Trip to Skate City
  • 11:30-2:30
  • Work on Fish Packet: Parts A, B, C, and F
  • Fish Packet 5/11
  • Students will be able to identify themes of the Women’s Rights movement, and the politics of Abolition
  • -Women’s Rights and Abolition
  • Inequality Review
  • If not wanting to correct and no missing work
  • *integer card game * Golf card game
  • If Retaking Inequality Quiz, complete the retake inequality review in ALEKS
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Renew books/read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Subject/predicate notes
  • STAR TESTING
  • STAR TESTING
Wednesday 5/6
  • Students will identify the key components of the water, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycle
  • Students will identify the parts of an aquatic ecosystem and the interactions within
  • AM Classes: Aquatic Ecosystems Documentary
  • Fish Packet 5/11
  • -Black Team Field Trip to Skate City
  • Black team field trip (p.m.)
  • Work catch up day to improve assignments to retake Q4 quiz
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • FIELD TRIP
Thursday 5/7
  • Students will identify the key components of the water, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycle
  • Students will identify the parts of an aquatic ecosystem and the interactions within
  • Fish Dissection: Part D External Dissection
  • Fish Packet 5/11
  • Students will be able to identify the causes of the Civil War
  • -Causes of the Civil War
  • -Compromise of 1850 & Bleeding Kansas
  • Retake Q4 quiz you want to improve either Scale Factor or Inequalities
  • Not needing to retake
  • Topics, missing work, or GC
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Book Check #4
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read Chapters 23-summary
  • Subj./pred. worksheet
  • Book check #4
Friday 5/8
  • Fish Dissection: Part E Internal Dissection
  • Fish Packet 5/11
  • Students will be able to identify the causes of the Civil War
  • -Causes of the Civil War
  • -Dred Scott, Harpers Ferry, Lincoln’s Election, Secession
  • -America the Story of Us: Division
  • Last Day to Retake any quiz!
  • Retake Quizzes
  • If not wanting to retake
  • Missing work
  • Topics
  • Google Classroom
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Subj./Pred.-correct/tions
  • Notebook: subject/predicate
  • notes:clauses

Week 38May 11 – 15, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 5/11
  • Students will research an endangered species, including its habitat, threats, and conservation status.
  • Students will create models, posters, or presentations explaining conservation efforts.
  • Correct Fish Packet
  • Intro to Biodiversity
  • Students will be able to identify early events and themes of the Civil War
  • -The Civil War
  • - Beginnings of the War
  • -Comprehension Questions
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Read chapters 24-25
  • -summaries
  • Clauses:wks.
Tuesday 5/12
  • Students will research an endangered species, including its habitat, threats, and conservation status.
  • Students will create models, posters, or presentations explaining conservation efforts.
  • Project Introduction
  • Sign up for species
  • Project 5/18
  • Students will be able to identify key details about the life of a Civil War soldier
  • -The Civil War
  • -Daily Life During the War
  • -Battle Guide Notes
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Quizzes 20-25
  • Copy vocab. 26-28
  • Clause-correct(ions)
  • Verbs:notes
  • 24-25 quizzes
Wednesday 5/13
  • Students will research an endangered species, including its habitat, threats, and conservation status.
  • Students will create models, posters, or presentations explaining conservation efforts.
  • Project Work Day
  • Project 5/18
  • Students will be able to summarize the final events of the Civil War
  • -The Civil War
  • -The Tides Turn
  • -Battle Guide Notes
  • Farkle Probability
  • Video
  • Play with a partner and record data
  • Does it match with expected?
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab. (3)
  • Read chapter 26
  • Verbs:notes
  • Verb wks.
Thursday 5/14
  • Students will research an endangered species, including its habitat, threats, and conservation status.
  • Students will create models, posters, or presentations explaining conservation efforts.
  • Project Work Day
  • Project 5/18
  • Students will review major events and historical figures of the Civil War
  • Farkle: Combine whole class data
  • Is this more or less like we expected.
  • Why?
  • Extra time single dice roll activity
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Read independently
  • Rev. vocab. (3)
  • Read chapters 27-28
  • Verb-finish wks.
Friday 5/15
  • Students will research an endangered species, including its habitat, threats, and conservation status.
  • Students will create models, posters, or presentations explaining conservation efforts.
  • Project Work Day
  • Start Presentations if complete
  • Project 5/18
  • Students will review standards for the Civil War
  • Civil War Review
  • -Gimkit in class (posted on Google Classroom)
  • ALEKS Q4 knowledge check
  • *In class (try your best!)
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Book check #5
  • Rev. vocab.
  • Quizzes: Chapters 27-28
  • Corrections
  • Types of sentences: notes/wks.
  • Book Check #5
  • 26-28 quizzes

Week 39May 18 – 22, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Monday 5/18
  • Students will research an endangered species, including its habitat, threats, and conservation status.
  • Students will create models, posters, or presentations explaining conservation efforts.
  • Presentations
  • Students will be assessed on on standards from the Civil War
  • Civil War Test
  • Graph points, make probable predictions
  • Battle ship
  • Incentive day for classes earned
  • Students will be able to:
  • *understand grammar concepts
  • Corrections
  • Movie
Tuesday 5/19
  • Students will research an endangered species, including its habitat, threats, and conservation status.
  • Students will create models, posters, or presentations explaining conservation efforts.
  • Presentations
  • Ecology Bingo (if done with presentations)
  • Students will complete any work still needed to complete
  • -Final Grade Check in
  • -Catch up
  • ALL MISSING WORK DUE TODAY!!!
  • Graph points, make probable predictions
  • Battle ship
  • Students will be able to:
  • *understand themes in cinema and compare/contrast to literature
  • Movie
Wednesday 5/20
  • Students will research an endangered species, including its habitat, threats, and conservation status.
  • Students will create models, posters, or presentations explaining conservation efforts.
  • Finish Presentations if needed
  • If nice: Science Activity Outside
  • If raining: Escape Room
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World
  • Graph points, make probable predictions
  • Battle ship
  • Students will be able to:
  • *enjoy the last day of school
  • Summer Bingo
  • Trivia Showdown
Thursday 5/21
  • To have a great last day with our team!
  • School-wide Activity
  • Last Day of School
  • Early Out
  • Have a great summer!
  • BVMS Palooza
  • Last Day of School!
  • Last Day of School
  • BVMS Palooza!
  • Last Day of School
  • PALOOZA
Friday 5/22
  • Staff Workshop
  • Staff Workshop
  • Staff Workshop
  • Staff Workshop

Week 40Mar 11 – 11, 2026 Quiz/Test Assigned

Wednesday 3/111
  • Students will record and explore information about an unfamiliar country
  • -Where in the World
  • I can solve problems involving scale drawings
  • 8-4 ALEKS day 1
  • Students will be able to:
  • *identify elements of a novel while reading independently
  • *become active readers/listeners
  • *understand main idea/ELA concepts
  • *work cooperatively with a partner
  • Read independently
  • Main Idea-3
  • ELA Concepts-W
  • Read: Tlingit People
  • -answer ?’s
  • Argumentative essay:notes
  • Argumentative: matching activity