WEEK OF 11/17/08 - 11/21/08

Q.O.T.W.:
"The past is a ghost, the future a dream, and all we ever have is now." -Bill Cosby (Who is he??? What do you think he meant???)

Survey Results:
How did you feel about using the SENTEO?
Loved it (28%)
It was ok (57%)
Hated it (14%)
Be sure to make your voice heard in this week's survey.

This Week At A Glance:
Science Skills- This week we will learn how to find the volume of liquids, regular and irregular shaped objects.

Weekly Quiz- There will be no quiz this week.

Curriculum- We will learn how to identify minerals using the various physical properties you learned last week in a laboratory exercise. We will also begin section 2 of chapter 3 which deals with igneous and sedimentary rocks.

Reading Initiative- As menitioned last week, you will be responsible to write a science book report and an article summary. By the end of this week you should have selected the book you will use for your book report. I will require that information from you this Friday. Please see me if you need assistance during Advisory.

End of Quarter Progress Report- You will receive your 1st quarter report this Monday to give to your parent/guardian in preparation for the Parent Teachers Conference that will be held this Tuesday from 1pm-3pm and 5:30pm-8pm. Your parent/guardian will be required to sign it as it is counted as a homework assignment.

Urban Advantage Vouchers- As we look ahead towards your science exit project, you will receive starting on Tuesday at the Parent Teachers Conference your UA Vouchers which will allow you to visit various institutions in the city to help you plan and execute your science exit project.