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General News
8th Grade Movie Field Trip Update
The 8th grade will be taking a field trip on Thursday, November 29th to go see the movie The Hate U Give. In order to attend, students must turn in a signed permission slip and $10, which will cover the cost of a ticket, popcorn, and a drink. We are also planning to supplement the viewing of the film with a panel of guest speakers from around the community in an attempt to help students unpack their thoughts on some of the film's important themes. If your child hasn't brought home a permission slip yet, that's all right - just make sure they remember to get one on Monday, or feel free to contact your child's homeroom teacher. We are so excited!
A/AB Honors Ceremony
Please join Ms. Tolbert on Tuesday, November 27th at 6:30pm in the cafeteria to celebrate students who earned all As or all As and Bs in the first quarter grading period. We are extremely proud of our students and their accomplishments! Students will be receiving their invitations at school on Monday.
Progress Reports
Progress reports went home with students last week. They provide the 4.5 week notice of how your child is progressing in their classes for this quarter. If you have questions or concerns about your child's grades, please reach out to your child's teacher(s) - a full 8th grade faculty contact list is provided at the bottom of this blog. Please check Parent Portal frequently so that we can address any academic concerns early! If you would like your child to receive extra help, PSP meets after school on Mondays and Tuesdays, and transportation is provided! Please contact Ms. Ward (wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us) if you're interested or want more information.
Can-A-Thon
As we approach the holiday season, the 8th grade team is partnering with the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia to hold a canned food drive. We will be competing by homerooms to see who can raise the most canned foods, and the winning homeroom will receive a pizza party! The Can-A-Thon will last until the end of the month, and a flyer was sent home with students with more information.
Panther Nation News Blog
Be sure to check Ms. Tolbert's Panther Nation News Blog, as it contains news, announcements, and information for the entire school!
Content News
Math News:
8th Grade
Monday: Unit 2 & Unit 3 Test Corrections & Review
Tuesday: Introducing slope (Begin Unit 4); Binder Checks
Wednesday: Defining and finding slope
Thursday: Slope, y-intercept, and slope-intercept form for linear functions
Friday: Slope, y-intercept, and slope-intercept form for linear functions
**We took our Unit 3 Test on the Friday before Thanksgiving break, so be sure to check Parent Portal often to look for when those grades get entered over the break. Students should be studying each night for at least 15 minutes by looking over their notes from class (and if students have computer access at home, they are also encouraged to use sites like Khan Academy for tutorial videos and practice problems).
**Students are highly encouraged to attend PSP on Tuesday afternoons for extra help! If you are interested in attending, please contact Ms. Ward (wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us).
Accelerated Math
Monday: Solving systems of inequalities
Tuesday: Solving systems of inequalities; Binder Checks
Wednesday: Solving systems of equations
Thursday: Solving systems using the elimination method
Friday: Quiz on solving systems of equations and inequalities
**More specific information on assignments, upcoming dates, etc. will be specified via group email.
ELA News:
We will continue working on our persuasive pieces working specifically on our counter-arguments, supporting claims with valid reasons, and reliable sources, as well as the editing process.
**Binder checks will be on Friday.
**We will continue working on our focused note taking skills.
Science News:
8th Grade
8th Grade Physical Science students have just completed their Unit 3 Post Test and Exam. Students scores did not reflect their potential. Parents and families, we need your help in holding our students accountable for their learning. Please help your scholar by signing up for "Remind." We will use Remind to inform you of their assignments and update you on their weekly progress. Clink here sign up for Remind.
Thanks,
Mr. Mosley and Ms. Myers
High School Science
Monday: Why do atoms bond?- reading; Binder Checks
Tuesday: How do ions tell us information about ionic bonds?- practice work with ions
Wednesday: Which elements form an ionic bond?- notes on ionic bonding
Thursday: Quiz on ions and ionic bonds
Friday: Starting covalent bonding
**Parents and guardians: Infinite campus has been updated with test scores. Students are aware of extra credit opportunities and have all of break and the week after to be working on those assignments. If students have more questions, I'm happy to address them over email during the break. I will also be offering extra credit time on Monday after school from 4-5pm. If this time does not work, let me know and I'm happy to schedule some time with your student at another time!
Social Studies News:
Monday: Was life better after Reconstruction? If so, for which groups?
Tuesday: Was life better after Reconstruction? If so, for which groups?
Wednesday: Who was in control of Reconstruction and how did that impact it?
Thursday: How did Lincoln's, Johnson's, and the Radical Republican plans for Reconstruction differ?; Binder Checks
Friday: What was the purpose of the Amendments passed during Reconstruction?
Spanish News:
The 8th grade will be taking a field trip on Thursday, November 29th to go see the movie The Hate U Give. In order to attend, students must turn in a signed permission slip and $10, which will cover the cost of a ticket, popcorn, and a drink. We are also planning to supplement the viewing of the film with a panel of guest speakers from around the community in an attempt to help students unpack their thoughts on some of the film's important themes. If your child hasn't brought home a permission slip yet, that's all right - just make sure they remember to get one on Monday, or feel free to contact your child's homeroom teacher. We are so excited!
A/AB Honors Ceremony
Please join Ms. Tolbert on Tuesday, November 27th at 6:30pm in the cafeteria to celebrate students who earned all As or all As and Bs in the first quarter grading period. We are extremely proud of our students and their accomplishments! Students will be receiving their invitations at school on Monday.
Progress Reports
Progress reports went home with students last week. They provide the 4.5 week notice of how your child is progressing in their classes for this quarter. If you have questions or concerns about your child's grades, please reach out to your child's teacher(s) - a full 8th grade faculty contact list is provided at the bottom of this blog. Please check Parent Portal frequently so that we can address any academic concerns early! If you would like your child to receive extra help, PSP meets after school on Mondays and Tuesdays, and transportation is provided! Please contact Ms. Ward (wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us) if you're interested or want more information.
Can-A-Thon
As we approach the holiday season, the 8th grade team is partnering with the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia to hold a canned food drive. We will be competing by homerooms to see who can raise the most canned foods, and the winning homeroom will receive a pizza party! The Can-A-Thon will last until the end of the month, and a flyer was sent home with students with more information.
Panther Nation News Blog
Be sure to check Ms. Tolbert's Panther Nation News Blog, as it contains news, announcements, and information for the entire school!
Content News
Math News:
8th Grade
Monday: Unit 2 & Unit 3 Test Corrections & Review
Tuesday: Introducing slope (Begin Unit 4); Binder Checks
Wednesday: Defining and finding slope
Thursday: Slope, y-intercept, and slope-intercept form for linear functions
Friday: Slope, y-intercept, and slope-intercept form for linear functions
**We took our Unit 3 Test on the Friday before Thanksgiving break, so be sure to check Parent Portal often to look for when those grades get entered over the break. Students should be studying each night for at least 15 minutes by looking over their notes from class (and if students have computer access at home, they are also encouraged to use sites like Khan Academy for tutorial videos and practice problems).
**Students are highly encouraged to attend PSP on Tuesday afternoons for extra help! If you are interested in attending, please contact Ms. Ward (wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us).
Accelerated Math
Monday: Solving systems of inequalities
Tuesday: Solving systems of inequalities; Binder Checks
Wednesday: Solving systems of equations
Thursday: Solving systems using the elimination method
Friday: Quiz on solving systems of equations and inequalities
**More specific information on assignments, upcoming dates, etc. will be specified via group email.
ELA News:
We will continue working on our persuasive pieces working specifically on our counter-arguments, supporting claims with valid reasons, and reliable sources, as well as the editing process.
**Binder checks will be on Friday.
**We will continue working on our focused note taking skills.
Science News:
8th Grade
8th Grade Physical Science students have just completed their Unit 3 Post Test and Exam. Students scores did not reflect their potential. Parents and families, we need your help in holding our students accountable for their learning. Please help your scholar by signing up for "Remind." We will use Remind to inform you of their assignments and update you on their weekly progress. Clink here sign up for Remind.
Thanks,
Mr. Mosley and Ms. Myers
High School Science
Monday: Why do atoms bond?- reading; Binder Checks
Tuesday: How do ions tell us information about ionic bonds?- practice work with ions
Wednesday: Which elements form an ionic bond?- notes on ionic bonding
Thursday: Quiz on ions and ionic bonds
Friday: Starting covalent bonding
**Parents and guardians: Infinite campus has been updated with test scores. Students are aware of extra credit opportunities and have all of break and the week after to be working on those assignments. If students have more questions, I'm happy to address them over email during the break. I will also be offering extra credit time on Monday after school from 4-5pm. If this time does not work, let me know and I'm happy to schedule some time with your student at another time!
Social Studies News:
Monday: Was life better after Reconstruction? If so, for which groups?
Tuesday: Was life better after Reconstruction? If so, for which groups?
Wednesday: Who was in control of Reconstruction and how did that impact it?
Thursday: How did Lincoln's, Johnson's, and the Radical Republican plans for Reconstruction differ?; Binder Checks
Friday: What was the purpose of the Amendments passed during Reconstruction?
Spanish News:
**Binder checks will be conducted on Wednesday.
**There will be Spanish tutoring on Mondays from 4:00-5:30 in Ms. Viera's room.
Ag Science/FFA
Tuesday: FFA Agriscience Fair Meeting 4-5pm (You must attend either Tuesday or Thursday to compete)
Thursday: FFA Agriscience Fair Meeting 4-5pm (You must attend either Tuesday or Thursday to compete)
Thursday: 4-6pm- FFA Outdoor Cooking Lesson: FFA members can come and learn how to use Dutch Ovens (bring a light jacket as we will be outside under a shelter)
8th Grade Faculty
Math:
**There will be Spanish tutoring on Mondays from 4:00-5:30 in Ms. Viera's room.
Ag Science/FFA
Tuesday: FFA Agriscience Fair Meeting 4-5pm (You must attend either Tuesday or Thursday to compete)
Thursday: FFA Agriscience Fair Meeting 4-5pm (You must attend either Tuesday or Thursday to compete)
Thursday: 4-6pm- FFA Outdoor Cooking Lesson: FFA members can come and learn how to use Dutch Ovens (bring a light jacket as we will be outside under a shelter)
8th Grade Faculty
Math:
Tonya Ward, wardt@clarke.k12.ga.us
Mark Martin, martinm@clarke.k12.ga.us
Conor Naughton, naughtonc@clarke.k12.ga.us
Jason Pratt, prattj@clarke.k12.ga.us
ELA:
ELA:
Eric Blake, blakee@clarke.k12.ga.us
Cassie Page, pagec@clarke.k12.ga.us
Melanie Marty, maxeym@clarke.k12.ga.us
April Chester, chestera2@clarke.12.ga.us
Science:
Science:
Meganne Skinner, skinnerme@clarke.k12.ga.us
Diarra Mosley, mosleyd@clarke.k12.ga.us
Karen Myers, myersk@clarke.k12.ga.us
Social Studies:
Social Studies:
Jason Yungmann, yungmannj@clarke.k12.ga.us
Nyla Bell, belln@clarke.k12.ga.us
Angela Bright, brighta@clarke.k12.ga.us
Spanish:
Spanish:
Laura Viera, vieral@clarke.k12.ga.us
Enjoy the weekend, and go Panthers!
Enjoy the weekend, and go Panthers!
