Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Chapter 13 power point

Sorry guys, I thought this posted earlier...

Here is the Chapter 13 powerpoint presentation.

Don't forget that tomorrow is the quiz over DNA Technology and that Thursday is the test over Chapter 12 and 13.

I know this is a lot, but you have all proven on the tests that you are capable of doing this!!!

I will be going over the scores with 1st and 2nd period tomorrow.

By the end of the week I should know which class made the highest gains and I will have posted the students who all scored in the advanced and proficient categories!!! I am so proud of you all!!!!

Keep up the good work! Only 4 weeks left until the End of Course exam!!!!

Mrs. K

Reminders for this week

We are in an abbreviated week.

Please remember:

Monday: chapter 13 part 1

Tuesday: chapter 13 part 2

Wednesday: quiz over 3210.4.4 DNA technology

Thursday: chapter 12 & 13 test

Extra credit options: white board markers, 5 points per package or tissue, 5 points per box; 20 point maximum

Tutoring as usual

Mrs. K

Friday, March 22, 2013

Summer time at Bridges!

Attached to this is the BRIDGES flyer for anyone interested in applying to particiapte in the CONNECT program!

It's a lot of fun!!!

Flyer is here...

A few pieces of information

Just wanted to share a few pieces of information with you as a reminder:

1. NO late homework will be accepted after we take the EOC on May 1. Please work hard to get it in on time.

2. NO quizzes or tests can be retaken after we take the EOC on May 1. Please work hard to get these done before hand.

3. If you are working on papers and whatnot and do not have a jumpdrive or you need a secure way of having your work available, you can always have your stuff when you need it with Dropbox. Sign up for free! http://db.tt/JGkj7IjM This link will allow you to sign up for free and have free storage. You can download dropbox to your iphone, ipad, Android phone or computer desktop once you have subscribed. If you don't have a mobile device, this is a great way to make your documents portable and easily accessible from anywhere.

Keep up the good work!!!

Mrs. K

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Power Points from Chapter 12

hey guys,

Sorry, I just realized that this blog post didn't post on Wednesday like I thought it did...

Here's the link to the DNA Structure powerpoint

And....

Here's the link to the Chapter 12 powerpoint that goes with the book. At the end of this one there are some questions that you can quiz yourself on if you do them in slideshow.

And a few reminders:

Quiz tomorrow

Next week, we'll finish Chapter 12 and start on Chapter 13.

Please hang tough with me for the next 5 weeks. We don't have much time left before we do our individualized week of study and then take the End of Course exam. You guys have worked really hard with me for the last 2.5 months, don't give up on us now! It's a lot of work, but I know that you guys can do this. You are incredible people and you are capable of incredible things!!!

Mrs. K

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Spring Break Studying!

Apparently, I didn't post this already....sorry!

Below, are all the directions that you need in order to the packet and links to the pdf pages that need to be completed. IF you cannot get the pages printed, please be sure to label them carefully!!!

Here's the link to the pages https://www.dropbox.com/s/u2ypo99dhvkhlif/science_10___principles_of_relative_aging.pdf

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Spring Break Packet Instructions:
Read Chapter 14
Complete the information for Chapter 14
Read Chapter 14
Complete Section Reviews
Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/5MYXK6M  and complete your quiz: Not timed, public and you can retake as many as times you need.

Read Chapter 15
Complete the pages for Chapter 15
Read Chapter 15
Complete section reviews
Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/5RDMJQC and complete your quiz: Not timed, public and you can retake as many times as you need

Call, email, or text if you need help!
Mrs. K

Friday, March 8, 2013

Sewing classes

Hey guys,

Some of you guys have asked about sewing lessons. So, if you will be in town over spring break and you would like to, I will be teaching two sewing classes over spring break.

On Tuesday, I'll be teaching a placemat class, you can register at this site:
Http://springbreakplacematworkshop.eventbrite.com

On Wednesday, I'll be teaching a tote bag class, you can register at this site:
Http://springbreaktoteworkshop.eventbrite.com

No matter what you do, I hope you all enjoy your break! Get lots of sleep, enjoy time with your friends and get ready to attack when we get back!

I am so proud and so grateful for all the work you have done so far. You are all truly amazing and wonderful people and I am honored to have such an impressive roster.

Love you all!!!!
Mrs. K

Thursday, March 7, 2013

Friday, March 1, 2013

Modes of Inheritance in Chromosomes

Ladies and Gentlemen,

Make sure you review over the weekend the information from the first part of Chapter 11 and that you are ready for us to dive in next week.

Things that you need to remember:

1. NMS packets are in the classroom right now, DUE March 6th!

2. Makeup homework is due by March 7th

3. Retakes of Quizzes or Tests must be done by March 7th as well!

4. Any other questions; please message me, email me, text me or call me!!!

5. Spring Break packets will be ready on Monday for those of you who will be leaving for the band trip. Otherwise, you'll take them home at the end of the week.

Thanks for your hard work, keep it up!
Mrs. K