Monday, October 31, 2016

Mon., 10/31/16

Today in Science:
  • Monday Writing - History of Haunted Houses
  • Continue working on "The Cell is Like a..." mini project - I can develop a cell analogy and explain how the individual parts of the cell function similarly to the individual components of my analogy.
Homework:
  • Have FUN and be SAFE!
  • OPTIONAL: you may continue working on your "Cell is like a..." project. Cell projects will be due on Wednesday (DATE CHANGE).
Announcements:
  • Spirit Week!!! (Lombardo Loot points up for grabs for class participation!)
    • TUESDAY - Pajama Day
    • WEDNESDAY - RTMS Spirit Day
    • THURSDAY - Crazy Outfit Day
    • FRIDAY - House Colors (Sun House wears ORANGE)
      • Fall Dance - 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Friday, October 28, 2016

Fri., 10/28/16

Today in Science:
  • Continue working on "The Cell is Like a..." mini project - I can develop a cell analogy and explain how the individual parts of the cell function similarly to the individual components of my analogy.
  • Cell Jeopardy - I can identify the parts (structure) of a cell, and I will know the functions of the cell organelles.
Homework:
  • Watch the BRONCOS WIN!!!
  • OPTIONAL: you may continue working on your "Cell is like a..." project. Cell projects will be due at the END of class on Tuesday!
Announcements:
  • NEXT WEEK - Spirit Week!!! (Lombardo Loot points up for grabs for class participation!)
    • MONDAY- Halloween Costumes & Fall Fest
    • TUESDAY - Pajama Day
    • WEDNESDAY - RTMS Spirit Day
    • THURSDAY - Crazy Outfit Day
    • FRIDAY - House Colors (Sun House wears ORANGE)
      • Fall Dance - 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Thursday, October 27, 2016

Thurs., 10/27/16

Today in Science:
  • Finish Cells Foldable - I can identify the parts (structure) of a cell, and I will know the functions of the cell organelles.
  • Begin "The Cell is Like a..." mini project - I can develop a cell analogy and explain how the individual parts of the cell function similarly to the individual components of my analogy.
Homework:
  • Complete Cells Foldable (if not completed in class)
  • Bring $1 to donate to sack lunches for the homeless, and you can wear your hat to school!
Announcements:
  • FRIDAY - Hats for the Homeless! Donate $1 for sack lunches for the homeless, and you can wear your hat to school!
  • NEXT WEEK - Spirit Week!!! (Lombardo Loot points up for grabs for class participation!)
    • MONDAY- Halloween Costumes & Fall Fest
    • TUESDAY - Pajama Day
    • WEDNESDAY - RTMS Spirit Day
    • THURSDAY - Crazy Outfit Day
    • FRIDAY - House Colors (Sun House wears ORANGE)
      • Fall Dance - 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Weds., 10/26/16

Today in Science:
  • Continue working on Cells Foldable - I can identify the parts (structure) of a cell, and I will know the functions of the cell organelles.
Announcements:
  • FRIDAY - Hats for the Homeless! Donate $1 for sack lunches for the homeless, and you can wear your hat to school!
  • NEXT WEEK - Spirit Week!!! (Lombardo Loot points up for grabs for class participation!)
    • MONDAY- Halloween Costumes & Fall Fest
    • TUESDAY - Pajama Day
    • WEDNESDAY - RTMS Spirit Day
    • THURSDAY - Crazy Outfit Day
    • FRIDAY - House Colors (Sun House wears ORANGE)
      • Fall Dance - 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Tues., 10/25/16

Today in Science:
  • Complete "Monday Writing" essay - allergy article
  • Continue working on Cells Foldable - I can identify the parts (structure) of a cell, and I will know the functions of the cell organelles.

Announcements:
  • Progress grades were posted today! If you have a question, please feel free to email Mrs. Lombardo.
    • an "INS" for Science Practices indicates that Mrs. Lombardo does not have enough evidence to provide a number grade for you. This means that you have not completed your essay writing in one or more of your "Monday Writing" assignments.
  • Monday, Oct. 31st - Fall Fest! If you can, please donate a bag of candy (turn in to Mrs. Lombardo)

Monday, October 24, 2016

Mon., 10/24/16

Today in Science:
  • Informational Writing Rubric
  • Begin Cells Foldable - I will be able to identify the parts of a cell.
Homework:
  • Watch the Broncos WIN!!!
Announcements:
  • Monday, Oct. 31st - Fall Fest! If you can, please donate a bag of candy (turn in to Mrs. Lombardo)

Friday, October 21, 2016

Fri., 10/21/16

Today in Science:
  • Comparing Cell Types - I know the Cell Theory and understand that cells perform all necessary functions of life. I will compare/contrast the two main types of cells.
Announcements:
  • Monday, Oct. 31st - Fall Fest! If you can, please donate a bag of candy (turn in to Mrs. Lombardo)

Thursday, October 20, 2016

Thurs., 10/20/16

Today in Science:
  • Finish Role Play - develop a 1-2 minute skit that clearly identifies the scientist with the discovery, as it relates to the Cell Theory
  • Comparing Cell Types - I will compare/contrast the two main types of cells: prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells
Homework:
  • Unit test corrections, attend a study session, and schedule reassessment with Mrs. Lombardo (only necessary if you earned below a 3 on your assessment)
Announcements:
  • THIS FRIDAY - last day to complete Unit 1 reassessment
  • Monday, Oct. 31st - Fall Fest! If you can, please donate a bag of candy (turn in to Mrs. Lombardo)

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Wed., 10/19/16

Today in Science:
  • Discovering Cells - Student Notes - I can define "cell" and can explain how the invention of the microscope contributed to scientists' understanding of living things
  • Role Play - develop a 1-2 minute skit that clearly identifies the scientist with the discovery, as it relates to the Cell Theory
Homework:
  • Complete "Discovering Cells - Guided Reading" (link to online textbook is found in Google Classroom
  • Unit test corrections, attend a study session, and schedule reassessment with Mrs. Lombardo (only necessary if you earned below a 3 on your assessment)
Announcements:
  • THIS FRIDAY - last day to complete Unit 1 reassessment
  • Monday, Oct. 31st - Fall Fest! If you can, please donate a bag of candy (turn in to Mrs. Lombardo)

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Tues., 10/18/16

Today in Science:
  • SOS with the Counseling Department
  • Exit survey
Homework:
  • Complete "Discovering Cells - Guided Reading" (link to online textbook is found in Google Classroom
  • Unit test corrections, attend a study session, and schedule reassessment with Mrs. Lombardo (only necessary if you earned below a 3 on your assessment)
Announcements:
  • THIS FRIDAY - last day to complete Unit 1 reassessment
  • Monday, Oct. 31st - Fall Fest! If you can, please donate a bag of candy (turn in to Mrs. Lombardo)

Mon., 10/17/16

Today in Science:
  • Science in the News (Monday Writing) - Allergy Article (GC and textbook) - I can read a current science article and determine the author's purpose for writing the article.
  • Geologic Time Unit assessment handed back and discussed
Homework:
  • Complete "Discovering Cells - Guided Reading" by Wednesday (found in Google Classroom, with the link for the online textbook information)
  • Unit test corrections and schedule study session and reassessment with Mrs. Lombardo
Announcements:
  • TOMORROW - SOS Counseling Department presentation during Science Class.
  • Monday, Oct. 31st - Fall Fest! If you can, please donate a bag of candy (turn in to Mrs. Lombardo)

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Thurs., 10/13/16

Today in Science:
  • Guided Reading (GC and textbook) - I can define "cell" and can explain how the invention of the microscope contributed to scientists' understanding of living things.
Announcements:
  • TONIGHT - Parent/Teacher Conferences, 4:30 - 8:00 pm
  • TOMORROW - NO SCHOOL for Students

Wednesday, October 12, 2016

Wed., 10/12/16

Today in Science:
  • Checkpoint Quiz - I will demonstrate my understanding of what it means to be living.
  • Guided Reading (GC and textbook) - I can define "cell" and can explain how the invention of the microscope contributed to scientists' understanding of living things.
Announcements:
  • THIS WEEK: Earth Fair and Book Fair
  • TOMORROW - Parent/Teacher Conferences (Wednesday conferences are scheduled ONLY)
  • Fri., Oct. 14th - NO SCHOOL for Students

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

Tues., 10/11/16

Today in Science:
  • Living/Non-Living Sort
  • Group Teaching (GC) - I will know the main characteristics that define life.
Homework:
  • Checkpoint Quiz tomorrow!
Announcements:
  • THIS WEEK: Earth Fair and Book Fair
  • Thurs., Oct. 13th - Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • Fri., Oct. 14th - NO SCHOOL for Students

Monday, October 10, 2016

Mon., 10/10/16

Today in Science:
  • Monday Writing
  • "Characteristics of Life" (GC) - I will know the main characteristics that define life.
Homework:
  • Please complete the work you didn't finish in class today:
    1. Monday Writing
    2. "Characteristics of Life" - only through #24
Announcements:
  • THIS WEEK: Earth Fair and Book Fair
  • Thurs., Oct. 13th - Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • Fri., Oct. 14th - NO SCHOOL for Students

Friday, October 7, 2016

Fri., 10/7/16

Today in Science:
  • Pond Walk - I will collect a pond water sample to analyze under a microscope.
Homework:
  • Watch the BRONCOS WIN!!!
Announcements:
  • NEXT WEEK: Earth Fair and Book Fair
  • Thurs., Oct. 13th - Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • Fri., Oct. 14th - NO SCHOOL for Students

Thursday, October 6, 2016

Thurs., 10/6/16

Today in Science:
  • Characteristics of Life Reading (GC) - I will be able to identify the main characteristics that define life.
  • Alive Debate
Homework:
  • Wear PINK - the class period with the highest participation rate will earn an additional FIVE LOMBARDO LOOT POINTS! Support the cause!
Announcements:
  • NEXT WEEK: Earth Fair and Book Fair
  • Thurs., Oct. 13th - Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • Fri., Oct. 14th - NO SCHOOL for Students

Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Weds., 10/5/16

Today in Science:
  • Characteristics of Life Reading (GC) - I will be able to identify the main characteristics that define life.

Announcements:
  • NEXT WEEK: Earth Fair and Book Fair
  • Thurs., Oct. 13th - Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • Fri., Oct. 14th - NO SCHOOL for Students

Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Tues., 10/4/16

Today in Science:
  • Geologic Time Unit Test

Announcements:
  • TOMORROW - National Walk/Bike to School Day - walk/bike with your teachers, administrators, and friends to school!
  • NEXT WEEK: Earth Fair and Book Fair
  • Thurs., Oct. 13th - Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • Fri., Oct. 14th - NO SCHOOL for Students

Monday, October 3, 2016

Mon., 10/3/16

Today in Science:
  • Geologic Time Unit Review
  • CONGRATULATIONS to Period 1 for winning Lombardo's Loot for September!!!
Homework:
  • Complete unit test review and turn in before the test tomorrow.
Announcements:
  • TOMORROW - Geologic Time Unit Test
  • Weds., Oct. 5th - National Walk/Bike to School Day - walk/bike with your teachers, administrators, and friends to school!
  • NEXT WEEK: Earth Fair and Book Fair
  • Thurs., Oct. 13th - Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • Fri., Oct. 14th - NO SCHOOL for Students