Week of 1/25

7th grade continues its study of the kingdoms of life. We will be moving into the protist and fungi kingdoms after a Ch. 10 Test on Wednesday.

8th grade is finishing their chemistry unit with a study of pH and other indicators of acids and bases including a short introduction to organic chemistry.

Both grades have materials list and procedures due for the Science Fair on Friday. After I have OK'd the procedures, there is an approximately 2 week window for the experiment itself to be completed.

Week of 1/19

Science fair is upon us! Though I know the thought of science fair strikes fear in many parents' hearts (including mine! :)), it is an important experience for students to plan, execute, and present a finished project within deadlines. That in itself is applicable to almost any job in which a student may have an interest. Additionally, the proper procedure of stating a problem and searching for a solution is a valuable process. I have outlined the steps for students to follow and assigned due dates to help them pace their progress.

8th grade will have a test this week and will then move on to the last chapter in our chemistry unit.

7th grade is beginning a unit which will take a closer look at each of the kingdoms of life. We hope to find the answer to the pressing question "What area of the school will grow the largest bacteria culture????"

Week of 1/4

Welcome back! I pray everyone had a restful Christmas break and is refreshed and ready to jump back into school.

8th grade will be continuing its chemistry unit and begin exploring chemical equations. Get ready parents - do you remember how to balance chemical equations??? :)

7th grade begins studying classification and will learn more about the amazing diversity of life in God's creation.

Heads up!! Science fair is coming. Packets of information were handed out before Christmas break. Also, a sheet with due dates to help your child stay on task during the project was handed out. The first due date is Tuesday, Jan. 12. On this date a title for their project must be turned in!