8th Grade
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Parent Instructions
Have your student login to IXL to practice ELA writing concepts essential for next-level success. From the link, the student can scroll thru activities to section K and complete the practice skills identified in this week's instructions (K.1 & K.5).
Student Instructions
Click on the IXL link and go to section K- Developing & Supporting Arguments. Complete K.1 (identify thesis statements) & K.5 (identify counterclaims). After you have reached 80% mastery on both skills, challenge yourself to go higher!
Learning Opportunity Objective
Students will be able to determine the author’s purpose in a text and how the author acknowledges conflicting viewpoints.
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Parent Instructions
Students will log on to Actively Learn using the Clever platform. The articles for this week are found under Unit 5: Not As They Seem. This week, students will read articles and answer questions in the section titled "What does deception look like?" The ELA teachers can see their responses on their own computers, so students will not need to submit anything.
Student Instructions
Log on to Actively Learn using Clever. The login information has not changed. The class name for Bon Lin Middle is: BLMS2020. The code is H39FP. The class name for Appling Middle is AMSELA2020. The code is aimp8. The class name for Elmore Park is EPMS2020. The code is: opndi. This week you will read articles related to the Unit 5 topic "Not as They Seem." The articles for this week fall under the section "What Does Deception Look Like?" The articles are as follows: "The Thief and the Innkeeper" by Aesop; "The Dreamer" by Saki; "The Landlady" by Roald Dahl; and "Richard Cory" by Edward Arlington Robinson. Remember that you can highlight words to get their definitions, annotate the text, and create notes. Your teachers can see your notes, your answers to the multiple choice questions, and your written response answers. For written response questions, remember to address the question, explain your reasoning, and provide text evidence. A one-sentence answer for written response questions is not enough.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including its relationship to supporting ideas, characters, setting, and or plot.
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Parent Instructions
Your student can use NoRedInk activities to practice grammar skills. No Red Ink allows your student to personalize the content based on his/her interests, so the skills are built around characters and content from their favorite sports, tv shows, movies, actors/actresses, bands, singers, etc.
Student Instructions
Go to noredink.com and log in by typing in the username, password, and class code that your teacher gave you. You will work through the following 5 topics for the week. Body Paragraphs: Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning. Part 1 Claims and Part 2 Identify Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning. Body Paragraphs: Embedding Evidence. Part 2 Context for Literary Evidence, Part 5 Matching Pronouns & Verbs between Context and Quotations, and Part 6 Formatting In-Text Citations.
Learning Opportunity Objective
The student can write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. a. Introduce claim(s). b. Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant, sufficient evidence; acknowledge and refute alternate or opposing claim(s). c. Organize the reasons and evidence clearly and clarify the relationships among claim(s) and reasons. d. Use credible sources and demonstrate an understanding of the topic or source material. e. Craft an effective and relevant conclusion that supports the argument presented. f. Use precise language and content-specific vocabulary. g. Use appropriate transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. h. Use varied sentence structure to enhance meaning and reader interest. i. Establish and maintain a formal style.
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| Enrichment ELA Week 6 |
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Parent Instructions
We know that many of the skills needed to perform well on the ACT are introduced in middle school courses. We want to encourage students to start preparing for the ACT now. They will use iXL to start practicing the ACT skills.
Student Instructions
We hope you surprise yourself seeing how much you already know that will be covered on the ACT. A high score on the ACT means more scholarship dollars for college. Begin completed iXL skills that are correlated to ACT now :)! Follow the link above and begin working in the 13-15 score range. Want to challenge yourself, go to the 16-19 range! Send your teacher screenshots of final scores via e-mail and let them know what you are working on and how you are doing!
Learning Opportunity Objective
Prepare for the ACT!
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Parent Instructions
Your student can use the link above to access a wide variety of free stories via desktop, laptop, phone or tablet. Amazon's Audible streaming service will allow your student to select works at the appropriate reading level based on current interests. Each selection provides a summary and reviews of the work that you can preview before your student starts reading. Titles are available in six languages and cover a wide variety of topics as well as classical literature.
Student Instructions
Browse thru the book selections; then, read the summaries and reviews of several books to help you pick a title that will capture your interest and challenge your imagination. Create blog entries during reading and/or your own review of the book to share with your teacher and classmates (see your teacher’s guidelines for specific guidelines for submitting work).
Learning Opportunity Objective
Read and comprehend a variety of literature and literary nonfiction throughout the grades 6-8 text complexity band
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| Math Week 6 | ||
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Parent Instructions
Students will complete LinearEquationsRepresentation2 assignment.
Student Instructions
Students will complete LinearEquationsRepresentation2 assignment.
Learning Opportunity Objective
TLW convert a linear equation in standard form to slope-intercept form.
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I could not find comparing functions assignment in DeltaMath. So I created a similar assignment LinearEquationsRepresentation2. It is available in DeltaMath for teachers to copy. It requires students to write an equation if given two points.
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Parent Instructions
Students should log on to IXL.com and complete 8th grade lesson Z.12. Students can reach out to individual teachers if they need help with his/her login info.
Student Instructions
Students should log on to IXL and complete lesson Z.12. Your goal should be to get to a smart score of 80.
Learning Opportunity Objective
I can... compare linear functions that are given in a graph and an equation.
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Parent Instructions
1. Click on the link, or go to Quizizz.com/join. 2. Join the game using the Quizizz code that your teacher sent you or that is on his or her website. 3. Make sure you do your best! We encourage you to use your notes/foldables.
Student Instructions
1. Click on the link, or go to Quizizz.com/join. 2. Join the game using the Quizizz code that your teacher sent you or that is on his or her website. 3. Make sure you do your best! We encourage you to use your notes/foldables.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Linear Eq
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| Enrichment Math Week 6 |
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Parent Instructions
Please, read attached document "ACT Prep for Distance Learning".
Student Instructions
Please, read attached document "ACT Prep for Distance Learning".
Learning Opportunity Objective
Review math skills for ACT test
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Step-Sheet for Creating a Legends of Learning Account and Logging-In
Parent Instructions
Parents: For this week's Enrichment activity, students will follow the directions on the Legends of Learning Step Sheet to create an account and log-in to play a gaming style review of Percent. (See the Teacher Assigned PLAYLISTS) Students can also complete a cumulative math skill review in The Awakening Game that is also available in Legends of Learning.
Student Instructions
Students: You will download the file "StepSheet- Legends of Learning" and follow the directions to create an account and log-in. If your teacher has an account, you may receive a different TEACHER CODE to use via your email, REMIND, or Curve. Once your account is created, you will log-in and there are several PLAYLISTS assigned to review percent and comparing rates. There is also a challenging review of all math skills in The Awakening Game. You can play The Awakening review game automatically once you log-in, but your assigned Playlists may not show up immediately. If you are new to Legends of Learning, your playlists will appear after you join, so check back later in the day or the next day to see the new playlists.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Students will solve a variety of problems by calculating and comparing percents, as well as calculating and comparing rates/unit rates to find the better deal.
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| Algebra I Week 6 | ||
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DeltaMath (VLO-Solving Quadratics-Week 6) File Submission (if applicable)
Parent Instructions
Please encourage your child to sign into Delta Math and practice using the learning opportunity that reviews content we covered early in the year. Skills included range in difficulty from low to very challenging. Students should focus on skills that are challenging, but not overwhelming to them. DeltaMath offers examples for each problem to assist students when struggling.
Student Instructions
Login in to DeltaMath and practice using the Virtual learning opportunity called VLO – Solving Quadratics-Week 6. You can work at your own pace Sunday-Saturday. Please utilize the examples and feedback by DeltaMath when provided. If you have any questions, please email your teacher and they will respond as soon as they are able.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Review Q3 material
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Deltamath (VLO-Factoring Quadratics-Week 6)
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Parent Instructions
Please encourage your child to sign into Delta Math and practice using the learning opportunity that reviews content we covered early in the year. Skills included range in difficulty from low to very challenging. Students should focus on skills that are challenging, but not overwhelming to them. DeltaMath offers examples for each problem to assist students when struggling.
Student Instructions
Login in to DeltaMath and practice using the Virtual learning opportunity called VLO – Factoring Quadratics-Week 6. You can work at your own pace Sunday-Saturday. Please utilize the examples and feedback by DeltaMath when provided. If you have any questions, please email your teacher and they will respond as soon as they are able.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Review Q3 material
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DeltaMath (VLO-Discriminant/Graphs Quads-Week 6)
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Parent Instructions
Please encourage your child to sign into Delta Math and practice using the learning opportunity that reviews content we covered early in the year. Skills included range in difficulty from low to very challenging. Students should focus on skills that are challenging, but not overwhelming to them. DeltaMath offers examples for each problem to assist students when struggling.
Student Instructions
Login in to DeltaMath and practice using the Virtual learning opportunity called VLO – Discriminant/Graphs Quads-Week 6. You can work at your own pace Sunday-Saturday. Please utilize the examples and feedback by DeltaMath when provided. If you have any questions, please email your teacher and they will respond as soon as they are able.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Review Q3 material
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| Science Week 6 | ||
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Parent Instructions
Students will receive the code for the lesson on Wave Speed, Frequency , and Wavelength from your teacher. The will use the presentation to review how to solve word problems using the speed equation. Students are to then complete the attached worksheet.
Student Instructions
You will receive the code for the lesson on Wave Speed, Frequency ,and Wavelength from your teacher. You will use the presentation to review how to solve word problems using the speed equation. You are to then complete the attached worksheet.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Students will use mathematical and computational thinking to review how to solve wave speed equations.
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brainpop.com ---- Electromagnetic Spectrum
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Parent Instructions
Students will log on to brain pop through Clever and click onto Electromagnetic Spectrum to do the following: 1) View the video 2) Complete the Graphic Organizer 3) Take the Review Quiz, then the Graded Quiz
Student Instructions
Students will log on to brain pop through Clever and click onto Electromagnetic Spectrum to do the following: 1) View the video 2) Complete the Graphic Organizer 3) Take the Review Quiz, then the Graded Quiz
Learning Opportunity Objective
students will review the characteristics of the electromagnetic spectrum. (Waves).Your teacher will give you directions on how to submit your brain pop assignments,
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Parent Instructions
Communicate the learning objective to the student. Connect the learning objective to previous learning and prior knowledge.
Student Instructions
Read and answer the questions.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Properties of Waves
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| Enrichment Science Week 6 |
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Parent Instructions
Have students begin working on #MakerMonday challenges! Parents share their design and essay on social media using #MakerMondayTN and #LearningInPlaceTN!
Student Instructions
Complete some of the #MakerMonday challenges! Share any solutions with your teacher!
Learning Opportunity Objective
STEM Activity
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| Physical Science Week 6 | ||
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Parent Instructions
Parents, The student will be using their web browser and prior knowledge to complete a WebQuest over chemical and physical changes.
Student Instructions
Students, Use your web browser and prior knowledge to complete a WebQuest over chemical and physical changes.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Chemical vs. Physical Changes and Properties of Matter
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Parent Instructions
Contact your student's Physical Science teacher to get the code for the "Atomic Number & Mass Number" Quizizz. Each teacher will have a separate code.
Student Instructions
Complete the "Atomic Number and Mass Number" Quizizz.
Learning Opportunity Objective
To review atomic mass
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Elements and Compounds Chart
Parent Instructions
Students will complete the chart using Chapter 15 textbook or internet.
Student Instructions
Complete the missing information in the chart using Chapter 15 as your guide.
Learning Opportunity Objective
PSCI.PS1: Matter and Its Interactions. Distinguish the characteristics between an element and compound.
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| Social Studies Week 6 | ||
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1. Drawing Video (optional) https://youtu.be/BHuGOhqALT0 2. Drawing Tutorial (optional) https://www.activityvillage.co.uk/learn-to-draw-george-washington 3. Biography #1 https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/history/us-presidents/george-washington/ 4. Biography #2 https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/george-washington-key-facts/
Parent Instructions
Student will use the attached PDF to complete a stick figure drawing of George Washington and then will use the linked biographies or their own internet research to complete a profile of Washington's life and presidency. Students may do this assignment digitally or on paper. A video and a drawing tutorial link are also included for those who would like to use them. A simple stick figure is also an option! Students should submit their work or a picture of their work (if they do the assignment on paper) to their teacher via the preferred method of the teacher.
Student Instructions
You will use the attached PDF to complete a stick figure drawing of George Washington and then will use the linked biographies or you own internet research to complete a profile of Washington's life and presidency. Remember to use RELIABLE sources! You may do this assignment digitally or on paper. A video and a drawing tutorial link are also included for those who would like to use them. A simple stick figure is also an option! You should submit your work or a picture of your work (if you do the assignment on paper) to your teacher via the preferred method of the teacher.
Learning Opportunity Objective
Students will complete a "stick figure" profile of George Washington so they can analyze the major events of the administration of President George Washington, including: the precedents he set, Whiskey Rebellion, and ideas presented in his farewell address. (TN SS 8.25)
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Parent Instructions
Students will be visiting several different sites to research George Washington.
Student Instructions
Use the links to answer the questions about President George Washington.
Learning Opportunity Objective
8.25
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Parent Instructions
Have students complete the Kahoot on George Washington and send a screenshot of their score to their teacher.
Student Instructions
Play the Kahoot game on George Washington. Send a screenshot of your score to your teacher.
Learning Opportunity Objective
George Washington
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