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| Students in Mrs. Reardon's Math 6 class spent some time exploring area and perimeter! |
NOTES FROM THE HEAD OF MIDDLE SCHOOL
GRANDPARENTS DAY
For the first time in recent history, the Middle School will be participating in Hancock’s Grandparents' Day festivities. In preparation for that day we have assigned each student to interview a grandparent or a special adult friend. The specifics of the assignment can be found by clicking HERE.
We encourage you to work with your student preparing his project. The first draft was due this week and the final project is due on Friday, September 11th. We will be providing students who need assistance meeting these goals during our lunch hour next week. Please plan on attending the event on Friday, September 18th!
CARPOOL, TRANSPORTATION CHANGES AND THE INTERNET
As we conclude our second week of school the afternoon carpool
line is moving better each day. The key is not arriving on campus before
3:10. Most of the Green and Gold zone cars have picked up their children
by this time. Therefore, our line is markedly smaller. If you do
find yourself on campus before 3:10 continue to park in marked parking spots
until signaled to move into line. THANK YOU to everyone for making
this system work!
In another move to speed flow we asked Middle School students
who have siblings waiting in Hancock Hall to pick them up and wait with them
outside on the walkway. This will eliminate calling each student out of
Hancock Hall and waiting for them to walk to your vehicle.
We are getting our online transportation change system
functioning more seamlessly each day. Ms. Gordon posts the changes you
call in on our message screen each afternoon. Students are instructed to
read the board before heading to carpool. If you have any questions about
this system, do not hesitate to call Ms. Gordon at 351-4500.
MEDICAL EMERGENCY FORMS
This form was due in at the beginning of school. If you have not returned yours, please do so as soon as possible.
ROTATING SCHEDULE
We will see the first effect of our new A-E rotating schedule with the Labor Day holiday. This rotation means that students will not miss their Special Classes on Monday. This Friday is a C day. When we return, Tuesday will be a D day.
THIS WEEK IN SPORTS
Tuesday
Volleyball @ Memorial - JV 5:00/Varsity 7:00
Football @ Savannah Christian Preparatory School - 5:30
Thursday
Volleyball @ Savannah Country Day School - JV 5:00/Varsity 6:00
The St. James football game that was cancelled on Wednesday has not been rescheduled at this time.
COME AND WATCH THE EAGLES SOAR! SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS!!
6TH GRADE NEWS
6th Grade English Language Arts with Mrs. Guggenheim
Vocab: List 2 Greek/Latin Roots has gone home; the quiz is Thurs., Sept 10. Students will need to know the parts of speech.
Lit: In-class graded assignment on “Water” by Helen Keller on Wednesday; continuation of nonfiction characteristics/text features
Grammar: Sentence of the Week: Types of Sentences (Review) - Quiz on Friday
6th Math with Mrs. Reardon
Next week in Math 6, we will wrap up Chapter 1 by discussing the problem solving plan. Students will use their problem solving skills to do an activity on Wednesday. Thursday, we will review for the Chapter 1 test that will take place on Friday, September 11.
6th-7th Pre-Algebra with Mr. Lanfear
Next week we will begin Chapter 2 by looking at several different properties of addition and multiplication. Specifically, the commutative, associative, identity properties (Chapter 2.1), as well as the distributive property (2.2). There will be a brief Homework Quiz on Tuesday, which asks students to copy and complete 5 homework problems from previous homework assignments.
6th Earth Science with Mrs. Reardon
Next week in Earth Science, we will review on Tuesday for the Chapter 1 test that will take place on Wednesday, September 9. On Thursday, we will begin in Chapter 2 by learning about the structures of different types atoms and how they join together to determine all the properties of matter that can be observed.
6th Earth Science with Mrs. Huennekens
Our first Chapter Test is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9th . We will begin Chapter 2 - Matter, page 32, looking closely at the states of matter, the internal structure of the atom, the physical properties of matter and what causes matter to change state. Students should check Google Classroom regularly for any updated notes, announcements or assignments.
6th Spanish with Ms. Sotomayor
Students have enjoyed using the Spanish language in their environment. We are applying classroom-themed vocabulary to our conversations as well as the words “hay” (there are/there is), and learning to properly use Spanish articles with nouns. We are also continuously using the target Communication questions in Spanish such as: “Where are you from?”, “When is your birthday?” and “What is your telephone number?”. It has been wonderful watching the kids become enthusiastic in role-play in front of their peers while practicing speaking the language. Be sure to check out Google Classroom as nearby events will be posted as opportunities for your child to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
6th Ancient Civilizations with Mrs. Hannah
We have almost finished our unit on Early Humans! The Chapter Two quiz will be on Wednesday, and the unit test (Chapters 1 and 2) will be on Friday. The best way to study is to use the notes packet and maps as a ‘study guide’, and use these to make flashcards (either handmade or using Quizlet). I will be in my room by 7:45 for any questions or extra help.
7TH GRADE NEWS
7th Grade English Language Arts with Mrs. Hannah
We are continuing our study of short stories, and will focus this week on creating an original short story. Students will incorporate the elements of plot into their story, in addition to analyzing methods of characterization. We will have two days in class this week devoted to writing the rough draft of their story.
In grammar, we are differentiating between types of sentence complements, including direct and indirect objects and predicate nominatives and adjectives. I will be in my room by 7:45 for any questions or extra help.
7th-8th Algebra I with Mrs. Reardon
Next week in Algebra I, we will begin Chapter 2 by learning more in depth about adding and subtracting integers and rational numbers. Thursday we will review for the quiz that will take place on Friday, September 11.
6th-7th Grade Pre-Algebra with Mr. Lanfear
Next week we will begin Chapter 2 by looking at several different properties of addition and multiplication. Specifically, the commutative, associative, identity properties (Chapter 2.1), as well as the distributive property (2.2). There will be a brief Homework Quiz on Tuesday, which asks students to copy and complete 5 homework problems from previous homework assignments.
7th Grade Life Science with Mrs. Huennekens
We are exploring CELLS!! They are found in Chapter 2, page 36 of our textbook. We will compare and contrast plant and animal cells by using diagrams that they will color and label all the parts of each cell. Students should check Google Classroom regularly for any updated notes, announcements or assignments.
7th Spanish with Ms. Hughes
Next week in Spanish class, the 7th grade will begin Chapter 5B. Students will learn about indirect object pronouns, how to describe others, and how to express needs. There will be a graded listening activity and reading comprehension check over the new material. The vocabulary quiz will be Friday, September 11th.
7th American History Part I with Mrs. English
In an effort to enhance our Age of Exploration unit, students will work on their Smithsonian Explorer Projects Tuesday-Thursday. The guidelines for this project were given to students on Friday, September 4th. The project is due Friday, September 11th.
8TH GRADE NEWS
8th Grade English Language Arts with Mrs. O'Connor/Ms. Churchill
Students have been carefully reading “Flowers for Algernon” and exploring unit 12 in our vocabulary books. Looking ahead, next week students will take a short quiz over vocabulary on Thursday, September 10th. We also have our first test of the year coming up on Friday, September 11th. The test will assess students’ understanding of “Charles” and “Flowers for Algernon.” We encourage students to take advantage of opportunities for extra help by coming in before school when needed.
Ms. Churchill will be leading the class while Mrs. O’Connor is away on maternity leave. Ms. Churchill can be reached via email at mchurchill@hancockdayschool.org. Mrs. O’Connor plans to return in late November.
7th-8th Algebra I with Mrs. Reardon
Next week in Algebra I, we will begin Chapter 2 by learning more in depth about adding and subtracting integers and rational numbers. Thursday we will review for the quiz that will take place on Friday, September 11.
8th Advanced Algebra with Mr. Lanfear
Next week we will begin looking at Chapter 10 and using the TI-83 and TI-84 graphing calculators (these will be loaned to the students). We will learn about graphing quadratic functions (10.1) and how to algebraically find the vertex and axis of symmetry of parabolas (10.2).
8th Geometry with Mr. Lanfear
Next week we will continue to prepare to enter the exciting world of proofs. We will explore biconditional statements (2.2) and some logic laws (2.3). There will be a short quiz at the end of the week covering 2.1 - 2.3.
8th Grade Physical Science with Mrs. Huennekens
We will begin Unit 2: Matter : Chapter 3 - Atoms, Elements and The Periodic Table, page 70. During our study of the chapter, it is our goal to be able to complete the following objectives:
describe characteristics of matter, identify the parts of an atom, describe the relationship between elements and the periodic table, explain the meaning of atomic number and atomic mass, contrast metals, metalloids and nonmetals, identify the characteristics of a compound, and compare and contrast different types of mixtures. Looks like we will be very busy! Students should check Google Classroom regularly for any updated notes, announcements or assignments.
8th Spanish with Ms. Hughes
Next week in Spanish class, the 8th grade will begin Chapter 1B. This chapter discusses extracurricular activities, making comparisons, hacer time expressions, and saber vs. conocer. There will be a graded listening activity and reading comprehension check over the new material. The vocabulary quiz will be Friday, September 11th.
8th American History Part II with Mrs. English
This week we will finish our study of the Civil War with discussion and readings coming from Chapter 15.4 and 15.5. Topics covered will include drafts, desertion, Gettysburg, and Sherman’s March to the Sea. Just so you know, from September 7th to September 11th PBS will celebrate the 25th anniversary of Ken Burns’ The Civil War. They will air a remastered version of the original film each night at 9:00pm (I think it’s 11 hours total!!). I encourage you to watch this series with your child--it truly is interesting!
