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Students will read, write, and orally discuss our environmental problems through the synthesis of a concept map on said topic by using our environmental science textbook with reference pages 78-83. A sample concept map is attached below! Chapter 4 Section 1 … Continue reading →

Students will embark, once again, on the writing process. This time the topic will center on fossil fuels and alternative forms of energy. Students are expected to write the standard five (5) paragraph essay as it will count as a … Continue reading →

Students will be evaluated upon the different forms of alternative energy resources that we have discussed and reinforced in class this week. As always, students are advised to study any handouts or study guides that they are given or have … Continue reading →

Students will have an opportunity to learn about the alternative energy resources along with their advantages and disadvantages in the roles that they play in our daily lives. These alternatives resources include solar, wind, nuclear, chemical, hydroelectric, geothermal, and energy from … Continue reading →

Students will have an opportunity to practice on the M-Step testing process that will be carried out on desk and laptop computers this year. The teacher will show and explain many of the provided directions as well as do several of … Continue reading →

Students will be evaluated upon fossil fuels that we have worked on in class through our detailed concept map that focuses on coal, petroleum, and natural gas as well as study Tuesday’s study guide (directed reading handout). Students are advised … Continue reading →

Attention Viking Parents/ Guardians, “M-STEP testing will be on Monday, April 11, 2016. Please discuss with your child the importance of practicing and doing their best on the assessment. Our teachers will be working with students on testing taking strategies … Continue reading →

For those who were absent from class on Thursday/Friday, complete the attached study guide and turn in for a grade by Monday the 22nd of March 2016. Fossil Fuel Concept Map

Students will have an opportunity to prove their learning skills on the topics of The Flow of Fresh Water and The Movement of Ocean Water that bring about changes on land and influence the ecosystems on Earth over time. What … Continue reading →

“We’re throwing a virtual book fair at Smith MS through the end of March to celebrate reading! Students, parents, relatives and friends can all shop at www.BooksRockCafe.com and a portion of each sale supports our school library! Once at the … Continue reading →