Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Exploring the Atlantic World

Hi Everyone!  We have six more "wake-ups" until break! It is coming! Here are some updates for the week.

A2- Yesterday we spent time discussing the term colony and conquistador.  You will have a quiz tomorrow, Wednesday, 12/16 on explorers, the Colombian Exchange, colony, and the conquistadors.

A3- Yesterday we spent time discussing the term colony and conquistador.  You should have your Columbus: Hero or Criminal HW for tomorrow, 12/16.   Later this week we will start discussing English colonies.

B1- Today we are going to discuss the terms colony and conquistadors.  You will have a quiz Thursday, 12/17 on explorers, the Colombian Exchange, colony, and the conquistadors.

B2-Today we are going to discuss the terms colony and conquistadors.  You will have a quiz Thursday, 12/17 on explorers, the Colombian Exchange, colony, and the conquistadors.

B4- Today we spent time discussing the terms colony and conquistador.  You will have a quiz Thursday, 12/17 on explorers, the Colombian Exchange, colony, and the conquistadors.

Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O.

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Starting to Explore!

Hi Everyone!  I hope you all had a nice weekend.  I counted and we officially have 11 more "wake-ups" until vacation!  Here are some updates for the week.  We are starting a new unit!

**Mid-term is Friday.  We have gone paperless and progress reports will not be sent home.  Please make sure you check Aspen frequently for grade updates.

A2-  We will be starting Exploration today.  We will discuss the explorers and the motives for exploration.  You will have homework tonight that will be due on Thursday.  Also, be prepared for a small quiz on Thursday.

A3-  We will be starting Exploration today.  We will discuss the explorers and the motives for exploration. You will have homework tonight that will be due on Thursday.  Also, be prepared for a small quiz on Thursday.

B1- We will be starting Exploration tomorrow, 12/9.  We will discuss the explorers and the motives for exploration.  You will have homework tomorrow night that will be due on Friday.  You should also be prepared for a small quiz on Thursday.

B2-We will be starting Exploration tomorrow, 12/9.  We will discuss the explorers and the motives for exploration.  You will have homework tomorrow night that will be due on Friday.  You should also be prepared for a small quiz on Thursday.

B4-We will be starting Exploration tomorrow, 12/9.  We will discuss the explorers and the motives for exploration.  You will have homework tomorrow night that will be due on Friday.  You should also be prepared for a small quiz on Thursday.

Let me know if you have questions!
Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O.

Monday, November 30, 2015

Scientific Revolution and Protestant Reformation

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving and you got to relax.  Here are some updates for the week.

A2- Today we will be finishing the Scientific Revolution and moving onto the printing press.  Later this week we will be discussing the Protestant Reformation.

A3- Today we will be finishing the Scientific Revolution and then moving onto the printing press.   Later this week we will be discussing the Protestant Reformation.

B1- Tomorrow we will be finishing the Scientific Revolution and then moving onto the printing press.  Later this week we will be discussing the Protestant Reformation.

B2- Tomorrow we will be finishing the Scientific Revolution and then moving onto the printing press.  Later this week we will be discussing the Protestant Reformation.

B4- Tomorrow we will be finishing the Scientific Revolution and then moving onto the printing press.  Later this week we will be discussing the Protestant Reformation.

All classes should be prepared for a quiz on the Renaissance later this week.

Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O.


Monday, November 23, 2015

Thanksgiving!

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had a nice weekend.  I can't believe Thanksgiving is just a few days away.  I hope you all have a restful break and spend some time with the people you love.  Here are your updates and announcements for the week.

**Wednesday, 11/25 is a half day of school.  Students will be dismissed at 11:05.
 
**This is the schedule for Wednesday:
A1- Class
A2- 9/10 pep rally
A3- 9/10 pep rally
A4- 9/10 pep rally
B1-Class
B2-11/12 pep rally
B3-11/12 pep rally
B4-11/12 pep rally

**There is no school on Thursday, 11/26 and Friday, 11/26.

A2-Today we started discussing the Scientific Revolution.  There is no homework this week.  We will continue with this topic when we come back from Thanksgiving.

A3- Today we started discussing the Scientific Revolution.  There is no homework this week.  We will continue with this topic when we come back from Thanksgiving.

B1-  You will having a reading check on Ch. 13 Sec. 2 on Tuesday, 11/24.  We will be starting the Scientific Revolution this week as well.

B2-You will having a reading check on Ch. 13 Sec. 2 on Tuesday, 11/24.  We will be starting the Scientific Revolution this week as well.

B4- We will finish discussing Machiavelli's the Prince and then we will be starting the Scientific Revolution.  Please remember that you need to read and annotate "Machiavelli Was Right" for homework.  This is due tomorrow, 11/24.

Make this week the best one yet.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Ms. O.

Friday, November 20, 2015

Monday, November 16, 2015

The Renaissance

Hi Everyone!  I hope you all had a great weekend.  We are getting closer and closer to Thanksgiving break.  I have some general announcements and then your class updates for the week.

**Report cards went home on Friday, 11/13.  If you have not received yours please contact the Main Office.

**Wednesday is a half day.  All students will be dismissed at 11:05.

A2- We finished up the Italian Renaissance today.  Please be prepared to discuss Machiavelli's The Prince on Wednesday, 11/18.  We will then start discussing the Northern Renaissance.

A3- Today we took notes on the Italian Renaissance.  We will continue you this for the remainder of the week.  Please make sure you complete the terms and checkpoint questions in Ch. 13 Sec. 1 for homework.  This is due on Wed. 11/18.

B1- We will continue discussing the Italian Renaissance tomorrow.  Later this week we will start discussing the Northern Renaissance.

B2- We will continue discussing the Italian Renaissance tomorrow.  Later this week we will start discussing the Northern Renaissance.

B4- We will continue discussing the Italian Renaissance tomorrow. Later this week we will start discussing the Northern Renaissance.

Let me know if you have questions. Keep an eye out for homework updates.
Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O.

Monday, November 9, 2015

Homework Update 11/9

Here is a homework update for the beginning of this week.  

Ends and Beginnings

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had a nice weekend.  I have a couple of announcements for you and then your updates for the week.

**There is no school on Wednesday, 11/11 in observance of Veterans' Day.  Thank a veteran!
**Term 1 report cards will go home on Friday, 11/13.

A2-Today we finished up the Middle Ages by discussing the Black Death and then we moved onto the Renaissance.  Be prepared for a reading check on Ch. 13 Sec. 1 on Thursday, 11/12.

A3- Today you worked more on your Crusades Ads.  These will be due at the beginning of class on Thursday, 11/12.  You will be working on the letter portion of this assignment in class on Thursday.

B1- We finished the Middle Ages on Friday by discussing the Black Death.  We will be moving onto the Renaissance tomorrow, 11/10.  All parts of your Crusades Ad assignment are due tomorrow.

B2- We finished the Middle Ages on Friday by discussing the Black Death.  We will be moving onto the Renaissance tomorrow, 11/10.  All parts of your Crusades Ad assignment are due tomorrow.

B4- All parts of your Crusades Ad assignment are due tomorrow, 11/12.  We will be discussing the Black Death and then moving onto the Renaissance.

Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

EOT Updates and Reminders

Hi Everyone-  As the end of the term is upon us I just wanted to send out a few reminders and helpful hints as we move forward throughout the rest of the year.

-First, you are reading this so you are familiar with my blog.  Please make sure you check it at least once a week for updates in our class.

-It is very important that you check your grades on Aspen regularly.  The website for it is
ma-plymouth.myfollett.com.  If you are having trouble logging on please see Mrs. Butters during Com Block or before and after school.

-Use your agenda!  I can not stress this enough.  Find a place where you write down all of your assignments for each day (or if you don't have any).  This will help you to stay on track and stay organized.  Knowing what your homework is and when assignments are due is your responsibility.

-If you are absent, make sure that you check in with your teachers for any work you missed.  The 10 minutes during Com Block is a great time to do this.

- Get enough sleep.  It is really important that you are getting enough sleep at night.  This will allow you to be your best during the school day.

-Eat breakfast!  It is really important that you have something for breakfast each day.  This will help you to remain focused throughout the day.

-Communicate and advocate!  Your teachers can do a lot of tricks but we can not read minds.  Please make sure you are asking questions and communicating problems you are having.  We are here to help so speak up!

1st term ends in two days!  Report cards will be sent home with students on Friday, 11/13.


Monday, November 2, 2015

The Crusades

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had a nice week and have fun on Halloween.  I have a couple of announcements and then your updates for the week.

**1st Term ends this Friday, 11/6.  Make sure you are checking Aspen, checking in with your teachers, and working hard until the end.  Report cards will go home on Friday, 11/13.

**I will be after school today, Thursday, and Friday this week.  If you need extra help please seem me on one of these days.

A2-  Tomorrow you will start the Crusades.  You will be working on an activity were you create an advertisement.  This will be due on Thursday, 11/5 and will count as a term 2 grade.

A3-  We will be finishing up the activity on the medieval church tomorrow and then moving on to how power began to shift during the Middle Ages.  You should have the 5 checkpoint questions from Ch. 7 Sec. 3 completed for homework.  This is due tomorrow, 11/3.

B1-  Today we finished up the growth of royal powers and started on the Crusades.  On Wednesday you will be working on an activity were you create an advertisement.  This will be due on Friday, 11/6 and will count as a term 2 grade.

B2- Today we finished up the growth of royal powers and started on the Crusades.  On Wednesday you will be working on an activity were you create an advertisement.  This will be due on Friday, 11/6 and will count as a term 2 grade.

B4-  Today we will finish the activity on the medieval church and go onto how royals began to increase their power.  Later this week we will start the Crusades.

Hint, hint...All classes will have a map quiz sometime this week on Europe.  Please make sure you are prepared for that.

Make this week the best one yet! Work hard!
Ms. O.

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Homework Update

Here is your homework for the end of the week.  
A3-  here is an example of the chart you need for your kingdom. 

Monday, October 26, 2015

High Middle Ages

Hi Everyone-  I hope you had a great weekend!  Here are your updates for the week.

A2- Today, you will present your kingdoms and then we will be moving onto the medieval church.  You will also have homework on Ch. 7 Sec. 3.  This will be due on Wednesday, 10/28.

A3-  Today, you will start working on your kingdom projects.  These will be due on Wednesday, 10/28.  Later this week we will be moving onto the medieval church

B1- Tomorrow, you will present your kingdoms and then we will be moving onto the medieval church. You will also have a reading check on Thursday on Ch. 7 Sec. 3.

B2- Tomorrow, you will present your kingdoms and then we will be moving onto the medieval church.  You will also have a reading check on Thursday on Ch. 7 Sec. 3.

B4- Tomorrow, you will have half the class to work on your kingdom projects and then you will be presenting them.  We will then move onto the medieval church.  Your will have homework on Ch. 7 Sec. 3. 

Make this week the best one yet!
See me with any questions.
Ms. O.

Extra Credit-  Tell me what word is bolded in the post to earn 2 extra credit points on a homework assignment. 

Monday, October 19, 2015

Starting....The Middle Ages

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had a nice weekend.  Those of you who went to Homecoming, I hope you all had fun!  Here are some announcements and your updates for the week.

**Wednesday, 10/21 is a half day for students.  Dismissal will be at 11:05.
**Freshmen will be taking the PSATs on Thursday, 10/22.  The rooms you should report to are as follows:
Rm. 70 Akeley-DeLuca
Rm. 72 Dockery-Laudermilk
Rm. 74 LeGrow-Quindley
Rm. 76 Quirk-Zahara

A2- Today we started the Middle Ages by discussing Feudalism.  You will continue to work on your kingdoms Wednesday and into Thursday.  Be ready for a homework assignment coming later this week.

A3-  Today you took your test on World Religions.  Your Middle Ages Graphic Tours are due on Wednesday, 10/21.  After Wednesday I won't see you again until Monday, 10/26.

B1- Tomorrow we are starting Middle Ages.  We will be learning about Feudalism and you will be working in groups to create your own kingdoms.  Be prepared for a reading check on ch. 7 sec. 2 on Friday, 10/23.

B2- Tomorrow we are starting Middle Ages.  We will be learning about Feudalism and you will be working in groups to create your own kingdoms.  Be prepared for a reading check on ch. 7 sec. 2 on Friday, 10/23.

B4-  Tomorrow you will be taking your test on World Religions.  Your T-shirt projects are also due tomorrow.  Later this week we will be starting the Middle Ages.

Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O.

Tuesday, October 13, 2015

World Religion's Test

Hi Everyone!  I hope you all had a great long weekend!  I think it came at the perfect time.  This is a wacky week so I have some announcements and updates.

**Our field trip to the Museum of Science is tomorrow, 10/14.  Please arrive to school on time and meet your chaperone in the cafeteria.  You do not need to go to your first block class.  Please remember to bring a bagged lunch tomorrow.  We will be back at school by 1:30.**

**Tomorrow and Thursday, 10/15 will be A4 days.  Friday, 10/16 will be a B4 day.**

**The Freshman Class is selling pies.  All orders will be in in time for Thanksgiving.  See me if you're interested.**

**Homecoming is this Saturday, 10/17.  Tickets are one sale this week.**

Here are your class updates:

A2- Your test on World Religions will be Thursday, 10/15.  Your T-Shirt projects are due on Thursday, 10/15.  Please remember that if you complete your study guide you can get extra credit on your test.

A3- Thursday you will have more time to work on your T-shirt projects.  Then, we will review for your World Religions test that will be on Monday, 10/19.  Your projects are also due that day.  Remember, if you complete your study guide you can use it on the test and receive extra credit.

B1- Your test on World Religions will be Friday, 10/16.   Your T-shirt projects are also due that day. Please remember that if you complete your study guide you can get extra credit on your test.

B2- Your test on World Religions will be Friday, 10/16.  Your T-shirt projects are also due that day.  Please remember that if you complete your study guide you can get extra credit on your test.

B4-  Today you will start working on your World Religion's T-shirt project.  Thursday we will begin review for you World Religions test that will be on Tuesday, 10/20. 

Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O.

Monday, October 5, 2015

Finishing Up World Religions

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had a nice weekend.  Here are some announcements and your updates for the week. 

**Permission slips and $20 are due to me by Friday, 10/9 for the Museum of Science field trip.  The trip will be on Wednesday, 10/14.**

A2-  We wrapped up World Religions today.  You need to compare and contrast the three monotheistic religions for homework.  This is due Wednesday, 10/7.  We will be in the IMC on Wednesday for you to work on your T-shirt projects.  Please be prepared for a World Religions Test on Thursday, 10/15.

A3- We will wrap up Christianity on Wednesday.  We will be in the IMC on Friday for you to work on your T-shirt projects.  Please be prepared for a World Religions Test on Monday, 10/19.

B1- We will wrap up World Religions tomorrow.  Then Thursday we will be in the IMC for you to work on your T-shirt projects.  Please be prepared for a World Religions Test on Friday, 10/16.

B2- We will wrap up World Religions tomorrow.  Then Thursday we will be in the IMC for you to work on your T-shirt projects.  Please be prepared for a World Religions Test on Friday, 10/16.

B4- We will wrap up World Religions this week.  Next Tuesday, 10/13 you will be in the IMC for you to work on your T-shirt projects.  Please be prepared for a World Religions Test on Monday, 10/20. 

See me with questions

Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O.

Monday, September 28, 2015

Islam

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had a nice and relaxing weekend.  Here are some announcements and your updates for the week. 

**Open House is this Thursday, 10/1 at 7pm**
**Signed permission slips and $20 for the Museum of Science field trip are due to me by Friday, 10/9.  Please see me with questions.**

A2- You do not have any homework due to me tomorrow.  We will be continuing with Islam tomorrow and there will be a homework assignment you will be expected to complete. 

A3-  You needed to use one of the graphic organizers I gave you Friday to compare and contrast Hinduism and Buddhism.  This is due tomorrow, 9/29.  We will be continuing with Islam tomorrow.

B1-  We started Islam today and will continue this the rest of the week.  Your homework is to read Ch. 10 Sec. 1 and answer the checkpoint questions and then answer questions #4,5,6 on pg. 308.  This is due the next time I see you, Wednesday 9/30.

B2- We started Islam today and will continue this the rest of the week.  Your homework is to read Ch. 10 Sec. 1 and answer the checkpoint questions and then answer questions #4,5,6 on pg. 308.  This is due the next time I see you, Wednesday 9/30.  Just in case you need it again, the access information for the online book is below:
pearsonsuccessnet.com
Username: PlymouthSouth2019
Password: panthers1

B4-  We started discussing Islam today and will continue this the rest of the week.  You will have homework assigned Wednesday that will be due on Friday.  Please keep an eye out for that.

**Extra Credit-  Come in an tell me the bolded and underlined word in the post for 1 extra credit point on a homework assignment**

Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O.

Monday, September 21, 2015

Continuing with World Religions

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had a nice weekend!  Here are some updates for this week.

**On Wednesday, 10/14 the Class of 2019 will be heading to the Boston Museum of Science.  Please get your permission slips and $20 into me by Friday, 10/9.  You can see any of your teachers, Mr. Loranger, or Ms. Saba with questions.**

**This Wednesday, 10/23 is a half day for students.  School will be dismissed at 11:05.**

Class Updates:

A2-  You need to finish your Buddhism images by tomorrow, 9/22.  They will be collected at the beginning of class.  You will have a quiz tomorrow, 9/22 on Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism.  After the quiz we will be moving onto Hinduism

A3- You need to finish your Buddhism images by tomorrow, 9/22.  They will be collected at the beginning of class.  You will have a quiz tomorrow on Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism.  After the quiz we will be moving onto Hinduism

B1-  Your drawings on Buddhism are due tomorrow, 9/22.  Please remember this is a test grade.  You will also have a quiz on Thursday, 9/24 on Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism.  We will also be starting Hinduism this week.

B2-Your drawings on Buddhism are due tomorrow, 9/22.  Please remember this is a test grade.  You will also have a quiz on Thursday, 9/24 on Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism.  We will also be starting Hinduism this week.

B4-  Your drawings on Buddhism are due on Wednesday, 9/23.  You will have a quiz Thursday, 9/24 on Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism.  We will also be starting Hinduism this week.

Extra Credit-  Come by Friday, 9/25 and tell me which word is bolded and underlined in this post for one extra credit point on a homework assignment. 

See me with questions.  Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O. 

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Spread of World Religion Video

Here is another video that might be helpful to you.
 
 

World Religions Video

This video should help you with all of the World Religions we are studying.  We will be watching it in class in segments, but I wanted to give it to you here for a resource. 

Mid-Week Update

Hi Everyone!  I hope this week is going well so far.  I just have a couple of updates for you now that we have hit the mid-week point. 

B4-  You need to finish your notes on Confucianism and come up with a 3 sentence summary.  This is due tomorrow, 9/17.

B1&B2-  For homework you are expected to write 3 paragraphs comparing and contrasting Confucianism and Daoism.  This will be due tomorrow, 9/17.  The video below may help you with this assignment. 

 
 

Monday, September 14, 2015

Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism

Hi Everyone!  I hope you had a great weekend!  Here are some updates for the week.

A2- Today we started discussing Confucianism.  We will finish this on Wednesday when I see you again.  We will also discuss Daoism and get into Buddhism. 

A3-  Today we started discussing Confucianism and Daoism.  We will finish Daoism on Wednesday when I see you again.  We will also get to Buddhism by the end of the week.

B1&B2-  This week we will be focusing on Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism.  B2-  please make sure you check the that the online book works for you.

B4-  This week we will be focusing on Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism. 

See me with any questions.  First full week of school this week...we have certainly been easing into things but be prepared for it to pick up.

Make this week the best week yet!
Ms. O.

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Start of World Religions Unit

Hi Everyone-  I hope you had a relaxing long weekend!  Weather was great! Here are your updates for the week.

A2- Today we started our unit on World Religions.  You got all of the papers you will need for the unit.  Thursday you will be taking your yearly pre-assessment and we will discuss 9/11/01.  Please remember that your signature pages and your student questionnaires are due on Thurs. 9/10.  You also need one cool fact about the country you were responsible for from today.

A3-Today we started our unit on World Religions.  You got all of the papers you will need for the unit.  Thursday you will be taking your yearly pre-assessment and we will discuss 9/11/01.  Please remember that your signature pages and your student questionnaires are due on Thurs. 9/10. 

B1-  Tomorrow we will start our unit on World Religions.  You will get all the papers you will need for the unit.  Friday you will be taking your yearly pre-assessment and we will discuss 9/11/01.  Please remember that your signature page and your student questionnaires are due on Friday, 9/11.  You also need one cool fact about the countries you were responsible for labeling.

B2- Tomorrow we will start our unit on World Religions.  You will get all the papers you will need for the unit.  Friday you will be taking your yearly pre-assessment and we will discuss 9/11/01.  Please remember that your signature page and your student questionnaires are due on Friday, 9/11.

B4- Tomorrow we will start our unit on World Religions.  You will get all the papers you will need for the unit.  Friday you will be taking your yearly pre-assessment and we will discuss 9/11/01.  Please remember that your signature page and your student questionnaires are due on Friday, 9/11.  You also need one cool fact about the countries you were responsible for labeling.

Make this week a great week!  Work hard and stay focused!

Ms. O.

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Books

Hi Everyone!  It was so nice to meet you all yesterday.  I hope your first day went smoothly.  Books will be distributed this week.  You should take these books home and you can leave them there until the end of the year.  You can find the login information for the online book below.  B2 should make particular note of this as you will be using the online book this year.

pearsonsuccessnet.com
Username: PlymouthSouth2019
Password: panthers1

Please let me know if you have any questions. 

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Welcome!

Hi Everyone!  I hope you all had a great summer!  I can't believe we are back again.  I hope you all have a great first day.  Please see us with any questions.  Remember, there is no school Friday, 9/4 or Monday, 9/7. 

Tuesday, June 2, 2015

World War 1

Hi Everyone-  Hope you are all doing well.  Here are some updates for the week.

C- Today we will be playing a game on the "MAINS" causes of the WWI.  Tomorrow please be prepared for a quick quiz on MAINS.  Later this week we will be discussing WWI warfare. 

E, F, and G-  Today we will be playing a game on the "MAINS" causes of WWI.  Tomorrow please be prepared for a quick quiz on MAINS.  Later this week we will be discussing WWI warfare. 

Make the rest of the week great!
Ms. O.

Monday, May 11, 2015

Continuing on with New Imperialism

Hi Everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend!  Here are your updates for the week.

C-  I will not see you today or Thursday due to PARCC.  Tomorrow we will start discussing imperialism in Africa and then moving into imperialism in India. Please remember that your Africa Map is due Tomorrow, 5/12

E-  Today we will start discussing imperialism in Africa.  Later this week we will be moving onto imperialism in India. 

F- Today we are moving onto Imperialism.  We will start with Nationalism and then move onto the imperial motives.

G-  Today we will start discussing imperialism in Africa.  Later this week we will be moving onto imperialism in India.

Make this week the best one yet!  Weather is getting nicer but we are not done yet.  Remember to stay focused and on track.

Ms. O.

Wednesday, May 6, 2015

New Unit: New Imperialism

Hi Everyone-  I hope you are all having a good week so far!  Here are your updates for the rest of the week. 

C-  We will be discussing imperial motives today.  You will have a reading check on Ch. 24 Sec. 2 tomorrow and then we will start discussing imperialism in Africa.

E- You tested yesterday on the Industrial Revolution.  Today we will discussion nationalism and tomorrow we will start discussing imperial motives.  Your Ch. 24 Graphic Tour and your Ch. 24 Sec.1 WS are due tomorrow, 5/7.

F-  Today and tomorrow we will review for you test on the Industrial Revolution.  Friday you will be tested and then we are moving onto New Imperialism.

G-You tested yesterday on the Industrial Revolution.  Today we will discussion nationalism and tomorrow we will start discussing imperial motives.  Your Ch. 24 Graphic Tour and your Ch. 24 Sec.1 WS are due tomorrow, 5/7.

Make the rest of the week great!
Ms. O.

Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Ending the Industrial Revolution

Hi Everyone!  I hope you all had a nice weekend and a good start to your week.  Here are your updates for the rest of the week an the beginning of next week.

C-  Tomorrow we will review for the Industrial Revolution.  Friday you will have a test on the unit.  Next week we will be starting Imperialism.

E-  We are finishing up the Industrial Revolution this week discussing art forms during the time.  We will start reviewing on Friday for your unit test.  Your test will be on Tuesday, 5/5.

F-  We are just starting to discuss the second part of the Industrial Revolution.  This should take us into the beginning of next week.  Be prepared for a test at the end of next week. 

G-  We are finishing up the Industrial Revolution this week discussing art forms during the time.  We will start reviewing on Friday for your unit test.  Your test will be on Tuesday, 5/5.

I hope you have a good rest of the week.  See me with questions.
Ms.O.

Monday, April 6, 2015

Capitalism v. Communism

Hi Everyone-  I hope you had a great long weekend.  I think we all needed it.  Please remember that grades close for 3rd term on Friday, 4/10.  Here are your updates for the week. 

C-  Today we are going to finish discussing the economic thinkers in the Industrial Revolution.  Tomorrow we will be playing a game that should help you understand the difference between capitalism and communism.  Please be prepared for a quiz on Ch. 19 later this week. 

E-  Today we are going to play a game that should help you understand the difference between capitalism and communism.  Please be prepared for a quiz on Ch. 19 soon.

F-  I will give you a little time today to finish your Industrial Revolution posters.  These should be presented today.  Later this week we will be moving onto new ways of thinking that came about because of the Industrial Revolution. 

G-  Today we are going to play a game that should help you understand the difference between capitalism and communism.  Please be prepared for a quiz on Ch. 19 soon.

Make this week the best week yet!
Ms. O.

Thursday, April 2, 2015

The Industrial Revolution Leads to New Ways of Thinking

Hi Everyone!  What a couple of weeks we have had!  You all did great with PARCC and we are finally getting back to some normalcy.  Here are some updates for the beginning of next week.

C-  We've spent some time going over the social impacts of the Industrial Revolution.  Today we are going to discuss the new ways of thinking that came about because of the Industrial Revolution.  These can be difficult to understand so we are going to do a lot of work with them.  Be prepared for a quiz at the beginning of next week.

E-  We've spent some time going over the social impact of the Industrial Revolution.  Today we are going to finish discussing the new ways of thinking that came about because of the Industrial Revolution.  These can be difficult to understand so we are going to do a lot of work with them.  Be prepared for a quiz at the beginning of next week.

F-  Today we are going to spend the period in the IMC.  You are going to work with your groups to finish your posters for the social impacts of the Industrial Revolution.  We will continue with this topic at the beginning of next week.

G-We've spent some time going over the social impact of the Industrial Revolution.  Today we are going to finish discussing the new ways of thinking that came about because of the Industrial Revolution.  These can be difficult to understand so we are going to do a lot of work with them.  Be prepared for a quiz at the beginning of next week.

Just a reminder...grades close for Term 3 on Friday, 4/10.  Please make sure you are checking Aspen and you see your teachers with any questions.

Have a great weekend!
Ms. O.

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Chugging Along with the Industrial Revolution

Hi Everyone-  I hope you had a good weekend and I hope that PARCC was ok for you yesterday. Here are your updates for the week. 

C-  We will be in the IMC today so that you can finish working on your posters for the Industrial Revolution.  We will be moving onto the new ways of thinking that came about as a result of the Industrial Revolution.

E-  We will be in the classroom today and you will be finishing your posters on the Industrial Revolution.  We will be moving onto the new ways of thinking that came about as a result of the Industrial Revolution.

F-  Today you will have 20 minutes to finish your French Revolution DBQs.  We will then be moving onto the Industrial Revolution.  Your Ch. 19 Graphic Tour will be due tomorrow, 3/25.

G-  We will be in the classroom today and you will be finishing your posters on the Industrial Revolution.  We will be moving onto the new ways of thinking that came about as a result of the Industrial Revolution.

This is a scrambled week.  Please make sure that you are paying attention to schedule and room changes.  See your teachers with questions.

Make this week the best week yet!
Ms. O.

Monday, March 16, 2015

Starting the Industrial Revolution

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had a nice weekend.  Here are your updates for the week.

C- I am giving you 20 minutes today to finish your DBQ essay.  Then you will start working on your Ch. 19 Graphic Tour.  This will be due tomorrow, 3/17.

E- I am giving you 20 minutes today to finish your DBQ essay.  Then you will start working on your Ch. 19 Graphic Tour.  This will be due tomorrow, 3/17.

F-  Today we are going to start preparing for you in-class DBQ.  We will spend the next couple of days prepping for this and then you will write your essay on Thursday.

G-  I am giving you 20 minutes today to finish your DBQ essay.  Then you will start working on your Ch. 19 Graphic Tour.  This will be due tomorrow, 3/17

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Finishing Up the French Revolution

Hi Everybody-  I hope you are having a good week so far.  Please remember that Progress Reports will go home on Friday, 3/13.

C-  Today we will finish the French Revolution video.  We will then be working on a DBQ that you will be writing in class on Friday.  You have a reading check on Wednesday for Ch. 18 Sec. 3.  Your Causes and Effects of the French Revolution WS will also be due on Friday. 

E-  We finished the French Revolution video yesterday.  Today, you will be working on your DBQ for the French Revolution.  You should be working to prepare to write this on Thursday in class.  You have a reading check on Wednesday for Ch. 18 Sec. 3 and your Causes and Effects of the French Revolution WS will be due on Thursday.

F- We will be starting the French Revolution video today.  This will take us to the end of the week.  Please be prepared for a reading check on Wednesday for Ch. 18 Sec. 1. 

G-  We will finish the French Revolution video today.  Then you will be working to prepare for a DBQ that you will be writing in class on Friday.  You have a reading check on Wednesday for Ch. 18 Sec. 3.  Your Causes and Effects of the French Revolution WS will be due on Friday.

A lot coming at you this week.  Take one thing at a time and make sure you put the leg work in.  This will make things easier for you this week.  See me with questions

Make this week the best week yet!
Ms. O.

Tuesday, March 3, 2015

French Revolution

Hi Everyone-  I hope you had a nice weekend.  We have another full week upon us.  Here are your announcements for the week.

C-  Your DBQs were due yesterday.  We have started the French Revolution and are now going over the causes.  We will be spending time discussing the role the Enlightenment played in the revolution.  Later this week we will be starting the French Revolution video.

E- Your Enlightenment comic strips and Ch. 18 Sec. 1 Reading check will be due tomorrow, 3/4.  We have started the French Revolution and are now going over the causes.  We will be spending time discussing the role the Enlightenment played in the revolution.  Later this week we will be starting the French Revolution video.

F-  We are still on the Enlightenment and reviewing primary sources from the time.  We will discuss the Enlightenment Comic Strip and this will be due later this week.  We will be starting the French Revolution.

G-Your Enlightenment comic strips and Ch. 18 Sec. 1 Reading check will be due tomorrow, 3/4.  We have started the French Revolution and are now going over the causes.  We will be spending time discussing the role the Enlightenment played in the revolution.  Later this week we will be starting the French Revolution video.

Let me know if you have questions. 
Make this week the best week yet!
Ms. O.

Thursday, February 26, 2015

C Period-DBQ Update

C Period-  I changed the due date for your DBQ.  If you have it complete tomorrow, 2/27 you will receive extra credit.  It is due Monday.  If you have it Tuesday it is late.  Let me know if you have questions. :)

Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Finishing the Enlightenment

Hi everyone! I hope that you had a great vacation and are easing back into a full week well.  Here are your updates for the rest of the week and into the next. 

C-  Today, Ms. Saba is coming in to discuss course selection for next year.  Tomorrow we will have the laptops for you to work on your DBQ that is due on Friday, 2/27.  You should be working on this at home as well.  Next week we are going to start the French Revolution.

E- Today, Ms. Saba is coming in to discuss course selection for next year.  Tomorrow we will continue with the Enlightenment.  We have one group left to present and then I will spend time clarifying information.  Please remember you have a reading check on Ch. 17 Sec. 1.

F-  Today, we will be in the computer lab so that you can continue finding primary sources for your Enlightenment thinker.  Tomorrow, Ms. Saba is coming in to discuss course selection for next year.  Friday we will continue working on the Enlightenment again.

G-  Today, we will clarify information from the Enlightenment.  Tomorrow, Ms. Saba is coming in to discuss course selection for next year.  Friday we will start the French Revolution.

Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. Osberg

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Snow, Snow, and More Snow!

Hi Everyone-  What a crazy few weeks it has been!  I hope you are all doing ok with the snow.  Here are your updates for the rest of the week.

C-  Today we will be discussing the DBQ.  We will be working on this for the remainder of the week and the Monday we get back from vacation.  These will be due on Tuesday, 2/24.

E- Today you will continue working on the Press Conference for the Age of Enlightenment.  You will work on this for the remainder of the week and the Monday we get back from vacation.  Presentations will start on Monday, 2/23.

F-  Today we will continue working with primary sources for the Age of Enlightenment. 

G- Today you will continue working on the Press Conference for the Age of Enlightenment.  You will work on this for the remainder of the week and the Monday we get back from vacation.  Presentations will start on Monday, 2/23.

It has been a little crazy lately.  Remember to remain focused. 

Make the rest of this week a good one!
Ms. O.

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Mid-Terms

Hi Everyone-  Hope you had a nice long weekend.  We are in the midst of mid-term exams.  Please remember that term 2 and semester 1 end on Friday, 1/23.  Make sure you are checking Aspen and speaking with your teachers if you have questions.

Mid-Term Exam Schedule

Friday, 1/16- G period
Tuesday, 1/20- A and B period
Wednesday, 1/21- C and D period
Thursday, 1/22- E and F period

Please note that Wednesday and Thursday are half-days and busses will leave at 11:05.  Friday is a full day of school and make-up exams will take place on that day.

Study!
Ms. O.

Monday, January 12, 2015

Mid-Terms Are Coming!

Hi Everyone!  I hope you all had a nice weekend!  Here are your updates for the week.

1. Current Event Journals will be due on Friday, 1/16 for C, E, and F period.  They will be due on Tuesday, 1/20 for G period.

2. Mid-terms start on Friday, 1/16 for G period. 

3. Term 2 closes on Friday, 1/23.  Please make sure you are checking in if you have questions about your grades.

C- We are going to finish up the Spanish colonies today and then discuss Triangular Trade.  Starting on Wednesday we will be reviewing for your mid-term exam.

E and F-  We are going to finish up the Spanish colonies today and then discuss Triangular Trade.  Starting on Wednesday we will be reviewing for your mid-term exam.

G-  We finished up the Spanish colonies today and will start reviewing for your mid-term tomorrow.  Your mid-term will be on Friday.

Make this week the best one yet!
Ms. O.

Monday, January 5, 2015

Happy New Year!

Hi Everyone-  I hope you all had an enjoyable and restful break.  Here are a couple of announcements and your updates for this week. 

1. We have three weeks until the end of term 2.
2. Mid-terms will start on Friday, January 16th with G period.  This is for the entire school and all mid-terms will count as 10% of your final grade for the year.

C-  Today we will review the explorers from the Age of Exploration.  Tomorrow we will discuss the Columbian Exchange and the Spanish Colonies. Be prepared for homework this week and look for more updates.

E, F, and G-  Today we will review the explorers from the Age of Exploration.  Tomorrow we will discuss the Columbian Exchange and the Spanish Colonies. Be prepared for homework this week and look for more updates.