Guided Reading/Grammar: We will finish our study of complex and complex-compound sentences by the end of this week, as well as continuing to read silently for 30 minutes each day. I asked the students to come ready to differentiate among the various sentence types.
Advanced Math: Since over half the class needed more time to finish their test, we did not start the new book today. We will begin Growing, Growing, Growing tomorrow.
Debates: We had our practice debates today, and I think I speak for everyone when I say that each group learned a lot about the debate process through this practice. Tomorrow we will spend the entire time fixing our weak areas and helping each other become prepared for Wednesday and Thursday, when the actual live debates will take place.
NHD: It was our first day together, and I know I gave you a ton of new information. The rest of the week will be more student-centered, and you will all have plenty of time to delve into your interests to successfully choose a topic for NHD. I will post the NHD code to Edmodo in Social Studies so that you have it. There you will find all sorts of helpful information, including topic selection guides and a student NHD guide, as well as the winning website.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
