Daily Summary 09-30

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Collect Ecology Field Day Handout (parts I and II)

- Ecology Mid-unit quiz on chapters 3 and 4

- Start work on "Populations" guided reading handout


Homework:

- Finish "Populations" guided reading handout



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Collect Ecology Field Day Handout (parts I and II)

- Ecology Mid-unit quiz on chapters 3 and 4

- Start work on "Populations" guided reading handout


Homework:

- Finish "Populations" guided reading handout



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Mass of Gum Lab


Homework:

- Finish Mass of Gum Lab graph



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Daily Summary 09-29

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Notes and videos on ecological succession

- Biomes research in class


Homework:

- Work on biome projects



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Notes and videos on ecological succession

- Biomes research in class


Homework:

- Work on biome projects

- "Alternative Assessment" on p.97, DUE TOMORROW



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Mass and triple beam balance practice

- Start mass of gum lab


Homework:

- Reading a triple beam balance: 5 practice problems

- Study for Science Skills UNIT EXAM



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Daily Summary 09-28

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Turn in field day handout (parts I and II)

- Finish Ecosystem maps (part III of Ecology Field Day)


Homework:

- Work on biome projects



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Turn in field day handout (parts I and II)

- Finish Ecosystem maps (part III of Ecology Field Day)


Homework:

- Work on biome projects

- Work on "Alternative Assessment" on p. 97 (Due Friday)



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Finish graduated cylinder volume determination practice

- Thermometer reading practice


Homework:

- Bring a pack of gum



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Daily Summary 09-27

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Work on Ecosystems Concept Maps/Diagrams


Homework:

- Read sections 4-1 and 4-2 AND

- Answer "Section Assessment" questions on pp. 89 and 97



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Work on Ecosystems Concept Maps/Diagrams


Homework:

- Read sections 4-1 and 4-2 AND

- Answer "Section Assessment" questions on pp. 89 and 97

- Complete "Alternative Assessment" on p. 97--you may use 8.5" x 11" paper (THIS PART OF THE ASSIGNMENT IS DUE FRIDAY!)



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Hand back graded work and explain scoring on Lentil Seed Lab

- Practice with graduated cylinders


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 09-26

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Review community interactions

- Ecology Field Day, Part III: Ecosystem concept map


Homework:

- Finish information table from part II of Ecology Field Day

- Work on biome projects



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Review community interactions

- Ecology Field Day, Part III: Ecosystem concept map


Homework:

- Work on biome projects



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Go over lab equipment descriptions

- Start graduated cylinder practice


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 09-23

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Continue with Ecology Field Day part II: Garden Observations (except period 5)


Homework:

- Work on completing part II information table from garden observations--use the Internet to find information about organisms with which you are not familiar



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Continue with Ecology Field Day part II: Garden Observations (except period 5)


Homework:

- Work on completing part II information table from garden observations--use the Internet to find information about organisms with which you are not familiar

- Write three follow-up questions you have about things you observed in the garden--be sure to research your own questions and have answers for Monday



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Finish descriptions of lab equipment


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 09-22

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Instructions and Q&A for biome project

- Ecology Field Day, Parts I and II


Homework:

- Finish part I of Ecology Field Day if you did not finish in class



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Instructions and Q&A for biome project

- Ecology Field Day, Parts I and II


Homework:

- Review the observations you made in the garden today and add any information you did not have at the time



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Descriptions of Lab Equipment


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 09-21

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Go over HW

- Quiz on Energy flow and cycles of matter in ecosystems


Homework:

NONE



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Go over HW

- Quiz on Energy flow and cycles of matter in ecosystems


Homework:

NONE



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Start Naming and Describing Science Equipment/Tools


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 09-20

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Discuss the role of climate in ecosystems
>>>> Define climate
>>>> Practice reading and creating climate graphs (climographs)

TOMORROW: Go over climate graphs and "Analyzing Data", assign biome project, quiz on energy flow and cycles of matter in ecosystems


Homework:

- Finish climate graphs and questions

- Answer Chapter 3 Assessment questions on pp. 83-84, questions 1-1



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Discuss the role of climate in ecosystems
>>>> Define climate
>>>> Practice reading and creating climate graphs (climographs)

TOMORROW: Go over climate graphs and "Analyzing Data", assign biome project, quiz on energy flow and cycles of matter in ecosystems


Homework:

- Finish climate graphs and questions

- Answer Chapter 3 Assessment questions on pp. 83-84, questions #1-33 (THIS IS DUE WEDNESDAY!)



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Go over graphing practice quiz

- Start going over science laboratory equipment


Homework:

NONE



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Questions for the Garden Visit

1.) What is growing in the garden now?

2.) What kind of crop is this and why was it planted?

3.) HOW do these plants (and all plants in the biosphere) play a significant role in the major nutrient cycles (biogeochemical cycles) we have been discussing in class? Draw a diagram to help support your answer.

Daily Summary 09-19

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Quick Review of biogeochemical cycles

- Biogeochemical cycles video quiz


Homework:

- Re-read p. 78 on the nitrogen cycle, THEN complete "Analyzing Data" on p. 79 (THIS IS DUE TOMORROW!)

- Answer Chapter 3 Assessment questions on pp. 83-84, questions 1-31 (THIS IS DUE WEDNESDAY!)



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Quick Review of biogeochemical cycles

- Biogeochemical cycles video quiz


Homework:

- Re-read p. 78 on the nitrogen cycle, THEN complete "Analyzing Data" on p. 79 (THIS IS DUE TOMORROW!)

- Answer Chapter 3 Assessment questions on pp. 83-84, questions #1-33 (THIS IS DUE WEDNESDAY!)



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Graphing review and practice quiz


Homework:

- Finish graphing practice quiz



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Honors Biology Seed Germination Lab Reports

Check out the seed germination experiment reports submitted by our budding biologists and see what they have been up to in the lab!

• Germination of Seeds: Tonic Water vs Tap Water


• Buckwheat Seed Germination and Growth Using Sucrose Solutions


• The effectiveness 5 Hour Energy has on the germination of lentil seeds


• Coca-Cola Lentil Seed Lab


• Milk vs. seed germination lab report


• Compost vs. Potting soil. Which is better for lentil growth?


• Seed Germination Lab [Sealed vs. Open Container]


• Seed Germination Lab [Using Cranberry Juice]

Daily Summary 09-16

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Independent study on biogeochemical cycles--complete "Cycles of Matter" handout, both sides

- Work on food chain drawings

- Grade check


Homework:

- Finish food chain drawings

- Finish cycles of matter worksheet



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Independent study on biogeochemical cycles--complete "Cycles of Matter" handout, both sides

- Work on food chain drawings

- Grade check



Homework:

- Finish food chain drawings

- Finish cycles of matter worksheet



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Collect handbook signature sheets

- Correct Scientific Method practice problems


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Sumary 09-15

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Discuss Ecological Pyramids (energy, biomass, numbers)

- Food Chain Relay Race and Food Chain Drawings


Homework:

- Due date for Tuesday's HW extended--finish tonight if you were not done by today

- Start Food Chain Drawings


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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Discuss Ecological Pyramids (energy, biomass, numbers)

- Food Chain Relay Race and Food Chain Drawings


Homework:

- Food Chain Drawings



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Scientific Method Practice problems continued


Homework:

- Complete Scientific Method Practice problems: "Flower Power" and "Super Snails"



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Daily Summary 09-14

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check (only for those periods I did NOT check yesterday)

- Ecosystems vocabulary quiz

- Finish notes on energy flow in ecosystems


Homework:

- Finish guided reading worksheet on ecosystems and energy flow (do both sides)

- Read sections 3-1 and 3-2 in your textbook and answer ALL section assessment questions on pp. 67 and 75

>>>>> NOTE: THIS ASSIGNMENT IS DUE ON TOMORROW! <<<<<



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Ecosystems vocabulary quiz

- Finish notes on energy flow in ecosystems


Homework:

- Finish guided reading worksheet on ecosystems and energy flow (do both sides)

- Read sections 3-1 and 3-2 in your textbook and answer ALL section assessment questions on pp. 67 and 75

>>>>> NOTE: THIS ASSIGNMENT IS DUE ON TOMORROW! <<<<<



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Finish Lentil Seed Lab graphs



Homework:



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Daily Summary 09-13

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check (if I didn't check your class today I will check tomorrow)

- Battle at Kruger video clip and questions

- Ecosystems and energy flow

- Start guided reading worksheet on ecosystems and energy flow


Homework:

- Finish guided reading worksheet on ecosystems and energy flow (do both sides)

- Read sections 3-1 and 3-2 in your textbook and answer ALL section assessment questions on pp. 67 and 75

>>>>> NOTE: THIS ASSIGNMENT IS DUE ON THURSDAY <<<<<


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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Battle at Kruger video clip and questions

- Ecosystems and energy flow

- Start guided reading worksheet on ecosystems and energy flow


Homework:

- Finish guided reading worksheet on ecosystems and energy flow (do both sides)

- Read sections 3-1 and 3-2 in your textbook and answer ALL section assessment questions on pp. 67 and 75

>>>>> NOTE: THIS ASSIGNMENT IS DUE ON THURSDAY <<<<<


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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Collect last day's data for lentil seed lab

- Answer analysis questions on lab handout


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 09-12

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Turn in Homework Packet #1

- Watch National Geographic Special on the diversity of life on Earth and answer questions


Homework:

- Copy the 7 vocabulary terms from "Vocabulary" list in margin of p. 63 and write a definition for each term next to the term


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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Go over peer evaluation form and process for seed germination lab

- Turn in Homework Packet #1

- Watch National Geographic Special on the diversity of life on Earth and answer questions


Homework:

- Copy the 7 vocabulary terms from "Vocabulary" list in margin of p. 63 and write a definition for each term next to the term

- Complete the color plate, reading, and word search given to you in class

- Fill out peer evaluation form for your lab group members, including yourself



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Collect Lentil Seed Lab data, day 5

- Sponge Bob Scientific Method Practice problems


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 09-09

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Biological Levels of Organization review

- Characteristics of living things discussion and notes


Homework:

NONE



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Biological Levels of Organization review

- Characteristics of living things discussion and notes


Homework:

NONE



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Start Lentil Seed Lab

- Go over SJUSD Student Handbook


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 9-8

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Finish notes and demonstrations on the properties of water


Homework:

- Read and complete color plate on Ecological Communities

- Finish word search on ecology terms



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Finish notes and demonstrations on the properties of water

- Final data collection for your seed germination experiments


Homework:

- Finish lab e-Reports (due tomorrow)



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Start lentil seed lab


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 09-07

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Properties of Water, Notes and Demonstrations


Homework:

- If Mr. Bursch told you to fix your color plate HW, fix it tonight for credit tomorrow--no papers will be given credit after tomorrow



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Properties of Water, Notes and Demonstrations


Homework:

- If Mr. Bursch told you to fix your color plate HW, fix it tonight for credit tomorrow--no papers will be given credit after tomorrow



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Check and correct metric conversion practice


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 9-6

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Powers of Ten

- Reading: "The Chemical Nature of Life"

- Answer Section Assessment questions on p. 39

- Levels of Organization within Biological Systems


Homework:

Complete "Levels of Organization" and "Characteristics of Living Things" color plates



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Powers of Ten

- Reading: "The Chemical Nature of Life"

- Answer Section Assessment questions on p. 39

- Levels of Organization within Biological Systems


Homework:

Complete "Levels of Organization" and "Characteristics of Living Things" color plates



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Systems of measurement and metric conversions practice


Homework:

- Finish metric conversions practice worksheets



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Planting Party!

Want to see your seedlings from the seed germination lab safely to their next home? Join us for a planting party--nothing fancy, just good old-fashioned dirty fun--at the Willow Glen High School Gardens and Outdoor Lab (WGHSGOL) main garden site in the back of the school (on Dry Creek Road) from 5:30 to 7:30 this Sunday (September 4th). Stop by, have some lemonade, plant a cowpea, sow some buckwheat, make some new friends, and help our gardens grow!



I will give a short talk explaining the benefits of cover crops (warm and cool season) and demonstrate the use of a simple but effective preparation for legume seeds (beans, peas, peanuts) that can help give them a big boost as they grow. I'll also talk about the vision for WGHSGOL and answer your questions, too. So come on down and make this a true "Labor" Day weekend.


See you in the garden!

Mr. Bursch


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Daily Summary 9-2

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Go over HW

- Science Skills Unit Quiz


Homework:

NONE



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Go over HW

- Go over lab e-report requirements

- Science Skills Unit Test

- Check on Seed Lab


Homework:

- work on lab e-report



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Finish graphing practice


Homework:

NONE



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Daily Summary 9-1

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BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up/Homework Check

- Go over metric conversion HW answers

- Finish Lentil Seed Lab questions and turn in lab paper

- Sponge Bob Scientific Method Review and practice questions


Homework:

- Finish Sponge Bob Scientific Method Review and practice questions


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HONORS BIOLOGY
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In Class:

- Warm-up

- Go over metric conversion HW answers

- Continue Seed Lab

- Sponge Bob Scientific Method Review and practice questions


Homework:

- Finish Sponge Bob Scientific Method Review and practice questions



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ELD SCIENCE
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In Class:

- Silent reading

- Graphing practice


Homework:

- Finish graphing practice graphs (bar graph)



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