Thomas’ Adventure Travels

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Today was a great day. Students went to the media center to do a “web Quest” on Australia and Oceania. Mrs. Harpin, the media specialists, developed the activity where students had to research certain information by looking at different linked websites. These sites were reviewed prior to the students using them. It was a great [...]

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Hi! The students seemed to have a good day today. They particpated well and most of them had improved on their economic vocabulary worksheet definitions.
CLASSWORK
Warm-ups – We went over each warm-up to be certain students had the correct information.
Economy Vocabulary – Reviewed words 9 through 16 of the definitions.
Political and Physical Maps – Checked to [...]

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Today we had the pleasure of having Mr. Nathan Harris join our classes. He will mainly be in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th period classes. From time to time he will also be in homeroom and 1st period. I know all students treat him with respect as they would any teacher.
CLASSWORK
Warm-up – ¨What does GDP mean, [...]

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Another great Advisement Day at McClure Middle School. Students are getting excited about the Read Across America activities. Door posters are being created for competition and a book swap is taking place. Be certain to bring in any middle school reading books you would like to swap.
CLASSWORK
Warm-up #19 – ¨What are the four factors of [...]

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I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend. If you did not take advantage of the fantastic weather, you missed a great opportunity to be outdoors. I certainly enjoyed being aboe to get out without wearing a heavy coat.
Remember, those of you who have not picked up your culture boxes, need to do so by Friday. [...]

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Now I know everyone needs to get outside and enjoy this warmer weather. The entire weekend should be nice. I know I am going to be out and about.
FYI – All culture boxes have been graded. If you have not taken yours home by Friday, February 26, then I will have the custodians discard them for [...]

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What a beautiful day. Even though the temperature was still a little cool, it was great to see so much sunshine. I hope everyone has an opportunity to get outside and soak in some rays.
Don’t forget, some of my homeroom students need to bring back their progress reports signed. Thank you.
FYI – Just to let [...]

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Well, the Chapter 5 Canada test has been moved to Friday, February 19. This allows students an additional day to be prepared for the test. I am sure many students are glad to have an extra day.
CLASSWORK
Warm-up #15 – ¨Define the word interdependence.  Answer:Interdependence is the economic, political, and social dependence of culture  regions on [...]

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Today we were back on schedule. We started the day by having Advisement where students were able to vote on the slogan they liked best on T-shirts to support people in need. Everyone is anxious to find out which one was the overall winner in the school.
CLASSWORK
Warm-up #14 – ¨Which form of government allows its’ [...]

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Well, the snow is finally coming down, but it doesn’t look like it is going to stick. We will need to get a lot more and maybe some colder temperatures. Also, it would be great if the snowflakes were a little bigger. Anyway, I am sure all students will enjoy getting out in it weather [...]

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