English 8 Extra Credit Opportunity

Students were given an extra credit opportunity to begin the second nine weeks grading period. They are to write a Text Criticism on an article in their textbook. This criticism should be a lengthy paragraph (5-8 sentences), at least. The assignment states:

"O. Henry's short stories remain popular with readers in part because they often have surprise endings. Read the article "Manuscripts Found in an Attic" on page 62 of the textbook. What do you think the author means when he describes it as 'a story about O. Henry that was an O. Henry story itself'?"

This extra credit assignment will be due by November 8th, 2013.

"Hallucination" Vocabulary

This it the link to the "Hallucination" vocabulary. The vocabulary worksheet and definitions will be due on Friday, November 1, 2013. These vocabulary terms will come up within the reading of the short story, as well as on the test.

Students of the Month: October

The Supernova teachers would like to congratulate the following Supernovas for earning student of the month honors for the month of October.

English: Patrick C.
Science: Megan B. 
Social Studies: Sophia K.

Outstanding Supernova Citizen: Sarah M.

Tell Tale Heart Vobcabulary

This is the link for "The Tell Tale Heart" vocabulary. The definitions and vocabulary practice are to be completed as homework and turned in at the start of class on Tuesday, October 29th, 2013. These vocabulary terms will come up within the short story, as well as appear on the test.

Science Class: 10/28/13-10/29/13

Please complete the following items in order. Please remain quiet and on-task during the entire class period.

1. Open "Chapter 8 - Work and Machines" PowerPoint.

• Go to slide 38 and check your answers to the key questions for section 2.  
• Read through each slide in section 3 of the PowerPoint.  Complete the rest of your guided notes for chapter 8 as you view the presentation. Examine, in detail, how each simple machine (lever, included plane, wedge, wheel and axle, pulley, screw) makes work easier. 

2. Complete the "Work and Simple Machines" activity. This handout will be provided for you by the teacher.  Ensure you fill in your answers on the answer sheet as you work through the activity. Turn in the activity sheet once you are finished.  (Due 11/7/13)

3. Complete "Webquest: Simple Machines". This handout will be provided for you by the teacher. Ensure you write in the answers on your handout as you work through the activity.  Turn in the activity sheet once you are finished.  (Due 11/7/13)

4. Click on "Science Materials" under the "Helpful Links" on the right side of the blog.  Please explore the format of this website.  Try accessing the "Rube Goldberg Project" from the "CH 8 - Work and Machines" section.  Read through the project.  Let Mr. Wolf know if you have any issues.

5. If you finish early:
Option 1: Click on the following link to explore some interactive websites on simple machines.
Simple Machines: Interactive Websites
Option 2: Complete a "Read and React" paper for bonus.
Option 3: Vocabulary Bonus - Chapter 8 (16 Words) - Due - 10/29/13 (end of class)

Ransom of Red Chief

This is the link for "The Ransom of Red Chief" vocabulary. The definitions and vocabulary practice are to be completed as homework and turned in at the start of class on Wednesday, October 23, 2013. These vocabulary terms will come up within the short story, as well as appear on the test.

How it works - The Incandescent Lightbulb

Energy 101: Light Bulbs

Energy 101: Light Bulbs

Work and Power Song

NBC Learn: The Science of Sports

Click on the links below to view fantastic videos relating to science of various sports.

• Science of the NFL
• Science of the NHL
• Science of Golf
• Science of the Summer Olympics 
• Science of the Winter Olympics

This is the link for "Raymond's Run" vocabulary. The definitions are to be completed as homework and turned in at the start of class on Thursday, October 17th. These vocabulary terms will come up in the short story as well as appear on the test.

Here is the link for the Extended Vocabulary List 4. Use this link to aid in writing out your definitions for homework. This will be due Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at the beginning of class.

Fixed Literary Terms List

Here is the correct link to the Elements of Literature Terms. Use this link to complete your packet for homework, and bring with you to class on Monday, October 14th.

Additional Simulations Used in Class for Chapter 6

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Free Fall Tower: Recreate Galileo's famous experiment by dropping objects off the Tower of Pisa. You can drop ping pong balls, golf balls, soccer balls or watermelons. Objects can be dropped in air or no air, with or without a parachute. The speed of each object is shown on a speedometer and a graph.

Gravity Pitch: Imagine a gigantic pitcher standing on Earth, ready to hurl a huge baseball. What will happen as the ball is thrown harder and harder? Find out with the Gravity Pitch Gizmo. Observe the path of the ball when it is thrown at different velocities. Throw the ball on different planets to see how each planet's gravity affects the ball.

Shoot the Monkey: Fire a banana cannon at a monkey in a tree. The monkey drops from the tree at the moment the banana is fired from the cannon. Determine where to aim the cannon so the monkey catches the banana. The position of the cannon, launch angle and initial velocity of the banana can be varied. Students can observe the velocity vectors and the paths of the monkey and banana.

Golf Range: Try to get a hole in one by adjusting the velocity and launch angle of a golf ball. Explore the physics of projectile motion in a frictional or ideal setting. Horizontal and vertical velocity vectors can be displayed, as well as the path of the ball. The height of the golfer and the force of gravity are also adjustable.

Fan Cart Physics: Gain an understanding of Newton's Laws by experimenting with a cart (on which up to three fans are placed) on a linear track. The cart has a mass, as does each fan. The fans exert a constant force when switched on, and the direction of the fans can be altered as the position, velocity, and acceleration of the cart are measured.

Here is the link to the Elements of Literature Vocabulary. Complete the definitions and return with them to class Monday, October 14th.

Gravity and Orbits

Use the following simulation to help you understand how orbits are formed.

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Read & React: All Year Science Bonus Opportunity

The Supernova science students have the opportunity to earn bonus points throughout the year by completing open-ended "read and react" assignments. The students are to read about current events that relate to some of the science topics discussed in class. The written articles can be found in newspapers, magazines, online, etc. After reading the article, the students are to write a short reaction paper, at least one page in length, explaining how the article is related to the science topics discussed in class. This is an ongoing bonus opportunity offered throughout the year, up to a maximum of 10 points per nine weeks. Mr. Wolf has the discretion to determine the point value for each submission.

Vocabulary List #3

Here is the link for the Extended Vocabulary List #3 on Quizlet. You may access the Quizlet website by clicking on the link. Use this site to aid in completing your definitions and sentences on your worksheet. The test for these terms will be on Friday, October 11, 2013.

Gravity Force Lab

This simulation will help you visualize the gravitational force between two objects.

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Science Friction

The Supernova students conducted a quick lab in science class to examine various types of friction.

Student of the Month: September

The Supernova teachers would like to congratulate the following Supernovas for earning student of the month honors for the month of September.

English: Nicole S.
Science: Jessica C. 
Social Studies: Ian S.

 

Outstanding Supernova Citizen: Cody C.

Yearbook Sale

The easiest way to order a yearbook is to order online by clicking the picture above.  If you choose to turn in a paper order form, the cost for each yearbook starts at $26 (Cash Only).  Please bring in your order form on Wednesday, October 9th.

Forces and Motion Simulation

This is a fantastic simulation to help you understand forces and motion.

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