Monda |
Week of:: 5/27/24 - 5/31/24
| Monday, May 27 | Tuesday, May 28 | Wednesday, May 29 | Thursday, May 30 | Friday, May 31 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: |
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can balance a budget. 3. I can design a new state. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can balance a budget. 3. I can design a new state. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can balance a budget. 3. I can design a new state.
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Bellwork Question: | | What is your favorite thing you have learned in Social Studies this year? | | No bellwork question. | |
Student Task(s): | NO SCHOOL - MEMORIAL DAY | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue working on the Balancing a Budget project. Give students the packet with the information they will be filling out. Students will blindly pick a “Me and My Family” card today and fill that information into Section One of the recording sheet. CHROMEBOOK COLLECTION WILL BE TODAY IN ELA CLASSES. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Turn bellwork in today. 2. Finish working on the Balancing a Budget project. Give students the packet with the information they will be filling out. Students will blindly pick a “Me and My Family” card today and fill that information into Section One of the recording sheet. 3. Work on Designing a New State if time permits. LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS 1 HOUR EARLY RELEASE | NO SCHOOL - LAST DAY FOR TEACHERS |
Homework / For Next Time: | | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
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Monda |
Week of:: 5/20/24 - 5/24/24
| Monday, May 20 | Tuesday, May 21 | Wednesday, May 22 | Thursday, May 23 | Friday, May 24 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and identify different aspects of what makes our economy function. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and identify different aspects of what makes our economy function. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and identify different aspects of what makes our economy function. | |
Bellwork Question: | Identify one need and one want. | Name a job that provides a good and name a job that provides a service. | | What is the difference between using money and bartering? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Complete the Google Slides titled “Wants and Needs”. 3. Complete Goods and Services worksheet. Review answers together as a class.
| 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Complete “Barter or Money” Google Slides. 3. Complete the Barter or Money cut and paste worksheet and turn in for a grade (10pts.)
| NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Begin the Balancing a Budget project. Give students the packet with the information they will be filling out. Students will blindly pick a “Me and My Family” card today and fill that information into Section One of the recording sheet. This is due on Tuesday, 5/28/24. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 5/13/24 - 5/17/24
| Monday, May 13 | Tuesday, May 14 | Wednesday, May 15 | Thursday, May 16 | Friday, May 17 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn, recall, and describe the three branches of government and their functions. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn, recall, and describe the three branches of government and their functions. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn, recall, and describe the three branches of government and their functions. | |
Bellwork Question: | How many justices currently serve on our Supreme Court? | Our government uses a system of ________ and ________ to make sure no branch gets too much power. | | The President is given advice from his or her ____________ members. | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish Three Branches of Government Activities slideshow if needed and submit for a grade. 3. Students will complete the interactive activity “3 Branches Class Sort”. Each student will be given a card and must go to the corner of the room which matches the branch of government that their card falls under. The teacher will have the students complete this multiple times with different cards. 4. Study for Three Branches of Government test if time permits.
| 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Complete the cut and paste sorting worksheet titled “Understanding the Three Branches of Government”. Turn in for a grade. (12 pts) 3. Study for Three Branches of Government test if time permits.
| NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Turn in completed bellwork today. 2. Students will play Quizlet Live to prepare for today’s test. 3. Students will complete the Three Branches of Government test. 4. Complete the Google Slides titled “Wants and Needs” if time permits. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Three Branches of Government Test on Thursday, May 16- use foldable booklets, Blooket, and Quizlet to study | Three Branches of Government Test on Thursday, May 16- use foldable booklets, Blooket, and Quizlet to study | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 5/6/24 - 5/10/24
| Monday, May 6 | Tuesday, May 7 | Wednesday, May 8 | Thursday, May 9 | Friday, May 10 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn, recall, and describe the three branches of government and their functions. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn, recall, and describe the three branches of government and their functions. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn, recall, and describe the three branches of government and their functions. | |
Bellwork Question: | What are the Three Branches of Government? | Which branch of government creates the laws? | | What is the job of the Executive Branch of government? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Watch YouTube video about the Three Branches of Government https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLNrxkd9zaM 3. Students will begin reading through the Google Slideshow titled “3 Branches of Government”. 4. If time remains, students will begin working on the Google Slideshow “3 Branches Activities” and can use the “3 Branches of Government Slideshow” to help them with answers.
| 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Begin (or continue) the “3 Branches Activities” Google Slideshow. Review answers together when complete and submit for a grade. 3. The teacher will introduce the students to the Three Branches of Government Quizlet. Quiz on the Three Branches of Government will be on Thursday, May 16. https://quizlet.com/390317092/government-review-flash-cards/
| NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS STAFF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ROARING FUTURE FESTIVAL @ HHS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish “3 Branches Activities” Google Slideshow if needed. 3. Students will complete the Three Branches of Government foldable book resource. The teacher and students will read through this together and highlight important information. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Three Branches of Government Test on Thursday, May 16- use foldable booklets, Blooket, and Quizlet to study | Three Branches of Government Test on Thursday, May 16- use foldable booklets, Blooket, and Quizlet to study | | Three Branches of Government Test on Thursday, May 16- use foldable booklets, Blooket, and Quizlet to study | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 4/29/24 - 5/3/24
| Monday, April 29 | Tuesday, April 30 | Wednesday, May 1 | Thursday, May 2 | Friday, May 3 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | |
Bellwork Question: | True or False: Dictators see themselves as important and often have statues or other art of themselves on display. | What are the two types of dictatorships? | | True or False: In a democracy, decisions are made by the majority - the representative or idea with the most votes. Everyone has rights. | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Working in partners, students will go to different stations around the room and complete the activity called “Government Task Cards”. Students will read the descriptions on the cards and decide if democracy, monarchy, or dictatorship is being described. 3. Study for Three Forms of Government. | MATH CAMBIUM STATE TEST PART 1 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using Blooket, study for Three Forms of Government test. | MATH CAMBIUM STATE TEST PART 2 NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS
| 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using Blooket, study for Three Forms of Government test. 3. Complete the Three Forms of Government test. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Three Forms of Government Test on Thursday, 5/2/24 - use Government lapbook on Google Classroom or Blooket to study | Three Forms of Government Test on Thursday, 5/2/24 - use Government lapbook on Google Classroom or Blooket to study | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 4/22/24 - 4/26/24
| Monday, April 22 | Tuesday, April 23 | Wednesday, April 24 | Thursday, April 25 | Friday, April 26 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | |
Bellwork Question: | In a dictatorship, the leader’s power is ______. | How do dictators come into power? Two reasons. | | True or False: Monarchs usually rule from the time they become monarch until they die. | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Complete the Dictatorship vs. Democracy cut and paste activity and turn in for a grade. (if not completed in class last week). 3. Review government lapbook and concepts that will be on the government test. Students can also use the Blooket to study (search mrs_stolecki and favorite the 3 Forms of Government Blooket). The test will be Monday 4/29/24 4. If time permits, assign roles for “Government in Action! Democracy, Monarchy, or Dictatorship?” Readers Theater. Give students time to read over/practice/highlight lines for their roles today. Play will be performed tomorrow in class.
| 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Perform Reader’s Theater “Government in Action! Democracy, Monarchy, or Dictatorship?” in class. 3. Study for Three Forms of Government test that will be on Monday 4/29/24. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | SCIENCE CAMBIUM STATE TESTS PARTS 1 & 2 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Working in partners, students will go to different stations around the room and complete the activity called “Government Task Cards”. Students will read the descriptions on the cards and decide if democracy, monarchy, or dictatorship is being described. 3. Study for Three Forms of Government test that will be on Monday 4/29/24. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Three Forms of Government Test on Monday 4/29/24- use Government lapbook on Google Classroom or Blooket to study | Three Forms of Government Test on Monday 4/29/24 - use Government lapbook on Google Classroom or Blooket to study | | | Three Forms of Government Test on Monday 4/29/24 - use Government lapbook on Google Classroom or Blooket to study |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 4/15/24 - 4/19/24
| Monday, April 15 | Tuesday, April 16 | Wednesday, April 17 | Thursday, April 18 | Friday, April 19 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | |
Bellwork Question: | Which form of government do we have in the United States? (democracy, monarchy, or dictatorship) | Citizens in a democracy get a say in their government by______. | | What are the two types of monarchy? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Complete Monarchy video and notes.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSX9rwCd0u0&t=1s 3. Watch the YouTube video titled “What is a Dictator” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdTBMqIm8vc&t=7s 4. Fill in information about Dictatorship form of government in lapbooks.
| ELA CAMBIUM STATE TEST PART 1 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish Dictatorship notes and video if needed. 3. Complete any fill-in parts of lapbook (comparing and contrasting the three forms of government and drawing symbols to represent each of the three forms of government). Do a notes-check for completion of lapbook (12 pts.) | ELA CAMBIUM STATE TEST PART 2 NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Turn in bellwork paper today. 2. Using EPIC, read the text titled “What is a Dictatorship?” Only read pages 4-9 and 18-19. https://www.getepic.com/app/read/8013 3. Complete the Dictatorship vs. Democracy cut and paste activity and turn in for a grade. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 4/8/24 - 4/12/24
| Monday, April 8 | Tuesday, April 9 | Wednesday, April 10 | Thursday, April 11 | Friday, April 12 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: |
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can name and describe the three types government (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship). | |
Bellwork Question: | | What is the title of the head of the government in a democracy? (hint: Joe Biden is our…?) | | What are the two types of democracies? What kind of democracy do we have in the USA? | |
Student Task(s): | NO SCHOOL - TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using teacher model as an example, assemble 3 Forms of Government lapbooks and color. (if not already completed) 3. Begin filling in notes if time permits.
| NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Watch YouTube video titled “Democracy - A Short Introduction.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6jgWxkbR7A 3. Fill-in information in Government lapbooks about Democracy. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 4/1/24 - 4/5/24
| Monday, April 1 | Tuesday, April 2 | Wednesday, April 3 | Thursday, April 4 | Friday, April 5 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: |
| | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates. | |
Bellwork Question: | | | | NO BELLWORK QUESTION TODAY | |
Student Task(s): | NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK FROM FRIDAY, MARCH 29 - TUESDAY, APRIL 6. CLASSES RESUME WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7. | NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK FROM FRIDAY, MARCH 29 - TUESDAY, APRIL 6. CLASSES RESUME WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Turn in completed bellwork today. 2. Today, students will present their completed totem poles to their classmates, explain the animals they chose for the totem pole, and how those animals symbolize something about their personality.
| NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | | | None | None | None |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 3/25/24 - 3/29/24
| Monday, March 25 | Tuesday, March 26 | Wednesday, March 27 | Thursday, March 28 | Friday, March 29 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates.
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates. | |
Bellwork Question: | What is your favorite animal you included on your totem pole? Why? | Was it difficult to chose animals to represent your personality? Why or why not? | | NO BELLWORK QUESTION TODAY | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue working on totem pole project and writing. The totem pole is to be completed by Thursday, March 28
3. For students who have completed the totem pole, students will read through the nonfiction text titled “The Trail of Tears”. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue working on totem pole project and writing. The totem pole is to be completed by Thursday, March 28
3. For students who have completed the totem pole, students will read through the nonfiction text titled “The Trail of Tears”. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Today, students will present their completed totem poles to their classmates, explain the animals they chose for the totem pole, and how those animals symbolize something about their personality.
| NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK FROM FRIDAY, MARCH 29 - TUESDAY, APRIL 6. CLASSES RESUME WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7. |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | Finish any work for totem poles if not completed in class. | | | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 3/18/24 - 3/22/24
| Monday, March 18 | Tuesday, March 19 | Wednesday, March 20 | Thursday, March 21 | Friday, March 22 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. 3. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates.
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. 3. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. 3. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates. | |
Bellwork Question: | Why did the Southwest group live near streams or rivers? | What was a cultural tradition that was passed on from generation to generation in the CA Intermountain region? | | What are the two home types in the Southeast? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue working on totem pole project and writing. The totem pole is to be completed by Friday, March 31.
| 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue working on totem pole project and writing. The totem pole is to be completed by the end of class Friday, March 31.
3. Complete a Blooket review for tomorrow’s Native American test. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Collect bellwork paper today. 2. Complete Native American test on Google Classroom using a Google Form. 3. Continue working on totem pole project and writing. The totem pole is to be completed by the end of class Friday, March 31.
| NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS 1 HOUR EARLY RELEASE DAY - END OF QUARTER 3 |
Homework / For Next Time: | Native American test Thursday, March 21 (use Study Guide and Blooket to study - search mrs_stolecki) | Native American test Thursday, March 21 (use Study Guide and Blooket to study - search mrs_stolecki) | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 3/11/24 - 3/15/24
| Monday, March 11 | Tuesday, March 12 | Wednesday, March 13 | Thursday, March 14 | Friday, March 15 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. 3. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates.
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. 3. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. 3. I can complete a totem pole project and pick animals that symbolize something about me. I can present my completed totem pole to my classmates. | |
Bellwork Question: | Which region had cold, harsh winters and warm summers? | What material did the Southwest use to make their homes? | | What term means moving around and not staying in one place? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Pass out study guide for Native American test and complete together. Test will be on Thursday, March 21. 3. Watch video about totem poles. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imOueo_rP1o and/or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hK1AFOD7SUE&t=2s | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Read about the Native Animal Symbolism in preparation for the totem pole project. 3. Discuss totem pole project to be completed in class. 4. Begin project if time permits. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue working on totem pole project and writing. The totem pole is to be completed by Tuesday, March 26.
| NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Native American test Thursday, March 21 (use Study Guide and Blooket to study - search mrs_stolecki) | Native American test Thursday, March 21 (use Study Guide and Blooket to study - search mrs_stolecki) | | Native American test Thursday, March 21 (use Study Guide and Blooket to study - search mrs_stolecki) | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 3/4/24 - 3/8/24
| Monday, March 4 | Tuesday, March 5 | Wednesday, March 6 | Thursday, March 7 | Friday, March 8 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America.
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. | |
Bellwork Question: | How were the Great Basin and California areas of the Intermountain Region different? | What were some important spiritual animals that the Plateau region believed in? | | Which group was your favorite to learn about? Why? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using Native American Cultural Slides, complete slides 27-29 about the Plateau Region. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using Native American Cultural Slides, complete slide 34 (3-2-1 Chart) and finish slide 2 (KWL Chart). Begin assignment choosing two poster slides to complete about two different tribes | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Collect bellwork paper today. 2. Using Native American Cultural Slides, finish the two poster slides about two different tribes. Submit all slides today for a grade. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 2/26/24 - 3/1/24
| Monday, February 26 | Tuesday, February 27 | Wednesday, February 28 | Thursday, February 29 | Friday, March 1 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America.
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. | |
Bellwork Question: | Why was the teepee an appropriate home style for the Great Plains Native Americans? | Describe some of the art the Southwest Native Americans created. | | Describe a totem pole.
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Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using Native American Cultural Slides, complete slides 15-17 about the Southwest Native Americans. Begin the Northwest Coast if time permits. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using Native American Cultural Slides, complete slides 19-21 about the Northwest Coast. Begin the California Intermountain Region if time permits. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using Native American Cultural Slides, complete slides 23-25 about the California Intermountain Region. Begin the Plateau Region if time permits. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 2/19/24 - 2/23/24
| Monday, February 19 | Tuesday, February 20 | Wednesday, February 21 | Thursday, February 22 | Friday, February 23 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | | | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. | |
Bellwork Question: | | | | Why did the Southeast region Native Americans wear cooler clothing? | |
Student Task(s): | NO SCHOOL - PRESIDENTS DAY | NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - STAFF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using Native American Cultures Google Slides, finish slide 9 about the Southeast Native Americans. Begin reading and completing slides 11-13 about the Great Plains Native Americans. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | | | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 2/12/24 - 2/16/24
| Monday, February 12 | Tuesday, February 13 | Wednesday, February 14 | Thursday, February 15 | Friday, February 16 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America.
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. | |
Bellwork Question: | What are you most looking forward to learning about with the Native American cultures in North America? | Which region do we live in when thinking about the Native American cultural regions? | | What are the two types of homes that were used in the Eastern Woodlands region? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using digital Native American Cultures packet, read about cultural regions, complete KWL Chart, and begin reading and completing activities about the Eastern Woodlands Region (slides 1-4). | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue using Native American Cultures packet and finish reading about the Eastern Woodlands Region (slides 3-4). 3. Complete Slide 5 about the Eastern Woodlands. 4. Read Slides 7-8 about the Southeast Region. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish reading Slides 7-8 about the Southeast Region if needed. 3. Complete Slide 10 about the Southeast Region. 4. Read Slides 11-12 about the Great Plains Region. | NO SCHOOL - CONFERENCE COMP. DAY |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 2/5/24 - 2/9/24
| Monday, February 5 | Tuesday, February 6 | Wednesday, February 7 | Thursday, February 8 | Friday, February 9 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes.
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes. 3. I can learn about and describe Native American groups from North America. | |
Bellwork Question: | List one fact about the culture of your Native American civilization. | Describe what happened when the Europeans interacted with your Native American civilization. | | List your favorite fact about your Native American tribe that you included on your poster. | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue working on Native American Civilizations poster. Completed poster should be turned in by Thursday, 2/8/24 | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue working on Native American Civilizations poster. Completed poster should be turned in by Thursday, 2/8/24 | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Collect bellwork paper today. 2. Submit Native American Civilizations poster. 3. Watch YouTube video “Comparing the Lives of Native Peoples” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NErXRVfm1uU | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | Complete Native American Civilizations Poster if not completed during class time. Completed poster is due at beginning of class on Thursday, 2/8/24 | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 1/22/24 - 1/26/24
| Monday, January 29 | Tuesday, January 30 | Wednesday, January 31 | Thursday, February 1 | Friday, February 2 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes.
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes. | |
Bellwork Question: | List one fact you learned about the Iroquois | Which Native American group was your favorite to learn about? Why? | | Which Native American group was your least favorite to learn about? Why? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Complete any reading involving the Tainos/Iroquois. 3. Finishing filling in the Native American Fact Sheet about the Tainos/Iroquois. Submit for a grade when completed (10 points - 2 points per Native American group) 4. If time permits, begin reviewing expectations, rubric, and example for Native American Civilizations Poster Project. Students will pick which Native American civilization they will be completing their poster on and confirm this with their teacher. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish any work with Native American Fact Sheet and submit when completed. 3. Review expectations, rubric, and example for Native American Civilizations Poster Project. Students will pick which Native American civilization they will be completing their poster on and confirm this with their teacher. 4. Begin working on poster if times permits. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Continue working on Native American Civilizations poster. Completed poster should be turned in by Thursday 2/8/24. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 1/22/24 - 1/26/24
| Monday, January 22 | Tuesday, January 23 | Wednesday, January 24 | Thursday, January 25 | Friday, January 26 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes.
| 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes. | |
Bellwork Question: | What did the Inca use instead of written language to keep track of time and other records? | List one fact you learned about the Mayans. | | List one fact you learned about the Tainos. | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish any work with the Inca Empire. 3. Watch YouTube video about the Maya Empire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0L8yKD3_sE0 4. Read the Google Slides passage about the Mayans. 5. Begin the Native American Fact Sheet Google Slide about the Mayans. Finish tomorrow. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Read the Google Slides passage about the Tainos. 3. Begin the Native American Fact Sheet about the Tainos. Finish Thursday. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Collect bellwork papers today. 2. Finish the Native American Fact Sheet about the Tainos. 3. Read the Google Slides about the Iroquois. 3. Begin the Native American Fact Sheet about the Iroquois. Finish Monday. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 1/15/24 - 1/19/24
| Monday, January 15 | Tuesday, January 16 | Wednesday, January 17 | Thursday, January 18 | Friday, January 19 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes.
| | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes. | |
Bellwork Question: | | What two factors caused the fall of the Aztec Empire? | | List one fact you learned about the Incas. | |
Student Task(s): | NO SCHOOL - MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish any work with the Aztecs and Native American Fact Sheet if needed. 3. Watch YouTube video about the Inca Empire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UO5ktwPXsyM 4. Read the Google Slides passage about the Incas. 5. Begin the Native American Fact Sheet Google Slide about the Incas. Finish tomorrow. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish Native American Fact Sheet about the Incas. 3. Watch YouTube video about the Maya Empire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0L8yKD3_sE0 4. Read the Google Slides passage about the Mayans. 5. Begin the Native American Fact Sheet Google Slide about the Mayans. Finish tomorrow. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 1/8/24 - 1/12/24
| Monday, January 8 | Tuesday, January 9 | Wednesday, January 10 | Thursday, January 11 | Friday, January 12 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe all aspects of the Age of Exploration. 3. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe five different Native American tribes. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about Martin Luther King Jr. and why he is an important figure in U.S. history. | |
Bellwork Question: | List one fact you learned about the Age of Exploration. | List one fact you learned about the Aztecs. | | What do you already know about Martin Luther King Jr.? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Students will complete “European Explorers Reflection” if needed and submit for a grade (11 pts.) 3. 2. Watch YouTube video about the Aztec Empire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZFPWIlbTlM 4. Read the Google Slides passage about the Aztecs. 5. Begin the Native American Fact Sheet Google Slide about the Aztecs. We will be using this same slide all week, adding information about each Native American group as we read about them. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish the Native American Fact Sheet about the Aztecs. 3. Watch YouTube video about the Inca Empire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UO5ktwPXsyM 4. Read the Google Slides passage about the Incas. 5. Complete the Native American Fact Sheet Google Slide about the Incas. We will be using this same slide all week, adding information about each Native American group as we read about them. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Collect bellwork paper today. 2. Watch video to introduce MLK. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xXZhXTFWnE&t=130s 3. Students will complete the Martin Luther King Jr. Reading and Mystery Pictures activity to learn about the life of MLK. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 1/1/24 - 1/5/24
| Monday, January 1 | Tuesday, January 2 | Wednesday, January 3 | Thursday, January 4 | Friday, January 5 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | | | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe all aspects of the Age of Exploration. | |
Bellwork Question: | | | | Share with the class one fun thing you did over Winter Break, or an item you received. | |
Student Task(s): | NO SCHOOL WINTER BREAK! | NO SCHOOL WINTER BREAK! | CLASSES RESUME TODAY! NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Review European Explorers Scavenger Hunt. 3. Working independently, students will complete the “European Explorers Reflection”. Students should use their explorer task cards to help complete this assignment. Finish tomorrow if needed. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | | | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 12/11/23 - 12/15/23
| Monday, December 18 | Tuesday, December 19 | Wednesday, December 20 | Thursday, December 21 | Friday, December 22 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe two different holiday traditions. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe two different holiday traditions. | | | |
Bellwork Question: | What is your favorite holiday tradition and why? | What is your New Year’s Resolution and why? | | | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Any students who need to get caught up on missing work, will use today during Social Studies to do this. 3. Introduce History of the Candy Cane and History of the Christmas Tree. Students will work in partners and the groups will pick which topic they would like to learn about. They will read a reading passage about the topic and answer questions, complete a word search, and fill in and color a graphic organizer. Finish this tomorrow. | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Collect bellwork papers today. 2. Student partners will complete the History of the Candy Cane or History of the Christmas Tree (whichever they started yesterday). 3. Students can share what they learned about each topic. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | NO SCHOOL WINTER BREAK! | NO SCHOOL WINTER BREAK! |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 12/11/23 - 12/15/23
| Monday, December 11 | Tuesday, December 12 | Wednesday, December 13 | Thursday, December 14 | Friday, December 15 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the Age of Exploration. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the Age of Exploration. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the Age of Exploration. | |
Bellwork Question: | The Age of Exploration began under the leadership of which explorer? What country was he from? | What are the three main reasons why European explorers explored the New World?” | | List one fact you have learned so far from completing your European Explorers Scavenger Hunt. | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork papers. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Watch YouTube video to introduce European Explorers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8hDKU_bAec&t=1s 3. Project for students “Gold, God, or Glory”. Read this aloud with students as introduction to discussing the European explorers. 4. Students will work in partners to complete the European Explorers Scavenger Hunt. Students will find information around the classroom regarding 8 explorers from the Age of Exploration. They will fill in task cards with information they learn about the explorers. Finish tomorrow. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish European Explorers Scavenger Hunt that was started in class yesterday. 3. When completed, teacher and students will review information and students will add/edit any info missed on their task cards. Finish this tomorrow if needed. 4. Working independently, students will complete the “European Explorers Reflection”. Students should use their explorer task cards filled in during class yesterday and today. Finish tomorrow if needed. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep papers in blue folder. 2. Go over European Explorers Scavenger Hunts. Teacher and students will review information and students will add/edit any info missed on their task cards. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 12/4/23 - 12/8/23
| Monday, December 4 | Tuesday, December 5 | Wednesday, December 6 | Thursday, December 7 | Friday, December 8 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the Age of Exploration. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the Age of Exploration. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can complete the fifth grade Social Studies Iowa assessment. | |
Bellwork Question: | What was one of the effects of the Age of Exploration? | NO BELLWORK QUESTION TODAY | | NO BELLWORK QUESTION TODAY | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Teacher and students will review K-L Chart about the Age of Exploration. Make sure all K-L charts are turned in for a completion grade (8 pts.) 3. Students will begin the assignment called “Age of Exploration and Discovery Internet Scavenger Hunt.” Students will use a link from the Ducksters website posted on Google Classroom and will be reading to find answers and completing a worksheet about the Age of Exploration. Finish tomorrow. https://www.ducksters.com/history/renaissance/age_of_exploration_and_discovery.php | 1. 5th Grade Choir Rehearsal - students in band worked on in-class assignments when choir students rehearsed. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. NO BELLWORK due to Iowa testing 2. Students will complete the fifth grade Iowa assessment for Social Studies. 3. Finish “Age of Exploration and Discovery Internet Scavenger Hunt”. Turn in assignment for a grade. If not completed in class, students will complete this for homework. 4. If time remains, students can work on the code worksheet titled “The Age of Exploration.” | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | Finish “Age of Exploration and Discovery Internet Scavenger Hunt” if not completed in class - due Monday 12/11/23 | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 11/27/23 - 12/1/23
| Monday, November 27 | Tuesday, November 28 | Wednesday, November 29 | Thursday, November 30 | Friday, December 1 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the Age of Exploration. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the Age of Exploration. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the Age of Exploration. | |
Bellwork Question: | Name an explorer you have heard of and what you know about them. | Name one country involved in the Age of Exploration. | | List one factor that contributed to the Age of Exploration. | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Students will complete the K-L Chart, filling in the “K” column and the two boxes “What is the Age of Exploration?” and “What Countries Were Involved?” 3. Read Slides 1-11 of the Age of Exploration Google Slideshow. 4. After reading, fill in the “L” column of the K-L Chart and the two boxes “What is the Age of Exploration?” and “What Countries Were Involved?”. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Students will complete the K-L Chart, filling in the “K” column and the two boxes “What Factors Contributed to the Age of Exploration?” 3. Read Slides 12-32 of the Age of Exploration Google Slideshow. 4. After reading, fill in the “L” column of the K-L Chart and the two boxes “What Factors Contributed to the Age of Exploration?” | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Students will complete the K-L Chart, filling in the “K” column and the two boxes “What Are Some Effects of the Age of Exploration?” 3. Read Slides 33-50 of the Age of Exploration Google Slideshow. 4. After reading, fill in the “L” column of the K-L Chart and the two boxes “What Are Some Effects of the Age of Exploration?” | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 11/13/23 - 11/17/23
| Monday, November 20 | Tuesday, November 21 | Wednesday, November 22 | Thursday, November 23 | Friday, November 24 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the first Thanksgiving. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and describe the first Thanksgiving. | | | |
Bellwork Question: | What is your favorite Thanksgiving food? | How do you celebrate Thanksgiving? | | | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish Regions Pennant project if needed. 3. Watch video titled “17th Century English Village Virtual Field Trip” all about the first Thanksgiving. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trQPPEERPk0 | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Read the comprehension packet titled “Plymouth Colony” and together answer the questions that go along with it. | NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK | NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK | NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 11/13/23 - 11/17/23
| Monday, November 13 | Tuesday, November 14 | Wednesday, November 15 | Thursday, November 16 | Friday, November 17 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | |
Bellwork Question: | Name two states in the Northeast region. | NO BELLWORK ON DAY OF 50 STATES TEST | | What region are you picking for your pennant project? Why did you pick this region? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using Kahoot, teacher and students will play a review game to practice for the upcoming 50 States test. https://create.kahoot.it/details/05915ae2-12cf-4027-930b-62930ccc8c33 | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Students will take the 50 States test using Google Forms. 3. After completing the test if time permits, students will begin their Regions pennant project. Students will pick a USA region and fill information in on the pennant about their region. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Students will continue working on their Regions pennant. Finish Monday if needed. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Test date is 11/14/23 | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 11/6/23 - 11/10/23
| Monday, November 6 | Tuesday, November 7 | Wednesday, November 8 | Thursday, November 9 | Friday, November 10 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and understand the importance of Veterans Day. | |
: Bellwork Question: | Why do geographers disagree about how to divide the United States into regions? | | | What is a veteran? Do you personally know any veterans and if so, who are they? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Review for today’s Regions test using Blooket. 3. Complete U.S. Regions Google Form quiz. 4. If time remains, students can study for their upcoming 50 States test. | NO SCHOOL - COUNTY-WIDE TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Collect bellwork today. 2. SALUTE TO SOCIAL STUDIES DAY! 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Today, we will recognize Veterans Day. Watch video to introduce Veterans Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-qxrCRfcS4&t=55s 3. Teacher and students will read a passage learning about Veterans Day and will answer comprehension questions about it. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Test date is 11/14/23 | | | Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Test date is 11/14/23 | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 10/30/23 - 11/3/23
| Monday, October 30 | Tuesday, October 31 | Wednesday, November 1 | Thursday, November 2 | Friday, November 3 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | |
: Bellwork Question: | What region is Ohio part of? | What are things made by people, such as roads, towns, and bridges? | | What are the two reasons why geographers divide the United States into regions? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Pass out Regions Study Guide and highlight and make notes about important information. The test will be Wednesday, 11-8-23. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Add “US Regions” into Blooket favorites to study. 3. Using the U.S. Region digital worksheets from yesterday, students will complete one worksheet for each region labeling the states based on their locations on the map. Submit for a grade. (10 pts - 2 pts per page completion). 4. View YouTube video about the U.S. Regions | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Using the U.S. Region digital worksheets from yesterday, students will complete one worksheet for each region labeling the states based on their locations on the map. Submit for a grade. (10 pts - 2 pts per page completion). 3. Working together, read U.S. Regions worksheets digital portion. Teacher and class will read about features about each region. Worksheets will be posted in Google Classroom. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | U.S. Regions test on Monday 11-6-23 Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Tentative test date is 11/14/23 | NO HOMEWORK HAPPY HALLOWEEN! | | U.S. Regions test on Monday 11-6-23 Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Tentative test date is 11/14/23 | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 10/23/23 - 10/27/23
| Monday, October 23 | Tuesday, October 24 | Wednesday, October 25 | Thursday, October 26 | Friday, October 27 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | |
: Bellwork Question: | Name a U.S. region you would like to visit and why. | Important places or objects within a region are called? Name one of these located in the United States. | | What is the type of weather an area has over a long period of time called? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Check 50 States colored map for a completion grade. (5 pts.) 2. Working together, the teacher and students will complete slides 1-8 of the U.S. Regions Google Slideshow. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Working together, the teacher and students will complete slides 9-16 of the U.S. Regions Google Slideshow. Students should submit when completed. Check for a completion grade. (23 pts.) | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Collect bellwork paper today. 2. Finish any parts of the region slideshow not yet completed if needed. 3. If time permits, pass out Regions Study Guide and highlight and make notes about important information. The test will be Thursday 11-2-23. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Tentative test date is 11/14/23 | Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Tentative test date is 11/14/23 | | U.S. Regions test on Thursday 11-2-23 - use U.S. Regions study guide Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Tentative test date is 11/14/23 | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 10/16/23 - 10/20/23
| Monday, October 16 | Tuesday, October 17 | Wednesday, October 18 | Thursday, October 19 | Friday, October 20 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. 3. I can identify and describe the five regions of the United States. | |
Item(s) Due Today: Bellwork Question: | Name another state in the Northeast region and another state in the Southern region. | Name one state in the Southwest region and one state in the Western region. | | Name two states in the Midwest region, not including Ohio. | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Complete the Google Slideshow labeling the NE and Southern region states. 3. Color in the states of the Southwest Region orange and the states of the Western region red. This should stay in students’ blue folder. 4. Complete the Google Slideshow labeling the SW and Western region states. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Working together, color in the states of the Midwest region green. This map should stay in students’ blue folder. 3. If time permits, Practice for the 50 states test using the Seterra website. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Complete the Google Slideshow labeling the Midwest region. 3. Using Epic! Reading, the teacher will show the students the video titled “50 States and Capitals for Children.” | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Tentative test date is 11/14/23 | Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Tentative test date is 11/14/23 | | Continue studying the 50 states using map and Seterra website. https://www.geoguessr.com/seterra/en/vgp/3003 Tentative test date is 11/14/23 | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 10/9/23 - 10/13/23
| Monday, October 9 | Tuesday, October 10 | Wednesday, October 11 | Thursday, October 12 | Friday, October 13 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can determine locations on a map using latitude and longitude coordinates and cardinal and intermediate directions. 3. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 50 states of the USA. | |
Item(s) Due Today: Bellwork Question: | Using intermediate directions, which hemisphere is Asia located in? | How many different states have you traveled to and what states were they? | | Name one state in the Northeast region and one state in the Southern region. | |
Student Task(s): | 1.Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Working independently, students will complete/finish the worksheet titled “Locate the Loot”. Turn in for a grade when complete. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Watch the YouTube video titled “Tour the States”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E2CNZIlVIg 3. Pass out the map of the United States. Display blank map under the Hovercam. Working together, color in the states of the Northeast Region yellow and the states of the Southern region blue. This should stay in students’ blue folder. 4. Complete the Google Slideshow labeling the NE and Southern region states. 5. Introduce students to Seterra website to practice locations of 50 states posted on Google Classroom. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question. Collect bellwork papers today. 2. Finish any labeling or completing of the NE and Southern regions if not completed yesterday in class. | NO SCHOOL - NEOEA DAY |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 10/2/23 - 10/6/23
| Monday, October 2 | Tuesday, October 3 | Wednesday, October 4 | Thursday, October 5 | Friday, October 6 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can determine locations on a map using latitude and longitude coordinates and cardinal and intermediate directions. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can determine locations on a map using latitude and longitude coordinates and cardinal and intermediate directions. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can determine locations on a map using latitude and longitude coordinates and cardinal and intermediate directions. | |
Item(s) Due Today: Bellwork Question: | What imaginary line creates the Eastern and Western Hemispheres on the Earth? | Using intermediate directions, which hemisphere is North America located in? | | Using intermediate directions, which hemisphere is Australia located in? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Working together, finish Equator, Prime Meridian, and Hemispheres Google Slideshow. Submit when complete. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Teacher will model how to determine locations in a map using latitude and longitude. After reviewing, students will pair up to complete the worksheet titled “Latitude and Longitude”. Review answers when completed. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Review cardinal and intermediate directions with students, as well as determining locations using latitude and longitude coordinates. 3. Working independently, students will complete the worksheet titled “Locate the Loot”. Turn in for a grade when complete. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 9/25/23 - 9/29/23
| Monday, September 25 | Tuesday, September 26 | Wednesday, September 27 | Thursday, September 28 | Friday, September 29 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 7 continents and 5 oceans. 3. I can read and understand a map. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 7 continents and 5 oceans. 3. I can read and understand a map. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 7 continents and 5 oceans. 3. I can read and understand a map. 4. I can determine locations based on latitude and longitude coordinates. | |
Item(s) Due Today: Bellwork Question: | Name the five oceans. | What is the largest continent? What is the smallest continent? | | What is the largest ocean? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Working together, teacher and students will complete the Map Skills Google Slideshow. Finish tomorrow if needed. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish the Map Skills Google Slideshow if needed. 3. Working together, teacher and students will complete the Equator, Prime Meridian, and Hemispheres Google Slideshow. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and collect bellwork today. 2. Give students a few minutes to practice for their Continents and Oceans quiz (use map or https://www.sheppardsoftware.com/World_Continents.htm ) 3. Students will complete the Continents and Oceans quiz. 4. Begin the Equator, Prime Meridian, and Hemispheres Google Slideshow. Finish Monday. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Continents and Oceans Map Quiz on THURSDAY, 9/28/23. | Continents and Oceans Map Quiz on THURSDAY, 9/28/23. | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 9/18/22 - 9/22/23
| Monday, September 18 | Tuesday, September 19 | Wednesday, September 20 | Thursday, September 21 | Friday, September 22 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 7 continents and 5 oceans. 3. I can learn about and understand the importance of Constitution Day. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 7 continents and 5 oceans. 3. I can read and understand a map. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 7 continents and 5 oceans. 3. I can read and understand a map. | |
Item(s) Due Today: Bellwork Question: | What four things should you look at to understand a map? | What is the most important longitude line? What is the most important latitude line? | | Name the seven continents. | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Pass out new bellwork paper. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Watch the YouTube video titled “The Constitution for Kids” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsTB7gSfDPI 3. Complete the Constitution Day reading passage and comprehension questions. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Play Quizlet Live to review for today’s Geography vocabulary quiz. https://quizlet.com/243573623/geography-vocabulary-jarrett-ch-2-flash-cards/ 3. Using Google Forms, complete the Geography vocabulary quiz. 4. Begin the Continents and Oceans Google Slideshow if time permits. | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish the “Continents and Oceans” Google Slideshow. Teacher and students will collaborate to complete this activity. 3. Begin reviewing Continents and Oceans labeled map. The quiz will be on THURSDAY, 9/28/23. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | Study Geography vocabulary words using worksheet or Quizlet - open-note quiz will be TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19. | None | | Continents and Oceans Map Quiz on THURSDAY, 9/28/23. | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 9/11/23 - 9/15/23
| Monday, September 11 | Tuesday, September 12 | Wednesday, September 13 | Thursday, September 14 | Friday, September 15 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn about and understand the significance of Patriot Day. | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 7 continents and 5 oceans. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can learn the locations of the 7 continents and 5 oceans. | |
Item(s) Due Today: Bellwork Question: | Why do we recognize Patriot Day (September 11)? | List the names of any of the continents and oceans that you know. | | What is the name of the map that shows the physical features of a region? | |
Student Task(s): | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. The teacher will lead students in completing a Nearpod lesson learning about and understanding Patriot Day. | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish yesterday’s Nearpod lesson. 3. Introduce 16 Geography vocabulary words - teacher will display vocab words and definitions and students will copy onto their worksheet. 4. Introduce Quizlet for vocabulary words - open note quiz on these words will be Thursday, 9/22/22. https://quizlet.com/243573623/geography-vocabulary-jarrett-ch-2-flash-cards/ | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Finish going over 16 Geography vocabulary words and show Quizlet on where to study. 3. Watch YouTube “Continents and Oceans BrainPop Jr.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YN1w9ed3TEw 4. Pass out and fill in the worksheet titled “Continents and Oceans” 5. Watch YouTube video on how to remember the seven continents | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | None | Study Geography vocabulary words using worksheet or Quizlet - open-note quiz will be TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19. | | Study Geography vocabulary words using worksheet or Quizlet - open-note quiz will be TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19. | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies
Monda |
Week of:: 9/5/22 - 9/9/22
| Monday, September 4 | Tuesday, September 5 | Wednesday, September 6 | Thursday, September 7 | Friday, September 8 |
Daily “I Can” Statement: | NO SCHOOL - LABOR DAY | 1. I can learn procedures for Social Studies class. | | 1. I can complete the bellwork question. 2. I can complete the All About Me Geography Edition activity. | |
Item(s) Due Today: Bellwork Question: | | None | | What is your favorite thing you have ever learned in Social Studies? | |
Student Task(s): | | 1. Introduce classroom procedures and expectations. 2. Label supplies. 3. Introduce concepts taught in Social Studies for fifth grade (Geography, Explorers, Native Americans, Government, Economics). | NO CLASS ON WEDNESDAYS | 1. Teach procedures for bellwork completion. Students will complete the bellwork question and keep paper in blue folder. 2. Join Google Classroom. 2. Begin All About Me Geography Edition activity. | NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS |
Homework / For Next Time: | | None | | None | |
Weekly Notes / Announcements: | Bring your charged Chromebook to school every day! Pay any school fees you have! | ||||
Week at a Glance: Mrs. Stolecki - Social Studies