May 31, 2010
Memorial Day 2010
Memorial Day, holiday in the United States observed in late May. Previously designated Decoration Day, it was inaugurated in 1868 by Gen. John A. Logan for the purpose of decorating the graves of Civil War veterans and has since become a day on which all war dead are commemorated.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
John McCrae, 1915.
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
For more information on Memorial Day,check out: Memorial Day - The History Channel
- Ms. BlackMay 11, 2010
Progress Reports were given out on Monday May 10; they need to be returned by Thursday May 13, 2010.
There is no school on Friday May 14, 2010
CASTLE LEARNING - All students need to focus on completing their assignments. These are a part of your Trimester III grade
7th Grade
Please continue to read chapter 10
Tuesday there will be a quiz on Chap 10 sections 1 and 2
Monday - Vocabulary
Tuesday - Page 327 2-5
Wednesday - Map Skills Project
Thursday - DBQ - this is due on Tuesday
S.S. Computer Lab - Students need to work on their National Park Service Power Point. This is due June 1, 2010.
8th Grade
There will be a test on Tuesday on chapter 26. Students are allowed to use their foldables during the test.
Monday - worksheet
Tuesday - 8-205 - 776 2-6
8-206 - rewrite your essay
Wednesday - 8-205 - rewrite your essay
8-206 - page 776 2-6
Thursday - DBQ #9 - Due on Tuesday
April 13, 2010
Social Studies HW Week of 4/12/10
7th Grade
Continue to read Chapter 9
Quiz on Friday - Chapter 9 section 2
This week you have to complete your Easter Vacation Project it is due on Wednesday.
Please bring in pencils and crayons on Wednesday and Thursday
Monday - Complete S.S. Computer Lab, Project
Tuesday - Project
Wednesday - Map Project
Thursday - Study
8th Grade
Continue to read Chapter 24
Presentation for the Jazz Age Power Points will be on Thursday and Friday
This week you have to complete your Easter Vacation Project it is due on Wednesday.
The packet you received on Monday is due on Thursday
There will be a Chapter test on Chapter 24 on Tuesday 4/20
April 2, 2010
reminders and announcements .....
Castle Learning
There are new assignments on Castle Learning, please make sure you are keeping up with the work. These assignments are important when preparing for chapter tests and the NYS Exams.
Vacation Projects
Both the 7th and 8th grade have received work to do over the vacation. Make sure that your projects are done well. It is important that you create a presentation that you are proud of. They are due on April 14, 2010.
Last Days of Jesus
On Wednesday the 8th grade performed the "Last Days of Jesus". The students did an admirable job and created a feeling of prayerful reverence in the auditorium.
Thank you for all of your hard work.
Trimester III
As we begin Trimester III, it is important that we continue to work at the highest levels. There are three months left of the school year and everyone has the ability to make a positive impact on their grades.
Albert Einstein
March 29, 2010
Announcements
Confirmation information:
*The following is past due for Confirmation: (not having these in on time puts your child in jeopardy of making Confirmation). Confirmation is on April 24, 2010 at 5pm.
-Saint Essay
-Service Essay
-Service Form
-Sponsor Form
-Confirmation fee
Passion Play-Wednesday March 31, 2010
All students need to be wearing khaki/tan pants, black dress shoes, and white button down shirt.
Cell Phone Policy
Please review the school's cell phone policy with your child. We sent a letter out on January 25, 2010 with the progress reports for Trimester II.
Graduation Events
Past Due: $15 deposit - all students needed to bring this in 2 weeks ago
NYS Exam Schedule
ELA - April 26 and 27
Math - May 6 and 7
Science - May 27 and June 7
Social Studies - June 14 and 15
Week of March 29, 2010 - Social Studies Homework
7th Grade
Remember to continue reading Chapter 9. Bring your textbook home to assist with your project.
Lewis and Clark - Project due April 14, 2010
Students received the directions for their April Project. It is important that you complete the assignment and create a finished project that you are proud of.
Monday - Complete any outstanding Castle Learning assignments
Tuesday - Work on your project.
8th Grade
Remember to continue reading Chapter 24. Bring your textbook home to assist with your project
The Great Depression/WWII - Project due April 14, 2010
Students received the directions for their April Project. It is important that you complete the assignment and create a finished project that you are proud of.
Monday - Complete any outstanding Castle Learning assignments
Tuesday - Work on your project.
March 22, 2010
The "Final Days of Jesus" - Presented by the Class of 2010
On March 31, 2010 the 8th grade will be presenting the "Final Days of Jesus". The show will be in the morning since we have a half day.
Easter Vacation is on April 1 - 11, 2010, we return to school on APril 12, 2010.
Cast Note
All cast members are to wear the following: Khaki/tan pants, white buttoned shirt,black shoes.