• Algebra 2: This week we are going to finish with factoring polynomials. This is a continuation after adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing polynomials. Students will use their background knowledge to factor these polynomials and find how they can be broken down. 
• Geometry: This week’s focus is on trigonometric ratios. We will be using our information about tangent but expanding to include sine and cosine. They will evaluate side lengths and angles based on these trigonometric ratios. 
• 8th Grade: This week we will be working on systems of equations and interpreting different types of equations and inequalities. Students will choose between 2 lessons to complete for the week. They will decide to focus on either the quadratic formula or simplifying radicals. 
• 7th Grade: This week we will continue our unit on Imagine Math. Students will be completing individualized lessons on proportions. They will be exploring different aspects of proportions with graphs, tables, and equations. 
• 6th Grade: This week we will continue our unit on Imagine Math. Students will be completing individualized lessons on area with parallelograms or continuing to discuss customary units. They will complete a pre-quiz, warm up game, guided practice, and a post quiz. 

• English 6: Students will be working on a 3-part final exam this week to show evidence of their learning this year. There are 8 choices from which students can choose, and one required element. When students are finished with all three components, they may turn in their work. I will have a last live class to play a game and share our favorite memories of the year. (Click for overview)
• English 7: Students will be working on a 3-part final exam this week. There are 8 choices from which students can choose, and one required element. When students are finished with all three components, they may turn in their work. (Click for overview)
• Literature 7: Students will be working on a 3-part final exam this week. There are 9 choices from which students can choose to show evidence of their learning this year. When students are finished with all three components, they may turn in their work. I will have a last live class to play a game and share our favorite memories of the year. (Click for overview)

• 6th Grade Language Arts: (Click for week guide)
• 8th Grade Language Arts: (Click for week guide)

• 6th Grade: 6th Gr. Social Studies – World Cultures: Ancient Latin America – This week our 6th Graders will focus on the ancient Inca’s and the land of South America. The Inca Empire was in the beautiful Andes Mountains on the west coast of South America. They conquered and controlled the land from Ecuador in the North down to the southern tip of modern day Chile. They were great craftsmen and stone masons. Their capital of Cuzco is still present in Peru today. The Inca were very powerful and controlled life in their empire by education and a powerful network of government and communication.
• 7th Grade: 7th Gr. Social Studies – American History: This week 7th Graders will focus on the Twentieth end of Century. America went through triumphs and tragedies during this time. The 1970’s were marred by the Watergate Scandal. This resulted in the resignation of President Richard Nixon. Jimmy Carter became president. He was soon caught up in the Middle East Hostage Crisis which lasted for 444 days.  Rachel Carson wrote a ground breaking book on the environment called Silent Spring. This launched the environmental movement and the 1st Earth Day. Ronald Reagan became President and reestablished America’s military and economic stability and growth. 
• 8th Grade: World Geography: Sub-Sahara Africa Part II / JA finance Park Work Book. This week our 8th Graders will be focused on the Chapter 14 Review. Students will study the factors that helped shape Sub – Sahara African History, Culture and Geography. Sub-Sahara Africa is working on improving everyday life for its people. Each country has specific human and natural resources. The causes of conflict are complicated and difficult to solve. These countries have made tremendous strides in Government policies and produced some of the greatest leaders in History like Nelson Mandela. Mandela survived decades in prison to become the leader of South Africa. He ended segregation and discrimination policies under Apartheid and uplifted Native Africans to leadership roles. 

• 6th Grade: This week we are continuing with our Sound, Waves, and Light unit. Last week we learned about light and color and this week we are moving onto Sound and Waves. You will have notes on sound to listen to, an EdPuzzle on waves to watch, and a lab using a simulation from PHET to complete.
• 7th grade: This is our final week on the Human Body Systems. This week we are learning about the Nervous System. Similar to the weeks before, you will have notes to listen to and a station lab to complete. Also, your human body systems project will be due on Friday.
• 8th grade: This week we will be focusing on Dimensional Analysis.This is an important skill that you will need in high school. You will have notes to listen to and an IXL to complete.

• 6A Religion: Chapter 14 - Jesus Heals. Students will reflect on accounts of Jesus' spiritual and physical healing and how those accounts relate to their own lives. They will also consider ways to bring Christ's healing to others. Wednesday will be our last Live Class and a time to celebrate all that we have learned in Religion.
• 6 Religion-Olson: Chapter 13 - “Jesus Teaches” Positivity Project – Outro Week. This week our 6th Graders will concentrate on the Teachings of Jesus. He came to restore his Father’s Kingdom and show the way by his actions and words. The early years of Jesus life are called the Hidden Years of his life. During this time he was the son of Mary and Joseph. He learned to be a carpenter and grow up in the small town of Nazareth. When he met John the Baptist he allowed John to baptize him. This signaled the beginning of his public life. He taught others using parables and challenged the Pharisee’s by healing a man on the Sabbath. He taught that to follow the path to the kingdom of God is a narrow road. He showed a tender heart of mercy and kindness toward the poor and downtrodden. 
• 7A Religion: We complete our study of the Eucharist with a focus on the liturgy of the word. We will be completing a Quizizz activity as we look at the Eucharist. Students will also reflect on what they have learned with the positivity project and the different character traits.
• 7B Religion: Chapter 30 - “Liturgy of the Word” Positivity Project – Outro Week This week our 7th Graders Jesus as the Word of God. Jesus was the Alpha and Omega, one of the three divine persons in One God. He came down from Heaven and is alive in the Liturgy of the Word. In Mass we listen to the Gospel which means “Good News”. Jesus brought the Good News on how to live the way God wanted. This was difficult for those in power and those blinded by the ways of darkness. Jesus was the Bread of life. His words feed our Soul and bring it to the surface. Those who listen to the word and follow it make a choice to lay down their old life and follow a new way of life in the Sunlight of Truth and Love.
• 8 Religion: During this last week of school our focus will be on graduation and reflection on their time here at St. Michael's. We will have our last Live Class on Wednesday and celebrate all their accomplishments and reminisce of favorite memories of St. Michael's.

• Grades 6-7: This week, students in grades 6-7 should finalize their Heart artwork and submit it to Google Classroom by Friday, May 22. If you are having trouble submitting work to Google Classroom, you (or a parent) can send it as an attachment to an email. I look forward to seeing and creating a display with the hearts. 
• Grade 8: This week, students in 8th grade should finalize their Heart typography artwork and submit it to Google Classroom by Friday, May 22. If you are having trouble submitting work to one of those sites, you can send it as an attachment to an email.   

• GRADES 6-7: We wrap up our study of Music Appreciation with a fun composition lesson. Students will compose their own music mix using an web version of Incredibox. They'll be working with back tracks that combine the different genres of music like jazz, hip hop radiant pop, dance-floor vibes, samba rhythms, trap wave , and more. Students will submit their mixes through the Incredibox program into their music google classroom 
• GRADE 8: We complete our study of the History of Rock and Roll by completing a two week research project. After choosing a decade between 1980-Present, students will be putting together a presentation due May 22.

• 6th & 7th grade: Yard Games Galore!! It's supposed to be a beautiful week, so let's end the year off with some outdoor fun!! Details to come in google classroom! 
• 8th grade: Optional assignment this week, I still encourage you to be active, get outside and try some yard games, but no required assignment for you guys this week - more details to come in google classroom! 

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