4/30

7th Science - Watched a video about NASA's shuttle program in preparation for our trip to space camp.

8th Science - Final time to take the last periodic table test will be next Wednesday (5/7).

4/29

7th Science - We dissected worms today and took a quiz over the internal structure of the worms.

8th Science - We concluded our study of the rock cycle and different types of rocks. Students should submit sample questions for next week's final test using this form: http://goo.gl/MGFSvW

7th Religion - Students chose an epistle/letter from the New Testament. Students have access to the documents, and can use this link: https://drive.google.com/a/stjls.org/folderview?id=0B8f1bgadGaoESDZfeHlralFGTTg&usp=sharing

World Religions - We discussed some basics of other religions such as Christian Science, Mormons, Scientology, Baha'i, Atheism, and others. Here is some of the information we discussed.

4/28

7th Science - We dissected worms today and took a quiz over the internal structure of the worms.

8th Science - We concluded our study of the rock cycle and different types of rocks. Students should submit sample questions for next week's final test using this form: http://goo.gl/MGFSvW

7th Religion - Students chose an epistle/letter from the New Testament on which to do a project. For tomorrow, students should actively read their book(s). Here are the assignments:

Romans - Blake
1 Corinthians - Atlin
2 Corinthians - Ethan
Galatians - Ryan
Ephesians - Payton
Philippians - Evan
1/2 Timothy, Titus - Jessica
Hebrews - Sam
James - Kayla
1/2 Peter - Luke

Romans - Sarah
1 Corinthians - Josh
2 Corinthians - Julia
Galatians - Clay
Ephesians - James
Philippians - Lukas
Colossians - Anna
1 Thessalonians - Brooke
1/2 Timothy, Titus - Zach
Hebrews - Brennan
James - Jason
1/2/3 John - Lilly

Memory Final - 4th Quarter

Hebrews 1:1-2
1 In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe.

1 Samuel 16:7
But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”

Matthew 22:36-40
36 “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?”
37 Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ 38 This is the first and greatest commandment. 39 And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ 40 All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”

Joel 2:28-29
28 “And afterward,
    I will pour out my Spirit on all people.
Your sons and daughters will prophesy,
    your old men will dream dreams,
    your young men will see visions.
29 Even on my servants, both men and women,
    I will pour out my Spirit in those days.

Acts 2:18-21
18 Even on my servants, both men and women,
    I will pour out my Spirit in those days,
    and they will prophesy.
19 I will show wonders in the heavens above
    and signs on the earth below,
    blood and fire and billows of smoke.
20 The sun will be turned to darkness
    and the moon to blood
    before the coming of the great and glorious day of the Lord.
21 And everyone who calls
    on the name of the Lord will be saved.’

Acts 4:12
12 Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.”

Matthew 26:26-28
26 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.”
27 Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. 28 This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.

Psalm 22:1
 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
Why are you so far from saving me,
so far from my cries of anguish?

Revelation 2:10
10b Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor’s crown.

Matthew 28:18-20
18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 5:23-24
23 May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 24 The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it.

4/25

7th Science - We looked at the differences between animals and other living organisms - plants, fungi, protists, and bacteria. We will begin dissections next week.

8th Science - We finished the Grand Canyon video from Wednesday and looked over some more information about igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

7th Religion - Quiz over Matthew 28. Memory check for 4th quarter filled out for portfolio. New memory for Monday: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 & 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24

World Religions - Field trip to the Hindu temple

4/24

7th Science - We looked at the differences between animals and other living organisms - plants, fungi, protists, and bacteria. We will begin dissections next week.

8th Science - We finished the Grand Canyon video from Wednesday and looked over some more information about igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

7th Religion - Discussion questions over Matthew 28 today, quiz tomorrow.

4/23

7th Science - We watched a documentary about the Apollo missions to the moon in preparation for our trip to Space Camp.

8th Science - We began watching a Christian response to the "millions of years" model of the Grand Canyon in preparation for the 8th grade class trip.

4/22

7th Science - We spent some time identifying birds outside our school today, and reflecting on how we would be able to identify these birds in the future.

8th Science - Students worked on completing a worksheet on rocks and the rock cycle in class. Homework for Thursday (4/24) will be answer the question, "According to the information on the website www.epa.gov/acidrain, how is acid rain formed?"

7th Religion - Discussion Questions over Matthew 28 are due Thursday (4/24)

1. One of the first things Jesus said to his disciples after He rose from the dead was, “Do not be afraid.”  Why do you think Jesus said this?  What would the disciples be afraid of?  What should they do instead of being afraid?
2. The Pharisees circulated a story about Jesus being stolen instead of rising from the dead.  Some people today believe this is really what happened.  What if the story was true?  What would you do if Jesus didn’t really rise from the dead on Easter?
3. The Great Commission at the end of Matthew says we should make disciples and teach people what Jesus taught.  How do you think we are doing, as a church, at teaching and making disciples?  How are you doing personally at teaching and making disciples?

World Religions - We learned a little more about Hinduism to prepare for our trip to the Hindu temple on Friday.

4/18

7th Science - We spend some time looking at the characteristics of fungi and started a lab using mushrooms. This will be completed next week. We were also able to identify some fungi and lichens by walking around our campus.

7th Religion - For Good Friday, we listened to Carman's "Champion"

4/17

7th Science - We spend some time looking at the characteristics of fungi and started a lab using mushrooms. This will be completed next week.

8th Science - Students worked on completing a worksheet on rocks and the rock cycle in class. Homework for Thursday (4/24) will be answer the question, "According to the information on the website www.epa.gov/acidrain, how is acid rain formed?"

7th Religion - Discussion Questions over Matthew 27 were due today. A quiz is scheduled for tomorrow.

4/16

7th Science - We are learning more about the space program and how the US got people to the moon.

8th Science - We did a virtual engineering activity today in class.

4/15

7th Science - Work time for our map of animal species on campus.

8th Science - Wrapping up our work on waves in class.

7th Religion - Questions over Matthew 27 due Thursday (5/17)

1. What part of the last week of Jesus' life stands out most to you?  Why?  Palm Sunday, Last Supper, Gethsemane, Jesus on Trial, The Crucifixion, Resurrection, something else...

2. How do you think the story of Barabbas ends?  Does Barabbas change his ways because of his release, or continue to do the things that got him in prison?  Why do you think this?

3. How will you celebrate this Holy Week - how do you praise God while remembering the suffering Jesus went through?



World Religions - We watched a couple videos today - one about Hinduism and one about Buddhism.

4/14

7th Science - Work time for our map of plant species on campus.

8th Science - Wrapping up our work on waves in class.

7th Religion - Pretest over Matthew 27

4/11

7th Science - Students are working on moving their species information from the Google docs to the Map for others to see.

8th Science - Students used a couple activities to replicate waves and notice patterns. Signal #2 should be completed for Tuesday - 2769698652137878527

7th Religion - Quiz over Matthew 25 & 26. New memory for Monday: Psalm 22:1 & Revelation 2:10b

World Religions - Skype call with Mohammad who talk about Islam with our class.

4/10

7th Science - Students are working on moving their species information from the Google docs to the Map for others to see.

8th Science - Students used a couple activities to replicate waves and notice patterns.

7th Religion - Matthew 25 & 26 discussion questions were due today. Quiz tomorrow.

4/8

7th Science - SAT Testing today. We also worked on our campus animals document in the time left after testing.

8th Science - SAT Testing today. We also continued our discussion of analog and digital signals using the wave spectrum.

7th Religion - Discussion questions over Matthew 25 & 26 are due Thursday (4/10).

Matthew 25 & 26

1. What things should we always be prepared for?  What things do you not feel prepared for and how can you get more prepared?
2. In the Parable of the Talents, the master gave his servants resources to invest and multiply on behalf of the master.  What resources has God specifically blessed you with which you can invest and multiply on His behalf?
3. Who are the people that are hardest for you to love, the people that require the most extra effort to care about?  How can you be a blessing to those people as well as the people who are easier to love and care for?

World Religions - We began learning about some of the Eastern religions and watched these two videos about Confucianism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nn7grjTpcNA&list=PL401ABD1974FA128C

and Daoism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOaw3iqfTJM&list=PL401ABD1974FA128C

4/7

7th Science - SAT Testing today. We also did a walk around campus (indoors because of the rain) with Mr. Wheeler who was able to identify many of the plant species on our campus with us.

8th Science - SAT Testing today. We also continued our discussion of analog and digital signals using the wave spectrum.

7th Religion - Pretest over Matthew 25 & 26, and we ready through Matthew 25 in class.

4/4

7th Science - Continued to label the different animal groups on campus and find information about the plants. A special guest came in to speak about bird identification, so we thank Ms. Hays for her help today! We will start including these organisms on a map, soon.

8th Science - Shared our wave testing and graphs with the class, and continued learning about different qualities of waves, including the difference between analog and digital waves.

7th Religion - Quiz over Matthew 23 & 24. New memory work for Monday (4/7):
Acts 4:12 & Matthew 26:26-28

World Religions - We discussed our trip to the mosque, and students responded to the following questions:
1. What if a Muslim child decided to go to our school; what are some reasons the child should come?
2. What are some reasons that the child should not come to our school?
3. Finally, what would your recommendation be? Why?

4/3

7th Science - Continued to label the different plant groups on campus and find information about the plants. We will start including these organisms on a map, soon.

8th Science - Shared our wave testing and graphs with the class, and continued learning about different qualities of waves, including the difference between analog and digital waves.

7th Religion - Discussion questions over Matthew 23 & 24. Quiz tomorrow. We also filled in names for the SAT testing answers document.

4/2

7th Science - Practice test for the SAT testing next week

8th Science - Periodic Table Test #6

4/1

7th Science - We continued to identify and organize the animal species on our campus. We especially were identifying the following qualities of our plants:

• Common name of the animal
• Scientific name of the animal
• Location of the animal or evidence for the animal on our campus
• Food that this animal eats
• Images of the animal or evidence
• Any specific information for the animal (bird songs, age of pets, etc.)

8th Science - Students were using our Vernier sound probes to measure sound, and then we set up an experiment to test the sound going through different mediums.

7th Religion - Discussion questions over Matthew 23 & 24 due Thursday (4/3)

Matthew 23 & 24

1. In Matthew 23 Jesus is very harsh with the Pharisees, calling them hypocrites for making laws they wanted other people to follow but did not follow themselves.  How do you react to someone who is acting like a hypocrite, telling people to do one thing while choosing to do the opposite, themselves?
2. When thinking about the end of the world, some people are excited to see Jesus come in His glory while others are more fearful as they think about many scary events happening then.  Do you look forward to Jesus coming while you are still alive, or would you rather he come after you have died? Why?
3. What is something you would like to do or accomplish before Jesus comes back at the end of the world?

World Religions - Trip to the Muslim place of worship in Manchester