Friday Class

Today in science class we wrapped up the Rainforest Researchers computer simulation.
Have a fantastic break everyone! Be Safe!

Tuesday Class

Today in science we had our Great lakes ecology test retake. Students who decided they didn't need a retake had a chance to watch a movie on rainforest ecology. The learning target was for students to identify and explain three relationship examples between plants and animals.

Tuesday Class

Today we will be offering retakes for the Unit Test and Quizzes.

We invite anyone who would like to use the audio files of the test.  There are two parts.

Great Lakes Ecology Part One

Great Lakes Ecology Part Two

Monday Class

First of all, Mr. Wandel's class completed a web quest today. See the previous blog posting for more information. Mr. Malefyt's class continued working on the Rainforest Researchers simulation.

Tomorrow we will have the Great Lakes Ecology Test Retake. Click here for details on test retakes.
We will also offer quiz retakes tomorrow as well.

Rainforest Web Quest for Mr. Wandel's Monday Class

Learning Target:  I can describe the Rainforest Ecosystem and give examples of biotic factors that dwell in this biome. 

Complete the Rainforest Webquest

1.  Read the Main Page of the Webquest that explains background information about the rainforest ecosystem.  This page also shows examples of the artist Henri Rousseau.  Rousseau is known for a unique style of nature art.

2.  Research different components of the ecosystem.  You may use the links provided or conduct your own research.

The Rainforest Biome is a great resource if you need a more expansive link.

3.   Create your own drawing in the style of Henri Rousseau.  You may use colored pencils and crayons from the bins.  You may also use pencil or pen to create a sketch.   Feel free to display your work in the hallway on the bulletin boards!

4.  If you finish early explore the links about rainforests or prepare for the TEST RETAKE on Tuesday.

Friday Class

Today in science we continued our Rainforest Researchers simulation.

We also handed back the Great Lakes Ecology Tests. The retake date will be next TUESDAY. You can access all retake information on our resource page.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Thursday Class

Today in science we started a computer simulation called Rainforest Researchers. This is a in class activity only and is not available online.
Tomorrow we hope to get the tests back to the students!

Wednesday Class

Today in science we took our Great Lakes Ecology Test. Students should get this back on Friday of this week. A retake date will be announced at that time.

Tomorrow we begin a computer simulation program called rainforest researchers!

Test Audio Files

To be used only by students in Mr. Montgomery's Class During 3rd and 4th Hour today....If that isn't you don't click on the links!!!!

Part One

Part Two

Monday Class

Today in science we began a time of structured choice in preparation for the Great Lakes Ecology Test that will be given this week Wednesday. The resource page for these activities can be found by clicking here!

Friday Class

Today in class we finished our flow charts that we created yesterday, contributed to our on line discussion groups on google groups, and completed a final reading activity on Lake Erie. Once again, sorry that these reading activities are not available online :(

Have a great weekend everyone!

Thursday Class

Today in science we continued our look at water pollution in the Great Lakes by using Lake Erie as an example. We did three things:
1. Watched a short movie on the Lake Macatawa watershed. How we impact the water quality here in Holland!
2. Did part "b" of our Lake Erie reading activity. This includes making a Flow Chart. Please click here to access a flow chart making program.
3. Students completed a online discussion using google groups to discuss if Lake Erie was dead or not.

Wednesday Class

Today in science we started a look at pollution in the Great Lakes Region. To help us with this, we are looking at Lake Erie. Today we did a reading activity with group discussion on the problems that Lake Erie faced in the 1960's.

Unfortunately, this activity is not available online. Hopefully we can get it online in the next two days.