E-textbook Log Ins

One of the cool aspects regarding the textbook that we use at school is that every student has access to an electronic textbook. There's no more need to check out a book from the library. Every student will have written down their user name and password on the class syllabus that is in their binder.

Students are to use the e-textbook if they are absent and missed any reading. If they wish to review before a test, there are sample chapter questions to help remind you what we learned. There are handouts and other web links for those that want more of a challenge.

~ ~ If you lose you log in or password, simply join this blogging page (become a follower) so that you may post a comment. That comment will ring to my phone and then I will be able to quickly answer you.

Challenges are good!

Graphing The Unknown

Today we graphed the data of three unknowns that were in boxes there were wrapped in red paper. We recorded temperature measurements every ten minutes for a period of fifty minutes. After we graphed the data, it was time to discuss why they thought the items in Box 1, Box 2 and Box 3 responded the way that they did.

In the end, I unwrapped the boxes to reveal..... Hostess Ding Dongs! Box 1 was stored at room temperature for a period of 24 hours prior to class; Box 2 was stored in the refrigerator for a period of 24 hours prior to class; and Box 3 was stored in the freezer for a period of 24 hours prior to use in class.

Needless to say, the kids were able to describe very well why we had a constant temperature with one box and why the other two had such different slopes.

Some students helped me to "properly dispose" the lab supplies. ;)

Vampire Device

No, I am not kidding. There actually is something called a "vampire device". It is those appliances that still use energy even when not turned on. For example, your cell phone charger still uses energy even when your cell phone is not connected to it.

What items around the house can you find that still use energy?

Living Wise Energy Kits

We are starting work on our energy educations kits thanks to the Energy Trust of Oregon. Students will be bringing home the kits valued at $60. We are learning how much energy and money we save by converting to the Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL's), by adjusting the temperature of the fridge/ freezer/ water heater, installing the high efficiency shower head, bathroom/ kitchen aerator for the home. Students will learn how to calculate how much water the home shower uses and ways to reduce that amount.

If you have any questions, please contact me. The kits are yours to keep for free!

Thank you Energy Trust of Oregon. We greatly appreciate your generosity.

No school Thursday and Friday

That's right! No school on Thursday or Friday. Teachers are in putting grades so take this time to rest up and get ready for the next six weeks.

My egg drop survived!

The following names are individuals who's egg drop containers survived the three falls: Syvon Adams, Carlos Ramirez, Aracelli Villa, Judith Espinoza, Abi Mavity, Shane Miller, Katelyn Nunez, Gabe Tartios, Michael Meza, Yaksi Roque,Madison Willhoft, Lucero Santos, Melissa Ortega, Samanta Coria, Angie Manriquez, Aleksandra Gualakova, Adalberto Lopez, Sabrina Sanchez, Margarita Torros, McKenna Fields, Garrett Krieger, and Asher Padilla. Twenty-two survivors! Awesome!!

Keep those ideas floating around. Science Fair is next in January.

Egg Drop Due!!

Yeah!! I know!! Shocker, huh? It is due. Remember that we've been counting down each day. Bring in your project first thing in the morning and place it on any open counter space.

The main event is from 3:00PM until 5:00PM in the commons.

 Get ready to have fun!

First Chapter Test

We are taking our first chapter test Wednesday (October 5) Are your hands sweating? Heart racing? It's OK! You will do fine. Just remember to study your notes that we took in class today. The test will consist of about 15-20 questions.

Get a good night's sleep. Eat a good breakfast. See you Wednesday!