Forms:
Student Weekly Science Projects Report
Student Weekly Activity Ledger
Rubrics & Guidelines:
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Information:
Student Websites:
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Language Arts:
- required reading (six books each semester) - two books of your own choice, four to be assigned - chosen books must be 350 page minimum and reading level appropriate.
- online "reading circle" postings on one of the required reading books - two postings each week: first - your personal thoughts, second - response to other's thoughts.
- two "theme papers" (one each quarter) on one of the assigned books you're now reading within the quarter.
- two "poetry/song analysis" (one each quarter) - any song or poem you choose.
- two "literary critiques" (one each quarter) on the current books you've personally chosen and are now reading within the quarter.
- one "language arts project" required each semester (may do two) - for semester symposium presentation.
- final exam at end of each semester!
Social Studies:
- required reading (one book each semester) - will be one of the language arts assigned reading books - above.
- two "magazine/journal reports" (one each quarter) on an important contemporary social topic.
- two "substantive issues papers" (one each quarter) on a current important social issue.
- two "history/cultural powerteaches" (one each quarter)
- "social studies notebook" (due at end of semester) - must include notes from all student presentations.
- one "social/environmental global issues project" - (must involve your personal, active participation) - for semester symposium presentation... *also counts for science - (see below).
- final exam at end of each semester!
Science:
- two "magazine/journal reports" (one each quarter) - on an important modern scientific discovery or breakthrough.
- two "substantive issues papers" (one each quarter) - on a current important scientific issue.
- two "science concepts powerteaches" (one each quarter)
- "science notebook" (due at end of semester) - most include all "science concepts" classroom notes and weekly assignments.
- one "social/environmental global issues project" - (must involve your personal, active participation) - for semester symposium presentation... *also counts for social studies - (see above).
- final exam at end of each semester!
With Project:
- project proposal/presentation (due quarter one) - a proposal is required for each project of which you are a team member.
- online project reports (due each week).
- project research paper (appropriate sections due each quarter) - 2,500 word minimum.
- project research presentation (due at completion of research project).
Without Project:
- library research paper (one paper due each semester) - 2,500 word minimum - check for approval from learning guide before commencing research.
- library research presentation (due at end of each semester).
Math:
Algebra One / Geometry / Pre-Cal:
- math notebook (due at end of semester) - must include weekly classroom notes, exercises, quizzes, quarter exam.
- practical "math projects" (100 pts. required each semester) - for semester symposium presentation.
- final exam at end of each semester!
Computer Tech:
- weekly personal online calendar update (due by Friday evening).
- "weekly activity ledger" (due by Friday evening) - counts as "bonus points" in all academic content areas!
- update & maintain your personal academic website
- two internet research summaries (one each quarter)
- computer tech projects (100 pts. required each semester) - for semester symposium presentation.
Environmental Expeditions:
- six "social/historical/environmental expeditions" (three each quareter) - surveys & reflections count as "bonus points" in all academic content areas... (only for those students who have chosen to participate in "expeditions")!
Academic Portfolio:
- "academic portfolio/conference" (due at end of semester) - collection of all your "best work" for the semester; student led presentation to teachers & parents during conference
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