Use this packet to study for your mock regents which will be given Monday, 11/25/13 thru Wednesday, 11/27.[gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Regents-US-Hit-List.pdf"] … [Read more...]
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End of Wood Joinery Unit
This week we are finishing up our 2nd Unit. We have studied 2 wood joints in depth the lap joint and the mortise-and-tenon joint. We further explored how joinery was is used in timber framing, which is a free standing self supportive structure which can support its own weight and additional weight. The next 2 days will be devoted to studio work time we will end the unit with a class critique and celebration of all your work. … [Read more...]
Dimension H.W.
Aim: How do we dimension an orthographic projection? Do now: After the measurement of an object is taken what is the next step that we must do to our object? What can transpire if we submit our blueprints to the contractor and we forget the indicate all the required dimension to a specific drawing? Homework: Complete the handout given in class … [Read more...]
Covalent Bonding, Part 3: Large Molecules
Today we tried to experiment with making larger and larger molecules. Some people took right to it, but if you're still having a little trouble, we'll get more practice time next week. Aim: How can we make very large molecules? Presentation: [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Large-Molecules.pptx"] … [Read more...]
Covalent Bonding, Part 2: Multiple Bonds
Yesterday we tackled the idea of an atom sharing multiple electrons with one other atom. Many atoms can do this, such as carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen. Aim: How can an atom share multiple electrons with another atom? Presentation: [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Multiple-Bonds.pptx"] … [Read more...]
Answers to Geometry Review Sheets – Midterm Tomorrow
[gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Special-Angle-Pairs-Review-Sheet-_-ANS.pdf"] [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Triangle-Mix-Review-_-Ans.pdf"] … [Read more...]
New Topics:endocrine system and male and female reproduction system
Make-Up Assignment: Go to the following wesites and take the quiz at the end of each chapter: Puberty: http://www.brainpop.com/health/geneticsgrowthanddevelopment/puberty/ Reproduction: http://www.brainpop.com/health/bodysystems/reproductivesystem/ Once you’ve finished, select 3 of the 5 following sources to view, discuss, and take notes on: 1) Endocrine system http://www.brainpop.com/health/bodysystems/endocrinesystem/ 2) Hormones: http://www.brainpop.com/health/bodysystems/hormones/ 3) Growth: http://www.brainpop.com/health/geneticsgrowthanddevelopment/growth/ 4) Menstrual Cycle/Period: http://www.brainpop.com/health/personalhealth/period/ 5) Kids Health menstrual cycle … [Read more...]
Midterms were conducted in class Tuesday and Wednesday
Persuasive Essay outlines are due in class tomorrow on the topic :" What is an American?" Reading Logs are due Tuesday Nov. 26. The Marking period ends Wednesday Nov.27. We had a 2 day midterm in class this week based on the Nonfiction Unit. … [Read more...]
Make up work and Office Hours
Please remember that you have until Monday, November 25 to make up missing work for Marking Period 2. Office hours for the remainder of the week are as follows: Thursday, November 21: Pd 4 - Rm 211, Pd 8 & 9 - Rm 203 Friday, November 22: Pd 4 - Rm 211, Pd 8 - Rm 203 Monday, November 25: Pd 4 - Rm 211, Pd 8 - Rm 203 … [Read more...]
Designing a Controlled Experiment
Aim: Group work- How do we design a controlled experiment? Homework: Study for midterms and get notebook for Regent's review (tomorrow) [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Review-week-midterm-designing-controlled-experiment-group-work.docx"] … [Read more...]