AIM: How do we override Layer Settings IN AUTOCAD? Do Now: After we create a layer and set a name for it, what are three things we have to establish in order to differentiate or distinguish our layer? Summary: How do we override the layer Color in AutoCAD? Where can we access the layer lineweight to change its settings? How do we change the global linetype scale? [gview file=https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/AIM-OVERIDING-LAYER-SETTINGS.pdf] … [Read more...]
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Economics Worksheets 2
All missing work from 2/25 until today is due Friday, March 14th. That is the last day of the marking period and no work will be accepted after that day. The computer lab is open 8th period every day. If you are not able to print the work, write your answers on loose leaf. Please be sure to label the assignments correctly and to include your name. Journal #6 2/25/14 What questions you would ask a bank where you were considering opening an account. For example: What terms, services and fees would you consider and why? Journal #7 2/26/14 What are the costs and benefits of credit? How can you use credit as part of a smart financial life? Journal #8 2/27/14 Write in your notebook about how you can detect identity … [Read more...]
Algebra [1]: Multiplying Binomials and Factoring Trinomials
Students should be able to multiply binomials such as (x + 4)( x + 5) using multiple methods. This week we will be "going backwards" by factoring the trinomial into the two binomial pairs. Click below for the videos. You SHOULD be watching them and handing in notes. Multiplying Binomials Multiplying Special Cases Factoring Trinomials a=1 … [Read more...]
Geometry: Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
Students should be able to do the following tasks (click here for videos): Identify the slope of a line given its equation Identify two pairs of parallel or perpendicular lines. Determine if two lines are parallel or perpendicular. Write the equation of a line parallel or perpendicular to a given line passing through a given point. Need help: Go to regentsprep.org This week we will be working on regents problems in the green book #1-42. … [Read more...]
Biology EXTRA CREDIT Assignments
Attached are the 3 extra credit assignments that have been available since last week. Each extra credit assignment can replace a quiz, homework, or classwork grade. Extra credit assignments are to be turned into the basket when they are completed. Answers must be well thought and supported with the information we have learned in class. If you do not understand, simply come see me. Refer to the notes below for support. Last day to turn in extra credit assignments is THIS Friday (3/14) DNA is a double-stranded molecule. DNA strands are connected by complementary base pairs. In DNA, the base A always pairs with T. The base G always pairs with C. Each strand serves as a template for the other. Following the rules of base-pairing, … [Read more...]
STUDY FOR TOMORROW’S QUIZ!!!
Hi guys, here is the review sheet for the quiz tomorrow... STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! Also, don't forget your menu projects are due Friday! This is not a group project!!! Each student must make their own menu. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Review-for-food-quiz.docx"] Super secret mega bonus phrase = If you are eating in Latin-American and someone passes by and says BUEN PROVECHO, what does that mean? To get 3 extra points on the test write this 3 word English phrase on the bottom right corner on the back of your test. Do not share the super secret mega bonus phrase with anyone!! … [Read more...]
Junior English HW #6 – Marking Period #1
AIM What are the different strategies you can use to improve your Literary Element or Technique Short Response (Q27) score? EXTENSION ACTIVITY / HOMEWORK HW#6: Students will complete Q27 … [Read more...]
CREATING LAYERS
AIM: What are LAYERS and their functions? DO NOW: How do we Access the Layer Properties Manager Dialog box in AturoCAD? What is the default layer that is given to all objects before we create a new one in AutoCAD in AutoCAD? Why do we need to create layers in AutoCAD? See attachment for todays lesson [gview file=https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/AIM-WHAT-ARE-LAYERS.pdf] … [Read more...]
3/10
AIM: How can we use mRNA to determine a specific amino acid sequence? Homework: Regents Question sheet We did A LOT of work in class today. The reading and question sheet was counted for a classwork grade, there was a 20 point quiz at the end of class, and you were assigned Regents questions for homework. Also, the reproductive system exam was returned, class progress reports were handed out, and extra credit assignments were distributed. Attached below is today's classwork, quiz, and homework. The marking period ends THIS FRIDAY! You must come by the this week to make arrangements for makeup work. Remember, you can have any grade that you want as long as you earn it. [gview … [Read more...]
Resumes
We have begun a new unit on professional writing. In this two week unit, students will complete a resume and cover letter. The resume objective will be to obtain an internship in the field of Historic Preservation. Students will be able to use these documents to apply for upcoming interviews held in our school this spring. The work will also be a component of their grade for English class. Students who previously wrote resumes will be updating and revising their document to fit this current objective. Tonight's homework Research careers in Architecture, Design, and Historic Preservation. Make a list of all the job titles in this field that you could apply for in the future. Find out: Job titles, Education or … [Read more...]