6th Grade English and Social Studies Assignments
- Instructor
- Mrs. Sheila Doan
- Term
- 2026-27 School Year
- Department
- English
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Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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Posting for Thursday, October 8
English
Thursday Classwork: "Stray" Unit Test
Homework: If you did not finish IXL R.2 (Supporting Details in Literary Texts) in class, please complete it for homework - due tomorrow
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Lesson 5 = Ancient Sumer - Slideshow Activity
Homework:
- BrainPop "Ancient Sumer" - If you did not finish in class, this is homework (due tomorrow)
- Social Studies IXL B.1 (Early Mesopotamia) - If you did not finish in class, this is homework (due tomorrow)
- (Note: The Lesson 5 Slideshow Video Activity is not homework. We will continue to work on it in class tomorrow.)
Upcoming Dates
Friday (10/9): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/12): Quarter 2 Begins
Saturday (10/24): Hauntington Breakfast
(9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
Monday (10/26)-Friday (10/30)- Camp Cuyamaca
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Wednesday, October 7
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Plot Analysis Practice
- Making Inferences yellow worksheet
- Test Review reminders
Homework: The "Stray" Unit Test is tomorrow (Thursday). It will include the literary analysis skills we have covered - Story Vocabulary, Plot, Making Inferences, Denotation & Connotation, Finding Text Evidence, and writing a RACES Response. Refer to the Study Guide passed out on Friday (also posted below).
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Lesson 5 = Ancient Sumer
- Preview Activity in ISN on p. 31
- Introduction and Section 1 with notes in ISN on p. 32
- Lesson 5 Slideshow Video Activity
Homework: None - (Note: The Lesson 5 Slideshow Video Activity is not homework. We will continue to work on it in class tomorrow.)
Upcoming Dates
Thursday (10/8): "Stray" Unit Test
Friday (10/9): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/12): Quarter 2 Begins
Saturday (10/24): Hauntington Breakfast
(9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
Monday (10/26)-Friday (10/30)- Camp Cuyamaca
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Tuesday, October 6
English
Tuesday Classwork: Plot Analysis - Practice in Google Classroom
Homework: The "Stray" Unit Test is on Thursday. It will include the literary analysis skills we have covered - Story Vocabulary, Plot, Making Inferences, Denotation & Connotation, Finding Text Evidence, and writing a RACES Response. Refer to the Study Guide passed out on Friday (also posted below).
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Lesson 4 Assessment = The Rise of Sumerian City-States
Homework:
- BrainPop - "Ancient Sumer" (if not completed in class, due Friday)
- Social Studies IXL B.1 - Early Mesopotamia (if not completed in class, due Friday)
Upcoming Dates
Thursday (10/8): "Stray" Unit Test
Friday (10/9): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/12): Quarter 2 Begins
Saturday (10/24): Hauntington Breakfast
(9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
Monday (10/26)-Friday (10/30)- Camp Cuyamaca
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Monday, October 5
English
Monday Classwork:
- RACES Response review with "Stray" packet page 12
- Summarizing a Story with Khan Academy video (posted in Google Classroom)
- "Stray" packet p. 13-14 - Summary of "Stray"
Homework: The "Stray" Unit Test is on Thursday. It will cover the literary analysis skills we have covered - Story Vocabulary, Plot, Making Inferences, Denotation & Connotation, Finding Text Evidence, and writing a RACES Response. Refer to the Study Guide passed out on Friday (also posted below).
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Lesson 4 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States - Section 6 with notes in ISN on p. 28, Summary, and Test Review Guidelines
Homework:
- The Lesson 4 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States Assessment is tomorrow (Tuesday). Refer to your "Preparing for a Social Studies Test" purple handout for reminders about how to review for a test (also posted below).
- Lesson Games - the "Matrix of Knowledge" and "Museum of Parts" assignments are homework. Please remember to complete these BEFORE the test.
Upcoming Dates
Tuesday (10/6): Lesson 4 Social Studies Test
Thursday (10/8): "Stray" Unit Test
Friday (10/9): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/12): Quarter 2 Begins
Saturday (10/24): Hauntington Breakfast
(9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
Monday (10/26)-Friday (10/30)- Camp Cuyamaca
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Friday, October 2
English
Friday Classwork:
- Connotation and Denotation in yellow "Stray" packet, p. 10-11
- Video - "Identify Supporting Details in Literary Texts"
- Independent Practice in IXL R.2
Homework:
- IXL AA.2 (Positive and Negative Connotation) - due Monday
- The "Stray" Unit Test will be on Thursday 10/8. It will cover the literary analysis skills we have covered - Story Vocabulary, Plot, Making Inferences, Denotation & Conntoation, Finding Text Evidence, and writing a RACES Response. Refer to the Study Guide passed out in class today (also posted below).
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Lesson 5 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States -
- Section 5 (Attacks by Neighboring Communities) with discussion of problem and group work to design a defense plan, then notes in ISN on p. 27
Homework: The Lesson 5 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States Assessment will be on Tuesday. Refer to your "Preparing for a Social Studies Test" purple handout for reminders about how to review for a test (also posted below).
Due:
UPDATES
ttPosting for Thursday, October 1
Happy October!
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Denotation and Connotation in English Journal on p. 11
- IXL AA.2 (Positive and Negative Connotation) with chart for English Journal page 11
Homework:
- IXL G.2 (Draw Inferences for Literary Texts) - due tomorrow (Friday)
- IXL AA.2 (Positive and Negative Connotation) - due Monday
- The "Stray" Unit Test will be on Thursday 10/8. It will cover the literary analysis skills we have covered - Story Vocabulary, Plot, Making Inferences, Denotation & Conntoation, Finding Text Evidence, and writing a RACES Response.
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Lesson 4 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States -
- Section 4 (Uncontrolled Water Supply in the River Valley) with discussion of problem, then notes in ISN on p. 26
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Friday (10/2): IXL G.2 due
Monday (10/5): IXL AA.2 due
Tuesday (10/6): Lesson 4 Social Studies Test
Thursday (10/8): "Stray" Unit Test
Friday (10/9): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/12): Quarter 2 Begins
Saturday (10/24): Hauntington Breakfast
(9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
Monday (10/26)-Friday (10/30)- Camp Cuyamaca
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Wednesday, September 30
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- "Stray" packet page 12 - RACES response (How does a change in the weather reveal what will happen next in the story?)
- IXL Quiz
- IXL G.2 (Draw Inferences for Literary Texts)
Homework: IXL G.2 (Inferences) is due Friday
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Lesson 4 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States -
- Response Group Activity - Uncontrolled Water Supply in the River Valley, with discussion and presentations of Water Control Systems
- Section 3 with notes in ISN on p. 25
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Friday (10/2): IXL G.2 due
Tuesday (10/6): Lesson 4 Social Studies Test
Friday (10/9): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/12): Quarter 2 Begins
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Tuesday, September 29
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- RACER packet p. 12-14 (Restate/Reflect), aka the S in RACES (Sum-it-Up)
- "Stray" yellow packet p. 9 - RACES practice
Homework:
- IXL GG.5, GG.6, GG.6 (Sentences, Fragments, and Run-Ons) - due tomorrow (Wednesday)
- The Grammar Quiz is also tomorrow. It will cover subjects and predicates, fragments & run-ons, and context clues. The Study Guide was passed out in class today, and is also posted below.
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Lesson 4 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States -
- Section 2 (Food Shortages in the Foothills) with notes in ISN on p. 24
- Response Group Activity - Uncontrolled Water Supply in the River Valley, with discussion and presentations
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (9/30): IXL GG.5, GG.6, GG.7 due (Fragments & Run-Ons)
Wednesday (9/30): Quarter 1 Grammar Quiz
Friday (10/9): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Monday (10/12): Quarter 2 Begins
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Monday, September 28
English
Monday Classwork:
- Review Guidelines for Quarter 1 Grammar Quiz on Wednesday
- RACER packet, pages 5-9 (Answer, Cite)
Homework:
- IXL GG.5, GG.6, GG.6 (Sentences, Fragments, and Run-Ons) - due Wednesday
- The Grammar Quiz is also on Wednesday 9/30. It will cover subjects and predicates, fragments & run-ons, and context clues. The Study Guide was passed out in class today, and is also posted below.
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Lesson 4 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States -
- Introduction in online TCI text
- Section 1 (Mesopotamia: A Difficult Environment) with notes in ISN on p. 24 (top)
- Response Group Activity - Food Shortages in the Foothills with discussion and presentations
Homework: If you did not finish in class, the BrainPop on "The Agricultural Revolution" is due tomorrow
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (9/30): IXL GG.5, GG.6, GG.7 due (Fragments & Run-Ons)
Wednesday (9/30): IXL Quiz - Subjects & Predicates, Fragments & Run-Ons
Friday (10/9): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Friday, September 25
English
Friday Classwork: RACER white packet, p. 1-4 (Restate practice)
Homework:
- IXL GG.5, GG.6, GG.6 (Sentences, Fragments, and Run-Ons) - due Wednesday 9/30
- The Grammar Quiz will also be next Wednesday 9/30. It will cover subjects and predicates, fragments & run-ons, and context clues. The Study Guide is posted below.
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Lesson 3 Quiz - Paleolithic Age vs. Neolithic Ages
- Lesson 4 = The Rise of Sumerian City-States - Preview Activity on p. 23 in notes
Homework:
- If you did not finish in class, the "Agricultural Revolution" BrainPop assignment is due Tuesday
- If you did not finish your notes for the Lesson 4 Preview Activity on p. 23, complete it before Monday
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (9/30): IXL GG.5, GG.6, GG.7 due (Fragments & Run-Ons)
Wednesday (9/30): IXL Quiz - Subjects & Predicates, Fragments & Run-Ons
Friday (10/9): Quarter 1 Ends (Minimum Day)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Thursday, September 24
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Sentences, Fragments, and Run-Ons in English Journal, page 10
- IXL GG.5, GG.6, GG.7 with Group Jam
Homework: IXL GG.5, GG.6, GG.6 (Sentences, Fragments, and Run-Ons) - due Wednesday 9/30
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Lesson 3 = From Hunters and Gatherers to Farmers -
- Section 6 (Trade) with reading and notes
- Summary
- Reading Checks online
- Lesson Game - "Charting the Course"
Homework:
- Make sure all your notes for Lesson 3 are complete. You will be turning them in tomorrow (Friday).
- The Lesson 3 Quiz is also tomorrow. It will follow the format shared in class today.
- The Lesson 3 "Charting the Course" Lesson Game is due tomorrow morning (before the quiz!)
Upcoming Dates
Friday (9/24): Lesson 3 Quiz = Paleolithic /Neolithic Ages
Friday (9/25): 6th Grade Dance (HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: California Cool ~ Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Wednesday (9/30): IXL GG.5, GG.6, GG.7 due (Fragments & Run-Ons)
Wednesday (9/30): IXL Quiz - Subjects & Predicates, Fragments & Run-Ons
Thursday (10/1): "Stray" Unit Test
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Wednesday, September 23
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- RACES writing strategy in English Journal on p. 9
- "Stray" yellow packet - RACES practice with a response to literature on p. 8
Homework: IXL GG.2, GG.3, GG.4 (Subjects and Predicates ) - due tomorrow (Thursday)
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Lesson 3 = From Hunters and Gatherers to Farmers - Partner Activity with Sections 4 and 5 (reading and notes)
Homework: If you did not finish the reading and notes for Section 5 (Developing New Jobs), complete it for homework
Upcoming Dates
Thursday (9/24): Stuffy and PJ Day
(Self-Care is Important!)
Thursday (9/24): IXL GG.2, GG.3, GG.4 due
Thursday (9/24): Noontime Fun
Friday (9/25): 6th Grade Dance (HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: California Cool ~ Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Tuesday, September 22
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- "Stray" Vocabulary on p. 5-6 in the yellow packet
- "Hey Deer" Plot Analysis - Video and Plot Diagram
Homework:
- Finish the "Stray" Vocabulary practice on p. 5-6 in the yellow "Stray" packet - due tomorrow
- IXL GG.2, GG.3, GG.4 (Subjects and Predicates ) - due Thursday
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Lesson 3 = From Hunters and Gatherers to Farmers - Section 2 (Stable Food Supply) with notes on p. 18
- Partner Activity - Section 3 (Making Permanent Shelters) with notes on p. 19
Homework: If you did not finish reading and notes for Section 3 (Making Permanent Shelters), complete it for homework
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (9/22): Wear Purple orTeal Day
(We support each other and our mental health!)
Thursday (9/24): IXL GG.2, GG.3, GG.4 due
Thursday (9/24): Noontime Fun
Friday (9/25): 6th Grade Dance (HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: California Cool ~ Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Monday, September 21
English
Monday Classwork:
- "English Class Non-Negotiables" handout for reference (stored in Writing section of binder)
- BrainPop Movie - "Subject and Predicate"
- Compound Subjects and Compound Predicates in English Journal on p. 8
- Yellow practice worksheet on Compound Subjects and Compound Predicates
Homework:
- The new IXL section, GG.4 (Compound Subjects and Compound Predicates) is also due Thursday
- IXL GG.2, GG.3, GG.4 (Subjects and Predicates ) - due Thursday
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Lesson 3 = From Hunters and Gatherers to Farmers - Section 1 with notes, Section 2
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Tuesday (9/22): True Colors Day
(Express your true self and pledge to support each other)
Thursday (9/24): IXL GG.2, GG.3, GG.4 due
Thursday (9/24): Noontime Fun
Friday (9/25): 6th Grade Dance (HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: California Cool ~ Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Friday, September 18
English
Friday Classwork:
- English Journal page 6 with Plot Anaylysis of "Stray" on Plot Diagram
- Subjects and Predicates lesson in English Journal on page 7
Homework: IXL GG.2 and GG.3 (Subjects and Predicates) - due Thursday 9/24
Social Studies
Friday Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Monday (9/21): Team Jersey Day
Thursday (9/24): IXL GG.2 and GG.3 due
Thursday (9/24): Noontime Fun
Friday (9/25): 6th Grade Dance (HMS Cafeteria)
Theme: California Cool ~ Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Thursday, September 17
English
Thursday Classwork: Lesson on Plot in Literature -
- BrainPop Video - "Plot"
- English Journal page 6 with lesson on the Plot Pyramid
- Plot Anaylysis of "Stray" with Plot Diagram
Homework: "Stray" yellow packet, p. 3-4 (Plot)
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Lesson 3 = From Hunters and Gatherers to Farmers -
- Preview Activity in notes on p. 17
- Introduction in online text, Section 1
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Thursday (9/24): Noontime Fun
Friday (9/25): 6th Grade Dance
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Wednesday, September 16
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Expanding Sentences - yellow practice worksheet
- Finding Text Evidence in yellow "Stray" packet on page 7
Homewokrk
- If you did not finish the Expanding Sentences yellow worksheet, please complete both sides for homework
- Also, finish up page 7 in "Stray" packet on Finding Text Evidence as needed
- IXL CC.1, CC.2, CC.3 with Google Classroom "New Vocabulary Words from IXL CC.1" assignment (due tomorrow)
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Lesson 2 Assessment
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Thursday (9/17): IXL CC.1, CC.2, CC.3 due (Context Clues)
Thursday (9/24): Noontime Fun
Friday (9/25): 6th Grade Dance
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Tuesday, September 15
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- "Text Toolbox Symbols" (for annotating) in English Journal on p. 5 (left side)
- "Stray" by Cynthia Rylant - how to highlight and annotate a short story
Homework: IXL CC.1, CC.2, CC.3 with Google Classroom "New Vocabulary Words from IXL CC.1" assignment (due Thursday)
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Lesson 2 = Early Hominins - Section 4 (Homo Sapiens) with notes in ISN packet on p. 15
- TCI "Explore" sections in online text - overview and discussion
- Reminders about how to review for the test
Homework:
- The Lesson 2 assessment is tomorrow (Wednesday). Use your "How to Prepare for a Social Studies Test" handout for reminders about how to review (also posted below).
- The two Lesson Games, "Matrix of Knowledge" and "Vocabulary Game: Community Cleanup" are both due tomorrow BEFORE the test. (Note: These assignments will not be accepted late because they are test review activities.)
- Optional - There are some informational videos about early hominins posted in Google Classroom
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (9/16): Lesson 2 Social Studies Test (Early Hominins)
Thursday (9/17): IXL CC.1, CC.2, CC.3 due (Context Clues)
Thursday (9/24): Noontime Fun
Friday (9/25): 6th Grade Dance
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Monday, September 14
English
Monday Classwork:
- Community Circle - brainstorming norms; circle meeting
- Highlighting and Annotating lesson in English Journal on page 5
Homework:
- If you have not finished the two BrainPop assignments, "Context Clues" and "Antonyms, Synonyms, Homonyms," complete them for homework (due tomorrow)
- IXL CC.1, CC.2, CC.3 with Google Classroom "New Vocabulary Words from IXL CC.1" assignment (due Thursday)
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Lesson 2 = Early Hominins - Section 4 (Homo Sapiens) with notes in ISN packet on p. 15
Homework:
- The Lesson 2 assessment will be on Wednesday. Use your "How to Prepare for a Social Studies Test" handout for reminders about how to review (also posted below)
- For test review, start rereading the sections and reviewing your notes for the Lesson 2 sections we have covered so far.
- OPTIONAL - In Google Classroom, there are several videos on Early Humans posted there for your reference. These are also helpful for test review.
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (9/16): Lesson 2 Social Studies Test (Early Hominins)
Thursday (9/17): IXL CC.1, CC.2, CC.3 due (Context Clues)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Friday, September 11
English
Friday Classwork:
- BrainPop - "Context Clues" Video, Review Quiz, Graded Quiz
- BrainPop - "Antonyms, Synonyms, Homonyms" Video, Review Quiz, Graded Quiz
- IXL CC.1, CC.2, CC.3 with Google Classroom "New Vocabulary Words from IXL CC.1" assignment
Homework:
- If you did not finish the two BrainPops in class, please complete them by Tuesday
- IXL CC.1, CC.2, CC.3 - due Thursday
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Lesson 2 = Early Hominins - Section 3 (Homo Neanderthanlensis) with notes in ISN packet on p. 14
Homework:
- Optional - the Nova "Dawn of Humanity" documentary link is in Google Classroom if you are interested in watching it.
- The Lesson 2 assessment will be on Wednesday. We will go over suggestions for how to review in class.
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (9/16): Lesson 2 Social Studies Test (Early Hominins)
Thursday (9/17): IXL CC.1, CC.2, CC.3 due (Context Clues)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Thursday, September 10
English
Thursday Classwork:
- IXL Quiz
- Introduction of vocabulary assignment - using context clues to determine word meaning
Homework: IXL CC.1 (Context Clues) with Google Assignment on "New Vocabulary Words from IXL CC.1 (due Thursday 9/17)
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork: Lesson 2 = Early Hominins - Section 2 (Homo Erectus) with notes in ISN packet on p. 13
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (9/16): Lesson 2 Social Studies Test (Early Hominins)
Thursday (9/17): IXL CC.1 due (Context Clues)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Wednesday, September 9
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- "Fugu" Video with Story Vocabulary page in English Journal on page 4
- Yellow "Stray" packet - Story Vocabulary practice on p. 1-2
Homework: The IXL Quiz is tomorrow (Thursday). It will include the skills we have covered in class on nouns and capitalization. The Study Guide is linked below.
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Lesson 2 = Early Hominins - Section 1 (Homo Habilis) with notes in ISN packet on p. 12
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Thursday (9/10): IXL Quiz (Study Guidelines posted below)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Tuesday, September 8
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- BrainPop video - "Labor Day"
- Study Guidelines handout for IXL Quiz on Thursday (also posted below)
- Expanding Sentences worksheet
Homework:
- IXL HH.6, HH.7, HH.7 (Plurals and Possessives) - due tomorrow (Wed.)
- IXL UU.3 (Formatting Street Addresses) - due tomorrow (Wed.)
- The IXL Quiz is on Thursday. It will include the skills we have covered in class on nouns and capitalization. The Study Guide is linked below.
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- Lesson 1 Assessment - review of results and grading
- Lesson 2 = Early Hominins - Preview Activity in ISN on p. 11 (packet)
- Online TCI Reading - Lesson 2 Introduction
Homework: If you did not finish in class, complete your notes for the Preview Activity in your ISN on p. 11 (packet)
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday: IXL HH.6, HH.7, HH.8, UU.3 due
Wednesday (9/9): Fire Drill (9:05 AM)
Thursday (9/10): IXL Quiz (Study Guidelines posted below)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Friday, September 4
English
Friday Classwork:
- Video - "Stretching Sentences" (posted in Google Classroom)
- Stretch a Sentence in English Journal on p. 3
- Expanding Sentences practice worksheet
Homework:
- IXL HH.6, HH.7, HH.7 (Plurals and Possessives) - due Wed.
- IXL UU.3 (Formatting Street Addresses) - due Wed.
- There will be an IXL Quiz on Thursday 9/10. It will include the skills we have covered in class on nouns and capitalization. The Study Guide is linked below.
Social Studies
Friday Classwork: Lesson 1 Assessment (notes collected)
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Wednesday: IXL HH.6, HH.7, HH.8, UU.3 due
Wednesday (9/9): Fire Drill (9:05 AM)
Thursday (9/10): IXL Quiz (Study Guide posted below)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Thursday, September 3
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Introduction of new IXL assignment on plurals and possessives with video and Group Jam
- Formatting Street Addresses with explanation in IXL UU.3 and Group Jam to practice
Homework:
- IXL HH.6, HH.7, HH.7 (Plurals and Possessives) - due Wed. 9/9
- IXL UU.3 (Formatting Street Addresses) - due Wed. 9/9
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- "How to Successfully Prepare for a Social Studies Test?" - handout and discussion of review strategies
- Lesson 1 Notes - review of answers
- Lesson 1 Summary, Reading Checks, and Vocabulary Cards
Homework:
- The Lesson 1 Assessment is tomorrow (Friday). The test will be open-note, which means you will be able to use your torn-out ISN pages with your completed notes for reference during the test. Be prepared to turn in those notes tomorrow after the test. Remember to use the salmon-colored handout from today about "How to Successfully Prepare for a Social Studies Test." It is also posted below for your reference.
- Complete the "Crack the Code" Lesson Game for review BEFORE the test. (Note: This homework assignment needs to completed before the test. It will not be accepted late.)
- Optional - For additional test review, you could watch the videos in Google Classroom about cave art.
Upcoming Dates
Friday (9/4): Social Studies Lesson 1 Test
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Wednesday (9/9): Fire Drill (9:05 AM)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Wednesday, September 3
English
Wednesday Classwork: Spelling/Writing Goals pages set up in English Journal to record feedback on what to practice; papers passed back
Homework: none
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Lesson 1 Investigating the Past - Cave Art partner activity (2 "Cave Stations") with reading and notes in ISN (torn out pages 5-10)
Homework:
- Go back to review the notes that you took today while you visited 2 Cave Stations with your partner. Make sure you have updated all proofread your notes now for Sections 1-8 on pages 6-9.
- The Lesson 1 Assessment is on Friday. The test will be open-note, which means you will be able to use your torn-out ISN pages with your completed notes for reference during the test.
Upcoming Dates
Friday (9/4): Social Studies Lesson 1 Test
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Wednesday (9/9): Fire Drill (9:05 AM)
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Tuesday, September 1
English
Tuesday Classwork: E-mail Etiquette wrap up (Guide for Period 1, pink papers with grading rubric collected in Period 5)
Homework: IXL GG.1 (Is the sentence declarative, interrogative, imperative, or exclamatory?) and IXL TT.1, UU.1, UU.2 (Formatting and Capitalizing Titles) - due Wednesday
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork: Lesson 1 = Investigating the Past - Cave Art partner activity (3 "Cave Stations") with reading and notes in ISN (torn out pages 5-10)
Homework:
- Go back to review the notes that you took today while you visited 3 Cave Stations with your partner. Make sure you have updated and proofread your notes. Note: We will complete the last two cave stations tomorrow.
- The Lesson 1 Assessment will be on Friday. The test will be open-note, which means you will be able to use your torn-out ISN pages with your completed notes for reference during the test.
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Science)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): IXL GG.1, TT.2, UU.1, UU.2 due
Friday (9/4): Social Studies Lesson 1 Test
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Monday, August 31
English
Monday Classwork: E-Mail Etiquette assignment in Google Classroom with video and guide
Homework:
- The E-Mail Etiquette assignment is due tomorrow. Use the links in Google Classroom and your pink directions while you work on this.
- IXL GG.1 (Is the sentence declarative, interrogative, imperative, or exclamatory?) and IXL TT.1, UU.1, UU.2 (Formatting and Capitalizing Titles) - due Wednesday
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Lesson 1 workbook p. 5-10 torn out and stapled together to create a lesson packet; workbooks stored in classroom
- Lesson 1 = Investigating the Past - Section 3 with notes on p. 7 (top) while going over directions for partner activity
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Tuesday (9/1): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (English)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Science)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): IXL GG.1, TT.2, UU.1, UU.2 due
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Friday, August 28
NWEA testing will take place next week on
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.
The special testing schedule for those days
is posted below.
English
Friday Classwork:
- "Who Is Mrs. Doan?" (Period 5) or IXL Introduction (Period 1)
- Discussion about how to effectively read and understand directions
Homework: IXL GG.1 (Is the sentence declarative, interrogative, imperative, or exclamatory?) and IXL TT.1, UU.1, UU.2 (Formatting and Capitalizing Titles) - due Wednesday 9/2
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Directions for Completing Your Interactive Student Notebook (ISN) pages - pink paper glued into inside cover of workbook with white example glued into back inside cover
- Lesson 1 = Investigating the Past - Section 2 with notes in ISN on page 6 (bottom)
Homework: If possible, bring a flashlight to class by Monday. We will be using them when our classroom becomes a "cave" full of ancient artifacts and cave art.
Upcoming Dates
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Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Monday (8/31): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Math)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Tuesday (9/1): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (English)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Science)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): IXL GG.1, TT.2, UU.1, UU.2 due
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Thursday, August 27
Back to School Night is tonight!
Parents - Please get the BTSN flyer from your child.
It includes important information, like your student's schedule
and the schedule for this evening.
I hope to see you there!
Students - Don't forget to give your parent the pink form for
Camp Cuyamaca that was passed out during Homeroom today.
Parents have also received information through ParentSquare
with additional details about camp.
Remember, tomorrow (Friday) is a Minimum Day.
Refer to the Bell Schedule linked below.
English
Thursday Classwork:
- Introduction of IXL GG.1 (Is the sentence declarative, interrogative, imperative, or exclamatory?) and IXL TT.1, UU.1, UU.2 (Formatting and Capitalizing Titles) - due Wednesday 9/2
- "Who Is Mrs. Doan?" quiz (prize to the winner!)
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Discussion/Correction of Geography Challenge
- Lesson 1 = Investigating the Past - Section 1 with notes in ISN on p. 6
- Binder Organization
Homework: If possible, bring a flashlight to class by Friday or Monday. We will be using them when our classroom becomes a "cave" full of ancient artifacts and cave art.
Upcoming Dates
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night *Parents Only
(Please see flyer posted below)
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Monday (8/31): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Math)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Tuesday (9/1): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (English)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Science)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): IXL GG.1, TT.2, UU.1, UU.2 due
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Wednesday, August 26
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Procedure for submitting Late Work with "Late Work Slip"
- Daily Language Review and making corrections using Proofreading Marks (English Journal p. 1)
Homework: none
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork:
- "What Is Archaeology" packet - questions and answers with practice for writing complete stand-alone sentences
- ISN p. 5 - Lesson 1 = Investigating the Past - Introduction in chapter packet with highlighting and discussion
Homework:
- If possible, bring a flashlight to class by Thursday or Friday. We will be using them when our classroom becomes a "cave" full of ancient artifacts and cave art.
- Social Studies IXL S.1 and S.2 (Latitude and Longitude) - due tomorrow (Thursday)
Upcoming Dates
Thursday (8/27): Social Studies IXL S.1 and S.2 due
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night *Parents Only
(Please see flyer posted below)
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Monday (8/31): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Math)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Tuesday (9/1): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (English)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Science)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Tuesday, August 25
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Writing activity - "Class Expectations"
- English Journal - Table of Contents, Proofreading Marks (p. 1), Stand-Alone Sentences (p. 2)
Homework: If you did not finish in class, complete the "Class Expectations" writing activity. Remember to write in complete stand-alone sentences.
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- New workbooks for History Alive! - Interactive Student Notebook (ISN) passed out
- ISN p. 5 - Lesson 1 = Investigating the Past - page 5 Preview Activity
Homework:
- If possible, bring a flashlight to class by Thursday. We will be using them when our classroom becomes a "cave" full of ancient artifacts and cave art.
- If you did not finish page 5 in your new Social Studies workboook (ISN), complete it for homework. Remember to write in complete stand-alone sentences.
- Social Studies IXL S.1 and S.2 (Latitude and Longitude) - due Thursday
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday (8/26): Make-Up Picture Day 📸
Thursday (8/27): Social Studies IXL S.1 and S.2 due
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night *Parents Only
(Please see flyer posted below)
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Monday (8/31): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Math)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Tuesday (9/1): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (English)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Science)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Monday, August 24
English
Monday Classwork:
- "What Letter Grades Mean" presentation - Note: If you would like to review this information, you can use this link - https://canva.link/td362pv71js56ln
- English Journal - Intro. and setup
Homework:
- If you did not finish the "About Me" writing assignment in class last week, complete it for homework. It was due Friday.
- IXL HH.1 (Common and Proper Nouns) - due tomorrow (Tuesday)
- IXL HH.3, HH.3, HH.4, HH.5 (Forming Plurals of Nouns) - due tomorrow (Tuesday)
- IXL TT.1 (Correct Capitalization Errors) - due tomorrow (Tuesday)
Social Studies
Monday Classwork: Archaeology Treasure Hunt with vocabulary words and fill-in-the-blank
Homework:
- Archaeology Treasure Hunt - Finish this up for homework if you did not finish in class. The Word Search is optional, but p. 1-2 should be complete.
- If you did not finish the Geography Challenge (blue worksheet and map) in class last week, complete it for homework. It was due Friday.
- Social Studies IXL S.1 and S.2 (Latitude and Longitude) - due Thursday 8/27
Upcoming Dates
Tuesday (8/25): IXL HH.1 - HH.5, TT.1 due (Nouns)
Wednesday (8/26): Make-Up Picture Day 📸
Thursday (8/27): Social Studies IXL S.1 and S.2 due
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night *Parents Only
(Please see flyer posted below)
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Monday (8/31): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Math)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Tuesday (9/1): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (English)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA Diagnostic Testing (Science)
Testing conducted in Homeroom
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Thursday, August 20
English
Thursday Classwork: "About Me" writing assignment
Homework:
- If you did not finish the "About Me" writing assignment in class, complete it for homework. It is due tomorrow.
- XL HH.1 (Common and Proper Nouns) - due Tuesday 8/25
- IXL HH.3, HH.3, HH.4, HH.5 (Forming Plurals of Nouns) - due Tuesday 8/25
- IXL TT.1 (Correct Capitalization Errors) - due Tuesday 8/25
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Geography Challenge - Continents and Oceans with maps and questions
- Social Studies IXL S.1 and S.2 (Latitude and Longitude)
Homework:
- If you did not finish the Geography Challenge (blue worksheet and map) in class, complete it for homework. It is due tomorrow.
- Social Studies IXL S.1 and S.2 (Latitude and Longitude) - due Thursday 8/27
Upcoming Dates
Monday (8/17) - Friday (8/21): Welcome Back Spirit Week 🎉
Friday: HMS Spirit Day
Friday (8/21): Syllabus - Parent Signature page due
Tuesday (8/25): IXL HH.1 - HH.5, TT.1 due (Nouns)
Wednesday (8/26): Make-Up Picture Day 📸
Thursday (8/27): Social Studies IXL S.1 and S.2 due
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night * Parents Only
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Tuesday (9/1): NWEA Math
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA English
Thursday (9/3): NWEA Science
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Wednesday, August 19
English
Wednesday Classwork:
- Correcting Capitalization Errors - IXL TT.1 with video
- About Me project (Note: This is not homework. You can finish it in class tomorrow.)
Homework:
- IXL HH.1 (Common and Proper Nouns) - due Tuesday 8/25
- IXL HH.3, HH.3, HH.4, HH.5 (Forming Plurals of Nouns) - due Tuesday 8/25
- IXL TT.1 (Correct Capitalization Errors) - due Tuesday 8/25
Social Studies
Wednesday Classwork: Geography Challenge - Continents and Oceans with maps and questions (Note: This is not homework. You can finish it in class tomorrow.
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Monday (8/17) - Friday (8/21): Welcome Back Spirit Week 🎉
Thursday: Sunglasses Day
Friday: HMS Spirit Day
Friday (8/21): Syllabus - Parent Signature page due
Tuesday (8/25): IXL HH.1 - HH.5, TT.1 due (Nouns)
Wednesday (8/26): Make-Up Picture Day 📸
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night * Parents Only
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Tuesday (9/1): NWEA Math
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA English
Thursday (9/3): NWEA Science
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Tuesday, August 18
English
Tuesday Classwork:
- Back to School Manifesto/Class Rules
- Common and Proper Nouns
- Forming Plurals of Nouns ending in s, ch, sh, x, z y, f, fe or o
Homework:
- IXL HH.1 (Common and Proper Nouns) - due Tuesday 8/25
- IXL HH.3, HH.3, HH.4, HH.5 (Forming Plurals of Nouns) - due Tuesday 8/25
Social Studies
Tuesday Classwork:
- BrainPop - "Back to School"
- Geography Challenge - Continents and Oceans with maps and reading
- BrainPop - "Latitude and Longitude"
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Monday (8/17) - Friday (8/21): Welcome Back Spirit Week 🎉
Wednesday: Adam Sandler Day
Thursday: Sunglasses Day
Friday: HMS Spirit Day
Friday (8/21): Syllabus - Parent Signature page due
Tuesday (8/25): IXL HH.1 - HH.5 due (Nouns)
Wednesday (8/26): Make-Up Picture Day 📸
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night * Parents Only
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Tuesday (9/1): NWEA Math
Wednesday (9/2): NWEA English
Thursday (9/3): NWEA Science
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Monday, August 17
Please give your parents the "Parent Homework" packet
that we went over in class today! The English/Social Studies Syllabus
should be kept at home, with only the last signature page returned to class (by Friday).
Please read and review the other documents, and let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you for all the donations of Kleenex and wipes for our classroom!
I'm always trying to restock our supply of facial tissue, baby wipes, and Clorox wipes,
so very much appreciate your support with this.
English
Monday Classwork:
- Course Syllabus
- Introduction of IXL program
- Schools supplies and binder organized
Homework: Please share the four "Parent Homework" handouts with your grownups and return the Syllabus signature page by Friday.
Social Studies
Monday Classwork:
- Discussion of rules in society and why we need them
- Brainstorming with white boards - Rules and Norms for our Classroom
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Monday (8/17) - Friday (8/21): Welcome Back Spirit Week 🎉
Tuesday: Zoom Day
Wednesday: Adam Sandler Day
Thursday: Sunglasses Day
Friday: HMS Spirit Day
Friday (8/21): Syllabus - Parent Signature page due
Wednesday (8/26): Make-Up Picture Day 📸
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night * Parents Only
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Friday, August 14
Next week, ASB is sponsoring a Spirit Week.
The information about each day's theme is shown below.
Homerooms get spirit points for participating!
English
Friday Classwork: Writing Activity, "Which emoji represents how you are feeling about starting middle school?" - revising and editing, final draft of paragraph, emoji art
Homework: Try to have your school supplies organized and ready by Monday. Refer to the blue handout or the link below for reminders about what supplies are needed.
Social Studies
Friday Classwork:
- Friend Spotting
- History Alive Video - "Themes of World History: Human-Environment Interaction"
Homework: none
Upcoming Dates
Monday (8/17) - Friday (8/21): Welcome Back Spirit Week 🎉
Wednesday (8/26): Make-Up Picture Day 📸
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night * Parents Only
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Thursday, August 13
What a great second day of school! Thank you to everyone for being attentive, respectful, and eager to learn!
Students, if you did not do this in class, please remember to put a label on your Chromebook with your first and last name. They all look the same and yours can easily be accidentally picked up by another student. You can use a sticky note or a removable sticker or piece of tape. This will be your Chromebook until you turn it in at the end of 8th grade, so take good care of it! Some of my past students have purchased a padded sleeve/cover to carry it from home to school. Looking on Amazon, there are many options that can be purchased for around $10 - $12. Also, please remember not to place heavy items on top of your Chromebook to avoid damaging the circuit board and/or screen.
Also, remember to charge your Chromebook each night! You do not need to bring your charger to school.
Keep it at home since there really is no place to use your charger at school.
English
Thursday Classwork: Emoji writing project - rough draft paragraph
Homework: If you did not finish the rough draft for the Emoji writing project, please complete it for homework. Don't forget to refer to the grading rubric on the back as you do your final revising and editing.
Social Studies
Thursday Classwork:
- Distribution of Chromebooks
- Directions for how to access Mrs. Doan's Classes/Homework page on the hehms.us website (All students subscribed by email)
- Gmail login practice
- Clever orientation
Homework:
- Complete the "Back to School Student Survey" that was emailed to you from me ([email protected]) on August 11.
- If you have not already done so, keep working on gathering your school supplies and try to have them organized by Monday. The list is attached below for your reference.
Upcoming Dates
Friday (8/14): ASB Kickoff Assembly (HMS Gym) 🍎
Monday (8/17) - Friday (8/21): Welcome Back Spirit Week 🎉
Wednesday (8/26): Make-Up Picture Day 📸
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night * Parents Only
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School
Due:
UPDATES
Posting for Wednesday, August 12
Happy First Day of School! 🦊
What a great first day! We went over a lot of information today, so I understand that you may feel a bit overwhelmed. Remember, teachers will review procedures multiple times over the coming weeks to ensure clarity and understanding. I encourage you to ask questions and seek help when needed. My goal is for students to feel safe and comfortable in their new learning environment. I am confident this will be a rewarding, productive, and successful year for all!
Today, we reviewed school supplies and what materials you will need for class each day. As a reminder, please bring the following every day:
1. Your English/Social Studies white binder with the handouts in the front pocket
2. Binder Reminder (you received this in Homeroom today)
3. pencil bag/box with supplies (please have all supplies by Monday, August 17th)
4. school-issued Chromebook (you will receive yours this week!)
5. water bottle (optional)
* Please remember that rolling backpacks are not permitted on campus, unless prior authorization has been obtained from administration.
HOMEWORK
1. Complete the "Back to School" online survey (Google Form) by Friday. It was emailed to your student email account. Always use your school email account when completing school assignments.
2. Begin gathering school supplies. Today, you received a list of supplies (blue handout) with a checklist of supplies that are needed in our class. It is also posted below for your convenience. Please have supplies by Monday, August 17th. Thank you so much to those who donated Kleenex and wipes today! It is very much appreciated!
Reminders
Please remember that students are not allowed in school hallways
prior to the 8:00 a.m. bell. Thank you so much for your cooperation!
The HMS bell schedule is linked below. ⏰ 🛎
Upcoming Dates
Friday (8/14): ASB Kickoff Assembly (HMS Gym) 🍎
Monday (8/17) - Friday (8/21): Welcome Back Spirit Week 🎉
Wednesday (8/26): Make-Up Picture Day 📸
Thursday (8/27): Back-to-School Night * Parents Only
Friday (8/28): Minimum Day (12:40 PM Dismissal)
Monday (9/7): Labor Day - No School