We are entering our fourth week of school - a "B" week (B classes on Wednesday). Students have already had tests and should have an idea of class expectations. Thanks to all the parents who attended our Open House. It was great to meet so many of you. Please continue to follow teacher blogs to keep up with what is going on in each class.
Our Robotics Team will begin its first "build" of the season this weekend with the kickoff of the BEST competition. Team members will meet at10:00 in the Kelly Gym on the campus of Calhoun Community College in Decatur this Saturday (9/4). Afterwards we will return to Huntsville for lunch at Cici's on University and a team meeting at New Century.
Students interested in learning more about the team should stop by my room after school on Monday OR Tuesday for a brief meeting.
A Day Classes
Biology
We begin a study on chemistry, which for most should be a review of material learned in middle school. Students will:
- Differentiate characteristics of protons, neutrons, and electrons
- Contrast ionic and covalent bonds
- Discuss the importance of water
- Determine the pH of different substances
- Analyze different foods for the presence of sugars, starches, proteins, and fats
Tech Essentials
Students are working on a technical paper and the skills needed to complete one. Skills learned this week will include:
- Adding headers and footers including automatic page numbering
- Determining reliable and valid online resources
- Using MLA style to complete a Sources Cited page
- Inserting a page break
Modeling and Simulations
We have been looking at characteristics of models and simulations as well as completing some simple models using spreadsheets. Students will continue their studies this week by:
- Discussing different types of math models (diffusion, SIR, epidemic, queue theory, etc.)
- Creating a diffusion model using a spreadsheet or programming language
B Day Classes
Multimedia Design
Students have been making great progress in learning some of the more difficult skills in Fireworks, specifically using vector tools. This week they will continue with these tools and use more skills to complete different logos (New Century, personal, company). Skills will include:
- Pen tool - open and closed
- Path tool
- Text manipulation (leading, kerning, text on a path)
Tech Essentials
Same as "A" week classes
Anatomy and Physiology
Students will review pH as well as the importance of inorganic and organic molecules. Specifically they will:
- Determine the pH of various substances
- Analyze various foods for the presence of monosaccharides, starches, proteins, fats
- Determine the claims of different energy drinks as well as review the function of their ingredients
