October 28th- November 1st

Good afternoon!  We are fully immersed in our ancient China unit.  This week we are learning about the ancient Chinese philosophers and daily life in early China.

• Tuesday- Confucius and Taoism Reading Quiz (Reading is posted to schoology)
• Friday- CNN Student News Quiz and 8th Grade Field Trip

October 21st- 25th

This week we will begin our unit on Ancient China.

• Thursday: Geography of China Reading Quiz (Reading is posted to schoology)
• Friday: Mandate of Heaven and Oracle Bones Reading Quiz (Reading is posted to schoology) CNN Student News Quiz

October 14th- 17th

We have a busy week ahead of us!  This week we will be studying the Indus Valley River Civilization.  Conference days will be Thursday afternoon and Friday morning.  If you requested a conference you should have received confirmation regarding your conference. 

• Monday- Geography of the Indus Valley.  HW: Life in the Indus Valley Reading
• Tuesday- Life in the Indus Valley reading quiz.  Notes.  HW: Bring a poster for red ribbon week. Study guide for Indus Valley quiz will be given to students.
• Wednesday- Mrs. Garrison will be talking to all students about Red Ribbon Week.  HW: Study for quiz
• Thursday- CNN Student News Quiz, Indus Valley Quiz, Explorer Testing Prep.