Team 7-L BLOG UPDATE
Team 7-L Science with Mr. Dellinger
In
science we have moved into Life Sciences. In the past few weeks students have
learned about the six characteristics of life, the classification system, and
taxonomy. Students have shown great interest
in these topics and we have discussed the possibilities of bringing back the
woolly mammoth and what makes a species unique.
Recently students had the opportunity to learn about microscopes and the
macro-invertebrates that live in ponds and streams. Students used pipets to suck up small
invertebrates in the water and place them on slides. Students were encouraged to take pictures
through the eyepiece of the microscopes of their findings.
Above
are some images from the day of investigating the macroinvertebrate world under
the scope. Currently, students are
completing an animal classification powerpoint.
Team 7-L Social Studies with Mr.
Arigo
Mr. Arigo’s Social Studies classes have students working and presenting their
own individual projects. We are working
on improving their speaking skills and discussing historical contributions of
those significant personalities throughout Pennsylvania’s history. Students worked on a Scavenger Hunt for
credit while on the 7L field trip to Gettysburg checking out the major areas in
the battle. Mr. Arigo is also excited
for students to knock him out in the dunk tank on June 2 during Fun Day.
Team 7-L Math with Mr. Flay
This
is it!!! This week we will be finishing
Chapter 12: 3-D figures. It has been a great year! The photo above is from our recent field trip
to Gettysburg! Students’ and teachers’
alike had a wonderful time exploring the museum and battlefield! I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable
summer! See you next year!
Team 7-L Academic Lit. with Mrs.
Vasellas
Mrs. Vasellas' Academic Lit class have finished the
year with an Argumentative Essay. Students had to research and decide which was
better . . . paper bags or plastic bags. Students also had to do an outline for
the supporting paragraphs, which included a counter claim. A 4 Square for the introductory paragraph and
a works cited was also required.
Team 7-L English with Miss Maxwell
Miss
Maxwell's English classes have been working hard on a Superhero Narrative. Students were asked to create either a
superhero or a supervillian and write a story about his or her adventures!
Students have not only been writing super stories, but also working on
historical fiction. Students just handed
in a scrapbook project about a historical fiction novel. Most of these assignments were fantastic!
Team 7-L Martin with Mr. Martin
As we approach the end of the year, we are
wrapping up our final unit on First Aid and Safety Prevention. Throughout this unit students have learned a
variety of different skills related to many different first aid emergencies
including: burns, wounds, weather emergencies, heat and cold related
emergencies, allergic reactions, asthma, heart attacks, stroke, diabetes,
musculoskeletal injuries, shock, poisoning, seizures, breathing emergencies,
choking, and more.
In addition to these topics, we have
discussed a great deal of different topics and issues throughout this school
year including: physical, mental, emotional, and social wellness, tobacco,
alcohol, and other drugs, non-communicable diseases, and much more.
I hope and trust this year has
been a smooth transition for everyone and will be looked back upon with many
fond memories and as an overall great experience. I also want to take the time to say “Thank
You” to students and families for making this teaching experience an
unforgettable one. This year was another
great opportunity for me to grow as a teacher and person and I hope and trust
this is also true for each student and family as well. In addition, I hope health class has in some
way helped everyone learn more about the importance of health in our lives and
even contributed to each student learning more about themselves. I wish all of
you the best of luck in everything that you do in life and hope you make wise
choices and decisions to help you pursue all of your dreams. Than
