Seventh graders practiced using the 10 SAT Vocabulary words in their own sentences. Students also orally presented their “Shoebox Speeches.” Each student showed 10 items and explained the personal importance of the item. Students were graded on volume, clarity, eye contact, length of time (2-3 minutes), and content (reasons).
Mrs. Foster
This week’s Do Now focus was on Main Idea. Students read and wrote down a short paragraph and underlined the topic sentence. In the SRA booklets, students read a practice story called “Black Widow Spiders” and answered comprehension and word study questions. They practiced self-grading and scoring as well. For homework in Taking the High Road, two stories with questions were completed.
Mrs. Foster
This week, students were given their first set of ten SAT Vocabulary words and definitions. Students then completed sentences using the ten words correctly. “Shoebox Speech” guidelines and requirements were given out and explained. I also performed live my own speech as an example to the class. Students created a Speech Outline listing their own ten items and two reasons for each item. Finally, students completed the Procedures Test based on the expectations and routines in my classroom.
Mrs. Foster
Seventh graders reviewed and practiced usage of the SRA Reading Kits. They completed two, three-minute pre-tests to be placed at their personal, reading ability level. In addition, students completed the first story in the Taking the High Road workbook for a completion grade.
Mrs. Foster
Students reviewed and practiced procedures, many of which were the same as last year. We passed out textbooks and shared some about our learning styles. Students completed a Daybook assignment and had the opportunity with Mrs. Candelier to take the pre-qualifier spelling test.
Mrs. Foster
This week Middle School is working on Pointillism. Pointillism is a technique of painting using dots of colors very close to one another (instead of mixed colors) allowing the eye to mix the colors for you.
Sixth and seventh grade are working on Partial Pointillism, where only half of their paintings will be in the pointillism technique, while eight grade is working on painting a picture entirely in the pointillism style.
Pointillism although created in the late 1800’s by unconventional artist who were mocked for this new style of painting, is still used today. Television sets, computer screens and even digital cameras use a form of pointillism. Ever look really close at a computer or television screen? You’ll notice that the picture you are seeing is made up of tiny little dots of unmixed colors, the most common (cyan, magenta, yellow). Today we call it pixels or mega pixels.
Just imagine… what would our world be like without the unconventional artist?
Ms. Arnau
Students have been learning about the Treble Clef and Basic Theory. They will be continuing their knowledge of theory by starting their journey on guitars. Students will learn three to four chords by the end of the month as well as play their first song on the guitar.
Mrs. Racoma
This year we had over 500 in attendance at our Annual Academic Banquet. Students that have made the Honor Roll, High Roll or Principal’s List are honored each year with trophies at our banquet. The gymnasium was decorated in Red, White and Blue and the food was fantastic. We had a great time celebrating all of our students accomplishments. Way to Go!!!!!
Check out “Galleries” for fabulous pics.
National Honor Society is a society of leaders. Students participate in group projects that assist the community. They are challenged in the areas of Service, Leadership, Scholarship and Character. It is a beautiful candlelit ceremony filled with great accomplishments. Members pledge to follow 1 Timothy 4:12 . Honor Stoles and Honor Cords are presented to Officers and Seniors. This year we had the pleasure of welcoming 56 students into NHS and 50 into NJHS. We are so very proud for all of our students accomplishments.
National Honor Society
Guidelines for Admission
Guidelines for National Honor Society (NHS)
Open to 9th through 12th grade students.
Students must maintain a cumulative average each year of 85% with no failing grades.
Students must be in good behavioral standing (no excessive detentions or discipline problems).
Students must demonstrate outstanding performance in areas of scholarship, service, leadership and character.
Students will meet 4 times a year with their advisor and conduct one service project of their choice.
Inductees will be charged for their membership card and pin. 12th grade inductees will be additionally charged for an Honor Stole that will be worn at the Induction Ceremony (usually in May) and at their graduation.
Inductees can purchase additional merchandise from the catalog on their own.
Students must be in attendance at Evangel for at least 3 consecutive quarters or be in good standing with their former school.
Students must not have excessive latenesses or absences unless they are excused.
Guidelines for National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)
Open to 6th through 8th grade students.
Same academic and discipline standards as NHS.
8th grade inductees will be additionally charged for an Honor Stole that will be worn at the Induction Ceremony (usually in May) and at their graduation.
Guidelines for National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS)
Open to 4th through 5th grade students.
Same academic and discipline standards as NHS
To Remain on NHS, NJHS, NEHS
The student must maintain an average of 85% , must remain in good behavioral standing and must participate in all
NHS, NJHS or NEHS activities and meetings.
Click below to view program, members and inductees.
Check out “Galleries” for fantastic pictures.