Kirtland's Kapsule: November 2010

Welcome

Welcome to 2nd semester. We have covered a lot of ground and have a lot more to do. I am very pleased with the progress the students made during first semester. I want you to know that all their hard work will serve them well this semester as we undertake the study of physical science.

Our first topic is chemistry. As always, it is important that they know their vocabulary words so they can learn the concepts as they are presented in class. Having an understanding of the vocabulary really gives them an advantage as they come to class and we discuss different topics. I would like for them to show understanding of the word instead of just being able to give me the book definition. It is also very important that students spend some time each evening studying their notes and vocabulary. They do not have to spend more than a few minutes -- whatever it takes for them to go over the material, but the consistency is important.

If you have any questions for me, you can reach me through the school email or I have given all my students my phone number. Do not hesitate to call me. If you do not reach me, just leave a message and I will return your call.

Kay Kirtland

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

     Thanks to everyone who helped make Camp Cosby one of the best trips we have ever had! I am so proud of our students! I will be grading their camp notebooks soon and will return them after Thanksgiving.

     We have begun a new unit and are currently studying Chapter D3 "Our Solar System". This chapter will be on the test students will take during exam week. I would like to encourage everyone to study a little every night as homework. The material in this chapter is not particularly hard but there is a lot of it! Staying on top of studying will pay great dividends.

      For my Bible class: There will be a QUIZ on lesson 11 Wednesday,
                                     November 17th.

      Science this week: The Lesson 1 review questions are due Wednesday,
                                   the 17th.
                                   There will be a Lesson 1 QUIZ Thursday, the 18th.

      I hope each and everyone of you have a Blessed Thanksgiving time.

                                                                                      Ms. Kay