Grades Updated on JPAMS

Today's test and binder check have been added to JPAMS.  The lowest grade in both the test and classwork categories have been dropped.  If you do not see a grade on JPAMS for today's work that means that today's score was the lowest in that category.

Binder Check 3.5

Be prepared for a binder check on recent work on Friday.

Test 3.5

Tomorrow we take Test 3.5, covering GLE #20, the Executive Branch, and the bureaucracy.

Please Bring Supplies

I need each student to bring two sharpened #2 pencils to class every day.  Please sharpen your pencils before class to avoid interrupting class.  I prefer black or  dark blue pens for written assignments and mind maps.  Please do not submit written work done in red or other odd colors; I deduct points for failing to follow directions.

GLE #17 Grades Posted to JPAMs

Please see JPAMS for the grades on the GLE #17 assignment.

Legislative Crosswords

Only the PDF version will be available on the iDisk. Use your notes to complete the puzzles.

Test 3.4 Revised

The test will not cover GLE #20, but will cover 18, 19, and the legislative branch.

Test 3.4

Test 3.4 will cover GLEs 18, 19, and 20 as well as the video on the legislative branch. I will give the test on Tuesday.

Mardi Gras Costumes

Please see the instructions given in class (also on the iDisk) about the Mardi Gras costumes.  Mardi Gras is March 8th.

Art Map of Louisiana Reminder

Now is the time to start work on your Art Map of Louisiana.  I distributed instruction in class.  If you lost your copy see the iDisk.

I strongly recommend the 40x60" foam board, non-folding, for ease of use and room to work. I bought 3 at Office Depot recently for a project. Check the hobby stores if the office supply shops are out.

Grades Updated on JPAMS

Please see JPAMS for your latest grades.  If you do not see today's test/binder check then they have been dropped as your lowest grade.

Please be mindful of the deadlines for make-up tests and assignments!  See your agenda for the policy.

GLE #17 Due Friday

The GLE #17 assignment is due Friday for 25 project points. Projects may not be dropped but may be turned in late for -25%/day. The article you use must be from a print periodical (though it may be accessed online) and must PROPOSE SOLUTIONS to the problem. See the iDisk for instructions and the worksheet. I'd like you to attach the article to the worksheet.

Test 3.2 Rescheduled

This morning's announcement that the high school counselor meetings have been moved to Friday requires me to move the test to Monday.  I will give the test on GLEs 14-16 on Thursday. Expect a binder check with each test.

Test/Binder Check 3.2

Our next test and binder check will be on Wednesday, February 9th, or on Friday if we have a school closure.  I will not give the test on Thursday because of a school event that will eliminate 6th period on Thursday.  The test will cover GLEs 11, 12, and 13 as well as the levees material from Monday, January 31st. See the iDisk for help with the GLEs (notes, puzzles, etc.).

The Spanish administrator that stumped several students on the puzzle is Jean-Jacques Blaise d'Abbadie (yes, despite the French name, he worked for Spain).

Art Map of Louisiana

I have posted the new rubric and instructions for the Art Map of Louisiana project on the iDisk. The due date in April is posted on the board in class.