Candace Kennington

Contact Information: 704-633-4775 ext. 205

Homework Hotline: 704-633-9561 ext. 6200

General Notes: 

Special thanks to all the parents who returned notes regarding school and team tutoring.  We are happy that so many of our students are going to participate in this wonderful opportunity. 

What's on the menu this week, next week?

February 8-12 Back to Social Studies for a study of the Nordic/Scandinavian Region. There will be a small amount of homework and individual packets sent home with students so keep an eye on those agendas. 

Now the technical part of the course.

Science:

General topics for science this quarter will cover earth science, the structure of the earth, plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes.

The goals and objectives from the NCSCOS covered this quarter will include:

• 1.03 Manipulate lab materials and equipment
• 1.05 Analyze evidence regarding observations, using inferences and predictions, explaining relationships between evidence and explanations
• 1.06 Use mathematics to gather, organize, and present data
  
• 1.08 Use oral and written language to communicate effectively
• 1.10 Analyze and evaluate information from a scientifically literate viewpoint by reading, hearing, or viewing
• 3.01 Evaluate the forces that shape the lithosphere including crustal plate movement, volcanic activity and earthquakes.
  
• 3.02 Examine earthquake and volcano patterns.
• 3.03 Explain the model for the interior of the earth.
• 3.07 Assess the use of technology and information systems in monitoring lithospheric phenomenon.
  

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Social Studies: 

General topics for this year will include a study of Europe.  We will examine both key cultural, historical, and geographical aspects of Europe. Third quarter will cover the regions of Nordic Europe, Western Europe, Mediterranean Europe, Eastern Europe and Russia. 

The goals and objectives from the NCSCOS covered this quarter will include:

• Competency Goal 1:  Students will use the five themes of geography and geographic tools to answer geographic questions and analyze concepts
• Competency Goal 2:  Students will analyze the impact of interactions between humans and their physical environment
• Competency Goal 4:  Students will identify significant patterns in the movement of people, goods and ideas over time and place
• Competency Goal 7:  Students will assess connections between historical events and contemporary issues
• Competency Goal 8:  Students will assess the influence and contributions of individuals and cultural groups
• Competency Goal 9:  Students will analyze the different forms of government developed in Europe
• Competency Goal 10:  Students will compare the rights and civic responsibilities of individuals in political structures in Europe
• Competency 12:  Students will assess the influence of major religions, ethical beliefs, and values on cultures in Europe

                                                         

 

       Please send me an email if you have questions or concerns.  That's all for now!