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   1. Mr. Barkley October 14th, 2014
   2. Read toward your October book goal.  Also, please make sure to turn in your progress reports.  Veteran profiles are still being collected.
   3. Mr. Barkley October 2nd, 2014
   4. Book goals for October are now in progress.  Three chapter books, or 360 pages are required to get an 85. Any additional books read over that will result in +5 points/book.  Please have you child send in a picture of their veteran, either from their service years or with your child standing next to them.  We will creating a power point slide of the photos for the Veteran Celebration.  Thank you.
   5. Mr. Barkley October 1st, 2014
   6. Book goals were due today.  There are no extra days given to meet their deadlines.  The students now have to read 3 books for their October goals, or 360 pages.
   7. Mr. Barkley September 30th, 2014
   8. Book goals are due tomorrow.  They must read 240 pages, which is equivalent to two books.  They will receive an "85" for meeting their goals.  Each additional book will add +5 points to their score.
   9. Mr. Barkley September 29th, 2014
   10. Book goals are due on October 1st.  The students must read two chapter books no shorter than 120 pages each.
   11. Mr. Barkley September 24th, 2014
   12. Book goal requirements.  Please finish numbering your paper outlines with you r questions.  Also, those of you who have not completed their interviews have this as your last night.
   13. Mr. Barkley September 23rd, 2014
   14. Continue to read toward your book goal.  Please have your Veteran interviews completed by tonight.  We will start drafting the notes into a paper profile starting tomorrow.  Those of you who do not have an interview completed will stay after with Mr. Armstrong this afternoon. he has donated his time.  Thank you in advance. 
   15. Mr. Barkley September 19th, 2014
   16. If you can get your interviews completed over the weekend then please feel free to start the process.  If that is not possible, then the deadline for completing them is this coming Tuesday.  Some students still do not have their permission forms turned in for the veterans.  They will now receive a "0" for their grade.  They must have someone designated by Monday, or we will stay after school on Tuesday and set up the interviews.
   17. Mr. Barkley September 17th, 2014
   18. Please make sure that your child has a permission form from a veteran by tomorrow.  Each day that it is not turned in is a drop in their grades.  We will be starting the unit on Monday.
   19. Mr. Barkley September 16th, 2014
   20. Book goal as usual.  Make sure to turn in your veteran's name that you will be interviewing by tomorrow.  If turned in by Wednesday you will receive a "100.'  If turned in Thursday you will receive a "90."  If turned in Friday you will receive an "80."  Any sheets not turned in by Friday will result in a "0" for a grade..
   21. Mr. Barkley September 15th, 2014
   22. Read toward your book goal.  Get your Veteran's permission to interview them.  Write it down on a piece of paper and hand it in on Wednesday.  It will be a free "100" in writing class.  Resumes are due no later than Thursday for Mr. Barkley's class.
   23. Mr. Barkley September 12th, 2014
   24. There isn't any assignment for the weekend.  Enjoy it by relaxing a reading a book for your book goal.
   25. Mr. Barkley September 11th, 2014
   26. Book goals continued.  After three days, we still don't have references from a handful of students. They have all received a "0" for their first writing grades.  I have posted these requirements on the webpage, numerous times in their planner and in person over a dozen times.  Could you please ensure that your child comes to school with (2) references tomorrow.  They can not be a parent or sibling.  They must provide phone numbers to be acceptable.  This is part of their resume requirements.
   27. Mr. Barkley September 10th
   28. Read toward the book goal.  Turn in (2) references with phone number no later than tomorrow.  References not turned in will be graded as a "0".  They are required for the completion of their professional resume.
   29. Mr.Barkley September 9th, 2014
   30. Continue reading toward your book goals for September.  Also, you are required to turn in two references for your resume tomorrow.  They can not be a family member, and you must have their phone numbers available, as we will be calling them.
   31. Mr. Barkley September 8th, 2014
   32. Make sure to read toward you book goal tonight.  You must read three chapter books for the month of September.  Each chapter book must be a least (120) pages.  Start thinking about who you can use as a reference for you resume.  Make sure to ask permission to share their phone numbers.
   33. Mr. Barkley September 5th, 2014
   34. We need to have all forms completed and returned, no later than Monday, September 8th.  A large, 8 page packet was sent home, along with three informational sheets this summer.  Please, get them in ASAP.  Begin reading for your 25 book goal.
   35. Mr. Barkley April 28th, 2014 at 1:38 PM
   36. Students are responsible for bringing in paper copies of their resume.  They are also required to turn in parts to build their "trash bots."
   37. Mr. Barkley April 8th, 2014 at 10:23 AM
   38. I apologize for not updating the homework page more often, but the students have been receiving the majority of their instruction within my classroom, thus the work is being completed here at school.  As usual they are expected to read toward their monthly book goals.  They also are responsible for completing their exit ticket for lesson #2 on positive and negative integers.
   39. Mr. Barkley March 20th at 9:53 AM
   40. Students must finish their extended response questions tonight for homework.  They are writing two paragraphs.  The assignment is on the main page.  They must also finish their notes on the back for a separate assessment grade.
   41. Mr. Barkley March 13th at 10:48 AM
   42. Students must finish their extended response essay from their paired passages assignment.  Any other questions that have not been answered must also be completed.  As usual, please read toward your book goal.  Thank you.
   43. Mr. Barkley March 3rd at 12:41 PM
   44. Today is the final chance to turn in your book log for February.  As usual, we are asking that the reading be completed at home.  Progress reports will be coming out at the end of the week, so make sure to speak with your child about any assignments that they need to turn in.  
   45. Mr. Barkley February 28th at 10:07 AM
   46. Students must hand in their book logs on Monday, March 3rd.  
   47. Mr. Barkley February 25th at 10:10 AM
   48. Read for your February book goals.  Also, start thinking about topics for writing extended responses.
   49. Mr. Barkley February 24th at 12:42 PM
   50. Students are expected to meet their book goals and turn in their logs on next Monday.  Also, work on completing your travel brochures for Mrs. Santamore.
   51. Mr. Barkley February 10th at 1:32 AM
   52. Get your materials in for your poster board!!!  Practice your presentation at home with your parents.  Make sure to have index cards to assist.  Practice!! Practice!! Practice!!
   53. Mr. Barkley February 5th at 9:23 AM
   54. Students are expected to bring in any materials they may need their poster boards.  Please continue to read for your book goals.  The Science Fair is next Thursday.  We look forward to seeing you there.  There will be Shamrock Shakes, popcorn and possibly hot dogs on sale.
   55. Mr. Barkley February 3rd at 10:33 AM
   56. Experiments are in the final stages.  If they have not been completed today then they must be finished at home!!  The final science report is due this Thursday.  As usual, continue to read toward your book goal.
   57. Mr. Barkley January 30th at 3:14 PM
   58. Students are expected to complete their experiments now, if they are conducting them at home.  All data must be recorded in their science notebooks.  Please make sure to take pictures of their work and video if possible.  DO NOT TAKE FACIAL SHOTS OF ANY PARTICIPANTS!!!!!!!  As usual, please continue to read for your book goal.  They are due on Monday.
   59. Mr Barkley January 24th, 2014 at 9:11 AM. 
   60. Students need to begin to collect all necessary materials needed for their experiments.  Some can come straight from home, while others may need to be purchased.  Let's make sure that our students come to school on Monday with a few of these needed items.  As always, please continue to read toward your book goal.
   61. Mr. Barkley January 22nd, 2014 at 11:42 AM
   62. There is not an assignment in Writing tonight as we have been keeping the students here at school until 5:00 PM.  Please make sure to continue to read toward you book goals for January.
   63. Mr. Barkley January 17th, 2014 at 11:42 AM
   64. Their isn't an assignment over the weekend, but all groups that are behind on their research should finalize their notes over the weekend.  As usual, please continue to read toward your January book goal.
   65. Mr. Barkley January 16th, 2014 at 8:49 AM
   66. We are asking the students to find an experiment that has been completed that is similar to their current research experiment.  Please continue to read for your January book goal.
   67. Mr. Barkley January 15th, 2014 at 2:30 PM
   68. Tonight the students are required to continue researching their questions at home, and to make sure that their questions effectively answer their overall hypothesis.  Continue to read for your January book goal.
   69. Mr. Barkley January 14th, 2014 at 10:06 AM
   70. The students who were absent last week due to illness or legally excused were required to turn in their work today.  We are really experiencing a drop in homework being turned in.  When homework is given, there is always an important reason behind it.  We are asking that you, the parent, get involved in the research process with your child at home.  There must be a carryover in order for this program to be implemented successfully.  Students are expected to locate another source tonight, either through the encyclopedia or from an informational book.  As always, please read for your book goal.
   71. Mr. Barkley January 13th, 2014 at 11:20 AM
   72. Students were required to hand in their three pieces of research that they located over the weekend.  Tonight they are expected to continue reading and collecting information from their sources.  The book goal numbers are down for December, which means that students are not reading at home.  Parents, please take the time to ensure that your child is reading.  When we all do our part, the child benefits.  Thank you in advance for your continued support.
   73. Mr. Barkley January 10th, 2014 at 1:37 PM
   74. Over the weekend, your child is responsible for locating three resources that will provide professionally researched information on their topics.  They must use their guided questions to justify the resources.  If they do not have a printer, then they are responsible for writing down the webpage/url and turning it in on Monday.  If they turn in 2, they receive a "0" for a grade.  When they turn in three sources they will receive a "95", and if one of them happens to be an actual book, they they will receive a "100."  It is that simple.   A little bit of research and some motivation will yield a "100."
   75. Mr. Barkley January 9th, 2014 at 12:40 AM
   76. Students will begin to research their topics tomorrow.  They were required to have their topic chosen by today, but unfortunately, some did not.  They must get that done TONIGHT  at home.  Your child's success is a collaborative process between the parent and teacher.  Together we can make it happen, but me must be together.
   77. Mr. Barkley January 8th, 2014 at 10:12 AM
   78. Students created an essay that set up their driving question for the science research project.  At home, we are expecting students to continue to research their topic and get ideas to "nail down" specifically what they would like to study.  They must also continue to read toward their book goals.
   79. Mr. Barkley January 7th, 2014 at 11:43 AM
   80. We have just begun our new projects!!  Students are still required to hand in their book log for the month of December.  I will give them until tomorrow.  Please have your science topics chosen and ready to be covered by Thursday.
   81. Mr. Barkley December 12th at 9:56 AM
   82. Deadline day for the final copy police report!!  Most of our detectives were able to produce results.  As I stated earlier, some are still struggling with the concept of a deadline and feel that things can get handed in when they get handed in.  Unfortunately, in the real world, second chances and extended time are not the norm.  I use the real world scenario in this classroom.  Grades are being effected by the choices of the student, not the teacher.  If work is completed in a timely manner, then students are rewarded with a fair grade.  If they are not, then the student chooses to receive a "0."  There is not an assignment tonight as the students are using class time to reenact the crime scenes at Ernie's Lunchroom.  You could always read toward your book goal, or continue to research topics for the Science Fair.
   83. Mr. Barkley December 11th at 8:23 AM
   84. Today was the deadline for the rough draft version of the police report.  Many students were able to complete the task as they took the time during AIS and after school to ensure the completion of the project.  Others chose to not complete the task and received a score of "0."  Today's assignment is to complete the final copy of the police report.  It is due tomorrow.  No excuses or extra time will be given.
   85. Mr. Barkley December 10th at 8:23 AM
   86. Students are currently working on drafting their rough copies of the police report.  Whatever they do not finish today in school they may take home and complete tonight as homework.  The rough draft is due in class tomorrow.  No exceptions.

   1. Mr. Barkley December 3rd at 9:54 AM
   2. Students do not have homework.  Please begin reading for your December book goal. The writing class is working on evidence-based practices using text and observable evidence to write a warrant.  
   3. Mr. Barkley December 2nd at 2:36 PM
   4. There is no homework tonight!!  Book logs were due today.  I apologize for not getting more homework up, but there seems to be a glitch in the program.
   5. Mr. Barkley November 25th at 10:14 AM
   6. Students must hand in their Reader's Notebooks by December 2nd.  Students, please make sure to create two questions you have regarding Ancient Greek Civilizations that were not answered from the project.

   1. Mr. Barkley November 20th at 10:17 AM
   2. No homework. Greek Fest countdown in 1 Day!!!

   Mr. Barkley November 19th at 9:21 AM
   No homework.  Greek Fest countdown in 2 Days!!
   Mr. Barkley November 18th at 9:23 AM
   No homework. We are busy focusing on the Greek Fest.
   Mr. Barkley November 15th at 8:44 AM
   The final journal entry is due on Monday.  Book goals.  Figure out our plan for presentation at the Greek Fest.  Enjoy your weekend.  You guys deserve it.
   Mr. Barkley November 14th at 8:39 AM
   Journal entry #9 is due tomorrow.  Book goals.  Create ideas for our Greek Fest presentations: powerpoints, animate, prezis, etc...
   Mr. Barkley November 13th at 9:35 AM
   Journal entry #8 is due tomorrow.  Read for your book goals.  Think about the next news story that you would like to capture.
   Mr. Barkley November 12 at 10:13 AM
   Students must make sure to finish their journal entries each evening.  Some are beginning to slip.  Also, continue to read for your book goals.
   Mr. Barkley November 7th at 12:30 PM
   Continue to read toward your book goal as usual.  Journal entry #5 is due tomorrow.
   Mr. Barkley November 6th at 11:18 AM
   Continue to read towrd your book goals.  Make sure to finish your journal entries and hand them in each day.
   Mr. Barkley November 5th at 12:25 PM
   We are currently creating newspapers, blogs and broadcasts.  Keep reading for your book goals!!
   Mr. Barkley November 4th at 1:02 PM
   Practice your broadcasting skills with your parents and finish any work not completed in the journalism room.
   Mr. Barkley November 1st at 11:28 AM
   Begin practicing your interview skills by watching reporters on t.v.  Also practice delivering news to your parents by reading newspaper articles to them.  There is always some much you could do to become a better journalist.
   Mr. Barkley October 31st at 10:57 AM
   The only homework assignment tonight is to collect as much candy as possible and bring it in to your writing teacher tomorrow.!!!!
   Mr. Barkley October 30th at 10:07 AM
   The only homework for tonight is to be prepared for a great day of Halloween enjoyment.  Don't forget your costumes!!
   Mr. Barkley October 29th at 10:05 AM
   Students must have their Greek Research projects completed for tomorrow.  Many students brought home their essays to finalize their research.  Students are always encouraged to bring home work that is not finished here in class.
   Mr. Barkley October 28th at 8:27 PM
   There is no homework for tonight.  We will be studying Greek Gods tomorrow.
   Mr. Barkley October 23rd at 10:09 AM
   Those students who did not finish The Lighning Thief must do so.  There is no assignment due for tomorrow.  If your child is working on a technology presentation for Fall Fest then we are asking that they have their work prepared to present.
   Mr. Barkley October 22nd at 11:37 AM
   Final night to finish The Lightning Thief.  Get it done for your test tomorrow.  Good luck!!!
   Mr. Barkley October 21st, at 2:30 PM
   Students must continue to read the The Lightning Thief.  The book should be completed Tuesday evening at the latest.  Sorry about the late update but Blog Spot seems to have techinical issues at times.
   Mr. Barkley October 18th at 1:20 PM
   Students must continue to read The Lightning Thief.  We will be completing a hero chart on Percy starting Tuesday, and the students are expected to write a comparative essay for assessment on Wednesday.
   Mr. Barkley October 17th at 12:06 PM
   Students are to continue reading The Lightning Thief.  I understand that not all students can read three chapters a night.  We have set up our groups accordingly to allow for collaboration and sharing.  Students will be well informed about the book and the character Percy before any assessments are given.  The students enjoy challenges and many of them are rising to the ocassion.    
   Mr. Barkley October 16th at 9:33 AM
   The students are writing about heroes and Percy Jackson. They must read at least 3 chapters a night to keep up.  The book must be completed by next Tuesday.  The comparison paper will begin on Wednesday.
   Mr. Barkley October 10th at 3:00 PM
   Deadline day has passed for the police reports.  Make sure your child is still reading The Lightning Thief over the weekend.  See you at the Board Meeting on Tuesday @ 6:00 PM.
   Mr. Barkley October 9th at 2:17 PM
   Tonight is the final night to be able to finalize their police reports in order to meet their deadline of 2:35 PM tomorrow.  Also, make sure to read chapter 6 of The Lightning Thief.
   Mr. Barkley October 8th at 11:50 AM
   Students must begin reading chapter 6 of The Lightning Thief.  They are also expected to bring their police reports home and work on them with you. Progress reports will be handed out and are expected to be returned on Thursday.
   Mr. Barkley October 3rd at 2:23 PM
   The only work due is to make sure that you read chapter 5 of The Lightning Thief
   Mr. Barkley October 2nd at 1:34 PM
   Students need to make sure they are prepared for their book discussion and review work with Mrs. Zappia on Friday.  Chapter 5 is due in the Lightning Thief.  Students must also have their 5 pieces of new evidence completed before they can file their police reports.  Some may need to stay after school
   Mr. Barkley October 1st at 2:26 PM
   Students must read chapter five of the Lightning Thief by Wednesday night.  They must also discuss heroes they have read about or seen in movies.  Examples of heroes are: Dorothy, Superman, Cinderella, etc..
   Mr. Barkley September 30th at 12:06 PM
   We do not have any homework for writing tonight.  Everything will be done in the classroom.
   Mr. Barkley September 27th at 1:49 PM
   Students who are running for elected office must have their speeches finalized and approved by their teachers before being allowed to address the Middle School  using the PA System.  make sure that you practice over the weekend, preferably with your parents.  Good luck!!
   Mr. Barkley September 26th at 11:05 AM
   No homework. Writing  Assessments are being evaluated.  Students who are running for an elected position must have their written speeches completed by tomorrow.
   Mr. Barkley September 25th at 11:04 AM
   No homework assigned as I am currently grading and evaluating their Writing Assessments.
   Mr. Barkley September 24th at 11:54 AM
   No homework tonight due to Reading Assessments.  We will soon be back on track with work being sent home.  Thank you for your patience.
   Mr. Barkley September 23rd at 11:16 AM
     There is not a homework  assignment for tonight.  However, your child may be interested in running for an elected seat on the STEM student council.  If they are, then could you please discuss with them the importance of being an elected official and the role of each office seat.  We are posting seats for: President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer.  The students must select a specific seat to run for.  Thank you for being a huge part in your child's academic successes.
    Mr. Barkley September 20th at 2:41 PM
   Today was DEADLINE Day.  All work was turned in.  Resumes are are complete.  Look for pictures soon.
    Mr. Barkley September 19th at 11:39AM
   Once again, their is not a specific assignment for Writing for homework.  Students are finishing their final copies and those who have not can once again bring them home to work on any missing information.  Thank you.
   
   Mr. Barkley September 18th at 11:37 AM
   There are no homework assignments currently due as we are in the final conference stage for writing.  Students are able to bring their resume home to work on it if necessary.  They must meet their deadline of this Friday.
   
   
   Mr. Barkley September 17th, 2013 at 1:05 PM
   The only homework for the students tonight is to make sure that they have all necessary information for their drafted resume.  The necessary information includes: phone numbers, references, addresses and correct dates.  As parents of these students, you have that information readily available.  Students will also be spending their AIS periods in my room to meet the Friday deadline.
   
   Mr. Barkley September 16th, 2013 at 1:05 PM
   There is not an assignment tonight.  The students who have missing documents for their resume are still required to bring them in: references, borrowed resume, and created resume.  Thank you.
   
   Mr. Barkley September 13th, 2013 at 2:05 PM
   We do not have any major homework to complete over the weekend.  I am asking that you please check your child's planner to make sure they haven't written in any questions for their resume.  Some students did not know certain phone numbers of employers or addresses.  They also had some questions that only their parents would know.  Once again, thank you for being an essential piece of your child's educational puzzle.
   
   Mr. BarkleySeptember 12th, 2013 at 2:09 PM
   Lucky ducks!!!  No homework for tonight.  I am asking that any back work owed by your child be turned in immediately.  Even though their grade will show "0" they are still responsible for turning in missing pieces.  These pieces of missing work are part of the puzzle being put together.  We don't want our children falling behind.  Thank you.
   
   Mr. BarkleySeptember 11th, 2013 at 10:38 AM
   Today the students began drafting their own resumes.  Tonight for homework they are expected to find and get the permission from two people to use as a reference on their resume.  They must get their permission and contact information: phone number, email address, etc.  The students are not allowed to ask a parent or sibling, not use a peer.  The reference can be a past employer, teacher, principal, neighbor, bus driver, custodian....  The possibilities are endless.  Some students are still not completing their assigned work.  Their grade each day is a "0".  Please remember that we are in this together.  Homework is an essential part of the educational process.  We do not accept excuses.  Thank you.
   
   Mr. BarkleySeptember 10th, 2013 at 11:17 AM
   In class we began building our resumes using an online resource in school.  The students printed out their resumes and will be bringing them home tonight.  Their assignment is to revise and edit the resume using a pencil with your assistance.  We will then use the revised resumes to draft an updated version using technology in class.  Thank you.
   
   Mr. BarkleySeptember 9, 2013 at 11:44 AM

   Happy Monday!!! Don't forget that resumes are due tomorrow. You have three options: borrow, print from internet, or ask a teacher. There will be no exceptions after tomorrow.

   Mr. BarkleySeptember 6, 2013 at 10:57 AM

   Hello again!! The assignment for today is to locate a resume and turn it in. We are asking students to go home this weekend and grab a resume from their parents or anyone who has one. If they can not get their hands on one then they can access the internet and print a resume. Is due on Tuesday. Good luck

   Mr. BarkleySeptember 5, 2013 at 2:38 PM

   Hello!! We need your children to return all of their forms: emergency, reduced lunch, acceptable use policy, etc. Thank you.

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