Buck Byte Quiz

Don't forget...tomorrow is Friday, so there will be a BUCK BYTE QUIZ!

Microscope Mania - Labeling the Microscope

The following is the word bank for today's classwork.  Remember to finish for homework if not finished in class!

*Use the terms to label A – K

Eyepiece

Coarse Adjustment Knob

Arm

Base

Diaphragm

Nosepiece

Stage

Objective Lenses

Stage Clips

Fine Adjustment Knob

Light Source

*Highlight each term!

Use the terms to fill in the descriptions

Support            Ocular

Microscope       Hold

Slide                Specimen

10x   40x          Lenses

Light                Sharpen

High                 Lenses

Low                   Upwards

Magnification     Focusing

 

Email Distribution List

The first distribution list email was sent yesterday, 8/25.  If you did not receive this email, but would like to receive emails in the future, please email ssmith@madison.k12.al.us with your name, your child's name & class period.

Lab Equipment & Safety Test

The 1st test of the year will be Monday, August 29th!  It will cover lab safety and equipment (identify and describe function).

Work in Progress

I am currently re-working the blog for the new school year!  Please check back soon for the 2011-2012 blog!  In the mean time, click around and check out what we will be learning about this year!

2011-2012 Buckhorn Spirit Packs!

The spirit pack includes:

1) Buckhorn Lunchbox/Cooler--listed as holding 12 can drinks

2) Buckhorn Sunglasses

3) Navy Sunglass Strap with "Buckhorn" printed on the back

4) Hand sanitizer in a Buckhorn case with a clip

5) BMS ink pen

6) $2 off coupon for a 2011-2012 Buckhorn T-shirt  --

7) A FREE LOCKER (a $15 value--remember our lockers rent for $15)

The first 300 are selling for $20 and after that, the price will increase to $27.

Get yours now!!!

End-of-Year Information!

Wednesday, May 18^th   Absolute deadline for any late or missing assignments for my class.  Students who are missing work have been notified and reminded daily.

Thursday, May 19^th   Ch. 27 & 28 Test – Students will be allowed to use the study guide worked on in class today for half of the testing time.  Textbook Turn In

Friday, May 20^th   Homeroom - Please bring 50 cents by this date (will be used to purchase stamps & envelopes for end-of-year mailings)

Monday, May 23^rd    Student Council Fundraiser “Ugly Walk”.  $5 per couple to enter.  $2 per student to attend.

Tuesday, May 24^th   Behavior Incentive Field Trip – Roller Coasters Skating in Hampton Cove  (for those who originally qualified and signed up for Stars Game)

Wednesday, May 25^th    7^th Grade Awards Day @ 8:30 am               BMS Gymnasium

Thursday, May 26^th  Last Student Day