Please note that everyday your child should review the notes from that day's class. These notes are critical when preparing for a quiz/test. I will post on Google classroom the power point that we are working on in class and they should take notes on this material. If at any time your child is unsure about any material presented, they are to communicate via email to me and I will make sure to cover this in class the next day.

Each week, I will post their weekly homework assignments. Please note that homework has a graded value. If it is notes, completing a page in the textbook or a project, I do check it and it has a point value. Rubrics are provided so that the student can assess the weight of each component to ensure the best possible grade. 

Tests and quizzes will be taken using Google classroom. I will not give surprise quizzes or tests. Each quiz and test will have plenty of advanced notice. I use a variety of testing styles including but not limited to multiple choice, true/false, and short answer.

While every effort will be made to ensure your student's success, they must do their part. Follow the rubric, study each night, and pay attention in class and we will find great success moving forward. 

Textbooks must be brought home with you each night to ensure that you are studying and preparing for the next days’ classwork and that you are studying every night the necessary information. Zoom students please remember that you must be on Zoom by 8am for Mrs. Ballintyn’s homeroom and by 8:30am for Mrs. Smith’s homeroom.

HOMEWORK FOR JANUARY 4- JANUARY 13

Due on Jan. 11- This is the date of the quiz on Chapter 9. Please review the powerpoint and the chapter carefully. The quiz will follow the same format as prior quizzes. Carefully review the gifs of the Holy Spirit. Do not forget to ask a parent to help you review the vocabulary and important facts about the sacramental rite.

Due on Jan. 12 via Google Docs- Please write a two-paragraph essay answering the following questions: 

1. What saint’s name would you choose for Confirmation?- 5 points
2. Why would you choose this saint?- 10 points
3. How do you feel called to follow this person’s life? Why do you feel this saint is someone you can follow by choosing their name in Confirmation? 10 points
4. Provide the following important biographical facts about the life of the saint, including their dates of the birth, death and three events in their life that points to their holy devotion to the life of the Church. These could be about their prayer life, how they served the poor, or how they were called to serve God.- 15 points
5. At the conclusion of your paper include an image of the saint.- 5 points

 Follow these guidelines:

1.  Use the correct header- Name, Date, Class, and Assignment name
2.  Use Times New Roman font
3.  Use 12-point font
4.  Double space between sentences
5.  Indent your first sentence
6.  Proof your work- 10 points for this section
7. Do not use contractions in your sentences- total points for this section- 
8. Please be on time. 5 points.

This assignment is worth 65 points and is due as indicated above. It can be submitted earlier. It should be submitted via Google docs.

The quiz on Chapter 9 will be on January 11. This quiz will be taken on Google classroom. Please start studying now. The power point is on-line. Use it to guide you on the critical points from the chapter.

 

HOMEWORK FOR JANUARY 11- JANUARY 15

Due on Jan. 15- Read and take notes on Chapter 10 (pages 122-129). Make sure to highlight vocabulary terms and key concepts of the chapter. Complete the assignment on page 123 and will be checked in class on Jan. 14/Jan 15. This is a homework assignment and is worth 10 points. For virtual students, please take a screenshot of the assignment and email it to me by Friday, Jan. 15.