Hi everyone,
Here is what I have scheduled for the upcoming week:
Computers 1
We will continue working on flyers in class. At the end of the week, each student will design a flyer for an event of his/her choice using the design tools we have used in class.
Business Concepts 1
On Monday, study guides 1.3 and 1.4 are due and we will review chapter 1. On Tuesday, we will take a test over chapter 1 and I will collect notes. On Wednesday, students will begin creating PowerPoints about identity theft and we will begin chapter 15, over consumer protection. There should not be any other outside homework.
Business Law
On Monday, chapter 1 study guides are due and we will review. On Tuesday, we will take a test over chapter 1 and I will collect notes. On Wednesday and Thursday, students will watch a movie about Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme and on Friday they will write about what they saw.
I think that's it for this week. Have a good one!
MD
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Monday, August 20, 2012
2012 - 2013 school year
Hi everyone,
It's hard to believe, but it's the start of yet another school year. This week's post will have a short description of each class as well as the schedule for the first week.
Business Concepts 1
This class is considered a consumer education credit. Students will learn about real-life scenarios, such as finding a job, making smart buying decisions, filing taxes, using a checkbook, using credit cards, etc. The class is one semester in length and is a graduation requirement.
This week, we will be starting chapter 1, about the economy. We will be taking notes in class and completing activities related to the content. Study guides for the chapter will be passed out on Tuesday, with the first two sections being due Friday.
Computers 1
This class covers both Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Students will learn how to create flyers, reports, and letterheads in Word during the first quarter. Excel will be introduced during the second quarter when students create charts and graphs for various data. The class is one semester in length and is a graduation requirement. There will not be work to take home for this class, as it is all completed in the computer lab. However, students will be responsible for studying for tests.
This week we will be starting a project in Word about creating flyers.
Business Law
This is an elective for junior and seniors worth 1/2 credit. The course covers the creation of law at various levels, different types of laws, and the creation of contracts. Students will do writing and critical thinking throughout the semester. This week, we will start chapter 1. Students will read an actual U.S. Supreme Court case and create a brief (summary) of the case. There should not be any outside homework.
That should be it for this week. Have a good one!
MD
It's hard to believe, but it's the start of yet another school year. This week's post will have a short description of each class as well as the schedule for the first week.
Business Concepts 1
This class is considered a consumer education credit. Students will learn about real-life scenarios, such as finding a job, making smart buying decisions, filing taxes, using a checkbook, using credit cards, etc. The class is one semester in length and is a graduation requirement.
This week, we will be starting chapter 1, about the economy. We will be taking notes in class and completing activities related to the content. Study guides for the chapter will be passed out on Tuesday, with the first two sections being due Friday.
Computers 1
This class covers both Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Students will learn how to create flyers, reports, and letterheads in Word during the first quarter. Excel will be introduced during the second quarter when students create charts and graphs for various data. The class is one semester in length and is a graduation requirement. There will not be work to take home for this class, as it is all completed in the computer lab. However, students will be responsible for studying for tests.
This week we will be starting a project in Word about creating flyers.
Business Law
This is an elective for junior and seniors worth 1/2 credit. The course covers the creation of law at various levels, different types of laws, and the creation of contracts. Students will do writing and critical thinking throughout the semester. This week, we will start chapter 1. Students will read an actual U.S. Supreme Court case and create a brief (summary) of the case. There should not be any outside homework.
That should be it for this week. Have a good one!
MD
Monday, May 7, 2012
Rest of the year
Hi everyone,
Sorry for the late post this week. This will be my last blog post for this school year.
A quick note about final exams: For business concepts 1 & 2, I pass back all chapter tests to be used as study guides. These tests must be returned to me the day of the final exam. If tests are not returned to me, the final exam will only be given 50% credit. Students are not required to take back their tests.
Here is the schedule for the next two weeks:
Business Concepts 1
Today, study guides for chapter 19 are due. Tomorrow, we will take a test over chapter 19 and I will collect notes. On Wednesday, students will do an online simulation using concepts they have learned this semester. On Thursday and Friday, they will make Powerpoints about the most important things they have learned this semester. Next week, we will watch a movie and then study for the final exam.
Business Concepts 2
This week we will be studying for the final exam and watching episodes of Shark Tank, a show about starting your own business. Next week, students will have some free time because without the seniors there aren't many students left.
Business Math
This week we will work on exam study guides together. On Friday, students will take the matching and multiple choice portion of their exam. Next Monday they will take the math problems portion. This class is all seniors so it is over as of next Monday.
Web Page 2
This week will be be reviewing for the final and finishing up district web page projects. This class is also all seniors so it is over as of next Monday.
This year has gone by very quickly. I hope everyone has a relaxing summer!
MD
Sorry for the late post this week. This will be my last blog post for this school year.
A quick note about final exams: For business concepts 1 & 2, I pass back all chapter tests to be used as study guides. These tests must be returned to me the day of the final exam. If tests are not returned to me, the final exam will only be given 50% credit. Students are not required to take back their tests.
Here is the schedule for the next two weeks:
Business Concepts 1
Today, study guides for chapter 19 are due. Tomorrow, we will take a test over chapter 19 and I will collect notes. On Wednesday, students will do an online simulation using concepts they have learned this semester. On Thursday and Friday, they will make Powerpoints about the most important things they have learned this semester. Next week, we will watch a movie and then study for the final exam.
Business Concepts 2
This week we will be studying for the final exam and watching episodes of Shark Tank, a show about starting your own business. Next week, students will have some free time because without the seniors there aren't many students left.
Business Math
This week we will work on exam study guides together. On Friday, students will take the matching and multiple choice portion of their exam. Next Monday they will take the math problems portion. This class is all seniors so it is over as of next Monday.
Web Page 2
This week will be be reviewing for the final and finishing up district web page projects. This class is also all seniors so it is over as of next Monday.
This year has gone by very quickly. I hope everyone has a relaxing summer!
MD
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Week of April 30 - May 4
Hi everyone,
Here is the schedule for this week. Some things were scheduled for last week that we didn't get to as planned, due to field trips and other end-of-year busyness.
Business Concepts 1
We will continue the movie at the beginning of the week. Tuesday, we will begin the last chapter, over savings options. There should not be any outside homework this week.
Business Concepts 2
We will finish notes for chapter 10 on Monday. Study guides are due at the end of the hour (this date was pushed back from a due date of Friday). We will take a test over the chapter on Wednesday and I will also collect notes. On Thursday and Friday, I'm hoping to have a short lesson over the stock market.
Business Math
On Monday and Tuesday, we will complete worksheets over sections 10.1 - 10.4 and take a test over those sections on Wednesday. On Thursday, we will start reviewing for the final exam.
Web Page 2
On Monday, we will finish the Flash project started last week. On Tuesday, students will begin redesigning the webpage for the school district. The best design will be chosen by Mrs. Vieregge.
I think that's it for this week. Have a good one!
MD
Here is the schedule for this week. Some things were scheduled for last week that we didn't get to as planned, due to field trips and other end-of-year busyness.
Business Concepts 1
We will continue the movie at the beginning of the week. Tuesday, we will begin the last chapter, over savings options. There should not be any outside homework this week.
Business Concepts 2
We will finish notes for chapter 10 on Monday. Study guides are due at the end of the hour (this date was pushed back from a due date of Friday). We will take a test over the chapter on Wednesday and I will also collect notes. On Thursday and Friday, I'm hoping to have a short lesson over the stock market.
Business Math
On Monday and Tuesday, we will complete worksheets over sections 10.1 - 10.4 and take a test over those sections on Wednesday. On Thursday, we will start reviewing for the final exam.
Web Page 2
On Monday, we will finish the Flash project started last week. On Tuesday, students will begin redesigning the webpage for the school district. The best design will be chosen by Mrs. Vieregge.
I think that's it for this week. Have a good one!
MD
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Week of April 23 - 27
Hi everyone,
Here is the schedule for this week:
Business Concepts 1
We will continue chapter 18 this week. On Tuesday, 18.3 and 18.4 study guides are due. On Wednesday, we will take a test over chapter 18 and I will collect notes. On Thursday and Friday, we will watch the documentary, Maxed Out.
Business Concepts 2
We will continue chapter 10 this week over marketing. Last week, students designed their own brands of shampoo. This week, they will work on a marketing campaign for their shampoo including print and online advertisements and a television commercial. Study guides for chapter 10 will be due on Friday.
Business Math
On Monday, students will work on the reading guide for chapter 10. It will be due Tuesday. Starting on Tuesday, we will be covering sections of chapter 10, with homework each day.
Web Page 2
We will continue making movies in Flash this week.
That's all for this week. Only a few more left!
MD
Here is the schedule for this week:
Business Concepts 1
We will continue chapter 18 this week. On Tuesday, 18.3 and 18.4 study guides are due. On Wednesday, we will take a test over chapter 18 and I will collect notes. On Thursday and Friday, we will watch the documentary, Maxed Out.
Business Concepts 2
We will continue chapter 10 this week over marketing. Last week, students designed their own brands of shampoo. This week, they will work on a marketing campaign for their shampoo including print and online advertisements and a television commercial. Study guides for chapter 10 will be due on Friday.
Business Math
On Monday, students will work on the reading guide for chapter 10. It will be due Tuesday. Starting on Tuesday, we will be covering sections of chapter 10, with homework each day.
Web Page 2
We will continue making movies in Flash this week.
That's all for this week. Only a few more left!
MD
Monday, April 16, 2012
Week of April 16 - 20
Hi everyone,
Here is the schedule for this week. Four weeks left for seniors!
Business Concepts 1
We will start chapter 18 about credit. We will take notes and complete activities in class. Study guides for sections 18.1 and 18.2 will be due on Friday.
Business Concepts 2
We will continue chapter 8 this week. Study guides are due on Tuesday and we will take a test on Wednesday. I will also collect chapter notes that day. On Thursday, we will start chapter 10.
Business Math
We will continue chapter 8 this week with homework each day. A test is planned for Friday over all of chapter 8.
Web Page 2
We will continue working in Flash this week.
I think that's it. Have a good one!
MD
Here is the schedule for this week. Four weeks left for seniors!
Business Concepts 1
We will start chapter 18 about credit. We will take notes and complete activities in class. Study guides for sections 18.1 and 18.2 will be due on Friday.
Business Concepts 2
We will continue chapter 8 this week. Study guides are due on Tuesday and we will take a test on Wednesday. I will also collect chapter notes that day. On Thursday, we will start chapter 10.
Business Math
We will continue chapter 8 this week with homework each day. A test is planned for Friday over all of chapter 8.
Web Page 2
We will continue working in Flash this week.
I think that's it. Have a good one!
MD
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Week of April 2 - 6
Hi everyone,
A short week before spring break. Here is the schedule:
Business Concepts 1
We will work on checking packets in class on Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday, we will review checking accounts and on Thursday we will take a test over the chapter. Packets are also due on Thursday.
Business Concepts 2
We will begin chapter 8 this week, taking notes daily and looking at the website for the Bureau of Labor Statistics. There will be no outside homework.
Business Math
We will begin chapter 8 this week. On Monday, students will work on the reading guide in class and it will be due on Tuesday. Tuesday-Thursday we will be covering sections 8.1 - 8.3.
Web Page 2
We will continue working in Adobe Flash this week and students will get the chance to create their own projects.
I hope everyone enjoys their week off. I think we all need a break after a busy semester!
MD
A short week before spring break. Here is the schedule:
Business Concepts 1
We will work on checking packets in class on Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday, we will review checking accounts and on Thursday we will take a test over the chapter. Packets are also due on Thursday.
Business Concepts 2
We will begin chapter 8 this week, taking notes daily and looking at the website for the Bureau of Labor Statistics. There will be no outside homework.
Business Math
We will begin chapter 8 this week. On Monday, students will work on the reading guide in class and it will be due on Tuesday. Tuesday-Thursday we will be covering sections 8.1 - 8.3.
Web Page 2
We will continue working in Adobe Flash this week and students will get the chance to create their own projects.
I hope everyone enjoys their week off. I think we all need a break after a busy semester!
MD
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