THURSDAY, February 14, 2002
DAY B (4)

To: Students
From: Mr. Evans
Supervision: A.M. - D. Matthias P.M. - M. Leerar
Activity: OUTSIDE
SUPERVISION NEXT WEEK: A.M. - T. Adams P.M. - N. Sime

NO OPEN GYM in Buffalo Center on Saturday OR Sunday

FOUND: Ring found in girls bathroom. Come to office to describe.

7th & 8th grade girls volleyball players: If you ordered a volleyball shirt - they may be picked up in the office. The shirts must be paid for before you pick them up. Cost is $10.00

Swing Choir will begin rehearsals next week on
Wednesday, February 20 at 7:30 a.m. Remember to
work out transportation arrangements ahead of time.
Either carpool or if you ask Mrs. Kettwick ahead of time,
you can get a ride with her from Buffalo Center. She has
room for 1 more in her van. Those riding with her meet
at the front steps of the high school at 7:10 a.m. If there
are parents who would be willing to help out with driving,
please contact Mrs. Kettwick! Thanks!

To the main cast members of "It's Saturday!":
Remember we are having practice today after
school until 5:00 p.m. If you need a ride home, you can
sign up for the shuttle which leaves at 5:15 or if you ask
Mrs. Kettwick ahead of time, you may be able to get a
ride back to B.C. with her.

World's Finest Chocolate will be making it's appearance
starting on Thursday, February 14! Each grade will receive
letters of explanation and sales sheets during chorus time
on that day. 8th graders are to come to the music room
during flex on Thursday to get the necessary information.
More details will be given on Thursday!

8th graders interested in taking Drivers Education this summer can sign up in the office today.! You will need to put down by your name if you would like 1st Session (starting May 29) or 2nd Session (starting June 20)

7th & 8th grade Valentine Dance will be rescheduled for Saturday, February 16th from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Those in charge of contacting chaperones should do again. A.S.A.P.

Volleyball practice will start on Feb. 20. Please be sure
you have a physical form turned in before practice starts.
Practice will be from 3:30 - 5:00, the shuttle bus will
leave Thompson at 5:15. If possible, you will need knee pads
for the first practice session.

NIMS Question of the Week

5th GRADE:
MATH: What is the mean of $76, $84, $90, and $102?
SCIENCE: What is the difference between a solution and a suspension?
KEYBOARDING: What is Power Point?
READING: How does Karana feel about her life on the Island of the Blue Dolphins?
SOC. STUDIES: Why do we celebrate the 4th of July?

6TH GRADE:
MATH: What is 3/8 + 1/16?
SCIENCE: What are some of the parts of a human heart?
KEYBOARDING: What is one way to be successful at speed?
READING: Explain why the title of your novel is called In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson?
6A LANG. Do you use quotation marks when you write a book title or a story title?
SOC. STUDIES: Who was the Prophet of Islam?

7TH GRADE:
MATH: Angle A measures 45 degrees. Find the measure of its supplement?
LANG. ARTS: In a sentence using the phrases Mexican American, when should the phrase be hyphenated and when shouldn’t it be?
SCIENCE: Bony fish have a swim bladder. Where is it located and what is its purpose?
SOC. STUDIES: What are the 3 branches of government?
KEYBOARDING: What are the 8 parts of a business letter?

8TH GRADE:
MATH: The price of a winter coat decreased from $90 to $75. what is the % of decrease?
LANG. ARTS: In a sentence using the phrase Mexican American, when should the phrase be hyphenated and when shouldn’t it be?
SCIENCE: What are the vertical columns on a periodic table called? What are the horizontal rows called? What are the main differences between the t two?
SOC. STUDIES: Who was the first Sec. of Treasury that worked to sell government bonds, move the U.S. Capital and to create a National Bank.
KEYBOARDING: What are some monthly expenses when living alone?
IND. TECH: T or F: 100 grit sand paper creates a smoother surface than 220 grit sand paper.