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January 27th, 2022

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Join us for advisory on Zoom at 8:45 a.m.!
 
During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture. The password is the same for all Zooms. Reach out to Ms. Bittner if you need the password.
 
Advisory Zoom 8:45 a.m. https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/91080476094 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

Science with Mr. Neufeld: 9:05 am – 9:55 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 10:00 am – 10:55 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233

Math with Ms. Baccam: 11:50 am - 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  12:55 pm - 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will learn about Russia. 

Join the livestream lesson for directions from Ms. Bittner.
 

Please click on this link to log in to Schoology and join us as we learn about Russia and complete the "Russia Information Activities"

https://app.schoology.com/login

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Mr. G will be available today on Zoom from 3:10-3:30 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Mr. G! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://zoom.us/j/97523485769 

International Geography Bee

Hey everyone!

I’m excited to share that this year, all 8th grade students have the opportunity to take a qualifying quiz and potentially compete in the International Geography Bee! This is an enriching and exciting competition amongst 8th grade students around the state and country. Students who qualify can attend a Regional Finals Tournament where they will be quizzed on their geography skills, and the top half of students at Regionals qualify for the National Champions Tournament in Orlando, Florida this June!

Click the website linked here to learn more about the International Geography Bee.

This is completely optional for all students. Parents pay for and accompany their children to regional and national competitions. I encourage all students to participate, especially those who have high grades in social studies, enjoy a challenge, and consider themselves knowledgeable about geography in general!

If you are interested, please follow the steps below:

  1. Follow this link to log-in with Ms. Bittner’s Sponsor ID and make a student account
    1. Link: https://orqe.iac-exams.com/orqe
    2. Ms. Bittner’s Sponsor ID: SP00028E8
  2. Take the online quiz before February 28th to see if you qualify to compete in the Regional Finals Tournament
    1. This is a free exam that should take around 20 minutes
  3. Ms. Bittner will let you know if you qualify when she gets notified

 

If you have any questions at all please reach out! I’m very excited to have some Athlos 8th graders competing in the Geography Bee!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

January 24th, 2022 - NEW ZOOM SCHEDULE

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Join us for advisory on Zoom at 8:45 a.m.!
 
During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture. The password is the same for all Zooms. Reach out to Ms. Bittner if you need the password.
 
Advisory Zoom 8:45 a.m. https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/91080476094 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

The schedule for 8th grade Zoom lessons for distance learners is changing to align with some new programming to our 7th and 8th grade schedules and distance learning. 
 
Distance learners, please follow the new Zoom schedule below to join your classes starting today:
 

Science with Mr. Neufeld: 9:05 am – 9:55 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 10:00 am – 10:55 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233

Math with Ms. Baccam: 11:50 am - 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  12:55 pm - 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will continue learning about the details of how communists governments compare to democratic governments.

Join the livestream lesson for directions from Ms. Bittner.
 

Please click on this link to log in to Schoology and join us as we complete the "Communism vs. Democracy Activity" and "Chernobyl Website Activity"

https://app.schoology.com/login

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Ms. DM will be available today on Zoom from 3:00-3:15 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Ms. DM! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/85042584732

NEW ZOOM SCHEDULE

Hey everyone! The schedule for 8th grade Zoom lessons for distance learners is changing to align with some new programming to our 7th and 8th grade schedules and distance learning. 
 
Distance learners, please follow the new Zoom schedule below to join your classes starting tomorrow:
 

Science with Mr. Neufeld: 9:05 am – 9:55 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 10:00 am – 10:55 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233

Math with Ms. Baccam: 11:50 am - 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  12:55 pm - 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

January 21st, 2022

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Join us for advisory on Zoom at 8:45 a.m.!
 
During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture. The password is the same for all Zooms. Reach out to Ms. Bittner if you need the password.
 
Advisory Zoom 8:45 a.m. https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/91080476094 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

Math with Ms. Baccam: 9:05 am - 10:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  10:10 am - 11:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

 

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233


Science with Mr. Neufeld: 12:55 pm – 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will take our 3rd Glass Globe Quiz and learn about the details of how communists governments compare to democratic governments.

Join the livestream lesson for directions from Ms. Bittner.
 

Please click on this link to log in to Schoology and join us as we complete the "Glass Globe Quiz #3" and the "Communism vs. Democracy Activity"

https://app.schoology.com/login

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Ms. DM will be available today on Zoom from 3:00-3:15 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Ms. DM! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/85042584732

January 20th, 2022

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Join us for advisory on Zoom at 8:45 a.m.!
 
During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture. The password is the same for all Zooms. Reach out to Ms. Bittner if you need the password.
 
Advisory Zoom 8:45 a.m. https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/91080476094 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

Math with Ms. Baccam: 9:05 am - 10:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  10:10 am - 11:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

 

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233


Science with Mr. Neufeld: 12:55 pm – 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will learn Inland and Balkan Europe's history and culture. 

Join the livestream lesson for directions from Ms. Bittner.
 

Please click on this link to log in to Schoology and join us as we complete sections 3-4 of the "Chapter 15 Note Packet," and complete the "Chernobyl Website Activity"

https://app.schoology.com/login

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Ms. DM will be available today on Zoom from 3:00-3:15 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Ms. DM! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/85042584732

January 19th, 2022

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Join us for advisory on Zoom at 8:45 a.m.!
 
During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture. The password is the same for all Zooms. Reach out to Ms. Bittner if you need the password.
 
Advisory Zoom 8:45 a.m. https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/91080476094 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

Math with Ms. Baccam: 9:05 am - 10:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  10:10 am - 11:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

 

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233


Science with Mr. Neufeld: 12:55 pm – 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will learn about the basics of Communism and Eastern European countries.

Join the livestream lesson for directions from Ms. Bittner.
 

Please click on this link to log in to Schoology and join us as we complete sections 3-4 of the "Chapter 15 Note Packet," and complete the "Basics of Communism Activity"

https://app.schoology.com/login

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Ms. DM will be available today on Zoom from 3:00-3:15 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Ms. DM! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/85042584732

Collecting Holiday Decorations for a Winter Wonderland/ Valentines Heart Parade!

Hey everyone!
 
Since we were unable to have our Winter Wonderland Tree Parade before winter break, we are rescheduling it to Friday, February 11th and combining it with a Valentines celebration!
 
Same as before, all classrooms will need holiday tree decorations, so we are collecting old and new winter tree decorations of any kind.
 
If you have any decorations lying around or are willing to donate any decorations, we very much appreciate it! We can't wait to celebrate the winter season and Valentines Day with some holiday joy :)

8th Grade eLearning Packet

Attached is an eLearning packet. This packet will be printed off and sent home with your student in the near future. Please keep this packet in a safe place. It will be used if your student needs to learn from home for any reason. Thank you and let me know if you have any questions!

January 18th, 2022

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Join us for advisory on Zoom at 8:45 a.m.!
 
During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture. The password is the same for all Zooms. Reach out to Ms. Bittner if you need the password.
 
Advisory Zoom 8:45 a.m. https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/91080476094 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

Math with Ms. Baccam: 9:05 am - 10:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  10:10 am - 11:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

 

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233


Science with Mr. Neufeld: 12:55 pm – 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will learn about Eastern Europe, Russia and the basics of Communism.

Join the livestream lesson for directions from Ms. Bittner.
 

Please click on this link to log in to Schoology and join us as we complete sections 1-2 of the "Chapter 15 Note Packet," and complete the "Basics of Communism Activity"

https://app.schoology.com/login

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Ms. DM will be available today on Zoom from 3:00-3:15 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Ms. DM! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/85042584732

January 14th, 2022

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Join us for advisory on Zoom at 8:45 a.m.!
 
During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture. The password is the same for all Zooms. Reach out to Ms. Bittner if you need the password.
 
Advisory Zoom 8:45 a.m. https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/91080476094 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

Math with Ms. Baccam: 9:05 am - 10:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  10:10 am - 11:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

 

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233


Science with Mr. Neufeld: 12:55 pm – 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will learn about why we honor Martin Luther King Jr. day on Monday.

Join the livestream lesson for directions from Ms. Bittner.
 

Please click on this link to log in to Schoology and join us as we read the "MLK Article," and complete the activity "Black History Month word search"

https://app.schoology.com/login

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Mr. G will be available today on Zoom from 3:10-3:30 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Mr. G! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://zoom.us/j/97523485769 

Conferences January 31st, 2022 via Zoom

Hi everyone! We will again be using Pick-A-Time online software for parents to schedule conferences with their students’ homeroom teachers, which will be taking place on Monday, January 31st via Zoom. 
 
Attached is a document with directions for how to sign up for a conference with your student's homeroom teacher.
 
Thank you for your time, we are looking forward to connecting with you!

January 13th, 2022

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Ms. Bittner is absent today so there will be no live-streamed advisory. 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

Math with Ms. Baccam: 9:05 am - 10:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Ms. Bittner is absent today so there will be no live-streamed social studies. Please see the "Social Studies" section of this post below for directions on what to do. 

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233


Science with Mr. Neufeld: 12:55 pm – 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will begin learning about Eastern Europe and Russia. 

  1. Log on to Schoology https://app.schoology.com/login 
  2. Complete the "Eastern Europe and Russia" map activity. Follow the directions carefully and message Ms. Bittner with any questions. 
  3. Complete sections 1-2 of the "Chapter 15 Note Packet" using the Chapter 15 Textbook Pages. 
  4. With extra time you can play Europe map games linked here!
 
 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Mr. G will be available today on Zoom from 3:10-3:30 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Mr. G! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://zoom.us/j/97523485769 

 

 

January 12th, 2022

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Join us for advisory on Zoom at 8:45 a.m.!
 
During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture. The password is the same for all Zooms. Reach out to Ms. Bittner if you need the password.
 
Advisory Zoom 8:45 a.m. https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/91080476094 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

Math with Ms. Baccam: 9:05 am - 10:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  10:10 am - 11:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

 

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233


Science with Mr. Neufeld: 12:55 pm – 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will continue learning about Norse Mythology and begin learning about Eastern Europe and Russia. 

Join the livestream lesson for directions from Ms. Bittner.
 

Please click on this link to log in to Schoology and follow with us as we read the "Norse Mythology Reader's Theatre," and begin working on the "Eastern Europe and Russia Map"

https://app.schoology.com/login

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Mr. G will be available today on Zoom from 3:10-3:30 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Mr. G! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://zoom.us/j/97523485769 

January 11th, 2021

Good morning students!!
 
Distance learners, you will check this webpage each day to see the Zoom links for our livestream lessons, and to see what we're doing in social studies.
___________________________________________________________
 
Join us for advisory on Zoom at 8:45 a.m.!
 
During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture. The password is the same for all Zooms. Reach out to Ms. Bittner if you need the password.
 
Advisory Zoom 8:45 a.m. https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/91080476094 
_____________________________________________________________

Here is the schedule for the live-learning sessions scheduled for our homeroom today! Join us by clicking the links below!

During live stream lessons and advisory, students need to sign in with their first and last name. Students can either turn on their camera or they can have their camera off with no picture.

Math with Ms. Baccam: 9:05 am - 10:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93319996216 

Social Studies with Ms. Bittner:  10:10 am - 11:05 am

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/93604158262 

 

English Language Arts with Ms. Faust: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/98449640233


Science with Mr. Neufeld: 12:55 pm – 1:55 pm

https://alabpmn.zoom.us/j/95595421303

_______________________________________________________________

Social Studies: 

Today for social studies, we will learn about the countries of Scandinavia. 

Join the livestream lesson for directions from Ms. Bittner.
 

Please click on this link to log in to Schoology and complete the "Chapter 14 Note Packet" along with us in class, and follow with us as we read the "Norse Mythology Reader's Theatre"

https://app.schoology.com/login

 

Please contact me with any questions!

Ms. Bittner
763-777-8942 ext. 8840
[email protected]

Google Voice number: 612-440-6381

_______________________________________________________________

Mr. G will be available today on Zoom from 3:10-3:30 p.m. to help online learners and answer any questions you may have. This will be available every school day. 

Click on this link to talk with Mr. G! The password is the same as all other Zoom live sessions and meetings. 

https://zoom.us/j/97523485769