Tuesday March 31, 2020

March 31, 2020

Good afternoon! Thank you for all of the participation during class today.
For the students who were not able to connect with us. Attached is a student copy of a presentation from today's class (attached on Google Classroom). - Ms. Figueroa

HOMEWORK: Post a comment below or send your answers based on this picture:

1. Post a comment below or send your answers, using a complete sentence DESCRIBE the ENVIRONMENT of the picture on top.

BONUS: Post a comment using a complete sentence to describe WHAT YOU LEARNED TODAY in our class.

Monday March 30, 2020

MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT 

MOUNT SINAI CBVI HOMEWORK BLOG

CLASS W04 

3-30-20 

  

Happy Monday! Don't forget environment: the setting or location that surround us. - Ms. Figueroa

Answer ALL questions below for Women's History Month:

Step 1: Choose your female leader

Step 2: Search and send an image of your female leader (Ask teacher 

Step 3: Why did you CHOOSE your female leader?

            What type of environment do YOU think your female leader grew up in?

BONUS: 

Please review the article linked below "Celebrating Differences" and watch the trailer for Marvels "Hero Project". 

Lea el artículo vinculado a continuación "Celebrando las diferencias" y vea el avance de Marvels "Hero Project". https://choices.scholastic.com/issues/2019-20/020120/she-s-celebrating-differences.html

Think about:

1. What is Jordan's environment?

2. How does Jordan's environment change what she does?

3. Do YOU think Jordan is experiencing an obstacle? Explain why or why not. (Review classroom work for the definition and image of obstacle.)
4. How can we summarize who Jordan is and how she is changing the way the world views people with disabilities?

Parents/Guardians/Caretakers: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me and I will reply as soon as possible.

- Ms. Figueroa ; Google Voice: 718-635-1540

(available by appointment Mon-Fri 1p-2:30p via video chat or phone call) 

Friday March 27, 2020

MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT 
MOUNT SINAI CBVI HOMEWORK BLOG
CLASS W04 
3-27-20 

  

Hello again class! Thank you all for logging on today and participating using your excellent words or giving me thumbs up. Happy Friday! See you soon. - Ms. Figueroa



First, please complete ALL of today's assignments under the "Classwork" tab and review our lesson on budgeting with https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zi_CXBJy41o.

1) Select which platform you would like to create your project for Women's History Month using:
a) TikTOk
b) Google Classroom
c) YouTube

2) Budget: Is this sentence correct? Does this sentence include the word BUDGET correctly? Explain why or why not.
"When Jamie and Joshua tried to video chat they used a budget to re-connect online."

Parents/Guardians/Caretakers: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me and I will reply as soon as possible.

- Ms. Figueroa ; Google Voice: 718-635-1540

(available by appointment Mon-Fri 1p-2:30p via video chat or phone call) 

Thursday March 26, 2020

MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT 
MOUNT SINAI CBVI HOMEWORK BLOG
CLASS W04 
3-26-20 

  

Hey class! Happy Thursday. Thank you for all of your hard work today staying connected to us.
 - Ms. Figueroa

Submit your homework in the comment section below, on Google Classroom or send an image of your written work. Please complete the same level work as you would in class. Thank you!

1) Describe how you would like to create your project for Women's History Month:
a) type my project
b) record a video of my project
c) draw my project
d) write my project


2) Complete the sentence: I decided to profile _________________ for Women's History Month because ______________________________________________________________.

3) Budget: Is this sentence correct? Is the sentence including the word BUDGET correctly?
"When Hailey and Joshua tried to video chat they used a budget to re-connect online."
Explain why or why not:

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Parents/Guardians/Caretakers: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me and I will reply as soon as possible.

- Ms. Figueroa ; Google Voice: 718-635-1540

(available by appointment Mon-Fri 1p-2:30p via video chat or phone call) 

Wed. March 25, 2020

MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT 
MOUNT SINAI CBVI HOMEWORK BLOG
CLASS W04 
3-25-20 

  

Hey class! Great seeing you all virtually today. Soon we will start-up our own mini PBIS reward system + celebrate Women's History Month. See you tomorrow! - Ms. Figueroa

Submit your homework in the comment section below, on Google Classroom or send an image of your written work. Please complete the same level work as you would in class. Thank you!

1) Design and post your OWN money math word problem using the character from Around the World in 80 Days. Be creative!

Ms. Figueroa's Example: If Phileas Fogg takes two big bags to the Nike store with $15 dollars in each bag, how much money does he have in total to spend at the Nike store?


2) Women's History Month:
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/rise-modern-sportswoman-180960174/
For our monthly project; choose a woman leader to profile for Women's History Month by reviewing the article above or selecting your own leader. List their full name for homework.

They can be famous or someone you know and love. Be ready to share out tomorrow!

Parents/Guardians/Caretakers: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me and I will reply as soon as possible.

- Ms. Figueroa ; Google Voice: 718-635-1540

(available by appointment Mon-Fri 1p-2:30p via video chat or phone call) 

Tues. March 24, 2020

MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT 
MOUNT SINAI CBVI HOMEWORK BLOG
CLASS W04 
3-24-20

 

Hey class! Happy Tuesday. Ready to explore more sites? YouTube? TikTok? Let me know! -
Ms. Figueroa

Submit your homework in the comment section below, on Google Classroom or send an image of your written work. Please complete the same level work as you would in class. Thank you!

Option 1:
Using a complete sentence, in your own words describe the definition of an OBSTACLE. (Review our classwork assignments for vocabulary word review.)

Option 2:
Design your OWN math word problem using the character from Around the World in 80 Days. Be creative!
Ms. Figueroa's Example: If Phileas Fogg takes 80 pounds of luggage with him in 4 big bags, how many pounds of luggage does he have in total?

Option 3:
Visit google.com and search the word obstacle.
Select the image that best describes obstacle to you.
Describe the image using three words:

1. ____________________________
2. ____________________________
3. ____________________________


Option 4:
Visit YouTube.com and search the word obstacle course.
Review and select 1 video that best represents/shows people experiencing an obstacle.
Be ready to share your video link with the class tomorrow!
Summarize the obstacles you viewed in the video and how people acted when they experienced them.

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Parents/Guardians/Caretakers: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me and I will reply as soon as possible.
- Ms. Figueroa ; Google Voice: 718-635-1540
(available by appointment Mon-Fri 1p-2:30p via video chat or phone call)

Monday March 23, 2020

MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT 
MOUNT SINAI CBVI HOMEWORK BLOG
CLASS W04 
3-23-20

 

Hey class! Thank you for working hard today to stay connected with us. I am looking forward to getting creative with our learning. See you tomorrow!- Ms. Figueroa

Submit your homework in the comment section below or send an image of your written work.

Option 1:
Using a complete sentence, describe your favorite app or online website. How can OUR CLASS use this app or website to help us learn together? 

Option 2:
Design your OWN math word problem using Around the World in 80 Days. Be creative!
Ms. Figueroa's Example: If Phileas Fogg takes 80 pounds of luggage with him in 4 big bags, how many pounds of luggage does he have in total?

Option 3:
1. How can digital learning help us to do our jobs better at work? (circle one)
a. digital learning keeps us connected to each other
b. we do not use technology for digital learning

List ALL of the technology devices you like to use at home? (Ex: computer, cell phone, tablet, desktop, TV, Amazon Alexa, iPod)







Parents/Guardians/Caretakers: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me and I will reply as soon as possible.
- Ms. Figueroa ; Google Voice: 718-635-1540
(available by appointment Mon-Fri 1p-2:30p via video chat or phone call)

3-13-20

March 13, 2020

Happy Friday family! 

Please complete either Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:
1. Describe how technology helps us to interact as a society?

2. List your favorite app to use to interact with people.  Explain how you use it and why it is your favorite way to E-communicate. 

Option 2:
In a well developed paragraph (5 sentences) answer the following prompt: Just how Phileas Fogg used new and exciting technology to travel, how can we use apps to help us locate work or school? Predict what can happen if we do not use technology to help us navigate. 

Parent/Guardian/Caretaker note: Please feel free to leave a comment or concern below! Thank you!

Ms. Figueroa - cfigueroa17@schools.nyc.gov 

3-13-20

March 13, 2020

Happy Friday family! No matter what h

Please complete either Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:
1. Describe how technology helps us to interact as a society?

2. List your favorite app to use to interact with people.  Explain how you use it and why it is your favorite way to E-communicate. 

Option 2:
In a well developed paragraph (5 sentences) answer the following prompt: Just how Phileas Fogg used new and exciting technology to travel, how can we use apps to help us locate work or school? Predict what can happen if we do not use technology to help us navigate. 

Parent/Guardian/Caretaker note: Please feel free to leave a comment or concern below! Thank you!

Ms. Figueroa - cfigueroa17@schools.nyc.gov 

3-13-20

March 13, 2020

Happy Friday family! We will always be a team that works together to stay healthy and smart! Continue to 1)wash your hands 2) ALWAYS cover your mouth 3) use sanitizer  

Please complete either Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:
1. Explain our digital learning back up plan: why do we use it? how does it help us to interact?

2. Write down your log-in and password information for your: MSCD Email, MYon account, IXL account and Google Meet/Google Classroom. 

Option 2:
In a well developed paragraph (5 sentences) answer the following prompt: Describe four cool new ways to use Google Classroom for digital learning. Explain why we would need to use it and how it helps us interact with society. 

Parent/Guardian/Caretaker note: Please feel free to leave a comment or concern below! Thank you!

Ms. Figueroa - cfigueroa17@schools.nyc.gov 

3-12-20

March 12, 2020

Happy Thursday family! Thank you for doing great research for our monthly project  and working hard.

Please complete either Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:
1. Describe how technology helps us to interact as a society?

2. List your favorite app to use to interact with people.  Explain how you use it and why it is your favorite way to E-communicate. 

Option 2:
In a well developed paragraph (5 sentences) answer the following prompt: Just how Phileas Fogg used new and exciting technology to travel, how can we use apps to help us locate work or school? Predict what can happen if we do not use technology to help us navigate. 

Parent/Guardian/Caretaker note: Please feel free to leave a comment or concern below! Thank you!

Ms. Figueroa - cfigueroa17@schools.nyc.gov 

3-11-20

Happy Wednesday family! Thank you for always supporting each other and working hard.

Please complete either Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:
1. Describe three important ways we can keep ourselves healthy from the corona virus

2. Explain why it is important for young professionals to create a resume. 

Option 2:
In a well developed paragraph (5 sentences) answer the following prompt: Imagine you are going to your first job interview. What are the important facts to include in a resume? List three questions you would ask your future employer. 

Parent/Guardian/Caretaker note: Please feel free to leave a comment or concern below! Thank you!

Ms. Figueroa - cfigueroa17@schools.nyc.gov 

3-10-20

March 20, 2020

Thank you for being awesome in class today! I appreciate you!

Please complete either Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:
1. Describe an obstacle Phileas Fogg may run into when travelling around the world.

2. Do you think obstacles are better to solve with a team or by yourself?

Option 2:
In a well developed paragraph (5 sentences) answer the following prompt: Define the term obstacle. Imagine I am having trouble waking up on time to get to work. What are two solutions to my obstacle?

3-6-20

March 6, 2020

Happy Friday! Have a great weekend!

Please complete either Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:
1. Describe the life of Phileas Fogg. What are his habits and routines?

2. Let's predict! Do you think Phileas Fogg will travel the entire world in 80 days? Explain why or why not.

Option 2:
In a well developed paragraph (5 sentences) answer the following prompt: How can you predict a hot air balloon will help Phileas to travel the world?  Do you think he can travel the world in 80 days? Explain why or why not.

3-4-20

March 04, 2020

Happy Wednesday! Thank you for your patience, and for your hard work!

We are a team!

Please complete either Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:
1. Describe the most important skill you are learning at your worksite internship.

2. Let's predict! What could happen if you do not complete your worksite internship duties in the appropriate ways?

Option 2:
In a well developed paragraph (5 sentences) answer the following prompt: Describe THREE important job skills to learn. Explain how those jobs skills can help us in our everyday life. 

3-2-20

Happy Monday! I feel happy to be back together working! Let's have a great week!

Please complete either Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:
1. Examine the cover of our text of the month, Around the World in 80 Days. Describe the details of what you see. 

2. Let's predict! Based on the cover of the book, what do YOU think the story will be about?

Option 2:
In a well developed paragraph (5 sentences) answer the following prompt: Describe the items you would need to safely travel around the world in 80 days. Imagine YOU are the traveller! What items would you want to keep with you and why?