St. Paul Lutheran   School

St. Paul Lutheran School
1415 10th Ave.
Rochelle, IL 61068
United States

ph: 815-562-6323
fax: 815-561-8074

stpaul@rochelle.net

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8th Grade

Mr. Steve Hall

 

8th Grade Topics

 

Religion/Confirmation

· Study of the latter old testament and the Gospels

· Relating Bible stories to student’s lives

· Practice in leading class devotions

· Practice in leading class prayer.

· Study of the ten commandments, baptism, Lord’s Prayer, Apostles’ Creed, the Lord’s Supper.

 

Algebra

· Thorough, comprehensive coverage of all aspects of algebra

· Algebraic tools

· Functions, equations, inequalities

· Graphing linear and non-linear equations

· Systems of Equations and inequalities

· Quadratic equations

· Exponents and exponential functions

· Geometric skills

· Radical expressions

· Polynomials

· Rational expressions and functions

· Defining variables, writing variable expressions and equations

· Technology in math

· Applications to real-world

· More intense than 8th grade math course

 

Science

· The earth resources including minerals mineral mixtures and energy

· Plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes

· Weathering, erosion and deposition.

· Oceanography

· Weather and climate

· Astronomy

· The human body; nervous system and reproductive system

 

Language

· Continued study of grammar and its correct usage in the English language

· Parts of speech and correct usage in writing

· Mechanics and punctuation

· Increased vocabulary and spelling skills

· Learning how to research, prepare and write a research paper

· Learn various styles of writing

 

Literature

· Increased reading comprehension.

· Identifying the key parts of a story.

· Learning to read for enjoyment.

· Study of different genres.

· Learning the importance of character development and setting a story.

· Exploration of different themes in literature.

· Sharing thoughts, likes and dislikes of books with other students through reading journals.

 

American History

· Study of American history from the exploration to present time.

· Chronological events for this time period.

· The American Constitution.

· Key Characters who influenced. America’s progress.

· American Government.

 

What can my child expect at St. Paul?

 

  • Christ centered environment
  • High academic expectations
  • In-depth class discussions
  • Structured environment
  • Christianity intertwined throughout the curriculum
  • Christian acceptance and respect for each other

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St. Paul Lutheran School
1415 10th Ave.
Rochelle, IL 61068
United States

ph: 815-562-6323
fax: 815-561-8074

stpaul@rochelle.net