grids

Today we went over grids and latitdue and longitude
This helps us with finding a location on a map or globe.

situation

Today we learned about situation
it helps us find an unfamiliar place by comparing its location with a familar one. It also helps us understand the importance of a location.

south and north america maps

review test

Hi, Mr Schick

Today we went over our tests.
I did very well with a 97, Today really helped because the feedback you gave me and you telling that we can use our tests for semester exams so i'll get to studying.

Bye, Mr.Schick

the two maps

Hi Mr. Schick

We compared the mercator and the peters map. The mercator map is a good representation when your looking at a smaller view of the world. The peters map is a good representation when looking at a bigger view of the world. The peters map is a more accurate and realistic map compared to the mercator map. I think we should start using peters maps in school to give students a better visual of the actual world.

Bye Mr. Schick

Test today

Hey Mr. Schick

Today we took a test, to me it wasn't hard it was just diffcult coming up for ideas for the essay.
I was so tired today from yesterday I barely had anytime to study but i think i still did well.
I have multiple tests next week so my weekend is full of studying. I have a game on sunday in potmac that should be fun. I have practice today then i'm going to support the volleyball team to hopefully win us battle of bel air this year.

Bye Mr.Schick
see ya monday

JC human geo

Hi Mr. Schick



Today in class we went over our research notes. We went deeper into the topics you gave us.
Then we mainly went over Socrates and who he was and what he did.
I'm gonna start studying for our test friday. I need to get prepared to ace it.

See ya next class Mr. Schick

notes

Hi, Mr. Schick

agora: a public open space used for assemblies and markets
polis: a city state in ancient Greece, especially as considered in its ideal form for philosophical purposes
socrates: Socrates was a classical Greek philosopher credited as one of the founders of Western philosophy, and as being the first moral philosopher of the Western ethical tradition of thought
socratic method: is a form of cooperative argumentative dialogue between individuals, based on asking and answering questions to stimulate critical thinking and to draw out ideas and underlying presuppositions.
what happened in 508 bc ancient greece: Democracy is introduced in Athens by Cleisthenes. He establishes a constitution and is often called the "Father of Athenian Democracy". This is one of the great accomplishments of the Greek culture
the death of socrates: Socrates was accused of refusing to recognize the gods recognized by the state and of corrupting the youth. He was sentenced to death by drinking poison, he would drink it.
What did it mean when the ancient greeks called you an idiot: Those who did not contribute to politics and the community were known as “Idiotes” If you did not demonstrate social responsibility and political awareness you were considered apathetic, uneducated and ignorant.

Jc human geo

Hi, Mr. Schick
Today we finished A Message To Garcia.
To sum up the essay in short words, Hubbard talks about a guy named Rowan who was able to deliver a message with no questions asked. Hubbard then went on to make fun of the average worker calling them ugly and incapable.

This relates to high school because there could be a really great student with a class of idiots.
That student would shine because he is a better worker and a better kid overall.

So this sums up today's lesson

Bye, Mr. Schick
see ya next week

jc human geo

Hello, Mr.Schick

Today in class we went over last night's blog. You were very proud of everyone's blog and that we were able to turn it in on time and the right way.

We then tackled the topic on why high school is the hardest kind of schooling you'll go through.
I remember you asking why high school is different then middle school and I said becuase they do not hold your hand and a lot of teachers in middle school were lousy unlike at John Carroll.
Also many people in our class said a lot of differences was having to juggle high school sports and club sports which really relates to me, I have practice everyday from 3-5 then I would have to go home, eat, shower and then get started and i'm sure when classes get into full swing it will take more effort. Lastly I remember one girl said something about time mangement and you really liked that one you even rang the bell. Time mangement will be a big time factor in how well i do and how others do. I could be a great student with a sport on the side but then my time mangement could be terrible then my grade starts to fall.

We also read a passage called "A Message To Garica". We read a few paragraphs all with distanct meanings. Mr.Schick you did a great job explaining the paragraphs to the class. You also made class really fun today.

Bye, Mr.Schick
See ya Friday

Jc human geo

Hi, Mr.Schick

Today was an amazing day, full of energy and full of excitement. I feel like I belong here and I am welcomed here by everyone including the teachers, staff, faculity and upperclassmen. I'm ready for a great year with you Mr.Schick.

The first answer to your question is...

I think the best part of my day was to walk around and find all my classes. I got to finally meet all my teachers and learn about class needs, class expections and etc...

To answer the second part of your question...

I think the worst part of my day is realizing that i don't know a lot of people yet and that i don't have classes with all my friends like last year. I feel that classwork will be harder and there is no more holding hands which will take getting used to but in the end it will work for me.

my answer to final question...

I don't like my seat as of right now because i don't really know anyone but once i get to know people it will get better.

To end on a final note i just wanted to inform you that i have loss hearing in my right ear but it did bother me in class at all today.

Bye, Mr.Schick i will see you tomorrow!