About Mrs. Blake
I have been teaching for 25 years!  My how time flies when you're having fun and that's what our reading is about.  This is my 5th year in Chapel Hill and I am so blessed to be able to work with such amazing 8th graders. 

Contact Information
Conference Period: 9:41-10:26
Email: blakep@chapelhillisd.org

"Way to go 8th graders!  We had 94% pass the Reading TAKS test on March 30.  53% earned Commended Performance!  I am so proud of my kids!!  I love y'all!"

5^th Six Weeks

Week 27, Mar. 24-28

8.11C     Support responses by referring to relevant aspects of text
8.12J     Recognize and interpret literary devices 

Week 28, Mar. 31-Apr.4

8.12F     Analyze Characters
8.12G    Recognize and analyze story plot, setting, and problem resolution (4-8). 

Week 29, Apr. 7-11

8.9B      Draw on experiences to bring meanings to words in context such as interpreting idions, multiple-meaning words, analogies

Week 30, Apr. 14-18

Review all TEKS & take Six Weeks Exam

6^th Six Weeks

Week 31, Apr. 21-25

Review all TEKS 

Week 32, Apr. 29-May 2  (2^nd TAKS Administration)

Reading TAKS test - 2^nd administration

Week 33, May 5-9

8.13D    Interpret and use graphic sources of information such as maps, graphs, timelines, or tables to address research questions
8.13E     Summarize record and organize information from multiple sources by taking notes, outlining ideas, and making charts

Week 34, May 12-16

8.13F     Produce research projects and reports in effective formats for various audiences

Week 35, May 19-23

8.13G    Draw conclusions from information gathered from multiple sources
8.13I      Present organized statements, reports, and speeches using visuals or media to support meaning

Week 36, May 27-30

Review all TEKS & take Six Weeks Exam/Semester Final