05Aug, 22
Parent Letter
Hi Parents!
My name is Sara van Someren and I will be teaching your student Bible this year. We will be studying the gospels this year and learning all about the life of Christ. We will learn about His birth, earthly ministry, death and resurrection. We will study the miracles Jesus performed, the parables He taught and the example He gave us of how we are to live our lives. The students will also be learning Scripture verses each week that they will memorize, and during the last nine week period we will be memorizing all of the books of the Bible in order.
I want to share a little information about myself so you can have a better understanding of who I am. I am actually an alumni of First Baptist Christian School. I graduated in 2012 and then went to Southeastern Louisiana University and got my bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education for grades 1-12. This is my sixth year teaching at this school and I love it so much! This is an amazing place to be! I have been married for six years and have three beautiful children. Maximus is 4, Tiberius is 3 and I just recently had my baby girl Tehya who is almost 5 months. God has blessed me far more than I deserve.
I am so blessed to be able to be a part of your child’s life this year! Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns you might have. My contact information is listed below. I’m praying for a fantastic year!
Sara van Someren (known as Coach Van to the kids)
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09Feb, 22
Bible Miracles Project Requirements
Bible Project: Miracles
Due Thursday February 24
Paper Format:
- ½ page – 1 full page typed
- Must be double spaced
- 12pt font
- Name and date in top left corner
- Title of paper will be the title of your miracle
What to include in your paper
- Where the miracle is taking place (if it doesn’t say it in your scripture references then research it)
- What is going on during the time Jesus performs the miracle (what are people doing, are any events going on during that time, are people gathered together and for what reason are they gathered, is the person alone and why is he alone, etc.)
- Describe what the miracle is that Jesus performs (Ex: Jesus took five loaves of bread and two fish and multiplied that food to feed over 5,000 people. Explain that there was a large crowd gathered to hear Jesus preaching and they were all hungry)
- Describe what happens after Jesus performs the miracle (what are the reactions, how do people respond, what does Jesus say, etc)
- Close by explaining what we can learn from the miracle Jesus performed
Poster Board:
- 1 poster board, any color, standard size, any material (get the cheap ones!)
- Title of your miracle must be large and centered at the top of the board
- Include the reference of your miracle under the title (it can be smaller than the title)
- Include details of your miracle on the poster board (what was the miracle, who was involved, what did Jesus do, how did people respond, where did it take place, ect)
- Include 3-4 pictures of your miracle on the poster board
- Poster boards can include printed pictures and words or pictures and words done by hand
- Make sure everything is done neatly!
Oral Presentation: These are the things I will be watching for while you are presenting your project
- Topic mastery
- Posture and tone
- Creativity
- Organization
- Behavior
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04Aug, 21
Welcome to 7th Grade Bible!
Welcome to 7th Grade Bible!
My name is Sara van Someren, but I go by Coach Van. I just wanted to share a little information with you about myself. I have been married to my amazing husband for 5 years and we have two precious little boys, Maximus and Tiberius. I am a graduate of First Baptist Christian School and Southeaster Louisiana University. I am so excited to get to explore the life of Christ with each of you this year in Bible class.
Class Expectations:
Always come prepared with your materials (pencils, paper. etc. )
Always be respectful (to yourself, your peers, and your teachers)
Please be sure to follow all classroom procedures
Always, always, always do your best!
Important Information:
School website: www.fbcseagles.com
My email: [email protected]
All grades can be found on headmaster
All homework, quizzes and tests can be found on the google calendar (there will be a link to my calendar posted separately from this page)
What Will We be Learning?
7th grade Bible is a study of the four Gospels which include Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. It is a study about the life of Christ which includes His ministry, death and resurrection.
7th Grade Bible Rubric
| Exam | 1 exam | 200 points |
| Tests | 2 x 100 pts each | 200 points |
| Project | 1 project | 100 points |
| Bellringer Quiz | 2 x 50 pts each | 100 points |
| Classwork/Homework | 200 points | |
| Quizzes | 2 x 20 pts each | 40 points |
| Memory Verse Quiz | 8 x 20 pts each | 160 points |
| Total 1000 points |
** Some nine weeks will have 3 tests and no project.
Read More07May, 21
May 10-14
Monday-Tuesday: Finish watching The Chosen
Wednesday-Thursday: We will be working on our exam study guides in class
Friday: Exam review day
Tests/Quizzes
Wednesday: Quiz on The Chosen
Monday 5/17: Exam
Read More30Apr, 21
May 3-7
Books of the Bible: 1 Peter-Revelation
Homework
Monday: Write books of the Bible 3x
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Books of the Bible Quiz
Read More22Apr, 21
April 26-30
Books of the Bible: Philippians-James
Homework:
Monday: write Books of the Bible 3x
Tuesday: Complete Test study guide on lessons 7-5 through 7-11 if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Books of the Bible quiz and Test on lessons 7-5 through 7-11
Read More16Apr, 21
April 19-23
Books of the Bible for the week: Matthew-Ephesians
Homework:
Monday: Write books of the Bible 3x
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Books of the Bible quiz
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April 12-16
Homework:
Monday: write books of the Bible 3x (Obadiah-Malachi)
Tuesday: Complete test study guide if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes:
Thursday: Test on lessons 7-1 through 7-4
Friday: Books of the Bible quiz
Read More26Mar, 21
March 29- April 1
No School Friday!!
Homework
Monday: Write books of the Bible 3x (Ecclesiastes-Amos)
Tuesday-Wednesday: study for test
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Books of the Bible quiz and Test on lessons 7-1 and 7-2 as well as the parables learned in class so far.
Read More19Mar, 21
March 22-26
**Announcements: Friday is Spirit Day and Homecoming parade
Homework:
Monday Write Books of the Bible 3x (1 Kings-Proverbs), complete lesson 2 worksheet if not completed in class
Thursday: Complete lesson 7-2 worksheet if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Books of the Bible quiz
Read More12Mar, 21
March 15-19
Books of the Week: Genesis- 2 Samuel
Homework:
Monday: Write books of the Bible 3x each
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Books of the Bible quiz
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March 8-11
Exam Week!
No school on Friday!
Homework:
Study for exams
Tests/Quizzes
Exam is on Tuesday
Read More25Feb, 21
March 1-5
Verse of the Week: John 14:6 ESV
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x
Monday and Tuesday we will be presenting the Miracles project
Thursday and Friday we will be working on our exam study guides in class
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: memory verse quiz
Read More12Feb, 21
February 22-26
Verse of the Week: Proverbs 3:13
**Don’t forget your miracles project is due Friday!
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory verse quiz
Friday: Bible Projects due
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12Feb, 21
Miracles Project Guidelines (Due February 26)
Bible Project: Miracles
Due Friday February 26
Paper Format:
- ½ page – 1 full page typed
- Must be double spaced
- 12pt font
- Name and date in top left corner
- Title of paper will be the title of your miracle
What to include in your paper
- Where the miracle is taking place (if it doesn’t say it in your scripture references then research it)
- What is going on during the time Jesus performs the miracle (what are people doing, are any events going on during that time, are people gathered together and for what reason are they gathered, is the person alone and why is he alone, etc.)
- Describe what the miracle is that Jesus performs (Ex: Jesus took five loaves of bread and two fish and multiplied that food to feed over 5,000 people. Explain that there was a large crowd gathered to hear Jesus preaching and they were all hungry)
- Describe what happens after Jesus performs the miracle (what are the reactions, how do people respond, what does Jesus say, etc)
- Close by explaining what we can learn from the miracle Jesus performed
Poster Board:
- 1 poster board, any color, standard size, any material (get the cheap ones!)
- Title of your miracle must be large and centered at the top of the board
- Include the reference of your miracle under the title (it can be smaller than the title)
- Include details of your miracle on the poster board (what was the miracle, who was involved, what did Jesus do, how did people respond, ect)
- Include 3-4 pictures of your miracle on the poster board
- Poster boards can include printed pictures and words or pictures and words done by hand
- Make sure everything is done neatly!
05Feb, 21
February 8-12
Verse of the Week: Matthew 6:33
Begin Working on Bible Miracles Project this week!
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: memory verse quiz
Read More29Jan, 21
February 1-5
Verse of the week: 1 John 1:5
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x; complete lesson 5-10 “Thinking it Through” if not completed in class
Wednesday: Complete the Test 2 study guide if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory verse quiz
Friday: Test on lessons 5-6 through 5-11
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January 25-29
Verse of the Week: James 2:5 ESV
Homework:
Monday: Write verse of the week 3x
Test/Quiz
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz
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January 18-22
Monday is MLK Day, No School!
Verse of the Week: Hebrews 4:12 ESV
Homework:
Tuesday: Write memory verse 3x, study for Test
Thursday: Study for memory verse quiz
Tests/Quizzes
Wednesday: Test on lessons 5-1 through 5-5
Friday: Memory Verse Quiz
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08Jan, 21
January 11-15
Verse of the Week: 1 Corinthians 15:21-22 ESV
Homework:
Monday: Write Memory Verse 3x
Wednesday: Complete the Thinking it Through pg. 107 #1-5 if not completed in class
Friday: Complete Test Study Guide on lessons 5-1 through 5-5 if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz
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04Jan, 21
January 4-8
Verse of the Week: Romans 6:4 ESV
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x
Wednesday: Complete the Thinking it Through pg. 103 #1-6 if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz
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December 7-11
Verse of the Week: Acts 2:42 ESV
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x and Complete study guide for test on lessons 4-7 through 4-18 if not completed in class
Tuesday: Study for Test
Thursday: Complete exam study guide if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Wednesday: Test on lessons 4-7 through 4-18
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz
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30Nov, 20
November 30- December 4
Verse of the Week: Matthew 6:1 ESV
Homework:
Monday: Complete Matthew 6:1-18 worksheet if not completed in class; write memory verse 3x
Tuesday: Complete pamphlet on giving, praying or fasting if not completed in class
Wednesday: Complete lesson 4-15 Thinking it Through #1-4 if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory Verse quiz
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November 9-13
Verse of the Week: Matthew 16:27 ESV
Homework
Monday: Write memory verse of the week 3x
Tuesday: Complete the Loving Your Enemies worksheet if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory Verse quiz Matthew 16:27
Friday: Sea of Galilee Quiz
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November 2-6
Homework:
Wednesday-Thursday: Study for test on lessons 4-1 through 4-6
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz Hebrews 12:28 ESV
Friday: Test on lessons 4-1 through 4-6
Read More23Oct, 20
October 26-30
Verse of the Week: Hebrews 12:28 ESV
Homework:
Monday: Write MV of the week 3x
Thursday: Complete study for lessons 4-1 through 4-6 if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes:
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz on Hebrews 12-28 ESV
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October 19-23
Verse of the Week: Colossians 3:17 ESV
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x, study for Beatitude Quiz
Wednesday: Study for memory verse quiz
Tests/Quizzes
Tuesday: Beatitude Quiz
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz
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October 12-16
Verse of the week: Matthew 5:3 ESV
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse of the week 3x Matthew 5:3 ESV
Thursday: Complete lesson 4-1 “Thinking it Through” questions 1-6 if not completed in class
Friday: Complete lesson 4-2 “Thinking it Through” questions 1-5 if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz
Read More19Sep, 20
September 28-October 2
Bible Comic projects are due on Thursday!!
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x Philippians 1:6 ESV and review for Unit 3 test
Wednesday and Thursday we will be working on our Exam study guide
Tests/Quizzes
Tuesday: Unit 3 Test
Thursday: Memory verse quiz and Bible Comic due
Read More19Sep, 20
September 21-25
Remember to bring your Bible Comic and colors to class everyday!
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x Galatians 4:4-5 ESV
Tuesday: Complete “Thinking in Through” on pg. 41 #1-6 if not completed in class
Friday: Complete Unit 3 study guide if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Monday: Quiz on Christ’s Transfiguration
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz
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17Sep, 20
Bible Comic Project
Bible Project
Comic on Events Surrounding Christ’s Birth
List of Events:
- Angel appears to Zechariah in the temple
- Zechariah becomes mute because of his lack of faith
- Elizabeth becomes pregnant
- Angel appears to Mary
- Mary visits Elizabeth
- John the Baptist is born
- Zechariah becomes unmute
- Angel appears to Joseph
- Jesus is born
- An angel appears to the shepherds
- The shepherds find Christ
- Herod sends the wise men
- Mary, joseph and Jesus flee to Egypt
- Herod decrees for all male children under the age of 2 to be killed
- Mary, Joseph and Jesus return to Nazareth
Instructions:
- Due October 1, 2020
- Create a comic book/strip that includes all of the events surrounding Christ’s birth that are listed above.
- ALL events must be included and must be in order!
- Your comic must have a title page that says “Events Surrounding Christ’s Birth” by “Your Name” (or if you are feeling creative you can come up with your own title that means the same thing)
- Stick figures are acceptable
- Be creative and take your time (I can tell if you rushed through it or really spent time making it nice)
- Project is worth 100 Points
Grading Rubric:
| Each event is worth 5 points each | Total of 75 points |
| Title page is worth 5 points | Total of 5 points |
| Creativity is worth 10 points | Total of 10 points |
| Neatness is worth 10 points | Total of 10 points |
| Overall Total of 100 points |
11Sep, 20
September 14th-18th
Homework:
Monday: Write Memory Verse 3x (John 16:33 ESV)
Tuesday: Complete Christ’s Transfiguration crossword puzzle if not completed in class
Wednesday: Study for quiz on Christ’s Transfiguration
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz
Read More04Sep, 20
September 7th-11th
Homework:
Monday: Labor Day
Tuesday: Write memory verse 3x (Matthew 7:21)
Quizzes/Tests:
Thursday: Memory Verse quiz on Matthew 7:21 ESV
Friday: Test on Units 1-2, review the study guide from class
Read More28Aug, 20
August 31- September 4
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x Hosea 6:6 ESV
Wednesday: Complete Lesson 2-4 Thinking it Through if not completed in class
Thursday: Complete study guide for Units 1 and 2 Test if not completed in class
Quizzes/Tests:
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz Hosea 6:6 ESV
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21Aug, 20
August 24th-28th
Homework:
Monday: Write memory verse 3x (Hosea 6:6 ESV)
Wednesday: Study for memory verse quiz
Tests/Quizzes
Thursday: Memory verse quiz on Hosea 6:6 ESV
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August 17-21
Homework:
Monday Write memory verse of the week 3x ( Isaiah 14:24 ESV)
Tests/Quizzes:
Wednesday: Unit 1 quiz (lessons 1-1, 1-2, and 1-3)
Thursday: Memory Verse Quiz (Isaiah 14:24)
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Aug 10th-14th
Homework:
Tuesday: Write verse of the week 3x (Psalms 37-4-5) if not completed in class
Tests/Quizzes
Friday: Memory verse quiz (Psalms 37:4-5)
Read More20Apr, 20
Suggested assignments for remainder of April
Hey everyone! I miss y’all! I hope you guys are still using this time to learn and grow in your walk with God!
Since we would be learning all about the parables of Jesus at school, here is what I think would be great for you guys to do:
Use the chart of parables on page 152 and choose one parable per day to read and learn about. Also if it doesn’t make sense to you, take the time to look up a commentary or two and do a little research about what that parable means.
Also, I want to challenge you to spend at least 10 minutes in prayer every day!
You can always email me anytime for questions!
Read More06Apr, 20
Suggestions for April 6- April 10
Read MoreRemember these assignments are only suggestions for you to keep growing in your knowledge. They are not going to be turned in or graded.
First Assignment: Read Luke 16:1-15 and then read Lesson 7-3 pages 157-158. Write/Discuss how this lesson relates to alot of people in the current situation in our nation.
Second Assignment: Discuss some ways that money can be helpful and some ways that money can be sinful.
Third Assignment: Read Lesson 7-4 pages 158-160. Discuss the following questions:
1. What are the basic need God has promised to supply for His people.
2. Why are people supposed to work?
3. How should a teenager use their money?
4. Is it right to spend money on entertainment?
Lastly, I want to encourage all of you to find a daily devotional that you can do in your quiet time. Some of you might already have one but of not, I want you to take a little time out of each day to read a few Scripture verses and even start keeping a journal to write some prayer requests and what you learned from your quiet time.
I miss you guys!
30Mar, 20
Suggestions for March 30- April 3
First Assignment:
Read lesson 7-2 pgs. 155-156. Once you have read the lesson, discus/write what you think it’s talking about when it mentions the kingdom of God. (Answer things such as is it heavenly or earthly, where is the kingdom, etc.) Then discus/write how you think someone becomes a part of the kingdom (be specific!) and how does the kingdom expand.
Second Assignment:
Interview a friend or family member who you know is a Christian and ask them how they became saved
Read More25Mar, 20
Wednesday March 25- Friday March 27
Your second assignment this week will be due on Friday by 8:00pm
You will need to read Matthew 13:24-52 and type a 7-10 sentence summary.
After you finish the summary I want you to describe and explain in your own words what you think the following statement means:
“We shouldn’t try to figure out who is really saved since a false profession cannot always be detected”
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23Mar, 20
Monday March 23- Wednesday March 25
Hey everyone! Hope all is going well and I hope y’all have been growing a lot in your faith during these crazy times! Remember when we talked about how powerful prayer was? I hope y’all are using some of your extra time to spend in prayer.
You will have two assignments this week. The first one will be due this Wednesday at 3:00pm and the second assignment will be posted Wednesday and due on Friday.
Youe first assignment: Due Wednesday at 3:00
You will need to read lesson 7-1 (pgs. 153-154) in your textbook. After you read the lesson you will need to type a description of each of the four soils mentioned in this lesson. You then will need to tell me which teenager (James, Melanie, Rich, and Tricia) represents which soil.
After you identify the teens, type a brief description of which soil you think represents you and why.
So, you should have a total of three things on your paper before you email it to me. First, the description of four soils. Second, the identifying of the four teens. Third, which soil represents you.
Please email me with any questions you have!
I miss y’all!
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March 16-20
- Hey everyone! Hope you are all doing well and staying healthy during this crazy time. We serve a mighty God who is always in control. There is nothing too big for Him! Take advantage of all your time at home to read your Bible and grow closer in your walk with God!
Here is your assignment for the week:
Due Friday March 20th by 3:00pm
-You are going to choose two of the parables from the chart on page 152 in your books and read the Scripture passage that goes with it. You then must type a summary for each parable that is 7-10 sentences. Include in your summaries what you think Jesus was trying tell us through the parables that you choose. You must email it to me by this Friday at 3:00pm!
Read More02Mar, 20
March 2-6
Homework and Quizzes
Monday: Write memory verse 3x John 14:6
Thursday: Take memory verse quiz
Read More18Feb, 20
Week of February 17-21
Monday: Write memory verse 3x Proverbs 3:13
Thursday: Memory verse quiz
Friday: Work on Miracles Project
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12Feb, 20
Miracles Project
Bible Project: Miracles
Due Monday March 2
Paper Format:
- ½ page – 1 full page typed
- Must be double spaced
- 12pt font
- Name and date in top left corner
- Title of paper will be the title of your miracle
What to include in your paper
- Where the miracle is taking place (if it doesn’t say it in your scripture references then research it)
- What is going on during the time Jesus performs the miracle (what are people doing, are any events going on during that time, are people gathered together and for what reason are they gathered, is the person alone and why is he alone, etc.)
- Describe what the miracle is that Jesus performs (Ex: Jesus took five loaves of bread and two fish and multiplied that food to feed over 5,000 people. Explain that there was a large crowd gathered to hear Jesus preaching and they were all hungry)
- Describe what happens after Jesus performs the miracle (what are the reactions, how do people respond, what does Jesus say, etc)
- Close by explaining what we can learn from the miracle Jesus performed
Poster Board:
- 1 poster board, any color, standard size, any material (get the cheap ones!)
- Title of your miracle must be large and centered at the top of the board
- Include the reference of your miracle under the title (it can be smaller than the title)
- Include details of your miracle on the poster board (what was the miracle, who was involved, what did Jesus do, how did people respond, ect)
- Include 3-4 pictures of your miracle on the poster board
- Poster boards can include printed pictures and words or pictures and words done by hand
