Friday, 21 December 2018
Thursday, 20 December 2018
Thursday, December 20, 2018
1. Pizza Day tomorrow for those that ordered
2. 12 Days of Christmas - wear your favourite Christmas socks
3. Music - bring your instruments
2. 12 Days of Christmas - wear your favourite Christmas socks
3. Music - bring your instruments
Wednesday, 19 December 2018
Science Test Study Tips
Science - Chapter 3 Study Tips
1. Know all vocabulary
2. Mechanical Efficiency Formula (Follow G.R.A.S.S problem solving steps)
3. Review note on Automation
4. Review note on Customer Service
5. Review questions p.78 #1-7, 9, 10
1. Know all vocabulary
2. Mechanical Efficiency Formula (Follow G.R.A.S.S problem solving steps)
3. Review note on Automation
4. Review note on Customer Service
5. Review questions p.78 #1-7, 9, 10
Tuesday, 18 December 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, December 18, 2018
1. Math - Unit 4: Exponents and Pythagoras Test tomorrow
2. Science - Chapter 3 Test on Thursday
3. 12 Days of Christmas - Movie Day tomorrow
4. Popcorn Day tomorrow
2. Science - Chapter 3 Test on Thursday
3. 12 Days of Christmas - Movie Day tomorrow
4. Popcorn Day tomorrow
Monday, 17 December 2018
Agenda - Monday,December 17, 2018
1. Math - Unit 4 Review p. 356 #5, 8, 9 (Remember test on Wednesday)
2. Science - Chapter 3 Test on Thursday
3. Secret Santa Gift Exchange tomorrow...Don't forget your gift!
4. 12 Days of Christmas - Wear red and white! Candy Cane grams will be delivered tomorrow!
2. Science - Chapter 3 Test on Thursday
3. Secret Santa Gift Exchange tomorrow...Don't forget your gift!
4. 12 Days of Christmas - Wear red and white! Candy Cane grams will be delivered tomorrow!
Wednesday, 12 December 2018
Agenda - Wednesday, December 12, 2108
1. Science - p. 65 #1-4
2. Math - p. 339-340 #1, 2 a,c, 3 a,c, 4, 6
3. Book Talks - will resume on Monday, if you have not presented yet
4. Candy Cane Grams due Friday
5. Secret Santa - gift exchange on Tuesday, December 18th
2. Math - p. 339-340 #1, 2 a,c, 3 a,c, 4, 6
3. Book Talks - will resume on Monday, if you have not presented yet
4. Candy Cane Grams due Friday
5. Secret Santa - gift exchange on Tuesday, December 18th
Tuesday, 11 December 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, December 11, 2018
1. Math - 8.2 Estimating Square Roots p. 331-332 #3-6, 8, 11
2. Book Talks tomorrow
3. Candy Cane Grams due Friday (Help support the Gr. 7's)
4. Secret Santa - gift exchange Tuesday, December 18th
5. Upcoming Tests :
2. Book Talks tomorrow
3. Candy Cane Grams due Friday (Help support the Gr. 7's)
4. Secret Santa - gift exchange Tuesday, December 18th
5. Upcoming Tests :
- Math (Unit 4 - Exponents and Pythagoras) next Wednesday
- Science (Chapter 3 - Designing Efficient Systems) next Thursday
Monday, 10 December 2018
Agenda - Monday, December 10, 2018
1. Math - Lesson 8.1 Constructing and Measuring Squares p. 327-328 #1-6
2. Family Life - Biography presentations will be completed tomorrow - come to school prepared if you haven't presented yet!
3. Book Talks - Be prepared to present on Wednesday!
4. 12 Days of Christmas - Wear white tomorrow!
2. Family Life - Biography presentations will be completed tomorrow - come to school prepared if you haven't presented yet!
3. Book Talks - Be prepared to present on Wednesday!
4. 12 Days of Christmas - Wear white tomorrow!
Friday, 7 December 2018
Agenda - Friday, December 7, 2018
1. Math - Skills You'll Need p. 322-324 # 1-6
2. We will continue Biography presentations on Monday (for those that didn't get a chance to present today)
3. Book Talks - December 11 & December 12
4. 12 Days of Christmas - Wear holiday bells/bling!
5. Cookie Dough Delivery next Thursday (December 13th) 2:30 - 6:30 in school gym (note sent home today with the youngest)
2. We will continue Biography presentations on Monday (for those that didn't get a chance to present today)
3. Book Talks - December 11 & December 12
4. 12 Days of Christmas - Wear holiday bells/bling!
5. Cookie Dough Delivery next Thursday (December 13th) 2:30 - 6:30 in school gym (note sent home today with the youngest)
Thursday, 6 December 2018
Agenda - Thursday, December 6, 2018
1. Family Life - "People of Character" Biography Presentations tomorrow
2. Science - 3.2 Efficiency pg. 63 #1-5 and Try This - p.63 (for assigned system)
3. Leahy Concert tomorrow
4. 12 Days of Christmas - Wear a hat and scarf tomorrow
5. Candy Cane Grams - form went home today
2. Science - 3.2 Efficiency pg. 63 #1-5 and Try This - p.63 (for assigned system)
3. Leahy Concert tomorrow
4. 12 Days of Christmas - Wear a hat and scarf tomorrow
5. Candy Cane Grams - form went home today
Wednesday, 5 December 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, December 5, 2018
1. Math - 1.3 Expanded Form and Scientific Notation p. 21-22 #1-6, 8, 9 and 11 due tomorrow
2. Science - 3.2 Efficiency p. 63 #1-5 and Try This - p.63 (complete for your group's assigned system) due Friday
Reminders!
2. Science - 3.2 Efficiency p. 63 #1-5 and Try This - p.63 (complete for your group's assigned system) due Friday
Reminders!
- Gr. 8 Open House @ St. Anne's - tonight (doors open at 6 pm - starts at 6:30 pm)
- Wear Red and Green tomorrow
- Subway Lunch tomorrow (for those that ordered)
- Dress warm tomorrow - we are walking over to St. Anne's shortly after morning bell for their Christmas Concert
- Secret Santa gifts will be exchanged Tuesday, December 18th. Please adhere to agreed upon amount - $15.
Tuesday, 4 December 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, December 4, 2018
1. Science - Lesson 3.1 Energy on the Loose p. 60 #1-4
2. Math - Value of the Place and Representing Numbers Worksheet (complete chart)
**Important Update- St. Anne's Band Christmas Concert has changed to Thursday at 9:30 am. We will be walking over to St. Anne's, as a school (Gr. 1-8), shortly after 9 am.
**Reminders
2. Math - Value of the Place and Representing Numbers Worksheet (complete chart)
**Important Update- St. Anne's Band Christmas Concert has changed to Thursday at 9:30 am. We will be walking over to St. Anne's, as a school (Gr. 1-8), shortly after 9 am.
**Reminders
- St. Anne's Gr. 8 Open House is tomorrow night at 6:30 pm (doors open at 6 pm)
- Starting Thursday we will be celebrating 12 Days of Christmas - please refer to our class calendar for more details.
- Family Life Assignment - People of Character (Biography) is due on Friday (1 more work period will be given).
- You should be working on your BOOK TALK nightly (rehearsing for your scheduled presentation on Dec. 11th or 12th).
Monday, 3 December 2018
Agenda - Monday, December 3, 2018
1. Math - Exchange Student Surveys are due tomorrow (one person from your group has to share your results with me). Be prepared to present your findings with the class tomorrow.
2. We are still accepting money ($5) to attend the Leahy Concert. Please bring it in ASAP!
3. Although class time has been given, the following 2 projects can be worked on at home, if you need more time:
2. We are still accepting money ($5) to attend the Leahy Concert. Please bring it in ASAP!
3. Although class time has been given, the following 2 projects can be worked on at home, if you need more time:
- Family Life - Biography of a Person of Character Assignment due Friday, December 7th
- Book Talk - presentations will take place on December 11 & 12
4. Remember that some bus schedules were changed. Please refer to the letter that was sent home with your child on Friday, as changes (if applicable) go into effect tomorrow!
Friday, 30 November 2018
Agenda - Friday, November 30, 2018
1. Reading - As discussed in class, the book that you chose for your Book Talk should be read by Tuesday, December 4th. This will give you a week to complete your written summary and chosen "Multiple Intelligence" activity, as well as time to rehearse your book talk presentation.
2. Leahy Christmas Concert - please bring in $5 or pay using school cash online by Monday. The concert will be taking place for our class on Friday, December 7th.
3. IMPORTANT REMINDERS
2. Leahy Christmas Concert - please bring in $5 or pay using school cash online by Monday. The concert will be taking place for our class on Friday, December 7th.
3. IMPORTANT REMINDERS
- if you don't have INDOOR SHOES at school, please do so ASAP.
- St. Anne's High School Open House - Wednesday, December 5th (doors open at 6pm)
Thursday, 29 November 2018
Agenda - Thursday, November 30, 2018
1. Science - Complete vocabulary for Chapter 3 - Designing Efficient Systems
- get Chapter 2 test signed
2. Leahy Christmas Performance - please bring in $5 by Monday, December 3rd
3. Last day for Giving Tree donations - please help support!
- get Chapter 2 test signed
2. Leahy Christmas Performance - please bring in $5 by Monday, December 3rd
3. Last day for Giving Tree donations - please help support!
Wednesday, 28 November 2018
Agenda - Wednesday, November 28, 2018
1. Tomorrow is the last day to hand in December lunch orders.
2. Our class will be attending "The Next Generation Leahy Christmas Experience" on December 7th. A note went home today. There is no permission form to fill out, since we are walking next door to LAFA. Please send in $5 by Monday, December 3rd. (Cash Online is available)
3. Two more days to donate to our Giving Tree project. Please help if you can!
2. Our class will be attending "The Next Generation Leahy Christmas Experience" on December 7th. A note went home today. There is no permission form to fill out, since we are walking next door to LAFA. Please send in $5 by Monday, December 3rd. (Cash Online is available)
3. Two more days to donate to our Giving Tree project. Please help if you can!
Monday, 26 November 2018
Agenda - Monday, November 26, 2018
1. Science - Review Questions pg. 54 #1-8
- Chapter 2 Test Wednesday (same format as Test #1)
Study Tips
- know Chapter 2 vocabulary (definitions)
- What is a simple machine? What are the 2 main groups of simple machines?
- List 6 simple machines and give examples of each
- Know different types of forces (ex. electromagnetic force)
- Formulas for Mechanical Advantage (2 ideal and 1 actual)
- Formula for work
- Follow G.R.A.S.S steps when problem solving
- Know the proper units (ex. Work is measured in joules (J), force is measured in newtons (N) etc.)
- know unit conversions (ex. newton-metres = joules, 100 cm =1 m, 1 kJ = 1000 J)
- What are the 2 components of force?
- What type of forces are used when riding your bike?
2. Please share your Emotion Poems with me if you haven't already done so!
3. December Lunch Orders are due Nov. 29th
4. The Giving Tree donations due by Nov. 30th
5. Book Talks - Presentations will be on Dec. 11 & Dec. 12
- please refer to your handout (How to Give a Book Talk)
-also on this day, you will submit your 1 page summary of the book and your chosen activity to accompany your book talk
- Chapter 2 Test Wednesday (same format as Test #1)
Study Tips
- know Chapter 2 vocabulary (definitions)
- What is a simple machine? What are the 2 main groups of simple machines?
- List 6 simple machines and give examples of each
- Know different types of forces (ex. electromagnetic force)
- Formulas for Mechanical Advantage (2 ideal and 1 actual)
- Formula for work
- Follow G.R.A.S.S steps when problem solving
- Know the proper units (ex. Work is measured in joules (J), force is measured in newtons (N) etc.)
- know unit conversions (ex. newton-metres = joules, 100 cm =1 m, 1 kJ = 1000 J)
- What are the 2 components of force?
- What type of forces are used when riding your bike?
2. Please share your Emotion Poems with me if you haven't already done so!
3. December Lunch Orders are due Nov. 29th
4. The Giving Tree donations due by Nov. 30th
5. Book Talks - Presentations will be on Dec. 11 & Dec. 12
- please refer to your handout (How to Give a Book Talk)
-also on this day, you will submit your 1 page summary of the book and your chosen activity to accompany your book talk
Friday, 23 November 2018
Agenda - Friday, November 23, 2018
1. Science - The Scientific Meaning of Work
-Sample Practice questions - 1 & 2
-pg.48 #1-5
-Chapter 2 Test (Wednesday)
2. Math - Your group should be prepared on Monday with your 3 survey questions (discrete, continuous and categorical) and sampling technique to conduct your Gr. 8 survey.
3. Family Life - Type your Emotion Poems (2) on one page (Don't need to print, just share with me!)
4. December Lunch Orders due Nov. 29th
5. The Giving Tree - donations due Nov. 30th
6. Book Talk - continue reading!
-Sample Practice questions - 1 & 2
-pg.48 #1-5
-Chapter 2 Test (Wednesday)
2. Math - Your group should be prepared on Monday with your 3 survey questions (discrete, continuous and categorical) and sampling technique to conduct your Gr. 8 survey.
3. Family Life - Type your Emotion Poems (2) on one page (Don't need to print, just share with me!)
4. December Lunch Orders due Nov. 29th
5. The Giving Tree - donations due Nov. 30th
6. Book Talk - continue reading!
Thursday, 22 November 2018
Agenda - Thursday, November 22, 2018
1. Science - Using Mechanical Advantage Equations Worksheet
2. Complete December Lunch Forms and send in money (or use School Cash Online) due Thursday, November 29th.
3. The Giving Tree - please send in donations
4. Book Talk - continue reading your chosen novel (books should be read by Dec. 4th). Presentations will be on Dec. 11th and Dec. 12th.
2. Complete December Lunch Forms and send in money (or use School Cash Online) due Thursday, November 29th.
3. The Giving Tree - please send in donations
4. Book Talk - continue reading your chosen novel (books should be read by Dec. 4th). Presentations will be on Dec. 11th and Dec. 12th.
Wednesday, 21 November 2018
Agenda - Wednesday, November 21, 2018
1. No Homework!
2. Reminder that tomorrow is Tim Horton's Lunch Day (Soup / Chili) for those that ordered.
3. The Giving Tree - donations encouraged until the end of the month. Thank you to those who have already contributed!
2. Reminder that tomorrow is Tim Horton's Lunch Day (Soup / Chili) for those that ordered.
3. The Giving Tree - donations encouraged until the end of the month. Thank you to those who have already contributed!
Tuesday, 20 November 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, November 20, 2018
1. Math - Data Management Test - tomorrow
2. Science - 2.3 Mechanical Advantage
pg. 40-43 complete the practice question under each of the 4 Sample Problems (follow the steps as outlined)
pg. 43 #1-4
3. The Giving Tree - donations are encouraged
2. Science - 2.3 Mechanical Advantage
pg. 40-43 complete the practice question under each of the 4 Sample Problems (follow the steps as outlined)
pg. 43 #1-4
3. The Giving Tree - donations are encouraged
Monday, 19 November 2018
Agenda - Monday, November 19, 2018
1. Math - Data Management Test - Wednesday
Unit Review - pg. 232 #8, 9 and pg. 233 1, 2, 4
2. The Giving Tree - please bring in donations (any $ amount is appreciated) due November 30th
Unit Review - pg. 232 #8, 9 and pg. 233 1, 2, 4
2. The Giving Tree - please bring in donations (any $ amount is appreciated) due November 30th
Thursday, 15 November 2018
Gr. 8 Transition Day
Yesterday we had an awesome day at St. Anne's High School. The students were able to tour the school and complete their passports by participating in various classroom activities. Here is a picture of our school's winners.
Agenda - Thursday, November 15, 2018
1. Math - Unit 3 Test next Wednesday (start studying)
2. Science - 2.2 A Closer Look At Forces p. 39 #1,2, and 5
3. Gr. 9 Registration Packages due Monday (still waiting on 5)
4. The Giving Tree - Advent Project (see note that went home yesterday)
Please bring in any dollar amount that you can to help contribute to this good cause!
5. Have a great long weekend! PA Day tomorrow.
Tuesday, 13 November 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, November 13, 2018
1. Math - Unit Review - p. 230-231 #1-5, 7
*Quiz on Thursday (open book)
**Test on Unit 3 (Data Management) next Wednesday (see Learning Goals Anchor Chart)
2. Science - 2.1 Physical Systems: Simple Machines p. 35 #4
- get Chapter 1 test signed
3. Family Life - Emotion Poems (2)
4. Confirmation Info. Sheet sent home today (please review with parents). If there are any spelling errors or discrepancies please email Chris Laforet - Coordinator of Youth Ministry Good Shepherd Parish (email included on sheet).
5. Gr. 9 Registration Package - Please complete/sign (3) forms by Monday, November 19th.
Progress Reports - please return envelope and signed bottom portion of the 2nd page. Thank you to those who have already done so!
6. Reminder that tomorrow is Gr. 8 Transition Day at St. Anne's (pizza lunch is included). We will be walking over shortly after 9 am and returning shortly after 1:30 pm. Dress warmly.
7. Parent Teacher Interviews - tomorrow night 4-7 pm. Please sign up using Interview Bookings icon on our school website, if interested or if I requested an interview. Thank you to those who have already done so!
*Quiz on Thursday (open book)
**Test on Unit 3 (Data Management) next Wednesday (see Learning Goals Anchor Chart)
2. Science - 2.1 Physical Systems: Simple Machines p. 35 #4
- get Chapter 1 test signed
3. Family Life - Emotion Poems (2)
4. Confirmation Info. Sheet sent home today (please review with parents). If there are any spelling errors or discrepancies please email Chris Laforet - Coordinator of Youth Ministry Good Shepherd Parish (email included on sheet).
5. Gr. 9 Registration Package - Please complete/sign (3) forms by Monday, November 19th.
Progress Reports - please return envelope and signed bottom portion of the 2nd page. Thank you to those who have already done so!
6. Reminder that tomorrow is Gr. 8 Transition Day at St. Anne's (pizza lunch is included). We will be walking over shortly after 9 am and returning shortly after 1:30 pm. Dress warmly.
7. Parent Teacher Interviews - tomorrow night 4-7 pm. Please sign up using Interview Bookings icon on our school website, if interested or if I requested an interview. Thank you to those who have already done so!
Monday, 12 November 2018
Agenda - Monday, November 12, 2018
1. Math - Lesson 5.5 Drawing Histograms - p. 218-219 #1, 3, 4
2. Science - Vocabulary for Chapter 2 - p. 28
3. Book Talks - Presentations will be December 11th and 12th. Class time will be given to read independently, but please stick to your schedule to make sure you read the required number of pages per day (this may involve reading at home, as well, to ensure your book is read by December 4th).
4. Book Fair - bring money if interested (our class visit is @ 10 am tomorrow)
5. Progress Reports - please sign and return bottom portion of page 2, and return envelope as well
***Parents -please note, you will find some important documents that are part of the Registration Process for Grade 9 in the envelope along with your child's Progress Report. These forms are to be completed and returned to me by Monday, November 19th. Thank you!!
2. Science - Vocabulary for Chapter 2 - p. 28
3. Book Talks - Presentations will be December 11th and 12th. Class time will be given to read independently, but please stick to your schedule to make sure you read the required number of pages per day (this may involve reading at home, as well, to ensure your book is read by December 4th).
4. Book Fair - bring money if interested (our class visit is @ 10 am tomorrow)
5. Progress Reports - please sign and return bottom portion of page 2, and return envelope as well
***Parents -please note, you will find some important documents that are part of the Registration Process for Grade 9 in the envelope along with your child's Progress Report. These forms are to be completed and returned to me by Monday, November 19th. Thank you!!
Friday, 9 November 2018
Agenda - Friday, November 9, 2018
1. Math - Bar Graphs or Histograms? Worksheet due Monday
2. Media Literacy - Good Copy of Book Cover due Monday
3. Health - Reducing Injuries (Activity 3.5 & 3.6) due Monday
4. Book Fair Schedule for 8M - Tuesday, November 13th @ 10:00 am - 10:15 am
Open Time for Intermediate students - Wednesday, November 14th and Thursday, November 15th @ 1:00- 2:30 (if needed)
5. Progress Reports go home Monday. See our school's website if you would like to book an interview with me! Go to "Interview Booking" icon and select my name. Pick your 10 min time slot.
6. Thank you to our Grade 8 volunteers who participated in our Remembrance Day Honor Guard today! Here are some pictures below.

2. Media Literacy - Good Copy of Book Cover due Monday
3. Health - Reducing Injuries (Activity 3.5 & 3.6) due Monday
4. Book Fair Schedule for 8M - Tuesday, November 13th @ 10:00 am - 10:15 am
Open Time for Intermediate students - Wednesday, November 14th and Thursday, November 15th @ 1:00- 2:30 (if needed)
5. Progress Reports go home Monday. See our school's website if you would like to book an interview with me! Go to "Interview Booking" icon and select my name. Pick your 10 min time slot.
6. Thank you to our Grade 8 volunteers who participated in our Remembrance Day Honor Guard today! Here are some pictures below.

Thursday, 8 November 2018
Agenda - Thursday, November, 8, 2018
1. Science - Test on Chapter 1 (Introducing Systems) tomorrow
2. Media Literacy - Rough Copy of Book Cover (class time will be given tomorrow to complete the good copy)
3. School Fundraiser - Simply Delicious- due tomorrow
4. Reminder to those students who signed up for our Remembrance Day Honor Guard tomorrow to dress warm (black hats /gloves are recommended).
2. Media Literacy - Rough Copy of Book Cover (class time will be given tomorrow to complete the good copy)
3. School Fundraiser - Simply Delicious- due tomorrow
4. Reminder to those students who signed up for our Remembrance Day Honor Guard tomorrow to dress warm (black hats /gloves are recommended).
Wednesday, 7 November 2018
Agenda - Wednesday, November 7, 2018
1. Math - Did We Count or Measure? Worksheet (Review the difference between Categorical, Discrete and Continuous Data)
2. Science - Review questions page 26-27 #1, 3, 4, 5, 9
- Study - Test (Chapter 1 - Introducing Systems) on Friday, November 9th
*see Study Questions posted yesterday
3. School Fundraiser - Simply Delicious - deadline postponed to Friday, November 9th
4. Assumption College Catholic High School - Grade 8 Open House (for those interested)
Tuesday, 6 November 2018
Science - Name That System!
Here are a few pics of our "Name that System" game that we played today! It was a great review of various systems and their purpose, inputs, outputs, components and processes!
Agenda - Tuesday, November 6, 2018
1. Science - Study for Chapter 1 - Introducing Systems
Test Format - True/False, Fill in the Blanks, Matching, Multiple Choice, and Short Answer
REVIEW
What is a system? subsystem?
Know the difference between physical and social systems and be able to give examples
Components of systems - inputs, outputs, and side effects
What is systems thinking? consumerism?
What are industries? How are systems different than industries?
Monday, 5 November 2018
Agenda - Monday, November 5, 2018
1. Science - Test on Chapter 1 (Friday) - Start studying!
2. Reading - Book Talk - sign up tomorrow (have book at school tomorrow)
3. Media Literacy - Choose one of your favourite novels to design a new book cover for.
2. Reading - Book Talk - sign up tomorrow (have book at school tomorrow)
3. Media Literacy - Choose one of your favourite novels to design a new book cover for.
Friday, 2 November 2018
Agenda - Friday, November 2, 2018
1. Math - p.214 #5 (Review how to make a Stem and Leaf Plot)
2. Science - Type and print out your "Name that System" Card - we will need it Monday to play our game (Please don't forget!) An example is in your notes and posted on yesterday's agenda below.
3. Please use this weekend to continue taking orders for our School Fundraiser - Simply Delicious (due Wednesday, November 7).
2. Science - Type and print out your "Name that System" Card - we will need it Monday to play our game (Please don't forget!) An example is in your notes and posted on yesterday's agenda below.
3. Please use this weekend to continue taking orders for our School Fundraiser - Simply Delicious (due Wednesday, November 7).
Thursday, 1 November 2018
Agenda - Thursday, November 1, 2018
1. Math - 5.4 Applying Measures of Central Tendency - pg. 213-214 #1 b, d, 3, 7
2. Science - 1.2 System Components pg 16 #2, 3, 5
- Choose a system you would like to use for "Name that System" Activity
(Class time will be given tomorrow to complete your card - see sample below)
2. Science - 1.2 System Components pg 16 #2, 3, 5
- Choose a system you would like to use for "Name that System" Activity
(Class time will be given tomorrow to complete your card - see sample below)
Wednesday, 31 October 2018
Agenda - Wednesday, October 31, 2018
1. Math - Complete "Explore" activity - p. 211 (Be prepared to discuss answers tomorrow)
2. Science - Types of Systems - p.12 #1-4
3. Picture Re-takes tomorrow
2. Science - Types of Systems - p.12 #1-4
3. Picture Re-takes tomorrow
Tuesday, 30 October 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, October 30, 2018
1. Math - Mid-unit Review pg. 210 #1-4
2. Science - Title page "Systems in Action"
- Chapter 1 Vocabulary - pg. 8 (write out definitions)
3. Religion - Unit 1 Test
4. Book Talk - Bring a novel of your choice to school on Thursday to sign-up for our first Book Talk - Passion Project (more info. will be given soon). Novels chosen should be at your reading level - don't be afraid to challenge yourself!
REMINDERS!
2. Science - Title page "Systems in Action"
- Chapter 1 Vocabulary - pg. 8 (write out definitions)
3. Religion - Unit 1 Test
- Review Gifts (7) and Fruits (9) of the Holy Spirit, how God is present in our lives (4 ways), and be able to retell events from the Pentecost story.
4. Book Talk - Bring a novel of your choice to school on Thursday to sign-up for our first Book Talk - Passion Project (more info. will be given soon). Novels chosen should be at your reading level - don't be afraid to challenge yourself!
REMINDERS!
- Coat/Food Drive ends tomorrow - whatever you can bring in is much appreciated!
- Popcorn Day tomorrow!
- Wear orange and black tomorrow for Halloween.
- Picture Re-takes are scheduled for Thursday, November 1st
- School Fundraiser - Simply Delicious orders due November 7th....letter about incentives went home today with the youngest/only!
Monday, 29 October 2018
Agenda - Monday, October 29, 2018
1. Math - Lesson 5.3 -The Shape of Data pg. 203-204 #1-4
2. Religion - Good Copy of your Fruits of the Holy Spirit Reflection
(from Video Sessions)
- Test Unit 1 (Wednesday)
2. Religion - Good Copy of your Fruits of the Holy Spirit Reflection
(from Video Sessions)
- Test Unit 1 (Wednesday)
- Review Gifts (7) and Fruits (9) of the Holy Spirit, how God is present in our lives (4 ways), and be able to retell events from the story of Pentecost.
Thursday, 25 October 2018
Agenda - Thursday, October 25, 2018
1. Creative Writing - Both your Halloween assignments are due Monday. (Witch's Brew Recipe and your Limerick). Please have them typed and printed out, only after you have properly edited your work. Your limerick is especially important to have because you will need it to complete your tombstone assignment for Art.
2. Geography - Class time will continue to be given early next week for you and your partner to work on your "Megacities" Project. If you feel you need more time, use this weekend to continue researching about your topic.
3. Have a wonderful weekend!
2. Geography - Class time will continue to be given early next week for you and your partner to work on your "Megacities" Project. If you feel you need more time, use this weekend to continue researching about your topic.
3. Have a wonderful weekend!
Wednesday, 24 October 2018
Agenda - Wednesday, October 24, 2018
1. Geography - Factors Causing Change & Sustainable Communities - Worksheet #1-4
- start researching for information "Megacities" Project
2. Math - Lesson 5.2 Inferring and Evaluating p. 196-199 #1, 2, 5, and 7
3. Writing - Halloween Assignments a) Witch's Brew Recipe and b) Limerick (rough copies)
4. Health - Exploring Injuries Worksheet
5. Pasta Lunch tomorrow for those that ordered
- start researching for information "Megacities" Project
2. Math - Lesson 5.2 Inferring and Evaluating p. 196-199 #1, 2, 5, and 7
3. Writing - Halloween Assignments a) Witch's Brew Recipe and b) Limerick (rough copies)
4. Health - Exploring Injuries Worksheet
5. Pasta Lunch tomorrow for those that ordered
Tuesday, 23 October 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, October 23, 2018
1. Literacy - Brainstorm ideas for your Witch's Brew Recipe (following a Sequence Text Pattern). You will be working on this writing assignment during class tomorrow.
2. Music - bring a portfolio with pockets for your music sheets. Music class is tomorrow (this week only).
3. Wear purple tomorrow - help raise awareness about the rights of children and youth to safety and well being.
2. Music - bring a portfolio with pockets for your music sheets. Music class is tomorrow (this week only).
3. Wear purple tomorrow - help raise awareness about the rights of children and youth to safety and well being.
Monday, 22 October 2018
Agenda - Monday, October 22, 2018
1. Literacy - Monologue - typed or neatly written (to be handed in) and be prepared to present tomorrow
2. Math - 5.1 - Relating Census and Sample - p. 189-191 #1-3 and 5-7
3. School Wide Fundraiser - Simply Delicious (frozen cookie dough, cinnamon buns & twists, soft pretzels and more) Information Package/ Order Forms sent home today!
2. Math - 5.1 - Relating Census and Sample - p. 189-191 #1-3 and 5-7
3. School Wide Fundraiser - Simply Delicious (frozen cookie dough, cinnamon buns & twists, soft pretzels and more) Information Package/ Order Forms sent home today!
Friday, 19 October 2018
Agenda - Friday, October 19, 2018
1. Literacy - Monologue due next Tuesday (presentation)
- Don't forget to share your picture with me through google slides!
2. Geography - Read p. 67-71
- Make jot notes (Types of Trends)
- Answer questions p. 71 #1-3
3. Music - bring in a portfolio (folder with pockets) to store music sheets in
4. Reminders:
- Food orders due Monday, October 22nd
- Coat/Food Drive continue until end of October
- Picture orders due October 25th (passed out today)
- Picture Re-takes are scheduled for Thursday, November 1st
- Don't forget to share your picture with me through google slides!
2. Geography - Read p. 67-71
- Make jot notes (Types of Trends)
- Answer questions p. 71 #1-3
3. Music - bring in a portfolio (folder with pockets) to store music sheets in
4. Reminders:
- Food orders due Monday, October 22nd
- Coat/Food Drive continue until end of October
- Picture orders due October 25th (passed out today)
- Picture Re-takes are scheduled for Thursday, November 1st
Thursday, 18 October 2018
Agenda - Thursday, October 18, 2018
1. Literacy -Monologue - due Tuesday, October 23rd (be ready to present)
Writing a Monologue - Child Labour
Choose a photograph from this selection - What is Child Labour? (page 28-29) or from doing a Google image search. Brainstorm ideas for a key message that the child in the photo might give in a 30 second monologue. The monologue would be used as a voice-over to the photo as part of a TV public service announcement. Brainstorm supporting details you can use to support the main message. Draft your monologue.
Refer to the questions on page 24 to provide feedback about the main idea, topic, and supporting details.
Tuesday, 16 October 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, October 16, 2018
1. Math - Unit Review - page 411-412 #1-11
- Study for test (Thursday, October 18th)
2. Geography - Case Study: Montreal, Quebec - page 63 #1-5
3. Keep bringing in Coats/Canned Goods to help support our school's Coat/Food Drive!
4. Lunch orders due - Monday, October 22nd
5. Please remember to participate in our school's Waste Reduction Week
(garbageless lunches are encouraged)
6. Mark your calendars - December 5th @ 6:30 - Open House at St. Anne's High School (information sheet sent home today)
- Study for test (Thursday, October 18th)
2. Geography - Case Study: Montreal, Quebec - page 63 #1-5
3. Keep bringing in Coats/Canned Goods to help support our school's Coat/Food Drive!
4. Lunch orders due - Monday, October 22nd
5. Please remember to participate in our school's Waste Reduction Week
(garbageless lunches are encouraged)
6. Mark your calendars - December 5th @ 6:30 - Open House at St. Anne's High School (information sheet sent home today)
Monday, 15 October 2018
Agenda - Monday, October 15, 2018
1. Math - Unit Review
- page 412 #12-17
2. Reminders - Lunch (Pasta, Pizza, Tim Horton's) Orders due Monday, October 22nd
- page 412 #12-17
2. Reminders - Lunch (Pasta, Pizza, Tim Horton's) Orders due Monday, October 22nd
Friday, 12 October 2018
Transformations - Rotations
Here is the video we watched today in class. Please take the time to review the rules:
90 degree CCW or 270 degrees CW - (x, y) becomes (-y, x) ***Keep in mind that the
180 degree - (x, y) becomes (-x, -y) negative sign just means
270 degree CCW or 90 degrees CW - (x, y) becomes (y, -x) take the opposite integer.
Agenda - Friday, October 12, 2018
1. Math - Graphing Rotations
pg. 405-406 #1-3
- Start studying for upcoming Unit 2 - Integers & Transformations Test
(Thurs., Oct. 18th) Refer to Learning Goals for what you need to know
2. Reminders - Popcorn orders due Tues., Oct. 16th
- Coat / Food Drive (bring what you can in until Oct. 31st)
pg. 405-406 #1-3
- Start studying for upcoming Unit 2 - Integers & Transformations Test
(Thurs., Oct. 18th) Refer to Learning Goals for what you need to know
2. Reminders - Popcorn orders due Tues., Oct. 16th
- Coat / Food Drive (bring what you can in until Oct. 31st)
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
Agenda - Wednesday, October 10, 2018
1. Geography - Land Use Worksheet (complete chart - use p. 56-57 of textbook for help)
2. French - Vocabulary Quiz on Thursday
2. French - Vocabulary Quiz on Thursday
Friday, 5 October 2018
Wednesday, 3 October 2018
Agenda - Wednesday, October 3, 2018
1. Writing/Media Literacy - Inspirational Poem and Illustration (Global Citizenship)
Be prepared to complete good copies in class tomorrow.
2. Religion - Strong Enough - p. 15-18
Answer #3 on p. 18
Review the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit (p. 12-15)
Be prepared to complete good copies in class tomorrow.
2. Religion - Strong Enough - p. 15-18
Answer #3 on p. 18
Review the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit (p. 12-15)
Tuesday, 2 October 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, October 2, 2018
1. Geography - Chapters 1 & 2 Test - tomorrow
2. Math - Mid-Unit Review (Adding/Subtracting/Multiplying/Dividing Integers)
p. 389 #1-10
3. Writing - Rough copy of Inspirational Poems about Global Citizenship
2. Math - Mid-Unit Review (Adding/Subtracting/Multiplying/Dividing Integers)
p. 389 #1-10
3. Writing - Rough copy of Inspirational Poems about Global Citizenship
Friday, 28 September 2018
Operation Anchor Chart - Integers
Refer to this anchor chart if you need some help with adding, subtracting, multiplying and/or dividing integers!
Agenda - Friday, September 28, 2018
1. Geography - Start studying for Chapter 1 & 2 Test (next Wednesday)
*Good Idea* Make flashcards of your vocabulary words for both chapters
2. Math - Lesson 9.4 - Multiplying Integers
p. 383-384 #1-5, 10
3. If you are planning on attending our 1st Annual Community Eucharist Celebration "Sunset with Christ" on Tuesday, October 9th, at 6:30 pm (Good Shepherd Parish), please return yellow form to school by Wednesday, October 3rd.
*Good Idea* Make flashcards of your vocabulary words for both chapters
2. Math - Lesson 9.4 - Multiplying Integers
p. 383-384 #1-5, 10
3. If you are planning on attending our 1st Annual Community Eucharist Celebration "Sunset with Christ" on Tuesday, October 9th, at 6:30 pm (Good Shepherd Parish), please return yellow form to school by Wednesday, October 3rd.
Thursday, 27 September 2018
Agenda - Thursday, September 27, 2018
1. Geography - Population Pyramids (worksheet)
2. Math - p, 379 #1, 5
3. Literacy - Terry Fox Making Connections Question
4. Toonie for Terry - Terry Fox Walk tomorrow 1pm
5. Sunset with Christ Mass - Tuesday, October 9th - 6:30pm @ Good Shepherd Parish
Return forms if you are able to attend
2. Math - p, 379 #1, 5
3. Literacy - Terry Fox Making Connections Question
4. Toonie for Terry - Terry Fox Walk tomorrow 1pm
5. Sunset with Christ Mass - Tuesday, October 9th - 6:30pm @ Good Shepherd Parish
Return forms if you are able to attend
Wednesday, 26 September 2018
Agenda - Wednesday, September 26, 2018
1. Religion - Where can we find God?
2. Math - Adding and Subtracting Integers Review
p. 370-371 #1, 2, 8, 10
p. 374-375 #1, 3, 4, 9 (a, c, e, g only)
3. Toonie for Terry
2. Math - Adding and Subtracting Integers Review
p. 370-371 #1, 2, 8, 10
p. 374-375 #1, 3, 4, 9 (a, c, e, g only)
3. Toonie for Terry
Tuesday, 25 September 2018
Agenda - Tuesday, September 25, 2018
1. Math - Get Unit 1 - Patterning Test signed
Thank you to those who have already handed them back signed!
2. Geography - Chapter 2 - How People Live: Population Characteristics
Check Back questions p. 29 #1-6
3. Please bring in a Toonie for Terry - Terry Fox Walk on Friday, September 28th
Thank you to those who have already handed them back signed!
2. Geography - Chapter 2 - How People Live: Population Characteristics
Check Back questions p. 29 #1-6
3. Please bring in a Toonie for Terry - Terry Fox Walk on Friday, September 28th
Monday, 24 September 2018
Learning Goals Unit 2 - Integers and Transformations
We have just completed our Patterning Unit in math and so we are now ready to start Unit 2 - Integers and Transformations. Below are the learning goals that we will be working on over the next few weeks!
Agenda - Monday, September 24, 2018
1. Literacy a) Please remember to have a book at school for silent reading.
b) Read "Two Islands" - pg. 12-20
2. Math - a) Get Unit 1 - Patterning Test signed
b) Complete Unit 2 - Integers and Transformations Diagnostic
3. Return Student Registration Verification Forms (white form) - indicate using a red pen if making any corrections and then sign/date at the bottom. The office needs these forms handed in a.s.a.p! Thank you to those who have already handed them in!
b) Read "Two Islands" - pg. 12-20
2. Math - a) Get Unit 1 - Patterning Test signed
b) Complete Unit 2 - Integers and Transformations Diagnostic
3. Return Student Registration Verification Forms (white form) - indicate using a red pen if making any corrections and then sign/date at the bottom. The office needs these forms handed in a.s.a.p! Thank you to those who have already handed them in!
Saturday, 15 September 2018
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