Apologies for no post yesterday...away sick.
Period One -- ELA 10
We continued to work on our assignments based on "The Cage". These are due on Monday, January 5th
Period Two -- ELA 20
We read the novel "Far From Shore" Assignments are due on Friday, January 9th.
I suggest that some of you take the novel home to read over the holidays. It will save some time racing to get things done the first week back.
Period Three -- ELA 10
Same as Period One
Period Four -- Social 30
We took some notes on the economic developments that have historically taken place in Canada, with a bit of an emphasis on its impacts on the west.
Period Five -- ELA 20
Same as Period Two
Period Six/Seven -- ELA 9
We corrected quite a bit of Grammar. We were given time to finish up two things:
A) Santa Letters
B) The Leaving
Have a good night...two more days till Break!
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Monday, December 15, 2008
Monday, December 15th -- Day One
SNOW DAY!!!!
I am sure that the hearts of many students were broken to hear that due to the cold weather, the buses would not be running today. Let's cross our fingers for tomorrow.
In terms of homework in various classes:
Social 20 -- handout on population changes with questions is due next class.
ELA 20 -- Persuasive Essay was due today...we'll collect them the first day back after the cold snap.
ELA 9 -- Grammar from Friday is due. Also, be sure to read the short story that was assigned.
ELA 10 -- Continue to work on your project based on the novel "The Cage"
Congratulations to the Senior Girls Basketball team for their 2nd place finish in Esterhazy this weekend.
Have a good day and stay warm!!!
I am sure that the hearts of many students were broken to hear that due to the cold weather, the buses would not be running today. Let's cross our fingers for tomorrow.
In terms of homework in various classes:
Social 20 -- handout on population changes with questions is due next class.
ELA 20 -- Persuasive Essay was due today...we'll collect them the first day back after the cold snap.
ELA 9 -- Grammar from Friday is due. Also, be sure to read the short story that was assigned.
ELA 10 -- Continue to work on your project based on the novel "The Cage"
Congratulations to the Senior Girls Basketball team for their 2nd place finish in Esterhazy this weekend.
Have a good day and stay warm!!!
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Tuesday, December 9th -- Day Three
Period One -- ELA 10
Assignments were collected from the assignment we did relating to the poem "The Road not Taken". After that we read a poem entitled "Ex - Basketball Player" and did the following activities: 1) Write a brief summary -- what is the poem about? 2) In your opinion, what is the most important line(s) in the poem? Why? 3) Is Flick Webb a winner or a loser? Explain.
Period Two -- ELA 20
We read a short story entitled "The Moose and the Sparrow" and answered the following questions: 1) What is the source of the feud between Moose and Cecil? 2) Do you think that Cecil is brave or stupid for choosing to stay? Explain. 3) What has happened in the end? Is this justice? Explain. HOMEWORK: The Moose and the Sparrow
Period Three -- ELA 10
After some silent reading, we defined the term chivalry. We then took some time to make a list of actions/behaviors that we consider to be chivalrous in nature. We also tried to come up with a personal definition of the terms 'hero' and 'honorable'. This will make more sense tomorrow as the story we are going to read deals with thest concepts. HOMEWORK: None
Period Four -- Social 30
Reminder that the research assignment is due Thursday by no later than 2:30 (early dismissal). If not in by Friday at the latest, it will be zero. Handout on the standard of living in Canada was given with eleven questions that needed to be completed. Homework: Questions
Period Five -- ELA 20
After s few minutes to finish up questions for "The Moose and the Sparrow", the novel "Far from Shore" was distributed. This will be the independent novel study that students are to comlpete on their own given only a few classes to read, no assignments other than the culminating assignment which will presumably be due shortly after Christmas holidays.
Periods Six & Seven -- ELA 9
Assignments were returned (short stories & Movie posters). From this point, the assignment based on "G. Trueheart: Man's Best Friend" were collected. Letters were then given to be read and a response needs to be completed by each student. Homework: None
Congrats to the Jr. Basketball teams for great efforts yesterday vs. Canora.
Good luck to the Sr. Basketball teams today as they host Canora.
Have a great night.
Assignments were collected from the assignment we did relating to the poem "The Road not Taken". After that we read a poem entitled "Ex - Basketball Player" and did the following activities: 1) Write a brief summary -- what is the poem about? 2) In your opinion, what is the most important line(s) in the poem? Why? 3) Is Flick Webb a winner or a loser? Explain.
Period Two -- ELA 20
We read a short story entitled "The Moose and the Sparrow" and answered the following questions: 1) What is the source of the feud between Moose and Cecil? 2) Do you think that Cecil is brave or stupid for choosing to stay? Explain. 3) What has happened in the end? Is this justice? Explain. HOMEWORK: The Moose and the Sparrow
Period Three -- ELA 10
After some silent reading, we defined the term chivalry. We then took some time to make a list of actions/behaviors that we consider to be chivalrous in nature. We also tried to come up with a personal definition of the terms 'hero' and 'honorable'. This will make more sense tomorrow as the story we are going to read deals with thest concepts. HOMEWORK: None
Period Four -- Social 30
Reminder that the research assignment is due Thursday by no later than 2:30 (early dismissal). If not in by Friday at the latest, it will be zero. Handout on the standard of living in Canada was given with eleven questions that needed to be completed. Homework: Questions
Period Five -- ELA 20
After s few minutes to finish up questions for "The Moose and the Sparrow", the novel "Far from Shore" was distributed. This will be the independent novel study that students are to comlpete on their own given only a few classes to read, no assignments other than the culminating assignment which will presumably be due shortly after Christmas holidays.
Periods Six & Seven -- ELA 9
Assignments were returned (short stories & Movie posters). From this point, the assignment based on "G. Trueheart: Man's Best Friend" were collected. Letters were then given to be read and a response needs to be completed by each student. Homework: None
Congrats to the Jr. Basketball teams for great efforts yesterday vs. Canora.
Good luck to the Sr. Basketball teams today as they host Canora.
Have a great night.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Monday, December 8th -- Day Two
Period One -- ELA 20
We continued working on our persuasive writing piece. Very few, if any, cases will be given after today. It is due on Monday, December 15th.
Period Three -- ELA 10
Assignments for the short story "Test" were collected. After that, the poem "The Road not Taken" by Robert Frost was read and discussed. An assignment was given in which you are to determine which path you would choose to take and explain why. You are also to speak to how that path may or may not make you a better person. HOMEWORK: The Road not Taken Assignment
Period Four & Five -- ELA 9
Assignment was given out of Crossroads. Students were to read "G. Trueheart: Man's Best Friend" and complete questions 1, abcd, and 2. This is due tomorrow. We also corrected Lessons 31, 32 & 33 of Language Power. Homework: G. Trueheart: Man's Best Friend
Period Six -- ELA 20
Some assignments were returned....Collage and Similarities and Differences between "Shinny Game Melted the Ice" and "I Lost my Talk". Discussion of class divisions within High School was had. Following this, they read the essay "Memoirs of a Non - Prom Queen". Once read, further discussion on the topic of how we will be remembered was had. Homework: None
Period Seven -- Social 20
Current Events discussion brought up nothing relevant. Discussion of the factors effecting fertility and death rates was had. Notes were then taken on changes in human behavior regarding fertility rates, and the reasons for these changes. Homework: None
Congratulations to the Sr. Girls basketball team on their 3rd place finish in Central Butte this weekend.
Good luck to the Jr. Girls and Boys who host Canora today after school.
We continued working on our persuasive writing piece. Very few, if any, cases will be given after today. It is due on Monday, December 15th.
Period Three -- ELA 10
Assignments for the short story "Test" were collected. After that, the poem "The Road not Taken" by Robert Frost was read and discussed. An assignment was given in which you are to determine which path you would choose to take and explain why. You are also to speak to how that path may or may not make you a better person. HOMEWORK: The Road not Taken Assignment
Period Four & Five -- ELA 9
Assignment was given out of Crossroads. Students were to read "G. Trueheart: Man's Best Friend" and complete questions 1, abcd, and 2. This is due tomorrow. We also corrected Lessons 31, 32 & 33 of Language Power. Homework: G. Trueheart: Man's Best Friend
Period Six -- ELA 20
Some assignments were returned....Collage and Similarities and Differences between "Shinny Game Melted the Ice" and "I Lost my Talk". Discussion of class divisions within High School was had. Following this, they read the essay "Memoirs of a Non - Prom Queen". Once read, further discussion on the topic of how we will be remembered was had. Homework: None
Period Seven -- Social 20
Current Events discussion brought up nothing relevant. Discussion of the factors effecting fertility and death rates was had. Notes were then taken on changes in human behavior regarding fertility rates, and the reasons for these changes. Homework: None
Congratulations to the Sr. Girls basketball team on their 3rd place finish in Central Butte this weekend.
Good luck to the Jr. Girls and Boys who host Canora today after school.
Friday, December 5, 2008
Friday, December 5th -- Day One
Period One -- Social 20
Current Events discussion...we are getting fewer and fewer each day.
We discussed the factors that have effected death and fertility rates over the course of time starting in the Middle Ages. We had a good discussion about how birth and death rates have an uncanny ability to offset themselves over time.
Homework: NONE
Period Two -- Social 30
I broke down and gave the kids one more period to get some work done on their research paper. There will be absolutely NO more class time given. They are due Thursday, December 11th.
Period Three -- Social 10
We looked at some of the reasons why immigrants would have chosen to leave their home country for another country. We then looked at two economic systems that exist, capitalism and marxism. Class consensus was that Capitalism was far more preferential than Marxism. We then used this reality to discuss if the automakers seeking bailouts fit appropriately with the realities of capitalism.
Homework: None
Period Four -- ELA 20
We went to the library to get some background information on our topics for Persuasive Essays.
Period Five -- ELA 20
We used our research from period four to start putting these papers together.
Period Six -- ELA 10
A class used to read ahead in the novel "The Cage"
Period Seven -- ELA 9
After silent reading, movie posters were collected. After that, Lessons 31, 32 & 33 were assigned in Language Power. Homework: Grammar Assignment.
Thanks to Brittany and Alyssa for all their help in sorting and distributing school clothing.
Good luck to the Sr. Girls Basketball team in Central Butte this weekend!!!
Period Four --
Current Events discussion...we are getting fewer and fewer each day.
We discussed the factors that have effected death and fertility rates over the course of time starting in the Middle Ages. We had a good discussion about how birth and death rates have an uncanny ability to offset themselves over time.
Homework: NONE
Period Two -- Social 30
I broke down and gave the kids one more period to get some work done on their research paper. There will be absolutely NO more class time given. They are due Thursday, December 11th.
Period Three -- Social 10
We looked at some of the reasons why immigrants would have chosen to leave their home country for another country. We then looked at two economic systems that exist, capitalism and marxism. Class consensus was that Capitalism was far more preferential than Marxism. We then used this reality to discuss if the automakers seeking bailouts fit appropriately with the realities of capitalism.
Homework: None
Period Four -- ELA 20
We went to the library to get some background information on our topics for Persuasive Essays.
Period Five -- ELA 20
We used our research from period four to start putting these papers together.
Period Six -- ELA 10
A class used to read ahead in the novel "The Cage"
Period Seven -- ELA 9
After silent reading, movie posters were collected. After that, Lessons 31, 32 & 33 were assigned in Language Power. Homework: Grammar Assignment.
Thanks to Brittany and Alyssa for all their help in sorting and distributing school clothing.
Good luck to the Sr. Girls Basketball team in Central Butte this weekend!!!
Period Four --
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Tuesday, December 2nd -- Day Four
Period One -- ELA 10
We read a collection of letters entitled "Letters from Vietnam" which deal with a soldiers experiences and letters home during the Vietnam conflict. We tried to discuss the challenges this individual, and others like him would experience. Homework: NONE
Period Two -- Social 30
We researched for our research assignment. One more period will probably be given. Homework: NONE
Period Five -- Social 30
Current Events discussion brought up the potential coalition gaining interest in Parliament. We returned to our large groups from last day and completed our large concept webs which should be done for tomorrow.
Period Six -- ELA 9
After some silent reading, we collected the homework related to the story "Coffee, Snacks, Worms". We then started an assignment in which we are making the poster for a movie given the assumption that one of the stories we have read is being turned into a film. Homework: NONE
Period Seven -- ELA 20
Getting ready for the final stages of the debate which is set for tomorrow.
We read a collection of letters entitled "Letters from Vietnam" which deal with a soldiers experiences and letters home during the Vietnam conflict. We tried to discuss the challenges this individual, and others like him would experience. Homework: NONE
Period Two -- Social 30
We researched for our research assignment. One more period will probably be given. Homework: NONE
Period Five -- Social 30
Current Events discussion brought up the potential coalition gaining interest in Parliament. We returned to our large groups from last day and completed our large concept webs which should be done for tomorrow.
Period Six -- ELA 9
After some silent reading, we collected the homework related to the story "Coffee, Snacks, Worms". We then started an assignment in which we are making the poster for a movie given the assumption that one of the stories we have read is being turned into a film. Homework: NONE
Period Seven -- ELA 20
Getting ready for the final stages of the debate which is set for tomorrow.
Monday, December 1, 2008
Monday, December 1st -- Day Three
Period One -- ELA 10
We were given the period to ensure that the details of our reality programs were together and ready to be put together into a presentable manner. If done, students were allowed to read ahead in "The Cage"
Period Two -- ELA 20
We started our debate in which each side had an opportunity to present their side of the argument. The remainder of class time was used to get their rebuttal's together.
Period Three -- ELA 10
We were given time to go to the library to work on our Power Points or whatever presentable manner we are choosing to put our Reality Program into. The due date for these assignments is yet to be determined but I am looking at the last week prior to Christmas to be used for presentations. Also, you can expect your assignment possibilites regarding "The Cage" to be given later this week or early next week.
Period Four -- Social 30
The class was given to research our assignments. One more period will be given for sure and possibly more pending on work ethic in the time given. No homework.
Period Five -- ELA 20
Work continued on the debate. No homework.
Period's Six & Seven -- ELA 9
The first class was silent reading. Period Seven saw a discussion on Turning Points and an assignment in which the short story "Coffee, Snacks, Worms" is to be read along with questions 1, a,b,c. This is homework for tomorrow.
We were given the period to ensure that the details of our reality programs were together and ready to be put together into a presentable manner. If done, students were allowed to read ahead in "The Cage"
Period Two -- ELA 20
We started our debate in which each side had an opportunity to present their side of the argument. The remainder of class time was used to get their rebuttal's together.
Period Three -- ELA 10
We were given time to go to the library to work on our Power Points or whatever presentable manner we are choosing to put our Reality Program into. The due date for these assignments is yet to be determined but I am looking at the last week prior to Christmas to be used for presentations. Also, you can expect your assignment possibilites regarding "The Cage" to be given later this week or early next week.
Period Four -- Social 30
The class was given to research our assignments. One more period will be given for sure and possibly more pending on work ethic in the time given. No homework.
Period Five -- ELA 20
Work continued on the debate. No homework.
Period's Six & Seven -- ELA 9
The first class was silent reading. Period Seven saw a discussion on Turning Points and an assignment in which the short story "Coffee, Snacks, Worms" is to be read along with questions 1, a,b,c. This is homework for tomorrow.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Tuesday, November 25th -- Day Six
Period One -- Social Studies 20
We discussed the configuration of our Saskatchewan maps from the years 1905 and 2008. How did the location of villages, towns and cities change? Why?
A handout was discussed concerning conflicting social systems. From this point, information on three different paradigms regarding our relationship with the world around us was given out and questions were to be answered. Homework: Complete questions relating to these paradigms.
Period Two -- ELA A10
The elements of plot were discussed as they appeared in the short story "Blue & White". A poem entitled "The Northwest Passage" was given out and students were to come up with ideas and thoughts as to what was happening within each of the stanzas.
Period Three -- ELA 20
We discussed the Figures of Speech created by the students which were aided by definitions and examples given in class yesterday. From this point, students were given a package to read which included a short story entitled "The Shinny Game Melted the Ice" and a poem entitled "I Lost My Talk". Homework: read these two pieces for tomorrow.
Period Four -- ELA 9
After ten minutes of reading, short stories were collected and "Outsiders" reviews were returned. The remainder of the period was given for students to complete the activites that go with the short story "Sunrise on the Veld". Homework: Sunrise on the Veld -- questions and vocabulary.
Period Five -- ELA A10
The poem "Northwest Passage" was discussed as a class. Following this a pre - reading activity was done for the poem "Five Ways to Kill a Man". The poem was then read and discussed and an attempt to discuss the theme in a sentence was undertaken. Essentially, the theme in a sentence includes possibilities like "life and society is a challenge in its own right" and "the challenge is breaking the cycle".
At this point, an assignment was introduced in which students were the group up and seek to create their own reality television programs. A more detailed outline and handout will be distributed tomorrow.
Period Six -- ELA 20
We started a debate with the following topic..."Is the government responsible in anyway to provide money (bailout) to companys in economic trouble?" We met in groups to create our stand or viewpoint on this reality. This will continue tomorrow with the debate set for Thursday of this week.
Period Seven -- Social 10
After a current events discussion, more was done in terms of looking at our expenditures. Big lesson learned was that we spend far too much on needs and wants, with the want portion of our budgets being, in a word, ridiculous. We then discussed some of the arguments for and against Canada and other industrialized societies being capable of offering high standards of living.
Homework: Assume you are individually responsible for producing all the goods and resources you use in the course of a day. List eight items you use daily and briefly discuss the manner or process which takes place in its production.
Have a great night. Reminder, Parent - Teacher Interviews are tomorrow night and the following night.
We discussed the configuration of our Saskatchewan maps from the years 1905 and 2008. How did the location of villages, towns and cities change? Why?
A handout was discussed concerning conflicting social systems. From this point, information on three different paradigms regarding our relationship with the world around us was given out and questions were to be answered. Homework: Complete questions relating to these paradigms.
Period Two -- ELA A10
The elements of plot were discussed as they appeared in the short story "Blue & White". A poem entitled "The Northwest Passage" was given out and students were to come up with ideas and thoughts as to what was happening within each of the stanzas.
Period Three -- ELA 20
We discussed the Figures of Speech created by the students which were aided by definitions and examples given in class yesterday. From this point, students were given a package to read which included a short story entitled "The Shinny Game Melted the Ice" and a poem entitled "I Lost My Talk". Homework: read these two pieces for tomorrow.
Period Four -- ELA 9
After ten minutes of reading, short stories were collected and "Outsiders" reviews were returned. The remainder of the period was given for students to complete the activites that go with the short story "Sunrise on the Veld". Homework: Sunrise on the Veld -- questions and vocabulary.
Period Five -- ELA A10
The poem "Northwest Passage" was discussed as a class. Following this a pre - reading activity was done for the poem "Five Ways to Kill a Man". The poem was then read and discussed and an attempt to discuss the theme in a sentence was undertaken. Essentially, the theme in a sentence includes possibilities like "life and society is a challenge in its own right" and "the challenge is breaking the cycle".
At this point, an assignment was introduced in which students were the group up and seek to create their own reality television programs. A more detailed outline and handout will be distributed tomorrow.
Period Six -- ELA 20
We started a debate with the following topic..."Is the government responsible in anyway to provide money (bailout) to companys in economic trouble?" We met in groups to create our stand or viewpoint on this reality. This will continue tomorrow with the debate set for Thursday of this week.
Period Seven -- Social 10
After a current events discussion, more was done in terms of looking at our expenditures. Big lesson learned was that we spend far too much on needs and wants, with the want portion of our budgets being, in a word, ridiculous. We then discussed some of the arguments for and against Canada and other industrialized societies being capable of offering high standards of living.
Homework: Assume you are individually responsible for producing all the goods and resources you use in the course of a day. List eight items you use daily and briefly discuss the manner or process which takes place in its production.
Have a great night. Reminder, Parent - Teacher Interviews are tomorrow night and the following night.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Monday, November 24th -- Day Five
Period One -- ELA 9
After some silent reading, the short story "Sunrise on the Veld" (Crossroads) was assigned for reading. Once completed, questions 1a, b, & c, 2 and 4 were to be completed along with some vocabulary words which were to be defined and used in a sentence.
Period Two -- ELA 10
"The Great Adventure" was collected. For those who didn't hand it in today, it must be on my desk by 9:00 am tomorrow morning or else it will not be marked.
Notes were taken on the Elements of Plot (Introduction, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action and Denouement). The short story "Blue and White" was given out to be read. Assignment given was to outline the elements of plot as they appear in the story. DUE TOMORROW.
Period Three -- ELA 10
This period was used to read "The Cage" which is your independent novel study for this semester.
Period Four -- Social 10
A discussion of Current Events took place -- big story of the day is the Calgary Stampeders Grey Cup victory.
We shared our monthly costs for the life we want to lead in the next ten years. Information was shared regarding average income, median income and minimum wage. Apparently some of you plan to lead pretty lavish lifestyles. Homework: NONE
Period Five -- Social 30
Current Events again brought up Calgary's victory. Assignments were returned on the standard of living criteria as well as future economic models.
We started a research assignment in which you are to choose a country from the top ten rated countries in terms of standards of living, along with one in the bottom ten. We are to look at why those at the top are where they are, why those at the bottom are where they are, and eventually create potential solutions to help increase the standard of living for a poorer country.
Period Six -- Social 20
Current Events...again Calgary wins the Grey Cup.
You were given maps in which you were to imagien the year was 1905 and set up villages, towns and cities geographically speaking around the province keeping realities in mind such as services provided and means of transportation. Following this, a second map was given in which the year was 2008 and changes to the original map are obviously necessary. These maps must be completed tomorrow and you should be prepared to explain your configurations.
Period Seven -- ELA 20
We collected the Sestina's which were due today. Following that, we looked at some figures of speech and defined them as well as sought to create two originals of each. They were similie, metaphor, personification, pun, onomatopeia, hyperbole, oxymoron, euphemism & alliteration.
Have a great night.
After some silent reading, the short story "Sunrise on the Veld" (Crossroads) was assigned for reading. Once completed, questions 1a, b, & c, 2 and 4 were to be completed along with some vocabulary words which were to be defined and used in a sentence.
Period Two -- ELA 10
"The Great Adventure" was collected. For those who didn't hand it in today, it must be on my desk by 9:00 am tomorrow morning or else it will not be marked.
Notes were taken on the Elements of Plot (Introduction, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action and Denouement). The short story "Blue and White" was given out to be read. Assignment given was to outline the elements of plot as they appear in the story. DUE TOMORROW.
Period Three -- ELA 10
This period was used to read "The Cage" which is your independent novel study for this semester.
Period Four -- Social 10
A discussion of Current Events took place -- big story of the day is the Calgary Stampeders Grey Cup victory.
We shared our monthly costs for the life we want to lead in the next ten years. Information was shared regarding average income, median income and minimum wage. Apparently some of you plan to lead pretty lavish lifestyles. Homework: NONE
Period Five -- Social 30
Current Events again brought up Calgary's victory. Assignments were returned on the standard of living criteria as well as future economic models.
We started a research assignment in which you are to choose a country from the top ten rated countries in terms of standards of living, along with one in the bottom ten. We are to look at why those at the top are where they are, why those at the bottom are where they are, and eventually create potential solutions to help increase the standard of living for a poorer country.
Period Six -- Social 20
Current Events...again Calgary wins the Grey Cup.
You were given maps in which you were to imagien the year was 1905 and set up villages, towns and cities geographically speaking around the province keeping realities in mind such as services provided and means of transportation. Following this, a second map was given in which the year was 2008 and changes to the original map are obviously necessary. These maps must be completed tomorrow and you should be prepared to explain your configurations.
Period Seven -- ELA 20
We collected the Sestina's which were due today. Following that, we looked at some figures of speech and defined them as well as sought to create two originals of each. They were similie, metaphor, personification, pun, onomatopeia, hyperbole, oxymoron, euphemism & alliteration.
Have a great night.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Friday, November 7th -- Day Two
Period One & Six -- ELA 20
Just wrote the "To Kill a Mockingbird Exam".
I promise they will be marked and returned on Wednesday.
Period Four & Five -- ELA 9
We completed watching "The Outsiders". We also pushed the exam date back to Thursday. An outline will be given on Wednesday. You must complete your book reviews for Thursday, November, 13th.
Period Seven -- Social Studies 20
We had to use this period to finish the English exam. Apparently, I made it too long. Sorry gang.
NOTE: The Social Studies 10 Unit One Exam will NOT be on Wednesday as originally scheduled; a new date will be set on Wednesday.
Thanks to all who helped out with the Remembrance Day Service this morning. It went very well. Thanks to Mrs. Vogel from Fort Livingstone in Pelly for providing us with a copy of "The Last Post" -- greatly appreciated.
Have a super long weekend and see you on Wednesday....
Just wrote the "To Kill a Mockingbird Exam".
I promise they will be marked and returned on Wednesday.
Period Four & Five -- ELA 9
We completed watching "The Outsiders". We also pushed the exam date back to Thursday. An outline will be given on Wednesday. You must complete your book reviews for Thursday, November, 13th.
Period Seven -- Social Studies 20
We had to use this period to finish the English exam. Apparently, I made it too long. Sorry gang.
NOTE: The Social Studies 10 Unit One Exam will NOT be on Wednesday as originally scheduled; a new date will be set on Wednesday.
Thanks to all who helped out with the Remembrance Day Service this morning. It went very well. Thanks to Mrs. Vogel from Fort Livingstone in Pelly for providing us with a copy of "The Last Post" -- greatly appreciated.
Have a super long weekend and see you on Wednesday....
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Wednesday, November 5th -- Day Six
Period One -- Social Studies 20
Current Events discussion -- big news story of the day...Barack Obama elected President of the United States.
Corrected and discussed questions related to Social Change in the nations of India and Russia
Further information was given on social change in the areas of racism, women, children and Indigenous peoples. Information on one of these topics should be reviewed carefully as it will be a test question.
Dates to Remember: Tuesday, November 18th -- Unit One Exam
Period Two -- English 10
This was the final period to use the library to research for your assignment.
Key Dates to Remember: Time Capsule Assignment is due Wednesday, November 12th
Chrysalids Exam is Friday, November 14th
Research Assignment is due Tuesday, November 18th
Period Three -- English 20
JEOPARDY! We reviewed "To Kill a Mockingbird" using the game JEOPARDY!
Congratulations to the team of Alyssa, Devin G, Josh and Tanya who came out victorious.
Period Four -- English 9
We started watching "The Outsiders" A little disappointed in the number of students who were unable to hand in Remembrance Day Writing on time.
Period Five -- English 10
After some silent reading, time was given to work on assignments that are coming due shortly.
Period Six -- English 20
Tables were turned and students quizzed me on "To Kill a Mockinbird". Embarrased to say they humbled me.
Period Seven -- Social Studies 10
Current Events discussion. -- Obama's victory the big story.
An assignment was given using the following criteria:
1) Think of an example of a conflict -- options include same sex marriage, abortion, capital punishment, school uniforms, etc
2) Create a chare which points out the arguments that may be made by people on both sides of the argument
3) Identify the sources of power each side of the argument has. How might they use this power to their advantage?
4) Who will win this argument in the end? Why do you think this way?
5) Will the outcome be done in a way that all parties have their rights taken care of? Explain.
Have a great night!! See you in the AM
Current Events discussion -- big news story of the day...Barack Obama elected President of the United States.
Corrected and discussed questions related to Social Change in the nations of India and Russia
Further information was given on social change in the areas of racism, women, children and Indigenous peoples. Information on one of these topics should be reviewed carefully as it will be a test question.
Dates to Remember: Tuesday, November 18th -- Unit One Exam
Period Two -- English 10
This was the final period to use the library to research for your assignment.
Key Dates to Remember: Time Capsule Assignment is due Wednesday, November 12th
Chrysalids Exam is Friday, November 14th
Research Assignment is due Tuesday, November 18th
Period Three -- English 20
JEOPARDY! We reviewed "To Kill a Mockingbird" using the game JEOPARDY!
Congratulations to the team of Alyssa, Devin G, Josh and Tanya who came out victorious.
Period Four -- English 9
We started watching "The Outsiders" A little disappointed in the number of students who were unable to hand in Remembrance Day Writing on time.
Period Five -- English 10
After some silent reading, time was given to work on assignments that are coming due shortly.
Period Six -- English 20
Tables were turned and students quizzed me on "To Kill a Mockinbird". Embarrased to say they humbled me.
Period Seven -- Social Studies 10
Current Events discussion. -- Obama's victory the big story.
An assignment was given using the following criteria:
1) Think of an example of a conflict -- options include same sex marriage, abortion, capital punishment, school uniforms, etc
2) Create a chare which points out the arguments that may be made by people on both sides of the argument
3) Identify the sources of power each side of the argument has. How might they use this power to their advantage?
4) Who will win this argument in the end? Why do you think this way?
5) Will the outcome be done in a way that all parties have their rights taken care of? Explain.
Have a great night!! See you in the AM
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Tuesday, November 4th -- Day Five
My apologies for the last week...been busy.
A run down of today...
Period One -- ELA 9
We were given time to finish up the last of our Remembrance Day writing. Also an assignment was given in which you are to review the novel "The Outsiders". You need to talk briefly about th events of the novel, what you liked about the book, what you disliked about the book and whether or not you would recommend it to other students your age. Any Remembrance Day Writing not handed in today will not be accepted.
Period Two and Three -- ELA 10
We were given the fourth assignment of our Time Capsule assignment based on "The Chrysalids". You are to visually represent some of the things that you remember most fondly about your time on earth if the world were to end this evening. Also you can be working on your research assignment and continuing towards completion of the novel as the exam is next week.
Period Four -- Social Studies 10
We had a Current Events discussion -- big stories of the day...US Presidential Election as well as the horrifying circumstances of what police are calling a copycat murder in Edmonton.
We simulated Nigerian Parliament.....good job to those who made the effort to participate.
Afternoon was quiet as Grade Eleven and Twelve were off to Regina for a Career Fair. Grade 11's be ready for Jeopardy tomorrow as your knowledge of "To Kill a Mockingbird" will be put to the test.
Have a great night and see you tomorrow....Mr. Morin
A run down of today...
Period One -- ELA 9
We were given time to finish up the last of our Remembrance Day writing. Also an assignment was given in which you are to review the novel "The Outsiders". You need to talk briefly about th events of the novel, what you liked about the book, what you disliked about the book and whether or not you would recommend it to other students your age. Any Remembrance Day Writing not handed in today will not be accepted.
Period Two and Three -- ELA 10
We were given the fourth assignment of our Time Capsule assignment based on "The Chrysalids". You are to visually represent some of the things that you remember most fondly about your time on earth if the world were to end this evening. Also you can be working on your research assignment and continuing towards completion of the novel as the exam is next week.
Period Four -- Social Studies 10
We had a Current Events discussion -- big stories of the day...US Presidential Election as well as the horrifying circumstances of what police are calling a copycat murder in Edmonton.
We simulated Nigerian Parliament.....good job to those who made the effort to participate.
Afternoon was quiet as Grade Eleven and Twelve were off to Regina for a Career Fair. Grade 11's be ready for Jeopardy tomorrow as your knowledge of "To Kill a Mockingbird" will be put to the test.
Have a great night and see you tomorrow....Mr. Morin
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Thursday, October 23rd -- Day Three
Period One -- English 10
We had a pop - quiz on Chapter's eleven and twelve of "The Chrysalids"
Time was given to work on Remembrance Day Writing
Period Two -- English 20
Time was given to either read the novel or work on Remembrance Day Writing. Note: If you are not nearing completion of Remembrance Day Writing, you may want to do some work outside of the classroom as few, if anu further class time will be given.
Period Three -- English 10
We started to take a look at plagiarism and ways to avoid it. A three paragraph composition is to be written on a topic which you feel that you are knowledgable in.
Homework: Three paragraph composition
Period Four -- Social Studies 30
We had a Current Events discussion
We discussed the timelines on key events in eastern Canada. Following the discussion, the assignments were collected.
We then began to discuss key events in the development of western Canada, namely Louis Riel, Batoche, Red River, etc.
There MAy or may not be a Pop - Quiz on the development of western Canada tomorrow.
Period Five -- English 20
We talked about the themes within the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird". The four themes are Prejudice, Growing Up, Small Town Life & it's Social Relationships and Justice. Ideas/events/characters are to be brought up that tie into these respective themes.
Homework: Complete the theme chart.
Periods Six & Seven -- English 9
We spent some time attaining research information on Remembrance Day.
Lessons 19 & 20 in Language Power were corrected.
Time was given to get going on Remembrance Day Writing.
Homework: Read Ch. 8 of "The Outsiders"
Have a good night. Go Oilers!!!
We had a pop - quiz on Chapter's eleven and twelve of "The Chrysalids"
Time was given to work on Remembrance Day Writing
Period Two -- English 20
Time was given to either read the novel or work on Remembrance Day Writing. Note: If you are not nearing completion of Remembrance Day Writing, you may want to do some work outside of the classroom as few, if anu further class time will be given.
Period Three -- English 10
We started to take a look at plagiarism and ways to avoid it. A three paragraph composition is to be written on a topic which you feel that you are knowledgable in.
Homework: Three paragraph composition
Period Four -- Social Studies 30
We had a Current Events discussion
We discussed the timelines on key events in eastern Canada. Following the discussion, the assignments were collected.
We then began to discuss key events in the development of western Canada, namely Louis Riel, Batoche, Red River, etc.
There MAy or may not be a Pop - Quiz on the development of western Canada tomorrow.
Period Five -- English 20
We talked about the themes within the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird". The four themes are Prejudice, Growing Up, Small Town Life & it's Social Relationships and Justice. Ideas/events/characters are to be brought up that tie into these respective themes.
Homework: Complete the theme chart.
Periods Six & Seven -- English 9
We spent some time attaining research information on Remembrance Day.
Lessons 19 & 20 in Language Power were corrected.
Time was given to get going on Remembrance Day Writing.
Homework: Read Ch. 8 of "The Outsiders"
Have a good night. Go Oilers!!!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Wednesday, October 22nd -- Day Two
Period One -- English 20
The period was used to either work on Remembrance Day Writing or read "To Kill a Mockingbird".
Period Three -- English 10
The notion of plagiarism was discussed.
Information was discussed and shared in regards to Canada's contributions to WWI, WWII and the Korean War.
Period's Four & Five -- English 9
Remembrance Day Writing was introduced. The essay must be no less than 350 words in length and no more than 500. If you choose to write a poem as well, it can be no less than 16 lines long and no less than 32.
Lesson's 19 and 20 were assigned in Language Power
Homework: Lesson's 19 and 20 in Language Power are due tomorrow.
"The Outsiders" must be read by next Friday, October 31st.
Period Six -- English 20
You are to assume you are a member of the jury in the Tom Robinson trial. As a juror, what would you share other jurors in terms of a verdict. Be sure to use the evidence brought up to support your conclusion. This should be up to a page in length.
Homework: Writing assignment as a juror in the Robinson Trial
Period Seven -- Social Studies 20
Current Events discussion -- newsworthy item of the day...the Canadian dollar is once again worth less than .80 American.
Shared our research on World War II atrocities.
Discussed other facts relating to World War II and lack of human rights, namely acts of genocide and the death toll of civilians.
Homework: None.
Have a good night. My NHL prediction for the night -- Oilers 4 Blackhawks 2
The period was used to either work on Remembrance Day Writing or read "To Kill a Mockingbird".
Period Three -- English 10
The notion of plagiarism was discussed.
Information was discussed and shared in regards to Canada's contributions to WWI, WWII and the Korean War.
Period's Four & Five -- English 9
Remembrance Day Writing was introduced. The essay must be no less than 350 words in length and no more than 500. If you choose to write a poem as well, it can be no less than 16 lines long and no less than 32.
Lesson's 19 and 20 were assigned in Language Power
Homework: Lesson's 19 and 20 in Language Power are due tomorrow.
"The Outsiders" must be read by next Friday, October 31st.
Period Six -- English 20
You are to assume you are a member of the jury in the Tom Robinson trial. As a juror, what would you share other jurors in terms of a verdict. Be sure to use the evidence brought up to support your conclusion. This should be up to a page in length.
Homework: Writing assignment as a juror in the Robinson Trial
Period Seven -- Social Studies 20
Current Events discussion -- newsworthy item of the day...the Canadian dollar is once again worth less than .80 American.
Shared our research on World War II atrocities.
Discussed other facts relating to World War II and lack of human rights, namely acts of genocide and the death toll of civilians.
Homework: None.
Have a good night. My NHL prediction for the night -- Oilers 4 Blackhawks 2
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
New Link
Some interesting facts and information about Canadian involvement in the World Wars is available in the new link labelled "Remembrance Day". You may find some good information to help you get started on your Remembrance Day Writing.
Tuesday, Oct. 21st -- Day One
Period One -- Social Studies 20
We discussed Current Events....big newsworthy item of the day -- Stephane Dion's potentially stepping down as Liberal leader after a bismal performance in last week's election.
We went to the library to research some atrocities of World War II which took place in the countries of Poland, Germany and the Soviet Union.
Homework: Be done research on minimum of six atrocities; two from each nation for tomorrow.
Period Two -- Social Studies 30
We discussed and corrected questions pertaining to Social Change in British North America and the Constitutional Act.
We started a timeline of major events in Canadian history starting from the arrival of Europeans in 1608 through to the rebellion's that didn't exactly succeed in both Upper and Lower Canada in the 1830's. You are to point out the key events on the timeline and briefly describe how you believe they have helped to shape the history of our nation.
Homework: Timeline is due for Thursday
Period Three -- Social Studies 10
We went over a handout which discussed ideas such as the responsibilites of our government(s), the checks and balances used to ensure there is not an abuse of power by our government officials, and the purpose of the media, the Constitution and Charter of Rights & Freedoms.
Homework: None
Period Four -- English 20
We completed viewing "Men of Valour" and were given the remainder of the period to work on our Remembrance Day writing.
Homework: None
Period Five -- English 20
We discussed Chapter 18 of "To Kill a Mockingbird" which dealt with more information relating to the Tom Robinson Trial.
Homework: You must have the novel read in its entirety by next Day One (Wednesday, Oct. 29th)
Period Six -- English 10
Time was given to work on Remembrance Day Writing.
Homework: You have read to the end of Chapter 12 in "The Chrysalids" for Thursday, Oct. 23rd. HINT: There may be a pop quiz on Thrusday on Chapter's eleven and twelve.
Period Seven -- English 9
Most of the period was spent in the library for a presentation on some new novels.
Homework: Questions and Extension Activities on "The Outsiders" which was due for today will be collected tomorrow.
Good luck to our Senior Boys and Girls Volleyball team today after school!
We discussed Current Events....big newsworthy item of the day -- Stephane Dion's potentially stepping down as Liberal leader after a bismal performance in last week's election.
We went to the library to research some atrocities of World War II which took place in the countries of Poland, Germany and the Soviet Union.
Homework: Be done research on minimum of six atrocities; two from each nation for tomorrow.
Period Two -- Social Studies 30
We discussed and corrected questions pertaining to Social Change in British North America and the Constitutional Act.
We started a timeline of major events in Canadian history starting from the arrival of Europeans in 1608 through to the rebellion's that didn't exactly succeed in both Upper and Lower Canada in the 1830's. You are to point out the key events on the timeline and briefly describe how you believe they have helped to shape the history of our nation.
Homework: Timeline is due for Thursday
Period Three -- Social Studies 10
We went over a handout which discussed ideas such as the responsibilites of our government(s), the checks and balances used to ensure there is not an abuse of power by our government officials, and the purpose of the media, the Constitution and Charter of Rights & Freedoms.
Homework: None
Period Four -- English 20
We completed viewing "Men of Valour" and were given the remainder of the period to work on our Remembrance Day writing.
Homework: None
Period Five -- English 20
We discussed Chapter 18 of "To Kill a Mockingbird" which dealt with more information relating to the Tom Robinson Trial.
Homework: You must have the novel read in its entirety by next Day One (Wednesday, Oct. 29th)
Period Six -- English 10
Time was given to work on Remembrance Day Writing.
Homework: You have read to the end of Chapter 12 in "The Chrysalids" for Thursday, Oct. 23rd. HINT: There may be a pop quiz on Thrusday on Chapter's eleven and twelve.
Period Seven -- English 9
Most of the period was spent in the library for a presentation on some new novels.
Homework: Questions and Extension Activities on "The Outsiders" which was due for today will be collected tomorrow.
Good luck to our Senior Boys and Girls Volleyball team today after school!
Congratulations
Congratulations to the Knights Jr. Boys Volleyball team who qualified for districts in Yorkton this weekend as the #1 seed. Well done.
Magazine Sales
Just a reminder to all that Monday, October 27th will be the last collection day for magazine sales. Remember, $15, 000 and my gorgeous locks are gone.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Monday, Oct. 20th -- Day Six
Period One -- Social Studies 20
Current Events discussion
Discussed and corrected questions on Totalitarian States
"A Social Catastrophe" - If you were the leader of a country in dismal shape following a war, how would you seek to rectify things for the country and its citizens?
Discussed the similarities and differences between Fascism, Communism and Nazism
Homework: None
Period Two -- English 10
Started work on the second assignment of your "Time Capsule". You are to reflect back on your time on earth? What were your hopes, fears, ambitions? What hopes, fears and ambitions do you hold for future generations?
Homework: None
Period Three -- English 20
Remembrance Day Writing was assigned. You MUST write an essay, and have the option of writing a poem for extra - credit. The minimum requirements are no less than 500 words for the essay and no more than 16 lines for the poem. You can not write for than 800 words or 32 lines.
Homework: Read Ch. 19 of "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Period Four -- Grade Nine English
Questions and Extension Activities were assigned for Ch. 6 of "The Outsiders"
Homework: Ch. 6 Questions and Extension Activites for "The Outsiders"
Period Five -- English 10
Remebrance Day Writing was assigned. You MUST write an essay and can write a poem if you wish for extra marks. The essay must be a minimum of 500 words and no more than 800. The poem can be no less than 16 lines and no more than 32.
Period Six -- English 20
Watched "Men of Valour" to both help and inspire you to come up with your Remembrance Day topics.
Homework: None
Period Seven -- Social Studies 10
We went against the grain and watched "Men of Valour" as an inspiration for Remembrance Day Writing.
Have a great night.
Current Events discussion
Discussed and corrected questions on Totalitarian States
"A Social Catastrophe" - If you were the leader of a country in dismal shape following a war, how would you seek to rectify things for the country and its citizens?
Discussed the similarities and differences between Fascism, Communism and Nazism
Homework: None
Period Two -- English 10
Started work on the second assignment of your "Time Capsule". You are to reflect back on your time on earth? What were your hopes, fears, ambitions? What hopes, fears and ambitions do you hold for future generations?
Homework: None
Period Three -- English 20
Remembrance Day Writing was assigned. You MUST write an essay, and have the option of writing a poem for extra - credit. The minimum requirements are no less than 500 words for the essay and no more than 16 lines for the poem. You can not write for than 800 words or 32 lines.
Homework: Read Ch. 19 of "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Period Four -- Grade Nine English
Questions and Extension Activities were assigned for Ch. 6 of "The Outsiders"
Homework: Ch. 6 Questions and Extension Activites for "The Outsiders"
Period Five -- English 10
Remebrance Day Writing was assigned. You MUST write an essay and can write a poem if you wish for extra marks. The essay must be a minimum of 500 words and no more than 800. The poem can be no less than 16 lines and no more than 32.
Period Six -- English 20
Watched "Men of Valour" to both help and inspire you to come up with your Remembrance Day topics.
Homework: None
Period Seven -- Social Studies 10
We went against the grain and watched "Men of Valour" as an inspiration for Remembrance Day Writing.
Have a great night.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Friday, October 17th...Day Five
Period One -- Grade Nine English
Corrected Language Power Lessons 17 & 18
Homework: Read Chapter Seven of "The Outsiders"
Period's Two and Three -- Grade Ten English
Wrote an exam. With any luck they should be returned to you by Monday.
Homework: None
Period Four -- Social Studies 10
Mock Parliament. This went well. Thanks to all who made the effort to get involved and let their opinions be heard.
Homework: None
Period Five -- Social Studies 30
Just a homework period as most students were absent at the SADD Conference in Regina
Period Six -- Social Studies 20
Assigned some questions on Totalitarianism.
Homework: Questions on Totalitarianism
Period Seven -- Grade Eleven English
Collected questions from Chapters 14 - 16 of To Kill a Mockingbird
Discussed Chapter Seventeen (Tom Robinson Trial; holes in Bob Ewell's story)
Homework: Work towards completing the novel.
Have a great weekend!! Go Riders! Go Oilers!
Corrected Language Power Lessons 17 & 18
Homework: Read Chapter Seven of "The Outsiders"
Period's Two and Three -- Grade Ten English
Wrote an exam. With any luck they should be returned to you by Monday.
Homework: None
Period Four -- Social Studies 10
Mock Parliament. This went well. Thanks to all who made the effort to get involved and let their opinions be heard.
Homework: None
Period Five -- Social Studies 30
Just a homework period as most students were absent at the SADD Conference in Regina
Period Six -- Social Studies 20
Assigned some questions on Totalitarianism.
Homework: Questions on Totalitarianism
Period Seven -- Grade Eleven English
Collected questions from Chapters 14 - 16 of To Kill a Mockingbird
Discussed Chapter Seventeen (Tom Robinson Trial; holes in Bob Ewell's story)
Homework: Work towards completing the novel.
Have a great weekend!! Go Riders! Go Oilers!
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Welcome!!
Welcome to my Blog! The purpose behind its creation is to serve as a communication tool between myself and my students and their families. At the end of each day, I will post what was done in each class as well as provide dates to remember within the school. These will include homework deadlines, tests/quizzes and any other information relevant to the classes I teach.
At the same time, as one of our schools SRC (Student Representative Council) Advisors, I will also use this to remind our school family of important dates in that regard. It may also be used as a forum for recognizing outstanding contributions by students, staff and parents that help to make Norquay School the best that it can be.
Thanks!!!
At the same time, as one of our schools SRC (Student Representative Council) Advisors, I will also use this to remind our school family of important dates in that regard. It may also be used as a forum for recognizing outstanding contributions by students, staff and parents that help to make Norquay School the best that it can be.
Thanks!!!
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