Seven more school days after today, but who's counting...
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we reviewed the format for writing a proper letter. Students then started a Christmas letter writing assignment. The draft of their letters are due for tomorrow.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
Period Two was in the Computer Lab typing their Autobigraphies. Period Three saw a discussion of the poems read on Friday, "Before Two Portraits of My Mother" and "Graduation Evening". This was a good discussion; several good interpretations and ideas came up.
Period Four: History 30
We started by reviewing the events/occurences surrounding the Charlottetown and Quebec Conferences. We then discussed some of the external forces which helped lead us down the path to Confederation. Students were given a small assignment and extending activity to complete in regards to todays material. The assignment is due for tomorrow while the extensions will be due on Thursday.
Period Five: Math 7
The Unit Reviews were collected. We then looked at time zones around the world, and the differences in time being similar to integers. A small assignment was given using time zones as integers.
Period Six: ELA 10
In conjunction with a reading entitled "Letters from Vietnam", students completed a series of pre - reading and during reading activities. Once the letters had all been read, a couple of post - writing activities were assigned for tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
A Practice Test was given on Unit Two material. The real test will be on Friday.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Senior Girls Basketball team for their 3rd place finish in Esterhazy this weekend.
The Senior Boys were in Yorkton this weekend, and despite a good effort were unable to earn a victory.
Reminder that the Grade 10/12 Ski Trip is Wednesday. The bus leaves the school at 7:30 which means students need to be here by 7:20.
Our school clothing supplier assures me our school clothing will be here by the end of the week. Thanks for your patience on this matter.
Senior Boys Basketball practice for Thursday at 5:30 is cancelled.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Monday, December 13, 2010
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Wednesday, December 8th -- Day Two
Period One: ELA 10
Following some silent reading, we discussed the poem read yesterday entitled "Fast Break". A lot of good ideas came up in what was a pretty good discussion. We then moved onto the poem "Ex - Basketball Player". Students were asked to read the poem silently, and then as a group we discussed what we know about the poem. Students were then asked to use evidence from the poem, as well as their own thoughts/ideas to determine whether or not they find Flick Webb, the man who the poem is about, to be a winner or loser. They were to provide their opion and explanation in no less than a paragraph. It is due tomorrow.
Period Two: History 20
After a Current Events discussion, we moved onto a quick review of yesterday's class in which we introduced Joseph Stalin. Students were asked to write their thoughts/ideas on how they would ensure they become the leader of the Communisty Party if they were Stalin. These were collected and discussed before moving onto a discussion that revolved around the steps Stalin took to not only gain power, but slowly solidify his position and eliminate any and all threats to his leadership.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
Following some silent reading, we moved onto correct Lessons #32, and 33 of Language Power. Students were also asked to have read Chapter Nine of 'The Outsiders'. An assignment was given based on this chapter. The questions, as well as the first of the two extending activities are due tomorrow.
Period Five: ELA 20
Students were given the period to work on their Autobiography assignment. We set a date of January 7th for these assignments to be handed in by.
Period Six: History 30
After a short review of previous classes, we moved onto discuss the Charlottetown and Quebec Conferences. One of the issues at the time was Macdonalds idea of 'one government' for all nations. The French and Maritimes were obviously in opposition to this. Students were asked to take on the role of Macdonald: How would you be willing to shift your philosophy in order to get those opposed to join in a potential union. Students were to create solutions to the problem and outline this information in a letter to one of the delegates from either Quebec or the Maritimes.
Period Seven: ELA 20
We collected and discussed the material based on Feldsen's essay "When Does a Boy Become a Man?" We then had a discussion about our parents and our thoughts on both mom and dad at the age of five. This led to a reading of the short story entitled "The Day the Old Man Melted".
OTHER NEWS:
First Drama practice today after school. For more details, see Mr. Chorneyko.
Good luck to the Junior Boys and Girls Basketball teams who play in Canora today.
Reminder that tomorrow is Early Dismissal.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Following some silent reading, we discussed the poem read yesterday entitled "Fast Break". A lot of good ideas came up in what was a pretty good discussion. We then moved onto the poem "Ex - Basketball Player". Students were asked to read the poem silently, and then as a group we discussed what we know about the poem. Students were then asked to use evidence from the poem, as well as their own thoughts/ideas to determine whether or not they find Flick Webb, the man who the poem is about, to be a winner or loser. They were to provide their opion and explanation in no less than a paragraph. It is due tomorrow.
Period Two: History 20
After a Current Events discussion, we moved onto a quick review of yesterday's class in which we introduced Joseph Stalin. Students were asked to write their thoughts/ideas on how they would ensure they become the leader of the Communisty Party if they were Stalin. These were collected and discussed before moving onto a discussion that revolved around the steps Stalin took to not only gain power, but slowly solidify his position and eliminate any and all threats to his leadership.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
Following some silent reading, we moved onto correct Lessons #32, and 33 of Language Power. Students were also asked to have read Chapter Nine of 'The Outsiders'. An assignment was given based on this chapter. The questions, as well as the first of the two extending activities are due tomorrow.
Period Five: ELA 20
Students were given the period to work on their Autobiography assignment. We set a date of January 7th for these assignments to be handed in by.
Period Six: History 30
After a short review of previous classes, we moved onto discuss the Charlottetown and Quebec Conferences. One of the issues at the time was Macdonalds idea of 'one government' for all nations. The French and Maritimes were obviously in opposition to this. Students were asked to take on the role of Macdonald: How would you be willing to shift your philosophy in order to get those opposed to join in a potential union. Students were to create solutions to the problem and outline this information in a letter to one of the delegates from either Quebec or the Maritimes.
Period Seven: ELA 20
We collected and discussed the material based on Feldsen's essay "When Does a Boy Become a Man?" We then had a discussion about our parents and our thoughts on both mom and dad at the age of five. This led to a reading of the short story entitled "The Day the Old Man Melted".
OTHER NEWS:
First Drama practice today after school. For more details, see Mr. Chorneyko.
Good luck to the Junior Boys and Girls Basketball teams who play in Canora today.
Reminder that tomorrow is Early Dismissal.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Tuesday, December 7th -- Day One
Period One: History 20
Students were given the first twenty minutes of class to work on their 'Dictator Assignment'. The premise of the assignment is they seek to become a dictator. They are to determine how they are going to attain the power they crave, as well as discuss what changes they would make in certain areas such as the economy, military, education, and so on which will enable them to maintain power for a long period of time.
We then moved on to introducing Unit Two: The Totalitarian State with an introduction to Joseph Stalin. We discussed his early life, introduction to radical politics and his quest for power of the Communist Party. Students were asked to write a paragraph based on the notion that they are Stalin and they know that Lenin would prefer to see Leon Trotsky take over the party following his death. What would you do????
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, the questions from Chapter Eight of the Outsiders. The extensions (letter to Johnny's parents) were then collected. Students were asked to read Raymond Souster's poem "Two Prisoners" and complete some questions based on their understanding of the poem.
Period Three: History 30
Following a Current Events discussion, students were given the period to work on their Great Canadian posters. These are due Friday and today was the LAST class time that will be given.
Period Five: Math 7
The assignment on Lesson 2.5 was collected. We then began to review as we prepare for the exam. Today we focused on reviewing addition of integers and a short assignment was given which is due on Friday.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading, the stories Wilma and Rules of the Game were discussed. A class discussion was then had on challenges associated with playing sports and the pro's and con's of both individual and team sports. In the end students were to read the poem entitled "Fast Break" and answer some questions for tomorrow.
Period Seven: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students were given the following list of activities that they need to be working on:
1) Complete 'Two Prisoners' for tomorrow.
2) Complete Lessons 32 and 33 of Language Power on Verbs and Verb Tenses for tomorrow.
3) Read Chapter Nine of 'The Outsiders'
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Students were given the first twenty minutes of class to work on their 'Dictator Assignment'. The premise of the assignment is they seek to become a dictator. They are to determine how they are going to attain the power they crave, as well as discuss what changes they would make in certain areas such as the economy, military, education, and so on which will enable them to maintain power for a long period of time.
We then moved on to introducing Unit Two: The Totalitarian State with an introduction to Joseph Stalin. We discussed his early life, introduction to radical politics and his quest for power of the Communist Party. Students were asked to write a paragraph based on the notion that they are Stalin and they know that Lenin would prefer to see Leon Trotsky take over the party following his death. What would you do????
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, the questions from Chapter Eight of the Outsiders. The extensions (letter to Johnny's parents) were then collected. Students were asked to read Raymond Souster's poem "Two Prisoners" and complete some questions based on their understanding of the poem.
Period Three: History 30
Following a Current Events discussion, students were given the period to work on their Great Canadian posters. These are due Friday and today was the LAST class time that will be given.
Period Five: Math 7
The assignment on Lesson 2.5 was collected. We then began to review as we prepare for the exam. Today we focused on reviewing addition of integers and a short assignment was given which is due on Friday.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading, the stories Wilma and Rules of the Game were discussed. A class discussion was then had on challenges associated with playing sports and the pro's and con's of both individual and team sports. In the end students were to read the poem entitled "Fast Break" and answer some questions for tomorrow.
Period Seven: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students were given the following list of activities that they need to be working on:
1) Complete 'Two Prisoners' for tomorrow.
2) Complete Lessons 32 and 33 of Language Power on Verbs and Verb Tenses for tomorrow.
3) Read Chapter Nine of 'The Outsiders'
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Thursday, December 2nd -- Day Four
Period One: History 30
While this wasn't planned, they seemed so genuinely in need of one last class to work on their "Great Canadian" assignment so they got this period to do so. The assignment is due tomorrow.
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, some assignments were returned. The students were treated to a Pop - Quiz on 'The Outsiders' to this point. For the most part, these were quite well done. Once students completed the quiz they were asked to read Chapter Eight of the novel.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
The periods were given to complete the exam on the first theme of study, Recollection. With any luck these could be marked and returned tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
As a class, we went over Page 72 #1. We used both a number line and blocks to answer each question. When this was done, Page 72/73 # 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7AB, 8ABC, 11, 12 were assigned. Tomorrow in Period Five students will be given more time to complete this assignment.
Period Six: ELA 20
This is our once in a six day cycle work period.
Period Seven: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we talked about the fact that "My Great Adventure" is due tomorrow. Some students seem to think that this is unreasonable. As such, if they don't want to hand in the assignment for tomorrow, they can submit a one paragraph explanation as to why they are not done and why they are deserving of an extension. The merit of their arguments will determine whether or not they will receive the extension they want. Students were then assigned to read the short story 'Wilma'
OTHER NEWS:
Senior Boys and Girls Basketball Practice today. The Girls go at 3:30 and the Boys at 5:30.
Good Luck to the Senior Girls as they travel to Central Butte this weekend for their first tournament of the year.
First Drama practice will be held on December, 8th. If you have any questions, talk to Mr. Chorneyko.
For what it's worth...Riders need a Head Coach....here's to hoping it isn't Doug Berry.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
While this wasn't planned, they seemed so genuinely in need of one last class to work on their "Great Canadian" assignment so they got this period to do so. The assignment is due tomorrow.
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, some assignments were returned. The students were treated to a Pop - Quiz on 'The Outsiders' to this point. For the most part, these were quite well done. Once students completed the quiz they were asked to read Chapter Eight of the novel.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
The periods were given to complete the exam on the first theme of study, Recollection. With any luck these could be marked and returned tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
As a class, we went over Page 72 #1. We used both a number line and blocks to answer each question. When this was done, Page 72/73 # 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7AB, 8ABC, 11, 12 were assigned. Tomorrow in Period Five students will be given more time to complete this assignment.
Period Six: ELA 20
This is our once in a six day cycle work period.
Period Seven: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we talked about the fact that "My Great Adventure" is due tomorrow. Some students seem to think that this is unreasonable. As such, if they don't want to hand in the assignment for tomorrow, they can submit a one paragraph explanation as to why they are not done and why they are deserving of an extension. The merit of their arguments will determine whether or not they will receive the extension they want. Students were then assigned to read the short story 'Wilma'
OTHER NEWS:
Senior Boys and Girls Basketball Practice today. The Girls go at 3:30 and the Boys at 5:30.
Good Luck to the Senior Girls as they travel to Central Butte this weekend for their first tournament of the year.
First Drama practice will be held on December, 8th. If you have any questions, talk to Mr. Chorneyko.
For what it's worth...Riders need a Head Coach....here's to hoping it isn't Doug Berry.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Wednesday, December 1st -- Day Three
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we discussed and corrected the questions based on Chapter's Seven of 'The Outsiders'. Once this was done students were assigned the two extensions that were also a part of this assignment.
Period Three: ELA 20
We started by discussing some questions based on yesterday's short story "A Visit to Grandmother". After this was done, we moved on to looking at the literature that will need to be known for tomorrow's exam. Also, reminder that the 'To Kill a Mockingbird' essay is due for Friday.
Period Four: ELA 10
We started by discussing the short story from 'Test'. We then provided them with time to work on "My Great Adventure" which is due on Friday.
Period Five: History 20
The entire period was used to discuss/review the outline that the students have been working on for the last couple of days. The exam is Monday.
Period Six: ELA 10
Work Period
Period Seven: Math 7
We collected the assignment based on 2.4. We then looked at the rules/outlines for subtracting integers on a number line. Page 73, # 1 is due for tomorrow.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, we discussed and corrected the questions based on Chapter's Seven of 'The Outsiders'. Once this was done students were assigned the two extensions that were also a part of this assignment.
Period Three: ELA 20
We started by discussing some questions based on yesterday's short story "A Visit to Grandmother". After this was done, we moved on to looking at the literature that will need to be known for tomorrow's exam. Also, reminder that the 'To Kill a Mockingbird' essay is due for Friday.
Period Four: ELA 10
We started by discussing the short story from 'Test'. We then provided them with time to work on "My Great Adventure" which is due on Friday.
Period Five: History 20
The entire period was used to discuss/review the outline that the students have been working on for the last couple of days. The exam is Monday.
Period Six: ELA 10
Work Period
Period Seven: Math 7
We collected the assignment based on 2.4. We then looked at the rules/outlines for subtracting integers on a number line. Page 73, # 1 is due for tomorrow.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Tuesday, November 30th -- Day Two
Hard to believe it is already the last day of November; the weather may feel like Christmas but the year has gone by too quickly.
Period One: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we discussed the endings that we individually wrote for Liam O'Flaherty's short story "The Sniper". I then read the actual ending to the story which revealed the man on the other side of the street was the sniper's brother!!! This led to a discussion on the challenges that situations like this present one with, regardless of whether or not it is your kin on the other side of the line.
Students were reminded that "My Great Adventure" is due on Friday. Students were assigned Theodore Thomas' short story "Test" which needs to be read for tomorrow
Period Two: History 20
Students were given the second of two periods to complete their Unit One review. Reminder that the exam is this Friday.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we moved on and corrected the Language Power lessons which were assigned yesterday. It seems like reading instructions is starting to hinder our performance at times. Irregardless, after this an assignment was given on Chapter Seven of "The Outsiders". The questions are due tomorrow but not the extensions.
Period Five: ELA 20
This period was used to type one of either their essay on the theme of "To Kill a Mockingbird" which is due Friday or their Autopbiography.
Period Six: History 30
Following a Current Events discussion, we reviewed the material of last week, namely why Canadians started to grow weary of the Americans, yet still were aware of the fact that a relationship with our neighbors was important. All of this discussion led many at the time to start to examine the merits of unifying all of the colonies into one nation. As such we discussed some of the arguments associated with the creation of this nation, namely Macdonalds 'ideal' state and the merits of this state and those opposed to his ideas and their arguments. Students were asked to complete four questions based on a short reading for tomorrow.
Period Seven: ELA 20
Students were given the short story "A Visit to Grandmother". They are to read it and complete questions 1, 2, 5, 7, 8 for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Basketball Practice today -Senior Boys at 3:30 while the Senior Girls practice in Sturgis today.
Junior teams practice tomorrow.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Period One: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we discussed the endings that we individually wrote for Liam O'Flaherty's short story "The Sniper". I then read the actual ending to the story which revealed the man on the other side of the street was the sniper's brother!!! This led to a discussion on the challenges that situations like this present one with, regardless of whether or not it is your kin on the other side of the line.
Students were reminded that "My Great Adventure" is due on Friday. Students were assigned Theodore Thomas' short story "Test" which needs to be read for tomorrow
Period Two: History 20
Students were given the second of two periods to complete their Unit One review. Reminder that the exam is this Friday.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we moved on and corrected the Language Power lessons which were assigned yesterday. It seems like reading instructions is starting to hinder our performance at times. Irregardless, after this an assignment was given on Chapter Seven of "The Outsiders". The questions are due tomorrow but not the extensions.
Period Five: ELA 20
This period was used to type one of either their essay on the theme of "To Kill a Mockingbird" which is due Friday or their Autopbiography.
Period Six: History 30
Following a Current Events discussion, we reviewed the material of last week, namely why Canadians started to grow weary of the Americans, yet still were aware of the fact that a relationship with our neighbors was important. All of this discussion led many at the time to start to examine the merits of unifying all of the colonies into one nation. As such we discussed some of the arguments associated with the creation of this nation, namely Macdonalds 'ideal' state and the merits of this state and those opposed to his ideas and their arguments. Students were asked to complete four questions based on a short reading for tomorrow.
Period Seven: ELA 20
Students were given the short story "A Visit to Grandmother". They are to read it and complete questions 1, 2, 5, 7, 8 for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Basketball Practice today -Senior Boys at 3:30 while the Senior Girls practice in Sturgis today.
Junior teams practice tomorrow.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Tuesday, November 23rd -- Day Four
Period One: History 30
Following a short Current Events discussion, a handout detailing the expectations and requirements for the 'Great Canadian' research assignment was distributed and discussed. A review of how to properly reference certain sources in a bibliography was done. A review of the material that started Unit Two was undertaken, followed by a look at the American Threat to British North America during the mid 1800's.
Period Two: ELA 9
As a homework check, students were asked to write a one paragraph summary of the events of Chapter Five which was to be read for today. Following that, students were assigned Lessons #24, 25 of Language Power. These are to be completed for tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
We started with a Jeopardy! style review of the novel. Congrats to the winners, Skyler Griffith and April Jacquemart. Following that, a brief discussion was had in regards to the five themes that appear in the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. They are (1) Prejudice (2) Growing Up (3) Small Town Life and Social Relationships (4) Justice and (5) Good vs. Evil. Students are to choose one theme and in an essay of no less than 500 words discuss it and how we see it play out in the novel. The essay is tentatively due for next Friday, December 3rd.
Period Five: Math 7
This period was given to complete the assignment given yesterday. The entire assignmnet is due for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This is the once in a six day cycle period to work on whatever the students need to be working on.
Period Seven: ELA 10
This was the last class time given this week to work on their Great Adventure.
OTHER NEWS:
Senior Boys Basketball practice is cancelled for today. A meeting of all those interested in playing this year will take place tomorrow morning at 10:30 in Mr. Morin's room. As of right now, I would consider the season to be somewhat in jeopardy.
Junior Teams practice tomorrow after school.
Thursday is Rider Day..wear GREEN!!!
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Following a short Current Events discussion, a handout detailing the expectations and requirements for the 'Great Canadian' research assignment was distributed and discussed. A review of how to properly reference certain sources in a bibliography was done. A review of the material that started Unit Two was undertaken, followed by a look at the American Threat to British North America during the mid 1800's.
Period Two: ELA 9
As a homework check, students were asked to write a one paragraph summary of the events of Chapter Five which was to be read for today. Following that, students were assigned Lessons #24, 25 of Language Power. These are to be completed for tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
We started with a Jeopardy! style review of the novel. Congrats to the winners, Skyler Griffith and April Jacquemart. Following that, a brief discussion was had in regards to the five themes that appear in the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. They are (1) Prejudice (2) Growing Up (3) Small Town Life and Social Relationships (4) Justice and (5) Good vs. Evil. Students are to choose one theme and in an essay of no less than 500 words discuss it and how we see it play out in the novel. The essay is tentatively due for next Friday, December 3rd.
Period Five: Math 7
This period was given to complete the assignment given yesterday. The entire assignmnet is due for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This is the once in a six day cycle period to work on whatever the students need to be working on.
Period Seven: ELA 10
This was the last class time given this week to work on their Great Adventure.
OTHER NEWS:
Senior Boys Basketball practice is cancelled for today. A meeting of all those interested in playing this year will take place tomorrow morning at 10:30 in Mr. Morin's room. As of right now, I would consider the season to be somewhat in jeopardy.
Junior Teams practice tomorrow after school.
Thursday is Rider Day..wear GREEN!!!
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Monday, November 22, 2010
Monday, November 22nd -- Day Three
Welcome to a new week...Grey Cup week which is a great week to be a Rider fan.
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we discussed Ken Dryden's essay entitled "The Game" from last week. In particular we were seeking to uncover Dryden's message. Once that was done, students were asked to complete the second of two extensions based on Chapter Four of 'The Outsiders' as well as read Chapter 5 for tomorrow.
Period Three: ELA 20
We continued to watch 'To Kill a Mockingbird'
Period Four: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we discussed Christy Brown's essay 'My Left Foot' as well as collected the assignment based on that reading. We also looked briefly at all of the literature we studied under the theme of 'The Unknown' in preparation for the unit exam on Thursday. Lastly students were given a handout which outlined a major assignment they will be working on known as 'My Great Adventure'
Period Five: History 20
After a Current Events discussion we reviewed the material from last week; mainly Karl Marx's theory on Communism. We then moved on to discuss the Revolutions of 1917 as well as the Russian Civil War which was a battle for power between the white and the red.
Period Six: ELA 10
Students were given the period to work on their great adventure.
Period Seven: Math 7
We introduced the concept of a number line and using them to add numbers. After some samples and examples students were assigned Pages 62, 63 & 64 #'s 1 - 11. It is not due for tomorrow as time will be given tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Junior Basketball teams practice today; Senior's tomorrow.
Thursday is RIDER DAY!!!! Wear green to support our favorite team as they go in search of the Grey Cup on Sunday.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we discussed Ken Dryden's essay entitled "The Game" from last week. In particular we were seeking to uncover Dryden's message. Once that was done, students were asked to complete the second of two extensions based on Chapter Four of 'The Outsiders' as well as read Chapter 5 for tomorrow.
Period Three: ELA 20
We continued to watch 'To Kill a Mockingbird'
Period Four: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we discussed Christy Brown's essay 'My Left Foot' as well as collected the assignment based on that reading. We also looked briefly at all of the literature we studied under the theme of 'The Unknown' in preparation for the unit exam on Thursday. Lastly students were given a handout which outlined a major assignment they will be working on known as 'My Great Adventure'
Period Five: History 20
After a Current Events discussion we reviewed the material from last week; mainly Karl Marx's theory on Communism. We then moved on to discuss the Revolutions of 1917 as well as the Russian Civil War which was a battle for power between the white and the red.
Period Six: ELA 10
Students were given the period to work on their great adventure.
Period Seven: Math 7
We introduced the concept of a number line and using them to add numbers. After some samples and examples students were assigned Pages 62, 63 & 64 #'s 1 - 11. It is not due for tomorrow as time will be given tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Junior Basketball teams practice today; Senior's tomorrow.
Thursday is RIDER DAY!!!! Wear green to support our favorite team as they go in search of the Grey Cup on Sunday.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Wednesday, November 17th -- Day Six
Period One/Two: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we moved on to briefly discuss the story that was assigned for today, 'My Left Foot' by Christy Brown. We then moved on from this discussion to an assignment in which they were to answer some questions on the essay as well as write a speech as if they were nominating Christy's mother for Mother of the Year Award. The questions and the written speech are due tomorrow.
Students were also given an essay entitled "Paddle to the Amazon" which is the account of a man from Winnipeg who, with his 19 year old son canoed all the way to Brazil, over 20, 000 km in a little over two years. The essay, written as a series of journal articles highlights some of the struggles that the author and his son had to endure and overcome along their journey. Students are to imagine themselves going on an adventure of their choice, and write a series of journal entries similar to the essay read today which will highlight and discuss some of the challenges they feel they might face along the way.
Period Three: ELA 9
After some silent reading, an assignment (questions and extension) were given based on Chapter 4 of 'The Outsiders' which was to be read today. This assignment is due for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 10
Work/Reading/Catch Up period.
OTHER NEWS:
Thanks to all parents who came out both tonight and last night to discuss their children, school, academics, etc.
Senior Basketball practices start tomorrow; Girls at 4:00 and Boys at 6:00
Intramural Volleyball resumes Friday with Peanut Butter and Jamie vs. Brass.
Reminder that tomorrow is early dismissal.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, we moved on to briefly discuss the story that was assigned for today, 'My Left Foot' by Christy Brown. We then moved on from this discussion to an assignment in which they were to answer some questions on the essay as well as write a speech as if they were nominating Christy's mother for Mother of the Year Award. The questions and the written speech are due tomorrow.
Students were also given an essay entitled "Paddle to the Amazon" which is the account of a man from Winnipeg who, with his 19 year old son canoed all the way to Brazil, over 20, 000 km in a little over two years. The essay, written as a series of journal articles highlights some of the struggles that the author and his son had to endure and overcome along their journey. Students are to imagine themselves going on an adventure of their choice, and write a series of journal entries similar to the essay read today which will highlight and discuss some of the challenges they feel they might face along the way.
Period Three: ELA 9
After some silent reading, an assignment (questions and extension) were given based on Chapter 4 of 'The Outsiders' which was to be read today. This assignment is due for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 10
Work/Reading/Catch Up period.
OTHER NEWS:
Thanks to all parents who came out both tonight and last night to discuss their children, school, academics, etc.
Senior Basketball practices start tomorrow; Girls at 4:00 and Boys at 6:00
Intramural Volleyball resumes Friday with Peanut Butter and Jamie vs. Brass.
Reminder that tomorrow is early dismissal.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Tuesday, November 16th -- Day Five
Period One: ELA 9
Following some silent reading, Language Power lessons #22, 23 were corrected. For tomorrow students are to read Chapter Four of 'The Outsiders'.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
As our reading of the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' is completed, we started watching the movie. Both periods were spent watching the film. Those who have not completed reading the novel, it is highly recommended that you do so as depending on the movie to succeed on the exam will be mighty difiicult.
Period Four: History 30
Following a short Current Events discussion we continued with our look at Great Canadians. As such students were given the period to research their chosen Canadian.
Period Five: Math 7
We started by reviewing yesterday's class which introduced integers. We then corrected the assignment from yesterday on Lesson 2.1. The concept of addition of integers was then introduced and Pg. 58/59 #'s 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11 & 12 were assigned. They are due for Thursday.
Period Six: ELA 10
We collectively brainstormed a list of individuals we are aware of who have overcome some sort of obstacle or challenge to achieve something noteworthy. This will lead into a research assignment at some point in the future. Students were then asked what they believed it meant to 'have faith'. After a short discussion, students were asked to read an essay by Christy Brown entitled "My Left Foot". This is to be read for tomorrow and will provide the students with a tremendous example of not only having faith but also of overcoming something to achieve things one might not think possible.
Period Seven: Math 7
Students were given this period to work on the assignnent that was given in Period Five.
OTHER NEWS:
Tonight is the first night of Parent - Teacher Interviews. They will run from 3:30 - 7:00 in the school gymnasium. Feel free to stop in either tonight or tomorrow (same hours).
Basketball season is underway as the Senior Teams will start practicing on Thursday; Girls are at 4:00 while the Boys are at 6:00
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Following some silent reading, Language Power lessons #22, 23 were corrected. For tomorrow students are to read Chapter Four of 'The Outsiders'.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
As our reading of the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' is completed, we started watching the movie. Both periods were spent watching the film. Those who have not completed reading the novel, it is highly recommended that you do so as depending on the movie to succeed on the exam will be mighty difiicult.
Period Four: History 30
Following a short Current Events discussion we continued with our look at Great Canadians. As such students were given the period to research their chosen Canadian.
Period Five: Math 7
We started by reviewing yesterday's class which introduced integers. We then corrected the assignment from yesterday on Lesson 2.1. The concept of addition of integers was then introduced and Pg. 58/59 #'s 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11 & 12 were assigned. They are due for Thursday.
Period Six: ELA 10
We collectively brainstormed a list of individuals we are aware of who have overcome some sort of obstacle or challenge to achieve something noteworthy. This will lead into a research assignment at some point in the future. Students were then asked what they believed it meant to 'have faith'. After a short discussion, students were asked to read an essay by Christy Brown entitled "My Left Foot". This is to be read for tomorrow and will provide the students with a tremendous example of not only having faith but also of overcoming something to achieve things one might not think possible.
Period Seven: Math 7
Students were given this period to work on the assignnent that was given in Period Five.
OTHER NEWS:
Tonight is the first night of Parent - Teacher Interviews. They will run from 3:30 - 7:00 in the school gymnasium. Feel free to stop in either tonight or tomorrow (same hours).
Basketball season is underway as the Senior Teams will start practicing on Thursday; Girls are at 4:00 while the Boys are at 6:00
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Monday, November 15, 2010
Monday, November 15 -- Day Four
Period One: History 30
After a Current Events discussion, we finished up some notes from last class. The students were then asked to come up with a definition for 'great'. After sharing these definitions and agreeing in principle that great means to be superior in terms of actions or abilities, students were asked to think of what sort of actions could be considered 'great'. From this point, we brainstormed a list of who we consider to be "Great Canadians". Once a list was created, students were to choose one that they will be completing a research essay on.
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we discussed the questions based on Chapters 2& 3 of 'The Outsiders'. Language Power Lessons #22, 23 on compound and complex sentences was assigned for tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
Period Three was provided as an opportunity to finish up the daily assignments associated with our study of 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. Period Four saw us read three poems all relating to the idea of home. After each, 'Home Street', 'My Hometown' and 'I Remember (Back Home)' oral questioning and discussion took place. In the end we were able to agree that all of the poems were similar in a certain way; that being as you grow older and attain more wisdom and become more knowledgeable about the world around you, your perceptions and memories of home change, some times for the good and some times for the bad.
Period Five: Math 7
We introduced the concept of Integers. Students were asked to use manipulatives to show certain values of both positivie and negative numbers. They were then asked to complete Pages 54/55 #1, 2, 4a, 5, 6 & 7 for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This is our once in a six day cycle read/work/homework/catch up class.
Period Seven: ELA 10
The Time Capsule assignments were collected. We discussed Edgar Allan Poe's poem 'The Raven'. We then initiated our second theme to be studied, Challenges: Opportunities and Obstacles. As such students were asked to brainstorm an individual they believe to have overcome obstacles to acheive something. The example given was Mario Lemieux, a man who overcame cancer to return to the NHL and remain one of the world's greatest hockey players. They are to choose an individual and complete a visual depicting their challenges and achievements.
OTHER NEWS:
Basketball season opens this week. Junior Girls practice today, while the Senior teams start on Thursday.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
After a Current Events discussion, we finished up some notes from last class. The students were then asked to come up with a definition for 'great'. After sharing these definitions and agreeing in principle that great means to be superior in terms of actions or abilities, students were asked to think of what sort of actions could be considered 'great'. From this point, we brainstormed a list of who we consider to be "Great Canadians". Once a list was created, students were to choose one that they will be completing a research essay on.
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we discussed the questions based on Chapters 2& 3 of 'The Outsiders'. Language Power Lessons #22, 23 on compound and complex sentences was assigned for tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
Period Three was provided as an opportunity to finish up the daily assignments associated with our study of 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. Period Four saw us read three poems all relating to the idea of home. After each, 'Home Street', 'My Hometown' and 'I Remember (Back Home)' oral questioning and discussion took place. In the end we were able to agree that all of the poems were similar in a certain way; that being as you grow older and attain more wisdom and become more knowledgeable about the world around you, your perceptions and memories of home change, some times for the good and some times for the bad.
Period Five: Math 7
We introduced the concept of Integers. Students were asked to use manipulatives to show certain values of both positivie and negative numbers. They were then asked to complete Pages 54/55 #1, 2, 4a, 5, 6 & 7 for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This is our once in a six day cycle read/work/homework/catch up class.
Period Seven: ELA 10
The Time Capsule assignments were collected. We discussed Edgar Allan Poe's poem 'The Raven'. We then initiated our second theme to be studied, Challenges: Opportunities and Obstacles. As such students were asked to brainstorm an individual they believe to have overcome obstacles to acheive something. The example given was Mario Lemieux, a man who overcame cancer to return to the NHL and remain one of the world's greatest hockey players. They are to choose an individual and complete a visual depicting their challenges and achievements.
OTHER NEWS:
Basketball season opens this week. Junior Girls practice today, while the Senior teams start on Thursday.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Friday, November 10 -- Day Three
Period One: ELA 9
Slow gettiing her this morning as the roads were a little tricky this morning. Regardless a quiet morning as all that was assigned was questions for Chapters 2 and 3 of 'The Outsiders'. These are due for Monday.
Period Three/Four: Remembrance Day Service in the Gymasium. A big thanks to the RCMP, Legion and Cadets for being a part of our ceremony. Also, thanks to those studens who volunteered to read either their writing or the writing of others.
Period Five: History 20
We reviewed the highlights of last class; that being the terms of the Treaty of Versailles and the American rejection of this deal. We moved onto the cost of the war, in both human and financial terms. Students were asked to guess the cost in both cases. They were close to the human cost but nowhere close to the financial cost. We then started to look at the situation plaguing Russia at the end of the war. In order for this to occur, we need to go back to the turn of the 20th Century. This was done today as we looked at Tsar Nicholas II, the Russo - Japanese War, and the Russian Revolution of 1905 which included the events of Bloody Sunday. Students were assigned some questions on this material that needs to be done for Tuesday.
Period Six: ELA 10
We had a discussion about Alfred Tennyson's poem 'The Lady of Shallot'. This was a great discussion as a new idea that I had not considered before came up. Good job by all of the students. For Monday, students are to read and analyze Edgar Allan Poe's poem 'The Raven'.
Period Seven: Math 7
We put the finishing touches on the Unit One exam. Unit Two will start on Monday.
Have a super long weekend and if you must travel, be safe...
Mr. Morin
Slow gettiing her this morning as the roads were a little tricky this morning. Regardless a quiet morning as all that was assigned was questions for Chapters 2 and 3 of 'The Outsiders'. These are due for Monday.
Period Three/Four: Remembrance Day Service in the Gymasium. A big thanks to the RCMP, Legion and Cadets for being a part of our ceremony. Also, thanks to those studens who volunteered to read either their writing or the writing of others.
Period Five: History 20
We reviewed the highlights of last class; that being the terms of the Treaty of Versailles and the American rejection of this deal. We moved onto the cost of the war, in both human and financial terms. Students were asked to guess the cost in both cases. They were close to the human cost but nowhere close to the financial cost. We then started to look at the situation plaguing Russia at the end of the war. In order for this to occur, we need to go back to the turn of the 20th Century. This was done today as we looked at Tsar Nicholas II, the Russo - Japanese War, and the Russian Revolution of 1905 which included the events of Bloody Sunday. Students were assigned some questions on this material that needs to be done for Tuesday.
Period Six: ELA 10
We had a discussion about Alfred Tennyson's poem 'The Lady of Shallot'. This was a great discussion as a new idea that I had not considered before came up. Good job by all of the students. For Monday, students are to read and analyze Edgar Allan Poe's poem 'The Raven'.
Period Seven: Math 7
We put the finishing touches on the Unit One exam. Unit Two will start on Monday.
Have a super long weekend and if you must travel, be safe...
Mr. Morin
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Thursday, November 4th -- Day Five
Period One - -ELA 9
After some silent reading, we discussed the journal entry they were assigned yesterday. This assignment was to concentrate on gangs; what they are and a look at the pro's and con's of being involved in a gang. This led to the assigning of the short story "On the Sidewalk Bleeding". This story needs to be read as well as question 1 a,b,c & d done for tomorrow.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
The first of these periods was spent in the lab where students were to type up either their Remembrance Day essay or, if done, their autobiography.
Period Three saw a discussion on Chapter's 15 & 16 of "To Kill a Mockingbird" and then a continuation of our study of the novel.
Period Four: History 30
We started the class with a review/outline for the Unit One exam which is scheduled for Tuesday, November 9th. When this was completed students were given the option to work on either their propoganda or study for the exam. Unit Two will commence tomorrow but the cutoff for the material on the exam ends with Lord Durham and his recommendations for Upper and Lower Canada.
Period Five: Math 7
As a group corrected the assignment on Page 44, 45 & 46 that was due for tomorrow. Students were then made aware of the fact that the Unit One exam will be Monday, November 8th.
Period Six: ELA 10
Students read quietly for the first ten minutes at which point they were introduced to the culminating assignment for 'The Chrysalids' which is a time capsule. A handout dealing with the specifics that this assignment should include will be provided tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
In advance of the Unit exam on Monday, students were struggling with solving simple equations. As such, we reviewed all four potential equation types you could come across and then assigned sixteen questions that deals with solving equations of all types.
Other News:
Intramural Volleyball tomorrow at noon.
Tomorrow is the FINAL day to buy School Clothing.
Report Card day tomorrow...HOOOORAY!
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin.
After some silent reading, we discussed the journal entry they were assigned yesterday. This assignment was to concentrate on gangs; what they are and a look at the pro's and con's of being involved in a gang. This led to the assigning of the short story "On the Sidewalk Bleeding". This story needs to be read as well as question 1 a,b,c & d done for tomorrow.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
The first of these periods was spent in the lab where students were to type up either their Remembrance Day essay or, if done, their autobiography.
Period Three saw a discussion on Chapter's 15 & 16 of "To Kill a Mockingbird" and then a continuation of our study of the novel.
Period Four: History 30
We started the class with a review/outline for the Unit One exam which is scheduled for Tuesday, November 9th. When this was completed students were given the option to work on either their propoganda or study for the exam. Unit Two will commence tomorrow but the cutoff for the material on the exam ends with Lord Durham and his recommendations for Upper and Lower Canada.
Period Five: Math 7
As a group corrected the assignment on Page 44, 45 & 46 that was due for tomorrow. Students were then made aware of the fact that the Unit One exam will be Monday, November 8th.
Period Six: ELA 10
Students read quietly for the first ten minutes at which point they were introduced to the culminating assignment for 'The Chrysalids' which is a time capsule. A handout dealing with the specifics that this assignment should include will be provided tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
In advance of the Unit exam on Monday, students were struggling with solving simple equations. As such, we reviewed all four potential equation types you could come across and then assigned sixteen questions that deals with solving equations of all types.
Other News:
Intramural Volleyball tomorrow at noon.
Tomorrow is the FINAL day to buy School Clothing.
Report Card day tomorrow...HOOOORAY!
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Tuesday, November 2nd -- Day Three
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we corrected the Language Power lessons from yesterday. We then reviewed Robert Frost's poem "The Road not Taken" and brainstormed everyday examples of individuals choosing to take the path less travelled. This led to the assigning of the shortest short story ever "Acceptance" along with some response activities. These are due for tomorrow.
Period Three: ELA 20
The first chapters of Part Two of "To Kill a Mockingbird" were discussed in detail. Students were given what was left of the period to read on in the novel. I would strongly recommend reading at home as we are running out of school days to complete the novel and culminating activities.
Period Four: ELA 10
The students sold poppies around town.
Period Five: History 20
We reviewed what realities made life at home so difficult for the civilian population during the war. A handout was then given which discussed three main points from 1917, which is arguably the year in which things started to lean in favor of one side. A series of ideas were presented about these events which students were asked to respond to for the next class.
Period Six: ELA 10
Chapter's Ten and Eleven of "The Chrysalids" were discussed and then we moved onto Chapter's Thirteen and Fourteen. Again, time is running out to complete this novel.
Period Seven: Math 7
Unit One is now complete and as such a practice test was assigned that deals with all ideas dealt with in this unit. The assignment which is NOT due for tomorrow is Pages 44, 45 and 46 #'s 1,2,5,6,7,8,9,11,13,14. Tomorrow afternoon's class will also be given to complete the assignment.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, we corrected the Language Power lessons from yesterday. We then reviewed Robert Frost's poem "The Road not Taken" and brainstormed everyday examples of individuals choosing to take the path less travelled. This led to the assigning of the shortest short story ever "Acceptance" along with some response activities. These are due for tomorrow.
Period Three: ELA 20
The first chapters of Part Two of "To Kill a Mockingbird" were discussed in detail. Students were given what was left of the period to read on in the novel. I would strongly recommend reading at home as we are running out of school days to complete the novel and culminating activities.
Period Four: ELA 10
The students sold poppies around town.
Period Five: History 20
We reviewed what realities made life at home so difficult for the civilian population during the war. A handout was then given which discussed three main points from 1917, which is arguably the year in which things started to lean in favor of one side. A series of ideas were presented about these events which students were asked to respond to for the next class.
Period Six: ELA 10
Chapter's Ten and Eleven of "The Chrysalids" were discussed and then we moved onto Chapter's Thirteen and Fourteen. Again, time is running out to complete this novel.
Period Seven: Math 7
Unit One is now complete and as such a practice test was assigned that deals with all ideas dealt with in this unit. The assignment which is NOT due for tomorrow is Pages 44, 45 and 46 #'s 1,2,5,6,7,8,9,11,13,14. Tomorrow afternoon's class will also be given to complete the assignment.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Monday, November 1, 2010
Monday, November 1st -- Day Two
Period One: ELA 10
After some silent reading, students were given the period to complete a series of questions and extending activites on Chapter's 11 & 12 of "The Chrysalids".
Period Two: History 20
We reviewed the specifics of the Battle of the Somme that was discussed last week. We then took a look at some of the ways in which the war effected the civilian populations in both Germany and Britain. Students were given the last fifteen minutes to work on their propoganda assignment.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we moved on to discuss "The Four Voices" which was a series of poems the students had read and responded to in groups on Friday. After a very good discussion we moved onto Robert Frost's poem "The Road not Taken" which was followed by another great discussion about the message Frost was trying to get across to the readers and its relation to our study of finding ourself and our identity. Language Power #21 & 22 were also assigned for tomorrow.
Period Five: ELA 20
As we need to speed up our coverage of the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" students were given the period to read ahead.
Period Six: History 30
Students are working on their propoganda assignment as they think might appear in the troubled 1830's in one of either Upper or Lower Canada.
Period Seven: ELA 20
An assignment based on Chapters 12, 13 & 14 of "To Kill a Mockingbird" was given out. It should be done for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Junior Girls Volleyball team for their 2nd place finish at Conferences this weekend. The Junior Boys also attended Conferences, and came up short of a play - off berth finishing third in their pool during Round Robin play.
The Senior Girls also had a great weekend, capturing gold at their annual Snake Creek Classic. They defeated Invermay in the final.
The final total for magazine sales is $14, 153.19.
The next Intramural Volleyball is Friday as Peanut Butter and Jamie take on Awesome Allysor's.
School clothing will be on sale for the rest of the week. See an SRC member if interested.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, students were given the period to complete a series of questions and extending activites on Chapter's 11 & 12 of "The Chrysalids".
Period Two: History 20
We reviewed the specifics of the Battle of the Somme that was discussed last week. We then took a look at some of the ways in which the war effected the civilian populations in both Germany and Britain. Students were given the last fifteen minutes to work on their propoganda assignment.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we moved on to discuss "The Four Voices" which was a series of poems the students had read and responded to in groups on Friday. After a very good discussion we moved onto Robert Frost's poem "The Road not Taken" which was followed by another great discussion about the message Frost was trying to get across to the readers and its relation to our study of finding ourself and our identity. Language Power #21 & 22 were also assigned for tomorrow.
Period Five: ELA 20
As we need to speed up our coverage of the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" students were given the period to read ahead.
Period Six: History 30
Students are working on their propoganda assignment as they think might appear in the troubled 1830's in one of either Upper or Lower Canada.
Period Seven: ELA 20
An assignment based on Chapters 12, 13 & 14 of "To Kill a Mockingbird" was given out. It should be done for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Junior Girls Volleyball team for their 2nd place finish at Conferences this weekend. The Junior Boys also attended Conferences, and came up short of a play - off berth finishing third in their pool during Round Robin play.
The Senior Girls also had a great weekend, capturing gold at their annual Snake Creek Classic. They defeated Invermay in the final.
The final total for magazine sales is $14, 153.19.
The next Intramural Volleyball is Friday as Peanut Butter and Jamie take on Awesome Allysor's.
School clothing will be on sale for the rest of the week. See an SRC member if interested.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Tuesday, October 26th -- Day Four
Period One: History 30
We started by reviewing the collision of worldviews between the reformers and oligarchies in both Upper and Lower Canada in the early twentieth century. We then looked at some of the specific problems that existed in each of the colonies. An assignment based on this information was given out as well. Also the propoganda assignments were collected. Those still yet to hand theirs in should do so no later than tomorrow. The handout if needed is available on my Wiki.
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students were given one last class to work on their Remembrance Day Writing. This is due for Monday.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
We started be returning the exams based on Part One of "To Kill a Mockingbird". I would just like to say that these exams were done very well by all as a 79% class average would attest. We then talked about some of the reasons why youth disagree with their parents, and some strategies they presently use or have used in the past as a means of getting their way. This lead into a reading of James Collier's essay "How to Do Battle with Grown - Ups" which needs to be read for tomorrow. Students were also asked to pick out Collier's four main points from the essay.
Period Five: Math 7
We corrected the assignment based on Lesson 1.8 as a class. To ensure all is well, an additional two questions, #15 and 16 were assigned for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was our once a cycle read/homework/catch up period.
Period Seven: ELA 10
We discussed Edgar Allan Poe's short story "The Tell Tale Heart" and watched short animated version of the story. We then discussed the events of chapters 8, 9, and 10 of "The Chrysalids". The Venn diagram which compares/contrasts Uncle Axel with Joseph Strorm is due for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
A big thank you to all students who brought in magazine sales today. The total sales exceeds $12, 000 which means it looks like my legs will be waxed at some point in the near future. Teachers Mr. Chapman and Mr. Rostotski can also expect a pie in the face soon.
School clothing will continue to be sold this week. It is available to try on and purchase on Thursday and Friday at lunch in Mr. Morins room.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
We started by reviewing the collision of worldviews between the reformers and oligarchies in both Upper and Lower Canada in the early twentieth century. We then looked at some of the specific problems that existed in each of the colonies. An assignment based on this information was given out as well. Also the propoganda assignments were collected. Those still yet to hand theirs in should do so no later than tomorrow. The handout if needed is available on my Wiki.
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students were given one last class to work on their Remembrance Day Writing. This is due for Monday.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
We started be returning the exams based on Part One of "To Kill a Mockingbird". I would just like to say that these exams were done very well by all as a 79% class average would attest. We then talked about some of the reasons why youth disagree with their parents, and some strategies they presently use or have used in the past as a means of getting their way. This lead into a reading of James Collier's essay "How to Do Battle with Grown - Ups" which needs to be read for tomorrow. Students were also asked to pick out Collier's four main points from the essay.
Period Five: Math 7
We corrected the assignment based on Lesson 1.8 as a class. To ensure all is well, an additional two questions, #15 and 16 were assigned for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was our once a cycle read/homework/catch up period.
Period Seven: ELA 10
We discussed Edgar Allan Poe's short story "The Tell Tale Heart" and watched short animated version of the story. We then discussed the events of chapters 8, 9, and 10 of "The Chrysalids". The Venn diagram which compares/contrasts Uncle Axel with Joseph Strorm is due for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
A big thank you to all students who brought in magazine sales today. The total sales exceeds $12, 000 which means it looks like my legs will be waxed at some point in the near future. Teachers Mr. Chapman and Mr. Rostotski can also expect a pie in the face soon.
School clothing will continue to be sold this week. It is available to try on and purchase on Thursday and Friday at lunch in Mr. Morins room.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Monday, October 25, 2010
Monday, October 25th -- Day Three
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we corrected the Lanuage Power that was assigned on Friday. The students then went to the library for a short presentation.
Period Three: ELA 20
The students wrote an examination on Part One of "To Kill a Mockingbird".
Period Four: ELA 10
The students were given this class to read on in the novel "The Chrysalids"
Period Five: History 20
Students not completed the exam from this morning were given this time to complete. Those done were given a handout on Weapons of War along with a series of questions. These are to be done for next class. This handout is available on my wiki (top left corner)
Period Six: ELA 10
Assignments were collected based on "The Tell - Tale Heart" from Friday. An assignment was then given on Chapters 8, 9 and 10 of "The Chyrsalids". These questions are due tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
We reviewed the assignment from yesterday which was 1 a, b, c, d, e and f on P.41. We then assigned the remainder of Pages 41/42 up to #9. These are due for next class.
OTHER NEWS:
Congrats to the Junior Girls Volleyball team on their third place finish at a tournament in Kamsack tomorrow.
Tomorrow is the last day to hand in magazine subscriptions. We are currently well short of our goal so let's hope for a big day tomorrow.
The deadline to order school pictures is Thursday. Those students wishing for re - takes, that date is set for the afternoon of November 2nd.
Have a good night,
Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, we corrected the Lanuage Power that was assigned on Friday. The students then went to the library for a short presentation.
Period Three: ELA 20
The students wrote an examination on Part One of "To Kill a Mockingbird".
Period Four: ELA 10
The students were given this class to read on in the novel "The Chrysalids"
Period Five: History 20
Students not completed the exam from this morning were given this time to complete. Those done were given a handout on Weapons of War along with a series of questions. These are to be done for next class. This handout is available on my wiki (top left corner)
Period Six: ELA 10
Assignments were collected based on "The Tell - Tale Heart" from Friday. An assignment was then given on Chapters 8, 9 and 10 of "The Chyrsalids". These questions are due tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
We reviewed the assignment from yesterday which was 1 a, b, c, d, e and f on P.41. We then assigned the remainder of Pages 41/42 up to #9. These are due for next class.
OTHER NEWS:
Congrats to the Junior Girls Volleyball team on their third place finish at a tournament in Kamsack tomorrow.
Tomorrow is the last day to hand in magazine subscriptions. We are currently well short of our goal so let's hope for a big day tomorrow.
The deadline to order school pictures is Thursday. Those students wishing for re - takes, that date is set for the afternoon of November 2nd.
Have a good night,
Mr. Morin
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Wednesday, October 20th -- Day Six
Period One:
Grade Seven to Twelve's watched a video in the gymnasium entitled "Do You Really Know Me?" This was a video focusing on getting to know people prior to making judgements about that individual. It is my hope that our students got something from this rather powerful video.
Period Two: ELA 10
We started by discussing the questions based on Chapter's Six and Seven of 'The Chrysalids'. From this point the extensions based on these chapters were collected. Students were given the remainder of class time to work on their Remembrance Day Literature.
Period Three: ELA 9
After some silent reading, the Remembrance Day Literature was introduced. They students have been assigned an essay ranging between 250 and 500 words. They can write a poem for extra credit if they choose bu the essay is an assigned activity. Students were given the choice of working on their Portrait or Remembrance Day.
Period Four: ELA 20
Work Period.
Period Five: History 20
We started by reviewing the material of last class; that being realities of life in the trenches which included trench foot, rats, and lice. We looked at another issue with this type of life, that being food which was far from appealing in nature. We then started our investigation of weapons in the war by looking at the machine gun. After a short interactive activity in which we sought to demonstrate the power of the machine gun as compared to the individual gun, we looked in particular at what made the machine gun so powerful and the effect that it had on trench warfare. We will continur this investigation tomorrow with a look at artillery and other modern technologies in terms of 1914.
Period Six: ELA 10
Work /Reading /Catch - Up period.
Period Seven: History 30
After a less than exciting Current Events discussion the students spent the remainder of the period working on their propoganda assignment.
OTHER NEWS:
A job well done by the Grade 4 - 6 Volleyball team yesterdy in Kamsack. They played four, fifteen minute sets and won all four. The same team is hosting Preeceville today after school.
The Senior Girls Volleyball team is on the road today as they are travelling to Sturgis to play Sturgis and K.C.I. in a mini tournament.
Education Week continues tomorrow. The Spirit Day is School Color Day. An open house will be set up in the gym in the afternoon which will display tables for each of the extra - curricular groups in the school. Stop by for coffee and a visit between 12: 30 and 3:30.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Grade Seven to Twelve's watched a video in the gymnasium entitled "Do You Really Know Me?" This was a video focusing on getting to know people prior to making judgements about that individual. It is my hope that our students got something from this rather powerful video.
Period Two: ELA 10
We started by discussing the questions based on Chapter's Six and Seven of 'The Chrysalids'. From this point the extensions based on these chapters were collected. Students were given the remainder of class time to work on their Remembrance Day Literature.
Period Three: ELA 9
After some silent reading, the Remembrance Day Literature was introduced. They students have been assigned an essay ranging between 250 and 500 words. They can write a poem for extra credit if they choose bu the essay is an assigned activity. Students were given the choice of working on their Portrait or Remembrance Day.
Period Four: ELA 20
Work Period.
Period Five: History 20
We started by reviewing the material of last class; that being realities of life in the trenches which included trench foot, rats, and lice. We looked at another issue with this type of life, that being food which was far from appealing in nature. We then started our investigation of weapons in the war by looking at the machine gun. After a short interactive activity in which we sought to demonstrate the power of the machine gun as compared to the individual gun, we looked in particular at what made the machine gun so powerful and the effect that it had on trench warfare. We will continur this investigation tomorrow with a look at artillery and other modern technologies in terms of 1914.
Period Six: ELA 10
Work /Reading /Catch - Up period.
Period Seven: History 30
After a less than exciting Current Events discussion the students spent the remainder of the period working on their propoganda assignment.
OTHER NEWS:
A job well done by the Grade 4 - 6 Volleyball team yesterdy in Kamsack. They played four, fifteen minute sets and won all four. The same team is hosting Preeceville today after school.
The Senior Girls Volleyball team is on the road today as they are travelling to Sturgis to play Sturgis and K.C.I. in a mini tournament.
Education Week continues tomorrow. The Spirit Day is School Color Day. An open house will be set up in the gym in the afternoon which will display tables for each of the extra - curricular groups in the school. Stop by for coffee and a visit between 12: 30 and 3:30.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Tuesday, October 19th -- Day Five
Period One: History 30
We started the class by discussing the questions from yesterday's discussion on the differences between the Reformers and Oligarchies and their view of how the political process should be carried out. We then moved onto look at some of the factors that helped to ensure the Oligarchy maintain most of the control and power which included electoral practices and and restrictions on certain portions of the population from equal access to involvement in the decision making process. Notes are available on my Wiki.
Period Two: ELA 9
We started with some silent reading. Students were then given some paper on which they are to create their personal essay in pictures and images as opposed to words. This is not due for tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
Period Three started with the distribution of questions and activities based on yesterday's short story "Penny in the Dust" by Ernest Buckler. These questions are due tomorrow. At the onset of Period Four, Remembrance Day writing was introduced. Students were assigned the writing of an essay on this topic which neds ot be no less than 500 words in length and no more than 800.
Penny in the Dust activities are due tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
We spent this period correcting Lesson 1.6.
Period Six: ELA 10
Students were given the option of either reading ahead in `The Chrysalids`or starting on their Remembrance Day literature.
Period Seven: Math 7
This period started with the use of manipulatives (tiles) to solve algebraic equations. After a couple of examples done together as a class, Page 41, #1 a,b,c,d,e,f were assigned for Thursday.
OTHER NEWS:
The Junior Boys Volleyball team travelled to Kamsack yesterday and won fours sets against their opponents from K.C.I.
Education Week continues tomorrow. Our spirit day is Anti - Bully Day. Staff and students are encouraged to wear pink or white to show their support against bullying. The Grade 7 - 12 students will also watch a video in the gym on bullying.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
We started the class by discussing the questions from yesterday's discussion on the differences between the Reformers and Oligarchies and their view of how the political process should be carried out. We then moved onto look at some of the factors that helped to ensure the Oligarchy maintain most of the control and power which included electoral practices and and restrictions on certain portions of the population from equal access to involvement in the decision making process. Notes are available on my Wiki.
Period Two: ELA 9
We started with some silent reading. Students were then given some paper on which they are to create their personal essay in pictures and images as opposed to words. This is not due for tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
Period Three started with the distribution of questions and activities based on yesterday's short story "Penny in the Dust" by Ernest Buckler. These questions are due tomorrow. At the onset of Period Four, Remembrance Day writing was introduced. Students were assigned the writing of an essay on this topic which neds ot be no less than 500 words in length and no more than 800.
Penny in the Dust activities are due tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
We spent this period correcting Lesson 1.6.
Period Six: ELA 10
Students were given the option of either reading ahead in `The Chrysalids`or starting on their Remembrance Day literature.
Period Seven: Math 7
This period started with the use of manipulatives (tiles) to solve algebraic equations. After a couple of examples done together as a class, Page 41, #1 a,b,c,d,e,f were assigned for Thursday.
OTHER NEWS:
The Junior Boys Volleyball team travelled to Kamsack yesterday and won fours sets against their opponents from K.C.I.
Education Week continues tomorrow. Our spirit day is Anti - Bully Day. Staff and students are encouraged to wear pink or white to show their support against bullying. The Grade 7 - 12 students will also watch a video in the gym on bullying.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Monday, October 18, 2010
Monday, October 18th -- Day Four
Period One: History 30
A pretty good Current Events discussion started the class. We then took the time to ensure we all had the necessary handouts required for this class as an exam has been set for next Friday. From there we looked at the collision of the worldviews between the oligarchies (elite) and reformers (common man) in terms of decision making and day to day running of British North America. Students were given a short assignment to complete on this topic that is due for tomorrow. The handout with this information is available on my Wiki.
Period Two: ELA 9
Following some silent reading, assignments based on the short story "Borders" was collected. We then took the time to look at some pictures that are being used as Self - Portraits. Further investigation and discussion led us to identify a great deal more about the artist than originally thought; ideas such as culture, famliy history, personal attributes, etc. As such students were asked to start thinking about how they would share this type of information through art. They are to begin their own self portrait tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
Period Three was set aside for students to work on their Autobiography assignment. While it is not due until January, it is my strong recommendation to be working on this assignment between now and then as leaving an assignment of this size to the last minute will make it that much more difficult.
Period Four saw us orally correct the questions related to Chapters Nine & Ten of "To Kill a Mockingbird". We then discussed the events of Chapter Eleven which brought us to the conclusion of Part One of the novel. As such an exam for Part One and othet literature was set for this Friday. A review and outline will come tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
The assignment based on 1.6 was collected. We looked at reading and writing equations. After some drill and practice as a class, Pages. 36/37 were assigned for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This is our once in a six day cycle class to read/catch up/do homework.
Period Seven: ELA 10
We collected the Research Assignments that were due today. Some are still outstanding and need to be handed in as soon as possible. Chapter Six/Seven questions and the extending activity are due for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
A very good weekend for the Norquay School Athletics. Our Senior Girls placed second at a tournament in Canora; the Junior Boys lost in the Semi - Final's in Kamsack. Tyrell Newcombe placed 32nd in Midget Boys at Provincial Cross Country. Edward Altman placed 46th in the same race. Congratulations to all of our sporting programs on a vey succesful weekend.
The Junior Boys will look to continue with their good luck today as they travel to Kamsack to take on K.C.I.
Tomorrow is the second of four magazine collection dates. Any orders can be handed into your homeroom teacher tomorrow.
This is Education Week throughout the province. A spirit week is taking place in conjunction with the week's activities. Tomorrow is Celebrity Day; dress as your favorite celebrity but please keep it school appropriate.
A yearbook meeting will take place tomorrow at 12:30 in the Home Ec. Lab.
Today and tomorrow will see the second round of Drama auditions take place. See the schedule outside of the I.A. shop to see when you are scheduled in.
Lastly, a depressing weekend to be a Rider Fan but let's not lose faith........
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
A pretty good Current Events discussion started the class. We then took the time to ensure we all had the necessary handouts required for this class as an exam has been set for next Friday. From there we looked at the collision of the worldviews between the oligarchies (elite) and reformers (common man) in terms of decision making and day to day running of British North America. Students were given a short assignment to complete on this topic that is due for tomorrow. The handout with this information is available on my Wiki.
Period Two: ELA 9
Following some silent reading, assignments based on the short story "Borders" was collected. We then took the time to look at some pictures that are being used as Self - Portraits. Further investigation and discussion led us to identify a great deal more about the artist than originally thought; ideas such as culture, famliy history, personal attributes, etc. As such students were asked to start thinking about how they would share this type of information through art. They are to begin their own self portrait tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
Period Three was set aside for students to work on their Autobiography assignment. While it is not due until January, it is my strong recommendation to be working on this assignment between now and then as leaving an assignment of this size to the last minute will make it that much more difficult.
Period Four saw us orally correct the questions related to Chapters Nine & Ten of "To Kill a Mockingbird". We then discussed the events of Chapter Eleven which brought us to the conclusion of Part One of the novel. As such an exam for Part One and othet literature was set for this Friday. A review and outline will come tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
The assignment based on 1.6 was collected. We looked at reading and writing equations. After some drill and practice as a class, Pages. 36/37 were assigned for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This is our once in a six day cycle class to read/catch up/do homework.
Period Seven: ELA 10
We collected the Research Assignments that were due today. Some are still outstanding and need to be handed in as soon as possible. Chapter Six/Seven questions and the extending activity are due for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
A very good weekend for the Norquay School Athletics. Our Senior Girls placed second at a tournament in Canora; the Junior Boys lost in the Semi - Final's in Kamsack. Tyrell Newcombe placed 32nd in Midget Boys at Provincial Cross Country. Edward Altman placed 46th in the same race. Congratulations to all of our sporting programs on a vey succesful weekend.
The Junior Boys will look to continue with their good luck today as they travel to Kamsack to take on K.C.I.
Tomorrow is the second of four magazine collection dates. Any orders can be handed into your homeroom teacher tomorrow.
This is Education Week throughout the province. A spirit week is taking place in conjunction with the week's activities. Tomorrow is Celebrity Day; dress as your favorite celebrity but please keep it school appropriate.
A yearbook meeting will take place tomorrow at 12:30 in the Home Ec. Lab.
Today and tomorrow will see the second round of Drama auditions take place. See the schedule outside of the I.A. shop to see when you are scheduled in.
Lastly, a depressing weekend to be a Rider Fan but let's not lose faith........
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Friday, October 15, 2010
Friday, October 15th -- Day Three
Period One: ELA 9
Following some silent reading, we corrected the Language Power assignment from yesterday. The "I Am..." poems were then returned; a good job by all on this assignment. Students were to have read the short story entitled "Borders" by Thomas King. Students were to complete Questions 1, a, b and Write a decsriptive paragraph of Latetia's mother. These assignments are due for Monday.
Period Three: ELA 20
Students were given an assignment based on Chapters Nine and Ten of 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. These assignments are to be done for Monday, as well as have read to the conclusion of Part One of the novel which is to the end of Chapter Eleven.
Period Four: ELA 10
Students were given the period to read ahead in 'The Chrysalids.
Period Five: History 20
Following a Current Events discussion we reviewed the concepts of 'total war' and 'attrition'. We then continued on with our look at the trenches with an illustrated side view of the trenches. We then investigated some of the issues associated with life in the trenches, namely trench foot, rats and lice. A handout is available at my Homework Wiki.
Period Six: ELA 1o
Students were given an assignment based on Chapters Six and Seven of 'The Chrysalids'. This assignment is due for Tuesday.
Period Seven: Math 7
We started by collecting all assignment yet to be handed in. Students were given the remainder of the time to complete the assignment on P. 33/34 which is due for Monday.
OTHER NEWS:
Good luck to the Senior Girls Volleyball team who will be participating at a tournament in Canora this weekend. The Junior Boys are also on the road to Kamsack for a tournament at K.C.I.
The second collection day for magazines is coming up on Tuesday, October 19th. After this week, our magazine sales sit at close to $4500.00. Well done!!
Monday is Bus Driver Appreciation Day; be sure to thank these individuals for the work they do not only Monday, but everyday.
Last but not least Good Luck to Tyrell Newcombe adn Edward Altman who will be attending Cross Country Provincials at Regina tomorrow.
Go Riders, have a Great Weekend!!!!
Mr. Morin
Following some silent reading, we corrected the Language Power assignment from yesterday. The "I Am..." poems were then returned; a good job by all on this assignment. Students were to have read the short story entitled "Borders" by Thomas King. Students were to complete Questions 1, a, b and Write a decsriptive paragraph of Latetia's mother. These assignments are due for Monday.
Period Three: ELA 20
Students were given an assignment based on Chapters Nine and Ten of 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. These assignments are to be done for Monday, as well as have read to the conclusion of Part One of the novel which is to the end of Chapter Eleven.
Period Four: ELA 10
Students were given the period to read ahead in 'The Chrysalids.
Period Five: History 20
Following a Current Events discussion we reviewed the concepts of 'total war' and 'attrition'. We then continued on with our look at the trenches with an illustrated side view of the trenches. We then investigated some of the issues associated with life in the trenches, namely trench foot, rats and lice. A handout is available at my Homework Wiki.
Period Six: ELA 1o
Students were given an assignment based on Chapters Six and Seven of 'The Chrysalids'. This assignment is due for Tuesday.
Period Seven: Math 7
We started by collecting all assignment yet to be handed in. Students were given the remainder of the time to complete the assignment on P. 33/34 which is due for Monday.
OTHER NEWS:
Good luck to the Senior Girls Volleyball team who will be participating at a tournament in Canora this weekend. The Junior Boys are also on the road to Kamsack for a tournament at K.C.I.
The second collection day for magazines is coming up on Tuesday, October 19th. After this week, our magazine sales sit at close to $4500.00. Well done!!
Monday is Bus Driver Appreciation Day; be sure to thank these individuals for the work they do not only Monday, but everyday.
Last but not least Good Luck to Tyrell Newcombe adn Edward Altman who will be attending Cross Country Provincials at Regina tomorrow.
Go Riders, have a Great Weekend!!!!
Mr. Morin
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Thursday, October 14th -- Day Two
Period One: ELA 10
The research assignments are due on Monday. With this in mind the students were given one last class to work on it. No more class time will be given so if you are not completed this assignment, make sure to set time aside between now and Monday to complete.
Period Two: History 20
We quickly reviewed the theatres of war that existed during World War I. We then discussed what the terms 'total war' and 'attrition' meant, and how they were related to the events of World War I. This led into a handout that discussed these ideas, along with providing a little more information about the trenches to the students. This handout entitled "Total War and Attrition" can be found at mrhmorin.wikispaces.com, or by clicking on the assignment link in the top left hand corner. We also looked at two of three diagrams of the trenches, one of how the trenches were set up to allow for "No Man's Land' in between them, and the second was on overhead view of the first two lines of a trench; those being the front line, and support line.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
We kept busy as the students worked towards completing several things; all of which are due tomorrow. They are in order:
a) Personal Anecdote
b) Language Power -- Lessons 14, 15, 16
c) Read short story entitled "Borders" on p. 46 of Crossroads.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to both the Grade 9 and Grade 7/8 Girls Volleyball teams on their victories over Preeceville yesterday.
Sign up for Intramural Volleyball in Henderson's Corner if you are interested.
Magazine sales continue; next collection day is Tuesday, October 19th
Have a great afternoon and evening,
Mr. Morin
The research assignments are due on Monday. With this in mind the students were given one last class to work on it. No more class time will be given so if you are not completed this assignment, make sure to set time aside between now and Monday to complete.
Period Two: History 20
We quickly reviewed the theatres of war that existed during World War I. We then discussed what the terms 'total war' and 'attrition' meant, and how they were related to the events of World War I. This led into a handout that discussed these ideas, along with providing a little more information about the trenches to the students. This handout entitled "Total War and Attrition" can be found at mrhmorin.wikispaces.com, or by clicking on the assignment link in the top left hand corner. We also looked at two of three diagrams of the trenches, one of how the trenches were set up to allow for "No Man's Land' in between them, and the second was on overhead view of the first two lines of a trench; those being the front line, and support line.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
We kept busy as the students worked towards completing several things; all of which are due tomorrow. They are in order:
a) Personal Anecdote
b) Language Power -- Lessons 14, 15, 16
c) Read short story entitled "Borders" on p. 46 of Crossroads.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to both the Grade 9 and Grade 7/8 Girls Volleyball teams on their victories over Preeceville yesterday.
Sign up for Intramural Volleyball in Henderson's Corner if you are interested.
Magazine sales continue; next collection day is Tuesday, October 19th
Have a great afternoon and evening,
Mr. Morin
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Wednesday, October 13th -- Day Five
Period One: History 20
After a Current Events discussion, we reviewed the idea of the Allied Naval Blockade and then discussed the ways in which these activities impacted Germany at the time. We then took a look at the theatre's of war from World War I, those being the Western Front, Eastern Front, Italian Front and Gallipoli. The War at Sea was another theatre but this will be looked at more closely in the weeks to come.
Period Two: ELA 9
We started with some silent reading. Assignments were then collected based on yesterday's reading of the short story "The Jade Peony". A surprising number of students did not complete the assignment as it was given. It is imperative to keep up with the remainder of class as falling behind will only hurt the individual student. Students were asked to read Robery Fulghum's anecdote "The Mystery of Mysteries" for Period Seven.
Period Three: History 30
We reviewed the timeline that was to be completed for today that looked at important events starting with the Seven Years' War and ending with the War of 1812. The idea of responsible and representative governments was discussed that focused on the idea of more people lead to more worldviews, and greater tension and competition for power which allowed their voice to be heard. Today's handout entitled "Reformers and Oligarchies" can be found at mrhmorin.wikispaces.com, or by clicking on the assignment link in the top left hand corner.
Period Five: Math 7
The assignment from last class, P.29 Mid Unit Review was collected. We then looked at the use of graphing as a means of explaining and determining further information. A couple of examples were done as a class at which point Pg. 33/34 #'s 1 - 7 were assigned.
Period Six: ELA 10
Realizing we need to start making greater headway in terms of completing the novel "The Chrysalids" students were given the period to read ahead with no set limit as to how far they could or needed to read.
Period Seven: ELA 9
Following some silent reading we reviewed Fulghum's anecdote from this morning not so much for content, but rather they style in which it was written. Students were then asked to complete an anecdote of their own which is based on an experience from their life that has helped to shape them into the person they are today.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Junior Girls Volleyball teams, both Grades 7 & 8 as well as Grade 9 teams who were victorious in Preeceville yesterday. The same teams will battle today after school here in Norquay.
Sign up for Intramural Volleyball is posted in Henderson's Corner
Drama Auditions start today.
Today was the first collection day for Magazine Sales. Thanks to all who sold or bought over the weekend. An extra special salute to Miss Grey's Grade Two room who brought in nearly $1500.00 alone this morning.
Reminder that tomorrow is Early Dismissal.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
After a Current Events discussion, we reviewed the idea of the Allied Naval Blockade and then discussed the ways in which these activities impacted Germany at the time. We then took a look at the theatre's of war from World War I, those being the Western Front, Eastern Front, Italian Front and Gallipoli. The War at Sea was another theatre but this will be looked at more closely in the weeks to come.
Period Two: ELA 9
We started with some silent reading. Assignments were then collected based on yesterday's reading of the short story "The Jade Peony". A surprising number of students did not complete the assignment as it was given. It is imperative to keep up with the remainder of class as falling behind will only hurt the individual student. Students were asked to read Robery Fulghum's anecdote "The Mystery of Mysteries" for Period Seven.
Period Three: History 30
We reviewed the timeline that was to be completed for today that looked at important events starting with the Seven Years' War and ending with the War of 1812. The idea of responsible and representative governments was discussed that focused on the idea of more people lead to more worldviews, and greater tension and competition for power which allowed their voice to be heard. Today's handout entitled "Reformers and Oligarchies" can be found at mrhmorin.wikispaces.com, or by clicking on the assignment link in the top left hand corner.
Period Five: Math 7
The assignment from last class, P.29 Mid Unit Review was collected. We then looked at the use of graphing as a means of explaining and determining further information. A couple of examples were done as a class at which point Pg. 33/34 #'s 1 - 7 were assigned.
Period Six: ELA 10
Realizing we need to start making greater headway in terms of completing the novel "The Chrysalids" students were given the period to read ahead with no set limit as to how far they could or needed to read.
Period Seven: ELA 9
Following some silent reading we reviewed Fulghum's anecdote from this morning not so much for content, but rather they style in which it was written. Students were then asked to complete an anecdote of their own which is based on an experience from their life that has helped to shape them into the person they are today.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Junior Girls Volleyball teams, both Grades 7 & 8 as well as Grade 9 teams who were victorious in Preeceville yesterday. The same teams will battle today after school here in Norquay.
Sign up for Intramural Volleyball is posted in Henderson's Corner
Drama Auditions start today.
Today was the first collection day for Magazine Sales. Thanks to all who sold or bought over the weekend. An extra special salute to Miss Grey's Grade Two room who brought in nearly $1500.00 alone this morning.
Reminder that tomorrow is Early Dismissal.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Tuesday, October 12th -- Day Six
A good weekend of turkey offset by a horrible weekend of Rider football...Anyway, on to important matters....
Period One/Two: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we talked about the premise of the novel, "The Chrysalids", that being the notion of the world coming to an end following a nuclear war. This led to the reading of a short story that alse uses this premise as the background information. Students were to read the story and complete the assignment that went with it. They were also to read up to the end of Chapter Seven in "The Chrysalids"
Period Three: ELA 9
Following some silent reading we moved on to collect the "I Am...." poems. Some are still outstanding and should be handed in ASAP. We then assigned reading of the short story "The Jade Peony" out of the Crossroads anthology. Students are to read the story as well as complete questions/activites 1 and 2 on P. 21.
Period Four: ELA 20
We started by collecting the acitvities associated with Tennessee William's essay "The Catastrophe of Success". Students were then given time to read Chapters 9 & 10 of "To Kill a Mockingbird" for tomorrow. If done they were allowed time to work on their autobiography assignment.
Period Five: History 20
Following a brief Current Events discussion, we moved on and allowed the students some time to work on their journal entry on life in the trenches. This is due for tomorrow for those who did not hand it in already. We then reviewed the concept of 'The Race to the Sea" and its impact on Europe. We wrapped up the class by looking at Christmas, 1914 and the Allied Naval Blockade. Students were asked to think, and write the manner in which they believe Germany would have been effected by the Blockade.
Period Six: ELA 10
This was the once in a cycle period for homework, reading, catching up, etc.
Period Seven: History 30
Current Events discussion kicked off the class. We then looked at and discussed the assignment based on The Constitutional Act of 1791. Students were then asked to make a timeline of important events and acts starting with the Seven Years' War and moving up to the Constitutional Act. They are to discuss the how and why these acts came to be, their impact on British North American society as well as the manner in which it has impacted Canada up to the present. A few minutes will be allotted to finish this tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Good Luck to the Junior Volleyball teams who are off to Preeceville after school. Preeceville will be here tomorrow.
Sign up sheets for Intramural Volleyball are now available in Henderson's Corner.
Tomorrow is the first magazine collection day. Remember you can earn double the points tomorrow to a maximum of ten which means if you bring in eight subscriptions tomorrow you will recieve credit for sixteen.
Drama auditions are quickly approaching. See the sheet outside Mr. Chorneyko's shop for more information.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Period One/Two: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we talked about the premise of the novel, "The Chrysalids", that being the notion of the world coming to an end following a nuclear war. This led to the reading of a short story that alse uses this premise as the background information. Students were to read the story and complete the assignment that went with it. They were also to read up to the end of Chapter Seven in "The Chrysalids"
Period Three: ELA 9
Following some silent reading we moved on to collect the "I Am...." poems. Some are still outstanding and should be handed in ASAP. We then assigned reading of the short story "The Jade Peony" out of the Crossroads anthology. Students are to read the story as well as complete questions/activites 1 and 2 on P. 21.
Period Four: ELA 20
We started by collecting the acitvities associated with Tennessee William's essay "The Catastrophe of Success". Students were then given time to read Chapters 9 & 10 of "To Kill a Mockingbird" for tomorrow. If done they were allowed time to work on their autobiography assignment.
Period Five: History 20
Following a brief Current Events discussion, we moved on and allowed the students some time to work on their journal entry on life in the trenches. This is due for tomorrow for those who did not hand it in already. We then reviewed the concept of 'The Race to the Sea" and its impact on Europe. We wrapped up the class by looking at Christmas, 1914 and the Allied Naval Blockade. Students were asked to think, and write the manner in which they believe Germany would have been effected by the Blockade.
Period Six: ELA 10
This was the once in a cycle period for homework, reading, catching up, etc.
Period Seven: History 30
Current Events discussion kicked off the class. We then looked at and discussed the assignment based on The Constitutional Act of 1791. Students were then asked to make a timeline of important events and acts starting with the Seven Years' War and moving up to the Constitutional Act. They are to discuss the how and why these acts came to be, their impact on British North American society as well as the manner in which it has impacted Canada up to the present. A few minutes will be allotted to finish this tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Good Luck to the Junior Volleyball teams who are off to Preeceville after school. Preeceville will be here tomorrow.
Sign up sheets for Intramural Volleyball are now available in Henderson's Corner.
Tomorrow is the first magazine collection day. Remember you can earn double the points tomorrow to a maximum of ten which means if you bring in eight subscriptions tomorrow you will recieve credit for sixteen.
Drama auditions are quickly approaching. See the sheet outside Mr. Chorneyko's shop for more information.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Friday, October 8, 2010
Friday, October 8th -- Day Five
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students were given the remaider of the period to work on their "I Am....." poems. These are to be completed and handed in Tuesday.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
Students were to have read Tennessee William's essay "The Catastrophe of Success". They used their understanding of this essay to answer the following questions in paragraph form: What were Williams problems/issues with success?
Do you believe you would have similar issues with success? Explain.
Period Four: History 30
While students finished an assignment on The Constitutional Act, we started to watch Episode #5 of Canada: A People's History entitled "A Question of Loyalites" which talks about the American Revolution and the Loyalists. The assignment is due for next class.
Period Five: Math 7
As a group we corrected P. 27/28. Students were then assigned the Mid - Unit Review on P. 29. This is due for Wednesday.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading we looked at two writing pieces to determine where a new paragraph should be started. This was a follow up to a previous assignment in which the proper use of paragraphs was not evident. We then went to the library to work on our research assignments. No date is set for this assignment as of yet.
Period Seven: Math 7
The students were given the period to work on Mid - Unit Review on P. 29.
OTHER NEWS:
Magazine sales will start this weekend..let's work together to meet our goal of $14, 000. The money raised through this fundraiser goes a long way in helping to provide the students with opportunities and experiences throughout the year.
The Trip Club is now selling Hockey Pools. They are available for $10/team or 3/$20. If you are interested see a member of the trip club. Some great prizes have been donated; thanks to Hudye Soil Services, Viterra and Norquay Co - op.
Cheer for the Riders, and enjoy the turkey and pumpkin pie.
Have a great long weekend and see you on Tuesday,
Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, students were given the remaider of the period to work on their "I Am....." poems. These are to be completed and handed in Tuesday.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
Students were to have read Tennessee William's essay "The Catastrophe of Success". They used their understanding of this essay to answer the following questions in paragraph form: What were Williams problems/issues with success?
Do you believe you would have similar issues with success? Explain.
Period Four: History 30
While students finished an assignment on The Constitutional Act, we started to watch Episode #5 of Canada: A People's History entitled "A Question of Loyalites" which talks about the American Revolution and the Loyalists. The assignment is due for next class.
Period Five: Math 7
As a group we corrected P. 27/28. Students were then assigned the Mid - Unit Review on P. 29. This is due for Wednesday.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading we looked at two writing pieces to determine where a new paragraph should be started. This was a follow up to a previous assignment in which the proper use of paragraphs was not evident. We then went to the library to work on our research assignments. No date is set for this assignment as of yet.
Period Seven: Math 7
The students were given the period to work on Mid - Unit Review on P. 29.
OTHER NEWS:
Magazine sales will start this weekend..let's work together to meet our goal of $14, 000. The money raised through this fundraiser goes a long way in helping to provide the students with opportunities and experiences throughout the year.
The Trip Club is now selling Hockey Pools. They are available for $10/team or 3/$20. If you are interested see a member of the trip club. Some great prizes have been donated; thanks to Hudye Soil Services, Viterra and Norquay Co - op.
Cheer for the Riders, and enjoy the turkey and pumpkin pie.
Have a great long weekend and see you on Tuesday,
Mr. Morin
NEW!!!
I have added a link to the blog. It can be found in the upper left hand corner and it titled "Handout Wiki". Clicking on this link will take you to my 'wiki' which is basically a site where I am able to post handouts that have been distributed in class. Should you be absent, all you need to do is access this site and open the necessary handouts.
OTHER NEWS:
A very strong showing by the Cross Country team yesterday at Districts in Melville. Congratulaitons to all runners on a great season. Best of luck to Tyrell Newcombe and Edward Altman who both qualified for Provincials which will take place next Saturday in Regina.
OTHER NEWS:
A very strong showing by the Cross Country team yesterday at Districts in Melville. Congratulaitons to all runners on a great season. Best of luck to Tyrell Newcombe and Edward Altman who both qualified for Provincials which will take place next Saturday in Regina.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Thursday, October 7th -- Day Four
Period One: History 30
After a very uneventful Current Events discussion, we moved on to a discussion and review of the Quebec Act. We then had an oral quiz on the Loyalitsts which was followed by introduction adn discussion on The Constitutional Act of 1791. A small assignment was included on the Constitutional Act but some time will be given to complete this tomorrow.
Peroid Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students were given class time to work on their "I Am...." poem. They should all be near or close to the publishing stage. This poem will be due on Tuesday, October 12th.
Period Three: ELA 20
The day started with a discussion on the students ideas/beliefs on the topic of success and how it is achieved/ This led to the reading of Tennessee Williams' essay "The Catastrophe of Success". Students were asked to read this for tomorrow which will lead to a discussion of his thoughts/opinions on this matter.
Period Four: History 20
A review of last days content, the loss of mobility and the onset of stalemate was discussed. This led to further discussion and introduction on the 'race to the sea' which led to a series of trenches stretching from the English Channel to the Swiss border. Students were then shown a series of images of life in the trenches and asked to think about what this life might be like. They were to express their opinoins/beliefs in a journal format as if they are a soldier in the trenches along the Western Front in 1914. This is not due for tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
Students were given more time to complete the assignment from yesterday. This assignment will be due tomorrow. Any students requiring additional help with Math, I will be available for tutoring tomorrow at 12:30.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was our once a cycle work/read/catch up period.
Period Seven: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we moved on to a discussion of the events and occurences of Chapter Five of "The Chrysalids". The chapter ends with David being very angry, upset and frustrated. Students were asked to take the persona of David and write a journal entry which discusses these feeling and the reason(s) he is experiencing them. This is not due tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Job well done by our Junior Volleyball teams. Both the Junior Boys and Girls represented our school well in Sturgis, while our Grade Six team hosted Sturgis.
The Cross Country team is in Melville today for districts. Results will be available on this blog tomorrow.
Magazine sales information went out today. There are a lot of great prizes and incentives this year as we seek to sell $14, 000 worth of magazines.
The Grade Twelve's continue to sell Mom's Pantry as a Grad fundraiser. Time is running out so if you are interested, see a Grade Twelve student.
Lastly, I don't want to see any sad, long faces tomorrow amongst our Calgary Flames fans. They are going to lose to Edmonton all year long so rather than be saddened by this event, get used to it...
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
After a very uneventful Current Events discussion, we moved on to a discussion and review of the Quebec Act. We then had an oral quiz on the Loyalitsts which was followed by introduction adn discussion on The Constitutional Act of 1791. A small assignment was included on the Constitutional Act but some time will be given to complete this tomorrow.
Peroid Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students were given class time to work on their "I Am...." poem. They should all be near or close to the publishing stage. This poem will be due on Tuesday, October 12th.
Period Three: ELA 20
The day started with a discussion on the students ideas/beliefs on the topic of success and how it is achieved/ This led to the reading of Tennessee Williams' essay "The Catastrophe of Success". Students were asked to read this for tomorrow which will lead to a discussion of his thoughts/opinions on this matter.
Period Four: History 20
A review of last days content, the loss of mobility and the onset of stalemate was discussed. This led to further discussion and introduction on the 'race to the sea' which led to a series of trenches stretching from the English Channel to the Swiss border. Students were then shown a series of images of life in the trenches and asked to think about what this life might be like. They were to express their opinoins/beliefs in a journal format as if they are a soldier in the trenches along the Western Front in 1914. This is not due for tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
Students were given more time to complete the assignment from yesterday. This assignment will be due tomorrow. Any students requiring additional help with Math, I will be available for tutoring tomorrow at 12:30.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was our once a cycle work/read/catch up period.
Period Seven: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we moved on to a discussion of the events and occurences of Chapter Five of "The Chrysalids". The chapter ends with David being very angry, upset and frustrated. Students were asked to take the persona of David and write a journal entry which discusses these feeling and the reason(s) he is experiencing them. This is not due tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Job well done by our Junior Volleyball teams. Both the Junior Boys and Girls represented our school well in Sturgis, while our Grade Six team hosted Sturgis.
The Cross Country team is in Melville today for districts. Results will be available on this blog tomorrow.
Magazine sales information went out today. There are a lot of great prizes and incentives this year as we seek to sell $14, 000 worth of magazines.
The Grade Twelve's continue to sell Mom's Pantry as a Grad fundraiser. Time is running out so if you are interested, see a Grade Twelve student.
Lastly, I don't want to see any sad, long faces tomorrow amongst our Calgary Flames fans. They are going to lose to Edmonton all year long so rather than be saddened by this event, get used to it...
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Wednesday, October 6th -- Day Three
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we corrected the Language Power lessons that were assigned yesterday. With the remainder of time left in class students were asked to complete the rought drafts of their "I Am...." poem. The draft is due for tomorrow so we can start working our way towards the publishing stage.
Period Three: ELA 20
Students and I discussed the questions that were given based on Chapter's Seven & Eight of "To Kill a Mockingbird". The extensions were then collected. Students were asked to take some time to think of attributes, characteristics and behaviours they think make up a good father. Once they were given some time to brainstrom on their own, we shared our ideas as a class to create a large scale concept web. From here we discussed Atticus Finch as a father. We were all in agreement that he has a differning father style, but does this make him a bad father??? More to come in this area as we work our way through the novel.
Period Four: ELA 10
Things were planned but with school pictures taking place today, it seemed that either I or the class was out of the room so they were asked to read while they were here.
Period Five: History 20
Similar to Period Four, School Pictures conflicted with getting a whole lot accomplished so today's plan will carry over to tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading, the legends the students wrote in seeking to explain the story behind the Monkey's Paw. The biggest issue jumping out was that several wrote the legend in one paragraph. As such, we reviewed the concept of a paragraph and were given two compositions to read, each of which appears as if it is one paragraph but there are clearly more. Students were asked to review these compositions and determine where the new paragraph should start. This assignment is due for tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
We reviewed part of the assignment from Monday which I neglected to take the time to cover at that time. This should have been done then. We then added # 3, 4, & 5 of P. 28 to go along with the #1 & 2 that was due for today. Extra Math help will be available on Friday @ 12:30.
OTHER NEWS
Good Luck to the Junior Volleyball teams, both boys and girls who are travelling to Preeceville today. Also good luck to the Grade 4 - 6 Volleyball team who will be hosting Sturgis after school.
Good Luck to all Cross - Country Runners who are travelling to Melville tomorrow for Districts. Those students from Grades 9 - 12 will be running for a spot in the Provincial Meet next weekend in Regina.
Have a good night,
Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, we corrected the Language Power lessons that were assigned yesterday. With the remainder of time left in class students were asked to complete the rought drafts of their "I Am...." poem. The draft is due for tomorrow so we can start working our way towards the publishing stage.
Period Three: ELA 20
Students and I discussed the questions that were given based on Chapter's Seven & Eight of "To Kill a Mockingbird". The extensions were then collected. Students were asked to take some time to think of attributes, characteristics and behaviours they think make up a good father. Once they were given some time to brainstrom on their own, we shared our ideas as a class to create a large scale concept web. From here we discussed Atticus Finch as a father. We were all in agreement that he has a differning father style, but does this make him a bad father??? More to come in this area as we work our way through the novel.
Period Four: ELA 10
Things were planned but with school pictures taking place today, it seemed that either I or the class was out of the room so they were asked to read while they were here.
Period Five: History 20
Similar to Period Four, School Pictures conflicted with getting a whole lot accomplished so today's plan will carry over to tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading, the legends the students wrote in seeking to explain the story behind the Monkey's Paw. The biggest issue jumping out was that several wrote the legend in one paragraph. As such, we reviewed the concept of a paragraph and were given two compositions to read, each of which appears as if it is one paragraph but there are clearly more. Students were asked to review these compositions and determine where the new paragraph should start. This assignment is due for tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
We reviewed part of the assignment from Monday which I neglected to take the time to cover at that time. This should have been done then. We then added # 3, 4, & 5 of P. 28 to go along with the #1 & 2 that was due for today. Extra Math help will be available on Friday @ 12:30.
OTHER NEWS
Good Luck to the Junior Volleyball teams, both boys and girls who are travelling to Preeceville today. Also good luck to the Grade 4 - 6 Volleyball team who will be hosting Sturgis after school.
Good Luck to all Cross - Country Runners who are travelling to Melville tomorrow for Districts. Those students from Grades 9 - 12 will be running for a spot in the Provincial Meet next weekend in Regina.
Have a good night,
Mr. Morin
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Tuesday, October 5th -- Day Two
Period One: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we talked further about the research assignment and how to properly research. Stressed was the fact that a research paper is not copying and pasting directly from a website, and it was also not done straight from the research stage to the published stage. A rough draft is required. As such, students were informed that prior to any typing of the good copy, a suitable rough draft needs to be done. From there we discussed the questions and activities related to Chapters Three & Four of 'The Chrysalids'. Chapter Five of the novel must be read for tomorrow.
Period Two: History 20
We started with a quick review of both the Schlieffen Plan and the French Counter Plan. What did each involve, how did these plans work out? Why? We then reviewed as a class the factors that all helped to contribute to the failure of the Schlieffen Plan. A handout was then discussed on the ending of mobility and the beginning of stalement on the Western Front. This handout included eight questions that are due for tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
We started by concluding the CAT - 4 Exam. Students were then assigned Lessons #11, 12 and 13 of Language Power. These lessons are to be due for tomorrow. Secondly the concept of an "I Am...." poem was introduced. When they completed the Language Power they were to start drafting their poem which needs to be no less than twenty lines in length. The Langauge Power is due tomorrow, the poem is not.
Period Five: ELA 20
The questions were discussed in relation to the short story "The Rink". The extension activites based on this story were then collected. As Chapters Seven & Eight of "To Kill a Mockingbird" were to be read for today, questions and activities based on these chapters were assigned for tomorrow.
Period Six: History 30
Work Period
Period Seven: ELA 20
Work Period.
OTHER NEWS
The Superbowl of the Norquay Flag Football League was played today, and in a very close game the Selects defeated the Special K's 16 - 14 to earn bragging rights.
Congratulations to the Junior Girls Volleyball teams who participated very well yesterday in Kamsack. Tomorrow both Junior Boys and Girls teams will travel to Preeceville.
Watch this week for Information and packages for Magazine Sales to come home. Further information as to incentives will be provided in the days to come.
Reminder to comb your hair and iron that favorite shirt because tomorrow is Picture Day.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, we talked further about the research assignment and how to properly research. Stressed was the fact that a research paper is not copying and pasting directly from a website, and it was also not done straight from the research stage to the published stage. A rough draft is required. As such, students were informed that prior to any typing of the good copy, a suitable rough draft needs to be done. From there we discussed the questions and activities related to Chapters Three & Four of 'The Chrysalids'. Chapter Five of the novel must be read for tomorrow.
Period Two: History 20
We started with a quick review of both the Schlieffen Plan and the French Counter Plan. What did each involve, how did these plans work out? Why? We then reviewed as a class the factors that all helped to contribute to the failure of the Schlieffen Plan. A handout was then discussed on the ending of mobility and the beginning of stalement on the Western Front. This handout included eight questions that are due for tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
We started by concluding the CAT - 4 Exam. Students were then assigned Lessons #11, 12 and 13 of Language Power. These lessons are to be due for tomorrow. Secondly the concept of an "I Am...." poem was introduced. When they completed the Language Power they were to start drafting their poem which needs to be no less than twenty lines in length. The Langauge Power is due tomorrow, the poem is not.
Period Five: ELA 20
The questions were discussed in relation to the short story "The Rink". The extension activites based on this story were then collected. As Chapters Seven & Eight of "To Kill a Mockingbird" were to be read for today, questions and activities based on these chapters were assigned for tomorrow.
Period Six: History 30
Work Period
Period Seven: ELA 20
Work Period.
OTHER NEWS
The Superbowl of the Norquay Flag Football League was played today, and in a very close game the Selects defeated the Special K's 16 - 14 to earn bragging rights.
Congratulations to the Junior Girls Volleyball teams who participated very well yesterday in Kamsack. Tomorrow both Junior Boys and Girls teams will travel to Preeceville.
Watch this week for Information and packages for Magazine Sales to come home. Further information as to incentives will be provided in the days to come.
Reminder to comb your hair and iron that favorite shirt because tomorrow is Picture Day.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Monday, October 4, 2010
Monday, October 4th -- Day One
Another Monday, another celebrated win by the Green and White over the weekend.
Period One: History 20
We started with a Current Events discussion. Following that we reviewed the "Schlieffen Plan" and discussed any problems that the students see with this plan and its goals. We then looked at the French Plan for the early days of World War I, and using this knowledge had a small discussion as to who's plan is more likely to be succesful and why. We then looked at a handout which discussed reasons why the Schlieffen Plan was not succesful in the end. For tomorrow students are to identify the four greatest factors that attributed to the failure of the Schlieffen Plan.
Period Two: ELA 9
We started the final section of the CAT - 4 exam; Mathematics.
Period Three: History 30
After a Current Events discusion we looked at some questions based on the issues that helped lead to the American Revolution. The assignment based on the Quebec Act was not completed by all so it was decided that this MUST be done for tomorrow so we can discuss it and move on. We ended the day by looking at the end of the American Revolution and the actions of the Loyalists as they effected present day Canada.
Period Five: Math 7
The assignment from last class was collected. We then moved on looking at charts and the use of simple algebra to complete these charts. After some examples were completed as a class, Pg. 27, #1 a,b,c and #2 a, b, c were assigned for next class which is Wednesday.
Period Six: ELA 10
After a few minutes of reading, we went to the library to research for our research assignments.
Period Seven: ELA 9
We completed the final section of the CAT - 4 exam. Once it was done, most of the girls had left for Volleyball so the remainder of the period was a reading/homework period.
OTHER NEWS
Congratulations to both the Junior Boys and Girls Volleyball teams who participated in a tournament in Sturgis. Both the girls and boys found themselves in the final of the tournament, each earning second place. Great Job!
Congratulations to James Cherewyk and his Preeceville Panther teammates who defeated Watson 36 - 12 on Friday. Next action for James and the Panthers is Friday at Canora.
A big round of applause is necessary for all those who receieved pledges for the Terry Fox walk last week. Not including the total brought in by the Penny Wars, Norquay School (mostly the elementary students) collected over $1, 900. Super Effort.
The 'Superbowl' of the Norquay Flag Football League goes tomorrow at noon as the Selects take on the Special K's. The last time these two met they battled to a draw which should make for a great final.
Good luck to the Junior Girls Volleyball team who is off to K.C.I. after school today.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Period One: History 20
We started with a Current Events discussion. Following that we reviewed the "Schlieffen Plan" and discussed any problems that the students see with this plan and its goals. We then looked at the French Plan for the early days of World War I, and using this knowledge had a small discussion as to who's plan is more likely to be succesful and why. We then looked at a handout which discussed reasons why the Schlieffen Plan was not succesful in the end. For tomorrow students are to identify the four greatest factors that attributed to the failure of the Schlieffen Plan.
Period Two: ELA 9
We started the final section of the CAT - 4 exam; Mathematics.
Period Three: History 30
After a Current Events discusion we looked at some questions based on the issues that helped lead to the American Revolution. The assignment based on the Quebec Act was not completed by all so it was decided that this MUST be done for tomorrow so we can discuss it and move on. We ended the day by looking at the end of the American Revolution and the actions of the Loyalists as they effected present day Canada.
Period Five: Math 7
The assignment from last class was collected. We then moved on looking at charts and the use of simple algebra to complete these charts. After some examples were completed as a class, Pg. 27, #1 a,b,c and #2 a, b, c were assigned for next class which is Wednesday.
Period Six: ELA 10
After a few minutes of reading, we went to the library to research for our research assignments.
Period Seven: ELA 9
We completed the final section of the CAT - 4 exam. Once it was done, most of the girls had left for Volleyball so the remainder of the period was a reading/homework period.
OTHER NEWS
Congratulations to both the Junior Boys and Girls Volleyball teams who participated in a tournament in Sturgis. Both the girls and boys found themselves in the final of the tournament, each earning second place. Great Job!
Congratulations to James Cherewyk and his Preeceville Panther teammates who defeated Watson 36 - 12 on Friday. Next action for James and the Panthers is Friday at Canora.
A big round of applause is necessary for all those who receieved pledges for the Terry Fox walk last week. Not including the total brought in by the Penny Wars, Norquay School (mostly the elementary students) collected over $1, 900. Super Effort.
The 'Superbowl' of the Norquay Flag Football League goes tomorrow at noon as the Selects take on the Special K's. The last time these two met they battled to a draw which should make for a great final.
Good luck to the Junior Girls Volleyball team who is off to K.C.I. after school today.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Thursday, September 30th -- Day Five
I know it's hard to believe but one month of the school year has come and gone. I guess the old adage is true.....'time does fly when you are havin' fun'.
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we look at the correct use of some words that are often misused such as too, to, two, there, their and they're. After this, we moved on to think about different ways that each and every human being is different from one another. After five minutes of individually thinking on this topic, we opened it up to a class discussion which saw us come up with a number of great ideas. This will make more sense in our next ELA class.
Period Two: ELA 20
We collected the extension activity based on Chapter Six of `To Kill a Mockingbird` which was a letter to Boo Radley trying to coax him out of the house. We were planning to discuss the short story `The Rink`which was assigned yesterday but we never quite got to it.
Period Three/Four: Terry Fox Activities for Grade Seven to Twelve students. See more below.
Period Five: Math 7
We went over the questions assigned yesterday as a class. This took longer than expected so the assignment was not given out until 1:55. The assignment (due for Monday) is Pages 23/24, #'s 1, 2, 3 4, 6, 7, 8, & 9
Period Six: ELA 10
The period was given to make sure we are all at the same point in the novel. Those who have already reached this point (the end of Chapter Five) were to read quietly or work on other homework.
Period Seven: Math 7
The period was given to work on the assignment that was given in Period Five. This appears to be a concept that is really quite tough to grasp early. As such, any student interested in extra help, I have set up a study/tutor period for Monday at noon. Do not hesitate to come if you would like some extra help.
OTHER NEWS:
Today was the 30th Annual Terry Fox Run. Our High School students took part in some relays and games this morning as organized by the SRC. A huge thanks goes out to our SRC Executive; Allyson Grywacheski, Andria Grywacheski, Jamie Newberg and Sydney Sanders who did a tremendous job of planning a fun event for those who chose to participate. The elementary children did their walk this afternoon and enjoyed freezies and a drink upon their return. Thanks to the girls who helped with the face painting at noon; Allyson, Bailey, Kaylyn, Jamie, Andria, Sydney, Danika...anyone I missed, I am sorry but thanks.
A good day of volleyball took place yesterday after school The Grade 7/8 Girls were defeated in a close match by Sturgis. The Grade Nine girls got some revenge as they were able to defeat Sturgis while the Junior Boys were defeated in a very close match. Good Job by all teams.
I will be out of the building for the most part of tomorrow. I will try to post news and events at some point but I make no promises.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we look at the correct use of some words that are often misused such as too, to, two, there, their and they're. After this, we moved on to think about different ways that each and every human being is different from one another. After five minutes of individually thinking on this topic, we opened it up to a class discussion which saw us come up with a number of great ideas. This will make more sense in our next ELA class.
Period Two: ELA 20
We collected the extension activity based on Chapter Six of `To Kill a Mockingbird` which was a letter to Boo Radley trying to coax him out of the house. We were planning to discuss the short story `The Rink`which was assigned yesterday but we never quite got to it.
Period Three/Four: Terry Fox Activities for Grade Seven to Twelve students. See more below.
Period Five: Math 7
We went over the questions assigned yesterday as a class. This took longer than expected so the assignment was not given out until 1:55. The assignment (due for Monday) is Pages 23/24, #'s 1, 2, 3 4, 6, 7, 8, & 9
Period Six: ELA 10
The period was given to make sure we are all at the same point in the novel. Those who have already reached this point (the end of Chapter Five) were to read quietly or work on other homework.
Period Seven: Math 7
The period was given to work on the assignment that was given in Period Five. This appears to be a concept that is really quite tough to grasp early. As such, any student interested in extra help, I have set up a study/tutor period for Monday at noon. Do not hesitate to come if you would like some extra help.
OTHER NEWS:
Today was the 30th Annual Terry Fox Run. Our High School students took part in some relays and games this morning as organized by the SRC. A huge thanks goes out to our SRC Executive; Allyson Grywacheski, Andria Grywacheski, Jamie Newberg and Sydney Sanders who did a tremendous job of planning a fun event for those who chose to participate. The elementary children did their walk this afternoon and enjoyed freezies and a drink upon their return. Thanks to the girls who helped with the face painting at noon; Allyson, Bailey, Kaylyn, Jamie, Andria, Sydney, Danika...anyone I missed, I am sorry but thanks.
A good day of volleyball took place yesterday after school The Grade 7/8 Girls were defeated in a close match by Sturgis. The Grade Nine girls got some revenge as they were able to defeat Sturgis while the Junior Boys were defeated in a very close match. Good Job by all teams.
I will be out of the building for the most part of tomorrow. I will try to post news and events at some point but I make no promises.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Wednesday, September 29th -- Day Four
Period One: History 30
After a very short Current Events discussion, the assignments from yesterday were collected and discussed. The discussion rotated on the pro's and con's of policies of assimilation and accomodation towards the French. A handout was then given which discussed some issues that brought about tension and hostility within North America. Some questions were assigned in conjunction with this handout. They are due tomorrow. We will also look at the events that brought about a need for change in the British policies as they related to French Canadians in the 1770's.
Period Two: ELA 9
The end is near....Spelling section of CAT - 4 exam was done today. Something different on the agenda for tomorrow as we will not be returning to the CAT - 4 exam until Day Two when we have time to complete the one hour Math section.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
The questions based on Chapters Five & Six of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' were discussed as a class. Time was then given to work on the extension activity that was based on these chapters.
At the beginning of Period Four, a discussion on 'first impressions' was had. Students need to be more actively involved in future discussions. Students were then asked to read R.P. McIntyre's short story "The Rink". The story and corresponding assignment are due for tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
The homework assignment from yesterday was corrected as a class. A few more examples were done on the board as a refresher. Students were then assigned the following for tomorrow:
Pages 18 & 19 - - Questions # 4, 9 and 10 as well as The Explore and Example on Pages 20 & 21.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was our once a six day cycle work/read/homework/catch up class.
Period Seven: ELA 10
After a few minutes of silent reading, the questions and extension activity for "The Chrysalids". Students were then assigned Chapters 3 & 4 for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Senior Girls Volleyball team who defeated both K.C.I and Sturgis yesterday after school.
Good Luck to Junior Volleyball teams who will host Sturgis after school.
The final is set for the Norquay Flag Football League. In yesterday's semi - final, the Selects defeated the Nukem's 26 - 8 to earn a shot at the title. The final will be played next week as teh Selects tackle the Special K's.
Drama pre - auditions are today after school. See Mr. Chorneyko for more information.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
After a very short Current Events discussion, the assignments from yesterday were collected and discussed. The discussion rotated on the pro's and con's of policies of assimilation and accomodation towards the French. A handout was then given which discussed some issues that brought about tension and hostility within North America. Some questions were assigned in conjunction with this handout. They are due tomorrow. We will also look at the events that brought about a need for change in the British policies as they related to French Canadians in the 1770's.
Period Two: ELA 9
The end is near....Spelling section of CAT - 4 exam was done today. Something different on the agenda for tomorrow as we will not be returning to the CAT - 4 exam until Day Two when we have time to complete the one hour Math section.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
The questions based on Chapters Five & Six of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' were discussed as a class. Time was then given to work on the extension activity that was based on these chapters.
At the beginning of Period Four, a discussion on 'first impressions' was had. Students need to be more actively involved in future discussions. Students were then asked to read R.P. McIntyre's short story "The Rink". The story and corresponding assignment are due for tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
The homework assignment from yesterday was corrected as a class. A few more examples were done on the board as a refresher. Students were then assigned the following for tomorrow:
Pages 18 & 19 - - Questions # 4, 9 and 10 as well as The Explore and Example on Pages 20 & 21.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was our once a six day cycle work/read/homework/catch up class.
Period Seven: ELA 10
After a few minutes of silent reading, the questions and extension activity for "The Chrysalids". Students were then assigned Chapters 3 & 4 for tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Senior Girls Volleyball team who defeated both K.C.I and Sturgis yesterday after school.
Good Luck to Junior Volleyball teams who will host Sturgis after school.
The final is set for the Norquay Flag Football League. In yesterday's semi - final, the Selects defeated the Nukem's 26 - 8 to earn a shot at the title. The final will be played next week as teh Selects tackle the Special K's.
Drama pre - auditions are today after school. See Mr. Chorneyko for more information.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Tuesday, September 28th - Day Thre
The day started with the annual presentation of Honour Pins and Awards. Thanks as always to the Norquay Co - op for supplying the medals and pins. Congratulations to all of those awarded a pin or plaque.
Period One: ELA 9
After returning from the presenations in the gym, we had just enough time to complete the Computation and Estimation section of the CAT - 4 exam left; only two sections left to go.
Period Three: ELA 20
We used this to start our History exam in the event that more than one period was needed to complete the exam.
Period Four: ELA 10
We started with some silent reading followed by discussion on the questions related to Chapter One of "The Chrysalids". Students were then given time to continue with the remainder of the questions on the handout.
Period Five: History 20
The Unit One Mid Term exam was completed in this period.
Period Six: ELA 10
Students were given the period to complete Chapter Two activities based on the novel 'The Chrysalids'. All of the questions and the extension are due for tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
We started by reviewing the parts of an algebraic expression; the numerical coefficient, the variable and the constant. We then demonstrated how these terms can be used to determine whether we are being asked to add, subtract, multiply, divide or a combination of the two. Six sample equations were solved on the board and then the students were let loose to tackle some algebra on their own. For tomorrow they are to complete p.18 & 19, #3, 5, 6a & 8.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to both Junior Girls Volleyball teams on their performances yesterday after school. The Grade 7/8 team won three of four sets as did the Grade Nine team. Well done Girls!!
Good luck to the Senior Girls who host a mini tournament today after school. K.C.I. and Sturgis will present the competition.
Drama auditions are tomorrow after school. See Mr. Chorneyko for more information.
Reminder that the Terry Fox Run is this Thursday, September 30th.
Hot Lunch orders will be sent out tomorrow; students interested in purchasing should return completed forms and payment to their homeroom teacher ASAP.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Period One: ELA 9
After returning from the presenations in the gym, we had just enough time to complete the Computation and Estimation section of the CAT - 4 exam left; only two sections left to go.
Period Three: ELA 20
We used this to start our History exam in the event that more than one period was needed to complete the exam.
Period Four: ELA 10
We started with some silent reading followed by discussion on the questions related to Chapter One of "The Chrysalids". Students were then given time to continue with the remainder of the questions on the handout.
Period Five: History 20
The Unit One Mid Term exam was completed in this period.
Period Six: ELA 10
Students were given the period to complete Chapter Two activities based on the novel 'The Chrysalids'. All of the questions and the extension are due for tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
We started by reviewing the parts of an algebraic expression; the numerical coefficient, the variable and the constant. We then demonstrated how these terms can be used to determine whether we are being asked to add, subtract, multiply, divide or a combination of the two. Six sample equations were solved on the board and then the students were let loose to tackle some algebra on their own. For tomorrow they are to complete p.18 & 19, #3, 5, 6a & 8.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to both Junior Girls Volleyball teams on their performances yesterday after school. The Grade 7/8 team won three of four sets as did the Grade Nine team. Well done Girls!!
Good luck to the Senior Girls who host a mini tournament today after school. K.C.I. and Sturgis will present the competition.
Drama auditions are tomorrow after school. See Mr. Chorneyko for more information.
Reminder that the Terry Fox Run is this Thursday, September 30th.
Hot Lunch orders will be sent out tomorrow; students interested in purchasing should return completed forms and payment to their homeroom teacher ASAP.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Monday, September 27, 2010
Monday, September 27th -- Day Two
Again, before we get started....how about them Riders!
Period One: ELA 10
We started with some silent reading. From there we discussed the first chapter of John Wyndham's novel "The Chrysalids" and what we Know based on the reading of that chapter. We then moved on to talk about what we Want to know. A lot of good ideas came up in the conversation. From there, Chapter Two was assigned to be read and a sheet of associated activities was given. For tomorrow students need to be done up to question #7 and Chapter Two needs to be read.
Period Two: History 20
After a short Current Events discussion, we reviewed what was discussed last class. We then talked about War Plans taking place amongst the leaders of all nations involved in the war and also the idea that no matter how much training had taken place, nobody could adequatley prepare for what was in store for them. We then discussed the German War Plan in particular, a plan better known as the "Schlieffen Plan". Students were given the remainder of the period to study for the test which is tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
We worked towards completing the CAT - 4 Exam by completing the Reading section which gave the students an hour to complete. When done, students were asked to read silently. With any luck this test should be done by the end of the week and we can move on to more ELA related material.
Period Five: ELA 20
Assignments based on Wallace Stegner's assignment "Back to Wolf Willow" were collected. Students had been asked to imagine returning home in twenty to thirty years, and in a paragraph discuss what smell or sight they would encounter that would instantly remind them that they were indeed 'home'.
Period Six: History 30
Following a Current Events discussion, we reviewed last weeks material, in particular the Seven Years' War and the Conquest. We then discussed the difference between the terms assimilation and accomodation. From there we were introduced to the Treaty of Paris and ensuing Royal Proclamation and its impact on North America. We discussed some of the factors behind the British attempts at assimilation and steps taken in hopes of a successful assimilation. From that point on, students were asked to think about why the British might move away from a policy of assimilation and towards one of accomodation in the future (it will happen by the way). They were also asked to think about which policy they might have chosen had they been in charge at the time and explain why. These ideas/explanations are due for Wednesday.
Period Seven: ELA 20
Students were given the period to work towards completion of the activities given in Period Five. For tomorrow, all questions up to #7 are due as these are the ones dealing with Chapter Five which was to be read for today.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Cross Country team who represented our school so well at the Autumn Summit in Saltcoats on Friday.
Good Luck to the Junior Girls Volleyball team who will host K.C.I. after school.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Period One: ELA 10
We started with some silent reading. From there we discussed the first chapter of John Wyndham's novel "The Chrysalids" and what we Know based on the reading of that chapter. We then moved on to talk about what we Want to know. A lot of good ideas came up in the conversation. From there, Chapter Two was assigned to be read and a sheet of associated activities was given. For tomorrow students need to be done up to question #7 and Chapter Two needs to be read.
Period Two: History 20
After a short Current Events discussion, we reviewed what was discussed last class. We then talked about War Plans taking place amongst the leaders of all nations involved in the war and also the idea that no matter how much training had taken place, nobody could adequatley prepare for what was in store for them. We then discussed the German War Plan in particular, a plan better known as the "Schlieffen Plan". Students were given the remainder of the period to study for the test which is tomorrow.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
We worked towards completing the CAT - 4 Exam by completing the Reading section which gave the students an hour to complete. When done, students were asked to read silently. With any luck this test should be done by the end of the week and we can move on to more ELA related material.
Period Five: ELA 20
Assignments based on Wallace Stegner's assignment "Back to Wolf Willow" were collected. Students had been asked to imagine returning home in twenty to thirty years, and in a paragraph discuss what smell or sight they would encounter that would instantly remind them that they were indeed 'home'.
Period Six: History 30
Following a Current Events discussion, we reviewed last weeks material, in particular the Seven Years' War and the Conquest. We then discussed the difference between the terms assimilation and accomodation. From there we were introduced to the Treaty of Paris and ensuing Royal Proclamation and its impact on North America. We discussed some of the factors behind the British attempts at assimilation and steps taken in hopes of a successful assimilation. From that point on, students were asked to think about why the British might move away from a policy of assimilation and towards one of accomodation in the future (it will happen by the way). They were also asked to think about which policy they might have chosen had they been in charge at the time and explain why. These ideas/explanations are due for Wednesday.
Period Seven: ELA 20
Students were given the period to work towards completion of the activities given in Period Five. For tomorrow, all questions up to #7 are due as these are the ones dealing with Chapter Five which was to be read for today.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Cross Country team who represented our school so well at the Autumn Summit in Saltcoats on Friday.
Good Luck to the Junior Girls Volleyball team who will host K.C.I. after school.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Thursday, September 23rd -- Day Six
Period One/Two: ELA 10
After twenty minutes of silent reading, we continued our study of the unknown. We read a poem entitled "The Ghost that Jim Saw" and answered some questions in relation to it. From that point we out our heads together and created a list of criteria that we believe make up an individual and the person that they are. They were then asked to use the criteria discussed to create their 'perfect' human being. This will make more sense soon when we start our study of the novel "The Chrysalids".
Period Three: ELA 9
We completed the Writing Conventions section of our CAT - 4 test.
Period Four: ELA 20
We discussed the questions related to Wallace Stegner's essay "Back to Wolf Willow" and the essay in general. Students were then asked to reflect on their youth and write a paragraph on the following: In thirty years from now when you come back home, what sight or smell will reinforce the fact that you are truly 'home'? Explain yourself. This paragraph is due for Monday as we do not have English tomorrow.
Period Five: History 20
We reviewed the events of last class in which we discussed the formation of The Black Hand in the Balkans and the the assassination of Franz Ferdinand. We then picked up on that today discussing the actions of Austria - Hungary towards Serbia in their dealings with this issue. Students were given a handout to read for tomorrow which outlines the array of ultimatums and declarations that would play out in the days leading up to World War I.
Period Six: ELA 1o
Our third period of the day was used as a homework/catch up/reading period.
Period Seven: History 30
A short Current Events discussion lead us right into a second discussion. Seeing as last class we discussed the Seven Years' War and The Conquest with the conclusion of the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, students were asked to think about the issues that might arise for the British leaders in North America following the Conquest. We then watched the beginning of "Battle for a Continent" as part of the series Canada: A People's History. This episode discusses the Seven Years' War, Royal Proclamation and other important events of the mid 1760's.
OTHER NEWS:
Good Luck to all Cross Country runners who will be in Saltcoats tomorrow for the Annual Autumn Summit.
Good Luck to our lone member of the Preeceville Panthers football team, James Cherewyk as he and his Panther teammates host Porcupine Plain tomorrow.
The second game of the Norquay Flag Football League was played yesterday and saw the Select's blank the Nukem's 30 - 0.
Have a good night,
Mr. Morin
After twenty minutes of silent reading, we continued our study of the unknown. We read a poem entitled "The Ghost that Jim Saw" and answered some questions in relation to it. From that point we out our heads together and created a list of criteria that we believe make up an individual and the person that they are. They were then asked to use the criteria discussed to create their 'perfect' human being. This will make more sense soon when we start our study of the novel "The Chrysalids".
Period Three: ELA 9
We completed the Writing Conventions section of our CAT - 4 test.
Period Four: ELA 20
We discussed the questions related to Wallace Stegner's essay "Back to Wolf Willow" and the essay in general. Students were then asked to reflect on their youth and write a paragraph on the following: In thirty years from now when you come back home, what sight or smell will reinforce the fact that you are truly 'home'? Explain yourself. This paragraph is due for Monday as we do not have English tomorrow.
Period Five: History 20
We reviewed the events of last class in which we discussed the formation of The Black Hand in the Balkans and the the assassination of Franz Ferdinand. We then picked up on that today discussing the actions of Austria - Hungary towards Serbia in their dealings with this issue. Students were given a handout to read for tomorrow which outlines the array of ultimatums and declarations that would play out in the days leading up to World War I.
Period Six: ELA 1o
Our third period of the day was used as a homework/catch up/reading period.
Period Seven: History 30
A short Current Events discussion lead us right into a second discussion. Seeing as last class we discussed the Seven Years' War and The Conquest with the conclusion of the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, students were asked to think about the issues that might arise for the British leaders in North America following the Conquest. We then watched the beginning of "Battle for a Continent" as part of the series Canada: A People's History. This episode discusses the Seven Years' War, Royal Proclamation and other important events of the mid 1760's.
OTHER NEWS:
Good Luck to all Cross Country runners who will be in Saltcoats tomorrow for the Annual Autumn Summit.
Good Luck to our lone member of the Preeceville Panthers football team, James Cherewyk as he and his Panther teammates host Porcupine Plain tomorrow.
The second game of the Norquay Flag Football League was played yesterday and saw the Select's blank the Nukem's 30 - 0.
Have a good night,
Mr. Morin
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Wednesday, September 22nd -- Day Five
Period One: ELA 9
We started with some silent reading for ten minutes. Paragraphs that were handed in last week were returned, along with a discussion on the strengths and weaknesses of this work. The forms were then filled out in order to start CAT - 4 (Canadian Achievement Tests). These will start tomorrow. Lesson 10 of Language Power was then assigned for tomorrow.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
The illustrations of the Radley House were collected as they were due today. We discussed the questions that were assigned for today. Chapter Five of To Kill a Mockingbird was assigned to be read for tomorrow. At the beginning of Pd. 3, we moved onto a discussion as to what we believe we will forever remember about Norquay and 'home'. This led to a reading of Wallace Stegner's essay "Back to Wolf Willow". Once completed students were to complete questions #1, 2, 3 & 4. Time will be allowed tomorrow.
Period Four: History 30
Students were asked to share their finding on the Seven Years' War and the Conquest. This led to a handotu that discussed the Seven Years' War and its impacts on Canadian history along with the Conquest. This led to an assignment where students are to think of issues and problems that the British had to deal with following the Conquest. Also if we were in charge at the time, how would we work to solve these issues? There will be a discussion on this matter tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
We wrote our exam on divisibility.
Period Six: ELA 10
The last of the oral Saskatchewan Ghost Stories were told. A due date of Friday was set for the collection of "The Legend of the Monkey's Paw" assignment. Students were then given the period to work on this assignment; there will be no more class time given to complete this assignment.
Period Seven: Math 7
We finished the divisibility exam.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to Kalyna Livingston who captured the Bronze Medal yesterday at East Central Junior Golf at Crystal Lake.
Have a good night, Mr. Morin
We started with some silent reading for ten minutes. Paragraphs that were handed in last week were returned, along with a discussion on the strengths and weaknesses of this work. The forms were then filled out in order to start CAT - 4 (Canadian Achievement Tests). These will start tomorrow. Lesson 10 of Language Power was then assigned for tomorrow.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
The illustrations of the Radley House were collected as they were due today. We discussed the questions that were assigned for today. Chapter Five of To Kill a Mockingbird was assigned to be read for tomorrow. At the beginning of Pd. 3, we moved onto a discussion as to what we believe we will forever remember about Norquay and 'home'. This led to a reading of Wallace Stegner's essay "Back to Wolf Willow". Once completed students were to complete questions #1, 2, 3 & 4. Time will be allowed tomorrow.
Period Four: History 30
Students were asked to share their finding on the Seven Years' War and the Conquest. This led to a handotu that discussed the Seven Years' War and its impacts on Canadian history along with the Conquest. This led to an assignment where students are to think of issues and problems that the British had to deal with following the Conquest. Also if we were in charge at the time, how would we work to solve these issues? There will be a discussion on this matter tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
We wrote our exam on divisibility.
Period Six: ELA 10
The last of the oral Saskatchewan Ghost Stories were told. A due date of Friday was set for the collection of "The Legend of the Monkey's Paw" assignment. Students were then given the period to work on this assignment; there will be no more class time given to complete this assignment.
Period Seven: Math 7
We finished the divisibility exam.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to Kalyna Livingston who captured the Bronze Medal yesterday at East Central Junior Golf at Crystal Lake.
Have a good night, Mr. Morin
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Tuesday, September 21st -- Day Four
Period One: History 30
For the first time on record, our Current Events discussion brought up a grand total of zero newsworthy items; as one student put it "it's been a slow week". Anyhow, from there were moved on to a quick review of the Staples Paradigm and the problems that it presents to a nations economy. We then started to move from contact between First Nations and Europeans to actual colonization and settlements in Canada and looked at some of the realities of life in New France that was established in 1663. From there the question was asked of the class: Do you know why we are an English and not French majority within Canada? In order to start to answer this question, we took some time to research the following in order to determine what they are and their historical signifigance to Canada: The Conquest, The Seven Years' War and the Royal Proclamation. The findings will be shared and elaborated on in the days to come.
Period Two: ELA 9
After ten minutes of silent reading, students were given one final period to work on their paragraph assignment. The published, hopefully error - free paragraphs are due on or before Thursday.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
We started by collecting the extension activities from Chapter Two of "To Kill a Mockingbird". An assignment was then given that included questions and activities on Chapters Three & Four of the novel. Students were given this time to complete this assignment, as well as the illustrations of the Radley House. Each of these assignments are due tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
With our quiz on divisibility taking place tomorrow, a review was given to help students prepare for tomorrow. As additional incentive to complete the review, students were told that if they return a completed review to me tomorrow and need some 'extra' marks after their exam, the completed review can help in this area.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was our 'once a six - day cycle' work/read/homework/catch - up period.
Period Seven: ELA 10
A few minutes of silent reading started the period. We then orally presented our Saskatchewan Ghost Stories. Once this was completed, we were given time to complete the 'Legend of the Monkey's Paw..."
OTHER NEWS
A quiet start to the week; look for more as the week draws to a close..
Have a good night, Mr. Morin
For the first time on record, our Current Events discussion brought up a grand total of zero newsworthy items; as one student put it "it's been a slow week". Anyhow, from there were moved on to a quick review of the Staples Paradigm and the problems that it presents to a nations economy. We then started to move from contact between First Nations and Europeans to actual colonization and settlements in Canada and looked at some of the realities of life in New France that was established in 1663. From there the question was asked of the class: Do you know why we are an English and not French majority within Canada? In order to start to answer this question, we took some time to research the following in order to determine what they are and their historical signifigance to Canada: The Conquest, The Seven Years' War and the Royal Proclamation. The findings will be shared and elaborated on in the days to come.
Period Two: ELA 9
After ten minutes of silent reading, students were given one final period to work on their paragraph assignment. The published, hopefully error - free paragraphs are due on or before Thursday.
Period Three/Four: ELA 20
We started by collecting the extension activities from Chapter Two of "To Kill a Mockingbird". An assignment was then given that included questions and activities on Chapters Three & Four of the novel. Students were given this time to complete this assignment, as well as the illustrations of the Radley House. Each of these assignments are due tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
With our quiz on divisibility taking place tomorrow, a review was given to help students prepare for tomorrow. As additional incentive to complete the review, students were told that if they return a completed review to me tomorrow and need some 'extra' marks after their exam, the completed review can help in this area.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was our 'once a six - day cycle' work/read/homework/catch - up period.
Period Seven: ELA 10
A few minutes of silent reading started the period. We then orally presented our Saskatchewan Ghost Stories. Once this was completed, we were given time to complete the 'Legend of the Monkey's Paw..."
OTHER NEWS
A quiet start to the week; look for more as the week draws to a close..
Have a good night, Mr. Morin
Monday, September 20, 2010
Monday, September 20th -- Day Three
Before we start, what a game on Friday night...Go Riders. Now on to what`s important
Period One: ELA 9
The usual ten minutes of silent reading was done at the beginning of the period. The Writing Quizzes that were completed on Friday were returned; for the most part very well done, four students with 98% or better. Students were then asked to work through steps #3 & 4 of the Writing Process (revising and sharing). It is the intention to begin publishing the good copies of these paragraphs tomorrow.
Period Three: ELA 20
The questions that were given in relation to Chapter Two of To Kill a Mockingbird were discussed; these were not for marks but rather just to spark conversation and share ideas and thoughts about the chapter. Time was then given to work towards completing some unfinished assignments, namely the extension activities from Chapter Two, the illustration of the Radley House based on descriptive language from the novel and the reading of Chapters 3 & 4. Everything but the illustration is due for tomorrow.
Period Four: ELA 10
The ten minutes of reading took place in the beginning. We then had a short discussion about the supernatural; what does it mean? What does it make us think of? Do we believe in it? We then began to read W.W. Jacobs play "The Monkey's Paw" as a class. We only managed to read Scene I.
Period Five: History 20
After a short discussion about newsworthy events in and around the world, we corrected the questions from Friday pertaining to the Balkans and the issues in that region of Europe in the early 1900's. We then took the time to make some predictions as to what role we believe this area will play in the outbreak of World War I. We then looked at arguably the incident that started the war, that being the assassination of Franz Ferdinand (the heir to the Austrian throne) by a Serbian terrorist group known as the Black Hand. We also looked at the formation of this group; their goals, their aims, etc.
Period Six: ELA 10
We finished reading "The Monkey's Paw" aloud. We then discussed what the author chose not to tell us, or leave unknown. From here students were given a writing assignment in which they are to make up the legend of the paw from the play. Where did it come from? When? Why? Who is/was responsible? What is the story behind it? How did it attain its powers? etc. This is not due for tomorrow but students will be orally presenting their ghost stories tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
We collected the assignments from last day. We then set Wednesday, September 22nd as our exam date for the divisibility exam. We then took the time to review the divisibility rules and our use of them prior to the exam. Students can expect one more short review tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Senior Girls Volleyball team who captured first place at their tournament in Invermay on the weekend. Well done girls!
The Senior's were not to be outdone by the Juniors who took home third place at a tournament in Canora on the weekend!
Good luck to Kalyna Livingston who will be taking part in East Central Junior Golf Districts tomorrow at Crystal Lake.
The scheduled game in the Norquay Flag Football League was postponed today due to weather and will be made up on Wednesday.
Have a great night, Mr. Morin
Period One: ELA 9
The usual ten minutes of silent reading was done at the beginning of the period. The Writing Quizzes that were completed on Friday were returned; for the most part very well done, four students with 98% or better. Students were then asked to work through steps #3 & 4 of the Writing Process (revising and sharing). It is the intention to begin publishing the good copies of these paragraphs tomorrow.
Period Three: ELA 20
The questions that were given in relation to Chapter Two of To Kill a Mockingbird were discussed; these were not for marks but rather just to spark conversation and share ideas and thoughts about the chapter. Time was then given to work towards completing some unfinished assignments, namely the extension activities from Chapter Two, the illustration of the Radley House based on descriptive language from the novel and the reading of Chapters 3 & 4. Everything but the illustration is due for tomorrow.
Period Four: ELA 10
The ten minutes of reading took place in the beginning. We then had a short discussion about the supernatural; what does it mean? What does it make us think of? Do we believe in it? We then began to read W.W. Jacobs play "The Monkey's Paw" as a class. We only managed to read Scene I.
Period Five: History 20
After a short discussion about newsworthy events in and around the world, we corrected the questions from Friday pertaining to the Balkans and the issues in that region of Europe in the early 1900's. We then took the time to make some predictions as to what role we believe this area will play in the outbreak of World War I. We then looked at arguably the incident that started the war, that being the assassination of Franz Ferdinand (the heir to the Austrian throne) by a Serbian terrorist group known as the Black Hand. We also looked at the formation of this group; their goals, their aims, etc.
Period Six: ELA 10
We finished reading "The Monkey's Paw" aloud. We then discussed what the author chose not to tell us, or leave unknown. From here students were given a writing assignment in which they are to make up the legend of the paw from the play. Where did it come from? When? Why? Who is/was responsible? What is the story behind it? How did it attain its powers? etc. This is not due for tomorrow but students will be orally presenting their ghost stories tomorrow.
Period Seven: Math 7
We collected the assignments from last day. We then set Wednesday, September 22nd as our exam date for the divisibility exam. We then took the time to review the divisibility rules and our use of them prior to the exam. Students can expect one more short review tomorrow.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to the Senior Girls Volleyball team who captured first place at their tournament in Invermay on the weekend. Well done girls!
The Senior's were not to be outdone by the Juniors who took home third place at a tournament in Canora on the weekend!
Good luck to Kalyna Livingston who will be taking part in East Central Junior Golf Districts tomorrow at Crystal Lake.
The scheduled game in the Norquay Flag Football League was postponed today due to weather and will be made up on Wednesday.
Have a great night, Mr. Morin
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Thursday, September 17 -- Day Two
Period One: History 20
After a short Current Events discussion, we shared our ideas on how Germany could avoid having to fight a two - front war with Russia and France. A lot of good ideas came up; well done. From here we looked at the last of the major alliances leading up to World War I with the England joining France and Russia in the Triple Alliance in 1907.
Period Two: ELA 9
We started with some silent reading, and then moved onto working on our culminating activity as a part of the paragraph writing unit. Each student is to choose a topic, or theme and write a descriptive, narrative, informative and persuasive paragraph on that topic. This morning we worked on Step One of the Writing Process.
Period Three: History 3o
We had a brief Current Events discussion followed by a look at some of the issues that arose with the fur trade as a business, those being the idea of the staples paradigm, the boom and bust markets and resource depletion. These economic realities have their roots in Canada in the fur trade but continue to exist today. We then watched some more of Episode #1 of Canada: A People's History; this time it talked heavily about the actions of Henry Hudson, his discovery of the Bay named for him as well as the mutiny that followed.
Period Five: Math 7
We took one last whirl through the rules of divisibility to ensure all students are familar and comfortable with these rules. A quiz may be coming soon..wink wink.. Secondly we looked at writing to explain our thinking when it comes to mathematics. As such, three problems were assigned where I am looking not only for the correct answer but also a written explanation of how they reached that point.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we collected and discussed at length the mystery that played out in Agatha Christie's murder mystery "The Third Floor Flat". A lot of good detective work done, as many of the students had most of the importance details figured out, if not all of them.
Period Seven: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students were asked to complete Step 1 of the Writing Process. If they chose they were allowed to study for tomorrow's quiz on writing.
I will be out of the building tomorrow, so no posting until Monday.
OTHER NEWS:
A busy weekend for the Girls Volleyball program as the Senior's are off to Invermay on Friday and Saturday while the Junior's will be in Canora on Saturday. Good Luck to both teams.
Information on the Terry Fox Run was distributed today; look for pledge forms to come home soon as well. The Terry Fox Run will take place on Thursday, September 30th. 2010 will be the 30th Annual Terry Fox Run.
Have a great weekend, cheer for the Riders and see you on Monday
Mr. Morin
After a short Current Events discussion, we shared our ideas on how Germany could avoid having to fight a two - front war with Russia and France. A lot of good ideas came up; well done. From here we looked at the last of the major alliances leading up to World War I with the England joining France and Russia in the Triple Alliance in 1907.
Period Two: ELA 9
We started with some silent reading, and then moved onto working on our culminating activity as a part of the paragraph writing unit. Each student is to choose a topic, or theme and write a descriptive, narrative, informative and persuasive paragraph on that topic. This morning we worked on Step One of the Writing Process.
Period Three: History 3o
We had a brief Current Events discussion followed by a look at some of the issues that arose with the fur trade as a business, those being the idea of the staples paradigm, the boom and bust markets and resource depletion. These economic realities have their roots in Canada in the fur trade but continue to exist today. We then watched some more of Episode #1 of Canada: A People's History; this time it talked heavily about the actions of Henry Hudson, his discovery of the Bay named for him as well as the mutiny that followed.
Period Five: Math 7
We took one last whirl through the rules of divisibility to ensure all students are familar and comfortable with these rules. A quiz may be coming soon..wink wink.. Secondly we looked at writing to explain our thinking when it comes to mathematics. As such, three problems were assigned where I am looking not only for the correct answer but also a written explanation of how they reached that point.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we collected and discussed at length the mystery that played out in Agatha Christie's murder mystery "The Third Floor Flat". A lot of good detective work done, as many of the students had most of the importance details figured out, if not all of them.
Period Seven: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students were asked to complete Step 1 of the Writing Process. If they chose they were allowed to study for tomorrow's quiz on writing.
I will be out of the building tomorrow, so no posting until Monday.
OTHER NEWS:
A busy weekend for the Girls Volleyball program as the Senior's are off to Invermay on Friday and Saturday while the Junior's will be in Canora on Saturday. Good Luck to both teams.
Information on the Terry Fox Run was distributed today; look for pledge forms to come home soon as well. The Terry Fox Run will take place on Thursday, September 30th. 2010 will be the 30th Annual Terry Fox Run.
Have a great weekend, cheer for the Riders and see you on Monday
Mr. Morin
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Wednesday, September 15th -- Day Six
Period One/Two: ELA 10
After some silent reading, we discussed the first half of the short story "The Third Floor Flat" which was to be done for today. Students had an opportunity to share their ideas as to who might be the killer in the story. From this point, students were asked to read the remainder of the story as well as complete some questions and activities related to the story. Students should also be working to know the details of their chosen ghost story as they will be told orally on Monday.
Period Three: ELA 9
We started with some silent reading. From there, a quiz date was set for a short exam on what has been studied thus far in terms of writing; namely the Writing Process, Elements of an Effective Paragraph, Strategies for effective topic sentences, purposes for writing, as well as RAFTS (prompting). We then took a closer look at what the acronym RAFTS (Role, Audience, Format, Topic, Strong Verb) was all about.
Period Four: ELA 20
A discussion was had in regards to Budge Wilson's short story "The Metaphor" and a writing assignment assigned earlier in the year was collected. An assignment was then given that involved some questions and extension activities associated with Chapters One & Two of To Kill a Mockingbird.
Period Five: History 20
We looked back on the realities that made fighting a two - front war a realistic possibility for Germany. We then started an assignment in which each student is to create their own military strategy that they think would help eliminate Germany having to fight this two - front war. Students were asked to not only create a plan but also to explain why their plan would be successful.
Period Six: ELA 10
A class to complete any English homework, get caught up in other classes or read quietly.
Period Seven: History 30
After a Current Events discussion, we finished watching the first episode of Canda: A People's History, "When the World Began".
OTHER NEWS:
Good luck to the Senior Girls Volleyball team who is off to Invermay this weekend.
Have a good night, Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, we discussed the first half of the short story "The Third Floor Flat" which was to be done for today. Students had an opportunity to share their ideas as to who might be the killer in the story. From this point, students were asked to read the remainder of the story as well as complete some questions and activities related to the story. Students should also be working to know the details of their chosen ghost story as they will be told orally on Monday.
Period Three: ELA 9
We started with some silent reading. From there, a quiz date was set for a short exam on what has been studied thus far in terms of writing; namely the Writing Process, Elements of an Effective Paragraph, Strategies for effective topic sentences, purposes for writing, as well as RAFTS (prompting). We then took a closer look at what the acronym RAFTS (Role, Audience, Format, Topic, Strong Verb) was all about.
Period Four: ELA 20
A discussion was had in regards to Budge Wilson's short story "The Metaphor" and a writing assignment assigned earlier in the year was collected. An assignment was then given that involved some questions and extension activities associated with Chapters One & Two of To Kill a Mockingbird.
Period Five: History 20
We looked back on the realities that made fighting a two - front war a realistic possibility for Germany. We then started an assignment in which each student is to create their own military strategy that they think would help eliminate Germany having to fight this two - front war. Students were asked to not only create a plan but also to explain why their plan would be successful.
Period Six: ELA 10
A class to complete any English homework, get caught up in other classes or read quietly.
Period Seven: History 30
After a Current Events discussion, we finished watching the first episode of Canda: A People's History, "When the World Began".
OTHER NEWS:
Good luck to the Senior Girls Volleyball team who is off to Invermay this weekend.
Have a good night, Mr. Morin
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Tuesday, September 14th -- Day Five
It has been a couple of days since my last posting...I apologize
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, the descriptive and narrative paragraphs that were assigned on Friday were collected. From that point, Lessons 7, 8 and 9 of Language Power were corrected as a group.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
Time was given to complete Part B of the activities for the short story "The Metaphor" by Budge Wilson. After this, a short quiz was given on Chapter One of "To Kill a Mockingbird". This was not recorded as it was moreless a way for me to check who actually completed the reading as assigned. Chapter Two of "To Kill a Mockingbird" needs to be completed by tomorrow.
Period Four: History 30
After a short Current Events discussion, we talked about our responses to questions posed last day in regard to the fur trade in Canada. We then took down some notes that discussed the exploitation of both the land and people that came about as a result of the fur trade. Maps were then looked at to help illustrate and explain the manner in which the fur trade expanded which increased contact between First Nations and Europeans in what would become Canada.
Period Five: Math 7
A quick homework check was done to make sure that pages 8 & 9 were done as was assigned yesterday. Time was then given to complete Pages 12 & 13 of MathSense, #'s 1, 3, 8, 9, & 10.
Period Six: ELA 10
After ten minutes reading, those students who were absent yesterday (there were a few) were given Part One of "The Third Floor Flat" to read and complete some questions associated with it. Those that were here yesterday and completely finsihed the reading and stories were free to read or complete other homework.
Period Seven: Math 7
Some time was given towards completing the assignment given in Period Five. The use of Venn Diagrams was used to illustrate how some numbers are divisible by more than one number, but also some are not. The assigment given in Period Five and the Venn Diagrams are due for Thursday. Also a division quiz will be given on Monday, September 20th.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to Jorden Cherewyk who represented our school well yesterday at East Central District Golf. Jorden finished in the middle of the 38 player field but presented himself in such a way that another coach at the event was quick to tell me how respectful and mature Jorden handled himself...well done.
The Norquay Flag Football League kicked off today as the Selects shut out the Nukem's 26 - 0.
The First SRC meeting of the year was held today, look to hear more about events taking place in and around the school in the days to come.
Have a great night, Mr. Morin
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, the descriptive and narrative paragraphs that were assigned on Friday were collected. From that point, Lessons 7, 8 and 9 of Language Power were corrected as a group.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
Time was given to complete Part B of the activities for the short story "The Metaphor" by Budge Wilson. After this, a short quiz was given on Chapter One of "To Kill a Mockingbird". This was not recorded as it was moreless a way for me to check who actually completed the reading as assigned. Chapter Two of "To Kill a Mockingbird" needs to be completed by tomorrow.
Period Four: History 30
After a short Current Events discussion, we talked about our responses to questions posed last day in regard to the fur trade in Canada. We then took down some notes that discussed the exploitation of both the land and people that came about as a result of the fur trade. Maps were then looked at to help illustrate and explain the manner in which the fur trade expanded which increased contact between First Nations and Europeans in what would become Canada.
Period Five: Math 7
A quick homework check was done to make sure that pages 8 & 9 were done as was assigned yesterday. Time was then given to complete Pages 12 & 13 of MathSense, #'s 1, 3, 8, 9, & 10.
Period Six: ELA 10
After ten minutes reading, those students who were absent yesterday (there were a few) were given Part One of "The Third Floor Flat" to read and complete some questions associated with it. Those that were here yesterday and completely finsihed the reading and stories were free to read or complete other homework.
Period Seven: Math 7
Some time was given towards completing the assignment given in Period Five. The use of Venn Diagrams was used to illustrate how some numbers are divisible by more than one number, but also some are not. The assigment given in Period Five and the Venn Diagrams are due for Thursday. Also a division quiz will be given on Monday, September 20th.
OTHER NEWS:
Congratulations to Jorden Cherewyk who represented our school well yesterday at East Central District Golf. Jorden finished in the middle of the 38 player field but presented himself in such a way that another coach at the event was quick to tell me how respectful and mature Jorden handled himself...well done.
The Norquay Flag Football League kicked off today as the Selects shut out the Nukem's 26 - 0.
The First SRC meeting of the year was held today, look to hear more about events taking place in and around the school in the days to come.
Have a great night, Mr. Morin
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