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
Thursday, September 16, 2010
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
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Thursday, September 9th -- Day Two
Period One: ELA 10
The "Bucket List" assignment was collected. Students were given the period to complete "The Legend of...." which is due tomorrow.
Period Two: History 20
After a Current Events discussion, a review of yesterday's class took place where students were asked to explain why Russia sought an alliance with Germany and why Germany accepted. We then discussed our personal thoughts on the issues with a two - front war where a lot of good ideas were expressed. We then looked at Bismarck's last few actions, namely the establishement of the Triple Alliance. A small assignment on today's handout was given. Students were asked to continue working towards completion of their timeline of Bismarck's activities.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
Students informative paragraphs were collected, and the second purpose for writing, narrative was introduced. Students were asked to work through the Writing Process, ultimately ending in the publishing of a narrative paragraph.
OTHER NEWS:
Good luck to our student athletes tomorrow: Jorden Cherewyk at a Senior Golf Tournament at Crystal Lake and the Cross Country Team at the Run for Peace at Cherrydale Golf Course.
Anyone interested in auditioning for drama, sign up outside of Mr. Chorneyko's room.
Happy Birthday to our fearless leader Mr. Olson..
Have a great night, Mr. Morin
The "Bucket List" assignment was collected. Students were given the period to complete "The Legend of...." which is due tomorrow.
Period Two: History 20
After a Current Events discussion, a review of yesterday's class took place where students were asked to explain why Russia sought an alliance with Germany and why Germany accepted. We then discussed our personal thoughts on the issues with a two - front war where a lot of good ideas were expressed. We then looked at Bismarck's last few actions, namely the establishement of the Triple Alliance. A small assignment on today's handout was given. Students were asked to continue working towards completion of their timeline of Bismarck's activities.
Period Three/Four: ELA 9
Students informative paragraphs were collected, and the second purpose for writing, narrative was introduced. Students were asked to work through the Writing Process, ultimately ending in the publishing of a narrative paragraph.
OTHER NEWS:
Good luck to our student athletes tomorrow: Jorden Cherewyk at a Senior Golf Tournament at Crystal Lake and the Cross Country Team at the Run for Peace at Cherrydale Golf Course.
Anyone interested in auditioning for drama, sign up outside of Mr. Chorneyko's room.
Happy Birthday to our fearless leader Mr. Olson..
Have a great night, Mr. Morin
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Wednesday, September 8th -- Day One
Once around the six day cycle, a few more to go....
Sorry about no post yesterday; I was away at a High School Golf Tournament in Esterhazy.
Period One: History 20
After a short Current Events discussion, we discussed yesterday's visitor. From what I was told it was informative and eye - opening.
Students were given a handout which was discussed as a class. It dealt with the establishment of the Dual Alliance between Germany and Austria - Hungary. We also talked about the Russians shocking most of Europe at the time and looking to Germany for friendship.
Two assignments were given. The first one requires the students to put themselves in the shoes of Otto von Bismarck circa 1880. Why is the thought of having to fight both France and Russia at the same time so concerning? Explain yourself.
The second assignment is a timeline of steps and measures taken by Otto von Bismarck. Not only do they need to accurately create this timeline but each event needs an explanation as to why that step was taken and how it benefitted Germany. The first assignment is due tomorrow but not the timeline.
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, Lessons 4, 5 & 6 of Language Power were corrected. From this point, we discussed more about the elements of an effective paragraph, namely the body and concluding sentences. What are they? What purpose do they serve? Etc.
Period Three: History 30
After a Current Events discussion, we quickly reviewed last class and First Nations beliefs/values in relation to the land around us. We then discussed how these ideas were somewhat different from those beliefs we hold. We then looked at European ideals/beliefs about the land and the manner in how the two differed. Students were then asked to think about and be able to respond to some questions about trade between First Nations and Europeans for tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
Assignments from last week were returned; well done by all!!!
We then started to look at divisibility. To start students were each given a random number of manipulatives (Fancy name for blocks). They were to count how many they had. Using these blocks before them, they were asked to determine whether or not the number they had was divisibly by two, five and ten. After the process was gone through, we were able to generalize and establish some rules for divisibility as it comes to factors of two, five and ten. A short assignment pertaining to this was then assigned and is due for Friday.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading, a quick check was done to monitor the progress of students as it comes to the completion of two assignments. The good copy of the "Bucket List" is due tomorrow. If done they are to work towards completing "The Legend of...." assignment which is due on Friday.
Period Seven: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we introduced the idea of purposes for writing. What is a purpose for writing? Why do we have purposes for writing? The first of four to be discussed in class, that being Informative writing. Students were then asked to create an informative paragraph that sees them go through steps 1 & 2 of the Writing Process.
OTHER NEWS
Congrats to Jorden Cherewyk for representing Norquay School so well at yesterday's Esterhazy High School Golf Tournament.
We are still looking for a Newspaper Reporter; interested parties should see Mr. Henderson
The Cross Country is off to their first meet on Friday when they will attend the Run for Peace at Cherrydale Golf Course just outside of Yorkton. Good luck to all runners.
Intramural football will be starting soon.
SRC Executive Meeting next Tuesday at lunch.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Sorry about no post yesterday; I was away at a High School Golf Tournament in Esterhazy.
Period One: History 20
After a short Current Events discussion, we discussed yesterday's visitor. From what I was told it was informative and eye - opening.
Students were given a handout which was discussed as a class. It dealt with the establishment of the Dual Alliance between Germany and Austria - Hungary. We also talked about the Russians shocking most of Europe at the time and looking to Germany for friendship.
Two assignments were given. The first one requires the students to put themselves in the shoes of Otto von Bismarck circa 1880. Why is the thought of having to fight both France and Russia at the same time so concerning? Explain yourself.
The second assignment is a timeline of steps and measures taken by Otto von Bismarck. Not only do they need to accurately create this timeline but each event needs an explanation as to why that step was taken and how it benefitted Germany. The first assignment is due tomorrow but not the timeline.
Period Two: ELA 9
After some silent reading, Lessons 4, 5 & 6 of Language Power were corrected. From this point, we discussed more about the elements of an effective paragraph, namely the body and concluding sentences. What are they? What purpose do they serve? Etc.
Period Three: History 30
After a Current Events discussion, we quickly reviewed last class and First Nations beliefs/values in relation to the land around us. We then discussed how these ideas were somewhat different from those beliefs we hold. We then looked at European ideals/beliefs about the land and the manner in how the two differed. Students were then asked to think about and be able to respond to some questions about trade between First Nations and Europeans for tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
Assignments from last week were returned; well done by all!!!
We then started to look at divisibility. To start students were each given a random number of manipulatives (Fancy name for blocks). They were to count how many they had. Using these blocks before them, they were asked to determine whether or not the number they had was divisibly by two, five and ten. After the process was gone through, we were able to generalize and establish some rules for divisibility as it comes to factors of two, five and ten. A short assignment pertaining to this was then assigned and is due for Friday.
Period Six: ELA 10
After some silent reading, a quick check was done to monitor the progress of students as it comes to the completion of two assignments. The good copy of the "Bucket List" is due tomorrow. If done they are to work towards completing "The Legend of...." assignment which is due on Friday.
Period Seven: ELA 9
After some silent reading, we introduced the idea of purposes for writing. What is a purpose for writing? Why do we have purposes for writing? The first of four to be discussed in class, that being Informative writing. Students were then asked to create an informative paragraph that sees them go through steps 1 & 2 of the Writing Process.
OTHER NEWS
Congrats to Jorden Cherewyk for representing Norquay School so well at yesterday's Esterhazy High School Golf Tournament.
We are still looking for a Newspaper Reporter; interested parties should see Mr. Henderson
The Cross Country is off to their first meet on Friday when they will attend the Run for Peace at Cherrydale Golf Course just outside of Yorkton. Good luck to all runners.
Intramural football will be starting soon.
SRC Executive Meeting next Tuesday at lunch.
Have a great night,
Mr. Morin
Friday, September 3, 2010
Friday, September 3rd -- Day Five
Period One: ELA 9
After some silent reading, students work was checked to ensure assigned work was done. From this point on, we shared some of our topic sentences to see that they were effective and catchy. We then looked at the remaining four steps in The Writing Process and explained what was done at each step.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
The first period was given to work on our writing assignment. In the second period, homework assignment based on Fulghum's poem "Credo" were collected and discussed. a good class discussion ensued as to the merit/credit of Fulghum's beliefs
Period Four: History 30
After a Current Events discussion, we reviewed the similarities and differences between First Nations and European decision making processes through a Venn Diagram. Assigned work based on which system each individual would prefer to live in and why was collected. We then looked at relationships with the land and the way(s) the land effects us on a day to day basis. We looked more closely at the First Nations view of the land and the belief that no part of nature is better than another.
Period Five: Math 7
Assignments that were given yesterday were collected and a second, more challenging assignment was given.
Period Six: ELA 10
After a few minutes of reading, students started their work on "The Legend of..." assignment. This is not due on Tuesday as time will be given to complete it.
Period Seven: Math 7
Time was given to complete the assignment given earlier in the day. If completed early, students were to hand it in and enjoy the remainder of the class as free time.
Other News:
Congratulations to all who ran in the SRC Elections. Your Executive for the upcoming school year is as follows:
President: Allyson Grywacheski
Vice - President: Jamie Newberg
Social Director: Andria Grywacheski
Secretary: Sydney Sanders
We still need a newspaper reporter..... interested parties are to see Mr. Henderson.
Good luck to Jorden Cherewyk who will be attending the Esterhazy Senior Golf Tournament on Tuesday.
Have a great long weekend...and GO GREEN!!!!
Mr. Morin
After some silent reading, students work was checked to ensure assigned work was done. From this point on, we shared some of our topic sentences to see that they were effective and catchy. We then looked at the remaining four steps in The Writing Process and explained what was done at each step.
Period Two/Three: ELA 20
The first period was given to work on our writing assignment. In the second period, homework assignment based on Fulghum's poem "Credo" were collected and discussed. a good class discussion ensued as to the merit/credit of Fulghum's beliefs
Period Four: History 30
After a Current Events discussion, we reviewed the similarities and differences between First Nations and European decision making processes through a Venn Diagram. Assigned work based on which system each individual would prefer to live in and why was collected. We then looked at relationships with the land and the way(s) the land effects us on a day to day basis. We looked more closely at the First Nations view of the land and the belief that no part of nature is better than another.
Period Five: Math 7
Assignments that were given yesterday were collected and a second, more challenging assignment was given.
Period Six: ELA 10
After a few minutes of reading, students started their work on "The Legend of..." assignment. This is not due on Tuesday as time will be given to complete it.
Period Seven: Math 7
Time was given to complete the assignment given earlier in the day. If completed early, students were to hand it in and enjoy the remainder of the class as free time.
Other News:
Congratulations to all who ran in the SRC Elections. Your Executive for the upcoming school year is as follows:
President: Allyson Grywacheski
Vice - President: Jamie Newberg
Social Director: Andria Grywacheski
Secretary: Sydney Sanders
We still need a newspaper reporter..... interested parties are to see Mr. Henderson.
Good luck to Jorden Cherewyk who will be attending the Esterhazy Senior Golf Tournament on Tuesday.
Have a great long weekend...and GO GREEN!!!!
Mr. Morin
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Thursday, September 2nd -- Day Four
Period One: History 30
We started with a brief Current Events discussion. Following that we reviewed material from last time; in particular the reasons why Europeans began arriving in North America. From this point on, we started to look at the differing worldviews between First Nations and Europeans. In particular we looked at the Iroquois Confederacy and "The Great Law". Students were then asked to chart the similarities and differences between the two decision - making processed through use of a Venn Diagram. Once the diagram was complete they were asked to think of which system they would rather live in, and provide an explanation of why they feel this way.
Period Two: ELA 9
Following ten minutes of reading, a quick homework check was done to ensure the concept webs that were due today were completed. We then started to look at the elements required for an effective paragraph starting with the first and probably most important, the topic sentence. After a discussion and some notes thae define what the topic sentence is and what it should accomplish, potential strategies for effective topic sentences were shared with the group. Students were then asked to use the strategies they were given in order to create five effective topic sentences on a topic from the concept webs that were due today. These topic sentences need to be completed for tomorrow.
Periods Three/Four: ELA 20
The first period was given for students to work towards completing the drafts of their paragraphs. If they finished early, they were to start revising their work looking for errors and mistakes that are in need of correcting.
Period Four saw us turn to the first of two themes being studied in ELA; Recollection: A Journey Back. At this point I had the students think back to their days in Kindergarten. What stands out as memories? Did they think this was an important year in their life? Why or why not? Of most importance however was the question asking them what lessons they learned during their Kindergarten experience. This connected to Robert Fulghum's poem "Credo" which essentially is the poets ideas and beliefs. After reading the poem, we were able to establish that Fulghum believes everything you learn in Kindergarten is more important than the acquisition of wisdom, and that if we all thought back to, and acted the way we did in Kindergarten, the world would be a much better place. Students were then asked to respond to the poem, in particular is there any merit to this train of thought? Why? These responses should be done for tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
We started the class by going over the six questions given out yesterday. The class did very well, with several students getting them all right. This led to another assignment of twenty questions that are due for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was used as a catch - up period. The emphasis was on making sure each student is caught up in History and English. However, homework in other classes was also done.
Period Seven: ELA 10
We reviewed the activities relating to Pauline Johnson's poem "The Legend of the Qu'Appelle Valley". Initially many students were a little confused as to what took place in the poem. However after taking the time to review as a class and share some individual ideas and interpretations, all students have a clear understanding of the poem and the story behind the naming of the valley. As an extension activity students are to think of a place in Saskatchewan, not necessarily a town or city, and create their own legend as to how that place got its name. These legends will be read orally to the class in the days to come.
Other News:
Nominatons for SRC Executive have now closed. The election will take place tomorrow, and the winners will be announced by AM recess.
Anyone interested in Intramural football needs to sign the sheet outside of the gym.
Other than that, have a great evening,
Mr. Morin
We started with a brief Current Events discussion. Following that we reviewed material from last time; in particular the reasons why Europeans began arriving in North America. From this point on, we started to look at the differing worldviews between First Nations and Europeans. In particular we looked at the Iroquois Confederacy and "The Great Law". Students were then asked to chart the similarities and differences between the two decision - making processed through use of a Venn Diagram. Once the diagram was complete they were asked to think of which system they would rather live in, and provide an explanation of why they feel this way.
Period Two: ELA 9
Following ten minutes of reading, a quick homework check was done to ensure the concept webs that were due today were completed. We then started to look at the elements required for an effective paragraph starting with the first and probably most important, the topic sentence. After a discussion and some notes thae define what the topic sentence is and what it should accomplish, potential strategies for effective topic sentences were shared with the group. Students were then asked to use the strategies they were given in order to create five effective topic sentences on a topic from the concept webs that were due today. These topic sentences need to be completed for tomorrow.
Periods Three/Four: ELA 20
The first period was given for students to work towards completing the drafts of their paragraphs. If they finished early, they were to start revising their work looking for errors and mistakes that are in need of correcting.
Period Four saw us turn to the first of two themes being studied in ELA; Recollection: A Journey Back. At this point I had the students think back to their days in Kindergarten. What stands out as memories? Did they think this was an important year in their life? Why or why not? Of most importance however was the question asking them what lessons they learned during their Kindergarten experience. This connected to Robert Fulghum's poem "Credo" which essentially is the poets ideas and beliefs. After reading the poem, we were able to establish that Fulghum believes everything you learn in Kindergarten is more important than the acquisition of wisdom, and that if we all thought back to, and acted the way we did in Kindergarten, the world would be a much better place. Students were then asked to respond to the poem, in particular is there any merit to this train of thought? Why? These responses should be done for tomorrow.
Period Five: Math 7
We started the class by going over the six questions given out yesterday. The class did very well, with several students getting them all right. This led to another assignment of twenty questions that are due for tomorrow.
Period Six: ELA 20
This was used as a catch - up period. The emphasis was on making sure each student is caught up in History and English. However, homework in other classes was also done.
Period Seven: ELA 10
We reviewed the activities relating to Pauline Johnson's poem "The Legend of the Qu'Appelle Valley". Initially many students were a little confused as to what took place in the poem. However after taking the time to review as a class and share some individual ideas and interpretations, all students have a clear understanding of the poem and the story behind the naming of the valley. As an extension activity students are to think of a place in Saskatchewan, not necessarily a town or city, and create their own legend as to how that place got its name. These legends will be read orally to the class in the days to come.
Other News:
Nominatons for SRC Executive have now closed. The election will take place tomorrow, and the winners will be announced by AM recess.
Anyone interested in Intramural football needs to sign the sheet outside of the gym.
Other than that, have a great evening,
Mr. Morin
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