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
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
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
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