Looking forward to seeing you all in the morning and hearing how your Trick-or-Treat-or-Canned-Good went.
Check out this article about Halloween For Hunger.
http://www.weday.com/learn/globalvoices/203
Monday, October 31, 2011
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Short Timeline!!
Grade 8's,
We have the opportunity to apply for a grant for up to $1000.00
The small problem right now is that the applications are due by Nov. 4th (but I have to hand it in by Monday afternoon - and I won't see you until Tuesday).
Last year, the 8's applied and got funding for the RJ and DPA day. They used the money to buy the shirts, and other materials they used that day.
The information about the grant can be found at the following site
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/students/speakup/2011Application.pdf
Please spread the word around our class about this as best as you can. I know it is short notice, but I also know that as a group, you have some terrific ideas and skills and many of you are up for a good leadership challenge like this.
If you have ANY ideas please let me know ASAP (you can comment on this post or email me at sumera.fraser@hwdsb.on.ca). Feel free to print off the application package from the site.
Some things to consider about the grant are:
Will this grant create a more inclusive learning environment?
Will it develop life skills like team work or communication?
We have the opportunity to apply for a grant for up to $1000.00
The small problem right now is that the applications are due by Nov. 4th (but I have to hand it in by Monday afternoon - and I won't see you until Tuesday).
Last year, the 8's applied and got funding for the RJ and DPA day. They used the money to buy the shirts, and other materials they used that day.
The information about the grant can be found at the following site
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/students/speakup/2011Application.pdf
Please spread the word around our class about this as best as you can. I know it is short notice, but I also know that as a group, you have some terrific ideas and skills and many of you are up for a good leadership challenge like this.
If you have ANY ideas please let me know ASAP (you can comment on this post or email me at sumera.fraser@hwdsb.on.ca). Feel free to print off the application package from the site.
Some things to consider about the grant are:
Will this grant create a more inclusive learning environment?
Will it develop life skills like team work or communication?
Friday, October 28, 2011
PROUD!!!
You guys were amazing today! I cant stop talking about it and bragging about what an outstanding job you did. FYI you raised $215 for your graduation and 20+ canned goods for the food drive.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Can't Wait!!!
A Halloween Video for you!
Looking forward to seeing everyone dressed up for the Haunted House tomorrow!! I know my kids are PUMPED to go through. Just working on my costume now. I will be in by 8:15 if you need to set anything else up.
Looking forward to seeing everyone dressed up for the Haunted House tomorrow!! I know my kids are PUMPED to go through. Just working on my costume now. I will be in by 8:15 if you need to set anything else up.
Thursday's homework
Get your materials and costumes ready for tomorrow's Haunted House and dance. Get baking if you are making cupcakes. My fav is red velvet! Put your materials in your back pack or at the door so you don't forget them tomorrow.
Go....Now....Do these things so you don't forget! Especially you gross grab group!!!
If you haven't finished this weeks other homework assignments, you need to do those too and hand them in to me.
If u want to bring chips to donate for the dance feel free.
What are u still doing here? You're supposed to be getting the baking done! Go... Now... Really. ..
Go....Now....Do these things so you don't forget! Especially you gross grab group!!!
If you haven't finished this weeks other homework assignments, you need to do those too and hand them in to me.
If u want to bring chips to donate for the dance feel free.
What are u still doing here? You're supposed to be getting the baking done! Go... Now... Really. ..
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Wednesday's Homework
Please read the article at the attached link.http://www.weday.com/learn/globalvoices/199
Create a response to the article. Include: what you believe the issue is that is raised in the article and your feelings on the issue. It can be in any form you like. We will discuss your responses in class tomorrow morning. Come prepared.
Create a response to the article. Include: what you believe the issue is that is raised in the article and your feelings on the issue. It can be in any form you like. We will discuss your responses in class tomorrow morning. Come prepared.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Tuesday's Homework
Remember to include your name in your response!!
The string used to make a circle is just a little longer than the string used to make a 5cmx5cm square.
How wide is the circle? Explain your thinking.
The string used to make a circle is just a little longer than the string used to make a 5cmx5cm square.
How wide is the circle? Explain your thinking.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Monday's Homework
The circumference of each of Jay's bike wheels is 50 cm. How many rotations will Jay make in 1 km? Explain how you calculated your answer. When would this info matter to jay?
Remember to include your NAME in your answer!!!
Remember to include your NAME in your answer!!!
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Orchard Park Parent Information Night
Orchard Park is hosting their annual Grade 8 Parent Information Night on November 29th at 6:30. All grade 8's and their parents are invited to attend.
Check out Orchard Parks website at http://schools.hwdsb.on.ca/orchardpark/ for more information.
Check out Orchard Parks website at http://schools.hwdsb.on.ca/orchardpark/ for more information.
Math Homework Help
We are all now registered for math help at http://www.homeworkhelp.ilc.org/
You only need to remember your login and password. If you've forgotten it, you can have it emailed to you. Some of you used first class for your email. If you need to access first class from home and you don't have it on your machine, you can check it online at http://fcinternet.hwdsb.on.ca/
I will post this link under the math section of our blog for future reference.
You only need to remember your login and password. If you've forgotten it, you can have it emailed to you. Some of you used first class for your email. If you need to access first class from home and you don't have it on your machine, you can check it online at http://fcinternet.hwdsb.on.ca/
I will post this link under the math section of our blog for future reference.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Halloween for Hunger
We will meet this coming week to start to plan. Comment with some things you think we will need to discuss at the meeting and I will post your comments for others to think about.
One thing to ponder is: How will we let our target audience know what we will be doing?
One thing to ponder is: How will we let our target audience know what we will be doing?
Friday, October 14, 2011
Super Switch Reflection
My switch will inspire me to...
I find my switch inspiring because...
My favourite part of my switch is...
If I had it to do over again I would...
I find my switch inspiring because...
My favourite part of my switch is...
If I had it to do over again I would...
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Circle Notes
Reply in a comment and tell me which colours are which parts of the picture of the circle shown here.
Blue is the ...
Halloween For Hunger
Over the last 5 years, Eastdale students have worked together to make life a little better for others. They've organized many events and fundraisers to raise awareness for different causes. One of the fun and easy things we have done is combined a food drive competition amongst the classes with trick-or-treating to collect food for our local food bank. In previous years we've collected 170 lbs, 240 lbs and 400 lbs! Are you up for the challenge this year?
Halloween for Hunger Info
Click on the above link to check out the online resources from Free the Children.
If you are interested in being part of this committe please send me your name.
Halloween for Hunger Info
Click on the above link to check out the online resources from Free the Children.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Yes the test is tomorrow!!
We won't be back together as a group until Monday, and I wouldn't want you all stressing over it over the weekend. Therefore, we will write the test tomorrow.
On a side note, if we can manage to bring in 30 canned goods as a class tomorrow, then I will cancel the MATH test on integers. We will be starting a new unit on circles and then will donate the canned goods to the food bank at the end of the unit. Spread the word to bring in some canned goods!!
On a side note, if we can manage to bring in 30 canned goods as a class tomorrow, then I will cancel the MATH test on integers. We will be starting a new unit on circles and then will donate the canned goods to the food bank at the end of the unit. Spread the word to bring in some canned goods!!
Science Test
Your test will cover:
Characteristics of Living Things
Cell Theory
Parts of Plant and Animal Cells (label them and know their functions)
We will look at parts of a microscope another time.
Characteristics of Living Things
Cell Theory
Parts of Plant and Animal Cells (label them and know their functions)
We will look at parts of a microscope another time.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Glad you checked!!
So don't forget your math homework tonight pg. 391 #2 and 3. Remember to try and keep your communication of your answers clear like we did in class today. We will have a short assessment on integers this week before we move onto our next topic which involves exploring circles and cylinders.
(if you happen to be one of the people who doesn't have a textbook and forgot to pick up the copy of the questions, you will need to be resourceful to get the questions that you need to answer)
If you did not finish the factory to cell comparison in class today, you need to have it completed for homework tonight. This will help you for your test on Thursday in science.
No weekly challenge this week other than to study your cell information, math and do a bit of research on a global issue that interests you. We will use this information in our writing in class shortly.
Your question to comment on is:
What was the purpose behind the 2 kids, 1 crayon activity that we completed earlier in the year?
Please remember to include your name in your comment.
(if you happen to be one of the people who doesn't have a textbook and forgot to pick up the copy of the questions, you will need to be resourceful to get the questions that you need to answer)
If you did not finish the factory to cell comparison in class today, you need to have it completed for homework tonight. This will help you for your test on Thursday in science.
No weekly challenge this week other than to study your cell information, math and do a bit of research on a global issue that interests you. We will use this information in our writing in class shortly.
Your question to comment on is:
What was the purpose behind the 2 kids, 1 crayon activity that we completed earlier in the year?
Please remember to include your name in your comment.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Post-it Notes
To help you with your questions
Don't post them in this linoit - make a comment on this blog and post all 5 or 6 of your questions here.
Don't post them in this linoit - make a comment on this blog and post all 5 or 6 of your questions here.
Global Issues Medical Supplies
Read this article.
Please have this article read for class discussion tomorrow.
Please have this article read for class discussion tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
MAD SCIENCE!!
Today's science was AWESOME!! We prepared wet mounts to look at onion cells under our microscopes. Eric had the great idea to take a photo through the microscope of the cells. Here is some of what we saw!
1 Describe the nucleus in each cell.
2 Which picture shows low resolution and medium resolution?
3 About how many nuclei can you see in the medium resolution picture?
4 About how many cells can you see in the medium resolution picture?
1 Describe the nucleus in each cell.
2 Which picture shows low resolution and medium resolution?
3 About how many nuclei can you see in the medium resolution picture?
4 About how many cells can you see in the medium resolution picture?
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Today's Wrap Up
So the girls' needles are over with for now. Picture day is done. Special thanks to Rade's Salon for all the great work on the boys' hairdos!
We linked our art with our literacy today and created a 'Super Switch.' You've done a great job creating your switches and you've chosen interesting and effective words to motivate you to do something 'super' each day when you turn on your light switch. (Maybe it is even as simple as turning off the switch when you leave the room:)
Some of us aren't checking this blog very often. So, here's a challenge for those of you that do.
Check out my blog from last year and tell me who is in the picture from the most recent post. Send me a comment with the answer and i'll give you 5 bonus chips for your group this week. Don't forget to put your name in the post so I know who to give them to. Tell your classmates to check it out too!
See you in the morning.
We linked our art with our literacy today and created a 'Super Switch.' You've done a great job creating your switches and you've chosen interesting and effective words to motivate you to do something 'super' each day when you turn on your light switch. (Maybe it is even as simple as turning off the switch when you leave the room:)
Some of us aren't checking this blog very often. So, here's a challenge for those of you that do.
Check out my blog from last year and tell me who is in the picture from the most recent post. Send me a comment with the answer and i'll give you 5 bonus chips for your group this week. Don't forget to put your name in the post so I know who to give them to. Tell your classmates to check it out too!
See you in the morning.
Monday, October 3, 2011
Weekly Challenge
The product of two integers is -144.
The sum of the integers is -7.
What are the two integers?
Make up another question involving the product and the sum or difference of two integers.
The sum of the integers is -7.
What are the two integers?
Make up another question involving the product and the sum or difference of two integers.
Magazines Wanted!!
We will be using some magazines for art tomorrow and I'd like to have you bring some extras in if you have some old ones at home.
Don't forget to do your narrative plot (3 points for each of the parts - Intro, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Denouement for the movie of your choice) for tomorrow.
Parents, we did a question today for math that I will use as part of their mark and I will continue gathering data this week from their classwork on integers. We've learned how to add, subtract and multiply and tomorrow we'll dive into dividing integers. Bottom line. If they told you there is no test tomorrow now, they're right.
Home discussion around global issues like child labour, pollution, global warming, war and other topics will help your child in our current unit in literacy.
Don't forget to do your narrative plot (3 points for each of the parts - Intro, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Denouement for the movie of your choice) for tomorrow.
Parents, we did a question today for math that I will use as part of their mark and I will continue gathering data this week from their classwork on integers. We've learned how to add, subtract and multiply and tomorrow we'll dive into dividing integers. Bottom line. If they told you there is no test tomorrow now, they're right.
Home discussion around global issues like child labour, pollution, global warming, war and other topics will help your child in our current unit in literacy.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Class Switches
So we've mixed things up a bit by creating a 7/8 split. We will be together a fair amount though and just finished brainstorming a new schedule to make it all work. Both classes are impacted by the new schedule. We will be together on Day 2, and 4 for the first 3 periods (pe with Mrs. Fraser, Ms. Jamani and the 7's and science with all the 8's), then on Day 2 and 5 during period 6, Mrs. Kindt will have the 7's for Social Studies and Mrs. Fraser will have all the 8's.
This means that French has changed a bit too. On Day 2 it will be during period 8 and Day 4 it will be during period 7.
The math test for my class of 8's will be on Tuesday. It covers adding, subtracting and multiplying integers. Make sure you can explain the WHY behind the rule (not just because your teacher said so!!)
This means that French has changed a bit too. On Day 2 it will be during period 8 and Day 4 it will be during period 7.
The math test for my class of 8's will be on Tuesday. It covers adding, subtracting and multiplying integers. Make sure you can explain the WHY behind the rule (not just because your teacher said so!!)
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