2013+Grade+8+Homework

This is the daily homework for grade 8 in all subject areas.

Estimation: See Monday's homework

__**Thursday, June 19th, 2014**__


 * You will have a chance to visit the carnival during your REGULAR class schedule so you need to report to all of your classes and wait for Mr. Blois to take you to the carnival during his class. If you forgot to bring your money today, you may submit it to Mr. Blois tomorrow, otherwise you will have to go to SBH for a wix session during your carnival time. Thank you for your donations and have fun!


 * Bring some extra cash for snacks and books!

__**Wednesday, June 18th**__

Bring 10 000 won (or more!) for the carnival. Ms. Solmerano will come during AA tomorrow to collect money.

__**Friday, June 13th, 2014**__
 * Math**
 * Check powerschool. Last day to submit any assignments that you have missing are due June 18th.
 * Study for Exam

__**Thursday, June 12, 2014**__


 * Math**
 * Study for your exam.
 * You may bring a non-graphing calculator for your exam. Please remove the cover and anything else on the calculator.
 * Bring a pencil, eraser, and calculator to the exam.
 * Format for final is same as the midterm, with no short answer questions. All questions will be in multiple choice form.
 * Check powerschool. Last day to submit any assignments that you have missing are due June 18th.
 * You may redo vocabulary, if you wish. It must be neat and visually show that you have taken care to complete it thoroughly and properly. It will otherwise not be marked.


 * Socials**
 * Study for your exam!!!
 * The study guide has been emailed to you
 * Essays due tomorrow @ midnight!!! (you will have first period tomorrow to work on it one last time in class)

__**Wednesday, June 11, 2014**__


 * ESL**
 * please complete your essay outline for 'The lessons we learn affect our future' because we will write the actual essay during our ESL time!
 * if you want to get your outline checked, please email it to me (send me the e-files or take a picture) and I will be happy to help you :)
 * think about 3 examples, 3 ideas, 3 parts of a story (beginning, middle, and end) for your body paragraphs.
 * Math**
 * Check powerschool. Last day to submit any assignments that you have missing are due June 18th.

__**Tuesday, June 10th, 2014**__


 * Socials**
 * DBQ essay and essay planning due Friday, June 13th
 * essay should in a shared Google Doc (please make a note of my late policies)
 * Exam study guide has been emailed to you....good luck!!!


 * H&C**
 * e-Portfolios are due June 20th
 * work on this after your exams
 * use the checklist on the H&C wikispace to be sure you will get the best mark possible.
 * Math**
 * Email me by tomorrow evening if there is anything in particular that you would like to cover in preparation for the final
 * Chapter 10 vocabulary quiz on Thursday – multiple choice online.
 * Final Exam
 * Will cover chapter 5-10 (not chapter 11)
 * Do the practice quizzes here to help you study for the final: []
 * Go through Cumulative Review Practice Questions.
 * Chapter 4-7 p326 #5-11
 * Chapter 8-11 p480 #1-6

__**Monday, June 9th, 2014**__


 * Science **
 * 11.3 CYU
 * Read 11.4 lab
 * Next class we are doing 11.6 and 11.8
 * On your own this weekend Exam review and 11.9


 * PE **
 * __Archery Written Test:__ **Thursday, June 12th**. (See archery study guide)
 * __Creative Dance Presentation:__ **Thursday, June 19th**. (See rubric)


 * Language Arts**
 * Bring ** ALL library books ** (and class library books) back to school to hand in WEDNESDAY
 * Look over your Mid-terms and your Exam Guide, so you're prepared for our **review game** THIS WEEK
 * Any **questions about the exam**? Ask BEFORE this weekend because the exam is next MONDAY

__ **Thursday, June 5th, 2014** __


 * PE **
 * __Archery Test:__ **Monday, June 9th**. (See archery study guide)
 * __Creative Dance Presentation:__ **Thursday, June 12th**. (See rubric)
 * Math**
 * If not finished in class (post difficult questions on wiki):
 * 10.4 - 437-438 #1-8
 * Chapter Self Test p440 #1-4
 * Chapter Review: Read p 441, do p442 #1-5
 * Mark Answers
 * Workbook 89, 90, 91
 * Test on Tuesday, June 10th

__**Wednesday, June 4, 2014**__


 * ESL**
 * bring your own pencil and eraser to prepare for the practice essay that we will write tomorrow during ESL


 * Socials**
 * Essay due June 13th


 * H&C**
 * e-Portfolios are due June 20th

__**Tuesday, June 3rd, 2014**__


 * Socials**
 * Final DBQ Essay due June 13th (20% penalty each day it is late)
 * Essay must be typed in a Google Doc that is shared with me (**Age of Exploration - Final Essay - Your Name**)
 * size 12, regular font (Times New Roman)
 * double spaced
 * You will have social studies and H&C next week to work on this

Math
 * H&C**
 * Final updates for your e-Portfolio are due **June 20th** (a mark of 0% will be given if not completed by this date)
 * Check the checklist in the Google Doc to be sure you have everything click here
 * Be sure to email me your complete **username** and **password**, otherwise I will not be able to mark your work.
 * If not finished in class (post difficult questions on wiki):
 * 10.2 - p426 #1, 2-7 (even or odd)
 * 10.3 - p432-433 #1-8 (even or odd) + 9
 * Mark Answers
 * Workbook 89
 * Estimation due on Thursday – last one (see Monday's homework for estimation)
 * Chapter 10 Test on Tuesday, June 10th

__**Monday, June 2, 2014**__


 * PE **
 * Please complete and share your __Cultural Dance Research Projects__ with Mr. LeCain (jlecain@bcacanada.org) by **5:00 pm today**. I am still miss several groups presentations.


 * Language Arts**
 * **Exam Review** due on WEDNESDAY --please ask any questions you might have BEFORE Tuesday night


 * Math**
 * Estimation (__**Due Thursday**__): How many scoops of candy corn will fill the jar? (Using the 1/4 measuring cup)
 * **Useful information:** Candy corn pieces in cup = 19 pieces. Candy corn pieces in bag = 893 pieces (approx)
 * [[image:bcccanadahome/Screen Shot 2014-06-02 at 8.11.11 AM.jpg width="400" height="252"]]

__**Friday, May 30, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Jeopardy Review first part of Monday's class
 * TEST 2nd half of MONDAY's class (Chapter 10) Last test before exam
 * Study guide was emailed to you
 * Last call for sending your Science Fair IBA file


 * PE**
 * Cultural Dance Research Projects Due on **__Monday, June 2nd__** by 5:00pm.

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 * Socials**
 * Read pages 330 - 336 and take Cornell notes
 * Be sure to keep key vocabulary and main ideas in the left column, main ideas in the right, and a summary paragraph in your own words at the bottom of the page
 * **hint**: read and look at everything on the page (images, captions, definitions, etc.)
 * Math**
 * No homework

__**Thursday, May 29th, 2014**__
 * Math**
 * No homework

__**Wednesday May 28, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Delete the large video files in your science fair __**.iba file**__ save and send it to me.
 * 10.4 and 10.5 CYU
 * Review Friday
 * Test Monday and starting Chapter 11 Monday

__**Tuesday, May 27th, 2014**__


 * Socials**
 * Read pages 323 - 329 and take __Cornell notes__ (EST - 30 min.)
 * Be sure to keep **key vocabulary** and **main ideas in the left column**, **supporting ideas and examples in the right**, and a **summary paragraph in your own words at the bottom of the page**
 * **hint**: read and look at everything on the page (images, captions, definitions, etc.)
 * Math**
 * Chapter 9 test on Thursday.
 * Ch 9 vocabulary will also be due on this day. __**Vocabulary written on blank A4 paper will not be accepted. Words & definitions must be written on lined paper.**__
 * Chapter Self-Test p410 if you would like additional practice (optional)

__**Monday, May 26th, 2014**__


 * Language Arts**
 * BEFORE our class on Wednesday, you need to find examples from **Literacy 8 textbooks** for all of the text features we discussed


 * Drama**
 * Make sure you practice your **eye contact, gestures and volume** for the final performance on WEDNESDAY
 * It would also be a good idea to organize ** costumes/props ** for your final performance

__**Thursday May 22, 2014**__

Math
 * If not finished in class (post difficult questions on class wiki):
 * 9.8 - p408 #1-5
 * Chapter Review: Read p411-412, Do p413-414 (all)
 * Mark answers
 * Workbook (84, 85)
 * Estimations due on Friday May 23rd


 * Science**
 * SCIENCE FAIR TOMORROW!!!!! MEANING ALL CLASSES CANCELLED
 * Please BRING SCIENCE materials used in your experiment
 * Please bring your Ipad with the Ibook author Macbook version already uploaded into the Ipad
 * To do this you need to open up //IBook// app with the ipad, connect the cord into the computer and select preview on Ibook Author on your Macbook. Once it's uploaded from the Macbook and Ipad you can then disconnect the cord.
 * If you are still have trouble come find me in the SBH at 8:15am tomorrow morning
 * Bring your MacBook (In case the Ipad does not work properly)
 * GOOD LUCK to all and MAY THE JUDGES BE FOREVER IN YOUR FAVOR!!!

__**Wednesday May 21, 2014**__

__**Science**__
 * Please double check the rubric while adding last minute pieces to your science fair projects tonight. Spelling and grammar COUNT! so please read and double check everything in IBOOK AUTHOR!!!!
 * Both IBook Author and Journals need to be finished by tomorrow - Putting .iba files onto IPads during AA time or class time tomorrow. Bring IPad's to school tomorrow if you have one with the CONNECTING CORD!
 * Presentations Friday for Judges and in class next week with Mr. Marks

__**Tuesday, May 20, 2014**__


 * Jeff and Kevin**
 * Check your email for reminders :) (Ms. Solmerano)
 * Math**
 * If not finished in class (post difficult questions on class wiki):
 * 9.7 - p402-403 #1, 2, 3, 6, 7
 * Mark answers
 * Workbook (83)


 * __Monday May 19, 2014__**


 * Science**


 * IBook Author and journal fully complete by Thursday May 22
 * Please see the both rubrics sent to your email to receive the best grade
 * curriculum work postponed to Next week

> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I48XfGLI-58 > --> GOOD: tone/fluctuation, hang gestures, sound effects, use of script, position/posture, simple costume > --> NOT so GOOD: lack of eye contact, volume & expression, pronunciation
 * Drama**
 * Here is an example of a reader's theatre that was done really well:
 * Remember what was good and not so good about the performances we watched today

__**Friday, May 16th, 2014**__
 * Math**
 * No new homework. See Thursday's homework.
 * Will have a retest of quiz 9.1-9.4 on Tuesday

__**Thursday, May 15, 2014**__

ESL
 * Bring your ESL notebooks for your homework check TOMORROW since you had to write the Gauss exam today


 * Math**
 * If not finished in class (post difficult questions on class wiki):
 * 9.5 - p391-392 #1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 9
 * 9.6 - p397- 399 #1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 12
 * Mark answers
 * Video 9.7
 * Workbook (82)
 * Estimation due Friday

__**Wednesday, May 14th, 2014**__

Language Arts
 * **Scavenger Hunt**: Make sure you and your partner have completed the **questions**, and return your page and Literacy 8a textbook tomorrow

__ **Tuesday, May 13, 2014** __

Science
 * Science Fair: Recording all observations - Videos, pictures and words (**DUE TOMORROW**)
 * Science Fair Rubric
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 * Socials**
 * Complete your Cornell Note research from the textbook or website for your country AND another source(s)
 * Be sure to bring any materials you may need, to work on your poster next class on Friday. It's not a bad idea to plan out your poster and pre-write your paragraphs and captions.
 * Posters will be handed in at the end of class on Friday.


 * H&C**
 * Handout and Google Doc (Your Name - Body Image) due next Tuesday.
 * Math**
 * If not finished in class (post difficult questions on class wiki):
 * 9.4 - p381-382 #1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7
 * Midchapter Review: Read p383-384, Do p384 #1-7
 * Mark answers
 * Video 9.5 & 9.6
 * Workbook 81 & 81
 * Quiz on Thursday 9.1-9.4
 * Estimation due Friday

__**Friday, May 9, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Come with a video of you doing your science fair experiment


 * Math**
 * Finish online quiz 9.1-9.2
 * Practice Questions (post difficult questions on class wiki):
 * 9.1 - p368-369 #1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8
 * 9.2 - p374-376 #1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9
 * Mark answers
 * Video 9.4
 * Workbook 78 & 79
 * ESL**
 * look at grammar record and make sure grammatical rules are entered into your charts e.g. 'preposition'; 'article'; 'word choice' (15 min.)
 * if grammatical rules are missing from your chart, you will have a lot of work to do during our next grammar workshop! Please try to do as much as you can at home and email me if you need help

__**Thursday, May 8th, 2014**__
 * Math**
 * Video 9.1 & 9.2 (Videos will be posted later this evening)
 * Workbook 76 & 77
 * Estimation due Friday, May 9

__**Wednesday, May 7**__


 * Science**
 * Bring questions/concerns to the class about the science fair
 * Record all your experiment data in the journal and show me on Friday
 * Follow the deadline checklist in the Science Fair google Doc


 * ESL**
 * bring ESL notebooks to class with homework from April 17 ready to be checked **(make sure the date is written at the top)**

__**Tuesday, April 29th, 2014**__


 * Socials**
 * Finish taking Cornell Notes for homework - from textbook pages 310 to 316 (est. 40 min.) - **DUE FRIDAY NEXT WEEK (MAY 9th)**
 * left column for main ideas and key vocabulary
 * right column for definitions and supporting details/facts/examples for the main ideas
 * bottom row is for summarizing each page of notes
 * Complete the DBQ handout package (est 40 min.) - **DUE FRIDAY NEXT WEEK (MAY 9th)**


 * H&C**
 * Complete the handouts - **DUE TUESDAY, MAY 13TH**
 * Write a definition in your own words for each vocabulary word
 * compete the crossword (you may need to use a dictionary to help you out)
 * Math**
 * Misleading graphs project due after break, May 8th, at the start of class. **Make sure you read your rubric.**
 * Estimation due Friday, May 9th (link above)

__**Monday, April 28th, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Chapter 10 Vocabulary on Optics - See individual Course Wiki for the words
 * Procedure/Materials and variables completed by tonight at midnight
 * Science Fair reflections


 * Language Arts**
 * make sure you bring your **novel and reading log** to class EVERY DAY --not bringing these items will mean that you are UNPREPARED
 * Reading Logs will be collected on **Wednesday** since it is the end of April

__**Friday, April 25, 2014**__
 * Math**
 * Work on your projects. They are due the first class we have after break, May 8th.

__ **Thursday, April 24, 2014** __
 * Math **
 * Work on your project. You will have Friday's and Tuesday's class to work on it. Email me if you'll need any special materials.
 * Project due May 8th at the start of class. You can hand it in earlier if you like.
 * Vocabulary due on Thursday, May 8th.
 * Estimation due this Friday. Estimation sheets are by the door in the classroom.

__ **Tuesday, April 22, 2014** __ **Math**
 * If not finished in class (Post difficult questions on classroom wiki)
 * 8.4 - p347 #1-3, 5, 6
 * 8.5 - Read p351- 352; Do p352-353 #2-5
 * Mark answers
 * Bring a picture, screenshot, or physical piece of the nutritional information of a cereal box.
 * Fill out the worksheet based on that nutritional information
 * Hand in your chapter 7 test corrections by Friday.

__ **Thursday, April 17, 2014** __


 * Science**
 * **Chapter Review next class. Chapter 5 test Wednesday (Study Guide in Science 8 Wiki)**

MS Students I would like to announce 3 important things

1) Some people have not sent me their Science Fair google doc and/or some people have not allowed me to edit their work. Please CHECK NOW in your google doc

2) I have added a proper table and template into your google docs. Please erase the i.e (examples) I shared in the template and put in your own work.

3) Please have a initial hypothesis based on lots of research that you will do for homework this weekend in your journal ready for next class!


 * Bring PE clothes and water bottles for our field trip to the park tomorrow **
 * Bring money for the PTA Bazaar **
 * Bring back your yearbook forms if you want to buy a yearbook **

Math
 * 8.3 - p341 #1-5 (est: 15min)

__**Wednesday, April 16**__

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 * Science **
 * Create a Google Doc called " Name Science Fair Project Journal Log"
 * Fill out the topic recommender for a second opinion
 * Paste the link of topic options the recommender gave you from the above link in your google doc
 * Create a table of contents in the first page of your document.
 * Cut and paste the" 7 Selecting a topic questions and answers" underneath the table of contents
 * Deadline Table put in your google Doc
 * MUST HAVE A TOPIC


 * ESL**
 * Bring ESL notebooks with complete sentences written out by hand and the date written clearly at the top of the page

__**Tuesday, April 15th, 2014**__

Please complete the handouts (24 hour food intake and 24 hour physical activity)
 * H&C**
 * To be completed tonight and returned to me in AA tomorrow
 * Starting from **lunch today** until **lunch tomorrow**.


 * Socials**
 * Download your essay with my comments and the rubric I used to mark your work. It will be coming to you in an email after school today.
 * Look at them closely and compare the marks I gave you to the marks you gave yourself today in class. If they are very different we need to have a conversation about how we can help each other better understand the expectations for grade 8 writing.
 * Complete the handout from class for Monday next week.


 * Math**
 * If not finished in class
 * 8.2 - Read p 336; Do p337-338 #1-6
 * Workbook p70

__**Monday, April 14**__


 * ESL **


 * Check your grammar records one more time and make sure your homework reflects the changes that I made
 * Remember to bring your ESL notebook on Thursday!


 * Science**
 * Select a science fair project partner or not - either is ok
 * Create a google Doc called "Name Science Fair Journal Log"
 * Each group member fill out the the below questions
 * 5.7 (Pressure, Temperature and Volume) Lab due Monday April 21, 2014
 * Please include the peer and self assessment for the Volume, Pressure and Temperature lab

Websites [|__http://www.sciencebob.com/index.php__] [|__http://googleblog.blogspot.kr/2013/09/and-winner-of-2013-google-science-fair.html__] [|__http://www.sciencebob.com/sciencefair/ideas.php__] [|__http://www.education.com/science-fair/__] [|__http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/projects.html__]

Selecting a Topic In your google doc, create the following headings in bold and brainstorm __2-5 ideas for each point__. This will help you start brainstorming and researching ideas that you find interesting and would be passionate pursuing

1. Things that interest me Create a list of things that interest you. 2. Current Newspapers are Articles Do some research of what’s going on now. Write down what you found the most interesting. 3. Needs & Events Consider a need that exists or a recent event that may be worthy of investigation (the oil spill in Vancouver harbor generated a number of excellent regional science fair entries on mopping up oil spills, and oil spill prevention); 4. Thinking Back Investigate the properties of something familiar to you or that has intrigued you; allow the project to grow out of something you have enjoyed doing or considering; 5. Building it up Build on previous experiences either in class or in other projects. 6. Top Five Pick the most interesting idea from each of the five sections above. 7. This is IT! Now pick the final topic that you are the most interested in and think will be able to put all your passion into to dedicate your time, knowledge, and scientific approach to exploring.

__**Friday, April 11**__
 * Math**
 * What to do you think - Chapter 8
 * ESL**
 * have 5 mistakes entered into your grammar record (the google doc) by 8:00 pm tonight!
 * failure to complete this simple task will result in a HW ROC on Monday so please take care to do this as it should only take about 5 minutes


 * __Thursday, April 10__**
 * ESL**
 * make sure there are 5 corrections in your grammar record **by** Friday 8:00 pm
 * Math**
 * Good job on your projects and tests!
 * No estimation sheet homework. I did not post information early on this week.

__**Wednesday, April** 9__


 * Science**
 * 5.5 CYU
 * Syringe exercise questions done in class on pneumatics and hydraulics


 * ESL**
 * bring your ESL notebooks with the date written clearly at the top!
 * InfoTech**
 * Well done on your final games!
 * If you have not handed in your game, notebook, or work ethic rubric please submit it by this Friday.

__**Tuesday, April 8**__


 * Music**
 * Favorite Artist Presentations will go on Thursday


 * Socials**
 * Read pages 347 and 352
 * Complete the handout on the Counter Reformation


 * Annie, Adam, Youngjin and Kevin (ESL)**
 * check your emails from me about last week's grammar workshop! You are close to getting ROCs so please do this today!
 * Math**
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki) [est 20min; class time was given to complete this]
 * Self Test p322 #1-5
 * Chapter Review: Read p323, Do p234 #1-6
 * Optional: Workbook self-test (67&68)
 * Check your answers
 * Tessellation Project due on Thursday, April 10th.
 * Ch7 mini-test on Thursday April 10th. Chapter vocabulary also due on this day.
 * Last day for any un-submitted assignments is April 11th.
 * If you would like to improve your mark for the ch6 project, it is due on Friday.

__**Monday April 5, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Fluids and Pressure Lab due Wednesday - Part of term 4 grades.
 * InfoTech**
 * Scratch game due tomorrow at midnight. Make sure you name your file properly "IT8 - First Last Name - Scratch Game"
 * Notebooks will be collected next class and marked for completion. Check you have the following.
 * Scratch card descriptions
 * Planning page for "About Me" assignment
 * What are two strategies that you use (or could use) when you get stuck while designing?
 * Planning page for "Automatic Circle Square" assignment
 * Planning page for "Dancing Band" assignment
 * All handouts that were given to you are there.
 * Planning page for "Game" assignment

__**Friday, April 4, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * 5.4 CYU questions 1-5


 * Math**
 * Over the weekend, complete your tessellation drawing & Escher Research. Will be checked on Tuesday.
 * Read p318-319; do 7.8 - 320 #1-4 (Due Tuesday, April 8th)
 * Tessellation Project due on Thursday, April 10th. Will have class time on Tuesday to work on project.
 * Ch7 mini-test on Thursday April 10th.
 * Last day for any un-submitted assignments is April 11th.

__**Thursday, April 3, 2014**__


 * Math**
 * Try to have your tessellation stencil finished by tomorrow.
 * Check your email, the course evaluation form was sent to you. But, you will have time in class tomorrow to fill it out.
 * Tessellation due on Thursday, April 10.
 * Mini-test on Thursday, April 10

__**Wednesday, April 2, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Test corrections due back for 3 marks on Friday
 * Fluid under Pressure Lab due Monday at Midnight in term 4
 * Chapter 5 vocabulary due Friday
 * ESL**
 * study March's grammar lessons
 * bring ESL notebooks with COMPLETE SENTENCES
 * InfoTech**
 * Work on your game projects. Due April 8th.
 * If you're having trouble, send me your file and email your questions.
 * Typing test on April 8th. Will only be looking at technique (where you're looking are and what fingers you're typing with)

__**Tuesday, April 1st**__


 * Socials**
 * Read pages 340 - 346 in your textbook for homework.
 * Copy the mind map “Driving the Demand for Change” into your binder
 * Answer the two questions from “Exploring Sources” on page 345 in paragraph form in your binder - topic sentence, supporting sentences, concluding sentence
 * H&C **
 * portfolio presentations (must have something for each of the seven required sections) next Tuesday
 * Safety and Injury Prevention videos due next Tuesday

> --make sure you go over any details with your group that are confusing BEFORE the quiz
 * Language Arts**
 * Lit. Circles **tomorrow**, so please have your worksheet for YOUR role ready for tomorrow's discussion
 * AR Quiz on **Friday**
 * Bookmark the new link for Renaissance Place:@https://rpna2.renlearn.co.kr/rpna87rs/public/rpm/login/Login.aspx?srcID=t
 * Math**
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 7.5 - p309 #2-5
 * Workbook 63, 65
 * Check your answers
 * Can start thinking about your Escher Tessellation
 * Test corrections for chapter 6 due on Thursday.
 * Estimation due on Friday (http://www.estimation180.com/uploads/1/3/8/8/13883834/9735253_orig.jpg?536)
 * Submission cut-off date for all assignments: April 11th

__**Monday, March 31st, 2014**__


 * H&C**
 * Portfolio and Safety Video presentations have been moved to next Tuesday
 * Tomorrow's class will be a work period on either your video or your portfolio


 * Science**
 * 5.2 CYU due Wednesday
 * Chapter 5 Vocab due Friday (Please full and compete sentences)


 * InfoTech**
 * Work on Scratch Game. Due April 8th.
 * Typing test on April 8th.

__**Friday, March 21st, 2014**__


 * Socials**
 * Essays due April 1st.
 * at least 1 page
 * size 12 font, arial
 * 1.5 spacing
 * 5 paragraph format (introduction, at least 3 body paragraphs, conclusion)

__**Thursday, March 20th, 2014**__
 * Math**
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 7.4 - Read p298 – 301; Do p302 #1-5
 * Review Read p304; p305 #1-4
 * Check your answers


 * Socials**
 * Bring your completed DBQ graphic organizers for the 9 documents tomorrow!!!


 * H&C**
 * Storyboards due Tuesday after the break!!!

__**Wednesday March 19, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Study for quiz on Friday Chapter 4 - Study guide in my wiki - check it out
 * CYU
 * **4.10** - Q1 -4, **4.11**-Q1,2,3, **4.12** - Q1,3,5,6 ||


 * ESL**
 * Bring ESL notebooks with corrections written out in COMPLETE SENTENCES and with the date written at the top :)
 * Math**
 * You will have 30 minutes at the start of class tomorrow to work on this:
 * 7.1 – Workbook 59
 * 7.2 - p292 #1-5
 * Workbook 60
 * 7.3 - p296 #3-7
 * Workbook 61
 * Test corrections due on Thursday, April 3rd.
 * If you can figure out the compound that is on my necklace, come to me outside of class time and tell me what it is.

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__**Tuesday, March 18, 2014**__


 * Music**
 * Videos must be edited and ready to submit and view in front of the class by Thursday NO EXCUSES

__**Monday, March 17th, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * 4.7 CYU 2 & 4 due Wed for class
 * 4.9 CYU 1-4 due Wed for class
 * Density Lab: Some liquids don't mix due Thursday Midnight (PLEASE SYNC)
 * Chapter 4 Quiz Friday after "Hero" play see study guide in Individual Course Wiki
 * InfoTech**
 * Complete a planning page for your game.
 * Start working on your game scripting. Due April 8th.
 * Typing test on April 8th.

__**Thursday, March 13th, 2014**__


 * Language Arts**
 * read, read, read, read, read and read your **novel**
 * then, you can get a head start on our **Literature Circle** (Wednesday)
 * have a WONDERFUL WEEKEND! (that's a MUST!)


 * Math**
 * Look for tessellations in your environment. Be prepared to share your findings next class.

__**Wednesday, March 12th, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Relating to Mass and Volume Lab - Due Monday at Midnight
 * 4.4 Viscosity Lab

__**Tuesday, March 11th, 2014**__


 * Math** (est: all of your work could have been finished in class)
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * Review: Read p281; Do p282 (all)
 * Check your answers
 * Chapter 6 Test on March 13 th . Vocabulary also due on this day.
 * Complete estimation handout. Due Thursday, March 13th.


 * Socials**
 * Do not lose the handouts given to you today in Socials class (DBQ)
 * Read through the documents and fill out the **Analytical Category Graphic Organizer** after looking at the 10 documents (EST - 60 min.)
 * Have your main ideas and examples extracted from each document and organized by **Analytical Category** to be shared with your partner next class
 * InfoTech**
 * Explore the possible games on Scratch (http://scratch.mit.edu/explore/projects/games/)
 * Use the handouts and play around with some of the possibilities on scratch.
 * Create a planning page in your notebook for a game idea. Keep it simple! Games like pong or a maze are okay!

__**Monday, March 10th, 2014**__
 * Science**
 * **4.4 Viscosity Lab - Peer and self assessment and analysis with graph. Due Wednesday Midnight**


 * InfoTech**
 * Automatic Square, Circle Project due tonight at midnight

__**Friday, March 7th, 2014**__
 * Science**
 * Viscosity Try This 2 a,b,c,d from lesson 4.3
 * Socials**
 * Read the handout, Renaissance and Reformation Section 2
 * In your binder, create a graphic organizer to identify information about the following in the Northern Renaissance:
 * philosophers
 * writers
 * artists
 * Answer the caption questions on the handout as well
 * (30 min.) - due Tuesday
 * Math**
 * Homework from last class will be checked next class.
 * Complete estimation handout. Due Thursday, March 13th.
 * How many sheets of paper in one ream (one package)? http://www.estimation180.com/uploads/1/3/8/8/13883834/7332319_orig.jpg?539
 * Chapter 6 Test MOVED TO Thursday March 13th. Vocabulary also due on this day.

__**Wednesday March 5, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * 4.2 CYU
 * Vocabulary due Friday at midnight
 * Math** (est: most of work should have been finished in class. 15min)
 * Workbook 57 & 58
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * Read p274-275
 * Do 6.6 - p277 #1-4
 * Self Test p280 Check your answers
 * Chapter 6 Test on March 11th. Vocabulary also due on this day.

__**Tuesday, March 4th, 2014**__


 * Socials**
 * Complete the handout on Erasmus (10 min.)
 * read pages 286-287 in your textbook (10 min.)
 * Do question 1 in "Apply It" on page 287 (10 min.)
 * Quiz redo on Friday!!!!


 * Math **


 * Video 6.5 (Optional)
 * Workbook 55, 56
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 6.5 - p271-273 #3(pick4), 4, 5(pick4), 8, 10, 12
 * Check your answers
 * Chapter 6 Test on March 11th. Vocabulary also due on this day.

__**Monday, March 3, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * 4.1 CYU all questions and answers written in Evernote


 * InfoTech**
 * If you have not already done so, submit your Band Dancing Party project. Tonight by midnight.
 * No new homework for next class. Explore with automatic drawing and circle, square art. (More information on the project requirements and the rubric will be given to you next class.)

__**Friday, Feb. 28**__


 * Math**
 * Video 6.3 & 6.4
 * Workbook 53 & 54
 * Practice Questions (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 6.4 - p264-267 #1, 2, 4, 5, 8(pick2), 10(pick2), 14, 15
 * Check your answers
 * Quiz 6.1 – 6.4 on Tuesday, March 4


 * Socials**
 * read and take notes from pages 276 - 284
 * Create a sentence that identifies the main idea of an important paragraph or section
 * Then create a bullet point list of supporting facts/details/information that explain the idea
 * Done in a Google Doc titled "**Your Name - Renaissance and Reformation Section 1**"


 * This will be shared in class on Tuesday

__**Thursday, February 27**__


 * Music**
 * Must have a full page plan by Tuesday outlining the following things
 * Type of music
 * Props or material
 * Description of what will happen at start/middle/end
 * Setting: Places where you will film the video
 * Adding lyrics if not are you lip singing? Have a plan for this


 * IT**
 * Dance Band project due on Monday, March 3 at the start of class


 * __Wednesday, February 26th, 2014__**


 * Science**
 * Chapter 4 Vocabulary due Friday March 7, 2014 at midnight.

> *Q1, Q2 and Q3 STAR Reading Test Scores > *AR Goal > *AR Points/Month (for example, if your AR Goal is 12 points, then you will write 4 points/month) > *February points > *Reading Record
 * Student council: meeting at lunch tomorrow. Bring permission slips to avoid getting an 'N' on your ROC :)**
 * Language Arts**
 * **Grammar Test** is on FRIDAY, so please review your worksheets to be successful on the test.
 * Complete your **Sentence Monkey worksheet** as practice for the Grammar Test.
 * Finish filling out your **Reading Log** (for February) --it is also due on FRIDAY. I will be looking at the:


 * Math**
 * If not finished in class: (make sure to share these difficult questions with your teacher next class. )
 * 6.2 - p256-257 #3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, 15 Mid-chapter
 * Review: Read p258 & 259; Do p 259 (all) Check your answers
 * Quiz 6.1 – 6.4 on Tuesday, March 4


 * tomorrow is the last day to buy dance tickets!**

__**Tuesday, February 25th, 2014**__


 * Socials**
 * Group Work Assessment Sheet due next class (EST - 10-15 minutes)
 * Complete the Checklist
 * Complete the Contribution chart
 * Circle any bullet points that describe your achievements as a group member in the rubric
 * Be sure to share your presentations (PPT's) with me!
 * InfoTech**
 * No homework. Work on your dance band projects. We will have Math class tomorrow.

__**Monday, February 24**__


 * Science**
 * Make sure the sharing the workload document for the project is put in Evernote and Sync.


 * Language Arts**
 * **Grammar Test** on FRIDAY --make sure you continue practicing different parts of speech
 * **Reading Log** due on FRIDAY --continue reading at home (your next **option** for an AR Quiz is next Monday)
 * Math**
 * 6.1 - p248-250 #1(pick2), 3, 6, 11, 12, 16a, 18
 * Video 6.1 (optional) & 6.2 (will be available Tuesday)
 * Workbook 51 & 52
 * Projects due at start of class on Wednesday, February 26th.

__**Friday, February 21, 2014**__


 * Nanjing Students** - add information to your slides for the presentation on Monday. Check your email on Saturday with some other practice questions.

> --we will also have library time on Monday, so you can get a new novel > >> @http://www.eslgamesworld.com/members/games/grammar/basketball/Articles/Articles%20definite%20and%20indefinite.html >> >> **Prepositions:** Football (Soccer Shoot out) game >> @http://www.eslgamesworld.com/members/games/grammar/football/prepositions/prepostions%20penalty%20game.html >>  >> **Prepositions:** Spin the Wheel game @http://www.eslgamesplus.com/preposition-interactive-grammar-game-for-esl-wheel-game/ >> **Conjunctions:** Wheel of Fortune game >> @http://www.eslgamesworld.com/members/games/grammar/wheel/conjunctions_wheel.html
 * Language Arts**
 * Continue reading over the weekend (at least 30 minutes/day) and we will have another **AR Quiz** on MONDAY if you didn't get a chance to do one on Friday
 * Practice proper grammar with the following games. We will be having a **Grammar Test** on FRIDAY
 * **Articles:** Basketball game


 * Math**
 * Math projects due at the start of class on Tuesday. Make sure you check all of the requirements on the instruction sheet & rubric/checklist. Most of your work should have been completed in class.

__ **Thursday, February 20** __

**Music**
 * Email me final version of vocals project in an .**m4a** file by Midnight Friday - No excuses. Late marks will be -2 on the first day -1 every day after.
 * Send me the lyrics in the email too! No lyrics you may lose marks
 * Math**
 * Cereal box projects due Friday, February 21, 2014 at 4:00

__ **Wednesday, February 19, 2014** __

Bring 3000 won if you would like to buy a dance ticket during AA:)


 * InfoTech:** (est: students' discretion)
 * You will have class time on Tuesday to work on your Dancing Band project. If you did not get enough done in class, finish up some more at home. Due Wednesday, February 26th at the start of class.
 * ESL **
 * bring ESL notebooks and have them in the classroom right at 12:15 pm (please do not ask to go to your lockers at that time)

__**Tuesday, February 18, 2014**__


 * Language Arts**
 * Complete your **Prepositions** practice sheet (p. 47) by doing the following...
 * **Solve it:** Look at the picture and complete the sentences **(5 mins)**
 * **Try It:** Write four sentences that include (different) prepositional phrases. Underline the prepositions in your sentences **(10 mins)**
 * **AR QUIZ on Friday :D**


 * Music**
 * Must have voices recorded into music by Thursday (2nd draft) > 10 mins
 * Project due Friday 8am

Bring 3000 won if you would like to buy a dance ticket during AA:)


 * Socials**
 * Be sure to complete your individual objectives for the group project for **Friday**
 * EST - 10 min. each day (total of 30 min. work)
 * Friday's class will be an 80 minute work period on the group project
 * Tuesday morning, you will present, with the first 10 minutes to prepare.
 * Health and Career class next week will become a make-up socials lesson on the Renaissance


 * Math** (est: most of work should be done at school)
 * Work on your project at home if you do not feel you completed enough today.
 * // If you need any materials on Thursday (scissors, cardboard, markers, etc) email me by Wednesday night. //
 * Projects due on Friday, February 21
 * Chapter 5 vocabulary also due Friday, February 21

__**Monday February 17, 2014**__


 * Language Arts**

Complete your **Articles** practice sheet (p. 49) by doing the following...
 * **Prove it:** Proofread the paragraph and change any incorrect articles to the correct ones. **(10 mins)**
 * **Try It:** What is your favourite play, movie, or TV show? Write a paragraph describing your favourite. Underline the articles. **(10 mins)**


 * Science**
 * Presentation begin on Wednesday - Only time to rehearse and go over class activity- Bring all your resources, supplies on Wednesday.
 * Find time to meet up with group members to finalize presentation projects.
 * Sharing the workload document is due from each student by Friday Feb 21, 2014
 * Ask yourself three questions: Is my presentation informative? Will the students be engaged? and am I an expert on the system? If so, then you'll do great!
 * Test corrections due Wed in class


 * InfoTech**
 * In your notebook create a plan for your dancing band project.
 * You will have all of Thursday, February 20, and some of Tuesday, February 25th to work on this.

__**Friday, February 14, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Test corrections due Monday
 * Last day to work on Project (bring materials for your class activity- if you have any)


 * Math** - est 20min
 * Finish your 3D Net character
 * Read through the project rubric and start planning with your group. You will have Tuesday & Thursday to work on your project in class.
 * Chapter 5 vocabulary due Friday, February 21.

__**Thursday, February 13, 2014**__
 * Math (time: 15min)**
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 5.7 p231 #1-5
 * Review: Read p235 – 236
 * Do p233-234 (all)
 * Check your answers

__**Wednesday February 12, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Bring Ideas to the group on how to make your presentation fun and interactive on your human body system.
 * Your interactive lesson idea must be outlined by Friday

**Student Council**
 * hand in your permission slips by tomorrow 3:30 pm
 * if you have lost your permission slip, make a new one and get your club teacher's signature
 * anyone who doesn't hand this in will get an 'N' for not being prepared
 * InfoTech**
 * Make sure you are bringing a notebook regularly to class. If you want to leave it in the classroom, that's okay.
 * Submit your "About Me" assignment through email by midnight on Friday.

__**Tuesday, February 11th, 2014**__


 * Music**
 * First draft done of lyrics by Thursday
 * rhythm and beat with instruments complete (final draft) by Thursday
 * Socials**
 * finish reading and taking notes on your assigned section from the textbook; you will meet with your group to identify important information that answers your assigned question (to be included in your presentation).
 * H&C**
 * Complete the Relationship Journey Map for next class
 * Math**
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 5.5 - p220 #2, 3(pick3), 5, 6(pick2), 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14
 * 5.6 – p 225 #2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11
 * Check your answers
 * Online Quiz 5.5 & 5.6
 * Email me with the PDF of your character net (http://www.cubeecraft.com/ or http://www.papercraftmuseum.com/) ANYTHING that you are willing to make.

__**Monday, February 10th, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Quiz on Wednesday (See study guide in individual course wiki) (2.5 CYU answers now posted in EVER-NOTE)
 * Project working in class after quiz Wednesday
 * InfoTech**
 * Check your email: Scratch cards, reference guide, and "About me" rubric is in there
 * Make sure you have all your notes finished for the "Scratch Cards"
 * Finish your planning page "About me"
 * Finish your "About Me" Scratch program - **due Wednesday, February 12.**

__**Friday, February 7th, 2014**__


 * Socials**
 * Reread pages 176 - 183 in your textbook.
 * Copy the question from my shared Evernote social studies notebook into your own social studies notebook in Evernote
 * You can join it by clicking on the link on my homepage on the wikispace.
 * Answer the question in your notebook and be sure to sync Evernote when you are finished
 * Math **
 * No homework! Hurrah!


 * Science**
 * 2.5 Cell Wars CYU

__**Thursday, February 6th, 2014**__

Music
 * Must have a 2-3 minute song with instrumentation added. NO LYRICS please!

> 1. for STAR Reading Scores, check ** PowerSchool Q1, Q2, and Q3 ** > 2. for your AR goal, check ** Accelerated Reader ** (https://hosted286.renlearn.com/3110389) and look at your goal on your main page > 3. for your AR points/month, divide your goal by 3 (for 3 months); for example, an ** AR goal of 12 ** divided by ** 3 months ** = ** 4 points per month **. > (If your book is NOT in the AR system then you will NOT be able to get points for it --this means you should pick a new book to reach your goal) > ALSO... >> FOR EXAMPLE: **blue** for nouns, **pink or purple** for adjectives, **orange or red** for verbs and **green** for adverbs :D
 * Language Arts **
 * complete the **top part** of your **Reading Log (**STAR Reading Scores, AR Goal and AR points/month**) using these 3 EASY STEPS...**
 * to see how many points your current novel is worth, check ** http://www.arbookfind.com/ **
 * bring ** 4 different colours ** of pens, pencil crayons OR highlighters (on ** FRIDAY ** )
 * Math**
 * IN ACADEMIC ADVISORY: Please respond to my email of what your favourite character is
 * If not finished in class:
 * Review: Read p 214-215
 * Do p216 (all)
 * Check your answers

__**Wednesday, February 5th, 2014**__

>> FOR EXAMPLE: ** blue ** for nouns, ** pink or purple ** for adjectives, ** orange or red ** for verbs and ** green ** for adverbs :D >
 * Language Arts**
 * complete your **Adjectives Test**
 * bring your **Q2 Reading Log** AND **current novel** (for independent reading) to class tomorrow
 * bring **4 different colours** of pens, pencil crayons OR highlighters (on **FRIDAY**)
 * Science**
 * 2.4 CYU questions 1 to 3
 * Projects introduce on Monday (Picking Systems.)
 * Chapter 2 Quiz on Tuesday


 * InfoTech**
 * Bring a notebook (lined or unlined) to class by Tuesday, February 11th)
 * Explore the projects to see what's possible and get some ideas: http://scratch.mit.edu/explore/?date=this_month
 * If you didn't finish the Scratch Cards, you'll have some time next class to complete them.

__**Tuesday, February 4th, 2014**__


 * Socials**
 * Summarize the section “The Craft Guilds” on page 178 into one paragraph (in your own words of course) in your binder.
 * Copy the flow chart of learning a trade on page 179 in your binder.


 * Health and Career**
 * Update your e-portfolios!!!
 * You must add/create 6 sub-pages from your main homepage, titled as follows:
 * About Me
 * Educational History
 * Career Research
 * University Research
 * Goals
 * Community Service
 * All of these sections should be updated as well; meaning you have projects we have worked on in Health and Career class that you need to reformat for your website, your e-portfolio. (The only one you may leave blank is the University Research one, as we have not yet done this)
 * **NEW STUDENTS**: Create a Wix account (click here) and begin getting familiar with designing your own website. It would be good if you had one main home page, with the 6 sub-pages listed above as well.
 * Math**
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 5.3 - P205-206 #1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11
 * 5.4 - P212-213 #2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10
 * Check your answers
 * Online Quiz 5.3 & 5.4
 * Quiz 5.1 – 5.4 on February 7 th.

__**Monday, February 3, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Chapter two vocab. due today
 * CYU 2.2 #2,4,6 and CYU 2.3 #1,2,3


 * InfoTech**
 * Play around with Scratch program

__**Tuesday, January 28th, 2014**__


 * Math**
 * Video 5.3 & 5.4
 * Workbook 44, 45
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 5.2 - p198 #2, 4-9
 * Check your answers
 * **Online quiz 5.1 & 5.2 (please finish by Sunday night)**
 * Quiz 5.1 – 5.4 on February 7th.

__**Monday, January 27, 2014**__

http://www.goorulearning.org/#resource-play&id=9c980765-07ec-491e-adf0-885a4f6b8cf1&pn=resource
 * Science**
 * 2.1 CYU in Evernote due next Monday
 * Chapter 2 vocabulary (See individual course wiki)due next Monday
 * Tissue video below

__**Friday, January 24, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Osmosis Lab with Analysis questions - ( No Peer or Self Assessment)

> CONSIDER: What made you think of that story? How is it the same? How is it different?
 * Language Arts**
 * complete the **Venn Diagram**, comparing //Life is Beautiful (1997)// to another another story you know
 * it can be another movie you have watched or another book you have read, but pick something that hasn't been studied in class --this is supposed to be a personal response

__ **Thursday, January 23, 2014** __

**Math**


 * Video 5.0 (review of what we covered today)
 * Workbook 42, 43
 * Finish your 3D net from class.
 * Check your powerschool tonight. Last day for any final submission is tomorrow, Friday January 24th.

__ **Wednesday, January 22, 2014** __

ESL __**Friday, January 17, 2014**__
 * bring your ESL notebooks with your written out corrections from last week (new students too!)
 * You should have 15-25 sentences to write. If you don't know what to write, please use the 3 examples from this keynote presentation


 * Science**


 * Study for the mid-year exam - USE THE STUDY GUIDE!


 * Math**
 * Study for you midterm - google doc has a compilation of all your created practice questions
 * Anything that you have not handed in is due January 24th.
 * Hand in binders next week so that you have your notes to study from.

__**Thursday, January 16, 2014**__


 * ESL**
 * study hard for your exams! If you need some outlines for essays, go to the grade 8 page on the ESL wiki
 * ESL corrections from last week will count for next week's homework check. Please make sure you have your corrections written out by hand in your ESL notebook and bring it to LA next Thursday morning
 * good luck on your exams!
 * Math**
 * Study for your midterm.
 * Anything that you have not handed in is due January 24th.
 * Binders are due next week, Wednesday, so that you have them to study from.

__**Wednesday, January 15, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * 1.6,1.7,1.8 CYU
 * Osmosis Video is below: http://www.goorulearning.org/#resource-play&id=c226df15-6d50-421a-a085-be88c8aef9c7&pn=resource
 * Study session this Friday.


 * ESL**
 * fill out survey that was emailed you earlier today (please do it now it will only take 2 min.)
 * check email tonight for further instructions


 * Socials**
 * prepare for your exam next week

__**Tuesday, January 14, 2014**__


 * Math**
 * Chapter 4 test next class
 * Chapter 4 vocabulary & binders due on Friday.
 * Submit your created questions in the online google form.
 * -3 multiple choice questions
 * -1 word problem
 * -1 question that involves a diagram
 * Reminder: Midterm Exam: Ch1-4
 * Cumulative Review on p138 is a good idea to cover for ch1-3
 * Work on booklets given last class for additional practice
 * **Check powerschool for any work you may be missing. Last day for collecting work will be January 24** **th . **

__Monday, January 13, 2014__

Science**


 * 1.6 CYU all questions - This lesson was not done in class but please read the PP in the course wiki or in Evernote. The PP helps to summarize the textbook


 * 1.4 Onion vs Cheek Cell lab in Evernote (Please add detail to your labels, 4 total drawings)
 * Plus a,b,c,d analysis questions


 * Language Arts**
 * //new students//: find the errors in Activity Two (Poorly Written Essays)
 * //older students//: choose and begin working on your Independent Assignment for //Night// (in your google doc) --it is DUE **this Friday**


 * Socials**
 * Exams next week!!!
 * any "redos" of the last essay must be emailed to me before class tomorrow!!!

__**Friday, January 9, 2014**__


 * Science**
 * Chapter 1 vocab due Monday
 * 1.5 CYU due Monday
 * read onion lab 1.4


 * Language Arts**
 * Read pages 95-115 of //Night//
 * Be prepared to do an AR Quiz on //Night// and participate in Reading Workshop on MONDAY


 * Socials**
 * Bring your binder with all notes, handouts and assignments from the last two terms to class on Tuesday as we will begin to review for your exam.
 * You do not want to forget this as you will be seriously shooting yourself in the foot if you do (not literally, figuratively)

__**Thursday, January 9, 2014**__


 * Language Arts**
 * Read pages 68 to 84 for tomorrow's class


 * Math**


 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * Curious Math p 184 #1-5
 * Read p 186-187
 * Do p 187-188 (all)
 * Check your answers
 * Chapter Test on Tuesday, January 21 – make sure you have a calculator (no calculator means you will be doing the test by hand)
 * ** Check powerschool for any work you may be missing. Last day for collecting work will be January 24 th**

__**Wednesday, January 8, 2014**__

Science
 * 1.3 CYU and fill out the tables in Evernote (Ipad) and CYU table.


 * Bring your skiing/sledding form - **Due this Friday**

ESL
 * bring your ESL notebook to class and be ready to show it to me right at 9:15 am (it should not be in your locker at that time)
 * new students, please get a thin notebook that you can use for your weekly ESL classes. Please only use this notebook for ESL so that you will not have to hand it in to any other teachers. Thank you!

**Visual Arts** - Bring a plastic bag tomorrow.


 * __Tuesday, January 7, 2014__**


 * H&C**
 * Anti-bullying presentations due January 28th - you will have only the next class to work on this
 * Club Reflections for Q1 are due next H&C class
 * for directions on both of these assignments, please visit my wiki for H&C


 * Socials**
 * Reread pages 166,168 -169, 171 for homework and take notes on each of the sections listed below **IN YOUR BINDER (handwritten)**.
 * // Remember to create 2-3 sentences that identify the main idea for the section, and then add supporting details/facts/examples in point form underneath. //
 * What did medieval people know about the world?
 * What were the Crusades?
 * Disasters and Victories
 * Longterm Consequences
 * Math**
 * ** Check powerschool for any work you may be missing. Last day for collecting work will be January 24th. **
 * Workbook: Self-Test (optional)
 * If not finished before the break: (will take up difficult questions next class)
 * 4.9 - p181-183 #6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16 (from before the break)
 * Check your answers
 * Chapter Task – p189: Answer A-E and try to use the 5 rules on top when creating your answers.
 * Chapter Test on Tuesday, January 21 – make sure you have a calculator or you will be doing all the question by hand
 * NEW STUDENTS:
 * Have a look at the class outline in the homepage of the Math8 Wiki
 * Familiarize yourself with the outline of chapter wiki's (use chapter 4)

__Monday, January 6, 2014__

Science**
 * 1.1 CYU Questions in Answer in Evernote of for the new students done on paper
 * Chapter 1 Vocabulary. Due Monday Jan.13


 * __Tuesday, December 17, 2013__**


 * Math**
 * Video 4.8 (just for review if you need it)
 * Video 4.9
 * Workbook 37, 38
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 4.6 - p173 #1, 2, pick3or4, 5, 7
 * 4.8 - p177 #2, 3(pick2), 5, 6, 7, 9
 * Check your answers
 * 4.9 - p181-183 #6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16


 * __Monday, December 16, 2014__**


 * Science**


 * 1. Read all of chapter 1 and do the CYU's 1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.11 over the Christmas Break


 * 2. Chapter 1 Vocabulary Due Jan 8, 2014 at Midnight


 * __ **Note:** __ When we come back from the break we are doing two lessons a class until the exam on January 20, 21. So please keep on track and prepare yourself over the break. Also write down any questions you have about anything you do not understand so that we can discuss it in class.


 * __Friday, December 13, 2014__ **


 * Math**
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 4.5 - P165-167 #6, 10, 11, 13 (pick1)
 * Check your answers
 * Mid-Chapter Review Read p168-169
 * Do p169 (all)
 * Quiz on Monday next week (4.1 – 4.5)

__**Thursday, December 12, 2013**__

Very interesting podcast series about the history of mathematics. Make sure you start with episode 1, if you're interested. Good to listen to on the bus or subway! http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/maths
 * Math**
 * Workbook 35
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 4.3 p157-158 #3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12
 * 4.4 p161-162 #1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9
 * Check your answers
 * Online Quiz 4.3 & 4.4
 * Quiz on Monday next week (4.1 – 4.5)

__**Wednesday, December 11, 2013**__


 * Science**
 * Quiz on Monday
 * biodiversity Evernote reading, youtube and questions
 * 9.4 reading and CYU


 * __Tuesday, December 10, 2013__**


 * Math**
 * Video 4.3, 4.4
 * Workbook 33, 34
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 4.1 - p147-149 #2, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13
 * 4.2 - p152-153 #3, 4, 5, 7, 10
 * Check your answers
 * Online quiz 4.1 & 4.2
 * Quiz on Tuesday next week (4.1 – 4.5)


 * Socials**
 * short quiz on "Law and Order" in the Middle Ages
 * study notes from class.


 * __Monday, December 9, 2013__**


 * Visit the Student council page for information on candygrams >>>**


 * Language Arts**
 * Read THE BOOK THIEF for **30 minutes** (and remember to use your **Reading Record**)

__**Friday, December 6, 2013**__


 * Math**
 * Video 4.1 & 4.2
 * Workbook 31, 32
 * If not finished in class:
 * Chapter Starter p142
 * What do you think p 143


 * Science**
 * Short term and long term plans revealed in the debate on Monday

__**Thursday, December 5, 2013**__
 * Math**
 * No new math homework - good job on your tests and projects!


 * __Tuesday, December 3, 2013__**


 * Socials**
 * Be sure to finish your handout on feudalism for next class!
 * Read pages 160 - 165 in your textbook
 * Answer the 4 questions in your **Learning Log** in Evernote.


 * H&C**
 * work on finishing your **Pages final document** to hand in next class
 * **create a Google Doc or Spreadsheet** to track your progress (should be the same as the sample in your Pages document)
 * at the start of next class, email me your final copy and share your Google Doc/Spreadsheet with me
 * here is the rubric [[file:Goal Setting Rubric.pdf]]


 * Math**
 * Chapter vocabulary and binder checks due next class.
 * Mini Test on Thursday.


 * __Monday, December 2, 2013__**


 * Science**
 * Gather information from your stand point on the oil debate.


 * Visual Art**
 * Hand in the Art Criticism worksheet from "Colours of Canada Art Exhibition" tomorrow.

__**Tuesday, November 26, 2013**__


 * Socials**
 * complete classmates assigned homework for Tuesday **(Dec. 3rd)** next week - be sure to bring it to class, fully completed.
 * handout worksheet on feudalism is due Friday next week **(Dec. 6th)**


 * H&C**
 * S.M.A.R.T goals (rough draft in iPages - 2009 edition) is due Tuesday next week
 * 1 academic goal
 * 1 healthy living goal
 * 1 healthy relationships goal
 * be prepared to create a poster based on what you have completed by next class. This will be for you to put up on your wall at home to help remind you of your goals and keep track of your progress.
 * Final copies are due Dec. 10th
 * Posters will be handed in once you have reached your deadline
 * Math**
 * Chapter vocabulary due on Tuesday, Dec 3
 * Will have time to work on project in class on Tuesday. Mini-test on Thursday.
 * Work on your project over the weekend. Make sure you come to class on Tuesday with questions you may have.

__**Monday, November 25, 2013**__


 * Language Arts**
 * Read THE BOOK THIEF for **30 minutes** and be sure to fill out your **Reading Log**
 * complete your section of the **Christmas Concert** by TONIGHT.


 * __Friday, November 22, 2013__**

Science
 * 9.1 CYU in Evernote


 * Socials**
 * Finish your group projects. Your presentations ** MUST ** be:
 * ** informative ** - based on accurate, well written information from your handout
 * **interactive** - your presentation is not just a lecture, it engages with the audience through questions or activities
 * **homework assignment** - is reflective or a review of important information from your handout
 * read pages 146 - 153 (do not read the Exploring Sources sections) - there will be discussion on this after your presentations on Tuesday.
 * Math **


 * Get your quiz signed
 * From Thursday: (Video 3.6, Workbook 28)
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 3.5 - P128 #1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7
 * 3.6 - p132-133 # 1, 2, 7, 9, 10, 11
 * Review: Read p 135
 * Do p 136 all (If you’re having trouble, do 134 for more practice)
 * Check your answers
 * Will start a project on Tuesday. Small tests on Friday next week.
 * Would be a good idea to get a start on your chapter vocabulary (in classroom wiki under chapter 3)


 * __Thursday, November 21, 2013__ **


 * Language Arts **
 * Finish your current novel --you will need to complete an **AR Quiz** for it TOMORROW


 * PE**


 * __MS Girls__ need to return their permission slip for the soccer camp by tomorrow, Friday, November 22nd.

__ **Wednesday, November 20, 2013** __

ESL
 * bring ESL notebook and update paper grammar log
 * bring a novel to class in case you finish your work early

Science
 * Chapter 8 quiz corrections due Thursday on my desk

__**Tuesday, November 19, 2013**__


 * Socials**
 * __professional__ handouts, presentations and homework activities are due next class - Friday
 * you will have the first 40 minutes of class for any final touches, and then the last 40 minutes will be your presentations
 * Good luck groups and leaders!


 * Language Arts **
 * Read for 30 minutes tonight (**AR Quiz** on Friday, Nov. 22)
 * Make sure you read ALL of the **Prologue** for //The Book Thief// (page 1-15)
 * Math**
 * Video 3.4 (optional - just to review concepts from today)
 * Workbook 26, 27
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 3.4 - p124-125 #1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8-11
 * Check your answers
 * Test Corrections due Tuesday, November 26th

__**Monday, November 18, 2013**__

Chapter 9 Sentences and Definitions, due Friday at Midnight

__**Friday, November 15, 2013**__

Science
 * 8.7 CYU, Review Questions in Study Guide, Quiz on Monday


 * Socials**
 * Begin thinking about your group handout, presentation and homework activity
 * all group members should read through the website from the handout and take summary, shorthand notes
 * leaders should start thinking about the different jobs people in your group could take on...you may even want to email people and see what ideas they might have.
 * you may even want to start finding other reliable sources of information to add more information to your handout and presentation
 * Math**
 * Review: Read p 120; do p121 #1-7
 * Quiz on Tuesday 3.1-3.3

__**Thursday, November 14, 2013**__


 * Language Arts**
 * Practice your spelling for the SPELLING BEE (Semi-finals) happening in class **tomorrow**.
 * Read, read, read (and hopefully enjoy it) --your AR Quiz is next Friday, Nov. 22
 * Math**
 * Video 3.3
 * Workbook 25
 * If not finished in class: (post difficult questions on wiki)
 * 3.1 - p110-112 #1, 2, 3, 4(pick2), 7, 9, 11, 14, 16
 * 3.2 - p116-117 #1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8
 * Check your answers
 * Quiz Tuesday on 3.1-3.3


 * Socials**
 * see homework from Tuesday


 * H&C**
 * see homework from Tuesday

__**Tuesday, November 12, 2013**__


 * Language Arts **
 * Practice the **Grade 8** spelling list words for the in-class semi-finals on FRIDAY
 * Check out this GAME to help you practice: []


 * Socials**
 * Join my shared notebook by clicking [|here]
 * Create a social studies notebook in Evernote for this school year.
 * **Social Studies 8 Your Name**
 * Create 2 notes:
 * **Artifacts** (this will be where you keep your social studies assignments - pictures of work created by hand or uploaded files created electronically)
 * **Glossary** (this is where you will create your own helpful tool to understand important words related to social studies)
 * Write a definition for the three words in your Glossary (have a look at the example in my shared notebook)

Continue working on your e-Portfolio. This will be checked in class next Tuesday.
 * Health and Career**
 * collect all the artifacts from __term 1__ that you are proud of (at least 2 - ideally 1 from each of your core subjects - math, science, ELA, social studies), that showcase your academic achievements.
 * Create a new page, under your homepage called "**Academic Achievements**"
 * include an introductory paragraph identifying this section of your website as where you showcase work you are proud of from this school year.
 * upload snapshots, files, videos to represent your assignments
 * write a short paragraph describing each assignment/work
 * write a short paragraph describing why you are proud of each assignment or piece of work.


 * Visual Arts**
 * Bring 2 plastic bottles (500ml - 1000ml) with bottle caps on - **Due Nov 14th.**
 * Research on Dale Chihuly's artwork. (www.chihuly.com) Choose one favourite piece and discuss the shape and colour of the art piece. One page, including the picture of the art piece and one paragraph about the work (in Pages or word). Email me the Page document by **Nov 13th.**


 * Math**
 * If not finished in class:
 * p104-105 A-H
 * What do you think p 105
 * Video 3.1 (optional) & 3.2
 * Workbook 23&24

__**Monday, November 11, 2013**__


 * Science**
 * 8.5 CYU Questions 2-6


 * Language Arts**
 * Complete your **Reading Strategies worksheet** on the Remembrance Day article and bring to class on **WEDNESDAY**

__ **Friday, November 8th, 2013** __


 * Language Arts**
 * Complete the corrections for your **Poetry Unit Test** and bring the test to school on **MONDAY**


 * Math**
 * See last day's homework

Science
 * 8.4 CYU

__**Thursday, November 7th, 2013**__


 * PE **
 * Updated PE Fitness logs on Google Docs are due by Friday at 3:30pm for final grades.

>
 * Language Arts **
 * Poetry Portfolio due **TOMORROW**
 * NO writing will be possible after **1:45PM**
 * Study for Poetry Unit Test --it is **TOMORROW :D**


 * Math **
 * Mangahigh - Do challenges and earn medals to get points for our school. Fai-To Challenge!
 * No new homework, good job on your tests!
 * If you did not hand in your binder or vocabulary today, make sure you do so tomorrow.
 * If you did not take your test today, you will have it on Tuesday, Nov 12th.


 * InfoTech**
 * Make sure your WIX pages are //**PUBLISHED!**// Saving your site and publishing your site are two completely different things. Make sure you click the "PUBLISH" button the top right so that it posts to the web. I will be checking them on Friday so that everyone can make sure what they have saved is what is published.

__**Wednesday, November 6, 2013**__


 * Socials**
 * Quiz on the Vikings - please review your notes and the notes I ploaded to the homework on Tuesday!


 * Science Lab**
 * 8.3 Lab due Monday November 11, 2013 (No Peer and Self Assessment Needed for this lab only)


 * PE **
 * Updated PE Fitness logs on Google Docs are due by Friday at 3:30pm for final grades.
 * Math **
 * Fai-To challenge is on again! Sign-in to Mangahigh to get points for our school!
 * InfoTech**
 * Make sure you have password protected each page.
 * Your WIX websites will be checked tomorrow after school. Make sure you are done before then.

__** Tuesday, November 5, 2013 **__


 * H&C**
 * all assignments wil be marked today after school!
 * No late assignments will be marked from this point on.

> ONLY **THREE** DAYS LEFT
 * Language Arts **
 * Poetry Portfolio assignment due **Friday (November 8th)**
 * ALSO, read for at least 30 MINUTES/day --AR QUIZ on **Wednesday**


 * Socials**
 * Review for quiz on Friday
 * The Vikings! - read notes from class last week and the ones from class this week
 * [[file:Concluding notes on the Vikings.pdf]]


 * Math **
 * Login to Mangahigh to get some points for our school!
 * Test next class (means that vocab and binder checks also due)
 * Khan Academy Form
 * Optional: Self-Test p96 & Workbook 21&22
 * If not finished in class:
 * Review: Read p97&98 Do p99-100 (If the question says use models, use models)
 * If you have any questions, post online and we will go through before test.

__** Monday, November 4,2013 **__

Science
 * 8.2 CYU
 * 8.3 Lab reading to prepare for lab Wednesday.


 * Language Arts **
 * Poetry Portfolio assignment due this **Friday (November 8th)**
 * ALSO, read for at least 30 MINUTES/day --AR QUIZ on **Wednesday**


 * InfoTech**
 * Your website is due on Wednesday. Make sure you got through the rubric and guidelines to make sure that you have everything.

__** Friday, November 1 ,2013 **__

>
 * Language Arts **
 * Check your GMAIL account for your Poetry Portfolio assignment
 * Read over ALL instructions carefully
 * Due next **Friday (November 8th)**
 * ALSO, read for at least 30 MINUTES/day --AR QUIZ on **Wednesday**

__**Thursday, October 31st, 2013**__


 * PE **
 * __PE Contracts__ were due today. I'm still missing 3 contracts. Please bring them in as you will lose a point for every day it is late.
 * Make sure your fitness logs are updated by Friday at midnight.
 * If you didn't complete your Beep Test or fitness test due to health reasons, make sure you plan and schedule it before quarter 1 is finished.


 * Socials**
 * See homework from Tuesday this week


 * H & C**
 * Career clusters handout is due Tuesday next week
 * Mini research project (see the last page of the career clusters handout) is due Tuesday next week


 * Math**
 * Get Quiz signed
 * Khan Academy Form
 * If not finished in class today: (Any problematic questions post on wiki under chapter 2)
 * 2.10 p 90-91 #1, 3, 5, 6 (pick2), 7, 9, 11, 13
 * 2.11 p 94-95 #2, 4, 5, 8, 11

__**Wednesday, October 30, 2013**__


 * PE **
 * Return __PE Contracts__, signed, by Thursday, October 31st.
 * Beep Tests and MacBooks for Thursday's class.


 * InfoTech (C)**
 * Create the three pages in your website
 * Finish homepage. Get started on Stykz intro & Current Tech
 * (You will have time to work on this next class and about 30 minutes in the last class. )


 * Socials**
 * See homework from yesterday.

__**Tuesday, October 29, 2013**__

> - The Roles of Men and Women > - Viking Slaves > - Vikings at Home > - Vikings on Raids > - Viking Art and Culture > - The end of the Viking Age
 * Socials**
 * Work on your notes from class today and pages 58 to 62
 * Finish taking short hand notes from the pages listed above on these sections
 * We will have an informal debate based on this - and this will be marked as an in class assignment
 * participation (offering ideas and evidence),
 * asking each other questions,
 * offering meaningful answers and ideas,
 * helping and respecting your classmates.


 * Music **
 * Halloween Story, Music and Sound Effects must be finalized and ready for listening on Thursday!

Math


 * Get quiz signed by parents
 * Hand in Khan Academy form if not yet done so
 * Video 2.10
 * Workbook 19, 20
 * If not finished in class today: (Any problematic questions must be posted on wiki under chapter 2)
 * 2.8 - p79-80 #1-5, 7, 9, 11 (pick3), 15
 * 2.9 - p 85-86 #1-16 (pick only evens or only odds)


 * PE **
 * Return __PE Contracts__, signed, by Thursday, October 31st.
 * Beep Tests and MacBooks for Thursday's class.

__ **Monday, October 28, 2013** __

1. Chapter 8 Vocab due next Monday 2. 8.1 CYU due Wednesday


 * PE **
 * Return __PE Contracts__, signed, by Thursday, October 31st.
 * Beep Tests and MacBooks for Thursday's class.


 * InfoTech**
 * Stykz animation due at the start of next class. Make sure you go through the rubric and assignment document to check that you've included everything in your animation.

__ **Thursday, October 24, 2013** __ ESL
 * write corrections (5 times per error)
 * update progress graph
 * email Ms. Solmerano for help


 * PE **
 * Return __PE Contracts__, signed, by Thursday, October 31st.

LA
 * read for 30 min. every day
 * vocab quiz on Mon.
 * poetic term re-test Mon.
 * share answers for firework worksheet in the grade 8 google doc 'firework analysis'

Math
 * Video 2.6 (for a review from class today)
 * Video 2.8 & 2.9
 * Workbook 15, 16, 17, 18
 * If not finished in class today: (Any problematic questions must be posted on wiki under chapter 2)
 * 2.6 - p70-71 # 2, 4(pick3), 6. 8. 10
 * 2.7 - p75 #2, 3(pick3), 6, 7, 8, 10

__ **Wednesday, October 23, 2013** __

If you are interested in competing in the Nanjing Math Competition in February, your form must be in ** tomorrow **. An email was sent to parents and students with the form that was given today in school.
 * To all students: **


 * Esl **
 * Bring ESL notebook with corrections (Check email to see if Ms. Solmerano sent you more instructions, and look for changes in your grammar record Google doc for notes from Ms. Solmerano)
 * Update progress graph


 * Science**


 * Water Filter Project
 * Plan and Observations filled out in detail both front and back side of page! Due Monday October 28


 * Math**
 * Mangahigh: BCC has accepted the Fai-To Challenge! We have 24 hours to get medals and points (Started Oct 23 at 12:30pm)
 * Bring your Khan Academy handout if you have not already done so.


 * InfoTech**
 * Work on your stykz animation. Due at the end of class on October 28th. Make sure you go through the rubric and instructions to make check that you have everything.

__**Tuesday, October 22, 2013**__

__ **Music** __
 * Add music into edited story

__ **Monday, October 21, 2013** __ Science
 * Water Filter Project - Observations and Plans due Thursday October 24, 2013


 * Language Arts**

Complete your Poetry Terms Study Guide > >
 * Look at the terms and definitions in the Grade 8 Glossary of Poetry Terms (below)
 * Write the starred definition (...) for each term in your Study Guide
 * your Poetry Term Quiz is on **WEDNESDAY** and your Study guide is due on **WEDNESDAY**


 * InfoTech**
 * Stykz Animation due on Wednesday, October 30th before class. We will be moving on to one more assignment before the end of the term.


 * Math**
 * All homework from last class (and quiz) postponed to Thursday this week

__ **Friday, October 18, 2013** __

Socials **
 * Historical Fiction - Charlemagne Diary - due Oct. 29th, 2013 - for more directions and the rubric, please look at the wikispace


 * Math**


 * Quiz next class
 * Post any difficult questions on ch2 wiki for Review.
 * If you did not hand in your test corrections with your parent signature, don't forget to hand it in on Monday
 * You can work on Mangahigh challenges outside of class!


 * PE **
 * **MS boys soccer** friendly at Dulwich on Saturday, October 26th (2:30-5:00). __Permission slips are due by Friday, October 18th__ if you're interested. Please submit them to Mr. LeCain.
 * **BCC Baseball Club** for girls and boys at Gwacheon on Thursday, October 24th (3:00-5:00). __Permission slips are due by Tuesday, October 22nd__ if you're interested. Please submit them to Mr. LeCain.
 * **MS Cross Country Running** for boys and girls at Dulwich (Banpo Sports Complex) on Sunday, October 27th (9:30-12:00). __Permission slips are due by Friday, October 18th__ in you're interested. Please submit them to Mr. LeCain.

__ **Thursday, October, 17th, 2013** __


 * Socials**


 * Historical Fiction - Charlemagne Diary - due Oct. 29th, 2013 - for more directions and the rubric, please look at the wikispace
 * Quiz on Friday - multiple choice - based on your notes on the Franks and pages 49 - 51 on Charlemagne


 * Music**


 * RECORD an edited version of your halloween story in Garage Band! If homework is not done you will do it in front of the class on Tuesday!
 * At least 550-600 word story


 * PE **
 * **Email** me your 7 photos from the scavenger hunt by 11:59 pm tonight.
 * **MS boys soccer** friendly at Dulwich on Saturday, October 26th (2:30-5:00). __Permission slips are due by Friday, October 18th__ if you're interested. Please submit them to Mr. LeCain.
 * **BCC Baseball Club** for girls and boys at Gwacheon on Thursday, October 24th (3:00-5:00). __Permission slips are due by Tuesday, October 22nd__ if you're interested. Please submit them to Mr. LeCain.
 * **MS Cross Country Running** for boys and girls at Dulwich (Banpo Sports Complex) on Sunday, October 27th (9:30-12:00). __Permission slips are due by Friday, October 18th__ in you're interested. Please submit them to Mr. LeCain.


 * Math**
 * Quiz on Tuesday
 * If not finished in class 2.5 p61-63 #2, 4(pick3), 6(pick2), 8, 9, 12, 14
 * Review p Read p64-65, Do p66-67 #all - not due until Tuesday (problematic questions - put on ch2 wiki)
 * Test corrections and parent signature due on Friday. If you have any questions, use this week to ask.

__ **Wednesday, October, 16th, 2013** __


 * Socials**


 * Historical Fiction - Charlemagne Diary - due Oct. 29th, 2013 - for more directions and the rubric, please look at the wikispace
 * Quiz on Friday - multiple choice - based on your notes on the Franks and pages 49 - 51 on Charlemagne
 * PE**
 * Thursday for PE is the mountain hike. Please bring the following: 1) Sweater/Jacket 2) Sports Pants if you think you'll be cold 3) water bottle 4) Hat or Sunscreen 5) Cell Phone.
 * ** MS boys soccer ** friendly at Dulwich on Saturday, October 26th (2:30-5:00). __ Permission slips are due by Friday, October 18th __ if you're interested. Please submit them to Mr. LeCain.
 * ** BCC Baseball Club ** for girls and boys at Gwacheon on Thursday, October 24th (3:00-5:00). __ Permission slips are due by Tuesday, October 22nd __ if you're interested. Please submit them to Mr. LeCain.
 * ** MS Cross Country Running ** for boys and girls at Dulwich (Banpo Sports Complex) on Sunday, October 27th (9:30-12:00). __ Permission slips are due by Friday, October 18th __ in you're interested. Please submit them to Mr. LeCain.


 * Math**
 * Quiz on Tuesday
 * If not finished in class:
 * 2.5 p61-63 #2, 4(pick3), 6(pick2), 8, 9, 12, 14 (problematic questions - put on ch2 wiki)
 * You can start on review questions, but not due until Tuesday: Read p64-65 & Do p66-67 #all
 * Test corrections and parent signature due on Friday. If you have any questions, use this week to ask.

__ **Tuesday, October 15th, 2013** __

**Math**
 * Video 2.5 Multiplying Fractions Greater than 1
 * Workbook p14
 * If not finished in class: (problematic questions - put on ch2 wiki)
 * 2.3 - p54-56 #1, 4, 5(pick2), 7, 8, 11, 14, 15, 16
 * 2.4 - Main question
 * Test corrections and parent signature due on Friday. If you have any questions, use this week to ask.


 * Music **
 * Story needs to be done before class Thursday
 * Record initial story in Garage Band by Thursday


 * Socials**
 * Historical Fiction - Charlemagne Diary - due Oct. 28th, 2013 - for more directions and the rubric, please look at the wikispace
 * Quiz on Friday - multiple choice - based on your notes on the Franks and pages 49 - 51 on Charlemagne

__ **Monday, October 14th, 2013** __


 * InfoTech**
 * If you have not completed your storyboard yet, it is due next class.
 * The rurbic for this project has been shared with you through a google doc. Please make sure you read this so you know what you will be marked on.
 * This project is due at the start of class on Monday, September 28


 * Socials**
 * "Apply It" - pages 52 - 53 in your textbook, answer all three questions (bonus marks if you include information from Korea in your graphs)
 * All three answers and graphs must be done by hand on paper.
 * due tomorrow!


 * Science**
 * 7.7 CYU 1,3,4
 * Study Guide review for quiz Wednesday
 * Review questions in study guide

> -->you MUST write the title & author of the poem (or else it is plagiarism) >
 * Language Arts**
 * you need to create 2 pages in KEYNOTE for your poetry term
 * STEP 1: look up what your term means
 * STEP 2: pick a page set up in KEYNOTE
 * STEP 3: write your poetry term at the top of the page
 * STEP 4: put the definition of your poetry term on the first page
 * STEP 5: pick an example of your term on the second page
 * You may include photos that are relevant to your poetry term
 * due on MONDAY PM
 * pick a literary character for our "Book Mountain" and make a list of FIVE of your favourite English books
 * due on WEDNESDAY (in class)


 * bring in paper bags (with handles) for our Book Fair art project
 * check Accelerated Reader website (http://www.arbookfind.com/) to see if there is an AR test available for your current novel --if there isn't an AR quiz, then please email me (Ms. Collis)


 * Health and Career**
 * Wix set up for the e-Portfolio - look at the first two assignments described on the "Health and Career wikispace" in the "Daily Lessons" section. Due in Academic Advisory this week.

__**Friday, October 11th, 2013**__


 * Science**
 * 7.6 Try This and CYU
 * CYU questions 1 - 4 and Table # 1 in Try This


 * Socials**
 * "Apply It" - pages 52 - 53 in your textbook, answer all three questions (bonus marks if you include information from Korea in your graphs)
 * All three answers and graphs must be done by hand on paper.
 * have this ready to hand in by Tuesday, October 15th.


 * Math (c)**
 * If not finished in class:
 * 2.1 - P 49-50 #1, 3(pick3), 4(pick3), 5, 7, 11, 12 ,15
 * Video 2.3 + 2.4
 * Workbook 12 + 13
 * Test corrections & Parent signatures **due next week, Friday**.

__**Thursday, October 10, 2013**__


 * For all subjects**


 * **Read a novel for 30 min. every day! Teachers will randomly pick students to talk about what they read. If you are picked, you can get points for your class, and the winning class will get a cake! This is a book fair contest so it ends on Oct. 17 (when the book fair is here!)**

> -->you MUST write the title & author of the poem (or else it is plagiarism)
 * Language Arts**
 * you need to create 2 pages in KEYNOTE for your poetry term
 * STEP 1: look up what your term means
 * STEP 2: pick a page set up in KEYNOTE
 * STEP 3: write your poetry term at the top of the page
 * STEP 4: put the definition of your poetry term on the first page
 * STEP 5: pick an example of your term on the second page
 * You may include photos that are relevant to your poetry term
 * due on FRIDAY


 * Socials**
 * Please refer to the homework from Tuesday's class.


 * Health and Career**
 * please refer to the Health and Career wikispace for your homework. Complete 2 pages in your Wix e-Portfolio. Due Tuesday next week.
 * Math**
 * If not finished in class: Getting started & What do you Think - p44-45
 * Video 2.1 & 2.2
 * Workbooks 11 & 12

__**Tuesday, October 8, 2013**__


 * Music**
 * Garage Band Project due Halloween


 * Health and Career**
 * Wix set up for the e-Portfolio - look at the first two assignments described on the "Health and Career wikispace" in the "Daily Lessons" section. Due next class (Tuesday next week).


 * Socials**
 * page 48 - **Exploring Sources** - **Thinking it Through** - question 1


 * Math**
 * Good job on the tests! No homework! Yay!
 * If you did not hand in vocabulary or binders, make sure you hand them in! Avoid 10%/day late deductions!

__**Monday, October 7, 2013**__


 * Language Arts**
 * complete corrections from your Melvin Bubble iBook on your printed pages
 * you will receive a level (1, 2, 3 or 4) in Study Skills
 * remember to check: capitalization, punctuation, singular vs. plural, etc.
 * DUE on THURSDAY


 * Science**
 * Erosion Lab due Friday
 * Please also do a peer and self evaluation at the bottom of the Erosion Lab


 * InfoTech**
 * Finish storyboards. Make sure you read the introduction of the google doc as to what your video is supposed to be about. Storyboards are due next class so that everyone is ready to start animations. You will have this week and next week to work on these.

__**Friday October 4, 2013**__


 * Language Arts**
 * read at least 30 minutes/day of your novel -- it will be related to your Free Write on Monday


 * Science**
 * Finish the Capillary action lab
 * 7.5 Read and complete the CYU
 * We will do a lab next class


 * Health and Career **
 * last few presentations will be on Tuesday, next week.
 * Send me your presentation - subject line should be "Health and Career - All About Me"

Math


 * Study for your test - make sure you have a calculator for your test!
 * Make sure your notes are up to date (check list for binder checklist in class wiki)
 * Have your chapter vocabulary completed for next class.
 * Post any questions you are struggling with on the class discussion board in chapter one

__ **Tuesday October 1, 2013** __

Math - **you will need to bring a calculator for your math test**
 * p36+37 Self Test
 * If not completed in class: Chapter Task p 41
 * Study for test on Tuesday next week. Post any questions you're having trouble with on wikispace discussion board . Will be answered on wiki, not in class.
 * Vocabulary due before test. See previous homework for more info
 * Binders must be submitted after test on Tuesday. See previous homework for more info

Science
 * Work on Capillary action lab
 * We will finish lab on Friday

Health and Career
 * last few presentations will be on Tuesday, next week.
 * Send me your presentation - subject line should be "Health and Career - All About Me"

__**Monday, September 29, 2013**__


 * InfoTech**
 * No new homework for next class, but work on Google Apps Ninja if you have some down time.

__** Friday, September 27th, **__** 2013 **

Math
 * __// MATH COMPETITIONS - All forms AND Money due on October 1st. Forms are in last week's newsletter //__
 * For the remainder of chapter you will need a Scientific Calculator. If you do not have one on the test, you will have to write everything by hand.
 * Finish quiz on QuizStar: 1.5, 1.6, 1.7. If you need anything reset, please email me
 * Read p38, Do Textbook p39 #1-10
 * Workbook 8 & 9
 * Post any questions you're having trouble with on wikispace discussion board
 * IT'S ALMOST TEST TIME!!
 * Test - next week, **Friday**
 * VOCABULARY: Chapter 1 Vocabulary due before your test.
 * BINDER CHECKS: Check Chapter 1 checklist for everything you should have completed in chapter 1. You will have a few minutes at the end of class on Friday to put everything IN your binder (not time to work on missing assignments). Make sure ever section has a ** title, date **, and (where appropriate) your name. Check Wikispace Chapter 1 for marking guide for binders.


 * Social Studies**
 * Complete your newspaper article on the fall of Rome and its impact. Due Tuesday. For more details on this assignment, please go to the "Assignments" section of my wikispace. (c)


 * Health and Career **
 * Read through the slideshow presentation on how to create a Weebly e-Portfolio. Look at the example created by Ms. Lach. Create your own within your Weebly account. We will put your beginning e-Portfolio on the overhead to have a quick look at what you played around with in creating it over the past week - due Tuesday. All links for these can be found on the Health and Career wikispace. (c)

__** Thursday, September 26, 2013 **__

ESL ** Due Oct. 10 **
 * Get a notebook that you will only use for ESL. Write this sentence 5 times: 'Ms. Solmerano saw a monster!'
 * Glue grammar log on the inside of the cover

Math
 * 1.6 p30 #1(pick1), #2(pick2), 5(pick3), 8, 9(pick 2), 10, 14
 * 1.7 p35 #2, 3, 5, 6
 * Video 1.6 - Pythagorean Theorum
 * Workbook p6, 7
 * Test next week, Thursday

Social Studies
 * Check my wikispace for detailed instructions and the rubric for the handout assignment
 * Finish handout for tonight by midnight

__**Wednesday, September 25, 2013**__

ESL
 * Update your deadlines calendar often (with alerts)

Info Tech
 * "A Lesson in Critical Thinking" - only pick 5 sites and answer the questions - ** due September 29 **
 * "Deconstructing Web Pages" - finish booklet handed out in class - make sure to check out the Evernote note for the information pages to help you - **due september 29**

Social Studies
 * See homework from Tuesday - due Thursday @ midnight

__**Tuesday September, 24, 2013**__

Language Arts > > "Good evening __(recipient's name),__ > > I hope that you are having a good week so far. I have attached my... > > Thank you,__(your name)"__
 * submit Melvin Bubble ibook by Wednesday PM
 * practice sending emails with the correct format: salutation (hello), information, closing and signature.

Math
 * Study for quiz - if there is anything you're struggling with while you study, post your questions on the classroom wiki under chapter 1 in the discussion (if there are no posts, we will go right into the quiz)
 * Answers to worksheet in class:
 * [[image:Screen Shot 2013-09-24 at 2.47.24 PM.jpg width="238" height="138"]]

“Why was Rome a strong civilization?” (c)
 * Social Studies**
 * Your job is to create a one page handout for your classmates on your assigned section. One handout per group. Include images and captions so that it looks like a page from your textbook.
 * Each group member will be responsible to find one reliable source of information and answer the question created for them in the Google Doc by their group.
 * Share the Google Doc with me as well as with all your group members.
 * Final finished finished copy of your group's handout due Thursday midnight
 * Read pages 41 - 45


 * Health and Career**
 * Read through the slideshow presentation on how to create a Weebly e-Portfolio. Look at the example created by Ms. Lach. Create your own within your Weebly account. All links for these can be found on the Health and Career wikispace. (c)

ESL
 * Check email for homework session instructions!

__**Monday, September 23, 2013**__ InfoTech
 * Make sure your evernote is synced tonight: "What Font!" & "My Experience with Computers"
 * "A Lesson in Critical Thinking" - **due September 29**


 * Science**
 * Complete the Hypothesis and materials in the Salt vs Fresh Water lab
 * Read the lab in the textbook
 * we will finish the lab Wednesday in Class

__**Friday, September 13, 2013**__

Language Arts


 * complete your Melvin Bubble Book
 * must be ready for submission by Monday, September 23rd
 * look at the LA wikispace to check out the Melvin Bubble Rubric and Current Events Page ( https://bccela8.wikispaces.com/ )

Math
 * 1.3 - p13-14 #2(pick2), 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 12, 15, 16, 18, 20
 * 1.4 - p18 #1, 4(pick3), 5(pick3), 7, 8
 * Mid-chapter review: read p22, do p23 #1-9
 * QUIZ on Thursday, September 26

__ **Thursday, Septmeber 12, 2013** __

Math - Please check your email to accept invitation to wikispaces. You will need to make your own username and password. Use the regular username you use for your gmail (minus the @bcccanada.org).
 * Video 1.3 Square Roots
 * Video 1.4 Estimating Square Roots
 * Workbook p 3 & 4
 * If not finished in class p 8-9 #4(pick2), 6(pick2), 8, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15(pick2), 17

__ **Wednesday, September 11, 2013** __

Don't forget to fill out your Club Day Form if you did not finish it in class

__ Science __ - Read pages 192 - 194 and answer CYU questions in Evernote Definitions and Sentences will be in the science wiki. Due Monday Sept 23, 2013 - After Chuseok. http://2013bccsci8.wikispaces.com/

InfoTech - familiarize yourself with Weebly and have all the tutorials finished for when you come back from Chuseok. Finish the "Beginner's Guide" and go through anything else that interests you. Here is the site link

Socials - "Artifacts from My Summer Vacation" assignment is due Friday. I will also be checking binders on Friday as well.

__ **Tuesday, September 10, 2013** __

Math - due Thursday - Videos are in the individual class wiki
 * Video 1.1 Square & Triangular Numbers
 * Video 1.2 Perfect Squares & Prime Factor Trees
 * Video 1.2 Bases & Exponents
 * Workbook p 1 & 2
 * If you did not bring a binder, bring one next class

PE - Please bring your **__PE uniform, a water bottle, sunscreen and a hat__** for tomorrow's trip to the field across the street from 8:35-9:55. - Anyone who has a cool photo of themselves doing a sport from summer vacation please email Mr. LeCain (jlecain@bcacanada.org) by tomorrow for this weeks newsletter.

Socials - be sure to bring your binder and your work on "Artifacts from My Summer Vacation" to hand in at the end of class on Friday.

__ **Monday, September 9, 2013** __ Make sure you bring your Club Days Passport with all your choices filled in and parent signature.

LA -- 1st draft due next class
 * Complete 2-5 sentences for each role
 * from the perspective of 5 people/things and then your perspective (as the conclusion)

Science - Identify the Variables examples in Evernote

__**Friday September 6, 2013**__ Math - All due on Monday
 * Watch 4 videos on grade 6 wiki (Addition, subtraction, division of decimals, multiplication of decimals)
 * Finish handouts from class : pick one column (a, b, c... ) and 2 word problems on each sheet. Answers on grade 6 wiki (Will be available on Saturday)
 * If not finished from last class, complete "Book Walk"
 * No other videos for homework.

Socials - All due Tuesday, September 10th
 * created a file on the desktop of your computer called "Artifacts from My Summer Vacation", and save your five images of your five artifacts in that file. **Please do not email them to me.**
 * supplies and materials for social studies class are due on Tuesday, September 10th. (for a complete list of materials scroll down to the homework from Tuesday, September 3rd)

__ **Thursday, September 5th, 2013** __


 * LA --> complete your "20 Questions About Me" and email to jcollis@bcacanada.org TONIGHT
 * Math
 * Bring binder by Monday next week. This binder will be kept in class.
 * Next class, bring laptop & headphones.
 * Socials - see homework from Tuesday (C)

__**Wednesday, September 4th, 2013**__

Socials Info Tech > > LA --> Bring an English book for 10 minutes of silent reading TOMORROW
 * see homework assigned on Tuesday this week (C)
 * Have your "What Font" and "My Experience with Computers" activity synced to Evernote. Due Monday Sept 9 (C)

__**Tuesday September 3, 2013**__


 * Math
 * Science - Next class please bring, computer, paper (small binder), pencil, textbook
 * Socials
 * Prepare required supplies for social studies - **Due Sept. 13th**
 * a **3 ring binder** (the size of the binder will depend on whether or not you will use this binder for math or not as well)
 * a **notebook** or **paper** to go in the binder (100 pages to start with should be plenty)
 * **dividers** to keep your binder organized
 * **pencils** and **black or blue pens**
 * your **laptop**, charged and ready to be used
 * Collect your 5 artifacts and be sure to have pictures of them saved on your laptop for next class on **Friday, Sept. 6th (C)**
 * LA
 * Korea
 * Fine Arts
 * PE