Grade+9+Homework

__**Monday, June 22nd**__


 * LA**
 * Read the **"Practice Makes Perfect"** Email I sent you for more practice questions :D
 * **Answers:** 1.D 2.D 3.A 4.C 5.C 6.C 7.C

__**Tuesday, June 16th**__


 * Math**
 * Your math final consists of __40 multiple choice__ and __11 constructed response__ questions worth 40 points for a total of 80 points altogether.


 * LA**
 * **Reading Log** (the whoooole journal) is due this __Friday__ (June 19th) -- Complete whatever entries you have left and submit by Friday.
 * **Lit. Stations** will be finished this __Thursday__ (June 18th), so the folders will be collected and marked after that class. Please make sure your reflection page is up-to-date, and all MacBook-related activities have been emailed to me so I can print them off and add them to your folder.

> --> Please submit with your pre-assignment pages :D
 * Health & Career**
 * **Post-assignment** (for the Expenses Worksheet) is due on __FRIDAY__ (June 19th)

__**Monday, June 15th**__


 * Math**
 * http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/memg/3_A/index.html

__**Tuesday, June 9**__


 * ESL**
 * last composition is due tomorrow at 12:55 pm! Yay!

__**Monday, June 8th**__


 * Math**
 * Website with practice final exam and answers: http://chss.sd57.bc.ca/~spearce/Links%20from%20index/Practice_Tests.html
 * Line symmetry will not be not be on the exam
 * Inscribed Angles Gizmo is for homework. You can print off the worksheet at home or save it in word and then send it to me by email. You can print or save the worksheet directly from the Gizmo page under "lesson materials"
 * LA**
 * Today, we will be working on your **PBL projects** -- you should be on the writing phase now (Steps 4 & 5) & it is due on __Wednesday__ (June 10th)
 * We will be doing Lit Stations this week (Tues & Thurs) and I will be marking the **Weeks 3 & 4 Rubric** on __Thursday__ (June 11th)
 * **4 Reading Journal entries** due on __Friday__ (June 12th) -- that's one per day :D


 * __Thursday, June 4__**


 * ESL**
 * word walls due this Saturday at 8:00 pm! You should have 50 words added to your personal Word Wall and make sure your title is G9 Word Wall- Full Name. Thanks!


 * __PAGE TO THE STAGE ROUND 2 INTEREST MEETING TOMORROW (THURSDAY, JUNE 4TH) IN 2B AT 1:20. FREE PIZZA FOR PERFORMERS!__**

__**Wednesday, June 3rd**__

__**Monday, June 1st**__
 * Math**
 * http://www.statcan.gc.ca/edu/power-pouvoir/ch9/5214821-eng.htm


 * ESL**
 * word walls due this Saturday at 8:00 pm! You should have 50 words added to your personal Word Wall and make sure your title is G9 Word Wall- Full Name. Thanks!

__**Wednesday, May 27th**__


 * LA**
 * **ONE journal entry** (for your Reading Journal) is due TOMORROW (**__Thursday, May 28th__**)
 * **Part A** and **Step 2** of your PBL project should be completed by next MONDAY **(__June 1st__)**


 * Health & Career**
 * **Don't forget:** you NEED to keep track of expenses for your EXPENSE LOG (given last Friday and due THIS FRIDAY)

__**Tuesday, May 26th**__


 * Math**
 * Samples and Populations Data Analysis Question Set is due Thursday, May 28th. A copy can be found on the class weebly if you've lost it.


 * PE**
 * **HS boys basketball uniforms** need to be returned as soon as possible: Kevin (#32), Jeff (#33), Isaac (#13), Adam (#4). Thank you guys!


 * ESL**
 * please bring your earphones to class in order to do our fun activity! Thanks :)

__**Friday, May 22nd**__


 * Health & Career**
 * keep track of your **expenses** over the NEXT WEEK, and I will collect it next Friday (__May 29)__

__**Thursday, May 22nd**__


 * Math**
 * Create a Google Doc titled "Data Analysis Project - Your Name" and share it with me
 * Read the information underneath Chapter Task on page 463
 * Answer the question "A" in your Google Doc. Due Monday.
 * Complete practice questions 1 to 10 on pages 473 to 476 in a Google Doc titled "Data Analysis - Your Name"
 * Complete Data Analysis Question Set. Due Monday.

__**Tuesday, May 19**__


 * ESL**
 * work on your essays and bring your notebooks to class tomorrow. I'm excited to be impressed by you guys again :)

__**Monday, May 18th**__

> > > >
 * LA**
 * **TWO Reading Journal** entries due TOMORROW (__Tuesday, May 19th)__

__**Friday, May 15th**__


 * Math**
 * Parameters for Layer A are as follows:
 * At least 10pts must be written response
 * Only 5pts may be at the basic knowledge level (definition, memorization, etc)
 * 15pts must be at the application level or higher(apply what you know to a new situation)
 * Answer key must include detailed responses that justify number of points awarded (ex. a two point question must have two components to the expected answer)


 * PE**
 * **DPA Logs**: We are already a month into term 4. Please make sure you are completing your daily/weekly physical activity responsibilities and updating your google docs. If you are having trouble, keep your log on some paper and come and see me as soon as possible.
 * **Fitness Testing**: Fitness testing practice will begin next week and we will do our actual testing and beep test starting from Tuesday, May 26th.

__**Thursday, May 14**__


 * ESL**
 * your class' composition marks have gone up! Great job, grade 9s!
 * 50 words in total due on Sat., June 6
 * By now you should have around 40 words done!
 * Please add as many pictures as you can if you currently have more than 40 words, or check your example sentences and make sure you understand all of them--if you don't, you should change those sentences!

__**Monday, May 11**__


 * ESL**
 * since there is going to be a lot of different events and tests these past few weeks, here is your final due date for your word walls-- 50 words in total by Sat., June 6 (you have about 4 more weeks).
 * By now you should have 32 words so this shouldn't be too difficult, and remember, you don't have to add pictures for all of your words :) Thanks!

> **MONDAY** -- Step One (Document the physical evidence) > **TUESDAY** -- Step Two (Listen to the testimonies) and Step Three (Read a case study) > homework: finish Step Three and prepare your Questions to Consider section for tomorrow > **WEDNESDAY** -- Step Four (Discuss with your detective) & start Step Five (Final Report) > **THURSDAY** -- continue with Step Five (Write your Final Report) and HAND IN __TODAY__
 * LA**
 * Please make sure you bring your **Crime Scene Investigation Report** __every day__. We will be following this schedule:

__**Friday, May 8**__

>> http://www.sophia.org/tutorials/math-9-polynomials
 * Math**
 * Website with online algebra tiles:
 * http://www.cpm.org/technology/general/tiles/
 * Please remember that each lesson has a corresponding video you should watch! The videos can be found here:
 * ESL **
 * bring your completed essay (in your ESL notebook) to class on Monday-- Term 4, composition 3
 * if you're on track, you should have at least 32 words on your word wall by Saturday
 * optional: make a grammar kahoot with at least 8 grammar questions and 2 trivia questions then share it with me (my Kahoot ID is ms.solmerano). Thanks and have a great weekend!

__**Thursday, May 7th**__

__**Wednesday, May 6th**__
 * Math**
 * Layered project deadline has been extended to May 20th. Use your class time wisely!
 * Music**
 * [[file:Grade-1.pptx]]


 * PE**
 * Don't fall behind! Last term for __DPA__ is underway, please keep track and be sure to update your logs.


 * ESL**
 * Term 4, Comp 3 due on Monday, May 11.
 * Continue to work on your word wall (8 words per week, as usual). Thanks!

__**Monday, May 4th**__

IT
 * **Website** proposals and aesthetics worksheet due for Wednesday (Name, What it is about?, Why you want to do this site?, How it will look? ((Picture/Rough Sketch)))
 * Social Studies**
 * **Quiz** Monday on vocabulary from pages 44-75 (approximately 17 words) Good Luck. :)
 * LA**
 * **2 Reading Journals** due on __Wednesday (MAY 6th__) --this was assigned last Wednesday, so you've had a week to complete two :D

__**IMPORTANT PAGE TO THE STAGE MEETING TOMORROW (Tuesday, April 28) FOR ALL PERFORMERS: 1:20PM IN 2B**__

__**Tuesday, April 28th**__
 * please send your selfies to Ms. Solmerano or to David by tomorrow if you want to be able to choose the picture featured next to you in the yearbook. If nothing is sent, we will choose a photo from the official school pictures! Thanks for your participation :)

> For each paragraph... > 1. Underline the __topic sentence__ and the __concluding sentence__ > 2. Highlight the **comparing** words/phrases in ONE colour > 3. Highlight the **contrasting** words/phrases in ANOTHER colour > 4. Identify type of paragraph (**compare, contrast OR both?**) and method (**point-by-point OR block?**) > You WILL be handing it in tomorrow, so make sure you complete it before class, OR you will have to do it while the rest of the class watches your new favourite TV show, //Blackish//.
 * LA**
 * **Complete your COMPARE/CONTRAST PARAGRAPH worksheets**


 * Math**
 * Website for layered curriculum: http://www.sophia.org/tutorials/math-9-polynomials

__**Monday, April 27**__


 * LA**
 * complete ONE Reading Journal entry --due tomorrow
 * finish your Making Inferences worksheet and bring to class tomorrow


 * email Ms. Solmerano if you want to volunteer (refer to G8 Amy's email), join a basketball team or if you have any questions/concerns about our bball tourney next Mon.!**

__**Thursday, April 23**__


 * Math**
 * Inequalities Quiz next Wednesday (Chapters 5.5 to 5.9). 10 multiple choice questions.
 * One question quiz on Monday based on the word problems worksheet given out on Friday.


 * ESL**
 * please update your word walls and hand in your completed essays on Friday. Your notebooks should be placed in the blue tray labelled 'Grade 9 ESL' on the shelf of the ESL room.

__**send your super selfie**__ **to 2018davidshin@bcacanada.org for the yearbook ASAP! If you don't send a selfie, a picture from the dream forest field trip will be placed next to your portrait**

__**Wednesday, April 22**__

__**send your super selfie**__ **to 2018davidshin@bcacanada.org for the yearbook ASAP!**


 * ESL**
 * since most people are struggling with the word walls, I will only expect that you have 8 words by now. If you want to get complete marks, please try to do at least 8 words a week. Thanks!
 * please check your grammar and spelling, then hand in your notebooks in the GRADE 9 blue tray on the shelf in the ESL room on Friday!

__**Monday, April 20**__

__**send your super selfie**__ **to 2018davidshin@bcacanada.org for the yearbook ASAP!**


 * Math**
 * Balancing scales website: http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_324_g_4_t_2.html?open=instructions&from=category_g_4_t_2.html


 * PAGE TO THE STAGE Meeting TOMORROW** -- in 2B @ 1:20pm!! Be there or be square.


 * PE**
 * **DPA logs** should have been completed yesterday. You have until 8:00pm tonight to update everything.
 * **Active Living Project**: Presentations are this week. Make sure your group is ready to present at the start of class.
 * You should begin to start wearing your summer PE uniforms. If you want to wear a T-shirt, make sure it is the PE uniform.

__**Friday, April 17**__


 * Please check your emails and answer the new basketball survey that Jack/Jordan will send
 * Please check your emails and send your yearbook theme photos to your representative (David Shin)
 * If you want to make a basketball team, please get a form from Jack, then hand it in to Ms. Solmerano by April 22

__**Wednesday, April 15th**__

> -- complete the study guide because those are the EXACT terms and devices you will need to identify and analyze on the test > **PART A: Matching** -- Match the literary terms with the correct definition. (10 points) > -- Match the poetic device with the correct example. (10 points) > **PART B: Fill in the Blank** -- Using the words below, fill in the plot pyramid. (5 points) > **PART C: Multiple Choice (Poetry)** -- Choose the most correct answer and fill out the answers on the next page. (20 points) > **PART D: Short Answer (Short Story)** -- Read the attached short story and answer the questions on the next page. (15 points)
 * LA**
 * Prepare for your **Short Story and Poetry Unit Test** that will be **TOMORROW** (__Thursday, April 16th)__
 * Here's a breakdown of the test, for a total of 60 points:

__**Tuesday, April 14**__


 * ESL**
 * add at least one paragraph and one conclusion to the class essay
 * bring your ESL notebook to class at 11:35 am (please do not go back to your locker right before ESL). Thanks!

> -- complete the study guide because those are the EXACT terms and devices you will need to identify and analyze on the test > ** PART A: Matching ** -- Match the literary terms with the correct definition. (10 points) > -- Match the poetic device with the correct example. (10 points) > ** PART B: Fill in the Blank ** -- Using the words below, fill in the plot pyramid. (5 points) > ** PART C: Multiple Choice (Poetry) ** -- Choose the most correct answer and fill out the answers on the next page. (20 points) > ** PART D: Short Answer (Short Story) ** -- Read the attached short story and answer the questions on the next page. (15 points) > >
 * LA**
 * Prepare for your **Short Story and Poetry Unit Test** that will be on __Thursday, April 16th__
 * Here's a breakdown of the test, for a total of 60 points:

__**Monday, April 13**__


 * ESL**
 * add at least one paragraph and one conclusion to the class essay
 * bring your ESL notebook to class at 11:35 am (please do not go back to your locker right before ESL). Thanks!

__**Friday, April 10**__


 * LA**
 * Short Story & Poetry Unit test on __THURSDAY (April 16th)__ --we will be reviewing all week, so take the weekend off :D

> --must be handed in on FRIDAY because that is the last day of Q3.
 * Health/Career**
 * Career Cruising **Part 2 and Part 3** (the worksheets from today) are due on __FRIDAY (April 17th)__


 * PE**
 * DPA logs need to be updated and complete by Sunday, April 19th.

__**Wednesday, April 8**__


 * Science**
 * In light of our very disorganized class today, the Electricity exam will be postponed until Friday. Please bring your booklets to class tomorrow. We will use them for a review activity. The test will be on Chapters 9, 10, and 11.1 and 11.2.
 * Some guiding questions for your studying:
 * What is static electricity?
 * What are the subatomic particles? Which particle moves when charge is transferred and which stays behind?
 * What is an unbalance of charge?
 * What is the difference between induction and conduction?
 * What is grounding?
 * What is current?
 * What is a circuit? What are the components of a circuit and their symbols?
 * What is the difference between parallel and series circuits? Be able to draw both.
 * What are the differences in effect that series and parallel circuits have on current, resistance, and voltage? What is the evidence for this? You might not be able to answer this question until you are done the lab to be completed on Monday.
 * What is a coulomb? How many electrons are in one Coulomb?
 * How to calculate: current, voltage, and resistance?
 * What is energy? How is it calculated?

__**Tuesday, April 7**__

> --you will get a study guide tomorrow (along with your completed work from Layer C and B)
 * LA 9**
 * **Final Layer** due TOMORROW --**Layer A** needs to be submitted via email (PDF) by __Thursday__
 * **Short Story & Poetry Unit Test** --next __Thursday, April 16__


 * Health & Career**
 * **Career Cruising** PART 1 worksheets (including paragraph) due this __Friday, April 10th__

__**Tuesday, April 7**__

> --you will get a study guide on Thursday (along with your completed work from Layer C and B)
 * LA 9**
 * **Final Layer** due on Thursday --**Layer A** needs to be submitted via email (PDF) by __Thursday__
 * **Short Story & Poetry Unit Test** --next __Thursday, April 16__


 * ESL**
 * add 3 words to your word wall using the lists on the ESL Homepage
 * mock provincial essay #2 will be on Wednesday, at 12:15 pm (make sure your computers and WPs are ready by that time), This is for powerschool!
 * please have your notebooks ready to hand in BEFORE ESL (do not ask to go to your locker, or you will lose time for your essay). This is for your study skills check which will also go into powerschool.
 * email me if you have any questions/concerns :) Good luck!

__**Friday, March 27**__


 * Science**
 * Electricity Exam April 7th (Chapters 9, 10, 11)
 * Read sections 11.2 and 11.3
 * 11.2 CYU: 1, 2, 3, 5, 9
 * 11.3 CYU: 1, 2, 3, 5

> --if you're on Layer C or B, focus on getting those projects completed first and I can check them on Monday-Wednesday (after the break) > --if you're on Layer A, I can meet with you Monday-Wednesday (after the break) to discuss any changes and then you will send it to me as a PDF on __Thursday, April 6th__
 * LA**
 * **Reading Journal** is due on __Monday, April 6th__ --that's the MONDAY that you return after March Break
 * **Layered Unit** is due on __Thursday, April 9th__
 * **Have a GREAT March break... take some time to enjoy your holiday!** Take care, Ms. Collis

> --for example: "I agree with the personality quiz because I feel as though I have a social personality type. I can think of many situations where I've shown this, including . I know that I am because ___,__ _, and _. The type of personality is known for _, and I definitely do _ when . Ultimately, I fit the _ personality type."
 * HEALTH/CAREER**
 * **Part One: Who Are You?** (with the personality paragraph) is due on __Friday, April 10th__
 * __Remember:__ When you are writing a paragraph, you should include a topic sentence, evidence (to support and strengthen your idea) and a conclusion.


 * PE**
 * It's becoming spring time, so if you would like to cool down and wear a T-shirt to class instead of your sweater, you need to start wearing your summer PE uniforms.
 * __DPA__: You have a break from keeping your DPA logs over spring break. Make sure everything is up to date. Enjoy your holiday!

__**Thursday, March 26**__


 * ESL**
 * review the list from Wednesday :)
 * Vocab lists are now available on the HOME page of the ESL wiki (not the G9 page) so please get started on your word wall by adding at least 3 words every day! This is one of the techniques that will help you improve your essay marks!
 * email me if you need help with anything


 * please do the survey about the possible basketball tournament we might have on May 4 (sent by Ms. Solmerano).

__**Wednesday, March 25**__


 * ESL**
 * contact Ms. Solmerano about your study plan and LA goals
 * **at least** 2 more paragraphs added to the class essay (Term 3, Essay 4) will be due on Monday, April 6
 * Study skills check on Monday, April 6 (refer to the ESL wiki for all of the requirements). Thanks!
 * add to your personal word wall EVERY DAY if you want to improve your English skills :)


 * Drama**
 * Scripts need to be memorized by April 6th so we can finalize blocking!

__**Tuesday, March 24**__


 * ESL**
 * contact Ms. Solmerano for extra help in reference to the essays and rubrics you received yesterday!


 * Science**
 * if not done in class, finish 11.1 CYU
 * ** Exam on Thursday ** (use review questions on p. 332 and 333 to prepare for this!) GOOD LUCK :)
 * Resource for studying current and circuits (also check out the weebly): http://www.physicsclassroom.com/class/circuits

__**Friday, March 20**__


 * Science**
 * You will be given time in class on Monday to finish your lab on resistors. The link to the simulation along with some other resources is posted on the weebly - www. mathandsciencebcc.weebly.com.
 * Chapter 10 test this week on Thursday - 15 multiple choice questions. Here are some questions to guide your studying.
 * What is current?
 * What is a circuit? What are the components of a circuit and their symbols?
 * What is the difference between parallel and series circuits? Be able to draw both.
 * What are the differences in effect that series and parallel circuits have on current, resistance, and voltage? What is the evidence for this? You might not be able to answer this question until you are done the lab to be completed on Monday.
 * What is a coulomb? How many electrons are in one Coulomb?
 * How to calculate: current, voltage, and resistance?

__**Tuesday, March 17**__


 * Science**
 * Read section 10.4
 * Complete CYU 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, and 10


 * Social Studies**
 * Quiz Monday on vocabulary from pages 28 - 44. (15 questions)
 * PE**
 * Anyone interested in continuing **archery** outside of school, can check out **www.hwalsarang.com**. They are located in Mokdong.
 * Please remember to continue to update your **DPA logs** on a daily or weekly basis.
 * The rules might be different at the MS campus, but wearing hats and speaking Korean are not permitted when you come over for specialist classes to the ES building. Please be mindful of that and all the younger students that are watching and listening to you.
 * ESL**
 * **tomorrow** we will write our mock provincial essay in class so be sure to have your laptops fully charged and your WPs ready with the proper title
 * good luck!

__**Monday, March 16**__


 * ESL**
 * This Wednesday will be the first mock provincial essay that you will type on your computers so be sure to have your computers fully charged and your WPs (google docs) ready to use
 * To make sure that your essay is graded, please make sure that the title of your WP follows this EXACT format: WP G9 Full Name
 * **Your top 2 essays will go into PS** with your other workshop marks so please prepare for these essays and good luck to you! More instructions on the ESL wiki

__**Thursday, March 12th**__


 * Science**
 * Read section 10.2
 * Answer CYU Questions: 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15

__**Tuesday, March 10th**__


 * Science**
 * Your quiz tomorrow will be 10 multiple choice question on static electricity
 * Topics covered will be Chapters 9.1, 9.2, 9.4, and 9.5 as well as information learned in class through simulations (balloon/sweater interactive and john travoltage) or activities
 * You will need to know and apply:
 * the difference between induction and conduction
 * law of electrostatic forces
 * Coulomb's Law
 * The role of subatomic particles in transfer of charge
 * Definition of static electricity
 * Definition of grounding

__**Thursday, March 5th**__

> Since you have one month to write 12 journals entries, you should try to write one every two days. > I would recommend completing Layer C and B before the holiday, so that you have almost two full weeks to focus on LAYER A --it's worth 72 points :D > Since you have 13 LA classes left before the holiday, you should have at least 1-2 assignments completed
 * LA**
 * **Reading Journal**: 12 entries are DUE on MONDAY April 6th (the day after Spring Break)
 * **Layered Unit:** DUE on THURSDAY April 9th

__**Tuesday, March 4**__


 * PE**
 * **DPA Logs**: Keep updating for term 3. If you have any problems with your DPA log, please come and see me before school, after school, or during your lunch recess break.

__**Tuesday, March 3**__


 * Social Studies**
 * Chapter Project Due Date March 16th
 * Science**
 * 9.1: 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 14
 * 9.2: 1, 2, 3, 7, 9
 * Quiz on Tuesday, March 10th. Details are on the weebly.


 * ESL**
 * as mentioned in Ms. Collis' emails, you will have your laptops tomorrow and do K9 installation on THURSDAY so please be prepared to do our regular grammar workshop tomorrow (with your laptop and notebook).

__**Friday, February 27**__


 * We hope you had a great time today and got lots of candy! Voting for the best cake will close at the end of today so please cast your votes ASAP (and remember, you can vote more than once if you like)!**


 * LA**
 * **February Reading Log:** 15 entries (13 + the 2 articles we did in class) -- must be completed BEFORE **Monday, March 2nd**
 * **Six Traits Writing Practice** is due next **TUESDAY, March 3rd** at the beginning of class

__**Wednesday, February 25th**__


 * LA**
 * **Reading Log:** 15 entries for February -- must be completed BEFORE Monday, March 2nd
 * **Six Traits Writing Practice** is due next TUESDAY (March 3rd) -- you have 6 days left to complete 6 pages :D

__**Monday, February 23**__


 * PE**
 * **Archery Written Test:** Tuesday, February 24th. Please review the __study guide__ that was shared on google docs.


 * ESL**
 * hand in your ESL notebook by 11**:35 am in the** **ESL room** to avoid a homework session at recess tomorrow
 * ESL workshops are on Mondays and Wednesdays this term. Please prepare all of your ESL materials for those days :)


 * Drama**
 * Movie Trailer Projects due: Monday, March 2nd.

__**Friday, February 13th**__


 * Science**
 * Unit Exam on Wednesday (atomic theory, atoms, ions, the periodic table, physical and chemical properties, physical and chemical changes) - Study guide will be distributed on Monday and review class on Tuesday.
 * Those who want to may re-write the "Naming Ionic Compounds" quiz on Tuesday.


 * PE**
 * **Archery Written Test:** Tuesday, February 24th. Over the break, please review the __study guide__ that was shared on google docs.
 * **DPA Logs**: Next week, you have a week off from updating your logs, but that doesn't mean you should stop your routine! Keep active, but please make sure everything is updated until this Sunday, February 15th.

__**Tuesday, February 10th**__

> DUE TOMORROW :D
 * LA**
 * **Flocabulary Worksheet** --look at the email for the link and breakdown (or outline) of marks


 * ESL**
 * read the Tell Tale Heart pdf on the ESL wiki and do the practice quiz in your email by 8:00 pm TONIGHT! Thanks

__**Monday, February 9th**__

Science
 * Structure of matter animation: http://preparatorychemistry.com/KMT_flash.htm
 * Naming ionic compounds practice answers (try it before you look at the answers): http://misterguch.brinkster.net/PRA005.pdf
 * ESL**
 * read the Tell Tale Heart pdf on the ESL wiki and do the practice quiz in your email by 8:00 pm, Tue.
 * congratulations again to Isaac and John for earning tokens! Great job, guys!

__**Friday, February 6th**__ __**PE**__
 * **Reminder that this week is the first week to begin your DPA logs for term 3**. You need to be updating them every day or every few days. Please do not wait for weeks to do it as revision history can show me this. If any new students are confused or have any questions, please come by and see me. Thanks and enjoy your weekend!

__**Thursday, February 5th**__


 * ESL**
 * read the email sent yesterday about 'Grammar Workshop' and complete all the steps by next Tue.
 * thank you for your patience and cooperation during class and lunch! You earned 2 pom poms :)

__**Monday, February 2**__


 * ESL**
 * workshops will be on Mondays and Wednesdays in Q3. Please remember to bring your notebooks every Mon and pick them up every Wednesday.
 * Study Skills Check on April 13 so please save all of your Q3 work in an organized notebook. Thanks!

__**Wednesday, Januray 28th**__


 * Math**
 * Word problem interactive: http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mejhm/index.html?l=0&ID1=AB.MATH.JR.PATT&ID2=AB.MATH.JR.PATT.ALG&lesson=html/object_interactives/algebra/explore_it.html
 * Manipulatives: http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/t4tes/courses/junior/math9/mm/tk/m09_u7_022/m09_u7_022.html
 * Science **
 * Website for interactive periodic table: http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/phy03.sci.phys.matter.ptable/periodic-table-of-the-elements/

__**Tuesday, January 27**__


 * H&C 9**
 * Drug Assignments and Journal Questions can be handed in by: Wednesday, January 28th by 5pm at the ABSOLUTE latest! These will be emailed to ms.cochrane@live.ca Please make sure to put your group names on your assignments.
 * PE**
 * Reminder to continue to update your online **DPA logs**. Term 2 is coming to a finish at the end of the month and it is a large part of your term 2 homework grade. New students to BCC, you will be starting your DPA logs from Term 3.

__**Friday, January 23**__ __**Thursday, January 22nd**__
 * H&C 9**
 * Drug Assignments, and Journal Questions are due: Monday, January 26th by 6:00pm. These will be emailed to ms.cochrane@live.ca. Please make sure to put your group names on your assignments.
 * PE**
 * Reminder to continue to update your online **DPA logs**. Term 2 is coming to a finish at the end of the month and it is a large part of your term 2 homework grade. New students to BCC, you will be starting your DPA logs from Term 3.


 * __Friday, January 16th__**
 * H/C**
 * Your **drug project will be due: Monday, January 26th by 8am**. Your worksheets/quizzes and presentations will be sent to: ms.cochrane@live.ca. Please make sure that if you have **the newest pages format that you convert to PDF format before handing it in.**
 * Your worksheets/quizzes that you complete will be given to students and **you and your groups will be marking them the following week: Friday, January 30th.**
 * Your **journal questions will be due: Friday, January 30th.** The questions are: 1. **Do you agree or disagree with Korea's law of having all drugs be illegal.** 2. **You are at a party and someone offers you a pill. You refuse, saying you don't know what the drug is and what it will do to you. The person asks why it is dangerous to take an unknown substance. What would you tell him or her?** Remember, you must respond in at least **10 sentences for EACH** journal question. **These will be emailed to ms.cochrane@live.ca.**


 * __Thursday, January 15th__**
 * ESL **
 * Study skills check for term 2 __TOMORROW__: 4 GR tables (3 are done), 3 vocab charts (all should be done), 3 essays, bringing your notebook and materials every day


 * __Wednesday, January 14th__**


 * Math**
 * Gizmo due Monday, January 19th
 * Interpreting Graphs Assignment due Wednesday, January 20th
 * Music**
 * Presentation due tomorrow, January 15th


 * __Tuesday, January 13th__**


 * ESL**
 * Study skills check for term 2 on January 16: 4 GR tables (3 are done), 3 vocab charts (all should be done), 3 essays, bringing your notebook and materials every day

__**Friday, January 9th**__

> -- you can sign up for one-on-one conferences and project checks on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.-- remember: ONE activity will be checked at a time :D
 * LA**
 * bring your TKAM Layered Project to class with any questions you have about the activities
 * essay re-write (if you choose to do it) is due on Monday, January 12th (no extensions, no exceptions)


 * H/C**
 * Find 2 Newspaper Articles (1. about drugs and the negative effects 2. about addiction).
 * You will answer the following questions about BOTH of these articles:
 * 1. What is the article saying about drugs/addiction (a short summary)
 * 2. What was one thing you were surprised about?
 * 3. What was one thing you already knew.
 * 4. What is one thing you learned
 * Please bring these articles into class on Friday, January 16th. These questions will be due then, please be prepared to discuss. You **DO NOT** need to print, please bookmark them on your laptop.

__**Wednesday, January 7th**__


 * MATH**
 * Math assignment is due January12th, 2015
 * It can be found here: http://mathandsciencebcc.weebly.com
 * Be sure to show all your work and check out Chapter 5.1 if you're having difficulty.


 * ESL**
 * pick up your notebook from the shelf in your classroom (it was dropped off today). You will NOT be allowed to go back and get it on Friday!
 * Study skills check for term 2 on January 16: 4 GR tables (2-3 are done), 4 vocab charts (3 are done), 3 essays (2 are done), bringing your materials every day
 * Congratulations again to David and Eileen for receiving tokens yesterday!

__**Tuesday, January 6th**__


 * ESL**
 * Study skills check for term 2 on January 16: 4 GR tables (2-3 are done), 4 vocab charts (3 are done), 3 essays (2 are done), bringing your materials every day
 * today's token recipients: David and Eileen! Thank you for working hard during class!

__**Monday, January 5th**__

> -- you can sign up for one-on-one conferences and project checks
 * LA**
 * bring your TKAM Layered Project to class with any questions you have about the activities
 * essay re-write (if you choose to do it) is due next Monday, January 12th


 * Math**
 * Complete the worksheet that we started in class. It is for completion marks so do your best, we will go over the answers in class on Wednesday. www.learnalberta.ca --> exploring patterns --> explore it mode

**ESL**
 * bring your notebook, YOUR NOVEL (NOT A PDF), laptop and earphones to class.
 * you are not allowed to go back up to get supplies. Instead, you will get minus points for being unprepared.
 * Please remember to do this every Tue. and Fri. as this will be the last time to see it on the wiki :) Thanks!

__**Friday, December 19th**__


 * PE**


 * You do not have to keep track of your **DPA** over the holidays, however, please make sure you have **EVERYTHING from 2nd term up to date until this week**. I am not traveling anywhere for holiday, so I will be bored and have lots of time to check everyone's progress. :-) You should not ever be more than a few days behind in your updating.

__**Tuesday, December 16th**__ **ESL**
 * ** 8:40-9:20: ** We will discuss goals for 2015; laptops should be fully charged and ready for class!
 * Study skills check for term 3 on January 16: 4 GR tables (2-3 are done), 5 vocab charts (3 are done), 3 essays (2 are done), bringing your materials every day

__**Friday, December 12th**__


 * ESL**
 * your essay completion won't count for study skills today
 * your own novel and your notebook DID count for your study skills marks today
 * if you have any questions or concerns, please email me. Thanks for understanding and explaining the situation in a mature way! I'm happy we could come to a compromise!


 * PE**


 * Update your ** DPA L **** ogs ** . You should be about halfway through term 2 right now. __ During the Christmas vacation, you will not be responsible for doing your fitness logs. __ It will begin again upon our return to school in January. Thanks!


 * Music**
 * Can music students download "Sibelius 7.5 trial program "on your Mac and bring it in tomorrow, please?

__ **Tuesday, December 9** __

__ **ESL** __
 * bring your notebooks with your COMPLETED 5-paragraph essay on Friday, Dec 12
 * make sure that you have ALL materials as usual. Thanks :)


 * LAST DAY: Candygrams/Gong Cha: ** bring money tomorrow to buy candygrams or order Gong Cha. See Ms. Solmerano in the ESL room during recess (1:10-1:40; 3:00-3:20) HAPPY HOLIDAYS

__ **Monday, December 8** __

**Science:**
 * Don't forget about your unit exam on Friday. Chapters 2, 3, and 4.3 and 4.7.
 * 25 multiple choice and 1 long answer.

** Candygrams/Gong Cha: ** Read the school newsletters and bring money on Monday to buy candygrams or order Gong Cha. See Ms. Solmerano in the ESL room during recess (1:10-1:40; 3:00-3:20) HAPPY HOLIDAYS

__ **Friday, December 5** __


 * LA**
 * **Reading schedule homework** (Wednesday, Dec 3 to Monday, Dec 8) -- Chapters 28, 29 & 30
 * we will read **Chapter 31** in class and finish our chapter summaries on Monday
 * next week will be focusing on **reviewing TKAM** with a timeline and movie viewing (to compare/contrast the stories)
 * the final **TKAM test** will be two Mondays from now --MONDAY, Dec 15th


 * ESL**
 * Vocab Workshop + completed essay due on Tuesday (work on it at home if you can't finish it in 15 min.)
 * Please bring all necessary materials as usual. Have a fun weekend!

**Science:**
 * Do some informal research (no formal citations required but keep track of where your information came from) on your assigned question. Bring the information to class and be prepared to share it with your team member(s). You are not required to coordinate with your team member(s) over the weekend.
 * Hannah/Eileen: How are stem cells used? Describe the process that allows scientists to use stem cells to replicate other tissues and organ.
 * Isabel/Aleyna/John: What are the pros and cons of stem cell technology?
 * Annie/Steve/Isaac: Why is there controversy around stem cell technology? Why do some people oppose it?
 * Andrew/Edward/Adam: What human organs and/or tissues have been replicated using stem cells? Which have been used in humans and which are still in the development stage?
 * Kevin/David/Jeff: What do proponents of stem cell technology say? What are the benefits? How do they respond to the opponents?

**Candygrams/Gong Cha:** Read the school newsletters and bring money on Monday to buy candygrams or order Gong Cha. See Ms. Solmerano in the ESL room during recess (1:10-1:40; 3:00-3:20) HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

__**Thursday, December 4**__
 * PE**
 * **DPA Logs** reminder. You are responsible for daily/weekly updates throughout the rest of the year. Get in the habit of doing it daily.
 * **Basketball boys**: Keep your uniforms for the next couple months. We will be having more games in the new year.

__**Tuesday, December 2**__
 * H/C 9**
 * Layered Project now due: December 12th

__**Wednesday, November 26**__

Math
 * Page 142: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11
 * Chapter 3 Quiz on Wednesday, 10 multiple choice.


 * Science**
 * Nice summary about genes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MQdXjRPHmQ&feature=em-subs_digest-vrecs
 * Study for Chapter 3 Quiz on Monday.
 * LA**
 * finish your **Character Analysis Essay** -- due on MONDAY (must be printed BEFORE coming to school)
 * read **Chapters 22-24** (NOT Chapter 25 and NO quiz on Monday)


 * PE**
 * **DPA Logs** reminder. You are responsible for daily/weekly updates throughout the rest of the year. Get in the habit of doing it daily.

__**Tuesday, November 25**__ **Heath&Careers**
 * Layered Project due: December 5th!
 * Music**
 * Record your performing piece and send it to me today as the performance assessment was due today.
 * PE**
 * **DPA Logs** reminder. You are responsible for daily/weekly updates throughout the rest of the year. Get in the habit of doing it daily.

__**Monday, November 24**__


 * Science:**
 * Try This: Model of Recombinant DNA on Page 96
 * You don't need to use the materials listed but you need to make a model (make it simple, nothing extravagant please). Submit your model and answer questions A, B, C, and D.


 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 20**
 * Finish the **sociograms** for the Grade 9 class and TKAM
 * complete your **Character Traits** page (1 trait and 2 examples for your character) --from Friday

**Math:**
 * Practice questions Page 134: Practice Questions 3, 4 (what a great test question!), 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 19
 * You will have an entrance slip at the beginning of next class (Wednesday). Next class, we will also begin having exit slips every class. These will be completed 5 min before the end of every period and worth 1 or 2 marks. They will be entered into powerschool.
 * PE**
 * **DPA Logs** reminder. You are responsible for daily/weekly updates throughout the rest of the year. Get in the habit of doing it daily.

__**Friday, November 21**__


 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 18 & 19** for MONDAY
 * complete your **Character Traits** page (write down 1 trait and 2 examples for your character)


 * PE**
 * Reminder that **DPA Logs** started last week for term 2. You are responsible for daily/weekly updates throughout the rest of the year. Don't forget and get in the habit of doing it daily.

**Health & Careers**
 * Layered Project Due: December 5th


 * Music**
 * Practice till your neighbours beg for mercy. Do not change your piece of music during the weekend!

__**Thursday, November 20**__


 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 17** for FRIDAY

**ESL**
 * your notebooks are in your classroom now. Please bring it from your classroom to the ESL room along with all of your materials (there is a poster close to the door of what you should bring)
 * this is your last reminder to bring all of your materials because it is the same for each class, every Tue. and Fri.! This counts for your study skills marks, and if it disturbs the other group, you could get an ROC
 * please come prepared so that we can have a good class with no ROCs :) Thank you!

__**Wednesday, November 19**__

**Math**
 * Study for mid-chapter quiz on Friday by completing practice questions 1-6 on page 120 and 121
 * Science **
 * Complete your lab reports. Due on Monday, November 24. Include the following:
 * Question
 * Hypothesis
 * Materials
 * Purpose
 * Data/Observations (this is where your tables and diagrams go)
 * Analysis (a to d)
 * Evaluation (e)
 * Synthesis ( f to j)

__**Tuesday, November 18**__

> -- look at the **original version** to see our upcoming reading schedule > -- Once we are finished reading, we will be reviewing the book from December 8th -12th, with the final TKAM test on Monday, December 15th > -- When we return from the Christmas holiday, we will be working on a Layered Project (in class) from Monday, Jan. 5th - Friday, Jan. 16th.
 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 16**
 * make sure you are filling out your Google Doc, "**Characters, Quotes and Vocab**"


 * PE**


 * Reminder that **DPA Logs** started last week for term 2. You are responsible for daily/weekly updates throughout the rest of the year. Don't forget and get in the habit of doing it daily.

**Dance Party on Dec. 5**
 * fill out the online survey, "2014 Winter Dance Party"
 * buy tickets from Ms. Solmerano (15 000 won)
 * There will be contests for free tickets in each class! Ask your minister of affairs for more details :)

__**Monday, November 17**__


 * Math**
 * Read section 3.3
 * Page 114 3,4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 16
 * Science**


 * CYU Page 92: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11 (what a great test question!), 12, 13
 * Read pages 556 to 557 and Lab 3A on page 98 and prepare Question, Hypothesis, Materials, and Procedure for Lab 3A for Wednesday.
 * Social Studies**
 * Vocabulary quiz up to the word confederacy on Wednesday November 19. :)
 * Vocabulary quiz up to the word confederacy on Wednesday November 19. :)

>
 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 15**
 * review Chapters 12-15 for your **Quiz** TOMORROW
 * look over the **TKAM Review** you made in today's class
 * CONGRATS to our **Spelling Bee Finalists**: Jeff, Issac, David and Andrew.

**ESL**
 * bring your notebook, YOUR NOVEL, laptop and earphones to class on Tue.
 * you are not allowed to go back up to get supplies. Instead, you will get an ROC for being unprepared.
 * see you tomorrow :)


 * Dance Party on Dec. 5**
 * buy tickets from Ms. Solmerano (15 000 won)
 * There will be contests for free tickets in each class! Ask your minister of affairs for more details :)

__**Friday, November 14**__


 * Science**
 * Don't forget about your quiz tomorrow. You must design a lab experiment based on the "Lisa Simpson" hand out that you were given on Friday. You will need to identify: hypothesis, how you will set up your experiment, independent and dependent variables, experimental and control groups, how you will know if your result support your hypothesis.

> --> that's 7 pages per night > __[]__
 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 13 & 14** (p. 169-192) before Monday's class
 * We will have an **in-class Spelling Bee** next MONDAY, then the top four finalists will be in the Spelling Bee Finals on Friday, November 21st. Here is the **link** for some practice words:

__**Thursday, November 13**__


 * ESL**
 * bring your ESL notebook AND YOUR NOVEL to class. Bringing these things will count for your study skills check.

__**Wednesday, November 12**__

> __[]__
 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 12** (p. 153-168) before Friday's class
 * We will have an **in-class Spelling Bee** next MONDAY, then the top four finalists will be in the Spelling Bee Finals on Friday, November 21st. Here is the **link** for some practice words:

__**Tuesday, November 11**__

> __http://www.spelling-words-well.com/9th-grade-spelling-words.html__
 * LA**
 * We will have an **in-class Spelling Bee** next MONDAY, then the top four finalists will be in the Spelling Bee Finals on Friday, November 21st. Here is the **link** for some practice words:
 * Tomorrow, you will be completing your Quarter 2 **STAR Reading Test**

__**Monday, November 10**__


 * Science**
 * CYU Section 3.3


 * PE**
 * I will be checking DPA logs tonight. Please have them finalized by 5:00pm today. Thank you.


 * ESL**
 * bring your ESL notebook! Study skills checks will happen EVERY CLASS instead of at the end of the term. Thank you!

__**Thursday, November 6**__

> -- there WILL be multiple choice, matching and true or false questions, as well as a short answer question :D > -- use the **summaries on** Shmoop.com (links on your Study Guide)-- fill out your "**Characters, Quotes and Vocabulary**" Google Doc > -- review your **English 9** notes on Literary Elements (setting, plot, etc.)
 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 11**
 * prepare for your **TEST** on FRIDAY covering **PART 1** (**Chapters 1-11**)
 * PE**
 * **REMINDER:** PE Daily Physical Activity Logs (DPA Logs) are due this Sunday for Term 1. I will be checking them on Monday, November 10th.

__**Wednesday, November 5**__

Science:


 * CYU questions Section 3.2 --> 1 to 13

Math:
 * Complete Questions 1 cd, cd, 3cd, 4, 5, 6, 9, and 13 on pages 89 to 91
 * Complete your approximating square roots Gizmo if you did not do so in class. Due at the beginning class on Friday

__**Tuesday, November 4**__

> -- use the **Study Guide** (questions, answers and Shmoop.com summaries)-- fill out your Google doc titled "**Characters, Quotes and Vocabulary**" (there WILL be questions about characters and their traits) > -- review your **English 9** (Google doc) notes on Literary Elements > > **Upcoming homework** > __Wednesday__: Chapter 10, __Thursday__: Chapter 11, __Friday__: TEST (multiple choice, true/false, matching, short answer)
 * Science:**
 * If you did not finish the meiosis/mitosis review in class, here is the link: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/miracle/divi_flash.html
 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 9** and be prepared to discuss it tomorrow
 * prepare for your **test** on FRIDAY covering PART 1 (Chapters 1-11 or pages 3-149)


 * PE**
 * **REMINDER:** PE Daily Physical Activity Logs (DPA Logs) are due this Sunday for Term 1. I will be checking them on Monday, November 10th to see that they are updated. You need to have them completed and initialed by your parents by then.

__**Monday, November 3**__


 * ESL**
 * Study Skills check TOMORROW (checking notebooks and google docs)
 * To get full marks for the ESL portion, you need to have at least 2 tables in your grammar record, 4 vocab charts copied by hand in your ESL notebook, and at least 2 essays __glued into your notebook (do NOT leave essays in the ESL room after they have been checked)__

__**Friday, October 31**__


 * Math**


 * 1) Unit exam on Monday,November 10th, will cover Rational Numbers and Exponents (Chapters 1 and 2, respectively, in the textbook).

> -- use the Study Guide questions & answers, and re-read your book to solidify your understanding. > --**Remember**: your Learning Logs are due TODAY by midnight and you should have 13 entries :D
 * LA**
 * prepare for your **quiz** on MONDAY (covering Chapters 5-8)
 * complete your **Learning Log** for today (unit = TKAM, topic = Chapter 5-8 review)

__**Thursday, October 30**__


 * PE**
 * **DPA (Daily Physical Activity)** **Logs** started on Monday. You should get into the routine of updating these daily and any kind of physical activity can count. You will need to get your parents to initial their names in the space provided. I will be checking with them at the end of term 1 to make sure this is happening. You need to meet a minimum of __150 minutes__ of physical activity __each week__ for the remainder of the year. You may use weekends to catch up on any missed activity time. This will be a part of your Homework grade and will be assessed at the end of each term. Thank you all, I think this will be a great way to improve your health and physical well being.


 * ESL**
 * get your notebook from your classroom and bring it to ESL on Friday (if you did not get it back by now, make sure you handed it in to the correct blue tray that says 'grade 9 essays')
 * Study Skills check on Nov 4 (checking notebooks and google docs)
 * To get full marks for the ESL portion, you need to have at least 2 tables in your grammar record, 4 vocab charts copied by hand in your ESL notebook, and at least 2 essays (we've already done one) __glued into your notebook (do NOT leave essays in the ESL room after they have been checked)__

__Wear a costume to school and read through the schedule on the main page of the wiki!__

__**Wednesday, October 29**__

> --**Remember**: your Learning Logs are due on FRIDAY
 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 7 & 8**
 * be ready for a quick QUIZ on Friday (covering Chapters 5-8)
 * complete your **Learning Log** (unit = TKAM, topic = Chapter 4-6 review)


 * Math**
 * **Page** 78, 79: 1,2, 3 bd, 4,5, 6, 10


 * ESL**
 * get your notebook from your classroom and bring it to ESL on Friday (if you did not get it back by now, make sure you handed it in to the correct blue tray that says 'grade 9 essays')
 * Study Skills check on Nov 4 (checking notebooks and google docs)
 * To get full marks for the ESL portion, you need to have at least 2 tables in your grammar record, 4 vocab charts copied by hand in your ESL notebook, and at least 2 essays (we've already done one) __glued into your notebook (do NOT leave essays in the ESL room after they have been checked)__


 * Student Council**
 * hand in your permission slip to Ms. Solmerano after you get your enrichment teacher 's and Ms. Ashley's signatures
 * __g__ et your mom to call Ms. Ashley **by 10:15 am** to confirm that you are missing enrichment

__**Tuesday, October 28**__


 * Drama**
 * Journal questions have been sent to your email, you may reply back to me directly with your response or email me at: ms.cochrane@live.ca. These will be due on Thursday by 4pm, remember if you want to re-do your last journal this needs to be handed in on this day as well!


 * PE**
 * **DPA (Daily Physical Activity)** **Logs** started yesterday. You should get into the routine of updating these daily and any kind of physical activity can count. You will need to get your parents to initial their names in the space provided. I will be checking with them at the end of term 1 to make sure this is happening. You need to meet a minimum of __150 minutes__ of physical activity __each week__ for the remainder of the year. You may use weekends to catch up on any missed activity time. This will be a part of your Homework grade and will be assessed at the end of each term. Thank you all, I think this will be a great way to improve your health and physical well being.


 * ESL**
 * Study Skills check on Nov 4 (checking notebooks and google docs)
 * To get full marks for the ESL portion, you need to have at least 3 tables in your grammar record, 4 vocab charts copied by hand in your ESL notebook, and at least 2 essays (we've already done one) __glued into your notebook (do NOT leave essays in the ESL room after they have been checked)__


 * Student Council**
 * hand in your permission slip to Ms. Solmerano after you get your enrichment teacher 's and Ms. Ashley's signatures
 * __get your mom to call Ms. Ashley to confirm that you are missing enrichment__

__**Monday, October 27**__


 * Science:**
 * Complete the Snurffle Worksheet: http://www.biomanbio.com/GamesandLabs/Genegames/snurfle_meiosis_and_genetics.html
 * Complete CYU Questions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17. Section 3.1 in your textbook.
 * Short quiz on meiosis on Wednesday - based on Snurffle activity.
 * Math**
 * Short math quiz on Wednesday --> 10 multiple choice questions. Complete the mid-chapter review questions (page 68) to prepare.


 * ESL**
 * Study Skills check on Nov 4 (checking notebooks and google docs)
 * To get full marks for the ESL portion, you need to have at least 3 tables in your grammar record, 4 vocab charts copied by hand in your ESL notebook, and at least 2 essays (we've already done one) __glued into your notebook (do NOT leave essays in the ESL room after they have been checked)__


 * LA**
 * read **Chapter 6**
 * complete your **Learning Log** for today (unit = TKAM, topic = Chapter 1-4 review)


 * __Friday, October 24__**

Get your costume ready for Halloween next Friday!


 * ESL**
 * Study Skills check on Nov 4
 * To get full marks for the ESL portion, you need to have at least 3 tables in your grammar record, 4 vocab charts copied by hand in your ESL notebook, and at least 2 essays (we've already done one) glued into your notebook

__**Wednesday, October 21**__ > -- 46 pages over Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday = 7.6 pages/day > -- you WILL be able to pass if you read the chapters
 * LA**
 * complete your **Learning Log** for today (unit = TKAM, topic = Chapter 1 Questions)
 * read **Chapter 2, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter 5** (p. 20 - 66)
 * prepare for a **Chapter Quiz (1-5)** that will cover the basic facts about the book to prove you have read it


 * ESL**
 * Study Skills check on Nov 4
 * To get full marks for the ESL portion, you need to have at least 3 tables in your grammar record, 4 vocab charts copied by hand in your ESL notebook, and at least 2 essays (we've already done one) glued into your notebook

__**Tuesday, October 21**__


 * LA**
 * complete your **Learning Log** for today (unit = TKAM, topic = Chapter 1)
 * read **Chapter 2**


 * ESL**
 * finish copying the vocab chart into your ESL notebook by Tuesday, Oct 28
 * review today's lesson [|here]

__**Monday, October 20**__


 * LA**


 * Make a copy of the **TKAM --Characters, Quotes & Vocab** document & **share** with Ms. Collis (sharing means caring)
 * Fill out the **character descriptions and new vocabulary** from Chapter 1
 * Complete your **Learning Log** for today (unit = TKAM, topic = Chapter 1)

__**Thursday, October 16**__


 * ESL**


 * Your MGG (monthly grammar graph) doc should be up to date by Tuesday since we will print them out for Parent-Teacher interviews
 * Bring your ESL notebook to class on Tuesday, otherwise you will start a 'Study Skills' contract with Ms. Solmerano and your parents. This should NOT be the same notebook you use for LA or enrichment
 * Enjoy your long weekend!

__**Wednesday, October 15**__


 * Math**
 * No homework.


 * Science**
 * Chapter 2 Quiz has been pushed to Wednesday - all topics in Chapter 2 will be assessed. I will take a couple of questions directly from your exam prep books (handed out today).
 * Position project is cancelled.


 * ESL**
 * bring your ESL notebook to class on Tue. otherwise consequences will ensue! This is already the 2nd month of school so you should already have a notebook by now
 * if for some reason you cannot bring a notebook to school by Tuesday, email Ms. Solmerano by 8:00 pm on Monday

__**Tuesday, October 14**__


 * LA**
 * please remember to fill out your **Learning Log**
 * unit = To Kill A Mockingbird (TKAM) and topic = unreliable narrator


 * Drama**
 * complete the follow journal question: **Why are confidence and respect in a Drama classroom important? Give specific examples of when these** **things are needed**. Follow the journal outline handed out today, and feel free to ask questions! You will hand this in on **Thursday, October 16th!** You can choose to **either email this to me at: ms.cochrane@live.ca or to write it out on a piece of paper** and hand it in, both will be accepted. **Happy Writing! =)**

__**Wednesday, October 8**__


 * Science**
 * ** Finish your notes that given out in class by reading section 2.6 and completing the activities. **
 * ** Answer CYU Questions: 2, 6, 14, 16 **
 * Math **
 * **Study for the Chapter 1 Quiz by completing the self-test and review questions at the end of the chapter**
 * **Complete Section 1.7 in your workbooks and complete the self-test.**

__**Tuesday, October 7**__


 * LA**
 * create a Google doc titled "English 9" and share it with me (jcollis@bcacanada.org)
 * read pages 77-82 of English 9 and write notes about Literary Elements (point of view, plot, conflict, setting & atmosphere, characterization, protagonist, antagonist, theme, foreshadowing, mood)
 * due TOMORROW before class

__**Monday, October 6**__


 * ESL**
 * bring your vocab/grammar journal to class tomorrow!

Science
 * Finish Investigation 2B
 * Analysis questions: page 65 a, c; page 67 a-c, f
 * Evaluation g - i
 * Synthesis j, l, m

__**Wednesday, October 1**__

Questions page 2, 4, 6, 8 on page 39 No homework
 * Math**
 * Science**


 * ESL**
 * finish your vocab charts and WP by 8:00 pm, Monday (5 min.)
 * email Ms. Solmerano if any of the words are unclear

Math: Textbook: Page 34 Questions 11, 15, 16 Workbook: Sections 1.5 and 1.6
 * __Monday, September 28__**

Science:
 * Read pages 53 to 55 in your textbook
 * Complete CYU 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 15 on page 56

Science - Complete the learning gizmo on cell division. Remember to read the directions carefully.
 * __Friday, September 26__**


 * __Thursday, September 25__**


 * ESL**
 * bring your notebooks and laptops to class tomorrow!
 * wait until a teacher gives you permission to open your laptop

__Math 9 __ Practice problems 3, 4, 5, 6 on page 33, section 1.5 in your workbooks. Science 9 - Section 2.4 CYU 7, 10, 12, 16, 17

__**Tuesday, September 23**__


 * ESL**
 * WP due Thur. at 8:00 pm if not done in class (5-10 min.)

__**Monday, September 22**__
 * WP due at 8:00 pm tonight
 * bring **__notebooks__** and laptops to class on Tue.

__**Friday, September 19**__
 * online quiz due at 8:00 pm tonight (takes 1 min.)
 * WP due 8:00 pm on Monday
 * bring notebooks and laptops to class on Tue.
 * have a great weekend!

Math
 * Practice: 4ace, 7, 9, 10bdf, 11, 13, 16, 17ac
 * Workbook 1.3 and 1.4 (show your work)
 * Study for mid-chapter q//uiz// on Sections 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 on //Wednesday//


 * __Wednesday, September 17 __**

Math 9: Page 20-21 - 3ace, 8bd, 9, 11

__**Tuesday, September 16**__

Turning Off E-mail Notifications on Google Docs
 * ESL**
 * 1) Open the google doc that you want to change (WP/GR/MGG)
 * 2) Click on the Comments button (next to share)
 * 3) Click on Notifications and select 'None'

__**Friday September 12**__

Science 9: Read pages 39 and 40 and complete: CYU page 41 - 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16 Video we watched in class: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Z9pqST72is

Math 9: Page 1 in your work books (to be graded)

__**Thursday, Sept. 11th**__ Make sure to email me your Headshot assignment by 4pm TODAY!

__**Tuesday, Sept. 2nd**__

buy a small, thin notebook and start bringing it to school by Thur., Sept. 11
 * ESL**


 * Friday, Sept 5th**

Read section 1.1 and complete page 7&8 questions: 2, 3, 4, 6, ace, 7, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16 Please email me with any questions. We'll go over the homework in class after the holiday. Happy Chuseok! ~Ms. Willson
 * Math 9**

__**Thursday, Sept. 11th**__ Make sure to email me your Headshot assignment by 4pm TODAY!