ELA--Daily reading--20 minutes
SS--The "Scavenger Hunt" questions "1 to 11 are due tomorrow.
French--Study for a spelling test which will be on Friday.
8D SS--The "Scavenger Hunt" questions "11to 33 are due tomorrow.
**Please hand in registration and immunization forms asap. Signed contracts (Classroom Expectations) must also be in.
**Our annual Terry Fox Run/Walk will be held next Friday, Sept. 23rd. Pledge sheets have been handed out.
***Course outlines for the subjects which I teach are copied out below. If you would like a paper copy, just let your child inform me of it, and I will photocopy them for you.
September 2016
Grade 8
English Language Arts Course Outline and Objectives
Objectives
Throughout this course you will learn to
understand, appreciate, and use language arts in everyday life. You will learn
to listen, speak, read, write, view and
represent in different ways throughout the year.
Outcomes:
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Category
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Indicators
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Comprehension
( 40 % ):
- Reading
- Listening and
Viewing
Student makes meaning before, during,
and after reading, listening, and viewing a variety of oral, literary, and
media texts.
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- sets purposes for reading,
listening, and viewing
- reflects on own strengths and
needs to set attainable goals for improving comprehension
- uses strategies and cues
before, during, and after reading, listening, and viewing to make
meaning
- responds, discusses, shares,
and extends understandings
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Communication
(40%):
- Writing
- Speaking and
Representing
Student communicates own
understanding through writing speaking, and representing to learn and to
communicate with others.
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- sets purposes for writing,
speaking, and representing
- reflects on own strengths and
needs to set attainable goals for improving communication
- uses strategies and cues to
generate, organize, and communicate thinking, ideas, and information for
different audiences and purposes.
- discusses and shares criteria
and works to obtain or provide feedback
- enhances, improves, and edits
works to enhance clarity and artistry
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Critical
Thinking ( 20%):
Student applies thinking skills to
interpret and evaluate ideas and information; explores and researches big ideas
and
questions about self, others, and
the world.
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- poses and generates questions
and problems
- engages in dialogue and
debate
- expresses and substantiates
personal positions using evidence and reasoned judgment
- evaluates information and
ideas from a variety of sources
- uses diverse approaches to
test discoveries, solve problems, make decisions, and resolve conflicts
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Content
During this course we
will be studying/ developing skills in:
·
Spelling/grammar
·
Vocabulary
building
·
Novel
studies
·
Independent
Reading Program
·
Short
stories
·
Poetry
·
Public
speaking and presentations
·
Expository
writing
·
Research
based writing
·
Writer’s
workshop
·
And
several others based on student interest
Expectations
·
In
this course there will be a variety of assignments. We will have daily assignments,
homework, reports, journaling, presentations, essays, projects and
quizzes. It is expected that all
assignments are handed in on the due dates unless prior arrangements have been
made and agreed upon between myself and the student. Late assignments may result in either the student staying in at
noon-hour (free time) to complete the assignment or a deduction of marks.
Deadlines are very important in this class.
·
Students
are also expected to hand in their best work at ALL times. I will not accept
low-calibre work.
·
Students
will need to bring with them the necessary school supplies for this course; a
binder, pens, pencils, erasers, loose-leaf, 2-3 duo tangs, pencil crayons, and
markers.
·
It
is expected that students keep their binder, notebooks and reading texts in
good condition.
·
Students
are also expected to keep their notes neat and binders organized in order to
make studying for tests and quizzes easier.
Assessment
In addition to the above assignments, reading
journals, quizzes and unit tests, in Grade 8 ELA, students will be writing a
common assessment piece which will encompass nearly all aspects of the Grade 8
ELA curriculum covered throughout the year. The information gathered from this
assessment will assist in reporting to the Province for the Grade 8 Provincial
Assessment in February mandated by the Province of Manitoba.
September 2016
Grade 8
Math Course Outline and Objectives
Objectives
The
main objective of this course is to encourage the development of students’
abilities to think creatively and logically, to improve problem-solving skills,
data analysis skills, and cooperative interactions.
Outcomes
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Category
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Indicators
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Knowledge
and understanding of mathematical concepts (70%):
Student demonstrates knowledge and
understanding of specific
mathematical concepts and skills in each strand.
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- demonstrates knowledge and
understanding of:
- numbers
- patterns and relations
- shape and space
- statistics and probability
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Mental
Math and Estimation (15%):
Student uses math knowledge and number
facts to calculate mentally or
estimate.
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- determines an answer using multiple
mental math strategies
- applies mental math
strategies that are efficient, accurate and flexible
- makes a reasonable estimate of
value or quantity using benchmarks and referents
- uses estimation to make mathematical
judgments in daily life
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Problem
Solving (15%):
Student applies knowledge, skill,
or
understanding to solve problems.
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- applies various strategies to
model solutions to problems
- applies mathematical
knowledge to solve problems
- uses prior knowledge to
connect math ideas to other concepts communicates and justifies
problem-solving solutions mathematically
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Content
During this course of study we will study the
following topics:
·
Number
Theory
·
Squares
and square roots
·
Fractions,
Decimals and Percents
·
Integers
·
Graphing
·
Linear
Relations
·
Algebra
·
Pythagorean
Relationships
·
Rate
and Ratio
·
Probability
·
Shape
and Space
·
Geometry
and Measurement
Mental
Math and Problem Solving will be interspersed throughout all topics. Students
will also be assessed through a Common Math Assessment in March and in June.
Expectations
·
In
this course there will be a variety of assignments. We will have quizzes, daily
assignments, homework, unit tests and projects.
It is expected that all assignments are handed in on the due dates
unless prior arrangements have been made and agreed upon between myself and the
student. Late assignments may result in
either the student staying in at noon-hour (free time) to complete the
assignment or a deduction of marks. Deadlines are very important in this class.
·
Math
will have daily assignments to provide ample practice time for each
concept.
·
Students
are also expected to hand in their best work at ALL times. I will not accept
low-calibre work.
·
Students
will need to bring with them the necessary school supplies for this course; a
binder, a ringed note book, pens, pencils, erasers, loose-leaf, 2-3 duo tangs,
calculator, geometry set, ruler, pencil
crayons, and markers.
·
It
is expected that students keep their binder, notebooks and reading texts in
good condition.
·
Students
are also expected to keep their notes neat and binders organized in order to
make studying for tests and quizzes easier.
September
2016
Grade 8 Social Studies
Course Outline and Objectives
Objectives:
In this course students will explore
societies of the past and make connections between the past and the present. Students
will become aware of differing world views and the factors that influence
change in societies. We will assess the influence of the past on the present
and develop an appreciation for the historical significance of past societies
and civilizations.
Outcomes:
|
Category
|
Indicators
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Knowledge and
Understanding (70%):
Student acquires information about
human interaction in societies past and present, near and far. Student understands and applies key social studies concepts.
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Through a study of
topics, the student:
- acquires knowledge about life
past and present.
- understands and applies
concepts related to studied civilizations.
·
uses appropriate social studies
vocabulary
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Research and
Communication (15%):
Gathers, manages and shares information and ideas on social studies
topics.
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In social studies research and
communication, the student:
- poses questions about social
studies topics
- collects and interprets
information from diverse sources and perspectives
- compares and evaluates the
reliability of information sources
- records and organizes
information and ideas
- expresses and shares information and ideas using a variety of
media
|
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Critical Thinking and
Citizenship (15%):
Thinks critically and creatively about social studies topics. Connects
learning to the responsibilities and rights of citizenship.
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Through critical reflection and
the application of social studies learning to citizenship, the student:
- assesses the impact of
individual and collective actions on the larger community (past and
present)
- takes an informed and
ethically defensible stand on social issues
- accepts diversity and recognizes human commonalities in a
changing and complex world (past and present)
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Content
During this course of study we will study the
following topics and civilizations:
- Unit
1: Understanding Societies Past and Present
- Unit
2: Early Societies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, or the Indus Valley
- Unit
3: Ancient Societies of Greece
and Rome
- Unit
4: Transition to the Modern World
- Unit
5: Shaping the Modern World
Expectations
·
In
this course there will be a variety of assignments. We will have daily assignments,
homework, research, projects, unit tests and quizzes, presentations and
in-class observations. It is expected
that all assignments are handed in on the due dates unless prior arrangements
have been made and agreed upon between myself and the student. Late assignments may result in either the
student staying in at noon-hour (free time) to complete the assignment or a
deduction of marks. Deadlines are very important in this class.
·
Students
are also expected to hand in their best work at ALL times. I will not accept
low-calibre work.
·
Students
will need to bring with them the necessary school supplies for this course; a
binder, pens, pencils, erasers, loose-leaf, 2-3 duo tangs, pencil crayons, and markers.
·
It
is expected that students keep their binder, notebooks and reading texts in
good condition.
·
Students
are also expected to keep their notes neat and binders organized in order to
make studying for tests and quizzes easier.
September
2016
Grade 8 Science Course
Outline and Objectives
Objective:
The main objective of this course is to encourage the
development of students’ abilities and understanding of science concepts,
scientific inquiry process, and design process and problem solving.
Outcomes:
|
Category
|
Indicators
|
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Knowledge and
Understanding of Science Concepts (70%):
Student demonstrates understanding of science concepts and skills.
|
·
demonstrates knowledge of life science, physical
science, and earth science
|
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Scientific Inquiry
Process (15%):
Student asks questions, generates
possible explanations, collects
and analyzes evidence, and reaches conclusions based on evidence.
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- formulates questions that
lead to investigations
- makes predictions/hypotheses
- designs a fair test or a plan
to answer questions
- manipulates instruments
appropriately and in a safe manner
- makes relevant observations,
collects data and information, measures, classifies
- analyzes and interprets data to draw
conclusions that explain data
- identifies possible sources of error as well as strengths of the
experiment
|
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Design Process and
Problem Solving (15%):
Student applies science knowledge to seek solutions to practical
problems.
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- identifies practical problems
to solve
- seeks solutions to problems
and selects and justifies a method to be used to find a solution
- creates a written plan which
includes materials, steps to follow, safety considerations, and detailed
diagrams
- develops criteria to evaluate
a prototype
- constructs and tests a
prototype using predetermined criteria
- identifies and makes
improvements to a prototype and justifies the changes
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Content
During this course of study we will study the
following strands:
- Cells,
Tissues, Organs and Systems
- Optics
- Fluids
- Water
System
Expectations
·
In
this course there will be a variety of assignments. We will have daily assignments,
homework, research, projects, unit tests and quizzes, presentations, lab
reports, design projects and in-class observations. It is expected that all assignments are
handed in on the due dates unless prior arrangements have been made and agreed
upon between myself and the student. Late
assignments may result in either the student staying in at noon-hour (free
time) to complete the assignment or a deduction of marks. Deadlines are very
important in this class.
·
Students
are also expected to hand in their best work at ALL times. I will not accept
low-calibre work.
·
Students
will need to bring with them the necessary school supplies for this course; a
binder, ringed Science notebook, pens, pencils, erasers, loose-leaf, pencil
crayons, and markers.
·
It
is expected that students keep their binder, notebooks and reading texts in
good condition.
·
Students
are also expected to keep their notes neat and binders organized in order to
make studying for tests and quizzes easier.
