Daily Update--Sept. 29/17

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes.
  --Our first IRP will be due by October 3rd. A detailed handout has been given out and explained. Students should be finishing reading their book and working on the rough draft of the responses.
--Students should be taking home their vocabulary unit test for your signature and then returning the test to school asap.

MATH-
--POW #3 is due either Friday or Monday.


SCIENCE-
--Grasshopper Dissection journal entry is due Monday.

SS-
--"Weekly News" was due tomorrow.



8E SCIENCE
---- Students should be working on their journal entry re:grasshopper dissecton. It is due Monday.


FRENCH--


Have a good weekend!

Daily Update--Sept. 28/17

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
 -- Students should be working on the good copy of the bio-poem which is due tomorrow.
  --Our first IRP will be due by October 3rd. A detailed handout has been given out and explained. Students should be finishing reading their book and working on the rough draft of the responses.
--Students should be taking home their vocabulary unit test for your signature and then returning the test to school tomorrow.

MATH-
--POW #3 is due either Friday or Monday.
--3.3 page 99/100--questions #10, 11,12, 15, and 17 are due tomorrow.

SCIENCE-

SS-
--"Weekly News" is due tomorrow.



8E SCIENCE
---- Students should be working on their journal entry re:grasshopper dissecton. We will continue with it on Friday at which time it will be due.


FRENCH--


**Thank you to everyone who participating in our annual Terry Fox Run/Walk today and for the generous donations.

Daily Update--Sept. 27, 2017

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
 -- Students should be working on the good copy of the bio-poem which is due Friday.
  --Our first IRP will be due by October 3rd. A detailed handout has been given out and explained. Students should be finishing reading their book and working on the rough draft of the responses.

MATH-
--POW #3 is due either Friday or Monday.
--3.3 page 99--questions #4 a and b, #5 a and b, #6, and #7 are due tomorrow.

SCIENCE-

SS-
--"Weekly News" is due Friday.



8E SCIENCE
---- Students should be working on their journal entry re:grasshopper dissecton. We will continue with it on Friday at which time it will be due.


FRENCH--


****Terry Fox pledge sheets and money should be handed in tomorrow. Thank you for your support!

Daily Update--Sept. 26, 2017

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
 -- Students should be working on the good copy of the bio-poem which is due Friday.
  --Our first IRP will be due by October 3rd. A detailed handout has been given out and explained. Students should be finishing reading their book and working on the rough draft of the responses.

MATH-


SCIENCE-
--We completed our first dissection of the year! Yeah grasshoppers!


SS-
--"Weekly News" is due Friday.



8E SCIENCE
----We completed our first dissection of the year! Yeah grasshoppers


FRENCH--


****Terry Fox pledge sheets have been handed out. I hope students will be able to gather pledges for this worthy cause.

Daily Update--Sept. 25, 2017

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
 --I have assigned the "Bio-Poem". Students should be working on the rough draft, and good copy. It is due Friday.
  --Our first IRP will be due by October 3rd. A detailed handout has been given out and explained.

MATH-


SCIENCE-
--Please try to capture some grasshoppers for our first dissection of the year!


SS-
--"Weekly News" is due Friday.



8E SCIENCE
 ----Please try to capture some grasshoppers for our first dissection of the year!


FRENCH--


****Terry Fox pledge sheets have been handed out. I hope students will be able to gather pledges for this worthy cause.

Daily Update--Sept.21/17

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
--Vocabulary test for unit 1 will be on Monday, Sept.25th. We have been reviewing in class, and students should be reviewing at least 5 words a night, with a review of all words on Sunday night.
--An assignment--an illustration --of a vocabulary word has been assigned and is due no later than Monday.
--I have assigned the "Bio-Poem" today. Students should be working on the rough draft.
 --Our first IRP will be due by October 3rd. A detailed handout has been given out and explained.

MATH--
--POW #2 is due by Friday.
--Textbook 3.1--questions #6,8,10,12, and 13 are due tomorrow.


SCIENCE-
--Please try to capture some grasshoppers for our first dissection of the year!


SS-


8E SCIENCE
----Please try to capture some grasshoppers for our first dissection of the year!

FRENCH--


****Terry Fox pledge sheets have been handed out. I hope students will be able to gather pledges for this worthy cause.


***I will be away tomorrow so there will not be an update, but students will know what to do.

Daily Update--Sept. 20/17

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
--Vocabulary test for unit 1 will be on Monday, Sept.25th. We have been reviewing in class, and students should be reviewing at least 5 words a night, with a review of all words on Sunday night.
--An assignment--an illustration --of a vocabulary word has been assigned and is due no later than Monday.


--Our first IRP will be due by October 3rd. A detailed handout has been given out and explained.

MATH--
--POW #2 is due by Friday.
--Worksheet 3.1--questions #1 to 7, #8 a and c are due tomorrow.


SCIENCE-
--Please try to capture some grasshoppers for our first dissection of the year!


SS-
--The "Measuring Time" worksheet is due tomorrow.


FRENCH--


****Terry Fox pledge sheets have been handed out. I hope students will be able to gather pledges for this worthy cause.

Daily Update--Sept. 18/17

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
 -- The good copy of this letter will be due by tomorrow,Tuesday, Sept.19th.
--Vocabulary test for unit 1 will be next Monday, Sept.25th.

MATH--
--POW #2 is due by Friday.


SCIENCE-


SS-
--The "Index/Glossary" worksheet is due tomorrow.


FRENCH--


*** An information letter went home. Please read through , sign the bottom portion, and have it returned to school. Thank you!

Daily Update--Sept.15/17

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
 --Work on the rough draft of your friendly letter to me. The good copy of this letter will be due by Tuesday, Sept.19th.


MATH--



SCIENCE-


SS-
--The "Scavenger Hunt" is Monday.
 --Our first "Weekly News" is due by Monday, Sept. 18th.


FRENCH--
--Booklet (Monday)

*** An information letter went home. Please read through , sign the bottom portion, and have it returned to school. Thank you!


Have a great weekend!

Daily Update--Sept. 14/17

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
--Have the last two pages in unit 1 vocabulary completed for Friday.
--Work on the rough draft of your friendly letter to me. The good copy of this letter will be due by Tuesday, Sept.19th.


MATH--
Our first POW is due by Friday.


SCIENCE-


SS-
--The "Scavenger Hunt" questions #1 to 19 are due next class which will be Friday.
 --Our first "Weekly News" is due by Monday, Sept. 18th.


FRENCH--


*** An information letter went home yesterday. Please read through , sign the bottom portion, and have it returned to school. Thank you!


*** The "Open House" is tonight at 7:00. Hope to see you there!

Daily Update--Sept.13/17

ELA--Daily Reading for 20 minutes
--Have the last two pages in unit 1 vocabulary completed for Friday.


MATH--
Our first POW is due by Friday.
The multiplication table up to 15 is due tomorrow.

SCIENCE-


SS-
--The "Scavenger Hunt" questions #1 to 19 are due next class which will be Friday.
 --Our first "Weekly News" is due by Monday, Sept. 18th.


FRENCH--


*** An information letter went home today. Please read through , sign the bottom portion, and have it returned to school. Thank you!


Below you will find the course outlines for the subjects I teach to your son/daughter.

September 2017

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:

Category	Indicators
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.	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
Communication (40%): Writing Speaking and Representing Student communicates own understanding through writing speaking, and representing to learn and to communicate with others.	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
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.	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

 

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 2017

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
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.	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
Research and Communication (15%): Gathers, manages and shares information and ideas on social studies topics.	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
Critical Thinking and Citizenship (15%): Thinks critically and creatively about social studies topics. Connects learning to the responsibilities and rights of citizenship.	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)

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.

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
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
Scientific Inquiry Process (15%): Student asks questions, generates possible explanations, collects and analyzes evidence, and reaches conclusions based on evidence.	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
Design Process and Problem Solving (15%): Student applies science knowledge to seek solutions to practical problems.	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

 

 

 

 

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.

September 2017

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

Category	Indicators
Knowledge and understanding of mathematical concepts (70%): Student demonstrates knowledge and understanding of specific mathematical concepts and skills in each strand.	demonstrates knowledge and understanding of: numbers patterns and relations shape and space statistics and probability
Mental Math and Estimation (15%): Student uses math knowledge and number facts to calculate mentally or estimate.	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
Problem Solving (15%): Student applies knowledge, skill, or understanding to solve problems.	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

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.

 

rade 8 Visual Art Course Outline and Objectives

 

Objectives:

      Grade 8 Visual Art course allows students to develop an understanding and appreciations of the elements and principals of artistic design in a variety of contexts. 

 

Outcomes:

Category	Indicators
Language and Tools (20%): Student develops understanding of and facility with visual art elements, principles, and media.	demonstrates understanding of the elements and principles of artistic design in a variety of contexts develops understanding of and facility with visual art media, tools, and processes
Creative Expression (60%): Student individually and collaboratively generates, develops, and communicates ideas in creating original visual art for variety of purposes and audiences.	generates and uses ideas from a variety of sources for creating art develops original artworks, creatively integrating ideas and art elements, principles, and media ·         finalizes and shares own original artworks
Knowledge and Understanding of Visual Arts in Culture and Understanding (10%): Student connects the visual arts to contexts of time, place and community, and develops understanding of how art reflects and influences culture and identity.	experiences and develops awareness of artworks from various times, places, social groups, and cultures experiences and develops awareness of a variety of art forms, styles, and traditions
Analysis and Communication (10%): Student analyzes, reflects on, and constructs meaning in response to art created by self and others.	analyzes own and others’ artistic compositions constructs personal interpretations of their own and others’ art works

 

Content

            During this course we will be completing assignments on the following:

• Portfolio Assignment
• Tessellations
• Aboriginal Dot Art
• Narrative Art
• Sketching

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