WELCOME!!!

Hello everyone,

Welcome to Mr. McDowell's classroom blog. I am very excited to have a classroom webpage and I hope that you will find it useful. The purpose of this blog is to provide a convenient (and reliable) communication link between students, parents, the school and Mr. McDowell. I invite you to check this blog on a daily basis as I will be posting valuable information about the classroom and the school - including daily homework assignments, important dates, classroom/school news, etc.

For your convenience, you can also sign-up to receive "daily updates" from this blog that automatically gets sent to your email every day there is a new posting. Simply type in your email address into the 'submit' box found on the right side of this blog.

More importantly, if you ever have any questions or concerns about your son/ daughter, please do not hesitate to contact me via phone, email, or this blog:

M.C. Knoll School - 786-5540
Email - benson.mcdowell@gssd.ca



Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 22

It is amazing to think the 2009 school year has already come and gone.  I hope the students have enjoyed the year so far.  I promise that 2010 will be that much better!

Have a safe, happy holiday.  We will see everyone back on Monday, January 4, 2010!

3 DAYS LEFT UNTIL SANTA ARRIVES!

Homework:
- No Homework...Yaaahhooooo!

Monday, December 21, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 21

Ask your son/daughter about the sleigh ride the students enjoyed today!

4 DAYS LEFT UNTIL SANTA ARRIVES!

Reminders:
- Sunrise Health Region information that was to be returned to school is now overdue (grade 8 only).
- Students are dismissed at 2:00 p.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, Dec. 22) in preparation for the holidays.

Homework:
Math - Probability Test (Tuesday, Dec. 22)

Friday, December 18, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 18

Have a wonderful weekend!

7 DAYS LEFT UNTIL SANTA ARRIVES!

Reminders:
- Sunrise Health Region information that was to be returned to school is now overdue (grade 8 only).
- Grade 8 students will need appropriate outdoor clothing for their Adventure Ed. class on Monday.

Homework:
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (overdue Friday, Dec. 18)
Math - 10.6 Worksheet (due Monday, Dec. 21)
Social - Dec. What in the World (due Monday, Dec. 21)
Math - Probability Test (Tuesday, Dec. 22)

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 17

Grade 7/8M are finishing a math unit on Probability (hopefully before the holidays). Students are working in the Math Focus 7 textbook. Their last assignments are Section 10.3 (#1-7) and Section 10.6 (#1-8) - which are not necessarily for homework. Instead, these assignments are used to 'practice' the math content before working on the section worksheets. The section worksheets will be used to assess the students' understanding of the math and are assigned for homework.

8 DAYS LEFT UNTIL SANTA ARRIVES!

Reminders:
- Tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 18) is X-mas hat day.
- Sunrise Health Region information MUST be returned before Friday, Dec. 18 (grade 8 only).

Homework:
Spelling - Lesson #12 (due Friday, Dec. 18)
Spelling - Lesson #6-12 Test (Friday, Dec. 18)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)
Social - Dec. What in the World (due Monday, Dec. 21)
Math - Probability Test (Tuesday, Dec. 22)

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

YRHS Science Presentations

Students from the YRHS put together some great science presentations for our school today.




Classroom News - Dec. 16

Grade 7/8M are finishing a math unit on Probability (hopefully before the holidays).  Students are working in the Math Focus 7 textbook.  Their last assignments are Section 10.3 (#1-7) and Section 10.6 (#1-8) - which are not necessarily for homework.  Instead, these assignments are used to 'practice' the math content before working on the section worksheets.  The section worksheets will be used to assess the students' understanding of the math and are assigned for homework.

Ask your son/daughter about the awesome science presentations!

9 DAYS LEFT UNTIL SANTA ARRIVES!

Reminders:
- Candy canes will be for sale for $0.50 tomorrow (Thursday, Dec. 17).
- Friday, Dec. 18 is X-mas hat day.
- Sunrise Health Region information MUST be returned before Friday, Dec. 18 (grade 8 only).

Homework:
Math - 10.3 Worksheet (due Thursday, Dec. 17)
Spelling - Lesson #12 (due Friday, Dec. 18)
Spelling - Lesson #6-12 Test (Friday, Dec. 18)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)
Social - Dec. What in the World (due Monday, Dec. 21)
Math - Probability Test (Tuesday, Dec. 22)

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 15

Sunrise Health Region information was sent home today with the grade 8 students.

10 DAYS LEFT UNTIL SANTA ARRIVES!

Reminders:
- Santa will be here tomorrow (Wednesday, Dec. 16). Pictures cost only $0.50 and last a lifetime!
- Candy canes will be for sale for $0.50 on Thursday, Dec. 17.
- Friday, Dec. 18 is X-mas hat day.

Homework:
LA - Joy-Riding Questions and Activities (overdue Monday, Dec. 14)
Math - 10.2 Worksheet (overdue Tuesday, Dec. 15)
Math - 10.3 Worksheet (due Thursday, Dec. 16)
Spelling - Lesson #12 (due Friday, Dec. 18)
Spelling - Lesson #6-12 Test (Friday, Dec. 18)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)

Monday, December 14, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 14

I sure hope this weather warms up soon!!!

Great job to everyone who dressed up in their best green and red clothes today.

Reminders:
- Santa will be here Wednesday, Dec. 16. Pictures cost only $0.50 and last a lifetime!
- Candy canes will be for sale for $0.50 on Thursday, Dec. 17.
- Friday, Dec. 18 is X-mas hat day.

Homework:
Art - Grid Art (overdue Friday, Dec. 11)
LA - Joy-Riding Questions and Activities (overdue Monday, Dec. 14)
Math - 10.2 Worksheet (due Tuesday, De. 15)
Social - Power Unit Test (Tuesday, Dec. 15)
Spelling - Lesson #12 (due Friday, Dec. 18)
Spelling - Lesson #6-12 Test (Friday, Dec. 18)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)

Friday, December 11, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 11

Great job M.C. Knoll on yet another wonderfully successful Christmas Concert.  The staff is very proud of you!

Have a great weekend.

Reminders:
- Monday, Dec. 14 is Red and Green Day.
- Santa will be here Wednesday, Dec. 16. Pictures cost only $0.50 and last a lifetime!
- Candy canes will be for sale for $0.50 on Thursday, Dec. 17.
- Friday, Dec. 18 is X-mas hat day.

Homework:
Art - Grid Art (overdue Friday, Dec. 11)
LA - Joy-Riding Questions and Activities (due Monday, Dec. 14)
Social - Power Unit Test (Tuesday, Dec. 15)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 10

Reminders:
- The M.C. Knoll Christmas concert is tonight at 7:00 p.m.. Come on out and enjoy a great performance!
- Tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 11) is Pajama Day.
- Monday, Dec. 14 is Red and Green Day.
- Santa will be here Wednesday, Dec. 16.  Pictures cost only $0.50 and last a lifetime!
- Candy canes will be for sale for $0.50 on Thursday, Dec. 17.
- Friday, Dec. 18 is X-mas hat day.

Homework:
Phys. Ed. - Active Living Project (due Friday, Dec. 11)
Art - Grid Art (due Friday, Dec. 11)
LA - Joy-Riding Questions and Activities (due Monday, Dec. 14)
Social - Power Unit Test (Tuesday, Dec. 15)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 9

Reminders:
- The M.C. Knoll Christmas concert is tomorrow - Thursday, Dec. 10 (10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.).  Come on out and enjoy a great performance!
- Tomorrow is also early dismissal (noon)
- Friday, Dec. 11 is Pajama Day.

Homework:
Spelling - Lesson #11 (due Thursday, Dec. 10)
Math - 10.1 Worksheet (due Thursday, Dec. 10)
Phys. Ed. - Active Living Project (due Friday, Dec. 11)
Art - Grid Art (due Friday, Dec. 11)
LA - Joy-Riding Questions and Activities (due Monday, Dec. 14)
Social - Power Unit Test (Tuesday, Dec. 15)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

SAC's 12 Days of Christmas - Door Decorating

Here is our classroom door that students decorated to celebrate the season!  Ooooo!  Awwww!


Classroom News - Dec. 8

Reminders:
- Continue to check the "Upcoming Events" section of the blog for some important dates.
- The M.C. Knoll Christmas concert is on Thursday, Dec. 10 (10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.)
- Thursday, Dec. 10 is also early dismissal (noon)
- Friday, Dec. 11 is Pajama Day.

Homework:
Math - "Ch. 10 Probability" Worksheet (due Wednesday, Dec. 9)
Spelling - Lesson #11 (due Thursday, Dec. 10)
Phys. Ed. - Active Living Project (due Friday, Dec. 11)
Art - Grid Art (due Friday, Dec. 11)
LA - Joy-Riding Questions and Activities (due Monday, Dec. 14)
Social - Power Unit Test (Tuesday, Dec. 15)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)

Monday, December 7, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 7

A short newsletter was sent home today with information about the Christmas concert.

Reminders:
- Continue to check the "Upcoming Events" section of the blog for some important dates.
- The M.C. Knoll Christmas concert is on Thursday, Dec. 10 (10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.)
- Thursday, Dec. 10 is also early dismissal (noon)
- Friday, Dec. 11 is Pajama Day.

Homework:
CARS - Bullying Poster (due Tuesday, Dec. 8)
LA - Read "Joy-Riding" (due Tuesday, Dec. 8)
Math - "Ch. 10 Probability" Worksheet (due Wednesday, Dec. 9)
Spelling - Lesson #11 (due Thursday, Dec. 10)
Phys. Ed. - Active Living Project (due Friday, Dec. 11)
Art - Grid Art (due Friday, Dec. 11)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)

Friday, December 4, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 4

Have a wonderful weekend!

Reminders:
- Check the "Upcoming Events" section of the blog for some important dates (starting on Monday, Dec. 7).

Homework:
CARS - Bullying Poster (due Tuesday, Dec. 8)
Spelling - Lesson #11 (due Thursday, Dec. 10)
Art - Grid Art (due Friday, Dec. 11)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 3

Check the "Upcoming Events" section of the blog for information about some important dates upcoming.

Reminders:
- Report card envelopes and yellow forms are now overdue.

Homework:
Art - Grid Art (due Friday, Dec. 11)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (due Friday, Dec. 18)

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 2

Check the "Upcoming Events" section of the blog for information about some important dates upcoming.

Reminders:
- Report card envelopes and yellow forms are now overdue.

Homework:
Math 7 - 3.8 Order of Operations W/S (overdue Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Math 8 - Percents Test (Thursday, Dec. 3)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (Due Friday, Dec. 18)

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Classroom News - Dec. 1

December is here (along with the snow!).

The December newsletter was sent home today with some VERY important dates upcoming.  Check the "Upcoming Events" section of the blog for information about the important dates.

Reminders:
- Report card envelopes and yellow forms are now overdue.

Homework:
LA - "Feathers in the Wind" Questions (overdue, Tuesday, Dec. 1)
Math 8 - 5.4 Worksheet (Sales Tax) (overdue Tuesday, Dec. 1)
Spelling - Lesson 10 (due Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Science 8 - 3D Cell (due Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Math 7 - Decimals Test (Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Math 7 - 3.8 Order of Operations W/S (due Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Math 8 - Percents Test (Thursday, Dec. 3)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (Due Friday, Dec. 18)

Monday, November 30, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 30

Happy Monday (I'm trying to be optimistic considering the result of the football game)!

Reminders:
- Report card envelopes and yellow forms are now overdue.

Homework:
LA - "Feathers in the Wind" Questions (due, Tuesday, Dec. 1)
Math 8 - 5.4 Worksheet (Sales Tax) (due Tuesday, Dec. 1)
Spelling - Lesson 10 (due Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Science 8 - 3D Cell (due Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Math 7 - Decimals Test (Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Math 8 - Percents Test (Thursday, Dec. 3)
LA - Booktalk Write-up and Presentation (Due Friday, Dec. 18)

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 26

Thanks to all of those parents who attended the parent-teacher meetings.  It is always a great pleasure to have the good conversations about your son/daughters success and future goals.

GO RIDERS GO!

Reminders:
- There is no school tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 27). Yipppeeee!
- Report card envelopes and yellow forms are now overdue.

Homework:
Math 7 - Order of Operations (pg 130) #1-3, 7(due Monday, Nov. 30)
Math 8 - Sales Tax (pg 260) #4-8 (due Monday, Nov. 30)
LA - "Feathers in the Wind" Questions (due, Tuesday, Dec. 1)
Spelling - Lesson 10 (due Wednesday, Dec. 2)

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 25

Report card envelopes and yellow forms are due back by tommorrow (Thursday, Nov. 26).

Parent-teacher interviews continue today (Nov. 25). Your son/daughter is encouraged to come. I look forward to the meetings.

Reminders:
- Good Taste Fundraiser forms are due Thursday, Nov. 26.
- H1N1 Flu clinic information was sent home last week. The date for students to recieve the shot at M.C. Knoll is Thursday, Nov. 26.
- There is no school Friday, Nov. 27. Yipppeeee!

Homework:
Math 7 - Order of Operations Questions (due Thursday, Nov. 26)
Math 8 - Sales Tax "Investigation" (pg 256) (due Thursday, Nov. 26)
Spelling - Lesson 10 (due Wednesday, Dec. 2)

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Adventure Ed. - Grade 7 Curling

Here are some pictures of the grade 7 students curling today during their Adventure Education class. Fun, fun, fun!



Classroom News - Nov. 24

Report card envelopes and yellow forms are due back by Thursday, Nov. 26.

Parent-teacher interviews are today and tomorrow (Nov. 24 + 25). Your son/daughter is encouraged to come. I look forward to the meetings.

Reminders:
- Good Taste Fundraiser forms are due Thursday, Nov. 26.
- H1N1 Flu clinic information was sent home last week. The date for students to recieve the shot at M.C. Knoll is Thursday, Nov. 26.
- There is no school Friday, Nov. 27. Yipppeeee!

Homework:
Math 8 - 5.3 Worksheet (#1-5, 7) (overdue Monday, Nov. 23)
Math 7 - 3.5 Worksheet (#1-3, 7, 9) (overdue Monday, Nov. 23)
LA - Read "Feathers in the Wind" (due Wednesday, Nov. 25)
Math 7 - Order of Operations Questions (due Thursday, Nov. 26)
Math 8 - Sales Tax "Investigation" (pg 256) (due Thursday, Nov. 26)

Monday, November 23, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 23

Happy Monday!

Report card envelopes and yellow forms are due back by Thursday, Nov. 26.

Parent-teacher interviews are tomorrow and Wednesday (Nov. 24 + 25).  Your son/daughter is encouraged to come.  I look forward to the meetings.

Reminders:
- Good Taste Fundraiser forms are due Thursday, Nov. 26.
- H1N1 Flu clinic information was sent home last week. The date for students to recieve the shot at M.C. Knoll is Thursday, Nov. 26.
- There is no school Friday, Nov. 27. Yipppeeee!

Homework:
Social - Canada and USA Government Assignment (overdue Friday, Nov. 20)
Math 8 - 5.3 Worksheet (#1-5, 7) (overdue Monday, Nov. 23)
Math 7 - 3.5 Worksheet (#1-3, 7, 9) (overdue Monday, Nov. 23)
LA - Read "Feathers in the Wind" (due Wednesday, Nov. 25)
Math 8 - Sales Tax "Investigation" (pg 256) (due Thursday, Nov. 26)

Friday, November 20, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 20

Come out and enjoy some AWESOME volleyball action this weekend at the City Volleyball Tournament.

Great job showing your school spirit today wearing green and white!

H1N1 Flu clinic information was sent home today.  The date for students to recieve the shot at M.C. Knoll is Thursday, Nov. 26.

Be sure to talk with your son/daughter about their term 1 report card.

Reminders:
- Parent-teacher Interviews are on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week (Nov. 24 + 25).
- Good Taste Fundraiser forms are due Thursday, Nov. 26.
- There is no school Friday, Nov. 27.  Yipppeeee!

Homework:
Social - Canada and USA Government Assignment (overdue Friday, Nov. 20)
Spelling - Lesson #9 (due Monday, Nov. 23)
Math 8 - 5.3 Worksheet (#1-5, 7) (due Monday, Nov. 23)
Math 7 - 3.5 Worksheet (#1-3, 7, 9) (due Monday, Nov. 23)

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 19

The staff at M.C. Knoll are asking for volunteers to help out at this weekends City Volleyball Tournament. A newsletter was sent home Wednesday with the specifics. Thanks for your help!

Have a warm afternoon off! 

Reminders:
- All grade 7 students are encouraged to bring baking for the bake sale tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 20).
- Report cards will be sent home tomorrow. Yahooooo!
- Tomorrow is also "green and white day" in celebration of our Saskatchewan Roughriders!

Homework:
Art - Grid Art Picture (overdue Wednesday, Nov. 18)
Social - Canada and USA Government Assignment (due Friday, Nov. 20)
Spelling - Lesson #9 (due Monday, Nov. 23)
Math 8 - 5.3 Worksheet (#1-5, 7) (due Monday, Nov. 23)

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 18

The staff at M.C. Knoll are asking for volunteers to help out at this weekends City Volleyball Tournament. A newsletter was sent home yesterday with the specifics. Thanks for your help!

Reminders:
- There will be another noon-hour early dismissal tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 19).
- All grade 7 students are encouraged to bring baking for the bake sale Friday, Nov. 20
- Report cards will be sent home Friday, Nov. 20. Yahooooo!
- Friday, Nov. 20 is also "green and white day" in celebration of our Saskatchewan Roughriders!

Homework:
Art - Grid Art Picture (overdue Wednesday, Nov. 18)
Social - Canada and USA Government Assignment (due Friday, Nov. 20)
Spelling - Lesson #9 (due Monday, Nov. 23)

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 17

The staff at M.C. Knoll are asking for volunteers to help out at this weekends City Volleyball Tournament.  A newsletter was sent home today with the specifics.  Thanks for your help!

Reminders:
- An M.C. Knoll pizza hot lunch will be held tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 18).
- There will be another noon-hour early dismissal Thursday, Nov. 19.
- All grade 7 students are encouraged to bring baking for the bake sale Friday, Nov. 20
- Report cards will be sent home Friday, Nov. 20. Yahooooo!
- Friday, Nov. 20 is also "green and white day" in celebration of our Saskatchewan Roughriders!

Homework:
Math 7 - 3.4 Worksheet (multiplication) (due Wednesday, Nov. 18)
Math - Problem Solving #9 (due Wednesday, Nov. 18)
Art - Grid Art Picture (due Wednesday, Nov. 18)
Spelling - Lesson #9 (due Monday, Nov. 23)

Monday, November 16, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 16

Happy Monday!

Reminders:
- An M.C. Knoll pizza hot lunch will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18.
- There will be another noon-hour early dismissal Thursday, Nov. 19.
- All grade 7 students are encouraged to bring baking for the bake sale Friday, Nov. 20
- Report cards will be sent home Friday, Nov. 20. Yahooooo!
- Friday, Nov. 20 is also "green and white day" in celebration of our Saskatchewan Roughriders!

Homework:
Math 7 - 3.4 Worksheet (multiplication) (due Wednesday, Nov. 18)
Art - Grid Art Picture (due Wednesday, Nov. 18)

Friday, November 13, 2009

Harvest Showdown



Classroom News - Nov. 13

A couple of newsletters were sent home today including a fundraiser pamphlet, bake sale information (gr. 7 only), and parent-teacher interview information.

Picture orders were also sent home today.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Reminders:
- An M.C. Knoll pizza hot lunch will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18.
- There will be another noon-hour early dismissal Thursday, Nov. 19.
- All grade 7 students are encouraged to bring baking for the bake sale Friday, Nov. 20
- Report cards will be sent home Friday, Nov. 20. Yahooooo!

Homework:
Art - Sept.-Nov. Art Sketches (x6) (overdue Friday, Nov. 13)
Health - 12 min. Run Goal Reflection Paragraph (overdue Friday, Nov. 13)
Math 7 - Page 102, #2 (due Monday, Nov. 16)
Art - Grid Art Picture (due Wednesday, Nov. 18)

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 12

Ask your son/daughter about the Harvest Showdown that the students enjoyed today!

Reminders:
- An M.C. Knoll pizza hot lunch will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18.
- There will be another noon-hour early dismissal Thursday, Nov. 19.
- All grade 7 students are encouraged to bring baking for the bake sale Friday, Nov. 20
- Report cards will be sent home Friday, Nov. 20.  Yahooooo!

Homework:
Math 8 - 5.2 Worksheet (overdue Thursday, Nov. 12)
Social - Nov. What in the World (overdue Thursday, Nov. 12)
Art - Sept.-Nov. Art Sketches (x6) (due Friday, Nov. 13)
Spelling - Lesson #8 (due Friday, Nov. 13)
LA - Writing Journal and Bell Work Binder (due Friday, Nov. 13)
Health - 12 min. Run Goal Reflection Paragraph (due Friday, Nov. 13)

Friday, November 6, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 6


Have a nice long break.  We will see everyone on Thursday, Nov. 12.

And continue to "remember"...

Reminders:
- Students will be attending the Harvest Showdown on Thursday, Nov. 12 (first day back after the long break).
- An M.C. Knoll pizza hot lunch will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18. If students are interested, the appropriate form and money is due by Thursday, Nov. 12.

Homework:
Art - Halloween Art Characters (overdue Thursday, Nov. 5)
Health - Personal Goal Reflection Paragraph (overdue Friday, Nov. 6)
Math 8 - 5.2 Worksheet (due Thursday, Nov. 12)
Social - Nov. What in the World (due Thursday, Nov. 12)
Art - Sept.-Nov. Art Sketches (x6) (due Friday, Nov. 13)
Spelling - Lesson #8 (due Friday, Nov. 13)
LA - Writing Journal and Bell Work Binder (due Friday, Nov. 13)
Health - 12 min. Run Goal Reflection Paragraph (due Friday, Nov. 13)

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Classroom News - Nov. 5

Sorry (once again) about not updating the blog the last couple of days. I was attending a wonderful teacher workshop.

Check out our AWESOME class picture at the bottom of the blog!

Reminders:
- Students will be attending the Harvest Showdown on Thursday, Nov. 12. Forms were sent home earlier this week and NEED to be returned by tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 6)
- We will be accepting donations for Remembrance Day all week. The M.C. Knoll and St. Mike's service is tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 6) at 10:00.
- An M.C. Knoll pizza hot lunch will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18.  If students are interested, the appropriate form and money is due by Thursday, Nov. 12.

Homework:
Math 7 - Multiplication + Division of Decimals Worksheets (odd numbers only) (overdue Thursday, Nov. 5)
Art - Halloween Art Characters (overdue Thursday, Nov. 5)
Career G - Review Questions pg. 28 (key terms, 1-3 + 8, reflection) (due Friday, Nov. 6)
Health - Goal Reflection Paragraph (due Friday, Nov. 6)
Science 7 - House Report (due Friday, Nov. 6)
Social - Nov. What in the World (due Thursday, Nov. 12)
Art - Sept.-Nov. Art Sketches (x6) (due Friday, Nov. 13)
Spelling - Lesson #8 (due Friday, Nov. 13)
LA - Writing Journal and Bell Work Binder (due Friday, Nov. 13)

Monday, November 2, 2009

Halloween Pictures

Here are a few pictures from Oct. 30 where our M.C. Knoll students enjoyed multiple activities including pumpkin carving, a halloween parade, and a dance.



Classroom News - Nov. 2

Welcome to November!

A newsletter was sent home today about our 7/8M classroom attending the Harvest Showdown on Thursday, Nov. 12.  There is a permission slip to sign and return.

Reminders:
- Please be extra careful with spreading germs as students are becoming overwhelmingly sick lately!
- We will be accepting donations for Remembrance Day all week.  The M.C. Knoll and St. Mike's service is Friday, Nov. 6 at 10:00.

Homework:
Spelling - Lesson #7 (due Wednesday, Nov. 4)
Math 7 - Multiplication + Division of Decimals Worksheets (odd numbers only) (due Thursday, Nov. 5)
Art - Halloween Art Characters (due Thursday, Nov. 5)
Health - Goal Reflection Paragraph (due Friday, Nov. 6)
Science 7 - House Report (due Friday, Nov. 6)
Art - Sept.-Nov. Art Sketches (x6) (due Friday, Nov. 13)
Spelling - Lesson #8 (due Friday, Nov. 13)
LA - Writing Journal and Bell Work Binder (due Friday, Nov. 13)

Friday, October 30, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 30

Ask your son/daughter about all of the wonderful festivities our M.C. Knoll students enjoyed today.

Have a safe and happy Halloween!

I'll see you in November...

Homework:
Career G. - "5 Things..." Chart (overdue Friday, Oct. 30)
Spelling - Lesson #7 (due Monday, Nov. 2)
Math 8 - 4.1 Worksheet (due Monday, Nov. 2)
French 8 - Booklets (due Monday, Nov. 2)
Health - Goal Reflection Paragraph (due Friday, Nov. 6)
Science 7 - House Report (due Friday, Nov. 6)

Thursday, October 29, 2009

M.C. Knoll Animal Petting Zoo



Classroom News - Oct. 29

Sorry about the "no blog entry" yesterday. The grade 8's and I enjoyed a wonderful day at the Saltcoats Leadership Conference until about 8:00 p.m..

Ask your son/daughter about the petting zoo!

Reminders:
- Halloween celebrations are tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 30) and will include pumpkin carving, school parade and a sock hop (ie: dance).

Homework:
Career G. - "5 Things..." Chart (due Friday, Oct. 30)
Math 8 - 4.1 Worksheet (due Monday, Nov. 2)
French 8 - Booklets (due Monday, Nov. 2)
Health - Goal Reflection Paragraph (due Friday, Nov. 6)
Science 7 - House Report (due Friday, Nov. 6)

Saltcoats Leadership Conference - Grade 8's



Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 27

Please refer to the 'reminders' section below for some very important, yet very fun dates approaching.

Reminders:
- Grade 8 students are off to Saltcoats tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 28) for a leadership conference. Students should be ready to go around 8:15.
- Our very own M.C. Knoll Petting Zoo will be on Thursday, Oct. 29.
- Halloween celebrations are on Friday, Oct. 30 and will include pumpkin carving, school parade and a sock hop (ie: dance).

Homework:
LA - Survey and Presentations (overdue Monday, Oct. 26)
Math 7 - Math 3.2 Worksheet (overdue Tuesday, Oct. 27)
Science 7 - Ice Cube Container (due Thursday, Oct. 29)
Science - Science Challenge (due Thursday, Oct. 29)

Monday, October 26, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 26

Happy Monday!

Please refer to the 'reminders' section below for some very important, yet very fun dates approaching.

Reminders:
- Grade 8 students are off to Saltcoats on Wednesday, Oct. 28 for a leadership conference.  Students should be ready to go around 8:15.
- Our very own M.C. Knoll Petting Zoo will be on Thursday, Oct. 29.
- Halloween celebrations are on Friday, Oct. 30 and will include pumpkin carving, school parade and a sock hop (ie: dance).

Homework:
Math 8 - Math Focus Pg. 147 #1-3 (overdue Monday, Oct. 26)
LA - Survey and Presentations (overdue Monday, Oct. 26)
Math 7 - Math 3.2 Worksheet (due Tuesday, Oct. 27)
Science 7 - Ice Cube Container (due Thursday, Oct. 29)
Science - Science Challenge (due Thursday, Oct. 29)

Friday, October 23, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 23

Have a wonderful weekend!

Reminders:
- Our very own M.C. Knoll Petting Zoo will be on Thursday, Oct. 29.
- Halloween celebrations are on Friday, Oct. 30 and will include pumpkin carving, school parade and a sock hop (ie: dance).

Homework:
Math 7 - Math Focus Pg. 104 #1-6 (due Monday, Oct. 26)
Math 8 - Math Focus Pg. 147 #1-3 (due Monday, Oct. 26)
LA - Survey and Presentations (due Monday, Oct. 26)
Career G. - Career Poster (due Monday, Oct. 26)
Science 7 - Ice Cube Container (due Thursday, Oct. 29)
Science - Science Challenge (due Thursday, Oct. 29)

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 22

Thanks to all of those parents and students who came out to the open house last night.  It is always a great pleasure to have an opportunity to visit with everyone.

A newsletter was sent home today in regards to some important upcoming events in our school.

Reminders:
- Grade 8 students are in charge of supplying food for the bake sale tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 23).

Homework:
Spelling - Lesson 6 and Test (due Friday, Oct. 23)
Science 7 - Research Project (due Friday, Oct. 23)
Math 7 - 3.1 Worksheet (add/subtract) (due Friday, Oct. 23)
LA - Survey and Presentations (due Monday, Oct. 26)
Career G. - Career Poster (due Monday, Oct. 26)
Science 7 - Ice Cube Container (due Thursday, Oct. 29)

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 21

See you at the open house tonight (5:00 - 6:30).

Reminders:
- M.C. Knoll Book Fair goes until Thursday, Oct. 22.
- Grade 8 students are in charge of supplying food for the bake sale on Friday, Oct. 23.

Homework:
Math 7 - Essential Skills Decimals Worksheet (overdue Wednesday, Oct. 21)
Math 8 - 5.1 Worksheet (due Thursday, Oct. 22)
Spelling - Lesson 6 and Test (due Friday, Oct. 23)
Science 7 - Research Project (due Friday, Oct. 23)
Career G. - Career Poster (due Monday, Oct. 26)
Science 7 - Ice Cube Container (due Thursday, Oct. 29)

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 20

Reminders:
- M.C. Knoll Book Fair goes until Thursday, Oct. 22.
- Gr. 8 Leadership Forms are to be returned with $20 by tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 21).
- M.C. Knoll School open house is tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 21).
- Grade 8 students are in charge of supplying food for the bake sale on Friday, Oct. 23.

Homework:
Science - Research Booklet (due Wednesday, Oct. 21)
Math 7 - Essential Skills Decimals Worksheet (due Wednesday, Oct. 21)
Math 8 - Page 239 #6-9, 12-14 (due Wednesday, Oct. 21)
Spelling - Lesson 6 and Test (due Friday, Oct. 23)
Career G. - Career Poster (due Monday, Oct. 26)

Monday, October 19, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 19

Happy Monday!

Reminders:
- M.C. Knoll Book Fair starts tomorrow, Oct. 20, and goes until Thursday, Oct. 22.
- Gr. 8 Leadership Forms are to be returned with $20 by Wednesday, Oct. 21. 
- M.C. Knoll School open house is Wednesday, Oct. 21.
- Grade 8 students are in charge of supplying food for the bake sale on Friday, Oct. 23.

Homework:
Math 7 - Sign and return math tests (overdue Monday, Oct. 19)
Math - "Birthday Shopping" Problem Solving Question (due Tuesday, Oct. 20)
Art - Color Wheels (pencil/pastel 3 + 6 color) (due Tuesday, Oct. 20)
Social - Case Study Summary Paragraph (due Tuesday, Oct. 20)
Science - Research Booklet (due Wednesday, Oct. 21)
Spelling - Lesson 6 and Test (due Friday, Oct. 23)
Career G. - Career Poster (due Monday, Oct. 26)

Friday, October 16, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 16

A couple of items were sent home today including information about the book fair, leadership conference (gr. 8 only) and bake sale (gr. 8 only).

The Gr. 8 Leadership Forms are to be returned with $20 by Wednesday, Oct. 21.  It is a first come, first serve basis for what activities the students are enrolled in!

Have a great weekend!

Reminders:
- Picture order forms and appropriate fees (if interested) are due by Monday, Oct. 19.
- M.C. Knoll School open house is Wednesday, Oct. 21.
- Grade 8 students are in charge of supplying food for the bake sale on Friday, Oct. 23.

Homework:
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing (overdue Friday, Oct. 16)
Math 7 - Sign and return math tests (due Monday, Oct. 19)
Art - Color Wheels (pencil/pastel 3 + 6 color) (due Tuesday, Oct. 20)
Science - Research Booklet (due Wednesday, Oct. 21)

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 15

Ask your grade 7 son/daughter about the Violence Awareness Conference the students attended today at Dr. Brass school.  It was very informational!

Reminders:
- Picture order forms and appropriate fees (if interested) are due by Monday, Oct. 19.
- M.C. Knoll School open house is Wednesday, Oct. 21.
- Grade 8 students are in charge of supplying food for the bake sale on Friday, Oct. 23.

Homework:
Spelling - Lesson #5 (overdue Thursday, Oct. 15)
Social - Oct. What in the World Package (overdue Thursday, Oct. 15)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 14

Grade 7 students will be attending a conference on Violence Awareness tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 15.

Reminders:
- Picture order forms and appropriate fees (if interested) are due by Monday, Oct. 19.
- M.C. Knoll School open house is Wednesday, Oct. 21.
- Grade 8 students are in charge of supplying food for the bake sale on Friday, Oct. 23.

Homework:
Spelling - Lesson #5 (due Thursday, Oct. 15)
Social - Oct. What in the World Package (due Thursday, Oct. 15)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 13

Welcome back!  I hope your weekend was full of food, family and fun.

A newsletter was sent home today in regards to an M.C. Knoll Open House.

Grade 7 students will be attending a conference on Violence Awareness Thursday, Oct. 15.

Reminders:
- M.C. Knoll School Apparel orders are now overdue.
- Scholastic Book orders are due by tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 14). If interested in ordering, you can check out the online catalogue at http://www.scholastic.ca/.
- Picture order forms and appropriate fees (if interested) are due by Monday, Oct. 19.

Homework:
LA - Survey Questions (good copy) (due Wednesday, Oct. 14)
Math 7 - Divisibility Rules and Multiples/Factors Unit Test (Wednesday, Oct. 14)
Spelling - Lesson #5 (due Thursday, Oct. 15)
Social - Oct. What in the World Package (due Thursday, Oct. 15)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Friday, October 9, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 9

I hope everyone's day went well.  We will see everyone on Tuesday.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Weekend!

Reminders:
- M.C. Knoll School Apparel orders are now overdue.
- Scholastic Book orders are due by Wednesday, Oct. 14. If interested in ordering, you can check out the online catalogue at http://www.scholastic.ca/.
- Picture order forms and appropriate fees (if interested) are due by Monday, Oct. 19.

Homework:
Math 7 - 1.7 Worksheet (factors) (overdue Friday, Oct. 9)
Math 7 - Divisibility Rules and Multiples/Factors Unit Test (Wednesday, Oct. 14)
Spelling - Lesson #5 (due Thursday, Oct. 15)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 8

Reminders:
- M.C. Knoll School Apparel orders are due tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 9) by the latest
- Scholastic Book orders are due by Wednesday, Oct. 14. If interested in ordering, you can check out the online catalogue at http://www.scholastic.ca/.
- Picture order forms and appropriate fees (if interested) are due by Monday, Oct. 19.

Homework:
Math 7 - 1.7 Worksheet (factors) (due Friday, Oct. 9)
Math 7 - Divisibility Rules and Multiples/Factors Unit Test (Wednesday, Oct. 14)
Spelling - Lesson #5 (due Thursday, Oct. 15)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 7

A newsletter was sent home today to the Grade 7 students in regards to a Violence Awareness and Prevention Conference taking place on Thursday, Oct. 15.

Reminders:
- There is an early dismissal tomorrow (Thursday, Oct. 8).
- M.C. Knoll School Apparel orders are due Friday, Oct. 9 (by the latest)
- Scholastic Book orders are due by Wednesday, Oct. 14. If interested in ordering, you can check out the online catalogue at http://www.scholastic.ca/.
- Picture order forms and appropriate fees (if interested) are due by Monday, Oct. 19.

Homework:
Math 7 - Divisibility Rules and Multiples/Factors Unit Test (Wednesday, Oct. 14)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 6

Reminders:
- There is an early dismissal on Thursday, Oct. 8.
- M.C. Knoll School Apparel orders are due Friday, Oct. 9 (by the latest)
- Scholastic Book orders are due by Wednesday, Oct. 14.  If interested in ordering, you can check out the online catalogue at http://www.scholastic.ca/.
- Picture order forms and appropriate fees (if interested) are due by Monday, Oct. 19.

Homework:
Math 7 - Factoring Worksheet (due Wednesday, Oct. 7)
Math 8 - 4.2 - 4.6 Percentage Booklet (due Wednesday, Oct. 7)
Math 7 - Divisibility Rules and Multiples/Factors Unit Test (Wednesday, Oct. 14)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Monday, October 5, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 5

Happy Monday!

Scholastic book order forms were sent home today.  If you are interested in purchasing anything, please return the form and fees by Wednesday, Oct. 14.  Remember, everything that you purchase earns free resources for our 7/8M classroom!

Reminders:
- There is an early dismissal on Thursday, Oct. 8. 
- M.C. Knoll School Apparel orders are due Friday, Oct. 9 (by the latest)
- Picture order forms and appropriate fees (if interested) are due by Monday, Oct. 19.

Homework:
Art - Characture Sketches (overdue Monday, Oct. 5)
Health - Fitness Action Plan and Supporting Others Action Plan (overdue Monday, Oct. 5)
Math 7 - 1.6 (Factors) Worksheet (due Tuesday, Oct. 6)
Spelling - Lesson #4 (due Tuesday, Oct. 6)
Math 8 - 4.2 - 4.6 Percentage Booklet (due Wednesday, Oct. 7)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Friday, October 2, 2009

Classroom News - Oct. 2

The October Newsletter was sent home today.

Pictures were also sent home today.  If interested in ordering, please return the form and the appropriate dollar amount by Monday, Oct. 19.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Reminders:
- M.C. Knoll School Apparel Orders are due Friday, Oct. 9 (by the latest)

Homework:
Art - Characture Sketches (due Monday, Oct. 5)
Health - Fitness Action Plan and Supporting Others Action Plan (due Monday, Oct. 5)
Spelling - Lesson #4 (due Tuesday, Oct. 6)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Thursday, October 1, 2009

100 Day Olympic Kickoff

Some pictures from the 100 Day Olympic Kickoff!



Classroom News - Oct. 1

Ask your son/daughter about the awesome "Hundred Day Kick-Off to the Olympics" that we attended at the Flexihall!

A newsletter was sent home today about M.C. Knoll School Apparel Order.  Orders are due Friday, Oct. 9 at the latest.

Reminders:
- Also, students will be participating in a mime presentation on Friday, Oct. 2 (at M.C. Knoll). Should be lots of fun!
- The next dilly bar sale will be Friday, Oct. 2. Dilly bars will be sold for $2.00 each.

Homework:
Art - Characture Sketches (due Monday, Oct. 5)
Spelling - Lesson #4 (due Tuesday, Oct. 6)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Fun with the Missoula Theatre

Check out the fun our grade 7 and 8 students had at M.C. Knoll learning about drama!


Classroom News - Sept. 30

WOW! It is amazing to think that September has already come and gone!

Reminders:
- Students will be attending an Olympic Torch Kickoff tomorrow (Thursday, Oct. 1) at the Flexihall. Come and check out the events shortly after 1:15 pm.
- Also, students will be participating in a mime presentation on Friday, Oct. 2 (at M.C. Knoll). Should be lots of fun!
- The next dilly bar sale will be Friday, Oct. 2. Dilly bars will be sold for $2.00 each.

Homework:
Math 7 - Section 1.6 #1-5 (overdue Tuesday, Sept. 29)
LA - Comic Strip (overdue Tuesday, Sept. 29)
CG - Chance or Choice Partner Activity Questions (due Wednesday, Sept. 30)
Math 8 - Fractions, Decimals, Percent Worksheet (pg. 100) (due Thursday, Oct. 1)
Spelling - Lesson #4 (due Tuesday, Oct. 6)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 29

Students will be attending an Olympic Torch Kickoff on Thursday, Oct. 1 at the Flexihall.  Come and check out the events shortly after 1:15 pm.

Also, students will be participating in a mime presentation on Friday, Oct. 2 (at M.C. Knoll).  Should be lots of fun!

Reminders:
- Change in date: The next dilly bar sale will be Friday, Oct. 2. Dilly bars will be sold for $2.00 each.

Homework:
Math 7 - Section 1.6 #1-5 (overdue Tuesday, Sept. 29)
LA - Comic Strip (overdue Tuesday, Sept. 29)
CG - Chance or Choice Partner Activity Questions (due Wednesday, Sept. 30)
Math 8 - Fractions, Decimals, Percent Worksheet (pg. 100) (due Thursday, Oct. 1)
Spelling - Lesson #4 (due Tuesday, Oct. 6)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Monday, September 28, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 28

This is more like the September weather I remember.  Bbrrrrr!

Reminders:
- Change in date: The next dilly bar sale will be Friday, Oct. 2. Dilly bars will be sold for $2.00 each.

Homework:
Math 8 - Sign and Return Math Tests (overdue Friday, Sept. 25)
Math 8 - "Investigate" section (pg. 234) (due Tuesday, Sept. 29)
Math 7 - Section 1.6 #1-5 (due Tuesday, Sept. 29)
LA - Comic Strip (due Tuesday, Sept. 29)
Spelling - Lesson #4 (due Tuesday, Oct. 6)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Friday, September 25, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 25

The annual M.C. Knoll/St. Mike's Terry Fox Walk was yet another success this year. Way to go knights!

Have yet another great warm weekend!

Reminders:
- The next dilly bar sale will be Wednesday, Sept. 30. Dilly bars will be sold for $2.00 each.

Homework:
Art - Art Folders (front/back) (overdue Friday, Sept. 25)
Math 8 - Sign and Return Math Tests (overdue Friday, Sept. 25)
Math 7 - Section 1.4 Worksheet (due Monday, Sept. 28)
Spelling - Lesson #3 (due Monday, Sept. 28)
LA - Comic Strip (due Tuesday, Sept. 29)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Thursday, September 24, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 24

Grade 8 students got there Math Square/Square Root Tests back.  Please go through the exam with your son/daughter, sign it and return by tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 24).

Volleyball season is in full swing. Check with Mr. McDowell, Mr. Trost or Mr. Jordan if interested in playing for your M.C. Knoll Knights!

Reminders:
- The next dilly bar sale will be Wednesday, Sept. 30. Dilly bars will be sold for $2.00 each.

Homework:
Math 7 - Pg 18 #1-4 (div. rules - 4 & 8) (overdue Thursday, Sept. 24)
LA - Comic Strip rough copy (due Friday, Sept. 25)
Art - Art Folders (front/back) (due Friday, Sept. 25)
Math 8 - Sign and Return Math Tests (due Friday, Sept. 25)
Spelling - Lesson #3 (due Monday, Sept. 28)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 23

Everyone dressed the part today for the class/individual picture. 

Volleyball season is in full swing.  Check with Mr. McDowell, Mr. Trost, or Mr. Jordan if interested in playing for your M.C. Knoll Knights!

Reminders:
- The next dilly bar sale will be Wednesday, Sept. 30.  Dilly bars will be sold for $2.00 each.

Homework:
Science 8 - Rate of Flow Lab
Social - Newspaper Assignment (overdue Wednesday, Sept. 23)
Math 7 - Pg 18 #1-4 (div. rules - 4 and 8) (due Thursday, Sept. 24)
Art - Art Folders (front/back) (due Friday, Sept. 25)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 22

Reminders:
- School picture day is tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 23.  Bring your SMILE!!!
- "Dilly of the Day" sales are tomorrow and Wednesday, Sept. 30.  Dilly bars will be sold for $2.00 each.  A short newsletter was sent home today with information.

Homework:
Science 8 - Rate of Flow Lab
Social - What in the World Sept. (overdue Tuesday, Sept. 22)
Social - Newspaper Assignment (due Wednesday, Sept. 23)
Math 8 - Square/Square Root Test (Wednesday, Sept. 23)
Art - Art Folders (front/back) (due Friday, Sept. 25)
LA - Sept./Oct. Creative Writing Assignment (due Friday, Oct. 16)

Monday, September 21, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 21

Happy Monday!

Reminders:
- School picture day is on Wednesday, Sept. 23.
- "Dilly of the Day" sales are on Wednesday, Sept. 23 and Wednesday, Sept. 30.  Dilly bars will be sold for $2.00 each.

Homework:
Science 8 - Rate of Flow Lab
Social - What in the World Sept. (due Tuesday, Sept. 22)
Math 8 - Square/Square Root Test (Wednesday, Sept. 23)
Art - Art Folders (front/back) (due Friday, Sept. 25)

Friday, September 18, 2009

Classroom News - Sept 18

Reminders:
- School picture day is on Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Homework:
Science 8 - Rate of Flow Lab
LA - Transformation of Cindy R. Questions and Activity (overdue Friday, Sept. 18)
Math 7 - 1.3 Worksheet (div. of 6) (due Monday, Sept. 21)
Math 8 - 1.4 Worksheet (estimating) (due Monday, Sept. 21)
Social - What in the World Sept. (due Tuesday, Sept. 22)
Art - Art Folders (front/back) (due Friday, Sept. 25)
Math 8 - Square/Square Root Test (late next week)

Thursday, September 17, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 17

Reminders:
- School picture day is on Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Homework:
Math 7 - Section 1.3 #1-4 (due Friday, Sept. 18)
LA - Transformation of Cindy R. Questions and Activity (due Friday, Sept. 18)
Spelling - Lesson #2 (due Friday, Sept. 18)
Social - What in the World Sept. (due Tuesday, Sept. 22)
Art - Art Folders (front/back) (due Friday, Sept. 25)

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 16

Reminders:
- School picture day is on Wednesday, Sept. 23. A short pamphlet was sent home today with information.

Homework:
Math 8 - Section 1.4 #7-10 (overdue Wednesday, Sept. 16)
LA - Transformation of Cindy R. Questions and Activity (due Friday, Sept. 18)
Spelling - Lesson #2 (due Friday, Sept. 18)
Social - What in the World Sept. (due Tuesday, Sept. 22)

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 15

Reminders:
- School picture day is on Wednesday, Sept. 23.  A short pamphlet will be sent home tomorrow with information.

Homework:
LA - Writing Folders Collage (overdue Monday, Sept. 14)
Math 8 - Section 1.4 #7-10 (due Wednesday, Sept. 16)
Science 7 - Particle Theory Journal (due Wednesday, Sept. 16)
LA - Transformation of Cindy R. Questions and Activity (due Friday, Sept. 18)
Spelling - Lesson #2 (due Friday, Sept. 18)

Monday, September 14, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 14

Happy Monday!

Congratulations to all of the Cross-Country participants.  We are all proud of you!

Reminders:
- ALL early dismissals are now at 12:00 noon. Tomorrow, Tuesday, Sept. 15 is our first early dismissal day.

Homework:
LA - Writing Folders Collage (overdue Monday, Sept. 14)
Science 7 - Particle Theory Journal (due Wednesday, Sept. 16)
Spelling - Lesson #2 (due Friday, Sept. 18)

Friday, September 11, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 11

Have a wonderful weekend!

Reminders:
- ALL early dismissals are now at 12:00 noon. Tuesday, Sept. 15 is our first early dismissal day.

Homework:
Math 8 - Section 1.2 and "Perfect Squares" Worksheets (Monday, Sept. 14)
Math 7 - Section 1.1 and 1.2 Worksheet (Monday, Sept. 14)
LA - Writing Folders Collage (due Monday, Sept. 14)

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 10

Reminders:
- The first cross-country meet is tomorrow at Cherrydale.  Good luck!
- ALL early dismissals are now at 12:00 noon.  Tuesday, Sept. 15 is our first early dismissal day.

Homework:
* Bell Work Binder (due Friday, Sept. 11)
Math 8 - Section 1.2 #5-8, 10, 11, 13-15 (Friday, Sept. 11)
Math 7 - Section 1.1 and 1.2 Worksheet (Monday, Sept. 14)
LA - Writing Folders Collage (due Monday, Sept. 14)

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 9

Homework:
Math 7 - Section 1.2, #1-5 (Thursday, Sept. 10)
Spelling - Lesson #1 (due Thursday, Sept. 10)
LA - Writing Folders Collage (due Monday, Sept. 14)

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 8

I hope that you had a great long weekend!

Homework:
Math 7 - Section 1.1, #1-7 (overdue Tuesday, Sept. 8)
Math 8 - Factors sheet (front page only) (due Wednesday, Sept. 9)
Spelling - Lesson #1 (due Thursday, Sept. 10)
LA - Writing Folders Collage (due Monday, Sept. 14)

Friday, September 4, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 4

Have a great weekend!  We will see you again on Tuesday.

Reminders:
All of the following forms/sheets are OVERDUE:
- Adventure Ed. Form + $20
- Class Guidelines Sheet (yellow)
- Technology Form (green)
- Personal Info Form (blue)
- Noon Hour Form (white)
- Classroom Blog Sheet (beige)

Homework:
Math 8 - Section 1.1, #4-17; not 6,7,13 (due Tuesday, Sept. 8)
Math 7 - Section 1.1, #1-7 (due Tuesday, Sept. 8)
Social - Power Unit Title Page (due Tuesday, Sept. 8)
LA - Writing Folders Collage (due Monday, Sept. 14)

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 3

Reminders:
All of the following forms/sheets are due Friday, Sept. 4:
- Adventure Ed. Form + $20
- Class Guidelines Sheet (yellow)
- Technology Form (green)
- Personal Info Form (blue)
- Noon Hour Form (white)
- Classroom Blog Sheet (beige)

Homework:
Career Ed 7/8 - Catherine's Story Questions (due Friday, Sept. 4)
Math 8 - Section 1.1, #4-5 (due Friday, Sept. 4)

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Classroom News - Sept. 2

Ask your grade 8 son/daughter about yet another 'adventure' in the Adventure Education class. 

Reminders:
All of the following forms/sheets are due ASAP:
- Adventure Ed. Form + $20
- Class Guidelines Sheet (yellow)
- Technology Form (green)
- Personal Info Form (blue)
- Noon Hour Form (white)
- Classroom Blog Sheet (beige)

Homework:
Career Ed 7/8 - Experiences + Activities List (due Thursday, Sept. 3)
Math 8 - Section 1.1, #4-5 (due Friday, Sept. 4)

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Welcome Back - Sept. 1

Yet another wonderful year is ahead of us.  Glad to have everyone on board.  Lets get off to a great start!

Feel free to browse around my blog as it changes every day.

Practical and Applied Arts (PAA) begins tomorrow for Grade 7 students.

Adventure Education begins tomorrow for Grade 8 students.  Bring a bike and a helmet!

Reminders:
All of the following forms/sheets are due ASAP:
- Adventure Ed. Form + $20
- Class Guidelines Sheet (yellow)
- Technology Form (green)
- Personal Info Form (blue)
- Noon Hour Form (white)
- Classroom Blog Sheet (beige)

Friday, June 26, 2009

Last Post

Remember, report card pick-up is on Tuesday, June 30.

Hope to see everyone then for one last 'good-bye'.

Have a safe, long, and happy summer holiday!

Mr. McDowell

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Classroom News - June 24

2 days of school left...

Reminders:
Thursday, June 25 - 6/7 Class Year End Party
Friday, June 26 (Last Day of School) - Talent Show & Baseball Game

Monday, June 22, 2009

Classroom News - June 22

4 days of school left...

Reminders:
Tuesday, June 23 - Gr. 7 to Camp Whitesand
Wednesday, June 24 - Gr. 7 to Melville & Gr. 7 Decorate Gym
Thursday, June 25 - 6/7 Class Year End Party
Friday, June 26 (Last Day of School) - Talent Show & Baseball Game

Friday, June 19, 2009

Classroom News - June 19

Have a great (warm) weekend!

No tests! No Homework! Hoorrraaayyy!

5 days of school left...

Reminders:
Monday, June 22 - Gr. 6 + 7 Swim Day
Tuesday, June 23 - Gr. 7 to Camp Whitesand
Wednesday, June 24 - Gr. 7 to Melville & Gr. 7 Decorate Gym
Thursday, June 25 - 6/7 Class Year End Party
Friday, June 26 (Last Day of School) - Talent Show & Baseball Game

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Classroom News - June 18

No tests! No Homework!

Hoorrraaayyy!

6 days of school left...

Reminders:
- Grade 6/7 students need to bring $2 ASAP for the swimming trip that will take place Monday, June 22
- Friday, June 19 is "Hat Day" at M.C. Knoll. Yet another great school spirit activity!

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Classroom News - June 17

7 days of school left...

Reminders:
- Grade 6/7 students need to bring $2 ASAP for the swimming trip that will take place Monday, June 22
- The Grade 8 Mini-Mall will take place on Thursday, June 18. Miscellaneous items will be sold for 25 cents and more.
- Friday, June 19 is "Hat Day" at M.C. Knoll. Yet another great school spirit activity!

For Homework:
LA - May/June Journal Entries (x4) (overdue Tuesday, June 16)

Tests:
Science - Force and Motion Unit Test (Thursday, June 18)

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Classroom News - June 16

8 days of school left...

Reminders:
- Grade 6/7 students need to bring $2 ASAP for the swimming trip that will take place Monday, June 22
- Grade 7 students were to return the Camp Whitesand permission form along with a $15 cheque by Monday, June 15. This is now overdue!
- The Grade 8 Mini-Mall will take place on Thursday, June 18. Miscellaneous items will be sold for 25 cents and more.

For Homework:
Spelling 6 - Lesson #21 and Test (overdue Monday, June 15)
Spelling 7 - Lesson #23 and Lesson #18-23 Test (overdue Monday, June 15)
LA - May/June Journal Entries (x4) (overdue Tuesday, June 16)

Tests:
Math 7 - Math Final Exam (Wednesday, June 17)
Science - Force and Motion Unit Test (Thursday, June 18)

Monday, June 15, 2009

Classroom News - June 15

Happy Monday,

9 days of school left...

Reminders:
- Grade 6/7 students need to bring $2 ASAP for the swimming trip that will take place Monday, June 22
- Grade 7 students were to return the Camp Whitesand permission form along with a $15 cheque by Monday, June 15. This is now overdue!
- The Grade 8 Mini-Mall will take place on Thursday, June 18. Miscellaneous items will be sold for 25 cents and more.

For Homework:
Spelling 6 - Lesson #21 and Test (overdue Monday, June 15)
Spelling 7 - Lesson #23 and Lesson #18-23 Test (overdue Monday, June 15)
LA - May/June Journal Entries (x4) (due Tuesday, June 16)

Tests:
LA 7 - LA Final Exam (Tuesday, June 16)
Math 7 - Math Final Exam (Wednesday, June 17)
Science - Force and Motion Unit Test (Thursday, June 18)

Friday, June 12, 2009

Classroom News - June 12

Sorry about the 'no post' yesterday.

10 days of school left...

Reminders:
- Grade 6/7 students need to bring $2 for the swimming trip that will take place Monday, June 22
- Grade 7 students are to return the Camp Whitesand permission form along with a $15 cheque by Monday, June 15

For Homework:
Math 7 - 5.6 Worksheet (overdue Friday, June 12)
Art - "Finish the Doodle" Assignment (x1 or x3) (overdue Friday, June 12)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (overdue Friday, June 12)
Spelling 6 - Lesson #21 and Test (due Monday, June 15)
Spelling 7 - Lesson #23 and Lesson #18-23 Test (due Monday, June 15)
LA - May/June Journal Entries (x4) (due Tuesday, June 16)

Tests:
Social - Location Unit Test (Topic 5-10) (Monday, June 15)
LA 7 - LA Final Exam (Tuesday, June 16)
Math 7 - Math Final Exam (Wednesday, June 17)
Science - Force and Motion Unit Test (Thursday, June 18)

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Classroom News - June 10

12 days of school left...

Reminders:
- Early dismissal tomorrow Thursday, June 11 (2:30)
- Grade 6/7 students need to bring $2 for the swimming trip that will take place Monday, June 22
- Grade 7 students are to return the Camp Whitesand permission form along with a $15 cheque by Monday, June 15

For Homework:
Social - Movement and Communication Handout (due Thursday, June 11)
Art - "Finish the Doodle" Assignment (x1 or x3) (due Friday, June 12)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Tests:
Social - Location Unit Test (Topic 5-10) (Monday, June 15)
LA 7 - LA Final Exam (Tuesday, June 16)
Math 7 - Math Final Exam (Wednesday, June 17)
Science - Force and Motion Unit Test (Thursday, June 18)

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Classroom News - June 9

Please carefully review the test section below for some very important "testing dates" that are quickly approaching!

Grade 6/7 students need to bring $2 for the swimming trip that will take place Monday, June 22.

A newsletter was sent home today with the grade 7 students in regards to all of the year end activities. Grade 7 students are to return the Camp Whitesand permission form (attached) with a $15 cheque by Monday, June 15.

13 days of school left...

Reminders:
- All library books are now overdue
- 6/7M auditions for the school talent show is Wednesday, June 10

For Homework:
Math 7 - Section 5.4 Worksheet (due Wednesday, June 10)
Social - Movement and Communication Handout (due Thursday, June 11)
Art - "Finish the Doodle" Assignment (x1 or x3) (due Friday, June 12)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Tests:
Social - Location Unit Test (Topic 5-10) (Monday, June 15)
LA 7 - LA Final Exam (Tuesday, June 16)
Math 7 - Math Final Exam (Wednesday, June 17)
Science - Force and Motion Unit Test (Thursday, June 18)

Monday, June 8, 2009

Classroom News - June 8

Happy Monday!

A short newsletter was sent home to the grade 7 students in regards to Friday, June 12 Adventure Education program.

14 days of school left...

Reminders:
- All library books are now overdue
- 6/7M auditions for the school talent show is Wednesday, June 10
- Finals for grade 7 studens will take place during the week of June 15-19

For Homework:
LA - "Respect" Posters (due Tuesday, June 9)
Math 6 - Operations with Decimals Unit Test (Tuesday, June 9)
Art - "Finish the Doodle" Assignment (x1 or x3) (due Friday, June 12)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Friday, June 5, 2009

Classroom News - June 5

Grade 7 students may want to start getting ready for finals that take place during the week of June 15-19.

Have a great weekend!

15 days of school left...

Reminders:
- All library books are due Monday, June 8
- 6/7M auditions for the school talent show is Wednesday, June 10

For Homework:
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (overdue Friday, June 5)
Math 6 - Operations with Decimals Unit Test (Tuesday, June 9)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Classroom News - June 4

A school-survey newsletter was sent home yesterday. If you DO NOT want your child to participate, return the form as soon as possible; otherwise you do not need to return anything.

Reminders:
- All library books are due Monday, June 8
- 6/7M auditions for the school talent show is Wednesday, June 10

For Homework:
Math 6 - Page 287 #1-30 odd (division of decimals) (overdue Thursday, June 4)
Math 7 - Section 5.2 Worksheet (Triangles) (overdue Thursday, June 4)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)
Math 6 - Operations with Decimals Unit Test (sometime next week?)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Classroom News - June 3

Great job M.C. Knoll students on a successful "Walk and Roll to School" day - we had over 80% of our school participate!

A school-survey newsletter was sent home today. If you DO NOT want your child to participate, return the form as soon as possible; otherwise you do not need to return anything.

Reminders:
- All library books are due Monday, June 8
- 6/7M auditions for the school talent show is Wednesday, June 10

For Homework:
Math 6 - Page 287 #1-30 odd (division of decimals) (due Thursday, June 4)
Math 7 - Section 5.2 Worksheet (Triangles) (due Thursday, June 4)
LA 7 - English Worksheet #24 (Types of Nouns) (due Thursday, June 4)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Classroom News - June 2

Reminders:
- The annual 'walk and roll' to school is tomorrow (Wednesday, June 3). Lets use our means of active transportation in getting to school that day.

For Homework:
Math 7 - Section 5.2, page 204 #1,2 and 5 (Triangles) (due Wednesday, June 3)
Social - May "What in the World" (x3) (due Wednesday, June 3)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Monday, June 1, 2009

Classroom News - June 1

Isn't it amazing how fast the school year goes by? It is almost scary to think that June is already here. Lets all continue to work hard and have fun for the remaining few weeks together.

June newsletter was sent home today.

Reminders:
- The annual 'walk and roll' to school is on Wednesday, June 3. Lets use our means of active transportation in getting to school that day.

For Homework:
CG 7 - Decisions/Obstacles in Decision-Making (due Tuesday, June 2)
Math 6 - Page 281 #1-7 (Calcuating Averages) (due Tuesday, June 2)
Math 7 - Section 5.1 Worksheet (Parallelogram) (due Tuesday, June 2)
CG 6 - Future Events Timeline List (due Tuesday, June 2)
Social - May "What in the World" (x3) (due Wednesday, June 3)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Friday, May 29, 2009

Classroom News - May 29

June...here we come!

For Homework:
CG 7 - Decisions and Obstacles in Decision-Making (overdue Friday, May 29)
Math 6 - Page 279 #2-20 even (Dividing Decimals) (due Monday, June 1)
Math 7 - Section 5.1, Page 197 #1,2 and 5 (due Monday, June 1)
CG 6 - Future Events Timeline List (due Tuesday, June 2)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Classroom News - May 28

Great job to all of the athletes who participated in the East Central District Track and Field Meet the last couple of days.

My apologizes for not posting anything yesterday as I was attending the track meet.

For Homework:
Social - Determining Climate Worksheet (x4 locations) (overdue Thursday, May 28)
Science - "Wanted" Science Posters and Presentations (due Friday, May 29)
CG 7 - Decisions and Obstacles in Decision-Making (due Friday, May 29)
Math 6 - Page 277 #1-21 (Dividing Decimals) (due Friday, May 29)
Math 7 - Measurement Review and Scaffolding Worksheets (due Friday, May 29)
CG 6 - Future Events Timeline List (due Tuesday, June 2)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Classroom News - May 26

Good luck to all of the participating athletes at the annual East Central District Track and Field Meet.

For Homework:
LA 7 - English Worksheet #23 (due Wednesday, May 27)
Social - Determining Climate Worksheet (x4 locations) (due Thursday, May 28)
Spelling 6 - Lesson 20 and Test (due Thursday, May 28)
Spelling 7 - Lesson 22 (due Thursday, May 28)
Science - "Wanted" Science Posters and Presentations (due Friday, May 29)
CG 7 - Decisions and Obstacles in Decision-Making (due Friday, May 29)
Math 6 - Page 277 #1-21 (Dividing Decimals) (due Friday, May 29)
Math 7 - Measurement Review and Scaffolding Worksheets (due Friday, May 29)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Monday, May 25, 2009

Classroom News - May 25

Welcome back!

For Homework:
Health - "Thinking About Anger" handout questions (due Tuesday, May 26)
Social - Determining Climate Worksheet (x4 locations) (due Thursday, May 28)
Spelling 6 - Lesson 20 and Test (due Thursday, May 28)
Spelling 7 - Lesson 22 (due Thursday, May 28)
Science - "Wanted" Science Posters and Presentations (due Friday, May 29)
CG 7 - Decisions and Obstacles in Decision-Making (due Friday, May 29)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)
Art - 30-minute Art Sketches (x8) (due Friday, June 12)

Friday, May 22, 2009

Classroom News - May 22

Have a wonderful weekend!

For Homework:
Health - "Thinking About Anger" handout questions (due Tuesday, May 26)
Social - Determining Climate Worksheet (x4 locations) (due Thursday, May 28)
Science - "Wanted" Science Posters and Presentations (due Friday, May 29)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Classroom News - May 21

Congratulations to all of the terrific S-P-E-L-L-E-R-S today!

For Homework:
Health - "Thinking About Anger" handout questions (due Tuesday, May 26)
Science - "Wanted" Science Posters and Presentations (due Friday, May 29)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Classroom News - May 20

Hello everyone!

Wow! It seems like forever since I last posted on the blog. As usual, I hope everyone had a great long weekend.

Reminders:
- The grade 6/7M students will be participating in the annual M.C. Knoll Spelling Bee tomorrow. Study, study, study!

For Homework:
Health - "Thinking About Anger" handout questions (due Tuesday, May 26)
Science - "Wanted" Science Posters and Presentations (due Friday, May 29)
LA - Virtual Book Report and Presentation (due Friday, June 5)

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Classroom News - May 13

This will be my last post of the week as I will be attending meetings/conferences the remainder of the week. :(

Be sure to record what is for homework/reminders in your agendas!

The school-wide spelling bee takes place next week. Some important information was sent home today!

Have a great rest of the week, as well as a great long weekend!

Reminders:
- Early dismissal tomorrow (Thursday, May 14) and 2:30.
- There is a half-price book sale tomorrow (Thursday, May 14) and Friday, May 15.
- There is no school Monday, May 18 and Tuesday, May 19.

For Homework:
Social Studies - Climate Graph and questions #1-6 (due Thursday, May 14)
Art - Graffiti Name Tags (due Friday, May 15)
Spelling 6 - Lesson #19 and Test (due Wednesday, May 20)
Spelling 7 - Lesson #21 (due Wednesday, May 20)

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Classroom News - May 12

Ask your son/daughter about the great (rainy) track and field meet.

For Homework:
Math 7 - Section 6.6, page 271 #1-10 and 6.6 Worksheet (overdue Monday, May 11)
Math 6 - Page 271 #1-26 (dividing decimals 10, 100, 1000's) (due Wednesday, May 13)
LA 6 - English Lesson #16+17 (review) (due Wednesday, May 13)
Math 7 - Integers Unit Test (Wednesday, May 13)
Social Studies - Climate Graph and questions #1-6 (due Thursday, May 14)
Art - Graffiti Name Tags (due Friday, May 15)

Monday, May 11, 2009

Classroom News - May 11

I hope everyone a wonderful warm weekend!

Sorry about the delay with today's blog entry - I was attending meetings all day.

Reminders:
- East Central Track and Field Meet is tomorrow (Tuesday, May 12). Make sure that you are prepared for hot/cold weather!

For Homework:
Math 7 - Section 6.6, page 271 #1-10 and 6.6 Worksheet (overdue Monday, May 11)
Math 6 - Page 271 #1-26 (dividing decimals 10, 100, 1000's) (due Wednesday, May 13)
LA 6 - English Lesson #16+17 (review) (due Wednesday, May 13)
Math 7 - Integers Unit Test (Wednesday, May 13)
Social Studies - Climate Graph and questions #1-6 (due Thursday, May 14)

Friday, May 8, 2009

Classroom News - May 8

Have a great weekend and be sure to treat your mother (especially) good this weekend.

Reminders:
- East Central Track and Field Meet is on Tuesday, May 12.

For Homework:
Math 7 - Section 6.6, page 271 #1-10 and 6.6 Worksheet (due Monday, May 11)
Math 7 - Integers Unit Test (Wednesday, May 13)
Social Studies - Climate Graph and questions #1-6 (due Thursday, May 14)

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Classroom News - May 7

The grade 7 students had a very 'interesting' adventure education class today with mountain biking. Ask your son/daughter about it.

There will be a "recognition assembly" tomorrow afternoon at 2:30!

Reminders:
- Harvest Meats fundraiser forms are to be handed back to the school by tomorrow (Friday, May 8). Remember, fundraisers such as this allow M.C. Knoll students to participate in a lot of FUN activities throughout the year. Do your part so we can continue to have FUN!
- Yearbook forms are also due tomorrow (Friday, May 8). Please ensure that the correct amount of money/cheque is provided with the form.

For Homework:
Spelling 6 - Lesson #18 and Test (due Friday, May 8)
Spelling 7 - Lesson #20 (due Friday, May 8)
Math 7 - Section 6.6, page 271 #1-10 and 6.6 Worksheet (due Monday, May 11)
Math 7 - Integers Unit Test (Wednesday, May 13)

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Owls In the Classroom

Here is a look into the Ducks Unlimited presentation the students participated in today. Ask your son/daughter about their findings in the owl pellets!


Classroom News - May 6

If weather allows, grade 7 students will be needing a bike and helmet for tomorrows' Adventure Education program.

Reminders:
- Harvest Meats fundraiser forms are to be handed back to the school by Friday, May 8. Remember, fundraisers such as this allow M.C. Knoll students to participate in a lot of FUN activities throughout the year. Do your part so we can continue to have FUN!
- Yearbook forms are also due by Friday, May 8. Please ensure that the correct amount of money/cheque is provided with the form.

For Homework:
Math 6 - Page 259 #1-10 all and #11-27 odd (due Thursday, May 7)
Math 6 - Page 261 #1-10 all and 12-26 even (due Thursday, May 7)
Career Guidance 6 - "I Am" Poster brainstorming ideas (due Thursday, May 7)
LA 7 - English Worksheet #22 (Subjects and Predicates) (due Thursday, May 7)
Spelling 6 - Lesson #18 and Test (due Friday, May 8)
Spelling 7 - Lesson #20 (due Friday, May 8)

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Science Experiment

Today, students experimented with the force of bouyancy in our Force and Motions Unit.



Classroom News - May 5

It has been brought to my attention that ALL grade 6/7 students are needing a baseball glove for Phys. Ed. class.

Reminders:
- Harvest Meats fundraiser forms are to be handed back to the school by Friday, May 8. Remember, fundraisers such as this allow M.C. Knoll students to participate in a lot of FUN activities throughout the year. Do your part so we can continue to have FUN!
- Yearbook forms are also due by Friday, May 8. Please ensure that the correct amount of money/cheque is provided with the form.

For Homework:
Math 7 - Section 6.5, page 264 #1-12 and 6.5 Worksheet (due Wednesday, May 6)
LA - "Sivitri and Satyavan" Questions and Activity Worksheet (due Wednesday, May 6)
Career Guidance 6 - "I Am" Poster brainstorming ideas (due Thursday, May 7)
Spelling 6 - Lesson #18 and Test (due Friday, May 8)
Spelling 7 - Lesson #20 (due Friday, May 8)

Monday, May 4, 2009

Classroom News - May 4

Happy Monday!

Reminders:
- Harvest Meats fundraiser forms are to be handed back to the school by Friday, May 8. Remember, fundraisers such as this allow M.C. Knoll students to participate in a lot of FUN activities throughout the year. Do your part so we can continue to have FUN!
- Yearbook forms are also due by Friday, May 8. Please ensure that the correct amount of money/cheque is provided with the form.

For Homework:
Career Guidance 7 - "What are the Alternatives" Worksheet (due Tuesday, May 5)
LA - "Sivitri and Satyavan" Questions and Activity Worksheet (due Wednesday, May 6)

Friday, May 1, 2009

Classroom News - May 1

May is here! May is here!

The May newsletter was sent home today.

Also, East Central Track and Field forms were handed out today (the meet is Tuesday, May 12) Please ensure that your son/daughter signs-up to a minimum of 3 events and a maximum of 6 events. These forms are due Monday, May 4.

Have a great weekend!

Reminders:
- Hershey Track and Field forms are due Monday, May 4 (the actual meet is Saturday, May 9)
- Harvest Meats fundraiser forms are to be handed back to the school by Friday, May 8. Remember, fundraisers such as this allow M.C. Knoll students to participate in a lot of FUN activities throughout the year. Do your part so we can continue to have FUN!
- Yearbook forms are also due by Friday, May 8. Please ensure that the correct amount of money/cheque is provided with the form.

For Homework:
Math 6 - Page 253 #1-34 (mult. by 10, 100, 1000) (due Monday, May 4)
Math 7 - Section 6.4, page 256 #1-6 and 6.4 Worksheet (integer addition strategies) (due Monday, May 4)
Career Guidance 7 - "What are the Alternatives" Worksheet (due Tuesday, May 5)