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



Friday, December 21, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 21

Have a great Christmas holiday!

We will see everyone back on Thursday, Jan. 3...2013!

Homework
- No homework.  Yahoo!

Reminders
- Nothing at this time...

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 20

Only 1 day of school left before Christmas holidays!

Come on out this evening to enjoy the annual MC Knoll Christmas concert.  Showtime is 7:00 pm.

Homework
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
Math - Probability Unit TEST (Friday, Dec. 21)

Reminders
- Tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 21) is "PJ and a Movie" Day
- Tomorrow is also a 2:30 pm early dismissal

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Asham Stompers Red River Jigging


Classroom News - Dec. 19

2 days of school left before Christmas holidays!

Homework

LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
Social - Relationships Unit TEST (Thursday, Dec. 20)
Math - Probability Unit TEST (Friday, Dec. 21)

Reminders
- Thursday, Dec. 20 is the MCK Christmas concert (1:00 and 7:00 pm)
- Thursday, Dec. 20 is also "Wish for the World" Day
- Friday, Dec. 21 is "PJ and a Movie" Day
- Friday, Dec. 21 is also 2:30 pm early dismissal

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 18

3 days of school left before Christmas holidays!

Homework
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
Social - Relationships Unit TEST (Thursday, Dec. 20)
Math - Probability Unit TEST (Friday, Dec. 21)

Reminders
- Candy grams will continue to be sold tomorrow (Wednesday, Dec. 19) for $0.25 each
- Tomorrow is "Christmas Color/Character" Day
- Tomorrow is also the Asham Stompers performance
- Thursday, Dec. 20 is the MCK Christmas concert (1:00 and 7:00 pm)
- Thursday, Dec. 20 is also "Wish for the World" Day
- Friday, Dec. 21 is "PJ and a Movie" Day
- Friday, Dec. 21 is also 2:30 pm early dismissal

Monday, December 17, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 17

4 days of school left before Christmas holidays!

A school newsletter was sent home today about how to talk to your son/daughter about the horrific events that occurred in Connecticut on Friday.

This week is a VERY busy "last week of school for 2012", including:
- Tuesday, Dec. 18 is pictures with Santa ($1.00 each)
- Wednesday, Dec. 19 is candy grams for sale ($0.25 each)
- Wednesday, Dec. 19 is also the Asham Stompers performance
- Thursday, Dec. 20 is the MCK Christmas concert (1:00 and 7:00 pm)
- Thursday, Dec. 20 is also "Wish for the World" Day
- Friday, Dec. 21 is "PJ and a Movie" Day
- Friday, Dec. 21 is also 2:30 pm early dismissal

Homework
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
Math - 10.1 and 10.2 Math Worksheets (Tuesday, Dec. 18)
LA - "Nightboat" Questions and Activities (Tuesday, Dec. 18)
Math - Probability Unit TEST (Thursday, Dec. 20)
Social - Relationships Unit TEST (Thursday, Dec. 20)

Reminders
- Grade 7's will be attending the Asham Stompers concert on Wednesday, Dec. 19. Students are asked to bring $2 to help offset the cost of the performance.

Friday, December 14, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 14

Next week is a VERY busy "last week of school for 2012", including:
- Tuesday, Dec. 18 is pictures with Santa ($1.00 each)
- Wednesday, Dec. 19 is candy grams for sale ($0.25 each)
- Wednesday, Dec. 19 is also the Asham Stompers performance
- Thursday, Dec. 20 is the MCK Christmas concert (1:00 and 7:00 pm)
- Thursday, Dec. 20 is also "Wish for the World" Day
- Friday, Dec. 21 is "PJ and a Movie" Day
- Friday, Dec. 21 is also 2:30 pm early dismissal

Homework
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)
Social - Climate Change Pamphlets (Monday, Dec. 17)
Music - Nutcracker Unit TEST (Monday, Dec. 17)
LA - "Nightboat" Questions and Activities (Tuesday, Dec. 18)
Social - Relationships Unit TEST (Thursday, Dec. 20)

Reminders
- Grade 7's will be attending the Asham Stompers concert on Wednesday, Dec. 19. Students are asked to bring $2 to help offset the cost of the performance.

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 13

Grade 7's will be attending the Asham Stompers concert on Wednesday, Dec. 19. Students are asked to bring $2 to help offset the cost of the performance.

Students are encouraged to bring board games for tomorrow's Phys. Ed. class.

Have a great afternoon off...

Homework
Science - Before/After Activity (OVERDUE)
Art - Elements of Art/Principles of Design Posters (Friday, Dec. 14)
Social - Climate Change Pamphlets (Monday, Dec. 17)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)
Music - Nutcracker Unit TEST (Monday, Dec. 17)
LA - "Nightboat" Questions and Activities (Tuesday, Dec. 18)
Social - Relationships Unit TEST (Thursday, Dec. 20)

Reminders
- Keep up the hard work. Holidays are coming soon!

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 12

Ask your son/daughter about the fraction test they wrote today in Math.

Students will be attending the Asham Stompers on Wednesday, Dec. 19. Students are asked to bring $2 to help offset the cost of the performance.

Tomorrow (Thursday, Dec. 13) is the next noon hour early dismissal.

Homework
Science - Before/After Activity (Thursday, Dec. 13)
Art - Elements of Art/Principles of Design Posters (Friday, Dec. 14)
Social - Climate Change Pamphlets (Monday, Dec. 17)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)
Music - Nutcracker Unit TEST (Monday, Dec. 17)
Social - Relationships Unit TEST (Thursday, Dec. 20)

Reminders
- Keep up the hard work.  Holidays are coming soon!

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 11

Students will be attending the Asham Stompers on Wednesday, Dec. 19. Students are asked to bring $2 to help offset the cost of this activity. A newsletter was sent home yesterday with specific details.

Homework
Math - Fractions Unit TEST (Wednesday, Dec. 12)
Social - Climate Change Pamphlets (Thursday, Dec. 13)
Science - Before/After Activity (Thursday, Dec. 13)
Art - Elements of Art/Principles of Design Posters (Friday, Dec. 14)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)
Social - Relationships Unit TEST (Monday, Dec. 17)
Music - Nutcracker Unit TEST (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- Thursday, Dec. 13 is the next noon hour early dismissal.

Monday, December 10, 2012

Adventure Ed. - Curling (Day 2)

Classroom News - Dec. 10

Happy Monday!

Ask your son/daughter about the "Fast Food" activity the students did today.

Also, ask your son/daughter about the curling experience students' gained during Adventure Ed.

Lastly, students will be attending the Asham Stompers on Wednesday, Dec. 19.  Students are asked to bring $2 to help offset the cost of this activity.  A newsletter was sent home today with specific details.

Homework
Science - Food Web Lab (OVERDUE)
Math - Fractions Unit TEST (Wednesday, Dec. 12)
Social - Climate Change Pamphlets (Thursday, Dec. 13)
Art - Elements of Art/Principles of Design Posters (Friday, Dec. 14)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)
Social - Relationships Unit TEST (Monday, Dec. 17)
Music - Nutcracker Unit TEST (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- Thursday, Dec. 13 is the next noon hour early dismissal.

Friday, December 7, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 7

Students will be curling once again on Monday, Dec. 10 (as Adventure Ed. is switched from Tuesday to Monday).

Have a great weekend!

Homework
Science - Food Web Lab (Monday, Dec. 10)
Math - Fractions Unit TEST (Wednesday, Dec. 12)
Social - Climate Change Pamphlets (Thursday, Dec. 13)
Art - Elements of Art/Principles of Design Posters (Friday, Dec. 14)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)
Social - Relationships Unit TEST (Monday, Dec. 17)
Music - Nutcracker Unit TEST (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- Thursday, Dec. 13 is the next noon hour early dismissal.

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 6

One more day to go!

Homework
LA - "Telling Stories..." Blogging (OVERDUE)
Science - Food Web Lab (Monday, Dec. 10)
Math - Fractions Unit TEST (Tuesday, Dec. 11)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- The next bake sale is tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 7).   Items are sold for $0.50.

* JShi has not handed-in the report card envelope.
* JShi needs to return 2 school forms (technology and authorization).

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 5

Any students interested in singing for this years Christmas Concert, please sign-up for choir by the office.  The first practice is Friday, Nov. 7 at 12:25 pm.

Homework
Math - 2.9 Add/Subtracting Fractions (Thursday, Dec. 6)
LA - "Telling Stories..." Blogging (Thursday, Dec. 6)
Math - Fractions Unit TEST (Tuesday, Dec. 11)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- The next bake sale is Friday, Dec. 7. Items are sold for $0.50.

* JShi has not handed-in the report card envelope.
* JShi needs to return 2 school forms (technology and authorization).

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Classroom News - Dec. 4

Two newsletters were sent home today:
- MC Knoll December Newsletter
- City of Yorkton Upcoming Events for Decemeber

Ask your son/daughter about today's PAA experience...

Homework
Health - Healthy Living Goal Journal (OVERDUE)
Math - Practice Add/Subtracting Fractions (Wednesday, Dec. 5)
LA - "Telling Stories..." Blogging (Thursday, Dec. 6)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- The next bake sale is Friday, Dec. 7.  Items are sold for $0.50.

* JG, MK and JShi have not handed-in their report card envelopes.
* JShi needs to return 2 school forms (technology and authorization).

Monday, December 3, 2012

Adventure Ed. - Curling (Day 1)

Classroom News - Dec. 3

Wow - December already!

As we still have 3 weeks until Christmas Holidays, students are encouraged to stay focused and on-task for this month. 

Ask your son/daughter about their Curling experience from today's Adventure Ed. class.

Homework
Math - Add/Subtract with Fraction Circles (Tuesday, Dec. 4)
Health - Healthy Living Goal Journal (Tuesday, Dec. 4)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- Students will need a sealable container for tomorrow's PAA class (Tuesday, Dec. 4).

Friday, November 30, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 30

Thanks for all of the great conversations over the passed couple days during parent-teacher interviews.

Have a great weekend!

Homework
Health - Healthy Living Goal (OVERDUE)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- Adventure Ed. starts-up again Monday, Dec. 3 with "curling".

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 29

Parent-Teacher Interviews continue today.   See you after school!

School photos were sent home today.  What a "good looking" group of students!

Please return the report card envelope by tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 30).

Homework
Math - 2.1 Fractions (Friday, Nov. 30)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- Any students interested in being a part of the MC Knoll "Chess Club", the form and $5 fee is now OVERDUE.
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are now OVERDUE. 

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 28

Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for today and tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 29). Your son/daughter is encouraged to come to the meeting to discuss Term 1 and set goals for Term 2. See you either today or tomorrow!

Homework
Social - South America Map (Thursday, Nov. 29)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- Any students interested in being a part of the MC Knoll "Chess Club", the form and $5 fee is now OVERDUE.
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 29). The date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.
- Please return the report card envelope by Friday, Nov. 30.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 27

Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 28) and Thursday, Nov. 29.   Your son/daughter is encouraged to come to the meeting to discuss Term 1 and set goals for Term 2.  See you then!

Homework
Science - Decomposer PowerPoint (OVERDUE)
Math - "Improper Fractions/Mixed Numbers" (Wednesday, Nov. 28)
Art - Remembrance Day Poster (Wednesday, Nov. 28)
Social - South America Map (Thursday, Nov. 29)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- Any students interested in being a part of the MC Knoll "Chess Club", please return the permission form and $5 fee by tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 28).
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.
- Please return the report card envelope by Friday, Nov. 30.

Monday, November 26, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 26

Happy Monday - I hope the weekend was great!

Any students interested in being a part of the MC Knoll "Chess Club", please return the permission form and $5 fee by Wednesday, Nov. 28.

Homework
Science - Decomposer PowerPoint (Tuesday, Nov. 27)
Math - "Improper Fractions/Mixed Numbers" (Wednesday, Nov. 28)
Art - Remembrance Day Poster (Wednesday, Nov. 28)
Social - South America Map (Thursday, Nov. 29)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.
- Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for this week - Wednesday, Nov. 28 and Thursday, Nov. 29. Your son/daughter is encouraged to come to the meeting to discuss Term 1 and set goals for Term 2. If your designated interview time is inconvenient or you are unaware of your interview time, please contact the school ASAP.
- Please return the report card envelope by Friday, Nov. 30.

Friday, November 23, 2012

Violence Awareness Conference

Classroom News - Nov. 23

Ask your son/daughter about the great "Violence Awareness Conference" at Dr. Brass.

Be sure to congratulate your son/daughter on a great Term 1 Report Card.  Keep up the great work in Term 2.  You can keep the report card for your records, however please return the report card envelope by Friday, Nov. 30.

Also, a newsletter was sent home today about a great fundraiser the MC Knoll basketball teams are doing for breast cancer.  

Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for next week - Wednesday, Nov. 28 and Thursday, Nov. 29. Your son/daughter is encouraged to come to the meeting to discuss Term 1 and set goals for Term 2. If your designated interview time is inconvenient or you are unaware of your interview time, please contact the school ASAP.

Homework
Math - "Simplifying/Equivalent Fractions" Worksheet (Monday, Nov. 26)
Science - Decomposer PowerPoint (Tuesday, Nov. 27)
Art - Remembrance Day Poster (Wednesday, Nov. 28)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 22

Tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 23) is a very exciting day:
- "Scholastic Book Orders" are due.
- Grade 7 students will be attending the "Violence Awareness Conference" at Dr. Brass.  Lunch is provided free of charge.
- Term 1 Report Cards will be handed out.

A class photo of our wonderful 7M class was sent home today.  You can also admire the great photo on the bottom part of this blog.

Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for next week - Wednesday, Nov. 28 and Thursday, Nov. 29. Your son/daughter is encouraged to come to the meeting to discuss Term 1 and set goals for Term 2. If your designated interview time is inconvenient or you are unaware of your interview time, please contact the school ASAP.

Homework
Math - "Simplifing/Equivalent Fractions" Worksheet (Monday, Nov. 26)
Science - Decomposer PowerPoint (Tuesday, Nov. 27)
Art - Remembrance Day Poster (Wednesday, Nov. 28)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Buddy Phys. Ed. with Kindergarten

Classroom News - Nov. 21

We started our first big term 2 assignment in English Language Arts today - the Nov./Dec. Writing Folder which involves students completing a shape poem, spelling story, and research essay.

Homework
LA - Goalie's Journey (Destination Reading) (OVERDUE)
Math - "Meaning of Fractions" Worksheet (Thursday, Nov. 22)
Art - Remembrance Day Poster (Wednesday, Nov. 28)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)
LA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 17)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.
- Term 1 Report Cards will be handed-out Friday, Nov. 23. Yahoo!
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 20

We started our next math unit on "Fractions" today.

If you pre-ordered in advance, the Subway lunch is tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 21).

Homework
Health - Food Labels Chart (OVERDUE)
LA - Goalie's Journey (Destination Reading) (Wednesday, Nov. 21)
Art - Remembrance Day Poster (Wednesday, Nov. 28)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.
- Term 1 Report Cards will be handed-out Friday, Nov. 23. Yahoo!
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Monday, November 19, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 19

Happy Monday!

This week at MC Knoll is "Stand Up to Bullying Week".  Grade 7 students had a great introductory presentation to the topic today from the Red Cross, and they will attend a full-day conference on Friday, Nov. 23 at Dr. Brass.

Homework
Health - Food Labels Chart (OVERDUE)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)

Reminders
- Subway lunch (if you pre-ordered) is Wednesday, Nov. 21.
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.
- Term 1 Report Cards will be handed-out Friday, Nov. 23.  Yahoo!
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Friday, November 16, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 16

Great job to all the volleyball teams over the passed few days.  Awesome job representing MC Knoll and congratulations to the winning teams!

Thanks to everyone who brought food for the bake sale, as well as donation for "Operation Christmas Tree".

ALL Term 1 marks are due by Monday, Nov. 19 (with Term 1 Report Cards being handed-out on Friday, Nov. 23). As a result, ALL Term 1 assignments (upcoming and overdue) must be handed-in by this date. Otherwise a mark of 0% may be earned for each assignment.

Have a great weekend!

Homework
Math - Percent Unit Test (OVERDUE)
Social - Write on the Blog (OVERDUE)
Health - Food Labels Chart (Monday, Nov. 19)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 15

Good luck to all of the volleyball teams at the City Volleyball Tournament. GO KNIGHTS GO!

ALL Term 1 marks are due by Monday, Nov. 19 (with Term 1 Report Cards being handed-out on Friday, Nov. 23). As a result, ALL Term 1 assignments (upcoming and overdue) must be handed-in by this date. Otherwise a mark of 0% may be earned for each assignment.

Homework
Math - Percent Unit Test (Friday, Nov. 16)
Social - Write on the Blog (Friday, Nov. 16)
Health - Food Labels Chart (Monday, Nov. 19)
Health - Healthy Living Goal (Friday, Nov. 30)

Reminders
- Grade 7 students are responsible for the next "bake sale" tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 16). Items will be sold for $0.50 each.
- The MC Knoll SRC is looking for donations for "Operation Christmas Child". Donations are due by tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 16).
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 14

Good luck to all of the volleyball teams at the City Volleyball Tournament.  GO KNIGHTS GO!

ALL Term 1 marks are due by Monday, Nov. 19 (with Term 1 Report Cards being handed-out on Friday, Nov. 23). As a result, ALL Term 1 assignments (upcoming and overdue) must be handed-in by this date. Otherwise a mark of 0% may be earned for each assignment.

Homework
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (OVERDUE)
Health - "My Food Guide Journal" (OVERDUE)
Social - Write on the Blog (Friday, Nov. 16)
Math - Percent Unit Test (Friday, Nov. 16)

Reminders
- Subway Lunch forms are OVERDUE. The actual lunch will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 21.
- Grade 7 students are responsible for the next "bake sale" on Friday, Nov. 16.   Items will be sold for $0.50 each.
- The MC Knoll SRC is looking for donations for "Operation Christmas Child".  Donations are due by Friday, Nov. 16.
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 13

Happy Monday.  I hope the long weekend treated you well...

Wow!  Where did ALL of this snow come from?

The MC Knoll SRC is looking for donations for "Operation Christmas Child".  A newsletter was sent home today with details.  Donations are due by Friday, Nov. 16.

Grade 7 students are responsible for the next "bake sale" on Friday, Nov. 16.  Yahoo! 

ALL Term 1 marks are due by Monday, Nov. 19 (with Term 1 Report Cards being handed-out on Friday, Nov. 23).  As a result, ALL Term 1 assignments (upcoming and overdue) must be handed-in by this date.  Otherwise a mark of 0% may be earned for each assignment.

Homework
Social - Write on the Blog (Wednesday, Nov. 14)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)
Health - "My Food Guide Journal" (Wednesday, Nov. 14)
Math - Percent Unit Test (Friday, Nov. 16)

Reminders
- If interested, Subway Lunch forms are due by tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 14). The actual lunch will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 21.
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Harvest Showdown

Classroom News - Nov. 8

Ask your son/daughter about the great morning we had at the Harvest Showdown. Yahoo!

The MC Knoll Remembrance Day Service will be held tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 9) at 11:00 am. Students are encouraged to dress-up and bring any donations.

I will be out of the building tomorrow - so there will be no blog post.

Have a good afternoon off and an even better long-weekend (as there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, Nov. 12 - Remembrance Day).

Homework
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (OVERDUE)
LA - "Underground Adventures" Q's and Activities (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
Social - "Falling From Space" Worksheet (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
Music - Fantasia 2000 Unit Test (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
Music - Firebird Suite CD Cover (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)
Health - "My Food Guide Journal" (Wednesday, Nov. 14)
Math - Percent Unit Test (Friday, Nov. 16)

Reminders
- If interested, Subway Lunch forms are due by Wednesday, Nov. 14.  The actual lunch will tak place on Wednesday, Nov. 21.
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 29. The actual date to pick-up the orders is not until Thursday, Dec. 13.

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 7

Two important things are happening tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 8):
- Grade 7 students will be heading to the Harvest Showdown in the morning
- There is a noon hour early dismissal in the afternoon

Also, two important newsletters were sent home today:
- Subway Lunch form (due by Wednesday, Nov. 14)
- "Good Taste" Fundraiser form (due by Thursday, Nov. 29)

Homework
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (OVERDUE)
LA - "Underground Adventures" Q's and Activities (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
Social - "Falling From Space" Worksheet (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
Music - Fantasia 2000 Unit Test (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
Music - Firebird Suite CD Cover (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)
Health - "My Food Guide Journal" (Wednesday, Nov. 14)
Math - Percent Unit Test (Friday, Nov. 16)

Reminders
- An MC Knoll Remembrance Day Service will be held on Friday, Nov. 9 at 11:00 am.  Students are encouraged to dress-up and bring any donations.
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 6

Students have been busy finishing up term 1.  Keep up all of the hard work!

Homework
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
Social - "What's in the Beef" (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
Music - Fantasia 2000 Unit Test (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
Music - Firebird Suite CD Cover (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)
Health - "My Food Guide Journal" (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- Giddy-up! Students will be heading the the Harvest Showdown on Thursday, Nov. 8.
- Thursday, Nov. 8 is also a noon hour early dismissal.
- An MC Knoll Remembrance Day Service will be held on Friday, Nov. 9 at 11:00 am.
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.

Monday, November 5, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 5

Happy Monday!

Homework
Math - 4.2 Worksheet (Food Labels) (Tuesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
Social - "What's in the Beef" (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
Music - Fantasia 2000 Unit Test (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
Music - Firebird Suite CD Cover (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- Giddy-up! Students will be heading the the Harvest Showdown on Thursday, Nov. 8.
- Thursday, Nov. 8 is also a noon hour early dismissal.
- An MC Knoll Remembrance Day Service will be held on Friday, Nov. 9 at 11:00 am.
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.

Friday, November 2, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 2

School picture orders are now OVERDUE.

Have a great weekend!

Homework
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
Music - Fantasia 2000 Unit Test (Tuesday, Nov. 13)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- Giddy-up!  Students will be heading the the Harvest Showdown on Thursday, Nov. 8. 
- Thursday, Nov. 8 is also a noon hour early dismissal.
- An MC Knoll Remembrance Day Service will be held on Friday, Nov. 9 at 11:00 am.
- If interested in ordering from the "Scholastic Book Orders", please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Classroom News - Nov. 1

I hope everyone had an enjoyable Halloween night.

Happy November - it is going to be a busy month!

If you would like to order school pictures, please return the appropriate form and fees by tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 2). 

A set of Scholastic Book Orders were sent out today.  If you are interested in ordering from any of the catalogues, please return the form and fees by Friday, Nov. 23.

Homework
LA - "Gearing Up..." Questions and Activity (Friday, Nov. 2)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- Check out the "Upcoming Events" section on the right side of this blog

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Happy Halloween


Classroom News - Oct. 31

Ask your son/daughter about all of the great fun we had today during our Halloween celebrations.

Homework
LA - "Gearing Up..." Questions and Activity (Friday, Nov. 2)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- If you would like to order school pictures, please return the appropriate form and fees by Friday, Nov. 2. 

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 30

Ask your son/daughter about P.A.A.

For some extra math practice, click on "Math Games (Johnny's)" on the right side of this blog.

We have a busy day tomorrow as it is Halloween.  There will be our annual MC Knoll Halloween Parade at 1:00 pm. Thereafter, students will be enjoying snacks and a movie in the 7M classroom.

Homework
Art - Halloween Sketches (OVERDUE)
Science - What Consumers Eat Activity (Wednesday, Oct. 31)
LA - "Gearing Up..." Questions and Activity (Friday, Nov. 2)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- If you would like to order school pictures, please return the appropriate form and fees by Friday, Nov. 2. 

Monday, October 29, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 29

Happy Monday!

Homework
Math - Simplifying Fractions (Tuesday, Oct. 30)
Social - Oceania; page 5/6 (Tuesday, Oct. 30)
Art - Halloween Sketches (Tuesday, Oct. 30)
Science - What Consumers Eat Activity (Wednesday, Oct. 31)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- Wednesday, Oct. 31 is Halloween. We will be having our annual MC Knoll Halloween Parade at 1:00 pm. Thereafter, students will be enjoying snacks and a movie in the 7M classroom.
- If you would like to order school pictures, please return the appropriate form and fees by Friday, Nov. 2. 

Friday, October 26, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 26

Wednesday, Oct. 31 is Halloween.  We will be having our annual MC Knoll Halloween Parade at 1:00 pm.  Thereafter, students will be enjoying snacks and a movie in the 7M classroom.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Homework
Science - Biotic/Abiotic Worksheet (OVERDUE)
Math - 3.9/3.10 Worksheet (Monday, Oct. 29)
Social - Oceania; page 5/6 (Tuesday, Oct. 30)
Art - Halloween Sketches (Tuesday, Oct. 30)
Science - What Consumers Eat Activity (Wednesday, Oct. 31)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- If you are unhappy with how your school picture turned-out, "picture retake day" is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 29.
- However, if you would like to order school pictures, please return the appropriate form and fees by Friday, Nov. 2. 

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 25

Any grade 7 students interested in being a part of the MC Knoll Remembrance Day service, there will be a choir practice tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 26) from 12:00 - 12:25.

One more day to go!!!

Homework
Career G. - Choices Questions (Friday, Oct. 26)
Science - Biotic/Abiotic Worksheet (Friday, Oct. 26)
Social - Oceania; page 5/6 (Tuesday, Oct. 30)
Art - Halloween Sketches (Tuesday, Oct. 30)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- If you are unhappy with how your school picture turned-out, "picture retake day" is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 29.
- However, if you would like to order school pictures, please return the appropriate form and fees by Friday, Nov. 2. 

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 24

Homework
Social - Oceania; page 3 (Thursday, Oct. 25)
Career G. - Choices Questions (Friday, Oct. 26)
Science - Biotic/Abiotic Worksheet (Friday, Oct. 26)
Art - Halloween Sketches (Tuesday, Oct. 30)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- If you are unhappy with how your school picture turned-out, "picture retake day" is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 29.
- However, if you would like to order school pictures, please return the appropriate form and fees by Friday, Nov. 2.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 23

Picture proofs from our "school picture day" were sent home today with your son/daughter.   If you would like to order from them, please return the appropriate form and fees by Friday, Nov. 2.  If you are unhappy with the pictures, "picture retake day" is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 29.

Homework
Math - CD/DVD Problem Solving Question (OVERDUE)
Social - Oceania; page 3 (Thursday, Oct. 25)
Career G. - Choices Questions (Friday, Oct. 26)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6) (Wednesday, Nov. 7)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- Nothing at this time...

Monday, October 22, 2012

Adventure Ed. - Ladderball and Croquet

Here are some photos from last week's Adventure Ed.

Classroom News - Oct. 22

Happy Monday!

As the weather continues to get colder, students should be dressing accordingly.

Ask your son/daughter about PAA...

Homework
Art - Caricature Drawings (OVERDUE)
Math - CD/DVD Problem Solving Question (Tuesday, Oct. 23)
Science - Big Idea #1 Quiz (Tuesday, Oct. 23)
Phys. Ed. - Safety Assignment (Tuesday, Oct. 23)
Social - Oceania; page 3 (Thursday, Oct. 25)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- Nothing at this time...

Friday, October 19, 2012

Buddy Reading with 4T

In celebration of Education Week, our 7M classroom paired-up with our friends in 4T to do some buddy reading.


Classroom News - Oct. 19

Ask your son/daughter about Adventure Ed. today.

Have a great weekend!

Homework
Math - 3.8 Worksheet (Order of Operations (OVERDUE)
Art - Caricature Drawings (Monday, Oct. 22)
Social - "What in the World" (Monday, Oct. 22)
Science - Big Idea #1 Quiz (Tuesday, Oct. 23)
Phys. Ed. - Safety Assignment (Tuesday, Oct. 23)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- Nothing at this time...

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 18

Thanks to everyone who came out last night to the "open house". 

One more day to go!

Homework
Math - 3.8 Worksheet (Order of Operations (Friday, Oct. 19)
Math - Decimals Unit Test (Friday, Oct. 19)
Art - Caricature Drawings (Monday, Oct. 22)
Social - "What in the World" (Monday, Oct. 22)
Science - Big Idea #1 Quiz (Tuesday, Oct. 23)
Phys. Ed. - Safety Assignment (Tuesday, Oct. 23)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- Nothing at this time...

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 17

The MC Knoll "Open House" is set for tonight (Wednesday, Oct. 17) from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Come on out and enjoy some good food and good conversations.  The Book Fair will also be open tonight.

See you there!

Homework
Math - Decimals Unit Test (Friday, Oct. 19)
Art - Caricature Drawings (Monday, Oct. 22)
Social - "What in the World" (Monday, Oct. 22)
Phys. Ed. - Safety Assignment (Tuesday, Oct. 23)
LA - PowerPoint Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 14)

Reminders
- The last day of the MC Knoll book fair is tomorrow (Thursday, Oct. 18). 

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 16

An MC Knoll "Open House" is set for tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 17) from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm.  Come on out and enjoy some good food and good company!

Homework
LA - "Superhumans" Questions and Activities (OVERDUE)
Math - Decimals Quiz (Wednesday, Oct. 17)
Social - "What in the World" (Wednesday, Oct. 17)
Math - Decimals Unit Test (Friday, Oct. 19)
Art - Caricature Drawings (Monday, Oct. 22)

Reminders
- The annual MC Knoll book fair continues until Thursday, Oct. 18. 

Monday, October 15, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 15

I hope everyone had a great warm weekend. 

Thanks to everyone you donated food items to the "FCC Drive Away Hunger" program.  Stay tuned for total weight our school raised in food items.

Homework
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
LA - "Superhumans" Questions and Activities (Tuesday, Oct. 16)
Social - "What in the World" (Wednesday, Oct. 17)
Math - Decimals Unit Test (Thursday, Oct. 18)

Reminders
- We are having our annual book fair from Tuesday, Oct. 16 - Thursday, Oct. 18.
- An MC Knoll "Open House" is set for Wednesday, Oct. 17 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. 

Friday, October 12, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 12

Ask your son/daughter about P.A.A.

Next week is "Education Week".  To celebrate, there are two important things happening at MC Knoll School:
- We are having our annual book fair from Tuesday, Oct. 16 - Thursday, Oct. 18. 
- An MC Knoll "Open House" is set for Wednesday, Oct. 17 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. 

Enjoy the weekend!

Homework
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
Math - 3.6/3.7 Division of Decimals (Monday, Oct. 15)
Science - Basic Needs Drawing (Monday, Oct. 15)
Social - Unit Quiz (Monday, Oct. 15)
LA - "Superhumans" Questions and Activities (Tuesday, Oct. 16)
Social - "What in the World" (Wednesday, Oct. 17)
Math - Decimals Unit Test (Thursday, Oct. 18)

Reminders
- If you would like to donate any non-perishable food items to the "FCC Drive Away Hunger" program, we have extended the date to Monday, Oct. 15.

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 11

Sorry for the late post - the internet was down for a large part of the day.  It is great when technology works, but is quite difficult when it doesn't...

Have a great afternoon!

Homework
Math - Practice Division of Decimals (Friday, Oct. 12)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)
Science - Basic Needs Drawing (Monday, Oct. 15)
Social - Unit Quiz (Monday, Oct. 15)

Reminders
- For P.A.A. tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 12), students will need a container for the soup they will be making.
- If you would like to donate any non-perishable food items to the "FCC Drive Away Hunger" program, we have extended the date to Monday, Oct. 15.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 10

We are just about finished up another math unit - decimal operations.  Therefore, there will be a math test sometime next week.  I will pick a more specific date in the near future.

JR and JSh are the 7M classroom representatives for the MC Knoll SRC.  Congratulations!

Tomorrow is a very important day for two reasons:
- Noon hour early dismissal
- Picture day...bring your best smile.

Homework
Math - Division of Decimals (classroom problems) (Thursday, Oct. 11)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)
Science - Basic Needs Drawing (Monday, Oct. 15)
Social - Unit Quiz (Monday, Oct. 15)

Reminders
- If you would like to donate any non-perishable food items to the "FCC Drive Away Hunger" program, please send them along with your son/daughter sometime before Friday, Oct. 12.
- For P.A.A. on Friday, Oct. 12, students will need a container for the soup they will be making.

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 9

Welcome back - I hope everyone is full of turkey!

Homework
Math - 3.3/3.4 Multiplication Worksheet (OVERDUE)
LA - "Living Life to the Extreme" Questions and Activities (Rap/Poem and Chart) (OVERDUE)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)
Social - Unit Quiz (Monday, Oct. 15)

Reminders
- If interested, your SRC speech will be presented to our 7M classroom tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 10).
- The next noon hour early dismissal is Thursday, Oct. 11.
- The new date for "Picture Day" is Thursday, Oct. 11.
- If you would like to donate any non-perishable food items to the "FCC Drive Away Hunger" program, please send them along with your son/daughter sometime before Friday, Oct. 12.
- For P.A.A. on Friday, Oct. 12, students will need a container for the soup they will be making.

Friday, October 5, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 5

In recognition of World Food Day, our school has decided to participate in the "FCC Drive Away Hunger" program by collecting food item donations for the Soup Haven.  If you would like to donate any non-perishable food items, please send them along with your son/daughter sometime before Friday, Oct. 12.

Also, if your son/daughter hasn't told you yet, some students in 7M now have their very own blog. You can get to by clicking on the "7M Student Blog" link on the right side of this blog or simply go to http://kidblog.org/7MClassroomBlog/.
  
Have a great Thanksgiving Weekend!

Homework
Science - "Schoolyard" Lab Write-up (OVERDUE)
Math - 3.3/3.4 Multiplication Worksheet (Tusday, Oct. 9)
LA - "Living Life to the Extreme" Questions and Activities (Rap/Poem and Chart) (Tuesday, Oct. 9)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, Oct. 8 (Thanksgiving)
- If interested, your SRC speech will be presented to our 7M classroom on Wednesday, Oct. 10.
- The next noon hour early dismissal is Thursday, Oct. 11.
- The new date for "Picture Day" is Thursday, Oct. 11.

Thursday, October 4, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 4

One more day before the long-weekend!

If your son/daughter hasn't told you yet, some students in 7M now have their very own blog.  You can get to by clicking on the "7M Student Blog" link on the right side of this blog or simply go to http://kidblog.org/7MClassroomBlog/.   

Homework
Science - "Schoolyard" Lab Write-up (OVERDUE)
LA - "Living Life to the Extreme" Questions and Activities (Rap/Poem and Chart) (Tuesday, Oct. 9)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- There will be a bake sale tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 5). The delicious-tasting items will be sold for $0.25 each.
- There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, Oct. 8 (Thanksgiving)
- If interested, your SRC speech will be presented to our 7M classroom on Wednesday, Oct. 10.
- The next noon hour early dismissal is Thursday, Oct. 11.
- The new date for "Picture Day" is Thursday, Oct. 11.

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 3

Two newsletters were sent home today:
- MC Knoll October school newsletter
- MC Knoll open-house information

Any students wanting to be the 7M SRC representative, you are required to write and present a minumum 1-minute speech to the class about "why you would be a good SRC representative for our classroom".  You will be making your speech on Wednesday, Oct. 10.

Homework
Science - "Schoolyard" Lab Write-up (Thursday, Oct. 4)
LA - "Living Life to the Extreme" Questions and Activities (Rap/Poem and Chart) (Tuesday, Oct. 9)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- There will be a bake sale on Friday, Oct. 5. The delicious-tasting items will be sold for $0.25 each.
- There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, Oct. 8 (Thanksgiving)
- The next noon hour early dismissal is Thursday, Oct. 11.
- The new date for "Picture Day" is Thursday, Oct. 11.

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Adventure Ed. - Bocce Ball and Lawn Darts

Classroom News - Oct. 2

Ask your son/daughter about Adventure Ed. today.

Homework
LA - "Extreme Survival Stories" Questions and Comic (OVERDUE)
Math - Adding/Subtracting Decimals (Wednesday, Oct. 3)
Science - "Schoolyard" Lab Write-up (Thursday, Oct. 4)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- There will be a bake sale on Friday, Oct. 5. The delicious-tasting items will be sold for $0.25 each.
- There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, Oct. 8 (Thanksgiving)
- The next noon hour early dismissal is Thursday, Oct. 11.
- The new date for "Picture Day" is Thursday, Oct. 11.

Monday, October 1, 2012

Classroom News - Oct. 1

Happy October!

There will be a bake sale on Friday, Oct. 5.  The delicious-tasting items will be sold for $0.25 each.

Also, for tomorrow's Adventure Ed. class, we will be outside (so dress appropriately).

Homework
Art - Art Folders (OVERDUE)
LA - Writing Folder Design (OVERDUE)
Math - Exploring Adding/Subtracting Decimals (Tuesday, Oct. 2)
LA - "Extreme Survival Stories" Questions and Comic (Tuesday, Oct. 2)
Science - "Schoolyard" Lab Write-up (Thursday, Oct. 4)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, Oct. 8 (Thanksgiving)
- The next noon hour early dismissal is Thursday, Oct. 11.
- The new date for "Picture Day" is Thursday, Oct. 11.

Friday, September 28, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 28

What a busy day today?!?!?

Thanks to everyone who made a donation to the annual "Terry Fox Walk".  Our class raised $18.50!

Our grade 7 students DID NOT have the opportunity to get their pictures taken today.  Therefore, Thursday, Oct. 11 will be the next "Picture Day".

Two newsletters were sent home today:
- City of Yorkton Upcoming Events for October
- SCC Newsletter

Have a great weekend!

Homework
Art - Art Folders (OVERDUE)
LA - Writing Folder Design (OVERDUE)
Math - Ordering and Rounding Decimals (Monday, Oct. 1)
LA - "Extreme Survival Stories" Questions and Comic (Tuesday, Oct. 2)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 27

Tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 28) is a VERY busy day with:
- Cross-Country at Saltcoats
- Junior Concert Performance (for our younger grades)
- Terry Fox Walk
- Picture Day (wear your BEST smile!)

Tickets to tomorrow's YRHS football game titled "Friday Night Lights" were given away to students for FREE!

Homework
Math - Review of Decimals Worksheet (Friday, Sept. 28)
Art - Art Folders (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- Terry Fox fundraiser donations (large or small) will now be accepted until tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 28).  
- Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)
- Thursday, Oct. 11 will be "Picture Retake Day" (for those that are not able to be here tomorrow).

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 26

Ask your son/daughter about the math test...

A "Bake Sale" newsletter was sent home today.  The grade 7 students are responsible for providing baking for the month of November.

Homework
Art - Art Folders (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- Terry Fox fundraiser donations (large or small) will now be accepted until Friday, Sept. 28 - the day of our MC Knoll Terry Fox Walk.
- School pictures will be taking place on Friday, Sept. 28 as well as Thursday, Oct. 11 (for those that are not able to be here on the first date).
- Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 25

Please sit-down with your son/daughter tonight to help prepare them for the Math test tomorrow.  Students should understand divisibility rules, multiples (LCM) and factors (GCF).

Homework
Math - 1.7 Worksheet (Factors) (Wednesday, Sept. 26)
Math - Number Relationships Unit TEST (Wednesday, Sept. 26)
Art - Art Folders (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- If you have any magazines at home that you would like to "donate" to the class (for upcoming assignments and projects), our 7M class would very grateful.
 - Terry Fox fundraiser donations (large or small) will be accepted until Wednesday, Sept. 26.
- School pictures will be taking place on Friday, Sept. 28 as well as Thursday, Oct. 11 (for those that are not able to be here on the first date).
- Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)

Monday, September 24, 2012

Adventure Ed. - Tennis

Classroom News - Sept. 24

Happy Monday - let's hope this great weather stays for a little while longer!?!?!

Ask your son/daughter about the awesome Adventure Ed. class today...

Homework
Social - Pages 3-6 (Tuesday, Sept. 25)
Math - Number Relationships Unit TEST (Wednesday, Sept. 26)
Art - Art Folders (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- If you have any magazines at home that you would like to "donate" to the class (for upcoming assignments and projects), our 7M class would very grateful.
- Terry Fox fundraiser donations (large or small) will be accepted until Wednesday, Sept. 26.
- School pictures will be taking place on Friday, Sept. 28 as well as Thursday, Oct. 11 (for those that are not able to be here on the first date).
- Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)

Friday, September 21, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 21

Have a great weekend!

Homework
Math - 1.6 Worksheet (Multiples) (Monday, Sept. 24)
Social - Pages 3-6 (Tuesday, Sept. 25)
Art - Art Folders (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- For Monday's Adventure Ed. class, students will need their bike, helmets and tennis equipment (if you have) as we will be biking to play tennis by the museum.
- If you have any magazines at home that you would like to "donate" to the class (for upcoming assignments and projects), our 7M class would very grateful.
- Terry Fox fundraiser donations (large or small) will be accepted until Wednesday, Sept. 26.
- School pictures will be taking place on Friday, Sept. 28 as well as Thursday, Oct. 11 (for those that are not able to be here on the first date).
- Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)

Thursday, September 20, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 20

One more day to go!

For Monday's Adventure Ed. class, students will need their bike, helmets and tennis equipment as we will be biking to play tennis by the museum.

Homework
Math - 1.5 Worksheet (Friday, Sept. 21)
Social - Pages 3-6 (Tuesday, Sept. 25)
Art - Art Folders (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- If you have any magazines at home that you would like to "donate" to the class (for upcoming assignments and projects), our 7M class would very grateful.
- Terry Fox fundraiser donations (large or small) will be accepted until Wednesday, Sept. 26.
- School pictures will be taking place on Friday, Sept. 28 as well as Thursday, Oct. 11 (for those that are not able to be here on the first date).
- Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 19

Sorry for the late reply...I have been at a few too many "meetings" this week.

Ask your son/daughter about the very cool presentation at the YRHS today.

Yet another exciting Cross-Country Meet is tomorrow at Cherrydale.  Good luck MC Knoll athletes!

Homework
Math - 1.4 Worksheet (Thursday, Sept. 20)
Art - Art Folders (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
- If you have any magazines at home that you would like to "donate" to the class (for upcoming assignments and projects), our 7M class would very grateful.
- Terry Fox fundraiser donations (large or small) will be accepted until Wednesday, Sept. 26.
- School pictures will be taking place on Friday, Sept. 28 as well as Thursday, Oct. 11 (for those that are not able to be here on the first date).
- Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 18

Grade 7 students will be attending a presentation at the YRHS tomorrow (Wednesday, Sept. 19).

Homework
Science - Scientist Posters (OVERDUE)
Art - Art Folders (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 28)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
* If you have any magazines at home that you would like to "donate" to the class (for upcoming assignments and projects), our 7M class would very grateful.
* Terry Fox fundraiser donations (large or small) will be accepted until Wednesday, Sept. 26.
* School pictures will be taking place on Friday, Sept. 28 as well as Thursday, Oct. 11 (for those that are not able to be here on the first date).
* Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)

* The "Noon-Hour Permission Form" is now OVERDUE for the following people:
- CL             - MO

Monday, September 17, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 17

Happy Monday!

Ask your son/daughter about P.A.A. today.

Two short newsletters were sent home today:
- School pictures will be taking place on Friday, Sept. 28 as well as Thursday, Oct. 11.
- Grade 7 students will be attending a presentation at the YRHS on Wednesday, Sept. 19.

Homework
Science - Scientist Posters (OVERDUE)
 Math - 1.3 Worksheet (divisibility by 6) (OVERDUE)
 LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
* If you have any magazines at home that you would like to "donate" to the class (for upcoming assignments and projects), our 7M class would very grateful.
* Terry Fox fundraiser donations (large or small) will be accepted until Wednesday, Sept. 26.
* Scholastic book orders are due by Monday, Oct. 1 (if interested)

* The "Noon-Hour Permission Form" is now OVERDUE for the following people:
      - CL          - MO

Friday, September 14, 2012

Adventure Ed. - Biking and Nature Trail

Classroom News - Sept. 14

Ask your son/daughter about the great Adventure Ed. class today.

If you have any magazines at home that you would like to "donate" to the class (for upcoming assignments and projects), our 7M class would very grateful...

Scholastic book orders were sent home today.  If you are interested in ordering from any of the catalogues, please return the form and appropriate fees by Monday, Oct. 1.

Terry Fox fundraiser forms were also sent home today.  If you are interested in making a donation (large or small), please do so before our school's annual Terry Fox Walk on Wednesday, Sept. 26.

Homework
Science - Scientist Posters (Monday, Sept. 17)
Math - 1.3 Worksheet (divisibility by 6) (Monday, Sept. 17)
LA - Sept./Oct. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 12)

Reminders
* The "Noon-Hour Permission Form" is now OVERDUE for the following people:
 - MK            - CL           - MO

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 13

Have a wonderful afternoon off!

Students will need a bike and appropriate helmet for tomorrow's (Friday, Sept. 14) Adventure Ed. class.

Homework
Science - Scientist Posters (Monday, Sept. 17)

Reminders
- Please return the "Noon-Hour Permission Form" by tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 14).

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 12

Ask your son/daughter about "buddy reading" with Grade 1B.

Tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 13) is the first "noon hour early dismissal" of the year.

Students will need a bike and appropriate helmet for the Friday, Sept. 14 Adventure Ed. class.

Homework
Math - 1.2 Worksheet (div. rules for 3 and 9) (Thursday, Sept. 13)
Science - Scientist Posters (Monday, Sept. 17)

Reminders
- Please return the "Noon-Hour Permission Form" by Friday, Sept. 14.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 11

A "Noon-Hour Permission Form" was sent home today.  Please consider the options and return by Friday, Sept. 14.

Homework
Science - Scientist Posters (Monday, Sept. 17)

Reminders
- Thursday, Sept. 13 is the first "noon hour early dismissal" of the year.

Monday, September 10, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 10

Happy Monday!

Thursday, Sept. 13 is the first "noon hour early dismissal" of the year.

A GSSD "safety" newsletter was sent home today.

Homework
Science - Scientist Posters (Monday, Sept. 17)

Reminders
* The following people have OVERDUE forms:
- MK          - JayS          - MO            - HM

Friday, September 7, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 7

Great job to everyone who participated in "Rider Pride/Green Day".

Ask your son/daughter about P.A.A. today.  PS...the bus was a "little" late.

Have a great weekend!

Homework
LA - Parts of Speech Posters (Monday, Sept. 10)

Reminders
- The following forms are now OVERDUE:
        * Classroom Guidelines and Expectations sheet (yellow)
        * Classroom Blog sheet (purple)
        * Adventure Education form (white) and $25 activity fee
        * School Bus Form

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Adventure Ed - Biking and Disc Golf

Classroom News - Sept. 6

Ask your son/daughter about their first ever Adventure Ed. class!

Speaking of "first ever"; students will be enjoying their first ever P.A.A. class tomorrow at Yorkdale.

Tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 7) is also "Rider Pride/Green" Day.

Reminders
- Please return the following forms by tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 7):
        * Classroom Guidelines and Expectations sheet (yellow)
        * Classroom Blog sheet (purple)
        * Adventure Education form (white) and $25 activity fee
        * School Bus Form
        * MC Knoll t-shirt order forms (pink) and $10 cost (OPTIONAL)

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 5

Two days down...only ??? left.

A few more handout were sent home today including:
- City of Yorkton Monthly Newsletter
- Kid's Plus Accident Insurance
- School Bus Form (please return by Friday, Sept. 7)

Reminders
- Students will need a bike and helmet for tomorrow's (Thursday, Sept. 6) Adventure Ed. class.
- The following forms need to be returned by Friday, Sept. 7:
        * Classroom Guidelines and Expectations sheet (yellow)
        * Classroom Blog sheet (purple)
        * Adventure Education form (white) and $25 activity fee
        * MC Knoll t-shirt order forms (pink) and $10 cost (OPTIONAL)
- Friday, Sept. 7 is "Rider Pride/Green" Day.

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Classroom News - Sept. 4

Welcome Back! 

WOW! It is hard to believe the summer has already come and gone. I hope everyone had a fun, safe and enjoyable summer!

I think I speak for ALL of the staff and students at MC Knoll - we are glad to be back and look forward to the 2012-2013 MC Knoll school year!

Let's make it the best school year yet! 

Reminders
- Read through the MC Knoll Student Handbook with your son/daughter (found at the bottom of this blog).
- Students will need a bike and helmet for the Thursday, Sept. 6 Adventure Ed. class.
- The following forms need to be returned by Friday, Sept. 7:
           * Classroom Guidelines and Expectations sheet (yellow)
           * Classroom Blog sheet (purple)
           * Adventure Education form (white) and $25 activity fee
           * MC Knoll t-shirt order forms (pink) and $10 cost (OPTIONAL)
- Friday, Sept. 7 is "Rider Pride/Green" Day.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Last Day of School

WOW...where has all of the time went?  It is hard to believe that another school year has come and gone already.  It has been another fantastic year as we learned, laughed and had fun together!

Thanks to everyone who made the 2011-2012 MC Knoll School year a great one.  Have a wonderful summer and we will see everyone back on Tuesday, September 4...

Reminders
- Friday, June 29 is REPORT CARD pick-up from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.



Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Classroom News - June 26

Only 1 day of school left!

End of Year Activities:

- Wednesday, June 27: Talent Show and Baseball Game

Friday, June 29 is REPORT CARD pick-up...

Monday, June 25, 2012

Weinmaster Park FUN!!!

Classroom News - June 25

Only 2 days of school left!

End of Year Activities:
- Tuesday, June 26: Swimming at Gallagher Centre and Movie/Snacks
- Wednesday, June 27: Talent Show and Baseball Game

Friday, June 22, 2012

Camp Whitesand

Students had a GREAT time today at Camp Whitesand.  These photos tell the story of how the day went!

Classroom News - June 22

Only 3 days of school left! 

End of Year Activities:
- Monday, June 25: Heritage Heights Park
- Tuesday, June 26: Swimming at Gallagher Centre and Movie/Snacks
- Wednesday, June 27: Talent Show and Baseball Game

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Melville City Tour Field Trip

Here are some photos from the Grade 7 trip to Melville.  Students visited Melville's City Hall, Historical Museum and the "new" hockey rink.

Classroom News - June 21

For Camp Whitesand tomorrow (Friday, June 22), students will be participating in horseback riding, rock climbing, canoeing, and high ropes.   Therefore, students will need appropriate outdoor items including shoes, hat, sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, lunch, etc.  Students may also want an extra change of clothes and swimming gear if they decide to 'get wet' tomorrow.  We are planning to leave at 8:45 a.m. and return around 3:30 p.m.

End of Year Activities:
- Friday, June 22: Camp Whitesand
- Monday, June 25: Heritage Heights Park
- Tuesday, June 26: Swimming at Gallagher Centre
- Wednesday, June 27: Talent Show and Baseball Game

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Adventure Ed. - Golfing at Cherrydale

Students "had a blast" today at the Cherrydale Golf Course.  I am not too sure about their golfing skills though?!?!?

Classroom News - June 20

ALL assignments (upcoming and overdue) are now OVERDUE - a grade of "0%" will be earned for those particular assignments.

End of Year Activities:

- Thursday, June 21: Melville Tour
- Friday, June 22: Camp Whitesand
- Monday, June 25: Heritage Heights Park
- Tuesday, June 26: Swimming at Gallagher Centre
- Wednesday, June 27: Talent Show and Baseball Game

Homework:
Social - Unit TEST (Thursday, June 21)

* The May/June Writing Folder is OVERDUE from:
- BF          - CL                                     

* The Term 3 Sketchbook is OVERDUE from:
- BF           - CL              

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Classroom News - June 19

As the year is quickly coming to an end, ALL assignments (upcoming and overdue) must be handed-in by TOMORROW (Wednesday, June 20) - otherwise a grade of "0%" will be earned for that assignment.

End of Year Activities:
- Wednesday, June 20: Golfing at Cherrydale.
- Thursday, June 21: Melville Tour
- Friday, June 22: Camp Whitesand
- Monday, June 25: Heritage Heights Park
- Tuesday, June 26: Swimming at Gallagher Centre
- Wednesday, June 27: Talent Show and Baseball Game

Reminders:
- Students need to decide whether or not they want to take French next year; the pink-colored form is now OVERDUE.

Homework:
Social - Unit TEST (Thursday, June 21)

* The May/June Writing Folder is OVERDUE from:
- TB         - BF         - CL
- KL        - TW         - MWin                            

* The Term 3 Sketchbook is OVERDUE from:
- BF           - MH            - CL        - KL

Monday, June 18, 2012

Classroom News - June 18

It was sure a "rainy" weekend.  Oh well...hope it went well.

As the year is quickly coming to an end, ALL assignments (upcoming and overdue) must be handed-in by Wednesday, June 20 - otherwise a grade of "0%" will be earned for that assignment.

End of Year Activities:
- Wednesday, June 20: Golfing at Cherrydale.
- Thursday, June 21: Melville Tour
- Friday, June 22: Camp Whitesand
- Monday, June 25: Heritage Heights Park
- Tuesday, June 26: Swimming at Gallagher Centre
- Wednesday, June 27: Talent Show and Baseball Game

Reminders:
- Students need to decide whether or not they want to take French next year; the pink-colored form needs to be returned by tomorrow (Tuesday, June 19) about their decision.

Homework:
Social - Unit TEST (Thursday, June 21)

* The May/June Writing Folder is OVERDUE from:
- TB           - BF           - CL              - KL 
- TW         - MWin        - BW

* The Term 3 Sketchbook is OVERDUE from:
- BF           - MH            - CL         - KL         - BW

Friday, June 15, 2012

Classroom News - June 15

Yahoo...the weekend!

The city-wide school dance at Dr. Brass is tonight from 7:00-10:00.

As our year winds-down, please pay attention to the "upcoming events" section of the blog for some exciting events coming soon!

Reminders:
- Students need to decide whether or not they want to take French next year; the pink-colored form needs to be returned by Tuesday, June 19 about their decision.
- As the year is quickly coming to an end, ALL assignments (upcoming and overdue) must be handed-in by Wednesday, June 20 - otherwise a grade of "0%" will be earned for that assignment.

Homework:
French - Definitions Assignment (OVERDUE)
Health - Unit TEST (OVERDUE)
Math - Cartesian Plane Unit TEST (Monday, June 18)

* The May/June Writing Folder is OVERDUE from:
- CB            - TB               - SC            - BF
- CL            - KL               - HSey
- TW           - MWin          - BW

* The Term 3 Sketchbook is OVERDUE from:
- CB             - SC              - PF            - BF
- MH            - CL              - KL            - HShe
- TW            - BW             - EZ

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Classroom News - June 14

Have a great afternoon!

The city-wide school dance at Dr. Brass is tomorrow (Friday, June 15) from 7:00-10:00.

Reminders:
- Tomorrow (Friday, June 15) is the Grade 7 "audition" day for the MC Knoll Talent Show.
- If you are interested in ordering the MC Knoll School 2011-2012 Yearbook, form and $20 fee are due by tomorrow (Friday, June 15).
- Students need to decide whether or not they want to take French next year; the pink-colored form needs to be returned by Tuesday, June 19 about their decision.
- As the year is quickly coming to an end, ALL assignments (upcoming and overdue) must be handed-in by Wednesday, June 20 - otherwise a grade of "0%" will be earned for that assignment.

Homework:
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Friday, June 15)
French - Definitions Assignment (Friday, June 15)
Health - Unit TEST (Friday, June 15)
Math - Cartesian Plane Unit TEST (Monday, June 18)

* The May/June Writing Folder is OVERDUE from:
- CB             - TB             - SC            - BF
- MH            - CL            - KL             - HSey
- TW            - MWin       - BW

* The following people have "other" OVERDUE homework:
- TB           - BF              - TW

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Classroom News - June 13

As the year is quickly coming to an end, ALL assignments (upcoming and overdue) must be handed-in by Wednesday, June 20 - otherwise a grade of "0%" will be earned for that assignment.

Tomorrow (Thursday, June 14) is the last noon hour early dismissal of the year!

Also, two VERY important newsletters were sent home today including a pink-colored "Core French" newsletter (which needs to be returned by Tuesday, June 19), as well as a purple-colored "Class List" newsletter (with concerns be considered until Friday, June 22).

Reminders:
- Friday, June 15 (at 12:30) is the Grade 7 "audition" day for the MC Knoll Talent Show.
- If you are interested in ordering the MC Knoll School 2011-2012 Yearbook, form and $20 fee are due by June 15.

Homework:
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Friday, June 15)
French - Definitions Assignment (Friday, June 15)
Health - Unit TEST (Friday, June 15)
Math - Cartesian Plane Unit TEST (Monday, June 18)

* The May/June Writing Folder is OVERDUE from:
- CB           - TB              - SC            - BF
- MH          - CL              - KL           - HSey
- TW          - MWin         - BW

* The following people have "other" OVERDUE homework:
- TB            - BF            - TW

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Adventure Ed. - Canoe Safety

Here some photos of students learning canoe safety, CPR and life-saving skills for today's Adventure Ed class at the Gallagher Center.
 

Classroom News - June 12

I think the Grade 7 students need "a little more practice" with a canoe.  Ask your son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed. class at the Gallagher Center.

Reminders:
- The "year end" activity form and $20 fee is OVERDUE!
- Thursday, June 14 is the last noon hour early dismissal of the year.
- Friday, June 15 (at 12:30) is the Grade 7 "audition" day for the MC Knoll Talent Show.
- If you are interested in ordering the MC Knoll School 2011-2012 Yearbook, form and $20 fee are due by June 15.

Homework:
LA - May/June Writing Folder (Wednesday, June 13)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Friday, June 15)
French - Definitions Assignment (Friday, June 15)
Health - Unit TEST (Friday, June 15)

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TB         - BF            - TW

Monday, June 11, 2012

Pow Wow Demonstration at YRHS

Classroom News - June 11

Happy Monday!

Ask your son/daughter about the Pow Wow Demonstration the students enjoyed today at the YRHS.

Students will need an appropriate swimming outfit and a t-shirt for tomorrow's Adventure Ed. class.

Reminders:
- The "end of the year activities" we will be enjoying include swimming, golfing, Melville tour, and Camp Whitesand. Please return the attached Camp Whitesand form and appropriate $20 fee by tomorrow (Tuesday, June 12).
- Thursday, June 14 is the last noon hour early dismissal of the year.
- Friday, June 15 (at 12:30) is the Grade 7 "audition" day for the MC Knoll Talent Show.
- If you are interested in ordering the MC Knoll School 2011-2012 Yearbook, form and $20 fee are due by June 15.

Homework:
LA - May/June Writing Folder (Wednesday, June 13)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Friday, June 15)
French - Definitions Assignment (Friday, June 15)
Health - Unit TEST (Friday, June 15)

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TB         - BF        - KL          - BW        - TW

Friday, June 8, 2012

Classroom News - June 8

Ask your son/daughter about the very unique "MC Knoll Mini-Mall".

Continue to carefully read the "Reminders" section of each blog entry as there are a lot of important dates this month.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Reminders:
- Students will be enjoying a Pow Wow Demonstration on Monday, June 11 at the YRHS.
- The "end of the year activities" we will be enjoying include swimming, golfing, Melville tour, and Camp Whitesand. Please return the attached Camp Whitesand form and appropriate $20 fee by Tuesday, June 12.
- Friday, June 15 (at 12:30) is the Grade 7 "audition" day for the MC Knoll Talent Show.
- If you are interested in ordering the MC Knoll School 2011-2012 Yearbook, form and $20 fee are due by June 15.

Homework:
LA - May/June Writing Folder (Wednesday, June 13)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Friday, June 15)

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TB           - BF         - TW            - MWin

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Classroom News - June 7

Ask your son/daughter about the AWESOME Science presentations today by students from the YRHS!

Tomorrow (Friday, June 8) is the MC Knoll "Mini-Mall". Bring any spare change you have to spend on the inventive items (prices range from $0.25 to $3.00).

In addition, the hot dog lunch will be tomorrow (Friday, June 8).

Reminders:
- A Grade 7 newletter was sent home yesterday about all of the "end of the year activities" we will be enjoying including swimming, golfing, Melville tour, and Camp Whitesand. Please return the attached Camp Whitesand form and appropriate $20 fee by Tuesday, June 12.
- Friday, June 15 (at 12:30) is the Grade 7 "audition" day for the MC Knoll Talent Show.
- If you are interested in ordering the MC Knoll School 2011-2012 Yearbook, form and $20 fee are due by June 15.

Homework:
Math - ALL Circle Graph Unit Worksheets (Friday, June 8)
Math - Circle Graph Unit Test (Friday, June 8)
LA - May/June Writing Folder (Wednesday, June 13)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Friday, June 15)

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TB            - BF            - TW           - MWin

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Classroom News - June 6

Great job to everyone who partipated in the annual "Walk and Roll" to school!

FUN is coming - as we will have some special visitors from the YRHS Science class coming to our building tomorrow (Thursday, June 7).

Reminders:
- Friday, June 8 will by the MC Knoll "Mini-Mall". Bring any spare change you have to spend on the inventive items (prices range from $0.25 to $3.00)
- The hot dog lunch will also be on Friday, June 8.
- A Grade 7 newletter was sent home yesterday about all of the "end of the year activities" we will be enjoying including swimming, golfing, Melville tour, and Camp Whitesand. Please return the attached Camp Whitesand form and appropriate $20 fee by Tuesday, June 12.
- Friday, June 15 (at 12:30) is the Grade 7 "audition" day for the MC Knoll Talent Show.
- If you are interested in ordering the MC Knoll School 2011-2012 Yearbook, form and $20 fee are due by June 15.

Homework:
Math - ALL Circle Graph Unit Worksheets (Friday, June 8)
Math - Circle Graph Unit Test (Friday, June 8)
LA - May/June Writing Folder (Wednesday, June 13)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Friday, June 15)

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TB          - MH         - BF         - TW         - MWin