Classroom News - Dec. 20

Have a wonderful Holiday Break!

We will see you back in 2014!

Homework
Math - Probability Board Game (Thursday, Jan. 9)

Reminders
- The "winter break" will run from Saturday, Dec. 21 until Sunday, Jan. 5. School, in the 2014 year, will resume Monday, Jan. 6.

Our WE ACT Club has chosen to participate in the Free the Children "Brick by Brick" program. We are asking students to donate any spare change they have to support this cause. Also, the WE ACT Club will be selling bracelets throughout the year for $2.00. Their goal is to raise $10 000 by the end of the year - which will build a school in Haiti.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- KS              - NR                  - JW

Classroom News - Dec. 19

Ask your son/daughter about the "Math Test"...for those who wrote it today.

Tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 20) is "Pajama Day".

Also tomorrow, students are encouraged to bring board games from home.

Homework
Math - Theory vs Exp. Probability Activity (OVERDUE)
Math - Probability TEST (if not finished) (Friday, Dec. 20)
LA - "Georgie Radbourn..." Questions and Biography (Friday, Dec. 20)
Math - Probability Board Game (Thursday, Jan. 9)

Reminders
- The "winter break" will run from Saturday, Dec. 21 until Sunday, Jan. 5.  School, in the 2014 year, will resume Monday, Jan. 6.

Our WE ACT Club has chosen to participate in the Free the Children "Brick by Brick" program. We are asking students to donate any spare change they have to support this cause. Also, the WE ACT Club will be selling bracelets throughout the year for $2.00. Their goal is to raise $10 000 by the end of the year - which will build a school in Haiti.

Classroom News - Dec. 18

Ask your son/daughter about the "Health Test".

Tomorrow (Thursday, Dec. 19) is "Dress as a Christmas Character Day".

Homework
Art - Google Doodle (OVERDUE)
Math - Theory vs Exp. Probability Activity (Thursday, Dec. 19)
Math - Probability TEST (Thursday, Dec. 19)
LA - "Georgie Radbourn..." Questions and Biography (Friday, Dec. 20)
Math - Probability Board Game (Thursday, Jan. 9)

Reminders
- Friday, Dec. 20 is "Pajama Day".
- Also, on Friday, Dec. 20, students are encouraged to bring board games from home.

Our WE ACT Club has chosen to participate in the Free the Children "Brick by Brick" program. We are asking students to donate any spare change they have to support this cause. Also, the WE ACT Club will be selling bracelets throughout the year for $2.00. Their goal is to raise $10 000 by the end of the year - which will build a school in Haiti.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR        - SD

Classroom News - Dec. 17

Please note the "reminders" section of the blog for a very busy "last few days before X-mas holidays".

If you are looking for something to do tonight, the MC Knoll Terrier Night is today. The price of admission is $10 for the entire family.

Homework
Math - 10.3 Worksheet (Wednesday, Dec. 18)
Health - Nutrition TEST (Wednesday, Dec. 18)
Art - Google Doodle (Wednesday, Dec. 18)
Math - Probability TEST (Thursday, Dec. 19)
LA - "Georgie Radbourn..." Questions and Biography (Friday, Dec. 20)
Math - Probability Board Game (Thursday, Jan. 9)

Reminders
- Candy grams will continue to be sold tomorrow (Wednesday, Dec. 18) for $0.25.
- Thursday, Dec. 19 is "Dress as a Christmas Character Day".
- Friday, Dec. 20 is "Pajama Day".
- Also, on Friday, Dec. 20, students are encouraged to bring board games from home.

Our WE ACT Club has chosen to participate in the Free the Children "Brick by Brick" program. We are asking students to donate any spare change they have to support this cause. Also, the WE ACT Club will be selling bracelets throughout the year for $2.00. Their goal is to raise $10 000 by the end of the year - which will build a school in Haiti.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- DF            - NR

Buddy Time - Xmas Activities

Classroom News - Dec. 16

Happy Monday!

Please note the "reminders" section of the blog for a very busy "last week before X-mas holidays".

Homework
Career G. - Career Posters (OVERDUE)
Health - Nutrition TEST (Wednesday, Dec. 18)
Art - Google Doodle (Wednesday, Dec. 18)
Math - Probability TEST (Thursday, Dec. 19)
Math - Probability Board Game (Thursday, Jan. 9)

Reminders
- Santa is coming tomorrow (Tuesday, Dec. 17). If you are interested, you can have your picture taken with him for $1.00.
- Tomorrow (Tuesday, Dec. 17) is also MC Knoll Terrier Night. The price of admission is $10 for the entire family.
- Candy grams are being sold tomorrow (Tuesday, Dec. 17) and Wednesday, Dec. 18 for $0.25.
- Thursday, Dec. 19 is "Dress as a Christmas Character Day".
- Friday, Dec. 20 is "Pajama Day".
- Also, on Friday, Dec. 20, students are encouraged to bring board games from home.

Our WE ACT Club has chosen to participate in the Free the Children "Brick by Brick" program. We are asking students to donate any spare change they have to support this cause. Also, the WE ACT Club will be selling bracelets throughout the year for $2.00. Their goal is to raise $10 000 by the end of the year - which will build a school in Haiti.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- DF        - HF         - KG             - NR

Classroom News - Dec. 13

Great job to everyone who was involved in the Christmas concert.  It was awesome!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Homework
Career G. - Career Posters (OVERDUE)
Math - 10.2 Probability (Monday, Dec. 16)
Health - Nutrition TEST (Wednesday, Dec. 18)
Art - Google Doodle (Wednesday, Dec. 18)
Math - Probability TEST (Thursday, Dec. 19)
Math - Probability Board Game (Thursday, Jan. 9)

Reminders
- Santa is coming on Tuesday, Dec. 17.  If you are interested, you can have your picture taken with him for $1.00.
- Candy grams are being sold on Tuesday, Dec. 17 and Wednesday, Dec. 18 for $0.25.
- Thursday, Dec. 19 is "Dress as a Christmas Character Day".
- Thursday, Dec. 19 is also MC Knoll Terrier Night.  The price of admission is $10 for the entire family.
- Friday, Dec. 20 is "Pajama Day".
- Also, on Friday, Dec. 20, students are encouraged to bring board games from home.

Our WE ACT Club has chosen to participate in the Free the Children "Brick by Brick" program. We are asking students to donate any spare change they have to support this cause. Also, the WE ACT Club will be selling bracelets throughout the year for $2.00. Their goal is to raise $10 000 by the end of the year - which will build a school in Haiti.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
-  KB           - DF         - HF            - KG           - MK         - NR

Classroom News - Dec. 12

Come on out and enjoy the MC Knoll Christmas Concert this evening.  The awesome performance starts at 7:00 pm.

Enjoy the early dismissal.

Homework
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)
Health - Nutrition TEST (Monday, Dec. 16)
Art - Google Doodle (Wednesday, Dec. 18)
Math - Probability Board Game (Thursday, Jan. 9)

Reminders
- Bring your $1's to enter into the "Gingerbread House Raffle".

Our WE ACT Club has chosen to participate in the Free the Children "Brick by Brick" program. We are asking students to donate any spare change they have to support this cause. Also, the WE ACT Club will be selling bracelets throughout the year for $2.00. Their goal is to raise $10 000 by the end of the year - which will build a school in Haiti.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- BG                       

Classroom News - Dec. 11

Our WE ACT Club has chosen to participate in the Free the Children "Brick by Brick" program.  We are asking students to donate any spare change they have to support this cause.  Also, the WE ACT Club will be selling bracelets throughout the year for $2.00.  Their goal is to raise $10 000 by the end of the year - which will build a school in Haiti.

Come on out and enjoy the MC Knoll Christmas Concert tomorrow (Thursday, Dec. 12). The awesome performances start at 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm.

Homework
Math - 10.1 Probability (Thursday, Dec. 12)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)
Health - Nutrition TEST (Monday, Dec. 16)
Art - Google Doodle (Wednesday, Dec. 18)
Math - Probability Board Game (Thursday, Jan. 9)

Reminders
- Tomorrow (Thursday, Dec. 12) is also the next 2:30 pm early dismissal.
- Bring your $1's to enter into the "Gingerbread House Raffle".

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- BG                       

Adventure Ed. - Darts

Classroom News - Dec. 10

Ask your son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed. - darts.

Students will need appropriate outdoor clothing for tomorrow's Phys. Ed. class.

Homework
Math - Probability Pre-Test and Lucky 7's (Wednesday, Dec. 11)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)
Health - Nutrition TEST (Monday, Dec. 16)

Reminders
- Come on out and enjoy the MC Knoll Christmas Concert on Thursday, Dec. 12 (1:00 pm and 7:00 pm).
- Thursday, Dec. 12 is also the next 2:30 pm early dismissal.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- HF            - BG          - JW

Classroom News - Dec. 9

Happy Monday!

Ask your son/daughter about today's Fraction Test in Math.

For those interested in joining the MC Knoll curling team, the only practice is today from 4:00 - 5:30 pm with the bonspiel scheduled for Friday, Dec. 13.

For tomorrow's Adventure Ed., students will be participating in "darts" at the Yorkton Legion.

Homework
LA - "The Birdman" Questions/Text Critic (OVERDUE)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)
Health - Nutrition TEST (Monday, Dec. 16)

Reminders
- Come on out and enjoy the MC Knoll Christmas Concert on Thursday, Dec. 12 (1:00 pm and 7:00 pm).
- Thursday, Dec. 12 is also the next 2:30 pm early dismissal.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- WD             - SD           - DF            - HF           -  BG
- KHa            - CJ             - TL           - NR           - JW

Classroom News - Dec. 6

Have a wonderful (cold!!!) weekend...

For those interested in joining the MC Knoll curling team, a newsletter was sent home today.  Practice is Monday, Dec. 9 with the bonspiel scheduled for Friday, Dec. 13.

Homework
Math - 2.10 Add/Subtract Mixed Numbers (OVERDUE)
Math - Fractions TEST (Monday, Dec. 9)
LA - "The Birdman" Questions/Text Critic (Monday, Dec. 9)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)
Health - Nutrition TEST (Monday, Dec. 16)

Reminders
- The "Good Taste Fundraiser" is now OVERDUE.
- Come on out and enjoy the MC Knoll Christmas Concert on Thursday, Dec. 12 (1:00 pm and 7:00 pm).
- Thursday, Dec. 12 is also the next 2:30 pm early dismissal.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- BG         - JW

Classroom News - Dec. 5

Homework
Math - 2.10 Add/Subtract Mixed Numbers (Friday, Dec. 6)
Health - Body Image Worksheet (4.5/4.6) (Friday, Dec. 6)
Math - Fractions TEST (Monday, Dec. 9)
LA - "The Birdman" Questions/Text Critic (Monday, Dec. 9)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the "Good Taste Fundraiser", please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- BG               - TL           - JW

Classroom News - Dec. 4

The December MCK newsletter was sent home today.

Homework
Math - Mixed Number Practice (Thursday, Dec. 5)
Music - Nutcracker TEST (Thursday, Dec. 5)
Health - Body Image Worksheet (4.5/4.6) (Friday, Dec. 6)
Math - Fractions TEST (Monday, Dec. 9)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the "Good Taste Fundraiser", please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TL           - JW

Classroom News - Dec. 3

Students will be enjoying PAA tomorrow (Wednesday, Dec. 4).

Homework
Math - 2.9 Adding/Subtracting Fractions (Wednesday, Dec. 4)
Social - Incas Worksheet (Wednesday, Dec. 4)
Music - Nutcracker TEST (Thursday, Dec. 5)
Health - Body Image Worksheet (4.5/4.6) (Friday, Dec. 6)
Math - Fractions TEST (Monday, Dec. 9)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the "Good Taste Fundraiser", please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TL         - JW

Classroom News - Billiards

Classroom News - Dec. 2

Snow, snow, snow!  Welcome to December...

Ask your son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed. - billiards.

Homework
LA - November Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
Art - Remembrance Sketch (OVERDUE)
LA - "Nightboat to Freedom" Q's and Activities (OVERDUE)
Math - Fractions Practice (Tuesday, Dec. 3)
Social - Incas Worksheet (Wednesday, Dec. 4)
Health - Body Image Worksheet (4.5/4.6) (Friday, Dec. 6)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the "Good Taste Fundraiser", please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- SD            - HF            - OG           - KHa        - KHo
- TL            - NR           - SR             - JW

Classroom News - Nov. 29

Sorry about the "no post" yesterday - as I was away from school.

Students will participating in billiards on Monday, Dec. 2.

Have an enjoyable weekend!

Homework
LA - November Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
Art - Remembrance Sketch (Monday, Dec. 2)
LA - "Nightboat to Freedom" Q's and Activities (Monday, Dec. 2)
Social - Incas Worksheet (Wednesday, Dec. 4)
Health - Body Image Worksheet (4.5/4.6) (Friday, Dec. 6)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the "Good Taste Fundraiser", please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TL          - NR            - KSP       - JW

Classroom News - Nov. 27

If you are interested in ordering some MC Knoll clothing, the clothing order form and fees are due by tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 28).

The following people need to return their report card envelopes:
- SA         - TL         - NR

Homework
Math - 2.1 Worksheet (Friday, Nov. 29)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)
Art - Remembrance Sketch (Monday, Dec. 2)
LA - "Nightboat to Freedom" Q's and Activities (Monday, Dec. 2)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)

Reminders
- There will be another MC Knoll bake sale on Friday, Nov. 29 ($0.50 each).
- The "Good Taste Fundraiser" forms were handed-out earlier this week. If interested in ordering, please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR

Classroom News - Nov. 26

The following people need to return their report card envelopes:
- SA        - TL             - NR

Homework
LA - "Nightboat to Freedom" Questions (Wednesday, Nov. 27)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering some wonderful MC Knoll clothing, the clothing order form and fees are due by Thursday, Nov. 28.
- There will be another MC Knoll bake sale on Friday, Nov. 29 ($0.50 each).
- The "Good Taste Fundraiser" forms were handed-out earlier this week. If interested in ordering, please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR

Classroom News - Nov. 25

A very happy "Grey Cup Champion" Monday!

The following people need to return their report card envelopes:
- SA           - TL          - NR

Homework
LA - "Nightboat to Freedom" Wheel Activity, During Q's, and After Discussion Q's (Tuesday, Nov. 26)
Math - Mixed Number/Improper Fractions (Tuesday, Nov. 26)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering some wonderful MC Knoll clothing, the clothing order form and fees are due by Thursday, Nov. 28.
- There will be another MC Knoll bake sale on Friday, Nov. 29 ($0.50 each).
- The "Good Taste Fundraiser" forms were handed-out earlier this week. If interested in ordering, please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TL            - NR

Adventure Ed. - Curling (part 2)

Classroom News - Nov. 22

Thanks to everyone who came out to the parent-teacher-student interviews.  I very much enjoyed the conversations and goal setting for term 2.

GO RIDERS GO!!!

The following people need to return their report card envelopes:
- SA            - TL              - NR

Homework
Math - Fractions Review (Monday, Nov. 25)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)
Career G. - Career Posters (Friday, Dec. 13)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering some wonderful MC Knoll clothing, the clothing order form and fees are due by Thursday, Nov. 28.
- The "Good Taste Fundraiser" forms were handed-out earlier this week. If interested in ordering, please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- SA       - DF          - CJ       - TL         - NR

Classroom News - Nov. 21

I look forward to the second set of conversations at the parent-teacher-student interviews tonight.

A school clothing order form was sent out today.  If interested in ordering some wonderful MC Knoll clothing, form and fees are due by Thursday, Nov. 28.

Tomorrow is Rider "Grey Cup" Green Day.

Also, students will have another opportunity to refine their curling skills during tomorrow's Adventure Ed. class.

Please return the report card envelopes ASAP.

Homework
Art - Halloween Sketch (OVERDUE)
Math - Meaning of Fractions (Friday, Nov. 22)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- The "Good Taste Fundraiser" forms were handed-out earlier this week. If interested in ordering, please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

Imagine No Bullying

Classroom News - Nov. 20

I look forward to the conversations at the parent-teacher-student interviews tonight and tomorrow.

Ask your son/daughter about the "Imagine NO Bullying" presentation and classroom visit.  Also, if you are wanting to take in the AWESOME performance for yourself, a 2nd set is scheduled for tonight at 7:00 p.m. at MC Knoll ($10 admission).

It's that time of the year again - the "Good Taste Fundraiser" forms were handed-out.  If interested in ordering, please return the form and fees by Friday, Dec. 6.

Please return the report card envelopes ASAP.

Homework
Art - Halloween Sketch (OVERDUE)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- The annual MC Knoll Book Fair will continue until tomorrow (Thursday, November 21). Bring your money!!!

Classroom News - Nov. 19

Parent-teacher-student interviews are scheduled for tomorrow (Wednesday, November 20) and Thursday, November 21. If you are unsure of your designated time or need to reschedule, please let me or the school know ASAP. Your son/daughter is expected to be involved in the interviews.

MC Knoll School is proud to announce the "Imagine NO Bullying" campaign is coming to our building tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 20).

We have now started working through "fractions" in Math class - particularly adding and subtracting fractions.

Please return the report card envelopes ASAP.

Homework
Art - Halloween Sketch (Wednesday, Nov. 20)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- The annual MC Knoll Book Fair will continue until Thursday, November 21. Bring your money!!!

Classroom News - Nov. 18

Happy Monday!

Parent-teacher-student interviews are scheduled for Wednesday, November 20 and Thursday, November 21.  If you are unsure of your designated time or need to reschedule, please let me or the school know ASAP.  Your son/daughter is expected to be involved in the interviews.

Ask your son/daughter about today's "Percent" Math Test.

Please return the report card envelopes ASAP.

Homework
Science - Biotic/Abiotic Quiz (Tuesday, Nov. 19)
Art - Halloween Sketch (Wednesday, Nov. 20)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- The annual MC Knoll Book Fair will be held tomorrow (Tuesday, Nov. 19) until Thursday, November 21. Bring your money!!!
- MC Knoll School is proud to announce the "Imagine NO Bullying" campaign is coming to our building on Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Classroom News - Nov. 15

Term 1 report cards were handed-out today.  Be sure to have the conversation about successes and areas of improvement... 

GO RIDERS GO!

Have a great weekend!

Homework
Career Guidance - "Day in the Life" and Blogging (OVERDUE)
Math - 4.6 Real Life Percents (Monday, Nov. 18)
Math - Percents Unit TEST (Monday, Nov. 18)
Science - Biotic/Abiotic Quiz (Tuesday, Nov. 19)
Art - Halloween Sketch (Wednesday, Nov. 20)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- The annual MC Knoll Book Fair will be held next Tuesday, Nov. 19 until Thursday, November 21.  Bring your money!!!
- Parent-teacher-student interviews are scheduled for Wednesday, November 20 and Thursday, November 21.

Adventure Ed. - Archery

Classroom News - Nov. 14

Ask your son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed.

Tomorrow is "Saskatchewan Roughrider Day"!!!

Homework
Career Guidance - "Day in the Life" and Blogging (Friday, Nov. 15)
Math - Percents Unit TEST (Monday, Nov. 18)
Art - Halloween Sketch (Wednesday, Nov. 20)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- Report cards will be handed-out tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 15).
- If interested in ordering from the November Scholastic Book Order, please return the form and fee by tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 15).
- Parent-teacher-student interviews are scheduled for Wednesday, November 20 and Thursday, November 21.

Speech Workshop - Heather McNab

Classroom News - Nov. 13

Ask your son/daughter about the wonderful "speech workshop" students participated in today.

Homework
Math - 4.5 Calculating % (Thursday, Nov. 14)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- We have now officially reached the end of term 1. Report cards will be handed-out on Friday, Nov. 15.
- If interested in ordering from the November Scholastic Book Order, please return the form and fee by Friday, Nov. 15.
- Parent-teacher-student interviews are scheduled for Wednesday, November 20 and Thursday, November 21.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
-TL

Classroom News - Nov. 12

I hope the long-weekend was relaxing and enjoyable.

We have now officially reached the end of term 1.  Report cards will be handed-out on Friday, Nov. 15.

A newsletter was sent home today with information about parent-teacher-student interviews scheduled for Wednesday, November 20 and Thursday, November 21.

Homework
LA - Sandwich Book Report (OVERDUE)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (OVERDUE)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the November Scholastic Book Order, please return the form and fee by Friday, Nov. 15.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- WD            -TL          - NR

Classroom News - Nov. 7

Have an enjoyable long weekend - as there will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, Nov. 8 (school in-service) and Monday, Nov. 11 (Remembrance Day).  

As the end of term 1 is quickly approaching, all OVERDUE homework must be handed-in by Tuesday, Nov. 12. Otherwise, students may earn a mark of 0%!

Homework
LA - Sandwich Book Report (OVERDUE)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (OVERDUE)
Math - % Math Problem (Tuesday, Nov. 12)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- If interested in ordering from the November Scholastic Book Order, please return the form and fee by Friday, Nov. 15.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- AB         - WD         - DF    
-TL           - NR         - KSP                            

Classroom News - Nov. 6

Thanks to everyone who brought items for the bake sale.  It was very YUMMY!

For those students who ordered school photos, the pictures were sent home today.

As the end of term 1 is quickly approaching, all OVERDUE homework must be handed-in by Tuesday, Nov. 12. Otherwise, students may earn a mark of 0%!

Homework
LA - Sandwich Book Report (OVERDUE)
Math - 4.4 Worksheet (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- Tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 7) at 9:30 a.m. will be the MC Knoll/St.Mike's Remembrance Day service. Students are encouraged to dress up and bring donations.
- There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, Nov. 8 (school in-service) and Monday, Nov. 11 (Remembrance Day).
- If interested in ordering from the November Scholastic Book Order, please return the form and fee by Friday, Nov. 15.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR                                        

Classroom News - Nov. 5

Grade 7 students are responsible for tomorrow's (Wednesday, Nov. 6) MC Knoll bake sale. Please individually wrap your baking. Items will be sold for $0.50

As the end of term 1 is quickly approaching, all OVERDUE homework must be handed-in by Tuesday, Nov. 12. Otherwise, students may earn a mark of 0%!

Homework
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)
LA - November Writing Folder (Friday, Nov. 29)

Reminders
- Thursday, Nov. 7 at 10:00 a.m. will be the MC Knoll/St.Mike's Remembrance Day service. Students are encouraged to dress up and bring donations.
- There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, Nov. 8 (school in-service) and Monday, Nov. 11 (Remembrance Day).
- If interested in ordering from the November Scholastic Book Order, please return the form and fee by Friday, Nov. 15.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR           - JW

Adventure Ed. - Curling

Classroom News - Nov. 4.

Sorry for the many "no posts" last week.  As I am sure you heard, my wife and I our now proud parents of a wonderful baby boy!

In talking to the students, the Halloween parade, Halloween dance, Harvest Showdown and overall school days all went well.  I was sorry to have missed all of the fun...

Ask your son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed. - Curling.

As the end of term 1 is quickly approaching, all OVERDUE homework must be handed-in by Tuesday, Nov. 12.  Otherwise, students may earn a mark of 0%!

Homework
Math - 4.2 Food Labels (Tuesday, Nov. 5)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- Grade 7 students are responsible for this month's MC Knoll Bake Sale.  Please individual wrap your baking for Wednesday, Nov. 6.  Items will be sold for $0.50
- Thursday, Nov. 7 at 10:00 a.m. will be the MC Knoll/St.Mike's Remembrance Day service.  Students are encouraged to dress up and bring donations.
- There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, Nov. 8 (school in-service) and Monday, Nov. 11 (Remembrance Day). 
- If interested in ordering from the November Scholastic Book Order, please return the form and fee by Friday, Nov. 15.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR                  - JW   

Classroom News - Oct. 29

There will be an MC Knoll Halloween Dance tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 30) from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. for grades 7 and 8 only. Dress up...and bring your dancing shoes.

 PS...I heard the DJ is AWESOME!

Homework
Math - 4.1 Worksheet (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
Science - Basic Needs Drawing (Wednesday, Oct, 30)
Music - CD Cover (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
Music - Fantasia TEST (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- The annual MC Knoll Halloween Parade is on Thursday, Oct. 31. Bring your scary/wacky outfits for around a 1:00 p.m. start.
- We will also be having a Halloween classroom celebration on Thursday, Oct. 31. We will be watching a movie. Bring some "healthy" snacks and a drink to enjoy.
- Students will be participating in the Yorkton Harvest Showdown on Friday, Nov. 1. Students will need appropriate outdoor clothing and a bagged lunch (please no $$$) as we will be at the Gallagher Center from around 9:30 - 3:00 p.m.
- If interested in ordering from the November Scholastic Book Order, please return the form and fee by Friday, Nov. 15.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR               - JW   

Classroom News - Oct. 28

Happy Monday!

Please carefully read through the "reminders section" of this post as there are some very important events happening this week.

A classroom photo was sent home today.  We look great!

I also handed-out another set of Scholastic book orders.  If interested in ordering, please return the form and fee by Friday, Nov. 15.

Homework
Health - Week 1 Goal Journals (OVERDUE)
Math - Decimals/Fractions/Percents (Tuesday, Oct. 29)
Science -  Basic Needs Drawing (Wednesday, Oct, 30)
Music - CD Cover (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
Music - Fantasia TEST (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- There will be an MC Knoll Halloween Dance on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. for grades 7 and 8 only.  Dress up...and bring your dancing shoes.  PS - I heard the DJ is AWESOME!
- The annual MC Knoll Halloween Parade is on Thursday, Oct. 31. Bring your scary/wacky outfits for around a 1:00 p.m. start.
- We will also be having a Halloween classroom celebration on Thursday, Oct. 31.  We will be watching a movie.  Bring some "healthy" snacks and a drink to enjoy. 
- Students will be participating in the Yorkton Harvest Showdown on Friday, Nov. 1.  Students will need to pack a lunch as we will be at the Gallagher Center from around 9:30 - 3:00 p.m.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR              - JW   

Adventure Ed. - Orienteering

Classroom News - Oct. 25

Have a wonderful weekend!

Ask you son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed. activity - Orienteering.

Homework
Health - Week 1 Goal Journals (OVERDUE)
Math - Simplifying Fractions Q's (Monday, Oct. 25)
Music - Fantasia TEST (Wednesday, Oct. 30)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- Picture retakes are scheduled for Monday, Oct. 28 (for those people who want them).
- The annual MC Knoll Halloween Parade is on Thursday, Oct. 31. Bring your scary/wacky outfits for around a 1:00 pm start.
- Students will be participating in the Yorkton Harvest Showdown on Friday, Nov. 1. YAHOO!

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- CJ           - JW 

Classroom News - Oct. 24

Thanks to everyone who came out to the MC Knoll Open House.  I very much enjoyed the conversations...hope you did too!

Our grade 7 students were initially responsible for this week's MC Knoll Bake Sale. However, it has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 6 instead.

Students will need to have appropriate outdoor clothing for tomorrow's (Friday, Oct. 25) Adventure Ed. class.

Homework
LA - "Underground Adventures" Q's and Summary (OVERDUE)
Math - Simplifying Fractions Q's (Friday, Oct. 25)
Health - Week 1 Goal Journals (Friday, Oct. 25)
Phys. Ed. - Safety Term 1 Assignment (Friday, Oct. 25)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- Picture retakes are scheduled for Monday, Oct. 28 (for those people who want them).
- The annual MC Knoll Halloween Parade is on Thursday, Oct. 31. Bring your scary/wacky outfits for around a 1:00 pm start.
- Students will be participating in the Yorkton Harvest Showdown on Friday, Nov. 1. YAHOO!

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- WD           - DF           - CJ            - JW 

Classroom News - Oct. 23

We will see everyone tonight at the MC Knoll "Open House" from 5:30-7:00 pm. Come on out and enjoy some good food and good company!

Also, our grade 7 students were initially responsible for this week's MC Knoll Bake Sale.  However, it has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 6 instead.

Ask your son/daughter about the presentation from David Bouchard.

Homework
LA - "Underground Adventures" Q's and Summary (Thursday, Oct. 24)
Math - 3.9/3.10 Fractions and Decimals Conversion (Thursday, Oct. 24)
Health - Week 1 Goal Journals (Friday, Oct. 25)
Phys. Ed. - Safety Term 1 Assignment (Friday, Oct. 25)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- Picture retakes are scheduled for Monday, Oct. 28 (for those people who want them).
- The annual MC Knoll Halloween Parade is on Thursday, Oct. 31.  Bring your scary/wacky outfits for around a 1:00 pm start.
- Students will be participating in the Yorkton Harvest Showdown on Friday, Nov. 1.  YAHOO!

Classroom News - Oct. 22

Homework
Math - Sign and Return Decimal Quiz (OVERDUE)
LA - Reread "Underground Adventures" (Wednesday, Oct. 23)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- There will be an MC Knoll "Open House" tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 23) from 5:30-7:00 pm. Come on out and enjoy some good food and good company!

Classroom News - Oct. 21

Happy Monday!

Sorry about the "no post" on Friday...(I was a little "under the weather").

A reminder newsletter was sent home today about the MC Knoll Open House.

Homework
Math - Sign and Return Decimal Quiz (OVERDUE)
Science - News Booklet (Tuesday, Oct. 22)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- There will be an MC Knoll "Open House" on Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 5:30-7:00 pm. Come on out and enjoy some good food and good company!

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- WD          - DF        - NR 

Classroom News - Oct. 17

Study, study, study - the Decimals Unit Math Test is tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 17).

Ask your son/daughter about the conversation we had regarding prejudice, racism and stereotyping.  It was a VERY heated discussion...but a VERY good learning opportunity.

Homework
Math - Sign and Return Decimal Quiz (OVERDUE)
Math - Decimals Unit TEST (Friday, Oct. 18)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- There will be an MC Knoll "Open House" on Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 5:30-7:00 pm.  Come on out and enjoy some good food and good company!

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- DF            - NR 

Classroom News - Oct. 16

Ask your son/daughter about the Social Studies Map Test.

Thank you to everyone who donated to the "FCC Drive Away Hunger" program to help those in need.

Students were introduced to an upcoming ELA book report project.  Students must choose an appropriate fiction novel to read in order to create their book report.

Homework
Math - Sign and Return Decimal Quiz (OVERDUE)
Math - Order of Operations (Thursday, Oct. 17)
Math - Decimals Unit TEST (Friday, Oct. 18)
LA - Sandwich Book Report (Wednesday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (Thursday, Nov. 7)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- If you are interested in ordering some beautiful school photos of your son/daughter, please return the necessary form and payment by tomorrow (Thursday, Oct. 17).

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- DF        - OG             - NR 

Classroom News - Oct. 15

I hope everyone ate a lot of turkey and stuffing this Thanksgiving long-weekend.

Homework
Math - Sign and Return Decimal Quiz (OVERDUE)
LA - "Gearing Up for the Cold" Q's and Activities (OVERDUE)
Math - Order of Operations Review (Wednesday, Oct. 16)
Social - Map TEST (Wednesday, Oct. 16)
Math - Decimals Unit TEST (Friday, Oct. 18)
Health - SMART Goal (Tuesday, Nov. 12)

Reminders
- Our wonderful school community is collecting any non-perishable food items for the annual "FCC Drive Away Hunger". Please make your food donations by tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 16) to help those in need.
- If you are interested in ordering some beautiful school photos of your son/daughter, please return the necessary form and payment by Thursday, Oct. 17.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- DF                - OG              NR 

Buddy Time - Turkey, Turkey, Turkey!

Classroom News - Oct. 11

A Decimals Math Quiz was sent home today.  Please sign and return it by Tuesday, Oct. 15.

Also, students are encouraged to go on the "Decimal Games" link on the right-side of the blog as they continue to work through the Decimals Unit.

Ask your son/daugther about "turkey" buddy time.

Enjoy the Thanksgiving long-weekend - as there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, Oct. 14.

Homework
LA - "Gearing Up for the Cold" Q's and Activities (Tuesday, Oct. 15)
Social - Map TEST (Wednesday, Oct. 16)
Math - Decimals Unit TEST (Friday, Oct. 18)

Reminders
- Our wonderful school community is collecting any non-perishable food items for the annual "FCC Drive Away Hunger". Please make your food donations by Wednesday, Oct. 16 to help those in need.
- If you are interested in ordering some beautiful school photos of your son/daughter, please return the necessary form and payment by Thursday, Oct. 17.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR 

Classroom News - Oct. 10

Enjoy the early dismissal...

Homework
Math - 3.6/3.7 Division Worksheet (Friday, Oct. 11)
Health - Food Journal (1-Day) (Friday, Oct. 11)
LA - "Gearing Up for the Cold" Q's and Activities (Tuesday, Oct. 15)
Social - Map TEST (Wednesday, Oct. 16)
Math - Decimals Unit TEST (Friday, Oct. 18)

Reminders
- Our wonderful school community is collecting any non-perishable food items for the annual "FCC Drive Away Hunger". Please make your food donations by Wednesday, Oct. 16 to help those in need.
- If you are interested in ordering some beautiful school photos of your son/daughter, please return the necessary form and payment by Thursday, Oct. 17.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TL             - NR 

Classroom News - Oct. 9

Tomorrow (Thursday, Oct. 10) is the next 2:30 pm early dismissal.

Homework
LA - Reread "Gearing Up for the Cold" (Thursday, Oct. 10)
Health - Food Journal (1-Day) (Friday, Oct. 11)
Social - Map Test (Wednesday, Oct. 16)
Math - Decimals Unit TEST (Friday, Oct. 18)

Reminders
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by tomorrow (Thursday, Oct. 10).
- Tomorrow (Thursday, Oct. 10) is also "litterless lunch" day. Try and bring a school lunch and snacks that do not produce any unnatural form of garbage.
- Our wonderful school community is collecting any non-perishable food items for the annual "FCC Drive Away Hunger". Please make your food donations by Wednesday, Oct. 16 to help those in need.
- If you are interested in ordering some beautiful school photos of your son/daughter, please return the necessary form and payment by Thursday, Oct. 17.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- TL            - NR 

Adventure Ed. - Nature Trail

Classroom News - Oct. 8

Ask your son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed.

Also, it is that time of the year again where our wonderful school community looks to collect any non-perishable food items for the annual "FCC Drive Away Hunger".  Please make your food donations by Wednesday, Oct. 16 to help those in need.

Homework
Science - 7th Generation Skits (Wednesday, Oct. 9)
Health - Food Journal (1-Day) (Friday, Oct. 11)
Social - Map Test (Wednesday, Oct. 16)
Math - Decimals Unit TEST (Friday, Oct. 18)

Reminders
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.
- Thursday, Oct. 10 is the next 2:30 pm early dismissal.
- Thursday, Oct. 10 is also "litterless lunch" day.  Try and bring a school lunch and snacks that do not produce any unnatural form of garbage.
- If you are interested in ordering some beautiful school photos of your son/daughter, please return the necessary form and payment by Thursday, Oct. 17.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- BG            - CJ          - TL              - NR                 

Classroom News - Oct. 7

Happy Monday!

School picture order forms were sent home today.  If you are interested in ordering some beautiful photos of your son/daughter, please return the necessary form and payment by Thursday, Oct. 17.

Homework
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
Math - Multiplication of Decimals (OVERDUE)
LA - Superhumans Questions/Activities (OVERDUE)
Art - Art Folder (OVERDUE)
Science - 7th Generation Skits (Wednesday, Oct. 9)
Health - Food Journal (1-Day) (Friday, Oct. 11)
Social - Map Test (Wednesday, Oct. 16)

Reminders
- Students will need a bike and helmet for tomorrow's (Tuesday, Oct. 8) Adventure Ed. class.
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.
- Thursday, Oct. 10 is the next 2:30 pm early dismissal.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- BG            - CJ               - TL
- NR             - SR             - JW                   

Classroom News - Oct. 4

If you are looking for something to do this evening, there is the annual YRHS "Friday Night Lights" football game.

Enjoy the weekend!

Homework
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (OVERDUE)
Math - 3.3/3.4 Multiplication (Monday, Oct. 7)
LA - Superhumans Questions/Activities (Monday, Oct. 7)
Art - Art Folder (Monday, Oct. 7)
Science - 7th Generation Skits (Wednesday, Oct. 9)
Health - Food Journal (1-Day) (Friday, Oct. 11)

Reminders
- Students will need a bike and helmet for the upcoming Adventure Ed. class on Tuesday, Oct. 8.
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- KHo             - CJ            - TL           - NR           - JW                   

Classroom News - Oct. 3

Three items were sent home today:
- MC Knoll newsletter for October
- City of Yorkton "October - Upcoming Events" newsletter
- Free tickets to tomorrow nights YRHS "Friday Night Lights" football game!

Homework
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)
Art - Art Folder (Monday, Oct. 7)
Science - 7th Generation Skits (Wednesday, Oct. 9)

Reminders
- There is an MC Knoll bake sale tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 4).  Items are $0.50 each.
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR                          

Classroom News - Oct. 2

Our grade 7 students were asked to "clean-up our playground" today.  Great job!

Homework
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)
Art - Art Folder (Monday, Oct. 7)

Reminders
- There is an MC Knoll bake sale on Friday, Oct. 4 ($0.50/item)
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR             - KSP

Classroom News - Oct. 1

We have been working through a "Decimal Operations Unit" in Math, as well as an "Extremes of Nature Unit" in ELA.  Ask your son/daughter about them.

Also, we enjoyed a wonderful storytelling presentation by Jamie Oliviero today.

Homework
LA - Writing Folder Design (OVERDUE)
Science - Surtsey Poster (OVERDUE)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)
Art - Art Folder (Monday, Oct. 7)

Reminders
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.

* The following people have OVERDUE homework:
- NR               - KSP

Adventure Ed. - Corn Maze

Classroom News - Sept. 30

Happy Monday!

Goodbye September...Hello October.

Ask your son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed. - the crazy and confusing Corn Maze by Canora.

Homework
LA - Writing Folder Design (OVERDUE)
Music - Rhapsody in Blue Drawing (Tuesday, Oct. 1)
Science - Surtsey Poster (Tuesday, Oct. 1)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)
Art - Art Folder (Monday, Oct. 7)

Reminders
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.

Classroom News - Sept. 27

A newsletter was sent home regarding the MC Knoll bake sale.

Enjoy the weekend!

Homework
LA - Writing Folder Design (OVERDUE)
Math - Rounding Decimals (Monday, Sept. 30)
Music - Rhapsody in Blue Drawing (Tuesday, Oct. 1)
Science - Surtsey Poster (Tuesday, Oct. 1)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)
Art - Art Folder (Monday, Oct. 7)

Reminders
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.

Classroom News - Sept. 26

Rain, rain, go away...

Homework
LA - "Living Life to the Extreme" Questions/Activities (Friday, Sept. 27)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 27)
Music - Rhapsody in Blue Drawing (Tuesday, Oct. 1)
Science - Surtsey Poster (Tuesday, Oct. 1)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)
Art - Art Folder (Monday, Oct. 7)

Reminders
- The Saltcoats Cross-Country race is scheduled for tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 27).
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.

Classroom News - Sept. 25

Smiles were on display today.  HURRAY for picture day!

Stay tuned for our class picture to appear on the bottom of this blog...

Homework
Math - Decimals Review Quiz (OVERDUE)
LA - "Living Life to the Extreme" Questions (Thursday, Sept. 26)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 27)
Music - Rhapsody in Blue Drawing (Tuesday, Oct. 1)
Science - Surtsey Poster (Tuesday, Oct. 1)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Terry Fox pledge forms are OVERDUE. 
- The Saltcoats Cross-Country race is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 27.
- If you are interested in ordering from the September/October Scholastic Book orders, the appropriate form and fees are due by Thursday, Oct. 10.

Classroom News - Sept. 24

Bring your smile (and the "Picture Pose Form") for tomorrow as it is school picture day.  YAHOO!

Also, a small information slip was sent home today in regards to a "CTV Hometown Tour".  If you are interested in attending, please return the form by tomorrow (Wednesday, Sept. 25)

Lastly, a pile of Scholastic book orders were also sent out today.  If you are interested in ordering from any of the catalogues, please return the appropriate form and money by Thursday, Oct. 10.

Homework
Math - Decimals Review Quiz (Wednesday, Sept. 25)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 27)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Terry Fox pledge forms are due tomorrow (Wednesday, Sept. 25). As an added incentive, if our MC Knoll school raises $450, some of the MC Knoll staff will dye their hair.
- The Saltcoats Cross-Country race is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 27.

Classroom News - Sept. 23

Happy Monday!

Homework
LA - Extreme Survival Stories Q's and Comic (OVERDUE)
Math - Garden Problem (Scaffolding W/S) (Tuesday, Sept. 24)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 27)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Please return the "Picture Pose Form" by Wednesday, Sept. 25 - the day of school pictures for 7M.
- Terry Fox pledge forms are due by Wednesday, Sept. 25.  As an added incentive, if our MC Knoll school raises $450, some of the MC Knoll staff will dye their hair.
- The Saltcoats Cross-Country race is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 27.

Adventure Ed. - Biking and Frisbee Golf

Classroom News - Sept. 20

Ask your son/daughter about Adventure Ed.

A Terry Fox pledge form was sent home today.  Please return the form and any donations by Wednesday, Sept. 25.  As an added incentive, if our MC Knoll school raises $450, some of the MC Knoll staff will dye their hair.

Have an enjoyable weekend!

Homework
LA - Extreme Survival Stories Q's and Comic (Monday, Sept. 23)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 27)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Please return the "Picture Pose Form" by Wednesday, Sept. 25 - the day of school pictures for 7M.

Classroom News - Sept. 19

Students will need a bike and helmet for tomorrow's (Friday, Sept. 20) Adventure Ed. class.  Also, please dress for the potentially "cold" weather we may have.

Homework
Math - Number Relationships TEST (Friday, Sept. 20)
Career G. - Career Survey Graph (Friday, Sept. 20)
LA - Extreme Survival Stories Q's and Comic (Monday, Sept. 23)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 27)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Please return the "Picture Pose Form" by Wednesday, Sept. 25 - the day of school pictures for 7M.

Classroom News - Sept. 18

Ensure that your son/daughter has two pairs of shoes at school (one for indoor use and one for outdoor use). 

Homework
Social - Population and Desert (Thursday, Sept. 19)
Math - Number Relationships TEST (Friday, Sept. 20)
Career G. - Career Survey Graph (Friday, Sept. 20)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 27)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Students will need a bike and helmet for next Adventure Ed. class on Friday, Sept. 20.
- Please return the "Picture Pose Form" by Wednesday, Sept. 25 - the day of school pictures for 7M.

Classroom News - Sept. 17

Encourage your son/daughter to sign-up to the many different activities offered in our building - including volleyball and choir.  Sign-up sheets were available today.

Homework
Math - 1.6 Worksheet (Multiples) (Wednesday, Sept. 18)
Social - Population and Desert (Thursday, Sept. 19)
Math - Number Relationships TEST (Friday, Sept. 20)
Career G. - Career Survey Graph (Friday, Sept. 20)
LA - Writing Folder Design (Friday, Sept. 27)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Students will need a bike and helmet for next Adventure Ed. class on Friday, Sept. 20.
- Please return the "Picture Pose Form" by Wednesday, Sept. 25 - the day of school pictures for 7M.

Classroom News - Sept. 16

Happy Monday!

A few handouts were sent home today including:
- School Community Council Sign-up
- Picture Day Information and Pose Form

Homework
Math - 1.5 Worksheet (Div. by 0) (Tuesday, Sept. 17)
Social - Population and Desert (Thursday, Sept. 19)
Math - Number Relationships TEST (Friday, Sept. 20)
Career G. - Career Survey Graph (Friday, Sept. 20)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Students will need a bike and helmet for next Adventure Ed. class on Friday, Sept. 20.

Classroom News - Sept. 13

I sure am glad "Friday the 13th" went well...

Enjoy the weekend!

Homework
Science - Scientist Poster (OVERDUE)
Social - Map #2 and #4 (Monday, Sept. 16)
Career G. - Career Survey Graph (Friday, Sept. 20)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- For those that are involved, there is the annual Deer Park Cross-Country event on Monday, Sept. 16.

Classroom News - Sept. 12

The City of Yorkton September Newsletter was sent home today.

Enjoy the early dismissal.

Homework
Math - Math 1.4 (Divisibility by 4 and 8) (Friday, Sept. 13)
Music - Abstract Drawing (Friday, Sept. 13)
Science - Scientist Poster (Friday, Sept. 13)
Social - Map #2 and #4 (Monday, Sept. 16)
Career G. - Career Survey Graph (Friday, Sept. 20)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- The "Noon Hour Permission" form is OVERDUE.

Classroom News - Sept. 11

Students went to the library for the first time this year.  Don't forget to read, read, read!

Tomorrow (Sept. 12) is the first 2:30 p.m. early dismissal of the year.

Homework
Math - Class Question (Thursday, Sept. 12)
Music - Abstract Drawing (Friday, Sept. 13)
Science - Scientist Poster (Friday, Sept. 13)
Social - Map #2 and #4 (Monday, Sept. 16)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- The "Noon Hour Permission" form is OVERDUE.

Classroom News - Sept. 10

We have now made it through our first 6-day cycle of class subjects.  I have made one change to the schedule - switching a Day 2 ELA with a Day 6 Art.  Refer to the updated schedule at the bottom of the blog.

Homework
Social - Map and Questions #1 (Wednesday, Sept. 11)
Music - Abstract Drawing (Friday, Sept. 13)
Science - Scientist Poster (Friday, Sept. 13)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Please return the "Noon Hour Permission" form by tomorrow (Wednesday, Sept. 11).
- Thursday, Sept. 12 is the first 2:30 p.m. early dismissal of the year.

Classroom News - Sept. 9

Happy Monday!

The September MC Knoll School Newsletter was sent home today.

Homework
Math - 1.2 Worksheet (Div. Rules 3 and 9) (Tuesday, Sept. 10)
Social - Map and Questions #1 (Wednesday, Sept. 11)
Music - Abstract Drawing (Friday, Sept. 13)
Science - Scientist Poster (Friday, Sept. 13)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- Please return the "Noon Hour Permission" form by Wednesday, Sept. 11.
- Please return the "Safety Patrol Permission" form by Wednesday, Sept. 11 (if applicable).
- Thursday, Sept. 12 is the first 2:30 p.m. early dismissal of the year.

Classroom News - Sept. 6

Although we are only a few days into the school year, we are very close to being back in "full swing".

A "Free my Muse" pamphlet was sent home today.

Enjoy the weekend!

Homework
LA - Magazines for Writing Folder (ASAP)
Math - 1.1 Worksheet (Div. Rules 2, 5, 10) (Monday, Sept. 9)
Social - Map and Questions #1 (Wednesday, Sept. 11)
Science - Scientist Poster (Friday, Sept. 13)
LA - Sept. Writing Folder (Friday, Oct. 4)

Reminders
- The Adventure Ed. form and $25 fee is now OVERDUE.
- Please return the "Noon Hour Permission" form by Wednesday, Sept. 11.
- Please return the "Safety Patrol Permission" form by Wednesday, Sept. 11 (if applicable).

Classroom News - Sept. 5

Another load of handouts (and a school magnet) were handed out today including:
     - Noon hour permission form (please return ASAP)
     - IAP kids insurance form
     - Fair notice letter

Homework
Math - Intro to Numbers Worksheet (Friday, Sept. 6)
Science - Scientist Poster (Friday, Sept. 13)
LA - Magazines from home (ASAP)

Reminders
* Please sign and return the following forms by Friday, Sept, 6:
       - Classroom Guidelines and Expectations sheet (yellow)
       - Classroom Blog sheet (purple)
       - Adventure Ed. form and $25 fee(white)
       - School t-shirt order form and $10 fee (optional)

Adventure Ed. - Bocce, Ladder Ball and Croquet

Classroom News - Sept. 4

Ask your son/daughter about their entry skills math test and their first ever Adventure Ed class.

Reminders
* Read through the MC Knoll Student Handbook with your son/daughter (found on the bottom of the blog).
* Please sign and return the following forms by Friday, Sept, 6:
- Classroom Guidelines and Expectations sheet (yellow)
- Classroom Blog sheet (purple)
- Adventure Ed. form and $25 fee(white)
- School t-shirt order form and $10 fee (optional)

Classroom News - Sept. 3

Welcome Back!

WOW! It is hard to believe the summer has already come and gone. I hope everyone had an 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 2013-2014 MC Knoll school year.

Reminders
* Read through the MC Knoll Student Handbook with your son/daughter (found on the bottom of the blog).
* Please sign and return the following forms by Friday, Sept, 6:
        - Classroom Guidelines and Expectations sheet (yellow)
        - Classroom Blog sheet (purple)
        - Adventure Ed. form and $25 fee(white)
        - School t-shirt order form and $10 fee (optional)

Classroom News - June 26

Wow!  What a wonderful year.  Thanks to everyone who made this year one to remember.

Have a safe and happy summer.

We will see you back in the 2013-2014 school year...

YAHOO!

Reminders
- Students will be able to pick-up their grade 7 report cards on Friday, June 28.  See you then.

Camp Whitesand

Classroom News - June 25

Ask your son/daughter about Camp Whitesand.  It was a little wet...but we made the most of it!

The last day of school is tomorrow (Wednesday, June 26). Yahoo!

1 days of school remaining!

Homework
ALL assigments/projects are now OVERDUE

Reminders
- Students will be able to pick-up their grade 7 report cards on Friday, June 28.

Classroom News - June 24

Happy "last week of school"!

Ask your son/daughter about their Math Final.

For Camp Whitesand tomorrow (Tuesday, June 25), 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'. We are planning to leave at 8:45 a.m. and return around 3:30 p.m.

2 days of school remaining!

Homework
ALL assigments/projects are now OVERDUE

Reminders
- Last day of school is Wednesday, June 26. Yahoo!
- Students will be able to pick-up their grade 7 report cards on Friday, June 28.

Classroom News - June 21

Sorry for the "no-post" yesterday as I was camping with the grade 8 students.

Ask your son/daughter about the ELA Final Exam.

Have a wonderful

3 days of school remaining!

Homework

ALL assigments/projects are now OVERDUE

Math - FINAL EXAM (Monday, June 24)

Reminders
- For Camp Whitesand on Tuesday, June 25, 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'.  We are planning to leave at 8:45 a.m. and return around 3:30 p.m.

Adventure Ed. - Golfing at Cherrydale

Classroom News - June 19

Ask your son/daughter about Adventure Ed.

Also, a student in our school has the opportunity to win a free bicycle - compliments of the "Walk and Roll" to school. Simply do a "good deed" for someone, have them sign and return the entry form to be able to win the bike.

5 days of school remaining!

Homework
LA - Speech and Collage (OVERDUE)
LA - Book Assignment #8 (Thursday, June 20)

Reminders
- For all of this week, MC Knoll is looking to collect any spare pennies you have for a "Free the Children - Penny Collection" campaign. BRING THOSE PENNIES!
- The ELA Final Exam is scheduled for Friday, June 21, while the Math Final Exam is scheduled for Monday, June 24. Study, study, study!!!

As the year is coming to an end, I will need to collect all upcoming/overdue homework. The deadline for handing-in assignment will be by Friday, June 21. Students who do not hand-in assignments by this date may earn a 0%

Classroom News - June 18

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

For all of this week, MC Knoll is looking to collect any spare pennies you have for a "Free the Children - Penny Collection" campaign. BRING THOSE PENNIES!

Also, a student in our school has the opportunity to win a free bicycle - compliments of the "Walk and Roll" to school.  Simply do a "good deed" for someone, have them sign and return the entry form to be able to win the bike.

6 days of school remaining!

Homework
Art - Finish the Doodle (OVERDUE)
LA - Book Assignment #7 (Wednesday, June 19)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

Reminders
- The Camp Whitesand form and $15 fee is now OVERDUE.
- Students will be golfing at Cherrydale for the last Adventure Ed. class of the year tomorrow (Wednesday, June 19).
- The ELA Final Exam is scheduled for Friday, June 21, while the Math Final Exam is scheduled for Monday, June 24. Study, study, study!!!

As the year is coming to an end, I will need to collect all upcoming/overdue homework. The deadline for handing-in assignment will be by Friday, June 21. Students who do not hand-in assignments by this date may earn a 0%

Classroom News - June 17

Happy Monday!

For all of this week, MC Knoll is looking to collect any spare pennies you have for a "Free the Children - Penny Collection" campaign. BRING THOSE PENNIES!

Ask your son/daughter about the last buddy activity of the year...

7 days of school remaining!

Homework
Math - 4.6 Reading Circle Graphs (OVERDUE)
Art - Finish the Doodle (OVERDUE)
Science - Mixtures/Solutions Unit TEST (Tuesday, June 18)
LA - Book Assignment #7 (Wednesday, June 19)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

Reminders
- The Camp Whitesand form and $15 fee is now OVERDUE. 
- Students will be golfing at Cherrydale for the last Adventure Ed. class of the year on Wednesday, June 19.
- The ELA Final Exam is scheduled for Friday, June 21, while the Math Final Exam is scheduled for Monday, June 24. Study, study, study!!!

As the year is coming to an end, I will need to collect all upcoming/overdue homework. The deadline for handing-in assignment will be by Friday, June 21. Students who do not hand-in assignments by this date may earn a 0%.

First Nations Celebrations

Classroom News - June 14

Ask your son/daughter about the "First Nations" presentation they enjoyed this afternoon.

For all of next week, MC Knoll is looking to collect any spare pennies you have for a "Free the Children - Penny Collection" campaign.  BRING THOSE PENNIES!

Have a great weekend...

8 days of school remaining!

Homework
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (OVERDUE)
LA - Book Club Assignment #1-6 (OVERDUE)
Math - 4.6 Reading Circle Graphs (Monday, June 17)
Art - Finish the Doodle (Monday, June 17)
Science - Mixtures/Solutions Unit TEST (Tuesday, June 18)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

Reminders
- The Camp Whitesand form and $15 fee is due before Monday, June 17. The trip is not until Tuesday, June 25.
- The ELA Final Exam is scheduled for Friday, June 21, while the Math Final Exam is scheduled for Monday, June 24.  Study, study, study!!!

As the year is coming to an end, I will need to collect all upcoming/overdue homework. The deadline for handing-in assignment will be by Friday, June 21. Students who do not hand-in assignments by this date may earn a 0%.

Classroom News - June 13

Have a great afternoon!

9 days of school remaining!

Homework
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (OVERDUE)
Math - 11.1 Worksheet (OVERDUE)
LA - Book Club Assignment #1-6 (OVERDUE)
Art - Finish the Doodle (Monday, June 17)
Science - Mixtures/Solutions Unit TEST (Tuesday, June 18)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

Reminders
- The Camp Whitesand form and $15 fee is due before Monday, June 17.  The trip is not until Tuesday, June 25.
- A review package for the ELA and Math Final Exams were handed-out yesterday.  The ELA Final Exam is scheduled for Friday, June 21, while the Math Final Exam is scheduled for Monday, June 24.

As the year is coming to an end, I will need to collect all upcoming/overdue homework. The deadline for handing-in assignment will be by Friday, June 21. Students who do not hand-in assignments by this date may earn a 0%.

Classroom News - June 12

A very important newsletter was sent home today about the year-end school trip to Camp Whitesand on Tuesday, June 25.  Please return the form and $15 fee by Monday, June 17.

Also, a review package for the ELA and Math Final Exams were handed-out today.  YAHOO!

Ask your son/daughter about the surprise Sasktel presentation we enjoyed today at school.

As the year is coming to an end, I will need to collect all upcoming/overdue homework. The deadline for handing-in assignment will be by Friday, June 21. Students who do not hand-in assignments by this date may earn a 0%.

10 days of school remaining!

Homework
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (OVERDUE)
Math - 11.1 Worksheet (Thursday, June 13)
LA - Book Club Assignment #6 (Thursday, June 13)
Art - Finish the Doodle (Monday, June 17)
Science - Mixtures/Solutions Unit TEST (Tuesday, June 18)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

Reminders
- Tomorrow (Thursday, June 13) is the next noon hour early dismissal.

Adventure Ed. - Safety Day

Classroom News - June 11

Ask your son/daughter about the "safety day" presentations we enjoyed today at the Gallagher Center.

As the year is coming to an end, I will need to collect all upcoming/overdue homework. The deadline for handing-in assignment will be by Friday, June 21. Students who do not hand-in assignments by this date may earn a 0%.

11 days of school remaining!

Homework
Art - Pointillism Art (OVERDUE)
Math - Graphing Review (11.6 - 11.8) (OVERDUE)
LA - Book Club Assignment #5 (Wednesday, June 12)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Wednesday, June 12)
Art - Finish the Doodle (Monday, June 17)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

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

Classroom News - June 10

I hope the weekend treated everyone wonderfully!

Students will be participating in a "Safety Day" tomorrow (Tuesday, June 11), sponsored by the Yorkton Gallagher Center, that focuses on being safe during the summer holidays. Lunch will be provided. Also, be prepared to be outdoors. 

As the year is coming to an end, I will need to collect all upcoming/overdue homework.  The deadline for handing-in assignment will be by Friday, June 21.  Students who do not hand-in assignments by this date may earn a 0%.

12 days of school remaining!

Homework
Art - Pointillism Art (OVERDUE)
LA - Book Club Assignment #4 (OVERDUE)
Math - Graphing Review (11.6 - 11.8) (Tuesday, June 11)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Wednesday, June 12)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

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

Classroom News - June 6

I will be away from the school tomorrow (Friday, June 7) at a School Division Professional Development opportunity. 

Tomorrow (Friday, June 7), is the last bake sale of the year.  Items will be sold for $0.50 each.

Here is a fun Science link from today's lesson on the Particle Theory of Matter (and in particular, molecules):

http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/gas-properties

Homework
Math - Circle Graph Intro (Friday, June 7)
Art - Pointillism Art (Friday, June 7)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Wednesday, June 12)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

Reminders
- Monday, June 10 is the "hot dog" lunch (for those that pre-ordered)
- Students will be participating in a "Safety Day", sponsored by the Yorkton Gallagher Center, that focuses on being safe this summer holidays.  Lunch will be provided.  Be prepared to be outdoors.  YAHOO!
- Thursday, June 13 is the next noon hour early dismissal.

Classroom News - June 5

Great job to everyone who participated in "Walk and Roll".

Homework
Science - Marble LAB (Thursday, June 6)
LA - Destination Reading Booklets (Thursday, June 6)
Art - Pointillism Art (Friday, June 7)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Wednesday, June 12)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

Reminders
- Friday, June 7 is the last bake sale of the year ($0.50 each)

Classroom News - June 4

Ask your son/daughter about the Geometry Test.

Also, the last writing folder project of the year in ELA was provided today.  Students are asked to accomplish two things -  create a personal collage of themselves and write a 2-minute speech (about a topic of their choosing) that they will be presenting to the class.

Homework
LA - Book Club Assignment #3 (Wednesday, June 5)
Art - Pointillism Art (Friday, June 7)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Wednesday, June 12)
LA - Speech and Collage (Wednesday, June 19)

Reminders
- The annual "Walk and Roll" to school is tomorrow (Wednesday, June 5).  For those students who use active transportation, they will be entered into a contest to win a bicycle. AWESOME!

Adventure Ed. - Canoe/Water Safety

Classroom News - June 3

It is amazing to think that we are ALREADY into June.  Wow!

Ask your son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed.

Homework
Math - 8.4 Angle Bisector (OVERDUE)
Math - Geometry Unit TEST (OVERDUE)
LA - Book Club Assignment #3 (Wednesday, June 5)
Art - Pointillism Art (Friday, June 7)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Wednesday, June 12)

Reminders
- The annual "Walk and Roll" to school is Wednesday, June 5.

Classroom News - May 31

For Monday's (June 3) Adventure Ed. class, students MUST BRING their swimming gear, along with a t-shirt that can get wet, as students will be learning about "canoe skills and safety".

The "hot dog hot lunch" is scheduled for Monday, June 10. If you are interested in ordering, please return the form and money by Monday, June 3.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Homework
Phys. Ed. - Term 3 Assignment (OVERDUE)
Math - 8.4 Angle Bisector (Monday, June 3)
Math - Geometry Unit TEST (Monday, June 3)
LA - Book Club Assignment #2 (Monday, June 3)
Art - Pointillism Art (Friday, June 7)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook (x8) (Wednesday, June 12)

Reminders
- The annual "Walk and Roll" to school is Wednesday, June 5.