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, November 29, 2013

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

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

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

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

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

Monday, November 25, 2013

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

Friday, November 22, 2013

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

Thursday, November 21, 2013

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.

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

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!!!

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

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!!!

Monday, November 18, 2013

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.

Friday, November 15, 2013

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.

Thursday, November 14, 2013

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.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

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

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

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

Thursday, November 7, 2013

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                            

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

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                                        

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

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


Monday, November 4, 2013

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