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 18, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 18

As I talked with the students today, despite the challenges that we have ALL experienced this year...it is important to remain optimistic and reflect back on all of the "positives" throughout 2020.  We ALL have a lot to be thankful for!

Speaking of being thankful, Mrs. Erhardt and I want to thank everyone for the VERY generous gifts today.  Much appreciated!  

Have a wonderful Holiday Break - enjoy the time with your family!

We will see you back on Monday, January 4.   

Homework:
- Complete as many of the "30 Random Acts of Family, Fitness, and Fun"

Reminders:
- Here is the weblink to the MC Knoll Christmas Celebration Video.  Enjoy!


Thursday, December 17, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 17

In addition to our "Secret Santa", our 5/6ME students will be enjoying some Christmas Holiday FUN tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 18).  Students will be enjoying an art craft and a short movie - bring some healthy snacks.  YAHOO!

1 School Day Until Christmas Holidays!

Homework:
Science 5 - Return Human Body TEST (Friday, Dec. 18)
Math 5 - Fractions TEST (Friday, Dec. 18)
Math 6 - Ratios TEST (Friday, Dec. 18)

Reminders:
- Our Knights have been busy putting together a Christmas Celebration Video for our families.  The finished video will be shared with families tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 18) and will be available until January 1.  Stay tuned!
- The last day of our MC Knoll "Spirit Days" is tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 18):

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 16

Christmas came early!  MC Knoll clothing orders were sent home today...  

In addition to our "Secret Santa", our 5/6ME students will be enjoying some Christmas Holiday FUN this Friday, Dec. 18.  Students will be enjoying an art craft and a short movie - bring some healthy snacks.  YAHOO!

2 School Days Until Christmas Holidays!

Homework:
Math 5 - Comparing Fractions (Thursday, Dec .17)
Math 6 - Equivalent Ratios (Thursday, Dec. 17)
Math 5 - Fractions TEST (Friday, Dec. 18)
Math 6 - Ratios TEST (Friday, Dec. 18)

Reminders:
- Our Knights have been busy putting together a Christmas Celebration Video for our families.  The finished video will be shared with families on Friday, Dec. 18 and will be available until January 1.  Stay tuned!
- Some exciting MC Knoll "Spirit Days" continue this week:

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 15

In Good Taste orders arrive today.  Families can pick up their orders from 3:45 - 6:00 p.m.  Please call or text the school phone...(306) 516-7818...when you arrive.  Families can remain in their vehicles at the front of the school.

For those students who forgot to bring their "Secret Santa" gift, please return it ASAP.  Students will exchange their gifts on Friday, Dec. 18!

3 School Days Until Christmas Holidays!

Homework:
Science 5 - Digestive System Story "Final Copy" (OVERDUE)
Science 6 - Electrical Circuits (Section 6-9) (OVERDUE)
Math 6 - Intro to Ratios (Wednesday, Dec. 16)
Math 5 - Fractions TEST (Friday, Dec. 18)
Math 6 - Ratios TEST (Friday, Dec. 18)

Reminders:
- Our Knights have been busy putting together a Christmas Celebration Video for our families.  The finished video will be shared with families on Friday, Dec. 18 and will be available until January 1.  Stay tuned!
- Some exciting MC Knoll "Spirit Days" continue this week:


Monday, December 14, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 14

Happy Monday!

Our 5/6ME class completed their video recording for the MC Knoll Christmas Celebration.  Stay tuned for the presentation in the coming days!

Also, for those students who forgot to bring their "Secret Santa" gift, please return it ASAP.  Students will exchange their gifts on Friday, Dec. 18!

4 School Days Until Christmas Holidays!

Homework:
Science 6 - Electrical Circuits (Section 6-9) (OVERDUE)
Math 6 - Ratios Pre-Test (Tuesday, Dec. 15)
Science 5 - Digestive System Story "Final Copy" (Tuesday, Dec. 15)

Reminders:
- Some exciting MC Knoll "Spirit Days" continue this week:

Friday, December 11, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 11

Great job to everyone who participated in the 5/6ME "Twin Day"!

On Monday, Dec. 14, students will be video recording there presentation for the MC Knoll Christmas Celebration.  Students are encouraged to dress in a "festive" fashion - Christmas colors, "Sunday's Best Dress", etc.

Also, please return your 5/6ME "Secret Santa" gift by Monday, Dec. 14 (to allow for proper COVID procedures).  Reminder to keep your costs between $8 - $10.  Students will exchange their gifts on Friday, Dec. 18!

Have a great weekend!

5 School Days Until Christmas Holidays!

Homework:
Math 5 - Equivalent Fractions (Booklet 8 and (Monday, Dec. 14)
Math 6 - Integers TEST (Monday, Dec. 14)
Science 5 - Digestive System Story (Monday, Dec. 14)
Science 6 - Electrical Circuits (Section 6-9) (Monday, Dec. 14)

Reminders:
- Some exciting MC Knoll "Spirit Days" are coming next week:

Thursday, December 10, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 10

Tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 11) will be another fun Gr. 5/6 dress-up event - "Twin Day".  Coordinate your outfits with a classmate (or two)...and see if Mrs. Erhardt and Mr. McDowell can tell you apart!

Here is some IMPORTANT information regarding our upcoming "MC Knoll Christmas Celebration Video".  Please follow the weblink below - to give permission for your child to be part of the Christmas video.  

MC Knoll Christmas Celebration Permission Form

On Monday, Dec. 14, students will be video recording there presentation for the MC Knoll Christmas Celebration.  Students are encouraged to dress in a "festive" fashion - Christmas colors, "Sunday's Best Dress", etc.

6 School Days Until Christmas Holidays!

Homework:
Social Studies 6 - Vinicius Q's and "Come, Stay, Go?" Interview (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - Equivalent Fractions (math strategies) (Friday, Dec. 11)
Math 6 - Comparing Integers (Friday, Dec. 11)
Science 5 - Digestive System Fill-in-the-Blank Booklet (Friday, Dec. 11)
Science 6 - Electrical Circuits (Section 6-9) (Monday, Dec. 14)
Math 6 - Integers TEST (Monday, Dec. 14)

Reminders:
Students have now picked names for our 5/6ME "Secret Santa" activity.  The gifts will be exchanged on the last day of school (Friday, Dec. 18).  Please return your gift by Monday, Dec. 14 (to allow for proper COVID procedures). Also, please keep your costs between $8 - $10.  Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  HO HO HO!  
- Some exciting MC Knoll "Spirit Days" are coming next week:

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 9

Here is some IMPORTANT information regarding our upcoming "MC Knoll Christmas Celebration Video".  Please follow the weblink below - to give permission for your child to be part of the Christmas video.  Ask your son/daughter about what our 5/6ME class will be doing for the Christmas Celebration...

MC Knoll Christmas Celebration Permission Form

7 School Days Until Christmas Holidays!

Homework:
Social Studies 6 - Vinicius Q's and "Come, Stay, Go?" Interview (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - Equivalent Fractions (using pictures) (Thursday, Dec. 10)
Science 5 - Bill Nye: Digestive System (Thursday, Dec. 10)

Reminders:
- Friday, Dec. 11 will be another fun Gr. 5/6 dress-up event - "Twin Day".  Coordinate your outfits with a classmate (or two)...and see if Mrs. Erhardt and Mr. McDowell can tell you apart!
Students have now picked names for our 5/6ME "Secret Santa" activity.  The gifts will be exchanged on the last day of school (Friday, Dec. 18).  Please return your gift by Monday, Dec. 14 (to allow for proper COVID procedures). Also, please keep your costs between $8 - $10.  Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  HO HO HO!  
- Some exciting MC Knoll "Spirit Days" are coming next week:

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 8

Ask your Gr. 6 son/daughter about today's Math test - Multiplication and Division of Decimals.

Here is some IMPORTANT information regarding our upcoming "MC Knoll Christmas Celebration Video".  Please follow the weblink below - to give permission for your child to be part of the Christmas video.  Ask your son/daughter about what our 5/6ME class will be doing for the Christmas Celebration...

MC Knoll Christmas Celebration Permission Form

8 School Days Until Christmas Holidays!

Homework:
Social Studies 6 - Vinicius Q's and "Come, Stay, Go?" Interview (Wednesday, Dec. 9)

Reminders:
- Friday, Dec. 11 will be another fun Gr. 5/6 dress-up event - "Twin Day".  Coordinate your outfits with a classmate (or two)...and see if Mrs. Erhardt and Mr. McDowell can tell you apart!
Students have now picked names for our 5/6ME "Secret Santa" activity.  The gifts will be exchanged on the last day of school (Friday, Dec. 18).  Please return your gift by Monday, Dec. 14 (to allow for proper COVID procedures). Also, please keep your costs between $8 - $10.  Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  HO HO HO!  
- Some exciting MC Knoll "Spirit Days" are coming next week:


Monday, December 7, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 7

Happy Monday!

Some exciting MC Knoll "Spirit Days" are coming next week:

Also, here is some information regarding our upcoming "MC Knoll Christmas Celebration Video".  Please follow the weblink below - to give permission for your child to be part of the Christmas video.

MC Knoll Christmas Celebration Permission Form

9 School Days Until Christmas Holidays!

Homework:
Science 6 - Summary 2.6 Sources of Electricity (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - Review of Fractions (Activity 7) (Tuesday, Dec. 8)
Math 6 - Multiplication and Division of Decimals TEST (Tuesday, Dec. 8)
Science 5 - Bill Nye Bones and Muscles (Tuesday, Dec. 8)
Social Studies 6 - Vinicius Q's and "Come, Stay, Go?" Interview (Wednesday, Dec. 9)

Reminders:
- Friday, Dec. 11 will be another fun Gr. 5/6 dress-up event - "Twin Day".  Coordinate your outfits with a classmate (or two)...and see if Mrs. Erhardt and Mr. McDowell can tell you apart!
Students have now picked names for our 5/6ME "Secret Santa" activity.  The gifts will be exchanged on the last day of school (Friday, Dec. 18).  Please return your gift by Monday, Dec. 14 (to allow for proper COVID procedures). Also, please keep your costs between $8 - $10.  Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  HO HO HO!  

Friday, December 4, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 4

Great job to everyone who participated in the 5/6ME "Mad for Plaid" day.  There were some WONDERFUL patterns on display!


Next Friday, Dec. 11 will be another fun Gr. 5/6 dress-up event - "Twin Day".  Coordinate your outfits with a classmate (or two)...and see if Mrs. Erhardt and Mr. McDowell can tell you apart!

Have a wonderful weekend!

For those students who were absent today, check out the Google Classroom - Math 5 and Science 5.

Homework:
Science 6 - Summary 2.6 Sources of Electricity (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - Review of Fractions (Activity 6) (Monday, Dec. 7)
Math 6 - Dividing "Teeny" Decimals 3.7 W/S (Monday, Dec. 7)
Science 5 - Bill Nye Bones and Muscles (Tuesday, Dec. 8)
Math 6 - Multiplication and Division of Decimals TEST (Tuesday, Dec. 8)

Reminders:
 Students have now picked names for our 5/6ME "Secret Santa" activity.  The gifts will be exchanged on the last day of school (Friday, Dec. 18).  Please return your gift by Monday, Dec. 14 (to allow for proper COVID procedures). Also, please keep your costs between $8 - $10.  Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  HO HO HO!  

Thursday, December 3, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 3

Students have now picked names for our 5/6ME "Secret Santa" activity.  The gifts will be exchanged on the last day of school (Friday, Dec. 18).  Please return your gift by Monday, Dec. 14 (to allow for proper COVID procedures). Also, please keep your costs between $8 - $10.  Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  HO HO HO!  

For those students who were absent today, check out the Google Classroom - Math 5 and Social Studies 5.

Homework:
Math 5 - Review of Fractions (Activity 5) (Friday, Dec. 4)
Math 6 - Dividing Decimals (Friday, Dec. 4)
Science 5 - Muscular System Activities (Friday, Dec. 4)
Science 6 - Summary 2.6 Sources of Electricity (Friday, Dec. 4)
Math 6 - Multiplication and Division of Decimals TEST (Tuesday, Dec. 8)

Reminders:
Tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 4) will be "Mad for Plaid" day in our 5/6ME classroom - wear your best plaid shirt, pants, etc.

Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 2

Our 5/6ME class have decided to go ahead with the festive "Secret Santa" activity.  Students will draw names tomorrow.  The gifts will be exchanged on the last day of school (Friday, Dec. 18).  However, please return your gift idea by Monday, Dec. 14 (to allow for proper COVID procedures).  Lastly, please keep your costs between $8 - $10.  Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  HO HO HO!  

For those students who were absent today, check out the Google Classroom - Math 5 and Science 5.

Homework:
Math 6 - Dividing Decimals (Thursday, Dec. 3)
Science 5 - Muscular System Activities (Friday, Dec. 4)
Science 6 - Summary 2.6 Sources of Electricity (Friday, Dec. 4)

Reminders:
- The SCC "In Good Taste" fundraiser is now OVERDUE.
This Friday, Dec. 4 will be "Mad for Plaid" day in our 5/6ME classroom - wear your best plaid shirt, pants, etc.

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Classroom News - Dec. 1

Our 5/6ME class has chosen to add some "Holiday Cheer" to our school days for the month of December.  This Friday, Dec. 4 will be "Mad for Plaid" day - wear your best plaid shirt, pants, etc. 

Also, students have asked to have a 5/6ME Secret Santa.  This will be an optional activity for those who choose to participate.  The gifts will be exchanged on the last day of school (Friday, Dec. 18).  However, please return your gift idea by Monday, Dec. 14 (to allow for proper COVID procedures).  Lastly, please keep your costs between $8 - $10.  Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  HO HO HO!  

For those students who were absent today, check out the Google Classroom - Math 5 and Math 6 

Homework:
Math 5 - Fractions Pre-Test (Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Math 6 - Dividing Decimals (Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Science 5 - Create-a-Skeleton (Wednesday, Dec. 2)
Science 6 - Sources of Electricity (Wednesday, Dec. 2)

Reminders:
- If interested, the SCC "In Good Taste" fundraiser is due tomorrow (Wednesday, December 2).  If you are paying by e-Transfer, our School Community Council will now accept payment via mcknollscc@gmail.com.  YUMMY!