Another wonderful fundraiser was sent home today - Purdy’s Chocolatier. See details below. YUMMY!
WELCOME!!!
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.
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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, February 26, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 26
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 25
With the end of February soon upon us, that also means that our Term 2 Report Cards are coming soon - Friday, March 10 to be exact. In order to get everything organized before this deadline, I have set next Friday, March 5 as the FINAL DAY of Term 2. All Term 2 assignments/homework MUST be handed-in by this date. Those students who fail to meet this deadline may earn an "Insufficient Evidence" (IE) on their report card.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 24
Great job to everyone who participated in PINK Shirt day - by taking a stand against bullying!
With the end of February soon upon us, that also means that our Term 2 Report Cards are coming soon - Friday, March 10 to be exact. In order to get everything organized before this deadline, I have set next Friday, March 5 as the FINAL DAY of Term 2. All Term 2 assignments/homework MUST be handed-in by this date. Those students who fail to meet this deadline may earn an "Insufficient Evidence" (IE) on their report card.
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 23
An optional Science 5 activity was introduced today - "Manufacturing New Materials" (Playdough, Oobleck, and Silly Putty). Some information was uploaded to the Google Classroom. Ask your son/daughter about it!
Tomorrow (Wednesday, Feb. 24) will be PINK Shirt day!
Monday, February 22, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 22
I hope that everyone had a great February Break (despite the cold weather)!
With the end of February soon upon us, that also means that our Term 2 Report Cards are coming soon - Friday, March 10 to be exact. In order to get everything organized before this deadline, I have set next Friday, March 5 as the FINAL DAY of Term 2. All Term 2 assignments/homework MUST be handed-in by this date. Those students who fail to meet this deadline may earn an "Insufficient Evidence" (IE) on their report card.
Math 6 - Algebra Intro (Tuesday, Feb. 23)
Friday, February 12, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 12
Ask your Gr. 5 son/daughter about today's Math test - Adding/Subtracting Decimals.
Have a wonderful February Break!
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 11
Thank you to everyone who brought donations for Telemiracle 45. Every "helping hand" helps!
Ask your Gr. 6 son/daughter about today's Math test - Probability.
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 10
MC Knoll School is collecting donations for Telemiracle 45. Students will receive a "helping hand" for every donation. We will be collecting donations until tomorrow (Thursday, February 11).
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 9
- ACh - AMo - CWl
Monday, February 8, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 8
Happy Monday!
I want to send home a big HOORAY to our 5/6ME class today....as we had "perfect attendance" today (despite the extremely cold weather). Well done!
This Friday, Feb. 12 will be our MC Knoll Valentines' Day celebration. Our 5/6ME class will host our own classroom party - which will include some games (BINGO, Scattergories, and Kahoot) and a snack and short show. Students can bring a healthy snack to enjoy for themselves. For those students wanting to bring something for their classmates, we ask that students' ONLY bring a card/item for ALL students (and avoid sharing food). Please bring your Valentines items in one large ziploc bag by ASAP.
Math 5 - Adding/Subtracting Decimals TEST (Friday, Feb. 12)
- MC Knoll School is collecting donations for Telemiracle 45. Students can write their name on a helping hand for every loonie they donate. We will be collecting donations until Thursday, February 11.
Friday, February 5, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 5
Thanks for another great week!
Next Friday, Feb. 12 will be our MC Knoll Valentines' Day celebration. Our 5/6ME class will host our own classroom party (we will plan the specifics next week). For starters, students can bring a healthy snack to enjoy for themselves. For those students wanting to bring something for their classmates, we ask that students' ONLY bring a card/item for ALL students (and avoid sharing food). Please bring your Valentines items in one large ziploc bag by Monday, Feb. 8. HAPPY VALENTINES!
- If you interested in purchasing some new books for your family, consider placing an order through the following website: scholastic.ca/clubshop. Our 5/6ME classroom code is: RC178758.
Thursday, February 4, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 4
One more day to go!
Ask your Gr. 5 son/daughter about today's math test - "estimation"
If interested in ordering a 2020-2021 MC Knoll Yearbook, please return the order form and appropriate fees by tomorrow (Friday, Feb. 5). Payments can be made by cash, cheque or e-transfer.
- If you interested in purchasing some new books for your family, consider placing an order through the following website: scholastic.ca/clubshop. Our 5/6ME classroom code is: RC178758.
Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 3
Ask your Gr. 6 son/daughter about today's Math test - percentages.
Social 6 - Evelyn's Story: Q's and Mind Map (Friday, Feb. 5)
- If you interested in purchasing some new books for your family, consider placing an order through the following website: scholastic.ca/clubshop. Our 5/6ME classroom code is: RC178758.
- If interested in ordering a 2020-2021 MC Knoll Yearbook, please return the order form and appropriate fees by Friday, Feb. 5. Payments can be made by cash, cheque or e-transfer.
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Classroom News - Feb. 2
Happy February!
I hope the (extra long) weekend treated everyone well!
It is hard to believe, but we only have two short weeks now until the February Break. YIPPEE!
Art - Pointillism #1 (OVERDUE)
- If you interested in purchasing some new books for your family, consider placing an order through the following website: scholastic.ca/clubshop. Our 5/6ME classroom code is: RC178758.
- If interested in ordering a 2020-2021 MC Knoll Yearbook, please return the order form and appropriate fees by Friday, Feb. 5. Payments can be made by cash, cheque or e-transfer.