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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.

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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



Monday, May 31, 2021

Classroom News - May 31

Wow!  Another month down...and only one more to go!


An exciting "Extended Physical Education Afternoon" is planned for Friday, June 4 - with a focus on Track and Field (specific information was sent home today in a newsletter).  The events that students will participate in include: High Jump, Long Jump, Shot Put, 100m and 800m.  Students are encouraged to dress for appropriate outdoor weather (running shoes, shorts, t-shirt, water bottle, sunscreen, etc.).  YAHOO!  

Homework:
Math 6 - Volume (Tuesday, June 1)
Math 6 - Measurement TEST (Tuesday, June 1)
Math 5 - Quadrilaterals (Part II) (Tuesday, June 1)
Social 6 - How do Power/Privilege Affect People? (Wednesday, June 2)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook and Statement (Friday, June 11)

Reminders:
- Wednesday, June 2 will be the official MC Knoll Orange Day - to raise awareness that "Every Child Matters".

Friday, May 28, 2021

Classroom News - May 28

Great job to those students who participated in "Jersey Day" today.  


Have a wonderful weekend!

Homework:
Science 6 - Living Things Assignment (OVERDUE)
Math 6 - Area (Monday, May 31)
Math 5 - Quadrilaterals (Part I) (Monday, May 31)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook and Statement (Friday, June 11)

Reminders:
- As I said to the students earlier this week, continue to "work hard" and "do you best" in the remaining weeks.  As much as it feels like summer holidays are soon upon us - as we are now officially into the "home stretch" of our school year, we still have A LOT of work to do.  You can do it!!

Thursday, May 27, 2021

Classroom News - May 27

If you are looking for a good "dance partner" this evening, turn on Chubby Checkers - The Twist and have your son/daughter show off their moves!

Also, tomorrow (Friday, May 28) will be "Jersey Day" - to raise awareness of racism.


Homework:
Science 6 - Living Things Assignment (Friday, May 28)
Math 6 - Perimeter (Friday, May 28)
Math 5 - Describing Shapes (Part II) (Friday, May 28)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook and Statement (Friday, June 11)

Reminders:
As I said to the students yesterday, continue to "work hard" and "do you best" in the remaining weeks.  As much as it feels like summer holidays are soon upon us - as we are now officially into the "home stretch" of our school year, we still have A LOT of work to do.  You can do it!!

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Classroom News - May 26

Happy Wednesday!

I hope everyone had a wonderful May Long Weekend (despite the rainy/cold weather)!

It is CRAZY to think that we are just about through another month....

As I said to the students today, continue to "work hard" and "do you best" in the remaining weeks.  As much as it feels like summer holidays are soon upon us - as we are now officially into the "home stretch" of our school year, we still have A LOT of work to do.  You can do it!

Homework:
Math 5 - Describing Shapes (Part II) (Thursday, May 27)
Math 6 - Intro to Measurement (Thursday, May 27)
Science 6 - Living Things Assignment (Friday, May 28)
Art - Term 3 Sketchbook and Statement (Friday, June 11)

Reminders:
- Keep smiling!

Friday, May 21, 2021

Classroom News - May 21

Ask your Gr. 6 son/daughter about today's Math test - Angles.

Have a wonderful May Long Weekend!

Homework:
- Read a good book!

Reminders:
- There is NO SCHOOL next Monday, May 24 (Victoria Day) and Tuesday, May 25 (Teacher PD).  YAHOO!

Thursday, May 20, 2021

Classroom News - May 20

One more day to go!

There is NO SCHOOL next Monday, May 24 (Victoria Day) and Tuesday, May 25 (Teacher PD).  YAHOO!

Homework:
Science 6 - Kingdom Project (OVERDUE)
Social 6 - Khulekani Q's (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - 2D/3D Shapes Definitions (Friday, May 21)
Math 6 - Investigating Quadrilateral Angles (Friday, May 21)
Math 6 - Angles TEST (Friday, May 21)

Reminders:
-If interested in the coolest clothing on the planet, the MCK clothing orders are due tomorrow (Friday, May 21)!
- Also, don't forget about "Hat Day" tomorrow (Friday, May 21)!  Any donations will be accepted...with all proceeds going to the MC Knoll Playground.

The following person has an OVERDUE "Health Action Plan":
- SM

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Classroom News - May 19

With the weather predicted to change (for the worse) in the coming days, use your best judgement when participating in the “M. C. Knoll Walk and Roll Week”.  

Homework:
Science 6 - Kingdom Project (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - 2D/3D Shapes Intro (Thursday, May 20)
Math 6 - Investigating Triangle Angles (Thursday, May 20)
Social 6 - Khulekani Q's (Thursday, May 20)
Math 6 - Angles TEST (Friday, May 21)

Reminders:
-If interested in the coolest clothing on the planet, the MCK clothing orders are due Friday, May 21, 2021!
- Also, don't forget about "Hat Day" this Friday, May 21!  Any donations will be accepted...with all proceeds going to the MC Knoll Playground.
- There is NO SCHOOL next Monday, May 24 (Victoria Day) and Tuesday, May 25 (Teacher PD).  YAHOO!

The following person has an OVERDUE "Health Action Plan":
- SM

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Classroom News - May 18

Another exciting fundraiser is scheduled for Friday, May 21:

Homework:
Science 6 - Kingdom Project (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - 2D/3D Shapes Intro (Wednesday, May 19)
Math 6 - Drawing Triangles (Wednesday, May 19)
Math 6 - Angles TEST (Friday, May 21)

Reminders:
Don't forget to actively participate in this weeks “M. C. Knoll Walk and Roll Week”.  Weather permitting, all staff and students are encouraged to choose an active way of coming to school each day.  Three awesome prizes will be given away to three lucky winners who choose to participate consistently throughout the week!
-If interested in the coolest clothing on the planet, the MCK clothing orders are due Friday, May 21, 2021!
- There is NO SCHOOL next Monday, May 24 (Victoria Day) and Tuesday, May 25 (Teacher PD).  YAHOO!

The following person has an OVERDUE "Health Action Plan":
- SM

Monday, May 17, 2021

Classroom News - May 17

Happy Monday!

Ask your Grade 5 son/daughter about today's Math Test - Measuring Volume and Capacity.

Here is a sample of some of the CHALK ART from last week:


Homework:
Science 6 - Kingdom Project (Tuesday, May 18)
Math 6 - Drawing Triangles (Tuesday, May 18)

Reminders:
Don't forget to actively participate in this weeks “M. C. Knoll Walk and Roll Week”.  Weather permitting, all staff and students are encouraged to choose an active way of coming to school each day.  Three awesome prizes will be given away to three lucky winners who choose to participate consistently throughout the week!
-If interested in the coolest clothing on the planet, the MCK clothing orders are due Friday, May 21, 2021!

Friday, May 14, 2021

Classroom News - May 14

Ask your son/daughter about today's 5/6ME "Marble Jar Celebration" - some wonderful"chalk art" designs (check them out in front of the school....sometime this weekend) and a community bike trip!


Have a wonderful weekend!

Homework:
Math 5 - Measurement: Volume & Capacity TEST (Monday, May 17)
Math 6 - Drawing Angles (Monday, May 17)
Science 6 - Kingdom Project (Tuesday, May 18)

Reminders:
Next week (Monday, May 17 to Friday, May 21) will be “M. C. Knoll Walk and Roll Week”.  Weather permitting, all staff and students are encouraged to choose an active way of coming to school each day.  Three awesome prizes will be given away to three lucky winners who choose to participate consistently throughout the week!
-If interested in the coolest clothing on the planet, the MCK clothing orders are due Friday, May 21, 2021!

The following people have OVERDUE work:
* Health Action Plan - SM, JS
* Norval Morrisseau Painting - MO, JS

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Classroom News - May 13

Our 5/6ME class will be having another "Marble Jar Celebration" tomorrow (Friday, May 14).  Students will be enjoying some "chalk art" and a community bike trip around Heritage Heights/Weinmaster.  Students are welcome to bring a nutritious snack to enjoy during the "chalk art" activity.  For the bike trip, students MUST have a bike and helmet, as well as a water bottle.  Also, please ensure that the bike is in "good working condition" (ie: air in tires, brakes work, etc.).  If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out!  YAHOO!

Some information for another wonderful MCK clothing order was sent home today.  If interested, orders are due Friday, May 21, 2021!

Homework:
Math 5 - Capacity (Friday, May 14)
Math 6 - Drawing Angles (Friday, May 14)
Math 5 - Measurement: Volume & Capacity TEST (Tuesday, May 18)
Science 6 - Kingdom Project (Tuesday, May 18)

Reminders:
Next week (Monday, May 17 to Friday, May 21) will be “M. C. Knoll Walk and Roll Week”.  Weather permitting, all staff and students are encouraged to choose an active way of coming to school each day.  Three awesome prizes will be given away to three lucky winners who choose to participate consistently throughout the week!

The following people have OVERDUE work:
* Health Action Plan - SM, JS
* Norval Morrisseau Painting - MO, JS

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Classroom News - May 12

We have been working on our dance unit this week - as part of our Arts. Ed. curriculum.  Ask your son/daughter about their "sweet dance moves"!


Homework:
Math 5 - Capacity (Thursday, May 13)
Math 6 - Measuring Angles (Thursday, May 13)
Science 6 - Kingdom Project (Tuesday, May 18)

Reminders:
- Our 5/6ME class will be having another "Marble Jar Celebration" on Friday, May 14 - students will be enjoying some "chalk art" and a community bike trip around Heritage Heights/Weinmaster.  For the bike trip, students MUST have a bike and helmet.  Please ensure that the bike is in "good working condition" (ie: air in tires, brakes work, etc.).  If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out!  YIPPEE!

The following people have OVERDUE work:
* Health Action Plan - ZH, MahW, LD, SM, JS
* Norval Morrisseau Painting - LD, MO, JS

Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Classroom News - May 11

What a beautiful day we were treated to outside!

Homework:
Art - Norval Morrisseau Painting (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - Volume Activities (Wednesday, May 12)
Math 6 - Measuring Angles (Wednesday, May 12)

Reminders:
- Our 5/6ME class will be having another "Marble Jar Celebration" on Friday, May 14 - students will be enjoying some "chalk art" and a community bike trip around Heritage Heights/Weinmaster.  For the bike trip, students MUST have a bike and helmet.  Please ensure that the bike is in "good working condition" (ie: air in tires, brakes work, etc.).  If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out!  YIPPEE!

The following people have some OVERDUE work for Mrs. Erhardt:
* Health Action Plan - ZH, MahW, LD, SM, JS 

Monday, May 10, 2021

Classroom News - May 10

Happy Monday!

As I said to our students this morning, hopefully your son/daughter showered you with love and kindness yesterday when celebrating "Mother's Day"!

Here are some professional 5/6ME student artwork samples - using the Norval Morrisseau "Woodland Style" as inspiration:



Homework:
Art - Norval Morrisseau Painting (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - Volume Activities (Tuesday, May 11)
Math 6 - Estimating Angles (Tuesday, May 11)

Reminders:
- Our 5/6ME class will be having another "Marble Jar Celebration" on Friday, May 14 - students will be enjoying some "chalk art" and a community bike trip around Heritage Heights/Weinmaster.  For the bike trip, students MUST have a bike and helmet.  Please ensure that the bike is in "good working condition" (ie: air in tires, brakes work, etc.).  If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out!  YIPPEE!

Friday, May 7, 2021

Classroom News - May 7

Have a wonderful weekend...and

Homework:
Math 5 - Volume Activities (Monday, May 10)
Math 6 - DIY Protractor (Monday, May 10)
Art - Norval Morrisseau Painting (Monday, May 10)

Reminders:
- Our 5/6ME class will be having another "Marble Jar Celebration" next Friday, May 14.  More details to come next week!

The following people have some OVERDUE online "ELA" work:
* Health Action Plan - AC, ZH, SJ, TRou, MWil, CA, LD, SM, JS, CJW
* Iqbal Remembrance - AC


Thursday, May 6, 2021

Classroom News - May 6

One more day to go!

Homework:
Math 5 - Volume (cubic centimeters) (Friday, May 7)
Math 6 - Naming Angles (Friday, May 7)
Social 6 - Forms of Power (Friday, May 7)
Art - Norval Morrisseau Painting (Monday, May 10)

Reminders:
- Students are encouraged to bring back any work (assignments, test, etc.) that they had accomplished last week during "online learning".  

The following people have some OVERDUE online "ELA" work:
* Word Work (Lesson 47) - AB

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Classroom News - May 5

The extra sunshine we are getting each and every day is AWESOME!

Homework:
Math 6 - Geometry Language (Thursday, May 6)
Social 6 - Forms of Power (Friday, May 7)
Art - Norval Morrisseau Painting (Monday, May 10)

Reminders:
- Students are encouraged to bring back any work (assignments, test, etc.) that they had accomplished last week during "online learning".  

The following people have some OVERDUE online "ELA" work:
* Iqbal Remembrance - MW
* Collectibles Paragraph - AC
* Word Work (Lesson 47) - AB

Tuesday, May 4, 2021

Classroom News - May 4

Have a wonderful evening!

Homework:
Math 5 - Measurement Intro (Wednesday, May 5)
Math 6 - Geometry Intro (Wednesday, May 5)
Art - Norval Morrisseau Painting (Monday, May 10)

Reminders:
- Students are encouraged to bring back any work (assignments, test, etc.) that they had accomplished last week during "online learning".  

The following people have some OVERDUE online "ELA" work:
* Iqbal Remembrance - AC, MW
* Collectibles Paragraph - LB, AC
* Word Work (Lesson 47) - AC, AM, ER, ZH, IS

Monday, May 3, 2021

Classroom News - May 3

Welcome back!!

It was WONDERFUL to see everyone back in the school!  

Today, we "slowly" got back into routine - reviewing the week that was and beginning to set some goals for the remaining two months.

Homework:
Social 5 - Canadian Explorer Poster (OVERDUE)
Science 6 - The 5 Kingdoms Activity (OVERDUE)
Math 5 - Measurement Pre-Test (Tuesday, May 4)
Math 6 - Geometry Definitions (Tuesday, May 4)

Reminders:
- Students are encouraged to bring back any work (assignments, test, etc.) that they had accomplished last week during "online learning".  

The following people have some OVERDUE online "ELA" work:
* Iqbal Remembrance - AC, MW
* Collectibles Paragraph - LB, AC, LD, MW