Updates!

We are zooming along in Room 18!

Here are some of the goings-on in our class :

In Language, we are working on writing proper paragraphs, main idea, and summarizing.  The focus this week and next week will be on Terry Fox and his run for cancer research. We have been reading news articles of the past and present, and have been discussing the characteristics of a hero.  Our school Terry Fox run will take place next Thursday - details coming very soon!

In Math, we are finishing our angle unit, with a pop quiz today and a test coming up next week :)

We will move onto Interior Angle Theory ...related to triangles.

In history, we have been discussing Canada before Confederation, and will be moving onto the Fathers of Confederation and how the influenced the dominion of our country.

In gym, we are finishing soccer, and will be moving on to basket ball.  In health, we will be studying proper nutrition and healthy eating.just a reminder that proper/appropriate clothing is required for phys-ed class. A change of shorts or pants, shirt (t-shirt or long sleeves), running shoes.... and girls need to have their hair tied back.

Next Monday, we are heading to Island Lake Conservation Area in Orangeville, for the entire day ( 9:00am - 2:30pm) to participate in cooperative games - linked to the phys-ed program, and a  pond study that will be linked to their grade 8 water cycle science expectations. Students need to dress appropriately, bring a lunch, and wear appropriate footwear. Parent volunteers are needed - please contact me if you are interested in going with us.

Reminders :

Monday, September, 23 - Island Lake trip
Tuesday, September 24 - Open House - details to come soon
Thursday, September 26 - Terry Fox Run

I have sent home notes with the students that have IEP's, hoping to discuss these plans and go over your child's learning needs. I hope to be meeting with these parents over the next two weeks.

Take care,

Miss Waddell