Monday, October 21, 2013
Special Day
Today was our first visit with the seniors at Centre 2000. Everything went so well! Here are some pictures:
Time Change
There has been a slight time change to our visit with the seniors at Centre 2000 today :
We will be heading over at 11:15 and returning shortly after 12:00.
Looking forward to it!
Miss Waddell
We will be heading over at 11:15 and returning shortly after 12:00.
Looking forward to it!
Miss Waddell
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Monday!
Our first visit with the seniors at Centre 2000 takes place Monday afternoon! We will be leaving around 12:00 and returning at 1:00. I am really looking to it - updates will be posted tomorrow :)
The kids will be getting their geometry math tests back tomorrow - overall, the kids did very well.
The grade 8 novel studies are well under way! The kids chose what novel they would be reading and the following teachers will be in charge of the following novels :
Mrs. Reilly : The Boy in the Striped Pajamas
Mr. Primeau : End of Days
Mr. Sehl : The Giver
Miss Waddell : Catching Fire
Each week we will meet twice. Once to read and discuss as a group, and once for the students to complete and participate in their literature circle groups.
The boys and girls soccer teams participated in the regional tournament last Friday and they were awesome! Congratulations on representing Erin P.S. so well!
Reminders :
This Friday is a 1/2 day PA day. Buses pick up the kids at 12:00
Our first spirit day is Halloween day : dress in costumes of black and orange
Progress reports go home in 3 weeks
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Due Dates!
Just a quick reminder about due dates :
In Language :
1. Lollipop summaries due Friday
2. Cafeteria creative writing was due last week - some students have not handed in
3. Terry Fox summary was due TWO weeks ago - still waiting for a couple to come in
In Math :
1. All angle and triangle math is due tomorrow
2. Geometry review sheets are due Friday
In Art :
1. Terry Fox shoe activities are past due
Hope this helps when you ask your kids what is due and they answer : "All my homework is done"
Take care,
Miss Waddell
In Language :
1. Lollipop summaries due Friday
2. Cafeteria creative writing was due last week - some students have not handed in
3. Terry Fox summary was due TWO weeks ago - still waiting for a couple to come in
In Math :
1. All angle and triangle math is due tomorrow
2. Geometry review sheets are due Friday
In Art :
1. Terry Fox shoe activities are past due
Hope this helps when you ask your kids what is due and they answer : "All my homework is done"
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Community Connection
Community Connection
One of the activities that I wanted to pursue with 8D this year, was a connection to our Erin/Hillsburgh community. We have the opportunity to visit the seniors program at Centre 2000 once or twice a month, starting next week. The visits will include visiting and talking with the seniors, playing games/cards with the community members, and also learning about the lives and backgrounds of the seniors we visit with. Eventually, this will lead us to the writing of a community members’ biography.
At the beginning of the school year, each parent filled out a blue walking-permission form that allows the students to make trips to Centre 2000, so a form will not be necessary for our Centre 2000 excursions. Our first visit to meet the seniors will be next Monday afternoon, for an hour. Any parents wishing to join us are more than welcome. If you have any questions, please call me at the school or leave a note in the agenda.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Happy Erin Fall Fair and Thanksgiving!
Another week is flying by and I can tell by the buzz in the air that the Erin Fall Fair and Thanksgiving is coming quickly!
We had an awesome day at the Grade 8 Career Day!! I think the kids really got their eyes open to how many options there are for post-secondary opportunities!
We have been quite busy in Room 18... getting things finished that need to be finished....starting new things and working away on others.
Here's a glance at our week so far :
In Language , the kids have been working through their first "Language Rotations". We have been working on writing Terry Fox news article summaries, we have been working on descriptive and detailed writing, current events and reading the news, and have also been working on small novel studies in our guided reading sessions. We have been working on the writing process as well : brainstorming, organizing thoughts, writing rough copies, self-editing, peer editing, teacher conferencing and then students move onto a good copy. Good copies can be typed or written.
In Math, we have completed Internal Angle Theory of triangles, and will be working on a culminating activity that involves designing a geometry logo for a business. The kids will also have a test on Tuesday when they return, that covers our entire geometry unit.
In History we are moving through the causes of Confederation, and the three conferences that led up to the signing of the Dominion of Canada.
In Phys-ed/ Health, we have finished soccer and have moved onto basketball. In health, we continue on with healthy eating. The kids have been much better at bringing in proper gym attire this week - awesome!
Mr. O'Neil, our teacher candidate has been observing and helping out in our classroom, and this week he will be teaching some of our history and art lessons. We wish him luck!
Art work created by 8D has been sent over to the fair - check out the displays to find the kids' art!
I hope everyone has an amazing Thanksgiving! Enjoy the time with family and friends!
Miss Waddell
We had an awesome day at the Grade 8 Career Day!! I think the kids really got their eyes open to how many options there are for post-secondary opportunities!
We have been quite busy in Room 18... getting things finished that need to be finished....starting new things and working away on others.
Here's a glance at our week so far :
In Language , the kids have been working through their first "Language Rotations". We have been working on writing Terry Fox news article summaries, we have been working on descriptive and detailed writing, current events and reading the news, and have also been working on small novel studies in our guided reading sessions. We have been working on the writing process as well : brainstorming, organizing thoughts, writing rough copies, self-editing, peer editing, teacher conferencing and then students move onto a good copy. Good copies can be typed or written.
In Math, we have completed Internal Angle Theory of triangles, and will be working on a culminating activity that involves designing a geometry logo for a business. The kids will also have a test on Tuesday when they return, that covers our entire geometry unit.
In History we are moving through the causes of Confederation, and the three conferences that led up to the signing of the Dominion of Canada.
In Phys-ed/ Health, we have finished soccer and have moved onto basketball. In health, we continue on with healthy eating. The kids have been much better at bringing in proper gym attire this week - awesome!
Mr. O'Neil, our teacher candidate has been observing and helping out in our classroom, and this week he will be teaching some of our history and art lessons. We wish him luck!
Art work created by 8D has been sent over to the fair - check out the displays to find the kids' art!
I hope everyone has an amazing Thanksgiving! Enjoy the time with family and friends!
Miss Waddell
Friday, October 4, 2013
Awesome week!
Congratulations on a great week 8D!
Photos went well..... classes were smooth and engaging......homework was handed in on time......
Yahoo!
We are headed to the Orangeville fair grounds for the grade 8 Career Day on Tuesday. Vendors, local businesses and services, educators, and interactive booths will be available to the kids to explore many careers options and opportunities. We leave at 9:00am and return by 12:30pm - parent volunteers are welcome!
Reminders :
Terry Fox shoe art is due Monday
"Cafeteria" creative writing good copies can be sent over the cloud by Tuesday
No math homework this weekend!
French postcards are due next week.
Friday is a PA day - before Thanksgiving weekend.
Have a great weekend!!!!
Miss Waddell
Photos went well..... classes were smooth and engaging......homework was handed in on time......
Yahoo!
We are headed to the Orangeville fair grounds for the grade 8 Career Day on Tuesday. Vendors, local businesses and services, educators, and interactive booths will be available to the kids to explore many careers options and opportunities. We leave at 9:00am and return by 12:30pm - parent volunteers are welcome!
Reminders :
Terry Fox shoe art is due Monday
"Cafeteria" creative writing good copies can be sent over the cloud by Tuesday
No math homework this weekend!
French postcards are due next week.
Friday is a PA day - before Thanksgiving weekend.
Have a great weekend!!!!
Miss Waddell
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Reminders:)
Booster Juice smoothies went over very well today! What a great treat !
The kids are off to a great start this week!
Some reminders :
Gardasil/HPV needles are tomorrow for our female students.
Picture Day is on Thursday
Next Tuesday, we will be heading to the Orangeville fair grounds for the grade 8 Career Fair. Many vendors/employers will be there for the students to talk to about the many different career paths available to them in the future. We leave at 9:00am and return to school at 12:00pm. Parents are more than welcome to join us.... and permission forms will be coming home soon.
Optical art was due yesterday - some kids still need to hand this in!
Happy Wednesday!
Miss Waddell
The kids are off to a great start this week!
Some reminders :
Gardasil/HPV needles are tomorrow for our female students.
Picture Day is on Thursday
Next Tuesday, we will be heading to the Orangeville fair grounds for the grade 8 Career Fair. Many vendors/employers will be there for the students to talk to about the many different career paths available to them in the future. We leave at 9:00am and return to school at 12:00pm. Parents are more than welcome to join us.... and permission forms will be coming home soon.
Optical art was due yesterday - some kids still need to hand this in!
Happy Wednesday!
Miss Waddell
Friday, September 27, 2013
Awesome!!!!
We had an awesome day today......an awesome week overall......AWESOME!
The math quiz was today, and most kids finished. Those who require more time will have time to finish on Monday.
Reminders :
Optical art is due on Monday.
HPV needles for the girls is Wednesday, October 2nd.
Picture day is Thursday, October 3rd
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
The math quiz was today, and most kids finished. Those who require more time will have time to finish on Monday.
Reminders :
Optical art is due on Monday.
HPV needles for the girls is Wednesday, October 2nd.
Picture day is Thursday, October 3rd
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Great Week!
We have had a busy week in room 18!
Our week began with an awesome trip to Island Lake! The pond study and cooperative games were great! The class had such a positive experience!
Pictures coming soon!
Last night we had another wonderful Open House! It was so busy...and so nice to meet everyone! Thank you for stopping by room 18!
Curriculum updates :
In language we are working on our summarizing skills. The students have been practicing how to take a large piece of written material and bring it down to a suitable size. Not an easy feat! We will spend a bit more time on this and then move on to some "longer" pieces of writing. This week, the reading component, and our art activities have centred around Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope. (See below for run details).
In math we are well into our triangle (geometry) unit and have begun learning about the interior angle theory. The kids will have a quiz on Friday, and a unit test by the end of next week.
In history our focus is still on Confederation and we will be taking a closer look at the Fathers of Confederation.
We have been working on our soccer skills in gym, and have also been playing cooperative games. Soon, we will move into a basketball unit, and we will begin our healthy eating unit in health studies.
In art we have been designing optical illusions, and today we worked on a Terry Fox art activity that involved designing a running shoe that symbolizes his Marathon of Hope.
I have been meeting with the parents of those kid who have IEP's. If you have not received a notice regarding this, please contact me at school or drop a note in your child's agenda.
Reminders:
The Terry Fox run is tomorrow during periods 5 and 6.....
HPV needles for the girls is Wednesday, October 2nd.
Picture day is Thursday, October 3rd
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Our week began with an awesome trip to Island Lake! The pond study and cooperative games were great! The class had such a positive experience!
Pictures coming soon!
Last night we had another wonderful Open House! It was so busy...and so nice to meet everyone! Thank you for stopping by room 18!
Curriculum updates :
In language we are working on our summarizing skills. The students have been practicing how to take a large piece of written material and bring it down to a suitable size. Not an easy feat! We will spend a bit more time on this and then move on to some "longer" pieces of writing. This week, the reading component, and our art activities have centred around Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope. (See below for run details).
In math we are well into our triangle (geometry) unit and have begun learning about the interior angle theory. The kids will have a quiz on Friday, and a unit test by the end of next week.
In history our focus is still on Confederation and we will be taking a closer look at the Fathers of Confederation.
We have been working on our soccer skills in gym, and have also been playing cooperative games. Soon, we will move into a basketball unit, and we will begin our healthy eating unit in health studies.
In art we have been designing optical illusions, and today we worked on a Terry Fox art activity that involved designing a running shoe that symbolizes his Marathon of Hope.
I have been meeting with the parents of those kid who have IEP's. If you have not received a notice regarding this, please contact me at school or drop a note in your child's agenda.
Reminders:
The Terry Fox run is tomorrow during periods 5 and 6.....
HPV needles for the girls is Wednesday, October 2nd.
Picture day is Thursday, October 3rd
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Sunday, September 22, 2013
Island Lake!
Remember that the kids are going to Island Lake Conservation Area tomorrow for a day of cooperative games and a science-related pond study.
The weather tomorrow looks GREAT! Please make sure the kids have snacks (lunch is provided), a change of clothes.... perhaps a pair of rubber boots......sunscreen.....
The bus leaves in the morning at 9:00 am and we return at 3:00pm.
Looking forward to it!
Miss Waddell
The weather tomorrow looks GREAT! Please make sure the kids have snacks (lunch is provided), a change of clothes.... perhaps a pair of rubber boots......sunscreen.....
The bus leaves in the morning at 9:00 am and we return at 3:00pm.
Looking forward to it!
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
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!
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 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.
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
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Wow!
Almost another week has flown by here at EPS!
The kids have been quite busy!
We have been writing, creating angles, reading humorous tales, playing cooperative games, creating funky pieces of art, honing our soccer skills....the list goes on.
The kids have a bit of homework tonight : they need to finish the good copy of their writing piece : Max's Deli. And a couple kids still need to complete art assignments.
This week, all students have been on a school computer to log on to the network, and onto UGCloud. The Cloud is a fantastic, safe, and multi-faceted program for the kids to use to complete assignments, communicate with teachers and peers, and to create projects online. If you aren't sure what the cloud is, ask your child :)
Please ensure that all walking forms, lunch procedure sheets, consent forms, and Parent Brag sheets have been returned to the school by Monday.
I would like to meet with all IEP students and their parents over the next two weeks, to go over the IEP and to discuss the best way to program for your son or daughter. I will be sending a note home soon regarding the best time and date to meet.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
The kids have been quite busy!
We have been writing, creating angles, reading humorous tales, playing cooperative games, creating funky pieces of art, honing our soccer skills....the list goes on.
The kids have a bit of homework tonight : they need to finish the good copy of their writing piece : Max's Deli. And a couple kids still need to complete art assignments.
This week, all students have been on a school computer to log on to the network, and onto UGCloud. The Cloud is a fantastic, safe, and multi-faceted program for the kids to use to complete assignments, communicate with teachers and peers, and to create projects online. If you aren't sure what the cloud is, ask your child :)
Please ensure that all walking forms, lunch procedure sheets, consent forms, and Parent Brag sheets have been returned to the school by Monday.
I would like to meet with all IEP students and their parents over the next two weeks, to go over the IEP and to discuss the best way to program for your son or daughter. I will be sending a note home soon regarding the best time and date to meet.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Monday, September 9, 2013
Quick Reminders....
Parents : your homework is due tomorrow :)
The Brag sheets are due tomorrow...Wednesday at the latest!
Students : maps of Canada are due at the end of our history period tomorrow. Art assignments are due on Wednesday - many kids have handed them in already.
All other paper work is due back at school by the end of the week. These forms include : blue walking forms, yellow lunch forms, white consent forms, and the small tear-aways requesting our school newsletter in a digital/email format.
Have a great night!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
The Brag sheets are due tomorrow...Wednesday at the latest!
Students : maps of Canada are due at the end of our history period tomorrow. Art assignments are due on Wednesday - many kids have handed them in already.
All other paper work is due back at school by the end of the week. These forms include : blue walking forms, yellow lunch forms, white consent forms, and the small tear-aways requesting our school newsletter in a digital/email format.
Have a great night!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Thursday, September 5, 2013
First Week Was Great!
Congratulations to 8D on a fantastic first week back at Erin P.S.
The year is off to a great start!
Already the kids have been busy - getting to know each other, figuring out their classes and teachers, and learning the expectations of grade 8.
Thank you for sending back all forms and information sheets with the students. A few more parents have to finish and hand in their homework : the Parent Brag Sheet - they are due next Tuesday :)
I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend,
Take care,
Miss Waddell
The year is off to a great start!
Already the kids have been busy - getting to know each other, figuring out their classes and teachers, and learning the expectations of grade 8.
Thank you for sending back all forms and information sheets with the students. A few more parents have to finish and hand in their homework : the Parent Brag Sheet - they are due next Tuesday :)
I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend,
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Monday, September 2, 2013
Welcome Back!
Dear
Parents and Guardians,
Welcome back! I hope everyone
had a wonderful summer! I would like to
introduce myself to you as your child’s grade 8 core/homeroom teacher. My name is Carolynne Waddell and I have been
teaching at Erin Public School for 13 years.
I am really looking forward to teaching the grade 8’s – we are going to
have an amazing year!
Over the next few months, our
goal is to meet the expectations of the Ontario Curriculum, and of course to
make sure the students settle into Erin Public School routines and activities
comfortably. I will be teaching the
following subjects to your child/children : Language, Math, Geography, History,
Phys-ed and Drama, and Visual Art.
·
The language arts program will consist of grammar, creative writing and reading,
persuasive writing novel studies, media studies, book reports (one per term),
and many other language-based activities.
The students will be working in small groups, guided reading groups, and
whole-class lessons and discussions.
·
The math program will cover many areas of study – starting off with
a geometry unit that focuses on line segments, rays, congruent and similar
figures, obtuse, acute and reflex angles.
·
We will be covering history term one and will then move into the
geography program in term two. Our first history unit will begin with a look at
the Confederation of our country. The focus in social studies this year will be
project-based learning. What is PBL? According to Edutopia : “Project-based
learning is a dynamic approach to teaching in which students explore real-world
problems and challenges. With this type of active and engaged learning,
students are inspired to obtain a deeper knowledge of the subjects they're
studying.”
·
In phys-ed we will begin with team-building games, leadership skills
and soccer skills. The culminating task for the team-building/leadership unit
will be to design, practice, and carry-out a warm-up activity and a
team-builder activity to a Junior or Primary class. Health will focus on
healthy body image, and healthy eating.
·
In drama, we will be starting with small comedic skits.
·
In visual arts we will explore cartooning and sketching.
This term, 8D will have the pleasure of hosting a
Teacher Candidate from Wilfred Laurier University. He will be in the classroom on Tuesdays and
Wednesdays. We welcome him, and I’m sure
you will meet him during our open house.
During our first day of school, the students and I
discussed classroom rules and expectations that will be followed over the
entire school year. Please ask your
child to go over these with you. They
are posted in the room at all times. My
overall focus for the class is for the students to enjoy a happy, cooperative,
and respectful learning environment.
Each student has been given an
agenda, which will be used on a daily basis to record homework. Please look over the agenda with your child
to review the day’s events, and sign in the place provided. Agendas will be checked on a frequent basis
to ensure that they are being taken home and used properly. I will also be using these books as a means
of communication with you. Please feel free to write any notes or concerns in
the agenda. Another form of communication is our class blog. At www.misswaddell7.blogspot.com
, you can check for up-coming
classroom activities and assignments.
The blog will also be updated on a regular basis.
I look forward to meeting you at
our Open House on September 24th! If you
have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at the school or
write a note in your child’s agenda.
Take
Care,
Miss Waddell
Sunday, September 1, 2013
September 2013!!!
Welcome Back!
I hope everyone had a fabulous summer! I enjoyed spending time up north at the cottage, and running around Calgary, Canmore, and parts of B.C.!
I am very excited to start the 2013-14 school year! See you on Tuesday!
Miss Waddell
I hope everyone had a fabulous summer! I enjoyed spending time up north at the cottage, and running around Calgary, Canmore, and parts of B.C.!
I am very excited to start the 2013-14 school year! See you on Tuesday!
Miss Waddell
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Thank you!!!
Thank you to all of the fantastic kids AND their parents in 8D! We have had a great year! Thank you for being AWESOME! Take care and have a wonderful summer!!
Miss Waddell
Miss Waddell
Monday, June 24, 2013
Last Week!
We are wrapping things up this week!
Take a look at our dancers! A little Zumba anyone????
Reports go home tomorrow - please review with your child and return third pages to the school before Thursday.
Take a look at our dancers! A little Zumba anyone????
Reports go home tomorrow - please review with your child and return third pages to the school before Thursday.
Sunday, June 16, 2013
AWESOME TRIP!
The Grade 8's had a WONDERFUL time in Ottawa and Montreal! From the haunted jail tour, to the National Art Gallery, the Byward Market, Old Montreal, The Bidome, the boat cruise, rock climbing.... a great time was had by all!
Well done grade 8's !!!!!
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Updates!
The grade 8 trip is next week!!! Everything is coming together : rooming groups have been assigned, bus lists have gone out, packing lists have gone out ..... we are ready to go!!!
Please be at the school at 7:00 am Monday, so we can leave by 7:15 am! VERY EXCITING!!!!
Itineraries have been sent home with the kids - these itineraries have all telephone numbers and contact information that you will need, should you need to reach your child.
Speech competitions will be taking place tomorrow (Thursday) , in the small gym. Any parents wanting to see/hear them are more than welcome to join us. They will most likely begin at 2:00pm. Participants from our class include : Alana, Riley B, Colleen, and Samantha H. Good luck!!
For any students not attending the grade 8 trip - it will be school as normal. Mr Primeau will be teaching those students.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at the school.
Take care everyone and see you Monday!
Miss Waddell
Please be at the school at 7:00 am Monday, so we can leave by 7:15 am! VERY EXCITING!!!!
Itineraries have been sent home with the kids - these itineraries have all telephone numbers and contact information that you will need, should you need to reach your child.
Speech competitions will be taking place tomorrow (Thursday) , in the small gym. Any parents wanting to see/hear them are more than welcome to join us. They will most likely begin at 2:00pm. Participants from our class include : Alana, Riley B, Colleen, and Samantha H. Good luck!!
For any students not attending the grade 8 trip - it will be school as normal. Mr Primeau will be teaching those students.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at the school.
Take care everyone and see you Monday!
Miss Waddell
Sunday, June 2, 2013
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Letter About Grade 8 Graduation!
Dear
Parents, Guardians and Grads!
Can
you believe that Grade 8 Graduation is just around the corner! The grade 8’s and their grad committee have
been working so hard to bring the best ceremony and celebration to the entire
grade 8 student body. This letter is to inform you about the up-coming events
at school that will help to prepare your Grad for their special day. Graduation
will take place on Wednesday, June 26th at 6:30pm sharp. We ask that all graduating students arrive at
6:00pm to begin procession organization. Following the ceremony, there will be
time for photos with family and friends. The dance will take place in the big
gym after photos and will go until 10:30pm. Ensure that your child has a ride
home and can be picked up at the front office doors. Please note : The
morning of June 26th, there will be a very important graduation
rehearsal from 9:00am to 10:25am. Girls may wish to bring the shoes that
they plan on wearing in the evening, as we practice walking onto and off of the
stage. If you wish to pick your child up
early that day, they will need a signed note with permission to leave school
grounds – no phone calls will be made to get permission.
Traditionally,
each grade 8 homeroom is responsible for bringing in a snack/beverage for the
graduation dance. If you wish to have your containers back, please ensure that
the container is labeled with your name, and these containers must be picked up
either that evening or the last day of school.
In past years, each student has paid a $20 fee for the dance and all
graduation festivities. This year, our
student Grad Committee has worked hard to reduce the cost to $10 per grad.
Please send payment with your child, on or before Tuesday, June 4th.
Snack list :
F8A
(Poliseno) – drinks – juice, water or pop
8B
(Sehl) – desserts, squares
8D
(Waddell) – fruit/veggie trays
8E
(Primeau) - munchies – chips, popcorn,
pretzels
8C
(Reilly) - cheese and crackers
Due
to seating limitations and fire regulations, we have enough tickets for 2 per
grad student. Tickets will be sent home
on Monday, June 17th. It is imperative that your child take
responsibility for these tickets, as tickets will not be re-issued.
The
students chose Viva Las Vegas as the theme of graduation this year. The
decorating committee is in need of fake palm trees, real trees, dice, cards,
red carpet, paper for giant poker chips and slot machines… anything else that
goes along with the Las Vegas theme . If you have any of these items around
your home, or know where we could find these items – please contact Miss
Waddell, Mrs. McDonald, Ms. Poliseno or Mrs. Reilly at the school. (519)
833-9685. Any parent volunteers interested in helping plan or decorate for
grad, please let us know.
We
look forward to seeing all of you on June 26th! If you have any
questions or concerns, please contact us at the school.
Sincerely,
The
grade 8 Grad Committee
Saturday, May 25, 2013
Last Week of May!
This week is a busy one!
Here's what's up in Room 18:
Thursday is City track and field at the University of Guelph - students will be notified by Monday as to whether or not they are competing, and what even they will be competing in.
Thursday is also the Arts trip to Canada's Wonderland. The cast of Annie and the grade 7/8 band is headed to Wonderland to perform.
This week, we will be working our way through many units : in language we are finishing our magazines with only a movie review and a feature article left to do. We also continue with our novel study Hit and Run , by Nora McLintock. Grade 8 speech competitions will take place on Friday - and we have four students competing! In math, we are still working on our integers unit. In geography we are studying economic systems, and our "Promote your City" projects. In phys-ed, we start ultimate frisbee skills, and in health, Mrs. Fairfield ( our child and youth worker) has been visiting our class to discuss cyber bullying, positive uses of technology, healthy relationships.
On Friday, the kids received their rooming information for the grade 8 trip, and soon to follow will be their bus lists. The next and last installment for the trip is June 4th. Any student who fundraised above and beyond the cost of their trip, will receive a reimbursement.
If you have any questions about the information in this post , please contact me at the school :)
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Here's what's up in Room 18:
Thursday is City track and field at the University of Guelph - students will be notified by Monday as to whether or not they are competing, and what even they will be competing in.
Thursday is also the Arts trip to Canada's Wonderland. The cast of Annie and the grade 7/8 band is headed to Wonderland to perform.
This week, we will be working our way through many units : in language we are finishing our magazines with only a movie review and a feature article left to do. We also continue with our novel study Hit and Run , by Nora McLintock. Grade 8 speech competitions will take place on Friday - and we have four students competing! In math, we are still working on our integers unit. In geography we are studying economic systems, and our "Promote your City" projects. In phys-ed, we start ultimate frisbee skills, and in health, Mrs. Fairfield ( our child and youth worker) has been visiting our class to discuss cyber bullying, positive uses of technology, healthy relationships.
On Friday, the kids received their rooming information for the grade 8 trip, and soon to follow will be their bus lists. The next and last installment for the trip is June 4th. Any student who fundraised above and beyond the cost of their trip, will receive a reimbursement.
If you have any questions about the information in this post , please contact me at the school :)
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Track!
So far, track and field is a go.....
We may get in as much as possible.....
I will keep you posted:)
Miss W.
We may get in as much as possible.....
I will keep you posted:)
Miss W.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Congrats!
Congratulations to all of our badminton team members and the cast members of Annie! You all did an amazing job at your respective activities this week!!!!
The week is winding down.... and a few things are finishing :
In math, we are finished with Pythagorean Theorum, and moving on to integers.
In language, we are completing our magazines , and moving on to our final novel study : Hit and Run by Nora McLintock.
Next week is busy too : holiday on Monday, and track and field on Wednesday!
Take care and have a wonderful long weekend!
Miss Waddell
The week is winding down.... and a few things are finishing :
In math, we are finished with Pythagorean Theorum, and moving on to integers.
In language, we are completing our magazines , and moving on to our final novel study : Hit and Run by Nora McLintock.
Next week is busy too : holiday on Monday, and track and field on Wednesday!
Take care and have a wonderful long weekend!
Miss Waddell
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Wow!
What a busy week! So busy that I haven't had a chance to update the blog!
Here's what happened in room 18 this week!
Speeches went SO well! Everyone delivered their speech to the class, and the class voted on four finalists to represent 8D in the grade 8 speech competition at the end of May. The finalists are : Sam H., Colleen S., Riley B., and Alana D.! I will keep you posted about the date of the competition - it is to be determined.
Our magazines are rolling along really well : feature articles, product advertisements, book reviews and covers are due at the end of this week.
In math, we are plugging away with Pythagorean Theorum..... practice makes perfect! We have been problem solving all week, and will have a unit test, before moving on to integers by the end of this week.
In geography, we have been discussing population density, land use, and rural and urban living. The kids have chosen a city to research and are using this research to "promote" their city on a commercial, i-movie, brochure, or poster. This activity will be due at the end of May.
In phys-ed, we have been focused on track and field, as our school meet is on May 22nd. The Guelph city track and field day is May 30th, with a rain date of May 31st.
The cast of Annie and the grade 7/8 band attended the Dufferin Youth Arts Festival this past Thursday , and their performance was outstanding!!!
The badminton team has been practicing all week! The team heads to Fergus on Tuesday to represent Erin P.S. at the regional tournament. Good luck!
A quick reminder : second installments for the grade 8 trip were due yesterday. All fundraising notifications were also sent home to parents. Evolve Tours will notify you this week in regards to how much money you have owing for your child's trip.
I hope everyone has a wonderful Mother's Day weekend!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Here's what happened in room 18 this week!
Speeches went SO well! Everyone delivered their speech to the class, and the class voted on four finalists to represent 8D in the grade 8 speech competition at the end of May. The finalists are : Sam H., Colleen S., Riley B., and Alana D.! I will keep you posted about the date of the competition - it is to be determined.
Our magazines are rolling along really well : feature articles, product advertisements, book reviews and covers are due at the end of this week.
In math, we are plugging away with Pythagorean Theorum..... practice makes perfect! We have been problem solving all week, and will have a unit test, before moving on to integers by the end of this week.
In geography, we have been discussing population density, land use, and rural and urban living. The kids have chosen a city to research and are using this research to "promote" their city on a commercial, i-movie, brochure, or poster. This activity will be due at the end of May.
In phys-ed, we have been focused on track and field, as our school meet is on May 22nd. The Guelph city track and field day is May 30th, with a rain date of May 31st.
The cast of Annie and the grade 7/8 band attended the Dufferin Youth Arts Festival this past Thursday , and their performance was outstanding!!!
The badminton team has been practicing all week! The team heads to Fergus on Tuesday to represent Erin P.S. at the regional tournament. Good luck!
A quick reminder : second installments for the grade 8 trip were due yesterday. All fundraising notifications were also sent home to parents. Evolve Tours will notify you this week in regards to how much money you have owing for your child's trip.
I hope everyone has a wonderful Mother's Day weekend!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Friday, May 3, 2013
Sunshine!
Tree planting this week was soggy but fun - see pics!
Speeches are well underway, and so far they are great!
In math, the kids are rolling along with the Pythagorean Theorum.....
And in phys-ed, we are practicing our track and field skills!
I hope everyone enjoys the sunshine this weekend!
Miss Waddell
Speeches are well underway, and so far they are great!
In math, the kids are rolling along with the Pythagorean Theorum.....
And in phys-ed, we are practicing our track and field skills!
I hope everyone enjoys the sunshine this weekend!
Miss Waddell
Monday, April 29, 2013
Tree Planting!
The Grade 8's are going tree planting tomorrow in the morning from 9 - 12..... it looks like it's going to be a great day!
Honey orders are being delivered tomorrow (Tuesday), and the school will be open after 3:15pm for parents to pick up larger orders.
Chocolate bars sales and popcorn sales are moving along well .....
Here are some up-coming dates :
Friday, May 10th : second installment of grade 8 trip $ due ( we will provide fundraising supplement information before this date)
Tuesday, May 13th : Badminton tournament at Centre Wellington District High School (for those who have made the team)
Thursday, May 30th : Guelph City Track and Field - our school track and field date will be posted soon - probably two weeks prior to City Track.
Academic Snapshot :
Language : speeches begin Thursday morning....the kids are working through their magazine projects and they look great!
Math : we are learning about the Pythagorean Theorum!! If you aren't sure exactly what this is - ask the kids :)
Geography : we are studying population density, cities and urbanization. The kids will be researching the characteristics of certain cities from around the world, and will be presenting their findings to the class.
Phys-ed : track and field practice, lacrosse, and ultimate frisbee....whew!
Busy times!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Honey orders are being delivered tomorrow (Tuesday), and the school will be open after 3:15pm for parents to pick up larger orders.
Chocolate bars sales and popcorn sales are moving along well .....
Here are some up-coming dates :
Friday, May 10th : second installment of grade 8 trip $ due ( we will provide fundraising supplement information before this date)
Tuesday, May 13th : Badminton tournament at Centre Wellington District High School (for those who have made the team)
Thursday, May 30th : Guelph City Track and Field - our school track and field date will be posted soon - probably two weeks prior to City Track.
Academic Snapshot :
Language : speeches begin Thursday morning....the kids are working through their magazine projects and they look great!
Math : we are learning about the Pythagorean Theorum!! If you aren't sure exactly what this is - ask the kids :)
Geography : we are studying population density, cities and urbanization. The kids will be researching the characteristics of certain cities from around the world, and will be presenting their findings to the class.
Phys-ed : track and field practice, lacrosse, and ultimate frisbee....whew!
Busy times!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Erinspiration!
This week is a busy one!
We celebrate Erin PS and our communities - local and global - and have many activities planned that are linked to the community in which we live.
Yesterday , we had a visit and presentation from Chris Bard - captain of the Canadian Snowbirds - who spoke about having the drive and determination to reach your dreams! An excellent presentation!
Today, our Theme of the Day: Include Others and Don’t Tolerate Bullying! We have an all school slide show, a vow of silence, wear pink campaign, and $2 donations being raised for the building/materials for a school in Africa.
Tomorrow, the grade 8's are headed to the high school for grade 9 orientation. We will be walking over at 10:45 am and returning at 12:45 pm.
HONEY ORDERS : we supposed to be picked up tonight after school, HOWEVER, due to high demand of orders, the farm needs more time to bottle and package the honey. Pick up will be NEXT week. I will keep you posted!
Up-coming dates :
Monday : The kids are starting their speeches
Tuesday : The kids are going tree planting for their Earth Day activities
More information to be posted throughout the week :)
Miss Waddell
We celebrate Erin PS and our communities - local and global - and have many activities planned that are linked to the community in which we live.
Yesterday , we had a visit and presentation from Chris Bard - captain of the Canadian Snowbirds - who spoke about having the drive and determination to reach your dreams! An excellent presentation!
Today, our Theme of the Day: Include Others and Don’t Tolerate Bullying! We have an all school slide show, a vow of silence, wear pink campaign, and $2 donations being raised for the building/materials for a school in Africa.
Tomorrow, the grade 8's are headed to the high school for grade 9 orientation. We will be walking over at 10:45 am and returning at 12:45 pm.
HONEY ORDERS : we supposed to be picked up tonight after school, HOWEVER, due to high demand of orders, the farm needs more time to bottle and package the honey. Pick up will be NEXT week. I will keep you posted!
Up-coming dates :
Monday : The kids are starting their speeches
Tuesday : The kids are going tree planting for their Earth Day activities
More information to be posted throughout the week :)
Miss Waddell
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Great Week!
The kids have had a GREAT week!
Awesome things are going on in every subject!
I can't believe the quality of the speeches the kids are writing!!! And the math unit is going well!
Rugby clinics are taking place, and a lot of kids from 8D are involved....and the badminton team try-outs are next week.... which are also attracting the attention of 8D!
Great stuff!
Grade 8 Trip Update :
The grade 8's purchased over $5000.00 in honey sales which is awesome! Chocolate bar sales will begin next week.
A glance at next week :
Monday is a PA Day
On Wednesday and Thursday , we have gr. 9 Orientation at the Erin High School. The kids will be paired up with high school mentors and travel with them for the morning to "get a glimpse" of what high school life is like. When I know the exact day we are going - I will post it on the blog.
Take care everyone,
Miss Waddell
Awesome things are going on in every subject!
I can't believe the quality of the speeches the kids are writing!!! And the math unit is going well!
Rugby clinics are taking place, and a lot of kids from 8D are involved....and the badminton team try-outs are next week.... which are also attracting the attention of 8D!
Great stuff!
Grade 8 Trip Update :
The grade 8's purchased over $5000.00 in honey sales which is awesome! Chocolate bar sales will begin next week.
A glance at next week :
Monday is a PA Day
On Wednesday and Thursday , we have gr. 9 Orientation at the Erin High School. The kids will be paired up with high school mentors and travel with them for the morning to "get a glimpse" of what high school life is like. When I know the exact day we are going - I will post it on the blog.
Take care everyone,
Miss Waddell
Friday, April 12, 2013
Ice and Rain!
Wow - what unbelievable weather we have been having for April!
Nonetheless, another short week in room 18!
So here's the re-cap of what we have been up to:
Language : this week we worked on our speeches, magazine covers, and media unit. Last Friday Mrs. LeBlanc (our principal's wife) came in to talk to the kids about magazines and magazine article writing and editing. The experience was great and will definitely help the kids as they develop their own article-writing skills. We are tackling feature articles next week. Rough copies of speeches are going to be due next Wednesday.
Math : we have been learning about ratios, percents and decimals.....and just recently started unit rate.
Geography : we are talking about population distribution and the factors that affect where people live on the planet. The countries we have looked at : Switzerland, Norway, Brazil, and the continent of Africa.
Phys-ed : we are still working on rugby skills/game techniques with Michael, our co-op student, and have also been working on lacrosse this week. Michael is also running rugby clinics during breaks and the kids have been coming out to learn and hone their rugby skills!
Reminders :
The first installment of the grade 8 trip was due on Wednesday - $160.... cheques made out to Studentkind please! Everyone who registered their child to go on the trip has received an email that outlines the details of the trip and when the deposits are due. Fundraising is on-going...honey orders were due today, although that deadline will be extended to Monday.
Yearbook orders were due today as well, but due to the weather the due date will be extended to next week.
Have a great weekend!
Miss Waddell
Friday, April 5, 2013
Short Week!
It's been a short week but a busy one :)
This week, we have started some new things...finished up some other activities....
Here is what's going on in Room 18 :
Language : this week we worked on our speeches, magazine covers, and language rotations. Today, Mrs. LeBlanc (our principal's wife) is coming in to talk to the kids about magazines and magazine article writing and editing. She works in the magazine field and has A LOT of experience that she can share with the kids. Looking forward to it!
Math : we have completed our circles unit, and have moved right into ratios, percents and decimals.....not the easiest of topics, but one that the kids can work at :)
Geography : we are talking about population distribution and the factors that affect where people live on the planet.
Phys-ed : we are still working on rugby skills with Michael, our co-op student, and have also started ultimate frisbee and lacrosse.
Reminders :
The first installment of the grade 8 trip is due on Wednesday - $160.... cheques made out to Studentkind please! Everyone who registered their child to go on the trip has received an email that outlines the details of the trip and when the deposits are due. Fundraising is on-going...honey sales are going great and chocolate bars are coming soon!
Have a great weekend!
Miss Waddell
This week, we have started some new things...finished up some other activities....
Here is what's going on in Room 18 :
Language : this week we worked on our speeches, magazine covers, and language rotations. Today, Mrs. LeBlanc (our principal's wife) is coming in to talk to the kids about magazines and magazine article writing and editing. She works in the magazine field and has A LOT of experience that she can share with the kids. Looking forward to it!
Math : we have completed our circles unit, and have moved right into ratios, percents and decimals.....not the easiest of topics, but one that the kids can work at :)
Geography : we are talking about population distribution and the factors that affect where people live on the planet.
Phys-ed : we are still working on rugby skills with Michael, our co-op student, and have also started ultimate frisbee and lacrosse.
Reminders :
The first installment of the grade 8 trip is due on Wednesday - $160.... cheques made out to Studentkind please! Everyone who registered their child to go on the trip has received an email that outlines the details of the trip and when the deposits are due. Fundraising is on-going...honey sales are going great and chocolate bars are coming soon!
Have a great weekend!
Miss Waddell
Thursday, March 28, 2013
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Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Busy busy!
Although this week is a short week, it is a busy one!
Here is the scoop :
In language we are starting our speech unit. The kids will be doing speeches at the end of April, and right now we are going through the motions on how to pick good topics, and how to properly write a speech. We have been watching speeches and talking about appropriate topics, and by next Tuesday, the kids should comfortably choose the topic they will be discussing. We are also continuing with our magazine unit this week as well.
In math we are finishing our circles unit, with a culminating task instead of a big unit test. Next week, we are moving on to our fractions, decimals and percents unit.
In geography, we are concentrating on patterns of human settlement.
In gym, we are focusing on rugby skills and brand new fitness circuits, and in health we continue with our drug awareness unit.
Fundraising for the grade 8 trip is starting up again - with honey and chocolate bar sales information coming home soon. The tour company will be contacting all grade 8's over the next couple of weeks to discuss your payment plans and answer any questions should you have them.
If you have any questions, also feel free to contact me at the school.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Here is the scoop :
In language we are starting our speech unit. The kids will be doing speeches at the end of April, and right now we are going through the motions on how to pick good topics, and how to properly write a speech. We have been watching speeches and talking about appropriate topics, and by next Tuesday, the kids should comfortably choose the topic they will be discussing. We are also continuing with our magazine unit this week as well.
In math we are finishing our circles unit, with a culminating task instead of a big unit test. Next week, we are moving on to our fractions, decimals and percents unit.
In geography, we are concentrating on patterns of human settlement.
In gym, we are focusing on rugby skills and brand new fitness circuits, and in health we continue with our drug awareness unit.
Fundraising for the grade 8 trip is starting up again - with honey and chocolate bar sales information coming home soon. The tour company will be contacting all grade 8's over the next couple of weeks to discuss your payment plans and answer any questions should you have them.
If you have any questions, also feel free to contact me at the school.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Monday, March 18, 2013
Back at it!
Welcome back!
I hope everyone had a relaxing March Break!
We are back at it in room 18! Tomorrow we are going skating from 11:00am to 12:30pm at Centre 2000. Permission forms went home before the break, and must be here tomorrow for the kids to go skating. There is no cost this time :)
We started our magazine unit this morning, and this particular unit will continue all the way through to May! The kids will be doing activities like : designing their own magazine cover, writing feature articles, creating advertisements, writing movie and book reviews for their magazines... and the list goes on!
In math, we continue with the "circles" unit, focusing on the area of a circle. The kids will be getting their quiz on diameter/radius/circumference back tomorrow, and they will be bringing these tests home for you to look at. They did a great job on their quizzes!
In geography, we begin our migration unit, focusing on why people migrate, and to what areas of the world people migrate to the most.
In drama we continue with our humorous fairy-tale skits.
In phys-ed we continue with our fitness circuits and our rugby clinics.
Have a great start to the week!!
Miss Waddell
I hope everyone had a relaxing March Break!
We are back at it in room 18! Tomorrow we are going skating from 11:00am to 12:30pm at Centre 2000. Permission forms went home before the break, and must be here tomorrow for the kids to go skating. There is no cost this time :)
We started our magazine unit this morning, and this particular unit will continue all the way through to May! The kids will be doing activities like : designing their own magazine cover, writing feature articles, creating advertisements, writing movie and book reviews for their magazines... and the list goes on!
In math, we continue with the "circles" unit, focusing on the area of a circle. The kids will be getting their quiz on diameter/radius/circumference back tomorrow, and they will be bringing these tests home for you to look at. They did a great job on their quizzes!
In geography, we begin our migration unit, focusing on why people migrate, and to what areas of the world people migrate to the most.
In drama we continue with our humorous fairy-tale skits.
In phys-ed we continue with our fitness circuits and our rugby clinics.
Have a great start to the week!!
Miss Waddell
Friday, March 8, 2013
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Skating!
Skating went so well today - the kids were great!!!
They were so good - we are looking into booking more ice time at the arena after the March Break.
Pictures will be posted soon!
The good copies for the persuasive essays are due tomorrow.....
We also have some Pi-Day activities planned for the kids on Friday.... some are a surprise but I can tell you that one activity involves measuring the circumference of a certain edible food!!!
I hope everyone has a great March Break!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
They were so good - we are looking into booking more ice time at the arena after the March Break.
Pictures will be posted soon!
The good copies for the persuasive essays are due tomorrow.....
We also have some Pi-Day activities planned for the kids on Friday.... some are a surprise but I can tell you that one activity involves measuring the circumference of a certain edible food!!!
I hope everyone has a great March Break!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Monday, March 4, 2013
Monday!
Happy Monday everyone!
Just a reminder that the movie fundraiser will take place today in the small gym period 6 and 7 for a donation of $5.
Also, skating permission forms went home last week, for our trip to the arena this Thursday....parents are more than welcome to attend. Our class has the ice from 12:30 - 1:30 on Thursday.
Rough copies of the kids' persuasive essays are due in class tomorrow.
Have a great start to the week!
Miss Waddell
Just a reminder that the movie fundraiser will take place today in the small gym period 6 and 7 for a donation of $5.
Also, skating permission forms went home last week, for our trip to the arena this Thursday....parents are more than welcome to attend. Our class has the ice from 12:30 - 1:30 on Thursday.
Rough copies of the kids' persuasive essays are due in class tomorrow.
Have a great start to the week!
Miss Waddell
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Friday!
Just a reminder that the grade 8 trip deposit is due TOMORROW. Please make a $ 50 cheque payable to Erin Public School.
Also - we are going to be headed to the arena next Thursday afternoon to go skating for our phys-ed period. More information will be coming home tomorrow - ANY parents are welcome to join us!
The movie afternoon that was supposed to take place on Wednesday is now taking place on Monday.
Have a great weekend!!!
Miss Waddell
Also - we are going to be headed to the arena next Thursday afternoon to go skating for our phys-ed period. More information will be coming home tomorrow - ANY parents are welcome to join us!
The movie afternoon that was supposed to take place on Wednesday is now taking place on Monday.
Have a great weekend!!!
Miss Waddell
Monday, February 25, 2013
This Week!
In Room 18.....
In math, we are working on finding the area of circles. We start learning about Pi and how it relates to diameter and radius...and finding the circumference of a circle. The kids will be working on this unit right up until the March Break.
In language, we will continue with our media unit, and will be working on our persuasive writing as well. Rough copies are due at the end of this week, and good copies will be due next Friday - after the rough copies have been peer and self-edited.
In gym we are finishing floor hockey and will move onto our physical fitness unit on Wednesday!
In drama, we continue with our short skits (related to fairy tales and fables) , and the kids will be developing their own "written skit" over the next few drama periods.
A few reminders :
The grade 8 trip deposit is due on Friday
The grade 7/8 movie fundraiser is this Wednesday in the small gym - periods 6 and 7.
Take care and have a great start to the week!
Miss Waddell
In math, we are working on finding the area of circles. We start learning about Pi and how it relates to diameter and radius...and finding the circumference of a circle. The kids will be working on this unit right up until the March Break.
In language, we will continue with our media unit, and will be working on our persuasive writing as well. Rough copies are due at the end of this week, and good copies will be due next Friday - after the rough copies have been peer and self-edited.
In gym we are finishing floor hockey and will move onto our physical fitness unit on Wednesday!
In drama, we continue with our short skits (related to fairy tales and fables) , and the kids will be developing their own "written skit" over the next few drama periods.
A few reminders :
The grade 8 trip deposit is due on Friday
The grade 7/8 movie fundraiser is this Wednesday in the small gym - periods 6 and 7.
Take care and have a great start to the week!
Miss Waddell
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Thursday!
Here are a few updates and reminders for this week :
The grade 8 trip deposit check of $50 is due next Friday - March 1st - either in the office or to me.
A quick snap-shot of what is going on in Room 18 :
In language we are working on the rough copy of our persuasive essays. The final copies won't be due for another week at least, as the kids need time to self-edit, peer edit, and compose their final draft.
In math, we are working on measurement : metric conversion and the area of circles in particular. This math is a little bit challenging - but I am confident that the kids will be successful! And of course - the room will be open at breaks for any students that need extra help :)
In drama, we are turning classic fairy tales and fables in to real-life skits! This should be interesting!
In gym, we are ending our floor hockey unit, and beginning our fitness unit. The students are responsible for a ten-minute warm up (working in pairs) for a gym lesson this month. I am also looking into taking the class to the arena during a phys-ed period, to go skating :)
Any parents wanting to join us - feel free!
In health, we are studying drug awareness and prevention. This is a fairly heavy topic.... so if you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at the school.
Also :
Next Wednesday at 1:15pm, the Grade 8's are invited to "movie afternoon" in the small gym. The kids pay a $5 admission fee to see the movie The Princess Bride, and all proceeds go directly back to the school to purchase new I-pads.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
The grade 8 trip deposit check of $50 is due next Friday - March 1st - either in the office or to me.
A quick snap-shot of what is going on in Room 18 :
In language we are working on the rough copy of our persuasive essays. The final copies won't be due for another week at least, as the kids need time to self-edit, peer edit, and compose their final draft.
In math, we are working on measurement : metric conversion and the area of circles in particular. This math is a little bit challenging - but I am confident that the kids will be successful! And of course - the room will be open at breaks for any students that need extra help :)
In drama, we are turning classic fairy tales and fables in to real-life skits! This should be interesting!
In gym, we are ending our floor hockey unit, and beginning our fitness unit. The students are responsible for a ten-minute warm up (working in pairs) for a gym lesson this month. I am also looking into taking the class to the arena during a phys-ed period, to go skating :)
Any parents wanting to join us - feel free!
In health, we are studying drug awareness and prevention. This is a fairly heavy topic.... so if you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at the school.
Also :
Next Wednesday at 1:15pm, the Grade 8's are invited to "movie afternoon" in the small gym. The kids pay a $5 admission fee to see the movie The Princess Bride, and all proceeds go directly back to the school to purchase new I-pads.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Thursday, February 14, 2013
And....
...Here are some updates....
In Math we are finishing our Data Management unit and will move into metric conversion and Circles!
In Language, we are starting a media unit with many exciting activities coming up : creating persuasive advertisements, commercials, and jingles.
The kids are also working on their persuasive essays - which will be due in good copy next week.
In History, we have just about completed our second unit and will be moving into our third unit -Canada A Changing Society. By March 1st we will be starting our second term Geography units.
It was nice to see everyone at the grade 8 trip information meeting. If perhaps you couldn't make it, there are extra registration/information packages that will be sent home with the students. First payment (deposit) is due by March 1st.
Also : a reminder to have all third and fourth page tear-off portions of the report cards and envelopes back to school by tomorrow.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
In Math we are finishing our Data Management unit and will move into metric conversion and Circles!
In Language, we are starting a media unit with many exciting activities coming up : creating persuasive advertisements, commercials, and jingles.
The kids are also working on their persuasive essays - which will be due in good copy next week.
In History, we have just about completed our second unit and will be moving into our third unit -Canada A Changing Society. By March 1st we will be starting our second term Geography units.
It was nice to see everyone at the grade 8 trip information meeting. If perhaps you couldn't make it, there are extra registration/information packages that will be sent home with the students. First payment (deposit) is due by March 1st.
Also : a reminder to have all third and fourth page tear-off portions of the report cards and envelopes back to school by tomorrow.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Grade 8 Meeting
Grade 8 Trip Information Meeting is tonight at 7:00pm in the cafeteria!!! See you there!!
Miss Waddell
Miss Waddell
Sunday, February 10, 2013
SNOW!
So much snow!
I hope everyone enjoyed their extended weekend! And I hope everyone has dug out from all the snow!
Please go over the report card with your son/daughter and return all envelopes and third and fourth page tear-off portions to the school by Friday.
If you have any questions about the report cards, please contact me at the school at any time to set up a meeting.
Things are back to normal in Room 18.... carrying on with the units we have been working on.
Have a great weekend!
Miss Waddell
I hope everyone enjoyed their extended weekend! And I hope everyone has dug out from all the snow!
Please go over the report card with your son/daughter and return all envelopes and third and fourth page tear-off portions to the school by Friday.
If you have any questions about the report cards, please contact me at the school at any time to set up a meeting.
Things are back to normal in Room 18.... carrying on with the units we have been working on.
Have a great weekend!
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Thursday!
A few updates!!!
The grade 8 trip information meeting is now on Wednesday, February 13 at 7:00pm in the cafeteria.
Grad photos are due back at school on the 13th as well.
Report cards go home on Thursday. Please review the reports with your child, and return the fourth page AND envelope back to school by next week. If you have any questions regarding the report card, please contact me at the school and we can set up an interview.
Watch the weather on Friday - apparently we may be getting a HUGE storm!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
The grade 8 trip information meeting is now on Wednesday, February 13 at 7:00pm in the cafeteria.
Grad photos are due back at school on the 13th as well.
Report cards go home on Thursday. Please review the reports with your child, and return the fourth page AND envelope back to school by next week. If you have any questions regarding the report card, please contact me at the school and we can set up an interview.
Watch the weather on Friday - apparently we may be getting a HUGE storm!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Sunday, February 3, 2013
February!
This week, we have a lot going on in room 18.
History presentations continue on Monday and Tuesday.
In math, we continue with Data Management - the kids will be creating their own graphs, discussing bias in data collection, and will be finding mean, median and mode in a set of data.
In language, we will be working on our persuasive writing, and continuing with our language rotations.
In phys-ed we wrap up our floor hockey and badminton units this week.
Hopefully we will re-schedule our grade 8 parent information night for the grade 8 trip for sometime this week - i will keep you posted.
Grad photo orders are due next week.
Have a great start to the week!
Miss Waddell
History presentations continue on Monday and Tuesday.
In math, we continue with Data Management - the kids will be creating their own graphs, discussing bias in data collection, and will be finding mean, median and mode in a set of data.
In language, we will be working on our persuasive writing, and continuing with our language rotations.
In phys-ed we wrap up our floor hockey and badminton units this week.
Hopefully we will re-schedule our grade 8 parent information night for the grade 8 trip for sometime this week - i will keep you posted.
Grad photo orders are due next week.
Have a great start to the week!
Miss Waddell
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Meeting Postponed!!!
The grade 8 parent information meeting for the grade 8 trip, is cancelled tonight due to the poor weather. It will be rescheduled soon!
Meeting!
Just a reminder that the parent information meeting about the grade 8 trip is tonight at 7 in the cafeteria! See you there!
History presentations begin tomorrow - projects are due! The kids have one last period today to finish things up!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
History presentations begin tomorrow - projects are due! The kids have one last period today to finish things up!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Raining!
Can you believe it's raining in January!
The kids have been cooped up a lot recently due to bad weather - hopefully our weather settles down soon!
Not a whole lot to report in Room 18.... just a few reminders :
Friday - History assignments are to be presented with their partners
Culminating novel-study projects have all been handed in and they look great! We will be having a "sharing" period tomorrow, period 7 for all three classes tomorrow...so the kids can have a look at and appreciate each others work.
Erin District High School teachers visited today to discuss with the grade 8's their course selections for grade 9.... Those sheets will be handed in to the high school next week - should anyone need to make any last minute changes.
The kids will be headed to the high school in April for a tour/orientation session.
Thursday night is parent information night for the grade 8 trip. All grade 8 parents and students are welcome - the meeting starts at 7:00pm.
I hope everyone has a great week!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
The kids have been cooped up a lot recently due to bad weather - hopefully our weather settles down soon!
Not a whole lot to report in Room 18.... just a few reminders :
Friday - History assignments are to be presented with their partners
Culminating novel-study projects have all been handed in and they look great! We will be having a "sharing" period tomorrow, period 7 for all three classes tomorrow...so the kids can have a look at and appreciate each others work.
Erin District High School teachers visited today to discuss with the grade 8's their course selections for grade 9.... Those sheets will be handed in to the high school next week - should anyone need to make any last minute changes.
The kids will be headed to the high school in April for a tour/orientation session.
Thursday night is parent information night for the grade 8 trip. All grade 8 parents and students are welcome - the meeting starts at 7:00pm.
I hope everyone has a great week!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Friday, January 25, 2013
Friday!!
Another good week in Room 18!
Most culminating novel study activities have been handed in , and a few more will be coming in on Monday!!
In math we are investigating mean, median and mode...and how to read various types of graphs.
In phys-ed, our badminton tournament begins next week!
In history , the kids continue to work with their partners on their presentations...and the kids will begin to present on Friday.
On Tuesday, Erin District High School teachers and guidance counsellors will be at our school in the afternoon to visit with the grade 8's to go over the grade 9 courses available to the students, as well as what high school life is all about. I have gathered many of the yellow course selection sheets... and will be passing them on to the high school very soon. If you have any questions, please contact me at the school so we can chat.
Next Thursday evening, all students and parents are invited to our information night regarding the Grade 8 trip to Ottawa and Montreal... the evening begins with the tour representative giving a presentation on the trip and following that will be a question/answer session for parents and kids. I hope to see you there!
Have a great weekend everyone!
Miss Waddell
Most culminating novel study activities have been handed in , and a few more will be coming in on Monday!!
In math we are investigating mean, median and mode...and how to read various types of graphs.
In phys-ed, our badminton tournament begins next week!
In history , the kids continue to work with their partners on their presentations...and the kids will begin to present on Friday.
On Tuesday, Erin District High School teachers and guidance counsellors will be at our school in the afternoon to visit with the grade 8's to go over the grade 9 courses available to the students, as well as what high school life is all about. I have gathered many of the yellow course selection sheets... and will be passing them on to the high school very soon. If you have any questions, please contact me at the school so we can chat.
Next Thursday evening, all students and parents are invited to our information night regarding the Grade 8 trip to Ottawa and Montreal... the evening begins with the tour representative giving a presentation on the trip and following that will be a question/answer session for parents and kids. I hope to see you there!
Have a great weekend everyone!
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
FREEZING!!!
It's been a chilly week!!!!
But things continue to roll on in 8D!
The kids have moved on to their Data Management unit in math ... and they have two questions for homework tonight.
Their history presentations are due and will be presented - starting next Friday. The kids have at least four more work periods to get things done.
In language, we are finishing up the culminating activities for their novel studies - and they are due this Friday. Kids have a finish-up period tomorrow morning.
Also, we have started to look at "debates" in class... or seeing issues from both sides/perspectives. We are actually going to have in-class debates on various topics... and this will lead to some persuasive writing.
In gym, we have made the shift to floor hockey, badminton, and the odd game of Ninja - ask the kids how to play this entertaining game :)
I hope everyone stays warm today!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
But things continue to roll on in 8D!
The kids have moved on to their Data Management unit in math ... and they have two questions for homework tonight.
Their history presentations are due and will be presented - starting next Friday. The kids have at least four more work periods to get things done.
In language, we are finishing up the culminating activities for their novel studies - and they are due this Friday. Kids have a finish-up period tomorrow morning.
Also, we have started to look at "debates" in class... or seeing issues from both sides/perspectives. We are actually going to have in-class debates on various topics... and this will lead to some persuasive writing.
In gym, we have made the shift to floor hockey, badminton, and the odd game of Ninja - ask the kids how to play this entertaining game :)
I hope everyone stays warm today!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Parent Info Night
Just a reminder that Parent/Student Information Night is taking place at Erin District High School tonight at 7:00pm.
Also - Child Labour good copies are due tomorrow.
Monday is a PA Day
Have a great Thursday!
Miss Waddell
Also - Child Labour good copies are due tomorrow.
Monday is a PA Day
Have a great Thursday!
Miss Waddell
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Quick updates!
* Thursday the kids are getting their grad photos taken!!! Please wear a white collared shirt/blouse for the picture!!! Information went home yesterday :)
* Monday is a PA Day.....
* The student have received their course selection sheets for grade nine, and are reminded to have them returned to school by the end of January.The parent-info night at Erin District High School is scheduled for this Wednesday. I have spent some time going over these selection sheets with the kids , however, please take the time to look them over with your son/daughter as well. If you have any questions about their selections, please let me know!
* Child Labour assignments good copies are due Friday
I hope everyone has a great day!!!!
Miss Waddell
* Monday is a PA Day.....
* The student have received their course selection sheets for grade nine, and are reminded to have them returned to school by the end of January.The parent-info night at Erin District High School is scheduled for this Wednesday. I have spent some time going over these selection sheets with the kids , however, please take the time to look them over with your son/daughter as well. If you have any questions about their selections, please let me know!
* Child Labour assignments good copies are due Friday
I hope everyone has a great day!!!!
Miss Waddell
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Some Due Dates!!
Here are some due dates for 8D for the up-coming week :
Next Monday, the kids MUST have their rough copy complete for their Child Labour assignment.
Math tests will be on Monday... the kids are bringing home their notes to study for it and we are reviewing in class as well.
Novel studies are almost done...on Monday the kids will choose their culminating activity and will run it by their teacher to make sure it "will work"
In History, the kids have been working in partners on a segment of Canadian history that they will share - in presentation form - with their class mates. They will have two weeks to work on the project, and will them present their findings to their peers.
I think that is it for now!!!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Next Monday, the kids MUST have their rough copy complete for their Child Labour assignment.
Math tests will be on Monday... the kids are bringing home their notes to study for it and we are reviewing in class as well.
Novel studies are almost done...on Monday the kids will choose their culminating activity and will run it by their teacher to make sure it "will work"
In History, the kids have been working in partners on a segment of Canadian history that they will share - in presentation form - with their class mates. They will have two weeks to work on the project, and will them present their findings to their peers.
I think that is it for now!!!
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
Happy Wednesday!
Half-way through another week!!
This will be short and sweet :)
Some reminders for today :
1. Organizers for their Child Labour assignments are due tomorrow - some kids are already working on their rough copy
2. The kids will have a unit math test on Monday - all number sense and numeration topics will be covered in the test
3. Novel studies are finished at the end of the week, and the kids need to choose a FINAL project of their choice to be completed by the end of January - topics/ideas have been discussed in class
4. Parent info night at Erin District High School is next Thursday night - please check the on-line newsletter for details
5. Math quizzes from before the break have been marked, and require a parent signature before the end of the week - the kids will be able to use these quizzes to study from for their unit test
Have a FANTASTIC day!!!
Miss Waddell
This will be short and sweet :)
Some reminders for today :
1. Organizers for their Child Labour assignments are due tomorrow - some kids are already working on their rough copy
2. The kids will have a unit math test on Monday - all number sense and numeration topics will be covered in the test
3. Novel studies are finished at the end of the week, and the kids need to choose a FINAL project of their choice to be completed by the end of January - topics/ideas have been discussed in class
4. Parent info night at Erin District High School is next Thursday night - please check the on-line newsletter for details
5. Math quizzes from before the break have been marked, and require a parent signature before the end of the week - the kids will be able to use these quizzes to study from for their unit test
Have a FANTASTIC day!!!
Miss Waddell
Monday, January 7, 2013
Happy New Year!!!
Back to business in room 18!!!!
So glad to see everyone back in 8D...sounds like everyone had a great holiday!!!
This week, novel studies are wrapping up - we will finish reading the novels, and then decide on culminating activities which will be due by the end of January.
The rough copies for the Child Labour assignments are due on Thursday and good copies will be due by the end of next week.
In math we are working on scientific notation, and will move on to order of operations. A unit test will be either Friday or Monday.
In gym we move on to floor hockey and badminton.
Dates to remember :
Wednesday, January 16 - parent/student information night from Evolve Tours - grade 8 trip info MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Thursday, January 17 - grad photos
Take care everyone,
Miss Waddell
So glad to see everyone back in 8D...sounds like everyone had a great holiday!!!
This week, novel studies are wrapping up - we will finish reading the novels, and then decide on culminating activities which will be due by the end of January.
The rough copies for the Child Labour assignments are due on Thursday and good copies will be due by the end of next week.
In math we are working on scientific notation, and will move on to order of operations. A unit test will be either Friday or Monday.
In gym we move on to floor hockey and badminton.
Dates to remember :
Wednesday, January 16 - parent/student information night from Evolve Tours - grade 8 trip info MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Thursday, January 17 - grad photos
Take care everyone,
Miss Waddell
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