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
Friday, December 21, 2012
Merry Christmas!
The kids had a great last day of school!
Secret Santa went off without a hitch and the year-end social was fun!
Thanks to everyone for all of their gifts and treats!
Happy Holidays!
Miss Waddell
Secret Santa went off without a hitch and the year-end social was fun!
Thanks to everyone for all of their gifts and treats!
Happy Holidays!
Miss Waddell
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
SUCCESS!!!!!
Cookie baking was AWESOME today!!!! The kids did a great job!!!!! Pictures will be posted soon!!!
Book reports due tomorrow......
The dance is tomorrow periods 3-5....all homework must be done before heading to the dance. The kids know this, and are prepared to complete everything before heading out. Students who choose not to go, or those that don't have permission to go, will be in class as normal.
Our holiday social is the last two periods on Friday - treats and Christmas cheer - are welcome!!!!
In math, we are learning about Scientific Notation.... and this will continue in the new year!
In language, the child labour research assignments will be due in the new year.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Book reports due tomorrow......
The dance is tomorrow periods 3-5....all homework must be done before heading to the dance. The kids know this, and are prepared to complete everything before heading out. Students who choose not to go, or those that don't have permission to go, will be in class as normal.
Our holiday social is the last two periods on Friday - treats and Christmas cheer - are welcome!!!!
In math, we are learning about Scientific Notation.... and this will continue in the new year!
In language, the child labour research assignments will be due in the new year.
Take care,
Miss Waddell
Monday, December 17, 2012
This Week!
Lots on the schedule this week!!!!
1. Secret Santa began today!!
2. Book reports due on Thursday
3. Cookie Baking on Wednesday...bring in the baking sheets, bowls, spoons.....
4. Thursday - periods 3 to 5 ... intermediate dance...sponsored by student council...MORE INFO TO COME
5. Friday is the last day..... periods 6 and 7 will be a Christmas social....treats and socializing expected :)
Phew - room 18 will be busy!!!!
Take care, and check in later this week :)
Miss Waddell
1. Secret Santa began today!!
2. Book reports due on Thursday
3. Cookie Baking on Wednesday...bring in the baking sheets, bowls, spoons.....
4. Thursday - periods 3 to 5 ... intermediate dance...sponsored by student council...MORE INFO TO COME
5. Friday is the last day..... periods 6 and 7 will be a Christmas social....treats and socializing expected :)
Phew - room 18 will be busy!!!!
Take care, and check in later this week :)
Miss Waddell
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Secret Santa!
The names have been drawn for Secret Santa! Let the fun begin!!!
A small treat should be brought in on Monday for each student participating:)
Novel study chapter summaries and literature-circle tasks are due Monday....
Have a great weekend!
Miss Waddell
A small treat should be brought in on Monday for each student participating:)
Novel study chapter summaries and literature-circle tasks are due Monday....
Have a great weekend!
Miss Waddell
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Wednesday!
It's snowing out!!!
Christmas is coming...
Novel studies are moving along at a pretty good pace.... the kids have a period to work on their literature-circle tasks and their chapter summaries tomorrow.
In language , we have also started a research project on child labour...the kids are studying various countries around the world, and their policies regarding child labour. We are also investigating the dark side of child labour : where it exists and what forms of labour there are around the world.
In math, we are finishing up exponents and moving on to perfect squares and square roots. And then the fun begins : Scientific Notation!!
In health we have been looking at first-aid response, and in gym, we have started playing a new game called pinball. Ask the kids to explain how to play :)
Next Week's Activities :
Cookies!!!!! Sometime next week, I would like to carry on the tradition of baking and decorating cookies with the kids! I would LOVE to have parent volunteers to come in and help us - the more , the merrier- and would ask that if possible you send any bowls, mixing spoons... cookie cutters.......into the school so we have what we need to create these fabulous treats! Also , a toonie or loonie would be helpful - as I will take care of purchasing all of the cookie ingredients :)
Secret Santa !!!!! Any students wanting to take part in our Secret Santa festivities, will be drawing a name from the hat to pick their "Santa" . Over the course of the last five days of school before break, the kids SECRETLY leave treats, little prizes, stickers, cards, clues and trinkets for their friend. On the last day of school, a final gift (no more than $10!!!) is brought in to give to their Santa at the revealing of all Secret Santas. We will have a class celebration the last day of school before the holidays - all parents are welcome!
A reminder that there will be no school on Friday, December 14.
Have a wonderful day,
Miss Waddell
Christmas is coming...
Novel studies are moving along at a pretty good pace.... the kids have a period to work on their literature-circle tasks and their chapter summaries tomorrow.
In language , we have also started a research project on child labour...the kids are studying various countries around the world, and their policies regarding child labour. We are also investigating the dark side of child labour : where it exists and what forms of labour there are around the world.
In math, we are finishing up exponents and moving on to perfect squares and square roots. And then the fun begins : Scientific Notation!!
In health we have been looking at first-aid response, and in gym, we have started playing a new game called pinball. Ask the kids to explain how to play :)
Next Week's Activities :
Cookies!!!!! Sometime next week, I would like to carry on the tradition of baking and decorating cookies with the kids! I would LOVE to have parent volunteers to come in and help us - the more , the merrier- and would ask that if possible you send any bowls, mixing spoons... cookie cutters.......into the school so we have what we need to create these fabulous treats! Also , a toonie or loonie would be helpful - as I will take care of purchasing all of the cookie ingredients :)
Secret Santa !!!!! Any students wanting to take part in our Secret Santa festivities, will be drawing a name from the hat to pick their "Santa" . Over the course of the last five days of school before break, the kids SECRETLY leave treats, little prizes, stickers, cards, clues and trinkets for their friend. On the last day of school, a final gift (no more than $10!!!) is brought in to give to their Santa at the revealing of all Secret Santas. We will have a class celebration the last day of school before the holidays - all parents are welcome!
A reminder that there will be no school on Friday, December 14.
Have a wonderful day,
Miss Waddell
Friday, December 7, 2012
Postponed
Unfortunately, over half of the students in 8D did not have their homework done today - the novel study tasks and summaries - so The Monoploy celebration has been postponed....
Hopefully everyone will be completing their homework/assignments next week!
Homework this weekend :
Math - 2 pages of exponents work ...one sheet front and back
Language - novel studies .... tasks and summaries
- book reports due December 20th
Have a good weekend!
Miss Waddell
Hopefully everyone will be completing their homework/assignments next week!
Homework this weekend :
Math - 2 pages of exponents work ...one sheet front and back
Language - novel studies .... tasks and summaries
- book reports due December 20th
Have a good weekend!
Miss Waddell
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Friday!!!
Friday is here!!!!!
Tomorrow is Monopoly day.....treats and movie last two periods of the day!!!
Chapter summaries and literature circle tasks are due for period one tomorrow...
In math, we have started exponents and will continue with perfect squares, square roots and Scientific Notation....
I hope everyone has an AWESOME weekend!!!!
Take care!
Miss Waddell
Tomorrow is Monopoly day.....treats and movie last two periods of the day!!!
Chapter summaries and literature circle tasks are due for period one tomorrow...
In math, we have started exponents and will continue with perfect squares, square roots and Scientific Notation....
I hope everyone has an AWESOME weekend!!!!
Take care!
Miss Waddell
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Monopoly!!!
I can't believe it, but a group in the class has finally won Monopoly!!!! They have "requested" a 2-period movie/treat afternoon for winning the game :)
That will take place this Friday afternoon....all treats (except those with nuts) are welcome!!!
The kids wrote their math quiz today, although many of them need another period to finish. Tomorrow's math period will be dedicated to finishing up.
The kids have a media assignment due tomorrow : gum wrappers are due in the morning.
Novel studies are moving along well - tasks for literature circles are due to present on Friday. Chapter summaries are due Monday.
Book Reports are due on Thursday, December 20th...
I hope everyone is having a great start to December!!!!
Miss Waddell
That will take place this Friday afternoon....all treats (except those with nuts) are welcome!!!
The kids wrote their math quiz today, although many of them need another period to finish. Tomorrow's math period will be dedicated to finishing up.
The kids have a media assignment due tomorrow : gum wrappers are due in the morning.
Novel studies are moving along well - tasks for literature circles are due to present on Friday. Chapter summaries are due Monday.
Book Reports are due on Thursday, December 20th...
I hope everyone is having a great start to December!!!!
Miss Waddell
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
