Power Up 25th to 29th of November

We continue to encourage students to use this time for their own benefit; to explore further in an area of interest, get support in a certain subject or simply to focus on what needs to be done at this time. We are also starting to do mini-lessons. This week and next week will be on listening skills. Students are also earning tickets when they meet expectations. Good job!

Week of Nov. 25-29

7-1 Science

Students did an experiment exploring the changes of state of H2O and the corresponding plateau. They continue to learn about heat and temperature. The specific heat capacity and uniqueness of water has been a focus.

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Explorers Google Form

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Power Up

In Power Up we have pretty much completed our one on one student/teacher conferences. Students were able to self-assess and get feedback in terms of: how well they are using their time in Power Up to catch up on assignments, study/review, organize (binders, material, calendar…), focus in class, and practice their skills. We continue to encourage students to use this time for their own benefit; to explore further in an area of interest, get support in a certain subject or simply to focus on what needs to be done at this time. 

November 12-15

A fun week in classes for all.
In HUMS, we have been working on the Age of Exploration. We spent time researching

7-1 Science

Watched video: Bill Nye – Heat   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh2FmNJnrKU

Students are learning about the particle model of matter, the difference between heat and temperature as well as three methods of heat transfer (conduction, radiation and convection). There are 4 labs coming up in the near future.

November 4 - 8

7-1 Science

Students have been working on heat and temperature unit. They should also hand in their Continental Drift Theory assignment this week. All mind maps on planet Earth should be completed and handed in at this time. Mr. Davis has been doing one on one interviews with each student to determine their current level of understanding of planet Earth and its geological processes. 

Octber 28th to October 31st

In Power Up, students have started one on one conversations/meetings with the teacher to exchange feedback on: how well they are using their time in Power Up to catch up on assignments, study/review, organize and practice their skills…We are also getting feedback from core teachers to see how well they are doing in terms of: completing assignments and handing them in on time, improving their skills in areas of need and general achievement. There is always time in Power Up for students to work on various assignments and if needed, get additional support. Students should use this time in a way that benefits them and this would be reflected in their other classes.

In HUMS, we have completed our presentations and reflections around First People of North America. Next week, we are a full week of classes, so a spelling list will be coming. We will move forward in our historical timeline up into imperialism and global expansion.

In Math, we have spent a couple of weeks working with fraction, decimals, and percents. We will continue with this idea, trying to bring some very practical ideas in connection with a bit of a project.