Open House: It was great to meet so many of you at the Open House on Wednesday. Hopefully we can meet all of you again on field trips, class meetings, and other informal events.
Field Trip: Thanks to all the parents who assisted with driving as well as hiking with our students on Wednesday. Mr. Martin is waiting to check for any "no publication of student photo" sheets before he posts the pictures on here.
English: Mr. Martin's class should have their good copy of the Dear Mom letter turned in from the novel Airborn. They have a due date of this Tuesday to have a Help Wanted poster completed for me
Science: Today one class was re-introduced to the Metric system, and both classes will spend time converting between metric units before we do our science safety test, likely in the next week or so
Socials: Mr. Martin's class is just starting to look at contour lines for maps, and will have an assignment to take home on Monday.
Haunted House: Next week you should receive an information sheet regarding assisting with the Haunted House at the end of October. Mr. Martin will coordinate this event, and is encouraging the students to "Give Back" to the community through participation in this event. We will require adults to assist the students as actors, as well as security to keep our students safe, and assist with making sure no props dissapear from the event.
Friday, September 28, 2012
Monday, September 24, 2012
Open House: Don't forget to come meet all the Green Team teachers (and others too!) on Wednesday night. We will hold a 15 minute Green Team meeting in room 127 (Wocknitz)
Science: Both division 5 and 6 have had an orientation to the Science lab. We will be finishing our science safety unit by looking at measuring with the metric system, and how to properly illustrate a scientific drawing. We will finish the unit with a safety test, and any students who score 100% will give Mr. Martin a hair cut (there's not that much there to begin with!)
English: Mr. Martin's class had one block to work on typing their good copy of their "Dear Mom" letter from the novel Airborn. Hopefully we can get in one more block in the computer lab this week to finish them off. Students will have to hand in their planning sheet, rough copy, and good copy with their "Dress ups" underlined
Socials: Mr. Martin's class had to turn in their 2nd map assignment today. Unfortunately, only about 1/2 had the assignment turned in on time. We started working on topographic maps today, specifically looking at contour lines.
Science: Both division 5 and 6 have had an orientation to the Science lab. We will be finishing our science safety unit by looking at measuring with the metric system, and how to properly illustrate a scientific drawing. We will finish the unit with a safety test, and any students who score 100% will give Mr. Martin a hair cut (there's not that much there to begin with!)
English: Mr. Martin's class had one block to work on typing their good copy of their "Dear Mom" letter from the novel Airborn. Hopefully we can get in one more block in the computer lab this week to finish them off. Students will have to hand in their planning sheet, rough copy, and good copy with their "Dress ups" underlined
Socials: Mr. Martin's class had to turn in their 2nd map assignment today. Unfortunately, only about 1/2 had the assignment turned in on time. We started working on topographic maps today, specifically looking at contour lines.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Thursday September 20
HCE: Please be sure to bring your planner to class each day
Open House: Everyone is welcome to come to the LWMS open house this Wednesday, September 26. Green Team will meet at 6 pm in room127 (Wocknitz)
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Wednesday Sept 19, 2012
Field Trip: Most forms have come in, but we are still in need of about 4-6 more drivers. If you don't want to hike with us, we can still use your assistance for driving to and from the parking lot at Rose Swanson.
English: Mr. Martin's English class started a lesson on "Dress Ups" today. Each student wrote one sentence of a story and passed it around the room. We then chose one of the verbs (such as went, walk, came) and made it into a strong verb. For example, "Mr. Martin walked into the room" was turned into "Mr. Martin stumbled into the room". On Thursday, we will work with "ly adverbs, quality adjectives and the who/which clause" All rough copies of the Dear Mom letter from chapter 1 of Airborn should have been handed in
Science: Today we will be working on a tour of the Science Lab, trying to locate common science equipment
Math 7: We started working on the rules for division by 2,4,5,and 8 today
Socials: Mr. Martin's class was given a blank world map, and they spent the afternoon finding a non-political map to duplicate. (A map that doesn't just show country borders) The goal they are working on is to use a map to illustrate other types of information. Some students chose to show world populations, annual income, rainfall, etc. This map will be due Monday.
English: Mr. Martin's English class started a lesson on "Dress Ups" today. Each student wrote one sentence of a story and passed it around the room. We then chose one of the verbs (such as went, walk, came) and made it into a strong verb. For example, "Mr. Martin walked into the room" was turned into "Mr. Martin stumbled into the room". On Thursday, we will work with "ly adverbs, quality adjectives and the who/which clause" All rough copies of the Dear Mom letter from chapter 1 of Airborn should have been handed in
Science: Today we will be working on a tour of the Science Lab, trying to locate common science equipment
Math 7: We started working on the rules for division by 2,4,5,and 8 today
Socials: Mr. Martin's class was given a blank world map, and they spent the afternoon finding a non-political map to duplicate. (A map that doesn't just show country borders) The goal they are working on is to use a map to illustrate other types of information. Some students chose to show world populations, annual income, rainfall, etc. This map will be due Monday.
Monday, September 17, 2012
Monday Sept 18, 2012
X-Block will start Tuesday, and all students should know which group they are in. This will occur every period 5, and unless they are in Band, they will have a different "x-block" each term.
English: Mr. Martin's class should be all finished reading chapter 1, and have 1/2 of their rough copy of their "Friendly Letter" assignment for Tuesday.
Math 7 (Boys): Mr. Martin's boys have all completed the grade 6 review, and will be starting to look at various patterns in math. The first major topic will be "Divisibility Rules" (chapter 1). If you would like to see the online textbook, and the practice book, see the link to the Math Website on the lower right hand side of this blog
Terry Fox Run: This annual event is happening tomorrow, and we encourage all students to bring $2 to donate. We will be running around the fair grounds and back to Len Wood, and ending with a picnic lunch on the field.
English: Mr. Martin's class should be all finished reading chapter 1, and have 1/2 of their rough copy of their "Friendly Letter" assignment for Tuesday.
Math 7 (Boys): Mr. Martin's boys have all completed the grade 6 review, and will be starting to look at various patterns in math. The first major topic will be "Divisibility Rules" (chapter 1). If you would like to see the online textbook, and the practice book, see the link to the Math Website on the lower right hand side of this blog
Terry Fox Run: This annual event is happening tomorrow, and we encourage all students to bring $2 to donate. We will be running around the fair grounds and back to Len Wood, and ending with a picnic lunch on the field.
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Thursday September 14, 2012
Field Trip: Please remember to return the field trip forms asap. We still need plenty of drivers, so please come along with us.
Science: Students from division 5 and 6 should be starting to design a cover for their text book
Socials: Division 6 students had some time this afternoon to work on their map of Canada, (including a Key). This will be due Friday morning
Art: Mr. Martin's class had time today to start a watercolor sunset, and will be continuing to work on a silhouette to include in the artwork
Math: The grade 7 boys are working on a review of the grade 6 material. Many can use some practice at converting between percent and decimal, as well as calculating with percent (example: $25.99 shirt that is now 15% off)
English: Division 6 students have a set of vocabulary words and chapter 1 to read for Friday from the novel Airborn
Science: Students from division 5 and 6 should be starting to design a cover for their text book
Socials: Division 6 students had some time this afternoon to work on their map of Canada, (including a Key). This will be due Friday morning
Art: Mr. Martin's class had time today to start a watercolor sunset, and will be continuing to work on a silhouette to include in the artwork
Math: The grade 7 boys are working on a review of the grade 6 material. Many can use some practice at converting between percent and decimal, as well as calculating with percent (example: $25.99 shirt that is now 15% off)
English: Division 6 students have a set of vocabulary words and chapter 1 to read for Friday from the novel Airborn
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Wednesday September 12, 2012
Field Trip Forms: Your child should bring home the new permission form for the Rose Swanson Mountain hike we have planned for Wed September 26th. We are looking for 20-25 parents to join us for the day, and assist with driving.
Socials: Mr. Martin was amazed at how many of his students couldn't identify more than 1/2 of the Canadian Provinces, or state the capital city. Today in Socials, we worked on creating a legend (a map key) for thier Canada map. Map skills will be incredibly useful in our Social Studies unit on the Roman Empire and other past cultures.
Math: Mr. Martin's grade 7 boys need to have decorated thier textbook covers for tomorrow
Science: Both Madamme Wocknitz and Mr. Martin's class have been given a challenge for their Science Safety test. We are just starting to look at safety in the lab, and we will be looking at measurement, and using the Metric system. Students who get 100% on the test will get to use their artistic talents to give Mr. Martin a hair cut (Yikes!)
Terry Fox Run: All students have been challenged to bring in at least $2/person toward this upcoming event. The class that collects the most money will get the opportunity to throw a pie in the face of the organizing classroom (Mrs. Haywood-Farmer)
Socials: Mr. Martin was amazed at how many of his students couldn't identify more than 1/2 of the Canadian Provinces, or state the capital city. Today in Socials, we worked on creating a legend (a map key) for thier Canada map. Map skills will be incredibly useful in our Social Studies unit on the Roman Empire and other past cultures.
Math: Mr. Martin's grade 7 boys need to have decorated thier textbook covers for tomorrow
Science: Both Madamme Wocknitz and Mr. Martin's class have been given a challenge for their Science Safety test. We are just starting to look at safety in the lab, and we will be looking at measurement, and using the Metric system. Students who get 100% on the test will get to use their artistic talents to give Mr. Martin a hair cut (Yikes!)
Terry Fox Run: All students have been challenged to bring in at least $2/person toward this upcoming event. The class that collects the most money will get the opportunity to throw a pie in the face of the organizing classroom (Mrs. Haywood-Farmer)
Friday, September 7, 2012
Welcome and welcome back to the 2011/2012 Geckos!
We hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable summer! (and that they are ready to learn!!)
Our Geckos team has changed a little over the summer. Unfortunately we have lost Miss McFarland to PVSS this year - in case anyone wishes to visit - and fortunately we have gained another division and 2 more teachers!
Welcome to Mr. Poirier who is the division 7 teacher, and to Mrs. Forster our new librarian and division 5's Social Studies and English teacher! Returning of course, are Mr. Martin for division 6 and Mme Wocknitz who works with the whole crew!
Naturally, with the busy beginning, we are also starting to plan our first team field trip! There are 2 ideas on the table: a day hike up Rose Swanson, and a bus trip to Sky Trek Adventures (rope climbing, etc...) in 3 Valley Gap. Please read the notice that should have come home with your child today and give us your input!
We hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable summer! (and that they are ready to learn!!)
Our Geckos team has changed a little over the summer. Unfortunately we have lost Miss McFarland to PVSS this year - in case anyone wishes to visit - and fortunately we have gained another division and 2 more teachers!
Welcome to Mr. Poirier who is the division 7 teacher, and to Mrs. Forster our new librarian and division 5's Social Studies and English teacher! Returning of course, are Mr. Martin for division 6 and Mme Wocknitz who works with the whole crew!
Naturally, with the busy beginning, we are also starting to plan our first team field trip! There are 2 ideas on the table: a day hike up Rose Swanson, and a bus trip to Sky Trek Adventures (rope climbing, etc...) in 3 Valley Gap. Please read the notice that should have come home with your child today and give us your input!
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