Language Arts Students have been discussing and exploring their values and some turning points in their lives. We will begin writing our Memoirs next week. Each Monday 8D will work on Individual Reading Activities.
Students have started working on their Persuasive writing piece. Each student should have their graphic organizer completed and has been seen by Mrs. Doherty. First paragraph is due October 1st. This will be approved by Mrs. Doherty and then we will continue. Always have a Read to Self book in LA class
Science We have moved to the next chapter in Science which includes the various body systems. Next Monday is our 2nd test of the year. Students will have an outline to study from.
8D will be going to the computer room Wed. and Fri. to complete their first assignment. They are working individually, with a partner or in a group of three to create a job advertisement for a body system. Due October 3rd end of class. We are well on our way into the first unit in Science - we have discussed living vs non-living, have looked at plant and animals cells as well as labelling both cells and comparing using a Venn Diagram. Students currently are working on a job advertisement for a cell in a particular system of the body.
Social Studies for Ms. Mc October 2nd test on map of Canada provinces and capitals.