Hello Everyone,
Well, the Hockey season came to a successful conclusion over the weekend! I have been excited about having some time back on the weekends. However, I now find myself a little sad that I won't see our team on the ice anymore. There is always next I guess.
Week at a glance:
Math:
Students have their Chapter 7 (Adding and Subtracting Fractions with unlike denominators) Unit assessment on Wednesday, March 30th this week. Mr. Van Maanen has been working hard with students to ensure they have a strong understanding of the material. Review questions can be accessed through Moodle. Please see Mr. Van Maanen if you need extra support during a nutrition break!
Science:
Students will continue to build on concepts related to Planet Earth this week. They completed their first quiz of the unit on Monday.
Have a great week!
David
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
The Week of March 21st-25th
Hello Everyone!
The first day of spring has apparently re-introduced the season of winter to us. I can't wait to get the old snow shovel out again! I suppose we should remain thankful for the mild temperatures that have come with the snow. It could always be worse.
I spent the weekend chasing my son around for hockey. He played on Saturday, Sunday and practices again today! One more weekend and it is over! Then Baseball season begins. I will enjoy being a spectator for baseball.
Structures and Forces unit projects were amazing last week! Students will spend part of this week presenting their projects to Mr. L. You should be so proud of your efforts people, I know I was!
Week at a glance:
Mr . Van Maanen continues to do an excellent job in the role of student teacher. His lessons are engaging and he shows a genuine care and concern for his students. We are lucky to have him supporting student learning until April 20th.
Science: Now that students are familiar with the differences between a rock and a mineral, we can move on to study more about rocks. Did you know there are three different classes of rock? And that over time, rocks cycle into a different type? There will be a mid-unit test (March 28th, 2011). The study guide was handed out in class today and can be found here. All students are encouraged to develop a half-page study sheet that will be available to them when they write their exam Monday.
Math: If Hank the turtle eats 6/8 of a head of romaine lettuce per day, and 2/3 of a head of iceberg lettuce per day, how much does he eat in total per day? This week we will find out how to add fractions with unlike denominators that result in improper fractions. We will discover multiple strategies to convert these improper fractions to mixed numbers. Remember, if you are struggling with the concepts we cover in class, please check in with Mr. L or Mr. V at nutrition breaks Monday-Wednesday or by appointment. We would be happy to help you!
Have a great week!
David and Mike
The first day of spring has apparently re-introduced the season of winter to us. I can't wait to get the old snow shovel out again! I suppose we should remain thankful for the mild temperatures that have come with the snow. It could always be worse.
I spent the weekend chasing my son around for hockey. He played on Saturday, Sunday and practices again today! One more weekend and it is over! Then Baseball season begins. I will enjoy being a spectator for baseball.
Structures and Forces unit projects were amazing last week! Students will spend part of this week presenting their projects to Mr. L. You should be so proud of your efforts people, I know I was!
Week at a glance:
Mr . Van Maanen continues to do an excellent job in the role of student teacher. His lessons are engaging and he shows a genuine care and concern for his students. We are lucky to have him supporting student learning until April 20th.
Science: Now that students are familiar with the differences between a rock and a mineral, we can move on to study more about rocks. Did you know there are three different classes of rock? And that over time, rocks cycle into a different type? There will be a mid-unit test (March 28th, 2011). The study guide was handed out in class today and can be found here. All students are encouraged to develop a half-page study sheet that will be available to them when they write their exam Monday.
Math: If Hank the turtle eats 6/8 of a head of romaine lettuce per day, and 2/3 of a head of iceberg lettuce per day, how much does he eat in total per day? This week we will find out how to add fractions with unlike denominators that result in improper fractions. We will discover multiple strategies to convert these improper fractions to mixed numbers. Remember, if you are struggling with the concepts we cover in class, please check in with Mr. L or Mr. V at nutrition breaks Monday-Wednesday or by appointment. We would be happy to help you!
Have a great week!
David and Mike
Monday, March 14, 2011
The Week of March 14th-18th
Hello Gators!
What a beautiful weekend! I am hopeful that this means that spring is here, I am not sure how many more days of shoveling, cold, and wind we can take.
My family and I enjoyed a much needed getaway to Kimberley over the weekend. Jen and Braigh did some skiing, Ollie and I stuck to the pool and hot tub with the occasional visit to the "Candy Store". The weather was beautiful and there was so much snow, I couldn't believe it.
Week at a glance:
Science: We have an exciting week ahead of us. Students should be making final preparations to showcase their Structure and Forces Unit projects. The showcase date will be Thursday, March 17th. At this time, students will spread their projects around the room and should be prepared to discuss what they have created with their classmates and teachers. I have seen some of the projects come to life over the last few weeks and can't wait to see the finished products. Criteria for the assignment can be found here: Proposal and Written component.
Math: Students completed their Math tests on Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Like Denominators last week. The exams will be sent home today, students are to have them signed and returned as soon as possible. Mr. Van Maanen will be taking students into Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators this week. As always, students who are unsure of the concepts we are covering are invited to see Mr. L at nutrition breaks throughout the week.
Reminder: There are interview times available Friday, March 18th throughout the morning. If times available do not fit with your schedule, please contact me at the school or via email to arrange another time.
Have a great week!
David
What a beautiful weekend! I am hopeful that this means that spring is here, I am not sure how many more days of shoveling, cold, and wind we can take.
My family and I enjoyed a much needed getaway to Kimberley over the weekend. Jen and Braigh did some skiing, Ollie and I stuck to the pool and hot tub with the occasional visit to the "Candy Store". The weather was beautiful and there was so much snow, I couldn't believe it.
Week at a glance:
Science: We have an exciting week ahead of us. Students should be making final preparations to showcase their Structure and Forces Unit projects. The showcase date will be Thursday, March 17th. At this time, students will spread their projects around the room and should be prepared to discuss what they have created with their classmates and teachers. I have seen some of the projects come to life over the last few weeks and can't wait to see the finished products. Criteria for the assignment can be found here: Proposal and Written component.
Math: Students completed their Math tests on Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Like Denominators last week. The exams will be sent home today, students are to have them signed and returned as soon as possible. Mr. Van Maanen will be taking students into Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators this week. As always, students who are unsure of the concepts we are covering are invited to see Mr. L at nutrition breaks throughout the week.
Reminder: There are interview times available Friday, March 18th throughout the morning. If times available do not fit with your schedule, please contact me at the school or via email to arrange another time.
Have a great week!
David
Monday, March 7, 2011
The Week of March 7th -11th
Hello Everyone,
I hope that you all enjoyed the week off, I know that I sure did! The countdown is on, only three more weeks of hockey chasing at the LeGrandeur house. We sure enjoy it, but are looking forward to having a bit of time to ourselves on the weekend.
Just a reminder that parent/teacher interviews are scheduled for next week. Check the Lakie website for details about booking. http://gsl.lethsd.ab.ca/Pages/Default.aspx
Week at a glance:
Math: We have been working on a "mini" unit in Math over the last week. Students have been exposed to Divisibility rules, putting fractions into the lowest terms, and adding and subtracting fractions with common denominators. We will complete the concepts by Tuesday. Wednesday will be a review day and Thursday there will be a Unit quiz. Study Guide Here. Students can find review activities in Chapter 6 of their textbooks which can be accessed through moodle: http://gsl.lethsd.ab.ca/Pages/Default.aspx
Science: Students have begun to show some amazing pieces with respect to their unit projects for Structures and Forces. Unit projects will be due Thursday, March 17th. There is a written component to the project as well. The guidelines can be found here. Students will be completing activities from the first two sections of Structures and Forces this week. We are excited to welcome Mr. Vanmaanen from the University of Lethbridge. He is a student teacher and will be responsible for delivering Science for the next 6 weeks, beginning toward the end of this week. Mr. Vanmaanen will be exploring "Planet Earth" with students from 7C, 7D, and 7F. Welcome Mr. Vanmaanen!
Take care, and have a great week!
David
I hope that you all enjoyed the week off, I know that I sure did! The countdown is on, only three more weeks of hockey chasing at the LeGrandeur house. We sure enjoy it, but are looking forward to having a bit of time to ourselves on the weekend.
Just a reminder that parent/teacher interviews are scheduled for next week. Check the Lakie website for details about booking. http://gsl.lethsd.ab.ca/Pages/Default.aspx
Week at a glance:
Math: We have been working on a "mini" unit in Math over the last week. Students have been exposed to Divisibility rules, putting fractions into the lowest terms, and adding and subtracting fractions with common denominators. We will complete the concepts by Tuesday. Wednesday will be a review day and Thursday there will be a Unit quiz. Study Guide Here. Students can find review activities in Chapter 6 of their textbooks which can be accessed through moodle: http://gsl.lethsd.ab.ca/Pages/Default.aspx
Science: Students have begun to show some amazing pieces with respect to their unit projects for Structures and Forces. Unit projects will be due Thursday, March 17th. There is a written component to the project as well. The guidelines can be found here. Students will be completing activities from the first two sections of Structures and Forces this week. We are excited to welcome Mr. Vanmaanen from the University of Lethbridge. He is a student teacher and will be responsible for delivering Science for the next 6 weeks, beginning toward the end of this week. Mr. Vanmaanen will be exploring "Planet Earth" with students from 7C, 7D, and 7F. Welcome Mr. Vanmaanen!
Take care, and have a great week!
David
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