Week of June 17-21st
Ms. Rudolph's class: We are working on Planet Earth in science. Students are learning about volcanoes, earthquakes and mountains with a variety of activities. In math, we will be learning about translations, reflections and rotations.
Ms. Williams' class: We are working on our last project, geological disasters. We will be watching these presentations Friday and Wednesday next week. For a link click HERE.
Ms. Rudolph's class: We are working on Planet Earth in science. Students are learning about volcanoes, earthquakes and mountains with a variety of activities. In math, we will be learning about translations, reflections and rotations.
Ms. Williams' class: We are working on our last project, geological disasters. We will be watching these presentations Friday and Wednesday next week. For a link click HERE.
Week of June 10-14
Ms. Williams Class: In Math we have a patterns and relations quiz on Friday. The Lab Report and Creating a Plant assignments are both due Friday. For the lab report format click HERE.
Week of May 27th - 31st
Ms. Williams Class: In math, we are continuing with patterns and linear relations, moving into graphing them and interpreting patterns from graphs. In science we continuing with our plant experiment. The structure of plants project can be found here. The workflow sheet can be found HERE.
Week of May 21st - 24th
Ms. Rudolph's classes: In math, we will be continuing with algebraic expressions. Students will be using their prior knowledge to solve for variables. In science, we have started the Planet Earth Unit. On Tuesday, students will get the chance to be geologists and use the 5 characteristics of mineral identification to identify minerals. They will be learning about the rock cycle and we will have the opportunity to demonstrate their learning by making a rock cycle comic or a short story.
Ms. Pond's classes: In math, we will be continuing with algebraic expressions. Students will be using their prior knowledge to solve for variables. In science, we have started the Planet Earth Unit. On Tuesday, students will get the chance to be geologists and use the 5 characteristics of mineral identification to identify minerals. They will be learning about the rock cycle and we will have the opportunity to demonstrate their learning by making a rock cycle comic or a short story.
Ms. Williams Class: In math, we are continuing with patterns and linear relations, moving into graphing them and interpreting patterns from graphs. In science we are starting our plant experiments. We planted Monday and will be continuing this for the next several weeks. Student's lab reports should be set up already. The next project we will be working on is creating their own imaginary plant. To do this we will be looking carefully at the structure of plants.
Ms. Williams Class: In Math we have a patterns and relations quiz on Friday. The Lab Report and Creating a Plant assignments are both due Friday. For the lab report format click HERE.
Week of May 27th - 31st
Ms. Williams Class: In math, we are continuing with patterns and linear relations, moving into graphing them and interpreting patterns from graphs. In science we continuing with our plant experiment. The structure of plants project can be found here. The workflow sheet can be found HERE.
Week of May 21st - 24th
Ms. Rudolph's classes: In math, we will be continuing with algebraic expressions. Students will be using their prior knowledge to solve for variables. In science, we have started the Planet Earth Unit. On Tuesday, students will get the chance to be geologists and use the 5 characteristics of mineral identification to identify minerals. They will be learning about the rock cycle and we will have the opportunity to demonstrate their learning by making a rock cycle comic or a short story.
Ms. Pond's classes: In math, we will be continuing with algebraic expressions. Students will be using their prior knowledge to solve for variables. In science, we have started the Planet Earth Unit. On Tuesday, students will get the chance to be geologists and use the 5 characteristics of mineral identification to identify minerals. They will be learning about the rock cycle and we will have the opportunity to demonstrate their learning by making a rock cycle comic or a short story.
Ms. Williams Class: In math, we are continuing with patterns and linear relations, moving into graphing them and interpreting patterns from graphs. In science we are starting our plant experiments. We planted Monday and will be continuing this for the next several weeks. Student's lab reports should be set up already. The next project we will be working on is creating their own imaginary plant. To do this we will be looking carefully at the structure of plants.
Week of May 13th - 16th
Ms. Rudolph's classes: We are going to be having a unit test on Fractions on Tuesday, May 14th. It will cover adding and subtracting mixed and improper fractions, as well as some problem solving. Students can work on a unit review this weekend and we will go over it on Monday.
In Science, students have been assigned a stakeholder in a case of whether or not public land should be used for renewable resources. They will each get 10 minutes to present their case on Monday. Then we will be starting "Planet Earth". Our first activity, students will be geologists and try to identify some rocks based on characteristics.
Ms. Pond's classes: Students will continue working on the fractions unit in math and will practice adding and subtracting mixed numbers. In science, students will be debating their position (see above) and starting Planet Earth.
Ms. Rudolph's classes: We are going to be having a unit test on Fractions on Tuesday, May 14th. It will cover adding and subtracting mixed and improper fractions, as well as some problem solving. Students can work on a unit review this weekend and we will go over it on Monday.
In Science, students have been assigned a stakeholder in a case of whether or not public land should be used for renewable resources. They will each get 10 minutes to present their case on Monday. Then we will be starting "Planet Earth". Our first activity, students will be geologists and try to identify some rocks based on characteristics.
Ms. Pond's classes: Students will continue working on the fractions unit in math and will practice adding and subtracting mixed numbers. In science, students will be debating their position (see above) and starting Planet Earth.
Week of May 6th -10th
***Students need to return their U of C forms by Thursday, May 9th!
Ms. Rudolph's classes: In science, students have been building ec0-friendly homes, using the scientific concepts of heating and cooling that we have been learning. On Monday, groups will be presenting their projects to the class. We will be wrapping up the Heat and Temperature unit with a debate about fossil fuels vs renewable resources. In math, we will be completing the last concepts of our Fractions unit including adding and subtracting mixed fractions, and solving fraction word problems.
Ms. Williams class: In math we are writing a practice test for geometry on Tuesday. Actual test will be Friday. Wednesday we are starting patterns and relations. We will begin with visual patterns, making tables of values and finding the expression. Then moving into graphing expressions. In science we are wrapping up Heat and Temperature with a debate of the the different sources of energy.
***Students need to return their U of C forms by Thursday, May 9th!
Ms. Rudolph's classes: In science, students have been building ec0-friendly homes, using the scientific concepts of heating and cooling that we have been learning. On Monday, groups will be presenting their projects to the class. We will be wrapping up the Heat and Temperature unit with a debate about fossil fuels vs renewable resources. In math, we will be completing the last concepts of our Fractions unit including adding and subtracting mixed fractions, and solving fraction word problems.
Ms. Williams class: In math we are writing a practice test for geometry on Tuesday. Actual test will be Friday. Wednesday we are starting patterns and relations. We will begin with visual patterns, making tables of values and finding the expression. Then moving into graphing expressions. In science we are wrapping up Heat and Temperature with a debate of the the different sources of energy.
Week of April 29th - May 3rd
Ms .Rudolph's classes: In science, students will be completing their energy efficient homes. This includes a prototype and pamphlet. They will be presenting these in front of the class and we will be deciding on the best design. In math, we will be practicing how to subtract fractions with different denominators and there will be a quiz on adding and subtracting on Wednesday, May 1st.
Ms .Rudolph's classes: In science, students will be completing their energy efficient homes. This includes a prototype and pamphlet. They will be presenting these in front of the class and we will be deciding on the best design. In math, we will be practicing how to subtract fractions with different denominators and there will be a quiz on adding and subtracting on Wednesday, May 1st.
Week of April 23th - 26th
Ms. Rudolph's class: On Tuesday, students are handing in their circle art assignments. This week in math we are continuing to work on adding fractions with different denominators. Students will learn several different ways to find the common denominator.
In Science, students will work in groups to construct and research an energy efficient home. Some of the considerations include an efficient/environmentally friendly heating system, passive and active solar energy, renewable versus non renewable materials, colors of material, location of doors and windows. Students will have 5 class periods to research, build their prototype and make a pamphlet. They will be presenting to the class and we will be choosing the most environmentally friendly design!
Ms. William's class: In Science we are finishing up the heat devices presentations and then starting research for an energy debate. In Math there is a fraction quiz Tuesday and then we are finishing up area and perimeter of triangles, rectangles, parallelograms, and triangles.
Ms. Pond's class: Circle Art is due on Monday.
Ms. Rudolph's class: On Tuesday, students are handing in their circle art assignments. This week in math we are continuing to work on adding fractions with different denominators. Students will learn several different ways to find the common denominator.
In Science, students will work in groups to construct and research an energy efficient home. Some of the considerations include an efficient/environmentally friendly heating system, passive and active solar energy, renewable versus non renewable materials, colors of material, location of doors and windows. Students will have 5 class periods to research, build their prototype and make a pamphlet. They will be presenting to the class and we will be choosing the most environmentally friendly design!
Ms. William's class: In Science we are finishing up the heat devices presentations and then starting research for an energy debate. In Math there is a fraction quiz Tuesday and then we are finishing up area and perimeter of triangles, rectangles, parallelograms, and triangles.
Ms. Pond's class: Circle Art is due on Monday.
Week of April 15th - 18th
Ms. Rudolph's class: Students need to hand in their Circle Graph sheet on Monday! We will be starting "Operations with Fractions" next week and students will use fraction strips to make equivalent fractions and add and subtract fractions. In science, we have been looking at the 3 ways of energy transfer; radiation, convection and conduction.
Ms. William's class: In Science, students have a presentation on Tuesday about their household heating device.
Ms. Pond's class: Circle Art is due on Monday.
Ms. Rudolph's class: Students need to hand in their Circle Graph sheet on Monday! We will be starting "Operations with Fractions" next week and students will use fraction strips to make equivalent fractions and add and subtract fractions. In science, we have been looking at the 3 ways of energy transfer; radiation, convection and conduction.
Ms. William's class: In Science, students have a presentation on Tuesday about their household heating device.
Ms. Pond's class: Circle Art is due on Monday.
Week of April 1st-5th
Ms. Williams class: This week in Math we all be working on some problem solving with fractions and area of circles. In Science we will be starting a vocabulary project. At the start of the week we have some guest speakers coming from Centre for Sexuality (previously Calgary Sexual Health Centre) to deliver the Human Sexuality curriculum for grade 7. Wednesday is a field trip to Vertigo.
Ms. Williams class: This week in Math we all be working on some problem solving with fractions and area of circles. In Science we will be starting a vocabulary project. At the start of the week we have some guest speakers coming from Centre for Sexuality (previously Calgary Sexual Health Centre) to deliver the Human Sexuality curriculum for grade 7. Wednesday is a field trip to Vertigo.
Week of March 18th-20th
Ms. Rudolph's classes: On Monday in math, students have a quiz on the area and perimeter of triangles, squares, rectangles and parallelograms.
They have a review sheet that they can study from. On Tuesday and Wednesday, we will be learning about the area of a circle. In science, students will be creating a Topic 1-3 review game on Monday that we will play on Tuesday. The Topic 1-3 quiz will be on Wednesday.
Upcoming Events:
Vertigo Theatre - April 3rd . FORMS DUE IMMEDIATELY!
Parent/Teacher Interviews: Thursday 1:30-7:30 and Friday 8:30-12. You can book online or call the school
Japan Information Meeting: Monday, March 18th 6:30pm at the school
NO SCHOOL THURSDAY OR FRIDAY.
HAPPY SPRING BREAK!
Ms. Rudolph's classes: On Monday in math, students have a quiz on the area and perimeter of triangles, squares, rectangles and parallelograms.
They have a review sheet that they can study from. On Tuesday and Wednesday, we will be learning about the area of a circle. In science, students will be creating a Topic 1-3 review game on Monday that we will play on Tuesday. The Topic 1-3 quiz will be on Wednesday.
Upcoming Events:
Vertigo Theatre - April 3rd . FORMS DUE IMMEDIATELY!
Parent/Teacher Interviews: Thursday 1:30-7:30 and Friday 8:30-12. You can book online or call the school
Japan Information Meeting: Monday, March 18th 6:30pm at the school
NO SCHOOL THURSDAY OR FRIDAY.
HAPPY SPRING BREAK!
Week of March 11th - 15th
Ms. Rudolph's class: Students have been learning about the area of parallelograms and started triangles. Next week, we will be practicing figuring out the area of triangles and circles. They have been discovering how the different area formulas are all related to each other in various shapes. In science, students will continue learning about expansion and contractions, as well as the difference between thermal energy and temperature.
Ms. Pond's class: Students should review for a circumference quiz on Wednesday, March 13th.
Ms. Williams class: Currently we are working on adding fractions. Today we did adding with different denominators using models. Here is a video that explains it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrvDWD9HvOs
We will be moving on to converting from improper fractions to mixed numbers and adding mixed numbers.
Then we will move to subtraction.
We also did some work with circles, looking at the relationship between circumference, diameter and pi.
We will be working with the geometry of circles until the break.
In Science they are writing their unit test on Interactions and Ecosystems Tuesday and will be moving on to Heat and Temperature.
Ms. Rudolph's class: Students have been learning about the area of parallelograms and started triangles. Next week, we will be practicing figuring out the area of triangles and circles. They have been discovering how the different area formulas are all related to each other in various shapes. In science, students will continue learning about expansion and contractions, as well as the difference between thermal energy and temperature.
Ms. Pond's class: Students should review for a circumference quiz on Wednesday, March 13th.
Ms. Williams class: Currently we are working on adding fractions. Today we did adding with different denominators using models. Here is a video that explains it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrvDWD9HvOs
We will be moving on to converting from improper fractions to mixed numbers and adding mixed numbers.
Then we will move to subtraction.
We also did some work with circles, looking at the relationship between circumference, diameter and pi.
We will be working with the geometry of circles until the break.
In Science they are writing their unit test on Interactions and Ecosystems Tuesday and will be moving on to Heat and Temperature.
Week of March 4th - 8th
Ms. Rudolph's class: Circumference quiz on Monday, March 4th. Review the formulas! Complete the review sheet you received on Thursday and bring any questions with you on Monday. In Science, we will be continuing with Heat and Temperature. We will learning about the particle theory of matter and also be completing an expansion and contraction lab.
Ms. Rudolph's class: Circumference quiz on Monday, March 4th. Review the formulas! Complete the review sheet you received on Thursday and bring any questions with you on Monday. In Science, we will be continuing with Heat and Temperature. We will learning about the particle theory of matter and also be completing an expansion and contraction lab.
Week of February 25th - March 1st
Ms. William's class: In math, students weather probability assignment is due on Tuesday. They will go over the Topic 4/5 quiz and start succession.
Ms. Pond's class: Classes will be starting new units next week in both math and science. In science, students are starting the unit Heat and Temperature. They will be beginning with a lab called "Keeping it Hot". In math, students are beginning the Circles and Area unit. This week, they will learn about radius, circumference, and diameter.
Ms. Rudolph's class: This week, we will continue to look at Heat and Temperature and be completing a lab using thermometers. In math, students will practice solving for the circumference of a circle using formulas and showing all of their steps.
Ms. Pond's class: Classes will be starting new units next week in both math and science. In science, students are starting the unit Heat and Temperature. They will be beginning with a lab called "Keeping it Hot". In math, students are beginning the Circles and Area unit. This week, they will learn about radius, circumference, and diameter.
Ms. Rudolph's class: This week, we will continue to look at Heat and Temperature and be completing a lab using thermometers. In math, students will practice solving for the circumference of a circle using formulas and showing all of their steps.
Week of Feb.19th - 22nd
Ms. Rudolph's classes: In math, students have a take-home quiz which is due on Tuesday, Feb. 19th. On Tuesday as well, we will be starting Circles and Area. In science, we will be talking about indicator species and that will conclude our Interactions and Ecosystems Unit. The next unit is Heat and Temperature.
Ms. William's classes: Students are working on probability in math. In science, students will write a Topic 4 and 5 quiz on Wednesday. Then they will be learning about succession.
Ms. Pond's classes: Students will write their Interactions and Ecosystems Unit Test on Thursday, Feb. 21st. They will have time on Wednesday to review. In math, students will be solving a math mystery to practice percentages of a number.
Ms. Rudolph's classes: In math, students have a take-home quiz which is due on Tuesday, Feb. 19th. On Tuesday as well, we will be starting Circles and Area. In science, we will be talking about indicator species and that will conclude our Interactions and Ecosystems Unit. The next unit is Heat and Temperature.
Ms. William's classes: Students are working on probability in math. In science, students will write a Topic 4 and 5 quiz on Wednesday. Then they will be learning about succession.
Ms. Pond's classes: Students will write their Interactions and Ecosystems Unit Test on Thursday, Feb. 21st. They will have time on Wednesday to review. In math, students will be solving a math mystery to practice percentages of a number.
Week of Feb. 11th - 13th
Ms. Rudolph's classes: In math, we are finishing up Unit 3: Fractions, Decimals and Percent. Students can expect a quiz on Wednesday, Feb. 13th on finding the % of a number. In science, we will be playing a succession game and continuing with our talk about invasive species and biological controls.
Ms. William's classes: In math, students continue to learn about probability. In science, they will be handing in their Ecological Footprint assignment on Monday and will continue invasive species presentations.
Ms. Pond's classes: In math, students are working on finding the % of a number. In science, they are learning about invasive species and biological controls. Some students need to finish the invasive species using the information below.
NO SCHOOL ON FEB.14TH, 15TH, AND 18TH.
Ms. Rudolph's classes: In math, we are finishing up Unit 3: Fractions, Decimals and Percent. Students can expect a quiz on Wednesday, Feb. 13th on finding the % of a number. In science, we will be playing a succession game and continuing with our talk about invasive species and biological controls.
Ms. William's classes: In math, students continue to learn about probability. In science, they will be handing in their Ecological Footprint assignment on Monday and will continue invasive species presentations.
Ms. Pond's classes: In math, students are working on finding the % of a number. In science, they are learning about invasive species and biological controls. Some students need to finish the invasive species using the information below.
- Decide on the invasive species and research as much information as you can. What predators does it have? What works with similar species? You have 30 minutes to do this.
- Stakeholders: Who would your genetic creation effect, and what are their opinions? 30 minutes
- Outdoor recreation
- The natural ecosystem
- Forestry industry
- Anyone affected by forest fires
- Local residents
- People concerned with genetic ethics.
- Outdoor recreation
- Start creating your organism (Plant, Animal, Bacteria). 60 minutes
- Why would it work? Use your initial research
- Why would it work? Use your initial research
- How will your organism impact stakeholders? 30 Minutes
- What impact will your organism have on the ecosystem? Should you keep it in or kill it off? Is this ethical?
- What impact will your organism have on the ecosystem? Should you keep it in or kill it off? Is this ethical?
- Recommend whether or not this organism should be introduced to the ecosystem (present). 30 minutes
NO SCHOOL ON FEB.14TH, 15TH, AND 18TH.
Week of Feb.4th - Feb. 8th
Ms. Rudolph's classes: In science, we have been talking about pollution, acid rain, carbon and water cycles and bioaccumulation. Next week there will be a quiz on Topics 4 and 5 on Wednesday: students will get a study guide on Monday. We will start succession and play a game. In math, we will be working on finding the percent of a number.
Homework: Students have a colonial quilt assignment for math and a science Topic 5 sheet due on Monday, Feb. 4th. There is a science quiz on Wednesday, Feb. 6th.
Ms. Pond's classes: In science, students are learning about pollution, bioaccumulation and the cycles. In math, students started a BEDMAS project on order of operations.
Ms. William's classes: In science, students have been working on their ecological footprint. Next week, they will begin Topic 6 which covers water/carbon cycles, pollution, bioaccumulation and acid rain. In math, they are continuing to work on the probability unit.
Week of Jan. 28th - 31st
NO SCHOOL ON FRIDAY!
MS. RUDOLPH'S CLASSES: In math, students have been working on order of operations using bedmas with decimals. They will have a quiz on Wednesday, Jan. 30th. We will then be moving on to more fraction, decimal and percent work.
In science, we are staring Topic 5 in our Interactions and Ecosystems unit. We will be discussing the carbon cycle, water cycle, acid rain, bioaccumulation, and pollution.
Ms. William's classes: In math, students are working on a probability unit. In science, students will be constructing their "ecological footprint" and completing a series of activities.
Ms. Pond's class: In science, we are staring Topic 5 in our Interactions and Ecosystems unit. We will be discussing the carbon cycle, water cycle, acid rain, bioaccumulation, and pollution. In math, students are learning how to divide decimals by decimals.
NO SCHOOL ON FRIDAY!
MS. RUDOLPH'S CLASSES: In math, students have been working on order of operations using bedmas with decimals. They will have a quiz on Wednesday, Jan. 30th. We will then be moving on to more fraction, decimal and percent work.
In science, we are staring Topic 5 in our Interactions and Ecosystems unit. We will be discussing the carbon cycle, water cycle, acid rain, bioaccumulation, and pollution.
Ms. William's classes: In math, students are working on a probability unit. In science, students will be constructing their "ecological footprint" and completing a series of activities.
Ms. Pond's class: In science, we are staring Topic 5 in our Interactions and Ecosystems unit. We will be discussing the carbon cycle, water cycle, acid rain, bioaccumulation, and pollution. In math, students are learning how to divide decimals by decimals.
Week of Jan. 21st - 25th
Ms. Rudolph's classes - Students will be painting their portraits this week in science. Their sketched canvases are due on Monday so they are ready to paint. We will also be dissecting owl pellets so students can study the owl's niche. In math, we will be starting order of operations. Students will have several opportunities to practice BEDMAS with decimals through row games, projects and assignments.
Ms. Pond's classes - We welcome Ms. Ranola who will be in for Ms. Pond. In science, students will be dissecting owl pellets. In math, students will be using base 10 blocks to model multiplication of decimals. They will learn how to divide decimals as well.
Ms. William's classes - In science, students will be looking at environmental actions. In math, students will be starting a probability unit with an activity to learn about mean, mode and median.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS: SCIENCE FAIR IS ON THURSDAY FROM JANUARY 24TH. COME CHECK OUT WHAT THE STUDENTS HAVE BEEN WORKING ON THIS TERM!
ALSO, YEARBOOKS ON SALE FOR $35 EITHER ONLINE OR IN THE OFFICE!
Week of Jan.15th - 18th
Ms. Rudolph's class: This week students will be starting their Portrait of an Ecosystem project. They will complete their research on Tuesday and Wednesday and then paint on Thursday. Students will need their canvas on Thursday! In math, we will be dividing decimals and starting order of operations.
Ms. Pond's class: In science, students will be talking about Environmental Choices and learning about vocabulary words such as: sustainability, ecological footprint, reduce, reuse, recycle. They will be completing the Ecological Footprint assignment. In math, students will practice adding and subtracting decimal numbers using front end estimation. They will also be looking at different strategies to multiply decimals.
Ms. William's class:
Science Fair: It's coming!! January 24th will be open for the public from 5-7:30 in the main gym. We also need judges! Please email [email protected] if able.
Ms. Rudolph's class: This week students will be starting their Portrait of an Ecosystem project. They will complete their research on Tuesday and Wednesday and then paint on Thursday. Students will need their canvas on Thursday! In math, we will be dividing decimals and starting order of operations.
Ms. Pond's class: In science, students will be talking about Environmental Choices and learning about vocabulary words such as: sustainability, ecological footprint, reduce, reuse, recycle. They will be completing the Ecological Footprint assignment. In math, students will practice adding and subtracting decimal numbers using front end estimation. They will also be looking at different strategies to multiply decimals.
Ms. William's class:
Science Fair: It's coming!! January 24th will be open for the public from 5-7:30 in the main gym. We also need judges! Please email [email protected] if able.
Week of Jan. 7th - 11th
Ms. Rudolph's class - We are working on our ecological footprint assignment in science. In math, students will be working on 3 different techniques for multiplying decimals: using base 10 blocks, grid paper and regular multiplication.
***Students will need a canvas next week!
Ms. Pond's class - Students will be completing their Portrait of an Ecosystem project. In math, students will be working with base 10 blocks to help visual fractions.
Ms. Williams class -This week in Math we will be multiplying a whole number by a decimal using tenth and hundredth grids and number lines. In Science we will be continuing on with Interactions and Ecosystems and starting on an art project towards the end of the week. Each student needs to bring in a canvas for this. They can be found pretty cheap at a dollar store.
For the link to textbook click here.
Week of Dec. 17th - 21st
Ms. Rudolph's class - This week in math, we will be reviewing what we have learned so far in this unit including: adding and subtracting decimals, using pattern blocks for utilizing fractions and decimals, representing fractions on a geo-board and converting between fractions, decimals and percents. On Wednesday, Dec. 19th, there will be a quiz on the topics listed above. We will be practicing in class but students are encouraged to review their notes.
In Science, students will find out what their "ecological footprint" is. We will be learning about needs vs wants and students will be brainstorming ways in which they can be responsible environmental friendly citizens.
Ms. Pond's class - Students start exploring fractions, decimals and percents. In Science, students will find out what their "ecological footprint" is. We will be learning about needs vs wants and students will be brainstorming ways in which they can be responsible environmental friendly citizens.
Ms. Williams class -
***Students can start bringing in a canvas for their "Portrait of an Ecosystem" assignment after Christmas. Some students have found them at the dollarstore for $2.
Ms. Rudolph's class - We are working on our ecological footprint assignment in science. In math, students will be working on 3 different techniques for multiplying decimals: using base 10 blocks, grid paper and regular multiplication.
***Students will need a canvas next week!
Ms. Pond's class - Students will be completing their Portrait of an Ecosystem project. In math, students will be working with base 10 blocks to help visual fractions.
Ms. Williams class -This week in Math we will be multiplying a whole number by a decimal using tenth and hundredth grids and number lines. In Science we will be continuing on with Interactions and Ecosystems and starting on an art project towards the end of the week. Each student needs to bring in a canvas for this. They can be found pretty cheap at a dollar store.
For the link to textbook click here.
Week of Dec. 17th - 21st
Ms. Rudolph's class - This week in math, we will be reviewing what we have learned so far in this unit including: adding and subtracting decimals, using pattern blocks for utilizing fractions and decimals, representing fractions on a geo-board and converting between fractions, decimals and percents. On Wednesday, Dec. 19th, there will be a quiz on the topics listed above. We will be practicing in class but students are encouraged to review their notes.
In Science, students will find out what their "ecological footprint" is. We will be learning about needs vs wants and students will be brainstorming ways in which they can be responsible environmental friendly citizens.
Ms. Pond's class - Students start exploring fractions, decimals and percents. In Science, students will find out what their "ecological footprint" is. We will be learning about needs vs wants and students will be brainstorming ways in which they can be responsible environmental friendly citizens.
Ms. Williams class -
***Students can start bringing in a canvas for their "Portrait of an Ecosystem" assignment after Christmas. Some students have found them at the dollarstore for $2.
Week of Dec. 10th-14th
Ms. Rudolph's class: We will be continuing work with fractions, decimals and percents. In science, we are starting to learn about Interactions and Ecosystems.
Ms. Pond's class: **See above.
Ms. Williams class: This week in math there will be a practice quiz on Monday that will go home with the students and will be posted here. The actual quiz will be on Wednesday. Here is the link: Practice quiz We will also be defining area and perimeter using geo-boards. We will be solving area and perimeter problems and relating that to adding fractions and multiplying decimals. House of learning presentations will be finished on Monday. Then we will be starting the Interactions and Ecosystems unit. Here is the link to the first assignment, due Friday December 14th: Keep Them Safe
Ms. Rudolph's class: We will be continuing work with fractions, decimals and percents. In science, we are starting to learn about Interactions and Ecosystems.
Ms. Pond's class: **See above.
Ms. Williams class: This week in math there will be a practice quiz on Monday that will go home with the students and will be posted here. The actual quiz will be on Wednesday. Here is the link: Practice quiz We will also be defining area and perimeter using geo-boards. We will be solving area and perimeter problems and relating that to adding fractions and multiplying decimals. House of learning presentations will be finished on Monday. Then we will be starting the Interactions and Ecosystems unit. Here is the link to the first assignment, due Friday December 14th: Keep Them Safe
Week of Dec.3rd-6th
Ms. Rudolph's class: This week in math, we will be comparing percents, decimals and fractions. It is important that students know how to long divide. Please watch the video below if you need some help. In Science, we have started the Interactions and Ecosystems unit. This is a hand on unit with several fun labs! One of the labs will be next week and is called Best Beak. Some of the new vocabulary so far is: ecology, ecologist, habitat, adaptations, abiotic and biotic.
Ms. Pond's class: This week in math, students will be wrapping up the Integers unit. We will be solving integer word problems. n Science, we have started the Interactions and Ecosystems unit. This is a hand on unit with several fun labs! One of the labs will be next week and is called Best Beak. Some of the new vocabulary so far is: ecology, ecologist, habitat, adaptations, abiotic and biotic.
Ms. Williams class: This week in math we will be using mental math to add fractions. We will defining area and perimeters using geoboards. Students will be presenting their House of Learning projects on Monday. Then we will be starting the Interactions and Ecosystems.
***NO SCHOOL ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7TH!
Week of Nov. 26-30th
This week important dates:
Tuesday, Nov.27th - Grade 7 Ski Trip (Be at school at 7:50!!)
Ms. Rudolph's class: We are wrapping up our Structures and Forces Unit with the House of Learning presentations this week. Our next unit is Interactions and Ecosystems. In math, we have been working with fractions and will be working with geo boards.
Ms. Pond's class: We are wrapping up our Structures and Forces Unit with the House of Learning presentations this week. Our next unit is Interactions and Ecosystems. In math, we are continuing to work on integers.
Ms. William's class: We are wrapping up our Structures and Forces Unit with the House of Learning presentations this week. Our next unit is Interactions and Ecosystems. In math, we have been creating algebraic problems.
This week important dates:
Tuesday, Nov.27th - Grade 7 Ski Trip (Be at school at 7:50!!)
Ms. Rudolph's class: We are wrapping up our Structures and Forces Unit with the House of Learning presentations this week. Our next unit is Interactions and Ecosystems. In math, we have been working with fractions and will be working with geo boards.
Ms. Pond's class: We are wrapping up our Structures and Forces Unit with the House of Learning presentations this week. Our next unit is Interactions and Ecosystems. In math, we are continuing to work on integers.
Ms. William's class: We are wrapping up our Structures and Forces Unit with the House of Learning presentations this week. Our next unit is Interactions and Ecosystems. In math, we have been creating algebraic problems.
Week of Nov. 19-21
No school on Thursday and Friday!
Book Fair Monday and Tuesday
Ms. Rudolph - Students continue to work on their House of Learning projects! They are busily constructing their First Nations structures and conducting research. In math, we are beginning Fractions. On Monday, our math consultant will be conducting a lesson using pattern blocks.
Ms. Pond - Students continue their House of Learning work. In math, students are working on adding and subtracting integers.
Ms. Williams - Students continue their House Of Learning work. In math, students are working on equations, and then back to fractions and decimals.
Please read the notice below from parent council:
“Dear Parents,
The next Healthy Hunger fundraiser is Nov. 28th Subway. The deadline to order is Friday Nov. 23. The new and exciting option is a Nutrition Break snack from Cobs!! The first theme is “Scones”. Go online and select the tasty scone of your choice. Your child will be able to pick up their scone from their homeroom teacher during nutrition break Dec. 12th. We hope you enjoy the new snack option. Stay tuned for other themes from our local Cobs Bakery.
Thank you for participating in the F.A.N.S. (Fundraising Association for Nose Creek School) fundraising events!
F.A.N.S.”
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Week of November 12-16th
Important Notices:
Monday, November 12th - Eric Walters Comes! Students can bring cash to buy his books!
Wednesday, November 14th - Bridges Field Trip - Make sure students are dressed appropriately!
Ms. Rudolph's class: We have been working with integers. Students discovered how to subtract integers and we next week, we will be working on word problems. There will be an integer test on Thursday, November 15th. In science, all classes have started working on the House of Learning project. In pairs or by themselves, students will build a model of a First Nations structure and research the science behind it.
Ms. Pond's class: We have been using number lines to discover how integers work. Next week, we will practice adding and subtracting integers.
Ms. Williams' class: We will be having a quiz on Monday. I will attach the practice quiz given Friday. Then we will be working a little more with growing patterns and moving into simple algebra by the end of the week. We will be using models like number lines to play guess my number. Ex. I am thinking of a number that if I add 7 to it equals 12. In Science we are starting House of Learning. In pairs or by themselves, students will build a model of a First Nations structure and research the science behind it.
***Remember to bring in your building supplies for the House of Learning!
Important Notices:
Monday, November 12th - Eric Walters Comes! Students can bring cash to buy his books!
Wednesday, November 14th - Bridges Field Trip - Make sure students are dressed appropriately!
Ms. Rudolph's class: We have been working with integers. Students discovered how to subtract integers and we next week, we will be working on word problems. There will be an integer test on Thursday, November 15th. In science, all classes have started working on the House of Learning project. In pairs or by themselves, students will build a model of a First Nations structure and research the science behind it.
Ms. Pond's class: We have been using number lines to discover how integers work. Next week, we will practice adding and subtracting integers.
Ms. Williams' class: We will be having a quiz on Monday. I will attach the practice quiz given Friday. Then we will be working a little more with growing patterns and moving into simple algebra by the end of the week. We will be using models like number lines to play guess my number. Ex. I am thinking of a number that if I add 7 to it equals 12. In Science we are starting House of Learning. In pairs or by themselves, students will build a model of a First Nations structure and research the science behind it.
***Remember to bring in your building supplies for the House of Learning!
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Week of November 5th - 9th
Ms. Rudolph's class: We will be exploring integers this week! Students will learn what an integer is, how they are used in real life, review zero pairs, talk about absolute zero and use a number line to add integers. In Science we will continue examining different forces like tension, compression, torsion, and shear. Students will complete the Bend or Break lab which will look at how metal fatigues.
Ms. Pond's class - We will be investigating integers - where they are placed on a number line, how they are used in real life, how to add positive and negative integers and more! In Science, we will continue examining different forces and will complete the Bend or Break Lab which will look at how metal fatigues through bending.
Ms. William's class - In Science , we will doing a force lab and dissecting juice boxes. For math, we will be looking at integers and patterns.
Don't forget that on Friday, November 9th we will be having our Remembrance Day Assembly!
IMPORTANT DATES:
November 5th - Safety Patrol Forms Due
November 8th - Ski Forms Due/Safety Patrol Training
November 9th - Remembrance Assembly 11:00 am in main gym
Ms. Pond's class - We will be investigating integers - where they are placed on a number line, how they are used in real life, how to add positive and negative integers and more! In Science, we will continue examining different forces and will complete the Bend or Break Lab which will look at how metal fatigues through bending.
Ms. William's class - In Science , we will doing a force lab and dissecting juice boxes. For math, we will be looking at integers and patterns.
Don't forget that on Friday, November 9th we will be having our Remembrance Day Assembly!
IMPORTANT DATES:
November 5th - Safety Patrol Forms Due
November 8th - Ski Forms Due/Safety Patrol Training
November 9th - Remembrance Assembly 11:00 am in main gym
Mobile Escape Room - October 29th - Nov. 1st
All Grade 7's will be working on creating the Mobile Escape Room next week. Each Grade 7 class will have an hour a day to plan, make puzzles, create props, music, etc.
OPEN TO PUBLIC: 3:30 - 5:30 Thursday, November 1st Come and try it out!!!
Ms. Rudolph's Class - They have wrapped up algebra and will be moving on to integers. In Science, students will be examining how external forces on a structure affect the internal forces.
Ms. Pond's class - Students will be solving equations by modeling with algebra tiles. In Science, students will be examining internal forces through the marshmallow lab.
Ms. WIlliams class - We are moving on to fractions and looking at patterns in art and mathematics. In Science, we will be continuing arena design presentations, doing a force lab and dissecting a juice box to look at the functions of the different parts.
OPEN TO PUBLIC: 3:30 - 5:30 Thursday, November 1st Come and try it out!!!
Ms. Rudolph's Class - They have wrapped up algebra and will be moving on to integers. In Science, students will be examining how external forces on a structure affect the internal forces.
Ms. Pond's class - Students will be solving equations by modeling with algebra tiles. In Science, students will be examining internal forces through the marshmallow lab.
Ms. WIlliams class - We are moving on to fractions and looking at patterns in art and mathematics. In Science, we will be continuing arena design presentations, doing a force lab and dissecting a juice box to look at the functions of the different parts.
Science Quiz
Ms. Pond and Ms. Rudolph's classes: Quiz on Topics 1-3 in Science
Students should review the following:
-Mass, frame and shell structures (advantages and disadvantages of each
-5 elements of design (function, safety, materials, aesthetics and joints)
- mass and weight (definitions and calculations)
- examples of fasteners and joints
- combination structures
Students should review the following:
-Mass, frame and shell structures (advantages and disadvantages of each
-5 elements of design (function, safety, materials, aesthetics and joints)
- mass and weight (definitions and calculations)
- examples of fasteners and joints
- combination structures
Week of Oct.22 - 25th
Ms. William's classes:
Math - We are jumping head first into Fractions.
Science - Arena project presentations starting on Wednesday.
Ms. Pond's classes:
Math - We will be correcting 1.6 on Monday and starting reading/writing equations.
Science - Students will start learning about mass and weight.
Ms. Rudolph's classes:
Math - Students need to have their equation sheets completed by Monday, October 22nd. We will begin working on solving equations using algebra tiles.
Science - We will be reviewing Topics 1/3 in science and there will be a review quiz on Thursday.
Please bring back your Bridges Field Trip forms by Thursday, October 25th.
Students should be bringing in supplies to build their structures for Mobile Escape Room.
Math - We are jumping head first into Fractions.
Science - Arena project presentations starting on Wednesday.
Ms. Pond's classes:
Math - We will be correcting 1.6 on Monday and starting reading/writing equations.
Science - Students will start learning about mass and weight.
Ms. Rudolph's classes:
Math - Students need to have their equation sheets completed by Monday, October 22nd. We will begin working on solving equations using algebra tiles.
Science - We will be reviewing Topics 1/3 in science and there will be a review quiz on Thursday.
Please bring back your Bridges Field Trip forms by Thursday, October 25th.
Students should be bringing in supplies to build their structures for Mobile Escape Room.
7A/E
Wednesday October 18
Wednesday October 18
- Students must have Extra Practice 6 completed by Thursday. This assignment will be graded.
Tuesday, October 16th
7A/E
7A/E
- Students have been given back the 1.3/1.5 quiz for Math and must get it signed and return to Mrs. Pond ASAP.
- Please bring in your Design Detective structure along with your information sheet for Wednesday.
Monday October 15th
- 7A/E please complete 1.6 for Tuesday.
- Students please bring in all supplies for your futuristic structures.
Week of October 15 - 19th
Math:
Ms. Rudolph's classes - Please bring back signed and corrected quizzes for Monday. We will continue working on graphing input/output tables.
Ms. Pond's classes - Next week, students will be working on graphing input/output tables.
Science:
7a, b, c, and e will be evaluating each other's structures on Monday. These were clothing or a game controller. Make sure that you include the following on your design: function, aesthetics, materials, safety and joints
Design Detective: Students in 7b and c have been asked to bring in a unique structure on Monday(for example: I showed the students a picture of a hand held butter churn and most didn't know what it was!). It should have a clear function. Make sure it isn't valuable or too big. Students can also print off a picture of an item as well. Ms. Pond's class will be starting this next week.
We will also be continuing with fun labs to learn about forces and design fails in structures.
Homework:
Structure Picture clearly labelled (7a, b, c, and e) - Monday, October 12th
Math Quiz signed and corrected (7b and c) - Monday, October 12th
***Bridges field trip forms were handed out. Money and forms due: OCTOBER 25TH!
Ms. Rudolph's classes - Please bring back signed and corrected quizzes for Monday. We will continue working on graphing input/output tables.
Ms. Pond's classes - Next week, students will be working on graphing input/output tables.
Science:
7a, b, c, and e will be evaluating each other's structures on Monday. These were clothing or a game controller. Make sure that you include the following on your design: function, aesthetics, materials, safety and joints
Design Detective: Students in 7b and c have been asked to bring in a unique structure on Monday(for example: I showed the students a picture of a hand held butter churn and most didn't know what it was!). It should have a clear function. Make sure it isn't valuable or too big. Students can also print off a picture of an item as well. Ms. Pond's class will be starting this next week.
We will also be continuing with fun labs to learn about forces and design fails in structures.
Homework:
Structure Picture clearly labelled (7a, b, c, and e) - Monday, October 12th
Math Quiz signed and corrected (7b and c) - Monday, October 12th
***Bridges field trip forms were handed out. Money and forms due: OCTOBER 25TH!
7D - Structures and Forces - Design the Arena Assignment
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7D - Percents of a number quiz Oct 12 -
Ask the students about Mobile Escape Room!
Algebra Quiz - 7D and 7E Tuesday, October 10th
See below for what to study!
Algebra Quiz - 7B and 7C Thursday October 4th
What to study?
Review input/output tables.
Know the following terms: variables, numerical coefficient, constant, expressions, equations,
Review writing expressions from words to numbers/symbols and from numbers to words
***Extra help available Tuesday at noon or any day before/after school!!!!
Review input/output tables.
Know the following terms: variables, numerical coefficient, constant, expressions, equations,
Review writing expressions from words to numbers/symbols and from numbers to words
***Extra help available Tuesday at noon or any day before/after school!!!!
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 10-14
PLEASE BRING BACK FORMS NEXT WEEK!
Math:
Last week: We began divisibility. We made booklets with the rules and started with some practice exercises. Check out the "Rules for Divisibility" video below.
This week: Students will be rotating through stations to practice their divisibility skills. There will be games, puzzles and worksheets.
Science:
Last Week: Students learned the important guidelines for lab safety. We also looked at the WHMIS symbols and students are to find some products at home and record which symbols are present.
This week: We will finishing up WHMIS. Students will be put into random groupings and be given supplies to make a golf ball bridge. They need to design it, build it and test it. We will also be talking about the science fair and students will have a chance to think about topics and choose partners.
Divisibility Quiz for Ms. Rudolph's class September 14th
Students have been working hard learning the rules and practicing with games, puzzles and worksheets. Extra help is available any day this week after school or at lunch. Students have the choice to use their divisibility booklet or not depending on their confidence. They will be marked on a slightly different rubric if using their booklets. Good luck Grade 7's!!!
Week of September 17th-20th
Math
Last Week: Students continued working on divisibility rules with a lot of practice and activities. Students in Ms. Rudolph and Ms. William's classes wrote their divisibility quizzes on Friday. Students in Ms. Pond's classes will write the divisibility quiz on Tuesday, September 18th.
Next Week: We will begin looking at algebraic expressions and students will be introduced to the following terms: numerical coefficient, constant term, variables and the difference between an expression and an equation.
***Remember that the math workbook is available for $15. This is an optional purchase.
Science:
Last Week: Students in Ms. Pond's class and Ms. Rudolph's class completed the golf ball bridge challenge.
Next Week: We will be looking at measurement and starting our Structures and Forces Unit.
***On Friday, September 14th, students were introduced to the science fair. Grade 7's are able to work alone or with one other partner. Every Friday (8:30-9:50) until the end of January will be a designated science fair time. Students should know their topic by September 28th as that is the day we will officially begin science fair prep. Please support your child at home as well! Check out the checklist below!
***Describe one of the teachers on the blog to get a prize on Monday!
Last Week: Students continued working on divisibility rules with a lot of practice and activities. Students in Ms. Rudolph and Ms. William's classes wrote their divisibility quizzes on Friday. Students in Ms. Pond's classes will write the divisibility quiz on Tuesday, September 18th.
Next Week: We will begin looking at algebraic expressions and students will be introduced to the following terms: numerical coefficient, constant term, variables and the difference between an expression and an equation.
***Remember that the math workbook is available for $15. This is an optional purchase.
Science:
Last Week: Students in Ms. Pond's class and Ms. Rudolph's class completed the golf ball bridge challenge.
Next Week: We will be looking at measurement and starting our Structures and Forces Unit.
***On Friday, September 14th, students were introduced to the science fair. Grade 7's are able to work alone or with one other partner. Every Friday (8:30-9:50) until the end of January will be a designated science fair time. Students should know their topic by September 28th as that is the day we will officially begin science fair prep. Please support your child at home as well! Check out the checklist below!
***Describe one of the teachers on the blog to get a prize on Monday!
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Structures and Forces Textbook Topics 1-3
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Week of September 24th-28th
Math
Last Week: 7D worked on adding and subtracting decimals. The other classes started algebraic expressions and will continue working on translating algebraic expressions and equations.
Next Week: 7D will be working on adding and subtracting decimals using mental math. The other classes will continue practicing writing algebraic expressions.
HOMEWORK: Students in 7B and 7C have an algebraic expressions worksheet that is due on Monday, September 24th. If they were absent, they can work on it on Monday. All students should be reviewing terminology.
Reminders: Payment for the math booklets will be accepted until September 28th,
Science
Last Week: 7B and 7C started looking at Topic 1 terms for Structures and Forces including: mass, shell and frame structures. 7D worked on their homes project and 7A and 7E completed their golf ball bridges.
Next Week: Students in 7B and 7C will look at which manufactured structures are inspired by natural structures found in nature.
7D students will continue working on their homes project and 7A and 7E will work on metric conversions.
Last Week: 7D worked on adding and subtracting decimals. The other classes started algebraic expressions and will continue working on translating algebraic expressions and equations.
Next Week: 7D will be working on adding and subtracting decimals using mental math. The other classes will continue practicing writing algebraic expressions.
HOMEWORK: Students in 7B and 7C have an algebraic expressions worksheet that is due on Monday, September 24th. If they were absent, they can work on it on Monday. All students should be reviewing terminology.
Reminders: Payment for the math booklets will be accepted until September 28th,
Science
Last Week: 7B and 7C started looking at Topic 1 terms for Structures and Forces including: mass, shell and frame structures. 7D worked on their homes project and 7A and 7E completed their golf ball bridges.
Next Week: Students in 7B and 7C will look at which manufactured structures are inspired by natural structures found in nature.
7D students will continue working on their homes project and 7A and 7E will work on metric conversions.
Week of October 1-5
Math: Students continue using algebra to solve expressions. Next week students will work on input/output tables, as well as graphing values.
Students in Ms. William's class have been working on decimals and how to add, subtract and multiply.
Science: Students are examining the 5 design features which are considered before designing a structure. These include: function, aesthetics, joints, materials and safety.
Students in Ms. William's class have been working on decimals and how to add, subtract and multiply.
Science: Students are examining the 5 design features which are considered before designing a structure. These include: function, aesthetics, joints, materials and safety.