Le Moine Blog 2019-2020

Housekeeping :  - Book talks are due before the break.  Courtney and I have now conferenced with each student.  What can you do to help your child?  As them to deliver the following: the hook, the background, their points, their context/commentary, and their text to text connection.  Students should be re-reading their novels and selecting their points.  By "points", I mean they should be deciding "reasons for reading the novel".  If they are not convincing you to read this book, it won't go well! - We are doing Secret Santa in our class.  If you want to make a gift, go for it!  You can even make a card and write a kind message.  If you wish to purchase a gift, the maximum is $10.00. - We will be increasing our reading at home over the second term, so start looking around for good books to read! KUDOS:  to Ava H. and Rachel for volunteering to go first for the book talks! QOTD: "Keep the lemon out!" -The boys English: - Rehe

Housekeeping :  - I have added a new topic to the GC called: "Rubrics".  As the name suggests, it is a storehouse for current and past rubrics should you lose yours.  - Book talks are due before the break.  Courtney and I have now conferenced with each student.  What can you do to help your child?  As them to deliver the following: the hook, the background, their points, their context/commentary, and their text to text connection.  Students should be re-reading their novels and selecting their points.  By "points", I mean they should be deciding "reasons for reading the novel".  If they are not convincing you to read this book, it won't go well! - We are doing Secret Santa in our class.  If you want to make a gift, go for it!  You can even make a card and write a kind message.  If you wish to purchase a gift, the maximum is $10.00. - We will be increasing our reading at home over the second term, so start looking around for good books to read

Housekeeping :  - I have added a new topic to the GC called: "Rubrics".  As the name suggests, it is a storehouse for current and past rubrics should you lose yours.  - Book talks are due before the break.  Courtney and I have now conferenced with each student.  What can you do to help your child?  As them to deliver the following: the hook, the background, their points, their context/commentary, and their text to text connection.  Students should be re-reading their novels and selecting their points.  By "points", I mean they should be deciding "reasons for reading the novel".  If they are not convincing you to read this book, it won't go well! - We are doing Secret Santa in our class.  If you want to make a gift, go for it!  You can even make a card and write a kind message.  If you wish to purchase a gift, the maximum is $10.00. - We will be increasing our reading at home over the second term, so start looking around for good books to read

Housekeeping :  - I have added a new topic to the GC called: "Rubrics".  As the name suggests, it is a storehouse for current and past rubrics should you lose yours.  - Book talks are due before the break.  This is what we have done so far: hook, background, listed possible points, context/commentary, and text to text connection.  Students should be re-reading their novels and selecting their points.  By "points", I mean they should be deciding "reasons for reading the novel" - We are doing Secret Santa in our class.  If you want to make a gift, go for it!  You can even make a card and write a kind message.  If you wish to purchase a gift, the maximum is $10.00. - We will be increasing our reading at home over the second term, so start looking around for good books to read! KUDOS:  to Jordie, Sky, and MacKenna for being the first three to volunteer for the "one minute layup challenge". QOTD: " English: -   - Th

Housekeeping :  - Book talks are due before the break.  This is what we have done so far: hook, background, listed possible points, and learned about context/commentary.  Students should be re-reading their novels and selecting their points.  By "points", I mean they should be deciding "reasons for reading the novel" - We are doing Secret Santa in our class.  If you want to make a gift, go for it!  Maximum $10.00 for a purchased gift. - I'm still waiting for some report card envelopes to come back.  I hear some might in the recycling bin... KUDOS:  to Orcas for winning the "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" Math Challenge! QOTD: " English: -   - There will be time in class for S.U.A.R. this week, so please ensure you have your novel EVERY day in class -  Book talk outline is due Monday at Midnight.  You may hand in a paper copy if you prefer. -  Math: - One page worksheet (double-sided) is due Monday -   -  Histor

Housekeeping :  - Book talks are due before the break.  This is what we have done so far: hook, background, listed possible points, and learned about context.  Students should be re-reading their novels and selecting their points.  By "points", I mean they should be deciding "reasons for reading the novel" - Grade 8 Parents: a list of all high school open house events can be found  here .   **** AURORA HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DATE CHANGE: Tonight! 6-8 p.m. -  Sign up for the "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" algebra-style contest that will take place on Friday. - I'm still waiting for some report card envelopes to come back.  I hear some might in the recycling bin... KUDOS:  to Kyle and Sky for defeating Jordie and me in 2 v 2 volleyball.  Kudos also to Grizzlies for a commanding victory during the Context House Challenge. QOTD: "Doesn't "several" mean 7?" -Hannah.  "Ohio" English: -  Context

Housekeeping :  - Book talks are due before the break.  This is what we have done so far: hook, background, listed possible points, and learned about context.  Students should be re-reading their novels and selecting their points.  By "points", I mean they should be deciding "reasons for reading the novel" - I have added a new Topic on the GC called "QUIZLET".  This is a place where I will add links to electronic flashcards to practice our current topics of study.  I posted a bevy of quizlets this weekend, and they serve as an  excellent  way to review what we're studying when you have a few minutes.  Currently there are French, History, and Math links. - Grade 8 Parents: a list of all high school open house events can be found  here .   **** AURORA HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DATE CHANGE: Wednesday, December 11, 6-8 p.m. -   KUDOS:  to Kyle and Hunter for getting the trivia question: "What do D, V, and T stand for in physics?" QOTD:

Housekeeping :  - Students should now be finished the novel they are going to present for the book talk.  Students will have the option to present BEFORE or AFTER the winter break.  Yes, they have a choice - all should be ready to go before the break, but if some students would like the extra time of the break to practice, that's fine by me.  If someone wants to get it done and fully relax before the break, that's o.k. by me too. - I have added a new Topic on the GC called "QUIZLET".  This is a place where I will add links to electronic flashcards to practice our current topics of study.  I posted a bevy of quizlets this weekend, and they serve as an excellent way to review what we're studying when you have a few minutes.  Currently there are French, History, and Math links. - Grade 8 Parents: a list of all high school open house events can be found  here .   **** AURORA HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DATE CHANGE: Wednesday, December 11, 6-8 p.m. -   KUDOS:  to

Housekeeping :  - Students should be finished their novels by Sunday in preparation for their book talks. - Grade 8 Parents: a list of all high school open house events can be found  here .   **** AURORA HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DATE CHANGE: Wednesday, December 11, 6-8 p.m. -   KUDOS:  to... QOTD: " English: - Complete the "background" assignment on Google Classroom.  Due Sunday at midnight. - There will be time in class for S.U.A.R. this week, so please ensure you have your novel EVERY day in class -  -  Math : - -  History : - Grade 7 and 8 worksheet for next week: 7 - Plains of Abraham; grade 8: The Iron Road.  Read and respond to questions.  Do not do the Alex Mac research.   - Grade 7 and 8 will be presenting their findings next week (grade 7: battle of the Plains of Abraham; grade 8: Obstacles in the Way) French : -  - Join the Duolingo Classroom!  Check it out on the GC! Science : - Grade 8 Test next Wednesday: cells.  

Housekeeping :  - We are starting book talks very soon, so HAVE THE KIDS TURN OFF THE T.V., CANCEL THE NETFLIX ACCOUNT, TAKE AWAY THEIR PHONES AND MAKE THEM READ!  Students will be presenting  any  book they have read  since September , and regrettably some are still on their first book.  Between now an d the Winter Break, students should be finishing their book and even re-reading their novels.   - Grade 8 Parents: a list of all high school open house events can be found  here .   **** AURORA HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DATE CHANGE: Wednesday, December 11, 6-8 p.m. -   KUDOS:  to Rumaisa for winning the french test.  Kudos also to Sky for winning the speed round. QOTD :  " English: - There will be time in class for S.U.A.R. this week, so please ensure you have your novel EVERY day in class - Complete your 10 reasons why we should read your book -  Math : - Grade 7 + 8: Worksheets 11-20 are due Thursday night at midnight -  History : - Grade 7 and 8 worksheet fo

Housekeeping :  - We are starting book talks very soon, so HAVE THE KIDS TURN OFF THE T.V., CANCEL THE NETFLIX ACCOUNT, TAKE AWAY THEIR PHONES AND MAKE THEM READ!  Students will be presenting any book they have read since September , and regrettably some are still on their first book.  Between now an d the Winter Break, students should be finishing their book and even re-reading their novels.   - Grade 8 Parents: a list of all high school open house events can be found  here .   **** AURORA HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DATE CHANGE: Wednesday, December 11, 6-8 p.m. -   KUDOS:  to MacKenna and Rumaisa for figuring out the second Math Measurement Time bonus!   QOTD :  "Sometimes, when building a piece of Ikea furniture, the pieces just don't fit." -Dawson "Moine" "Moine" "MOINE" "MOINE" "Are we going on a field trip to Florida to get rid of snakes?" - Addison (in science class) English: - There will be time in