Homework Assigned For Homeroom: 8-7(216)
June 11, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Completed sample exam Part B #18-45, then corrected. Continuing Part B tomorrow as well as module review sheets. Please bring these materials to class.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students worked on practice exams from previous years in preparation for final exam.
June 10, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students worked on a Scientific Literacy Assessment from a past year as practice for this year's exam.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected questions #13-17 of sample exam Part A, then worked on Module reviews. Please bring a calculator tomorrow for completing Part B of the sample exam.
June 9, 2014
Health
Assigned By: Christine Tessier
All work is now past due.
If you have not completed your journal question please do this as soon as possible (question below). Your web search on mental health is now past due. Please pass this in to me during homeroom on Tuesday.

1)L’assurance-santé doit-elle couvrir les soins aux personnes qui sont malades à cause du tabac?

2)Faut-il interdire la vente de cigarettes et de tabac?
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students completed Section A of a sample exam, then began corrections.
Please bring module review sheets to class tomorrow to ask questions you may have for modules 1 through 5.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We reviewed variables in preparation for the Scientific Literacy Assessment.
No homework assigned.
June 6, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 8.5: Read through pp.463-467 and assigned p.467 #6.
Sec 8.6: Ques p.476 #3(i),4(i),5abc
Course completed! Youpi!
Extensive exam preparation next week.
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
We have been discussing chapter 4. Students will work on an inclass project next week. This will be their final evaluation in the course.
June 5, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students wrote Quiz/Test Sc8.4.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 8.4 Transformations
Read through pp.457-459 together and assigned p.460 questions #6,7,8.
Returned Portfolio #5 with review sheets.
June 4, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 8.3 Constructing 3D objects.
Assigned pp.450-451 #4,5,6,7,8,10
June 3, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 8.2 Drawing front, top, and side views of 3D objects after having been rotated horizontally or vertically.
Read intro p.441
Assigned p.445 Ques #4,7,8
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We have started exam review in class. This week we have continued with poetry and have also been practicing for the Demand Writing section of the exam which will be written on Monday, June 9th, during the first period. Students will then return to regular classes.
June 2, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Module 8: La géométrie
Sec 8.1 Drawing front, top and side views of various 3D objects on dot paper. Assigned pp.437-438 #4 & #5[#8,9,10 Extra]
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We completed notes on organites and their function, p.7-8 in Carnet Sc8.4, and definitions 1-9 on p.2.
Homework: Revision questions 1-12 on p.12-13.
Reminder that final quiz Sc8.4 will be Thursday June 5.
May 29, 2014
Health
Assigned By: Christine Tessier
Finish your journal question for next class.

1)L’assurance-santé doit-elle couvrir les soins aux personnes qui sont malades à cause du tabac?

2)Faut-il interdire la vente de cigarettes et de tabac?
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Completed Module 6 test corrections today.
Starting Module 8 on Monday. Last one!
PD day tomorrow. Enjoy your long weekend!
May 28, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students wrote Module 7 In-class assignment today. Portfolio #4 was returned with review sheets. Please bring Module 6 test to class tomorrow for corrections.Beginning Module 8 on Monday.
May 27, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed reproduction of flowering plants (by popular request) then carried on with parts of plant and animal cells. (p.6 in Carnet Sc8.4).
No homework assigned.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Review class today for Module 7.
MODULE 7 IN-CLASS ASGN TOMORROW.
CALCULATORS & MATH RESOURCES PERMITTED.
Suggested review from textbook:
pp.424-427 #1,2,3,5,7,10,11,12,13,14,15
May 26, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Returned Module 6 test. Please bring them to class on Thursday for corrections.
Today we continued Sec 7.4 pp.420-421 #4,6,10,12 as well as review pp.424-427 #1,2,3,5,7,10,11,12,13,14,15.
MODULE 7 IN-CLASS ASGN WED MAY 28
CALCULATORS ARE PERMITTED
May 23, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued Sec 7.3 pp.411-413 #3,5,6,7,10,12, then corrected select questions.
Introduced Sec 7.4 by going through Explore p.417. Began questions pp.420-421 #4,6,9,10,12 which we will continue in class on Monday.
MODULE 7 IN-CLASS ASGN WED MAY 28
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
This week we completed our speeches and worked on our final independent novel assignments, a novel review/paragraph. This has been completed by most students. Also, we began a poetry unit. Students will receive their exam study guide/review sheet on Monday. The demand writing section of the exam will be on MONDAY, JUNE 9th during regular class time.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed the characteristics of living things and completed p.5 in Carnet Sc8.4.
No homework assigned.
May 22, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select questions from pp.399-402 #3,4,5,9,10,14
Introduced Sec 7.3 and assigned p.411 #3,5,6 for homework.
MODULE 7 IN-CLASS ASGN WED MAY 28
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We introduced use of the microscope. Carnet Sc8.4 was handed out. We will work on this for about two weeks, then have a quiz/test on this booklet on Thursday June 5, after which we will spend the last week of class doing practice exercises for the Scientific Literacy Assessment which will be done during exam week.
May 21, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students wrote Test Sc8.2.
May 20, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Began module 7 today.
Sec 7.1 Read through pp.383-386 and assigned pp.387-389 #4,5,6,10
MODULE 7 IN-CLASS ASSIGNMENT WED MAY 28
May 16, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students wrote Module 6 test today.
Portfolio #3 with review sheets was distributed for students to start working through at home.
Please bring a new exercise book on Tuesday to start Module 7.
Enjoy the long weekend!
May 15, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select questions from review pp.371-373 #2,4,6,10,12,15,18,19,20
MODULE 6 TEST TOMORROW FRI MAY 16
May 14, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select parts of Sec 6.7 Ques pp.363-365 #4,5,6,7,9,11,13
Began review pp.371-373 #2,4,6,10,12,15,18,19,20
MODULE 6 TEST FRI MAY 16
May 13, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select parts of pp.356-357 #4,5,6,8,9,11,12
Sec 6.7 Read intro and 'Découvre' pp.360-362 and assigned Ques pp.363-365 #4,5aceg,6efgh,7,9,11,13
MODULE 6 TEST FRI MAY 16
May 12, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Barbara Pynn
Corrections of p.350; Intro to Table de Valeurs and assigned p.356 (#4-6); DON'T FORGET UNIT 6 TEST ON FRIDAY
Portfolio 5 is way overdue!!!!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 6.6 Read through 'Découvre' pp.352-354 and assigned Ques pp.356-357 #4,5,6,8,9,11,12
Portfolio #2 was returned with review sheet for students to begin Module 2 review at home.
MODULE 6 TEST FRI MAY 16
May 9, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Introduction to ray diagrams for curved mirrors.
Unit test Sc8.2 (2 carnets only) has been set for Wednesday May 21.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Assigned mid-module review p.350 Ques #1,3,5,7,8,9
MODULE 6 TEST FRI MAY 16
May 8, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Working through Sec 6.5 today:
Ques pp.347-348 #4,5,6,11,14,17a
MODULE 6 TEST FRI MAY 16
Please continue Module 1 review at home.
May 7, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Distributed & explained Sec 6.4 and 6.5 notes.
Assigned pp.342-343 #4,6,7acegi,8acegi,12aceg,15,19ab
MODULE 6 TEST FRI MAY 16
May 6, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Applications of curved mirrors, p.10 and top of p.11 in Carnet Sc8.2.2.
No homework assigned.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected p.336 #3 and #4
Continued pp.336-337 #5,6,7,8,9,12
ATTENTION STUDENTS TRAVELING TO QUEBEC:
Sec 6.4 and 6.5 will be covered this week:
Ques pp.342-343 #4,6,7,8,12,15,19ab
Ques pp.347-348 #4,5,6,11,14,17a
May 5, 2014
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We will begin speeches on Wednesday, May 7th. All students have had their rough copies returned and are expected to be prepared to present on Wednesday. Rough copies must be submitted with the final draft.
Also, students have been asked to continue reading their independent novels at home. They must be read by Tuesday, May 20th.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Revisited Sec 6.2 and corrected select parts of Ques pp.331-332 #8,10,12,13
Noted Sec 6.3 Solving Equations with Fractions and assigned p.336 #3 and #4 to be finished for homework.
May 2, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 6.2 Noted solving equations using algebra & assigned pp.331-332 #8,10,12,13
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students did a hands-on activity exploring images in plane, concave, and convex mirrors.
No homework assigned.
May 1, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Collected Portfolio #5.
Finished, then corrected select parts of Ques pp.324-326 #5,6,7,8,11,13
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We continued to work on ray diagrams for plane mirrors.
No homework assigned.
April 30, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Ray diagrams with plane mirrors were introduced.
No homework assigned.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We have been discussing/reviewing 'The Outsiders' in preparation for this Friday's test. Students were given 6 pages of notes/ study material today to use as home study.
Students will be starting their speeches next week which are based on their research of an inspirational/heroic person.
Students are also reading their final independent novel of the year. The project for this was discussed in class today and will be a book review.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Returned Portfolio #1 with review sheets. Please work through these at home while we work through Module 6 in school.
Introduced Sec 6.1 today and assigned pp.324-326 #5,6,7,8,11,13.
April 29, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Finished corrections of Module 5 Test.
Module 6: Assigned 'mots clés' p.317
PORTFOLIO #5 DUE THURS MAY 1
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students worked on a lab activity to locate the image of a point in a plane mirror using a ray box.
No homework assigned.
April 28, 2014
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
A reminder that we will be having a test this Friday, May 2nd. We are reviewing conflict and theme in class.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Began completion of 'Les Corrections' for Module 5 Test. Please bring a new exercise or loose leaf tomorrow for Module 6. PORTFOLIO #5 DUE THURS MAY 1
April 17, 2014
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
Have a great break everyone and good luck with the rest of the year, exams and of course have a nice summer! It was a pleasure teaching you all this year and you were such a great class to welcome me to my day every morning! Take good care!

(p.s. I still don't know who my replacement will be. The position has been advertised, however interviews will not be conducted until after April 25.)
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We completed the notes p.5 and watched a Bill Nye giving an overview of the properties of light.
Joyeuses Pâques!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
No homework.
Happy Easter!
April 16, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Returned term projects.
No homework assigned.
April 15, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students wrote Module 5 test today.
No homework assigned.
April 14, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Review class today.
MODULE 5 TEST TOMORROW (TUES APRIL 15)
YES, MANUAL PUSH-BUTTON CALCULATORS ARE PERMITTED.
Suggested review: Read/Study p.307
Ques pp.308-311 #1,3,4,5,6,10,11,12,14,15,17,20,21,22,24,26,27,28,30,31,32,33.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We will be having a test on 'The Outsiders' on Friday, May 2nd. We will review after the Easter break.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Carnet Sc8.2.2 was handed out. Students did an exploratory activity using mirrors which will lead to infer the laws of reflection.
No homework assigned.
April 11, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students wrote quiz Sc8.2.1.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We are continuing with 'The Outsiders'. The test on this novel will be after the Easter break. I will set the date one week in advance. We are discussing conflict and theme as related to this novel.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select parts of pp.303-305 #5,6,8,10,14abc, then began Module 5 review.
MODULE 5 TEST TUES APRIL 15
YES CALCULATORS ARE PERMITTED
Suggested review: Read/study p.307
Ques pp.308-311 #1,3,4,5,6,10,11,12,14,15,17,20,21,22,24,26,27,28,30,31,32,33.





April 10, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select parts of pp.298-299 #5,6,7,8,9,11,12,13,16,18 and assigned Sec 5.10 Explore p.300 and Ques pp.303-305 #5,6,8,10,14abc
April 9, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 5.9 Noted definition of 'taux unitaire' p.295 and assigned Ques pp.298-299 #5,6,7,8,9,11,12,13,16,18
MODULE 5 TEST TUES APRIL 15
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Started an in-class group project where the groups have been asked to design a residential shed.
April 8, 2014
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Finish and test the catapults.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed the electromagnetic spectrum and completed the bottom of p.9 in Carnet Sc8.3.1 and an extra page that I had forgotten to copy with the Carnet.
A revision booklet was handed out, in preparation for Quiz Sc8.3.1 which will be on Friday.
Homework: complete revision for Thursday, and study for quiz!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 5.8 Corrected parts of p.291 #4,6,8,9
Explained cross multiplication and assigned p.292 #10,12,13,14
MODULE 5 TEST TUES APRIL 15
April 7, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 5.7 Corrected pp.284-285 #4,5,6,7 and continued #11,12,14,15.
Introduced Sec 5.8 by noting definition of 'une proportion' p.287 and assigned pp.291-292 #4,6,8,9 to be finished for homework.
MODULE 5 TEST TUES APRIL 15
April 4, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select questions from Sec 5.6 pp.274-275 #6,7,8,10,13,14a,16,17 by students' request.
Introduced Sec 5.7 and assigned p.284 #4,5,6,7
MODULE 5 TEST TUES APRIL 15
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-chapter 6 test Tuesday, April 15
- study guides given out today
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Particle and wave models of light, and the characteristics of a wave p.8-9 in Carnet Sc8.2.1.
No new homework assigned, reminder that foldable project on the properties of light is due Tuesday, and that quiz Sc8.2.1 will be Friday.
April 3, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select questions from sec 5.5 at students' request.
Sec 5.6 Completed Explore p.269 together.
Assigned pp.274-275 #6,7,8,10,13,14a,16,17

MODULE 5 TEST TUES APR 15
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students did a small-group activity to classify pictures showing different instances of various properties of light. A projet-pliage on Les propriétés de la lumière was handed out - due Tuesday April 8.
Quiz Sc8.2.1 has been announced for next Friday, April 11.
April 2, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We completed the properties light, p.5-7 in Carnet Sc8.3.1.
No homework assigned.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 5.5 Ratios
Read 'Découvre' pp.265-266 and assigned Ques pp.266-268 #4,5,6,7,8,9,11,13,14abcd

MODULE 5 TEST TUES APRIL 15
March 31, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students completed in-class asgn and journal question on Sec 5.1-5.4
Starting Sec 5.5 tomorrow with the goal of testing the chapter before Easter Break. Students have been provided with a list of textbook questions for the rest of the chapter.
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Finish and test the catapults.
March 28, 2014
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Continued with catapult project.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We started an overview of the properties of light, p.5 in Carnet Sc8.2.1.
No homework assigned.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
This week we continued with 'The Outsiders' and with research papers/speeches. Students were told that their research papers must be worked on at HOME as well as in school and that they are due on WEDNESDAY, April 2nd.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We corrected yesterday's simulation lab on series and parallel circuits.
Students received a practice worksheet on Ohm's law calculations. Homework - finish at home.
March 27, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Introduced Sec 5.4 Taxes & Discount Distributed handout of notes/examples.
Assigned pp.260-261 #4a,5a,6a,7,8,9,10,11
Tomorrow will be a review class for working on Révision p.263 #1-4,6-10,12
IN-CLASS ASGN SEC 5.1-5.4 MON MARCH 31
PUSH BUTTON CALCULATORS ARE PERMITTED
March 26, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 5.3 Percent increase and decrease.
Continued with pp.253-254 #5,6,8,9,10,13
NOTE: #14 and 15 are challenging.
Tomorrow we will be working on Sec 5.4 Taxes and Discount pp.260-261 #4a, 5a, 6a, 7-11
IN-CLASS ASGN SEC 5.1-5.4 RESCHEDULED FOR MONDAY MARCH 31 YES MANUAL PUSH BUTTON CALCULATORS ARE PERMITTED.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We continued our overview of the optics and optical technologies.(Carnet Sc8.2.1, p.3-4)
No homework.
March 25, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Revisited Sec 5.3 notes and corrected p.252 #3 and #4. Assigned pp.253-254 #5,6,8,9 to be finished for homework.
IN-CLASS ASGN ORIGINALLY SET FOR THURS MARCH 27 HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR MONDAY MARCH 31 (SEC 5.1-5.4)
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Carnet Sc8.2.1 has been handed out. We discussed the French vocab on p.3, and started a historical overview of optics.
No homework.
March 20, 2014
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
Wednesday, March 26 is Purple Day at MDJH to raise awareness for epilepsy. Wear your purple and donate $1 to the cause! (Optional, of course!!)

Have a GREAT long weekend!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 5.3 Recorded notes
Assigned p.252 #3 and #4
IN-CLASS ASGN THURS MARCH 27 SEC 5.1-5.4
March 19, 2014
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Started an in-class project where the students construct a table-top catapult.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
This is a reminder that students should be collecting information/researching at home. This information is to be brought to class on Monday, March 24th.Students will be writing their research papers next week.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students wrote Test Sc8.3.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Stock market project was collected today.
Corrected select questions from Sec 5.2
No homework assigned.
IN-CLASS ASGN THURS MARCH 27 SEC 5.1-5.4
March 18, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Overview of sections 5.1 and 5.2 today.
Students continued assigned questions pp.246-247 #4,5,6,7,10,11,12a,15a
STOCK MARKET PROJECT DUE TOMORROW (MAR 19)
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We are working on a Research Essay/Speech. Students have selected an individual, male or female, living or deceased, whom they consider to be important and/or heroic. This paper should be 300-500 words and must include at least 2 sources of research. STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO DO THEIR RESEARCH IN SCHOOL AND AT HOME. Please bring research information to school on Monday, March 24 and we will work on the writing process in class. This section of the research process may also be worked on at home. This project is due on Monday, March 31st.

In class, we are also working on our second in-depth novel, 'The Outsiders'.
March 12, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected pp.239-240 #6,7,8,9
Assigned pp.239-241 #10,11,12,13,14,19,21
STOCK MARKET PROJECT DUE WED MARCH 19
March 11, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 5.1 Read 'Découvre' pp.235-237 and assigned pp.239-240 Ques #6,7,8,9 to be finished for homework.
STOCK MARKET PROJECT DUE MARCH 19
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We continued science project in-class presentations, and have used as much class time as we could spare for this. Any students who have not presented their project yet should make an appointment with me to present outside of class time.
Carnet Sc8.3.3 has been handed out. It's a very short Carnet and will be shortened even further to leave time to complete the two remaining units in the program. We will cover briefly the main concepts in couple of periods, and the unit test Sc8.3 (mostly based on the first two booklets) will be on Wednesday March 19.

Also don't forget Science Fair on Thursday!
Participants must be able to stay until judged in the first round, which might take until about 3:30. Students whose project is selected for the second round should then stick around (if possible!) until the winners are declared, usually by 5:00.
March 10, 2014
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Started an in-class project where the class will construct a table-top catapult.
March 7, 2014
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
In-class activity using the Design Process.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We continued science project in-class presentations.
Advance warning (this has not been explained in class yet):
Carnet Sc8.3.3 will be handed out next period. It's a very short Carnet and will be shortened even further to leave time to complete the two remaining units in the program. We will cover briefly the main concepts in a period or two, and the unit test Sc8.3 (mostly based on the first two booklets) will be on Wednesday March 19.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Portfolio #4 was collected today.
Read through module 5 definitions together and began section 5.1
No homework assigned.
PROJECT DUE WED MARCH 19
March 6, 2014
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-continued Heritage Fair Presentation
-chapter 5 independent study booklets are way past due: students can still pass them in but the mark will not be reflected in upcoming report card
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
(No science today, just an update as I have not posted in a while)
Students are presenting their Science Fair projects. No homework assigned.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Concluded in-class preparations of stock market project.Please finish definitions for mots clés p.233 if you haven't done so already.
PORTFOLIO #4 DUE FRI MARCH 7
PROJECT DUE WED MARCH 19
March 5, 2014
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We are beginning a research unit on an individual, male or female, living or deceased, who is considered to be important and/or heroic. This essay should be approximately 300- 500 words. We will work on this in class but students may also work on their essay at home. We will also learn the APA style of documenting sources - at least 2 sources must be used. We will work on this for approximately 2 weeks. The exact date will be posted later.
This project will also be presented to class as a speech.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Module 5
Assigned definitions for mots clés p.233
Project work will be continued in class tomorrow. Please bring project materials.
PORTFOLIO #4 DUE FRI MARCH 7
PROJECT DUE WED MARCH 19
March 4, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Completed module 4 test 'Les Corrections'. Please bring project materials and a new exercise for module 5 to class tomorrow.
PORTFOLIO #4 DUE FRI MARCH 7
March 3, 2014
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
A reminder that we are having a test tomorrow, Tuesday, March 4th on the 'No Limits/Chasing a Dream' unit.
Also, independent book reports were due today, Monday, March 3rd.
Francais
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
PC/IMP worksheets.... Be sure and come to classes prepared!!!!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued project work today (Due March 19). Please bring project materials and a new exercise book for module 5 to class tomorrow.
February 27, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued project work which we will resume on Monday.
Please bring a new exercise book next week for module 5.
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Class session on 'The Design Process'.
February 26, 2014
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
A couple of people have brought in forms, but not the $8 fee. Please try to remember to bring this in by Friday.
(Along with your permission form if you have not already done so!!)

Tomorrow (Thursday) is Pyjama day! Just get out of bed and roll on in in the morning!!
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Conducted an in-class assignment on the Properties of Materials.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students wrote quiz Sc8.3.2.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Stock market project: Students researched price history chart for their company.
Please bring project description booklet and a new exercise book to class tomorrow.
February 25, 2014
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-up to Des Personnages Historiques in chapter 6
- Students should be finishing Heritage Fair projects- due Monday
- do not forget essays and index cards
- any student who has not passed in their outline should do so as well as this is 5% of your mark
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Introduced term project 'Le marché des actions' which will be due March 19.
No homework assigned.
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
Anyone who has still not brought in permission slips and/or money ($8) for Friday's Spirit Day activities, please do so asap.
Wednesday is Pink Day - dress in some pink if you have it to show support for the school's anti-bullying policy. There will be cupcakes to celebrate as well!
February 24, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students wrote module 4 test today.
No homework assigned.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
Due to Spirit week activities, the book report is now due on Monday, March 3rd.
We will be having a test on 'No Limits/Chasing a Dream' next Tuesday, March 4th.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Science class cancelled because of Spirit Week assembly.
Reminder: Quiz Sc8.3.2 on Wednesday.
Also reminder that the Science Fair project is due for in-class presentations on Monday March 3.
February 21, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
MODULE 4 TEST MOVED TO MON FEB 24
NO CALCULATOR!
Final review today for surface area and volume of rectangular prism, triangular prism, and cylinder.
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
Don't forget your permission slips for Friday's activities are due in on Monday along with your $8 fee for the activity.

Have a great weekend!!
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
Independent novel assignments are due next Friday, February 28th. Students have been working on these in school but may complete them at home if necessary.
We are also continuing with the 'No Limits/ Chasing a Dream' unit. The test for this will be on March 4th. A study guide has been given to students for this test.
February 19, 2014
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
Please remember to bring in your permission forms for the activity day scheduled for next Friday, Feb. 28 - Bowling, skating, or the Works (MUN Fieldhouse).

So far the schedule for Spirit week (Feb. 24-28) is as follows:

Monday is rainbow day so dress in all your colours to support the LGBTQ community.

Wednesday is Pink day - bring your pink accessories to decorate me! In support of anti-bullying movement.

Friday is an activity day (bowling, skating, the Works) in the morning with a special hypnotist show in the afternoon you won't want to miss!!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected pp.206-207 #6,10,11,13
Continued 'Test Pratique' pp.226-227 #1-7 to be finished for homework if necessary.
MODULE 4 TEST FRI FEB 21
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We finished our discussion of buoyancy (p.16-18 in Carnet Sc8.3.2).
No homework assigned.

Quiz Sc8.3.2 has been set for next Wednesday Feb 26.

Reminder: continue work on Science Fair Project. Experimental results should be completed around Monday Feb 24. In-class presentation begin Monday March 3.
Also a reminder that I am available at lunchtime in my classroom every day except for days 1 and 4, to answer any questions on Science Projects.
February 18, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued pp.206-207 #6,10,11,13 to be finished for homework if necessary.
Began review with reading of p.222 and questions #1-7 pp.226-227 (to be continued in class tomorrow).
MODULE 4 TEST FRI FEB 21
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Reviewed improved construction materials and completed an in-class activity on Production Processes
February 14, 2014
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
In-class assignment on improved building materials.
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
Don't forget to wear our team colours on Tuesday! Belarus is Red and Green. (Break out your Christmas sweaters perhaps?!)
To learn more about our class's team, try this website: http://www.belarus.by/en/
We will decorate our door first thing Tuesday morning so if you have any decorations to contribute, please bring them along.

Have a great long weekend!!
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed forces and Newton's laws of motion, and introduced force diagrams in relation to buoyancy.
Homework: continue working on Science Fair project - next deadline experimental work should be completed by Monday Feb 24.
Extra help for science projects is available in my classroom every lunchtime except days 1 and 4.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued Sec 4.6 Volume of triangular prisms. No homework assigned.
MODULE 4 TEST FRI FEB 21
February 13, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select questions p.198 #4,5,6,7,9 on volume of rectangular prisms.
Sec 4.6 Introduced volume of triangular prisms and assigned p.205 #3,4,5
MODULE 4 TEST FRI FEB 21
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
The independent novel assignment is now due on Friday, February 28th.
February 12, 2014
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
- Students should be working on their Hertiage Fair Projects: Due March 3rd
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select questions from p.218 #4,5,6,8,9,10 volume of cylinder.
Sec 4.5 Volume of rectangular prism
Assigned p.198 #4,5,6,7,9
MODULE 4 TEST FRI FEB 21
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We continued our discussion of forces, and clarified the difference between weight (le poids) and mass (la masse).
No new homework assigned. Continue working on Science Fair project - next deadline experimental work should be completed by Monday Feb 24.
Extra help for science projects is available in my classroom every lunchtime except days 1 and 4.
February 11, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students continued working on volume of a cylinder questions p.218 #4,5,6,8,9,10.
Please finish this much for homework if not completed in class.
Some began Sec 4.5 Volume of a rectangular prism : Ques p.198 #4,5,6,7,9.
MODULE 4 TEST FRI FEB 21
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed density in relation to the particle theory, p.12-13 in Carnet Sc8.3.2. Forces were introduced.
No new homework assigned. Continue working on Science Fair project - next deadline experimental work should be completed by Monday Feb 24.
Extra help for science projects is available in my classroom every lunchtime except days 1 and 4.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We are continuing with the unit, 'No Limits/Chasing a Dream'. We will be having a test on this unit on March 4th.
Students are reminded that their independent novel assignments are due on Friday, January 21st.
February 10, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students were assigned to finish their work on the lab activity on the density of fluids. Meanwhile I checked students' progress on their Science Fair project. Their experimental plan was due to be completed last week. Many students are falling behind; experimental results should be in by Monday Feb 24.
Homework:
1. Finish lab sheet, including graphs, if you did not during class, and pass in at the start of the next science period.
2. Get cracking on Science Project.

Extra help for Science Projects:
For the next two weeks, I will be available in my classroom during lunchtime every day *except* days 1 and 4, for consultation by any student who has questions on their science fair project. Come if you need help!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Due to today's closure, Module 4 Test is rescheduled for Monday Feb 24.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 4.8 Assigned reading of p.216 as well as questions p.218 #4,5,6,8,9,10 which we will continue in class tomorrow.
February 7, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students wrote surface area quiz today.
No homework assigned.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
I am baaaaaack!!! I apologize for the lack of homework postings for the last few days, I have been home with the flu.
Students did a lab activity to measure the density of a fluid.
No homework assigned. Students should continue work on Science Fair projects.
February 6, 2014
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Snow day.
February 5, 2014
Technology Ed.
Assigned By: David Walsh
Introduction to the course. Started looking at the history of housing.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
QUIZ TOMORROW (THURS FEB 6)
SEC 4.1-4.4 & 4.7
STUDY SURFACE AREA SECTIONS OF NOTES PROVIDED!
February 4, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Revisited surface area of rectangular prisms, triangular prisms, and cylinders. Corrected select questions from mid-unit review p.194 and pp.212-213.
QUIZ THURS FEB 6 SEC 4.1-4.4 & 4.7
Francais
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
Interviews... for planet unit.
February 3, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued Sec 4.7 Surface area of a cylinder pp.212-213 Ques #6,8,10.
QUIZ THURS FEB 6 SEC 4.1-4.4 & 4.7
January 31, 2014
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
T-shirt orders and $ confirmation deadline has been extended to Monday. So if you'd still like to buy a pink T-shirt for the school's anti-bullying day in February, you still have a chance on Monday!

Have a great weekend!!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 4.7 Introduced surface area of cylinders and assigned p.212 Ques #4.
QUIZ THURS FEB 6 SEC 4.1-4.4 & 4.7
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Calculations involving density were introduced. Homework: complete practice calculations on p.8-10.
January 30, 2014
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
Reminder to bring in the $5 for your pink T-shirt orders as soon as possible (I think the deadline is tomorrow). The T-shirts are for the anti-bullying day to be held here at MDJH during the last week of February. If you would still like to order a T-Shirt, please let me know and bring me your $5 tomorrow morning. Thanks!
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
today students worked in LRC. They researched and worked on plans/outlines for Heritage Fair projects.
- Drafts of outlines should be submitted Monday, Feb.3 for feedback and suggestions
- chapter 5 tests were given back today
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected pp.192-193 #9 and #14
Assigned mid-unit review p.194
QUIZ THURS FEB 6 SEC 4.1-4.4 & 4.7

NOTE: Portfolio #3 has been collected. There are still 12 students who have not passed it in.
January 29, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected p.191 #4 and #7
Assigned pp.192-193 #9 and #14 to be finished for homework. Students who were ready to move forward began the mid-unit review p.194
QUIZ SEC 4.1-4.4 AND 4.7 THURS FEB 6
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
- Heritage fair projects have been given out and topics are due Thursday, January 30
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Carnet Sc8.3.2 was handed out. We went over the French vocab for the chapter on p.3, then student did an exploration activity to get a hands-on feel for the concepts of mass, volume, and density.
No new homework assigned.
On-going: continue working on Science Fair project. Next deadline: students should check their project idea with me by tomorrow Jan 30.
January 28, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected parts of pp.186-187 #4, 6, 10, 13 on surface area of rectangular prisms.
Explained surface area of triangular prisms and assigned p.191 #4 and #7 for homework.
Collected Portfolio #3
French
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
Planet Projects with Monsieur Doucet.
Grammar starting soon.
TV / radio 20 mins...per night
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We are continuing with the 'No Limits/Chasing a Dream' unit. The test on this unit will be Tuesday, March 4th. The independent novel assignment is due on Friday, February 21st.
January 27, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We went to the computer lab for students to continue searching for project ideas.
Idea due by Thursday Jan 30.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Worked through surface area section of math software in our computer lab.
No homework assigned.
PORTFOLIO #3 DUE TOMORROW!
January 24, 2014
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We are working on the 'No Limits'/ 'Chasing a Dream' unit. This week we worked on 'summary, purpose, and theme/message'. We will be continuing with this unit for the next few weeks. Students are also reading their second independent novel. This assignment for this is due on Friday, February 21st.
January 23, 2014
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
- TEST today
- look over info on Heritage Fair and select a topic
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Completed module 3 test corrections today.
Distributed table of contents for Portfolio #3 due Tues Jan 28.
Francais
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
Working on a planet unit.
January 22, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected pp.175-176 #11, 12, 14
Assigned Sec 4.2 p.177 Explore and pp.180-181 #3,4,5,6,7,10 to be discussed in small groups.
Module 3 tests returned today. Please have them in class with you tomorrow for making corrections!
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
- Discussion Heritage Fair: possible examples, expectations, evaluations
- Test tomorrow
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Science Fair project launch!!!!!! (Yay?)
A student's guide booklet has been handed out, and is also available on my website at: https://sites.google.com/site/sciencesmmebrunet/home/sciences-9e-annee

Progress deadlines are as follows:
Thursday Jan 30: Project idea due (p.2)
Friday Feb 7: Experimental Plan (either p.3-4, or p.5-6)
Monday Feb 24: Experimental results completed
Monday March 3: Final project due for in-class oral presentation.

The MDJH School Science Fair will be Thursday March 13. Participation is optional and greatly encouraged for all students(5% bonus).
January 21, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students wrote quiz Sc8.3.1.
No homework.
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-Completed le guide d'étude
- copy posted on my website along with chapter powerpoint
- chapter test Thursday
- handed out Heritage Fair project (DUE MARCH 3)
French
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
Luc Doucet is our student intern. He is working with the students on planets.

Watching TV or listening to French radio is a must for homework.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Reviewed some module 4 definitions.
Sec 4.1 Explored prism vs pyramid, naming of figures and objects.
Corrected p.174 #9
No homework assigned.
January 20, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Module 4
Assigned definitions for list of key terms listed on p.169 (mots clés) as well as p.171 'une arête' and 'un sommet'.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Recent lab assignments have been corrected and returned to the students. The review questions in preparation for Quiz Sc8.3.1 were corrected.
Students are reminded that they should bring a calculator for tomorrow's quiz, and that a French/English dictionary will also be permitted.
Homework: study!
January 17, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students wrote module 3 test today.
No homework assigned.
Please bring a new exercise book Monday.
January 16, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students worked on review in preparation for Quiz Sc8.3.1 on Tuesday.
Homework: Review questions due Monday.
January 15, 2014
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
Chapter 3 test will be Thursday, Jan.23-Study guides were given out today
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
MODULE 3 TEST THIS FRI JAN 17
Suggested review:
Read p.158
Ques. pp.159-161 #1,2,4,6,10,14,18,19,23,29
Francais
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
We are working on a unit based on planets. My Intern Luc Doucet will be teaching this unit. Students are expected to listen to French TV or radio 30 minutes per evening - this is the required homework!!!!
January 14, 2014
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-corrected questions on types of fisheries
- dicussed 'les marchands de poisons'
- finish questions on 'les marchands' if not completed in class
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students wrote division check-up for sec 3.5-3.7
Provided notes for Sec 3.9 and assigned p.155 #6,9,10
MODULE 3 TEST FRI JAN 17
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We completed pamphlets on 'Mick Harte'/ bicycle safety and began work on the feature article assignment. Those students who did not complete the pamphlet were asked to complete them at home.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students completed an activity to observe the effect of temperature on the viscosity of fluids.
No homework assigned.
Remember that Quiz Sc8.3.1 will be next Tuesday, Jan 21.
January 13, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Reviewed division of fractions.
Corrected Sec 3.2 pp.151-152 #3,4,11bcd,14
VERIFICATION SEC 3.5-3.7 TOMORROW
MODULE 3 TEST FRI JAN 17
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-complete the 3 sets of questions on the 3 types of fishing
- Quest for the Sea inclass assignments done before the break were handed back today as many were incomplete (Time was given in class to complete)
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed the viscosity of fluids in relation to the particle theory, and completed p.6-8 in Carnet Sc8.3.1.
Quiz Sc8.3.1 is announced for Tuesday Jan 21.
January 10, 2014
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We consolidated the conclusions from the activity on viscosity and flow rate, bottom of p.4 in Carnet Sc8.3.1.
We reviewed the tenets of particle theory from grade 7 (p.5 and top of p.6).
No homework.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We are completing a visual project on the read aloud novel, 'Mick Harte was Here'. Students will be given 2 classes to work on this and may complete this project at home. Additionally, students have been asked to choose a second independent novel to read - the assignment for this will be due in 4-5 weeks. Next week we will begin an in-class 'feature article' process piece.
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
- Reviewed material covered in chapter 3 before the break. Review the 3 types of Fishing if not completed in class
- anyone who did not submit in class assignment on 'Quest for the Sea' before Christmas break are asked to submit by Monday
Mathematics
Assigned By:
Corrected p.145 Ques #10
Continued Sec 3.8 Ques #3,4,11bcd,14 which should be finished at this point.
VERIFICATION SEC 3.5-3.7 TUES JAN 14
MODULE 3 TEST FRI JAN 17
January 9, 2014
Mathematics
Assigned By:
Provided brief notes for section 3.7 and assigned p.145 ques #10 as well as pp.151-152 ques #3, 4, 11bcd, 14.
VERIFICATION SEC 3.5-3.7 TUES JAN 14
MODULE 3 TEST FRI JAN 17
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students completed questions on lab sheet for the activity on the flow rate of various fluids that we completed before Christmas. Finish for homework if necessary - lab sheet is to be passed in for grading.
December 19, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Joyeux Noël tout le monde!
December 18, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students did a lab to compare the viscosity of various fluids.
No homework.
December 17, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By:
Sec 3.6 Dividing fraction by fraction
Watched videoclip and completed p.3 of booklet.
Returned Quiz Sec 3.1-3.4
No homework assigned.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Carnet Sc8.3.1 was handed out. We did an activity to introduce the topic of fluids and viscosity.
No homework.
December 16, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By:
Sec 3.5 Dividing natural numbers and fractions. Watched videoclip and assigned p.133 Ques #8 and #9.
December 12, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By:
Began division of fractions booklet.
No homework assigned.
December 11, 2013
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-watched episode 3 of 'Quest for the Sea'
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Quiz today. No homework assigned.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We continued review in preparation for Unit Test Sc8.1 on Friday.
December 10, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
QUIZ TOMORROW SEC 3.1-3.4
Review questions p.128 #1,2,4,5,6,8,9
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We worked on review in preparation for unit test Sc8.1 on Friday.
Assigned work: complete review questions for next science class (tomorrow)
Francais
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
Zorro- chapter 3 read and worksheet
Students should be listening to something in French for 20 mins nightly.
December 9, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed the effect of winds tradewinds on the coastal climate of different continents, and briefly described El Nino and La Nina weather. We completed p.6 in Carnet Sc8.1.3.
Homework : complete definitions on p.1, and the review questions on p.12 pertaining to Carnet Sc8.1.3 in preparation for unit test.
Reminder: Unit test Friday Dec 13.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
This is a reminder that there will be a novel test Tuesday, December 10.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select parts of Sec 3.3 pp.118-119 #4, 5, 7, 12
Sec 3.4 Provided notes and assigned p.125 #4, 5, 6, 8, 10
QUIZ WED DEC 11 SEC 3.1-3.4
REVIEW QUESTIONS p.128 #1,2,4,5,6,8,9
December 5, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Assigned Sec 3.3 Ques pp.118-119 #4, 5, 7abc, 12 to be finished for homework.
QUIZ SEC 3.1-3.4 WED DEC 11
December 4, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Quiz Sc8.1.2 has been corrected and was returned to students.
We completed the last question on p.4 of Carnet Sc8.1.3, and started discussing how convection currents in the atmosphere cause wind (p.5).
The date of Unit Test Sc8.1 has been adjusted to next Friday, Dec 13.
No homework assigned.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 3.3 notes
Assigned ques pp.118-119 #4, 5, 7abc, 12
QUIZ SEC 3.1-3.4 WED DEC 11
December 3, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected handouts 3.1-3.4 for multiplying fractions with fraction circles, counters, rectangle and area models.
Began notes for Sec 3.3
QUIZ SEC 3.1-3.4 ORIGNALLY SET FOR TUES DEC 10 WILL NOW TAKE PLACE WED DEC 11 DUE TO LANGUAGE ARTS TESTING.
December 2, 2013
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-gave back marks for chapter 2 test
-discussed 'la pêche côtière'
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued work with multiplying fractions: p.113 Ques #6abc, 7abc, 8ace & two double-sided handouts 'Sec 3.1-3.4' (cercles fractionnaires, jetons, rectangle, nombres fractionnaires).
QUIZ SEC 3.1-3.4 TUES DEC 10
Francais
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
Reading Zorro- worksheets
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We completed p.3-4 in Carnet Sc8.1.3, on abiotic factors in marine ecosystems and the adaptations of organisms.
The unit test (three Carnets) has been set for next Thursday, Dec 12.
No homework assigned.
November 29, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Portfolio #2 due today. 14 students did not submit this.
Reviewed Sec 3.2 notes and corrected p.113 #5
Assigned p.113 #6abc, 7abc, 8ace which we will continue on Monday.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students wrote quiz Sc8.1.2.
November 28, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Carnet Sc8.1.3 was handed out - and fair warning that this is a very short chapter and that the Unit test will be in about two weeks. (The review for this unit is already included in the Carnet for anyone who might wish to get ahead of the game!)
Today we started a group activity on marine ecosystems using a Planet Earth video on Shallow Seas.
Homework: study for Quiz Sc8.1.2 tomorrow.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected pp.108-109 #9-17 and #21
Began Sec 3.2 notes
Assigned p.113 Ques #5
PORTFOLIO #2 DUE TOMORROW (FRI NOV 28)
Francais
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
zorro- re-read chapter 1
November 27, 2013
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-study for TEST TOMORROW
-have posted study guide and powerpoints on my website
- study the double sided handout on Immigration and Immigrants in addition (not available electronically)
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected p.108 #6,7,8
Continued pp.108-109 #9-17 and #21 to be finished for homework.
PORTFOLIO #2 DUE FRI NOV 29
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We corrected the review in preparation for Quiz Sc8.1.2 which is Friday.
Homework: study!
November 26, 2013
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
There will be a test on 'Catch me Once, Catch me Twice on Tuesday, December 10th. The format will be selected response and one constructed response question.
This week we will be discussing conflict and theme.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Finished sec 3.1 notes and assigned p.108 #6,7,8 to be finished for homework.
November 25, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students worked on revision in preparation for Quiz Sc8.1.2. The date for this has been adjusted to Friday Nov 29.
Homework: Complete review sheet for Wednesday Nov 27.
Francais
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
Reading class today en francais but working on entrevues!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Returned module 2 test and went through corrections together.
Please finish module 3 mots clés (p.103) if you haven't done so already!
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We are continuing with the novel ,'Catch me Once, Catch me Twice'. Students are working on discussion and written questions in class.
November 22, 2013
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-continued working on study guides
-REMINDER: chapter 2 test Thursday, Nov.28th
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Began Module 3 with definitions of key terms p.103
Began sec 3.1 notes which we will continue on Monday.
November 21, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
No class today due to trip to Brother Brennan.
November 20, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
No math class today due to trip to Brother Brennon.
November 19, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students wrote Module 2 Test today.
No homework assigned.
Please bring new exercise book tomorrow!
November 18, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued module 2 review.
MODULE 2 TEST TOMORROW
Suggested review:
Read p.96
Ques pp.97-98 #1,2,5,6,10,11,13,14,21,22
November 15, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Completed in-class asgn on sec 2.3-2.4
Continued and corrected parts of sec 2.5 Ques pp.92-93 #6,8,10,15
MODULE 2 TEST TUES NOV 19
SUGGESTED REVIEW:
READ p.96
QUES pp.97-98 #1,2,5,6,10,11,13,14,21,22
November 14, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Permission sheets for the Brother Brennan center have been handed out. I forgot to tell students the cost: it is a total of $60 per student ($50 for the Centre + $10 for the bus)
Students had the opportunity to finish their reports on the Salinity and Density lab we completed last period, and handed them in.
We started discussing tides.
No homework.
Francais
Assigned By: Carolyn Stacey
Students are completing entrevue definitions.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Completed notes for sec 2.5
Assigned pp.92-93 #6 and #8 to be finished for homework.
IN-CLASS ASGN TOMORROW SEC 2.3-2.4
MODULE 2 TEST TUES NOV 19
November 13, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected pp.87-89 #4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 19
Reread Sec 2.3 notes
Corrected p.83 #9 and #10
Began Sec 2.5 Notes
IN-CLASS ASGN FRI NOV 15 SEC 2.3-2.4
MODULE 2 TEST TUES NOV 19
November 12, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 2.4 Notes
Students continued pp.87-89 Ques #4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 19 and were then assigned review p.83 Ques #9 and #10.
IN-CLASS ASGN FRI NOV 15 SEC 2.3-2.4
MODULE 2 TEST TUES NOV 19
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We completed a lab of salinity and density of water.
Homework - finish writing the explanations in the table of results for the lab.
Due in class next period.
November 7, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed waves and tsunamis, and completed p.9 and the first couple of lines on the top of p.10 in Carnet Sc8.1.2.
No homework.
November 6, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
I checked homework, we reviewed the process of thermohaline circulation, and students completed the questions on p.8 of the Carnet.
No homework.
Also - announcement - this homeroom will have the opportunity to go to the Brother Brennan Environmental Education Centre on Nov 20/21. More information and a parent permission form will be handed out tomorrow.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
No class today due to Remembrance Day assembly.
Questions from p.81 #7 - 13 will be continued in class tomorrow.
November 5, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 2.3 Notes provided for dividing integers with a bank model.
Assigned p.81 Ques # 7 - 13
November 4, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Reviewed Sec 2.3 notes on dividing integers using the number line.
Assigned pp. 80-81 Ques #3,4,5,6 then corrected select parts.
No new homework assigned.
October 31, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 2.3 Notes
Halloween activities.
No homework assigned.
October 30, 2013
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-revise les notes sur 'les Innus' et finis les questions
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Students completed Sec 2.1-2.2 assignment and journal entry.
No homework assigned.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We went over how to graph the results from yesterday's activity. We finished our discussion of surface currents, and started discussing depth currents.
No homework.
October 29, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select parts of ques pp.73-75 #6bdfh, #7aceg, #8, 10, 11ab, 17, 18.
IN-CLASS ASGN TOMORROW SEC 2.1-2.2
Review questions p.83 #1 - 8
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
- Review notes and finish questions on 'Les Mi'kmaq'
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students did a group activity to simulate mapping the ocean floor with data from a 'sonar' probe.
Homework: complete graph.
October 28, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We completed definitions 1-7 in Carnet Sc8.1.2 and worked on p.5 (Les courants océaniques)
No homework.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Collected Portfolio #1
Recorded Sec 2.2 notes
Finished up questions pp.73-75 #6bdfh, #7aceg, 8, 10, 11ab, 17, 18. Please finish for homework if you did not complete them in class!
IN-CLASS ASGN WED OCT 30 SEC 2.1-2.2
Suggested review: p.83 Ques #1 - 8
October 25, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
No classs today due to Fluvarium field trip. Students should have completed pp.73-75 Ques #6bdfh, 7aceg, 8, 10 at this point.
Portfolio #1 will be collected Oct 28
IN-CLASS ASGN WED OCT 30 SEC 2.1-2.2
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Field trip to the Fluvarium!
Students were enthusiastic and asked insightful questions. Thanks everyone for a great outing!
No homework.
October 24, 2013
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
Today we reviewed for next Tuesday's test. A review guide was given to students and includes terms such as sequencing, purpose, audience, tone, message or theme, and making connections. As well, we worked on a 'Global Citizens' test from a previous year as review.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected p.73 #3,4,5
Sec 2.2 Read through Intro p.70 and 'Découvre' pp.71-72
Assigned pp.73-74 #6bdfh, 7aceg, 8, 10
IN-CLASS ASGN WED OCT 30 SEC 2.1-2.2
October 23, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed the structure of ocean basins and marine exploration technologies. Students watched a Bill Nye episode on the latter topic.
No homework - unless your Projet-pliage is not handed in yet, in which case it should be completed for next science period.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
PORTFOLIO #1 DUE FRI OCT 25
Corrected select parts of p.68 Ques #7, 8, 11, 12, 13
Sec 2.2 Assigned p.73 #3, 4, 5 to be finished for homework.
October 22, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Reread sec 2.1 notes for multiplying with a number line model.
Assigned p.68 #7, 8, 11, 12, 13 to be finished for homework.
October 21, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Returned module 1 test and completed corrections sheet. Both of these need to be included in poftfolio #1.
No new homework assigned.
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We are continuing with the Global Citizens unit of Literacy 8. We will be having a test on this unit next Tuesday, October 29. A study guide will be sent home later this week.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed the role of plate tectonics in the formation of ocean basins, and I provided models of answers for the projet-pliage, for which many students had difficulty in understanding the information provided.
Homework: pass in projet-pliage next class if you haven't already.
October 18, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected p.68 #10
Notes sec 2.1 Multiplying on number line
No homework assigned.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students started work on the projet-pliage on ocean bassins.
Homework: complete pliage for next science period.
October 17, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We talked about the origin of water on Earth and the formation of ocean bassins by plate tectonics. We completed p.p.3-4 in Carnet Sc8.1.2.
No homework.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected p.68 #5, 6, 9
Notes sec 2.1 modèle bancaire
Assigned p.68 #10 for homework.
October 16, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued reading of 'Découvre' pp.65-66
Assigned p.68 Ques #5, 6, 9 to be finished for homework.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Carnet Sc8.1.2 has been handed out.
We discussed the importance of the oceans to human life, and the impact of human activity on the oceans.
We saw a short video that explains the origin of water on Earth.
No homework.
October 15, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Finished definitions for key terms p.63
Introduced sec 2.1
No homework assigned.
October 11, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students watched part of an episode from the Planet Earth series on Freshwater ecosystems, and took notes on abiotic factors and organisms.
Bonne Action de grâces!
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Module 2 : Began definitions for key terms p.63
No homework assigned.
October 10, 2013
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
- worked on study guides
- gave evaluation for 'mon artifait' projects
- removed a couple of vocab and one question from study guide (hope to have revised guide posted on my website later today)
-date of test has been moved to Thursday, Oct. 17th
October 9, 2013
Homeroom Announcements
Assigned By: Suzanne Marshall
Tomorrow is the deadline for photo order forms to be submitted to the school. Please bring your order forms to me during homeroom in the morning.

If you have not already done so, please complete the information form and bring back to me during homeroom. I still have 9 students who have not done so.

Thursday and Friday are the last days to bring in food for the school's food drive. So far we have been doing great! There will be a Thanksgiving day assembly on Friday (period 3) where all the food collected will be donated to a local charity.
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
- completed presentations of 'mon artifait'
- distributed study guides and gave time to work on them
-Test : Tuesday, Oct.16th on Chapitre 1 & la carte de Terre-Neuve
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
TEST MODULE 1 TOMORROW
NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES PERMITTED!
Suggested review: pp.54-57 Ques #1 - 7, 10 - 14, 17 - 22, 25 and 27.
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students wrote quiz Sc8.1.1.
No homework.
October 8, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select questions from sec 1.7 pp.49-50 #4 - 10, 15, 18
TEST MODULE 1 THURS OCT 10
Suggested review: pp.54-59 Ques #1 - 7, 10 - 14, 17 - 23, 25 and 27.
October 7, 2013
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
The date of the test has now been set for Tuesday, October 29th. Novel assignments are due on Wednesday, October 9th.
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-Mon Artifait Presentations
-anyone not ready to present today should be prepared tomorrow
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Continued pp.49-50 Ques #4 - 10,15,18 to be finished for homework if not completed in class.
TEST MODULE 1 THURS OCT 10
SUGGESTED REVIEW: Read p.54 and try ques pp.54-57 #1 - 7, 10 - 14, 17 - 22, 25 and 27
October 4, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected select questions from pp.43-45 #3,4,5,7,8,11,12,14
Began sec 1.7 Ques pp.49-50 #4-10, 15, 18 which we will continue Monday.
TEST THURS OCT 10
October 3, 2013
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Sec 1.6 Recorded notes and continued assigned questions pp.43-45 #3,4,5,7,8,11,12,14
TEST MODULE 1 OCT 10
October 2, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
We discussed global warming.
Quiz Sc8.1.1 is announced for Wednesday October 8.
Mathematics
Assigned By: Donna Parsons
Corrected p.35 Ques #11 and #13
Introduced section 1.6 (see pp.40-42)
Assigned p.43 Ques #3,4,5 to be finished for homework.
TEST MODULE 1 THURS OCT 10
October 1, 2013
Science Humaines
Assigned By: Colette Quann
-Last class to work on time line assignments (complete at home for next class if not submitted today)
Language Arts
Assigned By: Susan MacNeill
We completed our process piece in class today and tomorrow will continue with the 'Global Citizens' unit in Literacy 8. There will be a test on this unit on Monday, October 28th. Also, students are reminded that their book reports are due next Wednesday, October 9th.
September 27, 2013
Science
Assigned By: Nathalie Brunet
Students wrote interpretation of results for the study of the ecosystem of Kenny's pond and submitted their report.
No homework.

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