Homework Assigned For Homeroom: 9-2(109C) September 7, 2017 Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Welcome back! Students were given the network agreement form to take home yesterday to get signed. The sooner it is returned, the sooner computer accounts can be opened. Picture Day and Curriculum Night are on September 21, and there is a PD Day (no classes) on September 22. June 13, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Good luck to everyone in the exam tomorrow! Students are asked to bring pens (blue or black ink only!), pencils, erasers and coloured pencils to the exam. Something to read if you finish early would also be good. Dictionaries and Thesauri are only allowed for the Writing section of the exam. Please be on time for the brainstorming pre-exam section! Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh There are no cafeteria services or breakfast club sessions until September. Students are reminded to bring/send in a permission letter allowing them to leave after exams, otherwise they will have to phone a parent or guardian for permission to leave. Students waiting for the regular bus runs are to wait in the Study Hall until 2:10. June 8, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Conducted a work make-up class. Students were advised as to outstanding work, and allowed to catch up on some in-class assignments. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Please check the MDJH website for information on the exam week schedule. Parents/guardians are asked to either send in a note or email me if students have permission to leave the school after an exam and/or will not be attending school from June 19-21. June 5, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Completed an in-class poetry assignment. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh All outstanding work is due by June 9th. Students who wish to leave the school after their exams but before the end of the school day are asked to bring in (or email to me) a note from a parent/guardian giving them permission to do so. This note can also be used to cover the period of June 19-21 if specified. June 2, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Wrote an in-class quiz on 'Flipped', then continued working on the movie review or the 'Flipped' booklets. June 1, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Students have been given an exam guide for the final exam. As well, other study files have been posted to my website. May 29, 2017 Social Studies Assigned By: David Lawton Test: Chapter 8, Wed, June 7 Day 4 Period 4. May 25, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Work on your review sheets for chapters 1-6 and your Practice Exam. May 18, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Work on questions of Section 9.2 Work on exam review sheets Portfolio replacements are due by Tuesday May 17, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Work on Exam Prep Sheets May 10, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Test Friday May 9, 2017 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Finish review sheets for tomorrow Unit Test on Monday, May 15th covering chapters 7, 8 & 9. May 8, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Don't forget we are planning a test for the 12th. May 5, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Test (8.1-8.3) May 12 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly A reminder...we have our quiz on French phrases on Monday, May 8 th. May 4, 2017 Social Studies Assigned By: David Lawton Quiz WW 2 Phase 3 and 4 Friday, May 12, Day 1, Period 4 Read Pp. 102-107 and study question sheet for these two phases. Be sure to hand in your questions and answers with your quiz. This quiz was assigned on Thursday, May 4. You have been given 8 days to prepare for your quiz. May 3, 2017 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly Our quiz on French slang expressions is postponed until Friday, May 5th. April 28, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter In-Class Assignment 8.1 and 8.2 on Tuesday May 2nd April 26, 2017 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We are learning common French slang phrases.Also, we are discussing adjectives of personality. Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter ***If you have missing work, it should be submitted by Friday*** April 7, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Continue working on your project... Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Continue working on your project... April 5, 2017 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith CORRECTION: Chapter 8 Quiz on Friday, April 7th April 4, 2017 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 8 Quiz on Friday March 7th March 31, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Don't forget about your In-Class assignment on Tuesday. March 29, 2017 Social Studies Assigned By: David Lawton Wednesday, April 5, Day 1, Period 4 This quiz was assigned 8 days in advance Quiz #3 WW 2 Phase 1 and 2: Read Pp 97-101 and study the worksheet for these two phases of the war. Also visit my web page for power point notes on Phase 1 and 2 Remember there will be Multiple choice, true or false and a choice of short responses questions March 28, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Students were given a review package for the 'Romeo & Juliet' test that is on April 5th. Students were reminded about the novel project (Business Letter) that is due on April 13th. Project details were handed out last week. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh We are in the home stretch for the 50/50 tickets. Please ensure all tickets (sold or unsold) are returned to the office. he more tickets that are sold, the bigger the prize for the top ticket seller! March 23, 2017 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We have a quiz on the 'imparfait' tense scheduled for March 30, Thursday, day 4 March 22, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Students were given the project sheet for the Independent Novel project, due on March 13th. Test on Romeo & Juliet will be on Wednesday, April 5th. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Reminder that students will be dismissed at 11:21 am on Thursday, March 23rd fro Parent Teacher Night. Friday, March 24th is a regular day of classes. March 21, 2017 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We are learning the imparfait tense ( was / wer, used to...). I expect a quiz next week, so stay tuned for a quiz date soon. March 20, 2017 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 7 Quiz will be postponed until Wednesday, March 22nd. March 16, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Don't Forget... We have a test on sections 7.1-7.4 on Mar 22nd. March 14, 2017 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We are reviewing the imparfait ( was / were, used to ...) Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 7 quiz on Monday, March 20th March 7, 2017 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith MDJH Science Fair will take place on Thursday, March 16th. Registration for Science Fair is now available on Google classroom. Deadline to register is Monday March 13th. March 3, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Test on Monday... March 2, 2017 Health Assigned By: Scott Mercer Chapter 1 booklet due on Monday, March 6th. French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We are discussing structures. This involves vocab, and a review of adverbs, adjectives, and various pronouns. March 1, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Unit Test Mar 6 February 23, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter - We are aiming for an In-Class Assignment on sections 6.1-6.5 for Mar 1 - Continue working on your practice booklet. - Pg. 297, Q1-14 February 17, 2017 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Review sheets due next day! These will be graded. Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 282 Questions 11-21 Finish for Monday Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Worked on a representing assignment based on Romeo & Juliet Act I, scene 4. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Reminders: - Leaving Carnival forms and fee ($20.00) are now due - Monday, Feb 20, has dismissal at 1:10 pm. See the school website for more information - Gonzaga course selection will take place MOnday, Feb 20, in Period 1. Please try to ensure all students are on time for homeroom. This is a very important session. February 16, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 281 Q10-18 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chemistry Unit Test on Monday February 27 February 13, 2017 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith REMINDER - Science Fair Projects are due on Friday, February 24th. Chemistry Unit Test will be late next week. Exact date to be announced soon. February 1, 2017 Social Studies Assigned By: David Lawton SS 9-2 quiz is on Monday, Feb 6, Day 1, Period 4. Be Sure to bring in all your completed work in your folder. January 31, 2017 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly The quiz for Tuesday Jan 31st is rescheduled to Wednesday, Feb 1st. The 2 topics are expressions describing the weather, and the future tense. We will conclude unit 3 with in-class projects/ presentations. Then, we do a unit on Quebec. Social Studies Assigned By: David Lawton 1930's quiz. Study 1.all questions on the 1930's in booklet. 2. Quizlet of terms (See my Homework Page) 3. Read Pp. 81-94 of text 4. Know and be able to explain all six causes of the Great Depression. 5. Hand in all completed work in your folder with your quiz on Monday January 30, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter There is a Test on Friday 1) You should finish up the Questions of pg 255 assigned on Friday. 2) Once Finished up pg 255 start working on Extra Practice 5 and 6 January 24, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh We are working on writing a short story in class. The outlines should all be complete and the rough draft underway. Reminder that the Novel Collage is due on February 10th. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Students were given a permission from concerning a vision study. Please return ASAP if you are interested. We are collecting orders for Pink Shirts for Pink Shirt Day. Cost is $6.00 each, due by this Thursday. See the school's website for more info. January 23, 2017 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 2 quiz will be on Wednesday, January 25th French Assigned By: Glen Connolly A reminder...we have a quiz on weather expressions and on the future tense scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 26th January 18, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter In-Class Assignment 5.1-5.4 Jan 23 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We are reviewing the future tense, as well as expressions for the weather and natural disasters. January 17, 2017 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 2 Quiz on Tuesday January 24 January 13, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh There will be a short story test next Thursday, January 19th. The novel assignment (Collage Project) was handed out today. It is due February 10th. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh It's cold and flu season again. If your child is home, can you please send me in a note when they return, or drop me an email? I'll update the attendance so you won't be getting those automated phone calls. January 12, 2017 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 214 Q1-17 January 9, 2017 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We are reviewing the past tense of regular verbs. There is a quiz on this topic scheduled for Friday, Jan. 13th. We are also discussing vocab for weather and natural disasters. Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Science Fair is just around the corner! Please note that science fair projects have been introduced in class and dates have been set. For more information please see my webpage. http://smithphil.blogspot.ca/p/science-fair-info.html January 5, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Held in-class presentations, will finish tomorrow. Tomorrow is Reading Friday, please bring a novel. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Please note that all outstanding work is to be submitted to subject teachers by Jan 30. January 4, 2017 Social Studies Assigned By: David Lawton Quiz on The 1920's Tuesday, Jan 10 Day 3 Period 2 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Read the short story 'Not Ever Again'. Students are asked to bring their Literacy texts to class for this unit. Assigned an in-class 'TV News' project. Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Work on the Practice Exam passed out today in preparation for the Recovery Assessment which begins on Monday. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Students who have not returned a Farewell Carnival permission form are encouraged to do so. Copies of the form can be downloaded from our school website at https://mdjh.info/2016/11/14/farewell-carnival/ January 3, 2017 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Students were assigned a 'Christmas holiday' journal activity. Students who have not returned their 'After the War' booklets are asked to do so ASAP. Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Continue to work on the cumulative review for chapters 1-3 in preparation for the recovery assessment next week. Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Continue to work on the cumulative review for chapters 1-3 in preparation for the recovery assessment next week. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Welcome Back! December 16, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter After a great review class we have to decided to go ahead with the test on Monday and get it done before Christmas. Have a great weekend. December 15, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter The test on Unit Four is Scheduled for December 19th. Adjustments may be made pending the outcome of class on the 16th. Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Viewer 'Lamb to the Slaughter' as part of the Short Story unit. December 14, 2016 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Started the movie 'Stranger Than Fiction' as part of the Narrative Unit. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Reminder that the Needle Permission forms are due no later than Dec 16th - this Friday. Please have them dropped in to me as soon as possible. The last day of classes before the Christmas Break is Dec. 21. Students will be dismissed at 12:30pm and busses will be available for the regular runs. December 12, 2016 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Quiz on Chapter 1 and the 20 common elements will be Tuesday, Dec. 13th In the event of school closure the quiz will go ahead on Wednesday, Dec. 14th. Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 181, Q1-7 Pg 188, Q3-13 Test next Monday (4.1-4.5) December 8, 2016 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 1 quiz on Tuesday December 13th Covers all chapter 1 and the 20 common elements. New quizlet on my website that covers these 20 elements! December 6, 2016 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Started working on an in-class assignment for the short story 'Lather and Nothing Else'. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Vaccination letters went home with students today. They are to be signed and returned no later than December 16th. If you have any questions, please consult the information sheet included for a contact name and number. December 5, 2016 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 1 Quiz on Tuesday, Dec 13th. Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Started work on the Narrative Unit. Reminder that the Book Fair visit is on Wednesday. Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 178, Question 8on... Quiz on Wednesday Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh We are still collecting money towards our 'Adopt A Senior' program - even your pocket change will help buy a Christmas gift for a senior at St. Pats Mercy Home. As well, the 'Families in Need' and 'Toy Drive' initiatives are on-going. For more information, see the newsletter on our website (mdjh.info). December 1, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 171, Question 7 and on. November 29, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Finish up 4.1 November 28, 2016 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We have reviewed art terms, and are now discussing adjectives. We have a quiz scheduled for Thursday, Dec 1st on this topic. Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 158, Q1-21 November 24, 2016 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We have reviewed art terms, and are now discussing adjectives. November 23, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Work on: - Extra Practice 6 - Chapter Review. Test is Friday November 21, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Finish the questions starting on page 140 in preparation for your test on Friday. November 18, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Test Unit 3 on the 25th November 17, 2016 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Continued work on the 'After the War' booklet. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Orders for Rafiki bracelets are due by November 21st. Please see our school website (mdjh.info) for more information. Forms and fees for the Grade 9 Farewell Carnival are also being accepted. Please see our school website (mdjh.info) for more information. November 16, 2016 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Test on the novel 'After the War' will be on November 30th. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Order forms for MDJH clothing were handed out to students today. Orders can be returned to me or to the office, and if students need an order form they can also come see me. November 14, 2016 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Space Unit Test covering chapters 10, 11 & 12 will be on Friday Nov. 18 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter ICA in the Morning. Be sure that you bring your notes and a calculator. November 7, 2016 Social Studies Assigned By: David Lawton Chapter 4 Test: Thursday Nov 17 Day 1 Period 4 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 111, Questions 1-10 November 4, 2016 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We've begun a unit on art. New vocab is posted on my website. We have a quiz for this topic on Thursday, Nov. 10th November 2, 2016 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We've started a new unit with a theme on art. Vocab is on my website. November 1, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Work on Section 3.1 October 31, 2016 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Finish Chapter 11 Review Sheet for next day. Chapter 11 Quiz on Thursday. October 25, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 87, Q1-27 Test on Thursday October 24, 2016 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 11 quiz - Thursday, November 3rd Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 83, Q1-21 Test on Thursday October 20, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Test Oct 27th October 19, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg 76, Q1-20 Portfolio 1 is now Due October 18, 2016 Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Essay Test will be tomorrow. Review materials are on my website. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh The Student Outreach Committee will be holding a bake sale tomorrow at recess and lunch. Janeway Pyjamarama Day will be Thursday, Oct. 20th. Participating students are asked to donate a twonie to the Janeway. Please note that clothing must follow the School Dress Code. Our Walk to Breakfast will be Friday, October 28th. Students are asked to donate $1.00 to support the school Breakfast Program. Reminder that there will be no school on Friday, October 21 due to Teacher Professional Development. October 17, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Quiz in the Morning October 14, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Portfolios are due Monday Quiz (2.1-2.3) Tuesday October 13, 2016 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly Students are reminded of our quiz on Tuesday, Oct. 18th. This is a listening quiz on the imperative (commands and suggestions), and forms of the verbs VOULOIR and POUVOIR. Besides the quiz, we are now learning expressions and vocab for ordering at restaurants. October 12, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Quiz on Tuesday Do questions on pg 61 October 11, 2016 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 10 Quiz will be Friday October 14th Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Quiz 2.1-2.3 next Tuesday October 6, 2016 Social Studies Assigned By: David Lawton What Does Canada Mean To You? Assignment due Wednesday, October 12, Day 4, Period 4 Students will begin presenting during this period. This assignment was assigned on Tuesday, Sept 27 and posted on my personal Homework page. October 4, 2016 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 10 Quiz on Friday, October 14th October 3, 2016 Science Assigned By: Phillip Smith Chapter 10 Quiz next week. Date to follow Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh There will be a Persuasive Essay test on Wednesday, October 19th. September 30, 2016 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly We are learning how to use commands and suggestions. September 29, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Do Questions 5b and 6 on page 40 Test on the 4th Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Students are reminded to do some reading in their novel this weekend for the Independent Novel Assignment that is due October 17th. Students are asked to bring their novel tomorrow for Reading Friday. Homeroom Announcements Assigned By: David Walsh Reminder that Friday, October 7th is a Professional Development Day, and there will be no classes. There will also be no classes on Monday, October 10th, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Tuesday, October 11th, will be Day 3 on the school calendar. September 28, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Please Do.. Pg.40 Q4 Your Test is Oct 4th September 26, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter We are aiming for a test on unit 1 for October 4th Language Arts Assigned By: David Walsh Continued work on studying what makes up an effective Persuasive Essay. Novel handout has been added to my webpage if you need a new copy. Reminder that the written part is due October 17th. September 23, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Pg.30 Q1-8,10-12 Test Oct 4, 2016 French Assigned By: Glen Connolly Students are reminded of their vocab quiz on Wednesday. Notes are on my website. September 22, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Have a Great Evening... Try to complete 8a. September 21, 2016 Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Thank-you to all the parents who came out to 'Curriculum Night' tonight... Mathematics Assigned By: Lionel Porter Thank-you to all the parents who came out to 'Curriculum Night' tonight... back