Monday, October 31st, 2016

Note(s) to parents and students:

On this page you will find things that will assist with your success.  View it daily as things change according to instructions provided during class time.  This blog is meant to be another support tool for you to refer back to.  It is a simple overview of what was done in class and what your responsibilities are outside of school.  Assignments and tests will be posted below on a monthly calendar. This is meant to appropriately help you time mange your school and afterschool activities.  Remember you'll be less stressed out if you have a plan in place and you organize your needs!

Please Note:  If I'm away due to illness or workshops the blog will not be update that day.  The supply will assign work left behind by me and if homework needs to be completed that day, please ensure that it's put into your bag as soon as it's assigned or refer to the homework board in the class before dismissal, as the homework, unless otherwise stated will be due the following day.

Kind Regards,

E. Bucci

Grade 6 - A Daily Glance & Homework

English      Writing  - In class -                                                                     Hwk:       Reading - In class -                                 - Book Talk groups established some students are interested in Scholastics,                                   however books can be brought through Indigo, or taken out through the                                   library at school or in the community                             Hwk:  -                                      - Read for your ISU begin write up                 Media - In class -                               Hwk:     Mathematics        In class -       Textbook   -  Hwk:                                               Workbook  - Hwk:            Worksheets –Hwk: Science   Social Studies - Communities in Canada Past an Present In class -  ISU (Independent Study Unit) started to organize groups                         Hwk:  Health  - In class -   Religion/Family Life In class -                     Hwk: Art In class -                  Hwk:  Drama In class - Dance                        Upcoming assignments   October 14 - Drama Monologue October 17 - Autobiography October 27 - Biography October 31 - Scrapbook for October Upcoming tests  October 20  - Social Studies Test October 28 - Math Test Chapter 1 has been changed to October 31st - student request Other - Canned Food for the food drive

Thursday, October 27, 2016

Note(s) to parents and students:

On this page you will find things that will assist with your success.  View it daily as things change according to instructions provided during class time.  This blog is meant to be another support tool for you to refer back to.  It is a simple overview of what was done in class and what your responsibilities are outside of school.  Assignments and tests will be posted below on a monthly calendar. This is meant to appropriately help you time mange your school and afterschool activities.  Remember you'll be less stressed out if you have a plan in place and you organize your needs!

Please Note:  If I'm away due to illness or workshops the blog will not be update that day.  The supply will assign work left behind by me and if homework needs to be completed that day, please ensure that it's put into your bag as soon as it's assigned or refer to the homework board in the class before dismissal, as the homework, unless otherwise stated will be due the following day.

Kind Regards,

E. Bucci

Grade 6 - A Daily Glance & Homework

English      Writing  - In class -                                                                     Hwk:       Reading - In class - read chapter 19 and 20 novel by "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli                                  - TD - modelled example of how to write an appropriate reading response                                    using quotes and page references in your answer                                - Book Talk groups established some students are interested in Scholastics,                                   however books can be brought through Indigo, or taken out through the                                   library at school or in the community                             Hwk:  -                                      - Read for your ISU begin write up                 Media - In class -                               Hwk:     Mathematics        -In class went over homework                              Textbook   -  Hwk:                                               Workbook  - Hwk:    worksheet review (if any due to the amount of class time give to                                           complete)       Worksheets –Hwk: Science   Social Studies - Communities in Canada Past an Present In class -  ISU (Independent Study Unit) started to organize groups                         Hwk: sign tests  Health  - In class -   Religion/Family Life In class -                     Hwk: Art In class -                  Hwk:  Drama In class - Dance                        Upcoming assignments   October 14 - Drama Monologue October 17 - Autobiography October 27 - Biography October 31 - Scrapbook for October Upcoming tests  October 20  - Social Studies Test October 28 - Math Test Chapter 1 has been changed to October 31st - student request Other - Canned Food for the food drive

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Note(s) to parents and students:

On this page you will find things that will assist with your success.  View it daily as things change according to instructions provided during class time.  This blog is meant to be another support tool for you to refer back to.  It is a simple overview of what was done in class and what your responsibilities are outside of school.  Assignments and tests will be posted below on a monthly calendar. This is meant to appropriately help you time mange your school and afterschool activities.  Remember you'll be less stressed out if you have a plan in place and you organize your needs!

Please Note:  If I'm away due to illness or workshops the blog will not be update that day.  The supply will assign work left behind by me and if homework needs to be completed that day, please ensure that it's put into your bag as soon as it's assigned or refer to the homework board in the class before dismissal, as the homework, unless otherwise stated will be due the following day.

Kind Regards,

E. Bucci

Grade 6 - A Daily Glance & Homework

English      Writing  - In class - revise, edit and conferences                                                                    Hwk:     publish (write good copy) of biography  Reading - In class - read chapter 19 novel by "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli                                                              Hwk:  -                                      - Read for your ISU begin write up                 Media - In class -                               Hwk:     Mathematics        -In class went over homework                              Textbook   -  Hwk:                                               Workbook  - Hwk:    worksheet review (if any due to the amount of class time give to                                           complete)       Worksheets –Hwk: Science   Social Studies - Communities in Canada Past an Present In class -                          Hwk: sign tests  Health  - In class -   Religion/Family Life In class -                     Hwk: Art In class -                  Hwk:  Drama In class - Dance                        Upcoming assignments   October 14 - Drama Monologue October 17 - Autobiography October 27 - Biography October 31 - Scrapbook for October Upcoming tests  October 20  - Social Studies Test October 28 - Math Test Chapter 1 has been changed to October 31st - student request Other - Canned Food for the food drive

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Note(s) to parents and students:

On this page you will find things that will assist with your success.  View it daily as things change according to instructions provided during class time.  This blog is meant to be another support tool for you to refer back to.  It is a simple overview of what was done in class and what your responsibilities are outside of school.  Assignments and tests will be posted below on a monthly calendar. This is meant to appropriately help you time mange your school and afterschool activities.  Remember you'll be less stressed out if you have a plan in place and you organize your needs!

Please Note:  If I'm away due to illness or workshops the blog will not be update that day.  The supply will assign work left behind by me and if homework needs to be completed that day, please ensure that it's put into your bag as soon as it's assigned or refer to the homework board in the class before dismissal, as the homework, unless otherwise stated will be due the following day.

Kind Regards,

E. Bucci

Grade 6 - A Daily Glance & Homework

English      Writing  - In class - completed drafting for 45 mins. which included paragraph #3 and the                                         concluding paragraph                                                                    Hwk:     sign autobiographies  Reading - In class - read chapter 18 novel by "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli                                                              Hwk:  - Questions based on chapter 18                                      - Read for your ISU begin write up                 Media - In class -                               Hwk:     Mathematics        -In class TD lesson on variables 1.8                              Textbook   -  Hwk:  pg. 27 Q: 3 and 4                                              Workbook  - Hwk:          Worksheets –Hwk: Science   Social Studies - Communities in Canada Past an Present In class -                          Hwk:  Health  - In class -   Religion/Family Life In class -                     Hwk: Art In class -                  Hwk:  Drama In class - Dance                        Upcoming assignments   October 14 - Drama Monologue October 17 - Autobiography October 27 - Biography October 31 - Scrapbook for October Upcoming tests  October 20  - Social Studies Test October 28 - Math Test Chapter 1 Other - Canned Food for the food drive

Monday, October 24, 2016

Note(s) to parents and students:

On this page you will find things that will assist with your success.  View it daily as things change according to instructions provided during class time.  This blog is meant to be another support tool for you to refer back to.  It is a simple overview of what was done in class and what your responsibilities are outside of school.  Assignments and tests will be posted below on a monthly calendar. This is meant to appropriately help you time mange your school and afterschool activities.  Remember you'll be less stressed out if you have a plan in place and you organize your needs!

Please Note:  If I'm away due to illness or workshops the blog will not be update that day.  The supply will assign work left behind by me and if homework needs to be completed that day, please ensure that it's put into your bag as soon as it's assigned or refer to the homework board in the class before dismissal, as the homework, unless otherwise stated will be due the following day.

Kind Regards,

E. Bucci

Grade 6 - A Daily Glance & Homework

English      Writing  - In class - began drafting for 45 mins. introduction paragraph, body paragraph 1 nd                                        two using their research from Friday                             Hwk:       Reading - In class - read chapter 16 and 17 novel by "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli                                                              Hwk:                                       - Read for your ISU                  Media - In class -                               Hwk:     Mathematics       Textbook  -In class key assessment based on workbook 1.6 and 1.7                          - concept will be revisited as simplifying a pattern was a bit of a challenge for some                             Hwk:                                               Workbook  - Hwk:          Worksheets –Hwk: Science   Social Studies - Communities in Canada Past an Present In class -                          Hwk:  Health  - In class -   Religion/Family Life In class -                     Hwk: Art In class -                  Hwk:  Drama In class - Dance                        Upcoming assignments   October 14 - Drama Monologue October 17 - Autobiography October 27 - Biography October 31 - Scrapbook for October Upcoming tests  October 20  - Social Studies Test October 28 - Math Test Chapter 1 Other - Canned Food for the food drive

Tuesday and Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Note(s) to parents and students:

On this page you will find things that will assist with your success.  View it daily as things change according to instructions provided during class time.  This blog is meant to be another support tool for you to refer back to.  It is a simple overview of what was done in class and what your responsibilities are outside of school.  Assignments and tests will be posted below on a monthly calendar. This is meant to appropriately help you time mange your school and afterschool activities.  Remember you'll be less stressed out if you have a plan in place and you organize your needs!

Please Note:  If I'm away due to illness or workshops the blog will not be update that day.  The supply will assign work left behind by me and if homework needs to be completed that day, please ensure that it's put into your bag as soon as it's assigned or refer to the homework board in the class before dismissal, as the homework, unless otherwise stated will be due the following day.

Kind Regards,

E. Bucci

Grade 6 - A Daily Glance & Homework

English      Writing  - In class - Begin to focus our writing on biographies and there special features                             Hwk:       Reading - In class - read independently chapter 14 novel by "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli                                  - journal reflection about your fears                               Hwk:                                       - Read for your ISU                  Media - In class -                               Hwk:     Mathematics       Textbook  -In class - TD lesson 1.6                             Hwk:                                               Workbook  - Hwk:          Worksheets –Hwk: Science   Social Studies - Communities in Canada Past an Present In class -  notes on elements that make up Canada's identity                         Hwk: Study notes were provided for the upcoming test if you want feedback on your study notes, please hand them in to me on Monday or Tuesday and I'll conference with you to notify you if you're on track. Here is another helpful tool...   The Study process…   Review information on the handout provided in class and find the information in your notes and handouts Use dates to guide you in finding the information on the study guide as it is written mostly in the order that it was presented in class or for homework Write notes in your own words and on a separate sheet of paper titled study notes.  This is done in order for you to better understand the ideas being tested. Try and to have all the information on one or two sheets of paper Use underlining or highlighting for key term or ideas Review your study notes daily Test yourself by writing possible questions based on your study notes Write out you answer Have someone else question you orally with the questions you've created Answering questions both orally and in the written form, will help students who sometimes freeze up during test time so the extra practise will benefit you The night before the test review everything a few times During the test take your time and read every question thoroughly providing as much information as possible and don't forget to underline key information in the question that will leave to greater success  Health  - In class -   Religion/Family Life In class -  classroom meeting                   Hwk: Art In class -                  Hwk:  Drama In class - Dance                        Upcoming assignments   October 14 - Drama Monologue October 17 - Autobiography October 27 - Biography October 31 - Scrapbook for October Upcoming tests  October 20  - Social Studies Test October 28 - Math Test Chapter 1 Other - Canned Food for the food drive

Monday, October 17, 2016

Note(s) to parents and students:

On this page you will find things that will assist with your success.  View it daily as things change according to instructions provided during class time.  This blog is meant to be another support tool for you to refer back to.  It is a simple overview of what was done in class and what your responsibilities are outside of school.  Assignments and tests will be posted below on a monthly calendar. This is meant to appropriately help you time mange your school and afterschool activities.  Remember you'll be less stressed out if you have a plan in place and you organize your needs!

Please Note:  If I'm away due to illness or workshops the blog will not be update that day.  The supply will assign work left behind by me and if homework needs to be completed that day, please ensure that it's put into your bag as soon as it's assigned or refer to the homework board in the class before dismissal, as the homework, unless otherwise stated will be due the following day.

Kind Regards,

E. Bucci

Grade 6 - A Daily Glance & Homework

English      Writing  - In class - Begin to focus our writing on biographies and there special features                             Hwk:       Reading - In class - read independently chapter 13 novel by "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli                                Hwk:  Reading chapter 13 definitions of vocabulary and questions                                      - Read for your ISU                  Media - In class -                               Hwk:     Mathematics       Textbook  -In class - student directed activity on spreadsheets and excel                             Hwk:                                         -       Workbook  - Hwk:          Worksheets –Hwk: Science   Social Studies - Communities in Canada Past an Present In class -  notes on elements that make up Canada's identity                         Hwk: Study notes were provided for the upcoming test if you want feedback on your study notes, please hand them in to me on Monday or Tuesday and I'll conference with you to notify you if you're on track. Here is another helpful tool...   The Study process…   Review information on the handout provided in class and find the information in your notes and handouts Use dates to guide you in finding the information on the study guide as it is written mostly in the order that it was presented in class or for homework Write notes in your own words and on a separate sheet of paper titled study notes.  This is done in order for you to better understand the ideas being tested. Try and to have all the information on one or two sheets of paper Use underlining or highlighting for key term or ideas Review your study notes daily Test yourself by writing possible questions based on your study notes Write out you answer Have someone else question you orally with the questions you've created Answering questions both orally and in the written form, will help students who sometimes freeze up during test time so the extra practise will benefit you The night before the test review everything a few times During the test take your time and read every question thoroughly providing as much information as possible and don't forget to underline key information in the question that will leave to greater success  Health  - In class -   Religion/Family Life In class -                     Hwk: worksheet on classroom room meeting agenda                             - write responses using a different sheet of paper 1 to 6 Art In class -                  Hwk:  complete line art Drama In class - Dance                        Upcoming assignments   October 14 - Drama Monologue October 17 - Autobiography October 27 - Biography October 31 - Scrapbook for October Upcoming tests  October 20  - Social Studies Test October 28 - Math Test Chapter 1 Other - Canned Food for the food drive