Scatter Plots

Grade 6s attended French class with Mme. Viileneuve and Gym class with Ms. Lovan this morning.

We used our writing time to work on our design reflection # 4 where students described challenges with building a full-sized car. Some students are right on track, but some are behind with their design reflections # 2, 3, and 4. Students who are behind remained in class during first recess to get caught up. Those who are still not caught up are asked to catch up this work as homework. In preparation for tomorrow’s reflection, students are asked to think what they would do differently if they did this project again. Saying, “Nothing” will not be accepted. Students are asked what they could do to make to the car go faster, further, straighter, or about improvements that could be made to the structure, stability, wiring, or switch.

During math time, we discussed and practiced constructing scatter plots as well as interpreting the data in scatter plots. Students described the relationship, if there was one, as an upward or downward trend. Students who did not complete the practice work in class, are asked to complete practice questions on p. 192 & 193 of the MMS textbook.

We had literature circle time where students discussed chapter 17 of The Lightning Thief using their roles. Some students had time to read chapter 18 in class.

We ended the day with students breaking into their UOI groups to research their ancient civilization. I visited with each group to check on their progress. Students were challenged to complete their artefact poster board before the end of the day. I am very proud of the commitment of the many students who chose to stay in during recess and work on their projects.

Please support the efforts of the SJA Parent Guild through gift card and cookie dough sales – these are due tomorrow.

Homework & Reminders

·         MMS p. 192 – 193, Unit test on Thursday, November 26

·         Science Fair: Design reflection # 2, 3, and 4 are past due. For tomorrow, think about what yu would do differently

·         Read and respond to chapter 18 of The Lightning Thief

·         Bring a device from now on to work on your ancient civilization project

·         Bring in supplies to make your artefact

·         Tomorrow –  Dec. hot lunch orders due, Scholastic orders due, cookie dough & gift card orders due

·         Tuesday, November 24: SJA Museum of Ancient Civilizations, 2:30 – 3:15 pm, All welcome

·         Wednesday, November 25 – Casual Day

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