Sergeant-at-Arms

In today's math lesson, we learned how to draw isometric drawings of 3-D solids on triangular grid paper. Students found this very challenging at first, but then it seemed to get easier as we went along. Students who did not use a ruler to do this, had their work erased and they had to start all over again. We used snap cubes to create the solids. Students were also expected to use 1-cm grid paper to draw the top, front, and side views of the solid. Because students need the snap cubes to complete the practice questions, we will continue with this lesson tomorrow, as nobody finished all questions in the time that was given. This means that there is no MMS homework today and our Geometry unit test will be pushed to Wednesday, November 5.

In our inquiry time, students worked on being inquirers by reading to learn about the role of the Sergeant-at-Arms and the history and symbolism of the Mace. Students found the history of the Mace particularly interesting. We took up today's work in class and there is no government homework too. We watched a CBC news broadcast showing our current Sergeant-at-Arms, Kevin Vickers, receiving applause from the House of Commons following last week's terrorist attack in Ottawa. This drove home the idea that his role is not only ceremonial but practical too

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In our novel study time, we met in groups to discuss chapter 11 of Shannen and the Dream for a School. Students then had class time to read chapter 12 and answer discussion questions relating to chapter 12. Students had a harder time with today's questions. If you have time, discuss these questions with your child tonight.

Mme. Blanco was away today. Students who have their science fair materials at school used French time to work on their science fair projects. Students who do not have their science fair materials at school today worked on their MMS practice work.

 

Grade 6s attended Gym class today.

Homework & Reminders:

• MMS Geometry unit test on Wednesday, November 5.
• Science Fair: Building and testing continues all week. Remember to bring in your materials if you haven't already done this. Bring in a camera or device to take pictures of your materials, procedure, progress, etc
• Grade 6s are playing squash/tennis this tomorrow. They will need to change out of their costumes into their gym clothes for tennis/squash
• Bring in your Janet Wilson author and Queen's Park trip form
• Support the SJA food drive by donating non-perishable food items. Food will be donated to the Eden Community Food Bank. Food drive ends Monday, Nov. 3
• Tomorrow is Spirit Day - Friday. Students may wear costumes to school. Remember no toy weapons or gory masks.
• Tomorrow is the last day for the MYP We Day Bake Sale. Proceeds go toward housing in Ecuador
• Visit St. Jude's on Facebook
• Keep practicing your multiplication tables