Friday, October 21, 2016

Constructing Figures


Day 1

We began our day with math by taking up yesterday’s practice work. Today’s lesson was about constructing figures using a ruler, protractor, and compass. This is a difficult skill to master, but students will get better with practice. Students are asked to complete practice questions on p. 94 & 95 of the MMS textbook. The unit test will be written on Friday, October 28.

Next up was car building time. I conferenced with most students to hear about their progress, problems, and troubleshooting steps. Car building and completion of the engineering design portfolio will continue at school during recess on some days. These days will be announced to the class.

Grade 6s attended Gym and French class.

We had two power slideshow presentations today on geothermal and tidal energy. Well done for being very informative, groups.

It was time for the Grade 6 class to participate in the IB self-study next. Students completed a survey where they rated the way that we have implemented the IB programme at St. Jude’s. The students said it was like writing a report card about me.

Finally, it was the end of the day and time to reflect back on the electricity unit. Students drew and wrote about their favourite parts of the unit. They also reflected on how they were inquirers and how they have grown as international students.

Parents, please take time to complete the SJA self-study survey by Friday, October 21, 2016, by clicking on the link: SJA Self-Study Survey or by copying the address into your browser https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XCHTHN8.  Thank you to parents you have completed the survey.

Homework & Reminders

·         Parents, please complete the self-study survey: SJA Self-Study Survey It takes about 5 minutes to complete.

·         Math

o   MMS p. 94 & 95

o   Geometry sets need to be returned to school daily

o   Geometry unit test on Friday, Oct. 28

·         Slideshow

o   Devices – needed on Monday if you have not presented your slideshow yet

o   Email me or share your slideshow with me

·         Read for 30 minutes and record your reading in your log

·         Science Fair:

o   Tell your parents about the progress you made on your car today

o   Think about what you plan to do on Monday

·         Monday - Music

·         Tuesday, October 25 – Bake Sale

·         Wednesday, October 26 – Casual Day, Music, Bake Sale

·         Thursday, October 27 – Picture Day

·         Friday, October 28 – Geometry Unit Test, Music

·         Monday, October 31 – Halloween/Harvest Spirit Day

·         November 21 – Curling Trip

·         November 23 – Curling Trip

·         November 24 – Science Fair

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