May 9th

Math: We reviewed how to multiply, divide, add, and subtract integers. We also reviewed how to write algebraic equations and how to solve one step equations. You were given two pages of practice.

Birthday Party Talk - Corporal Scott talked to us about underage drinking at parties. He shared some of his experiences with Sooke RCMP;they were cautionary tales to say the least.

English Div 4: You viewed the screenplay adaptation of the Curious Case of Benjamin Button by Eric Roth. You took notes on story elements that were changed and pondered the reasons behind the changes.

May 8th ( Late post - DUE to Student VOTE)

Math - We reviewed how to multiply and divide integers. We introduced how to solve one step algebraic equations involving integers. Practice was in class and on the board. There are similar practice sets available on the course link.

Social Studies Div 4: You were given time to work on your notes on the Crusades (8 strip foldable). This was due at the end of class for a note-taking mark.

Social Studies Div 3: You took Cornell notes on "Controlling Leaders" and the Magna Carta

English Div 5: You watched Benjamin Button and took notes on Eric Roth's screen play. This is viewing for analysis, not entertainment.

May 5th

Math: We reviewed multiplying negative and positive integers and then did an introductory lesson on dividing negative and positive integers. Most of you can now do all the operations. There will be a test on these skills Wednesday.

COPS FOR CANCER at EMCS for the afternoon. What a great cause.

English: Your resumes are due on Monday, May 8th. Printed and submitted to the in box. I will be in early, if you need a printer.

May 4th

Math Double Block Div 4: You were given an introduction lesson on multiplying negative integers. For those of you who weren't here, you should review the page on the math link and see me if you still don't understand. There is a test on operations with negative integers and algebraic equations on Wednesday next week. I showed you how to review this using a deck of cards. Choose one colour to represent positive and the other to show negative numbers. Then, lift two from the deck to add, subtract, multiply or divide. This is your homework. If you don't practice, don't expect to be good at anything; math is no exception.

Bwa ha ha...is the word today because that is what you will say when you see this...

May 3rd

Tomorrow is the 4th. STAR WARS THEME...GEEK OUT EVERYONE ;-)

Math Div 4: We added and subtracted sets of negative and positive numbers. Most of you mastered the skill, so we will be learning how to multiply negative and positive numbers tomorrow. My goal is to have you learn how to operate with negative integers so that we can solve some algebra problems that use them.

English Div 4 and 5: You were given one block of computer lab time to compose your resume. It is due on Monday (dual credit assignment for Career and English (technical writing).  I have the lab open at lunch, if you don't have a computer or internet at home. Here is the link to that assignment. Refer to the resume guide that we reviewed in class and follow the criteria and format.

S.S. Div 3: You started a foldable summary of the 8 crusades. You had to identify cause and effect. I collected what you got done at the end of class.

Tuesday, May 2nd

Math - We reviewed how to model subtracting negative integers using algebra tiles. You can find reference materials on the math page under the topic.

English Div 5 and 4- You took the DART assessment today which aims to assess how well you comprehend grade level texts.

S.S. Div 4: We reviewed the candidates for our riding in preparation for the student vote on May 8th.

For more information go to this site, STUDENT VOTE.
This is our riding.
This is a tool to find out who speaks to your values, beliefs and needs.

Today's word is: buy more chocolate Mrs Bridal :-)

Monday, May 1st

English Div 4 and 5: Today you got your short story marks back. For those of you who didn't, there is a big blank in my mark book and it is your responsibility to fill it. We did a reading comprehension activity in preparation for viewing the screen play by Eric Roth. It is for marks and if you weren't here, that blank does not go away. Lucky for you, I am available before school tomorrow to make it up.

Math Div 4: You took an algebra quiz; I just marked them and you did great. If you don't get the concepts yet, come see me and we can clear that up. You viewed a video on adding negative integers. Tomorrow we will looking at subtracting negative integers and practice using algebra tiles to model adding and subtracting them. If you were away, look to the Math link for the lesson supplement.

S.S. Div 3: We looked at the STUDENT VOTE candidates for Langford-Juan de Fuca. Our Student Vote is May 8th; for more information, you can visit: http://studentvote.ca/bc2017/

Today's word is: May