Classroom News - Nov. 30

Happy Monday!

If you are a member of the MC Knoll Volleyball team, there will be a staff vs student volleyball game after school today (girls) and Wednesday, Dec. 2 (boys).

Students will need appropriate gym clothing for tomorrow's (Tuesday, Dec. 1) Adventure Ed. class.

If you ordered school photo's a few weeks back, the actual ordered photo's were sent home today.  

PS...I heard someone who is REALLY COOL has a birthday tomorrow!

Homework:
Math (McD) - Adding/Subtracting Fractions Drawings (Tuesday, Dec. 1)
Art - Google Doodle (Tuesday, Dec. 1)
ELA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 14)
Health - Healthy Eating or Fitness SMART Goal (before Xmas Break)

Reminders:
- Please return the Term 1 Report Card envelopes (SC and JC)!
- If you or someone you know is interested in ordering from the Good Taste Fundraiser catalogue, please return the forms by Thursday, Dec. 3.  YUMMY!
- Another MC Knoll Bake Sale is set for Friday, Nov. 4.  Items are $0.50 each!
- Friday, Dec. 4 is "Red and Green Day"

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- SD              - ND             - TK               - TR             

Classroom News - Nov. 27

Thanks to everyone who came out to the parent-teacher-student interviews.  I very much enjoyed the conversations.

If you are interested in ordering some MC Knoll clothing, the form and money are now OVERDUE.

Ask your son/daughter about "Back to the Future Day"...

Have a wonderful weekend!

Homework:
ELA - Before/During/After Questions and Activities (OVERDUE)
Math (McD) - 2.1 Comparing Fractions (OVERDUE)
Science - If This Affects That...LAB (Monday, Nov. 30)
Social - What in the World (Trudeau) (Monday, Nov. 30)
ELA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 14)
Health - Healthy Eating or Fitness SMART Goal (before Xmas Break)

Reminders:
- Please return the Term 1 Report Card envelopes ASAP.
- If you are a member of the MC Knoll Volleyball team, there will be a staff vs student volleyball game on Monday, Nov. 30 (girls) and Wednesday, Dec. 2 (boys).
- If you or someone you know is interested in ordering from the Good Taste Fundraiser catalogue, please return the forms by Thursday, Dec. 3.  YUMMY!
- Another MC Knoll Bake Sale is set for Friday, Nov. 4.  Items are $0.50 each!

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK               - TR             

Classroom News - Nov. 26

Day 2 of the parent-teacher-student conferences are today.  Similar to yesterday, student attendance is mandatory during these conversations - so we all can talk about "their" learning needs. 

In addition, the MC Knoll Book Fair continues tonight.  Bring a few dollars to buy some great reading goodies!

If you are interested in ordering some MC Knoll clothing, please return the form and appropriate money by tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 27).

Tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 27) is "Back to the Future Day"!  Dress-up as if it is the year 2050...

Homework:
ELA - Before/During/After Questions and Activities (Friday, Nov. 27)
Math (McD) - 2.1 Comparing Fractions (Friday, Nov. 27)
Social - What in the World (Trudeau) (Monday, Nov. 30)
ELA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 14)
Health - Healthy Eating or Fitness SMART Goal (sometime before Xmas Break)

Reminders:
- Please return the Term 1 Report Card envelopes ASAP.
- The Good Taste Fundraiser forms were sent home yesterday.  If you or someone you know is interested in ordering from this delicious catalogue, please return the forms by Thursday, Dec. 3.  YUMMY!

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK               - TR             

Classroom News - Nov. 25

The parent-teacher-student conferences are scheduled for today and tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 26).  Student attendance is mandatory during these conversations - so we all can talk about "their" learning needs.  I look forward to talking to everyone!  

The MC Knoll Book Fair continues tonight and tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 26).  Bring a few dollars to buy some great reading goodies!

The Good Taste Fundraiser forms were sent home today.  If you or someone you know is interested in ordering from this delicious catalogue, please return the forms by Thursday, Dec. 3.  YUMMY!

Homework:
Math (McD) - Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions (Thursday, Nov. 26)
Health - Healthy Eating or Fitness SMART Goal (Thursday, Nov. 26)
ELA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 14)

Reminders:
- Please return the Term 1 Report Card envelopes ASAP.
- If you are interested in ordering some MC Knoll clothing, please return the form and appropriate money by Friday, Nov. 27.
- Friday, Nov. 27 is "Back to the Future Day"!  Dress-up as if it is the year 2050...

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK               - TR             

Classroom News - Nov. 24

Great job to all of the volleyball athletes over the previous few months.  MC Knoll is proud!

Ask your son/daughter about today's new "math groups"...

The parent-teacher-student conferences are scheduled for tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 25) and Thursday, Nov. 26.  Student attendance is mandatory during these conversations - so we all can talk about "their" learning needs.  I look forward to talking to everyone!  

There will be an MC Knoll Book Fair starting tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 25) and Thursday, Nov. 26.  Bring a few dollars to buy some great reading goodies!

Homework:
Math (McD) - Meaning of Fractions (Wednesday, Nov. 25)
Math (McD) - Equivalent/Simplifying Fractions (Wednesday, Nov. 25)
Science - Carbon Cycle (Wednesday, Nov. 25)
Health - Healthy Eating or Fitness SMART Goal (Thursday, Nov. 26)
ELA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 14)

Reminders:
- Please return the Term 1 Report Card envelopes ASAP.
- If you are interested in ordering some MC Knoll clothing, please return the form and appropriate money by Friday, Nov. 27.
- Friday, Nov. 27 is "Back to the Future Day"!  Dress-up as if it is the year 2050...

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK              - TR             - JT

Adventure Ed. - Curling (Part 3)

Classroom News - Nov. 23

Happy Monday!

I hope the Term 1 Report Card conversations went well this passed weekend...

Ask your son/daughter about today's curling adventures (part 2).

There will be an MC Knoll Book Fair this Wednesday, Nov. 25 and Thursday, Nov. 26.  Bring a few dollars to buy some great reading goodies!

Homework:
Math - Fractions Pre-Test (OVERDUE)
ELA - Small Group Reading #4 (Before/During/After) (OVERDUE)
Science - Mountain Lion Crossing (Tuesday, Nov. 24)
ELA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 14)

Reminders:
- Please return the Term 1 Report Card envelopes ASAP.
- The parent-teacher-student conferences are scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 25 and Thursday, Nov. 26.  Student attendance is mandatory during these conversations (as we will be talking about "their" learning).  
- If you are interested in ordering some MC Knoll clothing, please return the form and appropriate money by Friday, Nov. 27.
- Friday, Nov. 27 is "Back to the Future Day"!

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK              - TR            - JT

Classroom News - Nov. 20

Term 1 Report Cards were handed-out today!  I encourage you to have some good conversations about what was accomplished in the previous three months, what specifically can be improved, and most importantly, how it can be improved.

Speaking of conversations about report cards, parent-teacher-student conferences are scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 25 and Thursday, Nov. 26.  

Lastly, an "MC Knoll Clothing Newsletter" was sent home today.  If you are interested in ordering, please return the form and appropriate money by Friday, Nov. 27.

Homework:
Math - Fractions Pre-Test (OVERDUE)
ELA - Small Group Reading #4 (Before/During/After) (Monday, Nov. 23)
Science - Mountain Lion Crossing (Tuesday, Nov. 24)
ELA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 14)

Reminders:
- Students will be curling, yet again, for the Monday, Nov. 23 Adventure Ed. class.  Students are welcome to bring any curling gear they have.

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK              - TR    

Classroom News - Nov. 19

Ask your son/daughter about our new math unit on "fractions" - in particular, how they will be placed into different groups depending on their math abilities.

Term 1 Report Cards will be handed-out tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 20).  YAHOO!

* All upcoming and OVERDUE Term 1 assignments are now OVERDUE.  Those students who failed to hand-in their assignments may not receive their Term 1 Report Card until the assignments are completed.

Homework:
Math - Fractions Pre-Test (Friday, Nov. 20)
ELA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 14)

Reminders:
- Some very important information was sent home earlier this week about parent-teacher-student conferences scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 25 and Thursday, Nov. 26.  If the appointed times do not work, please do not hesitate to contact the school and/or me directly.

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK              - TR    

Classroom News - Nov. 18

WOW!!  The weather today sure moved in fast?!?!?  I think winter is here to stay.

Due to the crazy weather, all school buses have been cancelled today - hopefully everyone finds a safe route home.  Stay tuned to the radio tomorrow for additional cancellations.

Also, the annual City-Wide Volleyball tournament has been postponed to a later date.

Ask your son/daughter about today's math percentage test.

* All upcoming and OVERDUE Term 1 assignments are now OVERDUE.  Those students who failed to hand-in their assignments may not receive their Term 1 Report Card until the assignments are completed.

Homework:
ELA - Nov./Dec. Writing Folder (Monday, Dec. 14)

Reminders:
- Term 1 Report Cards will be handed-out Friday, Nov. 20.
- Some very important information was sent home earlier this week about parent-teacher-student conferences scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 25 and Thursday, Nov. 26.  If the appointed times do not work, please do not hesitate to contact the school and/or me directly.

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK              - TR    

Classroom News - Nov. 17

The annual City-Wide Volleyball tournament is scheduled for today and tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 17) at a variety of venues in the city.  GO KNIGHTS GO! 

* All upcoming and OVERDUE Term 1 assignments are now OVERDUE.  Those students who failed to hand-in their assignments may not receive their Term 1 Report Card until the assignments are completed.

Homework:
ELA - PowerPoint Book Report (OVERDUE)
Math - Percentage Unit Test (Wednesday, Nov. 18)

Reminders:
- Term 1 Report Cards will be handed-out Friday, Nov. 20.
- Some very important information was sent home yesterday about parent-teacher-student conferences scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 25 and Thursday, Nov. 26.  If the appointed times do not work, please do not hesitate to contact the school and/or me directly.

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK             - TR           

Adventure Ed. - Curling (Part 2)

Adventure Ed. - Curling (Part 1)

Classroom News - Nov. 16

Welcome back - I hope everyone's long-weekend was fantastic!

Some very important information was sent home today about parent-teacher-student conferences scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 25 and Thursday, Nov. 26.  If the appointed times do not work, please do not hesitate to contact the school and/or me directly.

Ask your son/daughter about today's Adventure Ed. - Curling!

* All upcoming and OVERDUE Term 1 assignments are now OVERDUE.  Those students who failed to hand-in their assignments may not receive their Term 1 Report Card until the assignments are completed.

Homework:
ELA - PowerPoint Book Report (OVERDUE)
Math - Percentage Unit Test (Wednesday, Nov. 18)

Reminders:
- The annual City-Wide Volleyball tournament is scheduled for tomorrow (Tuesday, Nov. 16) and Wednesday, Nov. 17 at a variety of venues in the city.  GO KNIGHTS GO! 
- Term 1 Report Cards will be handed-out Friday, Nov. 20.

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK             - TR            - KS            - RSp 

Classroom News - Nov. 10

It feels like the week just started...and it is already over?!?!?

Great job to all of the students who made a donation and/or dressed-up for the Remembrance Day Service today.  Your respect is appreciated!

For the Monday, Nov. 16 Adventure Ed. class, students will be learning about curling.  Any students with their own curling equipment are encouraged to bring it.  Also, students should bring a hoodie as it gets quite cold in the curling rink.

Have a wonderful extra-long weekend!

* All upcoming and OVERDUE Term 1 assignments are due by Monday, Nov. 16.  Those students who fail to hand-in their assignments by this date may not receive their Term 1 Report Card until the assignments are completed.

Homework:
Math - 4.4 Comparing Percents (OVERDUE)
Art - Remembrance Day Representation (OVERDUE)
Math - 4.5 Calculating Percents (Monday, Nov. 16)
ELA - PowerPoint Book Report (Monday, Nov. 16)
Math - Percentage Unit Test (Wednesday, Nov. 18)

Reminders:
- There will be NO SCHOOL Wednesday, Nov. 10 (Remembrance Day), as well as Thursday, Nov. 11 and Friday, Nov. 12 (In Lieu of Interviews).  YAHOO!

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- JC             - ND            - SD             - KH           
- TK             - BM             - TR            - KS            - RSp                      

Classroom News - Nov. 9

Happy Monday!

The annual MC Knoll Remembrance Day Service is scheduled for tomorrow (Tuesday, Nov. 10) at 11:00 a.m.  Students are encouraged to dress appropriately in honor of our veterans, as well as bring any money donations (in exchange for a poppy).

* All upcoming and OVERDUE Term 1 assignments are due by Monday, Nov. 16.  Those students who fail to hand-in their assignments by this date may not receive their Term 1 Report Card until the assignments are completed.

Homework:
Math - 4.3 Estimating Percents (OVERDUE)
Math - 4.4 Comparing Percents (Tuesday, Nov. 10)
Art - Remembrance Day Representation (Tuesday, Nov. 10)
ELA - PowerPoint Book Report (Monday, Nov. 16)

Reminders:
- There will be NO SCHOOL Wednesday, Nov. 10 (Remembrance Day), as well as Thursday, Nov. 11 and Friday, Nov. 12 (In Lieu of Interviews).  YAHOO!

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- ND                  - TK            - TR                   - KS                                

Classroom News - Nov. 6

Great job to everyone who provided baking for the MC Knoll Bake Sale!  It was YUMMY!

* All upcoming and OVERDUE Term 1 assignments are due by Monday, Nov. 16.  Those students who fail to hand-in their assignments by this date may not receive their Term 1 Report Card until the assignments are completed.

Homework:
Math - 4.2 Percentage on Food Labels (OVERDUE)
Health - Food Journal (x2 - Personal & Florence) (OVERDUE)
ELA - Small Group #3 Questions and Activities (OVERDUE)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6 sketches) (OVERDUE)
Math - 4.3 Estimating Percents (Monday, Nov. 9)
Art - Remembrance Day Representation (Tuesday, Nov. 10)
ELA - PowerPoint Book Report (Monday, Nov. 16)

Reminders:
- The annual MC Knoll Remembrance Day Service is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 11:00 a.m.  Students are encouraged to dress appropriately in honor of our veterans.
- There will be NO SCHOOL Wednesday, Nov. 10 (Remembrance Day), as well as Thursday, Nov. 11 and Friday, Nov. 12 (In Lieu of Interviews).  YAHOO!

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- KB                  - ND                   - TK               
- TR                   - KS                   - RSh                    

Harvest Showdown (Part 2)

Harvest Showdown (Part 1)

Classroom News - Nov. 5

Ask your son/daughter about the Harvest Showdown!

Homework:
Math - 4.2 Percentage on Food Labels (OVERDUE)
Health - Food Journal (x2 - Personal & Florence) (OVERDUE)
ELA - Small Group #3 Questions and Activities (Friday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6 sketches) (Friday, Nov. 6)
ELA - PowerPoint Book Report (Monday, Nov. 16)

Reminders:
- The grade 7 students are responsible for providing baking for the next MC Knoll Bake Sale scheduled for tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 6).  

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK               - TR           - RSh                  - RSp              

Classroom News - Nov. 4

Grade 7 students will be participating in the annual Harvest Showdown tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 5) from around 9:30 - 2:00. Students must bring a bag lunch, as well as appropriate warm clothing (ie: a hoody).  Yahoo!

Homework:
Math - 4.2 Percentage on Food Labels (Thursday, Nov. 5)
Health - Food Journal (x2 - Personal & Florence) (Thursday, Nov. 5)
ELA - Small Group #3 Questions and Activities (Friday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6 sketches) (Friday, Nov. 6)
ELA - PowerPoint Book Report (Monday, Nov. 16)

Reminders:
- The grade 7 students are responsible for providing baking for the next MC Knoll Bake Sale (scheduled for Friday, Nov. 6).  A short newsletter was sent last week...

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK               - TR               

Classroom News - Nov. 3

Homework:
Art - Halloween Face Sketch (OVERDUE)
Math - 4.1 Fractions/Decimals/Percents (Wednesday, Nov. 4)
Health - Food Journal (x2 - Personal & Florence) (Thursday, Nov. 5)
ELA - Small Group #3 Questions and Activities (Friday, Nov. 6)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6 sketches) (Friday, Nov. 6)
ELA - PowerPoint Book Report (Monday, Nov. 16)

Reminders:
- The grade 7 students are responsible for providing baking for the next MC Knoll Bake Sale (scheduled for Friday, Nov. 6).  A short newsletter was sent last week...
- Students will be participating in the annual Harvest Showdown Thursday, Nov. 5 from around 9:30 - 2:00.  Students must bring a bag lunch, as well as appropriate warm clothing (ie: a hoody). 

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK               - TR               

Classroom News - Nov. 2

Happy "first day back after Halloween weekend"!  

Two items were sent home today including:
- November City of Yorkton Newsletter
- Harvest Showdown Invitation 

Homework:
Art - Halloween Face Sketch (OVERDUE)
ELA - Small Group #3 (Before, During, After) (Tuesday, Nov. 3)
Math - Fractions, Decimals, Percents Practice (Tuesday, Nov. 3)
Art - Term 1 Sketchbook (x6 sketches) (Friday, Nov. 6)
ELA - PowerPoint Book Report (Monday, Nov. 16)

Reminders:
- The grade 7 students are responsible for providing baking for the next MC Knoll Bake Sale (scheduled for Friday, Nov. 6).  A short newsletter was sent last week...
- Students will be participating in the annual Harvest Showdown Thursday, Nov. 5 from around 9:30 - 2:00.  Students must bring a bag lunch, as well as appropriate warm clothing (ie: a hoody). 

* The following people have OVERDUE work:       

- TK               - TR