EQAO: please come in rested and with a refillable bottle of water.
Bring in all materials needed: 3 sharpened pencils, erasers, a ruler, calculator.

SOCIAL STUDIES:  Visit the Social Studies Blog: 

* view the video "World in a Village" and respond to the guiding question within the comments section of the post
* begin your research to the guiding 'big idea' question within the SS Citizenship Wiki(timelines & due dates are tight)

PAST DUE

* respond to the guiding questions on your assigned organization (Red Cross/FTC/UNICEF) in the comments section of the social studies blog post

* complete the anticipation guide in google docs, then share with me 

* share your global detective item and respond to guiding statements

* complete the global issue research topic choice sheet

ARTS: artist study outline has been assigned, begin your research on your selected artist in a Google Doc.  Please share with me.  Finalized project is due Friday June 13th.

SOCIAL STUDIES:  Visit the Social Studies Blog: 

* view the video "World in a Village" and respond to the guiding question within the comments section of the post
* begin your research to the guiding 'big idea' question within the SS Citizenship Wiki(timelines & due dates are tight)

PAST DUE

* respond to the guiding questions on your assigned organization (Red Cross/FTC/UNICEF) in the comments section of the social studies blog post

* complete the anticipation guide in google docs, then share with me 

* share your global detective item and respond to guiding statements

* complete the global issue research topic choice sheet

ARTS: artist study outline has been assigned, begin your research on your selected artist in a Google Doc.  Please share with me.  Finalized project is due Friday June 13th.

EQAO review: students will receive a package in Language & Mathematics of which in-class time was provided to work on INDEPENDENTLY but they will need to complete the packages at home.  This will allow for us to take up writing, reading and math thinking ideas throughout this week.

SOCIAL STUDIES:  Visit the Social Studies Blog: 

* view the video "World in a Village" and respond to the guiding question within the comments section of the post
* begin your research to the guiding 'big idea' question within the SS Citizenship Wiki(timelines & due dates are tight)

PAST DUE

* respond to the guiding questions on your assigned organization (Red Cross/FTC/UNICEF) in the comments section of the social studies blog post

* complete the anticipation guide in google docs, then share with me 

* share your global detective item and respond to guiding statements

* complete the global issue research topic choice sheet

ARTS: artist study outline has been assigned, begin your research on your selected artist in a Google Doc.  Please share with me.  Finalized project is due Friday June 13th.

EQAO review: students will receive a package in Language & Mathematics of which in-class time was provided to work on INDEPENDENTLY but they will need to complete the packages at home.  This will allow for us to take up writing, reading and math thinking ideas throughout this week.

Want to see some cool youth businesses? Check out pictures from the #EAshowcase in Toronto this week: http://t.co/xq4pFI8F2g #CdnEdChat

— Learning Partnership (@TLPCanada) May 28, 2014

SOCIAL STUDIES:  Visit the Social Studies Blog: 

* view the video "World in a Village" and respond to the guiding question within the comments section of the post
* begin your research to the guiding 'big idea' question within the SS Citizenship Wiki(timelines & due dates are tight)

PAST DUE

* respond to the guiding questions on your assigned organization (Red Cross/FTC/UNICEF) in the comments section of the social studies blog post

* complete the anticipation guide in google docs, then share with me 

* share your global detective item and respond to guiding statements

* complete the global issue research topic choice sheet

ARTS: artist study outline has been assigned, begin your research on your selected artist in a Google Doc.  Please share with me.  Finalized project is Friday June 13th.

EQAO review: students will receive a package in Language & Mathematics of which in-class time was provided to work on INDEPENDENTLY but they will need to complete the packages at home.  This will allow for us to take up writing, reading and math thinking ideas throughout this week

sent on behalf of the Fun Fair Committee

PARENTS: We STILL Need YOU!

 

The 2014 McMurrich Fun Fair needs 100+ volunteers 

(and we only have about 12 so far)

Can you be one of them?

JUNE 12, 2014

Rain date: June 19, 2014

 

Please email Lee (LEELML3@GMAIL.COM) with the following information:

a.      Your name

b.      Time you are available between 3:30 – 8:30 PM (a minimum of one hour – or more - would be most appreciated)

 

Be a part of McMurrich's annual end-of-school tradition AND one of our school'sBIGGEST fundraising initiatives.

 

***If you wish to make a monetary donation to the Fun Fair to offset the costs (which means more funds to McMurrich) please see the attached donation form.***

We can't do it without YOU!

Business Day:

Entrepreneurial Adventure Showcase today was a wonderful success as students shared their learning, spread awareness about the proceeds and why they are working towards brining about change in the community.
Follow us on twitter:
@mcmbusinessday
#mcmbizday

SOCIAL STUDIES:  Visit the Social Studies Blog: 

* view the video "World in a Village" and respond to the guiding question within the comments section of the post
* begin your research to the guiding 'big idea' question within the SS Citizenship Wiki(timelines & due dates are tight)

PAST DUE

* respond to the guiding questions on your assigned organization (Red Cross/FTC/UNICEF) in the comments section of the social studies blog post

* complete the anticipation guide in google docs, then share with me 

* share your global detective item and respond to guiding statements

* complete the global issue research topic choice sheet

EQAO review: students will receive a package in Language & Mathematics of which in-class time was provided to work on INDEPENDENTLY but they will need to complete the packages at home.  This will allow for us to take up writing, reading and math thinking ideas throughout this week

Two letters have gone home with your child this week:
- EQAO information letter 
- TDSB School Climate Survey (only return if your child is NOT participating)

Business Day:

Entrepreneurial Adventure Showcase is on Monday.  PLEASE have your t-shirts washed and ready to wear as you will be representing your team/company!

SOCIAL STUDIES:  Visit the Social Studies Blog: 

* view the video "World in a Village" and respond to the guiding question within the comments section of the post
* begin your research to the guiding 'big idea' question within the SS Citizenship Wiki(timelines & due dates are tight)

PAST DUE

* respond to the guiding questions on your assigned organization (Red Cross/FTC/UNICEF) in the comments section of the social studies blog post

* complete the anticipation guide in google docs, then share with me 

* share your global detective item and respond to guiding statements

* complete the global issue research topic choice sheet

EQAO review: students will receive a package in Language & Mathematics of which in-class time was provided to work on INDEPENDENTLY but they will need to complete the packages at home.  This will allow for us to take up writing, reading and math thinking ideas throughout next week
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Business Day:

UPLOAD all finalized write-ups, infographs and other documents onto the dedicated pages within your wiki.

Entrepreneurial Adventure Showcase is on Monday.  PLEASE have your t-shirts washed and ready to wear as you will be representing your team/company!

MATH: review your multiplication table !

SOCIAL STUDIES:  Visit the Social Studies Blog: ready for tomorrow

* begin your research to the guiding 'big idea' question within the SS Citizenship Wiki (timelines & due dates are tight)

PAST DUE

* respond to the guiding questions on your assigned organization (Red Cross/FTC/UNICEF) in the comments section of the social studies blog post

* complete the anticipation guide in google docs, then share with me 

* share your global detective item and respond to guiding statements

* complete the global issue research topic choice sheet

EQAO review: students will receive a package in Language & Mathematics of which in-class time was provided to work on INDEPENDENTLY but they will need to complete the packages at home.  This will allow for us to take up writing, reading and math thinking ideas throughout Friday and next week.

*** Red Team: share your google financial spreadsheet with me

SCIENCE: only a few groups completed, printed and submitted the graphic narrative on a perspective in aviation.  Please, submit team graphic narratives for descriptive feedback prior to final (colour) printing.

PLEASE bring in all permission & media release forms in / signed asap

MATH: review your multiplication table !

SOCIAL STUDIES:  Visit the Social Studies Blog: ready for tomorrow

* in a google doc, respond to the guiding questions on your assigned organization (Red Cross/FTC/UNICEF)

PAST DUE

* complete the anticipation guide in google docs, then share with me 

* share your global detective item and respond to guiding statements

* complete the global issue research topic choice sheet

Business Day:

UPLOAD all finalized write-ups, infographs and other documents onto the dedicated pages within your wiki.

EQAO review: students will receive a package in Language & Mathematics tomorrow to work on in-class INDEPENDENTLY but will need to complete the packages at home.  This will allow for us to take up writing, reading and math thinking ideas throughout Friday and next week.
- we have been reviewing our learning from this school year over the past two weeks and will continue to review well into mid-June as we prepare for assessments of learning and EQAO.  Students have been actively engaged in their tasks and participating in class & small group discussions.  Keep up the great work everyone !

PLEASE bring in all permission & media release forms in / signed asap

MATH: review your multiplication table !

SOCIAL STUDIES:  Visit the Social Studies Blog: all items due tomorrow

* complete the anticipation guide in google docs, then share with me 

* share your global detective item and respond to guiding statements

* complete the global issue research topic choice sheet

Business Day:

UPLOAD all finalized write-ups, infographs and other documents onto the dedicated pages within your wiki.

Reflection: Time will be provided in-class tomorrow to answer the guiding questions in your Student Business Day blog; take your time to really develop your thoughts (looking for 2 to 3 developed paragraphs): PAST DUE
"How do you feel about your company's performance during Business Day 2014? 

• successes supported with examples / specific details
• challenges supported with examples / specific details
• how your overcame challenges supported with examples / strategies

Have a wonderful long weekend with family and friends :o)

MATH: review your multiplication table !

Students will be engaged in a variety of group and independent follow-up, reflective and wrapping up activities in the upcoming weeks. 

Business Day:

UPLOAD all finalized write-ups, infographs and other documents onto the dedicated pages within your wiki.

Reflection: Time will be provided in-class tomorrow to answer the guiding questions in your Student Business Day blog; take your time to really develop your thoughts (looking for 2 to 3 developed paragraphs): Due Tuesday May 20th
"How do you feel about your company's performance during Business Day 2014? 

• successes supported with examples / specific details
• challenges supported with examples / specific details
• how your overcame challenges supported with examples / strategies

Students will be engaged in a variety of group and independent follow-up, reflective and wrapping up activities in the upcoming weeks. 

Business Day:

UPLOAD all finalized write-ups, infographs and other documents onto the dedicated pages within your wiki.

Reflection: Time will be provided in-class tomorrow to answer the guiding questions in your Student Business Day blog; take your time to really develop your thoughts (looking for 2 to 3 developed paragraphs): Due Monday May 19th
"How do you feel about your company's performance during Business Day 2014? 

• successes supported with examples / specific details
• challenges supported with examples / specific details
• how your overcame challenges supported with examples / strategies

Infographs:  Many of the infographs have been printed.  Others need to be refined prior to printing Friday morning (last chance). 

Students will be engaged in a variety of group and independent follow-up, reflective and wrapping up activities in the upcoming weeks. 

Business Day:

Time will be provided in-class tomorrow to answer the guiding questions in your Student Business Day blog: Due Monday May 19th
"How do you feel about your company's performance during Business Day 2014? (success / challenges and how your overcame them)"

Infographs:  Many of the infographs have been printed.  Others need to be refined prior to printing Friday morning (last chance).  We are hoping to have all infographs on display tomorrow.

Business Day 2014

A special thanks to our parents for your continued support, behind the scenes and upfront!

Business Day 2014

Congratulations to everyone! 

 Today's Business Day event was a huge success as students hosted and sold their merchandise to the school community.  All students remained in role as they spread awareness about the importance of the pillar of education and supporting children in Haiti.  Students connected with various guests and made a true impression on how knowledgable they were as entrepreneurs and the importance of their role in Business Day.  We are so proud! I am so proud to see you all step up as a leader!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BUSINESS DAY:

The gym is looking wonderful and will be even better once student-run businesses are up and going tomorrow!

Get plenty of rest tonight and eat a healthy breakfast tomorrow.  Please bring a lunch to school.  Things will wrap up at about 4pm when we will pack up for the day.

Infographic:  Many of the infographs have been printed.  Others need to be refined prior to printing first thing tomorrow morning.  We are hoping to have all infographs on display tomorrow.

A wordle was created for each of your expository team essays.... A great way to see if 'gist words' were used throughout the essay.  Check out wordle.net/

It has been a wonderfully busy week!  

Continue to work on team tasks for Business Day.  

Enjoy your weekend and get plenty of rest!

BUSINESS DAY:

NOTE:  each team is requested to visit the main page of their wiki and refer to the comments section.

Resume: * Congratulations on finalizing and publishing your resumes.

Infographic: Continue to brainstorm learning experiences and contributions for your infographic.  Include 2/3 points (statistics) for Free the Children, education in Haiti, UN Convention RC, and the MDG.  Infographs will be printed next Monday.

Blue Team: a parent volunteer is needed to pick up a donation gift card this Saturday.  A copy of the email and a student donation request letter will be left on your table group area.