January 25th to 29th

 Geography:

Students are spending the beginning of the week preparing for an assessment. The assessment will take place on Wednesday, January 27th for all classes. It is based on what we have studied during the Natural Resources Unit. A document with everything students need to know was posted in Workspace last week along with a Quizlet that they are welcome to use as a study tool.

Religion:

Students are working on a research project this week. The project is based on organizations that exist to help teens in need. Students did some preliminary research on Monday before choosing one organization to explore in more detail. Students will be demonstrating their findings by creating a poster or a slide deck. This is due next week; Tuesday for 7-1 & 7-2 and Wednesday for 7-3.

Drama:

We are starting a very short unit on Characterisation. Students will be introduced to the concept this week through a note and a couple of Youtube clips. They will then have an activity linked to what was discussed in class. 

January 18th to 22nd

 Geography:

This week in Geography, we will continue to explore how humans exploit natural resources. We will examine mining techniques as well as forestry techniques. Students will then read about and reflect on their ecological footprint and how they can reduce it.

As we approach the end of the Natural Resources Unit, there will be a short test. The test will take place on Wednesday, January 27th. In Workspace, students can find a document that outlines exactly what they need to know for the test. 

Religion:

We are continuing to examine and explore God's love. This week students will have two classes to find a story about love in the news and complete some reflection questions on it. We will then read a text and have a discussion about a parent's love.

Drama:

Students are finishing up their Voice Projection Project this week. It is due Thursday for 7-3 and Friday for 7-1 and 7-2. From there, students will have some time to listen to each others' projects and complete a peer-evaluation activity.

January 11th to 15th

 Happy New Year!

As we enter into our second week of remote learning, here are a few reminders:

- We are still required to take attendance. If your son or daughter is going to miss class for any reason, please contact the office to let them know.

- We are meeting as a class at the beginning of each period for attendance, discussions, and instructions.

- All work is posted in Workspace. There is a weekly checklist for each subject to help students stay on top of the tasks.

- I am available for questions during class via Google Meet. Students can also email me with their questions if they prefer that method of communication.

- There will still be a couple of assessments that will be contributed to the mark that your son or daughter receives on the February report card.

Geography:

Since the return of school, we have been working on a new unit exploring natural resources. We have been looking at the difference between a natural resource and a manufactured product, the three types of natural resources (renewable, non-renewable, and permanent) as well as how these natural resources are used around the world. Still, to come this week, we will be comparing a need to a want and we will begin to explore how natural resources are exploited and used by humans.

Religion:

Last week, students did some reflective work on the Epiphany through the examination of a piece of art work, reading, and reflection.

We started this week off with a reflection of their goals for 2021. It is important to note that this is an assessment and it will be marked. It is due today for 7-1 and 7-2 and tomorrow for 7-3.

From there, we will begin a new unit on God's Love. For the remainder of this week, they will reflect on what it means to be loved, how they are loved, and how they show their own love.

Drama:

We are continuing with our unit on Voice. This week students will be working on the assessment for this unit. They will follow the Creative Process to write a story that includes three assigned objects. They will then record themselves reading their story while employing various voice techniques.