Assignment update

8FLA: Persuasive essays were due on December 16th. We are now working on biographies. Library time permitted in the afternoon today, to assist you with research. Read for at least 20 minutes please.
7ELA: Anecdotes due by Thursday. Please read for at least 20 minutes each day. 
7FLA: Due to the storm cancellation yesterday afternoon, you did not get to work on your anecdotes, I will help you next class.
8ELA: Did not have you on Day 1, so I will see where you left off with Ms. Maureen's assignments.
Thank you and have a great day.
Mrs. Thain :)

Up to December 16th

Dear Parents, guardians and students:
      I will be out of the building until December 16th. Ms. Maureen will be my replacement during this time, if you have any questions. She will not be putting due dates on a blog, so students will need to record their homework independently this week.  Here are some of the things she will be focusing on this week.
Students are reminded to read each day and update their reading logs. How wonderful how many books we have read together since September! I am proud of you.
Grade 8FLA Your persuasive essay is due on December 16th.
Grade 8E LA and 8FLA you will be completing an instructional/procedural report with Ms. Maureen in class. You should not have homework, if you work diligently during class time.  She will be grading you based on our writing and speaking outcomes. Ms. Maureen will also share 2 exemplars with you, in order to help you see what expository writing looks like. There will also be some vocabulary building exercises to complete.
7FLA: You will be working on conventions, vocabulary building and word choice this week.  You will also begin your very own anecdotes. Ms. Maureen has exemplars to guide you. Please keep all handouts in your writing sections of your binders. 
7E LA: Same plan as 7FLA, but you will also have time to complete your User Friendly sequels or writing entry of your choice. ( *please keep all writing traits in mind: voice, sentence fluency, conventions, organization, word choice and ideas)  
I hope you will have a wonderful week, see you again soon.
Mrs. Thain :)

Updates for December 2nd

8E LA Persuasive Essays due on December 3rd. Read 20 minutes please and thank you. :)
8F LA  You just finished your book talks; your essays are due on December 16th.Read 20 minutes.
7E LA and 7FLA : read for 20 minutes and if you find the time, check out the online school Link on Learning. Would you prefer to learn at home? Would you miss our school? What are the advantages and disadvantages?
Have a great day.
Mrs. Thain :)

Wednesday, November 27th

Grade 7 students are sharing their book talks this week. I have been completely impressed by the quality of the videos, posters, models and other creations used to teach us about your books.  Thank you for your bravery, professionalism and imagination! * You truly need to keep reading on a regular basis and updating your reading log each day.  I am seeing improvement when it comes to word choice and fluency. I would urge you to  make the choice to practice each day, as this will serve you well in the future.
*7FLA: Your sequels to User Friendly have been such a pleasure to read, if you have not handed in your good copy yet, please do so on Thursday. 
Grade 8 Students: As we wrap up our book talks, we will be using Nelson Literacy 8. We are also looking at persuasive writing and completing a formative piece on how to prepare a strong argument.   If you do not have debate topics in mind that you would like to share, I have many topics to choose from. I look forward to your submissions and I am certain we will have fun meeting our writing, reading and speaking outcomes! :)

Tuesday, November 26th

7ELA: Your book talks begin on Monday. Looking forward to learning about what you have been reading, during your presentations!
7FLA:  Sequels to User Friendly due Monday. Your book talks are due on the 27th.
8E LA: All book talks complete now except two. We will wrap this up on Monday and we will progress with our Tech Then and Now Theme. Hope you enjoyed the writing and speaking activity that included modeling clay! :) I enjoyed your creations, evaluation of the products and  supporting details. 
8FLA: Book talks on Monday, this will take approximately 2 or 3 periods to complete. 
Please remember to read, as I will be checking your reading logs on Monday. Thank you! 
Mrs. Thain 

Monday, November 18th

7FLA:  Sequel for User Friendly due on Thursday, November 21st! Please be sure to stay true to the genre. * Also, if you are using dialogue, remember to use proper punctuation ( " ," ! ?) :)
*Begin a new line when you have a new paragraph: ( new idea, new setting, new time, new person introduced etc)
You may include graphics if you wish, but please complete your sequel, before you begin any art work. Just in case you spend too much time on the drawings, and not enough on your narratives. :)
I look forward to reading your literary creations.  I will be focusing on your organization, word choice, ideas,
voice, sentence-fluency and ideas.
8E and 8FLA: Book Talks continue today!
7ELA: Only one class together today, we will begin User-Friendly and negotiate a due date for your sequels.

November 14th

Grade 7E LA Your book talk presentations begin on November 25th.
7FLA your book talks begin on the 27th.  
Grade 8F LA : presentations begin on November 15th!
Grade 8ELA: presentations have begun and we will finish within the next 2 periods.
* All LA classes should be reading on a regular basis, a minimum of 20 minutes each day in addition to class. On truly busy nights, this may be a challenge, so you may read extra the next day. :) Please make a genuine commitment to improving your fluency and building your vocabulary. Your goal is to choose a "just right book", not too easy, but not so difficult that comprehension is lost.
Thanks so very much!
Mrs. Thain 

Up to November 8th

Dear Parents and Guardians:
      If you wanted to meet for an interview, but found that all times were taken, please email me at smthain@edu.pe.ca and I will get back to you as soon as possible. If you prefer to call, my number is 888 8470 ( ext 309).
Thank you and have a great day!
Mrs. Thain :)

Up to November 4th

Grade 8ELA your book talk presentations begin on November 12th and 8FLA you are on November 15th.

Students are given class time to read, but they must be reading at home as well. Please ask your child to see their reading log as they are updating them every day in class.

Grade 7FLA and 7ELA: Congratulations on completing your first moderated marking project today! You did very well with this diagnostic assessment. As we continue to complete formative writing assessments, this will help you prepare for your very own summative task.  I challenge you to explain to your parents what you have learned about the 3 types and why they are all so very important!

Read, read and did I mention read? ;) We will be updating your reading logs again on Monday and yes...I will be checking. 

Have a wonderful weekend.
Mrs. Thain

October 31st

7FLA: Please be sure to hand in your non-fiction article questions by Friday.  The title of the article was Rescued Dog Gives Others a Helping Hand. There are 5 questions to be completed.

7ELA: You just received the questions today so you can have until Monday to finish yours as I didn't think homework would be much fun on October 31st! :)

8E and 8FLA:  Choose a book that you have read and prepare to share a book talk. Keep in mind you must include:

1. Title and author
2. A visual representation large enough for the class to see ( * examples could include a poster, slide show, Voki, video, model, puppet show,web, Prezi, become a character etc)
3. A quote and explain why it was significant
4. Sell the book to the crowd! Like a movie trailer, give us no more than 3 minutes explaining the characters and the setting. * Just don't give away important details that would ruin the story. Highlights only please. * If your book is non-fiction, you could share 3 important or interesting facts as opposed to setting and character.
5. In closing, why should we read this book?
Thank you and have a great day!
Mrs. Thain :)

October 28th, 2013

7FLA: Please complete the reading expectations as discussed and update your reading log. Your next assignment is due on Wednesday, please be sure to see me prior to the deadline if you have any questions. * Please show your parents the new website permission slip from Mrs. Boyd. If you are able to participate, please have it signed and returned as soon as possible.
7ELA: Most have worked ahead, but just a reminder that your free write good copy is due tomorrow as well as your Reading Response Assignment. Be sure to include which question you completed to teach me about your book.  * Please be sure to return your permission slip to participate in Mrs. Boyd's new and exciting "librarything.com" project.
8E and 8FLA: Please remain devoted to your reading and reading logs. I will be collecting your reading logs and I will be asking you to self-assess your work thus far.  If you have time, ask your parents, relatives and friends for suggestions for the best ever debate topics! I have a huge selection that you may choose from, however, I thought that you would most enjoy topics that truly are of interest to you.  *Have you completed your reading response work and writing assignment. See me to ensure that you are up to date on all assignments. Re-writes for the Outsiders Summative Assessment must be completed by Thursday, if you wish to add more information to your work.
Thank you!
Mrs. Thai

Reading Log Reminder October 22nd, 2013

* Students must update their reading logs every LA class.  If you have finished another book, please complete your "Passport for Reading" too! :) I have honestly been so impressed by the vaste number of students devoted to improving fluency and getting lost in a good book. I am proud of you. Mrs. Thain

October 22nd, 2013: 7FLA just a reminder that your Reading Response project is due on October 30th. 7ELA your free write assignment and reading response question must be handed in by October 29th. 8E LA continue your reading on a regular basis and if time, check online for some great debate topic ideas. 8FLA: Remember our outcomes linked to the Cyberbullying presentation? Tomorrow we will complete the 3 questions linked to our lesson online.

Important message for students and parents: All grade 7 and 8 students are writing or have completed a CASI Reading Assessment. This assessment is designed to guide our instruction. It will identify specific strengths and areas that need support. This assessment is a diagnostic tool and not a summative test for "marks". So, on Students Achieve, when you see CASI scores a 1 would mean experiencing difficulty, a 2 is approaching expectations, a 3 is meeting expectations and a 4 would be exceeded expectations. * Please disregard the percentages as this is not a summative assessment. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me at smthain@edu.pe.ca :)

October 7th update: Just a reminder for grade 7E LA students to finish the Step Up posters tonight. Please tape your art work on the wall when you arrive tomorrow. I look forward to seeing what you would truly care about. Please read for 20 minutes. Grade 8 LA classes, please be sure to read and work on your reading response project. 8ELA your deadline is October 11th. Please remember to check the calendar on my bulletin board for all upcoming assignments. Have a great day! Mrs. Thain :)

October Assignment Information: Grade 8 Outsiders Responses due by Wednesday, October 2nd. Please read and keep your log up to date. Grade 7FLA: Your first free write good copy is due on October 15th. Your reading response assignment is due on October 30th. You have 15 questions to choose from and please justify your responses with examples. Grade 8ELA: Your Reading Response Project based on your novel is due on October 11th. Please see the handout provided. Thank you and have a great day! Mrs. Thain

Up to October 1st: Grade 8 LA: Four questions to be completed valued at 12 points total. Read for 20 minutes each day. Grade 7 LA please choose which free write topic will be transformed into your good copy. We will negotiate a due date together. :) Please read 20 minutes too. Have a great day! Mrs. Thain

Up to September 27th: Grade 8E LA Please complete questions 1 to 5 (part 2) Vocabulary building sheet. Thanks! Mrs. Thain

Up to Tuesday, September 24th: Just a reminder to read each night for at least 20 minutes. If certain evenings are more hectic than others, do your best to build fluency as often as possible. If you are enjoying a good book...by all means, keep on reading! :) 8E LA your writing assignments are due Tuesday. 8F your projects have been corrected and are available for pick up on Tuesday. Have a great day! Mrs. Thain

Assignment update for Wednesday, September 18th: Language Arts students are asked to update their reading logs Monday to Friday. 8E: Your writing assigment is due on Tuesday, September 24th. Have a great night! Mrs. Thain :)

Grade Seven LA : Just a reminder for parents/guardians to return the signed newsletter when you get a chance. Thanks!:)

Assignment Updates up to September 24th

Thank you to parents and students for visiting tonight. It was a pleasure to meet you. 
Assignment update: 8FLA Your writing assignment is due this Wednesday, September 18th.

8E LA your writing assignment is due on Tuesday, September 24th.

Grade 7FLA Please read for a minimum of 20 minutes each day. Or...if you are reading an amazing book, don't feel like you need to put it down. :) Some evenings may be busier than others so on average we are aiming for 20 minutes, but more is always encouraged.

7E LA you will be getting access to our library on Wednesday the 18th. Please feel free to borrow my reading materials and bring in books from home too.
Thank you and have a great night! :)
Mrs. Thain 

Up to Thursday, September 12th: 7FLA Please read this evening for a minimum of 20 minutes. I hope you enjoyed your visit to our amazing library! All Language Arts students are asked to build their fluency and expand their knowledge by reading on a regular basis. Thank you and have a great day! Mrs. Thain :)

Up to Monday, September 9th: Please bring your binder and reading notebook to class. Also, please be sure to have a vision of what you wish to include for your cover design. Feel free to bring in items to make your reading log look amazing. I hope the covers will represent your unique aptitudes and interests. :) Have a wonderful weekend and thank you for all of your efforts thus far. Mrs. Thain

Up to Friday, September 6th, 2013: Thank you to all students for an excellent first day. Your enthusiasm and kindness was greatly appreciated! Please remember to bring your agendas to class for LA as well as a binder and a scribbler or duotang. Have a great night! Mrs. Thain :) P.S If you are in my homeroom, don't forget to give your parents their homework! ;)

Welcome to a new school year at SIS! Looking forward to meeting everyone on Thursday. :)

Up to June 24th

Homeroom reminder that permission slips are needed if you are coming to Shining Waters on Monday. The entrance to the park is 10 dollars. You can bring a lunch or for $5 there is a lunch special with a beverage. If you have any allergies, please let us know in order for us to keep you safe. Any medications we may need is a must and sunscreen please. 
Also, if you have any text books that you forgot to hand in, please see your subject teachers.
Have a great day!
Mrs. Thain  :)

Up to June 17th

7FLA book talks start on Tuesday, June 11th! :)
7ELA book talks will begin on Wednesday, June 12th.
7Gand 7B Health presentations begin June 17th: Positive messages re: gender roles. Choices include: t-shirt designs, slideshows, vokis, role plays, poetry, songs etc.
8G Health test Wednesday
Thanks!
Mrs. Thain 

June 3rd update from Mrs. Thain

Grade 7FLA: Book talks due on June 11th, 7ELA due June 12th.

* Please note, if you are building a model as your visual, please do not leave this to the last minute if you need supplies. Parents and guardians appreciate lots of notice if you need clay, Lego, Bristol board etc. :) 

Grade 8 Health test, Wednesday, June 12th.

Grade 7B Health test on Friday, June 7th.

June 11th Language Arts Book Talk Deadline

Grade Seven Language Arts: How will you teach us about your book? Visuals you may include could be:
A poster, a puppet show, a Voki, slide show, clay representation, a model with Lego etc, acting as if you were the character and the list goes on! :) 
Your rubric gives you the specific information you need to include. 
You must include:
1. A creative beginning and a quote from the text.
2. Discuss the plot, setting, characters and the theme.
3. Have enthusiasm, eye contact and good volume too. 
4. Visual aid: you get to choose this part! I cannot wait to see what you will create to enhance your presentation! :) 
Good luck and if you have any questions please see me.
Mrs. Thain :)

Up to Monday, May 27th

Core French classes will change to Health on Monday as I am also responsible for the Health Curricular Outcomes. Students were given permission slips for the Sexuality Outcomes. This is an opt in opt out program, please check yes or no at your earliest convenience. Thank you. :)
Grade 7 Language Arts: We are just finishing a read aloud and working on the Nelson Literacy 7 Send a Message unit.  Please read for at least 20 minutes after school each day to build fluency, expand your vocabulary and...it's fun! :) 

Up to Tuesday, May 21st

Grade 7 French projects due on Tuesday, May 21

Grade 7 Language Arts: Zine presentations will be completed on May 16th and 17th. * Read every day for a minimum of 20 minutes genre of your choice! :)

 Grade 8 French projects also due on Tuesday, May 21st.
Thank you and have a great day!
 P.S Writing contest entries must be handed in by May 28th

Up to Wednesday, May 15th :)

7FLA: Your Zine project/presentations begin Tuesday, May 14th.  Read each day for a minimum of 20 minutes please, your choice of genre. 
7ELA : Zine projects and presentations begin on Wednesday, May 15th. Read each day for 20 minutes minimum as well.
Grades 7B and 7G French: working on our Past/Present/Future Comics! :) If you feel you need more help and practice with your French there so many websites for free, all devoted to improving your French skills.
Grade 8 French: Two presentations to go and, then we will finish our French review. 
* Helpful youtube video to assist you with some of the French rules we have looked at lately. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OktGnM5lJ58

Grade Seven Language Arts Update Up to May 10th

Excellent effort on your essays!  I have been truly impressed by the quality of the work submitted. Your homework tonight is merely to read for a minimum of 20 minutes. Keep in mind that you always have the freedom to choose what you read at home. Also, think about your "Zine"...do you have a topic yet? Be ready because we will get right to work on Wednesday.  Were you sick today and you are wondering what a Zine is? I am sure you can find several student examples online or check in with one of your helpful classmates! :)
Have a great night!
Mrs. Thain

Up to May 3rd

Grade 7 LA: Expository essays weredue Thursday, April 25th.  A few did not submit their essays on time. Please email me your copy if you are able. If not, I must have your essays by Monday. Thank you! Please remember to read at least 20 minutes and keep in mind, is your reading material too easy, too hard or just right?
* Also, think about our Send a Message theme, can you think of any other way that we send messages each day?  
Grade 7 French: Attention Magasineur projects due Wednesday, May 1st. * Band students must present Wednesday as you are leaving bright and early on Thursday am. :)
Grade 8 French: Consommaction presentations commence on Wednesday as well.  If you finish early and want a challenge, check out our French graphic novels and picture books in the library.
Thanks!/ Merci! * P.S Students that struggled with our last assessment are invited for extra help and retest Tuesday or Wednesday.
Madame Thain :)

Up to April 26th

Grade 7 LA Expository Essays due on Thursday. You will have two days in the computer lab this week to type your good copies. I look forward to learning about the topic that truly matters to you. :) * Reminder to read every day for a mininum of 20 minutes, genre of your choice.
Grade 7B and 7G French tests on Wednesday, review your Masculin/Feminin/Pluriel notes please. 
Grade 8G French test on Tuesday for the Consommaction vocabulary.  Please bring your booklets to class as well.  
Thank you and have a great day!
Mrs. Thain :)    
P.S Out for LA meetings Monday and Tuesday, looking forward to seeing you all on Wednesday.  

Up to Friday, April 19th

Grade 7G French test Friday: Remember your masculin, feminin et pluriel? :) Study Please.
7B Your French test will be Wednesday.
8G: Consommaction new vocabulary quiz on Tuesday. Study please.
Grade 7 Language Arts classes. Next week we are in the large lab typing up your Expository essays! Please be sure to have your topic chosen, no later than tomorrow. Read 20 minutes minimum. :)
Thank you!
Mrs. Thain 

Up to April 15th :)

Grade 8 theme: new vocabulary for Consommaction! Try the flashcard game and see how many words you can learn in 60 seconds! :)
http://quizlet.com/2347324/french-8-unit-3-consommaction-les-adjectives-vocabulaire-flash-cards/
Grade 7 French  Attention Magasineurs dépliant due on Wednesday. * Want a challenge? Try to beat 30 seconds on the Attention Magasineur quizlet scatter game for the new vocabulary words!

Grade 7 Language Arts read for 20 minutes and look for similes and metaphors! Bring one in and I owe you a candy! :) 

Have a great day!
Mrs. Thain

For Monday, April 8th

Grade 7 French: Can you beat the 30 second record? Try the "Scatter" flashcard game to help you learn the new vocabulary for our new theme.  Please bring your binders and art supplies Monday, as we will be completing the first assignment called, "un dépliant publicitaire".  ( see pages 12 to 15 for examples)

http://quizlet.com/1288055/attention-magasineurs-flash-cards/

Grade 8 French: Just finished our end of unit vocabulary test for Phénomènes canadiens so no homework for Monday.
Grade 7 Language Arts: Please read for a minimum of 20 minutes a day. Monday we will be examining metaphors, similes, symbolism and imagery.  Can you find any examples that our class might enjoy? Have you been searching for interesting words to expand your vocabulary?  I wish you a lovely weekend and please no, "catastrophes, calamities or considerable set backs"  until we meet again.  ;) How was that for alliteration and word choice? I would love to see what interesting words you can find too! Happy hunting!

Thursday, April 4th

Grade 7 Language Arts: Wondrous, word choice challenge! Continue where we left off this morning, by discovering a multitude of words to expand your vocabulary. You can use a thesaurus, play a free game of Scrabble to challenge yourself, or maybe even a game of Scattegories with a family member.  You can even join a "Word a day" website if this is acceptable with your parents/guardians. Read for 20 minutes as usual, perhaps new words will jump right off the page for you. :) All of the writing traits are important, but this week our focus is to baffle us with your brilliance, using clever and creative words!
Grade 7 French:Great class participation today! I was so impressed with how brave you were with the Smart board activity and the French magazine too! Très bien! :)
Grade 8 French: Study for your end of unit  Test on Friday, Day 5, period 4. 
Thanks and have a great day!
Mrs. Thain  :)

Up to March 26th

Grade 7 Language Arts: Persuasive letters due Tuesday, March 2th. Please see your graphic organizer for details. If you have any questions, please let me know.
Grade 8 French: projects to be completed by Friday, March 15th.
Grade 7 French: Presentations start Friday, March 15th.
Parent/teacher interviews: please email or call me if you would like to meet to discuss your child's progress. :)
Thank you and have a great day!
Mrs. Thain 

Up to March 15th

Dear Parents and Guardians:

       As your child may have told you, I was unavailable for interviews on March 7th and 8th. However, I would be more than happy to meet you with this week.  If you would prefer to contact me via email, or call that would be fine too.  I am always happy to meet with parents and I will do my very best to meet with you as soon as possible. Thank you very much.

Stacy Thain :)
Grade 7French projects due on Friday, March 15th. Students leaving early will be presenting on Thursday so you won't have to worry about homework on your March break! :) 
Grade 7 Language Arts poetry assignment due on Wednesday. Please read, The Best Day of My Life poem and complete the questions too. Thank you.  Also, please finish your Fears and Phobias Posters too!  
Grade 8 French presentations begin on Thursday! Looking forward to your Phénomènes canadiens presentations!

Up to March 1st

Grade 7LA mystery stories due tomorrow! ( Wednesday, Feb 27th)  * Double check your graphic organizer to ensure you have met all expectations.
Grade 8 French test on Thursday. 
Grade 7 B French projects due Wednesday.
Grade 7G French projects due on Thursday.
Merci! Thanks!
Mrs. Thain

Up to Friday, February 15th

Grade 7 Language Arts:  Read for 20 minutes.  If time, share your ideas for your Mystery Assignment with your family.  Remember our graphic organizer with characters, setting, clues, distractions, plot and conclusion? See if they have any positive feedback and suggestions for you. :)  We will negotiate our due date on Friday so please bring your agendas.  I am trying to avoid giving the same due date as Science, Social Studies etc. 

Grade 8 French: Le futur proche: je vais, tu vas, il va, etc... There will be a quiz so check out some youtube videos if you feel you need more practice. :)

Grade 7 French: Zone Sportive projet finale due on Monday, February 25th.  I love the enthusiasm, creativity and hard work you have displayed thus far! Très bien! Merci encore!
Madame Thain :)
  

Up to February 11th

Grade 7 LA: Book reports now due on Wednesday, February 6th to allow students a last day in class to revise and edit.  Skits will be due by Monday, February 11th. Please read each day for a minimum of 20 minutes to build fluency and well...because it is fun. :)
Grade 7 French test on Friday, February 8th. Please review your notes and handouts on the past tense.
Grade 8 French presentations begin on Thursday, February 7th. 
Have a great day!
Mrs. Thain
P.S Anyone that was interested in the "Raise Your Voice" art contest, entries must be in the mail by February 15th. 

Up to February 6th

Grade 7 Language Arts: Book reports due on Monday, February 4th.  Be sure to bring your booklets to class and enjoy some treats as we have a little book talk.  Looking forward to learning from you Monday.  * Please note that we will leave our skits/sequels until Friday, February 8th.  I feel I did not give you enough time to practice and your test took many 2 periods to complete. Enjoy the extension and looking forward to seeing what you created for an alternate ending! :)
Grade 8 French: Reminder that the Atelier de 8ième année presentations begin Wednesday, February 6th.  I am already impressed by the imagination and fun activities you have planned thus far.  Merci encore. 
Grade 7 French: Reminder to review the verb avoir and your new er verbs too.  We will be talking in the past tense and you need to know your verb avoir off by heart! :) Feel free to check out the youtube video that I mentioned to review.  He is not nearly as exciting as me right?  ;)  but it is still a good review of the rules of the language. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hz5ywK0NVFI&noredirect=1

Have a great day! 
Mrs. Thain :)

For Monday, January 28th

Grade 8 French: working on our Mosaïque workshop for grade 8 students! Materials are provided for you, however, feel free to bring in your own art supplies too, if you wish.
January 31st, grade 7 LA presentations for Killing Mr. Griffin Sequels. 
February 4th: grade 7 LA book reports due! Treats will be provided, so we can have our own little book talk party! :)
Grade 7 French test Monday on your present tense er verbs and new vocabulary words! 
Thank you and wishing you a lovely weekend.
Mrs. Thain/ Madame Thain :) 

Up to January 25th

Grade 7Language Arts: book reports due on February 4th. If you have any questions, please let me know. Students must read at least 20 minutes each day to build fluency. 
Grade 7 French quiz on Monday. Please review your 10 new verbs and study your notes on how to conjugate er verbs in the present tense.  
 

Important dates

Grade 8 French, your verb test is Friday, January 18th. Please review.
Grade 7 LA: Book reports due on Monday, February 4th.  Read each day please and answer questions provided. Please see me if you have any questions.
Grade 7 French: Finishing final presentations, study your 10 new verbs for the next next Friday.
Thank you and have a great day!
Mrs. Thain :)

For Wednesday, January 16th, 2013

Grade 7 Language Arts: Well, the week is almost up and your typed Personal Narratives are due tomorrow! :) I hope you enjoyed my examples and I look forward to receiving yours.  Please see the rubric and graphic organizer to ensure you have met all criteria. Thanks! Mrs. Thain
Grade 7 French: Day 2 of Le Grand Voyage travel projects. Excellent presentations and slide shows thus far! I wish we could actually go to all of these places! :)
Grade 8 French: Personality theme has begun. Review le verbe être as it is a key verb you must know if you wish to describe yourself and others.  Take 10 minutes each day until you can master it! :)
Thank you and have a great day! 
Mrs. Thain 
 

Assignments up to Friday,January 11th

Grade 7 LA: Personal Narrative good copies due on January 16th. Please see the rubric and graphic organizer provided.  Please type your projects. If you do not have access to a computer, you may use mine, or pop into our library in the am, lunch or after school. Please read at least 20 minutes each night.  
Grade 7 French: You will have 3 days in the computer lab/library to do research for your travel project. Use the handout provided to ensure that you have met all criteria. Presentations will begin on Tuesday, January 15th.  * Please remember to include your sources at the end of your slide-show/pamphlet or poster.
Grade 8 French:  New theme is all about Personality types.  Be sure to bring your binder to class so we can update. There are many new handouts that we will need to keep organized this term.  If you wish to plan ahead, look for a box that you can decorate when we create our own personal "Mosaïque" projects for the class.  It can be a shoe box or smaller.  Don't want you to have to carry something too big all the way to the top floor! :)
Thank you and have a great day!
Mrs. Thain 

For Friday, January 4th

Grade 7 French Verb test on Thursday, January 10th. You have a full week to master your vocabulary. See the review sheet provided.  :)  Le Grand Voyage travel projects will be our focus the next two weeks approx. Time provided in class for this project.
Grade 8 French: Finishing our final Entrepreneur en Herbe projects.

Grade 7 LA: Two handouts provided today as well as a sample of a Personal Narrative.  We also spent time brainstorming possible topics of interest. Use your rubric, sample, and graphic organizer to complete your own personal narrative. :) Due date to be negotiated tomorrow, so bring your agendas please.

Wishing you a great first day back! :)
Mrs. Thain