November 4, 2011
Dear parents,
Just a note to keep you up to date with what is going on in grade 7…
Academic stuff:
Math: We have started unit 3: Fractions, Decimals, and Percents. Our test on the unit should fall in early December. Additional review materials can be found at: www.pearsoned.ca/mathmakessense/student (there is a link on this page) or on CD-ROM available for loan from the school.
Our next unit is “Circles and Area”.
Language Arts:
We are currently working on a unit called “Sending a Message”. We are taking a look at a variety of ways that we use different media in order to communicate. Students are currently creating “zines” about an area of personal interest.
Social Studies:
We are wrapping up the “Location” unit and will soon begin the “Resources” unit. Students will be working on projects that use diverse resources to meet their wants and needs in survival-type situations.
Health:
We have completed the “decision making” unit and have started the “Assertiveness Skills” unit. Students will be learning about positive, respectful conflict resolution through role play and class discussion.
Religion:
Unit 3 “We believe in God the Father Almighty” is our current unit. We are exploring the themes
- Who loves me?
- It’s a “free country.”
- Who’s in control?
Other news:
- Our first field trip is Monday, as we travel to TCU Place to participate in the "Mining for Society" presentation.
- We will be going to a “Drug Awareness and Healthy Lifestyle” presentation Wednesday, November 16th at Prairieland Park
- Our class is currently responsible for Morning Prayer. Advance preparation is encouraged.
- Report cards and portfolios go home November 21st. See you at three-way conferences later that week.
Thanks,
D. Gallays
659-8451
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