Good afternoon,

Students had a great day, we had our annual standards day and each of our students worked hard at a number of events. Students were given a participation award and a number of our grade eights won ribbons for individual accomplishments.

No homework tonight other than some math if they didn't finish last night's homework.

Have a great night!

Good evening all,

Just a quick note tonight.  Students have math, chapter 5.3 questions 1-8 for homework.  Likewise, I've asked students to do some research on retired general Romeo Dallaire of the Canadian Army, and more specifically commander in chief during the United Nations campaign in Somalia.  Focus on the 5 w's with significant focus on his peace keeping in Somalia.  We are beginning a unit on tolerance and understanding with respect to societal conflict etc.  Also, just a note that we are still experiencing a significant lack of effort in our secondary subjects like Science.  A number of students are not bothering to even take notes during lectures!  I find them doodling in books, not even bothering to be involved in the discussions!  We are still in May and school doesn't end until the end of June. I encourage every parent to speak to your child, find out what they are doing in class, ask how they are taking ownership!  

Just a reminder that tomorrow is East Gary's track and field day and Friday is our talent show.

Have a great night!