Thursday, December 17, 2015

December 17, 2015

We made it! Thank you to each and every one of my students for a great 2015! Now to celebrate at activity day tomorrow!

Safe and happy holidays to all!

Monday, December 14, 2015

December 14, 2015

Four more days until our holiday break! We can do it! 

Social Studies 9 B/D: Three more days until your Ch.3 exam! Join google classroom to access the powerpoint! The code is gb1wth 


Friday, December 4, 2015

Dec. 4, 2015

SWAT has created a "5 days of Christmas" campaign to give back to the community.  They are asking for donations each day next week that will be given to the Food Bank.  There is a large demand for items at Christmas but also throughout the year! We are asking for the following:

Monday,  December 7th:  ‘Mouthful Monday’
(Includes: Christmas treats, all other non-perishable food items)
Tuesday,  December 8th:  ‘Toys on Tuesday’
(Includes: Toys, games, puzzles, stuffed animals, play dough, crafts, books, school supplies, etc)
Wednesday,  December 9th:  ‘ Welcome Wee Ones Wednesday’
(Includes: Diapers, sleepers, baby food, formula, other baby related items)
Thursday,  December 10th:  ‘Threads on Thursday’
(Includes: Pajamas, hats, scarves, , mitts, slippers, sweaters, new clothing, etc)
Friday,  December 11th:  ‘Feel Fresh Friday’

(Includes: Toothbrushes, toothpaste, body wash, shampoo, deodorant, razors, hair-brushes, makeup, hair bows, laundry detergent, bath soaps, etc).


Thursday, November 26, 2015

November 26, 2015

Thank you ELJHS students for your contributions to Movember! 

Social Studies 9B/D have their chapter 2 exam on their first day back from their long weekend, study hard and please email me with any questions/concerns that you may come across while studying!
Check out google classroom for some helpful videos! Your class code is gb1wth


Friday, November 20, 2015

November 20, 2015

Social Studies 9B your documentary project is due on Monday! Fine tune your video so it is ready to go in class!

Social Studies 9D you have one class left to work on this project! Do some work over the weekend so you are ready to go for Tuesday!

Both 9 B&D will write their chapter exam on Monday, November 30.

We have been having SO much fun with our dance unit in Phys Ed!

Thursday, November 19, 2015

Thursday, November 19

Social Studies 9 B&D have been working hard at completing their chapter 2 project! I look forward to seeing your documentaries on Monday (9B) and Tuesday (9D)!

Phys Ed 9 AB and CD began their dance unit today! We had a lot of fun learning the patty cake polka and O' Johnny O!


Thursday, November 5, 2015

November 5, 2015

Remember to wear your Panther gear tomorrow! Come cheer myself and the rest of the teachers on as we "school" the SR. volleyball teams!

Monday, November 2, 2015

November 2, 2015

I hope everyone had an awesome Halloween! 

SS 9 B/D: Please check powerschool for your Chapter 1 exam mark.  If you would like the opportunity to raise that mark you may complete the alternate assignment, a 700 word essay.  Email or come see me if you would like any further guidance on this task.

Friday November 6 is Panther Pride Day! Wear your best Panther Wear/school colors and enjoy the teachers vs. students volleyball game at lunch!

Thursday, October 22, 2015

Oct 22, 2015

Jersey Day for Lindsay Demone was a great success! 

Social Studies 9 B/D started to learn about lobbyists and lobby groups and the impact they have on the government.  Your Chapter 1 exam will be Wednesday, Oct. 28! 

Monday, October 19, 2015

October 19, 2015

Election Day! Hope all you eligible voters made it out today or in the advanced polls! We are anxiously awaiting the results.

Both Social Studies classes discussed the process of passing a law in the House of Commons.

Friday, October 9, 2015

October 9, 2015

What a wonderful Friday!

Phys Ed classes had a friendly Friday, joining with Mr. Melnyk's classes to play some cooperative volleyball games.  The AB's also completed the beep test, nice work ladies!

Social Studies 9 B AND D, ensure your political platform is completed for Wednesday! We will begin presentations and complete the vote next week! Student Vote is also next week on October 15!

Have a wonderful long weekend, I am thankful for each and everyone of my students and the many joys and laughs they bring me! What are you thankful for?


Tuesday, October 6, 2015

October 6, 2015

SS 9 B/D continued to work in their political parties today.  Remember that tomorrow we have a guest speaker in room 4 in your first social period of the day.   


Monday, October 5, 2015

October 5, 2015

Social Studies 9 B/D both completed a survey on student issues.  Students were then placed into three different groups based on their results.  These groups are "political parties".  The students will work in their parties for the rest of the week to come up with a platform.

Phys Ed 9 began their volleyball unit today.  We worked on forehand passing.

SWAT PM practiced some communication skills and then continued to work around the school.



HAPPY WORLD TEACHERS DAY! These wonderful students helped to celebrate the day today!  





Wednesday, September 30, 2015

September 30, 2015

SWAT AM discussed effective communication strategies.

SS 9 B discussed budgeting, if you have not handed in your brochure you need to share it with me tonight in order to avoid a "late" status.

SS 9 D discussed why voting is central to democracy and why the youth voter turnout is so low!

PE 9 AB learned some football plays

PE 9 EF ran the 12 minute run, marks will be uploaded later today!

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

September 29, 2015

Social Studies 9 B&D discussed some very interesting current events today!  They then continued to work on their federal election brochure, WHICH IS DUE TOMORROW! Please hand it in with your rubric.  If you would prefer to share it please send it to karley.shewchuk@gshare.blackgold.ca

Health 8F began their "Heroes" program today, we are all very excited to have Paul in our class for the next few weeks.

PE 9 AB and EF learned some football routes today.  We will be going outside for the rest of the week so please dress appropriately!

Monday, September 28, 2015

September 28, 2015

SS 9 B&D continued to work on their elections brochures.  They will have one more class to work on it and it will be due on Wednesday, September 30.

All grade 9 girls Phys Ed classes began their football unit.  We practiced catching and throwing and then played a game of jackpot! Remember we will be outside for the rest of the week, dress accordingly!

Monday, September 21, 2015

September 21, 2015

SS 9 B,D had their currents events day today.  Some topics that were discussed were the federal election, the tragic news about Hayley Dunbar-Blanchette, the start of rugby world cup, and the ongoing crisis in Syria. Your "Weekly News" worksheet is due next day 6, September 29.

Your code to join google classroom is: gb1wth

PE 9 CD played "speedball" or "indoor boccer" which is a game that combines elements of soccer and basketball.

PE EF braved the brisk wind and went outside to play a version of capture the flag

Sunday, September 20, 2015

Current Events

Social Studies 9 B & D, 

Remember tomorrow is our current events day! Come in with an interesting story to share and your weekly news completed!

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

September 15, 2015

Hello! For a rainy day it sure was vibrant inside the walls of ELJHS!

Both social studies 9 B and D wrote a short quiz about the three branches of the federal government system.  This was a FORMATIVE assessment, meaning it did not count toward your grade.  This was a way for you and I both to know how well you are understanding the material! Well done everyone.

Due to the unfortunate weather, PE 9 CD was unable to head to Fred John's Park to do a practice run of the Conroy Classic which is on Thursday.  The students were still able to train by completing the 12 minute run.  The run will be marked out of 34, so if you did 34 laps you will receive 100%! This was very well done, ladies!

PE 9 AB and EF played "no rules volleyball", a fun version of the sport that encourages fun and cooperation.

Monday, September 14, 2015

September 14, 2015

Social Studies 9B discussed some issues with our first past the post voting system.  They also began to research how many representatives from each province sit in the House of Commons.  Reminder that we have a short quiz on the three branches of the federal government tomorrow! (You too 9D!!)

Phys Ed 9 AB boys and girls walked to Fred John's Park today and ran the 2 kilometer path that they will be running on Thursday for the Conroy Classic. Mr. Melnyk and I were impressed once again by the effort put forth by both classes!

The PM SWAT team put the finishing touches on most of our bulletin boards.  They also reminded classes about TOONIES FOR TERRY! The homeroom that raises the most money will win a pizza party from SWAT!

Happy Monday!



Friday, September 11, 2015

September 11, 2015

Welcome to another Friendly Friday!

To kick things off today the grade 9 girls phys ed AB played an awesome game of capture the football (similar to capture the flag) with the boys class.  Great effort today, girls!

The girls from phys ed 9 EF did a practice conroy classic run over at Fred John's Park.  I was extremely impressed with the effort all of the girls put into the run.  Let's beat those times on Thursday when we run the Conroy for real!

SWAT AM continued to work on bulletin boards, they are finally starting to come together! They also helped get odd jobs done for the Conroy Classic.  Remember to start thinking of spirit days!

Social Studies B, here are your instructions to join text remind! If you do not have a phone you can ask your parents to join as well.  Parents, this is an app that allows me to send text message reminders from the computer rather than using my personal phone number.  If you are interested in joining here are the instructions:



Social Studies 9 D, here is your code and message to send:




I hope everyone has an amazing weekend! Can't wait to see you all on Monday.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

September 10, 2015

Grade 9 B and D had a short class discussion about current events.  We discussed the ongoing federal election: who is projected to win? who is running in our constituency (Edmonton-Wetaskiwin)? Who has been visiting Edmonton and what promises have they been making? Your "Weekly News" work book is due next day 6, September 21.  Remember that current events make up 10% of your final grade! This includes the weekly news as well as your participation in class discussions!

9D your introduction web is due tomorrow at the beginning of class! 

I finally got to meet 8F for Health today! We discussed what they have to expect in health for the year.  They also provided anonymous suggestions for topics they might be interested discussing in health.  Some popular choices were careers, nutrition, and self-confidence.  These will absolutely be included in our course! Looking forward to seeing you again tomorrow!

Phys Ed CD and EF ran "the block" (the perimeter of the school grounds) and then honed in on their soccer skills!

EF we will be heading to Fred John's Park tomorrow during our double block for a practice at the Conroy Classic cross country run! 

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

September 9, 2015

Remember tomorrow (September 10) is picture day! 

Both Social Studies 9B & 9D discussed the 2015 federal elections today.  9D your introduction web is due on Friday!  Both classes will be starting current events tomorrow, bring an interesting event that we can discuss!

The grade 9 girls sharpened their soccer skills today!

SWAT AM continued to work hard on completing bulletin boards as well as distributing "Toonies for Terry" donation cans.



Tuesday, September 8, 2015

September 8, 2015

The Social Studies 9D's attempted to remember their geography from the 5th grade and label each of the provinces and capitals.  It's amazing the things we forget! We then did a quick intro to the course and went over some keywords: government, govern, governance, and issue. We will finish with the introduction and keywords tomorrow.

Social Studies 9B worked on an introductory web. These are due tomorrow! Remember to get full marks you must include ALL keywords and define at least 5!

The phys ed AB girls went outside today for a quick run and then started some soccer skills! We will start mini games tomorrow.

Phys ed CDEF girls had their fitness center orientation and got a few minutes of working out in to boot! Remember that we will be in the fitness center EVERY day 4!

Thursday, September 3, 2015

September 3, 2015

Things are back in full swing today! I'm excited to be back at it!

The Social Studies 9B's had a good laugh at American's attempting to label Canadian provinces.











Ha!








The 9's then tried their hand at it, the result was very impressive!




The grade 9 girls phys ed classes were assigned their gym lockers.  The girls now need to be changed for every class! We will begin our cross country unit next week.


The Student Wellness Action Team (SWAT) met for the first time today.  We have already begun to chip away at our list of things to do for September! The students have started getting things ready for the Conroy Classic which will take place on September 17th.  They also started to decorate bulletin boards around the school.

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Welcome back to school!

Today the students spent the morning in their homerooms.

The Social Studies 9B's did introductions to the class including rules, expectations and grading.  The students got to know each other doing the "skittles" ice breaker.

The Phys Ed girls in 9 EF picked their lockers and then played some cooperative games.