Math Chapter 2 - Anchor Charts

This week we will be having our Chapter 2 math test. Please review your notes and study for the upcoming test.
Here are some class anchor charts created to assist you while studying.

Language - Unit 1 Culminating Essay - What Makes a Hero?

In Language, we were focusing on the topic of what makes a hero. After reading several non-fictional articles and stories, the students perceptions and definitions of what a hero shifted. They then watched a short film by Ray Bradbury. It could be debated whether or not the main character in this film is a hero. The students had to write a 5 paragraph, formal essay regarding this topic. The essays had to contain a clear thesis, engaging topic sentences, succinct concluding sentences and relevant proof throughout. Here are 2 top examples:

 

 

Student #1's formal essay

 





Student #1's formal essay continued













Student #2's formal essay

Student #2's formal essay continued

Virtue of the Month - Gratitude

This month we have been focusing on the virtue of the month, gratitude. In Psalm 118:24, we are reminded that "This is the day, the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad". The students had an opportunity to listen to a few Church hymns with gratitude being the central theme. Afterwards, the students reflected upon those elements in their lives in which they are thankful for.

Parent Night Series 1: Paul Davis - Internet Safety

A big thank you to all those parents who came to Curriculum Night on Thursday October 2nd, 2014. This year St. John the Evangelist will have a variety of Parent Night Series. The first series will focus on Internet Safety and will be presented by Paul Davis. See details below and if interested please contact me or the school.

Date: Thursday November 20, 2014
Place: St. John the Evangelist Gymnasium
Time: 6:30 p.m. (light dinner); 7:00 p.m. (presentation)
Topics to be Discussed: Cyberbullying, Facebook Safety, iPhones & Blackberry use, Legal Matters, other emerging trends.

The evening will also include i) complimentary dinner
                                                ii) door prizes
                                                iii) child care

Graffiti Art Project

This month in Visual Arts, we focused on one of the elements of art - lines, and one of the principles of design - unity. The students applied these concepts to a debatable topic in today's - should graffiti be considered art or vandalism? Each student had to be selective in their word choice and then create a "Graffiti" inspired piece of work.