Homework Reminder- Social Studies 8

Social Studies 8-

For Thursday, ensure that you have finished questions 2-4, on page 93.

LA 7- Homework Reminder

Hi class!

Do not forget to have the good copy of your autobio poem finished, for Thursday!

Language Arts 7- Homework Reminder

Hi class!

Don't forget to have the rough drafts of your auto-bio poems done for tomorrow!

Mrs. Sheppard

Social Studies 8- Unity and Conformity PPT

Here is the powerpoint from Thursday, December 13th, and Tuesday, December 18th:

Unity and Conformity

This powerpoint covers:

- Qin Dynasty
- Han Dynasty
- Buddhism in China
- Sui Dynasty

I hope that you had a great weekend!

LA 7- Homework Reminder*

Hi class!

Don't forget to complete the homework I assigned, for tomorrow:

- Write 5 or 6 phrases
- Prompt: What is it like to live your life?

* Also remember to get a parent to sign your planner every day.

Social Studies 8- Early Chinese Civilization Test (Part I)

Hi guys,

Don't forget that you have a test on Tuesday, December 11.

Here is the test format:

Part I- Definitions- study your terms list!

Part II- Short Answer

Part III- Paragraph Answer- You will either need to compare the Shang and Zhou Dynasties, or two different Chinese philosophies.

** Study all of your chapter three notes (China's first two dynasties and the three philosophies).
** You can also refer to chapter three of the textbook.

Social Studies 8- Chinese Philosphy Powerpoint

Hi guys!

Here is the powerpoint from the December 6th lesson, on Chinese philosophy:
Chinese Philosophy

Language Arts 7- Test Reminder

Language Arts 7-
Don't forget that you have your Fish test this Friday, December 7. 

Here is the test outline and paragraph description:


Part I- Matching

You will need to match the name of a character with an event associated with that character. Don't forget to take a look at minor characters as well as the major ones.

Part II- Short Answer
These will be related more to our class discussion and work than to the quizzes, however reviewing the quizzes would be a great way to refresh yourself on the book's events.
*topics will include- setting, characterization, symbolism, and plot

Part III- Paragraph Response
*** I am expecting at least two paragraphs, with specific examples supporting your ideas.
Here is the writing prompt, as discussed in class:
What do you think the theme, or the big idea of the novel is?  What message do you think the author wanted to communicate to the reader? Why do you think this is the message?

Social Studies 8- Zhou Dynasty PPT

Here is the powerpoint for Tuesday, December 4th's class:
Zhou Dynasty PPT

Social Studies 8- Homework Reminder

Don't forget to complete question 3, page 82 for Tuesday!   If you need help, you can click on the link for the PPT.

Social Studies 8- Shang Dynasty PPT

Here is the PPT from the November 29th lesson, on the Shang Dynasty.

Shang Dynasty PPT

Language Arts 7- Hand-in Reminder

Don't forget to complete any missing novel journal responses.  You are to have five entries, covering the following topics:

1) Journal Response #1- How would you feel if Canada was at war, and you had to leave your home, friends, and family?
2) Journal Response #2- What does courage mean to you?  Do you think that Tiger's family is courageous.  Provide specific examples.
3) Journal Response #3- What is the most difficult conflict that you have had to face?  Was it resolved? If yes, how was it resolved. If not, why wasn't it?
4) Journal Response #4- Do you think that Tiger is a fighter?  Provide specific examples to illustrate your answer.
5) Journal Response #5- Which character to you think has changed to most over the course of the novel.  How?

Please ensure that these are handed in by Tuesday.

Drama- Homework Reminder*

Senior Drama-

Don't forget to memorize your lines for scenes I and II, by Tuesday.

Language Arts 7- Homework Reminder*

Homework for Tuesday, November 27:

1) Make sure you are finishing up Fish.  The novel needs to be read by Thursday.
2) Finish 10 Perfect Sentence Corrections.

Have a good weekend!

Social Studies 8- Test Reminder*

The High Middle Ages test is Thursday, November 22.  Remember that we will be covering the following:

Test Content
1) Chapter 2 vocabulary list
2) The feudal system (how feudalism was established in England, the feudal hierarchy, and the roles of each feudal class)
3) Medieval life
4) Religion
5) Law (different trials and courts)
6) The Crusades
7) Important people and documents

Test Breakdown
1) definitions
2) multiple choice
3) short answer
4) paragraph response

*PHSS Holiday Show- December 18th!*

I made a little (understatement) mistake with regards to our our holiday performance.  Here is the revised information:
Mark Tuesday, December 18th on your calendars! PHSS band and drama classes will be putting on a holiday performance.  Start time is 7 PM.

We hope to see all of you there!

Language Arts 7- Homework Reminder*

Don't forget to have chapter 8 of Fish read for class tomorrow!

Blogging...

I have been neglecting our blog this year; sorry everyone, I am now back to it! Check here for homework reminders, and other important information.

Drama- Skit #2 Evaluation

Don't forget to rehearse your lines!  You will be presenting on Tuesday :)

Language Arts 7- Homework Reminder

Don't forget to have your mind maps finished for Tuesday, along with any other missing homework!  Check to make sure that you are caught-up on 10 Perfect Sentences, and your bio profiles.

Drama 10/11- Course Outline 2012-2013

Drama 10/11- Course Outline

Welcome to Drama!  I am looking forward to a great semester with you fine students!

Basic Info

Class block: G (Tuesdays, Thursdays, 1/2 Fridays)

Ms. Sheppard’s email: dsheppard@sd46.bc.ca

Class blog: http://msdsheppardblog.blogspot.ca/

Policies and Procedures

Students are expected to participate actively in all drama exercises and games.  In theatre games, you will be practicing performance, as well as learning more about yourself and your peers.

General Rules:

1.      BE SUPPORTIVE! Be supportive of other members of the group.  Drama is         collaborative.

2.      BE RESPECTFUL! Respectful behavior is mandatory in this class.  All members will show respect for each other at all times, this includes sarcasm, whispering, laughter etc.

3.      BE THERE AND ON TIME! IF you are late... you will have to sing for the class! Absences will be deal with according to the school attendance expectations.

4.      BE PREPARED! Students will come to class with a pen/pencil and notebook. Outside preparation is extremely important & a key expectation.

5.      MEETING DEADLINES. This includes completing preparation of written assignments and work with a script or the process of selecting material.  

6.  No food in class; water bottles are OK.

Evaluation

Ongoing Assessment- 80%

Performance- 20%

Ongoing assessment Includes:

1)    a daily evaluation- attitude, effort, & product

2)    small-scale in-class performances

3)    assignments

Performance Includes:

1)    Christmas performance

2)    Monologue performance

Performance Rubric- BC Ministry of Education

PERFORMANCE	RATING
• use body imaginatively and effectively
• use vocal techniques that enhance the dramatic work
• select forms that represent their ideas and illuminate the theme
• present a clearly articulated theme
• suspend disbelief
• use a central image to unify the project
• integrate focus, tension, contrast, form, and balance in the work

Key:

4- Outstanding- Goes beyond expectations and incorporates unique and creative qualities; presents an original work.

3- Good- Fully meets the criteria, and the dramatic work is effective and shows originality.

2- Satisfactory- Meets most of the important criteria; dramatic work communicates meaning.

1- Unsatisfactory- Not yet ready to evaluate; needs assistance, support, and intervention in order to be successful.

Senior Foods- Course Outline 2012-2013

Senior Foods- Course Outline

Welcome back, and, welcome to Senior Foods!! In our class, I have posted calendars with our schedule for each unit.  

Basic Info

Class block: H (1st semester) 

My email: dsheppard@sd46.bc.ca

Class blog: http://msdsheppardblog.blogspot.ca/

The course will be broken down into five units, which will be planned tentatively around the following dates:

1) Breakfast- September 4- October 26

2) Lunch- October 30- December 21

3) Dinner/Ethnic Foods Unit- January 7- March 15

4) Dessert- March 26- May 31

5) Iron Chef/ Cooking Show- June 4- June 14

Each unit will entail:

1) labs

2) demos

3) 1 major assignment

4) a quiz following each unit assignment

5) 2-3 choice days- On choice days, you do not need to choose a recipe from the current unit. 

Prescribed Learning Outcomes

Over our five units, we will be covering the following BC Ministry of Education prescribed learning outcomes:

It is expected that at the end of this course students will be able to:

- Identify sources of food-borne illnesses

- Apply appropriate precautionary measures and emergency response associated with food preparation

- Demonstrate the ability to accurately evaluate and follow a recipe

 using appropriate equipment and measuring techniques

- Evaluate new technologies available for food preparation

- Devise plans and implement effective strategies for task sequencing and time management in co-operation with partners and groups

- Adapt ingredients and methods to create original recipes

- Select recipes and apply cooking principles to prepare healthy dishes and multi-course meals, incorporating presentation and budgetary considerations

- Choose and demonstrate appropriate cooking methods for particular products

- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of energy balance

- Apply principles from CFG and other reliable sources to analyze menus and make recommendations for particular dietary needs

- Analyze individual eating practices as they relate to physical and mental well-being, food fads, and food myths

- Analyze implications of healthy and unhealthy eating behavior, including following food fads, disordered eating and use of supplements

- Modify and tests ways to improve the nutritional value of recipes

- Critique the use of food additives and enrichments, use of pesticides, and nutrition and health statements about foods

- Analyze comparative costs of convenience, restaurant, and self-prepared foods

- Analyze global and environmental health issues related to the production and consumption of food

- Demonstrate an understanding of formal table etiquette

- Analyze career opportunities and prerequisites related to food production, service, and marketing

Topics of Study

Food Safety

Emergency response

Nutrition

Budgetary concerns

Nutrient functions

Cooking methods

Etiquette

Meal planning

Simple meals

Food related careers

Learning Resources

Class cookbook

Printed handouts

Demonstrations

Textbook – Food For Life

Videos

Internet / Library Materials

Study Skills

Research skills

Note taking

Review

Group co-operation

Presentation skills

Class Expectations

• Regular attendance, arrive at class on time. Ready to work with required supplies

• Missed classes will be counted as a zero, but may be made up during the term

• Kitchens are left immaculate at the end of each lab; if your kitchen is not left in pristine condition, I will come find you, and you will be given extra cleaning duties!

• You must supply your own apron, and wear it during all labs.

• Long hair must be tied back during labs.

The Cask of Amontillado- Point form response

Here is your homework for the weekend on Edgar Allen Poe's The Cask of Amontillado:

Respond to the following in point form:

{Part A}
1. Montressor's character traits
2. Fortunato's character traits

{Part B}

1. Describe the setting.
2. How does the setting contribute to the story?

{Part C}
1. What POV is the story told from?
2. How does this affect the story?

{Part D}

1. Name one symbol.
2. Explain what it symbolizes.