Monday, Feb. 24

1.  I am glad everyone enjoyed the Carnival.  Thanks to PAC for allowing this to happen with all their extra work and time!

2.  Character Descriptions- 50 marks.  Most kids have handed in and need to get their evaluation signed and returned. Unfortunately there are some kids who are falling behind or losing their projects.  Reports cards are being written right now so I have been encouraging students to get their projects in!

3.  Multiplication quiz signd and returned by Tuesday.

4.  Holes group projects- due Tuesday so students can practice for presentations Thursday and Friday.
5.  Holes movie- Friday- students can bring popcorn or a snack if they like while we watch the movie and compare the novel to it.

6.  Creative Writing short stories- First drafts have been written. I am conferencing with all students so they can begin their final drafts and prepare for the illustrations.  Despite many reminders, many students did not heed the criteria expected, especially for the endings.  When I told them it was not as easy to attain "A" and "B" marks in second term (because there is less review, more new skills), they are starting to now understand what I mean.