A major hint for a future science project, and reminder of what we've got going on in class!

Well, it's a busy time, isn't it? Tomorrow, students will be performing their versions of fables read in class, and I'm very excited to see them meet and exceed the criteria we set in class a couple of weeks ago, including having their lines all memorized, speaking with animation and confidence, and of course, using props/costumes in the telling of their story. Should be fun! Also tomorrow, the Vic High R&B band will be performing for our school - always a fantastic show. Friday, we'll be heading to Crystal Pool to swim in the afternoon.

Our goal for the next couple of weeks is to wrap up our studies on prehistoric humans, as well as our study of rocks and minerals. At my Action Research meeting this morning, I planned some fun activities to meet this goal, and it looks like Mme Balabuch might even get to co-teach with me for one of our mini-projects! It will require focus and hard work in class to get us to the point of being able to do the project, so please take the time to do active and energetic activities in your free time and in gym so that you can concentrate in class!

Parents - please note that Term 1 self reflections will be completed in class before winter break. These reflections will include student-driven goal setting based on how they felt first term went, as well as an in-progress grade from me, communicated via an in-class discussion with each student. This is not a report card, but merely a check-in, so students know where they stand, and can focus on areas for improvement, and continued success for term 2.

After my meeting this morning, I watched a very cool "Ted Talk" about science and dance, and I think I've come across an awesome science project idea for the second term. Below is the winning entry for the 2011 "Dance your PhD" contest, where contestants had to explain the scientific concept they're studying for their PhD in dance, with minimal text. Hilarious - and very clearly stated!


Microstructure-Property relationships in Ti2448 components produced by Selective Laser Melting: A Love Story from Joel Miller on Vimeo.




On a completely different note, I've had a couple of kids and parents ask about my upcoming concerts, so FYI: I have 2 choral concerts this weekend on Friday and Saturday nights, 2 concerts with the Victoria Symphony singing the Messiah in mid-December, and a lovely family show of "A Child's Christmas in Wales" on December 24th. If you're interested, please check out www.voxhumanachoir.ca.

Have a lovely evening,
Mme O