Thursday 22 December 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students handed in the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 . Reviewed pages 97-98. 

Social Studies 9E -  NO CLASS TODAY.  Students handed in the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 . Reviewed pages 97-98.  Took notes about rights and responsibilities.  Students completed the worksheet identifying responsibilities and rights (reviewed in class).

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed page 99.  Began to look at historic human rights events in Canada.  For homework, students are to read pages 100 - 103 and using the 5W's summarize the events using the interactive bookmark.

Wednesday 21 December 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY. Watched a video about the Magna Carta. Examined the difference between rights vs. freedoms. Took notes from pages 96.  For homework, students are to complete the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 (Due Thursday, Dec. 21)

Social Studies 9E -  Students handed in the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 . Reviewed pages 97-98.  Took notes about rights and responsibilities.  Students completed the worksheet identifying responsibilities and rights (reviewed in class).

Social Studies 9G - Students handed in the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 . Reviewed pages 97-98.  Took notes about rights and responsibilities.  Students completed the worksheet identifying responsibilities and rights (reviewed in class).

Tuesday 20 December 2016

Social Studies 9B - Watched a video about the Magna Carta. Examined the difference between rights vs. freedoms. Took notes from pages 96.  For homework, students are to complete the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 (Due Thursday, Dec. 21) 

Social Studies 9E -  Finished notes about ideas in the charter.  Took notes from pages 97-98 about individual rights in the charter.  For homework, students are to complete the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 (Due Wednesday, Dec. 21) 

Social Studies 9G - NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed pages 88-89, 92-95.  Students took notes on page 96.  For homework, students are to complete the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 (Due Wednesday, Dec. 21) 

Monday 19 December 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed the third column of the video recap sheet identifying their top ten rights in order of importance; Looked at the beginning of human rights globally; watched a video about the Magna Carta.

Social Studies 9E -  Students took notes on page 96.  For homework, students are to complete the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 (Due Wednesday, Dec. 21) 

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed pages 88-89, 92-95.  Students took notes on page 96.  For homework, students are to complete the illustrated summary using the ideas on p. 96 (Due Wednesday, Dec. 21) 

Friday 16 December 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students wrote the Ch. 2 exam today.  Watched a video about disappearing rights. Completed the three columns of the video recap sheet.  For homework, students are to complete the third column of the video recap sheet identifying their top ten rights in order of importance, and read pages 88-89, 92-95.

Social Studies 9E - Students wrote the Ch. 2 exam today. Finished the video about the Magna Carta. Finished looking at the evolution of rights globally. Students took notes on the difference between rights and freedoms. Students took notes from the charter presentation about ideas within the charter.  For homework, students are to read pages 88-89., 92-95.

Social Studies 9G - Students wrote the Ch. 2 exam today. For homework, students are to read pages 88-89, 92-95. 

Thursday 15 December 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students completed a "walk-in assignment" regarding the case of the Microwave Cat. *****Chapter 2 exam tomorrow******

Social Studies 9E - Watched a video about disappearing rights. Completed the three columns of the video recap sheet. Began to discuss where rights come from. Watched a video about the Magna Carta. *****Chapter 2 exam tomorrow******

 Social Studies 9G - Completed the powerpoint about where rights came from. Students took notes from the charter presentation about ideas within the charter.  For homework, students are to read pages 88-89.  *****Chapter 2 exam tomorrow******

***All students should prepare for the Ch. 2 Exam on Friday, December 16th.*********

Wednesday 14 December 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed the summary sheet on Jury duty and advocacy groups (p. 82-85). 

Social Studies 9E - NO CLASS TODAY. Students completed a "walk-in assignment" regarding the case of the Microwave Cat.

Social Studies 9G - Completed the third column of our video recap sheet from the previous day.  Began to discuss where rights come from. Watched a video about the Magna Carta.


***All students should prepare for the Ch. 2 Exam on Friday, December 16th.*********

Tuesday 13 December 2016

Social Studies 9B -  NO CLASS TODAY. Students handed in the worksheet: "Examining an Editorial Cartoon".  Reviewed   pages 78-83 about serving on a Jury. Students took notes on Advocacy groups.  For homework, student are to complete the summary sheet on Jury duty and advocacy groups (p. 82-85).  Handed out study notes to students.

Social Studies 9E - Students completed a "walk-in assignment" regarding the case of the Microwave Cat.

Social Studies 9G - Students completed a "walk-in assignment" regarding the case of the Microwave Cat and watched a video about what if rights disappeared?


***All students should prepare for the Ch. 2 Exam on Friday, December 16th.*********

Monday 12 December 2016

Social Studies 9B -  Students handed in the worksheet: "Examining an Editorial Cartoon".  Reviewed   pages 78-83 about serving on a Jury. Students took notes on Advocacy groups.  For homework, student are to complete the summary sheet on Jury duty and advocacy groups (p. 82-85).  Handed out study notes to students.

Social Studies 9E - Reviewed the worksheet containing the questions about advocacy groups. Handed out study notes to students.

Social Studies 9G - NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed the questions about advocacy groups, and students took summary notes.  Summary notes were given to the students.

***All students should prepare for the Ch. 2 Exam on Friday, December 16th.*********

Friday 9 December 2016

Social Studies 9B -  Reviewed the four cartoons, and the answers to the questions on the summary sheet.  For homework,  (formation feedback), students are to analyze the cartoon on the worksheet: "Examining an Editorial Cartoon". (this must be handed in next class.)   Students should also read pages 78-83 about serving on a Jury.

Social Studies 9E - Reviewed the jury worksheet. For homework, students are to read pages 82-85 and complete section "II" Advocacy groups.

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the questions about advocacy groups, and students took summary notes.  Summary notes were given to the students.

***All students should prepare for the Ch. 2 Exam on Friday, December 16th.*********

Thursday 8 December 2016

Social Studies 9B -  Reviewed the articles on pages 72-73, and the answers to the questions on the summary sheet. Went over the worksheet about "Myths" Reviewed p. 74 How to analyze a political cartoon.  Worked through several examples.  For homework, students are to analyze the four cartoons, and summarize using the summary sheet.  Also, for formation feedback, students are to analyze the cartoon on the worksheet: "Examining an Editorial Cartoon". (this must be handed in next class.)

Social Studies 9E - Reviewed the four cartoons, and students handed in for formation feedback, the worksheet: "Examining an Editorial Cartoon".  Began to discuss how citizens are active in the judicial process, and how citizens serve on a jury. Students should read pages 78-83, and do the accompanying questions on the front page of the handout.

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the jury worksheet. For homework, students are to read pages 82-85 and complete section "II" Advocacy groups.

***All students should prepare for the Ch. 2 Exam on Friday, December 16th.*********

Wednesday 7 December 2016

Social Studies 9B -  Reviewed the graph on p. 71.  For homework, students are to to read the articles on pages 72-73, and answer the questions on the summary sheet. Students should also read the worksheet: "Myths About Youth Crime in Canada.", and answer questions 1-5.

Social Studies 9E - Reviewed the articles on pages 72-73, and the answers to the questions on the summary sheet. Reviewed p. 74 How to analyze a political cartoon.  Worked through several examples.  For homework, students are to analyze the four cartoons, and summarize using the summary sheet.  Also, for formation feedback, students are to analyze the cartoon on the worksheet: "Examining an Editorial Cartoon". (this must be handed in next class.)

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the four cartoons, and students handed in for formation feedback, the worksheet: "Examining an Editorial Cartoon".  Began to discuss how citizens are active in the judicial process, and how citizens serve on a jury. Students should read pages 78-83, and do the accompanying questions on the front page of the handout.

Tuesday 6 December 2016

Social Studies 9B -  NO CLASS (again) TODAY due to hour of code.  Reviewed the handout sheet: "What are the objectives of the YCJA?" (using p. 70). Examined the case of the Microwave Cat.

Social Studies 9E - NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed the worksheet "Myths About Youth Crime in Canada."  For homework, students are to read the articles on pages 72-73, and answer the questions on the summary sheet.

Social Studies 9G -  Finished the worksheet: "Myths About Youth Crime in Canada.". Began to analyze cartoons using the guidelines on page 74.  For homework, students are to analyze  the four cartoons, and summarize using the summary sheet.  Also, for formation feedback, students are to analyze the cartoon on the worksheet: "Examining an Editorial Cartoon". (this must be handed in next class.)

Monday 5 December 2016

Social Studies 9B -  NO CLASS TODAY.  Reviewed the handout sheet: "What are the objectives of the YCJA?" (using p. 70). Examined the case of the Microwave Cat.

Social Studies 9E - Reviewed the worksheet "Myths About Youth Crime in Canada."  For homework, students are to read the articles on pages 72-73, and answer the questions on the summary sheet.

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the newspaper articles on pages 72-73 and the questions on the summary sheet. Students read the worksheet: "Myths About Youth Crime in Canada.", and answered the questions.  We will finish the review of the questions next class.

Thursday 1 December 2016

Social Studies 9B -  Reviewed the handout sheet: "What are the objectives of the YCJA?" (using p. 70). Examined the case of the Microwave Cat.

Social Studies 9E - Reviewed the chart on p. 71.  For homework, students are to answer the questions accompanying the worksheet "Myths About Youth Crime in Canada." (due next class).

Social Studies 9G - NO CLASS TODAY. For homework, students are to read the newspaper articles on pages 72-73 and answer the questions on the summary sheet.

Wednesday 30 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students wrote the quiz today.  Reviewed page 69; Will review the handout sheet: "What are the objectives of the YCJA?" (using p. 70) next class.

Social Studies 9E - Students wrote the quiz today. Review page 69 and the handout sheet: "What are the objectives of the YCJA?" (using p. 70)

Social Studies 9G - Finished the case of the Microwave cat.

Tuesday 29 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Finished notes on the flowchart (p. 66-67) and P. 68 (What factors determine the consequences young offenders face?). Watched a video about the YCJA.  For Homework, students should read p. 69; and complete the handout sheet: "What are the objectives of the YCJA?" (using p. 70)

 Social Studies 9E - Completed the activity: "Try judging" today.  (The cat case).

Social Studies 9G - Began the group activity: "Try judging".  Will finish in tomorrow's class.

***** Student should prepare for a quiz on Wednesday, November 30 about pages 66-68 " What consequences do young people face when they break the law?"********

Monday 28 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students continued notes on the consequences young people face when they break the law. (p. 66-67).  Students should review  the flowchart (p. 66-67) and P. 68 (What factors determine the consequences young offenders face?)

 Social Studies 9E - Finished notes on the flowchart (p. 66-67) and P. 68 (What factors determine the consequences young offenders face?). Watched a video about the YCJA.  For Homework, students should read p. 69; and complete the handout sheet: "What are the objectives of the YCJA?" (using p. 70)

Social Studies 9G - Watched a video about the YCJA.  Reviewed the reading on p. 69; and the handout sheet: "What are the objectives of the YCJA?" (using p. 70).


***** Student should prepare for a quiz on Wednesday, November 30 about pages 66-68 " What consequences do young people face when they break the law?"********

Friday 25 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students continued notes on the consequences young people face when they break the law. (p. 66-67).  Students should review  the flowchart (p. 66-67) and P. 68 (What factors determine the consequences young offenders face?)

 Social Studies 9E - NO CLASS TODAY. Students continued notes on the consequences young people face when they break the law. (p. 66-67).  Students should review  the flowchart (p. 66-67) and P. 68 (What factors determine the consequences young offenders face?)

Social Studies 9G - Finished notes on the flowchart (p. 66-67) and P. 68 (What factors determine the consequences young offenders face?.  For Homework, students should read p. 69; and complete the handout sheet: "What are the objectives of the YCJA?" (using p. 70)

***** Student should prepare for a quiz on Wednesday, November 30 about pages 66-68 " What consequences do young people face when they break the law?"********

Thursday 24 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY. Finished notes on symbols of justice (p. 65). Students read the cartoon on pages: 61-63.  Students began to notes on the consequences young people face when they break the law. (p. 66-67).

Social Studies 9E - Students continued notes on the consequences young people face when they break the law. (p. 66-67).  Students should review  the flowchart (p. 66-67) and P. 68 (What factors determine the consequences young offenders face?)

Social Studies 9G - Students took notes on the consequences young people face when they break the law. (p. 66-67).  Students should review  the flowchart (p. 66-67) and P. 68 (What factors determine the consequences young offenders face?)

Wednesday 23 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Finished notes on symbols of justice (p. 65). Students read the cartoon on pages: 61-63.  Students began to notes on the consequences young people face when they break the law. (p. 66-67).

Social Studies 9E - Students continued notes on the consequences young people face when they break the law. (p. 66-67).

Social Studies 9G - NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed the venn diagram comparing the CCC and the YCJA.  Students took notes on symbols of justice (p. 65)

Tuesday 22 November 2016

Social Studies 9B -  Reviewed the venn diagram comparing the CCC and the YCJA.  Students took notes on symbols of justice (p. 65)

Social Studies 9E - Students read the cartoon on pages: 61-63.  Students began to notes on the consequences young people face when they break the law. (p. 66-67).

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the venn diagram comparing the CCC and the YCJA.  Students took notes on symbols of justice (p. 65)

Monday 21 November 2016

Social Studies 9B -  Students made working definition notes.  Reviewed an interactive regarding the concepts of "fair and equitable". Completed the worksheet: "Justice or Injustice"; For homework, students are to read page 64 in the textbook, and complete the venn diagram comparing the CCC and the YCJA.

Social Studies 9E -  Students presented remaining speeches today. Reviewed the worksheet: "Justice or Injustice"; reviewed the venn diagram comparing the CCC and the YCJA.  Students took notes on symbols of justice (p. 65)

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the worksheet: "Justice or Injustice"; began to review the venn diagram comparing the CCC and the YCJA. 

Friday 18 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students presented remaining speeches today. Students made working definition notes.  Reviewed an interactive regarding the concepts of "fair and equitable".

Social Studies 9E -  Students presented remaining speeches today. Students made working definition notes.  Reviewed an interactive regarding the concepts of "fair and equitable". For homework, students are to complete the worksheet: "Justice or Injustice"; read page 64 in the textbook, and complete the venn diagram comparing the CCC and the YCJA.

Social Studies 9G - Students presented remaining speeches today. Students made working definition notes.  Reviewed an interactive regarding the concepts of "fair and equitable". For homework, students are to complete the worksheet: "Justice or Injustice"; read page 64 in the textbook, and complete the venn diagram comparing the CCC and the YCJA.

Thursday 17 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students presented remaining speeches today. Students completed a pre-chapter quiz.  Reviewed answers to quiz.

Social Studies 9E -  NO CLASS TODAY. Students presented remaining speeches today. Students completed a pre-chapter quiz.  Began to review answers to quiz.

Social Studies 9G - Students presented remaining speeches today. Students completed a pre-chapter quiz.  Reviewed answers to quiz.

Wednesday 16 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY. Students presented their speeches today. For homework, students are to read p. 56-57 in the textbook, and do all the vocabulary for chapter 2.

Social Studies 9E - Students presented remaining speeches today. Students completed a pre-chapter quiz.  Began to review answers to quiz.

Social Studies 9G - Students presented their speeches today. Students completed a pre-chapter quiz.  Began to review answers to quiz.

Tuesday 15 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students presented their speeches today. For homework, students are to read p. 56-57 in the textbook, and do all the vocabulary for chapter 2.

Social Studies 9E - Students presented their speeches today. For homework, students are to read p. 56-57 in the textbook, and do all the vocabulary for chapter 2.

Social Studies 9G - NO CLASS TODAY. Students wrote the Ch. 1 exam today.  SPEECH IS DUE NEXT CLASS.






*****Chapter 1 exam on Monday, Nov. 14**************** 

******Chapter 1 Speech due: Tuesday, Nov. 15********************

Monday 14 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students wrote the Ch. 1 exam today.  SPEECH IS DUE TOMORROW.

Social Studies 9E - Students wrote the Ch. 1 exam today.  SPEECH IS DUE TOMORROW.

Social Studies 9G - Students wrote the Ch. 1 exam today.  SPEECH IS DUE NEXT CLASS.






*****Chapter 1 exam on Monday, Nov. 14**************** 

******Chapter 1 Speech due: Tuesday, Nov. 15********************

Wednesday 9 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students handed in the the questions: Understanding Canadian Government.  (Due Wednesday, Nov. 8).  The class had a research period for the speech.

Social Studies 9E - The class had a research period for the speech.

Social Studies 9G - The class had a research period for the speech.


*****Chapter 1 exam on Monday, Nov. 14**************** 

******Chapter 1 Speech due: Tuesday, Nov. 15********************

Tuesday 8 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Handed out speech outline. Handed out review sheet. Students began work on summative worksheet: Understanding Canadian Government.  (Due Wednesday, Nov. 8).  Tomorrow will be a research period for the speech.


Social Studies 9E - Handed out speech outline. Handed out review sheet. Students had most of two classes to complete the summative worksheet: Understanding Canadian Government. Tomorrow will be a research period for the speech.

Social Studies 9G -  Students had most of two classes to complete the summative worksheet: Understanding Canadian Government. Tomorrow will be a research period for the speech.

*****Chapter 1 exam on Monday, Nov. 14**************** 

******Chapter 1 Speech due: Tuesday, Nov. 15********************

Monday 7 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed the chart on the Media worksheet, and the front page of the worksheet. Discussed the role of lobbyists.  Students took notes on the last section of chapter 1.  Students were given a fill-in-the-blank worksheet to complete for homework.


Social Studies 9E - NO CLASS TODAY.  Discussed the role of lobbyists.  Students took notes on the last section of chapter 1.  Students were given a fill-in-the-blank worksheet to complete for homework.

Social Studies 9G -  Handed out the speech outline today.  Reviewed criteria. Discussed plagiarism. Research period on Wednesday, Nov. 9th.


*****Chapter 1 exam on Monday, Nov. 14**************** 

******Chapter 1 Speech due: Tuesday, Nov. 15********************

Friday 4 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY. Students wrote the Roles & Processes Quiz. Began to analyze media.  Watched a video; students are to read the two articles that were handed out today and complete the chart on the Media worksheet, and the front page of the worksheet.

Social Studies 9E - Discussed the role of lobbyists.  Students took notes on the last section of chapter 1.  Students were given a fill-in-the-blank worksheet to complete for homework.

Social Studies 9G -  Reviewed the two articles that were handed out last class and reviewed the chart.  Reviewed the front part of the media worksheet.  Discussed the role of lobbyists.  Students took notes on the last section of chapter 1.  Students were given a fill-in-the-blank worksheet to complete for homework.

 *****Students should think about potential speech topics for Monday's class*********
 
*****Chapter 1 exam on Monday, Nov. 14****************

Thursday 3 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students wrote the Roles & Processes Quiz. Began to analyze media.  Watched a video; students are to read the two articles that were handed out today and complete the chart on the Media worksheet, and the front page of the worksheet.

Social Studies 9E - Reviewed the two articles that were handed out today and complete the chart on the Media worksheet. Watched and analyzed the listeriosis video.  Students need to read the section on lobbyists in the textbook, and complete the last 5 questions of the booklet.

Social Studies 9G - NO CLASS TODAY. Students wrote the Roles & Processes Quiz. Reviewed questions #46-53 in the booklet. Began to analyze media.  Watched 2 videos; students are to read the two articles that were handed out today and complete the chart on the Media worksheet.

Wednesday 2 November 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY.  Finished notes on passing a bill (p. 40-41).  For homework, students are to read pages 43-45, and complete questions #46-53 in their booklet.


*** Students should prepare for a summative quiz on Thurs. Nov. 3 (Roles and processes/Passing a Bill)******

Social Studies 9E -  Students wrote the Roles & Processes Quiz. Began to analyze media.  Watched a video; students are to read the two articles that were handed out today and complete the chart on the Media worksheet.

Social Studies 9G - Students wrote the Roles & Processes Quiz. Reviewed questions #46-53 in the booklet. Began to analyze media.  Watched 2 videos; students are to read the two articles that were handed out today and complete the chart on the Media worksheet.

*** Students should prepare for a summative quiz on Wed, Nov. 2 (Roles and processes/Passing a Bill)******

Monday 31 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Finished notes on passing a bill (p. 40-41).  For homework, students are to read pages 43-45, and complete questions #46-53 in their booklet.

Social Studies 9E -  Reviewed questions #46-53 in their booklet.  Began to look at Media.  Students should read pages 46-49, and do questions #54 - 62 in their booklet.

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed questions #46-53 in their booklet.  Began to look at Media.  Students should read pages 46-49, and do questions #54 - 62 in their booklet.


*** Students should prepare for a summative quiz on Wed, Nov. 2 (Roles and processes/Passing a Bill)******

Friday 28 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students took notes on passing a bill (p. 43-45).

Social Studies 9E -  Finished notes on passing a bill (p. 40-41).  For homework, students are to read pages 43-45, and complete questions #46-53 in their booklet.

Social Studies 9G - Finished notes on passing a bill (p. 40-41).  For homework, students are to read pages 43-45, and complete questions #46-53 in their booklet.

Thursday 27 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students wrote a formative quiz on Roles and Processes. Reviewed the FAA (p. 38-39).

Social Studies 9E -  NO CLASS TODAY. Students wrote a formative quiz on Roles and Processes. Reviewed the FAA (p. 38-39), and began to take notes on passing a bill (p. 40-41).

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the FAA (p. 38-39), and began to take notes on passing a bill (p. 40-41).

Wednesday 26 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed the "Election vs. Appointment" worksheet.  Watched videos about the senate and judical branch.  For homework, students are to Finish the chart:  "Branches of the Federal Government"; Read pages 37-41 in the textbook, and complete questions #43-48 in the booklet.


***** ALL STUDENTS SHOULD PREPARE FOR A ROLES AND PROCESS QUIZ TOMORROW******************

Social Studies 9E -  Students wrote a formative quiz on Roles and Processes. Reviewed the FAA (p. 38-39), and began to take notes on passing a bill (p. 40-41).

Social Studies 9G - tudents wrote a formative quiz on Roles and Processes.  Reviewed the "Election vs. Appointment" worksheet, and the Branches of the Federal System worksheet.

Tuesday 25 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed the "Election vs. Appointment" worksheet.  Watched videos about the senate and judical branch.  For homework, students are to Finish the chart:  "Branches of the Federal Government"; Read pages 37-41 in the textbook, and complete questions #43-48 in the booklet.

Social Studies 9E -  Reviewed the worksheet: "Branches of the Federal System"

Social Studies 9G - NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed the Judicial Branch. (p. 35. For homework, students are to complete the "Election vs. Appointment" worksheet, and the Branches of the Federal System worksheet.

***** ALL STUDENTS SHOULD PREPARED FOR A ROLES AND PROCESS QUIZ TOMORROW******************

Monday 24 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Discussed the Judicial Branch.  For homework, students are to complete the "Election vs. Appointment" worksheet.

Social Studies 9E -  Students did not complete the assignment homework that was due for today. For homework, students are to complete the worksheet: "Branches of the Federal System" (complete the chart on purposes, power relations, tensions and safeguards, etc.). For homework, students are to read pages 36-41.  For homework, students are to complete questions #43-48 in their booklet.

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the Judicial Branch. (p. 35. For homework, students are to complete the "Election vs. Appointment" worksheet, and the Branches of the Federal System worksheet.

Friday 21 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Took notes about the senate. (p. 31-33). Discussed the Triple "E" Senate, and abolishing the senate.

Social Studies 9E -  Reviewed questions 37-42 in the booklet. Students took notes on the Judicial Branch. (p. 35)  Reviewed "Election vs. Appointment" worksheet.  For homework, students are to complete the worksheet: "Branches of the Federal System" (complete the chart on purposes, power relations, tensions and safeguards, etc.).

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed questions 37-42 in the booklet. Students took notes on the Judicial Branch. (p. 35)

Thursday 20 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed the questions on the review sheet about the Legislative Branch.  Took notes about the senate. (p. 31-33).

Social Studies 9E -  Took notes about the senate. (p. 31-33). Discussed the Triple "E" Senate, and abolishing the senate. For homework, students are to read p. 34-35, and complete questions 37-42 in the booklet.

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the questions on the review sheet about the Legislative Branch.  Took notes about the senate. (p. 31-33). Discussed the Triple "E" Senate, and abolishing the senate. For homework, students are to read p. 34-35, and complete questions 37-42 in the booklet.

Wednesday 19 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students took notes on the Senate today (p. 31-33).  For homework, students are to complete the review sheet about the Legislative Branch (due next class).

Social Studies 9E -  NO CLASS TODAY. Students  worked on the review booklet (questions 1-36 are due for next class).

Social Studies 9G -  NO CLASS TODAY. Students were complete the Review sheet about the Legislative Branch, then worked on the review booklet (questions 1-36 are due for next class).

Tuesday 18 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed the handout (colouring chart on FPTP and popular vote) and the positive and negative chart (omit the senate row). Students should read p. 31 (about the Senate) for next class.

Social Studies 9E -  Students  worked on the review booklet (questions 1-36 are due for next class).

Social Studies 9G - Students were complete the Review sheet about the Legislative Branch, then worked on the review booklet (questions 1-36 are due for next class).

Monday 17 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed the handout (colouring chart on FPTP and popular vote) and the positive and negative chart (omit the senate row). Students should read p. 31 (about the Senate) for next class.

Social Studies 9E -  Students took notes about the Senate (p. 31).  Students should review pages 32-33 for next class.

Social Studies 9G - NO CLASS TODAY.  Reviewed the handout (colouring chart on FPTP and popular vote) and the positive and negative chart (omit the senate row). Students should read p. 31 (about the Senate) for next class.

Friday 14 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students took notes on FPTP and Proportional Representation (P. 29-30) voting systems.  For homework, students are to complete the handout (colouring chart on FPTP and popular vote) and, students are to complete the positive and negative chart (omit the senate row).

Social Studies 9E -  Reviewed the handout (colouring chart on FPTP and popular vote) and the positive and negative chart (omit the senate row). Students should read p. 31 (about the Senate) for next class.

Social Studies 9G - Reviewed the handout (colouring chart on FPTP and popular vote) and the positive and negative chart (omit the senate row). Students should read p. 31 (about the Senate) for next class.

Thursday 13 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Watched a video about the legislative/house of commons.  Watched a video about the Speech from the Throne.  Reviewed page 28: Majority/Minority governments.  Discussed voting party lines vs. free vote. 

Social Studies 9E -  Students took notes on FPTP and Proportional Representation (P. 29-30) voting systems.  Students completed the handout colouring chart on FPTP and popular vote and for homework, students are to complete the positive and negative chart (omit the senate row).

Social Studies 9G - Students took notes on FPTP and Proportional Representation (P. 29-30) voting systems.  For homework, students are to complete the handout colouring chart on FPTP and popular vote and, students are to complete the positive and negative chart (omit the senate row).

Wednesday 12 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed the summary questions about the executive branch. Reviewed Trudeau's cabinet.  Discussed/took notes on the Legislative branch (p. 26-27).

Social Studies 9E -  Discussed/took notes on the Legislative branch (p. 26-27). Watched CPAC -  question period; and a video about the speech from the throne. Reviewed majority and minority governments (p. 28). Watched a video about the House of Commons.

Social Studies 9G - Watched CPAC -  question period; and a video about the speech from the throne. Reviewed majority and minority governments (p. 28). Discussed the idea of "Free Votes" Watched a video about the House of Commons. Reviewed p. 29 "How do MP's see their role?".  For homework, students are to read the bottom of page 29, and p. 30.

Tuesday 11 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Discussed the executive branch (p. 24-25).  For homework, students are to complete the summary questions about the executive branch.

Social Studies 9E -  NO CLASS TODAY. Watched a video about the Constitution.  Reviewed the video recap sheet. Discussed the executive branch (p. 24-25).  For homework, students are to complete the summary questions about the executive branch.

Social Studies 9G -  Reviewed the summary questions about the executive branch. Reviewed Trudeau's cabinet.  Discussed/took notes on the Legislative branch (p. 26-27).  Watched question period.  For homework, students are to read pages 28-29.

Friday 7 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY. Watched a video about the constitution.  Completed the video recap sheet.  For homework, students are to read pages 22-25.

Social Studies 9E -  Watched a video about the Constitution.  Reviewed the video recap sheet. Discussed the executive branch (p. 24-25).  For homework, students are to complete the summary questions about the executive branch.

Social Studies 9G -  Reviewed the video recap sheet about the constitution.  Discussed the executive branch (p. 24-25).  For homework, students are to complete the summary questions about the executive branch.

Thursday 6 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Watched a video about the constitution.  Completed the video recap sheet.  For homework, students are to read pages 22-25.

Social Studies 9E - Watched a video about the constitution.  Completed the video recap sheet.  For homework, students are to read pages 22-25.

Social Studies 9G -  NO CLASS TODAY. Students took notes for ch. 1.

Wednesday 5 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students took notes for ch. 1.

Social Studies 9E - Continued notes for ch. 1.

Social Studies 9G -  Students took notes for ch. 1.

Tuesday 4 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Finished reviewing the video sheet. Introduced the chapter, and discussed the ch. 1 task.

Social Studies 9E -  Discussed the chapter 1 task.  Students took notes for ch. 1.

Social Studies 9G -   Introduced the chapter, and discussed the ch. 1 task.

Monday 3 October 2016

Social Studies 9B - Watched a video about democracy.....will review the video sheet next class. Students were to have completed the ch. 1 vocabulary, and read pages 16-19 in the textbook.

Social Studies 9E -  Watched a video about democracy.....and reviewed the video sheet. Students were to have completed the ch. 1 vocabulary, and read pages 16-19 in the textbook.

Social Studies 9G -   Watched a video about democracy.....and reviewed the video sheet. Students were to have completed the ch. 1 vocabulary, and read pages 16-19 in the textbook.

Friday 30 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students wrote the Introduction exam today.  For homework, students are to complete the ch. 1 vocabulary, and read pages 16-19 in the textbook.

 Social Studies 9E -  NO CLASS TODAY. Students wrote the Introduction exam today.  For homework, students are to complete the ch. 1 vocabulary, and read pages 16-19 in the textbook.

Social Studies 9G -   Students wrote the Introduction exam today.  For homework, students are to complete the ch. 1 vocabulary, and read pages 16-19 in the textbook.

Thursday 29 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed the worksheet "What's Is Your Opinion?". Discussed p. 10.  For homework, students are to complete the worksheet: "Identifying the Stakeholders"  Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

 Social Studies 9E - Students wrote the Introduction exam today.  For homework, students are to complete the ch. 1 vocabulary, and read pages 16-19 in the textbook.

Social Studies 9G -   Reviewed the worksheet "Identifying the Stakeholders".  Students read background material about the issue in Canada.  Worked through a Pro/Con worksheet.  Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

Wednesday 28 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed the worksheet "What's Is Your Opinion?". Discussed p. 10.  For homework, students are to complete the worksheet: "Identifying the Stakeholders"  Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

 Social Studies 9E - Reviewed the reading about the "Gun Law: Pro and Con".  For homework, students are to complete p. 2 of the worksheet: "Gun Law: Pro and Con, Point/Counterpoint." Introduction exam on Thursday, September 29th.

Social Studies 9G -   NO CLASS TODAY. Formative quiz on indicators of Quality of Life. Completed page 1 of the worksheet "Identifying the Stakeholders".  Students are to complete p. 2  of the worksheet for homework.  Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

Tuesday 27 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Formative quiz on indicators of Quality of Life. Reviewed page 9 (issues). For homework, students are to complete the worksheet "What's Is Your Opinion?".  Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

 Social Studies 9E - Formative quiz on indicators of Quality of Life. Completed page 1 of the worksheet "Identifying the Stakeholders".  Students are to complete p. 2  of the worksheet for homework. In addition, students are to complete the reading about the "Gun Law: Pro and Con". Introduction exam on Thursday, September 29th.

Social Studies 9G -   Formative quiz on indicators of Quality of Life. Completed page 1 of the worksheet "Identifying the Stakeholders".  Students are to complete p. 2  of the worksheet for homework.  Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

Monday 26 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed page 8 (opinions).  Finished "Four Corner Discussion".  Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

 Social Studies 9E - Reviewed  the worksheet: "What's Is Your Opinion?" Discussed gun control issues.  For homework, students are to complete the worksheet: "Spot and Respond to the Issue". Introduction exam on Thursday, September 29th.

Social Studies 9G -    Reviewed  the worksheet: "What's Is Your Opinion?" Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

Friday 23 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed the Perspective/Point of View  & Individual Identity worksheet.  Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

 Social Studies 9E -  Finished "Four Corner Discussion".  Reviewed page 9 about "issues".  For homework, students are to complete the worksheet: "What's Is Your Opinion?" Introduction exam on Thursday, September 29th.

Social Studies 9G -    Finished "Four Corner Discussion".  Reviewed page 9 about "issues".  For homework, students are to complete the worksheet: "What's Is Your Opinion?" Introduction exam on Friday, September 30th. 

Thursday 22 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Student presentation. NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed p. 2 of the Quality of Life worksheet. For homework, students are to use the Perspective/Point of View worksheet, and identify Perspective and Point of view for the three speakers on pages 6-7.

 Social Studies 9E -   NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed page 8.  Discussed the idea of having a "gut reaction" on various topics.  "Four Corner Discussion".  Will continue next day.

Social Studies 9G -    Reviewed page 8.  Discussed the idea of having a "gut reaction" on various topics.  "Four Corner Discussion".  Will continue next day.

Wednesday 21 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - NO CLASS TODAY. Reviewed p. 2 of the Quality of Life worksheet. For homework, students are to use the Perspective/Point of View worksheet, and identify Perspective and Point of view for the three speakers on pages 6-7.

 Social Studies 9E -   Reviewed page 8.  Discussed the idea of having a "gut reaction" on various topics.  "Four Corner Discussion".  Will continue next day.

Social Studies 9G -    Reviewed p. 2 of the Quality of Life worksheet. Completed and reviewed the Perspective/Point of View, Identifying my Individual Identity worksheet, Began to review page 8.

Tuesday 20 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Reviewed p. 2 of the Quality of Life worksheet. For homework, students are to use the Perspective/Point of View worksheet, and identify Perspective and Point of view for the three speakers on pages 6-7.

 Social Studies 9E -   Reviewed the Perspective and Point worksheet.  Students are to complete the "Identifying my Individual Identity" on the reverse side of the Perspective Worksheet.  Students should read page 8 for next class.

Social Studies 9G -  NO CLASS TODAY. Students completed p. 1 of  Quality of life worksheet (partner work).  For homework, students are to read pages 6-7 in the textbook and complete the backside of the worksheet.

Monday 19 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students completed p. 1 of  Quality of life worksheet (partner work).  For homework, students are to read pages 6-7 in the textbook and complete the backside of the worksheet.

 Social Studies 9E -   Reviewed p. 1-2 of the Quality of Life worksheet. For homework, students are to use the Perspective/Point of View worksheet, and identify Perspective and Point of view for the three speakers on pages 6-7.

Social Studies 9G - Students completed p. 1 of  Quality of life worksheet (partner work).  For homework, students are to read pages 6-7 in the textbook and complete the backside of the worksheet.

Thursday 15 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Took notes on developed and developing countries. Watched trial verdict telecast.

 Social Studies 9E -   Students complete p. 1 of  Quality of life worksheet (partner work).  For homework, students are to read pages 6-7 in the textbook and complete the backside of the worksheet. Watched trial verdict telecast.

Social Studies 9G - Students took summary notes on Quality of Life. Discussed trial verdict.

Wednesday 14 September 2016

Social Studies 9B - Students took notes on the Aspects of Quality of Life.  Watched a video; students filled in numbers from the video recap sheet.  Discuss indicators of quality of life.

 Social Studies 9E -   Watched a video; students filled in numbers from the video recap sheet.  Discuss indicators of quality of life. Took notes on developed and developing countries.

Social Studies 9G - Students took notes on the Aspects of Quality of Life.  Watched a video; students filled in numbers from the video recap sheet.  Discuss indicators of quality of life. Took notes on developed and developing countries.