I'm speechless. Today was perhaps one of the most thoughtful gestures I've ever experienced and it's because of you guys that I strive to be a better teacher every day.
Thank you all from the bottom of my heart! Happy Holidays!
Thursday, 19 December 2013
Monday, 16 December 2013
Lake St. George
Dear Parents/Guardian(s)
The Grade 7 students have the opportunity to attend Lake St. George Outdoor Education Centre. The trip will tentatively take place on February 10-12, 2014. Lake St. George is a YRDSB education centre that focuses on environmental awareness, as well as reaffirms the Science, History and Geography content they have learned this year. The facility, located just east of Bayview Avenue in Richmond Hill, is well equipped with interactive, educational resources, which will prove to be a significant learning experience for your child. The trip will consist of 3 days and 2 nights, returning on Wednesday, February 12 before the end of the school day.
The cost of the trip will be determined once we’ve finalized our numbers, which includes transportation, meals and accommodation at Lake St. George. We estimate the cost will be anywhere between $125-$145.
A deposit of $50 is required by Monday, January 6th, to confirm your intent to have your child participate in this trip (cheques will not be deposited immediately). Should the trip be cancelled due to lack of numbers, you will be refunded your full deposit. If the trip continues as planned, your deposit will not be returned if your child decides not to participate. Payments can be made by cash or cheque to “Mackenzie Glen P.S.”
If the trip is confirmed, a formal permission letter and trip package will follow in the coming weeks detailing the itinerary and final costs. The balance of payment will be requested at the time. A payment plan will also be available.
We hope your child can join us on this trip. YRDSB accommodates all faiths and Lake St. George can accommodate all dietary restrictions (e.g., halal, kosher…etc). Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact either Mr. Charalambous or Mrs. Norris. More information can be found here.
Sincerely,
Mr. Charalambous and Mrs. Norris
The Grade 7 students have the opportunity to attend Lake St. George Outdoor Education Centre. The trip will tentatively take place on February 10-12, 2014. Lake St. George is a YRDSB education centre that focuses on environmental awareness, as well as reaffirms the Science, History and Geography content they have learned this year. The facility, located just east of Bayview Avenue in Richmond Hill, is well equipped with interactive, educational resources, which will prove to be a significant learning experience for your child. The trip will consist of 3 days and 2 nights, returning on Wednesday, February 12 before the end of the school day.
The cost of the trip will be determined once we’ve finalized our numbers, which includes transportation, meals and accommodation at Lake St. George. We estimate the cost will be anywhere between $125-$145.
A deposit of $50 is required by Monday, January 6th, to confirm your intent to have your child participate in this trip (cheques will not be deposited immediately). Should the trip be cancelled due to lack of numbers, you will be refunded your full deposit. If the trip continues as planned, your deposit will not be returned if your child decides not to participate. Payments can be made by cash or cheque to “Mackenzie Glen P.S.”
If the trip is confirmed, a formal permission letter and trip package will follow in the coming weeks detailing the itinerary and final costs. The balance of payment will be requested at the time. A payment plan will also be available.
We hope your child can join us on this trip. YRDSB accommodates all faiths and Lake St. George can accommodate all dietary restrictions (e.g., halal, kosher…etc). Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact either Mr. Charalambous or Mrs. Norris. More information can be found here.
Sincerely,
Mr. Charalambous and Mrs. Norris
Tuesday, 10 December 2013
Perspectives from the Kogamata Maru and the Anti-Asian Riots of 1907
Journals are incredibly important historical tools that provide us with a specific insight to a time period or a point of view. Just imagine if we had a record of the thoughts and feelings of the passengers from the Kogamata Maru or from the victims of the Anti-Asian Riots in 1907. I believe that they would have a lot to say to us.
While we may not have access to these resources (or perhaps they may not even exist) we do have enough information and have spent time exploring the idea of perspective in writing to write through their eyes. Similarly, we have spent some time on exploring the missing voices, perspective and bias and this writing assignment is an opportunity to for you explore that in depth.
As we discussed in our criteria, I am looking for a journal that is revealing and captures the perspective historical character’s point of view. It should have considerable historical detail and offer a revealing account that helps in understanding the event.
As usual, we need to approach our writing through multiple stages where we must first develop and organize our ideas, draft our information and edit and revise our final copies. The due date for this journal entry will be on Tuesday, December 17.
As we discussed in our criteria, I am looking for a journal that is revealing and captures the perspective historical character’s point of view. It should have considerable historical detail and offer a revealing account that helps in understanding the event.
As usual, we need to approach our writing through multiple stages where we must first develop and organize our ideas, draft our information and edit and revise our final copies. The due date for this journal entry will be on Tuesday, December 17.
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