Author Archives: Mr. Bell

But….how do I ‘unpost’ ???

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! Any thoughts? What does the restaurant owner think? the customers? the friends? the school mates? the family members? How do you enjoy being online responsibly? P.S. There is a context to this story – click here. Does this … Continue reading →

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Alphabet Book Ideas

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! Share a thought or two about your ancient civilization alphabet book. What theme could a letter have? For example, A = architecture, activities, animals; B = books, battles; C = culture, cuisine, creativity… Remember to note your sources … Continue reading →

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Longboarding and the Law…

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! Longboarding is in the news. Some citizens of Kamloops are asking for bylaws to be created to limit (or eliminate) longboarding on public roads (click here for the story). What are your thoughts? What are the views of … Continue reading →

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How do we get grit?

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! Consider the image and caption below. Is grit important? How does a grade 6/7 student develop grit? How can classmates, teachers and parents help? Post your meaningful thoughts by the end of Wednesday (May 29). Reply to all … Continue reading →

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WiFi Thoughts

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! Describe our expected behaviours for using the class WiFi connection. Rather than list all of the DON’Ts, provide a list of what we should DO. If you need help locating the MAC or WIFI address on your device, … Continue reading →

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BC Politics – Message to Student

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! Read and comment about the messages written by the parties running in the current election: BC Conservative Party BC Liberal Party BC NDP Green Party of BC You can all of the parties at this link. What were … Continue reading →

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Morning Music…

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! Have your say in the MSES morning music selection. What songs share the message we are looking for at our school? Be sure to make suggestions with explanations. Beware, without your input, we may be listening to ‘The … Continue reading →

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Political Ponderings and Predictions…

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! What are your important issues as a soon to be voter? What will be the result of the BC Election? Who will win in the two Kamloops ridings? Which party will form the next government? Will it be … Continue reading →

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Reading Reflection…Part 1 & 2

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! Post this week’s reading reflection to our blog. Aside from a brief retelling of the big ideas, be certain to make several connections to your reading. Finally, pose a question for others to answer with interesting ideas. Post … Continue reading →

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Infographics???

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Mr. Bell

Hi Class! Check out this infographic by clicking here. Feel free to write a response to share your reaction to the information this infographic provides. The point of sharing this is to see another way information can be presented. If … Continue reading →

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