Author Archives: Mr. Bell

First Post of the School Year

Hi Class! Imagine you could travel to one place in the world and take one person with you. Where would you go and who would you take? Support your choices with several reasons. Your response should be at least 4 … Continue reading

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Blogging Expectations

Hi Class! It is time to outline the expectations for our blog when posting and replying. This is an academic activity, therefore use your best writing skills. Avoid slang, jargon and abbreviations used when chatting or sending text messages to … Continue reading

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Connect At Home & Email Contact

Hi Class & Parents! As discussed this afternoon, please show our blog to your parents at home. This resource is meant to assist and inform students and parents throughout the school year. Some key features include: Agenda – assignment details … Continue reading

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Wednesday – Physical Education

Suggest an outdoor activity for Wednesday’s PE class. Make your case in a convincing manner.

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Summer Updates

Hi Class! If you have a free minute (or it’s a rainy day), please check in here and tell us about some of your adventures this summer.

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The End…

Hi Class! Nothing much to do today. Thanks for making this year exciting! We have accomplished a great deal considering this was our first year together. Farewell Grade Seven students…good luck in high school; try your best, work hard, and … Continue reading

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The Last Week…

Hi Class! Provide some feedback about our blog. What are your thoughts about this form of writing? How could this site be improved? Are the subject pages useful or not? What improvements would you make? Thanks for your feedback!

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Goal Setting

Hi Class! Before shutting your brains down for the summer 😕 (hopefully you will read several books at least), think ahead to next year. List at least three school related goals you have for next year. What do you want … Continue reading

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The Great PE Debate (Part 2)

Hi Class! Here’s your chance to convince your classmates and your teacher regarding today’s PE activity. Soccer is not an option because we played it Tuesday. We will be outside (rain or shine) as the gym is being prepared for … Continue reading

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Senses – Most & Least Important

Hi Class! Read the entire post today before getting to the writing (especially the last sentence 😉 ). Which of the five senses is most important and least important to you? Support your answer with convincing arguments and reasons. Do … Continue reading

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