A Long Way Gone by Ishmael Beah

Check out the amazing novel that we have been using for a read-aloud in class - the students are amazed and engaged in this unbelievable story.

Week 8 - Essay writing

This week we are working on Essay writing. Students will be expanding on their paragraphs and organizing their thoughts, to complete a good piece of writing. We will be learning about types of essays, the writing process, the six traits, conclusions, introductions (thesis statements) and more.

The end of unit assignment will involve writing a persuasive piece.
Stay tuned...

Week 8 - Computer roll-out!!!!

Today the grade 9 students starting receiving their netbooks. If your son or daughter has not returned the two forms, please do so ASAP.

Week 7 - Binder checklist

Progress Report#1

End of Unit Assignment Rubric

Grade 9 Writing Rubric

Week 6 - Progress Reports

Progress reports should be going home this Friday, but we have a PD day (no school for students), so I will be sending them out on Monday.

Week 5 - My Passion continued...

I have asked students to start writing about their passion by using a minimum of 3 paragraphs and supporting detail. This will be used as theri end of unit assignment. The final copy is due on Wednesday, October 19th.