Math 8L-Today we reviewed our algebra unit to date.  We also went further into our PR2 outcome of algebra to learn how the distributive property can help us to expand algebraic expressions.   Notes and examples posted below.-no homework for the weeken.   Suggested questions for practice are suggested in the notes below. Science 8-Today we reviewed the theory and calculations around density.   We did some practical work with the material we have been learning in math.  (algebra and ratios)-We also worked on developing our science literacy skills.  We practiced reading information from tables.  -We also worked on developing stronger conclusion statements by using our data in our statement.-notes below.

Math 8L-Students who have done the review booklet, and attended extra help, may write a rewrite of module 5 tomorrow.-Homework is to finish questions from section 6.2.  See notes attached below Science 8-Notes on density are attached below.-Students need 2 pencils and an object from home for next class.  We will be calculating the density of our pencil and object.-duotang of marked and signed work is to be on the cart for this Friday.

  The Red team (grade 7 and 8) will be having a science fair showcase this Wednesday February 25th from 1 to 2 pm.   The storm date is Thursday, February 26th. Parents are invited to join us on the team floor to view the projects.   To avoid interfering with the elementary school’s bus run, we ask that you park in the Knights of Columbus parking lot across the street.  We hope to see you Wednesday to celebrate science in action at Harkins Middle!  

Math 8L-We reviewed our models for algebra from grade 7.   Homework is p. 324 Q 6, 7, 8 and 10. Science 8-Projects went well today.  Student who have not  presented will present tomorrow.  Please remember to pass in one copy of the report to Mrs. Murphy and one copy to Mr. Thompson.    Parents are invited to view projects Wednesday February 25th from 1 to 2 pm.  Please park in the knights of Columbus parking lot across the street.

Science fair presentations begin tomorrow.  Please have 2 copies of your report printed off.  I will be marking the science and Mr. Thompson will be marking the French. Parents are invited to view projects Wednesday February 25th from 1 to 2 pm.  Please park in the knights of columbus parking lot. Math notes and homework posted below.

Science 8-Science fair project due Monday Feb 16th-Density calculation notes posted below. Math 8L- test on module 5 is Wednesday-Q 5 and 6 for homework-Tomorrow we will finish and review the review sheet.