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**Term 1 Reflection**
In Term 1 for math, we learned about Ratios, Rate, and Proportional Reasoning. During the unit, We made a Sesame Street Video with a partner. Ratios, two term ratios compares two quantities in the same unit and three term ratios compares three quantities measured in the same unit. Rates, compares 2 quantities measured in different units. Unit Rates, a rate where the second rate is one. Unit Price, unit price used in shopping. We also learned for Proportional Reasoning is a relationship that says that two ratios or two quantities are equal. We also learned about square numbers and square roots, a square number is a product of the same two numbers. ex 3x3=9, so 9 is a square number. A square number is also known as a perfect square. A number that is not a perfect square is called a non-perfect square. We also learned about right triangles, and right angles. I liked this unit because I like using formulas and finding the hypotenuse. So far in grade 8 i have been doing most of my homework, And most of my work in class. I sometimes participate on class, but i sometimes get lazy to try, but my friends motivate me. In term two i will try to participate more in class and try to finish my homework for math.

**Proportion, Rates, and Ratio**
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**Parent Quiz:**


=**Language Arts**= ==**3. How does The Man who Planted Trees relate to us, to you, to the school and to the local community?** == The Man who Planted Trees relates to grade 8 students because we all did a project with the same idea of this play. We pay it foward also. It relates to me because we did a pay it foward project, I donated toys and clothes to Helping Hand Foundation. Just for a little act of kindness made me feel happy afterwards, because I made a difference in someone's life.
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**6. What are the different character’s attitudes towards the forest?** Jean- Supportive The charcoal burners- Reckless Elzeard Bouffier- Determined Timber merchants- Selfish. Villagers- Clueless Government Official- Greedy

**10. How do trees affect climate at a local and a global level?** Trees affect climate at a local level because we use wood to make things such as furniture, and houses. Trees affect climate at a global level because it cleans out our air, and gives out oxygen. Also takes carbon dioxide.







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GRADE EIGHT STUDENT ASSIGNMENT- PORTFOLIO REFLECTION TASK/INTENT/CRITERIAThroughout the year I have completed assignments based on Assessment for Learning practices. The learning process has followed the three key components:**Subject:** Social Studies Definition Cards - Mesopotamia**TASK: What** was I asked to do for this assignment?I was required to compose a definition card with a visual and a keyword from our Mesopotamia booklet.**INTENT: Why** am I completing this assignment? There ﻿are several different reasons why I completed this assignment. First we learned keyword that would help us understand Mesopotamia more, and that we should know. Also this assignment helped me make a visual which I think the keyword would look like. Finally this assignment helped me study for Mesopotamia unit test but serving as a Q-card. **CRITERIA: How** do I know what I needed to do to be successful in completing this assignment? -Definition of word (completely/correctly on card) -Each cared has headings-Visual has to math the definition-Border also has to match definition ** NEXT STEPS: ** -I can now study for unit test. -I can create a visual that will match the definition. -I can identify what to do when I need to make a definition card. -I can now make more definition cards to study for test or for reminders. -I can use it as a study tool. GRADE EIGHT STUDENT ASSIGNMENT- PORTFOLIO REFLECTION TASK/INTENT/CRITERIAThroughout the year I have completed assignments based on Assessment for Learning practices. The learning process has followed the three key components:**Subject:** English Language Arts Short Story-"Thank You Ma'am" by Langston Hughes**TASK:** What was I asked to do for this assignment?I was required to compose a friendly letter using information from a short story.**INTENT:** Why am I completing this assignment? There are several reasons i am doing this writing assignment. First I learned the elements of a short story and learned to identify them in our story. Next, we learned the components to write in a friendly letter format. Then, we applied specific story details and wrote in the first person as if we were a charater from the story. **CRITERIA:** How do I know what I needed to do to be successful in completing this assignment? -Use proper Friendly Letter format referring to letter frame -Compose the rough copy letter using specific details from the short story and write the letter from the perspective of one of the main characters in the story. -Remember to use appropriate tone and audience for the letter -Complete all steps in the writing process as set out in the assignment directions -I can now write a piece of writing using the friendly letter format. -I can now write a piece of writing by going through all the steps of the writing process. -I can now identify the elements of a short story and find them. -I can now write from a point of view of a character. -I can now support my thoughts using specificc examples from the text.
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GRADE EIGHT STUDENT ASSIGNMENT- PORTFOLIO REFLECTION TASK/INTENT/CRITERIAThroughout the year I have completed assignments based on Assessment for Learning practices. The learning process has followed the three key components:**Subject:** Social Studies Cro-Magnon Poster **TASK:** What was I asked to do for this assignment?I was required to create a poster outlining the social oganization, home, food, and the tools used by the Cro-Magnon Life. **INTENT:** Why am I completing this assignment?There are several reasons why I completerd this assignment. First this assignment helped me comprehend visually how the Cro-Magnon lived. Also this assignment helped me to creat a visual organizer which is one way of representing you idea. Finally the assignmetn helped me to prepare me for the unit test be serving as a study guide of Cro-Magnon life.**CRITERIA:** How do I know what I needed to do to be successful in completing this assignment?Each section of the poster needed a heading -create visual organizer to show specific details/criteriafor of Cro-Magnon daily life. (home, social organization, food, tools)-Followed rubric given to complete book (title, neatly done images/coloring) -I can now help create a rubric/criteria for how to complete an assignment successfully. -I can now create a visual organizer showing important details for specific topics. -I can now create a visual organizer showing important details for specific topics. -I can now create headings to represent specific topics/categories.
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2 Minutes to make a Difference
My Topic for 2 minutes to make a difference is, "Homeless Teens." My Big questions that I made and thinked about is, "Discover the lifestyle of homeless teens and the consequences of being a homeless teen?" and "What is the outcome of being a homeless teen? Negatively and Positivley?" Some of the things that I found out during researching are that Homelessness is happening all over the world, even in developed countries. Also Population was increased over the years. In the process of doing our project, My group and I are at the part of actually making a difference, we plan on volunteering at foundations that help out homeless people. If we get a chance, we would like to interview a teen that visits alot of the foundations. (foundations like salvation army, united way or united nations) Our project is due May 20th. media type="custom" key="8961584"

Personal Reflection:
 * 1)  Two things I am good at are:
 * 2)  Two things I need to improve on are:
 * 3)  My goals for the next 6 weeks of school are:

<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; display: block; overflow: hidden; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;">1. I am good at Math Formulas and comprehending a question for myself, to be hard, but I can still answer it. Also I find that I am good at language arts and art because I am doing quite well on both subjects. 2. I need to improve on reading more, and focus in class more. Also I need to do my homework before playing games or going out with my friends. Another thing I should work on is no making jokes and do work in class persistenly. 3 ...... (-_-)"

PARENTS REVIEW/RESPONSE: <span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> we have seen your hard work, and learning alot in all subjects that reflects on your positive outlook in life. <span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> ie: in wanting to help out and volunteer and reach out to those who are in need. - <span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">In the last 6 weeks of school I will help you reach your goals by: we as your parents will be persistant making sure you maintain your good grades and positive thinking and attitude towards youreself and to others. We will strive to always be here when you need us and you can count on us in always being supportive in your endeavours....
 * <span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">In looking at your work, I would like to compliment you on the following 2 things: