April 16, 2026

 Writing on demand tomorrow. Pencil and paper only. No computer

- What is the most important invention of mankind? (500 words)

8C Algebra, front page. Examples of consecutive number questions

Five consecutive numbers add up to 395

Four consecutive numbers add up to 294

April 15, 2026

8C Algebra quiz tomorrow

- perimeter of rectangle

- area of right triangle

8C Algebra PS

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C3OZ5xl8P2UXxE4g3AK2K9ZWxI3qSRojluz78yG3WsQ/edit?usp=sharing 

Book review template

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NYLH-mtme_t8ysXJXYQLPgZI1rdpmpNMMrcm4Eb0U_4/edit?usp=sharing

- Spend at least 30m reading your novel for the book review

- Prepare for Friday writing on demand (What is the most important invention of mankind)

- some algebra PS based questions on shapes

Grade 7 Heat test

 https://forms.gle/9y1oneASrcEXGZQZ6

April 14, 2026

 Exxon Valdaz accident (captain was drunk)

https://news.ucsb.edu/2014/014393/exxon-valdez-25-years-later

BP Deepwater horizon accident

The 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill in Prince William Sound, Alaska, resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of seabirds and thousands of marine mammals. While precise total numbers are impossible to determine, scientific estimates of the immediate wildlife toll include: 

• Seabirds: An estimated 250,000 (with ranges from 100,000 to over 500,000).
• Sea Otters: Approximately 2,800 to 3,500.
• Harbor Seals: Around 300.
• Bald Eagles: Approximately 250.
• Killer Whales (Orcas): Up to 22 (from the AB pod).
• Fish and Others: Billions of salmon and herring eggs, along with countless invertebrates. 
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April 13, 2026

 8C Simple algebra (adding and subtracting)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C3OZ5xl8P2UXxE4g3AK2K9ZWxI3qSRojluz78yG3WsQ/edit?usp=sharing

Use thesaurus and better vocabulary to improve your writing

https://www.thesaurus.com/browse/love

Writing on demand on Friday

8E Exxon Valdaz videos (4 mins)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8MZjVUnqhA

8A History Summary

 Iman: Charles de Salaberry: Canadian Hero and Military Leader

My presentation was about Charles de Salaberry and why he is one of Canada’s greatest heroes. I explained that he was a French Canadian military officer who showed courage, intelligence, and strong leadership while defending Canada during the War of 1812. I also talked about how he led a much smaller army to victory at the Battle of Chateauguay by using smart strategies and the natural landscape to trick and stop the enemy. Another important point is that his early life, education, and military experience helped him become a confident and effective leader. Overall, Charles de Salaberry is important because he protected Canada and showed that bravery, careful planning, and determination can overcome even the biggest challenges.

All the summaries are here

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zHCN2LgIQv56V96AfTyIgiU7Zrr1bjXfRAhDHpyLeAY/edit?usp=sharing

April 10, 2026

 8C

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C3OZ5xl8P2UXxE4g3AK2K9ZWxI3qSRojluz78yG3WsQ/edit?usp=sharing

8A, 8C History test next week. Study (April 14, Day 4)

- open notes, based on summaries of other's work

- paper test, no laptop or Chromebook

8C Science - five hydraulic devices in a Google document (e.g. power brakes in cards)

- each should include a diagram, brief description, how it is used in read life

- one isometric diagram for one device

8C: writing on demand next week.

What is the most important invention of mankind

7D Science