Dec.12-16th

5 more days until Winter Break everyone! This will be a busy but also fun-filled week, as there are a lot of festivities happening. I've posted the main events happening this week to the left, but notably, is what is happening on Friday. First, on Friday morning there will be a Pancake Breakfast that you should definitely come and check out. Your wonderful teacher (that's right moi :P) will be getting up extra early to come and help make pancakes for you! There will be lots of goodies, plus pictures with Santa, so do get up and come to school earlier. Best of all, it's all free! This happens every year and is always a lot of fun. This year will be no exception!
In class on the last day, and maybe even starting Thursday, depending on how much work we get done, we will watch a Christmas movie in class. Be sure to check out your course websites to vote on which movie you would like to see. I will be polling the class and the movie with the most votes obviously will win! Friday is also an early dismissal day so that we can attend the annual Christmas assembly, which starts at 1:30pm! Have a great week everyone and a very Merry Christmas!!!

Dec. 5-9

10 more school days until the break!!! As we are counting down to the holidays, there are a few things going on at school that you might like to be a part of. The food and toy drive are still happening until Dec.9th. There is a band concert on Dec.6th, the school play "I Hate Christmas" is on Dec.7-9th, and there will be a pancake breakfast on Dec.16th! There is no shortage of things to look forward to. There is also some school work to get done in the midst of all the festivities though, so don't forget to check your course website and stay on top of your assignments.
Have a great week!

Nov. 28- Dec. 2

Hi Everyone,

Well the countdown is really on now. Only 15 days until the break- that is just 3 weeks left!! Hang in there! :)
This week there are a few events happening at school. There is both a toy drive and a food drive happening at school. Stay tuned for announcements about the details of these, but you know the drill...bring non-perishable food items, or toys that can be donated to children in need this holiday season. Also, my Grade 12 Entrepreneurship students will begin selling their student-company products this week at lunch time in the cafeteria. They are selling customized school hoodies and water bottles. Watch for posters and TV ads, as well as listen for daily announcements for more information! You may be interested!

Be sure to wear your Matheson clothing on Monday and check your course websites, as per usual ;)

Have a good week!

Week of Nov.21-25

Hi Everybody,

This week at school there is a Zinc Drive, where all Period 1 classes are collecting old batteries. Most people are completely unaware that without enough zinc in our diet, we can die. In fact, over 400,000 people die each year because of zinc deficiencies. That is why the Global Issues club is collecting batteries to donate to organizations like Unicef. The zinc in old batteries can be extracted to make zinc tablets to supplement the diet. Please have a look around your house for any old batteries and bring them to school. Not only will you be helping save lives, but you will also be helping the environment because you are recycling as well! It's a win-win situation, so please do your part!

Now, onto some good news! The countdown to the Winter Break has begun! In looking at the calendar I realized that there are only 20 school days left until Christmas, or whatever holiday you might celebrate! Sweet! :D
That is also only 20 days left to get your work done, so study hard. The reward isn't far off!

Please remember to check your course website for information on the upcoming week.

Have a great week!

-Ms.Sundin

Week 11- Nov.15-18

Hi Everyone,
Welcome back after an extra long weekend! I trust you're all rested and are ready to hit the books (both figuratively and literally speaking)!! As we are not far off from Christmas there is a lot to do, so please check your class websites for details!

See you in class :)

Week 10- Nov. 7- Nov.10

Greetings All,

This week will be a shorter week due to the Remembrance Day holiday. There will be assemblies held in Period 2 on Thursday November 10th. I ask you to remember that this is a SOMBER occasion where we pay tribute to the fallen soldiers who risked everything for our freedom. This means you must be quiet, serious, and respectful, not unlike how you would behave at a funeral. It is not like other assemblies where it is ok to laugh and talk with your friends. Please remember this....lest we forget.

There are also Provincial Exam rewrites this Monday and Tuesday for those who this applies to.

As we are now halfway through the semester there is A LOT going on in terms of assignments, so please check your course website to stay on top of what is happening in your class!

Have a nice short week!

See you in class.

Week 9- Oct. 31- Nov. 4

Happy Halloween Everyone!

I hope to see you dressed up in your costumes on Monday at school! Please remember what I said last week about masks, and appropriate costumes. That being said, you can still have a lot of fun!

This week at school the Gr.9's have their 'Take Our Kids to Work' day on Wednesday November 2nd, which is a National program through the Career Center. Gr.9's are expected to be out of school that day to learn about the work world and perhaps get a better idea of life after school, not to mention what their parents do all day! If students cannot attend their parents' workplace, they may go to that of a family friend, neighbor, relative, or even go along with one of their classmates, as long as they have the proper permissions required! Consent forms are due on Monday October 31st by 3pm at the office. Otherwise students can't go and must go to their regular classes as usual.

A number of my classes have a lot of due dates fast approaching so be sure to check your course website for more information!

Have a great week!

Week 8- Oct.24-28th

Hi Everybody!
This week there aren't any major school events going on to speak of, except it is important to note that there will NOT be an early dismissal on Oct.26th.

Since it is the last week of October, you are probably thinking about your Halloween costumes! You will be allowed to wear your Halloween costume at school next Monday the 31st, however, please keep in mind the Halloween costumes must still be school appropriate. This means no offensive language on apparell, nothing that could interpreted as racist, nothing that shows too much skin, etc. This also includes masks. If your costume includes a mask you will have to wear it on your head (kind of defeats the purpose I know), but this is due to school safety. We must be able to identify our students for security reasons, so please keep these rules in mind. With all of that being said, there are tons of costume ideas that you can have fun with! And yes, of course I will be dressing up as well! :)
Have a good week everybody!

Note to Parents/Guardians: if you have any concerns about your son or daughter's progress at school, please don't hesitate to call or email your child's classroom teacher. Despite the current job action, we are happy to answer any questions you may have or discuss your child's progress. In my case, email is preferred, as it is much easier for me to respond this way during the school day.
Thank you for your understanding.

Week 7- Oct.17-21

Hello All and Welcome to Week 7!

This week is another 4 day week (for you), as we teachers have a Pro-D day on Friday Oct.21st. It may be a short week, but there is a lot to do so make it count! Please remember that Tuesday Oct.18th is Photo Retakes for those who are planning on taking another picture. Go Cards (School ID cards) have now all been handed out. If you did not receive yours (Ex: you were absent on the day of), you may pick your card up at the office.
Please check your class sites for news and information.

Have a great week!

Week 6- Oct.11-14

Happy Thanksgiving !

I hope everyone had a relaxing weekend however you may have celebrated it! Hopefully you are ready to get back to work on Tuesday! :)
There aren't any major school events happening this week to my knowledge, but you will be getting your school photos and Go Cards this week if you haven't already. If you pre-ordered a photo package you can pick it up at the office. Be sure you get your photos this week, because next week is Picture Retakes. Other than that, there are course-specific due dates of course, so be sure to check your class website! ;)

Have a great week everyone!

Week 5- Oct.3-7

Greetings Everyone!

The fall season is upon us now and we are already well into the semester. You already have had a number of assignments in each of your courses, so be sure to stay on top of what must be handed in and ensure that it IS! Check your course website for information and due dates.

This Thursday October 6th at 6:30pm is the Gr.8 Parent Information Night.If your parents are interested in learning more about the school, the programs offered here, policies, etc. this is a great opportunity for them to come to the school  and ask any questions they might have.

Also, just a reminder it is the Thanksgiving holiday weekend coming up so the school will be closed on Monday. Have a great weekend and Happy Thanksgiving!

Week 4- Sept.27-30

Welcome back. I hope you enjoyed your long weekend, as Monday is a non-instructional day :) ( Lucky you!)

The three major events happening at school this week include:

• Tuesday- Spirit Day so wear your Matheson clothing or colors (blue and white)
• Wednesday- the Terry Fox Run (bring a Toonie for Terry)
• Friday- Gr.8 Welcome -Pancake Breakfast

Be sure to check your course websites for important information for your courses!

Week 3- Sept.19-23

Hi everyone! The third week of the semester is upon us. I just wanted to remind you of three things for this week:

1. Wear your Mustang clothing or colors on Monday for our Mustang Mondays tradition
2. Remember that this TUESDAY IS PICTURE DAY
3. Check your course blog for news on this week's classes!

See you in class! :)

Week 2- Sept.12-16

Well everybody, we survived the first week of school which is always the hardest. Now you should hopefully be settled into your new classes.

This coming week on Wednesday September 14th is Information Alley. This is a display during lunch time of different club offerings and extracurricular groups at our school. This is especially useful for the Grade 8 students who are new to Matheson. Come and check it out in the main hall at lunch!

I will have a display for my Japanese Club so if you are interested be sure to check it out!

Don't forget that this coming Friday September 16th is Day 1 with PLC in the morning. Classes will begin at 9:20am.

Remember to check your Course website for updates on assignments and due dates.

Back to School

Welcome back everybody! It's that time of year again! I hope you're all well rested and ready to start a new semester.
I have created this blog as way to stay better connected with both you and your parents. This is my main website where I'll post general information and reminders, about important dates and events at school. On the right hand side you'll find links to each of my individual courses. I'll do my best to update these each week with the topics we'll be studying. I'll also include study tips for upcoming quizzes/tests, reminders about homework and assignments, information about projects, due dates and more. If you have any questions or concerns about assignments or tests, please feel free to email me at anytime.

I look forward to teaching all of you and think it's going to be a great semester!