Law 120- Civil Law- The powerpoint is attached below. This week we will look at how civil law works. Students will be introduced to Mediation, contract law, and class action lawsuits. History 113:We have just completed oour look at the Holocaust and why we study it. Today the students will start their last worksheet on other "holocausts" that are happening around the world. We will explore how mankind needs to learn this important lesson. The definition of “Holocaust” Define the following: “genocide”, “diaspora”, “pogroms” and other terms, not just “holocaust”. Look up Holocaust or genocides that are currently happening around the world. (Do some research- use at least two resources) Write a summary of at least two that you have found. This should be about ½ page each. Before WWII how did the world view the Jewish people? Research to see if there were any Holocaust type events before Hitler came on the scene.  Give an example of one. Make a list of the events of “the Holocaust” (timeline of events). The aftermath of the Holocaust:                    1. immediate effects- what happened right away.                                                          2. Long  term effects- how it affected us later on. Answer this question: “What lessons has society learned from the events of the Holocaust?”                                          Due at the end of class on Friday January 9th, 2015. Reading tutor: Students are writing a creative story. The students will follow these steps in order to write their story: Day 1- Draft an original story- The canadian students will help with word choice and sentence structure. Day 2- Descriptive wording- Character sketches and setting descriptives. Day 3- storyboarding- Students will draft out what the story should look like. This is not detailed but it should include the conversational aspectsof the story line. Who said what. Day 4- About the author- write a small paragraph about the authors (canadian and international) This is also the day when you will switch with another group so they can proof read your work. Day 5-6 Putting it together. Ancient History- Students are working on their Roman Newspaper. In pairs students will produce a multipage newspaper that include information about acient Rome. Their paper should include the following: 2 articles about ancient Rome 5 other aspects of a newspaper (cartoon, crossword, ads, classified ads, obituaries... ect) 1 article about Modern Rome No more that 2 printed pictures- all others should be traced or drawn.

Law 120- Students will finish working on their How to be a lawyer worksheet. This will give students an idea as to the career path that laws take and investigate their roles and responsibilities. History 113: Students will finish their WW2 Newspaper. Then students will begin to work on their extra credit work. The students should try to finish this up for next class day. Reading tutor: Students will present their information on places they would like to visit. This week we worked on descriptive words and how they are used in sentences. Students were engaged in groups to practice english speaking skills and then presented their infromation to their peers. Ancient History: Students have just completed their newspaper article on one of the Persian wars. The students will now begin background research about Alexander the great. Each students will prepare 1-2 page report explaining the following: Text book pages 148-151 can help you) Have this ready for Monday's class. Who was king Phillip and what advantages allowed him to conquer the Greek city states? What are the most significant accomplishments associated with the Hellenstic age? Why was Alexander called the Great? (what did he do in order to become great? Bio- His family background?- (where did he come from- talk about his father- King phillip) Legends or myths about him.(Example Gordian knot- try to find other ideas besides this legend if you can) Tell me about his war efforts- (where did he go, war fighting techniques, ever defeated?) How did he die?    

Period 2- law 120- Students have been learning about the court system and jury duty. The students will begin to watch the movie “12 angry men”- This movie will give them a look at the deliberation that a jury must go through as they decide the fate of a young man. Period 3- History 113:Discuss the steps/methods Hitler used to come to power.  Could a man like Hitler come to power today?  Why or why not? (3/4-1page answer) Period #4- Reading tutor- this class generally takes care of itself.- Liam Elmes has been introducing students to cultural sports. The students did projects on their favourite cultural sport and presented it. So today we are participating in sports. Students are going to the gym to play floor Hockey or soccer. All students need to participate.    Period 6- Ancient History- Students will be working on Greek Virtues. Explain to students that the Greeks were notorious for using morals in their story telling. Your mission: In pairs choose one of Aesop’s stories and re-create it to fit into today’s culture. Include the following: 1.     Design a book cover for your story with title (original and new title) (Author’s names- you would have Aesop’s name and then retold by_(____your names_________) 2.     Bio of original author in your own words- (Aesop bio- who was he, time period ect- usually ½ page) 3.     Design your story- remember this is a children’s book so words with pictures (Draw, trace) 4.     Final page explains the moral of the story- in other words what lesson can we learn from this story.- (About ½ page) As with all your projects you will have class time but remember that the class time accounts for ½ of your project. If you waste the time it will be reflected in your mark. Due on Tuesday November 25th, 2014 at the end of class.                  

Law120: Debating day. Teacher will talk to students about the art of debate. Students will look at controversial topics and choose a side. We will then debate the issues and determine how they were discussed. A great activity for emerging Lawyers. History 113: Students have been learning about Canada’s role in the great war.Today we discuss the conclusion of WWI- aftermath and the treaty of Versailles. Reading tutor: Art Ancient History: Students are to finish their Tic/tac/toe for Monday. Those who have finished may work on their review for Egypt.  

Law 120: Law students are workiong on the Forensic projects. Students worked in pairs to look at the science behind law. Can science help solve crime and if so how? History 113: Students are working on their WW1 projects. Remember that these projects are graded on work ethics in class/ presentation itself and presentation style. If you finish your project please go to the following website http://www.warmuseum.ca/overthetop/ and sign in and start completing missions. Each completed mission gives you 5 points. Reading tutor: Students will observe symbolizm in music. Ancient History: Students are working on the 5 famous mummies.