Grade 7 & 9 EOE

We have moved into our climbing unit to prepare for our climbing field trips that will happen in early December.
Topics of the unit will include;
- Identifying the different types/styles of climbing.
- Understanding the parts of a harness and how to put one on properly.
- How to tie basic climbing knots (figure 8 follow through, figure 8 on a bite, clove hitch, italian hitch)
- How to belay safely using a grigri.
- Proper communication and commands while climbing.
- Identifying basic climbing gear

EOE 8

We have wrapped up our Orienteering unit and lessons on how to dress properly for the elements when participating in Outdoor Activities.

This week, we will be looking at the parts of a Mountain Bike and identifying possible hazards on the hill when mountain biking.

Students are reminded that if they have outstanding assignments to hand them in to Mrs. Hunchak as soon as possible.  Extra copies of the assignments can be found by logging into D2L.  Marks have been updated on HomeLogic.

EOE 7

We have been focusing recently on heat loss.  To understand heat loss, we have been learning about the particle theory, conduction, convection, radiation, respiration, and evaporation.

We're going to be moving on to speaking about clothing and how to plan for our varying weather that we see in Calgary and in the mountains.

EOE 9

September 29th, 2016

Recently, students have been working through day trip planning.  What might be items that are helpful to pack and how to prepare for properly.  For each unit we work through, we will try to identify a common injury and how to do basic first aid for it.  For our day trip planning, we have been working through how to tape a rolled ankle.  Below is a link to an excellent video on how to tape an ankle.  Remember, we are not doing continuous figure 8 to heel locks.  Continue to watch the end of the video where it shows how to do them separately.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FctWuF8roI

EOE 8 September 26 - September 30, 2016

This week in EOE 8:

Monday - Wrap up Orienteering
Wednesday- How to Dress for the Weather when doing outdoor pursuits.
Friday - How to Dress for the Weather Assignment


I am just finalizing dates for trips and once I have them,  I will post them.

EOE 8 September 19 - September 23

This week, students will continue to work on their Orienteering Skills outside around the school yard!

Make sure you are prepared for the weather!!

Reminder: Parent/Teacher Interviews are Thursday September 22 from 4:00-8:00pm and Friday September 23 from 9:00-1:00.  You can book time with me through Conference Manager!

EOE 8 - September 12- September 16, 2016

Students will work on some Orienteering Skills this week.  They will work with a map and compass around the school to work on finding their bearings!

Be prepared for the weather!  We will be outside rain or shine!