november , 2010

Science

We have had a very exciting month in science. Right now we are learning about ecosystems, plants, and animals. We have watched a very interesting documentary about the sun, an episode of how a sewage treatment plant works which might have not been such a great idea considering we just had breakfast. We then made children’s books that describe the procedure of the water treatment plant. We all decided who would be the winner of our competition on who created the best children’s story and it turned out to be Josh and Gabe!

Spelling & Grammar

In Spelling and Grammar this month we learned about the simple subjects and verbs, the sentence base, adverbs, adjectives, compound subjects, simple and compound sentences, and much more. We also played fun grammar games to help us understand and practice the concepts we learned.

Math & Art

MathIn Math, we explored the world of fractions by learning how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions. We also learned about B.E.D.M.A.S and multiplication. 

ArtThis month we worked on pop art, landscape paintings, and learned about the 7 elements of art, which include; lines, shapes, colour, texture, shade, tint, and space. We also learned about the principles of design, which is about the rhythm, variety, harmony, and emphasis of a piece of art work.

What’s Up?GRADE 7 NEWS

Emily GarsonI really like Toronto Prep because of the teachers, kids, and the school activities that I can take part in. I also really like how it starts at 10 and I can always get help when I need it. -Emily Garson

“One must be careful of books and what is inside them for words have the power to change us”. 

Question of the WeekIf I could meet anyone in the world it would be……..”“

“If I could meet anyone in the world it would be Charlie Parker because I want to learn b-bop from him.” -Michael Borinsky 

“If I could meet anyone it would be Michael Jackson because I want to learn how to moon walk” -Josh Paull

“If I could meet anyone it would be Justin Bieber because I want to know who is taller.” -Gabe Garmaise

Kristen GlibertI like Toronto Prep School because of all of the amazing and fabulous teachers. I also love all of the great subjects I am taking and all of the great games, activities I can join. I like Toronto Prep School because it starts at 10:00am and ends at 3:55pm! Also on Friday's, school ends at 2:55!!!!!-Kristen Gilbert

“Live the dream of the dream you want to dream”

J.J. ShoomSchool Starts at 10:00, so I can sleep in and have more time on my hands. We don’t have to wear uniforms, so I don’t feel restricted and uncomfortable. -J.J Shoom

“Bomb me as much as you want but you can’t break me down”

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ART

WELCOME MR. EASON

NEW GR.7 ART TEACHER

THE NEW GROUP OF GRADE 7 STUDENTS AT TPS ARE A TALENTED INTERESTING BUNCH!! FOR ONE OF THEIR FIRST PROJECTS THEY CREATED A MOSAIC MASTERPIECE USING JUST

SCRAPS OF PAPER THAT THEY PATIENTALLY CUT OUT!

FIRST YEAR FOR

GR 7 ART!!

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On Tuesday October 26th, the grade 7 and 8 science students set out from TPS destined for the Ontario Science Centre. The students partook in several different demonstrations and a hands on lab experiment. Gavin and Liam prepared slides and viewed the microscopic world in the ecology lab.

Students watched in awe at the wonders of liquid nitrogen in the Fun with Chemistry demonstration. Kristin, Joshua, and Nick built structures from arches to bridges, while Max took a restful nap on a bed of nails during the Fun with Physics demonstrations. At great time was had by all who attended!

Grade 7/8 Science Centre Trip

GRADE 8 NEWS

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DEAR SHIRLEY

How  do  I  get  a  girl  I  have  a  crush  on  to  fall  in  love  with  me?    She  doesn’t  even  know  who  I  am  or  that  I  like  her.

-­‐Grade  8  Student

Dear  Grade  8  Student,

Getting  a  girl  to  fall  in  love  with  you  is  not  easy.    All  men  struggle  with  this  one  ordeal  for  most  of  their  lives.    I  suggest  you  become  more  involved  with  her,  sit  down  &  chat,  get  the  message  across  to  her  that  you  might  have  a  crush.    When  the  time  comes,  respond  to  that  with  asking  her  out  to  a  casual  lunch,  or  maybe  even  a  movie!    Take  it  slow,  and  it  normally  works  out!

Good  Luck,-­Shirley

How  do  I  study  for  a  mid-­‐term  exam  with  so  much  stress  already  on  me  from  other  the  other  classes?

-­‐Stressed  Child

Dear  Stressed  Child,

The  midterms  are  always  a  difKiculty.    I  assume  you  are  not/have  not  yet  been  in  TPS’  incredible  Learning  Strategies  class!    The  Kirst  step  is  to  organize  your  materials.    The  second  step  is  to  Kind  a  routine  to  review  your  materials  and  learn  the  stuff.    The  third  step  is  to  get  a  good  night’s  sleep  and  eat  well  the  night/morning  before.    If  you  follow  these  steps,  you  will  have  a  much  better  chance  of  achieving  a  better  grade!

You’ll  Do  Great,-­Shirley

Grade 8 Outtakes

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Grade 9s

The Grade 9s were busy this month!Dressing up for Hallowe’en!

Ms. Kauffman’s GLS1O class went to the park!

Technology Class went to Hannah’s Barn!

We went to the Shaw Film Festival!Student Council

Elections!

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Software UpdateAt Toronto Prep School, we are a macbook school. Each and every one of us students has one of these apple machines. What can we really do to make it really our own? There are a variety of things from dock changing applications to just simply changing your desktop background. When attempting to customize my own computer I ran into a dilemma, most of the programs that I needed or wanted were designed for the PC. I did find a few programs though. Dock Doctor gives you the option of changing the style and color of your dock, there are a few options but you have the ability to download more. Another cool application is Candy Bar. Candy bar lets you change each and every icon on your computer, from the finder icon to your cursor. The last application that I came across was dock view. Dock View is a program that when you scroll over an open application on your dock it gives you a small preview of the open program in a small window. These three applications are easy to use, easy to find, and very useful tools while operating a Macbook computer.

- Evan Walman

A small tribute to the gods of rock and roll such as Pink Floyd, Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osborne, Black Sabbath, ACDC and of course the one and only, Led Zeppelin. As a kid who basically grew up on these legends of rock, I have a strong sense of taste when it comes to rock and

roll… particularly when you add in the screaming electric guitar solo in the middle of the song. Music is important for people who like to kick back, but most of all to me its an escape to where you want your imagination to be. - Signy Harvey

TPS GRADE 10Edited:Max A. Kirsh NOVEMBER 2010

TORONTO PREP SCHOOL

BIRTHDAYS

Aaron Kazman

Maddie Roth

Blake Libfeld

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Daniel Rudnitsky speaks:

With  this  being  my  -irst  column  and  all  I  would  like  to  start  of  with  an  introduction.  Living  in  the  Kazak  region  of  Chickstan  life  was  tough,  but  I  prospered  with  good  knowledge  in  potassium  and  mathematics.    Within  this  column  I  will  be  talking  about  the  best  school  in  the  whole  world,  TPS  and  all  the  things  we  hear  about  you  students  back  in  my  village.  Ohhhh…  one  more  thing,  all  information  is  brought  to  you  buy  some  of  your  local  school  snakes;  be  on  the  look  out  peers! Wiz Khalifa- The Statement

Sam Adams- I Hate College

Nas- Book of Rhymes

Dante Leon- My City

What I’m Listening to- Shaun B

NEED HELP WITH END GAME? TALK TO MITCH “GAME-O-RAMA” McLEAN.

CONGRATS TO THE SMURFS, JULIA AND AVERY FOR WINNING THE HOUSE HALLOWE’EN COSTUME CONTEST!

THANK YOU TO DUSTIN STEIN FOR RETURNING THE CURSE ON THE MAPLE LEAFS! AFTER A QUICK START BY THE LEAFS, THE PARADE HAS BEEN CANCELLED!!

GRADE 11 TORONTO PREP SCHOOL- NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER

Grow your duster for Movember! See if you can beat Mr. Pizzuto and Mr. T in a moustache growing contest. Dustin Stein is off to a great start! Which one will you grow?

Jersey Shore day is approaching quickly; time to get your Ed Hardy shirts on and fist pump through the day; November 12th. Lets make this a situation! House points will be awarded for themost creative costumes...make this a grenade free day!

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Grade 12 NewsThis is just the first of, hopefully, many grade 12 newsletter pages. Mr. Oest would love to have some help with this page and, perhaps, next time there will be all sorts of contributors. Please speak to Mr. Oest if you have some ideas for next month’s edition.

Can you name the artists/bands for each of the albums on the right?

The first student to successfully name all of the artists/bands that recorded these albums will get a surprise gift from Mr. Oest.

Upcoming Events

Field Trips

1. Economics 11, 12 and World Issues 12

Thursday, November 11 - Attending the film “Inside Job.”

2.Earth & Space Science 12

Tuesday, November 16 - Don Valley Brickworks walking tour

University Visits

1. Thursday, November 11 at 9:15AM - UBC

2. Friday, November 12 at 9:15AM - Guelph

3. Wednesday, November 17 at 2:00PM - UWO Huron

4. Thursday, November 18 at 9:15AM - Windsor

5. Wednesday, November 24 at 10:15AM - Laurier                                

GR.11&12 OCTOBER MS.MAYER.

Nick Tomany Gr.12

Abstract

Elissia Aycan Gr.12

Seasons of Trees

Jordyn Letofsky Gr.12

Girl

THREE PIECE PAINTINGS

Nude Models at TPS in October...an exciting time of the year for grade 11 and 12 students who have the opportunity to experience the challenge of drawing real life figures! As for the student who “accidentally” walked in on the process... Ms.Mayer has her eye on you!

FIGURE DRAWING.. THE TALK OF TPS IN OCTOBER!

The Grade 12’s are challenged to compose a 3 piece set of paintings using only the primary colors!(red, blue, and yellow) The students have fun experimenting with different painting techniques and mixing colors!“ Painting, while listening to Ms.Mayer’s jams in

class have been the highlight of my month for

sure!” -Nick Tomany Gr. 12 Student

By: Elissia Aycan

Art

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FASHION DESIGN

Welcome to Fashion design 11, this month we are working on designing evening wear and practicing our sewing skills. We have all the professional equipment which include a professional ironing board, Sewing machines, and also Judy’s (dress forms).

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Future President Robin Maister giving her speech as the other candidates await their turn

Grade 10 candidate Sumner Thomas dances for votes

Grade 10 candidate Max Kirsh

The ballots and voters list

Lining up to vote on Election Day The voting booths were busy all morning as there was over 90% voter turn out

Student Council meets weekly under the supervision of Mr. Pizzuto to discuss school policies and formulate plans for events and address student needs and concerns.

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House News

Total Points

329 points 312 points 328 points 218 points

September Points

138 points 233 points 127 points 154 points

Point Totals PEGASUS CENTAUR PHOENIX

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HOCKEY POOL October Results

Participant Points House House Points

1. Z. Shessel 209 Minotaur 5 points 2. Mr. Eason 203 Phoenix 4 points3. K. Jameson 197 Pegasus 3 points4. J. Roebuck 196 Minotaur 2 points5. S. Chaplick 194 Centaur 1 point

School Team and School Club Points For October

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Centaur Pegasus Phoenix Minotaur Grade 9 Flag Football 6 6 2 10U20 Flag Football 120 40 60 60Cross-Country 4 18 4 8Tennis 6 2 14 2Golf 2 0 4 4Halloween Costumes/Pumpkins 84 59 37 61Hockey Pool 1 3 4 7Good Deed Points 10 10 2 2

TOTAL 233 138 127 154

UPCOMING HOUSE EVENTS

Twister Tournament Ping Pong Tournament Chess Tournament NHL 2010 Tournament Tiger Woods Golf Tournament Toy Drive and Food Drive

Welcome TPS Muses

The First Toronto Prep School Sisterhood

invitation

November 25, 2010Finger sandwiches tea and dessert

Toronto Prep School 2nd Floor - 6:30 P.M.RSVP 416.545.1020 Ladies Only

TPS RINGS NOW

AVAILABLEIn response to a great demand, we have designed a ring unique to our school. We are now taking orders from those who wish to purchase one.If you wish to purchase a TPS ring, please print and fill out this form. Bring it or mail it to our school with payment. We will have someone come in and verify your ring size for a proper fitting.The ring is pictured below. It is sterling silver (925), and it sells for $125.00 + $17.50 HST. Total cost of the ring is $142.50

Name of Student: _____________________________________ Ring Size (if known): ____________

Choice of Payment: (circle one)

Cash or Cheque (payable to Toronto Prep School) or Credit Card (fill out the form below)

Name on Credit Card: ______________________________________________________________________

Credit Card Name: ______________ Credit Card Number: ___________________________________

Expiration Date: ____________________ Authorization Code: ______________

School Announcements

Sick Kids’ Toy Drive:

Midterm Marks:

Community Involvement Hours:

Late and Absent Policy Reminder:A reminder to parents, please call or email if your child will be absent or late for any reason. Contact Ms. Faye Tsimicalis at attendance@torontoprepschool.com or call 416.545.1020.

Graduate Photos:

TPS Muses:

PAC - Parent Advisory Council Meeting:

The first meeting of the TPS Muses will be held on Thursday, November 25 at 6:30 P.M. in the school cafeteria. All ladies welcome. RSVP to Mrs. T.

Lost and Found:

Grades 8 and 12 graduate photos will be taken on Tues. Jan. 11 and Wed. Jan. 12, 2011. Book now.

Christmas Food Drive:

Parent Teacher Interviews:

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Red Door Shelter:

Students must submit any community involvement hours to the Guidance Office by May 28th so that each student transcript and community service tally may be updated. Forms can be downloaded from the wikispace or secured through the Guidance Office.

Recreational Hockey:The second PAC meeting of the 2010-2011 school year will be held on Wednesday, December 1 at 7:00 PM in the school cafeteria.

Toronto Prep Wikispace:

Toronto Prep Apparel:

Parent teacher interviews will be held on Thursday, November 18, 2010 starting at 6:00 P.M. and on Friday, November 19, 2010 starting at 10:00 AM. Please call the office 416.545.1020 to book interiew times.

If your child has misplaced any books or articles of clothing please check the Lost & Found box located in the Cafeteria on the 2nd floor.

It’s that time of year when the TPS students take on the TPS faculty for hockey bragging rights. Every Wednesday morning (8:00 AM) starting on November 17th at Leaside Arena the game is on! See Mr. Costley for details.

The Christmas food drive is on! Bring in your food donation to our school so that the less fortunate can enjoy the holidays. House points will be awarded.

The Midterm Marks came out on Monday, November 8, 2010 and were emailed to all parents.

TPS and PAC have organized an all day fundraiser for the Red Door Shelter on Wed. December 8, 2010.

The Christmas toy drive has begun! Bring in a new unwrapped toy to support Sick Kids’ Hospital. House points will be awarded. Please see Mrs. T.

Have you investigated our wikispace yet? If not, please visit: www.tpshome.wikispaces.com

No login or passwords are required, you can view all daily homework, course outlines, test and assignment dates, and other pertinent course material. You can also see any upcoming events, House competitions, Guidance announcements, and newsletters.

Toronto Prep Spartans Hoodies, T-shirts, and sweatpants as well as, TPS Adidas gym shorts and cool max dri-fit Ts are available for purchase. Parents must sign the order form before the apparel can be given out. Orders can be placed through Guidance or the Phys. Ed. department.

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Out takes