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Your Teachers
Ms. Hwu:
Gr. 6 Homeroom

ELA 6, Science 6, Science 7, Career 6/7, Fine Arts 6/7

Ms. Gulbrandsen:
Gr. 7 Homeroom

ELA 7, Social Studies 6, Social Studies 7

Mr. Flower

Math 6, Math 7, PE 6/7, IT 6/7

Ms. Hwu
Born in Japan, but
kindergarten university
near Vancouver, Canada
I love my family, friends,
traveling, reading, good food,
working with kids, being active

Ms. Hwus Education

Elementary/high school in Delta, BC
UBC BSc in Biochemistry, minor in English Lit
UBC BEd in Secondary Education, Chem & English

Teaching Experience
Lifeguard/Swim instructor - babies, children, adults
UBC Biology Peer Tutor
Canadian high school English, Science, ELL
CBIS grade 6 homeroom (2014-2015)

Ms. Gulbrandsen
Your teacher who enjoys
learning about other cultures.
Things I like:
walking/hiking
good movie soundtracks
baking with friends & family
story-telling

Ms. Gs Education
Elementary

High school

TWU

UBC

Stavanger,
Norway

Victoria, BC

Langley, BC

Vancouver,
BC

Communications
Concentration:
History

Social Studies
& ELL
Education

Teaching Experience
English teacher to new immigrants in Vancouver
English teacher in Japan (elementary & junior high)
English teacher in Japan (university program)
Canadian high school: Social Studies and ELL Ed.

Mr. Flower
Born in New York, but grew up in North Carolina.
Middle School and High School - West Iredell
North Carolina

Mr. Flower
Enjoys- Football, MMA, Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu,
Hiking, Swimming, Kayaking, DIY projects, and
playing video games.

Mr Flowers Education
Appalachian State- BS- Business Education
(Careers and Computers)
University of Southern California (Last Semester)
- Masters of Art in Teaching

Teaching Experience
Practicum- Statesville Senior High (Statesville,
NC)
4 years ESL teacher
2015-2016 SIS Canada (Sokcho, South Korea)
2 years as a math and reading tutor

Communication
BLOG
GOOGLE CLASSROOM
EMAIL

Weekly Schedule
Excitingly different from last year!

Why the change?

- Teacher specialization
- Experiencing different teaching styles
- Introduction to high school/university rotation
system

Weekly Schedule
Please refer to your printed weekly schedule to
see where your classes are.
Grade 6 and 7 schedules will be posted in Rooms
503 & 504, in the hallway, and on class blogs.

New BC Curriculum

New BC Curriculum
Why the change?
- Modernizing Education
- Student Ownership and Passion
- Teacher Flexibility to Explore

Memorable Learning
Experiences

Homework
30 min a night
Independent English reading for
30-45 min a night

Class Supplies List

Any Questions?

Assessment
A

Excellent

Very Good

C+

Good

Satisfactory

C-

Minimally Acceptable

Incomplete

Class expectations
Respect yourself, respect others, and respect
our place
Please contact teachers directly if you have
any questions/concerns about your child,
before you contact the office.

Uniforms
Top

CBIS white/gray T-shirt

CBIS white poloshirt
CBIS blue shirt

Bottom

No

Shoes

leather or running shoes,

no Crocs

pattern
dark blue skirt (girls)
dark blue slacks
dark blue shorts

Speaking English

Technology Policy
Electronic devices may only be used for
academic purposes
Approval and Supervision is required for use of
electronics
If you need to get in contact with your child,
please call the school office

Birthdays

If you are planning to celebrate your childs

birthday with the class, please email your HR
teacher and plan parties for after 14:20!

After Class Activities (ACA)

Schedule still being finalized
Different from last year: Details to come
Please contact Mr. Claudio if you have concerns

Student/Parent Handbook
Has a lot of important information
Please read through it all
Sign and return page with parent
signature before Friday Sept. 9

Questions before going to

homeroom teachers?