Sunday February 27th 2011
February of 2074 (IC-wise) Classes In Session
Muggle Studies 1; here; All years, first through seventh ((returning students should bring notes from previous terms, especially those regarding first aid))
History of Magic 2; here; All years, first through seventh
Divination 2; here; All years, first through seventh ((Bring any classroom materials you think may be necessary and dress accordingly. You will be outside.))
Care of Magical Creatures 2; here; All years, first through seventh ((Be sure to post
here first and follow all the rules the professor has set in the contract))
*Reminder: Do NOT post your late arrival. Just pretend like you were there the whole time. And please do adhere to the class rules, as it is the best way to show respect to the professors and avoid point loss.
Scheduled Classes Muggle Studies Lesson 2; The Muggle Studies Classroom; March 2nd @ around 12 pm (noon) EST / 5 PM GMT
Herbology Lesson 1; Greenhouse Two; February 28th @ 9 PM EST / 2 AM GMT to March 4th @ 11:59 PM EST / 4:59 AM GMT
Homework
Arithmancy 1
✵ Find a partner (or two or three, but you'll get the same credit regardless, it's just up to you if you say wanted to help someone out who didn't have a partner)
✵Using the Chieng Tung sets found in the Arithmancy classroom and lab, ask each other a question and then shake the sticks and draw one of the numbered sticks. Have your partner interpret the result based upon the meanings and vibrations associated with the number.
Make sure you do the same for your partner and give them the courtesy of a reading, as well!
*Don't overthink this assignment though. If you're thinking too hard, you're probably doing something wrong. You could just as easily get full marks for two RP posts versus ten novella posts. Just remember: quality over quantity.
*Note: If you were unable to attend the lesson, you're welcome to complete & include the class assignment with your homework for partial credit =)
Refer to this post for more information on submitting Arithmancy homework.
Worth: 10 points [extra credit possible for outstanding efforts*].
Due: At the start of the second lesson, which is tentatively scheduled for the end of February. But you'll be notified at least three days before the lesson begins =)
Be Sure to Include: Character Name, User Name, House, and User ID Number. AND ALL POST LINKS!!!
Ancient Runes 2
The three questions you wrote in class will serve as your homework. Answer each question as best you can and provide your references. If you did not complete three questions in class you can still submit this homework. Remember the three questions need to be based on the quiz questions that Truebridge asked in class and on the topic of Norse Mythology and the relationship with Runes.
1. Your question goes here /4
2. Your question goes here /4
3. Your question goes here /4
No late assignments will be accepted. PM your assignment to me, Con_Stripes and title it with the assignment name.
For more information on submitting Ancient Runes Homework, be sure to look at this post.
Worth: 4 points per question, so 12 points total
Due: 2 weeks from the date of this post.
Be sure to include: Username, User ID, House, Character Name, and Year at the top of the homework.
Transfiguration 2
Write an essay that answers the following question:
If you could transfigure all the rubbish in the world, and make it something useful, what would you turn it into and why?
OOC note from the professor: An essay needs to be about 2 paragraphs long (minimum), and with a minimum of 7 sentences per paragraph.
Please refer to this post for more information on how to submit Transfiguration homework.
Worth: 8 points
Due: March 11th @ 9 AM EST / 2 PM GMT
Be sure to include: Username, House, Character Name, and User ID at the bottom of the homework.
Flying 2
Customize a school broom. Add color, gadgets, or basic spells to the broom. Send a description along with a picture of your creation to Professor Vindictus.
Please note that this customized broomstick will be needed for the 3rd Flying Lesson.
Worth: 10 points with the possibility for extra points.
Due: March 4th @ 11:59 PM EST / 4:59 AM GMT
If you encounter any questions regarding the assignments, feel free to PM myself (Lindzers), Beth (imaginarynumb3rs), Wenz (Wenzlebug) or the Professor who assigned the homework.
Extras Hogwarts Grounds: Our dear Groundskeeper Stryker has a lot on his mind lately. Make sure to keep an eye on these hot spots for any volunteers he might be looking to lend a hand or two or four in doing some light chores around the grounds.
The Student Gardens: Everyone likes the student gardens well maintained. Have a knack for Herbology? Then why not offer your assistance in helping to ensure the plants are well nourished?
Hogwarts Library: Perhaps you are one who enjoys the books and spends way too much time inside reading/studying? If this is you, then try offering out your assistance to re-shelving/organizing books to Madame Donovan.
Animal Collective: Have no qualms of dealing with animals? Then the Animal Collective is the best place for you. Twenty different animals roaming free in an enclosure, that is quite a big number, isn't it? Professor Saylen could really use some apt, kind volunteers.
***SPECIAL EXTRAS*** Young Wizards Hunting Organization: A club for students interested in practicing the safe care of creatures (both magical and nonmagical) when said creatures are either threatened by or about to threaten muggles and/or wizards. Methods practiced will be both magical and nonmagical. Their first meeting is going on now, so pop on in and join!
Herbology Extra Credit: Score extra points for your house, by helping tidy up the greenhouses. Wear your work robes and bring your dragon hide gloves - this is going to be a bit messy. The opportunity will last until February 27th @ 11:59 PM EST / 4:59 AM GMT.
Find anyplace else that you think would be a good addition to this 'extras' list for Badgers to know about? Please send a PM to one (or both) of your House Prefects, or Quidditch Captain.
Quidditch
The Hufflepuff team won it's game against Ravenclaw, therefore the Ravenclaw team will go on to play the winner of the Gryffindor-Slytherin game in game 5. The winner of that game will go against Hufflepuff in the Quidditch Cup Championship!
House Points Gryffindor: 1038 Slytherin: 1021 Ravenclaw: 811 Hufflepuff: 767 Captain's Note
The term hasn't come to an end yet and, we still have a chance to get to get more yellow gems in our hourglass. 767
is a BIG number, but... I think it's time we pulled ahead of those 'claws again. Every little contribution counts, no matter how small, and we
are known as the house of the hard-workers. I'm sure we can do it, if we give it our best effort.
Speaking of house pride... Have you been up in the stands lately? The Hufflepuff quidditch team this term is filled with talent, and I'm confident we're going to do well this year. We won the game against Ravenclaw and, therefore, will be facing the winner of game 5 in the Quidditch Cup Championship! So exciting! Thanks for all the support in the stands and congrats team, on the outstanding performance in the last match! <3
Captain Melanie Lockhart.