Charms Lesson One

When:
Monday, September 3rd, 9 am sharp
- OOC: January 7th, sometime around 10 am GMT -5

Where:
Classroom 2E

Who:
All of YOU!

What to bring:
Wand, text, parchment, quill, common sense, a strong stomach and your coat of bravery for those less gifted with the stuff.

Before posting I ask that you familiarize yourself with the classroom rules 'cause they matter and all that jazz. Plus I'll know if you didn't.

⌦ When
Wednesday, October 3rd promptly at 2 pm
OOC date & time : Friday, January 9th at approximately 10 am PST
⌦ Where
the Astronomy Classroom
⌦ Who
You, you, you, and you!
⌦ What to bring
Your wand, textbook, parchment, and quill.

Wearing a suit is not required as you all should be in your Hogwarts uniforms.

All students are welcome and encouraged to attend this lesson. I only ask that you familiarize yourself with my rules before attending - I will know if you have not done so.

Slytherin vs Gryffindor

Welcome ALL students, new and returning! The FIRST Preliminary Gobstones Match of the term between the Cunning Slytherins and Brave Gryffindors is just around the corner! You won't want to miss out, so put on that face paint, wave those house flags, and come cheer your classmates on in the stands because this match is going to be out. of. this. world!

Good luck to all and see you there!

OOC Announcement: The match will last approximately 7 days, January. 6th - January. 12th. The Gobstones Rules have been revised, so please read and re-read ALL the rules before posting in the match or viewing area.

'Create Your Own Potion' Workshop!

You've read it right: I, Professor Culloden, will hold a year-long potions workshop where you, students, will be able to create your own potions. We will work together. I have to warn you all, though: YOU will be doing the work, I will only watch over you. If you are interested in, owl me your name, year and the potion you want to create. You have until 15 November 2084 to do so.

OOC: That's right, guys! I'll be holding a workshop for your characters to create whichever potion they want (except outrageous potions, of course). Lists always make it easier, so here're the things I want to say:

• I won't award points. However, I will add your potion in the 'Potions Recipe Book' with credit to you. If you don't want that but still want to participate, that's also fine. Basically, this is up to you.
• We'll hold the scenes in either potions lab or I'll create a new thread (depending on how many people sign up).
• I'm planning to have a new step every 2 weeks, but don't worry: It'll be really simple! I have a RL too, so it won't take too much of our SS time, promise!
• You can drop out anytime if you want and/or go at your own speed, but it'll be nice if you aren't behind more than two steps.
• Please PM me the potion you want to create and exactly what you want it to do, along with your character's name and year.
• Please pick only one potion.
• The OOC deadline to sign up is January 21, 23.59 EST.

You can PM/DM/IM me any questions you have.

PS. For now, you only need to PM me what I've wanted ^^ I'll tell the next step in the session, but generally, you'll find the ingredients and we'll discuss the steps later.

I hope we'll have fun with this!

Charms Lesson #1

Attention Ravenclaws: The first Charms lesson of the term has opened. Be sure to have brushed up on the rules before posting!

Arithmancy Lesson One

What: The first Arithmancy lesson of the term
Who: All years are welcome
Where: The Arithmancy classroom (it's on the second floor, first years)
When: January 15, opening in the evening EST
Why: To knock the stuffing out of your heads

Astronomy Lesson #1 is OPENED!

Interested in partaking in a super fun lesson and earning points for your house, the MOST NOBLE RAVENCLAW?! Head on over and join us...and check out this link about the RULES, too!

The deadline to sign up for Eagle Comrades is quickly approaching! You only have THREE DAYS left. Head on over and scribble down your name so you don't miss out on this great opportunity!



Also, we are currently endeavoring to update the student scroll found here. Please double check your name is spelled correctly and you are placed in the correct year. If you spot a problem (or we missed you!) please let me know!

When: Wednesday October 10, at 10:00 a.m.

Where: Divination Tower

Materials to bring: Text book, Parchment, and if you have a pet cat please bring them with you. If you do not have a cat don't worry there will be enough.

Dress attire: Silly slipper day! If you wear silly slippers you may wear comfy clothes, but please remember they must be school appropriate!!




OOC: Class will start on January 16. I will open the classroom the night before, but it will official begin the morning of the 16. Please make sure you are familiar with all ss rules and classroom rules.

Muggle Studies Lesson 1

When: October 16th, 2085
OOC date-January 16th, late afternoon EST


Where: Muggle Studies Classroom, first floor

Who: All students welcome

What to Wear? Comfortable clothing and trainers, please

What to bring:
Textbook, paper and writing utensil of your choice, a good attitude and an open mind

Please familiarize yourself with the rules before attending the lesson! Hope to see you there!

Charms Homework I

Get in a little more practice with the spell you were taught during the lesson in the Charms Annexe. There are various items in the chest located in the room that would be appropriate for testing the spell on. Don't break anything you don't plan to fix, don't blow things up.

Extra Credit: A short essay on respect (one paragraph, 4 sentences minimum)

Due: January 24, 2015 @ midnight GMT -5

OOC: You will need 5 posts to be considered for full credit with this homework assignment.

Divination Lesson One is open!

Arithmancy One and Muggle Studies One are also open!!

There are two options for this homework. Please only complete ONE of them for credit. Doing more will not earn you double the house points. Extra credit is available to outstanding efforts and creativity.

⌦ option one (worth 10 pts)
Using your textbook, answer the following:

1. Define the term “equinox” using your own words.
2. Define the term “solstice” using your own words.
3. Define the term “cross-quarter day” using your own words and how does it related to Halloween?
4. What is “Samhain” and how does it relate to astronomy?
5. What are the seven October constellations?

OOC: This is a straight forward question and answer option. Please please PLEASE use your own words and do not just copy paste from Wikipedia or another site <3

⌦ option two (worth 10 pts)
Select one of the constellations discussed in class and design a Halloween costumed based on it.

OOC: This is a graphics inclined option. You may hand draw, Photoshop manip, or Polyvore to create your costume.

⌦ RP EXTRA CREDIT (worth 5 points)
Come enjoy the Halloween party in the Spirit Room You'll receive further instructions upon arrival. You are encouraged to come in costume - it IS Halloween after all. Bonus points if you come wearing your designed costume or any astronomy related costume

OOC: this is an optional RP assignment. Please keep in mind that the thread may remain open longer than the homework deadline listed below. Please PM me the links to your posts when you submit. Please visit the link above for further instructions on how to earn extra credit.

⌦ this assignment is due January 24th @ midnight PST

Please be sure you have read through Astronomy & Space Navigation and paid particular attention to the rules regarding homework submission. Late homework submissions will not be accepted. Any questions, concerns, or what have you can be sent to me via PM. You do NOT have to have participated in the lesson to do this homework.

General Announcement About Potions Workshop

We will have a general meeting thrice. The meetings will be held in the potions laboratory. Below are the dates of all three meetings:

First meeting: November 10, at 18.30
Second meeting: January 16, at 11.00
Third meeting: May 20, at 10.00

All of you who have signed up are expected to show up in all three meetings, but if for some reason you miss the first two, that's okay. However, be present at the third meeting.

Hope to see you there,
Professor Cosgrach Culloden

OOC: List time!

1. I'll have another thread set up for this.
2. The OOC dates are:

   First meeting: January 21
   Second meeting: February 14
   Third meeting: March 27

3. What the man said (sort of): To have your creation included in the 'Potions Recipe Book', you are expected to come to at least one meeting (doesn't matter which). Please don't stress it if you can't make it to the other two, we can assume your character met Cosgrach later to discuss it or got the notes from a friend.
4. First meeting will cover the ingredients, second meeting the process and third meeting the experiments&brewing.
5. Again, it's not obligatory at all.
6. Any other questions? Shoot me a PM!

TRANSFIGURATION HAS BEEN SCHEDULED!

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Familiarize yourself with Davvy Wavvy's CLASSROOM RULES before coming to class!

New club coming to Hogwarts?

OOC: The meeting will begin here in about twenty-four hours... look for a new thread!

Arithmancy Homework One

The question the lesson centered around was: "What happens with Arithmancy calculations if someone changes their name (marriage, divorce, adoption, etc.)? Do they use their new name, or is it more accurate to use the name they had at birth?"

Quote:

Answer the following:
1. Explain the difference between the ancient school of thought and the more modern viewpoint on this matter.
2. Summarize the arguments for and against each view.
3. What is your personal opinion?

There is no length requirement except that answers should be of sufficient length to properly address the question. This assignment is due on January 27 at 11:59 pm EST. Homework submission guidelines can be found here.

For those that signed up for the Potions' Workshop...

THE FIRST MEETING HAS OPENED.

Attention! Attention!

TRANSFIGURATION 1 IS OPEN!

Make sure you acquainted yourself with Davvy Wavvy's RULES.

Ravenclaw vs Hufflepuff

Welcome ALL students, new and returning! The second Preliminary Gobstones Match of the term between the Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs is starting now! You won't want to miss out, so put on that face paint, wave those house flags, and come cheer your classmates on in the stands because this match is going to be out. of. this. world!

Good luck to all and see you there!

OOC Announcement: The match will last approximately 6 days, January. 21st - January. 26th. The Gobstones Rules have been revised, so please read and re-read ALL the rules before posting in the match or viewing area.

EDIT: Ravenclaw's first Gobstones match of the term has opened! So everyone come and play and cheer!

For those interested in ADVENTURES and MAPS...

THE FIRST EVER CARTOGRAPHY CLUB MEETING HAS OPENED.

Muggle Studies Homework #1

We talked briefly in class about stamps. For your homework, I'd like you to design your own unique stamp. Something that represents who you are as a person. Then briefly explain why you've chosen the design you did. (A paragraph will do, at least 4 sentences long)

Extra Credit: Paragraph on the benefits of being a post person.

Due: February 2nd, 2015 by 10pm EST

OOC: Art can be done using photoshop, paint, or be hand drawn. Please don't just get an existing stamp off google and send that in! Also, make sure you're familiar with how to submit homework! <3

C'mon Eagles, let's keep our lead