Students of the Week

Congratulations Gursher and Dania!

Bob the Cat and His Human, James

We watched a short video about a down and out busker in London, England who turned his life around in order to help an injured stray cat.
The cat repaid him with his loyalty. Passersby noticed, took pictures, and made scarves for Bob. Eventually James and Bob became somewhat famous. They were interviewed, books were written, and now even a movie has been made.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MePaWG7g5FA&t=2s

Because no one knows Bob’s story before he met James, the students have been asked to write a fictitious account.

By now their rough draft should be completed. They have been asked to edit, type, save, and print their stories by Monday. Ideally, the hey should do their own typing. Please assist your child with basic editing. Help him/her to find spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure mistakes and to make sure the story makes sense.

Please do not suggest changes to their story ideas. In class we will work to improve sentence starters, description, add paragraphs etc.

Thank you for supporting your child. Many are quite excited about this project. 

A Fort for All

The students were given the challenge to create a fort with walls and a roof that was big enough for the whole class to fit in.  Leadership, creativity, and tenacity were demonstrated by many.  They were successful!

Student of the Week

Congratulations Andrew!

Conferences and Happy Holidays

Thank you for coming to the student parent teacher conferences.  The students were glad you came!  I hope you felt you learned about your child's successes and goals for next term. It's always good to have your input as well.

We have all worked hard and are ready for a break!  Have a happy safe spring break!

Buddy Comics

The Grade 5 students worked with their buddies to create comics in which the little buddies were super heroes.  Mr. Karr told me later that his students really liked working with the older students.  They felt special.

Freshgrade

I am learning how to use Freshgrade.  After the break, the students will be sending photos and videos of some of their work using this technology.  Please read about it below.

Skiing Fun!

Practising Long Jump

Thank you Ms. Peter

We have been lucky to have a student teacher from Switzerland work with us for the past three weeks.  Today the students thanked her for helping in many ways and for teaching us a little about her country.

Supplies Needed

At this point in the school year, your child may have used up some of his/her school supplies.  In your child's planner you should find a list of supplies that are needed.  Please send the items after the spring break.  (Used items are encouraged.)  Prior to sending them, please have your child label the items with a permanent marker.

Thank you

Pink Shirt Day

We participated in the Family of Schools Pink Shirt Day flash mob at Grand Boulevard.  Unfortunately the weather didn't cooperate and it was difficult to hear speeches, but we all showed our support for inclusion, compassion, and sticking up for each other.  At school, we attended an assembly organized by the Do Good committee.  Many students from Division 6 worked hard to create a video with a message.  These students should be commended: Amelia, Olivia, Roya, Daniel, Drew, and Aly.

1 Metre Cubed

How many Grade 5 students fit into a 1 metre cubed cage?

Students of the Week

Congratulations Gael and Roya!

Flash Mob for Pink Shirt Day

Tomorrow after recess our class is participating in a flash mob at grand Boulevard.  We will be walking there and back.  Please remind your child to dress for the weather.  The students are also encouraged to wear something pink or a colour that makes them feel good during the rest of the day.
You are welcome to join us at Grand Boulevard.

Compound Machine Show and Tell

The students set up their machines in the library yesterday and classes filed through to see them.  Comments I heard from teachers included, "They really explained how the machines worked, using the names of simple machines and forces."  I heard students say, "... but I didn't get enough time to see all of them," and "I really like these."  One little boy in kindergarten went home and tried to duplicate a balloon popper.  I was proud to see our students trouble shooting as problems arose with their delicate machines.  By the end of the day they were exhausted but proud of themselves.  For now, I think they've all decided they do not want to run a booth in a trade show.

Thank you to the parents and grandparents who dropped by to view the machines and encourage the students, and thank you all again for your support with these projects.