I have been extremely busy this week helping your children get ready for the PAT's. It has been a long week and I know they will all be glad when it is over...the party is almost here!

With respect to  the PAT's I hope your children have been sharing their marks with you, as I have been relaying them to them after the exam has been corrected. I will send the averages in a separate email. 

Yesterday we had a relaxing day centered around Aboriginal stories, art, social studies and religion. We made talking sticks and learned more about the Peace Maker (part of Social).

Next week, we begin with the Farewell on Monday. A potluck lunch organized by the parents, and a farewell message from me. 
Tuesday we walk to the church for our final celebration of the year. We chose upbeat music and the students have been in charge of running the hymn sing at school. Wednesday is Play day and Mr. Johnston has organized all of the stations to revolve around Canada's 150th birthday. the grade six students will be manning the stations...bring LOTS of water if it is hot out. 
Thursday, we will be cleaning and taking everything home. I would like them to either bring in or wear the T-shirts they will receive (and the yearbooks)  to have them signed by one another. 
and then....it's time to say goodbye 😢.

I have enjoyed my first year in Grade 6 and have enjoyed watching your children grow into young adults. They will go on to do great things. Keep them close, as time WILL fly by.