This week in Learning:
MATH continue with patterns and moving onto algebra whereby the entry number becomes a variable. Please sign module 2 tests and return asap.
SCIENCE: we have completed the unti and the test will be next week. A study guide is on GC.
SOCIAL: we look more closely at the charter of rights and freedoms.
FLA: we will complete GB+ this week and move onto something else next week.
ELA: finish Vermeer. How to write a news article.
PICTURE DAY tomorrow...best smiles ever
I hope everyone had a blessed Thanksgiving with family.
This week in learning:
MATH: we begin unit one which looks at patterns and it is the beginning of algebra. TEST on Thursday for unit 2.
SCI: today we looked at handwriting analysis and next up will be fingerprints.
ES: still a few students to write the test before they go home for signature. We will begin chapter 2 this week...how does democracy really work?
FLA: we continue with GB+ evaluations (of which I have done none to date...UGH)
ELA: we will hopefully finish the novel this week and work on news articles beginning next week. There will be a quiz on figures of speech this week. Review your notes.
ART: one point perspective
Religion: we know God through reason and faith
LOCKDOWN Wednesday afternoon
REMINDER this week: the school nurse is coming to teach the students about vaccines on Oct 6th before they receive their HPV and Hep B vaccines.
FOOD drive for St Luke's Feed the hungry. Please send non-perishables this week.
This week in learning:
MATH: order of operations con't and we look at whole numbers, whether positive or negative. We are almost done this unit so a test will be forthcoming next week.
SC: chromatographie and fiber samples
ES: we had the speeches today and students were very attentive and asked some great questions. We vote this afternoon and results will be given tomorrow. Current events continue. TEST Friday the 7th on intro and chapter 1.
FLA: we begin guided reading groups. This is to improve students' reading levels. While they work in groups, I am able to evaluate their levels.
ELA: continue Vermeer. We will read to chapter 16 by the end of this week.
Religion: have you found your rock? Now you need to practice Trudy's Rock story to be a knowledge keeper. You will share the story with your copain this week.
ART: Onomatopee due next Tuesday Oct 11. Sketchbooks due Oct 17th
My favorite part of Parent Teacher Conferences is when parents tell me that their child goes home and tells them what they are doing and learning in class. It indicates that a connection has been made. Thank you to all the parents who came in person and online or phone to chat. Your support and input into your child's education is appreciated.
This week in learning:
MATH: we are looking at order of operations this week and if you remember the acronym PDMAS you will be successful. Have your child teach it to you.
SC: tire treads left behind at the scene of the crime, what do investigators look at? Possibly looking at fingerprints as well this week.
ES: we begin current events, Students have a schedule whereby they need to watch the news a few days before presenting and tell the class about something in the news with respect to government, any level. We look at why need a govn't and what our constitution is. NOMINATION forms are due Thursday. Speeches are next week, October 3rd.
FLA: we will begin our reading program this week. Students will be placed in same level groups and do guided reading. This allows me to evaluate the reading level of students individually.
On Google Classroom, I have placed a website to help with grammar and verbs for students to use to improve their writing skills. All types of activities are there and if we are working on one aspect, they can practice at home.
https://www.ortholud.com/exercices_de_grammaire_1_1.html
ELA: we continue with Vermeer. Chapters 9-12 will be assigned.
Religion: Please finish your reflections on our opening mass before you forget what it was about. This week, we come to know God through nature and human creation.
Musique: choice of French songs is due today. Next class we research and analyze it, before the head to head competition.
ART: onomatopee is due next Thursday
Also this week:
Fire drill tomorrow...we have already practiced, I'm not worried about behavior or remembering what to do...you guys rock
Terry Fox: bring a toonie for Terry. We run from 9h15 for about 30 mins. Permission forms need to be signed and returned before Wednesday a.m.
Orange shirt day is Thursday. We will remember the children in residential schools. Wear Orange. No school on Friday.