Word of the day: herald
Reminders:
1. Tomorrow morning (9 a.m.) is our Dress Rehearsal. Please make sure your child's "tacky tourist" costume and their flashlight (labelled with their name) is here. The general public is welcome to attend the Dress Rehearsal.
2. Our concert is Wednesday night. Please make sure your child is here by 6:45 at the latest. Please remember that babysitting will be provided for babies and preschoolers to minimize the possibility of them disrupting the performance.
3. Thanks to everyone for their Food Bank donations. We're still collecting items for this worthwhile cause and appreciate every generosity that is extended to the Food Bank.
4. Mrs. Irwin's class is selling tickets for the gingerbread house. The draw for the house will be Wednesday. Bring your quarters!
Monday, December 15, 2008
Thursday, December 11, 2008
December 11, 2008
Word of the day: tannenbaum
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow
There's a note coming home with your child today detailing lots of Christmas reminders. Please ask to see it. Thanks.
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow
There's a note coming home with your child today detailing lots of Christmas reminders. Please ask to see it. Thanks.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
December 10, 2008
Word of the day: hark
Reminders:
1. Food bank items!
Please try to dig up some "tacky tourist" clothing (loud shirts, Bermuda shorts, sunglasses, cameras, etc.) - for your child for our Christmas concert number. Also, we are looking for suitcases, travel bags, etc. as props. If you have some luggage that we can borrow, that would be great.
Great job on the wreaths! They're on display on the bulletin board outside our classroom - drop in for a look if you get a minute.
Reminders:
1. Food bank items!
Please try to dig up some "tacky tourist" clothing (loud shirts, Bermuda shorts, sunglasses, cameras, etc.) - for your child for our Christmas concert number. Also, we are looking for suitcases, travel bags, etc. as props. If you have some luggage that we can borrow, that would be great.
Great job on the wreaths! They're on display on the bulletin board outside our classroom - drop in for a look if you get a minute.
Monday, December 8, 2008
December 8, 2008
Word of the day: wassail
Reminders:
1. Library tomorrow.
Announcements:
1. Our class is performing in this year's Christmas concert next Wednesday evening. The concert starts at 7:00. Students should meet in our classroom by 6:45 at the latest.
2. We are sledding tomorrow and Wednesday afternoons. Please send your child with appropriate outer wear and with a helmet. (If your child does not have a helmet, one will be provided for them by the school.) Students are invited to bring their own sleds, toboggans, etc. - we'll share with those who don't have any sleds.
3. Please feel free to start sending food bank items to school as we will again be supporting this very worthwhile cause. You can drop in any time and view the growing pile of non-perishables at the front door.
4. Please note that if you signed up to participate in the French Canadian Christmas feast at the activity centre on December 15, you must be there with your child. Thanks.
5. I have a book order item that was not claimed last week. If you placed an order last time and did not get your book, please let me know.(The book was called "Bakugan Create and Trace". Thanks.
Reminders:
1. Library tomorrow.
Announcements:
1. Our class is performing in this year's Christmas concert next Wednesday evening. The concert starts at 7:00. Students should meet in our classroom by 6:45 at the latest.
2. We are sledding tomorrow and Wednesday afternoons. Please send your child with appropriate outer wear and with a helmet. (If your child does not have a helmet, one will be provided for them by the school.) Students are invited to bring their own sleds, toboggans, etc. - we'll share with those who don't have any sleds.
3. Please feel free to start sending food bank items to school as we will again be supporting this very worthwhile cause. You can drop in any time and view the growing pile of non-perishables at the front door.
4. Please note that if you signed up to participate in the French Canadian Christmas feast at the activity centre on December 15, you must be there with your child. Thanks.
5. I have a book order item that was not claimed last week. If you placed an order last time and did not get your book, please let me know.(The book was called "Bakugan Create and Trace". Thanks.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
December 4, 2008
Word of the day: apparel
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow.
2. There is a noon dismissal tomorrow for the students.
3. There will be no show and tell tomorrow, because of the early dismissal.
4. Wreaths are due Monday.
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow.
2. There is a noon dismissal tomorrow for the students.
3. There will be no show and tell tomorrow, because of the early dismissal.
4. Wreaths are due Monday.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
December 3, 2008
Word of the day: philanthropist
Reminders:
1. Spelling homework is due tomorrow.
2. Math sheet is due tomorrow. If your child is having problems with the problems, remember to get them to double-read the question, then draw a picture if they're still stuck.
3. Cookie sale tomorrow.
4. Book order (the last one of the year!) is due Friday.
The guitars are hung in the classroom - drop in for a look if you're at school. They really add alot to the room!
Reminders:
1. Spelling homework is due tomorrow.
2. Math sheet is due tomorrow. If your child is having problems with the problems, remember to get them to double-read the question, then draw a picture if they're still stuck.
3. Cookie sale tomorrow.
4. Book order (the last one of the year!) is due Friday.
The guitars are hung in the classroom - drop in for a look if you're at school. They really add alot to the room!
Monday, December 1, 2008
December 1, 2008
(Review) word of the day: endeavor
Congratulations to Liam for winning Selling Immunity today! Well done!
Reminders:
1. Library books for tomorrow.
2. Spelling due Thursday.
We finished the second coat of paint on the guitars today. (Thanks SO much to Britney's parents for cutting out the cardboard forms for us.) They look MAHVELOUS -and should look even better when they're "sparkle-ized" tomorrow. Try to drop in and see them before the end of the week. Prepare to pick your jaw off the floor!
Your child is bringing home a wreath today as part of another unusual homework assignment. Their job is to decorate the wreath with a theme - a colour theme or a sports one or a ribbon one - whatever catches the imagination. Parents are allowed to help and participate. The finished wreaths are due back next Monday. Have fun with this project!
Congratulations to Liam for winning Selling Immunity today! Well done!
Reminders:
1. Library books for tomorrow.
2. Spelling due Thursday.
We finished the second coat of paint on the guitars today. (Thanks SO much to Britney's parents for cutting out the cardboard forms for us.) They look MAHVELOUS -and should look even better when they're "sparkle-ized" tomorrow. Try to drop in and see them before the end of the week. Prepare to pick your jaw off the floor!
Your child is bringing home a wreath today as part of another unusual homework assignment. Their job is to decorate the wreath with a theme - a colour theme or a sports one or a ribbon one - whatever catches the imagination. Parents are allowed to help and participate. The finished wreaths are due back next Monday. Have fun with this project!
Friday, November 28, 2008
November 28, 2008
(Review) word of the day: unique
The "shoe and tell" was a big hit today. Take a look at some of the photos:
Also, ask your child to tell you about the "Nail Challenge" where you have to balance a handful of nails on the top of another, vertical nail. It's a very cool trick.
As well, if you haven't had your child introduce you to "Black Magic", you'd better ask about that - it's another cool idea.
BIG NEWS on the phys. ed. frontier: the class shattered their paddle ball record. The class total for wall volleys is now 76! Amazing!
The "shoe and tell" was a big hit today. Take a look at some of the photos:
Also, ask your child to tell you about the "Nail Challenge" where you have to balance a handful of nails on the top of another, vertical nail. It's a very cool trick.
As well, if you haven't had your child introduce you to "Black Magic", you'd better ask about that - it's another cool idea.
BIG NEWS on the phys. ed. frontier: the class shattered their paddle ball record. The class total for wall volleys is now 76! Amazing!
Thursday, November 27, 2008
November 27, 2008
(Review) Word of the Day: cease
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow.
2. Tomorrow's Show and Tell theme will be "Shoe and Tell" - any footwear (sports related, baby booties, fancy shoes, photos of shoes, etc.) is welcome. Let's see how creative people can get!
Some students are still having trouble with subtraction using borrowing (for example, 3,004 - 268. If you have some time and would like to make a difference in your child's math abilities, reviewing subtracting questions like the sample would be helpful.
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow.
2. Tomorrow's Show and Tell theme will be "Shoe and Tell" - any footwear (sports related, baby booties, fancy shoes, photos of shoes, etc.) is welcome. Let's see how creative people can get!
Some students are still having trouble with subtraction using borrowing (for example, 3,004 - 268. If you have some time and would like to make a difference in your child's math abilities, reviewing subtracting questions like the sample would be helpful.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
November 25, 2008
(Review) word of the day: reminisce
Please keep practising those math adding fact with your child. The links on the side will take you to games that will help with the practice or you can just ask your child questions orally.
Please keep practising those math adding fact with your child. The links on the side will take you to games that will help with the practice or you can just ask your child questions orally.
Monday, November 24, 2008
November 24, 2008
(Review) Word of the day: vacant
Reminders;
1. Tomorrow is library book exchange day.
2. Spelling homework is due this Thursday.
3. Some students will have more homework in the next little while, as we are beginning to move more quickly in Language Arts. Anyone who is not able to finish their written assignments within class time will now be asked to complete the assignment at home. Homework is ALWAYS due the next day, unless otherwise noted. Please check over your child's work before they return it to school - the extra time you spend with them and their schoolwork is invaluable. Nothing beats individual attention!
Swimming went very well last week. There will be some great photos coming soon to the students' journals.
I apologize for not posting to this blog lately. Reporting and interviewing time is uber busy, and I'm afraid I let this blog slip because of that. Please remember, incidentally, that anytime you have questions or comments regarding your child, you can drop in or call me at the school (the school's number is 4447 and my room extension is 204) or jot down a note in your child's agenda or email me (lindmorg@gyrd.ab.ca). I'll get back to you as soon as I can if you leave me messages.
Reminders;
1. Tomorrow is library book exchange day.
2. Spelling homework is due this Thursday.
3. Some students will have more homework in the next little while, as we are beginning to move more quickly in Language Arts. Anyone who is not able to finish their written assignments within class time will now be asked to complete the assignment at home. Homework is ALWAYS due the next day, unless otherwise noted. Please check over your child's work before they return it to school - the extra time you spend with them and their schoolwork is invaluable. Nothing beats individual attention!
Swimming went very well last week. There will be some great photos coming soon to the students' journals.
I apologize for not posting to this blog lately. Reporting and interviewing time is uber busy, and I'm afraid I let this blog slip because of that. Please remember, incidentally, that anytime you have questions or comments regarding your child, you can drop in or call me at the school (the school's number is 4447 and my room extension is 204) or jot down a note in your child's agenda or email me (lindmorg@gyrd.ab.ca). I'll get back to you as soon as I can if you leave me messages.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
November 13, 2008
Word of the day: cease
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow!
2. We're having "Cuddley and Tell" for Show and Tell tomorrow afternoon. Last week's "Book and Tell" was a hit - can't wait to see what will come through the door tomorrow!
3. Swimming forms should be signed and returned as soon as possible.
4. Book orders are due tomorrow.
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow!
2. We're having "Cuddley and Tell" for Show and Tell tomorrow afternoon. Last week's "Book and Tell" was a hit - can't wait to see what will come through the door tomorrow!
3. Swimming forms should be signed and returned as soon as possible.
4. Book orders are due tomorrow.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
November 6, 2008
Word of the day: vacant
Reminders:
1. Study for the spelling test...and practise those addition facts!
2. UNICEF envelopes!
3. The choir will be starting up again this year. Your child is bringing a note home regarding this. If they'd like to join, the choir practises will start next Wednesday at lunch. You'll need to sign and return the permission slip that's attached to the note if your child is joining choir.
Our class has been invited to attend the high school Remembrance Day assembly tomorrow morning, so if you arrive unexpectedly at the school and we're not here, check the high school gym.
We're instituting a new format for Show and Tell. We'll pick a different theme each week and the students are invited (but not required) to bring an item to show that demonstrates that theme. We'll hold the Show and Tells Friday afternoons, right after lunch. This week's theme (for tomorrow) is "Book and Tell", so the students who want to participate will bring a favourite or interesting book from home and tell us a bit about it.
Reminders:
1. Study for the spelling test...and practise those addition facts!
2. UNICEF envelopes!
3. The choir will be starting up again this year. Your child is bringing a note home regarding this. If they'd like to join, the choir practises will start next Wednesday at lunch. You'll need to sign and return the permission slip that's attached to the note if your child is joining choir.
Our class has been invited to attend the high school Remembrance Day assembly tomorrow morning, so if you arrive unexpectedly at the school and we're not here, check the high school gym.
We're instituting a new format for Show and Tell. We'll pick a different theme each week and the students are invited (but not required) to bring an item to show that demonstrates that theme. We'll hold the Show and Tells Friday afternoons, right after lunch. This week's theme (for tomorrow) is "Book and Tell", so the students who want to participate will bring a favourite or interesting book from home and tell us a bit about it.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
November 5, 2008
Word of the day: dumb
Reminders:
1. Spelling is due tomorrow.
2. The science "Rock Project" is due tomorrow.
3. Please return the UNICEF envelopes asap.
4. Keep practising those addition facts!
5. The school book fair is open tonight until 7:00 p.m.
We DO have a regular school day this Friday. (The GYRD calendar incorrectly lists a school closure for this Friday.)
Drop in and see the artistic sssssnakes attached to our classroom door. The students have done a great job on them.
Reminders:
1. Spelling is due tomorrow.
2. The science "Rock Project" is due tomorrow.
3. Please return the UNICEF envelopes asap.
4. Keep practising those addition facts!
5. The school book fair is open tonight until 7:00 p.m.
We DO have a regular school day this Friday. (The GYRD calendar incorrectly lists a school closure for this Friday.)
Drop in and see the artistic sssssnakes attached to our classroom door. The students have done a great job on them.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
November 4, 2008
Word of the day: invincible
Congratulations to Super Elena, Jessie the Beater, Jillian the Fang, Bone Crusher George, Arm Breaker Brit, Bear Wrestler Bianca, and Pain Giver Giela for perfect completion of today's math facts challenge.
Reminders:
1. Please return the UNICEF envelopes, with our thanks for your contributions.
2. Please sign and return today's math quiz on "greater than", "less than" and "equal". Please go over your child's test with them, helping them with corrections.
3. The Book Fair is on until 8:00 tonight and tomorrow from 8:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Check out the literary tempations in our school library - it might be a good time to pick up some Christmas gifts...
Congratulations to Super Elena, Jessie the Beater, Jillian the Fang, Bone Crusher George, Arm Breaker Brit, Bear Wrestler Bianca, and Pain Giver Giela for perfect completion of today's math facts challenge.
Reminders:
1. Please return the UNICEF envelopes, with our thanks for your contributions.
2. Please sign and return today's math quiz on "greater than", "less than" and "equal". Please go over your child's test with them, helping them with corrections.
3. The Book Fair is on until 8:00 tonight and tomorrow from 8:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Check out the literary tempations in our school library - it might be a good time to pick up some Christmas gifts...
Monday, November 3, 2008
November 3, 2008
Word of the day: subtle
Congratulations to Alex and George for winning immunity for this week's spelling lesson. Well done!
Reminders:
1. Please return your UNICEF envelopes asap, even if you didn't collect money. Thanks to all of you who did support this very worthwhile cause.
2. Candy is not allowed at school - save those Hallowe'en treats for at home!
3. Our school library, in conjunction with the public library, is having a book fair tomorrow and Wednesday. Books will be displayed in the library upstairs and will be on sale from 8:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday and from 8:30 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Our class will be visiting the Book Fair tomorrow afternoon and the students will be able to make purchases then, as well. Because of the Book Fair, there will be no library book exchange for our class tomorrow.
4. The math sheet that was sent home today is due tomorrow. Thanks to all the parents who check over the problems with their children. The individual attention really pays dividends.
5. Remember to keep practising math addition (and subtraction) facts. The math links on the left side of this blog will take you to lots of sites that have games and activities for practising.
Congratulations to Alex and George for winning immunity for this week's spelling lesson. Well done!
Reminders:
1. Please return your UNICEF envelopes asap, even if you didn't collect money. Thanks to all of you who did support this very worthwhile cause.
2. Candy is not allowed at school - save those Hallowe'en treats for at home!
3. Our school library, in conjunction with the public library, is having a book fair tomorrow and Wednesday. Books will be displayed in the library upstairs and will be on sale from 8:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday and from 8:30 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Our class will be visiting the Book Fair tomorrow afternoon and the students will be able to make purchases then, as well. Because of the Book Fair, there will be no library book exchange for our class tomorrow.
4. The math sheet that was sent home today is due tomorrow. Thanks to all the parents who check over the problems with their children. The individual attention really pays dividends.
5. Remember to keep practising math addition (and subtraction) facts. The math links on the left side of this blog will take you to lots of sites that have games and activities for practising.
Thursday, October 30, 2008
October 30. 2008
There was no vocabulary word today. Instead we had a test on the first 10 words we learned this year. Congratulations to Giela, Jillian, George, Alex, Britney, Emmanuel, Phoenix, and Elena for getting 100% on today's vocabulary test.
Please remember to send a box of fruit juice for our class party tomorrow. As well, remember that the students are invited to dress up tomorrow afternoon.
Also, tomorrow we'll have our regular Friday spelling test. Study hard!
Please remember to send a box of fruit juice for our class party tomorrow. As well, remember that the students are invited to dress up tomorrow afternoon.
Also, tomorrow we'll have our regular Friday spelling test. Study hard!
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
October 29. 2008
(Review) word of the day: optimistic
Congratulations to Big Biceps Ben, Pain Giver Giela, Super Elena, Jillian the Fang, Muscle Man Emmanuel, Arm Breaker Brit, and Bear Wrestler Bianca for getting 100% on the math facts challenge today. Well done!
Anyone who wants to practise math facts can find some games on the links at the side of the blog. Just click on the link and it will take you to the site listed. (We're currently working on addition facts to 9 plus 9.)
The review math test on expanded notation today went very well. The class average was 88%. Awesome!
Miss Montgomerie's test on Rocks and Minerals has been changed to Monday afternoon to accommodate an assembly tomorrow afternoon and the Hallowe'en party Friday afternoon. The items that Miss Montgomerie has asked the students to review include:
1. Three types of rocks and the key words associated with them:
a. sedimentary (layers, water)
b. igneous (fire)
c. metamorphic (change)
2. Rocks are made of minerals.
3. Four main ways to classify rocks:
a. texture (how it feels)
b. colour
c. hardness
d. lustre
The students should be able to explain each method of classification and explain the process they used in class to classify rocks.
4. Moh's hardness scale and the fact that diamonds are the hardest rocks (# 10 on the scale) and talc are the softest rocks (#1 on the scale.)
5. The difference between magma and lava (magma is below ground and is hotter. Lava is above ground and is cooler.)
6. Three main things found in soil (clay, sand, and nutrients {broken-down plant and animal matter})
Congratulations to Big Biceps Ben, Pain Giver Giela, Super Elena, Jillian the Fang, Muscle Man Emmanuel, Arm Breaker Brit, and Bear Wrestler Bianca for getting 100% on the math facts challenge today. Well done!
Anyone who wants to practise math facts can find some games on the links at the side of the blog. Just click on the link and it will take you to the site listed. (We're currently working on addition facts to 9 plus 9.)
The review math test on expanded notation today went very well. The class average was 88%. Awesome!
Miss Montgomerie's test on Rocks and Minerals has been changed to Monday afternoon to accommodate an assembly tomorrow afternoon and the Hallowe'en party Friday afternoon. The items that Miss Montgomerie has asked the students to review include:
1. Three types of rocks and the key words associated with them:
a. sedimentary (layers, water)
b. igneous (fire)
c. metamorphic (change)
2. Rocks are made of minerals.
3. Four main ways to classify rocks:
a. texture (how it feels)
b. colour
c. hardness
d. lustre
The students should be able to explain each method of classification and explain the process they used in class to classify rocks.
4. Moh's hardness scale and the fact that diamonds are the hardest rocks (# 10 on the scale) and talc are the softest rocks (#1 on the scale.)
5. The difference between magma and lava (magma is below ground and is hotter. Lava is above ground and is cooler.)
6. Three main things found in soil (clay, sand, and nutrients {broken-down plant and animal matter})
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
October 28, 2008
(Review) word of the day: pessimistic
Congratulations to Six Pack Alex, Bear Wrestler Bianca, Jillian the Fang, Bone Crusher George, Arm Breaker Brit, Brendan the Hulk, and Muscle Man Emmanuel for perfect completion of today's math facts challenge. Well done!
Please remember that tomorrow is photo day....practise those smiles!
Great work on the math homework last night. Another math sheet was sent home tonight and is due tomorrow. Remember if your child is having problems with the problems, have them:
1. Reread the problem several times. They might even want to highlight or underline key words.
2. Try drawing a picture.
3. Include a word sentence and ask themselves if their answers make sense.
Your child was given a note today regarding Friday afternoon's Hallowe'en party. Please send a small fruit juice with your child for the big shing-ding.
Also, a note regarding science from Miss Montgomerie was sent home today. Check your child's agenda pocket for that note.
Congratulations to Six Pack Alex, Bear Wrestler Bianca, Jillian the Fang, Bone Crusher George, Arm Breaker Brit, Brendan the Hulk, and Muscle Man Emmanuel for perfect completion of today's math facts challenge. Well done!
Please remember that tomorrow is photo day....practise those smiles!
Great work on the math homework last night. Another math sheet was sent home tonight and is due tomorrow. Remember if your child is having problems with the problems, have them:
1. Reread the problem several times. They might even want to highlight or underline key words.
2. Try drawing a picture.
3. Include a word sentence and ask themselves if their answers make sense.
Your child was given a note today regarding Friday afternoon's Hallowe'en party. Please send a small fruit juice with your child for the big shing-ding.
Also, a note regarding science from Miss Montgomerie was sent home today. Check your child's agenda pocket for that note.
Monday, October 27, 2008
October 27, 2008
(Review) word of the day: gratitude
There was no immunity challenge today, as we instead made up a list of Hallowe'en words for this week's Friday test. As well, there will be no spelling homework this week.
Reminders:
1. Library books for tomorrow, please!
2. The math sheet is due tomorrow.
3. Individual photos will be taken Wednesday morning.
4. Our class Hallowe'en party will be held this Friday afternoon. Students are invited (but not required) to dress in costumes in the afternoon and to bring something - cookies, cupcakes, etc. - for our snack table.
We read the story of Persephone and Demeter this morning and then treated ourselves to a new taste sensation: pomegranates. If you were missing from school today, try googling "Persephone and Demeter" and see how pomegranates are related to those two ladies.
There was no immunity challenge today, as we instead made up a list of Hallowe'en words for this week's Friday test. As well, there will be no spelling homework this week.
Reminders:
1. Library books for tomorrow, please!
2. The math sheet is due tomorrow.
3. Individual photos will be taken Wednesday morning.
4. Our class Hallowe'en party will be held this Friday afternoon. Students are invited (but not required) to dress in costumes in the afternoon and to bring something - cookies, cupcakes, etc. - for our snack table.
We read the story of Persephone and Demeter this morning and then treated ourselves to a new taste sensation: pomegranates. If you were missing from school today, try googling "Persephone and Demeter" and see how pomegranates are related to those two ladies.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
October 23, 2008
(Review) word of the day: succulent
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow
2. There is no school for students tomorrow afternoon. Enjoy the extra time off!
3. If you'd like to order photos, please send in the order form and money asap. Photos will be taken next next Wednesday morning (October 29th).
We will be having a Hallowe'en party next Friday afternoon. Students are invited (but not required) to dress up (in the afternoon only, so students who stay for lunch will have to bring their costumes with them). If any parents are willing and able to make snacks for our class party, we'd appreciate it. Hopefully the weather will stay as sterling as it's been lately, so that the trick or treaters will have a nice evening for gathering goodies.
Reminders:
1. Spelling test tomorrow
2. There is no school for students tomorrow afternoon. Enjoy the extra time off!
3. If you'd like to order photos, please send in the order form and money asap. Photos will be taken next next Wednesday morning (October 29th).
We will be having a Hallowe'en party next Friday afternoon. Students are invited (but not required) to dress up (in the afternoon only, so students who stay for lunch will have to bring their costumes with them). If any parents are willing and able to make snacks for our class party, we'd appreciate it. Hopefully the weather will stay as sterling as it's been lately, so that the trick or treaters will have a nice evening for gathering goodies.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
October 22, 2008
(Review) word of the day: repast
We had an amazing moment in our classroom this week: EVERYONE BROUGHT LIBRARY BOOKS BACK - WE DIDN'T HAVE A SINGLE OVERDUE BOOK!!!!!!! (Cue the "Chariots of Fire" music.)
There were no immunity winners for spelling this week, but we have had 5 students join the "Mathematical Heavyweights" ranks: congratulations to Big Biceps Ben, Super Elena, Jillian the Fang, Brendan the Hulk and Pain Giver Giela. Great stuff!!
The witch hats have all been hung in the classroom - stop in for a peek if you have the time (and the courage. Ha ha.)
We had a presentation on train safety this morning. Your child will be bringing home some literature related to the presentation.
Thanks to the parents/guardians who signed and returned the math tests...and to those who went over the tests with their little scholars. We'll continue to review the place value/expanded notation concepts and retest soon.
We had an amazing moment in our classroom this week: EVERYONE BROUGHT LIBRARY BOOKS BACK - WE DIDN'T HAVE A SINGLE OVERDUE BOOK!!!!!!! (Cue the "Chariots of Fire" music.)
There were no immunity winners for spelling this week, but we have had 5 students join the "Mathematical Heavyweights" ranks: congratulations to Big Biceps Ben, Super Elena, Jillian the Fang, Brendan the Hulk and Pain Giver Giela. Great stuff!!
The witch hats have all been hung in the classroom - stop in for a peek if you have the time (and the courage. Ha ha.)
We had a presentation on train safety this morning. Your child will be bringing home some literature related to the presentation.
Thanks to the parents/guardians who signed and returned the math tests...and to those who went over the tests with their little scholars. We'll continue to review the place value/expanded notation concepts and retest soon.
Monday, October 20, 2008
October 20, 2008
(Review) word of the day: ecstatic
The witch hats are MMMMMarvelous! The students explained how they made them, to the accompaniment of spooky background music...fun stuff.
Please remember that tomorrow is library book exhange day.
Congratulations to Brendan the Hulk for perfect completion of today's addition fact challenge. Well done!
The witch hats are MMMMMarvelous! The students explained how they made them, to the accompaniment of spooky background music...fun stuff.
Please remember that tomorrow is library book exhange day.
Congratulations to Brendan the Hulk for perfect completion of today's addition fact challenge. Well done!
Friday, October 17, 2008
October 17, 2008
(Review) word of the day: siblings
Remember that the witch hats are due Monday morning - I can't wait to see the creations that will arrive on the doorstep of our classroom!
Remember that the witch hats are due Monday morning - I can't wait to see the creations that will arrive on the doorstep of our classroom!
Thursday, October 16, 2008
October 16, 2008
(Review) Word of the Day: ancient
Reminder:
Spelling test tomorrow
Regarding the math homework sheet, please have your child read the problem over several times if they're stuck. If they are still having difficulty knowing what to do, have them draw a picture. (The difficulty here is knowing what to draw...please guide them along.) Usually a picture makes the problem's solution pretty evident. The students should show all their work. For example, in the first problem, where Hilda's owl hoots 16 times one hour then 3 times more than that the second hour, the students should show 16+3=19 to show that the owl hooted 19 times during the second hour. Then they need to add the first hour together with the second: 16+19=35. When they finish the problem, have them write a word sentence that answers the question, then ask them if their answer makes sense. Your help and individual attention should be really beneficial to your child's math processing. Thanks for your input.
Reminder:
Spelling test tomorrow
Regarding the math homework sheet, please have your child read the problem over several times if they're stuck. If they are still having difficulty knowing what to do, have them draw a picture. (The difficulty here is knowing what to draw...please guide them along.) Usually a picture makes the problem's solution pretty evident. The students should show all their work. For example, in the first problem, where Hilda's owl hoots 16 times one hour then 3 times more than that the second hour, the students should show 16+3=19 to show that the owl hooted 19 times during the second hour. Then they need to add the first hour together with the second: 16+19=35. When they finish the problem, have them write a word sentence that answers the question, then ask them if their answer makes sense. Your help and individual attention should be really beneficial to your child's math processing. Thanks for your input.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Ocotber 15, 2008
Word of the day: pessimistic
Reminders: If you haven't returned the Social Studies test that Ms. Montgomerie sent home last week, please return it with your signature ASAP. Thanks.
Please don't feel you have to buy anything fancy to put on the witch hats. One of the best hats ever in years past was made using leaves and twigs! The hats will belong to the students when they're finished, so feel free to sew things on or cut holes in the hats or whatever....they're always a fun project.
We've had lots of presentations this week: a "rock talk" with Ben Gadd, a fire safety presentation from the fire chief, and an Atco presentation on electrical/gas safety. Ask your child what they learned from the sessions...
Reminders: If you haven't returned the Social Studies test that Ms. Montgomerie sent home last week, please return it with your signature ASAP. Thanks.
Please don't feel you have to buy anything fancy to put on the witch hats. One of the best hats ever in years past was made using leaves and twigs! The hats will belong to the students when they're finished, so feel free to sew things on or cut holes in the hats or whatever....they're always a fun project.
We've had lots of presentations this week: a "rock talk" with Ben Gadd, a fire safety presentation from the fire chief, and an Atco presentation on electrical/gas safety. Ask your child what they learned from the sessions...
Thursday, October 9, 2008
October 9, 2008
Word of the day: gratitude
Thanks to everyone who sent veggies for our stone soup. It was a big hit! We had quite a few entertaining story tellers at lunch to go along with the good food...
Please remember as well to send some CLEAN turkey bones for our art project next week, if you can. Thanks.
We've begun a new "Mathematical Heavyweights" challenge in math to help the class memorize math facts. Once the students have correctly completed their timed facts tests, they choose a persona and get their name on a barbell. So far, the following students have qualified for barbell status:
Arm Breaker Brit
Bone Crusher George
Flamin' No Pain Liam
Bear Wrestler Bianca
Muscle Man Emmanuel
Six Pack Alex
Jessie the Beater
Tune in for more additions to our list of heavyweights!
Please remember that the students have a 4 day weekend. Friday and next Monday are both holidays for the students. Enjoy your family time!
Thanks to everyone who sent veggies for our stone soup. It was a big hit! We had quite a few entertaining story tellers at lunch to go along with the good food...
Please remember as well to send some CLEAN turkey bones for our art project next week, if you can. Thanks.
We've begun a new "Mathematical Heavyweights" challenge in math to help the class memorize math facts. Once the students have correctly completed their timed facts tests, they choose a persona and get their name on a barbell. So far, the following students have qualified for barbell status:
Arm Breaker Brit
Bone Crusher George
Flamin' No Pain Liam
Bear Wrestler Bianca
Muscle Man Emmanuel
Six Pack Alex
Jessie the Beater
Tune in for more additions to our list of heavyweights!
Please remember that the students have a 4 day weekend. Friday and next Monday are both holidays for the students. Enjoy your family time!
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
October 8, 2008
Word of the day: famished
Reminders:
Spelling test tomorrow.
Please send your child with 1/2 cup of cut-up veggies tomorrow morning for our Thanksgiving feast and remember that they will be dining in the classroom tomorrow at lunch.
Reminders:
Spelling test tomorrow.
Please send your child with 1/2 cup of cut-up veggies tomorrow morning for our Thanksgiving feast and remember that they will be dining in the classroom tomorrow at lunch.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
October 7, 2008
Word of the day: succulent
Your child is bringing home a note today regarding a field trip to watch the Oilers practice, a Thursday noon hour "feast", and a special upcoming art project. Please ask to see the note.
Reminder:
There is no school for the students this Friday.
Your child is bringing home a note today regarding a field trip to watch the Oilers practice, a Thursday noon hour "feast", and a special upcoming art project. Please ask to see the note.
Reminder:
There is no school for the students this Friday.
Monday, October 6, 2008
October 6, 2008
Word of the day: repast
There was no immunity challenge for spelling this morning, as the class developed their own spelling list to go along with the Thanksgiving theme. There will be no formal spelling homework sheet this week.
Reminder:
1. Please remember that tomorrow is library book exchange day.
Your child has brought home an October calendar to record their at-home reading progress. Please initial the calendar on the days that your child reads at least 15 minutes. They, of course, may read longer than 15 minutes and they may want the number of minutes that they read recorded; that's fine but not required. Any kind of reading is okay with me - novels, comics, newspapers, shampoo bottles..... Reading with your child - alternating sentences or reading aloud at the same time as they do - is a great way for you to monitor what your child reads and how well they read it.
Your child has also brought home a problem solving math sheet. I've asked them to include a number sentence and a word sentence for each problem. If they are "stuck" on a question, they should try to reread the question several times, then attempt to draw a picture to represent the information in the problem. Also, they should ask themselves if their answers make sense. The math sheet is due tomorrow.
Your child has also brought home a letter they received from a book character from Richler's "Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang." Please enjoy it with them!
There was no immunity challenge for spelling this morning, as the class developed their own spelling list to go along with the Thanksgiving theme. There will be no formal spelling homework sheet this week.
Reminder:
1. Please remember that tomorrow is library book exchange day.
Your child has brought home an October calendar to record their at-home reading progress. Please initial the calendar on the days that your child reads at least 15 minutes. They, of course, may read longer than 15 minutes and they may want the number of minutes that they read recorded; that's fine but not required. Any kind of reading is okay with me - novels, comics, newspapers, shampoo bottles..... Reading with your child - alternating sentences or reading aloud at the same time as they do - is a great way for you to monitor what your child reads and how well they read it.
Your child has also brought home a problem solving math sheet. I've asked them to include a number sentence and a word sentence for each problem. If they are "stuck" on a question, they should try to reread the question several times, then attempt to draw a picture to represent the information in the problem. Also, they should ask themselves if their answers make sense. The math sheet is due tomorrow.
Your child has also brought home a letter they received from a book character from Richler's "Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang." Please enjoy it with them!
Thursday, October 2, 2008
October 2, 2008
Word of the day: ecstatic
Reminders:
1. There's a spelling test tomorrow - study hard!
2. Book orders are due tomorrow.
Reminders:
1. There's a spelling test tomorrow - study hard!
2. Book orders are due tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
October 1. 2008
Word of the day: siblings
A copy of the school newsletter and 2 notes from the office were sent home today with family heads.
The class started crystal making this afternoon with Miss Montgomerie. Stand by for updates on the progress of the project....
We also performed some fall "magic" this afternoon. Check out the photos below:
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A copy of the school newsletter and 2 notes from the office were sent home today with family heads.
The class started crystal making this afternoon with Miss Montgomerie. Stand by for updates on the progress of the project....
We also performed some fall "magic" this afternoon. Check out the photos below:
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Tuesday, September 30, 2008
September 30. 2008
Word of the day: ancient
Regarding last week's brainbuster: the unusual thing about the list of words (voodoo, banana, assess, dresser, potato, and uneven) is that if you take the first letter of the word and attach it to the end of the word, then spell the word backward, you'll end up with the original word. Neat, isn't it?
Reminder
Your child needs to bring a plastic grocery bag of leaves for a special art project tomorrow afternoon.
Regarding last week's brainbuster: the unusual thing about the list of words (voodoo, banana, assess, dresser, potato, and uneven) is that if you take the first letter of the word and attach it to the end of the word, then spell the word backward, you'll end up with the original word. Neat, isn't it?
Reminder
Your child needs to bring a plastic grocery bag of leaves for a special art project tomorrow afternoon.
Monday, September 29, 2008
September 29, 2008
(Review) Word of the Day: vital
Congratulations to George, Alex, Emmanuel, Bianca, Jillian, and Britney for achieving Immunity on this week's spelling test. What a great result - this is a record breaking accomplishment! I've never before had a class with 6 immunity winners - well done!
Please remember that tomorrow is a library book exchange day.
Anyone who has not brought their salt and glass jar should bring them as soon as possible.
The second book order forms went home today. If anyone would like to order books, please return the forms and the payment by this Friday. Thanks!
Congratulations to George, Alex, Emmanuel, Bianca, Jillian, and Britney for achieving Immunity on this week's spelling test. What a great result - this is a record breaking accomplishment! I've never before had a class with 6 immunity winners - well done!
Please remember that tomorrow is a library book exchange day.
Anyone who has not brought their salt and glass jar should bring them as soon as possible.
The second book order forms went home today. If anyone would like to order books, please return the forms and the payment by this Friday. Thanks!
Thursday, September 25, 2008
September 25, 2008
(Review) Word of the Day: detest
Reminders:
1. Tomorrow is Terry Fox Day at our school. We'll be running at 11:00 - right after morning recess. Please remember to return your pledge form and $ (if you collected pledges) tomorrow morning. (The pledge form needs to be returned even if you didn't collect any money. Thanks.)
2. Study for tomorrow's spelling test.
3. Miss Montgomerie would like everyone to bring a glass jar and a half cup of salt for Monday morning.
Our class field trip to Jasper Rock and Jade went very well. Thanks to Jessie's mom and aunt for coming along with us. Tom had lots of interesting things to show us and information to tell us. A HUGE thank you should be extended to him for taking the time from his busy schedule to talk with us - and for the fudge and the Red Jasper rocks he gave us.
Reminders:
1. Tomorrow is Terry Fox Day at our school. We'll be running at 11:00 - right after morning recess. Please remember to return your pledge form and $ (if you collected pledges) tomorrow morning. (The pledge form needs to be returned even if you didn't collect any money. Thanks.)
2. Study for tomorrow's spelling test.
3. Miss Montgomerie would like everyone to bring a glass jar and a half cup of salt for Monday morning.
Our class field trip to Jasper Rock and Jade went very well. Thanks to Jessie's mom and aunt for coming along with us. Tom had lots of interesting things to show us and information to tell us. A HUGE thank you should be extended to him for taking the time from his busy schedule to talk with us - and for the fudge and the Red Jasper rocks he gave us.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
September 23, 2008
(Review) Word of the Day: cogitate
We have a new Brainbuster that should be a challenge even for the adults out there. What is unusual about all the following words? voodoo banana assess grammar
We have a Spotlight Assembly tomorrow morning. Stand by Giela, Jillian, George, and Jessie; you've got a date scheduled for the spotlight!!
We have a new Brainbuster that should be a challenge even for the adults out there. What is unusual about all the following words? voodoo banana assess grammar
We have a Spotlight Assembly tomorrow morning. Stand by Giela, Jillian, George, and Jessie; you've got a date scheduled for the spotlight!!
Monday, September 22, 2008
September 22, 2008
(Review) Word of the day: subterranean
Congratulations to Liam and Bianca for winning Immunity from the spelling test and assignments this week.
Thanks to the people who've returned the Terry Fox forms. Remember that they're due back Friday at the latest.
I thought those of you who couldn't make it in to see the scarecrows might like a "blog's eye" view of them. Enjoy!
Congratulations to Liam and Bianca for winning Immunity from the spelling test and assignments this week.
Thanks to the people who've returned the Terry Fox forms. Remember that they're due back Friday at the latest.
I thought those of you who couldn't make it in to see the scarecrows might like a "blog's eye" view of them. Enjoy!
Friday, September 19, 2008
September 19, 2008
(Review) Word of the Day: loquacious
Great work on today's spelling test! Great work, too, on the scarecrow constructions. They're proudly hung on an upstairs bulletin board - just outside the library. Come on by for a peek! We also wrote "Scarecrow Bios", then read them aloud, to go with the project. These were very well done. George even got a standing ovation for his amazing writing. Hot stuff!
Thanks to everyone who began canvassing for next week's Terry Fox Run. I'm getting lots of reports about amazing fund raising already - what a wonderful response.
Enjoy the weekend!
Great work on today's spelling test! Great work, too, on the scarecrow constructions. They're proudly hung on an upstairs bulletin board - just outside the library. Come on by for a peek! We also wrote "Scarecrow Bios", then read them aloud, to go with the project. These were very well done. George even got a standing ovation for his amazing writing. Hot stuff!
Thanks to everyone who began canvassing for next week's Terry Fox Run. I'm getting lots of reports about amazing fund raising already - what a wonderful response.
Enjoy the weekend!
Thursday, September 18, 2008
September 18, 2008
(Review) Word of the Day: intrepid
Thanks to everyone who sent money to contribute to our scarecrow clothing/accessories purchases today. We made some interesting choices...the scarecrows will be constructed tomorrow and should be ready for viewing then. We'd like to extend a big thank you to the United Church who generously donated the money we gave them to our school's foster child program.
Your child is bringing home a Terry Fox pledge sheet today. Next Friday morning, right after recess, students and staff from our school will participate in a Terry Fox Run. (Our class will run around the block - a 1 km distance.) Your child is invited (but not required) to collect pledges for the run. Please return the pledge sheet to the school by next Friday (September 26) whether your child collects money or not. Thanks in advance for your support of this initiative to raise money for cancer research - and for helping honour a great Canadian hero. I've included below some Terry Fox videos. Just click on the play arrows to watch them.
Thanks to everyone who sent money to contribute to our scarecrow clothing/accessories purchases today. We made some interesting choices...the scarecrows will be constructed tomorrow and should be ready for viewing then. We'd like to extend a big thank you to the United Church who generously donated the money we gave them to our school's foster child program.
Your child is bringing home a Terry Fox pledge sheet today. Next Friday morning, right after recess, students and staff from our school will participate in a Terry Fox Run. (Our class will run around the block - a 1 km distance.) Your child is invited (but not required) to collect pledges for the run. Please return the pledge sheet to the school by next Friday (September 26) whether your child collects money or not. Thanks in advance for your support of this initiative to raise money for cancer research - and for helping honour a great Canadian hero. I've included below some Terry Fox videos. Just click on the play arrows to watch them.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
September 17, 2008
Word of the day: facetious
Reminders:
1. Tomorrow morning at 10:00 we are walking over to the United Church Thrift Shop to make purchases for our scarecrow construction project. Thanks to the parents who've already sent 25 cents to contribute to the purchases. Students still have tomorrow morning to remember their quarters for this shopping adventure.
2. Speaking of quarters, the first school cookie sale of the year will be held tomorrow. Cookies, as usual, will be 25 cents each.
3. Spelling homework is due tomorrow.
I'm still looking for a volunteer to help out with an art project. Anyone willing and able?
The students tried out another brainbuster today. The challenge went like this: A man is standing on one side of a river. His dog is on the other side. He calls his dog to him. The dog arrives without a single drop of water on him. How is this possible?
Reminders:
1. Tomorrow morning at 10:00 we are walking over to the United Church Thrift Shop to make purchases for our scarecrow construction project. Thanks to the parents who've already sent 25 cents to contribute to the purchases. Students still have tomorrow morning to remember their quarters for this shopping adventure.
2. Speaking of quarters, the first school cookie sale of the year will be held tomorrow. Cookies, as usual, will be 25 cents each.
3. Spelling homework is due tomorrow.
I'm still looking for a volunteer to help out with an art project. Anyone willing and able?
The students tried out another brainbuster today. The challenge went like this: A man is standing on one side of a river. His dog is on the other side. He calls his dog to him. The dog arrives without a single drop of water on him. How is this possible?
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
September 16, 2008
Word of the day: initial (If this word looks familiar, it should. At the end of every ten words we go back and review the words we've had.)
Congratulations to the whole class for their wonderful work collecting "hellos" in different languages!!! Well done!
This Thursday our class is going to the Thrift Shop in the basement of the United Church to purchase scarecrow-making supplies. We will walk over to the church at 10:00 and should return by recess. Please send a quarter with your child, if possible, to help pay for the clothing. If there's anyone who would like to help build the scarecrows, we'll be making them right after recess and we'd certainly appreciate an extra hand or two. If you are willing and able to assist, please jot a note in your child's agenda and I'll give you a call. Thanks. We'll let everyone know when the scarecrows are ready for public viewing...stay tuned.
Please ask your child to tell you about the brainbuster of the day...your challenge is to figure out how to move a fox, a duck and a bag of grain in a boat across a river one at a time so that the fox doesn't eat the duck and the duck doesn't eat the grain.... and congratulations to Giela for figuring this one out!
Congratulations to the whole class for their wonderful work collecting "hellos" in different languages!!! Well done!
This Thursday our class is going to the Thrift Shop in the basement of the United Church to purchase scarecrow-making supplies. We will walk over to the church at 10:00 and should return by recess. Please send a quarter with your child, if possible, to help pay for the clothing. If there's anyone who would like to help build the scarecrows, we'll be making them right after recess and we'd certainly appreciate an extra hand or two. If you are willing and able to assist, please jot a note in your child's agenda and I'll give you a call. Thanks. We'll let everyone know when the scarecrows are ready for public viewing...stay tuned.
Please ask your child to tell you about the brainbuster of the day...your challenge is to figure out how to move a fox, a duck and a bag of grain in a boat across a river one at a time so that the fox doesn't eat the duck and the duck doesn't eat the grain.... and congratulations to Giela for figuring this one out!
Monday, September 15, 2008
September 15, 2008
Word of the day: vital
Reminders:
1. Tomorrow is library book exchange day. Remember to throw those library books into the backpacks.
2. Miss Montgomerie (our Social Studies and Science teacher) has asked the students to find out how to say "Hello," in as many different languages as they can. (Ancay ouyay aysay ellohay inay igpay atinlay?!)
3. Miss Montgomerie has also asked that the students find out which direction Jasper Elementary School faces; in other words, if the students were to walk out the front door of the school, which way would they be facing?
Congratulations to Emmanuel who earned immunity on this week's spelling test. As an immunity winner, Emmanuel is exempt from this week's spelling homework and Friday's test. Well done!
I am looking for a kind hearted person to help out with an art project for our class. If you are able and willing to give us a hand, please let me know by jotting a note in your child's homework agenda. Thanks.
Reminders:
1. Tomorrow is library book exchange day. Remember to throw those library books into the backpacks.
2. Miss Montgomerie (our Social Studies and Science teacher) has asked the students to find out how to say "Hello," in as many different languages as they can. (Ancay ouyay aysay ellohay inay igpay atinlay?!)
3. Miss Montgomerie has also asked that the students find out which direction Jasper Elementary School faces; in other words, if the students were to walk out the front door of the school, which way would they be facing?
Congratulations to Emmanuel who earned immunity on this week's spelling test. As an immunity winner, Emmanuel is exempt from this week's spelling homework and Friday's test. Well done!
I am looking for a kind hearted person to help out with an art project for our class. If you are able and willing to give us a hand, please let me know by jotting a note in your child's homework agenda. Thanks.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
September 11, 2008
Word of the day: detest
Reminder: Tonight is Meet the Teacher Night. We'll all convene in the gym for introductions, then proceed to the classrooms for a short "meet and greet". Things should be wrapped up before 8 o'clock. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone and meeting the creators of my wonderful clientelle this year!
Reminder: Tonight is Meet the Teacher Night. We'll all convene in the gym for introductions, then proceed to the classrooms for a short "meet and greet". Things should be wrapped up before 8 o'clock. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone and meeting the creators of my wonderful clientelle this year!
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
September 10, 2008
Word of the day: liberty
Our school's Meet the Teacher night is tomorrow at 7:00 pm. We'll start the meeting in the gym - hope to see you there!
Reminders
1. Please update and return your child's information sheet asap. Thanks.
2. Thanks also to those who signed and returned yesterday's math tests. Again, try to return these asap.
Our school's Meet the Teacher night is tomorrow at 7:00 pm. We'll start the meeting in the gym - hope to see you there!
Reminders
1. Please update and return your child's information sheet asap. Thanks.
2. Thanks also to those who signed and returned yesterday's math tests. Again, try to return these asap.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
September 9, 2008
Word of the day: cogitate
We had our first library book exchange today. Tuesday afternoon will be our regular book exchange time. Please ensure that your child has returned any school library books for our Tuesday exchanges. (We'll try to put library day reminders in agendas.)
We also had our first math quiz this morning. The topic for the test was Number Families. Your child is bringing his or her test home for your perusal. Please sign and send the test back to school with your child tomorrow.
The school newsletter is coming home today. Only Family Heads (the youngest family member attending school) will be bringing home newsletters, as in past years.
Also, class pictures from last year are coming home today.
Finally, the tin can toucans are coming home today - along with my apologies for the racket they may create....
We had our first library book exchange today. Tuesday afternoon will be our regular book exchange time. Please ensure that your child has returned any school library books for our Tuesday exchanges. (We'll try to put library day reminders in agendas.)
We also had our first math quiz this morning. The topic for the test was Number Families. Your child is bringing his or her test home for your perusal. Please sign and send the test back to school with your child tomorrow.
The school newsletter is coming home today. Only Family Heads (the youngest family member attending school) will be bringing home newsletters, as in past years.
Also, class pictures from last year are coming home today.
Finally, the tin can toucans are coming home today - along with my apologies for the racket they may create....
Monday, September 8, 2008
September 8, 2008
Word of the day: subterranean
Our class had its first "Immunity Challenge" today for spelling. Immunity Challenges in Grade Three work this way: all the students are given a pre-test on the week's spelling words on Monday morning. Any student who gets 100% on the Monday morning test is excused from the spelling homework, assignments and Friday test for the week. (They also get "Immunity Necklaces" to hang on the back of their chair if they get 100%. Whooeee!) Unfortunately, no one earned a perfect score on today's test, so everyone has spelling homework - due this Thursday. We'll look forward to seeing who our first spelling immunity winner of the year is...
Thanks to everyone who completed the student information sheet and returned it to the school. It would be nice to have them all in by the end of the week, if possible.
Our class had its first "Immunity Challenge" today for spelling. Immunity Challenges in Grade Three work this way: all the students are given a pre-test on the week's spelling words on Monday morning. Any student who gets 100% on the Monday morning test is excused from the spelling homework, assignments and Friday test for the week. (They also get "Immunity Necklaces" to hang on the back of their chair if they get 100%. Whooeee!) Unfortunately, no one earned a perfect score on today's test, so everyone has spelling homework - due this Thursday. We'll look forward to seeing who our first spelling immunity winner of the year is...
Thanks to everyone who completed the student information sheet and returned it to the school. It would be nice to have them all in by the end of the week, if possible.
Friday, September 5, 2008
September 5, 2008
Word of the day: loquacious
Your child is bringing home a school phone list with the school's calendar of important dates on the back. You'll also receive a student information sheet with your child's name, birthdate, address,etc. on it. Please check to ensure that the information on the sheet is correct, then sign and return the sheet as soon as possible. If there are any errors or ommissions on the sheet, please make the necessary changes before returning it to the school.
It's been lovely getting to know the students in Room 4 - I'm looking forward to a great year!
Enjoy the weekend!
Your child is bringing home a school phone list with the school's calendar of important dates on the back. You'll also receive a student information sheet with your child's name, birthdate, address,etc. on it. Please check to ensure that the information on the sheet is correct, then sign and return the sheet as soon as possible. If there are any errors or ommissions on the sheet, please make the necessary changes before returning it to the school.
It's been lovely getting to know the students in Room 4 - I'm looking forward to a great year!
Enjoy the weekend!
Thursday, September 4, 2008
September 4, 2008
Word of the day: intrepid
Ask your child to tell you about the Paper Challenge, where 2 people must stand with at least part of their feet on the same sheet of paper but not physically be able to touch each other.
Reminders:
1. Tomorrow is the last day for book orders.
2. Anyone who didn't bring in a tin can for our art project should bring one by tomorrow.
3. Several more students brought in paint shirts today. If you want your child's clothing to be protected during our art projects, it's a good idea to send a paint shirt!
Ask your child to tell you about the Paper Challenge, where 2 people must stand with at least part of their feet on the same sheet of paper but not physically be able to touch each other.
Reminders:
1. Tomorrow is the last day for book orders.
2. Anyone who didn't bring in a tin can for our art project should bring one by tomorrow.
3. Several more students brought in paint shirts today. If you want your child's clothing to be protected during our art projects, it's a good idea to send a paint shirt!
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
September 3, 2008
Welcome back to school - and to our class blog! This space will be used for reminders, homework listings, announcements, video postings, "bouquets", word of the day listings (today's word is "facetious" and yesterday's word was "initial"), links to educational sites, etc. Blogs are fairly new to most parents (and to me!), so if you have any feedback regarding blogging, I'd love to hear from you. I'll try to post something by 4:30 p.m. every day.
I'm thrilled that our teacher aide this year is the lovely and talented Mrs. Dolny.
Our class will also be taught by Miss Montgomery for the last hour of every afternoon. Miss Montgomery is the new Grade 3 FRIM teacher. She will be teaching our class Social Studies and Science.
My contact information at the school is 852-4447, extension 204 or by email at lindmorg@gyrd.ab.ca.
Reminders for this week:
1. Book orders are due this Friday. If you decide to order books, please return the order form and payment by then. Thanks.
2. If you haven't already sent a paint shirt, please send one as soon as possible. We have lots of messy art projects planned and it would be nice to protect your child's clothing.
3. Please send a clean, empty tin can to school with your child for an art project tomorrow. Any size can will do.
4. Your child should have shown you his or her homework book (agenda). Mrs. Dolny or I will try to initial it daily at school. Please sign or initial it daily at home as well.
Bouquet Time!
Thanks so much to Gail (George's mom) and Wendy (Nik's mom) for volunteering to represent our class on the school council. Thanks also to Suzie (Caira's and Cassidy's mom) for agreeing to be a key communicator for our class. If anyone else is interested in volunteering for either of these jobs (many hands will make light work!) or in any other capacity for our classroom, please let me know.
I'm thrilled that our teacher aide this year is the lovely and talented Mrs. Dolny.
Our class will also be taught by Miss Montgomery for the last hour of every afternoon. Miss Montgomery is the new Grade 3 FRIM teacher. She will be teaching our class Social Studies and Science.
My contact information at the school is 852-4447, extension 204 or by email at lindmorg@gyrd.ab.ca.
Reminders for this week:
1. Book orders are due this Friday. If you decide to order books, please return the order form and payment by then. Thanks.
2. If you haven't already sent a paint shirt, please send one as soon as possible. We have lots of messy art projects planned and it would be nice to protect your child's clothing.
3. Please send a clean, empty tin can to school with your child for an art project tomorrow. Any size can will do.
4. Your child should have shown you his or her homework book (agenda). Mrs. Dolny or I will try to initial it daily at school. Please sign or initial it daily at home as well.
Bouquet Time!
Thanks so much to Gail (George's mom) and Wendy (Nik's mom) for volunteering to represent our class on the school council. Thanks also to Suzie (Caira's and Cassidy's mom) for agreeing to be a key communicator for our class. If anyone else is interested in volunteering for either of these jobs (many hands will make light work!) or in any other capacity for our classroom, please let me know.
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