T.W.A.S. (Sept 9-13)

This week's post is completed by Ms. Rutland - as we ran out of time to complete it as a class!

Math - Students finished their work in the graphing unit this week.  Please check out a sample of your child's work either from a work sample sent home or digitally on Iris or SeeSaw.

Science - We looked at Animal Classification this week and then used books and photographs to classify animals that could be found in a wetland ecosystem.

Social Studies - Students completed their Mapping Booklets and have moved on to applying their knowledge of maps to creating their own map of either a real or imagined place.  The rubric for this task is below.  This has been shared with students so that they are aware of what is expected at each proficiency level.

L.A. - We moved into a new grouping where students have been placed onto a team (blue, red, or green).  Each team has been working on writing through making connections to quality literature.  This week, students have made connections to self using the books The Darkest Dark, Franklin's Bad Day, and Stone Soup.

Our school had the privilege of the Dare-to-Care Program on Wednesday, Sept. 11th.  In this program students learned the difference between conflict and bullying and some strategies to use if they find themselves in these situations.  We will continue to build on the ideas shared throughout the year.

Thank you to all of you who were able to attend our Meet the Teacher on Sept 12.  Important documents were distributed.  If you weren't able to attend, please watch for your child's paperwork on Monday.  Please complete the documents requiring signatures and return as soon as possible.

Thank you!

T.W.A.S.

This Week At School (Sept 3-6)

K. - We started learning about different types of wetland ecosystems, specifically bogs, fens, marshes, and swamps.  We learned that peat is decayed vegetation or organic matter.

K. - Our class is learning about using a compass rose for Social Studies.

K. - We used picture books to find juicy descriptive language.  Then we reviewed what nouns, adjectives, verbs and adverbs are.

K. - In math, we continued to learn about collecting data and different kinds of graphs such as double bar graphs and pictographs.

Also this week patrols and Family Friday began!

Welcome Back!

This Week at School - Aug 26-30

Welcome to our class blog! Please check in every week to see some highlights of our learning!

K -We talked about digital citizenship and how to use technology the right way.
K - We started learning about wetlands.  L - We started to learn about animals that are in the wetlands.
T - Our class brainstormed ways to take care of yourself, each others, and this place.
K - In writing, we wrote a piece of non-fiction about wolves in Yellowstone National Park and we also wrote a fiction story from a picture prompt.
T - In math we are looking at surveys and graphing.
N - Grade 5 students played camouflage in gym and the Grade 4's played pirate tag and British bulldog.
 

T.W.A.S.

This Week At School:

D.J. - Yesterday was Sports Day. 
A.E. - AND it was pizza lunch day!
N.M./O.R. - Sports Day was fun - and the volunteers encouraged people to play.  We appreciated their time and efforts to come and help us make sports day possible!
O.R. - Our class is trying out a new Chromebook. So far our ratings are pretty good - not many complaints!
L.W. - We have concluded Health class.
N.H. - This week the Grade 4's went to the Leighton Art Centre.  We tried needle felting - you have to be very safe and careful but it looked spectacular.  We also played camouflage in the forest and yelled into "Echo Valley." There was also a Wishing Tree where you hung up your wish.  At the Art Centre, there was a house which has been turned into an art museum.
N.C. - We have been writing a short story using a picture writing prompt.  Check mine out on Google Drive!
N.M. - This week was the annual "Marlborough Talent Show." Grade 3-5 performers showcased dancing, singing, a comedy performance, and instrument playing.  It was a great show and the performers were both brave and awesome.

Important Information

Hello all!

A couple important pieces of information:

- Human sexuality forms were sent home last week.  If you want your child to be in the lesson, please keep the form at home.
- If you do not wish your child to participate, please sign and return the form. 
The lessons will start on Tuesday, June 11th.

- The last Fun Lunch of the year is scheduled for Thursday, June 20th.  This is also our Sports Day.  Please place your order at www.healthyhunger.ca as soon as possible.

- We will be walking to the catwalk on Thursday, June 13th.

- Final field trip forms will be coming home on Tuesday, June 11th.  Please watch for them!

T.W.A.S.

Last week, we were so fortunate to have Elevate Lacrosse here for a week of instruction from Coach Dan.  We've continued our lacrosse skills in gym and had played outside with our Buddies.  Today was the annual Teachers vs Grade 5 Lacrosse Game. The weather was perfect and it was a hard fought game - there is some dispute as to the final score!  We do know that this was the highest scoring Grade 5 team in history!

In art today, we each designed our own flower petals and then painted it.  Check out your design on Iris!  They will be glued together to make a collaborative mural.

Telus Spark Field Trip

On Tuesday, our class had the opportunity to explore the Telus Spark Science Centre!  We first took part in a program called "Sparking Circuits" where we experimented with different ways to create circuits.  After that, we had to investigate the different exhibits and the amazing outdoor space.  These are the highlights from the students:
A.M. - walking on the tight rope
N.E. - playing in the park, especially the swing
K.T. - trying on the different costumes in the circus area
B.G. - bungee jumping!!
M.B. - the outdoor slide
N.F. - the area where you could build your own dress

And so much more!!  Thank you to Mrs. Dana, Mrs. Jennifer and Mr. Ken for all your help today!

Sparking Circuits

Bear-y Fun!

Human Conductors

Working Hard

Hardly Working