A Winter Solstice Walk - FAF!

Agenda:

1 - See you January 7th - have a wonderful and restful holiday. 

2 - Some students will present their Current Events after the break - 

Ashlyn, Keira, Sanchit, Tanya and Kamil you are going on Monday Jan 7th

3 - School Science Fair is Feb. 7th - we will resume our lunch meetings on Thursday Jan. 10th 

4 - Thursday Jan 17th - Fun lunch 

Learning Intention

What did you learn today?

We learned the Reason for the Seasons today because today is the Winter Solstice - shortest day of the year! The reason for the seasons is due to the tilt (23.5 degrees) on the earth's axis. It is not due to the distance we are away from the sun. 

While on our winter walk with our buddies today, we also noticed that the sun was low on the horizon today.

How did you show what you learned?

We went on a Winter Walk with our buddies. We watched 2 videos and took notes during our discussion about the reason for the seasons and the winter solstice. 

What do you need to learn next?

We need to learn about the Summer Solstice. And the spring (vernal) and fall (autumnal) equinoxes. 

December 20th, 2018.

Agenda:
1. FAF tomorrow - please come dressed for our 'Winter Walk'.
2. Please sign and return the Math quiz.
3. Current Events - Science.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that today was the 2nd (tie) shortest day of the year.
How did you show what you learned?
We learned this because tomorrow is the Winter Solstice/shortest day of the year/beginning of winter!
What do you need to learn next?
We need to recognize that it will be six months and one day until the longest day of the year.

December 19th, 2018.

Agenda:
1. Final Spirit Day of 2018 - tomorrow.  Wear sweaters, pajamas, or clothes that are red and green, if you like.
2. If you like, please bring a treat for tomorrow afternoon.
3. Math quiz signed and returned.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to draw many different types of animated characters. 
How did you show what you learned?
We did the step-by-step instructions on 'Art Hub'.
What do you need to learn next?
We may wish to make some very creative cards for the holidays.

December 18th, 2018.

Agenda:
1. Please work on your Science current events.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to make a musical instrument.
How did you show what you learned?
We visited the National Music Centre in downtown.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to try and maybe make other instruments at home.

December 17th, 2018.

Agenda:
1. We are visiting the National Music Centre tomorrow.  Please pack a 'litterless lunch' with snacks and a water bottle.  We will be there all day.  NO need to arrive early to school.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the federal government's services in Social Studies today. 
How did you show what you learned?
We researched all three levels of government and their services.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to differentiate between all three levels.

A Very Chinook-y FAF!

Agenda:
1. Novel Recommendations - presenting Monday!
2. Nat'l Music Centre forms DUE!

Highlights

3^rd Annual Fill A Sock Campaign

We filled 47 Socks this year – This was 1 per student. We also donated 3 boxes worth of extra items that we couldn’t fit in the socks. AND, families donated $170 in McDonalds and Tim Hortons gift cards!  Thank you to everyone for donating and helping.  We've hopefully made some lives a little 'warmer' this winter season.

December 12th, 2018

Agenda:

1. Festive Evening is tomorrow, December 13th - please see the note that went home last week - RSVPs are to be done online (link in the note).

2. Math HW - IMJ - last 3 entries - due TOMORROW***
3. Novel Recommendation - presentations begin on Monday, December 17th. 

4. We have begun our 'FILL A SOCK' campaign.  Please bring your donations all this week. Last day to donate is Friday.

5. ******We will be visiting the National Music Centre on December 18th. PERMISSION FORMS GO HOME TODAY - DUE BY THIS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14TH*******

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about how people who are not old enough to vote, can still participate in getting their voices heard (asks me how). 
How did you show what you learned?
We discussed the various ways to accomplish this today in Social Studies.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to know that the 'times have changed' with respect to how we can be 'heard'.

December 11, 2018

Agenda:

1. Festive Evening is this Thursday, December 13th - please see the note that went home last week - RSVPs are to be done online (link in the note).

2. Math HW - IMJ - last 3 entries - due on Thursday***
3. Novel Recommendation - presentations begin on Monday, December 17th. See below for the sheet you will receive on Monday.  

4. We have begun our 'FILL A SOCK' campaign.  Please bring your donations all this week.

5. We will be visiting the National Music Centre on December 18th.

December 10th, 2018.

Agenda:

1. Festive Evening is this Thursday, December 13th - please see the note that went home yesterday - RSVPs are to be done online (link in the note).

2. Math HW - 6 review questions (multiplication and division).  IMJ left side for multiplication and division is due by Thursday.
3. Novel Recommendation - presentations begin on Monday, December 17th. See below for the sheet you will receive on Monday.  
4. Math quiz - multiplication and division of whole numbers (with problem solving) - TOMORROW.
5.  Science Fair people - bring $2. 
6. We have begun our 'FILL A SOCK' campaign.  Please bring your donations all this week.
7.  Social Studies Test signed and returned.  
8. Treat Day tomorrow - please bring $0.25.
9. We will be visiting the National Music Centre on December 18th - we will need parent volunteers for this trip.  Please email Mr. P. if you are available to join us.
10. CBC 'Music Challenge' top 10 results will be announced tomorrow.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about Tangrams today.  
How did you show what you learned?
We solved 3 different puzzles today.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to remember how the pieces fit together.  

December 6th, 2018.

Agenda:

1. Festive Evening is next Thursday, December 13th - please see the note that went home yesterday - RSVPs are to be done online (link in the note).

2. Math HW - 6 word problem questions (multiplication and division) - due Monday.
3. Novel Recommendation - presentations begin on Monday, December 17th. See below for the sheet you will receive on Monday.  
4. Math quiz - multiplication and division of whole numbers (with problem solving) - next Tuesday.
5. Science - current events - presentations next Monday.  Science Fair people - bring $2. 
6. We will begin our 'FILL A SOCK' campaign beginning Monday.  Please bring your donations all next week.7.  Social Studies Test signed and returned.  
8. NO SCHOOL TOMORROW - see you Monday.
9. We will be visiting the National Music Centre on December 18th - we will need parent volunteers for this trip.  Please email Mr. P. if you are available to join us.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about various insects and their habitats, food, etc. 
How did you show what you learned?
We visited with our 'little' buddies and listened to them present their dioramas about insects.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to be sure to congratulate them for a job well done!

December 5th, 2018.

Agenda:

1. Festive Evening is next Thursday, December 13th - please see the note that went home yesterday - RSVPs are to be done online (link in the note).

2. Story/narrative good copy due Thursday, December 6th - TOMORROW.
3. Novel Recommendation - presentations begin on Monday, December 17th. See below for the sheet you will receive on Monday.  
4. Math quiz - multiplication and division of whole numbers (with problem solving) - next Tuesday.
5. Science - current events - presentations next Monday.  Science Fair people - bring $2.
6. Spelling Exercises due tomorrow.
7. Math HW - 3-5 questions. 
8.  Social Studies Test signed and returned.  
9. Tomorrow is PJ & Stuffie Day (Spirit Day)****.
10. We will be visiting the National Music Centre on December 18th - we will need parent volunteers for this trip.  Please email Mr. P. if you are available to join us.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about different points of view.
How did you show what you learned?
We read the points of view of 3 people on the same single issue.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to recognize that most points of view are valid from the perspective of the person giving it.

December 4th, 2018.

Agenda:
1. Parents are now able to go online to their My CBE / PowerSchool account to pay fees for both our Skiing/Snowboard days as well as Outdoor School - both occur in 2019.
2. Story/narrative good copy due Thursday, December 6th.
3. Novel Recommendation - presentations begin on Monday, December 17th. See below for the sheet you will receive on Monday.  
4. Math quiz - multiplication and division of whole numbers (with problem solving) - next Tuesday.
5. Science - current events - presentations next Monday.
6. Spelling Exercises due Thursday.
7. Math HW - 2 more multiplication questions. 
8.  Social Studies Test signed and returned.  Complete up to question #14 in booklet - due tomorrow.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about how to insert quotations in our writing. 
How did you show what you learned?
We had a short mini-lesson about it.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to apply the quotation rules to our stories.

December 3rd, 2018.

Agenda:
1. Parents are now able to go online to their My CBE / PowerSchool account to pay fees for both our Skiing/Snowboard days as well as Outdoor School - both occur in 2019.
2. Story/narrative good copy due Thursday, December 6th.
3. Novel Recommendation - presentations begin on Monday, December 17th. See below for the sheet you will receive on Monday.  HW - decide on a novel to recommend that you have read since September, 2018.
4. Math quiz - multiplication and division of whole numbers (with problem solving) - this Thursday, Dec. 6th.
5. Science - current events - presentations next Monday.
6. Spelling Exercises due Thursday.
7. Math HW - 3 multiplication questions. 

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned the difference between a revenue and an expenditure. 
How did you show what you learned?
We analyzed 2 graphs in our textbook.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to understand how by-laws are created.