We have wrapped up week two, and it’s been a blast! I’m really enjoying my first year teaching at our school—what a blessing it is to work with such kind, hard working and enthusiastic students!
We explored so much this week, as you can see below…
Math: We learned to identify Roman numerals to 20, and for a challenge some students tested their speed mentally calculating elapsed time shown on two classic clocks.Math: We introduced a new unit on working with the rules for increasing and decreasing patterns with words, numbers, symbols, and variables.Physical Education: We joined other local independent schools at the fun soccer tournament today! Everyone played so well and showed amazing school spirit!Health Ed. & Language Arts: We had lots of small group discussion time to brainstorm our ideas and get feedback on our poetry and other writing projects. Language Arts & Art: The students worked hard this week to watercolour paint self-portraits and to write metaphorical “I Am” poems—you will be amazed! We will do a full post on this work next week. Career Ed. & Health Ed.: We brainstormed and illustrated some guidelines and safety practices for our class. Social Studies: We enjoyed “Meet Terry Fox” as a read-aloud and discussion prompt.
Social Studies: In preparation for next week’s Terry Fox Run, we watched this video. We will also be transforming and sharing our learning by writing biographical poems to teach others about the life and contributions of this Canadian hero. Career Ed./Health Ed: Our class enjoyed a powerful lesson on friendship skills using the “Open Parachute”program video and discussion prompts.
Music & Band: Our students have loved starting up their musical year with Mr. Oliver, and they have all selected their new instruments. As well, we learned a new worship song: “Heaven Meets Earth”, a beautiful tune by the group All Sons and Daughters.
In the Agendas: Students were invited today to bring home their spelling self-tests and check-in math quizzes covering telling time on analog clocks and calculating elapsed time. (Students are welcome to rewrite any test or quiz any time.) Students have also brought home a “student verification form” for parents/guardians to sign, and we ask that “Earthquake Comfort Kits” come in as soon as possible. We know there are lots of forms in the beginning of the year—thank you so much for your time!
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