Hello, 5B families!
In Career Education, students learned about Howard Gardner’s “Theory of Multiple Intelligences” through a poster, checklist, and video, and I invited them to reflect upon and share their top three multiple intelligences.
In Math, students have now brought home a quiz on telling time on an analog clock and calculating elapsed time. I am encouraging all students to keep reviewing this content and to do a retest or have a “math meeting” with me to show their new learning in this areas as they make progress—at any time this year! There is no deadline to progress!
Right now we are focussing on understanding place value and writing numbers in standard form, expanded form and word form.
In Religion class, we opened up discussion by reading this beautiful book and discussing prayer, free will, and the similarities between some major religions. Students will learn about a Catholic worldview this year, while honouring diversity, encouraging critical thinking, and supporting one another in their spiritual journeys.
Students also learned about the Apostles’ Creed and are reflecting upon their own beliefs as they write and illustrate their own creeds.
In Social Studies, we have been learning about eminent Canadians, specifically Terry Fox. Students were supported with tips on how to research using appropriate internet sites about Terry Fox. Students were tasked with creating a Google doc and typing up their own original poem about Terry Fox. We introduced some poetry concepts as well, including line breaks, repetition, symbolic language, and appealing to the five senses.
Reminder: It’s the Soccer Jamboree tomorrow!
Students should wear their comfortable gym strip and outdoor running shoes. As well, I recommend sunscreen, hats, full water bottles, and a good night sleep on Thursday. We will have a fun day of sport—and everyone will be encouraged and supported to be successful. Competition is de-emphasized, and teamwork and a positive growth mindset will be emphasized and celebrated!
Tiffany Poirier 