Check Us Out!: February 2017

Sunday 26 February 2017

Hello Everyone,

An announcement from the Principal....

Pathways to French as a Second Language

Pathways to French as a Second Language information has been sent home today,Friday February 24th, for Grade 3 students. Please complete the French program selection sheet and return it to the school by Friday March 3rd.

In Math, we continue to explore how to find patterns as a strategy for solving problems. Using a t-chart is another way to organize the data (numbers).

In Language, we have moved on to narrative writing. We pulled out the good old GO MAP to review what we had in our schema from Grade 2-LOTS! In grade 3 we will look more closely at interesting introductions (opening sentences) to attract the reader and the proper way to use quotation marks when there is dialogue.

In Science, we are wrapping up our unit on Forces by looking more closely at some more forces in nature and the power of wind (tornadoes) and water (floods).

A FEW THINGS TO REMEMBER.........
Tues. Feb. 28th Shrove Tuesday Pancake Lunch
Wed. March 1st Ash Wednesday Liturgy at 10:15 am
Thurs. March 2nd Re-scheduled Pizza Day from Tues. Feb 28th
Fri. March 3rd Grade 3 FSL Pathways form due back at school

Sunday 19 February 2017

Hello Everyone,
A busy week filled with a tremendous amount of spirit. Sorry- no photos. I was having some technical difficulties and some unforeseen circumstances.
In Math, our new focus is on patterning. First, we uncovered what we already knew about patterning. The class was able to come up with many ATTRIBUTES that can change what a pattern looks like.

Our class will be looking more deeply into growing and shrinking patterns by looking at everyday problems that can be solved by following a number pattern.

In Language, we continue to look at QAR activities. Many texts that the students are practising with come straight from previous EQAO tests so your child will be comfortable with the testing format as well as confident at answering the questions to the best of his/her ability. In fact, the homework coming home this week may look different to you parents but I am sending home a Language EQAO package instead of the regular homework package. This will act as another opportunity for your child to practice plus give you a chance to see what it's all about. Last week's homework/spelling tests may not be corrected. I forgot to bring them home with me on Friday.

In Science, the students are being exposed to forces that happen in nature. Ask your child what the word EROSION means and if it is a push or pull force.

A FEW THINGS TO REMEMBER.......

Monday is Family Day so the school is closed to all staff and students.

Tuesday is pizza day for those who ordered it.

Wednesday is "Wear a Pink Shirt to School Day" to support anti-bullying

Thanks for your patience with the rescheduling of some interviews last week. Much appreciated.

Sunday 12 February 2017

Hello Everyone,
As a follow up from last week, here are the rest of the science presentations. Everyone did a fantastic job!

In Math, we have been exploring the concept of rounding numbers. We practised finding the 2 benchmark numbers, finding the midpoint and deciding if we round up or round down. The photo shows students creating a number line using a copy of an 100s chart.

In Language, we are continuing to understand the idea of QAR by looking to see how we can make our answers even better. Ask your child what the photo below means.

In Science, we learned how magnetic force is considered one of the indirect forces through experimentation.

A FEW THINGS TO REMEMBER........

Report cards went home this past Friday with a letter stating whether an interview was needed or not. It is imperative that I get these letters back to me by Tuesday so I can accommodate anyone's schedule before this Thursday.
February 13th-February 17th is Spirit Week
Monday- Crazy Hair Day
Tuesday- Red and White Day
Wednesday- Chew Gum Day
Thursday- Dress Like your Favourite Animal
Friday- Pyjama Day
2nd Term Pizza and Subway Order Forms now available on Cash Online
DUE : FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17.
LATE ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Please ensure that you check your child's homework over once it is complete and take a moment to assist your child with any mistakes that may be found such as no upper case letters at the beginning of sentences or math answers that seem unreasonable. The few moments that you take will serve as an authentic teachable moment that I may not get to throughout the week.

Please ensure that you see and sign the weekly spelling book your child brings home every Monday and writes about in the agenda.

Sunday 5 February 2017

Hello Everyone,

In Math, our class continued to work with money. We practised buying 2 items at a store and had to ensure the right amount of change was given back. Some students commented on how there was no purpose to this seeing how a cash register does all the math for you in real life. We relied on brain power and not on the modern conveniences of technology to work on this concept. ;)

In Language, we continue to look at Question Answer Relationships (QAR) but are now providing evidence to answer the questions in a more specific and detailed way.

We began our Science presentations on Science in Sports. They are fabulous. The students are well rehearsed and confident to speak in front of their peers.

We also had a special treat. Ms. Diamond brought in part of a mammoth's tusk for the class to see. Lots of good discussion was centered around this artifact.