... and that's it for September!
We've had a busy first few weeks of school! We're now almost finished our first Science units, we've wrapped up the first part of our first math unit, and we're diving into drafting our first stories of the year! This week we had our first fire drill, as well as the Terry Fox Run. We managed to raise over $1250, so Mr. Firth had his beard dyed! Next week we have Lunch on the Go (on Thursday). Mr. V won't be here on Tuesday, so there will be a substitute. We also have a math quiz on Thursday. The quiz will include: comparing numbers (greater than/less than) and showing numbers in different forms (standard form: 2018, expanded form: 2000+10+8, and word form: two thousand eighteen), as well as showing numbers with base ten blocks. Reminders for the week:
Finally, now that we're through the first week, I'll start making my beginning of year phone calls. I'm hoping to touch base with everyone in the next week or two for a quick 5 minute chat about how the year is going so far. If you have a busy schedule and it's tough to get ahold of you, I would really appreciate a quick email ([email protected]) letting me know when you might be available. Thanks so much for reading! Mr. V
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This week we began our first full science units (Waste and Our World, and Wetland Ecosystems), started looking at developing believable characters in Writers' Workshop, and focused on Expanded Form in Math. We had our Bus Evacuation practice on Thursday, as well as a visit from award-winning author Faith Hicks. On Friday we had our first Kids in the Know lesson, reviewing the 7 root strategies.
Next week we'll move on to comparing numbers in Math. We'll continue working on characters in Writing, and we'll continue on with the same Science units. Reminders for next week: - Individual Pictures are on Tuesday - Terry Fox walk/run is on Wednesday Also a heads up, Orange Shirt day will be held Oct. 1 in our district. Orange Shirt Day is also an opportunity for First Nations, local governments, schools and communities to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. Thanks for reading! Mr. V Our made it through our first full week! We had a busy time. We dove into our Writers' Workshop, and explored how to find story ideas. We did a book tasting, sorted into groups, got started on our Reading Clubs. We started doing our Math station rotations. We even got started on our Introduction to Science!
Next week, we start exploring Place Value and Expanded Form in math, and we're starting our first full units in Science (Waste in our World, and Wetlands and Ecosystems). Reminders for next week: - Please fill out and send in the Volunteer Sign-up sheet - Our first Kids in the Know health lesson will be next Friday Thanks for reading! Mr. V Wow! Our first week is done. We spent a lot of time getting to know each other, and readjusting to "school mode". We got started on reading and writing, and got used to choosing successful spots for work. Next week we are diving headfirst into most of our subjects, including our first Math unit (Whole Numbers), and our introduction to Science!
Reminders for next week: - Classroom Job applications are due on Tuesday - Scholastic book orders are due on Friday - Please send back the Parent Information booklet if you haven't already. Have a great weekend! Mr. V Hello Parents and Guardians!
As I hope your child has shared with you, I will be trying something a little different this year with regards to classroom jobs. Listed below are a number of classroom jobs (with descriptions) that your child may apply for. We have gone over the application process in class, so your child will be familiar with it: I ask that they complete the application form (on their own, or with your help) and bring it back to school by Tuesday, Sept 11. They may fill out an application for more than one job, although I ask that they indicate their top choices in numerical order. I've expressed to the students the importance of doing their jobs well - these jobs help our classroom run smoothly, and the expectations are clear. Therefore, if a student is not doing a good job, they may be asked to step down, and another student will take their place. At the end of November (and again in March), students will have the opportunity to re-apply for jobs, and we can change things up a bit. The jobs are as follows: Tech Guru - in charge of SMARTboard remote, and helping classmates who don't know how to do something on a computer/iPad Librarian - keep classroom library tidy and make sure that library books are returned the morning of our book exchange Sweeper - sweep the floor before going outside at lunch recess and at the end of the day Sanitizer - wipe down tables, desks, and other surfaces before going outside at lunch recess and as needed Class Photographer - use Mr. V's iPad to take photos and videos of our daily classroom activities to be shared during weekly blogs and on FreshGrade Supply Manager - checks students supplies once a week and replaces missing supplies Side Kick - delivers materials/messages for Mr. V, fills in if a student is missing and cannot do their job. Handy - in charge of handing out papers and supplies Thank you for helping your child fill out the Job Application. Next week, the students will find out if they have been hired for a job, and which job. If your child was not selected for a job, remind them that jobs will be switching in November, and students who haven't yet had a job will be chosen first for that round. Thanks, Mr. V We had a great first day today!
Looking forward to a great year. Mr. V |
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