Thank you!

Thank you so much for all the wonderful Christmas gifts and cards!  I feel so blessed and grateful.  During this holiday time I warmly wish you joy, hope and peace  as you celebrate Christ's birth.  Merry Christmas!

Class Trip

Here are some pictures of our class trip to Prism Studios where the children were able to paint a Christmas decoration for a keepsake.

Tardiness

It is with regret that I feel the need to speak to parents regarding tardiness of children.  This is a growing concern, as more and more children are arriving late for school.  This late arrival is disruptive to the class at work and also affects your child's own learning.  NOTE:  The first bell rings at 8:55 a.m, which allows children to come into the classroom.  At 9:00 am the second bell rings and it is time for attendance and class to begin.  Thank you for respecting these rules.

Sight Words / Phonograms

Here are the phonograms your child should know. (pgs 1-3 of the Multi-letter phonogram booklet sent home earlier)  sh, th, oo, ee, er, oy,oi, ch, ow, ou, ay, ai, ea, or, ew, ui.  I will be testing the students next week.

We have completed pgs 1-7 of the Sight Word Booklet I sent home.  These are the words your child should be able to read.  a, big, down, go, in, little, my, red, the, up, you, and, blue, find, help, is, look, not, run, three, we, away, can, for, help, it, make, one, said, to, ride, so, they, want, what.  I will be testing the students next week.

Christmas costumes

There has been a slight change to our costume for the program.  The students are dressed as angels, but it is difficult for many to find all-white clothing.  So, we are asking if the students can wear jeans or uniform pants and a white shirt.  No need for any head dressing or extras. (this will be provided).  Any questions, please see me.  Thank you.

Christmas Memory Work

For our Christmas program on Dec 19, the Grade One students are reciting by memory Luke 2:8-14.  We are on the final stretch to learn the last 2 verses.  "Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests."  Please take some time to practise this with your child.

December Dates

5---Field trip to Prism Studios (1:30 - 2:30 pm)
13--Knight Day
16--Christmas Concert Gr 4-12 (6:30 pm)
18--Salvation Army Food Drive ends
19--Christmas Program K-3 (1 pm) Dismissed for Christmas holidays after the program

Memory Work

Luke 2:8-14  Please keep working at home to memorize this text for our Christmas program.  This week we will be working on verses 8-12. "And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.  An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.  But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.  Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.  This will be a sign to you; You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger."

Spelling

This week we have 8 words. I will introduce on Monday and test on Friday, Dec 6.  Here are the words:  of, me, you, he, him, she, her, us

Cold Weather

The forecast is calling for colder weather.  Please dress for the weather in a warm coat, hat, scarves, mittens and warm shoes or boots.  Thank you!

Field Trip Notice

Parents:  Today I sent home a field trip notice, but I forgot to put a spot on the permission form for the parent signature.  Please put your parent signature on the bottom of the form and print your name underneath.  I will need this signature to verify your consent.  My apologies and thank you!

Christmas Memory Work

Luke 2: 8-14

And there were shepherds living out in fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “DO not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. Suddenly a great company of the heavenly hosts appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest , and on earth peace to men on whom his favour rests.”

Parents:  This is the Bible text the students will be reciting on the Christmas program.  We have begun to memorize and we are needing your help to practise at home.  I would love for the students to know by this Friday "And there were shepherds..........and they were terrified." (small section)  

Costumes:  We will be angels, so I am requesting that the students wear all white. (can be white shirt and skirt/pants).

Spelling Test Nov.28

Short week next week (Friday, Pro-D-Day), so I will introduce the new Spelling words on Monday, Nov. 25 and we will test on Thursday, Nov. 28.  Here are the words: big, fish, hill, hit, in, by, to

Salvation Army Food Drive

Our Food Drive to help the Salvation Army efforts begins Monday, November 25.  This year our class teams up with Grade 6A and we will earn 5 points for every canned vegetable we contribute.  All other non-perishable items are 1 point.  The class that brings in the highest points will be awarded a class prize.  Our school goal is to reach a goal of 20,000 points.  If we meet that goal, as a school,  we will celebrate with a Cozy Casual Day on Thursday, January 9.  As we are thankful for God's bountiful gifts to us, let us share and care for those in need.  Thank you for your support for this cause that makes a big difference to those in need.

Bowling

Sight Words

Thank you to parents who are following our Sight Word review.  As of this week we will have completed the first 6 pages of the Sight Word booklet.  These are the words your child should know to read at sight: a, big, down go, in, little, my, red, the, up, you, and, blue, find, help, is, look, not, run, three, we, away, can, for, here, it, make, one, said, to  Check in with your child and see his/her progress. 

Multi-letter Phonogram

As we begin a new Spelling list, we are also learning new multi-letter phonograms. (refer to the mini booklet I sent home).  This week in addition to: er, oo, th, sh, ee  New learning phonograms:  ch, oy, oi, ow, ou.  Take some time with the booklet to practise these important phonograms that will help your child as they carry on the road to reading.  Thank you for your support!

Spelling Test: Fri., Nov 22

This week we will take on the challenge of 7 spelling words.  I will introduce today and the test will be Friday.  Here are the words for you to practise at home:  can, so, pet, the, good, last, beg

Bowling

Just a reminder that we will be going bowling on Thursday afternoon from 1:30-2:30.  Children may wear play clothes that day.  Hope to see a few parent helpers there!

Spelling Test--Nov 15

Here are the words:  run, ran,  go, do, did

Skating Pictures

November dates

Here are some upcoming November dates:

Nov.6-----Skating (play clothes, bring helmet)
Nov.8-----Remembrance Day Service (2pm)
Nov.11----Remembrance Day (no school)
Nov.14----Bowling (1:30 pm)
Nov.19----Photo retakes
Nov.20----Western Dress Up Day
Nov.22----Knight Day, Hot Lunch, Bowling (1:30 pm)
Nov.29----Pro-D-Day

Remembrance Day Service

Our Remembrance Day Service will be held on Friday.  The service will start at 2 pm and students are dismissed when the service is over.  Parents are welcome, although seating will be limited.  Students should come to school in their regular uniform.

Skating

Just a reminder that we are going skating on Wednesday morning this week.  Students are allowed to wear play clothes and need to bring a helmet and skates if they have them.

Memory Work

For the month of November we will be learning Galations 5: 22,23.  "For the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control; against such there is no law." Thank you for taking time to practise this Scripture at home!

Spelling Test Nov. 8

I will introduce the words today and the Spelling test will be on Friday, Nov. 8.  Here are the words:  hat, be, am, is, bed  Home practise is helpful!

Family Presentations

Last we completed our family presentations.  I was proud of how well the students did and wanted to share a few pictures.

Fall Color Day

Just a reminder that tomorrow is Fall Color Day (Oct 31).  Students may choose to wear casual pants and a fall colored shirt, or otherwise just wear school uniform.  (not a play clothes day and no costumes, please!)  Thank you!

Spelling Test

I will introduce the 5 new words today, and the test will be on Thursday, Oct.31.  Please practise printing these words at home:  six, all, my, not, ten.

Parent/Teacher Conferencs

On Friday, Nov. 1 there is no school as we are having Parent/Teacher conferences.  Please stop into my classroom as you drop off your child or pickup your child and schedule a 15 minute conference, if you so wish.  I hope to accommodate as many parents as possible, and would love to chat and share with you how your child is progressing.

Reminder

Friday, October 25th is a Pro D Day!

Picture Day

Tomorrow, Tuesday, October 22nd, is Picture Day. We will do both group and individual pictures. Students are asked to wear their navy blue sweaters or hoodies in the pictures.

Skating

Last week I sent home a blue paper regarding our Skating Field Trip on Nov. 6.  Please return this permission form as soon as possible.  Thank you.

Multi-Letter Phonograms

On Monday, I will be sending home a multi-letter phonogram booklet for you to use at home to help your child learn the multi-letter phonograms.  As we begin our Spell to Write and Read program, we will be focussing on specific multi-letter phonograms.  Here are the first 5 we will be learning for the upcoming weeks:  sh, th, oo, ee, er.   Please use the booklet I send home to help your child learn these phonograms. 

Spelling

Parents:

Now that we have finished reviewing our single letter phonograms, our uppercase/  lowercase letters, and worked on beginning, ending, middle sounds, we are now ready to begin our spell to read and write program. Monday, Oct.21 I will introduce 5 Spelling words that we will practise daily and on Thursday, Oct. 25  I will test the students. Home support is greatly appreciated. Here are the words we will be learning for the students to spell independently: top, but, and,cat, red

Picture Day

Just a reminder that Monday, October 22 is our individual and class picture day.  Students are expected to be in full uniform (sweaters included).  Thank you!

Sight Word Booklet

These are the words we have learned so far from our Sight Word Booklet.  a, big, down, go, in, little, my, red, the up, you, and blue. Please check to see if your child is able to read these words at sight, and continue practising if needed.  This week we will learn:  find, help, is, look  
Oct. 21-24:  not, run, three, we
Oct. 28-Nov. 1:  away, can, for, here, it
Just a reminder that these are not spelling words, but sight reading words to help your child on the beginning road of reading.  Thank you for your support.

chapel

Our Chapel focus this month is prayer. We are memorizing the Lord’s Prayer as our memory verse and the children are learning the components of prayer. Our Chapel leader, Mrs. S, has started Prayer Journals where each class has a stuffy and a Prayer Journal to take home. The students may keep the stuffy and prayer journal for one week and will fill it out at home and bring it back each Monday. Our first student is Chelsea and the children are excited to see who will take the stuffy home next.

Memory Work

We are learning the Lord's prayer from Matthew 6:9-13.  "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread."  Please practise this section with your child, as we also practise daily.  Students should know this by October 15.   Thank you for your support in your child's learning.

Soup Picnic

On Thursday, October 10, the high school Food Class will be serving our classes a soup picnic created from veggies from our Highroad garden.  The students will be served one bowl of veggie soup and a bun.  If you think your child might not like the soup, then sending a lunch will be helpful.  We will be having our lunch early that day to accommodate  serving the whole school with hot soup.

Field trip Pictures

Although the weather wasn't the best we still had a great time at the Taves Farm.  Thank you to all the parents who came along and helped to make this a good experience for all!

Class Presentations

Today I sent home a yellow paper which tells all about our family oral presentation.  Please help your child fill out the form for the presentation and take time to practise it with them. I will help students as needed, but it is important for them to practise ahead of time so they are familiar with what they want to say.  Make sure they choose a visual to accompany their presentation as well as the filled out yellow paper.  At the bottom of the page I have indicated the date your child will be doing their presentation.  If you have any questions, please come ask! The students know about this upcoming presentation and are excited to share!

Assembly

Today we had an assembly with all the primary classes.  Our topic was Healthy Relationships.  We learned about JOY.  Jesus first , then Others, then Yourself.  This is how we create joy. Bible text:      John 15: 12, 13   My command is this: love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this.    We were challenged to show this in life by being a bucket filler and not bucket dipper.  Please ask your child about what does mean to be a bucket filler vs. a bucket dipper.

Phonograms/Sight Words

This week I will be testing students on the single letter phonograms and the sight words we have learned :  a, big, down, go, in, my, red, the up, little.  If your child is experiencing difficulty and needs more home review, you will receive a notice.  Please use the booklets I sent home to review with your child.  Thank you to all parents who faithfully take time to review!  This is the beginning road to reading!

Important Field Trip Notice

For our field trip to the Taves Farm on Friday there is a small change in our time of departure.  We will be leaving on the bus at 8:45 a.m. SHARP.  So be prepared to bring your child to school early. Also, each child needs to bring a plastic bag with their name written on it for their pumpkin.  Thank you for your attention and promptness.

September Reading Chart

Students may return the filled in September home reading chart.  I will send the October Reading Chart home on Monday.

Bible Memory

For the month of October, our Bible memory work will be Matthew 6:9-13.  Let's begin with vs. 9:  This, then, is how you should pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.  Please take time to review this at home in addition to our classroom practise.  Thank you!

Quiet Reading Time

As part of our daily schedule, after lunch we take 10 minutes to rest and enjoy some quiet reading time before we begin our afternoon work/activities.

Friday afternoon stations

On Friday afternoon we had a lot of fun rotating through various stations of activities.  (art--fall tree painting, Lego--building structures, Printing--extra practise forming letters, and Ipads--number and word games)  Thank you to Jordan's mom for helping us out!

Buddy Time

On Mondays after lunch our class pairs up with the Grade 5 class for some buddy reading.  Here are a few pictures:

October Dates

Here is what is coming up:

October 4--Taves Family Farm Field trip

October 11 – Knight Day

October 14 – No School Thanksgiving

October 22 – Picture Day

October 25 – Pro D Day

October 29-31 – Scholastic Book Fair

October 31 – Fall Colour Dress Up – yellow, brown, orange, green and red

Parent Help????

I am still looking for a parent helper from 1:30-3 pm. tomorrow.  Any takers???Please let me know before Friday morning!!!! (let me know after school today or email me by my highroad account).  Thank you!!!

Knight Day

Just a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 27 is Knight Day and hot lunch if you pre-ordered it.

Criminal Record Check

Our first field trip is coming up soon.  Just a reminder that our Field trip policy requires that all parents and grandparents who wish to come with us on our fieldtrips must have a valid criminal record check.  Here is some info that you may find helpful:

• If you did a criminal record check for your child when they were in Kindergarten, it will still be valid. Criminal record checks are valid for two years.
• If you do not know when your criminal record check expires or if you have one, the office can look it up for you.
• If you need to have one completed, please email the office and they will prepare a letter for you to drop off at the police station. There is no cost to you.

Orange Shirt Day

A new addition to our September calendar! On Monday, September 30th we will be participating in Orange Shirt day. Students may come to school wearing casual bottoms and an orange shirt. If you aren’t wearing an orange shirt, you are wearing your uniform as per usual. We will use this opportunity to talk to our students about how ‘Every Child Matters’.

Sight Words

On the inside of the planner is manilla pouch.  I will be using this to send home papers and various other information.  A notice regarding student individual photos is enclosed as well as a sight booklet.  The sight booklet may be used at home to practise the sight words we learn. Here are the words we have learned so far:  a, big, down, go, in, red  Please use this book to practise at home.  I will let you know when we have completed a page list, so you can home check your child's progress.

Help Needed

I am looking for a parent helper on Friday, September 27 from 1pm-3pm.  I hope to introduce stations to the students and I will need some help with the art station.  Please let me know if you are interested and able. (you can write me a note in the planner) 

Apple Tasting

We are learning about the upcoming fall season and the changes it brings about in nature, animals, and people. It is a cycle of life that God created.  As part of the unit, we talked about and read books about apple harvesting.  Last week we did some apple tasting (Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith and McIntosh).  We voted on which was the best and most of the students voted for the McIntosh!  Here is a picture of our tasting one of the apples:

Planners

Tuesday, September 24---I will be sending home the student planners.  Here's how the planner works.  Students will print a morning message every morning on the day/date.  I will check and initial their message.  They will take the planner home at the end of the day.  Please take a moment to read their message and initial the message so that I know you have read it.  Students are required to bring their planner to school everyday for each message.  The planner gives you an opportunity to see how they are printing and if you need to communicate something to me, you may also use this to write a message, as I will be reading and checking their planner everyday.  Students who have parent signatures for the week ( not in advance please) will get a small prize.

Field Trip

I sent home a field trip form for our first field trip to take place on Oct. 4.  Please reply as soon as possible.  This will be an awesome field trip and I hope that parents will be able to accompany us for this spectacular event.  Please indicate on the form.

Emergency/Comfort Kit Reminder

If you have not already done so, just a reminder to send in your child's emergency comfort kit before the end of September.  A notice was sent home regarding this.  Thank you for your promptness!

Toonies for Terry

Each year, we celebrate the amazing achievements and life of Terry Fox and collect money to raise awareness for cancer research. We will be participating in our Terry Fox Run on September 26th and we would ask that each student bring in a toonie to help with this cause. Thanks for partnering with us in this!

Parent Night

Just a reminder that our Parent Night is Monday, September 16th at 6:30pm. I hope to see you there!

Sept. --Important Dates

September 13 – Knight Day

September 16 – Parent Night 6:30pm

September 20 – Pro D Day (no school)

September 27 – Knight Day

Important Note--Pizza

Tomorrow, Tuesday, Sept.10, 2019  will be our first Pizza Day.  Please have a conversation with your child regarding their pizza order and the manner of payment (pizza card purchased at the office or $2 cash). In the morning I will orally ask the children if they are going to have pizza, what kind, and payment.  If you wish, you may send me a note with the payment.  This will be the format to indicate if your child is participating.  Thank you!!!