Sept 16

Happy Monday!!! Today was a fun day. We sliced open a coconut... with a lot of force... a hammer was involved. But don't worry, safety first, the students were at a safe distance! They were really adventurous and tried the coconut water and the meat (copra) inside and also tasted the dried sweetened coconut that is used to make macaroons. Some liked it a lot and some did not... but they were all really great about trying it.

We are learning about materials and structures in Science and started with natural materials (hence the coconut lab!) and now we are moving into man-made materials.

We have begun reading Little House in the Big Woods, which ties into our Socials unit of Pioneers.

I was very pleased with the Math quizzes last Friday and will be sending them home, along with the spelling test books, for your signature tomorrow. I still have a few students who need to write the Math quiz as they were away on Friday.

Homework:
1. Rd for 15 minutes
2. Sp Unit 2- WTW #1-4
3. Math w/s front only

Reminders:
-- Terry Fox walk is on Wednesday on school grounds. Please be generous with your donations of coins.
-- Friday: Photo day-- full uniform required
-- Hot lunch does not begin until October, so please send a lunch on Wednesday.

Sept 13

Two weeks down! Wow! That went by fast! Only 38 more to go ;)

I hope your child is having fun as we have done some really neat things this week. There is no homework assigned for the weekend. If your child has not handed in all their work, then they have some catch up work to complete.

On Monday, we will be looking at coconuts and the uses that it has. I looked at my allergy list and no one has a listed coconut allergy. We will be tasting coconut water and the meat from a fresh coconut.

SPELLING:
Next week, we will be working on Unit 2. As I have mentioned, the routine is

Monday-- Write the Words
Tuesday-- Word Power
Wednesday-- Challenges

You are welcome to work ahead.
The corresponding page numbers are in their black duo tangs and also on page on this blog ----->

Photo day is on FRIDAY, SEPT 20. Full uniform needed.

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!

Sept 12

Summer decided to make a comeback... just like '80 clothing :)
Students are allowed to wear their gym strips again tomorrow.

Thank you for your patience with the planners. I really hope they arrive by next week!

Homework:
1. Rd for 15 mins
2. Math w/s
3. Comm Skills pg 3,5

 Reminders:
-Spelling Test Unit 1
-Math Quiz- (Odd/Even, Number Patterns)

Sept 11, 2013

THANK YOU to all of the families who came out last night to celebrate the start of the school year! I hope you all had a great time at the BBQ. If you were unable to come, your child is bringing the information package home today. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me.

We started our Pioneer unit in Socials this week and today, we made butter! Yummy! We were able to try it with a piece of bread. If you want to make it at home, here is our VERY easy recipe...

Pour two cups of whipping cream in a container (we used a plastic water bottle). Shake, shake, shake for about 20 minutes. (Take turns! So fun!) Drain in a strainer (the leftover liquid is buttermilk). Salt and enjoy!

Homework:
1. Rd for 15 minutes
2. Butter reading comprehension (not the cheese part)
3. Sp.1-- Challenges
4. Math w/s (front and A-C on the back)

Message From PFG

The Walkathon is on October 11th this year, and the PFG will be looking for a number of volunteers for different jobs on the day of the event.  A sign up sheet with more information will be coming home soon!

The next PFG meeting will be held on Monday, September 16th, at 7pm, in the Cenacle Room in the Parish Centre.  They are still looking for volunteers to complete their executive committee:

• The Co-Chair is responsible for arranging PEC meetings, and carries out the Chair's duties in their absence.
• The Volunteer Coordinator communicates with Parent Reps and the Family Service Coordinator to find and organise volunteers for PFG events.

They are also looking for two Parent Representatives from each class.  Parent Reps liaise with the teacher and class parents regarding fundraising efforts, and help the Volunteer Coordinator recruit volunteers for PFG events.

Joining the PFG is a great way to fulfil your family service commitment (not including the mandatory maintenance hours) for the year.  For more information, please attend the meeting, or email: fundraising@ccsunited.ca