Hello Parents!
Today the students started off
their morning with their Unit 10 Math test! Once they were finished, they were
allowed to quietly work on their UOI summative. At the end of this period, we
got ready for Hatch, but unfortunately, they did not show up. Upon contacting
the coordinator, it was determined that there was a scheduling problem,
although I received a confirmation form for all of our days booked. They were
very apologetic, and added another workshop to our list, as well as a free
session that the students can use at their Oakville centre (I’ll post more
details once I find out about it from them). The students used the extra time
to work on their UOI summatives, and then they got ready for lunch.
After lunch, we worked on our
novel study, and read chapter 17 together as a class. After a brief discussion,
the students then got into their UOI groups and spent the remaining hour
working on their summative. After second break, the students had French, and
then they quickly filled out their agendas upon arriving back in class. I
handed out their marked math tests (I used all of my preps and break times today
to mark them!), and then reminded them they parents must sign and return it. The
students packed up, and headed to the gym, where Mr. O. took them outside for
their Gym period. After that, it was home time!
Just a few
important notes before I go:
1. Math: Unit 10 math tests were handed
back- please sign and return them!
2. Novel Study: read chapter 17 and write
a corresponding journal entry (topic of your choice). Please make sure these
journal entries are at least one page, and are written in cursive writing!
3. UOI: Summatives are due TOMORROW, and all groups will be presenting.
Just a reminder, for all students using technology (powerpoint, videos, etc.),
please remember to put it on a USB, so I can play it from my laptop, which will
be hooked up to the tv.
4. Spelling:
Lesson #26 test will be on Friday, May 5th! The words are up on the blog!
5. A
few more P.E. trips have been added
to the Grade 5 list.
a)
Squash:
Monday, May 8th. We will
leave at 1:30pm, and will be back before the end of the school day. Please note
that 2 instructors will help the students at the beginning of the lesson, and
they will teach them about the basic concepts, as well as all of the safety
precautions. Also, students are to
wear their St. Jude’s Academy athletic attire, and running shoes.
b)
Tree Top
Trekking- Friday, June 2nd. I will post more details as soon as
I get some.
6. Starting next week, we will have Hatch
Canada come to our classroom, to teach the students about coding! Coding is
our last UOI topic! Hatch will be with us every Wednesday for the month of May.
It is important that your child is present for these lessons, in order to pass
this unit. The fee is covered by the school, as this is a new Unit of Inquiry.
We are looking forward to learning all about coding!
7. The grade 6’s will be presenting their
Exhibition projects on Friday, May 5th. They will put on two
presentations, from a) 9am-11am, and b)
6pm- 8pm. Please come by to check them out, as the grade 5’s will be doing
Exhibition projects next year too. It will be a great glance into what next
year will be like for them!
8. SJA
Annual Shakespeare Play (Revenge of the Shrew) will be put on by the MYP
students on Wednesday, May 10th! Doors open at 7pm, and the show begins
at 7:30pm!
9. The Spring Fundraiser trip will be on
Thursday, May 11th, from 9am to 11am. (Please note: students who
do not raise at least $35 will not be able to attend the trip. They will sit in
with another class at the school while we are away that day- it is only for a
few hours in the morning, so please send your child to school, as we will still
be doing work in the afternoon).
10. The
SJA Spelling Bee is fast
approaching! The outline, rules, and in-class spelling words have been sent
home- please review it AND PRACTICE
with your child. Our grade 5 in-class competition will take place on Monday, May 8th, starting at
9am. The students in Grade 5 that are
spelling the grade 6 words (based on their spelling book level) will complete
with the grade 6’s on Thursday, May 11th at 12:40pm. Please make
sure your child is ON TIME for these days. The winning candidates will
go on to participate in front of the school on Tuesday, May 16th, at 9am. Winners from that will go on
to face the winners from The Maples, as well as the winners from Sunnybrook
School (a school in Toronto). Any questions regarding the spelling bee can be
directed to Ms. Chang, at vchang@stjudesacademy.com
11. Track and Field day will be on Friday, May
12th!! Freezies will be sold that day for $2, and all proceeds
will go towards new gym equipment!
12. Due
to the amount of lost items, the school is promoting iron-on name labels! They cost $5.00
for 15 labels- I can provide the order form, if you are interested!
13. The lunch ordering system is now open for June. Please ensure you place
your order no later than May 19th at
4:00pm. Lunch payment is due by May 23rd 4:00 or unfortunately your lunch
order will be cancelled for the month of June. Please keep in mind that there
are no reimbursements for field trips or absences. You can go online at http://mydigitalmailroom.com/sja/
14. I will begin my term 3 phone calls soon. I have sent
out forms, so please review it, and let me know if you prefer a phone call, an
email, or an in-person meeting. I would appreciate if all forms can be filled
out and returned BEFORE MONDAY, MAY 8TH!
15. Lastly, the Grade 5 class
will be contributing to the bake sale
this month. On Tuesday, May 30th, students in our class are welcome
to bring in NUT FREE items to sell during lunch time. All contributions are
appreciated!
That’s pretty much it for today. I hope everyone has a
wonderful evening!
Ms.
Ramnarine
Grade 5
St. Jude’s
Academy
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