Hello
Parents!
Before I
begin, please remember to check out the pictures below!! We had quite an
eventful day, to say the least!
This morning,
the students start off their day with gym. We then had our spelling test, and
then marked our math homework.We had a class discussion about the pros and cons
of biases in displaying data. Soon after, we were called down to the auditorium
to practice our Christmas concert song on stage.
After recess
we watched a Youtube video of “Bartholomew and the Oobleck,” (a book written by
Dr. Seuss). Following that, we talked about Oobleck, and then…. we created it!
Although it only required cornstarch and water (and food colouring), the
students were SO amazed by this “Non-Newtonian Liquid.” We made connections to
our OUI topic (matter), and talked about the characteristics of everything.
Students will be taking their Oobleck home with them today, so if it needs more
water or cornstarch (in order to get it to the right consistency), feel free to
add more.
After second
break, the students had French, and then at the end of the day we finished up
any remaining work (Christmas trees from yesterday, etc.). We also spoke about
next week being our last week, and what that will look like. Only 4 more days
left of school next week!
Just a few
notes before I go:
1.
The
Oobleck we created in class today was made with only cornstarch and water
(and green food colouring). Feel free to create more this weekend with your
children!
2.
Unit 5 math test on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20th!
3.
“Candygrams”
have been extended until Monday!
They cost $1.50 per candy cane, and the proceeds will be donated to help Brian
Kiagon (a boy in Africa) attend school. Let’s try to help Brian achieve his
educational dreams!
4.
Mr. Slyk has organized a skating trip for the last day of school next week (Thursday, December 22nd). Your child must return the permission form by Wednesday, December 21st,
whether they are attending or not. Also, students MUST bring their own skates and helmet, in order to participate, as
the arena does not provide anything.
5.
Re-registration
packages went home this afternoon. If you are interested in registering
your child at St. Jude’s Academy again next year (and I hope you are!), please
be sure to fill out and send back the packages AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. The
deadline for these packages will be February
9th, and then after that date, spaces open up to the public. So,
please don’t wait until last minute to make these important decisions!
6.
Practice singing, “Santa Claus is coming to town!” We have 3 school days until our big
performance!
7.
The grade 3 classes are organizing a food and toy drive, and are asking for
non-perishable food items, as well as new toys/ books. We will be collecting
them in each classroom until December
21st. This time of year can be difficult for many families, so let’s try to
help out those who need it!
8.
Just a reminder for “Secret Santa,” the price limit is $10, and the students should
refer to the form of their “Secret Santa” person, in order to make their
shopping easier. I ask that students do not bring in their gifts until DECEMBER
21st or 22nd, as I don’t want it to get stolen or damaged. I have suggested
that students wrap the present with a tag that says, “To: _____, From: Your
Secret Santa,” and bring it in in a plastic bag (so students don’t see each
other walking in with a specific gift, which will ruin the suspense).
9.
The St. Jude's Academy Christmas concert is
quickly approaching! The students are
excited to share the performances that they have been busily preparing. The Christmas
concert is taking place on December 21st.
There will be two performances on this date. The first performance takes place at noon,
and the second performance takes place at 7pm.
Families are welcome to attend either (or both!) performance times. PLEASE BRING A NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEM AS
YOUR “TICKET” INTO THE CHRISTMAS CONCERT!
10.
During the evening performance (at the Christmas
concert), the class Christmas baskets
organized by the Parent Guild will be available by auction. There will also be refreshments available by
purchase. Please come prepared to
participate in these exciting events!
I think that
pretty much sums it up. I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Ms.
Ramnarine
Grade 5
St. Jude’s
Academy
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