Hello Parents!

Today the students started off their morning with UOI. As a whole class, we discussed the three levels of government, and the leaders in each sector. After, we discussed the responsibilities in each level of government, and talked about possible reasons why they fall into those categories. I then handed out a few worksheets, and told the students that they are to be completed over the long weekend. After UOI, we took up the lesson #9 math homework, and then I introduced lesson #10 (Estimating Area). We discussed the main concepts and strategies, and then went through examples together.  After, we did a complete review of Unit 9, in preparation for their unit test on Tuesday (April 18^th). I offered to work with students during recess, but unfortunately no one took me up on that offer.

After lunch, the students had Music, and then they had Gym. Following second break, they had French, and then they filled out their agendas when they got back to class. I came around and checked their Chapter 6 novel study journal, and collected their protest poster. I reminded the students to take all of their books for the weekend, and then I handed out a little Easter gift (see below for a picture!). The students stacked their chairs, and then got ready to go home.

Just a few important notes before I go:

1.       Math: Lesson #10 workbook homework P# 144-145. The Unit 9 math test will be on Tuesday, April 18^th. I strongly recommend that students complete the “Show What You Know” pages at the end of their chapter- P#344-345 in their textbook. Also, unit 8 retests were handed back yesterday, so please sign them and return them by tomorrow.

2.       Novel Study: read chapter 7 and write a corresponding journal entry (topic of your choice). Protest posters were due today, but students have until Tuesday to submit it.

3.       There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, April 14^th, and Monday, April 17^th, as it is Easter Long Weekend.

4.       Spring Uniforms can be worn, starting on Tuesday, April 18^th.

5.       The Spring Fundraiser forms were recently sent home, and they will be due on Wednesday, April 19th. The pledge forms will be due on Friday, April 28th.

6.       Friday, April 21^st is Earth Day, and students are encouraged to dress up in Earth colours.

7.       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!

That pretty much sums it up for today. I hope everyone has a wonderful (and safe!) long weekend!

Ms. Ramnarine

Grade 5

St. Jude’s Academy