Friday, December 21, 2012

Homework
Read - as a much as you can!
STRINGS - bring instruments for Monday, January 7th

RINGS THOSE BELLS - ASSEMBLY
Yesterday's assembly was fantastic!  Great work done by all! It was wonderful to see so many families in attendance.  Thank you for your support.

THANK YOU TO THE POULSEN FAMILY!!
Thank you to Jake and the Poulsen family for making everyone's Christmas a little merrier.  We appreciate the Poulsen family for the beautiful frames they provided for our gifts.   

GRADE 4 - SCIENCE FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Just a reminder to do a little research and thinking over the holidays if you're interested in participating in the Science Fair. 

THANK YOU
Thank you to our families for your most generous Christmas Presents.  We are very appreciative of your generosity and thoughtfulness.   We would like to thank you for your daily support, a year-long gift!

We also appreciate your support in getting your Christmas gifts home.  Thanks for picking up gifts after the assembly!

2012 YEAR END CLEAN
Students will be emptying their lockers today.  All winter wear, PE strip and lunch goodies should be coming home.  Thanks for double-checking your child's locker!

We will also keep AGENDAS AND SELF REPORTS  at school, ready for the new year!

A very Merry Christmas to all.  May 2013 bring us all good health and happiness! We'll look forward to seeing everyone on January 7th for a full day!

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - no work this week
3. Math - multiplication drill practise - your choice
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for TOMORROW Morning  - STUDENT DAILY REPORT
Please review and initial each page.  Thank you. 

RINGS THOSE BELLS - ASSEMBLY
Tomorrow is our Christmas Assembly.   This assembly will start at 1:15 pm.  Come early to get a seat.  We hope to see you there!

GRADE 4 - SCIENCE FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Today, Grade 4 students were invited to participate in an introductory Science Fair Meeting.  They will bringing home a blue informational newsletter and permission form for parental review.  Please discuss with your child if you would like them to participate in this extra-curricular opportunity. 

THANK YOU
Thank you to our families for your most generous Christmas Presents.  We are very appreciative of your generosity and thoughtfulness.   We also appreciate your daily support, a year-long gift!

2012 YEAR END CLEAN
We will be helping students clear their lockers over the break, ensuring that boots, gloves, hats, PE strip, lunch bags, etc. are taken home.  Indoor shoes may be left over the break if they are not needed.  Could you please help by checking your child's locker? 

Students will have an 'extra large' family present that will require adult transportation.    

Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow! 

Monday, December 17, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - no work this week
3. Math - multiplication drill practise - your choice
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Wednesday Morning  -
District Newsletter
STUDENT DAILY REPORT
Please review and initial each page.  Thank you. 

THANK YOU!
Thank you to Alexis and Jamie for bringing in puzzle pieces for a class craft.  We have plenty of pieces for festive fun!

Winter Wear
Snow!!  Don't forget to wear your winter wear (boots, snowpants/jacket, hats, gloves/mitts). Remember to leave indoor shoes at school until Friday.  

Thanks for a great start to our FINAL WEEK of 2012!!  Have a GREAT night! 

Friday, December 14, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning  -

STUDENT DAILY REPORT
Please review and initial each page.  Thank you. 

THANK YOU!
A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Nessman and Riley, who supported our class in making "melted Frosty" pins.  We appreciate your time and support in bringing festivities into our classroom! 

SKATING 
Thank you to all students for coming prepared.  We appreciate your organization.  Thank you to all families who were able to join the kids in their skates.  We'll have our 3rd skate on February 22 in the afternoon.

Art

• plastic container  with lid (500 or 750 ml yogurt, sour cream, etc.)
• puzzle for craft (missing pieces okay!)

Have a great weekend!  See you on Monday!  Ms. P.

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 14 - Quiz - Post Test Mark
3. Math-  x drills - 0-9x -
              Great Practise: (www.aaamath.com - multiplication facts 0-9x button)
4.  Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Tomorrow Morning  -
5.  PIZZA  - tomorrow, for those who ordered

STUDENT DAILY REPORT
Please review and initial each page.  Thank you. 

SKATING 
Start bringing equipment for tomorrow's skate.  Remember to bring: helmets (face masks & neck guards, gloves, etc.) for hockey players.  Bus leaves at 12:30 pm. 

Art - please bring in plastic container lid (500 or 750 ml yogurt, sour cream, etc.)

Have a great night!  Ms. P.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 14 - Quiz - Tomorrow
3. Math-  x drills - 0-9x -
              Great Practise: (www.aaamath.com - multiplication facts 0-9x button)
4.  Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning  -
5.  PIZZA  - Friday, for those who ordered

STUDENT DAILY REPORT
Today your child will be bringing home a GREEN DUOTANG along with their Agenda.  These reports are part of goal setting and organization in the Health & Career Education program.  The reports contain your child's assessment of their day. Please review and initial each page.  Thank you. 

SKATING 
Start bringing equipment for Friday's Skate.

Art - please bring in plastic container lid (500 or 750 ml yogurt, sour cream, etc.)

Have a great night!  Ms. P.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 14 - complete page 73 or 74; Quiz - Thursday
3. Math-  x drills - 0-9x
              Great Practise: (www.aaamath.com - multiplication facts 0-9x button)
4.  Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning  -
5.  PIZZA  - Friday, for those who ordered

Art - please bring in plastic container lid (500 or 750 ml yogurt, sour cream, etc.)

Have a great night!  Ms. P.

Monday, December 10, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 14 - complete page 72 & Agenda; Quiz - Thursday
3. Math- complete 3.7 - Due: tomorrow; x drills - 0-9x
              Great Practise: (www.aaamath.com - multiplication facts 0-9x button)
4.  Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning  -
5.  PIZZA ORDERS - Due:  Tomorrow

SKATING REMINDER:
Skating on FRIDAY afternoon at Mac Park Arena.  If possible, please bring skates on Thursday.  Make sure your skates are secured in a bag (bus safety regulation). 

Hockey players, please bring helmets with face masks and neck guards, as well as gloves, sticks, etc. 

Can You Help?
We require one Parent Driver to carry our hockey sticks, as they are not allowed to be carried loosely on the bus.   If you can help, please see Ms. Pawliuk or Ms. Petty (or put a note in agenda).  Thanks!

Have a great night.  Ms. Pawliuk

Friday, December 7, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Post Test Mark
3. Math- x drills - 0-9x
              Great Practise: (www.aaamath.com - multiplication facts 0-9x button)
4.  Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning  - NEWSLETTER re: songs and details regarding concert
5.  PIZZA ORDERS - Due:  Tuesday, Dec 11 for Friday, Dec 14

Have a GREAT WEEKEND.  See everyone on Monday!  Ms. P. 

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 13, Quiz - tomorrow
3. Math- x drills - 0-9x
              Great Practise: (www.aaamath.com - multiplication facts 0-9x button)
4.  Cultural Celebrations - complete all Holidays Around the World work; due Friday
5.  Strings - Instruments & Method Books for tomorrow Morning 
6.  PIZZA ORDERS - Due:  Tuesday, Dec 11 for Friday, Dec 14

Thank You!
Thank you to all families for you support of our cookie day today. We had fun measuring, making, and eating our projects!  Thank you for all of the rolling pins, cookie cutters, and bowls.   Mrs. Nessman gave all items a 'quick wash' so we could return them to you today.  

An ENORMOUS THANK YOU to Riley and Mrs. Nessman for leading us in our baking lesson.  We appreciate you spending the morning with us.   What a great holiday gift!

 Mrs. Nessman's Short Bread Cookies

Preset Oven: 300 F

Time: Bake 20 minutes

Recipe: 4 students

Ingredients:

1/2 cup butter, softened

1 cup flour

1/4 cup berry sugar

Process:

1. Mix butter and sugar until fluffy
2. Add flour. Mix well.
3. Put dough on counter and knead until it cracks.
4. Roll dough fairly thick. Use small cookie cutter.
5. Bake until edges are lightly tinged with colour.

See you tomorrow!  Ms. P.

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 13 - complete page 70; Quiz - Friday (short week)
3. Math- x drills - 0-9x
              Great Practise: (www.aaamath.com - multiplication facts 0-9x button)
4.  Cultural Celebrations - complete all Holidays Around the World work; due Friday
5.  Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning

Term 1 Reports
Term 1 Reports envelopes returned asap.  Thank you.

Can You Help?
Our cookie baking day is tomorrow.   Students have been asked to wear a short sleeve shirt, and if they have long hair, have it tied back.

If you can help with baking supplies we require: 4 rolling pins, 3 large bowls, and festive cookie cutters.   If you are willing to loan us a rolling pin, bowl, or send in a cutter or two, we'd appreciate your support.  Please label your bake ware so that we can return it to you promptly.   Thanks for adding to our class's festivities!

Have a great night.  See everyone tomorrow!  Ms. Pawliuk

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 13 - complete page 68 & Agenda; Quiz - Friday (short week)
3. Math- complete 3.5 - Due: tomorrow; x drills - 0-9x
              Great Practise: (www.aaamath.com - multiplication facts 0-9x button)
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning

Thank You!
Our food and toy drive was a success.  We surpassed our school goal of 550kg of food bringing in 558 kg of donations.  Thank you to all families for helping our school to succeed.  Our class contributed 44.5 kg of food.  We appreciate all of our families' generous support. 

Term 1 Reports
Term 1 Reports envelopes returned asap.  Thank you. 

Can You Help?
We have a cookie baking day planned for this Thursday.   We require 5 rolling pins, as well as a variety of festive cookie cutters.   If you are willing to loan us a rolling pin or send in a cutter or two, we'd appreciate your support.  Please label your bake ware so that we can return it to you promptly.   Thanks for adding to our class's festivities!

December Dates
December 5 - Wok Box Lunch (for students who ordered)
December 14 - Pizza Lunch (for students who ordered)
December 14 - Skating - 1:00-2:00
December 20 - Ring Those Bells! - Strings Performance- 1:15-2:15 pm - Gym
December 21 - Last Day of School  
Happy New Year!
January 7. 2013  School Re-Opens

Have a nice evening.  See you tomorrow.  Ms. P.

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 12 - Post Test Score
3. Math- x drills - 0-9x
              Great Practise: (www.aaamath.com - multiplication facts 0-9x button)
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Tomorrow Morning 

Thank You!

Our food and toy drive continues.  We appreciate all families support.  Thank you to Tyson, Jaime, Saxon, and Vincent for your most generous  contributions.  Tomorrow is the last day for contributions.  Please help out if you can!  We are more than 1/2 way to our school goal. 

Term 1 Reports

Term 1 Reports come home on Friday.  

December Dates

December 3 - PD Day - No School
December 5 - Wok Box Lunch (for students who ordered)
December 14 - Pizza Lunch (for students who ordered)
December 14 - Skating - 1:00-2:00
December 21 - Ring Those Bells! - Strings Performance- 1:15-2:15 pm - Gym
December 21 - Last Day of School   

Happy New Year!
January 7. 2013  School Re-Opens

Have a nice evening.  See you tomorrow.  Ms. P.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 12 - Quiz- Tomorrow
3. Math- x drills - 0-9x
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning 

Thank You!

Our food and toy drive continues.  We appreciate all families support.  Thank you to Cali, Corey, Steven and Alexis for your most generous 
contributions.

Term 1 Reports

Term 1 Reports come home on Friday.  

December Dates

December 3 - PD Day - No School
December 5 - Wok Box Lunch (for students who ordered)
December 14 - Pizza Lunch (for students who ordered)
December 14 - Skating - 1:00-2:00
December 21 - Ring Those Bells! - Student Performance- 1:15-2:15 pm - Gym
December 21 - Last Day of School   

Happy New Year!
January 7. 2013  School Re-Opens

Have a nice evening.  See you tomorrow.  Ms. P.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 12 - complete page 67; Quiz- Thursday
3. Math- x drills - 0-9x
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning
5. PE - tomorrow

Food Drive Contributions 
Book Fair - Starts tomorrow 
Wednesday, Dec 5 Hot Lunch Forms-Due Thurs, Nov 29

THANK YOU!
Thank you to all families for joining us at the rink for skating.  We had a great time this morning.  Mark your December calendar to join us on Dec. 14 
to skate in the afternoon.   

Thank you to Mrs. Karsten for transporting all of the hockey sticks. We appreciate your support! 

Have a great night.  See you tomorrow.  Ms. Pawliuk

Monday, November 26, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Spelling - Unit 12 - complete page 64 & Agenda list

3. Math- x drills - 0-9x please

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning

DON'T FORGET YOUR SKATES, HELMET AND ANY OTHER SKATING GEAR.  We leave at 9:30 by bus to McArthur Island Arena.  Fun!! 

*****Wednesday, December 5th Hot Lunch Forms-Due Thursday, November 29th*****

THANK YOU!

Thank you to Cali, Brielle, Jaime and Carter and their families for their food drive contributions!  Our class is most generous!  The school wide competition is officially on!

Thank you to Jordan for loaning his skates.  We appreciate your supporting our class.  Thoughtful!

Have a great night.  Ms. P. 

Friday, November 23, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes
2. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning

THANK YOU!
Thank you to Andrea and her family for adding to our class's non-perishable food collection.  Most generous!

REMINDERS:

1. Skating - Tuesday, November 27 - 9:30-12:00 - Please try on skates!!  If possible, bring skates and helmets on Monday.  Parents, please join us if possible.  We'd love to have you spend the morning with us!

2.  Scholastic Book Orders - Due-Tuesday, November 27, 2012 - if parents wish to place gift orders I will be happy to help
3.  Non-Perishable Food Item - Kamloops Food Bank - Nov 26-30
4. McGowan Park Book Fair - Nov 28 & 29
5.  Report Cards - November 30 - 2:30 pm

Have a great weekend.  See you on Monday! Ms. Pawliuk

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes 

2. Spelling - Unit 11 - post test score

3. Math- Complete 3.3 - math duotangs home for parental review; please return for tomorrow

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for tomorrow Morning

5. Friends- Activity 2B, p.15- Due: Friday, Nov.23

THANK YOU!
Thank you to Ethan and his family for starting our class's Non-perisable food collection with such a great start!  Most generous!

Hot Dog Lunch - tomorrow (for those students who ordered)
Non-Perishable Food Item - Kamloops Food Bank - Nov 26-30
McGowan Park Book Fair - Nov 28 & 29

Scholastic Book Orders - Due-Tuesday, November 27, 2012 - if parents wish to place gift orders I will be happy to help

Have a great night. Ms. Pawliuk

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes 

2. Spelling - Unit 11 - quiz on Thursday

3. Cultural Celebrations - 

4. Math- Complete 3.2

5. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning

6. Friends- Activity 2B, p.15- Due: Friday, Nov.23

Hot Dog Lunch - Friday (for those students who ordered)
Non-Perishable Food Item - Kamloops Food Bank - Nov 26-30
McGowan Park Book Fair - Nov 28 & 29

Scholastic Book Orders - Due-Tuesday, November 27, 2012 - if parents wish to place gift orders I will be happy to help

Have a great night. Ms. Pawliuk

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes 

2. Spelling - Unit 11 - quiz on Thursday

3. Cultural Celebration - find one tradition that your family observes that has been passed down from a previous generation (grandparents, great-grandparents) [decorations, food, clothing, music, activities, etc.); write in agenda

4. Math- Corrections on 3.1

5. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning

6. Friends- Activity 2B, p.15- Due: Friday, Nov.23

Hot Dog Lunch - Friday (for those students who ordered)


Have a great night. Ms. Pawliuk

Friday, November 16, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Post Test Score

3. Math- Unit 2 Test home; correct, parents sign and return asap

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning

5. Socials - Canada Map Due: Nov. 19 (Ms. Petty)
6. Friends- Activity 2B, p.15- Due: Friday, Nov.23


Scholastic Book Orders - home (yesterday/today)

Hot Dog - forms home - due Tuesday, November 20

Battle of the Books
The Grade 3/4 Battle of the Books list is out.  If your child is interested in participating in the Battle, they should be reading the following list of books (book mark list and books available in the Library):

• Beezus & Ramona
• Bunnicula Meets Edgar Allan Crow
• The Dragon in the Sock Drawer
• The Familiars - Book 1
• Fourth Grade Rats * - class read aloud (Ms. Pawliuk)
• Jack Plank Tells Tales
• Marin's Mice
• Stone Fox
• Superfudge
• The War with Grandpa
• When the Soldiers were Gone
• Whipping Boy

Have a great weekend.  See everyone on Monday.  Ms. Pawliuk

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Quiz - tomorrow

3. Math- Unit 2 Test home; correct, parents sign and return

4. LA - complete outstanding Sarah Plain and Tall work; corrections (3 - 45 min class work periods provided)

5. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for tomorrow Morning
6. Socials - Canada Map Due: Nov. 19 (Ms. Petty)


Hot Dog - forms home - due Tuesday, November 20


Thank You!
Thank you to Mrs. Nessman and Rylie for helping us to have a traditional cooking day.  As part of our novel study, we baked whole wheat bread, made butter and ice cream.   Thank you for making our day such a success and enabling us all to enjoy some treats similar to those our story's characters ate. I had a fantastic day with the students and would like to thank them for their willingness to focus and participate in all class activities.

Have a great night!  See everyone tomorrow.  Ms. Pawliuk

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Quiz - Friday (short week)

3. Math- Unit 2 Test home; correct, parents sign and return

4. LA - complete outstanding Sarah Plain and Tall work; corrections (3 - 45 min class work periods provided)

5. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning;


Have a great night!  See everyone tomorrow.  Ms. Pawliuk

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - complete page 56 & Agenda; Quiz - Friday (short week)

3. Math- drill books 

4. LA - complete outstanding Sarah Plain and Tall work; corrections (3 - 45 min class work periods provided)

5. PE - bring strip
6. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning;

Canada West Ski Areas Association - Grade 4 Ski Pass opportunity newsletter

Winter Weather
 It's that time of year again...snow!  If your child likes to play outdoors, please remind them to come prepared (snow pants, toque, mitts/gloves).  All students should have in-door shoes that can be left at school.  We ask that boots be placed on the rack to dry, but also for safety.  Thanks for your support. 

It is wonderful to be back after our long Remembrance Day weekend.  Have a great night. See you tomorrow.  Ms. Pawliuk

Friday, November 9, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; Newsletter from Mrs. Zahir

Thank You!

Thank you to Jaime, for providing us with a November poem.  We appreciate your input into our poetry program.

Have an excellent weekend.  See everyone on Tuesday.  Ms. Pawliuk

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Quiz - Post Test Score

3. Math- drill books home; please try adding digits 6-10 into multiplication grids
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Tomorrow Morning;

5. Skating Permission Forms- asap 

Remembrance Day Assembly

Tomorrow's assembly will start at 9:45 am.  Don't forget to wear your service uniform.  Poppies will be distributed to students in class.

THANK YOU!!
Today Mrs. Nessman joined our class for the first part of the morning.  Mrs. Nessman led small groups in learning how to play Baker's Dozen, an addition math game that was donated by Cali and her family.  We appreciate Mrs. Nessman's time.  Thank you to Cali and the entire Nessman family for adding a great game to our Math program.  We appreciate your generosity.

Have a great night.  See you tomorrow!  Ms. P. 

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Quiz - Tomorrow

3. Math- drill books home; please try adding digits 6-10 into multiplication grids
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning;

5. Skating Permission Forms- asap

 
Happy Belated Birthday!
Our class would like to wish a very Happy Belated Birthday to Cali, who turned 8 on October 28th.  We hope that you had a spectacular celebration, Cali.  Best wishes for your infinity year!

Thanks for a Great Lunch!
Thanks to our PAC for organizing the Sr. Froggy's lunch.   It was tasty treat, enjoyed by all who ordered. 

Have a great night.  Ms. P. 

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Quiz - Thursday

3. Math- complete 2.6 - due: tomorrow
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning;

5. Skating Permission Forms- asap

 
Happy Belated Birthday!
Our class would like to wish a very Happy Belated Birthday to Jaime, who turned 9 on November 2nd.  We hope that you had a spectacular celebration, Jaime.  Best wishes for your year ahead!

Remembrance Day Assembly
We encourage any student wishing to wear a service uniform to our Friday morning's Remembrance Day Assembly (Beavers, Scouts, Brownies, Girl Guides, Cadets, etc.)

Skating
We will be skating 3 times this year with our class: Tuesday, Nov.27 @ 9:40 a.m., Friday, December 14 @ 12:30pm and Friday, February 22 @ 12:30 pm. We encourage parents to join us for these fun trips.  There will be limited seating on the bus, if parents are interested, otherwise, please meet us at the rink. 

We have asked students to try on equipment for sizing.  The school does have some equipment available, if required.  Students must wear helmets as per our School District's Policy.   If your child is interested in playing a fun game of hockey, we ask that students wear basic equipment (helmets with face protection, neck gear and gloves).  Thanks for your support. 

November Events
1. Friday, November 9 - Remembrance Day Assembly - 9:45 am Gym - All welcome
2. Monday, November 12 - No School
3. Tuesday, November 27 - Skating - 9:40 am
4. Wednesday, November 28 - Book Fair - Library
5. Friday, November 30 - Term 1 Reports Home

Thank you for letting me know I was missed.  It is good to be back.  See everyone tomorrow.  Ms. Pawliuk

Friday, November 2, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Math
3. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning;

4. Scholastic Orders - Due: Tuesday, November 6
5. Skating Permission Forms- due Monday

Skating permission forms home today.  We will be skating 3 times this year with our class: Tuesday, Nov.27 @ 9:40 a.m., Friday, December 14 @ 12:30pm and Friday, February 22 @ 12:30 pm. 

Thank you to all for your patience and flexibility with regards to our water shortage this afternoon!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Ms. Petty

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Math - 2.4 Nelson Math
3. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; practice songs 1-20

4. Spelling Quiz score in agenda
5. FRIENDS, p.5-1 a, 1 b - due Friday, Nov.2

6. Scholastic Orders - Due: Tuesday, November 6

Thank you to Mrs. Nessman for teaching us the Baker's Dozen math game!
Have a good evening!
Ms. Petty

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Math - x drill book
3. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; practice songs 1-20

4. Spelling
5. FRIENDS, p.5-1 a, 1 b - due Friday, Nov.2

6. S.S. Quiz to be signed and dated- please return S.S. duotang for tomorrow
7. Hot Lunch Order form due tomorrow- Thursday, November 1

8. Scholastic Orders - Due: Tuesday, November 6

Please remember your indoor shoes if you haven't already brought them.
Have a fun evening and see you tomorrow!

Ms. Petty

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Math -  x drill book
3. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; practice songs 1-20

4. Spelling
5. FRIENDS, p.5-1 a, 1 b - due Friday, Nov.2

6. Hot Lunch Order form due Thursday, November 1

7. Scholastic Orders - Due: Tuesday, November 6 
8. PE


Thank you to Ms. Langham for coming in yesterday to teach us how to play a math skills game called Batty Logic!

 We ask students to please bring an indoor pair and outdoor pair of shoes.  They will now need to change their shoes on the mats before going in and out of the school in order to keep our floors free of mud and snow.  Please also take a minute to check lost and found items on display in hallway by office.  Thank you.

See you tomorrow in your orange and black attire!

Ms. Petty

Monday, October 29, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Math -  x drill book - please remember to bring in for teacher review

3. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; practice songs 1-20
4. Spelling- Unit 8
5. FRIENDS, p.5-1 a, 1 b - due Friday, Nov.2

6. Hot Lunch Order form due Thursday, November 1

7. Scholastic Orders - Due: Tuesday, November 6 
On Wednesday, October 31, our class will be having a small celebration.  Students are invited to wear orange and black.  Our class decided we would like to just bring our own lunches (save treats for afterschool) and enjoy eating together as a class.  After lunch, we will participate in some special classroom games and activities.   

Have a lovely afternoon!
Ms. Petty

Friday, October 26, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Math -  x drill book - please remember to bring in for teacher review

3. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning; practice songs 1-20
4. S.S. Map of the World- due Monday- complete colouring
5. FRIENDS, p.5-1 a, 1 b

Scholastic Orders - Due: Tuesday, November 6 

Our class is working on  Friends for Life as part of our Health and Career education.  FRIENDS program is designed to teach children positive ways of coping with new and/or difficult situations. Children work toward recognizing feelings and becoming more confident and brave through participating in a variety of activities.  The home activities are fun ways of practising the new things we are learning during the FRIENDS program. 

Have a wonderful weekend!
Ms. Petty

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling -  Quiz - Post Test Score

3. Math -  x drill book - please bring in for teacher review!

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Tomorrow Morning; practice songs 1-18
5. S.S. Quiz Friday -  Mapping the World Continents and Oceans- students will need to know the location of the following features:  5 Oceans, 7 Continents, the Equator, Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere.  Please send the blue duotang back for use at school each day.

Pizza Lunch - Friday, October 26

Scholastic Orders - Due: Tuesday, November 6 

THANK YOU!!
Today Mrs. Nessman joined our class for the first part of the morning.  Mrs. Nessman led small groups in learning how to play a math game with connections to our Patterns unit as well as helping to develop addition and subtraction speed and accuracy.  We appreciate Mrs. Nessman's time.  Thank you to Cali and the entire Nessman family for piloting our game as well as helping our class to enjoy learning in an interactive way! 

Have a great night!  Ms. P. 

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling -  Quiz - Tomorrow

3. Math -  x drill book - 1 drill nightly

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; practice songs 1-18
5. S.S. Quiz Friday- Today students completed a study guide (blue duotang) for their quiz on Mapping the World Continents and Oceans- students will need to know the location of the following features:  5 Oceans, 7 Continents, the Equator, Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere.  Please send the blue duotang back for use at school each day.
Pizza Lunch - Friday, October 26

Have a great night!  Ms. P. 

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling -  Unit 7 - complete page 45; Quiz - Thursday

3. Math -  x drill book - 1 drill nightly

4. PE - strip tomorrow
5. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; practice songs 1-18
Pizza Lunch - Friday, October 26

Scholastic Book Orders in!  Happy Reading! 

Winter Weather
Winter weather is now upon us!  We request that all students come prepared each day for snow and cold weather.  We have placed a boot rack by our outside door, for your child to place their boots.  It is helpful for all outdoor wear to be labeled, as often students share the same great taste in clothing, as well as size!  Students should have in-door shoes that can be left at school.  If your child likes to play in the snow, we ask that they bring snow pants to keep them warm and dry.  Please remind your child that even though it is warm and cosy inside, they must wear their winter jackets outside to promote good health.  We appreciate your support!

Have a great night!  Ms. P. 

Monday, October 22, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling -  Unit 7 - complete page 44 & Agenda; Quiz - Thursday

3. Math -  Complete 2.1 - due tomorrow; x drill book - 1 drill nightly

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; practice songs 1-18

Pizza Lunch - Friday, October 26 -  Orders - Due tomorrow

Have a great night!  Ms. P. 

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling -  Quiz - Tomorrow

3. Math -  Unit 1 - Patterns Quiz to be dated and signed by parents (blue duotang).  Please correct and send duotang back in the morning.  Thank you.

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning; practice songs 1-14

Don't forget to try on your Halloween Costume for tomorrow's dance!  Are you prepared?

Have a great night!  Ms. P. 

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Unit 6 - complete page 41 or 42:  Quiz - Thursday

3. Math -  math drills book - 1 x drill nightly

4. PE - strip
5. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning; practice songs 1-14
6. Social Studies- S.S. Mapping Skills Quiz to be dated and signed by parents (blue duotang).  Please send back in the morning.  Thank you.

Have a great night!  Ms. P. 

Monday, October 15, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Unit 6 - complete page 40 & Agenda:  Quiz -  Thursday

3. Math -  Unit Quiz - Tuesday; practice on: math4.nelson.com / math3.nelson.com

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning; practice songs 1-14

GREEN THUMB THEATER PRESENTATION
Today, Green Thumb Theater presented People Like Vince.  This presentation discussed how a ten year old girl, Myrtle is having a hard time making friends at her new school. Then, her Uncle Vince shows up in town and she finally feels like she has someone who understands her and with whom she can really be herself. Her friendship with her Uncle Vince becomes the closest and most important relationship in her life but sometimes his behaviour confuses her and even causes the other kids at school make fun of her.  When Uncle Vince suddenly stops coming to see her, Myrtle learns how to deal with and accept his lifelong struggle with mental illness. Written specifically so younger youth can understand and relate, People Like Vince is a light-hearted, sensitive and compassionate look at a serious subject that affects us all.

     http://greenthumb.bc.ca

Reminders
1. Thursday - Halloween Family Dance
2. Friday - No School - PD Day

See you tomorrow!  Ms. P.

Friday, October

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Unit 5 Post Test Mark 

3. Math -  Unit Quiz - Tuesday (Review work given Monday); practice on: math4.nelson.com / math3.nelson.com

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Monday Morning; practice songs 1-14
 
PAC Halloween Dance RSVP - please return asap

Reminders
1. Monday - Green Thumb Theatre Presentation - 9:15 am - Gym
2. Monday - Individual Photo Retake Day - during the afternoon
3. Thursday - Halloween Family Dance
4. Friday - No School - PD Day

Have a wonderful weekend!  Ms. P.

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - Quiz Tomorrow! (short week) 

3. Math -complete 6.1 - Due tomorrow; x drill booklet - 1 a day!

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for tomorrow Morning; practice songs 1-10 on the G String (depressing the first string)
5. Social Studies - Mapping Skills Study Guide in Blue Socials Duotang home today; Quiz: tomorrow  Please send blue S.S. duotang back for tomorrow.

Photos - Order Deadline: Tomorrow
PAC Halloween Dance RSVP - please return asap

MATH WEB SITE TO TRY OUT!
Today we visited the nelson math website.  This site is OUTSTANDING PRACTICE for our upcoming unit test.  Try it out!
   math3.nelson.com or math4.nelson.com 
-----> Student Center  
----->  Chapter 1 
----->  work through all lessons 

THANK YOU!!
Today Mrs. Nessman joined our class for the first part of the morning.  Mrs. Nessman led small groups in learning how to play a math game with connections to our Patterns unit.  We appreciate Mrs. Nessman's time.  Thank you to Cali and the entire Nessman family for piloting our game as well as helping our class to enjoy learning in an interactive way!

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to Alexis, Saxon, and Tyson for their fabulous finishes in the cross country run yesterday!

Have a great night! Ms. P. 

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - complete page 37; Quiz on Friday (short week) 

3. Math -x drill booklet - 1 a day!

4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; practice songs 1-10 on the G String (depressing the first string)
5. Social Studies - Mapping Skills Study Guide in Blue Socials Duotang home today; Quiz: FRIDAY

SOCIAL STUDIES QUIZ - FRIDAY

Today students completed and reviewed their study guide (Mapping Skills: What do we use to read a map?) for our class's first quiz on Mapping Skills.  Students should review the terms and definitions each night using their study guide found in their Social Studies Duotang.  We request that the duotang is sent back to school each day.  Thank you.

Scholastic Book Orders - Deadline:  TOMORROW!!
Photos - Order Deadline: October 12
PAC Halloween Dance RSVP - please return asap

 X-Country Run
Good Luck to our cross country participants Alexis, Saxon and Tyson.  We know you'll do YOUR BEST at the Dallas run!!

Have a great night.  See you tomorrow!  Ms. P.  

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult

2. Spelling - complete page 36 & Agenda; Quiz on Friday (short week) 

3. Math -

4. PE - tomorrow - bring strip

5. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning; practise songs 1-10 on the G String (depressing the first string)

Scholastic Book Orders - Deadline:  Thursday, October 11
Photos - Order Deadline: October 12
PAC Halloween Dance RSVP - please return asap

REMINDERS
1. Monday, October 15, Green Thumb Theatre Cultural Performance #2 - 9:15 am in the Gym
2. Friday, October 19, No School - Non- Instructional Day
3. Wednesday, Oct. 17 - Individual Photo Retakes
4. Thursday, Oct. 18 - Family Halloween Dance
 
See you all tomorrow!  Thanks for a great morning!  Ms. P.

Friday, October 5, 2012

Homework

1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult
2. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for NEXT Friday Morning; practice songs 1-10 on the G String (depressing the first string)

Scholastic Book Orders - Deadline:  Thursday, October 11
Photos - Order Deadline: October 12
PAC Halloween Dance RSVP - please return asap

THANK YOU!
Thank you to Maria and her grandmother for the delicious cookies!  What a sweet treat to end the week.  We appreciate you thinking of our class.

REMINDERS
1. Monday, October 8 - No School - Happy Thanksgiving!
2. Friday, October 19, No School - Non- Instructional Day
3. Wednesday, Oct. 17 - Individual Photo Retakes
4. Thursday, Oct. 18 - Family Halloween Dance
 
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.  I will look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday!  Ms. P.

Message from Ms. Petty
I have thoroughly enjoyed my first week in the the Grade 3/4 classroom!   It has been a pleasure getting to know all my students this week and I look forward to meeting you as well.  Please come in and say hello when you have the opportunity.  Happy Thanksgiving!
Ms. Petty

Thursday, October 4, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult
2. Spelling - post test mark

3. Math - practice multiplication drills (drill booklet)
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning
5. PE 

Scholastic Book Orders - Deadline:  Thursday, October 11
Photos - Order Deadline: October 12
PAC Halloween Dance RSVP - please return asap
 

CURLING PRESENTATION - Today our class participated in the Rocks and Rings Curling program, presented by Kathy.  This was a great way for students to be introduced to the great sport of Curling.  Kathy led students through the basics of curling (house, rocks, point system, sweeping) so that they could experience first hand the game of curling.  If your child is interested in curling they will be bringing home a certificate with information of youth leagues on the back.  Thanks to our PAC and Kathy, for this great experience.  FUN!!

Have a GREAT NIGHT.  See you tomorrow.  Ms. P. 

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult
2. Spelling - Unit 4 - Quiz Tomorrow

3. Math - practice multiplication drills (drill booklet)
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning

Photos - Order Deadline: October 12
Principal's Newsletter
PAC Halloween Dance RSVP - please return asap
 

CURLING PRESENTATION
Thanks to our PAC, tomorrow our class will participate in a curling presentation.  Students should come prepared to play a dry-land game of this great Canadian sport.   

Have a GREAT NIGHT.  See you tomorrow.  Ms. P. 

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult
2. Spelling - Unit 4 - Quiz Thursday

3. Math - practice multiplication drills (drill booklet)
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning

X - Country Run

Tonight: Centennial Park, Westsyde ~ 5:00 pm 

THANK YOU!!
Today Mrs. Nessman joined our class for the first part of the morning.  Mrs. Nessman led small group in learning how to play a math game with connections to our Patterns unit.  We appreciate Mrs. Nessman's time.  Thank you to Cali and the entire Nessman family for piloting our game as well as helping our class to enjoy learning in an interactive way!

OUTER WEAR

The weather has definitely changed!  Fall weather is upon us.  Many students are coming to school without jackets or sweaters.  Could you please review with your child the importance of being prepared?  We appreciate your support to help keep our children healthy.  

Have a great night!  Ms. P.

Monday, OCTOBER 1, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult
2. Spelling - Unit 4 - complete page 28 & Agenda; Quiz Thursday

3. Math - practise multiplication drills
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for Friday Morning;

 - practise 'picsicato' or plucking on the G string (first or widest string); 1-9 songs playing 'picsicato' with CD
 *Cross Country Run Permission Slips

MATH DRILLS HOMEWORK BOOK

Today your child will be bringing home a math drill workbook.  They have set up the notebook and have read through the instructions with me in class.  We have also practised a drill together.  Please keep this drill book at home until I request that it is sent back to school for my review.    As always, our class goal is to improve our accuracy as well as improve our time (fact recall).  This work does require some parent supervision.  I appreciate your time!

WORKING IT OUT

We have completed looking at the Working it Out focus for September, which examined problem solving solutions which examined Recognizing Different Points of View.  Although we will be moving on, we will still very much be utilizing the skills and language reviewed.   Please ask your child to try to problem solve from a variety of  perspectives/point of views as well as to see other's opinions when discussing issues. 

WELCOME!

Today, Ms. Laurel Petty joined the Grade 3/4 class. Ms. Petty will be with the class for the remainder of the year, working in the afternoons instructing your children in the areas of Socials, Science, Health and Career Education, as well as Daily Physical Activity on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.  I know that Ms. Petty will look forward to meeting with you over the next couple of week.  I look forward to collaborating with Ms. Petty  and know that we will have a great year working with your children.

SAD / GLAD MOMENT
I am sad to see Mr. Bamsey leave the McGowan team.  I enjoyed working with Mr. Bamsey for the month of September.  I am very glad to report that Mr. Bamsey accepted a position in Clearwater and will be available to work on the TOC list.  We hope to see Mr. Bamsey at McGowan, soon! 

X-COUNTRY RUNS

1.  Tuesday, Oct. 2 - Centennial Park, Westsyde ~ 5:00 pm
2.  Wednesday, Oct.  10 - Dallas Elementary School  ~ 5:00 pm

REMINDERS
1. Monday, October 8 - No School - Happy Thanksgiving!
2. Friday, October 19, No School - Non- Instructional Day
3. Wednesday, Oct. 17 - Individual Photo Retakes
4.  Thursday, Oct. 18 - Family Halloween Dance

Have a great night!  Ms. P.

Friday, September 28, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult
2. Spelling - post test score

3. Math - practice subtraction fact families
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for MONDAY MORNING

 - Watch the DVD in book as well as practice 'picsicato' or plucking on the G string (first or widest string); try out the first 5 songs playing 'picsicato' with CD
 *Cross Country Run Permission Slips

X-COUNTRY RUNS

1.  Tuesday, Oct. 2 - Centennial Park, Westsyde ~ 5:00 pm
2.  Wednesday, Oct.  10 - Dallas Elementary School  ~ 5:00 pm

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Tomorrow Brielle celebrates her 8th birthday.  We hope you have a great birthday tomorrow, Brielle!

Have a great weekend.  Ms. P.  

Thursday, September

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult
2. Spelling - RCRC - Quiz Tomorrow
3. Math - practise subtraction fact families
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for TOMORROW MORNING

5. PE - strip

*Cross Country Run Permission Slips

X-COUNTRY RUNS

1.  Tuesday, Oct. 2 - Centennial Park, Westsyde ~ 5:00 pm
2.  Wednesday, Oct.  10 - Dallas Elementary School  ~ 5:00 pm

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Today Tatiana celebrates her 9th birthday.  We hope you have a great birthday, Tatiana!

RAZ KIDS

As part of our Reading program, each child has been given access to the on-line reading program, Raz Kids.  Each week students will be asked to read books on this program, with some school time given during computer labs.  Whenever possible, I will ask students to read and record one book each week for teacher evaluation and comments.   These recordings help me to assist your child becoming a better reader.  I also encourage students to use the listening component to this program, so that they can emulate and copy what they are hearing.  I hope that you and your child enjoy this program. 

THANK YOU!

It has been a pleasure to spend time with you discussing the growth and expectations of your children.  Thank you to all families for taking the time to meet yesterday and today for the  PTMs.  I do understand how busy life is, and appreciate your time. 

Have a good night.  See you tomorrow.  Ms. P.

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Homework
1. Read - 20 minutes - 10 aloud to an adult
2. Spelling - RCRC - Quiz Friday
3. Math - practise subtraction fact families
4. Strings - Instruments & Method Books for FRIDAY MORNING

Scholastic Book orders arrived.  Books home today!

FIRE SAFETY

October is Fire Safety Month.  Today your child will be coming home with several community pamphlets, including an entry form to enter to become Fire Chief for a day.  It is our hope that you will discuss fire safety with your family as well as what your family's escape plan would be in the event of a fire.  Don't forget to check your smoke detectors, too! 

REMINDERS

1. Early Closure tomorrow - 12:30 pm
2. Spirit Wear Sales continue

THANK YOU!

Thank you to Cali and her family for the beautiful sweet peas!  How thoughtful!

Thank you to all families for taking the time to meet today for the  PTMs.  I do understand how busy life is, and appreciate your time.  I look forward to meeting with more families tomorrow.

Have a good night.  See you tomorrow.  Ms. P.