Friday 29 May 2015

Friday, May 29, 2015

1.  Read 

Thank You!
Thank you to all families for supporting our friendship fruit salad in honor of Taymin's last day with us.  We wish Taymin well in her new school.  We will miss you but know that you are going to love your new school!

SCHOLASTIC BOOK ORDERS:  due Tuesday (don't forget to redeem any coupons!!)

Pizza:  TOMORROW for those who ordered

SUMMER CAMP OPPORTUNITIES!!

Today students saw the  Bird Brain production at the Pavillion Theatre.  This work was co-produced by Western Canada Theatre Company and the TRU Drama Department.  Students who may be interested acting, musical, and production classes should check out the Stage One Summer Theatre School.  

For more information on Stage One Summer Theatre School check out the web site:  wctlivwe.ca

Eureka!   -  www. tru.ca/eureka

TRU Sports Camps - www.tru.ca/sportcamp  (250.852.7135)

Math Groups:
We love our Math Moms!!!  We hope to see all leaders next week for our VERY LAST Math Group of the year!!  We hope all leaders can come! 

Have a great night. 

Thursday 28 May 2015

Thursday, May 28, 2015

1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 26 - Post Test Score /10
   
Tomorrow- Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

TOMORROW:  please bring in 1 piece of fruit of your choice cut up for our going away Friendship Fruit Salad for Taymin.  Other goodies supplied by Ms. P.!  :)  

SCHOLASTIC BOOK ORDERS:  due Tuesday (don't forget to redeem any coupons!!)

Pizza:  TOMORROW for those who ordered

SUMMER CAMP OPPORTUNITIES!!
Eureka!   -  www. tru.ca/eureka

TRU Sports Camps - www.tru.ca/sportcamp  (250.852.7135)

Math Groups:
We love our Math Moms!!!  We hope to see all leaders next week for our VERY LAST Math Group of the year!!  We hope all leaders can come! 

Have a great night. 

Wednesday 27 May 2015

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 26 - Post Test Tomorrow

Friday - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

FRIDAY FUN:  please bring in 1 piece of fruit of your choice cut up for our going away Friendship Fruit Salad for Taymin.  Other goodies supplied by Ms. P.!  :)  

SCHOLASTIC BOOK ORDERS:  due Tuesday (don't forget to redeem any coupons!!)

Pizza:   Friday

SUMMER CAMP OPPORTUNITIES!!
Eureka!  
Today students enjoyed a Eureka Science presentation.  Students were involved in learning about biology, chemistryand physics (engineering).  Today each student learned about fungi, how to make bouncy balls, as well as how build a structure out of Popsicle sticks.  Students can also learn how to make Elephant's Toothpaste at home!  We appreciate this wonderful learning opportunity and thank our PAC for this great experience!!

Students are bringing home summer camp information.  More information is listed on the web site:  www. tru.ca/eureka

TRU Sports Camps
Today and tomorrow students participated in activities led by TRU Sports Camp leaders.  Students enjoyed a game of never-ending tag and California Kickball.  Fun!!  Camps run throughout the summer.   Please check out the web site for more information: www.tru.ca/sportcamp  (250.852.7135)

Math Groups:
We love our Math Moms!!!  We hope to see all leaders next week for our VERY LAST Math Group of the year!!  We hope all leaders can come! 

Have a great night. 

Tuesday 26 May 2015

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 26 - Post Test Thursday
3.  Learning Log - please return asap.!!  Thank you:)

FRIDAY FUN:  please bring in 1 piece of fruit of your choice cut up for our going away Friendship Fruit Salad for Taymin.  Other goodies supplied by Ms. P.!  :)  

SCHOLASTIC BOOK ORDERS:  due Tuesday (don't forget to redeem any coupons!!)
Pizza:   Friday
WEDNESDAY- Eureka! RESCHEDULED In-Class Science Presentation/Lab 

Math Groups:
We love our Math Moms!!!  We hope to see all leaders next week for our VERY LAST Math Group of the year!!  We hope all leaders can come! 

REMINDERS:
1.  Friday, May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great night. 

Monday 25 May 2015

Monday, May 25, 2015

1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 26 - Post Test Thursday
3.  Learning Log - please return asap.!!  Thank you:)

Pizza Orders:  due TOMORROW for Friday
WEDNESDAY- Eureka! RESCHEDULED In-Class Science Presentation/Lab 

Math Groups:
Thank you to our fabulous Math Mothers  for leading students in group activities today.  Mrs. Gill, Mrs. Nessman, and Mrs. Sczebel led students in activities focusing on numeracy skills and geometric construction skills.  Thank you for your time and leadership.  We love our Math Moms!!!  We hope to see all leaders next week for our VERY LAST Math Group of the year!!  We hope all leaders can come! 

REMINDERS:
1.  Friday, May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great night.  Enjoy the rain!

Friday 22 May 2015

Friday, May 22, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 25 - Post Test Score /10
3.  Air, Soil, Water - Quiz - Monday:  Study Sheets will be sent home today.  Students worked collaboratively as well as reviewed these skills as a class.  All questions will come from these questions.  Please know the answers!!
4.  Learning Log - please return asap.!!  Thank you:)


MONDAY - Eureka! In-Class Science Presentation/Lab 

Pizza Orders:  due Tuesday for Friday

Math Groups:
We will have 2 more Mondays of Math Groups, with our last session on June 1.  Thank you to Mrs. Funnell, Mrs. Gill, Mrs. Nessman, Mrs. Periera, Mrs. Sczebel, and Mrs Marsh for making these sessions possible.  The students and I have enjoyed being able to learn in small group settings!!

REMINDERS:
1.  Friday, May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great weekend.  Enjoy the sun!

Thursday 21 May 2015

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 25 - Post Tomorrow
3.  Air, Soil, Water - Quiz - Monday:  Study Sheets will be sent home tomorrow.  Students worked collaboratively as well as reviewed these skills as a class.  All questions will come from these questions.  Please know the answers!!
TOMORROW - Class Photo Day
REMINDERS:
1.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
2.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great night!

Wednesday 20 May 2015

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 25 - Post Test Friday
 
ART - if possible please bring in for tomorrow:
butter knife (plastic okay)
bbq skewer
chop stick
 
REMINDERS:
1.  FRIDAY, May 22 - Class Photo Day
2.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
3.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great night!

Tuesday 19 May 2015

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 25 - Post Test Friday
 

REMINDERS:
1.  FRIDAY, May 22 - Class Photo Day
2.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
3.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great night!

Friday 15 May 2015

Friday, May 15, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 24 - Post Test Score:  /10
 
Monday - No School - Victoria Day  - Have a fantastic long weekend!

REMINDERS:
1.  May 22 - Class Photo Day
2.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
3.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great long weekend. See you on Tuesday!

Thursday 14 May 2015

Thursday, May 14, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 24 - Quiz: tomorrow

REMINDERS:
1.  May 18 - No School - Victoria Day
2.  May 22 - Class Photo Day
3.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
4.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great night. 

Wednesday 13 May 2015

Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 24 - Quiz: FRIDAY

 
REMINDERS:
1.  May 18 - No School - Victoria Day
2.  May 22 - Class Photo Day
3.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
4.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great night. 

Tuesday 12 May 2015

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2.  Spelling - Unit 24 - Quiz: FRIDAY

 
REMINDERS:
1.  May 18 - No School - Victoria Day
2.  May 22 - Class Photo Day
3.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
4.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great night. 

Friday 8 May 2015

Friday, May 8, 2015

Happy Mother's Day!

Homework:
1.  Read 

NO SCHOOL MONDAY - PD Day

Spring Production DVD Order Form:  due:  Tues., May 12

Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday to Taymin, who turns 8 tomorrow!  We hope that you have a wonderful celebration and a great infinity year!!
 
Thank You
Thank you to Mrs. Miller who led students in activities this morning.  We appreciate your time.  Thanks for choosing to spend the morning with us!  
 
REMINDERS:
1.  May 12 - Langley Concert Band Performance - 1:30 pm
2.  May 18 - No School - Victoria Day
3.  May 22 - Class Photo Day
4.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
5.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Have a great long weekend. 

Thursday 7 May 2015

Thursday, May 7, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2   Spelling - Unit 23 - Post Test Score

Spring Production DVD Order Form:  due:  Tues., May 12
 
REMINDERS:
1.  May 10 - Mother's Day - I hope you all have a wonderful day!
2.  May 11 - No School - Professional Development Day
3.  May 12 - Langley Concert Band Performance - 1:30 pm
4.  May 18 - No School - Victoria Day
5,  May 22 - Class Photo Day
6.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
7.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Let's have a great week. 

Wednesday 6 May 2015

Wednesday, May 6, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2   Spelling - Unit 23 - Quiz:  Thursday
 
PAC SPRING PLANT SALE - pick-up: TOMORROW

Spring Production DVD Order Form:  due:  Tues., May 12
 
REMINDERS:
1.  May 10 - Mother's Day - I hope you all have a wonderful day!
2.  May 11 - No School - Professional Development Day
3.  May 12 - Langley Concert Band Performance - 1:30 pm
4.  May 18 - No School - Victoria Day
5,  May 22 - Class Photo Day
6.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
7.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am

Let's have a great week. 

Tuesday 5 May 2015

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Homework:
1.  Read 
2   Spelling - Unit 23 - Quiz:  Thursday

Cinco de Mayo Thank You!
Thank you to all families for your fabulous support of our class's Cinco de Mayo celebration.  The students enjoyed a delicious pot luck luncheon thanks to everyone's efforts.  Special thanks go out to Mrs. Richardson and Mrs. Thrower for their time and leadership in helping us set up for the luncheon.  Today was a fun way to have fun with our friends! 

Spring Production DVD Order Form:  due:  Tues., May 12
 
REMINDERS:
1.  PAC SPRING PLANT SALE - pick-up: Thurs., May 6
2.  May 11 - No School - Professional Development Day
3.  May 12 - Langley Concert Band Performance - 1:30 pm

4.  May 18 - No School - Victoria Day
5,  May 22 - Class Photo Day
6.  May 25 - Eureka! - In-Class Science Presentation/Lab
7.  May 29 - Bird Brain - Performance at Pavillion Theatre - 9:30-11:15 am


Stay healthy!!  Let's have a great week. 

Monday 4 May 2015

Monday, May 4, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2   Spelling - Unit 23 - Quiz:  Thursday 

Cinco de Mayo Celebration - TOMORROW!!
Tomorrow is Cinco de Mayo.  As part of our Social Studies Units Our World, Our Cultures we will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a 'Taco Tuesday' pot luck luncheon.  Thank you for your family's support in helping us to have fun with our friends! 

SCHOLASTIC BOOK ORDERS:  due - Tomorrow, May 5

Spring Production DVD Order Form:  due:  Tues., May 12

THANK YOU!
Thank you to our marvellous math mothers Mrs. Nessman and Mrs. Periera who led students in math groups today.  We appreciate your time and leadership.   Thank you for choosing to spend the morning with us!

Thank you to Mrs. Marsh who came in today to demonstrate composting.  We learned about how recycling our food and garden waste helps with the RECYCLING process.  Thanks to Tyanne's family, our class will get to see composting in action!!  We appreciate Mrs. Marsh for coming in and helping us to experience science in action.  

REMINDERS:
PAC SPRING PLANT SALE - pick-up: Thurs., May 6

Stay healthy!! Let's have a great week. 

Friday 1 May 2015

Friday, May 1, 2015

Homework:
1.  Read 
2   Bird Brain - Pavillion Permission Form - return asap., Thanks!!
 
Spring Production DVD Order Form:  due:  Tues., May 12
 
Cinco de Mayo Celebration 
This year as part of our Social Studies Units Our World, Our Cultures we will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a 'Taco Tuesday' pot luck luncheon.  Each child has been asked to supply a small amount food or flatware as a contribution.  Today your child will bring home a paper letter with their choice of contribution as well as the amount of food to bring.  Thank you for your support in helping us to have fun with our friends!  If you would like to help us with set up and join in the celebration, please let me know!!
 
SCHOLASTIC BOOK ORDERS:  due - Tuesday, May 5

Kamloops District Honor Choir
Today our school enjoyed a presentation by the Kamloops District Honor Choir.  Students enjoyed a variety of song and movement.  Many of our McGowan students are member of both the district's Children's Choir and Honor Choir.  These opportunities become available to your child next year. 

REMINDERS:
PAC SPRING PLANT SALE - pick-up: Thurs., May 6
 
Have a great weekend.