Ms. Mather-Dyer's Blog: Day 98

Friday 9 February 2018

Day 98

Good evening,

Oral Communication Presentations: Congratulations to Ronan and Armaan on their fabulous poem presentations in the auditorium! Our class enjoyed hearing the poems and story-telling from the JK-Grade 1 students.

Calendar: Today’s calendar was led by Diyya. Great job Diyya!

Phonics: Today, students reviewed the “ee” and “or” sounds, letters, and songs. Then Krish and Armaan presented their Show and Share. Thank you for bringing in an item with your assigned sound!

Lunch/ Recess 1

Math: Today, students practiced telling time to the hour. Students practiced drawing the hands on an analog clock. They recalled “When the big hand’s at the top, you know it’s __ o’clock!” Students also practiced writing the time when given an analog clock. For example, if the clock showed three o’clock, students would record “3:00”

IB Learner Profile: This month we are focusing on the Open-Minded Learner Profile. Students read a book called “Green Eggs and Ham.” Students discussed the importance of being open-minded by being willing to try new things and being willing to consider other ideas and opinions. Students also reflected on how it is difficult to make a decision or judgement before you have all the information or have explored multiple possibilities.

Lunch/ Recess 2

Gym

Pack Up

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Ms. Mather-Dyer

Important Dates to Remember

Re-Registration Deadline: Monday, February 12^th

100^th Day Celebration: February 13^th

Red and White Spirit Day: February 14^th

P.D. Day (No School): February 16^th

Family Day (No School): February 19^th

Jump Rope for Heart: February 20^th

Spelling Test: February 23^rd

Casual Day: February 28^th

HOMEWORK

Jolly Phonics: “ee” and “or” Due Monday, February 12, 2018

Snuggle Up and Read: Due Monday, February 12, 2018

Words of the Week: Due Monday, February 12, 2018

1. seed 4. born

2. cheek 5. fork

3. freeze 6. storm

February Spelling Test: Friday, February 23, 2018

1. am	6. also
2. get	7. hot
3. eat	8. like
4. all	9. red
5. yes	10. from

Everyday Lunch Options

Monday - Penne with sauce or butter OR Grilled Cheese on white bread

Tuesday - Chicken fingers (2 or 3) OR Perogies

Wednesday - Cheese OR Pepperoni Pizza

Thursday - Hot dog (beef or chicken) OR Hamburger (beef or veggie)

Friday - Mac and cheese OR Cheese Quesadillas (2 or 3)

Everyday add on items

side of rice

side of fries

veggies and dip

cheese and crackers

cheese sandwich on white bread

jam sandwich on white bread

Bagel and cream cheese

soup (tomato or chicken noodle)

chocolate or white milk

apple or orange juice

yogurt tube

Taking Action

Action is a very significant aspect of the IB learning process. In the PYP Program, students will engage in 6 Unit of Inquiries (UOI) throughout the school year, with each unit being approximately 6 weeks long. During each UOI, 3 students from the class will be assigned as the “Action Stars”, which means that they are encouraged to use what has been learned and apply it to the “real world.” The purpose of this initiative is to help further knowledge about what has been learned within the classroom. Example: If we are learning about recycling, students might go home and tell you that they want to implement a recycling program with you at home, or they may do something simple like telling you that something you were throwing in the garbage may be recycled. Students who are not assigned this role for the current UOI being taught are still encouraged to show ACTION! Action comes in many forms; it might be something small to something very large, but as long as the children understand the concepts, action is important no matter the size! Please check out our Action board in our classroom to see all our fabulous learners.