September 16-20

This week, the students:
-looked at mentor texts to see how authors use their sense of hearing to add description to writing. Then the students revised their "Favourite Place" writing by adding descriptive sound words. Some student examples are "Ka-Pow!", "Bam!", "Whoosh", and "Creeeeak".
-also focused on their sense of sight as a way to increase their descriptive language. As a way to build their vocabulary, students went to the Learning Grounds to seek out a "gem" or a natural material that they later had to describe during a gallery walk. Some words used were "jagged", "sharp", "smooth", "grainy", and "spotted". 
-tried a new routine called I Notice...and I Wonder... in Math. They examined a short video clip using their Math lens and discussed what they noticed and wondered. This provided them with an opportunity to see Math as open and approachable. It will also  support them in future problem solving since they now understand how they can start by noticing (relationships) and wondering (inferring or making connections). 
-explored a variety of instruments to learn about pitch. After exploration, students were able to determine that pitch is the result of differences in the speed of vibration. They also figured out that the speed of a vibration is affected by tightness, length, thickness, and diameter. 
-created watercolour art to illustrate their "Favourite Place" writing.
-in PE, students learned two new games called Benchball and a target game called Clean My Backyard.

Thank you:
Thank you to all the families who were able to attend our Parent-Teacher Conferences. We appreciate your time and the opportunity you provided us to learn more about your child.

Volunteers needed:
1) Field Trip: We have an upcoming all day field trip to Telus Spark on October 10th and we require volunteers. We would like to invite 8-10 volunteers in total from both classrooms (Rooms 10 and 11). Please note that you must have a security clearance completed to attend the field trip. Notices (for students and volunteers) will be sent out soon.
2) Room Parent: This is a parent who can take the lead for organizing volunteers throughout the year. Responsibilities of this position include creating a sign up genius account where parents can access and sign up for volunteering opportunities. 
3) Scholastic: One or two parents to support in putting together our Scholastic book flyers each month. If you are interested in this job please email your child's teacher. 

Upcoming Dates:

September 27th - Terry Fox Run

September 28th - Orange Shirt Day
October 8th - No School - Happy Thanksgiving!
*October 10th - Field Trip to Telus Spark