Classroom Notes - May 2016
EQAO Practice Booklets - Our grade 3 class is currently working on their second booklet and they are due back to school on Friday, May 13th. In the upcoming weeks, booklets will be due on Thursdays once again. I have only asked students to submit booklets this Friday due to the missing pages that were sent home a day later. It is recommended that students attempt all Math and Language questions independently and only ask for assistance when needed. You can read questions (if need be), and provide extra assistance when your child experiences difficulty with certain questions. Parents should read over student answers and ensure that work is fully completed to the best of their ability. Students should print neatly, checking for errors. Students are very familiar with the strategies we have been using in the classroom and they should continue to use these methods at home as well. Each week, students will earn a sticker for completing the booklet. Students who earn all four stickers will receive a prize. Mrs. Jung has made a collage of student names to proudly display their stickers. Keep showing grit and perseverance gr. 3's!
Junglesport and Geometry Tests - Junglesport permission forms have been sent home and they need to be filled out and returned as soon as possible. I have received most signed Math tests already, but please aim to return them by Friday May 13th, if you haven't done so already.
EQAO Assessment dates - Our grade 3's begin the assessment on May 25th. A newsletter will be going home this Friday to provide additional information.
Homework Routine - With the upcoming EQAO assessment, the emphasis is being placed on the practice booklets. Regular Spelling and Math homework will continue after the assessment. Students can continue to use the educational apps (e.g. Raz-Kids, Mathletics, Dreambox, etc.) if they wish to supplement their homework. Daily reading is encouraged to ensure that students reach grade 3 reading levels and required vocabulary.
Spring is here! With the increase in warmer weather and sunshine, students should be dressed and prepared for the day. Hats, sunblock and extra drinks are encouraged.
Education Week - Thank you for those parents who visited our class during Education Week and participated in our Math games.
Spring is here! With the increase in warmer weather and sunshine, students should be dressed and prepared for the day. Hats, sunblock and extra drinks are encouraged.
Education Week - Thank you for those parents who visited our class during Education Week and participated in our Math games.
Thank you volunteers! - I wish to thank all parent volunteers who assisted us during our swimming lessons. Your help is always greatly appreciated!
Always Learning in Grade 3...
In Math, we have been very busy reviewing material, problem solving and learning new concepts. We have been learning about Mass and Capacity using standard units (i.e. kilogram, litre). We have started Probability and we will investigate the concept of equality in Algebra shortly.
In Writing, students have been busy writing persuasive letters and paragraphs. Gr. 3's are currently working on a procedural writing task ("How to Get Ready in the Morning Before School). Students worked very hard on their Mother's Day letters and I am sure that you enjoyed reading them last weekend. In Reading, our focus has been on reading comprehension strategies and answering reading response questions using the APE strategy in preparation for EQAO. In Oral Communication, students are using accountable talk to improve their listening and speaking skills.
In Religion, we discussed a variety of ways in which one can demonstrate an act of mercy. Our class was very engaged in this topic during Education Week through scripture and by listening to Father John's message during our Education Week mass.
In Drama, students have been put into three different readers' theatre groups. We had a productive day yesterday rehearsing in our courtyard. Check out the pictures on our Twitter page!
We are continuing are unit on "Strong and Stable Structures" in Science. We have learned about the purpose of different types of bridges and we are investigating man-made vs. natural structures.
Thank you for your continued support!
Mr. Blais
In Writing, students have been busy writing persuasive letters and paragraphs. Gr. 3's are currently working on a procedural writing task ("How to Get Ready in the Morning Before School). Students worked very hard on their Mother's Day letters and I am sure that you enjoyed reading them last weekend. In Reading, our focus has been on reading comprehension strategies and answering reading response questions using the APE strategy in preparation for EQAO. In Oral Communication, students are using accountable talk to improve their listening and speaking skills.
In Religion, we discussed a variety of ways in which one can demonstrate an act of mercy. Our class was very engaged in this topic during Education Week through scripture and by listening to Father John's message during our Education Week mass.
In Drama, students have been put into three different readers' theatre groups. We had a productive day yesterday rehearsing in our courtyard. Check out the pictures on our Twitter page!
We are continuing are unit on "Strong and Stable Structures" in Science. We have learned about the purpose of different types of bridges and we are investigating man-made vs. natural structures.
Thank you for your continued support!
Mr. Blais
