Classroom Notes - June 2016

• EQAO is finished! - Today, our grade 3's completed the last section of their Mathematics booklets. Thank you to all parents for assisting your child at home in preparation for the assessment. I am very proud of our class for showing grit, perseverance and for putting forth their best effort. Good job grade 3's! As always, results from this year's assessment will not be made public until the next school year.

• EQAO party - Both Mrs. Jung's and Mr. Blais' grade 3 classes will be having a party to celebrate all of their hard work. We are currently determining at date for this celebration, so expect a note in the near future.

• Upcoming field trip - We will be going on a Summer Solstice field trip on Monday, June 20th. This field trip links to the Social Studies curriculum in which students will be learning about Aboriginal culture. A parent letter and a permission form will be sent home shortly.

• Bike rodeo - I have been informed that the new date for the bike rodeo will be Thursday, June 16th. Although this date replaces the cancelled day, it is still weather dependant. Please ensure that you check weekly online school memos, as well as any recorded messages from the school for current information.

• Summer is almost here! - We have already experienced some hot weather this spring. If you know that we will be having a hot, sunny day, students can come to school wearing sunblock since they will be outside for recess on a daily basis. It is always a good idea to send your child to school with a hat and extra sun block which they can store in their backpack.

• PD Day this Friday - There will be no school for students on Friday, June 10th.

Always Learning in Grade 3

Although we have covered all five strands in the Math curriculum, our class will continue working on division, the concept of equality, fractions and a variety of word problems. 

In Language, we will focus on Media Literacy and students will create a media text for a specific audience.

This week, students have been working hard on their Science unit called "Soils in the Environment." Students are learning about the components of soil and they will investigate different types of soil, as well as composting.

Next week, we will begin our "Created Sexual" unit in Family Life. A letter to parents will be sent home to outline the topics covered in grade 3.

In Health, grade 3's will learn about processed and unprocessed foods as well as the benefits of good oral health. Students will also learn about the advantages of buying fresh, local foods.

In Drama, students will perform their reader's theatre play to their peers. Students have been working on their chosen character by determining how to use their voice and movement when acting out their part.

Thank you for your continued support!

Mr. Blais