Grade 6s had a busy first day to start their last year of
PYP. We spent time getting to know each other through introductions and a game
of 'A Lotta Hot Air'. We discussed how everything we do this year will prepare students
for The Exhibition. Students who have been to an exhibition before shared their
impressions with the class to help everyone to begin forming an idea of what
exhibition will be like. We did a walkabout around the school to become
familiar with the locations of SJA personnel and classes in the main building
and portables as well as the procedures for exiting and entering buildings.
Students came to school well prepared with supplies. We took
time to organise supplies in bins, shelves, and chair bags.
Students wrote the Whole Numbers portion of the Ontario
Numeracy Assessment Package (ONAP). This test is used as a tool to determine
strengths and weaknesses in understanding whole number concepts. It does not
count towards report card grades. It helps me as a teacher know how to teach
the unit. The results of this test will be shared with parents later this
month. Whole Numbers will be our first math unit this year.
Mr. Monaghan is teaching art at SJA this year. He popped
into our classroom to introduce himself, explain the focus in art this year,
and get a sense of the interests of grade 6 students in the arts field.
Grade 6s participated in individual reading surveys. This
survey is used to give a snapshot of students reading habits, preferences,
strengths and weaknesses, and goals.
Students enjoyed their first gym class with Ms. Lovan. They
were not required to change for today's gym class, but starting tomorrow
student's are expected to change for gym class daily. Exceptions to changing for gym include Spirit Days and
Casual Days.
Students are bringing their agendas home with them today.
Please take time to look through the student handbook in the front section of
the agenda and sign page 19. Scholastic orders are coming home today. If you
would like to order books, forms and cheques are due on Monday, September 8th.
Homework &
Reminders:
- Sign up as a follower of the blog if you haven't already.
- Read through the student handbook and sign p. 19.
- Lunch order forms and payments are due Friday, September 5, if you are ordering hot lunches.
- Friday is Spirit Day. Wear your house colours.
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