King Trout

We the passing of King Troutenkhammen early this morning, the normal schedule of his loyal subjects, the Grade 6 students at SJA, could not continue.

First we took up yesterday’s homework on ancient Egypt. Then students gathered in groups to discuss their novel study. They had quiet time to read chapter 5. For homework, they are asked to reflect on chapter 5 using the new role they were assigned today if they did not get done in class. We will meet again on Monday.

In math, students considered how to convert a small rectangular prism into a sarcophagus.  They used their artistic talent to convert this into one worthy of holding the body of King Trout until he passes into the afterlife.  Other students transformed a larger rectangular prism into rectangular-based pyramid. This they decorated to be the tomb to hold the sarcophagus. Students made canopic jars, jewellery, an amulet, and a scarab beetle for King Trout to ta enjoy in the afterlife. The class, according to ancient Egyptian tradition, required Mrs. Troutenkhammen to accompany her husband in the tomb. Once everything was ready, we prepared his body before entombing it. We held a solemn funeral procession through the school to allow other students to pay their respects.

Students are to keep working on their cars. All students are asked to complete test 2 by Monday, October 26, at which point we will have conferences again to check on and discuss progress.

Please note that forms for after-school programs are due on Monday. Look out for a trip form coming home today. Forms & payment for the trip are due on Friday, October 30.

Homework & Reminders

·         Science Fair: Keep working on your electric car. Have test 2 done by Monday, October 26

·         MMS Test on Friday, October 30

·         Egypt activity pages 20 & 21

·         The Lightning Thief: Complete your literature circle response for Monday’s discussion on chapter 5

·         After-school programs forms are due on Monday

·         Remember to return Picture Day Forms

·         Tuesday, October 27 – Picture Day

·         Wednesday, October 28 – Casual Day

·         Friday, October 30 – Halloween Spirit Day, ROM trip forms and payment due