Equations

Day 2

Grade 6s began their day attending music class with Mr. Andrei.

In math we took up yesterday’s homework and then worked on today’s lesson which was about solving equations. We took time to ensure that students understood what an equation is. Ask your child to explain equations to you. We practiced solving equations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Students are asked to complete practice work on p. 18 of the MMS textbook. Students will be writing the Number Patterns unit test on Monday, October 17.

During recess we had the first meeting of the first debate club at SJA. This club is open to Grade 5 and 6 students. Most of the Grade 6 class has joined debate club. Today’s lively debate was an extemporaneous one on the topic of uniforms. Next week’s debate will be an impromptu one. The speakers that are for or against the surprise topic were chosen today.

UOI time began next. Students worked on their environmental impact of energy production project. Students were challenged to complete all their research in class today. We had problems with Wi-Fi connectivity as a result, students who are missing any information are asked to complete their research at home this weekend. The next time we work on this project, students will work on the slideshow. Students will need their devices on Tuesday.

Our second segment of UOI time was used to work on the preconstruction sketch for our electric cars. This sketch had to show all major parts and the location of the parts of the electric circuit. Students are asked to think through the steps they will need to take to build the car over the weekend. They are asked to consider all materials they may need based on their preconstruction sketch. Car building begins on Tuesday. Yay!

When students return from the long weekend they will be in their winter uniform. The handing out of uniform violation forms will begin on Tuesday and will be handed out to students who are not in uniform. Please see the student handbook if you are unsure of the uniform pieces that are required.

Parents, please take time to complete the SJA self-study survey by Friday, October 21, 2016, by clicking on the link: SJA Self-Study Survey or by copying the address into your browser https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XCHTHN8.  Thank you to parents you have completed the survey.

Homework & Reminders

·         Parents, please complete the self-study survey: SJA Self-Study Survey It takes about 5 minutes to complete.

·         Devices – needed Tuesday (slideshow)

·         Math p. 18

·         Read for 30 minutes and record your reading in your log

·         Learner profile assignment – be ready to present on your assigned day

·         Science Fair:

o   Think about your preconstruction sketch. In your mind, plan the steps you will take on Tuesday to start building your car. Ensure you have all materials at school in order to build the car starting Tuesday

o   Find a box to store your materials (past due)

o   Collect materials that were suggested in the letter and in class (past due)

o   $10 for materials (past due)

·         Friday: PD Day – no school for students

·         Monday: Thanksgiving – no school

·         Wednesday: Music

·         Friday, October 14:

o   Music

o   Reading logs are due

·         Monday, October 17 – Number Patterns Unit test

·         Friday, October 21 – Parent Guild Movie Night, 6:30 – 9:30 pm

·         Wednesday, October 26 – Casual Day

·         Thursday, October 27 – Picture Day

·         Monday, October 31 – Halloween/Harvest Spirit Day