Digging into the Research

Students participated in literature circle discussions of Chapter 9 using their assigned roles. Today I sat with Group 1 and evaluated students based on their contributions to the group discussion. Grade 6s have been assigned Chapter 10 of The City of Ember while they work on their reading responses. Students had lots of time to work on their reading in class. Any remaining work needs to be completed for homework. Novels and Duo-tangs need to be brought to school daily as we will be having novel study time daily.

In today’s inquiry time, students used class time to research their chosen energy type. They have all received their package and are using the checklist provided and graphic organiser to guide them as they search for information. Some students still have a hard time knowing which key words to enter into their search engine. Some are still copying information word-for-word. Some had not recorded enough information by the end of UOI time (60 minutes). We are and will be working to improve these skills in these kinds of projects. Students will need devices as they research and prepare for this project.

Type of Project	Partners
The Power of Uranium	Omar & Christiaan
The Power of Uranium	Ethan & Riaz
The Power of Uranium	Adam & Rashad
The Power of Uranium	Julian & David
The Power of Uranium	Jayden & Lucas
New Power Generator in Mississauga: Solar	Suravi & Chelsea
The Power of Uranium	Tristan & JD
The Power of Uranium	Miriam & Sophie
New Power Generator in Mississauga: Solar	Ekaam & Rishabh
New Power Generator in Mississauga: Wind	Lynne & Amron

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There are a number of students who still need to email me their OPG graphs (mhaag@stjudesacademy.com) or submit their graphs to me if printing at home. Please do this ASAP if this applies to you.

Grade 6s will be writing a unit test on all they have learned during the electricity unit. This test will take place on Wednesday, October 3^rd. When studying, students should:

1.       Read through your notes at least 3 times

2.       Make notes about your reading. Refer back to your notes if you cannot remember anything. More rereading may be required.

3.       Make doodles or a mind map to represent your understanding

4.       Explain concepts to someone

5.       Ask a family member to quiz you

6.       Repeat steps as necessary

During science fair time, students worked on building their cars. It was a busy messy time enjoyed by all. We will be working on this all week.  All building items, such as small boxes (tissue boxes, toothpaste boxes, etc.), empty water bottles, bottle caps (or other suitable items for the wheels), etc., should be at school daily as students build.

The class continued working on their Iceland presentation. We hope to finalise our presentation tomorrow.  Everyone has been asked to research and prepare a traditional Icelandic dish that is peanut and nut free to serve to guests at this event that takes place this Thursday, October 4^th, from 2:30 – 3:15 pm. The following students have made a commitment to bring the following foods:

Name	Food
Lynne & Miriam	Blueberries
Jayden	Hot dogs
Ekaam	Skyr yogurt
Lucas	Fish pie
Chelsea	Kartoflu
Suravi	Rice krispie muffin
David	Yogurt and potatoes
Sophie	Chocolate pikes
Tristan	Cream puffs

 The costume ideas the class generated are as follows:

·         Wear flag colours blue, red, and white

·         Dress for the cold Icelandic weather: toque, scarf, boots, gloves/mitts

·         Wear a beard

·         Look in your closet and put together a Viking outfit

·         Icelandic name tag

·         Tickle Trunk for costume rentals for those interested

Grade 6s attended French and math class today. During math they wrote the Data Management unit test.

Homework & Reminders

·         UOI

o   Study for the unit test – use the steps we discussed in class

o   Print your two OPG graphs and hand them in to me ASAP if you haven’t already done this, or …

o   Email me your two OPG graphs to mhaag@stjudesacademy.com ASAP if you haven’t already done this

·         Science Fair

o   All car building materials are due as we are building daily

·         Novel study – due tomorrow

o   Read Chapter 10

o   Complete Chapter 10 response

·         Return your permission form for the Caribou Cup if you would like to participate

·         Wednesday, Oct. 3^rd - Electricity unit test

·         Thursday, October 4^th  - International Day (PYP only), 2:30 – 3:15 pm, Families and friends are welcome

·         Friday, October 5^th  – PD Day for Teachers (7 am – 12 noon), no school for students

·         Monday, October 8^th – Thanksgiving Day. No school

 

·         Thursday, October 11^th – Electricity Presentations

·         Friday, October 12^th – Electricity Presentations

·         Thursday, October 25 – Picture Day