Book Reports & Brochures

Grade 4s did a great job with their performance last night. I was very pleased to stand back and enjoy watching them. I am sure parents felt the same way.

We began our day with our last group discussion meeting for the final chapter of The Secret Garden. This meeting was as a whole class and everyone had a chance to participate. Students received their next assignment for this novel study, namely writing a book report. Students read an example of a book report to understand what is expected of them. They used a book report planner to record information about the characters, setting, plot, problem, resolution, and recommendation. Some students have already completed the first draft of their book report while others are still working on their planner.

In our Who We Are inquiry unit, students worked on Microsoft Publisher to create their safety brochure to teach younger students how to stay safe over the summer. We experienced some technical difficulties and had to take turns using the Think Pads. Grade 4s were accommodating of each other. They took turns either using Think Pads or worked on their book reports. We hope to have everyone's brochures completed by end of day tomorrow.

As we are nearing the end of our inquiry unit, we took time to reflect on both our plants and soils unit and our friendship, manners, and safety unit. Students recorded their thoughts to add to their IB portfolios. We will work on our portfolios next week.

Students attended French and gym class today.

Homework & Reminders

• Monday, June 9 - Beach Spirit Day. Come dressed in beach clothes
• Tuesday, June 10 - Spelling Bee at 9am. Wear school uniform. Spelling bee finalists, keep preparing for next week's competition on. Parents are welcome to attend
• Wednesday, June 11- Casual Day
• Wednesday, June 11 - Graduation at 7 pm. Dress up
• Thursday, June 12 - Soccer Spirit Day - wear a soccer jersey.
• Thursday, June 12 Bicycle Safety Day. Bring your bicycles, skateboards, roller skates/blades, scooters, pogo sticks, etc. and your safety equipment. We will also visit the park on this day. Students may bring their tennis racquets, badminton racquets, balls,  or any other equipment needed to enjoy each other's company at the park.
• Friday, June 13 - Casual Day. Last and half day of school. Dismissal at 11:30. Report cards go home. After  care runs till 4 pm
• Child Care payments are due back no later than May 9th
• Friday, June 13 - Summer Fair from 12 - 2 pm