We started our day with math. We reviewed the
characteristics of a parallelogram and why a rectangle is a parallelogram but a
parallelogram is not a rectangle. Ask your child to explain this to you.
Students counted squares on a grid to estimate the area of a parallelogram.
They then cut a triangle out of the parallelogram and added it to the other
side of the figure to create a rectangle. Students were then able to calculate
actual area. This activity helped students to understand the relationship
between parallelograms and rectangles and why the formula for finding the area
of a parallelogram is A=b x h. Some students found it tricky to identify the
base and the height. They are reminded that the height must be perpendicular to
the base. Students are asked to complete practice questions on p. 353 & 354
of the MMS textbook.
During inquiry time, students continued working on improving
their slideshows, planning their display boards, and practicing their French
component.
12 School Days Till Exhibition
All groups must bring in their art supplies.
Grade 6s attended Drama, French, and Gym class today.
Homework &
Reminders
- MMS p. 353 & 354
- Letters for display board
titles are needed
- Devices are needed all week
- Art supplies are needed for
all groups
- Summer camp specials end
Victoria Day long weekend
- Tomorrow is Earth Day -
wear brown, blue, and green
- April 24 - Multisports Day
- April 29 - Casual Day
- May 8 - Exhibition (9:30 am - 11:30 am, 1:30 pm -
3:30 pm, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
- May 13 - Grade 7 math
contest for those interested
- May 12 - Grade 5 & 6
Golfing Trip
- May 15 - PD Day, No school
for students
- May 18 - Victoria Day - No
school
- May 19 - PD Day, No school
for students
The Spring Fundraiser has Begun!!!
What?
St. Jude’s Academy is hosting its Annual Spring Fundraiser to raise funds to support our science program and get a new playground!
There will be a variety of exciting EVENTS with a number of
amazing PRIZES for students to win through their participation!
When?
There will be multiple events during the fundraiser period of April 13th to April 24th!
Some of the big events to make note of are:
April 24th Bowling or Multi-Sports Day!
April 13th - 17th Pre-order coffee beans! - Students who purchase a bag of coffee receive 100 house points and a free coffee the following week during our morning coffee sale.
April 20th and 24th Coffee Sale for parents during morning drop-off starting at 7:45am!
Why?
Funds are being collected to support the SJA science program and a new playground.
PRIZES can be won for students who participate! Daily prizes awarded!
All students who collect $35 in donations or more will be treated to a Multi-Sports Day or Bowling Day!
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