Year Ahead Day

Day 4

My Grade 6s headed off to Grade 7 for the day. They were super excited when they left, were very happy when I saw them half way through the day, and raving about an awesome day in Grade 7 at the end of the day.

The Grade 5s got to be Grade 6s for a day. We started the day talking about how Grade 6 is different to Grade 5. Students had a clear picture of what Grade 6s is like. Their ideas included more work, harder work, lots of projects, and the Exhibition.

The ‘Grade 6s for a Day’ then began working. They did math work first. The learned how to calculate the surface area and volume of a rectangular prism while clearly showing their calculations in an organised way. Next they were challenged to use toothpicks and plasticine to build a skeleton of a decagonal prism. They were faced with the problem of figuring out what a decagon was, which they did and then they were on their way. It took a few tries before someone came up with a solution to the problem and this helped everyone along.

 

We did a bit of language work next. We discussed why Mr. Sawatsky requires Grade 5 and 6 students to learn persuasive writing and speaking. The class came up with excellent ideas. Ask your child to share these ideas with you. Everyone was asked to decide if they were for or against homework. In groups, they came up with reasons for their opinion. At the end of the day, students used their ideas to participate in a class debate. We had an excellent argument, and it was interesting to hear the different perspectives on this issue.

The ‘Grade 6s for a Day’ attended music, gym, and French class today.

It was nice getting to know the Grade 5s. I hope you had a good time in Grade 6.

Homework & Reminders

·         Math p. 234 - 235

·         Inquiry into Flight:

o   Flight Reports due Thursday

·         Speech:

o   Discuss your speech topic ideas with your parents

o    Speech topic chosen and submitted tomorrow

·         Thursday: Flight Report Due, Air Show, Speech topic due

·         Friday: Music, Last day to order hot lunches for February by 8 pm

·         January 30: Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum trip

·         February 9 – Reregistration Deadline

·         February 14 - Spirit Day

·         February 17 - PD Day

·         February 20 - Family Day

·         February 21 –Speech Semi-Finals, Bake Sale

·         February 22 – Speech Semi-Finals, Anti-Bullying Day, Casual Day, Bake sale

·         February 24 - Oral Presentations

·         February 28 - Pancake Tuesday

·         March 1 - SJA/Maples Interschool Oral Competition

·         March 2 – Ski Trip

·         March 9 = Ski Trip

·         March 13 - 24 March Break

Reregistration

It is hard to believe, but the time is here already – re-registration is upon us! Re-registrations forms have been sent home. The deadline to re-register is February 9. After that we open up spaces to the public. Do not delay – reserve your spot today for grade 7!

Lunch Program

News about our lunch program - SJA is excited to announce that our lunch ordering system has now been upgraded!

From now on you will place all lunch orders on-line. The ordering system is more simplified and easy to navigate.

Below are the instructions on how to order and how to pay:

1.     Visit http://mydigitalmailroom.com/sja/login.php

2.     Click on the link. Don't have an account? Register and register your child based on your email address, their grade, and classroom teacher name. (You can register more than one child)

3.     Verify your email account through the email sent

4.     Log-in and look for the tab manage lunch on the top left of the page

5.     Select add new lunch form

6.     Select student name and payment method

7.     Check off the boxes for your selections for each day

8.     Press save

9.     The program will then take you to a screen that will give you the total you owe for the month

10.  Please place amount owing (in agenda) in a zip lock bag clearly labelled with student first and last name as well as teacher name.

We recognize the process is new and may be confusing so we appreciate your understanding in this matter. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the ordering process, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Smith at bsmith@stjudesacademy.com to set up an appointment time to assist you in the ordering process.

******Please place all orders by January 27Th 2017. Please keep in mind that after this date no orders can be accepted as the site will close until the new month. We will send reminders and blog posts to ensure you do not miss the deadline. ******