Friday, September 22, 2017

Day 1 – More Static Electricity


 
In today’s math class, the Grade 6s worked on the preassessment task for the next math unit – Geometry. We will begin this new work on Monday.

During our inquiry time, we continued learning about static electricity. We used the concepts we learned to explain why hair sticks up when we go down a slide, why a balloon will stick to the wall when rubbed, and the science behind lightning bolts and thunder.  Yesterday we discussed study methods that help us prepare for tests. Grade 6s were encouraged to

1.      read their notes

2.     talk about their work (e.g. explain it to a family member)

3.     take notes

4.     draw pictures/mind maps

5.     ask a family to quiz them

These strategies help our brains to remember new work. Good luck as you study everyone.

Students were challenged to complete their line designs on their pinwheels today. Many stayed in during recess to complete this work. There are a few who are still not done with this task. We will be assembling the pinwheels once everyone is done.

We continued researching Djibouti, the country we will be representing at International Day on Thursday, October 5th.

Grade 6s attended gym and music class today.

Students should be working on their IB Learner Profile poster and be ready to present these on their scheduled date. Jonathan will be presenting on Monday.

Homework and Reminders

·        Welcome BBQ – Please return forms and payment if you will be attending

·        Golf trip – please return permission form

·        Memorise multiplication doubles up to 15 x 15

·        IB Learner Profile Posters

·        Return the signed last page of the student handbook if you haven’t already done this

·        Read for 20 minutes

·        Mon., Sept. 25 – Electricity Test

·        Tues., Sept. 26 – Terry Fox Run. Come dressed in gym clothes, Bake sale.

·        Wed., Sept. 27 – Casual Day, Bake Sale

·        Fri., Sept. 29 – Orange Shirt Day.

·        Mon. Oct. 2 – Golf Trip ( 9 am – 12 pm, wear gym uniform), Welcome BBQ (4 pm – 5:30 pm)

·        Thurs., Oct. 5 – International Day

·        Fri., Oct. 6 – P.D. – No school for students

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