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March Calendar

28/2/2019

 

Friday Housekeeping

28/2/2019

 
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  • As usual, library books are due back for exchange by next Tuesday.
  • ​​There are no Family Projects for March due to the holiday but April's will come in March.
  • Thursday, March 7 is the PAC sponsored pizza lunch.
  • Friday, March 8 we will be joining Mrs. Farber's Friends for the morning at the Big Little Science Centre. Permission forms and $2.00 for the bus are due by Monday, Mar. 4.
  • Sunday, March 10 we will jump the clocks ahead an hour to Daylight Savings time.
  • Friday, March 15 expect a formal report card in your child's backpack. We have also tentatively scheduled a Fresh Air Friday afternoon at the river and it is the last school day before Spring Break.
  • ​We will be saying a sad good-bye to Ms. Dowler on Friday, March 15 and wish her the best in her teaching career.
  • Spring Break runs from Saturday, March 16 though Sunday, March 24. We will see you all back here on Monday, March 25.
  • Mrs. Villeneuve's class will be once again recycling batteries through the Calltorecycle program. If you have batteries at home that you would like to send in I will make sure they get them or you can drop them at the office.
  • February sight words are: come, did, have, get, love, of, said, very, will, yes. If a word comes up repeatedly in our studies we will sometimes add it to our words for the month. Please feel free to practice them at home.​
  • BEST monthly newsletter can be found here.
Go forth and Stay Warm!

Momo Challenge Warning

28/2/2019

 
District Letter to Parents - Concerning on-line behaviour
Below is a message that was sent to all parents bringing their attention to the Momo Challenge on-line videos. 

Dear parents and guardians, 
Out of an abundance of caution we are asking you to be take particular interest in what your children are viewing online. We have become aware through social media of online videos called the “Momo Challenge” that directs children to harm themselves and threatens them with severe consequences if their instructions are not followed. 
The challenge involves messages being hidden in seemingly child-friendly games and videos. The messages urge children to contact “Momo” via Snapchat, WhatsApp or other messaging programs. The Momo accounts often feature an image of a doll with large eyes and long, black hair. A Momo-like character has also been spotted in the popular online game Minecraft. Once messaged, Momo may respond with disturbing images and instructions, including directions for self-harm. Momo may also make threats about what could happen if the directions are not followed, saying they will harm the child’s family or place a curse on them. 
It is imperative that you talk to your children about reporting these videos to a trusted adult. It is also important to make your children aware that they must immediately report any online interaction that leaves them feeling uncomfortable. Reminding your child that they will not be in trouble for reporting is critical to ensuring open communication. 
Talk to your child about how they use the internet and social media – be supportive and encourage them to let you know if they have any problems 
    * Get to know what your child does online and teach them to be safe – they need to know how to deal with inappropriate material and how to protect themselves from predators 
    * Keep the computer in a common area or have them use personal devices in your company 
    * Warn your child not to give personal information to a stranger online 
    * Contact your local law enforcement if you believe your child is being blackmailed or extorted online 
    * Tell your child to ignore messages from people they don’t recognize and not to visit someone in person that they meet online or via text 
Additional resources for parents can be found at: 
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/erase/online-safety 
SD73 takes great pride in creating safe and caring places to learn and our dedicated staff are always willing to help. 
Please do not hesitate to reach out to a trusted staff member if you need support for your child. 
Sincerely, 
Alison Sidow 
Superintendent 

Big Foot

25/2/2019

 
Team Awesome has been learning about measuring and comparing using nonstandard units such as these paper clips. Measuring with non-standard units means measuring things with blocks, pencils, hands, feet, etc rather than rulers and tape measures. As long as the items used to measure with are all the same size, e.g. identical blocks or brand new pencils, they are suitable. Measurement builds number sense by having students make predictions and then allowing them to use measurement to check their prediction. Team Awesome is being provided lots of opportunities to sort objects by size using everyday activities and experimenting with real objects. ​Words such as measure, taller than, shorter than, wider than, narrower than, length, volume, weight, area, centimeter, meter, heavier and lighter are all vocabulary words that the children are introduced to and use during our various measurement activities. Seriously, have you ever met a kid that wasn’t intrigued with how big or small something is?  Its exploration at it’s best and when we can add in numbers and counting . . . bonus. 

FAF 15/02/19

23/2/2019

 

Friday Housekeeping

22/2/2019

 
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It is the time of year when the Kindergarten students are gaining in independence seemingly by the second. They are comfortable around the school and in the school yard, they know our classroom routines and what to expect each day, they follow the parameters set for them and call out those who do not and they often leave parents hanging at the door waiting for a last kiss or good-bye before leaving. To further encourage Team Awesome's burgeoning independence I am encouraging you, their parents and caregivers, to begin saying your morning good-byes at the end of the hall or at the outside door and allowing the children to get themselves organized and into our class on their own. I have no doubts that each one will be successful and come away with an enhanced sense of pride and achievement in their ability to do what they know needs to be done in the mornings. 
  • ​As usual, library books are due back for exchange by next Tuesday.
  • ​​There are no Family Projects for March due to the holiday but April's will come in March.
  • March lunch orders are due to the office by Monday, Feb. 25.
  • Popcorn Day! Monday, Feb 25. 
  • Tuesday, Feb. 26 is Crazy Hair Day! 
  • Wednesday, Feb. 27 is Pink Shirt Day and students are encouraged to wear a pink shirt in support of the anti-bullying message. We often have an assembly on that day. Rather than focus on the 'anti-bullying' message which can be misinterpreted by small children, Team Awesome will be celebrating 'Kindness Week' and focusing on ways we can be kind.
  • PAC is sponsoring a pizza day on Thursday Mar. 7. Orders are due to the office by Thursday, Feb. 28.
  • Friday Mar. 1 is a Pro D day and the children will have a long weekend while I learn how to be a better teacher.
  • Thursday, March 7 is the PAC sponsored pizza lunch.
  • Friday, March 8 we will be joining Mrs. Farber's Friends for the morning at the Big Little Science Centre. Look for permission forms soon.
  • Sunday, March 10 we will jump the clocks ahead an hour to Daylight Savings time.
  • Friday, March 15 expect a formal report card in your child's backpack. We have also tentatively scheduled a Fresh Air Friday afternoon at the river.
  • I have seen you all to go over your child's results for the second term assessment. If you have further questions or concerns please let me know so we can discuss them.
  • Mrs. Villeneuve's class will be once again recycling batteries through the Calltorecycle program. If you have batteries at home that you would like to send in I will make sure they get them or you can drop them at the office.
  • February sight words are: come, did, have, get, love, of, said, very, will, yes. If a word comes up repeatedly in our studies we will sometimes add it to our words for the month. Please feel free to practice them at home.​
  • BEST monthly newsletter can be found here.
Go forth and Be Awesome!

Reading Sight Words Together

21/2/2019

 
​As you know, learning to read is fundamental to your child's success in school and in life. But becoming a strong reader is challenging: it takes patience and perseverance- both by the parent and the young reader. And practicing reading sight words will help. Sight words are high-frequency words that are often difficult to sound out or illustrate so its important for emerging readers to master them "on sight". Being able to read these words automatically is the first step to reading fluently. It allows young readers to focus on more challenging words and understanding the text. 
Try these things as you read books together:
  • Run your finger under the text as you read to help your child follow along. Then read the story again, but stop your finger on sight words we have been learning in class and help your child read those words aloud. 
  • Have your child read the story to you. Don't jump in if he or she gets stuck. Help your child figure out the challenging word using the pictures and context clues from the rest of the sentence. Ask, "Does that make sense? Does that look right? Does it sound right?".
  • Play 'I Spy Sight Words' while reading other books. Look for common words while reading other texts to your child and let them read those words aloud. 
Reading the same books over and over again will help young readers improve their skills and grow more confident as readers. Soon they will be on their way to not only reading more books, but loving to read!

Valentine Fun

19/2/2019

 

Inch By Inch

18/2/2019

 

Friday Housekeeping

15/2/2019

 
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  • ​As usual, library books are due back for exchange by next Tuesday.
  • ​​February Family Projects are due whenever they are finished. There are no Family Projects for March due to the holiday.
  • Monday, Feb. 18 is Family Day and I hope everyone enjoys themselves.
  • Friday Feb. 22 is our 100th day of school. We will officially be 100 days smarter and will celebrate by participating in activities centered around the number 100.
  • March lunch orders are due to the office by Monday, Feb. 25.
  • Popcorn Day! Monday, Feb 25. Orders to come home shortly.
  • Tuesday, Feb. 26 is Crazy Hair Day! 
  • Wednesday, Feb. 27 is Pink Shirt Day and students are encouraged to wear a pink shirt in support of the anti-bullying message. We often have an assembly on that day.
  • PAC is sponsoring a pizza day on Thursday Mar. 7. Orders are due to the office by Thursday, Feb. 28.
  • Friday Mar. 1 is a Pro D day and the children will have a long weekend while I learn how to be a better teacher.
  • We are required to have an informal report in February and to that end I have been doing some academic assessments with Team Awesome. Sometime in the next week, either at drop off or pick up, I will snag you to go over your child's results if I have not already. If I am unable to meet with you I will email to let you know my assessment results are coming home and we can arrange to meet if needed.
  • Mrs. Villeneuve's class will be once again recycling batteries through the Calltorecycle program. If you have batteries at home that you would like to send in I will make sure they get them or you can drop them at the office.
  • February sight words are: come, did, have, get, love, of, said, very, will, yes. If a word comes up repeatedly in our studies we will sometimes add it to our words for the month. Please feel free to practice them at home.​
  • BEST monthly newsletter can be found here.
Go forth and have an Awesome Family Day!
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