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JKCS PARENT UPDATE
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Dear Visitor
PONDERINGS FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
November 25, 2011
Do you like receiving feedback? When you do something, is it one of your hopes that you will receive some honest feedback about the job you did? Do you look forward to job appraisals? Do you focus more on the things that you are doing well or the things that need improvement? Does a performance appraisal intimidate you or motivate you?
These are some of the questions that you as parents will need to face in the near future. It's learning report time again. Last Friday, the students didn't come to school so that our teachers could mark assignments and tests and work on their students' learning reports.
I know that for some students and parents this is a difficult time. Some students may find learning difficult or find that the effort needed to do well does not come easily to them. Other students and parents may find this process a time of celebration and rejoicing. Those students have put the necessary effort into their school work and have been gifted in a way that matches with the way we as a culture have set up our schooling process.
Regardless of your perspective on the learning report process, I want you to use this time to look for the nuggets of encouragement. Look at the report, talk to your children and their teachers, and rejoice where your children have used their gifts and talents well. Set goals for the next term. Set up consistent and predictable habits at home so that your children know what is expected of them. Stay in touch with their teachers so that we form a great partnership of support for your children.
These habits will encourage and support your children well. As much as your children may not enjoy the practices you are mandating, remind them that they will thank you later in life. The determination and support you provide today will serve them well as they live their lives.
As you fulfill your parental role and as your children fulfill their student roles, may the Lord look upon you with favour and bless you with the words found in the parable of the talents: "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share in your master's happiness!" (Matthew 25: 23)
In Christ,
Mr. G. Petrusma
Principal
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NEWS
NEW!!! Sign Up for Dec 8th Parent Teacher Interviews ON LINE
We've found an easier way to sign up for Parent Teacher Interviews on Dec. 8th from 1:30 - 9:00pm - isn't that exciting?
Here's how to sign up:
- Go to http://jkcs.schoolappointments.com
- click on the "REGISTER" tab (in black on the top of the page)
- fill in all the blanks (user ID can just be your name) then click on "REGISTER NOW" at bottom of page
- Click on "ADD A STUDENT" to add your first child's name (fill in info) Click "ADD NEW STUDENT" the name should then be visible
- Click on "INSERT NEW" for each new child and repeat process until all children are listed
- Each name will appear with a pencil, an X and a calendar icon beside it. Click on the blue "CALENDAR" icon
- An alphabetical list of teachers will appear! Click on the appropriate teacher and then click on the "VIEW CALENDARS" button.
- Choose the appointment slot that fits your schedule and scroll ALL the way down to the bottom and click on the "BOOK APPOINTMENTS" button.
- If you only have one child, you can then click "PRINT APPOINTMENT" button. However, if you have other children, click on "BOOK APPOINTMENTS" button again.
- Click on the blue "CALENDAR" icon next to your next child's name and follow the same steps you used the first time to pick a timeslot.
- If you are finished, click on "PRINT APPOINTMENTS" to print out all your times.
- Click on the black "LOGOUT" tab at the top of the page when you are finished.
If you have trouble signing up on line, please contact the office at: office@jkcs-oakville.org or 905 829-8048 x0 and Mrs. Kim Mrkobrada will happily walk you through the process.
Our goal at these Parent Teacher Interviews is to have 100 per cent of parents participate! Your involvement in your child's education is SO incredibly important and contributes immensely to their academic success.
Each interview slot with your child's homeroom teacher is 10 minutes in length. If you need to to sign up to discuss any specific learning issues, please also schedule an appointment with Mrs. Edith van der Boom in Resource or Mrs. Ellen Louw in English Language Learning. There are a few additional time slots available with our senior teachers as they are specialists for particular subjects. These additional slots are available on a first come, first served basis.
George Petrusma, our beloved Principal, does not want to be left out of all the fun and is making himself available to meet with any parents at any time during interviews, even if it's just to have a quick coffee! (BTW George's favourite is a Tim Horton's French Vanilla ...nudge, nudge, wink, wink!)
New Start Time for Christmas Production - 7pm
 We've heard from parents that we need to start our Christmas production a little earlier in order to get our little ones to bed on time!
So... our December 16th Christmas production, which will include everyone in the school, will be held at: 7:00pm at Clearview Church (across the road from the school.)
There is plenty of parking at Clearview and room for our whole gang to come and celebrate Christmas together.
New Emergency Calling System in Place
 Thinking about snow days yet? We are and we want to be prepared!
This year, instead of using our previous parent-based emergency call chains, all parents will now be called via an automatic computerized phone messaging service in case of a school closure due to bad weather. The system will phone both home and cell numbers. You can expect this call to come before 6:45am. You will also receive an email and it will be posted on our website. (www.jkcs-oakville.org)
We keep everyone's email addresses, home and cell numbers in our database at school but if any of these numbers have changed, please contact us at: office@jkcs-oakville.org
You wouldn't want to be the only family that doesn't get to sleep in on a snow day!
Welcome Back Barb! See You At School Julie! Thank you Mary Ann!
On Dec. 2nd we will welcome back Mrs. Heeringa from her maternity leave with daughter Abigail!
Our grade 4 students will be happy to see Mrs. Heeringa, and happy too to continue to see Mrs. Oussoren across the hall in the SK classroom, as she moves to fill the role of EA. Thank you Julie for the wonderful ways in which you brought your lessons to life and filled our students' mind with your exceptionally creative and thought provoking ways! You are an amazing teacher!
Thank you too, to Mrs. Visser, who just couldn't stay away from our wonderful school after her retirement as VP. Alas, cruise seasons beckons, so it's bon voyage over the winter for Mrs. Visser. Send us postcards from all the warm and sunny locales!
Alumni Dinner a GREAT Night!
 Our first Annual Alumni & Friends Dinner was held in our gymnasium last Friday Nov. 18th. We were excited to see Mr. and Mrs. Gord & Pam Forbes, former Librarian and board member and hear from former principal Mrs. Lorna Keith. We had representation from many of our teachers and staff who also worked hard at setting up the evening décor to ensure all our guests felt welcome and special. Thank you to all our families who came out in support of John Knox. We trust you enjoyed the wonderful stories Mr. Jordan Kuyvenhoven shared about his grandparents, Hans & Gerrie Kuyvenhoven and the hilarious stories shared by Mrs. Lorna Keith.
Our guests left the evening with renewed memories and friendships, history lessons, good fellowship, wonderful music and a gift CD; prepared and donated by the Salib family featuring pictures and songs which walked us though the past 52 years.
If you are in the school in the next few weeks be sure to take a look at our wall of pictures in the lobby and take a walk down memory lane or simply embrace the history lesson. Plan to add to your calendar next year's Alumni and Friends Dinner. We look forward to continuing to connect with our partners in the months ahead.
Last Few Days of Pointsettia Sale - Forms DUE Nov. 28
 Hard copies of order forms went home with students this week! Check backpacks for your copy or download from this article.
Christmas time is coming! Everybody can use some poinsettias!
- to decorate your house for Christmas
- to give as gifts for friends and family
- to decorate your office or give to co-workers
- to decorate your church or for a special community event
Help our grade 7 & 8's raise some money for their 4-day spring trip to Quebec and receive some huge, beautiful PINK, RED or WHITE poinsettias in return.
Buy 1 (8" inch pot) poinsettia - $20
OR
Buy 3 (8" inch pot) pointsettias - $50
You can pick these beautiful flowers up anytime during Parent/Teacher Interviews on Dec. 8th or email the office to let us know when you'll pop by to pick them up.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE POINTSETTIA ORDER FORM
Kindly submit by NOVEMBER 28th with a cheque (made out to: JKCS) or cash to the office (via your child's backpack works too). Questions? Contact the office: office@jkcs-oakville.org for details.
Nominate a Teacher!
 Here's great way to encourage a teacher at JKCS who has made a difference in your child's life - nominate them for an award!
Nominate a teacher for the Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence.
This program is Canada's way of recognizing the best teachers, promote what they have achieved and share their innovative and successful teaching practices.
Winning teachers will receive a certificate, a pin and a letter of congratulations from the prime minister. The recipient's school will also receive a certificate.
Additionally, as many as 15 recipients will receive Certificates of Excellence, which include a financial award of $5,000, and 50 Certificates of Achievement will be handed out with $1,000.
Nominations close on Nov. 30. Nominations forms are available at www.pma.gc.ca
Servant Team Leaf Raking Report - Letters from Families
 Here are a few excerpts from some of the beautiful letters of thanks we received from the families whose leaves were raked by the Servant Team.
"May I again take this opportunity to say a very big thank you for coming to our house on Saturday morning with your fantastic group of helpers and raking our leaves for us.
It may not have seemed like much to you, but to us it really does make such a big difference, it allowed us to spend a few hours together having lunch and not having to worry about finding the time to do it.
Your prayers for our family where gratefully received and appreciated also.
Have a wonderful week at school and we hope that you continue with helping other families as you did us today."
Another:
"Betty: Once again, my sincere thanks for organizing the rakers - nice to meet the three adults and the four kids - they did just a great job and Chris gave me his phone number so that he and Josiah could come back again as the maple in the back yard is just starting to fall - so there will be a lot more leaves. It is so commendable and good for youngsters to realize that there are seniors and people with health problems who really appreciate their help. I have written my own to children to tell them about the raking and suggested that their children might want to do something similar in their neighbourhoods."
Another:
"My husband and I would like to express our sincere thanks, for the group that came to our home this past weekend.
Since the diagnosis in June, time has flown by to November, and as you are aware, maintenance and doing little things around the house, gets put on the back burner.
So the timing of the kids and school to put forward their generous time to do some yard work, came at the perfect time, when we were wondering how to tackle it."
Another:
"Thank you very much for coming to my home to rake clean up my garden. I just appreciated it so much. It is a wonderful feeling to know that the yard is ready for our winter.
It is a great service to people like me who, due to a disability or sickness or age, would be unable to cope with the task."
Missing! Steven's iPod
Please keep your eyes open for Steven's (gr. 7/8) ipod in a black rubber case! It went missing on Thursday and Steven would really like to find it. Please spread the word and keep your eyes open around the school and in the parking lot. If you find it, please contact the office immediately at: office@jkcs-oakville.org Thanks for your watchful eyes!
EVENTS
Senior Girls Volleyball Practice - Nov. 29
 Senior Girls Volleyball Practice is bright and early on Tuesday morning Nov. 29 at 7:45am.
Thanks parents for bringing the girls to school!
Tournament Info: We will be participating in the PSAA (Private School League) tournament at Mentor College on Wednesday, November 30. More details to follow.
Membership Meeting - Nov. 29
 If you are a parent at JKCS, then YOU are a member of the John Knox Christian School Society! This society of members are the parents (and grandparents and friends) that collectively give direction for our wonderful school.
There is always a Fall and Spring meeting every year.
Our Fall meeting is set to take place on Tues. November 29th at 7:30pm.
Please come out and support your elected board members by participating in this important meeting.
There will be yummy homemade desserts served and it's a great chance to hear more about the finances and operation of our school and... make some connections with other JKCS families.
Parent Seminar at Harvest on "Raising Purity" - Dec. 3
This is a fantastic seminar for all Christian parents on the topic, "Raising Purity".
Many are confused about the Bible's perspective on sex, dating and relationships. Gerald Hiestand provides objective, biblical answers to vital questions. Touching on a wide range of subjects, Raising Purity is sure to help parents, teens (14 yrs and up) and young adults think clearly, biblically and practically about the God-ordained purpose of human sexuality.
Please check out Harvest Bible Chapel's website link below where you can sign up and pay ($15 per person) on line. Harvest is located at 1215 Lakeshore West in Oakville (just west of Fourth Line).
Click on this link to take you directly to the website: http://www.harvestoakville.ca/10110/event/event_id/266881/Raising_Purity
On the Way to Bethlehem - Nov. 25-28
A note of interest in light of the Christmas season that is approaching:
Some of you might like to head to " ON THE WAY TO BETHLEHEM" starting Friday 25th November to Monday 28th November (tours run continuously from 6.30pm to 9.00pm) Adults :$5, Children: Free. Each tour lasts about 30 mins.
This is an OUTDOOR event so do dress warmly. You will be meeting some very strange folks dressed very differently than what you may be used to ...a centurion or two...some shepherds ...a whole lot of sheep,.. Pompous ..oh I mean Pontius Pilate, a couple called Mary and Joseph will be staying in a barn ...word is.. there wasn't any room left at the inn. I've given you a heads up now .. so don't be afraid...don't be shy...talk to these strange folks and...discover! It's located at Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Rd , Milton. More details at www.onthewaytobethlehem
Primary Choir Visits Holland Christian Homes - Dec. 19
What an exciting opportunity for our younger students to connect with some of our older Christian family members! Our primary choir is headed out to Holland Christian Homes to sing and entertain our Christian seniors.
If you would like to tag along for fun, please let Janette Gils know at: jgils@jkcs-oakville.org It might be a wonderful opportunity for you to enjoy seeing our students making friends and connections with our older and wiser seniors.
Week #4 Mo Bros & Mo Sisters Celebrate
 Here's the results of 4 weeks of facial hair growth for our fellas! Have a look at these furry fundraising faces! All in all, our macho men raised $435. Not bad for that much hair! You'll notice some of our movember men-in-training!
 Our Mo Sisters felt a little left out though and decided to show you what they WOULD have grown if they could have!
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PHOTOS OF THE WEEK
 Emily Visits
Candy Convention
Candy Creations
Wanna Be Mo-Sister
Mo-Sister #2
Happy Thanksgiving to our American Families!
Lessons in Grade 8
Studying Hard!
An Artist in the Making
Hands On Art!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Fri Nov 25th
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Mon Nov 28th
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Mon Nov 28th @ 7:30pm-8:30pm
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Tue Nov 29th
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Tue Nov 29th @ 7:45am-8:30am
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Tue Nov 29th @ 7:30pm-9:00pm
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Wed Nov 30th
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Thu Dec 1st
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Mon Dec 5th @ 3:55pm-5:30pm
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Tue Dec 6th
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Wed Dec 7th
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Wed Dec 7th @ 7:00am-9:00am
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Wed Dec 7th @ 9:00am
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Thu Dec 8th @ 12:30pm
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Thu Dec 8th @ 1:30pm-9:00pm
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Mon Dec 12th @ 3:55pm-5:30pm
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Wed Dec 14th
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Wed Dec 14th
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Thu Dec 15th
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Fri Dec 16th @ 7:00pm
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PRAYER CORNER
Prayer for Employment Seekers
Please be in prayer for those in our community that are currently searching for employment. One of our parents is currently looking for a job in marketing, communications or public relations.
Michaels Family
Please be in prayer for the Michael's family (Hanny & Claire) as Claire cares for her terminally ill mother at home. Pray for strength, wisdom and God's peace for whole family.
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HOMEWORK
November 25, 2011
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Junior Kindergarten – Mrs. Jarvis
Quotes: "Mrs. Jarvis, I love you!", "Mr. Petrusma, I just love John Knox Christian!", "Watch me do jumping jacks Mrs. Jarvis."," Can you tape this tissue to my nose, it won't stop running?" At rest time, "Good night Mrs. Jarvis." We decorated our classroom for Christmas this week. The kids were very excited! They helped decorate our class tree. One child said, "Mrs. Jarvis, I am feeling the Christmas spirit!"
We will be taking a break from Jolly Phonics for the next month. We will be reviewing the letters we have already learned. We will be focusing on Christmas activities.
Zipper Club: the following students that have joined the club: Christian, Danielle, Jack, Jordan, Nathanial, Jacob. Way to Go!!!!!
Star of the Week: Joo-eun (bring all about me poster & pictures)
Monday: Nursery Rhyme Recital It starts at 9:00am, Please remember to have your child come dressed up to go with the rhyme. Return Learning Report envelopes
Tuesday: George's Birthday!!!!! We will celebrate in class on Monday, Membership Meeting 7:30pm
Friday: Return Nov. Read-With-Me tracking sheet.
Up Coming Dates:
Parent Conferences: Dec. 8th 1:00pm-8:00pm. Please sign up in the office to meet with me to discuss your child's progress.
Christmas Concert: Fri. Dec. 16, 7:00pm at Clearview Chruch (the church across the street from the school) The JK kids will be performing. Further info will come home closer to the time with instructions and what to wear.
Christmas Party: Wed. Dec. 21, 11:10-12:00. All parents are welcome to join us for our party. We will have activities for you to do with your child and treats to eat.
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Full-time (a.k.a. 5 Day Gang) Junior & Senior Kindergarten – Mrs. Jarvis
We are still learning about Goldilocks and the Three Bears. We will read different version of this popular fairy tale and compare the similarities and differences. If you have a copy of this story at home, please send it in for me to read.
Helper of the Week: Josh (bring in Show & Tell, must be able to tell the class 3 things about the object)
Thursday: Return Library Books
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Senior Kindergarten – Mrs. Bosch
We are looking forward to our Healthy Lunch Party on Monday, November 28. Please make sure that your child brings the specified food item for our lunch party on Monday. (A note went home on Monday. If you are not sure what your child is supposed to bring, please send me an email.) We are counting on all the ingredients! Thank you to the parents that have volunteered to help us. We could not make all these special days happen without your help! Please send some snacks for your child on Monday, but not a lunch.
Wednesday will be Mrs. Visser's last day with us in SK. We thank her for her wonderful help and the love that she has shown to the students since September. She will be missed! We wish her well as she resumes her retirement. We welcome Julie Oussoren (Nathan's mom) to our class. Mrs. O has been across the hall teaching the grade 4 class, but as Mrs. Heeringa returns to school, Mrs. O will switch gears and become our new EA. Welcome Mrs. O!
Monday: Healthy Lunch Party - Please bring your food item for the party! Word cards home (f, b)
Wednesday: Mrs. Visser's last day in SK, Return Read-at-Home sheets
Friday: Welcome Mrs. Oussoren, Return word cards, Bring in Christmas craft supplies for our craft centre (optional)
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Grade 1a - Mrs. Reckman
We've just finished our math unit on Measurement, and we're now beginning our new unit on Geometry. Our measurement unit will be sent home soon for you to review. We're enjoying our current reader, "Where Do Words Go?" and have been doing activities related to the alphabet and action words. We're practicing our song for the Christmas concert and it's getting us into the Christmas spirit!
Memory Work: "Little Drummer Boy" Test on Tues. Nov. 29
Students will memorize the lyrics to this song, which we will be performing with the Primary Choir later in December. (We're also practicing it at school). The following link is to an accappella version of the song on YouTube, with the lyrics included: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfK8l0QnUXg&feature=related
Reading Words (for review at home): they ever into come home
Spelling Words (practice for Friday's Spelling Test): Word Family "-uck": suck luck puck tuck duck. Word Wall Words: an each use there which
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Grade 1b - Mrs. Boom
Please note that November's book reports are now due. New book reports are in your child's homework folders for the month of December.
We have finished working with the short vowel "I". I have sent home the package of work dealing with short "I". Please use these sheets for continued practice and review at home.
Memory Work: The Little Drummer Boy—Here is a Youtube link to let your child practice at home. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfK8l0QnUXg&feature=related
Spelling Words: hug bug tug mug snug an each use there which. Please note that we will be writing a sentence at the end of our spelling test using some of the words that we practiced. This will be for 5 more points, including starting with a capital and ending with a period.
Monday: Open House for people you know who may be interested in our School. 7:30-8:30
Tuesday: Membership Meeting 7:30
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Grade 2a - Mrs. Schuurman & Mrs. Panza
By the time this update will reach you, the Grade 2 class will have had the most stupendous, incredibly delicious multi-cultural meal ever! Thank you so much for contributing to this fabulous event! We might have to make this a regular Friday afternoon lunch (just kidding!).
Thank you to Brett for all the neat things he brought in as the Special Person of the Week. For the upcoming week, November 28th, we have is Simon. Looking forward to what Simon will share with us!
In French class, we have been learning our numbers from 1-20. Students should memorize their numbers for next week Wednesday. This will be an oral "quiz". Students do not have to spell the words, but they do have to know each number from 1-20 in French.
Monday: Grade 2 was given a cultural diversity project that is due on Monday. Please help your child to complete their first project of the year.
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Grade 3a - Ms. Gils
Thank you to parents for helping your child with their Candy Convention creation. We had a fantastic time!!! The students are in the middle of an animal unit in socials. Be sure to ask them about MERBS. Finally, please ensure that your child has a juice box or water bottle in their lunch each day. Feel free to send in a water bottle for them to keep on their desks.
Here's next week:
Wednesday: Math Test on Addition and Subtraction (students may take their text books home to prepare, in addition to classroom review)
Thursday: Spelling Test - Lesson 12
Friday: Memory Work - Christmas Medley (sing with class)
Have a wonderful weekend!
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Grade 3b/4b - Mrs. Ekron
We learned that a gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. The story of David and Abigail is a perfect example of this.
Monday: Spelling lesson 13, Memory verse - 2 Corinthians 8:7b, "Excel in the grace of giving."
Tuesday: Are you ready to do an AR test today?
Wednesday: Recorder! Please remember to bring your recorder and book. Practice songs #15-19
Thursday: Library books to be returned
Friday: Bible test: Unit 2, Memory Verse test, Spelling test, Island of the Blue Dolphin questions and answers due.
Have a wonderful weekend!
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Grade 4a - Mrs. Oussoren & Mr. Fledderus
We had another great week in fantastic four! This week we began a new novel study entitled "Owls in the Family" by Farley Mowat. Owls are definitely amazing birds created by God! In Socials we have been talking about how rocks and minerals are a gift from God. We have been discussing how we need to be good stewards in the ways we use them. Grade four is definitely passionate about taking care God's creation.
This week we had the privilege of having Mrs. Heeringa visit our classroom on Wednesday and Friday. Welcome back Mrs. Heeringa! Mrs. Oussoren's last day is Wednesday, November 30 and Mrs. Heeringa's first day back is Friday, December 2.
Student report cards: from term one will be sent home Friday. We look forward to meeting all parents/guardians for an interview to discuss your child's progress on Dec. 8
Recorder: For our recorder class this week we learned another new note, "D". Please practice that note by learning # 20, #21 and #22. Please also review #17 and #19 (for #19 both parts of the harmony). Thank you!
Next week:
Tuesday: Spelling lesson 11 workbook due
Thursday: Spelling lesson 11 test.
Thursday: Memory verse: 2 Corinthians 8:7b, "Excel in the art of giving."
Book Reports: Looking ahead, Term 2 book reports are due Friday, February 3. Happy reading!
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Grade 5a - Ms. Semplonius
We have had a great week in grade five. Be sure to study 6 times tables, grade fives. Have a great weekend!
Monday: Recorder practice sheets will be due on Monday, November 28. Many recorder students have achieved white belt status. Keep practicing, grade 5s!
Monday: 6 x Table Test
Wednesday: Disaster News Desk Facts and Figures Finder (p.46) and Force Investigator (p.47) are due.
Friday: Spelling Lesson 12
Friday: 6 x Table Test
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Grade 5b/6b - Ms. Pasma
Creative Writing: Write Traits Organization unit is due! The four rough copies need to be handed in, along with the one piece taken all the way through the writing cycle to a best copy. This will be due on Thursday, December 1.
Band: Theory sheet #9 will be due Thursday, December 1. Practice sheets have been handed out. 200 minutes of practice (minimum!) will be due on Monday, November 28.
Recorder: Recorder practice sheets will be due on Monday, November 28. Many recorder students have achieved white belt status. Keep practicing, grade 5s!
Science: Unit test on Motion Force and Work Wednesday. Unit notes in a duo tang are also due Wednesday.
Math: Our addition & subtraction unit concluded this week. Our next unit, multiplication and division, begins Monday.
S.S.: 1) American culture project due Tuesday, December 20. All students need to be prepared to present; 2) We will have a test on identifying all of the provinces and territories in Canada on Wednesday, Nov.30.
P.E.: The weather has permitted us to continue with our football unit.
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Grade 6a - Mr. Cruickshank
Four weeks until Christmas!
Math: Our addition & subtraction unit concluded this week. Our next unit, multiplication and division, begins Monday.
S.S.: 1) American culture project due Tuesday, December 20. All students need to be prepared to present; 2) We will have a test on identifying all of the provinces and territories in Canada on Wednesday, Nov.30.
P.E.: The weather has permitted us to continue with our football unit.
Bible: Our next memory work is Galatians 3:29 on Tues. Nov. 29.
Creative Writing: Write Traits Organization unit is due! The four rough copies need to be handed in, along with the one piece taken all the way through the writing cycle to a best copy. This will be due on Thursday, December 1.
Band: Theory sheet #9 will be due Thursday, December 1. Practice sheets have been handed out. 200 minutes of practice (minimum!) will be due on Monday, November 28.
Science: Unit test on Motion Force and Work Wednesday. Unit notes in a duo tang are also due Wednesday.
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Grade 7a - Mrs. Reid
We had a great week together in 7A! Some of the highlights were our mean, median, and mode lesson with candy, our Christmas program rehearsals, and the classroom party! It is also great to see the students working diligently and enthusiastically on their geography project! Our upcoming week is a bit test heavy, so make sure your son/daughter starts preparing over the weekend.
Parent-Teacher Interviews: Report cards are coming home today! If you would like to schedule a parent-teacher interview with me, please sign up in the foyer!
Current Events: Bronwen is responsible for current events and devotions for Tuesday. Matthew V. is responsible for current events and devotions for Thursday.
Math: On Wednesday, November 30, students will be tested on Unit Three: Data Management. Please study both the textbook work and handouts given in class.
Geography: On Friday, December 2, students will be tested on the second part of the coniferous forest unit: logging and mining. A study sheet has been provided. Be sure to study!
Logging Project: Students have been assigned a group project on logging. For this project, they must put together a business proposal on how to use 25 acres of forest land in Northern Ontario. This project will be due on Friday, December 9. Be sure to ask your son/daughter how this project is coming along!
Christmas Program: Be sure to be practicing your part and memorizing the song at home! Science: Our next atmosphere quiz on measurement is planned for Wed. Nov. 30.
French: We will have a French test on Thursday December 1. The test will cover the written play exercises cahier 2a through to cahier 6a. Students should complete the extra pages in their booklets for practice.
Band: New practice sheets have been handed out. 200 minutes of practice (minimum!) will be due on Monday, November 28.
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Grade 7b/8b - Mr. Bibby
With report cards coming home on Friday, this week seemed to fly by! This is a good chance for the family to sit down and analyze what went well this term, and areas of opportunity for term two. Next week, we'll be talking about the students goals, and action plan for success, for term two. Have a blessed weekend, Mr. B.
Science: Our next atmosphere quiz on measurement is planned for Wed. Nov. 30.
French: We will have a French test on Friday December 2. The test will cover the written play exercises cahier 2a through to cahier 6a. Students should complete the extra pages in their booklets for practice.
Math: We are starting our new unit on data management.
Literature: We have started a new novel study unit on the book The Bronze Bow. Students will be reading at a set pace and completing weekly journal entries about the content and their reflections. They will then share these reflections (called "What I Think" logs, or "WIT" logs, for short) each week with a small group.
Spelling: Our test on lesson #23 will be on Friday.
Geography: On Friday, December 2, students will be tested on the second part of the coniferous forest unit: logging and mining. A study sheet has been provided. Be sure to study!
Logging Project: Students have been assigned a group project on logging. For this project, they must put together a business proposal on how to use 25 acres of forest land in Northern Ontario. This project will be due on Friday, December 9. Be sure to ask your son/daughter how this project is coming along!
Band: New practice sheets have been handed out. 200 minutes of practice (minimum!) will be due on Monday, November 28.
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Grade 8a - Mr. Shelley
I pray that all 8A students have a restful, enjoyable long weekend. We had a good week in which two important events were our math test and the volleyball tournament. This week – learning reports!
Math: We are starting our new unit on data management.
French: We will have a French test on Thursday December 1. The test will cover the written play exercises cahier 2a through to cahier 6a. Students should complete the extra pages in their booklets for practice.
Geography: On Friday, December 2, students will be tested on the second part of the coniferous forest unit: logging and mining. A study sheet has been provided. Be sure to study!
Science: Our next atmosphere quiz on measurement is planned for Wed. Nov. 30
Band: New practice sheets have been handed out. 200 minutes of practice (minimum!) will be due on Monday, November 28.
Literature: We have started a new novel study unit on the book The Bronze Bow. Students will be reading at a set pace and completing weekly journal entries about the content and their reflections. They will then share these reflections (called "What I Think" logs, or "WIT" logs, for short) each week with a small group.
Spelling: Our test on lesson #23 will be on Friday.
Logging Project: Students have been assigned a group project on logging. For this project, they must put together a business proposal on how to use 25 acres of forest land in Northern Ontario. This project will be due on Friday, December 9. Be sure to ask your son/daughter how this project is coming along!
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