Wednesday 31 January 2018

Day 91

Good evening,

Calendar: Today’s calendar was led by Krish. Great job Krish!



Phonics: Today, students reviewed the “ie” sound, letter, and song. Students used different materials including markers, whiteboards, and playdough to draw and sculpt words and objects that contain the “ie” sound.





French: Please see Mlle Jessica’s blog for more information.

Journals: Today, students wrote journal entries about their favourite community helpers. Students selected a favourite community helper, and justified their response by recording a reason about why they selected that particular community helper.



Lunch/ Recess 1

Math: Today, students reviewed using number lines to add and subtract. Students are recalling how we move to the right to add numbers on a number line, and move to the left on the number line to subtract or “take-away.” Students should continue to practice strategies for addition and subtraction in preparation for the Math Test on Friday. 






Unit of Inquiry: Today, students learned about sanitation workers and the role of garbage collection. Students discussed recycling, and how they can also be involved in protecting and caring for our environment.



Lunch/ Recess 2

Gym: Please see Ms. Yustin’s blog for more information.

Pack Up

Have a wonderful evening!!

Ms. Mather-Dyer

Important Dates to Remember
Addition and Subtraction Math Test: February 2nd
Class Poem Presentation: February 5th
Re-Registration Deadline: February 12th
100th Day Celebration: February 13th
Red and White Spirit Day: February 14th
P.D. Day (No School): February 16th
Family Day (No School): February 19th
Jump Rope for Heart: February 20th

Show and Share: Friday, February 2, 2018

Please bring in an item that starts with your assigned sound.

Sianna and Zayn: “ie”
Mateo and Bryana: “ie”

HOMEWORK

Jolly Phonics: “ie” Due Monday, February 6, 2018 

Snuggle Up and Read: Due Monday, February 6, 2018 

Words of the Week: Due Monday, February 6, 2018

1.       pie                               4. spies
2.      tie                               5. fries
3.      cried                           6. flies

February Spelling Test: Friday, February 23, 2018


1. am
6. also
2. get
7. hot
3. eat
8. like
4. all
9. red
5. yes
10. from

Tuesday 30 January 2018

Day 90

Good evening,

Music: Please see Ms. Hayward’s blog for more information.

Calendar: Today’s calendar was led by Bryana. Great job Bryana!

French: Please see Mlle Jessica’s blog for more information.

Phonics: Today, students reviewed the “ie” sound, letter, and song. Students completed an activity to practice printing these letters and to identify words that contain the “ie” sound.





Lunch/ Recess 1

Math: Today, students practiced word problems and how to create a number sentence based on a picture of multiple objects. Students should continue to practice strategies for addition and subtraction in preparation for the Math Test on Friday. 





Oral Communication: Today, students rehearsed their poems for next Monday. Students are practicing using a loud, clear voice when presenting for a group.















Lunch/ Recess 2

Gym: Please see Ms. Yustin’s blog for more information.

Pack Up

Have a wonderful evening!!

Ms. Mather-Dyer

Important Dates to Remember
Casual Day: Tomorrow
Addition and Subtraction Math Test: February 2nd
Class Poem Presentation: February 5th
Re-Registration Deadline: February 12th
100th Day Celebration: February 13th
Red and White Spirit Day: February 14th
P.D. Day (No School): February 16th
Family Day (No School): February 19th
Jump Rope for Heart: February 20th

Show and Share: Friday, February 2, 2018

Please bring in an item that starts with your assigned sound.

Sianna and Zayn: “ie”
Mateo and Bryana: “ie”

HOMEWORK

Jolly Phonics: “ie” Due Monday, February 6, 2018 

Snuggle Up and Read: Due Monday, February 6, 2018 

Words of the Week: Due Monday, February 6, 2018

1.       pie                               4. spies
2.      tie                               5. fries
3.      cried                           6. flies

February Spelling Test: Friday, February 23, 2018


1. am
6. also
2. get
7. hot
3. eat
8. like
4. all
9. red
5. yes
10. from

Monday 29 January 2018

Day 89

Good evening,

Calendar: Today’s calendar was led by Zayn. Great job Zayn!



Phonics: Today, students were introduced to the “ie” sound, letter, and song. Students watched a video called “Geraldine learns the /ie/ sound.” After this, students brainstormed a list of words that contain this sound.




French: Please see Mlle Jessica’s blog for more information.

Journals: Today, students completed journal entries with the sentence starter “On the weekend…” Students are beginning to write sentences that include details about activities they do with their families. Students use both words and pictures to communicate their ideas.






Lunch/ Recess 1

Math: Today, students practiced telling addition and subtraction stories based on a picture. Students are able to write number sentences to reflect both addition and subtraction. Students should continue to practice strategies for addition and subtraction in preparation for the Math Test on Friday. 





Unit of Inquiry: Today, students watched a video called “This is Daniel Cook at the Dentist.” Students discussed the tools that dentists use to help keep our teeth healthy. Students designed their own smile and set of teeth.






Lunch/ Recess 2

Gym: Please see Ms. Yustin’s blog for more information.

Pack Up

Have a wonderful evening!!

Ms. Mather-Dyer

Important Dates to Remember
Bake Sale: Tomorrow
Casual Day: January 31st
Addition and Subtraction Math Test: February 2nd
Class Poem Presentation: February 5th
Re-Registration Deadline: February 12th
100th Day Celebration: February 13th
Red and White Spirit Day: February 14th
Jump Rope for Heart: February 20th

Show and Share: Friday, February 2, 2018

Please bring in an item that starts with your assigned sound.

Sianna and Zayn: “ie”
Mateo and Bryana: “ie”

HOMEWORK

Jolly Phonics: “ie” Due Monday, February 6, 2018 

Snuggle Up and Read: Due Monday, February 6, 2018 

Words of the Week: Due Monday, February 6, 2018

1.       pie                               4. spies
2.      tie                               5. fries
3.      cried                           6. flies