May 2

Happy May.  We sure are enjoying the warm weather.  We had lots of fun playing frisbee bocce outside this afternoon.

It was great to hear about everyone's weekend.  Sounds like there was a lot of outside time.

Today during writer's workshop we learned about Haiku poems.  We reviewed syllables as this is extremely important to know when it comes to Haiku poems. Can you write a Haiku poem and post it on the blog.  Remember the syllables are 5-7-5.

At 10:30 we started our Music Monday celebration.  We met outside on the compound and sang peace songs.  At 11:00 we sang the music Monday song We are one.

We had an Annie practice this afternoon.  We are ready for our performances tomorrow.  For the evening performance please remember to drop your child at 6:15 at the teacher parking lot doors.  After the performance (whether you are staying for it or not) you will need to pick your child up at the classroom.  When you drop your child off at 6:15 they are to come straight to the classroom.

In math we are still working on equals and not equal.  Today we reviewed strategies for figuring our addition and subtraction questions.  We talked about using what we know and building on that.  For examples:  using the doubles, using doubles plus 1, using subtraction for addition (Eden's favourite), and counting on or back.

It is going to be very hot this week and our classroom is a bit warm.  Your child may want to have shorts in their backpack that they are able to change in to.

Wednesday is Wear a Hat day in support of Mental Health. Please feel free to have your child wear their favourite hat to school that day.

Have a wonderful evening.

Important Annie Information

Annie information:

• Kids who are on stage are asked to arrive at 5:45 and head to the music room for costumes etc. 
• Students in the Chorus are asked to dress nicely and head to their classrooms at 6:15 pm –
• Reminder of the date and times of the shows – Afternoon at 1:30 Evening at 6:30.
• Doors will open for seating 15 minutes prior to show ( 1:15 / 6:15)
• Students are asked to enter the school through the TEACHER doors – anticipating large line ups at the front of the building.
• Tickets are currently still available for all shows

Please let me know if you have any other questions.  

I am really hoping everyone can make it to the evening performance on May 3.  Today when I asked how many kids were coming and only 5 raised their hands.  Please let me know if you still need tickets.  If you don't have the Annie sheet you can write down your child's name and performance you want tickets for on a piece of paper.  

Have a wonderful evening.

This morning we had a Hope Wing Annie practice.  We did amazing.  Please remember to buy your tickets.  We perform in one week from today.

The kids really enjoyed talking about their weekends however it was a bit of a somber start to the day without Mr.S.  We sure do wish him luck in the future.  Here is a message that Mr. S wrote: Hello Parents/Guardians,

As most of you know I was in your child’s class for a large portion of the school year. For 6 weeks back in November-December and another 8 weeks from February-April. I wanted to send you a little message in regards to my experience. It was an honour and privilege getting to know each one of your children. They are all excited and eager. Each one of your children has so many gifts and talents that are bound to take them far. To my friends (the students), I want to thank each and everyone for the time of my life. You have taught me so much, and without you none of this would have been possible. I want to thank you all for letting me into your classroom, your excitement in the class and your positive energy. Without a doubt, I will be there to come visit since I will miss you all too much and I want to know how all of you are doing. Even the day’s I am not there, I want you all to remember that you are all important and to Bee Yourself!

Mr. S (Jan)

Today during writer's workshop we talked about Personification.  Please ask your child what this means and how we are going to apply it to our poetry writing.

In math today, we discussed ordinal numbers.  Please ask your child about the game we played.

We had a special presentation by Hanna and Moe today.  Hanna did a great job introducing us to one of the Puppy Pals name Moe.  I have included a few pictures.

At the end of the day we watched a bit of the Annie movie.  The kids are loving this.

Have a wonderful evening.

Bee Baths in the making. So Cool!

April 19

Woohoo swimming is so much fun.  The kids are doing great and I am so impressed with how well behaved they are.  They are amazing Cranston Ambassadors.  Have attached a few pictures.

Great float Sophia

Way to go Dexter and Grayson

You are awesome Kale!

Today we all celebrated baby Nova's first birthday.  Thank you to all the families who sent in snacks, drinks, plates cutlery.  It was very much appreciated.  

 Birthday Girl!

Have a great day Nova!  We have had so much fun seeing you learn and grow.

Box of Cards fundraiser was sent home yesterday.

Book orders are due tomorrow.  

No School on Friday or Monday.

Mr.S's last day is on Thursday.  We sure will miss him. 

Have a wonderful evening.  We sure are loving this warm weather. 

Baby Nova's First Birthday Celebration is Tomorrow

Tomorrow we will be celebrating Nova's first birthday (she is our Roots of Empathy Baby).  I am hoping some families may be able to help us out with some snacks that we can share with her and the rest of the class.  If you are able to bring any of the following items please post it on the comments section of this blog.
1. bananas
2. cheese
3. watermelon
4. yogurt
5. juice
6. cups
7. plates
8. apple sauce

We are asking that no treats be sent as Nova has not yet experienced cake or cupcakes and we could like her to do this for the first time with her family on her real birthday.

Thank you for your support.

April 13

We are back online today.  Yay.

We started our morning off in the most amazing way.  A group pf kindergartens came to share their 3 little pigs reader's theatre with us.  Noah's little sister was one of the readers.  So cool.


Today during Writer's Workshop we continued to work on our List Poem.

During Daily 5 we got 4 new word work activities one of which includes practicing writing contractions.

During math we started learning how to use a balance and I introduced the "not equals" sign.



At the end of the day we continued working on our bee projects.

Swimming starts on Monday.  Today was our last day of gymnastics.

Have a wonderful evening.