Did You Know…? In 2007, robotic peregrine falcons were introduced to rooftops in Liverpool in an attempt to rid the city of pigeons.
Today the students had their monthly virtue assembly. This month’s virtue is purposefulness. The Grade 1 classes did a wonderful job hosting the assembly; sharing a poem with us as well as singing a song. We also had a special presentation for FNMI Week about the Inuit culture and traditions. Finally, the Summer Games and Mystiko (which means wood in Cree) stopped by to talk to us about the Summer Games, where to get tickets, and the events that will be taking place in Fort McMurray this summer. The opening ceremonies are on August 7th, and they are expecting 14 000 visitors to our city for the games. Check out the video below for more information:
The first leg of the Spirit Torch run has already taken place in Fort McKay. You can also see a visit of it below and stay tuned for when the Spirit Torch makes it’s way to our city!
We read two more FNMI stories today. The first story we read was “The Rough Face Girl” by Rafe Martin. This is what is referred to as a Cinderella story, as it follows this story archetype. However, it is part of a much longer Algonquin legend. We also read “Frog Girl” by Paul Owen Lewis. I’ve included video links to both books below, just in case students wanted to share them with their families. We didn’t watch the videos in class today, we read the books during our Read-Aloud block.
We have been using an App in class on our IPads that a lot of the students really enjoy. It is called “MyScript Calculator – Handwriting Calculator.” I have to say, I love what you can do with it. It is great for changing fractions into decimals or to help find equivalent fractions. I know some students were interested in using it on tablets at home. Check out the demo. video below:
Don’t forget that next week is Mega Boyz! We are missing some of the permission forms for this event. Students will be unable to travel to this event without a permission form, there will be no exceptions, so please make sure they are returned. The girls had so much fun at Girl Power, I know know none of the boys would want to miss out. Apparently this is the video blog, but check out the Shaw Media video of Girl Power below to get a sneak peak at some of the activities that will be available at Mega Boyz.
Agenda:
Read 20 minutes
Math:
- Math Help – Cancelled today (May 20th)
- Mathletics Meeting – TBD
Social:
- Great Migration Letter/Journal Rough Copies (Friday)
Health:
- Pg. 77 (Monday)
Google Classroom Form – ASAP
Grade 5/6 Floor Hockey – Monday (3:00-4:00 pm)
Yearbook Orders – May 29th ( ybpay.lifetouch.com and enter Yearbook ID code: 10359315)
Mega Boyz – May 27th (Permission Forms ASAP)
Always Changing Unit – May 27th, girls (Permission Forms ASAP)
* More information on this unit can be found at: http://www.phecanada.ca/programs/always-changing/vibrant-faces/always-changing
Grade 6 Healthy Canteen – tomorrow (various prices)
