Gr 5 - matter experiment - ice cube

The grade 5 matter experiment is due Wed Oct 9th.  We have discussed what changes of state occur when ice melts.  The students are to perform the experiment at home and add any additional observation or conclusions that they come up with.  We also saw a video on changes in state and specifically about melting and freezing.  

Have fun.  

Bitstrips

Yeah!  Our bitstrips account is up and running.  Parents/Guardians, the students are excited trying to set up their avatars and start creating fun and interesting activities.  Don't be concerned if your child wants to do their homework. :)

Below is the link for the site.  Students will receive the password to access the class list on Tuesday.

http://www.bitstripsforschools.com/?logout=1

Phew! September is coming to an end.

Phew!  We survived the craziness of September.   The start of the school year always bring about many new changes and challenges.  Thankfully we got through it all together and in one piece. 

 

Hope everyone has a little rest this weekend. 

Halton Water Festival

The grade 5 students had an amazing opportunity to visit Kelso and learn many different facts about water and water conservation.  They visited different stations that explained about conservation, sewage systems, septic systems, PH levels of different items, balancing our earth and the importance of Reducing, Re-using and Recycling.   We were fortunate to have great weather and truly enjoyed the day outside. 

Weekend Updates

• Gr 5 science test has been moved to Monday Sept 23rd.

• Both gr 5 and 6's will have a Math Unit test on Thursday Sept 26th.  Students will receive a review tips on Monday to help with studying.  

• Don't forget Picture day on Monday 23rd

• Gr 5 class trip on Wed 25th.  We should be leaving between 8:45 - 9:00 am. Please come dressed appropriately for outdoor activities.  

Oakville Green Association Presentation

Today the grades 5 and 6's both had presentations from Oakville green association.  The grade 5's talked about ZERO WASTE and the 6's RESTORING NATURE.  Both presentations were very informative and made us think about importance of Reducing, Reusing and Recycling. 




Check out the link for more information....

 http://www.oakvillegreen.com/

Religion assignment - due Sept 26th

We have been studying about the importance of being a good person and talking about special people/life givers in our world.  The students will be doing a writing assignment about either someone special (gr 5) or a life giver (gr 6) of their choice.  All writing will be done in class.  We have been learning about writing a proper paragraph and including lots of detail in our work.  The students have received an outline of the assignment and might require to do some research at home.  Feel free to ask them who they have chosen and why.  The final good copy will be typed and due Sept 26th.

Multiplication

Students are required to know their multiplication tables up to 12.  We have been multiplying by 2-digit and 3-digit numbers by using place value.  Here's an example.  Have your child explain it to you and try some at home.  We also listened to some songs to help us with our multiplication.  Here are some...sing along...  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzXcI49jdV0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3pq1ay8l-4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3huvvxUHDmM

   13  (10 + 3) 
x 21   (20 + 1)
1 x 3 = 3
1 x 10 = 10
20 x 3 = 60
20 x 10 = 200
               273

197  (100 + 90 + 7)
x 68 (60 + 8)
8 x 7 = 56
8 x 90 = 720
8 x 100 = 800
60 x 7 = 420
60 x 90 = 5400
60 x 100 = 600
             13396

Grade 6 - Fun-gi experiment - Due Oct 2nd

Mold is something that we often take for granted....bet you never thought you'd hear that.  It is a fascinating organism that has many different uses.  The students have been given a task to perform an experiment that will give them an opportunity to investigate mold.  The experiment will take about 2 weeks to observe and the students are required to record everything they see and measure.  Each student received a booklet to complete and should be handed in on October 2nd.

Due: October 2nd

Grade 5 trip - Sept. 25th

The grade 5's have a wonderful opportunity to attend the Halton Children's Water Festival on Wednesday, September 25th.  They will learn about the importance of ground and surface water and will participate in a variety of interactive activities.  Please return forms to school by September 20th.

The program runs RAIN OR SHINE! It is an all day OUTDOOR event! Have students check the weather report and dress accordingly. They advise to wear running shoes/boots (no flip flops!), dress in layers, bring hats, sunscreen, insect repellent and hand sanitizer.

Make sure to bring a nut-free lunch in a disposable bag that is clearly marked with your child's name.
Any parents with a criminal record check at the office and are available to attend, please let me know. Volunteers will be randomly chosen and notified via the agenda.