Math/Science
We finished our discussion on how to compare fractions by looking at a subway sandwich problem; strategies on how to compare them were discussed in small groups and then shared as a class. Looking ahead: decimals, representing, reading, and adding them. In science, we continued our study of classroom chemistry by discussing how atoms behave in three states of matter (solids, liquids, and gasses). The homework that was assigned for completion by Monday is for students to take pictures of objects around the house that represent mixtures of: 1. solid + solid 2. solid + liquid 3. solid + gas 4. liquid + liquid 5. liquid + gas 6. gas + gas Humanities We have been working hard to finish up our poetry anthologies. Some students would have taken their iPads home over the weekend to finish up the last few poems. As a follow-up to our field trip to Fort Calgary we will be writing stories next week that will be based on the artifacts that they dug up in the archeology activity. Please have a discussion with your child about what they found in their dig and which of the four groups their artifacts would have more than likely belonged to and why. We have learned most of our marching and square dance routines that we will be using during our trip to Fort Steele. I expect within the next week or so to start our next novel study which will be The Little Prince. Fort Calgary trip Thank you to our parent volunteers (Ms. Miller, Mrs. Joseph, Mrs. Lewis, Mr. Miles, Mrs. Sudyk, Mrs. Munn, Mrs. Walker, and Mrs. Donnelly). We could not have done the trip without you. Fort Steele As we prepare our students for our trip with square dancing and marching at school, please take the time to acquaint yourselves with the details of the trip (see attachment), particularly if this is the first time you are sending a child to the Fort. The informed consent is now digital and you can sign it by visiting our website. Please go to the family zone link:https://fz.connectcharter.ca/myhome/default.asp. The parent book can be viewed in the forms section of this website. Health Students in 5.1 have begun our studies of human sexuality. Our first topic revolved around the general topic of puberty and personal hygiene that need special attention during their adolescent years. Looking ahead: development of physical characteristics. We encourage you to continue the conversation with your child about these topics as it is important to have open lines of communication particularly about topics on human sexuality at home.
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We have focused our studies in math this week on comparing fractions. We looked at comparing fractions with common denominators, common numerators, and uncommon numerators/denominators. There is an upcoming quiz on Thursday, Apr. 18, next week. Students have a booklet they can use to help them study. Science This week in science we started the chemistry unit with two labs. The first lab called the “Penny Lab” involved students putting drops of water on a penny. This lab taught them about surface tension, cohesion and adhesion. You can see your child’s work on Seesaw. We also made Oobleck this week, it was super fun and super messy! Oobleck introduced the concept of states of matter being solid, liquid or gas. Humanities This week, students were introduced to a poetry unit. We reviewed styles of poetry that follow rules, such as a Haiku, Diamante, and Pantoum, and also looked at artistic poems such as Concrete and Black-out. Student have enjoyed working on their personal anthologies and creating a collection of their work. We also spent a class editing a paragraph filled with mistakes, and will continue to work on editing strategies. Students also watched a video on First Nations' value in ceremony and connection to the land, and discussed the history of residential schools. Students will continue to discuss what truth and reconciliation looks like. As always, we encourage daily reading. This week was also our last week with our student teacher, Miss J, who has taught over the last three months. We hope to see her subbing back at Connect after she graduates. Student Teachers Today is our last day with our wonderful student teachers. We thank them for their hard work and the genuine warmth they have shown throughout their placement with us. We will miss them and wish them all the best in their future! |