Monday, 13 November 2017

le lundi 6 novembre

*Update to reflect interview dates

Good afternoon dear parents, guardians and students!

A few key items:
-Library day is on Tuesday. I suggest that students bring their books on Monday or remember them Tuesday morning. Failure to return books to the library means that they cannot borrow any for that week or until the books are returned. Unfortunately, this does affect vocabulary growth and the ability to foster the love of reading.
-Please ensure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather. We are experiencing a cold snap and the mornings are quite chilly! Mittens or gloves, a hat and a warmer coat are highly encouraged.

-November 9th - Reports go home-November 10th - Remembrance Day assembly
-November 15th - Picture forms due
-November 23rd and 24th - Interviews
- November 24th - P.D. day

Units of Study - Grade 4
Science: Habitats et Communautés
-demonstrate an understanding of habitats and communities and the relationships among the plants and animals that live in them.

French: Article
-Intercultural Awareness
-Awareness of Sociolinguistic Conventions

-Characteristics and Stylistic Elements of Text Forms


Social Studies: Civilizations Anciennes
-use the social studies inquiry process to investigate ways  of life and relationships with the environment in two or more early societies

Units of Study Grade 5
Science: Systèmes du Corps Humain
-demonstrate an understanding of the structure and function of human body systems and interactions within and between systems.

French: Recette
-Intercultural Awareness
-Awareness of Sociolinguistic Conventions




-Characteristics and Stylistic Elements of Text Forms

Social Studies: Premières Nations et les Européens dans la Nouvelle-France et le Canada
-analyse some key short- and long-term consequences of interactions among  and between First Nations and European explorers and settlers in New France prior to 1713

Units of Study Grade 6
Sciences: Biodiversité
-demonstrate an understanding of biodiversity, its contributions to the stability of natural systems, and its benefits to humans.

French: Guide touristique
-Intercultural Awareness
-Awareness of Sociolinguistic Conventions

-Characteristics and Stylistic Elements of Text Forms

Études Sociales: (Some) Communautés dans le Canada - passé et présent
-use the social studies inquiry process to investigate different perspectives on the historical and/or contemporary experiences of two or more distinct communities in Canada

The Arts
Students have started Character Creation and mini-plays. We are working hard on these. Students are also learning to collaborate better with this assignment.

We are also continuing theory.


Enjoy the beautiful weather!

Mme Souligny

Tuesday, 3 October 2017

le mardi 3 octobre

Good afternoon dear parents, guardians and students!

September was quite a busy and fun month, with students extending their learning with their various research projects. I'm happy to say that routines are being followed well.

A few key items:
-Library day is on Tuesday. I suggest that students bring their books on Monday or remember them Tuesday morning. Failure to return books to the library means that they cannot borrow any for that week or until the books are returned. Unfortunately, this does affect vocabulary growth and the ability to foster the love of reading.

- Pizza forms are due tomorrow. 

-P.D. day on Friday the 6th.

-Monday the 9th is a holiday. 

-October 11th is Intermediate Cross Country Meet

-October 12th is Junior Regionals Cross Country Meet

-October 17th is Math Night

Units of Study - Grade 4
Science: Habitats et Communautés
-analyse the effects of human activities on habitats and communities
-demonstrate an understanding of habitats and communities and the relationships among the plants and animals that live in them

French: Biographie
-Intercultural Understanding

-Intercultural Awareness

-Awareness of Sociolinguistic Conventions


Social Studies: (Some) Civilizations Anciennes
-compare key aspects of life in a few early societies

Units of Study Grade 5
Science: Systèmes du Corps Humain
-demonstrate an understanding of the structure and function of human body systems and interactions within and between systems
-analyse the impact of human activities and technological innovations on human health

French: Article d’intérêt local de la communauté francophone
-Intercultural Understanding
-Intercultural Awareness

-Awareness of Sociolinguistic Conventions

Social Studies: (Some) Premières Nations et les Européens dans la Nouvelle-France et le Canada
-use the social studies inquiry process to investigate aspects of interactions among and between First Nations and Europeans in Canada prior to 1713 from the perspectives of  the various groups involved

Units of Study Grade 6
Sciences: Biodiversité
-assess human impacts on biodiversity, and identify ways of preserving biodiversity
-demonstrate an understanding of biodiversity, its contributions to the stability of natural systems, and its benefits to humans.

French:Reportage d’intérêt provincial ou national touchant la communauté francophone
-Intercultural Understanding
-Intercultural Awareness

-Awareness of Sociolinguistic Conventions

Études Sociales: (Some) Communautés dans le Canada - passé et présent
-assess contributions to Canadian identity made by various groups and by various features  of Canadian communities  and regions

The Arts
Grade 4, 5, and 6 students will be learning about the Elements of each type of Art that I am teaching them this year. Theory is important. We will be exploring forms and cultural contexts of various types of art. An example of this is putting in place Dramatic Art Elements, such as Space, Time, Characters, etc.

Enjoy the beautiful weather and I wish you a fantastic long weekend!

Mme Souligny