Just a reminder that the grade 6's will be heading to Holy Trinity High School on Wednesday, April 10th/2019 for their transition day. We will be leaving St. James at around 10am and returning at 1:15pm. Your child will be provided with pizza and juice during their visit.
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Monday, April 8, 2019
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
March Update
Hope this post finds you well! I hope everybody had a wonderful, and fun March break.
We have had a busy month, full of excitement, and lots of learning.
Grade 6:
In language, we have just finished up our narratives They are looking amazing as I begin to read through the final version and mark them. We are now working on comparing and contrasting and different ways to explain. We also are continuing to read our class read aloud "Fish In A Tree".
In Math we have been working through surface area and are now exploring volume of 3D shapes. There will be a quiz next week (April 3rd).
Grade 4:
In language we continue to dive deep into A Boy Called Bat (they're so excited about it, they have asked me to buy the second book). Through this we are learning about and working on, word choice, tone, perspective, narration, character traits and learning a whole lot about skunks!
In math we are working on strategies to solve multiplication and division. If you are looking for math to work on at home, have your child display different multiplication facts or division facts using one of our four strategies (arrays, repeated addition/subtraction, equal groups and/or skip counting/number line). They are getting so comfortable with these strategies. There will be a "check-in" on Friday March 29th.
Upcoming Reminders:
Our school's Lenten project this year is in support of Planting Seeds International. Ask your child to explain more about it to you. Each Friday, we are having a different theme day to help raise money. Friday March 29: Lumberjack day (plaid)
Friday April 5th: "ER" day (teachER, farmER, anything that ends in "ER").
Our school's STEAM night is on Thursday, April 5th/2019. Please join us for an evening of fun! Our class (along with Mme. Roy's class) will have the classroom divider open and we will be building castles, solving for surface area (grade 6) and also experimenting with circuits to make them light up! Hope to see you there.
As always, if there is anything, please don't hesitate to contact me!
- Mrs. O'Connor
karley.oconnor@ocsb.ca
We have had a busy month, full of excitement, and lots of learning.
Grade 6:
In language, we have just finished up our narratives They are looking amazing as I begin to read through the final version and mark them. We are now working on comparing and contrasting and different ways to explain. We also are continuing to read our class read aloud "Fish In A Tree".
In Math we have been working through surface area and are now exploring volume of 3D shapes. There will be a quiz next week (April 3rd).
Grade 4:
In language we continue to dive deep into A Boy Called Bat (they're so excited about it, they have asked me to buy the second book). Through this we are learning about and working on, word choice, tone, perspective, narration, character traits and learning a whole lot about skunks!
In math we are working on strategies to solve multiplication and division. If you are looking for math to work on at home, have your child display different multiplication facts or division facts using one of our four strategies (arrays, repeated addition/subtraction, equal groups and/or skip counting/number line). They are getting so comfortable with these strategies. There will be a "check-in" on Friday March 29th.
Upcoming Reminders:
Our school's Lenten project this year is in support of Planting Seeds International. Ask your child to explain more about it to you. Each Friday, we are having a different theme day to help raise money. Friday March 29: Lumberjack day (plaid)
Friday April 5th: "ER" day (teachER, farmER, anything that ends in "ER").
Our school's STEAM night is on Thursday, April 5th/2019. Please join us for an evening of fun! Our class (along with Mme. Roy's class) will have the classroom divider open and we will be building castles, solving for surface area (grade 6) and also experimenting with circuits to make them light up! Hope to see you there.
As always, if there is anything, please don't hesitate to contact me!
- Mrs. O'Connor
karley.oconnor@ocsb.ca
Monday, February 25, 2019
February Update
Hope this post finds you well!
The last couple weeks have been busy and exciting.
Grade 4's have been working on finding importance within texts, and we continue to read A Boy Called Bat together as a class. In math, we have been exploring money amounts, and using different strategies to solve addition and subtraction problems (number lines, hundreds charts, etc.). I challenge you to pick a dollar amount, and ask your child to "make change". We're getting quite good at this!
Grade 6's have been continuing to work hard on their narrative stories. We are all getting close to finishing and starting on the editing and revising stage. I'm really looking forward to reading them in full. In math, we are continuing to work on measurement, specifically, working on area and perimeter. Our focus right now if working on word problems and showing our thinking.
Upcoming Important Dates:
March 6th: Ash Wednesday
March 7th: Grade 6 Graduation Pictures
March 9th-17th- March Break (enjoy your time!)
-Mrs. O'Connor
The last couple weeks have been busy and exciting.
Grade 4's have been working on finding importance within texts, and we continue to read A Boy Called Bat together as a class. In math, we have been exploring money amounts, and using different strategies to solve addition and subtraction problems (number lines, hundreds charts, etc.). I challenge you to pick a dollar amount, and ask your child to "make change". We're getting quite good at this!
Grade 6's have been continuing to work hard on their narrative stories. We are all getting close to finishing and starting on the editing and revising stage. I'm really looking forward to reading them in full. In math, we are continuing to work on measurement, specifically, working on area and perimeter. Our focus right now if working on word problems and showing our thinking.
Upcoming Important Dates:
March 6th: Ash Wednesday
March 7th: Grade 6 Graduation Pictures
March 9th-17th- March Break (enjoy your time!)
-Mrs. O'Connor
Tuesday, January 29, 2019
End of January Update
Hi Everyone,
It's been a very busy couple of weeks - especially with some inclement weather last week. We are still playing catch up! Hope everyone is staying warm and safe as the snow continues to fall.
We have moved onto our Measurement unit in Math.
Grade 6's have been working on measuring lengths, finding perimeter of complex shapes, and converting different units (mm, cm, m & km). There will be a small quiz on Friday on these topics.
Grade 4's have been working on measuring lengths, choosing an appropriate measuring unit, and solving perimeter of basic shapes. They will also have a small quiz on Friday on these topics.
In language, we are starting our own narrative writing pieces. I'm really looking forward to seeing their stories come to life as we continue to plan and write them.
Upcoming Important Dates:
Friday, February 1st/2019- Animal Spirit Day (a kindergarten initiative)... bring $2 and dress up like an animal, bring in a stuffy or a photo of your pet to raise funds for the Humane Society
Thursday, February 14th/2019- Term 1 Report Cards come home
Friday, February 15th/2019 - PD day, no school for students
Monday, February 18th/2019- Family day, school is closed
-Mrs. O'Connor
It's been a very busy couple of weeks - especially with some inclement weather last week. We are still playing catch up! Hope everyone is staying warm and safe as the snow continues to fall.
We have moved onto our Measurement unit in Math.
Grade 6's have been working on measuring lengths, finding perimeter of complex shapes, and converting different units (mm, cm, m & km). There will be a small quiz on Friday on these topics.
Grade 4's have been working on measuring lengths, choosing an appropriate measuring unit, and solving perimeter of basic shapes. They will also have a small quiz on Friday on these topics.
In language, we are starting our own narrative writing pieces. I'm really looking forward to seeing their stories come to life as we continue to plan and write them.
Upcoming Important Dates:
Friday, February 1st/2019- Animal Spirit Day (a kindergarten initiative)... bring $2 and dress up like an animal, bring in a stuffy or a photo of your pet to raise funds for the Humane Society
Thursday, February 14th/2019- Term 1 Report Cards come home
Friday, February 15th/2019 - PD day, no school for students
Monday, February 18th/2019- Family day, school is closed
-Mrs. O'Connor
Grade 6 Sledding Day (which happened to fall on a VERY snowy day!)
Grade 4's measuring their steps around the room
Grade 6's making a variety of shapes with the same perimeter
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
January 16th/ 2019 Update
Hello Everyone!
Hope you all have had a great start to January. It's hard to believe that we're already half way through.
We have been busy getting to know each other over the last week. All the students have given me a very warm welcome and it has been great getting to know them all!
The St. James Community Faith Initiative is encouraging students and their families to attend a Saturday Mass at Holy Redeemer Church at 5:00pm. Watch this video for more information... "See You Saturday". See You Saturday
A few upcoming important dates:
As always, if you need anything, please don't hesitate to contact me through your child's agenda (I check them daily) or by email at karley.oconnor@ocsb.ca
-Mrs. O'Connor
Hope you all have had a great start to January. It's hard to believe that we're already half way through.
We have been busy getting to know each other over the last week. All the students have given me a very warm welcome and it has been great getting to know them all!
The St. James Community Faith Initiative is encouraging students and their families to attend a Saturday Mass at Holy Redeemer Church at 5:00pm. Watch this video for more information... "See You Saturday". See You Saturday
A few upcoming important dates:
- January 24th at 7:00 pm: Holy Trinity Catholic High School invites all the parents of grade 6 students to an Information Night and Open House
- January 25th: PD Day - No School for Students
- February 8th: Winter Play Day (Grades 1-6)
- February 14th: Term 1 Report Cards Go Home
- February 15th: PD Day - No School for Students
As always, if you need anything, please don't hesitate to contact me through your child's agenda (I check them daily) or by email at karley.oconnor@ocsb.ca
-Mrs. O'Connor
Friday, January 4, 2019
Welcome!
Happy New Year! I'm hoping that you had a wonderful winter break and are ready for all that 2019 has to bring.
I would like to start by introducing myself. I am Mrs. O'Connor and will be your child's teacher for the remainder of the school year. I am so excited to be joining the St. James family. I am looking forward to getting to know you and your child over the remainder of the school year. If you would like to get a hold of me, please don't hesitate to contact me through your child's agenda or contact the school.
On this class blog, you will find updates (typically weekly or bi-weekly) about our class. It will range from week to week but it is made with the purpose of keeping you informed on what we are up to in the classroom. It will also include any school reminders, copies of important communication notes, reminders about upcoming quiz's or projects as well as links to helpful resources.
Grade 6 parents... There will be a Holy Trinity Parent Info Night on Thursday, January 24th at 7 pm. Please note this meeting is not for students, it is for parents only.
Looking forward to a great start to the new year!
-Mrs. O'Connor
I would like to start by introducing myself. I am Mrs. O'Connor and will be your child's teacher for the remainder of the school year. I am so excited to be joining the St. James family. I am looking forward to getting to know you and your child over the remainder of the school year. If you would like to get a hold of me, please don't hesitate to contact me through your child's agenda or contact the school.
On this class blog, you will find updates (typically weekly or bi-weekly) about our class. It will range from week to week but it is made with the purpose of keeping you informed on what we are up to in the classroom. It will also include any school reminders, copies of important communication notes, reminders about upcoming quiz's or projects as well as links to helpful resources.
Grade 6 parents... There will be a Holy Trinity Parent Info Night on Thursday, January 24th at 7 pm. Please note this meeting is not for students, it is for parents only.
Looking forward to a great start to the new year!
-Mrs. O'Connor
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