Today we shared some class generated topics for our public speaking activity. You can

1. Overcoming a fear or phobia.
2. A personal triumph, such as winning a competition or achieving a goal.
3. A moment of self-discovery or realization.
4. A meaningful conversation with a loved one.
5. A transformative experience, such as traveling to a new place.
6. A moment of kindness shown by a stranger.
7. A moment of empathy or understanding for someone different.
8. A moment of forgiveness or reconciliation with someone.
9. A random act of kindness or generosity.
10. A moment of humility or understanding one’s own limitations.
11. A moment of gratitude for the people or things in one’s life.
12. A moment of inner peace or mindfulness.
13. A moment of creativity or inspiration.
14. A moment of overcoming adversity or challenge.
15. A moment of bonding with friends or family.
16. A moment of teamwork or collaboration.
17. A moment of learning or personal growth.
18. A moment of generosity or selflessness.
19. A moment of compassion or understanding for others.
20. A moment of inner strength or resilience.
21. Breaking a record
22. A happy memory
23. Taking part in a team sport or tournament
24. Working with classmates on a project or activity
25. A time I volunteered or did fundraising
26. A Vacation with your family
27. A moment of generosity

Today we are pleased to take part in a workshop to identify different invasive species that have taken root in our school forest area. We will gain a better understanding of the damage done by these plants and how we can safely take action to remove them.

It was wonderful to meet our new division 1 classroom today! This week we are working together on collaborative activities and getting to know each other to create our grade 6/7 community. I was impressed with the cooperation right from the start of the day.

Notices for today:

Grade 6: an important notice came concerning our trip coming up in April.

Grade 7: Please go over the three notices from Mr. Martin about band as soon as possible.

all: We will have our first library visit next week, please bring a couple of books from home to read for this week.

Mr. Larsen

Please check with information sent from the school.

This year students will bring home Portfolios and a Student Led Conference package in the week of April 25th. We will go over and practice the process at school before packages are brought home. This is a time to celebrate the efforts made this year and to set some goals for the final weeks of the school year.

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In keeping with Burnaby District tradition, our Grade 6s and 7s will write and present speeches this term.  We will be presenting these speeches beginning Feb 28!  You can help your child prepare by talking about ideas with them, assisting with proofreading, and having them practice at home. Please time the final version of the speech to ensure that it meets the requirements listed below.

TOPIC: Pursuit of Happiness

Possible guiding questions:

• Describe what happiness means to you.
• What is something you have experienced, read about, or viewed, that has made you happy, content or joyful? Has bringing joy to someone else in your life increased your happiness? Describe. 

• Why is happiness important in life? How has this experience enriched your life or made it better? Why is it important to experience joy?
•  How might this joyful experience impact your future or the future of others close to you?

Timeline:

• Feb. 7-11: Completing outline and writing draft
• Feb. 14-18: Conferencing, revising and working on good copy
• Feb. 22: Good copy due. Practice in class and at home.
• Feb 28- Mar. 4: Speech presentations in class
• Week of Mar. 7: Speech finals for school (4 finalists)

• Grade 7: 3-5 minutes in duration
• Grade 6: 2-4 minutes in duration

• Please see criteria sheet attached for details on expectations for content, style/form, delivery (voice) and delivery (body)
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Please see attached info:

Burnaby North Sec Gr 7 Parents’ Information

It’s a New Year, and I look forward to welcoming all Division 1 students back to the classroom soon! Please continue to read e-Mails and notices sent from the school and district for up to date information. Stay safe and warm.