Our class was happy to take part in meaningful discussions and activities related to Pink Shirt Day. It was amazing to hear their thoughtful responses. At the end of the day, all that matters is to be kind to one another!
We had a wonderful time learning all about game design with our leader from UME Academy.
Please click on the link below to gain more insight into what their program is about.
The children have enjoyed their first day of the Circus Program. We would once again like to thank the PAC for providing us with this wonderful experience. The children were excited to learn some new skills and techniques. These techniques required a lot of focus and concentration. Way to go Division 7!
We look forward to our Wednesday session.
The children were excited to take part in their first S.T.E.M./S.T.E.A.M challenge.
What does S.T.E.M. or S.T.E.A.M. stand for? It stands for a blend of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. S.T.E.A.M. challenges get children to practice all parts of their Core Competencies. It promotes innovative thinking and teamwork.
This week the children had to work in small groups and use their Core Competency skills to create a device that launches paper confetti into the air. It was amazing to hear and see their ideas. The children were very excited to share their group`s creation. At the end of the session, the children got to share their successes and challenges throughout the challenge.
We look forward to the next challenge!
The children were really excited to read Danielle Daniel`s book, Sometimes I Feel Like A Fox. This book introduces us to the Anishinaabe traditions of totem animals. We started off the lesson by discussing our favourite animals, and what attributes or characteristics we admire about them. The children got to pick animals to represent different members of their family. They then got to make a portrait of themselves with their chosen animal. Their portraits and write-up can be seen on our classroom wall. Please make sure to ask your children what animals they choose to represent themselves and their family.
This is a great introduction to our Social Studies and Science units!
These last few weeks the children have been focusing on using their Core Competencies skills during math time.
Two activities they have enjoyed doing:
2.The answer is: The children were given an answer, and had to come up with the equation. It was amazing to see what questions they came up with. We have a lot of creative and critical thinkers!
We invite you to try these activities at home!
Division 7 students have worked very hard and thoughtfully on what peace means to them and our community. We have been immersed in activities and conversations related to Remembrance Day.
Their sense of creativity and imagination really shined through during our “Peace is…” poem activity.
The children look forward to sharing their poems with each other. We will have a poetry share out tomorrow morning. We invite families to come in and read our poems.
Here is a glimpse into our Water Works Workshop. We continued our discussion about our water system in comparison to other places around the world.
We started our investigation by watching a quick video about how water travels in and around our neighbourhood. The children had many insightful questions and wonders.
“I wonder how old our water pipes are?”
“I wonder how long it took for them to build it?”
“I wonder why they just can`t build the same water system in Uganda?”
Through out our stations the children got to practice their communication skills by collaborating and working together. They built some pretty neat water systems! They also got to use their creative and critical thinking skills as they moved their thoughts and ideas around to each station.
A special thank you to all the families that donated special materials for us to explore and investigate with!
Division 7 and 8 students were very lucky to have a wonderful presentation about the Water School Program. We were very eager and excited to learn and discuss how a Ugandan Community gets access to clean water. We thank our wonderful guest for his time and effort. This presentation made us reflect on how lucky we are to have access to fresh, clean water. We walk away feeling inspired and very thankful.
Please feel free to ask your child about the presentation. Here are some questions to consider:
We were very excited to meet our buddy class for the year. The children got to get peer help on a Science activity. They got to spend some quality time getting to know one another. We look forward to more learning opportunities with our buddies!
