Day: 30 May 2013

C.A.R.E. Kit Lessons

On Monday, we will begin our C.A.R.E. Kit lessons.  Grade 2 parents will remember this programme from last year.  The purpose of this programme is to teach the students how to keep themselves safe in situations that could lead to them being abused – whether it be emotionally, physically, and/or sexually.  Students learn the appropriate (scientific) terminology of body parts and how to assertively defend and protect themselves.

After each lesson an information card comes home to parents to share what we have discussed that day.  These cards are intended to open the conversation between child and parent(s).

If you have any questions, or wish to look at the kit, please feel free to come by the class and discuss this with me.

Library Books

Today we had our last library book exchange.  Mrs. Levington has requested that all library books be returned by next Thursday – June 6th.  She will be doing a full inventory of our library books over the next few weeks.  Any books lost or not returned after next week will be invoiced and these will then be sent home for payment.

Thanks for ensuring that your child’s books are back at class by next Thursday.

Earthquake Drill

As you know, we had a full-on Earthquake Drill including an early dismissal yesterday.  I just wanted to say that, despite the horrible weather, the students all took this drill very seriously and were very well-behaved.

Congratulations to the whole class!

Caterpillar Larvae Arrive

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Our caterpillar larvae arrived on Wednesday, May 22nd.  The students have been avidly watching their growth this past week.  We have noticed a rapid change in their size.  The caterpillars should soon attach themselves to their cup lids and form their chrysalises.  When they have done this we will remove the lids and attach these lids into our butterfly container.

I will keep you updated on their progress.

McGill Library Reading Buddies

McGill Library is offering a programme this summer for students going into grades 2, 3, and 4.  Here is the information from Kathryn Lee, McGill Librarian:

Your child will be paired up for one-on-one reading with an enthusiastic Burnaby teen!  All teens have been screened, interviewed, and have passed an RCMP check.

The programme runs: Thursdays, July 11 to August 15 from 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm at the Burnaby Public Library – McGill Branch, 4595 Albert Street

If you are interested please pick up an application at any BPL branch, or print it out at:  www.bpl.bc.ca/kids/kids-events-and-programs/reading-buddies

Drop off applications by Friday, June 21

Names will be drawn by lottery if necessary

This program is open to children who live in Burnaby or attend a Burnaby school

For more information, call 604.299.8955