Gingerbread Men and Women
I hope you enjoyed hearing the classic story of the Gingerbread Man. There are several versions of this story, but the one you heard is the original. Do you think there is something to be learned from this tale? Does it remind you of another story? I certainly think the little gingerbread was quite clever …
Snow People
Here are the unique and cheery snow people that you created! Each of them shows your artistic flair, collaboration and teamwork. Thank you for making these wonderful decorations for the winter concert. Now, I wonder what sort of adventures your snow people might have? What do you think these characters do in the middle of …
Speed Stacking Challenge
That sure was a great event this morning being a part of the 2016 Stack Up Guinness World Records Day! Many of you are getting better and faster at sport stacking – good for you! It really does take a lot of practice, effort and perseverance to improve. Let’s keep it up for a few …
Northwest Wildlife Preservation Society Presentation
I can see that you enjoyed Darren’s presentation on BC’s wildlife and how it adapts and survives in the environment. You had so many good questions too! What did you like best about the presentation? What stood out? Do you still have some information or questions to share?
We are All Potatoes
I enjoyed our discussion on diversity today, and I hope you have had a chance to share your thoughts with your parents. I have always felt so fortunate to be able to live and work in a school, community and city that celebrates diversity. No matter what gender, race or culture we are, or the …
Mojo Mindset Videos
I hope you have enjoyed watching the Mojo videos about mindsets. Here is a graphic to help you define what a growth mindset is and how it compares to a fixed mindset. Which one do you think you have? Can you have both? Give some examples that support what you think. What do you think …
End of the Year
Well, here we are at the end of the school year! Time sure does fly by, doesn’t it? It has been a wonderful year working with you and watching you grow, mature and learn together. You should be proud of the way you supported each other with respect, kindness and thoughtfulness. Many new friendships have …
Science World Inventing Machines
I hope you had a wonderful time on our field trip to Science World. Here are some pictures of your ‘tinkering’ at the Inventing Machines workshop. It’s amazing what you can do together, problem solving and challenging yourself to light the light bulb and put the vacuum cleaner head back together. I saw many growth …