Division 3 Costumes for Winter Concert – Tue, Dec. 17th

Hi Everyone,

Buckingham’s Winter Concert will be upon us in less than 2 weeks.  It will be on Tuesday, December 17th.  There will be two shows, one in the afternoon at 1:30pm and one in the evening at 6:30pm

All parents are cordially invited to attend and watch.  All students must attend the evening performance.  Students should be back at school in our classroom by 6:15pm on the night of December 17th.  I will be back in the classroom that evening from 6:00pm onwards.  

Please wear your concert costume to school on Monday, December 16th (dress rehearsal) and
Tuesday, December 17th

All students in Division 3 will be wearing:
– either a red or green top
– black bottoms
– a Santa hat 

If you do not currently own a Santa hat, a good place to buy one is the dollar store.  They sell tons there 🙂  Have fun putting together your costume!

Thanks,
Ms. Liu

Tue, Dec. 3 – Science World Field Important Info

Hello Division 3 Parents,

I know how excited Division 3 is about our field trip to Science World this coming Tuesday.  Before we head off on December 3rd, here are some key things to note. 

To start off, I want to give a big thanks to all the parents who have volunteered to chaperone or drive our students for the day.  Thank you dearly for taking time out of your busy schedule, it is much appreciated 🙂

What students need to bring on the day of the field trip?

(1) a packed lunch with a snack and water bottle (Since we have a set itinerary, please do not send money with your child to purchase lunch at Science World as they will have limited time.)

(2) a warm coat and gloves (Students will be meeting at the entrance of Science World as separate car groups arrive.  We are required to only enter when the entire class has arrived.  Even though this will only be for 5-10 mins, it is cold outside so make sure your child is dressed warm.) 

What students DO NOT need to bring on the day of the field trip?

(1) a backpack (The Science World staff has made it clear that because of limited space to hang backpacks, students are not encouraged to bring them.)

(2) valuable items such as money, cell phones, jewelry (It is not encouraged that students bring valuable items to school or on a field trip.  If you insist for your child to bring his/her cell phone so you may reach them, please note it is their responsibility to look after it.)

Info for all drivers and chaperones:

Here is the field trip car/chaperone groups and schedule of the day:

Science World Field Trip Groups and Schedule

Please read this document thoroughly if you are chaperone and/or driver so you know what to expect.  I will also give you a paper copy on the day of the field trip.  Feel free to email me if you have any specific questions. 

All drivers and chaperones are encouraged to come to the classroom at 9:00am on Tuesday, December 3rd.  I will take attendance, go over our behavioral expectations, go over the shape of the day, and introduce each of you to our students before we head out. 

If you are parking your vehicle for the day at Science World and staying to chaperone, please keep your parking receipt and give it to me for reimbursement.  Select the option to park for the whole day of $16.50. 

If you are just dropping off students and you are one of the first vehicles to arrive at Science World, please make sure there is another adult chaperone waiting with the students at the entrance before you leave.  It is important that we do not leave our students unsupervised. 

Looking forward to this field trip!

Thanks everyone,
Ms. Liu 🙂 

A Message From Ms. Parmar

Dear Division 3,

It was so nice to see you all yesterday and finally introduce you to my daughter Ameera! She had a great time playing inside and outside the classroom with you :).

Thank you to all of you who have handed in your Language Arts Pax essays. If you are eager to turn your essay in to me in the next few days, please email me with a Word document at my email- Geetu.parmar@burnabyschools.ca You may need to ask your parents to help you with this at home. The remaining essays, I will pick up next Wednesday, December 4th. This will be my final visit before the baby arrives. 

In terms of your Social Studies Term Project, Ms. Anderson will be booking some blocks in the library for you to research your topics on the laptops. Just like with Pax, you will begin with a web with your Canadian event in the centre of the web. Then add important information including the big questions- Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How. 

When you feel like you have learned everything you need to know to write your own paragraphs about the event, you can begin composing your sentences. You need 4-6 sentences in each paragraph. To structure your essay together, begin with an introductory paragraph, then add your body of information in the middle, and finally a concluding paragraph to wrap up your writing.

Grade 5 students- 3-5 paragraphs minimum 

Grade 6 students- 5-6 paragraphs minimum 

Please refer to the Term Project sheet that was handed out in class for more information. These essays are due next Wednesday, Decemeber 4th.

Your oral presentations of this project will begin on Monday, December 2nd and possibly earlier for students who complete their assignments ahead of time.

Ms. Anderson will be assessing your presentations on:

content, voice projection, posture, maintaining eye contact, enunciation etc. Please ensure that you take time to practice!

Thank you so much for all of your hard work this term. I look forward to seeing you next week!

<3 Ms. Parmar

 

Hello Division 3!

Dear Students and Parents of Division 3,

As you know, I have started my maternity leave earlier than expected. I miss you all and hope to visit a few more time over the course of the next few weeks. I will be in the school this coming Tuesday, November 26th to collect your Pax short essays. I will also arrange a time to collect your Social Studies research projects the following week (Wednesday, December 4th). Please remember that you will all be presenting your research orally to the class, prior to my visit, and will be assessed on your oral skills such as: voice projection, maintaining eye contact, enunciation and speech delivery as well as on the content of your topic. I will review this in more detail when I see you 🙂

For our final Art Project, we will integrate our Language Arts theme of Pax and begin needle felting as soon as the supplies arrive at the school. I will come in to get you started on that as well. It will be lots of fun and you will get to create something that will allow you to hold on to and cherish special little Pax by! The date for that visit will be determined soon. 

I hope you enjoy the rest of this beautiful weekend with your families- See you in a few days!

<3 Ms. Parmar

Science World Field Trip – Tuesday, December 3, 2019

Hi Division 3 Parents,

Today I sent home a permission form in regards to our upcoming class field trip to Science World on Tuesday, December 3, 2019.  In the event the notice is misplaced, here is the information you would need to know. 

The purpose of this field trip is to supplement our science unit on electricity and renewable energy. 

The cost of this field trip is $20 per student.  Please pay this fee online at https://burnaby.schoolcashonline.com/ 
anytime between Wed, Nov. 20th – Mon, Nov. 25th.  Students are to return their permission slip to me on Tuesday, November 26th

Upon confirming with Science World, personal memberships are unfortunately not accepted for school field trips.  No student will be denied an educational opportunity due to lack of funds.  If payment for this field trip is an issue, please approach me in confidence and we will find a solution.  Any students who choose not to attend will be given an alternative assignment and spend the day in another classroom.  

Seeking parent drivers and chaperones

If we are able to get at least 6 parent drivers, we may be able to travel to Science World by car.  If not, our class will be travelling to Science World by public transit.  In that case, our class will still need a minimum of 2 parent chaperones for the day. 

If you are able to drive and/or chaperone for this field trip, please check the appropriate sections on the permission slip.  Your help and time is greatly appreciated.  Buckingham will be happy to pay for your admission fees and parking costs at Science World if you are able to stay and chaperone for the day.

Many thanks,

Ms. Liu 🙂 

Science Future Energy Project – Innovative Technology Powered By Renewable Resources

Hi Division 3, 

As promised here are all the details of the science project that I have spoken about in class this week. 

Here is the step-by-step Future Energy Project Outline that each one of you have been given a paper copy of.  So if you misplace yours, please download it here. 

Below are the answers to all your frequently asked questions (FAQs):

Important Dates:

Due Date:  Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Presentation Date:  Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Gallery Tour:  Tuesday, December 10, 2019

On Tuesday, November 26th, you must bring to class:
(1) Your finished model of your invention 
(2) Your finished poster of your invention
(3) Your confidence and presentation voice

What if I can’t come up with an idea?

Remember, all great science ideas requires time and patience to research and experiment.  I’ve spoken with most of you on Tuesday and I’ve heard tons of amazing ideas.  If you are still hitting a road block, think of products you or other people around you use on an everyday basis.  Think about how these objects are currently being powered.  Could we possibly power this objects with a renewable source of energy that is good for the environment?  It is realistic to do?  Does it still make the object convenient to use?  Are there any disadvantages or drawbacks to using a renewable source of energy to power it instead? 

Think, think, think, research, think again!

When will you work on this project?

At school, you will be given class time to work on this:
(1) in our science blocks on Tuesday morning for the next 2 weeks
(2) flex block from 2:00pm-3:00pm on Tuesday afternoon for the next 2 weeks
(3) flex block from 2:30pm-2:50pm on Monday and Thursday afternoon for the next 2 weeks

You are also expected to work on this project at home over the next 2 weeks in addition to the given class time. 

Remember:  it might be difficult to bring your model back and forth if your model is fragile, so it might be best to work on the model at home.  

What can you make your model out of?

This really depends on what your invention is, but here are some possible materials to help you brainstorm:
(1) cardboard
(2) styrofoam 
(3) popsicle sticks
(4) lego
(5) plastic containers
(6) pop can containers
(7) play-doh 
(8) straws
(9) pipe-cleaners
(10) pompoms 
(11) aluminum foil 
(12) bottle caps or corks
(13) peltier tiles

Use your imagination and the resources around you!  It wouldn’t hurt to take a look at the dollar store.  This is not meant to be an expensive project, please do not break the bank buying supplies. 

Remember:  it is a BONUS if you can get your model to actually work/function/light-up with the renewable energy source you have selected.  This is NOT required.  A simple model of your product with a clear indication of its parts and which renewable resource it uses to power it will be more than acceptable. 

How should your poster look like to have that “wow” factor?

  • Colourful
  • Catchy title of your invention
  • Big clear subheadings 
  • Has pictures of your invention, your renewable energy source, and how it works
  • Text is typed and big enough to read (minimum size 14 font)
  • Contains information that answers all the 5 questions required for this project (questions are in the outline)
  • A good balance between text and pictures (remember you want an audience to be drawn to it)

This is where you get to show off your artistic and creative skills.  Here are two great Science Poster Examples.

Where can you get your poster board?

If you would like to use regular poster board, I can give you one from the art room at school.  That type of poster won’t stand on its own.  If you would like to get a firmer one like the ones shown in the examples, you can buy those at the dollar store or Staples. 

What if you won’t be here on Tue, Nov. 19 because of WE Day?

WE Day students must meet with Ms. Liu on Tue, Nov. 12 to have their one-on-one “investor’s meeting” about the project.  Because you will lose class time to work on this project on WE Day, you will have to find extra time to work on it at home. 

That is all I have for now.  Have fun tinkering and innovating!

Ms. Liu

 

Div. 3 Halloween Party – Thurs, Oct. 31, 2019

Hi Division 3, 

This is a friendly reminder for our Halloween class party tomorrow, the grade 5s are in charge of bringing snacks to share and the grade 6s are in charge of bringing board games.  The party will take place from 2:00pm – 3:00pm. 

All students who wish to dress up can bring these costumes to school and change into them after lunch just in time for the Halloween assembly which will take place at 1:15pm in the gym. 

Please do not wear your costumes to school in the morning.  Also, do not bring any scary masks and weapon props as they are not allowed at school.

Have a spooktacular and safe Halloween!!

Ms. Liu & Ms. Parmar

Free EPSON Printer Ink

Hello Division 3 Parents,

Recently my Epson ink jet printer at home broke down right after I changed the ink cartridges.  After attempting to fix it, but to no luck, I decided to buy a new printer.  This time I bought a HP printer so I can’t use my old Epson ink cartridges anymore.  Before I recycled my broken Epson printer, I removed my full ink cartridges, hoping to give it to someone who has a compatible Epson printer rather than waste it.  If you own any one of the following Epson printers at home (see list below), feel free to email me.  I have 1 black, 1 yellow, 1 magenta, and 2 cyan EPSON 127 high yield ink cartridges to give away. 

Cheers,
Ms. Liu

Ink compatible with the following Epson printers:

Announcements of Upcoming Events

Dear Division 3 Parents,

We have several exciting events coming up at Buckingham in the next few weeks that we would like you to be informed of:

(1) WE SCARE HUNGER DONATION – Starting Now to Thu, Oct. 31, 2019
The goal of the We Scare Hunger campaign at Buckingham this year is to collect 800 cans of non-perishable food that our school can donate to the local Food Bank. This is a great opportunity for students to learn about giving back to the community and helping those in need. We encourage each student in Division 3 to bring in at least 2 cans of non-perishable food by Oct. 31, 2019. Our class goal is to contribute 60 cans. 

(2) BUCKINGHAM PUMPKIN PATCH – Tue, Oct. 29, 2019
Along with our buddy class, students will have an opportunity to select a pumpkin to take home and a cup of hot chocolate. Each student is bring $5 to participate in this event. Make sure to dress appropriately for the weather as this will take place outside rain or shine. 

(3) HALLOWEEN ASSEMBLY – Thu, Oct. 31, 2019
If students would like to dress up for Halloween, they are encouraged to wear their costumes for the afternoon on October 31st. We will be having a school Halloween assembly that will begin at 1:15pm. Parents are invited to join.

(4) WE DAY PARTICIPATION SUBMISSION – Deadline: Mon, Nov. 4, 2019
All Grade 6s who wish to attend the WE Day event on Tue, Nov. 19, 2019 at Rogers Arena must submit their written application by the first Monday of November. 

Many Thanks,

Ms. Liu & Ms. Parmar

Boost Your Power Smarts Challenge – Week 4: Tue, Oct. 22, 2019

Hello Division 3, 

Here is the Power to Conserve Slide Show from our science lesson this week.  You won’t need to this complete the 3 worksheets that I have assigned for homework due Thursday, Oct. 17. 

But if you want to get a head start on studying for our final challenge next Tuesday, then the content you must review include:

(1) What “energy efficient” means
(2) Which scenario is more “energy efficient” in the 7 examples and why
(3) What phantom or standby power means
(4) How the agriculture, farming meat and dairy, food transportation, and food waste uses energy that produces greenhouse gases (GHG)
(5) What carbon footprint means
(6) Understand that the production of some foods result in more GHG emissions than other foods
(7) Know which type of food emit the most GHG (beef, lamb)
(8) Know that 25% of the world’s GHG comes from food production
(9) Know different ways you can realistically reduce your carbon footprint 

I was very impressed by all the connections and logical thinking that I was saw happened last class, keep up the good work!!

Ms. Liu