Week of June 9 - 13
Monday, June 9 - Poetry folder due
All poems must be completed and students must include a drawing for each poem. Students should have completed each of the following poems:
• Un enfant m'a dit (in French)
• Un poème diamente (in French)
• Un poème acrostiche (in French)
• Un haiku (in French)
• Granny is (in English)
• La fourmi (in French)
• Limerick (in English)
• Un enfant m'a dit (in French)
• Un poème diamente (in French)
• Un poème acrostiche (in French)
• Un haiku (in French)
• Granny is (in English)
• La fourmi (in French)
• Limerick (in English)
Tuesday, June 10 - Immigration Interview
Students have been asked to interview someone they know that had/has immigrated to Canada. As a class we came up with possible interview questions. Below are photos of the possible interview questions that students may ask. Students will be sharing their interview answers with the rest of the class.
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Thursday, June 12 - Math test
Students will be tested on the following concepts:
• equivalent fractions
• name and record fractions for the parts of a whole or a set
• Comparing and ordering fractions
• creating sets of equivalent fractions and compare fractions with like and unlike denominators.
• equivalent fractions
• name and record fractions for the parts of a whole or a set
• Comparing and ordering fractions
• creating sets of equivalent fractions and compare fractions with like and unlike denominators.
Friday, June 13 - Science Project is due
Please check the Science Term 3 section of this website for more information.
Week of June 2 - 6
A reminder that Bike week forms need to be signed and brought back to class.
This week, we are collecting donations for Food for Tomorrow.
Wednesday, June 4
Students are expected to have finished their first draft of their "Savais-tu que" for their Science Project.
Friday, June 6
For Friday, students are expected to have conducted an experiment at home related to their science project and fill out "La démarche Scientifique".
Week of May 26-30
A reminder that Bike week forms need to be signed and brought back to class.
This week students start researching for their Science Project. Please check the Science Term 3 section of this website for more details.
This week students start researching for their Science Project. Please check the Science Term 3 section of this website for more details.
Tuesday, May 27 - Bring a Cultural Artifact
We are starting our unit on Immigration for Social Studies. Students have been asked to bring a cultural artifact that represents their culture. They will present their artifacts in small groups and respond to the following questions:
1) Pourquoi est-ce que cet objet est important pour toi et ta famille? (Why is this artifact important to you and your family?)
2) Comment est-ce que cet objet représente ta culture? (How does this artifact represent your culture?)
1) Pourquoi est-ce que cet objet est important pour toi et ta famille? (Why is this artifact important to you and your family?)
2) Comment est-ce que cet objet représente ta culture? (How does this artifact represent your culture?)
Week of May 19-23
Monday, May 19 - No school
Tuesday, May 20 - No dictée this week
Wednesday, May 21 - Our last Literature Circle
Students need to read their last assigned pages and complete their last role sheet. For the past 6 weeks, students have met every Wednesday and presented their role sheets to their groups. It will be important for students complete their whole package if not yet completed for this Wednesday.
Thursday, May 22 - Mont-Royal FIELD EVENTS (1:00 pm to 3:00 pm)
On Thursday from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, students participating in FIELD events including: High jump, Long jump, Triple jump and Shot put will be at Mont-Royal.
Science Projects
We are studying the Human Body this term for science. Next week students will begin a science project on one of the 8 systems we have been studying in class. Please check the Science Term 3 section of this website for more details.
Week of May 12-16
Tuesday, May 12 - Field trip to Playland
Wednesday, May 13 - Handsworth Track and Field (8:00 -12:00)
Our first track and field meet is at Handsworth on Wednesday, May 14 from 8:00 to 12:00. This meet is for all track events including sprints, distance (400m and 800m) and relays. Students participating need to be dropped off at Handsworth for 8 am. Students must make sure to sign in with a teacher and return their jersey before they sign out. Students can return with a parent to school or wait until 12:00 and walk back with a teacher.
Friday, May 16 - Funday at Cleveland
Our class will be participating in stations in the morning, walking to Eldon park during the mid part of the day and attending our Fun Day assembly in the afternoon. This year's theme is Fairy Tales!
Week of May 5-9
Tuesday, May 6 - "Artist for kids" is coming to our classroom
On Tuesday, May 2, Artist for Kids is coming to our classroom in the morning. This 2 hour hands on workshops will offer students unique opportunities to explore a variety of materials and techniques. Students will be encouraged to express themselves visually and the lesson will be designed to stimulate each student¹s imagination and creativity.
The title of the workshop is: Homage to David Thompson - reworking historical maps in contemporary art
Students will engage in art and map making. The lesson is linked to the social studies curriculum, students will no only add to what they have learned about maps of Canada and British Columbiaso far, but how maps can be used to expand their knowledge in exploring personal imagery in art. Also, the important historical link is made to early BC explorer, David Thompson, and how maps were originally created.
The title of the workshop is: Homage to David Thompson - reworking historical maps in contemporary art
Students will engage in art and map making. The lesson is linked to the social studies curriculum, students will no only add to what they have learned about maps of Canada and British Columbiaso far, but how maps can be used to expand their knowledge in exploring personal imagery in art. Also, the important historical link is made to early BC explorer, David Thompson, and how maps were originally created.
Thursday, May 8 - Track and Field Mini Meet at Handsworth - 3:30 to 5:30 pm
Students will meet in the gym at 2:30 with their jerseys. They will leave school at 2:45 and walk to Handsworth. The mini-meet is for students participating in relays and 1500m. It is important that students return their jersey and sign-out with one of the teachers before they leave Handsworth.
Playland and Young Actors Program Forms
Please return Playland and Young Actors forms and money asap.
Friday, May 9 - Band and Strings registration deadline
Dear Parents and Guardians of Grades 4, 5 and 6 students,
The Band and Strings program has extended the early bird registration deadline for band next year to FRIDAY MAY 9th. We would like to have as many forms in by Friday as possible to plan our band schedules, locations and staffing for the 2014-15 school year. All students in grades 4, 5 and 6 are welcome to join the band next year (Band is for students in grades 5-7 in the 2014-15 school year).
The Band and Strings program has extended the early bird registration deadline for band next year to FRIDAY MAY 9th. We would like to have as many forms in by Friday as possible to plan our band schedules, locations and staffing for the 2014-15 school year. All students in grades 4, 5 and 6 are welcome to join the band next year (Band is for students in grades 5-7 in the 2014-15 school year).
Friday, May 9, 2014 - Math project - Building a zoo
Please check out the Homework and Assignment section of this website for more info.
Math Pre-test answer sheet
I have reviewed the math pre-test in class. You can find the answer sheet in the homework and assignment section of this website.
KM Club every Tuesday and Thursday at 8:15 am
KM Club is Tuesday and Thursday at 8:15 am. Please meet at the lower field and bring running shoes!
Track and Field starts
We are starting Track and Field this week between recess and lunch every Monday, Wednesday and Friday - weather permitting. Please make sure your child has running shoes.
Thursday, April 24 - Free the trees - 9:40 to 10:20 am
Our class is going to be involved in our school’s “Free the Trees” invasive plant and forest education program this week on Thursday, April 24 from 9:40 to 10:20.
Parent volunteers are welcome. If you are interested please contact freethetrees@clevelandpac.com directly. A reminder to make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the outdoors (aka dirt and wet!).
Parent volunteers are welcome. If you are interested please contact freethetrees@clevelandpac.com directly. A reminder to make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the outdoors (aka dirt and wet!).
Thursday, April 24 - Math Test
There will be a Math test on measurements on Thursday, April 24. Students have already received the pre-test and I have posted it in the "Homework and Assignments" section of my website. Please click on the link below.
Wednesday, April 23 - Our second Literature Circles
Each student has received a French book and yellow package. Students need to read their assigned pages and complete their second role sheet for this Wednesday, April 23. For the next 6 weeks, students will be meeting every Wednesday and presenting their role sheets to their groups. It will be important for students to read their assigned pages and complete each role sheet before meeting with their group every Wednesday. For more information about our literature circles click on the link below. There you will find a letter I sent home explaining literature circles, the student package and other resources.
Wednesday, April 23 - Young Actors Program
This week we are starting our Young Actors program on Wednesday, April 23. It is important that students bring in their permission forms and payment ($11.00) this week.
Edible garden project
Some students took some some egg cartons in plastic containers home today. Each carton contains earth and seeds. It will be important that students keep them warm, exposed to sunlight and moist. I would like it if students could bring them back on Tuesday, April 22 - so that we can make some observations.
Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21 - NO SCHOOL
Please remember that this weekend is a long weekend. Students will be reminded to take home their Math and French binders to study for their math test and complete next week's literature circle assignment.
Thursday, April 17 - Literature Circles begins
Each student has received a French book and yellow package. Students need to read their assigned pages and complete their first role sheet for this Thursday, April 17. For the next 6 weeks, students will be meeting every Wednesday and presenting their role sheets to their groups. It will be important for students to read their assigned pages and complete each role sheet before meeting with their group every Wednesday. For more information about our literature circles click on the link below. There you will find a letter I sent home explaining literature circles, the student package and other resources.
Spring Photos and Poetry
Students need to take a photo outside that represents spring time and send it to my emai: jkwiatkowski@sd44.ca. We will be using the photo for our Poetry unit.
Math Videos
This week we did a review on metric unit conversion and I started teaching about calculating the perimeter of different objects.
I have created a couple of videos inspired by some examples I gave in class. These math videos can be found in the "mathématiques" section of this website. It is advised that students watch these videos and practice. These videos were designed to help students remember key terms and equations as well as give parents an overview about what we are studying in class.
I have created a couple of videos inspired by some examples I gave in class. These math videos can be found in the "mathématiques" section of this website. It is advised that students watch these videos and practice. These videos were designed to help students remember key terms and equations as well as give parents an overview about what we are studying in class.
Field Trip to the Museum of Anthropology at UBC
We have been focusing on various Aboriginal cultures in BC and Canada as well as describing Aboriginal peoples' relationship with the land and natural resources. A visit to the museum of anthropology will help deepen students understanding of aboriginal culture and history.
On Wednesday, April 16 our classroom will be going to the Museum of anthropology at UBC and attending the Potlatch program.
Please hand in consent forms and 20$ by April 14.
On Wednesday, April 16 our classroom will be going to the Museum of anthropology at UBC and attending the Potlatch program.
Please hand in consent forms and 20$ by April 14.
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Welcome Back from Spring Break!
I hope everyone had a fun and restful break.
Don't forget that this week in P.E. we are starting a yoga program. There are still several students who need to return their consent form with the cost of the program. I have extra consent forms for students that need them.
Please remember that there is a dictée this Tuesday and a spelling test on Thursday.
Please return signed report card envelopes as they will be reused for our last term reports in June.
Don't forget that this week in P.E. we are starting a yoga program. There are still several students who need to return their consent form with the cost of the program. I have extra consent forms for students that need them.
Please remember that there is a dictée this Tuesday and a spelling test on Thursday.
Please return signed report card envelopes as they will be reused for our last term reports in June.
Flash Mob Poetry at Capilano Library - Friday, March 14
We would like to welcome any parents interested in watching or joining our flash mob poetry at Capilano library on Friday, March 14. Students will be reciting the poem: The canoe he called Loo Tass by Amanda Reid-Stevens. We will be leaving our classroom at 1:05 and heading down to the lower field. Our class will be paired up with their grade 2 buddy class. We will be walking to Capilano libray with 6 other classes. Any parents interested in helping out please join us in our classroom at 1:00 pm or meet us at Capilano Library at around 1:15 pm.
March 3 to 7 - Mme K will be at outdoor school
Dear Division F04 parents,
From March 3 to March 7, I will be assisting Mme Power at outdoor school with the grade 6s. My classroom will be divided up with other grade 5 students in the school. Mme McHugh, Mme Cork and Mme Gill have prepared an exciting group project that students will work on through out the week and that will touch upon Language Arts, French, Math, and Social Studies.
There won't be a spelling test or dictée this week. However, students need to complete their Math and Science packages for March 10. A reminder that there will be a science test on March 11. The science pre-quiz is in the Science package and I will be correcting it on Monday.
Since I will be away for the week and in the wilderness, I might not be able to receive or send off any emails. Sorry for this inconvenience.
Please check my website for any other details.
http://madamekwiatkowski.weebly.com/
Thank you,
Mme K.
From March 3 to March 7, I will be assisting Mme Power at outdoor school with the grade 6s. My classroom will be divided up with other grade 5 students in the school. Mme McHugh, Mme Cork and Mme Gill have prepared an exciting group project that students will work on through out the week and that will touch upon Language Arts, French, Math, and Social Studies.
There won't be a spelling test or dictée this week. However, students need to complete their Math and Science packages for March 10. A reminder that there will be a science test on March 11. The science pre-quiz is in the Science package and I will be correcting it on Monday.
Since I will be away for the week and in the wilderness, I might not be able to receive or send off any emails. Sorry for this inconvenience.
Please check my website for any other details.
http://madamekwiatkowski.weebly.com/
Thank you,
Mme K.
Science Test on "Light and Colour"- Tuesday, March 11
In the "Science Term 2" section of this website, you will find pictures with notes that I have posted about "Light and Colour" to help students with their package and pre-test.
Please refer to the "Homework and assignments" section of this website to get more information about the science package and science test on March 11.
French Film Festival - Thursday, February 27 - (9:00 to 12:00)
Early dismissal - Wednesday, February 28
Bridge to Terabithia Assignment due - Monday, February 24
Please click on the link below for more details.
Valentine's Day - Friday, February 14
On Friday there is an assembly on the virtue of LOVE. Our class is presenting photographs they have taken that symbolize love.
In the afternoon, our class can exchange valentines. Please remember that if students wish to give out valentines, they need to give them out to all of their classmates. Also, students can bring some treats to share with the whole class.
In the afternoon, our class can exchange valentines. Please remember that if students wish to give out valentines, they need to give them out to all of their classmates. Also, students can bring some treats to share with the whole class.
Our Olympic platter!
Thank you to all parents that helped with the organization of our Olympic platter! Well done!
4 Day Weekend for students
Students will have a 4 day weekend due to our district Pro-D day this Friday, February 7 and Family Day on Monday, February 10.
Congratulations Division F04!
Our class helped host the Determination Assembly last Friday and did an wonderful job with their determination video project. Below are two links to view our projects online:
Ugly Sweater Day - Thursday, February 6
Cleveland will be turning down its thermostats to help reduce green house gas emissions and save money. We will have an ugly sweater contest within our classroom. Students are welcome to wear a warm or ugly sweater.
PJ for a cure - World Cancer Day - Tuesday, February 4
Students bring 2$ and wear pajamas to help fundraise money for cancer research.
Determination Assembly - Friday, January 31
Our class will be participating in the Determination Assembly. For the last 2 weeks, students have been researching a famous person and building a powerpoint presentation. The purpose of the project was to show how famous people have shown determination despite the obstacles they might have faced in their lives. Students need to practice their presentations at home.
Below is a link to the powerpoint presentation:
Below is a link to the powerpoint presentation:
Bring an empty roll of toilet paper - Wednesday, January 29
Students need to bring an empty roll of toilet before Wednesday, January 29. Rolls need to be pre-painted or coloured in red. We will be using these rolls to make dragons for the Chinese New Year with our buddy class.
Recorders - 7.82$ ASAP
Mr. Brun (music teacher) is collecting money for recorders. Students need to bring in 7.82$.
Thursday, January 23 - Hand back field trip forms (Film Festival)
On Thursday, February 27 our classroom as well as other French immersion classrooms will be attending the French Film Festival. This trip will provide students with the opportunity to view a French film appropriate to their age and French level. Students need to hand back their field trip forms and 10$ by Thursday, January 23.
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Friday, January 10 - Research assignment on a famous person
Students have been assigned a famous person. They need to list important facts about them and include the challenges they faced and their successes.
Friday, January 10 - Rocks and Rings Program
Our class will be participating in the Rocks and Rings curling program this Friday at 9:00 am in the large gym. Students must return signed consent forms along with $1 in order to participate in the workshop.
Happy New Year and Thank You!
Happy New Year to all parents and students. I hope everyone had a great holiday. Thank you for your wonderful Christmas gift, beautiful card and all your support and help. I am looking forward to a new year filled with wondrous possibilities.
PJ Day, Secret Santa and Arts and Crafts - Friday, December 20
Friday is Pajama day and Secret Santa! Also, students need to bring a small ziplock bag with candies and other goodies in order to decorate their ginger bread houses. I will need some parent volunteers to help out between recess and lunch (10:45 am and 12:00 pm) with the ginger bread houses and other arts and crafts. Please email me if you are available. jkwiatkowski@sd44.ca
Social Studies quiz on Wednesday, December 17
Students will be tested on the seven physical regions of Canada. Below is a link to the "homework and assignment" section of my website where you will find the pre-quiz.
Math test - Friday, December 20
Students received a pre-test at the beginning of the week and will be working on it IN CLASS (not for homework). The test is on Measurements. It will include questions on telling time, exploring elapsed time, counting money and making change. However, students need to finish for homework their math packages from last week. Math packages are due on Thursday, December 19. I will be giving students time in class to finish their math work.
Secret Santa Gift exchange - Friday, December 20
We are having a secret Santa gift exchange on Friday, December 20. Students can be bring in their wrapped gifts through out the week in a plastic bag. Below is a letter that was sent home with more information on the exchange.
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Field Trip - Seussical Theatre Presentation - Wednesday, December 11
Don't forget that this Wednesday we are meeting at 9:00 a.m. at the Lonsdale Quay in front of McDonalds and heading to Granville Island.
"Lights! Camera! Christmas!" - Cleveland's Christmas Play - Tuesday, December 17th
Students will need to bring their accessories to school for Friday, December 14th in a separate bag. Please label the costume, accessories and the bag. This will stay at school until the final performance on Wednesday, December 18th.
Boys - wear white shirts like heros in silent movies
Girls - wear long dresses like damsels in silent movies
Important dates to remember:
• Monday, December 16th - Dress rehearsal
• Tuesday, December 17th - 1:30 p.m. afternoon concert and 6:30 p.m. evening concert (all students in classroom by 6 p.m.)
• Wednesday, December 18th - 9:00 a.m. school performance
Boys - wear white shirts like heros in silent movies
Girls - wear long dresses like damsels in silent movies
Important dates to remember:
• Monday, December 16th - Dress rehearsal
• Tuesday, December 17th - 1:30 p.m. afternoon concert and 6:30 p.m. evening concert (all students in classroom by 6 p.m.)
• Wednesday, December 18th - 9:00 a.m. school performance
Reader's Theatre - Winn Dixie Play - Friday, December 13
On Friday, December 13, students will be presenting their Winn Dixie plays in front of the class. Each student has a specific role. Students are encourage to practice their part and to dress up as their character. You will find a copy of the play in the Homework and assignment section of this website:
Winn Dixie Party - Friday, December 13, 2013
Our class has been reading Kate DiCamillo’s novel Because of Winn-Dixie and the students have worked hard on several projects related to the book. Some of the projects included a scrapbook of the characters in the book, a diorama of their favorite scene of the story, a Who Am I game, maps of the setting etc.
The last few chapters in Because of Winn-Dixie are a party at Gloria Dump’s home. We will be mirroring her party in our classroom on Friday, December 13.
We will be decorating the classroom, presenting our Winn-Dixie plays of Chapter 9 and 24, and playing some of the games the students have created.
I was hoping that some parents could provide a potluck style lunch for the students.
If you are able to prepare or bring something for the classroom, please email me and bring it first thing in the morning.
Here are some suggestions:
• egg, chicken, or chicken sandwiches (cut into triangles; crusts removed, frilly toothpicks in each)
• Punch (orange juice, grapefruit juice, and seltzer or club soda)
• a jar of pickles
• candies
Please feel free to bring or prepare any other type of food item.
The last few chapters in Because of Winn-Dixie are a party at Gloria Dump’s home. We will be mirroring her party in our classroom on Friday, December 13.
We will be decorating the classroom, presenting our Winn-Dixie plays of Chapter 9 and 24, and playing some of the games the students have created.
I was hoping that some parents could provide a potluck style lunch for the students.
If you are able to prepare or bring something for the classroom, please email me and bring it first thing in the morning.
Here are some suggestions:
• egg, chicken, or chicken sandwiches (cut into triangles; crusts removed, frilly toothpicks in each)
• Punch (orange juice, grapefruit juice, and seltzer or club soda)
• a jar of pickles
• candies
Please feel free to bring or prepare any other type of food item.
Grade 7 Christmas Craft Fair - December 4th - 2 to 4:30 pm
This year's fair will be held Wednesday afternoon December 4th from 2 to 4:30 pm in the large gym. The grade 7 elves have been working hard in their workshop to create a wonderful assortment of Crafts and goodies which will make a perfect gift for that special someone! There will be plenty of seasonal tunes and good cheer for everyone so mark your calendars, practice your caroling and plan on stopping by to sample the goodies and stuff your stockings!
Field Trip - Seussical Theatre Presentation - Wednesday, December 11
Our class will be attending the musical performance of Dr. Seuss' stories. The last day to hand in forms and pay is on Friday, December 6.
Destination: Granville Island
Meeting Place: 9:00 am meet at Lonsdale Quay (in front of McDonald's)
Trip Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Return time: 2:00 pm approximatrly (students will be dismissed at 3:00pm)
Cost: 18.00$ (students) 20.00$ (parent volunteers)
Destination: Granville Island
Meeting Place: 9:00 am meet at Lonsdale Quay (in front of McDonald's)
Trip Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Return time: 2:00 pm approximatrly (students will be dismissed at 3:00pm)
Cost: 18.00$ (students) 20.00$ (parent volunteers)
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Parent-Teacher Conferences - December 3, 4 and 5
Early dismissal days are scheduled for December 3, 4, and 5 due to our parent-teacher conferences.
Novel Study - Bridge to Terabithia
To help students with the reading of the novel I have posted the audio version of the book in the English section of my website. Students need to read chapters 5 and 6 for Thursday, November 28.
Field Trip to Britannia Mining Museum - Monday, November 25
We will be going to the Britannia Mining Museum on Monday, November 25. We are meeting at school at 8:30 am and returning at 3:00 pm. Last day to hand in field trip forms and payments is next Thursday, November 21.
Novel Study - Bridge to Terabithia
Your child this week has begun reading Katherine Paterson's "Bridge to Terabithia". Each student has received a copy of the novel, a bookmark and reflection journal in a ziplock bag. Please see the "English" and "Homework and Assignments " section of this website for my information.
Halloween Classroom Party - October 31 at 1:00pm
This Thursday, October 31 at 1:00 pm we will be having a Halloween party with games and a movie. Students are welcome to dress up for the afternoon (only) in a Halloween costume if they wish too. Students are welcome to bring halloween treats for the afternoon party. For ideas on healthy halloween treats please visit the following website: http://www.pinterest.com/produceforkids/happy-healthy-halloween/.
Home Reading Program
Students have just received their home reading passports (Mon passeport de la lecture). Students will record 20 nights of FRENCH reading. Each entry must be a minimum of 20 minutes a night. Please check the Home Reading section of this website for more details.
Field Trip Forms
This Wednesday, October 9 is the last day to bring in field trip forms and payments (14.50$).
Field Trip to BC Sports Hall of Fame and Rogers Arena
We are going to our first field trip on Friday, October 11, 2013. Students are to meet at the Lonsdale Quay (next to McDonald's) at 8:30 am.