Class Update - February 15

 ¡Hola familias!

We had another amazing experience skiing and snowboarding at COP today! Look for some class pics in Google Classroom. 

📣 DON'T FORGET - SPRING CONCERT SURVEY

With having three Grade 5 classes, some logistical issues for the concert are created.  We understand that due to prior commitments, some students may not be able to participate.  In order to have a better idea of how to organize the instruments and the singing for the concert, we ask that you confirm your child's participation.  Please indicate on which date(s) your child can participate.  Grade 5 students are welcome to participate both evenings as this is an excellent way for them to experience performing these pieces in preparation for Que Pasa. Please respond to this survey by Tuesday, February 22, 2023, so that we have enough time to prepare.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

👩🏻‍🏫 Teachers' Convention - No School on February 16-17.

👩‍👦‍👦 Family Day on February 20

👚 Pink Shirt Day on February 22.

🎶 Spring Concert on March 22/23.

THIS WEEK IN REVIEW / LO QUE APRENDIMOS ESTA SEMANA

• 🔢 Math: We are learning strategies to compare fractions. 
• 💃 Spanish: We are learning how to write a short tale (un cuento). In reading, we are learning to decode diphthongs.  
• 📚 English: We are reading a variety of chapter books in the literacy circles, mainly fictional and non-fictional texts link to our Social Studies unit about Indigenous Ways of Life. We learned how we can compare and contrast two things -an orange and an apple. This was the introductory lesson for expository writing. 
• 🧪 Science: We learned about surface tension. Next week, students will discuss  acids and bases. A test about the Chemistry Unit is scheduled for the week of February 27-March 3.
• 🍁 Social Studies: We are critically examining the ways of life of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. 
• 🧶 Art: Students are creating their artifacts using geometrical shapes inspired by the Indigenous art from the Coast Salish and the Wayúu people. They have blown my mind with their creativity! Some students have used Minecraft while others are handcrafting (painting and sewing).