School & Parent Society Update

Dalhousie School Updates

 

Please see the separate email sent regarding our Celebration of Learning & Book Fair on March 9 & 10 and how to book for it. 

 

We are continuing our Food Drive for Kindness Month.  All donations are gratefully accepted and can be dropped off at the donation boxes at either the front or the back door.

 

Volunteer opportunities are available for each class.  You must have a valid CBE volunteer clearance at the time you sign up and we ask that you sign up for two opportunities per class to allow for as many people as possible to participate.  If you would like to volunteer more, please check with the teacher.    More details can be found in the separate email that was sent out.

 

Our Spring Concert will be held on March 22 & 23 at 6:30pm.  You can see which classes perform when in the separate email sent out.  Srta. Primak is also looking for helping with prop creation.  You can sign up here if you can help out.

 

Dalhousie Parent Society Updates

www.dalhousieparentsociety.com – check out our website for all this info and more! 

dalhousieschoolparentsociety@gmail.com – email us if you have questions about anything!

Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages as well! Search for Dalhousie Parent Society – tell your friends and fellow parents to give us a follow!

 

***EVENT***

The Dalhousie Parent Society presents PAUL DAVIS – Online and Social Networking Safety Officer. Join us March 15^th for this information session. RSVP here

 

***FUNDRAISERS***

BREAKING NEWS OUR CURRENT PLAYGROUND WILL BE REMOVED SUMMER 2024!  - The CBE will be ripping the current playground out. If we do not come together and fundraise to build the new playground, the kids will be left with nothing.  Check out the sign up if you are interested in becoming part of the playground committee! Volunteer here! Did you know? You will be supported by the Parent Society in your volunteer role. We have a Playground Lead who will have your back through the whole process!

 

PURDY’S CHOCOLATES

Want to know the most DELICIOUS way to support us? Order Purdy’s chocolates from our fundraiser!

From now until March 3, 2023, you can order Purdy’s treats from our fundraiser by joining our campaign and browsing the tastiest selection of Easter chocolates online. Shop gifts for family, friends, neighbours AND yourself in one convenient place. After all orders are submitted, we’ll sort, distribute, and let you know when you can collect your goodies.

What you’ll need to order:

1. Our campaign number: 61732

2. Go to our fundraising website: https://fundraising.purdys.com/1384984-104699 

3. Click “Join Campaign”

4. Shop, shop, shop away!

Thank you EVERYONE for your support. Even if you can’t buy chocolates from us, it would mean the world if you could share this fundraiser link to everyone you know! 

Happy chocolating!

 

MOTHER’S DAY FLOWERS

Visit the website here to see what’s being offered! Deadline is March 30^th

 

Beary Berry Honey Order forms were sent home last week. Please fill out forms and return by March 13^th!

  

***FUN LUNCH***

Volunteers need to have police clearance to volunteer for fun lunch, please email dalhousieschoolparentsociety@gmail.com if you would like us to confirm.  WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!  March 1^st & 21^st  need a spot filled! View the sign up here. Don’t forget to send students with reusable straws if they have ordered Booster Juice! If they show a fun lunch volunteer they will be entered to win a free Subway fun lunch on March 21.

If your child will be absent and you‘ve already ordered fun lunch please email dalhousieschoolparentsociety@gmail.com before 11:00am and let us know if you’d like to:
-Pick up the order from the office after 12:30pm
-Donate it to the amazing Dalhousie staff
-Have it sent home with a sibling

Upcoming dates:

March 1 – Tim Horton’s 

March 7 – Fat Burger

March 15 – Boston Pizza

March 21 – Subway & Booster Juice

Notes from the Music Room

*********On behalf of Srta. Primak***********

I cannot believe that in approximately 3 weeks we will have our concerts! I hope that you have all checked your emails to see when your child is performing. Many students are asking me about costumes etc.  Dalhousie elementary is very fortunate to have beautiful traditional Latin American custom-made costumes.  Some of our classes will be wearing these and others will find their costumes from home.  

Kindergarten Costumes:

Girls -  We have skirts and shirts for the little girls, however, we ask that they come to school wearing white or as close to solid white t-shirts or tank top and tights (any colour).

Boys - Come to school wearing dark dress pants and a white or as close to white solid t-shirt or dress shirt.

All students can wear regular school shoes

 

Grade 1:

Sra Fuentes:  We will provide the children with the costumes.  Come to school wearing:

 

Girls - white or as close to solid white t-shirts or tank top and tights (any colour).

Boys - dark dress pants and a white or as close to white t-shirt or dress shirt.

Regular school shoes

 

Srta Houde:

We will provide the children with the costumes.  Come to school wearing:

 

Girls -  white or as close to solid white t-shirts or tank top and tights (any colour).

Boys - dark dress pants and a white or as close to white t-shirt or dress shirt.

Regular school shoes

 

Srta. Carcamo:

Please see the separate email that will be sent home.

 

Srta. Alvarado:

Please see the separate email that will be sent home.

 

Grade 2:

The children are at a beach going fishing. “Ideally” the costumes would be khaki shorts, capri pants or pants that are rolled up with a white or close to white T-shirt.  Nothing bright or neon if possible.  Please note, ideally does not mean that any money should be spent on this outfit… it’s just a guide.

 

Grade 3:

We will provide the children with the costumes.  Come to school wearing:

 

Girls - white or as close to solid white t-shirts or tank top and tights (any colour).

Boys -  dark dress pants and a white or as close to solid white t-shirt.

Regular school shoes

 

Grade 4:

We will provide the children with the costumes.  Come to school wearing:

 

Girls -  white or as close to solid white t-shirts or tank top and tights (any colour).

Boys - dark dress pants and a white or as close to solid white t-shirt.

Regular school shoes

 

Grade 5s:

Please wear your fanciest clothes!  You are the hosts of the evening!

Boys  - dress pants with a solid dress shirt or a solid (not neon) shirt.  Ties and bow ties are welcome.  Please avoid t-shirts with logos or writing on them.

Class Update - February 24

¡Hola familias!

I hope you are staying warm. 

📣 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!

🎶 Spring Concert on March 22/23.

THIS WEEK IN REVIEW / LO QUE APRENDIMOS ESTA SEMANA

• 🔢 Math: Compare and order fractions. We are looking at the relationship between fractions and decimals. 
• 💃 Spanish: Students are writing a short tale (un cuento). A lot of dragons 🐉 are awakening in the classroom. In reading, we are learning to decode diphthongs.  
• 📚 English: We are about to finish the first round of literacy circles. We read some books that show the text structure of expository writing. 
• 🧪 Science: We finished the chemistry unit. A test is scheduled for March 3.
• 🍁 Social Studies: We are critically examining the ways of life of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Next week, each students will make a video to retell some of the stories they have learned. 
• 🧶 Art: Students have almost completed the 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).  

Class Update - February 21

  ¡Hola familias!

Winter is back! I hope you are staying warm. 

📣 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!

👚 Pink Shirt Day on February 22.

🎊 100 Day Celebration / Spirit Day February 24.

🎶 Spring Concert on March 22/23.

THE WEEK AHEAD / LO QUE APRENDEREMOS ESTA SEMANA

• 🔢 Math: Compare and order fractions. 
• 💃 Spanish: We are learning how to write a short tale (un cuento). In reading, we are learning to decode diphthongs.  
• 📚 English: We are about to finish the first round of literacy circles. We are reading some books that show the text structure for expository writing. 
• 🧪 Science: We will be learning about acid 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).  

Celebration of Student Learning / March 9 & 10 Booking

Dalhousie will host an in-person Celebration of Student Learning for our Grades 1-5 on March 9 from 5pm to 8 pm & March 10 from 9am to 1pm.    This is an opportunity for our students and your child to demonstrate to their families what they are learning, what they have mastered and what they are still working in their classroom environment.  The purpose is that the student is the guide and facilitator, with their family being the authentic audience.  Having this audience provides a sense of purpose and pride for our students to show their growth and learning.  This is a intentional experience which allows students to reflect on their learning journey as well for families to celebrate.   Families will book a hour block of time where students will take them through their learning in English, Spanish, Math and Music as a base. Four families will be able to book per hour block. Families are asked to make arrangements for the care of siblings so that they can focus on their child for that time and so that there are no distractions for other families.  It is important to remember that the student is the facilitator.  While teachers will be in the classroom to help support, it is not an opportunity for a parent teacher interview.    Given that multiple families will be in the space at the same time, teachers will not be in a position to answer individual questions regarding a student and will redirect you to your child.  For our Kindergarten families only, as there was no January report card, families will instead meet with their child’s teacher to discuss student progress, achievement and learning in a pre-booked 15 minute block.   Bookings will open on February 27 at 10am and will close on March 8 at 4pm.  After that time, please book through the office.   You can book through your MyCBE account.  If you need help with this, please call 403.777.6030 or email dalhousie@cbe.ab.ca.

100 Day Celebration - February 24

The 100th Day is upon us! Dalhousie is very excited to dedicate our upcoming Spirit Day to the 100th Day of School in the 2022-2023 School Year! To share in this celebration, students are encouraged to imagine what they might look like as 100 year old’s and come to school dressed as such on Friday, February 24th. Classroom ventures throughout the day may include math-related activities focusing on the number 100, poetry, writing activities, and art representing and recreating the number 100 in variety of ways. Please encourage your child to dress up for the occasion and brain-storm other ways to think of and represent 100. We are very excited to reach this milestone and want to spread the spirit throughout our school.

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).