Author: megan smith

Hello All,

Div 20 had a great short week. My personal favourite activity was the stone carving workshop!  This week’s gym classes we will be outside, weather permitting as the multipurpose room is being used for Jiu Jitsu. Please ensure your child has a change of clothes and dresses for the weather.

Looking at the week ahead:

Monday: Computers * we are practicing “All The Right Type”

Tuesday: Gym and Music *Runners and Water Bottles

Wednesday: Gym *Runners and Water Bottles

Popcorn Sale- Please bring a dollar if your child would like to purchase popcorn

We have a group of  students from Vancouver College joining us for a presentation regarding dental hygiene.

We also will be having a Jiu Jitsu session that day with the same organization that we worked with last year. If you have not done so please return your permission forms by Tuesday at the latest.

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange.

Friday:  Music

Ways to be involved this week:

Morning Tai Chi,  please feel free to join us. 

Important information regarding our Winter Fundraiser and Field Trip

Winter Fundraiser

After looking into and exploring a few different ideas I have decided that Div. 20 will be giving back to their community by supporting an organization called The Red Fox Society.

“Red Fox Healthy Living Society has two complementary missions: to promote healthy active living among Indigenous and inner-city children and youth, and build employment and life skills among Indigenous youth and young adults. We fulfill our missions by providing free and supportive training and recreation opportunities to children, youth and families throughout Metro Vancouver.”

https://redfoxsociety.org/  – Feel free to take a look at the website here.

I spoke with one of the organizers on the phone last week and ask what they were in most need of and they let me know it was winter socks.

We will be working with our buddy class this week to create a  winter picture. I will be sending home a fundraising Order Form for you to have the opportunity to  purchase a  variety of items like holiday cards, puzzles or magnets with your child’s art on it. Approximately  30% of the proceeds will allow me to buy socks for the organization we are supporting.

Field Trip

On Wednesday, December 19th I am planning to take Div. 20 to Grouse Mountain to go Snowshoeing and take part in a variety of outdoor activities. The children seem really excited and so am I! I am needing to confirm drivers with SNOW TIRES ASAP in order for me to confirm we are able to attend the field trip.

More information to come regarding this field trip but for the mean time please let me know if you are able to drive/volunteer!

Also children will need to have snow clothing, this includes winter boots, jacket, pants, toque and 2 pairs of gloves.

If you do not have these items not to worry but please let me know and I will begin to locate items, alternatively, if you happen to have extra you are able to lend for this field trip that also would be greatly appreciated.

As always please let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks,

Megan

Hello All,

Div 20 had a great week filled with lots of cultural activities learning about Diwali and Remembrance Day. I believe it’s important to learn about all cultures. If you have a strong passion for a specific holiday please let me know as I always welcome guests to share a story or participate in an activity.

Looking at the week ahead:

Monday: Computers (NO School Remembrance Day Long Weekend)

Tuesday: Gym and Music *Runners and Water Bottles

Wednesday: Gym *Runners and Water Bottles

We also have a special guest musician called “Jacky’s Village” who will performing African music and dances.

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange.

• Stone Carving, thank you everyone for returning your forms promptly.  The PAC is helping us cover the majority of the cost of this activity.

Friday:  Music

Ways to be involved this week:

Morning Tai Chi,  please feel free to join us. I am currently looking into a few Field Trip ideas and will be reaching out to see who would be interested in volunteering in the next few weeks. 

Coming Up:

Wednesday, November 21st- We have a group of  students from Vancouver College joining us for a presentation regarding dental hygiene.

We also will be having a Jiu Jitsu session that day with same organization that we worked with last year.

Winter giving, I have not heard if our school is supporting the Vancouver Food Bank this year. I am currently looking into ways our class can support our greater community during the holidays and as always is open for suggestions.

Thanks,

Megan

Hello All,

Hope everyone had a good weekend.

Looking at the week ahead:

Monday: Computers

Tuesday: Gym and Music *Runners and Water Bottles

***Photo retakes***

Wednesday: Gym *Runners and Water Bottles

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange.

Remembrance Day  Assembly

Friday:  No School

Ways to be involved this week:

Morning Tai Chi,  please feel free to join us.

Coming Up:

Monday, Nov 12th- No School

Thanks,

Megan

Hello All,

Thank you all for your support with our very successful Halloween assembly and the filming of the “Let’s Play” video. I am very proud of Div.20 and all the hard work and bravery it took to participate in both activities.

We will be getting back  to the basics please see below.

Looking at the week ahead:

Monday: Computers

Tuesday: Gym and Music *Runners and Water Bottles

Wednesday: Gym *Runners and Water Bottles

Halloween:  Children are welcomed and encouraged to wear their costumes. Please keep in mind costumes that include weapons like swords, guns etc. are to be left at home. It is also important to remind children that it’s always a good idea to bring a change of clothes just incase their costume is not comfortable to wear all day or outside for recess/lunch.

We will also be going to the school’s Halloween Day!

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange.

Outdoor Classroom Day:  Unfortunately the weather is predicting to be rainy.

Friday:  Music

Ways to be involved this week:

Morning Tai Chi,  please feel free to join us.

Coming Up:

Tuesday, Nov 6th:  Photo Retake Day

Thanks,

Megan

Hello All,

Hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful Fall weather.

First off, I want to thank everyone for their DIY craft contributions! The costumes are going well and I am enjoying seeing the community being built  with our buddy class.

A friendly reminder to please bring in your $1 pumpkin donation.

Looking at the week ahead:

Monday:

Pumpkin Patch *** Please send your children to school with a bag to put their pumpkin in***

I am thinking about doing a class activity with them so they may not come home on Monday.

No Computers as we will be spending the time working on our costumes!

Tuesday: Gym and Music *Runners and Water Bottles

Wednesday: Gym *Runners and Water Bottles

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange, please feel free to share feedback with me as to how this is going? Are your children bring books home? Are they choosing books that are of interest to them?

Friday:  We will be presenting on Halloween on Friday, October 26th with our buddy class and our Video with Marni from lets play.

Ways to be involved this week:

Morning Tai Chi,  please feel free to join us. You are also always welcome at our school-wide assemblies, on Friday first thing in the morning.

Coming up:

Thursday, Nov 1st:  Outdoor Classroom Day-More info to come!

Tuesday, Nov 6th:  Photo Retake Day (Photo orders will be sent home once I have received them)

Thanks,

Megan

Hello All,

As you may have seen, I have sent the children home with permission forms regarding an amazing opportunity with the Let’s Play initiative. Please let me know if you have any questions and return the forms ASAP.

We spent a bit of time this week brainstorming  DIY (do it yourself) costumes. The vision for our portion of the assembly is for the children to show the school costumes you can make with items you have around the house.

Some examples the children came up with was a Ninja, a crayon, a ghost. Please brainstorm other costumes ideas over the weekend! – There are lots of great ideas if you google ” DIY Kids Halloween Costumes”

We will be meeting next week with our buddy classes to create these costumes. I will be reaching out early next week for house hold items for the children to bring in – mostly recyclable materials like (paper towel roles, big boxes, ect)

Looking at the week ahead:

Monday: Computers

Tuesday: Gym and Music *Runners and Water Bottles

Wednesday: Gym *Runners and Water Bottles

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange, all children should have taken two books home each last week.

Friday:  Pro D Day there will be no school

Ways to be involved this week:

Morning Tai Chi,  please feel free to join us. You are also always welcome at our school-wide assemblies, on Friday first thing in the morning.

Coming up:

We will be presenting on Halloween on Friday, October 26th with our buddy class.

There is a Pro D day on October 19th, school will not be in session.

Thanks,

Megan

 

 

Hello All,

Div. 20 had another great week. We covered lots of different topics that encouraged the children to apply what they already know and to inquire about things they where not to sure about.

The goal setting conferences this past week were great, please check in with your child about how they went and review the goals they have set.

The school is selling clothing with the Renfrew School logo. If you would like to order something please pick up a form from outside the office.

I also mentioned to some of you that we will be following a the program called “The Zones of Self Regulation”.  I have scanned two pages of the book. One is what each zone means and the other is a list of regular used vocabulary. Both would be great to read and a great tool to also use at home.

Looking at the week ahead:

Monday: No School – Thanksgiving

Tuesday: Gym and Music *Runners and Water Bottles

Wednesday: Gym *Runners and Water Bottles

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange, all children should have taken two books home each last week.

*** Photo Day****

Friday: Music

Ways to be involved this week:

Morning Tai Chi,  please feel free to join us. You are also always welcome at our school-wide assemblies, on Friday first thing in the morning.

Coming up:

We will be presenting on Halloween on Friday, October 26th with our buddy class (more info to come).

There is a Pro D day on October 19th, school will not be in session.

 

 

 

Hello All,

I wanted to thank you all for your contributions to the “Healthy Snack Sale” we had on Friday. We raised $245.00 and we couldn’t have done it without everyones support.

The children enjoyed spending time with their new grade 6/7 buddies and I look forward to continuing to build school community together.

Agendas are regularly going home, please make sure to check for information, notices and please sign them daily.

School Counsellor: We have a temporary school counsellor, Ronnie Ross. We had our first lesson together this week about safe touching. It was great, please ask your children about what they have learned.

Looking at the week ahead:

Monday: Computers

Orange Shirt Day: Monday, October 1st is Orange Shirt Day, a day to recognize and remember the residential school experience. We will be doing a variety of activities this day. Please remind your children to remember to wear an Orange Shirt on Monday. 

Tuesday: Gym and Music *Runners and Water Bottles

Wednesday: Gym *Runners and Water Bottles

• Goal setting conferences dismissal at 2pm
• Scholastic Book Sale in the Library

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange, all children should have taken two books home each last week.

• Goal setting conferences dismissal at 2pm
• Scholastic Book Sale in the Library

Friday: Music

Ways to be involved this week:

Morning Tai Chi,  please feel free to join us. You are also always welcome at our school-wide assemblies, on Friday first thing in the morning.

Coming up:

Photo Day:  Thursday, October 11th

Hello All,

Lots of great info coming your way so have your calendars ready!

Div. 20 had a great week and routines and expectations are beginning to set in. There is a lot to take in and things to get used to and I am so proud of the children.

Agendas will regularly be going home, please make sure to check for information and notices and sign them!

Goal Setting Conference: I have done my best to accommodate everyone’s first choice for Goal Setting Conference times. Your time will be communicated to you by the end of the week.

Since we seem to have gone right from Summer to Winter please support your child in bring a rain jacket and a change of clothes and shoes to school so they are able to enjoy some fresh air during recess and lunch.

School Counsellor: We have a temporary school counsellor, Ronnie Ross. We will be doing some lessons together. More info to come!

Looking at the week ahead:

Monday: Computers

Buddies: This year I have decided to pair up with a buddy class. The students are in  Div. 16, a grade 6/7 Montessori class, and we will collaborate bi-weekly. My intention for this is for us to build classroom community and for the students to have an in-school role model.  The children will be meeting Div. 16 on Monday.

Bake Sale:   Our class and our buddy class has decided to host  a “healthy snack sale” to raise money for the Terry Fox  Foundation. An email will be sent out on Monday with more information regarding the sale on Friday.

Tuesday: Gym and Music *Runners and Water Bottles

Wednesday: Gym *Runners and Water Bottles

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange, all children should have taken two books home each last week.

Friday:  Terry Fox Run at 9am, please dress for the weather, we all will be walking or running. T-shirts will be on sale all week before school.

I have stickers for all the children to wear on their shirts with a place to add  someone’s name. If your child is running for someone who is battling cancer or who has passed away from cancer please let me know and I will make sure that name gets written down on their sticker.

Ways to be involved this week:

We start most mornings with Tai Chi.  Please feel free to join us. You are also always welcome at our school-wide assemblies on Friday first thing in the morning.

Friday, September 28th at 9am is the Terry Fox Run and our classes fundraiser “Healthy Bake Sale”.

Coming up:

Orange Shirt Day: Monday, October 1st is Orange Shirt Day, a day to recognize and remember the residential school experience. We will be doing a variety of activities this day.

Photo Day:  Thursday, October 11th

Parent Education Series 2018-2019

Parent Presentation Flyer Sept 2018

With thanks,

Megan

 

Hello Parents and Guardians of Div 20,

I have attached the Intro letter, a Meet the Staff Letter, as well as the Family Information sheet here for your convenience.

He have had a great first week settling back in and getting used to our new schedule.

We did lots of team building and getting to know each other activities, next week I will continue to see where your child is at with their learning and have discussions with them about what they are excited to learn about.

As we move into cold season, please do keep your child home if you feel they are getting sick to help us prevent the spread of germs.

Reminder for the upcoming week:

*** All children should have submitted their forms and fees***

*** All children should have both inside/outside shoes as well as a water bottle***

Monday: Computers

Tuesday: Gym and Music

Wednesday: Gym

Thursday:  Library Book Exchange *starting this week* please remind your children that they are responsible for their own books. If they do not return it in the same condition or they lose it, they will need to pay to have it replaced.  Also, please support your child by helping them remember to return their book so they are able to take out new ones.

Friday: Pro D Day (school is not in session)

Ways to be involved this week:

We start most mornings with Tai Chi.  Please feel free to join us. You are also always welcome at our school wide assemblies on Friday first thing in the morning.

Coming Up:

Terry Fox Run: I sent all children home with the information about Terry Fox. Please encourage your children to ask their family and family friends to make a donation. I will be collecting all donations on the day of the Run. Terry Fox     T-Shirts will also be on sale.

I have stickers for all the children to wear on their shirts with a place to add  someone’s name. If your child is running for someone who is battling cancer or who has passed away from cancer please let me know and I will make sure that name gets written down on their sticker.

Terry Fox T-shirt Sale: Starts Monday, September 17th (more info to come)

Terry Fox Run: Friday, September 28th at 9am please join us!

 

Intro Letter to Parents 2018

Div 20 Meet the Staff 2018

Parent-Child-Information-Sheet

Thanks,

Ms. Smith