And Spring Break has arrived!

This morning’s pancake breakfast was delicious and a great success. A big thank you to all the parents who contributed their help.

I’m planning an art project using a 12×12-inch canvas right after the break and I’m asking that each student acquire one during the break. These can be readily found at the dollar store. Should anyone encounter difficulty acquiring a canvas or face financial constraints, please inform me, and I’ll ensure that it is taken care of.

Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow is Genius Hour, Knight Day, and 11:35 am dismissal.  School will resume on April 2nd.

I wish you all a joyful Easter and a relaxing Spring Break!

Next Week

Grades 4-6 Pancake Breakfast on Thursday: We are looking for some help making and serving pancakes on Thursday.  If you are able, please consider helping us on Thursday morning between 7:00 – 8:30.  If you are unable to arrive at 7 but can come a bit later, that would be great.  Please email me at bmoisin@highroadacademy.com if you can help.  For those kiddos enjoying pancakes, they will be served in the gym from 7:45 – 8:30 am.

Little Hoopsters & Diggers:  A flyer came home today with information about little hoopsters and diggers.  Please register your child if interested.

 

Wed, March 13th – Storybook Character Dress Up

Thurs, March 14th – Pancake Breakfast.  Students eat from 7:45 – 8:30 am

Fri, March 15th – 11:35 Dismissal & Interim Reports Go Home

 

Spring Break March 16 – April 1

April 2nd – Return to School

Friendly Reminders

Math Mayhem – Happening tonight – 6:30-8:00pm.

Classroom Photo – Taking place tomorrow (March 6th). 

March 13th is Storybook Character Dress Up Day.

Pancake breakfast is March 14th before school.

It is 11:35 am dismissal on March 15th then Spring Break begins. 

Class Update

Genius Hour is happening tomorrow! Please remind your child to come prepared with all the materials needed to dive into their chosen project. I can’t wait to see their creativity in action!

A science quiz focusing on electrical circuits is scheduled for Monday. Students have been creating study cards to bring home, covering topics such as circuits, conductors, and insulators.

MATH MEYHAM – Is on Tuesday, March 5th 6:30-8:00pm.  Our students in grades 10-12 are putting in considerable effort to ensure a fantastic experience for our K-8 children. We kindly ask that parents do not simply drop off their children; instead, we invite you to join us and partake in some enjoyable games with your kids.

CLASS PHOTO DAY – Is set for Wednesday, March 6th.

Please continue to encourage your child to engage in 20 minutes of reading and to practice memorizing their times tables.

Homework

In our science class, we’re currently delving into the fascinating realm of energy and its diverse forms. To reinforce our learning, students have been assigned a light homework task due on Monday, offering them an opportunity to apply what they’ve learned independently. Additionally, tomorrow, they will make study notes to take home, which will serve as valuable resources to aid in their preparation for the upcoming science quiz scheduled for Tuesday. These resources aim to empower students with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their scientific learning.

 

As Valentine’s Day approaches, I’d like to address a couple of matters.  Students are welcome to share valentines with their classmates.  Please ensure there are enough for everyone in the class (26 students) and all treats must be peanut-free.  Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated. Furthermore, students are encouraged to compile their own class list of names, as I won’t be distributing one. Considering their grade level, I’m confident they can manage this responsibility with ease.

Class News!

As we approach Thursday, we’re preparing to bid farewell to our three international students from Korea, who have brought so much excitement to our classroom. Their departure marks the end of a wonderful chapter, but it also opens the door to new beginnings.

On Monday, we’ll be welcoming two new students into our classroom family, and we couldn’t be more excited. However, it’s important to note that one of the incoming students has severe nut allergies. To ensure their safety, our classroom will become PEANUT-FREE starting MONDAY.

Your cooperation in creating a safe and inclusive space for all our students is greatly appreciated.

I’m thrilled to announce that Genius Hour will be starting in our classroom! Genius Hour is a time for students to explore their passions and interests through independent projects. It will take place every Friday.

Once students have chosen a topic for their Genius Hour project, they should come prepared with all the necessary supplies every Friday to work on it. This is an exciting opportunity for students to take ownership of their learning and dive deep into subjects they’re passionate about.

Thank you for your continued support as we navigate these transitions and embark on new learning adventures together.

A few dates to note:

  • Tuesday, Feb. 13 – Baking and decorating cookies
  • Wednesday, Feb. 14 – Valentine’s Colours Day & Hot Lunch fundraiser (today is the last day to order hot lunch through Munch-a-Lunch)
  • Friday, Feb. 16 – No school (Pro-D Day)
  • Monday, Feb. 19 – No school (Family Day)
  • Thursday, Feb. 22 – Pink Shirt Day

March Mission: Clean Water Project and Stuffed Animal Drive

Our High School Missions team is gearing up for a March break trip to the Philippines, where they plan to install a water filter in the village they’ll be visiting. To support this initiative, we’ve set up a bulletin board in front of the office featuring 600 cups of contaminated water. Each $10 donation will transform a dirty glass of water into a clean one. You can make $10 donations at the office or in the classrooms.

In addition, we aim to collect 150 hand-sized stuffed animals to distribute to the children during our trip. They can be either brand new or gently used. Feel free to contribute stuffed animals for donation by bringing them into the classrooms.

Thank you for joining forces with us on this meaningful endeavor!

Math Update

Today, students will take home a math booklet to get ready for the math quiz scheduled for Thursday.  Kindly ensure that they return their completed homework by Thursday. The quiz will focus on assessing their ability to count bills and coins up to $100.00, as well as making change for purchases within the same monetary range.

Field Trip Wednesday!!!

We are so excited to go on our field trip to Fly Over Canada, and the Port of Vancouver Discovery Center this Wednesday January 24th.

A few things to note:

  • We are leaving at 8:05am sharp so please be here by 7:55am. We will not wait for latecomers.
  • Students can wear casual or play clothes.
  • Please pack an easy to eat lunch with lots of snacks and a water bottle.
  • We plan to depart Vancouver by 1:30pm.  Depending on traffic conditions, we anticipate arriving back by the end of the school day.  Mrs. VanLeeuwen will update her blog if there are any delays.  You can access her blog through the MyHRA portal and by clicking on “Blogs” found the top of the page.

If you have any questions please email Mrs. VanLeeuwen at avanleeuwen@highroadacademy.com or myself at bmoisin@highroadacademy.com