What's Happening in Grade 5/6

Math:  We have just wrapped up our unit on whole numbers (multiplication, long division, order of operations, solving real life problems).  We will begin our unit on transformational geometry on Monday.  This unit includes moving and rotating shapes.  Take a look at the learning goals posted in your child's notebook tomorrow.

Reading and Writing:  We have begun studying narrative writing and the kids are loving it.  We are going to begin our center work during guided reading this week, and writing our own spooky stories.

Science:  We are looking at the muscular, skeletal and nervous systems in grade 5 this week and biodiversity throughout the neighborhood in grade 6.

Phys-Ed:  We will begin studying volleyball skills in gym, along with working out our muscles and running the beep test.

Religion:  Much to the happiness of our parent community we are studying the fourth and fifth commandments this week:  "Honor they Father and Mother," and "Thou Shalt Not Kill."  Here we will look at the practical meaning of these commandments and how we can apply them to daily life.

Drama:  The kids are rehearsing their own Halloween Plays over the next few weeks.  We plan to present to the primary classes at the end of the month.


Thanks for sharing your kids with me...they truly are a wonderful bunch!

Some students are not writing in their agendas daily yet they are given a set time to write in them.  They often tell me they left the agenda at home, or don't know where it is.  Please communicate to your child the importance of keeping track of classwork daily.