Thursday, 12 December 2019
Parent Teacher Conferences December 19th and 20th!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
December parent conferences are next week and if you haven't already please book a time we can meet with you and share your child (children's) progress and what's new and coming up in our TLC classrooms.
Students are continuing their work on making, describing and recording patterns in math. Parents can have their child point out patterns at home and out and around as they travel through their community and city.
Today is sadly the last day of our Dance Residency and all the students benefited from and enjoyed Amy and her dance lessons. It was a wonderful opportunity for all of our students and staff!
We hope to see you at the dance tonight where students can show off their new dance moves and spend some time with family, friends and their teachers!
Just a reminder about our TLC blanket Draw.
December parent conferences are next week and if you haven't already please book a time we can meet with you and share your child (children's) progress and what's new and coming up in our TLC classrooms.
Students are continuing their work on making, describing and recording patterns in math. Parents can have their child point out patterns at home and out and around as they travel through their community and city.
Today is sadly the last day of our Dance Residency and all the students benefited from and enjoyed Amy and her dance lessons. It was a wonderful opportunity for all of our students and staff!
We hope to see you at the dance tonight where students can show off their new dance moves and spend some time with family, friends and their teachers!
Just a reminder about our TLC blanket Draw.
We have an exciting opportunity that Mrs. Traquair has brought to us- please read below...
McCarthy’s has gifted a TLC crested fleece throw blanket to the school. We would like to give it to one of our TLC families.
If you would like your name in the draw for the blanket please follow these steps:
-email your child’s teacher (email address on the blog)
-type in the subject line “TLC Blanket Draw”
-type your child’s name and their class room number (3 or 4) in the email message
The draw will be made on Tuesday, December 17th at 9:30 am and the lucky family will be contacted!
If you want your name in the draw you need to send the email to your child’s teacher before 9:30 am on Dec 17, 2019.
Just a reminder that attending parent teacher conferences for TLC students is mandatory. If you are leaving the city for a holiday please or need an interview outside of Thursday or Friday please contact us to schedule another time. Otherwise we would appreciate you booking within those two days whenever possible.
Coming Soon!
We'll be sharing more information about our Animals in the Community inquiry work with you and ask your students what they have learned this past week about animals and hibernation! And why rabbits turn white in the fall and winter.
Have a good day,
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Tuesday, 10 December 2019
Time Sensitive Book Fair Information
December 9, 2019
Dear Parents and Families,
Another Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school from December 16-20, 2019. We invite your entire family to participate by purchasing the latest and greatest in children’s books. Your support helps us obtain new books and resources for our library and classrooms.
You will find hundreds of quality books at our Book Fair with a wide assortment for all reading levels. Visit the Scholastic Book Fairs website at www.scholastic.ca/bookfairs to read reviews of the Featured Books. You can also watch book trailers and author videos with your child on the BookTube page.
A Book Fair flyer that provides a preview of only a FEW of the many books available to purchase at our Fair will be going home. The flyer also contains a special Family Draw ballot that students can deposit during their classroom preview visit. You could win $50.00 in books - $25.00 for your family PLUS $25.00 for your child’s classroom! The draw will be made Thursday afternoon, December 19, 2019 at 1:30 pm.
Please do NOT send money to school with your child. Purchases can only be made Thursday, December 19 from 4:00 - 7:45 pm -Friday, December 20, 2019 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Don’t forget to mark the Book Fair dates on your calendar! We thank you, in advance, for supporting this great literary event. Thank you for believing in books and the impact of reading on your child’s future.
Sincerely,
Mrs. D. Strome
Location: Thorncliffe School Library
*We accept cheques made payable to Thorncliffe School Interac is now available so debit and all credit cards are welcome too.
For Kindergarten ONLY extended hours for Book Fair:
On Thursday, December 19, 2019 – Kindergarten parents can go to the Learning Commons to purchase items from the Book Fair during the following hours:
10:00 am – 11:30 am
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
4:00 pm – 7:45 pm
Monday, 9 December 2019
Monday Kindergarten
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Only days until the break and lots to do for our kindergarten students! Dance classes resume tomorrow and run through Thursday this week. Just in time for students to show off their new dance skills at our Family Dance on Thursday between 6:00 and 7:00. Students do not have to wear their uniforms.
The letter this week is "k".
Information about the upcoming Book Fair is coming up and students are bringing home flyers to share with parents today. Names of students are put in a draw for a free book or poster.
This Friday AM students only attend.
Parents missing student cardigans can email their teacher and we will have the cardigans left behind
for pick up during parent teacher interviews. Please make sure that names are in all clothing and shoes so we can return items to students and parents asap!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Only days until the break and lots to do for our kindergarten students! Dance classes resume tomorrow and run through Thursday this week. Just in time for students to show off their new dance skills at our Family Dance on Thursday between 6:00 and 7:00. Students do not have to wear their uniforms.
The letter this week is "k".
Information about the upcoming Book Fair is coming up and students are bringing home flyers to share with parents today. Names of students are put in a draw for a free book or poster.
This Friday AM students only attend.
Parents missing student cardigans can email their teacher and we will have the cardigans left behind
for pick up during parent teacher interviews. Please make sure that names are in all clothing and shoes so we can return items to students and parents asap!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Friday, 6 December 2019
Friday Notes
Another week has gone by!
Yesterday we sent home our Green Giant Visualization task with a rubric. We will continue to work on similar tasks in the future. Our dance residency is continuing next week leading up to our Family Dance on Thursday.
We have an exciting opportunity that Mrs. Traquair has brought to us- please read below...
Yesterday we sent home our Green Giant Visualization task with a rubric. We will continue to work on similar tasks in the future. Our dance residency is continuing next week leading up to our Family Dance on Thursday.
We have an exciting opportunity that Mrs. Traquair has brought to us- please read below...
McCarthy’s has gifted a TLC crested fleece throw blanket to the school. We would like to give it to one of our TLC families.
If you would like your name in the draw for the blanket please follow these steps:
-email your child’s teacher (email address on the blog)
-type in the subject line “TLC Blanket Draw”
-type your child’s name and their class room number (3 or 4) in the email message
The draw will be made on Tuesday, December 17th at 9:30 am and the lucky family will be contacted!
If you want your name in the draw you need to send the email to your child’s teacher before 9:30 am on Dec 17, 2019.
Have a pleasant weekend!
Thursday, 5 December 2019
Wednesday Update
Our dance residency is in full swing!
After learning dances such as the bunny hop and the chicken dance, our residency is focussing on hip hop dance. Ask your son or daughter to share some of the sweet dance moves we have been shown, as well as the bear freeze and the rock freeze!
A reminder that school uniforms are expected to be worn throughout the dance residency. Please take a moment to write your son or daughter's name inside their cardigans if you have not already done so. It makes returning the proper clothing much easier.
This Friday is PM kindergarten.
After learning dances such as the bunny hop and the chicken dance, our residency is focussing on hip hop dance. Ask your son or daughter to share some of the sweet dance moves we have been shown, as well as the bear freeze and the rock freeze!
A reminder that school uniforms are expected to be worn throughout the dance residency. Please take a moment to write your son or daughter's name inside their cardigans if you have not already done so. It makes returning the proper clothing much easier.
This Friday is PM kindergarten.
Tuesday, 3 December 2019
Weekly Notes
This week we are excited to begin our dance residency!
Students will be learning about courage, well-being, and empathy through the power of dance from "Movement with a Message". We have already learned some other dances in gym, including the bunny hop and the chicken dance. A reminder that our school dance takes place on Thursday December 12th from 6 to 7pm. We hope to see you there!
This week we will be working on the letter "j". Our study of visualization continues with the use of the descriptive imagery of the book "The First Day of Winter" by Denise Fleming.
We are expanding our study of animal habitats and characteristics as well. This week we will be comparing the needs of animals with a focus on the animals in our local community.
Our next spirit day is Tuesday (December 10th) and will be "Twin Day". Students are encouraged to dress up the same as a friend at school. Students who choose not to participate will be expected to wear their school uniform.
Have a great week!
Students will be learning about courage, well-being, and empathy through the power of dance from "Movement with a Message". We have already learned some other dances in gym, including the bunny hop and the chicken dance. A reminder that our school dance takes place on Thursday December 12th from 6 to 7pm. We hope to see you there!
This week we will be working on the letter "j". Our study of visualization continues with the use of the descriptive imagery of the book "The First Day of Winter" by Denise Fleming.
We are expanding our study of animal habitats and characteristics as well. This week we will be comparing the needs of animals with a focus on the animals in our local community.
Our next spirit day is Tuesday (December 10th) and will be "Twin Day". Students are encouraged to dress up the same as a friend at school. Students who choose not to participate will be expected to wear their school uniform.
Have a great week!
Friday, 29 November 2019
Friday Update
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Students are excited for the Dance Residency starting on Dec. 3rd. In order to participate they need to have the pink permission slip signed and returned to school so please hand in any forms no later than Monday, December 2nd.
Students listened and worked on visualization skills using a page from the book The First Day of Winter. Images of student work will be posted on the blog next week.
Work on building and recording simple patterns to more complex patterns is continuing in class and is an important foundational math concept and learning. Students are identifying where patterns are in the school environment including in music and our dance unit. Our snowflake art was the perfect opportunity to explore more complex patterning!
We hope to see you at our school dance on December 12th between 6:00 and 7:00!
Have a cozy weekend,
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Students are excited for the Dance Residency starting on Dec. 3rd. In order to participate they need to have the pink permission slip signed and returned to school so please hand in any forms no later than Monday, December 2nd.
Students listened and worked on visualization skills using a page from the book The First Day of Winter. Images of student work will be posted on the blog next week.
Work on building and recording simple patterns to more complex patterns is continuing in class and is an important foundational math concept and learning. Students are identifying where patterns are in the school environment including in music and our dance unit. Our snowflake art was the perfect opportunity to explore more complex patterning!
We hope to see you at our school dance on December 12th between 6:00 and 7:00!
Have a cozy weekend,
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Wednesday, 27 November 2019
Mid Week Reminders
Dear parents and guardians,
AM students attend this Friday. Dismissal time is 1:25.
Ask for a little dance and give your child (children) a chance to show off their new dance moves! We're practicing The Bunny Hop and The Chicken Dance. Today we are moving on to Jingle Bell Rock! We can't wait until next week when we have the dance and movement classes! If you haven't already please sign and return the pink permission slips on the back of the letter that went home with all students. If you didn't get a copy please send an email or a note and we'd be happy to send one home.
Students are continuing their work on patterning in math. We're looking forward to sharing their math learning with you during our Parent Teacher interviews on Dec. 19th and 20th. And all of their learning and work to date.
Save the date! December 12th between 6:00 and 7:00 is our school dance. TLC students are excited to have this opportunity to not wear their uniforms and to show off their moves.
AM students are attending the grade 3/4 learning assembly tomorrow.
Regards,
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
AM students attend this Friday. Dismissal time is 1:25.
Ask for a little dance and give your child (children) a chance to show off their new dance moves! We're practicing The Bunny Hop and The Chicken Dance. Today we are moving on to Jingle Bell Rock! We can't wait until next week when we have the dance and movement classes! If you haven't already please sign and return the pink permission slips on the back of the letter that went home with all students. If you didn't get a copy please send an email or a note and we'd be happy to send one home.
Students are continuing their work on patterning in math. We're looking forward to sharing their math learning with you during our Parent Teacher interviews on Dec. 19th and 20th. And all of their learning and work to date.
Save the date! December 12th between 6:00 and 7:00 is our school dance. TLC students are excited to have this opportunity to not wear their uniforms and to show off their moves.
AM students are attending the grade 3/4 learning assembly tomorrow.
Regards,
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Monday, 25 November 2019
Green Giant Visualization Drawing
Here is an example of our visualization work using the "Green Giant" poem!
A Busy Week in Kindergarten!
Dear parents and guardians,
Our days ahead are packed full of exciting opportunities and tomorrow students can participate in Pajama Day. It's our monthly Spirit Day initiative. Students can wear clean and appropriate pajamas and bring their favorite stuffy. The stuffy must be small enough to fit in their backpack. Our students choosing not to participate will wear their uniform as usual.
This week's letter is "h".
Next week Movement with a Message is coming to Thorncliffe School. Look for the pink letter in backpacks for information. A family dance will occur on December 12th from 6:00 to 7:00 and students will be able to demonstrate their new skills and what we've practiced in gym classes. They can teach their family their new dance moves!
With the weather so frosty students need to arrive at school dressed for the cold. Winter coats are a must as our weather changes so quickly and is so unpredictable.
The navy blue vests and cardigans were retired and last year was a grandfathering in year where there was some leeway with the transition. Students are expected to wear green vests and cardigans going forward.
Have a great week ahead and we hope to see you December 12th!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Our days ahead are packed full of exciting opportunities and tomorrow students can participate in Pajama Day. It's our monthly Spirit Day initiative. Students can wear clean and appropriate pajamas and bring their favorite stuffy. The stuffy must be small enough to fit in their backpack. Our students choosing not to participate will wear their uniform as usual.
This week's letter is "h".
Next week Movement with a Message is coming to Thorncliffe School. Look for the pink letter in backpacks for information. A family dance will occur on December 12th from 6:00 to 7:00 and students will be able to demonstrate their new skills and what we've practiced in gym classes. They can teach their family their new dance moves!
With the weather so frosty students need to arrive at school dressed for the cold. Winter coats are a must as our weather changes so quickly and is so unpredictable.
The navy blue vests and cardigans were retired and last year was a grandfathering in year where there was some leeway with the transition. Students are expected to wear green vests and cardigans going forward.
Have a great week ahead and we hope to see you December 12th!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Thursday, 21 November 2019
New Look Blog and Updates
Hi parents and guardians,
We have updated the look of our blog- we hope you like it! : )
This week we continued our visualization work with a three day drawing using the poem "Green Giant" by Jack Prelutsky. On the first day we drew the giant's face, on the second day we drew his body, and on the third day we drew his legs and feet.
First students listened to the poem with their eyes closed and used their imagination to visualize what the giant would look like. Then they drew with pencil before choosing colours based on the poem. It was a GIANT drawing!
In Math, we have been exploring sequence and patterns. Students are continuing an established pattern using shapes as well as beginning to create patterns of their own design.
Another reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Friday November 22nd.
Have a safe and restful weekend!
We have updated the look of our blog- we hope you like it! : )
This week we continued our visualization work with a three day drawing using the poem "Green Giant" by Jack Prelutsky. On the first day we drew the giant's face, on the second day we drew his body, and on the third day we drew his legs and feet.
First students listened to the poem with their eyes closed and used their imagination to visualize what the giant would look like. Then they drew with pencil before choosing colours based on the poem. It was a GIANT drawing!
In Math, we have been exploring sequence and patterns. Students are continuing an established pattern using shapes as well as beginning to create patterns of their own design.
Another reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Friday November 22nd.
Have a safe and restful weekend!
Tuesday, 19 November 2019
Weekly Notes
Hi parents and guardians,
This week our printing and grapheme work will focus on the letter "i".
Students have completed artwork entitled "Map of my Heart" which is now up in the hallway in front of our classrooms and near the gym. After using watercolour paint with at least five colours, students planned out a drawing of the people and things that mean the most to them. They drew their plan with pencil on their heart and then completed the work with black marker.
Just a reminder that Purdy's chocolate order forms went home last week. Please return orders with payment this week.
This Friday, November 22nd, is a Professional Development day for teachers. There will be no classes for students.
Have a great week!
This week our printing and grapheme work will focus on the letter "i".
Students have completed artwork entitled "Map of my Heart" which is now up in the hallway in front of our classrooms and near the gym. After using watercolour paint with at least five colours, students planned out a drawing of the people and things that mean the most to them. They drew their plan with pencil on their heart and then completed the work with black marker.
Just a reminder that Purdy's chocolate order forms went home last week. Please return orders with payment this week.
This Friday, November 22nd, is a Professional Development day for teachers. There will be no classes for students.
Have a great week!
Friday, 15 November 2019
Metis Week Video Link
Hi parents and guardians,
We had some requests for the link to the Metis dancing video that we watched today. Here it is below-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LknTxKuHl1k
Happy jigging!
We had some requests for the link to the Metis dancing video that we watched today. Here it is below-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LknTxKuHl1k
Happy jigging!
Friday Post
Dear parents and guardians,
Next week's letter is i.
Weather permitting students are going out for gym class and for some learning on the land. Our pumpkins have a resting place outside along the side of the school and we're observing them, discussing how and why they are decomposing and watching to see if animals are interested in them.
Purdy's Chocolate Fundraiser is ongoing and please send in any orders to teachers.
Please don't send drink boxes or juices for snacks or lunches. Our school nurse has asked that students drink water or non sugar drinks.
Students watched a video on Metis dances for Metis week. We'll be including the steps for the jig in our dance unit coming up in the next weeks.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Next week's letter is i.
Weather permitting students are going out for gym class and for some learning on the land. Our pumpkins have a resting place outside along the side of the school and we're observing them, discussing how and why they are decomposing and watching to see if animals are interested in them.
Purdy's Chocolate Fundraiser is ongoing and please send in any orders to teachers.
Please don't send drink boxes or juices for snacks or lunches. Our school nurse has asked that students drink water or non sugar drinks.
Students watched a video on Metis dances for Metis week. We'll be including the steps for the jig in our dance unit coming up in the next weeks.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Wednesday, 13 November 2019
News
Dear parents and guardians,
Library
Thanks for the great response to requests to return all library books in a timely way so more books and choices are available to our students. During pair and share times students partner with a classmate to share their library books or books from the classroom. This generates a lot of interest in taking out books that other students have chosen and shared!
Visualization Activity
This year we are focusing on visualization skills and abilities. Today we're sending home our initial student work using visualization and the poem that inspired the drawings is attached. Our work on visualization and sharing progress will be ongoing and we will be sending home student work throughout our year!
Purdy's Chocolate - Christmas Fundraiser
Your students have mail! Please check their backpacks for the catalogue and information. Our school Christmas fundraiser package was sent home today. Attached is an information letter and we'll update you on information and dates in the coming days and as we approach the ordering deadline.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Library
Thanks for the great response to requests to return all library books in a timely way so more books and choices are available to our students. During pair and share times students partner with a classmate to share their library books or books from the classroom. This generates a lot of interest in taking out books that other students have chosen and shared!
Visualization Activity
This year we are focusing on visualization skills and abilities. Today we're sending home our initial student work using visualization and the poem that inspired the drawings is attached. Our work on visualization and sharing progress will be ongoing and we will be sending home student work throughout our year!
Purdy's Chocolate - Christmas Fundraiser
Your students have mail! Please check their backpacks for the catalogue and information. Our school Christmas fundraiser package was sent home today. Attached is an information letter and we'll update you on information and dates in the coming days and as we approach the ordering deadline.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
This Week in Kindergarten
The letter this week is e. Students are brainstorming words with e and extending their list of words to include words with e in both the initial and middle position and words with both graphemes.
PM students only attend this coming Friday.
Students are continuing their math sorting and patterning centers.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
PM students only attend this coming Friday.
Students are continuing their math sorting and patterning centers.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Thursday, 7 November 2019
Sparks and Beavers Uniforms
For AM Parents only,
Tomorrow is our Remembrance Day Assembly.
Students who are members of Sparks or Beavers are welcome to wear their uniform as part of the Remembrance Day ceremony. It will be a regular TLC uniform day for all other students.
As mentioned earlier, Monday November 11th is a holiday and there is no school.
Tomorrow is our Remembrance Day Assembly.
Students who are members of Sparks or Beavers are welcome to wear their uniform as part of the Remembrance Day ceremony. It will be a regular TLC uniform day for all other students.
As mentioned earlier, Monday November 11th is a holiday and there is no school.
Picture Day
Hi Parents,
If you would like your son or daughter to have retakes please indicate with an email or written note. Formal uniforms are required for the class photo.
This week our letter is "b".
In art, students are collaborating on the creation of a poppy wreath for the Remembrance Day ceremony which takes place on Friday.
Our November virtue of the month is "Persistence". As part of our work we will be discussing the importance of trying again if you don't succeed this first time. Persistence means responding to challenges with effort and an open mind, and understanding that mistakes help everyone grow and succeed, not just in school, but in life!
Monday, 4 November 2019
Weekly Notes
Photo Retakes & Class Photo – Thurs, Nov 7, 2019
Proofs of the individual photos were sent home with students on Monday, Nov 4, 2019.
If you would like your child to have retakes please send the original proof sheet to school with your child. Your child will give the photographer the proof so the photographer can see how to improve the image. If you do not have the proof sheet on Nov 7, please send a handwritten note allowing your child to have retakes.
All students at school on Thursday, Nov 7 will be in the class photo. Students are asked to wear their formal uniform on this day. This is the last day the photographer will be at Thorncliffe School for this school year. J
Winter Clothing
As the winter weather begins to set in please ensure that your son or daughter comes to school wearing their winter jackets. We will ensure that students leave the school prepared for the outdoors.
Remembrance Day Ceremony
Thorncliffe School will be commemorating Remembrance Day on Friday November 8th at 10:45am. Friday is an AM kindergarten day. Parents are welcome to attend the assembly, which will be approximately 30 minutes in length.
Thursday, 31 October 2019
Reminders
Dear Parents and Guardians,
No school for all students tomorrow, Friday Nov. 1st!
Student work was sent home for most of the students who attended this week. Students who didn't take home their work today will do it on Monday.
The letter next week is b.
Constable Tony visited the PM class and did a presentation yesterday. Ask your student what was surprising, what they liked about it, and what they learned and wonder about.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
No school for all students tomorrow, Friday Nov. 1st!
Student work was sent home for most of the students who attended this week. Students who didn't take home their work today will do it on Monday.
The letter next week is b.
Constable Tony visited the PM class and did a presentation yesterday. Ask your student what was surprising, what they liked about it, and what they learned and wonder about.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Tuesday, 29 October 2019
Safety First!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As the weather gets colder and icier there are some concerns about the safety of the TLC Kindergarten students being dropped off and picked up. Parents need to walk their child/children in their care to the Kindergarten doors. Coming to the doors and making contact with the teacher is an important safety routine. Students are instructed not to cross the street or step off the sidewalk in front of traffic and the busses.
Please respect our loading zones and do not stop to pick up your child in those zones.
Thank you for your partnership in keeping our students safe.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
As the weather gets colder and icier there are some concerns about the safety of the TLC Kindergarten students being dropped off and picked up. Parents need to walk their child/children in their care to the Kindergarten doors. Coming to the doors and making contact with the teacher is an important safety routine. Students are instructed not to cross the street or step off the sidewalk in front of traffic and the busses.
Please respect our loading zones and do not stop to pick up your child in those zones.
Thank you for your partnership in keeping our students safe.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Monday, 28 October 2019
More Information About October 31st.
FYI
Spirit Day - October 31, 2019 – wear your Halloween costume to school. Reminders about safety (masks impede vision so please don’t wear masks) and appropriateness of your costume (not too scary, no weapons with your costume). Students can wear their costume all day if they choose.
Student Voice representatives choose a spirit day each month. These days are always optional. Students can choose to participate or choose not to participate.
Students not wearing costumes can wear casual clothes and not wear their uniform on Spirit Days during our year.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
A Short Week
No students attend school this Friday, November 1st. It's a school wide PD day.
Dressing Up On Thursday
Students can dress for Halloween on Thursday if they choose to. We ask that students don't bring props such as swords, wear masks that can be a hazard or bring any edibles to school to share.
The letters this week are qu. Students will be generating words that begin with the letters qu.
AM students are attending the Grade 5/6 assembly tomorrow morning. PM students will attend the next assembly to celebrate student learning.
Ask your student about the math and science we're doing with our three, small, medium and large pumpkins. Students are estimating, counting, measuring, drawing and writing numbers using each of the pumpkins. We will be doing an experiment on whether the pumpkins sink or flat and students have made predictions for each size of pumpkin.
When you're in the school check out the student art titled About Me outside the classrooms and in the main hall near the office.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Dressing Up On Thursday
Students can dress for Halloween on Thursday if they choose to. We ask that students don't bring props such as swords, wear masks that can be a hazard or bring any edibles to school to share.
The letters this week are qu. Students will be generating words that begin with the letters qu.
AM students are attending the Grade 5/6 assembly tomorrow morning. PM students will attend the next assembly to celebrate student learning.
Ask your student about the math and science we're doing with our three, small, medium and large pumpkins. Students are estimating, counting, measuring, drawing and writing numbers using each of the pumpkins. We will be doing an experiment on whether the pumpkins sink or flat and students have made predictions for each size of pumpkin.
When you're in the school check out the student art titled About Me outside the classrooms and in the main hall near the office.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Thursday, 24 October 2019
Photo Information
Hi Parents,
Some students have been asking about photo packages. Usually photo proofs and order forms are prepared with a few weeks and will be sent home with your son or daughter. You will have the option of ordering a photo package at that time. Photo retake day is Thursday November 7th for students who missed picture day or wish to have retakes. Class photos will be taken later in the school year.
A reminder that tomorrow (Friday October 25th) is PM Kindergarten.
This week we read the story "Waiting for Winter" by Sebastian Meschenmoser. It is a story about a squirrel, a hedgehog, and a bear waiting for winter. Ask your son or daughter what things they mistake for snowflakes!
Some students have been asking about photo packages. Usually photo proofs and order forms are prepared with a few weeks and will be sent home with your son or daughter. You will have the option of ordering a photo package at that time. Photo retake day is Thursday November 7th for students who missed picture day or wish to have retakes. Class photos will be taken later in the school year.
A reminder that tomorrow (Friday October 25th) is PM Kindergarten.
This week we read the story "Waiting for Winter" by Sebastian Meschenmoser. It is a story about a squirrel, a hedgehog, and a bear waiting for winter. Ask your son or daughter what things they mistake for snowflakes!
Tuesday, 22 October 2019
Weekly News
Tomorrow (Wednesday October 23rd) our AM classes will be visited by Officer Tony, our Calgary Police Services Liaison. Afternoon classes will be receiving a visit next Wednesday (Oct 30). Officer Tony will be talking to the students about his role to support our study of community.
Our printing letter this week is "s".
This Friday is PM kindergarten. Ask your son or daughter about the new small, medium, and large seasonal objects in our room.
Hint- they are orange...
: )
Our printing letter this week is "s".
This Friday is PM kindergarten. Ask your son or daughter about the new small, medium, and large seasonal objects in our room.
Hint- they are orange...
: )
Friday, 18 October 2019
Friday Updates
Dear Parents and Guardians,
There is no school for all students this coming Monday, October 21st.
With the unpredictable weather and colder days please make sure that your student (s) are dressed for the weather! We're continuing our learning on the land and going out for gym classes so all students need to be wearing a jacket.
The colorful road art at the bus zone drop off spot was a parent council initiative. It is not a crosswalk and therefore cars are not legally required to stop when parents and students are crossing.
Please use caution when crossing or driving as the amount of traffic both cars and foot traffic makes this area one that requires your full attention.
Students did sorting for math this past week and engaged in math learning during centers. They sorted using color, shape and size as the sorting rules. We're continuing our math lessons outside and students are matching numbers with quantities using natural, found materials such as leaves, rocks, sticks etc.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
There is no school for all students this coming Monday, October 21st.
With the unpredictable weather and colder days please make sure that your student (s) are dressed for the weather! We're continuing our learning on the land and going out for gym classes so all students need to be wearing a jacket.
The colorful road art at the bus zone drop off spot was a parent council initiative. It is not a crosswalk and therefore cars are not legally required to stop when parents and students are crossing.
Please use caution when crossing or driving as the amount of traffic both cars and foot traffic makes this area one that requires your full attention.
Students did sorting for math this past week and engaged in math learning during centers. They sorted using color, shape and size as the sorting rules. We're continuing our math lessons outside and students are matching numbers with quantities using natural, found materials such as leaves, rocks, sticks etc.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Thursday, 17 October 2019
PD Days Coming Soon
Notices have gone home to remind parents that Monday, October 21st and Friday, November 1st are no school days for all students. They are both Professional Development Days for teachers!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Wednesday, 16 October 2019
Photo Day Tomorrow
Just a reminder that tomorrow is individual photo day. If possible students should wear their Monday, or formal uniform for their photos.
AM students experienced their first fire drill this morning. They did a great job!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
AM students experienced their first fire drill this morning. They did a great job!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Kindergarten News and Updates
Hello Parents and Guardians!
AM students only attend school this Friday. Thank you for remembering to pack a double snack or a lunch for Fridays!
The next weeks are short but busy times for Kindergarten. We are continuing our teaching and assessing for the EYE (Early Years Evaluation) with students participating in tasks and activities that support their learning across all areas of the assessment. The assessments will wrap up at the end of this month.
We'll be taking advantage of this great fall weather and we'll be heading out to do our math learning on the land. Students will use natural materials to match numbers with quantities to 10. We're looking forward to sharing this with you in the days to come.
Some gym classes are being held outside while the weather permits. Please have your children dress for the weather.
The letter this week is o. We're reading books and watching videos to practice letter recognition and the o graphemes. Reading books at home and having your child identify the letter o in the initial and middle of words is helpful practice.
A reminder to please not drop off or park in the bussing zone. It is a safety concern and as winter approaches it is especially problematic for the students and the bus drivers.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
AM students only attend school this Friday. Thank you for remembering to pack a double snack or a lunch for Fridays!
The next weeks are short but busy times for Kindergarten. We are continuing our teaching and assessing for the EYE (Early Years Evaluation) with students participating in tasks and activities that support their learning across all areas of the assessment. The assessments will wrap up at the end of this month.
We'll be taking advantage of this great fall weather and we'll be heading out to do our math learning on the land. Students will use natural materials to match numbers with quantities to 10. We're looking forward to sharing this with you in the days to come.
Some gym classes are being held outside while the weather permits. Please have your children dress for the weather.
The letter this week is o. We're reading books and watching videos to practice letter recognition and the o graphemes. Reading books at home and having your child identify the letter o in the initial and middle of words is helpful practice.
A reminder to please not drop off or park in the bussing zone. It is a safety concern and as winter approaches it is especially problematic for the students and the bus drivers.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Friday, 11 October 2019
Outdoor Learning Next Week
Hi Parents,
We are planning to incorporate the outdoors into our Math planning next week weather permitting. Please ensure that your child is properly dressed for the weather.
Library will be our first day back (Tuesday October 15th). Please return all library books when you return.
Picture Day is Thursday October 17th.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
We are planning to incorporate the outdoors into our Math planning next week weather permitting. Please ensure that your child is properly dressed for the weather.
Library will be our first day back (Tuesday October 15th). Please return all library books when you return.
Picture Day is Thursday October 17th.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Wednesday, 9 October 2019
Mental Health Awareness Day
Tomorrow (Thursday October 10th) is Mental Health Awareness day.
We will combine this day with our Thorncliffe School virtue of the month which is Peacefulness.
Students will be asked to think about what things bring peacefulness in their lives. Finding peace in our lives is important for the mental health of everyone!
Tomorrow is our library day, and a final reminder that there will be no school on Friday or Monday.
Have a relaxing Thanksgiving!
We will combine this day with our Thorncliffe School virtue of the month which is Peacefulness.
Students will be asked to think about what things bring peacefulness in their lives. Finding peace in our lives is important for the mental health of everyone!
Tomorrow is our library day, and a final reminder that there will be no school on Friday or Monday.
Have a relaxing Thanksgiving!
Tuesday, 8 October 2019
News and Notes this Week
Hi Parents,
Please return any library books this Tuesday. Tuesday and Thursday are both library days for both classes.
This week is the letter g and students are brainstorming words that start with g. We are reading books, watching videos with opportunities to practice graphemes and identify initial sounds in words.
Kindergarten will not have access to the gym for Physical Education this week- we will be using our classroom and potentially head outside, so please prepare your children with appropriate clothing for the weather.
Another reminder that this Friday is a Professional Development day and Monday is Thanksgiving, therefore there is no school for students on Friday or Monday.
Please return any library books this Tuesday. Tuesday and Thursday are both library days for both classes.
This week is the letter g and students are brainstorming words that start with g. We are reading books, watching videos with opportunities to practice graphemes and identify initial sounds in words.
Kindergarten will not have access to the gym for Physical Education this week- we will be using our classroom and potentially head outside, so please prepare your children with appropriate clothing for the weather.
Another reminder that this Friday is a Professional Development day and Monday is Thanksgiving, therefore there is no school for students on Friday or Monday.
Friday, 4 October 2019
This Week in Kindergarten
Hello!
Just a reminder to return library books on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Weather permitting, the students enjoy opportunities to do our gym classes outside. Please make sure that your child (children) are dressed for and have appropriate footwear for running and participating in outdoor sports and activities.
This upcoming Friday, October 11th is a school wide PD day and Monday, October 14th is Thanksgiving Day. There is no school for all students on these days.
Enjoy your weekend!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Wednesday, 2 October 2019
Kindergarten Reminders
Hello,
PM students attend this Friday.
Please return any library books this Thursday. Tuesday and Thursday are both library days for both classes.
This week is the letter f and students are brainstorming words that start with f. We're reading books, watching videos with opportunities to practice graphemes and identify initial sounds in words.
Parents can work with their child (children) on the conventions of printing by having them practice their name with an upper case letter for the first letter only. Students are using all upper case or a combination of upper and lower. We're working on the correct usage of capitalization.
For the safety of all of the children and to support our bus drivers in their work to keep your children safe please have your children and any children in your care enter and exit your vehicles from the sidewalk side. Children are at risk and bus drivers are expressing their concern when children are crossing in front of busses. The street is very narrow and the amount of traffic at these times requires additional vigilance!
Thank you,
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
PM students attend this Friday.
Please return any library books this Thursday. Tuesday and Thursday are both library days for both classes.
This week is the letter f and students are brainstorming words that start with f. We're reading books, watching videos with opportunities to practice graphemes and identify initial sounds in words.
Parents can work with their child (children) on the conventions of printing by having them practice their name with an upper case letter for the first letter only. Students are using all upper case or a combination of upper and lower. We're working on the correct usage of capitalization.
For the safety of all of the children and to support our bus drivers in their work to keep your children safe please have your children and any children in your care enter and exit your vehicles from the sidewalk side. Children are at risk and bus drivers are expressing their concern when children are crossing in front of busses. The street is very narrow and the amount of traffic at these times requires additional vigilance!
Thank you,
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Monday, 30 September 2019
This Week in Kindergarten
Hello Everyone!
What a great response to Orange Shirt Day. The Kindergarten students worked to share their support by coloring and printing on a school in recognition of this day. Our Orange T shirts are on display in the hallway outside our classrooms.
The letter this week is f. Students are brainstorming lists of words that have the initial f letter and sound. Parents can practice identifying words and sounds using f in their daily reading with their child!
PM students only attend school this upcoming Friday.
Students are dressing for the weather and further practice with doing up their zippers if needed would help in their being independent when they arrive and depart school.
Students have mail and will be bringing home a letter about our upcoming lockdown practice later this week.
Picture Day is coming soon (October 17th) and a notice and information is also coming home.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
What a great response to Orange Shirt Day. The Kindergarten students worked to share their support by coloring and printing on a school in recognition of this day. Our Orange T shirts are on display in the hallway outside our classrooms.
The letter this week is f. Students are brainstorming lists of words that have the initial f letter and sound. Parents can practice identifying words and sounds using f in their daily reading with their child!
PM students only attend school this upcoming Friday.
Students are dressing for the weather and further practice with doing up their zippers if needed would help in their being independent when they arrive and depart school.
Students have mail and will be bringing home a letter about our upcoming lockdown practice later this week.
Picture Day is coming soon (October 17th) and a notice and information is also coming home.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Thursday, 26 September 2019
Orange Shirt Day Monday September 30th
Tomorrow (Friday September 27th) is AM kindergarten. Friday dismissal is at 1:25 pm.
- Orange Shirt Day is an annual event that acknowledges and honours the healing journey of students of the residential school experience in Canada. Every child matters, and we choose to participate in this special day to come together in the spirit of reconciliation.
- We will participate on Monday, September 30th. On this day students can wear an orange shirt or their favourite shirt. You can read more about the purpose of this day here: http://www.orangeshirtday.org/ . It is a formal uniform day for students who choose not to participate.
Please remember to return all library books on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If students have three books checked out they will not be able to check out more books until they are returned.
Weather
It's getting cold out! Make sure students are properly prepared for the weather!
Wednesday, 25 September 2019
First Music Classes with Ms. Weir
Today students had their first classes with Ms. Weir.
Mrs. Phillips' AM class will have music on Tuesday and her PM class will have music on Wednesday.
Mr. Larson's AM and PM classes will both have music on Wednesday.
Ms. Weir will also teach music to classes on Friday.
Today students took part in the Terry Fox run.
We watched a video about Terry Fox and why he is an important figure in Canadian history.
Here is the link to the video- https://youtu.be/f1QOtPDAAeY
A reminder that tomorrow is a library day.
Thank-you to everyone who returned the Old Dutch fundraising order forms.
The weather looks like it will be getting colder this week-
please ensure that your child is properly dressed for the cold and wet weather!
Mrs. Phillips' AM class will have music on Tuesday and her PM class will have music on Wednesday.
Mr. Larson's AM and PM classes will both have music on Wednesday.
Ms. Weir will also teach music to classes on Friday.
Today students took part in the Terry Fox run.
We watched a video about Terry Fox and why he is an important figure in Canadian history.
Here is the link to the video- https://youtu.be/f1QOtPDAAeY
A reminder that tomorrow is a library day.
Thank-you to everyone who returned the Old Dutch fundraising order forms.
The weather looks like it will be getting colder this week-
please ensure that your child is properly dressed for the cold and wet weather!
Tuesday, 24 September 2019
Terry Fox Run Rescheduled due to Weather
Hi Parents,
Due to some nasty weather coming our way later this week Thorncliffe School has decided to move our Terry Fox Run up one day to tomorrow, Wednesday September 24th. Times will remain the same:
AM students will run from 10-10:15am and PM students will be from 1:30-1:45pm.
Due to some nasty weather coming our way later this week Thorncliffe School has decided to move our Terry Fox Run up one day to tomorrow, Wednesday September 24th. Times will remain the same:
AM students will run from 10-10:15am and PM students will be from 1:30-1:45pm.
Monday, 23 September 2019
Week Four News and Notes
Welcome to Autumn!
A huge thank-you to everyone who was able to attend our conferences. It was great to connect with you : )
A reminder that this Friday (September 27th) is AM Kindergarten.
Thorncliffe's Terry Fox Run will take place this Thursday September 26th. AM students will run from 10-10:15am and PM students will be from 1:30-1:45pm.
Curriculum Notes:
Now that we have worked on printing the letters A and C, we will be focussing on the letter B. In Math, we will be exploring the numbers 1-10 by matching quantities with the symbol for each number.
We have been discussing "Character" values in class through stories, discussion, and social skills stories. We have been paying special attention to treating others with kindness, using words when we becomes upset, and saying "please" and "thank-you".
This week we will be reading "The Colour of Us" by Karen Kratz, a book that celebrates the differences that make us all unique. We will also be creating self portraits in the style of the book's illustrations for art.
A huge thank-you to everyone who was able to attend our conferences. It was great to connect with you : )
A reminder that this Friday (September 27th) is AM Kindergarten.
Thorncliffe's Terry Fox Run will take place this Thursday September 26th. AM students will run from 10-10:15am and PM students will be from 1:30-1:45pm.
Curriculum Notes:
Now that we have worked on printing the letters A and C, we will be focussing on the letter B. In Math, we will be exploring the numbers 1-10 by matching quantities with the symbol for each number.
We have been discussing "Character" values in class through stories, discussion, and social skills stories. We have been paying special attention to treating others with kindness, using words when we becomes upset, and saying "please" and "thank-you".
This week we will be reading "The Colour of Us" by Karen Kratz, a book that celebrates the differences that make us all unique. We will also be creating self portraits in the style of the book's illustrations for art.
Monday, 16 September 2019
Conference Information
Information For Booking Parent Teacher Conferences
Kindergarten Teachers:
Please remember to book a conference to meet with me either on
Thurs, Sept 19 9:00 am - 7:45 pm
Fri, Sept 20 8:00 am – 12:45 pm
*No school for kindergarten on Thurs, Sept 19 or Fri, Sept 20
ALL teachers include:
Follow these steps:
- Click on the link: www.cbe.ab.ca/mycbe to access MyCBE / PowerSchool
At the bottom of the page you will see a link for MyCBE / PowerSchool icon
- Log in with your user name & password or follow the directions to create a new username & password
(If you do not know your child’s CBE ID # please refer to your child’s June report card or email your child's teacher)
- Select your child’s teacher and book a time
We look forward to seeing you at conferences!
This Week
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is a short week with parent teacher interviews happening on Thursday and Friday. Please sign up for a conference time if you haven't already! No school for Kindergarten students this Thursday or Friday.
The letter this week is c. The video called Graphemes With Gestures posted on the right side of the blog is a great way to practice the alphabet and sounds with auditory and visual support. Students are brainstorming lists of words that begin with c.
Reminders
Tuesday and Thursday are library days for both TLC Kindergarten classes. Those days students can send in any books that they have finished and are ready to replace with a new book. Once students have 3 books signed out they need to return books in order to check out more books. The students did an art project inspired by Fletcher and the Falling Leaves.
Thank you for not sending juice boxes to school! Students are being encouraged to keep hydrated by drinking lots of water during their time at school.
Please make sure that your child can tie their own laces for their shoes and boots. Practicing at home with mom and dad or an older sibling is a big help as they work on being independent in managing classroom routines.
We're looking forward to seeing you all at parent teacher interviews and having the opportunity to discuss your child's first days of Kindergarten and with all of you and share our plans for the upcoming term.
See you soon,
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
This is a short week with parent teacher interviews happening on Thursday and Friday. Please sign up for a conference time if you haven't already! No school for Kindergarten students this Thursday or Friday.
The letter this week is c. The video called Graphemes With Gestures posted on the right side of the blog is a great way to practice the alphabet and sounds with auditory and visual support. Students are brainstorming lists of words that begin with c.
Reminders
Tuesday and Thursday are library days for both TLC Kindergarten classes. Those days students can send in any books that they have finished and are ready to replace with a new book. Once students have 3 books signed out they need to return books in order to check out more books. The students did an art project inspired by Fletcher and the Falling Leaves.
Thank you for not sending juice boxes to school! Students are being encouraged to keep hydrated by drinking lots of water during their time at school.
Please make sure that your child can tie their own laces for their shoes and boots. Practicing at home with mom and dad or an older sibling is a big help as they work on being independent in managing classroom routines.
We're looking forward to seeing you all at parent teacher interviews and having the opportunity to discuss your child's first days of Kindergarten and with all of you and share our plans for the upcoming term.
See you soon,
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Wednesday, 11 September 2019
Week Two Update
Our classes are now in full swing!
Our letter this week is "a". Students have been practicing printing the letter "a" as well as identifying words and names that begin with or include the letter "a". You can help support your son or daughter's learning at home by reading books and pointing out the letter "a" as well as identifying things around the house that start with the letter "a".
Our social stories this week have focussed on positive peer relationships, taking turns and sharing, and following the routines of our classrooms.
You might have already seen our beautiful leaf art in the windows of our classrooms.
The weather is starting to turn a bit colder, so please ensure your son or daughter is dressed for the weather. We already have some cardigans and jackets with no names written inside that have been left on coat hooks.
This Friday is PM Kindergarten only!
Our library days are Tuesdays and Thursdays, and students may take out two books at a time if they have returned their books.
The booking for our Parent conferences open tomorrow. Please select a time for either Thursday the 19th or Friday the 20th.
All students require indoor shoes. Students can only wear lace up shoes if they can tie them independently. Unlaced shoes are a safety issue in the hallways and in the gym. Thank-you for helping support us in the teaching and learning in our classrooms!
Mrs. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Monday, 9 September 2019
This Week in Kindergarten
The first week of school went so fast and now the students are old pros when it comes to classroom routines!
Reminders
Library days for both classes are Tuesday and Thursday and students bring back their books on those mornings for exchange. They can keep them if they aren't finished with them but they then have to wait for the return to take out a new book.
PM class only attends this Friday, September 13th.
Any forms not handed in already could parents send them as soon as possible please!
Students drink water at school and any drink boxes or fruit juices will be sent back home in their backpacks.
We'll keep you posted on upcoming dates as there is a lot happening this month.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Wednesday, 4 September 2019
Important Information
Only AM Kindergarten students attend school this Friday, September 6th. Departure time is 1:25 and a lunch or two snacks is needed on later dismissal Fridays.
Forms came home with students today! Please check your child's backpack for these important documents and letters.
Thank you all for you continuing support with transportation and bussing! Please inform the office or your teacher if there are any changes as soon as possible. The school policy is to use the bussing information supplied by parents and if a child tells us he or she is taking a different bus or is being picked up we defer to the information from parents and guardians.
Students who wear shoes with laces need to be able to tie their own shoes and could parents please support their children with learning this skill. Shoes with velcro are an option for students as well. Besides a tripping hazard, it is also time consuming for both students and teachers.
Library
Tomorrow is our first library day and students will learn the expectations and responsibilities when taking out books and while visiting the library.
We're well on our way with learning classroom routines and students are enjoying their time at the centers. Today students worked on figure drawing, coloring skills and printing their name.
Ask your child (children) about their first gym class!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Forms came home with students today! Please check your child's backpack for these important documents and letters.
Thank you all for you continuing support with transportation and bussing! Please inform the office or your teacher if there are any changes as soon as possible. The school policy is to use the bussing information supplied by parents and if a child tells us he or she is taking a different bus or is being picked up we defer to the information from parents and guardians.
Students who wear shoes with laces need to be able to tie their own shoes and could parents please support their children with learning this skill. Shoes with velcro are an option for students as well. Besides a tripping hazard, it is also time consuming for both students and teachers.
Library
Tomorrow is our first library day and students will learn the expectations and responsibilities when taking out books and while visiting the library.
We're well on our way with learning classroom routines and students are enjoying their time at the centers. Today students worked on figure drawing, coloring skills and printing their name.
Ask your child (children) about their first gym class!
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Tuesday, 3 September 2019
First Day of Kindergarten
It was a wonderful day in Kindergarten! I'm sure you'll be asking all of your new students what they learned or did at school today! I hope it included some of their favorite things. Thank you all for your timely responses to our bussing and transportation queries!
If your child did not bring home a yellow letter and a Tell Me About Your Child form please just let us know and we'll send it tomorrow. Forms and information will be sent home on an ongoing basis as we prepare for this year of teaching and learning. If your child has a medical concern please contact the office and a form will be made available to you asap or stop in and pick a form up.
This Friday is AM students attending only. The students arrive at the same time but depart at 1:25. Please pack an extra snack or a lunch for late dismissal on every other Friday. A reminder that juice boxes and drinks other than water should be avoided as per our school nurse and her nutritional snacks and lunches policy.
Library will start next week and students will have opportunities to take out a book twice a week. Further information about dates and library policies and expectations will follow.
Please email myself or Mr. Larson if you have any questions or if we can help you or your child with this transition into Kindergarten.
We look forward to a great year of learning and getting to know your children. We will keep you updated as we work together to make this a wonderful first year of school for all students.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
If your child did not bring home a yellow letter and a Tell Me About Your Child form please just let us know and we'll send it tomorrow. Forms and information will be sent home on an ongoing basis as we prepare for this year of teaching and learning. If your child has a medical concern please contact the office and a form will be made available to you asap or stop in and pick a form up.
This Friday is AM students attending only. The students arrive at the same time but depart at 1:25. Please pack an extra snack or a lunch for late dismissal on every other Friday. A reminder that juice boxes and drinks other than water should be avoided as per our school nurse and her nutritional snacks and lunches policy.
Library will start next week and students will have opportunities to take out a book twice a week. Further information about dates and library policies and expectations will follow.
Please email myself or Mr. Larson if you have any questions or if we can help you or your child with this transition into Kindergarten.
We look forward to a great year of learning and getting to know your children. We will keep you updated as we work together to make this a wonderful first year of school for all students.
Ms. Phillips and Mr. Larson
Wednesday, 26 June 2019
Grade one here we come!
Today was the last day of kindergarten! We had a great day spending the day together and reflecting on the year.
Thank you for a wonderful year. It was a pleasure teaching all of you everyday. We are wishing you all the best in grade one! Have a great summer!
Thank you for a wonderful year. It was a pleasure teaching all of you everyday. We are wishing you all the best in grade one! Have a great summer!
Monday, 24 June 2019
Sports Day Tomorrow
Tomorrow both AM and PM students will be participating in Sports Day. Students will independently visit stations that are set up in the field to participate in various sports activities such as bocce ball, washer toss, parachute, obstacle courses and more!
Please ensure that your child is dressed for the weather and wearing the proper foot wear. This include wearing a light jacket, sneakers, a hat or sunglasses, sunscreen and bug spray. If it is raining we will reschedule for Wednesday.
Reminders:
- Sports Day tomorrow - Dress for the weather
- Wednesday is the last day of school - report cards will be going home
- Students do not have to wear their uniforms this week
Please ensure that your child is dressed for the weather and wearing the proper foot wear. This include wearing a light jacket, sneakers, a hat or sunglasses, sunscreen and bug spray. If it is raining we will reschedule for Wednesday.
Reminders:
- Sports Day tomorrow - Dress for the weather
- Wednesday is the last day of school - report cards will be going home
- Students do not have to wear their uniforms this week
Wednesday, 19 June 2019
No Kindergarten Friday
All Kindergarten students do not attend school this Friday, June 21st!
Tomorrow the grade 5/6 students are coming in to our classes to share their writing and do small group work and discussions with the Kindergarten students tomorrow for Indigenous Day. Students will share the story robes they wrote and illustrated and ask and answer questions about their work and learning.
Tomorrow is the last day students need to wear their uniforms. The last three days of school they can wear casual clothes.
Weather permitting, Tuesday, June 25th is Sports Day. Have your child dress for the weather and with runners so they can participate fully in the games and activities outside.
Monday, June 17th was a nice time for the students to meet the next year's principal and assistant principal. Ask your student about the stories they read and some of the information that was shared in preparation for the transition into a new school and Grade 1!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Tomorrow the grade 5/6 students are coming in to our classes to share their writing and do small group work and discussions with the Kindergarten students tomorrow for Indigenous Day. Students will share the story robes they wrote and illustrated and ask and answer questions about their work and learning.
Tomorrow is the last day students need to wear their uniforms. The last three days of school they can wear casual clothes.
Weather permitting, Tuesday, June 25th is Sports Day. Have your child dress for the weather and with runners so they can participate fully in the games and activities outside.
Monday, June 17th was a nice time for the students to meet the next year's principal and assistant principal. Ask your student about the stories they read and some of the information that was shared in preparation for the transition into a new school and Grade 1!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Monday, 17 June 2019
Kindergarten Days
The students are learning the double grapheme oo this week. The spelling words are go, make, new and game. Ask them about the words we've learned with the oo in them!
NO KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS attend school this Friday, June 21st.
Student don't have to wear their uniform next week for the last three days of school.
Ms. Phillips sent plants and art from the Tiny Seed home with the PM class Friday and will send the plants and art home on Tuesday with AM students.
Thank you all for sending your child's the library books and this Wednesday is the preferred day to return them to the library. Please send in the books as soon as possible so Mrs. Strome can complete her organization and work in readiness for next September.
This Friday is Indigenous Day and students from the grade 5/6 classes are coming in to share their work and writing with the Kindergarten students on Thursday, June 20th.
Tuesday, June 25th is Spirit Day and students will participate in sports and games weather permitting.
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
NO KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS attend school this Friday, June 21st.
Student don't have to wear their uniform next week for the last three days of school.
Ms. Phillips sent plants and art from the Tiny Seed home with the PM class Friday and will send the plants and art home on Tuesday with AM students.
Thank you all for sending your child's the library books and this Wednesday is the preferred day to return them to the library. Please send in the books as soon as possible so Mrs. Strome can complete her organization and work in readiness for next September.
This Friday is Indigenous Day and students from the grade 5/6 classes are coming in to share their work and writing with the Kindergarten students on Thursday, June 20th.
Tuesday, June 25th is Spirit Day and students will participate in sports and games weather permitting.
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Wednesday, 12 June 2019
Special Guests
Today we had special guests come and visit our kindergarten classrooms! Some of the Grade 3/4 students from room 2 came to read their stories for the kindergarteners. These stories were inspired by Robert Munsch and had so many funny details. Ask your child what happened in one of the stories.
Reminders:
- The last library day from the year will be tomorrow. Please return all library books on Monday, June 17th.
- No school for AM students this Friday, PM students attend.
Reminders:
- The last library day from the year will be tomorrow. Please return all library books on Monday, June 17th.
- No school for AM students this Friday, PM students attend.
Monday, 10 June 2019
Spelling words for this week
This week the kindergarteners are learning the double grapheme ck. Ask your students what words they know that have ck in them. Our spelling words this week are play, with, you, sun and cloudy.
We are beginning to wrap up 3D shapes are moving on to learning about measurement. Students will be measuring object using blocks, paperclips and more!
Reminders:
- Thursday is the last day for library this year. Please return any book that are at home. If you have lost a book please talk to Ms. Strome our librarian.
- There is no school for AM students this Friday, PM students attend.
- There is no school for any kindergarteners next Friday, June 21st.
- Students do not need to wear their uniforms on the last week of school from June 23 - 26
We are beginning to wrap up 3D shapes are moving on to learning about measurement. Students will be measuring object using blocks, paperclips and more!
Reminders:
- Thursday is the last day for library this year. Please return any book that are at home. If you have lost a book please talk to Ms. Strome our librarian.
- There is no school for AM students this Friday, PM students attend.
- There is no school for any kindergarteners next Friday, June 21st.
- Students do not need to wear their uniforms on the last week of school from June 23 - 26
Friday, 7 June 2019
End of Year Library
Library Schedule Update
The time for books due back to the school library has been rescheduled. Students will take out books next week on Monday and Thursday as usual and all books are due back in by Wednesday June 19th!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Thursday, 6 June 2019
Friday
Tomorrow AM students attend school.
Science Learning
Students are learning about plants and have planted seeds in the classrooms. Ask your student about our planting, the needs of plants and taking care of the plants!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Science Learning
Students are learning about plants and have planted seeds in the classrooms. Ask your student about our planting, the needs of plants and taking care of the plants!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Wednesday, 5 June 2019
Special Opportunity June 4:
Today our neighbour school, Corpus Christi, celebrated their 60th Anniversary. They had a Musical Ride from Lord Strathcona’s Horse Ceremonial Mounted Troop Cavalry Ride. We were invited to watch. Our class gathered on Thorncliffe School’s front grassy area and viewed the horses and riders perform. What a wonderful opportunity!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Tuesday, 4 June 2019
Spelling Words
Literacy
The double grapheme letters and sound for this week is ir. The spelling words for this week are that, tree, under, big and when. Parents can work with their students to create a sentence using all of these words.
In Math, students are sorting and building with 3-D objects and can have some fun with this at home as well!
I have mail! The guest Librarian handed out Ultimate Summer Challenge for Reading. Register and have a fun summer with rewards and prizes at The Calgary Library!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
The double grapheme letters and sound for this week is ir. The spelling words for this week are that, tree, under, big and when. Parents can work with their students to create a sentence using all of these words.
In Math, students are sorting and building with 3-D objects and can have some fun with this at home as well!
I have mail! The guest Librarian handed out Ultimate Summer Challenge for Reading. Register and have a fun summer with rewards and prizes at The Calgary Library!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Monday, 3 June 2019
This Week
Literacy
The double grapheme blend for this week is ir. Students are rising to the challenge of brainstorming lists of words with ir.
The Calgary Library
Tomorrow a representative of The Calgary Library is coming to the school to do a presentation on it's services and programs available over the summer. New and notable books now available at the libraries will also be part of the presentation.
Last Visits to the Library
The students will have their last library visit Monday, June 10th. All books are due back into the library Friday, June 14th. Mrs. Strome is in the midst of organizing and getting the library in order for next fall so returning any overdue or outstanding books would be appreciated.
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
The double grapheme blend for this week is ir. Students are rising to the challenge of brainstorming lists of words with ir.
The Calgary Library
Tomorrow a representative of The Calgary Library is coming to the school to do a presentation on it's services and programs available over the summer. New and notable books now available at the libraries will also be part of the presentation.
Last Visits to the Library
The students will have their last library visit Monday, June 10th. All books are due back into the library Friday, June 14th. Mrs. Strome is in the midst of organizing and getting the library in order for next fall so returning any overdue or outstanding books would be appreciated.
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Thursday, 30 May 2019
Literacy
This week students have been listening to stories read aloud by their teachers and sharing their favourite parts or retelling what happens in the story. Ms. Rothe's class listened to the story I Want to Be Tall and Ms. Phillips' class listened to the story When Stella Was Very, Very Small. Ask your child what the story was about.
Reminders:
- No school for AM students tomorrow
Reminders:
- No school for AM students tomorrow
Tuesday, 28 May 2019
Spelling Words This Week
This week we are learning the double grapheme sound er. Students have learned many words that end in er. Our spelling words this week are sit, on, grass, smell and flower. Can you child create a sentence that uses all of the spelling words?
In math we have been learning about 3-D shapes and estimation skills. Students are learning the importance of making a realistic guess based on a hint or what they already know. Here is a game that you can play with your student at home.
There is no school for AM students this Friday, PM students attend school this Friday.
In math we have been learning about 3-D shapes and estimation skills. Students are learning the importance of making a realistic guess based on a hint or what they already know. Here is a game that you can play with your student at home.
There is no school for AM students this Friday, PM students attend school this Friday.
Thursday, 23 May 2019
Friday
Friday May, 24th
Tomorrow AM students attend school.
Weather permitting we are taking the students outside for outdoor learning and gym.
Students are learning about 3-D solids and continuing to do math learning and centers for making 10.
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Tomorrow AM students attend school.
Weather permitting we are taking the students outside for outdoor learning and gym.
Students are learning about 3-D solids and continuing to do math learning and centers for making 10.
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Tuesday, 21 May 2019
This Week in Kindergarten
The double grapheme blend for this week is "ee". Challenge your child to tell you 10 words with the double ee grapheme.
The word work and spelling words for this week are fish, rabbit, pet, it and by. Students have been using these words in simple sentences.
AM students attend school on Friday.
Thank you for returning library books in such a timely manner. It is appreciated and Mrs. Strome is congratulating students on bringing in their books and the excellent care that students are taking to keep them in good condition!
We are learning about healthy and unhealthy snacks an students are doing sorting activities, art and charting tasks for health and active living.
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
The double grapheme blend for this week is "ee". Challenge your child to tell you 10 words with the double ee grapheme.
The word work and spelling words for this week are fish, rabbit, pet, it and by. Students have been using these words in simple sentences.
AM students attend school on Friday.
Thank you for returning library books in such a timely manner. It is appreciated and Mrs. Strome is congratulating students on bringing in their books and the excellent care that students are taking to keep them in good condition!
We are learning about healthy and unhealthy snacks an students are doing sorting activities, art and charting tasks for health and active living.
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Friday, 17 May 2019
Happy May Long Weekend
Just a reminder that there is no school on Friday, May 17th or Monday, May 20th. Students will return to school on Tuesday, May 21st. On Tuesday it is Multicolour day. Students are invited to wear their uniform OR as many colours as possible!
Have a great long weekend!
Have a great long weekend!
Wednesday, 15 May 2019
Coming up in Math
We have been working on Friendly Tens in Math and are slowly going to start transitioning into learning about 3D shapes. We will review different 2D shapes and compare them to various 3D shapes.
On Tuesday, May 21st students are invited to participate in our spirit day which it Muli-Colour Day. Students are asked to wear as many colours as possible on this day,
Reminders:
- Math night is tomorrow from 6:00 - 7:30
- No school on Friday or Monday
- Multi-colour day is on Tuesday, March 21st
On Tuesday, May 21st students are invited to participate in our spirit day which it Muli-Colour Day. Students are asked to wear as many colours as possible on this day,
Reminders:
- Math night is tomorrow from 6:00 - 7:30
- No school on Friday or Monday
- Multi-colour day is on Tuesday, March 21st
Tuesday, 14 May 2019
Coming up this week
This week we are learning about the double grapheme oy. Can your child think of any words that have an oy in them? Our 5 spelling words this week are play, me, was, not and bird.
This week we have a short week. There is no school for any students this Friday and no school on Monday, May 20th.
Math Night is on Thursday, May 16th from 6:00 - 7:30. During this time, parents will learn about a math problem in the gym and then come join their students to work on the task together in the classroom. Please return the green slip if you plan on joining.
Tomorrow Ms. Phillips' AM and PM classes are going bowling. Please make sure that your child is dressed for the weather!
Reminders:
- Room 4 is going bowling tomorrow .- please dress for the weather
- Math night is on Thursday from 6:00 - 7:30
- No school on Friday or Monday
This week we have a short week. There is no school for any students this Friday and no school on Monday, May 20th.
Math Night is on Thursday, May 16th from 6:00 - 7:30. During this time, parents will learn about a math problem in the gym and then come join their students to work on the task together in the classroom. Please return the green slip if you plan on joining.
Tomorrow Ms. Phillips' AM and PM classes are going bowling. Please make sure that your child is dressed for the weather!
Reminders:
- Room 4 is going bowling tomorrow .- please dress for the weather
- Math night is on Thursday from 6:00 - 7:30
- No school on Friday or Monday
Thursday, 9 May 2019
End of Week Reminders
PM students attend school on Friday!
Math Evening Thursday, May 16th
Thank you for your response and if you haven't done so already please send in any RSVPs to your student's teacher if you are attending our Mathematical Experience at the school next Thursday. We're looking forward to sharing this Math evening with you and your children.
There is no school for all students Friday, May 17th. It is a teacher PD day.
Monday, May 20th there is also no school as it's a civic holiday.
Enjoy the May Long weekend!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Math Evening Thursday, May 16th
Thank you for your response and if you haven't done so already please send in any RSVPs to your student's teacher if you are attending our Mathematical Experience at the school next Thursday. We're looking forward to sharing this Math evening with you and your children.
There is no school for all students Friday, May 17th. It is a teacher PD day.
Monday, May 20th there is also no school as it's a civic holiday.
Enjoy the May Long weekend!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Monday, 6 May 2019
This Week in Kindergarten
We are learning the digraph blend ay this week. Students are brainstorming lists of words that have the ay, listening to poems to work on rhyme and using pictures of words with ay in them then saying the word out loud.
The spelling words for this week are dog, cat, you, for and see.
Library
Please return all library books for Thursday. Students are working on only having one book to bring back from home and taking one out to prepare them for next year's library rules.
PM students only attend this coming Friday.
Ms. Phillips and her class are doing a book study on When Stella Was Very, Very Small. Students are learning about characters in a book, continuing to work on retelling stories, identifying key details that are included in their pictures and verbal recounting and sequencing of the events.
We Have Mail!
Students are bringing home green letters to inform you of the Math evening being held at the school next Thursday evening with a sign up slip for attending that evening to return to teachers. We would be more than happy to answer any questions you have about the event. We hope to see you all next Thursday, May 16th.
Worms Returning Home
Our worms are returning home this coming Friday! It's been a fun and educational experience and we'll miss them!
Ms. Phillips and Ms. Rothe
Friday, 3 May 2019
URGENT! Ms. Rothe's AM Class needs 1 volunteer
WE ARE STILL LOOKING FOR ONE MORE VOLUNTEER FOR MS. ROTHE'S AM CLASS. IF WE CANNOT GET ONE MORE VOLUNTEER BY MONDAY, MAY 6TH THE BOWLING TRIP WILL HAVE TO BE CANCELLED. PLEASE EMAIL MS. ROTHE IF YOU HAVE A CBE POLICE CLEARANCE AND YOU ARE ABLE TO VOLUNTEER FROM 9:15 - 11:00.
Wednesday, 1 May 2019
Friendly Tens
We have been continuing to learn about friendly tens through the use of games. Here is a video that your child can watch to help them remember their friendly ten numbers. We will be assessing student on their friendly tens in the near future.
Reminder:
- No school for PM students on Friday
- Ms. Rothe's class is going bowling on May 8th - 2 students in the PM class need to bring back their Field Trip form and we are still looking for one more volunteer for the AM class. If we cannot get a volunteer then we will have to cancel the field trip
Tuesday, 30 April 2019
Healthy Eating
Today our school nurse gave a presentation to each of the kindergarten classes. They discussed
the importance of making healthy food choices and learned about 3 different food groups. They then played a game to sort different foods into the correct food group. Ask your child what an example of a protein is.
Reminders:
- Hats off for Mental Health is TOMORROW. Students can wear their uniform or a hat and casual clothes.
- Please email your child's teacher if you are able to volunteer for bowling. We are still looking for volunteers.
- There is no school for PM students this Friday - AM students only
DATE CHANGE! HATS ON FOR MENTAL HEALTH
Sorry for the confusion! The date for Hats on for Mental Health is on
Wednesday, May 1st
Students are welcome to wear a hat and regular clothes rather than their uniform tomorrow. On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Albertans are invited to take part in Hats On! For Mental Health and wear a hat to raise awareness of the importance of positive mental health.
Wednesday, May 1st
Students are welcome to wear a hat and regular clothes rather than their uniform tomorrow. On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Albertans are invited to take part in Hats On! For Mental Health and wear a hat to raise awareness of the importance of positive mental health.
You can learn more about supporting positive mental health in schools by visiting the Alberta government website at www.alberta.ca/mental-health-in-schools.aspx
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