Wednesday 31 May 2017
May 31, 2017
Today students learned how to create comics. We learned the importance of conveying our story through detailed illustrations and only a few words.
Tuesday 30 May 2017
May 30, 2017
Over the next month, we will be focusing on basic fact recall using Math Fluency Tickets. Students will begin at +0 and work their way to +9. It is a fun, fast way to review facts on a daily basis, students love racing the clock. Each day, your child will bring home their ticket to share with you. Having rote recall of the basic facts makes all of the other addition and subtraction we are doing in class much easier!
Two members of the Devon Lions Club joined us today for the Lions Project Pride presentation and to present the Grade 1s with their special Canadian flag. During the presentation, we learned two rules about owning a flag: 1. It should not be waved indoors and 2. It should not touch the floor. Please take care of your flag and wave it with pride on Canada Day!
Two members of the Devon Lions Club joined us today for the Lions Project Pride presentation and to present the Grade 1s with their special Canadian flag. During the presentation, we learned two rules about owning a flag: 1. It should not be waved indoors and 2. It should not touch the floor. Please take care of your flag and wave it with pride on Canada Day!
Monday 29 May 2017
May 29, 2017
This is a reminder that your child has access to the xtraMath.org, mathletics.com & prodigygame.com, which offer opportunities for review of the concepts taught thus far, including: sorting, patterning, numbers to 100, basic facts, addition/subtraction to 100, measurement and data analysis. Access to these sites will remain active over the summer.
Today we continued measuring things around the classroom using a variety of non-standard measures. Then, we ventured outdoors to take advantage of the beautiful Spring day and measure things outside!
Mr. Coffin was in our class for the afternoon, while I completed the Grade 1 year-end Dibels reading benchmarks. This is the final step in the inaugural year of the Grade 1 reading block. Grade 1 team is very excited that the program has been met with much success and positive feedback. The Grade 2s will complete their reading benchmarks tomorrow morning using the STAR reading assessment.
The final 1-2E Newsletter has been posted to our website.
The final 1-2E Newsletter has been posted to our website.
Friday 26 May 2017
May 26, 2017
Congratulations to Emily, who was the 1-2E Student of the Week!
Today in Math, we began our exploration of measurement. We used non-standard measure (unifix cubes) to measure length and height of various objects around our classroom. Did you know that a Peyton's water bottle is 9 unifix cubes tall?
School photos are coming home today! WOWZERS, 1-2E students are adorable!!
Today in Math, we began our exploration of measurement. We used non-standard measure (unifix cubes) to measure length and height of various objects around our classroom. Did you know that a Peyton's water bottle is 9 unifix cubes tall?
School photos are coming home today! WOWZERS, 1-2E students are adorable!!
Thursday 25 May 2017
May 25, 2017
Today the Grade 2s hung up the beautiful, multi-medium artwork that culminates our exploration of Meteghan, Saskatoon and Iqaluit in Social Studies. And the Grade 1s hung up their root vegetable watercolours which are part of our science unit on Plants and Animals.
The Grade 2s are hard are hard at work learning to subtract to 100 with regrouping. This tricky concept is one that requires extensive practice to master.
Reminder to bring home reading back to tomorrow and also that it is our sort test day.
The Grade 2s are hard are hard at work learning to subtract to 100 with regrouping. This tricky concept is one that requires extensive practice to master.
Reminder to bring home reading back to tomorrow and also that it is our sort test day.
Wednesday 24 May 2017
May 24, 2017
Wow, what a change in the weather! In an attempt to stay warm and dry, we were inside all day. There was no track or recess for students, as the wind and rain were pretty intense.
Our Language Arts unit on Poetry has been a huge hit with the Grade 1s and 2s. Today we learned about shape poems. Students first created them the traditional way, using pencils and pens. Then we grabbed our Chromebooks and used wordart.com to generate shape poems.
We began our A Little Birdie Told Me art project today and are eager to finish them tomorrow. They will be on display for all to view at the Volunteer Tea next week. We hope to see all of the amazing 1-2E volunteers there!
Our Language Arts unit on Poetry has been a huge hit with the Grade 1s and 2s. Today we learned about shape poems. Students first created them the traditional way, using pencils and pens. Then we grabbed our Chromebooks and used wordart.com to generate shape poems.
We began our A Little Birdie Told Me art project today and are eager to finish them tomorrow. They will be on display for all to view at the Volunteer Tea next week. We hope to see all of the amazing 1-2E volunteers there!
Tuesday 23 May 2017
May 23, 2017
I hope you all enjoyed this beautiful day and are able to spend some time outdoors this evening!
Today was Tasty Tuesday. Thank you to Mrs. Dowdall, who provided the ingredients for our tasty Frog-wiches.
Reminder: Tomorrow is our class photo day.
Today was Tasty Tuesday. Thank you to Mrs. Dowdall, who provided the ingredients for our tasty Frog-wiches.
Reminder: Tomorrow is our class photo day.
Thursday 18 May 2017
May 18, 2017
Twin day was officially cancelled, although today I realized that an announcement must not have gone home to the parents. SO..... we had a several adorable TWINS in our class. Check it out!
Bike Rodeo is the best way to end a week of Bike Safety; there is nothing more fun than riding our bike around obstacles in the arena! Thank you to Mrs. Babb, who joined us on for this activity!
The Grade 2s also had their soapstone day today.
Bike Rodeo is the best way to end a week of Bike Safety; there is nothing more fun than riding our bike around obstacles in the arena! Thank you to Mrs. Babb, who joined us on for this activity!
The Grade 2s also had their soapstone day today.
Wednesday 17 May 2017
May 17, 2017
Yesterday, in poetry we used our 5 senses to brainstorm about Spring and Winter, today we created our poems. Students are really enjoying this writing unit.
Boat Trial #2 went well, only a few minor modifications are needed in preparation for the final test run tomorrow.
Reminder that tomorrow is our Bike Rodeo, thank you to those who have already volunteered, everyone is welcome and can meet us at the arena at 10:25.
Boat Trial #2 went well, only a few minor modifications are needed in preparation for the final test run tomorrow.
Reminder that tomorrow is our Bike Rodeo, thank you to those who have already volunteered, everyone is welcome and can meet us at the arena at 10:25.
Tuesday 16 May 2017
May 16, 2017
Boat Trial #1 happened today! There was some excitement, but also some disappointment. Students made many modifications to their boats and are eager to participate in Trial #2 tomorrow.
Making a car is harder than one would think! Most Grade 1s were able to create a car body and attach tires, however, getting those tires to turn was very tricky.
Making a car is harder than one would think! Most Grade 1s were able to create a car body and attach tires, however, getting those tires to turn was very tricky.
Monday 15 May 2017
May 15, 2017
Today was the first day of bike safety and fortunate for us, the weather cooperated! Students enjoyed learning the names of the parts of their bike, doing a safety check and of course, RIDING!!
In science, the Grade 1s built cars, which they will be racing tomorrow. The Grade 2s build their boat, based on the blueprint they had created last Friday. Their boat must: float, carry a load and propel; we are eager to test them tomorrow.
In science, the Grade 1s built cars, which they will be racing tomorrow. The Grade 2s build their boat, based on the blueprint they had created last Friday. Their boat must: float, carry a load and propel; we are eager to test them tomorrow.
Sunday 14 May 2017
Happy Mother's Day!
I wish each of you a very happy Mother's Day and hope you have an amazing day with your little ones!
Friday 12 May 2017
May 12, 2017
Congratulations to Ella, who was the 1-2E Student of the Week!
Today we finished our secret art project and also wrapped our Mother's Day gifts. Students are excited to share their special creations with you on Sunday. Dads, please check your email.
Thursday 11 May 2017
May 11, 2017
Today students did their final science journal entry on their Basil People. They had an opportunity today to trim and taste this delicious plant.
We also launched our poetry unit by having each student prepare and present the poem that they brought from home. There were some very creative renditions of vastly different poems.
We also launched our poetry unit by having each student prepare and present the poem that they brought from home. There were some very creative renditions of vastly different poems.
Wednesday 10 May 2017
May 10, 2017
Our day began with a visit from the Health Nurse, where students learned about helmet safety and brain injuries. We learned the 2-V-1 rule and each student received a brain stress ball to bring home! On Friday, we will have a helmet specialist visit RBES to check each child's helmet in preparation for bike safety next week. Please ensure your child brings his/her helmet to school on Friday.
During Science, the Grade 1s created furniture for their homes. The Grade 2s learned about materials that sink and float, and also experimented with boat shapes using clay.
Tuesday 9 May 2017
May 9, 2017
We are loving our current science units!! The Grade 1s were busy today creating a building that contains: doors, walls, windows and a roof. They look awesome! Students are looking forward to furnishing their buildings tomorrow.
The Grade 2s are hard at work researching about: parts of boats, types of boats, propulsion and shapes of boats. This knowledge will help each crew when creating their boat blueprints later this week.
The Grade 2s are hard at work researching about: parts of boats, types of boats, propulsion and shapes of boats. This knowledge will help each crew when creating their boat blueprints later this week.
Monday 8 May 2017
May 8, 2017
Today, students began their gym/track combined sessions. This means that the 1-2E students will be joining their respective grade for track practice, while the opposite grade works with me on a science unit.
The Grade 1s launched their Building Things unit today by looking at buildings. We concluded that most buildings have: doors, windows, walls and a roof. Tomorrow we will be taking this knowledge and turning a shoe box into a building.
The Grade 2s launched their Boats and Buoyancy unit today. 2E fishermen learned that their community of Meteghan has been hit by a horiffic spring snowstorm and that their boats, which they use daily, have been destroyed. Fortunately the government has provided funding to rebuild 3 boats. So 2E fishermen teamed up, creating boat crews of 2-3. Over the next two weeks, each crew will be working together to learn about boat properties and create a new boat that floats, carries a load and propels.
Students completed their Stacked Animal art today. Stop by our hallway to see them!
The Grade 1s launched their Building Things unit today by looking at buildings. We concluded that most buildings have: doors, windows, walls and a roof. Tomorrow we will be taking this knowledge and turning a shoe box into a building.
The Grade 2s launched their Boats and Buoyancy unit today. 2E fishermen learned that their community of Meteghan has been hit by a horiffic spring snowstorm and that their boats, which they use daily, have been destroyed. Fortunately the government has provided funding to rebuild 3 boats. So 2E fishermen teamed up, creating boat crews of 2-3. Over the next two weeks, each crew will be working together to learn about boat properties and create a new boat that floats, carries a load and propels.
Students completed their Stacked Animal art today. Stop by our hallway to see them!
Friday 5 May 2017
May 5, 2017
Congratulations to Peyton, who was the 1-2E Student of the Week!
The sun was shining, so we joined our friends from 2B outside for a game of soccer!
Today we read the story, Just a Little Bit, and created stacked animal art! We are about half way through the project and can't wait to complete the painting portion on Monday.
The sun was shining, so we joined our friends from 2B outside for a game of soccer!
Today we read the story, Just a Little Bit, and created stacked animal art! We are about half way through the project and can't wait to complete the painting portion on Monday.
Wednesday 3 May 2017
May 3, 2017
1-2E wore their hats today to bring awareness to an important cause today, mental wellness.
This afternoon was the RBES Wellness afternoon. Students from all grades were divided into groups and each group rotated through 3 activities related to mental and physical wellness. I had the pleasure of co-leading the Gardening group with Miss. Starostecki.
Tuesday 2 May 2017
May 2, 2017
Reminders:
- We are still collecting recycling materials for science
- Wednesday is early dismissal.
- Wednesday is Hats on for Mental Health. Students are encouraged to wear their favourite hat to school tomorrow to raise awareness for positive mental health.
- We are still collecting recycling materials for science
- Wednesday is early dismissal.
- Wednesday is Hats on for Mental Health. Students are encouraged to wear their favourite hat to school tomorrow to raise awareness for positive mental health.
Monday 1 May 2017
May 1, 2017
This week is Education Week! We are very excited for all of the fabulous activities that the staff have planned around the ATA Education Week theme, Learning is a Journey.
Thank you to the Devon Lions Club members who came to RBES and read stories to our classes today. Also, thank you for the thoughtful gift that was left for us. Students are very eager to read our new book!
Thank you to the Devon Lions Club members who came to RBES and read stories to our classes today. Also, thank you for the thoughtful gift that was left for us. Students are very eager to read our new book!
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