Ms. Brasil's Grade 1 Class!: May 2019

Friday, May 31, 2019

Day 161

Happy Finally Sunny Friday!

Upcoming dates:

Tuesday, June 5 - African Lion Safari Field Trip
Wednesday, June 6 - Raptors Day
Wednesday, June 12 - Year-End Play Day
Monday, June 10 - House Cup Day - Wear House Colours
Friday, June 14 - Last day of school and promotion ceremony

Agenda:

Field trip on Tuesday
Summative presentations June 3 and 5
Spelling sentences due next Friday
Spelling test next Friday
Read 30 minutes/comprehension

SJA Summer Camp

With summer around the corner, what better way for your children to spend the summer but here at SJA! SJA summer camp registrations were sent home earlier this year. We are offering 7 weeks of summer fun with a minimum of 3 excursions per week. There is lunch and snack options and before and after care available. Register before it is too late! Ms. Hughes would be happy to answer any questions you may have. She can be reached at bsmith@stjudesacademy.com

Math
Today we did another activity to explore mass of certain objects. We picked 4 things in the classroom to weigh with our scale. We talked about how when the scale is straight and balanced, the two things are even in weight. We used blocks to measure how heavy the objects we picked were. The students first estimated how many blocks they though each object would weigh. Then we added one block at a time until each object was balanced on the scale. We recorded their weight and then we put them in order from lightest to heaviest.

French

Please see Mlle Jessica's blog at http://mllehousja.blogspot.com

Physical Education

Ms. Yustin was away at Track and Field today so I took the students outside and we did various activities such as trying to throw balls into the targets, throwing the ball as far as they could and then we did a few races. They did such a great job and it was so nice getting outside in the beautiful weather.

Unit of Inquiry

Today I gave students 2 periods to finish their summative projects. They finished making their dioramas and then once they finished they got together with a partner to practice their presentation. Our presentations will be on Monday and Wednesday.

Have a great weekend!

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Day 159

Happy Windy Wednesday!

Upcoming dates:

Friday, May 31 - SJA vs TMA Track and Field Competition
Tuesday, June 5 - African Lion Safari Field Trip
Wednesday, June 12 - Year-End Play Day
Friday, June 14 - Last day of school and promotion ceremony

Agenda:

Field trip on Tuesday
Summative presentations June 3 and 5
Spelling sentences due next Friday
Read 15 minutes
Math test signed and returned
Bring all library books back

A Note from Ms. Hayward

Math
Today we reviewed what mass was. We discussed how we could measuring the mass of something by seeing how much it weighs. Students got to look at 2 different scales and we discussed how they were different and how we could use them. We also talked about how if 2 things were on the scale, the one that was closer to the floor was the heavier one, because it has more weight to push it down. Then we predicted the order of the weight of the 4 objects we had. Students had to put the objects in order from lightest to heaviest. Then we tested them on our scale to find out what the results would be. Students recorded the results. Then I had 4 students each pick an item to weigh. We predicted their order and then recorded the results. The students had so much fun with this activity!

French

Please see Mlle Jessica's blog at http://mllehousja.blogspot.com

Reading Buddies

Today we had a visit from Mr. Conte's grade 5 class for reading buddies. We love having them join us and helping us read!

UOI with Language Focus

Today we read the last 2 chapters of our novel study book. Then we talked about what happened and the students thought about which part of the book was their favourite. We shared our thoughts and talked about what we learned about the rainforest from the book. Students also got 15 more spelling words. These will be the last ones we do for the rest of the year. The corresponding spelling sentences will be due next Friday.

Physical Education

Please see Ms.Yustin's blog at https://sjaayustin.blogspot.com

Unit of Inquiry

Today we continued working on our summative projects. The students got some more time to make their diorama. They are coming along nicely! Our presentations will be on June 3 and 5.

Have a great evening!

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UNITS OF INQUIRY

Unit 1 - Rules, Relationships and Responsibilities

Central Idea: People living around the world all have relationships, rules, and responsibilities.

Lines of Inquiry:

- Important relationships within the community

- Home, school and community rules and their importance

-How rules and relationships change over time

Key Concepts

- reflection

- responsibility

Unit 2 - We are Going Pre-Historic

Central Idea: Animals can change and adapt over time

Lines of Inquiry:

-Describe animals which lived on earth during the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous Period

-How information about dinosaurs is gathered

- Ways people can protect living things which are endangered or extinct

Key Concepts

- causation, connection, change

Unit 3 - Outrageously Organized

Central Idea: People often use organization as a system to establish order.

Lines of Inquiry:

- Reasons why people use systems of organization

- Strategies to organize ourselves at home, school, and in our community,

-Consequences of a presence or absence of organization

Key Concepts

- causation

- connection

- change

Unit 4 - Inventions, Innovations and Discovery

Central Idea: Inventions are a response to challenges and opportunities, and impact our daily lives.

Lines of Inquiry:

The origins of different inventions and how they have changed over time

· Events that lead to the creation of important inventions

Significant inventors and the importance of their inventions

Key Concepts

- causation

-function

Unit 5 - Art Attack

Central Idea: People use art forms to express their culture.

Lines of Inquiry:

· -The art forms of local and international cultures both past and present

· -How art is used for expression and communication

· -How art can demonstrate various cultural experiences (e.g. language, beliefs)

Key Concepts

- perspective

- reflection

Unit 6 - Hoppy Hoppy Habitats

Central Idea: Living things require specific conditions within a healthy environment to survive.

Lines of Inquiry:

· Needs of plants and animals within various ecosystems.

· The characteristics which define habitats around the world.

· The ways human actions can affect ecosystems.

Key Concepts

- change

- responsibility

- form

IB Learner Profile

IB learners strive to be:

1. Inquirers
2. Knowledgeable
3. Thinkers
4. Communicators
5. Risk-takers
6. Open-minded
7. Caring
8. Balanced
9. Principled
10. Reflective

Spelling Words and Homework

What is Action?

Many people think that Action is easy to define. It is something you do, right? But Action is much more than that. Action is a part of who we are. If we want to change the world we need to start with changing ourselves. But sometimes change is hard. How do we make changes to the way we think so we can help the world?

If we want children to make a difference in the world we need to help them personalize the action they take, and understand that it is not just a mandate from their teachers and parents, but a life long mindset they develop. Taking action can happen at any age. It’s all about how we as parents, educators, and the community, support children and youth as they begin the learning journey towards becoming adults that are change agents!

I’d love to hear about the action your children take part in at home and in the greater community. Please send me a quick email or agenda note to let me know so we can celebrate together!

About Me

Hello, my name is Sara Brasil and I am so excited to be joining St Jude's Academy for the remainder of the school year! I completed my education at Wilfrid Laurier University and Nipissing University where I achieved an undergraduate degree and a teaching degree. My background is Portuguese, and I will be getting married this October.
For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to be a teacher and worked hard to pursue my dream. I love working with children and working alongside them to build their potential and realize their own dreams!
I look forward to a great year getting to know you and your child and helping them grow to be the best they can be.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at sbrasil@stjudesacademy.com

Ms. Brasil's Grade 1 Class!

Friday, May 31, 2019

Day 161

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Day 159

Promotion Ceremony Pictures

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