February 23rd to February 27th

This week, we had fantastic walking trip to Fish Creek. We were fortunate to have a beautiful, warm morning in the park. Throughout the year, we have been reading the book, When the Trees Crackle with Cold. The book connects to the moon calendar of the northern Cree. It is written in both English and Plains Cree, introducing the students to the connection between Indigenous ways of knowing and the land. We began our morning with a walk in the park, looking for signs connected to the book, recording our ideas and observations and we explored.

We then connected to our learning in science with magnetism. The students learned how to use a compass and worked in small groups, practicing finding different directions and travelling with the support of the compass.

Learning Outcomes:

I can demonstrate respect when interacting with plants and animals in local environments.

I can look for evidence of animals (footprints, fur, trails, etc.)

Questions to ask your child:

What signs of animals did you notice on the trip?

What are the signs from nature from the book, When the Trees Crackle with Cold, are represented in our art?

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May 5th to May 9th

Over the last two weeks, the students have been highly engaged in our gymnastics unit in physical education. They have been exploring a variety of balances and methods of travel, working to challenge themselves to utilize differing levels such as a low balance such as the splits or a high balance on the balls of their feet. They were extremely excited when they entered the gym on Monday and found the equipment set up. They have had the opportunity to try ropes, ladders, beams and bars. It has been wonderful to see how different each student approaches each piece of equipment. Learning Outcomes: I can understand that elements of movement are integrated through various combinations to create movement. I can integrate elements of movement in various physical activities. I can engage in physical activities that are enjoyable or rewarding. Questions to ask your child: What apparatus have you enjoyed the most? (beam, bar, ladder...) Is there an apparatus you have found challenging? What is a...

June 16th to June 20th

It is heard to believe that this was our final week week of the school year. The time has definitely flown past. Despite how close we are to the end of the year, the students have been working incredibly hard his week. We finished up our work in angles in math and the students completed their social studies research on The North West Mounted Police and early settlement in Alberta. Then, they worked to represent their learning in a Google Slideshow. This was a perfect connection to our Western Heritage Day where we enjoyed a pancake breakfast and afternoon of Western themes games with our buddies. We were also incredibly to learn about hoop dancing through a fantastic performance by Jay Genaille.

April 14th to April 17th

In Science, we moved into our next unit of study Earth Systems. We kicked off our unit from an in class learning opportunity. Our guest presenter introduced us to a huge amount of new information as we learned about the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere. We learned all about the Earth’s systems and investigated how their interconnections sustain life on our planet! We discovered how water, sun and air support plants and animals on Earth and the responsibility we share in caring for our resources. We then learned how changes in one system affect or impact the other systems on Earth. The students were excited to create their own three dimensional models showing all four spheres. They cannot wait to bring them home to share with you. A huge thank you to Parent Council for making this presentation possible and to the volunteers who were so generous with their time and energy. We then worked to solidify our learning but taking part in one of the student's favourite activit...

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