Learning For NOVEMBER!

Language:

• Using "Six Traits + 1" Writing - We are currently working on the First Trait "IDEAS".  Students will be learning how to create and expand their writing ideas using different techniques like "Show Me, Don't Tell Me".
• Students will start to work on their First BOOKTALK of the year (1 of 3).  The rubric and explanation and modelling of a book will be done in class so that students know what to do.
• Presentations of the BOOKTALKS will follow suit toward the end of November.

Math:

• We are currently finishing up our unit on Patterning (Unit 1).
• We will be going back to Unit 2: Number Sense and Numeration and working on our division skills.  Division is usually tough for students but completing homework on time will help with the development of this skills.  Continue with Multiplication skills at home!

Science:

• We are finishing up our unit on "Conservation of Energy". 
• We will be starting "Forces Acting on Structures and Mechanisms".  A project will be coming home soon.  Class time and home time will be needed to complete the building of their structure.  (Note: start to save a cereal box in the next couple of weeks as it will be needed for the project).

Social Studies:

• We are currently finishing up our unit on the "Canadian Government".  We will be reviewing "Rights and Responsibilities" and the "Election Process".

CUPS - You're Gonna Miss Me!

We are all learning the song "You're Gonna Miss Me" along with CUPS pattern.
 
Take a look at the Music Video and The Tutorial on How to follow the pattern!
 
Enjoy!

You're Gonna Miss Me

Tutorial

Canadian Governement

In Grade 5 we have been learning about the Government of Canada.

Check the links below for websites for additional information about what we have been learning in class.

The Three Levels of Government

Federal Level of Governement

Learn about our Prime Ministers

What is an Election?

How do we Vote?

Who do we vote for?

Learn about the Election Process in class!!!!

Convervation of Energy

Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy:








Conservation of Energy:  Listen to Mr. Edmund's Song!

Mr. Edmund - Energy Song *Click here*

 
Kinetic and Potential Energy:

Character Education

Congratulations to the grade five students who have received awards for demonstrating respect and responsibility this year at H.J.! Each month, we discuss the importance of a specific character trait and we encourage students to demonstrate these positive traits in the classroom and on the playground.

The grade five teachers congratulate the following students for being good role models:

Respect - Mahzuzah, Aisha, Hawo, Tochukwu
Responsibility - Karen, Senthurshan, Natasha, Sinthujah

Learn more about character development at the Toronto District School Board here:
http://www.tdsb.on.ca/ElementarySchool/TheClassroom/CharacterDevelopment.aspx

Welcome to Grade 5!

 Dear Students, Parents and Guardians,

Welcome back! We are very excited to kick off a brand new school year.  In order to have a fun filled year, we will all work together to create a safe learning environment. This will mean we will RESPECT one another and be RESPONSIBLE for our actions and our learning.

Agendas:
Please check your child’s agenda on a daily basis and initial to indicate that you have checked for notes.  Your child will list any assigned homework in their agendas.  Daily reading is always strongly encouraged.

Tests and Assignments:
All tests and assignments will be sent home. This is to provide you, the parent, with details of how your child is doing in school.  Please sign your child’s work and have them return it to school the next day.  We will keep a file of all assessed work in the classroom.  Assessment dates are indicated in advance and students have ample opportunity to study and prepare for all tests and quizzes.

Phys. Ed:
Please ensure that all students have a change of shoes to be worn during gym.  Flip flops and sandals are not considered proper footwear as they can be unsafe during some physical activity.

Indoor Shoes:
Students are required to bring a pair of indoor shoes to be kept at school so that mud and dirt from the yard is not brought into the classroom.  Shoes can be stored in a plastic bag that would hang from their hook.  It is recommended that students wear running shoes so that they can also be used during gym class.

Important Reminders!!!
·         It is the students’ responsibility to write their homework in their agenda daily and return it to school the following day signed by their parent(s) with their homework completed.
·         We are a peanut-free school.  No food with traces of peanuts is allowed.
·         Please be advised that all students must be lined up by the portable door ready for school entry at 8:55 a.m. and in our class ready to learn by 9:00 a.m.
·         School will end at 3:15 p.m. and all students are expected to leave the school grounds immediately after they exit the classroom.

Should you wish to contact me or have any questions or concerns please contact me at school before or after school hours (416) 394-2359.

We look forward to an exciting year!