Hello Families,
Some of the fun and exciting things that we did this were:
- beginning our work with ratios. Students participated in a quick review about the various ways that you can represent a ratio, (ex. 3/1, 3:1 and 3 to 1), practiced writing ratios from pictures, symbols and word problems. Students then moved onto working in the abstract, with ratio boxes and identifying the relationship pattern in order to correctly complete the boxes.
- expanding our learning of coordinate graphing by using it with help with their learning about the phases of the moon!
- Have and art session with Ms. Sharon! Ms. Sharon is back again to help us create a school wide collaborative art project. The theme is patterns in nature and each class signed up to create a piece with a different pattern. Ours is meteor showers! During our first session we talked about how meteor showers take place and how they are predictable, therefore a pattern. We then added colour to thin paper that other in the school had already started on by making patterns. These papers will be torn into little pieces and added to several classes' larger pieces. Next week our class will add out meteor shower art onto our piece and when complete will be placed in a frame in the hallway with all other classes' work in the foyer to create a beautiful gallery for all who visit our school to enjoy. Stay tuned for pictures from next week's session to see our piece!
- exploring extreme weather, floods and tornadoes, to understand how they take place and how they affect people. Students will dig deeper into their research by looking at tsunamis and thunderstorms and when they have finished we will look at how people can prepare for each type of weather and how to stay safe during an event.
- collaborating to present Earth Day Reader's Theatre! Students broke into three groups to practice sharing information on how they can contribute to keeping the earth clean. Students learned about reducing, reusing and recycling as well as conservation in a creative way. Two groups presented today and demonstrated speaking clearly, with fluidity and expression, as well as adding in some creativity with props and character voices. We all look forward to the third groups' presentation on Monday.
- engaged in some Earth Day planting! Student filled eco-friendly pots with soli and planted some wildflowers. We are planning on taking care of them until they are well sprouted and will then look for a great location to transplant them!
UPDATES:
- Lockdown Practice on Tuesday: The safety of all students and staff of Lake Bonavista School is of paramount importance. To that end, we continue to practice and establish appropriate safety measures for the various situations that may occur and affect our staff and students.
Fire drills are a long-standing expectation of everyone who congregates in a setting such as a school. We are required to have a minimum of six fire drills each school year. Our students and staff treat each drill as though it was the real thing and we are very proud of their ability to complete those drills. Teachers keep class lists with them during all drills and attendance is always taken. Parents or other visitors are expected to evacuate the building when the fire alarm is sounded.
Today we practiced a drill known as a “Lockdown” with the support of Calgary Police Service. This was our second practice of the year and teachers have instructed the students regarding their role. No one is allowed to enter or leave the building during a lockdown procedure. An outside bell rings continuously to alert that we are in lockdown. This bell serves as a reminder to stay away from the building and call 911.
As we continue to practice and refine our school safety procedures, other safety precautions we have in place include:
- Locking all doors
- Walkie-Talkies
- Visitors are expected to register at the office
- Volunteers must complete a CBE Volunteer clearance including a Police Information Check (ePIC) and wear nametags at all times
- Substitute Teachers are provided with emergency information
Staff have thoroughly reviewed emergency plans with the children. We appreciate your support in these very important matters.
- Lake Bonavista School Council presents the Spring Flower Fundraiser! This year, we are excited to offer two plant fundraisers to shop from. Saskatoon Farms is a local experience and garden centre that will not disappoint! Planstie is a local, trendy indoor plant retailer that offers modern options for your home!
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