Ms. Gandy's Grade 1 Class

Thursday, May 2, 2019

Day 142

Upcoming dates:

Friday, May 3- Grade 6 Exhibition (PYP)

Tuesday, May 7- Arts Night (JK- Grade 2)

Thursday, May 9- Shakespeare Play

Tuesday, May 14- Arts Night (Grades 3-8)

Friday, May 17- PD Day

Monday, May 20- Victoria Day

Thursday, May 23- Track and Field Day

Monday, May 27- Inter-School Spelling Bee

The Grade 6 Exhibition is fast approaching. Ms. Jaskoka’s and Mrs. Haag’s Grade 6 classes have been working very hard on their Exhibition projects for the past few weeks. On Friday, May 3^rd, each Exhibition group will have a chance to present their project and show off all of their hard work. Some of the topics covered this year are homelessness, deforestation, stress, elder abuse and climate change. We will have the opportunity to view the projects on May 3^rd from 12:00-2:00 PM. There will also be an evening viewing for all to attend. The showing will run from 6:00-8:00 PM. Please see flyer below for more information.

Information regarding Art’s Night

Arts Night is quickly approaching and we are very exited to showcase all of our hard work! We would like to formally invite you, your family, and friends to the JK-2 Hollywood Land Performance! Everyone is welcome to attend both performances of 12:00pm and 6:30pm on Tuesday, May 7th.

Please note some important information regarding the evening:
- As parking is limited at the dome, a shuttle bus for all parents will be available beginning at 6:00pm from SJA to the dome and then from the dome back at the end of the performance.
-Students need to be in their classroom by 6:00pm sharp, ready for their performance (costumes, props etc.)
- There is no food or drinks allowed in the dome, but bottles of water and dates will be provided for the end of the performance.

- At the end of the performance students can be picked up in their classrooms at SJA. Due to safety concerns students cannot be picked up at the dome.
We ask that all parents PLEASE enjoy their night and stay until the very end as there is a finale that students are to be present for.

We are looking forward to a wonderful evening with you! If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact bsmith@stjudesacademy.com or omanning@stjudesacademy.com

Happy Tremendous Thursday!

Arts Night Performance: Today we spent the majority of the day at the dome practicing for arts night! Just a friendly reminder regarding costumes, children should come to school with their costume on Tuesday hung on a hanger labeled with their name. I will hang them on my coat rack and children can change into them for the afternoon performance. Students can then take them home and get ready for the evening performance.

Math:Today students wrote their math test!

Agenda:

Spelling test tomorrow

Spelling sentences due tomorrow

Nature Quest money and form by May 9^th

Practice arts night song and actions

Inquiry into Language: Today students began working on their rough draft of a letter to their mom about why they are the best! I will not spoil them until the good copy is finished.

Unit of Inquiry: Today students completed their cultural dolls! Once they completed I had them practicing for their presentation. They should be able to discuss the dress from their cultural background and the significance. They can also touch on other aspects of their cultural and how they express themselves through beliefs, language, dance and/ or food. Presentations will be held next Wednesday!

Have a wonderful evening,

Love,

Miss Gandy

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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. 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 child takes 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.

Lunch Menu

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Mon. - Penne with sauce or butter OR Grilled Cheese on white bread

Tues.- Chicken fingers (2 or 3) OR Chicken Tacos (2 or 3)

Weds. - Cheese OR Pepperoni Pizza

Thurs.- Hotdog (beef or chicken) OR Hamburger (beef or veggie) OR Veggie Pasta

Fri. - Mac and cheese OR Cheese Quesadillas (2 or 3) OR Special of the Month

Everyday items

Side of rice

Side of fries (cooked in an air fryer)

Veggies and dip

Crackers and cheese

Cheese sandwich on white bread or whole wheat

Jam sandwich on white bread or whole wheat

Veggie Wrap

Turkey Wrap

Bagel and cream cheese

Soup (tomato or chicken noodle)

Chocolate or white milk

Apple or orange juice

Yogurt tube

Healthy choice cookie (Halal)

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

- The importance of home, school and community rules

- The changes of rules and relationships over time

Key Concepts

Change,Responsibility, Connection

Unit 2 - We are going Prehistoric

Central Idea: Animals can change and adapt over time

Lines of Inquiry:

- Ways we gather information to tell us about Dinosaurs.

- Animals that lived on Earth during the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods.

- How animals and plants survived or became extinct in the prehistoric period.

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 inventions and their inventors

Key Concepts

- Causation, Function, Form

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, Form

Unit 6 – Animal Kingdom

Central Idea: Diverse habitats support unique communities of living things

Lines of Inquiry:

- Needs of plants and animals within various ecosystems.

- The characteristics that define habitats around the world.

- The ways human actions can affect ecosystems.

Key Concepts

- Change, Responsibility, Form