Hello Families,

We have settled back into school very well, following Spring Break.  This week we have focused on measurement in math, looking at metric length. In literacy we have finished writing our chapter books and have moved on to our class novel study, "Front Desk." Today we have been doing an Escape Room Challenge related to our Social Studies project on Alberta. We have also been finishing up our dodecahedron art project related to the regions of Alberta. They are going to look amazing. We are also concluding our focus on the weather and climate in science, and will be moving onto chemistry in the coming weeks.

We joined the Tyrrell Museum online this week to learn about fossils in our province. The children enjoyed this interactive experience.

Over the next couple of weeks, our health focus will be on human sexuality education.

Grade 4: Describe physical, emotional and social changes that occur during puberty

Grade 5: Identify the basic components of the human reproductive system, and describe the basic functions of the various components.

All families have received a letter about this. If you wish your child to participate, you do not need to return the letter. Your child will be included. If you wish your child to refrain from taking part, please return the letter.

In art we will be building tree sculptures, based on the work of Indigenous artist, Leah Dorion. In gym we have started learning baseball skills, and as the weather has improved, we will be able to move this outside. The weather continues to be changeable, so having access to a coat and sensible outdoor shoes is essential. 

Next Wednesday, our Grade 5 children will be joining Dr Egbert School on-line for a virtual tour of the school. You will have received a letter inviting you to join a virtual meeting next Thursday, April 15th.  Please connect with us if you have any questions. 

Incredibly, we now have only 11 weeks left in school before the end of the school year. We continue to be grateful for our amazing children and their families for how this very difficult year has been managed. 

Wishing you a wonderful weekend.

Mrs Coldbeck and the Grade 4/5 Students of Room 14.