Busy Day Tomorrow!

Reminder: Please sign your french test for Ms. Caughey.

We have a very exciting day planned for tomorrow! In the morning we will be visiting our Kindergarten buddies with the letters you wrote. After recess we will be in the learning commons for Markerspace time where there will be a large selection of activities, and we will end the afternoon with a holiday movie. Looking forward to our day tomorrow. 

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Math quiz tomorrow

1. Review notes for addition and subtraction math quiz tomorrow.

Busy Day Tomorrow!

Tomorrow is PJ Day, the PRIDE assembly at 9:10, and whole school DPA. :)

Homework and Quiz

1. Finish the Mechanical Advantage worksheet (page 16).

Math quiz on Thurs, Dec 19th. The quiz will cover addition and subtraction, word problems and rounding. 

Have a wonderful weekend!

Homework

1. Finish pulleys all around us worksheet.

Winter Concert Tonight!

There is no homework. Have an amazing time at the concert!!! ❤

Winter Concert Details

The winter concert is on Wed, Dec 11th. Please drop your child off to Mrs. Zupnik's Room 216 at 6:15. They will be supervised by Mrs. Barley. The concert will run from 6:30-7:30. 

Unfortunately my husband is working nights and the concert runs past my girls' bedtime. I know our class will be amazing and I look forward to all the pictures!!! ⛄

Any other questions regarding the concert, please feel free to send me a message through edsby or e-mail me directly at jessica.field@yrdsb.ca.

Homework:

1. Math: Teddy spinners.

Homework

1. Pulleys and Gears title page and page 8 of the worksheet.

Have a happy and safe weekend in the snow! ❄

Homework

1. What's in a Name presentations tomorrow.
2. Class points prize: movie tomorrow.

Have a great night.

Special Announcement

Our class reached another 100 points! Way to go everyone. As their prize the students voted on watching the movie Abominable on Fri, Dec 6th. The students may bring in a "stuffy" and a small blanket/pillow. ❤

Homework:

1. Practice reading aloud the good copy of your "What's In a Name?". Remember your oral mark communication mark will consist of appropriate volume, making eye contact, using expression and being a good audience member. I can't wait to hear your presentations as you have been working so hard on them. Presentations will be on Fri, Dec 6th.

Homework

1. Study for Provinces and Capitals Quiz tomorrow.
2. Good copy of "What's in a Name?" is due tomorrow, including self assessment.
3. French- Review numbers, days, months and colours. You have a quiz on Tues, Dec 10th.

Important Note to Parents

Our school Holiday Concert is on Dec 11th from 6:30-7:30. Students will need to arrive at 6:15. 

Homework:

1. Practice song for holiday concert: "Song for the Mira" (found in the clear pocket of your agenda).
2. Provinces and Capitals Quiz is on Wed, Dec 4th (study guide in your agenda).

Help from families

YORK REGION POLICE HOLIDAY HEROES CAMPAIGN

Hello Grade 4 Families,

Our school has partnered with the York Regional Police to help families in York Region who are having a difficult time this holiday season. 100 per cent of the donations directly support families from our community who are in need. We are looking to help tweens, teens and babies. Some suggestions are books, personal hygiene items such as shampoo/conditioner or bodywash, school supplies, gift cards, diapers, wipes, clothing, and blankets. Unwrapped toys and winter clothing will also be accepted. 

Thank you for your continued support. 

Homework

1. Canada question cards if not completed in class.
2. Read the rough draft of "What's in a Name?" to a parent. Make edits if necessary. I am really proud of how your narratives are coming along.

Have a wonderful weekend! It looks like we will be getting some snow on Sunday. ⛄

Homework

1. Review notes for math quiz tomorrow.
2. Finish "What's In a Name" graphic organizer.

Homework

1. Quadrilateral checklist (the orange sheet in your math duotang).

Reminder:

1. We have a coding workshop tomorrow morning.
2. Students have a 2D geometry quiz on Fri, Nov 29th. See study notes in math duotang.

Homework

1. Province/territory research (the worksheet is located in your social studies duotang). If there is anyone who can not access the internet for this homework, please just let me know and I can find you additional time at school.

2. Bring to school a bottle of white liquid glue. We will be using the glue for an upcoming art project.

Homework

1. Math- 2D geometry holiday scene. Picture must include 3 similar and 3 congruent shapes and 3 parallel lines.

Reminder: The tuck shop will open this Thurs. All items will be sold for $1.00. The tuck shop will be open every Tues and Thurs.

Note to Parents: Junior volleyball starts today.

Homework

1. Record 5 examples of right angles in your math workbook.

Arts Package Presentation tomorrow!

There is no homework tonight.

Tomorrow we have Arts Package and the Dufflebag Theatre will be putting on a presentation.

No Homework

There is no homework today. Enjoy playing in the snow!

Reminder: Tomorrow is the PRIDE Assembly at 9:20 and we will be visiting the Kindergarten class to exchange our kindness craft for Difference Day.

Homework

1. Physical Region Brochure if not completed in class- due on Monday.

Reminder: Friday, Nov 15th is a PA Day.

Enjoy the snow and have a wonderful weekend!

Homework

1. Symmetry worksheet (both sides).

Parents: You will find your child's report card in the clear pocket of their agenda. Please sign the envelope and return to school.

On Tuesday, November 19th our class will be singing O' Canada and a poem called Brave Soldiers at 9:20 for our school PRIDE assembly. You are welcome to attend.

Have a great night everyone. :)

Homework

1. Comparing Physical Regions worksheet if not finished in class today.

Homework

1. Review all notes for the Data Management Quiz tomorrow.

Note to Parents: Ukulele club starts today.

Reminder: Friday, Nov 15th is a PA Day.

Homework

1. Review your worksheet we completed in class today to prepare for the Data Management quiz on Friday (Intervals and reading and interpreting graphs).

No homework

There is no homework today.

Note to Parents

Parents: Please book your teacher interview time on EDSBY. I encourage the students to attend the interview as they will be sharing and discussing some recent work we have completed.

Students have a data management quiz on Friday, Nov 8th. Please take a look in their agenda for a quiz outline. Thurs, Nov 7th students will complete a study package in class and bring it home to review before the quiz.

There is no homework today.

I hope you all enjoyed the weekend.

Homework

1. "What's In A Name?" interview questions.

Parents: We have been working on a project that the students are very excited about! They are learning all about their names. Today they will ask you 4 questions about their name and will record your response in their graphic organizer. Thank you for your support. 

Homework

1. Turn Off the T.V. bar graph and questions in math workbook.

Parents: We will be having a Halloween/Fall celebration on October 31st. Students may bring in pre-packaged treats for the class (this is completely optional). Please note that we have a number of nut allergies in the class so treats must be nut free. Students can wear their costumes or wear fall colours.

Homework

1. Finish colouring Political and Physical Regions maps.

No Homework

There is no homework today.

Tomorrow is "Take Me Outside" Day. The students will be participating in a number of outdoor activities. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Please bring in an empty food tin can for art for Thursday if you haven't already. Thanks.

No Homework

Enjoy the weekend everyone!

Please bring an empty tin can to school for art next week. I will write your name on the can with a permanent marker.

See you on Tues, Oct 22nd and Monday is a PA DAY! 😻

Homework

1. Finish the rough copy of your Thanksgiving Weekend Recount.

The students have their math duo-tangs in their backpacks to review their notes. They studied with a partner during math today, and worked on a rounding review sheet which was corrected in class.

Reminder: Tomorrow is Spirit Day (wear house colours).

Bring in an empty food tin can (students will be creating/painting a Halloween character or fall scene).

Homework

1. Social Studies- finish "How much do I really know about Canada" worksheet.

A few announcements:

1. Our class will be entering a bookmark contest. Students will create a design about what they love about reading. Three winners will be chosen from the Junior division. The winners will have their bookmark published and distributed in the Learning Commons plus a poster of their choice. Wish them luck!

2. Number Sense and Numeration (Place Value) Quiz #2 will be on Tues, Oct 22nd. See student agenda for quiz outline. We will be doing lots of practice for the quiz for the remainder of the week.

3. Fri, Oct 18th is our whole school DPA, our first PRIDE assembly, and Spirit Day (students wear their house colour. They have this information in their agenda in case they forget their colour).

Homework

1. Political and Physical Regions of Canada title page with at least 5 coloured pictures.

Happy Thanksgiving

Reminder: There is no school on Monday. Enjoy the weekend with your family.

If possible, please bring a non-perishable food item to school for our Food Drive.

If you have not paid for the ARTS PACKAGE, please do so through cash online.

There is no homework this weekend.

Homework

1. Review notes for the Rocks and Minerals and Place Value quiz tomorrow.

Note to Parents: Today the student's wrote a practice Place Value Quiz and marked their own quiz. Please use this as a study guide for the quiz.

Homework

1. Math- review notes for Place Value Quiz on Friday.
2. Science- Rocks and Minerals Project is due on Friday.

Note to Parents: I have registered all the students for a free online math program called prodigy (they will need their login and password to play). Please visit the following website: https://www.prodigygame.com/  It's a great place for them to play games and learn at the same time!

No Homework

There is no homework tonight, enjoy!

Reminder: If you do not have a pencil case, please bring one to school as it helps to keep your desk organized.

Homework

Homework:

1. Rounding Practice Worksheet
2. Bring in a ziplock bag with your name on it to collect leaves for art tomorrow.

A few announcements:

1. Tomorrow is picture day.

2. Thursday, Oct 10th is a practice Place Value Quiz. Students will write the quiz at school, correct their own quiz, and bring the practice quiz home to study from.

3. Friday, Oct 11th: Place Value Quiz and Rocks and Minerals Quiz (see student agenda for stapled study guide).

4. If you have not paid for the Arts package, please pay using Cash Online.

Homework

1. Math- Comparing and Ordering Numbers worksheet.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Homework

1. Finish your adjective monster description. In box #1, draw a detailed and coloured picture of your monster. Edit your work with a parent for correct spelling and punctuation. (Remember to leave the second box blank as you will be switching with a partner tomorrow during literacy).

I can't wait to see all of your creations!

No Homework!

There is no homework! Enjoy the weekend with your family.

A huge thank you to the families who came to Meet the Teacher. It was such a pleasure meeting you.

As per your request parents, I will post all clubs that are available as they come up during the year.

Currently your child can join:
1. Fruit Bins
2. Gardening Club
3. Birding Club (Sign up started today at lunch and we had a large number of our class attend).

Have a wonderful weekend.

Homework

1. Literacy: Read your adjective story to an adult and show them your picture. Please have them initial the page so I know you have shared your story. I'm sure your family will laugh when they hear your story.

Homework

1. Health- Macro and Micro Nutrients definitions and examples.

Reminder: Meet the Teacher and Terry Fox tomorrow.

No Homework Tonight!

Reminder:

1. Optional: We are collecting $2 for Terry. Our Terry Fox Run will be on Thurs, Sept 26th.

2. Meet the Teacher: Thurs, Sept 26th. Please come to room 315 at either 6:00-6:20 or 6:30-6:50. I look forward to seeing you there! (students and siblings are more than welcome to attend).

MESSAGE TO PARENTS: There are 2 voicemails flashing on my phone. Unfortunately I am having technical issues and are not able to access my messages. If you left a voicemail, please alternately e-mail me at jessica.field@yrdsb.ca. I apologize for the inconvenience.

Homework

1. French- Ms. Caughey has asked that you bring in a picture of your family, and 2 paper bags.
2. Literacy-Starring Me presentations will begin on Tuesday.
3. Share your math quiz with your parent/s.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Homework

1. Patterning quiz tomorrow. Look over the notes in your math duo-tang.

Advanced notice: Tomorrow (Friday the 20th) I have booked the I-Pads during literacy. In small groups, you will be practicing for your "Starring Me" presentation. One person will record you, you will watch back your practice presentation, and your group will give you feedback. "Starring Me" Presentations begin on Tuesday, September 24th. I can't wait!

Your success criteria for the presentation:
1. Use an appropriate volume
2. Make eye contact with the audience
3. Speak with expression, vary my pace
4. Show attentive listening skills while others' are presenting

Homework

1. Math- Multiplication worksheet. *Remember you can refer to page 115 in your agenda for a multiplication chart if you need help.
2. Show your parent/s your patterning check-in. Parents this gives me an idea where your child's understanding is mid-way through the unit. :)

Reminder: Monday, September 23rd is a PA Day. Enjoy!

Homework

1. Health- My Favourite Food Worksheet.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH will be our PATTERNING QUIZ. It will be out of 8 marks and consist of the material we have covered so far: the pattern core, term rules, how to find a missing term (for example what is the 30th term?).

We will review for the quiz on Thursday in class.

Homework

1. For those who forgot: bring in a baby photo- I will make you a photocopy if you do not want to cut the original.
2. Finish line art- including outline with a sharpie and coloured with pencil crayon. Please return my sharpie tomorrow if you borrowed one from me. :)
3. Tomorrow is library. Return your books if you are finished reading them.

Have a great Monday evening!

Homework

1. Math- Patterns in a t-chart worksheet.
2. Staring Me Information- ask your parent(s) if you are unsure.

Grade 4 Families, are part of our Personal Narrative Unit, students will be completing a visual/written poster of information about themselves. You may send in baby pictures for them to glue directly on their project, or I am happy to make a photocopy and send back the original. Please just write me a note in your child's agenda which you would prefer.

Some information they will need:

The city they were born, how much they weighed, and how long they were at birth. They can record this information in their writer's notebook.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Jessica Field

Homework

1. Rocks and Minerals Outside. Complete box number 4. Remember you can look on your sidewalk, inside your garage, in a garden, or around your community (with a parent's supervision).

Parents we have a very exciting announcement! Yesterday as part of our Science Unit for Rocks and Minerals, we went on a rock hunt. Our class pictures will be featured in this week's Rick Hansen Weekly Newsletter. Check us out.   :)

Homework

1. Math- Patterns with attributes worksheet (in green duotang). I will be doing a homework check tomorrow.
2. Optional- Terry Fox Donations.

😊

Homework

1. In your math notebook, draw 3 pictures of patterns in your house (like we did on our school walk today).

Reminder: Tomorrow you have gym- bring your shoes and change of clothes.

Homework

I hope you all enjoyed your weekend.

Homework:

1. Science- Finish Uses of Rocks and Minerals worksheet. You may use the internet at home to research, or use your prior knowledge.
2. French- Bring in a binder with 3 tabs.
3. Math-textbook page 3 #1-3.

Reminder: Tomorrow we will have library and you are able to sign out 2 books. We will have library every day 1 from 12:40-1:00.

Homework

1. Play Snakes and Ladders with a family member. Please have a parent initial your board game after you have played.

Remember: If you do not have a dice at home, you can make a spinner or write #1-6 on a piece of paper.

Have a great weekend everyone! I am so proud of all the work you have done this week.

Mrs. Field 💜

Welcome!

Welcome Grade 4 Families!

It has been a wonderful week getting to know all of your children. They are full of energy and ready for new learning opportunities.

Please remember to view the blog each day as I will post homework and special events and announcements. This same information will be recorded in your child's agenda.

I look forward to watching your child learn, grow and have a fantastic learning journey in Grade 4!

If at any time you have questions or concerns please feel free to contact me. You can e-mail me at jessica.field@yrdsb.ca, call at 905-841-6225 at extension 315 or write a note in your child's agenda.