30/01/2018

Good evening! 

I cannot believe that January is almost over! With the end of the month comes CASUAL DAY! 
Please also ensure that you are sending your child with proper warm outdoor clothing. I have seen a few students without gloves or hats. They will be sent back inside if they do not have these items. 

Math:
Today we looked at multiplying decimals by one-digit whole numbers. Students showed me that they are very capable of multiplying both in expanded and short form. Most students finished this work in class but others needed more time to solve the word/number riddle on the back. 

Additionally, I looked over the math that had been sent as homework yesterday and took up a question that almost all were stumped on. I want to ensure that students are truly understanding concepts so that our next quiz will have great result. Our next decimals quiz is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday February 6th. Review packages will be sent over this weekend.

Language:
Today students had time to rehearse their speeches with partners. I also consulted with six students and will continue tomorrow. Thursday we will begin small classroom presentations so that students have experience speaking in front of larger groups. If students are finding that their speech is not long enough they are encouraged to add more detail, explanations, or research to their speech. Though it is a good copy it can still be altered, just keep all versions in the purple folder.


UOI:
Students started their last group summative which we have entitled Biodiversity Defenders. In groups students are responsible for creating a commercial about a negative human impact that is affecting biodiversity. Today students picked their topic, completed a graphic organizer and began to create a story board for their commercial. I was very impressed with how passionate the students are about this project! They worked really well in their groups today.

 NOTES:

A note from Ms. Helen, our Admissions Coordinator - As you are aware, the re-registration season is upon us and we have recently sent home packages with your child(ren). We value your loyalty and commitment to our school community and would love to continue our partnership by offering priority enrollment for our current SJA families. We kindly ask that you take a moment to review your financial statement and complete the information in the package and make any necessary changes to your place of residence, employment, email changes or any medical information that the administration should be aware of. Please be aware that in order to secure your child’s enrolment, it is imperative that you submit your re-enrollment package and fees no later than February 12, 2018 at 4:00 PM. After this date, all available grade-level spaces will be open to our families on waitlists who will then have the opportunity to secure any vacant positions.
Please bring in re-registration forms as soon as possible to ensure your child's enrollment. 

A note from Ms. Bancud 

All payments are due on Friday, February 9^th, 2018. This month's special is Vegetable Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice that will be available every Friday!

 Payment Instructions

•   There are two options to pay for lunches. Cash and Freshbooks. 

◦              Shortly after completing your order, a Freshbooks invoice will be sent to your email.

◦              It may take one or two days to process your order to Freshbooks, so please be check your email diligently for the invoice.  

•   We no longer accept cheque as a method of payment.

If you have any questions concerning the Lunch Ordering site or Freshbooks, feel free to email me at dbancud@stjudesacademy.com


March Break Camp registration forms were sent home back in October. We have had many students sign up since then and especially over the last few days. If you are interested in registering your child for our March Break camp, please send in the completed registration form, along with the $20 one-time non-refundable deposit in order to secure your child's spot (this could be paid in cash or through fresh books). This year there are two options to chose from the first being lunch and two snacks provided or the second being send your own packed lunch and a discounted camp rate! We also have daily rates available. Please contact Ms. Smith bsmith@stjudesacademy.com for more details.