Mrs. Hocevar's Grade 5 Class

Monday, April 4, 2016

Good afternoon,

I hope everyone had a great weekend! I was glad to see you all made it through the snow!!

Just a reminder to dress according to the ever-changing weather!

Spring/Summer uniforms are in effect!

IMPORTANT DATES AND INFORMATION:

Reading logs due every Friday.

Please send in the last page of report cards with your comments!

BRING IN YOUR OLD BATTERIES!! As an Earth Day initiative in the school we are asking students to bring in used batteries (this could also include old cell phones!). This is a house contest...the house that brings in the most old batteries wins. Individual house points will be rewarded as well!

Please check out our Facebook page at:

https://www.facebook.com/St-Judes-Academy-392663204140440/

PARENT GUILD is putting on a fantastic Summer Fiesta! It will happen on Saturday, May 28 from 12-4 PM at SJA...rain or shine!

Wristband prices are as follows....

Early Bird Special (April 2-May 27) - $25

At the Door on Saturday, May 28 - $30

A wristband will get you unlimited use of inflatables, games, soccer workshop, and Helium balloons! DO NOT MISS OUT THIS AMAZING EVENT!!! Order forms were sent home today!

Check out our latest blog for pictures:

http://sjaparentguild.blogspot.ca/

Please remember to check out our website at: http://mainsite.stjudesacademy.onmessagestaging.com/

MATH

Today we examined how to make change. It really comes down to subtraction…if a shirt cost $12.00 and you pay with $20.00 then you will receive $8.00 in change!

LANGUAGE

Today we completed lesson 26 in our spelling activity book!

UOI

Today we looked a two more poems…a free verse and Couplet!

I hope you have a great night! Safe travels!

Mrs. Hocevar J

Friday, April 1, 2016

Good afternoon,

I hope everyone had a great night! Happy April Fools!

These grade 4’s are pretty tricky! Not only did they get me once they got me a few times!! They erased the date, used tape to stick down my coffee, mouse, and white board erasers, taped my markers to the white board, put tape and pom-poms to my chair, and as the final act taped a kick me and hug me sign to my back!! The fun went on all day! But I got them back!!! After our spelling test, I told them they had to do the opposite grade as well!! I also told them our bonus sentence had to include 3 words in one sentence!!! They were not too happy!! HAHAHA!!

Just a reminder to dress according to the ever-changing weather!

Spring/Summer uniforms are in effect!

IMPORTANT DATES AND INFORMATION:

Reading logs due every Friday.

Please send in the last page of report cards with your comments!

We have begun to collect batteries for the Eco Kids Battery Busters Spring Cleaning Contest! Our collection box is in the auditorium so please bring in any old batteries! A flyer with more information has been sent home! It will run from April 1st-April 29th!

The French Play was amazing! It was funny, interactive, and easy to follow…for some at least! They were very talented actors!

Please check out our Facebook page at:

https://www.facebook.com/St-Judes-Academy-392663204140440/

PARENT GUILD is putting on a fantastic Summer Fiesta! It will happen on Saturday, May 28 from 12-4 PM at SJA...rain or shine!

Wristband prices are as follows....

Early Bird Special (April 2-May 27) - $25

At the Door on Saturday, May 28 - $30

A wristband will get you unlimited use of inflatables, games, soccer workshop, and Helium balloons! DO NOT MISS OUT THIS AMAZING EVENT!!! Order forms were sent home today!

Check out our latest blog for pictures:

http://sjaparentguild.blogspot.ca/

Please remember to check out our website at: http://mainsite.stjudesacademy.onmessagestaging.com/

MATH

Today we focused on estimating and counting money. We reviewed coins and how much each was worth. We also studied how different amounts of coins can make a certain amount of money!

LANGUAGE

Today we squeezed in our lesson 25 spelling test!

UOI

French Play!

I hope you have a great weekend!

Mrs. Hocevar J

The Play!!

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Units of Inquiry

How the world works - What’s the Matter?

An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.

Central Idea: The states of matter are altered in order to apply them to practical and useful situations.

Key Concepts and Related Concepts: Connection, Form, Change & Characteristics, Transformation, Systems

Lines of Inquiry: Characteristics of each of the three states of matter in our surrounding environment, understanding how the change in states of matter work in society, and the connection of states of matter in practical situations.

Summative - Science Fair Project

Where we are in place and time - A Voyage Back in Time

An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.

Central Idea: Early civilizations have shaped how the world is today.

Key Concepts and Related Concepts: Form, Change, Connection & Similarities/Differences, Relationships

Lines of Inquiry: Life in the Ancient Times, how societies have changed over time, and the contributions that ancient civilizations have made toward contemporary societies.

Summative - Ancient Artifact and Report

Who we are - The Human Body

An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.

Central Idea: The human body is a highly organized structure made up of different systems that work together to accomplish functions necessary to sustain life.

Key Concepts and Related Concepts: Form, Function, Causation & Impact, System, Role

Lines of Inquiry: The structure and function of systems and organs of the human body, the relationship between organs within each system, and factors contributing to good health.

Summative - Mini Exhibition on a System

How we organize ourselves - Vote. It's the Right Thing to Do

An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.

Central Idea: Different philosophies determine how a government rules.

Key Concepts and Related Concepts: Perspective, Responsibility, Function & Structure, Rights, Beliefs

Lines of Inquiry: The roles of different levels of government and how they impact our society, the rights and responsibilities of members of society, and Canada’s political parties.

Summative - Create you own country with a government

CURRENT UNIT:

Sharing the planet - Variety is the Spice of Life

An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.

Central Idea: Maintaining biodiversity is critical to the health of the planet.

Key Concepts and Related Concepts: Function, Connection, Responsibility & System, Relationships, Initiative

Lines of Inquiry: The classification systems, how interacting systems rely on one another, and human impact on diversity.

Summative - Podcast on an endangered species

How we express ourselves - Creativity Through Coding

An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.

Central Idea: Increasing technology advancements gives rise to unique forms of expression and creativity.

Key Concepts and Related Concepts: Causation, Perspective, Beliefs & Patterns, Impact

Lines of Inquiry: How coding allows us to express ourselves virtually, the impact of increasing technology in our daily lives, and the ethics of developing technologies.

Summative - Create a game

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. It’s all about how we as parents, educators, and the community, support children and youth as they begin the learning journey towards becoming adults that are change agents!

If your child performs action at home please send me a quick email or agenda note to let me know and they will be placed on our action wall of fame!

Tuesday, March 24 - Friday, April 3 Work

Monday, March 30

Math lesson 5 pg 118-119

Language - Spelling lesson #25

UOI pages - 35-37

Tuesday, March 31

Math lesson 6 pg 120-121

Language - Read Chapter 4 of Hatchet

UOI - pages 40-41 & 48

Wednesday, April 1

Math lesson 7 pg 122-123

Language - Read Chapter 5 of Hatchet

UOI pages - 52 and 56

Thursday, April 2

Math lesson 8 pg 124-125

Language - Read Chapter 6 of Hatchet

UOI pages - 57-58 and 76

Friday, April 3

Math lesson 9 pg 126-127

Language - Complete role #2 of Hatchet

UOI pages - 80-83

Spelling Words

Lesson 24 is a review of lessons 19-23, therefore no test. Lesson 25 spelling/sentence test on Friday, April 3

Grade 5

louder

scientist

warrior

director

scariest

slightest

prisoner

sweeper

novelist

greater

emperor

busiest

tourist

drearier

interpreter

hungrier

counselor

inspector

cartoonist

vocalist

Grade 6

tricolor

midwestern

tripled

university

midsummer

biweekly

unicycle

monorail

uniform

bisects

biplane

triangular

binoculars

unison

trilogy

monotonous

monosyllable

universal

triplicate

biannual

Important Dates

March 9 - March 20 March Break (No School)

March 23 Back to School

March 23 Term 3 Begins (Lower School)

March 25 Legislative Assembly of Ontario trip - all day

March 27 Term 2 Report Cards and Graphs go home

March 31 French Trip - AM only

April 2 Lower School Student-Led Conferences & Autism Awareness Day – Blue for Two

April 6 JK-Grade 2 Spelling Bee

April 7 Grade 3-8 Spelling Bee

April 9 Easter Spirit Day

April 10-13 No School – Happy Easter

April 18 Open House

April 22 Earth Day & Shakespeare Play

April 24 Dynami Evening (7-9 PM)

April 29 Casual day & Ability Awareness Silent Dance

May 1 Grade 6 Exhibition

May 12 JK-Grade 2 Arts’ Night

May 15-May 18 May Long Weekend

May 26 Grade 3-8 Arts’ Night

May 27 Casual Day

June 1 JK-Grade 8 Track and Field

June 2 Track and Field rain date

June 11 SJA vs TMA Track and Field

June 12 Rain date

June 15 JK/SK Promotion Ceremony

June 16 Grade 1-5 Promotion Ceremony & Grade 6 PYP Graduation

June 17 Last day of school, House Cup assembly & Term 3 report cards and math graphs sent home

Lunch Menu

Lunch Website -

http://mydigitalmailroom.com/sja

**Be sure to order under Grade 5 and Mrs. Hocevar**

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)