Mrs. Hocevar's Grade 5 Class

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Good afternoon!

I hope you all had a wonderful day!!

A few important reminders/important dates

Thank you to those who have brought in Kleenex, wipes, and water. We go through them quickly so please keep them coming!

Friday March 27 – Report cards go home

Friday March 27 – Aftercare money due

Thursday April 2 – Easter Spirit

Friday April 3-Monday April 6 –No School for Easter weekend

Tuesday April 21-Thursday April 23 – Spring Fundraiser

Wednesday April 22 – Earth Day Spirit

Wednesday April 29 – Casual Day

MATH

Today we looked at measuring mass using kilograms (kg) and grams (g). We learnt that we use kg when measuring heavier items, such as a person. We use g when measuring lighter items, such as a paper clip. Tomorrow we complete show what you know.

LANGUAGE

Today we continued working on our summaries of ‘Somthig Under the Basement’ by R.L. Stine. We also worked on character descriptions and our predictions. There will be a quiz on capitalization and verbs on tomorrow, Thursday March 26!

U.O.I.

Today we discussed Knights and their roles in the period of Medieval Times. We looked at the armour that a Knight wears and then we completed our Coat of Arms.

Castle drawings

Working on Coat of Arms!

Have a wonderful night!

Mrs. Hocevar J

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Good afternoon!

I hope you all had a wonderful day!! Casual day is tomorrow!!

A few important reminders/important dates

Thank you to those who have brought in Kleenex, wipes, and water. We go through them quickly so please keep them coming!

Wednesday March 25 – Casual Day

Friday March 27 – Report cards go home

Friday March 27 – Aftercare money due

Thursday April 2 – Easter Spirit

Friday April 3-Monday April 6 –No School for Easter weekend

Tuesday April 21-Thursday April 23 – Spring Fundraiser

Wednesday April 22 – Earth Day Spirit

Wednesday April 29 – Casual Day

MATH

Today we looked at measuring capacity using millilitres (mL) and litres (L). We learnt that we use mL when measuring small items, such as a juice box. We use L when measuring bigger item, such as a large bucket of water. Tomorrow we look into measuring mass.

LANGUAGE

Today we revisited verbs. We discussed the different types of verbs (action) and gave examples (running). The students then completed worksheets on verbs. There will be a quiz on capitalization and verbs on Thursday!

U.O.I.

The drawings of the castles were wonderful! Today we discussed coat of arms and created our own! I look forward to seeing the finished project!

Have a wonderful night!

Mrs. Hocevar J

Monday, March 23, 2015

Good afternoon!

Welcome back! I hope you all had a wonderful March Break! I certainly did!

A few important reminders/important dates

Thank you to those who have brought in Kleenex, wipes, and water. We go through them quickly so please keep them coming!

Monday March 23 - Term 3 begins

Wednesday March 25 – Casual Day

Friday March 27 – Report cards go home

Friday March 27 – Aftercare money due

Thursday April 2 – Easter Spirit

Friday April 3-Monday April 6 –No School for Easter weekend

Tuesday April 21-Thursday April 23 – Spring Fundraiser

Wednesday April 22 – Earth Day Spirit

Wednesday April 29 – Casual Day

MATH

Today in Math we did some review sheets on our current unit Measurement. We reviewed elapsed time, answered questions about temperature and calendars. We will be having out UNIT TEST on MONDAY MARCH 30. I will be sending home a review later this week.

LANGUAGE

Today was our spelling activity day – list 17. The students wrote the list words in their agenda and then worked on the corresponding activities.

U.O.I.

This is our last week on Medieval Times. Next Monday we start a new unit on….you will have to wait!! Today we looked at castles and how they were built. Once we read through the information the students began to draw their own castle.

Have a wonderful night!

Mrs. Hocevar J

Friday, March 6, 2015

Good afternoon!

I hope you all had a wonderful day!

A few important reminders/important dates

Thank you to those who have brought in Kleenex, wipes, and water. We go through them quickly so please keep them coming!

March 9 – March 20 – No School for March Break! We return Monday March 23!

Monday March 23 - Term 3 begins

Wednesday March 25 – Casual Day

Friday March 27 – Report cards go home

MATH

Today our topic in math was making change. This is proving to be challenging for some. Again, any time you have a chance to allow your children to do this please do so! We looked at 2 ways to make change…

1 1) Straight up subtraction. A hat cost $15.00 and was paid for with a $20.00 bill. Therefore $20.00 - $15.00 = $5.00.

2 2) Counting up to make change. A toy cost $6.60 and was paid for with a $10.00 bill. Therefore adding a dime would make it $6.70, adding a nickel would make it $6.75, adding a quarter would make it $7.00, adding a $1.00 would make it $8.00 and finally adding $2.00 would make it $10.00!

LANGUAGE

Today we had our lesson 16 spelling test. I will mark these over the break and hand them back after the break. We will pick up spelling lesson 17 when we return! We then tied up the classroom, organized our things and did agendas. I owed them some free time for getting 100 pom-poms so they spent this time doing Just Dance and listening to music!!

U.O.I.

Today we played a house game so we were unable to do U.O.I!

Shrihan singing O'Canada! At the far end!

Just Dance!

Dressed in green for St. Patrick's Day!

Have a wonderful March Break! Stay safe and have fun! If any questions arise about the homework please feel free to email me!

Mrs. Hocevar :)

Thursday, March 5, 2015

Good Afternoon,

What a fabulous day we had at Medieval Times. That was my first experience and it wont be my last! The students had a blast and hopefully learnt a thing or two!!! Here are just a few of the pictures I took!

Ava and Niah received roses from the Blue Knight and Husmeen was the Blue Knights Queen!! A great time had by all!!

Thank you to Mr. Sarin and Mrs. Arora for joining us!! Looking forward to the next field trip!!

Have a wonderful night!

Mrs. Hocevar :)

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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)