Last Week of School

Dear parent(s)/guardian(s),

As the end of the year is fast approaching, I would like to thank my students and parents for always having a burst of optimism and enthusiasm. I would like the last week of school for my students to be unforgettable, hence please take a look at the activities and come prepared with a good attitude and any items needed for that day. Merci!

Last week at glance of the year:

Monday, June 26th - Spelling Bee 'Concours d'orthographe'

We will have a friendly spelling competition to review all of the words/articles/verbs a Grade 1 student should be familiar with by the end of the year. You will find in your child's agenda a list of words to study. There will be a prize for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Bon etude!

Tuesday, June 27th - Tie dye activity (bring a white or light-coloured t-shirt)

Wednesday, June 28th - Outdoor chalk activities and team building games 

Thursday, June 29th - Pot luck picnic at Edge Park (bring a snack of your choice with labelled ingredients)

End of year assembly will take place outside at 1:00 pm on June 29th (weather permitting). 

Reminders: 

1. Please return all library books by next week so that your child can start fresh in September. 

2. Please return all Alpha Jeunes books from the book bag 'sac a livre' programme by next week. 

3. Please bring a huge bag to collect duotangs/projects/artworks Monday, June 26th. 

4. Friday, June 30th is a P.A. day. There will be no school for students. Bonnes vacances!

Monsieur Raymond

Dear parent(s)/guardian(s),

As most of you know, I am in my last stages of pregnancy and will need a second hand in the classroom. As such, Monsieur Raymond is a francophone teacher who is happy to help out in our classroom until the end of the year. He is very well-equipped and knowledgeable about our classroom rules and routines. I have no doubt that your child will be eager to participate in the activities that Monsieur Raymond and I have prepared for the rest of the year.

I will be back the last week of school to say my farewell's to my beloved class.


All the best,
Mme Bensalam

Spectacular Day at the Science Centre

The Grade 1 French Immersion classes enjoyed a spectacular day at the Ontario Science Centre on Thursday, May 25^th.

As we arrived, we entered the realm of science and came face to face with thousands of fascinating machines, apparatuses, and interesting facts.

We traveled through the escalators and descended each level of the center to discover it layer by layer. A few children were up for becoming builders at the KidSpark using multi-material tables, magnified materials, and much more!

Then, we were ready to watch the much anticipated Omnimax Imax film entitled “Dream Big”. The film inspired the students to think outside the box and to reflect on creative solutions for problems our world may have.

Finally, we participated in a workshop and learned about the characteristics of energy and its usages through various objects (e.g., thermal hand imaging, catapult, balloon, etc.).

A big thank you to the wonderful parent volunteers who came along. Your help was much appreciated!

Science Trip & Scientist in the School

Dear parents/guardians,
On Thursday, May 25th, 2017 our class will be going to the Ontario Science Center. 

Many thanks to all the parents who expressed an interest in volunteering for the trip. However, four parent volunteers have already been chosen on a first-come-first-serve basis. A note in your child's agenda will be written tomorrow to confirm your presence. You are kindly requested to arrive at 8:40 a.m. with your child. 

What to Prepare for the Trip:
1. A packed litter-less, nut-free lunch and snacks are required. Please ensure that your child eats a good breakfast arriving to school.
2. Each student is responsible for carrying his/her own belongings. Please make sure that your child has an appropriate back pack/lunch bag to carry to the Science Center.
3. Dress your child in comfortable clothing and in running shoes so that he/she is able to explore the center and participate in a workshop.
4. Wear protective sun gear (e.g., sunblock, hat).
5. Schedule: a. Tour of new 'Energy' exhibit  b. Lunch   c. Imax movie   d. Energy workshop

And...

 



On Friday, May 26th, 2017 the students in Room 111 will participate in the Energy Makes it Happen workshop. The workshop will complement and sum up our Science unit on Energy. Students will learn about energy conservation, solar panels, solar energy, heat energy, and light energy. Students will need to bring their creativity, curiosity, and teamwork skills in order to take part in an exciting morning.

Since I had several generous parents offering to volunteer for the trip, if you have not been chosen for the trip, your aid and support for the Scientist in the school workshop will be much appreciated. Please check your child's agenda for confirmation of your presence.

Merci beaucoup!

Clairlea's Got Talent

Joyeuse fête des mères!

Happy Mother's Day to all the special women in a child's life (mother, aunt, grandmother, caregiver).

Your child spent Friday afternoon reading the book entitled Je t'aimerai toujours by Robert Munsch. As young as the students are, they were able to understand that a mother's love goes far beyond words can explain. Since "pictures speak louder than words", here is a glimpse of the book:

 

 

We then sang a lovely song for our mothers/caregivers!

Translation: I will love you forever. The night like the day. And as long as I live, you will always be my mother!

Now, we were super excited to finish making surprises to place in a pop up card. The card was decorated with meaningful items that your child wished to share with you (e.g., feathers to travel together, flowers to plant together, butterflies to stroll in the park together, etc.).   

We then made charm bracelets!