Dec. 20/18

Div. 9's stockings were hung on the fireplace with care!  Each stocking has a winter or Christmas riddle on it which they will share with parents that are able to join us for family reading tomorrow.

Excitement is definitely in the air.  We have had a week of Christmas crafts, math and even explorations.  The students each brought home their bag of Christmas crafts from around the world as well as their special craft gift that they made for you with their big buddies.

At one of our Explorations stations the students created 'The Polar Express'!  Every group had great ideas as you can see below.

Thanks so much to Carter, Rhys, Kamryn, Saga and Steve for providing the snacks and goodies for our celebration tomorrow.  In addition thanks to Rhys' family for giving our class the opportunity to try Stroopwaffels - a Dutch tradition which we are planning to have with our hot chocolate tomorrow.  Also to Lexi and Alicia for sharing pomegranate and the prosperous wishes for the new year that come with that!

Poetry, Songs, Math and More is coming home tomorrow.  It has several Christmas math games that would be a fun way to practice their math skills with family over the holidays.

Hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and holiday season!!

December 13th

Skating was lots of fun.  Thanks so much to our parent drivers and helpers.  We couldn't have gone without your help and support!

Thanks to everyone for coming to one or both of our concerts.  The children are still singing 'Dominic" whenever they have a chance.  They did an awesome job at both performances!
As you hopefully saw on the portal there are some wonderful pictures of our concert on the following link

https://karenmcphotog.smugmug.com/Fairview-Christmas-Con…/…/ you can buy copies of photos for $.28 (cost of developing) OR you can hit the download button next to the cart button and download for FREE!!  Thanks to Karen (our secretary) for taking these. I did download some from our class, as you can see she really captured the enthusiasm!

We started our Christmas Around the World crafts on Wednesday which the students are all very excited about.  I'd like to thank  Libby's mom who came and helped out on Wednesday (and will also join us on Tuesday) and Lexi and Alicia's grandma volunteered today, Rhys' mom on Monday.  We really need the extra help so thanks so much.  If anyone is available on Wednesday after recess to join us please let me know.

FYI - hand, foot, mouth disease is going around Fairview and our classroom.  Unfortunately they are only contagious when there are no signs.  Please just keep a look out.

Friday, Dec. 21 is Pajama Day and bring your favourite Christmas book.  The PAC is providing hot chocolate after recess.  Please have your child bring in a mug.  Also snacks for our celebration that afternoon will be provided by...Fruit Plate - Carter, Veggie Plate - Rhys, Sweet Treat - Kamryn, Popcorn/chips or pretzels - Saga, Other - Stephen.   Thank you all in advance!!

Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!  

Dec. 6/18

Christmas is in the air and in the classroom! We have started special Reader's Workshop, Math and Exploration stations.  Our theme is Christmas and holiday traditions around the world.  If you were interested in providing a food/treat that is from a different country please let me know and we can arrange a date.  Some of the ideas we had were mince meat tarts (just mini) from England, mini cinnamon buns from Sweden,  gingerbread (Germany), etc.

We had our first owl presentation this morning.  As you can see it was pretty cool.  We were proud of how much the students from Div. 9 & 10 were able to recall that they knew about owls and how much they learned even today!

Today we had our last RW presentation which was a play.  The students did an awesome job making their masks and presenting the play "The Hungry Shark".

Skating - we currently are short drivers and several students have not signed up or paid for skates/helmets please do so asap or we may need to cancel.  Drivers please remember you need to have an up to date driver's abstract.

Christmas concert is next Tuesday evening and Wed. afternoon (there are still some tickets available for both concerts).  There is also a dress rehearsal on Tuesday morning at 9 which you would be able to attend if it works best with your schedules (it however will be a rehearsal so maybe stopping and starting).  Div. 9 & 10 are signing 'Dominic the Donkey'.  We have 7 Dominic donkey hats and 7 students volunteered to wear them.  These students are:  Lexi, Will, Stephen, Charlie, Liberty, Colton, Carter.  These students should wear black or grey to match these hats.  Dr. Saul had the idea of an Italian Cafe so all the other students can wear black pants, white shirts, black bow ties (if you have them), fedoras (again only if you have them) or dresses. 

Pajama Day on Dec. 21st.  We will also be having special Fairview hallway reading that morning.  Students are encouraged to bring their favourite Christmas book to share with someone.  The PAC is also making hot chocolate for everyone after recess.

Our Christmas celebration will be on the afternoon of Friday, Dec. 21.  Snacks will be provided by: Fruit Plate - Carter, Veggie Plate - Rhys, Sweet Treat - Kamryn, Popcorn/chips or pretzels - Saga, Other - Stephen.                 Thank you all in advance!!

Enjoy this Christmas weekend, I heard we might even get some snow.  

Nov. 29/18

I am really looking forward to meeting with all of you at conferences.  Remember to arrive at the time you signed up for conferences (if uncertain check the portal) and your total conference time is 30 minutes. You are with your child first in the hallway to go through and celebrate their learning and then the last 15 minutes is in the classroom conferencing with me.  If you are unclear please email or come see me for clarification.
Tomorrow is an early dismissal at 11:00.  Please still send your child to school in the morning though, as we have a lot of last minute finish-up to prepare for our conferences.

Several students are bringing home overdue library book notices tomorrow.  Mrs. Holmes is really hoping to get these books back into circulation.  Please look and return these as unfortunately the next step is billing:( Thanks!

Owls and More - there are still a few students who have not paid for these special activities. Please do so asap.

Donations for the Christmas Hamper will be gratefully accepted until Tuesday, Dec. 4th.  Thank you for supporting this great cause.

Christmas concert is just around the corner.  If you haven't already done so, please go on 'EventBrite' to get tickets (even if you are planning to come to the free afternoon performance).
Over the weekend please practice Dominic the Donkey and for costumes please look at past blogs.

Skating on Dec. 13th is now on the portal.  Please sign up and send in the money if renting skates and/or helmets.

Entrepreneur Fair for our class is December 6. All profits are going towards grade 6 and 7 camps. Most items will be between $2-$4. Nothing will be over $5! Please send money in a labelled bag so it is obvious what it is for.  

We have booked an exciting field trip on Thursday, Jan. 31 to go to Science World. We have booked a school bus but will need a few parent volunteers.  Please mark your calendars with this date.

I am excited to meet and celebrate your child's learning over the next couple of days!  Sheralyn

Nov 23/18

We have had a fun, busy week.  Many students participated in the different Spirit Week special days!
These pictures show Div. 9 from twins, to 80's and pyjamas!

I changed all the Just Right Reading (JRR) books this week.  Please help your child remember to bring these books back to school daily.  Thanks!

Scholastic will be coming home next week. Thanks to Cam's mom for organizing these.  If you want to purchase any books as gifts please just let me know and then I will make sure to give them directly to you.

A big thank you to Will's mom for all her help in the classroom today.  It is very appreciated.

Over the weekend if you have a chance please try IXL growing patterns - Gr. 2 - D2 and Gr. 3 R-2,  If it is too easy/difficult, you can move up/down accordingly.  If time explore other pattern or place value activities.  If needed please give your child some initial help but then have them work independently.

Christmas concert tickets are now on sale.  Please check the portal announcement for further details and information.  Dominic the Donkey is our song and the words are in your child's poetry book this week.  Please have them practice as there are a lot of words and they are tricky!  If you want the tune please go to this link  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYlvfX3nwlc    and then go The Christmas Book on the right side and find the karaoke for Dominic!


Kids Helping Kids Christmas Hamper information went home on Thursday.  Please help Fairview to make a big difference to children and families that aren't as fortunate.

Conferences are this next week on Thursday afternoon and Friday.  Remember that there is an 11:00 dismissal on Thursday.  Please arrive on time for your scheduled appointment - you start in the hall with your child to go through and celebrate their learning. After that you will spend another 15 minutes meeting with your child and I.  Your total conference time is 30 minutes even though you only signed up for a 15 minute time slot.  If you need clarification please just ask or email.


*The dates for the Craft Fair are Wednesday December 5th, from 3-5pm. Thursday December 6th 1pm-2pm for Primary students and then Friday December 7th 1-2pm for intermediate students. 

*The grade 6 and 7 students are using this Craft Fair as a major fundraiser for their camp fees so they would appreciate the whole school's support. They are making a lot of really amazing products. 

A few examples: aroma therapy bracelets, inspirational posters, candles, teddy adoption, slime, calming water bottles, Christmas ornaments and much more.

Nov. 15th

Updates and Reminders...

***School spirit week is next week!  Your child can participate in all or any of the following.

Monday, Nov. 19 - School Colours Day
Tuesday, Nov. 20 - Hat Day  (Leadership also have a Bake Sale planned for that day)
Wednesday, Nov. 21 - Twin Day
Thursday, Nov. 22 - 80's Day
Friday, Nov. 23 - PJ Day

*** $16.00 for Owls and More is now up on the portal.  Please pay online or send in cash asap.  Thanks.

For the Christmas concert Div. 9 & 10 are signing 'Dominic the Donkey'.  We have 7 Dominic donkey hats and 7 students volunteered to wear them.  These students are:  Lexi, Will, Stephen, Charlie, Liberty, Colton, Carter.  These students should wear black or grey to match these hats.  Dr. Saul had the idea of an Italian Cafe so all the other students can wear black pants, white shirts, black bow ties (if you have them), fedoras (again only if you have them) or dresses.  Please don't feel you have to go shopping just try to get as close as possible.  Next week we will be sending home a copy of the words so your child can be practicing at home.  They seem to already love this catchy tune!

Enjoy the fantastic weather that is predicted for the weekend!

Nov. 8th

Another short but busy week!  Div. 9 is very artistic!  Their pastel sunflowers are now on display in the hallway!

Updates and Reminders...

*** $16.00 for Owls and More is now up on the portal.  Please pay online or send in cash asap.  Thanks.

***School spirit week is not next week but the next!
Monday, Nov. 19 - School Colours Day
Tuesday, Nov. 20 - Hat Day  (Leadership also have a Bake Sale planned for that day)
Wednesday, Nov. 21 - Twin Day
Thursday, Nov. 22 - 80's Day
Friday, Nov. 23 - PJ Day

***We started our Fin's Friends program.  Every student (when it is their special helper day) will be having a 'sleep over' with Fin.  Your child will write about their time with Fin focusing on being socially responsible and draw a picture (or if you'd prefer take a picture and glue it in).  There is a letter at the front of the duo tang with more information.  Please ensure that Fin is returned to the school each day as the next child is anxious to have their turn.  If your night is busy and your child needs more time to complete the homework, please feel free to take a sheet out of the duotang and when it is completed please hand it in at a later date.  Thanks!

*Parent conference sign up is on the portal.  Conference are on Thursday, Nov. 29th (pm) and all day Friday, Nov. 30th. You will sign up for a 15 minute conference but your conference will be a total of 30 minutes.  The first 15 minutes is with your child in the hallway to go through their work and celebrate their learning.  Then the last 15 minutes we will meet in the classroom to review your child's progress and set goals for next term.  Please enter the school at the front door, and arrive at the time that your sign up for (remembering your conference is 30 minutes.   

Remember there is no school Friday due to Pro D and then Monday is the Remembrance Day holiday.  Enjoy your extra long weekend.