Christmas Store

Just a reminder that our class will be shopping at the OLW Christmas Store on Wednesday morning. All items will be sold for $1.00.  

Addition and Subtraction Task

Students completed an independent addition and subtraction task today and are getting very adept at explaining if their answer is reasonable by estimating first. Encourage them to continue to explain their work to you and practice adding and subtracting 4 & 5 digit numbers, especially with zeros, so they don't forget about re-grouping.

Independent Math Task

Students will be given an independent math task / show what you know on addition and subtraction of 4-digit numbers.  A review sheet will be completed in class and sent home tomorrow, so we can start fresh in January.  

Addition and Subtraction of 4-Digit Numbers

Students continue to work on the addition and subtraction of 4-digit numbers.  When practicing at home, get your child to explain why they need to regroup, especially in subtraction to ensure they have a solid understanding.  Don't forget to use the Mathletics program to help supplement their learning.

Christmas Crafting in Grade 4

K.T.A.C.

Today we used a strategy called K.T.A.C. to tackle word problems.  K stands for knowledge or what the question states.  T represents thinking or what we think must be done to solve the problem.  A is for application - this is actually where we find the answer (can be +, -, x, /).  Finally C is for communication - using a sentence, or communicating our results in writing.

Responsible Digital Citizens

Students continued to discuss how to be safe online, compared online and offline communities and how we are expected to act in each.  They were reminded that not everything you read and see online is the truth.

Special Presentation Today

We had a special guest visit the Grade 4's today to talk about animal care and how being a responsible digital citizen can help animals around the world.  Thanks to Marley and Dr. Als from Orleans Vet Hospital!

Good Samaritans on the Digital Road

Grade 4 students continued to discuss what it means to be a Samaritan on the Digital Road today, namely appropriate behaviour while using technology, including social media.  The picture yesterday was to help your child find a video called "One Day - Kindness Boomerang" which correlates nicely with Anti-Bullying Week and our discussions on being a responsible citizen.  

We Are Digital Citizens

Anti Bullying Week

Descriptive Writing

Our study of descriptive writing led us to similes today.  See if you and your child can create similes this weekend.  They were also asked to find out what a metaphor is. Thank you to all parents who came for parent teacher interviews.  It's always a pleasure to share your child's learning.

Remembrance Day Ceremony

Thanks to everyone who attended our Remembrance Day Ceremony.  It was a very moving service that allowed everyone to take time to remember and honour the men and women who continue to give up their lives in war torn countries for freedom and peace.

Place Value Anchor Chart

 

Class Picture Tomorrow

Picture re-take day is tomorrow.  We will take another class photo so as to include our friends who were absent first time around.

Bible Ceremony

The Grade 4's were presented with their own copy of the New Testament today at our Bible Ceremony.  Father was thoroughly impressed by how well behaved and prepared our students were. A thank you to all parents and grandparents who were able to attend.  Enjoy sharing our Catholic story!

Descriptive Writing

Students were asked to go to:

http://padlet.com/denise_als/Halloween

and use 5 adjectives to describe their Hallween.  Some completed this at school, others are asked to complete it tonight.

Jesus Gathers a Community

Read John 1. 35-46.  Discuss what the passage is about.

CASI

Students started their first CASI (Comprehension, Attitude, Strategies, Interests) today.  This is an assessment designed to measure a students approach to reading and level of comprehension.  They were asked to summarize the text and answer "thinking" questions using their own ideas and information from the story. Ask your child about "Joe's Junk" this weekend.

October WWW

Non Fiction Text Features

Ask your child to share the text features of a non-fiction text.  Discuss the story we read today, "The First Skateboard in the History of the World" by Betsy Byars.

Dreambox and Raz kids Computer Codes

Patterning Review to Practice

Independent Patterning Task

We have completed our unit on patterning.  Students will complete an independent task or a "show what you know" on Friday.  We will spend the next two days reviewing concepts.  

Our Patterning Anchor Chart

Making Corn Husk Dolls

Way to Go!

The little school with the big heart raised a whopping $1200.00 for Cole's Cancer Crusaders and $350.00 for the Terry Fox Foundation.  Thank you so much for your generosity!

Terry Fox - Cole's Cancer Crusaders

Just a reminder that tomorrow is our Terry Fox - Cole's Cancer Crusaders Run.  Thank you for all your donations to both The Great Canadian Sears Run and our Twoonies for Terry Campaign. All volunteers are welcome to come to our assembly at 12:15, followed by our run.

Answer Using R.O.P.E.S

September WWW

Spirit Assembly Success

The Grade 4 and Grade 4/5 class did an excellent job presenting the Gospel Value of Community. Jesus said, "Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these".  How does this quote connect to the Gospel Value of Community and how can we show community at OLW?

Summarizing a Story

Practicing For Our Spirit Assembly

The assembly is Tuesday, September 22 at 10:00.  All are welcome!

Homework Duotangs

Homework duotangs were sent home today.  They are due back next Wednesday, but if your child completes it sooner, they can place it in the Homework Bin.

First Spirit Assembly

The Grade 4 students have the privilege of presenting the Gospel Value of Community at our first Spirit Assembly. Today we examined a biblical quote that best exemplifies this. More details to follow... 

Thanks to everyone who was able to attend our Curriculum Night.  I look forward to being a partner in your child's education this year.

We Remember

Students shared special family memories today and are in the process of creating a "Class Remembering Book".  

Looking forward to meeting parents tonight at our Curriculum Night.

Number Patterns

Students are learning to create, extend and describe growing, shrinking and repeating patterns using mathematical language such as term, core, increasing and decreasing.  They are recognizing the importance of clarifying pattern rules in order for the pattern to be extended correctly.

Working Hard

Welcome Back

Welcome back to the start of another terrific school year.  I look forward to teaching your child!  See everyone at Curriculum Night on Tuesday, September 15th.

Happy Summer!

Happy Last Day of School

Students Presenting to the Grade 3 Class

Fractions and Decimals

Students began to discuss tenths and hundredths and the relationship between fractions and decimals.  For example:  2/10 is the same as 0.2.

Thank You

I would like to extend a HUGE thank you to Blair Plummer, our co-op student who was an enormous help in our class this semester.  His dedication and hard work really benefitted our students. Tomorrow is his last day.  We wish him every success as he embarks on his next journey in the fall to Ryerson University.  

Fun at the OAC

OAC Trip Tomorrow

Just a reminder to dress appropriately for our trip to the Ottawa Athletic Club tomorrow.  Students are asked to bring a healthy lunch and snacks, a water bottle, their swim suit and a towel.  It will be an awesome day!

Mother Mary Essays

Dramatizing Parables

Students began to present their interpretation of various parables.  Their success criteria was voice projection and how their actions conveyed the message of the parable.  Fellow classmates were then encouraged to provide their peers with 3 stars (positive feedback) and a wish (something to consider for next time).  

Family Life

Students began a discussion about the miracle of life.  It stimulated a lot of questions.  Terms mentioned include umbilical cord, placenta, amniotic sac, sperm cells and ovum.

Review, Review, Review

Please continue to review multiplication and division facts daily with your child. This will ensure greater success at solving real world math problems.  We will move onto fractions and decimals next.

Review Homework

Please continue to review your multiplication and division homework sheets.  Students are in the process of completing an independent task this week.

Finding Synonyms

Used Book Sale / Open House

Just a reminder of our used book sale tomorrow as well as our Open House.

Inferring

May WWW

Growth Mindset

Students did a wonderful job discussing growth mindset.  We will continue to brainstorm ways we can change our thinking to ensure we all have a growth mindset and not a fixed mindset.

Earth Day

Tomorrow we celebrate Earth Day. Today students shared ideas on how to reduce our carbon foot print.  They will be part of our Leafy Green initiative.

Persuasive Writing

Multiplication Facts

Continue to practice multiplication and division facts daily.  Encourage them to share the fact family for every equation. For example:  8 x 7 = 56, 7 x 8 = 56, 

56 / 7 = 8, 56 / 8 = 7.

Stations of the Cross

Students participated in Stations of the Cross today and discussed Jesus' journey as He carried His cross.  At the end of the 14th Station, we reflected on the many things we are grateful for how we should always ask ourselves when faced with a difficult situation, "What would Jesus do?"

Palm Sunday

Today students discussed the meaning of palms and the donkey as Jesus made His triumphant entry into Jerusalem.  

Continue to review the math sheets in your child's homework duotang.

Multiplication and Division Review

Students have almost completed their multiplication and division unit.  Their homework this week reflects what they should review.  We will go through it tomorrow (we ran out of time today) and they can practice it over the weekend.  They will "show what they know" about multiplication and division on Tuesday.

March Break Practice

Please have students practice their multiplication tables daily (up to 9 x 9). We will begin multiplying and dividing 2-digit numbers using authentic problem solving skills after the break.  

Compare and Contrast

Students just completed a compare and contrast between Harriet Tubman and Moses. Ask them to share what they found out.

Using Google Slides in Class

Multiplication Facts

Continue to practice skip counting by 3's, 4's, 6's and 7's. This will help when learning their multiplication tables and related fact families.

Flag Day at OLW

February WWW

Reports Home Today

Dear Parents,

Please be advised that reports went home today.  If you have any questions, or would like to meet and an interview was not requested, please feel free to contact me 613-824-9700.  I am available for interviews on Thursday, February 19th from 4 -7 p.m.

Thanks and Happy Family Day!

New Co-op Student

Please welcome Blair to our classroom.  He is competing his Grade 12 year at St. Peter's High School in the SHSM program.  He will be with us until June and is a welcome addition!

Adjectives

Children are trying to expand their vocabulary by using a variety of adjectives.  Ask your child about the story "The Boy Who Loved Words". What words from the story really grabbed their attention?

Media Tricks

Media Tricks

Media Literacy

Students continue to look critically at media, especially advertising, and ways in which companies try to sell their product.  Look for the clear and hidden message in a t.v. commercial tonight.

Grade 4/5 Trip

Just a heads up, the Grades 4 and 5's will be going to Jacques Cartier Park on Thursday, February 12th.  Letters will be sent home tomorrow.

Media Literacy

Students continue to study advertising tricks used to sell products.  Visit "PBS Kids Don't Buy It" for some online activities.

Students had the opportunity to snow shoe today....they had fun!

Media Literacy

Discuss the definition of media with your child.  How does it impact our lives? Record how much time your child spends exposed to media in one night.

Spirit Assembly

Just a reminder that tomorrow is our Spirit Assembly.  We will be recognizing students who demonstrate the Gospel value of community.  The assembly begins at 8:30 a.m.

Procedural Writing

Making Pictographs

Independent Math Task Tomorrow

Just a reminder to review the green math sheets in your child's duotang in preparation for the independent task tomorrow. 

Making Connections - 4 Types

Making Connections

Making connections to a text while reading helps improve your child's understanding. Ask about the types of connections that were discussed in class today.

Welcome Back

Students were asked to google "Epiphany" today.  They should share why this day is special with family members. Please continue to practice skip counting by 3's, 4's, 6's and 7's to better prepare students for their multiplication tables.