Two Days...Tuesday!

Hello Families!


The last "two days" before break!!!!


 Please be reminded that school is out early tomorrow at 2:10; please make sure you are prepared for your child to be home early!


Christmas break runs from December 22nd to January 4th.

Meaningful Monday!

Hello Families!


We were so grateful today to have all students in grade 4 to 8 watch a movie, enjoy hot chocolate and then receive a gift from Santa. 


Please ask you child to show you what they received. 


We spent the remainder of the day working on our Thank-You letters, reading and going to Phys-Ed. 


What a lucky bunch of kiddos!


Please be reminded that Wednesday is the last day of school before Christmas Holidays and we end at 2:10pm.


I will keep agendas at the school over the holidays so we don't loose any!

Friday! Friday!

Hello Families!


What an amazing job our children did at the Christmas Concert!  Mrs. Shaw and I were so proud of all of them!


Homework and Reminders:

• Lesson 13 spelling test Monday
• 5's multiplication quiz Monday
• Only 3 days of school next week; holidays Thursday December 22,2016 to January 4, 2017

Enjoy your weekend!

Wintery Wednesday!

Hello Families!


We had a wonderful day in grade 4/5.  We went to the Double Tree for a delicious Turkey dinner, we did some Math and then we spent the day doing our "community service" project for Advent! We spent the day making the decorations for the Advent Concert; snowflakes and Christmas Balls courtesy of Mrs. Walby's Class!!!


No homework and no reminders!!!

Tuesday Tales!

Hello Families!


We have had a pretty standard day in Grade 4/5 today.  We worked on some math, writing, and spelling.  We did out exit slip on how First Nations People are connected to the land; ask your child about this.  We had a beautiful liturgy and then finished the day with Phys-Ed.


Homework and Reminders:

• 5's test Friday
• Spelling test Friday
• Christmas Concert Thursday! 1pm and 7pm 
• Double Tree lunch Wednesday!

Many Memos Monday

Hello Families!


As we swing into the last weeks of school before our Christmas break we have a lot of reminders, events, and work!


Please be reminded that holidays have not started yet and there is still a lot of learning to do!


Homework and Reminders:

• Math workbook pgs. 11,13
• New spelling words lesson 13
• Math 5's multiplication and any times tables that you have not mastered!
• PLEASE SEE IMPORTANT GREEN NOTE!!!!

Thinking Thursday!

Hello Families!


It is getting colder outside and children need to be dressed for the weather; coats, mitts, ski pants, toques, boots and scarves.  Please make sure your children have what they need.


Homework and Reminders:

• Math pgs. 28 and 29 workbook
• Lesson 12 spelling test Friday
• 0 to 4's multiplication quiz Friday
• Whoville Hair Friday

Tuesday Talk!

Monday Mania!

Hello Families!


We had a busy start to our Monday!  Students have new spelling words, we have a 0 to 4 cumulative multiplication test coming up, and we started our French Advent Unit! So cool.


Reminders and Homework:

• Math workbook pgs. 4 and 14
• New spelling Lesson 12-Test Friday
• 0 to 4 multiplication cumulative test Friday
• Santa Store money and note due
• Reading Night December 7th
• Special Lunch December 7th..Thank You Chili for Children

Fabulous Friday!

Hello Families!


We had a nice Friday and students seemed to be following procedures much better than at the start of our week!  A big shout out to our choir members for their performance at the Rotary Carol Festival.  You sounded beautiful and I was so proud of how well you conducted yourselves!


We are busy practising for our Advent concert, making cards, starting our first 5 paragraph essay, learning multiplication and exploring our reading strategies through the book Pip Bartlett's Guide to Magical Creatures! Ask your child about where the Fuzzles like to hide and what they do!!


Homework and Reminders:

• 4's test Monday
• Math workbook pgs. 4 and 14
• Use IXL
• Read, Read Read!!

Wintery Wednesday!

Hello Families!


We had a fairly busy day today in grade 4/5.  I am finding that students are starting to slip in both procedures and work habits.  I know we are heading into Advent and Christmas and along with that comes much excitement; that being said we still have a lot of learning to do!


The Grade 4's are coming home with bibles that were blessed this morning by Father John!  A big thank-you to him for his time! We are truly blessed.


Homework and Reminders:

• Math workbook pgs. 11 and 12
• Santa Store opens next week please bring your Toonie!
• Practice your spelling and your 4's

Snowy Tuesday!

Hello Families!


What a beautiful way to wake up this morning; a beautiful blanket of fresh white snow!  We also started our day with a liturgy on the first week of advent!  We lit the candle of HOPE!

Homework and Reminders:

• Math workbook Pgs. 8 and 9
• New spelling words lesson #11
• 4's multiplication! Please study!

Monday Musings!

Hello Families!


Welcome back to another week of Grade 4/5! 


We had a bit of a slow start to our week with many children sleepy and having difficulty following procedures.  Most students were not prepared for their 3's math test; it was very evident who studied and who did not.  That being said, I have delayed our Lesson 10 spelling test until tomorrow to give students a chance to be prepared and do their best. 


We have started preparing ourselves for Jesus!  What an exciting Season; we have even started preparing for our Advent Concert!




Homework and Reminders:

• Please call if you did not make you interview time.
• Math Workbook pgs. 6 and 7
• Study your 2's and 3's if you need to rewrite.
• Spelling test tomorrow.

Thankful Thursday!

Hello Families!


We had a very "thankful" day in Grade 4/5 today! The students worked on letters to Santa and were thankful for all the good in their lives.  We have also been working on Advent and learning to be thankful and excited about this season! The students were treated to a special Hot Dog lunch and we were thankful for this as well.  I was very thankful for the many families who turned out for Student Led conferences; thank you for being involved in your child's education!


Homework and Reminders:

• No School Friday November 25th.
• Math Pg. 3,4,5 of the multiplication workbook
• practice on IXL this weekend.
• Lesson 10 spelling test Monday.
• 3's times table test Monday

Enjoy Your Weekend!

Monday Memos!

Hello Families!


We had a lot of things going on this Monday!  Students were treated to an amazing lunch at the Double Tree Hotel courtesy of the Workers Compensation Board! Thank you very much for your kindness and generosity!


Homework and Reminders:

• Gr 4 Math SWYK pg.116 1to4
• Gr Math pg.94 4and5
• New spelling words Lesson #10
• 3's multiplication table
• Report cards coming home Tuesday
• Interviews Wednesday and Thursday Evening
• No school Friday
• Hot Dog lunch Thursday...see note!

Furry Friday!

Hello families!


We had a "furry" Friday with many of my students donating a dollar to mens' health and our Movember campaign.  Here is a picture of our "moustached" kiddos!!

Homework and Reminders:


 We had our 2's test today and I am still struggling to get some of my students to see the importance of practising on their own.  It is not enough just to come to class and leave things at school.  reinforcement at home is so important.  Thank you for your support.


Please be reminded that report cards will be coming home Monday and interview are next week.  November 23rd and 24th.

Wednesday Winners!

Hello Families!


We had a great day in grade 4/5!  We were treated to two presentations: one on anti-bullying and one by Olympia. Shot Putter Taryn Suttie!! So cool!





Homework and Reminders:

• Please Study your 2's
• Gr.4 Math Pg.111 1to4
• Gr.5 Math worksheet on 2x2 Multiplication
• Reading Night Tonight 6to7:30

Tuesday!

Hello Families,


We had a very productive and busy Tuesday. The kids were right on the ball this morning so we kicked off the day with some Math and went right into Religion, Reading, and some prep work for Student Lead Conferences.


We have a short but busy week!


Homework and Reminders:

• Please study your 2's.  Test Friday.
• Gr.4 math Pg.109 4,5,6
• Gr.5 Math first page of worksheets 2x2 multiplication.
• Reading Night tomorrow November 16th from 6to7:30
• Friday is Wear a Moustache Day for Movember in support of Men's Health!  Bring a loonie!

Wednesday Wondering!

Hello families!


We had a great day in grade 4/5 and were able to top off our day with an afternoon of swimming!


I hope all of you find time this break to reflect on those people who have served our country in the military or in front line services such as our police officers.  We have a wonderful safe life because of the sacrifices made by these folks!

Homework and Reminders:

• Please work on your 2's this break!!!!
• Read for AR

Terrific Tuesday!

Hello Families!


Thank You to all of my sweet students for their birthday wishes!  They made my day so special!!!


Please practice your 2's and get ready for swimming tomorrow!!!! Bring your bathing suit, a towel, a plastic bag and a quarter!

Monday Musings!

Hello Families!


We have a short week this week! There is no school for students November 10, 11, or 14th.


We will be going swimming Wednesday November 9th in the afternoon. Please make sure your child has what they need to walk there, swim and lock up their belongings.


Homework:

• No spelling because of short week.
• Please practice your 2's times tables.

Fabulous Friday!

Hello Families!


What a great day! I cannot believe it is November and we are still enjoying warm fall like days!  The students tested their spelling knowledge today as well as their 0's and 1's times tables!! Please ask your child how they did!  It is really important that students receive support from home with regards to multiplication!  Please try to work with your child for about 5 minutes a night on the times table we focus on that week!  Next week is 2's; perhaps we can get a jump start on the weekend!

Check out this video to help you with the 2's!!!!


Have a great weekend my Marvelous Multipliers!!!!

Thinking Thursday!

Hello families!


We had a great day in Grade 4/5! Students worked really hard to understand their Math and Practice RAD.  I was so proud of them.


We have a big day tomorrow!


Homework and Reminders:

• Gr.4 Math Pg.92 2to6
• Gr.5 Math Pg. 82 1,2,5
• Spelling test Friday lesson 9 words
• 0's and 1's multiplication test Friday
• Please bring Ice cream pails with lids!

Wonky Wednesday!

Hello Families!


It would seem that the aftermath of the Halloween candy feast hit us today!  Students had a very hard time staying on task and following procedures.  Yawning and sleepiness during teaching time and talking and being silly during work time was the way our day played out.  We are hoping for a more peaceful day tomorrow!


Homework and Reminders:

• Gr. 4 Math Pg.88to89 1to4 and 8
• Gr. 5 Math Pg. 78to79 1to4 and 7
• Math-practice 0's and 1's times tables
• Retakes tomorrow.
• Please bring Ice Cream pails with Lids

Tuesday Talk!

Hello Families!


I hope you all had a safe and happy Halloween.  The students said they had a great time and were full on sweets and treats!


I sent home a lot of notes today with your child.  The Grade 4's have been invited to a Bible Presentation mass at St. Cecilia this weekend.  Please read the note and let me know if your child will be there with you.  As well, there is a note about swimming and the November Newsletter for the school.


Homework and Reminders:

• Study Spelling
• Practice 0's and 1's

Monster Monday!

Hello Families!


Although it is Halloween we still had some learning to do today!  The students began their new Math Unit on Multiplication and Division, we received new spelling words and we worked on some religion. 


Please be reminded that there is still school tomorrow so children need to be rested and ready to learn.  As well, a couple of small treats in a lunch is fine tomorrow but large amounts of candy will not be good.  Please leave your treats at home!


Retakes for school pictures are on November 3rd in the A.M. only!


Please be safe tonight as you trick or treat!

Friday Flew by!

Hello Families!


We had a very productive day in Grade 4/5.  We completed our Unit math test and for the most part the marks were awesome!  We also did our weekly spelling test and worked on more of our student led conferencing items.  I cannot wait for the children to show you what we've been learning!


Reminders:


Please remember that Monday is Halloween!  Students may wear their costumes but we ask that they DO NOT bring any weapons or inappropriate items to the school.


Have a safe weekend!

Thinking Thursday!

Hello Families!


We have a big day tomorrow and we have been preparing all week to succeed! Please assist your child with their spelling and math tonight.  All students have a copy of the exact test they will be given tomorrow for math and they all have their spelling words! We are set up to succeed!!!


Homework and Reminders:

• Math test tomorrow. Unit 1.
• Spelling Test tomorrow. Lesson 8
• Please wear your Buffalo colours tomorrow or your AR shirt!!!

Wacky Wednesday!

Hello Families!


I am so sorry for the delay in posts lately. I had some technical difficulties with both my computer and the internet the past few days. We have a very busy week this week with lots of work to finish and do!


Homework and Reminders:

• Picture retakes are November 3rd in the morning!
• New spelling words...Test Friday
• Math Unit 1 Test Friday.  Students have the actual quiz to study and have worked on it.  They will be bringing it home this evening.

It is imperative that students prepare for tests by studying.  Any help and support from home would be appreciated.


Have a great evening!

Friday Fun!

Hello Families!


We had a great day in grade 4/5 despite the fact that we had a lot of students absent.


 Please remember that coming to school is half the battle when it comes to succeeding at school.  This is the time of year when colds and the flu etc. are going around but unless illness is the reason for absence or a family emergency/situation it would be great if your child was here! They are missed when they are gone!


Students can ALWAYS access their math, social and science textbooks using the Pearson link on this blog.  They have their sign in names and passwords in their agendas! Their assignments are also on the blog daily.


That being said, we will have our lesson 7 spelling test on Monday as so many students were gone.


As well, we will be having a Unit 1 Math test this week.  We are busy reviewing our concepts and I am excited for my students to show me what they know on our test.


We will also begin preparing for Student Led Conferences next week!  I cannot believe that report cards are right around the corner!


Enjoy your weekend!

Wednesday Words!

Hello Families!


We had a pretty great day in Grade 4/5.  Students are so excited to be using our new Reading Daybooks! Ask your child about the tool of "Questioning" and how bats were in the library!!!! (It's a book we read!)


Please make sure you have your math done Gr.5 text Pg27 1to4.  We will be having a unit test soon!


Enjoy your evening and try to get some IXL practice in!

Monday!

Another Monday is upon us which means another week of learning and growing. 


I am really pushing students to become more independent in their studies and following procedures.  I encourage them to become more and more in control of their learning.  There is such security in knowing what is expected!


Homework and Reminders:

• Gr.4 math pg. 24 2,3,5
• Gr. 5 Math pg. 22 5,6
• New Spelling words
• Picture orders due October 26th

Friday Fun!

It was Jammie day at sacred heart today! Though we came in our sleepy clothes we were alert and ready to work.


We also enjoyed a lovely Thanksgiving Liturgy! We have so much to be thankful for!


Homework and Reminders:

• Gr. 4 Math Pg21 6,7
• Gr.5 Math Pg.22 1,2,3
• Have A Great Weekend!

Thursday Things!

Hello Families!

we had a good day in grade 4/5.  We worked very hard in Math today and spent some time reading our AR books.  It was nice to hear that so many people were out last night for reading night. 

We watched this great video with the Myriam Sisters! WOW!

Homework and Reminders:

• Gr. 4 Math Pg. 20 2,3,4,5
• Gr. 5 Math pg. 16 3 and 4
• Tomorrow is Jammie Day!
• Spelling test tomorrow.

Wonderful Wednesday!

Hello Families!

We had a much better day today following procedures.  Students are finding that when we listen and follow procedures they are much better able to get their work completed.

Homework and Reminders:

• Gr. 4 math Pg. 13 #3
• Gr.5 math Pg. 15 #2
• Reading Night Tonight

Tired Tuesday!

Hello Families!

We were a sleepy bunch today!  It was great to see the children back after a long weekend but they were a little out of the swing of things with procedures and being ready to learn.  Hopefully tonight they will get rested and be ready for a busy Wednesday!

Homework and Reminders:

• Gr. 4 Math Pg.13 #4
• Gr. 5 Math Pg.12 #3 and 4
• New spelling words
• Reading Night tomorrow night October 12th!

Wintery Wednesday!

It has been a wintery start to the day!  The students have been very good this week and having been working hard to learn new concepts! I am so proud of them!

Reminders:

• No School October 6,7,10th. We return the 11th.
• Have a wonderful blessed Thanksgiving.

Misty Monday!

Hello Families!

What a great start to our short week! The students were engaged and ready to learn which was awesome.

Homework and Reminders:

• New spelling words.  Lesson 5.
• Grade 4 math Page 8to9 2,3,6
• Grade 5 Math Page 8 1,3,4
• Picture Day October 5th
• No School October Thursday October 6th, Friday October 7th,or Monday October 10th

Please be reminded that all students now have access to their math, social and science textbooks online via their Pearson username and password. IT'S IN THEIR AGENDA.

Please also be reminded that students have access to IXL math practice with their username and password. IT'S IN THEIR AGENDA.

Check out this video from September 30th "Orange Shirt day!"

http://regina.ctvnews.ca/saskatchewan-students-recognize-harm-of-residential-schools-during-orange-shirt-day-1.3096401

Thorough Thursday!

Hello Families!

We had a much better day in grade 4/5 today! Procedures were followed very well and students tried very hard on their math tests! It is very important that children study for their tests. Any help from home would be greatly appreciated!

Homework and Reminders:

• Spelling test tomorrow.  Please Study!!
• Orange Shirt Day tomorrow. Please check out the video below.

Wednesday Words!

Hello Families,

Just a reminder to all students that we need to continue to follow procedures in our classroom.  We have had a few rough days this week following the long weekend and Reading Night.  It is my goal to provide students with an enriching learning environment.  That being said, procedures create this type of classroom and must be followed.

Students have all be sent home with a copy of the math test they will receive tomorrow.  I have done this so that students have a clear understanding of what they are expected to be able to do.  I will change nothing on the actual test from what they have today.

Please STUDY for your Math tonight.  You have all the tools you need to find success!

Parents please ask your child about Pearson online textbooks and IXL! They have access to both now!

Reading Night Tuesday!

Hello Families!

Tonight is a big night at Sacred Heart!  We have our first Reading Night combined with our Meet The Teacher Night.  I hope to see all of you!

Homework and Reminders:

• We have our first Math test this Thursday! Please be prepared.
• Spelling Test Friday
• Orange Shirt Day Friday!

Monday!!

Hello Families!

We had a sleepy start to a very busy week in grade 4/5.  It is so important that students go to bed early on the night before school; sleepy minds cannot learn. We have a lot going on in school these days and students need to come prepared to learn; this means rested, nourished and ready to put their best foot forward!

Homework and Reminders:

• Math Test on "Whole Numbers" Thursday September 29th.
• New Spelling words; Test Friday
• Meet the teacher Night and Reading Night tomorrow September 27th 6 to 7:30
• Orange T-Shirt day September 30th

I encourage all families to watch this video.  It provides much needed information on the background of orange shirt day September 30th.

Thoughtful Thursday!

Hello families!

We had a lovely walk to mass this morning.  It was so beautiful to see the leaves falling and the smiles on the childrens' faces!  Mass taught us to "Love Our Neighbour As Ourselves."  What a great message to start out the school year!

Please be reminded that there is no school tomorrow as we are on a Staff Retreat Day.

Spelling Test is Monday! Study hard!

Enjoy your weekend!

Wednesday WooHoo!

Hello Families!

It was another great learning day in Grade 4/5!  The students began their On Demand Writing Assessments and I was very proud of the planning they did!  I'm quite certain they will be able to write a wonderful expository on their topic!

Homework and Reminders:

• No School Friday. Staff Retreat Day.
• Spelling Test Monday
• Gr. 4 Math Pg. 74 to 75 1,2,3
• Gr. 5 Math Pg. 62 1,2,5,6

Tuesday Times!

Hello Families!

We had a fairly decent day in grade 4/5. The students are getting much better at procedures and did great during our fire drill. 

Homework and Reminders:

• School Pictures October 5th. Please see note.
• Study spelling words. Test Thursday.
• No school Friday. Teachers Retreat.
• Math Homework tonight. Please finish your subtraction sheets.

Monday Mania!

Hello Families!

We had a great start to our week despite the fact that almost every student has a cold.  It is so important this time of year to remember to eat well, get plenty of rest, and wash our hands!

Homework and Reminders:

• New spelling words..test Thursday.
• No School Friday..Teacher Retreat day!
• Writing Assessment this week

Fun Friday!

Hello Families!

We had a great Friday in Grade 4/5.  We worked on math, had our spelling test, and had our library orientation!

It was also GREEN day and we had our field trip to see the RCMP parade at Depot! Wow we were busy!

In fact, we were so good we earned our Friday treat and Mrs. Walby bought popsicles!!!

Thriving Thursday!

Hello Families!

The students are really beginning to thrive in school.  The daily procedures are really sinking in and the children are feeling more and more competent at what is expected of them.  We are still trying to work on our independence and stamina when it comes to staying focused and staying on task.

Great job at bringing the math homework back!

Homework and Reminders:

• Study Lesson 2 spelling words.
• Green Day Friday!

Wonderful Wednesday.

Hello Families!

What a beautiful day today; the sun was shining and the children worked very hard today! The grade 5's wrote their RAD test and the Grade 4's were very respectful and patient.

Today is the first day I am sending math homework home.  I told the children they need to be mindful of their things and not lose their math duo-tang as I would not be replacing it. Hopefully they all come back and the work is done!

Homework and Reminders:

• Math addition worksheet due tomorrow.
• Study spelling. Test Friday.
• Basketball forms are due Friday if you took one.
• Green Day Friday
• RCMP field trip Friday

Terrific Tuesday!

Hello Families!

Just a few reminders for today! 

• Please study your spelling words as we have a test on Friday.
• RAD testing is this week so please be at school.
• Friday is Green Day!
• Friday field trip to RCMP Depot for Parade.

Mindful Monday!

Hello Families!

Welcome back to another week of school!  This week we will be doing our reading assessment called the RAD for our grade 5 students.  The grade 4's will be getting a taste of this assessment but will not be formally assessed until next year!

Reading is one of the best ways to help your child exceed in school! I encourage all of you to attend our first reading night September 27th at 6pm.

Homework and Reminders:

• New spelling words.  Test Friday.
• School trip Friday. RCMP parade

Thursday things!....What a Great Class!

Hello Families!

We had a beautiful fall day at school today!  We were able to get outside and get some much needed fresh air after a hard morning of learning!

Homework and Reminders:

• Gr. 4 Math pg.9
• Gr. 5 Math Pg. 9 and 11
• Spelling test tomorrow!

Tuesday Tidings!

Hello Families!

I trust all of you had a restful and enjoyable September long weekend!  The students were pretty tired this morning so I encouraged them to get plenty of rest so that they were ready and able to learn!  We are starting to get into the full academic swing of things at school.  Many students are still in sleepy summer mode and the transition can be a bit difficult.  The best way to address this is lots of rest and healthy food.

Reminders:

• Please make sure you bring your white demographic sheets back.
• Gr. 4 math pg. 3 and 4
• Gr. 5 Math Pg. 2,3,4

Enjoy your evening!

Welcome Back!

Hello Families!

I am so happy to be a part of the family at Sacred Heart this year!  We are off to a great start and I am blessed to have such a great group of children to work with this year in my grade 4/5 class.  Please feel free to contact me at the school 306-791-7290 or k.walby@rcsd.ca if you have any questions.

Everyday I will update the blog with what we have done that day and any important reminders.

Have a great weekend!

Ms. Walby

It's Almost that Time Again!

Hello Families!

It's almost that time again to begin another school year!  I cannot believe how fast my maternity leave has flown by.  Little Sam is already 7 months old!  I hope that some of my St. Francis Families still check in every once in a while.  It would be great to hear from you!

I am right now sitting in my classroom getting things ready for a very exciting year at my new school Sacred Heart.  I feel very blessed to be coming to Sacred Heart and am looking forward to meeting my new students and their families!

Enjoy the last few days of summer and we will see you in a few weeks!

Love
Ms. Walby