Scholastic Book Orders

 

Scholastic Book Orders 

This afternoon your child brought home a scholastic book order flyer after attending the Calgary Public Library K-2 Book Blast! We got super excited about books and reading and couldn't wait to take a look at the flyers. 

If you wish to order through scholastic, please use our class code: RC107700 
as it helps us build our classroom library as well! 

Here is a link to the digital flyer if you wish to view it: Digital Flyer

September 6-9

Make sure to check your child's backpack for a brown envelope! Some paperwork is digital this year and the rest is in the envelope to be returned as soon as possible. 


Placemats
During snack time students will be using placemats in their space as part of our Montessori practical-life learning. Our laminated placemats don't hold out very well so we are asking for a placemat from home if possible. Something simple that can fit in your child's lunch kit is perfect - even a tea towel works! The placemat is meant to travel to and from school each day. If you have any questions or concerns please let me know.

Absences
If your child is going to be absent, please make sure to contact the phone via phone or email. I would also appreciate being cc'd on the email so I am kept in the loop! Thanks in advance. 

Physical Education
This year, we will have a gym time every other day. On the days that we do not have time in the gym, we will be going outside for phys ed. Please make sure your child has appropriate shoes for both indoor and outdoor phys ed. At LBS, we love to go outside in all types of weather (unless it's colder than -20) so we will be going outside - rain or shine! 

Upcoming Dates

• Wednesday, September 21st - Peace Day
• Wednesday, September 21st - Terry Fox Run 
• Thursday, September 22nd - Welcome Back Open House
• Friday, September 23rd - PD Day - No School
• Thursday, September 29th - Orange Shirt Day
• If you are able, please prepare your child to have an orange shirt in support of this day. 
• Friday, September 30th - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - No School

 Highlights from Our Week

Math 

We started learning about patterns! We used blocks, tiles, LEGO and coloured our own. 

We learned a card game called Make 10! Ask me how to play. 

Buddies

We met our Grade 5/5 Buddies! We were all so excited for the first activity that we did together - making nature name tags for our field journals! Ask me about my buddy :) we will get to see our buddies once every week or so. 

Fundraiser

 

Welcome to 2022-2023!

Hello families! We had a great start to the school year this week! Students enjoyed getting to know each other and slowly getting back into the routine of school. We learned a lot about classroom routines and materials and are easing into school work. Students enjoyed some reading time, playing games in the gym, building and free choice time on Friday.

Upcoming Dates

• Monday, September 5th - Labour Day - No School
• Thursday, September 22nd - Welcome Back BBQ and Open House
• Friday, September 21st - PD Day - No School
• Thursday, September 29th - Orange Shirt Day
• Friday, September 30th - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - No School

Soft Entry

On Tuesday, teachers will be outside to meet students in the morning from 8:00-8:10. Starting on Wednesday morning, we will begin our soft entry in the morning. When students arrive at school they will come in the doors near the garden and will make their way down to the classroom. Doors will be open from 8:00-8:10. Students will be engaged in a morning activity and instructional time will begin at 8:10am. If you are late, please go to the front doors instead. 


Placemats
During snack time students will be using placemats in their space as part of our Montessori practical-life learning. Our laminated placemats don't hold out very well so we are asking for a placemat from home if possible. Something simple that can fit in your child's lunch kit is perfect - even a tea towel works! The placemat is meant to travel to and from school each day. If you have any questions or concerns please let me know.

Absences
If your child is going to be absent, please make sure to contact the phone via phone or email. I would also appreciate being cc'd on the email so I am kept in the loop! 

Shoes
Please make sure your child has clean indoor shoes that they can put on independently to keep at school. Indoor and outdoor shoes need to be appropriate for physical activity as some days we have phys ed outside! 

Montessori Birthday Walk Around the Sun
At LBS we like to celebrate students' birthdays with the Montessori Walk Around the Sun. A Google Slide template will be made and shared with you. You will be able to make a copy and add photos and information about your child to share with your classroom teacher. If it is your child's birthday month, you will receive more information from your child's teacher. Birthday treats cannot be shared with the whole class. 
https://www.montessoriprintshop.com/life-celebration.html

Meet Ms. Gierl

 

Sports Day

 

We are so excited to be able to host a Lake Bonavista School Sports Day in 2022! Sports Day will be taking place on Friday, June 24 from 8:30am-12:15pm. On this day, students will begin in the gymnasium for a pep rally and then travel with their class and their neighbouring class outside to participate in group activities and games. Parent Council has generously provided healthy snacks all students to enjoy for the end of the day!

 

Here are some things to keep in mind:

• Wear athletic clothing and shoes
• Pack a water bottle and snack (we will have two snacks this day)
• Bring sunscreen and bug spray
• Despite the forecasted rain, we will be moving forward with Sports Day unless there are thunderstorms, please dress accordingly

 

Thanks for your support!

Active Living

Last 10 Days Surprise Activities

 

View the surprise schedule by clicking the link below:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pKzmI-UhpUhC3uDv4hdYooM6m9eHet0GOq88l6SFAM4/edit?usp=sharing