October 19, 2012

Hi Everyone,

We have had another busy week in Division 8.  I am happy to report that the students are doing well with their daily routines and are really gelling together as a class.

We have begun our new themes (bats and Halloween).  Please check the 'Science/Socials/Other' tab to find out more about our work there.  The enthusiasm is incredible!  We have also been enjoying the books of our new 'Author of the Month', Mike Thaler.  He is the creator of the 'Black Lagoon' series and we are loving his books because they make us laugh.  If you haven't had a chance to come and see our 'Bat' door yet, please drop in.  If I am not in the room you are welcome to plug in the lights to enjoy the full effect :)

Next week is our pumpkin patch field trip.  A reminder to everyone that this will be happening rain or shine so please send appropriate footwear/jackets for your children.  Also, it is very important that you send your child's booster seat to school.  We have some extras here but with all of the primary classes attending this trip they won't last long.  Thank you so much to our volunteer drivers.  We have just enough spaces available!

I have also booked some field trips for the month of November.  Two of them will require parent drivers (November 6, Skating in the afternoon) and (November 15, Public Library in the afternoon).  In addition, our entire school will also be attending the Symphony on Friday, November 23 (students will be bussed for this field trip).  I will be sending permission slips closer to these field trip dates but I wanted to inform you now so that you can 'save the date' if you would like to come.  I don't normally plan three field trips in one month but these opportunities all came available at this time and I do feel they are all worthwhile activities as part of your child's education.

I would like to thank you for your support in ensuring that your child has packed his/her planner and 'Just Right Reading' bags each day.  We do use these daily for a variety of activities and it really benefits your child to have the necessary equipment here.  Thanks so much.

Once again, if any of you have any questions or comments please come and see me or write a note in your child's planner.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Ms. Roberts