February 27/20

Hi Everyone,

Our very busy February is almost coming to an end.  We had a lot of fun activities, culminating with our 'Pink Parade' yesterday.  This was a big success and it was great to see some of our local RCMP officers joining us.  We walked to Laityview Elementary where many of their students lined the pathway around Volker Park.  There were lots of smiles and lots of pink!

Updates/Reminders/Thank you's

*Monday, we are celebrating Dr. Suess's birthday.  Your child is invited to wear something blue, red or 'Dr. Suess' themed
*Our skating field trip is next Thursday.  At this point, we do not have enough drivers.  I will make a decision about whether to proceed with the field trip on Tuesday, March 3rd.  Please sign your child up for this trip before that time.  If you are able to drive, please ensure you have a current driver's abstract on file if you are volunteering to drive.  Thank you!  If you need any paperwork, please email me at :Amanda_roberts@sd42.ca and I can send it home with your child
*please sign up for a conference time via the parent portal if you have not already done so
*a big thank you to Tatum and Natalie's families for their donations of a new book to our classroom (via the Book Fair).  We have read them both and added them to our 'Robert Munsch' book bin to be further enjoyed
*hot lunch is Wednesday, March 11th.  Please sign up online with the PAC if you are interested (see above)
*we had a great turn out for grandparent's day.  A good time was had by all!

Have a great weekend,

Amanda Roberts

Update from Div. 10-Feb 20/20

Happy 100 Day, Everyone!  I am so impressed by all of the fantastic 100 day wearable projects.  The students loved their 100 day parade and other 100 day activities in the gym.

Updates/Reminders/Thank you's

*please complete/return the safety plan that was sent home by the firefighters this week
*please sign up for the conference and skating if you have not already done so
*thank you to Shervin's family for sending in a ball to include in our class equipment.  Donations are always welcome, especially racquetball balls which are enjoyed during games of wall ball
*next week we will have Grandparent's/Special person day on Tuesday, February 25th (information sent home via the parent portal by Mrs. Gallop) and our Pink Day Parade is on Wednesday, February 26th (wear pink and go on a walk to promote kindness).
*The book fair will also be open in our library next week.  I will not be sending home Scholastic this month so that we can support raising funds for our library via this event.

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Amanda Roberts

February 12/20

Hi Everyone,

I hope you all enjoy your extra long family day weekend!

Updates/Reminders/Thank you's

*Please keep your eye out for portal emails regarding our upcoming conferences:  March 12th and 13th.  The format will be the same as the previous time.  You sign up for a 15 minute time slot, come at that time to look at your child's work with him/her and then we all meet together for an additional 15 minutes (for a total of half an hour).  

*We have also sent in a request for Mrs. Gallop to approve our next skating field trip on March 5th so you will be getting a portal announcement about that shortly as well

*We have also planned field trips to see a play at the The Act Theater (Drivers needed) and Grouse Mountain (bus transportation but some volunteers will be needed)  (May 11th)

*February 20th will be the 100th day of school.  This year all of the primary staff are asking students to wear 100.  For example, a t-shirt with 100 pom poms or google eyes, wear 100 bracelets or hair ties.  We have done this in the past and it's been a lot of fun!  Thank you for your support with this, we are hoping to have a small parade to share our creations with the other primary classes who are participating

*please note: the PINK PARADE on February 26th will now be at 9:00 (not between recess and lunch as I originally said). Thank you!

*A form for ordering 'Smencils' came home in your child's planner yesterday if you are interested in participating in this fundraiser

*Thank you to the families who sent in treats for our Valentine's Party.  They were much appreciated!

*Thank you to Noah's mom for helping us with a special art project

Thank you,

Amanda Roberts

February 5/20

Hi Everyone,

As I've mentioned on previous posts, February is a very busy month!

Updates/Reminders/Thank you's

*This Friday we will be having flashlight reading.  Please ensure that your child comes to school with a working flashlight and a book they would like to read with a friend.  Please label items you are sending in.
*February 20th will be the 100th day of school.  This year all of the primary staff are asking students to wear 100.  For example, a t-shirt with 100 pom poms or google eyes, wear 100 bracelets or hair ties.  We have done this in the past and it's been a lot of fun!  Thank you for your support with this, we are hoping to have a small parade to share our creations with the other primary classes who are participating
*Thank you to Keana's family for donating some books to our class library.  They are being enjoyed!
*Thank you to Noah's mom for volunteering to bake 24 cupcakes for our Dr. Seuss celebration at the beginning of March
*I am looking for a parent volunteer to come in and paint (with 2 kids at a time in the hallway) to create the background for an upcoming art project.  Please email me at Amanda_roberts@sd42.ca with your availability if you are able to help.  Thank you!
*our class will have our 'Sexual Health Information' session.  Detailed information has been sent home via the parent portal.
*there will be no spelling next week due to it only being a 3 day week for students
*please note: the PINK PARADE on February 26th will now be at 9:00 (not between recess and lunch as I originally said). Thank you!

REMINDER:  We will be celebrating Valentines Day on Wednesday, February 12th (including handing out Valentines/Our class party) due to the NID and holiday on the 13th and 14th.


Jack  Levi Noah  Ekam Natalie Tatum Olivia Pandora Manjot Natalia Darian Shervin Ryanna Rory
Ailish Elizabeth Eli Tristan Keana Navien Emma

If any parents hadn't yet made it in to sign up for a day to bring treats for a class party, I have assigned you one. Thank you in advance to the following people who will be bringing snacks to share on February 12th for our Valentine's Day Party:

Eli-Fruit Plate
Ryanna-Veggie Plate
Tatum-Cheese/Crackers
Elizabeth-Sweet treat
Keana-Popcorn or Chips
Darian-Other

*On pink shirt day (February 26th), we will also be walking the Terry Fox route (as a school) with signs promoting kindness.  This will be our 'Pink Day Parade'.  Please dress your child appropriately for the weather and you are welcome to join us.  This will be happening between recess and lunch-Approximately 10:40-11:50.  We will start with a gathering in the gym and then head out for the walk)


Thank you,

Amanda Roberts