Ms. Barrington's Newsletter

Grade 3 is the Place to Be!

This Week

Monday (Day 3):

Music

Gr. 3 Gardening Club

October Hot Lunch Orders Due

Tuesday (Day 4):

Music

Leader in Me

Wednesday (Day 5):

Inclusive Music

Library (Book Bags Go Home)

Phys. Ed.

Fundraising Association AGM (7:30 pm)

Thursday (Day 1):

Take Me Outside (Dress for the Weather)

Terry Fox Walk

Friday (Day 2):

Orange Shirt Day

Phys. Ed.

Art

What We've Been Up To

We Isolated

the initial phoneme, the first sound we hear, in words.

We Collected

leaves and sticks to use in our isopod vivariums.

We Identified

and drew landforms, creating a Visual Dictionary for our use.

Assignments for the Week

Calendar Items

September 17th- Parent Council AGM (Postponed)
September 18th- Welcome Back BBQ (Postponed)
September 18th- PEAK Begins
September 19th- Picture Day
September 20th- No School (Staff PLF #1)
September 25th- Fundraising Association AGM
September 26th- Terry Fox Walk
September 27th- Orange Shirt Day
September 30th- No School (Day for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation)
October 11th- No School (Staff PLF #2)
October 14th- No School (Thanksgiving)
October 22nd- Picture Retakes
October 25th- No School (Staff PLF #3)

September

Notes From the Office

Absences or Late Arrivals: Please email: cgabsences@fmpsd.ab.ca if you are aware that your student will be absent or late. For early pickups or changes to pickups, families should contact the office via phone.

Trickle Entry: As you are aware, this year, in order to improve student safety in and around the school, we have implemented a system for Trickle In Entry. What this means is, that while the bell times are unchanged with the first bell ringing at 8:35 am, with an 8:40 am start for ECDP and Kindergarten, we allow students to enter the school starting at 8:25 am. This has been done mainly to minimize the congestion at the doors and indeed around the school building, including on Parsons Creek Drive. We have seen improvements already and appreciate the feedback that has been provided to us. Please note that we do not expect, nor would we want all students to arrive at 8:25 am, as that would only shift the congestion 10 minutes earlier. All students should be in the building by 8:35 am at the first bell. Thank you for your cooperation as we work together to provide the safest environment for our students.

CG Gear: Our online store is up and running for the year. Check out https://christinagordon.entripyshops.com/ to order school clothing. There is a wide variety of styles, logos, and colours to choose from!

Hot Lunch Program: Hot Lunch ordering for the month of October is now open. Ordering will be open from the 1st to the 20th of each month in order to order for the following month. As this is the first month, ordering dates are delayed and will be September 11th to September 23rd. There is no Hot Lunch ordering for ECDP or Kindergarten students. This program is run entirely by parent volunteers. When placing your order you may notice a button to Volunteer for Hot Lunch days. Please consider volunteering to help sort and organize Hot Lunch from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. This program will not continue to run without the support of parent volunteers. To place your order click on the following link (https://christinagordon.hotlunches.net) and refer to the instructions below (Digital Take Home Folder). Information from last year is not kept in the Hot Lunch system and all parents must register for a new account each year. If you have any questions you can contact our Hot Lunch team at cgshotlunch@outlook.com.

Take Me Outside: Our class will be enjoying the outdoors as a regular learning space this year. We are excited to be taking part in the Take Me Outside Learning Challenge this year. There is a growing amount of scientific evidence that says when we provide children with the chance to spend regular time in nature, they are happier, healthier, and better learners. I will be designing lessons based on the Alberta Curriculum, which are normally taught indoors, to teach in and around the schoolyard and in our community. It is important that students understand that when we are taking a lesson outside; this is not free play or recess time. We will be working hard throughout September so students get into the groove of productive learning outdoors on a regular basis! To assist your child in feeling comfortable and ready to learn outdoors, please help them to choose clothes and footwear that are appropriate for the weather each day. We will be aiming to have most of our outdoor learning on Day 1, but with schedule changes or weather conditions, that day is flexible to change. If you have any questions about our outdoor learning or your child’s individual needs, please don’t hesitate to contact me! Thanks for your support!

Seesaw: Please make sure that you connect to Seesaw to receive important updates from your student and myself. We will post to Seesaw to share their learning with you. I will also send you messages and reminders through Seesaw that families need to be able to see. Seesaw is private. You’ll only see posts created by your child or their teacher. Our classroom Seesaw will be updated several times a week and it is important the ALL families connect to be informed of our classroom activities and of their students learning. A letter was sent home in the Take Home Folder on Friday that contained a QR Code to assist you in connecting. If you need another copy, please let me know and one will be provided to you. Families can also follow the following steps:

From Your Smartphone

1. Download the free Seesaw app for iOS or Android

2. Tap, “I’m a Family Member”

3. Tap, “Create Family Account”

4. Scan this QR code using Seesaw’s built-in QR code scanner

5. Create your account

From Your Computer

1. In a web browser, go to: https://app.seesaw.me/s/158-798-647

2. Choose your child from the list

3. Create your account

4. Once you’re approved by Ashley Barrington, you’ll get access to Seesaw

Already Have an Account?

If you’ve used Seesaw before or have more than one child using Seesaw, follow these steps:

1. Sign in to your account in the Seesaw app or on the web at https://app.seesaw.me

2. Click on your profile icon, click “+Add Child’s Journal” button, then scan the QR code above

Terry Fox Walk: Our school is proudly taking part in the annual Terry Fox School Run to continue Terry's dream of a world without cancer. Please support our school's fundraising efforts today. Families can do so at the following link: https://schools.terryfox.ca/72956. Our goal this year is to raise around $2 400 for the year 2024!

Scholastic Book Orders: Ready to discover the characters and stories your kids love? With expertly curated selections, plus the chance for our class to earn rewards with every order, Scholastic Book Clubs is here for your family to boost your student’s reading joy and create moments of quality time you can share together! Families can shop the September/October Digital Flyer at: scholastic.ca/bc/digifyers. Help your child discover the pure joy of reading when you use our Class Code: RC171346. Every order benefts our classroom, helping us to earn FREE books and resources that every child can enjoy. Thanks for your support!