Tuesday 28 February 2017

Tuesday, February 28


Day 6

Our morning began with a Strove Tuesday pancake eating contest! The students had a lot of fun!










After that we explored this month’s Learner Profile ‘Open-minded’ and the attitude ‘Cooperation’.
The students then went to P.E. with Ms. Tyson. After P.E the students continued with their Learner Profile activity.





We then had first lunch and recess, followed by UOI. In UOI the students continued with their summative projects.








We then had second lunch an recces, followed by French with Mlls. Jessica and agendas.

Important Information:
- SJA/TMA Oral Competition is tomorrow.
- Spirit Week begins next week; come dressed as:
                MONDAY – Pajamas
                TUESDAY – Crazy Hair and Colourful Outfit
                WEDNESDAY – Princess/Superhero
                THURSDAY – House Colours
                FRIDAY – St Patrick’s Day

Have a wonderful evening everyone!

Miss Baimas

Monday 27 February 2017

Monday, February 27


Day 5

Our morning began with our mathematics where we began our new unit of ‘Addition and Subtraction to 100’. We re-capped our learning by exploring how to represent numbers in different ways.






The students then had P.E. with Mr. H, followed by spelling where they were given their new spelling words (Lesson 21).

We then had second lunch and recess followed by music. After music we had UOI where the summative project was introduced. As a class we looked at examples of advertisements and discussed the advantages and disadvantages of each. The students then began to work on rough copy of their own event.

We then had second lunch and recess, followed by French and catch up.

Important Information:
- L21 Spelling words
- SJA/TMA Annual Oral Competition message:

Dear Parents and Guardians,
Following our SJA Oral Competition held on Friday, we are proud to host the Annual SJA/TMA Oral Competition. The competition will take place at St Jude’s Academy on Wednesday, March 1st at 11.30am – 1.30pm against the students from The Maples Academy, Orangeville.
Good luck SJA!
Ms. Baimas and Ms. Bancud


Have a fantastic evening everyone!

Miss Baimas

Thursday 23 February 2017

Thursday, February 23


Day 3

Our morning began with our writing assessment where the students wrote a recount for an absent friend in the form of a letter.


The students then had P.E. with Ms. Tyson, followed by our spelling test.


We then had first lunch and recess followed by music with Mr. Oliver and poems. In poems we watched our Grade 2 finalist perform their poems for the final time before the SJA Oral Competition tomorrow.


We then had second lunch and recess, followed by French and agendas.


Important Information:
- SJA Oral Competition tomorrow, parents welcome.
- Optional Casual Day tomorrow, cost $2, dress as judge, criminal or lawyer.
- Film night tomorrow night.


Have a lovely evening everyone,

Miss Baimas

Thursday, February 23


Day 3

Our morning began with our writing assessment where the students wrote a recount for an absent friend in the form of a letter.

The students then had P.E. with Ms. Tyson, followed by our spelling test.

We then had first lunch and recess followed by music with Mr. Oliver and poems. In poems we watched our Grade 2 finalist perform their poems for the final time before the SJA Oral Competition tomorrow.

We then had second lunch and recess, followed by French and agendas.

Important Information:
- SJA Oral Competition tomorrow, parents welcome.
- Optional Casual Day tomorrow, cost $2, dress as judge, criminal or lawyer.
- Film night tomorrow night.

Have a lovely evening everyone,

Miss Baimas

Wednesday 22 February 2017

Wednesday, February 22


Day 2
Our morning began in mathematics with our mathematics test on 3D shapes and their properties.

The students then went to P.E. with Ms. Tyson. After P.E. the students had novel study where they wrote a prediction on how they think our novel, Horrible Harry and the Holidaze, will end.

We then had first lunch and recess followed by UOI. In UOI the students were presented with a natural disaster problem and as good citizens, they created an event to support the people who have been affected.

When creating their event, the students had to include the following information:
-          What is their event?
-          What is the reason for their event? Which need will they be trying to support?
-          When with their event take place? (Date and time)
-          Where will the event take place? (Location)
-          How can people join in/help?











We then had second lunch and recess, followed by French and agendas.

Important Information:
- Spelling Test tomorrow
- Math Test sent home, please sign and return
- Bake Sale continues tomorrow
- Movie Night tickets sent home.

Have a wonderful evening everyone!

Miss Baimas

Tuesday 21 February 2017

Tuesday, February 21


Day 1

Our morning began with mathematics where we discussed our math review in anticipation for our math test tomorrow. We then played a round of ‘Guess what I am?’ where the children chose a shape, described its properties and we had to state the shape described.













After mathematics, the students had P.E with Mr. H followed by agendas and spelling.
We then had first lunch and recess followed by UOI. In UOI the students had to identify their own wants and needs. They were told that there was a flood coming and they had to pack 2 suitcases. In one suitcase they had to draw what they would need. In the other suitcase the students had to draw what they would want to take.

This activity also continues after music with Mr. Oliver.

We then had second lunch and recess followed by UOI catch up where the students checked and completed work. We also listened to our poem finalists and provided formative feedback.

Important Information:
-          Casual Day tomorrow, wear pink to support ‘Anti-bulling’.
-           Additional casual day on Friday, cost $2, come dressed as a judge, criminal or lawyer.
-          Candy Sale continues tomorrow.
-          Talent Show auditions on Friday for those who have signed up
-          SJA Oral Competition on Friday, all parents welcome.
-          Math test tomorrow, review sent home.
      March Lunch message:

Dear SJA Parents

The lunch ordering system is open for March. Parents you may log in with your created emails and passwords and order for the month. A reminder that the system closes on Feb. 24th at 4:00pm.  All lunch payments must be received by Feb 27th in order for the orders to be processed. If you have any questions you can contact  bsmith@stjudescademy.com 


Thanks so much, 


      Pick Up message:

Dear SJA Families, We have updated some of our policies and procedures in regards to Kiss and Ride and Parking. If you could please familiarize yourselves with them, as they are currently in effect, we greatly appreciate it. We thank you for cooperating with our Kiss and Ride and parking procedures to ensure a safe environment for all persons on school grounds.Kiss and Ride Policy and Procedures ·       During morning Kiss and Ride please do not drop your JK/SK child off if there is not a staff member present.  Please park your vehicle in the designated parking lot and enter the school with your child.·       Please stay in your vehicle always while in the Kiss and Ride line up. The driver is NEVER to exit the car to assist students to exit or enter the vehicle.  Kiss and Ride should only be used if your child is independent at getting in and out of the vehicle.·       When dropping off a student, the student remains in your vehicle until you reach the "blue drop-off zone", Students are not to get out of vehicles unless in this area or as directed by a staff member.·       Please remain in the kiss and ride line.  Drivers will be asked to move up once space becomes available or directed by a kiss and ride supervisor.·       Do Not BACK UP at any time.·       The parking lot is only able to hold 20 vehicles in the 'waiting' lane prior to Kiss and Ride opening at 3:30. If you arrive before Kiss and Ride begins, and the lot is full, you must park your car around the perimeter of the roundabout to wait for access to the parking lot.  Cars may not block the entrance/exit of the school parking lot by waiting to turn left into the school while the lot is full.  A sign will be put on the driveway to indicate when the lot is full. You can park at Meadowvale 4 Rinks until the lot re-opens.·       Cars must have access to drive up and down Torquay Mews and in and out of the driveways- our own and the driveways of other businesses.  This is to ensure safety of all individuals and to respect municipal bylaws. ·       The 5 supervisors on duty are there to ensure the safety of everyone. Please follow their directives to ensure this safety.   Inclement Weather and Kiss and Ride ·      In the case of extreme weather conditions such as but not limited to; freezing rain, heavy snowfall, torrential rain storms and lightning storms our Kiss and Ride service will be closed.·      Parents will receive an email by 2:00pm informing them of the closure. In the case of morning kiss and ride a closure sign will be posted in the kiss and ride drop off zone (blue painted area).·      When unforeseen weather circumstances arise that are outside of the 2:00pm time frame a closure sign will be posted informing parents to park. In this case the doors will be open at 3:30 for parents to come into the building to pick up from the gym.  Parking Procedures ·      If you do not wish to participate in the Kiss and Ride pick-up, we encourage you to park in the lot next door (Meadowvale 4 Rinks) and take the short walk over to SJA.  Parents have access into the building beginning at 3:40pm.·      Please do not walk through the kiss and ride lane or the drive through lane. You are encouraged to follow the laid-out path and lines marked for safety during this time.·      We ask that you please do not crowd the entrance door but rather wait at the outside eating area until 3:40.·      We ask that parents please do not drive around the parking lot full sign and enter the parking lot. You are asked to park at Meadowvale 4 Rinks until the lot re-opens at 3:40pm.·      Please do not block the bus lane so the buses may enter at any time. ·      Please do not park in the paraplegic spots as we do have families who need them and have been finding it difficult to use one of these spots lately.  All the best, 

      Uniform message:

Dear SJA Families, 
 
A quick reminder in regards to our uniforms for the different grade groups.
 
JK- Grade 2 gym uniforms are to be worn on Mondays and Wednesdays. After a weekend where Monday is a holiday students will return to school on the Tuesday in their dress uniform. 
 
For grades 3 and up students are asked to come dressed each day in their dress uniform and bring their gym uniforms daily to change.
 
Grades 4 and up should be wearing the blazer (or house hoody) each day. They will wear it in the hallways and on trips but have the option of removing it in the classroom. 
 
Lastly, our Spring uniform will be in effect when we return from the Easter Holiday weekend. 
 
 
Thank you everyone for your cooperation,  


Have a wonderful evening everyone,

Miss Baimas

Thursday 16 February 2017

Thursday, February 16


Day 10

Our morning began with our spelling test, agendas and discussion over our mathematics review for 3D shapes which has been sent home.

The students then had P.E. with Mr. H, followed by our Grade 2 Oral Competition. All the students in Grade 2 presented their poem, well done!

We also continued our poem competition after first recess and lunch. We also celebrated 100 days of school with a range of 100 related activities.










Our afternoon ended with second lunch and recess, followed by French and more 100 Day activities.

Important Information:
-Math review sent home, please return on Tuesday for a whole class review. The test will be on Wednesday.
- Math 3D shapes sheet also sent home. Please complete and keep at home
- No school tomorrow and Monday
- Casual day on Wednesday next week
- Bake sale next week
- Talent show auditions next week


Have a lovely long weekend everone!
Miss Baimas


Please find below photographs from previous days: