April 2013

April 2013


We had a busy month of March but came out smiling (and with lots of snow)!

This month, we will be learning the letters Q and U. We are continuing to work on our fine motor skills so as to ensure the children have the muscles in their hands to hold a pencil correctly and efficiently. Please take the time to work on this at home too as with consistent work both in the classroom and at home; we will see success much sooner.

We will be beginning our “Show and Share” towards the middle of the month. Students are welcome to bring in a special something from home to share with the class. I ask that we keep toys of the weapon nature at home. I will post a calendar for when your child will be sharing.

As Earth Day is this month, we will be looking at the ways in which we can be responsible and respectful citizens to not only our Earth but also to future generations. An activity I always did as a child on Earth Day was to go and pick up litter with my family and community. Litter is something the kids can see and relate to, so it would be a very beneficial activity to do as a family that will drive home the message that everyone plays a role in keeping our Earth clean. Please take time to discuss why we observe Earth Day.

At the end of the month, we will be going to Fort Edmonton. The dates are located on the calendar and permission slips will be going home soon.

Spring (the one we can see) is fast approaching. Please ensure your children are dressed appropriately for the weather as I would like to take them out when able to.

Thanks for your continued support!

Reminder - I will be out of the country until Tuesday, April 9th.  Classes are back in though on April 2nd. 

~Meghan

In like a lamb...

March came in like a lamb (and then snowed a LOT the next day but nevermind that!)!! Spring is upon us! We will move through this month fast!


We will be finishing up our unit on the Solar System. The children have enjoyed everything they have learned (and I am sure you have learned some random Space Facts or jokes). Our buddies from Apollo 13 will be leaving us shortly :(  The children worked hard on their Solar System, so I think we are going to leave that up.

We will be working on learning the letters W and I. We have also started looking at words that rhyme.

Fieldtrip to Sobeys:  (NO siblings and limited parent volunteers as requested by Sobeys)

TTH AM class - Tuesday, March 12 930-11
MW AM class - Wednesday, March 13 930-11

TTH PM class - Tuesday, March 19 1-230
MW PM class - Wednesday, March 20 1-230


Easter/Spring Parties:
We will be having a small, low-key celebration to welcome Spring.

**MW PM class - Monday, March 18
MW AM class - Wednesday, March 20

TTH AM class - Thursday, March 21
TTH PM class - Thursday, March 21

Spring Break - March 23-April 1.  Enjoy your time with your family!

Thanks to....Terri Parker/Ted Ryan (Bottle Drive), Pregitzer families (Family Dance) and Vertz Family (Family Dance).  The Art Show and the Family Dance were successes!  Thank you for being so involved in your children's education and community.

All the best!

~Meg