December '17

Students are wrapping up their decimals and science units as well as their book commercial presentations.  Special recognition  goes to two students, Billionaire and Wintermelon, who chose drama and  iMovie to represent their key understandings of their novels.  These book commercials were interesting and informative, expressing their interpretations while evoking strong emotion. Their audience was entertained and thoroughly engaged throughout the entire presentation.  This is an example of how a presentation can inspire others.
Students are about to write their 2nd drafts on their Personal Narrative, as they apply the lessons learned eg. narrowing their topic, developing, combining and organizing ideas. They are also about to learn how to give effective peer feedback.
Students are working hard towards their dance performance in the winter concert.  We sure are having a lot of fun practising and I notice a great deal of positive classroom community spirit.
They have worked hard this term and deserve a fun-filled and restful vacation with family and friends.
Have a safe holiday and see you in January!!

Upcoming Dates:  
December 19 -Swimming 1-2pm Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex
December 21 -Winter Concert 1pm/6:30pm
December 22 -Santa Hat Day/Last Day before Christmas /Winter Break
Dec. 25 to Jan 5 -Christmas/Winter Break
January 8- Soapstone notices due (Soapstone begins this week and until completed in early March) 
January 25 -Wacky Hair Day
January 27 -Hillcrest Ski/Snowboard Trip
February 12 -Family Day
February 16 Non-instructional Day
February 28 -Pink Shirt Day
March 12-week of report 2
March Break -March 18th-April 2nd (Easter Monday)
May 2 -Early dismissal
May 4 - Non-instructional Day
May 18 - Western Day (Pancake Day)
May 21 -Victoria Day
May 28 - Non-instructional Day
June 15 - Sport's Day
June 25 - Playland
June 26 - Grade 7 Pancake Breakfast
June 27 - Grade 7 Farewell Assembly
June 28 - Last Day of School, Report #3, Early dismissal