March Madness
Hello,
It seems like March has snuck past without even stopping to say hello!
We have had a busy month skiing, watching guest presentations and learning. We enjoyed 2 great days at Rabbit Hill - the second was by far the greater day. Many students were able to use the skills they had learned the first day to progress to the next level of hill. Nicely done!
March 5 we hosted a Cake Walk and Family Dance. The cake walk raised $900 for the grade 4 trip to Drumheller! Thanks to all who donated a cake for this event.
We watched 6 short puppet plays based on the Robert Munsch stories. The puppeteers were very skilled, and the students were enthralled!
On March 18, the grade 4 students in both classes made pemmican as the First Nations people did many years ago. We used a modern recipe which used rabbit meat (gummy rabbits), berries (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries) and a dollop of Cool Whip as our tallow. Most of the students enjoyed the treat, but some were disappointed that we did not make 'real' pemmican.
March 19 was our Spell-a-thon. Two students from our class received 100% on this test, and were awarded a free muffin, cookie or doughnut from the Devon Tim Horton's. Congratulations to Jacob and Kiara! Thanks Tim Horton's!
This past Friday, we had a guest presentation - Saffron. The topic of bullying was discussed and the presentation led to a great discussion on this topic. There will be a follow-up activity which the students are completing with Mrs. Kloschinsky. She will be in later today to begin this project with the students.
Our Book Fair is running this week. We are slotted to visit during our regular library class - Tuesday at 10:30 - so please encourage your student to bring a few dollars to buy a book. Each student has received a coupon for $2 off of any book they choose - thanks, Mrs. Becker!
Student-led-conferences are this Wednesday from 3:30 until 7:00. There are no appointments as it is an open house. I look forward to seeing many of you on Wednesday night!
We have been busy in curricular areas as well. In Science, we have tackled the TTT Toy Company's challenge to create eco-friendly, non-electric toys. We are busily creating the marble tracks and vehicles to meet the challenge. These will be on display during the student-led-conferences. Be sure to have your student explain his/her product.
In Social, we have been talking about the First Nations people, the fur traders the Metis and the European settlers. We have also discussed the impact these groups of people have had on Alberta's development and what impact they still have today. As well, we have briefly discussed the fur trade and how vital it was to the development of Alberta. We listened to a few stories being told in Cree and a conversation in Michif - the Metis people's own language. The students enjoyed listening, but were upset that they could not understand what as being said - which led to a great discussion of how vital language is to any communication.
In LA, we have been focusing on completing our Lit. Circles. Most are now completed, and we will spend this week focusing on our writing and spelling. The Lit. Circles will also be on display during the student-led -conferences for those who wish to take a closer look at this unit.
In Math, we have been working on division. It is a very challenging for students who do not have a basic understanding of multiplication. PLEASE encourage your student to master his/her basic facts.
There will be a paper copy of a Drumheller update coming home. This same update will be posted below and emailed - it is repetitive, but we want to make sure that all parents/guardians receive the information..It is exciting information, so please be sure to read it!
Please remember that Spring Break for students begins this Friday - teachers have a PD day - runs through next week and ends on Easter Monday. The students and staff return to school on Tuesday, April 7.
There will be a permission form on Powerschool beginning on April 1 for students to go to the Edmonton Waste Management Centre. While we completed this Science unit some time ago, the fieldtrip to the EWMC is excellent, and this was the first available date we could book - even though I booked it in September! Please be sure to complete this form as soon as possible after the first as we go on April 14. We will be gone for the morning only - maybe a little bit into the lunch hour - and returning to the school for afternoon classes.
Hopefully you are still awake after reading this long post, as there is a little more to read...
Tipple Tour: Explore the mine site with an entertaining guide. Climb the last wooden tipple in Canada and hear the stories of young men who worked high above the ground sorting coal. Students will love the guided explorations and hands-on learning. This tour does not include the underground tunnel or mine train.
http://www.tyrrellmuseum.com/programs/school/participant_information.htm is the link to use to find the suggested packing list, program itinerary and other information which inadvertently may not have been shared.
Have a fabulous Easter!
It seems like March has snuck past without even stopping to say hello!
We have had a busy month skiing, watching guest presentations and learning. We enjoyed 2 great days at Rabbit Hill - the second was by far the greater day. Many students were able to use the skills they had learned the first day to progress to the next level of hill. Nicely done!
March 5 we hosted a Cake Walk and Family Dance. The cake walk raised $900 for the grade 4 trip to Drumheller! Thanks to all who donated a cake for this event.
We watched 6 short puppet plays based on the Robert Munsch stories. The puppeteers were very skilled, and the students were enthralled!
On March 18, the grade 4 students in both classes made pemmican as the First Nations people did many years ago. We used a modern recipe which used rabbit meat (gummy rabbits), berries (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries) and a dollop of Cool Whip as our tallow. Most of the students enjoyed the treat, but some were disappointed that we did not make 'real' pemmican.
March 19 was our Spell-a-thon. Two students from our class received 100% on this test, and were awarded a free muffin, cookie or doughnut from the Devon Tim Horton's. Congratulations to Jacob and Kiara! Thanks Tim Horton's!
This past Friday, we had a guest presentation - Saffron. The topic of bullying was discussed and the presentation led to a great discussion on this topic. There will be a follow-up activity which the students are completing with Mrs. Kloschinsky. She will be in later today to begin this project with the students.
Our Book Fair is running this week. We are slotted to visit during our regular library class - Tuesday at 10:30 - so please encourage your student to bring a few dollars to buy a book. Each student has received a coupon for $2 off of any book they choose - thanks, Mrs. Becker!
Student-led-conferences are this Wednesday from 3:30 until 7:00. There are no appointments as it is an open house. I look forward to seeing many of you on Wednesday night!
We have been busy in curricular areas as well. In Science, we have tackled the TTT Toy Company's challenge to create eco-friendly, non-electric toys. We are busily creating the marble tracks and vehicles to meet the challenge. These will be on display during the student-led-conferences. Be sure to have your student explain his/her product.
In Social, we have been talking about the First Nations people, the fur traders the Metis and the European settlers. We have also discussed the impact these groups of people have had on Alberta's development and what impact they still have today. As well, we have briefly discussed the fur trade and how vital it was to the development of Alberta. We listened to a few stories being told in Cree and a conversation in Michif - the Metis people's own language. The students enjoyed listening, but were upset that they could not understand what as being said - which led to a great discussion of how vital language is to any communication.
In LA, we have been focusing on completing our Lit. Circles. Most are now completed, and we will spend this week focusing on our writing and spelling. The Lit. Circles will also be on display during the student-led -conferences for those who wish to take a closer look at this unit.
In Math, we have been working on division. It is a very challenging for students who do not have a basic understanding of multiplication. PLEASE encourage your student to master his/her basic facts.
There will be a paper copy of a Drumheller update coming home. This same update will be posted below and emailed - it is repetitive, but we want to make sure that all parents/guardians receive the information..It is exciting information, so please be sure to read it!
Please remember that Spring Break for students begins this Friday - teachers have a PD day - runs through next week and ends on Easter Monday. The students and staff return to school on Tuesday, April 7.
There will be a permission form on Powerschool beginning on April 1 for students to go to the Edmonton Waste Management Centre. While we completed this Science unit some time ago, the fieldtrip to the EWMC is excellent, and this was the first available date we could book - even though I booked it in September! Please be sure to complete this form as soon as possible after the first as we go on April 14. We will be gone for the morning only - maybe a little bit into the lunch hour - and returning to the school for afternoon classes.
Hopefully you are still awake after reading this long post, as there is a little more to read...
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This information package includes updated costs (estimates), suggested itinerary and facility overviews. Also attached are a suggested packing list and a program overview for the Royal Tyrrell Museum.
We have had to make a change in our plans as “Reptile World” is no longer open to the public. Instead of visiting this establishment, we will be travelling to the Atlas Coal Mine, located 25 minutes south east of Drumheller near East Coulee, to participate in the ‘Tipple Tour’.
Estimated Costs:
Edu-tour: $3600 {plus $60 for every adult over the 8:1 ratio} (includes GST)
Atlas Coal Mine: $275.00
Transportation costs: $2572.50
Bus driver Accommodations: $125.00
Second day meal costs: $300
Total Costs: $6872.50
Fruit and Cookie dough fundraiser: $2000.00
Cake Walk: $900.00
Private Donation: $2000.00
Refund from Edu-tour for ‘Reptile World’ portion: $144
Total raised/donated: $5044.00
$6872.50 - 5044.00 = $1828.50 divided amongst 48 students equals 38.09
Cost per student: $40
Permission forms will be posted online soon for parents/guardians to complete.
Chaperone Costs: Chaperone costs for the Edu-tour, the Tipple Tour and the lunch at Boston Pizza will be covered by the fundraising that has already been completed and the donations. Any other expenses are the chaperone’s responsibility.
Suggested Itinerary:
May 7, 2015:
- Leave Robina Baker School by 7:45 am. Enjoy snacks and water along the way to the Royal Tyrrell Museum.
- The Edu-tour program begins at 12:45 p.m. Students participate in five curriculum-set programs, enjoy healthy activities at the Drumheller Recreation Centre and bunk down in the world-renowned Dinosaur Hall!
- Supper Thursday evening will be at the Royal Tyrrell Museum cafeteria. We will be enjoying chicken burgers and fries, as well as a beverage.
May 8, 2015:
- Enjoy the remainder of Edu-tour.
- Depart from facilities by 9:55 AM.
- Drive to Atlas Coal Mine for Tipple Tour beginning at 10:30.
- Board bus for return trip by 11:50.
- Stop for lunch (Drumheller Boston Pizza) and be back on the busses by 1:30.
- Arrive back at Robina Baker by 4:30 pm. Parents/Guardians will be there to pick up the students.
Facilities Overview:
ROYAL TYRRELL MUSEUM
The Royal Tyrrell Museum is Canada’s only museum dedicated exclusively to the science of palaeontology. In addition to housing one of the world’s largest displays of dinosaurs, the Museum offers a wide variety of creative, fun, and educational programs that bring the prehistoric past to life.
The Museum is operated by the Government of Alberta under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
DRUMHELLER RECREATION CENTRE
The Badlands Community Facility, comprised of a library, cultural centre, meeting rooms, field house, arena, and curling rink,is a new, multi-use centre for all of the citizens of Drumheller and the surrounding area.
The facility provides opportunities for recreation, education, health, wellness, and socialization for generations to come.
ATLAS COAL MINE
The Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site is famous for fascinating underground tours, train tours, and tipple tours. "Remember to breathe" at this breathtaking mining museum in East Coulee, the last coal mine in the heart of the Canadian Badlands, where we tell true tales of mines and men.
Tipple Tour: Explore the mine site with an entertaining guide. Climb the last wooden tipple in Canada and hear the stories of young men who worked high above the ground sorting coal. Students will love the guided explorations and hands-on learning. This tour does not include the underground tunnel or mine train.
http://www.tyrrellmuseum.com/programs/school/participant_information.htm is the link to use to find the suggested packing list, program itinerary and other information which inadvertently may not have been shared.
Have a fabulous Easter!
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