Dividing Wednesday!

Hello parents and students, 

Today, we started the day off with dividing decimals! First, we started with a note. We went over estimation, short division, long division, and even checking your answer by multiplying. The students then all tried various questions with the option of either doing short or long division as long as they show their work. I also worked one-on-one with any students that did not get the problems. The biggest struggle with division is for students who do not know their multiplication table! We will be working on division tomorrow as well. The tentative date for the quiz is on Tuesday now. As of tomorrow, we will not be learning any knew concepts but instead will be practicing all the concepts we have learned so far.

In language, the students worked on their speeches, specifically practicing with partners while I continued to conference students. The majority of students have been conferenced; all the students should be working on memorizing and bringing enthusiasm into their speech (using pauses, change in tone, and body language).

In UOI, the students worked on filling their graphic organizer for the “biodiversity defenders” project. Two groups have now begun their storyboard! As of tomorrow, the students will hopefully begin filming their commercial to save biodiversity! The completed commercials will be played during school announcements! Here are pictures of the groups working. 

Reminders/homework

·      Math: Dividing decimals

·      Language:

o   spelling lesson 18 (review) on Friday, spelling book Friday as well

o   read chapter 11 of Hatchet

o   speeches adjust and practice!! (memorize!)

·      UOI: no homework

·      Remember to reregister spots are filling up for Ms.Haag’s class!

A note from Ms. Helen, our Admissions Coordinator - As you are aware, the re-registration season is upon us and we have recently sent home packages with your child(ren). We value your loyalty and commitment to our school community and would love to continue our partnership by offering priority enrollment for our current SJA families. We kindly ask that you take a moment to review your financial statement and complete the information in the package and make any necessary changes to your place of residence, employment, email changes or any medical information that the administration should be aware of. Please be aware that in order to secure your child’s enrolment, it is imperative that you submit your re-enrollment package and fees no later than February 12, 2018 at 4:00 PM. After this date, all available grade-level spaces will be open to our families on waitlists who will then have the opportunity to secure any vacant positions.
Please bring in re-registration forms as soon as possible to ensure your child's enrollment. 

A note from Ms. Bancud 

All payments are due on Friday, February 9^th, 2018. This month's special is Vegetable Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice that will be available every Friday!

 Payment Instructions

•   There are two options to pay for lunches. Cash and Freshbooks. 

◦                     Shortly after completing your order, a Freshbooks invoice will be sent to your email.

◦                     It may take one or two days to process your order to Freshbooks, so please be check your email diligently for the invoice.  

•   We no longer accept cheque as a method of payment.

If you have any questions concerning the Lunch Ordering site or Freshbooks, feel free to email me at dbancud@stjudesacademy.com

A note from Ms. Ross about After Care 

After care invoices have all been sent out via freshbooks – please be sure to check your junk mail. Payments can be made online and are due January 29th.