Monday Sept. 30, 2019.

A form is coming home tonight about our walking trip to the Arboretum. Please fill out the information and send it back as soon as possible. Parent volunteers are always welcome, but not needed.

Have a good night! 

Happy Friday!

Thank you for coming last night, it was really nice meeting and seeing you all. Some parents were asking what else they could do to support their child with the math curriculum at home. Here is the link to corresponding pages about Number sense, place value, ordering numbers and eventually decimals and fractions. 

Math Textbook pages

We have also moved our due date for our Difference Maker Assignment to Oct. 11, one week later. 

Next week we will be going on a walking trip to the Arboretum to meet an Arborist from the town. We will be learning about different types trees, human interaction and biodiversity. If you are available to come and support our learning that would be great! We are hoping to go on Thursday morning, after the announcements. More information will be coming home on Monday. 

It is orange shirt day on MONDAY! Please remember to wear your orange shirt for support for survivors of Residential Schools!

Have a great weekend!

See you tonight!

Meet the Teacher is happening tonight from 6-7! See you then 😊
Literacy Discussion Questions are due tomorrow- Ch. 5-8

Tuesday Sept. 24, 2019

Literacy:

Discussion questions for ch. 5 and 6 were assigned today, we will read ch. 7 and 8 on Thursday, questions are due on Friday Sept. 27

Social Studies:

We had a really good discussion about residential schools today to begin our learning for Orange Shirt Day on Monday. Please continue to conversation at home! 

Parent Survey's are due on Thursday! 

Up coming events:

Terry Fox run- Thursday Sept. 26 at 9:30

Meet the Teacher- Thursday Sept. 26 from 6:00-7:00

Thursday Sept. 19, 2019.

We did a lot of learning in Science today... We are figuring out the classification of species and where they belong in the Five Kingdoms classification chart. We started by classifying the species that we found in our Ada Johnson park (land) and then added the species that we found on our journey over to the pond.

 After that, we broke the animal kingdom down into 2 classifications:

On Wednesday, we will continue to write 5-6 characteristics of each species in the Vertebrate and Invertebrate families. This will be collected at the END of class. If students do not feel that they will have time to complete the chart to the best of their abilities, then they should be working on it at home.

Literacy:
Ch. 1-4 Discussion questions for Number the Stars are due tomorrow in order to participate in the book talk. This is homework tonight if not completed in class today.

Social Studies:
Presentations will continue next week

Sept. 24-27
Terry Fox Run- Sept. 26
Meet the Teacher- Sept. 26

Wednesday Sept. 18th, 2019.

We started social studies presentations today, so far they have been great! We will continue next class, which will be on Tuesday.

Discussion questions for Ch. 1-4 are Due on Friday, submitted to google classroom- Literacy

In Science tomorrow we will continue our knowledge building about the animal classification chart that we have been working on in our last couple of classes.

Tuesday Sept. 17, 2019.

Reminders:

Social Studies is due tomorrow- a rubric has been added to the google classroom, we will review it tomorrow before presentations and time will be given if needed to make adjustments to presentations.

Literacy: Discussion questions Ch. 1-4 is due on Friday. We have read chapters 1-3, we will read ch. 4 on Thursday and have book talks on Friday. Students need to have questions completed in order to participate in talks. 

Happy Monday

We started our research today on our Difference Maker Presentations- Due Oct. 4
research sites to use: yrdsb.ca then student tools and resources, passwords- dsbyork, dsby7692

Social Studies Presentations- Sept. 18th

Science: The plan is to walk over to the pond tomorrow- please dress accordingly

Please continue to complete your parent survey's and send them in- Due Sept. 26th

PA Day- Monday Sept. 23
Meet the Teacher- Sept. 26

Happy Friday the 13th, Harvest Moon and Weekend!!

We started our first novel study today. We are reading a novel called Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, in preparation for Remembrance Day, thinking about world issues, and what we would do to help other people. We will be answering a series of discussion questions for each chapter and then sharing our answers during book talks on Friday's. All of the questions are shared in the literacy google classroom. We will be reading 1-2 chapters on Tuesday's and Thursday's in class and then using most of class time to answer discussion questions. If they are complete on Thursday, they will be homework in order to participate in the discussions on Friday.

Due Dates:
Social Studies- Canada Communities Past and Present Presentation due Sept. 18
Art: Due Friday Sept. 20
Biography: Due Oct. 4

Really good talks today!

We had some really good conversations today about the attacks that happened 18 years ago on Sept. 11, 2001.
We also had a really great conversation about World War II in preparation for our first novel study Number the Stars by Lois Lowry.
Please continue tonight with parents.
See you tomorrow :)

Happy Week 2!!!

Just a couple of reminders;
- Letter to Mrs. Lummiss to introduce yourself and explain what your goals are, how you are going to achieve them and how I can help you achieve them.
- Paper bag assignments will be continuing tomorrow
- Parent Survey
- All forms from the first day of school

I will be starting to call parents tonight, talk soon!
Have a good night :)

Thursday Sept. 5, 2019- Homework and due dates

Paper bag assignment- Due Mon. Sept. 9

Parent Survey- Due Thursday Sept. 26

Letter to me (teacher)- Due Friday Sept. 6
- learning style
- social things you want me to know about-- friends, maybe enemies
- Academic goals
- How can I help you be successful?

This is my favourite "Getting to Know Me" assignment.  This is your first opportunity for you to share some things about yourself that we as a class might not know.  This is also my first opportunity to see you present something in front of your classmates.  I would like for you to brainstorm a list of things that express who you are, or things you like to do.  Collect 4 -5 items around your home that represents YOU!  Put them in the bag, bring them to school on Monday September 9th, and be ready to share your treasures.  (Examples of artifacts:  a favourite book, hobby/sport, picture, movie, artwork, game, journal, poem, award, etc.)  I will also be participating in this activity so you will learn more about me too! Remember, your objects MUST fit in your bag, and you may decorate your bag if you wish. 

Enjoy collecting some fun artifacts that help explain all about you! Be ready to present on Monday Sept. 9, 2019.  

September 5th, 2019.

Dear Parents/Guardians and Grade 6 Students,

This will be an exciting year for you in Grade 6 and will bring both challenges and rewards as I prepare you for the years to come.  Parents/guardians, I look forward to meeting you at our Meet the Teacher Night on Sept. 26^th, where you can find out what we have planned for this year.  At this time, I will give you an overview of the upcoming program and answer any questions you might have about the year ahead.  You will notice from your timetable that I will be teaching the following subjects in our homeroom: Language, Health, Visual Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies, Drama, Dance, and Phys Ed.

Throughout the year, my goal is to keep you well informed about what we are learning in our class.  Keeping the lines of communication open is a key factor to having a successful experience at school.  Our blog will be a very helpful tool in relaying information.  Both parents and students may access the classroom’s blog for a quick daily update on homework, announcements, web links, upcoming assignments/projects, schedules, wish lists, etc.  www.lummiss1920.blogspot.com

Although it is the students’ responsibility to keep up with classroom work, it would be a great help if you could do regular ‘check-ins’ when needed.  Speaking of responsibilities students of 6, you WILL have homework!  However, I do not have a separate homework program. Student’s homework will consist of finishing class work, ongoing projects, and daily reading.  Due dates will be made very clear so plan your time wisely!  I will also expect each student to be reading a book of his or her choice daily at school and at home.

Throughout our first week your child will give me some insight into their lives.  To better my understanding of the Grade 6 families that make up our classroom, I am kindly asking you to take a few minutes to complete this PARENT SURVEY and return it to me by September 26^th (do your best!).  If there is a part of this survey that you would prefer not to answer, that is perfectly fine - my intention is not to invade your privacy.

Because you are sharing some insight into your family, I feel that it is only fair that I reciprocate.  My name is Jen Lummiss and I am very excited to be teaching grade 6 for my 3^rd year in a row.  I first began my teaching career 12 years ago as a grade 1 teacher, over the years I have had the opportunity to teach every grade and almost every split grade. As a child, I moved to Stouffville in grade 2 with my family where I attended the local elementary and high school.  My interests include my two children Mackenzie (6) and Hudson (3), running marathons and half marathons, weight lifting, basketball, volleyball, swimming, singing and guitar, history, literature, the theatre and my family (including Wyatt, my dog).

I am looking forward to getting to know each of you.  Please do not hesitate to call if you have a question or concern.

Sincerely,

Jen Lummiss

Grade 6 Homeroom Teacher Rm. 300

Rick Hansen Public School

905-841-6225 ex. 300

jennifer.lummiss@yrdsb.ca

Child’s Name:__________________________________________________________             

Parents’/Guardians’:

Name(s): Mom: __________________________ Dad: _______________________________

Brothers’ or sisters’ names, grade/age and school attending:

_________________________________________________________________________________

Step-parent(s), if any:

____________________________________________________________________

When are the best times to reach you: ________________________________________

Do you have any skills/hobbies that you would be interested/willing to share with our class?                   

YES                 NO                    Skill or hobby:

Are you available to assist on field trips or within the classroom?               Times available:

Has there been any recent illness, deaths, or traumatic events that might affect your child’s behaviour/ performance in school?   YES                 NO                            

Please describe briefly: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Does your child have any medical conditions that I should be made aware of?

YES                 NO                    Condition: ___________________________________________________________

Please list any sports or interest groups that your child participates in:

____________________________________________________________________________

Please list any hobbies that your child enjoys:

________________________________________________________________________________

Please indicate any holidays/vacations that your child will be absent from school on.

___________________________________________________________________________________

How much time for homework do you feel is appropriate for students of this age?

Hours/minutes:

Does your child have a set bed time?                  YES                 NO                   Time:

Does your child read daily outside of school activities: YES                NO             

What types of literature are accessible in your house?  (i.e. novels, newspapers, magazines, etc.)

Does your child have a special place to do his/her homework? YES               NO

Location:

Is the homework area free from distractions such as TV, video game, telephone or radio?  YES        NO

Does he/she have a special time for doing homework? YES                 NO                             Times:

Is there someone available to help your child with homework, assignments etc.?   YES     NO    

Who:

Do you believe that your child should take on increased responsibility for their learning?

YES                 NO

Should they be expected to complete all assignments and submit them on time?

YES                 NO

Should there be appropriate consequences if they fail to submit assignments on time?

YES                 NO

Should grade 6 students be responsible for communicating their marks and daily experiences with their parents? YES                     NO     How will you promote this? 

Thank you for helping me learn more about your child by completing this survey.  I look forward to teaching your Grade 6 student and providing him/her with a creative and memorable academic school year!

THANK YOU J

Welcome back!

Welcome Back!!! 

I am very excited to be back at school with a new class. I had a wonderful summer at the cottage, now I am relaxed and ready to begin our learning journey over the course of the 2019-2020 school year. We have a lot of things planned, different assignments, field trips that support our learning as well as special guest speakers and presenters during the year. 

Please remember to review the blog every night. This is where I will communicate information about homework, due dates, up coming events, classroom challenges, and world events that will support your understanding and learning in our different subjects. 

I hope you have a great year, please feel free to contact me whenever you need to, my door is always open. 

Mrs. Lummiss