Welcome back students and families. We hope you all had an amazing break and enjoyed many activities. 

We were so happy to see the smiling faces of our students and hear about their adventures. 

This week in Room 13/14 we will be learning about:

-timelines

-settlers in Alberta

-cause and effect relationships. 

Thank you for joining us for conferences. If you would like to continue the conversation regarding your child, please reach out to your child's teacher. 

We are also excited to start our Photography Residence next week. 

Please see the email for further information on PJ Day and Conferences.

The students are excited to share their learning on Thursday evening and Friday morning.

 

Science FUNdamental Experience

Science FUNdamentals is hosting its second annual Science FUNday. Science FUNday is a day full of science with experiential learning opportunities for youth. This year, on March 15th 2025, Science FUNday will be held on the University of Calgary campus at Energy, Environment and Experimental Learning (EEEL) building: 750 Campus Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4H9.

• This building is highly accessible from transit. There is paid parking close to EEEL (Lot 21 and Lot 10) or free parking at Brentwood park and ride (a little bit of a walk).

Science FUNday at the University of Calgary promises an exciting and engaging experience for young minds and their families. Here's what there is to look forward to: 

Interactive Learning

• Kid-friendly Talks: University professors will present their cutting-edge research in fun, accessible ways that spark curiosity and imagination.
• Hands-on STEM Demonstrations: Over 30 interactive stations will offer live experiments across various STEM fields, allowing visitors to explore topics like DNA extraction, physics principles, and chemical reactions.

Inspiring Experiences

• Laboratory Tours: Step into real research labs and discover the fascinating world of scientific exploration across various disciplines.
• Innovative Workshops: Engage in problem-solving activities using the latest technology, challenging young scientists to tackle real-world STEM issues.
  
  

Please feel free to share this with the kids and/or their parents. We will have two main sessions, one starting at 10am and one starting at 12pm. Feel free to come at either of those times, or both!

This is Pi Week...with Pi Day officially on Friday, March 14!! We will be having an assembly on Friday at 11:30 to celebrate this day.

Today the students completed a Pi Sketch filled with the digits of Pi.

We also learned more about this amazing number and the equation used to calculate. We took a walk around the classroom looking for circular containers to measure both the circumference and the diameter.

Ask your child the meaning of the following words:

-circumference

-diameter

-radius

-ratio

-irrational number

 Room 13/14 is learning about 4 spheres - Geoshpere, Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, and Biosphere. Ask your child about the sorting task we completed this afternoon.

Happy Tuesday!!!

Students are finishing up many projects to support the upcoming March conferences. We have been working on:

-Math/Art Contest project including an Artist Statement

-Trading Post map, writing, and visual representation

-Solar System Planet Art

-Salvador Dali style clock and time

-Using a protractor to determine an angle (after estimating)

We look forward to showcasing their work with you during conferences.