Another great week in the Grade Five classroom.  We had our elections this week and each group did SO WELL!  Congratulations to team Sloth for winning our election.  I was proud of each group for the way they worked together and the effort they put into their campaigns.

Here are a few things coming up:

French Quiz on Tuesday:  Students brought home a french colour quiz sheet this week and will have a quiz on Tuesday.

Track Meet This Thursday:

We wanted to send a reminder regarding the upcoming track and field day happening on Thursday, April 27th. This year we are excited to once again participate in the annual Track Meet hosted by Regent Academy, an independent school in Surrey. Please note the change in venue this year. The field we will be using is the Ocean Athletics Track and Field Club South Surrey Surrey Athletic Park – 14578 20 Ave on Field #4. This event is considered a ‘standards meet’, so all students in grades 4-6 get to participate. Each grade participates in five events, and they are ranked first, second, third or participation based on certain standards set for each grade and event. This is a great track meet that allows all our students to compete with several other contestants from schools of the same size and level as our school.  

For the Track Meet, the bus/shuttle will be leaving at approx. 7:00 am and returning at approx. 3:45 pm depending on traffic. Space is limited on the bus and shuttle, and we are hoping that some parents may be able to drive their children so as to ease the numbers on the bus/shuttle. 

Being the end of April, there is definitely a chance of cooler weather and rain. Below is a list of items your child will need:

• Warm rain proof coat
• Water bottle
• Warm clothing suitable for running in if it gets too cold for Highroad gym shorts and shirt
• Food and snacks for the day (there will be no canteen at the fields)
• Hat
• Umbrella

If you have not sent your permission form back yet, please do so as soon as possible. We are also hoping that some parents might be able to help volunteer.  Please let me know if you are able to join us and help out! If you have any questions, you may refer them to Pamela Goosen or Ian Hancock.  

No School Friday – Pro D Day

Parent Night on May 1st with Katy Kwon:  Click on the link below to get more information about an upcoming parent night with Clinical Counsellor Katy Kwon.  Our staff had a session with her this year and she is a fantastic speaker.    Parent Night May 1 JPG[85]

Britannia Mine Museum on May 12th:  A field trip form will be coming home this week for our trip to Britannia Mine Museum.  Parents welcome to join us!

Upcoming Dates:

Apr. 27 – Intermediate Track and Field

Apr. 28 – Pro-D

May 4 – Star Wars/Super Hero Day

May 12 – Britannia Mine Museum Field Trip

May 19 – Pro-D Day

May 22 – Victoria Day

May 24 – Art Gala

May 25 – Beauty & the Beast Field Trip to Chilliwack Cultural Center

May 30 – Spring Showcase @ 6:30