November News!!!

We are entering our third month of school and the students are enjoying the regular activities and special events that have been planned so far.  We all enjoyed our field trip to Flying Creek on Monday, October 24th.  The sun came out and we enjoyed a beautiful day exploring the terrain and learning about Habitats and Communities.  We will be working with a musical artist during the month of November and participating in three C.R.E.A.T.E workshops.  Dr. Don Waite is an environmental scientist who writes & sings songs about the environment.  Our first session with him will be on Monday, November 7th.

Our first 3-way conferences will be held on Friday, November 18th.  I look forward to meeting with you to discuss your child's progress thus far.  During this conference I will be sharing the results of how your child did on the Regina Public Schools Common Assessments in Reading, Math & Writing.

Important Dates to Place on Your Calendars:
November 1st - Menchie orders sent home
November 3rd - Battle of the Books @ Noon in the Library
November 4th - Menchie orders DUE
November 7th - C.R.E.A.T.E @ 12:45 with Dr. Don Waite
November 8th - Menchie orders arrive
November 9th - Remembrance Day Assembly @ 10:45
November 10th - Teacher P.D. Day - No School for Students
November 11th - No School for Remembrance Day Holiday
November 14th - Battle of the Books @ Noon in the Library
                         C.R.E.A.T.E @ 10:30 with Dr. Don Waite
November 17th - C.R.E.A.T.E @ 10:30 with Dr. Don Waite
November 18th - 3-Way conferences
November 19th - Regina Public Schools Comedy Night
November 22nd - Western Day
November 30th - Battle of the Books @ 9:30 in the Gym

Please feel free to call me @ 306-791-8585, write or email me @ syndee.kopec@rbe.sk.ca when you have any questions or concerns.

Mrs. Syndee Kopec

CREATE !!!!

Our CREATE dates have been set.  We are very fortunate to have Dr. Don Waite, an environmental scientist who writes and sings songs about the environment to be our CREATE artist this term.  Our sessions will be the following dates:

November 7 - 12:45 to 2:00 PM
November 14 - 10:30 to 11:45 AM
November 17 - 10:30 to 11:45 AM

We are looking forward to some very exciting song writing and science experiment activities.

October NEWS!!!!

Students have settled into a good routine and we are working hard to achieve the goals they have set for themselves.  We have completed the RAD reading assessment and the VAA writing assessment. We are looking forward to the many exciting activities and learning opportunities that are scheduled for this month.

October Dates to Remember:
October 3rd - RSO Chamber Players Assembly @ 10:50 am
                     QSP Assembly @ 3:00 pm
October 4th - Mr. Stratton presentation regarding Flying Creek
October 5th - Picture Orders Due
October 6th- Mr. MacKenzie's Pancake Birthday Breakfast/Celebrations
October 7th - Teacher Professional Development Day: No School for Students
October 10th - Thanksgiving Holiday - No School
October 12th - Scholastic Book Orders Due
October 13th - Battle of the Books @ Noon in the Library
October 21st - Rider Pride/ Green Day
October 24th - All Day Field trip to Flying Creek
October 25th - School Photo Retakes
October 27th - Battle of the Books @ Noon in the Library
October 28th - Halloween/ Costume Dance @ 1 to 2 pm
October 31st - Orange/Black/Purple Day

As mentioned above our class has our first field trip scheduled for Monday, October 24th!  This trip will take place at Flying Creek where students will be able to study and experience grassland, woodland, riparian and wetland areas.  The day will be organized so that students will have an opportunity to become 'scientists' and participate in a variety of activities in each of the habitat areas.  Our bus will leave the school around 9:00 am and return by 3:30 pm.  The cost of the trip is $4.50.  You are encouraged to pay online.  More information regarding this field trip will be sent home in the near future.  During outdoor trips we leave only footprints & take only memories!!!

Mrs. Syndee Kopec

Battle of the Books

Please mark your calendars for the upcoming season of 'Battle of the Books!!!' 

We will be starting our Battle of the Books for the junior teams the second week of October. Students will receive their first book to read and be responsible to read 2 books over the next 7 weeks. When they are finished reading their first book they should come to the library at the first recess to exchange their book for their second one. All teammates are responsible to read 2 books for their team, but can continue to read all eight books if they choose.

The Battles will take place over lunch time every Day 3 starting Thursday, October 13th. All team members should bring lunches to school that day. They will eat their lunch in their assigned lunch room and then go to the library at 12:00 noon.  

Please mark the dates below on your calendars.

Thursday, October 13^th – Introductory Battle – we will be just practicing with the Titles

and Authors (books DO NOT have to be completely read)

Thursday, October 27th- Will start asking comprehension questions for all the books. 

Books should be completely read.

Thursday, November 3rd - Will continue to ask comprehension questions for the

Books

Monday, November 14th - Will continue to ask comprehension questions for the

Books

NO BATTLE NOVEMBER 21st – BOOK FAIR

Wednesday, November 30^th – Jn Battle in the gym – 9:30am

We will be participating in a tournament with the St. Gabriel junior teams on Wednesday, November 30^th at 9:30am in the gym. Parents are invited to come and watch. More details to follow.

Important Dates & Events

Here are some upcoming dates for you to mark down on your calendars for the month of September.

Sept. 6 - Cross Country Run Meeting @ 2:00 pm in the Science Room
Sept. 7 - Scholastic Book Orders Due
Sept. 9 - Rider Pride/Green Day
Sept. 14 - School Photos/SCC BBQ @ 5:30 PM
                Open House/Meet the Teacher 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Sept. 15 - QSP Assembly Kickoff @ 2:30
Sept. 16 - Rider Pride/Green Day
Sept. 21 - Cross Country Meet @ Douglas Park
Sept. 22 - Guest Speaker
Sept. 23 - Rider Pride/Green Day
Sept. 28 - Final Cross Country Run @ Douglas Park
Sept. 30 - Mr. MacKenzie's Birthday Breakfast & Assembly @ 9:30/ Orange Shirt Day

Some important days in our 'school days' are:

Day 1 - Library Book Exchange & New Spelling Words get sent home
Day 2 - Phys. Ed.class
Day 3 - French & Arts. Ed classes

Day 4 - French & Arts. Ed classes

Day 5 - Phys. Ed class & Reading Buddies & Spelling Quiz

I hope this helps you plan your month!

See you all at the Open House on September 14th!

Mrs. Syndee Kopec

Welcome Back!

Welcome Back!

Welcome to Grade 4!  My name is Mrs. Kopec and I am looking forward to working with you and your child.  I hope that home and school will work as a team in the pursuit of learning, and will share in the reward of documented growth and success.  We have many enthusiastic students in our class this year.  They come to school excited and eager to learn after their holidays.  The first few weeks of school involve learning new routines, expectations, and "getting used to" the teacher and each other.  In Grade 4 the children will be expected to:

• develop effective work habits - listening & following directions
• strive to become independent workers
• seek help when needed & work on their own when they are able
• work cooperatively when appropriate
• start work promptly and stay on task
• complete all daily tasks & assignments
• print neatly and correctly
• do their very best work
• show respect for others and their property

My goal is for each student to work to their maximum potential in a stimulating and enriching environment.  My expectation is that all students will be kind and respectful towards each other.  Your child is precious and deserves to be treated as such.  During the year we will be working hard on building our classroom community to ensure that everyone's learning takes place in an environment where they feel safe and have a sense of belonging.

Agendas will be extremely important and will be used on a daily basis.  I expect that the students will take their agendas home each night and return them each morning.  I would ask that you initial your child's agenda each night so that I know you are aware of important information, due dates and upcoming events.  Please use the agenda for any messages, questions or concerns.


I look forward to working with your and your child this year.  Please feel free to call me ANYTIME @ 306-791-8585, or email me @syndee.kopec@rbe.sk.ca when you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,
Mrs. Syndee Kopec

May/June Events

May and June are going to be very busy here in Grade 4!
We have many extra activities planned to help culminate our year.  Please refer to the attached list of events to help organize yourself & your calendar.  These are wonderful learning opportunities that your child will participate in.  Please remember to hand in all permission forms & money ASAP so that you child is able to participate in these events.  Thank you for your cooperation.

May 19th - PD Day, No School for students
May 20 & 23 - No School - Holiday for Staff & Students
May 25th - Fieldtrip to Police Showcase @ Evraz Place - PM
May 26th - Hawaiian Dance - PM
May 27th - Swim @ Sandra Smirler - 1:15 to 2:15 PM
May 30th - Band Concert - 1:00 PM

June 1st - Jack Mack Clothing Day
              - Track & Field @ Douglas Park for 10 year old students
June 2nd - Play Day - Kdgn to Grade 4
June 3rd - Dirt Hills Fieldtrip - ALL DAY
June 8th - SCC - Year End BBQ
June 15th - Jack Mack Talent Show
June 17th - PD Day - No School for students
June 21st - Swim @ Wascana Pool - 1:00 to 3:00 PM
June 23rd - Bowling @ Golden Mile Bowling Lanes - PM
June 29th - Year End Assembly - Swim @ Sandra Schmirler - 1:15 to 2:15 PM
                 - 2:30 Dismissal

Thank you for your continued support!
Mrs. Syndee Kopec