Welcome Back!

September 30, 2014

Dear Parents of Division 7 Students,

I hope you all had a fun and relaxing summer and enjoyed our fantastic weather.  Like all of you, I was very happy the new school year has finally started.  I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome you and your children to my class and answer some questions you may have about this school year.

School Supplies/Planners

Most of you have already sent in your supplies. If you have not sent in your child’s supplies please send in as soon as possible.

Students will need a pair of sturdy running “indoor” shoes.  These will be used for gym and the classroom, this helps keep our school clean.  An extra set of clothes (including socks and underwear) is also suggested in case of any type of accidents (bathroom and puddles!).

As mentioned we will be using a student planner in Division 7.  ***The cost of the planner is $7.50.  It will provide home and school communication throughout the year.  The planner will be sent home each afternoon in your child’s own ziplock bag, and should be returned to school the following morning.  In addition, please note that on every page there is a section for Parent/Teacher comments.  Feel free to use this for any information you think I need to know such as medical/dental appointments, who is picking up, etc.  The plastic pocket at the front of the planner will be used for sending notices, money, etc. to and from school.  PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK IT EACH DAY.  The planner is also used to record the students’ home reading each day.  Could you please remember to sign or initial each night after reading, also feel free to make encouraging comments.  We will also use the planner for our Spelling program which will be starting later this term.   We will start using our planners tomorrow Oct. 1^st.

As far as additional supplies are concerned, this year if you could please send in $5.00 for your child’s memory book which will become a keepsake of their school year. This covers the cost of a binder, cover sheets and photo expense. Please send in this $12.50 (please make cheques payable to Fairview Elementary) as soon as possible and thanks to all of you that have already paid these.

Getting to Know Your Child

I have attached a questionnaire that I would like you to fill out and return as soon as possible.  These give me valuable information and insights about your child that sometimes would take me months to discover.  Thank you!

Weekly Schedule

Hopefully Division 7’s timetable is set… Our library book exchange will be on Mondays.  We have gym scheduled for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday but as most of you know the Ministry has mandated 30 minutes of physical activity everyday so please ensure that your child is dressed in comfortable clothes everyday so that they are able to fully participate in all activities. 

The students will have Music with Mrs. Godfrey on Tuesday, Wednesday and Fridays.  We will have Buddies with Ms Torressan/Mrs. Murray’s class each Wednesday.  Computers on Monday and Thursday and Family Reading every Friday at 8:30 – 8:45.

Themes

We will start the year off with a brief unit on “About Me”.  Each student will be asked to do a special poster and presentation about themselves which I will send more information about soon.  Our next theme will be Force and Motion. 

Upcoming Events

Individual Photos – Wednesday, Oct. 1^st

Terry Fox Run – Friday, October 10^th

Retakes – Wednesday, Oct. 22^nd

Assembly – Tuesday, Oct. 28^th  

Halloween Class Celebration – Friday, October 31^st

Celebrations

We will have four celebrations throughout the year.  I am hoping that each parent could bring a snack for one of these.  I will have these available to start signing up this Friday at Family Reading.  If you are not available, please come by anytime to choose one holiday that you could send something.  Thanks your help is really appreciated. J

Class Blog/Website

Division 7 has their own blog which you can access by going to Fairview Elementary, then Classroom Websites and then Ms Rowledge-Toscani.  This is the main method of communication in our class and I will update weekly (usually Friday but for sure by Sunday!).  Please check regularly so you know what we have been up to and what is coming up.

Scholastic Book Orders

Several times during the year your child will be bringing home Scholastic book order forms.  Please do not feel you ever have to purchase any books but if you are interested they always have books at very reasonable prices.  Please indicate your choices, if any, and enclose a cheque payable to Scholastic Book Services, in a sealed envelope.  Unfortunately I can’t accept cash.  Please return the forms by the due date.

Volunteers

If you would like to help out please sign and return the attached sheet.  Thanks J

I am looking forward to an exciting and productive year with your children.  I am also looking forward to working with you, the parents – partners in your child’s education.  I will do our best to keep you informed on what is going on in the classroom.  If you have any questions please do ask, either write a note in the planner, in person or call the school at 604-465-9331.

Thank you,                Sheralyn Rowledge-Toscani