Week of February 18 - 21, 2025

This week is Kindness Week in the Ottawa Catholic School Board:

Our Learning

Math:

This week, we will begin our units on measurement. The Grade 2s will spend a bit of time reviewing non-standard measurement learned in Grade 1. We will measure the length of objects using non-standard units such as paper clips, snap cubes, toothpicks, etc. We will then learn about the standard units of measure, the centimetre and the metre. 

Link to Grade 2 Parent Summary letter about non-standard measurement

The Grade 3s will spend some time reviewing the standard units of measurement which were learned in Grade 2 - the centimetre and metre. We will then learn about the kilometre, and explore when these units are best used to measure length. At home, you can help by reviewing how to use a centimetre ruler to measure length, with an emphasis on starting at the zero on the ruler for accuracy. 

Parent letter about the centimetre and metre here

Parent letter about the kilometre here

Language:

This week in our phonics lessons, we will learn about past tense verbs (used when we talk about actions that have already happened). We will explore the use of the ending -ED to verbs to make them past tense: I jump, I jumped. I yell, I yelled. 

This week's new heart words: many, any

Please have your child practise the heart words we have learned so far in class: the, I, a, said, to, do, of, see, he, be, me, from, you, what, have, look, book, are, was, your, want, go, no, so, goes, says, they, their, were, talk, walk, could, should, would, or, for, who, by, my, one, once, use, two, does, *any, *many.

We will also continue with our reading comprehension practice. *See last week's blog post for details. 

Family Literacy Night! - March 4th       

   

Unlock your child's reading potential:

Join us for a fun and informative Family Literacy Evening where you'll discover practical tips and engaging activities to support your child's reading journey at home. 

Learn about our school's literacy program, receive valuable resources, and connect with other families. The evening offers a chance to explain literacy methods, ensuring everyone is on the same page and working towards the same goals. This can also help parents understand the terminology used in school reports and conferences. 

Practising literacy skills at home with parents offers invaluable benefits for children's development. These shared reading experiences not only strengthen essential reading and writing abilities but also foster a love of learning and a strong foundation for future academic success. 

By engaging in fun literacy activities at home, children build confidence, expand their vocabulary, and develop a deeper understanding of language, setting them up for success in school and beyond.

Join us on March 4th at 6:30pm

Please RSVP: Family Literacy Night RSVP

Upcoming Dates to Remember:

February 18-21: Kindness Week (see above for daily theme)

Tues., Feb. 18: Wear school colours (purple and grey)

Wed., Feb. 19: Grade 3 Scientists In the School workshop(Strong

and Stable Structures)

Fri., Feb. 21: Crazy Socks Day

Mon., Feb. 24: Grade 3 Swim to Survive Day

Wed., Feb. 26: Pink Shirt Day