Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Yesterday we had the opportunity to meet Martin Springett at McVeety School.  He read us a book, told us some stories and showed us some pictures of Kate and Pippin, a dog and a deer who became friends.  There are some videos of Kate and Pippin on Youtube below.

A Day in the Life of Kate and Pippin

Dog Adopts Fawn

Kate and Pippin, Lunch Time

Our next field trip is a fun trip to the Golden Mile Bowling Alley on December 19.  The permission forms came home last night to give you lots of time to get excited!  Please get the forms and money in as soon as possible.

For those of you planning ahead...the Winter Concert this year is on December 17 at Campbell Collegiate.

Friday, November 22, 2013

Go Riders Go!

Green is the Colour

Rider Pride Song

This is Where Memories are Made

Please check your child's backpack this weekend.  There are report cards and Grey Cup posters inside.

On Monday we go to Dr. Perry School for an author visit.

Have a great weekend!

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

There is a lot going on this week!

We are collecting money for prostate cancer and celebrating Movember on Friday by wearing moustaches.  Students are welcome to wear/create moustaches to wear on Friday.

We are also excited about the GREY CUP!  Everyone is encouraged to wear green and white to support our Saskatchewan Roughriders on Friday along with their moustaches.

Please remember to return the permission slips for our trip to Dr. Perry school on Monday where we get to meet an author.

We are learning about the life cycle of crocodiles in class and today our wondering questions took us online.  Here are a few websites to learn more about crocodiles:
Crocodiles - National Geographic for Kids
Crocodiles - Live Science

Here is a message from our library:

Help us to ….

         Deck the Shelves

                          …. at Grant Road School

Deck the Shelves is an optional, alternative to gifts for teachers and staff members at Christmas.

Families make a donation, and then the school librarian will purchase a new book on their behalf.

Those who participate will be the first borrower of the book. A book plate will be placed in the book in recognition of the student/family donation.

The new book will be available in the school library for circulation.

Thank you for your consideration to support Deck the Shelves.

Monday, November 4, 2013

We have a few things to share this week.

Last week we enjoyed the singing pumpkin house.  Here is the link:

Pumpkin Light Show

We are getting ready for Agribition by learning about farm animals and practicing 'barnyard' dances like the Bird Dance.  :)  Please make sure you send in the permission forms and $1.50 for the bus!

This week we are focusing on peace as we remember the sadness of fighting and war.  We will be talking about what we can do with our own hands to practice peace.

Poppies are available from the office for a coin donation.  If you wish your child to have a poppy, please send a donation.  You are welcome to join us for a Remembrance Day ceremony on Thursday, November 7 at 10:45am.

This Thursday is also our Sub Lunch day!