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Fort Henry!
The Grade 2-3 Class went to Fort Henry! Our tour guide was Private Kilpatrick. We saw the insides of the Generals quarters, ate our snack in the School Room…and wore proper soldier uniforms all morning! We learned how to march in the yard, hear the cannon shot–and see where the naughty soldiers had to go …
K-2 Field Day!
On the same day the Grade 3-8s went over to Holy Cross for their Track and Field day, we had our own Fun Field Day! Some events were the Back to the Beach day, Fill the Bucket day, and the 100 m dash! Students wore their Team Color (Team Blue, Yellow, Red and Green) and …
Fire Safety Presentation
Fire Fighter Del Blakney and his helper Sparkey, @Ktownfire, came to our school to give a fire safety presentation to the K and Grade One classes. Thank you for the very important reminders on Fire Safety Fighter Blakney.
The Gr. 5/6 Class Explores Cave Art!
This week, we took a virtual trip to the caves of Lascaux, France, where we discovered one of the oldest art forms – cave art! After learning about the story of the discovery of Lascaux Cave, we ventured to the “Hall of the Bulls”. Using an Arts-Based Inquiry approach, we began to ponder the meaning …
When I Grow Up
This week we wrap up our SES unit on occupations. An invitation was given to parents who would like to come speak with our class about the work that they do. I was honoured by so many who responded and who took the time to visit us and share with us their passions, their expertise, …
Blessing Our Admin Assistant
Grade one took a baby cutting from our classroom Spider Plant. We put it in water and watched as the roots grew. Once roots were long enough, we transplanted it into a pot. We “gifted” the new Spider Plant to Mrs. Villeneuve in the Office. We love you Mrs. Villeneuve!
Reading Buddies
One of the highlights of my week is midday on Friday – Reading Buddies. There is a sense of anticipation in the class leading up to this period, and a sense of joy and excitement when “the big kids” come to our class. Once the buddies get together, it is replaced with a deep sense …
“Water, Water Everywhere!” – A Trip to Kingston’s Pump House
This week, the Grade 5 & 6 class took a plunge into the history of Kingston’s first waterworks in operation – The Kingston Pump House! This facility’s steam powered pumps provided the first running water to the Kingston community, starting in the year 1851. Through the program, students learned about the history of water treatment …
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Community
There are many reasons why I love what I do. Today what comes to mind is the beauty of the community within this school. One of the parents in this class has a great deal of expertise in OT skills. She beautifully and lovingly made several stations for us to use within the classroom. Last …
Secret Path
Holy Spirit, help us to be reconcilers, and healers, and peacemakers in your name. This spring, Grade 7/8 class did an indepth study of the Secret Path project, during which we listened to and studied songs from Gord Downie’s album and veiwed the illustrations in the accompanying animated film and graphic novel by illustrator …