Teacher's Blogs
Tree Friend
The beautiful, old silver maple tree that sits just on the other side of the fence at the school’s east-end doors has been a “tree friend” to many Grade 3/4 classes during our Trees of the Field science unit. It has allowed us to appreciate the wonder of trees and marvel at the creativity of …
Winter Art Awards
Congratulations to Zoe D. (Gr. 3) and Aanya A. (Gr. 4) for receiving art awards from the “Students’ Art Gallery” at Hotel Dieu! Zoe and Naomi used oil pastels to create whimsical cat pictures! Their artwork is being exhibited in the hospital’s gallery, which lines the hallways of the Children’s Outpatient Centre and the KidsInclusive …
Austin
In November, we added a new member to our classroom: Austin the service dog! Austin is a Kingston 4Paws service dog in training and will be in the Gr. 5/6 classroom for approx. one year. Along with learning basic training, Austin is in our classroom to be socialized. As seen from the pictures, he is …
Cool Cows
Grade 1/2 has been studying animals, with special focus on God’s creation of the cow. In this part of Ontario, one doesn’t have to venture too far to see a tall standing barn with silos, and cows roaming the fields around it. Because cows are so common, they can be passed over for …
Each Day
I am learning what a beautiful thing it is to teach, interact with, and “live life” with the students. As I do, a whole range of emotions usually results. Like the day I said the students could bring their stuffy to school as a treat….. and found this guy sitting in at my desk when …
Heavy Laden
“Mrs. Snoek, did you cut a tree down on your day off?” asked a student as she saw me walk in to school carrying a stump. “Why is there a stump in the classroom?” The stump in question is the Jesse Tree, a beautiful tradition I learned about only a few years ago. Each day …
Did You Know?
Professor Sjaarda, a scientist from Queen’s University paid a special visit to our class. We revisited our prior knowledge of States of Matter while engaging in some awesome experiments. As Professor Sjaarda taught us about sublimation, we got to observe the process in action. We also got to see some really neat chemical reactions when …
A Day in the Arts
Samara with Audrey II Grade 7/8 students enjoyed “A Day in the Arts at Holy Cross”, during which musicians, actors, singers and dancers showcased the Art Program at Holy Cross Catholic High School. During the morning, KCS students watched a dance performance, and then listened to a senior wind ensemble concert and a vocal performance. …
Christmas Craft Day
Christmas Craft Day in the Grade 3/4 class is always a lot of fun! With 1 teacher, 1 Educational Assistant, 26 Grade 3/4 students, 5 parents, and 6 Grade 7/8 helpers, this day was a perfect example of creativity, cooperation, and COMMUNITY! Thank you to all of my students for sharing your talents and helping …
Genesis in Action
Recently our class had the pleasure of visiting Ripplebrook Farm near Napanee, owned and operated by Kevin MacLean. Mr. MacLean was prepared and excited to share his farming experience with us. Students learned about all the responsibilities a farmer has in taking care of his animals. Mr. MacLean has 130 dalry cows and calls each …