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May Class Newsletter 2016

This newsletter provides information about upcoming events and lessons for the month of May at École Publique Michaëlle Jean. It includes the school calendar and schedule for the month, as well as details about what topics students will be learning in various subjects like language, social studies, science, math, and visual arts. The newsletter also provides parents with tips and encouragement for supporting their child's learning and preparing for assessments this month. It discusses the importance of reading daily and using technology for educational purposes.

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May Class Newsletter 2016

This newsletter provides information about upcoming events and lessons for the month of May at École Publique Michaëlle Jean. It includes the school calendar and schedule for the month, as well as details about what topics students will be learning in various subjects like language, social studies, science, math, and visual arts. The newsletter also provides parents with tips and encouragement for supporting their child's learning and preparing for assessments this month. It discusses the importance of reading daily and using technology for educational purposes.

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Mai 2016

Infolettre 1re anne

cole Publique Michalle Jean

lundi
2

Day 2
Sub
Lunch

mardi
3

Jump Rope
for Heart
Kick-off
Assembly
Day 3

Day 1

mercredi

16

17

Scholastic
Book Fair

Day 2

23

Victoria
Day
No school !

30

18

Scholasti
c Book
Fair

Sub Lunch

Day 1

PA Day
No school !

25

13

Scholastic
Book Fair
Pizza
Lunch
Crazy
Hair Day !
Day 5

19

Scholastic
Book Fair

20

Scholastic
Book Fair
Pizza
Lunch

Day 4

Day 2

31

12

Summer
Concert

Day 4

Day 3

Day 1

Day 5

11

24

Pizza
Lunch

vendredi

Day 5

Day 3

Little Red
Theatre
Day 1

Day 4

10

Day 2

Scholastic
Book Fair

jeudi

Day 5

26

Fun Fair

Pizza
Lunch

Day 3

Day 4

27

What
were
learning
this
month
Language: The students continue to read a

variety of text forms, (fictional, graphic,


informational and media forms) and expand
their vocabulary. They are also practicing the
different stages of writing to develop and
organize ideas.

Social Studies: Students continue to examine

their local community, its characteristics and


services, and how it meets the needs of the
people who live and work there. Students will
slowly be introduced to the social studies
inquiry process.

Science: We will be learning about energy,

the different types and how important they


are for our daily life.

Math: Students are learning to create


3

symmetrical designs and pictures, and


exploring the domain of probability (the
likelihood of an event happening).
Visual Arts: Students will be exploring 3-

dimensional artworks.

Winter is hopefully over and Summer is fast approaching. Even though students
are less likely to get wet or dirty, it is wise that they always have spare clothes
in class. When it becomes very warm, they can wear a hat and sunscreen. It is
best they dress in layers.
2 more months to go and it will be Summer holidays. May will be a busy month
since many assessments will likely be taking place. Encourage your child to
review subjects or topics that they are not comfortable with and to request
support from the teacher if necessary. It is important that your child reads
every day and expands their vocabulary. From time to time ask them to read
the book they borrowed from the library to you. Let them first read the
sentence in French and then explain it in English or your native language. Dont
worry if they dont know some words. The most important thing is that they get
the main idea and are able to think critically (Why? How?).
We encourage the use of technology in the learning process. Many students
have a computer or an iPad or Android tablet to play games at home. Though
their uses are often intuitive, children need guidance on how to use them
correctly and safely. It is important that they use the device in your presence

and that you are aware what they are doing. Banning the use of computer or
tablet to protect your child is not a wise decision but will hamper their social
and academic progress. There are great educational websites and apps. that
can make learning easier and fun. Use them. Your child will learn more without
you having to pay more. Here is a list of some useful apps. and website.
Apps: Boukili (To read French better)
Vocabulary Trainer (to increase vocabulary)
Memrise (listening, speaking, vocabulary)
Duolingo (vocabulary)
Mindsnacks (games to learn reading & writing)
Vocabulary Trainer (to increase vocabulary)
Websites: www.thefrenchexperiment.com
www.loecsen.com

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