JDRF! We are AWARE

According to Julie's estimations we Guardians received 'honks' from 180 different cars!! Sounds like a successful campaign again this year. Thanks to those who donated spare change for the cause.

JDRF WALK

4P is preparing for our JDRF walk tomorrow afternoon! Please join us is your schedule permits. We will be collecting spare change all day!!!

APP CAFE - Excellent Opportunity to jump into the APP world.

There are many resources available to you through Windsor Public Library’s digital collection.  We’ve got eBbooks, magazines, TV shows, movies, music, newspapers, health resources, auto repair guides, research databases and more.  Our online resources are expanding rapidly.  Would you like to learn more about these (and other) Library Apps? Would you like help getting them up and running on your tablet or mobile device? Then be sure to visit our App Café at one of the following sessions:

June 18th @ Budimir Library 6:00 - 7:30

Please visit the following link for additional information.

Windsor Public Library

Fractions Assessment

Students can expect an assessment for Fractions towards the end of the week, most likely on Friday.
We have started to review key concepts and students will have some practice and review questions for homework on Monday and Wednesday. Also for your convenience, I have re-posted the link to some helpful fraction games. The activities/links do not replace studying. They provide additional exposure to fractions.

Fractions (Introduction)

Equivelant Fractions

Comparing and Ordering Fractions

Hillman Marsh new date!

This morning we received a call from Hillman Marsh. At the time, they were calling for thunderstorms in the morning and afternoon. Based on that information, we decided to postpone our trip as it is very difficult to explore the marsh in harsh weather conditions. We were able to reschedule our trip for next Tuesday (May 27th). My Nonna always told me to hang a Rosary out on the clothesline the night before a 'big day' to stop the rain from coming! I'll try it this time and pray the sun shines bright on the 27th. Thanks for your patience.

Hillman Marsh Field Trip

As you all know we are headed to Hillman Marsh on Tuesday May 20th.  It looks as if the weather will be favourable! If there are any parents interested in following the bus out to Hillman Marsh please be at the school no later than 8:45. We are hoping to pack up and leave as close to 8:45 am. The Marsh has room for everyone!

St. Gabriel Catholic Elementary School News and Events: Paul Davis - Coming Soon

St. Gabriel Catholic Elementary School News and Events: Paul Davis - Coming Soon: SAVE THE DATE:   Monday, June 2 at Holy Names Secondary (7 p.m.) More info to follow....

The link below has some helpful links for extra practice with fractions. We have featured a few sites in class and students are asked to practice for a stronger understanding of fractions. Enjoy!


Fraction Games

We Need To Talk 'Student Series'

Please read the following post regarding the "We Need To Talk - Student Series". At the bottom of the post there is mention of Paul Davis' social networking safety presentation at Holy Names Secondary School on June 2nd. All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Dear Parents,

The Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board recently launched a series of awareness newsletters entitled, “We Need To Talk” (Parent Series).  The intent of the newsletters was to provide you, as parents and guardians, with key information that you can use on a daily basis to assist us in doing all we can to make internet use a safe and useful tool for learning.  These newsletters are still located on our school blog as well as the Board Website.

As an entire Board, we will collectively launch the “We Need To Talk” (Student Series) this month which will focus on Cyber Bullying, Sexting, and Profile Protection; with students in Grades 4-8 taking part in a system wide, three-part series on internet safety.  The information covered will be made available to you on our School/Class website.

All of our lessons and conversations with your children are rooted in and explained from a Catholic perspective.  We believe this is foundational in all that we do on a daily basis.  Moreover, we believe it is crucial to not ‘sugar coat’ the discussion nor the potential consequences possible with the inappropriate use of technology.  These consequences have the potential to bring a life-altering impact to all those involved.

Let us engage our children with love and respect. In so doing, we will promote self-confidence and self- respect. These are the two critical components to the well being of our children. We trust that you will agree and that you will join us in this most important venture.

Topics:

Cyberbullying Adult Tools Come with Adult Consequences

Sexting You Can’t Unsend

Online Responsibility You Post it, You Own it

Video Resources:

https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B4vLnKI6wPt_dEVIZmdIUUJNekU&usp=sharing

Parent Presentation:

On Monday, June 2 at 7 p.m. Paul Davis (http://socialnetworkingsafety.net/sample-page/) will be speaking to a ‘parents only’ audience in the Auditorium at Holy Names Secondary. This is a very informative and impactful presentation that you are all highly encouraged to attend.  All are welcome.