Weekly Newsletter 📰
Hello Parents and Caregivers! We are continuing to build strong learning routines as we move further into the term.
➕ Math — Multiplication Strategies
We are back to multiplication, exploring four different strategies: drawing groups, arrays, repeated addition, and skip counting. Using multiple strategies helps students develop a deeper understanding and flexibility with numbers.
🔢 Building Math Confidence
Students in Room 111 are participating in weekly EQAO-style math practice to strengthen problem-solving skills and build confidence. Here are some helpful resources for families:
- 📘 TDSB EQAO Math Resources
- 📗 TDSB Mathematics for Families
- 📙 TVO Mathify — free online tutoring (Grades 4–12)
✏️ Literacy — Diphthongs "oy" & "ow"
soybeans, decoy, annoy, enjoying, toyshop, oyster, snowing, howling, tower, clown, bowling, crowd
Students will practice recognizing and applying these vowel combinations in both reading and writing.
🔬 Science — We continue learning about structures. Later this week students will begin building bridges, thinking carefully about strength, stability, and how structures can withstand different forces.
Have a great week! — Steve
What to Bring Each Day 🎒
📓 Agenda — bring to and from school daily. Signed by Mr. Richman before leaving; signed by a caregiver each night.
🍱 Lunch & snacks — healthy snacks encouraged. No peanut or nut products.
💧 Reusable water bottle — filled and ready each morning.
👟 Running shoes — for gym. On wet/snowy days, please send indoor and outdoor shoes.
🏷️ Label everything! — clothes, lunch bags, snack bags, food containers, and backpacks.