A New School Focus

Harold Hatcher School has a new school-wide focus: KINDNESS. We are using this theme to help students to understand the power of kindness. We had a kick-off assembly and some lucky students shared this new theme!

A special thank you to Ms. Pearson for the photos! 

Remembrance Day Assembly

I am always amazed how well our students are able to understand the idea of Remembrance Day. This year, our students sang, played instruments and wrote pieces that truly touched my heart. Our class had two students share their poetry. It was amazing.

Habitat Test November 13, 2013

Hi there. Here is our study guide for our Science Test. Our test will be on Wednesday November 13. I have included below the items that your child will need to know for their test!

 

Habitat Study Guide

 

Please study the following items for your test.

 

o   Draw and name 2 predators and preys.  For example for predator you could draw a tiger, lion, shark or alligator.  For example for prey you could draw and name a mouse, worm, small fish or rabbit.

o   Tell why animals CAMOUFLAGE into their habitats.  (To protect themselves from other animals or predators.)

o   Name 2 animals that Camouflage in nature.  This includes fox, grasshopper, chameleon or rabbit.

o    Marsh is a wet lowland area.

o   Deserts are dry habitats.

o   Coral reef is an underwater habitat with coral.

o   Rainforests are lush green habitats with 4 layers: emergent, canopy, understory and forest floor.

o   Polar habitat is the coldest habitat that includes the Arctic and Antarctica.

o   Omnivore eat both plants and animals.

o   Carnivores eat mostly meat.

o   Herbivore eat mostly plants.

o   Know simple food chains such as bird eats the caterpillar and the caterpillar eats the flower.

o   Know the difference between a PHYSICAL adaptation (Shark has sharp teeth) and BEHAVIOURAL adaptation. (Geese fly south) 

o   Food chain with snake, mouse, mushroom, hawk, grass and grasshopper and what order. 

NO School on Friday November 8 and Monday November 11, 2013

No school on October 25, 2013

Hi all,
Just a friendly reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on October 25, 2013. Also, book orders are due October 24.
Thank you!

Habitat Projects

Dear Parents, 

Today your child started work on their first project! We have completed a lot of work in our unit “Habitats and Communities.” Now it is time for your child to show their learning.  

I have completed a sample research project so that your child will have the skills needed to research and create their own habitat project. Each student selected their own habitat to research. All the work will be completed in class so that I may observe your child researching their project. Then your child will select a way to show their learning. This means that your child may show their learning by creating a poster, write a song or use technology. It is all so exciting!

There will also be a part 2 to the project. The children will take the information gathered and create a 3D model of their habitat.  

Please find the criteria that the children created together in class.  

Thank you,

Ms. L. Romeo

HABITAT PROJECT PART 1

CRITERIA	DETAILS	MET	NOT MET
Title of Habitat	·         Capital Letters ·         Spelled correctly ·         Neat
Facts about Habitat	·         6 facts about your habitat ·         Facts are written in complete sentences ·         Use C.O.P.S. (Capital letters, organized, punctuation.,!? and spelling)
Pictures	·         4 or more pictures that can be drawn by hand or a photo from the internet ·         Picture is neatly coloured ·         Label each picture
Presentation	·         Share your project with the class for at least 30 seconds. ·         Use eye contact ·         Talk so everyone can hear you

 

Habitat Adventure in Transona

Liana's Video

Terry Fox Walk 2013

We had wonderful weather for our annual "Terry Fox Walk." It was so wonderful to collectively walk together and think of Terry and his cause. I hope we collect enough money so Mr. Gough will have to shave his head!

A Window in My Classroom: Fall Art Projects

I am pleased to post some of the wonderful art created by my class. Our focus was the changing Fall colours. We also used water colour and paper towels to create a beautiful effect!

Turkey Trot 2013

 

 

 

I am so proud of these wonderful kids! They all participated in the annual divisional event called the "Turkey Trot." It is a cross country event. Way to go runners!

 

 

 

 



Early Dismissal on October 4

Just a friendly reminder that on October 4 it is an early dismissal day at 2:35. Also NO classes on October 11, 14 and October 25.
Thank you!

Canadian Fun!

Here is a great link that connects to our study of Social Studies about Canada. Try it out!

http://www.tvokids.com/games/canadastreasuretrek

Math Sites

Math is a challenging subject for some people. I ask parents to play math games with their child. It will help your child change his or her attitude towards math! Here are some fun math sites that I enjoy!
Take care,
Ms. Romeo :)



mathisfun.com

www.mathplayground.com

www.funbrain.com

Welcome to my Blog!

Hi all,
Sorry for taking so long to get my blog up and running but I was having issues with it! I will be using my blog to communicate with all of you. If you do not want the automatic updates, please let me know.
Take care,
Ms. Romeo :)

Hi all,
Long time no blog!
I have a wonderful summer opportunity for you! If you go the website provided, your child can get 2 free games of bowling suring the summer! It is a ncie way to cool off on those warm days!
 Happy Bowling!

Free Bowling for Kids in the Summer

Another Celebrity Reader: Reed from Transcona Raillers

Miss Marla Comes to Harold Hatcher

Miss Marla, author of the book, "Chuck the Different Vampire," read her wonderful book to our school. Here are some pictures and video of her presentation!

 

https://www.facebook.com/#!/ChuckTheDifferentVampire

 

http://www.mcnallyrobinson.com/event-11906/Marla-Paul-Merasty----Book-Launch

 

I Love To Read

This week, we are celebrating Valentine's Day and "I Love To Read." It is an exciting time at Harold Hatcher School. There are many celebrity readers coming and a magician too! Please find attached a letter that I sent home about these exciting events!

February 2013

Dear Parents,

The grade 4 classes will be having a Valentine’s Day / I Love To Read celebration on Thursday, February 14. Our day will include reading activities throughout the morning and a Valentine’s Day celebration in the afternoon.

To be comfy and cozy while we read during the morning, your child is welcome to wear his /her p.j’s., bring a blanket, a favourite stuffed animal, as well as a favourite book or magazine.

I have also included a calendar of “I Love to Read” month activities.  On each Thursday, I am asking that your child bring in or share ONE activity that they engaged in for the week from the calendar.  It can be any day as long as it relates to reading.  These activities are fun and educational for your child.

For our Valentine’s Day celebration in the afternoon, your child is welcome to bring a snack and/or a drink. If you wish to send snacks for the class to share, please let me know as we have students with peanut and tree nut allergies.

I have included a list of the names of the students in our classroom to use if your child will be handing out Valentine’s. Please remember to send a Valentine for every student in our classroom if your child is participating.

Thank you for encouraging your child to read!

Sincerely,

Mrs. L. Romeo

Mrs. Romeo’s Class

Apollo 6

1. Emily                           16. Kaleigh

2. Paul                            17. Jaida M.

3. Kaitlin                         18. Ohm

4. Kiana C.                       19. Chasity

5. Carl                            20. Riley

6. Kendra                         21. Rafael

7. Matthew                      22. Ethan

8. Cody                           23. Travis

9. Alyssa                         24. Shelby

10.Bahati                         25. Angel

11.John                           26. Kianna D.

12.Paige                         

13.Kaiden                        

14.Dillon             

15. Jaida L.        

Soapstone Carving 2013

Soapstone Carving 2013