Hi Families,
This week, our *fifth and final* bird of study was the Red-Breasted Nuthatch. Many students were able to comment on similarities and differences between the Red-Breasted Nuthatch and the other birds we've studied. We enjoyed learning how fierce, intelligent and acrobatic these little birds are!
We unfortunately forgot to send home the observation sheets for the Red Breasted Nuthatch today. We encourage the children to keep their eyes open and embrace any opportunities to look for them. Nuthatches may be another be another bird that is more challenging to observe at home. For myself, I usually see them in Fish Creek Park, in the same areas as Chickadees.
Observation sheets will be sent home on Tuesday. Children can document past sightings (like this weekend) or if none are seen during the observation period, bring the observation sheet back with a "0" marked on it.
Summer Birthdays
If your child celebrates their birthday during the summer months, we will be celebrating these birthdays during the week of June 20th. For more information on the Montessori Birthday Celebration, see this blog post from earlier in the year: September 17 Blog Note
Teacher's Pet In-Class Experience
We are still missing a few Acknowledgement of Risk forms for our in-class experience on Wednesday, May 25th. Without this form, your child will not be able to participate. If you require an additional form, please contact your child's teacher.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Thank you to all the parents who have contacted us about volunteering for the upcoming in-class and off-site opportunities. The more the merrier, so if you are available and would like to join us for either upcoming date, please contact your child's teacher:
- Wednesday, May 25th: In-Class Experience with Teacher's Pet
- Friday, June 10th: Off-Site Field Trip to Fish Creek Park
Heading into the end-of-the-year, we will be looking for incidental volunteers to help with in-class tasks (mostly taking down items, cutting, glueing, etc.) If you'd like to support in this role, please contact your child's teacher with dates that work for you.
Important Dates:
Friday, May 20th: PD Day. No school for students.
Monday, May 23rd: Victoria Day holiday. No school for students.
Wednesday, May 25th: Teacher's Pet In-Class Experience. All students.
Friday, May 27th: AM Kindergarten
Have a wonderful long weekend families! See everyone on TUESDAY!
Ms. Thomas
