Hallowe'en, Hurricanes and Kerpoof!

Thanks to 'Hurricane Sandy' we have had indoor recesses all week. A good thing too as a few of my smaller grade one students might blow away in the wind! However, the lights have stayed on and we used the smartboard to enjoy what we like to call "Ms Fink's movie theatre" which only happens during indoor recess.

                                                               Hallowe'en

Tomorrow is Hallowe'en and as is the Florence Meares P.S. tradition we will have a parade right after announcements! Your child is welcome to come to school dressed in all or part of their costume. If they do not wish to dress up, then this is fine too. We will enjoy some fun activities and crafts throughout the day! 

I will be giving your child a glowstick bracelet to keep them safe on Hallowe'en night. Shhhh, if you are reading this in advance. They will last 24 hours but if you want to keep them a bit longer then put them in the freezer. Watch out that a pet doesn't get them...not sure what part glows if eaten by a dog or cat...yikes!

                                                                   Kerpoof 

Are you bored with the regular way to study spelling? The 'LOOK' , 'SAY', 'WRITE' method is helpful but occasionally you might want to shake it up a bit. Try the spelling section on the scholastic program "Kerpoof". If you spell a word and it is a word that can be an object then the students can create a printable picture. No log in is necessary. Just google the word 'Kerpoof' and magically you are there!

I think this is our new favourite book...the children made me read one page over and over today!
                                                               

Hope everyone has a spooky Hallowe'en. Please remember if you are sending treats in lunches they must be peanut free!