On Tuesday, June 7th, Div 1 went to Kings Links Golf Course in Ladner for a 90 minute session learning to drive, pitch and putt a golf ball. We had a lot of fun and everyone showed respect for the instructors and golf course. Thank you to the Miller family for the Dilly Bar treat when we arrived back at school. They really hit the spot after our time in the sunshine.
On Thursday the Gr 7s set up their Sports Day stations so that our Gr 1 and 1/2 class could try them out. This was to help Sports Day not be so scary and confusing for our younger students. It meant moving a lot of equipment in and out of the school. And then we had to do it all again on Friday!! But the students did a tremendous job of creating, organizing, setting up and running the stations. Compliments came from parents, teachers, Mr. Chahal and, most importantly, the other students on the well-thought out, interesting activities. Well done everyone!
Permissions slips for canoeing on Deas Island Slough on Tues Jun 14, and June 21 (9 am to 3 pm) should have come home Wed/Thurs, however I see a number of them still on desks today. We will need parent drivers (and canoers, if you want). If you see this blog on the weekend and can drive, but don't have the permission slip yet, please email me (pogloff@deltasd.bc.ca) so I know we can actually get all of the students to and from the park.
Also coming up next week, on Friday, June 17th, Constable Atkinson will be in to show the video "Behind the Blue Lens" and speak with the students about drugs and alcohol.
Friday, June 10, 2011
Fantastic Fine Arts Week
We had a fantastic Fine Arts Week (May 30 - Jun 3) where students from Division 1 really showed initiative, responsibility and talent.
Congratulations to our Holka Polka co-directors Emma and Jenny for a fabulous play. Emma and Jenny selected the play, ran auditions, chose the cast and held weekly practices since Spring Break. All that work resulted in two terrific performances on May 31 and raised over $150 for Children's Hospital. The girls were assisted by cast members from Div 1: Ryley, Luke and Emmie, as well as Sound crew: Stephen, Kody, Eric and Emily and Lights crew: Emmie, Robbie, Kody and Harrison. A big thank you also goes to students who helped set up the stage and chairs, and handed out programs. Thank you also to the Manojlovic family for providing the pizza for our cast and crew party.
On June 3rd our Pebble Hill Talent Show in combination with the Parent Appreciation Tea was another opportunity for our students to show their Pebble Hill pride. Performers included Emma and Jenny dancing, and Emily and Nolan on the piano as well as our MCs Lauren and Olivia. Div 1 Students really showed responsibility and service by setting up the Sound: Danielle, Sam, Robbie, and helping with the set up AND take down of the stage, tables, chairs, and table decorations in a very short time. Many hands do make light work as the students so ably demonstrated.
Congratulations to our Holka Polka co-directors Emma and Jenny for a fabulous play. Emma and Jenny selected the play, ran auditions, chose the cast and held weekly practices since Spring Break. All that work resulted in two terrific performances on May 31 and raised over $150 for Children's Hospital. The girls were assisted by cast members from Div 1: Ryley, Luke and Emmie, as well as Sound crew: Stephen, Kody, Eric and Emily and Lights crew: Emmie, Robbie, Kody and Harrison. A big thank you also goes to students who helped set up the stage and chairs, and handed out programs. Thank you also to the Manojlovic family for providing the pizza for our cast and crew party.
On June 3rd our Pebble Hill Talent Show in combination with the Parent Appreciation Tea was another opportunity for our students to show their Pebble Hill pride. Performers included Emma and Jenny dancing, and Emily and Nolan on the piano as well as our MCs Lauren and Olivia. Div 1 Students really showed responsibility and service by setting up the Sound: Danielle, Sam, Robbie, and helping with the set up AND take down of the stage, tables, chairs, and table decorations in a very short time. Many hands do make light work as the students so ably demonstrated.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
June Activities
Following on an exciting and busy May, here are some dates to circle on your calendar for upcoming events
June 3 -- Parent Tea and Talent Show 1:00-3:00
June 7 -- Grade 7s will go to SDSS 1:30-2:30 for a Spirit Day. Students writing the Grade 8 Math Challenge test will write the test after 2:30 or, on June 9 at 3:15. Parents need to advise the school as to the preferred date. See the previous post.
June 8 -- Division 1 will be golfing. NOTE NEW TIME 11:30 - 2:00. Parent drivers are needed
June 10 -- Sports Day. Get lunch orders in by Friday June 3rd. (Do you need to order for yourself or others?)
Field Trip notices will be coming for these activities
June 14 and 21 -- Division 1 will be canoeing on Deas Slough (Deas Island Regional Park) Parent drivers needed
Jun 27 -- 9:00 school awards assembly
-- Grade 7s will be having their Grad lunch and going bowling at The Zone in Richmond. Parent drivers needed
June 28 -- Grade 7s going to Playland
June 29 -- School leaving assembly
June 3 -- Parent Tea and Talent Show 1:00-3:00
June 7 -- Grade 7s will go to SDSS 1:30-2:30 for a Spirit Day. Students writing the Grade 8 Math Challenge test will write the test after 2:30 or, on June 9 at 3:15. Parents need to advise the school as to the preferred date. See the previous post.
June 8 -- Division 1 will be golfing. NOTE NEW TIME 11:30 - 2:00. Parent drivers are needed
June 10 -- Sports Day. Get lunch orders in by Friday June 3rd. (Do you need to order for yourself or others?)
Field Trip notices will be coming for these activities
June 14 and 21 -- Division 1 will be canoeing on Deas Slough (Deas Island Regional Park) Parent drivers needed
Jun 27 -- 9:00 school awards assembly
-- Grade 7s will be having their Grad lunch and going bowling at The Zone in Richmond. Parent drivers needed
June 28 -- Grade 7s going to Playland
June 29 -- School leaving assembly
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Track Meet Date Change
Regional Track Meet now on Friday, May 13, 2011
Rain or Shine
Grade Seven Tours of SDSS
Rain or Shine
Grade Seven Tours of SDSS
In the past SDSS has had grade 7 tours during mid-May. They now have a new program for our incoming grade 8 students. They will take part in an Orientation Day on August 31 before grade 8 starts. At that time they will receive their grade 8 schedule and take a tour of the school while stopping at each of their classes.
All grade 7's will visit SDSS on June 7th at 1:30 for the Grade 7 Spirit Day.
Grade Seven Math Challenge Test
We have two dates for the Math 8 Challenge Placement Exam at SDSS in June. The dates are June 7th at 3:00 and June 9th at 3:15.
On June 7th, the grade 7's will be at SDSS for the Grade 7 Spirit Day from 1:30 - 2:30. The students who have signed up for Math 8 Challenge will stay at SDSS, move to the Library to write the exam and then be picked up or walk home from SDSS. If any students cannot stay for this sitting, we offer another one on June 9th at 3:15.
Parents, please e-mail Val Hayes, the SDSS Grade 8 Counsellor at vhayes@deltasd.bc.ca to let her know when your student will write the exam.
Monday, May 9, 2011
Grad Photo Day tomorrow
A reminder that tomorrow MJM Photographers will be back to take pictures of the Grade 7 students. They should wear regular uniform.
TRACK MEET Wed May 11 Students at the school by 8:30: Students are coming home with a form that needs to be signed if you or another adult (not older sibling) plans to take your child from SDSS. If we do not receive signed permission, students will walk back to the school and be dismissed from there. If you live between SDSS and Pebble Hill, you may give written permission allowing your child to be dismissed en route to Pebble Hill.
Our Track rain-out day is Fri May 13.
TRACK MEET Wed May 11 Students at the school by 8:30: Students are coming home with a form that needs to be signed if you or another adult (not older sibling) plans to take your child from SDSS. If we do not receive signed permission, students will walk back to the school and be dismissed from there. If you live between SDSS and Pebble Hill, you may give written permission allowing your child to be dismissed en route to Pebble Hill.
Our Track rain-out day is Fri May 13.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
May the Fourth Be with You!
Tomorrow is May the Fourth Be with You Spirit Day. Students may wear costumes or clothing that is related to Star Wars, Star Trek, fantasy science fiction or outer space, otherwise it's a uniform day.
This afternoon we enjoyed showing our social responsibility by participating in the Shoreline Clean-up as well as helping with our Kindergarten and Division 4 buddies.
Wed. May 11 is our Regional Track meet. Pebble Hill teachers are responsible for organizing the track meet this year and the parents will run the Concession Stand. This is a great money making opportunity for our school, so if you have any time at all, we'd appreciate volunteers to help out. A notice was sent home yesterday with details.
Grade 7s have their Egypt project due May 19. They will have two more classes this week to work on the items and then must complete the work at home. They are handing in work as they are completing it, but will also hand in the completed project by May 19.
This afternoon we enjoyed showing our social responsibility by participating in the Shoreline Clean-up as well as helping with our Kindergarten and Division 4 buddies.
Wed. May 11 is our Regional Track meet. Pebble Hill teachers are responsible for organizing the track meet this year and the parents will run the Concession Stand. This is a great money making opportunity for our school, so if you have any time at all, we'd appreciate volunteers to help out. A notice was sent home yesterday with details.
Grade 7s have their Egypt project due May 19. They will have two more classes this week to work on the items and then must complete the work at home. They are handing in work as they are completing it, but will also hand in the completed project by May 19.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Happy Easter Break
We've had an incredibly busy time since coming back from Spring Break. We started with Bard on the Beach sessions where students acted out scenes of The Tempest. Unfortunately, with only five classes of preparation, the students didn't feel confident about performing the scenes in front of a large audience, but they did present a spirited monologue from the play.
The Carousel Theatre's presentation of Pharoah Serket and the Lost Stone of Fire was an excellent field trip to start off our Grade 7 unit on Ancient Egypt. Thank you to our parent drivers: Mrs. Garbutt, Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Joyce, Mrs. Manojlovic, and Mrs. Miller.
This week we welcomed Mrs. Garbutt into the classroom to instruct us on making Ukrainian eggs. The students were very excited about creating their egg masterpieces and did a fantastic job. Many eggs went home today but others are at school because students forgot to bring containers. Thank you to Mrs. Garbutt for gathering all the supplies and also to her team of parent helpers: Mrs. Manojlovic, Mrs. Jackson, and
Ms. Klausen.
Next week we will be doing art in the style of Roy Henry Vickers with our aboriginal worker, Ms. Smith.
Today was busy with our last footy (Australian Football) lesson. The students played an laugh-filled game and showed excellent learning of the footy skills. Thank you to the PAC for sponsoring our footy instructor, Coach Mike McFarlane of the North Delta Junior Australian Football League.
Also, today, six class members went off to the Math Celebrations at Port Guichon. Congratulations to Mark, Jonathan, Nathan, Robbie, Emily, and Brendan for representing our school.
Last week an email was sent out about Learning to Learn, a summer program for students entering Gr 8 at SDSS. The class runs from Aug 8-12 from 9-11 am or 11:15-1:15. Cost is $82. There are 20 spots available for each class, but they do fill up quickly. Registration is now open. Contact the Delta School Board to register by telephone.
The Carousel Theatre's presentation of Pharoah Serket and the Lost Stone of Fire was an excellent field trip to start off our Grade 7 unit on Ancient Egypt. Thank you to our parent drivers: Mrs. Garbutt, Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Joyce, Mrs. Manojlovic, and Mrs. Miller.
This week we welcomed Mrs. Garbutt into the classroom to instruct us on making Ukrainian eggs. The students were very excited about creating their egg masterpieces and did a fantastic job. Many eggs went home today but others are at school because students forgot to bring containers. Thank you to Mrs. Garbutt for gathering all the supplies and also to her team of parent helpers: Mrs. Manojlovic, Mrs. Jackson, and
Ms. Klausen.
Next week we will be doing art in the style of Roy Henry Vickers with our aboriginal worker, Ms. Smith.
Today was busy with our last footy (Australian Football) lesson. The students played an laugh-filled game and showed excellent learning of the footy skills. Thank you to the PAC for sponsoring our footy instructor, Coach Mike McFarlane of the North Delta Junior Australian Football League.
Also, today, six class members went off to the Math Celebrations at Port Guichon. Congratulations to Mark, Jonathan, Nathan, Robbie, Emily, and Brendan for representing our school.
Last week an email was sent out about Learning to Learn, a summer program for students entering Gr 8 at SDSS. The class runs from Aug 8-12 from 9-11 am or 11:15-1:15. Cost is $82. There are 20 spots available for each class, but they do fill up quickly. Registration is now open. Contact the Delta School Board to register by telephone.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Happy Spring Break
The push through to Spring Break has been very successful. The Grade 7 students worked very hard on their Olmec/Minoa/Mesopotamia persuasive essay while the Grade 6 students researched a country of their choice. We also wrapped up the unit on Gr 7 Chemistry and Gr 6 Electricity. Lots of reading, writing and learning!
When we come back on April 4th, we will start off with Bard on the Beach. Our time is 9:00-9:45 am every morning Apr 4-7 and Apr 11-14 with a presentation on Apr 14. As well we will be going to see a play on Apr 8 which ties into our drama and Gr 7 Social Studies unit on Ancient Egypt. Athletically we will be learning the basics of Australian Rules Football (Footy) for 4 sessions in April. It will be very busy but we are committed to making the most of our academic time so that we can enjoy these extraordinary events.
Report cards will be going home April 14th.
Here are some initiatives open to our students that they might consider doing over Spring Break. I have spoken about these in class but you might remind your child if they're looking for something to do.
Delta "What's Cool to You?" Photo Contest. Photo submitted by Friday, April 1, 2011 (no joke) by email to cae@corp.delta.bc.ca. Visit www.corp.delta.bc.ca/earth_week for more details
Experience Math as a Sport April 30 contest sponsored by Pacific Insititute for Mathematical Sciences Register by April 8, 2011 http://www.elmacon.org/ Questions to elmacon@pims.math.ca or 604-822-3922
Delta's Earth Day Poster Contest for youth aged 4-12. Draw with crayons, felts, paint or coloured pencils on 8.5"x11" paper submitted by April 11, 2011 More info at cae@corp.delta.bc.ca
I hope the weather cooperates with your Spring Break plans and that we all come back rested and ready to go for the next term.
When we come back on April 4th, we will start off with Bard on the Beach. Our time is 9:00-9:45 am every morning Apr 4-7 and Apr 11-14 with a presentation on Apr 14. As well we will be going to see a play on Apr 8 which ties into our drama and Gr 7 Social Studies unit on Ancient Egypt. Athletically we will be learning the basics of Australian Rules Football (Footy) for 4 sessions in April. It will be very busy but we are committed to making the most of our academic time so that we can enjoy these extraordinary events.
Report cards will be going home April 14th.
Here are some initiatives open to our students that they might consider doing over Spring Break. I have spoken about these in class but you might remind your child if they're looking for something to do.
Delta "What's Cool to You?" Photo Contest. Photo submitted by Friday, April 1, 2011 (no joke) by email to cae@corp.delta.bc.ca. Visit www.corp.delta.bc.ca/earth_week for more details
Experience Math as a Sport April 30 contest sponsored by Pacific Insititute for Mathematical Sciences Register by April 8, 2011 http://www.elmacon.org/ Questions to elmacon@pims.math.ca or 604-822-3922
Delta's Earth Day Poster Contest for youth aged 4-12. Draw with crayons, felts, paint or coloured pencils on 8.5"x11" paper submitted by April 11, 2011 More info at cae@corp.delta.bc.ca
I hope the weather cooperates with your Spring Break plans and that we all come back rested and ready to go for the next term.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Where has the month gone?
I just realized my last post was a month ago. Where did the time go? Well, we've certainly been busy. Congratulations to all the students for an excellent job on their Science Fair projects. I can see lots of thought, time and energy went into the presentations.
For the week of Feb 21-25 we will have a Hip Hop instructor in to teach us how to "bust a move". One class each day (Mon-Thurs) with a performance Fri at 1:30 pm. Drop in if you can make it.
Mon Feb 21 Ms. Val Hayes Gr 8 counsellor at SDSS will be in to speak with the Grade Sevens.
Tues Feb 22 Math League contest for Grade Seven (and any Grade Six) mathletes.
Wed. Feb 23 Last day for FSA tests except for those who were absent during the other test times.
Please help Pebble Hill win 2 x $1000 grants for the Arts by committing to eco-friendly changes at
www.dreamridertheatre.com/survey and www.dreamridertheatre.com/zero-survey. We're aiming for over 100%!! Everyone in your family and neighbourhood can help.
For the week of Feb 21-25 we will have a Hip Hop instructor in to teach us how to "bust a move". One class each day (Mon-Thurs) with a performance Fri at 1:30 pm. Drop in if you can make it.
Mon Feb 21 Ms. Val Hayes Gr 8 counsellor at SDSS will be in to speak with the Grade Sevens.
Tues Feb 22 Math League contest for Grade Seven (and any Grade Six) mathletes.
Wed. Feb 23 Last day for FSA tests except for those who were absent during the other test times.
Please help Pebble Hill win 2 x $1000 grants for the Arts by committing to eco-friendly changes at
www.dreamridertheatre.com/survey and www.dreamridertheatre.com/zero-survey. We're aiming for over 100%!! Everyone in your family and neighbourhood can help.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Spelling Bee Winner and Basketball Schedule
Congratulations to our Pebble Hill CanSpell Spelling Bee winner Robbie Johnson. Congratulations, too, to all of the Division One participants. It's nerve-wracking to get up in front of everyone and the spellers did a great job!
Basketball season has come to Pebble Hill. We will have combined Grade 6/7 teams for both boys and girls. The four games will be on Tuesdays but we have a bye week to start. Here's the schedule:
Boys Girls
Jan 25 Bye Bye
Feb 1 PH vs CD @ PH PH vs CD @CD
Feb 8 PH vs EB @ PH PH vs EB @ EB
Feb 15 BG vs PH @ BG Possibly a bye as no BG Girls Gr 7 team
Feb 22 SP vs PH @ SP PH vs SP @ PH
Boys practices are scheduled for Tues at lunch and Thurs after school. Girls practices have not yet been scheduled.
Basketball season has come to Pebble Hill. We will have combined Grade 6/7 teams for both boys and girls. The four games will be on Tuesdays but we have a bye week to start. Here's the schedule:
Boys Girls
Jan 25 Bye Bye
Feb 1 PH vs CD @ PH PH vs CD @CD
Feb 8 PH vs EB @ PH PH vs EB @ EB
Feb 15 BG vs PH @ BG Possibly a bye as no BG Girls Gr 7 team
Feb 22 SP vs PH @ SP PH vs SP @ PH
Boys practices are scheduled for Tues at lunch and Thurs after school. Girls practices have not yet been scheduled.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Curling on Tuesday Jan 25th
For our last curling time, we will be playing a game with students from Mr. Preddy's class. We will be leaving the school at 12:30 and have a full 2 hour time slot to play. Please make sure your child is dressed with warm clothes as this is a longer session. Long pants for the girls are a good idea, rather than uniform skirts.
Monday, January 17, 2011
More information about the blog
Not accustomed to "blogging" I will try to post regularly. I see the blog as a way for me to keep parents apprised of our classroom activities. If you have suggestions, you will need to speak to me in person or send me an email (pogloff@deltasd.bc.ca) as the "Comment" link is not enabled. If you would like to have the blog automatically go to your email, click on the "Followers" link along the right hand side of the post. I believe this is working. Please let me know if it isn't.
One last request -- does anyone have old magazines they'd like to donate to the classroom art supplies? Our selection is rather picked over at this point, so new old magazines would be appreciated
One last request -- does anyone have old magazines they'd like to donate to the classroom art supplies? Our selection is rather picked over at this point, so new old magazines would be appreciated
January 2011
After a restful break, the students of Division One are working hard at their academics and having fun with basketball and curling. As well, there are many extra-curricular events you might be interested to know about:
Friday, January 21 First Round of the CanSpell Spelling Bee will be held at 12:15 in the Library
Early February Grade 7s only - Foundation Skills Assessment tests will be administered. There are six assessments in total. Students have had a little practice with the online format using the Ministry website www.bced.gov.bc.ca/assessment/fsa/sample_tests.htm
February 16/17 Science Fair presentations in the gym to coincide with Student-Led Conferences
February 17 Student Led Conferences - times to be organized soon
February 18 Delta District Pro-D Day
February 21 Grade 7s only - a visit from the counsellor at South Delta Secondary in anticipation of course selection
February 22 Math League contest. An extra-curricular test that some students have signed up for
February 22 7:00 pm Parents Night at SDSS - to review course selection through ParentConnect
March 4 Grade 7 course selection process complete. Parent and Student Connect closed
Friday, January 21 First Round of the CanSpell Spelling Bee will be held at 12:15 in the Library
Early February Grade 7s only - Foundation Skills Assessment tests will be administered. There are six assessments in total. Students have had a little practice with the online format using the Ministry website www.bced.gov.bc.ca/assessment/fsa/sample_tests.htm
February 16/17 Science Fair presentations in the gym to coincide with Student-Led Conferences
February 17 Student Led Conferences - times to be organized soon
February 18 Delta District Pro-D Day
February 21 Grade 7s only - a visit from the counsellor at South Delta Secondary in anticipation of course selection
February 22 Math League contest. An extra-curricular test that some students have signed up for
February 22 7:00 pm Parents Night at SDSS - to review course selection through ParentConnect
March 4 Grade 7 course selection process complete. Parent and Student Connect closed
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