Welcome back to class, everyone!  I am very excited to see everyone again and hear all about your wonderful adventures that you went on over the last week.  We have tons of fun ahead of us this week.   To start it all off, TNB will be doing a presentation on Monday!  Then we have to work hard on covering curriculum, because it will be the end of March before we know it.  Remember to come prepared to finish your Science Fair projects, because I would like them done in class. Also, just a little reminder that all Social Studies projects are due March 31st.  If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask!!

Wow!  We have a BIG week this week!  To top it all off, it is the last week before our March Break...does life get any better than this? Monday kicks off the first day of our annual Winter Carnival.  This is the day that you can dress-up as your favorite character.  Tuesday is backwards day, and hopefully all can participate in this day! Wednesday, I will not be at school because I will be helping Mrs. Barry organize the "So You Think You Can Dance District 16" dance competition.  However, Ms. Peterson will spend the day with you.  Kristen Gillespie will do us proud as she will be going to represent your school.  Go Kris!  Please dress in blue in gold for School Spirit Day. Thursday is Jersey Day.  We will also be participating in fun winter activities like snowshoeing, sliding, snow sculpturing and skiing.  Dress warm! Friday is PJ day.  Come and have a nice relaxing last day before our break...but come prepared to work because we will still be doing our rounds of Daily Five so that I can conference with everyone before we go out on our break.  There will be hot chocolate and cookies in the afternoon for a treat! Enjoy your week boys and girls and lets show lots of school spirit for this special occasion!

I'm excited to announce that Blackville Elementary will be celebrating "Winter Carnival" week from February 28th- March 4th.  Monday you are to dress in your favorite character, Tuesday is Backwards Day, Wednesday is Blue and Gold Day, Thursday is Jersey Day and Friday is PJ Day.  I hope you all remember and come to celebrate with us!

As you can see, even Quinn Donovan was sporting his pink scarf to show people that he was taking a stand agains bullies!  Most of the students participated in this very worth while event!  Grade 5TH is a bully-free zone!  Way to go students!!  Check out the image gallery for more great pictures!

What a busy week we have ahead of us.  Make sure you get your sleep and organise your days! Tuesday, we will be visited my best-selling Canadian author Peter Clark.  He will be sharing stories that he wrote and explaining to the students that anyone can become an author if they want. Wednesday Blackville School will be turning into Pinkville School as we celebrate Bully-Awareness Week.  All students are encouraged to stand-up against bullying and wear pink to support this event.  Make sure you set out your wardrobe the night before, so you don't forget to wear pink! Thursday we will be celebrating our 100th day of school.  Mrs. Turcotte has a fun-filled day planned for all of us.  Thank you Mrs. Turcotte! Friday, is our usual Friday, full of adventure.  We have our Fun Friday and our Reading Buddies which I know all my students love to do. Enjoy your week boys and girls.  March Break will be here before we know it!

Our inspiring student author, Jules K. had the opportunity today to share her work with one of Canada's Best-Selling author Peter D. Clark.  He complimented her work and gave her the encouragement that she can follow her dream and made it real to her.  Way to go Jules, we are all very proud of you and all your hard work!

What a week we have in store for us!!!  I can't wait for Monday to come so it can all begin!First thing on Monday morning we head out for MVHS pool for the student to take their lesson in paddling from Mr. McKinnon.  Please make sure that your child brings a bagged lunch, a bathing suit, towel and a water bottle.  The bus will be leaving the school promptly at 8:40, so don't be late!  I cannot wait to see my students participating in this event!We will be starting full force into our english program and I am positive that they will love what is in store for them.Thursday I will be away at a meeting at the District Office, but I am sure they will be left in great hands.  Friday is always lots of fun with our Reading Buddies and Fun Friday.Let the games begin!