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April 27 - May 1

Learning Outcomes

Social Studies 

Students examine government and social systems in ancient civilizations and empires.


What Did Students Do?

This week in our Grade 5 classroom, students were introduced to an exciting new area of learning by exploring how governments make decisions. As part of this introduction, students worked in groups to create their own “governments” and were given the task of developing one classroom rule that would be fair for everyone.
Students spent time discussing ideas, thinking carefully about fairness, and considering how their rule would impact others. Each group then created a poster to clearly present their rule, explain why it is fair, and share how it would benefit our classroom community.
After completing their posters, students presented their ideas to the class, practicing their speaking and listening skills while explaining their thinking. Once all groups had presented, we held a class vote to decide which rule would be implemented in our classroom. This process helped students experience how decisions are made in a democratic system and the importance of considering different perspectives.
This activity served as a strong introduction to our upcoming learning outcome, as students began to understand how rules, fairness, and decision-making play an important role in building a positive and respectful community.








Ask your Child

- How did they work together in their government groups to come up with a rule

- Did they think the voting process was fair

- What they have learned about order of operations so far 

- What are some things that the digestive system does


Upcoming Events

  • May 5 – Fun Lunch (Mucho Burrito) 

  • May 7 – Whole School Photo  

  • May 7 – Nickle School Open House for Grade 5 (evening) 

  • May 8 – Parent Association Plant Delivery

  • May 15 - No school 
  • May 18 - No school 
  • May 25 – 28 – Ball Hockey & Flag Football Residency 
  • May 27 – Grade 5 Teachers Pet 

  • Save the date: June 23 1:30 Grade 5 Farewell Assembly!

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