September 14 -18, 2026
Hi Parents!
We had a great start to grade one and a great couples day back this week! We are learning lots of new routines, building friendships and getting to know each other. This week we will continue to practice routines and establish expectations. Here is a glimpse of what we will be doing the rest of the week:
Language Arts
We will be reviewing classroom/school objects and the alphabet.
Last week we started a sound/phonics program that will review sounds more explicity. We have begun reviewing the sounds for the letters Ii,Ll,Oo,Aa,Tt,Nn.
The students are working on making a little backpack with different classroom objects and they will share an write about what is in their backpack.
Math
We are reviewing numbers 1-10.
We are spending some time each afternoon in activity centres, where the students will play in groups with puzzles, blocks, lego and dominos.
Important Information
Meet the Teacher: You're invited to come into our classroom on Wednesday, September 16th from 6:20-6:35pm. This is a great chance to see your child's classroom, meet other parents and I'll have a quick slideshow to go over some information about grade 1!
Footwear: Please ensure your child is able to put on their indoor and outdoor footwear independently (ie - tie laces, or pull up zippers). If they have laces, it's expected they can tie their shoes themselves.
Breakfast Program: Our breakfast program started this week and is open for all students! Toast with butter and toast with jam are always available. Additionally there can be various options such as apples, bananas, cheese or yogurt. Breakfast is available between 8:00 and 8:25 daily.
Hot Lunches: Our Hot Lunch program started this week. To place these orders, you will need to create a new account (even if you had one last year) and place your orders for next week by 9pm tonight (Sunday).
Here is the website to register and order:
https://glenstewartprimary.hotlunches.net/admin/?action=register-form
Here is the website to register and order: https://glenstewartprimary.hotlunches.net/admin/?action=register-form
Monday: Cheese Pizza (Domino’s)
Friday: Cheese Pizza (Stratford Pizza Corner)
Utensils - When packing your child’s lunch, please make sure to include any utensils necessary.
Clothes- with the weather now a little cooler, please make sure your child is dressed accordingly. I know it can be cooler in the morning and warm in the afternoon. Also, please make sure your child has a change of clothes in their school bag. You never know when they might need something.
Homework: We will begin homework routines later this month, stay tuned for more information!
Upcoming Dates:
Sept 25: Terry Fox Run
Sept 30: National Truth and Reconciliation (no school)
Have a great week!
Jana