JAZZ in the Schools at Humber College.
Boy, did we have fun!
Monday, June 15, 2015
WIZARD OF OZ!!
Wizard of Oz production a wonderful success!!
The students of Twentieth Street JS put together and preformed a unique and fun rendition of the classic movie Wizard of Oz . The many hours of rehearsal and preparation of the play was evident the evenings performance. Class 214 sang their beautiful hearts out for a packed audience.
Great job everyone!!
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Colonel Samuel Smith Park Exploration Walk!
We explored and learned all about our community and the wild life around us:)
214 Tree Huggers!
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Our visit to Toronto Police College!
Thank you Toronto Police College looking after our community and for inviting us into your school!
We loved meeting Odin the dog, Vimy Ridge, and Simcoe the stunning police horses.
STEM Fair - A Great Success!!!
Congratulations and a job well done to those that participated in Twentieth STEM Fair!
Thank you Madame Bruse for organizing this wonderful event.:)
Monday, May 4, 2015
May Calendar
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EDUCATION WEEK
Mental Health Week
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Day3
Argos
Huddle Up Leadership
Conference
STEM
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Writing Journals Due
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Soccer Tournament
Visit Toronto Police
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Grade
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Mother's
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Track
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Centennial
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Victoria Day
School Closed
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Jazz
in School
Writing Journals
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Grade 5 – Transition Workshop at 2nd
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JK
Orientation Night
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Bike to School Week
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EQAO
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EQAO
Barrier
Free Track Meet
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Spelling
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Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Working on our Daily Five & story time with Mr.Hochberg!
For more information about CAFE, please visit
https://www.thedailycafe.com/daily-5
Thursday, April 16, 2015
What is Descriptive Feedback?
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In room 212, we have been discussing ways to know how our learning is going, where we need to take it, and finding the steps to take to get there. We have discovered that getting feedback is very helpful! You will notice that I provide areas of success along with areas of improvement in your childs' Writing Response Journals. If possible, I ask that you go over those items with your child so we collectively are improving on our reading and writing. Thank you!
What is descriptive feedback?
Feedback provides information to students and teacher about learning. It helps reduce the gap between a student’s current level of understanding and/or performance and a desired goal.
Feedback is an essential practice of assessment for learning. “A process of seeking and interpreting evidence for use by learners and their teachers to decide where the learners are in their learning, where they need to go, and how best to get there” (assessment reform group 2002)
4 Types of Feedback:
Motivational: Goal is to make the learner feel good. It does not give guidance on how to improve the learners reasoning.
Evaluative: Goal: is to measure student achievement with a score or a grade. Does not give student guidance on how to improve the learner’s reasoning,
Needs: Goal is to show the learner what is missing and areas for improvement. Feedback is intended to give learner feedback on area of need. However, does not give feedback intended to move learners reasoning to the next level, only on the task.
Constructive: Goal is to address the learning goal, and use it to improve the student achievement by telling the learner what steps to take in order to move forward in the learning process. Feedback tells learner what is needed to improve.
When is descriptive feedback Effective:
· Students internalize or use the descriptive feedback
· It is used by the learner to independently move their reasoning to the next level
· Asks students what to do to move their reasoning to the next level
· It is a combination of all four parts of feedback – motivational – evaluative-constructive-needs
(Source Edugains.ca)
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
International Pink Day!
Today Room 214 had a great day learning and talking about the meaning of International Pink Day.
We wore pink and made pink paper t-shirts to show our support. 214 ROCKS!
" The International Day of Pink is a day of action,... it's also a commitment to
being open minded, to being understanding of differences and to learning to
respect each other." (from Direct Line, March 30, 2015, item #9)
For additional information and resources, visit:
Monday, April 6, 2015
April Newsletter
Please press on the links below for April's Newsletter and Calendar here at Twentieth Street JS.
April Newsletter
April Calendar
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Ms. Brady :)
April Newsletter
April Calendar
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Ms. Brady :)
Reading Response Journals
Reading Response Journals – Writing
Beginning today until the end of the school year, students will be participating in an official Home Reading Program. Each Thursday, your child will be selecting/given 1-2 texts that compliment their reading level/comprehension abilities and these texts will be brought home. The expectation is that your child will practice reading each book, complete one weekly response (based on one of the books), and then return the package to school on Tuesday. Students will be focusing on retelling stories and making connections to what they have read. Retelling and making connections are an important skill in developing reading comprehension.
Once a week, each student is expected to choose one book to read and:
- Record the title of the book
- Record the date
- Draw a picture in colour of a favourite part of the story
- Explain briefly what the story/chapter is about in their own words – RETELLING
- Write a sentence that relates the story to something in their own life – MAKE A CONNECTION
Retell Sentences Starters:
1. This story is about...
2. My favourite part of the story is…
3. I like the story because…
Make a Connection Sentence Starters:
1. This reminds me of…
2. Another story I read like this was…
3. I am like (character name) because…
Please return Response Journals every TUESDAY.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask.
Ms. Brady :)
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask.
Ms. Brady :)
Thursday, April 2, 2015
House Keeping
Hello,
The first couple of weeks back in the classroom were great. What a wonderful group of students I have!
We have been working hard on learning and following our Classroom Agreement which I am confident your child can share with you. In addition, I will be implementing some new language and math programs. There will be postings of what we are doing in the classroom, newsletters, as well as any important classroom and school wide information, so please check in often to stay up to date. :)
Please continue to use Raz-Kids.com as part of our online Reading program. I am closely monitoring the activity and looking for advancements in your childs reading level.
As part of our Spelling Skills program, students will be working on developing different strategies to expand their vocabulary throughout the week. To see their progress, there will be a short assessment each Friday. Please initial and return the quiz so that you are aware of their success. Further information will be posted next week regarding their new Reading Response Journals program that will start April 9th, 2015.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at Erin.Brady@tdsb.on.ca
I hope everyone has a lovely Easter weekend!
We have been working hard on learning and following our Classroom Agreement which I am confident your child can share with you. In addition, I will be implementing some new language and math programs. There will be postings of what we are doing in the classroom, newsletters, as well as any important classroom and school wide information, so please check in often to stay up to date. :)
Please continue to use Raz-Kids.com as part of our online Reading program. I am closely monitoring the activity and looking for advancements in your childs reading level.
As part of our Spelling Skills program, students will be working on developing different strategies to expand their vocabulary throughout the week. To see their progress, there will be a short assessment each Friday. Please initial and return the quiz so that you are aware of their success. Further information will be posted next week regarding their new Reading Response Journals program that will start April 9th, 2015.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at Erin.Brady@tdsb.on.ca
I hope everyone has a lovely Easter weekend!
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Thank you Mr. Smith!
Hello students and families of room 214!
Most of you already know me as Ms. Brady who taught you health and physical education last year. I left to have my son Grayson and now have the pleasure to teach this wonderful class for the remaining part of the school year.
From what I have heard and seen, Mr. Smith did a fantastic job being your teacher in my absence. I know he will be greatly missed by both staff and students and wish him all the best.
Going forward, I will be blogging on this site so please continue to login to see what we are up to. Please feel free to email me directly at Erin.Brady@tdsb.on.ca with any questions or concerns.
I hope everyone had a wonderful March break and looking forward to welcoming spring!
Ms. Brady
Most of you already know me as Ms. Brady who taught you health and physical education last year. I left to have my son Grayson and now have the pleasure to teach this wonderful class for the remaining part of the school year.
From what I have heard and seen, Mr. Smith did a fantastic job being your teacher in my absence. I know he will be greatly missed by both staff and students and wish him all the best.
Going forward, I will be blogging on this site so please continue to login to see what we are up to. Please feel free to email me directly at Erin.Brady@tdsb.on.ca with any questions or concerns.
I hope everyone had a wonderful March break and looking forward to welcoming spring!
Ms. Brady
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