On January 29th we are hosting world renowned math educator Mr. Trevor Calkins for a parent math night.
- Why do students still need to know their basic facts?
- What,if anything is different now than it was when most parents went to school?
- Why are some of the methods for teaching basic facts and multidigit operations
- changing (+, –, x, ÷)?
- Are there any new ideas in learning how to do ‘long division’?
- How can parents help at home (the three BIG ideas)?
- What is the role of praise in developing mathematical ability?
- How do games help?
- What does this new word ‘subitize’ mean and why should I care?
- The notice for this event has been on our website and in D2L and we are pleased that the response from families has been very high. Childcare spots are now full however there is still lots of space for parents to come for the workshop so please return the form if you are planning on attending.
- On February 4th the whole school will be heading down to the Jack Singer Concert Hall for a Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra presentation called "Building the Orchestra." There is no cost for his trip. Please watch for the permission forms in the coming days.
- A huge thank you to our School Council for sponsoring these two exciting events!
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