M. Vakharia's Classes

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November 3, 2009

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We are entering November and looking forward to the festive season. Most of the items outlined in the plans for September and October have been accomplished. However, some items will require ongoing review.

In Grade four, the students are finishing a unit called “Bonne Collation”. We have explored a world of snacks which involved the listening to a nutritionist’s recommendations for healthy snacks, classifying snacks into the four food groups, and an examination of various snack recipes. This has brought us to the final task of making simple recipes that the students can enjoy at home.

In Grade 6, we are in the process of finishing the unit called “Soyons Branches”. This unit focuses on media and technology. The students have learned how a magazine is produced, the use of technology in school, and how to find a French speaking pen pal. Ultimately, they will produce articles for a fictitious magazine.

This letter has been posted on the school’s web site. Please note that there will be extra help sessions given upon request by the student.

Sincerely,

A. Vakharia (Core French)

From the Art Corner

Mr. Vakharia’s Art Class Gr. 6 & 7

November 3, 2009

Dear Parents/Guardians,

In Grade 6and 6/7 Art, we are using the knowledge of the Elements of Design and are pursing the theme of “The Canadian Society”. We have finished the country and urban scenes in the Canadian Society through the medium of a montage and also of a collage. Presently, we are getting ready for the Remembrance Day observance by drawing war scenes from the two world wars in which Canada was involved extensively. This helps the students learn about figure drawing. In the Art class please note that a student has to hand in all the projects in order to pass the course. If a student has 65% or less in any assignment, he/she may rework the same assignment and resubmit for reassessment to a maximum of a 70%.

This letter has been posted on the school’s web site.

Sincerely,

A. Vakharia (Core French)

Grade 4

SEPTEMBER

* pronoun subjects (je, j’, tu, vous, il,

elle)

*  addition of s to form the plural of

     nouns (un enfant/des enfants)

OCTOBER

Verbs

· present tense of être, avoir, and

some regular -er verbs with a

singular pronoun or noun

subject (e.g., j’aime, Paul aime)

NOVEMBER

Prepositions

· prepositions of place (e.g., sur,

sous, dans) and to indicate

possession (e.g., de)

DECEMBER

Vocabulary

*basic vocabulary (e.g., colours;

numbers from 1 to 31; words

associated with classroom

objects, time, calendar, family)

Grade 6

SEPTEMBER

present tense of some regular -ir and -re verbs, and faire and aller, with singular and plural pronoun or noun subjects (e.g., Pauline et Catou choisissent)
expressions with faire (e.g., faire du ski)

OCTOBER

Conjunctions

*conjunctions (mais, et, parce

que/parce qu’)

NOVEMBER

Vocabulary

basic vocabulary (e.g., numbers

from 1 to 100; words associated

with meals, menus, restaurants,

home, space)

DECEMBER

*use of resources (e.g.,

classroom-displayed vocabulary,

text, French-English dictionary) to

check spelling.

In order to keep track of your child’s progress, could you please note the following approximate dates for assignments, presentations and tests which will be assigned in addition to the ongoing, regular exercises in the workbook, to be completed during the French Class.

Sept. 11 Grammar Test-Oral (Diagnostic only)

Sept. 16 Grammar Practice Session

Sept. 18 Oral Test

Sept 29/30 Oral Test

Oct. 16 Grammar/Vocabulary Test (Mon Lexique)

Oct. 27 Reading/Oral

Nov. 6 Writing assignment due: Rough drafts for peer editing

Nov. 16-17 Oral Presentation with revised draft due for teacher grading

Nov. 23 Retest day for students below 50% in any tests as of Sept. 30 (Maximum score obtainable is 60%)

Nov 30 Reading Test

Dec. 7 Vocabulary (Mon Lexique) Test (Commence second term grading)

Dec. 15 Reading Test (If necessary)

Jan. 11 Parents to receive parent letter for Winter Term

(Please inquire from your child)

Your child is expected to maintain a duo tang of handouts in class along with a workbook. Please ensure that your child has a standard student French/English dictionary.

I have placed the grammar notes for different grades on the school’s website in order to enable the parents to refer to it. The dates for the retest are noted. On these days, students who obtain less than 50% in any of the tests are entitled to take the same tests again. This letter has been posted on the school’s web site. Please note that there will be extra help sessions given upon request by the student.

Sincerely,

A. Vakharia (Core French)

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