Grade 5 Letters to the Prime Minister

Dear Grade 5 Parents:

As part of our Canadian Government unit, students have written letters to the Prime Minister.  I have asked my students to show their letters to their parents on the weekend.  Parents, please initial the back of the letter as indication that you have read your child's letter.  Students need to bring back their letters on Monday when we will mail  them to the Office of the Prime Minister in Ottawa.

Also, I have invited the NDP, LIBERAL, and GREEN PARTY candidates in the Vancouver-Kingsway riding to come to speak to our class.  So far, the Liberal candidate has confirmed her visit with our class on April 29th.

Finally, please talk to your child about the upcoming provincial election in May.  Our students will have a chance to vote for the provincial party of their choice prior to the actual election on May 14th.  Remember  our government leaders as the Apostle Paul urges us to pray for "all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by joy and happiness" (I Timothy 2:2)

Blessings,

Dave Wu

5W April News

Dear Parents and Students:

I hope you had a great Spring Break.  April is a busy month, but also a rewarding time of learning.  Last week both Grade 5 classes went to the Vancouver Museum to enrich their understanding of the history of Vancouver.  There will be another field trip to Science World on Friday, May 31st.  Parent-volunteers are needed to drive for this field trip.

Over the next few days there will be a number of rehearsals in preparation for our school's musical on Thursday, April 25th.  Grade 5 students are expected to attend BOTH the afternoon and evening performances.  Please read carefully any information in the school's weekly newsletter concerning the upcoming rehearsals.

Upcoming important dates in April and May:

April 19th--rehearsal
April 23rd--dress rehearsal
April 24th--Early Dismissal
April 25th--afternoon and evening performances
April 26th--Student Council promotes an all-school DEAR DAY
April 30th--Grandparents and Pastors Day
May 17th--Sports Day
May 20th--No School (Victoria Day)
May 30--3 School General Meeting
May 31st --Science World Field Trip

Information about the Victoria Field Trip on June 13th will be provided later in May.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions about your child.

Blessings,

David Wu
Grade 5 Teacher

Vancouver Museum Field Trip Friday, April 12th

Both Grade 5 classes will be going to the Vancouver Museum as part of their heritage and immigration unit.  We will leave in the morning and return by the end of the school day.Students are reminded to bring a bag lunch and snacks. Also, students will need a clipboard and a pencil or pen. Students will not be permitted to the gift shop on this field trip.  While students may bring a camera, they should not take flash photos.  Students are reminded to dress for the weather as we may have lunch outside at the beach.  Finally, a big thank you to Mrs.Tam and Ms.Anderson who have volunteered to drive for this field trip.