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Grade 5. Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy 2012-2013. Lacey Sprague. From Windsor (Tecumseh), Ontario Graduated from the University of Windsor Majored in English Language and Literature and minored in Philosophy Lived in Okotoks last year First Year at OLS (taught grade 7 at JPII)
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Grade 5 Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy 2012-2013
Lacey Sprague • From Windsor (Tecumseh), Ontario • Graduated from the University of Windsor • Majored in English Language and Literature and minored in Philosophy • Lived in Okotoks last year • First Year at OLS (taught grade 7 at JPII) • Teaching all subjects (except DPA and Music)
Classroom Expectations • The OLS way • In the hall, at lunch, in class • Classroom creed • Students brainstormed • Students creation
Our Grade 5 Classroom Creed Grade 5S at Our Lady of the Snows believes in following the virtues in the OLS Way, by respecting staff and students. We’ll be fair to all of God’s creations, and pursue our faith, wherever it leads us. 5S will do our best, even during difficult times. And we will always be grateful for what we have. We are worthy of everyone’s trust because we follow our hearts and do the right thing. 5S takes responsibility for ourselves, and cares for others. This is who we are- even when no one is watching!
Student Expectations • Always try your best. • Always say positive things about yourself and others. • Ask questions. • Ask for help. • I have high expectations for all my students, and will do my best to help them achieve their best.
Curriculum • “Curriculum at a glance” sheets • Feel to grab one if you haven’t already
Homework Policy • General Beliefs • Meaningful Homework – practicing what you have done, reinforcing what was learning, new skills acquired, sharing with parents • Weekly-predictable homework • Completion homework- I check everyday • Times: 20 minutes reading, 10 minutes math, 10 minutes Reading-Writing connection
Homework • Homework binder • Usually assigned on Mondays (marked on Friday, but checked everyday) • Math • Journal • New words • Reading log • Reading comprehension • Extras - projects
Agendas • Students record all homework and reminders in agendas. • Please initial.
Awards • Monthly awards assemblies for Virtues and Excellence. • Parents will be contacted.
Teacher Website • Teacher website: • www.redeemer.ab.ca
Contact Info • lsprague@redeemer.ab.ca • (403) 609-3699, ext 218 • Email: for quick questions/info • Call: for updates, problems that arise, or important info/questions