The students have been working very hard at creating art work for the open house on Thursday. Their work has been inspired by Yellena James, an artist who gets her inspiration from the outside environment. Students have been working on incorporating their understanding of composition, colour and proportions, as seen in Yellena James' work. Please stay tuned for photos.

We are also starting to discuss our BIG and guiding question that will connect to our learning for the remainder of the school year. Today the students worked as a table group on the question, what is a system? They came up with a number of examples that include a system, which is a wonderful start to the discussion. Tomorrow we will hash out a definition for the word 'system' before moving onto the next task. By Friday, students should have a good grasp of what the big question means and how it connects to our learning.

The open house on Thursday is for families interested in the science program available at Maple Ridge School. This is not an event for students who already attend Maple Ridge School. This evening will provide information on the program for those families who are thinking about applying.

Important Dates:
Thursday, January 30th - Report Cards Go Home
Friday, January 31st - Non-Instructional Day (No School)
Thursday, February 13th/Friday, February 14th - Teachers' Convention (No School)
Monday, February 17th - Family Day (No School)