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Last week our middle school students ran for various positions on our Knesset (student council). We listened to their speeches and then went through the private voting process. Today, it was our turn to run! Five well-deserving candidates gave speeches to their peers for the position of Class Representative. It’s not always easy to speak in front of the class, and they all did a great job! Although there had to be one winner, I was so impressed with the support and camaraderie all the students showed each other. Next week, as the Canadian population prepares to vote, our students will also have the opportunity to have their voice heard. With grade 5 students at the lead, they have been researching the various parties, their leaders, MP candidates, and platform highlights. They will share this information with students in grades 3-8 on Thursday, October 17th, as the OJCS participates in the Student Vote Canada 2019. ...

Our Kitah dalet students ran a 2 km race on Thursday. They showed great sportsmanship, unity, and had a great time!!...

This week started with a big leap into digital citizenship and continuing to learn about the safety of being online, we delved into what a digital footprint is (this will be explored deeper through a focused workshop with Miss Brigitte) and how we can be present online without putting ourselves at risk.... enter avatar! As a part of our blogging challenge (see my previous post) we have created an avatar to represent each person in the class and short bio to go alongside. This bio includes our avatar name and some interesting facts about ourselves. Students learn about the types information you should/can share online and what you definitely shouldn't. I am proud to say how knowledgeable Grade 3 about the way they conduct themselves online (Thank you Morah Ann-Lynn!) See our blogging challenge post to check out the avatars....

Last week, the middle school students had the opportunity to participate in creative activities revolving around the chagim with our shinshinim. They used their directional skills to help guide their partner to the sweetness of Rosh Hashanah. The students also played a "headbands" activity that related to the customs and traditions of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkot. We can't wait to see what other activities the shinshinim have in store for us!     ...

Lots of excitement today in Kindergarten! We connected through Google Hangouts with our Global Read Aloud partner in Frisco Texas.  Both schools got to ask and answer questions about their school, the weather, and of course we talked about the two books we've both read so far, Dreamers and Just a minute. We discovered that Texas hardly ever gets any snow, and when they do, school is cancelled.  Click on the link for Just a minute to hear the story again with your child.  A question you might ask is how do you like to celebrate your birthday?...

Grade 3 and 4 has a super fun morning at Ken Ross park, Barrhaven competing in the independent schools fall harvest event PUMPKIN RUN! Students ran either a 1.5km or 2km course age depending and then they were able to enjoy the glorious day outdoors, playing games and team building with different grade levels. Thanks to Mrs Bennett and Morah Yardena - we had a blast!

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This week Kitah Gimmel was been busy learning about Yom Kippur. We spent time learning about the five tefillot of Yom Kippur, as well as the importance of reflecting on the relationship we have with ourselves, with G-d, and with our friends. Another theme discussed this week was Lashon Hara (talking badly about our friends, gossip). We played the game broken telephone to gain a better understanding of how easy it is to unintentionally pass the wrong message. Gmar Chatima Tova,...

The last two and a half weeks have been full of special and meaningful moments in 4th Grade. We have had the opportunity to visit Hillel Lodge twice and connect with our friends there. The first visit had us baking sugar cookies with Barbara and boy we found out that we sure can bake. Our cookies were delicious! The second visit had us learning how to make shofars with Rabbi Blum. We all took turns in making the shofar and we enjoyed the whole process....

Shalom! This week Hebrew homework is to read about Yom Kippur. Each child brought home a book tonight in their note tote. Once they finish their book, they can return it for a new one. Please initial their agenda to confirm they've done their homework.

Continuing with Tishrei holidays, another short week ahead, as we review Yom Kippur and begin Sukkot.  There is a lot of talking about the meaning of saying sorry to friends and family and how can we use kind words to communicate better with each other... when we need our own space, or want to play different games, etc... It warms my heart how kind and caring of each other Kitah Alef is. I am so proud of each and every one of them. ...

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