Roncalli News

 

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April 25th 

 

Click here for 9 best educational websites for kids (that are actually fun, too!) A variety of great sites that explore a wide range of subjects and interests. 

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Click here for 50 Easy Ways to Be a Fantastic Parent

 

April 22nd 

 

Click here for the Resource "My Parent's Live Apart"

This booklet is intended for children and youth living in Newfoundland and
Labrador, ages 10 to 15 years, dealing with parental separation and divorce. It is
meant to provide some basic information about family law and give them an
idea of the processes that parents may go through when they separate or
divorce. It is not meant to get into any technical details of the law. Children
and youth often want basic information to better understand what their
family is going through. Many questions can arise and parents may have limited
tools to help inform their children about legal concepts and terms in a way
that is understandable. This booklet is an information tool that may be helpful
to answer some of the questions that can arise. Some children may need help
reading or understanding this booklet. That is where an adult may be needed
to step in and assist the child. We suggest that you first read the booklet
on your own to better familiarize yourself with the topics that are discussed
within it. The booklet covers a variety of topics such as parenting arrangements,
the emotional impact of separation on children and youth, safety, and
child support. Definitions of commonly used terms are included, as well as a
section on where to find help. The publication includes frequently asked
questions, as well as activities for readers to do.

 

April 14th 

 

Here's a great website that covers many topics, and is divided into sections for Parents, Kids, and Teens. Lots of information. Click KidsHealth

 

April 13th 

 

Anxiety is a struggle for so many people, young and old alike. Click HERE to read an informative and helpful article that highlights the symptoms, self help and treatment. 

 

 

March 17th

 

Canada's "curling parents" are sweeping aside obstacles for their adult children, but leaving them unable to handle the rocks life throws at them. Read the article HERE...

 

 

March 15th

 

Grade Three Games Club

 

I'm very happy to say that our Grade Three Games Club is up and running, and the kids are having a great time. We meet at 3:00 every Tuesday afternoon in the Learning Commons Room, and spend an hour playing a wide variety of board games. 

 

In the weeks that we've been doing this, I've made note of a few of the benefits I've seen, aside from the simple fun of playing a game. The kids:

 

• are learning new games that involve strategy and skill

• are learning to problem solve

• are playing with students/peers they might normally not play with, thereby expanding their friendship base

• are learning to read instructions to get clarification on how the game is meant to be played

• are engaging in play that does not involve "screen time"

• are learning to take turns, wait their turn, and work through disagreements effectively

• are learning valuable sportsmanship skills

 

Game Club is open to all Grade Three students at Roncalli Elementary. Thanks to all who have participated so far!

 

 

December 15th

 

On Thursday, December 17th, Roncalli will be organizing a waste-free lunch and recess day. Students and parents are encouraged to pack snacks and lunches with reusable containers, leaving no unnecessary waste. To stay in a 'green' frame of mind, students are also encouraged to wear green (and some festive red, if they choose).  We plan to organize several waste-free days through the year, but of course, any day can be waste-free day.

 

The average person in Newfoundland and Labrador generates about 4.5 pounds of waste every day. We all need to do our part.

 

 

December 10, 2015

Dates to Remember

December 14th – Grade 6’s singing at Airport – noon – Group 1

December 16th – Grade 6’s singing at Airport – noon – Group 2

December 17th – Grade 2 and 3 Concert @7pm

December 18th – Beginner and Jr. Band Performance –morning

December 21st – Grade 1 Matinee – 10:45am

December 22nd – Last day before holidays

January 4th – Classes resume

 

 

December 9th, 2015

While Roncalli is an elementary school, many of the parents of Roncalli students also have teenaged children. Click HERE to access an important document titled, Your Connected Life: A Teen's Guide To Life Online.

 

 

December 9th, 2015

The Roncalli Christmas Tree has been set up in the main lobby of our school. This is the tree that will be decorated with the 'recycled materials' ornaments that the students create. It's a great family activity that sends a positive message. Take something that seemingly has no purpose (bottle caps, empty yogurt

containers, jar lids, etc) and create a beautiful recycled Christmas tree ornament. While helping the environment, it's also a wonderful keepsake that students can retrieve before Christmas break and bring home for the family to keep. There will also be prize draws for those who bring in an ornament. Students can begin bringing ornaments on Friday, December 11th.

 

 

December 8th, 2015

The Roncalli Environmental Agents are back in action this year. One representative from each classroom has been selected to be an advocate for change and protecting our environment. We had a great meeting, and have come up with some exciting events and initiatives that we plan to organize this year.

 

Thanks to all the students who volunteered for this important role.  

 

We watched a video clip in our first meeting, a video that helped us set our minds to what we want to do. Click HERE to see the video. At the 4:00 mark of the video, David tells a story that sums up the work that all of us, young and old, are trying to do. It's pretty powerful.

 

Follow us on Twitter @Roncalligogreen.

 

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Roncalli Recycling Blitz will take place this Saturday, April 18th,from 10:00 to 2:00 at the back of the building. Hope to see you there!

 

 

Newfoundland and Labrador School Team Chess Championship 2015 will take place at Mary Queen of Peace School on Saturday, April 25th. For all the details, go to http://www.chess.nl.ca/

 

 

Roncalli Chess Club - Final Schedule

 

Day 2 -  Group 5A

Day 3 - Group 4A

Day 4  - Group 6A

Day 5  - Group 5B

Day 6 - Group 4B

Day 7 - Group 6B

 

Start Time 12:00

 

All sessions will now be held in the lobby area outside the gym.

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KinderStart Sessions

 

                     KinderStart Parent Meeting - Thursday, December 11, 2014 @ 7:00pm

                    - 1st session -  Friday, January 30, 2015
                    - 2nd session - Friday, February 27, 2015
                    - 3rd session -  Friday, March 27, 2015
                    - 4th session  - Friday, April 24, 2015
                    - 5th session -  Friday, May 15, 2015

 

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From the Roncalli Environment Committee:

 

To encourage the practice of 'reduce, reuse and recycle' during the holidays, we are once again challenging students to make a Christmas tree ornament out of “garbage”.  Use old Christmas cards, yogurt containers, jar lids, pop bottle tops, etc.  Beginning Tuesday, December 9 , students can bring their ornaments to the office to be displayed on a Christmas tree. Teachers will give students one coupon for every ornament they make to enter their name for prizes to be drawn for on Thursday, December 18 - one for primary, one for elementary. Have fun!

 

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We're very pleased to announce that the Roncalli Chess Club will recommence next week (Monday, December 8th). Chess will take place in the Resource Centre from 12:00 to 12:25. The tentative schedule is as follows:

 

     Day 3 - Grade 4

     Day 5 - Grade 5

     Day 7 - Grade 6

 

We anticipate more days will be added in the new year. Look forward to seeing you there.

 

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*December 10th - Christmas Concert Grade 2 and 3 - 7:00 start (doors open @ 6:30)

December 11 and 12 - Grade 4 students sing at the Sheraton Hotel

December 11th - KinderStart Parent Meeting @ 7:00 pm in the gymnasium

December 18th - Grade 1 Christmas Performance (with the school band)  in am

 

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*November 14 - Last day to bring in "Coats for Kids"
 November 24 - OPTIS opens to register for Parent-Teacher Interviews
 November 25 - Report cards go home
 November 27 - Parent Teacher Interviews (Kindergarten students - no classes)
                          Grade 1 - 6 students - dismissed@ 11:30am

 

* There will be no classes for students on Monday, November 10th (district holiday), or Tuesday, November 11th (Remembrance Day).

 

* REMINDER: Please be aware of life threatening allergies to all nuts, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, latex, BANANAS and kiwi. Banana is a new allergy so we ask you refrain from sending in bananas and things that contain bananas such as banana bread, etc.

 

* Click here for Halloween Safety Tips

 

* There will be no class for students on Friday, October 24th or Monday, November 3rd due to a Professional Development Day