Thank you all, students and parents for another wonderful year of learning at McMurrich!!!

It is hard to believe that only 10 months ago we embarked on this journey as a Grade 6 group in Room 308.  We have all built upon many of our strengths and have overcome many obstacles.  Thank you for inspiring me and each other to move forward in our learning as a class community and to continue to make a difference by starting with ourselves.

Enjoy your summer time at home or away, with family and friends.  May you face new challenges head-on and continue to build upon your voice, because each of you has something of value to share with others. Perseverance, a positive attitude and selflessness are words that come to mind when I think of our class community.

Good luck on your Grade 7 journey! I look forward to whatever the next school year brings  :o)

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."

Nelson Mandela

“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

Maya Angelou

“Be the change you want to see in the world”

Ghandi

“The graduating class of 2017 Rocks”

Ms. Tavares

That wraps up another awesome school year! Have a wonderful summer with family & friends! @tdsb pic.twitter.com/YGYYjDhWiy

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 29, 2017

The video’s broadcast premiere will be on TVO Thursday June 29 at 6pm right after Dino Dana (tune in a little early to be sure to catch it).  When I have a link to watch it on tvokids.com .  Here is the link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_yuggsNvqg

Our class loot bag of messages, accomplishments and souvenirs gathered throughout the school year! @tdsb pic.twitter.com/jX8pBqZdRq

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 29, 2017

We are proudly reviewing and signing each others class yearbooks! @tdsb Twitter came in handy collecting images for our yearbook :) pic.twitter.com/PK6kHOtvCa

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 29, 2017

This! Scan pages from our class yearbook for an interactive experience! @aurasma videos of performances, #QRCodes 2 projects, eBooks & more! pic.twitter.com/QEnZaFld2v

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 29, 2017

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Year for your perseverance, leadership & team spirit! @tdsb @McMurrichParent @TDESAA_TDSB pic.twitter.com/qLM0hodmrY

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 29, 2017

MrPerretta, our enthusiastic & dynamic PhysEd Teacher & Coach has put together another wonderful presentation recognizing all active Ss! pic.twitter.com/P4WTiOQ5bw

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 29, 2017

1 Day of School Left:

Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

Excited to be here @mcacgallery our last excursion of the school year & as a class community celebrating Indigenous art & culture, & CDN art pic.twitter.com/rVjz2Dzf7S

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 28, 2017

And we're painting! @mcacgallery beautiful bursts of colour! @tdsb pic.twitter.com/DSjrYTz4En

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 28, 2017

Ss watercolour paintings during our visit to McMichael Art Gallery @mcacgallery @tdsb pic.twitter.com/3eZ71E0xUm

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 28, 2017

Checking out Tom Thomson's shack @mcacgallery @tdsb A humble home of great Canadian talent pic.twitter.com/yKUBnLdFVa

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 28, 2017

In the gallery taking part in a quick sketch reviewing our line drawing study, ending r year as we started it, with art! @mcacgallery @tdsb pic.twitter.com/xrhQD8woGU

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 28, 2017

Report Cards have been sent home.
Bring a litterless lunch tomorrow for our field trip.

2 Days of School Left:

Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

So very PROUD of our students who received their McMurrichJPS Graduation Certificate today! Smiles all around :) @tdsb @McMurrichParent pic.twitter.com/MnLZGRkwSU

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 27, 2017

Students excited to be recognized as participants @TLPCanada #eashowcase being young entrepreneurs & leaders in their community @tdsb pic.twitter.com/HegSldgrcE

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 27, 2017

TY @CMartinsMPP for our Grade 6 Graduation certificates congratulating us on our achievements @tdsb @McMurrichParent pic.twitter.com/v18uMrhVbx

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 27, 2017

Ss receive their class #badge certificates recognizing their commitment 2 r class community of learners, as digital & global citizens @tdsb pic.twitter.com/iQvGHtrcjr

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 27, 2017

GRADE 6 GRADUATION : an up-close and wonderful celebration of the great things students have accomplished this year and during their time as a student at McMurrich.  Thank you to the families who were able to bring in food and other items to make our reception special.  A special thanks to the teachers and parents who helped out with the decorations, and to Ms. Rambaran for creating a memorable year-in-review video for the graduating students.  

To quote Dr. Seuss:
And my personal favourite from Dr. Seuss:

“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.”

“Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.”

My challenge for you is that you continue to persevere and move forward in your adventures (small or large) within your learning and throughout your lives.  "Be the change you want to see in the world" (Ghandi) as you have already started to make a difference in the lives of those around you and those you may not ever meet; you have inspired me and I look forward to when our paths will cross again, this year and in the years to come!

“The graduating class of 2017 Rocks”

Ms. Tavares

We are ready & excited to welcome our Grade 6 students 2 celebrate continued lifelong learnings as Graduates from McMurrichJPS! @tdsb pic.twitter.com/nzUCH49uoJ

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 23, 2017

Grade 6 Graduates! Looking very sharp Room 308! @tdsb pic.twitter.com/eZPTErOI4H

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 23, 2017

Our class valedictorian shares a warm & powerful speech about community, support, failing forward & being the best version of ourselves! pic.twitter.com/J7pViY779f

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 23, 2017

Grade 6 Graduates Selfie station bringing out the fun & humour during the Grad reception! @tdsb @McMurrichParent pic.twitter.com/yaDWDZ8pJ7

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 23, 2017

More Grade 6 Graduates Selfie station bringing out the fun & humour during the Grad reception! @tdsb @McMurrichParent pic.twitter.com/pnbK9L7aFY

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 23, 2017

Congratulations 2 all student award recipients who have inspired & modelled positive leadership skills in our school community! @tdsb pic.twitter.com/Rl9V7lDyfX

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 23, 2017

Congratulations to the Graduates of McMurrich JPS on an amazing year of learning @tdsb pic.twitter.com/vdqnIaxpfr

— Ms.Rambaran (@McM_MsR) June 23, 2017

4 Days of School Left:
Monday June 26: Canada 150 assembly during the morning, continue presentations Artist Study & Science Breakout EDU 
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, athletic assembly during the morning, class yearbooks will be distributed during the afternoon
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

If students are absent for the morning, please notify the school office.
Students MUST be in class for afternoon attendance 12:30pm.
Parents, please make your way to the school gym. Ceremony to begin at 1:15pm.

5 Days of School Left:
Friday June 23: Grade 6 Graduation

Monday June 26: continue presentations Artist Study & Science Breakout EDU 
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed) 

Students interested in a Class Yearbook please bring $16   LAST CALL tomorrow!

6 Days of School Left:
Thursday June 22: grad rehearsals during the afternoon
Friday June 23: notify office if absent during the morning, GRADUATION students in class by 12:30, ceremony begins at 1pm

Monday June 26: continue presentations Artist Study & Science Breakout EDU 
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed ($16)
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed) 

Testing our kite designs @tdsb @TDSB_STEM 1of2 pic.twitter.com/N5KxhDInyl

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 21, 2017

Testing our kite designs @tdsb @TDSB_STEM 2of2 pic.twitter.com/YVVvDIohJK

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 21, 2017

Students interested in a Class Yearbook please bring $16 by Wednesday June 21st.

7 Days of School Left:
Wednesday June 21: Artist Study (5 slides in Google Slides) DUE & Science Breakout EDU
Thursday June 22: grad rehearsals during the afternoon
Friday June 23: notify office if absent during the morning, GRADUATION students in class by 12:30, ceremony begins at 1pm

Monday June 26: just wrapping up awesomeness
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed ($16)
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed) 

Bring in McMichael Art Gallery forms & funds by Wednesday June 14th PAST DUE
Students interested in a Class Yearbook please bring $16 by Wednesday June 21st.

8 Days of School LEFT....
Tuesday June 20: science BreakoutEDU DUE, make it awesome for us to learn & explore
Wednesday June 21: Artist Study (5 slides in Google Slides) DUE, make it awesome
Thursday June 22: grad rehearsals during the afternoon
Friday June 23: notify office if absent during the morning, GRADUATION students in class by 12:30, ceremony begins at 1pm

Monday June 26: just wrapping up awesomeness
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed ($16)
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed) 

Ss working on their artist study painting reproductions! Beautiful use of colour, texture and expression! @tdsb @TDSB_Arts pic.twitter.com/7X0xiayhhS

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 19, 2017

Bring in McMichael Art Gallery forms & funds by Wednesday June 14th PAST DUE
Students interested in a Class Yearbook please bring $16 by Wednesday June 21st.
Grad packages were sent home today with students, please review them together. 

9 Days of School LEFT....
Monday June 19: painting reproductions during the morning (must have a colour print-out ready to go)
Tuesday June 20: science BreakoutEDU DUE, make it awesome for us to learn & explore
Wednesday June 21: Artist Study (5 slides in Google Slides) DUE, make it awesome
Thursday June 22: grad rehearsals during the afternoon
Friday June 23: notify office if absent during the morning, GRADUATION students in class by 12:30, ceremony begins at 1pm

Monday June 26: just wrapping up awesomeness
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed ($16)
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed) 

Bring in McMichael Art Gallery forms & funds by Wednesday June 14th PAST DUE
Students interested in a Class Yearbook please bring $16 by Wednesday June 21st.
Grad packages were sent home today with students, please review them together. 

10 Days of School LEFT....
Friday June 16: P.E.E.P.S. social issue book jacket design: let's do some research first then get designing

Monday June 19: painting reproductions during the morning (must have a colour print-out ready to go)
Tuesday June 20: science BreakoutEDU DUE, make it awesome for us to learn & explore
Wednesday June 21: Artist Study (5 slides in Google Slides) DUE, make it awesome
Thursday June 22: grad rehearsals during the afternoon
Friday June 23: notify office if absent during the morning, GRADUATION students in class by 12:30, ceremony begins at 1pm

Monday June 26: just wrapping up awesomeness
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed ($16)
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed) 

Honoured 2 have @hughbrewster join us this morning, sharing history of WW1 & WW2 based on his research & books! @tdsb @kidsbookcentre pic.twitter.com/wu8AyHGoXY

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 15, 2017

TY @hughbrewster 4 joining us today, sharing Canada's influences during WW1 & WW2, celebr8ng 100 years Vimy Ridge & your passion 4 writing! pic.twitter.com/3mwtukhbBS

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 15, 2017

TY 2 our @McMurrichParent community 4 r lovely Staff Appreciation Luncheon! I missed it but Ps made sure 2 put together treats 4 me! @tdsb pic.twitter.com/lv2s7P3tCo

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 15, 2017

Bring in McMichael Art Gallery forms & funds by Wednesday June 14th.
Students interested in a Class Yearbook please bring $16 by Wednesday June 21st.
Grad packages were sent home today with students, please review them together. 

11 Days of School LEFT....
Thursday June 15: mystery guest author (yes, I managed to squeeze one more in before year end)
Friday June 16: P.E.E.P.S. social issue book jacket design: let's do some research first then get designing

Monday June 19: painting reproductions during the morning (must have a colour print-out ready to go)
Tuesday June 20: science BreakoutEDU DUE, make it awesome for us to learn & explore
Wednesday June 21: Artist Study (5 slides in Google Slides) DUE, make it awesome
Thursday June 22: grad rehearsals during the afternoon
Friday June 23: notify office if absent during the morning, GRADUATION students in class by 12:30, ceremony begins at 1pm

Monday June 26: just wrapping up awesomeness
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed ($16)
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed) 

Canadian Indigenous history: the Blanket Experience Building empathy and understanding guided by Clayton Traditional Knowledge Keeper @tdsb pic.twitter.com/VEiLy1wu6T

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 14, 2017

Bring in McMichael Art Gallery forms & funds by Wednesday June 14th.
Students interested in a Class Yearbook please bring $16 by Wednesday June 21st.
Grad packages were sent home today with students, please review them together. 

12 Days of School LEFT....
Wednesday June 14: Guest, Indigenous Blanket Activity (covered by Enrichment fund) during morning
Thursday June 15: mystery guest author (yes, I managed to squeeze one more in before year end)
Friday June 16: P.E.E.P.S. social issue book jacket design: let's do some research first then get designing

Monday June 19: painting reproductions during the morning (must have a colour print-out ready to go)
Tuesday June 20: science BreakoutEDU DUE, make it awesome for us to learn & explore
Wednesday June 21: Artist Study (5 slides in Google Slides) DUE, make it awesome
Thursday June 22: grad rehearsals during the afternoon
Friday June 23: notify office if absent during the morning, GRADUATION students in class by 12:30, ceremony begins at 1pm

Monday June 26: just wrapping up awesomeness
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed ($16)
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed) 

Our Grade6 Ss leaders showcasing their learning today @TLPCanada #codingquest #tlpcoding #tdsbcoding #ontariocodes @tdsb pic.twitter.com/zn3lfVw7Ps

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 13, 2017

Ss proud as guests playing their games leave with a smile, so rewarding! #codingquest #tlpcoding #tdsbcoding #ontariocodes @TLPCanada @tdsb pic.twitter.com/4nJEU3tuIC

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 13, 2017

Ss explain how @makeymakey allowed their coding & designs 2 come 2 life! #codingquest #tlpcoding #tdsbcoding #ontariocodes @TLPCanada @tdsb pic.twitter.com/qXZ3iPypX9

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 13, 2017

Bring in McMichael Art Gallery forms & funds by Wednesday June 14th.
Students interested in a Class Yearbook please bring $16 by Wednesday June 21st.
Grad packages were sent home today with students, please review them together.


13 Days of School LEFT....
Tuesday June 13: several students showcasing at TLP Coding Quest, flying Kites with Room 207 buddies
Wednesday June 14: Guest, Indigenous Blanket Activity (covered by Enrichment fund) during morning
Thursday June 15: mystery guest author (yes, I managed to squeeze one more in before year end)
Friday June 16: P.E.E.P.S. social issue book jacket design: let's do some research first then get designing

Monday June 19: painting reproductions during the morning (must have a colour print-out ready to go)
Tuesday June 20: science BreakoutEDU DUE, make it awesome for us to learn & explore
Wednesday June 21: Artist Study (5 slides in Google Slides) DUE, make it awesome
Thursday June 22: grad rehearsals during the afternoon
Friday June 23: notify office if absent during the morning, GRADUATION students in class by 12:30, ceremony begins at 1pm

Monday June 26: just wrapping up awesomeness
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed ($16)
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed) 

After plenty of discussions on 4 forces of flight & planning, it's time 2 build our kites! @tdsb @TDSB_STEM pic.twitter.com/pSFeHlzdZq

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 12, 2017

Excited 2 share a few of the Grad Photos of our Grade 6 students! @McMurrichParent @tdsb It has been an awesome year BUT we are not yet!!! pic.twitter.com/QkmtVwVLl4

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 13, 2017

FunFair TONIGHT... enjoy... take pictures with groups of friends and selfies. Email me to include in our class yearbook ($16).

14 Days of School LEFT....
Monday June 12: morning building kites (bring items to build your own design)
Tuesday June 13: several students showcasing at TLP Coding Quest
Wednesday June 14: Guest, Indigenous Blanket Activity (covered by Enrichment fund) during morning
Thursday June 15: mystery guest author (yes, I managed to squeeze one more in before year end)
Friday June 16: P.E.E.P.S. social issue book jacket design: let's do some research first then get designing

Monday June 19: painting reproductions during the morning (must have a colour print-out ready to go)
Tuesday June 20: science BreakoutEDU DUE, make it awesome for us to learn & explore
Wednesday June 21: Artist Study (5 slides in Google Slides) DUE, make it awesome
Thursday June 22: grad rehearsals during the afternoon
Friday June 23: notify office if absent during the morning, GRADUATION students in class by 12:30, ceremony begins at 1pm

Monday June 26: just wrapping up awesomeness
Tuesday June 27: term Report Cards go home
Wednesday June 28: McMichael Art Gallery excursion
Thursday June 29: last day of school, class yearbooks will be distributed ($16)
Friday June 30: PA Day, I will be in the school if you need to connect

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed)

@kevinsandsbooks joins us this morning sharing passion as a writer, his books. Connecting mystery science code! @tdsb pic.twitter.com/A1SNPYsfWN

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 8, 2017

TY @kevinsandsbooks! Ss were on the edge of their seats caught up in your presentation and passion! @tdsb pic.twitter.com/LTBzfoAhbS

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 8, 2017

GRAD group photo taken tomorrow and individual photos. 
FUNFAIR tomorrow evening.

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed)

***STEM: Monday morning we are building kites! Your challenge, check out designs and bring in materials (found items around the house) and have them ready for Monday!!!

The ARTS: Artist Project (Google Classroom), have a coloured print-out of the painting you will be reproducing by next Friday

SCIENCE: Design a BreakoutEDU game and 5 slide deck to teach us a bit about Humans & Space Exploration
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/elementary/scientec18currb.pdf
Page 121 Grade 6 SPACE 

SOCIAL STUDIES: P.E.E.P.S. social issue book jacket design: let's do some research first

ePortfolio: update with tasks in-progress or published, include various reflections on learning & goal setting. 3-5 entries per week (in-class time is provided, at-home time may be needed)

The ARTS: Artist Project (Google Classroom), have a coloured print-out of the painting you will be reproducing by next Friday

BUSINESS DAY:  ALL Members: UPDATE THE TEAM GOOGLE SITE with individual and team tasks

SCIENCE: Design a BreakoutEDU game and 5 slide deck to teach us a bit about Humans & Space Exploration
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/elementary/scientec18currb.pdf
Page 121 Grade 6 SPACE 

SOCIAL STUDIES: P.E.E.P.S. social issue book jacket design: let's do some research first

Excited 2 have astrophysicist @astromattrusso #trappist1 join us today! @tdsb @TDSB_STEM pic.twitter.com/OmjvkWZ5Rt

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 6, 2017

How big is the #Trappist1 system? Ss volunteers join @astromattrusso to model the scale @tdsb @TDSB_STEM pic.twitter.com/eHN6gZUkH9

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 6, 2017

Jupiter is quite a musical system with a rhythm of moon movements @astromattrusso #trappist1 @tdsb @TDSB_STEM pic.twitter.com/4MMqWZnhYi

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 6, 2017

Awesome! #Trappist1 https://t.co/7CKc0aVMpD Music generated by the planetary system. @astromattrusso @tdsb @TDSB_STEM pic.twitter.com/VIRoPEojaT

— MsTavares (@McM_MsT) June 6, 2017