Mr. Fratarcangeli's Class

Blended Learning Tools Gizmos Gizmos is a particularly helpful tool to assist students with understanding concepts through online interaction. This resource is particularly helpful for science and contains labs, which promote learning through the power of doing. There are also clear instructions and questions based on the results that the students achieve. Not all students will achieve the same results all of the time, allowing for the sharing of process at the end. LINK Canva Canva offers an opportunity for students to share their learning in different ways, rather than just through written assignments. It allows students to complete their research and produce a product that is unique to their own specific needs, or communication strengths. They can produce infographics in a variety of ways and organize them according to any template that they find to be most effective. LINK Kahoot This is a way for students to test their knowledge, while also enjoying the competitive aspect of a game...

 Expectations While Using Blogger Please be sure to read these rules - We may add to this list as the school year goes on! 1. Be respectful when viewing posts from other classmates - there is no room for any sort of judgment in our classroom! 2. Complete any and all tasks to the best of your ability - I am very excited to see all of your work and it is important for us all (including myself) to give our best each and every day. 3. If you have concerns, you will reach out to my e-mail (df16oy@brocku.ca) - Please be sure to ask me or a peer if you do not understand a specific task or are having trouble using blogger 4. HAVE FUN - I want us all to enjoy this learning experience!

Curriculum - Grade 5 This year, our curriculum covers a wide range of exciting topics. Here are some of the topics that we will be covering. We will discuss more specific details as er progress throughout the school year! Elementary Curriculum Science Life systems: Human organ systems Structures and mechanisms: Forces acting on structures and mechanisms Matter and energy: Properties of and changes in matter Earth and space systems: Conservation of energy and resources Social Studies Heritage and identity: Interactions of Indigenous Peoples and Europeans before 1713 People and environments: The role of government and responsible citizenship Health and Physical Education Healthy living Fundamental movement skills Active participation Safety and well-being The Arts Visual arts Music Drama Dance French as a Second Language (FSL) Oral communication Reading comprehension Writing skills Cultural awareness

 Ontario College of Teachers Standards The Ontario College of Teachers Standards are essential for maintaining high teaching standards and ensuring that students receive the best education possible. These standards guide my teaching methods and professional development. By adhering to these standards, I aim to create a positive and effective learning environment for all students. What do these standards look like for students? Care: Caring for the feelings and experiences of our classmates. Making everyone feel like a valued member of this class. Trust: Trusting one another to give our best each and every day. Respect : Being respectful when commenting on another classmate's post, or working together in groups. There should never be any hurtful comments made to another classmate Integrity: Respecting the work of our other classmates and being sure to complete our work with our work with our full effort each time 

 Welcome Everyone To Our Class!   Welcome to our classroom blog! My name is Mr. Fratarcangeli, and I am excited to be your teacher this year. With several years of teaching experience, I look forward to a fantastic school year filled with learning and fun. This blog will be our platform to share updates, and resources, and celebrate our many achievements. Stay tuned for more! If you have any concerns, please contact me using this e-mail: df16oy@brocku.ca Below I have attached an "Important Dates" Section which will be updated throughout the course! Please re-visit this welcome page to see these dates!          PLEASE RETURN TO THIS PAGE DAILY TO SEE UPCOMING EVENTS: September 3 - First Day of School September 6 - Introduction to our Class Due September 10 - Math Feedback Quiz - review from last year September 13 - Science Feedback quiz - review from last year   All the best,  Mr. Fratarcangeli