September
5
September
4
Mystery Awaits: Unraveling the Secrets of 6th Grade!
In the back alleys of Highroad Academy, a light emanating from room 6 beckons—a year draped in the enigmas of learning, where we dare to stretch our boundaries, diving deep into the perplexities of the unknown. My name’s Mr. Wolfsen, and I’m your guide in this tangled web of mysteries. I’ve got your back as you venture forth, trying to piece together the puzzles of self and seeking your role in this vast, sprawling city we call Chilliwack.
As the first pages of our tale unfold, we’ll lay out our gear, our instruments of investigation. Every item in its rightful place, every tool ready at our fingertips. After all, detectives are only as good as their toolkit, and knowledge, dear students, is our sharpest weapon. Welcome to The Case Files of Mr. Wolfsen’s Grade 6 Sleuths. Dive in, the mystery’s just getting started.
School supplies:
In the world of young detectives, every item tells a story. So, ensure each piece of gear—those student supplies—bears your prodigy’s name. The streets of Grade 6 can be treacherous, and it’s easy to misplace a vital clue. Before they step foot on the scene on that first day, help your young sleuth unpack and set their tools of the trade in order. The thrill of the initial days can be dizzying. Being prepared with their gear in check aids them as they navigate the maze of new lockers and desks, cutting through the thick fog of the first-day frenzy.
Need a blueprint? Check the blog—it’s got the lowdown on how our young agents will be arranging their kits this year.
Setting Up Your Detective Toolkit: School Supplies 101.
Classroom Location:
Your junior detective’s base of operations? The elusive Portable 6, nestled right next to the grand archives known as the library. It’s where they’ll be piecing together the puzzles, one clue at a time. Keep it under your hat.
Access Points to Portable 6: Navigating the Detective’s Lair
Your young sleuth will make their grand entrance through the door facing East. It’s more than just an entrance—it’s the first step into the world of mysteries. Once inside, they’ll scrub away the traces of the outside world at the handwashing station, ready to dive deep into their day. Next stop, the locker area, where every detective keeps their personal stash of secrets. While they generally make their exit through the same East door, there’s a twist.
If you, the detective-in-chief, drop by to see how your junior agent is doing, give a knock on the door that faces the setting sun—that’d be the WEST. We value our privacy in this line of work, but we always welcome a familiar knock.
Come Tuesday morning, the EAST door is where the action is. If you’re feeling lost in this world of mystery, look for a sign—it’ll guide you right.
The Detective’s Clock – Crucial Moments in Portable 6:
- 8:35 am – The doors to Portable 6 swing open. Every detective knows the drill: first, cleanse those hands, then get set for the day’s adventure.
- 8:40 am – The mystery unfolds. If a detective’s tardy, they should get authorization from the office before heading to Portable 6 and slipping into the usual morning ritual. The west-facing door’s their best bet.
- 12:00 pm – While our usual day of investigations ends at 2:55 pm, our first day ends at noon, when all our young sleuths will gather outside, waiting for their ride to the next mystery.
For the finer details and the daily grind, the class blog’s where you want to be.
The Class Dossier: Classroom Blog
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June
28
Have a great summer!
Thanks for all your hard work this year. I hope everyone has a great summer.
Here is a link to our final day slide show photo album.
ChatGPT
I recommend signing up for ChatGPT and using it help make the most of your summer.
Some example prompts:
- Write a daily schedule for a 12 year old that includes enriching activities such as exploring outdoors, reading, writing, and math activities.
- Make a list of 10 fun science experiments that I can do using household products.
Here are other ways that you can use AI:
- Ask questions and seek knowledge: ChatGPT can provide answers to a wide range of questions. Use it as a learning resource to explore topics you’re curious about. Ask about science, history, animals, or any other subject you want to know more about.
- Practice writing and storytelling: Engage in creative writing exercises with ChatGPT. Write a short story or a dialogue, and then have a conversation with the model to get feedback or ideas for improvement.
- Enhance language skills: ChatGPT can help improve your vocabulary, grammar, and sentence construction. Practice forming well-structured questions and responses to enhance your communication skills.
- Brainstorm ideas: If you’re working on a project or need ideas for summer activities, discuss your thoughts with ChatGPT. It can provide suggestions, creative prompts, or even help you come up with a plan.
- Play word games: Challenge ChatGPT to word games like “20 Questions,” where you think of an object, and it tries to guess what it is by asking yes/no questions. Alternatively, engage in word associations or riddles for a fun and interactive language experience.
- Explore creativity: Share your drawings, stories, or ideas with ChatGPT. Describe what you’ve created, and ask for feedback or suggestions on how to improve or expand your creative works.
- Practice problem-solving: Present ChatGPT with puzzles or brain teasers and work together to find solutions. It can offer different perspectives and help you think outside the box.
- Learn about AI: ChatGPT can introduce you to the world of artificial intelligence. Ask questions about how it works, its limitations, or its applications in various fields. Gain insights into the technology behind ChatGPT and how it has evolved.
June
15
End of the Year Activities
The end is here, and I hope we can all make some good memories of the great times we have had this year.
June 16 Half Day – noon pick up
June 19 Class Party – students have volunteered to bring snacks and drinks
June 20 Fun Day (afternoon) – Please wear the colours of the team that you are on
| Hancock | Moisin | Goosen | Janzen | Wolfsen | Angela Kennedy |
| RED | GREY | GREEN | BLACK | YELLOW | BLUE |
| Kesler | Emma | Andy | Mattéa | Sophia H | Samuel E |
| Tristan | Hendri | Chrissy | Lily | Emily | Aislin |
| Sophia M | Ryker | Karida | Jackson | Jediah | Russell |
| Caleb | Cindy | Zachary | Samuel M | Cody | Evangeline |
June 21 Cultus Lake Field Trip – Departing at 8:30 am
June 22 Last day – half day
June
5
Update: we are leaving at 9 am for Camp Charis!
June
2
Charis Camp
May
31
Jeans Day Today!
May
29
Spring Sing Tonight – Mission Briefing
The art gala was fantastic. The art looked great, and I loved how many parents came to see it.
Tonight, May 29, we have our Spring Sing performance starting at 6:30 pm. I look forward to seeing everyone there to see the performance that our students have been working so hard to prepare!
All K-6 students are to wear spring-colored t-shirts (solid color, no writing or graphics) with jeans or casual bottom (no shorts, no sweatpants, no skirts or dresses). Sandles or running shoes for footwear.
On June 6, we are leaving early, at 8:30 am, to head out to Camp Charis for outdoor challenges and fun.
Chapel – May 31
| Jesse | Denae Sarah Kiara |
| Bentley | Moriah |
| Justice | Cassandra |
| Emma | Sophia |
| Mattea | Caleb |
| Chrissy | Jackson V |
| Miguel |
June 6 – Charis Camp Field Trip
We will leave at 8:30 am and return and 3pm.
Wear casual clothes, ready for the weather, bring a water bottle and pack a lunch.
May
23
Art Gala – May 24
May
5
Mission Briefing
The Track and Field event was really fun. Congratulations to Hendri for pulling us to victory in the relay race and having the highest high jump!
Check out the gallery of pictures at the end to see some of our citizenship winners.
Chapel – May 10
| Owen | Dida | Miguel |
| Kesler | Jada | Jackson P |
| Emma | Sarah | Tristan |
| Denae | Jesse | Maeva |
| Gracie | Shayla | Adam |
9am. Gigi, Anaiah
May 19 Pro-D
May 22 Victoria Day
May 24 Art Gala
Students will be showing the artwork they have made this year
May 25 Field Trip to Lighthouse Theater’s Beauty and the Beast
We will leave to the Chilliwack Cultural Center at 9am and return at 1pm.
