Ms. Gill's 2021/2022 Class Blog

Dear Families, With the exception of an 'ice day' Wednesday, what a terrific week we've had yet again!  Lots of important and key learning about equity, inclusion, and diversity!  All topics near and dear to my heart.   My students are taking such an interest in the issues surrounding bullying, black history, and homelessness.  We are learning to apply compassion, understanding and ACCEPTANCE towards one another each and every day.   You will have noticed from time to time that your child comes home to share that he/she has either written or received a 'bucket filling' note for/from a peer.  I provide children with daily opportunities to express their appreciation towards each other.  'To love and be loved in return,' the ultimate gift! These messages of gratitude are designed for students to acknowledge and express their feelings for peers, teachers, friends, and family members.  Thank you boys and girls for taking the time and HEART to express your gratefu

Dear Families, Today was a snow day.  I hope your child was able to successfully access Google Classroom and work through the language and math tasks that I posted :)  The work relates to what we're doing in class and helps reinforce learned concepts.   At recess time, Evie's older sister Hannah and her friend Mia wrote a message on the wall for us all to admire.  So sweet!  Happy SNOWDAY girls!    We're already into the third week of February, wowie!  Wishing you all an enjoyable Family Day LONG Weekend!  I hope with having the  ‘extra’ day off on Monday you will have the opportunity to spend quality time with all your loved ones.   For me, I do my best to appreciate and value my time with those I care about like my Ma and brother (see below).   Growing up, I came from a small, but mighty family consisting of my older brother Anil and my Ma Shiva.  She is a single parent who raised us (bro & I) to be honest, hard working, and empathetic. I am who I am today because of