Monday, April 28, 2014

Teachers Teaching Teachers

Friday, April 25th, early years teachers gathered at Sansome School to learn about different ways technology is being used to support learning in classrooms. 
Teachers had a chance to share and discuss how they are connecting their classrooms locally and globally, using technology to gather data for instruction and how different Apps allow for differentiated instruction & inclusion, and much, much more! 
In grade groups, teachers shared and created new ideas on ways that technology can help support great teaching and learning that is happening in our classrooms. 
As teachers, we know that when students start modelling and teaching their understanding to other students, the learning for each increases. This is also true for teachers. Sharing and collaborating with colleagues is a powerful way for teachers to create together, learn from one another and reflect on their teaching. 
We also had a chance to listen to Darren Kuropatwa's presentation on our 'Digital Footprint.' Darren shared with us some of the amazing ideas students are developing through technology and how we can use these examples to model appropriate use of technology. As teachers, we are preparing students to be citizens in a democratic society. Along the way, people make mistakes but as teachers we can use some of these moments to teach and improve understanding. This photo is from Darren's slide show. 
As we continue our iPad journey, there will be some hicups and teachable moments that allow us all to reflect and grow as learners, together. 


Buchanan teachers sharing ideas for the upcoming #mathphotoaday challenge beginning May 1st. Follow us on Instagram @buchananSJSD 


Teachers learning about the App Notability. This app allows teachers to collect information about student learning and can be used to share with students for their digital portfolios. 


Wednesday, January 22, 2014

We Love To Read!!!

At Buchanan School, we celebrate I Love To Read Month in January. Assistant Superintendent, Mr. Mutter, read to one of our gr. 1/2/3 Multiage classes. Thank you for visiting us today! 

We also had a visit from Assistant Superintendent, Mr. Lough, read another gr. 1/2/3 Multiage class a. Book about his favourite sport, hockey! 

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

January 17, 2014 was Hockey Day at Buchanan!

Students participated in a Skills Competition in the gym. 

They also traded hockey cards!

More pictures to come! We watched a super fun hockey game between the True North Foundation staff and the Buchanan staff! 


Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Santa Can Skate!

Santa is an athlete! He stopped by our hockey practice on Tuesday to skate with the kids! 

Monday, December 9, 2013

Warm-Up Winnipeg!

Buchanan's RAT team is collecting items like mittens, toques and scarves for homeless people in Winnipeg. 

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Winter Concert '80s & '90s Style!!

Get out your neon leg warmers, blue eye shadow and Richard Simmons shorts! It's time to celebrate like we're back in the '80s!! 

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Scholastic Book Fair

The Scholastic Book Fair will take place in Room 20 on November 28th (4:30-7:30) and November 29th (9-12) during conferences.

Friday, November 1, 2013

Farm To School Fundraier

Buchanan School Parent Council is participating in the Farm To School fundraiser. Information and order forms were sent home today. It's a great fundraiser!! 





Winnipeg Jets Hockey Academy

Recently, all of Buchanan School's WJHA student athletes went to watch the Winnipeg Jets at an open practice. It was so much fun!! Tonight, Buchanan's gr. 4/5 WJHA student athletes have their first after school activities, skate and team dinner. We hit the ice at 5:15pm. Hope to see you at the Iceplex! Students can be picked up from the school between 6-30 & 6:45pm. 









Happy Halloween!

Thank you DJ Spradbrow and Dr. Hoch for hosting our Halloween assembly! Hope all of our trick-or-treaters had a fun time! 

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

International Dot Day!

Ms. Cretton's class read the book, The Dot, by Peter H. Reynolds. It's a fabulous book! Then, the class went on a scavenger hunt around the school to find dots!! Look what dots they discovered using the iPad and iPhone! 

Monday, September 9, 2013

Winnipeg Jets Hockey Academy

Today our 50 student-athletes in the Winnipeg Jets Hockey Academy were suited up for their hockey equipment. Hats off to Coach Murray, Coach Corey, Birchwood Auto Group, WASAC and the True North Foundation for a job well done. We're ready to play hockey!! 

Sunday, September 8, 2013

First Full Week of School!

Here we go! Friday was a great day at Buchanan School! We're off and running. Welcome back staff, parents and students! 


Thursday, August 22, 2013

iPads In The Classroom



 
September is an exciting time at Buchanan School! Not only is it the beginning of a fresh new school year with new friends, sparkling school supplies and stories of summer adventures, it is also a when our school begins its journey with iPads. All St. James-Assiniboia Elementary Schools will be using iPads in the classroom to discover, learn and create various ways to share learning. iPads will be used to support student learning.  Students and teachers will be  working together to teach and learn about safe and responsible ways to use the Internet and social media.

Teachers can highlight learning through classroom blogs, Instagram, Twitter and the school has a YouTube channel,  https://www.youtube.com/user/BuchananSchool   to update announcements and to highlight learning that is happening in our school.  Our school has its monthly newsletter online http://buchanan.sjsd.net/ and we also use this blog,  to highlight events happening at our school. It’s an exciting time for parents, student and teachers to share what is happening during the day at Buchanan School.
This is an exciting adventure as students and teachers work together with the iPads; opening a new window to learning.  We encourage families to ask classroom teachers how students will be sharing their learning and to recommend any apps you use at home that you might find useful for the students of Buchanan School.  Please stop by the office or your child’s classroom if you have any questions.

Library Tables Are Ready To Go!

We're super excited at Buchanan School to be redesigning our school library! 


Friday, August 16, 2013

Welcome Back!!

Welcome back to Buchanan School! We are looking forward to an exciting year of learning and growing!  Please contact the school (204.888.0680) to book an appointment to meet the teacher on Wednesday, September 4th from 2pm-4pm and 4:45pm -7pm or Thursday, September 5th, from 9am-12pm and 1pm - 1:30pm.  Frrst day of classes is Friday, September 6, 2013.  See you soon!

Visit our website http://buchanan.sjsd.net/  for important calendar dates.
Visit us on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/user/BuchananSchool