Maths Masters

 In Maths we have been learning about counting collections of money and change. In Maths rotations, the students enjoyed working in the “Room 14 Restaurant,” helping prepare a meal for King Ted. They had to look at the menu and select items within his budget, calculate the cost and write him a receipt and, of course, demonstrate excellent customer service. It is important for children to have real life experiences with Maths (eg. money and time), both at school and at home.

We are also focusing on mastering out times tables this semester. We have begun our Kung Fu Multiplication Challenge.  We began with the super easy White Belt (1 X table). In order to gain their next belt, students must complete an oral test with the tables in and out of order, demonstrating rapid recall. Then, each Friday, they complete a written test, which must be completed in under 5 minutes. Once students have passed both components, they move up to the next belt. Congratulations to Parker on being the first student to achieve his Yellow Belt.