Congratulations LKS on achieving EcoSchools GOLD Certification!
Thank you to all the teachers, students and parents involved!
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Monday, May 30, 2011
Friday, April 15, 2011
Earth Week Schedule
EARTH WEEK – KICK OFF ASSEMBLY – Monday, April 18th, 9:00 am
Kindergarten
In the fall, the children had fun planting bulbs in our schoolyard. Now that it's spring, they will have a chance to plant some colourful flowers.The planting will take place later in May.
Grade 1: Books and Movies – Thursday, May 12thpm - LIBRARY
The children will gather and enjoy listening to stories about nature and the environment. They will also watch a couple of short films and learn how they can help our planet earth.
Grade 2: Endangered Species Presentation – Monday, May 16th pm - GYM STAGE SIDE
Anouk Bikkers, an artist and the co-founder of the Endangered Species Memory Game, will lead this presentation. Through the use of her educational game and artwork, the students will learn about endangered species and how their actions can make a difference.
Grade 3: Eco-Systems Jenga –Classrooms – During Earth Week
“Students are often taught that ecosystems are delicately balanced.” To give students a tangible model of an ecosystem and have them experience what could happen if a component of that ecosystem were removed, students will explore the concept of “delicately balanced” ecosystems by playing a modified version of the popular game Jenga. In this modified version the blocks represent one of four elements found in an ecosystem: air, water, animals & plants. During the workshop students will use the game to explore what happens to an ecosystem when key components are removed, learn how the Jenga model applies to a local ecosystem, and brainstorm what they can do to help protect fragile ecosystems. This game will be made available to all other classes for future use, I will provide an easy to follow lesson plan should you wish to use it. We have purchased several games so that small groups of 4-5 students can work together!
Grade 4 and 5: Bugs Without Borders – Tuesday, May 3rd am - GYM STAGE SIDE
During this one-hour presentation, the scientists will introduce the students to the amazing lifestyles of the insects, reptiles and amphibians of our world and the huge impact they have on the ecology of planet earth. There will be exotic live insects and other animals, preserved animals, a projector slide show with lots of great images. In the last 15 minutes, students will have an opportunity to get up close to the live insects.
GRADE 5/6: Food Share – Friday, Apr. 29th am - Room 125
Energy Detectives - Students become the detectives in this workshop, uncovering the hidden energy in the foods we eat, particularly apple cider. Students will learn about the harvesting, growing, processing, transporting, selling and cooking that goes on before the finished product is enjoyed.
Grade 6: Eco-Systems Jenga – Classrooms - During Earth Week
“Students are often taught that ecosystems are delicately balanced.” To give students a tangible model of an ecosystem and have them experience what could happen if a component of that ecosystem were removed, students will explore the concept of “delicately balanced” ecosystems by playing a modified version of the popular game Jenga. In this modified version the blocks represent one of four elements found in an ecosystem: air, water, animals & plants. During the workshop students will use the game to explore what happens to an ecosystem when key components are removed, learn how the Jenga model applies to a local ecosystem, and brainstorm what they can do to help protect fragile ecosystems. This game will be made available to all other classes for future use, I will provide an easy to follow lesson plan should you wish to use it. We have purchased several games so that small groups of 4-5 students can work together!
Grade 7 and 8: Guest Speaker and Film– Colin Carter, Fight for the Planet -Thursday, April 21st am - LUNCHROOM
It started out as a five minute short film assignment for a grade 9 independent studies unit at Northern Secondary School and ended up as a 70-minute documentary. Colin Carter's film, Fight for the Planet investigates both the science behind climate change, and technologies that will bring us into the new 'green' future. Colin Carter will be at LKS to introduce the film and talk about his experience.
ENERGY CONSERVATION
Classes will brainstorm together how to “Power Down” their own classrooms. How can they save energy and reduce their energy consumption (ex. Turning off all or some lights for a portion of the day, turning off monitors when not in use, unplugging electronics, making sure vents and heaters are clear of debris, closing the binds etc).
Monday, January 17, 2011
$500 Grant
LKS has recieved a $500 grant from Metro Ontario Inc. Foods Green Apple School Program.
The Green Apple School Program is an initiative outlined by Metro to encourage students to participate in the development of a healthier environment. Since the launch in 2009, the program has rallied thousands of students throughout Ontario to become more involved in making their school and community greener.
Please check out the link below to see how we are making our school greener with the $500 grant.
LKS's Green Idea
*A big thank you to Mrs. Johann Cooper and Mr. Lanis for their help in LKS receiving the $500 grant.
The Green Apple School Program is an initiative outlined by Metro to encourage students to participate in the development of a healthier environment. Since the launch in 2009, the program has rallied thousands of students throughout Ontario to become more involved in making their school and community greener.
Please check out the link below to see how we are making our school greener with the $500 grant.
LKS's Green Idea
*A big thank you to Mrs. Johann Cooper and Mr. Lanis for their help in LKS receiving the $500 grant.
Friday, November 5, 2010
Boomerang Lunch Program
Hey LKS,
Do you remember the Boomerang Lunch Program from last year??? Well, we are asking all of you to participate once again in this successful program to help reduce waste. Are you up for the challenge???
Here is a little reminder of the Boomerang Lunch Program.
“Boomerang” lunches are those that consist of absolutely 0% garbage! Yes, 0%!
Every piece of the student's lunch that is not consumed is to be returned home. This includes any leftover food, containers, recyclables, and even garbage.
The purpose of the “Boomerang Lunch Program” is to increase awareness in our students as to the amount of waste generated in one day’s lunch. Furthermore the program will encourage and enforce the use of reusable containers and eradicate disposable ones, thus helping to do our part in reducing the amount of garbage produced in our school.
What can I include in my “Boomerang” lunch?
☺Reusable lunch bag or box
☺Reusable containers for packing food (no foil, plastic wrap/plastic bags)
☺Reusable drink containers (thermos or reusable bottle)
☺Non-disposable cutlery and cloth napkin
Thank you and we appreciate your support,
Eco Warriors
2010/2011 Eco Warriors Have Arrived!!!
The Eco Warriors would like to invite everyone to join in on their first initiative of the year - Let the Sunlight In!
Starting on Monday, November 8th, students will be making an announcement after lunch (accompanied by some "sunny" music) reminding classes to turn off their lights for an hour and let the sunshine in. Students from the Eco Warriors group will then come around and help colour in some tracking charts (these charts will then be placed in our Eco Binder). Eventually, we hope that the Eco Warriors can encourage some of the younger students to learn to colour these charts in on their own. We hope that everyone can help us save electricity by letting some sunshine in!!
Also, a reminder to everyone of our Walking Wednesday program - Please encourage students to walk to school instead of using a car. Nov. 10th will be the first walking Wednesday and after this, it will be the first Wednesday of every month (Dec. 1, Jan.5, Feb.2, Mar.2, Apr.6, May 4, June 1).
Starting on Monday, November 8th, students will be making an announcement after lunch (accompanied by some "sunny" music) reminding classes to turn off their lights for an hour and let the sunshine in. Students from the Eco Warriors group will then come around and help colour in some tracking charts (these charts will then be placed in our Eco Binder). Eventually, we hope that the Eco Warriors can encourage some of the younger students to learn to colour these charts in on their own. We hope that everyone can help us save electricity by letting some sunshine in!!
Also, a reminder to everyone of our Walking Wednesday program - Please encourage students to walk to school instead of using a car. Nov. 10th will be the first walking Wednesday and after this, it will be the first Wednesday of every month (Dec. 1, Jan.5, Feb.2, Mar.2, Apr.6, May 4, June 1).
Friday, May 14, 2010
Spring Fest Goes Green....
We are happy to announce we will be selling our
"L.K.S." Reusable Stainless Water Bottles at SpringFest!
Stop by our table and pick one up for $10-
The proceeds go to our "Seeds of Hope" Club as they work towards their goal of Building A School in Africa! We applaud their efforts!
Thanks for your support!
Eco Warriors' & Seeds of Hope
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Reusable Stainless L.K.S. Water Bottles
L.K.S. Water Bottles Have Arrived!
Students who pre-ordered the reusable stainless water bottles will be able to pay & pick them up next week on Mon. May 10th and Tues. May 11th.
A table will be set up outside Mrs. Adair's Classroom from 8:30 - 8:45 in the morning & from 3:30 - 3:45 after school on both of these days.
We thank you for your contribution to the environment and to helping our "Seeds of Hope" group work towards their goal of building a school in Africa.
Ms. Perry & Mrs. Adair
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Springfest Auction Guide Goes Green
SPRINGFEST SILENT AUCTION BLOG NOW ONLINE!!
Dear LKS Parents,
Dear LKS Parents,
We are very excited to announce that the Springfest Silent Auction catalogue is now online.
An LKS first! This is a huge accomplishment as we strive to have a greener Springfest while still properly informing guests of items in the upcoming auction
There are currently more than 300 items listed in the Silent Auction Categories. These items will be available for bidding at Springfest, Saturday May 15th between 10 am and 1:15 pm. All of these items have been generously donated by businesses, parents, students and residents of our community. Each item has a number assigned to it which will coincide with the number on the bid sheet at the auction.
We will continue to update the blog as more items come in so please check back often. Please remember that 100% of the proceeds from this auction will go directly back to our school so please come out and bid generously!
We are so excited to see the many initiatives to GO GREEN this Springfest!
Gr. 8's host a photo exhibition with an environmental focus!
Yesterday the Grade 8's, and Mr. Blais's Grade 1 students put together a Photo Exhibition in the gym - the focus of their work was the Environment! If you had a chance to drop by - you know they did a wonderful job. I was really impressed with all of the work presented!
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Monday, April 26, 2010
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Friday, April 16, 2010
EArth Week Activities Set to Hit L.K.S. ~ Earth Week Apr. 19th - Apr. 23
EARTH WEEK ACTIVITIES @ L.K.S.
Cork & Battery Collection Continues in Main Office Until Friday April 23
- Walk, Bike, or Scooter to School
- Pack a Litterless Lunch
Monday April 19 (Day 3~Instrumental)
GREEN DAY: Wear Green to our Earth Week Kick Off Assembly 9:00 am
LET'S PLANT!: Kindergarten & Grade 1s will be planting in their classrooms throughout the week.
Tuesday April 20 (Day 4)
ENERGY CONSERVATION: How can you and your classmates save Energy today? Power Down your class for part of the day!
ECO-SYSTEMS JENGA: Grade 3s (Ross, Shklar)
Wednesday April 21 (Day 5~Instrumental)
WALKING WEDNESDAY! (Class Challenges)
ECO-SYSTEMS JENGA: Grade 4s (AM: Taylor, Gibson, PM: Littlejohn)
ENDANGERED SPECIES PRESENTATION
(Grade 2s: 2 PM Sessions in Gym - Stage side)
Thursday April 22 (Day 1) EARTH DAY
ENERGY CONSERVATION: How can you and your classmates save Energy today? Power Down your class for part of the day!
Bugs Without Borders Presentation (Grades 5-8)
ECO-SYSTEMS JENGA: Grade 3s (Zappi, Adair)
Friday April 23 (Day 2~Instrumental)
LKS YARD CLEAN UP: 9:00 - 9:30 am
YOUTH DAY AT GREEN LIVING SHOW ( Intermediate Eco Warriors)
Saturday April 24
HUMBER RIVER COMMUNITY CLEAN UP (9:00-11:00 am at Humber River South of Dundas--Bring your Own Bag, Gloves & Water--Snacks Provided
Monday, April 12, 2010
Eco Warriors Lunch Rehearsals - Tomorrow & Thursday
Dear Parents,
Tomorrow at lunch, the Primary Eco Warriors (and the Grade 1/2 classes) will have a rehearsal to practice the Earth Day song in Miss. Buksner's room. Please make sure you send your child to school with their lunch. We will also have a "dress rehearsal" on Thursday at lunch. Please have your child wear blue jeans and a green shirt to school on Thursday and for the assembly on Monday.
Thanks!
Miss. Buksner :)
Tomorrow at lunch, the Primary Eco Warriors (and the Grade 1/2 classes) will have a rehearsal to practice the Earth Day song in Miss. Buksner's room. Please make sure you send your child to school with their lunch. We will also have a "dress rehearsal" on Thursday at lunch. Please have your child wear blue jeans and a green shirt to school on Thursday and for the assembly on Monday.
Thanks!
Miss. Buksner :)
Friday, April 9, 2010
L.K.S. Gears Up For Earth Week!
Kick Off Assembly ~
Mon. Apr. 19th @ 9 a.m.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
WWF - Earth Hour 2010 Canada
Click here to visit WWF Canada, there is great information for you with regards to Earth Hour and other WWF initiatives!
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