Lowrico Adventures

This is Sophia writing and I go by the pronounce She/Her. I go to Stratfordhall school, and have started Grade Six 2 weeks ago. This is my first time being in a class in the MYP. I've been there on many occasions, but have not really gotten to know the building. I am getting to know its secrets fast, like the not so secret stair case from the gym to the first/second floor. On the first week of school, it was the Orientation week. My fellow classmates and I got to know the new routine of Grade six. Can you believe we aren't allowed to talk at lunch?! And we only have 1 recess! Though many things are different, grade six has been pretty awesome. On the Monday of my second week of school, we went to Camp Sasamat. I have gone there before in Grade 5, but the new students hadn't. It was fun to relive that special and fun experience. Also, by the way, the food there is delicious. At the end of the day at camp Sasamat, we play what they call a Wide Game. This game involves the who...

Wow!  Grade 6!  I can hardly believe Sophia is in middle school this year.  Her years in the primary program has just flown by.  She's been fortunate to have had wonderful teachers that she liked very much (Ms. Minichiello, Ms. Ottohal, Ms. Moriarty, Ms. Todd, Ms. Takeda) and who gave her such great support and encouragement each year.  Sophia started as a shy girl who was afraid to speak up but by Grade 5, she had come out of her shell, become more self-confident, and let her personality shine through. We've enjoyed watching her grow and support her as best we can.  My daily reminders to her are do your best, be kind, be you.  She makes us proud!

I win a gold star for taking Gabi and Sophia camping on my own (no Ed!) to Alice Lake.  We stayed two nights/three days and the girls were very helpful setting up camp, washing dishes after every meal, and packing up on our last day.  In between doing chores, they rode their bikes, played in the woods, and talked endlessly.  They have been friends since they were toddlers and have such a special bond.  On the second day, Gabi's mom and sister joined us for the day.  We went for a hike around Stump Lake and stopped by Cheekye river.  The girls took their bikes to the bike playground.  After dinner, Sophie even went for a dip in the lake. All in all a very fun trip.  I'm proud to know I can handle being the only adult in a camping trip!