Week Three

Today was a great hockey day!

In the grade 2/3 boys change room, the boys are becoming so confident with getting dressed that they are helping one another get their equipment on and off. What great team work!

The grade 2/3's are buzzing with excitement as they can see how much they are improving each time!

The grade 4/5's are busy doing drills to improve their skating and working with sticks and pucks. I saw lots of tired hockey players today. They were working hard! Remember to fuel your hockey player with lots of long lasting energy (protein and whole grain carbohydrates), and encourage them to drink lots of water.

They grade 4/5's have been learning about eating healthy in health class. You can ask them about the four food groups and the amount of servings they need according to Canada's Food Guide.

Your family can explore Canada's Food Guide together using this link:
Canada's Food Guide

Week 2

Check out our pictures on our Instagram account! Hockey today was very exciting. In just one week, everyone can see development in their skills. From getting dressed more quickly, to finally being able to stand up on their skates, to finally getting a chance to play with the pucks!

When I asked one student if he had fun today, his response was "Yes, crazy fun"!

Next Monday will be the first after school session for our grade 4/5 WJHA students. Students will stay at school to participate in classroom work (to learn more about the game of hockey), floorball in the gym, and dinner.