End of Quarter Package and Portfolio Information

The end of the first quarter/term is just around the corner. If you haven't started already, then NOW is the time to start organizing the samples that you plan to include in your child's end of quarter package/portfolio.

I encourage you to use this time of the school year to sit down with your child and go through the work that has been completed over the past couple of months. Talk about what has been accomplished well, goals for the next quarter/term, favourite projects or activities, etc. Use this time as a learning experience for your child.

***(This next section is just for those families on the Individualized program [DLI]. Those families on the Standard program [DLS] should scroll down to "What to Include in an End of Quarter Package")

For those families on the DLI - Individualized program, the parent and child can work together in choosing what to include in his/her portfolio. Some ideas for presenting your portfolio include: using folders for various subject areas, using a binder divided into subject areas, using an electronic web album (like Picasa), or simply placing everything into a big envelope.


What to Include in an Individualized Portfolio:

4 Language Arts samples
*** Please include a VARIETY of samples some of which may include: a journal entry, a personal letter, poetry or story writing, tests or quizzes related to spelling or grammar, a reading log, a recording of reading aloud or of a recitation, a list, a chart or a diagram, etc.
*** Please note: Grade 2 and 3 students should not include their hard covered journal that was sent to them at the beginning of the school year. This journal will be requested at the end of the 3rd term.

4 Math samples
i.e. chapter or unit tests, speed drills, photos of hands-on math activities, a photocopy of the rules of a favourite math game, etc.

3-4 Science samples
i.e. chapter or units tests, an experiment log, an observation or nature journal, diagrams or charts, a photo of student doing an experiment or on a field trip, a list of books related to Science, etc.

3-4 Social Studies samples
i.e. chapter or unit tests, a field trip journal (may include photos), a list of fiction and/or non-fiction books related to Social Studies topics, map work, a mini report/presentation (written, pictorial, or oral), an audio or video recording presenting Social Studies information, etc.

PE - Please include the PE Log for the 1st Term. Also complete the PE Monthly Challenge Form on the backside of the PE Log.

Fine Arts - 3 Visual Art activities (optional for students who are taking music or dance lessons)

1-2 Health and Career samples
i.e. Fire Safety activities (for those students using my mini-unit), devotional material, goal setting chart or sheet, list of activities completed relating to health and career topics (i.e. nutrition, healthy living, friendships, responsibilities in the home)

Work Habits Form - This form is a parent assessment of your child's work habits. As well, there are areas for scripture memory information and the contact information for your child's music or dance instructor.

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What to Include in an End of Quarter Package for Grades 1-3: (for Standard DLS families only)

* All completed pace tests

* All completed supplement assignments - The Quarter 1 supplement assignments include:
All About Me
Reading Response
Math Supplement Activities
Science Supplement Activities
Social Studies Supplement Activities
Fire Safety Activity

* Reading Log

* PE Log - Please complete the PE Monthly Challenge Form on the backside of the PE Log.

* Work Habits Form - This form is a parent assessment of your child's work habits. As well there are areas to include scripture memory information and the contact information for your child's music or dance instructor.

* 3 Visual Art samples (for those using Visual Arts as their Fine Arts focus)

***Please note: Grade 2 and 3 students should not include their hard covered journal that was sent to them at the beginning of the year. This journal will be requested at the end of the 4th quarter.

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What to Include in an End of Quarter Package for Kindergarten: (for Standard DLS families only)

* The last completed pace in all subject areas (Word Building, English, Math, Science and Social Studies)

* All completed supplement assignments - The Quarter 1 supplement assignments include:
All About Me
Student Assessment for Quarter 1
Printing Practice worksheets (optional)
Fire Safety Activity

* PE Log - Please complete the PE Monthly Challenge Form on the backside of the PE Log.

* Work Habits Form - This form is a parent assessment of your child's work habits. As well there are areas to include scripture memory information and the contact information for your child's music or dance instructor.