Author Archives: Mrs. MacLeod

Literacy Week is coming!

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Mrs. MacLeod

Are you ready for Literacy Week?  We are getting ready at UHE!  The theme is “15 Minutes of Fun” and we have lots of activities planned for January 26-30. If you would like some ideas of what you can do … Continue reading →

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‘Tis the Season…

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Mrs. MacLeod

… for reading by the fireplace!  This is my very favourite time of year, and although it gets busy with concerts and parties and baking and shopping, I always try to find some quiet time each day to curl up with … Continue reading →

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Reading is Sweet – UHE Reads 200

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Mrs. MacLeod

After a late start to our school year, we are ready to start our home reading program! Since we are a bit tighter on time, the goal this year is to read for 200 nights.  Primary students should read or be … Continue reading →

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Getting back into the swing of things

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Mrs. MacLeod

This year has definitely not been a normal start, so it is nice to feel like things are getting back to normal.  I love my routine, and I think the students do too!  I am very excited to be the … Continue reading →

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LID Today: Musical Instruments

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Mrs. MacLeod

Today LID in the Library featured MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS! It was a fun time to explore the connections between musical instruments and other LID topics.  For instance, students made connections between muscial instruments, wood, glass and even storms!    Students had … Continue reading →

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University Highland Scholastic Book Fair Was a Huge Success!

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Mrs. MacLeod

Thank you to all the parents, teachers and students who supported our recent ScholaStic Book Fair!   Our school raised a total of $1,972.25, giving our library a profit of $493.00 in free books!  I would like to thank all of the … Continue reading →

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Scholastic Book Fair Coming to University Highlands!

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Mrs. MacLeod

Our spring Scholastic Book Fair will be held April 3rd and 4th.   The hours of the fair will be: April 3rd – between 12:00-1:00 and 3:00-5:00 April 4th – 12:00-1:00 and 3:00-7:00 We are looking for parent volunteers to assist … Continue reading →

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INTERMEDIATE GRAFFITI WALL POSTS

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Mrs. MacLeod

Intermediate Students: post your graffiti wall posts here!  Tell us the following: 1. The Title of the Book and Author 2. What the book is about (3-4 sentences) Why you recommend this book to others (3-4 sentences) 3. What you … Continue reading →

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Website to check out

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mrs. MacLeod

Check out the website, “The Top 100 Childrens’ Books of All Time“.  These books are sure to entertain and to help develop of love of reading in your child.  Some are also sure to summon up memories of your own childhood.   My … Continue reading →

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LITERACY WEEK 2013

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Mrs. MacLeod

Announcing:  Literacy Week – January 21st-25th at University Highlands!!   LEAP INTO LEARNING! During literacy week 2013, there will be a host of exciting events to recognize and celebrate literacy in our school community.    To plan for this week, here … Continue reading →

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