Yesterday , Ben Schneiders, Isaac’s father, visited the 34 neighborhoods. You’ll be able to find his work in The Age, where he writes as an award winning investigative journalist. In preparation for Ben’s visit, students studied some of Ben’s writing, explored differences between open and closed questions, and designed questions to ask. The questions enquired […]
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Through our ongoing inquiry we are exploring the elements of persuasive writing and the way letters can be used to share an opinion on topics that are important to us. The students are writing to inform and persuade their readers on issues related to the environment, aboriginal culture, and education. The letters have been addressed
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Delayed post! Here is some of the learning from last week. We would like to draw particular attention to the Inquiry Wall development photo. We are sitting in the formation of the Socratic Circle. In this circle, the children help one another understand the ideas, issues, and values reflected in their learning through a group discussion.
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3/4 Neighbourhood 2 On Friday the 19th of May, we had our second Market Day as part of our earn and learn program in our learning neighbourhood. Students had a fantastic time buying and selling their products, services and game provocations. Thank you very much to all community members in supporting us in running a
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Please stop by in the 3/4 neighbourhoods and check out our new maths documentation walls. 3/4 Neighbourhood 1 wall is still under construction, however will be up by Wednesday 24th of May. These documentation walls reflect on our students mathematical journey from the first day of school this year to what we are currently investigating
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Just a reminder that there are curriculum days this Thursday 11th and Friday 12th of May. Students will return back to school on Monday 15th of May.
National Walk Safely to School Day on Friday 19th of May 2017 This is an annual event when all Primary School children will be encouraged to walk and commute safely to school. It is a Community Event seeking to promote Road Safety, Health, Public Transport and the Environment. We encourage you to take
Hopefully by now you will have received the information that outlines our upcoming country project. If not – have a dig in the bottom of your child’s school bag! Below is a copy of what was on the documentation……….. This week we introduced our ‘Country Projects’. We have asked the students to choose a country
Mother’s Day Stall Dear parents and students, This is a reminder that the Mother’s Day stall will be happening on Wednesday 10th May. Students will have the opportunity to purchase a gift on the day so they are reminded to bring some money. The 5/6 neighbourhood is also collecting donations for the Mother’s Day hamper.