Over the last few weeks, we have continued to build our understanding of stories and how stories are created. Our big ideas that we are investigating are ‘Films are developed with a big idea first’ and ‘Films have a message and purpose’. Through provocations and in workshops, students worked to identify the main themes that […]
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Book Week was a roaring success this year with so many of our outstanding students dressing up and looking amazing! A big thank you to all parents, students and teachers who put in a massive effort into their costumes, activities and enthusiasm for all things reading! This year we really focused on understanding characters and
The last Friday of August each year is Wear It Purple Day. And like other wonderfully purple things (Cadbury’s chocolate-bar wrappers, grape-flavoured Hubba Bubba and Prince circa 1984, to name a few), it’s pretty special. Wear It Purple Day is all about celebrating and supporting young LGBTQIA+ people, and challenging societal attitudes to help shape
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The junior school tabloid sports were such a huge success! The participation of the students was incredible; they demonstrated perseverance, determination, teamwork, sportsmanship, house spirit, and showed that they really are strong and capable children. The events were chicken slinging, captain’s coming, caterpillar team challenge, egg and spoon races, sack races, team island relays, extreme
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In the country I play with the Morning Starsing the earth’s songfly with the red desert dustride with the whispering wind My Country written by Ezekiel Kwaymullina’s A wonderful reminder for all children about the importance of connection with country. After reading In My Country, the students discussed where they go with their families in
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Books are a fantastic way to facilitate discussion about mental health and the complexity that comes with navigating big emotions. Here are a few of my top favourties which can support your child. Listening to My Body, By Gabi Garcia Big emotions can be overwhelming! Children need help to understand and express what they feel. Listening
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This term has kicked off with a strong start in years 3/4. We are currently in the final part of the ‘expand’ phase of our inquiry with children investigating two major lines of inquiry. All children have engaged in statistical analysis of the FIFA Women’s World Cup as well as learning about key players from
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A 6-week program supporting parents/carers to enhance your parenting skills and focus on building your relationship with your child. Emotionally Intelligent Parenting: Learn how to better understand and interact with your child. Tuning in to Kids™ teaches parents/caregivers how to help their child develop emotional intelligence – a key skill to help them better cope
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Interactive small-group program for parents/carers of teens & tweens. The Tuning in to Teens™ program is for parents/carers of students in Yr 5-8 who live in the City of Yarra. This 6-session, interactive, small-group program is a great opportunity to better understand and help your child as they navigate high school and adolescence. The program helps
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As we continue our inquiry into artifacts and the story these special objects tell, the children are developing their understanding that artifacts can come from all over the world and are often made to fit the environment they come from. This lead us to explore different parts of the world, both close and far, through
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