Literacy This week in literacy the focus has been letter writing. The students discussed the purpose of letters and explored the features. They then considered how voice can be included to make a letter more effective. This will support the taking action stage of the inquiry process. The 5/6 Team
The Prep Neighbourhood was visited by some 3/4 students who were keen to find out how the Preps set up the Postal Service. The students approached us, keen to find out information so that they can prepare for the running of a restaurant, as part of their own inquiry.
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Remember Postman Pat? Postman Pat and his black and white cat? Last week’s visit from Chris the Postman, has opened up an opportunity for story writing. We viewed a clip of Postman Pat as a provocation, to get them thinking about the adventures that Chris might have during his day at work. The stories have been very
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https://blogs.phps.vic.edu.au/2016/09/01/prep-postal-service-book/ Check this out! The Year 1 Neighbourhood wrote a story about our postal service. We are very proud of what the Preps have achieved and how our Prep Postal Service is connecting the school community.
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In the year one neighbourhood, we have been participating in the Prep Postal Service! (read about it over at the Prep’s blog!) Every day students have been writing letters and excitedly putting them in the post box and waiting for the Prep postal workers to collect and deliver! We have created a book that explains
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Hello everyone, We are getting very excited for the excursion to the Melbourne Museum on Monday! We have some parent volunteers to come and help out with supervision on the day for whom we are truly grateful. However we are still in need of two to three more helpers for the day! If you
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Hello all, The school’s annual Father’s day stall is on tomorrow. The year two’s will be visiting the stall between 9:30 and 10:00. There will be another chance to visit the stall at the beginning of lunch time (11:00) Please ensure you provide reasonable resources for your child to enjoy the stall and grab something lovely
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Just a reminder that Fathers Day stall is in tomorrow morning. The hardworking parents on the Fathers Day stall committee have some great things for the kids to purchase. The year 1’s will be visiting the stall at 9:10 tomorrow. Thanks!
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Fathers / Special Carer’s Day stall is on this FRIDAY! If you would like your child to participate, make sure you remember to pack some spending money and a carry bag for presents.
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Congratulations to Alexandra for receiving the ‘Most improved player’ award for Chess Club.
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