The children had a writing workshop today. We started off discussing the the purpose of reflection writing. They are reflecting on they achieved during learning agreement time and communicating it to the teacher. They participated in a modelled writing experience of ‘Today I….’. Key points we discussed were the placement of the writing on the page, […]
The ‘Prep Neighbourhood posties’ received mail today. The envelope they were given is for your school photo order and payment. Photos will be taken from the 1st to the 4th of March. Envelopes are to be handed to your child’s home group teacher. Many thanks.
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As part of Internet Safety Week we have been discussing ways of being cyber-safe. Some of the issues discussed include maintaining privacy online and password safety. A very useful resource can be found at http://global2.vic.edu.au/tips-and-tricks/ The 5/6 Team
Numeracy This week students in the 5/6 neighbourhood signed up to numerical acumen. Numerical acumen is an excellent resource for developing numerical thinking strategies. There are a wide range of topics around addition, multiplication and fractions. We have all entered the Numerical Acumen Semester 1 Challenge, which will allow us to compete for (virtual) medals
The address of the new 5/6 student communication blog is http://phps56students.global2.vic.edu.au/ This blog will be used to post information to the students in the 5/6 neighbourhood. The 5/6 Team
Here is a clip of Red group singing Funga Alafia. They have now learnt actions to match the song! The lyrics are below if you want to practice at home. Funga alafia Ase ase (ashay ashay) Funga Alafia Ase ase With my mind I welcome you Ase ase With my mind I welcome you Ase
Good Afternoon! Some students will be coming home with an orange bag with books in it today. This is will function as their library bag for the rest of the year. Every THURSDAY they are encouraged to bring their orange bag and borrow 2 interest books. They are encouraged to choose anything that takes their
All students are reminded to bring a hat and sunscreen to the swimming sports tomorrow. A warm jacket is also suggested in case it gets cold. Good luck to all those competing and supporting! The 5/6 Team
Just a reminder – if students could please remember to place their lunch orders in the white tub at the beginning of the day. We seem to be having a few lunch orders being brought out at 11am and teachers making a mad dash to the milkbar to fill them! Thanks for your help
Borrowing at least one book per week (to be read to, read with or read independently daily) will promote your child’s development as a reader. On the first day that the text is borrowed, you can begin reading the text to your child. The next day, encourage your child to join in an read with