Junior School Newsletter: Term 4, Weeks 6 & 7

Junior School Newsletter: Term 4, Weeks 6 & 7

CONNECT WITH THE JUNIOR SCHOOL

It's hard to believe it's nearly December and only four weeks of school left until the end of the year. We are very proud of the student's achievements and we look forward to watching their learning journey in the future. 

We were very excited to have the 2018 Preps join us for some fun games and a sausage sizzle on Wednesday. The grade 5s did an outstanding job of leading the morning. The current Preps also joined in and felt like the big kids!

Our Transition 'Up Days' for 2018 have commenced for all Levels. All students came back very excited on Monday after experiencing their new Levels.

Students are very excited to be participating in the STOMP Dance Program in preparation for our Christmas Carols night. It's delightful to watch their enthusiasm as they learn a new dance sequence each week.

Not long until our end of year celebration excursion! Further details and payment required will be sent out shortly. We look forward to sharing this fun session with all our students.

IMPORTANT DATES & NOTICES

23rd, 30th, 7th, 14th November - STOMP every Thursday

28th November - Curriculum Day

1st December - A-Thon 
4th December - UP Day
8th December - House sports
15th December  - Carols night
20th December - Excursion to Kid Space
22nd December - Last day of term 1:30 finish

Please return the Essential Education and Voluntary Payments 2018 forms as soon as possible, thank you.  

IN THE JUNIOR SCHOOL WE ARE LEARNING TO: (WALT)...

READING – WEEK 6

F:  I can identify some important parts of the story e.g.main characters and  setting

1: I can identify some important parts of the story including characters and  setting 

2: I can identify some important parts of the story including characters,setting, the problem and the solution

READING – WEEK 7

F:  I can identify words in books and songs

1: I actively listen, contribute ideas and pose questions when discussing texts

2: I listen for specific purposes and information to discuss and extend my ideas

WRITING - WEEK 6

F: I can write a letter using familiar words 

1: I can write a letter using correct structure

2: I can write a letter organising my ideas in the correct structure

WRITING - WEEK 7:

F: I can use known words in my writing

1: I can write interesting stories. 

2: I can work out the beginning, middle and end of a story

MATHS – WEEK 6:

F: I can understand how money is used in everyday situations

1: I can recognise, describe and order Australian coins

2: I can count and order a small collection of Australian coins

3: I can represent money values in multiple ways and count change for simple        transactions

MATHS – WEEK 7:

F: I can understand how money is used in everyday situations

1: I can recognise, describe and order Australian coins

2: I can count and order a small collection of Australian coins

3: I can represent money values in multiple ways and count change for simple        transactions

INQUIRY - YUMMY IN MY TUMMY:

Week 6: exploring how plants and animals are grown for food, clothing and shelter (VCDSTC015)

Week 5: identifying and categorising a wide range of foods (VCDSTC016)

WELLBEING:– WEEK 6:

Foundation:

• Students describe characterisitics of good behaviour

• Students identify ways in which individual strengths are use in play

Grade 1 and 2:
Students recognise partnership skills used in a collaborative task. 
Students describe where these social skills are needed in the playground and classroom. 

WELLBEING:– WEEK 7:

Foundation:

• Students recognise the kinds of characteristics that may trigger emotions

• Students identify partnership skills that are needed in the playground

Grade 1 and 2:

• Students practise listening and self-regulation skills

• Students identify listening as an important skill for learning

      

ICT:

F:  I can use a keyboard/touchpad to create a simple sentence using key words. I can use the keyboard i.e.use the delete, return, capslock button and space bar.

1/2: I can type in a specific web address to view information. I can use the delete, return, caps lock button and spacebar.

SPELLING - WEEK 6

F: wh as in wheel

1: all as in ball

2: ll as in bell hill

SPELLING - WEEK 7

F: oo as in book

1: ss as in grass

2: i-e as in white

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK

All parents/guardians, visitors & volunteers to the school MUST sign in & out of the school and display their WWCC in a lanyard, which is available at the school office. The Department of Education requires any person involved in an activity where children may be present to have a current WWCC or have supplied proof that they have applied for a WWCC with the Department of Justice. All schools are required to comply with the Working with Children Act 2005. Volunteers are expected to carry the WWCC card with them at all times when working or volunteering at the school or during school related activities. There is no fee for this check. Apply now by visiting: www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au  The Junior School encourage and appreciate parent helpers. Please see your child's teacher if you are able to assist.