Junior School
Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men.
Colossians 3:23
The staff at King’s College go about their work, as if for the Lord. They serve the school community by way of honouring Him. Alissa Griffin, Year 2 teacher, exemplifies this in her work and studies. Last week, Alissa travelled to Melbourne to receive a ‘PETAA Award for Excellence in recognition of outstanding ability in academic studies and teaching practice’. We are so incredibly proud of her and are so grateful that she is teaching here at King’s College.
Alex Burgess
Head of Junior School
Prep
The Preps have been enjoying using pattern blocks to learn about and make patterns this week. They worked with a partner to make a pattern before the timer went off! They are so clever!
Eden Romero
Prep Teacher
Year 1
A highlight to conclude our Science Unit on Living and Non-Living things was spending time in the playground searching for mini creatures and creating habitats for various animals and mini beasts. Our Year 1 students set a great example of teamwork, with much laughter and fun had by everyone. We also enjoyed celebrating Mother’s Day and thanking God for the many ways our mums love up and help us.
"Children, if you want to be wise, listen to your parents and do what they tell you, and the Lord will help you.”
Ephesians 6:1-3
Here are some of our Year 1’s thoughts about their Mum:
Luke - My mum is caring and is good because she does everything.
Chloe - My mum is the best mum because she gives me cuddles.
Isla - My mum is as special as me.
Oliver - My mum is as special as jewellery.
Sylvanas - My mum is as special as my teddy.
Ruhaan - My mum is as special as a star.
Jeremy - My mum likes gardening, making blankets and going to Scotland.
Alena - My mum is as special as flowers. She sometimes smells like perfume.
Cassius - My mum is the best!
Ethan - My mum is the best because she gives me lots of cuddles.
Georgia - My mum is as special as jewellery.
Hannah - My mum always hugs me when I get home.
Caprice - My mum smells likes perfume and she makes the best food.
Julian - My mum is the best because she has a baby.
Hunter - My mum gives me lots of hugs.
Caleb - I love my mum very much.
Cayden - My mum is special because she is nice.
Darcy - My mum spoils me. She gives me ice-cream and we get to go to the Hot Springs.
Dotty - My mum is as beautiful as a butterfly.
Jack - My mum makes yummy food and I love her.
Kerry Snook
Year 1 Teacher
Year 3
Integrated studies provides students oportunites to consider our world, our country, our state and our local region of Warrnambool. During Library time, students enjoy selecting favourite books, quiet reading, as well as teaching and learning to play Chess.
Christine Burford
Year 3 Teacher
Year 4
Year 4 have been learning to research and create presentations which they presented to their peers on Zimbabwe. We welcomed Munenyasha to our class last term who has moved from Zimbabwe. Students presented information on the history, clothing, hobbies and traditions of Zimbabwean people.
Christie Stephen
Junior School Teacher
Year 5
Whether it is playing kickball, acting out a scene that represents democracy, creating zip lines out of everyday materials or getting excited over books in the library, Year 5 excels at enthusiasm, creativity and teamwork. Well done Team 5 - you are a delight to teach and make King's College proud!
Year 5 also conducted a House of Representatives mock debate for the “No Homework Bill”. Students wrote persuasive speeches and elected to represent either the government, opposition or independent parties. Fantastic participation by all.
Tricia Iles
Year 5 Teacher
Junior School LOTE
In Junior School Chinese LOTE classes, we have been learning about Family this term. The students have been learning how to say and write the different members of the family. They loved using different ways to practice the characters.
Anna Chen
Junior School LOTE Teacher
Sustainability News
Last week, the Year 4's went out in the beautiful sunshine to pick up litter from the school grounds. This started a discussion on how we can minimise waste and litter as a whole school.
Ally Robinson
Teacher