Specialist Classes
Curriculum Overview Term 4
Specialist Area | Statement |
Auslan
(Michelle Rees) | In Term 4, students will continue to develop their understanding of HOLM (handshapes, orientation, location and movement) and NMF (non-manual features). As we revise old signs and learn new ones, we will compare their similarities and differences to help develop our understanding of these five language parameters. Topics that will be covered over the term include items around the home, sea animals, days of the week, fingerspelling and Christmas. Students will learn to sign the Ode of Remembrance, which they will sign with the whole school at our Remembrance Day Assembly on November 11th. As we get closer to Christmas we will learn how to sign Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer to perform at the Billanook Carols. Throughout the term we will celebrate our school values of Respect, Kindness, Grit and Aspiration, as we celebrate our own achievements as well as those of our peers. |
Performing Arts
(Peter Humphreys) | During the first four weeks of Term Four, Foundation students will be preparing their performances for the Junior School Concert. Following this, they will explore music from various cultures and historical periods, including the National Anthem and festive songs, such as those for Christmas. They will also delve into music for different styles of dance, including those that help dramatise stories through movement and expression. Throughout this journey, students will develop their listening skills, sing, dance, and play both tuned and untuned percussion instruments. |
Visual Arts
(Amanda West) | Students will explore the technique of frottage, using texture rubbings to create an artwork. By experimenting with different surfaces, such as leaves, bark, bricks and rubbing plates, students will develop an understanding of real and implied texture in visual art. This will lead into designing and creating their own collagraph printing plate. They will explore various printing techniques, using frottage, foil, markers, and paint to produce different results. Later in the term, students will shift focus to 3D construction techniques. They will use their understanding of texture, shape, and form to design and create Christmas ornaments and other small artworks. Students will have regular opportunities to share their artworks, as well as discuss and appreciate the art of their peers. |
Physical Education (P.E)
(Chris Steele) | In Term 4, students will continue to focus on developing movement patterns used in a variety of physical activities. Participation will include minor games and activities to develop fundamental motor skills. In particular, skipping with and without a rope, with the addition of long ropes. Catching, throwing, hitting, running and jumping will continue being developed. Students will also concentrate on skills specific to simple throwing and catching games such as Captain Ball. The development of sportsmanship will continue to be a main focus throughout the term. |