Specialist Innovation
Sport Soccer Innovation
Year 5 and 6
The Soccer Sports Innovation Program in Term 2 will provide Year 5 and 6 students with an exciting opportunity to develop their skills and understanding of the game. Throughout the term, students will take part in a variety of drills, challenges, and match scenarios designed to enhance their dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and goalkeeping abilities. They will also explore key tactical concepts, including positioning, movement off the ball, and effective team formations. A strong focus will be placed on teamwork and sportsmanship, with students encouraged to communicate clearly, support their teammates, and show respect for all players. Beyond technical skills, they will refine their decision-making under pressure and develop a strategic mindset to apply in competitive play. By the end of the term, students will have expanded their skill set, gained experience in different roles, and improved their confidence on the field. The program will also help build fitness, agility, and a deeper appreciation for the game. We are excited for a fun and active innovation program, where students can embrace new challenges, work collaboratively, and enjoy the spirit of soccer.
LOTE
Year 3 and Year 4:
This term, the Year Three and Year Four students in the Chinese Innovation class will embark on an exciting journey into the world of Chinese folk stories and shadow puppetry. Through engaging storytelling, they will explore traditional tales such as Nüwa Patching the Sky, Hou Yi Shooting the Sun, and the legendary 12 Zodiac Animals. Students will work collaboratively to design and create their own shadow puppets, learning about the cultural significance of this ancient art form. These hands-on activities will foster creativity and teamwork, allowing students to present their stories and celebrate Chinese folk traditions in a fun and imaginative way.
Year 5 and Year 6:
The Year Five and Year Six students in the Chinese Innovation class will dive deeper into the rich tradition of Chinese folk stories and the art of shadow puppetry. Through focused storytelling sessions, they will investigate the cultural and historical context behind famous tales like Nüwa Patching the Sky, Hou Yi Shooting the Sun, and the 12 Zodiac Animals. Students will research the origins and symbolism of shadow puppetry, and work collaboratively to design, construct, and perform their own puppet shows. These learning experiences will allow students to refine their performance and presentation skills while gaining a deeper appreciation for the storytelling heritage of Chinese culture.
Music
Year level: 3 and 4
In Term Two, Year Three and Four students will be beginning a unit on Ukulele. They will start by learning about the different parts of the Ukulele including the string names. Students will then move on to learning how to play the Ukulele using the correct technique ensuring they are holding the Ukulele correctly and towards the end of the term using a strumming pattern. They will learn songs using open strings before moving onto placing fingers down on each string. Students will then transfer their knowledge of finger playing to learn simple chords such as C major and F major. They will then add a strumming pattern to these chords and learn to play along with songs such as ‘Iko Iko’ by Justin Wellington.
Art
Year 5
This term in Innovation, Year 5 students will be developing their drawing skills through a new project focused on technique and cultural exploration. They will learn and practise a range of drawing techniques including blending, hatching, and cross-hatching to create texture, depth, and tone. Students will also build their understanding of tonal variation by working with highlights, mid-tones, and shadows. After exploring these techniques through focused exercises, they will apply their skills to a final artwork inspired by the theme Then vs Now. This theme invites students to investigate and interpret how life has changed across different cultures, places, and time periods. The project encourages observation, creative thinking, and expression as students create artworks that reflect their own interpretations and ideas.
Year 6
This term in Visual Arts, students will be building on their existing watercolour skills through an exciting new project. They will explore a range of techniques including flat wash, graded wash, dry brush, dabbing, and layering to create depth, texture, and mood in their paintings. Students will begin by practising these techniques individually and through still life studies, before applying them to a final artwork of their choice. Throughout the unit, students will also develop their understanding of colour blending, tone, and composition. This project encourages creativity, technical skill, and reflection as students express themselves through the beautiful and versatile medium of watercolour.
