Bethany Community

Dear Families,

Please be advised that the St Peter's College transition session has been postponed. We are yet to be advised of the rescheduled date and will share this information with families as soon as it becomes available.

We will also be recognising Day for Daniel, with a focus on child safety and personal safety. Students will revisit important protective behaviours, including recognising early warning signs, identifying trusted adults and using the ‘No, Go, Tell’ strategy when they feel unsafe. These discussions aim to empower students with the knowledge and confidence to make safe choices and seek help when needed.

Congratulations to all who participated in the Premiers Reading Challenge!

Learning in Year 5:

Religious Education:

Next week, students will explore how plastic pollution impacts our environment and how this connects to the Catholic teaching of caring for God's creation. They will develop an understanding of the ‘cry of the Earth’ and reflect on how environmental damage affects both the natural world and the people who depend on it. Students will consider their responsibility as stewards of creation and identify practical ways they can care for the environment and contribute to a more sustainable future.

English:

Next week, Year 5 students will continue reading The Last Bear while consolidating their persuasive letter writing skills. They will focus on developing strong arguments supported by relevant reasons and evidence, using persuasive techniques such as emotive language, rhetorical questions and powerful word choices. Students will also refine their writing by ensuring their letters are well structured, cohesive and convincing.

Mathematics:

Next week, students will continue consolidating their understanding of fractions, decimals and percentages, focusing on converting between these different representations. They will explore the relationships between fractions, decimals and percentages and apply their knowledge to compare and order values on a number line. Students will also develop their reasoning and problem-solving skills by explaining their thinking and using efficient strategies to demonstrate their understanding.

Integrated Curriculum:

Next week in Integrated Studies, students will explore how Western classical composers use musical elements to communicate ideas, tell stories and create different moods without words. They will consolidate their understanding of beat and pitch by listening to and responding to musical compositions, identifying how these elements contribute to the mood and meaning of the music.

Social & Emotional Learning:

Next week, Year 5 students will explore child safety and body safety as part of Day for Daniel. They will revisit protective behaviours, including recognising early warning signs, understanding personal boundaries and identifying safe and unsafe situations. Students will discuss the importance of trusting their instincts, respecting their own and others’ boundaries, and seeking support from trusted adults. They will also reinforce the ‘No, Go, Tell’ strategy and their right to feel safe, respected and heard.

Auslan

Students will continue to consolidate their learning from Unit 6, focusing on using Auslan signs to communicate effectively with others. They will practise using handling depicting signs to represent actions and movements, as well as Size and Shape Specifier (SASS) depicting signs to describe the shapes and sizes of objects. Students will also deepen their understanding of Deaf culture by exploring the values and traditions of the Deaf community and recognising the importance of respectful communication.

Important Classroom Reminders:

•  Toys

  We kindly ask that students do not bring fidget toys to school unless their use is a planned adjustment in consultation with Allied Health Professionals. Students who bring fidget toys without an approved adjustment will be asked to place them in their school bag for the remainder of the day to take home. We appreciate your support in encouraging your child to leave fidget toys at home.

   

• Please ensure that you are labelling all your child's belongings.

   

• Year 7 Enrolment St Peter’s College 2028

  St Peter's College has advised that enrolments for 2028 are almost full, with only limited places remaining. If you have not yet submitted your child's enrolment application for St Peter's College for 2028, we encourage you to do so as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please note that enrolment at St Thomas the Apostle does not guarantee a place at St Peter's College.

   

  For further information or to submit an application, please contact St Peter's College:

  Phone: (03) 5990 7777

  Email: registrar@stpeters.vic.edu.au

Enjoy your weekend,

The Bethany Team

Contact Us @ Bethany

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