Galilee Community

Dear Families,

What a lovely week we have had in Foundation! The students have been busy learning, playing and working together. It has been wonderful to see everyone trying their best and continuing to grow in confidence. Thank you for your ongoing support, and we hope you all have a lovely weekend!

Please note: 

On Friday the 20th of November, students will be going on an excursion to Myuna Farm.

Please see the social story below for more information.

As we get ready for the beginning of our Foundation Swimming Program, commencing in Week 6, we encourage families to practise having children dress and undress independently at home. This will help them feel confident and prepared for their swimming sessions, as teachers will not be able to assist students with getting changed before or after swimming. 

Learning for the term ahead

Religious Education:

Next week in Religious Education, students will learn about who Jesus was and the important mission he had during his life. We will explore how Jesus showed God's love through helping others, teaching kindness and caring for those in need. Students will discuss how they can follow Jesus’ example through their own words and actions.

English:

Next week, students will continue exploring the book Magic Beach by Alison Lester. This beautiful story takes us on a seaside adventure full of imagination, fun and excitement. Students will discuss the characters, setting and events in the story, while exploring how our imaginations can turn everyday experiences into magical adventures!

If you would like read the book with your child, please follow the link below.

Mathematics:

Next week in Mathematics, students will continue learning about two-digit numbers. They will practise identifying tens and ones, reading and writing two-digit numbers, and matching numbers to their written names. Students will also explore different ways to make and show two-digit numbers to build their understanding of place value.

Inquiry: The Arts

Next week in Inquiry, students will explore photography and learn how photographers make choices about what to include in their photos. They will practise taking close-up and wide photos, noticing how each photo can show something different. Students will also have the opportunity to share their favourite photo and explain why they like it.

Social Emotional Learning (SEL):

Next week in SEL, we will be learning about Day for Daniel and the importance of personal safety. Students will explore ways to stay safe, recognise when something makes them feel unsafe or uncomfortable, and understand the importance of speaking to a trusted adult. We will also discuss how to make safe choices and ask for help when needed.

Auslan:

Next week in Auslan, students will be revising the signs they have learnt so far this term. Students will demonstrate that they can sign a farm animal.

What you can do at home

Reading together at home is one of the best ways to support your child’s learning. Enjoy our focus book together by reading it at home or listening to a read-aloud online (many are available on YouTube).

While reading, you could:

• Talk about the main events and important messages in the story.
• Encourage your child to retell the story in their own words.
• Discuss the characters, setting and what happens throughout the story.
• Look for words that begin with our focus sound/s.
• Encourage your child to think deeply about the story by asking questions such as:
  • Who? What? When? Where? Why? and How?
  • I wonder why...
  • What makes you think that?
  • Can you show me where it says...?
  • What do you think will happen next?
  • That didn't make sense to me. Let's read it again.

✏️ Supporting Learning at Home

You can also support your child's learning through everyday activities and routines. Some simple ideas include:

• Practise correct letter formation and handwriting.
• Bring our Mathematics learning into everyday life by looking for opportunities to talk about maths during your daily routines.
• Count everyday objects, such as toys, fruit, stairs or cars.
• Look for numbers on houses, letterboxes, clocks and number plates.
• Talk about shapes you notice around your home or neighbourhood.
• Compare quantities, for example, "Who has more grapes?" or "Which pile has fewer?"
• Use maths language such as more, less, bigger, smaller, before, after, next to, behind and between.
• Get your child involved in cooking by asking them to count, measure or estimate ingredients.
• Play simple board games or card games that involve counting, matching or recognising numbers.
• Practise number stories using everyday objects. For example, "There were 8 strawberries. We ate 3. How many are left?"
• Ask questions while shopping, such as "Can you find 5 apples?" or "Which item costs more?"
• Notice patterns on clothing, wrapping paper, tiles or fences and encourage your child to continue or create the pattern.

Important Classroom Reminders:

• Fidget 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.

• Spare clothes/change of clothes

  Please pack spare clothes with a pair of socks and underwear to be placed in the front zip pocket of your child's school bag in case of a toileting accident or when they get muddy during recess and play time. 

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

Important Dates to Remember:

• Fri 30th October- World Teacher's Day - Add a note of thanks here
• Monday 2nd November - School Closure Day
• Tuesday 3rd November - Melbourne Cup Public Holiday
• Monday 9th - Thursday 19th November - Foundation Swimming Program
• Friday 20th November - Excursion to Myuna Farm
• Monday 30th November - Athletics Day at Casey Fields
• Tuesday 1st December - School Christmas Carols
• Friday 11th December - Last day of formal classes

Enjoy your weekend,

The Galilee Team

Contact us @ Galilee

galilee@cranbourneeast.catholic.edu.au  (all teachers) or