Senior School
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This week, the 5/6 students have been continuing their Guided Inquiry unit, "Australia's Story," by exploring how life in Australia has changed over time. As part of this learning, students have been writing a diary entry set in either the 1920s, 1950s or 1980s from the perspective of a child living in that era. Students researched what daily life was like during their chosen decade, including school, technology, entertainment and family life, before planning and drafting their diary entries. It has been exciting to see students use their historical knowledge to bring the past to life through their writing.
In Mathematics, 5/6 students have been exploring theoretical probability and experimental probability. They made predictions about the likelihood of different outcomes before conducting a range of chance experiments and collecting data. Students then compared their experimental results with the theoretical probability, discussing why outcomes may or may not match their predictions. Many students have also been finishing and submitting their Maths Challenge workbooks after weeks of dedicated problem-solving.
On Tuesday, the 5/6 teachers had their planning day, and on Wednesday, the 3/4 teachers had theirs. During these days, students enjoyed a full day of specialist classes, participating in a range of engaging activities across PE, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, LOTE and Science.
On Friday, students had lots of fun celebrating Crazy Hair Day where we raised money for Vision Australia. We also enjoyed a wonderful performance from the school band and several talented students who showcased their musical skills and entertained the school community.
Looking Ahead to Next Week
Next week is shaping up to be a busy and exciting final week of Term 2!
Tuesday 23 June – Families are warmly invited to attend our Guided Inquiry Showcase. at 2:45 pm to view the fantastic work students have been creating throughout the term.
Wednesday 24 June – Year 5/6 students will participate in a Menstrual Health and Pelvic Pain incursion.
Thursday 25 June – The whole school will celebrate Harmony Day. Students are encouraged to wear cultural clothing, the colours of their national flag, a splash of orange, or their school uniform.
A reminder that next week is also the final week of Term 2, and students will finish school at 2:30 pm on Friday.
Warm regards,
The Senior Team
Nick, Julia, Amanda, Gabby, Jonny, Miss Liu, Roz, Miss Teo, Ciara, Jess and Sam
Reminders:
- Compass permission for year 5/6: Menstrual Health and Pelvic Pain Education Session
- Compass permission for Year 5/6 CYC City Camp 2026
- Year 5/6 CYC City Camp 2026 student medical and dietary forms to be returned
Pupil of the Week
3/4N: Nathan K
For demonstrating persistence when working through the Maths Challenge!
3/4J: Melody F
For demonstrating team work and leadership skills when working with your Guided Inquiry group to complete your portfolio slides!
3/4A: Ash B
For demonstrating a love of learning when completing your work this week even with your injured arm.
3/4G: Deon M
For showing our school value of ‘Lifelong Learning’ in Writing. Keep up the amazing work!
3/4M:Will B
Demonstrating a fantastic effort and attempt at completing the Maths Challenge!
5/6R: Jerry Jiang
For demonstrating creativity and determination throughout the Maths Challenge by applying a range of problem-solving strategies.
5/6JS: Ruby L
for writing a creative and engaging diary entry from the perspective of a child in the 1980s. Your research helped bring the time period to life.
5/6C:
5/6T: Georgie I
For writing an authentic diary entry from the perspective of a child in the 1950s, demonstrating great knowledge of that time period.