Independence Centre

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Selamat siang,

Welcome to Term 4 in the Independence Centre. We have jumped straight back in to learning this week and the students have done a wonderful job! In English we have begun reading "The Last Bear" by Hannah Gold. It follows the journey of a young girl "April" who goes with her dad to a tiny island in the Arctic Circle to study weather patterns. 

In Mathematics, we have been reviewing the four operations (addition, subtraction, division and multiplication) but with an added level of difficulty--using decimal numbers. Students have done a great job transferring their knowledge to new areas. 

In Guided Inquiry, students have explored how every person has different needs. They have briefly explored different viewpoints such as limited sight and hearing, sensory sensitivity and mobility. We then looked at how Universal Design can ensure that products, services and places are accessible to all people and the different ways this can be implemented. 

Next week, CAMP! We are so excited. Packing lists have been sent home (via google classroom) as well as medication forms. We are so excited and can't wait to head to Portsea next week. 

Stay warm and have a wonderful week ahead, 

Kathy, Ros, Julia, Mandy, Suzie and Emily

Reminders

• Packing lists have gone home - please make sure your child has named EVERYTHING they are bringing along as you start to pack. 
• Our school library is open! Please ensure that students borrowing a book bring their library bag (any bag that is not a school bag- to store books)

Pupil of the Week

3/4R - Kiara S

For showing curiosity and a love of learning while creating a detailed character map of the main character in The Last Bear by Hannah Gold.

3/4W - Gemma C

For being a kind and curious peer, you have quickly become a valued member of our classroom community.

3/4J - Billie L

For showing a love of learning and challenging yourself to work our different addition and subtraction problems with decimals.

3/4A - Amelie T 

For working hard on maths and using different strategies to help you solve complex problems. 

3/4SE -  Vidya C 

For showing altruism in class by looking out for those around her. We are very impressed with your empathy and compassion. Well done!