From the Year 6 Classroom

Dear Parents and Families,

We’ve had a wonderful start to Term 2, and Year 6 is already buzzing with learning and engagement across all areas of the curriculum!

Literacy

In Reading, we’ve begun exploring Us Mob Walawurru – a compelling novel that offers insight into Indigenous culture and perspectives. The students are already deeply engaged with the story and characters. In Writing, we’ve been focusing on factual recounts, with a special emphasis on the 1967 Referendum. This important moment in Australian history has sparked thoughtful discussion and curiosity among our students.

Numeracy

We are deepening our understanding of fractions – exploring equivalence, comparing and ordering fractions, and applying them to problem-solving situations. Students are working hard and showing great persistence with these important concepts.

Religious Education

Our focus in RE is Pentecost. We are exploring the significance of this event for the early Church and how the Holy Spirit continues to guide and inspire us today.

Inquiry – A Diverse and Connected World

In Inquiry, we’ve started our new unit exploring how people and places around the world are interconnected. We are looking at how culture, trade, and communication shape the way we live and relate to others across the globe.

Looking Ahead

Here are some important dates to mark in your calendar:

Thursday 8th May: Trials commence for Winter Sports- Football, Netball (9th) Soccer Week 4
Friday 9th May: Mother’s Day Celebration
Friday 9th May: Walk to school
Sunday 26th May: National Sorry Day
Monday 27th May: College Market Day
Wednesday 29th May: Cross Country
Friday 30th May: Reconciliation Mass in Benalla for the Courage Team

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to a term filled with meaningful learning and memorable experiences.

Kind regards,

Year 6 Team