Classroom News 

Foundation  

Last Friday we were lucky enough to have three firefighters visit us from the Preston Fire Station. We learned all about different types of fires and what to do if we came across a fire - "crawl down low and GO GO GO". We even had a practice of this! The firefighters showed us their special firefighter uniform that protects them when they are out extinguishing fires. 

We are so excited for the second visit where we will be up close to the big red fire truck!

Year 1 

Teddy's Birthday Celebration! 

While the Year 2/3/4s were off exploring the city, the Year 1s were back at school celebrating a very special birthday! It was Teddy's Birthday! Teddy has been a special part of Ava's life since she was a little girl. After the experience, the Year 1s recounted the special event in their writing. Here is what Tazlyn had to say:  

On Thursday the Grade 1s were celebrating at school. First, we sung Happy Birthday to Teddy. Next, we had party bags.  In the party bags there was chocolate and lolly pops. Finally, we danced to music. It was a nice day!  By Tazlyn 

Year 2/3/4s City Excursion! 

Last week the Year 2/3/4 students went on an excursion to learn more about Melbourne as part of the Inquiry Topic 'Community and Me.' We visited the Flagstaff Gardens, Queen Victoria Market, The Victorian State Library and China Town.  

Firstly, we would like to thank our wonderful parent helpers who volunteered their time to help make the day a success. Your enthusiasm, patience and vigilance did not go unnoticed. We could not have done it without you! 

Continue reading to hear what the students wrote about their experiences.

Year 2 and 3

Our Awesome Trip to the City    By Kaiden and Mia

The Grade 2/3/4s had an awesome trip to the city.  First we got out of school. Then we went on the train. It was so cool when we looked out the window. The train went so fast. When we go off the train, we saw lots of fruit shops. We got to buy apples and bananas. Kaiden's favourite part was the train! Mia's favourite part was the entire day! 

A Day Off To The City    By Luke and Aylah 

On the trip to the city we went exploring with the Grade 2/3 and 4s. We walked around with a Grade 3 or 4 and some parents and teachers. First we walked to Bell Station to catch the train and then we walked to the playground where we sat down to eat recess and we played for a while. At the State Library we sat down to eat our lunch and had some jam doughnuts! Finally, we walked around Chinatown. We saw lanterns hanging from wires. Then we walked back to the train station and walked passed a garden pond and little waterfall. We caught the train and came back to Sacred Heart. When we came home on the train we passed the MCG. We loved it all so much that we didn’t have one favourite part, but we definitely would go back to the Library. The trip made everyone feel so happy and excited. It felt like a rainbow in our hearts. 

I loved the city because I haven't gone to the city in a long time. It was fun talking to my friends.  Katalina 

I was really excited about the excursion my favourite part was when we were at the library and when I was playing in the Flagstaff Gardens. Arvin 

I felt excited because there was a lot of stuff to look at. I saw lots of books and food like fruits and vegetables. We got to Bell St Station and we went all the way to Flagstaff Station. Ben 

I felt so elated on our excursion. I was excited because my mum came too. I saw tall buildings and we went to Chinatown which was really cool. Eva 

I enjoyed playing in the playground. I liked the big library. Austin 

The Queen Victoria Market had many things. My mum helped us out and bought us all hot jam donuts. Chloe D 

When we went to Chinatown, there were lots of bright red lamps. I was really excited because I had never seen Chinatown before. Kushi 

The Queen Victoria Market is over 200 years old and it has more than 600 little stores. All the things I saw were different and interesting. Emma 

Year 3/4               

State Library Play   By Denise 

Suddenly I could hear loud laughter and cheering as we were waiting to visit the Children’s Section of the State Library. When I turned to see what was happening there was a group of students rolling over and over, down the hill in front of the Library. The grass was wet and muddy in parts, but the huge grins and laughter told me how much the students were enjoying themselves. I watched as they repeatedly rolled down the hill, picked themselves up and raced back to the top and went again. It was a lovely moment in a great excursion. 

The Amazing Victorian State Library   By Nirav

As I went into the Victorian State Library, it was dead silent. I was flabbergasted by the books around me; they were full of knowledge. The dome was colossal, the architecture was really unique and the marble floor was soft and smooth. It was an extraordinary sight!!!

The Amazing Walk at Chinatown    By Isabella

I had an amazing day in the city and one of those moments was walking through the streets of Chinatown! I saw lots of amazing restaurants and the food smelt divine! There were lots of pretty lanterns, representing the culture. There were also lots of friendly people. The statues and buildings were beautiful. It was a wonderful experience!

TRAIN RIDE   By Roman

When we were on the train I could hear people reading, chatting and people talking on the phone. When I took a look at what was happening there were people reading, playing cards and a Rubiks cube. The train ride felt so long. I was so bored because I had nobody to talk to.

The Stinky Smell from the Meat and Fish Stalls     By Allie

When I first walked into the Meat and Fish section at the Queen Victoria Market, straight away I felt a strong overwhelming smell from the meat. I saw everyone, with a disgusted look on their face, block their nose. I knew it was because of the fish and meat!!!

The Playground at Flagstaff    By Aleisha

Suddenly I heard the sound of people talking and laughing very loudly when we were having recess. We were at the Flagstaff playground, there were so many things like a swing but with four swings instead of one, a spider web and a sandpit. We all had fun playing at the park on the excursion to the city!!!

State Library Playground   By Callix

I was so excited, I couldn't wait for the playground in the library. When we went inside everyone suddenly ran where they wanted to go. I saw people laughing everywhere but some were knocking the big blocks down. I felt happy building blocks, I was able to make things float because of how sturdy they were. I loved the excursion. 

State Library Victoria    By Sai

When we visited the Victorian State Library, it was huge and quiet. In the library there was lots and lots of books, so that was why we couldn't count them all. There were lots of people working and studying.

Year 5/6  

A big thank you and shout outs to the following;

# the wonderful staff at Sacred Heart school,

# the amazing and thoughtful parents in our school community,

# two colleagues, Rose-Lee and Deb, for taking the reins so wonderfully well, and

# 25 young people who have poured out their positive energy towards both Terri and myself. 

Thank you everyone,

Marty