Independence Centre
Curriculum
What a great week we have had! This week we have had not one but two exciting events in the Independence Centre, our Public Speaking Competition and a visit from Paralympian Shae Graham. We cheered on our fellow 3/4s in their public speaking competition with representatives from each class sharing their speeches on what they would do if they ruled the world. Shae Graham came into MPRPS with a smile on her face sharing her exciting world of being the first female athlete to represent Australia in wheelchair rugby.
In Writing this week, we have started to research a range of Australian Flora to start developing our own websites to inform what plants may be well suited to our gardens at school and why we should get them.
In Reading, we have started to look at the difference between opinions and facts when comparing texts. We were also able to explore the world of digital websites, learning about why we use features like hyperlinks, titles and images to make a website engaging.
Maths sessions were focused on starting our shapes unit. Students had the opportunity to display their skills in completing tangram problems and working out the area and perimeter of these irregular shapes. It was amazing to see the students developing their understanding of how we can work out the area of regular shapes AND a range of weird and wacky combinations.
In Science this week, we explored different sources of heat and how the heat of water can alter how something dissolves. We conducted an experiment with hot, warm and cold water, comparing what happens when 2-3 drops of food colouring is added. We noticed that each different cup of water reacted differently to the food colouring but we don't want to give too much away just in case you would like to have a go at home!
Have a wonderful week,
Miss Chooi, Miss Richardson, Miss Wang, Mrs McCoy, Miss Tillotson and Miss Honan
Student Voice:
- Archer F - "I enjoyed doing my PAT Maths and Reading because I like working it out on my iPad"
- Ryan R - "I enjoyed doing the tangrams during maths because I loved creating things out of regular shapes"
- Ava J - "I enjoyed doing the Wellbeing RESPECT skits because I like acting in class"
- Marko I - "I enjoyed Writing because we were able to research about different native trees"
Reminders
- We are reaching out to ask if anyone has empty pizza boxes that the 3/4 students can use for an upcoming science experiment. Thank you in advance!
- Please ensure permissions for the upcoming Senior Swimming Carnival are submitted on Sentral.
- We would greatly appreciate any tissue box donations.
Pupil of the Week
3/4C: Ally W -
For demonstrating curiosity during our Science lesson on heat sources. You questioned different heat sources and deepened your understanding about how to categorise them correctly. Well done, Ally!
3/4H: Stewart L -
For demonstrating teamwork when working collaboratively to investigate heat sources. It was great to see you listen to other people's ideas to successfully complete the task. Keep it up, Stewart!
3/4M: Lewis T -
For sharing your knowledge and curiosity with your peers and teachers during science sessions. It is fantastic to hear you explain your thoughts clearly and confidently. Well done, Lewis!
3/4R: Sam S -
For conducting research into the native plants recommended for our school community. Well on finding interesting facts. Great work, Sam.
3/4T: Alvin K -
For demonstrating curiosity and teamwork when investigating tangrams in Maths. It was fantastic seeing you work with others to work out the area and perimeter of some really tricky shapes. Keep up this brilliant work, Alvin.
3/4W: Charlie W
For demonstrating bravery and zest when presenting your speech on 'If I ruled the world.' It was incredible to see you standing in front of the Senior cohort sharing your brilliant reasons why solar panels in the desert would make a difference.