Teaching and Learning 

Let’s get reading!

The holidays are the perfect time to inspire your children to dive into a world of books. Whether they’re starting to read or are already devouring stories, these 10 must-read books will keep them engaged all break long. From exciting adventures to inspiring stories, these books are sure to capture their imaginations and build a love for reading. 

Make the most of the school holidays by introducing your child to books they’ll love—and watch their reading habits grow! Here's my favourites.

Top 10

Time to reflect

As always, I have taken the time to reflect on the term by asking some of our wonderful students:

What did you enjoy learning about this term? 

What was a challenge you have overcome? 

What was a highlight for you? 

Here are a few of the responses. Enjoy! 

Ava 4BH 

"I liked learning about the Code of Arms and Indigenous celebrations during Integrated Studies"

"Multiplication: because I know my 12 timetables and I'm getting really fast"

"Making diorama of the Code of Arms. I added wattle, kangaroo, emu and a shield"

Hudson 2B

"I enjoyed learning in Maths. Especially using the scales to measure weight"

"Handwriting: now I can write on the lines and it's neater now"

"I have loved doing my writing, especially my narrative because they're fun"

Jordan 6W

"I really enjoyed learning about the Australian Government and the democracy because it was so interesting" 

"BODMAS: before I didn't know what it was, now I can do it and I understand most of it" 

"Interschool sports because it was fun and you get to join in with my friends"

Kiara FT 

"I have learnt to add a who and a do in a sentence. I like drawing a picture to match my sentence"

"I can read more words now"

"MILOS Birthday because we had biscuits and we got to dress up. I dressed up as Kylie Koala"

Mia 1G

" I have loved learning to write stories because they are fun to write"

"Maths: Subtraction I am getting better at it now. I use unfix to help me"

Doing Maths activities outside. We go to add 10 to another number outside"

Lastly, I want to wish all our hard-working students and teachers a well-deserved break and I will see you all around our wonderful school soon!

Warm Regards,

Assistant Principal

Peta Phillips