Year Six - Spotlight on Learning

Dear Families,

Students have successfully transitioned back to school due to the consistent routines that have been implemented this year. Our focus on maintaining strong procedures, such as lining up in roll order, all students wearing a hat outside and following school wide expectations, have been the key to a smooth and effortless entry into Term 4. 

Some Year 6 students have already plunged head first into a Kids Helpline - Transition to High School session. The presenter discussed how organization and maintaining routines will help Year 6 students become efficient Year 7 students in 2025.

Students attending St Peters High School next year also attended a talk given by the Year 7 coordinators and students who previously attended St Thomas the Apostle Primary School.

Term 4 Week 2

Mathematics: 

This week we have continued exploring fractions, decimals and percentages using hands-on material and real world examples. 

How you can help at home: You can help by asking your child to explain how they convert between fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday situations. Taking them shopping and asking how to calculate the discount when an item is 50%, 25% or 10% off  is a great way for students to demonstrate their mathematical knowledge. 

English: 

This week, students continue reading the novel, "Can You See Me" by Libby Scott and Rebecca Westcott. The story is told through the eyes of a Year 7 students who has Autism. It is very relevant to our Year 6 cohort as it shows another perspective to the transition into high school and potentially other issues students might face.

In writing, our focus has been persuasive text, looking at the pros and cons of increasing recess and lunch times, as well as the impact of having therapy animals at schools. Students have started learning how to structure persuasive texts effectively, building strong points to convince their readers. They have examined material using note taking techniques collecting information which will help support their arguments. 

How you can help at home:  

Engage your child in discussions about relevant topics like whether students need to access social media. Students can learn how to deliver persuasive arguments through meaningful discussions.

Religious Education: 

In Religion, students have explored the how to bring peace to the world. Students have examined ways to demonstrate kindness to others by committing random acts of kindness around the school. This could be as simple as picking up rubbish or checking in with a peer when they are feeling down.

AUSLAN:

This week In AUSLAN, students have been learning the signs for different animals. They then practiced using these signs in conversations.

SEL 

In our SEL lessons, students have been focusing on problem-solving and understanding when to seek help as well as what respect means to different people. Students also had an incursion with Elephant Education which was very informative and gave them a better understanding about social and emotional issues. They all showed maturity beyond their years and upheld the school values during these sessions.

Integrated Studies: 

This week in Integrated Studies, we focused on the concept of beat. Students practiced keeping a steady beat and explored how it forms the foundation of many musical compositions. Students have also begun practicing songs for carols and graduation.

Reminders

• Term 4 - Hats/baseball caps must be worn
• Wednesday 30th October - St Johns First Aid course Incursion
• Thursday  31st October - 6A 6CKids Helpline High school Transition Session
• Monday 4th November: Student Free Day
• Tuesday 5th November: Cup Day
• Friday 8th November: Interschool Sport at St Peters
• Thursday 14th November- St Peter's High School Activity Day
• Monday 18th November: 3-6 Athletics Day
• Thursday 21st November- St Peter's Orientation Day
• Tuesday 3rd December - Carols Afternoon Session Details to Follow
• Tuesday 3rd December - Carols Evening Session - Food Trucks and Family Picnic 5.30 - 8pm Singing at 6pm
• Wednesday 4th December: Year 5 and 6 Leadership Mass
• Tuesday 10th December - State School Orientation Day
• Thursday 12th December: Year 6 Last Day
• Thursday 12th December : Year 6 Graduation