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Specialist Feature News - 1/2 and 5/6 Science 

你好 nǐ hǎo to our wonderful community! 

What a fabulous time we are having in Science this term!

Our Year 1/2 and Year 5/6 scientists are exploring Space, and there has been plenty of curiosity and excitement in our classrooms.

Year 1/2 students have been learning about the Earth’s rotation and revolution, and how these movements cause day and night in different parts of the world. Last week, they explored the phases of the Moon and used playdough models to represent what we see in the night sky. Along the way, students discussed and addressed common misconceptions, such as whether the Moon actually changes shape and where moonlight comes from.

This week, students have begun investigating the planets in our solar system and their positions in relation to the Sun. They are developing a wonderful understanding of how our solar system is organised.

Year 5/6 students have been comparing and contrasting the effects of gravity on Earth and across the solar system. They have researched questions such as: What keeps the planets in orbit? and How do a planet’s distance from the Sun and its mass affect its gravity?

Students have learned about the difference between mass and weight, including how weight changes on different planets while mass remains constant. They have also explored the Earth’s rotation, revolution, relative size and tilt, and investigated why we have leap years. In the coming weeks, we are excited to delve deeper into space exploration, inventions and the history of space discovery.

If your family is keen to get our exploring in Melbourne, please check out this incredible Solar System Walk along the foreshore starting at Marina Reserve in St Kilda. Each millimetre you walk represents 1000 kilometres. As far as walking trails go, this 5.9km stretch from the Sun to the dwarf planet Pluto is an outstanding way to model the relative distances between the planets and to connect your child's learning to the real world.

Check out the link for more info- 

https://www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/media/svodom2p/solar-system-trail-mobile-friendly-version.pdf 

What a fascinating universe we are part of! We are thrilled to be sharing knowledge, discovering new facts and exploring our world together in Science.

Physical Education Reminders

Just a note that Twilight Sports is on Thursday 5th March 2026. We cannot wait to welcome the community to our annual sporting event. We are looking forward to an evening of good food, music and amazing talent on display! There are some changes to the organisation of the event, so please consult the map below. Wear your house colours and your runners :) See you there!

Physical Education - Important Dates

Monday 2nd March - Division Swimming

Thursday 5th March - Twilight Sports

Friday 13rd March - Year 4 Summer Gala Day at Various Locations

Tuesday 17th March - Friday 27th March - Whole School Water Safety Programme

Tuesday 31st March - Year 5/6 Summer Gala Day at Various Locations

Physical Education

2G: Xing S

For being a fantastic helper for his classmates when practicing for twilight sports. Well done!

5/6JS: Marley LW

For demonstrating bravery, sportspersonship and talent when representing our school at District Swimming. Well done!

Visual Arts

1B: Dawn C 

For demonstrating creativity and showing pride in your work when constructing your paper sunflower.

5/6T Isla K 

For demonstrating creativity and care when completing your pattern cactus project. Amazing work!

Performing Arts

2S: Jennessa C 

For always having a positive and enthusiastic attitude to towards your learning in Performing Arts - well done, superstar! 

5/6R: Stella K

For being the first to offer a lending hand when needed and for engaging in your Performing Arts sessions with such enthusiasm. Great work, Stella! 

Mandarin

2S: Vani D

For consistently demonstrating a wonderful learning attitude and exemplary behaviour. You are kind, polite and a great role model

5/6C: Addison D

For taking the initiative to use “Gong Xi Fa Cai” beyond the classroom — a wonderful example of real-world learning. Impressive effort!

Science

FA: Ganga K

For your positivity and enthusiasm while learning about the seasons in Science this week. Excellent work, Ganga!

3/4N: Annika C

For your amazing work learning about ‘The Water Cycle’ and contributing to our class discussion. Keep up the great work!

Warm regards,

Eryn - Physical Education          Sam - Visual Art

Steph and Suzie - Science         Kate - Performing Arts / Visual Art (Foundation)

Huang Laoshi - Mandarin