Leadership Centre
Selamat siang, Parents!
Wow what a jam packed week! This week in the Leadership Centre, students have been deepening their understanding of Financial Mathematics through real-world problem-solving. They’ve explored how to find the best buys when comparing phones, phone plans, and groceries, using percentage discounts and unit pricing to make smart financial decisions based on the needs of the individual consumer. This learning has encouraged students to think critically about value for money and how mathematical reasoning supports everyday choices.
In English, students have been studying the poem Municipal Gum by Oodgeroo Noonuccal (Kath Walker). Through close reading and discussion, they’ve explored the poem’s themes of connection to Country, identity, and the impact of urbanisation. Students have reflected on the poet’s use of imagery and symbolism to convey powerful messages, sharing thoughtful insights and interpretations in class.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support. We’re looking forward to another exciting week ahead!
Enjoy the week ahead,
The Leadership Centre Team
Student Voice
Jayden - ‘I like looking at all the different options and trying to find the best value product for each person.’
Olivia - ‘I have enjoyed learning about the impact and power of the language choices in the poetry.’
Sam - ‘I enjoyed Guided Inquiry and learning about costs, iPhones are crazy expensive for the value they provide.’
Reminders
- HATS ARE BACK! The 1st day of Spring and the 1st day of September means hats are back for the rest of the year! Please ensure your child has a hat and leaves it in their tub at school! Thanks for your co-operation with this!
- Our library is open! Please ensure your child has their library book and bag on their day.
- Year 6 Families - Please keep an eye on Compass in the coming weeks for information and permissions regarding graduation.
Attention Year 6 Families - Baby Photos for Graduation
We are looking forward to celebrating Year 6 Graduation at the end of the year, with preparations already underway!
One of our beloved traditions is sharing three baby photos from between the ages of 0-5 as part of the presentation. We are asking if you could please email gradesixgraduation@gmail.com with these three photos by November 30th. We usually recommend one baby photo, one as a toddler and one around kinder age but any family favourites will be great! Also, if your child attended another school prior to MPRPS and you have their school photo, it would also be much appreciated if you could send those though.
We will send reminder emails over the coming weeks but we like to get an early start as it takes a while to collate everything! Thank you so much for your support.
Pupil of the Week
5/6C - Johanna C
Demonstrating a love of learning when investigating percentage discounts! It’s impressive to see how much your confidence has grown in applying your mathematical thinking.
5/6E - Chris D
For demonstrating a love of learning and perseverance during independent learning sessions. Your hard work and focus have been excellent!
5/6G - Ally W
For demonstrating enthusiasm and collaborative skills in your maths budgeting task this week. Great work, Ally!
5/6N - Brandon H
Well done, using your love of learning to investigate and find best buys for each of the teachers and their specific needs!
5/6S - Maya L
Well done, using your love of learning to investigate and find best buys for each of the teachers and their specific needs!