Excursions and
In-School-Activities Wrap up
Year 6 Camp to Lake Dewar
From the 18th to the 20th of August, the Year 6’s went to School Camp. It was located in Bachus Marsh near the Werribee Gorge. They were involved in several activities including Canoeing, Mountain Biking, Flying Fox, a Gorge Walk, Adventure Tunneling, Geoteering and The Amazing Race. Now let’s inform you on what the experience was like for our students and staff at Lake Dewar YMCA Recreation camp.
From arrival, the feel of the Camp was surreal for the students. They all loved the idea of being in nature and camping in cabins with all of their close friends. There were lots of things to do including a basketball court, a park, a pool table, a table tennis table and a foosball table too.
On the first day of camp they had an action packed day with two activities. They got to experience the beauty of the nature surrounding the camp grounds for the first time. All the kids were also assigned activity groups. These groups were used during activities and duties for set up along with pack up for meal time.
The second day was even greater. We had four insane activities, but they were different for every group. Some got wet from canoeing, others were exhasted from the gorge Walk and others legs had turned to jelly because of running around for geo-teering.
On the last day, the students participated in the Lake Dewar Amazing Race. This includes 16 different activities that you must complete to get a point. The activities included Archery, a Balance Board,Tarzan swing, a Maze and many more.
🌟 Auslan Team Newsletter – Term Update 🌟
We’ve had an exciting term in Auslan! Across all year levels, students have been building their communication skills, learning more about Deaf culture, and exploring how Auslan connects with the world around them. Here’s a snapshot of what each year level has been up to:
Prep – Talking About the Weather!
Our Preps have been busy learning Auslan signs related to weather and clothing. From ☀️ sunny days to 🌧️ rainy afternoons, they are learning how to sign what to wear and when. It’s been lots of fun connecting their everyday experiences with Auslan vocabulary.
Years 1 & 2 – Colours, Patterns & Footy Fever
Footy season is here, and our Grade 1 & 2 students have been learning signs for football and other sports uniforms. The focus has been on describing patterns and colours (think stripes, spots, and team colours) and practicing how to exchange information about their favourite teams. Lots of team spirit, Auslan-style!
Years 3 & 4 – From Cities to Natural Disasters
After learning signs for states, cities, and capitals, our Grade 4 students are now moving into the topic of natural disasters. They’ll be building vocabulary and practicing how to describe events in Auslan using expressive facial grammar. We’ll also be learning about how broadcast interpreters work and the vital role they play in making emergency information accessible for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
Years 5 & 6 – Learning Strategies & Meeting a Special Guest
Our senior students have been exploring individualised strategies and accessible materials to support learning. The focus has been on tactile learning, consistent routines, and clear communication methods—important skills that build independence and confidence. Excitingly, Grades 5 & 6 will soon welcome a special visitor who is Deafblind. He will be sharing his personal experiences and strategies for communication, an inspiring opportunity for students to learn firsthand about resilience, accessibility, and connection.
Wrapping Up
It’s been a rich term of Auslan learning filled with energy, fun, and meaningful experiences. Thank you for supporting your children as they continue to grow their Auslan skills, live our school values, and build a stronger sense of inclusion and community.
The Auslan Team ✨