Classrooms in the Spotlight
Room 1
This term in Room 1 we have been busy learning across a range of exciting areas. In Talk for Writing, we explored the traditional tale The Three Little Pigs. Students developed their oral language skills by retelling the story, learning key vocabulary, and creating their own versions of the tale through drama, drawing, and early writing activities.
In Chemical Science, we investigated a variety of materials and their properties. Through hands-on experiments and observations, we explored questions such as "What is this material made from?" and "Why is it suitable for its purpose?" We tested materials to see if they were waterproof or strong to discover how different properties make materials useful for different jobs.
Our Design and Technologies learning connected to our investigation of materials. We learned that animals require food, water, shelter, and care to survive. Working as designers and problem-solvers, we planned and created shelters for dogs using a range of materials. Students then tested their shelters by exposing them to wind and evaluated how well their designs protected the dogs, making improvements where needed.
We are very proud of the creativity, curiosity, and teamwork our students have demonstrated throughout their learning this term.
Room 6
In Kindy, we have been exploring the Aboriginal story The Echidna and the Shade Tree. This story sparked discussion and curiosity, particularly around the idea of whether echidnas really got their spikes from spears!
Building on this interest, the children created their own echidna representations using clay and cardboard bases to form the body and structure before adding detail. They then explored our outdoor environment to collect natural materials to represent the echidna’s spikes, including leaves, sticks, bark, and seed pods.
As part of this learning experience, we also discussed caring for Country and the importance of respecting the environment. The children were reminded to only collect materials that had naturally fallen to the ground, ensuring we do not take from living plants and instead care for and respect the natural world around us.
Room 10
Room 14
Room 14 has been enjoying learning Indonesian this term. Students have been practising everyday greetings and responses, including saying Selamat pagi (good morning), Halo (hello), Apa kabar? (how are you?), and Sampai jumpa (goodbye). It has been wonderful to see students confidently using these greetings with their classmates.
In Visual Arts, students have been creating beautiful Bush Medicine inspired artworks. Through studying the work of Aboriginal artist Rosemary Petyarre, students explored the significance of bush medicine plants in Aboriginal cultures and how artists use colour, shape, texture and pattern to represent important stories and knowledge. Students have enjoyed experimenting with painting techniques and creating their own vibrant artworks inspired by native Australian leaves and plants.
Room 19
In Room 19, we have been utilising Tinkercad Autodesk to engage with our STEAM project. The students have been examining physical forces and sound, and have been designing playgrounds that incorporate in specific principles of movement. They have demonstrated an excellent growing understanding of the program, and have even begun to mentor one another in how to use specific features, as well as picking up program-appropriate language such as 'pinch points', 'modelling plane' and 'rotation tool'.
NAIDOC
"50 Years of Deadly is about looking back at the stories, the marches, the languages, the art, and the leadership that have shaped our shared history. It recognises the strength and resilience of generations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who refused to be silenced, while also celebrating the vibrant cultures, identities, and achievements that continue to shape Australia today". To learn more about this year's NAIDOC Week theme visit: https://www.naidoc.org.au/about/naidoc-theme.
This theme came to life during our opening NAIDOC Assembly through the sharing of; thoughtful classroom conversations, creative learning experiences, and outstanding displays that celebrated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and perspectives. These activities provided valuable opportunities for students to reflect, learn, and deepen their understanding of the significance of NAIDOC Week.
A heartfelt thank you to our Binar Program for helping make our NAIDOC celebrations so special. We are incredibly grateful for the time, knowledge, and cultural wisdom shared with our students and staff, creating meaningful experiences that enrich our learning and strengthen our connections as a school community.
