Independence Centre

Highlight

Selamat siang,

This week in writing, we focused on crafting strong introductions for factual recounts, helping students set the scene and hook their readers from the start. In maths, we tackled multi-digit multiplication strategies, building confidence and fluency with larger numbers.

Our water safety lessons have continued, where students are developing important life skills and learning how to stay safe in and around water. We also began our Guided Inquiry unit with an exciting immersion session exploring Australian history. Students examined significant eras from the 1500s through to the 2000s, sparking curiosity and rich discussions about how our nation has changed over time.

Stay warm and have a wonderful week, 

Kathy, Ros, Julia, Mandy, Suzie and Emily.

Reminders

• Camp notice, permission and payments are now accessible on Compass
• The date for 3/4 Camp Portsea is Wednesday 15th – Friday 17th of October
• Our school library is open! Please ensure that students borrowing a book bring their library bag (any bag that is not a school bag- to store books)

Pupil of the Week

3/4R - Ivana 

For confidently writing a factual recount introduction using the GST structure, clearly setting up the General statement, Specific statement, and Thesis statement.

3/4W - Max D

For sharing your ideas with the class and applying the skills we learned to multiply 4 digit by 1 digit equations.

3/4J - Aveer M

For demonstrating love of learning when taking notes on our Guided Inquiry immersion lessons about Australian history.

3/4A - Chloe L 

For demonstrating a love of learning by taking detailed notes and asking interesting questions when learning about the history of Australia. 

3/4SF - Sophie W

For using the character strengths of bravery and perseverance while swimming over the past two weeks.