Learning and Teaching
Year 5/6 Poetry
In The Flood
As the water rises higher,
So does terror,
So does anxiety.
As the water rises higher,
So does loss,
So does fear.
As the water rises higher,
So does acceptance,
So does generosity.
As the water rises higher,
So does bravery,
So does courage.
As the water rises higher,
So does friendship,
So does hope. by Havana
Maths and Literacy News
Over the last few weeks, students across the school have been taking part in a series of Maths and Literacy assessments. These assessments form an important part of our summative data collection, helping teachers build a clear picture of each child’s progress throughout the year.
The purpose of collecting this data is to:
- Celebrate student learning and acknowledge the growth they have made
- Identify strengths and areas for further support, ensuring every child continues to thrive
- Inform our end-of-year reports, allowing us to provide families with accurate, meaningful information about their child’s learning journey
Guide future planning, so that teaching and learning programs remain responsive and targeted
If you have any questions about our assessment process, please feel free to contact your child’s teacher. We appreciate your ongoing support and look forward to sharing students’ achievements with you in their upcoming reports.
Masterclass in High Impact Teaching Instruction
Anna Hendy, Maths Leader and Nicole Webb, Literacy Leader, with the support of Melinda Buscema, have recently completed a year long Masterclass Course learning how to incorporate high-impact instruction into their teaching practices and to share this expertise with all of St John's Teaching Staff.
Masterclass Professional Development included:
- Implementing and practising the high impact instructional strategies during the course
- Deepening understanding of the current research for best teaching practice
- Studying instructional strategies in action with high quality examples, modelling and implementing hands-on testing and trialing
Both Anna Hendy and Nicole Webb have been sharing their learning with all teachers at St John’s during the year. They will continue to strategically share this knowledge next year and assist teachers with incorporating best practice into their own lessons and classrooms.
CONGRATULATIONS!!
Last term, selected students from Years 3-6 participated in the Australian Mathematics Competition. The AMC, Australia’s longest running and largest maths competition contains unique problems designed by leading educators and academics to challenge and extend students’ problem-solving skills.
Congratulations to the following students for achieving the following results.
They will be receiving a certificate at the assembly on Monday, 24 November.
DISTINCTION
Annabelle A
George
Angus
Chelsea
CREDIT
Nicholas
Aiden
Jan
Sienna
Ethan
Jasper
Allegra
Charlize
Jasmine
Nate
Maths Extension Education Showcase
Come along to see the great learning that has been happening in our Maths Extension Groups over the year!
Tuesday 18th November
2.30pm - 3.20pm
Mary Mackillop Space
The University of Melbourne Mathematics and Statistics Research Competition
Once again, this year our Year 5/6 Maths Extension Group participated in the Mathematics and Statistics Research Competition held by The University of Melbourne. The students thoroughly enjoyed the open ended research topics and are looking forward to sharing some of their projects at the showcase.
Premiers Reading Challenge 2025
Congratulations to the following students who participated in the Premiers Reading Challenge this year. A huge Congratulations to those who completed the challenge and were presented with certificates:
Georgiana K, Sophie W, Lucas C, Naomi A, William K, Hannah D, Trinity Ri, Maggie M , Angus M, Annabelle A
We look forward to everyone participating again next year!
Anna Hendy (Maths Leader) and Nicole Webb (Literacy Leader)
Extension Education & Tournament of Minds Showcase - 18 November
This year, a small group of students from Years 3-6 have been participating in several Extension Education opportunities at St John’s. Each week, withdrawal groups in the areas of Literacy, Maths and Inquiry have been working on projects of their choice that extend their critical and creative thinking skills and provide valuable practice in collaborating and communicating with their peers. This has been vital in building their independence, self confidence and engagement in school activities.
On Tuesday, 18 November, between 2.30pm and 3.20pm, these students will be presenting their amazing work in our Extension Education Showcase.
During this time our Tournament of Minds participants will also share their learning.
Everyone is welcome to come and see what they have produced and learnt. We look forward to seeing you there! Just a reminder to please sign-in at reception if you are planning to attend.
Ange Crowe and Mel Kerwin
Extension Education