Specialist Team News

Visual Arts

The Art Room is back into the swing of things after our amazing Art Show. We are working on some final assessments and getting our art portfolios ready to be sent home at the end of the term bursting at the seams with beautiful art pieces.

I’d like to congratulate Flynn from 3B for winning the ‘Australia Post Design a Postcard Competition’. We’d also like to congratulate Matilda (3M), Yoie (5/6I) and Lana (3M) who placed in the top 10 finalists. What an amazing achievement!!!! Such Arty Willy Kids!!! (See photo)

The Grade Preps have been learning about primary colours and how to use them. We have taken a close look at Joan Miro’s later work where he created simple abstract pieces using this simple colour palette. See photos of our finished master pieces. Well done Preps!!!

The Grades 1 & 2’s have been inspired by the amazing work of Megan Coyle and her life like collages. We have been exploring simple collages using newsprint paper and magazines to create fruit and vegetable artworks. These art pieces are multi layered and full of texture.

The Grade 3’s & 4’s have been exploring the amazing abstract artwork of Picasso using ‘The Weeping Woman’ as inspiration. We began by playing the ‘Roll a Picasso’ dice game where we created some interesting portraits. This week we chose one to bring to life using black paper and oil pastels. I’m very impressed with the use of blending and colour palettes chosen. Well Done!!!

The Grade 5’s & 6’s having been looking at the abstract botanical art of an Australian artist called Bernadette Twomey. We have used her artwork as inspiration for our amazing abstract botanical art pieces where we explored the use of bold colours and abstract shapes. We used paint blocks for the background and paint markers for the finer details. These are coming along nicely and should be finished soon. I think these would make great wrapping paper and cards once finished!!

Warm Regards,

Marcia Evans 

Performing Arts

Curriculum Focus in Performing Arts

Prep: Students have worked though the dance routine to Pharrell William’s song “Happy”. They have also been learning to play the songs “Roar” and “Ho Hey” on the ukulele. 

Year 1/2: Students have continued reading and playing popular songs using body percussion to start each lesson as well as working on a dance routine. They have been learning to play “Iko Iko” and “Thunder” using three chords on the ukulele.                                                

Grade 3/4: Students have started each lesson using body percussion to popular songs. They have learnt to play D minor chord on the ukulele. Students have been playing “Sunflower” and “Don’t worry be Happy” using three chords on the ukulele and marimba. 

Grade 5/6: Students have continued learning about the role music plays in advertising. Students have shared the jingle they created for Yum Bread, Bands Aids or Serious coffee and Tea. They have taken part in a play reading of “The Fizzalot Commercial” and have created a 30 second ad for the drink Fizzalot including a jingle.

Music Clubs Performance Tuesday 17th Dec at 3.30pm

On Tuesday 17th December, the Williamstown Primary Choir, Marimba and Rock Band will be performing straight after school for the school community outside the library. 

Please come along and support our music clubs as they showcase what they have learnt over the year.

Warm regards,

Faye Ferry & Lynne Georgiadis

Performing Arts Teachers   

Physical Education

Biweekly Physical Education Curriculum Highlights – Term 4 Week 8

As we continue through Term 4, our students are engaging in activities designed to refine their skills, foster teamwork, and most importantly, have fun!

Prep: This fortnight, our youngest learners are focusing on learning new skills and practicing teamwork through fun, cooperative activities. These games help develop their confidence and ability to work with others.

Year 1 & 2: Students are unleashing their creativity by inventing their own games! Through this process, they’re learning about rules, fairness, and the importance of teamwork, all while having a blast bringing their ideas to life.

Grade 3 & 4: The focus for this age group is on target games, including activities like 10-pin bowling and darts. These games challenge students' precision and concentration while providing plenty of opportunities for friendly competition and skill improvement.

Grade 5/6: Senior students are enjoying striking and fielding games, such as modified cricket and tee ball. These activities develop their hand-eye coordination, teamwork, and tactical thinking while preparing them for more advanced sports concepts.

Sports Update

Last week, the entire school came together for the Willy Games, a highlight of the term that brought out the best in teamwork, sportsmanship, and school spirit. Students competed across a variety of fun and exciting events, showcasing their skills and enthusiasm. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the day such a success! The winning house will be announced at this week’s assembly—stay tuned to find out which team will take home the Willy Games glory!

This week, we’re wishing our Grade 6 lacrosse teams the very best as they head to the State Finals on Friday. These talented students have trained hard and demonstrated incredible teamwork and commitment throughout the season. We know they’ll do Willy Primary proud as they compete against the best in the state. Go, teams!

Warm Regards,

Paddy Gallivan (Physical Education)