Inquiry Centre

Highlight 

Selamat Siang,

This week, our Year 1/2 students engaged in meaningful, curriculum-based tasks as part of our school's reconciliation plan, learning about First Nations culture in personal and thoughtful ways. They explored a range of texts by First Nations authors, deepening their understanding of Indigenous stories and cultural perspectives. Students also reflected on our MPRPS Vision, annotating its visual illustration by identifying symbols from Indigenous artwork that they recognized. As part of the ‘Deadly Displays’ competition, the class created unique artwork inspired by these symbols and the story “How The Birds Got Their Colours”. 

Another highlight was the creation of "songlines," during Mathematic. This is a traditional Aboriginal map that connects important locations in our lives, including home, school, and local places of significance. This activity encouraged students to reflect on their own connections to land and community, reinforcing the importance of belonging and identity. It was a week full of learning, creativity, and meaningful reflection on the diverse cultures that shape our world.

Have a wonderful week!

Emma, Suzie, Miss Shaye, Amanda, Miss Emmett, Kate and Mrs Seadon.

Student Voice - 

• I enjoyed using the watercolour paints to make my bird - Ethan T
• I wrote an information report about penguins - Max D
• I am writing an information report called "All About Cicadas" - Ethan D
• I made a rainbow lorikeet using oil pastels and colourful feathers - Baani M
• I learnt that a hummingbird can fly in all four directions - Grace M
• I loved making my bird for the Deadly Display - Aarya P

Reminders

• The 1/2 Planning Day is Tuesday 3rd November
• Hats and drink bottles! Please make sure you child brings a hat and drink bottle to each that is clearly labelled! 
• Please visit lost property for any missing jackets, vests or other items.

Pupil of the Week

1/2A - Meg W 

For demonstrating a love of learning when drafting and publishing your Information Report this week. You completed research and made sure to include relevant headings and a detailed diagram in your report.

1/2M: Rubani S

For demonstrating a love of learning and curiosity when practising the jobs of silent final 'e' in our codes sessions. You searched hard during independent reading to locate words that used the different jobs. Great work! :) 

1/2S - Josh C

For showing integrity and a love of learning when researching and writing our information reports this week. You worked hard to create an engaging report! 

1/2KS - Liam M

For displaying independence and curiosity when investigating dinosaurs for your information report. You did a terrific job summarising what you read to create sentences about triceratops.

1/2E - Ryan A

For demonstrating curiosity and engagement when learning exploring capacity and volume. You clarified your thinking and challenged yourself by using formal units.