Terrific 2 

Term 2 Week 10 2025 -  Friday 27th of June

What have we been up to? 

Dear Parents, Carers, and Students,

It’s been a busy and exciting few weeks in Year 2! Can you believe that it’s the end of Week 10?! It is almost time for a well deserved mid-year break so we can be fresh for the second half of the year. 

In Literacy

We have now finished our book study of the fantastic picture story book, Mirror by Jeannie Baker. As a whole, we were so impressed with the way all students participated while we worked on this book. Students were able to compare their own environments and daily lives with what life might look like if they lived in Morocco. Everyone has now completed their creative writing piece using elements from the Narrative writing style. The results are fantastic and we are looking forward to parents reading them.

The last couple of weeks have been extra busy with finalising testing across the Literacy curriculum which has now concluded. This was a busy time for everyone and the students did a great job during this period. 

We’ve been continuing to focus on building reading fluency. Each day, students practise reading a paragraph aloud, working on the same passage throughout the week. It’s wonderful to see their confidence grow as they become more fluent and comfortable reading in front of their peers.

In Maths

We have now commenced learning about Money. Each Maths lesson we have been building our knowledge and understanding of this concept by naming and ordering Australian coins and notes and counting collections. We encourage you to practice counting and calculating change at home, whether during shopping trips or through simple money games.

Inquiry 

Our inquiry learning has been hands-on and creative this week! Students have started using natural materials to build their own connections to Country and personal experiences. They’ve been drawing, collecting materials outside, and painting as part of their inquiry projects. It’s been wonderful to see their creativity and thoughtful reflection grow.

Auslan

Students took part in an Auslan incursion last week. This experience was designed to continue to develop students' knowledge and understanding of Auslan. We were impressed by how well behaved our students were during this time and appreciate the hard work of Miss Buchan who organised it for us. 

Leader in Me and Respectful Relationships: 

Leadership Day was a tremendous success. Thank you to all of the parents that came through on the day and had a look at the sort of things we are doing at Le Page. I know that our students were excited and proud of their efforts. Well done to all of our student leaders that took on various roles across the school. You all did a brilliant job! 

Home Readers

Please remember that READERS ARE CHANGED EVERY MONDAY. Students will take 2 books each Monday, where they can alternate throughout the week. Please remember, students need to read these everyday as they are all in grade 2 now. 

Readers will only be changed on a Monday. This may be repetitive for your child however that is the purpose. We are focusing on fluency and confidence. 

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to discuss your child’s progress.

Thank you for your support, Kayla Mugford,  Hannah Jackson & Sam Downs

Here are some photo highlights:

What’s Coming Up in Year 2

It is nearly the end of the term! 

In Literacy, students will continue developing their decoding and writing skills by focusing on the sounds oo, ew, and ui. We’ll also begin exploring the concept of perspective in stories. Looking closely at a character’s actions, thoughts, and feelings through their point of view. Perspective comes from the Latin root meaning “to look through” or “perceive,” which ties in beautifully with our new class text, Mirror by Jeannie Baker. This visually stunning and thought-provoking book will help us explore different perspectives and cultural experiences in a meaningful way.

In Maths, students will be completing their maths post tests and PAT testing. 

Important reminders:

• Specialist Days 
• Monday - AUSLAN, Art/Cultural Studies, PE & Music
• Wednesday - 2B Art/Cultural Studies, 2A Library
• Thursday - 2A Art/Cultural Studies, 2B Library 

Thursday - Performing Arts.