Connections Centre

Specialist Feature News

Selamat Siang, 

This week in Performing Arts the Foundation students have explored movement, song and beat. They had fun with this song about "There was a Crocodile" and also thinking about bedtime routines and the role of a lullaby as they listened to the "Llama Lullaby" song too and coloured in their own llama to remind them of the song.

Grade 1/2's have been "Waltzing Matilda" with their unique style. We have been learning about the iconic lyrics and attributes of the poem written by Banjo Patterson and even discovered that one of our students is a relative of the great poet himself!

Grade 3/4' s were recording their instrumental percussion rhythm performances this week as a culmination to the few weeks prior we have been exploring elements of music through rhythm, beat, pitch and percussion. In particular, the students had been introduced to the instrument families of the Orchestra, and the role that the conductor, and each section plays.

The Senior Primary classes delved into the world of film music and soundtrack composition this week. Their task was to create a short sample of electronically produced sounds which enabled them to convey meaning and perspective alongside a piece of short film from three different sources. Using Chrome Music Lab and Garage Band apps predominantly, the students were encouraged to experiment creatively with the musical elements of timbre, harmony, dynamics and pitch to compose their own soundtrack.

It was inspiring to see many of the students take to this task with curiosity, appreciation of beauty, and zest!

Finally, I would like to give a big shout out to all those students who have already plucked up courage and motivation to audition for the upcoming MPRPS' Got Talent Show in Term 3.  This year, I would be so thrilled to have even more students participate and join in the fun and experience of performing at "The Round" theatre in Nunawading.

There are still spaces for MORE auditions in Week 5 and hopefully we can announce the contestants in the Talent Show by the end of Week 6. 

Please come and see me or talk to the Performing Arts Captains after Assembly next Monday 13th May, and we can sort something out to include your talent in the show.

Terima Kasih, 

The Specialist Team

Yana Gill, Marissa Mundy, Hamish Burrill, Steph Muratovic, Beth Cardy and Natalie Palmer. 

Pupil of the Week

Visual Arts

Junior - Jack U (1/2E)

For demonstrating creativity and perseverance when designing your crazy hair artwork!

Senior - Jason J (5/6N)

For demonstrating creativity and perseverance when adding extra detail to your Indonesian Pop Artwork

Performing Arts

Junior -  Giselle 1/2 S

For demonstrating courage and perseverance in Performing Arts, and in her audition for MPRPS' Got Talent this week in her singing, and love of music.

Senior -  Ava 5/6C 

For her diligent, creative and caring attitude to her learning in our Film Music investigation, and towards her peers in Performing Arts. 

Science

Junior - Julia R (1/2E)

For your thoughtful prediction during our class science investigation, that seeds will 'sprout' in both soil and sand. 

Senior - Sophie C (5/6S)

For your tremendous efforts and outstanding performance in our Science PAT assessment. 

Indonesian

Junior - Jade O (FC)

For demonstrating your knowledge of vocabulary and creativity with animals in Indonesian. Hebat!

Senior - Kai-Ern Y (3/4K)

For consistently showing a love of learning and challenging yourself every Indonesian lesson. Your description of your character is bagus sekali!

PE

Junior -  Ronav T (1/2M)

For showing zest and love of learning when completing the soccer rotations this week.

Senior - Liam W (3/4RM)

For showing responsibililty and leadership when fetching all the lost PE equipment around the school, even from the roof.