SCHOOL OF INNOVATION

Term 4 has been amazing for learning experiences and opportunities for the School of Innovation! As we look forward to preparing for the remainder of Term 4, the end of the year and the impending new year, it is imperative that we continue to focus on and make the most of the learning time to finish well. There are still 4 weeks of developing, investigating, learning, growing and thriving! 

We are working with our students to make the most of this time and ensure they are continuing to be their best, help others succeed and respecting everyone and everything. 

A reminder that iPads need to be fully charged each day for maximum engagement with learning, tasks and activities. If there is any damage to your child’s iPad, please make sure this is reported to their Pastoral Group Leader who can follow up and ensure this is fixed. 

There has been a strong focus on ‘Kindness’ this week. As part of our GEM activities in conjunction with The Resilience Project, we encourage our students to consider where and how they can be kind to others. We encourage you to continue these conversations at home also!

Thank you!

Rach Chapman & Callum Thompson

Students conducted a chromatography practical, examining various ink colours. They were tasked with using a black Sharpie and a coloured marker of their choice and to place the chromatography paper in both alcohol and water. 

Whilst the practical activity was being carried out, students had many wonders. 

- Rhys wondered why the water wasn't moving the black dot but the black dot 

   in alcohol was. 

- Isabella wondered why the coloured marker was moving faster compared to 

   the paper in water. 

- Chloe wondered why the orange dot produced a pink colour. 

Afterwards, students shared their findings: 

- Charli found out that in black ink the colours are purple, blue and green. 

- Abigail found that the black sharpie did not dissolve in water but did dissolve in alcohol. 

Students have begun exploring measurement and geometry, initiating their thinking 

with an engaging activity. They observed their surroundings and  identified objects that exhibited symmetry. The students encountered many interesting examples. 

Students then participated in various activities. Some immersed themselves in an 

online game, investigating isometric transformations, while others explored the 

concept of translations. Simultaneously, a different group began grasping the 

principles of Pythagoras' theorem examples. 

In Year 8 Maths, we have started to explore probability and began by looking at the different vocabulary used and how theoretical probability is calculated. To take a break, students were asked to share some of their best maths jokes. Here are a few: 

In year 9 Languages this term, we have been looking at food. 

Today we made zeppole, also known as zippoli, a fried dough that is cooked at Christmas and other special occasions throughout the year.

Class Resources

Our iPads! Please ensure that any damage is reported to Pastoral Group Leaders and IT staff to ensure that it can be rectified as soon as possible. iPads must be fully charged each day and it is encouraged that we adopt good habits to assist us with this. 

We understand as we are in Term 4 that sometimes our resources such as folders, books and pens can be a little worse for wear. It is important that we continue to care for our resources and ensure we take all required items to class to best assist us with engaging in our learning. If an item has been damaged or lost, it will need to be replaced so we can continue to undertake our best learning in Term 4 as we complete the year. 

Term 4 Uniform Update

It is that time of year again where the sun is shining and our students are required to wear their school hats as part of the term 4 uniform. As we are a Sun Smart School it is vitally important that the students within the School of Innovation are able to role model this behavior to our younger students within the School of Wonder. This is essential to ensure that all of the students at the College are protected from the damage the sun can cause during the Spring and Summer months. If your student requires a hat, they will be able to purchase one from the school uniform shop. 

Important Pastoral Group Information

At St. Anne’s College, all students within the School of Innovation are allocated to a Pastoral Group. These groups are overseen by a Pastoral Group Leader and currently comprise students from their respective houses: Montessori, Charles, Cooper, and Majella houses.

Each morning, students commence their day within their Pastoral Groups. This time involves participation in morning prayer, a welcome to country, and updates about the day's news and events at the College. This period holds significance in allowing our students to establish strong connections with their peers and their Pastoral Leader. Consequently, our students are able to cultivate a strong sense of community at St. Anne’s College.

Our Pastoral Leaders also seize this opportunity to implement the three core principles of Gratitude, Empathy, and Mindfulness (GEM), which stem from our school-wide program conducted by the Resilience Project. These principles encourage our students to contemplate and recognize the positive facets of their day-to-day experiences both at the College and at home. This practice ensures that our students embark on each day well-prepared for successful learning and meaningful connections with others.

Given that this session only spans 10 minutes each morning, it is imperative that students are punctual and actively participate within their designated Pastoral Groups. If students miss this period or arrive late, they will forfeit this crucial initiation to the school day.

We extend our gratitude to all parents and caregivers for your sustained support in ensuring that this routine is upheld for the continued success of our students.

Important Uniform Information

A reminder that all School of Innovation students are required to wear their academic uniform items each day, except for sports days or other nominated days when their sports uniform items can be worn. Please ensure your student is in their full academic uniform. If this is not possible on a particular day, please send a note, including the date your student will be able to be in full school uniform.

A dress code, in particular a uniform, provides a visual connection to identify students as members of St Anne’s College community. The way a uniform is worn makes a statement about our college and it represents the fact that the student is a part of the community.  The benefits of a school uniform include:

• Allows all students to feel equal

• Helps prevent bullying and competition on the basis of clothing

• Ensures students appearance reflects the expectations of St Anne’s College

• Enhances the profile and identity of the College and its students in the wider community

• Strengthens the spirit of community within St Anne’s College

• Enhances individual student safety and group security

• Ensured all students are dressed safely and appropriately for school activities

• Encourages students to develop pride in their appearance

• Prepares students for the expectations in workplaces

• Encourages students to present themselves appropriately for a particular role

Thank you for your support.