Year 8 News
Sarah Lewis
Sarah Lewis
As we come to the end of another busy and rewarding term, we would like to take a moment to celebrate the achievements, learning, and growth of our students. I hope everyone enjoys a well-earned holiday break and returns ready and refreshed for an exciting Term 4.
Maths Games Day
Earlier this term, some math-minded students from Year 8 had the opportunity to travel to Mirboo Secondary College for the Mathematical Association of Victoria's Maths Game Day.
"Our team took part in a few activities, including fitting cash into a box and getting the targeted number. The first game, Fitting the Cash into the Box, required us to place three different shapes—a triangle, an octagon, and a square—into a box. Each shape had a different value, and the goal was to fit as many as possible. The team with the highest total value of shapes won. The second game, Getting the Targeted Number, involved filling in a bracket to reach a specific number exactly. Overall, our team won the games and we received hats and shirts as prizes." – Jun Wei Tan, 8A
Basketball
In Week 7, Year 8s represented Kurnai at the Wellington District Round Basketball.
The girls finished with 1 win and 2 losses, but their teamwork, energy, and communication were highlights of the day. With constant support for each other and encouragement from the bench, they displayed great resilience and team spirit.
Splitting their two games with 1 win and 1 loss, the Year 8 boys showed energy, resilience, and excellent teamwork. Their commitment and effort throughout the day were fantastic.
Learning Behaviour Update
In Year 8, we have been focusing on high expectations and goal setting, which is evident in the 40 students who attended our August LBU hot chip lunch. This lunch is put on for students who have received an exemplary LBU of over 3.5. It is becoming a great tradition to recognise and reward hard work.
Hear from the Students
What is your favourite class and why?
KPAs
This is how each form tracked for Term 3 so far:
8A: 824
8B: 725
8C: 382
8D: 712
The top KPA all stars for Term 3 are currently:
- Lachlan LINDSAY – 62
- Mia CASTRILLON – 62
- Blake RUSSELL – 60
- Ilomusa CHIRAU – 54
- Logan SIMPSON – 52
Year 8 Artwork
Contact Details
If you have any concerns regarding Year 8 students, please don’t hesitate to phone me on (03)5132 3700 or email me at sarah.lewis@education.vic.gov.au
Sarah Lewis
Year 8 Team Leader